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Ferrofish PULSE16 DX User Manual

Ferrofish PULSE16 DX
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Users Guide
Ferrofish PULSE16 DX
Professional 16 x 16-channel A/D – D/A converter
Ferrofish Brüderstrasse 10, 53545 Linz am Rhein
www.ferrofish.com
Version 2.0c
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Ferrofish PULSE16 DX Specifications

General IconGeneral
Channels16
TypeAD/DA Converter
AD/DA Resolution24-bit
Digital InputsADAT, MADI
Digital OutputsADAT, MADI
Word Clock I/O1 x In, 1 x Out
Power SupplyExternal 12V DC
Dimensions482 x 44 x 200 mm
Analog Inputs16 x TRS
Analog Outputs16 x TRS
USBNo
ADAT I/O4 x ADAT I/O (TOSLINK)
Sample Rates44.1 kHz to 192 kHz

Summary

Important Safety Instructions

General Safety Precautions

Comprehensive safety guidelines for device operation, installation, and handling to prevent hazards.

Introduction and Package Contents

Scope of Delivery and Manual Symbols

Lists package contents, explains manual symbols, and directs to website for software updates.

Device Operation

Front Panel Controls and Status Display

Details on operating the PULSE16 DX using front panel buttons and understanding the main screen status bar.

Headphone Monitoring

Volume and Source Selection

Guides on adjusting headphone volume and selecting audio sources and channels for monitoring.

Main Menu Overview

Clock Settings and Synchronization

Configure wordclock source (Master/Slave) and sample frequency.

Analog Input Gain Control

Set sensitivity for each of the 16 analog inputs individually.

Analog Output Level Adjustment

Adjust the signal level for each of the 16 analog outputs.

Signal Routing Matrix

Define signal flow between inputs and outputs using an intuitive matrix.

MADI SFP Module Information

Access information about the installed MADI SFP module and its parameters.

Setup Configuration Options

Control various operational settings and parameters of the PULSE16 DX.

Preset Management

Load, save, and manage configurations across six preset slots.

Clock Synchronization Details

Clock Sources (Master, ADAT, BNC, Dante)

Describes function and use of Master, ADAT/MADI, BNC, and Dante as wordclock sources.

SMUX Channel Modes

Explains SMUX/1, SMUX/2, and SMUX/4 modes and their impact on channel count at different sample rates.

Input and Output Level Configuration

Analog Input Gain Settings

Set sensitivity for 16 analog inputs from -8dBu to +20dBu in 1dB steps.

Analog Output Level Settings

Adjust level for 16 analog outputs from -8dBu to +20dBu in 1dB steps.

Signal Routing and Connectivity

Routing Matrix Operation

Instructions for using the routing matrix to connect inputs and outputs in blocks of eight channels.

MADI SFP Module Details

Details on the optical MADI SFP module, its parameters, and available versions.

System Setup and Configuration

BNC Termination, Keyclick, and Brightness

Configure BNC termination, toggle keyclick, and adjust display brightness.

MADI Frame, Delay, and MIDI Control

Configure MADI frames, set delay compensation, and specify MIDI control sources.

Preset Management

Loading and Storing Configurations

Instructions for loading and storing settings (Gains, Levels, Routing) into six preset slots.

Device Security

Panel Lock and PIN Management

How to lock the front panel using a PIN and advice on saving the PIN.

I/O Interface Specifications

Analog Inputs and Outputs

Details on 16 analog I/O, connector type, sensitivity, and pinout.

ADAT Interface Configuration

Information on ADAT interface capabilities, ports, channel counts, and cable limits.

MADI Interface Capabilities

Explains MADI standards, channel counts, daisy-chaining, and the MADI-SFP connector.

BNC Wordclock Connectivity

Details on BNC connectors for clock generation/reception and jitter reduction.

MIDI and Dante Protocols

Covers 5-pin MIDI I/O port and Dante network audio protocol for routing.

Remote Control and Software

Using the RemoteFish App

Explains controlling the PULSE16 DX via RemoteFish App over MIDI, MIDI-over-MADI, or Dante.

Technical Specifications

Interface and Converter Specifications

Parameters for ADAT, MADI, MIDI I/O, and A/D, D/A converters.

Device Ancillary Specifications

Details on headphones, PLL, clock, fuse, power, dimensions, weight, temperature, and humidity.

Compliance and Certifications

Regulatory Compliance (EMC, RoHS, FCC)

Details regarding compliance with EMC, RoHS, and FCC regulations.

Disposal and Service

Product Disposal and Serviceability

Guidelines for responsible disposal (WEEE) and information on device serviceability.

Warranty and Liability

Warranty Terms and Liability Exclusion

Details on product warranty, terms, conditions, and exclusion of liability.

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