iZ Technology RADAR User manual

RADAR®
Operator’s Manual
Software Version
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RADAR SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS __________________________
1. READ AND RETAIN INSTRUCTIONS
Read, understand and follow all safety instructions. Keep safety and operating instructions for
future reference.
2. HEED WARNINGS
Heed all warnings for the use of the RADAR®contained in the safety and operating instructions.
3. PREVENT OBJECT AND LIQUID ENTRY
To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not expose this device to dripping or splashing. No not place
bottles, cups, etc, containing liquids on or near the device.
4. ALLOW FOR VENTILATION
The device should be positioned so that proper ventilation can be maintained. There should be no
objects or fabrics blocking any of the ventilation openings. Also, the device should not be placed
inside a fully enclosed equipment rack or shelf unless the rack or shelf is well ventilated and the
inside air temperature can be kept within the environmental conditions stated in the device
specifications.
5. ABOUT SERVICING
The user should not attempt to service the device beyond what is described in the operating
instructions. All other service should be referred to iZ Technology or performed under the guidance
of qualified personnel.
6. REPLACING LITHIUM BATTERY (Motherboard CMOS Battery)
Replace only with the same or equivalent type.
CAUTION: Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS ____________________________________
SECTION 1
INTRODUCTION.................................................1
How to Use This Manual...................................1
Other iZ Technology
Information Resources...............................2
Conventions................................................2
RADAR Overview..............................................3
Front Panel.................................................4
Rear Panel..................................................5
SECTION 2
SYSTEM SETUP..................................................7
Installation..........................................................7
Making Connections..........................................7
RADAR Back Panel...................................8
AC Power....................................................9
SCSI............................................................9
Sync Reference..........................................9
Positional Reference................................12
Audio Cabling...........................................13
Session Controller....................................14
KC-24........................................................15
Monitor (optional) ..........................................15
RADARLink ..............................................15
Ethernet....................................................16
Machine Control.......................................16
SECTION 3
CONFIGURATION ............................................17
Operating Level...............................................17
Sync Reference ...............................................18
Digital I/O .........................................................22
MADI Firmware Updates .........................24
Timecode .........................................................25
Machine Control ..............................................31
Networking .......................................................32
Preferences......................................................40
Software ...........................................................40
SECTION 4
OPERATIONS....................................................43
Powering RADAR On and Off.........................43
Display..............................................................44
Screen Shot Image Saved on
the Archive Drive......................................45
RADARView.............................................45
Session Controller Display ......................46
Indicators ..................................................46
Waveform Display....................................47
On Screen Help........................................47
Entering Values ...............................................48
Numeric Keypad.......................................48
Enter Time Function.................................48
Arrow Keys ...............................................49
Jog/Shuttle Wheel (Session Controller Only).......49
SECTION 4
OPERATIONS (con’t)
Navigating Menus ............................................50
Menu/Prev ................................................50
Keyboard Shortcuts..................................50
Cancelling a Selection .............................50
Menus .......................................................50
Sub-Menus ...............................................50
Dialogues .........................................................51
Direct Access Keys..........................................51
Disk Management............................................51
Mounting, Unmounting and
Selecting Disks.........................................52
Show Disk Space .....................................53
Reclaim Space .........................................53
Make Disk Portable ..................................54
Erase All Audio .........................................55
Initialize Disk.............................................55
Disk Mode.................................................57
Dual Disk Mode (Adrenaline Plus Card Only)........58
Record 24 Tracks
at 192 kHz (Adrenaline Plus Card Only) ................60
Seamless 64K ..........................................60
Clone RADAR Disk..................................60
Disk Notes ................................................61
Enable Disk ID..........................................61
Disk Diagnostics..............................................62
Scan SCSI Bus.........................................62
Check Disk................................................62
Repair Disk...............................................63
Check Project...........................................64
Realtime Errors.........................................64
Verify Hard Disks......................................64
RADAR Debug .........................................65
Project Management .......................................67
Set Startup Proj........................................67
Virtual Tracks............................................68
Project Notes............................................68
GoTo Project.............................................69
Project Templates ....................................70
New Project..............................................72
Copy Project.............................................72
Delete Project...........................................72
Name Project............................................73
Renumber Project....................................73
I/O Management..............................................73
Input Routing ............................................74
Output Routing .........................................74
Reset Routing...........................................75
