ALLEN HEATH M-SQ-MADI-A Expansion Card Instruction Manual
- June 14, 2024
- ALLEN HEATH
Table of Contents
ALLEN HEATH M-SQ-MADI-A Expansion Card
Product Information
Specifications
- Product Name: SQ MADI Option Card
- Model: M-SQ-MADI-A
- Compatibility: Allen & Heath SQ mixer
- Audio Networking: 64x64ch of 48/96kHz AES MADI (AES10) over coaxial BNC
Product Usage Instructions
Fitting the Card:
- Switch the system off.
- Use a Torx T8 driver to remove the 2 screws securing the I/O Port blank panel to the SQ mixer.
- Slide the card into the slot and press it firmly into the mating connector.
- Refit the 2 screws to secure the card.
Front Panel
The front panel of the SQ MADI Option Card includes the following:
- Link 1 BNC connectors for 75ohm coaxial cables up to 150m.
It provides access to:
- Input 1-64, output 1-64 @48kHz
- Input 1-32, output 1-32 @96kHz
Link 2: Can be configured as a Link 1 redundant connection or as a second MADI port.
With Redundancy off, it gives access to:
- Output 1-64 @48kHz.
- Input 33-64 and output 33-64 @96kHz.
Lnk/Err: Flashes yellow to indicate network activity. Illuminates red when a connection or data error is detected.
Word clock: Configurable as Word clock input or output. The LED indicates the current mode.
Card Setup and Patching Signals:
Synchronizing the SQ to a MADI clock source is a two-step process:
- Select the clock source for the mixer in the Setup / Audio / Audio Sync screen. Typically, this is set to internal, but select I/O Port to sync to the fitted option card.
- Select the clock source for the MADI card in the Setup / Audio / I/O Port screen. Either the word clock input or a link input can be chosen.
Use the Setup / Audio / I/O Port screen to set the sample rate, sync source, and redundancy mode for the MADI card. Use the SQ I/O screen to patch signals to or from the I/O Port.
For more information on SQ setup and functions, please refer to the latest SQ Firmware Reference Guide available for download from www.allen- heath.com.
FAQ
Q: What firmware version is required for SQ MADI?
A: SQ MADI requires SQ Firmware V1.5.2 or later.
Q: What connectors should be used with the BNC sockets?
A: To avoid damage to the BNC sockets, make sure the cables are terminated with standard BNC connectors (IEC 60169-8).
Q: Where can I find the warranty conditions for this product?
A: The conditions of the limited one-year manufacturer’s warranty can be found at: www.allen-heath.com/legal.
Q: Does this product comply with any directives?
A: Yes, this product complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directive 2014/30/EU and the European Low Voltage directive 2014/35/EU.
M-SQ-MADI-A is one of several audio networking options that can be fitted to an Allen & Heath SQ mixer. It provides 64x64ch of 48/96kHz AES MADI (AES10) over coaxial BNC.
- SQ MADI requires SQ Firmware V1.5.2 or later.
- To avoid damage to the BNC sockets, plug and unplug any cable with care and make sure the cables are terminated with standard BNC connectors (IEC 60169-8).
Fitting the card
- Switch the system off.
- Use a Torx T8 driver to remove the 2 screws securing the I/O Port blank panel to the SQ mixer.
- Slide the card into the slot and press it firmly into the mating connector.
- Refit the 2 screws to secure the card.
Front panel
Card setup and patching signals
Synchronising the SQ to a MADI clock source is a two-step process:
- Select the clock source for the mixer in the Setup / Audio / Audio Sync screen. Typically, this is set to internal, but select I/O Port to sync to the fitted option card.
- Select the clock source for the MADI card in the Setup / Audio / I/O Port screen. Either the wordclock input or a link input can be chosen.
Use the Setup / Audio / I/O Port screen to set the sample rate, sync source
and redundancy mode for the MADI card.
Use the SQ I/O screen to patch signals to or from the I/O Port.
For more information on SQ setup and functions please refer to the latest SQ Firmware Reference Guide available for download from www.allen- heath.com.
A limited one year manufacturer’s warranty applies to this product, the conditions of which can be found at: www.allen-heath.com/legal.
This product complies with the European Electromagnetic Compatibility directive 2014/30/EU and the European Low Voltage directive 2014/35/EU.
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