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 DX32 Getting Started Guide 

AP10242 Issue 3 

 

IMPORTANT  -  Read before starting 

 

Safety instructions 

Before starting, read the 

Important Safety Instructions 

printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment.  

For your own safety and that of the operator, technical crew and performers, follow all instructions and heed 

all warnings printed on the sheet and on the equipment panels. 

 

System operating firmware 

The function of the DX expander is determined by the firmware (operating software) that the dLive system 

runs. Firmware is updated regularly as new features are added and improvements made. 

 Check 

www.allen-heath.com

 for the latest version of dLive firmware. DX32 requires 

firmware V1.10 or higher. 

 

Software licence agreement 

By using this Allen & Heath product and the software within it you agree to be bound by the terms of the 

relevant 

End  User  Licence  Agreement

  (EULA),  a  copy  of  which  can  be  found  at 

www.allen-

heath.com/legal

.  You  agree  to  be  bound  by  the  terms  of  the  EULA  by  installing,  copying,  or  using  the 

software. 

 

Further information 

Please refer to the 

Allen & Heath website

 for further information, knowledgebase and technical support. 

For more information on 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 also join our Allen & Heath Digital Community to share knowledge and information with other dLive 

users. 

 

General precautions 

 

Protect the equipment from damage through liquid or dust contamination.  Cover the  expander 

when it is not being used for a long period. 

 

If  the  equipment  has  been  stored  in  sub-zero  temperatures  allow  time  for  it  to  reach  normal 

operating temperature before use at the venue.  Recommended operating temperature is 0 to 35 
degrees Celsius. 

 

Avoid using the equipment in extreme heat and direct sunlight.  Make sure the ventilation slots are 

not obstructed and that there is adequate air movement around the equipment. 

 

Clean the equipment with a soft brush and dry lint-free cloth. Do not use chemicals, abrasives or 

solvents.   

 

It is recommended that servicing is carried out only by an authorised Allen & Heath agent.  Contact 

details for your local distributor can be found on the Allen & Heath website.  Allen & Heath do not 

accept  liability  for  damage  caused  by  maintenance,  repair  or  modification  by  unauthorised 

personnel. 

 

Register your product 

Register your product online at 

www.allen-heath.com/register

 

Содержание dLive DX32

Страница 1: ...DX Expander Getting Started Guide DX32 Before starting please check www allen heath com for the latest dLive firmware and documentation AP10242 ...

Страница 2: ...n Heath website www allen heath com legal Repair or replacement under the terms of the warranty does not provide right to extension or renewal of the 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 This warranty will be the purchaser s sole and exclusi...

Страница 3: ...t For more information on 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 also join our Allen Heath Digital Community to share knowledge and information with other dLive users General precautions Protect the equipment from damage through liquid or dus...

Страница 4: ...d 4x M6 screws and washers for rack mounting Contents IMPORTANT Read before starting 3 1 Introduction 5 2 Installing the Expander 6 2 1 Free standing 6 2 2 Rack mounting and flight casing 6 2 3 Rack ears 6 3 Front Panel 7 4 Rear Panel 8 5 I O Modules 9 6 Connect and power up 10 6 1 MixRack connection 10 6 2 Surface connection 10 7 Dimensions 11 8 Technical specs 12 ...

Страница 5: ...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 The Surface is effectively a network controller for the MixRack with the addition of built in audio I O and audio networking ports The DX Expander adds remote modular I O to a dLive system It provides 4x 8ch ...

Страница 6: ...e use we recommend that you use a professional grade flight case Use the M6 screws and washers supplied with the product to rack mount Ensure natural convection of airflow around the unit by allowing good ventilation below in front of and behind the unit Rack equipment known to produce a significant amount of heat should not be mounted directly below the unit Forced convection by means of a rack m...

Страница 7: ...2 compliant A single Cat5e or higher cable carries 32x32 channels of 96kHz audio and control Use two cables for redundancy Power Supply Hot swappable power supply with mains IEC socket and On Off rocker switch To remove or replace loosen the 4 screws indicated below and slide the PSU out of the slot DX Expanders ship with one PSU fitted A second PSU can be fitted for redundancy part number MPS 16 ...

Страница 8: ...c feet Removable plastic feet Use a flat head screwdriver to remove or reposition the plastic feet Kensington Lock A slot for fitting standard Kensington anti theft security devices Fan Ultra quiet fan Make sure the ventilation opening is not obstructed 1 2 3 3 1 2 ...

Страница 9: ...ternally or externally sourced M AOUT Line level balanced XLR outputs Nominal level 4dBu The outputs are relay protected to prevent power on or off thumps M DIN 4x stereo AES3 inputs with SRC 32kHz 192kHz sampling rate Sample Rate Conversion can be bypassed for each socket for 96kHz operation only M DOUT 4x stereo AES3 outputs 44 1kHz 48kHz 88 2kHz or 96kHz switchable with LED indication of sample...

Страница 10: ... firmware during power up This can take up to 20 seconds During this time the Lnk Err indicators on the DX Expander flash at a fast rate Once updated normal flash rate is restored 6 2 Surface connection Plug a touring grade CAT5e or higher specification cable up to 100m long between the DX Expander and Surface DX ports Use two cables for redundancy if required Refer to www allen heath com for cabl...

Страница 11: ...DX32 Getting Started Guide 11 AP10242 Issue 3 7 Dimensions 481 60 433 00 311 00 289 00 24 30 465 10 101 60 177 00 ...

Страница 12: ... at 24V Digital Inputs AES3 2 Ch XLR 2 5Vpp balanced terminated 110 Ω SRC on each pair range 32k 192kHz with bypass option Outputs Temperature Analogue XLR Outputs Balanced Relay protected Operating Temperature Range Output Impedance 75Ω Fitted with MPS16 V1 300w 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Nominal Output 4dBu 0dB meter reading Fitted with MPS16 V2 250w 0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F Maximum Output Level ...

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