Kramer Electronics 6410N audio converter
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1. Using the Audio Converters 11 7 3 Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 6 4 Set the conversion ratio on the underside of the unit It is essential that you choose the correct conversion ratio to prevent clipping and to maintain the S N ratio within the spec limits The selection of the conversion rate greatly depends on the type of audio played and also on the audio equipment that is connected to the 6410N DAT Player CD Player DAT Player Figure 6 Connecting the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Using the INPUT SELECTOR Switches Set the digital input standard by pushing in and or releasing one or both of the two INPUT SELECTOR switches item 7 button A and item 8 button B in Figure 2 on the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter 6410N 6420N Using the Audio Converters 5 2 Connecting the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter To connect your 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter as illustrated in the example in Figure 7 do the following 5 6410N 6420N Connect an analog balanced stereo source for example a balanced audio tape player to the ANALOG INPUT LEFT and RIGHT detachable terminal block connector connectors via shielded twisted pair cables Connect the four different digital output connectors to up to four acceptors as follows Connect the AES 75Q BNC output connector to an AES 75Q2. C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 12cm x 6 95cm x 2 44cm 4 72 x 2 74 x 0 96 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 66lbs approx INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Power supply mounting bracket OPTIONAL 19 rack adapters Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com LIMITED WARRANTY The warranty obligations of Kramer Electronics for this product are limited to the terms set forth below Whatis Covered This limited warranty covers defects in materials and workmanship in this product What is Not Covered This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from any alteration modification improper or unreasonable use or maintenance misuse abuse accident neglect exposure to excess moisture fire improper packing and shipping such claims must be presented to the carrier lightning power surges or other acts of nature This limited warranty does not cover any damage deterioration or malfunction resulting from the installation or removal of this product from any installation any unauthorized tampering with this product any repairs attempted by anyone unauthorized by Kramer Electronics to make such repairs or any other cause which does not relate directly to a defect in materials and or workmanship of this product This limited warranty does not cover cartons equipment enclosures cables or accessories used in conjunctio
3. Converters GROUP 5 Range Extenders and Repeaters GROUP 6 Specialty AV Products GROUP 7 Scan Converters and Scalers GROUP 8 Cables and Connectors GROUP 9 Room Connectivity GROUP 10 Accessories and Rack Adapters GROUP 11 Sierra Video Products GROUP 12 Digital Signage GROUP 13 Audio and GROUP 14 Collaboration Congratulations on purchasing your Kramer 6410N 6420N which are ideal for the following typical applications e Audio broadcast and production studios e Non linear editing studios e Multimedia and presentation format conversion e Diagnostics of audio equipment during field operation Introductior 6410N 6420N 2 1 Getting Started We recommend that you Unpack the equipment carefully and save the original box and packaging materials for possible future shipment Review the contents of this user manual Go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp to check for up to date user manuals application programs and to check if firmware upgrades are available where appropriate Achieving the Best Performance To achieve the best performance Use only good quality connection cables we recommend Kramer high performance high resolution cables to avoid interference deterioration in signal quality due to poor matching and elevated noise levels often associated with low quality cables Do not secure the cables in tight bundles or roll the slack into tight coils Avoid inte
4. acceptor for example a DAT Recorder Using a 1109 shielded twisted pair cable connect the AES EBU detachable terminal block output connector to an AES EBU acceptor for example a DAT Recorder Connect the S PDIF RCA output connector to an S PDIF acceptor for example a DAT Recorder Connect the OPTICAL output connector to an optical acceptor for example a DAT Recorder Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the power socket and connect the adapter to the mains electricity not shown in Figure 7 Set the MODE SELECTOR dipswitches on the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter to determine the appropriate digital sampling frequency On the machine underside Using the Audio Converters If required set the switch to PROFESSIONAL or CONSUMER to determine the digital audio standard format Set the conversion ratio on the underside of the unit It is essential that you choose the correct conversion rate to prevent clipping and to maintain the S N ratio within the spec limits The selection of the conversion rate greatly depends on the type of audio played and also on the audio equipment that is connected to the 6420N Balanced Audio Tape Player DAT DAT Recorder Recorder DAT Recorder DAT Recorder Figure 7 Connecting the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter 6410N 6420N Using the Audio Converters 6 6 1 6 2 6410N 6420N Technical Specifications DE Technical Specifications 6410N Speci
