The Allen & Heath DX168 is a rugged, portable 96MHz expander for adding additional remote I/O to Allen & Heath dLive, Avantis or SQ Series systems.

The DX168 features 16 mic preamps with independent Phantom Power LED indicators, plus 8 XLR line outs. Up to 6 DX168 units can be connected to a dLive system – 4 via the MixRack and 2 via the Surface – allowing up to 96 remote inputs and 48 remote outputs in addition to those provided by the MixRack and Surface (dLive only, SQ max 48 channels).

The DX168 connects via a single Cat5e cable to the dLive Surface, MixRack or upstream DX168 via a secure EtherCon port. A second locking EtherCon port is provided for redundant connection to compatible hardware, or for daisy-chaining to a downstream DX168 for additional remote I/O.

Key Features:

• 96kHz
• 16 XLR Mic Preamps with Phantom Power status LEDs
• 8 XLR Line Outs
• Compatible with dLive systems and SQ consoles
• Cascade mode allows daisy-chaining of 2 DX168 Expanders for additional I/O
• Compatible with CAT5e (or higher) cables of up to 100m
• Rubber bumpers & carry handle for ultimate portability
• Optional 19-inch rack mount kit (as shown) available