Axia RAQ Operation manual

RAQ/DESQ
Installation & User’s Guide
Manual Rev 1 - January 2012
p/n 1490-00086-001

USA Class A Computing Device
Information To User. Warning:
This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate ra-
dio-frequency energy. If it is not installed and used
as directed by this manual, it may cause interference
to radio communication. This equipment complies
with the limits for a Class A computing device, as
specied by FCC Rules, Part 15, Subpart J, which
are designed to provide reasonable protection against
such interference when this type of equipment is op-
erated in a commercial environment. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause
interference. If it does, the user will be required to
eliminate the interference at the user’s expense.
NOTE: Objectionable interference to TV or radio re-
ception can occur if other devices are connected to
this device without the use of shielded interconnect
cables. FCC rules require the use of only shielded
cables.
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CE Conformance Information:
This device complies with the requirements of the
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73/23/EEC (Safety – low voltage directive); 89/336/
EEC (electromagnetic compatibility). Conformity is
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Important Safety Information
ELECTRICAL WARNING
If the equipment is used in a manner not specied by
the manufacturer, the protection provided by the equip-
ment may be impaired. The installation and servicing
instructions in this manual are for use by qualied per-
sonnel only. To avoid Electric Shock, do not perform
any servicing other than that contained in the operating
instructions unless you are qualied to do so. Refer all
servicing to trained service personnel.
When using this equipment, the following safety pre-
cautions should always be followed to reduce the risk of
re, electric shock, and injury to people.
• Read and understand all instructions.
• Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the
equipment.
• Installation must be performed in accordance with
all national wiring rules.
Caution: DOUBLE POLE/NEUTRAL FUSING
The Axia QOR power supply incorporates an inter-
nal fuse. Hazardous voltages may still be present on
some of the primary parts even when the fuse has
blown. If fuse replacement is required, replace fuse
only with same type and value for continued protec-
tion against re.
This product’s power cord is the primary disconnect
device. To prevent risk of electric shock, disconnect
power cord before servicing. The outlet to which this
equipment is connected must be installed near the
equipment, and must always be readily accessible.
The unit should not be positioned such that access to
the power cord is impaired. If the unit is incorporat-
ed into a rack, an easily accessible safety disconnect
device should be included in the rack design.
This equipment has an autoranging line voltage
input. Ensure that the supply voltage is within the
specied range.

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This equipment is designed to be operated from a
power source that includes a third “grounding” con-
nection in addition to the power leads. Do not defeat
this safety feature. In addition to creating a potential-
ly hazardous situation, defeating this safety ground
will prevent the internal line noise lter from func-
tioning.
MOISTURE WARNING:
This equipment is intended for INDOOR USE
ONLY and can be hazardous if immersed in water.
To reduce the risk of electrical shock, do not expose
this product to rain or moisture. Keep moisture away
from the ventilation openings in the top and front of
the unit. To avoid the possibility of electrical shock,
do not use this equipment when you are wet. If you
accidentally drop the equipment into water, do not
retrieve it until you have rst unplugged all cords. Do
not reconnect this equipment until it has dried thor-
oughly. Do not shower or bathe with the unit.
VENTILATION WARNING
This equipment requires the free ow of air for ad-
equate cooling. Do not block the ventilation open-
ings in the top and sides of the unit. Failure to allow
proper ventilation could damage the unit or create a
re hazard. Do not place the units on a carpet, bed-
ding, or other materials that could interfere with any
panel ventilation openings.

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of hardware and software products not made by Axia
mentioned in this manual or accompanying material
are informational only. Axia makes no endorsement
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any responsibility for operation or accuracy.
Warranty
This product is covered by a ve year limited war-
ranty, the full text of which is included in the rear
section of this manual.
Service
You must contact Axia before returning any equip-
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Authorization number, which must be written on the
exterior of your shipping container. Please do not
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quested by the Technical Support Engineer at Axia.
Be sure to adequately insure your shipment for its
replacement value. Packages without proper authori-
zation may be refused. US customers please contact
Axia technical support at +1 (216) 241-7225. All oth-
er customers should contact their local representative
to arrange for service.