5. from any digital input Automatically detects the sample rate of the digital input ranging from 32kHz to 96kHz Features selectable conversion ratio D A settings OdBFS to 12dB 16dB 20dB or 24dB Has an S N Ratio of over 88dB Has AES EBU and AES ID3 transformer coupled inputs The 6410N is 12VDC fed and is housed in a DigiTOOLS enclosure About the 6420N The 6420N is a high performance format converter for balanced audio signals It converts two channels of balanced audio signals to AES EBU AES ID3 S PDIF and TOSlink optical digital outputs simultaneously In particular the 6420N Supports multi standards AES EBU IEC 958 S PDIF and EIAJ CP340 1201 professional and consumer formats with sampling frequencies up to 96kHz With its analog balanced stereo audio input signal splits to four digital audio output signals functioning as a 1 4 DA available in all the possible digital audio interfaces Features selectable sampling frequencies of 32k 44 1k 48k or 96k e Features selectable gain ratio A D settings 12dB 16dB 20dB or 24dB to OdBFs e Features selectable digital audio system bits professional or consumer e Has AES EBU and AES ID3 transformer coupled outputs The 6420N is 12VDC fed and is housed in a DigiTOOLS enclosure 6410N 6420N Overview 4 Your Audio Converters Section 4 1 defines the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter and Section 4 2 defines the 6420N Analog to Digital A
6. 0N 3 3 About the 6420N 4 Your Audio Converters 4 1 Your 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter 4 2 Your 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter 5 Using the Audio Converters 5 1 Connecting the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter 5 2 Connecting the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter 6 Technical Specifications 6 1 6410N Specifications 6 2 6420N Specifications Figures Figure 1 Professional and Consumer Inputs Outputs on the 6410N 6420N Figure 2 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Figure 3 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Underside Figure 4 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter Figure 5 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter Underside Figure 6 Connecting the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Figure 7 Connecting the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter ONN OF RR UONN h k mi ee ee md aona U a oOoONA 10 14 1 Introduction Welcome to Kramer Electronics Since 1981 Kramer Electronics has been providing a world of unique creative and affordable solutions to the vast range of problems that confront video audio presentation and broadcasting professionals on a daily basis In recent years we have redesigned and upgraded most of our line making the best even better Our 1 000 plus different models now appear in 14 groups that are clearly defined by function GROUP 1 Distribution Amplifiers GROUP 2 Switchers and Routers GROUP 3 Control Systems GROUP 4 Format Standards
7. 3 Issue a refund of the original purchase price less depreciation to be determined based on the age of the product at the time remedy is sought under this limited warranty What Kramer Electronics will not do Under This Limited Warranty If this product is returned to Kramer Electronics or the authorized dealer from which it was purchased or any other party authorized to repair Kramer Electronics products this product must be insured during shipment with the insurance and shipping charges prepaid by you If this product is returned uninsured you assume all risks of loss or damage during shipment Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to the removal or re installation of this product from or into any installation Kramer Electronics will not be responsible for any costs related to any setting up this product any adjustment of user controls or any programming required for a specific installation of this product How to Obtain a Remedy under this Limited Warranty To obtain a remedy under this limited warranty you must contact either the authorized Kramer Electronics reseller from whom you purchased this product or the Kramer Electronics office nearest you For a list of authorized Kramer Electronics resellers and or Kramer Electronics authorized service providers please visit our web site at www kramerelectronics com or contact the Kramer Electronics office nearest you In order to pursue any remedy under this limited warrant
