Roland SO-AES4 User Manual

4-CHANNEL DIGITAL OUTPUT MODULE

SO-AES4
Owner’s Manual
Contents
Before You Use the Unit ............................................................................	4
For the Purchaser — Please Read ...........................................................................	4
Checking the Included Items ...................................................................................	4
How to Use the Ferrite Cores ..................................................................................	4
Main Features ............................................................................................................	4
Names of Things and What They Do ........................................................	5
AES/EBU output jacks .............................................................................................	5
Clock-source switch ..................................................................................................	5
Clock-source indicator ..............................................................................................	5
Sampling-frequency switch .....................................................................................	5
Sampling-frequency indicator .................................................................................	5
Word-clock input jack ...............................................................................................	5
LOCK indicator ..........................................................................................................	6
Word-clock output/thru switch (word-clock input terminal-resistor switch)	6
Word-clock output/thru jack ..................................................................................	6
Applications ................................................................................................	7
Specifications .............................................................................................	8

Note, Memo and Hint Icons

Throughout the SO-AES4 Owner’s manual, you’ll occasionally come to areas that provide extra information related to the feature or operation described in the main text. The symbols in the right-hand margin define the nature of this extra information.

A warning contains important information that will help you avoid damage to the SO-AES4, other equipment, or yourself.

A note is something that adds information about the topic at hand.

A tip offers suggestions for using the feature being discussed.

Before using this unit, carefully read the sections entitled: “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” (SO-AES4 Owner’s Manual p. 2) and “IMPORTANT NOTES” (SO-AES4 Owner’s Manual p. 3) These sections provide important information concerning the proper operation of the unit. Additionally, in order to feel assured that you have gained a good grasp of every feature provided by your new unit, the SO-AES4 Owner’s Manual and the S-4000S Owner’s Manual should be read in their entirety. This manual should be saved and kept on hand as a convenient reference.

written permission of ROLAND CORPORATION.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of death or severe injury should the unit be used improperly.

Used for instructions intended to alert the user to the risk of injury or material damage should the unit be used improperly.

* Material damage refers to damage or other adverse effects caused with respect to the home and all its furnishings, as well to domestic animals or pets.

• Do not open or perform any internal modifications on the unit.

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• The S-4000S should be used only with a rack that is recommended by Roland.

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•When using the S-4000S unit with a rack recommended by Roland, the rack must be carefully placed so it is level and sure to remain stable. If not using a rack, you still need to make sure that any location you choose for placing the unit provides a level surface that will properly support

the unit, and keep it from wobbling.

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The symbol alerts the user to important instructions or warnings.The specific meaning of the symbol is determined by the design contained within the triangle. In the case of the symbol at left, it is used for general cautions, warnings, or alerts to danger.

The symbol alerts the user to items that must never be carried out (are forbidden). The specific thing that must not be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the unit must never be disassembled.

The ● symbol alerts the user to things that must be carried out. The specific thing that must be done is indicated by the design contained within the circle. In the case of the symbol at left, it means that the powercord plug must be unplugged from the outlet.

• Keep the included ferrite cores in a safe place out of children’s reach, so there is no chance of them being swallowed accidentally.

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IMPORTANT NOTES

In addition to the items listed under “USING THE UNIT SAFELY” on page 2, please read and observe the following:

Additional Precautions

•When you need to transport the unit, pack it in shockabsorbent material. Transporting the unit without doing so can cause it to become scratched or damaged, and could lead to malfunction.

•Do not use this unit for purposes that could infringe on a copyright held by a third party. We assume no responsibility whatsoever with regard to any infringements of third-party copyrights arising through your use of this unit.

Before You Use the Unit

For the Purchaser — Please Read

The SO-AES4 is not user installable. Installation must be carried out by an authorized Roland Service Technician.

Checking the Included Items

•SO-AES4

This is a 4-channel digital output module for the S-4000S. It provides for the output of digital audio that complies with the AES/EBU standard.

•Ferrite cores (2)

•BNC cable

How to Use the Ferrite Cores

1.Spread open the tabs and open the ferrite core.

2.Attach the ferrite core near the XLR connector on the AES/EBU cable.

3.Close the ferrite core by squeezing together the two halves until you hear them click into place.

4.Connect the plug that has the ferrite core attached near it to the AES/EBU connector on the SO-AES4.

Main Features

•4-channel output of AES/EBU-compliant digital audio

•Built-in sample rate converter providing high sound quality

•Word-clock input and output connectors for support for synchronization with an external word clock and synchronization with multiple SO-AES4 modules

•Support for a variety of sampling frequencies, up to a maximum of 96 kHz

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