We strongly recommend being near the unit when
you call, so our Support Engineers can verify infor-
mation about your conguration and the conditions
under which the problem occurs. If the unit must
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cated on the rear panel.
Credit Where Credit’s Due
It’s a pleasure to be a part of this organization.
Thanks to all of the engineers, architects and design-
ers that made this console a reality - you know who
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About This Manual
This manual covers the details of the RAQ and
DESQ control surfaces and the QOR series engines.
RAQ and DESQ are designed to operate as stand-
alone consoles; however, it also has network capa-
bilities. To learn more about these concepts, you
may wish to read Introduction to Livewire: System
Design Reference and Primer and Audio Over IP:
Building Pro AoIP Systems with Livewire by Steve
Church and Skip Pizzi, available from Elsevier Press.
In these publications we explain the ideas that mo-
tivated Livewire and how you can use and benet
from it, as well as nitty-gritty details about wiring,
connectors, and the like. Since Livewire is built on
standard networks, we also help you to understand
general network engineering so that you have the full
background for Livewire’s fundamentals. After read-
ing this reference material, you will know what’s up
when you are speaking with the network guys that
are often hanging around radio stations these days.
Although we strive for accuracy, some features and
operational characteristics may differ in actual use
from their descriptions herein. We invite feedback
and corrections from our clients.
Axia Audio, a Telos Company
1241 Superior Avenue
Cleveland Ohio 44114 USA
Phone: +1.216.241.7225
Web: www.AxiaAudio.com
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Table of Contents:
Customer Service iv
Warranty v
Service v
Credit Where Credit’s Due v
About This Manual v
A Note From The CEO of Telos ix
Getting Started . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1
Fast Five: How to Pass Audio in 5 Minutes or Less . . 3
Chapter One: Setup and Connections . . . . . . . . . 5
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
QOR.16: Front Panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5
QOR.16: Rear Panel. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6
Chapter Two: Inputs and Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Source Proles. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Source Conguration 12
Creating a New Source 13
Source Type 14
Source Input 14
Primary Source 14
Signal Mode 14
Signal Phase 14
Fader Trim Gain 14
Panorama Position 14
Source Availability 14
Fader Mode 15
Preview Mode 15
Preview Switching 15
Auto-Start Timer 15
Logic Port 15
Feed to Source 15
Feed to Source Dim Gain 16
Live Controls 16
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16
Output Types 16
V-Mixer Controls 17
V-Mode Controls 18
Adding Backfeeds and GPIO . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
Chapter Three: Console Operation . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Displays 21
Show Proles 21
Sources, Channels and Faders 21
Mix-Minus 21
GPIO 21
Software 22
Callouts and Operation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
Source-Specic Channel Controls. . . . . . . . . . . 27
Control Room Operator Mic Channel 27
Control Room Guest Microphone Channel 27
Line Channel 27
Phone Channel 27
Codec Channel 28
Remote Control 28
Chapter Four: Show Proles . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Creating A Show Prole. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Show Prole Options . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Chapter Five: Conguring GPIO . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
GPIO Port Denitions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33
GPIO Operator’s Microphone Logic 34
GPIO Control Room Guest Microphone Logic 35
GPIO Producer’s Microphone Logic 36
GPIO Line Input Logic 37
GPIO Codec Logic 38
GPIO Telephone Hybrid Logic 39
GPIO Control Room Monitor Logic 40
GPIO Computer Playback Device Logic 41
Assigning GPIO to a Source. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42
Connections to GPIO Ports . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43
Input Connections 43
Output Connections 44
Chapter Six: Advanced Controls . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
Conguration Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46
The QOR Control Center 46
The Status Screen 46
The Setup Menu 46
The Customize Menu 47
Log, Log History and Log Setup Menus 48
The Module Manager 48
Brightness Control Menu 49
GPIO Conguration Menu 49

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Prole Manager Menu 49
IO Manager Menu 49
Ethernet Switch settings (Precongured) 49
Chapter Seven: Networking with DESQ and RAQ . . 52
Inputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52
Outputs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53
Appendix A: Specications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55
Appendix B: Block Diagrams . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57
Appendix C: Channel / IP Worksheets . . . . . . . . . 65
Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 69

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A Note From The President of Axia
In 2003, Telos launched the Axia Audio division
based on an idea. That idea sparked a whole new
approach to radio consoles, using Ethernet as a high-
speed expressway – the routing infrastructure for
audio and data inside the radio station.
