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1. Remember that the maximum cable length between A Net devices is 500 feet 150 meters 16 Channels Send Return The 16 x 16 configuration has sixteen inputs and sixteen outputs on each side of the audio network 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out lt A Net Expansion 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In A Net Using this configuration each side of the audio network has one AN 16 i Input Module and one AN 16 o Output Module Sixteen channels of audio move in 34 each direction over a single Cat 5e cable Again the A Net Expansion jack is used to combine the A Net data from two devices for transmission down one cable Front of house Stage Channels 1 16 Y ANTEE Expansion Out L A Net hd hdd AN 16 7 In Expansion Out A Net Input Module UL a Net _ IAN 16 o A Net Output Module Expansion Out Ld Ld L A Net In Expansion Out AN 16 7 L _ Anet _ Channels 17 32 A Net Input Module To configure a 16 x 16 system 1 Set up one AN 16 i and one AN 16 0 on each side of the network For example one set of an AN 16 i and an AN 16 0 is placed at the front of house mix position The matching set of one AN 16 i and one AN 16 o is placed on the stage 2 Connect sixteen lin
2. Model Number c cesessesessesesseseseees Product Serial Number cccesesseeseetesessees Date Purchased cccsesesseseeseseeees D aler NAIVE casa ssiceisssesncascasacoassssasvidecsseviovasvusasssstavasveassbisansgansesbaauvisasabveasesasaboiasstarieasieh VOUNINGIM ES iccsssecsriericsesvanesnsevmnnnnnaainensnannucnns IGN CS SEE EEE E EA EE ACI OSS 2 casscssscnvessssstssansaanvissestnbscnvacnvicasssbiscnoacovaesestnbasooacovacaseaniacoenenys Zip Postal COME essseccseecseecseecseecseesseesseenes GOUNYY ssvsccesescsesunassossasssscssvvansensaverssossazessenanceive Emal Adare S Sisareni a AAEE Fax this form to Aviom at 1 610 738 9950 Index Symbols 22dB 15 4dB 15 10dBV 15 OdBu 15 32 Channel System 32 64 Channel System 37 40 A A B C D ports System Bridge 38 A 16CS Control Surface 16 A 16D 2 21 22 33 37 42 A 16D Pro 2 21 22 37 42 A 16ll 16 31 41 A 16R 16 30 31 37 42 A Net 7 36 Bridge 40 A Net Active LED 17 A Net Bridge 40 AN 16SB AN 16SBR 38 A Net Connections AN 16 i 17 A Net Connectors 21 A Net Distributor 2 22 37 42 A 16D A 16D Pro 21 A Net Expansion 21 32 33 35 AN 16 i 17 A Net Expansion jack 32 AN 16 i 11 AN 16 0 13 46 48 A Net In 21 42 A Net LED 12 47 AN 16 o 12 47 A Net Out 21 29 42 AN 16 i 17 A Net Out jack AN 16 i 11 AN 16 0 13 46 48 AC Line Conditioning 3 Adding A 16 Mixers 30 Adding Effects 28 Adding More Audio Outputs 29 36 adding Pers
3. Port A on one System Bridge always connects data to Port Aon another System Bridge etc System Bridges can also be used to combine A Net streams from multiple networks in an installation allowing for example ports A and B from Network 1 to be sent along with streams B and C from Network 2 to a third area creating Network 3 42 A Net Out A Net In A Net Out AN 16 i a AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 ae AN 16 i OO TOS JA WS AN 16 o AN 16 0 AN 16SB AN 16SB AN 16SB Bridge A Net In AN 16 0 AN 16SB A second set of System Bridges move 64 channels of audio over one Cat 5e cable to another destination The next example shows a complex network that combines A Net from two different networks A Net Out A Net In A A au B Bridge B c c D D A AN 16SB AN 16SB B A Net Out A Net In D A A AN 165B B Bridge B AN 16 0 c c D D AN 16SB AN 16SB Bridge A Net In 7 B D AN 16SB 43 As with all A Net compatible devices any available A Net Out can be used as a starting point for expansion In the preceding diagrams any Pro16 input module can be substituted for the AN 16 i modules These include e AN 16 i M 16 mic line inputs e Y1 card for use with Yamaha digital mixing consoles routes audio from the Yamaha interface to A Net D 16c card for use with DiGiCo digital mixing consoles routes audio from the DiGiCo interface to A Net 44 Appendix 1 AN
4. 23 23 24 24 25 26 28 28 29 29 30 31 32 32 32 33 34 36 37 37 38 39 40 41 42 45 45 47 48 49 49 49 49 56 Welcome Thank you for purchasing the Aviom AN 16 i Input Module and AN 16 o Output Module This User Guide is designed to familiarize you with your new products and to have you up and running in no time Features The AN 16 i and the AN 16 o are part of Aviom s Pro16 audio networking products Together they provide a host of professional features designed to make the system flexible in a variety of audio performance and music situations By combining AN 16 i and AN 16 o units a wide variety of digital snake configurations are possible AN 16 i Input Module Features e Sixteen line level audio inputs e High quality A to D conversion e Adjustable input gain switches per channel pair e Eight stereo channel Link switches Signal and Peak LEDs on each channel A Net Out and Expansion jacks e 1U high rack mountable enclosure On TRS equipped models Sixteen balanced 1 4 inch TRS jacks for audio Input connections e Sixteen balanced 1 4 inch TRS jacks for audio Thru connections On Euroblock equipped models e Sixteen balanced Euroblock connectors for audio Input and Thru connections AN 16 0 Output Module Features Sixteen balanced line level outputs Adjustable output gain switches per channel pair Signal and Peak LEDs on each channel A Net In Out and Expansion jacks e 1U high rack m
5. 47 stereo channel 15 stereo input 15 16 Stereo Link 15 16 Stereo Link Switch 10 Submixing 24 System Bridge 3 32 38 using multiple 42 T Thru 17 31 Thru jack 18 AN 16 i 11 27 Tip Ring and Sleeve 18 TRS 18 23 TRS balanced 11 13 46 48 TRS Inserts 26 U unbalanced 18 23 UPS 3 Using Multiple System Bridges 42 Ww wire a DB25 cable 49 wire a Euroblock connector 31 X XLR 31 Y Y1 38 44 Y1 card 21 Yamaha 21 38 Y cable 26
6. AN 16 i Rear Panel There are two rows of balanced TRS connectors marked In and Thru on the rear of the TRS version of the AN 16 i Input Module A single row of Euroblock connectors are provided on the EB versions of the product The connections on the TRS equipped AN 16 i can accept balanced or unbalanced inch cables Euroblock models can be wired to a variety of connectors making them ideal for application where TRS cables are not appropriate The system can accept a wide variety of signal levels gain settings are changed on the front panel of the AN 16 i The audio design of the AN 16 i allows you to add the system at virtually any point in your existing audio system The AN 16 i can accept audio coming from e Mixing board direct outputs e Mixing board insert sends only e Mixing board insert send and return loops e Line output from mic preamps e Line outputs from keyboards and other music devices e CD or DVD players e Tape decks e Digital Audio Workstations DAWs Computer sound cards e Effects processors Video decks cameras etc Connecting a Mixer As mentioned above almost any line level audio output can be used with the AN 16 i Depending on the topology of your particular audio mixer some or all of the following signal types could be available Direct Output A direct output is typically found at the channel level of a console That is each channel on the mixer has its own direct output jack This type
7. AN 16 i contains channels 1 16 while the other has channels 17 32 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out To configure a 32 x 0 system 1 Connect the first sixteen line level audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the first AN 16 i Input Module 2 Connect the second group of sixteen audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the second AN 16 i 3 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the first 33 AN 16 i to the A Net Expansion jack on the second AN 16 i 4 Connect a cable from the A Net Out jack on the second AN 16 i and run it to the destination where the AN 16 o Output Modules are located and plug it into the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module 5 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Expansion jack on the first AN 16 o to the A Net In on the second AN 16 o 6 Patch the audio outputs from the two AN 16 o Output Modules into the desired destinations Front of house Stage Channels 1 16 AN 16 o A Net Output Module Expansion Out me L anet tet r In Expansion Out AN 16 7 L _ aNnet AN 16 o A Net Output Module Expansion Out L A Net hd hu AN 16 7 In Expansion Out L A A Net Input Module Channels 17 32 A Net Cat 5e connections for a 32 x 0 system shown in a live performance setting
8. Out To create a sixteen channel audio network e Connect audio from your source to the inputs of the AN 16 i e Connect the A Net Out jack on the AN 16 i to the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module Expand the system by connecting a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out of the first AN 16 o Output Module to the A Net In jack on the next AN 16 o Output Module Repeat this same patching as needed for each additional AN 16 o added to the network e Connect the audio outputs of each AN 16 o to the line level audio inputs of your receiving devices Adding Prol6 Personal Mixers An audio network can be expanded to include Aviom s line of Pro16 Monitor Mixing System products as well As seen in the previous section the A Net Out jack on the AN 16 o Output Module can be used to send a copy of the sixteen channels of audio data to another A Net compatible device This includes the A 16ll and A 16R Personal Mixers The following diagram shows a 16 x 16 system with two different types of expanded outputs It uses both AN 16 o Output Modules and Personal Mixers Remember that the Personal Mixers can be A 16ll or A 16R models as needed 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out Stereo Mix Out 30 Any number of A 16ll or A 16R Personal Mixers can be added using this method In fact it s important to remember that any A Net compatible device can be added to a system connected via daisy
