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*Note: When sending a line input into the Mini•Me, it is important not to use the 1/4 in inputs, as these
inputs have additional gain, as is required for instrument inputs such as guitars or keyboards. If your
source for line input is 1/4 inch, we suggest a 1/4 in to XLR cable to enable proper connection to the
Mini•Me.
Metering
The front panel metering LEDs indicate the level of the input signal after A/D conversion. The numbers by
each LED (-40, -12, and -2) represent the digital headroom in units in what is referred to as digital full-scale
(dBFs). To get a clear picture of how digital levels relate to analog levels, see the figure below.
The red "over" LED's will illuminate when three consecutive full-scale samples are output by the A/D con-
verter chip.
Sample Rate and Resolution Selector
The Mini•Me is capable of sample rates of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz and 96 kHz. All of these sample rates
are available at 24-bit resolution. At sample rates of 44.1 kHz and 48 kHz, the 24-bit word length may reduced
down to 16- or 20-bit resolution via Apogee's UV22HR dithering algorithm.
The unit also features digital black settings at all four sample rates. Choosing one of these settings will sup-
ply sync information only on all digital outputs. No digital audio will be output from the Mini•Me in these
modes.
To choose a sample rate/resolution combination, use the "Sample Rate" knob on the front panel. This knob
has twelve positions, each of which stops at positions similar to the hours on a clock. Sample rates are silk-
screened in black, while the resolution has a colored background silk-screen.
Examples:
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If you need to record with a 44.1 kHz sample rate and 16-bit resolution, then set the "Sample Rate" knob
to the one o'clock position.
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If you need to record with a 88.2 kHz sample rate and 24-bit resolution, then set the "Sample Rate" knob
to the ten o'clock position.
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To use the Mini•Me as a clock source only for 48 kHz recording, set the "Sample Rate" knob to the six
o'clock position for 48 kHz digital black.
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