Features:
iLive puts the audio processing right where it is needed - on or near the stage. The DSP is in the Mix- Rack, keeping latency to a minimum and giving you the freedom to choose how you control the mix.
iLive provides comprehensive on-board signal and FX processing, so there is no need for expensive and heavy outboard quipment racks. This not only saves space, but reduces preparation time, and cuts back overheads too! Bulky and expensive multicores are a thing of the past, as cabling between the console and Mix-Rack is CAT5.
Full processing is available all the time: Each of the 64 input channels has a gate, parametric EQ, compressor, limiter/de-esser and delay, while all 32 mix outputs have a 1/3 octave graphic EQ, parametric EQ, compressor, limiter and delay.
The heart of the system - is the iDR10 Mix-Rack loaded with iDR-64 mix engine, but other formats may be introduced in time to complement the distributed digital audio network and control options as the system evolves. For rental companies and hire stock, this flexibility will prove invaluable to meet the demands of modern production. The number of processing input channels per iDR-64 DSP engine is 64. The number of configurable mix buses is 32.
• Digital Output Module: 8 channels arranged as 4 stereo digital outputs simultaneously available on 3 formats: AES3, SPDIF & Optical. Mute status LED, and check LED for active PAFL per channel.
• iDR10 Rack: 19” rackmount unit supplied in shock-mounted inner frame in touring grade flightcase.
*10 optional slots for I/O modules + RAB, DSP, and CPU modules.
• iLive Surface: Control surface for the iDR10 Mix-Rack. The surface is shipped in a three-part touring grade flightcase. iLive-80: 20 fader-strips
• Multi Digital Output:A double width module supplying 16 channels of digital audio in a variety of formats to interface to systems used on stage or for recording: Aviom, Hearbus, iDR expansion, ADAT.
• iPS-10 Power Supply: 2U 19" rackmount back-up power supply for iLive-112/144/176. Shipped with DC power and temperature sense connecting cables.
• Dual Mic Line Input: Same performance as standard mic/line input, but with switching offering a choice between 2 inputs into each preamp. Has Phoenix connectors and is good for prewired cable systems and fixed installations.
• Surface Remote Audio (RAB) Module: Required if EtherSound is used. One ES card fitted. This module is not interchangeable with the Mix-Rack RAB module.
iDR10 PSU
*Optional: One or two psu modules may be fitted to the rear of the iDR10 Mix- Rack
• Surface CPU Module: Required for managing the surface and interfacing the control to the Mix-Rack. It also provides additional Ethernet ports, MIDI and PLAnet interface.
• iDR-64 DSP Module: DSP mix engine has 64 processing input channels and 32 configurable mix bus channels plus additional DSP for the optional output and effects processing.
• Mic/Line Input Module: 8 high quality mic preamps on XLR. Remote controlled gain in 1dB steps. 80dB gain range including the 25dB pad. Individually switched +48V phantom power with local or remote phantom status LED. Check LED for active PAFL.
• Mix-Rack Remote Audio (RAB) Module: Required for managing the system clocks, headphones and optional network audio cards. A DARS (digital audio reference signal) output is provided. This module is not interchangeable with the surface RAB module.
• Digital Input Module: 8 channels arranged as 4 stereo digital inputs each with choice of 3 formats: AES3, SPDIF & optical. 32kHz to 96kHz sample rate conversion. Check LED for active PAFL.
*Optional EtherSound A (ESA) card: May be fitted to the Mix-Rack RAB module to provide the EtherSound remote audio to/from the surface and other EtherSound compatible devices.
• Line Output Module: 8 electronically balanced XLR line outputs with Mute status LED, and check LED for active PAFL per channel.
*Optional EtherSound B (ESB) card: May be fitted to the Mix-Rack RAB module to provide the EtherSound system expansion including 64 channel mic split or expanding to 128 inputs. May also be used for multitrack recording.
