Connecting and controlling an audio processor for networked systems has now been simplified with Ashly's NE-Series ne4400 ne4800 and ne8800 digital signal processors. These Network Enabled (NE) processors offers ease of use setup and control using standard 10/100 Ethernet protocol and Protea NE Software. No special outboard control units are needed.

Standard units are analog line input/output format of 4x4 (4400) 4x8 (4800) and 8x8 (8800) with four option bays supporting network audio AES/EBU and mic input options. The DSP signal processing library is extensive and utilizes multiple SHARC 32-bit/96kHz processors with sample rates of either 48 KHz or 96 KHz. Processing blocks include an 8x8 matrix mixer a full array of variable Q graphic and parametric equalization crossover filters to 8th-order Butterworth Bessel Linkwitz and Notched-Linkwitz an extremely advanced automatic feedback suppressor autolevelers compressors matrix duckers limiters frequency-keyed noise gates time delay up to 1365 ms on every channel sinewave pink noise and white noise generators.

All programming is accomplished using standard 10/100 Ethernet or RS-232 protocol and Ashly's Protea NE Software on a PC platform. Hot-plug software control allows you to plug any function into any channel block even when running live audio with no latency or recompiling necessary. Automatic DHCP network IP configuration reduces network set up time. No front panel controls and multi-level software security with password access assures you a tamperproof audio system.

Additional features include: network audio routing at matrix mixer to inputs from outputs or in/out of matrix mixer 8 link groups on most functions automatic master clock switchover between network word clock AES/EBU and internal clock a high-performance analog audio path - dynamic range exceeding 114 dB support of Ashly digital remote controls programmable 8 channel 5V logic input or output control 8 channels of 0 to 5V analog level control word clock input and output and a front panel full meter bridge with mute keys.

Available hardware options are: 4-channel mic/line input option with software controllable gain and phantom power CobraNet network audio input and output EtherSound network audio input and output AES/EBU digital audio input and AES/EBU digital audio output.

Features:
• Three models - 4x4 4x8 and 8x8 format
• 10/100 Ethernet and RS-232 computer interface Is standard
• Extensive DSP Available
• Easy and intuitive user interface
• 24-bit A/D-D/A audio resolution
• 32-bit SHARC DSPs
• Sample rates of 48 KHz and 96 KHz
• Hot-plug software control
• Automatic DHCP network IP configuration
• Butterworth Bessel Linkwitz and Notched-Linkwitz filters
• Advanced automatic feedback suppression
• Word clock input and output
• Euroblock connectors for audio preset recall DC remote level control and data in/out
• Four dedicated remote controls for Level Logic I/O and Programmable Functions
• Third party control friendly
• Input and output metering
• Multi-level Security
• Five year worry-free warranty

Rear panel:
• 10/100 Ethernet port
• RS-232 port
• Euroblock inputs
• Euroblock outputs
• Four option bays
• Word clock in and out
• Remote level control
• Logic I/O
• Data in and out ports
• On/off switch

Accessories
• WR-1 2-ch Level Control
• WR-2 Four Position Switch
• WR-5 Programmable Selector
• RD/RW8C 8-ch Level Control

Specifications:

ADC

24-bit

DAC

24-bit

Sample Rates

48 and 96kHz

Analog Inputs

4x Euroblock Line
2x Euroblock Microphone (balanced)

Analog Outputs

4x Euroblock Line

Digital Inputs

4x XLR AES/EBU

Digital Outputs

4x XLR AES/EBU

Other Connectors

1x Euroblock 12V Digital Logic I/O
1x Euroblock 5VDC Remote Control
1x Euroblock Remote Data
1x RS-232
1x RJ-45 Ethernet

Word Clock

2x BNC I/O

Maximum Input Level

+20dBu

Maximum Output Level

+20dBu

Dynamic Range

>114dB, unweighted 20Hz to 20kHz

Frequency Response

20Hz to 20kHz, +/-0.25dB

THD + N

<0.002%, 1kHz, +20dBu

Power Requirements

100-240VAC, 50/60Hz

Specialties

32-bit floating-point SHARC processor array for DSP functions

Dimensions (W x D x H)

19 x 8.5 x 3.5" / 482.6 x 215.9 x 88.9mm