Connections

STEP 1: AUDIO IN, A-NET OUT

The input module or console card takes audio from an existing source (typically an analog or digital mixing console) and outputs an A-Net digital audio stream over a single Cat-5e cable. Input modules are available in a variety of configurations and formats, including digital cards from a host of leading console manufacturers. Refer to the Partners section for complete details.

STEP 2: A-NET IN, A-NET OUT

A Personal Mixer can be connected directly to the input module or console card, with additional mixers connected in a daisy chain. However, most users connect an A-Net Distributor, such as the A-16D Pro, to simplify wiring with the speed and convenience of parallel A-Net connections to Personal Mixers. A-Net Distributors may also be used to power Personal Mixers over the Cat-5 cable. Any number of A-Net Distributors may be used in a system.

STEP 3: A-NET IN, AUDIO OUT

Finally, the Cat-5e is connected to a Personal Mixer, which outputs the mix made by the performer. Typically, each performer is given his or her own Personal Mixer. An Aviom monitor mixing system can be used with any combination of headphones, wired or wireless in-ear phones, and floor wedges.

The A-16II is shown in the diagram, but the A-16R can be substituted.

Personal Mixers can be connected in any combination of serial (daisy chain) and parallel (star) connections. Every Personal Mixer has both an A- Net In and A-Net Out jack, and mixers can be daisy-chained without limit. Every Personal Mixer is truly plug-and-play: connect it and you're ready to go.

Most users, however, choose to use an A-Net Distributor, such as the A-16D Pro, and connect mixers in parallel. This offers several advantages. First, any time devices are daisy-chained, "downstream" devices depend on upstream devices for their data. If someone unplugs a mixer or knocks over a stand on stage, multiple users may be affected. Second, using a distributor delivers the added convenience of providing power for the mixer over the Cat-5 cable, eliminating the need for extension cords and external power supplies at the mixers. Thus, using parallel connections is both more secure and more convenient.

Distributors can be inserted into the A-Net stream at any point in the system, and there is no limit to the number of distributors in a system.

The diagrams show A-16II Personal Mixers, but any combination of Pro16 output devices can be used, including the A-16R and AV-P2.

Aviom Personal Mixers can be used with headphones, in-ears, or wedges, depending on a performer's personal preference. Before you select a Personal Mixer, consider what you'll be using to listen to the mix.

HEADPHONES & WIRED EARS

Both the A-16II and the A-16R include 1/4" headphone jacks which may be used for either headphones (1) or wired earphones (2). Because of the stand-mountable form factor, most users choose the A-16II for use with headphones or wired in-ears.

WIRELESS EARS & WEDGES

The A-16II output may be used as a line out, connected to a wireless transmitter (3), amp, or powered speakers (4). To preserve stereo operation, it's important to use a Y-cord to split left and right channels.

However, most wireless in-ear and wedge users choose the A-16R, which has left/right balanced line-level outputs (XLR and TRS jacks). This allows the A-16R and all the audio connections to be kept in a single rack with the transmitters and amps, while the A-16CS Control Surface is used by the performer for controlling the A-16R remotely. With separate left and right outputs, the A-16R does not require a Y cable or splitter.

The ASI A-Net Systems Interface can be used to connect select Pro16 Series devices to a Pro64 Series network, further enhancing the output options for a system or installation.

The ASI provides a link between Pro64 Series networking products and Pro16 Series output devices, such as the AV-P2 and AN-16/o Output Modules, and the A-16II and A- 16R Personal Mixers. The ASI features two Pro64 network ports and four Pro16 outputs, separated into 16-channel blocks and transmitted out the corresponding Pro16 ports.

The ASI is a plug-and-play module, requiring no configuration beyond selecting a Pro64 network port for Manual Mode systems. The number of available channels and Pro16 ports is determined by the sample rate of the Pro64 network (64 channels and four ports at 44.1/48kH±, 32 channels and two ports at 96kHz±, and 16 channels and one port at 192kHz±). Stereo link settings from the Pro64 network are passed to the Pro16 outputs.

