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Ferrofish Pulse16 Rackmount 16-Channel A/D-D/A ADAT Converter

BH #FEPULSE16 • MFR #PULSE 16
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Ferrofish Pulse16 Rackmount 16-Channel A/D-D/A ADAT Converter
Key Features
  • 24-Bit / 96 kHz Cirrus Logic Converters
  • 16 x Balanced 1/4" TRS (Inputs/Outputs)
  • 4 x ADAT Optical (Inputs/Outputs)
  • SFP Port for Optional MADI Network
The Ferrofish Pulse16 is a 1 RU rackmount 16-channel AD/DA converter offering analog and ADAT I/O for tracking and mixing engineers in recording studios, houses of worship, broadcast trucks, and concert venues. With 24-bit / 96 kHz Cirrus Logic converters, a TCXO internal clock, and an active jitter-elimination circuit, it delivers accurate high-resolution audio. Interface a variety of equipment via the 16 balanced 1/4" TRS inputs/outputs and four ADAT optical inputs/outputs. The SFP I/O port allows you to upgrade to MADI capability when you're ready to expand. The front-panel 1/4" headphone output features digitally controlled volume and an assignable mono or stereo source.
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Ferrofish Pulse16 Overview

The Ferrofish Pulse16 is a 1 RU rackmount 16-channel AD/DA converter offering analog and ADAT I/O for tracking and mixing engineers in recording studios, houses of worship, broadcast trucks, and concert venues. With 24-bit / 96 kHz Cirrus Logic converters, a TCXO internal clock, and an active jitter-elimination circuit, it delivers accurate high-resolution audio. Interface a variety of equipment via the 16 balanced 1/4" TRS inputs/outputs and four ADAT optical inputs/outputs. The SFP I/O port allows you to upgrade to MADI capability when you're ready to expand. The front-panel 1/4" headphone output features digitally controlled volume and an assignable mono or stereo source.

BNC jacks provide wordclock I/O for proper synchronization with other digital equipment such as master clock generators, additional converters, and digital consoles. Remote control of the Pulse16 is possible through the MIDI 5-pin ports, which (with the optional MADI upgrade) also support MIDI-over-MADI embedding and extracting. Display and modification of device settings, meters, and routing are achieved via the dual color TFT screens and three front-panel controls. The Pulse16 includes an external power supply.

High-resolution Cirrus Logic A/D-D/A converters operate at up to 24-bit / 96 kHz
TCXO (temperature-compensated oscillator) internal clock and active jitter reduction provide reliable clock stability
BNC wordclock I/O for synchronization with other digital equipment
16 balanced analog inputs/outputs on 1/4" TRS jacks
Optional MADI upgrade (available separately) supports up to 64 channels of digital input and output and 192 kHz rate
Singlemode or multimode operation via SFP module
Four TOSLINK optical inputs/outputs for up to 32 channels of ADAT I/O
Remote control via MIDI 5-pin I/O
Easy setup via dual color TFT screens and front-panel knob and buttons
Intuitive routing matrix
Digitally adjustable input and output levels in 1 dB steps
Convenient signal monitoring via front-panel 1/4" headphone output
Fanless design
Occupies 1 RU of rack space

Ferrofish Pulse16 Specs

Key Specs
Form Factor
Rackmount
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
16
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Analog Audio I/O
16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input
16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Output
1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
4x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input
4x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output
Converter Type
AD/DA Converter
Number of Channels
16
Conversion Formats
ADAT, TOSLINK
Converter Circuitry
A/D Chipset:
2x Cirrus Logic CS5368
D/A Chipset:
2x Cirrus Logic CS4365
Display
2x Color Touchscreen
Maximum Sampling Rate
96 kHz / 24-Bit
Number of Microphone Inputs
No
Gain/Trim Range
-8 to +20 dBu (in 1 dB Steps)
Connectivity
Analog Audio I/O
16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Input
16x 1/4" TRS Balanced Output
1x 1/4" TRS Unbalanced Headphone Output
Digital Audio I/O
4x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Input
4x TOSLINK Optical ADAT Output
Host Connection
No
Host Connection Protocol
No
Sync I/O
1x BNC Word Clock Input
1x BNC Word Clock Output
Network I/O
No
MIDI I/O
1x DIN 5-Pin Input
1x DIN 5-Pin Output
Expansion Slots
1x Digital I/O Slot
Performance
Impedance
BNC Word Clock Inputs:
75 Ohms
BNC Word Clock Outputs:
75 Ohms
Digital Audio
Sample Rates
32 / 44.1 / 48 / 64 / 88.2 / 96 kHz
Bit Depths
24-Bit
Latency
A/D Conversion:
0.16 ms at 48 kHz
D/A Conversion:
0.25 ms at 48 kHz
Sync Sources
Word Clock
Clocking
Internal:
Accuracy: ±1.5 ppm
Power
Power Requirements
AC/DC Power Adapter (Included)
AC/DC Power Adapter
12 VDC at 3 A (Included)
Power Consumption
15 VA (Typical)
0.1 VA (Standby)
Physical
Rackmount Size
1 RU
Operating Humidity
0 to 75%
Operating Temperature
41 to 113°F / 5 to 45°C
Dimensions
19 x 7.5 x 1.8" / 48.3 x 19 x 4.4 cm
Weight
4.4 lb / 2.0 kg
Packaging Info
Package Weight
8.63 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
20.5 x 12.3 x 3.9"

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