Compex Systems AP4530 Getting Started Check the Contents, IDR System Manager Software Bundle

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Getting Started - Check the Contents

iDR-8Audio Mix Processor

DR-8

Keep the product packing in case you need to ship the product in the future. You should find the following components:

1x iDR-8UNIT. This is packed with its face plate removed and rack ears fitted. The ears can be removed for desk mounting.

1x iDR-8FACE 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 CABLE 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.

1x A&H RESOURCE CD. Part number AP4362. This includes the iDR software, additional resources and information on the full Allen & Heath product range.

The iDR System Manager Software Bundle

The self-extracting file iDRnnn.exe is provided on the CD and is also available from the Allen

&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 & Heath web site to ensure you have the latest version.

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-8unit. 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-8for updating the operating code. Two files are provided, one for COM1, the other COM2.

SYSNET and MIDI PROTOCOLS pdf files explaining how to use the SysNet and MIDI ports.

CONFIGURATION FILES Two .cfg files are provided, DEFAULT and RESET. These give you a useful starting point.

LABEL TEMPLATE a Windows™ Word file for creating a customised label to fit to the iDR-8front panel. Use this to identify the key and LED functions.

iDR-8User Guide

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Contents IDR-8 Conditions Of Warranty Limited One Year WarrantyImportant Mains Plug Wiring Instructions Important Safety Instructions Read FirstThis appliance must be earthed IDR-8User GuideIntroduction Contents DR-8 Welcome to the iDR-8IDR-8 main processing unit 2U, 8 mic/line Main FeaturesDaisy chain iDR-8 units Any number may be Stereo audio monitor with front panelFront panel RS232 port This is used for Front Panel OverviewExpander status LEDs These display Monitor in L Monitor OUT L Rear Panel OverviewSystem Processing Overview IDR-8User Guide Page IDR System Manager Software Bundle Getting Started Check the ContentsIDR-8 Main Unit Installing the iDR-8Earthing Starting Offline with iDR System Manager Software Parameters restored on power-up The iDR-8Turning the iDR-8 On and Off Updating the iDR-8 Operating Code Checking the iDR-8 Operating Code VersionPPP Setup IDR-8 Setup MenusChecking the Current Settings and Status Accessing the iDR-8 Setup MenusRebooting the iDR-8 Changing the Unit NameDR-8 Getting Started Checking the HardwareNetwork Port Communicating with the iDR-8RS232 COM Port Communicating Using a TCP/IP Connection Connecting the iDR-8 to a Network Connecting the iDR-8 Direct to the PCHow to get the MAC address Connect the PC to the iDR-8 Plug the PC Ethernet portSetting up a Dial-up Connection Communicating Using a Dial Up ConnectionChanging the iDR-8 PPP settings Go to menu *6 PPP Setting up the PC dial-up connection You needDial up the iDR-8 using the remote PC Open up Connecting the iDR-8 to a ModemStarting the iDR System Manager Connect the iDR-8 to the modemArchiving and Loading Configurations Setting the Time and Day ClockWorking with the iDR System Manager Start the iDR System Manager from the Start / ProgramsInput Source window From within the Input XLR Analogue Inputs and OutputsMonitor Inputs and Outputs Monitor Headphones Output This followsMonitor TRS Input and Output The monitor is Daisy chaining iDR-8 monitors The active Using the Monitor as Additional ChannelsCheck the connections The iDR-inAUDIO OUT Adding the iDR-in and iDR-out Audio ExpandersTurning the expander on or off Turn the unit on Checking for expanders You can use the frontExpanded multiple iDR-8 system This diagram Slave Linking iDR-8 UnitsUnit a Checking for iDR-switch expanders You can Adding the iDR-switch ExpanderConnecting to the iDR-8 The iDR-8communicates Using the switch closure inputs The input is Connectors and grounding Pluggable PhoenixUsing the logic outputs Each output is opto SysNet MIDI, SysNet and PL-Anet PortsSelecting the Communications Options Click on Configuration file settings These are IDR-8 unit settings These areIDR-8 Memory System Decide your system starting point Assign Starting with the PatchesOnly store the parameters you need For your DR-8 Technical SpecificationDR-8 ApplicationIDR-switch Front Panel IDR-8 Installer Front PanelHeadphones DescriptionIDR-switch Logic Outputs IDR-switch InputsPower Supply Network PortSoftware Soft SwitchesClock NamingSignal Generator DelayLevel Control Fader GroupsFactory default configuration settings Factory default unit settingsFactory default patch parameters Template for Allen & Heath iDR-8 Front Panel Key Label
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