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ALLEN & HEATH iLive-T112 User Manual

ALLEN & HEATH iLive-T112
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iLive Reference Guide
Part 2 – Firmware
Firmware Version 1.7
This guide describes the iLive system operating firmware and
how to use its feature set. For information on connecting iLive
hardware please refer to Part 1.
Publication AP6526-2
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ALLEN & HEATH iLive-T112 Specifications

General IconGeneral
TypeDigital Mixer
TouchscreenYes
EQ Bands4-band parametric EQ per channel
TalkbackYes
Fader Channels28
MIDI PortsIn/Out
Channels64
Effects8 internal FX processors
Computer ConnectivityEthernet
I/O Expansion Slots2
Fader Configuration28 Faders
Dynamic ProcessingGate, Compressor, Limiter
A/D Conversion24-bit
Power SupplyInternal

Summary

Welcome

Safety Instructions

Read the Important Safety Instructions printed on the sheet supplied with the equipment.

System Operating Firmware

Describes the iLive system operating firmware and how to use its feature set.

Further Information and Resources

Refer to User Guides, HELP MANUAL, and the Allen & Heath web site for more details.

Introduction to iLive Firmware

iLive Firmware Overview

The operating code that tells the iLive hardware and its controls how to function.

iLive System Architecture

Diagram showing MixRack, Surface, TouchScreen, and external connections.

Modular iLive Controls and Functions

Core Interface Elements

Key interface components: TouchScreen, assignable Soft Keys, and fader control strips.

System Components and Processing

Details system CPUs, processing blocks, and audio network interface modules.

Connectivity and Utilities

Ports and functions for data transfer, external display, power, monitoring, and scene recall.

Fixed Format iLive Controls and Functions

Channel Processing Strip and Controls

Control section with rotary controls, switches, and meters for channel/mix processing.

Surface Interface Elements

Details fader banks, soft keys, touchscreen, and talkback functionality.

Connectivity and Setup Features

Ports for external monitor, data transfer, PAFL, networking, and MIDI control.

The Status Screen

System Status Indicators

Displays system status including firmware, temperature, and network connection health.

Clock and User Information

Displays real-time clock, current logged-in user, and last recalled Show.

Lower Status Bar Details

Provides current mix, scene, monitoring status, USB connection, and error indicators.

Surface basics – The TouchScreen

Title Bar and Page Tabs

Displays screen/channel name and allows navigation between pages.

Status Bar and Data Entry

Shows system status and provides controls for parameter adjustment.

Screen Keys and Work Area

Keys to change screen function and the main display area.

Surface basics – The TouchScreen

TouchScreen Views

Different TouchScreen views for system status, channel processing, meters, and routing.

Surface basics – The TouchScreen

FX and Scene Management

Access FX rack, Scene memories, and channel naming/colouring.

System Configuration and Setup

Configure MixRack, Surface assignments, and system utility functions.

Surface basics - Fader control strip

Metering and Status Indicators

Displays signal levels, DCA/SAFE status, and send modes.

Information Displays and Controls

Shows channel info, name, type, rotary settings, and fader status.

Surface basics - Fader control strip

Rotary Encoder and SEL Key Functions

Controls for parameter adjustment and accessing channel processing.

PAFL and MUTE Key Functions

Functions for monitoring (PAFL) and muting channels, mixes, or DCAs.

Surface basics - Fader control strip

Fader Operation and Layers

Describes fader function, layer management, and layer selection.

Advanced Fader Strip Functions

Functions for peak indication, freezing strips, alt view, and GEQ fader flip.

Surface basics – The SEL key

Processing Block Controls

Physical controls for channel/mix processing, including meters.

Processing Block Functions

Switching processing sections on/off and opening processing screens.

Using a SEL key to access Input Channel Parameters

Parameter Controls and Processing View

Access input channel parameters via analogue controls and TouchScreen views.

Routing View

View assignments and send levels for selected channels on TouchScreen.

