Extron electronics AXI 22 AT, AXI 44 AT User Manual

User Guide

Mixers and Processors

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT

Audio Expansion Interfaces

Audio Products

68-2972-01 Rev. C

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Safety Instructions

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Istruzioni di sicurezza • Italiano

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all’interno del contenitore del prodotto che può costituire un rischio di
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e manutenzione nella documentazione fornita con l’apparecchio.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part15 of the FCC rules. The ClassA limits provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause interference.
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WARNING:

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ATTENTION:

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TIP: A tip provides a suggestion to make working with the application easier.

Software Commands

Commands are written in the fonts shown here:

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SOH R Data STX Command ETB ETX

Selectable items, such as menu names, menu options, buttons, tabs, and field names are
written in the font shown here:

From the File menu, select New.
Click the OK button.

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aspx.

Contents

Introduction ...............................................1

About this Guide .................................................. 1

About the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT ..................... 1

Features .............................................................. 2

Applications Diagrams ......................................... 3

Installation and Operation .........................4

Mounting ............................................................. 4

Rear Panel Connections ...................................... 5

Front Panel Controls ............................................ 8

Reset Modes ....................................................... 9

Reset Mode 1 .................................................. 9

Reset Mode 2 .................................................. 9

DSP Configurator Software ......................10

Downloading and Installing DSP Configurator

Software ........................................................... 10

Accessing the DSP Configurator Help File ......... 12

DSP Configurator Software Workspace ............. 12

Menu Bar .......................................................... 13

File ................................................................ 13

Edit ................................................................ 13

View .............................................................. 14

Tools .............................................................. 14

Window ......................................................... 15

Help .............................................................. 15

Presets .......................................................... 15

Live and Emulate Panel.................................. 16

Connecting Live to a Device .......................... 16

Disconnecting from a Device ......................... 17

Mic/Line Inputs .................................................. 18

Renaming Input Channels .............................. 18

Mic/Line Gain Dialog Box ............................... 18

Analog Outputs ................................................. 19

Renaming Output Channels ........................... 19

Output Attenuation Dialog Box ...................... 19

Dante Controller ......................................20

Downloading and Installing Dante Controller ...... 20

Configuring the AXI in Dante Controller .............. 22

Device Name ................................................. 22

Receiver and Transmitter Names ................... 22

Dante Controller Naming Conventions ........... 22

Renaming the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT in

Dante Controller ........................................... 23

Renaming a Receiver or Transmitter............... 25

Finding a Dante Device IP Address ................ 27

Identifying a Physical Dante Device ................ 28

Physical Dante Network Setup .......................... 28

Dante Controller Operation ................................ 29

Dante Transmitters and Receivers .................. 29

Routing Device Channels ............................... 29

Disconnecting Inputs from Outputs ................ 31

Dante Troubleshooting ....................................... 31

Simplifying the Network for Troubleshooting... 31

Troubleshooting the Network Interface ........... 31

Restarting Dante Controller ............................ 32

Remote Control ........................................33

SIS Commands ................................................. 33

Using the Command and Response Tables ....... 33

Verbose Mode ............................................... 34

Symbol Definitions ......................................... 34

Error Responses ............................................ 34

Command and Response Table for SIS

Commands ...................................................... 35

DSP SIS Commands ......................................... 37

Command and Response Table for DSP SIS

Commands ...................................................... 37

Object ID (OID) Number and Value Range

Tables ............................................................... 38

iiAXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Contents

Introduction

This section provides an overview of this guide and the features of the Extron AXI 22 AT and
AXI 44 AT audio expansion interfaces. This section covers the following topics:

• About this Guide

• About the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT

• Features

• Applications Diagrams

About this Guide

This guide contains installation, configuration, and operation information for the Extron
Electronics AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT audio expansion interfaces. In this guide, the terms
“AXI devices,” “device,” and “AXI” are all used to refer to the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT
interchangeably.

About the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT

The AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT audio expansion interfaces are analog-to-Dante/Dante-to­analog converters in 1U high, quarter rack width enclosures. The AXI 22 AT is a two input,
two output interface and the AXI 44 AT is a four input, four output interface. The inputs
for both devices include preamps with 48 V phantom power and accept 3.5 mm captive
screw connectors. The Dante port on the rear panel of each device provides 2x2 and 4x4
Dante interfacing respectively. Gain and phantom power settings are software controlled
and can be made from the front panel, DSP Configurator Software, or SIS commands
via DataViewer. The AXI will appear on the Dante network and use the Dante Controller
software for routing, device naming, channel naming, transmission latency, sample rate,
and IP communication settings. The AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT are pure break-in/break-out
devices that contain no DSP processing.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Introduction 1

Features

• Two or four mic/line inputs transmit audio to a Dante™ network — Two

(AXI22AT) or four (AXI 44 AT) mic/line inputs include selectable 48 volt phantom
power for balanced or unbalanced sources and accept 3.5 mm 6-pole captive screw
connectors. A rotary detented knob is available for gain control.

• Two or four line level outputs receive audio from a Dante network —Two

(AXI22AT) or four (AXI 44 AT) channels of high quality digital audio can be routed from
local or remote systems via Dante and converted to balanced or unbalanced line level
analog audio and output with 3.5 mm 6-pole captive screw connectors.

• Input select, gain, and phantom power controls located on front panel and

configurable through DSP Configurator Software — Settings can be modified
from the front panel, DSP Configurator Software, or SIS commands via DataViewer.

• Dante audio networking provides a wide range of expansion options — Dante-

equipped audio products, including the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT, provide scalability
for creating larger audio systems over a local area network using standard Internet
protocols.

• Studio grade 24-bit analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters with

selectable sampling rates up to 96 kHz — Professional converters fully preserve the
integrity of the original audio signal, with selectable sampling rates via Dante Controller.

• Power over Ethernet allows the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT to receive power over

a single Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for a local power supply.

• 1U, quarter rack width metal enclosure — Compact, durable enclosure can be

discreetly installed under a desk, in a lectern, in millwork, or in an AV equipment rack.

• Highly reliable, energy-efficient external universal power supply (optional).

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Introduction 2

Applications Diagrams

Breakout Table #1

Breakout Table #2 Breakout Table #8

Digital Matrix Processor

Microphones

Audio

AT (PoE)

POWER

MIC / LINE INS

OUTPUTS

12V

-­A MAX

R

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

Figure 1. AXI 22 AT Application Diagram

Lectern

Microphones

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

Audio

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

Extron Extron

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Ethernet

MPA 152 Plus

Microphones

Audio

AT (PoE)

POWER

MIC / LINE INS MIC / LINE INS

12V

-­A MAX

R

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

Ethernet

Dante

Ethernet

Ethernet

Laptop

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

Extron Extron

Audio

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

MPA 152 Plus

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Ethernet

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12

ACTIVITY

CLIP

EXP LANUSB

CONFIG

Extron
DMP 128 Plus C AT

CLIP

SIGNAL

SIGNAL

Digital Matrix Processor

INPUTS OUTPUTS

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12

ACTIVITY

CLIP

EXP LANUSB

CONFIG

Extron
DMP 128 Plus C AT

CLIP

SIGNAL

SIGNAL

Extron
SF 3CT LP

Speaker

Microphones

Audio

AT (PoE)

POWER

MIC / LINE INS OUTPUTS

12V

-­A MAX

R

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

DMP 128 Plus

DIGITAL MATRIX PROCESSOR

DMP 128 Plus

DIGITAL MATRIX PROCESSOR

MODEL 80

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

Audio

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

Extron Extron

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

MPA 152 Plus

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Extron

CATx Cable
up to 230'
(70 m)

DTP HDMI
4K 230 Rx

Receiver

Blu-ray Player

Wireless

Audio

Mic Receiver

MP3
Player

POWER
12V

--

A MAX

MIC / LINE INPUTS

OUTPUTS

Audio

AT (PoE)