Whenever possible, converting audio back and forth between analog and digital should be minimized. So if you're using a digital console, you should connect your Aviom monitor system digitally rather than using an analog input module such as the AN-16/i.

Aviom offers several options for direct digital connections to digital consoles. Aviom's Y1 and Y2 A-Net cards can be used to connect seamlessly to Yamaha® digital consoles. In addition, Aviom has partnered with leading digital console manufacturers to develop A-Net option cards for their consoles. Look for the A-Net Active™ logo and consult the Partners section for a complete list of available cards.

Finally, the 6416dio Digital I/O Module may be used to connect digitally to any console that supports AES3 format digital outputs. Aviom's ASI module must then be used to convert the Pro64 A-Net data to the Pro16 format compatible with Aviom's Personal Mixers and other Pro16 Series devices.

There are three ways to control the A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer. The most common is to use the wired A-16CS Control Surface, which has the same user interface as the iconic A-16II and can also use a standard footswitch for stepping through presets saved in the A-16R. A single Cat-5e cable (up to 200ft/60m) connects the A-16CS to the A-Control port on the rear panel of the A-16R.

Alternatively, the A-16R can be controlled via MIDI, using almost any MIDI controller. Details on MIDI commands can be found in the A-16R User Guide.

The simplest Pro16 digital snake or audio distribution system requires one A-Net input module and one A-Net output module, connected with up to 500 feet (150 meters) of Cat-5e cable.

Simply connect the A-Net Out of one device to the A-Net In of the next. For parallel connections, use the A-16D or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributor. There is no limit to the number of devices that can be connected serially or in parallel.

For higher channel-count runs, use the A-Net Expansion jacks (16x16 or 32x0) or the AN-16SBR System Bridge (up to 32x32, 48x16, or 64x0).

Inputs to a Pro16 digital snake or audio distribution system can come from a mic- or line-level analog source or an A-Net compatible console card. Choices for analog input include the AN-16/i (line-level) or AN-16/i-M (mic- and line-level); the Y1 card can be used with Yamaha® digital consoles. Cards for a host of leading console manufacturers are available; refer to the Partners section for complete details.

Simply connect your audio sources, power up the input module or host console card, and connect up to 500ft/150m of Cat-5e cable, and you're ready to select output modules, network devices, or mixers.

Once a signal is converted A-Net, any compatible Pro16 device can be used to convert the digital data back to analog. The AN-16/o Output Module provides line- or mic-level output signals that can be connected to mixing consoles, recording devices, etc.

Unlimited lossless digital splits can be created from any or all output modules in a system simply by connecting another output module with a Cat-5e cable.

• A-16II Personal Mixer
• A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer
• AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module

Pro16™ Series input and output modules include A-Net Expansion jacks, which can be used to combine to 16-channel Pro16 A-Net streams onto a single cable.

To use A-Net Expansion jacks, first connect one pair of input and output modules as normal (A-Net Out on the Input Module to the A-Net In of the Output Module). Next, connect the second set of input and output modules to the A-Net Expansion jacks on the first pair. All 32 channels (32x0 or 16x16) will be transported on the original Cat-5e cable connecting the first pair of devices.

To transfer up to four Pro16™ A-Net® data streams using a single Cat-5e cable, the AN-16SBR System Bridge can be added. The AN-16SBR features heavy duty EtherCon® connectors on all ports and is sold in pairs.

The AN-16SBR has four ports labeled A, B, C, and D that are used to connect individual 16-channel A-Net streams. The 5th port, labeled Bridge, carries the combined four-stream/64-channel signal.

Each named port on the AN-16SBR has a direct relationship to the same-named port of the opposite half of the System Bridge. For example, whatever A-Net stream is connected to port A at on the input side of the bridge will appear at the matching port on the output side (A to A, B to B, etc.)