Track Management..........................................75
Naming Tracks .........................................75
Track Notes ..............................................75
File Management.............................................76
File Compatibility ......................................76
Sample Rate/Bit
Resolution Conversion.............................76
Backup ......................................................76
Restore .....................................................81
Flatten Project..........................................81

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File Management (con’t)
Export........................................................83
Clip Export................................................87
Import........................................................90
File Import.................................................90
Clip Import................................................92
Import Open TL Projects..........................94
Set Project Start Time When Importing ..95
File Management (Browse).....................95
Burn a Data CD-R/DVD-R.....................101
Burn an Audio CD..................................102
Finalize an Audio CD.............................104
Delete an Image File..............................105
Macros (Session Controller Only)........................105
Mix Automation Settings........................106
File Prefs.................................................107
Write Verify.............................................111
Transport Operations ....................................112
Transport Keys.......................................112
Jog/ Shuttle Wheel.................................113
Mouse Jog (KC-24 Only)..............................113
Auto Locate Markers..............................113
Auto Play ................................................116
Auto Punch.............................................116
Cycle.......................................................116
Pre Roll...................................................116
Foot Switches.........................................117
Recording.......................................................117
Record Prefs...........................................117
Monitoring and Track Status .................119
Auto Punch.............................................121
Undo/Redo.............................................121
Foot Switch (Optional)............................122
Vari-Speed.....................................................122
Editing ............................................................124
Overview.................................................124
The Clipboard.........................................125
Editing Crossfades.................................125
Marking aTime Region..........................126
Editing Functions....................................127
Macro Keys....................................................135
QWERTY Keyboard ......................................135
RADARLink....................................................136
Software Versions..................................137
ID Numbers ............................................137
RADARLink Enable/Disable ..................137
Link Mode...............................................138
RLink Solo Mode....................................138
Project Numbers Must Match................139
Synchronization......................................140
Editing in Link Mode...............................140
SECTION 5
APPLICATIONS ..............................................141
Post Production..............................................141
Connecting to a 9-Pin Synchronizer......141
File Flattening .........................................142
Live Recording...............................................143
Dual Disk Mode......................................143
Chasing Timecode and
Clock Synchronizing...............................145
File Flattening .........................................146
Record Recovery Mode.........................148
Playback.........................................................149
Chasing Timecode and
Clock Synchronizing...............................149
Theater Mode Preferences and
Locate Points..........................................149
Stop At Locate........................................149
MIDI Machine Control (MMC)................151
Studio Recording ...........................................151
Connecting to a Clock Master ...............151
Synchronization With a DAW ................152
Vocal Comps..........................................153
Mark Sync Editing ..................................154
DAW Compatibility .................................154
Standalone Converters..................................158
Analogue to Digital Converters..............158
Digital to Analogue Converters..............159
SECTION 6
TROUBLESHOOTING .....................................161
SECTION 7
REFERENCE .....................................................165
Menu Tree Overview.....................................165
Menu Item Quick Reference.........................167
Main Menu..............................................167
System Menu..........................................167
Disk Menu...............................................168
Sync Menu..............................................170
I/O Menu .................................................177
File Menu ................................................183
Project Menu ..........................................187
Edit Menu................................................194
Preferences Menu..................................198
Diagnostics Menu...................................209
Help Menu ..............................................211
Main Menu/Shutdown ............................211
RADAR PDF Viewer......................................212
Remote Keyboard Keys ................................214
Session Controller..................................214
KC-24 Keyboard.....................................224
APPENDIX
Appendix A -Index......................................... A1
Appendix B - iZOS File Management
Workspace ............................... B1

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INTRODUCTION___________________________________
Welcome to RADAR, the best multi-track in the business. Please take a few minutes to familiarize
yourself with this manual. It is a valuable resource that will provide the information needed to get the most
out of a RADAR.
HOW TO USE THIS MANUAL _____________________________
This manual is organized into the following sections:
1. INTRODUCTION
2. SYSTEM SETUP
3. CONFIGURATION
4. OPERATIONS
5. APPLICATIONS
6. TROUBLESHOOTING
7. REFERENCE
8. APPENDIX
9. ADDENDUMS
10. RELEASE NOTES
The SYSTEM SETUP section goes through the physical placement and connection of the unit as well as any
configuration work that may be required to integrate RADAR with additional equipment in a particular
setup.
The CONFIGURATION section provides the necessary software settings required to integrate RADAR with
the rest of a particular system setup.
The OPERATIONS section provides all of the information necessary to quickly become a RADAR power
user.