R

HDMI

SIG LINK

INPUTS OVER DTP

POWER

AUDIO

12V

0.7A MAX

DTP OUT

Extron
DTP HDMI
4K 230 Tx

Transmitter

IR

RS-232

TxRx Tx RxG

Extron
AXI 44 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with Dante

EthernetEthernet

Dante

Figure 2. AXI 44 AT Application Diagram

Audio

FLAT PANEL

AUDIO

LR

HDMI

Display

100-240V ~ --A MAX

50-60 Hz

HDMI

OUT

HDMI HDMI3

21CONFIGURABLE

HDMI

LR

IN

L

R

12

HDMI4

AUDIOOUTPUT

INPUT REMOTE

Audio

3214+V

TALLY OUT

RS-232

CONTACT IN

1234G

TxRx G

100-240V 0.5A, 50-60Hz

Extron
IN1604 HD

Four Input
Scaler

XPA 2001-70V

ATTENUATION HPF

10

12

8
6

14

80 Hz

LIMITER/PROTECT

18

4
2

26

OFF

SIGNAL

0

∞

70 V OUTPUT

REMOTE

INPUTS

50mA

10V

L (SUMMED)

R

G

STANDBY

GCV

CLASS 2 WIRING

SIG LINK

OUTPUTS

POWER
12V

0.7A MAX

DTP IN

Extron

100-240V 0.7A MAX

I/O

GIN1O1O2 GIN2O1O2 GIN3O1O2 GIN4O1O2 GIN5O1O2 GIN6O1O2 GIN7O1O2 GIN8O1O2

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8

INPUTS

50 - 60 Hz

XPA 2001-70V

Amplier

910

3

4

12

DMP 128 Plus C AT

78

56

11 12

OUTPUTS

DMP EXP

Audio

AT

1(SEC) (PRI)234

USB AUDIO

RS-232

ACP

REMOTE

+S+V -S G

RxTx G

RESET

LAN

Extron
DMP 128 Plus C AT

Digital Matrix
Processor

Extron
ACP 100

Audio Control
Panel

ACP

MIC

VOLUME

SOURCE

#1

PROGRAM

SOURCE

#2

SOURCE

#3

MUTE

Extron

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Introduction 3

Installation and
Operation

This section describes the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT rear panel connections and front panel
controls. The following topics are covered:

• Mounting

• Rear Panel Connections

• Front Panel Controls

• Reset Modes

Mounting

The 1U high, quarter rack width, 6 inch deep AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT devices mount in the
following manners:

• Rack mounting — Attach the device to a standard 19 inch rack shelf. The following

Underwriters Laboratories (UL) guidelines pertain to the installation of the AXI 22 AT and
AXI 44 AT devices in a rack:

• Reduced air flow — Install the equipment in the rack so that the amount of air

flow required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised.

• Mechanical loading — Mount the equipment in the racks so that uneven

mechanical loading does not create a hazardous condition.

• Circuit overloading — When connecting the equipment to the supply circuit,

consider the effect that circuit overloading might have on overcurrent protection
and supply wiring. Consider equipment nameplate ratings when addressing this
concern.

• Reliable earthing (grounding) — Maintain reliable grounding of rack-mounted

equipment. Pay particular attention to power supply connections other than direct
connections to the branch circuit (such as the use of power strips).

• Under-furniture mounting — Mount the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT under the surface of

a desk, table, or podium.

• Free-standing — Attach the four rubber feet provided with the device to the bottom of

the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT in the four corners and place the unit on furniture as desired.

NOTE: To mount the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT using an Extron mounting kit, see the

instructions provided with the kit.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 4

Rear Panel Connections

all devices.

1 21 2

POWER

12V

0.5A MAX

MIC / LINE INS OUTPUTS

1 2

1 2

AT (PoE)

A B C D E

12 VDC Power Inlet

A

Mic/Line Inputs

B

Line Outputs

C

POWER

12V

R

0.6A MAX

3 4

MIC / LINE INPUTS

OUTPUTS

3 4

A B C D E

AT (PoE) Port

D

Reset Button

E

AT (PoE)

Figure 3. AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT Rear Panel Connections

12 VDC Power Inlet — As an alternative to PoE, the AXI devices can be powered with

A

an optional 12 VDC power supply. Connect the power supply to the rear panel power
inlet with a captive screw connector. Plug the power cord into the IEC connector on
the power supply (see figure 4). The power LED on the front panel blinks as the unit is
powering on and lights steadily when the unit is ready for use.

WARNING: The two power cord wires must be kept separate while the power supply

is plugged in. Remove power before wiring.

AVERTISSEMENT : Les deux cordons d’alimentation doivent être tenus à l’écart

l’un de l’autre quand l’alimentation est branchée. Couper l’alimentation avant de faire
l’installation électrique.

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ATTENTION:

• Do not connect any external power supplies until you have read the Attention

notifications on the next page.

• Ne branchez pas de sources d’alimentation externes avant d’avoir lu les mises

en garde de la page suivante.

Rear Panel
Power Receptacle

DC Power Cord
Captive Screw
Connector

Ridged

– Return

+12 VDC input

Smooth

1A MAX

100-240V 50-60Hz

Power Supply

12 VDC, 1 A max.

Ground

External

Figure 4. Rear Panel 12 VDC Power Connector

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 5

ATTENTION:

• Always use a power supply provided by or specified by Extron. Use of an

unauthorized power supply voids all regulatory compliance certification and may
cause damage to the supply and the end product.

• Utilisez toujours une source d’alimentation fournie ou recommandée par Extron.

L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation non autorisée annule toute conformité
réglementaire et peut endommager la source d’alimentation ainsi que le produit
final.

• This product is intended for use with a UL Listed power source marked “Class 2” or

“LPS” and rated 12VDC, minimum 1.0 A. or 48 VDC (PoE), minimum 0.35 A.

• Ce produit est destiné à une utilisation avec une source d’alimentation listéeUL

avec l’appellation «Classe2» ou «LPS» et normée 12Vcc, 1,0A minimum ou
48Vcc (PoE), 0,35A minimum.

• Extron power supplies are certified to UL/CSA 60950-1 and are classified as LPS

(Limited Power Source). Use of a non-LPS or unlisted power supply will void all
regulatory compliance certification.

• Les sources d’alimentation Extron sont qualifiées UL/CSA60950-1 et sont

classéesLPS(LimitedPowerSource). L’utilisation d’une source d’alimentation
non-listée ou non-listéeLPS annulera toute certification de conformité
réglementaire.

• Unless otherwise stated, the AC/DC adapters are not suitable for use in air handling

spaces or in wall cavities. The power supply is to be located within the same vicinity
as the Extron AV processing equipment in an ordinary location, Pollution Degree 2,
secured to the equipment rack within the dedicated closet, podium, or desk.

• Sauf mention contraire, les adaptateurs AC/DC ne sont pas appropriés pour une

utilisation dans les espaces d’aération ou dans les cavités murales. La source
d’alimentation doit être située à proximité de l’équipement de traitement audiovisuel
dans un endroit ordinaire, avec un degré2 de pollution, fixé à un équipement de
rack à l’intérieur d’un placard, d’une estrade, ou d’un bureau.

• The installation must always be in accordance with the applicable provisions of

National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA 70, article 725 and the Canadian Electrical
Code part 1, section 16.

• Cette installation doit toujours être en accord avec les mesures qui s’applique

au National Electrical Code ANSI/NFPA70, article725, et au Canadian Electrical
Code, partie1, section16.

• The power supply shall not be permanently fixed to building structure or similar

structure.

• La source d’alimentation ne devra pas être fixée de façon permanente à une

structure de bâtiment ou à une structure similaire.

• The length of the exposed wires in the stripping process is critical. The ideal length

is 3/16 inches (5 mm). If the wires are any longer, the exposed wires may touch,
causing a short circuit between them. If they are any shorter, the wires can be easily
pulled out even if tightly fastened by the captive screws.

• La longueur des câbles exposés est primordiale lorsque l’on entreprend de les

dénuder. La longueur idéale est de 5mm (3/16inches). S’ils sont un peu plus
longs, les câbles exposés pourraient se toucher et provoquer un court circuit. S’ils
sont un peu plus courts, ils pourraient sortir, même s’ils sont attachés par les vis
captives.

