Quality audio. The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 provides extremely high quality for analog recording and playback of analog material. The card features modern 24-bit converter components with a sample rate of up to 96 kHz. As a result, the DMX 6fire 24/96 achieves a S/N ratio of well over -100 dB(A) on its analog inputs and outputs!
Recording and playback of audio material at the purely digital level. The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 features one optical and one coaxial stereo input and output each in 24-bit S/PDIF
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format. You can therefore transfer already digitized recordings from a CD, DAT or MiniDisc player (or recorder) to the PC without losses. You can also choose from all commonly-used sample rates and access settings related to copy protection and generation bit. The interface even supports the transfer of raw data such as Dolby AC3 signals.
Software la carte. You'll soon to come to appreciate the ControlPanel of your DMX 6fire 24/96. Its carefully thought-out user interface and intuitive control of all card settings will make your day-to-day work with the SoundSystem a breeze. The selection of drivers leaves nothing to be desired. Our sophisticated driver architecture based on Microsoft's WDM technology guarantees the trouble-free deployment of the card in all modern Microsoft Windows operating systems. Musicians will also be pleased by its support for Steinberg's ASIO 2.0 interface, as well as WDM kernel streaming (e.g. Sonar) for extremely low latency times, permitting software instruments to be played live. And last but not least, we've included a number of software titles that will assist and entertain you. All programs were selected after extensive practical testing and the personal experience of our staff as valuable additions to round out your SoundSystem for a wide variety of applications.
We hope you enjoy your work with the SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 and would like to suggest that you browse this hopefully entertaining manual when you get the chance. In addition to the most vital information on the technology, we've outlined a number of typical applications wherever appropriate. We're convinced that even experienced users will profit from this guide. Don't miss the remarks in the margins marked with an exclamation point. They contain information such as summaries of the following sections, notes on important settings or tricks that can make your day-to-day audio work significantly easier.
Thanks for your attention - enjoy!

.your TerraTec Team

The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 package should contain the following items: 1 TerraTec SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 PCI sound card 1 DX6F front module 1 flat ribbon cable to connect the PCI card and the front module 1 CD-ROM digital audio connector cable 2 adapter plugs, 6.3 mm stereo jack to 3.5 mm socket 1 installation and driver CD 1 manual 1 customer service card 1 TerraTec registration card with the serial number 1 Algorithmix registration and update card
Please return the registration card to us at the earliest possible opportunity or register online at http://www.terratec.net/register.htm. This is important for support and hotline services.
Note! Even if you're a seasoned pro, you should still at least skim the "Software" chapter starting on page 29. The information on drivers and the first sections on the ControlPanel are important for your overall understanding of the system. Thank you.
Short and to the point for busy pros. The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 is a PCI card with busmastering support. Please choose a slot which is far away from the graphics card(s) or SCSI/RAID controllers i.e. as far close to the "bottom" as possible in most installations. Also be sure to leave room for up to four audio cables that can be connected to the card. The front module is connected to the card using the included flat conductor cable. This cable also supplies the front module with power. If possible, please install the module in a bay below the CD, ZIP drive or other devices due to the dangling cables. You will need 1 IRQ. Installing multiple DMX 6fire 24/96 cards is no problem the cards will run in IRQ-sharing mode. You will also need a number of free address ranges (generally no problem). The driver installation under Windows (98SE to XP) follows the Microsoft guidelines. The drivers can be found on the included CD-ROM. After installing the drivers, open the Device Manager and check for yellow exclamation marks. If you find any, please see the Appendix (page 52) for our suggested solutions. The software installation will begin automatically once the drivers have been installed. You must install the ControlPanel. The full functionality of the SoundSystem cannot be controlled using the Windows Mixer. The WDM audio drivers can be selected in the applications as usual. ASIO drivers are available in compatible programs; WDM kernel streaming is "not visible" (i.e. it is always available for applications and cannot be selected explicitly). The respective buffer sizes can be configured in the DMX ControlPanel (not to be confused with the Windows Control Panel).

