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DigiMax DP88 ™ 8x8 96kHz preamp, converter with ADAT IO, direct analog inputs, remote mic preamps, DAC outputs, and Word Clock IO Owner’s Manual www.presonus.com...
Connection Diagrams — 6 DigiMax DP88 with Studio 192 — 6 2.3.1 Project Studio — 7 2.3.2 Using the DigiMax DP88 as a Mic Split — 8 2.3.3 Technical Information — 9 Audio Specification — 9 Block Diagram — 10...
About this manual: We suggest that you use this manual to familiarize yourself with the features, applications, and correct connection procedures for your DigiMax DP88 before trying to connect it to your other studio equipment. Throughout this manual you will find Power User Tips that will help you to get the most from your DigiMax DP88 expert.
What is in the Box What is in the Box In addition to this User Manual, your DigiMax DP88 package contains the following: • PreSonus DigiMax DP88 24-bit/96kHz preamp/converter • MIDI I/O Break-out cable • External power supply...
Input Meters. These 8-LED meters show the input level of the eight analog inputs on your DigiMax DP88. The green LEDs will illuminate when the input signal ranges from -50 dBFS to -6 dBFS. The yellow LEDs will illuminate when the input signal ranges from -4 dBFS to -2 dBFS. The red Clip LED will illuminate when your input signal reaches -0.5 dBFS.
Power Button and Sync light. The lighted ring around the power button of your DigiMax DP88 is a clock source / sync indicator. It lets you know if you unit is receiving word clock correctly.
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ADAT – S/MUX Input and Output. These are the ADAT – Dual S/MUX connections to connect your DigiMax DP88 to your audio interface. When the sample rate is set to 44.1 or 48 kHz, only the ADAT 1 input and output will function. When set to 88.2 or 96 kHz, each connection will...
DigiMax ™ DP88 User Manual Technical Information Audio Specification DAC Outputs Microphone Preamp (XLR Balanced) Type DB25 Female, Balanced Type XLR Female & DB25 Female, Balanced Remote Maximum Output Level +24 dBu, +/-0.5 dB Maximum Input level (min. gain, 1 kHz@0.5% THD+N) +12 dBu, +/-0.5 dB Gain Control Range 85 dB, +/-1 dB...
Audio Specification Block Diagram DIGITALLY CONTROLLED METER 1 TRIM Direct DB25 Mic Input A/D BUFFER 88.2 / 96 kHz XLR Mic Input Select MIC PRE DB25 Line Input ADAT 1 Out DIGITALLY CONTROLLED METER 2 TRIM Direct DB25 Mic Input A/D BUFFER XLR Mic Input ADAT 2 Out...
PreSonus Audio Electronics, Inc., (“PreSonus”) warrants defects in material and workmanship in PreSonus- branded products under normal use. This Limited Warranty applies only to hardware products manufactured by or for PreSonus that can be identified by the PreSonus trademark, trade name, or logo affixed to them. Exclusions and Limitations: This warranty does not cover the following: 1.
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PreSonus will repair or replace, at our sole and absolute option, products covered by this warranty at no charge for labor or materials. If the product must be shipped to PreSonus for warranty service, the customer must pay the initial shipping charges. PreSonus will pay the return shipping charges.
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DigiMax DP88 ™ 8x8 96kHz preamp, converter with ADAT IO, direct analog inputs, remote mic preamps, DAC outputs, and Word Clock IO Owner’s Manual 18011 Grand Bay Court Baton Rouge, LA 70809 USA 1-225-216-7887 Part# 70-12000021-B www.presonus.com...