Introduces the features and characteristics of SUPER DAC 2496 product, including functions, panel description, installation, typical setup, operation, troubleshooting
The M-Audio Super DAC 2496 is a professional external digital-to-analog (D/A) audio converter housed in a standard half-rack chassis. It supports multiple digital audio formats with bit widths from 16 to 24 bits and sampling rates ranging from 22kHz to over 100kHz. The unit features three rear inputs: TOSLINK optical, S/PDIF on RCA, and AES/EBU on XLR, selectable via a front panel Format button.
| Dynamic Range | 115 dB (A-weighted) |
|---|---|
| THD+N @ 0dBFS | -100 dB (A-weighted) |
| SNR (idle channel noise) | 117 dB (A-weighted) |
| Frequency response | 20Hz-20kHz, -0.1, -0.18 dB |
| Balanced Outputs nominal level | +4 dBu |
| Power Supply requirement | 9 volt AC, 500 mA or larger |
The audio is muted for a short period of time while the unit locks onto the new source to prevent spurious noise.
Pressing the Format button on the front panel cycles through the options: TOSLINK optical, S/PDIF, or AES/EBU.
It lifts the digital ground connection between the Super DAC and another AES/EBU device to prevent potential system ground loops.