• Format:
Distributed dual network audio and TCP/IP control
Separate DSP mix rack and control surface
3x surface sizes
Up to 64x input channels
Up to 32x assignable mixes
16 DCA groups
Up to 10x 8 channel IO cards in mix rack (80x in/out)
Up to 4x 8 channel IO cards in surface (32x in/out)
• Surface strips assignable as:
Channels, mix masters, DCA masters, PAFL masters, MIDI controllers
One knob per function channel processing strip
• The iLive Surface - is the primary live sound mixing user interface for the iDR-64 DSP mix engine. It connects to the Mix-Rack using CAT5 cables and is effectively part of the distributed audio and control networks. It is supplied in a three-part, nose-cone, touring grade flightcase on lockable castors. All the control and system information needed by the live engineer is available at the surface. There is a choice of surface size available offering 28, 36, or 44 faders. With 4 layers per bank of faders you get the choice of no fewer than 112, 144 or 176 control strips freely assignable as input channels, mix masters, DCA groups and MIDI controllers. Even the smallest footprint iLive-112 surface has enough capability to handle a fully loaded 64 channel mix.
• Connections: The rear of the iLive surface has a built-in card frame for loading up to 4 IO modules, a combination of up to 32 inputs and outputs, for local audio at the surface. The internal psu module may be supplemented with the rack mount iPS10 supply for redundant backup.
Rear connections - include local monitor XLR outputs, 1/4" and 3.5mm headphones sockets, XLRs for an analog PAFL monitor input and talkback connections when EtherSound is not fitted, front and rear USB ports for memory archiving, and an external VGA screen output. You also get a built-in 3-port Ethernet switch, MIDI and PL-Anet.
• iLive is easy to operate:
Press SEL to select the channel processing. All controls are instantly available.
Press MIX to access the assignments, levels and pan for each group or mix. Press an input channel MIX key to view the sends from that channel on the related master faders, for example to send a vocal to a combination of monitor mixes. Press the master MIX key to view all the sends to that mix, for example when building an in-ear monitor mix.
The iDR10 Mix Rack - is the 19" Mix-Rack housing the iDR-64 DSP mix engine module, the heart of the iLive system, and the CPU and RAB (remote audio) modules that manage the control and audio interfaces. It is the mixer itself, configurable and controllable via Ethernet using an iLive surface or PC. Ten additional slot positions are available to fit the required combination of input and output modules. Universal voltage power supply modules are fitted at the rear, with the second supply acting as a redundant back-up. The iDR-10 is intended for live audio rental, touring and show applications. It is supplied mounted inside a touring grade, shock-mounted flight case with lockable castors and removable front and back covers. The user has a choice of modules available to fit in the 10 available Mix-Rack card slots. The same modules may be loaded into the 4 card slots on the rear of the surface:
8 channel XLR mic/line analog input module
8 channel XLR line output module
8 channel (4 stereo pairs) digital input module - AES3, SPDIF, Optical
8 channel (4 stereo pairs) digital output module - AES3, SPDIF, Optical
Blank module
I /O Modules
• The RAB module - provides the local headphones output and networked audio options. Up to two EtherSound (ES) card options may be fitted. These replace the traditional analog multicore for audio at the surface, communicate the PAFL and talkback signals, provide mic splitting for FOH/monitor systems, and feeds to EtherSound compatible equipment such as audio break in/out boxes, speaker processors and multitrack recorders.
Option 1 - No ES cards. No audio network. PAFL and talkback are connected using XLR cables
Option 2 - 1 ES card (ESA). 64 channel CAT5 link for surface and break in/out audio (digital snake)
Option 3 - 2 ES cards (ESA and ESB). Adds system expansion (64 channel digital mic split or expanding to 128 inputs)
The Mix-Rack is well equipped for the stage environment - with a lamp socket for low lighting conditions, LED status indicators for channel phantom power (local or remote), mute and PAFL active (ideal for helping the stage tech find the right socket!).
