7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus
(including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched, particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12. Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with
the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to
avoid injury from tip-over.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been
damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
15. The apparatus shall be connected to a Mains power outlet with a protective grounding/earthing
connection.
16. Where the Mains plug or an appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect
device shall remain readily operable.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to
the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in this
manual.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol within an equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous” voltage within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to
humans.
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WARNING!
TO REDUCE THE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVERS.
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY.
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this product to rain or other types of moisture.
To avoid the hazard of electrical shock, do not handle the power cord with wet hands.
Replace fuse with same type and rating.
Operating Temperature: 0˚C to 50˚C (32˚F to 122˚F)
Risque de choc électrique – ne pas ouvrir. Pour réduire le risque de feu ou de choc électrique, ne pas exposer cet équipement
à la pluie ou la moisissure. Pour réduire le risque de choc électrique, ne pas retirer le couvercle. Pièces non remplaçables par
l’utilisateur. Confier la réparation à une personne qualifiée. Attention – utiliser seulement un fusible de rechange de même type.
Cet appareil est conforme à la section 15 de la norme FCC. Son fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes : (1) cet
équipement ne doit pas causer des interférences nocives, et (2) cet équipement doit accepter toute interférence captée incluant les
interférences pouvant causer des opérations indésirables.
Cet appareil numérique de Classe B est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
IMPORTANT:
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant
to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency
energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference
to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which
can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the
interference by one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the
receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by Aviom, Inc. could void the user’s FCC
authority to operate the equipment.
CAUTION:
• Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause
permanent damage to your hearing.
• Set your system volume as low as possible.
• Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels.
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Certifications
EMC: EN55103-1:20 09
EN 55103-2: 2009
EN 55022:2006 / CISPR 22:1997
CAN/CSA-CEI/IEC CISPR 22:02
FCC 47 CFR, Part 15
Safety: ANSI/UL 60065 Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements; Issued:
2003/06/30 Ed: 7 Rev: 2013/07/24
CSA C22.2 No. 60065 Audio, Video and Similar Electronic Apparatus – Safety Requirements; Issued:
2003/04/01 Ed: 1; Amendment 1: April 2006 – (R2007) (R 2012)-Amendment 2 2012/08/01
ETL/cETL Listed and RoHS Compliant
Pb
Pb-Free
Note: For front panel connections to Personal Mixers shielded Cat-5e (or better) cable must be used
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to stay below the CISPR 22 Class B, ICES-003, and FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B emissions limits.
Unshielded Cat-5e cable may be used on all rear panel connections.
Notice of Rights
All rights reserved. No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any
means—electronic, mechanical, photocopy, recording, or otherwise—without written permission of
Aviom, Inc.
Trademarks
Aviom, A-Net, the A-Net icon, Pro16, Pro16e, Pro64, Virtual Data Cables, m-control, One-Touch Ambience,
Dual Profile Channel, Network Mix Back, and AllFrame are trademarks of Aviom, Inc.
Audinate®, the Audinate logo and Dante are trademarks of Audinate Pty Ltd.
Audinate products are protected by one or more of US Patents 7747725, 8005939, 7978696, 8171152, and
other patents pending or issued. See www.audinate.com/patents.
Apple, the Apple logo, and iPhone are registered trademarks of Apple Inc.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Aviom, Inc. warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year
from the date of the original retail purchase.
This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged due to misuse, abuse, accident, or
problems with electrical power. The warranty also does not apply if the product has been opened or
modified in any way; if the product serial number has been damaged, modified, or removed; or if the
original Quality Assurance label has been damaged, modified, or removed.
If a defect is discovered, first write or call Aviom, Inc. to obtain a Return Authorization number. No service
will be performed on any product returned without prior authorization. Aviom, Inc. will, at its option, repair
or replace the product at no charge to you. The product must be returned during the warranty period,
with transportation charges prepaid to Aviom, Inc., 1157 Phoenixville Pike, Suite 201, West Chester, PA
19380. You must use the product’s original packing materials for shipment. Shipments should be insured
for the value of the product. Include your name, address, phone number, description of the problem, and
copy of the original bill of sale with the shipment. The Return Authorization number should be written on
the outside of the box.
THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS. YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS, WHICH
VARY FROM STATE TO STATE (OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION). AVIOM’S RESPONSIBILITY FOR
MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH
IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT. ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT,
INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR
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AVIOM, INC. DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY
DOCUMENT. AVIOM, INC.’S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT, AT OUR OPTION, OF
ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT, AND SHALL IN NO EVENT INCLUDE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
OF ANY KIND.
SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR
INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU.
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Warranty Information
Please record the following information for future reference:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer:
Name:
Address:
Phone:
Serial Numbers of Your Aviom Products:
Date of Purchase:
Your Authorized Aviom Dealer is your primary source for service and support. The information recorded
above will be helpful in communicating with your Authorized Aviom Dealer should you need to contact
Aviom Customer Service. If you have any questions concerning the use of this unit, please contact your
Authorized Aviom Dealer first. For additional technical support, or to find the name of the nearest
Authorized Aviom Repair Station, check the Aviom web site at www.aviom.com.
To fulfill warranty requirements, your Aviom product should be serviced only at an authorized Aviom
service center. The Aviom serial number label must appear on the outside of the unit, or the Aviom
warranty is void.
This manual and its contents are copyrighted by Aviom, Inc. All rights are reserved by Aviom, Inc. This
document may not, in whole or in part, be copied, photocopied, reproduced, translated, or reduced to any
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The software and/or firmware contained within Aviom products is copyrighted and all rights are reserved
by Aviom, Inc.
Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the text and illustrations in this manual, no
guarantee is made or implied as to the accuracy of the information contained within.
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D800 and D800-Dante
Thank you for purchasing the Aviom D800 or D800-Dante A-Net Distributor. This User
Guide is designed to familiarize you with your new product’s features and to have your
personal mixing system up and running as quickly as possible.
Two versions of the D800 are available: the standard D800 includes a Pro16e™ A-Net® input,
compatible with all Pro16® Series and Pro16e-capable devices; the D800-Dante adds
connectivity for a Dante™ digital audio network.
The front panels of the D800 and D800-Dante are identical.
The rear panel of the D800
The rear panel of the D800-Dante
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Conventions Used in this Document
Using Personal Mixers
When referring to the use of the Personal Mixers in a personal mixing system in general, the term
Personal Mixer is used to describe a case where an A360 Personal Mixer, A-16II Personal Mixer, or an A-16R
Rack-mount Personal Mixer (with or without the optional A-16CS Control Surface) can be used.