The APPLICATIONS section provides instructions for using RADAR in various common scenarios.
The TROUBLESHOOTING section provides troubleshooting tips for RADAR.
The REFERENCE section gives detailed descriptions of the menu structure, menu functions and the direct
access keys.
The APPENDIX section contains the INDEX and other sections that provide additional software information
that may not apply to all RADARs.
The ADDENDUMS & RELEASE NOTES sections are for adding any Addendums, Release Notes and any
other RADAR documents.

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OTHER IZTECHNOLOGY INFORMATION RESOURCES
WEBSITE
Additional resources are available at the iZ website, www.izcorp.com.Browse to the Support section for
Support document downloads, software downloads and release notes, tech tips, etc.
IZ FORUM
Please join the iZ Forum. It is a dynamic group of RADAR users and iZ staff and is a medium which will
provide timely and intelligent replies to questions. Connect to the iZ Forum by accessing www.izcorp.com
and browsing to the Forum section of the site.
CONTACT iZ
For any questions about RADAR please contact iZ Technology Corporation Support department, toll-free:
Email [email protected]
North America 1-800-776-1356
International 800-2747-2744
Please note that an International Direct Dialing prefix must be entered
before dialing the International contact phone number. For a complete
list of IDD prefixes, browse to the www.izcorp.com Contact page.
CONVENTIONS
The following text conventions are used throughout this manual. This information applies to both the
Session Controller and the KC-24 remote keyboard.
•Remote keys:
•Remote keys with a shifted function: (LISTEN),that is, press and hold
modifier keystroke: +(LISTEN)
•Menu paths: MAIN MENU / PROJ MENU / SAMPLE RATE
•Menu selections and dialogues: SAMPLE RATE: 48 KHZ
•Enter or type the following: for example user name
•Object Names: Session Controller
•Rear panel labels and connectors: WORDCLOCK
•Manual references: OPERATIONS:ENTERING VALUES

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NOTE SYMBOLS
IMPORTANT NOTE: This symbol is followed by important information.
TIP / TRICK: This symbol is followed by a tip or trick.
WARNING NOTE: This symbol is followed by a warning.
RADAR OVERVIEW ____________________________________
RADAR is a 24-track hard disk recorder with a reputation for reliability, ease of use and exceptional audio
quality. RADAR out of the box has instant functionality – simply turn on the power switch, arm the tracks
and press record. Both the KC-24 keyboard and the Session Controller professional remote provide
rugged transport controls and intuitive, one-key access to most RADAR functions.
Features:
•Superb analogue I/O using the iZ Technology 24-channel Classic 48 kHz, Nyquist 96 kHz or
S-Nyquist 192 kHz board sets.
•24-channel digital I/O using the iZ Technology AES/EBU, TDIF, ADAT Lightpipe or MADI cards.
•Seamless/gapless punch-in and punch-out recording on all 24 tracks.
•Non-destructive audio recording and editing with up to 99 levels of undo.
•Degradation-free copy and transfer of digital audio.
•Import and export RADAR audio to the industry-standard BWAV (Broadcast Wave) format.
•Integrated SVGA video output RADARView provides important project information, project
timeline overview and high-performance real-time audio waveforms.
•Integrated Gigabit Ethernet for server backup, export and file transfer.
•Factory installed backup device (Blu-ray/DVD Combo Drive, internal archive drive) for archiving
RADAR projects.
•2-channel AES/EBU, S/PDIF digital audio I/O.
•Full compliment of professional sync options including Wordclock/Video Sync, balanced LTC and
Sony 9-pin.
•External USB drive support

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FRONT PANEL
RADAR has a simple front panel layout due to the product’s remote-control based design philosophy.
RADAR V Front Panel Controls & Indicators
POWER ON/OFF SWITCH
RADAR units manufactured prior to July 2007 have a marked on/off
toggle power switch. To turn RADAR on,push the top of the power
switch to the “1” position. To properly power down RADAR choose
SHUTDOWN RADAR from the MAIN MENU and then push the bottom
of the power switch to the “0” position.
RADAR units manufactured after July 2007 have an unmarked
momentary soft power switch. To turn RADAR on,push and release the
top of the power switch briefly. To properly power down RADAR choose
SHUTDOWN RADAR from the MAIN MENU and then hold the top of
the power switch for 5 seconds until RADAR powers off. This 5 second
delay is a safety feature that prevents inadvertent power down.