9. Output Module Front Panel E x 1 2 3 4 Output Level Output Level AVIOM o m o e Signal O C _0 10 4 10 4 C dBV dBu dBV dBu X FUNCTION Clip LED red lights when the audio signal hits OdB full scale indicating that the source audio signal is too high 2 Signal Present LED green lights to show that an audio signal is present on a channel 3 Output Level Switch in the left position the channel pair is output at mic level in the right position the channels are output at 4dBu line level Power LED indicates that the AN 16 0 is on A Net LED indicates that the AN 16 o is receiving valid A Net data Power O aA nNet A Net Output Module 47 Original AN 16 o0 Output Module Rear Panel 5 AVIOM 4 AN 16 o0 a gia O mA L ar Bee FUNCTION DC Power Jack connect the DC power supply here 2 A Net In Jack connect the A Net signal from an input module or other compatible A Net source here A Net Expansion Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 o units G Net Out Jack connects to any A Net compatible device a Audio Outputs TRS balanced 1 4 jack supplies a 10dBu or 4dBV line level audio signal for TRS model only Euroblock outputs for EB model only TRS model rear p
10. accident or problems with electrical power The warranty also does not apply if the product has been modified in any way or if the product serial number has been damaged modified or removed If a defect is discovered first write or call Aviom Inc to obtain a Return Authorization number No service will be performed on any product returned without prior authorization Aviom Inc will at its option repair or replace the product at no charge to you The product must be returned during the warranty period with transportation charges prepaid to Aviom Inc 1157 Phoenixville Pike Suite 201 West Chester PA 19380 You must use the product s original packing materials for shipment Shipments should be insured for the value of the product Include your name address phone number description of the problem and copy of the original bill of sale with the shipment The Return Authorization number should be written on the outside of the box THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE OR JURISDICTION TO JURISDICTION AVIOM S RESPONSIBILITY FOR MALFUNCTIONS AND DEFECTS IN HARDWARE IS LIMITED TO REPAIR AND REPLACEMENT AS SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY STATEMENT ALL EXPRESS AND IMPLIED WARRANTIES FOR THE PRODUCT INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE WARRANTY PERIOD SET FOR
11. is mono in the right position the channels are linked as a stereo pair 4 Input Level Switch selects one of four available operating levels selectable for each channel pair Power LED indicates that the AN 16 i is on AN 16 7 A Net Input Module 10 AN 16 i Input Module Rear Panel MET 2 Q 18 24 V Regulated pews Expansion Out 500 mA L A Net AVIOM AN 16 2 FUNCTION DC Power Jack connect the DC power supply here A Net Expansion Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 0 units A Net Out Jack connects to any A Net compatible device Analog Audio Input TRS balanced 1 4 jack accepts any line level audio signal for TRS model only Thru Jack a copy of the balanced analog audio from the In jack Euroblock inputs for EB model only O TRS model rear panel OQO O Positive Negative Ground O 11 AN 16 o0 Output Module Front Panel O I 2 3 4 Output Level Output Level AVIOM an utput Leve utput Leve gO Mic Line Mic Line i O FUNCTION Clip LED red lights when the audio signal hits 0dB full scale indicating that the source audio signal is too high Signal Present LED green lights to show that an audio signal is p
12. or A 16R Personal Mixers e Changing the channel link status will affect Groups you have created on Personal Mixers in some cases Power LED The right side of the AN 16 i Input Module also contains the Power LED This indicator shows that power is connected to the unit When the AN 16 i is powered up a valid A Net signal is being generated 16 AN 16 i Rear Panel On the rear of the AN 16 i Input Module you will find the DC power connector A Net connections the sixteen balanced analog audio inputs and the sixteen audio Thru jacks No Thru jacks appear on Euroblock models Signal routing into and out of the AN 16 i Input Module has been designed to be extremely flexible allowing the AN 16 i to integrate into virtually any audio environment 18 24 V DC Regulated Power Expansion Out 500 mA ANet AVIOM AN 16 Power Connector The AN 16 i Input Module comes with a switching type power supply This type of power supply can be used with a wide range of AC wall current outputs This means that you do not need to replace the power supply if the unit will be used in countries where current voltages are different if you travel with your Aviom gear occasionally You may however need plug adapters to allow the power supply to be connected to wall outlets internationally since many countries use different physical plug layouts for their power systems A Net Connections Two A Net connecti
13. that polarity of the plug found on the DC power supply needs to match that of the original power supply that came with your Aviom equipment Aviom products use a center positive power supply The outer contact is negative the inner contact is positive See the diagram above Cleaning and Maintenance Information The exterior of your Aviom products should be cleaned with a dry soft lint free cloth For tougher dirt you can use a cloth slightly dampened with water or with a mild detergent When cleaning your Aviom products never spray cleaners directly onto the product surfaces Instead spray a small amount of the cleaning solution onto a clean cloth first Then use the dampened cloth to clean the product Note Never use solvents or abrasive cleaners on the finished surfaces of your Aviom products Front Rear Panel Descriptions AN 16 i Input Module Front Panel 1 2 3 4 a a mai O O mi soi_Q mM o o mM AVIOM Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level O DTI STI 22 4 O 10 22 4 O 10 Ne dBu dBV dBu dBV Funcions SES Clip LED red lights when the audio signal is 3dB below full scale 0dB Signal Present LED green lights to show that an audio signal is present on a channel Stereo Link Switch in the left position each channel
14. would have the insert Send cable plugged into its Input and the insert Return cable plugged into its Output This wiring 26 completes the signal loop without interrupting the audio being played though the console lt Output Console TRS Effect Device Channel Insert gt Input Audio flows from the console insert point into the effect device and then back to the console To use the AN 16 i with this insert layout both the In and Thru jacks on the AN 16 i are used The main console s Insert Send should be plugged into the In jack on the AN 16 i The Thru jack on the AN 16 i is used to return the signal to the console completing the audio loop In this case the AN 16 i acts like an effects device but it has no audible effect and does not change the audio signal in any way lt Thru Console TRS Channel Insert AN 16 i gt Input Audio flows from the console insert point into the AN 16 i and then back to the console Discreet Insert Send and Return Jacks If a console uses separate jacks for Send and Return functions the cable connections are much more obvious The Send from the Insert point on the console is connected to the AN 16 i In jack The Thru on the AN 16 i is connected to the Return jack on the console to complete the loop Both balanced and unbalanced versions of this wiring exist on mixing consoles Consult your mixer s documentation for additional information Return lt Th
15. 10 32 size to attach the unit to your rack hardware Tighten all four screws firmly but avoid overtightening You may want to use non metallic washers between the rack mounting screws and the device s finished surface to avoid marring the painted finish on your Aviom products Always allow adequate ventilation for devices mounted in equipment racks Avoid placing your AN 16 i or AN 16 o directly above or below other rack mounted devices that produce high levels of heat such as power amps The EtherCon Connector Some Aviom products use EtherCon Cat 5 connectors The Neutrik EtherCon connector is a dual RJ45 type connector It can receive a standard Category 5e cable or a cable fitted with the special heavy duty EtherCon connector When using a standard Cat 5e cable plug the cable into the center of the jack release the cable by pressing on the small plastic tab built into the cable connector The locking EtherCon connector is similar to an XLR cable the kind commonly used on microphones Insert an EtherCon equipped cable into the jack until it clicks and locks in place To remove the cable press on the metal release tab at the top of the panel mounted EtherCon jack and pull the connector outward What is Category 5 Category 5 sometimes referred to as Cat 5 describes a commonly used type of high performance network cabling It is used mainly for data transmission purposes to connect computers modems and other devices A standa
16. 16 0 Output Module Variations Previous versions of the AN 16 o are compatible with all Pro16 products The information provided here details the differences in features of previous models in order to make the integration of new and old products easy to understand Original AN 16 o L 2 3 4 7a O AVIOM Clip m G Output Level Signal 10 4 10 4 O dBV dBu dBV dBu N FUNCTION Output Level Switch in the left position the channel pair is output at 10dBv level in the right position the channels are output at 4dBu line level 45 D 18 24 V AVIOM AN 18 2 Regulated 4 o g Laor Laor Expansion ME 1 foc Power Jack connect the DC power supply here A Net In Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 o units A Net Expansion Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 o0 units Pa JA Net Out Jack connects to any A Net compatible device Paes Audio Outputs TRS balanced 1 4 jack supplies a 10dBu or 4dBV line level audio signal for TRS model only 6 Euroblock outputs for EB model only TRS model rear panel Euroblock model rear panel O E ee ee i ig Q 46 Original AN 16 o0
17. 3 4 Output Level O O O O Mic Line Check the specifications of your audio gear if you are unsure about its output level Although you won t harm the AN 16 i or your audio devices by using an incorrect level setting you do want to avoid distorting the audio that passes through the system AN 16 o0 Output Module Rear Panel On the rear of the AN 16 o Output Module you will find the A Net connectors the power supply input and the balanced line level audio outputs 18 24 V Regulated T D 500 mA 2 In lt gt Expansion Out DC Power L Aet DC Power Input Connect the 18 24v DC power supply to the jack on the rear of the AN 16 0 Output Module Use only power supplies designed for use with your Aviom products 20 A Net Connections There are three A Net connectors on the rear of the AN 16 o Output Module marked In Expansion and Out A Net In The A Net In jack accepts the A Net signal coming from an AN 16 i or AN 16 i M Input Module Y1 card Yamaha or D 16c card DiGiCo A Net from the Expansion jack of an AN 16 o or an AN 16 i or AN 16 i M the A Net signal coming from the Out jack of a Personal Mixer e the A Net Out signal from an A 16D or A 16D Pro A Net Distributor A Net Out The A Net Out jack is used to connect the incoming digital A Net data to another A Net device This will send the same sixteen audio channels
