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Product TypeProfessional Multichannel Sound Card (PCI Express)
ModelVX442e
Bus InterfacePCI Express x1 (compatible x2, x4, x8, x16, x32)
Dimensions (W x D x H)168 mm x 111 mm x 20 mm
Power Requirements+3.3V: 2.5 A, +12V: 0.1 A (no +5V or -12V needed)
Analog Inputs4 balanced mono line inputs, programmable analog/digital gain, max +24 dBu
Analog Outputs4 servo-balanced mono line outputs, programmable analog/digital gain, max +24 dBu
Digital Audio2 AES/EBU stereo inputs (up to 192 kHz with SRC), 2 AES/EBU stereo outputs (up to 192 kHz), 1 AES/EBU sync input, 1 Word Clock input/output (up to 96 kHz)
Additional Inputs1 video sync input, 1 SMPTE/LTC input
Sample Rate / ResolutionUp to 192 kHz, 24-bit A/D and D/A converters
Supported Audio FormatsPCM (8, 16, 24 bits), Float IEEE754
Digital Signal ProcessorMotorola 56321 at 240 MHz, 512 kWords RAM
Software FeaturesReal-time record/playback, low latency DirectSound, Wave, and ASIO drivers, np SDK support for mixing, monitoring, cross-fades, etc.
Supported Operating SystemsWindows XP, Server 2003, Server 2008, Vista, Windows 7 (32/64-bit)
Connector Type68-pin SCSI MDR (for I/O breakout cable)
ComplianceFCC Class B, CISPR22 Class B, EMC 89/336/CEE
Package Contents (End User)VX442e card, cables, CD-ROM with drivers and manual
Optional AccessoriesBreakout cables, 2U 19-inch breakout box (BoB8)
Operating Temperature / Humidity0°C to +50°C, 5% to 90% non-condensing
Storage Temperature / Humidity-5°C to +70°C, 0% to 95% non-condensing

Frequently Asked Questions - VX442e Digigram

How do I install the VX442e sound card?
First, power off your computer and insert the card into a free PCI Express slot (x1 or larger). Secure it with the screw. Then boot the computer and install the driver from the included CD-ROM or download the latest HR Runtime package from Digigram's website. Run the installer with administrator rights, follow the prompts, and reboot if necessary.
Which operating systems are supported?
The VX442e supports Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7 (both 32-bit and 64-bit versions).
What are the main audio inputs and outputs?
It has 4 balanced analog mono line inputs, 4 servo-balanced analog mono line outputs, 2 AES/EBU stereo inputs (with sample rate converters), 2 AES/EBU stereo outputs, and additional sync inputs (Word Clock, Video, LTC).
How can I adjust input/output gain?
Gain is programmable via the Digigram Hardware Settings (DHS) control panel. Analog gain range: -94.5 dB to +15.5 dB (input) and -86 dB to +24 dB (output). Digital gain range: -110 dB to +18 dB (input/output).
What sample rates and bit depths are supported?
Sample rates from 32 kHz to 192 kHz, with 24-bit resolution. Supports PCM (8, 16, 24 bits) and Float IEEE754 formats.
How do I verify the card is properly installed?
Open the Digigram drivers control panel, go to the Diagnostics tab. Right-click the card icon and select 'Play Sine' to test audio output. If you hear a sine wave, the card is working. Also check that WDM devices appear in Windows Sound settings.
What should I do if the card is not detected?
Ensure the card is fully seated in the PCIe slot and screwed in. Reinstall the HR Runtime driver, making sure to select 'Drivers for the HR boards' during setup. If still not detected, try a different PCIe slot or check for BIOS settings.
Can I use the card with ASIO applications?
Yes, the ASIO driver (32-bit) is included. Launch the ASIO control panel from the Digigram folder to configure buffer size, bit depth (16/24), and I/O routing. Note: For 64-bit applications, ensure you install the 32-bit version of the ASIO driver.
How do I clean and maintain the card?
Use a soft, dry cloth to remove dust. Avoid liquids or solvents. Handle the card by its edges to prevent electrostatic discharge (ESD). Store in an anti-static bag when not in use.
What accessories are available for the VX442e?
Optional breakout cables and a 2U 19-inch breakout box (BoB8) for easy connection. The end-user package includes the necessary cables and a CD-ROM with drivers.