DRIVE BAY 1 Holds a single high-capacity hard disk drive in a removable carrier.
DRIVE BAY 2 Holds a single high-capacity hard disk drive in a removable carrier.
DRIVE BAY 3 Holds a backup device such as a Blu-Ray or DVD multi-drive.
REMOVABLE MEDIA SLOT Holds floppy drive or eSATA port.
System software has been pre-installed on the internal hard disk. It is not necessary to put
the supplied system software CD into the multi-drive. Please keep the supplied CD in a
safe place in case it becomes necessary to re-install the system software in the future.

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REAR PANEL
The rear panel of the RADAR provides a wealth of professional sync and audio I/O options.
RADAR Rear Panel Labeling
(unit shown with optional multi-channel AES/EBU, ADAT and analogue I/O boards)
SYNC REFERENCE
Sync reference signals are input via the WORDCLOCK/VIDEO,
TDIF WORD SYNC, the 2-channel AES/EBU or S/PDIF
connector or the connectors of any installed multi-channel digital
I/O boards. See CONFIGURATION:SYNC REFERENCE for detailed
information.
DIGITAL I/O
All RADAR units are equipped with 2 channels of digital audio I/O
that can utilize either the AES/EBU or S/PDIF interface formats.
Optional multi-channel I/O cards are available for the AES/EBU,
TDIF, ADAT LIGHTPIPE and MADI formats. See
CONFIGURATION:DIGITAL I/O for detailed information.
POSITIONAL (TIMECODE) SYNC
Both MTC (MIDI Timecode) and LTC (SMPTE) can be used for
positional synchronization. See CONFIGURATION:TIMECODE for
detailed information.
CARD CAGE
The card cage contains the SVGA, external SCSI, 9-pin and
RADARLink connectors. See SYSTEM SETUP:MAKING
CONNECTIONS for detailed information.
MOTHERBOARD I/O
The motherboard includes onboard Gigabit Ethernet, (4) USB 2.0,
(2) PS/2 connectors and (1) Serial remote port.
ANALOGUE I/O
The optional analogue I/O boards use six female 25-pin D-Sub
connectors to provide 24 channels of balanced audio I/O. See
SYSTEM SETUP:MAKING CONNECTIONS for detailed information.

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This section of the manual is designed to get RADAR up and running as quickly as possible.
INSTALLATION ________________________________________
Once the RADAR is unpacked please keep the box and all of the associated packaging materials. In the
event that the unit needs to be returned for upgrade, service or repair, the use of the original shipping box
will ensure that RADAR returns to iZ in good condition.
Make sure to consider the following before installing RADAR:
•Power supply fans and hard drives make a certain amount of noise; installing the main RADAR
unit outside of the control room is ideal.
•Leave space around the front and the rear of the RADAR to allow adequate air circulation.
•AES/EBU digital lines and the Session Controller extension cable can be run at a length of
approximately 33 meters.
•ADAT optical and TDIF digital audio connections will limit the distance between RADAR and the
mixing console to approximately 10 meters.
•If using a monitor,an SVGA monitor will be required, as well as a high quality SVGA extension
cable if the RADAR will be located in a machine room.
•Make sure that the RADAR has a reliable, properly grounded AC power source. An
Uninterruptible Power Supply (UPS) is highly recommended.
MAKING CONNECTIONS__________________________________
High quality cabling can be obtained through a local dealer or from iZ Technology. Wiring diagrams for
interfacing RADAR are available on the Support section of the iZ Technology website at www.izcorp.com.

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AC POWER
Connect RADAR to the ACmains using the supplied power cord. The power switch is located on the left
side of the front panel. See INTRODUCTION:OVERVIEW:FRONT PANEL.
The ATX Power Supply in theRADAR will internally auto switch depending on the voltage
output in one’s region.
SCSI
Ensure that the Active Terminator is attached securely to the external SCSI connector on the rear of
the unit. If additional external SCSI devices are used, remove the terminator, connect the devices and
place the terminator on the last device in the chain.
Make sure that the last device in the SCSI chain is terminated using the supplied active
terminator. Incorrect termination can produce unpredictable results leading to problems
with current and previously recorded material.
SYNC REFERENCE
Sync (clock) reference is one of the keys to reliable digital audio interfacing. There are 11 possible
formats, determined by the installed multi-channel digital I/O card(s), that can be used as the clock source
for the RADAR.
The current selection in MAIN MENU / SYNC MENU / SYNC REFERENCE determines which format
will be used as the sync source.
