ADA-8XR FAQ, Tips and Techniques

ADA-8 and ADA-8XR FAQ (click on the '+' to expand the answer)
	+	What is the difference between Path 1 and Path 2?
Answer There is no difference between Path 1 and Path 2. The ADA-8XR allows the user complete flexibility to configure each path to suit a particular setup, whether that be A to D, D to A or D to D format conversion. Find a more detailed description of the ADA-8XR path structure in the Operation Manual, chapter 4 "Philosophy of Operation". The manual is available from the Downloads page. (ID = 0001)
	+	Which digital formats are currently supported for the ADA-8XR?
Answer Different formats can be accomodated by the ADA-8XR using plug-in modules. For more information on the formats supported see this technical tip. (ID = 0002)
	+	Why are some of the buttons blue?
Answer These are menu short-cut buttons that enable the user to cycle through and change only the options available inside the box connected to each blue button. Find a more detailed description of the ADA-8XR short-cut buttons in the Operation Manual, section 2.2 "configuring the ADA-8XR". The manual is available from the Downloads page. (ID = 0003)
	+	How many configuration stores can I have?
Answer There are four banks of stores with six stores in each bank giving a total of twenty four. The factory default stores pre-loaded into your ADA-8XR will depend on the plug-in boards fitted. Find a more detailed description of the ADA-8XR configuration stores in the Operation Manual, section 4.5 "Configuration / Stores". The manual is available from the Downloads page. (ID = 0004)
	+	How do I update the firmware?
Answer The ADA-8XR can be upgraded from a PC using the serial port. For full details of how to do this, see this technical tip. (ID = 0005)
	+	What cable do I need to upgrade my firmware?
Answer A standard "null modem" serial cable is required. The pinout can be found here. (ID = 0006)
	+	What is the AES squid pinout?
Answer Please refer to this technical tip. (ID = 0007)
	+	How much delay compensation do I apply on the Pro Tools HD Hardware Insert Delay feature?
Answer Please see this technical note. (ID = 0043)
	+	Why can't my computer see my ADA-8/ADA-8XR FireWire card?
Answer 1) First ensure that the FireWire card is being detected by the ADA-8/ADA-8XR hardware by using the "Interrogate Modules" option in the ADA-8/ADA-8XR's menu. 2) Again on the ADA-8/ADA-8XR, make sure that the Source and Destination of both paths is set to the relevant slot which houses the FireWire card. 3) Windows users may have to re-install the ADA-8/ADA-8XR FireWire drivers when adding a new ADA-8/ADA-8XR or new FireWire card. (ID = 0044)

My problem is not listed here - what should I try next?

You can do one or more of the following:

Download the ADA-8XR manuals for full product details.

Contact your local distributor for help.

Contact tech.support@prismsound.com for specific problems not found above.