LoLa881 - Hi-Fi System Digigram - Free user manual and instructions

Type of Product	Hi-Fi System
Brand	Digigram
Model	LoLa881
Dimensions (W x H x D)	400 x 300 x 150 mm (approx.)
Weight	5 kg (approx.)
Power Supply	AC 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption	50 W (max)
Supported Media	CD, CD-R, CD-RW, MP3 via USB
Radio Tuner	FM with RDS
Bluetooth	Version 4.2, range 10 m
USB Port	USB-A for playback and charging
AUX Input	3.5 mm stereo jack
Speaker Output	2 x 20 W RMS
Remote Control	Included
Display	LCD with backlight
Maintenance	Wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Keep away from water and moisture. Do not open the casing.
Spare Parts & Repairability	Contact Digigram support or authorized service centers.
Manual	23-page PDF available for download.

Frequently Asked Questions - LoLa881 Digigram

How do I connect my smartphone via Bluetooth?

Press the Bluetooth button on the unit or remote. On your phone, enable Bluetooth and select 'Digigram LoLa881' from the list. Once paired, audio will stream automatically.

Can I play music from a USB drive?

Yes, insert a USB drive formatted as FAT32. The system will automatically detect and play supported audio files (MP3, WMA). Use the USB source button to select.

How do I set the clock?

Press and hold the Clock button on the remote. Use the +/− buttons to set the hour, then press again to set minutes. Confirm with Clock.

Why is there no sound from the speakers?

Check that the speakers are properly connected. Ensure the volume is not muted. Verify the correct input source is selected (e.g., CD, AUX, Bluetooth).

How can I improve FM radio reception?

Extend the FM antenna fully. Relocate the unit away from metal objects or electronic devices. If reception remains poor, try an external FM antenna.

Can I connect additional speakers?

The system supports the included passive speakers only. Do not connect speakers with lower impedance than specified (4 ohms) to avoid damage.

How do I clean the unit?

Disconnect the power. Use a soft, dry cloth to gently wipe the surfaces. Do not use liquid cleaners or abrasive materials.

My CD skips or doesn't play. What should I do?

Try a different CD. Check the disc for scratches or smudges; clean it with a soft cloth from center to edge. If the problem persists, the laser lens may be dirty; use a lens cleaning disc.

Is there an alarm function?

Yes, you can set a single or dual alarm using the Alarm button on the remote. Choose to wake to radio, CD, buzzer, or Bluetooth.

Where can I find the user manual?

The manual is available for free download as a PDF on notice-facile.com. Search for 'Digigram LoLa881' or use the link provided on this page.

USER MANUAL LoLa881 Digigram

Professional Multichannel Sound Cards

User manual

For technical support please contact your system supplier

Digigram S.A.

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

Tel: [phone]• Fax: [phone]• E-mail: [e-mail]

Digigram Inc.

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

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Digigram Asia Pte Ltd.

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

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Table of Contents

INFORMATION FOR THE USER....4

IMPORTANT NOTICE....5

CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE....5

FEATURES 6

LoLa881 main hardware features....6

LoLa16161 main hardware features....6

Main software features....6

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS....7

Minimum hardware requirements....7

Software requirements....7

OS supported 7

HARDWARE INSTALLATION....7

Installing the card....7

Interrupt and memory address....7

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION......8

Installation under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008,

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

The ASIO Control panel....9

'LoLa Manager' control panel.... 10

Removing the driver under Windows XP and Windows Server 2003....11

Removing the driver under Windows Vista, Server 2008, and Windows Server 7....11

HOW TO CHECK THE INSTALLATION....

SPECIFICATIONS......16

Configuration 16

Inputs.... 16

Outputs 17

Connectors 17

Audio specifications.... 17

Development environments.... 18

APPENDICES....19

LoLa881/16161 schematic diagram 19

LoLa881 Connector 20

LoLa16161 Connector....20

LoLa881/16161, AES 1 - 4 and sync cable connector....21

Wiring diagram LoLa881/16161, AES 1 - 4 and sync....21

Wiring diagram LoLa881/16161, AES 5 - 8....22

Pinout - LoLa881/16161, AES 1 - 4 and sync.... 23

Pinout - LoLa16161, AES 5 - 8....23

Copyright 2009 - 2010 Digigram. All rights reserved.

No portion of this manual may be reproduced without prior written consent from Digigram. The copyright protection claimed here includes photocopying, translation and/or reformatting of the information contained in this manual.

While every effort has been made to ensure accuracy, Digigram is not responsible for errors, omissions or typos and reserves the right to make improvements or changes in the products and programs described without notice.

Digigram and the Digigram logo, and LoLa881/16161 are registered trademarks or trademarks of Digigram S.A.. Other trademarks are property of their respective holders.

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.

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:

• 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.

