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P/N 9310 1013 0001F rev. 1.00© 2008 Aviom, Inc.User Guide6416mMic Input ModuleMic Control SurfaceRemote Control InterfaceRCI

xA-Net Slot Display. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 76Select a Slot . . . . . . . . .

88BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 5: One input module and two output modules in Manual Mode B AInputB AOutputB AOutputThe inp

89 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 6: Two input modules and two output modules, 16x16B AInputB AOutputB AOutputB AInp

90BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 7: Audio from the stage is output at the front-of-house mixing console; audio from the FOH console is output on the

91 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKDigital Copies in Manual ModeCreating a digital split in Manual Mode follows most of the rules defined for Auto Mode splits

92BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKinput module at front of house. Unlike Auto Mode, however, this input module needs to be set to send audio data to its A-Net

93 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 9: A digital copy of the stage signals B AInputB AOutputB AOutputB AInputSTAGEFRON

94VDC CONFIGURATIONVDC Configuration Pro64’s Virtual Data Cables provide an easy way to distribute control signals throughout a network, greatly expan

95 VDC CONFIGURATIONVDC SLOTRS-232MIDI InMIDI OutGPIO InGPIO OutASSIGNPORTWhen a rear-panel VDC port has been assigned to a VDC Slot, its In Use LED

96VDC CONFIGURATIONAssigning a VDC SlotThe act of assigning a VDC Slot maps one of the rear-panel hardware VDC I/O ports to a Virtual Data Cable. To a

97 ADVANCED FUNCTIONSAdvanced FunctionsThe available advanced functions for the 6416m Input Module are listed in the table below. No Advanced Function

xiDimensions - RCI . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 113MCS Specifications. . . . . . . . .

98ADVANCED FUNCTIONSany front-panel button other than a channel activation button after the Function button will also cancel the Function request. Cl

99 ADVANCED FUNCTIONSTo lock the network, press the FUNCTION button on the Control Master module. The Function button and Enter/Cancel LEDs will flash

100ADVANCED FUNCTIONSSample Alignment All digital networks that allow daisy-chained connectivity need to compensate for sub-millisecond latency build-

101 ADVANCED FUNCTIONSTo get sample alignment info, press the FUNCTION button, followed by the CHANNEL 11 A CTIVE button. Press ENTER; the A-Net Slot

102ADVANCED FUNCTIONSnetwork is power cycled. When the network is reconfigured or when the sample rate is changed, a new value should be calculated us

103 ADVANCED FUNCTIONSManaged Mode is deactivated.tt Edit Lock is set to off. t Password protect is off.The system t password value for the module

104FIRMWARE UPDATE Firmware UpdatePro64 modules can be updated in the field using a PC and the Pro64 Update Tool application. Modules can be updated o

105 FIRMWARE UPDATE device. To enable firmware updates on the module, press FUNCTION, followed by the CHANNEL 15 ACTIVE button. The Enter/Cancel LED a

106FIRMWARE UPDATE came with the update firmware. During the update, the module’s sixteen red, yellow, and green channel meter LEDs will flash in sequ

107 Specifications6416m Block DiagramGain0–55dBProgrammableRS-232Level meterMIDI InMIDI OutGPIODB25 Female (x2)Alternate Input/Passive SplitsXLR Balan

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108Specifications6416m SpecificationsChannels 16 inputs Mic- or line-levelXLR Inputs Pin 1: Shield; Pin 2: Hot; Pin 3: ColdPassive Splitter/ Alternat

109 SpecificationsA-Net 2 EtherCon RJ45 connectorsA-Net Cable Length 400 feet (120 meters) Cat-5e between devices Latency Analog input to analog outpu

110SpecificationsDimensions - 6416m

111 Specifications

112SpecificationsRCI SpecificationsController Port Front panel; EtherCon RJ45, Accepts MCSHeadphone Monitor 1/4-inch TRS, mono, with level controlMo

113 SpecificationsDimensions - RCI

114Specifications

115 SpecificationsMCS SpecificationsController Port EtherCon RJ45, Connects to RCIChannel Level 64 bicolor LEDsHigh Resolution Meter 10-segment, -4

