Allen&Heath xDR-16 - Manual (Page 4)

iLive xDR-16 Getting Started Guide 4 AP8331 iss.2
Introduction
Two versions available:
The xDR-16 is a 3U rack mountable 16 input 8 output audio expander for the iLive digital mixing system.
It provides an affordable solution for adding more sources and distributing audio. For example, you could
have your MixRack on one side of stage, one xDR-16 on the other side, and provide more audio and
another Port B at the FOH mix position.
The xDR-16 expander is similar to the iDR-16 MixRack but without the DSP built in. It can be added to any
of the of six iLive MixRack available – iDR-16, iDR-32, iDR-48, iDR-64, iDR10, iDR0.
Up to two xDR-16 expanders may be added to a single MixRack system. One may be added to Dual-
Rack or FOH/Monitor linked systems. To connect to the xDR-16 the iLive MixRack must be fitted with an
ACE network option card in its Port B. System control is also possible at the expander location with a
built-in network switch for connecting a laptop or wireless router. The xDR-16 is a network device within
the iLive system and must therefore have a unique IP address.
The xDR-16 expander provides its own Port B slot allowing any of the iLive option cards to be fitted for
additional networking, recording and personal monitoring at the expander location. Currently available
are ACE TM , MADI, Dante TM , MMO (Adat, Aviom, iDR) and EtherSound. Expander Port B input channels
are available to use within the system. iLive signals can be mapped in any combination to the expander
XLR and Port B outputs.
To ensure trouble free connection and configuration and that you get the best out of your expanded iLive
system, please read through the rest of this guide before starting.
At a glance
 Compatible with all iLive MixRacks
 16 high performance remote controllable analogue XLR mic/line input preamps
 Two versions available - 8 analogue XLR out or 4 analogue plus two dual AES out
 Existing xDR-16 expanders can be upgraded for AES out using an option kit
 Connect up to 2 expanders to single MixRack iLive
 Connect 1 expander to Dual-Rack or FOH/Monitor split iLive
 Provides digital snake capability
 Connection to the MixRack is via ACE link over CAT5, max 120m (400’)
 MixRack must have ACE option card fitted to its Port B
 Expander has its own Port B for local networking and recording options
 Built-in Network switch for laptop system control at expander
 Connection for optional iPS10 backup power supply
 Distinctive panel colour to differentiate from iDR-16 MixRack
 3U rack mounting
xDR-16 16 mic/line in, 8 XLR line out
xDR-16-DO 16 mic/line in, 4 XLR line out + 2 dual channel AES out