xIO XLR – Getting Started

The xIO XLR-Series sets a new standard for performance IO with pristine audio, industrial-strength materials, exceptional design, AV control options, and a complete line of models that reliably deliver sophisticated results. Getting started is quick and easy.

PoE Injector: 

• Connect the xIO XLR to the LAN port on the PoE injector and confirm network port link lights. 
• Connect the xIO XLR to the LAN + DC port on the PoE injector and confirm that the unit boots up.
  • The unit should run through a “light show” boot cycle and then the LEDs may go dark. This is normal behavior as there will not currently be any programming telling the LEDs to do anything if the unit is brand new. If unit is not brand new, the programming could be set to have the LEDs off.
    • Note: the default Normal LED Function state of the xIO XLR is “Control Pins”. If the Control Pins in the Design View are not engaged and set, and the xIO XLR has not been programmed, the LEDs will not show activity. Other default functions like “Flashlight” by pressing the front button will function. 

PoE Switch: 

• Connect the xIO XLR to a PoE port on the PoE switch and confirm port link lights and that the unit boots up.
  • The unit should run through a “light show” boot cycle and then the LEDs may go dark. This is normal behavior as there will not currently be any programming telling the LEDs to do anything if the unit is brand new. If unit is not brand new, the programming could be set to have the LEDs off.
    • Note: the default Normal LED Function state of the xIO XLR is “Control Pins”. If the Control Pins in the Design View are not engaged and set, and the xIO XLR has not been programmed, the LEDs will not show activity. Other default functions like “Flashlight” by pressing the front button will function. 

After Connectivity is Established: 

• Once the xIO XLR is located in Composer, review the Properties panel and ensure all settings are appropriate for the installation. 

• Open up the DSP, entering the Design View, and drag in the xIO XLR module from the Intelligent Modules > Dante Device Modules folder. 
• Drag in a Latched button module from the Control Modules > Control Inputs folder and wire it to the xIO XLR input pins. This will get basic control of the LEDs and help develop familiarity with how the LEDs function. 

• Note the input pins on the xIO XLR Intelligent Module, these are for the RGB and ON states:
  • In-R; RED input pin, this sets the RED value of the LED 
  • In-G; GREEN input pin, this sets the GREEN value of the LED 
  • In-B; BLUE input pin, this sets the BLUE value of the LED 
  • In-On; ON input pin, this sets the ON value of the LED. Consider this like a “dimming” setting from min (fully off) and max (fully on). If this input pin is not receiving any signal, the LED will remain dark.
  • OUT-R/B/G/On are the same as IN, just relating to the Output side of the xIO XLR. 
  • Button; the front panel button output pin. This allows physical button pushes to also send a control signal inside Composer which can trigger things like presets or toggle a mute.
• Please note; setting LED and RGB parameters will not function if Composer is not online with the DSP and xIO XLR. The LEDs may still be lit according to their last known programming or the programming that is currently running.

Finding/Setting Colors: 

• If all input pins are receiving 100% control signal, the LEDs will be fully white. If the input pins aren’t receiving any signal, the LEDs will be fully dark.
  • 100% of any individual color (red, green, or blue) will be full saturation of that color at maximum brightness. 
  • The input level can range from 0-100%, which can determine how bright the LED is as well as what particular tone and hue it is.
    • For example; Red at 0%, Green at 100%, and Blue at 25% produces a turquoise/teal color at full luminosity. Green and Blue at 0% and Red at 50% will be full saturation of Red, but dimmer than at 100%. 
    • Side note; setting the “OFF LEVEL” to higher than 0% can create a state where when there is no signal going to the RGB control pins, they will still be lit up (the ON input must still be getting signal).

Here is a cheat sheet of basic color percentages that can help quickly program the xIO XLR LEDs: