
ADA4 Mini-Converter v1.0r2
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Chapter 1: ADA4 Introduction
Overview
The ADA4 is a 4 channel audio converter which can be configured as a 4 channel A/D, a 4
channel D/A, or 2 channel A/D and 2 channel D/A. The ADA4 can accept a AES11,
wordclock, or video sync/color black reference input for synchronization. Reference input
and synchronization is automatic. Audio levels are configurable via DIP switch control.
NOTE:
The information in this manual is for ADA4 converters with Serial Number H43000 or Later.
Features
• Simultaneous A/D and D/A, or AES Synchronizer
• Full-time AES11 low jitter reference output
• Up to 4 channels of balanced analog to AES/EBU audio
• Up to 4 channels of AES/EBU to balanced analog audio
• Supplied XLR breakout cable
• AES11/Wordclock/Tri-level Sync/Color Black Reference Loop
• Adjustable Audio Levels
• Sample Rate Conversion Between 96KHz and 48KHz
• DIP switch configuration
• Uses universal input +5V power supply AJA model DWP-U-R1 (included)