The direction of each 16-channel stream is independent, so reversing the direction of a given stream is as simple as switching an input module and an output module. Using the AN-16SBR in this manner supports bidirectional configurations up to 32x32, 48x16, and 64x0 on a single cable.

The AN-16SBR System Bridge is not compatible with Pro64 products and cannot be used with Pro16 A-Net streams that include DC power from an A-Net Distributor.

A digital split creates an exact copy of a set of 16 outputs in a Pro16 network. The AN-16/o Output Module's A-Net Out port can be used to connect additional AN-16/o modules that can be connected up to 500 feet (150 meters) apart. Simply connect A-Net Out from the first output module to A-Net In on the next.

In a source select system, the AV-P2 two-channel output module can be connected in the same manner. In fact, any combination of Pro16 output devices can be used, and they can be placed in any order.

Modules can be daisy chained (serial connection) or connected using the A-16D or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors for parallel connections.

Inputs to a Pro64 audio network or digital snake can come from mic- or line-level analog sources, an AES3 digital source, or a Yamaha® digital console or mix engine. Any combination of input sources can be used to create a high performance digital network.

Once audio sources are connected, the base A-Net Slot must be set on each device. This setting maps the hardware channels to a corresponding range within the network. For instance, with the A-Net Slot set to 17, channels 1-16 on a 16-channel input module such as the 6416m will be placed in the network in A-Net Slots 17-32. Unlike Pro16™ devices, all Pro64 devices simultaneously transmit and receive the full audio network, so setting the A-Net Slot is essential to managing the network resources and keeping track of your system's audio channels.

Finally, individual inputs must be activated into the network. This is accomplished by pressing the numbered channel button on the front panel of rack-mount devices or, in the case of the 6416Y2 A-Net card, via DIP switches.

A Pro64® network can be connected in almost any way imaginable with no impact on audio performance. Every cable in a Pro64 network always carries the full capacity of the network, meaning that there are no limitations on the location of input or output modules. Pro64 also supports the use of hubs such as the MH10 and fiber-enhanced MH10f when parallel connections are desired.

Because every Pro64 A-Net® port is always bidirectional and carries the full capacity of the network, all of the ports throughout a network are essentially interchangeable. If you plan to operate your system in Manual Mode (up to 64x64), connecting one device's B port to the next device's A port throughout the system will make tracking signal flow in complex systems more straightforward. If, however, your system will always run in Auto Mode, there is no need to keep track of A-Net connections.

Once a signal is converted to Pro64® A-Net®, any compatible Pro64 device can be used to output the Pro64 data as analog or AES3 digital data as required.

Pro64 network data is also available to any Yamaha devices outfitted with 6416Y2 console cards. Pro64 uses state-of-the-art clock management to guarantee pristine audio performance at every point in the network.

Unlimited lossless digital splits (mic/line analog, Yamaha, or AES3 digital) can be created from anywhere in the network by connecting another Pro64 module with a Cat-5 cable.

Because the full content of the Pro64 network is available at every point in the system, an additional output (or input) location can be added anywhere in the network. Simply connect the desired module (6416o for line-level analog outputs, 6416dio for AES3 outputs, or 6416Y2 card in a Yamaha device) to any open A-Net port, set its A-Net Slot, and activate output channels as desired.

Splits may also be connected in parallel using the MH10 or MH10f Merger Hubs.

To control the 6416m Mic Input Module remotely over the Pro64 network, two additional components are required: the RCI Remote Control Interface and the MCS Mic Control Surface.

The RCI Remote Control Interface provides a network access point for remote control. It can be connected anywhere in the Pro64 network, and multiple RCIs can be installed to provide the flexibility of additional control points, which is especially useful when you have multiple users who need to control mic preamp channel settings. The 6416m and RCI can be set to one of four Control Groups to divide control among a group of users.

