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- Page 1 Quad Analog Audio to AES Converter PRODUCT MANUAL Cobalt Digital 2506 Galen Dr. Champaign, IL. 61821 USA 217-344-1243 cobaltdigital.com 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0) 9930ADC-AES75-RG Product Manua...
- Page 2 Cobalt Digital Inc. This manual and any information contained within, may not be reproduced, distributed, or tr ansmitted in any form, or by any means, for any purpose, without the express written permission of Cobalt Digital Inc. Reproduction or rev erse engineering of software used in this device is prohibited.
- Page 3 Important Regulatory and Safety Notices Before using this product and any associated equipment, refer to the “Important Safety Instructions” listed below so as to avoid personnel injury and to prevent product damage. Products may require specific equipment, and /or installation procedures be carried out to satisfy certain regulatory compliance requirements.
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Page 4: Emc Notices
Important Safety Instructions Caution — This product is intended to be a component product of the openGear® series frame. Refer to the openGear® Series Frame User Manual for important safety instructions regarding the proper installation and safe operation of the frame as well as its component products. -
Page 5: Environmental Information
International This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22:1997 along with amendments A1:2000 and A2:2002 and found to comply with the limits for a Class A Digital device. Notice — This is a Class A product. In domestic environments, this product may cause radio interference, in which case the user may have to take adequate measures. - Page 6 This page intentionally left blank. 9930ADC-AES75-RG Product Manual 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0)
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Page 7: Table Of Contents
Contents Introduction ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Overview ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Features ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 1 Functional Block Diagram ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 User Interfaces--------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 1.4.1 DashBoard Control System™ ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 2 1.4.2 Card-edge Controls ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 2 Documentation Terms and Conditions ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 3 Installation --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 Before You Begin ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 2.1.1 Static Discharge ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 5 2.1.2... - Page 8 Status Tabs ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 4.1.1 Card Info Tab ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------ 14 4.1.2 Card Status Tab --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 14 4.1.3 Settings Tab ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 15 Specifications --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Technical Specifications ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 16 Service Information -------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 Troubleshooting Checklist ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 18 Warranty and Repair Policy ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19 6.2.1 In Case of Problems --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 19 viii...
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Page 9: Introduction
1. Introduction This chapter contains the following sections: • Overview • Functional Block Diagram • User Interfaces • Documentation Terms and Conditions 1.1 Overview The 9930ADC-AES75-RG Quad Analog Audio to AES Converter is a broadcast quality, modular product used to convert four analog audio channels to two, 24-bit, unbalanced AES-3id signals. The 9930ADC- AES75-RG accepts 4 analog audio signals (2 stereo pairs) and provides 2 copies of each of the 2 AES / EBU output signals. -
Page 10: Functional Block Diagram
1.3 Functional Block Diagram This section provides a functional block diagram that outlines the workflow of the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. 1.4 User Interfaces The 9930ADC-AES75-RG offers the following interfaces for control and monitoring. 1.4.1 DashBoard Control System™ The DashBoard Control System™ enables you to monitor and control openGear frames and cards from a computer. -
Page 11: Documentation Terms And Conditions
1.5 Documentation Terms and Conditions The following terms are used throughout this manual: • “Board”, and “Card” refer to the 9930ADC-AES75-RG card itself, including all components and switches. • “DashBoard” refers to the DashBoard Control System™. • “openGear series frame” refers to all versions of the 10-slot and 20-slot (openGear series frames) frames and any available options unless otherwise noted. - Page 12 This page intentionally left blank. 9930ADC-AES75-RG Product Manual 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0)
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Page 13: Installation
2 Installation This chapter provides instructions for installing the Rear Module(s) for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG, installing the card into the frame, and cabling details. These following topics are discussed: • Before You Begin • Installing the 9930ADC-AES75-RG • Cabling for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG •... -
