Dan Dugan Model E-3A Automatic Mixing Controller
MPN #MODEL-E-3A
Automatic mixing controller with AES digital audio I/O for 12 Analog plus 16 ADAT channels of processing
The Dugan Model E-3A Automatic Mixing Controller helps professional audio mixers handle multiple live mics without having to continually ride their individual faders. This signal processor can be patched into the input insert points of an audio mixing console. Then each mic channel is processed in the Dugan controller and returned to the console for mixing. Alternatively, internal mix buses in the Model E-3A can be used to sum channels.
The Dugan detects which mics are being used and makes fast, transparent cross- fades, freeing the mixer to focus on balance and sound quality instead of being chained to the faders. The Model E-3A crossfades unscripted dialogue which eliminates cueing mistakes and late fade-ups. It also reduces comb filtering from adjacent mics while avoiding the choppy and distracting effects common to noise gates.
Features
32 channels of processing, 16 AES plus 16 ADAT96 kHz sampling rate supported (AES only)All Dugan algorithms: Speech System, Music System and Gain LimitingSix-bus pre/post matrix mixerChannels may be grouped into three independent automixersWord clock I/OPower over Ethernet (PoE) capableThree switched Ethernet ports available for control networkRemote control from Dugan Control Panel for Java (included) and Dugan Control Panel for iPad (sold separately)Physical remote control from Dugan Model K Control Surface (sold separately)Miniature control panel for setup or adjustments from front panel Standard Dugan linking for larger systems
Specifications
digital input and output
aes/ebu: AES3, 16 inputs, 16 outputs
optical (adat): Eight channels in and eight channels out
16-Channel mode: link connectors reassigned as ADAT channels 9-16
gain: Unity
sample rate: 48 or 96 kHz
bit depth: 24 bit
audio latency: 2 ms
frequency response: 10 Hz " 22 kHz, ± 0.0075 dB
output noise: -125 dBFS (20 Hz " 20 kHz), -128 dBAFS
distortion: -125 dBFS
linking: Up to eight units can be linked into one system in an optical ring network Linking uses ADAT hardware but does not adhere to ADAT protocol
synchronization
sources: Word Clock, AES Inputs 1"16, ADAT, Internal
connectors
audio: 1"16: Two DB-25 connectors wired to TASCAM digital audio standard ADAT: Optical input and output
control: 3 x RJ-45: Three-port internal network switch. One connector accepts PoE Linking: ADAT optical, reassigned for audio I/O in 16-channel mode
word clock: BNC input and output
power
connector: Coaxial with locking collar, 5.5 mm o.d., 2.1 mm i.d., center positive
electrical: Nominal 12 VDC, 1.5 A maximum; accepts 12"24 VDC
poe: 802.3at Type 2 25.5 W
external supply:
Input: 100"240 VAC, 50"60 Hz, 30 W
Output: 18 VDC, 1.33 A
Approved UL, CE
dimensions
1RU H = 1.75 in (4.5 cm) D = 8.3 in (21 cm) W = 8.75 in (22.2 cm)
weight
3.4 lb (1.5 kg)
5.8 lb (2.6 kg) in shipping box with power supply
Applications
TV news and sports panels, political debates
Conference reinforcement, video trucks
Reality shows, game shows
Wireless mics for theater
Boardrooms, civic meeting rooms
Teleconferencing and distance learning Houses of worship
Benefits
Eliminates late upcuts
Reduces PA feedback and studio noise
Reduces comb filtering from adjacent mics
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