Internally CD Audio, AUX and TTL. The PC board of the DMX 6fire 24/96 features three plug connectors for analog connections to CD-ROM drives (CD1 and CD2), or other cards such as TV or video expansion modules (AUX). The required cables and plugs are standardized and are generally included with branded products. An internal digital input is also available. An external S/PDIF signal with a so-called TTL level (+5 V), as provided by most CD-ROM drives, can be applied to the connector marked CN11. The analog CD-ROM connections are electrically independent (decoupled) and can be used simultaneously. The DMX ControlPanel software represents both CD signals as a single source, however.
From the rear 6 out, 2 in. Four sockets reside on the golden slot plate of your SoundSystem, each waiting for a 3.5 mm stereo mini-jack. The first three (green; F, R, C/W) are the outputs for six independent audio channels and are designed for use with a suitable (surround) amplifier or an active speaker system. Naturally, a mixer can also be connected to these outputs for studio applications. The outputs are laid out in the format that you probably already know from 5.1 hifi applications: F R C/W for the two front speakers (Front, Left and Right) for the two rear speakers (Rear, Left and Right) for the center speaker (mono) and the subwoofer signal, the so-called LFE channel (also mono). The left channel hereof is the Center signal (usually a white or black plug on the cable).
Another note: the output for the front speakers (F) is switched in parallel to the analog and (usually) digital stereo output pairs, as well as the headphone output on the front module. More about that later. What remains is the blue socket (IN) on the slot plate one of the card's many audio inputs. A signal applied to this input can later be selected for recording in the DMX ControlPanel.
From the front total versatility. The front module illustrates the flexibility with which the SoundSystem will meet all of your future audio and music recording and playback requirements. One at a time, from left to right:
The front module and its many connections.
Line In/Tape The left (top) and right input is designed for recording from sources with a normal, so-called line level. The sensitivity corresponds to that of the input on the slot plate of the PCI card. This is the input for connecting devices such as cassette and tape decks, mixers, dictaphones, studio effects devices, the record output of your hifi system, etc. The small LED indicates whether this input has been activated in the DMX ControlPanel.
Phono The left (top) and right inputs are designed for recordings from turntables without an intermediate preamp - without a doubt one of the highlights of the SoundSystem. You can plug your vinyl player directly into the front module thanks to its integrated phono preamp, and the system also handles the necessary filtering. The included software also contains a wide range of functions for the optimization of old audio material more on this in the chapter Connecting and recording from a turntable. Please ensure that your turntable uses a moving-magnet (MM, MD) pickup system. The hardware of the DMX 6fire 24/96 is not optimized for the lesscommon moving-coil (MC) systems. If you would like to use an MC system nevertheless, please ensure that it generates a minimum output voltage of 2-3 mV (please refer to the documentation of the pickup system). Tip: to eliminate AC hum, connect the ground wire of the turntable to the case of your PC. Simply connect it to one of the retaining screws of the case's cover.

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Line Out This is the direct route out of the card in two channels (stereo; top = left). A normal line level is also available here, which also corresponds to the signal available at socket F (front) on the slot plate.
Mic In with gain This is the microphone input of the SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96. Capacitor microphones with large jacks (6.3 mm) can be plugged in here. The gain control above the socket controls the sensitivity of the integrated microphone preamplifier. Use one of the included adapters if you would like to connect a microphone with a small 3.5 mm jack, for example a headset, to this input. Please note: the so-called 48 V phantom power supplies occasionally used in the professional audio sector can not be used with this module.
Headphone with level This is the system's headphone output. It provides a stereo signal which is also available at the Line Out described above, as well as at the front socket. You can adjust the volume to suit your individual preferences with the control marked Level.
Digital coaxial The pair of RCA sockets are the digital inputs and outputs (Digital In and Digital Out) of the system. The output complies with the S/PDIF standard; an AC3 or DTS signal can also be transferred. A variety of additional information can be added to the signal or filtered out during recording (or when looping a signal through the system). Copper coaxial cables with double shielding (similar to antenna or network cables) should be used on this interface. For more information, see page 49.
Digital optical Another digital interface is available in addition to the electrical (coaxial) type. The functions of the TOS-Link socket pair correspond to those of the coaxial sockets. An optical fiber cable (optical waveguide) is used here to connect digital equipment (many MiniDisc players use this connection type). For more information, see page 49. MIDI In and Out. Last but not least: MIDI devices can also be connected directly to the 5-pin DIN connectors without the need for adapter cables. A tip for beginners: MIDI cables are always "crossed" Out to In, and In to Out.
The wavetable connection. The front module also contains an expansion socket: the connector with 26 small pins is designed for the wavetable modules that you may remember from "way back when". TerraTec had a number of these supplementary modules in its product range under the "WaveSystem" name back in the mid-90s. Obligated as we are to tradition, you can insert and use these modules, as well as modules from other manufacturers such as Roland, Korg, Yamaha or CreativeLabs. Naturally, a MIDI driver is available for the external wavetable as always. The driver can be selected under the name DMX 6fire WaveTable and can be used with a full 16 MIDI channels. If you use a different front module such as the microWAVE PC, the MIDI information will be forwarded to the second MIDI interface.

