I.link (Ieee 1394) - Esoteric P-02 Mode D'emploi

i.LINK is also known as IEEE 1394, an international specification.
This unit supports i.LINK (AUDIO).
By connecting an i.LINK (AUDIO)-capable device to the IEEE 1394/i.
LINK (AUDIO) terminal on this unit using an i.LINK cable, you can
transmit Super Audio CD multi-channel signals, which could only be
transmitted in analog format in the past. In addition to being able
to transmit signals in their original digital format, the unit can also
transmit 2-channel linear PCM data and multi-channel compressed
audio signals.
If you have multiple i.LINK-capable devices, you can connect them
through other devices to transmit data between them. Generally,
you do not need to be concerned with the order of connection, but
please read the section below about data transfer rates to ensure
optimal setup.
DTCP copyright protection system
To play back audio recorded on Super Audio CD or DVD discs using
i.LINK, both the player and the D/A converter need to support the
DTCP (Digital Transmission Content Protection) copyright protection
system. This unit is ready for DTCP.
Data transfer rate
There are three transfer rates: 100 Mbps (S100), 200 Mbps (S200),
and 400 Mbps (S400). This unit is capable of transferring data at the
maximum rate of 400 Mbps.
For connection with an i.LINK-capable device, use a commercially-
available S400-compliant 6-pin i.LINK cable.
When connecting multiple i.LINK-capable devices, avoid connecting
a device that has a slower transfer rate between devices that have
higher transfer rates since this will reduce the transfer rate of the
whole system. Connect devices that have higher transfer rates as
close to the source as possible.
NOTES
< i.LINK formats include "MPEG-2 TS" for BS digital sources and "DV"
for digital video for DVD recorders, as well as "i.LINK (AUDIO)"
(A&M Protocol). Never connect devices that do not support i.LINK
(AUDIO) to this unit. Doing so could cause this unit and the other
equipment to malfunction or be damaged.
< When in the process of data transfer, avoid plugging and
unplugging i.LINK cables or switching the power on or off.
< Among i.LINK-capable devices are some that are not capable of
relaying data when not turned on.
< Some i.LINK-capable devices might not respond to this unit's
commands.
< A receiving device might not support the output modes of this
unit. Read through the instruction manual of any device that you
wish to use before making connections.
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i.LINK (IEEE 1394)

How to connect multiple i.LINK-capable devices
Daisy chain connection
You can daisy-chain up to 17 devices including this unit.
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Tree structure connection
If you are using a device that has three or more i.LINK connectors, you
may want to connect them in branches. This connection structure
allows you to connect up to 17 devices including this unit.
The system will not work if data is fed back to the output device. Be
careful not to create a loop.
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An i.LINK connection is necessary for multi-channel playback of a
Super Audio CD without downmixing.
The i.LINK interface of this unit is designed in accordance with the
following specifications:
1) IEEE Std 1394a-2000 Standard for a High Performance Serial Bus
2) Audio and Music Data Transmission Protocol 2.0
This unit is compliant with IEC 60958 bitstream, DVD-Audio, Super
Audio CD in the AM824 sequence adaptation layers of this protocol.
However, this unit will not play back DVD audio software.
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