Steinberg Nuendo SyncStation, Operation Manual

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Connecting the SyncStation
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The SyncStation has two USB identification modes:
“MIDI Class” and “Steinberg”. While the default setting is
“Steinberg”, it may be necessary to try “MIDI Class” in or-
der for Nuendo to recognize the SyncStation. Refer to
“USB 05 - USB Driver” on page 36 for more information.
Frame and clock reference inputs
There are several inputs on the SyncStation that can be
used as frame or clock references to the system. Your
particular setup will determine which of these connections
you will use.
The following inputs are available:
• Video Sync In
• Word clock In
• AES 1 In
• AES 2 In
• SPDIF In
• Optical Toslink In
• MIDI In
• LTC In
• Sony P2 (9-Pin, RS422) In
Slave clocks (outputs)
Slave devices need to have the same clock reference as
the SyncStation. The rear panel offers multiple clock out-
puts to connect various devices in your system to the
SyncStation, ensuring accurate speed between devices.
The following outputs are available:
• Four separate word clock outputs, each with its own multiplier.
• AES 1 Out (XLR)
• AES 2 Out (BNC)
• SPDIF Out
• Optical Toslink Out
Each of these connections can function as a clock refer-
ence for another digital audio device.
Machine control
External machines can be connected to the SyncStation
using the MIDI and Sony P2 (9-Pin RS422) connections.
The RS422 In should be connected to a master controller
device that will control the selected timecode source. The
RS422 Out should be connected to any 9-Pin device that
you want to control.
GPIO (General Purpose Input Output)
The GPIO interface uses the D sub 25 pin connector on
the rear of the SyncStation. The GPIO logic can be uti-
lized to remotely control the SyncStation, connect record
and “on air” indicator lights and other custom applications.
The pin assignment is provided in the section
“Specifica-
tions” on page 42 . Refer to a qualified engineer or elec-
tronics specialist to connect and use the GPIO interface.
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Please note that the SyncStation back panel optical
connector can only be used for SPDIF signals (and
not for ADAT signals).