Cat-5 Cables
In most cases Cat-5e, Cat- 6, and Cat- 6e cables can be interchanged. When speaking about interconnections
between components in a system, the term Cat-5 is used generically to indicate the use of any of the
applicable cable types.
A-Net Distributors
The D800, A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors are referred to generically as A-Net Distributors. All are
used to copy an A-Net digital signal and split it into multiple copies so that devices may be connected in
parallel. In a case where either the D800 or D800-Dante version of the product may be used, the text will
reference the D800.
Button Presses
When instructed to press a specific button, or when referring to a specific port, jack, etc., on a product, a
special font style is used. For example, “Connect a Cat-5 cable to the A-Net IN port.”
Slots
Audio channels from analog input devices or digital console cards connected to the network are referred
to as slots. There are a total of 64 slots in an A-Net network.
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Package Contents
The D800 (or D800-Dante) A-Net Distributor box includes:
• One A-Net Distributor
• Documentation
Options for your personal mixing system include:
• Cat-5e/Cat-6 interconnect cables
• SB4 System Bridge
• D800, D800-Dante, A-16D, or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors
• A360 Personal Mixers
• A-16II Personal Mixers
• AN-16/o v.4 Output Module for use with the Network Mix Back™ feature
• A360 Channel Manager software, available free from the Aviom website
• Dante Controller software, available free from the Audinate website
A Warranty Registration can be found within this User Guide. Be sure to fill out the form and return it to
Aviom, Inc. via mail or fax as soon as possible.
About A-Net
A-Net® is a proprietary high-speed data transmission protocol developed by Aviom, capable of sending
and receiving high-quality digital audio using readily available Cat-5 cables.
A-Net is based on the physical layer of Ethernet, a Local Area Network (or LAN) technology. This provides
A-Net with a mature and robust base on which to build. However, it is important to note that A-Net devices
are not compatible with Ethernet devices.
Some of the benefits of using A-Net to transmit digital audio are:
• Virtually no latency; analog in to analog out is always less than one millisecond
• No ground loops
• Easy cabling using readily available components
• An unlimited number of A-Net devices can be used in a system
• Ease in spanning long distances between system components
There are two versions of Pro16 A-Net: the original Pro16 A-Net signal carries sixteen channels of digital
data while the enhanced Pro16e® version of A-Net is capable of carrying up to 64 channels of digital audio
data. Like standard Pro16 A-Net, Pro16e is a point-to-point digital audio protocol.
Pro16e A-Net data is intended for use with the A360 Personal Mixer which can take advantage of the higher
network channel count that Pro16e provides.
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Compatibility
The D800 A-Net Distributor is compatible with Pro16, Pro16e, and Pro64 A-Net devices as detailed below.
Pro16 Products
The A-Net Ou t from the following Pro16 devices may be connected to the D800 or D800-Dante’s rear
panel A-Net IN port:
• AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
• AN-16/i Input Module
• AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module
• AV-M8 Mic Input Module
• Aviom16/o-Y1 A-Net Card for Yamaha® devices
• A-16II Personal Mixer
• A-16R Rack-mount Personal Mixer
• AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module
• A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors
• Other D800 or D800-Dante A-Net Distributors
• Third-Party Pro16 A-Net digital console cards
In addition, the A-Net BrIdg e output from the SB4 System Bridge may also be connected to the A-Net input
of the D800.
Pro64 Products
Adding the ASI A-Net Systems Interface to a Pro64® digital snake or audio network allows Pro64 channels
to be translated into Pro16 data. The ASI separates the 64-channel Pro64 stream into four 16-channel Pro16
outputs, each of which can be assigned any combination of the available active Slots within the Pro64
network. Any of the four Pro16 A-Net outputs from the ASI may be connected to the A-Ne t IN on the D800.
Optionally, up to four Pro16 A-Net outputs from an ASI may be connected to the D800 if they are first
connected to an SB4 System Bridge.
The ASI’s Pro16 A-Net outputs can also be connected to the A-Net IN on the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module when
creating a personal mixing system that uses the enhanced Pro16e version of A-Net for increased channel
count.
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About Category 5
The term Category 5 (also referred to as Cat-5) is broadly used to describe a type of high performance
network cabling used for data transmission purposes to connect computer networks and other devices.
A standard patch cable consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors.
The cable assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Cat-5 female RJ45 jacks.
A variation of the cable, called Category 5e (or Cat-5e), has largely replaced Cat-5 in the field; it uses additional
twists in the cable’s wire pairs to reduce interference in high-speed network applications. Additional
wire pair variations are found in Cat-6 and Cat-6e cables, typically used with gigabit networking devices.
RJ45 Jack
Cat-5e Cable
Cat-5 Cables
Although the D800 (or D800-Dante) A-Net Distributor’s eight front panel A-Net Out ports will operate
properly with unshielded Cat-5e cable, when connecting these outputs to Personal Mixers shielded Cat-5e
(or better) cable must be used to stay below the CISPR 22 Class B, ICES-003, and FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class B
emissions limits. Unshielded Cat-5 cable may be used on all rear panel connections.
For fixed or permanent installations, you have the option of running Cat-5 cables inside walls and
terminating them with readily available wall panel connectors that include the RJ45 jack. (Solid wire is
recommended for permanent installations.) A Cat-5 cable wiring pinout table is included at the end of this
document. See page 41.
In addition to standard Category 5e cables, Cat-6 and Cat-6e cables may also be used.
Note: When purchasing Category 5 cables, be sure to buy only standard Cat-5 cables, not those sold
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as crossover cables. A crossover cable is used for file transfer between two computers and is
not compatible with your Aviom equipment.
Cat-5 cables outfitted with the heavy-duty Neutrik EtherCon® connector (or their equivalent) may also be
used in addition to those that use the standard RJ45 cable connector.
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Cable Lengths
Pro16 A-Net OutPro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16e A-Net Out
Pro16 or
Pro16e A-Net In
Total Pro16e A-Net cable length: 400 feet (122 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16 A-Net OutPro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16 A-Net OutPro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Pro16e A-Net Out
Pro16 or
Pro16e A-Net In
Total Pro16e A-Net cable length: 400 feet (122 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
Pro16 A-Net OutPro16 A-Net In
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Passive Coupler
Passive Coupler
For Pro16 applications—connecting one Pr o16 device to another—the Cat-5 cables used with your Aviom
products may be up to 500 feet (approximately 150 meters) in length between devices. For example,
connecting an AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module to an AN-16/o Output Module is a Pro16-to-Pro16 connection.
Total Pro16 A-Net cable length: 500 feet (150 meters)
Pro16 A-Net OutPro16 A-Net In
When using Pro16 e —such as the A-Net Out from an AN-16/i v.2 to any other Pro16 or Pro16e device—
Cat-5 cables may be up to 400 feet (approximately 122 meters) in length between compatible devices due
to the larger amount of data being transmitted to accommodate Pro16e’s higher channel count.