The DMX 6fire 24/96 wave driver. In most Windows programs, you will encounter drivers with the designation "DMX 6fire Wave" for recording and playback. Signals output using these drivers will generally be available at the system's analog outputs; they also support the recording of analog signals (from line, microphone, tape or phono input, as well as the internal analog inputs).
The ASIO driver. Programs that support Steinberg's ASIO (or ASIO 2.0) interface will display the ASIO driver of the SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 in the relevant dialogs. With ASIO, programs achieve extremely short delays (latency) during audio recording and playback. With Cubase VST, for example, a latency averaging 7 to 20 ms should be achievable. On fast, cleanly set up systems, latency can be reduced to 1.5 ms at a sample rate of 96 kHz!
The MIDI driver. A special driver is available for MIDI communications via the MIDI IN and OUT sockets of the front module. The driver designated as "DMX 6fire MIDI" in this system, and it can be selected in any situation in which its use would be appropriate. The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 provides you with a maximum of two (in conjunction with DXF or microWAVE PC) separate MIDI input and output drivers, giving you a total of 32 MIDI channels. If MIDI files being played using the Windows Media Player are also to be forwarded to external devices, open the "Sounds and Multimedia Properties" dialog in the Windows Control Panel and set the MIDI output to the driver specified above (see also the "Installation" chapter, page 13).
In detail special properties of the DMX driver. The following contains in-depth information for those with the need to know. Less experienced users won't encounter any problems if they skip over this section.
32-bit data transfer. The driver support a special data transfer format known as "32-bit unpacked". Audio data streams are transferred to the computer's main memory via the PCI bus. The PCI bus features 32 "lines" (32-bit). A PC generally takes care to ensure that its data lines are well-utilized. For this reason, 8-bit audio data is always sent on its way in groups of four packets (4 x 8 = 32), and 16-bit data (2 x 16 = 32) in groups of two (top of diagram). The situation is a bit more complicated from the processing standpoint with 24-bit audio data: suddenly there's "only" 24 sweet-sounding bits available, i.e. 8 bits are "missing". The "24-bit packed" process solves this problem in the following manner: the computer CPU (your Pentium, for example) divides the 24-bit data into multiples of 32 (middle of diagram). That costs computing power and isn't really necessary. The "32-bit unpacked" process fills the remaining bits with zeroes and the driver sends suitable 32-bit packets on their merry way. Most commonly-used applications currently support this process, which is particularly easy on the computer's resources (bottom of diagram).

How does the ControlPanel work? The DMX ControlPanel and the routing (signal flow within the card) of your DMX 6fire 24/96 is very easy to understand despite the wealth of options. The DMX ControlPanel is organized in the form of several pages on which you can view or change the system's configuration: Mixer, Surround, Settings and the About dialog. Let's start with the:
Mixer page. Let's have a closer look at the five channels. From top to bottom, you'll see the labels CD1/2, Line In, Phono/Mic In, Digital In and Wave Play so far so good. The master area, which is identical on each page, is on the right. More about it later. The three "analog" channels (CD, Line and Mic/Phono) feature round gain controls. The card has several preamplifiers to boost the levels of the input signals that can be adjusted with these controls. Experienced users will be pleased to hear that the boost (up to +18 dB) is realized professionally before the A/D conversion. This ensures that the high-quality A/D converters always deliver their best possible performance. The gain stage also features a multicolored Clip LED. These give you a visual warning of excessive levels and impending distortion. A yellow light signals the 1 dB limit; red indicates that the 0 dB mark has been overdriven, possibly leading to audible distortion. The colorful lights in the panel aren't just intended to brighten your day, they're primarily designed to help you set the signal levels cleanly. The display above shows the attenuation ranging from 0 to 45 dB. For pros: attenuation is applied in steps of 0.5 dB to -43.5 dB. The 45 dB setting activates a hardware-based gate function which is essentially the same as that of the mute switches (see below). This adjustment range (of "only" 45 dB) is certainly appropriate, as it a) ensures that the available mouse adjustment range is used in an optimal and linear manner and it b) guarantees truly practical regulation. If you would like to attenuate a signal further, you can do so in your software, an approach which is generally more appropriate. Hover over one of the colorful VU meters briefly with the mouse cursor and the current peak signal level in dB will be displayed. The mute switch silences the signal completely. The stereo link function (enabled by default) permits the left and right signals to be adjusted simultaneously. The VU displays can be disabled with a right-click to conserve system resources.

