AN-16/i User Guide
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1. 7 Installing in an Equipment Rack 8 EtherCon Connector 9 Cleaning and Maintenance Information 9 Front Panel o sre Oo PRX RUE NOE se 10 RearPanel 5 sad ak 44 JE mu BUR E KG xd 11 AN 16 i Input Module 12 AN 16 i Front Panel 12 ChannelkEDS saus a sok base de XR A EG 12 Input Level Switch 6 6 42444448 daca sees 13 Stereo Link Switch s 14 Using Stereo Links 4 4 44 ss rak dose Da dns 15 Power LED 4 4 4 99 ga va TAGS o3 9 G 15 AN 16 i Rear Panel 15 Power Connector s w SX 4 4 485444 Bou POE ea si 16 A Net Connections vass aa ka R o dead dn 16 ANet Oub ss v9 Gee he Oe ee RE SRE 16 A Net Expansion 16 Channellnput Jacks s cm ra 44 4 dau go y at 17 Channel Thru Jacks 17 A Net Connection Options 17 Series Connection of A Net Devices 17 Parallel A Net Routing 18 Using an A 16D A Net Distributor 18 Connecting Audio 19 Connections on the AN 16 i Rear Panel 19 Connecting to a Mixer 19 Direct Output iver eee va Ga 9 o o9 og 19 SUBMIXING 2 cx SEV GET Ga ee whe SSE x 20 BUS OULDULS s s ox o FR FRE a du eee 20 AN 16 1 INPur MopuLE User GUIDE2. amp 3 ol of 9 of lt So SAM p The front and rear panels ofthe rack mounted AN 16SBR System Bridge The System Bridge contains four A Net connectors labeled A B C and D AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 33 These accept standard Cat 5e cables These jacks will always connect to an Pro16 A Net compatible product The connection labeled A Net Bridge will always connect to another System Bridge s A Net Bridge connector Connecting the System Bridge Adding a System Bridge to an audio network is quite simple Two System Bridges are needed to create a network The four A Net connectors labeled A B C and D on one side of the network are directly related to the A B C and D connectors on the other side of the network That is if you patch an AN 16 i Input Module into port A on one side of a System Bridge an AN 16 o Output Module would be connected to port A on the other side of the System Bridge See the following diagram A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 0 System Bridge System Bridge This diagram shows the relationship of the A B C and D ports on the AN 165B A complete network using four units per side follows the same pattern An AN 16 i Input Module connected to port B on one side of the network connects to an AN 16 o Output Module via port B on the other side of the network The same goes for ports C and D as seen in the following diagram
3. vil Using Bus Output 4 4 coco ooo opos ka 21 Stereo Drum Mix Example 21 Aux Sends Effects Sends 21 Insert Send Return Points 22 TRS In Sents e ESTE a oe 23 Discreet Insert Send and Return Jacks 23 Adding Effects 24 A Net Audio Without the Effect 24 A Net Audio With the Effect 24 Line level Devices 25 Audio Networks 26 32 Channel Systems 26 A Net Expansion 26 32 Channels Send System 28 16 Channels Send Return System 29 Adding Audio Outputs Splits 31 Adding an A 16D Distributor 32 64 Channel Pro16 Systems 33 System Bridge 33 Connecting the System Bridge 34 Configuration Notes 35 Expanding a Pro16 Network 37 Using Multiple System Bridges 38 Specifications 3 50 be ra de GE es 40 Dimensions 41 Block Diagram 4 4 ko 4 4 exo ss 42 Warranty Registration 46 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE VII Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Aviom AN 16 i Input Module This User Guide is designed to familiarize you with your ne
4. A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16SB AN 16SB A Net ports A B C and D are shown connected in a 64 x 0 network configuration To connect a 64 channel network 64 x 0 On the Send side 1 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out of the first AN 16 i to port A on the first System Bridge 2 Repeat this process to connect the A Net out from the AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 34 remaining three AN 16 i Input Modules to ports B C and D 3 Onthe Receive side Connect a Cat 5e cable from port on the second System Bridge to the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 0 Output Module 5 Repeat this process to connect ports B C and D to the remaining AN 16 o Output Modules 6 Connect the two sides of the system by running a Cat 5e cable with or without an EtherCon connector between the two A Net Bridge jacks on the System Bridges To use other configurations simply move any pair of AN 16 i and AN 16 0 units In the following example the devices connected to port D on the System Bridge have been swapped to create a 48 x 16 system A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 i System Bridge System Bridge A 48 x 16 system is created by exchanging the units connected to port D on the System Bridge Remember the total cable length between A Net devices should not exceed 500 feet 150 meters Cables used to conn
5. A qualified technician should be able to build custom cables to any length up to the maximum of 500 feet 150 meters between components For fixed or permanent installations you have the option of running Cat 5 cables inside walls and terminating them with readily available wall panel connectors that include the RJ45 jack Solid wire is recommended for permanent installations In addition to standard Category 5e cables Category 6 Cat 6 cables can also be used v Note When purchasing Category 5e cables be sure to buy only standard Cat 5e UTP cables not those sold as crossover cables A crossover cable is used for file transfer between two computers A crossover cable is not compatible with your Aviom equipment Cable Lengths Cat 5e cables used with your Aviom products can be up to 500 feet approximately 150 meters in length between devices The maximum cable length specification applies to the cable connected between the AN 16 i Input Module and the first Pro16 output module or Personal Mixer in your system as well as for cable runs between each additional Pro16 A Net compatible device in your system AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 5 AN 16 i Input Module Up to 500 feet of Cat 5e cable can be used to connect each system component AN 16 o Output Modules or Personal Mixers Infinite number of A Net components HH Your cable length performance will be affected by a number of factors including the quality of t
6. An effects device such as a compressor can be added to the channel so that only that specific channel is affected by the processing An insert on a mixer consists of a Send and a Return The Send is used to get the channel s audio into the effects processor The processed signal coming from the effects device goes back to the console via the Return path The physical jack layout of an effect Send Return loop on a console varies depending on the model and manufacturer AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 22 TRS Inserts Some consoles use a single jack to perform both send and return functions In this case the jack would use tip ring sleeve TRS wiring with one of the signal wires performing the Send function the other being used for the Return Both Send and Return share the common ground wire For TRS inserts it is common to use a Y cable one that has a TRS plug on one end and then a split into two mono tip sleeve cables on the other Using a TRS insert the effects device would have the insert Send cable plugged into its Input and the insert Return cable plugged into its Output This wiring completes the signal loop without interrupting the audio being played though the console dem Output Console TRS Effect Device Channel Insert EEE EEE Input Audio flows from the console insert point into the effect device and then back to the console To use the AN 16 i with this insert layout both the In and Thru jacks on the
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8. 16 system 1 Setup one AN 16 i and one AN 16 0 on each side of the network For example one set of an AN 16 i and an AN 16 0 is placed at the front of house mix position The matching set of one AN 16 i and one AN 16 0 is placed on the stage 2 Connect sixteen line level audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the first AN 16 i 3 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the first AN 16 i to the A Net Expansion jack on the first AN 16 0 4 Plug a Cat 5e cable into the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module This cable will be used to span up to 500 feet between the two sides of the network 5 Connect the cable from the A Net In jack in Step 4 to the A Net Out jack on the second AN 16 i Input Module 6 Connect the second group of sixteen audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the second AN 16 i 7 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Expansion jack on the second AN 16 i to the A Net In on the second AN 16 o 8 Patch the audio outputs from the two AN 16 o Output Modules into the desired destinations AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 30 Adding Audio Outputs Splits As mentioned previously the A Net Out jacks on the AN 16 o Output Modules remain available even when creating a bidirectional audio network This allows additional output modules to be added as needed to suit a variety of audio situations Any Pro16 A Net compatible product can be added to an A Net Out port This flexible routing scheme allows you to send audi
