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AVB Networking Basics
3.5
Network Topologies
StudioLive™ Series III
AVB Networking Guide
3.5.3
Star
It is important to mention that the Daisy-chain topology creates the potential
for additional and unnecessary hops that could be omitted when using a
centralized AVB Switch. This is where the Star topology becomes ideal for
networks that require the use of more than just a handful of devices.
A star topology utilizes the network’s bandwidth more efficiently. It also minimizes
hops and the additional latency that can come with it. Star networks are based
around a centrally located switch or switches. All the nodes on the network
are connected to this switch, so there are fewer hops between devices.
Link
PoE
Blue= PoE On
(Hold to toggle)
White= PoE Off
1
2
3
4
5
SW
5E
AVB SWITCH WITH P
o
E
PoE
Link PoE
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2
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4
5
StudioLive 24 Digital Console Mixer
NSB 16.8 AVB Network Stagebox
SW5E AVB Switch
Treble
Pan
Limit
Mid Freq
Mid Level
Bass
Phones
Line Out
Aux Input
L
R
OL
-6
-18
-40
Level
Network
SELECTED CHANNEL
GLOBAL
MASTER
1
2
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5
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16
Recall
Link
Store
Group
Mute
Solo
Mono
Select
Treble
Pan
Limit
Mid Freq
Mid Level
Bass
Phones
Line Out
Aux Input
L
R
OL
-6
-18
-40
Level
Network
SELECTED CHANNEL
GLOBAL
MASTER
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
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12
13
14
15
16
Recall
Link
Store
Group
Mute
Solo
Mono
Select
EarMix 16M Personal Monitor Mixer
Treble
Pan
Limit
Mid Freq
Mid Level
Bass
Phones
Line Out
Aux Input
L
R
OL
-6
-18
-40
Level
Network
SELECTED CHANNEL
GLOBAL
MASTER
1
2
3
4
5
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7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
16
Recall
Link
Store
Group
Mute
Solo
Mono
Select
EarMix 16M Personal Monitor Mixer
EarMix 16M Personal Monitor Mixer
AVB In
Link/ACT
1G
AVB In
Link/ACT
1G
AVB In
Link/ACT
1G
Star topologies are easily expanded, making them a great solution for dynamic
applications. For devices that support PoE (Power over Ethernet), like the EarMix
16M, a star topology provides the added benefit of delivering audio and data
connectivity as well as power, when using a PoE switch, like the SW5E.
