ALLEN & HEATH DX168 User Manual

DX168 Getting Started Guide
AP11129 Issue 2
CAT5e
AH9650-A 100m drum of Etherflex cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH7000-A 80m drum of Etherflex cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH9981-A 50m drum of Etherflex cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH9651-A 20m Etherflex cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH9997-A 2m cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
CAT6
AH10887-A 100m drum of CAT6 cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH10886-A 80m drum of CAT6 cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH10885-A 50m drum of CAT6 cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
AH10884-A 20m drum of CAT6 cable with Neutrik EtherCon locking connectors
Contact your local A&H dealer for more information.
Connection
Redundant mode – to compatible hardware only
 Requires dLive firmware V1.5 or higher.
Cascade mode – add second DX168 or DX164-W
 Requires dLive firmware V1.6 or higher.
dLive S Class
Surface / MixRack,
DX Hub (x2), or DX
Link card
DX A
DX B
dLive Surface /
MixRack, DX Hub,
DX Link card, or
SQ
DX A
DX A
DX B

ALLEN & HEATH DX168 Specifications

General

Sample Rate	96 kHz
Bit Depth	24-bit
Inputs	16
Outputs	8
Power Supply	100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Type	Audio Expander
Channels	16 in, 8 out
Compatibility	Allen & Heath dLive, Avantis
AD/DA Conversion	24-bit

Summary

Front Panel Overview

Input Sockets

Balanced XLR mic/line inputs with +48V Phantom Power indicator and preamp control.

Output Sockets

Balanced XLR outputs operating at nominal +4dBu level.

Side Panel Ports and Vents

DX A EtherCon Port

For connection to the mixing system, carrying audio, preamp control, and status data.

DX B EtherCon Port

For daisy chaining or cable redundancy. Supports Redundant or Cascade modes.

Mains Power Input

IEC connector and fuse for universal voltage PSU (100-240V AC). Secure cable with P-clip.

Vents

Ensure good ventilation at sides/back. Avoid obstruction, dirt, or liquid ingress.

Cables

Connection Diagrams

Redundant Mode

Connects to compatible hardware for 2-cable redundancy. Requires dLive firmware V1.5+.

Cascade Mode

Connects a second DX168 or DX164-W. Requires dLive firmware V1.6+.

Specifications

Mic/Line XLR Inputs

Balanced XLR, +48V phantom power, fully recallable preamps with adjustable gain, pad, and impedance.

Analogue XLR Outputs

Balanced, relay-protected outputs operating at +4dBu nominal level.

Operating Conditions

Operating temperature range from 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F).

Power and Dimensions

100-240V AC power, 20W consumption. Dimensions 410x190x185mm, 4.6kg.