NOTE: Do not tin the wires. Tinned wire does not hold its shape and can become loose

over time.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 6

Mic/Line Inputs — Connect two mono balanced or unbalanced microphone or line

"

3

3-pole Audio INPUT Wiring

Sleev

Slee

Slee

Tip

6-pole Audio INPUT Wiring

Slee

Slee

6-pole Audio OUTPUT Wiring

t

3-pole Audio OUTPUT Wiring

Tip

Tip

Sleev

B

level sources (AXI 22 AT) or four mono balanced or unbalanced microphone or line level
sources (AXI 44 AT) using 6-pole 3.5mm captive screw input connectors (see 3-pole
Audio Input Wiring in figure 5). Phantom power is available on all inputs.

Instead of two or four mono sources, one balanced or unbalanced stereo signal
(AXI22AT) or two balanced or unbalanced stereo sources (AXI 44 AT) can be
connected using 6-pole captive screw connectors (see 6-pole Audio Input Wiring in
figure 5).

Tip

Ring

e

Balanced Input

(5 mm) MAX. (typ)

16

Tip

Sleeve

Jumper

Unbalanced Input

Tip

Ring

ve

Tip

Ring

ve

Balanced Input Unbalanced Input

Sleeve

Jumper

Tip

Sleeve

Jumper

Figure 5. 3-pole and 6-pole Audio Input Wiring

Line Outputs — Connect two mono balanced or unbalanced line level devices

C

(AXI22AT) or four mono balanced or unbalanced line level devices (AXI 44 AT) using
6-pole 3.5mm captive screw connectors (see 3-pole Audio Output Wiring in figure 6).

Instead of two or four mono line level devices, one stereo device (AXI 22 AT) or two
stereo devices (AXI 44 AT) can be connected using 6-pole captive screw connectors
(see 6-pole Audio Output Wiring in figure 6).

Tip

Ring

ve

Tip

Ring

ve

Balanced Output Unbalanced Outpu

Tip

NO Ground Here

Sleeve

Tip

NO Ground Here

Sleeve

Ring

e

Balanced Output

NO Ground Here

Sleeve

Unbalanced Output

Figure 6. 6-pole and 3-pole Audio Output Wiring

AT (PoE) Port — Connect an Ethernet cable to this RJ-45 port to connect the

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AXI22AT or AXI 44 AT to a Dante network. This connector supports digital audio
transport (AT), communication with the Dante network, and power over Ethernet (PoE).

ATTENTION:

• Power over Ethernet (PoE) is intended for indoor use only. It is to be connected

only to networks or circuits that are not routed to the outside plant or building.

• L’alimentation via Ethernet (PoE) est destinée à une utilisation en intérieur

uniquement. Elle doit être connectée seulement à des réseaux ou des circuits
qui ne sont pas routés au réseau ou au bâtiment extérieur.

Reset Button — Using a stylus or small screwdriver, press and release this button

E

to reset the unit to factory defaults, including Dante settings such as device name, IP
address, channel names, and audio format (see Reset Modes on page9).

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 7

Front Panel Controls

E

CONTROL

GAIN LEVEL

1

2

C D

+42
+36
+30
+24

GAIN

+18
+12

+6

0

Power LED Indicator

A

USB Config Port

B

Input Selector Button

C

Input Indicator LEDs

D

Input Level and Gain LED Stack

E

INPUT

CONFIG

A

B

F G

H I

+ 48V

1

ON

ON

2

OFF

OFF

AXI 22 AT

INPUTS

1

CLIP

-

-

SIG

CLIP -

-

SIG

OUTPUTS

E

CONTROL

2

CONFIG

I

A

F
G
H
I

INPUT

B

Gain Rotary Encoder

Phantom Power Switch

Phantom Power Indicator LEDs

Input and Output Signal and Clip LEDs

1

2

3

4

C D

GAIN LEVEL

+42
+36
+30
+24
+18
+12

+6

0

GAIN

F G

+ 48V

1

2

ON

ON

3

4

OFF

OFF

H I

CLIP

-

-

SIG

CLIP -

-

SIG

AXI 44 AT

INPUTS

1

3

2

OUTPUTS

I

4

Figure 7. AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT Front Panel Controls

Power LED Indicator — This green LED blinks while the unit is powering on and lights

A

steadily when the unit is ready for use.

USB Config Port — Connect a computer to this USB Mini-B port for device

B

configuration.

Input Selector Button — Press this button to cycle through the device inputs. Select

C

an input to adjust gain, set phantom power, and read input levels for that input.

Input Indicator LEDs — These LEDs light to indicate which input is currently selected.

D

Gain and phantom power adjustments are only applied to the currently selected input.

Input Level and Gain LED Stack — The LED stack displays the input signal level of

E

the selected input, from no signal to -60 dBFS (first LED lit) up to 0 dBFS (all LEDs lit).
When the gain rotary encoder is rotated, the LED stack changes to display the input
gain level of the selected input. Input gain level continues to display for 2 seconds after
adjustment of the rotary encoder ceases. After this 2 second period, the LED stack
displays the input signal level.

The dB scale to the left of the LEDs indicates input gain level from 0 dB to +42dB.
Each LED represents 6 dB of gain, while gain adjustments are made in 3 dB steps.
The LED will blink to indicate a 3 dB change in level, and light solid to indicate a 6 dB
change.

Gain Rotary Encoder — The rotary encoder adjusts the input gain for the currently

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selected input, from 0 dB to +42 dB in 3 dB steps. Use a small flat head screwdriver,
such as the provided Extron Tweeker, to turn the encoder clockwise to raise the gain
and counter-clockwise to lower the gain.

Phantom Power Switch — This momentary switch turns +48 V phantom power on

G

or off for the currently selected input. Use a small flat head screwdriver, such as the
provided Extron Tweeker to adjust the phantom power switch. Push the switch up
to turn phantom power on and down to turn it off. The switch is neutral in the middle
position (default).

Phantom Power Indicator LEDs —These green LEDs light steadily to indicate which

H

channels have phantom power applied.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 8

Reset Modes

Reset Mode 1

Reset Mode 2

Input and Output Signal and Clip LEDs — The green signal LEDs light steadily

I

when signal is present and increase in intensity from -60dBFS (lowest intensity, signal
presence indication) to -1 dBFS (full brightness). The red clip LEDs light steadily at

-1dBFS to indicate clipping and stay lit for one second beyond receiving the clip
message.

Pressing the rear panel reset button (see figure 3, E on page5) with a stylus or Extron
Tweeker will reset only the Dante module in the AXI, leaving the gain and phantom power
settings unaffected. There are two reset modes that can be activated via the rear panel reset
button.

Press the rear panel reset button and quickly release it to cause a hardware reset of the
Dante module while preserving all of its settings such as IP configuration, routing, device
name, channel names, and sampling rate.

To cause an absolute system reset of the Dante module back to factory default conditions,
press and hold the rear panel reset button for 10 seconds until the AT (PoE) port LEDs flash.
Following this reset, the Dante module will proceed to its normal boot sequence. This reset
will:

• Set the IP configuration to default settings

• Clear all audio channel routing

• Set the Dante device name and channel names to default

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Installation and Operation 9

DSP Configurator
Software

In addition to front panel hardware controls, the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT can be configured
with a PC running Microsoft® Windows® 7 or newer and Extron DSP Configurator Software.
This section describes Extron DSP Configurator Software and covers the following topics:

• Downloading and Installing DSP Configurator

Software

• Accessing the DSP Configurator Help File • Mic/Line Inputs

• DSP Configurator Software Workspace • Analog Outputs

Downloading and Installing DSP Configurator Software

1. From www.extron.com, click the Download tab (see figure 8, 1).

2. On the left sidebar, click the DSP Configurator Software link (2).

• Menu Bar

1

2

Figure 8. DSP Configurator Software Link on Download Page

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 10

3. On the DSP Configurator Software page, click Download (see figure 9, 3).

3

Figure 9. DSP Configurator Software Download Page

4. From the Download Center page, DSP Configurator Software should begin

downloading automatically. If it does not, select click here (see figure 10, 4).