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USER MANUAL VX442e Digigram

Professional Multichannel Sound Cards

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User manual

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Digigram S.A.

82/84 Allée Galilée, 38330 Montbonnot-Saint-Martin, FRANCE

Tel: +33 (0)4 76 52 47 47• Fax: +33 (0) 4 76 52 18 44• E-mail: info@digigram.com

Digigram Inc.

2000 North 14th Street - Suite 530, Arlington, VA 22201-USA

Tel: +1 703 875 9100 • Fax: +1 703 875 9161 • E-mail: input@digigram.com

Digigram Asia Pte Ltd.

60 Albert Street - #19-11OG Albert Complex Singapore 189969, Singapore

Tel: +65 6291 2234 • Fax: +65 6291 3433 • E-mail: info_asia@digigram.com

Table of Contents

INFORMATION FOR THE USER 4

IMPORTANT NOTICE....5

CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE....5

FEATURES 6

VX442HR and VX442e main hardware features....6

Main software features....6

REQUIREMENTS 7

Minimum hardware requirements....7

Software requirements....7

Supported operating systems 7

HARDWARE INSTALLATION......8

Installing the card 8

Interrupt and memory address....8

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION......8

Standard installation under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003,

Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista et Windows 7....8

Digigram Control Center....11

ASIO Control Panel....12

Removing the driver under Windows XP and Windows Server 2003....12

Removing the driver under Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7...... 12

HOW TO CHECK THE INSTALLATION....13

THE 'DIGIGRAM HARDWARE SETTINGS' ('DHS')

CONTROL PANEL 14

SPECIFICATIONS....15

Configuration.... 15

Inputs....15

Outputs....16

Connectors....16

Audio specifications....16

Audio performance....17

Development environments....17

APPENDICES 18

VX442HR/e schematic diagram 18

Layout 19

Cable diagram....20

Wiring diagram....21

Adapter cable Sub-D 62 ⇔ SCSI 68 MDR....22

Connection cable VX442e ⇔ BoB8 22

Sub-D 62 ⇔ SCSI 68 MDR wiring diagram....23

VX442HR cable pinout....24

VX442e cable pinout....24

INFORMATION FOR THE USER

This device complies with part 15 of FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a CLASS B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions contained in this data sheet, may cause harmful interference to radio and television communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation.

If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

* reorient or relocate the receiving antenna
* increase the separation between the equipment and the receiver
* connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that of the receiver
* consult the dealer or an experienced audio television technician.

Note: Connecting this device to peripheral devices that do not comply with CLASS B requirements or using an unshielded peripheral data cable could also result in harmful interference to radio or television reception. The user is cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to operate this equipment. To ensure

that the use of this product does not contribute to interference, it is necessary to use shielded I/O cables.

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Warning:

Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage several components on the board. To avoid such damage in handling the board, take the following precautions:

Bring the device and everything that contacts it to ground potential by providing a conductive surface and discharge paths. As a minimum, observe these precautions:

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• Disconnect all power and signal sources.
- Place the device on a grounded conductive work surface.
• Ground yourself via a grounding wrist strap or by holding a grounded object.
• Ground any tool that will contact the device.

Due to the reduced length of the PCI EXPRESS ^™ bus connector and the resulting lack of mechanical stability, we strongly advise against transporting the PCIe ^® card(s) installed in a computer, unless its chassis or case provides a dedicated support to keep the card securely in place in order to avoid physical damage.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

This card has been tested and found to comply with the following standards:

• International: CISPR22 Class B
• Europe: EMC 89/336/CEE (1992) specifications
• United States: FCC Rules-Part 15-Class B (digital device)

In order to guarantee compliance with the above standards in an installation, the following must be done:

  • the provided cable must not be modified
    • additional cables used must have their respective shield connected to each extremity

CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE

Thank you for purchasing a Digigram VX sound card.

