connecting a patchbay to fast track ultra 8r

[frn0003]

as far as connecting the lexicon via s/pdif, I tried it and I cannot get it to work, I set the lexicon to digital bit it will not connect it says the sample rate is 48000 and the lexicon is 41000 it just won't work. I also set protools to except s/pdif and then the sample rate is fixed to 48000. The lexicon will not read digital lock. Im giving up.

[frn0003]

I need more midi ports, I'm using a m-audio fast track ultra 8r, is there a way I can use a midisport 4x4? or? I want to connect my mackie mcu and extender so I will need 2 midi in's and 2 midi out's. I only have 1 in and 1 out on the ultra 8r.

[mesaone]

Yes, you can add an extra USB MIDI interface with no problem. Unlike audio devices, MIDI devices can stack easily without excessive computer tweaking by the user.

[frn0003]

Will it have to be m-audio because I'm running PT 9mp?

Thanks

[frn0003]

What one would you recommend?

[mesaone]

MIDIsport 4x4 is great, if you get one with the metal chassis. I've had one of those yellow 2x2 units bumping around my home studio for more than a decade, it just won't die. This one seems to have the same build quality: http://www.sweetwater.com/store/detail/MIDISport4AE

[frn0003]

Great, thanks for your help!!

[frn0003]

Is there anyway of connect a mackie d8b to my ultra 8r? What would I need to get this done, in running protools 9 I would appreciate any help.