Lynx Studio LS-AES User Manual

LS-AES

Owner’s Manual

LS-AES

Contents

Contents..................................................................................................................................................1

Introduction............................................................................................................................................2

Before You Begin ...................................................................................................................................2

Contents..............................................................................................................................................2

Optional Equipment............................................................................................................................2

System Requirements .........................................................................................................................2

Manual Conventions...............................................................................................................................3

Warranty Registration............................................................................................................................3

Locating the Serial Number of Your LS -AES ...................................................................................3

Installation Procedure.............................................................................................................................4

LynxTWO/L22 Driver ........................................................................................................................4

LynxTWO/L22 Firmware ..................................................................................................................4

LS-AES Internal Card Installation.....................................................................................................5

External Connections..............................................................................................................................6

LynxTWO / L22 Mixer Controls ...........................................................................................................7

LStream Panel Control Description....................................................................................................7

Digital I/O Panel Description .............................................................................................................8

LStream Interface to the Host LynxTWO/L22 ......................................................................................9

LS-AES Output Routing.......................................................................................................................10

Output Channel Source Selection.....................................................................................................10

LStream Output Channel Group Mapping .......................................................................................11

LS-AES Input Routing .........................................................................................................................12

WideWire Channel Mapping................................................................................................................13

Clocking and Synchronization.............................................................................................................14

Dual Card Systems ...........................................................................................................................14

Support .................................................................................................................................................15

Digital I/O Port Pinout: ........................................................................................................................15

Specifications .......................................................................................................................................16

License Agreement...............................................................................................................................17

Limited Warranty.................................................................................................................................17

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LS-AES

Introduction

Thank you for purchasing the LS -AES™! We are proud to provide you with a reliable, professional
quality product for your digital audio requirements.

This manual provides basic information to help you get started. Additional information is available
via our web site and email support. Please refer to the support section at the end of this manual for
support contact information.

The LS -AES is an 8-channel AES/EBU or S/PDIF LStream interface module that is designed for
use with the LynxTWO and L22 professional audio interfaces. The device communicates via Lynx’s
proprietary LStream multi-channel interface.

The internal header LStream port on the LynxTWO/L22 provides support for connecting two LS ­AES internal cards. In this case, the number of AES or S/PDIF channels is doubled.

Before You Begin

We recommend that you read through the manual to acquire an overview of the installation procedure
and use of the LS -AES. You should have a working knowledge of Windows and general PC
concepts. Additionally, refer to the User’s Guide included with your LynxTWO or L22.

Contents

Verify that you received the following in the LS -AES shipping carton:

• LS-AES card in cushioned antistatic bag

• LS-AES digital I/O cable (six-foot cable with eight XLR connectors)

• LS-AES LStream cable (gray ribbon cable with three IDC connectors)

• Warranty Registration Card

Optional Equipment

The following equipment may be required depending on the configuration of your system and the
type of devices the LS -AES is connected to:

• Lynx P/N CBL-XFDRM18: female S/PDIF adapter cable for digital outputs

• Lynx P/N CBL-XMDRM18: male S/PDIF adapter cable for digital inputs

System Requirements

Verify that your computer meets or exceeds the following the system requirements specified in the
LynxTWO or L22 User’s Guide.

The LS -AES requires one expansion card position in your computer. A PCI slot is not required. The
LS-AES derives all signals from the host LynxTWO/L22 card via the LStream ribbon cable.

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LS-AES

Manual Conventions

The term “LynxTWO/L22” is a reference to either the LynxTWO or L22. Both products are
compatible with the LS -AES.

This manual uses the following typographic conventions:

• ALL UPPER CASE text denotes the names of specific connectors.

• Italic text denotes emphasis or a warning.

• Phrases, such as Start > Programs > Lynx Studio Technology, 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 pos sible. To help us serve you better,
please be sure to register your LS -AES using one of the following methods:

• Fill out and mail the Warranty Registration Card included with your LS -AES.

• 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 Your LS-AES

To register your LS -AES, 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.

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LS-AES

Installation Procedure

The following installation procedure must be followed in the order described to insure proper
operation.

LynxTWO/L22 Driver

Verify that the driver installed for your LynxTWO/L22 is Build 049 or later. You can determine the
driver version by selecting About Mixer in the Mixer menu of the LynxTWO/L22 Mixer. If you do
not have the correct driver version it can be downloaded from the Lynx web site at
http://www.lynxstudio.com/download.html. Refer to the Installation section of the LynxTWO or L22
User’s Guide for more information related to driver installation.

LynxTWO/L22 Firmware

Verify that the version of firmware installed on your LynxTWO/L22 will support the LS -AES. You
can determine the firmware version by selecting About Mixer in the Mixer menu of the
LynxTWO/L22 Mixer. Verify the firmware version for your product is:

LynxTWO A Model: Rev 22 or later
LynxTWO B Model: Rev 8 or later
LynxTWO C Model: Rev 6 or later
L22: Rev 8 or later

If you do not have the correct firmware version installed, download the latest LynxTWO/L22
Firmware Update program from http://www.lynxstudio.com/download.html. This is a self-extracting
archive file.

1. Start L2UpdateXX.exe.

2. When prompted, navigate to a temp orary directory to store L2Update.

3. L2Update will automatically start.

4. Click the Update button to continue.

5. Click OK when prompted and wait for the update process to complete.

6. Power down your computer. A warm boot will not load the new firmware.

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