An Introduction to iLive | ![]() |
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Audio Network |
Most of the audio is plugged into the MixRack near the stage. However, some audio may be needed at the Surface, for example CD player, sound effects, recorders and inserted devices.
iLive uses its PORT A and Port B options to distribute audio around the system over a single cable. The MixRack may be fitted with up to 2 option cards. The iLive iDR10 and iDR0 Remote Audio module or newer RAB2 module provides 2 optional multi-channel audio interfaces for networking or connection to popular audio interface standards. Port A transports audio to and from the Surface over a single cable. Port B may be configured for system expansion, mic splitting, multitrack recording and audio networking. The older Remote Audio module can provide up to 2 EtherSound options only. The newer RAB2 module has several option cards now available including EtherSound, ACE, MADI and MMO Mini Multi Out (ADAT, AVIOM, Hearbus, iDR). iDR-32 and iDR-48 Port B option - Accepts one digital audio network option card. EtherSound, ACE, MADI and MMO (ADAT, AVIOM, Hearbus, iDR) are supported. The iLive can use ES, ACE or MADI to link the Surface audio to the MixRack. The fixed format T Series uses ACE (Audio and Control over Ethernet) for the Surface link. EtherSound = 64 channel bi-directional networked audio over single CAT5 cable. Low latency, industry standard. Up to 100m but check Digigram web site for approved cable maximum lengths. ACE = 64 channel bi-directional point-to-point audio over single CAT5 cable. Proprietary Allen & Heath standard. Ethernet control may be bridged over the same cable for single cable MixRack to Surface connection. Up to 120m depending on cable. MADI = 64 channel dual port, bi-directional networked audio over single CAT5 cable. industry standard. Up to 120m depending on cable. |