Avid Technology Pro Tools MTRX User manual

PRO TOOLS | MTRX Installation Guide

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Safety Instructions
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Warning
Important Safety Instructions
1Read these instructions.
2Keep these instructions.
3Heed all warnings.
4Follow all instructions.
5Do not use this equipment near water.
6Clean only with dry cloth.
7Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.
8Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other equipment (includ-
ing amplifiers) that produce heat.
9Protect power cords from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles,
and the point where they exit from the equipment.
10 Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
11 For products that are not rack-mountable: Use only with a cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified
by the manufacturer, or sold with the equipment. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/equipment combination to avoid injury from tip-over.

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12 Unplug this equipment during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
13 Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the equipment has been
damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the equipment, the equipment has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
14 For products that are a Mains powered device:
The equipment shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and no objects filled with liquids (such as
vases) shall be placed on the equipment.
Warning! To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this equipment to rain or moisture.
Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades
with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide
blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, con-
sult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.
15 For products containing a lithium battery:
CAUTION! Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equiva-
lent type.
16 For products with a power switch: It should remain accessible after installation.
17 The equipment shall be used at a maximum ambient temperature of 40° C.
18 This unit is provided with a power supply cord set suitable for 120V AC input only (for U.S.A. and Can-
ada). For other than U.S.A. and Canada, a qualified person must provide for use with this unit, an ap-
propriate, approved power supply cord set which is in compliance with the end use country
requirements and has a minimum cross-sectional area of 1.0mm2.
19 For products with more than one power cord:
CAUTION: This unit has more than one power supply cord. Disconnect two power supply cords before
servicing to avoid electrical shock.
ATTENTION: Cet appareil comporte plus d’un cordon d’alimentation. Afin de prévenir les chocs élec-
triques, débrancher les deux cordons d’alimentation avant de faire le dépannage.
20 For products with an operator-accessible fuse:
CAUTION: For continued protection against risk of fire, replace only with same type and rating of fuse.
ATTENTION: Pour ne pas compromettre la protection contre les risques d’incendie, remplacer par un fus-
ible de même type et de même caractéristiques nominales.

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Rack-Mount Safety Instructions
1Elevated Operating Ambient—If installed in a closed or multi-unit rack assembly, the operating ambient
temperature of the rack environment might be greater than room ambient. Therefore, consider installing
the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma) specified
by the manufacturer.
2Reduced Air Flow—Installation of the equipment in a rack should be such that the amount of air flow
required for safe operation of the equipment is not compromised. Make allowances for cooling air to be
available to the front panel surface and no restrictions at the rear.
3Mechanical Loading—Mounting of the equipment in the rack should be such that a hazardous condition
is not achieved due to uneven mechanical loading.
4Circuit Overloading—Consideration should be given to the connection of the equipment to the supply
circuit and the effect that overloading of the circuits might have on over-current protection and supply
wiring. Appropriate consideration of equipment nameplate ratings should be used when addressing this
concern.
5Reliable Earthing—Reliable Earthing of rack-mounted equipment should be maintained. Particular at-
tention should be given to supply connections other than direct connections to the branch circuit (for ex-
ample, use of power strips).
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Avid hardware might contain LED or Laser devices for communication use. These devices are compliant
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harm.
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Proposition 65 Warning
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the State of California to cause cancer and birth
defects or other reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling.
Perchlorate Notice
This product may contain a lithium coin battery. The State of California requires the following disclosure
statement: “Perchlorate Material—special handling may apply, see www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardous waste/
perchlorate.”
Recycling Notice

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EMC (Electromagnetic Compliance)
Avid declares that this product complies with the following standards:
• FCC Part 15 Class A
• EN 55032:2012, Class A
• EN 61000-3-2:2014, AC Mains Harmonic Current
• EN 61000-3-3:2013, AC Mains Voltage Variations and Flicker
• EN 55103-1:2009, Emissions Environment E4
• EN 55103-2:2009, Immunity Environment E1–E4
FCC Compliance for United States
Safety Compliance
This equipment has been tested to comply with EN 60950-1:2006 + A11:2009 + A1:2010 + A12:2011
+A2:2013
Power Safety Input Rating
Pro Tools | MTRX: 100–240VAC, 50/60Hz, 90VA Max.
Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital
device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-
ment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful in-
terference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.
Cables: Connections to Avid hardware must be made with shielded cables with metallic
RFI/EMI connector hoods in order to maintain compliance with FCC Rules and Regulations.
Any modifications to the unit, unless expressly approved by Avid, could void the user's authority
to operate the equipment.