Using a SEL key to access Mix Master Parameters

Parameter Controls and Processing View

Access mix master parameters via analogue controls and TouchScreen views.

Routing View

View assignments and send levels for selected mix masters on TouchScreen.

Using a SEL key to access Short FX Return Parameters

Parameter Controls and Processing View

Access FX return PEQ settings and processing parameters.

Routing View

View FX mix assignments and send levels on TouchScreen.

Using a SEL key to access DCA Settings

DCA Assignment View and Mute Groups

Open DCA assignment view and configure DCA groups as mute groups.

Surface basics – The MIX key

Ways to Work with the Mix

Explains how to view and adjust mixes via master, channel, or ROUTING view.

Using the Master MIX key - View all sends feeding one mix.

Master Mix Key Operations

Guides on selecting, assigning, and setting pre/post fade for sends to a master mix.

Using the Channel MIX key - View all sends from one channel.

Channel MIX Key Operations

Guides on viewing and adjusting sends from a specific input channel.

Channel and Mix processing

Preamp Controls and Input Patching

Controls for channel preamp gain, HPF, and selecting input sources.

Name and Colour Assignment

Assign 5-character names and colours to channels and masters.

Channel and Mix processing

Preamp Control Details

Detailed controls for preamp gain, trim, polarity, and digital inputs.

Preamp Options and Scene Safe

Gain sharing options and protecting preamps from Scene recalls.

Channel and Mix processing

External Input for Mix Masters

Patching sources as mix master external inputs and selecting sources.

Mix Master Name and Colour

Setting names and colours for mix masters.

Channel and Mix processing

Gate Processing

Noise gate with side chain filter and dynamics control.

Insert Functionality

Assign physical sockets as insert send/return for outboard processing.

Channel and Mix processing

Parametric EQ (PEQ)

4-band fully parametric equaliser with frequency and width controls.

High Pass Filter (HPF) and EQ Curve

HPF control and graphical EQ curve for parameter adjustment.

Filter Types

Selecting filter types for LF and HF bands (shelving, bell).

Channel and Mix processing

Graphic EQ (GEQ)

Third octave graphic equaliser for each mix output.

COMPRESSOR (Channel and Mix)

Compressor Controls and Features

Controls for threshold, ratio, make-up gain, attack, release, and soft knee.

LIMITER / DE-ESSER

Limiter and De-Esser Modes

Processor for limiting signal or de-essing vocals.

DELAY (Channel and Mix)

Access delay settings for inputs and mixes for adjustment.

Introducing the FX

FX Rack and Slot Configuration

Virtual rack with 8 slots for loading effects processors.

FX Patching Methods

Methods to patch FX into channels or as system effects.

Back Panel view - Configure the FX routing

FX Configuration Options

Options to configure FX routing: Not Assigned, Insert, Mix>Return, Patch from/to.

Front Panel view – Work with the FX parameters

Accessing FX Parameters and Sends

Access FX parameters and send mixes from strips or TouchScreen.

FX Send/Return Screen Details

Displays send/return master settings, PEQ, and dynamic FX shaping.

Choose the FX – The FX preset library

Library Management Functions

Manage FX presets: open library, recall, store new, and exit.

Reverbs - SMR

Delays

Modulation FX - ADT

Modulation FX - Chorus

Modulation FX - Flange

Modulation FX - MOO Phaser

Phaser Parameter Controls

Detailed controls for MOO Phaser effect parameters.

Hypabass

Hypabass Modes and Controls

Hypabass modes and controls for sub-harmonic synthesis.

Gated Verb

Gated Verb Features and Settings

Features and settings for Gated Verb effect, including nonlinear modes and filters.

Patching the Outputs

MixRack Output Patching

Assign outputs available at the MixRack to physical or network sockets.

Surface and Network Output Patching

Assign Surface and network outputs to sockets via Port A and Port B.

