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Prism Sound Dream Series ADA-128 w/ 64×64 Pro Tools HDX and DANTE
Description
DREAM ADA-128 64×64 PTHDX-DANTE: MODULAR HIGH-QUALITY AUDIO CONVERSION SYSTEM WITH 64 CHANNELS OF AD, 64 CHANNELS OF DA, PRO TOOLS|HDX HOST I/O, AND DANTE HOST I/O
A NEW BREED OF AUDIO CONVERTER HAS ARRIVED
The Dream ADA-128 redefines flexibility, capacity, and performance standards in professional audio conversion. For its creation, Prism Sound ripped up the rule book and started again, using all of their 30+ years of ADC and DAC development experience.
Building on the legacy of the Prism Sound Dream ADA-8XR, the resulting Dream ADA-128 architecture is so capable that it is set to meet the needs of the most demanding facilities for years to come.
The Dream ADA-128 is a 2U chassis that can accommodate up to 20 plug-in Modules, including 8-Channel Analog Input and Output Modules and an 8-channel AES3 Module (with more options to follow). Four slots are designated to accommodate a range of 64-channel Host Modules including Pro Tools|HDX and Dante Host Modules (and more to come). As well as being able to route analog and AES3 I/O to and from Host media, full routing flexibility allows analog to/from AES3 routing without the use of Host slots and Host-to-Host bridging.
QCLOCKS
The Dream ADA-128 contains four independent clock generators, each of which can run at different sample rates and with different sync sources. The ADA-128’s Host and I/O Modules can be dynamically assigned to these Clock Domains, allowing multiple workflows (such as separate project studios or ingest stations) to simultaneously share the resources of a single ADA-128’s resources.
MODULAR CONSTRUCTION
The modular design meets the needs of the most demanding applications, as well as the needs of the growing studio. As your requirements grow the ADA-128 can grow with you. Every I/O Module and the unit’s built-in Routing Module have dedicated DSP capability, allowing a wide range of future functionality to be added by a simple software download.
A.D.R.A.
“Advanced Digital Routing Architecture”. The ADA-128 delivers flexible interconnectivity both internally and externally allowing point-to-point routing throughout its modular configuration.
DOLBY ATMOS
As the only system supporting the full Dolby Atmos channel count of 128 channels within a single 2U unit, the ADA-128 is the most compact yet powerful solution available.
VERIFILE
The Dream ADA-128 incorporates Prism Sound’s unique Verifile technology, wherein every ADC in the system can add imperceptible metadata to its dither signal, allowing downstream processes to check that every sample in a stream is exactly as it left the ADC.
For archival projects, accurate and reliable ingestion of large audio assets is of paramount importance. Verifile provides automatic ingest integrity checking without the need for human listening.
SOFTWARE OVERVIEW
The Dream ADA-128 control software runs in an onboard CPU module on a quad-core ARM processor. The intuitive control software allows you to manage every element of the unit. Prism Sound understands the needs of the modern audio professional and has delivered the fastest, smoothest, and most efficient workflow, based on a high-quality graphical representation of every feature.
ONSCREEN CONTROL PANEL
The Dream ADA-128 can be controlled from the front panel touch screen, or it can be controlled over IP using a browser-based control panel that has been optimized for computer, phone, and tablet screens. Every accessible element of the unit is only a touch away. Swift and intuitive navigation has been developed for those working in the most pressured environments. A versatile store system allows rapid reconfiguration of all or part of the unit (including individual Clock Domain resources).
The Dream ADA-128 can also be remotely controlled by other equipment in the system, for example, by Dante or Pro Tools Hosts, or dedicated controllers.
Dream ADA-128 64×64 PTHDX-Dante System Includes:
- (1) ADA-128 Chassis
- (8) AD Cards
- (8) DA Cards
- (1) PTHDX Card
- (1) Dante Card
AD LINE IN CARD
The 8Ch-AD card is an 8-channel analog input expansion card for the Dream ADA-128
Key Features:
- 8 high-quality analog inputs with premium analog circuitry
- Ultra-low latency state-of-the-art analog-to-digital conversion
- Expand the analog inputs on the chassis or swap out cards for customized configurations
DA LINE OUT CARD
The 8Ch-DA card is an 8-channel analog output expansion card for the Dream ADA-128
Key Features:
- 8 high-quality analog outputs with premium analog circuitry
- Ultra-low latency state-of-the-art digital-to-analog conversion
- Expand the analog outputs on the chassis or swap out cards for customized configurations
PRO TOOLS|HDX I/O CARD
The ADA-128 PTHDX Card offers low latency, high channel count connectivity with 128 channels of I/O. The Dream ADA-128 will build on Prism Sound’s popularity in the quality-conscious Pro Tools world.
DANTE I/O CARD
The ADA-128 Dante Card offers low latency, high channel count connectivity with 128 channels of bidirectional audio. The card allows high-channel digital splits between systems. A simple ethernet cable can easily connect an ADA-128 to your system, unleashing the power of audio over IP.