116SpecificationsDimensions - MCS

117 Specifications

1 ABOUT YOUR PRO64 PRODUCTWelcomeThank you for purchasing the 6416m Mic Input Module, RCI Remote Control Interface and MCS Mic Control Surface. This U

118SpecificationsMounting the MCS The underside of the MCS has two keyhole openings that allow the MCS to be attached to another surface using only tw

119 SPECIFICATIONSGPIO Specifications The following table lists the specifications for the General Purpose Input/Output (GPIO) terminal blocks found

120SPECIFICATIONSGPIO PlugsPlugs used with the GPIO terminal blocks have the following specifications. Pitch 3.81 mmNumber of positions 8Type of conne

121 SpecificationsDB25 Audio ConnectionsAviom analog input and output modules with DB25 multi-pin connectors are wired to the analog pinout that has b

122SpecificationsUsing DB25 JacksThe DB25 panel-mount connectors on Aviom products have #4-40 UNC threads. Be sure to get DB25 breakout cables with th

123 SpecificationsRS-232 Cables and Pinout Using an RS-232 device with Pro64 devices requires a female-to-female DB9 null modem cable (also referred

124SpecificationsWiring a Crossover CableThe following table can be used to create a crossover cable: Crossover CablePin # Pin # 1 and 6423324 1 and

125 IndexINDEXSymbols4-pin XLR 7124VDC supply 50, 71+48V Button 74+48V Phantom Power 816416dio 436416i 566416m DC Requirements 246416m Specica

126IndexAuto Mode 6, 17, 19, 39, 45, 67Active channels 46Available A-Net Slots 12, 17Merger Hub 86Auto Mode Connections 84Available A-Net Slots

127 IndexClock 20DIP switch 20, 33DIP switch 10 36Password 99Reset 103Sample Alignment Lock 101Control Master DIP Switch 63Control Master Error

2ABOUT YOUR PRO64 PRODUCTRear-panel XLR line-level output for monitoring tselected mic preamp channel Pad switch for XLR line-level outputtBackup DC

128IndexFunction 03 98Function 09 99Function 10 99Function 11 101, 102Function 12 101Function 13 101Function 14 102Function 15 104Function 16

129 IndexMManaged button 25, 26, 30, 42Managed Mode 25, 42, 98Enter/exit 42Manual LED 35Manual Mode 6, 17, 19, 35, 39, 45, 46, 67, 87Active chann

130IndexConnecting, Managed Mode 26Firmware update 104Peak Hold Button 74 , 82Personal MixerA-16II, A-16R 7Phantom Power 50MCS 81Phase 53Phase

131 IndexSample Alignment 100, 101, 102Sample Rate 5, 12, 18, 19, 23, 28, 36, 38, 40, 45, 102, 108A-Net Slots 23Available A-Net Slots 12Changing

132Indexdeactivate 60DIP switches 20In Use 59In Use LED 95Query Functions 43Reset 103RS-232 pinout 123VDC Conguration 30, 94VDC inputs 96VDC

3 MAINTAINING YOUR PRO64 PRODUCTAC PowerAlways plug the unit into a properly grounded (earthed) outlet. Always use the AC line cord that was shipped w

4MAINTAINING YOUR PRO64 PRODUCTTransporting the 6416m in a RackThe 6416m Mic Input Module has attachment points for rear support hardware built into t

5 ABOUT A-NETAbout A-Net Aviom’s A-Net® is the only networking technology conceived, designed, and optimized for managing and distributing audio usin

6ABOUT A-NETClocking The Pro64 network offers the most flexible clocking and synchronization options in the industry. Pro64 devices support three rang

7 ABOUT A-NETMode network, two 64-channel streams are available on the cable and in each module. The configuration of the cables and ports has an impa

IITrademarks Aviom and the Aviom logo are trademarks of Aviom, Inc. A-Net and the A-Net logo are trademarks of Aviom, Inc. Pro16, Pro64, and Virtual

8PRO64 INTERFACE CONVENTIONSPro64 Interface ConventionsMany Pro64 Series products have similar user interface components, including buttons, LEDs, and

9 PRO64 INTERFACE CONVENTIONSThe buttons with up/down indicator arrows are used for the inc/dec functions. Buttons of this type will be referred to as

