Sorry to be so full of questions, but it is all coming to me quickly. Is the optical cable that connects one ADAT to another ADAT the same as the 9 pin cable? Will it allow a transfer of a track (or 8) from one tape to another without the 9 pin? if not, what is the purpose and?or difference? (please) thanks again! loved the cat cleaning technique by the way:)! :roll: