Nady Systems dig comp 16 Specifications, Features, DigiComp 16 - 18-bitDigital Compressor

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DigiComp 16 — 18-bit Digital Compressor

Thank you for your purchase of the DigiComp 16™ — you have purchased one of the finest compact sound processors on the market today. This unit was developed using the expertise of professional sound engineers and working musicians. You will find that your new NADY AUDIO sound processor has superior performance and greater flexibility than any other sound processor in its price range. Please read this manual carefully to get the most out of your new unit.

	Specifications
ELECTRICAL
Frequency Response	2dB from 20 Hz to 20 KHz
Signal-to-Noise Ratio (process)	>82dB linear, 20 Hz - 20 KHz
Distortion	<0.01% @ 1 KHz (-10dBV)
Crosswalk	<90dB below full scale
INPUT
Number of Channels	2
Format	1/4” unbalanced
Sensitivity	-10dBV
Maximum Level	+10dBV
Impedance	1M Ω /channel stereo, 500K Ω channel mono
A/D - D/A CONVERSIONS
A/D converter	1-bit Sigma-Delta
D/A converter	1-bit Sigma-Delta

FEATURES

•Exceptional assortment of 16 popular, one-of-a-kind preset digital compressor ROM programs, including AGC Pure, Acoustic, Master, Clean, Dance, Kick Drum, Mixdown, Jumping Up, and 8 Classic stereo settings with 16 user selectable parameter variations for each algorithm

•Unique digital AGC and proprietary algorithms provide real dynamic compression for adding punch to weak signals, new dimensions to your sound and useful limiter functions.

•Advanced state-of-the art digital processing with 18-bit Sigma-Delta AD/DA conversion, high speed 12.5MIPs operation, and 52-bit accumulator

resolution ensures first-class/high-quality audio with negligible distortion, full bandwidth 20-20KHz response, and low noise/high dynamic range.

•Ultimate ease of operation with convenient front panel I/O signal gain controls, bypass switch, program and variations select controls; rear panel 1/4" I/O stereo and bypass jacks (for optional footswitch); versatile + 4/ -10dBu input signal level stereo/mono operation, high gain mono input for plugging instruments in direct, and 9 volt AC adapter supplied

•Roadworthy, ultra portable, all-metal 1/3 rackspace rackmountable or tabletop housing

OUTPUT
Number of Channels	2
Format	1/4” unbalanced
Maximum Level	+9 dBu
Output Impedance	<500Ω
FRONT PANEL
Controls	IN/OUT levels (ANALOG) PROGRAM selections (2 knobs)
Indicators	Power, Signal clip LED
REAR PANEL
Input (LEFT/MONO, RIGHT)	1/4” 2-conductor (mono)
Output (LEFT, RIGHT)	1/4” 2-conductor (mono)
BYPASS	1/4” 2-conductor (auto-sense pedal type) (Momentary footswitches)
Power	AC 9 Volt Power Transformer Adapter
PROCESSING AND MEMORY
Processor Speed	12 MIPs (million instructions per second)
Internal DSP resolution	52-bit MPY accumulator
Main Preset Program	16
Preset Total Combinations	256

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SIZE
Dimensions	5.2” x 4.6” x 1.7” (131 x 116 x 44mm)
Weight	3 lbs (0.90 g)

The specifications above are correct at the time of printing of this manual. For improvement purposes, all specifications

for this unit, including design and appearance, are subject to change without prior notice.

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