LYNX CBL-XFDR18

Product overview

The LYNX CBL-XFDR18 is an 18 in (457 mm) S/PDIF adapter cable with a female XLR connector at one end and a male RCA plug at the other.

It takes a digital output on a male XLR connector and delivers it to the coaxial S/PDIF input of a recorder, converter or other digital device. The cable carries an "S/PDIF DIGITAL OUT" label in the official picture, and the blue XLR shell sets it apart from analogue cables.

In the box

• CBL-XFDR18 XLR female to RCA male S/PDIF adapter cable x 1

LYNX CBL-XFDR18: frequently asked questions

What is the CBL-XFDR18 used for?

LYNX describes it as an XLR female to RCA male S/PDIF adapter cable: it links an XLR digital output to an RCA (coaxial) S/PDIF input.

How long is it?

LYNX states 18 in, about 457 mm.

Where can I buy the LYNX CBL-XFDR18 in India?

The LYNX CBL-XFDR18 is available from Shivansh Electronics, Kolkata, West Bengal, India, with delivery across India.

Workflow 1: Digital out to a coaxial S/PDIF input

Sending a LYNX digital output to a device with an RCA S/PDIF input.

Connections

Setup

1. Plug the male XLR digital output into the female XLR end of the cable.
2. Plug the RCA end into the S/PDIF input of the receiving device.
3. Set the digital output format to S/PDIF where the card offers it, and select the coaxial input on the receiving device.

Tip: The label on the cable marks it as the digital out cable.

Workflow 2: Digital transfer to a recorder

Making digital copies to a recorder with an S/PDIF input.

Connections

Setup

1. Connect the cable as above.
2. Lock the recorder to the incoming digital signal.
3. Start playback and record.