9. 32 channels send by zero channels return 32 x 0 16 channels send by 16 channels return 16 x 16 Ochannels send by 32 channels return 0 x 32 The descriptions above are similar to those used for traditional multi core analog audio snakes The configurations refer to the number of audio channels used as inputs on each side of the snake For example the 32 in the 32 x 0 configuration means that 32 audio inputs can be connected at the stage to send to the front of house FOH mix position The 0 means that on the there are no audio inputs used to send audio back to the stage position A thirty two channel system is comprised of four AN Series units two input modules and two output modules Since the system is modular you can connect the AN Series units as needed making any of the configurations mentioned previously available at any time Simply move and re patch the units A Net Expansion In a thirty two channel system the A Net Expansion jack is used to combine two A Net data streams into a single steam that can travel down one cable At the receiving end of the audio network the A Net Expansion jack is used again to separate the data into individual 16 channel data streams AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 26 Expansion Out A Net AN 16 7 A Net Input Module A Net Out and A Net Expansion ports on the AN 16 i Some points to remember about using the A Net Expansion jacks on the AN 16 i and AN 16 0 to crea
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11. AN 16 i are used The main console s Insert Send should be plugged into the In jack on the AN 16 i The Thru jack on the AN 16 i is used to return the signal to the console completing the audio loop In this case the AN 16 i acts like an effects device but it has no audible effect and does not change the audio signal in any way ga Thru Console TRS Channel Insert ARAN A Input Audio flows from the console insert point into the AN 16 i and then back to the console Discreet Insert Send and Return Jacks If a console uses separate jacks for Send and Return functions the cable connections are much more obvious The Send from the Insert point on the console is connected to the AN 16 i In jack The Thru on the AN 16 i is connected to the Return jack on the console to complete the loop Both balanced and unbalanced versions of this wiring exist on mixing consoles AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 23 Consult your mixer s documentation for additional information Return lt m u Thru Console TRS Channel Insert AN 16 i Send gt Input Audio flows from the console insert point into the AN 16 i and then back into the console via the Insert Return jack Adding Effects Console insert points offer a convenient way to patch audio into the AN 16 i Input Module But there are times when the insert send return points will be needed for use with an effect processor such as a compressor There are some optional w
12. Aviom Pro16 product The diagrams on the previous pages can be used as a quick visual guide to the location of the components mentioned in this section AN 16 i Front Panel 1 2 3 4 5 6 om OO Ar O O mI signal O o o o o AVIOM Stereo Link Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level Input Level 9 Tr rie ri 22 40 10 22 40 10 22 40 10 dBu dBV dBu dBV dBu dB The front panel ofthe AN 16 i contains the channel information Stereo Link Switches Signal Present LEDs Clip LEDs Power indicator and the Input Level switches Channel LEDs The numbered Channels on the AN 16 i front panel correspond to the sixteen line level analog audio inputs on the rear panel of the AN 16 i They are grouped together in pairs Channels 1 and 2 Channels 3 and 4 etc Each Channel contains two LEDs one showing that there is an audio signal present and another used to indicate that the input to a channel is causing audio clipping Signal and Clip LEDs appear directly beneath the Channel numbers The lower LED marked Signal will light as long as an audio signal of at least 40dB is present on the channel It provides an easy way to confirm that audio is indeed passing into and be
13. TE TE 22 4 0 10 22 4 0 10 dBu dBV dBu dBV Link channels to send stereo pairs to a personal monitoring system AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 14 Using Stereo Links Some things to keep in mind about linked channels The position of the Stereo Link switch does not affect the audio in Pro16 output modules such as the AN 16 0 Linking channels affects all Personal Mixers connected to the system Any combination of stereo and mono channels can be used If you want to control two input channels as a stereo source they must be connected to an odd and even pair of channels as indicated by the graphics on the AN 16 i front panel Changes to the Stereo Link status can be made on the fly with audio running through the system All Personal Mixers will instantly update their channel status if the Stereo Link switch position is changed for any channel pair The Stereo Link status is not saved when you create a Preset on the A 16ll or A 16R Personal Mixers Changing the channel link status will affect Groups you have created on Personal Mixers in some cases Power LED The right side of the AN 16 i Input Module also contains the Power LED This indicator shows that power is connected to the unit When the AN 16 i is powered up a valid A Net signal is being generated AN 16 i Rear Panel On the rear of the AN 16 i Input Module you will find the DC power connector A Net connections the sixteen balanced analog a
14. This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged due to misuse abuse accident or problems with electrical power The warranty also does not apply if the product has been modified in any way or if the product serial number has been damaged modified or removed If a defect is discovered first write or call Aviom Inc to obtain a Return Authorization number No service will be performed on any product returned without prior authorization Aviom Inc will at its option repair or replace the product at no charge to you The product must be returned during the warranty period with transportation charges prepaid to Aviom Inc 1157 Phoenixville Pike Suite 201 West Chester PA 19380 You must use the product s original packing materials for shipment Shipments should be insured for the value of the product Include your name address phone number description of the problem and copy of the original bill of sale with the shipment The Return Authorization number should be written on the outside of the box THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION AVIOM S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS
15. a variety of combinations to create a flexible and reconfigurable audio distribution network Aviom s Pro16 audio network products work in modules of sixteen channels Audio networks of up to sixty four channels can be configured as 64 channels send by zero channels return 64 x 0 48 channels send by 16 channels return 48 x 16 32 channels send by 32 channels return 32 x 32 16 channels send by 48 channels return 16 x 48 e O channels send by 64 channels return 0 x 64 The AN 16 i M Mic Input Module can be substituted for any AN 16 i shown in the following diagrams Use the AN 16 i M to add up to sixteen microphone signals per module to an audio network Digital console interface cards including the Y1 card for Yamaha and those made by third party manufacturers that support A Net can be substituted for input modules in the diagrams that follow v Note When using the System Bridge to create a network the Expansion jacks on the AN 16 i and AN 16 0 are not used System Bridge The AN 16SBR System Bridge and its predecessor the AN 16SB is a two part accessory that takes in up to four individual A Net data streams at one location and combines them for transmission over a single Cat 5e cable At the destination another AN 16SBR is used to separate the A Net streams The separate A Net data streams can then be connected to A Net compatible devices as needed AN 16ser System Bridge AVIOM C