NOTE: An Extron Insider account is required to download DSP Configurator

Software and other software available from the Extron website. Login or account
creation may be required before the Download Center page appears.

5. Select Run (5) to run the DSP Configurator Software installer or select Save to save the

install file to run at a later time.

4

5

Figure 10. DSP Configurator Software Download Center

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 11

Accessing the DSP Configurator Help File

DSP Configurator Software comes loaded with a context-sensitive help file that can
be accessed by clicking the help icon ( ) in the top right corner of any dialog box in
DSPConfigurator. Alternatively, click Help > Contents in the menu bar at the top of
the main workspace, or press <F1> on your keyboard. This help file contains detailed
procedures and further instruction on using all DSP Configurator Software features.

DSP Configurator Software Workspace

The DSP Configurator Software workspace for the AXI 22 AT and AXI44 AT contains
a menu bar for accessing configuration tools and the main audio workspace for audio
configuration (see figure 11).

Figure 11. DSP Configurator Software Workspace

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 12

Menu Bar

File

New — Opens a new configuration file. If the current

1

configuration has not been saved, the Save dialog
box opens and asks to save the current configuration
before the new configuration is opened. Click Yes
to save the current configuration before opening the
new one. Click No to delete the current configuration
before opening the new one. Click Cancel to return
to the current configuration.

Open — Opens an existing configuration or template

2

file. When selected, the Browse dialog box opens
to search for saved configuration or template files.
Double-click a configuration or template file to load it.

NOTE: Configuration files have a .EDC file extension and template files have a

.EDCT file extension.

Save — Saves the current configuration to a configuration file. If this is the first time the

3

configuration has been saved, the Save Configuration As... dialog box opens.
Enter a name and choose a save location for the configuration file.

Save As — Saves the current configuration file under a new name and location or as a

4

template file. When selected, the Save Configuration As... dialog box opens.

Export Single Device — Saves the currently selected device configuration in

5

Device Manager as a configuration file. This can be used to save an individual device
configuration when there are multiple devices in Device Manager (see the Device

Manager topic of the DSP Configurator Help file).

Recent Files — Lists the five most recently opened configuration files. These files can

6

be selected and loaded into DSP Configurator Software.

Exit — Closes DSP Configurator Software. If the current configuration has not

7

been saved, the Save dialog box opens and prompts the user to save the current
configuration before closing the software. Click Yes to save the file. Click No to exit the
application without saving. Click Cancel to return to the main workspace and keep the
software running.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

Edit

Cut — Removes the configuration of selected elements

1

in the workspace to be pasted to other elements.
Configuration data is not removed from the elements until it
is pasted to other elements.

Copy — Copies the configuration of selected elements in

2

the workspace to be pasted to other elements.

Paste — Applies the cut or copied configuration of elements to the selected elements

3

in the workspace.

1

2

3

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 13

View

Meter Bridge — Opens a meter bridge to view

1

input and output activity. The meter bridge is
a floating window, allowing the user to use the
DSPConfigurator Software workspace while
simultaneously monitoring input and output activity.

NOTE: The meter bridge is only available in Live mode.

Re-enable All Dialogs — This option re-enables all dialog boxes that no longer appear

2

based on user selection (certain dialog boxes that appear are user-defeatable by
selecting a checkbox that reads Do Not Show This Dialog Again).

1

2

Tools

Presets — Contains a submenu to mark and clear elements in the main workspace as

1

well as an option to save marked elements to a preset (see Presets on the next page).

Connect to/Disconnect from Device — When in Emulate mode, this option

2

reads Connect to Device and opens the Connect to Device... dialog box
(see Connecting Live to a Device on
page16). When in Live mode, this reads

Disconnect from Device and returns the

software to Emulate mode.

Device Manager — Opens the Device

3

Manager dialog box. Click the help icon

( ) in the top right corner of the dialog box
to view the Device Manager topic for more
information on using the Device Manager.

Issue RESET Command — Clears all gain

4

settings, attenuation settings, and presets
for the AXI. This command does not reset
general settings such as device name or
Dante network configuration.

Firmware Loader — Opens the Firmware Loader application if it is installed (see

5

the Firmware Loader Help file for help updating firmware). Visit www.extron.com to
download Firmware Loader.

Device Settings — Opens the Device Settings dialog box to edit the device name

6

and view the network configuration. Click the help icon( ) in the top right corner of the
dialog box to view the Device Settings topic for more information.

Options — Opens the Options dialog box to configure DSP Configurator Software

7

appearance and default settings. Click the help icon( ) in the top right corner of the
dialog box to view the Options topic for more information.

Network Audio Control — Opens Dante Controller by Audinate for routing audio

8

over a Dante network (see Dante Controller on page20). Dante Controller must be
installed in order for the application to be opened. Visit www.extron.com to download
Dante Controller.

1

2

3

4

5

6

7

8

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 14

Window

Help

Cascade — Organizes windows by

1

cascading them in the same order they were
opened.

Close All Windows — Closes all open

2

windows, leaving only the main workspace
visible. When windows are closed, changes
to any of the parameters in the open
windows are saved before the windows are
closed.

List of Open Windows — Below the dividing line in the menu is a list of all open

3

windows. Select a window from the list to bring it into focus and to the forefront of the
workspace. Windows appear in the order they were opened.

Contents — Opens the DSP Configurator Help file where

1

detailed information about DSP Configurator Software can
be found.

Search — Opens the DSP Configurator Help file with the

2

Search field in focus.

About — Opens a window displaying software version

3

number, copyright information, and part number for the installed copy of DSP
Configurator. Click the Details button for a list of advanced details, such as build
number.

1

2

3

1

2

3

Presets

The Presets drop-down menu at the top of the main workspace allows the user to view
and recall presets saved in the current configuration file or on a device connected in Live
mode. Presets with an asterisk next to them are on the AXI but are not in the current
configuration file. Recall a preset to load it into the configuration file so it can be saved.

Figure 12. Presets Drop-Down Menu

After selecting a preset from the list, choose one of the following actions from the
DSPConfigurator status panel (see figure 13):

• Recall — Recalls and applies the selected preset configuration. Elements affected by

the preset recall are highlighted in green.

• Cancel — Cancels the preset recall and returns to the main workspace with the current

configuration intact.

• Delete — Deletes the selected preset from the configuration.

Figure 13. Preset and Action Selection

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 15

Live and Emulate Panel

The Live and Emulate buttons allow users to switch between Live and Emulate modes in
DSP Configurator Software.

Figure 14. Live and Emulate Panel

Emulate Mode

When DSP Configurator is launched, it opens in Emulate mode. While in Emulate mode,
DSP Configurator is functioning in an “offline” state. Changes made to the configuration file
are not applied to a device. Creating configuration files in Emulate mode saves time by not
requiring a device to be connected or present in order for the bulk of configuration to be
completed.

In Emulate mode, the user can create configuration files and presets as though a device
was connected, except for any actions that require a direct connection to the device or
information that is stored only on the device. Once the offline configuration is complete, the
user can either switch to Live mode and push the configuration to the device, or save the
configuration file to be loaded onto one or multiple devices at a later time.

NOTE: Not all menu options or actions are available in Emulate mode.

Live Mode

Connect to a device in Live mode to push or pull configurations between the device
and the host PC. In Live mode, changes made in DSP Configurator are directly applied
to the connected device. Upon leaving Live mode, the user is asked to confirm that
DSPConfigurator should disconnect from the device.

Connecting Live to a Device

1. Click the Live button in the menu bar of DSP Configurator (see figure 15, 1).

Alternatively, select Tools>Connect to Device or press <F6> on the keyboard. The

Connect to device dialog box opens.

1

Figure 15. Live Button

2. Connect to the AXI using one of the following connection types:

a. Dante — Click the Dante tab in the dialog box. Select the device from the

Dante Devices list. If the device has not been named, the default name consists

of the device model and the last 6 characters of the device MAC address (for
example, AXI44-0a690b).

NOTE: The Dante device and control computer must be on the same network.

b. USB — Click the USB tab in the dialog box. Select the device from the

USB Devices drop-down menu.