Total Pro16e A-Net cable length: 400 feet (122 meters)
Pro16e A-Net Out
The maximum cable length specification applies to the total cable length between an A-Net Out port on
one device and the A-Net IN port on the next A-Net capable device in your system.
Your cable length performance will be affected by a number of factors including the quality of the cables
used, and the number of passive devices such as cable couplers or passive wall panel interconnections in
use.
Stranded or solid Cat-5 cable may be used; stranded cable is easier to deploy on a stage while solid
core cable provides slightly better maximum distance performance. Solid core wire is typically used in
permanent installations in walls and across ceilings.
When using the optional AN -16SBR or SB4 System Bridge with Pro16 and Pro16e devices, the cable length
specification applies to the total cable length between the two active A-Net devices being connected with
the passive System Bridge, plus all cables. This is also true when using a passive inline coupler to extend
cable lengths.
Pro16e A-Net Out
Total Pro16e A-Net cable length: 400 feet (122 meters)
Passive
Coupler
Passive
Coupler
Pro16 or
Pro16e A-Net In
Pro16 or
Pro16e A-Net In
Pre-made cables in a variety of lengths and colors are available at most computer outlets. Cables may be
extended by using a simple passive device called an inline coupler to add length to existing cables (as long
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as you do not exceed the specified maximum cable length). If you need a longer cable on occasion, this is
a simple solution. Note that the maximum cable length performance can be compromised by using inline
couplers or other passive connection devices.
AC Line Conditioning
Aviom products are digital devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line
voltage. Changes in the line voltage from lightning, power outages, etc., can sometimes damage electronic
equipment.
To minimize the chance of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage, you
may want to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection. Power outlet
strips are available with built-in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment.
Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner or a battery
backup system (sometimes referred to as an uninterruptible power supply, or UPS).
Cleaning and Maintenance Information
The exterior of your Aviom products should be cleaned with a dry, soft, lint-free cloth. For tougher dirt,
you can use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent.
When cleaning your Aviom products, never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces. Instead,
spray a small amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first. Then use the dampened cloth to
clean the product.
Note: Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products.
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D800 A-Net Distributor
Aviom’s series of D800 A-Net® Distributors provides support for parallel connections of up to
eight Pro16® devices, including the A360, A-16II, and A-16R Personal Mixers.
Overview
Two versions of the D800 are available. The standard D800 includes a Pro16e™ A-Net input, compatible
with all Pro16 Series and Pro16e-capable devices. This input port also supports an A-Net Bridge input,
allowing up to four synchronous Pro16 A-Net streams to be connected. Used in conjunction with the SB4
System Bridge and Pro16 A-Net console cards, the D800 can be used for sending up to 64 channels directly
from a digital console to A360 Personal Mixers.
The D800-Dante A-Net Distributor adds connectivity for a Dante™ digital audio network, allowing up to 64
channels to be sent directly from a Dante audio network to A360 Personal Mixers. The D800-Dante may be
set to use either its Dante interface or its A-Net In as the source of audio for the Personal Mixers.
D800 front panel
All versions of the D800 A-Net Distributor include a Mixes Out port for the A360’s Network Mix Back™
feature. The D800 creates a 16-channel Pro16e A-Net stream comprised of the eight stereo mixes from
connected A360 Personal Mixers. No setup or routing is required at the D800 or the A360. By connecting
the Mixes Out port on the D800 to an AN-16/o v.4 Output Module, these stereo mixes can be connected
to the transmitter units for the musicians’ wireless in-ear monitors, eliminating the need for analog cables
from the A360s to the transmitters and keeping all analog connections off stage. On the D800-Dante,
Network Mix Back audio is also available to the Dante network.
All versions of the D800 include a rear-panel Ethernet port, which can be connected to a standard Wi-Fi
router. By connecting an iOS device—Apple® iPhone®, iPod touch®, or iPad®—to the Wi-Fi network,
musicians can extend the user interface of their A360 onto their device’s touchscreen.
An unlimited number of D800 and D800-Dante A-Net Distributors can be used in an A-Net network, and
all versions of the D800 are compatible with all Pro16 Series devices.
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D800 Front Panel
Front panel features described in this section are found on both the standard and Dante
versions of the D800 A-Net Distributor.
FuNctION
1A-Net outputs 1-8, with DC power for Personal Mixers
2Locking dual Cat-5 connector; press tab to release
3Pro16 (I) or Pro16e (II) mode switch
4Cable pass-through
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FuNctION
5Sync LED, green
6Power LED, red
7USB port
8Load button
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A-Net Ports 1 to 8
The eight A-Net ports on the front panel of the D800 A-Net Distributor provide a copy of the D800’s input
signal to the connected A-Net devices. When connected to a personal mixer such as the A-16II or A-16R
data flows in only one direction; when connected to an A360 Personal Mixer data can be unidirectional or
bidirectional.
Network connections on the D800 front panel can use standard Cat-5 cables or cables equipped with a
locking Cat-5 connector such as the Neutrik EtherCon. Locking XLR-style Cat-5 connectors are similar to a
mic connector, offering increased protection and a more secure locking mechanism.
Each A-Net port also supplies DC power that can be used to power a Personal Mixer product over the Cat-5
cable, eliminating the need for a local power supply.
Note: The DC power supply in the D800 can power only one Personal Mixer per Cat-5 cable. If you
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start a daisy chain from an A-16II Personal Mixer that is powered from one of the D800’s front
panel A-Net ports, each additional Personal Mixer (A360, A-16II, or A-16R) in the daisy chain
will need a source of DC power such as the PS-120 Power Supply.
Pro16e Output
Both versions of the D800 A-Net Distributor output a Pro16e data stream from each of the front panel
A-Net ports. This enhanced version of A-Net can carry up to 64 network slots, depending on the number
of input devices used in the system.
The standard D800 A-Net Distributor gets its network input from the A-Net IN port on its rear panel. The
D800-Dante version of the product can get its network audio from either a connected Dante network or
its A-Ne t IN port. A DIP switch for selecting the network source is provided on the Dante interface. See
page 23 for additional information.
Personal Mixing systems using more than 16 inputs always pass all network slots to all A-Net ports on
the D800 regardless of the type of personal mixer connected to the port. Pro16 devices such as the
A-16II and A-16R Personal Mixers can make use of only network slots 1-16 and will ignore network slots
17-64. Each A360 Personal Mixer can use any active network slot from 1-64; its mix channel buttons can
be mapped as needed using the free A360 Channel Manager software available from the Aviom website
(www.Aviom.com).