The package consists of the following components:

- a VX442HR or VX442e sound card

The end user version additionally includes:

  • cable(s)
  • a CD-Rom with drivers, installation notices, FAQs, etc...

For the OEM version, the cables are available optionally.

Also available (optional):

2U 19-inch breakout box allowing straightforward and secure connection to all the cards' I/Os.

FEATURES

The VX442HR is an audio card for PCI bus. It is 'Universal PCI 64-bit/66 MHz' (PCI 2.2), which means it can be plugged in 32-bit/33 MHz 5 V PCI slots as well as in 64-bit/66 MHz 3.3 V keyed PCI slots. The cards is also compatible with PCI-X interfaces.

The VX442e is an audio card for PCI EXPRESS ^TM (PCIe ^® ) bus. It is in PCI EXPRESS ^TM x1 format and can thus be plugged into any PCIe ^® slot (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16, x32).

VX442HR and VX442e main hardware features

  • 4 balanced * analog mono line inputs, with software programmable analog and digital gain
  • 4 servo-balanced ** analog mono line outputs, with software programmable analog and digital gain
    • 192 kHz / 24-bit converters
    • Maximum level on analog inputs and outputs: +24 dBu
  • 2 AES/EBU *** stereo inputs, with hardware sample rate converters (up to 96 kHz on VX422HR, up to 192 kHz on VX422e)
    • 2 AES/EBU *** stereo outputs (up to 192 kHz)
    • 1 AES/EBU *** stereo sync input (up to 192 kHz)
    • 1 standard Word Clock input (up to 96 kHz)
    • 1 standard Word Clock output (up to 96 kHz)
  • 1 video sync input
    • 1 SMPTE/LTC (Linear Time Code) input

Main software features

  • Real-time, simultaneous record and playback in PCM (8, 16 and 24 bits), Float IEEE754 conversion supported (with 24-bit fixed-point dynamic range)
  • When using the np SDK, real-time mixing of several PCM audio streams, direct monitoring, level adjustment, panning, cross-fades, punch-in/punch-out, scrubbing
  • Low latency DirectSound, Wave * ***, and ASIO drivers.

REQUIREMENTS

Minimum hardware requirements

VX442HR

PC with one free PCI or PCI-X slot (5 V or 3.3 V).

VX442e

PCI EXPRESS™ (PCIe®) slot (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16 or x32).

CPU power and memory required depend on the operating system and on the audio application used.

Software requirements

To use your VX442HR or VX442e, install the driver from the HR Runtime package version 1.72 or higher. This package includes:

  • a Digigram np driver enabling OEM applications to best capitalize on the boards
    • a WDM DirectSound driver
  • a Wave driver * (32 bits, installation optional)
  • an ASIO driver (32 bits, installation optional)

Note: the HR Runtime package for Windows Vista does not include a Wave driver. In case your audio application explicitly requires a Wave interface, a Wave driver is available on request. In this case, please contact Digigram.

Supported operating systems

The VX442 HR and VX442e cards run under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista et Windows 7.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Due to the reduced length of the PCI EXPRESS™ bus connector and the resulting lack of mechanical stability, we strongly advise against transporting the PCIe® card(s) installed in a computer, unless its chassis or case provides a dedicated support to keep the card securely in place in order to avoid physical damage.

The card has to be installed in the computer prior to installing its driver.

Installing the card

Gently plug the card in a free PCI slot and press it down to position it firmly. Tighten the screw.

Interrupt and memory address

Hardware interrupt and addresses are automatically set up at start-up by the PCI PnP BIOS.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

Note: the installation of the software requires administrator rights on your computer

Please visit the Digigram web site at www.digigram.com for the most recent driver.

