Page 3 of 14 1 Overview DigaStudio is an audio and control interface for users of PC audio workstations who do not have a studio environment available. The product is designed for normal office environments and users who are not specifically trained as audio technicians.
Page 4 of 14 1.2 Housing DigaStudio consists of a 19" (2HE) interface and signal processing unit and a flat control pad. The control pad is connected to the interface unit by means of a single cable. The length of the cable is unrestricted (with respect to typical studio environments).
DigaStudio: Functional Specification Page 5 of 14 2 Functionality 2.1 Audio input The control pad contains an input matrix which allows the connection of the following sources: • 2 x MIC (microphone) • 2 x LINE • 1 x TV / Tuner •...
Page 6 of 14 2.2 Channel functions The basic version of the DigaStudio contains 3 mixing channels, which are described below. 2.2.1 Source selection / channel assignment Channel 1 can be assigned to MIC1 or MIC2, whereas channels 2 and 3 can be assigned to any source.
DigaStudio: Functional Specification Page 7 of 14 Mode normal left channel only right channel only left right swapped Panning is available in mono mode, in stereo mode balance control is available instead. Pressing the PAN button activates the pan function and the jog-wheel and the five buttons arranged above then function temporarily for panorama / balance settings.
DigaStudio: Functional Specification Page 8 of 14 The central talk-back buttons (TALK TEL or TALK ISDN) can be used to temporarily switch the MIC1 or MIC2 signals exclusively to the respective N-1 sum (command function). To which microphone (MIC1 or MIC2) the selected function is applied can be configured from the PC software.
Another output is provided for the connection of an external level meter for the summer signal. The GPI signals and external level meter are fed out to two 15-pin sub-D connectors. 2.6 DigaStudio Pro The following features are available in the Pro version of DigaStudio: 2.6.1 Channel functions The DigaStudio Pro offers a 4 mixing channel, which can only be activated and used via the respective PC software.
DigaStudio: Functional Specification Page 10 of 14 2.6.2 Microphone inputs In addition to the standard microphone inputs 2 additional ones are provided (MIC3, MIC4) which are identical to MIC1 and MIC2. These sources can only be selected by means of the PC software.
Download and storing of the operating system software (non-volatile) The connection to the PC is performed by means of a special protocol, based on the RS-422 interface. By using the supplied communication driver any applications (i.e. other manufacturer´s editing software) can communicate with the DigaStudio.
Communication driver for the PC • PC software for the configuration and control of various functions Optional extras: • Button labels (input selection, preview matrix, function buttons) • Audio cable for direct connection DigaStudio PCX card • Gooseneck microphone (e.g. AKG C 580-1)
DigaStudio: Functional Specification Page 13 of 14 • Software for central configuration of any DigaStudio connected to a network 6 Technical Data 110 ∼ 220V / 50 Hz Power supply Power consumption app. 30 W Dimensions Control pad (w x d x h):...