6-channel 24 bit, 192 kHz, A/D Converter User’s Guide v2.
16-channel 24 bit, 192 kHz, A/D Converter User’s Guide v2.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Warnings FCC warning This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when operated in a commercial environment.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Registration and Warranty Information Be sure to register your AD-16X, either by filling in the enclosed Registration Card or by completing the on-line registration form at our Web site: http://www.apogeedigital.com/support/. If you do so, Apogee can contact you with any update information. As enhancements and upgrades are developed, you will be contacted at the registration address. Firmware updates are free for the first year of ownership unless otherwise stated.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Declarations of Conformity Declaration of Conformity—FCC Apogee AD-16X This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS OWNER’S RECORD The serial number is located on the rear panel of the unit. We suggest you record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to it whenever you call an authorized Apogee Electronics repair facility or the manufacturer. Please be sure to return your completed warranty card immediately! AD-16X Serial No.
User’s Guide Table of Contents Introduction ....................................................................................................................2 Signal Flow Diagram ....................................................................................................2 Getting Started Quickly ...............................................................................................3 Installation ..............................................................................................
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Introduction The AD-16X, Apogee’s latest and most advanced analog to digital converter, takes the legendary quality of Apogee a significant step forward. Features such as a redesigned power supply, standard 192kHz sampling rates, the C777 clocking technology found in Big Ben, and optional Pro Tools HD and FireWire expansion cards, make the AD-16X the most powerful and flexible A-to-D converter ever.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Getting Started Quickly 3 6 2 USING THIS MANUAL In this manual, “parameters” are defined as the characteristics of operation, such as CLOCK SOURCE or AES format, and are capitalized in this manner : CLOCK SOURCE. “Values” are defined as the choices available for each parameter – for example, the parameter CLOCK SOURCE has the values INTernal,WC and INPUT Values are italicized in this manner: S/PDIF. “Settings” are defined as the entire set of parameters and values.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Navigating the Front Panel 2 1 1) Power Switch - The POWER switch may be configured to operate in the manner best suited to the installation of the unit; for example, if the AD-16X is installed in a rack with a Master power switch, the unit may be configured to power on when the Master switch is turned on. Please see the section of this manual entitled “Internal Adjustments” for details.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Navigating the Front Panel 3 4 6 continued 5 7 After Setup mode is enabled, pressing the PREV or NEXT button will cycle through the AD-16X’s seven parameters - CLOCK SOURCE, SAMPLE RATE, WC ratio, UV22HR, SOFT LIMIT, AES format and CAL mode- and then return to the first parameter. Likewise, pressing the UP or DOWN buttons will cycle through the values available for the selected parameter.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Navigating the Front Panel - continued 8 7 7) CAL mode indicator – This LED indicates that either Global or Channel CALibration mode is enabled, and that the analog to digital conversion level may be calibrated. Global CAL allows the calibration of all 16 channels simultaneously, while Channel CAL allows calibration of individual channels.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Navigating the Front Panel - continued 12 9 10 9) 11 SOFT LIMIT - This LED indicates the status of Soft Limit, Apogee’s analog transient peak reduction circuitry. When the Soft LIMIT LED is illuminated, SOFT LIMIT is engaged on channels selected in SOFT LIMIT Channel Select Mode. To enable this mode, press and hold either PREV or NEXT (while the SOFT LIMIT LED is flashing).
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Standard and Advanced Option Routing When an X-Option card is installed, the AD-16X may be set to one of two output configurations, Standard Routing and Advanced Option Routing. When Standard routing is enabled, only one signal path is present – analog inputs routed simultaneously to all digital outputs.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Analog Out Standard and Advanced Option Routing - Advanced Option Routing – Additional Digital I/O D to A & Meters With Advanced Option routing, the AD and DA-16X offers additional digital I/O to Digidesign HD or Firewire-based audio systems.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Analog Out Standard and Advanced Option Routing - Advanced Option Routing – Expanded Interface Choices Cal Level DA-16X D to A & Meters When an X-Option card is installed in an AD-16X, Advanced Option routing offers the possibility to connect a second interface using the AD-16X’s digital I/O.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Connections on the Rear Panel 3 1 2 5 4 1) IN 1-8 - This DB-25 connection accepts analog inputs 1-8; analog inputs are balanced line level signals at a nominal level adjustable between +4 dBu = -22 dBFs and -10 dBV = -10 dBFs. Apogee’s AD8-IFC breakout cables can connect here to provide 8 XLR female connecters. (pinout Figure 3). 7 6 8 9 Pinout Diagram for Analog IN 1-8 and 9-16 2) IN 9-16 - This DB-25 connection accepts analog inputs 9-16.
AD-16X – User’s Guide APOGEE ELECTRONICS Internal Adjustments MIDI FIRMWARE UPDATE CONNECTOR To allow the greatest flexibility in the field, Apogee now employs a firmware update method using stardard Midi protocol. You’ll need the following items to update the firmware of your Apogee device: • • • • 1) 2) 3) 4) 5) 6) 7) 8) 9) ApogeeUpdater program, available from Apogee’s website New firmware file, also available from our website Macintosh OSX 10.
AD-16X – User’s Guide Internal Adjustments - APOGEE ELECTRONICS continued POWER SWITCH SETTINGS JUMPER P13 (as seen from front) DESCRIPTION When AC power is applied to the input, the unit does not power up immediately; to power on the unit,the POWER button must be pressed. When AC power is applied to the input, AD-16X powers on immediately; nevertheless, the POWER switch is functional.
Features and Specifications • 16 channels of premium 24-bit AD conversion • Sample rates up to 192k • 16 channels of AES, ADAT/SMUX Output • Word Clock I/O • Optional HD card for direct connection to ProTools HD • Optional S800 FireWire card capable of sample rates up to 192k, compatible with OS X/Widows XP and all popular DAW’s • All option cards (X-FireWire and X-HD) facilitate connection of multiple units • “Soft Limit” for maximum digital level without overs (can be applied to a single channel or all cha
AD-16X USER’S GUIDE - v2.