NOTE: The control computer must be connected to the front panel USB Config

port.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 16

3. When a connection with the device is established, the Synchronize with Device

dialog box opens. From the dialog box, one of two options can be selected:

Figure 16. Synchronize with Device Dialog Box

a. Pull — Pulls DSP configuration and preset name data from the device and displays

it in the DSP Configurator workspace. Pulling a configuration overwrites the current
configuration open in DSPConfigurator.

b. Push — Pushes the DSP configuration and preset data from the host PC to the

connected device. Pushing a configuration file overwrites any configuration and
presets currently on the device.

Click the Advanced... button to open the Advanced Push Options dialog box.
From this dialog box there are two options to choose from.

1. Default — Pushes the entire configuration file including preset data.

2. Custom — Allows the user to push the configuration only, all presets only, or

selected presets only.

NOTE: If only pushing selected presets, the preset selection dialog box

appears after clicking OK in the Advanced Push Options dialog box.

4. Click OK. When the push or pull is completed, Current State is displayed in the

DSPConfigurator status panel and the device is ready for further configuration.

Disconnecting from a Device

1. Click the Emulate button in the DSP Configurator Software menu bar (see figure 17,

). Alternatively, select Tools>Disconnect from Device or press <F6> on the

1

keyboard.

1

Figure 17. Emulate Button

2. Click OK to confirm (see figure 18, 2).

2

Figure 18. Confirm Disconnect Dialog Box

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 17

Mic/Line Inputs

Renaming Input Channels

Mic/Line Gain Dialog Box

The AXI 22 AT has two mic/line inputs and the AXI 44 AT has four mic/line inputs. The AXI
mic/line inputs transmit signal to the Dante network and appear on the Dante network as
Transmitter channels.

Mic/line input names are read from the Dante transmitter channel labels cannot be changed
in DSPConfigurator. To change an input channel name, rename the Transmitter label in
Dante Controller (see Renaming a Transmitter on page26).

NOTE: If Dante transmitter channels are renamed in Dante Controller, DSP Configurator

continues to display the default names.

TIP: It is essential that Dante Transmitter channels be named before audio

subscriptions are established. Existing subscriptions are removed when transmitter
channels are renamed.

Double-click the input gain block ( ) to open the Mic/Line Gain dialog box to configure
input settings.

Input Name — This name remains as the default channel

1

name even if the channel is renamed in Dante Controller.

dBFS Meter — This meter displays the input signal level in

2

dBFS ranging from -60 dBFS to 0 dBFS. Once the signal
reaches or exceeds -1 dBFS (default) or the clip threshold
defined in the Options dialog box, the clip box located at the
top of the meter lights red. A numerical readout of the input
level is located below the meter.

Gain Fader — Click and drag the fader to provide up to

3

42dB of gain in 3 dB steps. Click the fader once and press
the <Up Arrow> or <Down Arrow> keys to adjust the fader
in 3 dB steps. Press <Page Up> or <Page Down> on the
keyboard to adjust the fader in 9 dB steps.

Input Gain Text Box — Allows the user to enter a gain value

4

in 3 dB steps.

Mute Button — Mutes the signal at the input stage. When the

5

button is red, mute is engaged.

Phantom Power Checkbox — Applies 48 V phantom power

6

to the selected input for use with condenser microphones.

OK Button — Confirms changes made to the contained parameters and closes the

7

Mic/Line Gain dialog box.

Cancel Button — Reverts any changes made to the contained parameters back to

8

their states when the current instance of the Mic/Line Gain dialog box was opened
and closes the dialog box.

Mic/Line Gain Help Button — Opens the Mic/Line Input Gain topic of the

9

DSPConfigurator Help file for further assistance in configuring input gain.

1

3

4

5

6

7 8

9

2

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 18

Analog Outputs

1

3

2

4

5

6 7

8

Renaming Output Channels

Output Attenuation Dialog Box

The AXI 22 AT has two analog outputs and the AXI 44 AT has four analog outputs. The AXI
analog outputs receive signal from the Dante network and appear on the Dante network as
Receiver channels.

Analog output names are read from the AXI Dante interface Receiver channel names but
can be changed from the DSP Configurator workspace. Analog output channel name
changes made in DSP Configurator are reflected in Dante Controller. Analog output name
changes made in Dante Controller are also reflected in DSP Configurator.

To rename an analog output channel:

1. Click the output name, the box becomes a text field with a flashing cursor.

2. Highlight or delete the text and enter the desired name.

3. Press <Enter> on the keyboard or navigate away from the text field to apply the new

name. Press the <Down Arrow> key to navigate to and highlight the next name field.

Figure 19. Renaming an Output Channel

Double-click the output attenuation block ( ) to open the Attenuation dialog box to
configure output attenuation settings.

Output Name — This name matches the default or user

1

defined Dante Receiver channel name.

dBFS Meter — This meter displays the output signal level

2

in dBFS ranging from -60dBFS to 0 dBFS. Once the signal
reaches or exceeds -1 dBFS (default) or the clip threshold
defined in the Options dialog box, the clip box located at the
top of the meter lights red. A numerical readout of the output
level is located below the meter.

Output Attenuation Fader — Click and drag the fader to

3

adjust the attenuation level in 1dB steps. Click the fader
once and press the <Up Arrow> or <Down Arrow> keys to
adjust the attenuation in 1 dB steps. Use the <Page Up> or

<Page Down> keys to adjust attenuation in 10dB steps.

Output Attenuation Text Box — Allows the user to enter an

4

attenuation value in 1 dB steps. The value must be a negative
number.

Mute Button — Mutes the signal at the output stage. When

5

the button is red, mute is engaged.

OK Button — Confirms changes made to the contained parameters and closes the

6

Attenuation dialog box.

Cancel Button — Reverts any changes made to the contained parameters back to

7

their states when the current instance of the Attenuation dialog box was opened and
closes the dialog box.

Attenuation Help Button — Opens the Output Attenuation topic of the DSP

8

Configurator Help file for further assistance in configuring output attenuation.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • DSP Configurator Software 19

Dante Controller

This section discusses Dante Controller, the software used to configure a Dante network
and route audio between Dante-enabled devices on the same network. The following topics
are discussed:

• Downloading and Installing Dante Controller

• Configuring the AXI in Dante Controller

• Physical Dante Network Setup

• Dante Controller Operation

Downloading and Installing Dante Controller

Dante Controller from Audinate is required to select and route digital inputs and outputs to
connected Dante-enabled devices and for limited configuration of the device. Install Dante
Controller on a PC running Microsoft® Windows® 7 or newer. For full details about computer
requirements, see the Dante Controller product page on the Extron website. Dante
Controller is available at www.extron.com.

To download Dante Controller:

1. From www.extron.com, click the Download tab (see figure 20, 1).

2. On the left sidebar, click the Dante Controller link (2). The Dante Controller

page opens (see figure 21 on the next page).

Figure 20. Accessing the Dante Controller Download Page

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 20

3. On the Dante Controller page, click Download (see figure 21, 1). The Download

Center page opens (see figure 22 at the bottom of the page).

Figure 21. Dante Controller Page

4. On the Download Center page, click the Download dantecontroller.exe button

and follow the prompts to download or run the Dante Controller installer file. If you
choose to save the file for later installation, note the location.

Figure 22. Download Center, Dante Controller File

5. If you choose to run the file, follow all prompts. If you saved the file, double-click the

saved file to begin installation when ready.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 21

Configuring the AXI in Dante Controller

Use a standard Ethernet cable to connect the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT to a network via the
rear panel AT (PoE) port (see D in figure 3 on page5) and power the device. Launch
the Dante Controller program.

Dante Controller auto-discovers all Dante devices on the network and advertises itself to
allow communication over the network.

Device Name

In Dante Controller, a device can be renamed to identify the device on the audio network
(see Renaming the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT in Dante Controller on the next page). The
default device name consists of the model name, followed by the last six characters of the
Dante device MAC address (for example, AXI44-0a690b).

Multiple devices on the same Dante network can present difficulty in identifying individual
devices. To avoid confusion and difficulty, ensure the following steps are taken:

• Connect devices to the Dante network one at a time.

