Data Video AD-10 User manual

AD-10
AUDIO DELAY BOX

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Table of Contents
TABLE OF CONTENTS .................................................................................................2
FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT..................................................................................4
WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS ................................................................................ 4
WARRANTY ............................................................................................................... 5
STANDARD WARRANTY.....................................................................................................5
THREE YEAR WARRANTY ...................................................................................................6
DISPOSAL ..................................................................................................................7
1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW ............................................................................................8
1.1 FEATURES ................................................................................................................8
2. FRONT PANEL....................................................................................................9
3. RIGHT PANEL .............................................................................................. 10
4. LEFT PANEL ..................................................................................................... 12
5. DIMENSIONS ....................................................................................................... 13
APPENDIX FIRMWARE UPDATE ............................................................................... 16
1. INTRODUCTION ............................................................................................ 16
2. PREPARATION ..................................................................................................... 16
2.1 SYSTEM REQUIREMENTS...........................................................................................16
2.2 FIRMWARE UPDATE PREPARATION ............................................................................17
2.3 SYSTEM CONNECTION DIAGRAM................................................................................17
2.4 PREPARING THE FIRMWARE ......................................................................................18
2.5 INSTALL THE EPCONSOLE SOFTWARE..........................................................................18
3. UPDATE............................................................................................................ 19
3.1 UPDATING THE FIRMWARE........................................................................................19
SERVICE AND SUPPORT ........................................................................................... 24

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Disclaimer of Product and Services
The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all
times, Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable
information. However, Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information
in this manual, from time to time, may not be correct or may be incomplete. This
manual may contain typing errors, omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo
Technologies always recommend that you double check the information in this
document for accuracy before making any purchase decision or using the product.
Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any omissions or errors, or for any
subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained within this
manual. Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be
obtained by contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.

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FCC Compliance Statement
This device complies with part 15 of the 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.
Warnings and Precautions
1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later reference.
2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.
3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid or aerosol
cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.
4. Do not use this unit in or near water.
5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit may fall, causing
serious damage.
6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are provided for
ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of this unit, and to protect it from
overheating, do not block or cover these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed,
sofa, rug, or similar surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the
cabinet will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a heat
register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in installation unless
proper ventilation is provided.
7. This product should only be operated from the type of power source indicated on
the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are not sure of the type of power
available, consult your Datavideo dealer or your local power company.
8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this unit where the
power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or otherwise stressed.
9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the total of the
ampere ratings on the products plugged into the extension cord do not exceed the
extension cord’s rating.

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10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged into a single wall
outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.
11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet ventilation slots,
as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in
risk of fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.
12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not attempt to service
this product yourself. Opening or removing covers that are marked “Do Not
Remove” may expose you to dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void
your warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.
13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified service personnel
under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal operating
conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered by the operating
instructions in this manual; improper adjustment of other controls may result
in damage to the unit and may often require extensive work by a qualified
technician to restore the unit to normal operation;
e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged;
f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance, indicating a need
for service.
Warranty
Standard Warranty
Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing defects for one
year from the date of purchase.
The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should be supplied
at the time of any request for repair under warranty.
The product warranty period begins on the purchase date. If the purchase date is
unknown, the product warranty period begins on the thirtieth day after shipment
from a Datavideo office.

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All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without Datavideo logo) have
only one year warranty from the date of purchase.
Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit or water is
not covered under warranty.
Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not covered under
warranty.
Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software installations,
which are not required by our computer systems, are not covered under
warranty.
All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the expense of the
owner.
All other claims of any nature are not covered.
All accessories including headphones, cables, and batteries are not covered under
warranty.
Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
Your statutory rights are not affected.
Three Year Warranty
All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st, 2017
are qualified for a free two years extension to the
standard warranty, providing the product is registered
with Datavideo within 30 days of purchase.
Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels, DVD drives,
Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive, Lighting, Camera
module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.
The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official website or
with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized distributors within 30
days of purchase.