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Avid is authorized to apply the CE (Conformite Europenne) mark on this compliant equipment thereby de-
claring conformity to EMC Directive 2014/30/EU, Low Voltage Directive 2014/35/EU and RoHS Recast
Directive 2011/65/EU.

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Contents ix
Chapter 1. Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Pro Tools | MTRX AD/DA Converter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
System Requirements and Compatibility Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Conventions Used in Pro Tools Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2
Chapter 2. Before You Start . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Mechanical Installation and Low Fan Noise . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Pro Tools | MTRX Chassis and Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3
Network Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4
Chapter 3. Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to an HDX or HD Native System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to the Network . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HDX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HD Native . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Synchronization . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Chapter 4. Installing and Configuring DADman Software . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Register Pro Tools | MTRX and Activate your Avid Master Account . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Installing DADman Software. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Assigning the IP Address for your Computer and Pro Tools | MTRX . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Updating Pro Tools | MTRX Firmware. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Chapter 5. Pro Tools | MTRX Front and Back Panels . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Pro Tools | MTRX Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13
Pro Tools | MTRX Back Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
Example System Configurations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23
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Appendix A. Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Audio Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Electrical Specifications. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27
Mechanical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Environmental Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
Appendix B. Installing MTRX Expansion Cards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Overview of Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Preparing for the Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Opening the MTRX Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Installing an Expansion Card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Installing a MTRX 64 Channel IP Audio Dante Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34
Installing a MTRX MADI Module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 35
Completing the Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40
Appendix C. Warranty Claims Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41

Chapter 1: Introduction 1
Chapter 1: Introduction
Pro Tools | MTRX AD/DA Converter
Welcome to Pro Tools | MTRX™for Pro Tools | Ultimate™software running with Pro Tools | HDX™
or Pro Tools | HD™Native hardware. MTRX is a versatile, expandable, multi-channel audio converter
and microphone preamplifier for independent simultaneous analog-to-digital (A/D) and digital-to-analog
(D/A) conversion as well as digital-to-digital (D/D) format conversion and signal routing.
In its factory configuration, MTRX provides built-in AES/EBU inputs and outputs (for up to 16 channels
of I/O), two DigiLink™Mini ports for up to 64 input and output channels with Pro Tools | HDX or
HD Native hardware, and coaxial MADI input and output connections for up to 64 channels of MADI I/O.
MTRX provides eight expansion card slots for analog and digital I/O, and for SPQ processing. MTRX can
be fitted with up to six analog I/O expansion cards, providing up to 48 channels of analog I/O. MTRX can
host up to eight digital I/O expansion cards supporting different digital formats, such as MADI, Dante®,
AES/EBU, DigiLink, and SDI. MTRX also provides a mini-module slot for an optional MTRX Dual
MADI I/O module. Additionally, an optional MTRX 64-Channel IP Audio Dante module can be installed
on the MTRX motherboard. You can install one or more optional DigiLink expansion cards for up to 576
channels of DigiLink I/O with a single MTRX (each DigiLink card provides up to 64 channels of
DigiLink I/O in addition to the built in DigiLink ports).
This installation guide provides basic information about the installation and use of the MTRX. For
detailed information about operating MTRX please refer to the Pro Tools | MTRX Operation Guide
available for download from your Avid Master Account.