Chassis Tech Specs:
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Dimensions |
W: 483mm D: 320mm H: 88mm (2U) |
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Power |
90-260VAC 50/60Hz, up to 80W depending on fitment |
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Environmental |
0 to 35°C, 85% maximum relative humidity |
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Front Panel |
Power/standby button, 5” touch TFT control panel |
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Rear Panel |
16 I/O Module slots (1-16), 4 Host Module or I/O Module slots (17-20) CPU Module with: 1xGbE RJ45, 2xUSB host, 1xUSB device, 1xHDMI Utility reference sync panel with: XLR DARS/AES11 input, XLR DARS/AES11 output BNC Wordclock/Baseclock/Black-burst-video/10MHz input BNC Wordclock/Baseclock output DE-9F sync breakout, with 1x DARS out, 2xBNC out, 1xBNC in 3-pin 6A IEC mains inlet, fuse holder, and isolation switch (DC and redundant power options under development) |
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Clock Domains |
Four independent clock generators providing four Clock Domains Each Module slot can be assigned to any Clock Domain Host slots have access to multiple Clock Domains |
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Routing |
Every output port can be routed from any input port Host Modules may thus operate as bridges |
Line Input Module Tech Specs:
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Note |
Unless otherwise noted: specifications apply at fs = 48kHz and 18dBu line-up setting, balanced operation; residuals are band-limited 20Hz-20kHz and are quoted RMS unweighted. |
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Configuration |
Eight input ports, electronically balanced, with fully-balanced analog signal paths |
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Connection |
DB-25F, industry-standard TASCAM pinout |
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Supported Sample Rates |
44.1kHz, 48.0kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz Pullup: 0.1%, 4.16%; pulldown: 0.1%, 4.0% |
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Wordlength |
32 bits |
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Verifile |
Tag insertion (allows downstream signal integrity verification) |
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DSP Functions |
Amplitude calibration and trim MS processing High-Pass filter selectable |
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Input Sensitivity |
0dBFS = 24dBu to 3dBu in 1dB steps, with 0.1dB stepped trim |
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Input Impedance |
14.5kΩ |
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Unbalanced Mode |
Automatic |
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Over-Killer (Soft Limit) |
Per-channel, software selectable |
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Total Harmonic Distortion |
-115dB (< 0.00018%) |
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THD+N |
-111dB (< 0.00028%) |
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Dynamic Range |
116dB (residual at -60dBFS), 119dB with A-weighting filter |
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Ide Channel Noise |
-116dBFS |
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Gain Accuracy |
±0.05dB |
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LF Roll-Off (wrt 997Hz) |
-0.05dB at 20Hz, -3dB at 1.7Hz |
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HF Roll-Off (wrt 997Hz) |
-0.05dB at 20kHz (fs>=48kHz) -3dB at 19k2 (fs=44k1) -3dB at 20k9 (fs=48k0) -3dB at 38k4 (fs=88k2) -3dB at 41k6 (fs=96k0) -3dB at 75k6 (fs=176k4) -3dB at 81k5 (fs=192k0) |
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CMRR |
>80dB at 50Hz, >63dB at 15kHz |
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Crosstalk (any port pair) |
<-130dB (50Hz) <-112dB (15kHz) |
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Inter-Channel Phase |
±0.03° (10Hz – 5kHz) ±0.12° (5kHz – 20Hz) ±0.3° (20kHz – 50kHz) |
Line Output Module Tech Specs:
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Note |
Unless otherwise noted: specifications apply at fs = 48kHz and 18dBu line-up setting, balanced operation; residuals are band-limited 20Hz-20kHz and are quoted RMS unweighted. |
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Configuration |
Eight outputs, electronically balanced, with fully-balanced analog signal paths |
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Connection |
DB-25F, industry-standard TASCAM pinout |
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Supported Sample Rates |
44.1kHz, 48.0kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz Pullup: 0.1%, 4.16%; pulldown: 0.1%, 4.0% |
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Wordlength |
32 bits |
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Verifile |
Tag checking (signal integrity verification) |
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DSP Functions |
Amplitude calibration and trim |
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Output Amplitude |
0dBFS = 24dBu to 3dBu in 1dB steps, with 0.1dB stepped trim |
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Output Impedance |
50Ω |
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Unbalanced Mode |
Automatic, with bootstrapping level compensation (only at <= 18dBu line-up) |
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Total Harmonic Distortion |
-114dB (< 0.0002%) |
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THD+N |
-111dB (< 0.00028%) |
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Dynamic Range |
123dB (residual at -60dBFS), 125dB with A-weighting filter |
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Idle Channel Noise |
-123dBFS |
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Gain Accuracy |
±0.05dB |
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LF Roll-Off (wrt 997Hz) |
-0.1dB at 20Hz, -3dB at 1.25Hz |
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HF Roll-Off (wrt 997Hz) |
-0.1dB at 20kHz -3dB at 21k6 (fs=44k1) -3dB at 23k5 (fs=48k0) -3dB at 42k3 (fs=88k2) -3dB at 46k0 (fs=96k0) -3dB at 80k0 (fs=176k4) -3dB at 86k8 (fs=192k0) |
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Output Balance |
>50dB |
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Crosstalk (any port pair) |
<-133dB (50Hz) <-121dB (15kHz) |
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Inter-Channel Phase |
±0.02° (10Hz – 5kHz) ±0.1° (5kHz – 20Hz) ±0.2° (20kHz – 50kHz) |
Pro Tools|HDX Host Module Tech Specs:
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Configuration |
64 directly-connected Pro Tools HD I/O ports |
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Connection |
2x DigiLink Mini connectors, each carrying 32 I/O ports |
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Supported Sample Rates |
44.1kHz, 48.0kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz Pullup: 0.1%, 4.16%; pulldown: 0.1%, 4.0% |
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Wordlength |
24 bits |
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Emulation Modes |
Avid HD I/O 16×16 Analog or Avid HD I/O 16×16 Digital Two emulations per DigiLink |
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Pro Tools Control |
Supported functions are controlled from the Pro Tools UI |
Dante Host Module Tech Specs:
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Configuration |
64 directly-connected Dante I/O ports |
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Connection |
2x GbE RJ45 connectors (switched or redundant operation) |
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Supported Sample Rates |
44.1kHz, 48.0kHz, 88.2kHz, 96kHz, 176.4kHz, 192kHz Pullup: 0.1%, 4.16%; pulldown: 0.1%, 4.0% |
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Wordlength |
24 bits |