The MCS Mic Control Surface connects to the RCI with a Cat-5e cable and allows the user to select and edit all mic channel parameters, as well as providing access to the 16 mic preamp presets stored within each 6416m. The MCS can be disconnected and reconnected without affecting network performance.

The ASI A-Net Systems Interface can be used to convert Pro64 A-Net data to the Pro16 format. With an ASI installed, you can output channels from a Pro64 network to the Pro16 AN-16/o Output Module, AV-P2 Output Module, or to a personal monitoring system.

The ASI can output up to four 16-channel streams of data (at 48kHz) from a Pro64 network. At 96kHz, two streams are available(Pro64 channels 1-32), and at 192kHz, one Pro16 stream is available (Pro64 channels 1-16).

Multiple users can control mic preamp settings on 6416m Mic Input Modules in a Pro64 audio network by installing two or more RCI Remote Control Interfaces and at least one MCS Mic Control Surface.

The Control Group feature on the 6416m and RCI allows mic preamps to be grouped together and their control assigned to a specific user. Up to four unique control groups can be created. Once set to a control group, a 6416m mic preamp will only respond to editing commands coming from an RCI and MCS combination where the RCI has been set to the same Control Group.

Inputs to a Pro16 digital snake or audio distribution system can come from a mic- or line-level analog source or an A-Net compatible console card. Choices for analog input include the AN-16/i (line-level) or AN-16/i-M (mic- and line-level); the Y1 card can be used with Yamaha® digital consoles. Cards for a host of leading console manufacturers are available; refer to the Partners section for complete details.

Simply connect your audio sources, power up the input module or host console card, and connect up to 500ft/150m of Cat-5e cable, and you're ready to select output modules, network devices, or mixers.

Once a signal is converted A-Net, any compatible Pro16 device can be used to convert the digital data back to analog. The AN-16/o Output Module provides line- or mic-level output signals that can be connected to mixing consoles, recording devices, etc.

Unlimited lossless digital splits can be created from any or all output modules in a system simply by connecting another output module with a Cat-5e cable.

• A-16II Personal Mixer
• A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer
• AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module

Pro16™ Series input and output modules include A-Net Expansion jacks, which can be used to combine to 16-channel Pro16 A-Net streams onto a single cable.

To use A-Net Expansion jacks, first connect one pair of input and output modules as normal (A-Net Out on the Input Module to the A-Net In of the Output Module). Next, connect the second set of input and output modules to the A-Net Expansion jacks on the first pair. All 32 channels (32x0 or 16x16) will be transported on the original Cat-5e cable connecting the first pair of devices.

To transfer up to four Pro16™ A-Net® data streams using a single Cat-5e cable, the AN-16SBR System Bridge can be added. The AN-16SBR features heavy duty EtherCon® connectors on all ports and is sold in pairs.

The AN-16SBR has four ports labeled A, B, C, and D that are used to connect individual 16-channel A-Net streams. The 5th port, labeled Bridge, carries the combined four-stream/64-channel signal.

Each named port on the AN-16SBR has a direct relationship to the same-named port of the opposite half of the System Bridge. For example, whatever A-Net stream is connected to port A at on the input side of the bridge will appear at the matching port on the output side (A to A, B to B, etc.)

The direction of each 16-channel stream is independent, so reversing the direction of a given stream is as simple as switching an input module and an output module. Using the AN-16SBR in this manner supports bidirectional configurations up to 32x32, 48x16, and 64x0 on a single cable.

The AN-16SBR System Bridge is not compatible with Pro64 products and cannot be used with Pro16 A-Net streams that include DC power from an A-Net Distributor.

A digital split creates an exact copy of a set of 16 outputs in a Pro16 network. The AN-16/o Output Module's A-Net Out port can be used to connect additional AN-16/o modules that can be connected up to 500 feet (150 meters) apart. Simply connect A-Net Out from the first output module to A-Net In on the next.

In a source select system, the AV-P2 two-channel output module can be connected in the same manner. In fact, any combination of Pro16 output devices can be used, and they can be placed in any order.

