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A-D expansion cards with Dante
ISA 428 MkII and ISA 828 MkII Mic Preamps
Installation and User Guide
This installation guide provides instructions on how to install the card into your ISA One, ISA 428 MkII or ISA 828
MkII mic preamp, and how to configure the card using the RedNet Control software application.
NOTE: Fitting should only be carried out by someone competent to do so; if in doubt, please refer to qualified
service personnel.
A video guide showing the card installation can be found here:
Should either User Guide not provide the information you need, be sure to consult:
https://pro.focusrite.com/technical-support, which contains a comprehensive collection of common technical
support queries.
Dante® and Audinate® are registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
Safety Warning
The unit must be switched off AND the IEC power lead disconnected from the mains inlet on the rear
panel BEFORE carrying out the installation.
Caution
The unit should be removed from any rack enclosure and placed on a clear, flat surface.
Allow the unit to cool before removing the top cover.
Anti-static precautions should be taken when handling the card once removed from its anti-static
bag. Only handle the card by gripping its edges and avoid touching any component parts other than
the cable or connector.
Box Contents
• ISA ADN2(8) card
• 3 x M3 screws
• Safety information cut sheet
• Focusrite Pro Important Information Guide, which provides links to:
RedNet Control
RedNet PCIe drivers (included with RedNet Control download)
Audinate Dante Controller (installed with RedNet Control)
Dante Virtual Soundcard (DVS) Token and download instructions
Tools required
• Pozidrive No.1 (Standard ANSI Type IA) screwdriver
Tip: Have a cup or lid available to contain the top cover fixing screws as they are removed.
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- Page 1 • ISA ADN2(8) card • 3 x M3 screws • Safety information cut sheet • Focusrite Pro Important Information Guide, which provides links to: RedNet Control RedNet PCIe drivers (included with RedNet Control download) Audinate Dante Controller (installed with RedNet Control)
- Page 2 Installation – ISA One Unit CONFIRM THAT THE MAINS POWER LEAD IS REMOVED FROM THE REAR OF THE UNIT Remove the Top Cover Remove the 10 pozi screws fixing the top cover to the top and sides of the unit. If the cover is attached to the main unit with a chassis earth strap, this must not be disconnected.
- Page 3 Installation – ISA 428/828 MkII Units CONFIRM THAT THE MAINS POWER LEAD IS REMOVED FROM THE REAR OF THE UNIT Remove the Top Cover Remove the 11 Pozi screws fixing the top cover to the top and sides of the unit. If the cover is attached to the chassis with an earth strap, this should not be removed.
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Page 4: First Use And Firmware Updates
or by disconnecting either from the network. From time to time Focusrite will release RedNet firmware updates within new versions of RedNet Control. We recommend keeping all Focusrite Pro units up to date with the latest firmware version supplied with each new version of RedNet Control. - Page 5 RedNet Control – Tools Menu Clicking on the Tools icon will open the System Settings window. The A-D card’s hardware and firmware details, as well as the current network and sync settings, are displayed in the left pane of the window: Preferred Master –...
- Page 6 2. Asynchronous Clock Inputs On ISA ADN2 and ADN8, If an external Word Clock, which is asynchronous to the Grand Master, is used whilst there is a Dante Network attached, there will be audio glitches on outputs. This can be resolved by disconnecting...
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Page 7: Performance And Specifications
PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS Digital Performance Supported sample rates 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 /176.4 / 192 kHz (-4% / -0.1% / +0.1% / +4.167%) at 24 bit Clock Sources Internal or from Word Clock Connectivity Dante Primary & Secondary Ethernet standard RJ45 connectors (Compatible with Cat 5e and above). -
Page 8: Registering Your Product
You can contact our dedicated RedNet Customer Support team free of charge: Email: proaudiosupport@focusrite.com Phone (UK): +44 (0)1494 836384 Phone (USA): +1 (310) 450-8494 Troubleshooting If you are experiencing problems with your ISA ADN2/8, we recommend that in the first instance you visit our Support Answerbase at: www.focusrite.com/answerbase...