Howard Aiken, the scientist responsible for the
conceptual design of IBM’s groundbreaking Harvard
Mark I computer, once advised “Don’t worry about
people stealing your ideas. If your ideas are any good,
you’ll have to ram them down people’s throats.” Sure
enough, during our rst few years, the idea of using
Ethernet to transport audio was so novel that we
spent most of our time simply telling people
our story, sleeping in hotel beds – and bring-
ing home very few sales.
After what seemed like an endless stream
of hotel desks and airline food the idea took
hold, thanks to forward-thinking engineers who
understood the power of using data networks for
audio transmission. Our rst installations proved that
the technology was real. Then those engineers began
sharing stories of their own, telling other folks how
much they loved what Axia did for them. Word got
around, and we sold thousands of consoles (enough
that Element consoles are now one of the best-selling
broadcast boards ever).
As more and more broadcasters embraced IP,
dozens of companies partnered with us to make
innovative broadcast products that connect to Axia
networks with just the click of an Ethernet cable. And
we conceived of some interesting new devices and
applications to help broadcasters take full advantage
of their networked environment.
For example, we introduced broadcast VoIP tele-
phone systems that integrate with consoles, merging
telephony into the studio network without adding
infrastructure (and giving broadcasters the world’s
rst consoles with integrated Telos hybrids). Inter-
com systems that connect via Ethernet, and permit
users to take broadcast-quality intercom calls to air
instantly. Networked codecs and audio processors
like the Telos Zephyr iPort and Omnia.8X, which
concentrate multiple audio devices into a single
network node, signicantly changing the economics
of complex systems.
And along the way, we expanded our
talented staff of engineers, scientists and
broadcast professionals, growing the
largest R&D organization in the industry.
We’re also the rst and only broadcast
equipment maker with a 24/7 support team
that’s ready to offer assistance any time of the day or
night. As they say, radio never sleeps – so neither do
we.
We realize that it’s not due to our efforts alone
that these things have happened — it’s due to yours.
We owe quite a lot to you, and we will never, ever
forget it. You are, literally, the reason we are here! And
we will continue to innovate, explore, think and invent,
for one simple reason: we love to hear you say “Wow!”
Michael “Catsh” Dosch

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Getting Started
The following chapters of this manual will give
you an in-depth understanding of the capabilities of
your new RAQ or DESQ surfaces, from installation to
advanced functions. This section will help you get ev-
erything connected quickly, and point you to the parts
of the manual you’ll need to get up and running with a
minimum of fuss.
RAQ consists of these components:
• RAQ mixing surface: 6-fader rackmounted
frame with master controls and meters.
• QOR.16 or QOR.32: Rack-mounted CPU chas-
sis with audio I/O and GPIO connectors.
DESQ consists of these components:
• DESQ mixing surface: 6-fader frame with
master controls and meters.
• QOR.16 or QOR.32: Rack-mounted CPU chas-
sis with audio I/O and GPIO connectors.
Making Connections
You’ve probably unpacked your boxes and are sitting
next to a pile of Axia gear, wondering what to do rst.
Here’s what you need to know in order to get started:
1. Packed with your RAQ/DESQ is a cable with
6-pin MolexTM connectors on each end. This is the
power/communications cable. Connect the end of
the cable without the strain relief to the port on the
underside of your RAQ or DESQ control surface.
Connect the other end of the cable to the connector
labeled CONSOLE on the back of your QOR unit.
2. Connect audio sources (microphones, CD play-
ers, etc) to inputs of your QOR.
3. Connect monitor ampliers, headphone ampli-
ers, etc to outputs of your QOR. Be sure to set all
ampliers to their minimum volume setting.
4. Follow the instructions found in Chapter 1 to
congure IP address settings for your RAQ/DESQ.