16. are used to describe a case where a standard A 16ll Personal Mixer or a rack mounted A 16R Personal Mixer with without the optional A 16CS Control Surface can be used Cat 5 Cables In most cases Cat 5e Cat 6 and Cat 6e cables can be interchanged When speaking about interconnections between components in a system the term Cat 5 is used generically to indicate the use of any of the applicable cable types A Net Distributors The A 16D and A 16D Pro A Net Distributors are referred to generically as A Net Distributors AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 2 Package Contents The AN 16 i Input Module box includes One AN 16 i Input Module One DC Power supply for the AN 16 i Documentation Options for your system include Cat 5e interconnect cables The AN 16SBR System Bridge e Aviom Personal Mixer products such as the A 16ll Personal Mixer or A 16R rack mount Personal Mixer for creating a monitoring system A 16D and or A 16D Pro A Net Distributors Also included with the system is a Warranty Registration found within this User Guide Be sure to fill out the form and return it to Aviom Inc via mail or fax as soon as possible About A Net The Pro16 version of A Net is a high speed data transmission protocol capable of sending and receiving high quality digital audio using readily available Cat 5 cables A Net is a proprietary technology developed by Aviom ANET A Net is based on the physical layer of Ethe
17. cannot send their data into a Pro64 network About Category 5 Category 5 sometimes referred to as Cat 5 describes a commonly used type of high performance network cabling It is used mainly for data transmission purposes to connect computers modems and other devices A standard Category 5 patch cable consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors The cable assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Category 5 female outlet jacks A variation called Category 5e or Cat 5e uses additional twists in the cable to reduce interference in high speed network applications In general when using long cable lengths select Cat 5e cables for best performance Use Cat 5e Unshielded Twisted Pair UTP cables or better for all A Net applications The RJ45 connector looks similar to the connectors found on a telephone system only larger The twisting of the wire pairs helps to shield the cable from unwanted interference from electrical fields or radio interference sometimes referred to as RF Cat 5 cabling supports frequencies up to 100 MHz and speeds up to 1000 Mbps AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 4 mm RJ45 Jack Cat 5 Cable Cat 5 Cables The cables used with your Aviom system are interchangeable with any standard Category 5e Cat 5e cables If you need a longer cable for a particular application any computer store should be able to supply you with an appropriate cable
18. carried over one Cat 5 cable 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out With this configuration two AN 16 i Input Modules receive up to thirty two analog audio signals as inputs One AN 16 i contains channels 1 16 while the other has channels 17 32 To configure a 32 x 0 system 1 Connect the first sixteen line level audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the first AN 16 i Input Module 2 Connect the second group of sixteen audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the second AN 16 i 3 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the first AN 16 i to the A Net Expansion jack on the second AN 16 i 4 Connect a cable from the A Net Out jack on the second AN 16 i and run it to the destination where the AN 16 0 Output Modules are located and plug it into the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module 5 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Expansion jack on the first AN 16 0 to the A Net In on the second AN 16 0 6 Patch the audio outputs from the two AN 16 o Output Modules into the desired destinations AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 28 Front of house Stage E ANAE Expansion Out h J hd L aNet A N 1 6 Z In pen Out A Net Input Module AN 16 o A Net Output Module Expansion Out L ANet hod L d AN 16 7 In Expansion Out L A A Net Input Module
19. the data being generated by the A Net Expansion ports on the AN 16 i and AN 16 0 you can use an A 16D or A 16D Pro to add wiring flexibility to your system Audio channels 1 16 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out lt A Net Expansion gt cM A Net Audio channels 17 32 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Ir A Net Out 16 Channels Out Stereo Mix Out A Net distributors can be used to add digital splits to a system In this diagram an A 16D or A 16D Pro Distributor receives A Net from an AN 16 o Output Module connected to a network configured as 16 x 16 In the example only audio channels 17 32 are being redistributed to the additional A Net devices From the A 16D up to eight A Net devices can be connected The diagram shows three AN 16 o Output Modules connected Each can provide sixteen line level outputs Also an A 16R rack mounted Personal Mixer is shown The A 16R can be used to mix and monitor the same audio content in stereo The Cat 5e cable run between the AN 16 0 and the A Net Distributor can be up to 500 feet long as can the cable from the A 16D to the A Net devices connected to it AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 32 64 Channel Pro16 Systems When used with the optional AN 16SBR System Bridge the AN 16 i and AN 16 i M Input Modules along with the AN 16 o Output Module can create audio networks of up to sixty four channels Up to four Pro16 input modules and four output modules can be used in
20. the external power supply is double insulated A WARNING TO REDUCE THE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVERS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this product to rain or other types of moisture To avoid the hazard of electrical shock do not handle the power cord with wet hands Replace fuse with same type and rating Operating Temperature 10 C to 50 C 50 F to 122 F Risque de choc lectrique ne pas ouvrir Pour r duire le risque de feu ou de choc lectrique ne pas exposer cet quipement la pluie ou la moisissure Pour r duire le risque de choc lectrique ne pas retirer le couvercle Pi ces non rempla ables par l utilisateur Confier la r paration une personne qualifi e Attention utiliser seulement un fusible de rechange de m me type Cet appareil est conforme la section 15 de la norme FCC Son fonctionnement est soumis aux conditions suivantes 1 cet quipement ne doit pas causer des interf rences nocives et 2 cet quipement doit accepter toute interf rence capt e incluant les interf rences pouvant causer des op rations ind sirables Cet appareil num rique de Classe B est conforme la norme NMB 003 du Canada CAUTION Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause permanent damage to your hearing Set your system volume as low as possible
21. 6 output module or Personal Mixer exists the A Net Active LED on the receiving device will light A Net Expansion The A Net Expansion jack is used when creating a 32 channel audio network using at least two AN 16 i Input Modules and two AN 16 o Output Modules Using the A Net Expansion jack allows all thirty two channels of data to travel down a single Cat 5e cable up to 500 feet 150 meters to the destination AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 16 AN 16 i or AN 16 0 units Channel Input Jacks The rear panel of the AN 16 i Input Module contains sixteen Input jacks labeled In These jacks can accept balanced TRS or unbalanced TS signals on 4 inch plugs Balanced signals sometimes referred to as TRS for Tip Ring and Sleeve are found on many professional audio devices The 4 inch connector used for balanced audio wiring has three conductors the tip the ring and the sleeve The balanced wiring system is ideal for keeping noise out of the audio signal from sources such as radio interference sometimes called RF Unbalanced audio signals are found on many effects processors music keyboards and consumer electronics Only two connectors are used the tip and the sleeve A standard musical instrument cable sometimes called a guitar cord uses this configuration for example Channel Thru Jacks The sixteen balanced audio Thru jacks on the AN 16 i provide the user with an exact copy of the signal plugged into the In ja
22. AVIOM AN 16 7 A Net Input Module User Guide 9310 1021 0001F rev 2 00 PRO i ANET 2009 Aviom Inc 1 6 Certifications ETL cETL Listed EMC Conforms to Certified to RoHS Status CE Notice of Rights EN 55013 EN 55020 SAA AS NZS 1053 IEC 60065 EN 60065 UL 6500 2001 CAN CSA E60065 KETI Pb free ATERT Eg W Pb Free All rights reserved No part of this document may be reproduced or transmitted in any form or by any means electronic mechanical photocopy recording or otherwise without written permission of Aviom Inc Trademarks Aviom A Net the A Net icon Pro16 Pro64 and Virtual Data Cable are trademarks of Aviom Inc All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners 2009 Aviom Inc All rights reserved Information subject to change without notice Nu BE wN 10 14 15 16 17 READ THIS FIRST Important Safety Instructions Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with
23. Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels IMPORTANT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more ofthe following measures Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by Aviom Inc could void the user s FCC authority to operate the equipment Aviom Inc Limited Warranty Aviom Inc warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase
24. Channels 17 32 A Net Cat 5e connections for a 32 x 0 system shown in a live performance setting Remember that the maximum cable length between A Net devices is 500 feet 150 meters 16 Channels Send Return System The 16 x 16 configuration has sixteen inputs and sixteen outputs on each side of the audio network Using this configuration each side of the audio network has one AN 16 i Input Module and one AN 16 0 Output Module Sixteen channels of audio move in each direction over a single Cat 5e cable 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out lt A NetExpansion 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In A Net Each side sends and receives 16 channels Again the A Net Expansion jack is used to combine the A Net data from two devices for transmission down one cable AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User Guide 29 Front of house Stage A Net Output Module Expansion Out E d xh up Out L ANet C In Expansion AN 16 i L Anet JAN 16 lo A Net Output Module Expansion Out 5 d L ANet In Expansion Out AN 16 7 LLL anet Channels 17 32 A Net Input Module Cable connections for a 16 x 16 system any version of the AN 16 o Output Module can be substituted here To configure a 16 x
25. I anv ules T 9L L MYL Olpny T QL L 1nduj oipny 42 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE Index Symbols 32 Channel System 26 64 Channel System 33 35 A A 16CS Control Surface 14 A 16D 2 18 27 32 37 A 16D Pro 2 18 32 37 A 1611 15 37 A 16R 15 32 37 A B C D ports System Bridge 33 AC Line Conditioning 7 A D Conversion 40 Adding Effects 24 Adding More Audio Outputs 31 adding Personal Monitor Mixers 31 AN 16 i Front Panel 12 AN 16 i M Mic Input Module 1 33 39 AN 16 i Rear Panel 19 AN 16SBR System Bridge 3 6 26 33 using multiple 38 Analog audio input AN 16 i 11 A Net 3 31 Bridge 35 A Net Active LED 16 A Net Bridge 35 AN 16SB AN 16SBR 34 A Net Connections AN 16 i 16 A Net Distributor 2 18 32 37 A Net Expansion 26 27 29 AN 16 i 16 A Net Expansion jack AN 16 i 11 A Net In 37 A Net Out 37 AN 16 i 16 A Net Out jack AN 16 i 11 AN Series 1 ASI A Net Systems Interface 4 Audio Networks 26 audio Thru 15 Aux Sends 21 22 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE pre post fader 22 balanced 11 19 Balanced signals 17 bidirectional 31 Block Diagram 42 Bridge 34 35 A Net 35 Bus Output 20 21 C cable length 5 35 Cat 5 4 5 6 Cat 5e 2 UTP 4 Cat 6 2 5 Category 5 4 Category 5e 4 Certifications ii Channel Input Jacks 17 Channel LEDs 12 Channel Thru Jacks 17 Cleaning and Maintenance 9 Clip LED 10 12 Clip Point 13 Compatibility
26. al level without clipping The AN 16 i has a maximum input level of 22dBu Signal levels above 22dBu will clip the input stage of the device and cause digital distortion The selected input gain setting on the AN 16 i front panel changes the headroom available for the input signal but remember that the maximum input level will always be 22dBu regardless of the selection See the table below AN 16 i Gain Setting Clip Point 22dBu 22dBu With the input gain switch set to OdBu forexample input signals ranging from to 14dBu in level can be used 14dBu signal level will be transmitted to all line level output modules as a full code signal Signals above 14dBu will clip the input stage of the AN 16 i and that clipped audio data will be sent downstream to all output modules and Personal Mixers There are two AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 13 options if a signal level above 14dBu needs to be connected to the AN 16 i input lower the output level of the device feeding the AN 16 i channel input to eliminate clipping or choose another input setting Using the 4dBu setting for example provides more headroom allowing a maximum signal level of 18dBu to be used Check the specifications of your audio gear if you are unsure about its maximum output level Although you won t harm the AN 16 i or your audio devices by using an incorrect level setting you do want to avoid distorting the audio that passes through the system Ster
27. arallel involves the addition of an A Net distributor Any number of A Net distributors can be added creating an infinite number of digital splits Using an A 16D A Net Distributor A Net Out From faner In A Net Out A variety of A Net compatible components are shown connected in parallel to an A Net Distributor either the A 16D or A 16D Pro The A Net signal from the Distributor is connected to each A Net compatible device with a Cat 5e cable Removing one A Net device has no effect on the other A Net outputs being used When configuring an A Net system Pro16 modules can be connected in any order simply connect A Net Out to A Net In as needed AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 18 Connecting Audio The are many ways to get audio into the AN 16 i Input Module for processing Depending on your application stage studio broadcast etc the types of signals and equipment available will vary This section will give examples of some typical setups that you can modify to suit your individual needs Connections on the AN 16 i Rear Panel There are two rows of balanced TRS connectors marked In and Thru on the rear of the AN 16 i Input Module The connections on the AN 16 i can accept balanced or unbalanced 4 inch cables The system can accept a wide variety of signal levels gain settings are changed on the front panel of the AN 16 i per channel pair The audio design of the AN 16 i allows you to connect it at virtually any po
28. ays of both getting audio into the AN 16 i and patching in effects devices A Net Audio Without the Effect Connect the console insert Send to an input on the AN 16 i Connect the AN 16 i Thru jack from the same channel as above to the input of the effect processor Connect the output of the effect processor to the console s insert Return jack The Send Return loop on the console is complete The audio sent thru the Aviom system is not processed by the effect device Console TRS LE AN 16 i Effect Device Channel Insert 22 Input Thru Input Output Audio flows from the console insert point into the AN 16 i then into the effect device and returns to the console A Net Audio With the Effect Connect the console insert Send to the input on the effect device Connect the output of the effect processor to an input on the AN 16 i Connect the Thru jack from the same channel as above to AN 16 1 Input Mopute User GUIDE 24 the console s insert Return Audio passing through the Aviom system is heard with the effect processing Console TRS d T Channel Insert AN 16 i Sal Input Output Input Thru Audio flows from the console insert point into the effect device then into the AN 16 i and returns to the console Line level Devices In addition to connecting a traditional mixing console there are numerous other audio sources that can be used with the AN Series audio network products and the Pro16 Monitor M
29. ce of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage you may want to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection Power outlet strips are available with built in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner or a battery backup system sometimes referred to as an uninterruptible power supply or UPS Power Supplies Your Aviom product uses a DC power supply that has a two prong power cord The prongs on the power supply are identical meaning that there is no need to orient the plug in a specific direction in the power outlet Some products with two prong power cords have polarized plugs that can only be inserted into an electrical outlet one way The power supply that is shipped with your Aviom product is a universal switching type It is capable of working with voltages from 90 to 240 volts AC This means that a separate power supply is not needed to use the products with the AC power systems found in most countries You should always use the power supply that shipped with your product When travelling you may need plug adapters to use the power supply with the AC outlet plug shape variations in use throughout the world Should you need to replace the power supply that came with your product we recommend using only a power supply that meets the following specifications Input Vol