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Connecting Personal Mixers
To connect a Personal Mixer to the D800:
• Connect a Cat-5e cable from an A-Net port on the D800 A-Net Distributor to the A-Net IN
port on the Personal Mixer.
• DC power is supplied automatically to the Personal Mixer—no external DC power supply
is required.
• Connect additional Personal Mixers using Cat-5e cables from an available A-Net port on
the D800 A-Net Distributor to the A-Net input on the Personal Mixer. Any combination of
A360, A-16II and A-16R Personal Mixers may be used.
A-Net In
Stereo Mix Out
Mono Mix Out
Data
PROGRAM
CUSTOM
24VDC
Regulated
500 mA
DEFAULT
Pro16
Phones/Lines OutDC Power
18-24 VDC
Regulated
500 mA
T-Left
R-Right
S-Ground
Out A-Net In
Connect the A-Net port on the D800 to A-Net In on an A360, A-16II, or A-16R Personal Mixer.
See below for information about the settings for each A-Net port’s mode switch.
Note: For front panel connections from the D800 to Personal Mixers, shielded Cat-5e (or better)
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cable must be used to stay below the CISPR 22 Class B, ICES-003, and FCC 47 CFR Part 15 Class
B emissions limits.
Unshielded Cat-5e (or better) cable may be used on all rear panel connections.
The A-Net outputs on the D800 can be connected to any A-Net compatible device, allowing flexible
routing and system configurations as well as virtually unlimited system expansion.
See page 30 for additional information on configuring personal mixing systems.
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Mode Switches
Each of the eight A-Net ports on the front of the D800 has a two-position mode switch labeled with Roman
numerals I and II. The switches are used to control data flow, either unidirectional (I) or bidirectional (II).
The unidirectional mode is used with Pro16 Personal Mixers and output modules while the bidirectional
mode is used with the A360 Personal Mixer to enable the two-way communication with the D800 when
using the optional Network Mix Back and iOS support features.
A-Net port 1 is set to unidirectional (I) while port 2 is set to bidirectional (II).
When using the A-16II and A-16R Personal Mixers, the mode switch must be set to the unidirectional (I)
position. When using A360 Personal Mixers the switch can be in either position, but note that the switch
must be in the bidirectional (II) position for each port where iOS or Network Mix Back support is required.
Front Panel LED Indicators
There are two LED indicators on the front panel of the D800. The red LED indicates that the D800 is
powered on.
Sync (green) and Power (red) LEDs on the D800 front panel
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The front panel Sync LED lights green on the standard version of the D800 A-Net Distributor when a valid
A-Net stream is connected to the rear panel A-Net In port.
On the D800-Dante version of the product, the front panel SyNc LED will light green if:
• the Dante interface is enabled and the Dante network is functioning and generating
clocks, or
• the Dante interface is disabled and a valid A-Net stream is connected to the D800’s rear
panel A-Net In port
See page 23 for additional information about configuring Dante.
Load Button
The D800 includes USB support for firmware updates. A standard USB compliant mass storage device (also
called a memory stick or thumb drive) is required.
The load button is used with a USB memory device for rmware updates.
See page 35 for firmware update information.
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D800 Rear Panel
The features on the left side of the rear panel are found on both the standard and Dante
versions of the D800.
FuNctION
1Fuse holder
2Power On/Off switch
3AC Power connection, IEC
4Ethernet network connection, RJ45
5Pr o16e Mixes Out, locking RJ45
6Pr o16e A-Net Out, locking RJ45
7Pr o16e A-Net In or A-Net Bridge In, locking RJ45
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Power Supply
The rear of the D800 A-Net Distributor contains the standard IEC power input for the unit. The main power
supply in the D800 is a switching type, compatible with the variety of electrical systems in use worldwide.
The D800 can operate with input voltages from 100 to 240 volts and at rates from 50 to 60 Hz. Replaceable
IEC cables for AC power systems throughout the world are available from many electronics dealers. Avoid
using cable adapters whenever possible. Replacement cables must provide an earth ground connection.
Fuse
The D800’s power supply fuse is contained in the round receptacle next to the power connector assembly.
To change a fuse, first unplug the unit from the AC wall receptacle. Remove the fuse access panel to reveal
the fuse. Always replace the fuse with one of the same rating—250VAC - T4AL.
Always replace the fuse with one of the same rating.
Ethernet Network Connection
The D800 can provide an enhanced personal mixing experience to users of the A360 Personal Mixer via
iOS. Each A360 connected to a D800 can display this optional mix information on a supported iOS device
such as an iPhone or iPad. A properly configured Wi-Fi router is required to use iOS support. This feature
will be enabled in a future firmware update.
Note: The front panel mode switch must be in the bidirectional (II) position for each A360 Personal
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Mixer that will be using iOS support.
The iOS support feature is only available when using A360 Personal Mixers; the A-16II Personal Mixer
cannot take advantage of the advanced information display. Each D800 can support up to eight A360
Personal Mixers.
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A Wi-Fi router connected to the Ethernet port on a D800 sends additional mix information from an A360 Personal
Mixers that can be displayed on an iOS device.
A-Net In Port / A-Net Bridge
The standard D800 A-Net Distributor gets its network input from the A-Net IN port on its rear panel. This
A-Net signal can come from:
• a single Pro16 analog input module such as the AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module
• a single Pro16e analog input module such as the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module
• a maximum of four AN-16/i v.2 Input Modules cascaded together
• one Pro16 analog input module and up to three AN-16/i v.2 Input Modules
• a single Pro16 A-Net console card
• one Pro16 console card and up to three AN-16/i v.2 Input Modules
• multiple console cards connected to an SB4 System Bridge
• the A-Net Out from another A-Net Distributor
• a single Pro16 output from a Pro64 ASI A-Net System Interface
• up to four Pro16 outputs from a Pro64 ASI A-Net System Interface connected to an SB4
System Bridge
SB4 System Bridge
By using an SB4 System Bridge, a maximum of four digital console cards from the same clock domain may
be cascaded, allowing up to 64 input sources to be made available to A360 Personal MIxers. The System
Bridge’s front panel A-Net BrIdge port gets connected to the A-Net IN on the D800 where the data will
be merged into one multi-channel Pro16e data stream. The console cards can be installed in different
consoles, but the consoles must be clocked to the same source using Word Clock connections.
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the clock source when using multiple cards.
Multiple console cards connect to an SB4 System Bridge.
The console card connected to the System Bridge’s 1-16 port is assumed to be providing the clock.
A Pro64 digital audio network may also be connected to the D800 by using the Pro64 ASI A-Net Systems
Interface and including the SB4 System Bridge to merge its outputs. The four Pro16 outputs of the ASI are
always from the same clock domain and can be connected to the four A-Net ports on the System Bridge
without requiring additional Word Clock connections.