8. IMPLIED TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS ANY AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES INCLUDING WITHOUT LIMITATION WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE IF KRAMER ELECTRONICS CANNOT LAWFULLY DISCLAIM OR EXCLUDE IMPLIED WARRANTIES UNDER APPLICABLE LAW THEN ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES COVERING THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY TO THIS PRODUCT AS PROVIDED UNDER APPICABLE LAW IF ANY PRODUCT TO WHICH THIS LIMITED WARRANTY APPLIES IS A CONSUMER PRODUCT UNDER THE MAGNUSON MOSS WARRANTY ACT 15 U S C A 2301 ET SEQ OR OTHER APPICABLE LAW THE FOREGOING DISCLAIMER OF IMPLIED WARRANTIES SHALL NOT APPLY TO YOU AND ALL IMPLIED WARRANTIES ON THIS PRODUCT INCLUDING WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR THE PARTICULAR PURPOSE SHALL APPLY AS PROVIDED UNDER APPLICABLE LAW Other Conditions This limited warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may have other rights which vary from country to country or state to state This limited warranty is void if i the label bearing the serial number of this product has been removed or defaced ii the product is not distributed by Kramer Electronics or iii this product is not purchased from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If you are unsure whether a reseller is an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller please visit our Web site at www kramerelectronics co
9. KRAMER ELECTRONICS LTD USER MANUAL MODELS 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter P N 2900 00031 7 Rev 3 Els E 6410N 6420N Quick Start Guide This guide helps you install and use your product for the first time For more detailed information go to http www kramerelectronics com support product_downloads asp E to download the latest manual or scan the QR code on the left Step 1 Check what s in the box 6410N D A Audio Converter and or 4 Rubber feet o g 6420N A D Audio Converter 1 Quick Start sheet A 1 Power supply per unit 12V DC Step 2 Install the 6410N 6420N Attach the rubber feet and place on a table or mount the 6410N 6420N in a rack using an optional RK 1 rack adapter Step 3 Connect the inputs and outputs DAT DAT Recorder Recorder Step 4 Connect the power Connect the 12V DC power adapter to the 6410N 6420N and plug the vg adapter into the mains electricity Step 5 Operate the 6410N 6420N 6410N 6420N 6420N Set the Gain Control DIP switches as needed Choose the digital audio standard format GAIN CONTROL ON TE PEEP ETT PROFESSIONAL E CONSUMER 12345678 RIGHT LEFT Contents 1 Introduction 2 Getting Started 2 1 Achieving the Best Performance 2 2 Safety Instructions 2 3 Recycling Kramer Products 3 Overview 3 1 Digital Audio Inputs Outputs on the 6410N and 6420N 3 2 About the 641
10. fications INPUTS 4 digital audio inputs AES 759 AES EBU S PDIF TosLink Optical OUTPUTS 2 analog outputs balanced line out on detachable terminal blocks 3 5mm headphone jack SAMPLE RATE CONVERSION 32kHz 44 1kHz 48kHz 96kHz CONVERSION GAIN 12dB 16dB 20dB 24dB BANDWIDTH 4dBu 30Bu MAX OUTPUT LEVEL SIN RATIO AUDIO THD NOISE AUDIO 2nd HARMONIG CONTROLS Input selector buttons 8 gain switches headphones level rotary control knob 2 LEDs ON and LINK POWER CONSUMPTION 12V DC 1 25A 150mA OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70 C 40 to 158 F HUMIDITY 10 to 90 RHL non condensing DIMENSIONS 12cm x 6 95cm x 2 44cm 4 72 x 2 74 x 0 96 W D H WEIGHT 0 3kg 0 66lbs approx INCLUDED ACCESSORIES Power supply mounting bracket OPTIONAL 19 rack adapters Specifications are subject to change without notice at http Awww kramerelectronics com 6420N Specifications INPUTS 1 analog input balanced line in 10k on detachable terminal blocks OUTPUTS 4 digital audio outputs AES 75Q AES EBU S PDIF TosLink Optical SAMPLE RATE CONVERSION 32kHz 44 1kHz 48kHz 96kHz MAX INPUT LEVEL CONVERSION GAIN CONTROLS 4 sample rate selector switches system bit selector switch 8 gain switches ON LED COUPLING POWER CONSUMPTION 12V DC 1 25A 150mA OPERATING TEMPERATURE 0 to 40 C 32 to 104 F STORAGE TEMPERATURE 40 to 70
11. m or contact a Kramer Electronics office from the list at the end of this document Your rights under this limited warranty are not diminished if you do not complete and return the product registration form or complete and submit the online product registration form Kramer Electronics thanks you for purchasing a Kramer Electronics product We hope it will give you years of satisfaction 16 6410N 6420N Technical Specifications For the latest information on our products and a list of Kramer distributors visit our Web site where updates to this user manual may be found We welcome your questions comments and feedback Web site www kramerelectronics com KRAMER E mail info kramerel com SAFETY WARNING Disconnect the unit from the power e supply before opening and servicing P N 2900 000317
12. n with this product Without limiting any other exclusion herein Kramer Electronics does not warrant that the product covered hereby including without limitation the technology and or integrated circuit s included in the product will not become obsolete or that such items are or will remain compatible with any other product or technology with which the product may be used How Long Does this Coverage Last Seven years as of this printing please check our Web site for the most current and accurate warranty information Whois Covered Only the original purchaser of this product is covered under this limited warranty This limited warranty is not transferable to subsequent purchasers or owners of this product What Kramer Electronics willdo Kramer Electronics will at its sole option provide one of the following three remedies to whatever extent it shall deem necessary to satisfy a proper claim under this limited warranty 1 Elect to repair or facilitate the repair of any defective parts within a reasonable period of time free of any charge for the necessary parts and labor to complete the repair and restore this product to its proper operating condition Kramer Electronics will also pay the shipping costs necessary to return this product once the repair is complete 2 Replace this product with a direct replacement or with a similar product deemed by Kramer Electronics to perform substantially the same function as the original product