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System Requirements and Compatibility Information
Pro Tools | MTRX is supported by a compatible version of Pro Tools | Ultimate software with
Pro Tools | HDX or HD Native hardware.
Avid recommends using a grounded, switchable power supply with MTRX (such as a power strip or UPS)
for powering the unit on and off.
For the latest Pro Tools | MTRX system requirements and resources, visit
www.avid.com/products/pro-tools-mtrx.
For complete system requirements and a list of qualified computers, operating systems, storage
solutions, peripherals, control surfaces, and third-party devices, visit www.avid.com/compatibility.
Avid can only assure compatibility and provide support for hardware and software it has tested and
approved.
Conventions Used in Pro Tools Documentation
Pro Tools documentation uses the following conventions to indicate menu choices, keyboard commands,
and mouse commands:
:
The names of Commands, Options, and Settings that appear on-screen are in a different font.
The following symbols are used to highlight important information:
Convention Action
File > Save Choose Save from the File menu
Control+N Hold down the Control key and press the N key
Control-click Hold down the Control key and click the mouse button
Right-click Click with the right mouse button
User Tips are helpful hints for getting the most from your Pro Tools system.
Important Notices include information that could affect your Pro Tools session data or the perfor-
mance of your Pro Tools system.
Shortcuts show you useful keyboard or mouse shortcuts.
Cross References point to related sections in this guide and other Avid documentation.

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Chapter 2: Before You Start
Place your MTRX on a hard and dry surface or mount it into a 19-inch rack, and leave plenty of room for
ventilation.
In order to meet EMC requirements and in order to obtain the highest performance of MTRX, use high-
quality, properly shielded cables for all external connections when installing MTRX. For the power con-
nection, a normal unshielded power cable with a proper protective earth conductor can be used.
Mechanical Installation and Low Fan Noise
MTRX is fitted with two ultra-quiet fans to ensure optimum operating temperature. The fans are tempera-
ture-controlled, so the rotation speed, and thereby noise, is dependent on the temperature inside the MTRX.
The fans should be hardly audible during normal operation, assuming MTRX is correctly installed.
The optimal air flow is from the front holes in the bottom of the unit to the rear holes in the rear and top
plate. When the unit is installed, considerations have to be made to ensure proper air circulation from the
bottom to the rear. It is recommended that you leave one rack unit of space free under unit, and do not block
the back and top panel vent holes. The speed of the two low-noise fans will increase automatically to keep
the internal temperature low if there is insufficient airflow. A temperature alarm appears in the front panel
display if the internal temperature exceeds 60º C / 140º F.
Pro Tools | MTRX Chassis and Expansion Cards
Pro Tools | MTRX is a modular unit with standard digital I/O and processing built-in. It also provides eight
expansion card slots for optional analog and digital I/O, and processing cards. All eight slots can be used
with almost any combination of expansion cards. Up to six Analog I/O cards can be installed simultane-
ously—for example, three 8-channel AD cards and three 8-channel DA cards can be installed for a total of
48 analog audio channels (24-channels in and 24-channels out). Up to eight Digital I/O cards can be simul-
taneously, using all slots. You can also install one or more SPQ processing cards in any available slot.
Ensure that your sound system is turned down to a safe volume level.
Refer to the mechanical specifications section for more details regarding installation.
For information on installing optional expansion cards, refer to Appendix B, “Installing MTRX
Expansion Cards.”