Note: When using the D800-Dante version of the product with the network audio source set to
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come from a Dante network, the A-Net In port is ignored.
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A-Net Out Port
On the standard version of the D800, the A-Ne t Out port supplies a copy of the Pro16e A-Net stream (up to
64 slots) that is connected to the A-Net IN port. On the D800-Dante version of the product, the A-Net Out
also supplies an exact copy of the input source, but note that the source is selectable between the Dante
stream connected to the Dante interface’s Dante Primary or Secondary port and the A-Net stream
connected to the A-Net IN port. (Configuration of the Dante Primary and Secondary ports must be done
using the Dante Controller PC software available from Audinate.) A DIP switch on the Dante interface is
used to select the source. See page 23 for additional information.
Use the A-Net Out port to connect additional A-Net Distributors, including other versions of the D800,
as well as the A-16D and A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors. This enables more than eight Personal Mixers to
be used with the same input sources when configuring personal mixing systems for more than eight
performers.
The A-Net Out port may also be connected directly to a Personal Mixer as a ninth network output, but
remember that this port does not carry DC power for the Personal Mixer, so an optional external power
supply (such as the PS-120) will be required. The rear panel A-Net Out also does not support the Network
Mix Back or iOS features.
A Pro16 output device such as the AN-16/o v.4 Output Module may also be connected to the D800’s
A-Net Out port. Since the AN-16/o v.4 is a Pro16 device it can only output slots 1-16 of the network. Slots
17-64 are ignored.
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Mixes Out Port
The D800 MIxeS Out port is used with the Network Mix Back feature and the A360 Personal Mixer. Each
A360 Personal Mixer connected to the D800 can send its stereo mix back into the network so that it may
be connected to a Pro16 output device such as the AN-16/o v.4 Output Module. The analog outputs from
the AN-16/o can be connected to a wireless in-ear system transmitter; the A360 can then be used as a
remote controller for the performer’s mix without connecting earbuds or headphones to the A360. The
front panel mode switches on the D800 must be set to the bidirectional position (II) for each A360 that
will use the feature. Each of the eight A-Net ports on the D800 can provide one stereo mix from an A360
Personal Mixer to the MIxeS Out port.
Each stereo mix from an A360 is assigned to a pair of channels that appear at the MIxeS Out port and are
mapped to the connected output device as seen in the table below.
D800 PortMixes Out Channels
11-2
23-4
35-6
47-8
59-10
611-12
713-14
815-16
An A360 or A-16II Personal Mixer may also be connected to the MIxeS Out port (or daisy chained to the
A-Net Out port of an AN-16/o v.4) to allow an engineer to monitor the various mixes being created by the
performers. Any A-Net device connected to the Mixes Out port will require an external power supply.
The Mixes Out port on a D800 connects to A-Net In on the AN-16/o v.4. Up to eight stereo mixes can be connected to the
inputs of wireless in-ear transmitters from the AN-16/o v.4 analog outputs.
The eight stereo mixes from the A360 Personal Mixers are also available in the Dante stream as D800
channels 1-16 when using the D800-Dante. This allows you to route the signals into Dante-enabled
consoles, processors, etc.
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D800-Dante Rear Panel
The features described below are found only on the Dante version of the D800.
FuNctION
1Dante configuration and Stereo Link DIP switches
2Dante network Primary port, locking RJ45
3Dante network activity LEDs, green
4Dante 1GB network LEDs, red
5Dante network Secondary port, locking RJ45
6Dante network Error LED, red
7Dante Sync LED, green
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Dante Network Ports
The Dante interface on the D800-Dante A-Net Distributor has two gigabit network ports labeled PrI MAry
and SecONdAry. The Dante Secondary port can be configured to be a pass-through port or a redundant
copy of the Primary port. Configuring Dante settings requires the Dante Controller software available from
the Audinate website.
The D800-Dante supports sample rates of 44.1kHz and 48kHz coming from the Dante network.
Dante Interface LEDs
There are six LEDs on the Dante interface of the D800-Dante A-Net Distributor.
1GB Network LED
The red 1gB LED will light when the Dante interface is connected to an Ethernet network. It does not,
however, indicate that a valid Dante network stream is present. Individual 1GB LEDs are provided for the
Primary and Secondary ports.
Activity LED
The green Act (Activity) LED flickers when a valid Dante data stream is connected. Individual ACT LEDs are
provided for the Primary and Secondary ports.
LED indicators on the Dante inter face
Error LED
The Dante interface’s errOr LED lights to indicate a configuration error or loss of Dante network
communication. Use the Dante Controller software to resolve Dante network issues.
Sync LED
The SyNc LED on the Dante interface lights when a valid Dante stream is connected and active, indicating
that the module is getting a proper clock signal.
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Dante Configuration DIP Switches
Setting up a Dante network requires the use of the Dante Controller software available from the Audinate
website. Once configured, the D800-Dante’s onboard set of four DIP switch blocks is used to configure the
A-Net-specific settings. This document refers to the DIP switch blocks with numbers 1-4 as shown below.
DIP switch blocks are referred to using numbers 1-4.
DIP Switch Block 1
DIP SwitchDownUp
1Mono Stereo Link Slots 1-2
2MonoStereo Link Slots 3-4
3MonoStereo Link Slots 5-6
4MonoStereo Link Slots 7-8
5MonoStereo Link Slots 9-10
6MonoStereo Link Slots 11-12
7MonoStereo Link Slots 13-14
8MonoStereo Link Slots 15-16
Ignore the DIP switch Stereo
Link settings; all channels sent
to A-Net are mono
Use the A-Net In port as the
input source for the network
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9
Use the DIP switch Stereo
Link settings
Use Dante as the input
source for the network
Any combination of the Stereo Link DIP switches may be used; in the up position, stereo links are
transmitted over A-Net to all Personal Mixers in the network. Set DIP Switch 9 in this block to the up
position to override the Stereo Link settings made with the hardware switches; this makes all channels
sent to the A-Net devices mono. Stereo link changes can be made at any time; all Personal Mixers will
update automatically to reflect the changes.
Stereo Links settings made with the DIP switches in the Dante interface are applied only to the Dante
audio stream. When using the A-Net In port instead of the Dante input, Stereo Links must come from an
A-Net input device (analog or console card).
Note: DIP switch #10 in Switch Block 1 will enable or disable the Dante input and determine which
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port the D800 is getting its audio and clocking from. The D800-Dante can either use Dante
audio (from the Dante Primary or Secondary port), or A-Net Audio (from the A-Net IN port),
but not both simultaneously.
