Pinot User Manual
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CONNECTIONS
Analog inputs:
XLR and RCA via adapters (included)
Digital outputs:
AES:
XLR connector for AES/EBU formatted stereo linear PCM data, up to
24bits and up to 192kHz and 64FS DSD via DoP. The signal on this
output connector is always directly from the A/D converter.
COAX:
same as AES, but COAX formatted on RCA connector. The signal on
this output connector is always directly from the A/D converter.
PLAYLINK:
This optical proprietary link (PlayLink) is used to connect to other
Playback Designs equipment, such as the Merlot D/A Converter. This
connection supports multiple audio formats and should be used for
native monitoring and native playback via the Merlot D/A converter.
Depending on whether the USB connector is used or not, the signal on
this output connector is either the loop-back signal from the external
computer or directly from the A/D converter.
USB:
USB connection to computer running the recording software. As soon
as a computer is connected the front panel buttons to select the sample
rate are disabled. In this case you need to set the sample rate through
the recording software on your computer.
AUX:
For future expansion
WCLK IN:
Word clock input on BNC connector. The word clock frequency can be
any binary multiple of the base frequencies of 44.1kHz or 48kHz up to
512FS.
WCLK OUT:
A Word clock signal is provided on this BNC output connector. The
frequency of this signal is always the base sample rate (44.1kHz or
48kHz).
Power:
Before connecting the Pinot to the AC mains, please make sure that the rated voltage is
set correctly as indicated on the rear panel. Operating the system at the wrong voltage will
damage the unit. The voltage rating of the power supply cannot be changed by the user.
A surge protector should be used to protect this product from harmful power surges.
