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5. Analog interfaces

5.1 Analog Inputs

The input level can be precisely adjusted on the rear panel of the Sphynx 2. Please note that the setting 

potentiometers are delicate and must be operated with care. Only trained personnel should undertake 
this work. 

Note

 that the warranty of the unit does not cover damage to these controls.

Adjusting the Line Input

The Input line level can be adjusted b12 and +30 dBu. In the DADman program system menu 

the maximum line level can be set to the range 12 to 21 dBu or 21 to 30 dBu. 

Use the back-panel multi-turn adjustment screws in order to fine tune the maximum input level within the 

range +12 and +21 dBu, or +21 and +30 dBu. 

Turn the adjustment screw clockwise in order to raise the analog input gain or turn the adjustment screw 

counter clockwise in order to lower the analog input gain.  

AES11 in

WC in

WC out

Video in

Analog in 5

Analog in 1 

2

3

4

6

7

8

ANALOG INPUTS

ANALOG LEVEL 

ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

Remote
control

RS-422

5.2 Analog output module

Adjusting the Line Output

The analog line output can be adjusted b12 

and +27 dBu. 

Use the multi-turn adjustment screws on the back panel 

in order to adjust the maximum output level.

Turn the adjustment screw clockwise in order to 

increase analog output level or turn the adjustment 

screw counter clockwise in order to decrease analog 
output level.  

    

ANALOG OUTPUT LEVEL 

ADJUSTMENT SCREWS

1 / 5

Analog      out
2 / 6

3 / 7

4 / 8

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Summary of Contents for Sphynx 2

Page 1: ...Installation guide...

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Page 3: ...n 7 The product should be located away from heat sources such as radiators heat registers or other products that produce heat 8 The product should be connected to a power supply only of the type descr...

Page 4: ...hange without notice Merging Technologies S A shall not be liable for technical or editorial errors contained herein nor for incidental or consequential damages resulting from the furnishing performan...

Page 5: ...he Power Cable 10 Connecting the RS422 cable for remote control 10 3 2 THE FRONT PANEL 11 The Power button 11 LED s and Unit ID at the front panel 11 4 DADMAN CONTROL PROGRAM 12 5 ANALOG INTERFACES 15...

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Page 7: ...with the option of inserting up to two 4 channel D to A cards resulting in the most cost effective means of achieving 8 channels of AD DA in 1 bit DSD A range of audio interfaces for external equipme...

Page 8: ...on verter during this software installation Windows may install the driver automatically Antona RS232 to RS422 converter The Antona RS232 to RS422 converter does not need additional software Please lo...

Page 9: ...e Use a posidrive screwdriver no 1 Only remove the number of blanking plates necessary to fit the I O module All slots must be covered with a blanking plate or have an I O module fitted before the uni...

Page 10: ...t AES11 in To synchronise the Sphynx 2 to a Video Black and Burst signal connect the signal to the Video in socket with a BNC cable To use the Sphynx 2 as master studio clock for other units connect t...

Page 11: ...ngs to the same state as when it was turned off The settings of the Sphynx 2 are stored in the EEPROM approx 3 min after a settings change has been made via DADman This way the EEPROM will have a life...

Page 12: ...in the DADman remote control program as an Axion converter DADman is a generic software program that can control all the remote controlled audio converters manufactured by DAD Thus different models of...

Page 13: ...es for the connected Axion Sphynx 2 4 Copy and or paste user settings between different converters If you click on Properties a new window will open Here you can see the serial number for the connecte...

Page 14: ...ettings and to load previously saved settings Click on File and choose between Open Save and Save As in the menu The Save command will save all settings in DADman program The Open command will open a...

Page 15: ...input level within the range 12 and 21 dBu or 21 and 30 dBu Turn the adjustment screw clockwise in order to raise the analog input gain or turn the adjustment screw counter clockwise in order to lowe...

Page 16: ...it possible to interface to equipment with a standard Tascam TDIF interface The module fully supports the original TDIF 1 standard the TDIF 96 extension as well as the TDIF double speed format The mo...

Page 17: ...module is able to inter face all 8 input and output channels of the Sph ynx 2 according to the SDIF3 specification The connection is made via two 25 pin female D sub connectors Each connector can int...

Page 18: ...tion is the one closest to the rear plate The second position is in the middle In the 3 positions the D25 connector pin out is compatible with the following manufacturers typical Pos 1 Yamaha Mackie A...

Page 19: ...k sync in out Super clock sync in out Protools option Video sync in GENERAL Control interface EMC complies with Operating temperature Dimensions w h d Weight Mains voltage Power consumption 24 bit 44...

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