• Rename each device before making audio subscriptions in Dante Controller.

• Rename each device with a unique and meaningful identifier.

• Rename each device before the next device is connected to the Dante network.

TIP: It is essential that Dante devices are named immediately after they are connected

to the Dante network and before audio subscriptions with other devices are
established. Existing subscriptions are removed when a device is renamed.

Receiver and Transmitter Names

In addition to renaming a device, individual Transmitter and Receiver channels can be
renamed in Dante Controller. Rename Transmitter and Receiver channels to reflect the
location of the device or the purpose of the Transmitter or Receiver.

Dante Controller Naming Conventions

• Device names follow Domain Name System (DNS) hostname rules. Legal characters are

A-Z, a-z, 0-9, and hyphen (-). Names must begin with a letter and cannot end with a

hyphen (-).

• Dante Tx and Rx channel names (also known as labels) can be up to 31 characters

in length. Label names are not case sensitive. For example, “ANALOG OUT-1” and
“analog out-1” are recognized as the same name. Unicode and non-roman
characters are not supported.

• Tx and Rx channel labels can use any character except equals (=), period (.), or @.

• Tx and Rx channel labels must be unique on a device but do not need to be unique on

the network.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 22

Renaming the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT in Dante Controller

TIP: It is essential that Dante devices are named before audio subscriptions with

other devices are established. Existing subscriptions are removed when a device is
renamed.

NOTE: Dante device naming can also be done via DSP Configurator (see 6 under

Tools on page14).

1. Ensure that the host PC and the AXIare connected to the same network.

2. From the control computer start menu select:

All Programs>Audinate > Dante Controlle r > Dante Controller.

3. The Dante Controller - Network View screen opens. All Dante devices on the

network are discovered and listed.

4. From the Device menu, select Device View or press <Ctrl+D> on the keyboard (see

figure 23).

Figure 23. Opening Device View

5. The Dante Controller - Device View dialog opens. Select the device being

configured from the (Select a Dante Device...) drop-down (see figure 24, 1).

Figure 24. Device View and Select a Dante Device Drop-Down

NOTE: If there are multiple AXIdevices connected to the network that have not been

renamed, obtain the Dante device media access code (MAC) address of the desired
device from the white label on the rear panel of the device in order to identify it in Dante
Controller.

The Device View dialog populates with the selected AXIinformation.

Figure 25. Populated Device View Dialog Box

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 23

6. Click the Device Config tab (see figure 26, 1) to open the Device Config page.

7. In the Rename Device panel, enter the new name of the device in the text field. No

spaces are allowed in the name. Names should be significant identifiers. For example,
enter AXI44-ConfRm1 (2).

8. Click Apply (3). A confirmation prompt opens.

Figure 26. Device Config Dialog, Rename Device

9. Click Yes (4) to confirm the new name, then close the Device Configuration dialog

box. The new name is written to the AXI. Repeat as necessary for all devices.

NOTE: The device name assigned in Dante Controller also applies to the device

name recognized in DSP Configurator Software.

Figure 27. Rename Device Confirmation Dialog Box

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 24

Renaming a Receiver or Transmitter

In addition to renaming devices, individual Receiver and Transmitter channels can be
renamed in Dante Controller. To better organize the various Receivers and Transmitters, it
is recommended each Receiver and each Transmitter be named using a description of the
device they belong to, the location of the device, or the purpose of the channel.

TIP: It is essential that Dante Transmitter channels be named before audio

subscriptions are established. Existing subscriptions are removed when Transmitter
channels are renamed.

To view the Receiver or Transmitter channels in Dante Controller, click the + sign next to the
Receiver or Transmitter device name to expand it. The + sign becomes a - sign when the
device is expanded (see figure 28, 1).

Figure 28. Expanded Receivers and Transmitters

Renaming a Receiver

The default names shown in the Dante Receivers column are extracted from the
connected Dante device (see figure 28, 1 above). The AXI Receivers are labelled Analog

Out 1 through Analog Out 4 because the analog outputs receive signal from the Dante

network.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 25

To rename an AXI Receiver:

1. From the Device menu on the Network View screen, select Device View, or press

<Ctrl+D> on the keyboard. The Device View dialog box opens.

2. From the (Select a Dante Device...) drop-down menu, select the name of the

desired AXI device (see figure 29, 1)

3. On the Device View screen, select the Receive tab (2).

4. Click the name of the Receiver to be renamed. The name becomes a text field with a

cursor (3).

5. Enter the new name (up to 31 characters) using any combination of letters, numbers,

and special characters except for @, =, and . (period).

6. Press <Enter> on the keyboard or click another channel name to confirm the new

name.

7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 to rename additional Receiver channels.

8. When finished renaming Receivers, close the Device View dialog box.

Figure 29. Renaming a Receiver

Renaming a Transmitter

The default names shown in the Dante Transmitters column are extracted from the
connected Dante device (see figure 28, 2 on the previous page). The AXI Transmitters
are labeled Mic/Line In 1 through Mic/Line In 4 because the mic/line inputs transmit
signal onto the Dante network.

TIP: It is essential that Dante Transmitter channels be named before audio

subscriptions are established. Existing subscriptions are removed when Transmitter
channels are renamed.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 26

To rename an AXI Transmitter:

1. From the Device menu on the Network View screen, select Device View, or press

<Ctrl+D> on the keyboard. The Device View dialog box opens.

2. From the (Select a Dante Device...) drop-down menu, select the name of the

desired AXI device (see figure 30, 1)

3. On the Device View screen, select the Transmit tab (2).

4. Click the Channel Label field of the Transmitter to be renamed. The area becomes a

text field with a cursor (3).

5. Enter the new name (up to 31 characters) using any combination of letters, numbers,

and special characters except for @, =, and . (period).

6. Press <Enter> on the keyboard or click another label field to confirm the new name.

7. Repeat steps 4 through 6 to rename additional Transmitter channels.

8. When finished renaming Transmitters, close the Device View dialog box.

Figure 30. Renaming a Transmitter

Finding a Dante Device IP Address

To find the IP address of a Dante device, the name of the device is needed (see Renaming

the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT in Dante Controller on page23).

NOTE: If the AXI has not been renamed, its default name consists of the product name

followed by a hyphen, plus the last 6 characters of the Dante device MAC address (for
example, AXI44-0a690b).

1. Open Dante Controller.

2. On the Dante Controller-Network View screen, click the Device Info tab (see

figure 31, 1).

3. On the Device Info page, locate the name of the AXI device in the Device Name

column (2). The IP address is located in the Primary Address column (3). In the
example below, the IP address for the connected AXI 44 AT is 192.168.11.181.

Figure 31. Device Info Page

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 27

Identifying a Physical Dante Device

Breakout Table #1

Breakout Table #2 Breakout Table #8

Digital Matrix Processor

If an AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT has not been renamed (see Renaming the AXI 22 AT or AXI

44 AT in Dante Controller on page23) and the MAC address cannot be located to

identify the device within Dante Controller, it is possible to physically identify a device using
the software.

1. On the Dante Controller - Network View screen,

select Device>Device View from the toolbar. The Dante

Controller - Device View dialog box opens.

2. Select a device from the (Select a Dante Device...)

drop-down list. The Device View dialog box populates with information from the
selected AXI.

3. To identify the AXI, click the Eye icon (see the figure to the right) on the

DeviceView screen toolbar. The power LED on the front panel of the selected

device blinks red (see figure 7, 1 on page8).

Physical Dante Network Setup

A physical network is required to share Dante audio channels among Dante-enabled
devices like the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT. Other devices capable of sending and receiving
audio over a Dante network must be on the same physical network in order to communicate
via Dante (see figure 32 for an example of a physical Dante network).

