Deva-16; Metering; Firewire Port; Rf Interference Protection - Zaxcom Deva 16 User Manual

Zaxcom Deva User's Manual_______________________________________________________ Chapter 1
with the appropriate cabling, it can be connected through an STA100/150 Stereo Adapter to a TRX900AA
transmitter to provide a two-channel camera RF link with return audio and timecode transmission.
All audio connections are balanced line-level, which eliminates the mic level ground loop noise common in FM
wireless systems. It outputs the signal at 0 dBu, making it directly compatible with most cameras without the use
of external amplification.

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The Line In connector (10-pin Hirose) provides for line-level inputs 9 – 12. When activated they are patched into
and replace digital inputs 1 – 4, respectively.

Metering

The Deva provides metering of all input channels and output busses in four different formats, based on user
preference. Channel metadata is superimposed on meters to aid in meter identification. Signal levels are color
coded to aid in rapid identification of overload conditions. Touching a meter selects individual channels for PFL
solo monitoring.

FireWire Port

The Deva acts as a master to control and supply power for an external FireWire device.

RF Interference Protection

The Deva was designed from the ground up to operate in close proximity to sensitive receivers. Wireless devices
can coexist in the sound bag with the Deva running from the same power source.

Timecode

A full-featured SMPTE timecode interface is standard. All common frame-rates and timecode sampling-rates are
supported. In addition, the Deva includes the auto-load function, allowing the unit to automatically enter Record
and Stop modes based on incoming timecode. Be aware, unlike other manufacturer's equipment, the Deva's
timecode clock continues to run and maintain accurate timecode after the power is turned 'OFF'.

Input Sampling-rate Conversion

The Deva will accept any unlocked AES signal with a sampling-rate of 44.1 to 192 kHz. The dynamic range of the
sample-rate conversion is 124 dB, offering completely transparent conversion of digital audio from one sample-rate
to another.

Sequence of Deva Components

To better aid the user in using and understanding his Deva recorder, the following list describes the Analog to
Analog sequence for each component that sees your audio:
1. Input connector
2. Input Limiter
3. Input Gain
4. Analog-to-Digital Converter
5. Prefader Meter
6. Input Compressor
7. Delay Processor
8. Equalization Processor
9. Linear Fader
10. Digital Input Router
11. Disk Limiter
12. Input Meter
13. Home Meter
14. Recorder Track
15. Digital Output Router
16. Output Fader
17. Output Limiter
18. Output Meter
19. Digital-to-Analog Converter
20. Output Connector
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