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Operating the S convert
The basic procedure for setting up and using your S convert is simple and takes only a
few minutes. Remove all packing materials (save them in case of need for future service)
and check to make sure that you remove the supplied AC power adapter.
• Connect the output from the device you want to level match (like a consumer CD
player using standard RCA cables) to the S converts –10dBV, Left & Right RCA
inputs.
• Using standard XLR to XLR mic cables, connect the S convert’s +4dBu Left & Right
OUTPUTS to the professional DAT recorder balanced inputs.
• Set the -10 dBV LEVEL control to the detent position (12:00 o’clock).
• Set the +4 dBu LEVEL control to the detent position (12:00 o’clock).
• Plug the S converts power adapter into a wall outlet and switch the unit on by press-
ing the power switch.
• Apply a signal from the output of the CD, and monitor the input of the DAT recorder.
• If necessary, you can use the –10 LEVEL control to fine tune the level sent out of the
S convert.
Using the LEVEL controls
Both the +4dBU and –10dBV inputs have a LEVEL control that you can use to slightly
adjust either of the inputs. The fact is, not all gear is calibrated to the same input and out-
put levels. There are plenty of great sounding devices whose input and output levels are all
over the board. S convert’s LEVEL controls can be tremendously useful in precisely
matching the signal of different gear, which will maximize signal to noise ratio and improve
the overall sound of your recordings or live performance. The LEVEL controls have cen-
ter detents so when placed in the detent (12:00 o’clock) position the unit is at unity gain
and the LEVEL control has no effect on the signal. Moving the LEVEL control to the left
will decrease the signal, and moving the LEVEL control to the right will increase the sig-
nal.