While the first channel (CD 1/2) is reserved for the control of the two internal CD connections, the remaining four can be assigned a source, with the exception of the WavePlay channel. These can be selected using the small pop-up menus, which can display the following sources:

Channel 2 Line In

Applies the analog Line In/Tape input of the front module to the channel. This is indicated by the associated LED on the front module. Applies the analog Line input on the slot plat of the PCI card to the channel. Applies the onboard AUX input on the PC board to the channel. Applies a wavetable module, if present, to the channel.

Internal Wavetable

Channel 3 Phono/Mic In
Applies the phono input on the front module to the channel and enables the special phono preamp. Applies the microphone input on the front module to the channel.

Channel 4 Digital In

Optical
Applies the optical digital input on the front module to the channel. This is indicated by the associated LED on the front module. Applies the coaxial digital input on the front module to the channel. This is indicated by the associated LED on the front module. Applies the onboard CD-ROM digital input on the PC board to the channel.

Coaxial

Internal
The first four channels control all of the input audio sources of the DMX 6fire 24/96; channel 5 controls all audio signals that are output using the WavePlay driver. Record source enables one of the four input channels for recording. For example, select "Phono/Mic In" here and "Phono" for the appropriate channel to make a recording from a vinyl record. The RIAA button enables the filtering required to play back or make a recording from a vinyl record. In commercially available hifi amplifiers, RIAA filtering is permanently activated. The SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96, on the other hand, has the option of disabling RIAA filtering. You thus have the option of applying custom filters (when restoring shellac recordings, for example) with special editing software that supports them. So much for the first window. Now let's have a look at the multi-channel settings.

Mix sends the complete signal of the ControlPanel including all relative levels - to the S/PDIF output. In other words, the same signal will be available at the digital output as at the analog output (Front). Digital In sends the signal applied to the digital input directly to the digital output without losses. Be sure that the synchronization is correct, however! Wave Playback delivers the signal output of an audio application directly to the digital output. You will need this setting to send control information as used in AC3 and DTS signals in addition to the audio data. The audio signal is "bit-true".
In addition, the following parameters can be selected in all three positions: Copyright adds a copy-protection ID to the signal or filters it out when deactivating copy protection. This function sets the so-called "copy protection bit" which ensures that no digital copies can be made of the signal. Original activates the so-called "generation bit", permitting exactly one digital copy to be made. Disabling this function sets the bit to 0 you can then copy to your heart's content. Non-Audio adds information to the data stream that indicates that control information (such as channel assignments) is being transferred in addition to the audio information. Activate the Non-Audio mode when transferring AC3 or DTS audio signals from a software DVD player to an external decoder. Color. Here you can configure perhaps the most vital system settings within the ControlPanel. No matter where you look, our days are filled with color. After all, life is beautiful, and there's nothing like pink buttons and delicate green reflections to breathe life and good cheer into your boring Windows desktop. Have fun.! ;-)
But seriously, folks the "Reflections off" option toggles the attractive reflections of the elements. This can be helpful for slower systems.
What's more, you can use the pop-ups to choose from among a number of preconfigured designs. "Default" restores the original display settings. By the way, users who hate colorful UIs or who are obsessed with performance don't need to worry: with the reflections disabled, the system load is no greater than when displaying "normal" (gray) Windows elements.
The About window. will display information on the audio drivers and system settings. These details can be useful when contacting TerraTec support.
The mixer icon appears in the Windows system tray (in the lower right corner, next to the clock) whenever the ControlPanel has been loaded. Right-clicking the icon offers direct access to a number of functions that are also available from the Panel itself please see the sections above for further information. Quit. or Alt+F4. Done. Finished. Basta. Outtahere. Thassall, folks. Hide/Show minimizes or maximizes the ControlPanel.