30. ck just below it This can be used as a way to insert the AN 16 i Input Module into a signal chain without giving up audio patching flexibility A Net Connection Options In a simple Pro16 system the easiest connection method uses what is called a daisy chain That is each A Net device is connected in series The first device in the chain receives the A Net signal from the AN 16 i Input Module Each successive A Net compatible device gets its A Net connection from the A Net Out jack of the device preceding it in the chain Series Connection of A Net Devices The diagram below illustrates a series connection of A Net devices In Out In Out In Out A Net A Net A Net In this diagram A Net is connected from device to device using Cat 5e cable The A Net Out port on the first device connects to the A Net In port on the next and so on AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User Guide 17 There is one drawback to this connection method however If one A Net device in the chain is disconnected from the A Net signal chain all units beyond this point will not get any audio until the unit is reconnected to a valid A Net source A parallel A Net connection solves that problem By using the optional A 16D or A 16D Pro A Net Distributor parallel A Net connections are possible In fact any combination of series and parallel connections can be used to solve even the most complex audio routing problems Parallel A Net Routing Connecting A Net devices in p
31. connected to ports A and D are also similar by doing this configuration See the following diagram A Net Out A Net In AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 i System Bridge System Bridge Ports A and D use the same type of module ports B and C contain the same type of module Note that the total A Net cable length between devices is limited to 500 feet v Note The AN 16 i Input Modules shown in the preceding diagrams can be replaced with any compatible Pro16 input module or console interface card AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 36 Expanding a Pro16 Network As mentioned in the section on 32 channel systems any available A Net Out jack on a Pro16 A Net device can be used to expand an existing system and create a digital split Any number of additional AN 16 o Output Modules can be added as can any number of A 16II or A 16R Personal Mixers The following example shows one variation of an expanded system A Net In A Net Out AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 System Bridge AN 16 0 This system includes multiple digital splits and a monitor system This example starts as a 64 x 0 configuration the input side of the system is not shown in the diagram Two of the outputs are expanded Port A has two AN 16 o Output Modules added Port D has two Output Modules which then feed an A 16D A Net Distributor The A 16D Distributor con
32. destination AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 38 The following example shows a complex network that combines A Net from two different networks sending 32 channels from each location to a third user A Net Out A Net In A A A Net Out B Bridge B D D x System Bridge System Bridge B a A Net Out A Net In D A A System B Bridge B Bridge D D System Bridge System Bridge A Net In Bridge A B c D System Bridge Data from two Pro16 networks is combined and distributed to a third location As with all A Net compatible devices any available A Net Out can be used as a starting point for expansion In the preceding diagrams any Pro16 input module can be substituted for the AN 16 i modules These include AN 16 i M 16 mic line inputs Y1 card for use with Yamaha digital mixing consoles routes audio from the Yamaha interface to A Net Digital console cards from third party manufacturers that support Pro16 A Net AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 39 Specifications Audio Inputs 16 balanced line level TRS Inputs Tip Audio Ring Audio Sleeve Ground line level TRS Thru Impedance matched output A D Conversion 48kHz 24 bit Gain Settings Metering 22dBu 4dBu OdBu 10dBV 4 position gain switch per channel pair LEDs green Signal Present red Clip per channel Stereo Operation Stereo Link per channel pair Two position switch Normal L
33. e accomplished on most consoles by using a bus output referred to as a group output on some consoles described below A submix is simply a selected group of channels assigned to a single output Bus Outputs A bus or group output is typically used to route audio signals to a recording device or to control the volume of a group of channels from a single fader Most mixers equipped with bus outputs have fewer bus outputs than channels Four eight or sixteen bus outputs are common mixer configurations To use a bus output with the AN 16 i Input Module the individual channels in your mixer need to be assigned to the desired bus output This is usually done with a selector button located somewhere within each channel strip Assigning a channel to a bus output does not remove the signal from the main mix Some mixers do allow the option however Specific instructions about how to use your particular mixer in this case are beyond the scope of this document Consult your mixer s documentation to learn more With a number of channels assigned to a bus output you can then control the level of the bus independent of the other levels on the mixer The individual channel level fader is used to set the relative balance of all channels assigned to the bus The following example shows a typical mixer Five of the audio channels are first assigned to bus 1 using the buttons in the channel strip This routes their audio signals to the bus output fad
34. ear on the outside of the unit or the Aviom warranty is void This manual and its contents are copyrighted by Aviom Inc All rights are reserved by Aviom Inc This document may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior written consent from Aviom Inc The software and or firmware contained within Aviom products is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Aviom Inc Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the text and illustrations in this manual no guarantee is made or implied as to the accuracy of the information contained within VI Table of Contents Warranty Information vi Welcome ios ew um eR Xo EG AE S3 rwr s 1 FeatUreS sa se RR VE Boxee We RUE USE EEE 1 AN 16 i Input Module Features 1 Conventions Used in this Document 1 ANES TISS vos Eu DDRM o EEE 1 Using Personal Mixers 1 CatS Cables 35 Ga eae 9 dawn dex ses 2 A Net Distributors 2 Package Contents 3 About A Net sss s o v Ga eae SE doy mu oder 3 Compatibility with Pro64 4 About Category5 4 Cat 5 Cables ass sv ee o Fa odi wd 5 Cable Lengths 424 Lun ovo Ce GR SUR s Yos 5 AC Line Conditioning 7 Power Supplies
35. ect A Net devices to the System Bridge are included in this calculation Configuration Notes When configuring 64 channel systems that send data in both directions Aviom suggests the following module combinations While not mandatory these suggestions are made to accommodate the standard wiring practices that Ethernet uses Aviom s A Net technology is based on Ethernet Some wire pairs in a standard Ethernet cable are not next to each other inside the jacket of the cable This can account for slightly higher data errors in rare cases The configuration recommendations apply to systems configured as 16 x 48 and 32 x 32 not those sending data in only one direction The module combinations are applicable especially when using long cable runs For 16 x 48 or 48 x 16 configurations place the three similar modules AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 35 together connected to either ports A B and C on the System Bridge or to ports B C and D See the following diagrams A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 i System Bridge System Bridge Ports B and Cuse the same type of module A Net Out A Net In AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 System Bridge System Bridge Ports B C and D use the same type of module For a 32 x 32 configuration place two similar modules together connected to either ports B and C on the AN 16SB The modules
