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ADA-8405-C User Manual (Iss. 02)

Overview

The ADA-8405-C is a remote gain analog audio distribution amplifier designed for broadcast use. 
It can be used as either a mono 1x8, or two channel (stereo) 1x4 audio DA. When used with a Full 
Rear Module, it provides eight copies of the single (mono) input signal or four copies each of the 
two (stereo) inputs. 

The 8320AR-043 Split Rear Module can support two ADA-8405-C cards, each operating as a 
1x4 audio DA. This can be used to separate left and right stereo pair signals to be amplified in 
separate paths for critical signals.

The ADA-8405-C is also ideal to distribute Timecode (LTC) throughout a facility. In single 
channel, 1x8 mode, the ADA-8405-C provides eight copies of the incoming single when used 
with the Full Rear Modules or four copies of the incoming signal when used with the 
8320AR-043 Split Rear Module.

Features

The following features make the ADA-8405-C the best solution for distributing analog audio 
signals:

• 1x8 Mono or 1x4 stereo analog audio distribution
• +/- 15dB remote gain control
• Summing capability
• Low distortion
• 1x8 or high density 1x4 Timecode (LTC) Distribution
• Higher density with up to 20 cards per frame in the DFR-8321 and OG3-FR series frames 

using 8320AR-043 Split Rear Modules

• Balanced inputs/outputs
• 5-year transferable warranty

Summary of Contents for ADA-8405-C

Page 1: ...ADA 8405 C Analog Audio and Timecode Distribution Amplifier User Manual...

Page 2: ...518 1127289 Other patents pending Notice The material in this manual is furnished for informational use only It is subject to change without notice and should not be construed as commitment by Ross Vi...

Page 3: ...ot avoided may result in major or minor equipment damage or a situation which could place the equipment in a non compliant operating state ESD Susceptibility This symbol is used to alert the user that...

Page 4: ...ith the essential requirements and other relevant provisions of CE Directive 93 68 EEC INTERNATIONAL This equipment has been tested to CISPR 22 1997 along with amendments A1 2000 and A2 2002 and found...

Page 5: ...ural resources Ross Video encourages you to use the appropriate take back systems These systems will reuse or recycle most of the materials from your end of life equipment in an environmentally friend...

Page 6: ...1K0 Ogdensburg New York Canada USA 13669 0880 General Business Office 1 613 652 4886 Fax 1 613 652 4425 Technical Support 1 613 652 4886 After Hours Emergency 1 613 349 0006 E mail Technical Support t...

Page 7: ...stalling a Rear Module 2 3 Installing the ADA 8405 C 2 4 Cabling for the ADA 8405 C 2 5 DFR 8310 Series Frame Cabling Overview 2 5 DFR 8321 and OG3 FR Series Frame Cabling Overview 2 5 Software Upgrad...

Page 8: ...ii Contents ADA 8405 C User Manual Iss 02...

Page 9: ...Terminal Equipment family of products backed by Ross Video s experience in engineering and design expertise since 1974 You will be pleased at how easily your new ADA 8405 C fits into your overall wor...

Page 10: ...hs for critical signals The ADA 8405 C is also ideal to distribute Timecode LTC throughout a facility In single channel 1x8 mode the ADA 8405 C provides eight copies of the incoming single when used w...

Page 11: ...erating Mode is set to Stereo DA 2x4 and using the 8310AR 042 or 8320AR 042 rear modules Figure 1 1 Simplified Block Diagram 8310AR 042 and 8320AR 042 Full Rear Module Figure 1 2 illustrates the ADA 8...

Page 12: ...Board User Manual available from our website Card edge Controls The ADA 8405 C provides card edge controls for adjusting the output levels selecting the operation mode and configuring remote control o...

Page 13: ...0 slot DFR 8321 series frames and any available options unless otherwise noted OG3 FR series frame refers to all versions of the OG3 FR series frame and any available options unless otherwise noted op...

Page 14: ...1 6 Introduction ADA 8405 C User Manual Iss 02...

Page 15: ...ides instructions for installing the Rear Module s for the ADA 8405 C installing the card into the frame cabling details and updating the card software The following topics are discussed Before You Be...