Microphones

Audio

AT (PoE)

POWER

MIC / LINE INS

OUTPUTS

12V

-­A MAX

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

R

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

Audio

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

Extron Extron

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

Ethernet

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

MPA 152 Plus

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Microphones

Audio

POWER

MIC / LINE INS MIC / LINE INS

12V

-­A MAX

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

Dante

Figure 32. Physical Dante Network Diagram

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

AT (PoE)

R

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

Ethernet

Ethernet

Ethernet

CONFIG

Extron
DMP 128 Plus C AT

Digital Matrix Processor

CONFIG

Extron
DMP 128 Plus C AT

EXP LANUSB

EXP LANUSB

ACTIVITY

ACTIVITY

Audio

CLIP

SIGNAL

CLIP

SIGNAL

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 89 10 11 12

Extron Extron

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

MPA 152 Plus

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Ethernet

INPUTS OUTPUTS

INPUTS OUTPUTS

Microphones

Audio

POWER

MIC / LINE INS OUTPUTS

12V

-­A MAX

Extron
AXI 22 AT

Audio Expansion
Interface with
Dante

CLIP

SIGNAL

CLIP

SIGNAL

DMP 128 Plus

DIGITAL MATRIX PROCESSOR

DMP 128 Plus

DIGITAL MATRIX PROCESSOR

Extron
SM 3

Surface
Mount
Speakers

Extron Extron

Audio

AT (PoE)

R

BASSLEVEL TREBLE

STEREO

DUAL
MONO

MPA 152 Plus

MINI POWER AMPLIFIER

Extron
MPA 152 Plus

Stereo Amplier

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 28

Dante Controller Operation

Dante Controller is used for all network signal routing of transmitters and receivers for
Dante-enabled devices. The input and output channels of the AXI22AT and AXI 44 AT
are shown in Dante Controller as transmitters and receivers, and are available in Dante
Controller for routing with other Dante devices.

Dante Transmitters and Receivers

A Dante network is comprised of transmitters that output digital audio onto the Dante
network and receivers that receive digital audio input from the Dante network.

AXI Transmitters and Receivers

AXI mic/line inputs are Dante transmitters because the analog audio input is converted into
digital audio and transmitted onto the Dante network.

AXI analog outputs are Dante receivers because they receive digital audio from the Dante
network and output that signal as analog audio via the analog outputs.

Routing Device Channels

After the AXIis configured via the front panel controls or in DSP Configurator, the
channels must be routed to or from the other Dante devices on the audio network.
Channels transmitted to the network or received from the network are routed using the
DanteController Network View page and the Routing tab (see figure 33 on the next
page). The transmitters, listed horizontally along the top of the screen, and the receivers,
listed vertically down the left side, form a matrix whose intersections are the connection
points between the receivers and transmitters.

• To make the receiver-to-transmitter subscription (connection), click once on an

intersection. Once a subscription has been made, the corresponding subscription icon
will appear.

NOTE: AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT support up to two transmit flows (unicast or

multicast) and two receive flows (unicast or multicast). Refer to the Dante Controller
User Guide for more information on flows.

• To remove a subscription, click on the icon at the intersection.

One of the following icons appears at each subscription intersection, indicating the status of
both the transmitter and receiver channels and the subscription:

Icon Description

Indicates an active subscription.

Indicates a pending subscription.

Indicates a broken subscription.

Indicates the transmitting device has been removed from the network or is
switched off.

See the Dante Controller User Guide, available at the Audinate website, for additional
information.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 29

Creating Subscriptions Between Transmitters and Receivers

1. Ensure the host PC and AXIare connected to the same network.

2. From the start menu select:

All Programs > Audinate > Dante Controller > Dante Controller

The Dante Controller - Network View screen opens.

Dante Controller auto-discovers Dante devices on the network and advertises itself to
allow other Dante-enabled devices to communicate with it. Transmitters connect to
receivers using the connection matrix.

Figure 33. Routing Tab of Network View Screen

3. To show the transmitters of a Dante device, click the + box next to the desired device

in the Dante Transmitters panel, such as AXI44-ConfRm1 (see figure 33, 1 above).
The + converts to a – sign when the device expands.

4. To show the receivers of a Dante device, click the + box next to the desired device in

the Dante Receivers panel, such as DMP128Plus-MainRack (2).

5. Click the intersection of the desired transmitter and receiver (3).

Example: AXI44-ConfRm1 Mic/LineIn-1 is routed to the DMP128Plus-MainRack

Exp_IN-01.

A check mark at the intersection indicates the subscription is made. A check mark also
appears next to the receiver channel.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 30

Disconnecting Inputs from Outputs

To remove a subscription, click the intersection between the receiver and the transmitter
again.

NOTE: After making changes to Dante network routing such as connections

(subscriptions), device names, or channel labels, wait at least 5 seconds before
disconnecting or powering down the devices. This ensures that the new information
is properly saved to those devices. Device level configuration such as sample rates,
latency, and clock settings are saved instantly.

Dante Troubleshooting

The most common Dante troubleshooting issues occur when devices are not discovered by
the Dante Controller software, or routing is not successful. Both issues occur when software
is not able to properly discover devices operating on the Dante network.

Before moving into more difficult troubleshooting, shut down Dante Controller and reseat the
Ethernet cable connecting the host PC to the Dante network and restart Dante Controller.
This can be enough for the software to reacquire the Dante network.

If the problem persists, perform the following troubleshooting procedures in the order
presented.

Simplifying the Network for Troubleshooting

If further troubleshooting of Dante discovery is necessary, begin by simplifying the network:

1. Bypass network switches by connecting two Dante-compatible units, such as an

AXIand a DMP128 PlusAT, via their AT ports.

2. Connect the PC to an unused AT port with an Ethernet cable.

3. Use Dante Controller to check if the issue was resolved before moving on to network

interface troubleshooting.

4. If the issue is resolved, add connections and hardware one at a time, checking for

proper operation after each addition, until the point of failure is discovered (typically a
bad cable or invalid redundant configuration).

Troubleshooting the Network Interface

If the issue is still present, continue to diagnose the PC network connections as described
below. Check Dante Controller after each step to see if the problem is resolved.

1. Open the Configure Dante Interface dialog box by clicking the Choose a Dante

Interface icon (see figure 34,

1

).

Figure 34. Choose a Dante Interface Icon

Be certain the correct LAN connection is selected (the PC LAN port that is physically
connected to the Dante network) and note the IP address.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 31

Figure 35. Configure Dante Interfaces Dialog Box

2. If it is on, turn off the PC wireless adapter. Disable all connections except the LAN

port connected to the Dante network (verify this is the correct port by checking the IP
address shown in step 1).

3. Turn off all anti-virus and firewall software on the computer.

4. Enable DHCP on the remaining network connection. This forces the computer to

acquire an IP address from the Dante network.

Restarting Dante Controller

If subscriptions or normal operation cannot be restored, restart Dante Controller software
(see the Dante Controller Help file for the procedure). To access the Dante Controller Help
file, do any of the following:

• Click the Help icon in the upper-right corner of the Dante screen (see figure 36, 1).

• Select Contents from the Help menu (2) on the Dante screen.

• Press the <Shift+F1> keys on the computer keyboard.

Figure 36. Accessing the Dante Help File

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Dante Controller 32

Remote Control

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ASCII to HEX Conversion Ta ble

This section discusses the Simple Instruction Set (SIS™) commands that can be issued to
the AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT via the front panel USB Config port. The following topics are
discussed:

• SIS Commands

• Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

• DSP SIS Commands

• Command and Response Table for DSP SIS Commands

SIS Commands

Simple Instruction Set (SIS) commands are a set of commands developed by Extron that
consist of one or more characters per field and do not require any special characters to
begin or end a command sequence. When the AXI 22 AT or AXI 44 AT determine that a
command is valid, they execute the command and send a response to the host device. All
responses from the devices to the host end with a carriage return and a line feed, indicating
the end of a response string (one or more characters).

The AXI can be configured and controlled via SIS commands sent through the front panel
USB Config port (see figure 7, B page8). SIS commands are entered from a host PC
via the DataViewer software application which can be downloaded from

www.extron.com (see the DataViewer Help file to use this program).