Emagic MicroLogic Fun.

With Emagics Logic, we're proud to present one of the most successful - and in its current version, even more powerful - audio/MIDI sequencers as a part of our package. For the few of you that don't know this application which enjoys worldwide popularity: Logic supports the recording and convenient editing of MIDI and audio files. Among its many features, Logic offers you a musical notation view, a range of MIDI and audio editors, and the integration of videos for dubbing purposes. Support for the DMX 6fire 24/96 ASIO drivers is new in this version, as well as the ability to create custom driver combinations for MicroLogic using the Logic Audio Device Setup Manager (this is particularly useful when using multiple DMX 6fire 24/96 or other TerraTec cards with EWS/EWX technology in a single computer).
Please note that MicroLogic Fun is currently only supported by Windows 98SE and Windows ME. For a detailed description of the application, please see the online documentation.

The HOTSTUFF folder.

We've put together quite a collection of additional programs, tools and files on the SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 CD-ROM. This folder is definitely worth a closer look.
Many of the programs in the folder are shareware. Please support the shareware principle and pay the authors for the programs you enjoy and use regularly. Thank you.

Practice.

Connecting and recording from a turntable.
A brief introduction for our younger readers: A "record" is a black, rotating vinyl disk. In the final years of the 20th century, records were used almost exclusively by so-called "DJs" in discotheques. ;-)
The archival or restoration of vinyl or shellac records is an extremely hip activity at the moment. With the SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96, you're well-equipped to make highquality audio recordings. Well equipped? More like perfectly equipped! You can take any reasonably modern turntable with a moving-magnet pickup system and connect it directly to the SoundSystem without going through your hifi system or using a separate amplifier. The phono preamp required for clean reproduction is integrated in the DMX front module, while the system supports RIAAcompliant signal filtering. We've also included Algorithmix Sound Laundry TerraTec Edition in the DMX 6fire 24/96 package, a professional application for the restoration of "dusty" recordings, and editing long sound files is child's play with WaveLab 2.0 Lite.
Plug your turntable into the "Phono" RCA sockets of the front module. If your turntable has a ground wire, simply connect it to one of the retaining screws on the cover of your PC's case. Next, find your favorite record and you're ready to go. Meanwhile, let's have a closer look at the DMX 6fire ControlPanel:

RIAA filtering.

Perhaps you've accidentally connected your turntable to the wrong input of your hi-fi amplifier at one time or another. You probably noticed that the signal was not only very quiet, but also distorted. The reason: as the deflection of the needle is limited to specific range, high frequencies (= low amplitude) are amplified and low frequencies (= high amplitude) are weakened on the record. The signal from the pickup must therefore be processed (filtered) before it can be used. The Recording Industry Association of America (RIAA) has defined a standard for the changes to the frequency ranges to ensure that all records can be played using the same filtering.

Shielding.

Due to the relatively low output levels that even moving-magnet systems achieve (MM approx. 2-5 mV, MC approx. 0.1-0.4 mV), a certain amount of protection has to be provided against external sources of noise. For example, using an overly simple power supply design can result in unpleasant AC hum. Unfortunately, the mounting number of electronic devices in an average household means an increasing amount of electromagnetic interference. While these waves are very weak, they can still interfere with the signal from the pickup, which is also very weak, as mentioned above. This problem can be dealt with by carefully shielding the amplifier, as is the case with the metal front module of the SoundSystem. The ground wire of your turntable, if present, also fits in with this topic. This wire establishes an electrical connection between the turntable and the shielding to help prevent AC hum.

Recording.

It's important to set the level of the phono input signal correctly to make use of the full dynamic range of your sound card's input converter. Play the record of which you would like to make a recording and keep an eye on the level of the VU meter in the DMX 6fire 24/96 ControlPanel. Use the GAIN control to adjust the level so that the yellow LED flashes occasionally. If the red LED flashes, the signal will be clipped. The optimal level is just below the 0 dB limit. Unlike recordings that you may have made in the past with a tape deck, digital recordings must never exceed the maximum level. In the analog world this might have passed for a desirable "tape saturation" effect, but with digital recording technology it leads to clearly audible distortion which is virtually impossible to "repair".

