Hardware Installation
NOTE: It is a good idea to make certain that an IRQ is available
for the Delta DiO 2496 to install to before proceeding, as resource
conflicts may cause a system to lock up. Open Control Panel |
System | Device Manager, then with "Computer" highlighted at
the top of the list, click Properties. This is a list of IRQs in use and
their related devices. The Delta DiO 2496 typically uses one of
these IRQ’s: 5, 7, 9-12, & 15. If a number does not show up in this
list, it means that it is available for use.
To mechanically install the Delta DiO 2496, do the following:
1. Turn off your computer.
2. Remove the computer’s cover and position the computer so that you may easily
access its PCI slots.
3. Select the PCI slot where you will install your Delta DiO card. Make sure it is
a PCI slot. If you don't know what "PCI slot" means, check the owner’s manu-
al for your computer. PCI slots are distinguishable from ISA slots by being
shorter and set back farther from the outside of the computer, however some
newer computers have only PCI slots.
4. Before removing the Delta DiO 2496 from its protective anti-static bag, touch the
metal power supply case of the computer in order to dissipate any static elec-
tricity your body may have accumulated. You might want to pick up a ground-
ing wrist strap (available from electronics stores like Radio Shack) if you want
to be doubly sure you aren't carrying a static charge that could damage the card.
5. Remove the metal bracket that covers the access hole on the back of the com-
puter. This bracket is usually fastened to the computer with a single screw.
6. Remove the Delta DiO 2496 from its anti-static bag. In the lower lefthand cor-
ner you will see two (2) jumpers, one for the left and one for the right analog out-
puts. These jumpers control the operating line level of the DiO’s analog outputs.
With jumpers on (default), line level is set to -10dB (fine for consumer audio
equipment). Remove these jumpers if you wish to operate the analog outputs at
+ 4dB (better for pro audio equipment).
7. Position the Delta DiO 2496 card over the target PCI slot and fit the card loose-
ly over it with the Delta DiO card upright. Press the card gently but firmly down-
ward into the slot until the card is completely and squarely seated in the slot. If
the card seems difficult to seat, a slight rocking motion may help.
8. Screw the Delta DiO 2496 metal bracket down into the screw hole on the back
of your computer using the screw you removed in step 5 above.
9. Place the cover back on your computer.
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