5. Refer to the User’s Manuals packed with any
other Axia Audio nodes for information on how to
congure IP addresses for these units.
What’s Next?
When you’ve completed physically connecting your
Axia hardware, jump to Chapter 2 for a quick tutorial
on conguring audio sources. With that done, you’ll be
a hop, skip, jump away from being on-air! After that,
you’ll likely want to do some in-depth reading about all
that your new console can do. Here’s a brief description
of the contents of the following chapters:
• Chapter 1: Setup and Connections explains con-
nections and basic setup.
• Chapter 2: Inputs and Outputs explains how to
generate Source Proles and construct backfeeds
for selected sources.
• Chapter 3: Surface Operations takes you behind
the scenes to explore operator controls and options.
• Chapter 4:Show Proles illustrates how to set and
save unique “snapshots” tailored for specic shows.
These Show Proles can be instantly recalled when-
ever needed.
• Chapter 5: GPIO tells how to associate routable
logic commands with any audio source.
• Chapter 6: Advanced Controls discusses advanced
features that are congured in conguration web pages.
• Chapter 7: Livewire Networking and QOR will tell
you how to connect your console to a network and
reap the benets of networked studio systems.
• Appendices provide additional technical specica-
tions and a complete set of block diagrams for your
reference.
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Fast Five:
How to Pass Audio in 5
Minutes or Less
1. Connect the DESQ/RAQ to the Console port
at the rear of the QOR.
2. Connect an analog stereo source to IN 1
(preferably a professional line level source)
3. Connect a microphone to XLR 1
4. Connect powered speakers or speaker
amplier to OUT 1
5. Connect headphone amplier to OUT 2
6. Connect power to the QOR
Quick conguration: Set a computer with a static
network address. The default IP address of the QOR
will be 192.168.2.27. So congure a static IP address
of 192.168.2.100, subnet mask 255.255.255.0, with no
Gateway setting nor DNS settings.
If you wish to use a different subnet for your Livewire
network, assign the appropriate IP address to the QOR
and a static IP address to the computer you are using
within the same subnet. To set the QOR IP address, press
and hold the METER button on the RAQ/DESQ to ac-
cess the system window on the large OLED display. Use
PREVIEW knob to highlight (rotate) or select (press).
Highlight and select the NETWORK option. Highlight
and select the IP ADDRESS option. From this window
you can edit the IP address of the QOR (Select each 8-bit
position and edit as needed). If you edit any network set-
tings, select the SAVE + REBOOT option
to implement the changes.
Connect the personal computer’s NIC
(Network Interface Card) to a 100 BT port
at the back of the QOR (the computer should have a
static IP address).
Open a browser of choice with the computer and type
the QOR’s IP address into the URL eld of the browser.
Select the Console Cong link from the list on the left.
Authentication response is:
Username: user
Password: (blank, there is no password)
Select single studio if you have a single DESQ or
RAQ. Select twin studio if you have two connected to
the same QOR.
Dene the surface connected to the port.
Select the Inputs link from the list on the left.
• Adjust the Microphone-1 gain stage as needed for the
microphone connected. Press Apply button.
• Enter the name Stereo Source next to Analog 1.
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Select the Outputs link from the list on the left.
• Enter the name “Monitor Spkrs” next to Analog 1. In
the neighboring drop down, select CR Monitor.
• Enter the name “Headphones” next to Analog 2. In
the neighboring drop down, select CR Headphones.
• Press the Apply button.
Select the Sources link from the list on the left.
• Press the Create button.
• Enter 1kHz Tone in the Source name eld.
• Select the “Sine 1kHz -20dBFS” option in the Source
input drop down.
• Press the Ok button.
Press the Create button again.
• Enter “Stereo-Src” in the Source name eld.
• Select “Analog 1” option in the Source
input drop down.
• Press OK button.
Select the “Operator” option in the drop down and
then press the Create button.
• Source name eld enter as “My Mic.”
• Source input set as Microphone 1.
• Press Ok.
On the console, press in the top (“Options”) knob of
channel 1 (the rst fader position).
• Rotate the knob to highlight “My Mic”, press the
knob.
• Locate the Soft Key of channel 1 and press it twice.
