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2. Each unit requires its own iDR System Manager session for Master Slave When iDR 8 units are linked one becomes the master and the others the slaves This is so that they synchronise their audio communication The first iDR 8 in the chain automatically becomes the master However this is not the case in a loop back system where the audio from the last unit is linked back into the first unit Here you need to force one unit to become the master This is described later Master slave status is indicated by two LEDs on the iDR 8 front panel To view these the face plate needs to be removed The slave LED lights when the unit is assigned as a slave The ext sync lock LED lights when audio is being correctly synchronised between the units Both LEDs are off if the unit is the master Daisy chained units This example shows two units chained together and including the audio expanders Unit A becomes the sync master Unit B the slave The 5 cable between them connects 8 channels of audio These can be selected from any combination of channels using the source patchbays Any of the Unit A inputs can be routed through the
3. O 7 14 13 1 Mains input Use the IEC lead with moulded 7 DR Link port RJ45 socket for control of iDR mains plug suitable for your local mains voltage audio and logic expander units using CATS STP The protection fuse rating is marked on the rear cable IN and OUT ports are provided on the panel The on off switch is positioned on the rear expander units so that the control can be daisy panel to prevent accidental operation chained through a system with more than one expander 2 Network port RJ45 socket for connection to an Ethernet network or PC using 5 cable 8 Audio expander ports RJ45 sockets for This port is recommended for configuring the communicating 8 channel digital audio between system with iDR software The MDI X switch the iDR 8 and its expanders using CAT5 STP selects network or direct to PC operation The link cable Two cables are required between the LED lights when communication is established expander and iDR 8 one for the audio the other The TX LED lights when data is communicated for DR Link control Note The RS232 MIDI SysNet and PL Anet 9 Mic Line inputs Balanced XLR inputs for control ports are not all available at the same time microphone and line level sources Adding the A combination of two is selected using iDR iDR in expands the iDR 8 to 16 inputs System Manager The associated active LED lights whe
4. Adding the iDR switch Expander ALLEN amp HEATH iDR switch 24 IN 16 QUT SWITCH CONTROLLER The iDR switch is an add on control expander for the iDR 8 audio mix processor It 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 patch recall logic control automatic control of room dividers projection screens media players lamps and other equipment The inputs and outputs are opto isolated to avoid problems with equipment interaction Grounding the switch inputs using simple contact closures triggers the programmed function The logic outputs are open collector and can be wired to use the internal reference voltage or an external power supply These typically drive LED indicators filament bulbs relays and circuit logic Wiring the interface should be carried out by competent installation personnel The switch and output functions are easily programmed using the iDR System Manager software The iDR 8 communica
5. NULL MODEM RS232 CABLE DL NORMAL RS232 CABLE Use null modem cable to connect to PC com port RS232 MODEM Select Communications Option x amp R5232 B Sys Net C A RS232 B MIDI C A RS232 B PL Anet C A Sys Net B PL Anet C A Sys Net B MIDI C A MIDI B PLAnet N B Selection A is connected to the front panel R5232 connector nstead of the usual connector if the Front Rear switch is depressed N B Selecting PL Anet enables 20v DC onto the PL Anet connector to avoid damage ensure that only compatible equipment is connected Cancel Help The default iDR 8 PPP settings are Host IP 192 168 0 1 Client IP 192 168 0 2 Username iDR Password A amp H PC dial up connection settings required Modem 56000 bps V90 Dial up server PPP Internet Protocol TCP IP Same Username as iDR 8 Same Password as iDR 8 A front and a rear RS232 connection is provided You choose which one to use by setting the front panel switch Only one can be active at any time indicated by a green LED The RS232 port is selected as one of the communication options in the iDR System Manager Preferences item The front panel connection is for updating the iDR unit operating code via your PC COM port You can also use it to run iDR System Manager with the unit by setting up a PPP dial up connection However this is much slower than the reco
6. IDR 8 User Guide iDR Unit A IN 8A FORCE SYNC MASTER OU y 7A 6A 5A 4A 3A 2A 1A O0000000 T8 7 6 5 4 3 1 MM oop 9666060202026 iDR Unit B IN 8B IN OUT 0000 o o o SYNC SLAVE wm OUT8 78 68 5B l 6 4B 3B 2B 1B 3 eec e pk 96k 000 Select Synchronisation Options gl Automatic Sync Selection Normal Force Sync Master Cancel Help OH 944 DRO 9 4 h H o HeHDBe DH H_ H HDO H H D 909 44 gt O tH H gt 644 L H H e eo j DRO PO4 DRO 93 LH De 1 D O pire 6 0 3 H 7H Ho HDO Q H H H HeH DB 6 D 4 H H I 56 rH HOCH tH 7 ry 1 7 T 085 1_ 1 Fr M n E _ DIGITALBUS1 8 M tt L HL H H m HH HALE HL 4 4 FL OH e i ep iDR 8 User Guide e e d pe e Loop back system This example shows two
7. next previous i i i m Checking for iDR switch expanders You can check to see how many iDR switch units are connected and working from within iDR System Manager by opening up the Soft LEDs or Soft Keys windows Connecting to the iDR 8 The iDR 8 communicates with the iDR switch using the DR Link port This serial 900 200000000 connection can be daisy chained through the 3 switch units as E shown and then on to the iDR in and iDR out expanders if B aooo fitted Make sure you plug the DR Link IN and OUT sockets correctly Use CAT5 STP cables with RJ45 connectors Do not use UTP cable A standard 2 metre cable is provided with each unit You can use cables up to 300 metres long between units for remote positioning Ensure a good mains supply and solid grounding to each unit DR Link Planning the system Before starting make sure you have planned how the system is to work Allocate the switch inputs and logic outputs and keep a log of their intended function Use the iDR System Manager software to configure the system Simulation windows are provided for you to try out your settings without access to the units themselves 34 IDR 8 User Guide Important Note The iDR switch provides contact closure switch inputs and open collector logic outputs How these are wired to external equipment is the responsibility of the installer Specification details are pr
8. 14 Earth terminals These are provided to earth ground the switch and logic output cable shields iDR 8 User Guide 9 System Processing Overview 10 The iDR 8 has 8 analogue inputs and 8 analogue outputs However it has the onboard DSP processing for a full 16 input and 16 outputs The extra 8 inputs and or outputs are available when the iDR in and or iDR out audio expanders are added Only one of each may be added This means that you can create an 8x8 16x8 8x16 or 16x16 system to suit your requirements The stereo monitor input and output can also be added into the matrix in a non expanded iDR 8 to create a 10x10 system iDR 8 and iDR 4 units can be daisy chained together using the 8 channel wide digital expander bus to create even more flexible systems with additional local inputs and outputs and a maximum 16x16 matrix The system architecture illustrating the expanded iDR is shown below EXPANDER T T iDR INPUT OUTPUT DH 1 J 1 D o 2 2 gt 3 3 4 A 4 o 3 s C3 H
9. gt R TO INPUT SOURCE PATCHBAY ADC Monitor TRS Input and Output The monitor is available as a line level signal on the rear panel A pair of TRS jack sockets accept an external stereo source as the input and another pair present the stereo output The L and R signals have separate sockets Maximum level available is 18dBu Decide the normal operating level according to headroom required Typical level is 0 or 4dBu Each TRS socket is differentially balanced and wired tip hot ring cold and sleeve ground To use these with unbalanced equipment link the ring to the sleeve Monitor Headphones Output This follows the TRS monitor output signals Plug stereo headphones into the front panel socket We recommend that you use high quality closed ear headphones from 30 to 600 ohms impedance Adjust the level trimmer using a flat bladed implement such as a screwdriver It can be accessed with the face plate on or off In most cases re adjustment should not be necessary once the unit is installed and operated normally Using the monitor Plug headphones into the front socket Connect the rear panel line outputs into a stereo amplifier driving monitor loudspeakers You can select the source to monitor in three ways 1 Front panel Setup menu 7 With the face plate removed press and hold the MENU key until the Setup menus are accessed Press ENTER to scroll through until menu 7 Monitoring is displayed Press the scro
10. Compatibility directives 89 336 EEC amp 92 31 EEC and the C This product complies with the European Electromagnetic European Low Voltage Directives 73 23 EEC amp 93 68 EEC This product has been tested to EN55103 Parts 1 amp 2 1996 for use in Environments E1 E2 E3 and E4 to demonstrate compliance with the protection requirements in the European EMC directive 89 336 EEC During some tests the specified performance figures of the product were affected This is considered permissible and the product has been passed as acceptable for its intended use Allen amp Heath has a strict policy of ensuring all products are tested to the latest safety and EMC standards Customers requiring more information about EMC and safety issues can contact Allen amp Heath NOTE Any changes or modifications to the equipment not approved by Allen amp Heath could void the compliance of the equipment and therefore the users authority to operate it iDR 8 User Guide AP4530 Issue 3 Copyright 2008 Allen amp Heath Limited All rights reserved 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 ALLEN HEATH Allen amp Heath Limited Kernick Industrial Estate Penryn Cornwall TR10 9LU UK http www allen heath com IDR 8 User Guide Important Safety Instructions Read First
11. iDR in and iDR out are add on audio expander units for the iDR 8 audio mix processor They provide additional analogue audio inputs and outputs to add to those on the main unit The iDR in has 8 mic line inputs the iDR out has 8 line outputs Only one of each may be added to the iDR system bringing it up to a maximum 16x16 audio matrix These units do not have any processing built in They simply convert between analogue and digital audio to work with an 8 channel wide digital bus which feeds the main unit via a CAT5 STP cable The processing is available on the main unit which features the full 16x16 matrix Both units have 8 front panel LEDs in addition to the 3 status indicators These are 3 colour soft LEDs which can be assigned as audio meters mute indicators or static patch related indicators They are programmed in the usual way using the iDR System Manager software The iDR in features the same input preamps as the main unit complete with switchable 48V phantom power 20dB pad and gain control Control of the expanders is via the DR Link port using a CAT5 STP cable This means that two CAT5 cables are required to interconnect an expander to the main unit Maximum distance between the units is 250 metres Local mains power is required Make sure you have read the Important Safety Instructions printed earlier Also check that your local mains supply is compatible with that printed on the rear if n esr a ALLEN amp HEATH panel of the u
12. iDR Connection o x Select an iDR Unit iE 0 1 Offline Cancel Help 9PIN FEMALE TO MALE RS232 CABLE PHONE SOCKETS TELEPHONE LINE PHONE CABLE 1 Connect the iDR 8 to the modem Use the rear panel RS232 MODEM port Check that the active indicator next to itis lit If it is not then select the RS232 communication option as described previously Use a standard RS232 cable Make sure that the modem is plugged into the telephone line 2 Dial up the iDR 8 using the remote PC Open up the previously created dial up connection Enter the correct username and password Type in the phone number of the iDR 8 modem Click the Dial button 3 Run the iDR System Manager software Once communication is established with the iDR 8 an icon appears in the task bar indicating that the PC is on line Start the iDR System Manager application Note that the program will run a lot slower than direct network connection This is due to the nature of the slower serial connection Connecting the iDR 8 Direct to the PC 0906069000990 FRONT e EiS o FEMALE SS RS232 SERIAL PORT STANDARD 9PIN MALE TO FEMALE RS232 CABLE 5232 SERIAL PORT iDR 8 User Guide 666506006 NULL MODEM 9PIN FEMALE TO FEMALE CABLE Connect the iDR 8 to the PC You can use either the front panel or the rear panel R
13. Maximum external supply voltage must not exceed 24V DC Maximum current sink through any open GROUND collector output must not exceed 200mA EXTERNAL POWER SUPPLY 200mA max lt __ A few examples are shown in the diagram here For further CURRENT SINK advice contact Allen amp Heath technical support Remote controllers The iDR switch is designed to be used with a wide range of remote control devices including custom wall plates and operator panels Check out the Allen amp Heath range of PL wall plates and remote controllers This range is continually developing and it is likely that some may be suitable for your application At the time of print of this user guide the PL 2 wall plate is available for use with the iDR switch It has 4 switches and 4 3 colour LEDs which can be hard wired to the unit It can be fitted into a UK or US standard single wall box For further details visit the Allen amp Heath web site iDR switch e ALLENBHEATH j mou IDR switch e e 2 b IP Q7 Switch closures Open collector logic Relays Lamps 36 IDR 8 User Guide active MIDI SysNet and PL Anet Ports Together with RS232 the MIDI SysNet and PL Anet serial ports are part of the communications options available The iDR 8 offers huge flexibility by offering all these popular ports However they are not all available at the same ti
14. 2 p day amp clock Q Q e network setup diagnostics hold for 2 seconds Setting the Unit Name Before your PC can take control of the iDR 8 you need to set up its unit name and communication settings This is done using a simple front panel menu system Once communication is established between the PC and iDR 8 you use the iDR System Manager software to configure and control the unit To access the menus f it is already fitted first remove the iDR 8 face plate by removing the 4 corner screws using the 2mm hex driver provided This exposes the menu access keys Navigating the menus Press and hold the MENU key for 2 seconds until Setup is displayed Press the A and V keys to scroll through the available menu options Each menu is numbered N n where N is the main menu number and n the sub menu When you find the menu you want press ENTER Press the and V keys to change the value Press the gt ENTER and ESC keys to accept or decline the changes and navigate through the sub menus Always press ENTER to save your changes When you are finished press ESC to exit the menus The iDR 8 is identified to the PC or network by its unit name This name is displayed in the list of available units when you open a new iDR System Manager session To change the unit name select menu item 4 Unit Name Scroll through each character using the gt ENTER and lt ESC keys and change the value using the A and V keys
15. MODEM NETWORK JAN x SYSNET PORT MODEM p 7 Y INS active active e e T i I 2 PL ANET DR LINK AUDIO IN AUDIO OUT xe oe MERE 47 5290 90 MAX CAUTION2OVDC DIGITAL EXPANDER 1 ovo ony 9 RoE CINE R MONTOR i vno THS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED SERIAL NUEER ATTENTION RE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTI 4 FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING CALTON RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR ALLENAMERTHLIMTED Complies wih ULOSO0 555 080055 f iDR in AUDIO UT FUSE TSOOMAL 100 240v ALLEN amp HEATH 279 47 6302 25W N n SERIAL NUMBER L DIGITAL EXPANDER s CARACTERISTIQUES FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGANST RISK OF FRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING MIC LINE INPUTS CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AV RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE PAS OUVRIR ALLENAHEATH LM Compas wih LLES00 CS G6 enn aese awm gt ALLEN amp HEATH iDR out our ouk N AUDIO IN ome EN FUSE T500maL gt JCE id SPA ARTHED SEAL uae L DIGITAL EXPANDER 1 ATTENTION REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUE M VOR CONTIED PROTECTION AGANST RISK OF FRE REPLACE FUSE WITA SAME TYPE AD RATING crm LINE OUTPUTS
