Allen&Heath PL-11 - Manual

PL-11 User Guide AP7590 issue 1 1
Introduction
The PL-11 is one of several remote control
devices available for the Allen & Heath iDR digital mix processor. It
is part of the PL Series of wall plates and remote controllers. It is a
panel mounted IR (infra-red) detector that allows control using the
PL-5 hand held IR remote controller separately available from Allen
& Heath.
The PL-11 can be mounted in a single unit wall box using a
standard face plate (UK, EU or US versions available). The unit
interfaces with the Allen & Heath PL-Anet serial port and is
programmed using the iDR System Manager software. Multiple
units can be daisy chained together along with other PL-Anet
devices using CAT5 cable. For information on the full range of PL
products available visit http://www.idrseries.com
The PL-11 is ideal as a wall mounted room remote control interface
in installed audio systems. The installer can program each of the 14
buttons of the PL-5 infra-red remote controller so that the non-
technical operator has local control of volume, mute, source select,
and preset changes which can reconfigure the room for different
functions.
Number and addressing of devices
The maximum
number of PL devices that can be connected depends on their type
and the cable lengths. Up to 16x PL-11 devices (more if using half
speed scan) may be connected in an iDR system, with or without
the PL-9 hub. Fewer devices may be connected if long distances or
other PL types are also involved. To check this refer to the PL
Combinations Calculator spreadsheet available from our web site.
The iDR allocates the device addresses automatically per PL type in
the order they appear in the chain.
PL-Anet
is the proprietary Allen & Heath system for daisy
chaining remote controllers. It is an RS485 serial connection that
uses CAT5 STP cable to communicate between devices over long
distances. PL-Anet only works with Allen & Heath PL devices. The
connection includes +20V DC to power the connected devices. The
iDR-8 port is shown here.
This product complies with the European
Electromagnetic Compatibility directives 89/336/EEC &
92/31/EEC.
NOTE: Any changes or modifications to the
equipment not approved by Allen & Heath could void
the compliance of the equipment. Whilst we believe
the information in this guide 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© 2009 Allen & Heath Ltd. All rights reserved.
IMPORTANT :
To ensure operator safety ensure that any
exposed metal plates are correctly bonded to
ground. Do not install the equipment where it is
subject to moisture, heat or vibration.
Connect this equipment to the Allen & Heath
PL-Anet port only. Test for correct wiring and
installation before switching the equipment on.
NOTE: Do not install the PL-11 in a position subject to
bright sunlight. This may reduce the effectiveness of
the IR signal. We recommend that you install only
one PL-11 per room to avoid multiple pickup from the
same hand set.
PL-11 Wall Plate
AP7590
User Guide
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COMPATIBLE REMOTE CONTROL
EQUIPMENT TO THE PL-ANET PORT.