Chapter 1: Introduction to the FC726
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Chapter 1: Introduction to the FC726
The FC726 is a compact, 2U, digital-audio format converter that translates back and forth between MADI (Multichannel Audio
Digital Interface) and the digital audio formats listed in the table below. AES/EBU outputs are always available, regardless of the
formats being translated. The FC726 performs the highest quality sample-rate conversion (SRC) on all channels that require it.
The FC726 includes the following features:
• Can apply different format conversion and/or SRC to each bank of eight channels.
• Automatically applies SRC when necessary but can be manually disabled.
• Performs format conversion and SRC on more channels (56) than other devices.
• Each of the 56 channels is bidirectional.
• Supports 24-bit audio at a 96 kHz sample rate.
• Maintains compatibility with older devices by offering 16- or 20-bit dithering and supporting 96 kHz legacy standards.
The FC726 lets you transfer digital audio between incompatible devices, including:
• Mix down on a System 5 digital console at 24-bit 96 kHz with source material from a ProDigi or Sony tape machine at 48 kHz
(automatic SRC).
• Transfer tracks from a Tascam DA-88, Sony 3348, or Alesis ADAT to a Euphonix R-1.
Digital audio formats supported by the FC726
Company/Organization
Format Name
Equipment Using Format
Transmission Medium
Audio Engineering
Society
MADI
Euphonix R-1, S-5; many large
format digital consoles
BNC cable
AES/EBU (AES-3)
Most DAT machines and stereo
D/A devices, sound cards,
effects processors
Two balanced XLR
cables
Tascam
TDIF-1 (Teac Digital
Interface Format)
Tascam DA-88, DA-98, small
format digital consoles and
workstations
25-pin cable
Mitsubishi
ProDigi
Otari and Mitsubishi digital
multitracks
Two 50-pin cables
Sony
SDIF-2
Sony 3324 and 3348
Two 50-pin cables
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