Word Clock Output
The Word Clock Output connector sends out 500ADAT’s current timing information in order to
slave other digital units off of 500ADAT’s internal clock. If 500R8 is slaving from another source,
the Word Clock Output passes through the recovery clock information to sync further
downstream equipment.
Note:
When possible, use a clock distribution device to distribute word clock accurately
and reliably to all devices. When possible, use 500ADAT as the master clock to your
system.
Clock Settings DIP switches
500ADAT can be integrated into your studio as either a master or slave device by configuring
its Clock Settings DIP switches. These DIP switches allow for direct control over 500ADAT’s
internal clock and are divided into Sample Rate selection (switches 1-4) and Clock Source
selection (switches 5-8).
The clock source can be assigned to 3 different options to allow for maximum integration into
your studio space.
Internal Clock (default, recommended)
Configures 500ADAT to generate its own ultra-low
jitter clock. This setting should be used when
500ADAT is set as the clock master of your system.
This setting guarantees the best performance from
500ADAT’s converters.
Note:
When using 500ADAT as the clock master
and clocking using it’s Internal Clock, the
connected audio interface must be
configured to receive it’s clock via it’s
ADAT or Word Clock input.
Word Clock
Configures 500ADAT to slave from a device
connected to its Word Clock Input connector. This
setting should be used if you need 500ADAT to
slave off of your audio interface via word clock.
ADAT Recovered
Configures 500ADAT to slave from a device
connected to its ADAT IN 1 connector. This setting
should be used if you need 500ADAT to slave off of
your audio interface via ADAT.
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