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This example uses red handles to show Slots 5-6, 9-10, 11-12, and 15-16 with stereo links on.
DIP Switch Block 2
DIP SwitchDownUp
1Mono Stereo Link Slots 17-18
2MonoStereo Link Slots 19-20
3MonoStereo Link Slots 21-22
4MonoStereo Link Slots 23-24
5MonoStereo Link Slots 25-26
6MonoStereo Link Slots 27-28
7MonoStereo Link Slots 29-30
8MonoStereo Link Slots 31-32
9 AReserved Reserved
10 BReservedReserved
In DIP Switch block 2, switches 9 and 10 (A and B) are reserved for future use. They should be left in the
down position by default.
In the example red handles are used to show a stereo link for network slots 19-20.
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DIP Switch Block 3
DIP SwitchDownUp
1Mono Stereo Link Slots 33-34
2MonoStereo Link Slots 35-36
3MonoStereo Link Slots 37-38
4MonoStereo Link Slots 39-40
5MonoStereo Link Slots 41-42
6MonoStereo Link Slots 43-44
7MonoStereo Link Slots 45-46
8MonoStereo Link Slots 47-48
9 ID1Reserved Reserved
10 ID2ReservedReserved
In DIP Switch block 3, switches 9 and 10 (Id1 and Id2) are reserved for future use. They should be left in the
down position by default.
DIP Switch Block 4
DIP SwitchDownUp
1Mono Stereo Link Slots 49-50
2MonoStereo Link Slots 51-52
3MonoStereo Link Slots 53-54
4MonoStereo Link Slots 55-56
5MonoStereo Link Slots 57-58
6MonoStereo Link Slots 59-60
7MonoStereo Link Slots 61-62
8MonoStereo Link Slots 63-64
9 CReserved Reserved
10 DReservedReserved
In DIP Switch block 4, switches 9 and 10 (labeled c and d) are reserved for future use. They should be left
in the down position by default.
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Dante Setup
The D800-Dante requires some additional configuration using Audinate’s Dante Controller
software when it is part of a Dante network.
Routing Channels
Any active audio resource in a Dante network may be routed to the D800-Dante. Routing channels
requires the Dante Controller software, available from the Audinate website. It can be run on either Mac or
PC computers. Complete documentation for the software is available from Audinate.
Dante Controller is essentially an X/Y grid that allows a channel from one device to be sent to another.
Devices that transmit are shown horizontally across the top of the grid; receiving devices are in the vertical
column along the side. Open any device’s Transmit or Receive panel by clicking the plus or minus sign (+/-)
next to its name.
The Dante Controller routing grid is used to assign channels to any device in the network.
Use the mouse to activate or deactivate a channel. A green check mark symbol indicates a valid connection.
Once channels are configured for your application, the Dante Controller software application can be
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closed. Channel transmit/receive settings are stored within each Dante device until they are changed
using the Dante Controller software.
Device View
Opening the Device View for any Dante device in the network will display a tabbed view of additional
settings for the device. There is an overview of the device’s firmware, its transmit and receive settings, as
well as settings for the sample rate and redundancy.
Status Tab
Choose the Status tab of the Device View to display the current firmware and other manufacturer-related
information.
The status view for the D800-Dante displays its current rmware.
There are no user-configurable settings in the Status tab.
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Device Config Tab
The settings for Sample Rate and Device Latency are found within the Device Config tab.
Choose a sample rate from the drop-down menu.
To change the sample rate for the D800-Dante, select a new rate from the drop-down menu. Use the radio
buttons in the Device Latency section to choose a latency value that best matches the network you have
set up.
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Network Config Tab
The settings for the D800-Dante’s Primary and Secondary ports are found within the Network Config Tab
of the Device View. Two settings are available in the drop-down menu. When set to SwItched, both ports
are identical; Dante devices can be daisy chained. When set to reduNdANt, the Secondary port will serve
as a redundant copy of the data appearing at the Primary port. Note that using the Redundant setting
requires that the network be configured using a pair of gigabit switches.
Choose either Switched or Redundant from the drop-down menu.
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Personal Mixing Systems
A personal mixing system can be configured with a variety of input sources including analog,
digital console cards, and Dante network devices and consoles. Up to eight Personal Mixers
(A360, A-16II or A-16R) can be connected and powered per D800. This section shows some
typical personal mixing system configurations.
16-Channel Personal Mixing System
This system uses a single analog input device or digital console card; 16 total network slots are available to
the Personal Mixers. If the D800-Dante is used, note that the Dante Disable DIP switch must be in the up
position to use A-Net as the input source to the D800. (The Dante DIP switch is #10 in Switch Block 1.)
Analog Input
A-Net Out on the analog input device is connected to A-Net In on the D800.
When using an AN-16/i v.2 Input Module, be sure to set its rear panel SlOt rANg e switch to 1-16.
The Slot Range must be set to 1-16.
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Digital Console Card
A compatible Pro16 digital console card from any of Aviom’s technology partners may be substituted for
the Y1 Yamaha card shown in the diagram.
A-Net Out from the console card is connec ted to A-Net In on the D800.
As with the analog version of the basic system, if a D800-Dante A-Net Distributor is used, the Dante Disable
DIP switch (#10 in Switch Block 1) must be in the up position to use the A-Net IN port.
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32-Channels - Analog & Digital Inputs
This hybrid system uses one digital console card plus one analog AN-16/i v.2 Input Module to provide up
to 32 inputs to the network. The console card provides network slots 1-16 of the network; the AN-16/i v.2
Input Module provides slots 17-32.
To configure this system:
• Connect A-Net Out on the console card to A-Net IN on the AN-16/i v.2 with a Cat-5 cable.
• Set the SlOt rANge switch on the AN-16/i v.2 to 17-32.
• Connect a Cat-5 cable from A-Net Out on the AN-16/i v.2 to A-Net IN on the D800. (If the
D800-Dante is used, the Dante Disable DIP switch (#10 in Switch Block 1) must be in the
up position to use the A-Net input. The Dante interface’s Stereo Link DIP switches are
ignored)
• Set Stereo Links as needed on the console cards and/or AN-16/i v.2.
• Connect Personal Mixers to the D800’s front panel A-Net ports.
• Create custom channel maps for A360 Personal Mixers with the free A360 Channel
Manager software.
The A-Net Out from the console card connects to the analog input module’s A-Net In port. The Pro16e A-Net Out on the
AN-16/i v.2 connects to A-Net In on the D800.
Note: If A-16II and A360 Personal Mixers will both be used in this type of network, it is important
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to note that the A-16II will ignore network slots 17 and above. Make sure you assign audio
sources that are critical for users of the A-16II to slots 1-16 of the network.