In case you run a specific application developed or installed by a Digigram Partner, this application might require the use of a specific driver version. In this case, make sure that the updated driver has been approved by your supplier.

Standard installation under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, and Windows Vista

If the driver has been downloaded from our web site, it has to be expanded prior to the driver's installation as follows: double-click on the downloaded file (self-expanding). You can use the default destination location (Windows temporary folder) or select another directory.

Important note: this default procedure installs the 'Digigram Hardware Settings' control panel. This application allows the configuration of the hardware resources of Digigram cards for all audio applications. The DHS allows for instance to define the clock of the card, the input source, input and output analog and digital gain, Sample Rate Converters, digital output format, etc...

Please note that, with the DHS installed, controls available through the DirectSound control panel are limited to:

• Volume control for input and output
- Wave control

Under Windows XP and Server 2003 you may also install the driver without installing the DHS control panel, and in this case more controls are available through the DirectSound control panel:

• Volume control for input
- Wave control
• Monitoring control
- Analog input level
- Digital input level
- Clock selection: AES Sync, AES I, Word Clock
• Digital output format: professional, consumer

To do so, install the driver with the command line: "setup x_topology" (not available under Windows Vista). For detailed information, please refer to the dedicated document on our web site.

  • Shut down your computer and insert your VX card.
  • Restart your computer.
  • Click on Cancel if the Found New Hardware Wizard appears.
  • Double-click on the HR Runtime vxx.msi/HR Runtime vxx.msi for Vista icon to launch the driver installation.
    • A welcome message is displayed, click Next to continue.
  • The “License Agreement” window appears: read it, and click on “I accept the terms in the license agreement” to approve it.
  • Do the same in the next window for Virtual PCX and PC Codec Legal Notice.
  • In the “Custom Setup” window, the “Drivers for the HR boards” are displayed; by default, both WDM DirectSound and ASIO HR are installed.

To install the Wave driver ^* , select 'Wave'.

To be able to use your VX card through np, select the 'Digigram np' component option (or make sure that the np application explicitly sets the 'VX_FLAG' with PCXInitialize()).

Next.

- In the “Ready to Install the Program Window”, click on Install to start copying the files.

- Note: In case you use an unsigned driver version, the "Digital Signature Not Found" message may appear because a non-Microsoft software is about to be installed. Click on Continue in the "Hardware installation" window (Windows XP, Server 2003).

- Under Windows Vista: Click Allow in the "User Account Control" window. Click Install in the "Windows Security" window.

- In the "Digigram drivers" window, select the number and the size of buffers required by your applications. Click on Ok.

- Click Finish to complete the driver installation.

Digigram Control Center

This control panel allows to define:

• the number of buffers and their size
• the granularity

Please note that for all sound cards of the VX range, "PCM only" is the only operating mode, therefore this button is not functional in the Digigram control panel (CPL). (To access this control panel, go to , , , ). For detailed information on how to use the Digigram control panel, please refer to its online help ("? Help" button).

Digigram Drivers General Information | Diagnostics | HR Runtime | Supported Boards PCX882HR, PCX881HR, PCX1222HR, PCX1221HR, PCX924HR, PCX924HR-Mic, PCX22HR, VX882HR, VX881HR, VX1222HR, VX1221HR, VX222HR, VX222HR-Mic, PCX442HR, VX442HR, PCX822HR, VX822HR, VX820HR, PCX440HR, PCX422HR, PCX882e, PCX881e, PCX1222e, PCX1221e, PCX924e, PCX924e-Mic, PCX22e, VX882e, VX881e, VX1222e, VX1221e, VX222e, VX222e-Mic, PCX442e, VX442e, PCX822e, VX822e, VX820e, PCX440e, PCX422e Registry Settings Buffers : 200 Buffer size : 32768 Buffer Pool Status Available buffers : 200 Buffer size : 32768 Performance Management / Stream Granularity PCM-Only Mode Current stream granularity : 96 Samples 96 304 Current Performances Average CPU usage : 0.0% Remaining buffer pool : 48 / 48 KWords OK Cancel Apply ? Help

ASIO Control Panel

Note: for most current ASIO applications (e.g. Cubase, Nuendo, etc...) you have the choice between a 32-bit version and a 64-bit version when installing them under Windows ≥ Vista. For operation with your LoLa sound card, make sure to use the 32-bit version!

