Lynx Studio L22 User Manual
Installation and Users Guide
Lynx Studio Technology, Inc.
www.lynxstudio.com
support@lynxstudio.com
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Contents
Introduction ............................................................................................................. 4
Before Y ou Begin ............................................................................................... 4
Manual Conventions........................................................................................... 5
W arranty Registration......................................................................................... 5
Windows 98/ME® Installation ............................................................................... 6
Running Setup .................................................................................................... 6
Installing the Lynx L22....................................................................................... 6
Restarting Y our Computer .................................................................................. 6
Windows NT/2000/XP® Installation...................................................................... 7
Installing the Lynx L22....................................................................................... 7
Running Setup .................................................................................................... 7
External Connections .............................................................................................. 8
Analog Audio...................................................................................................... 8
Digital Audio ...................................................................................................... 9
Sync Input and Clock Output Connectors .......................................................... 9
Header Connectors ............................................................................................. 9
Using Your L ynx L22 ............................................................................................. 10
The Lynx L22 Mixer ........................................................................................ 10
Windows Quick Audio Test.............................................................................. 12
Mixer Reference..................................................................................................... 13
Mixer Menu ...................................................................................................... 13
Adapter Window............................................................................................... 13
Record Window................................................................................................ 16
Play Window .................................................................................................... 16
Outputs Window............................................................................................... 17
Working with Third Party Applications.............................................................. 18
Compatibility .................................................................................................... 18
Lynx L22 Devices............................................................................................. 18
Controlling Audio Bit Depth ............................................................................ 18
Simultaneous Device and Multitrack Operation............................................... 19
Configuring Multiple Lynx L22’s......................................................................... 20
Adapter ID’s in a Multiple Card System .......................................................... 20
Selection of Master and Slave Clocks .............................................................. 20
Cable Connections............................................................................................ 21
Mixer Settings .................................................................................................. 21
Troubleshooting ..................................................................................................... 22
Support ................................................................................................................... 25
Appendix................................................................................................................. 26
Specifications ................................................................................................... 26
XLR Connector W iring and Adapters .............................................................. 28
Connector Pinouts ............................................................................................ 31
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Introduction
Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Lynx L22™! W e are proud to provide you with a reliable,
professional quality product for your digital audio requirements. This Installation and
Users Guide provides basic information to help you get started.
Before You Begin
Before you begin the installation of your Lynx L22 card, we recommend that you read
through the Installation and Users Guide to acquire an overview of the installation
procedure and use of the Lynx L22. Y ou should have a working knowledge of Windows
and general PC concepts. Additionally, refer to your computer’s documentation for
any special instructions regarding the installation of expansion cards and peripheral
equipment.
Contents
Verify that you received the following in the L ynx L22 shipping carton:
• Lynx L22 PCI Card in cushioned antistatic bag
• Lynx L22Audio Cable (six-foot cable with 4 XLR connectors)
• Lynx L22Sync Cable (two-foot cable with 2 BNC connectors and six-foot
cable with 2 XLR connectors)
• S/P DIF Adapter Cable Set (18” XLR Male to RCA Male and 18” XLR Female
to RCA Male)
• Lynx L22 Installation and Users Guide
• LynxTWO/Lynx L22 Setup Disk for Windows
• W arranty Registration Card
Optional Equipment
The following equipment may be required depending on the configuration of your
system and the type of devices the Lynx L22 is connected to:
• Lynx Internal Clock Cable (available from Lynx)
• Lynx Universal Clock Cable (available from Lynx)
• XLR to TRS or XLR to RCA adapter cables (available from Lynx)
System Requirements
Verify that your computer meets or exceeds the following configuration:
• Intel Pentium-class processor or 100% compatible
• Apple Macintosh
• 1 empty PCI Slot
• Video display with 1024x768 resolution
• 32 MB RAM
• Windows 98/ME
• Windows NT/2000/XP
• Macintosh OS 9
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Introduction
Manual Conventions
This manual uses the following typographic conventions:
• Underlined text denotes characters that are to be typed using the keyboard.
• ALL UPPER CASE text denotes the names of specific connectors.
• First Character Upper Case text denotes Lynx L22 Mixer control names or
menu options.
• Italic text denotes emphasis or a warning.
• Phrases, such as Start > Programs > L ynx Studio T echnology , use the greater
than (“>”) sign to separate multiple menu options or icon names that are
selected with a keyboard or mouse action.
