Typical Setup
Balanced signal source
Stereo96 ADC is equipped with 2 XLR analog inputs. For best signal
to noise performance it is recommended the signal source has a
typical low impedance output with st4dB line level balanced
signal. Alternatively a weaker unbalanced signal source can be used as
described in subsequent paragraph.
In typical setup the ADC is running on its internal clock with the rest
of equipment synchronized to Mytek clock either through digital
output signal or wordclock. In this configuration Mytek ADC serves
as a very stable low jitter house clock which increases the integrity
and robustness of the rest of the system. Because of careful design this
clock is as good or better than dedicated studio clock generators.
Unlike in lesser quality equipment there is no sonic benefit in
clocking Mytek ADC externally. In case of such operational need
refer to "Sampling frequencies and external synchronization".
Setup for typical balanced operation includes following steps:
1. Setup all other connections.
2. Select desired clock source (sync), either internal or external. If
external wordclock or superclock source is required for systemic
reasons, setup its mode using the DIP switch as described in "Internal
jumpers".
The wordclock source can be terminated with internal 75 Ohm resistor
inside the Mytek unit (see: "Internal jumpers"). The termination is
recommended when using long wordclock cables (above 10 ft) and
when the wordclock source is capable handling such termination. Do
not terminate if the source is not capable of high current drive or cable
is short.
3. Select sampling frequency. If wordclock/superclock is used the
sampling frequency has to correspond to external clock frequency
(can be multiple, see: "Internal jumpers")
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