Metric Halo LIO-8 Line-Level Digital Audio Converter email print

The LIO-8 from Metric Halo is a compact and lightweight line-level digital audio converter that provides you with the power, features, and quality of the ULN-8, but without the mic pres. The LIO-8 features analog, AES, and FireWire interfacing and supports sample rates up to 192kHz. It has DC-coupled, zero phase distortion, servo-balanced line inputs and outputs, plus fully clickless remote controlled monitor outputs that allow flexible monitoring applications from stereo to 7.1 surround.

The LIO-8 has tactile controls for making quick and easy adjustments. It also offers precision metering for both the input and output channels. The unit works with or without a computer and has fully digital control for total recall, remote control, and control surface support. The system uses real-world tested firmware, software, and drivers to ensure rock-solid stability and reliable performance. Metric Halo's exclusive per-channel selectable character lets you adjust sonic characteristics from ultra-clean to thick and gooey. Ultra-low latency instantiable processing is built-in, with plenty of DSP power. All of these features are combined in a compact, lightweight, and affordable package.

The LIO-8 is also upgradeable and expandable. You can install 4 or 8 channels of mic pres, and also upgrade the unit's processing by adding a "+DSP" license, which unlocks over 100 plug-ins and gives you the capability to create and save complex processing graphs and access factory-supplied macros such as processors, amp simulators, and more.


Compact and lightweight 1RU design

Analog, AES, and FireWire interfacing Universal sample rate support, with rates up to 192kHz 192kHz archival-grade AD/DA conversion DC-coupled, zero phase distortion, servo-balanced line inputs and outputs Fully clickless remote controlled monitor outputs allow flexible monitoring applications from stereo to 7.1 surround Tactile controls for making quick and easy adjustments Precision metering for the input and output channels Works with or without a computer and has fully digital control for total recall, remote control, and control surface support Uses real-world tested firmware, software, and drivers to ensure rock-solid stability and reliable performance Exclusive per-channel selectable character lets you adjust sonic characteristics from ultra-clean to thick and gooey Ultra-low latency instantiable processing is built-in, with plenty of DSP power Dedicated, digitally-controlled high-power headphone amplifier 4 or 8 channels of mic pres can be installed in the unit 1

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Optional, sold separately

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You can upgrade the unit's processing by adding a "+DSP" license, which unlocks over 100 plug-ins and gives you the capability to create and save complex processing graphs and access factory-supplied macros such as processors, amp simulators, and more. No extra hardware is needed for this feature







Rails
±9.9V (Low Power)
±12.6V (High Power)


Levels
+18.5dBu Peak Line Output @ 0dBFS (No Jumper/Low Power)
+22dBu Peak Line Output @ 0dBFS (Output Jumper/Low Power)
+24.5dBu Peak Line Output @ 0dBFS (Output Jumper/High Power)
+21.5dBu Analog Send Max Output
+24.5dBu Line In Max Input


Output Impedance
5 Ohms


Output
-19dBu Nominal FS output (Balanced) Output Jumper Off
-12dBu Nominal FS output (Balanced) Output Jumper On
Max Output: Same as Line


Gain
Range: -96 to +30dB
Precision: ±0.05dB
Step: 0.5dB


Input Impedance
10 kOhms


Dynamic Range
115dB (Flat)
118dB (A-Weighted)


Noise Floor
115dB (Flat)
117.9dB (A-Weighted)


Total Harmonic Distortion (THD)
0.0005% (-12dBFS)
0.0015% (-0dBFS)


Crosstalk
-127dB


IMD
-104dBu


Frequency Response
5.7Hz - 20.5kHz (+0/-0.1dB @ fs = 44.1kHz)
1.8Hz - 21.0kHz (+0/-1.0dB @ fs = 44.1kHz)
5.7Hz - 43.9kHz (+0/-0.1dB @ fs = 96kHz)
1.8Hz - 45.4kHz (+0/-1.0dB @ fs = 96kHz
5.7Hz - 42.1kHz (+0/-0.1dB @ fs = 192kHz)
1.8Hz - 64.7kHz (+0/-1.0dB @ fs = 192kHz)


Deviation
10.7Hz (5°)


Phase
< ±0.05° (Interchannel Phase, 0Hz - 20kHz)


Processing
Instantiable M/S Encode/Decode, Parametric EQ, Dynamics, Character, Reverb, Delay, Dither, Mix Foldown


Indicators
495 Bicolor LEDs
16 Meters, 15 Segments per Meter


Connectors
1 x 1/4" Headphone Jack
2 x 1/4" Direct Instrument Inputs
2 x 1/4" SMPTE Connectors (In/Out)
2 x MIDI Connectors (In/Out)
2 x BNC Word Clock Connectors (In/Out)
2 x FireWire 400 Connectors
1 x DB25 8-Channel AES I/O Connector
1 x DB25 8-Channel Line In
1 x DB25 8-Channel Balanced Send
1 x DB25 8-Channel Line/Monitor Out
2 x 1/4" Line/Monitor Out Mult Jacks
1 x 4-Pin XLR Power Input
1 x 2.1mm Coaxial DC Power Output


Software
CoreAudio Mac OS X 10.3.9 or Newer, PPC/Intel
MIO Console, Record Panel, LTC Decoder, and Mixer Included


Power
Voltage: 14-28V
Power: 24W
Bus Powerable: No
Passes Bus Power: Yes
Supplies Bus Power: No
External Supply (Input): 100-240VAC
Max Input Current: 1.2A
External Supply (Output): 24VDC
Max Output Current: 2.0A


Construction
Powder Coated Aluminum with Steel Rack Ears


Dimensions (WxDxH)
17 x 13 x 1.72" (432 x 330 x 44mm)


Weight
6 lbs (2.7kg)














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