Modules can be daisy chained (serial connection) or connected using the A-16D or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors for parallel connections.

Inputs to a Pro64 audio network or digital snake can come from mic- or line-level analog sources, an AES3 digital source, or a Yamaha® digital console or mix engine. Any combination of input sources can be used to create a high performance digital network.

Once audio sources are connected, the base A-Net Slot must be set on each device. This setting maps the hardware channels to a corresponding range within the network. For instance, with the A-Net Slot set to 17, channels 1-16 on a 16-channel input module such as the 6416m will be placed in the network in A-Net Slots 17-32. Unlike Pro16™ devices, all Pro64 devices simultaneously transmit and receive the full audio network, so setting the A-Net Slot is essential to managing the network resources and keeping track of your system's audio channels.

Finally, individual inputs must be activated into the network. This is accomplished by pressing the numbered channel button on the front panel of rack-mount devices or, in the case of the 6416Y2 A-Net card, via DIP switches.

A Pro64® network can be connected in almost any way imaginable with no impact on audio performance. Every cable in a Pro64 network always carries the full capacity of the network, meaning that there are no limitations on the location of input or output modules. Pro64 also supports the use of hubs such as the MH10 and fiber-enhanced MH10f when parallel connections are desired.

Because every Pro64 A-Net® port is always bidirectional and carries the full capacity of the network, all of the ports throughout a network are essentially interchangeable. If you plan to operate your system in Manual Mode (up to 64x64), connecting one device's B port to the next device's A port throughout the system will make tracking signal flow in complex systems more straightforward. If, however, your system will always run in Auto Mode, there is no need to keep track of A-Net connections.

Once a signal is converted to Pro64® A-Net®, any compatible Pro64 device can be used to output the Pro64 data as analog or AES3 digital data as required.

Pro64 network data is also available to any Yamaha devices outfitted with 6416Y2 console cards. Pro64 uses state-of-the-art clock management to guarantee pristine audio performance at every point in the network.

Unlimited lossless digital splits (mic/line analog, Yamaha, or AES3 digital) can be created from anywhere in the network by connecting another Pro64 module with a Cat-5 cable.

Because the full content of the Pro64 network is available at every point in the system, an additional output (or input) location can be added anywhere in the network. Simply connect the desired module (6416o for line-level analog outputs, 6416dio for AES3 outputs, or 6416Y2 card in a Yamaha device) to any open A-Net port, set its A-Net Slot, and activate output channels as desired.

Splits may also be connected in parallel using the MH10 or MH10f Merger Hubs.

The ASI A-Net Systems Interface can be used to connect select Pro16 Series devices to a Pro64 Series network, further enhancing the output options for a system or installation.

The ASI provides a link between Pro64 Series networking products and Pro16 Series output devices, such as the AV-P2 and AN-16/o Output Modules, and the A-16II and A- 16R Personal Mixers. The ASI features two Pro64 network ports and four Pro16 outputs, separated into 16-channel blocks and transmitted out the corresponding Pro16 ports.

The ASI is a plug-and-play module, requiring no configuration beyond selecting a Pro64 network port for Manual Mode systems. The number of available channels and Pro16 ports is determined by the sample rate of the Pro64 network (64 channels and four ports at 44.1/48kH±, 32 channels and two ports at 96kHz±, and 16 channels and one port at 192kHz±). Stereo link settings from the Pro64 network are passed to the Pro16 outputs.

To control the 6416m Mic Input Module remotely over the Pro64 network, two additional components are required: the RCI Remote Control Interface and the MCS Mic Control Surface.

The RCI Remote Control Interface provides a network access point for remote control. It can be connected anywhere in the Pro64 network, and multiple RCIs can be installed to provide the flexibility of additional control points, which is especially useful when you have multiple users who need to control mic preamp channel settings. The 6416m and RCI can be set to one of four Control Groups to divide control among a group of users.