18. 6 cables can be interchanged When speaking about interconnections between components in a system the term Cat 5 is used generically to indicate the use of any of the applicable cable types A Net Distributors The A 16D and A 16D Pro A Net Distributors are referred to generically as A Net Distributors Package Contents A complete AN Series distributed audio network system comes packaged in two parts the AN 16 i Input Module and the AN 16 o Output Module Many configurations are possible by using additional AN 16 i Input Module and or AN 16 o Output Module units Check the contents of the boxes carefully before making connections and continuing with installation To create a basic distributed audio system you should have An AN 16 i Input Module box with e One AN 16 i Input Module e One DC Power supply for the AN 16 i An AN 16 o Output Module box with e One AN 16 o Output Module e One DC Power supply for the AN 16 o Options for your system include e Category 5e interconnect cables e The AN 16SBR or AN 16SB System Bridge e Aviom Personal Mixer products such as the A 16ll Personal Mixer or A 16R rack mount Personal Mixer for creating a monitoring system A 16D and or A 16D Pro A Net Distributors Also included with the system is a Warranty Registration found within this User Guide Be sure to fill out the form and return it to Aviom Inc via mail or fax as soon as possible AC Line Conditioning Aviom products are digit
19. 64 The AN 16 i M Mic Input Module can be substituted for any AN 16 i shown in the following diagrams Use the AN 16 i M to add up to sixteen microphone signals per module to a audio network Digital modules the Y1 card for Yamaha and the D 16c card for DiGiCo can be substituted for input modules in the diagrams that follow Note When using the System Bridge to create a network the Expansion jacks on the AN 16 i and AN 16 o are not used System Bridge The AN 16SBR System Bridge and its predecessor the AN 16SB is a two part accessory that takes in up to four individual A Net data streams and combines them for transmission over a single Cat 5e cable At the destination another AN 16SBR is used to separate the A Net streams The separate A Net data streams can then be connected to A Net compatible devices as needed en eR O H AVIOM Qh 7 AN 16ser a 4 JA amp NT en A0 0 A NAO p Aana cy The front and rear panels of the rack mounted AN 16SBR A Net A B BRIDGE c D AVIOM The front panel of the original AN 16SB The System Bridge contains four A Net connectors labeled A B C and D These accept standard Cat 5e cables These jacks will always connect to an A Net compatible product The connection labeled A Net Bridge will always connect to another System Bridge s A Ne
20. AVIOM AN 16 Z A Net Input Module AN 16 o A Net Output Module User GUIDE ZA Aner Information in this document is subject to change All rights reserved Copyright 2006 Aviom Inc Printed in USA Assy 9310 1004 0001 rev 1 03 P N 9310 3004 0001 rev 1 0 Aviom Inc 1157 Phoenixville Pike Suite 201 West Chester PA 19380 4254 USA 1 610 738 9005 voice 1 610 738 9950 fax www aviom com Aviom and the Aviom logo are trademarks of Aviom Inc A Net and the A Net logo are trademarks of Aviom Inc READ THIS FIRST Important Safety Instructions I a 16 17 Read these instructions Keep these instructions Heed all warnings Follow all instructions Do not use this apparatus near water Clean only with a dry cloth Do not block any ventilation openings Install in accordance with the manufacturer s instructions Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators heat registers stoves or other apparatus including amplifiers that produce heat Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding type plug A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong The wide blade or third prong are provided for your safety If the provided plug does not fit your outlet consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particu
21. TH ABOVE NO WARRANTIES WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED WILL APPLY AFTER SUCH PERIOD AVIOM INC DOES NOT ACCEPT LIABILITY BEYOND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH IN THIS LIMITED WARRANTY DOCUMENT AVIOM INC S LIABILITY IS LIMITED TO THE REPAIR OR REPLACEMENT AT OUR OPTION OF ANY DEFECTIVE PRODUCT AND SHALL IN NO EVENT INCLUDE INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES OF ANY KIND SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW EXCLUSIONS OR LIMITATION OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR LIABILITY FOR INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES SO THE ABOVE LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU Warranty Information Please record the following information for future reference Your Authorized Aviom Dealer Name Address Phone Serial Numbers of Your Aviom Products Date of Purchase Your Authorized Aviom Dealer is your primary source for service and support The information recorded above will be helpful in communicating with your Authorized Aviom Dealer should you need to contact Aviom Customer Service If you have any questions concerning the use of this unit please contact your Authorized Aviom Dealer first For additional technical support or to find the name of the nearest Authorized Aviom Repair Station check the Aviom web site at www aviom com To fulfill warranty requirements your Aviom product should be serviced only at an authorized Aviom service center The Aviom serial number label must appear on the outside of the unit or the Aviom warranty is voi
22. a single fader Stereo Drum Mix Example By using two bus outputs a stereo drum sub mix with panning can be created The drums are assigned to two bus outputs usually consecutive numbers such as 1 and 2 or 3 and 4 The stereo pan or left right balance from the drum kit is then set by using the mixers Pan knobs To get the floor tom into only the right speaker for example its pan knob should be turned to the fully clockwise position Aux Sends Effects Sends An Auxiliary Send also called an Aux Send or effects send is typically used ona live or recording console to send the sound from a channel into an effect device such as a reverb Using a dedicated set of knobs found in each channel strip each channel can have a different amount of the effect applied as needed An Aux Send does not have to be used exclusively with effects though You can think of an Aux Send as another mini mixer it functions in a similar manner to a bus output It is used to pass the audio signals from the console to another destination You can use any combination of available audio sources with the AN 16 i Input Module The method for using an Aux Send to create a monitor mix is similar to that described for using a bus output Most consoles have from two to eight Aux 25 Sends Some console designs also allow Aux Sends to be pre or post fader The number of independent audio signals that can be sent to the AN 16 i Input Module via Aux Sends will de
23. al O AVIOM O 1 2 Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level pm 22 40 10 22 4 0 10 dBu dBV dBu d O O BV 3 4 5 6 O O o o o O Stereo Link Input Level 22 40 10 dBu dBV The front panel of the AN 16 i contains the Channel information Stereo Link switches Signal Present LEDs Clip LEDs Power indicator and the Input Level switches Channel LEDs The numbered Channels on the AN 16 i front panel correspond to the sixteen line level analog audio inputs on the rear panel of the AN 16 i They are grouped together in pairs Channels 1 and 2 Channels 3 and 4 etc Each Channel contains two LEDs one showing that there is an audio signal present and another used to indicate that the input to a channel is causing audio clipping Signal and Clip LEDs appear directly beneath the Channel numbers The lower LED marked Signal will light as long as an audio signal of at least 40dB is present on the channel It provides an easy way to confirm that audio is indeed passing into and being processed by the AN 16 i The upper LED is marked Clip It will light if a signal reaches a point that is within 3 dB of full scale OdB In general you want to operate the system so tha
24. al devices and as such are sensitive to sudden spikes and drops in the AC line voltage Changes in the line voltage from lightning power outages etc can sometimes damage electronic equipment To minimize the chance of damage to your equipment from sudden changes in the AC line voltage you may want to plug your equipment into a power source that has surge and spike protection Power outlet strips are available with built in surge protection circuits that may help protect your equipment Other options for protection of your equipment include the use of an AC line conditioner ora battery backup system sometimes referred to as an uninterruptible power supply or UPS Installing AN Series Products in a Rack The AN 16 i Input Module and the AN 16 o Output Module are designed to be installed in a standard 19 inch audio equipment rack This design is both for easy transportation of the units and for protection Each unit takes up one standard rack space 19 inches wide by 1 75 inches high Optionally you can place the units on a table top or other flat surface such as a shelf The rack ears on each side of the device are designed to support the weight of the AN 16 i or AN 16 o without additional hardware Each rack ear contains holes for two screws per side Always support the unit with all four screws To rack mount either of the AN Series products position it in the equipment rack at the desired location Use standard rack mounting screws
