RME DMC 842

Description

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.

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.

Features:

• Fully compatible to AES42
• 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
• Fully remote controllable
• Future-proof by flash updates

Specifications:

Connectivity:
8 x AES42 Input (XLR)
8 x Analog Output (XLR)
4 x AES/EBU Out (8 channels @ 192 kHz)
2 x ADAT Out (8 channels @ 96 kHz)
MIDI I/O
Word clock I/O
Com Port I/O (RS-232 via 9-pin D-Sub)
optional: MADI I/O (I 64 MADI Card)

Number of Channels: 8
Inputs: 8 x XLR AES42
1 x BNC Wordclock
1 x 5-pin DIN MIDI
Output: 8 x XLR Line, balanced
1 x 25-pin D-sub (4 stereo AES/EBU)
2 x TOSLink ADAT optical
1 x BNC Wordclock
1 x 5-pin DIN MIDI
Phantom Power Digital phantom power, switchable per input
Multi Function 8-channel sample rate converter
Sample Rates: Internal:
44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4 and 192kHz
External:
AES: 28kHz - 200kHz
Wordclock: 27kHz - 200kHz
Gain Range: 63dB
Maximum Output Level: +24dBu
Frequency Response: D/A
5Hz - 22kHz, -0.5dB @ 48kHz
5Hz - 34kHz, -0.5dB @ 96kHz
5Hz - 50kHz, -1.0dB @ 192kHz
Noise: D/A SNR
116dB RMS unweighted, 119dB A-weighted
Power Requirements: 100 - 240VAC, 60W, internal switching

Dimensions: (WxDxH) With Rack Ears: 19 x 3.46 x 9.5" (483 x 88 x 242mm)
Weight: Not Specified by Manufacturer

Links:

Product Manual
Manufacturers website