The MCS Mic Control Surface connects to the RCI with a Cat-5e cable and allows the user to select and edit all mic channel parameters, as well as providing access to the 16 mic preamp presets stored within each 6416m. The MCS can be disconnected and reconnected without affecting network performance.

Audio from an existing source, such as a mixing console, satellite audio feed, computer, radio receiver, CD, or DVD player, is connected to a Pro16™ or Pro64® Series input module or console interface card. Input modules are available in a variety of configurations and formats, including digital cards for a host of leading console manufacturers. Refer to the Partners section for complete details.

The input module converts the audio to A-Net and outputs an A-Net digital audio stream over Cat-5e. Output modules, mixers, or network devices can be connected as needed.

With an A-Net based system, there is no practical limit to the size of a system; even hundreds of users can be easily accommodated.

Inputs to a Pro16 digital snake or audio distribution system can come from a mic- or line-level analog source or an A-Net compatible console card. Choices for analog input include the AN-16/i (line-level) or AN-16/i-M (mic- and line-level); the Y1 card can be used with Yamaha® digital consoles. Cards for a host of leading console manufacturers are available; refer to the Partners section for complete details.

Simply connect your audio sources, power up the input module or host console card, and connect up to 500ft/150m of Cat-5e cable, and you're ready to select output modules, network devices, or mixers.

Once a signal is converted A-Net, any compatible Pro16 device can be used to convert the digital data back to analog. The AN-16/o Output Module provides line- or mic-level output signals that can be connected to mixing consoles, recording devices, etc.

Unlimited lossless digital splits can be created from any or all output modules in a system simply by connecting another output module with a Cat-5e cable.

• A-16II Personal Mixer
• A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer
• AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module

Inputs to a Pro64 audio network or digital snake can come from mic- or line-level analog sources, an AES3 digital source, or a Yamaha® digital console or mix engine. Any combination of input sources can be used to create a high performance digital network.

Once audio sources are connected, the base A-Net Slot must be set on each device. This setting maps the hardware channels to a corresponding range within the network. For instance, with the A-Net Slot set to 17, channels 1-16 on a 16-channel input module such as the 6416m will be placed in the network in A-Net Slots 17-32. Unlike Pro16™ devices, all Pro64 devices simultaneously transmit and receive the full audio network, so setting the A-Net Slot is essential to managing the network resources and keeping track of your system's audio channels.

Finally, individual inputs must be activated into the network. This is accomplished by pressing the numbered channel button on the front panel of rack-mount devices or, in the case of the 6416Y2 A-Net card, via DIP switches.

A Pro64® network can be connected in almost any way imaginable with no impact on audio performance. Every cable in a Pro64 network always carries the full capacity of the network, meaning that there are no limitations on the location of input or output modules. Pro64 also supports the use of hubs such as the MH10 and fiber-enhanced MH10f when parallel connections are desired.

Because every Pro64 A-Net® port is always bidirectional and carries the full capacity of the network, all of the ports throughout a network are essentially interchangeable. If you plan to operate your system in Manual Mode (up to 64x64), connecting one device's B port to the next device's A port throughout the system will make tracking signal flow in complex systems more straightforward. If, however, your system will always run in Auto Mode, there is no need to keep track of A-Net connections.

The ASI A-Net Systems Interface can be used to connect select Pro16 Series devices to a Pro64 Series network, further enhancing the output options for a system or installation.

The ASI provides a link between Pro64 Series networking products and Pro16 Series output devices, such as the AV-P2 and AN-16/o Output Modules, and the A-16II and A- 16R Personal Mixers. The ASI features two Pro64 network ports and four Pro16 outputs, separated into 16-channel blocks and transmitted out the corresponding Pro16 ports.

The ASI is a plug-and-play module, requiring no configuration beyond selecting a Pro64 network port for Manual Mode systems. The number of available channels and Pro16 ports is determined by the sample rate of the Pro64 network (64 channels and four ports at 44.1/48kH±, 32 channels and two ports at 96kHz±, and 16 channels and one port at 192kHz±). Stereo link settings from the Pro64 network are passed to the Pro16 outputs.