36. eo Link Switch The AN 16 i Input Module provides an easy solution for stereo input sources such as mixer sub groups keyboards effects device outputs and CD DVD player outputs when incorporating the AN 16 i into a personal monitoring system When using the AN 16 i Input Module with Pro16 output modules alone to create a digital snake or audio distribution network the setting of the Stereo Link switch will have no effect The Stereo Link switch is most useful when used to turn a pair of adjacent channels into a stereo channel that can be controlled as a single source on the Pro16 series of Personal Mixers There are eight Stereo Link switches on the front panel of the AN 16 i They can be used in any combination as your needs require The Stereo Link switch is located between two channels one odd and one even Stereo Links always affect adjacent channels for example channels 1 and 2 channels 13 and 14 etc The default setting with the switch to the left allows independent control of each input channel from Personal Mixers connected to the system To link channels together as a stereo input move the Stereo Link switch to the right Moving the switch to the Link position causes all Personal Mixers including the A 16CS Control Surface connected to the system to instantly update their channel status ENS JJ O O o O o MM o Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level
37. ers seen on the right side of the mixer The level for the combined channels is set by this fader The output of the bus fader can be patched as needed to a monitoring system audio distribution network recording device etc AN 16 1 INPur MobuLE User GUIDE 20 output is a single audio signal 5 channels assigned to bus 1 Ul 1 combined as a group to one fader Five channels are combined and can be output as a single channel of audio Using a Bus Output As an example all the channels of the main mixer devoted to drums can be assigned to a bus As mentioned previously the relative mix of all the components of the drum sound would remain the same the levels are based on the individual channel s level settings By sending all the drum channels to a bus the entire drum kit s volume can be raised or lowered from a single fader Stereo Drum Mix Example By using two bus outputs a stereo drum sub mix with panning can be created The drums are assigned to two bus outputs usually consecutive numbers such as 1 and 2 or 3 and 4 The stereo pan or left right balance from the drum kit is then set by using the mixer s Pan knobs To get the floor tom into only the right speaker for example its pan knob should be turned to the fully clockwise position Aux Sends Effects Sends An Auxiliary Send also called an Aux Send or effects send is typically used on a live or recording console to send the sound from a channel in
38. he cables used and the number of devices such as cable couplers used or passive wall panel interconnections in use Use Cat 5e cable for best performance wherever possible Stranded or solid Cat 5e cable can be used When using the optional AN 16SBR System Bridge the cable length specification applies to the total cable length between the two A Net devices being connected with the AN 16SBR System Bridge This is similar to what happens when using an inline coupler to extend cable lengths 4 Total A Net cable length can be 500 feet 150 meters System l Pro16 Input Bridge i c Bridge Pro16 Output A Net Out A Net In Pre made cables in a variety of lengths and colors are available at most computer outlets Cables can be extended by using a simple passive device called an inline coupler to add length to existing cables as long as you do not exceed the specified maximum cable length If you need a longer cable on occasion this is a simple solution Note that it is possible that the maximum AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 6 cable length specification can be compromised by using inline couplers or other passive connection devices AC Line Conditioning Aviom products are digital devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line voltage Changes in the line voltage from lightning power outages etc can sometimes damage electronic equipment To minimize the chan
39. ing converted to A Net by the AN 16 i The upper LED is marked Clip It will light if a signal reaches a point that is within 3 dB of full scale 0dB In general you want to operate the system so that the Clip LED lights only occasionally If the LED is on constantly you should either lower the volume of the source audio coming into the AN 16 i or try different Input Level settings AN 16 1 INPUT Mopute User GUIDE 12 Input Level Switch The AN 16 i has been designed to accept a wide range of professional and semi professional audio levels There are four Input Level gain settings available Changes to the input level on the AN 16 i front panel affect a pair of channels at a time The four levels are 22dBu 4dBu OdBu and 10dBV To select the proper Input Level setting choose the Input Level position that most closely matches the maximum output level of your audio gear Input Level DM 22 4 0 10 dBu dBV The AN 16 i has four input level options per channel pair To maximize signal to noise when setting up Pro16 products it is important to understand how the input and output settings on these products interact Proper calibration and gain staging with all devices in an audio system is essential The AN 16 i Input Module has four input gain range settings 10dBv OdBu 4dBu and 22dBu These are designed to accommodate a wide range of input signal sources Choose the setting that allows maximum input sign
40. ink Signal to Noise unweighted Maximum Input 22dBu Level Input Impedance 17 8k ohms Freq Response 4Hz 22kHz 0 2dB 3dB THD N lt 0 003 Crosstalk 90dB 90dB typical A D to D A Measured from AN 16 i to AN 16 o Output Module Bit Error Rate BER 1072 Digital Outputs A Net 1 A Net Expansion 1 RJ45 connector Pro16 A Net A Net Expansion combines two A Net streams 32 channels of audio onto one Cat 5e cable uses unshielded Cat 5e UTP or better cable Latency lt 0 880 msec measured from analog input to analog output Power Supply Input Voltage Output Voltage External DC universal switching type 100 240 volts 50 60Hz 30VA 18 24 VDC 0 5 amp Plug Size 2 mm Dimensions 19 482 6 mm wide x 5 75 146 mm deep 1U high Weight 6 8 lb 3 08 kg Options AN 16SBR System Bridge used to combine up to four A Net streams for transmission over one Cat 5e cable All Aviom products are designed and manufactured in the USA AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 40 Dimensions 239 11 318 441 40 16 071 5 75 146 05 119 13 021 o e 1 120 1 181 43 691 ot ki 19 000 482 601 1 674 142 521 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 41 Block Diagram ull Jeuueuo 0819 S N V AGPOL O ngpo O napt O dio jeu amp is Md s JSLISAUO
41. int in your existing audio system The AN 16 i can accept audio coming from Mixing console direct outputs Mixing console insert sends only Mixing console insert send and return loops Line output from mic preamps Line outputs from keyboards and other music devices CD or DVD players Digital Audio Workstations DAWs Computer sound cards Effects processors Video decks cameras etc Connecting to a Mixer As mentioned above almost any line level audio output can be used with the AN 16 i Depending on the topology of your particular audio mixer some or all of the following signal types could be available Direct Output A direct output is typically found at the channel level of a console That is each channel on the mixer has its own direct output jack This type of output sends an exact copy of the audio signal present in each channel out of the mixer without interrupting the signal being sent to the main part of the mixer AN 16 1 Input Mopute User GUIDE 19 If your mixer has direct outputs available a cable from each channel that you want to be part of the monitoring system or audio network is connected to the AN 16 i inputs A maximum of sixteen direct outputs can be plugged into a single AN 16 i Input Module Submixing If you have more than sixteen direct outputs from a mixer that need to be monitored in a system using only one AN 16 i then some of the channels will need to be submixed This can b
42. ixing System There is no requirement that your audio sources be connected to a mixing console first Using some creative patching you ll find numerous uses for the system Here are a few examples Connect the stereo outputs of multiple CD players to inputs on the AN 16 i Input Module to distribute a variety of music programs to multiple rooms Patch a drum machine output or line output from a computer sound card into the AN 16 i to provide a click track for musicians Connect multiple keyboards directly to the AN 16 i Then patch the Thru jacks on the AN 16 i to the main mixer inputs Connect outputs from stereo guitar processors or amp simulators Virtual drums can be connected directly into the AN 16 i Input Module AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 25 Audio Networks When more than sixteen channels of audio are required in a Pro16 digital snake or audio distribution network there are several options available Systems using sixteen or thirty two audio channels can be configured with no additional hardware using the built in A Net Expansion port For systems larger than thirty two channels Aviom offers the AN 16SBRR System Bridge as an option The System Bridge allows up to four A Net streams to be combined into a single Cat 5e cable for distribution over long distances 32 Channel Systems Aviom s audio network products work in modules of sixteen channels Audio networks of thirty two channels can be configured as