16. Metering Input meters selectable source post EQ post dynamics post fade Output meters selectable post matrix pre fade post fade post limiter Assignable 3 colour panel meters green 24dBu yellow OdBu red 14dBu GUI meters extensive on screen metering displayed for all points in the signal path GUI meter style Select 1 of 4 meter bar display types PEQ Input channels 4 band fully parametric Output channels 8 band fully parametric including crossover filter slopes Band types HF shelf LF shelf bell HPF LPF notch crossover filter Gain 15dB cut boost Makeup gain 12dB Width variable Q 0 5 to 6 constant Q on off Notch filter width 10Hz to 100Hz Crossover filter Butterworth Linkwitz Riley up to 24dB octave Display frequency response curve meter Controls in out flatten Gate Threshold 72 to 18dBu Depth 0 to 80dB Attack 20us to 300us Hold 50ms to 5s Release 50ms to 1s Display level response curve gate active in out and sidechain meters Controls in out sidechain in out iDR 8 User Guide Compressor Threshold 48 to 18dBu Ratio variable 1 1 to 1 infinite Knee hard soft Makeup gain 0 to 18dB Attack 300us to 300ms Release 100ms to 2s Auto modes live music AGC vocal speech Display level response curve gain reduction in out sidechain meters time versus reduction histogram Controls in out sidechain in out auto on o
17. Read instructions Do not open Power sources Power cord Grounding Ventilation Moisture Heat Environment Handling Servicing Installation Retain these safety and operating instructions for future reference Heed all warnings printed here and on the equipment Follow the operating instructions printed in this User Guide There are no user serviceable parts inside Refer any service work to competent technical personnel only Connect the unit to mains power only of the type described in this User Guide and marked on the rear panel The power source must provide a good ground connection Use the power cord with sealed mains plug appropriate for your local mains supply as provided with the equipment If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet consult your service agent Route the power cord so that it is not likely to be walked on stretched or pinched by items placed upon or against it Do not defeat the grounding and polarisation means of the power cord plug Do not remove or tamper with the ground connection in the power cord Do not obstruct the ventilation slots or position the unit where the air flow required for ventilation is impeded If the unit is to be operated in a rack plinth or other furniture ensure that it is constructed to allow adequate ventilation To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock do not expose the unit to rain or moisture or use it in damp or wet conditions Do no
18. connecting the unit to a PC or network using TCP IP You can select automatic address allocation by a DHCP server or enter the IP address and Subnet Mask manually 6 PPP Setup This must be done before communicating with a modem or PC via RS232 using a dial up connection Enter the host and client addresses username and password 7 Monitoring Lets you select any point in any channel for monitoring using the headphones and rear panel monitor output It is a convenient way to check the audio signals without the need for a PC and without affecting the normal operation of the unit 8 Diagnostics Provides useful setup and status information Scroll character A amp H character Max 16 characters character Max 16 characters numbers 168 0 2 Scroll numbers 192 168 0 2 numbers numbers 168 0 1 Scroll numbers 192 168 0 1 numbers numbers 255 255 0 Scroll numbers 255 255 255 0 numbers 255 scroll numbers 255 255 255 0 Scroll numbers 255 255 255 0 numbers scroll numbers 192 168 0 1 Scroll numbers 192 168 0 1 numbers Max 16 characters Scroll day Day of Week DAY Tuesday scroll minutes TIME 12 44 41 scroll hours TIME 12 44 41 Scroll patches 01 Name 1 Patch Select 18 Scroll seconds TIME 12 44 41 IDR 8 User Guide Accessing the iDR 8 Setup Menus Y co audio monitor ESC ENTER MENU patch select
19. ground isolation between the wall plate and equipment rack connect the cable shield at the iDR switch end only METAL WALLPLATE If a local ground is not available then use the cable shield to connect the plate to the chassis of the iDR switch unit as c 1 shown This is not necessary if the wall plate is made of non CHASSIS EARTH conductive material such as plastic which insulates it from the operator Using the switch closure inputs rhe input is lt lt opto coupled to isolate the iDR switch from the connected equipment It is switched by linking its connector pin to the ground G pin Use a contact closure such as a momentary press switch to do this INPUTS The input pin is fed from the internal 10V reference supply 6876543216 through a 2k2 ohm resistor Around 5mA maximum current G 16 15 14 13 12 11109 G flows when connected to ground Combined switch and cable 24 28 22 21 20 19 18 17 resistance should not exceed 1k ohm for the switch to activate Each 10way connector provides 8 switch inputs Either pin 1 or pin 10 G may be used as the common switch ground One cable can feed this ground to a bank of switches Two are shown in the diagram here Do not use the chassis ground 22 screw which is for cable shielding and safety earthing only INTERNAL DR switch CIRCUIT 1 OF 8 SHOWN 3 For reliable operation we recommend the use of heavy duty sealed switches iDR 8 User Gui
20. 7 47 H 8 8 o 9 9 10 10 o 11 11 12 12 13 4 13 o 14 14 15 Md 15 o 16 16 j ACTIVE MONITOR MONITOR IN e e l EXPANDER 9 T T iDR out Tes VY Y MONITOR OUT 9 9 HEADPHONES IDR 8 User Guide VYVYY ne ze ne 2e ne ne ze ze rT PHYSICAL INPUTS if INPUT CHANNELS ANALOG INPUT 1 1 8 EXPANDER 48V PAD Q 4 1 NAME NAME SIDECHAIN OSCILLATOR PINK NOISE WHITE NOISE 1 3 OCT STEREO INPUT 9 1 16 MONITOR INPUT LQ ADC ADC 15 16 HF SHELF LF SHELF BELL HF FILTER LF FILTER XOVER FILTER E 8 1 OUTPUT 6 OUTPUT CHANNELS 4 PHYSICAL OUTPUTS 4 ANALOG OUTPUT 20e EXPANDER PHONES TRIM e 0 DAC f FADER The channel architecture illustrating the processing blocks is shown above For detailed instructions on using these please refer to the Help file which comes with the iDR System Manager software Physical inputs and outputs These are the hardware audio connections including XLRs digital expanders headphones and
21. ALLEN amp HEATH power iDR out AUDIO OUTPUT EXPANDER iDR switch 24 IN 16 QUT SWITCH CONTROLLER Shown with face plate removed 1 Rack ears Mount the unit into a standard 19 equipment rack Can be removed for stand alone desk or shelf mounting 2 Rubber feet Provided separately Press these into the base holes for stand alone desk or shelf mounting 3 Write on label strip To mark up the soft key and LED functions using a suitable marker pen or adhesive label A Windows Word template is provided with the software 4 Face plate fixing holes Fit the face plate using the four M3 screws provided once the unit is configured and labels fitted A suitable 2mm hex Allen key is supplied 5 LCD display Displays system information on a backlit 2x16 character LCD display You can configure this to display different combinations of clock patch name unit name and user defined text 6 Soft LEDs 32 3 colour LED indicators referred to as soft because they can be assigned by the installer as audio meters mute or patch related indicators They can display red green or yellow 7 Soft keys 16 momentary action switches which can be assigned by the installer as level mute or patch recall 8 Headphones output A front panel socket is provided for stereo headphone monitoring The le
22. The name can have up to 16 characters Checking the Current Settings and Status Rebooting the iDR 8 Select menu 8 Diagnostics Scroll through the various sub menus to view the current settings Menu 8 1 8 2 and 8 3 display the last current IP address Subnet Mask and Gateway address if applicable Make a note of these if you need to restore them later Note that the address shown is likely to be temporary if the unit is working with a DHCP server Menu 8 4 displays the unique MAC address belonging to the cpu card The Num Connects item displays the number of connections active via the NETWORK port example an iDR 8 connected to a network with two PCs both running an active session of iDR System Manager would report 2 connections It is a useful way of checking to see if the unit is being accessed The other information displayed includes which comms ports are active which audio expanders are connected digital audio sync status locked slave forced master and the number of remote devices connected to the PL Anet port To avoid any unexpected audible clicks or thumps always turn connected power amplifiers down or off before switching the iDR 8 or any other signal equipment on or off iDR 8 User Guide It is necessary to reboot the iDR 8 if you make changes to the network or PPP settings You can do this two ways Power the unit off then back on again or Press and then release the front panel
23. alarm or voice evacuation system is integrated Check which safety standards apply to your installation A backup UPS supply may be required The standards may also apply to the grade of cable and installation methods required iDR 8 User Guide Starting Offline with iDR System Manager Software 2 iDRHelp t tem Manager a Read Me Update iDR Unit Software COM1 File Edil Mew window Help d e iDR Connection Select an iDR Unit pon Offline iDR 8 Offline iDR 4 iDR Unit Name Turning the iDR 8 On and Off You need to install the iDR System Manager software on your PC This requires Windows 95 98 NT ME 2K or XP We recommend that you check the Allen amp Heath web site for the latest version We are continually updating our software to add new features or make improvements Download the latest version from our web site IMPORTANT Do not install this software over previous version The setup utility will install the iDR System Manager into its own directory so that previous versions can be retained A previous version can be uninstalled using the Windows Control Panel Add Remove Programs application Run the self extracting exe file to install the software Follow the on screen instructions Make sure you read the Release Notes before running the program These may contain important information about the new software version Start the iDR System Manager from
24. for daisy chained Allen amp Heath PL intelligent remote controllers Proprietary Allen amp Heath control protocol RJ45 RS485 with 20V DC phantom power Requires end of line termination CAT5 STP cable follows EIA TIA 568B standard Refer to Allen amp Heath application chart for lengths iDR 8 User Guide DR Link Port Serial control of iDR expander units Proprietary Allen amp Heath control protocol RJ45 connector IN and OUT ports provided on expanders to allow daisy chaining through multiple units CAT5 STP cable up to 300 metres 1000 feet iDR switch Inputs x24 Contact closure to connect pin to ground Opto isolated via 2k2 ohm from internal 10V supply Sink current 5mA Maximum cable resistance 1k ohm 3x 10way Phoenix connectors 8 switches per Mating screw terminal plugs supplied Ground screws provided for cable shields iDR switch Logic Outputs x16 Opto isolated open collector Floating collector and emitter terminals Internal DC source provided 10V 500mA total max External DC supply maximum 24V Up to 200mA current sink per output Ground screws provided for cable shields Power Supply Universal mains input switched mode design IEC 3pin country dependent mains lead supplied Rear panel power on off switch AC mains input 100 240V AC 50 60Hz Variable speed cooling fan in iDR 8 iDR 8 80VA max T1 6AL 20mm fuse iDR in iDR out 25VA max T500mAL 20mm fuse iDR switch 15VA max T500mAL 20mm fu
25. for more details We recommend that you regularly archive the configuration when you are preparing and installing iDR systems making OPEN ARCHIVE changes to system settings on site or updating the unit operating software Cfg FILE The iDR 8 is shipped with a DEFAULT configuration loaded An additional RESET configuration is provided These provide a useful starting point for configuring the system by clearing the memories and resetting the controls DEFAULT provides a quick start for basic testing of the hardware and cabling before working with the configuration software amp To archive or open a configuration start iDR System Manager and use the File menu Archive Configuration Ctrl S and Open Configuration Ctrl O items or the toolbar icons 26 IDR 8 User Guide XLR Analogue Inputs and Outputs BALANCED CONNECTION 2 hot 1 ground Male XLR plug 2 Ty 3 1 3 cold UNBALANCED CONNECTION Male XLR plug Gain x GAIN ANALOG INPUT PAD O ii ADC 1 BALANCED CONNECTION 1 ground 2 hot Female XLR plug N EN UNBALANCED CONNECTION Female XLR plug 8 iDR 8 User Guide MIC LINE Inputs Plug analogue microphone and line sources in these inputs The connections are differentially balanced XLR with pin2 hot pin3 c
26. have its own permanent IP address as this is leased by the server For these reasons it is very important that you take care when choosing and setting up the IP addresses If you do not have administrative rights to your PC or are not familiar with network configuration or are unsure which addresses to use then please consult your network administrator or IT manager D MAC address Media Access Control a unique 12 digit hexadecimal number allocated by the IEEE to each network hardware device The iDR 8 has its number held in its cpu card A look up table relates it to the active IP address D DHCP Dynamic Host Configuration Protocol A DHCP server automatically allocates IP addresses to networked devices from a pool of available addresses It makes the task of connecting devices much simpler and prevents address conflicts Each device connected should be set to DHCP ON or have its address manually allocated by the network administrator D MDI X Medium Dependent Interface a Switch which determines the electrical connection MDI is used when connecting to a network via a hub MDIX MDI crossover is used when devices are connected directly instead of through a hub Host a networked device that provides a service to a client device Client a networked device that requests the services of a computer system or process Dial up connection A temporary connection between devices for example using a modem
27. iDR 8 8 mic line in 8 line out main processor iDR in 8 mic line in audio expander iDR out 8 line out audio expander iDR switch 24 switch 16 logic output expander PL Range of wall plates and remote controllers iDR 8 Operator Front Panel Face plate fitted 2x16 character assignable backlit LCD display 16x installer assigned soft keys 2x scroll keys 32x installer assigned 3 colour soft LEDs Headphones socket with recessed level trim Key function label protected by window iDR 8 Installer Front Panel Face plate removed 4x 2mm hex screws Setup keys menu enter esc scroll up down Menu items patch select clock day unit name network setup PPP setup audio monitor diagnostics Status LEDs slave ext sync lock 96kHz RS232 for connection to PC COM port Front rear RS232 port select switch Code update mode switch Ident strip for installer fitted custom label iDR in iDR out Front Panels Status LEDs link lock power 8x installer assigned 3 colour soft LEDs iDR switch Front Panel Status LEDs link power DSP 2x Motorola 24bit processors 56bit mix accumulator Audio matrix 48kHz 16x16 Latency XLR in to XLR out with processing 2 3ms A D Converters 24bit resolution Dynamic range 109dB A weighted 106dB unweighted D A Converters 24bit resolution Dynamic range 115dB A weighted 112dB unweighted Performance Frequency response 20Hz 20kHz 0 0 5dB Crosstalk 80dB 9 1kHz OdB gain THD no