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32-64 Channels - Analog Inputs
Up to four analog input devices may be connected to a D800 by cascading the A-Net ports on the A-Net
input devices. The first input device in the system (Input Module 1 in the diagrams) can be an original
AN-16/i Input Module or AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module. By default these devices supply network slots 1-16.
To configure this system:
• Set the SlOt rANge switch on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #1 to 1-16.
• Connect A-Net Out on #1 to A-Net IN on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #2 with a Cat-5 cable.
• Set the SlOt rANge switch on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #2 to 17-32.
• Connect A-Net Out on #2 to A-Net IN on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #3.
• Set the SlOt rANge switch on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #3 to 33-48.
• Connect A-Net Out on #3 to A-Net IN on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #4.
• Set the SlOt rANge switch on AN-16/i v.2 Input Module #4 to 49-64.
• Connect A-Net Out on #4 to the A-Net IN on a the D800.
Four analog input modules create a 64-channel network.
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32-64 Channels - Console Card Inputs
Up to four digital console cards from the same clock domain may be connected to a D800 by connecting
the cards to an SB4 System Bridge. The A-Net streams connected to the System Bridge will be merged
into a single Pro16e data stream by the D800 A-Net Distributor. If the digital console cards are installed in
different consoles, the consoles must be clocked together using Word Clock.
To configure this system:
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #1 to A-Net 1-16 on the SB4 System Bridge.
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #2 to A-Net 17-32 on the SB4.
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #3 to A-Net 33-48 on the SB4.
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #4 to A-Net 49-64 on the SB4.
• Connect the A-Net BrIdge port on the front of the SB4 to A-Net IN on the D800.
SB4 Rear Panel Setup
SB4 Front Panel Setup
Four digital console cards combine to create a 64-channel network.
Connect the SB4 System Bridge to the D800.
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32-64 Channels - Console Cards & Analog
Up to three digital console cards from the same clock domain plus one AN-16/i v.2 Input Module may
be combined to create a hybrid system that uses both analog and digital inputs to the network. An SB4
System Bridge is used to combine the A-Net outputs so that they may be connected to the D800’s A-Net
input.
Since there can only be one clock source, one of the console cards will be connected to the AN-16/i v.2
Input Module’s A-Net IN to provide sync while the remaining console cards will be connected to the SB4
ports as seen in the previous system example. SB4 port 17-32 is unused in this configuration.
To configure this system:
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #1 to A-Net IN on the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module.
• Set the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module’s SlOt rANge switch to 17-32.
• Connect A-Net Out on the AN-16/i v.2 Input Module to A-Net 1-16 on the SB4.
• Leave the A-Net 17-32 port on the SB4 unconnected. (Channels 1-32 are provided by the
AN-16/i v.2)
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #2 to A-Net 33-48 on the SB4.
• Connect A-Net Out on console card #3 to A-Net 49- 64 on the SB4.
• Connect the A-Net BrIdge port on the front of the SB4 to A-Net IN on the D800.
SB4 Rear Panel Setup
Three digital console cards and 16 channels of analog inputs combine to create a 64-channel network.
If the digital console cards are installed in different consoles, the consoles must be clocked together using
Word Clock.
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SB4 Front Panel Setup
Connect the SB4 System Bridge to the D800.
If the D800-Dante A-Net Distributor is used, the Dante Disable DIP switch must be in the up position to use
the A-Net input rather than the Dante network input.
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Expanding a Personal Mixing System
Any number of Pro16 A-Net devices can be used in a personal mixing system, including multiple D800
A-Net Distributors. To expand a system, additional D800 Distributors can be connected to any available
A-Net Out port on a Pro16 device including A-16II and A-16R Personal Mixers, AN-16/o output modules,
and the Pro64 ASI Systems Interface.
Using Multiple D800 A-Net Distributors
Multiple D800 units can be cascaded. To add another D800 to a system, simply connect a standard Cat-5
cable from the A-Net Ou t of the first D800 to the A-Net IN on the second D800. See the following diagram.
Connect A-Net Out on the rst D800 to A-Net In on a second D800 to expand a system.
If the second D800 is a D800-Dante version, make sure that its Dante Disable DIP switch is in the up
position to enable its A-Net IN port. (The Dante Disable DIP switch is #10 in Switch Block 1.)
Set the Dante Disable switch to up to use the A-Net input.
Two D800s connected in a daisy chain provide sixteen powered A-Net outputs. Any number of D800
Distributors can be connected to provide additional expansion by connecting the A-Net Out jack of one
D800 to the next distributor’s A-Net In jack. Cat-5 cables can be up to 400 feet (120 meters) long between
devices. Note that the Mixes Out port of each D800 only outputs the stereo mixes from A360s connected
to it.
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Using the A-16D Pro With the D800
A D800 (or D800-Dante) may be used along with an A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor in the same system.
Connecting an A-16D Pro after a D800 allows up to 64 network slots to be transmitted to every port on
each A-Net Distributor; use this as the default patching method if you are using A360 Personal Mixers. Up
to 64 inputs may be made active in the network by using analog input devices, console cards connected to
an SB4 System Bridge, or a Dante network.
To connect a D800 A-Net Distributor to an A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor, patch a Cat-5 cable from the
A-Net Out port on the D800 or D800-Dante’s rear panel to the A-Net IN on the front panel of the A-16D Pro
A-Net Distributor.
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A-Net Out on the D800 is connected to A-Net In on the A-16D Pro.
All network slots (up to 64) are available at each of the A-16D Pro’s A-Net outputs. Connect Personal Mixers
as needed. The A-16II and A-16R Personal Mixers will use network slots 1-16 only and will ignore slots 17-64.
A360 Personal Mixers can make use of any active slot. Any A360 personal Mixers connected to an A-16D
Pro cannot use the Network Mix Back or iOS features; these are unique to the D800 A-Net Distributors.
Expand the system further with another A-16D Pro by connecting A-Ne t thru on the first A-16D Pro to
A-Net IN on the second.
Note: The half-rackspace A-16D A-Net Distributor may be substituted for the A-16D Pro.
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Firmware Updates
The D800 and D800-Dante A-Net Distributor’s firmware can be updated by the user to take
advantage of new features and product updates.
During a firmware update, the front panel A-Net ports are temporarily disabled; connected personal
mixers will not be able to output audio. The rear panel A-Net IN, A-Net Out, and MIxeS Out ports are also
disabled while firmware is being updated as is the Dante I/O on the D800-Dante version.
A USB compliant memory stick formatted for FAT32 (standard PC formatting) is required. USB devices
formatted with Mac NTFS formatting are not supported. USB devices partitioned with PC and Mac volumes
may be used; the Mac partition will be ignored.
