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Art DIGITAL MPA User Manual

Art DIGITAL MPA
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ART Digital MPA™ Microphone Preamplifier
TABLE OF CONTENTS
Introduction ............................................................................................ 3
Introduction .......................................................................................... 3
Features............................................................................................... 3
Front Panel Controls .............................................................................. 4
Input Gain Control ............................................................................... 4
Input Impedance Control ................................................................. 4-5
Analog Output Control ......................................................................... 5
HPF Control ........................................................................................ 5
Gain Switch ......................................................................................... 5
Phantom Switch ................................................................................... 5
Phase Switch ...................................................................................... 5
Plate Voltage Switch......................................................................... 5-6
Meter Switch........................................................................................ 6
Digital Section Controls ........................................................................ 6
Digital Level Control ............................................................................ 6
Dither Switch ....................................................................................... 6
Sample Rate Control ........................................................................... 7
Optical Switch...................................................................................... 8
Front Panel Connections......................................................................... 8
Instrument Inputs................................................................................. 8
Rear Panel Connections......................................................................... 8
Balanced Inputs................................................................................... 8
Balanced Outputs ............................................................................... 8
Insert Jacks ......................................................................................... 9
Word Clock Jacks................................................................................. 9
ADAT Input .......................................................................................... 9
Optical Output....................................................................................... 9
S/PDIF Output ..................................................................................... 9
AES/EBU Output .................................................................................. 9
Signal Path Flow ................................................................................... 10
Signal Path Flow Diagram .................................................................. 10
Operating Instructions ......................................................................... 10
Obtaining the best noise performance............................................... 10
Adjusting the input impedance...................................................... 10-11
Obtaining the perfect digital level setting ........................................... 11
Setting the tube plate voltage ............................................................ 11
Warranty Information ........................................................................... 12
Service .................................................................................................. 12
Specifications ....................................................................................... 13
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Art DIGITAL MPA Specifications

Frequency Response IconFrequency Response
frequency response at normal plate voltage15Hz to 48 kHz (+0, -1dB)
frequency response at high plate voltage15Hz to 120 kHz (+0, -1dB)
A/D frequency response at 44.1KHz sample rate10Hz to 21.25KHz (+0, -1dB)
A/D frequency response at 88.2KHz sample rate10Hz to 42.50KHz (+0, -1dB)
A/D frequency response at 196KHz sample rate10Hz to 81KHz (+0, -1dB)
Dynamic Range and Gain IconDynamic Range and Gain
dynamic range>110dB (“A” weighted)
A/D dynamic range>115dB “A” weighted (typ.)
maximum gain75dB
Distortion and Noise IconDistortion and Noise
THD<0.005% (typical)
A/D THD<0.001% @1K (typ.)
equivalent input noise-133dBu (XLR, “A” weighted)
Input and Output Levels IconInput and Output Levels
maximum input level+20dBu (cannon)
maximum instrument input+17dBu
maximum output level+27dBu (XLR)
Impedance IconImpedance
input impedance150-3000 Ohms adjustable (XLR) >800K Ohms (Instrument)
output impedance< 47 Ohms (XLR)
A/D insert input impedance>10K Ohms
Power Requirements IconPower Requirements
power requirements100-125 VAC, 25W
high pass filtersingle pole, 10-200 Hz adjustable
meter calibration0 VU = +4dBu output
Weight and Dimensions IconWeight and Dimensions
dimensions6.5” D x 19.0” W x 3.5” H
weight12 Lb.

Summary

Front Panel Controls

Input Gain Control

Control for input signal level before tube gain, adjustable from 0dB to 45dB.

Input Impedance Control

Controls Mic/line input amplifier impedance for variable microphone voicing.

Analog Output Control

Adjusts output signal level at rear output jacks, from +10dB gain to mute.

HPF Control

Single tuned High Pass Filter to remove low frequencies, adjustable from 10 Hz to 200 Hz.

Gain Switch

Provides an additional 20dB gain and drives the tube harder for more character.

Phantom Switch

Turns phantom power (48V) on/off for condenser microphones and other devices.

Phase Switch

Inverts the phase of the audio signal path in either channel for phase alignment.

Plate Voltage Switch

Sets tube bias point and plate voltage, affecting headroom and tube saturation characteristics.

Meter Switch

Allows analog meters to monitor output signal or tube output level.

Digital Section Front Panel Controls

Digital Level Control

Adjusts levels driving the A/D converter, variable from +10dB to -∞.

Dither Switch

Adds dither component to improve sound quality when truncating 24-bit to 16-bit data.

Sample Rate Control

Determines output sample rate and digital data format (AES/EBU or S/PDIF).

Optical Switch

Selects digital output format for the optical jack (ADAT or S/PDIF).

Front Panel Connections

Instrument Inputs

1/4" jacks on the front panel for instrument input, with high impedance (>1M Ohm).

Rear Panel Connections

Balanced Inputs

XLR connectors for balanced inputs, with variable impedance (150-3000 Ohms).

Balanced Outputs

Active balanced outputs on 1/4" and XLR connectors, offering low impedance.

Insert Jacks

Jacks for audio processing before A/D conversion, wired Tip=Input, Ring=Output.

Wordclock Jacks

BNC connectors for Wordclock input, accepting 5V logic level signals for timing.

ADAT Input

Optical connector for ADAT timing sync and data source for channels 3-8.

Optical Output

Selects data source for the optical jack, outputting ADAT or S/PDIF.

S/PDIF Output

Coax connector for consumer/pro equipment, 75 Ohm impedance.

AES/EBU Output

Cannon connector with 5V p-p signal and 110 Ohm impedance.

DMPA Operating Instructions

Obtaining the Best Noise Performance

Procedure for setting input gain and levels for optimal noise performance and dynamic range.

Adjusting the Input Impedance

Fine-tuning microphone voicing by adjusting the input impedance for desired interaction.

Obtaining the Perfect Digital Level Setting

Guide for setting digital level control and input gain for optimal A/D conversion and headroom.

Setting the Tube Plate Voltage

Selecting between "Warm" and "High" plate voltage settings for different tube characteristics.

Warranty and Service Information

Limited Warranty

Outlines the five-year warranty, coverage, and terms for product defects.

Exclusions

Details conditions under which the warranty is void, such as misuse or alterations.

Service Procedures

Instructions for troubleshooting, contacting support, and returning the unit for repair.

DMPA Specifications

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