28. names so that you can restore your last settings if you make a mistake Decide your system starting point Assign the soft keys soft LEDs LCD text remote controls and which channels are to be stereo before you start saving patches It can be very complex changing these later once patches have been set up Set all parameters for normal operation Now save a full patch with all parameters selected You may want to assign this as the power up patch This gives you a known starting point Only store the parameters you need For your working patches decide which parameters should be affected and save only those in the patches That keeps the basic system assignment intact Keep it simple Focus on the needs of the application and avoid the temptation to create complex patch structures Plan the structure and apply sensible names to the patches It can be helpful to have patch related text displayed in the LCD Log your settings Keep a log of how you have set your patches up This is important if you need to revisit an installation some time in the future to make changes For example additional sources may have been added and patches need updating to include the new source Some Applications The possibilities are limited only by your imagination and ingenuity A few useful applications of the patch system include SINGLE KEY SOURCE SELECTION Assign a soft key for patch recall The patch it recalls routes the new source and also reassigns
29. over a standard phone line D PPP Point to Point Protocol a simple protocol for data transfer using a dial up communication over a serial interface IDR 8 User Guide SWITCH PRESSED CATS UTP RJ45 CABLE LAN PORT Password protection iDR System Manager can be password protected to prevent unauthorised access to the iDR 4 settings This is usually required when the unit is accessible over a network from different PC workstations For information on how to set up enable and change the password refer to the Help file which comes with the application SWITCH OUT 5 RJ45 CABLE LAN PORT NETWORK SOCKETS Before starting it is important that you refer to the network administrator for the required DHCP settings and IP addresses Failure to do this may result in address conflicts and service disruption How to get the MAC address If you need to obtain the unit hardware MAC address for network IP address administration then use the front panel Diagnostics Menu 8 4 iDR 8 User Guide Connecting the iDR 8 Direct to the PC 1 Connect the PC to the iDR 8 Plug the PC Ethernet port into the iDR 8 rear panel NETWORK port using the CAT5 UTP cable provided Power up the PC and iDR unit 2 Set the MDI X switch in This is located next to the NETWORK socket Press the switch in for direct connection The LINK indicator lights once communication is r
30. the key to another patch Next press recalls a different patch to route a different source and so on It could also associate the same LED but with a different colour to each patch This way one key can cycle through several selections with LED colour change to indicate status INTERLOCKED KEYS Pressing one key recalls a patch pressing the next recalls a different patch for example a row of keys selecting between different sources ZONE LEVEL CHANGE A wall plate key could recall a patch which affects the level in one zone only It could also change EQ settings for example to add more punch to a louder setting compensate for a noisier room or change the mood LCD MESSAGES You could send a message to another unit using a patch that affected just the display text 39 Technical Specification Y sm ES ENTER Bine slave Qo e d fagnosics i ew ALLEN amp HEATH iDR 8 Audio Mix Processor hold for 2 seconds For connection ta PC com port ALLEN amp HEATH ALLEN amp HEATH 2 pe m m iDR in AUDIO INPUT EXPANDER ALLEN amp HEATH lock ink AUDIO OUTPUT EXPANDER ALLEN amp HEATH ik iDR switch 24 IN 16 OUT SWITCH CONTROLLER e Use usr cabo to can t PC cam port MIDI QUT THRU MUN NIC LINE INPUTS RS232
31. units connected with the audio bus looped back from the last to the first This means that all inputs are available to both units using the patchbays and matrix Note that each unit must have its own session of iDR System Manager running for configuration The loop back system uses the audio expander ports In this configuration these are no longer available for plugging in the iDR in and iDR out expanders Force sync master Because it is not obvious to the looped units which is the audio sync master you need to manually assign one of the units to be the master If this is not done then the operation of the units is unpredictable Do this from within the iDR System Manager session for the unit you want to be the master usually the first in the chain Open the File menu Preferences Synchronisation Options window Tick the Force Sync Master item To avoid feedback oscillation make sure you do not route any output back to itself Plan carefully how you will use the input and output source patchbays and routing matrix Make sure all your patches are created to avoid feedback problems
32. virtual patchbays Routing the signals through the patchbays in this way provides the flexibility for common sources to be networked between multiple iDR units using CAT5 cable Monitor inputs and outputs A front panel stereo headphones output is provided Balanced line level L and R inputs and outputs are available on the rear panel The inputs feed the active monitor bus and can also be routed into the source patchbay The outputs are fed from a patchbay which gets its source from the active monitor bus or any output channel In this way these connections can be used either as a monitor system or as channels in their own right Signal generator Provides another selectable source feeding the input channels through the patchbay Variable frequency sine wave pink noise white noise or 1 3 octave band pass noise can be selected These can be used for system line up and testing The level is controlled using the fader and mute function Source patchbays These connect the physical inputs and outputs to the channels so providing a flexible virtual patchbay routing system One physical input can feed more than one input channel One output channel can feed more than one physical output Note that as with any physical patchbay you cannot route two sources into one channel or two channels into one output Mix matrix This is the routing heart of the system fed by all 16 input channels and feeding all 16 output channels It is k
33. 2 Note that all the channel processing such as equalisers and compressors is set flat or out If you set both the input and output levels to 92 then you should get OdB Fader 5dB unity gain through the unit With the face plate removed you can use the Setup menus to listen to selected points in the channels using the stereo monitor and headphones outputs adjust the time and day setting and enter the communication settings ready to connect your PC For information on configuring the system run the iDR System Manager software and refer to its Help file 20 IDR 8 User Guide Communicating with the iDR 8 iDR 8 User Guide The iDR 8 is configured using a PC running the Allen amp Heath Windows iDR System Manager application You need to connect your PC to the iDR 8 To get them to communicate you must first access the front panel Setup menus and set up a few communications settings You also need to set up your PC to work with these settings The iDR 8 communicates using well established computer communication methods Full details are provided in the next section There are two ways to connect your PC to the iDR 8 Network Port This uses a TCP IP connection over Ethernet You can connect direct to the network port on your PC or via a network using a standard CAT5 network cable Your PC must have a network port or card fitted Check that a suitable port is available You need to set up a unique IP address
34. ALLEN amp HEATH Digital Audio Mix Processor USER GUIDE Hardware Configuration For software configuration refer to the iDR System Manager Help file Publication AP4530 Limited One Year Warranty This product is warranted to be free from defects in materials or workmanship for period of one year from the date of purchase by the original owner To ensure a high level of performance and reliability for which this equipment has been designed and manufactured read this User Guide before operating In the event of a failure notify and return the defective unit to ALLEN amp HEATH Limited or its authorised agent as soon as possible for repair under warranty subject to the following conditions Conditions Of Warranty 1 The equipment has been installed and operated in accordance with the instructions in this User Guide 2 The equipment has not been subject to misuse either intended or accidental neglect or alteration other than as described in the User Guide or Service Manual or approved by ALLEN amp HEATH Any necessary adjustment alteration or repair has been carried out by ALLEN amp HEATH or its authorised agent The defective unit is to be returned carriage prepaid to ALLEN amp HEATH or its authorised agent with proof of purchase Units returned should be packed to avoid transit damage In certain territories the terms may vary Check with your ALLEN amp HEATH agent for any additional warranty which may apply
35. C for future connection Once the connection is made you open up the iDR System Manager and type in the Host IP Address set up on the iDR 8 The type of RS232 cable you use depends on whether you are connecting to the iDR 8 front or rear RS232 port and whether you are connecting to your PC or direct to a modem 21 Communicating Using A TCP IP Connection 22 DRECI CATS TCP IP LJ NETWORK TCP IP Some networking terms explained LAN Local Area Network the physical network that links many PCs and related devices in the same building Ethernet network system standard and cable the most popular worldwide It is defined by the IEEE802 3 implemented over twisted pair D Cats Category 5 the standard used for network cabling and associated connectors UTP STP Unshielded Twisted Pair or Shielded Twisted Pair the type of cable used The cable has four twisted pairs of wires STP is shielded to reduce interference pickup D TCP IP Transmission Control Protocol Internet Protocol a set of layered industry standard protocols which define network communication IP address the unique soft address which identifies each device connected to the network It is made up of 4 numbers each from 0 to 255 for example 192 168 0 1 IP addresses are governed by the InterNIC organisatio
36. CAL INPUTS r INPUT CHANNELS OUTPUT CHANNELS r PHYSICAL OUTPUTS 48V EXPANDER INPUT 9 16 MONITOR INPUT NAME OSCILLATOR PINK NOISE LQ NAME HF SHELF LF SHELF BELL HF FILTER LF FILTER XOVER FILTER ANALOG OUTPUT e EXPANDER ot e a MUTE INPUT IDR 8 OUTPUT SaD 1 H 741 DRO SaD i2 rH o De gt gt i s rH s De el Ha rs De Q D 5 3 s rs De e gt gt rds DRO gt gt 7 mz gt iDR in O gt is De el i rs 477 4 10 r3 9 707 EXPANDER Mp 20281 m EXPANDER Q 7 1 H ep JRL T5 toe Hos FUT el 14 o gt 35 1457 242 16 rH se MONITOR IN a er ded De MONITOR OUT o gt gt iDR 8 User Guide HEADPHONES w m PX DAC 9 iDR out e e e e e De De ne 41 Description
37. CODE UPDATE switch This takes around a minute as the unit searches but does not find update code It reboots after the update search has timed out Note that the code is not updated in this case Getting Started Checking the Hardware The iDR 8 is supplied with its settings pre configured so that you can turn it on and immediately get audio passing through it This can be useful when you are installing a unit on site and need to carry out initial tests on the hardware before the custom configuration software is loaded This can be done without the need to connect your PC and run the iDR System Manager software When shipped the iDR 8 is loaded with the DEFAULT configuration The iDR software provided with the unit also includes this configuration file so that you can load it again later if you want to restore the default settings INPUT METERS 1 8 OUTPUT METERS 1 8 ALLENSHEATH Allen amp Heath NOT USED Wed 13 44 08 NOT USED eoo0o0000 eo000000 7T 8 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 1 2 3 4 5 6 INPUT LEVEL UP DOWN lt LEVEL gt OUTPUT LEVEL UP DOWN 9 ALLEN amp HEATH e 2 INPUT METERS 9 16 iDR in 9 10 1 12 43 14 15 16 uoo wur oben ALLEN amp HEATH e TO OUTPUT METERS 9 16 m m iDR out 9 40 1112 13 14 15 169mm 9 gt The diagram above shows how the LCD soft keys and soft LEDs are assigned when you turn the unit on for the first time You can plug your tes
38. E 2 metre RJ45 Part number AH4818 Connects the unit to your PC or to a network 1x RS232 CABLE Part number AL3653 Connects the unit to your PC for operating code update 1x DOCUMENTATION PACK including Safety Sheet AP3345 this user guide AP4530 and the Registration Card AP3594 The iDR System Manager Software Available The self extracting file iDRnnn exe is available from the Allen amp Heath web site nnn is the version number For example iDR300 exe is version number V3 00 Once installed the software provides IMPORTANT Before installing check the Allen amp Heath web site to ensure you have the latest version iDR 8 User Guide README FILE Read this before starting RELEASE NOTES This file contains important notes about the related version of the software Read before starting iDR SYSTEM MANAGER APPLICATION to configure and control the iDR system using a PC running Windows WINDOWS HELP FILE for the iDR System Manager application iDR UNIT OPERATING CODE This is pre installed in the iDR 8 unit However check that it is the latest version Update the code as described later if it is not HYPERTERMINAL ht FILES for setting up communication between the PC and iDR 8 for updating the operating code Files are provided for COM1 2 and 3 SYSNET TELNET and MIDI PROTOCOLS pdf files explaining how to use the SysNet and MIDI ports PL Calculator PL Client and PL Designer software for configuring ph
39. Hz Num Connects nn 8 5 Comms Opt n RS232 Sys Net 8 4 MAC Address 0004 4 000000 8 3 Gateway 0 0 0 0 8 2 Net Mask 255 255 255 0 Diagnostics 8 1 IP Address 192 168 0 2 Fader Sidechain Gate Compressor Eq Delay 7 3 Point Source scroll channel 7 2 Channel Channel 1 Output channel Monitoring 7 1 Ip Op Input Channel scroll character 6 4 Password A amp H Scroll character 6 3 Username iDR scroll numbers 6 2 Client IP 192 168 0 2 Scroll numbers PPP Setup 6 1 Host IP 192 168 0 1 scroll numbers 5 4 Set Gateway 255 255 255 0 scroll numbers 5 3 Set Sub Net 255 255 255 0 scroll numbers 5 2 Set IP Addr 192 168 0 1 Use DHCP YES Network Setup 5 1 DHCP Setup Use DHCP NO scroll character iDR Scroll character Unit Name iDR 255 Scro 255 SCTO 192 168 0 1 iDR 168 0 2 168 0 1 255 255 0 255 255 0 scroll character The iDR 8 Setup Menus 1 Patch Select Scroll through the available patches and recall the one you want This can be useful for recalling test patches for system checking without the need for connecting to a PC 2 Clock Change the time of the internal clock 3 Day of Week internal clock Change the day held in the 4 Unit Name Give the unit a unique name so it can be identified when connected to a PC or network This is important if you have more than one iDR unit on the network 5 Network Setup This must be done before
40. INK indicator remains lit once communication is established The TX B Help Cancel indicator next to it flashes to show when data is being ee Ee communicated between the PC and iDR 8 when the software is running lf the LINK indicator is off check the setting of the MDI X switch and the IP addresses Setting the Time and Day Clock Before starting to configure the unit check that the time and xj day of week are correctly set Depending on the current LCD settings these may or may not be displayed There are two C Sunday C Thursday HH MM 55 ways to change the settings C Monday C Friday fe z Front panel menus With the face plate removed access Tuesday C Saturday menu 2 Clock and menu 3 Day of Week System Manager software Click on the Edit menu Cancel Help Set Time item You can manually enter the settings or use the Sync to PC button to load in the current PC time and day settings C Wednesday Set Time Archiving and Loading Configurations The way the iDR 8 is set up and the contents of any patches which have been created is stored as a configuration It can be archived as a cfg file on your PC Any number of configurations can be named and stored You can load a configuration back into the unit using the iDR System Manager CONFIGURATION Refer to the section about Configurations and Patches later in a this user guide and the iDR System Manager Help file
41. Purchase IDR 8 User Guide Contents Important Safety 3 Welcome to the iDR 8 6 Main Features in e ere e rece eee LEG 7 Front Panel Overview eeneeeee 8 Rear Panel Overview eee 9 System Processing Overview 10 Getting Started Check the Contents 13 iDR System Manager Software 13 Installing the iDR 8 e 14 Earthirig ere adams 15 Connections and 15 Backup Power 15 Starting Offline with the Software 16 Turning the iDR 8 On and 16 Checking the Operating Code Version 17 Updating the iDR 8 Operating Code 17 The iDR 8 Setup 18 Changing the Unit 19 Checking the Current 5 19 Rebooting the iDR 8 ss 19 Getting Started Checking the Hardware 20 Communicating with the iDR 8 21 Commu
