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Lynx AES16 User Manual

Lynx AES16
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Lynx AES16 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandLynx
ModelAES16
CategoryRecording Equipment
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Introduction

Overview of the AES16

General overview of the AES16 audio interface's features and capabilities.

AES16 Features

Lists the key features and specifications of the AES16 audio interface.

Before You Begin Using the AES16

Recommends prerequisite knowledge and reading before using the AES16.

AES16 Package Contents

Details the items included in the AES16 carton.

AES16 System Requirements

Lists minimum hardware and OS requirements for Windows and Macintosh.

Manual Nomenclature Conventions

Explains typographic conventions used throughout the manual.

Installation Procedures

AES16 Hardware Installation

Step-by-step instructions for physically installing the AES16 card into a computer.

Windows Version 2 Driver Package Installation

Guides installation of the Windows Version 2 driver package for the AES16.

Installing the Windows Driver via Hardware Wizard

Detailed steps for the Windows Hardware Update Wizard for driver installation.

Uninstalling the AES16 Windows Driver

Step-by-step guide to uninstalling the Windows driver package via Device Manager.

Updating an Existing WDM Driver

Instructions for downloading and installing updated WDM drivers from the Lynx website.

Macintosh OS X Installation Guide

Instructions for installing the AES16 on Macintosh OS X.

Macintosh OS X Firmware Update

Steps to update the AES16 firmware for Macintosh compatibility.

Install AES16 Driver and Mixer on macOS

Steps to install the AES16 driver and mixer application on macOS.

Uninstalling macOS Driver

Instructions for uninstalling the macOS driver using a third-party uninstaller.

Updating macOS Driver

Steps to update the macOS driver by uninstalling and reinstalling.

Macintosh OS 9 Installation Guide

Instructions for installing the AES16 on Macintosh OS 9.

Macintosh OS 9 Firmware Update

Steps to update AES16 firmware for Macintosh OS 9 compatibility.

Installing OS 9 ASIO Driver and Mixer

Guide to installing the ASIO driver and mixer for OS 9.

Uninstalling AES16 Driver on OS 9

How to uninstall the OS 9 driver.

Hardware Connections

Hardware Connections Overview

Introduces the AES16's I/O ports and connectors.

AES/EBU Cable Connections

Describes available breakout cables and their compatibility.

XLR Connections

Details connecting the AES16 using XLR breakout cables.

25-Pin D-Sub Connector Connections

Explains connections using 25-pin D-Sub connectors for various equipment.

Clock Connections

Discusses clock synchronization between the AES16 and other devices.

External Clocking Setup

How to connect and use external clock sources with the AES16.

Internal Clocking and Multi-card Systems

Describes internal clock connections and synchronizing multiple AES16 cards.

Common Studio Setups

Illustrates typical studio configurations using the AES16.

External A/D and D/A with Word Clock

Setup for connecting external converters with word clock synchronization.

Digital Mixer Connections

Describes connecting the AES16 to a digital mixer for 16 channels of I/O.

Combined XLR and DB25 Cable Sets

Illustrates a mixed-mode configuration using both XLR and DB25 cables.

Getting Started

Windows Quick Audio Test

A quick test to verify AES16 installation and connections on Windows.

Macintosh OS X Quick Audio Test

Verifies AES16 installation and connections on Macintosh OS X using Bias Peak.

Operational Overview

Signal Flow Diagram

Explains the signal flow within the AES16's digital mixer and architecture.

Physical Inputs Description

Describes the AES16's physical digital inputs and signal path.

Digital Mixer Inputs

Details the 16 input blocks of the digital mixer and their patching capabilities.

Record Bus and Devices

Explains how Record Bus signals are routed to host computer and record devices.

Play Bus and Devices

Describes how the Play Bus is derived and routed to AES16 play devices.

Digital Mixer Outputs

Details the 16 output signals derived from submixers and their features.

Physical Outputs Description

Describes the AES16's physical outputs, including AES-3 and LStream.

Sample Clock Generator

Explains the AES16's master sample clock generator and its functions.

Sample Clock Sources

Lists the available internal and external clock sources for the AES16.

SynchroLock™ Technology

Details SynchroLock technology for jitter reduction and stable clocking.

Lynx Mixer Reference

Starting the Lynx Mixer

Instructions on how to launch the Lynx Mixer application on Windows and Macintosh.

Adapter Window

Describes the Adapter window for clock and sample rate settings.

Sample Clock Section

Controls the system sample clock generator.

System Clock Rates Section

Details real-time frequency measurements of system clocks.

Digital Input Status Section

Displays status for AES16 inputs, including lock, validity, and parity.

Record/Play Window

Describes the Record/Play window for patching inputs to mixer channels.

Input Source Select Buttons

Patch physical inputs to mixer record channels.

Record/Play Controls

Controls and indicators for recording and playback devices.

Outputs Window

Describes the Outputs window for routing and mixing output signals.

Output Monitor Source Buttons

Route record/playback sources to output channels.

Output Controls

Controls for output signals including faders, meters, and mute.

Mixer Menu

Accesses global mixer functions like Restore Defaults and Mixer Scene.

Mixer Scene Management

Save and recall mixer configurations as scenes.

Settings Menu

Accesses advanced settings and commonly used mixer functions.

Advanced Mixer Settings

Advanced settings like clock rates, meter range, and dither.

Using the AES16

Input Patching

Explains how to patch physical inputs to Record Bus channels using the mixer.

Monitor Setup Using Lynx Mixer

Guides on setting up monitoring using the Lynx Mixer's Outputs window.

Direct Monitoring in ASIO Application

Explains direct monitoring via ASIO applications, bypassing the Lynx Mixer.

Playback Routing and Mixing

Covers routing and mixing playback sources through the Lynx mixer.

Clock Selection and Control

Details selecting and controlling clock sources and references for synchronization.

ASIO Specific Setup

Discusses ASIO driver parameters accessible via application control panels.

Controlling Latency by Buffer Size

Discusses how buffer size affects latency and potential audio anomalies.

Working with Third Party Applications

AES16 Device Recognition by Applications

How applications recognize AES16 capabilities and device names.

Full Duplex Operation

Discusses simultaneous recording and playback (full duplex) capability.

Configuring Multiple AES16's

Designating Clock Master and Slaves

Steps to designate master and slave AES16 cards for synchronization.

Adapter ID Assignment

Explains how adapter IDs identify and communicate with multiple AES16 cards.

Cable Connections for Multiple AES16

Details connecting multiple AES16 cards using internal clock cables.

Mixer Settings for Multiple AES16

Configuring mixer settings for master and slave AES16 cards.

Troubleshooting

Audio Artifacts: Clicks, Pops, Crackles

Addresses audio artifacts like clicks and pops, suggesting clock and buffer checks.

No Audio Issues

Guides on checking connections and signal flow when no audio is present.

Support

Contact Us for Support

Provides contact information and support request details.

Registering Your AES16

Instructions for registering the AES16 product for service and upgrades.

Appendices

I/O Configuration Jumpers

Details the I/O configuration jumpers for routing modes.

AES16 Specifications

Lists detailed technical specifications of the AES16.

Safety Instructions

Provides safety precautions and FCC compliance information.

EMC Certifications

Details FCC and EC Declarations of Conformity for the AES16.

License Agreement

Warranty Information