Pro16 Series Systems
A complete Pro16™ Series audio network system consists of at least one Pro16 input module connected to at least one Pro16 output device such as the AV-P2 Output Module, AN-16/o Output Module, or A-16II Personal Mixer. Many configurations are possible by using additional input modules and/or Personal Mixers and output modules.
About A-Net
Aviom’s A-Net® is a high-speed data transmission protocol. It is capable of sending and receiving uncompressed, high-quality audio using readily available Category 5 cables. A-Net technology is a proprietary system developed by Aviom.
A-Net is based on Ethernet, a Local Area Network (or LAN) technology. This provides A-Net with a mature and robust base on which to build. However, because A-Net manages data in a way that ensures optimum performance for audio, Aviom products are not compatible with off- the-shelf computer products designed for Ethernet networks such as hubs and switches.
As implemented in the Pro16 Series products, the A-Net signal carries sixteen channels of digital data from a Pro16 input module to a Pro16 network device or output device, such as the AN-16/o Output Module or A-16II Personal Mixer.
Some of the benefits of using A-Net to transmit digital audio are:
•Virtually no latency
•No ground loops
•Easy cabling using readily available components
•Easy expansion and reconfiguration of systems
•An unlimited number of A-Net devices can be used in a system
•Long distances between system components
PNote: While the Category 5 connectors and cables used with your Aviom products look like typical computer network connections, do not connect computers, routers, or other home and business networking equipment to your Aviom products.