43. nects to five A 16R rack mounted Personal Mixers for use as a monitor system for five musicians performing live Then another AN 16 0 Output Module is connected via a daisy chain to the last A 16R Expansion of a system can continue as your needs require Any available A Net Out can be used to connect to the A Net In on any compatible device Again each A Net cable used can be up to 500 feet long making this system capable of spanning long distance between rooms floors etc A 16D Pro A Net Distributors can be substituted for the A 16D AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 37 Using Multiple System Bridges Expansion of a system can include multiple AN 16SBR System Bridges This allows audio to be fed to different locations as needed Using multiple System Bridges follows the same connection rules as outlined previously Port on one System Bridge always connects data to Port on another System Bridge etc System Bridges can also be used to combine A Net streams from multiple networks in an installation allowing for example ports and B from Network 1 to be sent along with streams B and C from Network 2 to a third area creating Network 3 A Net Out A Net In A Net Out an E AA 3 am EE gg AN 16 0 System Bridge System Bridge AN 16SB ON gt ON o Bridge A Net In System Bridge A second set of System Bridges move 64 channels of audio over one Cat 5e cable to another
44. o to a variety of different locations and to include Aviom s Pro16 Monitor Mixing System for performers 16 Channels Out lt A Net Expansion gt Audio channels 1 16 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out AN 16 0 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In AN 16 0 ANet 16 Channels Out AN 16 0 16 Channels Out Audio channels 17 32 16 Channels Out An expanded Pro16 system with multiple digital splits In this example a 16 x 16 network has been expanded to include three additional AN 16 o Output Modules on each side of the network Each AN 16 0 is connected via A Net using a Cat 5e cable Remember that the cable lengths between each A Net device can be up to 500 feet 150 meters long AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 31 To expand a Pro16 network First start by configuring the network according to your basic needs either as 32 x 0 or 16 x 16 Add additional AN 16 0 Output modules by connecting a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out port on one of the con nected AN 16 o Output Modules to the A Net In port on an AN 16 o Output Module that you want to use to expand the system Each additional AN 16 0 that you want to add is connected by patching a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the module preceding it to its A Net In jack Adding an A 16D Distributor While the A 16D A Net Distributor is not compatible with
45. one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particu larly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped No on off power switches are included in the system The external power supply should be used to control power to an Aviom device This power supply should remain readily operable The solid line over dashed line symbol indicates that the input voltage must be a DC voltage The box within a box symbol n indicates that
46. ont Panel 0 1 2 3 4 C Clip O O O zh o signl O IH O O E AVIOM Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level O E ra 22 40 10 22 40 10 dBu dBV dBu dBV FUNCTION Clip LED red lights when the audio signal is 3dB below full scale OdB Signal Present LED green lights to show that an audio signal is present on a channel Stereo Link Switch in the left position each channel is mono in the right position the channels are linked as a stereo pair Input Level Switch selects one of four available operating levels selectable for each channel pair Power LED indicates that the AN 16 i is on AN 16 7 e A Net Input Module AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 10 Rear Panel O O e O O nin 9 ew 18 24 V DC Regulated Power Expansion Out 500 mA A Net O In VION AN 16 2 A Net Input Module 16 MEET 1 oc Power Jack connect the DC power supply here A Net Expansion Jack used when creating a 32 channel system MR two AN 16 i and two AN 16 0 units 3 Net Out Jack connects to any A Net compatible device Analog Audio Input TRS balanced 1 4 jack accepts any line level audio signal 5 Thru Jack a copy of the balanced analog audio from the In jack AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 11 AN 16 i Input Module This section explains the basic layout of your new
47. pply polarity 8 Pro16 1 3 33 Personal Mixers 14 Pro16 Monitor Mixing System 31 Pro64 4 R Rack mounting 8 rack mounting screws 8 replace the power supply 7 RJ45 9 RJ45 connector 4 RoHS ii router 4 S Send Return Points 44 insert 22 series connection 17 Signal LED 10 12 Specifications 40 stereo channel 14 stereo input 14 Stereo Link 14 15 Stereo Link Switch 10 Submixing 20 System Bridge 3 26 33 38 using multiple 38 T Thru 15 Thru jack 17 AN 16 i 11 23 Tip Ring and Sleeve 17 TRS 17 19 40 TRS balanced 11 TRS Inserts 23 U unbalanced 17 19 Unshielded Twisted Pair 4 UPS 7 Using Multiple System Bridges 38 UTP 4 Y Y1 33 39 Yamaha 33 39 Y cable 23 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 45 Warranty Registration Please take a moment to fill in this warranty registration form Return it to Aviom via mail or fax All information will be kept confidential Model Number gt gt Product Serial Number Model Number gt gt Product Serial Number Model Number Product Serial Number Model Number gt gt Product Serial Number Date Purchased Dealer Name Dealer Location Your Name Address Address City State Province Zip Postal Code Country Email Address Fax this form to Aviom at 1 610 738 9950 AVIOM 1157 Phoenixville Pike Suite 201 West Chester PA 19380 Voice 1 610 738 9005 Fax 1 610
48. rnet a Local Area Network or LAN technology This provides A Net with a mature and robust base on which to build However it is important to note that A Net devices are not compatible with Ethernet devices As used in the Pro16 series products the A Net signal carries sixteen channels of digital data from the AN 16 i Input Module to each A Net device connected to the system Some of the benefits of using A Net to transmit digital audio are Virtually no latency No ground loops e Easy cabling using readily available components An unlimited number of A Net devices can be used in a AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 3 system e Ease in spanning long distances between system compo nents v Note While the Cat 5e cables and connectors used on your Aviom products look like typical computer Ethernet network connections do not connect computers routers or other home and business networking equipment to your Aviom products Compatibility with Pro64 Many Pro16 products can be connected to a Pro64 A Net system with the addition of the ASI A Net Systems Interface The ASI translates Pro64 A Net data into Pro16 data and separates the 64 channel Pro64 stream into up to four 16 channel Pro16 outputs depending on the Pro64 sample rate being used Only Pro16 devices that have an A Net In port such as Personal Mixers A Net Distributors and output modules are compatible with Pro64 and the ASI Pro16 input modules and console cards
49. tage 90 240 volts 50 60Hz 30VA Polarity Outer negative Inner positive mese nm AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE E Power Supply Polarity Note that polarity of the plug found on the DC power supply needs to match that of the original power supply that came with your Aviom equipment Aviom products use a center positive power supply The outer contact is negative the inner contact is positive See the diagram above Installing in an Equipment Rack The AN 16 i Input Module is designed to be installed in a standard 19 inch audio equipment rack This design is both for easy transportation of the unit and for protection Each unit takes up one standard rack space 19 inches wide by 1 75 inches high The rack ears on each side of the device are designed to support the weight of the AN 16 i without additional hardware Each rack ear contains holes for two screws per side Always support the unit with all four screws To rack mount the AN 16 i position it in the equipment rack at the desired location Use standard rack mounting screws 10 32 size to attach the unit to your rack hardware Tighten all four screws firmly but avoid overtightening You may want to use non metallic washers between the rack mounting screws and the device s finished surface to avoid marring the painted finish on your Aviom products Always allow adequate ventilation for devices mounted in equipment racks Avoid placing