10PRO64 USER INTERFACEPro64 User InterfaceThis section outlines some basic concepts of operation for Pro64 products. Pro64 I/O devices have some comm

11 PRO64 USER INTERFACEEdit LockManagedCONTROLMASTERENTERCANCELVDC SLOTRS-232MIDI InMIDI OutGPIO InGPIO OutASSIGNPORTThe LED between the Enter and Can

12PRO64 USER INTERFACEconsoles, mic preamps, DSP processors, and DAW software. We use the word ‘’channel’’ when referring to the physical audio input

13 PRO64 USER INTERFACEThe current sample rate will also affect the display of available A-Net Slot ranges. Slot ranges will always have the same maxi

14PRO64 USER INTERFACETo select an A-Net Slot range, use the inc/dec buttons below the display. Press one of the buttons until the desired base Slot r

15 PRO64 USER INTERFACEA-Net Slot ExampleThe following example shows the power of the Pro64 network and the A-Net Slots concept. The range of A-Net Sl

16PRO64 USER INTERFACEBy activating a group of channels on each of the four input modules, a total of sixteen inputs are used (indicated by reverse te

17 PRO64 USER INTERFACENetwork ModesA Pro64 audio network can be set to operate in one of two modes, Auto or Manual. The network mode can be selected

IIINO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL ONLYTo reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose

18PRO64 USER INTERFACEnew data. This means that, while no more than 128 channels can be in the network at a particular location, there is no practical

19 CONTROL MASTERPro64 Network ConceptsConfiguring a Pro64 network involves a few simple steps. This section details some of the global settings and n

20CONTROL MASTERSetting Control Master StatusSetting the 6416m to be the Control Master is done using the DIP switches found on the rear panel. The Co

21 CONTROL MASTERfunctions or settings. During the enumeration process, all connected A-Net modules will flash their A-Net LEDs, indicating that a req

22CONTROL MASTEREdit LockManagedCONTROLMASTERENTERCANCELVDC SLOTRS-232MIDI InMIDI OutGPIO InGPIO OutASSIGNPORTThe Enter/Cancel LED will ash when the

23 CONTROL MASTERExternal clock sources on the 6416dio Digital I/O Module can include: t Word Clock - via the dedicated BNC Word Clock jack t AES3 (

24CONTROL MASTERSample RateLinkMute MuteØPress the selection button to cycle through the available sample rates. The current sample rate for the netwo

25 CONTROL MASTERA-NET SLOTPort APort BAutoA-NETTRANSMITManualCLOCKMASTERSample RateFUNCTIONThe selection button in the A-Net Transmit section of the

26CONTROL MASTEREdit LockManagedCONTROLMASTERENTERCANCELVDC SLOTRS-232MIDI InMIDI OutGPIO InGPIO OutASSIGNPORTManaged Mode allows the network to be co

27 CONTROL MASTERmodule, as well as the In Use LED for all active VDC Slots in the network. This query behavior is similar to the behavior of an indiv

IVImportant Safety InstructionsRead these instructions.1. Keep these instructions2. Heed all warnings.3. Follow all instructions.4. Do not use this ap

286416M COMPONENTS6416m Front Panel ComponentsA-NET SLOTEditPort APort BAutoA-NETTRANSMITManualCLOCKMASTERCONTROLSample Rate12345LinkLinkMuteEditMuteE

29 6416M COMPONENTS6416m Front Panel ComponentsLevel Meter LEDs1. 2. Stereo Link ButtonMute Button3. Phase, Low Cut, Pad, and +48V LEDs4. Edit Button

306416M COMPONENTS6416m Front Panel Components1. A-Net LED 2. Control Master LED3. VDC Slot and Port Configuration4. Managed Mode Button 5. Edit L

31 6416M COMPONENTS1. XLR mic/line inputsPower On/Off Switch2. 3. IEC Power Inlet4. Fuse HolderBackup DC Power Inlet5. Control Master DIP Switch (#1

326416M COMPONENTS6416m Rear Panel Components1. DB25 Audio Thru/Alternate In, x22. Virtual Data Cable Ports3. GPIO Configuration DIP Switches4. GP

33 NETWORK SETTINGS6416m Network SettingsThere are a few basic concepts that need to be understood when setting up a Pro64 network. Some of the functi

