RME HDSPe RayDAT PCI Express Card

RME HDSPe RayDAT is a multi-channel, multi-format PCIe-based solution from recording, mixing, and mastering. The SPDIF (phono) and AES/EBU (XLR) I/O are available simultaneously thanks to separated recording and playback devices in the form of separate cards. RayDAT provides 4 x ADAT optical I/O, SPDIF I/O and AES/EBU I/O for a total of 36 channels of inputs and outputs along with two banks of MIDI I/O and TotalMix, RME's DSP-based real-time mixer/router. HDSPe RayDAT is a true professional solution!

Legacy
HDSPe RayDAT is the newly developed PCI Express version of the HDSP 9652. A genuine PCI Express core consequently takes full advantage of the new format, achieving significant performance gains in multitrack audio. Thanks to RME's secure flash update technology, firmware improvements, adjustments, and bugfixes can be installed easily at any time.

SteadyClock
HDSPe RayDAT includes SteadyClock, RME's own clock technology, combining professional features like maximum jitter suppression at full varipitch capabilities and software controlled sample rates. This keeps your signal as pure as possible, devoid of unwanted digital artifacts.

Software and compatibility
DIGICheck for Windows: Spectral Analyzer, professional level meter for 2, 8, or 36 channels, Vector Audio Scope, various other audio analysis tools. Drivers are included for Windows 2000/XP/Vista/64 (full ASIO multi-client operation of WDM, GSIF 2.0 and ASIO 2.0), Mac OS X Intel (Core Audio and Core MIDI).

Unique features
The HDSPe RayDAT provides unique features, including 4 x ADAT digital I/O, supporting 192 kHz via S/MUX4 operation; 1 x SPDIF digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable, 1 x AES/EBU digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable; 2 x MIDI I/O, 32 channels high-speed MIDI via breakout cable; up to 36 inputs and 36 outputs can be used simultaneously; DIGICheck, RMEs unique metering- and analyzing tool; TotalMix: 2592 channel mixer with 42 bit internal resolution; Native PCI Express - no PCI to PCI Express bridge used; S/MUX poured in hardware: 16 channels 24-bit/96kHz for record and playback on ADAT optical.

RME HDSPe RayDAT Features:

• 36 Inputs / 36 Outputs
• 1 x AES/EBU I/O (192 kHz)
• 1 x SPDIF I/O (192 kHZ)
• 2 x MIDI I/O
• 4 x ADAT I/O (up to 192 kHz via S/MUX4)
• Supported sample frequencies: Internally 32, 44.1, 48, 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz. Externally 28 kHz - 200 kHz
• 8 buffer sizes/latencies available: 0.7 ms, 1.5 ms, 3 ms, 6 ms, 12 ms, 23 ms, 46 ms, 93 ms
• All settings changeable in realtime
• Automatic and intelligent master/slave clock control
• Enhanced Mixed mode: All inputs and outputs simultaneously operational
• Unsurpassed Bitclock PLL (audio synchronization) in ADAT mode
• TMS (Track Marker Support): Supports CD/DAT start-IDs and the read out of CD subcode
• DIGICheck, RME's ultimate measurement, analysis and test tool
• Unique status windows for record and playback, showing mode and sample
• Super low jitter design: < 1 ns in all clock modes

Card Type
PCI Express

Inputs
4 x Optical ADAT (TOSLINK)
1 x Stereo S/PDIF (via 9-pin breakout cable)
1 x Stereo AES/EBU (via 9-pin breakout cable)
2 x MIDI In (via 9-pin breakout cable)

Outputs
4 x Optical ADAT (TOSLINK)
1 x Stereo S/PDIF (via 9-pin breakout cable)
1 x Stereo AES/EBU (via 9-pin breakout cable)
2 x MIDI Out (via 9-pin breakout cable)

Digital Connections
AES/EBU:
2 x XLR, transformer-balanced, galvanically isolated, according to AES3-1992
High-sensitivity input stage (< 0.3 Vpp)
S/PDIF compatible (IEC 60958)
Accepts consumer and professional format, copy protection will be ignored
Lock range: 28 kHz - 200 kHz
Jitter suppression: > 30 dB (2.4 kHz)
Jitter when synced to input signal: < 1 ns

S/PDIF:
2 x RCA, transformer-balanced, according to IEC 60958
High-sensitivity input stage (< 0.3 Vpp)
AES/EBU compatible (AES3-1992)
Accepts Consumer and Professional format, copy protection will be ignored
Lock range: 28 kHz - 200 kHz
Jitter suppression: > 30 dB (2.4 kHz)
Jitter when synced to input signal: < 3 ns

ADAT Optical:
4 x TOSLINK, format according to Alesis specification
Standard: 32 channels 24 bit, up to 48 kHz
Double Speed (S/MUX): 16 channels 24 bit 96 kHz
Quad Speed (S/MUX4): 8 channels 24 bit 192 kHz
Bitclock PLL ensures perfect synchronization even in varispeed operation
Lock range: 31.5 kHz - 50 kHz
Jitter suppression: > 30 dB (2.4 kHz)
Jitter when synced to input signal: < 1 ns

Sample Rates
Internal:
32, 44.1, 48, 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz

External:
28 - 200 kHz

Buffer Size
0.7 ms, 1.5 ms, 3 ms, 6 ms, 12 ms, 23 ms, 46 ms, 93 ms

System Requirements
Windows 2000 SP4 or higher
Mac OS X Intel (10.4.8 or higher)
PCI Express Interface: one free PCI Express slot, 1 Lane, version 1.1

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