Lake People DIGI-TOOL F612 Digital Audio and Wordclock/AES-iD Splitter

Ideal for use in modern recording and broadcast studios, theDIGI-TOOL F612fromLake Peopleis a distribution amplifier and digital splitter designed to deliver up to four expanded AES/EBU XLR outputs for one input at sample rates as high as 24-bit / 192 kHz. The F612 features two separate modules, one with a single XLR AES/EBU input and four XLR outputs, and another with one BNC wordclock or AES-iD sync input and eight BNC outputs.

The unit features high output voltages for maintaining signal strength over very long distances, and a high input sensitivity helps to regenerate weak input signals. The F612 also sports failsafe operation thanks to its switchable multimode power supply, which automatically detects power input and switches to the appropriate voltage between 90 and 260 VAC.

High Voltages for Strong SignalsOne of the most important features of any professional distribution amplifier is the signal strength of the output, as a strong signal is vital for high-quality broadcasts and complex digital signal routings. Oftentimes, a studio may need to feed digital signals over very long distances, resulting in significant loss.

To address this issue, the F611 sports AGC amplifiers to produce 4 Vpp output signals, more than enough to cover extremely long cable runs while maintaining optimal signal integrity. All I/O is balanced and both the inputs and outputs feature transformers for ensuring ideal signal strength, even allowing the unit to recover (regenerate) lost signal strength when receiving weak input signals.

Two Distinct Modules, One Elegant DesignThe F612 is a rack-mountable distribution splitter that can be a vital asset for any broadcast studio or recording facility. With two separate modules, the F612 can perform two important functions at the same time, distributing digital audio signals over long distances, and feeding S/PDIF sync data via wordclock or AES-iD to multiple destinations. These functions are aided by the following:

• Jumpers for switching the output impedance from 75 to 50 ohms to drive improper wordclock inputs
• Jumpers to switch to AES-iD operation
• Jumpers that switch to Superclock 256 Fs
• Unbalanced BNC sockets with high input sensitivity and output voltages
• Clear LEDs for indicating if a module is active or no input signal is detected

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