Tributaries AC200 User Manual
AC200
Universal Digital / Analog
Audio Converter
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Orlando, FL 32809
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1. Introduction
Tributaries AC200 is a bi-directional Audio convertor. With three
different types of connections, digital coax, toslink optical and 2
channel analog R/L audio, the AC200 can convert all three signals into
any desired format. Analog audio can be converted to digital and
digital audio can be converted to analog.
Conversion is done simultaneously without signal loss and provides 3
clean split audio signals all available on the output end. The AC200 is
easy to install and use.
2. Features
Integrated digital filter and Digital -to-Analog Convertor (DAC)•
Integrated Analog-to-Digital Convertor (ADC)•
Supports sampling frequencies from 16 to 100KHz•
Provides electromagnetic noise free transmission•
Easy to install and use•
Compact design•
3. Package Contents
AC200 Universal Digital / Analog Audio Convertor •
5V Universal Power Supply•
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UNIVERSAL DIGITAL/ANALOG
Digital Coax, Toslink Optical and 2 Channel Analog R/L
5. Audio Performance Level
Level Output Reference Level Output T.H.D+N Signal to Noise Ratio
2Vrms
1KHz
L/R 1Vrms + 0.05dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Coax 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Optical 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
5.1 Analog Audio Input
Level Output Reference Level Output T.H.D+N Signal to Noise Ratio
0dBFS
1KHz
L/R 1Vrms + 0.05dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Coax 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Optical 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
5.2 Digital Coax Input
Level Output Reference Level Output T.H.D+N Signal to Noise Ratio
0dBFS
1KHz
L/R 1Vrms + 0.05dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Coax 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
Optical 0 dB - 0.35dB
0.01 %
> 90dB
5.3 Digital Optical Input
LPCM 2CH Input: Output Output Format Notes
Analog Stereo L/R or
Digital Coax or
Digital Optical
L/R Analog 2CH
0.01 %
Coax LPCM2CH (48KHz)
0.01 %
Optical LPCM2CH (48KHz)
0.01 %
LPCM 2CH Input: Output Output Format Notes
Digital Coax or
Optical
L/R Does not Support Odd sound
Coax LPCM 2CH/AC3/DTS Bypass
Optical LPCM 2CH/AC3/DTS Bypass
6. Audio Input to Output Comparison Chart
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1. Introduction........…………………….....................….....………….............
2. Features....................................................................................................
3. Package Contents....................................................................................
4. Operation Controls and Functions.........................................................
4.1 Top Indicator Panel..........................................................................
4.2 Right Input Panel.............................................................................
4.3 Left Output Panel............................................................................
4.4 Back Input Selection Panel..............................................................
5. Audio Performance Levels......................................................................
5.1 Analog Audio Input..........................................................................
5.2 Digital Coax Input.............................................................................
5.3 Digital Optical Input........................................................................
6. Audio Input to Output Comparison Chart............................................
7. Connection and Installation...................................................................
8. Specifications...........................................................................................
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4. Operation Controls and Functions
4.1 Top Indicator Panel
Power LED Indicator light:
When the LED is green the
AC200 is on, a RED light
indicates the AC200 is off.
Analog LED Indicator light:
The blue LED will illuminate
when the L/R input is
selected.
Digital Coax Audio LED
Indicator light: The blue LED
light will illuminate when
the COAX input is selected.
Optical LED Indicator light:
The blue LED will illuminate
when the Optical input is
selected.
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4.2 Right Input Panel
Optical Input: Using an Optical cable connect to the Optical output
of your source equipment.
Coax Input: Using a 75 ohm digital coaxial cable connect to the
Digital Coax output of your source equipment.
L/R Input: Using an Analog Audio pair connect to the L/R output of
your source equipment.
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4.3 Left Output Panel
L/R Output: Using an Analog Audio pair connect to the L/R Input of
your equipment such as TV, Receiver or Amplifier.
Coax Output: Using a 75 ohm digital coaxial cable connect to
the Digital Coax Input of your equipment such as TV, Receiver or
Amplifier.
Optical Output: Using an Optical cable connect to the Optical Input
of your equipment such as TV, Receiver or Amplifier.
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4.4 Back Input Selection Panel
DC 5V: Connect the 5 volt power supply (included) to your AC outlet.
Input Selector: Use this switch to select appropriate input from
Optical, Coaxial or L/R audio.
Power Button: Push this button to turn power on or off.
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7. Specifications
Input Ports: Optical, Coaxial and L/R Analog Audio1.
Input Formats: Toslink, SPIDIF and LPCM 2CH2.
Sample Frequency: 32kHZ, 44.1KHz, 48KHz and 96KHz3.
Output Ports: Optical, Coaxial and L/R Analog Audio4.
L/R Input Impedance: 47K 5. Ω
L/R Output Impedance: 47K 6. Ω
Power Supply: 5V/ 1A, Universal Power Supply CE/FCC/ 7.
UL Certified
Dimensions: 3.8”(W) x 3.4”(D) x 1.4”(H)8.
Weight (g): 4.25 oz.9.
Operating Temperature: 32F - 104F10.
Storage Temperature: -4F - 140F11.
DVD PLAYER
OR
BLU RAY
OR
SET-TOP BOX
AMPLIFIER
OR
TV
L/R
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
L/R
OPTICAL
COAXIAL
6. Connection and Installation
Table of Contents
UNIVERSAL DIGITAL/ANALOG
Digital Coax, Toslink Optical and 2 Channel Analog R/L
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