Analog Outputs - RME Audio Hammerfall HDSP 9632 User Manual

8.10 Analog Outputs

The short circuit protected, low impedance line outputs are available as unbalanced outputs via
a phono breakout cable. The optional analog XLR breakout cable provides XLR connectors and
fully balanced operation.
The electronic output stage does not operate servo balanced! When connecting unbalanced
equipment, make sure pin 3 of the XLR output is not connected.A conection to ground will
cause a decreased THD (higher distortion)!
When using the analog XLR breakout cable, make sure 'Breakout Cable / XLR' is selected
in the Settings dialog. Else the analog output level will be 6 dB too high!
To maintain an optimum level for devices connected to the analog outputs, the HDSP 9632
internally uses hi-quality electronic switches, which allow for a perfect adaptation of all outputs
to the three most often used studio levels.
As with the analog inputs the analog output levels are defined to maintain a problem-free
operation with most other devices. The headroom of the HDSP 9632 lies between 9 and 15 dB,
according to the chosen reference level:
Reference
Hi Gain
+4 dBu
-10 dBV
With +4 dBu selected, the according headroom meets the latest EBU recommendations for
Broadcast usage. At -10 dBV 12 to 15 dB headroom are common practice, each mixing desk
operating at -10 dBV is able to send and receive much higher levels. Lo Gain allows to work
with high levels, best suited for professional users who prefer to work balanced and at highest
levels.
The above levels are also found in our ADI-8 series of AD/DA converters, the Multiface, and
even in our Mic-Preamps QuadMic and OctaMic. Therefore all RME devices are fully
compatible to each other.
0 dBFS @
+19 dBu
+13 dBu
+2 dBV
User's Guide Hammerfall DSP 9632 © RME
Headroom
15 dB
9 dB
12 dB
16