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Appendix B: Installing MTRX Option Cards
The analog and digital I/O capacity, and processing of Pro Tools | MTRX II can be expanded with any combination of option cards,
ranging from none to all eight of any variety:
Analog I/O
You can install up to eight A/D or D/A cards in any combination, for up to 64 analog audio channels.
Digital I/O
You can install up to eight digital I/O expansion cards for additional AES3, 128-channel IP Audio Dante, MADI, and SDI
input and output. You can also install an optional Dual MADI mini-module.
DigiLink
You can install up to eight DigiLink expansion cards for up to 576 channels of I/O between Pro Tools and MTRX II (including
the built-in DigiLink ports). Each DigiLink card provides up to an additional 64 channels of DigiLink I/O.
Overview of Installation
Installing expansion cards involves the following steps:
1 Preparing for the installation
2 Removing the top panel
3 Installing and connecting the expansion card
4 Completing the installation
Preparing for the Installation
Before installing expansion cards, collect the required materials and prepare your work area.
To prepare for the installation:
1 Make sure you have collected the required materials:
• One or more MTRX II Expansion Card packages.
• Anti-Static wrist strap (not included).
• Foam or other padded surface to place the card on (not included).
• The following tools:
• #1 Phillips screwdriver (not included).
• If installing a MTRX II MADI module, you will also need a small flathead screwdriver and a 3/16-inch socket or similar sized open
end wrench.
2 Put on your anti-static wrist strap and configure according to its instructions.
3 Make sure the MTRX II is powered off and disconnect any cables connected to it.
4 Place the MTRX II on a table or other flat surface.
5 Make sure your surface is clear of any debris and that you have a padded surface nearby to place the expansion card if you need to
set it down during installation.
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