Control for the system - is TCP/IP over Ethernet with an integrated 3-port switch for connecting more than one network controller, for example an iLive surface and a laptop running iLive System Manager software. A PL-Anet port at both the Mix-Rack and surface lets you use Allen & Heath PL Series remote controllers to control certain aspects of the system, for example personal monitor mixes and triggering scene changes. For PA companies, AV hire companies and audio system designers needing a high degree of flexibility, iLive provides a compact, modular set of components which can be integrated easily with other control and audio systems. Like its little brother iDR, iLive Mix-Rack will be found in venues from clubs to stadiums, theatres, multipurpose entertainment and conference facilities – in fact, in any type of live music setting.
• Processing: The iDR-64 DSP mix engine provides all the processing power for 64 input channels and 32 mix outputs. Not only does iLive present all the gain, EQ, assignment and level control you would normally find on a well equipped analog console, but it brings on board the many outboard racks you would need if you were to insert full dynamics processing and delay across all 64 channels, patch in dynamics, third octave graphic EQ and delay on each of the 32 mixes, and hook up a rack of effects processors. The space and cost saving together with convenient stock and transport handling benefit is huge. And there are no compromises, no 'small print' - all the processing is available all the time - you can never run out of DSP!
• iLive features an innovative ‘Processing Strip’ - interface that retains the familiarity of the traditional analog console with its one-knob-per-function rotary controls and switches, and a display that gives the operator a quick overview of all settings at a glance. To access the processing for a channel or mix simply press its control strip 'SEL' key. For more detailed and graphical information, the parameter information can be displayed on the Touch-Screen too. Channel processing is also controllable offline and online using ‘iLive System Manager’ software which can be run on your PC or laptop. Control of iLive is transmitted via TCP/IP over Ethernet both the surface and the iDR10 Mix-Rack are equipped with Ethernet hubs making it easy to set up a control network - so for example, a technician could access channel mix processing such as graphic EQ and delay to set up the PA system from a laptop, while the FOH engineer concentrates on other tasks.
• Preamp: The mic/line head amp controls are presented as you would find them on a conventional console. You even get a peak indicator. All the preamp parameters can be remote controlled from the console and stored in the scene memories. If the channel is assigned to a digital input then the gain control provides a +/-24dB trim.
• SEL Key :Press any processing block 'SEL' key to bring up the associated page on the Touch-Screen. Press and hold to PFL the signal at any point in the signal chain, or hold with the COPY, PASTE or RESET keys to edit parameters.
• Inserts: Insert points can be assigned to any input or mix. There is an insert present indicator and IN switch to toggle the inserted processing in or out.
• High Pass filter: Switch the filter in and dial the required frequency from 20 to 400Hz to eliminate unwanted low frequency pops and noise.
• Gates: Every input channel features a noise gate with full parameter control including sidechain. The familiar control layout makes the dynamics very easy to use. The signal level is is played behind the threshold setting to help you quickly find the gating point. You can even listen to the sidechain to check the key filter frequency.
• Parametric Equalizer:
4 band fully parametric EQ with HF and LF bands selectable for shelving or bell response.
The uncluttered display quickly shows you the overall picture, with further detail available from the graph and values displayed on the Touch-Screen.
• Compressors:
A compressor is available on every input channel and mix master, presenting its own set of controls with a similar layout to the gate, complete with sidechain filter and a signal level display behind the threshold setting. The Touch-Screen adds a response graph and useful histogram of the gain reduction.
• Limiter De-esser:
The third dynamic processor adds a limiter to each input channel and mix master. The input limiter can be switched to become a de-esser, giving the operator both a compressor and a de-esser on vocal channels. There are no compromises - every dynamics processor is instantly accessible.
• Scenes, Shows and Libraries:
One of the major advantages of going digital is the ability to save all system parameters and recall them at will. Total recall at the push of a button! iLive can store all, or a selection of, parameters on the console into Scene memories. These memories can then be seamlessly recalled for the next song or band. The scenes are then wrapped up into a Show so at the end of the night settings can be saved ready to be recalled the next night, or archived to a USB key. iLive also provides Libraries containing personalized settings for the processing and FX sections, allowing favorite settings to be called up on any channel strip. The library tools appear in the on-screen processing displays and settings can be accessed from the internal memory or directly from a USB memory.
• The library manager utility - allows settings to be moved between the surface and USB key for backup. Use libraries to save a favored kick drum or bass DI EQ settings and get to the right sound quickly. To complement the memory system, the Copy, Paste and Reset system further aids fast setup of the system for shows. All the stress of show night- long sound checks and complex changes, can be removed as iLive takes care of all the hard work.
• Security and User Permissions:
The console owner, or administrator, has full control over the configuration and saving and recalling of data in the iLive system and may create password protected profiles for up to eight users to restrict their access to important data. The system can be protected from critical configuration, communication and parameter data being overwritten by users.
For example, in a ‘festival’ situation, engineers for each act can be given permissions to store input channel names and colors, and all the associated processing (preamp, gate, EQ, compressor, etc) during each sound-check or offline preparation. At the show, each band’s settings can be recalled using Scene Manager without changing the system fader-strips, bus structure, or graphic EQ settings.
Specifications:
Surface control:
iLive-80 (20 faders, 4 layers = 80 assignable strips)
Multi-color backlight LCD virtual ‘write-on’ strip and mix status
Control strips – fader, pan, MIX, MUTE, PAFL, SEL, LCD, meter
Touchscreen with function keys
User assignable soft keys
Analog style channel strip for instant access
Rotary controls with LED position display
Additional graphic display of parameters on touchscreen
Surface LED/LCD and touchscreen dim controls
Surface lock function
• Analog mic/line inputs (8x per module)
Digitally controlled preamp
ADC 24-bit multi-bit delta sigma
108dB dynamic range
Balanced female XLR, pin 2 hot
Impedance 2k ohm, >10k ohm (pad in)
Gain +10 to +65dB, -15 to +40dB (pad in)
Resolution 1dB steps
Pad 25dB
Maximum input +30dBu (pad in)
Noise EIN (150 ohm) -127dB
Module LEDs 48V, CHK (PAFL)
• Analog line outputs (8x per module):
DAC 24-bit multi-bit delta sigma
114dB dynamic range
Balanced male XLR, pin 2 hot
Impedance < 75 ohm
Nominal output +4dBu
Maximum output +22dBu
Residual output noise -94dBu
Module LEDs MUTE, CHK (PAFL)
• Digital inputs (8x channel = 4x stereo pairs):
Select one of three formats per pair: AES3, SPDIF, Optical
Sample rate conversion selectable on each pair
Module LEDs SEL, CHK (PAFL)
• Digital inputs (8x channel = 4x stereo pairs):
Select one of three formats per pair: AES3, SPDIF, Optical
Sample rate conversion selectable on each pair
Module LEDs SEL, CHK (PAFL)
• Audio metering:
16 LED main channel/mix meters
Extensive metering on processing strip
Peak indication across fader layers
Dedicated PAFL meters
Dedicated touch screen meter mode
• Audio monitoring:
2x headphone amps (mix rack and surface)
2x sockets on surface - standard and 3.5mm mini jack
Surface local stereo monitor balanced XLR line outputs
Surface stereo PAFL balanced XLR audio inputs
Select and listen to any point in the signal path
Input and mix PFL or AFL in-place selection
PFL overrides AFL