42. S232 port Check that the active indicator is lit and that RS232 has been previously selected as the A port in the iDR System Manager File Preferences Communications Options item Use a standard RS232 cable for front connection Use a null modem female to female cable for rear connection 2 Dial up the iDR 8 Open up the previously created dial up connection Enter the correct username and password Click the Dial button 3 Run the iDR System Manager software Once communication is established with the iDR 8 an icon appears in the task bar indicating that the PC is on line Start the iDR System Manager application 25 Working with the iDR System Manager Having established a connection between your PC and the iDR 8 you can run the iDR System Manager application and start to configure the unit Start the iDR System Manager from the Start Programs Allen amp Heath menu To open a new session click on the blue xl icon press Ctrl N or open the New item in the File menu All iDR units currently available are shown in the list Select the Select an iDR Unit one you want to work with Click OK to open its session You can have more than one session open at the same time Each has its own window status bar at the bottom of the iDR Unit Name window displays which unit the window is working with For TCP IP communication the rear panel L
43. ctor and status indicators Also provides a protected custom label facility XLR mic line inputs Electronically balanced pin 2 hot for microphone or line level equipment Soft control of gain pad switch and 48V phantom power No internal adjustments needed XLR line outputs Electronically balanced pin 2 hot OdBu with 18dB headroom Stereo audio monitor with front panel headphones socket and rear panel TRS jacks Can monitor any point in the audio chain using manual or mouse selection Can be used with the audio matrix as two additional channels for example providing a 10x10 matrix from an unexpanded iDR 8 Network port connects to a PC or network for control using the iDR System Manager PL Client software Telnet TCP IP remote access etc RS232 ports on front and rear for connection to a PC for code update and to a modem for remote system interrogation SysNet port for control by third part touch screens and other remote controllers MIDI port IN OUT and THRU sockets provided for remote control using show controllers and other MIDI equipment iDR 8 User Guide 16 Front panel soft keys can be assigned by the installer as level mute or patch recall with different types of press action Similar applies to the iDR switch functions 32 Front panel 3 colour soft LEDs can be assigned by the installer as signal meters mute or patch related indicators Front panel LCD display A 16 character 2 line LCD can displa
44. cts the presence of the expander Checking for expanders vou can use the front panel iDR 8 Setup menus to check if any expanders are connected and working This is useful when the expanders are located far away from the main unit With the face plate removed access menu 8 Diagnostics and scroll to Audio Exp 30 IDR 8 User Guide Fully expanded iDR 8 This diagram shows the iDR 8 with both the input and output expander fitted Note the connection of DR Link which is daisy chained from one unit to the next If an iDR switch unit is also fitted then daisy chain DR Link from the last expander to the switch box Make sure Use CAT5 STP cable A pair of standard 2 metre cables is provided with each expander Maximum cable length is 250 metres This means that the expander units can be used for AUDIO OUT AUDIO IN iDR out C s Dre 10 250 metre max DORO 4 0 iDR INS BY 18 5 g
45. current patch settings are not restored on power up Instead the iDR 8 recalls the patch which you have set as the power up patch You can use this to safely reset the system to the starting point you want If no power up patch has been set then the unit resets all its patch parameters to factory default the same as stored in the RESET configuration file The configuration settings are restored and the patches can be recalled in the normal way iDR 8 unit settings These are the settings which are permanently held in the unit and not archived on the PC They include settings which the unit uses to communicate with the outside world including the PC used for configuration They are unique to the unit Unit name Unit password TCP IP and PPP connection settings Meter style and monitor settings Time and day of week clock Configuration file settings These are the settings which can be archived to the PC as a cfg configuration file They store how the unit is set up for a particular installation or application You can completely reconfigure the system by loading in a different configuration You can load archived configurations into other iDR 8 units They include Communication port preferences Synchronisation preferences Input and output channel names Input and output group names Stereo channel selections Scheduled events clock related patch recall PL names All created patch settings Patch settings A patch is a sel
46. de 35 opto INTERNAL DR switch CIRCUIT a EASON OPEN COLLECTOR Using the logic outputs Each output is opto coupled to isolate the iDR switch from the connected equipment It provides an open collector output with floating collector pin and emitter pin 16 15 14 13 d E e Each 10way connector provides 4 open collector pairs as well as an internal 10V DC supply and ground pins Do not use the chassis ground screw which is for cable shielding and safety grounding only V V V V DDOD LED INDICATORS The output may be used in many ways to satisfy a wide range of interfacing applications It is important that the installer has a good working knowledge of open collector and interfacing circuits Incorrect application may result in damage to these outputs xx The internal 10V supply may be used as the power source for LOW CURRENT 12V BULBS low current applications such as turning on LEDs lamps and small relays One cable can feed the common supply or ground to a bank of outputs 10V DC G A Maximum current drawn from the 10V supply for all outputs combined must not exceed 500mA Care must be taken in component choice to ensure each operates within its specified capability TO EQUIPMENT For higher current or voltage applications an external DC power supply may be used This also provides total isolation SUITABLE RESISTOR between the iDR switch and external equipment
47. e updates It is permanently stored and cannot be updated by the user iDR 8 User Guide The front panel RS232 port is provided for updating the unit operating code from a binary file on the PC This is done using the Windows HyperTerminal application which sends the file to the iDR via the PC RS232 serial port The file is provided with the iDR System Manager software NOTE The operating code can also be updated using the iDR network port This can only be done once communication with the PC is established and iDR System Manager is running Select Upload New Program Code from the File menu RS232 Make sure your PC has the Windows HyperTerminal application installed and an available COM1 or COM2 port Use a standard male to female RS232 lead such as the one supplied with the unit Do not use a null modem cable Refer to any Release Notes which may apply We recommend that you archive the current configuration before you start the update if the iDR 8 has settings you wish to keep Further information is provided in the iDR System Manager Help file 1 Start HyperTerminal From the Start Programs Allen amp Heath iDR System Manager menu select the Update iDR Unit Software COMn item Select the COM1 or COM2 version as appropriate for your PC The HyperTerminal window is opened 2 Select the file to transfer From the Transfer menu select the Send File item Click on the Browse button The file named iDR U
48. eable range The compressor provides threshold ratio hard soft knee makeup gain attack and release controls The sidechain can be switched in for frequency selective compression such as de essing or LF contour Sidechain filter This input channel filter can be switched into the gate and or compressor so that the dynamic response is tailored according to frequency For example you can reduce the pumping effect of a compressor by slightly cutting the low frequencies in the sidechain or prevent false opening by triggering a noise gate on the resonant frequency of an instrument using a bell response sidechain filter Full type and parameter control is provided Limiter Each output channel includes a protection limiter to control the maximum level allowed at the outputs This is typically used to protect loudspeakers and control maximum SPL listening levels Threshold attack and release can be controlled Faders mute and polarity The input and output channels each provide a fader mute switch and polarity reverse The fader offers 5dB boost above the unity gain 0 position The matrix provides variable level crosspoints with independent fader control Groups and stereo linking Faders can be grouped so that a master fader takes control of assigned input or output faders Channels can be linked for stereo operation with single fader level control and linked processing throughout the audio path Active monitor bus Any po
49. earth so that exposed metal parts are prevented from carrying high voltage which can injure or even kill the operator The installation engineer should check the continuity of the safety earth from all points in the system including microphone bodies cables racks and equipment panels Earth is used to shield audio cables from external interference such as the hum fields associated with power transformers lighting dimmer buzz and computer radiation Problems arise when the signal sees more than one path to mains earth An earth loop results causing current to flow between the different earth paths This condition is usually detected as mains frequency audible hum or buzz To ensure safe and trouble free operation we recommend the following Do not remove the earth connection from any iDR unit mains plug The chassis of the unit is connected to mains earth through the power cable to ensure your safety Audio OV is connected to the chassis internally If problems are encountered with earth loops use ground lift switches or adaptors on connected equipment accordingly or disconnect the screens from interconnecting audio cables at one end usually at the destination Use a clean mains supply for the audio system Ensure the audio mains supply is run separately from lighting motor kitchen equipment and any other potentially noisy mains supplies Use a mains filter and surge protector for the audio supply if necessary Take care to ensure good
50. earthing in distributed systems such as those with audio units linked over long distances Connections and Cables Use professional quality cables and connectors and check for accurate wiring and reliable solder joints Avoid running audio cables alongside mains computer or lighting cables or near thyristor dimmer and power supply units If unavoidable cross the cables at right angles or run them in separate screened trunking to reduce the interference pickup Use low impedance sources such as 6000 or less microphones to reduce susceptibility to interference The outputs of the iDR are designed to operate at very low impedance to minimise interference problems Use balanced connections where possible as these provide further immunity by cancelling out interference that may be picked up on long cable runs To connect an unbalanced source to a balanced Mic Line input link the cold input XLR pin3 to OV earth XLR pin1 at the unit To connect a balanced Line output to an unbalanced destination link the cold output to OV earth at the iDR unit Backup Power Supplies and Safety Standards The iDR system is designed to conform to internationally accepted safety standards IEC60065 and UL6500 It uses a built in mains voltage power unit to supply the various internal power rails It is recommended that the iDR system be backed up using a UPS uninterruptible power supply in installations where public safety is at risk This is a requirement when an
51. ecognised 3 Decide the IP addresses Both should have manually assigned IP addresses DHCP should be turned off see below If an address change is needed consider whether you want to change it on the iDR 8 unit or your PC To make this decision you may need to consult with the network administrator if the unit or the PC is also used with a network or the site engineer if other PCs are to be used with the unit You may use the internationally agreed private network block of addresses which is 192 168 0 nnn where nnn is any number from 0 to 255 Set the Subnet Mask to 255 255 255 0 to allow communication between all devices with addresses in the range from 192 168 0 1 to 192 168 0 254 4 Check the iDR 8 IP settings Access the front panel menu system Go to menu 5 Network Setup Under menu 5 1 set DHCP to NO Then go to menu 5 2 and set the IP Address Finally go to menu 5 3 and set the Subnet Mask Exit and reboot the iDR 8 for the changes to take effect 5 Check the PC IP settings Under the appropriate Network Settings item find the Local Area Network TCP IP properties Set the required IP address and Subnet Mask Note that the Subnet Mask must be the same for both the iDR 8 and the PC but the IP address must be different Refer to your Windows Help file for further information on setting up your PC Connecting the iDR 8 to a Network 1 Decide the network settings Powe
52. ected number of parameters stored in memory They are numbered can be named and can be recalled using several different methods including assigned front panel and remote soft key presses scheduled events SysNet and MIDI messages and so on Up to 99 patches can be stored for any configuration depending on memory usage A counter is provided to warn when patch memory is getting low Parameters recalled by a patch can be selected from a detailed list including Channel levels mutes and polarity Fader group settings Channel processing parameters Matrix routing and levels Input and output source patchbays Input preamp settings AMM ducker and pager settings LCD display settings Soft key and LED assignments iDR switch and PL remote settings Audio monitor settings Signal generator settings IDR 8 User Guide Starting with the Patches The patch system is the key to the iDR system s unique flexibility Unlike some systems which simply take a snapshot of all the current settings the iDR 8 can store and recall any number of chosen settings from a huge list of parameters These include not only the channel levels and processing such as equalisers and dynamics but also how the soft keys soft LEDs LCD display and connected remotes are set up You can set up full patches that recall all settings to reset the system to a required starting point or change the application completely and you can set up part patches with ju
53. eedback The ambient level is the sum of all the mic channels Threshold adjusts the point at which the microphone opens above the ambient level Level sense switching The iDR logic outputs can be switched when channel signal activity is sensed These could be used for example for video broadcast of a conference to switch between cameras when different microphones are spoken into Naming Each input and output channel input and output fader group PL device and patch memory can be named for identification in the system IDR 8 User Guide Getting Started Check the Contents 55 eK e Keep the product packing in case you need to ship the product in the future You should find the following components 1x iDR 8 UNIT This is packed with its face plate removed and rack ears fitted The ears can be removed for desk mounting 1x iDR 8 FACE PLATE Separately packed so that you can start by configuring the unit using its front panel menu system 4x SCREWS M3x12mm hex dome head Part number AB4814 Use these to secure the face plate to the unit 1x ALLEN KEY 2mm hex Part number AT4819 For fitting the face plate screws 4x RUBBER FEET Part number AK0102 Press these into the underside holes if you want to desk mount the unit 1x IEC MAINS LEAD with moulded plug suitable for connection to your local mains supply 1x CAT5 UTP CABL