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Disposal
For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking
This symbol on the product or on its packaging indicates that this
product must not be disposed of with your other household waste.
Instead, it is your responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment
by handing it over to a designated collection point for the recycling of
waste electrical and electronic equipment. The separate collection and recycling of
your waste equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural resources
and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects human health and the
environment. For more information about where you can drop off your waste
equipment for recycling, please contact your local city office, your household waste
disposal service or the shop where you purchased the product.

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1. Product Overview
The Datavideo AD-10 is a low cost and easy-to-use audio delay box which is
designed for achieving audio and video synchronization. The AD-10 provides a
3.5mm audio input interface which is suitable for the output of the popular
MP3 format music which is used by smartphones.
The Datavideo AD-10 provides great compatibilities including switchable
+40dB/-20dB selection for switching between the condenser microphone and
dynamic microphone and the audio gain control function.
AD-10’s ruggedized design allows you to install it easily. Moreover, it can be
powered by a standard 5V USB power bank.
1.1 Features
Supports Audio and Video Synchronization.
Supports maximum delay time up to 400ms.
Can be powered by an external USB interface power bank
Supports audio level control function.
Switchable for Microphone input or Audio Line input
Switchable Condenser / Dynamic Microphone
Supports Stereo RCA output connectors for wide compatibility
Supports Simple Controls and LED Indicators
Compact and lightweight design

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2. Front Panel
Audio Delay Time Adjustment Knob
This knob provides you 10 segments for adjusting the
audio delay time from 40ms to 400ms.
Moreover, it also provides TONE function for you to
output a 1K TONE signal to be the test signal.
Audio Level Adjustment Knob
This knob allows you to adjust the volume level of the
input audio.

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Audio Meters
LED style meters measure the audio volume at the
Main Program Audio Output.
Audio
Volume(dBV)
-20
-10
-8
-4
0
4
8
10
LED Color
G
G
G
G
G
Y
Y
R
Range (dBV)
-20
-12
-11
-9.5
-8.5
-6.5
-5.5
-3
-2
1
2
5.5
6.5
8
9+
G: Green Y: Yellow R:Red
3. Right Panel
POWER F/W UPGRADE (POWER/F/W UPGRADE)
POWER
This USB Type-C interface allows you to connect to a 5V
USB external power bank for powering the AD-10. Once
the external power bank is connected, the power of the
AD-10 is turned on.
F/W UPGRADE
According to the difference of the USB interface for
your laptop, please use a USB Type A to USB Type C
adapter cable or a USB Type C to USB Type C cable to
connect from your laptop to your AD-10. After that, you
can use a special firmware update tool for updating the
firmware of the AD-10.

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MIC DYN/CON
This adjustable switch allows you to switch between the
dynamic microphone or the condenser microphone.
AUDIO IN
This AUDIO IN interface allows you to connect to a
3.5mm condenser microphone/dynamic microphone or
other Line in audio input sources
MIC +40dB/MIC +20dB/LINE
When you use a microphone, this switch allows you to
select MIC +40dB or MIC 20dB. When you use an
external LINE IN audio source, please select LINE.

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4. Left Panel
F/W UPGRADE
Before starting the firmware update procedure, please
press and hold this button and then connect the USB
Type-C cable from your laptop to the [POWER F/W
UPGRADE] USB Type-C interface which is located on the
right panel of the AD-10. After the connection is done,
please release the [F/W UPGRADE button]. After that,
please use the [EP Console] firmware update tool for
updating the firmware of the AD-10.
MONO/STEREO
This switch allows you to select the output audio source
to be mono or stereo.
AUDIO OUT R/L
The AD-10 provides two unbalanced stereo RCA audio
output interfaces.