The recording's finished: now what?
Now that you've made the recording with your sound card and a suitable program such as WaveLab Lite, you will probably want to edit them at the digital level. "Sound Laundry TerraTec Edition" is included in the software package of the sound card. It's a powerful tool for the restoration of old records, yet it's intuitive and easy to use. If you'd like to use a different application to edit your recording, it should include at least the following functions: declicking, de-cracking, and de-noising. Some programs offer additional functions such as the broadening of the stereo image (this is rather restricted on vinyl records in comparison to CDs) and equalizers with which you can freshen up the sound quality or add a bit of punch. However, please remember that less is generally more, and that too much tinkering can destroy the authentic sound of the original recording. If you've recorded the complete sides of an LP from beginning to end, you may want to cut the recordings up into individual tracks using WaveLab or Feurio(TM) which you can find in the HOTSTUFF folder of the CD. Finally, you can burn your recordings onto a CD with your CD mastering software.
The digital interfaces of the DMX 6fire 24/96.
Devices that send or receive the S/PDIF protocol can be connected to the optical and coaxial digital interfaces of the DMX 6fire 24/96. These include DAT and MiniDisc recorders, for example. The interface supports the bit-true transfer of digital signals in all relevant resolutions. In addition, it supports raw data streams such as those used by Dolby's AC3.
Connections and ControlPanel settings. Use the digital interface of your DMX 6fire to transfer music digitally from your computer to other devices, or to record audio data with your PC. One socket each is available to connect optical waveguides (optical fiber) or coaxial cables for recording and playback. As a rule, the devices to be connected will have one input and output socket (IN and OUT) each. Optical OUT sockets can be identified in addition to the label - by the red light visible inside them. Simply connect the S/PDIF input of the DMX 6fire 24/96 with the S/PDIF output of the desired device - and vice versa, if required. The initial level of a signal being sent to the card from an external device can be set in the ControlPanel using the "Digital In" control. Please note: this control has no effect on the signal strength (input sensitivity) of a recording. A digital level is always as it was originally recorded. To change the volume of such a recording, use a program such as WaveLab 2.0 Lite. The Settings page of the DMX ControlPanel lets you choose from a variety of sources for digital audio output. The following source settings are available in the "Digital Out" field:

Mix issues the same signal via S/PDIF as is available at the analog output (Front). Wave Playback delivers the signal output of a software application directly to the digital output. Digital In sends the signal applied to the digital input directly to the digital output. In addition, the following parameters can be selected in all three positions: Copyright adds a copy-protection ID to the signal or filters it out when deactivating copy protection. This function sets the so-called "copy protection bit" which ensures that no digital copies can be made of the signal.
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Original activates the so-called "generation bit", permitting exactly one digital copy to be made. Disabling this function sets the bit to 0 you can then copy to your heart's content. Non-Audio adds information to the data stream that indicates that control information (such as channel assignments) is being transferred in addition to the audio information. Activate the Non-Audio mode when transferring AC3 or DTS audio signals from a software DVD player to an external decoder.
Always right on time digital synchronization. When recording via the S/PDIF interface, ensure that the so-called sample frequency (clock) of the card is synchronized with the source device. To guarantee the correct synchronization of the devices, set the MasterClock in the ControlPanel to "External".
If you forget this step, audible errors such as dropouts and clicks may occur during recording and already when monitoring the signal. Naturally, you should also pay attention to the settings of your periphery in the reverse situation (synchronizing an external device with the DMX 6fire 24/96). In that case, set the ControlPanel to "Internal", as it also would be when you are not using external digital devices. If the devices are to be permanently connected to one another in both directions, you must decide which device will provide the clock signal.
Dolby AC3 and DTS. It is also possible to use the interfaces independently of the S/PDIF standard. Various manufacturers of software DVD players support the playback of DVD audio material via the DMX 6fire 24/96. Signals in Dolby AC3 or DTS format can therefore also be transferred using the digital interfaces.

Stuff worth knowing.