54. eferences Channel names Fader group names PL names Stereo channel selection Scheduled events Patch contents Power up patch if one has been set Parameters stored in patches Fader levels and patch cross fade time All channel processing parameters Matrix settings Input and output source patchbays Input preamp settings AMM ducker and pager settings Fader group settings LCD display settings Soft key and LED settings iDR switch and PL remote settings Monitor settings Signal generator settings Source Patchbays Emulates a physical patchbay Input channel source analog XLR 1 8 expander 9 16 monitor LR signal generator Output XLR source output channel 1 16 monitor LR Mix Matrix Input output channel crosspoint matrix Switched routing or variable level fader at each point Fader range off to OdB in 51 steps 48kHz mode 16x16 96kHz mode 8x8 Controls set clear individual row column or all IDR 8 User Guide Level Control Input channels output channels monitor signal generator Linear fader range off to 5dB in 51 steps Controls mute polarity reverse Fader Groups Channel faders can be assigned to master faders Fader range off to OdB in 51 steps 8x input fader groups 8x output fader groups Groups can be named up to 8 characters Stereo Linking Adjacent channels can be linked for stereo operation Presents single channel strip Processing linked Matrix routing linked Stereo metering
55. erating code and settings in this memory for stand alone operation once the PC is removed The memory holds several different types of information including the boot code unit operating code unit settings and patch settings It is important to understand what each of these is and how they are affected when the unit is powered on and off 38 Boot code This is the software which manages the iDR 8 operating code updates It is factory installed Pressing the front panel CODE UPDATE switch runs the boot code ready to communicate with your PC to load in new code using the Windows HyperTerminal application The HyperTerminal window displays the current version of boot code Operating code This is the software that determines how the iDR 8 functions It handles the digital processing of the audio signals and uses the configured settings held in memory to provide the control assigned by the installer It also communicates with the iDR System Manager software For this reason it is important that the operating code and iDR System Manager are the same version number Allen amp Heath provide regular updates to product software as new features and improvements are added Check our web site for the latest version New versions of operating code can be loaded into the iDR 8 either as a binary file via RS232 or through the network connection once communication is established with the PC running iDR System Manager software System power up The
56. ff Sidechain Filter Can be switched into compressor and or gate 1 band EQ type and parameter control as PEQ Output Limiter Threshold 20 to 18dBu Attack 40us to 400ms Release 50ms to 1s Display level response curve gain reduction in out meters time versus reduction histogram Controls in out fader Delay Available on input and output channels Time 0 to 340ms per channel Enter delay in ms metres or feet Global temperature compensation 20 to 40 deg C AMM Automatic mic mixing NOM and ambient level Ambient level sensing average of all selected mics Mic open threshold 4 to 20dB above ambient level Hold time 0 to 5s NOM attenuation 1 to 6dB Pager 2 independent configurable pagers Paging any soft switch latch or press Zone select any soft switch Latch or auto cancel Indicators any soft LED Ducker depth 0 to 40dB Controls page mic select zone select Audio Monitor Ripple through stereo audio monitor Select source manually or moving mouse Display stereo meters Controls fader mute Signal Generator Source variable frequency sine wave white noise pink noise band pass pink noise Sine wave band pass range 20Hz to 20kHz Controls fader mute 45 Factory default unit settings Unit name iDR Unit Name Network settings DHCP No IP address 192 168 0 1 Net mask 255 255 255 0 Gateway address PPP settings Host IP address 192 168 0 1 Clien
57. for the iDR 8 unit using the front panel Setup menus You should check that your PC uses its own unique but related IP address This may involve making changes to your PC LAN network settings We advise that you contact your network administrator or IT manager if you are unsure how to do this The network connection is very fast and reliable and is therefore recommended for configuring the iDR system RS232 COM Port You can communicate with the iDR 8 via the COM1 or COM2 RS232 serial port on your PC NOTE By the nature of RS232 serial communication it is much slower than the network connection For this reason we recommend that you use it only when absolutely necessary or when dialing up the unit using a modem via a telephone line to remotely interrogate the iDR 8 To do this you need to set up a PPP dial up connection on your PC This is similar to using your PC to dial into a remote Internet server provider or a modem over a telephone line The iDR 8 has default PPP settings already set You can use these to create the dial up connection on your PC If you prefer or have reason to you can change these using the front panel Setup menus To work with the dial up connection you must first have a modem driver installed on your PC If a suitable driver is not already installed you need to add one using the Windows Phone and Modem Options item Once installed you can create and name the dial up connection It is held on your P
58. ide MIDI IN THRU and OUT These work with the popular MIDI interface standard x Z ES SYENEPHOET The MIDI channel number can be selected Check the iDR 7 4 M m System Manager Help file for more information on using MIDI ON ON GY 1A CRD A with iDR Refer to the Allen amp Heath iDR MIDI Protocol NE e e document for details on how to control the parameters using e e S MIDI messages This can be downloaded from our web site PANET AUDIR OUr Use MIDI cables up to 15 metre 50 feet in length NEN z Tourer DIGITAL EXPANDER SysNet This is an RS232 port with 9pin female D 0 AV GE ONLY CONNEC Mes COMPATIBLE REMOTE CONTROL connector It is dedicated to communicating with third party EQUIPMENT TO THE PL ANET PORT controllers such as the many touch screens and remote control systems available from other manufacturers Refer to the Allen MIDI OUT THRU MIDI IN Parameters controlled via MIDI or amp Heath iDR SysNet Protocol document for details on how to SysNet Check the latest Protocol control the parameters using this RS232 interface This can be document for further details and downloaded from our web site Use standard RS232 cables up additions to 3 metres 10 feet in length Channel levels Group levels PL Anet This is an RS485 port with RJ45 connector It is Channel mutes dedicated to communicating with the Allen amp Heath PL Ser
59. ies Crosspoint matrix levels of intelligent wall plates and remote controllers over long Patch recalls distances Each PL device has two connectors an IN and an OUT so that up to 15 devices can be daisy chained together using a single cable run CAT5 STP cable is used An RS485 terminator is required at the last device in the chain This is provided with the PL device Virtual switches Virtual indicators Patch recall messages The optional PL 9 PL Anet hub is available to work with more Terminate devices over longer distances using 7 wiring branches PL Anet Wall Plates Refer to the PL Combinations Calculator chart available from Allen amp Heath to work out the maximum number of devices and distances possible Refer to the Allen amp Heath web site for the latest details on the full PL range of controllers available Infra red A When active the PL Anet port provides 20V DC phantom power which is sent down the cable to power the PL devices To avoid damage make sure that only be ead bad compatible equipment is connected If you do not need to use the PL Anet port make sure it is deselected from the communications options Fader Controllers iDR 8 User Guide 37 The iDR 8 Memory System The iDR 8 has onboard flash memory This is non volatile memory that retains its settings when power is removed Although the unit is configured using a PC it holds its own op
60. if you have a reason to do so Do this using the front panel menus 1 Changing the iDR 8 PPP settings Go to menu 6 PPP Settings Under menu 6 1 set the host IP address The iDR 8 is the host Under menu 6 2 set the client IP address The PC is the client The iDR 8 allocates the client address to the PC during the PPP communication The host and client addresses must not be the same Use menu 6 3 to set the Username and menu 6 4 to set the Password Both can have up to 16 characters and are case sensitive You need to reboot the unit for the changes to take effect 2 Setting up the PC dial up connection You need administrative rights to your PC You must have a MODEM installed for the COM port you wish to use Under the Network and Dialup Connections menu select the Make New Connection option Use the same Username and Password as set up on the iDR 8 Name this connection for future use with the unit If you need further information on how to set up the connection please refer to your Windows version Help file IDR 8 User Guide Connecting the iDR 8 to a Modem 00000000 MODEM PORT Starting the iDR System Manager Open the application from Start Programs Allen amp Heath iDR System Manager Vnnn Click on the blue icon or File menu New item Type the Host IP Address into the window This is as set in the iDR 8 Setup menu 6 1 PPP settings Click OK
61. in patches Up to 99 patches can be programmed You can decide which parameters are affected by each To make best use of this it is important that you plan your installation carefully before you start You can try out prepare and archive different configurations offline before plugging in Virtual panels and controllers are displayed so you can simulate how it will work for real You can program the unit name clock and IP address and check diagnostic information and audio signal presence using the front panel menus accessed by removing the face plate You can also attach your custom label here so that it is protected when the plate is refitted For further information on the configuration of the unit please refer to the Help files which come with the software iDR System Manager software System configuration AUDIO EXPANDERS iDR in MODEM do PL Designer software PL Client software RS232 Vitual wall plates iDR switch NETWORK iDR out iDR 8 000000 0 e s c me 000000 0 DR Link 29 I Switcl REMOTE CONTROLLERS Es 6 h closures Lamps Open collector logic Relays PL Anet MIDI Sys Net Infra red IDR 8 User Guide Main Feature
62. ink socket In this case do not daisy chain DR Link from one expander to the other Use CAT5 STP cable Maximum cable length is 250 metres Maximum audio matrix is 16x16 The audio link cable carries 8 channels This can provide a distributed system with 8 common channels and 8 local channels at each unit 31 Linking iDR 8 Units Several iDR 8 units can be daisy chained together such that audio is passed between them using the 8 channel expander bus An iDR in expander can be added to the first unit in the chain and an iDR out expander can be added to the last unit This provides a flexible solution for complex installations for example one where each floor of a building has its own iDR 8 with local inputs and outputs but have common audio such as global announcements and alarm messages passing through all The units can be up to 250 metres apart configuration SYNC MASTER td oek slave lock 96 e MASTER Sync Slave lock 96k 0 O SLAVE Sync slave lock 96k xp NO SYNC BE IN16A 15A 14A 13A 12A 11A 10A 9A iDR ii our OUT di 00000000 iDR Unit A INBA 7A 4 3A 2A 1A OOoOo000000 4066066060666 iDR Unit B SYNC SLAVE INS 68 58 48 38 28 1B ooooo000GQ FX ous 7 68 5 4 3 2 1 OUT 16B 15B 14B 13B 12B 11B 10B 9B
63. int in the audio signal path can be monitored This is selected manually or by moving the mouse over an active window The monitor can ripple through several iDR units With no monitor point selected the signal from the previous iDR unit is passed through to the output This means that one monitor output can be used to listen to any point in a multiple iDR system Metering Full metering is provided from all the points marked with a meter bar in the diagram Sidechain level gain reduction and stereo monitor meters are included Pager Two independent paging systems are provided They are fully configurable with selectable paging mic zones affected and variable ducker depth They can be triggered from any soft switch and use any soft LED for indication The switch action can be momentary or latching Ducking Any input can override any combination of outputs with variable depth threshold and release There are 16 assignable priority levels Ducking is useful for overriding background music during announcements recorded messages jukebox playback and so on AMM _ The automatic mic mixer is popular in conference situations where several microphones can contribute to the mix Microphones are only opened when they are being spoken into The overall gain is reduced as more microphones are opened The amount by which they are reduced is known as the NOM number of open mics setting This maintains a more constant level and helps stop f
64. ise 0 0196 2 1kHz OdBu Residual output noise 93dBu Input to output noise OdB gain 87dBu Input to output noise 50dB gain lt 73dBu 42 Mic Line Inputs x8 x16 expanded Female 3pin XLR Electronically balanced pin 2 hot Impedance 2k ohm pad out gt 10k ohm pad in Gain range 15 to 50 steps Pad 20dB Sensitivity pad out 50 to 5dBu Sensitivity pad in 30 to 15dBu Maximum input level 33dBu Phantom power 48V DC switched Line Outputs x8 x16 expanded Male 3pin XLR Electronically balanced pin 2 hot Impedance 75 ohms Maximum output 18dBu Expander Input Port RJ45 connector Proprietary 8 channel digital audio From iDR in audio expander CAT5 STP cable up to 250 metres 825 feet Expander Output Port RJ45 connector Proprietary 8 channel digital audio To iDR out audio expander CAT5 STP cable up to 250 metres 825 feet Stereo Monitor Inputs Ripple through audio monitor Can be assigned as extra channel inputs Separate L and R TRS jacks Electronically balanced tip hot Impedance gt 30k ohm Sensitivity OdBu Maximum input 18dBu Stereo Monitor Outputs Line output from active monitor bus Can be assigned as extra output channels Separate L and R TRS jacks Electronically balanced tip hot Impedance 75 ohms Normal output OdBu Maximum output 18dBu Headphones Stereo output on TRS jack Tip left ring right For headphones gt 30 ohms impedance Fro
65. iter meters CH1 8 iDR switch outputs 51 516 static LED off Input expander 51 58 input source meters CH9 16 Output expander 51 58 Output post limiter meters CH9 16 IDR 8 User Guide Template for Allen amp Heath iDR 8 Front Panel Key Label File iDR 8 label dot for Microsoft Word Each label is a table You can format it in the usual way Edit the text to identify the key and LED functions maximum of three lines per cell each with eight characters Overall size of each label is 187 x 13 mm Insert the labels into the iDR 8 front face plate between the plastic LED facias and the metal face plate Once fitted the labels are protected by the face plate plastic windows iDR 8 User Guide
66. ll keys to select the input or output the channel number and the point in the signal path you want to listen to These are shown in the table earlier in this user guide Once selected you should hear the signal in the monitor 2 iDR System Manager window There are three options Open the Monitor Settings Follow Mouse Active Window Move the mouse over the active windows It automatically selects the signal associated with any box that has meters in its display to the monitor bus O Independent Outputs Assigns the headphones and monitor sockets as additional channel outputs instead of audio monitor Do not tick this if you want to use the monitor function O Manual Select Manually enter the channel number and point you want to listen to 3 Patch recall The manually selected monitor settings can be stored in the patches You could assign patch recalls to the soft keys so that the monitor is selected from front panel or remote keys for normal day to day operation PHONES TRIM wo lt MONITOR OUTPUT 9 DAC gt ADC gt DAC 9n 28 IDR 8 User Guide 000090000 00000000 BALANCED AUDIO CABLES BALANCED AUDIO CABLES 00000000 Monitor Settings Monitor Configuration Follows Mouse Active Window Manual Select see bel