25. anding 41 Expansion 18 Expansion jack 33 38 F Front Rear Panel Diagrams 10 Front Panel AN 16 i 10 14 AN 16 o0 12 19 47 G group output 24 console 24 l inline coupler 7 Input jacks 18 Input Levels 14 Input Level Switch 10 14 insert points 28 Insert Send Return 26 27 Installing in a Rack 4 L LAN Local Area Network 7 LED descriptions of 10 LEDs 14 Level Switch 15 Line 29 line level 21 Linking Channels 16 Link Switch 15 16 Local Area Network 7 M maximum cable length 7 34 Mic 29 Mic Input Module 2 38 mixer sub groups 15 monitor with effect 28 without effect 28 Mono 16 multi pin connectors 49 N network 7 networking 7 Neutrik 4 o operating levels 29 output jacks 21 Output Level Switch 19 AN 16 0 12 45 47 P Package Contents 3 Parallel A Net Routing 22 parallel connection 22 Patch Bay 49 PB28 Modular Patch Bay 49 permanent installation 5 Personal Mixer 33 36 41 Personal Mixers 15 16 adding 30 pinout diagram DB25 49 Power Connector 17 Power LED 16 AN 16 i 10 AN 16 0 12 47 power supply 17 20 plug size 8 replacing 8 power supply polarity 8 Prol6 7 Personal Mixers 15 Pro16 Monitor Mixing System 36 Pro16 Personal Mixers adding 30 R rack mounting screws 4 Rack mounting 4 Rear Panel AN 16 i 11 AN 16 o 13 20 48 replace the power supply 8 RJ45 4 RJ45 connector 5 router 7 S Send Return Points insert 26 series connection 21 22 Signal LED 10 12 14 19
26. anel Q om Euroblock model rear panel Sea oe Mo E ed Lad E E E E Q 48 Appendix 2 DB25 Wiring Info The rear panel of the AN 16 o uses a pair DB25 connectors for its balanced line level audio outputs AN 16 0 DB25 Audio Connections The DB25 multi pin connectors on the AN 16 o are wired to analog pinout standards This allows easy interfacing with a variety of audio equipment with the use of readily available multi pin breakout cables or with Aviom PB28 Modular Patch Bay products Each DB25 jack carries eight balanced audio channel outputs To wire a custom cable for use with the AN 16 o DB25 output jacks use the following table DB25 Pin Number ee a Sa a5 CNe Connect a DB25 Pinout The pins on panel mounted DB25 jacks on the AN 16 o are numbered according to the following diagram Each DB25 jack carries eight of the balanced line level audio signals channel 1 8 or channels 9 16 49 Warranty Registration Please take a moment to fill in this warranty registration form Return it to Aviom via mail or fax All information will be kept confidential Model Number c ccsessesessesesteeeeeees Product Serial Number ccceesseeseeeseeseee Model Number c ccsessesessesesseseseees Product Serial Number cceeseeeseeteseeeee Model Number c cesessesecsesesseseseees Product Serial Number cccesesseeseeteseeeee
27. ard with the effect processing Console TRS we 7 Channel Insert AN 16 i Input Output Input Thru Audio flows from the console insert point into the effect device then into the AN 16 i and returns to the console Line level Devices In addition to connecting a traditional mixing console there are numerous other audio sources that can be used with the AN Series audio network products and the Pro16 Monitor Mixing System There is no requirement that your audio sources be connected to a mixing console first Using some creative patching you ll find numerous uses for the system Here are a few examples Connect the stereo outputs of multiple CD players to inputs on the AN 16 i Input Module to distribute a variety of music pro grams to multiple rooms Patch a drum machine output or line output from a computer sound card into the AN 16 i to provide a click track for musicians e Connect multiple keyboards directly to the AN 16 i Then patch the Thru jacks on the AN 16 i to the main mixer inputs Connect outputs from stereo guitar processors or amp simulators e Virtual drums can be connected directly into the AN 16 i Input Module Connections on the AN 16 o Rear Panel There are sixteen balanced line level audio outputs on the rear panel of the AN 16 o Output Module They can be connected to any device capable of using line level audio sources such as audio mixers effect processors computer sound cards cameras and r
28. available wall panel connectors that include the RJ45 jack Solid wire is recommended for permanent installations In addition to standard Category 5e cables Category 6 Cat 6 cables can also be used Note When purchasing Category 5e cables be sure to buy only standard Cat 5e cables not those sold as crossover cables A crossover cable is used for file transfer between two computers A crossover cable is not compatible with your Aviom equipment Cable Lengths Cat 5e cables used with your Aviom products can be up to 500 feet approximately 150 meters in length The maximum cable length specification applies to the cable connected between the AN 16 i Input Module and the first AN 16 o Output Module or Personal Mixer in your system as well as for cable runs between each additional A Net Pro16 compatible device in your system Your cable length performance will be affected by a number of factors including the quality of the cables used and the number of devices such as cable couplers used or wall panel interconnections in use Use Cat 5e cable for best performance wherever possible Up to 500 feet of Cat 5e cable can be used to connect each system component AN 16 i Input Module AN 16 o Output Modules or Personal Mixers Infinite number of A Net components IARI When using the optional AN 16SB System Bridge the cable length specification applies to the total cable length between the two A Net devices bein
29. being processed by the AN 16 o Output Module to the next A Net device creating a digital split An unlimited number of A Net devices can be connected in series using this method Any A Net device including the A 16D or A 16D Pro A Net Distributors can be connected here A Net Expansion The A Net Expansion jack is used when a 32 channel system is created by using two AN 16 i or AN 16 i M Input Modules and two AN 16 o Output Modules Using A Net Expansion allows thirty two channels of audio to travel down a single cable up to the maximum of 500 feet 150 meters Audio Outputs The outputs on the rear of the AN 16 o Output Module can be used with any device that can accept a line level audio output such as recording devices mixing consoles wireless transmitters powered speaker systems and computer sound cards The outputs on the AN 16 o are balanced line level audio The output jacks are DB25 d sub multipin connectors each outputs eight channels of audio A Net Connection Options In a simple system the easiest connection method uses what is called a daisy chain That is each A Net device is connected in series The first device in the chain receives the A Net signal from the AN 16 i Input Module Each successive A Net compatible device gets its A Net connection from the A Net Out jack of 21 the device preceding it in the chain There is one drawback to this connection method however If one A Net device in the chain i
30. chain or parallel Euroblock Connections AN Series module equipped with Euroblocks are shipped with the male cable connectors required for installation The male Euroblock cable connectors plug into the panel jacks on the rear panel and snap into place The male Euroblock s cable ends can be wired to patch bays 1 4 inch jacks XLR cables or to other terminal block connectors to allow for wiring flexibility Wiring can be done without soldering using simple tools including a wire stripper and small screwdriver Each panel mounted Euroblock jack is clearly marked with ground negative and positive terminals left to right for fully balanced operation Make sure when connecting cables to the male connectors that the orientation of the individual wires remains the same To wire a Euroblock connector Strip the protective outer jacket from the wire using wire strippers to expose the individual wires beneath Strip about 1 4 inch of the insulation from the positive and nega tive wires the ground wire typically has no insulation Remove the male Euroblock connectors from the rear panel of the AN Series module Orient the male Euroblock so that the three screw terminals are facing up Starting from the left side of the connector insert the ground wire into the first slot e Use a small screwdriver to tighten the locking mechanism and hold the wire firmly in place Insert the negative wire into the second slot in
31. ction against harmful interference in a residential installation This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions may cause harmful interference to radio communications However there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures e Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected Consult the dealer or an experienced radio TV technician for help Changes or modifications to the product not expressly approved by Aviom Inc could void the user s FCC authority to operate the equipment Table of Contents Warranty Information Welcome Features AN 16 i Input Module Features AN 16 o Output Module Features Conventions Used in this Document AN Series Using Personal Mixers Cat 5 Cables A Net Distributors Package Contents AC Line Conditioning Installing AN Series Products in a Rack The EtherCon Connector What is Category 5 Cable Lengths About A Net Power Supplies Cleaning and Maintenance Information Front R
32. d This manual and its contents are copyrighted by Aviom Inc All rights are reserved by Aviom Inc This document may not in whole or in part be copied photocopied reproduced translated or reduced to any electronic medium or machine readable form without prior written consent from Aviom Inc The software and or firmware contained within Aviom products is copyrighted and all rights are reserved by Aviom Inc Although every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of the text and illustrations in this manual no guarantee is made or implied as to the accuracy of the information contained within WARNING TO REDUCE THE DANGER OF ELECTRICAL SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVERS NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLY To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock do not expose this product to rain or other types of moisture To avoid the hazard of electrical shock do not handle the power cord with wet hands Operating Temperature 10 C to 40 C 50 F to 105 F CAUTION e Using any audio system at high volume levels can cause permanent damage to your hearing Set your system volume as low as possible Avoid prolonged exposure to excessive sound pressure levels IMPORTANT This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable prote