To launch the ASIO control panel, go to , , , .

It allows to:

  • set/modify the size of ASIO buffers (and thus latency)
  • select the number of bits per sample (16 or 24)
  • select the LTC frame rate
  • select the I/O used
  • enable/disable the hardware monitoring control

For more information on this ASIO control panel, please refer to its online help.

Removing the driver under Windows XP and Windows Server 2003

  • Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the Add/Remove Software icon.
  • Select "Digigram HR Runtime ...", and Change/Remove.
  • Select Remove in the HR Runtime window.
  • Follow the instructions to finish to remove the driver.

Removing the driver under Windows Vista

  • Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the Programs and Features icon.
  • Select "Digigram HR Runtime for Vista...", and Change/Remove.
  • Select Remove in the HR Runtime window.
  • Follow the instructions to finish removing the driver.

How to check the installation

Once the cards and the driver have been installed according to the procedure described in this manual, you can verify that the card is properly installed and works fine as follows:

- Menu , , tab "Audio", Default device (Playback device, Recording device). The card's channels can be selected. The card can be used with any DirectSound application.

Available WDM devices are:

• VX442HR/e 1+2 (WDM) (record and playback)
• VX442HR/e 3+4 (WDM) (record and playback)

- The card is also visible via the np interface: go to and select .

  • In the “Digigram drivers” window, select the ‘General Information’ tab. In the “Modules Information” window, you can see the HR Runtime modules that have been installed, and their versions.
  • In the “Digigram drivers” window, select the ‘Diagnostics’ tab. You should see here the icons of the cards you have installed.
  • If the card you have installed is listed:

- Right click on the icon of the card.

- Select ‘Diagnostics’, and Play Sine. This plays in loop a sine signal on the outputs of the card. You can also select Play file to play in loop a file of your choice (PCM only).

If the playback is correct, the card is correctly installed and works.

  • To stop the playback, right click on the card icon, and select Stop Activities.
  • If the card is not displayed:
  • Make sure that during the HR runtime installation the “Driver for the HR boards” has been selected in the “Select components” window.
  • Make sure that the card is correctly inserted in the PCI slot, and screwed on the PC chassis.
  • If necessary, uninstall the HR runtime package as described in this manual, and re-install it.

- If the Wave driver has been installed *:

- Go to menu , , , , tab "Audio", Default device (Playback device, Recording device). The card's channels can be selected. The card can be used with any Wave application.

Available Wave recording and playback devices are:

• VX442HR/e 1+2 (Wave) (record and playback)
• VX442HR/e 3+4 (Wave) (record and playback)

- If the ASIO driver (32 bits) has been installed:

- The card is visible from any ASIO application.

The ‘Digigram Hardware Settings’ (‘DHS’) control panel

Digigram Hardware Settings (DHS) is an application allowing to configure the hardware resources of Digigram cards for all audio applications using them.

A resource being managed by the DHS application can not be modified by any other applications. To enable an audio application to modify a Digigram card resource, this resource must not be managed by the DHS.

Note: As soon as a resource of a card is managed by the DHS, the clock selection of this card MUST be defined in the DHS.

The DHS allows to:

  • Select the clock the card uses
  • Select the input source
  • Adjust analog and digital gains of inputs and outputs
  • Enable Sample Rate Converters of an input
  • Select the input monitored on an output
  • Set the monitoring gains
  • Define the digital output format

For more detailed information on how to use this control panel, please refer to its online help.