50. te an audio network When creating a network with four AN Series units one A Net Expansion jack will be connected to an A Net n port while the other A Net Expansion jack will be connected to an A Net Out port The A Net Out jacks on the AN 16 0 Output Modules should be unused when only four AN Series units are being used to create a network These are then available for adding extra AN 16 0 Output Modules for digital splits or for connecting to a Pro16 monitor mixing system The cable connecting the two sides of the network carry ing thirty two channels of audio should be connected to one A Net n port and one A Net Out port Do not connect Cat 5e cables carrying expanded system data more than 16 channels to an A 16D or A 16D Pro Distributor or Personal Mixer product The maximum cable length specification of 500 feet 150 meters applies to the length between an A Net n port and an A Net Out port Cables used to connect devices via the A Net Expansion jacks must fall within this maximum distance An A Net Expansion port is never connected to another A Net Expansion port AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 27 32 Channels Send System The 32 x 0 configuration has all audio inputs on one side of the audio network and all audio outputs on the other side Audio channels 1 16 16 Channels annes n Fanen AN 16 0 lt A Net Expansion 3 gt RS Audio channels 17 32 Aer 32 audio signals are
51. to an effect device such as a reverb Using a dedicated set of knobs found in each channel strip each channel can have a different amount of the effect applied as needed AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 21 An Aux Send does not have to be used exclusively with effects though You can think of an Aux Send as another mini mixer it functions in a similar manner to a bus output It is used to pass the audio signals from the console to another destination You can use any combination of available audio sources with the AN 16 i Input Module The method for using an Aux Send to create a monitor mix is similar to that described for using a bus output Most consoles have from two to eight Aux Sends Some console designs also allow Aux Sends to be pre or post fader The number of independent audio signals that can be sent to the AN 16 i Input Module via Aux Sends will depend upon the design of the mixing console you are using The following diagram shows multiple mixer channels sending various amounts of signal to one aux send The master output of the aux send is fed to an input on the AN 16 i Input Module output is a single audio signal channels feed audio to aux send 1 An Aux Send allows each channel to be routed to an output independent of the channel fader Insert Send Return Points The insert loop on an audio mixer is typically used as a means of extending the processing capabilities of the mixer on a channel by channel basis
52. udio inputs and the sixteen audio Thru jacks Signal routing into and out of the AN 16 i Input Module has been designed to be extremely flexible allowing the AN 16 i to integrate into virtually any audio environment AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 15 2 10 18 24 V DC Regulated Power Expansion A Net In Aviom mas OG AN 16 i rear panel connections Power Connector The AN 16 i Input Module comes with a switching type power supply This type of power supply can be used with a wide range of AC wall current outputs This means that you do not need to replace the power supply if the unit will be used in countries where current voltages are different if you travel with your Aviom gear occasionally You may however need plug adapters to allow the power supply to be connected to wall outlets internationally since many countries use different physical plug layouts for their power systems A Net Connections Two A Net connections appear on the rear panel of the AN 16 i They are marked A Net Out and A Net Expansion A Net Out The A Net Out jack sends the A Net data from the AN 16 i to an A Net compatible device such as the A 16ll Personal Mixer or AN 16 0 Output Module Use any standard Cat 5e cable for connections between devices Remember that the maximum cable length between devices is 500 feet 150 meters When a proper A Net connection between the AN 16 i Input Module and a Pro1
53. w product and to have your Pro16 system up and running in no time Features The AN 16 i is part of Aviom s Pro16 Series of products it can be combined with other Pro16 devices to create monitor systems digital snakes and audio distribution systems for applications such as live performance broadcast and recording AN 16 i Input Module Features Sixteen line level audio inputs High quality A to D conversion Adjustable input gain switches per channel pair Eight stereo channel Link switches Signal and Peak LEDs on each channel A Net Out and Expansion jacks e 1U high rack mountable enclosure Sixteen balanced 1 4 inch TRS jacks for audio Input connections Sixteen balanced 1 4 inch TRS jacks for audio Thru connec tions Conventions Used in this Document AN Series The AN 16 i Input Module AN 16 i M Mic Input Module and AN 16 o Output Module are referred to generically as the AN Series of products When describing audio network configurations the AN 16 i M Mic Input Module and most Pro16 console interface cards can be substituted anywhere the AN 16 i is used Using Personal Mixers It is possible to create an audio distribution and personal monitor system using any combination of Aviom AN Series and Personal Mixer products including the A 16ll and A 16R AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 1 When referring to the use of the personal mixers in a system in general the terms A 161I Mixer or Personal Mixer
54. with Pro64 4 computer network 4 Configuration Notes 35 Connecting a Mixer 19 Connecting Audio 19 console interface card 33 36 39 Control Surface 14 crossover cables 5 D daisy chain 17 37 DC Power Jack AN 16 i 11 DC power supply 7 digital split 18 27 31 32 37 Dimensions 41 43 Direct Output 19 Distributor 18 E effect processor 24 effects device 14 22 23 Effects Send 21 EtherCon Connector 9 Ethernet 3 expanded network 32 Expanding 37 Expansion jack 16 32 33 F Front Panel AN 16 i 12 G gain 19 Gain Settings 40 gain staging 13 group output 20 console 20 H headroom 13 Impedance 40 inline coupler 6 Input jacks 17 Input Levels 13 Input Level Switch 10 13 insert points 24 Insert Send Return 22 23 Installing in a Rack 8 L LAN Local Area Network 3 Latency 40 LED descriptions of 10 LEDs 12 Level Switch 13 Linking Channels 15 Link Switch 14 AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE Local Area Network 3 M maximum cable length 6 29 Maximum input level 13 Maximum Input Level 40 Mic Input Module 1 33 mixer sub groups 14 monitor with effect 24 without effect 24 Mono 15 network 4 networking 4 Neutrik 9 Neutrik EtherCon See EtherCon P Package Contents 3 Parallel A Net Routing 18 parallel connection 18 permanent installation 5 Personal Mixer 14 15 27 31 37 Power LED 15 AN 16 i 10 power supply 16 plug size 7 replacing 7 Power Supply 40 power su
55. your Pro16 product directly above or below other rack mounted devices that produce high levels of heat such as power amps AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 8 EtherCon Connector Some Aviom products use EtherCon Cat 5 connectors The Neutrik EtherCon connector is a dual RJ45 type connector It can receive a standard Cat 5e cable or a cable fitted with the special heavy duty EtherCon connector When using a standard Cat 5e cable plug the cable into the center of the jack release the cable by pressing on the small plastic tab built into the cable connector The locking EtherCon connector is similar to an XLR cable the kind commonly used on microphones Insert an EtherCon equipped cable into the jack until it clicks and locks in place To remove the cable press on the metal release tab at the top of the panel mounted EtherCon jack and pull the connector outward Cleaning and Maintenance Information The exterior of your Aviom products should be cleaned with a dry soft lint free cloth For tougher dirt you can use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent When cleaning your Aviom products never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces Instead spray a small amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first Then use the dampened cloth to clean the product v Note Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products AN 16 1 INPur Mopute User GUIDE 9 Fr
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