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MC-1.2
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MUTEC MC-1.2 User Manual

Operating Manual
MUTEC GmbH · Fon 0049-(0)30-74 68 80-0 · contact@mutec-net.com · www.mutec-net.com
Content
Safety Instructions ..................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Warranty Regulations ................................................................................................................................................................ 5
Introduction
General Description ...................................................................................................................................................................... 6
MC-1.2 Features ........................................................................................................................................................................... 6
MC-1.2 Applications ..................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Peripheral MUTEC Products .......................................................................................................................................................... 7
MS Windows Driver Support ......................................................................................................................................................... 7
Product Registration for Warranty and Support ............................................................................................................................ 7
Installation
Content of the Box ........................................................................................................................................................................ 8
Placing the Device ......................................................................................................................................................................... 8
Wiring the Interfaces ..................................................................................................................................................................... 8
General Recommendations for Interface Wirings .......................................................................................................................... 9
Control Elements and Terminals
USB Driver Installation & Windows Settings
Operation
Appendix
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Safety Instructions
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General Instructions
To reduce the risk of fire or electrical shock, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture, direct sunlight or excessive heat from sources such as radiators or spotlights. No user service­able parts are inside. Repair and maintenance must be carried out by qualified personnel au­thorized by MUTEC GmbH! The unit has been designed for operation in a standard domestic environment. Do NOT expose the unit and its accessories to rain, moisture, direct sunlight or excessive heat produced by such heat sources as radiators or spotlights! The free flow of air inside and around the unit must always be ensured.
Initial Operation
Prior to the initial operation of the unit, the appliance, its accessories and packaging must be inspected for any signs of physical damage that may have occurred during transit. If the unit has been damaged mechanically or if liquids have been spilled inside the enclosure, the appliance may not be connected to the mains or must be disconnected from the mains im­mediately! If the unit is damaged, please do NOT return it to MUTEC GmbH, but notify your dealer and the shipping company immediately, otherwise claims for damage or replacement may not be granted.
If the device is left in a low-temperature environment for a long time and then is moved to a room-temperature environment, condensation may occur on the inside and the exterior. To avoid short-circuits and flashovers, be sure to wait one or two hours before putting the device into operation.
Power Supply
The device contains a self-adapting wide-range power supply supporting the majority of global standard line voltages within a range of 90…250 V, with no need for making adjustments. Make sure that your line-voltage source provides a supply voltage within the specified range. In addition, make sure that the device is properly grounded via the local electric installation.
Please use the enclosed power cord (see packaging) to connect the unit to the mains. Switch the unit off before you attempt to connect it to the mains. Connect the power cord to the unit, then to a standard 3-pin mains outlet. To draw the power cord, never pull on the cable but on the mains plug!
The unit must be grounded during operation!
For information on the power-inlet wiring, refer to the »Wiring of connectors« section in the appendix. Disconnect the device from the mains when not using it for an extended period!
CAUTION
RISK OF
ELECTRICAL SHOCK!
This symbol, a flash of lightning inside a triangle, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure - voltage that may be
sufficient to constitute a risk of shock.
This symbol, an exclamation mark inside a triangle, alerts you to important operating or safety instruc­tions in this manual.
Declaration of Conformity We herewith confirm that the product complies with the European Commission’s standards on electromagnetic compatibility.
Interference emission: EN 50081-1, 1992 Resistance to interference: EN 50082-1, 1992
Presupposed as operation condition is that all clock outputs are connected with high-quality and good shielded BNC 75 ohms cable.
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Warranty Regulations
§1 Warranty
MUTEC GmbH warrants the flawless performance of this product to the original buyer for a period of two (2) years from the date of purchase. If any failure occurs within the specified warranty period that is caused by defects in material and/or workmanship, MUTEC GmbH shall either repair or replace the product free of charge within 90 days. The purchaser is not entitled to claim an inspection of the device free of charge during the warranty period. If the warranty claim proves to be justified, the product will be returned freight prepaid by MUTEC GmbH within Germany. Outside Germany, the product will be returned with the additional international freight charges payable by the customer. Warranty claims other than those indicated above are expressly excluded.
§2 Warranty Transferability
This warranty is extended exclusively to the original buyer who bought the product from a MUTEC GmbH specialized dealer or distributor, and is not transfer­able to anyone who may subsequently purchase this product. No other person (retail dealer, distributor, etc.) shall be entitled to give any warranty promise on behalf of MUTEC GmbH.
§3 Waranty Regulations
The return of the completed registration card, or online registration on one of the websites specified below, is a condition of warranty. Failing to register the device before returning it for repair will void the extended warranty.