Patching the Outputs

Available Output Sources

List of sources that can be assigned to outputs: Group, Aux, Main, Matrix, Direct Output, etc.

Using DCA (and MUTE) groups

DCA Group Assignment and Operation

Assign channels to DCA groups and use fader/keys for control.

Creating Mute Groups with DCA

Configure DCA groups as Mute groups by setting fader to unity '0' position.

Channel Ganging

Creating a Channel Gang

Procedure to enter Ganging Setup mode and link parameters for channels.

Using the COPY / PASTE /RESET edit keys

COPY, PASTE, and RESET Key Functions

Protected keys requiring hold-down and SEL/MIX press for copying, pasting, and resetting.

Using the COPY / PASTE /RESET edit keys

COPY Operation Details

Hold COPY and press SEL/MIX to copy parameters to a clipboard.

PASTE Operation Details

Hold PASTE and press SEL/MIX to paste clipboard contents.

RESET Operation Details

Hold RESET and press SEL/MIX to reset parameters to factory default.

The METERS screen

Metering Views and Customization

View standard or user-defined meter pages and customize display.

RTA Display Functionality

Real-Time Analyser displays frequency analysis of monitored signals.

PAFL monitor system

PAFL Key and Strip Controls

PAFL keys check signal associated with strip; SEL keys listen to signal at processing block.

Surface Controls and Connections

PAFL keys, Solo-in-Place, and PAFL master controls; input PAFL overrides mix PAFL.

PAFL monitor system

PFL/AFL Mode and Metering

Select PFL/AFL modes, view PAFL levels, and check active indicators.

Monitoring Level Controls and Connections

Controls for clearing PAFL, headphone/monitor levels, and connection details.

Solo-in-Place (SIP) Functionality

Listen to single channels by muting all others; SIP is destructive.

PAFL monitor system

PAFL IN Sockets and MixRack Connections

Rear panel inputs for external PAFL signals and MixRack headphone/socket details.

TouchScreen PAFL functions

PAFL Setup Options

Configure PAFL settings: talkback source, additive mode, IEM headphone follow.

PAFL Key Behavior Modes

Modes that link PAFL key presses with MIX or SEL keys.

PFL Trim and Main to PAFL Levels

Adjust PFL trim balance and set main mix level for PAFL monitor.

Engineer’s Wedge / IEM monitoring

Assigning Monitor Masters

Assign fader strips as mono/stereo Wedge and IEM masters for monitor mixing.

Patching and Assigning Mixes

Patch monitor outputs to sockets and assign mixes to Wedge/IEM masters.

Other Monitor Application Features

List of other monitor features like Auto input PAFL, Dual press PAFL CLEAR ALL.

Talkback system

Talkback Input and Controls

Talkback microphone input, level control, output socket, and talk key operation.

Assigning Talkback Destinations

Assign talkback destinations using MIX keys or the TouchScreen assignment page.

Talkback setup and preferences

TALK Key Action and Talkback Source

Configure TALK key operation and select the talkback system source.

FOH and Monitor System Communication

Arrange communication between FOH and stage positions using talkback.

SoftKeys

SoftKey Assignment and Mute Group Usage

Assign functions to SoftKeys and configure DCA groups as mute groups.

PL-Anet remote control

PL-Anet Device Control

Details on PL-6 and PL-10 remote controllers and their capabilities.

MIDI

MIXRACK setup

MixRack Configuration Overview

Displays current configuration and provides access to setup menus.

MIXRACK setup

MixRack Configuration Views

Views for input channels, mix buses, and FX buses within MixRack setup.

MixRack Configuration Options

Configure audio bus, talkback, signal generator, PL devices, and channel ganging.

Mixer Config page

Input Channel Configuration

Configure mono/stereo for input channels and use Ganging for stereo sources.

Mix Bus Architecture

Configure mix bus architecture, types, and output configurations.

Processing for Monitor Outputs

Allocate output processing (EQ, dynamics) to engineer's monitor outputs.

