Related Manuals for Black Lion Audio Sparrow MK II
Summary of Contents for Black Lion Audio Sparrow MK II
- Page 1 Black Lion Audio 1801 W. Belle Plaine Ave, StE 105 Chicago, IL 60613 773-549-1885 V1.0...
- Page 2 Contact Black Lion Audio if you need assistance. The Black Lion Audio Sparrow MK2 has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device pursuant to Part 15 Subpart B of the Code of Federal Regulations Title 47.
-
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Installation / Connections...........................5 Power..............................5 Combo Jacks.............................5 AES, TORX, S/PDIF........................5 Word Clock In/Out...........................5 Inputs and Outputs.............................6 Power, Power Switch, and Power LED....................6 Inputs, Signal/Clip LEDs, and Input Trim..................6&7 Digital Audio Output Formats......................7 Word Clock............................7&8 Clocking the Sparrow MK II........................8&9 Specifications............................10 Troubleshooting............................10... -
Page 4: Overview
(often referred to as IM or IMD), harmonic distortion (THD), and frequency or phase response anomalies, may manifest themselves as an overall deterioration in the perceived sound quality of the system. Fortunately, your choice of a Black Lion Audio ADC will help eliminate these problems, offering you unmatched product performance and reliability. -
Page 5: Installation / Connections
1. Power Power is applied via an IEC standard connector. If you are uncertain how to properly apply power to the unit, please call your nearest Black Lion Audio dealer for assistance. They will be happy to help you. 2. Combo Jacks Audio is input via the “combo”... -
Page 6: Inputs And Outputs
III. Inputs and Outputs Power, Power Switch, and Power LED Make sure the voltage selector switch on the IEC connector is set to the appropriate voltage for your locale. Power can be 50Hz or 60Hz, and the voltage selections available are 110V and 240V. -
Page 7: Digital Audio Output Formats
Note that at all settings, the actual signal level which will clip the converter (possibly causing unwanted distortion) is typically 15dB over the level set on the front panel. Thus, in the “-10” setting, a peak signal of greater than +5dBV will clip the unit. In the “-3” setting, a signal greater than +12dBV will cause clipping, and so on. -
Page 8: Clocking The Sparrow Mk Ii
Please see Section IV “Clocking the BLA A2D” for additional important information on clocking converters. Clocking the Sparrow MK II Much confusion in the audio industry has resulted from different manufacturers implementing and recommending different clocking standards and levels. Termination and voltage are the two parameters that most often cause different units to be incompatible. - Page 9 A proper termination tells the signal to stop! Black Lion Audio clocks are terminated at the source (the clock output) with a 75 Ohm termination. This is done to properly drive a 75 Ohm cable and has the effect of “killing” any reflections that come back from the line.
-
Page 10: Specifications
Specifications THD: < 0.001% (20kHz BW, 20-20kHz, @-10dBFS) IMD: < 0.002% SMPTE (1:1) 60Hz + 2k~20kHz typical Crosstalk : < 100dB (@20kHz all gain settings) Clipping: > +24dBu (gain full CCW) Clock Input level : 2.4Vpp ~ 5.5Vpp Clock Output: Square Wave, @5Vpp, 75Ohms Output Impedance Frequency Response: (@ 192kHz Sample Rate) 19Hz ~ 87kHz Size: 10.25”...
Need help?
Do you have a question about the Sparrow MK II and is the answer not in the manual?
Questions and answers