33. device can be used to expand an existing system Any number of additional AN 16 o Output Modules can be added as can any number of A 16ll or A 16R Personal Mixers The following example shows one variation of an expanded system 41 A Net In A Net Out A AN 16 0 AN 16 o AN 16 0 Bridge 8 AN 16 0 c AN 16 0 D AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16SB A 16D AN 16 0 This example starts as a 64 x 0 configuration the input side of the system is not shown in the diagram Two of the outputs are expanded Port A has two AN 16 o Output Modules added Port D has two Output Modules which then feed an A 16D A Net Distributor The A 16D Distributor connects to five A 16R rack mounted Personal Mixers for use as a monitor system for five musicians performing live Then another AN 16 o Output Module is connected via a daisy chain to the last A 16R Expansion of a system can continue as your needs require Any available A Net Out can be used to connect to the A Net In on any compatible device Again each A Net cable used can be up to 500 feet long making this system capable of spanning long distance between rooms floors etc A 16D Pro A Net Distributors can be substituted for the A 16D Using Multiple System Bridges Expansion of a system can include multiple AN 16SBR or AN 16SB System Bridges This allows audio to be fed to different locations as needed Using multiple System Bridges follows the same connection rules as outlined previously
34. e channels 1 and 2 channels 13 and 14 etc The default setting with the switch to the left allows independent control of each input channel from Personal Mixers connected to the system To link channels together as a stereo input move the Link switch to the right Moving the switch to the Link position causes all Personal Mixers including the A 16CS Control Surface connected to the system to instantly update their channel status 1 2 3 4 o o I o Stereo Link Stereo Link Input Level Input Level 22 40 10 22 40 10 dBu dBV dBu dBV Some things to keep in mind about linked channels e The position of the Stereo Link switch does not affect the audio in the AN 16 o Output Module e Linking channels affects all Personal Mixers connected to the system Any combination of stereo and mono channels can be used If you want to control two input channels as a stereo source they must be connected to an odd and even pair of channels as indicated by the graphics on the AN 16 i front panel e Changes to the Stereo Link status can be made on the fly with audio running through the system All Personal Mixers will instantly update their channel status if the Link switch position is changed for any channel pair e The Link status is not saved when you create a Preset on A 16 A 16ll
35. e level audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the first AN 16 i 3 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the first AN 16 i to the A Net Expansion jack on the first AN 16 o 4 Plug a Cat 5e cable into the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module This cable will be used to span up to 500 feet between the two sides of the network 5 Connect the cable from the A Net In jack in Step 4 to the A Net Out jack on the second AN 16 i Input Module 6 Connect the second group of sixteen audio sources to inputs 1 16 on the second AN 16 i 7 Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Expansion jack on the second AN 16 i to the A Net In on the second AN 16 o 8 Patch the audio outputs from the two AN 16 o Output Modules into the desired destinations 35 Adding More Audio Outputs As mentioned previously the A Net Out jacks on the AN 16 o Output Modules remain available even when creating a bidirectional audio network This allows additional output modules to be added as needed to suit a variety of audio situations Any A Net compatible product can be added to an A Net Out port This flexible routing scheme allows you to send audio to a variety of different locations and to include Aviom s Pro16 Monitor Mixing System for performers lt A Net Expansion gt AN 16 0 A Net AN 16 0 Audio channels 17 32 AN 16 0 16 Channels Out Audio channels 1 16 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Ou
36. ear Panel Descriptions AN 16 i Input Module Front Panel AN 16 i Input Module Rear Panel AN 16 o Output Module Front Panel AN 16 o Output Module Rear Panel The AN 16 i Input Module AN 16 i Front Panel Channel LEDs Input Level Switch The Stereo Link Switch Power LED AN 16 i Rear Panel A Net Connections Channel Input Jacks Channel Thru Jacks The AN 16 o Output Module Channel LEDs Output Level Switches AN 16 o Output Module Rear Panel DC Power Input A Net Connections Audio Outputs A Net Connection Options Series connection of A Net devices Parallel A Net Routing ANAUNBRBRWWNYNNNN HH HH lt Table of Contents Connecting Audio Connections on the AN 16 i Rear Panel Connecting a Mixer Direct Output Submixing Bus Outputs Aux Sends Effects Sends Insert Send Return Points Adding Effects Line level Devices Connections on the AN 16 o Rear Panel Adding More Audio Outputs Adding Pro16 Personal Mixers Euroblock Connections Audio Networks 32 Channel Systems A Net Expansion 32 Channels Send 16 Channels Send Return Adding More Audio Outputs Adding an A 16D Distributor 64 Channel Systems System Bridge Connecting the System Bridge Configuration Notes Expanding a Network Using Multiple System Bridges Appendix 1 AN 16 o Output Module Variations Original AN 16 o Output Module Front Panel Original AN 16 o Output Module Rear Panel Appendix 2 DB25 Wiring Info AN 16 0 DB25 Audio Connections DB25 Pinout Warranty Registration 23 23
37. ecording devices The connectors on the AN 16 o Output Module are multipin DB25 jacks A variety of breakout cables are available that allow the line level audio signals from the AN 16 o to interface with devices equipped with XLR or TRS inputs Two operating levels are possible controlled by the switches on the front panel of the unit Use the LINE setting to connect to the line level inputs of consoles etc and use the Mic setting when the AN 16 o outputs must be plugged into a mic level input Channel output level settings are switched in pairs from the front panel of the AN 16 o Adding More Audio Outputs When additional copies of the same audio channels are needed using A Net allows easy system expansion The A Net Out jack on the back of the AN 16 o can be used to send an exact copy of the audio data being received to as many AN 16 o Output Modules as required unlimited digital splits 16 Channels In AN 16 i AN 16 o 16 Channels Out A Net This diagram shows a simple system with one AN 16 i Input Module connected to one AN 16 o Output Module Audio connected to the AN 16 i is delivered to 29 the AN 16 o via A Net 16 Channels In By connecting AN 16 o Output Modules any number of exact copies of the sixteen channels can be added Remember cable runs between devices can be up to 500 feet 150 meters for added flexibility 6 Channels Out 6 Channels Out 6 Channels Out 6 Channels
38. el contains two LEDs one showing that there is an audio signal present and another used to indicate that the input to a channel is causing audio clipping Signal and Clip LEDs appear directly beneath the Channel numbers The lower LED marked Signal will light as long as an audio signal of at least 40dB is present on the channel It provides an easy way to confirm that audio is present on a channel of the AN 16 o Output Module The upper LED is marked Clip It will light if the input signal coming into your AN 16 i Input Module is too high causing the audio outputs of the AN 16 o to sound distorted In general you want to operate the system so that the Clip LED on the AN 16 i Input Module lights only occasionally If the LED is on constantly you should either lower the volume of the source audio coming into the AN 16 i or try different Input Level settings Output Level Switches The AN 16 o has been designed to work with a wide range of professional and semi professional audio gear There are two Output Level settings available on the 19 front panel mic and line The Line setting is the best choice for most 4dB professional audio gear such as mixing boards microphone preamps recording devices effects processors etc The Mic setting is appropriate for use with the mic preamp input on mixing consoles audio interfaces for DAWs etc Use this setting if the console you are connecting to has no available line level inputs
39. et out from the remaining three AN 16 i Input Modules to ports B C and D On the Receive side Connect a Cat 5e cable from port A on the second System Bridge to the A Net In jack on the first AN 16 o Output Module Repeat this process to connect ports B C and D to the remaining AN 16 o Output Modules 39 Connect the two sides of the system by running a Cat 5e cable with or without an EtherCon connector between the two A Net Bridge jacks on the System Bridges To use other configurations simply move any pair of AN 16 i and AN 16 o units In the following example the devices connected to port D on the System Bridge have been swapped to create a 48 x 16 system A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 0 AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16SB AN 16SB A 48 x 16 system is created by exchanging the units connected to port Don the System Bridge Remember the total cable length between A Net devices should not exceed 500 feet 150 meters Cables used to connect A Net devices to the System Bridge are included in this calculation Configuration Notes When configuring 64 channel systems that send data in both directions Aviom suggests the following module combinations While not mandatory these suggestions are made to accommodate the standard wiring practices that Ethernet uses Aviom s A Net technology is based on Ethernet Some wire pairs in a standard Ethernet cable are not next to each other in
