SPDIF input suddenly unlocking

Hi, I'm new to this forum having lurked with interest.
I have a problem with SPDIF input on a M-Audio Audiophile.
While trying to bounce in Logic, the digital signal from an XL-1 Turbo will cut out for just a second and ruin the pass. When I monitor through a Sony CDR W-33, I'll see the "Din Unlock" message corresponding to the brief drop-out. I've set external sync on the M-Audio driver software and wondered if something was missed in the Logic setup.
Still waiting on M-Audio's tech response.
Thanks in advance and yes, I'm saving for a better I/O.
Regards,
Jon

In the past it handled input from a dbx 386 with no problems but I don't remember if that was before and Audiophile driver update .
Might I ask if this problem could be specific to a devices (Emu XL-1) SPDIF output signal (it's manual yields no details on digital out)...

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