Compex Systems AP4530 manual Starting Offline with iDR System Manager Software

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Starting Offline with iDR System Manager Software

You need to install the iDR System Manager software on your PC. This requires Windows™ 95, 98, NT, ME, 2K or XP. Although the software comes with the resource CD provided we recommend that you check the Allen & Heath web site for the latest version. We are continually updating our software to add new features or make improvements. Download the web version if it is more recent than the CD.

IMPORTANT: Do not install this software over a 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 the Start / Programs / Allen

&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 the Offline button to start an offline session to get familiar with the program before you connect the iDR-8unit. Use the Help menu to learn more about how the software works. You can archive your settings to load into the iDR-8later.

Turning the iDR-8 On and Off

100 - 240V~

47-63Hz ~ 90W MAX

FUSE: T1.6AL

WARNING

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

ATTENTION: REMPLACER LE FUSIBLE AVEC UN DES MEMES CARACTERISTIQUES.

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.

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.

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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 >>>>>>>>>

Turn 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 the 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 shown. 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.

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Contents IDR-8 Limited One Year Warranty Conditions Of WarrantyImportant Safety Instructions Read First Important Mains Plug Wiring InstructionsThis appliance must be earthed IDR-8User GuideIntroduction Contents Welcome to the iDR-8 DR-8Main Features IDR-8 main processing unit 2U, 8 mic/lineDaisy 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 Rear Panel Overview Monitor in L Monitor OUT LSystem Processing Overview IDR-8User Guide Page Getting Started Check the Contents IDR System Manager Software BundleInstalling the iDR-8 IDR-8 Main UnitEarthing Starting Offline with iDR System Manager Software Parameters restored on power-up The iDR-8Turning the iDR-8 On and Off Checking the iDR-8 Operating Code Version Updating the iDR-8 Operating CodeIDR-8 Setup Menus PPP SetupAccessing the iDR-8 Setup Menus Checking the Current Settings and StatusRebooting the iDR-8 Changing the Unit NameGetting Started Checking the Hardware DR-8Network Port Communicating with the iDR-8RS232 COM Port Communicating Using a TCP/IP Connection Connecting the iDR-8 Direct to the PC Connecting the iDR-8 to a NetworkHow to get the MAC address Connect the PC to the iDR-8 Plug the PC Ethernet portCommunicating Using a Dial Up Connection Setting up a Dial-up ConnectionChanging the iDR-8 PPP settings Go to menu *6 PPP Setting up the PC dial-up connection You needConnecting the iDR-8 to a Modem Dial up the iDR-8 using the remote PC Open upStarting the iDR System Manager Connect the iDR-8 to the modemSetting the Time and Day Clock Archiving and Loading ConfigurationsWorking with the iDR System Manager Start the iDR System Manager from the Start / ProgramsXLR Analogue Inputs and Outputs Input Source window From within the InputMonitor Inputs and Outputs Monitor Headphones Output This followsMonitor TRS Input and Output The monitor is Using the Monitor as Additional Channels Daisy chaining iDR-8 monitors The activeAdding the iDR-in and iDR-out Audio Expanders Check the connections The iDR-inAUDIO OUTTurning the expander on or off Turn the unit on Checking for expanders You can use the frontExpanded multiple iDR-8 system This diagram Linking iDR-8 Units SlaveUnit a Checking for iDR-switch expanders You can Adding the iDR-switch ExpanderConnecting to the iDR-8 The iDR-8communicates Connectors and grounding Pluggable Phoenix Using the switch closure inputs The input isUsing 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 Technical Specification DR-8Application DR-8IDR-8 Installer Front Panel IDR-switch Front PanelHeadphones DescriptionIDR-switch Inputs IDR-switch Logic OutputsPower Supply Network PortSoft Switches SoftwareClock NamingDelay Signal GeneratorLevel 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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