Lynx Studio E44 - Manual (Page 4)

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1 Introduction
Thank you for purchasing the Lynx E22 or E44™ audio interface! We have worked hard to
create a reliable and high performance audio device using the latest high-speed interfacing
technology available. We believe you will find our efforts to benefit all of your audio
projects immensely.
This manual covers operation, product characteristics, and information to help you get
started. Additional information is available via our website’s support resources. Please refer
to
Section 11: Support at the end of this manual for support contact information.
The E22/E44 is a PCI Express audio interface which offers mastering quality Analog-to-
Digital, and Digital-to-Analog conversion, as well as Digital I/O. Its drivers have been hand-
coded to provide reliable operation with the widest variety of software applications and
computer configurations. The E22/E44 can be used with Windows- or Mac-based computer
systems, and is compatible with a variety of hardware expansion chassis where native PCIe
slots are not available. It includes a convenient and easy-to-use software interface for setting
parameters, managing volume levels, monitoring input signals and viewing real-time meters,
etc.
PCIe is the optimal conduit for an interface as it provides high bandwidth, low latency, and
minimal interference from Operating System processes. Well-designed PCIe interfaces are
ideal for mission critical contexts, as there is an established history of consistent up-time and
bullet proof reliability. The Lynx field programmable hardware design ensures that the E22
and E44 hardware can be updated via online firmware updates to keep the card feature rich
and adapted to the latest technologies. These upgradeable designs have been instrumental in
the legendary lifespan of Lynx audio products.
1.1 Overview
The E22 and E44 audio interfaces turn your computer into a powerful digital audio
workstation, providing both mastering-quality AD/DA conversion as well as Digital I/O. The
included Lynx Mixer application provides zero-latency monitoring, accurate metering,
adapter configuration and flexible routing capabilities. Lynx Mixer is identical for computers
running Windows or OS-X. With support for WDM and ASIO on Windows computers and
Core Audio with OS-X computers, virtually all professional audio applications can work
with the E22/E44 cards.
Up to four E22, E44 or Lynx AES16e cards can be used in a single computer. For users who
have computers without PCIe slots, these cards can be installed into a Thunderbolt expansion
chassis for seamless operation with the latest generation computer hardware.
Similar to other Lynx products, E22 and E44 incorporate an FPGA for audio mixing and
control functions that can be easily updated in the field. This flexible design improves
compatibility with future computer systems and allows for an evolving feature set.