13. onnect to the digital audio acceptor Block Connector S PDIF RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio acceptor OPTICAL Toslink Optical Connect to the digital audio acceptor Connector ANALOG LEFT and RIGHT Detachable Connect to the analog audio source INPUTS Terminal Block Connectors 7 MODE SELECTOR Dipswitches Set a dipswitch to ON to choose the appropriate sample rate frequency ON LED llluminates when receiving power ni an A aT 6410N 6420N Your Audio Converters 9 l 4 2 1 The 6420N Underside Figure 5 defines the underside of the 6420N 12345678 Lert RIGHT Figure 5 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter Underside Feature Function A Le to choose the digital audio system bit CONSUMER Switch GAIN LEFT Set the DIP switches as follows to determine the LEFT channel CONTROL conversion ratio A to D GAIN CONTROL DIP switches Gain Control pDIP1 DP2 DP3 DIP4 zaa ON forr fore forF z for fon for forr 1698 Jore orr on oF 1208 Jore orr orr on RIGHT _ Set the DIP switches as follows to determine the RIGHT channel conversion ratio A to D GAIN CONTROL Gain Control DIP5 DIP6 DIP7 DIP8 2am Jon Jore Jorr Jore 2008 Jorr fon forme OFF 1608 orr OFF fon oF fies for for for Jon l 6410N 6420N Your Audio Converters 5 Using the Audio Converters Always switch off the power to each device before connecting it to your 6410N 6420N Af
14. re 3 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Underside Feature Function GAIN RIGHT Set the DIP switches as follows to determine the RIGHT CONTROL channel conversion ratio D to A GAIN CONTROL DIP switches Gain Control DIP1 DiP2 DiP3 DIP4 eas Jon Jorr Jorr forF pz for fon for forr 1608 forr forr fon forr mea for o or Jon LEFT Set the DIP switches as follows to determine the LEFT channel conversion ratio GAIN CONTROL Gain Control DIP5 DiPe DIP7 DIP8 eas Jon Orr ore Orr 2008 Jore ON forr OFF es for forr fon for 6410N 6420N Your Audio Converters The following table shows an example of the relation between the input signal the selected gain and the THD N Vinput vrms Gain dB THD N dB 1kHz or fpa jo 4 2 Your 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter Figure 4 defines the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter mite il As AO Os ss LEFT RIGHT OPTICAL S PDIF AES EBU AES 750 42VDC DigiTOOLS Analog to Digital Audio Converter 6420N D Figure 4 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter i l 48k 96k aana 32k 441K MODE SELECTOR l Feature l Function 12V DC 12V DC connector for powering the unit 2 DIGITAL AES 75Q BNC connector Connect to the digital audio acceptor 2 3 OUTPUTS AES EBU Detachable Terminal C
15. rference from neighboring electrical appliances that may adversely influence signal quality Position your Kramer 6410N 6420N away from moisture excessive sunlight and dust This equipment is to be used only inside a building It may only be connected to other equipment that is installed inside a building 2 2 2 3 Safety Instructions Caution There are no operator serviceable parts inside the unit Warning Use only the Kramer Electronics input power wall adapter that is provided with the unit Warning Disconnect the power and unplug the unit from the wall before installing Recycling Kramer Products The Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment WEEE Directive 2002 96 EC aims to reduce the amount of WEEE sent for disposal to landfill or incineration by requiring it to be collected and recycled To comply with the WEEE Directive Kramer Electronics has made arrangements with the European Advanced Recycling Network EARN and will cover any costs of treatment recycling and recovery of waste Kramer Electronics branded equipment on arrival at the EARN facility For details of Kramer s recycling arrangements in your particular country go to our recycling pages at Attp www kramerelectronics com support recycling 3 1 3 2 Overview Both the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter and the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter use digital audio transmission standards as Section 3 1 describes This section summa