Personal Mixers can be connected in any combination of serial (daisy chain) and parallel (star) connections. Every Personal Mixer has both an A- Net In and A-Net Out jack, and mixers can be daisy-chained without limit. Every Personal Mixer is truly plug-and-play: connect it and you're ready to go.

Most users, however, choose to use an A-Net Distributor, such as the A-16D Pro, and connect mixers in parallel. This offers several advantages. First, any time devices are daisy-chained, "downstream" devices depend on upstream devices for their data. If someone unplugs a mixer or knocks over a stand on stage, multiple users may be affected. Second, using a distributor delivers the added convenience of providing power for the mixer over the Cat-5 cable, eliminating the need for extension cords and external power supplies at the mixers. Thus, using parallel connections is both more secure and more convenient.

Distributors can be inserted into the A-Net stream at any point in the system, and there is no limit to the number of distributors in a system.

The diagrams show A-16II Personal Mixers, but any combination of Pro16 output devices can be used, including the A-16R and AV-P2.

A basic conference system requires one A-Net input module, such as the AV-M8, and one A-Net output module connected with Cat-5e cable.

Inputs to the AV-M8 can come from a mic- or line-level analog source. Two channels include a 20dB switchable pad, supporting line-level inputs from computers, CD or DVD players, etc, while the remaining six are mic-level only.

The AV-M8 is designed to be easy to install and configure. Audio inputs feature latching 5.0 mm Euroblock connectors that require only a small screwdriver when connecting wires. Gain for each analog input channel is individually configured with DIP switches; each channel also has +48V phantom power and a low cut filter.

With detachable mounting flanges and reversible rack ears, the AV-M8 can be placed in close proximity to the mic inputs at a table or podium, in an equipment closet, or secured in a portable rack.

Two AV-M8 Input Modules can be cascaded to create a single 16- channel A-Net stream by using the built-in ADAT® Lightpipe connections. Once the two AV- M8s are connected with a standard Toslink optical cable, a single Cat-5e cable can be connected from the second AV-M8 to any compatible Pro16 output device. Pro16 A-Net supports Cat-5e cable runs up to 500ft/150m between devices.

Once input signals connected to the AV-M8 have been converted to a digital A-Net stream, they can be transported up to 500 feet (150 meters) over Cat-5e and output as analog audio using an AN-16/o Output Module. From the AN- 16/o, the analog signals can be fed to a DSP processor. The processed audio can then be connected to amps and speakers for distribution to the users.

Once a signal is converted A-Net, any compatible Pro16 device can be used to convert the digital data back to analog. The AN-16/o Output Module provides line- or mic-level output signals that can be connected to mixing consoles, recording devices, etc.

Unlimited lossless digital splits can be created from any or all output modules in a system simply by connecting another output module with a Cat-5e cable.

• A-16II Personal Mixer
• A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer
• AN-16/o Output Module
• AV-P2 Output Module

Pro16™ Series input and output modules include A-Net Expansion jacks, which can be used to combine to 16-channel Pro16 A-Net streams onto a single cable.

To use A-Net Expansion jacks, first connect one pair of input and output modules as normal (A-Net Out on the Input Module to the A-Net In of the Output Module). Next, connect the second set of input and output modules to the A-Net Expansion jacks on the first pair. All 32 channels (32x0 or 16x16) will be transported on the original Cat-5e cable connecting the first pair of devices.

To transfer up to four Pro16™ A-Net® data streams using a single Cat-5e cable, the AN-16SBR System Bridge can be added. The AN-16SBR features heavy duty EtherCon® connectors on all ports and is sold in pairs.

The AN-16SBR has four ports labeled A, B, C, and D that are used to connect individual 16-channel A-Net streams. The 5th port, labeled Bridge, carries the combined four-stream/64-channel signal.

