iLive AP7141 manual Introduction, ILive Series

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Introduction

The fixed format iLive is an evolution of the flagship modular iLive digital live mixing range with all the performance and power of its bigger brother in a compact and affordable, easy to use package. It separates the DSP mix engine from the control surface allowing the rack to be positioned on stage and the surface at the FOH (front of house) mix position, linked by a single long distance CAT5 cable carrying control and local FOH audio between them. The fixed format iLive Series comprises 3 sizes of rack and 3 surfaces with non-modular audio I/O giving the user a choice of system according to budget or application. The iLive-R72 Surface can be rack mounted providing all the power of a much bigger system in a compact package. These are also compatible with the modular rack and surface options available within the standard iLive range, perfect for rental companies who may stock both.

Ethernet allows additional or alternative control using wired or wireless laptops running the iLive Editor software. An audio networking slot provides the option to interface with industry standard networks such as EtherSound or MADI, create a digital mic splitter to link FOH/Monitor systems, connect to digital multitrack recorders, personal monitor systems and more. Further control possibilities include MIDI and the Allen & Heath range of PL Series remote controllers. iLive is fully configurable – the 64x32 mix architecture can be assigned as any combination of mono or stereo groups / auxes / FX / main mix / and matrix, the surface fader strips arranged with any channel or master assigned anywhere to suit your way of mixing, channels and masters named and coloured, physical and network sockets patched, soft keys and PL remote devices assigned… In fact, you can design your own mixer! Settings can be stored in various memory types, and transferred between systems or archived to computer using a USB key.

The iLive is the perfect introduction to digital mixing for new users or operators familiar with analogue consoles. Its analogue style control interface and extensive visual feedback make it quick to learn, reduce operator errors, and allow the fast access most important to live sound mixing.

This guide takes you through the quick first steps in learning to use iLive. A little time spent during a quiet moment pressing buttons and navigating through the various screens should help you become familiar with its more advanced features and capabilities. Refer also to our web site and the other user guides and resources available for the iLive family.

Big Surface - iLive-T112

 

Small Surface - iLive-T80

 

 

 

Small MixRack - iDR-32

Big MixRack - iDR-48

Rack mount Surface – iLive-R72

iLive Series

The fixed format iLive is compatible with its bigger brother the fully modular iLive Series. Both run the same operating firmware and their Show data is interchangeable meaning files can be loaded on any system combination using a USB key. Systems and components from each can be interconnected via the network.

iLive Fixed Format Getting Started Guide

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Contents Getting Started Guide Further information Safety InstructionsSystem operating firmware Table of Contents Systems ILive Series IntroductionIDR-48 System componentsIDR-32 IDR-16IEC Series Control layoutPafl Copy/Paste/Reset edit keys Connect Surface to MixRack Network settings Connect and power upACE Network PL-ANETBoot up time Switch power onStatus indicators Status screenLoad a ‘Template Show’ as a starting point Customise and save your settingsLoad a Template Show Recall the layout for your SurfaceDCA TouchScreenGP, FX, AUX, MTX Surface / Preferences Set your operating preferencesChannel Processing view Name and colour channelsName & Colour screen Quick MenuGEQ on faders Access the Preamp, EQ and dynamicsWork with the channel processing IEM2 Work with the mixRouting screen WDG1 WDG2 IEM1 IEM2Tap Tempo Work with the FXUsing the SoftKeys for Mute Groups Using DCA groupsUsing DCAs to create Mute Groups Channel Ganging Copy / Paste / ResetView and patch channel Input sockets Patch the socketsView and patch Output sockets Patching InsertsTo change the Fader Strip Layout Customise your configurationTo change the MIX BUS configuration Power down memory Save your settingsUser Profiles LibrariesScene memories Show memories Monitor System Find out more about using the iLiveSystem example Matrix Main AUX