FUTURE STYLE
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AD-16X , DA-16X
16-Channel, 192kHz Converters
AD-16X
DA-16X
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The C777 uses an all digital process to stable clock signals that results in undetectable jitter . Also new to the X-Series units is Apogee's redesigned power-supply scheme. The new power system of the AD-16X & DA-16X incorporates a specially design Synchronous Switching power supply that works in conjunction with the C777 clock and Apogee's filtering technology to provide superior transient response, low heat and noise performance. The DA-16X uses Apogee's newly developed electronically balanced line drivers. Originally designed for the Mini-DAC, these line drivers are able to simulate true transformer behavior. The circuitry is an ultra low output impedance, high current driver, capable of running levels up to 26 dBu to the most complex or low impedance loads. Recording studios utilizing vintage audio-equipment will find this particularly valuable. The output performance of the DA-16-X achieves symmetry when used in balanced mode (even with an unsymmetrical load) and no increased distortion when used unbalanced. Connecting to Pro Tools HD or any FireWire Enabled Computer The AD & DA-16X offer an expansion card slot that increases connectivity possibilities. Adding an optional X-Series HD card you an connect AD and DA16-X directly to your computer via your HD Core Card. Using Logic, Nuendo or any of the many native DAW's, add an X-FireWire card to your X-Series hardware connection that supports FireWire 800 standards and has backwards compatibility with 400 standards. And, if you are buying multiple units, you can daisy chain up to 120 channels with low latency. SoftLimit: Maximize Levels, Minimize Overs One of the difficulties in digital recording is getting an adequate level without clipping and unwanted distortion. Soft Limit is an analog peak limiter that enables the capture of an additional 4-6 dB of level without going into an 'over' condition. It can be applied to a single channel or all channels. UV22HR: Dither Down with 24-bit Detail UV22HR is Apogee´s industry standard technology for reducing the word-length of a high-resolution digital signal to 16 bits for the CD mastering. UV22HR is also being employed to produce improved internet and computer audio content without increased file sizes or data rates. It can be applied to a channel pair or all channels. AD-16X -16 channels of premium 24-bit A/D conversion -AES, ADAT/SMUX Output -Word Clock I/O -Sample rates up to 192k, using Big Ben's C777 clocking technology -Optional direct connection to Pro Tools HD with X-HD card -Optional direct connection to S400 and S800 FireWire devices with X-FireWire card compatible with OS X/Windows XP and DAW's -Support for AES double wire and SMUX formats -Post A/D conversion level monitoring -Intuitive front panel calibration -Word Clock termination switch INPUTS -Analog in 1-8 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector -Analog in 9-16 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector -WC in: BNC 75 ohm with switchable termination OUTPUTS -AES-EBU out x 8, transformer balanced, DSUB 25pin connector (192k single wide compatible) -Optical: toslink x 4, supporting ADAT and SMUX protocol -WC out: BNC 75 ohm OPTION SLOT -One x-type card can be installed, for Firewire, HD and or other future format connectivity. SPECS -Sample rates internal: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k -Sample rates external: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k +/- 10% -Frequency response at 44.1 k : 5 - 20.000 Hz (+/- .2 dB) -Analog levels: 6 to 24dBu max through digital gain adjustment. (Compatible with -10dBV levels) -THD+N: -110 dB -Dynamic range: 120 dB A weighted -Power: 100 -240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 65 Watt EXPANSION CARDS X-Digi-Mix Card X-FireWire Card X-HD Card X-Digi-Mix Card DA-16X -16 channels of premium 24-bit D/A conversion -AES, ADAT/SMUX Input -Word Clock I/O -Sample rates up to 192k, using Big Ben's C777 clocking technology -Optional direct connection to Pro Tools HD with X-HD card -Optional direct connection to S400 and S800 FireWire devices with X-FireWire card compatible with OS X/Windows XP and all DAW's INPUTS -AES-EBU in x 8, transformer balanced, DSUB 25pin connector (192k single wide compatible) -Optical: toslink x 4, supporting ADAT and SMUX protocol -WC in: BNC 75 ohm with switchable termination OUTPUTS -WC out: BNC 75 ohm -Analog out 1-8 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector. -Analog out 9-16 Balanced, DSUB 25pin connector. OPTION SLOT -One x-type card can be installed, for Firewire, HD and or other future format connectivity. SPECS -Sample rates internal: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k -Sample rates external: 44.1/48/88.2/96/176.4/192k +/- 10% -Frequency response at 44.1 k : 5 - 20.000 Hz (+/- 0.2 dB) -Analog levels: 6 to 24dBu max through digital gain adjustment. (Compatible with -10dBV levels) -THD+N: -107 dB -Dynamic range: 118dB A weighted -Power: 100 -240 VAC, 50 - 60 Hz, 65 Watt Availability: March, '04 optional EXPANSION CARDS X-Digi-Mix Card X-FireWire Card X-HD Card Option cards X-FireWire and X-HD facilitate connection of multiple units X-Digi-Mix expansion card / Pro Tools Mix System  The Apogee X-Digi-Mix expansion card for the Rosetta 800 allows for direct connectivity between Pro Tools Mix systems and the Rosetta 800 8-channel AD/DA converter, providing conversion to Pro-Tools Mix users without the need for an additional interface. Mix users will find the X-Digi-Mix card offers them the ability to connect the Rosetta 800 directly to their workstations, extending the life of their Mix systems for years to come. X-HD Card  Direct connection to Pro Tools | HD systems . The Apogee X-Series-HD option card allows for direct connectivity between Pro Tools HD systems and the Rosetta 800, 8-channel AD/DA converter (as well as future X-Series products). The result is a combination of Digidesign's software and a new generation of Apogee conversion and clocking hardware that provides a workstation. Features: Primary HD port for connecting directly to HD Core or Accel cards. Expansion port for daisy-chaining multiple Apogee devices (Rosetta 800 and all future X-Series hardware) Compatible with the latest versions of ProTools May be used along side similar interfaces (such as Digidesign 96 I/O, 192 I/O, Prism Dream ADA-8) X-FireWire Card  The Apogee X-FireWire Card let you direct connection to any FireWire equipped computer. Based on new S800 standards (with backwards compatibility for S400 connections) the X-FireWire Card uses an expansion slot in the Rosetta 800, and in all future, X-Series based systems to give users of Logic, Nuendo and other popular software the option of sounding Apogee conversion. With low-latency Core Audio (Mac) and ASIO drivers for leading operating systems, your hardware options for your DAW are expanded. The two ports on the Apogee X-FireWire Card allow you to daisy-chain additional devices to create an entire system. By extending the bus, the X-FireWire card allows for daisy-chaining of multiple Apogee systems or compatible peripherals, and permits the use of multiple FireWire devices by computers with only one port. The card also passes power through the FireWire ports to allow the powering of additional devices. Features: 2, S800 FireWire connectors, allowing chaining of multiple units A standard off-the shelf adapter cable allows connection to S400 FireWire ports. Compatible with Apple's OS X built-in FireWire Core Audio driver Supplied with Windows XP WDM/ASIO driver Up to 16x16 24-bit channels at 44.1/48/88.2/96KHz Up to 16 24-bit channels at 176.4/192KHz Fully compliant and compatible with 61883-6 and other relevant 1394 IEEE and AES specifications Allows low-jitter synchronization to a FireWire audio network and can provide a master clock source for a FireWire audio network |
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 advanced technologic sound magazine 2004 February issue 122
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