Rolls GCi404 Network Card User Manual
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1. tables cassette players etc first and adjust the Recording Control levels for a maximum input signal without clipping You may need to refer to your operating system Help menues or owners manual for assistance in adjusting input record ing levels Once you have a desired signal level send signals from your instrument and microphone and adjust the Levels on the GCi404 front panel for appropriate levels DUCKING NOTE Adjustements for the Ducking function are made on the rear panel of the GCi404 You will need access to the inside of the computer if it is mounted in a drive bay To automatically mute all signals under your microphone move the DUCKING jumper to the ON position Send program material such as music to the Line Inputs Speak normally into the micro phone and adjust the DEPTH control until the desired amount of Line signal is heard un der your voice If you want the Line signal muted completely set the DEPTH control fully clockwise Set the RELEASE control for the desired amount of time taken to return the level of Line signal back to normal after you stop speaking When the RELEASE control is set fully counterclockwise the time is at its longest As the RELEASE control is adjusted clockwise the release time gets shorter faster2. Hale O adapter or to the computer s 3 1 2 g PE inch floppy drive power cable LINE OUTPUT DUCKING DEPTH Adjusts the amount of LINE signal allowed to pass to the Outputs when ducking is occuring RELEASE The amount of time taken for the ducked LINE signal to return to its normal level after the sigal at the Mic Input stops CD INPUT Port 4 pin header for connecting to a CD rom output port A CD Rom audio cable is required LINE OUTPUTS STEREO OUTPUT 1 8 3 5mm jack LINE OUTPUT RCA LINE OUTPUT Header Port Each of these outputs contain the Right and Left output signals CONNECTION Shown here is an example of possible input connections to the GCi404 e If the microphone connected to the Mic Input is a condenser micro phone move the Phantom Power jumper to the ON position e The guitar signal may also be connected to a guitar preamp or processor before being connected to the GCi404 e Turntables must use all three con nections the Right Left AND the Ground terminals are required for proper operation e Standard CD players may be con nected to the RCA LINE INPUT in the same manner as the Portable CD Player MICROPHONE INPUT LEVEL Player Shown here is an example of possible output connections from the GCi404 to your computer e The unit is powered via the included Rolls Gee LINE CD DEPTH REL OT STEREO O CENE PS27 or con CETE OUTPUT Hatt nected to a
3. 3 1 2 floppy drive powe cable e The CD Input connects via a 4 pin connector to your CD Rom drive e The Stereo Output connects directly to your sound card Input via a stereo Tip Ring Sleeve 1 8 3 5mm cable e The Line Output port uses a 4 pin header cable to connect to your sound card Input header connector if available Connect to sound card 1 8 3 5mm input Connect to 3 1 2 inch drive power supply cable Connect to sound card Connect to CD Rom OPERATION MOUNTING Make sure the computer is off and the AC power cord is unplugged Select the drive bay you wish to mount the GCi404 into Remember that you will have cords hanging down from the unit so below a CD Rom drive is recommended Re move the drive bay cover and gain access to the inside of your computer Place the GCi404 into the open drive bay and secure it oe to the computer s internal mounting brackets using the enclosed mounting screws CD ROM Drive Connect all Power and an Output cables Plug the computer back into an AC outlet and start it up Mounting screw LEVEL ADJUSTEMENT Connect the microphone instrument and line phono sources If the microphone being used is a condenser type move the Phantom Power jumper to the ON position Bring up the software you will be using for recording Set the LINE LEVEL control to approximately 12 O Clock Send a signal from the line sources CD players turn
4. CRIPTION FRONT PANEL MICROPHONE PHONO LINE INPUT LEVEL INPUT INPUT LEVEL BaL ME eto MICROPHONE INPUT Balanced XLR jack for connection to low imped ance dynamic or condenser micro phone LEVEL Adjusts the amount of signal in the microphone preamp PHANTOM PWR Header connector connects the 12VDC phantom power for the XLR Microphone Input BAL Varies the relative amount of microphone signal sent to the Right and Left Outputs LEVEL INPUT O e round S OJ e DUCKING STEREO INPUT INSTRUMENT LEVEL Adjusts the amount of signal in the instrument circuitry INPUT 1 4 unbalanced jack for connection to instruments such as guitars keyboards etc PHONO LINE LEVEL Adjusts the level of all deviced connected to the Phono or Line Inputs INPUT Phono Two RCA jacks for connection specifically to the output of a phono turntable INPUT Line Two RCA jacks for connection to line or consumer product outputs such as a CD or cassette player STEREO INPUT 1 8 8 5mm TRS stereo jack for connection to a stereo line source such as a portable CD player or MP3 player GROUND For connection to the grounding cable of a phono tuner DUCKING Header connector connects the Ducking function PWR Indicates the GCi404 is properly connected to a power source REAR PANEL POWER 12VDC 150mA 2 1 x 5 5mm barrel jack and header port a for connection to the Rolls PS27 AC taea Pel por
