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 MixRack Getting Started Guide 

AP9985 Issue 5 

 

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Introduction 

dLive  is  a  distributed  digital  mixing  system  providing  a  uniquely  flexible  solution  for  any  live  sound 

application. It separates the mix engine from the control surface, putting the audio and processing where it 

is needed, and offering a host of control and audio networking possibilities. Refer to the Allen & Heath 

website to find out more about dLive. 

The 

MixRack

 is the heart of any dLive system. It houses the XCVI processing core complete with audio I/O, 

control and audio networking ports. It is typically connected to a dLive Surface, but can also be controlled 

at the same time as or even without a Surface using a laptop or iPad, Allen & Heath IP remotes or third 

party controllers via TCP/IP. The system can be expanded by adding up to 3 DX32 modular racks, and is 

compatible with the ME personal mixing system. 

 

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dLive MixRacks 

There are 3 sizes of dLive MixRack available. All feature the same mix engine and differ only in the number 

of analogue I/O. All models can work with the full 128 channels by adding DX expanders or patching digital 

sources. 

dLive MixRack features at a glance: 

 

XCVI

 160x64 FPGA core 

 

96kHz sample rate, 96bit accumulator 

 

Class leading, ultra-low latency 0.7ms 

 

128 Input Channels with full processing 

 

64 Mix Outputs with full processing 

 

DEEP

 processing embedded channel plugins 

 

Configurable 64 bus architecture (group, FX, aux, matrix, mains) 

 

LR, LCR and up to 5.1 mains mode 

 

16 RackFX with dedicated stereo returns 

 

Multiple PFLs 

 

16 DCAs 

 

Built-in signal generator, RTA and spectrogram 

 

Dual redundant, hot swappable power supply 

 

Flush front panel with ultra quiet fan 

 

Reversible rack ears design 

 

 

Summary of Contents for dLive DM32

Page 1: ...DM32 DM48 DM64 Getting Started Guide Before starting please check www allen heath com for the latest dLive firmware and documentation AP9985...

Page 2: ...he warranty period Repair or direct replacement of the product under the terms of this warranty may be fulfilled with functionally equivalent service exchange units This warranty is not transferable T...

Page 3: ...dLive setup and mixing functions please refer to the dLive Firmware Reference Guide available for download at www allen heath com Check for the latest version of this Getting Started Guide You can al...

Page 4: ...starting 3 Packed items 4 Contents 4 1 Introduction 5 1 1 dLive MixRacks 5 2 Installing the MixRack 7 2 1 Free standing 7 2 2 Rack mounting and flight casing 7 2 3 Rack ears 7 3 Rear Panel 8 4 Front...

Page 5: ...rollers via TCP IP The system can be expanded by adding up to 3 DX32 modular racks and is compatible with the ME personal mixing system 1 1 dLive MixRacks There are 3 sizes of dLive MixRack available...

Page 6: ...MixRack Getting Started Guide 6 AP9985 Issue 5 DM32 32 mic line in 16 XLR out 7U DM48 48 mic line in 24 XLR out 8U DM64 64 mic line in 32 XLR out 10U...

Page 7: ...ring and other portable use we recommend that you use a professional grade flight case with shock mounted internal rack frame Ensure natural convection of airflow around the unit by allowing good vent...

Page 8: ...power on or off thumps Signals can be patched to any output socket using the I O screen I O Ports 3x audio interface ports 128x128 channels each independently assigned Fit one of the option cards ava...

Page 9: ...llen Heath ME personal mixing system A single Cat5e or higher carries 40 channels of 48kHz audio channel names and stereo links Connect a ME 1 mixer for daisy chaining or ME U hub for power and audio...

Page 10: ...s cable Slot the cable in or lock it in place using a star Torx T20 screwdriver to refit the clamp around the cable 4 Front Panel Fan Ultra quiet fan Make sure the ventilation opening is not obstructe...

Page 11: ...gigaACE Lnk Err indicators flash at a steady rate when the link is established The red error indicator lights if a communication error is detected Check that the cables are correctly plugged in and ar...

Page 12: ...accompanying the software or apps for further information dLive communicates over TCP IP All devices on the network including the MixRack and Surface must have compatible IP addresses Factory defaults...

Page 13: ...ide 13 AP9985 Issue 5 6 Dimensions 482 60mm 19 380 00mm 15 434 00mm 17 1 220 00mm 8 7 4 00mm 0 16 24 00mm 0 9 A 15 00mm 12 8 24 00mm 0 9 442 00mm 17 4 A DM32 310mm 12 2 DM48 354mm 13 9 DM64 443mm 17 4...

Page 14: ...elay protected Sampling Rate 96kHz 20 PPM Output Impedance 75 ADC 24 bit Delta Sigma Nominal Output 4dBu 0dB meter reading DAC 24 bit Delta Sigma Maximum Output Level 22dBu Residual Output Noise 92dBu...

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