SPECIFICATIONS

Configuration

VX442HR VX442e
Bus/Format64-bit/66 Mhz Universal PCI 2.2,PCI-X compatible,master modePCI ExpressTM (PCIe®) x1(x2, x4, x8, x16, x32 compatible)
Digital Signal Processor Motorola 56321 at 240 MHz
RAM 512 kWords
Size175 mm × 99 mm x 20 mm168 mm × 111 mm x 20 mm
Power requirements(+3.3V/+5V / +12V / -12V)0 A / 0.7 A / 0.5 A / 0.2 A2.5 A / 0 A / 0.1 A / 0 A
Operating: temp / humidity(non-condensing)0°C/+50°C • 5%/90%
Storage: temp / humidity(non-condensing)-5°C/+70°C • 0%/95%

Inputs

VX442HR VX442e
Analog line inputs (mono)4 balanced*
Maximum input level/ impedance+24 dBu/ >10 kΩ
AES/EBU** inputs (stereo)2 with switchable hw sample rate converters ratio 1:3 to 3:1, up to 96 kHz2 with switchable hw sample rate converters, ratio 1:8 to 7,5:1, up to 192 kHz
Programmable input gainanalog: from -94.5dB à +15.5 dB® digital: from -110 dB à +18 dB
Other inputsAES/EBU Sync (up to 192 kHz), Word clock (up to 96 kHz), LTC, Video
AES11 synchronization Yes

Outputs

VX442HR VX442e
Analog line outputs (mono)4 servo-balanced*
Maximum output level / impedance+24 dBu / <100 Ω
Digital outputs (stereo)2 AES/EBU**, up to 192 kHz
Programmable output gainanalog: from -86 dB to +24 dBdigital: from -110 dB to +18 dB
Other output Word clock (up to 96 kHz)

Connectors

VX442HR VX442e
Internal connectors Inter-board Sync
External connector 62-pin HD Sub-D 68-pin SCSI MDR
Digigram accessories availableBreakout cable or 2U 19“ Breakout Box

Audio specifications

VX442HR VX442e
Sampling frequencies availableProgrammable from 32 to 192 kHz
A/D and D/A converter resolution24 bits
Supported audio formats PCM (8, 16, 24 bits), Float IEEE754

Audio performance

Measurements done at Fs=48 kHz unless stated otherwise, with filter on the 22 Hz - 22 kHz range

VX442HR VX442e
Frequency response (record + play)20 Hz–20 kHz: ±0.2 dB
Channel phase difference: 20/20kHz<0.2°/2°
Dynamic range (A-weighted)Analog In: >104 dBAAnalog Out: >104 dBA
THD + noise 1 kHz at -1 dBfsAnalog In: <-97 dBAnalog Out: <-94 dB
THD + N 1 kHz AES/EBU In w/ SRC<-110 dB<-130 dB
Crosstalk (Analog in or out)1 kHz at 24 dBu: <-100 dB15 kHz at 24 dBu: <-85 dB

Development environments

VX442HR VX442e
Digigram managementnp SDK (HR Runtime, PCM)
Other managementWave*, ASIO, and DirectSound (all PCM)
OS supportedWindows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
Main on-board processing features (with np SDK)PCM play & rec, Float IEEE754, direct monitoring, real-time mixing, level adjustment, panning, cross-fade, punch-in/punch-out, scrubbing

