M-DL-WAVES3 is one of several audio networking options that can be fitted to an Allen & Heath Avantis or dLive I/O Port. It provides a 128x128ch 48/96kHz interface to the Waves SoundGrid networking and processing platform.

Fitting the card

1. Switch the system off.
2. Remove the 4 screws securing the I/O Port blank panel on the dLive MixRack / Surface or Avantis mixer.
3. Slide the card into the slot and press it firmly into the mating connector.
4. Secure the card by tightening the 4 captivated thumb screws.

Software and firmware

Go to the Waves website to learn more about Waves for the Allen & Heath platform:

http://www.waves.com/live-sound/allen-heath

Download further documentation, follow the instructions, set up the hardware and install the card driver and software:

http://www.waves.com/downloads/allen-heath

Download and install the latest version of Avantis or dLive firmware:

http://www.allen-heath.com

Front panel

1. SoundGrid ports
   A built-in Gigabit switch with 3 locking EtherCon ports for connecting up to three devices directly
2. Link Status
   Flashes to indicate network activity

Setting clock and patching signals

Use the dLive or Avantis I/O screen to patch signals from or to the I/O Ports.

Use the Audio Sync screen to select the clock source. Set this to Internal on the clock-leader system, or to the relevant I/O Port on all other networked (clock-follower) systems

ⓘ For more information on dLive or Avantis setup and functions please refer to the Firmware Reference Guides available for download at www.allen-heath.com.