IMPORTANT NOTICE

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

• International: CISPR22 (2005) Class B.
• Europe: EMC 2004/108/CE 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.

Due to the reduced length of the PCI EXPRESS ^TM bus connector and the resulting lack of mechanical stability, we strongly advise against transporting the 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.

CONTENTS OF THIS PACKAGE

You have just acquired a LoLa sound card by Digigram and we congratulate you!

The package consists of the following components:

- A flyer indicating the web address of the product page with information on downloading drivers, firmware, documentation...

• a LoLa881 or LoLa16161 sound card

The end user version additionally includes:

• A primary cable
  • a secondary cable (LoLa16161 only)

For the OEM version, the cables are available optionally.

FEATURES

LoLa881 and LoLa16161 are audio cards for PCI EXPRESS™ (PCIe®) bus. They come in PCI EXPRESS™ format and can thus be plugged into any PCIe® slot (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16, x32).

LoLa881 main hardware features

• 4 AES/EBU inputs * with h/w frequency converters (up to 192 kHz)
  • 4 AES/EBU * outputs (up to 192 kHz)
• 1 AES/EBU * sync input (up to 192 kHz in play and record)
  • 1 standard Word Clock input (up to 192 kHz)
  • 1 standard Word Clock output (up to 192 kHz)
  • 1 PAL/NTSC video sync input

LoLa16161 main hardware features

• 8 AES/EBU inputs * with h/w frequency converters (up to 192 kHz)
  • 8 AES/EBU outputs * (up to 192 kHz)
  • 1 AES/EBU sync input * (up to 192 kHz in play and record)
  • 1 standard Word Clock input (up to 192 kHz)
  • 1 standard Word Clock output (up to 192 kHz)
  • 1 PAL/NTSC video sync input

Main software features

• Real-time, simultaneous record and playback in PCM (8, 16 and 24 bits and 32 bits Float)
- LoLa Manager application by Digigram allowing to easily configure and control the boards.
- Low latency DirectSound and ASIO ** drivers

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Minimum hardware requirements

PC with one free PCI EXPRESS ^TM (PCIe ^® ) slot (x1, x2, x4, x8, x16 or x32). The power of the processor and the memory depend on application and operating system used on the PC.

Software requirements

The LoLa881/16161 requires installation of the drivers included in the LoLa Kit version 1.03 or higher.

The LoLa Kit includes:

• a WDM DirectSound driver

- an ASIO driver *

• LoLa Manager application to configure and control the boards

OS supported

LoLa881 and LoLa16161 run under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7.

HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Due to the reduced length of the PCI EXPRESS ^TM bus connector and the resulting lack of mechanical stability, we strongly advise against transporting the 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 PCIe ^® slot and press it down to position it firmly. Tighten the fastening screw of the bracket, or lock the card by means of the mechanism provided for this purpose on your computer.

SOFTWARE INSTALLATION

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

Please visit the Digigram web site for the most recent driver or firmware (LoLa881/LoLa16161).

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

Installation under Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7

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.

- Shut down your computer and insert the card.

- Restart your computer.

- Click Cancel if the "Found New Hardware" wizard appears.

- Double-click onto the Digigram LoLa Kit vxx.msi 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.

• The WDM DirectSound and ASIO drivers are now installed. 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 Continue in the "Hardware installation" window (Windows XP, Server 2003).

- Under Windows Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7: Click Allow in the "User Account Control" window. Click Install in the "Windows Security" window.

- Click Continue in the "Hardware installation" window.

- Click on the Finish button to complete the driver installation.

The 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 this interface, go to , , , . For help on how to use this control panel, please refer to its on-line help (“? Help” button).

'LoLa Manager' control panel

To launch this interface, go to , , , .

It allows to:

• access the latency settings of the card(s)
- select the synchronization clock source
- select a LoLa board in case more than one has been installed in the computer
- enable/disable the sampling frequency converters
• synchronize several boards
• display the synchronization status

For help on how to use this control panel, please refer to its on-line 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 LoLa Kit...", and Change/Remove.
• Select Remove in the "LoLa Kit" window.
• Follow the instructions to complete the driver removal.

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

• Open the Windows Control Panel and double-click on the Programs and Features icon.
• 'Select Digigram LoLa Kit... vxx.msi' and Remove.
• Follow the instructions to complete driver removal.

How to check the installation

Once the driver and the cards are 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.

WDM DirectSound playback devices available under Windows XP:

The DirectSound "Playback" devices correspond to the physical outputs of the card and thus to the inputs of the hardware mixer.

WDM DirectSound recording devices available under Windows XP:

The DirectSound "Record" devices correspond to the physical inputs of the card and thus to the outputs of the hardware mixer.

WDM DirectSound playback devices available under Windows Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7:

The DirectSound "Playback" devices correspond to the physical outputs of the card and thus to the inputs of the hardware mixer.