Once a firmware update has been downloaded from the Aviom website, extract the files from the .zip
archive and copy the contents to the root level of the USB memory stick (the extracted archive will have all
files in a folder named AvIOM).
Note: Firmware updates are delivered with a specific folder structure in place which must remain
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intact in order to work. Do not move, re-name, or otherwise alter the files delivered with the
firmware update. The D800 firmware update file will be named D800_firmware.upd.
To update the D800 firmware:
1. Extract the firmware update files to the USB mass storage device.
2. Plug the USB device into the D800’s USB port.
3. Press and release the lOAd button on the front panel of the D800.
4. The SyNc LED will blink throughout this process to indicate that a firmware update is in
progress.
5. Once the new firmware is installed and verified, the SyNc LED will stop blinking, and the
D800 will return to its normal state, ready to be used. The A-Net connections are active
again.
6. The USB storage device can be safely removed.
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Do not press the lOAd button, change any switches, remove the USB stick, or turn off the
D800 while its firmware is being updated.
The actual amount of time for a firmware update will vary based on the complexity of the current firmware
file being applied. Firmware updates are available from the Aviom website (www.aviom.com). Dante
interface firmware updates must be applied separately with tools created by Audinate.
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Firmware Error Warnings
The SyNc LED is used to indicate any errors that may occur during a firmware update. The Sync LED will
flicker if any of the following errors occur:
• USB Read Error
• D800_firmware.upd file not found
• D800_firmware.upd file is the same version or older than what is currently loaded into the
unit
Press the Load button with a memory stick inserted to initiate a rmware update.
Dante Firmware Updates
When updating the D800 firmware, note that Dante components are not changed. Any updates to the
Dante interface’s firmware released by Audinate require the Dante Firmware Update Manager software.
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D800 A-Net Distributor Specifications
Eight locking RJ45 connectors, powered
A-Net to/from Personal
Mixers (front panel)
2-position switch (I/II) accommodates A-16II (I) and the
bidirectional A360 Personal Mixer (II)
A-Net In or
A-Net Bridge In
A-Net Out (rear panel)
A-Net Mixes Out
Ethernet
LEDs
USB
Pr o16 A-Net Support
Pro16e A-Net Support
A-Net Cables
Accepts Pro16 or Pro16e A-Net;
One locking RJ45 connector
Pro16e A-Net;
One locking RJ45 connector, unpowered
Pro16e A-Net;
One locking RJ45 connector, unpowered;
Provides up to 16 channels of Network Mix Back™ data from up
to eight A360 Personal Mixers
One RJ45 connector
Power On (red); Sync (green)
Used for firmware updates
Transmits 16 channels of digital audio to A-16II and A-16R
Personal Mixers
Transmits up to 64 channels of digital audio to A360 Personal
Mixers
Front Panel Connections: Shielded Cat-5e (or better) cable must
be used to stay below the CISPR 22 Class B, ICES-003, and FCC 47
CFR Part 15 Class B emissions limits.
Unshielded Cat-5e cable may be used on all rear panel
connections.
Output Voltage for
Personal Mixers
Power Supply
Input Voltage
Dimensions
Weight
24VDC, 0.5 amp
Transmitted over the Cat-5e cable
Internal, universal switching type, IEC connector
100-240VAC, 50-60Hz, 300W
Fuse - 250VAC~ T4AL
19” (482.6 mm) wide x 14.25” (362 mm) deep;
2U, 3.5” (88.9 mm) high
12.0 lbs (5.44 kg)
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D800-Dante Specifications
Dante Primary I/O
Dante Secondary I/O
Stereo Link
Stereo Link Defeat
Disable DIP switch
ID1, ID2 DIP Switch
A, B, C, D DIP switch
LEDs (rear panel)
Locking RJ45 connector
Locking RJ45 connector
Four DIP Switch blocks: 1-16, 17-32, 33-48, and 49-64;
used to set up to 32 channel pairs as stereo links
Bypasses DIP switch stereo link settings
Chooses Dante (down) or A-Net In (up) as the input source for
the D800-Dante;
When Dante is enabled, audio from the Network Mix Back
feature is available to the Dante network.
Reserved
Reserved
Error (red);
Sync (green);
1GB Active (red);
Network Activity (green)
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Dimensions
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Cat-5 Cable Pinout
The tables below detail the two wiring pinout variations for Cat-5 cables. When making custom cables,
either pinout can be used, but both ends of a cable must use the same wiring pattern.
T568A
RJ45 PinWire Color
1White/Green
2Green
3White/Orange
4Blue
5White/Blue
6Orange
7White/Brown
8Brown
T568B
RJ45 PinWire Color
1White/Orange
2Orange
3White/Green
4Blue
5White/Blue
6Green
7White/Brown
8Brown
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Index
Symbols
1GB LED 22
A
A-16CS Control Surface 2
A-16D A-Net Distributor 2, 38
A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor 2, 3, 4, 19, 38
A-16II Personal Mixer 2, 4, 8, 11, 12, 32, 37, 38
A-16R Personal Mixer 2, 4, 8, 11, 37, 38
A360 Channel Manager 3, 11, 12, 32
A360 Personal Mixer 3, 8, 11, 13, 16, 20, 32, 33, 38
AC Line Conditioning 7
Active 42
Activity LED
ACT 22
ACT LED 22
AN-16/i Input Module 4, 33
AN-16/i-M Mic Input Module 4, 6, 17, 33
AN-16/i v.2 Input Module 4, 6, 17, 30, 32
AN-16/o Output Module 4, 6
AN-16/o v.4 Output Module 3, 8, 19, 20
AN-16SBR System Bridge 6
analog input 30
analog output
Mixes Out 20
A-Net 3, 41
A-Net Bridge 4, 41
A-Net Bridge In 15, 17
A-Net Bridge port 34, 35
A-Net Distributor 2, 4
A-Net In 4, 14, 15, 17, 21
A-Net In port 6, 23, 31
A-Net Mixes Out 41
A-Net Out 9, 11, 15, 31
A-Net Out port 6, 19, 38
A-Net Thru 38
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ASI A-Net Systems Interface 4, 17, 18, 37
Aviom16/o-Y1 A-Net Card 4
AV-M8 Mic Input Module 4
AV-P2 Output Module 4
B
bidirectional 13, 16, 20
Bridge 8, 17
Bridge In 15, 17
bypass Stereo Link
Operating Temperature iii
output module 37
override Stereo Links 23
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Package Contents 3
partition 39
PC format 39
permanent installation 5
Personal Mixer 8, 12, 38, 41
Personal Mixing System 30
Pinout 5, 45
Power LED 10
Power On 41
Power Supply 12, 19, 41
Primary 42