Use the key, the and keys and the key to go to the MAIN MENU / SYNC
MENU / SYNC REFERENCE and press the key.
Use the and keys to select a sync source and press the key.
WORDCLOCK
The WORDCLOCK / VIDEO IN BNC connector accepts either a wordclock or a video sync source using
a coaxial cable.
Wordclock is a clock signal running at the same frequency as the sampling frequency of the digital audio
being transferred or recorded. Syncing enables multiple digital devices to be locked together so that audio
can be reproduced, transferred and recorded without any digital noise or interference.
The wordclock frequency value displayed in the SYNC REFERENCE dialogue will depend
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Wordclock signal supplied to the WORDCLOCK/VIDEO IN can be passed on to other devices using the
WORDCLOCK/VIDEO OUT/THRU connector. In situations where RADAR should act as the clock
master, wordclock can also be output from the WORDCLOCK/VIDEO OUT/THRU connector. The
function of the OUT/THRU connector can be changed in the MAIN MENU / SYNC MENU / SYNC REF
OUTPUT setting.
To switch between wordclock out and thru:
Use the key, the and keys and the key to go to the MAIN MENU / SYNC
MENU / SYNC REF OUTPUT and press the key.
Use the and keys to select WORDCLK or THRU and press the key.
VIDEO
Video sync, also known as house sync or black burst, is used to ensure thata known and accurate
synchronization relationship exists between RADAR and all other devices in the studio, particularly video
equipment.
If syncing the RADAR to video, connect a proper 75-Ohm cable from the video source output to the
WORDCLOCK/VIDEO IN connector at the rear of the RADAR.
The 75-Ohm switch provides video signal termination. This should only be ON if RADAR is the last device
in a video signal chain where a video signal and video sync are in use on the same cable. Termination
does not affect the video sync signal. If termination is ON, it is active even when the RADAR is powered
off.
The video sync frequency value displayed in the SYNC REFERENCE dialogue will depend
on the timecode rate setting of the SYNC MENU not the rate of the incoming video sync
signal.
SMPTE / MTC
Although SMPTE and MTC are primarily positional synchronization references, in some situations it is
necessary for RADAR to track less than ideal timing sources such as a 2"multi-track recorder or MIDI
sequencer. In this instance RADAR uses the incoming timecode as a clock reference as well. When
referenced to SMPTE or MTC the RADAR will flawlessly track any variations in the speed of the master.
The timecode frequency value displayed in the SYNC REFERENCE dialogue will depend
on the timecode rate setting of the SYNC MENU not the rate of the incoming timecode
signal.
MIDI Timecode is a high distortion, slow lock speed format and is not recommended as a
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AES/EBU 2-CHANNEL AND S/PDIF 2-CHANNEL
The AES/EBU connectors or the S/PDIF connectors on the rear panel are available for transferring
digital audio. They can also be used to receive a clock signal from a master clock or another digital audio
device as well as transmit the master clock signal. Only one set of connectors is enabled at a time.
To switch between AES/EBU 2-Channel and S/PDIF 2-Channel:
Use the key, the and keys and the key to go to the MAIN MENU / I/O
MENU /DIG 2-CH OUTPUT and press the key.
Use the and keys to select AES/EBU or S/PDIF and press the key.
AES/EBU MULTI-CHANNEL
The optional AES/EBU multi-channel connectors on the rear panel are available for transferring digital
audio. They can also be used to receive a clock signal from a master clock or another digital audio
device, or to transmit the master clock signal.
If there are no AES/EBU cards installed an alert dialogue will state: NO AES MULTI-CH
CARD INSTALLED.
ADAT
The optional ADAT optical connectors on the rear panel are available for transferring digital audio. They
can also be used to receive a clock signal from a master clock or another digital audio device, or to
transmit the master clock signal.
If there are no ADAT cards installed an alert dialogue will state: NO ADAT CARD
INSTALLED.
TDIF
The optional TDIF connectors on the rear panel are available for transferring digital audio. They can also
be used to receive a clock signal from a master clock or another digital audio device, or to transmit the
master clock signal. The clock embedded in the TDIF audio signal is a different clock than TDIF Word
Sync.
If there are no TDIF cards installed an alert dialogue will state: NO TDIF CARD
INSTALLED. Purpose built TDIF cables must be used; pin-to-pin cables will not work.

