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User's Guide HDSPe MADI © RME 
6.2 Internal Connectors 
X402 
15-pin connector for the included HDSPe MADI Expansion Board. 
X403 
10-pin connector for a connection of the Time Code Option (TCO). 
X200 
No function. Used to program the card in the factory. 
X400 Sync In 
Internal word clock input for synchronization of multiple cards via SYNC OUT. Supported since 
firmware version 17. 
X401 Sync Out 
This 3-pin connector carries an internal word clock signal. It can be used to synchronize multi-
ple cards with sample accuracy, and without the need for an external connection. The card 
where SYNC OUT is used is Master, the one with SYNC IN is Slave. In the Settings dialog the 
Slave has to be set to Sync In under Pref. Sync Ref, the Clock Mode must be set to AutoSync. 
Supported since firmware version 17. 
7. Accessories 
RME offers several optional components. Additionally parts of the HDSPE MADI, like the spe-
cial breakout cables, are available separately. 
Part Number    Description 
BOHDSP9652    MIDI breakout cable 
VKHDSP9652    14-conductor flat ribbon cable 
ONK0100      MADI Optical Network Cable, 3.3 ft (1 m) 
ONKD0300    MADI Optical Network Cable, 10 ft (3 m) 
ONKD0600    MADI Optical Network Cable, 20 ft (6 m) 
ONKD1000    MADI Optical Network Cable, 33 ft (10 m) 
ONKD2000    MADI Optical Network Cable, 66 ft (20 m) 
ONKD5000    MADI Optical Network Cable, 165 ft (50 m) 
8. Warranty 
Each individual HDSPe undergoes comprehensive quality control and a complete test at IMM 
before shipping. The usage of high grade components should guarantee a long and trouble-free 
operation of the unit. 
If you suspect that your product is faulty, please contact your local retailer. 
Audio AG grants a limited manufacturer warranty of 6 months from the day of invoice showing 
the date of sale. The length of the warranty period is different per country. Please contact your 
local distributor for extended warranty information and service. Note that each country may 
have regional specific warranty implications. 
In any case warranty does not cover damage caused by improper installation or maltreatment - 
replacement or repair in such cases can only be carried out at the owner's expense. 










