
1. Overview
1.1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing an NSB-series AVB-networked stage box. Designed to work seamlessly with
the PreSonus StudioLive® Series III digital mixers, the NSB-series networked stage boxes provide a
high-quality, expandable, networked, remote I/O solution for stage, installed sound systems, or studio
recording.
PreSonus Audio Electronics is committed to constant product improvement, and we highly value our cus-
tomers and their creative endeavors. We appreciate the support you have shown us by purchasing your
NSB-series stage box and are confident that you will enjoy for years to come!
1.2 About This Manual
We suggest you spend some time with this manual before beginning to work with your NSB-series stage
boxes, and familiarize yourself with their features, functions, and proper connection procedures. This will
facilitate configuring your AVB network and make the process go as smoothly as possible.
This manual describes the functions of the NSB-series stage boxes with StudioLive Series III digital mix-
ers. More information about AVB Networking best practices and configurations can be found in the
PreSonus AVB Networking Guide, and we highly recommend that you review this document as well, to
avoid any difficulty in creating your AVB network. This manual covers basic connection and use case con-
figurations only. For more complex routing examples, please review the PreSonus AVB Networking
Guide.
Throughout this manual, you will find Power User Tips. These suggestions provide useful information
on getting the most out of your NSB stage box as well as explanations of various useful audio ter-
minology.
Thank you, once again, for purchasing our product. We are confident that you will enjoy your new NSB
stage box.
Note: When using your NSB stage box with a StudioLive Series III mixer, your mixer will require the
latest firmware and Universal Control version for proper functionality. Please log into your My PreSonus
user account and update all associated software for your PreSonus AVB products before proceeding.
1.3 What’s in the Box
In addition to a Quick Start Guide, your NSB-series stage box package contains the following:
NSB 32.16, NSB 16.8 or NSB 8.8 AVB-networked stage box
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