Aviom 6416dio - Manual (Page 88)

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Building a Pro64 Network
Configuring a Pro64 network with the 6416dio involves connecting input and
output modules with Cat‑5e cables, setting A‑Net Slot ranges, and activating
input channels.
Choosing a Network Mode
When designing a network, deciding which network mode to use—Auto
or Manual—can be made simpler by assessing the total audio channel
requirements for an application at a given sample rate first.
If you want to build a 48kHz network, for example, that requires no more than
64 total audio channels, choose Auto Mode; this is the easiest to implement.
The network takes care of most of the management tasks automatically.
If the network is larger than 64 channels at 48kHz—for example, a 56x16
digital snake for a live stage to front‑of‑house application—choose Manual
Mode. Pro64’s Manual Mode offers the most flexibility but requires more
care when connecting modules together and configuring input routing.
Connecting Pro64 Modules
Start by setting one (and only one) device to be the network Control Master.
Because there are some operations that can only be executed at the Control
Master, be sure that the module designated as the Control Master is accessible.
Once all modules in the network are enumerated (indicated by illuminated
A‑Net LEDs), choose a network mode (Auto/Manual), set A‑Net Slot ranges
on each module, and activate audio channels and VDCs as needed.
When adding input modules to an existing audio network running in Manual
Mode, it is best to add modules that are not pre‑configured with active
channels and/or VDC Slots in use to avoid unwanted overwriting of A‑Net
Slots. Pro64 output modules’ audio settings do not cause conflicts with the
configuration of audio input resources but its VDC settings can impact the
network.
Basic Routing
To use the AES3 digital audio inputs connected to the 6416dio, the module
must be connected to another Pro64 device somewhere in the network that
can output its digital data. This Pro64 device can be a standalone analog or
digital module or a console interface card such as the 6416Y2 card for use in
Yamaha digital products supporting the MY card format.