34NETWORK SETTINGSA-Net Slot Range Configuration The A-Net Slot section of the interface is used to set the range of A-Net Slots that the 6416m will u

35 NETWORK SETTINGSNetwork Mode The LEDs in the A-Net Transmit section show information about the current network mode, which can be set to Auto Mode

36NETWORK SETTINGSPort APort BAutoA-NETTRANSMITManualA-Net data is set to transmit out of Port B in Manual Mode in this example. Changing the A-Net T

37 NETWORK SETTINGSSample Rate A-Net Slots Available44.1/48kHz 64 88.2/96kHz 32176.4/192k Hz 16 In an all-analog network, the sample rate can be set a

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38NETWORK SETTINGSCLOCKMASTERSample RatePressing the selection button will cycle through the available sample rates. 96kHz is shown in the example.

39 6416M FRONT PANEL6416m Front Panel FeaturesThis section describes the features and functions of all front-panel components of the 6416m Mic Input M

406416M FRONT PANELthrough the various choices. Clock Master Every Pro64 network will have one Clock Master. The module designated as Control Master w

41 6416M FRONT PANELVDC Slot and Port ConfigurationThere are 14 Virtual Data Cable Slots available to transport user control data throughout the Pro64

426416M FRONT PANELbench configured (it is not part of an active network), the A-Net LED will be off during the firmware update. (Check the Aviom webs

43 6416M FRONT PANELThe Edit Lock button, along with the Enter button,t can be used to unlock the unit. t Gain switches on I/O modules such as the

446416M FRONT PANELTo Exit the query function, press EDIT LOCK followed by ENTER to return to normal operation. Control Group The Control Group functi

45 6416M FRONT PANEL6416m Channel Strip Functions The features of the 6416m mic preamp channels are described in detail in this section. Most of these

466416M FRONT PANELChannel Activation RulesIt is not necessary to press the ENTER button to activate or deactivate a channel. Each Pro64 module rememb

47 6416M FRONT PANELTo link a pair of channels, both channels must be active on the network first; the Active button located below the Edit button mus

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486416M FRONT PANELEdit Button The Edit button gives the user access to each channel’s settings for Phase, Low Cut filter, Pad, +48V phantom power, an

49 6416M FRONT PANELLow Cut Button The Low Cut button applies a bass rolloff filter centered at 85Hz to the selected channel. Use this to eliminate lo

506416M FRONT PANELWhen the 24dB pad is in use, the Pad LED in the selected channel strip will be lit.Mic pre Presets save the Pad state for each chan

51 6416M FRONT PANELChannel Gain Each input channel on the 6416m has an individual gain setting controlled by the Gain knob. Press EDIT to select a ch

526416M FRONT PANELUse the selection button to cycle through the selections, Groups 1-4 and Off. Only active mic channels in the currently selected Co

53 6416M FRONT PANELMic Preamp Presets Each 6416m Mic Input Module has the ability to save 16 mic preamp Presets. Parameters that can be saved per cha

546416M FRONT PANEL NOTE: To save a mic preamp Preset from the MCS, remember that the 6416m needs to be set to the same Control Group as is currentl

55 6416M REAR PANEL FEATURES6416m Rear Panel Features All 6416m rear-panel features and functions are described in this section. AC Power Pro64 module

566416M REAR PANEL FEATURES6416m DC Requirements Like most electronic devices, the 6416m will draw more than its rated current for a very brief period

57 6416M REAR PANEL FEATURESDB25 Audio Thru/Alternate In Two female DB25 multipin connectors are provided for audio throughput on the 6416m, creating

viiTABLE OF CONTENTSWarranty Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . vWelcome . . . . .

