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DAD08/09
Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier

Lange Wagenstraat 55
NL-5126 BB Gilze
The Netherlands
Phone: +31 161 850 450
Fax: +31 161 850 499
E-mail: Info@axon.tv
Web: www.axon.tv
TECHNICAL MANUAL
DAD08 & DAD09
Digital Audio Distribution Amplifier

WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
ELECTRICAL SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS
APPLIANCE TO RAIN OR MOISTURE
● ALWAYS disconnect your entire system from the AC mains before cleaning any component. The product
frame (SFR18 or SFR04) must be terminated with three-conductor AC mains power cord that includes an
earth ground connection. To prevent shock hazard, all three connections must always be used.
● NEVER use flammable or combustible chemicals for cleaning components.
● NEVER operate this product if any cover is removed.
● NEVER wet the inside of this product with any liquid.
● NEVER pour or spill liquids directly onto this unit.
● NEVER block airflow through ventilation slots.
● NEVER bypass any fuse.
● NEVER replace any fuse with a value or type other than those specified.
● NEVER attempt to repair this product. If a problem occurs, contact your local Axon distributor.
● NEVER expose this product to extremely high or low temperatures.
● NEVER operate this product in an explosive atmosphere.
Warranty: Axon warrants their products according to the warranty policy as described in the general terms.
That means that Axon Digital Design BV can only warrant the products as long as the serial numbers are not
removed.
Copyright © 2001 – 2006 AXON Digital Design B.V.
Date created: 16-10-02
Date last revised: 09-10-13
Axon, the Axon logo and Synapse are trademarks of Axon Digital Design B.V.
This product complies with the requirements of the product family standards for audio, video, audio-visual
entertainment lighting control apparatus for professional use as mentioned below.
EN60950
EN55103-1: 1996
EN55103-2: 1996
Axon Digital Design
DAD0809
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules
Operation is subject to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including
interference that may cause undesired operation.

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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Introduction to Synapse
An introduction to Synapse
Remote Control Capabilities
Chapter 2 Unpacking and Placement
Changing parameters and settings
changing parameter using
Front Panel control
Chapter 4 The DAD08/09 cards
Chapter 9 Block Schematic
Chapter 10 Connector panel

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1 Introduction to Synapse
An Introduction to
Synapse
Synapse is a modular system designed for the broadcast industry.
High density, intuitive operation and high quality processing are
key features of this system. Synapse offers a full range of
converters and processing modules. Please visit the AXON Digital
Design Website at www.axon.tv to obtain the latest information on
our new products and updates.
Local Control Panel
The local control panel gives access to all adjustable parameters
and provides status information for any of the cards in the Synapse
frame, including the Synapse rack controller.
panel is also used to back-up and restore card set tings. P lease ref er
to the rack controller manuals (RRCxx, RRSxx, ERCxxx and
ERSxxx) for a detailed description of the local control panel, the
way t o s et -up r emote co ntrol over IP and for fram e related s ettin gs
Remote Control
Capabilities
The remote control options are
explained in the rack controller
manual. The method of connection to a computer using Ethernet is
also described in the RRC/RRS/ERC/ERS manual.
CHECK-OUT: “CORTEX” SOFTWARE WILL
INCREASE SYSTEM FLEXIBILITY OF ONE OR
MORE SYNAPSE FRAMES
Although not required to use Cortex with a Synapse frame, you are
strongly advised to use a remote personal computer or laptop PC
with Axon Cortex installed, as this increases the ease of use and
understanding of the modules.

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2 Unpacking and Pl a cement
Unpacking
The Axon Synapse card must be unpacked in an anti-static
environment. Care must be taken NOT to touch components on the
card – always handle the card carefully by the edges. The card
must be stored and shipped in anti-static packaging. Ensuring that
these precautions are followed will prevent premature failure from
components mounted on the board.
Placing the card
The Synapse card can be pl aced vertically in an SFR18 frame or
horizontally in an SFR04 and SFR08 frame. Locate the two guide
slots to be used, slide in the mounted circuit board, and push it
firmly to locate the connectors.
Correct insertion of card is essential as a card that is not located
properly may
show valid indicators, but does not function
correctly.
REMARK: On power up all LEDs will light for a few seconds, this
is the time it takes to initialise the card.