40. f A Net devices can be used in a system e Ease in spanning long distances between system components Note While the Cat 5e cables and connectors used on your Aviom products look like typical computer network connections do not connect computers routers or other home and business networking equipment to your Aviom products Power Supplies Your Aviom product uses a DC power supply that has a two prong power cord The prongs on the power supply are identical meaning that there is no need to orient the plug in a specific direction in the power outlet Some products with two prong power cords have polarized plugs that can only be inserted into an electrical outlet one way The power supply that is shipped with your Aviom product is a universal switching type It is capable of working with voltages from 90 to 240 volts AC This means that a separate power supply is not needed to use the products with the AC power systems found in most countries You should always use the power supply that shipped with your product When travelling you may need plug adapters to use the power supply with the AC outlet plug shape variations in use throughout the world Should you need to replace the power supply that came with your product we recommend using only a power supply that meets the following specifications 50 60Hz Input Voltage 90 240 volts 30VA Outer negative Inner positive fPlugsize 2mm E ora Power Supply Polarity Note
41. g connected with the AN 16SB This is similar to what happens when using an inline coupler to extend cable lengths lt lt Total A Net cable length canbe 500 feet gt A Net Out A Net In Pre made cables in a variety of lengths and colors are available at most computer outlets Cables can be extended by using a simple passive device called an inline coupler to add length to existing cables as long as you do not exceed the specified maximum cable length If you need a longer cable on occasion this is a simple solution Note that it is possible that the maximum cable length specification can be compromised by using inline couplers or other passive connection devices About A Net Aviom s A Net Pro16 is a high speed data transmission protocol It is capable of sending and receiving high quality digital audio using readily available Category 5 cables The A Net technology is a proprietary system developed by Aviom A Net is based on the physical layer of Ethernet a Local Area Network or LAN technology This provides A Net with a mature and robust base on which to build As used in your AN Series Products the A Net signal carries sixteen channels of digital data from the AN 16 i Input Module to each A Net device connected to the system Some of the benefits of using A Net to transmit digital audio are e Virtually no latency e No ground loops e Easy cabling using readily available components An unlimited number o
42. igured as 32 channels send by zero channels return 32 x 0 e 16 channels send by 16 channels return 16 x 16 e Ochannels send by 32 channels return 0 x 32 The descriptions above are similar to those used for traditional multi core analog audio snakes The configurations refer to the number of audio channels used as inputs on each side of the snake For example the 32 in the 32 x 0 configuration means that 32 audio inputs can be connected at the stage to send to the front of house FOH mix position The 0 means that on the there are no audio inputs that can be used to send audio back to the stage position A thirty two channel system is comprised of four AN Series units two AN 16 i Input Modules and two AN 16 o Output Modules Since the system is modular you can connect the AN Series units as needed making any of the configurations mentioned previously available at any time Simply move and re patch the units A Net Expansion In a thirty two channel system the A Net Expansion jack is used to combine two A Net data streams into a single steam that can travel down one cable At the receiving end of the audio network the A Net Expansion jack is used again to separate the data into individual 16 channel data streams Expansion Out L ANet AN 16 i A Net Input Module Some points to remember about using the A Net Expansion jacks on the AN 16 i 32 and AN 16 o to create an aud
43. io network e When creating a network with four AN Series units one A Net Expansion jack will be connected to an A Net n port while the other A Net Expansion jack will be connected to an A Net Out port e The A Net Out jacks on the AN 16 o Output Modules should be empty when only four AN Series units are being used to create a network These are then available for adding extra AN 16 o Output Modules for digital splits or for connecting to a Pro16 Monitor Mixing System The cable connecting the two sides of the network carrying thirty two channels of audio should be connected to one A Net In port and one A Net Out port Do not connect Cat 5e cables carrying expanded system data more than 16 channels to an A 16D or A 16D Pro Distributor or Personal Mixer product The maximum cable length specification of 500 feet 150 meters applies to the length between an A Net n port and an A Net Out port Cables used to connect devices via the A Net Expansion jacks must fall within this maximum distance An A Net Expansion port is never connected to another A Net Expansion port 32 Channels Send The 32 x 0 configuration has all audio inputs on one side of the audio network and all audio outputs on the other side Audio channels 1 16 lt A Net Expansion 3 gt AEH y Audio channels 17 32 A Net With this configuration two AN 16 i Input Modules receive up to thirty two analog audio signals as inputs One
44. larly at plugs convenience receptacles and the point where they exit the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all servicing to qualified personnel Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way such as when the power supply cord or plug is damaged liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture does not operate normally or has been dropped No on off power switches are included in the system The external power supply should be used to control power to an Aviom device This power supply should remain readily operable The solid line over dashed line symbol indicates that the input voltage must be a DC voltage The box within a box symbol E indicates that the external power supply is double insulated Aviom Inc Limited Warranty Aviom Inc warrants this product against defects in materials and workmanship for a period of one year from the date of the original retail purchase This warranty does not apply if the equipment has been damaged due to misuse abuse
45. o a bus output does not remove the signal from the main mix some mixers do allow the option however Specific instructions about how to use your particular mixer in this case are beyond the scope of this document Consult your mixer s documentation to learn more With a number of channels assigned to a bus output you can then control the level of the bus independent of the other levels on the mixer The individual channel level fader is used to set the relative balance of all channels assigned to the bus The following example shows a typical mixer Five of the audio channels are first assigned to bus 1 using the buttons in the channel strip This routes their audio signals to the bus output faders seen on the right side of the mixer The level for the combined channels is set by this fader The output of the bus fader can be patched as needed to a monitoring system audio distribution network recording device etc 24 output is a single I audio signal 5 channels assigned to bus 1 gt Up o combined as a group to one fader Using a Bus Output As an example all the channels of the main mixer devoted to drums can be assigned to a bus As mentioned previously the relative mix of all the components of the drum sound would remain the same the levels are based on the individual channel s level settings By sending all the drum channels to a bus the entire drum kit s volume can be raised or lowered from
46. of output sends an exact copy of the audio signal present in each channel out of the mixer without interrupting the signal being sent to the main part of the mixer 23 If your mixer has direct outputs available a cable from each channel that you want to be part of the audio network is connected to the AN 16 i inputs A maximum of sixteen direct outputs can be plugged into a single AN 16 i Input Module For systems requiring more than sixteen channels multiple AN 16 i Input Modules can be configured Submixing If you have more than sixteen direct outputs from a mixer that need to be monitored in a system using only one AN 16 i then some of the channels will need to be submixed This can be accomplished on most consoles by using a bus output referred to as a group output on some consoles described below A submix is simply a selected group of channels assigned to a single output Bus Outputs A bus or group output is typically used to route audio signals to a recording device or to control the volume of a group of channels from a single fader Most mixers equipped with bus outputs have fewer bus outputs than channels Four eight or sixteen bus outputs are common mixer configurations To use a bus output with the AN 16 i Input Module the individual channels in your mixer need to be assigned to the desired bus output This is usually done with a selector button located somewhere within each channel strip Assigning a channel t
47. onal Monitor Mixers 36 AN 16 i M 2 21 44 AN 16 i M Mic Input Module 38 AN 16 i Front Panel 14 AN 16 i Rear Panel 23 AN 16 o front panel 12 47 AN 16 o Front Panel 19 AN 16 0 model variations 45 AN 16 o Rear Panel 20 29 AN 16SBR System Bridge 3 38 AN 16SB System Bridge 3 7 32 37 38 using multiple 42 AN Series 2 Analog audio input AN 16 i 11 Analog audio outputs 13 46 48 audio network 30 Audio Networks 32 Audio Outputs 21 audio outputs 13 46 48 audio Thru 17 Aux Sends 25 pre post fader 26 B balanced 11 13 21 23 46 48 Balanced signals 18 bidirectional 36 Bridge 38 40 A Net 40 Bus Output 24 25 Cc cable length 6 40 Cat 5 5 6 Cat 5e 2 5 Cat 6 2 Category 5 5 Category 5e 5 Category 6 5 Channel Input Jacks 18 Channel LEDs 14 19 Channel Thru Jacks 18 Cleaning and Maintenance 9 Clip LED 10 12 14 19 47 computer network 7 Configuration Notes 40 Connecting a Mixer 23 Connecting Audio 23 Control Surface 16 crossover cables 6 D D 16c 21 38 44 d sub 1 21 daisy chain 21 31 daisy chain 42 DB25 1 21 29 wiring diagram 49 DB25 Wiring Info 49 DC Power Input 20 DC Power Jack AN 16 i 11 AN 16 0 13 46 48 DC power supply 8 DiGiCo 21 38 digital split 21 29 Direct Output 23 Distributor 22 E effect processor 28 effects device 26 28 effects device outputs 15 Effects Send 25 EtherCon Connector 4 Ethernet 7 Euroblock 17 18 23 31 Euroblock inputs 46 48 expanded network 36 Exp