APPENDICES

VX442HR/e schematic diagram
Digigram VX442e - APPENDICES - 1

flowchart
graph TD
    A["CRYSTAL"] --> B["Video"]
    B --> C["Word Clock"]
    C --> D["AES/EBU Sync"]
    D --> E["RECEIVE"]
    E --> F["CLOCK GENERATION"]
    F --> G["DSP"]
    G --> H["TRANSMIT"]
    H --> I["DAC"]
    I --> J["Level adjust"]
    J --> K["INTERFACE"]
    K --> L["PCI/PCIe BUS"]
    M["AES/EBU IN 1"] --> N["RECEIVE"]
    O["AES/EBU IN 2"] --> N
    P["ANALOG LINE IN 1-2"] --> Q["Level adjust"]
    R["ANALOG LINE IN 3-4"] --> Q
    N --> G
    Q --> G
    G --> H
    H --> I
    I --> J
    J --> K
    K --> L
    L --> M
    M --> N
    N --> F
    F --> G
    G --> H
    H --> I
    I --> J
    J --> K
    K --> L
    L --> M
    M --> N
    N --> O
    O --> P
    P --> Q
    Q --> R
    R --> S["Level adjust"]
    S --> T["TRANSMIT"]
    T --> U["DAC"]
    U --> V["TRANSMIT"]
    V --> W["TRANSMIT"]
    W --> X["TRANSMIT"]
    X --> Y["TRANSMIT"]
    Y --> Z["TRANSMIT"]
    Z --> AA["TRANSMIT"]
    AA --> AB["TRANSMIT"]
    AB --> AC["TRANSMIT"]
    AC --> AD["TRANSMIT"]
    AD --> AE["TRANSMIT"]
    AE --> AF["TRANSMIT"]
    AF --> AG["TRANSMIT"]
    AG --> AH["TRANSMIT"]
    AH --> AI["TRANSMIT"]
    AI --> AJ["TRANSMIT"]

Layout
J1 Inter-board sync Unused connector VX442HR

J1 Inter-board sync VX442e

J1:
• 62-pin HD Sub-D I/O connector (VX442HR)
• 68-pin SCSI MDR I/O connector (VX442e)

Cable diagram

Schematic diagram of the cable delivered by Digigram*:

J1 43 22 1 IN 1 J2 IN 2 J3 IN 3 J4 IN 4 J5 OUT 1 J10 OUT 2 J11 OUT 3 J12 OUT 4 J13 AES EBU IN 1 J18 AES EBU IN 2 J19 AES EBU OUT 1 J22 AES EBU OUT 2 J23 WORD CLOCK IN J27 WORD CLOCK OUT J28 AES EBU SYNC J26 VIDEO IN J29 LTC IN J30 XLR-3P Female 1 3 2 XLR-3P Male 2 3 1 BNC Female RCA Female

* Your cable may look different if it is not a Digigram cable.

Wiring diagram
Digigram VX442e - Cable diagram - 2

line | J1 | Shell | Center | |----|-------|--------| | 62 | 2 | - | | 61 | 3 | - | | 21 | 2 | - | | 20 | 3 | - | | 60 | 1 | - | | 59 | 2 | - | | 19 | 3 | - | | 18 | 1 | - | | 58 | 2 | - | | 57 | 3 | - | | 17 | 1 | - | | 16 | 2 | - | | 56 | 1 | - | | 55 | 2 | - | | 15 | 3 | - | | 14 | 1 | - | | 44 | 2 | - | | 43 | 1 | - | | 2 | 3 | - | | 1 | 2 | - | | 48 | 1 | - | | 47 | 2 | - | | 8 | 3 | - | | 7 | 1 | - | | 49 | 2 | - | | 50 | - | Center | | 4 | - | Center | | 3 | - | Center | | 23 | - | Center | | 9 | - | Center | | 22,24 | - | Outside | | 27,30 | - | Outside | | 33,36 | - | Outside | | 39,42 | - | Outside | J18 J19 J22 J23 J27 J28 J26 J29 J30

Adapter cable Sub-D 62⇔ SCSI 68 MDR
Sub-D 62 female SCSI 68-pin MDR male 1 22 43 34 68 1 35

If your card is a VX442e, i.e. has a PCI EXPRESS ^TM (PCIe ^® ) bus, use this adapter cable to connect the audio I/O cable with the card.