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MTRX has a dedicated slot for an optional Dual MADI I/O mini-module (MADI). The MTRX Dual MADI
I/O module uses “Small form-factor pluggable” (SFP) transceiver modules, which provide 2 x 64 MADI
channels (optical or coaxial).
The MTRX 64-Channel IP Audio Dante Brooklyn II module can be installed on the motherboard inter-
nally, leaving the expansion card slots free for additional IP Audio with the MTRX Dante 128 card, or for
other I/O and processing configurations.
Network Configuration
Pro Tools | MTRX has two network ports on the back designated Net 1 and Net 2. The primary function of
these network ports is to provide a connection between DADman software on a computer and MTRX so
it can be configured and controlled. The two network ports normally operate as a small network switch so
it is critical to only use one of the two network ports. New 1 is recommend. The default network setting for
the network port is DHCP, so MTRX will receive an IP address from a DHCP server (if one is present on
the network). If required, it is possible to change the IP address of the MTRX to a fixed IP address from the
DADman control software.
The network ports are also used for control and IP audio streaming with the optional 64-channel Dante
module when it is installed. The Dante module has its own IP address, which is set to DHCP-assigned by
default. This can be changed to a fixed IP address using either the DADman software or Dante Controller.
As mentioned earlier, the two network ports operate as a small network switch. However, when MTRX is
configured with the 64-channel Dante module it is possible to set the Dante interface to Redundant mode.
In this configuration, use Net 1 for DADman control of MTRX and the primary Dante connection, and use
Net 2 for the redundant/secondary Dante connection.
The factory default setting of the IP address of the controller port of the MTRX is 10.0.7.20. The IP address
can be changed manually using DADman or it can be set to be automatically assigned by a DHCP
server/router in the network. If needed, MTRX can be set in recovery mode with the fixed factory defined
IP address (10.0.7.20) and IP discovery using DHCP.
For information on installing the optional MTRX MADI module, see “Installing a MTRX MADI
Module” on page 35.
For information on installing the optional MTRX Dante module, see “Installing a MTRX 64 Channel
IP Audio Dante Module” on page 34.
For a more detailed description of MTRX network functionality, configuration, and behavior, refer to
the Pro Tools | MTRX Operation Guide available for download from your Avid Master Account.

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Chapter 3: Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to
an HDX or HD Native System
Pro Tools | MTRX can be configured for a wide variety of audio production workflows with either
Pro Tools | HDX or HD Native hardware.
HDX With HDX hardware, MTRX is connected to an HDX card using one or two DigiLink Mini cables
(not included). You can connect additional HD audio interfaces to your system using the second DigiLink
Mini port on the back of MTRX, the second DigiLink Mini Port on the HDX card, or by using additional
HDX cards. See “Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HDX” on page 6.
HD Native With HD Native hardware, MTRX is connected to the HD Native card using one or two
DigiLink Mini cables (not included). You can connect additional HD audio interfaces to your system using
the second DigiLink Mini port on the back of MTRX or the second DigiLink Mini Port on the HD Native
card or HD Native Thunderbolt device. See “Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HD Native” on
page 8.
For more information about installing HDX cards, see the Pro Tools | HDX Card Installation Guide.
For more information about installing the HD Native card, see the Pro Tools | HD Native Installation
Guide.
For more information about installing HD Native Thunderbolt, see the Pro Tools | HD Native Thunder-
bolt Installation Guide.

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Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to the Network
Connect Pro Tools | MTRX to your network using either CAT5e or CAT6 cables connected to one or both
of the Ethernet ports on the back panel (see “Network Configuration” on page 4).
Depending on whether or not you have installed the optional Dante 64 module, and whether or not MTRX
is set to Switch mode or Redundant mode, make the following Ethernet connections:
• DADman control:
• Switch — Net 1 & 2
• Redundant — Net 1 only
• Dante 64 card:
• Switch — mirrored Dante Net 1 & 2
• Redundant — mirrored Dante Net 1 & 2
Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HDX
You can use up to 64 channels of analog and digital I/O with MTRX connected to an HDX card using two
DigiLink Mini cables (not included).
To connect MTRX to an HDX card:
1Required: Connect the first MTRX DigiLink Mini Port to DigiLink Mini Port 1 on the HDX card using
a DigiLink Mini cable (not included).
2Optional: Connect the second MTRX DigiLink Mini Port to DigiLink Mini Port 2 on the HDX card us-
ing a second DigiLink Mini cable (not included).
+
Figure 1. MTRX connected to both DigiLink Mini ports on an HDX card
AES/EBU I/O 5-8
AES/EBU I/O 1-4 MADI
in
out
in
out
100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max 90 VA
Fuse T1AH/250VAC
WC/VBB
PHD I/O
Primary 1 Pr 2/Exp
AES11 in
Net 1 Net 2
Optical I/O
875 1
1
2684