Warranty Registration
We are committed to providing you with the best service possible. To help us serve
you better, please be sure to register your L ynx L22 using one of the following methods:
1. Fill out and mail the Warranty Registration Card included with your L ynx L22.
2. Use the Online Registration W izard. T o start the wizard, click on S tart > Programs
> Lynx Studio Technology > Online Registration Wizard. If you do not have an
internet connection on the computer you installed your Lynx L22 in, simply copy
the REGISTER.EXE program from the C:\Program Files\Lynx S tudio T echnology
folder to a computer with an internet connection and run REGISTER.EXE from
there.
3. Register on the web at:
http://www.lynxstudio.com/support.html
Once you are registered you will automatically receive notifications of new products
and upgrades.
Locating the Serial Number of Y our Lynx L22
To register your Lynx L22, you must supply its serial number. The serial number is
located on a label attached to the back of the card and on the shipping carton. You can
also determine the serial number of your card by selecting About Mixer in the Mixer
menu of the Lynx L22 Mixer. When registering with the Online Registration Wizard,
the serial number will be automatically entered.
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Installation
Windows 98/ME® Installation
The procedure for installing the Lynx L22 in Windows 98/ME requires that the Lynx
L22 Setup Program be run before you install your Lynx L22 inside your computer.
This program will install the required driver files needed for the Windows Plug-andPlay configuration manager to recognize the Lynx L22 as a new device and will install
the Lynx L22 Mixer application.
Running Setup
1. With your computer running Windows 98/ME, insert the 3½” floppy supplied
with your Lynx L22 into your computer’ s floppy disk drive.
2. Select “Start” from your system menu, then “Run…”.
3. Type A:\SETUP.EXE into the Run window and select the OK button.
4. The “LynxTWO/Lynx L22 Windows 98 Driver Installation Wizard” will appear.
5. After reading the instructions on the screen, press “Continue”.
6. The Driver Installation W izard will copy all of the files needed to the appropriate
directories.
7. When the “Installation Complete” message appears, read the instructions on the
screen, then press “Shutdown”.
Installing the Lynx L22
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer system and disconnect the power cords.
2. Touch a metal plate on your computer system to ground yourself and discharge
any static electricity.
3. Remove the cover from your computer system case. You should refer to your
computer system documentation for any special instructions on installing expansion
cards and peripheral equipment.
4. Find an empty PCI slot in your computer.
5. Unscrew and remove the slot cover from your selected PCI slot.
6. Remove your Lynx L22 from its static bag and gently insert it into the selected
PCI slot. Press it down firmly so that the contacts are securely seated in the slot.
7. Secure the Lynx L22 card with the screw removed from the slot cover.
8. Replace the computer system case and plug in your computer.
9. Connect the L2Audio and L2Sync cables to the Lynx L22. See the External
Connections section for more information.
Restarting Your Computer
1. Turn on your computer and start Windows.
2. After the Windows logo splash screen is complete, the Plug-and-Play configuration
manager will display a “Found New Hardware” message.
3. Windows will ask where the driver is located. You should enter:
C:\Windows\System
Then click on “OK”.
4. Depending on your hardware setup, Windows may need to restart before
proceeding.
5. Please read the “Release Notes” in the startup menu “Lynx Studio Technology”
group.
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Installation
Windows NT/2000/XP® Installation
The procedure for installing the Lynx L22 in W indows NT/2000/XP requires that you
install your Lynx L22 inside your computer before the L ynx L22 Setup Program is run.
This program will install all the required driver files and the Lynx L22 Mixer application
as well as configure your system to recognize the Lynx L22.
Installing the Lynx L22
1. Turn OFF the power to your computer system and disconnect the power cords.
2. Touch a metal plate on your computer system to ground yourself and discharge
any static electricity.
3. Remove the cover from your computer system case. You should refer to your
computer system documentation for any special instructions on installing expansion
cards and peripheral equipment.
4. Find an empty PCI slot in your computer.
5. Unscrew and remove the slot cover from your selected PCI slot.
6. Remove your Lynx L22 from its static bag and gently insert it into the selected
PCI slot. Press it down firmly so that the contacts are securely seated in the slot.
7. Secure the Lynx L22 card with the screw removed from the slot cover.
8. Replace the computer system case and plug in your computer.
9. Connect the L2Audio and L2Sync cables to the Lynx L22. See the External
Connections section for more information.
Running Setup
1. Turn on your computer and start Windows.
2. When Windows 2000/XP loads, you will receive a “Found New Hardware”
notification followed by a “Found New Hardware Wizard” window . Press “Cancel”
to continue. W indows NT 4 will not give this notification.