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5. Dimensions

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6. Specifications
Model Name
AD-10
Product Name
Audio Input
1 x 3.5mm Jack Socket
Tip: Mic/Line (Left)、Ring: Mic/Line (Right)、Sleeve:
GND
16K ohms, Max Line Input Level: +10dBV
Audio Output
2 x unbalanced stereo audio, RCA sockets 600ohm,
MAX=+10dBV
Audio Output Switch
Stereo/Mono
MIC Gain / LINE Switch
MIC+40dB/ MIC+20dB/ LINE
Input Level Gain
Knob (Off to18dB gain)
Audio Output LED
Indicator
2 Rows (Left/ Right)
Audio Delay
Knob(0 to 400ms)
Firmware Update /
Power In
USB Type C (5V/1A)
Supported MIC power
DC 3V
Audio Specification
Audio Delay
Up to 400ms
Sample Rate
48 KHz
Line Input
Bandwidth
20Hz~20KHz < +/- 3dB
S/N Ratio
> 80 dB @1KHz,0dB
T.H.D.
< 0.01% @1KHz,0dB

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Isolation
> 65dB
Microphone Input
Bandwidth
20Hz~20KHz < +/- 3dB
S/N Ratio
> 70 dB @1KHz,0dB,+20dB
> 60 dB @1KHz,0dB,+40dB
T.H.D.
< 0.03% @1KHz,0dB,+20dB
< 0.1% @1KHz,0dB,+40dB
Isolation
> 60dB @+20dB
> 50dB @+40dB
General
Operating Temperature
0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Storage Temperature
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
Humidity
10% to 80% (non-condensing)
Dimension(mm)
151 x 88.5 x 30.7
Weight (kg)
0.18

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Appendix Firmware Update
Firmware Update Procedure for AD-10
1. Introduction
Firmware update is performed by connecting the target AD-10 Audio Delay Box to a
USB3.0 based Windows laptop.
This firmware update procedure applies to the following product.
Product Model
AD-10
Product Name
Audio Delay Box
There are two firmware files
Firmware file x 2: usb_ad10_rls.H01/ usb_ad10_rls.H00
This document describes how to perform a firmware update on a Windows computer
Screen images from the Windows 10 operating system are used in this document as an
example. Images used in this document may differ from the actual screens.
For details on Windows and computer operations, please refer to the instruction
manual of your computer.
2. Preparation
2.1 System Requirements
A computer that meets the following requirements is necessary to perform the
firmware update procedure.
Laptop
A normal laptop which supports a USB
3.0 interface is needed.
Operation is not guaranteed on all computers that meet the above requirements

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2.2 Firmware Update Preparation
The following items are required to perform this firmware update. Please prepare
these items in advance before performing the update.
AD-10 x 1
The AD-10 which is needed for
updating the firmware.
USB Type-A to USB Type-C adapter cable x 1
The USB Type-C cable for
powering and firmware update
purposes.
USB 3.0 supported Laptop x 1
The USB 3.0 supported laptop is
used for updating the firmware.
EPConsole software
The EPConsole software is used
for updating the firmware.
Latest Firmware
usb_ad10_rls.H01
usb_ad10_rls.H00
The latest downloaded firmware
files.
2.3 System Connection Diagram

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2.4 Preparing the Firmware
2.4.1. Download the firmware
AD-10 Product Page from the Datavideo website:
https://datavideo.com/product/AD-10
2.4.2. Unzip the firmware
Please download the firmware into the hard disk of your laptop and then unzip
the firmware zip file. After that, you can see the following firmware files for the
AD-10.
2.5 Install the EPConsole Software
The EPConsole software is the software which is used for the AD-10 firmware update.
Please follow the following steps for installing the EPConsole software.
2.5.1. Install the EPConsole Software
Please go to the Koryo EPConsole website
http://ap.koryo.com.tw/download/EPConsole/publish.htm and then click the
[Install] button to install the EPConsole software.

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3. Update
3.1 Updating the firmware
3.1.1. Please press the FW/UPGRADE button from the AD-10
Please press the FW/UPGRADE button from the AD-10 and then connect a USB
type-A to USB type-C adapter cable from the USB type-A port of your laptop to
the USB type-C port of the AD-10.
3.1.2. Please release the FW/UPGRADE button.
Please release the FW/UPGRADE button.

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3.1.3. Please click the EPConsole icon from the Windows Start Menu of your
laptop.
Please click the EPConsole icon from the Windows Start Menu of your laptop to
run the EPConsole software and then the USB1, 57600 will be shown.
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