The Ultimate Sound Experience for DVD, Games and Music!
Demanding users will experience an awesome sound experience, when using the DMX 6fire 24/96 Sound System: 6-channel audio reproduction in excellent 24 bit quality, advanced connection options on the computer's front side and full compatibility to audio standards of games, DVD entertainment and music.
Based on the successful EWX/EWS88 technology, DMX 6fire 24/96 uses only the best in sound technology: 24 bit/96 kHz transducer components for all inputs and outputs guarantee a straight frequency response and a signal-to-noise ratio beyond-100db!
The bundled 5 front module offers audiophile options to sound enthusiasts. In addition to stereo inputs and outputs for analogue and digital devices (optical and coaxial), there are plugs for MIDI instruments, headphone and microphone. Furthermore, a direct connection of tape deck and record player is also possible and the supplied power pack of phono amplifier and professional software enables you to polish your oldest records with the finest digital sound!
Gamers will also be amazed when seeing the range of compatibility. Fast DirectSound, EAX, A3D, Sensaura 3D or MacroFX are just a few of the favourite standards supported. The seamless connectivity with DVD players, AC3- and DTS reproduction via the digital interface, as well as the full support of current Windows operating systems from 98SE to XP with WDM drivers, is also a big advantage. For an easy start, the package includes various applications from DVD player to audio editors and virtual sound studio; it offers everything you can dream of.
TerraTecs SoundSystem DMX 6fire24/96 the complete sound package that beats all existing standards.
Reliable Sound TerraTec products ensure that crystal clear 24bit sound quality really gets beyond the cinch plug with high quality components and consequent renunciation of incomplete format conversions and a basic technology which lives up to the commercial promises. Don't let creative packages fool you, because only studio technology can provide studio sound.
SoundSystem DMX 6fire 24/96 11/2001- page 1 / 2 All company names and trademarks are registered trademarks and brand names of their respective owners. 1994 - 2001 TerraTec Electronic GmbH

Technical Details:

PCI-board 3 analog stereo outputs (3,5 mm jack) 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog stereo input (3,5 mm jack) 24 bit/96 kHz 2 analog CD-Audio outputs (Molex, On-Board) 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog AUX input (Molex, On-Board) 24 bit/96 kHz 1 digital CD-Audio TTL input (Molex, On-Board) 1 analog stereo input (Cinch) on front module - 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog stereo output (Cinch) on front module - 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog stereo phono (MM, 6 mV ) input (Cinch) on front module- 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog mono microphone input (6,3 mm jack) on front module 24 bit/96 kHz 1 analog stereo headphone output (6,3 mm jack) on front module 24 bit/96 kHz 1 digital stereo in- and output (TOS-Link, optical) on front module 24 bit/96 kHz 1 digital stereo in- and output (Cinch, coaxial) on front module 24 bit/96 kHz 1 MIDI in- and output (5-pin DIN) on front module Control range of : 9 mV 500 mV Output power of headphone output : 60 mW Bus master transfer supports 24 bit 4 byte mode (32bit) Simultaneous recording and playback of all channels with up to 24 bit/96 kHz 24 bit/96 kHz AD converters with 100 dB dynamical range (S/NR)* 24 bit/96 kHz DA converters with 110 dB dynamical range (S/NR)* 24 bit/96 kHz stereo digital input (S/PDIF with up to 24 bit/96 kHz) 24 bit/96 kHz stereo digital output (S/PDIF with up to 24 bit/96 kHz) Digital input may also be used for digital audio output of an internal CD-Rom drive (TTL) Input control of AD converters with +18 dB increment in 0,5 dB steps Hardware with internal resolution of 36 bit VU-meter in control panel (hardware based) None-Audio mode for transmission of AC3 and DTS streams via digital interface Bundlesoftware Cyberlink 6-channel Power DVD Algorithmix Sound Laundry TerraTec Edition Steinberg WaveLab Lite Vers. 2.0 Musicmatch Jukebox Emagic MicroLogic FUN
System Requirements Pentium II 450 or higher VGA graphic card, 800 x 600 / 256 colours 128 MB RAM Windows 98SE/ME/2000 or Windows XP
System Recommendation Intel Pentium III 1 GHz, Celeron 900 MHz or AMD K7 Athlon 1 GHz ULTRA DMA or SCSI Controller VGA graphic card, 1024x768 / HiColor 256 MB RAM

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Art.No.: EAN-Code: Warranty:

24 month

Software WDM driver for Windows 98SE/ ME/2000 and Windows XP supports ASIO 2.0 WDM Kernel Streaming (e.g. for Sonar ) MME- and DirectSound DirectSound 3D, Sensaura 3D, A3D 1.0/2.0 and EAX 1.0/2.0 as well as Macro FX** ControlPanel for Windows 98SE/ME/2000 and Windows XP
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