Do the same for channel 2 but select “Stereo-Src”.
Again for channel 3, selecting “1kHz Tone”.
Above the MONITORS knob, press the PGM 1 but-
ton so that you are monitoring Program 1.
For channel 1, 2, and 3, press the PGM 1 button to
assign the channel to those mixes.
Press the ON button for channel 3 and adjust the lin-
ear or rotary fader for the channel until you see the PRO-
GRAM 1 meter on the OLED display reach -20. Adjust
the MONITORS knob as needed for proper monitoring
volume in the speakers.
Press the ON button again for channel 3 to turn off
the channel.
Press the ON button for channel 2 and adjust the lev-
els of the source. Make sure there is audio coming from
your stereo source.
You should now be listening to your favorite Steely
Dan song.
Press the ON button for channel 1. If all the above
steps were followed, the speakers should now be muted.
Place the headphones on your head and adjust
the knob for HEADPHONES for a comfortable
volume.
Turn off channel 2 and adjust the level of
channel 1 as you speak into the microphone. If
you are not able to get adequate levels from the
microphone, you may need to adjust the gain
stages as instructed in the earlier step at the Inputs link.
Congratulations! Now turn channel 1 off, turn chan-
nel 2 on, and sit back to your favorite tunes as you read
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Chapter One:
Setup and Connections
Introduction
If you are reading this manual, you are probably the
proud owner of a new RAQ or DESQ console. Thank you!
The Basics
This chapter covers connecting the QOR to your
other studio gear, such as microphones, CD players and
other audio playback devices. The audio outputs of the
QOR connect to control room monitors, preview (cue)
speaker, headphones ampliers and audio recording de-
vices. These external audio devices may be analog or
AES devices.
The GPIO (General Purpose Input Output) ports pro-
vide logic control interfaces to devices such as air lights,
recorders and CD players.
The 100 Mbps Ethernet ports may be used to con-
nect PCs running Axia’s IP-Audio driver, to expand your
system by adding other Livewire devices such as Axia
Audio Nodes, or equipment from Axia Partners (see
AxiaAudio.com/partners/ for the latest list of companies
whose equipment connects directly to Axia networks).
1000 Mbps (Gigabit) Ethernet ports are used to con-
nect to other QOR units or an Ethernet core switch - an-
other topic covered in Chapter 7.
A 6-pin Molex connector is used to connect your
RAQ or DESQ surface with the QOR mixing engine.
Assigning an IP Address
Before you can congure your hardware, you’ll need
to assign it an IP address. Press-and-hold the Meter Op-
tions key for ve seconds. The meter display now shows
the options and the Preview control is used to navigate,
select IP Address options and change parameter values.
Consult your network administrator if you are unsure
about what address to use.
Each QOR requires a single, xed IP address. The
RAQ or DESQ control surfaces are controllers for the
QOR, so they share the same IP addresses. See Chapter
7 for more details when multiple QORs are used or when
a QOR is a part of a larger network.
Notes on Physical Installation
The QOR is fan-free, so it can be located in any stu-
dio without fear of unwanted noise. Those vents and heat
sinks serve a very important purpose! Be sure to mount
the QOR in an equipment rack with free air ow. We
recommend using a ventilated 1RU rack spacer above
and below the QOR to ensure adequate ventilation.
To install the DESQ surface in your studio, all you
need is a desk – no cutout required. To install the RAQ
surface, all you need is 4 RU in a standard 19 inch rack.
QOR: Front Panel
The indicator panel of the QOR, shown on the follow-
ing page, is very simple. There are no controls for you to
push or turn. Conguration and setup is performed from
the console itself or through the web browser interface.
Front Panel Indicators
Even though there are no knobs or dials, the front
panel has some very useful indicators that tell you about
the health and status of your QOR. In all cases, solid
GREEN indicates normal operating conditions.
CHECK
This is a general health indicator for the QOR. If this
indicator is RED, immediately check the web pages for
abnormal operating conditions such as excessive CPU
temperature. Do not ignore this indicator. Note that it is
normal for this indicator to ash during boot-up.