Using the Command and Response Tables

When programming, certain characters are more conveniently represented by their
hexadecimal rather than ASCII values. The table below shows the hexadecimal equivalent of
each ASCII character:

Figure 37. ASCII to HEX Conversion Table

The Command and Response tables list valid ASCII commands, the AXI 22 AT or AXI44AT
responses to the host, and descriptions of the command functions with the results of
executing the commands.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Remote Control 33

Verbose Mode

Telnet connections are used to monitor changes that occur, such as commands from other
Telnet sockets or a serial port. For a Telnet session to receive change notices, the Telnet
session must be in verbose mode 1 or 3. In verbose mode 1 or 3, the Telnet socket reports
changes in messages that resemble SIS command responses.

NOTES:

• If tagged responses are enabled (verbose modes 2 and 3), all “query” and “view”

commands return the constant string and the value.
For example, a tagged response to a part number query (N) would return PnoX!].
An untagged response would only return X!].

• Set command responses are always tagged.

• All SIS responses in this guide are in verbose 2 and 3. Verbose modes 0 and 1

responses are untagged.

Symbol Definitions

]

}

•

|

E

W

= Carriage return (with line feed)

= Carriage return (no line feed)

= Space character

=

Pipe (can be used interchangeably with the }
character)

= Escape key

=

Can be used interchangeably with the E
character

NOTES:

• Only instances marked with a • character require a space. Any spaces between

characters in the command and response tables are only inserted for ease of
reading.

• Unless stated otherwise, SIS commands are not case sensitive.

Error Responses

When the device is unable to execute the command, it returns an error response to the
host. The error response codes and their descriptions are as follows:

E10 — Unrecognized command E17 — Invalid command for signal type

E11 — Invalid preset number E18 — System/command timed out

E12 — Invalid port number E22 — Busy

E13 — Invalid parameter E24 — Privilege violation

E14 — Not valid for this configuration E25 — Device not present

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Remote Control 34

Command and Response Table for SIS Commands

Command ASCII Command

(hostto unit)

General

Query part number

Query firmware version

Query firmware version
with patch

Query detailed firmware
version

Query embedded OS
type and version

Query firmware version
with build

Set Verbose Mode

View Verbose Mode

Reboot Dante device

Query current status

System reset
(factorydefault)

Network Commands

Set DHCP on

View DHCP status

Set Dante IP/subnet/
gateway

View IP/subnet/gateway

View MAC address

View Dante device
name

N

Q

*Q

0Q

14Q Ver14*{embedded OS

20Q Ver20*x.xx.xxxxx-

EX1$ CV} VrbX1$]

ECV } VrbX1$]

EB EXPD } ExpdB]

EK EXPD } ExpdKX1^]

EZXXX} Zpx]

ED1 EXPD } ExpdD1]

ED EXPD } ExpdDX1%]

EI X#* X$*X% EXPD } ExpdIX#*X$* X%]

EI EXPD } ExpdIX#* X$* X%]

EH EXPD } ExpdHX^]

EN EXPD } ExpdNX&]

Response
(unit to host)

PnoX!]

Ver01*X@]

Bld*X@]

Ver00*X1#]

version}]

bxxx]

Additional Description

major.minor.patch­build

Reboots only the Dante
interface. AXI device
remains on during Dante
reboot.

Resets gain, phantom
power, executive mode,
and preset configuration.
Network configuration is
not affected.

DHCP must be off in order
for this command to be
accepted as valid (DHCP is
enabled by default).

Using this command
automatically turns DHCP
off. Dante device must
be rebooted for new IP
configuration to take effect
(see the Reboot Dante
device command in the
section above).

NOTE: All variables used on this page are defined on the next page.

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Remote Control 35

Command ASCII Command

(hostto unit)

Executive Mode

Locked (View Only)

Locked

Unlocked

View Lock Status

Presets

Recall Preset

NOTES:

X!

= Device part number AXI 22 AT = 60-1627-01, AXI 44 AT = 60-1628-01

X@

= Firmware version n.nn or n.nn.nnnn (major.minor.patch)

X#

= IP address

X$

= Subnet mask

X%

= Gateway IP

X^

= MAC address

X&

= Dante device name Device names follow Domain Name System (DNS)

X*

= Executive mode status 2 = locked (view only), 1 = locked, 0 = unlocked

X(

= Preset number

X1#

= Detailed firmware information

X1$

= Verbose mode 0 = Clear/none (default for Dante/IP)

X1%

= DHCP status 1 = enabled (default), 0 = disabled

X1^

= Device status POWERUP = Device is powering up

2X

1X

0X

X

X(. RprX(]

Response
(unit to host)

Exe2]

Exe1]

Exe0]

ExeX*]

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

xxx.xxx.xxx.xxx

xx-xx-xx-xx-xx-xx

hostname rules. Legal characters are A-Z, a-z, 0-9, and
hyphen (-). Names must begin with a letter and cannot
end with a hyphen (-).

1-8

<bootloader version>-<factory code version>

-<updated code version>

1 = Verbose mode (default for USB)
2 = Tagged responses for queries
3 = Verbose mode and tagged responses for queries

POWERDOWN = Device is powering down
READY = Device is ready
BUSY = Device is busy
COMM_ERROR = Communication error
FIRMWARE_UPGRADING = Firmware is upgrading
REBOOT_REQUIRED = Dante device reboot is required
REBOOTING = Dante device is rebooting

Additional Description

Front panel only displays
settings and status.

Locks all front panel
controls and disables all
status LEDs.

Front panel features are
fully accessible (default).

AXI 22 AT and AXI 44 AT • Remote Control 36

DSP SIS Commands

Parameters such as gain, mute, and phantom power can be set using SIS commands. DSP
SIS commands adhere to the following structure:

E <Parameter ID><OID>*<Value>AU}

In this structure, <Parameter ID> defines which parameter is being set (gain, mute,
phantom power), <OID> (Object ID) defines which input or output is being affected, and

<Value> defines the gain, attenuation, mute, or phantom power status with a numerical

value. See the example command below:

EG40000*12AU}

This command sets the G paramter (gain) of OID 40000 (mic/line input 1) to a value of

12(+12 dB).

For a complete list of mic/line input and output OID numbers and acceptable gain value
ranges for each input and output, see Object ID (OID) Number and Value Range Tables
on the next page.

Command and Response Table for DSP SIS Commands

Command ASCII Command

(hostto unit)

Gain/Attenuation

Set gain or attenuation

View gain or attenuation

NOTE: Input gain can only be set int 3 dB steps. For example, 0, 3, 9, and so on. Values that are not in 3 dB

steps will return an E13 error message.

Mute

Set mute

View mute status

Phantom Power

Set phantom power

View phantom power

NOTES:

X1)

= Object ID (OID) number See Object ID (OID) Number and Value Range

X1!

= Gain value See Object ID (OID) Number and Value Range

X1@

= Mute or phantom power status 1 = on, 0 = off (default)

EG X1)*X1! AU} DsGX1)*X1!] X1! must be within the

EG X1) AU} DsGX1)*X1!]

EM X1)*X1@ AU} DsMX1)*X1@]

EM X1) AU} DsMX1)*X1@]

EZ X1)*X1@ AU} DsZX1)*X1@]

EZ X1) AU} DsZX1)*X1@]

Response
(unit to host)

Tables on the next page for Input and Output OID

numbers.

Tables on the next page for acceptable Input and

Output gain value ranges.

Additional Description

acceptable gain range for
the input our output (see
the table at the bottom of
the page for acceptable
gain and attenuation
ranges).

Phantom power is only
available for inputs.

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Object ID (OID) Number and Value Range Tables

Gain values should be entered as an unsigned integer. Attenuation values should be entered
as negative integers.

NOTES:

• Gain values range from 0 dB to 42 dB and must be in 3 dB steps.

Forexample: 0, 3, 6, 9, and so on.

• Attenuation values must be in 1 dB steps.

Input OID Gain Value Range Output OID Attenuation Value

Range

Mic/Line Input 1

Mic/Line Input 2

Mic/Line Input 3

Mic/Line Input 4

40000

40001

40002

40003

0 to 42 Output 1

0 to 42 Output 2

0 to 42 Output 3

0 to 42 Output 4

60000

60001

60002

60003

0 to -100

0 to -100

0 to -100

0 to -100

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