3. With Windows running, insert the 3½” floppy supplied with your Lynx L22 into
your computer’s floppy disk drive.
4. Select “Start” from your system menu, then “Run…”.
5. Type A:\SETUP.EXE into the Run window and select the OK button.
6. The “LynxTWO/L ynx L22 W indows NT Driver Installation W izard” will appear .
7. After reading the instructions on the screen, press “Continue”.
8. The Driver Installation W izard will copy all of the files needed to the appropriate
directories.
9. When the “Installation Complete” message appears, read the instructions on the
screen, then press “Close”.
10. Please read the “Release Notes” in the startup menu “Lynx Studio Technology”
group.
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External Connections
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External Connections
The Lynx L22 includes two break-out cables that provide connections for external
equipment. The L2Audio cable provides XLR connectors for analog audio signals.
The L22Sync cable provides XLR connectors for digital audio signals and female
BNC connectors for clock input and output.
T wo bracket mounted D-connectors provide connection ports for the break-out cables:
the L22Audio Port is a 25-pin female D-connector and the L22Sync port is a highdensity 15-pin female D-connector.
L22Audio Por
L22Sync Port
Referring to figure above, locate the L22Audio Port and the L22Sync Port on the
mounting bracket of the Lynx L22. Insert the L22Audio cable into the L22Audio Port
and tighten the thumb screws on the cable shell. Insert the L22Sync cable into the
L22Sync Port and tighten the thumb screws on the cable shell.
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LStream 2
Port
L22
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CLOCK IN
Port
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CLOCK OUT
Port
Use of both cables is not a requirement. If you will be using only the analog audio
capabilities of the Lynx L22, for example, there is no reason to connect the L22Sync
cable.
Analog Audio
The Lynx L22 XLR connectors on the Audio Cable, labeled IN 1, IN 2, OUT 1 and
OUT 2, are used to connect balanced and unbalanced analog equipment to the analog
inputs and outputs of the Lynx L22. Make connections to professional consoles and
other balanced equipment directly with these connectors. Connect to balanced
equipment with ¼” TRS jacks using XLR-to-TRS adapters such as the Lynx CBLXF2TM18 (female XLR) and the Lynx CBL-XM2TM18 (male XLR). Connect to
unbalanced consumer devices with RCA jacks using XLR-to-RCA adapters such as
the Lynx CBL-XF2RM18 (female XLR) and the L ynx CBL-XM2RM18 (male XLR).
Adapters with line transformers are not required. Refer to the “XLR Connector Wiring
and Adapters” section for information regarding XLR adapter construction.
The nominal analog signal levels are compatible with either professional or consumer
equipment. Use the Trim controls on the L ynx L22 Mixer application to select +4dBu
for balanced professional devices or –10dBV for balanced or unbalanced consumer
devices.
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External Connections
Please note that with 16 dB of headroom, the Lynx L22’s analog outputs are capable
of delivering +20 dBu signal levels. It is important to verify that the equipment you
are driving is capable of handling these signal levels in order to prevent clipping or
possible damage.
Digital Audio
The XLR connectors on the L22Sync Cable, labeled DIGIT AL IN and DIGIT AL OUT
are used for AES/EBU and S/P DIF digital audio connections. Connect AES/EBU
devices directly and select AES/EBU Digital Format in the L ynx L22 mixer application.
Connect to S/P DIF devices using the supplied XLR-to-RCA adapters. Select S/P DIF
Digital Format in the Lynx L22 mixer application.
Sync Input and Clock Output Connectors
T wo BNC connectors on the L22Sync Cable, labeled SYNC IN and CLOCK OUT are
used to synchronize the Lynx L22 with external equipment. The connectors support
TTL signals and should be connected with 75-ohm coaxial cable. Connect the SYNC
IN connector to the clock output of an external device and select External as the Sample
Clock Source in the L ynx L22 mixer. Adjust the clock Reference to match the incoming
clock type.
CLOCK OUT is a word clock that tracks the sample rate of the L ynx L22. Connect this
output to the word clock input of an external device.
Header Connectors
The Header connectors labeled CLOCK IN and CLOCK OUT are used to synchronize
the Lynx L22 with equipment located inside your computer. For systems containing
multiple Lynx L22’ s, these connectors are utilized to synchronize the sample clocks of
each card. The connectors support TTL level signals and should be connected using
the Lynx Internal Clock Cable, L ynx Universal Clock Cable or similar 75-ohm coaxial
cable.