48. ons appear on the rear panel of the AN 16 i They are marked A Net Expansion and A Net Out A Net Out The A Net Out jack sends the A Net data from the AN 16 i to an A Net compatible device such as the AN 16 o Output Module Use any standard Cat 5e cable for connections between devices Remember that the maximum cable length between devices is 500 feet 150 meters When a proper A Net connection between the AN 16 i Input Module and an AN 16 0 Output Module or Personal Mixer exists the A Net Active LED on the receiving device will light 17 A Net Expansion The A Net Expansion jack is used when creating a 32 channel audio network using at least two AN 16 i Input Modules and two AN 16 o Output Modules Using the A Net Expansion jack allows all thirty two channels of data to travel down a single Cat 5e cable up to 500 feet 150 meters to the destination AN 16 i or AN 16 o units Channel Input Jacks The rear panel of the AN 16 i Input Module contains sixteen Input jacks labeled In These jacks can accept balanced or unbalanced signals on 14 inch plugs TRS or Euroblocks depending on the model you have selected Balanced signals sometimes referred to as TRS for Tip Ring and Sleeve are found on many professional audio devices The 4 inch connector used for balanced audio wiring has three conductors the tip the ring and the sleeve The balanced wiring system is ideal for keeping noise out of the audio signal from sources
49. ountable enclosure On DB25 equipped models e Two d sub DB25 multipin audio Output connections each carry ing eight channels of balanced audio data On TRS equipped models e Sixteen balanced 1 4 inch TRS jacks for audio output connections On Euroblock equipped models e Sixteen balanced Euroblock connectors for audio Output connec tions Conventions Used in this Document AN Series The AN 16 i Input Module and AN 16 o Output Module are referred to generically as the AN Series of products All rear panel audio connection information refers to both the TRS and Euroblock versions of the products unless otherwise noted When describing distributed audio network configurations the AN 16 i M Mic Input Module can be substituted anywhere the AN 16 i is used Using Personal Mixers It is possible to create an audio distribution and personal monitor system using any combination of Aviom AN Series and Personal Mixer products including the A 16 A 16ll and A 16R In some cases the information in this document can refer to either the table top version of the Personal Mixer or the rack mounted A 16R version When referring to the use of the mixers in an A 16 System in general the terms A 16 Mixer or Personal Mixer are used to describe a case where a standard A 16 or A 16ll Personal Mixer the A 16CS remote Control Surface or a rack mounted A 16R Personal Mixer can be used Cat 5 Cables In most cases Cat 5e and Cat
50. pend upon the design of the mixing console you are using The following diagram shows multiple mixer channels sending various amounts of signal to one aux send The master output of the aux send is fed to an input on the AN 16 i Input Module output is a single audio signal channels feed audio to aux send 1 Insert Send Return Points The insert loop on an audio mixer is typically used as a means of extending the processing capabilities of the mixer on a channel by channel basis An effects device such as a compressor can be added to the channel so that only that specific channel is affected by the processing An insert on a mixer consists of a Send and a Return The Send is used to get the channel s audio into the effects processor The processed signal coming from the effects device goes back to the console via the Return path The physical jack layout of an effect Send Return loop on a console varies depending on the model and manufacturer TRS Inserts Some consoles use a single jack to perform both send and return functions In this case the jack would use tip ring sleeve TRS wiring with one of the signal wires performing the Send function the other being used for the Return Both Send and Return share the common ground wire For TRS inserts it is common to use a Y cable one that has a TRS plug on one end and then a split into two mono tip sleeve cables on the other Using a TRS insert the effects device
51. rd Category 5 patch cable consists of four twisted pairs of copper wire terminated by RJ45 male connectors The cable assembly is used to provide connectivity between any two Category 5 female outlet jacks A variation called Category 5e or Cat 5e uses additional twists in the cable to reduce interference in high speed network applications In general when using long cable lengths select cat 5e cables for best performance Aviom suggests the use of Cat 5e cables or better for all A Net applications The RJ45 connector looks similar to the connectors found on a telephone system only larger The twisting of the wire pairs helps to shield the cable from unwanted interference from electrical fields or radio interference sometimes referred to as RF Cat 5 cabling supports frequencies up to 100 MHz and speeds up to 1000 Mbps ZS pa RJ45 Jack Cat 5 Cable Cables Used in the Aviom System The Category 5 cables used with your Aviom system are interchangeable with any standard Category 5e Cat 5e cables If you need a longer cable for a particular application any computer store should be able to supply you with an appropriate cable A qualified technician should be able to build custom cables to any length up to the maximum of 500 feet about 150 meters between components For fixed or permanent installations you have the option of running Cat 5 cables inside walls and terminating them with readily
52. resent on a channel line level Power LED indicates that the AN 16 o is on 3 Output Level Switch in the left position the channel pair is output at mic level in the right position the channels are output at 4dBu A Net LED indicates that the AN 16 o is receiving valid A Net data Power O aA nNet A Net Output Module 12 AN 16 o0 Output Module Rear Panel A DSL 18 24 V Regulated 2 500 mA In lt gt Expansion Out DC Power l A Net l Ns FUNCTION DC Power Jack connect the DC power supply here A Net In Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 o units A Net Expansion Jack used when creating a 32 channel system with two AN 16 i and two AN 16 o units A Net Out Jack connects to any A Net compatible device EtherCon RJ45 jacks Analog Audio Outputs DB25 d sub jack supplies a balanced line level audio signal eight channels per jack 9 16 Balanced Out 1 8 Balanced Out E e999999999999 6 O 0922000000000 OO0000000000 D O00000000000 D Conceived designed and manufactured by Aviom Inc Made in USA 13 The AN 16 i Input Module This section explains the basic layout of your new Aviom products The diagrams on the previous pages can be used as a quick visual guide to the location of the components of the AN Series products mentioned in this section AN 16 i Front Panel J Oen sign
53. ru Console TRS Channel insert Li Ai Send gt Input Audio flows from the console Insert Send point into the AN 16 i and then back into the console via the Insert Return 27 Adding Effects Console insert points offer a convenient way to patch audio into the AN 16 i Input Module But there are times when the insert send return points will be needed for use with an effect processor such as a compressor There are some optional ways of both getting audio into the AN 16 i and patching in effects devices A Net Audio Without the Effect e Connect the console insert Send to an input on the AN 16 i e Connect the AN 16 i Thru jack from the same channel as above to the input of the effect processor e Connect the output of the effect processor to the console s insert Return jack The Send Return loop on the console is complete The audio sent thru the Aviom system is not processed by the effect device Console TRS ae AN 16 i Effect Device Channel Insert i Input Thru Input Output Audio flows from the console insert point into the AN 16 i then into the effect device and returns to the console A Net Audio With the Effect e Connect the console insert Send to the input on the effect device e Connect the output of the effect processor to an input on the AN 16 i e Connect the Thru jack from the same channel as above to the console s insert Return Audio passing through the Aviom system is he
54. s disconnected from the A Net signal chain all units beyond this point will not get any audio until the unit is reconnected to a valid A Net source Series connection of A Net devices In Out In Out In Out In Out A Net A Net A Net A Net In this diagram A Net is connected from device to device using Cat 5e cable The A Net Out port on the first device connects to the A Net In port on the next and soon A parallel A Net connection solves that problem By using the optional A 16D or A 16D Pro A Net Distributor parallel A Net connections are possible In fact any combination of series and parallel connections can be used to solve even the most complex audio routing problems Parallel A Net Routing Using an A 16D A Net Distributor A Net In A Net Out A Net In Here a variety of A Net compatible components are shown connected in parallel to an A Net Distributor either the A 16D or A 16D Pro The A Net signal from the Distributor is connected to each A Net compatible device with a Cat 5e cable Removing one A Net device has no effect on the other A Net outputs being used 22 Connecting Audio The are many ways to get audio into the AN 16 i Input Module for processing Depending on your application studio stage broadcast etc the types of signals and equipment available will vary This section will give examples of some typical setups that you can modify to suit your individual needs Connections on the
55. side the jacket of the cable This can account for slightly higher data errors in rare cases The configuration recommendations apply to systems configured as 16 x 48 and 32 x 32 not those sending data in only one direction The module combinations are applicable especially when using long cable runs For 16 x 48 or 48 x 16 configurations place the three similar modules together connected to either ports A B and C on the System Bridge or to ports B C and D See the following diagrams A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 o0 AN 16 i AN 16 o0 AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16SB AN 16SB 40 Ports A B and C use the same type of module A Net Out A Net In AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16SB AN 16SB Ports B C and Duse the same type of module For a 32 x 32 16 configuration place two similar modules together connected to either ports B and C on the AN 16SB The modules connected to ports A and D are also similar by doing this configuration See the following diagram A Net Out A Net In AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 0 AN 16 i AN 16SB AN 16SB Ports A and D use the same type of module ports B and C contain the same type of module Note that the total A Net cable length between devices is limited to 500 feet Expanding a Network As mentioned in the section on 32 channel systems any available A Net Out jack on an A Net