Connection cable VX442e ⇔ BoB8
Sub-D 62 male SCSI 68-pin MDR male 43 22 1 34 68 1 35

Sub-D 62⇔ SCSI 68 MDR wiring diagram
Digigram VX442e - Cable diagram - 5

line | Time | Value | |------|-------| | 1 | 67 | | 2 | 68 | | 3 | 33 | | 4 | 34 | | 5 | 65 | | 6 | 66 | | 7 | 31 | | 8 | 32 | | 9 | 63 | | 10 | 64 | | 11 | 29 | | 12 | 30 | | 13 | 61 | | 14 | 62 | | 15 | 27 | | 16 | 28 | | 17 | 57 | | 18 | 58 | | 19 | 23 | | 20 | 24 | | 21 | 55 | | 22 | 56 | | 23 | 21 | | 24 | 22 | | 25 | 53 | | 26 | 54 | | 27 | 19 | | 28 | 20 | | 29 | 51 | | 30 | 52 | | 31 | 17 | | 32 | 18 | | 33 | 39 | | 34 | 40 | | 35 | 5 | | 36 | 6 | | 37 | 35 | | 38 | 36 | | 39 | 1 | | 40 | 2 | | 41 | 45 | | 42 | 46 | | 43 | 11 | | 44 | 12 | | 45 | 43 | | 46 | 44 | | 47 | 9 | | 48 | 10 | | 49 | 47 | | 50 | 49 | | 51 | 3 | | 52 | 4 | | 53 | 15 | | 54 | 13 | | 55 | | | 56 | | | 57 | | | 58 | | | 59 | | | 60 | | | 61 | | | 62 | | | Sub-D 62 | Shell | | SCSI 68-pin MDR | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - | | Shell: - (Top) | - |

VX442HR cable pinout

PinSignalPinSignalPinSignal
Digital1AES/EBU IN 2 -22GND43AES/EBU IN 1 -
2AES/EBU IN 2 +23Video IN44AES/EBU IN 1 +
3AES/EBU SYNC -24GND45
4AES/EBU SYNC +2546
52647AES/EBU OUT 1 -
627GND48AES/EBU OUT 1 +
7AES/EBU OUT 2 -2849Word Clock IN
8AES/EBU OUT 2 +2950Word Clock OUT
Analog9LTC IN30GND51
1031 52
1132 53
1233 GND 54
1334 55 OUT 3 -
14OUT 4 -3556OUT 3 +
15OUT 4 +36GND57OUT 1 -
16OUT 2 -3758OUT 1 +
17OUT 2 +3859IN 3 -
18IN 4 -39GND60IN 3 +
19IN 4 +4061IN 1 -
20IN 2 -4162IN 1 +
21IN 2 +42 GND

VX442e cable pinout

DigitalPinSignalPinSignalPinSignal
1AES/EBU IN 4 +11AES/EBU OUT 2 +41GND
2AES/EBU IN 4 -12AES/EBU OUT 2 -42GND
3AES/EBU SYNC +15Video IN43
4AES/EBU SYNC -16GND44
5AES/EBU IN 2 +3545AES/EBU OUT 1 +
6AES/EBU IN 2 -3646AES/EBU OUT 1 -
7GND37Reserved47Word Clock IN
8GND38Reserved48GND
939AES/EBU IN 1 +49Word Clock OUT
1040AES/EBU IN 1 -50GND
AnalogPinSignalPinSignalPinSignal
13LTC IN2857OUT 1 +
14GND2958OUT 1 +
173059GND
1831IN 4 +60GND
1932IN 4 -61
2033IN 2 +62
21OUT 4 +34IN 2 -63
22OUT 4 -5164
23OUT 2 +5265IN 3 +
24OUT 2 -5366IN 3 -
25GND5467IN 1 +
26GND55OUT 3 +68IN 1 -
2756OUT 3 -
Manual assistant
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Product information

Brand : Digigram

Model : VX442e

Category : Hi-Fi System