The Main Mix

Main Mix Configurations and Types

Details mono to 4way main mixes and available configuration types.

Configuration Management

Manage configuration: accept changes, assign strips, and store as Show memory.

Mixer Preferences page

Global Output and Preamp Settings

Set global direct output sources, preamp options, and PEQ frequency ranges.

Audio Sync page

Audio Clock Source Selection

Choose the system digital clock sync source.

Port A/B Setup

Quick Input Source Setup page

Input Source Configuration

Configure input sources for channels and ranges.

Signal Generator page

Signal Generator Settings and Routing

Configure signal type, level, mute, and routing for the generator.

SURFACE setup

Assigning Surface Strips

Assign channels/masters to Surface strips and layers.

Surface Setup Utilities

Select channel types and reset strip assignments.

Assigning the Surface Strips

Single Strip Assignment

Assign a single strip by selecting channel type and number.

Block of Strips Assignment

Assign a range of strips by selecting start and end channel numbers.

Strip Type Definitions and Reset

Lists available strip types and provides a reset function.

Assigning the Soft Keys

SoftKey Assignment and Usage

Assign functions to SoftKeys via SURFACE/SoftKey Setup page.

Assigning PL Devices

PL Device Assignment Process

Assign PL remote control devices via SURFACE/PL-Anet Setup or MIXRACK SETUP/PL-Anet.

The Surface ALT VIEW key

ALT VIEW Key Functionality

Select ALT VIEW functions via SURFACE SETUP/Alt View/Rotary Setup.

Strip LCD and Rotary Function Displays

Displays alternative info on strip LCDs and defines rotary functions.

The Surface ALT VIEW key

Strip Rotary Function Definitions

Define functions for Main, Shift, and Alt View rotary controls.

Setting the Surface Preferences

Surface Preference Options

Configure Surface behavior: fader banks, display, contrast, talk switch, scene keys, RTA, temperature.

Name and Colour

Channel Naming and Colouring Methods

Assign names and colours to channels via processing view or dedicated screen.

Quick Menu for Naming

Facility to create and store up to 48 most used names for quick application.

User Profiles

User Profile Setup and Management

Manage user profiles, permissions, passwords, and login procedures.

Library memories

Library Management and Usage

Manage libraries: select, store, recall, archive, and transfer presets.

Scene memories

Scene Memory Management

Manage Scene memories: setup preferences, name, store, recall, edit, and update.

Scene Copying and Reordering

Copy, paste, delete, and reorder Scenes for efficient management.

Using the Edit SCENE CONTENTS page

Modifying Scene Contents

Add, update, and remove parameters from Scene memories.

Scene Recall Safes

Protect channels/masters from being overwritten by Scene recalls.

Scene parameters

Scene Parameter Categories

Lists all settable parameters for Scene memories across the system.

USB Scene Transfer

Scene Transfer Operations

Transfer Scenes and Shows between USB key and iLive system.

Show memories

Show Memory Types and Usage

Factory default Template Shows and user-customised Shows for recall/transfer.

Firmware Version Compatibility

User Shows require same or newer firmware than creation version.

Settings Stored in Show Memories

Details which system settings are stored within Show memories.

Show memories

Archiving and Recalling Shows

Archive configuration as Show, recall Template/User/USB Shows via Show Manager.

User Show List and Notes

List of stored User Shows and important notes on Show recall.

Using TEMPLATE Shows

Template Show Categories and Usage

Categories of Template Shows: FOH, MON, and MicSplit for different applications.

Loading and Recalling Template Shows

Load Template Shows and recall Scenes for system setup and patching.

Customising and Saving Settings

Make configuration changes and save them as a User Show.

Fixed Format iLive - Factory Default Show

Default Show Configuration Details

Details of the FOH-LRSub default Show: bus config, audio, strip layout, MixRack.

Working with USB data

USB Data Transfer Operations

Manage USB data: directory structure, archiving, and key handling.

