Allen&Heath DR Switch - Manual

DR-LINK Adapter Card Fitting Instructions AP4615 1
Introduction
The DR-link adapter card needs to be fitted to the DR66 or DR128 if you wish to use the optional DR-switch
add-on unit, or any other add-on that requires the DR-link serial connection. The DR-switch provides an
additional 24 switch closure control inputs and 16 logic control outputs in a 1U high rack or desk mount case.
Up to three units can be connected providing up to 72 additional switch and 48 additional logic controls. These
can be custom wired by the installer to allow external equipment to control pre-determined mixer functions, or
the mixer to control external equipment. Typical applications include room wall plates for local volume control
and source selection, automatic control of room dividers, projection screens, media players, lamps and other
equipment.
The DR66/128 communicates with the DR-switch via an RJ45 serial connection running the Allen & Heath DR-
link protocol. This interface is not available on the standard DR66 and DR128. The adapter card needs to be
fitted to provide the additional serial port. This uses the SysNet slot. Refer to the important notes below.
The kit includes parts for fitting the card to either the DR66 or the DR128. Installation is a straightforward
process requiring removal of the DR66/128 top cover, fitting the option card provided and plugging on the cable
harness supplied. Please read these fitting instructions carefully before starting and heed the precautions noted
for trouble free installation and use.
Important Notes
To use the DR-switch the DR66/128 must be running DR
operating software version 2 from V2.11 or greater. DR-
switch will not function using earlier versions of software.
Make sure your PC is running the compatible version of
WinDR. Refer to the Help file provided with the software for
details on how to program the controls. These settings are
stored as part of the DR66/128 mixer patch memories.
The latest version of DR operating software can be
downloaded from the Allen & Heath web site:
http://www.allen-heath.com . For technical assistance email
[email protected]
The DR-link interface card fits into the SysNet option slot in
the DR66/128 mixer. This means that you cannot have DR-
link and SysNet installed at the same time. The SysNet
protocol can be run on the RS232 port instead if required.
NOTE: This work should be carried out by competent service personnel. Any changes or modifications to the
equipment not approved by Allen & Heath could void the compliance of the equipment and therefore the users
authority to operate it. Whilst we believe the information in these instructions to be reliable we do not assume
responsibility for inaccuracies. We also reserve the right to make changes in the interest of further product
development.
Copyright © 2002 Allen & Heath Limited. All rights reserved
ALLEN & HEATH DR-LINK ADAPTER CARD
AP4615 issue 1
Fitting Instructions for DR66 and DR128
power link
DR-switch
24 IN 16 OUT SWITCH CONTROLLER
WARNING: THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.
ATTENTION: REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES. WARNING: FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING.
DANGER: HIGH VOLTAGE INSIDE. DISCONNECT MAINS INPUT BEFORE REMOVING COVER.
SET VOLTAGE TO MAINS SUPPLY
+24V.DC
0V
ON
OFF
20mm FUSE
T1.6A
AC INPUT 47-63 Hz ~ 60W MAX
100-120V ~
T630mA 220-240V ~
SY
SN ET
/ D
R- LIN
K O
PT IO N RS232
REMOTE SWITCHES
8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8
MIC/LINE INPUTS
LINE OUTPUTS
TRIM TRIM TRIM TRIM TRIM TRIM TRIM TRIM
LINE INPUTS
9 10 11 12
A
B
SUM
Serial Number Made in the UK by ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED
ON
OFF
SET VOLTAGE TO MAINS SUPPLY
AC INPUT 47-63 Hz ~25W MAX S/No Made in the UK by ALLEN & HEATH LIMITED
1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 MIC/LINE INPUTS LINE INPUTS
A
B
SUM
LINE OUTPUTS
SYSNET / DR-LINK OPTION
BATTERY / REMOTE SWITCHES
RS
23 2
BATTERY INPUT