67. lug fitted to the AC mains power lead Follow the instructions below if the mains plug has to be replaced The wire which is coloured Green Yellow or Green must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter E or with the Earth symbol This appliance must be earthed The wire which is coloured Blue or White must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N The wire which is coloured Brown or Black must be connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L iDR 8 User Guide Introduction This user guide is intended for the technical engineer in charge of the installation and configuration of the audio system It is not intended for the day to day operator who should be provided with operating instructions specific to the application by the installer The function application installation and technical details of the iDR hardware are described It is kept short and to the point so that you can quickly find the information you need The Technical Specification at the rear of the guide provides a complete and quick reference to the system parameters Please note For details on the configuration of the DSP resources please refer to the Windows Help file which is part of the iDR System Manager software provided with the unit iDR is a growing system of components Keep up to date with the latest additions and development by referring to our web site http ww
68. me The iDR allocates two ports A and B You need to select two of these four options using the iDR System Manager software Communications Option window Which ports are available is displayed by active LEDs next to the connectors Plan your system first to decide which ports to use bx Checking which ports are available The active LED next to each connector lights if the port is available If the port you H3232 B SyeNel want to use is not active then use iDR System Manager to C A RS232 B MIDI C A RS232 B PL Anet C A SysNet B PL Anet C A Sys Net B MIDI change the settings Be careful not to disable any other port being used with your system C A MIDI 7B PL net Selecting the Communications Options Click on the TR File menu Preferences Communications Options item This N B Selection is connected to the front A panel 5232 connector instead of the usual opens up the Select Communications Option window You can select from the displayed combinations which options are associated with serial ports A B Choose the combination Selecting PL Anet enables 20V DC onto the PL Anet connector to avoid you require This will require an iDR 8 reboot for the changes ibl A f sac cus to take effect The port selection can be archived on your PC as part of the configuration file Cancel Help MIDI Three 5pin DIN connectors prov
69. mmended TCP IP connection The rear panel RS232 port is for connection to a modem This lets you communicate with the iDR 8 remotely over a standard telephone line You can also use it for direct connection to a PC running iDR System Manager but once again this is much slower than using the network port To use the RS232 port you need to access the front panel menu system to set the PPP settings You also need to have RS232 selected as one of the communication options This is done using the iDR System Manager software Selecting RS232 Communication Option First check that the RS232 port is active Deselect the front panel switch so that the rear RS232 port is selected Now check that the active indicator next to the rear RS232 connector is lit If it is not then you need to use the iDR System Manager to make RS232 active Note that doing this may disable one of the other ports being used with the system Using iDR System Manager Click on the File menu Preferences Communications Options item This opens up the Select Communications Option window You can select from the displayed combinations which options are associated with serial ports A and B To use RS232 make sure one of the top three is selected Reboot the iDR 8 for the changes to take effect Setting up a Dial up Connection You can simply use the factory default PPP settings In that case skip step 1 below However you can change these
70. monitor Input and output channels These are processing channels The input channels can be sourced from any physical input The physical outputs can be sourced from any output channel The input and output channels are interconnected through the crosspoint matrix They are routed to and from the physical connections via the source patchbays The iDR 8 has enough processing built in for 16 input and 16 output channels when 48kHz mode The iDR in and iDR out expanders simply convert between analogue audio and the digital signals working with the iDR 8 16x16 matrix Analogue inputs The iDR 8 and iDR in each have 8 analogue XLR inputs These feed high grade balanced mic preamp circuits They accept a wide range of microphone and line level signals Gain pad and 48V phantom power switching are controlled using the iDR System Manager software so they can be part of the recallable patch system There are no trimmers or internal adjustments needed Analogue outputs The iDR 8 and iDR out each have 8 analogue XLR line outputs These are balanced and can produce up to 18dBu maximum signal level ADC and DAC converters These convert the analogue signals into digital ADC and processed digital signals into analogue DAC High grade 24bit converters are used iDR 8 User Guide Expander input and output 8 Channels of audio are communicated between iDR units using these RJ45 ports The digital signals are fed to and from the associated
71. n Subnet a subdivision of an organisations network splitting it into smaller sections Subnet mask the number which is used to identify the subnet for example 255 255 254 0 It determines the number of addresses in the subnet The iDR 8 uses TCP IP to communicate with a PC or distributed network via a CAT5 Ethernet link It can also communicate over a dial up connection using PPP via its RS232 port The faster Ethernet connection is recommended for iDR configuration purposes Note that the front panel RS232 port is intended for operating code update The rear panel RS232 port is intended for remote interrogation of the unit via a modem You can connect the iDR 8 directly to your PC using the Ethernet connection Alternatively you can plug into a network so that any networked PC workstation running appropriate Allen amp Heath software can control it You can have several iDR 8 units plugged into the same network This provides the most flexible solution in today s world of networked technology Each iDR 8 unit must have its own unique IP address It needs to be related to the PC and network address ranges It must be within the range of addresses allowed on the Subnet It must not conflict with the addresses of other units plugged into the network It is also possible that the PC you use to configure the iDR 8 is also used with a network at your place of work If it is served by a DHCP server then it is likely that it does not
72. n the port is available 10 Audio outputs Balanced XLR line level outputs with maximum 18dBu level Adding the 3 RS232 MODEM port This is used for iDR out expands the iDR 8 to 16 outputs connection to a modem so that the unit can be interrogated by a remote PC over a standard telephone line It can also be used for system configuration using iDR System Manager software but the faster network port is recommended Pressing the front panel switch selects either the front or rear RS232 port 12 Switch closure inputs These are provided on the iDR switch They can be hard wired from remote wall plate and controller switches and relays 11 Monitor inputs and outputs Balanced TRS jacks for L and R monitor inputs and outputs These provide a line level version of the front panel stereo headphones output and can daisy chain through multiple iDR units 4 MIDI port Standard opto isolated MIDI port with IN THRU and OUT connectors 5 SysNet port RS232 serial port for communication with third party remote controllers running the Allen amp Heath SysNet protocol 13 Open collector logic outputs These are provided on the iDR switch They can be used to control LEDs lamps relays and other devices 6 PL Anet port RS485 serial port for communication with a network of Allen amp Heath PL wall plates and remote controllers using CAT5 STP cable
73. ng soft key and LED settings This provides a unique flexibility in setting up complex changes with simple operator control Time and day of week for display on the unit LCD and for scheduled event patch recalls using the internal iDR 4 clock Naming Input channels output channels fader groups and PL devices can be named Channel processing Includes faders mute polarity reverse delay parametric EQ crossover filters noise gates compressors and limiters Ducking AMM and paging System functions include a 16 priority level ducker automatic mic mixer and two independent pagers Signal generator provides sine wave white pink and band pass noise signals for system line up and test Front Panel Overview 6 5 3 4 1 o o ur us im m us Ss mus u s u u T Se 1 s s EUN s a su s s s 5 ss s o Y CODE UPDATE RONT REAR Fa esc ENTER pipi iEn soe lock 96k e 1 inm see pe iDR 8 iio mi tid for ALLEN amp HEATH Audio Mix Processor ALLEN amp HEATH lack link 14 power iDR in AUDIO INPUT EXPANDER ALLEN amp HEATH lack link 14 power
74. nicating Using TCP IP 22 Connecting Direct to a PC 23 Connecting to a Network 23 Communicating Using a Dial Up Connection 24 Connecting to a Modem Using RS232 25 Connecting to a PC Using 232 25 Working with iDR System 26 Setting the Time and Day 26 Archiving and Loading Configurations 26 XLR Analogue Inputs and Outputs 27 Monitor Inputs and Outputs 28 Adding iDR in and iDR out Audio Expanders 30 Linking iDR 8 Units e etes 32 Adding the iDR switch 34 MIDI SysNet and PL Anet Ports 37 The iDR 8 Memory System 38 Starting with Patches sse 39 Technical Specification 40 Factory Default 46 Template for Front Panel 47 iDR 8 User Guide Welcome to the iDR 8 The Allen amp Heath iDR system is a set of components whose hardware c
75. nit Check that this code is the same version as the iDR System Manager software you have installed on your PC View this by clicking on the software Help menu About item If it is an older version then carry out the code update procedure described below f you have several units connected over a network make sure you check each for the correct version number We recommend that you check the Allen amp Heath web site for the latest version of software Download and install this if it is different to that already on your PC Updating the iDR 8 Operating Code Operating code is held in non volatile memory within the iDR 8 unit It is the software which runs the unit once it is configured IMPORTANT Make sure all iDR units to be controlled by the PC are running the same version software as installed on the PC HyperTerminal settings If you prefer to use an alternative terminal or communications program or you wish to configure the HyperTerminal connection manually the required port settings are Baud Rate 115200 Data bits 8 Parity none Stop Bits 1 Flow Control None Protocol 1K Xmodem 9 iDR Help iDR System Manager a Read Update iDR Unit Software COM1 CODE UPDATE x f q active e LL pg232 For connection to PC com port Boot code is the built in software used by the iDR 8 to manage its operating code It lets the unit communicate with your PC when performing cod
76. nit Ensure that the correct mains lead with lan _ iDR in moulded plug and IEC connector has been supplied For J FUSE rc your own safety and optimum performance make sure the system is correctly grounded WARNING C E THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED ATTENTION REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES T FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING j CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR To avoid any unexpected audible clicks or thumps always turn connected power amplifiers down or off before switching the iDR or any other signal equipment on or off e Check the connections The iDR in AUDIO OUT ourl DR LINK IN AUDIO OUT connects to the iDR 8 AUDIO IN The iDR out AUDIO IN connects to the iDR 8 AUDIO OUT Ensure that the expander DR Link IN connects to DR Link on the iDR 8 it is associated with If both expanders connect to the same iDR 8 then daisy chain from DR Link OUT on one to DR Link IN on the other L_ DIGITAL EXPANDER Turning the expander on or off Turn the unit on by pressing the rear panel power ON OFF switch The power lock link power LED lights up The link LED lights if the DR Link connection is mm established with the iDR 8 Then the lock LED lights once audio communication is established with the iDR 8 The iDR System Manager dete
77. nit Software V3 nn bin is displayed Make sure the version number is the same as the one you want to load Open the file The Send File window is opened ready to send the file via the COM port Do not do this until you have prepared the iDR 8 3 Prepare the iDR 8 With the face plate removed plug one end of the RS232 lead into the appropriate PC COM port Plug the other end into the iDR 8 front RS232 port Press the FRONT REAR switch so that the green ACTIVE indicator next to the port lights Now press the CODE UPDATE switch The LCD displays the boot code version number and Update 4 Start the file transfer Click on the HyperTerminal Send button The transfer starts and a window displays information and a progress bar The LCD displays Updating progress and then Update Complete The process can take a few minutes 5 Restore normal operation Exit HyperTerminal Deselect the CODE UPDATE switch The unit reboots automatically Deselect the FRONT REAR switch if you want the rear RS232 port to become active Press ESC to confirm that the correct version of operating code has been loaded REMOVE THESE SCREWS 0000000 0 eeeenne e ouo e e eo T PRESS AND HOLD FOR 2 SECONDS PL Anet Devs nn Locked Sync Slave NO Forced Mstr NO Audio Exp None Sampling 48k
78. nown as a 16x16 crosspoint matrix The signal can be switched or have its level independently controlled at any point It is the matrix which provides the key to independent multi source zone routing and level control MONITOR OUTPUT zc 2c e 12 Delay Each input and output channel provides delay from 0 up to 340ms It can be adjusted in ms metres or feet and has compensation for temperature PEQ The input channels each provide a 4 band fully parametric equaliser the output channels an 8 band equaliser Compared with the graphic EQ these are by far more powerful and accurate tools for adjusting frequency response Selectable band types include HF shelf LF shelf bell notch HPF LPF and crossover filter type Variable or constant Q width can be used The resulting response is displayed on a frequency curve Gate input channel noise gate is used to turn the channel off when its level falls below a preset threshold level This shuts off unwanted noise such as ambient background pickup equipment hiss and hum and so on It provides threshold depth hold attack release controls The sidechain can be switched in for frequency selective gating Compressor The input channel compressor controls the dynamics of the signal lt can for example help the intelligibility of the human voice by reducing the gain of high levels and increasing the gain of low levels in effect squashing the levels into a more manag
79. nt panel recessed level trim Adjust with flat bladed screwdriver IDR 8 User Guide Network Port For system configuration and control using iDR System Manager and PL Client software RJ45 TCP IP Ethernet MDI X switch for hub or direct to PC connection Set DHCP on off IP subnet mask gateway address CAT5 UTP cable up to 100 metres 330 feet Communications Port Options Always available TCP IP network DR Link Selectable combinations RS232 SysNet RS232 MIDI RS232 PL Anet SysNet PL Anet MIDI PL Anet Sys Net MIDI Available ports indicated by active LEDs RS232 Uses PPP dial up connection Settings Host Client IP address username password Baud rate 115200 8N1 Cable length 3 metres 10 feet Front Panel RS232 Port For code update via PC Use standard 9pin male to female RS232 cable Connects to PC COM1 or COM port Rear Panel RS232 MODEM Port For connection to modem or PC Use standard 9pin female to male cable to modem Use 9pin female to female null modem cable to PC MIDI Remote parameter control show automation Opto isolated MIDI in thru out on 5pin DIN socket Note on off program change NRPN Channel set to 1 Refer to Allen amp Heath iDR MIDI protocol SysNet Remote parameter control using third party controllers 9pin D female RS232 Baud rate 19200 8N1 Cable length 3 metres 10 feet Refer to Allen amp Heath iDR SysNet protocol PL Anet Port Serial port