Show Transfer Management

Transfer Scenes and Shows between USB key and iLive system.

The UTILITY screen

UTILITY Screen Navigation and Pages

Navigate UTILITY screen pages and access functions like locking, user change, help, and power down.

The UTILITY screen

UTILITY Configuration Functions

Access configuration, diagnostics, firmware update, and network settings.

Firmware page

Firmware Versions Check

Display current firmware versions for TouchScreen, Surface, and MixRack.

Update Firmware

System Firmware Update Process

Steps to update system firmware using a USB key.

Method 1 Update firmware using the Surface USB port:

Firmware Update Steps

Detailed steps for downloading, extracting, copying, saving, and performing firmware update.

Method 2 Update firmware using a PC running Editor software

Firmware Update via Editor Software

Steps to update firmware using Editor software via PC connection.

Network page

Network Connections and Setup

View and manage network connections and setup for system devices.

Network page

Unit Name Configuration and Network Reset

Set unit names and reset network settings to factory defaults.

Multicast Setup

Multicast Configuration and Enabling

Configure multicast for network performance and enable it via setup screen.

Connecting a laptop running iLive Editor

Wired and Wireless Editor Connection

Connect laptop via CAT5 cable or wirelessly to control iLive with Editor.

Network and Security Settings for Editor

Configure network settings and security for optimal Editor connection.

Connecting an iPhone running iLive Tweak

iLive Tweak Application Features and Requirements

App features, network config, router settings, DHCP, security, SSID, and Wi-Fi optimization.

Connecting an iPhone running iLive Tweak

iLive Tweak Installation

Download and install iLive Tweak app, then configure iPhone Wi-Fi.

Connecting an iPhone running iLive Tweak

Connecting and Logging into iLive Tweak

Connect Tweak to iLive, select user, login, and select channels for adjustment.

Connecting an iPhone running iLive Tweak

Using iLive Tweak and Troubleshooting

Control channels with Tweak, use demo mode, and troubleshoot connection issues.

Dual MixRack configuration – Fixed format using ACE

Dual MixRack Setup Steps

Steps for network settings, connecting system, and setting up Dual-Rack configuration.

Troubleshooting

Red Cross and Yellow Triangle Errors

Identify system errors via red cross on Status page or yellow triangle in toolbar.

Specific Error Indicators

Meaning of error indicators: Firmware, Surface Lock, MixRack Lock, and Temperature errors.

Troubleshooting

Connection Failure Troubleshooting

Troubleshoot connection failures: check cables, ACE, network addresses.

Dual-Rack and Network Reset Issues

Troubleshoot Dual-Rack IP conflicts and reset network settings.

Troubleshooting

Connection Loss and Device Issues

Troubleshoot lost connection, laptop, and iPhone connection problems.

Firmware and User Show Loading Errors

Address firmware incompatibility and issues loading User Shows.

iLive MIDI Specification

MIDI Link Function and Supported Messages

MIDI tunneling, and messages supported by firmware versions.

iLive MIDI Specification

MIDI Control Parameters

MIDI parameters for channel control, mute, and fader levels.

iLive MIDI Specification

Channel Assignment and DCA MIDI Control

MIDI messages for assigning channels to Main Mix and DCA groups.

Preamp Gain MIDI Control

MIDI messages for controlling channel and socket preamp gain.

iLive MIDI Specification

Socket Preamp MIDI Control

MIDI messages for controlling socket preamp pad and 48V phantom power.

Channel Name and Colour MIDI Control

MIDI messages for getting or setting channel name and colour.

Scene Recall

Scene Recall MIDI Messages

MIDI messages for recalling Scenes via Bank and Program Change.

Specification

System Specifications

Technical details: format, DSP, latency, I/O, connections, architecture.

Control and Software Specifications

Surface controls, functions, remote control, and iLive Editor software details.

Memory and Physical Specifications

Details on memory types, user profiles, and physical dimensions/weights.

SYSTEM BLOCK DIAGRAM

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