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TDIF WORD SYNC
The TDIF WORD SYNC 75-Ohm BNC connectors on the rear panel are available to provide a more
reliable clock source when using TDIF to transfer digital audio between devices. This clock is similar to a
wordclock but differs in its phase relationship to the data signal. It should not be confused with the
embedded L/R data clock in the TDIF digital audio signal.
MADI
MADI is an optional I/O card available to transfer multi-channel audio through Coaxial or Optical interface.
Either interface can be used to receive a clock signal from a master clock or another digital audio source.
Both MADI Optical and MADI Coaxial will always output clock and data.
To switch between MADI Optical and MADI Coaxial Input format:
Use the key, the and keys and the key to go to the MAIN MENU / I/O
MENU / MADI SETTINGS /COAX/OPTICAL IN and press the key.
Use the and keys to select COAXIAL or OPTICAL and press the key.
POSITIONAL REFERENCE
Positional (timecode) reference is the key to reliable positional (time line) synchronization of multiple
devices.
SMPTE or MTC (MIDI Timecode) formats are used for positional synchronization reference with RADAR.
All the industry standard frame rates - 30 Non-drop, 30 Drop, 29.97 Non-drop, 29.97 Drop, 25, 24 and
23.976 - are supported.
The current selection in MAIN MENU / SYNC MENU / TC SETTINGS / TC FORMAT determines
which format will be used as the timecode source.
Use the key, the and keys and the key to go to the MAIN MENU / SYNC
MENU / TC SETTINGS / TC FORMAT and press the key.
Use the and keys to select a timecode format and press the key.
SMPTE
SMPTE, also known as LTC or Longitudinal Timecode, is connected using the XLR LTC: SMPTE/EBU
IN and OUT connectors on the rear panel. The LTC inputs and outputs can be either balanced or
unbalanced. The LTC input has a sensitivity ranging between 100mV and 20V. The output is 1V peak to
peak. This will produce a –7 VU meter reading on a +4 device like a professional analogue tape machine.
When using unbalanced lines, pin 3 should be left floating.
MTC
MIDI timecode is input and output using the MIDI IN and MIDI OUT connectors on the rear panel of the
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AUDIO CABLING
iZ recommends using the highest quality cables with RADAR. High quality cabling can be obtained
through a local dealer or from iZ Technology. Wiring diagrams for interfacing RADAR are available on the
Support section of the iZ Technology website at www.izcorp.com.
ANALOGUE
Analogue cables for RADAR use the TASCAM format, and share the same wiring scheme as analogue
cables for Digidesign’s Pro Tools, and other popular modular digital multi-track recorders. The RADAR
end of each analogue cable is a 25-pin D-sub connector that carries eight independent, balanced, line
level audio signals. Altogether there are six cables are required - three for input and three for output - for
24 channels of ultra-high quality analogueaudio I/O.
The other end of each analogue cable typically breaks out to individual XLR or TRS connectors for
connection to a console’s Tape Inputs and Buss Outputs. Another often-used approach is to wire directly
into a patch bay for the ultimate in routing flexibility.
DIGITAL
There are several digital I/O options available for RADAR and each one has different cabling
requirements.
AES/EBU 2-CHANNEL
The cable required for the AES/EBU 2-channel interface is an XLR terminated 110-ohm digital audio
cable. One cable is required for 2 channels of input and an additional cable is required for 2 channels of
output.
S/PDIF 2-CHANNEL
The cable required for the S/PDIF 2-channel interface is an RCA terminated 110-ohm digital audio cable.
One cable is required for 2 channels of input and an additional cable is required for 2 channels of output.
AES MULTI-CHANNEL
The optional RADAR AES/EBU multi-channel I/O uses the same wiring scheme as the Digidesign Pro
Tools and other popular modular digital multi-track recorders. Both ends of each AES/EBU multi-channel
cable are terminated with 25-pin D-sub connectors. Each cable carries eight channels of input and eight
channels of output. Altogether,three cables are required for 24 channels of digital I/O at sample rates up
96 kHz. Another available cabling option breaks out to 4 male (8 outputs) and 4 female (8 inputs) XLR
connectors. This type of cable is necessary for connecting to certain types of mixers and digital audio
workstations.
ADAT
Lightpipe connections can be made with any optical fiber that has been approved for use with the Alesis
ADAT system. Each fiber carries eight channels of digital audio. Three input and three output Lightpipe
fibers provide 24 channels of ADAT I/O at 48 kHz.96 kHz is also available in dual-wire mode for up to 12
tracks of transferable digital audio.