The serial number on the returned device must match the one stated on the registration card or entered during online registration. Otherwise, the device will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense. Any returned device must be accompanied by a detailed error description and a copy of the original sales receipt issued by a MUTEC dealer or distributor. The device must be returned free of shipping expenses and in the original package, if possible; otherwise, the sender has to provide comparably protective packaging. The sender is fully responsible for any damage or loss of the product when shipping it to MUTEC GmbH.
§4 Limitation of Warranty
Damages caused by the following conditions are not covered by this warranty:
Damages caused by ever y kind of normal wear and tear (e.g. displays, LEDs, potentiometers, faders, switches, buttons, connecting elements, printed labels, cover glasses, cover prints, and similar parts). Functional failure of the product caused by improper installation (please observe CMOS components handling instructions!), neglect or misuse of the product, e.g. failure to operate the unit in compliance with the instructions given in the user or service manuals. Damage caused by any form of external mechanical impact or modification. Damage caused by the user’s failure to connect and operate the unit in compliance with local safety regulations. Damage caused by force majeure (fire, explosion, flood, lightning, war, vandalism, etc.). Consequential damages or defects in products from other manufacturers as well as any costs resulting from a loss of production.
Repairs carried out by personnel which is not authorized from MUTEC GmH
§5 Repairs
To obtain warranty service, the buyer must call or write to MUTEC GmbH before returning the unit. All inquiries must be accompanied by a description of the problem and the original buyer’s invoice. Devices shipped to MUTEC GmbH for repair without prior notice will be returned to the sender at the sender’s expense. In case of a functional failure please contact:
MUTEC Gesellschaft fuer Systementwicklung und Komponentenvertrieb mbH Siekeweg 6/8 • 12309 Berlin • Germany • Fon 030-746880-0 • Fax 030-746880-99 • tecsupport@mutec-net.com • www.mutec-net.com
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Introduction
Thank you very much for buying the MC-1.2, a bi-directional USB & Digital Audio Interface, from MUTEC!
General Description
The MC-1.2 is a high-performance USB audio interface which converts between USB, AES3, AES3id and S/P-DIF signals. It enables for the first time bi-directional conversions between USB audio streams, AES3, AES3id and S/P-DIF signals. Using latest USB streaming technologies, low jitter audio clocks, ultra-low noise power supplies and circuit designs, the MC-1.2 regenerates and improves USB audio streams with embedded clock rates up to 192.0kHz.
Various operation modes enable the use of the unique MC-1.2 in many applications. Signals received at the USB port are con­verted to five digital audio outputs simultaneously, which allows the connection of multiple receivers at your computer. When selecting one of the digital audio inputs, the signal received is converted to an USB audio stream and sent into your computer. Both signal paths can work at the same time. This enables e.g. the simple connection of effect processors to your computer.
The MC-1.2 also works as isolator to decouple noisy computers or music servers from your audio equipment. Based on the abil­ity to work not only USB bus-powered, but also to use its own internal power supply, an isolation between the different power supplies for the digital audio and the USB part of the circuit is the result. To further improve this separation, the different areas of the circuit are supplied independently from each other by ultra-low noise power sources with carefully dimensioned external circuitries. Thereby, the transfer of distortions from the USB stream into the digital audio part can be reduced to an absolute minimum. That helps to improve the audio performance of the converted digital signals significantly.
The already unbeatable flexibility of the MC-1.2 is increased by operating the unit with its internal power supply for stationary use or alternatively powered through the USB port during e.g. mobile events.
MC-1.2 Features
Uni- and bi-directional signal conversions Asynchronous USB operation USB audio stream isolation and conversion to 5 digital audio interfaces Low jitter audio clocks combined with ultra-low noise power supplies and PCB design Regenerates and improves USB audio streams High-compatible USB Audio Class 2.0 Driver for Windows supports ASIO, MME, DirectSound, WASAPI, Kernel Streaming Driver-free operation with Apple Macintosh computers Supports type 1 formats PCM 16 Bit, 24 Bit, 32 Bit and Float 32 Bit for USB 1.0 and USB 2.0 Individual lock indicators for USB and the digital audio inputs USB, AES/EBU, AES/EBUid and S/P-DIF interfaces in one box Status bit analysis for the S/P-DIF inputs S/P-DIF interconnections via BNC, RCA and optical interfaces Input sampling rate indicators, separated for USB and the digital audio inputs Bus-powered operation for mobile use Built-in, international power supply Available with aluminum- or black-colored front panel Compatible with Apple Macintosh and Windows PCs
MC-1.2 Applications
Interconnection of computers and professional or consumer digital audio devices Bi-directional signal exchange between computers and digital audio devices Improvement of USB audio streams Isolation of USB audio streams to digital audio devices
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