Cranborne Audio 500ADAT User Manual

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500ADAT - Analogue/Digital Hybrid ADAT
Expander, Summing Mixer, and 500 Series Rack
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500ADAT User Manual -Page 1- ©2019 Cranborne Audio Ltd

Cranborne Audio 500ADAT Specifications

General

Brand	Cranborne Audio
Model	500ADAT
Category	Music Mixer
Language	English

Summary

Getting Started

Controls, Switches, and Connectors

Details front panel controls, switches, and connectors for operation.

Package Contents

Rack-Ear Orientations

Default Shipping Configuration

Details the standard rack-ear configuration for 19-inch racks.

Recessed Configuration

Handle Configuration

Power Supply

Connecting Power

Instructions on how to safely connect the power supply to the unit.

Disconnecting Power

Instructions on how to safely disconnect the power supply from the unit.

Powering Procedures

Powering On

Steps to safely turn on the 500ADAT unit and connected equipment.

Powering Off

Steps to safely turn off the 500ADAT unit and connected equipment.

Installing and Removing 500 Series Modules

Installing Modules

Procedure for safely installing 500 series modules into the rack.

Removing Modules

Procedure for safely removing 500 series modules from the rack.

Hardware Setup

Connecting to Audio Interface

Connects 500ADAT to audio interface via ADAT optical cables.

Clock Settings Configuration

Configures DIP switches for sample rate and clock source.

Powering On and System Clocking

Powers on the unit and sets up system clocking for optimal performance.

Feature Overview

500 Series Rack

Details the 8-slot 500 series rack, its I/O, and connectivity.

Module Inputs

Explains the balanced XLR input for connecting analogue signals to modules.

Inserts

Describes the insert point for connecting external audio equipment in-line.

Module Direct Outputs

Details the balanced XLR line-level outputs for each 500 series slot.

Slot Bypass Switch

Explains the slot bypass switch for using the unit without modules.

Source Switch

Details the source select switch for determining signal input to modules.

Chain Switch

Explains the chain switch for routing signals between 500 series slots.

500 Series Signal Flow

Summing Mixer

Mix Level & Pan

Describes the Mix Level and Pan controls for each slot in the summing mixer.

Mix Output

Details the stereo outputs for the summed mix to external devices.

Summing Mixer Expansion Via C.A.S.T. LINK

Artist Monitoring Section

Aux/Monitor Blend

Describes the blend controls for balancing Summing Mixer and Aux Input signals.

Aux Input Jacks

Explains the unbalanced Aux Input jacks for stereo playback sources.

Aux Level

Adjusts the overall level of the Aux bus for headphones and line outputs.

Aux Outputs

Details the stereo line outputs for monitoring systems.

Aux 1 & 2 Headphones

Dedicated headphone outputs for artist monitoring.

ADAT

ADAT I/O Table

Table showing ADAT I/O routing at different sample rates.

Low-Jitter Internal Clock

Word Clock Input

Describes how to slave 500ADAT from an external clock source.

Clock Settings DIP switches

Word Clock Output

Explains how to send word clock from 500ADAT to slave other devices.

Internal Clock (default, recommended)

Setting 500ADAT as the clock master for optimal performance.

Word Clock

Configures 500ADAT to slave via Word Clock Input.

ADAT Recovered

Configures 500ADAT to slave via ADAT IN 1.

Configuring Sample Rate

C.A.S.T.

C.A.S.T. IN A,B,C & D (RRTT)

Details C.A.S.T. input ports for relocating I/O and enabling monitoring.

C.A.S.T. Requirements

Transmit

Explains transmitting Aux 1 mix via C.A.S.T. to breakout boxes.

Application Guides

Using 500ADAT without 500 series modules

Explains how to use 500ADAT for recording line-level sources without modules.

Inserting 500 Series modules into DAW Sessions via ADAT

Hardware Inserts

Table for mapping DAW hardware inserts to 500ADAT's ADAT I/O.

Using 500R8 and 500ADAT Together

Inputs

Explains ADAT inputs for recording 500ADAT slots into DAW.

Outputs

Explains ADAT outputs for sending DAW audio to 500ADAT modules.

C.A.S.T. LINK

Summing Mixer

Links summing mixers of 500R8 and 500ADAT for 16 channels.

Artist Monitoring

Integrates 500R8's Aux bus for artist monitoring via 500ADAT.

Talkback Integration

Manages talkback between 500R8 and 500ADAT for communication.

Understanding C.A.S.T.

N22

Details the N22 C.A.S.T. device for analogue I/O and Aux bus.

N22H

Details the N22H C.A.S.T. device with headphone amp for remote monitoring.

Using N22 and N22H with 500ADAT

Technical Specifications

Digital Performance

Specifies digital performance metrics including frequency response and dynamic range.

A/D Conversion

Technical specs for the Analog-to-Digital conversion stage.

D/A Conversion

Technical specs for the Digital-to-Analog conversion stage.

Analogue Performance

Specifies analogue performance metrics for line outputs and summing mixer.

Line Outputs (Aux 1+2, Mix)

Technical specifications for the line outputs and mix bus.

Summing Mixer

Technical specifications for the summing mixer's performance.

Headphone Amp

Technical specifications for the headphone amplifier section.

System Performance

Details phase performance and digital round-trip measurements.

Power

Specifies power requirements, consumption, and slot current.

Environmental

Details operating and storage temperature conditions.

Dims/Weights

Provides physical dimensions and weight specifications for unit and carton.

Troubleshooting

Pops and Clicks with Audio Interface

Solutions for pops and clicks experienced when using the audio interface.

Pitch Shifting Audio

Troubleshooting steps for audio sounding pitch shifted.

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety

Provides essential safety instructions for using the apparatus.

Installation notes

Notes on safe and proper installation of the unit.

Power Safety

Guidelines for safe connection and use of the power supply.

CE Certification

Information regarding CE compliance and cable ferrite rings.

FCC Certification

Details FCC compliance requirements and potential interference issues.

RoHS Notice

Information regarding RoHS compliance and hazardous substances.

Instructions for disposal of WEEE by end users in the European Union

Guidance on proper disposal of electronic waste in the EU.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Information on EMC compliance and shielding requirements.