LIVEWIRE
When lit, indicates that Livewire channels are being
taken from the network. If no network sources are being
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SYNC
If the QOR is part of a larger network, a solid
GREEN indicates the QOR is synchronized as a slave
to the Livewire network and that its internal clock is
locked. Flashing GREEN indicates that sync packets are
being received, but that QOR is not yet locked. It is nor-
mal for the SYNC indicator to ash for several seconds
at startup. If it does not “lock” with a solid, non-ashing
LED, this may indicate an incorrectly congured net-
work switch. Check your Ethernet switch conguration
or call Axia 24/7 Support for assistance.
MASTER
Solid GREEN indicates the QOR is synchronized as
a Master clock to the Livewire network. This indicator
will always be green for a standalone console. If you
have any other Livewire devices, they should be report-
ing Sync or Slave. There should be only one Master
clock device in a Livewire network at any given time.
Note: The MASTER and SYNC indicators are not
normally ON at the same time since the QOR will
be either a Master or Slave. This principle ap-
plies to all Axia Livewire devices. Any Livewire
network will have only a single Master.
NET 1 and NET 2
When the Gig1 or Gig2 ports have active connec-
tions, the NET1 or NET2 lamps (respectively) will illu-
minate. If a network cable is connected to a Gig port and
the corresponding NET lamp is unlit, a problem with the
network connection is indicated.
When a disconnected Ethernet link has been re-estab-
lished, the NET LED will blink with a 50% duty cycle
for about 5 seconds as the network activity is resumed.
Please consult Axia’s Ethernet switch conguration
guides for details when using Core switches in a larger
network. Ethernet Switch guides may be found on our
web site at AxiaAudio.com/manuals/.
PSU
The PSU indicator provides assurance that the QOR
power supply rails are normal. Solid GREEN indicates
normal power supply status.
IP
This indicator will illuminate upon detection of an
external Ethernet core switch connected to the QOR.
QOR: Rear Panel
Power
• AC Mains: There is one standard IEC receptacle for
your mains power for voltages in the range from 100
to 240 VAC at either 50 or 60 Hz.
Audio Connections
The QOR’s rear panel contains all of the connectors
used for audio I/O, Ethernet, GPIO, power supply and
the connections to your control surfaces. Note that we
use RJ-45 connectors for three purposes:
• Analog audio inputs and outputs
• AES audio inputs and outputs
• Ethernet (some with PoE - Power over Ethernet)
It is important to follow the proper conventions for
wiring these connectors and ensure that the connector
functions are not confused as damage may result if you
plug a network cable into an audio input.
Analog and AES Audio
The connector pin functions shown in Figure 1-3 are
the same for both the AES and Analog inputs and outputs.
Figure 1-1: QOR - Front Panel

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The nominal audio level for analog line inputs and
outputs is +4 dBm. This audio level will provide you
with 20 dB of headroom.
Note: The well-labelled RJ-45 connectors on
the QOR rear panel are used for different func-
tions. Be sure to use them only for their intend-
ed purpose as described in this section.
Microphone Inputs
There are XLR-F connectors on the rear panel for
connection of microphone inputs. These connectors use
the standard wiring convention for 3-pin XLR audio
connectors. These connectors may have 48-volt Phan-
tom power enabled via the QOR’s web page congura-
tion. Please take appropriate precautions if you connect
anything other than a microphone to these inputs when
Phantom power is enabled.
GPIO Connections
The QOR includes GPIO ports, with pinouts in the
same conguration as the GPIO ports on other Axia
products. Please refer to Chapter 5: Conguring GPIO
for the functions of these ports and wiring diagrams for
their DA-15 connectors.
Figure 1-2: QOR.16 - Rear Panel Connections
Figure 1-3: RJ-45 Audio Connector Pinouts

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Figure 1-4: GPIO Connector Pin-Outs
In most cases, a GPIO port will be associated with
a single source such as a CD player, studio microphone,
profanity delay, et cetera
Optional PathnderPC software may also be used to
monitor and control GPIO for advanced applications.
The interconnections to GPIO ports will vary de-
pending on the type external equipment being used and
whether or not voltage is supplied by an external device.
