96 IO Guide PDF
96 IO Guide PDF
Version 8.0
Legal Notices Radio and Television Interference
This guide is copyrighted ©2008 by Digidesign, a division of This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
Avid Technology, Inc. (hereafter “Digidesign”), with all rights limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
reserved. Under copyright laws, this guide may not be FCC Rules.
duplicated in whole or in part without the written consent of
Digidesign. Communications Statement
This equipment has been tested to comply with the limits for a
003, 96 I/O, 96i I/O, 192 Digital I/O, 192 I/O, 888|24 I/O,
Class A digital device. Changes or modifications to this product
882|20 I/O, 1622 I/O, 24-Bit ADAT Bridge I/O, AudioSuite,
not authorized by Digidesign, Inc., could void the Certification
Avid, Avid DNA, Avid Mojo, Avid Unity, Avid Unity ISIS,
and negate your authority to operate the product. This product
Avid Xpress, AVoption, Axiom, Beat Detective, Bomb Factory,
was tested for CISPR compliance under conditions that
Bruno, C|24, Command|8, Control|24, D-Command, D-Control,
included the use of peripheral devices and shielded cables and
D-Fi, D-fx, D-Show, D-Verb, DAE, Digi 002, DigiBase,
connectors between system components. Digidesign
DigiDelivery, Digidesign, Digidesign Audio Engine, Digidesign
recommends the use of shielded cables and connectors
Intelligent Noise Reduction, Digidesign TDM Bus, DigiDrive,
between system components to reduce the possibility of
DigiRack, DigiTest, DigiTranslator, DINR, D-Show, DV Toolkit,
causing interference to radios, television sets, and other
EditPack, Eleven, HD Core, HD Process, Hybrid, Impact,
electronic devices.
Interplay, LoFi, M-Audio, MachineControl, Maxim, Mbox,
MediaComposer, MIDI I/O, MIX, MultiShell, Nitris, OMF,
OMF Interchange, PRE, ProControl, Pro Tools M-Powered,
Pro Tools, Pro Tools|HD, Pro Tools LE, QuickPunch, Recti-Fi, Safety Statement
Reel Tape, Reso, Reverb One, ReVibe, RTAS, Sibelius, This equipment has been tested to comply with USA and
Smack!, SoundReplacer, Sound Designer II, Strike, Structure, Canadian safety certification in accordance with the
SYNC HD, SYNC I/O, Synchronic, TL Aggro, TL AutoPan, TL specifications of UL Standards; UL1419 and Canadian CSA
Drum Rehab, TL Everyphase, TL Fauxlder, TL In Tune, TL standard; CSA C22.2 No.1-M90. Digidesign Inc., has been
MasterMeter, TL Metro, TL Space, TL Utilities, Transfuser, authorized to apply the appropriate UL & CUL mark on its
Trillium Lane Labs, Vari-Fi Velvet, X-Form, and XMON are compliant equipment.
trademarks or registered trademarks of Digidesign and/or Avid
Technology, Inc. Xpand! is Registered in the U.S. Patent and
Trademark Office. All other trademarks are the property of their Important Safety Instructions
respective owners.
When using electric or electronic equipment, basic precautions
should always be followed, including the following:
Product features, specifications, system requirements, and • Read all instructions before using this equipment.
availability are subject to change without notice. • To avoid the risk of shock, keep this equipment away from
rain water, and other moisture. Do not use this equipment
if it is wet.
Guide Part Number 9106-59119-00 REV A 11/08 • The equipment should only be connected to the correct
rating power supply as indicated on the product.
• Do not attempt to service the equipment. There are no
Documentation Feedback user-serviceable parts inside. Please refer all servicing to
authorized Digidesign personnel.
At Digidesign, we're always looking for ways to improve our • Any attempt to service the equipment will expose you to a
documentation. If you have comments, corrections, or risk of electric shock, and will void the manufacturer’s
suggestions regarding our documentation, email us at warranty.
[email protected]. • The product should be connected only to the correct power
supply as indicated on the product.
Warning
This product contains chemicals, including lead, known to the Warning!
State of California to cause cancer and birth defects or other • Pro Tools|HD audio interfaces need room at their sides to
reproductive harm. Wash hands after handling. maintain proper air flow and cooling.
• Do not install these units into a rack or other enclosure that
doesn't leave room on either side for the unit fans.
Communications & Safety Regulation Information • Do not block the sides of the units (where fans are), or
disconnect the fan.
Compliance Statement • If the units are racked up in a case, remove all lids, doors,
or covers before operating the units.
The model 96 I/O complies with the following standards
• Failure to do so can result in the units overheating very
regulating interference and EMC:
quickly, which can permanently damage them.
• FCC Part 15 Class A
• EN55103 – 1, environment E4
• EN55103 – 2, environment E4
• AS/NZS 3548 Class A
contents
Contents iii
iv 96 I/O Guide
chapter 1
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About www.digidesign.com
The Digidesign website (www.digidesign.com) is
your best online source for information to help
you get the most out of your Pro Tools system.
The following are just a few of the services and
features available.
This chapter describes the front and back panel features of the 96 I/O.
See the HD Setup Guide for complete system installation and configuration instructions. If you are
adding the 96 I/O to an existing system, see the Expanded Systems Guide.
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96 I/O Back Panel
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Expansion Port AC Power
The Expansion Port is used to connect an addi- This connector accepts a standard AC power ca-
tional Pro Tools|HD I/O to the 96 I/O. This port ble (one is included with each audio interface).
is only available when the 96 I/O is connected The 96 I/O is auto power-selecting (100V to
to a Pro Tools|HD card (it is not available when 240V) and will automatically work with a stan-
the 96 I/O is connected to the Expansion Port dard modular cable to connect to AC power re-
on another audio interface). ceptacles in any country.
Legacy Port
The Legacy Port is used to connect qualified
Pro Tools|24 MIX-series Digidesign audio inter-
faces to the 96 I/O. You can connect two eight-
channel interfaces (such as the 888|24 I/O™ or
882|20 I/O™) or a single sixteen-channel inter-
face (1622 I/O™ or 24-bit ADAT Bridge I/O™)
for expanded input and output options, using
their original cables.
Accessory Port
This port is not supported.
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Replacing an I/O Card
To replace a card:
1 Power off and disconnect the 96 I/O from
your Pro Tools|HD system.
14 Press the 96 I/O Power switch. the other end is plugged into a Pro Tools|HD
card, you may have inadvertently disconnected
15 When you power on the unit, verify that the
another 50-pin cable when installing the card.
LED ring around the power switch lights orange.
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