56. such as radio interference sometimes called RF Unbalanced audio signals are found on many effects processors music keyboards and consumer electronics Only two connectors are used the tip and the sleeve A standard musical instrument cable sometimes called a guitar cord uses this configuration for example Channel Thru Jacks The sixteen balanced audio Thru jacks on the TRS version of the AN 16 i provide the user with an exact copy of the signal plugged into the In jack just below it This can be used as a way to insert the AN 16 i Input Module into a signal chain without giving up audio patching flexibility To provide a Thru function with a Euroblock equipped AN 16 i simply connect two sets of wires to each terminal of the Euroblock connector 18 The AN 16 0 Output Module This section briefly explains the features and functions of the AN 16 o Output Module AN 16 o Output Module Front Panel ir C 1 2 3 AVIOM Output Level Output clip O O oO signal O m O O Mic Line Mic gt e The front panel of the AN 16 o Output Module contains the Channel information Output Level switches Signal Present LEDs Clip LEDs the A Net LED and the Power indicator S Channel LEDs The sixteen numbered Channels on the AN 16 o front panel correspond to the line level analog audio outputs on the rear panel Each Chann
57. t 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out 16 Channels Out In this example a 16 x 16 network has been expanded to include three additional AN 16 o Output Modules on each side of the network Each AN 16 0 is connected via A Net using a Cat 5e cable Remember that the cable lengths between each A Net device can be up to 500 feet 150 meters long To create an expanded network First start by configuring the network according to your basic needs either as 32 x 0 or 16 x 16 e Add additional AN 16 o Output modules by connecting a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out port on one of the connected AN 16 o Output Modules to the A Net In port on an AN 16 o Output Module that you want to use to expand the system e Each additional AN 16 o that you want to add is connected by patching a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out jack on the module preceding it to its A Net In jack 36 Adding an A 16D Distributor While the A 16D A Net Distributor is not compatible with the data being generated by the A Net Expansion ports on the AN 16 i and AN 16 o you can use an A 16D or A 16D Pro to add wiring flexibility to your system Audio channels 1 16 16 Channels In 16 Channels Out lt A Net Expansion gt lt gt A Net Audio channels 17 32 16 Channels Out 16 Channels In A Net Out L J 16 Channels Out Stereo Mi
58. t Bridge connector 38 Connecting the System Bridge Adding a System Bridge to an audio network is quite simple Two System Bridges are needed to create a network The four A Net connectors labeled A B C and D on one side of the network are directly related to the A B C and D connectors on the other side of the network That is if you patch an AN 16 i Input Module into port A on one side of a System Bridge an AN 16 o Output Module would be connected to port A on the other side of the System Bridge See the following diagram Note than in the diagrams either the AN 16SB or AN 16SBR can be used A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16SB AN 16SB This diagram shows the relationship of the A B C and D ports on the AN 16SB A complete network using four units per side follows the same pattern An AN 16 i Input Module connected to port B on one side of the network connects to an AN 16 o Output Module via port B on the other side of the network The same goes for ports C and D as seen in the following diagram A Net Out A Net In AN 16 i AN 16 o0 AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16 i AN 16 o AN 16SB AN 16SB A Net ports A B C and D are shown connected in a 64 x 0 network configuration To connect a 64 channel network 64 x 0 On the Send side Connect a Cat 5e cable from the A Net Out of the first AN 16 i to port A on the first System Bridge e Repeat this process to connect the A N
59. t the Clip LED lights only occasionally If the LED is on constantly you should either lower the volume of the source audio coming into the AN 16 i or try different Input Level settings Input Level Switch The AN Series of audio network products have been designed to accept a wide range of professional and semi professional audio levels There are four Input Level gain settings available Changes to the input level on the AN 16 i front 14 panel affect a pair of channels at a time The four levels are 22dB 4dB OdBu and 10dBV To select the proper Input Level setting choose the Input Level position that most closely matches the output of your audio gear Here are some examples to be used as a guide e Use the 22cB setting for the hottest signals such as those coming from professional broadcast equipment tape decks and some digital audio workstations DAWSs The 4cB setting is the best choice for most professional audio gear such as mixing boards microphone preamps effects proces sors etc Try the OdBu setting for musical instruments such as keyboards and drum machines e The 10dBV setting is appropriate for consumer audio devices such as CD players and MP3 players Also semi pro audio gear should use the 10dB setting In many cases those devices use RCA jacks for audio input and output Input Level 22 40 10 dBu dBV Check the specifications of
60. the connector and tighten its screw Insert the positive wire into the third slot in the connector and tighten its screw to complete the connections Push the completed male connector into one of the Euroblock jacks on the rear panel of the AN Series module with the screw terminals facing up The connector snaps into place when properly seated Unlike the TRS equipped version of the AN 16 i Input Module which has a separate row of TRS Thru connectors the Euroblock version of the AN 16 i has only one set of connections on the rear panel To use the Thru feature ona Euroblock model simply add the wires for the Thru connection to the existing wires in the Euroblock male connector To do this requires that each screw terminal be loosened so that the second set of wires can be added Re tighten the screw terminals to complete the Thru connections 31 Audio Networks When more than sixteen channels of audio are required in an audio network there are several options available Systems using sixteen or thirty two audio channels can be configured with no additional hardware For systems larger than thirty two channels Aviom offers the AN 16SB System Bridge as an option The System Bridge allows up to four A Net streams to be combined into a single Cat 5e cable for distribution over long distances 32 Channel Systems Aviom s audio network products work in modules of sixteen channels Audio networks of thirty two channels can be conf
61. x Out In this diagram an A 16D or A 16D Pro Distributor receives A Net from an AN 16 o Output Module connected to a network configured as 16 x 16 In the example only audio channels 17 32 are being redistributed to the additional A Net devices From the A 16D up to eight A Net devices can be connected The diagram shows three AN 16 o Output Modules connected Each can provide sixteen line level outputs Also an A 16R rack mounted Personal Mixer is shown The A 16R can be used to mix and monitor the same audio content in stereo The Cat 5e cable run between the AN 16 o and the A Net Distributor can be up to 500 feet long as can the cable from the A 16D to the A Net devices connected to it 64 Channel Systems When used with the optional AN 16SBR System Bridge the AN 16 i Input Module and AN 16 o Output Module can create audio networks of up to sixty four channels Up to four AN 16 i Input Modules and four AN 16 o Output Modules can be used in a variety of combinations to create a flexible and reconfigurable audio distribution network Aviom s audio network products work in modules of sixteen channels Distributed audio networks of up to sixty four channels can be configured as e 64 channels send by zero channels return 64 x 0 37 48 channels send by 16 channels return 48 x 16 32 channels send by 32 channels return 32 x 32 e 16 channels send by 48 channels return 16 x 48 e 0 channels send by 64 channels return 0 x
62. your audio gear if you are unsure about its output level Although you won t harm the AN 16 i or your audio devices by using an incorrect level setting you do want to avoid distorting the audio that passes through the system In general you need to check the AN 16 i front panel Signal and Clip LEDs when initially setting up your audio system and choosing level settings If your 10dB device outputs a hot level it may be necessary to adjust the Input Level switch to avoid clipping In this example moving the switch to the OdB setting should provide a strong signal without distortion The Stereo Link Switch The AN 16 i Input Module provides an easy solution for stereo input sources such as CD players mixer sub groups keyboards effects device outputs etc when incorporating the AN 16 i into a personal monitoring system When using the AN 16 i Input Module with AN 16 o Output Modules alone to create a distributed audio network the setting of the Stereo Link switch will have no effect The Stereo Link switch is most useful when used to turn a pair of adjacent channels into a stereo channel that can be controlled as a single source on the Pro16 series of Personal Mixers 15 There are eight Stereo Link switches on the front panel of the AN 16 i They can be used in any combination as your needs require The Stereo Link switch is located between two channels one odd and one even Stereo Links always affect adjacent channels for exampl

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