Aviom 6416o - Manual (Page 72)

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Building a Pro64 Network
Configuring a Pro64 network with the 6416o involves connecting input and
output modules with Cat‑5e cables, setting A‑Net Slot ranges, and activating
input channels.
Choosing a Network Mode
When designing a digital snake or network, deciding which network mode
to use—Auto or Manual—can be made simpler by assessing the total audio
channel requirements for an application at a given sample rate first.
If you want to build a 48kHz system, for example, that requires no more than
64 total audio channels, choose Auto Mode; this is the easiest to implement.
The network takes care of most of the management tasks automatically.
If the system is larger than 64 channels at 48kHz—for example, a 56x16 digital
snake for a live performance stage to front‑of‑house application—choose
Manual Mode. Pro64’s Manual Mode offers the most flexibility but requires
more care when connecting modules and configuring input routing.
Connecting Pro64 Modules
Start by setting one (and only one) device to be the network’s Control
Master. Because there are some operations that can only be executed at the
Control Master, be sure that the module designated as the Control Master
is accessible. Once all modules in the network are enumerated (indicated
by illuminated A‑Net LEDs), choose a network mode (Auto/Manual), set
A‑Net Slot ranges on each module, and activate audio channels and VDCs
as needed.
When adding input modules to an existing audio network running in
Manual Mode, it is best to add modules that are not pre‑configured with
active channels and/or VDC Slots in use to avoid unwanted overwriting of
A‑Net Slots. Pro64 output modules’ audio channel on/off settings do not
cause conflicts with the allocation of audio input resources but existing
VDC settings on these modules can impact the network. It’s best to clear old
settings before adding modules to a system.
Basic Routing
To use the analog audio outputs on the 6416o, the module must be connected
to another Pro64 device somewhere in the network that can provide inputs.
This Pro64 device can be a standalone analog or digital module or a console
interface card.