Mytek Digital FW DIO Card User Manual
Mytek FW DIO Card – User Manual
Mytek FW DIO Card
User Manual
ver. 1.2 / Nov 2010
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Mytek FW DIO Card – User Manual
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Mytek FW DIO Card – User Manual
Content
Content
Content..............................................................................3
Introduction......................................................................4
Before You Begin.............................................................4
Quick Start........................................................................5
Card Installation..............................................................6
Connecting Clock Signal Line......................................11
Input Connection...........................................................12
Signal Routing................................................................13
Card Firmware Update.................................................19
Mainboard Firmware Update......................................21
Specifications..................................................................25
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Introduction
The Mytek FW DIO Card is an optional card that is installed
into the rear expansion slots of the Mytek 8X192 ADDA
converter. With this card installed the Mytek 8X192 ADDA can
be directly connected to a MAC OS or Windows computer via
FireWire. The card may be installed by the user as described
further in the manual.
Before You Begin
Before connecting the DIO-FW card please check if the most
current firmware (version 4.5.3 or later) is installed in the
8X192 converter. To verify the version, locate the firmware chip
(8 pin DIP chip in a socket near the aluminum heat sink) on the
main converter board or contact Mytek should you require
assistance.
In the support section of the Mytek website at:
http://www.mytekdigital.com/download_library/
you will find current detailed information about firmware
versions and most current firmware and driver update
instructions. (If necessary contact Mytek and request that
appropriate firmware be sent to you.)
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Quick Start
1. Installation of DIO-FW card
Remove the top cover from the converter, unscrew the
DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2 slot plate and install the DIOFW card using the existing screws in either slot. If there is a
Protools DIO card installed it will work in slot 1 only. All
other DIO cards including Firewire will work in either slot.
The card must be installed with the components facing
down. Double check that all connector pins match up with
the pins of the connector on the main converter board
properly. Pin mismatch may damage the card or converter.
Follow detailed installation instructions further below.
2. Driver Installation
Drivers and the Control Panel should be installed before the
first connection of the converter to the computer. Most
current drivers are available in the download library at
www.mytekdigital.com. Reboot the computer after
installation.
3. Connecting the card to the computer
Turn off the ADDA 8x192 converter before plugging in the
Firewire 400 cable. The computer can be left turned on.
Several converters can be chained together with Firewire
cables. The maximum number of converters in a chain
depends on the sampling frequency. Frequency 176–192
kHz allows for up to two converters, 88–96 kHz for up to
four converters and 44–48 kHz for up to eight converters.
After making the connections, the converter's can be
powered on.
3. Connecting the clock signal
A single or the first converter in the Firewire chain provides
clock source for the card. Typically it will be set to internal
clock, although if necessary, can be set to receive an
external wordclock source. If there are two or more
converters in a Firewire chain, they must be connected with
a Firewire cable where the first converter is a clock master
(on internal clock) and the rest are slaves (EXT. Clock
Source set to DIOCARD1 or 2 depending on FW card.)
Remember to turn off
and disconnect power
and to disconnect
signal cables while
working with the top
cover removed.
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4. Configuration
On first power up of the converters, each converter should
be recognized by the computer and have the driver
installed automatically. Further configuration of inputs and
outputs is done in your DAW software.
In the Mytek Firewire Control Panel (Mac: in System
Preferences) check if the desired sampling frequency is
displayed and if the ADDA 8x192 converter is set as the
clock source. If more than one converter is attached, each
one will have unique name.
Card Installation
The DIO-FW card can be installed in either the DIOCARD1 or
DIOCARD2 slot. The card can be installed together with any
other card available for the 8x192 converter. If Protools DIO
card is installed it will work in slot 1 only. All other DIO cards
including Firewire will work in either slot.
8x192 ADDA converter rear panel
WARNING!
Remember to follow basic safety rules on electronic device
handling while opening the converter:
✔ Keep your hands dry,
✔ If floor is carpeted ground spray surroundings with
water mist and ground your wrist to the chassis before
unpacking and handling the DIO card.
✔ Turn off power and detach power and signal cables
while working with the top cover removed.
Before installing the
card, check if the
converter’s firmware
supports DIO-FW
card (version 4.5.3 or
later). If not, contact
Mytek and request
current version.
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To install the DIO-FW card:
1. Check if the power cord and all signal and clock
lines are disconnected.
2. Remove the top cover.
3. Locate the DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2 expansion
slot on the mainboard.
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4. Unscrew the cover plate of the selected slot on the
rear panel.
5. Partially insert the card from the back of converter.
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