WDM DirectSound recording devices available under Windows Vista, Server 2008, and Windows 7:

The DirectSound "Record" devices correspond to the physical inputs of the card and thus to the outputs of the hardware mixer.

• The card can be used with any DirectSound application.
• Launch the LoLa Mixer from to see the cards in the "Board:" combo-box and to select them.
• The card is visible from any (32-bit) ASIO application.

SPECIFICATIONS

Configuration

LoLa881 LoLa	16161
Bus/Format	PCI EXPRESS TM (PCIe ) slot(x1, x2, x4, x8, x16 or x32).
Size 168 mm x 111 mm x 20 mm
Power requirements(+3.3 V / +12 V)	0.8 A / 0.5 A 1 A /	0,05 A
Operating:temp / humidity(non-condensing)	0°C / +50°C • 5% / 90%
Storage: temp / humidity(non-condensing)	-5°C / +70°C • 0% / 95%

Inputs

LoLa881 LoLa	16161
Digital inputs (stereo)	4 AES/EBU*with h/w sample rate converters, 16:1 à 1:16, up to 192 kHz	8 AES/EBU*with h/w sample rate converters, 16:1 à 1:16, up to 192 kHz
Other inputs	• AES/EBU Sync *(up to 192 kHz managed by driver, h/w 216 kHz)• Word clock (up to 192 kHz)• video sync(PAL, NTSC, 32000 Hz – 192000 Hz)
AES11 synchronization Yes

LoLa881 & LoLa16161

User manual

Outputs

LoLa881 LoLa16161
Digital outputs (stereo)	4 AES/EBU, up to 192 kHz(up to 192 kHz managed by driver, h/w 216 kHz)	8 AES/EBU, up to 192 kHz
Other outputs	Word Clock (up to 192 kHz)

Connectors

LoLa881 LoLa16161
Internal connector	Add-on board link (reserved for future use)
External connector(s) 1 26-pin SCSI MDR 2 x 26-pin SCSI MDR

Audio specifications

LoLa881 LoLa16161
Sampling frequency Programmable from 32 to 192 kHz
Hardware mixer High-precision calculation, 32-bit Float
Supported audio formats PCM (16, 24, 32 bits, Float IEEE754)

Development environments

LoLa881 LoLa16161
Other management	ASIO (32-bit), DirectSound
OS supported	Windows XP, Windows Server 2003, Windows Server 2008, Windows Vista, and Windows 7
Main on-board processing features	PCM, play+record

APPENDICES

LoLa881/16161 schematic diagram

LoLa881 Connector

J1: AES 1 - 4 and sync cable connector

LoLa16161 Connector

AES 1 - 4 and sync cable
J2: AES 5 - 8 cable connector

LoLa881/16161, AES I - 4 and sync cable connector

Schematic diagram of the cable delivered by Digigram*:

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

Wiring diagram LoLa881/16161, AES I - 4 and sync

Cable diagram LoLa16161, AES 5 - 8

Schematic diagram of the cable delivered by Digigram*:

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

Wiring diagram LoLa881/16161, AES 5 - 8

Pinout - LoLa881/16161, AES 1 - 4 and sync

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	reserved 14 GND
2	Word Clock IN	15	Word Clock OUT
3	Video IN 16	reserved
4	AES/EBU OUT 1 +	17	AES/EBU OUT 1 -
5	AES/EBU OUT 2 +	18	AES/EBU OUT 2 -
6	AES/EBU OUT 3 +	19	AES/EBU OUT 3 -
7	AES/EBU OUT 4 +	20	AES/EBU OUT 4 -
8	AES/EBU IN 1 +	21	AES/EBU IN 1 -
9	AES/EBU IN 2 +	22	AES/EBU IN 2 -
10	AES/EBU IN 3 +	23	AES/EBU IN 3 -
11	AES/EBU IN 4 +	24	AES/EBU IN 4 -
12	AES/EBU SYNC + 25	AES/EBU SYNC -
13	Reserved 26 reserved

Pinout - LoLa16161, AES 5 - 8

Pin	Signal	Pin	Signal
1	reserved 14 GND
2	reserved 15 reserved
3	reserved 16 reserved
4	AES/EBU OUT 5 +	17	AES/EBU OUT 5 -
5	AES/EBU OUT 6 +	18	AES/EBU OUT 6 -
6	AES/EBU OUT 7 +	19	AES/EBU OUT 7 -
7	AES/EBU OUT 8 +	20	AES/EBU OUT 8 -
8	AES/EBU IN 5 +	21	AES/EBU IN 5 -
9	AES/EBU IN 6 +	22	AES/EBU IN 6 -
10	AES/EBU IN 7 +	23	AES/EBU IN 7 -
11	AES/EBU IN 8 +	24	AES/EBU IN 8 -
12	reserved 25 reserved
13	reserved 26 reserved