5. LIMITED WARRANTY This product is warranted to the original consumer purchaser to be free from defects in materials and workmanship under normal installation use and service for a period of one 1 year from the date of purchase as shown on the purchaser s receipt The obligation of Rolls Corporation under this warranty shall be limited to repair or replacement at our option during the warranty period of any part which proves defective in material or workmanship under normal installation use and service provided the product is returned to Rolls Corporation TRANS PORTATION CHARGES PREPAID Products returned to us or to an authorized Service Center must be accompanied by a copy of the purchase receipt In the absence of such purchase receipt the warranty period shall be one 1 year from the date of manufacture This warranty shall be invalid if the product is damaged as a result of defacement misuse abuse neglect accident destruction or alteration of the se rial number improper electrical voltages or currents repair alteration or mainte nance by any person or party other than our own service facility or an authorized Service Center or any use violative of instructions furnished by us This one year warranty is 1n lieu of all expressed warranties obligations or liabilities ANY IMPLIED WARRANTIES OBLIGATIONS OR LIABILI TIES INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURP
6. OSE SHALL BE LIMITED IN DURATION TO THE ONE YEAR DURATION OF THIS WRITTEN LIMITED WARRANTY Some states do not allow limitations on how long an implied warranty lasts so the above limitation may not apply to you IN NO EVENT SHALL WE BE LIABLE FOR ANY SPECIAL INCI DENTAL OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES FOR BREACH OF THIS OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY EXPRESSED OR IMPLIED WHATSOEVER Some states do not allow the exclusion or limitation of special incidental or con sequential damages so the above limitation or exclusion may not apply to you This warranty gives you specific legal rights and you may also have other rights which vary from state to state ROLLS ROLLS GCi404 Audio Computer Interface MICROPHONE PHONO LINE INPUT LEVEL uy INPUT INPUT LEVEL p pa ME pi LEVEL INPUT z a gt o O Eran a D D qi i s a S a P g PHANPwR R Q DUCKING on off on off ROLLS p oo sc POWER 12 VDC Can g 12 5 pwr STEREO INPUT DUCKING DEPTH REL LINE CD UE STEREO r INPUT GRES OUTPUT o GELES LINE OUTPUT OWNERS MANUAL INTRODUCTION Thank you for your purchase of the GCi404 Audio Computer Interface The GCi404 mixes a balanced XLR Microphone signal with a 1 4 Instrument signal and a group of stereo Line Input signals to connect to any standard computer sound card A ducking feature has been included in the GCi404 which when engaged and a sig
7. hematic Warranty l 5 6 Back cover SCHEMATIC LINE OUTS 5968 S 350 W OLLS CORPORATION URRAY UT Tite COMPUTER SOUND INTERFACE GS1404 All IC 4580 FIGHT A COLD BUY ROLLS ALL CAPS IN ZERGS ALL RES IN SQUIDS 1 lt x JB HD4 2 WC HDA g L JD HD4 J7A 47K 470K R35 R37 20Hz SUBSONIC FILTER 20Hz SUBSONIC FILTER R33 100K R40 100K R46 10K R53 22K V oe R2 R1 47K 4K R4 106 R3 1001 F RS K 10K VB FA 100 c1 c2 R8 RCAX4SM RCAX4SM J3B J3A SPECIFICATIONS MIC INPUT Input Impedance Max Input Level Max Gain EIN THD Phantom Power INSTRUMENT INPUT Input Impedance Max Gain LINE INPUTS Input Connectors Input Sensitivity Input Impedance PHONO PREAMP Input Impedance Equalization Ref Gain LINE OUTPUTS Output Impedance Max Output Level Frequency Response THD S N Ratio Output Connectors 10K Ohms bal unbal 4 dBV XLR bal 10 dBV unbal 60 dB XLR 54 dB 1 4 108 dB max lt 01 12 Volts 6 mA 50k Ohms 30dB RCA 1 8 TRS Stereo 30 dB gain 1kHz 47k Ohms Input Z 50k Ohms 50k Ohms RIAA 2dB 20 dB 1 kHz 100 Ohms 12 dB 1 5dB 15 Hz 30 kHz 02 1KHz gt 80 dB unweighted RCA 1 8 TRS Stereo 4 pin hdr Dimensions 1 7 H x 5 9 W x 3 7 D Weight 1 Ib Power 12VDC Rolls PS27 Incl DES
8. nal is present at the microphone will duck the remaining input signals under the mic signal Uses for the GCi404 include commercial audio production produce your own com mercial on your computer phonograph record to computer recording etc FEATURES e Microphone input with 12 volt phantom power e Instrument input e RCA Line Input Stereo 1 8 Line Input RCA Phono Input with Ground post and RIAA equalization and Rumble Filter e Individual Level controls for Mic Instrument and Line Inputs e Switchable automatic Ducking or talkover feature for Mic Input e Stereo RCA 1 8 TRS stereo or 4 pin header connector Outputs INSPECTION 1 Unpack and inspect the GCi404 box and package Your GCi404 was carefully packed at the factory in a protective carton None theless be sure to examine the unit and the carton for any signs of damage that may have occurred during shipping If obvious physical damage is noticed contact the carrier immediately to make a damage claim We suggest saving the shipping carton and packing materials for safely transporting the unit in the future 2 Please complete the Warranty Registration Card and return it to the factory TABLE OF CONTENTS Introduction Features Inspection Table of Contents Description Front Panel Rear Panel Connection Operation Computer Mounting Signal Level Adjust Ducking NMN gt O J9A J9B J9C J9D HD4 HD4 HD4 HD4 IPF GAN Specifications Sc
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