X-Rack Installation; Assembling The X-Rack; Mounting - Solid State Logic XLOGIC SUPERANALOGUE X-RACK Owner's Manual

3.

X-Rack Installation

3.1

Assembling the X-Rack

The X-Rack unit is normally shipped either as an empty rack (SSL Part No. 729935X1), a part filled (custom)
rack or as a fully loaded unit; for example, a unit fitted with eight 729618X1 Dynamics modules (SSL
Part No. 729935X2) – if you have purchased a fully loaded unit you should skip the rest of Section 3.1.
In the case of empty or part filled racks, any empty module slots will be covered by blank panels which
will need to be removed before fitting additional modules. Panels for module slots and the Total
Recall/CPU are secured, top and bottom, by a 'one piece' floating threaded bar. The position of the bar is
factory set so that there is adequate space to accommodate eight module panels. The correct position of the
threaded bars is initially set when the Total Recall/CPU module is installed and screwed in position
against the inside right edge of the rack.
Do not attempt to fit or remove modules with power applied. Always switch the rack off and remove the power
cord prior to working on this unit. When fitting or removing modules, it is advisable to observe suitable ESD
precautions. Take care when handling modules and blank panels; sharp corners may be present.
Modules are fitted from the front of the X-Rack, normally starting from the left hand end. Note that it is
recommended that any required blank panels (SSL Part No. 729618X2) are fitted prior to fitting modules.
Each module plugs into the backplane; use the two 8mm M3 counter sunk screws supplied with the
module or blank to fix the item to the front of the rack – a 2mm AF hex key is supplied with the X-Rack
unit. The rear connector panel or blank should be screwed to the rear of the case using the two 8mm M3
button head screws supplied with the module. The end result should be a unit that is fully loaded with
modules and/or blank panels. For ease of fitting, do not tighten the screws until all modules and/or blank
panels have been fitted.
To ensure peak operating performance, please ensure all front and rear panel fixing screws are securely
tightened; slight warping on the rear of the chassis may be observed – this is no cause for concern.
Generally, any module may be fitted in any position but with the following provisos:
• To use the Dynamics Link function, Dynamics modules must be placed in adjacent slots.
• The Dynamics Link function should only be used with similar types of Dynamics module!
• Only one Master module should be fitted in any one X-Rack.
• When fitting a Master module to X-Rack serial no. XRK0110 or earlier, the module should be fitted
immediately to the right of any modules which use either the Mix, Record or Solo/AFL Buses. This
limitation does not apply to later X-Rack units.
3.2

Mounting

The X-Rack unit is designed to be rack mounted or free standing. It is 4RU (178mm/7 inches) high. Its
depth is:
• 180 mm/7.2 inches
• 255 mm/10.2 inches including connectors
The unit does not require rack shelves. A 1RU space should normally be provided above the unit.
The unit is supplied fitted with both feet and rack ears. If the unit is to be rack mounted the feet should be
removed using the supplied 2.5 mm AF hex driver. The same driver can be used to remove the rack ears
if the unit is to be free standing.
Feet and rack ears are fixed using M4 x 8mm screws – do not replace them with longer screws as this may
damage the rack electronics.
X-Rack Installation and Operation
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