Lynx

Lynx AES16e-50

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  • Tech Specs

AES16e with 32 channels of AES50 I/O plus sixteen channels of sample rate conversion

The AES16e-50 from Lynx Studio Technology is a PCI express AES/EBU digital computer interface card, with 32 channels of AES50 inputs and outputs, and 16 channels of sample rate conversion. It's a powerful tool for integrating with digital consoles, multi-channel A/D and D/A converters, and digital audio workstations. It features an integrated 64 channel software mixer that provides zero-latency monitoring.

Whether you're working with dual-wire 96 kHz or 192 kHz devices, or single-wire AES/EBU 192 kHz standards, the AES16e-50 will support them. For larger installations, the AES50/SuperMac port enables long runs on CAT-5 cable that are free of degradation, even when passing high channel counts. It also enables connected devices to be monitored and controlled through networked browsers.

The on-board mixer software supplies you with a virtual patch-bay functionality, and enables you to save and recall an unlimited number of routing configurations and mixer scenes. Exclusive SynchroLock technology provides excellent tolerance to jitter when syncing to an external clock. Four cards can be installed on a single computer for a total of 64 inputs and outputs of low latency, high bandwidth audio.

Connections Two bracket-mounted 26-pin high-density female D-sub connectors for AES/EBU
Board mounted RJ45 jack and accessory RJ45 bracket
Digital Signal I/O Eight inputs and eight outputs
24-bit AES/EBU format, transformer coupled
Channels: 16 in/out in single-wire mode, 8 in/out in dual-wire mode
AES50:
One AES50 port, 24-bit audio, 100 Mbit/second data rate on Cat5e or Cat6 cabling
AES50 Channels:
48kHz / 44.1kHz: 48 inputs available to 32 record channels, 32 outputs
96kHz / 88.2kHz: 24 inputs, 24 outputs
192kHz / 176.4kHz: 12 inputs, 12 outputs
Clock Sources: Any AES/EBU digital input, internal word clock on header, on-board low-jitter crystal oscillator, AES50 port
SynchroLock: Multi-stage, VCXO-based clock generation system with high jitter attenuation. Wide mode tracks off-frequency clocks, narrow mode generates ultra-low jitter output for standard frequencies.
Sample Rates All standard rates and variable rates up to 192 kHz in both single wire and dual-wire modes
Sample Rate Conversion Sixteen channels available with support for conversion ratios up to 16:1
Dynamic Range 142 dB
Dimensions Standard half-size PCI Express card:
5 x 7.4 x 0.75" (127 x 187.96 x 19.05mm)
Weight Not Specified by Manufacturer

Product Highlights
  • 16 Channels of 192 kHz AES/EBU I/O
  • Run 48 Channels Utilizing the AES50 Port
  • Multi-Channel Sync via CAT-5 Cable
  • Long Cable Runs Without Degradation
  • Supports 5.1 & 7.1 Surround Sound
  • Powerful On-Board Digital Mixer
  • Mac & Windows Compatible