Page 16: ...cautions as described in the following note Unpacking Unpack each ADA 8405 C you received from the shipping container and ensure that all items are included If any items are missing or damaged contact...

Page 17: ...a Full Rear Module use the even numbered slots such as 2 or 4 to ensure that the card aligns with the rear module Installing a Rear Module If the Rear Module is already installed proceed to the secti...

Page 18: ...r s manual for specific instructions To install the ADA 8405 C in an openGear frame 1 Locate the Rear Module you installed in the procedure Installing a Rear Module on page 2 3 2 Hold the ADA 8405 C b...

Page 19: ...is used with the following Rear Modules 8320AR 042 Full Rear Module Each module occupies two slots and accommodates one card This rear module provides two analog inputs and eight analog outputs Figur...

Page 20: ...you are upgrading multiple cards Click Next to display the Select Destination menu This menu provides a list of the compatible cards based on the card selected in step 2 Specify the card s to upload t...

Page 21: ...rols 3 1 User Controls In This Chapter This chapter provides a general overview of the user controls available on the ADA 8405 C The following topics are discussed Card Overview Configuring the DIP Sw...

Page 22: ...ls are ignored This is the default setting SW2 DIP Switch Control Use SW2 to determine whether DIP Switch settings are applied or ignored Set SW2 as follows ON DIP Switch status is reported in DashBoa...

Page 23: ...onjunction to set the output mode of the ADA 8405 C Table 3 1 lists the combinations of DIP Switch settings for SW3 and SW4 Specifying the Gain SW6 SW10 are used in conjunction to specify the coarse l...

Page 24: ...FF OFF UNITY ON OFF OFF OFF ON 1 ON OFF OFF ON OFF 2 ON OFF OFF ON ON 3 ON OFF ON OFF OFF 4 ON OFF ON OFF ON 5 ON OFF ON ON OFF 6 ON OFF ON ON ON 7 ON ON OFF OFF OFF 8 ON ON OFF OFF ON 9 ON ON OFF ON...

Page 25: ...Ds for the ADA 8405 C Refer to Figure 3 3 for the location of the LEDs Figure 3 3 ADA 8405 C Card edge LEDs Status and Selection LEDs on the ADA 8405 C Table 3 3 describes the PWR LED Table 3 3 LEDs o...

Page 26: ...3 6 User Controls ADA 8405 C User Manual Iss 02...

Page 27: ...In This Chapter This chapter briefly summarize the menus items and parameters available from the DashBoard Control System for the ADA 8405 C Parameters marked with an asterisk are the factory default...

Page 28: ...4 1 summarizes the read only information displayed in the Product tab Table 4 1 Product Tab Items Tab Title Item Parameters Description Card Info Read only Card Name Analog Audio and Timecode Distrib...

Page 29: ...1 1 2 1 3 and 1 4 ANLG In 2 outputs to ANLG Out 2 1 2 2 2 3 and 2 4 Mono DA 1x8 ANLG In 1 outputs to all eight ANLG outputs Stereo Sum Card outputs a sum of ANLG In 1 and 2 to all eight ANLG outputs S...

Page 30: ...4 4 DashBoard Menus ADA 8405 C User Manual Iss 02...

Page 31: ...ons 5 1 Specifications In This Chapter This chapter provides the technical specification information for the ADA 8405 C Note that specifications are subject to change without notice The following topi...

Page 32: ...Number of Inputs 8310AR 042 and 8320AR 042 2 8320AR 043 1 Input Impedance 20Kohm balanced Connector WECO Maximum Input Level 27 5dBu Performance Gain 15dB to 15dB Frequency Response 0 1dB from 20Hz t...

Page 33: ...ADA 8405 C User Manual Iss 02 Service Information 6 1 Service Information In This Chapter This chapter contains the following sections Troubleshooting Checklist Warranty and Repair Policy...

Page 34: ...on the distribution frame front panel for the presence of power If the power LED is not illuminated verify that the power cable is connected to a power source and that power is available at the power...

Page 35: ...ADA 8405 C User Manual provides all pertinent information for the safe installation and operation of your openGear Product Ross Video policy dictates that all repairs to the ADA 8405 C are to be condu...

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