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User’s Guide
Introduction and Data
Introduction
Every piece of digital audio equipment has an internal sample clock
that controls the timing of the A/D and D/A converters and the transfer
of audio through its digital audio interfaces. For optimal converter
performance, the clock must be stable and free of timing irregularities
known as ‘jitter’ which can induce harmonic distortion and degrade
stereo imaging. Additionally, to transfer digital audio between various
devices the clocks must be synchronized to a common ‘master’ timing
reference, without which clicks, pops and/or low-level noise will occur.
Because most digital audio devices support only a single clock input or
output, many users resort to chaining clock signals from the output of
one device to the input of another. Chaining clocks can lead to clock
phase differences and increased jitter as the signal proceeds down
the chain.
The Lucid GENx192 Ultra Low Jitter Studio Master clock provides
the ideal solution to most common clocking issues found in today’s
recording, post-production, and broadcast environments by providing
a low-jitter clock reference that can be distributed to a large number
of devices simultaneously in multiple industry-standard formats and
sample rates. The GENx192 features eight (8) word clock, four (4) AES
clock, and two (2) S/PDIF clock outputs capable of operating at sample
rates of up to 192 kHz. The outputs are divided into two groups, each
having independent control over sample rate. The GENx192 can also
synchronize to and re-distribute external word clock or AES signals
ranging from 28 to 216 kHz. Finally, it can also function as a 1x4 AES-3
(audio) distribution amplifier.
Performance Data
Item
DESCRIPTION
INPUTS:
Recommended Input Level
Word Clock: 2.0 to 5.0 Vpp (nominal); 1.0 to 7.0 Vpp (lock range)
AES: 2.0 to 7.0 Vpp (nominal)
Input Impedance
Word Clock: 75Ω / 10kΩ switchable (Green “TERM” LED beneath the switch on rear panel indicates proper Word
Clock input termination)
AES: 110Ω
OUTPUTS:
Output Level
Word Clock: 5.2 Vpp, unterminated; 4.0 Vpp, 75Ω termination
AES: > 3.6 Vpp, 110Ω termination
S/PDIF: >0.3 Vpp, 75Ω termination
Output Impedance
Word Clock: 24Ω
AES: 110Ω
S/PDIF: 75Ω
Maximum Cable Length
Word clock: 5 m / 16.5 ft (with 75Ω RG-59 or better coaxial cable)
AES: 30.5 m / 100 ft (with 110Ω shielded twisted pair cable)
S/PDIF: 10.0 m / 33 ft (with 75Ω RG-59 or better coaxial cable)
Mechanical Data
Item
DESCRIPTION
DETAILS
Rack Space Required
1U (WDH: 48.02 cm x 22.15 cm x 4.37 cm / 18.91 in x 8.72 in x 1.72 in).
(Depth is specified from front panel to back of connectors.)
Allow at least 1 inch additional clearance for
rear panel connections. Additional depth may be
required depending upon your specific wiring and
connections.
Electrical
100-240 VAC, 50-60 Hz, 25 Watts maximum.
Universal power input - no line voltage switching
required.
Ventilation
Maximum recommended ambient operating temperature is 30 C / 86 F.
Ventilation should not be impeded by covering the
unit with items such as newspapers, tablecloths,
curtains, etc.
Shipping Weight
3.70 kg / 8.15 lbs.
