RME DMC-842 DMC842

Overview
The DMC-842 is both an 8-Channels AES42 interface as well as a controller for digital microphones. The unique device allows for connection and control of up to 8 digital microphones, and converting their signals to ADAT, AES/EBU, analog and (optional) MADI. Eight individually switchable hi-end sample rate converters offer a flexible clocking and further usage options, especially as the inputs are compatible to AES3 and AES/EBU too.
When developing the DMC-842, RME worked closely with the microphone manufacturers to secure maximum compatibility and best functionality. As a result the DMC-842 is the most flexible and most compatible AES42 interface available - a true milestone for the broad acceptance of the new digital microphone technology.
The DMC-842 is fully remote controllable, via MIDI, AES and (optional) MADI. The optional I64 MADI Card provides serial pass-through capability from one DMC-842 to the next (up to 8). All up to 64 audio signals are then available at the last device on one single line. Such a way of cascading is also possible with the Micstasy and the ADI-8 QS. The signals passed through the DMC-842 are available at the analog outputs, making an expensive splitter box on stage obsolete.
Overview of the DMC-842's most important features:
        Fully compatible to AES42
        8 XLR AES42 inputs (AES3 compatible)
        8 balanced XLR Line outputs
        24 bit sample rate conversion switchable per input
        Digital Phantom Power switchable per input
        Supports Mode 1 and Mode 2
        63 dB gain range per channel, even in asynchronous Mode 1
        LED level meter with 13 LEDs per channel
        M/S de-/encoding
        4 x AES/EBU Out via D-sub, 8 channels @ 192 kHz
        2 x ADAT Out, 8 channels @ 96 kHz
        Optional MADI I/O (I64 MADI Card) with serial cascading and digital/analog return path
        MIDI I/O
        Fully remote controllable
        Future-proof by flash updates
       
Tech Specs
Inputs: 8 x XLR (AES42, AES3 compatible), 1 x D-sub (AES sync)
Outputs digital: 4 x AES/EBU via 25-pin D-sub, 2 x ADAT optical, optional MADI
Outputs analog: 8 x XLR, balanced, up to +24 dBu
Signal to Noise ratio DA (SNR): 116 dB RMS unweighted, 119 dB(A)
THD DA: < -104 dB (< 0.00063%)
THD+N DA: < -100 dB (< 0.001%)
Crosstalk DA: < 110 dB
Output level @ 0 dBFS: +24 dBu, +19 dBu, +13 dBu
Frequency response DA, -0.5 dB: 5 Hz - 22 kHz (sf 48 kHz)
Frequency response DA, -0.5 dB: < 5 Hz - 34 kHz (sf 96 kHz)
Frequency response DA, -1 dB: < 5 Hz - 50 kHz (sf 192 kHz)
Sync sources: Internal, AES, word, Option (MADI)
Sample frequencies: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz, 192 kHz, variable (external clocks)
Sample rate range: MADI: 32 - 192 kHz, word clock: 27 kHz - 200 kHz, AES: 28 kHz - 200 kHz
Jitter: Typical < 1 ns for internal, word clock, AES and MADI input
Jitter suppression: >30 dB (2.4 kHz)
Jitter sensitivity: all PLLs operate error-free even at 100 ns
Power supply: Internal switching mode PS, 100V - 240V AC, 60 Watt
Dimensions: (WxHxD) 483 x 88 x 200 mm
Warranty: 2 years

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