80. obstruct the side ventilation slots Ensure adequate air flow around the units A Do not install the units directly above or below heat or electromagnetic generating such as power supplies and To avoid damage to the internal assemblies do not fit screws or drill through the case metalwork Do not remove the We configuration is carried panel menus and software running on a PC cover of the iDR unit There are no user serviceable parts inside All out using the front iDR System Manager iDR 8 MAIN UNIT dnd 19 43mm 17 4 50 000000090 9 435 360mm rst 14 2 4 75mm 3 iDR in and iDR out EXPANDERS LI ALLENB HEATH e 2 9 2 ALLENAHEATH lO 307mm 232mm 4 12 4 9 1 y 75mm 3 iDR switch EXPANDER ALLENAHEATH e CJ Q 209mm 144mm 4 82 57 y 65mm 2 6 IDR 8 User Guide Earthing The connection to mains earth ground in an audio system is important for two reasons Safety To protect the operator from a high voltage shock associated with the AC mains supply feeding the system Audio Performance To shield the audio signals from interference pickup and to minimise the effects of ground loops which result in audible hum and buzz WARNING safety it is important that all equipment earths connected to mains
81. old and pin 1 ground For unbalanced sources link pin 3 to pin 1 at the iDR input Phantom power 48V DC can be switched to XLR pins 2 and 3 for powering condenser microphones and other equipment that needs phantom power The voltage is fed through a 6 8k ohm resistor to each pin The Input Source window From within the Input Channels window click on the Source button or the All button This opens the window with the input controls The controls shown are those associated with the physical input routed to that channel through the source patchbay Check that the physical input number displayed is the same as the XLR input you are working with Selecting phantom power Open on the Source window to access the 48V switch If required select 48V Read the warnings below A To avoid loud clicks make sure that all channels fed by the input are turned down or muted before you switch 48V on or off or plug microphones into powered inputs Do not connect unbalanced sources or cables to the inputs when 48V is selected If phantom power is not required make sure 48V is turned off Selecting PAD Select the 20dB pad if you are plugging in high level microphone or line sources Open on the Source window to access the 20dB switch Setting GAIN Open on the Source window to access the gain control With audio active adj
82. ontrol and signal processing flexibility make it well suited to many installed live sound and special project applications The 2U rack or desk mount iDR 8 is the main unit in the iDR system having all the DSP digital signal processing power needed for 16 input and 16 output channels It has 8 XLR analogue mic line inputs and 8 XLR analogue line outputs You can add a further 8 inputs and or 8 outputs bringing it up to a maximum 16x16 matrix by plugging in the iDR in and or iDR out audio expanders The signal can be routed at three key points the input source patch bay central matrix and output source patch bay Although the iDR does not work with networked audio the expanders can be located up to 250 metres away so providing remote analogue audio inputs and outputs connected using CAT5 cables You can also daisy chain multiple iDR 8 units in a distributed system The units are linked using an 8 channel wide bus which plugs into the digital expander ports Maximum matrix at any unit is 16x16 which includes the interconnecting bus Several iDR 8 units can be linked in this way but you can have only one iDR in and one iDR out expander per system This is described later A stereo audio monitor is included This has both input and output TRS jacks so that the monitor can ripple through chained iDR units It also feeds a front panel headphones socket for local monitoring of any point in the audio signal path The monitor can access the input and o
83. ovided here for the iDR switch inputs and outputs It is important that the installer is suitably qualified and familiar with external control circuits to be able to work within the capabilities of the unit Allen amp Heath do not assume responsibility for any damage done to the unit due to incorrect or faulty connection to external equipment iDR switch 6724 23 22 21 20 19 18 177G 9 16 1 8 Ea E a tej DC REFERENCE m VOLTAGE INTERNAL POWER a 2 5 2 5 E OPTO ISOLATED SWITCH INPUTS 1 24 OPTO ISOLATED LOGIC OUTPUTS 1 16 1 OUT ODR LINK IN V 16 15 a OPEN COLLECTOR l G 9 12 5 8 14 Connectors and grounding Pluggable Phoenix type screw terminal connectors are used for connecting the external switches and logic to the iDR switch Mating plugs are provided with the unit Make sure the wire ends are carefully stripped and inserted into the terminals Tighten the Screws using the correct slotted screwdriver To ensure interference free operation use shielded cable Connect the shields to the chassis ground screw terminals provided next to METAL NCEE Eee each connector Fit the screws with the shake proof washers D provided LOCAL EARTH BOND For operator safety make sure that wall plates and other control surfaces made from metal are correctly bonded to ground earth Strap the metal plate to the local ground at the wall box For
84. ow PHYSICAL INPUT SOURCE INPUT CHANNEL Daisy chaining iDR 8 monitors The active monitor bus can ripple through multiple iDR 8 units so that the last in the chain can be used to listen to any audio signal in the system With no active monitor selected the signal from the previous unit is passed on to the next Selecting an active monitor overrides the signal from the previous unit Using the active mouse monitor you can switch between the iDR System Manager sessions and conveniently listen to any point in any unit on the same headphones Use well shielded balanced TRS audio cables to interconnect the monitor L and R signals over distances up to 250 metres Take care to run the cables in such a way to avoid damage or interference pickup Using the Monitor as Additional Channels You can use the monitor L and R TRS sockets as additional channel inputs and outputs In the unexpanded iDR 8 these combine with the XLR sockets to provide a 10x10 matrix as shown below Select Monitor IN Left and Right as the source for input channels of your choice for example 9 and 10 Tick Independent Outputs in the Monitor Settings window to use the monitor output sockets with output channels of your choice for example 9 and 10 iDR 8 MIX MATRIX OUTPUT CHANNEL SOURCE PHYSICAL OUTPUT
85. pander soft LEDs Can be assigned as audio meters mutes or patch related indicators in the same way as the main iDR unit IDR 8 User Guide Rear Panel Overview Use node cable 1a connect 1a PC com port mii our THRU NEUTS RS232 MODEM AAN JAN SYSNET PORT 5 3 oe e re 9 PLANET DRINK AUDIO AUDIO OUT Y yy x apen o EN o 47 6292 90W MAK 26 06 ours e 3 n B mensa MONITOR INL R MONITOR QUT L NUMBER PGES KE A SE e e 100055 100 240 47 63Hz 25WMAX ALLEN amp HEATH f iDR in onn n Ano our 9 T g 5 Ash 7 JaC SERIAL NUMBER L DIGITAL EXPANDER 1 m 1 AS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTUS NE PAS UVR ALLENAHEATH LIMITED Compiles win ULESOQ ENGDOBS CALTON RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DON ans Wk gt ALLEN amp HEATH net IDR out our phum iw Auo N SERIAL NUMBER 1 DIGITAL EXPANDER 1 1 E NE PAS UVR Sa ALLENHEATH uuo 100 240V FK ALLEN amp HEATH 41 8 15 MAK iDR switch 8 4 en oim qa ic d
86. patchbay to Unit B The DR Link connection is only required for the expanders Note that they should connect to the associated iDR 8 units The audio monitor is daisy chained from Unit A to Unit B so that the last unit can be used to listen to any signal in any unit Note that each unit must have its own session of iDR System Manager running for configuration iDR 8 UNITA LOCAL OUTPUTS 7 17 24 iDR UNIT B INPUTS 1 16 elt mH DRO er rr 1 De OUTPUTS 1 16 0044 H I HO H HDBe 9 0 4 H H O D H H 110 409 9oD H H D 044 Me HRO 6 1 me PDH HE HO 9Dc H qme Ho ODD H HDO D H hii te l H Hi Be oH Be Dom 924 04 049 C ODO et One 0 3 Dp e 6c D HH H EL H DOO 0 HR H HJ De OFDD H h n4 l DIGITAL BUS 1 8 PES eb CATS p I CATS ni i 5 D e 6 0 D C Hae 3 DRO HO PRO 6 00 HH H 3 9 HL Dpbe DR Link IN DR Link p IN ev OP AUDIO CABLES b gt D e ei p DD DR Link DR Link l 32
87. pra culo on Digi D reet m SWITCH INPUTS G24 23 22 21 20 19 18 17 76 6 16 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 46 400 240V m n Dn aem iw 7 ALLENGHEATH EE Lo iDR switch pm m E FUSE T500mAL our iw L E E PLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING ALLENAHEATH LM Compas wih CSA E55 snes 40 IDR 8 User Guide Application Installed live and special project sound Installer configured operator controlled Set and forget remote control Zoned sound distribution and control Paging and background music Source routing and mixing Signal equalisation and dynamics processing Automatic microphone mixing Venue speaker management System time alignment iDR System Manager software System configuration PL Designer software PL Client software MODEM RS232 Nitual wall plates NETWORK iDR in AUDIO EXPANDERS T5 iDR out iDR 8 AUDIO MONITOR 00000000 T e TO 00000000 iDR switch DR Link REMOTE CONTROLLERS iDR NAME ll Switch closures Open collector logic Relays Lamps Sys Net PL Anet Infra red PHYSI
88. r up the iDR 8 but do not plug it into the network until you have configured its settings Refer to the network administrator for the required DHCP setting and IP addresses 2 Set the iDR 8 IP settings Access the front panel menu system Go to menu 5 Network Setup Under menu 5 1 set DHCP to YES or NO as required If set to NO then go to menu 5 2 and set the IP Address Then go to menu 5 3 and set the Subnet Mask Exit and reboot the iDR 8 for the changes to take effect 3 Set the iDR unit name Use the front panel Menu 4 to give the unit a unique name up to 16 characters This is important when more than one iDR is connected to the network 4 Set the MDI X switch out This is located next to the NETWORK socket Release the switch for network connection 5 Plug the iDR 8 into the network Use a CAT5 UTP cable such as the one provided Plug the iDR 8 NETWORK port into an available network socket The rear panel LINK indicator lights once communication is recognised 6 Set your PC network settings If you are using your PC to configure the iDR 8 over the network make sure it is correctly set to avoid address conflict and to communicate on the same Subnet Refer to the network administrator for advice 23 Communicating Using an RS232 Dial Up Connection 24 LJ CODE UPDATE LJ TELEPHONE LINE MODEM R9232 PPP CO
89. s iDR 8 main processing unit 21 8 mic line in 8 line out audio mix processor with 16x16 channel matrix The heart of the iDR system it features 2 24bit Motorola DSPs Daisy chain iDR 8 units Any number may be interconnected via the 8 channel digital bus using 5 cable Many possibilities for flexible sound System solutions iDR in 10 8 mic line input expander unit Expands the number of inputs to 16 Can be up to 250 metres away for remote audio Uses CAT5 digital link One input expander per iDR system iDR out 1U 8 line output expander unit Expands the number of outputs to 16 Can be up to 250 metres away for remote audio Uses CAT5 digital link One output expander per iDR system iDR switch 1U add on unit providing 24 contact closure switch inputs and 16 open collector logic outputs Up to 3 units may be daisy chained for a maximum 72 switch and 48 logic outputs Each unit can be separated by up to 250 metres Connects via the DR Link serial port PL wall plates and remotes The Allen amp Heath range of optional wall plates and controllers for remote switch rotary encoder infra red fader LED indicator and logic output control Connects via the PL Anet serial port Desk top or 19 rack mounting Rubber feet and removable rack ears provided Universal mains power input automatically detects worldwide voltage from 100V to 240V AC Removable face plate for accessing front panel setup menu system RS232 conne
90. se Mechanical 19 rack or stand alone desk shelf mount Removable rack ears press in rubber feet Width x Depth x Height iDR 8 2U rack 483 x 360 x 88mm 19 x 14 2 x 3 5 Desk 443 x 360 x 92mm 17 4 x 14 2 x 3 6 Weight 7kg 15 4 Ibs iDR in iDR out 1U rack 483 x 232 x 44mm 19 x 9 1 x 1 7 Desk 443 x 232 x 48mm 17 4 x 9 1 x 1 9 Weight 3 5kg 7 7 Ibs iDR switch 1U rack 483 144 x 44mm 19 x 5 7 x 1 7 Desk 443 x 144 x 48mm 17 4 x 5 7 x 1 9 Weight 2 2kg 5 lbs Allow extra 75mm 3 depth for connectors 43 Software Downloadable from Allen amp Heath web site iDR 8 operating code can be updated via RS232 using Windows HyperTerminal or via network using iDR System Manager iDR System Manager configuration software Uses Windows PC On and off line operation Required only for system configuration PL Designer virtual controller design software Uses Windows PC Configured by installer Allows restricted operator control PL Client virtual controller Uses Windows PC For operator control from PC workstation Clock Time hours minutes seconds 24 hour clock Day of week Manually enter or sync to PC Naming Unit name up to 16 characters Patch names up to 8 characters Input output channels up to 8 characters Fader group names up to 8 characters LCD display user text up to 16 characters Soft Switches Assignable by the installer iDR 8 16x front panel iDR s
91. st a few parameters that make local changes without affecting the rest of the system Manage iDR Patches 212i x RE E m Patch Number Patch Name 0 3 Night 4 Set Name Recall Delete Free Memory 128576 Bytes p Recall this patch power up Select devices to add Contents Compressor Input Channel 04 Add gt gt Gate Input Channel 04 Liquid Crystal Display Parametric EQ Input Channel 04 Remove Soft Key Manager Parametiic ED Input Channel 06 z ET IV Channel levels amp polarity Mutes Use X Fade time when patch recalled Channels affected by this patch Set All Clear All Iv oI 0 P2 o P3 0 P4 0 5 0 7 ore ors 02 10 Tori 0 P12 D o P13 Q P14 0 P15 0 16 Group levels Iv Group assignments Group T Group 2 Group 3 Group 4 Group 5 Group 6 Group 7 Group 8 m iDR 8 User Guide Plan your application Before starting to configure the system plan how you want to use the soft controls and patches Make sure you understand the effect that each patch will have before recalling it Use the simulation the iDR System Manager provides a simulation of the iDR 8 front panel as well as connected expanders and remotes You can use these to experiment with the system offline as well as online Archive your settings Make regular backups of your settings and save them under different cfg file
92. t o 20d Oo0O000000 woop ore 7 6 5 4 3 2 A you plug into the correct DR Link socket 00000000 OUTIG6 15 14 13 12 11 10 9 iDR out DR LINKT IN TOR AG C e e Oo o e C C remote audio over 5 cable iDR 8 INPUT OUTPUT 94 11 05 o 2 L2 HRO TE HO DO 9 4 3H Hoa DRO e gt 5 1 rna e 1 x 9 4 eH o HDO o LH 7 e iDR in gt 8 4 dys i J e 94 fs e gt 250 metre max Taro el NL el AUDISN ane O H T Lus T L4 o gt n OSH gt 15 OSH gt 16 DR Link OUT IN SIG GEN JPH gt ACTIVE MONITOR cae et De s DR Link H 18 5 W gt 1 rna t Dze Lro HUHHUH 5x DR Link OUT IN IN16A 15A 14A 13A 12A 11A 10A 9A OR LINK AUDIO E o0000000 iDR Unit A IN 8A 4 0909000990 CI ours gt 6 5 4A 3A 2 1 7 iDR Unit B IN 8B Hu 6000600000 ours 1 00000000 7B 66 58 48 3B 28 1B 7 6 x gt OUT16B 1 5B 148 13B 12B 11B 10B 9B iDR out iDR 8 User Guide c 000006000 Expanded multiple iDR 8 system diagram shows an iDR system with two iDR 8 units and both expanders fitted DR Link is only required to connect to the expanders not between the main units Make sure you connect DR Link to the iDR 8 associated with each expander Make sure you plug into the correct DR L
93. t IP address 192 168 0 2 User name iDR Password A amp H Factory default configuration settings Input channel names I P 1 I P 16 Output channel names O P 1 O P 16 Input group names IP Grp 1 IP Grp 8 Output group names OP Grp 1 OP Grp 8 Stereo selections All mono Communications option A RS232 B SysNet Scheduled events None Power up patch None All patches empty Factory default patch parameters AMM No active inputs No active outputs Threshold 7dB Gate depth 40dB Hold time 1s NOM attenuation 3dB Input delays All Oms Output delays All Oms Input faders mutes groups Fader levels off Mutes off Group assignments none Group levels OdB Input patchbay XLR 1 to Channel 1 XLR 8 to Channel 8 Expander 9 to Channel 9 Expander 16 to Channel 16 46 Output patchbay Channel 1 to XLR 1 Channel 8 to XLR 8 Expander 9 to XLR 9 Expander 16 to XLR 16 LCD Line 1 user text Allen amp Heath Line 2 time Mic preamps Pad on Gain 20dB resulting gain OdB 48V off Limiter off Monitor manager Follow mouse active window Routing matrix All cross points OdB on Signal generator Signal type sine wave Frequency 440Hz Level 30dB Front panel soft keys 51 58 input level control CH1 8 59 516 output level control CH1 8 iDR switch inputs 51 524 unused Front panel soft LEDs L1 L16 static LED off L17 L24 input source meters CH1 8 L25 L32 output post lim