Cancel all PAFL function
Auto cancel or additive PAFL mode
AFL trim up to 12dB gain
Dual engineer’s monitor mode (wedge/in-ear systems)
PAFL indication at mix rack (CHK indicators)
Solo-in-Place with SIP safes
• Input channel processing:
Preamp – gain, pad, polarity, 48V
HPF – 12dB/octave swept 20-400Hz
Noise gate – threshold, depth, hold, attack, release, sidechain
PEQ – 4 band fully parametric, shelf selectable on HF and LF
Compressor – threshold, ratio, attack, release, auto, soft knee, gain, sidechain
Limiter/de-esser – threshold, de-ess frequency, sidechain with key filter listen
Delay – up to 170ms
• Mix processing:
PEQ – 4 band fully parametric, shelf selectable on HF and LF
GEQ – 1/3 octave, 25 band, touch screen and fader control
Compressor – threshold, ratio, attack, release, auto, gain, sidechain
Limiter – threshold, sidechain with key filter listen
Delay – up to 340ms
• Memories:
Libraries – Gate, PEQ, GEQ, Comp, Limiter, De-esser, FX
Scenes – selectable parameters, safes, can be named
Shows – Configuration, current settings, all scenes, libraries
USB memory key library and show archive
Additional functions:
User assignable channel LCD names, 5 characters
User assignable channel LCD colors, 6 colors + off
Alt view channel LCD display / encoder function
Freeze in layers strip function
Assignable permissions for up to 8x users
User assignable meter screens
Simultaneous view of all graphic EQ bands on faders
Talkback assignable to any combination of mix buses
Internal signal generator:
Swept frequency sine wave, swept bandpass, white, pink noise
Copy/paste/reset editing of channel and mix parameters
Quick all channel mix assign and pre/post selection
8x assignable soft keys
• Digital outputs (8x channel = 4x stereo pairs)
Three formats simultaneously available: AES3, SPDIF, Optical
DARS (digital audio reference signal) master clock
Module LEDs MUTE, CHK (PAFL)
• Audio networking:
2 x 64 channel bi-directional EtherSound networks
Compatible with standard EtherSound network devices
ESA for surface/breakout audio (replaces multicore)
ESB option for system expansion (FOH/monitor split, sys-link, multitrack)
Maximum CAT5 cable length 100m / 330 feet (depending on cable used)
Can work with third party optical fibre / dual redundant systems
• Control (available on each mix rack and surface):
TCP/IP Ethernet – mix rack, surface, touchscreen
Integrated 3-port Ethernet switch
Maximum CAT5 cable length 100m / 330 feet
Can work with standard Ethernet optical fibre / dual redundant systems
MIDI (mix rack and surface)
PL-Anet for A&H PL-Series controllers (mix rack and surface)
• Digital signal processing module:
48kHz sampling
24-bit, 48-bit data in EQ processing
System latency < 2ms rack in to out, < 2.25ms surface in to out
• General performance:
Frequency response 20-20kHz +0/-0.5dB
THD+N < 0.004% (1kHz, mic +35dB to line out)
Channel separation > 95dB
• Audio routing:
Input virtual patchbay
Output virtual patchbay
EtherSound routing
Insert patchbay
User pre/post send and direct out options
• Power supplies:
2x mix rack psu modules (Second for redundant backup)
1x surface internal psu module
*Optional iPS10 2U rack psu for surface redundant backup
Mix rack power requirement 100-240V.AC, 47-63Hz, 320W max
Surface power requirement 100-240V.AC, 47-63Hz, 320W max
• Dimensions: (Width x Height x Depth):
Mix rack 482mm (19”) x 400mm (15.75”) 9U x 350mm (13.8”)
Mix rack flightcase 643mm (25.3”) x 730mm (28.75”) x 669mm (26.34”)
Surface iLive-80 753mm (29.6”) x 353mm (13.9”) x 707mm (27.7”)
iPS10 psu 482mm (19”) x 88mm (3.46”) 2U x 310mm (12.2”)
Temperature monitoring at surface of all supplies and circuits
• Weights:
Mix rack 26kg (57 lb), 68kg (150 lb) in flightcase
iLive-80 39kg (86 lb) no flightcase
iPS10 psu 6kG (2.7 lb)
• Effects processing rack:
2x internal stereo effects *(6x with processing option)
*Optional Output processing rack provides more effects or output processing
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