Compex Systems AP4530 manual Network Port, Communications Port Options, Front Panel RS232 Port

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Network Port

For system configuration and control using iDR System Manager and PL Client software

RJ45 TCP/IP Ethernet

MDI/X switch for hub or direct to PC connection Setup DHCP on/off, IP address, subnet mask CAT5 UTP cable up to 100 metres (330 feet)

Communications Port Options

Always available – TCP/IP network, DR-Link Selectable combinations:

RS232 + SysNet RS232 + MIDI RS232 + PL-Anet SysNet + PL-Anet MIDI + PL-Anet Sys-Net + MIDI

Available ports indicated by active LEDs

RS232

Uses PPP dial-up connection

Settings Host, Client IP address, username, password Baud rate 115200, 8N1

Cable length <3 metres (10 feet)

Front Panel RS232 Port

For code update via PC

Use standard 9pin male to female RS232 cable Connects to PC COM1 or COM2 port

Rear Panel RS232 (MODEM) Port

For connection to modem or PC

Use standard 9pin female to male cable to modem Use 9pin female to female null modem cable to PC

MIDI

Remote parameter control, show automation Opto-isolated MIDI in, thru, out on 5pin DIN socket Note on/off, program change, NRPN

Channel set to 1

Refer to Allen & Heath iDR MIDI protocol

SysNet

Remote parameter control using third party controllers 9pin D female RS232

Baud rate 19200, 8N1

Cable length <3 metres (10 feet)

Refer to Allen & Heath iDR SysNet protocol

PL-Anet Port

Serial port for daisy chained Allen & Heath PL intelligent remote controllers

Proprietary Allen & Heath control protocol RJ45 RS485 with +20V DC phantom power Requires end-of-line termination

CAT5 STP cable, follows EIA/TIA 568B standard

Refer to Allen & Heath application chart for lengths

iDR-8User Guide

DR-Link Port

Serial control of iDR expander units Proprietary Allen & Heath control protocol RJ45 connector

IN and OUT ports provided on expanders to allow daisy chaining through multiple units

CAT5 STP cable up to 300 metres (1000 feet)

iDR-switch Inputs x24

Contact closure to connect pin to ground Opto-isolated via 2k2 ohm from internal +10V supply Sink current 5mA,

Maximum cable resistance 1k ohm

3x 10way Phoenix connectors, 8 switches per Mating screw terminal plugs supplied Ground screws provided for cable shields

iDR-switch Logic Outputs x16

Opto-isolated open collector

Floating collector (+) and emitter (-) terminals Internal DC source provided +10V 500mA total max External DC supply maximum +24V

Up to 200mA current sink per output Ground screws provided for cable shields

Power Supply

Universal mains input switched mode design IEC 3pin, country dependent mains lead supplied Rear panel power on/off switch

AC mains input 100-240V AC 50/60Hz Variable speed cooling fan in iDR-8iDR-880VA max, T1.6AL 20mm fuse

iDR-in, iDR-out25VA max, T500mAL 20mm fuse iDR-switch15VA max, T500mAL 20mm fuse

Mechanical

19” rack or stand alone desk/shelf mount Removable rack ears, press-in rubber feet

 

Width x Depth x Height

iDR-8

2U rack

483 x 360 x 88mm

 

 

19” x 14.2” x 3.5”

 

Desk

443 x 360 x 92mm

 

 

17.4” x 14.2” x 3.6”

 

Weight

7kg, 15.4 lbs

iDR-in,iDR-out

1U rack

483 x 232 x 44mm

 

 

19” x 9.1” x 1.7”

 

Desk

443 x 232 x 48mm

 

 

17.4” x 9.1” x 1.9”

 

Weight

3.5kg, 7.7 lbs

iDR-switch

1U rack

483 x 144 x 44mm

 

 

19” x 5.7” x 1.7”

 

Desk

443 x 144 x 48mm

 

 

17.4” x 5.7” x 1.9”

 

Weight

2.2kg, 5 lbs

Allow extra 75mm (3”) depth for connectors

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Contents IDR-8 Conditions Of Warranty Limited One Year WarrantyIDR-8User Guide Important Safety Instructions Read FirstImportant Mains Plug Wiring Instructions This appliance must be earthedIntroduction Contents DR-8 Welcome to the iDR-8Stereo audio monitor with front panel Main FeaturesIDR-8 main processing unit 2U, 8 mic/line Daisy chain iDR-8 units Any number may beFront 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 MenusChanging the Unit Name Accessing the iDR-8 Setup MenusChecking the Current Settings and Status Rebooting the iDR-8DR-8 Getting Started Checking the HardwareNetwork Port Communicating with the iDR-8RS232 COM Port Communicating Using a TCP/IP Connection Connect the PC to the iDR-8 Plug the PC Ethernet port Connecting the iDR-8 Direct to the PCConnecting the iDR-8 to a Network How to get the MAC addressSetting up the PC dial-up connection You need Communicating Using a Dial Up ConnectionSetting up a Dial-up Connection Changing the iDR-8 PPP settings Go to menu *6 PPPConnect the iDR-8 to the modem Connecting the iDR-8 to a ModemDial up the iDR-8 using the remote PC Open up Starting the iDR System ManagerStart the iDR System Manager from the Start / Programs Setting the Time and Day ClockArchiving and Loading Configurations Working with the iDR System ManagerInput 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 ChannelsChecking for expanders You can use the front Adding the iDR-in and iDR-out Audio ExpandersCheck the connections The iDR-inAUDIO OUT Turning the expander on or off Turn the unit onExpanded 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 ApplicationDescription IDR-8 Installer Front PanelIDR-switch Front Panel HeadphonesNetwork Port IDR-switch InputsIDR-switch Logic Outputs Power SupplyNaming Soft SwitchesSoftware ClockFader Groups DelaySignal Generator Level ControlFactory default configuration settings Factory default unit settingsFactory default patch parameters Template for Allen & Heath iDR-8 Front Panel Key Label
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