Chapter 5: Conguring GPIO provides these details.
Ethernet Connections
The QOR has three types of Ethernet connections
and it is important to use them as intended since the in-
ternal Ethernet switch is congured in a specic manner.
The types of connectors available are:
• 100 Mbps PoE (Power-over-Ethernet) ports designed
to be used with future Livewire accessories that will
obtain their power directly from their Ethernet con-
nections. These ports may also be safely used with
standard, non-PoE devices.
• 100 Mbps Ethernet standard ports are used to con-
nect PCs or other Livewire devices to your Livewire
network. These devices might include additional
Livewire nodes or PCs running the Axia IP-Audio
driver.
• Two 1000 Mbps (Gigabit) ports are used for connec-
tions to other QOR units, or, in larger networks, for
connections to an Ethernet Core switch. Note that
these two ports are used as trunks and are not intend-
ed for connection to Livewire source devices such as
Audio Nodes.
RAQ/DESQ CANBus Connections
RAQ/DESQ frames need only a single data / power
connection to operate. The QOR includes the needed
power/CANBus connections for use in conjunction with
your control surfaces. The accessory CANBus port is an
additional port that is available for future use.
Important: Like any electronic device, RAQ/
DESQ can be affected by static electricity. Use
of a personal grounding device is strongly rec-
ommended while handling the unit during instal-
lation.
Your RAQ/DESQ surfaces must be connected to a
grounded metal permanent wiring system or other equip-
ment grounding conductor using the grounding lug lo-
cated on the console chassis. For ground sources, we
recommend, in order of preference:
• “Station Ground,” the heavy copper strap found in the
walls and oors of many radio studios.
• AC Safety Ground — the “3rd prong” of a nearby
outlet.
• A bonded electrical conduit.
#12 AWG GREEN stranded wire is the minimum
wire gauge acceptable for grounding the mixer.
Important: Grounding reduces the risk of elec-
tric shock by providing a “path of least resis-
tance” for electric current. Improper grounding
can result in a risk of electric shock.
Check with a qualied electrician if you are in
doubt about how to properly ground this equip-
ment. If your local electrical code prohibits the
use of a Station Ground for this purpose, as de-
scribed above, use the specic “Safety Ground”
your local regulations mandate.
Console
There is one 6-pin Molex connector that is used to
provide DC power (48 vdc) plus CANBus data to your
control surfaces.
The RAQ and DESQ surfaces must be connected to a
CanBus port on the QOR using only the supplied 6-con-
ductor cables. One end of the CANBus cable is tted
with a strain relief. Connect this end to the Molex con-
nector on the back of the QOR. Connect the other, small-
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Figure 1-5: Detail of data/communication cable ends.
Since the CANBus connection cables include power
as well as data, there is a length restriction of approxi-
mately 50 feet. If you require longer cables than those
supplied with your QOR, please contact your Axia rep-
resentative.
IP Address Conguration
To access System Settings from a RAQ or DESQ
surface, press-and-hold the Meter Options key for ve
seconds. The Meter display now shows the options and
the Preview control is used to navigate, select options
and change parameter values. Options available are:
• IP Address
• Subnet Mask
• Gateway
• Save and Reboot
To exit, select EXIT.
Note: After making changes to any QOR IP
address settings, you must reboot the unit for
these changes to take effect.
“Gateway” settings on an QOR are not usually re-
quired; however, a valid gateway enables access to the
QOR conguration remotely, from outside your net-
work. A gateway also facilitates the use of an external
NTP server. Enter the IP address of your master router
(the one with external network connections) whenever
you’re given the option to enter a gateway address.
Note: If your system employs an Ethernet core
switch, the Ethernet core switch must have an
IP address that is lower than any of your QOR
units or Ethernet edge switches. This function
of the IGMP standard ensures that the multicast
querier is handled by the core switch if one ex-
ists. The querier will be passed off transparently
to another switch should the core switch fail or
be disconnected.
What’s Next?
Take a break! You’re done with initial set-up. When
you’re ready, continue to Chapter 2: QOR Inputs and
Outputs to walk through the software conguration of
the Inputs and Outputs on your QOR.

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