Graham-Patten SoundPals ADAT-4 User Manual

Graham-Patten SoundPals ADAT-4 User Manual

Adat-to-aes converter

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  • Page 1 SoundPals™ ADAT-4 User Guide ADAT-to-AES converter...
  • Page 3: Copyrights And Trademarks

    Printing History ™ SoundPals ADAT-4 ADAT-to-AES converter Rev. N/C March 2007 Printed in U.S.A. Part Number 08-2054-00 The information contained in this guide is subject to change without notice or obligation. Copyrights and Trademarks © 2005 GRAHAM-PATTEN SYSTEMS, INC. Contents of this publication may not be reproduced in any form without the written permission of Graham-Patten.
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    ADAT-4 Operation ... 5 ADAT-4 Interconnection ... 5 ADAT-to-AES Conversion... 5 ADAT Bridge to AES Routing System... 6 ADAT-4 Internal Jumpers ... 7 ADAT-4 Troubleshooting ... 9 ADAT-4 Specifications... 9 Audio Specifications ... 9 Environmental Specifications and Dimensions ... 10 Channel Routing...
  • Page 7: Introduction

    Do not use this product in or near water. • Route power cords and other cables so that they are not likely to be damaged. Disconnect power before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol cleaners; use only a damp cloth. ADAT-4 User Guide Introduction Page 1...
  • Page 8: Unpacking And Inspection

    Power Supply Note SoundPals are delivered with a power connector only. A separate power supply must be obtained. Graham-Patten offers several power solutions for both domestic and international customers. Refer to “External Power” for detailed power specifications for users who wish to configure their own power source, rather than purchase one from Graham-Patten.
  • Page 9: About The Adat-4

    About the ADAT-4 The SoundPals ADAT-4 is an ADAT-to-AES converter that separates a single 8-channel ADAT data stream on optical fiber into four AES output audio pairs, on either balanced or coaxial cable. AES outputs are synchronous with the ADAT input.
  • Page 10: Adat-4 Installation

    Plug a 6 VDC power supply (rated at 200 mA or greater) into the appropriate voltage outlet for your specific country, and connect the end of the cord into the ADAT-4 jack marked +6V. Secure the locking ring finger tight. The green PWR LED lights when power is applied.
  • Page 11: Adat-4 Operation

    Connect AES outputs to the desired destinations. • If you want to use the ADAT-4 as the reference for another device, connect the SYNC OUT connector to the reference input of the destination device, and use the Sync Switch to select either AES or word clock reference.
  • Page 12: Adat Bridge To Aes Routing System

    • ADAT Bridge to AES Routing System In this application, the ADAT-3 and ADAT-4 combine to provide a bridge in and out of an AES routing switcher. The ADAT-4 accepts an optical input from a source ADAT device (such as a workstation or ADAT recorder), and provides four AES outputs that feed the routing switcher.
  • Page 13: Adat-4 Internal Jumpers

    ADAT-4 Internal Jumpers This section provides information about the ADAT-4’s internal jumpers and switches. NOTE For detailed instructions on opening and closing the ADAT-4, see “Inside the Module.” The figure below shows the ADAT-4’s internal jumper locations: Word Clock Polarity Jumper •...
  • Page 14 Switches 3 and 4 determine the Sample Frequency. Function Not Indicated 48 kHz 44.1 KHz 32 KHz • Switch 5 determines the Stereo Mode. Function Not Indicated Stereo Page 8 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 1 (closed) top position OPEN ADAT-4 User Guide...
  • Page 15: Adat-4 Troubleshooting

    Check for possible break in the fiber. NOTE Please contact the GPS factory if the problem still exists after completing the above procedures. ADAT-4 Specifications This section provides audio, remote, and environmental specifications, plus a table of ADAT-4 channel routing. Audio Specifications Parameter 24-bit processing...
  • Page 16: Environmental Specifications And Dimensions

    <200 mA @ 6 Vdc ° Operating Temp 10 – 50 Operating 10 – 90% RH non-condensing Humidity Channel Routing The table below lists ADAT-to-digital channel routing in the ADAT-4: ADAT Input Track → 1, 2 → 3, 4 → 5, 6 →...
  • Page 17: Inside The Module

    1. On the rear panel, remove the four Phillips screws from the four corners of the SoundPals module. 2. On the front panel, remove all Philips XLR mounting screws from the SoundPals module. 3. On the front panel, remove the BNC nut and associated lock washer.
  • Page 18: External Power

    An external power supply conforming to the specifications listed in the following “Power Supply Specifications” section must be used to guarantee that published SoundPals performance figures are met. Any power supply meeting these specifications will supply adequate power for a single SoundPals module. Although the specification is written for power supplies running from AC line inputs, DC (battery) sources may be used if they meet all of the listed requirements.

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