94. t place containers of liquids on it which might spill into any openings Do not locate the unit in a place subject to excessive heat or direct sunlight as this could be a fire hazard Locate the unit away from any equipment which produces heat such as power supplies power amplifiers and heaters Protect from excessive dirt dust heat and vibration when operating and storing Avoid tobacco ash drinks spillage and smoke especially that associated with smoke machines To prevent damage to the controls and cosmetics avoid placing heavy objects on the equipment surfaces scratching the surface with sharp objects or rough handling and vibration Protect the controls from damage during transit Use adequate packing if you need to ship the unit To avoid injury to yourself or damage to the equipment take care when lifting moving or carrying the unit Switch off the equipment and unplug the power cord immediately if it is exposed to moisture spilled liquid objects fallen into the openings the power cord or plug become damaged during lightening storms or if smoke odour or noise is noticed Refer servicing to qualified technical personnel only Install the unit in accordance with the instructions printed in this User Guide Do not connect the output of power amplifiers directly to the unit Use audio connectors and plugs only for their intended purpose Important Mains Plug Wiring Instructions The unit is supplied with a moulded mains p
95. t source such as a music CD into the XLR Signal Meters inputs and route the XLR outputs to your system amplifiers You should see the source signal displayed on the left hand side soft LEDs Note that the input preamp gains default to OdBu line level sensitivity with pad selected and phantom power off To properly test microphone sources you need to Yellow OdBu normal level run iDR System Manager software and correctly set the gains Red mm 140 4dB below clipping Green 24dBu signal present The channel faders default to fully off The soft keys are assigned as level up down selects to move the input and output channel faders up and down Press the soft key for the channel you want Now use the two middle keys to scroll the volume up or down These time out after 2 seconds of Fader off inactivity You should see the level displayed as a bar and number on the LCD display To get audio to pass through the unit you need to raise both the input fader and the required output fader In this default configuration all inputs are routed through the matrix to all outputs You can use one input to test each output by raising the output levels in turn Similarly you can use one output to Fader OdB test all input sources The right hand side soft LEDs display output signal level The levels can be adjusted from 0 off to 100 5dB boost To set the fader to its OdB unity position raise the level bar until it reads 9
96. tes with the iDR switch via the DR Link port This uses the proprietary Allen amp Heath DR Link protocol A standard 2 metre CAT5 STP cable is provided However you can use a cable up to 300 metres long letting you position the unit closer to the local switch wiring A pass through connection lets you network up to three units by daisy chaining them Make sure you have read the Important Safety Aa MEN MEE 47 ALLEN amp HEATH Instructions printed earlier Also check that your local 7 iDR switch mains supply is compatible with that printed on the rear 0m ZN 2 Lx 5 FUSE T500mAL panel of the unit Ensure that the correct mains lead with A b m RS moulded plug and IEC connector has been supplied For WARNING 2 Jj your own safety and optimum performance make sure the THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED NS Af ATTENTION REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES system is correctly grounded FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR Turning the expander on or off Turn the unit on by pressing the rear panel power ON OFF switch The power link power LED lights up The link LED lights if the DR Link connection is established with the iDR 8 The iDR System Manager detects the presence of connected iDR switch units
97. the Start Programs Allen amp Heath menu To open a new session click on the blue icon press Ctrl N or open the New item in the File menu Select Offline iDR 8 to start an offline session to get familiar with the program before you connect the iDR 8 unit Use the Help menu to learn more about how the software works You can archive your settings to load into the iDR 8 later ALLEN amp HEATH 100 240V iDR 8 47 63Hz 90W MAX f D Z O FUSE T1 6AL A WARNING A C e t A THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED NS 24 ATTENTION REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES di FOR CONTINUED PROTECTION AGAINST RISK OF FIRE REPLACE FUSE WITH SAME TYPE AND RATING CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN AVIS RISQUE DE CHOC ELECTRIQUE NE PAS OUVRIR IMPORTANT The iDR does not recall its last settings on power up It initialises to reset state or recalls a power up patch if one has been set Read here gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt gt 16 Make sure you have read the Important Safety Instructions printed earlier Also check that your local mains supply is compatible with that printed on the rear panel of the iDR 8 Ensure that the correct mains lead with moulded plug and IEC connector has been supplied To avoid any unexpected audible clicks or thumps always turn connected power amplifiers down or off before switching the iDR 8 or any other signal equipment on or off Turn
98. the unit on by pressing the rear panel power ON OFF switch The LCD display lights up and the message Please wait is displayed while the processor boots up This is followed by a Recall message if a power up patch is active Finally the normal display is shown Note that normal display and control settings depend on the last configuration loaded and whether a power up patch has been set Boot up time is normally around 10 seconds However this can be up to 35 seconds if the front panel menu 5 1 DHCP Setup has been set to YES and the unit is not connected to a DHCP network Parameters restored on power up The iDR 8 remembers its unit name and address settings on power up The clock is always running so the correct time and day is retained Configuration related parameters such as channel names stereo linking and scheduled events are restored Patch related parameters such as levels EQ and soft control settings are recalled only if a power up patch containing them has been set If not then all patch related parameters are reset according to factory default Further details are provided in the section about Patches later in this user guide and in the iDR System Manager Help file IDR 8 User Guide Checking the iDR 8 Operating Code Version V sol gt ESC ENTER MENU e With the face plate removed press and hold the ESC key to view the current version of operating code running in the u
99. ust the control so that the meter averages around O with loudest peaks no more than 10 The gain control ranges from 5 to 50dB gain or 15 to 30dB gain with pad selected Gain is adjusted in 3dB steps LINE Outputs Connect these to line level equipment such as amplifier inputs Maximum output is 18dBu Decide the normal operating level according to headroom required Typical level is 0 or 4dBu The connections are differentially balanced XLR with pin2 hot pin3 cold and pin1 ground For unbalanced sources link pin 3 to pin 1 at the iDR output The Output Source window Click on the XLR within the Output Select window to open up its Analog Output window Check that the source channel number displayed is the one you want to send to the output XLR 27 Monitor Inputs and Outputs UNBALANCED 2 pole TS jack plug CI l o BALANCED 3 pole TRS jack plug CIL j 1 Ring cold Tip hot Sleeve ground WU LEVEL TRIM Lo Monitor Settings Monitor Configuration C Independent Outputs C Follows Mouse Active Window xl r Monitor Level Fader Meter 5 OBRe 15 Manual Selection Settings C Input Channel Dutput Channel 10 Monitor Point EQ Channel Number zi Help MONITOR INPUT
100. utput channels so that they can be used with the matrix For example you can achieve a 10x10 matrix from an unexpanded iDR 8 A built in signal noise generator provides a further source which can be routed to the input channels for test and line up purposes There are many operator control possibilities You can configure the 16 front panel keys and 32 3 colour LEDs and use the DR Link port to add up to 3 iDR switch units for up to 72 additional switch closure and 48 open collector logic outputs In addition you can choose two of the following MIDI the Sys Net serial port to interface with third party remote controllers RS232 for modem communication and the PL Anet serial port for running a network of Allen amp Heath PL wall plates and controllers The iDR 8 features networked control It is configured using the iDR System Manager software via an Ethernet port either connected directly to the installer s PC or over a TCP IP network The PC control can be password protected for security Once configured it runs stand alone using its built in iDR Unit software with stored settings iDR units can also be operated from networked PC workstations running PL Client software configured as virtual wall plates by the installer using PL Designer software An RS232 modem port lets the installer remotely interrogate units A front panel RS232 port allows easy operating code update The iDR system offers tremendous flexibility The system set up is stored
101. vel tiim can be adjusted using a flat bladed screwdriver 9 Front panel RS232 port This is used for code update from a PC via its RS232 COM port It can also be used for system configuration or checking using iDR System Manager software but the faster network port is recommended Pressing the FRONT REAR switch selects either the front or rear RS232 port The active LED lights when the port is available 10 Code update switch Puts the unit into code update mode ready to accept new operating code from a PC Status is shown on the LCD 11 Status LEDs Both the slave and ext sync lock LEDs light when the unit is correctly working as a slave in a daisy chained iDR system The 96k LED is available for a possible future upgrade 12 Menu key Press and hold this key for 2 seconds to access the setup menus These let you set up the clock unit name TCP IP and PPP communication parameters select points in the channel signal path to monitor and check system diagnostics 13 scroll keys 4 keys are used to access the setup menus and change parameter values The A and V keys are also used when the soft keys are assigned as up down level controls 14 Expander status LEDs These display the connection status The link LED lights when communication is established via the DR Link port The lock LED lights when digital audio is working correctly 15 Ex
102. w allen heath com The latest version of the operating and system configuration software communication protocols user guide application notes and additional support information can be downloaded For information on the status and availability of the features described in this user guide and any changes and new additions please refer to the Release Notes which come with the current version of operating software We are able to offer further product support through our world wide network of approved dealers and service agents Our web site provides full company and product range information To help us provide the most efficient service please keep a record of the serial number and date and place of purchase to be quoted in any communication regarding this product The guide is structured for the technical user The information is displayed as follows Description Control connector and system functions are briefly described together with related technical specifications Information Where you see this symbol you will find an explanation or background information on a particular topic Software Where you see this symbol you will find a reference to the Allen amp Heath iDR System Manager software required to configure the unit A Warnings For your own safety and to prevent damage to equipment make sure you read and adhere to all warnings Model Serial Number Place of Purchase Date of
103. witch 24x contact closure PL remotes various Latching press release actions or unused Level control input output crosspoint group up down up down using scroll keys range limit Mute control on off toggle Patch control recall Logic control iDR switch logic outputs PL remotes Soft LEDs and Logic Outputs Assignable by the installer iDR 8 32x front panel iDR in 8x front panel iDR out 8x front panel iDR switch 16x open collector outputs PL remotes various 3 colour green yellow red off Signal meters 3 colour mute static patch related Level sense switching from meter activity LCD Display 2x16 character grey backlit Assignable display patch related Combinations of clock unit name and user text Setup menu code update and status modes 44 Memory System Up to 99 patches memory usage dependent Patch name up to 8 characters displays on PC can display in LCD Select parameters to save from on screen list Add remove copy paste parameter edit functions Selectable power up patch recall Patch recall assignable to front panel and remote soft switches Scheduled events clock related patch recall Adjustable level cross fade between patches Parameters stored in iDR 8 Unit name and password Time and day clock meter settings TCP IP and PPP settings Configured settings and patches Parameters archived as configurations files Communication port preferences Synchronisation pr
104. y combinations of clock patch name unit name and user defined text This can be linked to the patches iDR System Manager software for system setup Once configured the PC can be removed and the system operated stand alone PL Designer and Client software for creation of virtual wall plates and controllers that can be run from networked PC workstations Operator control can be restricted by the installer Powerful fixed architecture with full processing on all 16 input and output channels Familiar GUI makes setup and control an easy task 48kHz operation The iDR 8 has processing for a full 16x16 matrix running at 48kHz An upgrade to 96kHz may become available in the future Patchbays and crosspoint matrix The input source patchbay selects any physical input to any input channel The output patchbay selects any output channel to any physical output The 16x16 matrix allows independent level control at each crosspoint Channel stereo linking and grouping Input and output channels can be linked for true stereo operation and grouped for master fader control Configurations be named archived and opened using PC files These store the system setup parameters such as communication options names stereo linking scheduled events and set of patches Patches Up to 99 patches can be created named and stored within the configuration file A patch can work with any number of selected parameters including signal processi
105. ysical and virtual wall plates and controllers CONFIGURATION FILES Two cfg files are provided DEFAULT and RESET These give you a useful starting point LABEL TEMPLATE Windows Word file for creating a customised label to fit to the iDR 8 front panel Use this to identify the key and LED functions Installing the iDR 8 The iDR 8 and its expanders are supplied ready For desk top or shelf mounting remove the rack ears and fit the 4 press Use Torx star head for 19 rack mounting in rubber feet provided screwdrivers Fit the face plate once you have configured the settings with the front panel menu system and fitted any labels required to identify the key and The plate is packed separately Fit this using the 4 hex screws and the 2mm Allen LED functions driver provided Allow adequate space behind the units for plugging in the connectors The dimensions are shown below Plug the cables into their correct sockets recommend that you colour code or label the cables to avoid errors when replugging them in the future 88 92mm 3 5 3 6 2U b d Remove 2x rack ears ix M4 Torx T20 om Fit 4x feet 44mm 48mm 4 7 1 9 A PN WwW ww Remove 2x rack ears Tox T10 ___ 4 m lo Fit 4x feet 44mm 48mm 4 7 19 A gt b 4 Remove 2x rack ears Tox T10 ml Fit 4x feet 14 equipment amplifiers A Do not

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