58VIRTUAL DATA CABLES ChannelDB25 Pin NumberHot Cold Ground12412252102311321922472085186196417571531681142 No Connect 13 13 12 11

59 VIRTUAL DATA CABLES Virtual Data Cables Three types of Virtual Data Cable (VDC) ports are available on the rear panel of the 6416m Input Module. Fo

60VIRTUAL DATA CABLES To output control data that originates at the 6416m from another Pro64 module elsewhere in the network, select the same numbered

61 VIRTUAL DATA CABLES MIDI In, MIDI Out Two MIDI (Musical Instrument Digital Interface) ports, In and Out, are provided on the 6416m. Each is capable

62VIRTUAL DATA CABLES RS-232 Configuration DIP Switches RS-232 communication is configured using the first eight switches in the DIP switch block. Swi

63 VIRTUAL DATA CABLES SwitchBaud Rate 1 2341200 off off off off2400 off off off on4800 off off on off7200 off off on on9600 off on off off14400 of

64RCI FRONT/REAR PANELRCI Front Panel ComponentsHEADPHONES1. Headphone Input JackHeadphone 2. Monitor Volume Control 3. Network Mode Selection A-

65 RCI FRONT/REAR PANELRCI Front Panel Components1. A-Net LED 2. Controller Input for MCSCONTROLLER

66RCI FRONT/REAR PANEL1. Power On/Off Switch2. IEC Power Inlet3. Fuse Holder4. Backup DC Power InletBalanced 5. Line-Level Monitor Output, XLR6.

67 RCI FRONT/REAR PANELRCI Front Panel Features The RCI provides a network access point for remote control of the 6416m. Any number of RCI Remote Cont

viiiChanging the Network Mode . . . . . . . . . . 25Managed Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

68RCI FRONT/REAR PANELPort APort BAuto and Manual Mode LEDs and Port selection options A-Net SlotThe A-Net Slot display shows the network Slot that is

69 RCI FRONT/REAR PANELSync Indicator The dot in the Slot Selection display is used to indicate that Slot selection is being controlled from the MCS M

70RCI FRONT/REAR PANELLED will flash while a request to enter the network is sent to and then processed by the device designated as Control Master. On

71 RCI FRONT/REAR PANELAC Power Pro64 modules use switching power supplies that can operate at 100-240V and from 50-60 Hz, meaning that they can be us

72RCI FRONT/REAR PANELPAD +dBu LINELEVEL OUTPUT BALPIN  HOT The RCI outputs the currently selected Slot as a +4dBu mono line-level audio signal.

73 MCS FEATURESMCS ComponentsBicolor LED 1. Channel Level Meters 2. Numeric Keypad 3. Inc/Dec and Up/Down Selection Buttons4. A-Net Slot Display

74MCS FEATURESMCS Components1. Phase Button 2. Low Cut Button 3. Mute Button 4. Pad Button 5. +48V Phantom Power Button 6. High Resolution Meter 7

75 MCS FEATURESMCS Features The MCS is used to edit 6416m mic preamp settings and save/recall presets remotely. A single MCS connected to an RCI can b

76MCS FEATUREScurrent network sample rate). Follow the selection rules above; press ENTER or simply wait for the Slot to be automatically selected. Pr

77 MCS FEATURESPress t ENTER to immediately display the selected channel/Slot number, or Do nothing; after a short pause, the interface will tautoma

ixSave a Preset . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53Recall a Preset . . . . . . .

78MCS FEATURESTo use the Save and Recall functions from the MCS, any 6416m Mic Input Modules that you want to control need to be set to the same Contr

79 MCS FEATURESdisplay will be blank for non-controllable Slots. No ntrolThe current gain setting is displayed for any active mic preamp channel when

80MCS FEATURESNo ntrolThe channel strip, high resolution meter, and gain settingsLow Cut Button The Low Cut button applies a bass rolloff filter cente

81 MCS FEATURESMic pre Presets save the Pad state for each channel. +48V Phantom Power Button Phantom power for devices such as condenser mics is avai

82MCS FEATURESThe high resolution meter and Peak Hold buttonPeak Hold Button When on, the Peak Hold function will show and hold the highest level (inc

83 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKBuilding a Pro64 Network Configuring a Pro64 network involves connecting input and output modules with Cat-5e cables, setti

84BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKBasic RoutingTo output the mic/line audio inputs connected to the 6416m, the module must be connected to another Pro64 devic

85 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKof Slots within the network. Example 2: Port B connected to Port A B AInputB AOutputIn this diagram, note

86BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 3: One input module and three digital copies in Auto Mode B AInputB AOutputB AOutputB

87 BUILDING A PRO64 NETWORKExample 4: One input module and three output modules connected using an MH10/MH10f in Auto Mode B AInputB