Genelec Introduces DI8A Active Balancer
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December 4, 2001
The perfect interface between unbalanced single source outputs and Genelec's Active Home Theater Systems or Professional Audio Monitors, the new Genelec DI8A Active Balancer converts an unbalanced line signal to a balanced line signal, minimizing its susceptibility to electronic interference and maximizing its sonic performance.
The DI8A's compact rack-mount design allows it to be installed in a standard equipment rack or on a shelf very near to the signal source, such as a Surround Sound Processor. This ensures that unbalanced lines from the source to the DI8A are as short as possible to minimize noise at the beginning of the chain. From this point, the longer cables runs from the DI8A to the speakers are made with balanced cables and XLR connectors to further reduce the introduction of additional noise.
Equipped with eight independent signal channels, the DI8A Active Balancer includes a channel with duplicate outputs to facilitate the connection of twin subwoofers to larger systems. For even greater audio integrity, all channels feature gold-plated RCA input connectors and high-quality XLR output connectors.
To provide easy integration within remote-controlled equipment setups, the DI8A includes remote power On/Standby switching capability via a 12V DC trigger or switch/relay which can be connected to the remote control inputs on the back of the unit. The DI8A is also equipped with a muting circuit to reduce noise caused by switching the unit on and off. Gain adjustment switches allow the gain of each channel to be increased by +6dB if the output level of the decoder or other signal source is insufficient. A cover for these switches prevents them from being triggered accidentally. Two rack ears are included for easy installation into a standard 19" equipment rack.
The DI8A features a Frequency Response of 20Hz to 60kHz (±0.5dB) and 20Hz to 120kHz
(±1.5dB), while offering a dynamic range of 118dB. Noise is <-100dBu with THD + Noise of <0.002% (@ 20Hz to 20kHz, 0dBu). The unit can be used with optional rackmount ears or as a stand alone unit.
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