16. rizes the e Digital and audio outputs on the 6410N and 6420N see Section 3 1 e 6410N see Section 3 2 e 6420N see Section 3 3 Digital Audio Inputs Outputs on the 6410N and 6420N Figure 1 illustrates the transmission standards for professional and consumer formats which can be translated via the 6410N 6420N Digital Audio Transmission Inputs Outputs PROFESSIONAL CONSUMER es 6 AES75Q AES EBU S PDIF OPTICAL AES ID3 video cable that TosLink optical cabl connects to a 759 BNC connector osLinkoplical cable AES EBU balanced line that connects to A shielded cable with a detachable terminal block connector an RCA connector Figure 1 Professional and Consumer Inputs Outputs on the 6410N 6420N About the 6410N The 6410N is a high performance format converter for digital audio signals It converts AES EBU AES ID3 S PDIF or Toslink optical digital audio signals simultaneously to As Figure 6 illustrates the sound is output from both the amplifier and the headphones simultaneously 6410N 6420N Overview 3 3 Analog balanced stereo on detachable terminal block connectors Unbalanced stereo on a 3 5 jack capable of driving a 32Q load headphones In particular the 6410N Supports multi standards AES EBU IEC 958 S PDIF and EIAJ CP340 1201 professional and consumer formats with sampling frequencies up to 96kHz Provides automatic equalization and reclocking of the digital audio stream coming
17. ter connecting your 6410N 6420N connect its power and then switch on the power to each device Sections 5 1 and 5 2 describe how to connect the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter and the 6420N Analog to Digital Audio Converter respectively 5 1 Connecting the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter To connect your 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter as illustrated in the example in Figure 6 do the following 1 Connect up to four sources to the four digital input connectors as follows Connect an AES 75Q source for example a DAT Player to the AES 75Q BNC input connector Connect an AES EBU source for example a DAT Player to the AES EBU detachable terminal block input connector using a shielded twisted pair cable Connect an S PDIF source for example a DVD Player to the S PDIF RCA input connector Connect an optical source for example a CD Player to the optical input connector 2 Connect up to two analog acceptors as follows Connect the ANALOG OUT LEFT and RIGHT detachable terminal block connectors via shielded twisted pair cables to an analog balanced stereo acceptor for example an amplifier with a pair of loudspeakers If required connect the PHONES 3 5mm output jack to a headphone set The headphone output is usually used for diagnostics and setup of the audio system It is recommended to disconnect the headphones or to minimize the headphone volume level when not in use 6410N 6420N
18. udio Converter 4 1 Your 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter Figure 2 defines the 6410N Digital to Analog Audio Converter a EFT RIGHT OPTICAL SPOF ES EBL DigiTOOLS A a a Digital to Analog Audio Converter Function 12V DC connector for powering the unit DIGITAL AES 75Q BNC Connector Connect to the digital audio source INPUTS AES EBU Detachable Connect to the digital audio source Terminal Block Connector S PDIF RCA Connector Connect to the digital audio source OPTICAL Toslink Optical Connect to the digital audio source Connector LEFT and RIGHT Detachable Connect to the analog audio acceptor Terminal Block Connectors A Push Button Press A and B buttons as detailed on B Push Button side panel to select the input see Section 4 1 1 LINK LED Illuminates when receiving the appropriate input signal 10 VOLUME Control Knob Rotate to adjust the headphones output signal level PHONES Out Connector Connects to a headphone set 12 ONLED Illuminates when receiving power 6410N 6420N Your Audio Converters eae Selecting the Input To select the input on the 6410N use the following Press A l and Press B l to select n IN ABSIEBU AES 750 rN for spor _ Setting the 6410N Gain Control Set the gain control using the DIP switches on the underside of the 6410N as shown in Figure 3 NIV HOLIMS 1437 HOW 8L9SrEZL TOYLNOD NIYO K Figu
19. y you must possess an original dated receipt as proof of purchase from an authorized Kramer Electronics reseller If this product is returned under this limited warranty a return authorization number obtained from Kramer Electronics will be required You may also be directed to an authorized reseller or a person authorized by Kramer Electronics to repair the product If itis decided that this product should be returned directly to Kramer Electronics this product should be properly packed preferably in the original carton for shipping Cartons not bearing a return authorization number will be refused Limitation on Liability THE MAXIMUM LIABILITY OF KRAMER ELECTRONICS UNDER THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT EXCEED THE ACTUAL PURCHASE PRICE PAID FOR THE PRODUCT TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW KRAMER ELECTRONICS IS NOT RESPONSIBLE FOR DIRECT SPECIAL INCIDENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES RESULTING FROM ANY BREACH OF WARRANTY OR CONDITION OR UNDER ANY OTHER LEGAL THEORY Some countries districts or states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of relief special incidental consequential or indirect damages or the limitation of liability to specified amounts so the above limitations or exclusions may not apply to you Exclusive Remedy TO THE MAXIMUM EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW THIS LIMITED WARRANTY AND THE REMEDIES SET FORTH ABOVE ARE EXCLUSIVE AND IN LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES REMEDIES AND CONDITIONS WHETHER ORAL OR WRITTEN EXPRESS OR
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