Page 14: Installing The 9930Adc-Aes75-Rg
2.2 Installing the 9930ADC-AES75-RG This section outlines how to install a Rear Module in a openGear series frame. The same procedure applies regardless of the frame or card type. However, the specific Rear Module you need to install depends on the frame you are using. -
Page 15: Installing The 9930Adc-Aes75-Rg Card
2.2.2 Installing the 9930ADC-AES75-RG Card Use the following procedure to install the 9930ADC-AES75-RG in a openGear series frame: Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure “Installing a Rear Module”. Hold the 9930ADC-AES75-RG by the edges and carefully align the card-edges with the slots in the frame. -
Page 16: Software Upgrades For The 9930Adc-Aes75-Rg
2.4 Software Upgrades for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG This section provides instructions for upgrading the software for your card using DashBoard. Note: DashBoard version 3.0.0 or higher is required for this procedure. 1. To upgrade the software on the 9930ADC-AES75-RG: 2. Contact Technical Support for the latest software version file Support@cobaltdigital.com 3. -
Page 17: User Controls
3 User Controls This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. The following topics are discussed: • Card Overview • Configuring the DIP Switches • Control and Monitoring Features 3.1 Card Overview This section provides a general overview of the 9930ADC-AES75-RG components. Figure 3.1 —... -
Page 18: Sw4
3.1.4 SW4 SW4 is used for factory service only. Do not use SW4 unless instructed to do so by Cobalt Digital Technical Support personnel. 3.1.5 SW5, SW6 — Output Mode Selection 1 SW5 and SW6 are used in conjunction to set the output mode of the first audio converter. Refer to the section “Setting the Output Mode”... -
Page 19: Setting The Nominal Input Level
Use SW7 and SW8 in conjunction to set the output mode of the second audio converter. Table 3.2 lists the combinations of DIP Switch settings for SW7 and SW8. Table 3.2 Setting the Output Mode — Converter 2 Mode Selected Stereo Mono Left Only... -
Page 20: Control And Monitoring
3.3 Control and Monitoring This section provides information on the LEDs for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. Refer to Figure 3.4 for the location of the LEDs. Figure 3.4 9930ADC-AES75-RG Card-edge Controls 3.3.1 Status LEDs on the 9930ADC-AES75-RG The front-edge of the 9930ADC-AES75-RG has LED indicators for communication activity. Basic LED displays and descriptions are provided in Table 3.4. - Page 21 This page intentionally left blank. 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0) 9930ADC-AES75-RG Product Manual...
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Page 22: Dashboard Menus
4 Dashboard Menus This chapter provides a summary of the menus available for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. Parameters noted with an asterisk (*) are the default values. The following topics are discussed: • Status Tabs • Settings Tab 4.1 Status Tabs The Status tabs provide read-only information such as software revision issue, signal status, and power consumption of the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. -
Page 23: Settings Tab
4.1.3 Settings Tab Table 4.3 summarizes the Settings options available in DashBoard. Table 4.3 Settings Menu Items Tab Title Item Parameters Description External reference connected to Frame Ref 1 Frame 1 and selected External reference connected to Reference Frame Ref 2 Frame 2 and selected Uses the internally generated Internal... -
Page 24: Specifications
5 Specifications This chapter provides the technical specifications for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. Note that specifications are subject to change without notice. 5.1 Technical Specifications This section provides the technical specifications for the 9930ADC-AES75-RG. Table 5.1 9930ADC-AES75-RG Technical Specifications Category Parameter Specification Number of Inputs 4 balanced channels (2 stereo pairs) Connector... - Page 25 Category Parameter Specification Quantization 24Bits Frequency Response ±0.5dB (20Hz to 20kHz) Signal to Noise Ratio -114dB unweighted Measured at –20dBFS -118dB ‘A’ weighted Performance THD+N at –20dBFS -110dB (<0.002%) Crosstalk <-100dB Jitter <5ns Maximum Power Power >3.8W Consumption 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0) 9930ADC-AES75-RG Product Manual...
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Page 26: Service Information
6 Service Information This chapter contains the following sections: • Troubleshooting Checklist • Warranty and Repair Policy 6.1 Troubleshooting Checklist Routine maintenance to your card is not required. In the event of problems with your 9930ADC- AES75-RG, the following basic troubleshooting checklist may help identify the source of the problem. -
Page 27: Warranty And Repair Policy
Warranty and Repair Policy The 9930ADC-AES75-RG is warranted to be free of any defect with respect to performance, quality, reliability, and workmanship for a period of FIVE (5) years from the date of shipment from our factory. In the event that your 9930ADC-AES75-RG proves to be defective in any way during this warranty period, Cobalt Digital reserves the right to repair or replace this piece of equipment with a unit of equal or superior performance characteristics. - Page 30 Cobalt Digital Inc. 2506 Galen Drive Champaign, IL 61821 Voice 217.344.1243 • Fax 217.344.1245 www.cobaltdigital.com 9930ADC-AES75-RG-OM (V1.0)
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