Connect the CLOCK IN connector to the clock output of an internal device and select
Header as the clock source in the Lynx L22 mixer . Adjust the clock Reference to match
the incoming clock type.
The signal on the CLOCK OUT header is a word clock that tracks the sample rate of
the Lynx L22. Connect this output to the word clock input of an internal device or
another Lynx L22.
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Using Your Lynx L22
Using Your Lynx L22
With the L ynx L22 and its drivers properly installed in your computer , you can begin to
use its capabilities with any third party audio application running under Windows or
ASIO compliant applications under Macintosh OS. In order for these applications to
access the Lynx L22 you must select one of the Lynx L22 audio devices in an
application’s configuration menu for audio or wave. Refer to the “Working with Third
Party Applications” section for more information regarding device selection.
Prior to audio recording or playback, you should also use the Lynx L22 Mixer application
to adjust the Trim and Digital Format to match the equipment connected to your Lynx
L22. Failure to do so may result in improper operation or damage to external
equipment.
The Lynx L22 Mixer
The Lynx L22 Mixer , which is installed during setup, provides software control of the
features of the Lynx L22 and a visual indication of audio signal level during recording
and playback.
It can be used dynamically to change operational settings of the Lynx L22, but in most
cases once the settings are configured for a particular studio installation they require
no adjustment.
Starting the Mixer
After installation, the Lynx L22 Mixer icon, will appear on the W indows task bar
in the lower right corner of your screen. By double clicking on this icon with your left
mouse button, the Lynx L22 Mixer will launch. Alternatively, a single click with your
right mouse button on this icon will open a menu that provides access to basic mixer
controls and an “Open Mixer” selection that will also start the mixer.
If the icon does not appear on the W indows task bar, the L ynx L22 mixer can be started
be selecting Start > Programs > L ynx Studio Technology > LynxTWO Mixer.
General Operation
If you are simply recording and playing digital audio without synchronizing to an external
clock source, you can begin using the Lynx L22 by simply setting the analog Trim
level and/or the Digital Format if required. Input monitoring can be enabled by selecting
the desired Monitor Source and then clicking the Monitor buttons on the Analog and/
or Digital Out panels.
Typically, it is convenient to keep the Mixer running on your Windows desktop to
monitor signal levels or to allow instant access to Mixer controls requiring dynamic
changes. The Mixer can be forced to appear on top of other applications by selecting
the “Always On T op” option in the Settings pull-down menu.
For further information about the Lynx L22 Mixer controls refer to the “Lynx L22
Mixer Reference” section for a complete description.
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Using Your Lynx L22
Mixer Configuration Recall
The state of the Mixer settings are saved each time W indows is shut down. The stored
settings are automatically recalled the next time W indows is restarted.
Clock Source Requirements
A valid clock source signal must be connected to the appropriate Lynx L22 clock
connector when the Sample Clock Source is set to either Digital, External, or Header.
If a signal is not present, the sample clock generator will run very slowly or erratically .
Symptoms of this problem include audio files that sound either fast, slow or garbled.
When a valid clock source is present, the frequency and type of clock signal must
match the Sample Clock Reference setting selected in the Mixer. The frequency of
word clock sources, chosen by setting the Sample Clock Source/Reference to either
Digital/Auto, External/Word, or Header/Word, must match the sample rate specified
when recording new files or the sample rate associated with a previously recorded file
during playback. For example, if a 44.1 kHz word clock is connected to the external
clock input, the Sample Clock Source/Reference must be set to External/W ord and the
sample rate must be set to 44.1 kHz when a new file is being recorded in an application.
Failure to do so will result in files being recorded at the wrong sample rate.
Volume Faders and Signal Quality
The faders in the Lynx L22 Mixer perform digital attenuation on audio signals in the
digital domain. The attenuation is applied to the digitized signals just prior to the D/A
converters.
As with any digital signal processing function, the digital attenuation calculations used
by the Lynx L22 can introduce arithmetic errors that can add small amounts of noise to
signals. To insure the highest signal quality it is highly recommended that the faders
be left in their maximum position during critical recording and playback. In this
position, no attenuation calculations are performed.
Mono Recording and Playback Operation
When recording a file in mono, the Lynx L22 will provide an audio signal from the left
channel only. The audio signal from right channel is not used. When playing back a
file in mono, the Lynx L22 will send the signal to both the left and right outputs. To
force playback on a single output, turn up the volume for the desired output, and turn
down the volume for the output to be muted.
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