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Manual SDs-01 D 3.2.2003 17:45 Uhr Seite 3
INTRODUCTION
Thank you very much for purchasing
MC-2, AES/EBU Signal Distribution
Amplifier and Format Converter, from MUTEC!
About this Manual
The structure of this manual refers to the normal process of installing
MC-2 in a standard audio studio environment. Thus the chapters are
ergonomically sorted to provide a fast set-up. Before first power-on we
recommend to read the chapters INTRODUCTION and BRIEF INSTRUCTIONS
to get to know the general functionality of MC-2 and to reach a fast system
integration.
The chapter OPERATION describes individual functions which enable the
adaption of MC-2 to every studio environment. The chapters APPLICATION
EXAMPLE and APPENDIX include descriptions of favorable studio set-ups as
well as all technical information.
If there are any uncertainties when operating the units which can not be
cleared up by the content of this manual, please feel free to contact your
local dealer or MUTEC directly. All contact details are included in chapter
WARRANTY REGULATIONS located at the beginning of the manual.
General Function Description
MC-2 is a high-performance digital audio and reference sync signal distribu-
tion amplifier and format converter for AES/EBU and AES/EBU ID signals.
MC-2 comes basically as an AES/EBU distribution amplifier. Additonally
AES/EBU ID interfaces are available as input and outputs. Using latest PLL
and conversion techniques, MC-2 processes reference signals aligned to
AES 3 / AES11 and AES 3 ID including all clock rates between 32 kHz and
192 kHz. Each interface standard offers one input whereas AES/EBU can be
distributed to 6 outputs and AES/EBU ID to 2 outputs.
Various operation modes enable the use of MC-2 in a wide range of appli-
cations. An input reference signal will be distributed to all outputs simulta-
neously. In this process, an electrical conversion between the AES/EBU and
the AES/EBU ID interfaces will be done automatically.
A supplied AES 3 signal can be format converted to AES 11 in realtime
and distributed through all outputs. If the original AES 3 signal is needed
furthermore, the first output of the according interface standard can be
switched to pass the original signal separately.
The voltage of the outputs of the AES/EBU ID interface can be switched
from standard 1 V to 3 V to enable longer cable runs.
All functions can be set convenient from the front panel with help of a
simple user interface. The device is shipped in a rugged aluminium housing
and meets CE, UL and FCC, part 15, specifications.
Features
AES/EBU and AES/EBU ID interfaces in one box.
Supports all audio-related clock rates between 32 kHz and 192 kHz.
Signal improvement by low-jitter PLLs.
Conversion from AES 3 to AES 11.
Detects and monitors all studio sampling rates between
32 kHz and 192 kHz.
Reference pass functionality.
Input lock detection.
All interfaces meet the specifications of the according AES and
AES ID standards.
Simple user interface.
Built-in international power supply.
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