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MTRX with a MADI I/O in an HDX 2 System
The following shows MTRX and MADI I/O with Word Clock connections and DigiLink Mini connections
with two HDX cards.
Figure 2. HDX 2 system: MTRX connected to both DigiLink Mini ports on HDX card 1, MADI I/O connected to both DigiLink
Mini port s on HDX card 2, Word Clock connections between MTRX and MADI I/O
AES/EBU I/O 5-8
AES/EBU I/O 1-4 MADI
in
out
in
out
100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max 90 VA
Fuse T1AH/250VAC
WC/VBB
PHD I/O
Primary 1 Pr 2/Exp
AES11 in
Net 1 Net 2
Optical I/O
875 1
1
2684

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Connecting Pro Tools | MTRX to Pro Tools | HD Native
You can use up to 64 channels of analog and digital I/O with MTRX connected to an HD Native card or
HD Native Thunderbolt using two DigiLink Mini cables (not included).
To connect MTRX to an HD Native card or HD Native Thunderbolt:
1Required: Connect the first MTRX DigiLink Mini Port to DigiLink Mini Port 1 on the HD Native card
or HD Native Thunderbolt using a DigiLink Mini cable (not included).
2Optional: Connect the second MTRX DigiLink Mini Port to DigiLink Mini Port 2 on the HD Native
card or HD Native Thunderbolt using a second DigiLink Mini cable (not included).
Synchronization
If you are using two or more audio interfaces or a synchronization peripheral, each device must be con-
nected to a clock source to maintain proper synchronization among the devices. MTRX provides Internal
clock, and can also clock to Word Clock, AES/EBU, MADI, or Dante IP. Use Internal if MTRX is your
master clock. Use Word Clock with Pro Tools HD audio interfaces or a synchronization peripheral (such
as HD I/O or HD MADI, and Sync X or SYNC HD).
Figure 3. MTRX Studio connected to both DigiLink Mini ports on an HD Native card
To orient yourself with MTRX back panel connections, see Chapter 5, “Pro Tools | MTRX Front and
Back Panels.”
AES/EBU I/O 5-8
AES/EBU I/O 1-4 MADI
in
out
in
out
100-240VAC, 50/60 Hz
Max 90 VA
Fuse T1AH/250VAC
WC/VBB
PHD I/O
Primary 1 Pr 2/Exp
AES11 in
Net 1 Net 2
Optical I/O
875 1
1
2684
PORT 1PORT 2

Chapter 4: Installing and Configuring DADman Software 9
Chapter 4: Installing and Configuring
DADman Software
Register Pro Tools | MTRX and Activate your Avid Master
Account
Your Pro Tools | MTRX includes an activation card with a code that lets you register the unit, and access
software, firmware, and documentation downloads.
To register your Pro Tools | MTRX and access related downloads through your Avid Master Account:
1Locate the Activation Card with the code that came with your Pro Tools | MTRX.
2Visit www.avid.com/redemption and log into your Avid Master Account (if you don’t already have an
Avid account, click “Create Your Account”).
3Follow the on-screen instructions.
Installing DADman Software
MTRX is controlled over a network connection by DADman software on your computer. Your computer
and all MTRX units must be connected on the same subnet.
To install DADman Software:
1Download the DADman Software installer for your operating system (macOS or Windows) from your
Avid Master Account.
2Once the download is complete, launch the installer and follow the on-screen instructions to complete
the installation.
3If desired, create a shortcut for DADman on the Desktop, or in the Dock (Mac) or in the Start menu
(Windows).
4Launch DADman.
5Choose Settings > Device List.

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6Click Refresh to discover the MTRX on the network.
7Right-click the MTRX and choose Network Settings.
8Configure the Network Settings accordingly (see “Assigning the IP Address for your Computer and
Pro Tools | MTRX” on page 11).
Device List dialog
Network Settings