Chapter 1. Introduction To The 96I I/O; What's Included; System Requirements And Compatibility Information - DigiDesign 96i I/O Quick Manual

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Introduction to the 96i I/O
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The Digidesign 96i I/O™ 16-input, 2-output
digital audio interface features 24-bit analog-to-
digital (A/D) and digital-to-analog (D/A) con-
verters, and supports sample rates up to 96 kHz.
96i I/O Features
• 16 discrete input channels and two output
channels, with 4-segment LED meters on each
channel. Input and output features include:
• 16 channels of 24-bit, 96 kHz-capable ana-
log input, with adjustable input sensitivity
• 2 channels of 24-bit, 96 kHz-capable ana-
log output, with selectable operating level
• 2 channels of 24-bit, 96 kHz-capable digital
S/PDIF RCA input and output
• Loop Sync In and Out for synchronizing addi-
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tional Pro Tools|HD interfaces and peripher-
als
• External Clock In and Out (1x Word clock) for
synchronizing with external devices
• Expansion DigiLink port for connecting addi-
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tional Pro Tools|HD audio interfaces

What's Included

• 96i I/O audio interface
• AC power cable
• DigiLink cable (18 inches [0.46m])
• BNC cable (18 inches [0.46m])
• 96i I/O Guide
• Digidesign Registration Information Card
System Requirements and
Compatibility Information
The 96i I/O requires a Digidesign-qualified
Pro Tools|HD system.
The 96i I/O can be used as the only audio inter-
face in a Pro Tools|HD system (no other audio
interface present), or as an expansion I/O when
combined with a 192 I/O™, 192 Digital I/O™,
96 I/O™, or other 96i I/O audio interface.
The 96i I/O cannot be used in standalone
mode (it must be used with Pro Tools).
The 96i I/O does not provide a Legacy port. For
more information on connecting the 96i I/O,
see the HD Setup Guide.
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