Each named port on the AN-16SBR has a direct relationship to the same-named port of the opposite half of the System Bridge. For example, whatever A-Net stream is connected to port A at on the input side of the bridge will appear at the matching port on the output side (A to A, B to B, etc.)

The direction of each 16-channel stream is independent, so reversing the direction of a given stream is as simple as switching an input module and an output module. Using the AN-16SBR in this manner supports bidirectional configurations up to 32x32, 48x16, and 64x0 on a single cable.

The AN-16SBR System Bridge is not compatible with Pro64 products and cannot be used with Pro16 A-Net streams that include DC power from an A-Net Distributor.

A digital split creates an exact copy of a set of 16 outputs in a Pro16 network. The AN-16/o Output Module's A-Net Out port can be used to connect additional AN-16/o modules that can be connected up to 500 feet (150 meters) apart. Simply connect A-Net Out from the first output module to A-Net In on the next.

In a source select system, the AV-P2 two-channel output module can be connected in the same manner. In fact, any combination of Pro16 output devices can be used, and they can be placed in any order.

Modules can be daisy chained (serial connection) or connected using the A-16D or A-16D Pro A-Net Distributors for parallel connections.

The ASI A-Net Systems Interface can be used to connect select Pro16 Series devices to a Pro64 Series network, further enhancing the output options for a system or installation.

The ASI provides a link between Pro64 Series networking products and Pro16 Series output devices, such as the AV-P2 and AN-16/o Output Modules, and the A-16II and A- 16R Personal Mixers. The ASI features two Pro64 network ports and four Pro16 outputs, separated into 16-channel blocks and transmitted out the corresponding Pro16 ports.

The ASI is a plug-and-play module, requiring no configuration beyond selecting a Pro64 network port for Manual Mode systems. The number of available channels and Pro16 ports is determined by the sample rate of the Pro64 network (64 channels and four ports at 44.1/48kH±, 32 channels and two ports at 96kHz±, and 16 channels and one port at 192kHz±). Stereo link settings from the Pro64 network are passed to the Pro16 outputs.

Two AV-M8 Input Modules can be cascaded to create a single 16- channel A-Net stream by using the built-in ADAT® Lightpipe connections. Once the two AV- M8s are connected with a standard Toslink optical cable, a single Cat-5e cable can be connected from the second AV-M8 to any compatible Pro16 output device. Pro16 A-Net supports Cat-5e cable runs up to 500ft/150m between devices.

Inputs to a Pro16 remote mixing system can come from a combination of mic- and line-level analog sources or from an A-Net compatible console card. Choices for analog input modules include the AN-16/i, AN-16/i-M, and AV-M8; the Y1 card can be used with Yamaha® digital consoles. Cards for a host of leading console manufacturers are available; refer to the Partners section for complete details.

An A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer is used to mix the inputs. With left and right analog outputs, the A-16R can be connected directly to existing DSP modules, amps, and powered speakers.

Mix control can be provided to users either with Aviom's A-16CS Control Surface or select third-party control systems. The A-16CS is connected to the A-16R by a Cat-5e cable (up to 200ft/60m) and provides simple control of channel volumes and presets.

Simply connect your audio sources, power up the input module or host console card, and connect up to 500ft/150m of Cat-5e cable, and you're ready to select output modules, network devices, or mixers.

There are several methods for controlling the A-16R Rack-Mount Mixer. The wired A-16CS Control Surface, which has the same intuitive interface as the A-16II, provides control over channel volume and pan, mix presets, master volume and tone, as well as channel grouping, soloing, and muting. A single Cat-5e cable (up to 200ft/60m) connects the A-16CS to the A-Control port on the rear panel of the A-16R.

In addition, the A-16R can be controlled remotely by select third-party RS232 control systems. Refer to the Partners section for more information.

Finally, the A-16R can be controlled via MIDI, using almost any MIDI controller. Details on MIDI commands can be found in the A-16R User Guide.