User manual

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Horus User Manual
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Connecting the MADI cable
The MADI port (both the standard one and the optional MADI Expansion module) can be connected using
either Optical or coaxial cabling.
k area, as dust
y obstruction is present. Remove the cap
on both the cable and the port and slowly / firmly push the cable into the receiving
port on the Horus unit until it clicks into place.
When Using a Coaxial connector. Slowly bring the Male cable up to the female
port, ensuring that the pin in the centre of the male cable lines up with the
le in the female port. Push the connector firmly into place and twist
clockwise until it clicks into its locked position.
The Wo
rdclock connections on the rear of the Horus unit are coaxial BNC’s. To
connect a ordclock source from an external device slowly bring the Male cable up
to the female port, ensuring that the pin in the centre of the male cable lines up
with the receptacle in the female port. Push the connector firmly into place and
Connecting the Sync Cable
The Sy
nc Cable (optional with each Horus unit) is a DB15 cable that connects to the “SYNC” port on the rear of
the Horus unit. The SYNC cable provides connectivity for MIDI, LTC and Video Reference Input and Output for
the Horus unit. To attach this cable to the Horus unit, align the male connector with the female DSUB port on
the module. Then, with slight pressure, guide the connector into place. Once the cable has been pushed into
place, fasten the mounting screws on either side finger-tight.
When using Optical cabling, fir
st ensure that you have a clean wor
and debris can affect the connection if an
receptac
the sleeve
rdclock input/output Connecting the Wo
twist the sleev
e clockwise until it clicks into its locked position.