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MAIN FRAME - FRONT & REAR PANEL
DB-8 Mainframe Front
Power Key
Switches power On/Off.
3.5” floppy disc slot
For storing presets and loading software-upgrades.
DB-8 Mainframe Rear
I/O Slot A
I/O Slot B
DSP Slot
I/O Slot C
I/O Slots A, B and C
These slots are used for I/O cards ADA 24/96.
Slots must be filled consecutively in alphabetic order.
The DB-8 DSP card fits in the DSP slot only. When I/O
cards are mounted, dip switches on the cards must be set
accordingly. Please see page 7.
• An AES-8 card should be installed in “I/O Slot B.”
• An optional AES-3 Coax card with eight 75 Ohm BNC
connections is also available. Please see page 5 of this
chapter for more information.
DSP Slot
The DB-8 DSP card is placed in the DSP Slot.
Power In
100-230V AC. 50/60Hz - auto-select.
SMPTE
1/4” connection for SMPTE sync. Input.
Ethernet/LAN
Connection for external control devices such as a computer
with installed net adaptor or the TC Icon.
The type is 32 bit PCI Ethernet interface fully compliant
with IEE 802.3u 10/100 Mbps CSMA/CD standards.
The connector type is a 100Base-T RJ-45 (CN13)
Ground Lift
Use this standard chassis ground lift if you encounter
problems with “hum.”
MIDI In, Thru and Out
5 pin DIN connectors.
Remote
This connection is for service and test purposes only.
Pedal
General Purpose Input. Connect a TC Master Fader or a
tip to ground switch. Applications vary depending on the
specific algorithm.
Rackmounting Advice
• The DB-8 mainframe should not be placed in an
environment with a temperature exceeding 50 degrees
celsius.
• Do not cover the ventilation openings on the sides of the
frame.
The cooling fan is activated according to the
temperature inside.
PCMCIA slot
For future software facilities and handling of additional
preset banks.
Power On LED
During start-up this LED is red. When the unit is ready for
use, the LED will turn green.
