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Lynx Hilo 2 Reference A/D D/A USB Converter System  From Lynx

2-in/6-out AD/DA Converter with LT-USB LSlot Expansion Card - Mac/PC

Lynx Studio Technology

$3,599.00

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Manufacturer's Description from Lynx

The Lynx Studio Technology Hilo 2 Reference AD/DA Converter with USB is designed for professionals who require the highest audio quality for mixing, mastering, or location sound. A true all-in-one device, Hilo 2 features two channels of superior AD conversion, up to six channels of DA conversion, a secondary monitor output, and a world-class independent headphone amplifier, all within a compact half-rack size.

Hilo 2 offers a variety of digital I/O options, including stereo AES/EBU, stereo coaxial S/PDIF, and stereo optical S/PDIF (switchable to 8-channel ADAT). Built-in metering and analysis, and hyperflexible routing and monitoring control are all easily accessed, saved, and recalled via the large, color touchscreen.

This version of the Hilo 2 includes a preinstalled LT-USB LSlot USB interface card providing 16 channels of USB 2.0 communication to a host computer.

Hilo vs Hilo 2 Improvements
  • Upgraded conversion technology provides even more transparent performance thanks to reductions in both distortion and noise
  • The sample clock now features SynchroLock 2, ensuring faster locking and precise tracking of external clocks with 7ppm absolute accuracy
  • In-plane switching LCD with capacitive touch provides significant increase in brightness, uniform off-axis viewing, and improved touch responsiveness
  • Upgraded path to sample rates above 192 kHz and DSD on input and output
  • User-selectable linear and minimum-phase filters on line I/O
Key Features
  • Pristine, independently coupled 2 in / 6 out, AD/DA conversion with digital expansion up to 16x16
  • Lynx’s class-leading transparent audio quality
  • 2 x XLR balanced analog line I/O
  • 2 x 1/4" balanced monitor outputs
  • AES/EBU, coaxial S/PDIF, optical S/PDIF (switchable to 8-channel ADAT)
  • Unique touchscreen interface
  • Independent headphone output
  • Forever upgradable through Lynx's free firmware updates
  • Future-proof LSlot design with swappable USB, Thunderbolt, and DANTE cards
  • Real-time meters and analysis tools, hyperflexible routing and monitor control
  • Powered by mains or 9-18 VDC battery packs for location recording
  • Lightweight, portable design—half-rack, 2 RU
Preinstalled LT-USB LSlot USB Interface Card
  • The LT-USB provides up to 16 digital USB input and output channels at up to 96 kHz, and 8 channels at 192 kHz to Windows and Mac computers using USB 2.0 ports
Metering
  • Hilo displays real-time, accurate metering and analysis. Dual horizontal, VU analog, all I/O and spectrum analysis cover all tasks
Flexible Routing
  • Route anything, anywhere. Set independent input levels, channel modes, and mute states for each output. Then set unique level offsets for each output
Monitoring
  • One-to-one monitoring. Independently level-match your 4x4 selected sources, then globally control with the master volume
Settings
  • No need for extra computer software, change any setting directly on Hilo, such as sample rate, clock source, or trims
Scenes
  • Device-wide settings recall. Save custom scenes for different tasks and switch through them in a click
Hilo Remote App
  • Hilo Remote is a free Windows/Mac application from Lynx that allows extensive control, monitoring, and visual reference when using Hilo 2
  • Hilo Remote on the iPad can operate in “wired” mode to a Hilo USB using the appropriate Apple Camera Kit (available separately) or by Wi-Fi to a Hilo USB or Hilo Thunderbolt connected to your computer using LynxRedirector, a free application available from Lynx
Applications
  • Mastering with an analog chain
  • Mixing with multiple speakers
  • Location sound recording
  • Voice recording and overdubbing
  • Audiophile listening
  • Archiving
Lynx Studio Technology

About Manufacturer

Lynx Studio Technology, Inc. is a debt-free, privately held corporation that designs and manufactures professional, computer related audio products. The company was formed by a team of engineers previously associated with industry-leading digital audio companies with the goal of utilizing cutting-edge technology to create the highest quality products at a good value to the customer. The Lynx team is focused on "linking" the professional audio world with computers by utilizing their many years of experience in both hardware design and device driver coding. This complementary expertise is borne out in reliable products that not only have great specifications, but are also shipped with extremely stable and well-tested drivers. Support for Windows 95/98/ME/NT/2000/XP and Macintosh platforms are standard for most products. With the ability to support multiple platforms, buses, and operating systems Lynx plans to supply products to a variety of audio markets and applications such as audio production, delivery, and testing for recording studios, project studios, post production studios, home studios, and live concert settings. Lynx supports the retail market with a standard product line through its dealers and distributors. Lynx also supports OEM?s for larger quantities and custom designs. For information regarding retail and OEM sales please contact us at:

Specifications

Analog Performance

Line in L/R

  • THD+N: -117 dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
  • Dynamic range: 122 dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
  • Frequency response: ±0.04 dB, 20 – 20kHz
  • Crosstalk: -143 dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
  • Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
  • Input Impedance: 200k ohms balanced, 100k ohms unbalanced
  • Female XLR connectors

Line out L/R

  • THD+N: -120 dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter, +22dBu trim
  • Dynamic range: 127 dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
  • Frequency response: ± 0.03 dB, 20 – 20kHz
  • Crosstalk: -143 dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
  • Full-scale trim settings: +0dBV, +2dBV, +4dBV, +6dBV, +18dBu, +20dBu, +22dBu, +24dBu
  • Output Impedance: 100 ohms balanced; 50 ohms unbalanced
  • Male XLR connectors

Monitor out L/R

  • THD+N: -107dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter
  • Dynamic range: 121dB, A- weighted, -60dBFS signal method
  • Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
  • Crosstalk: -130 dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
  • Output level at max: +24dBu or +10dBu, jumper selectable
  • Output Impedance: 100 ohms balanced; 50 ohms unbalanced
  • 1/4" TRS connectors

Headphone out

  • THD+N: -107dB @1kHz, -1dBFS, 20kHz filter
  • Dynamic range: 121dB, A-weighted, -60dBFS signal method
  • Frequency response: ±0.02dB, 20-20kHz
  • Crosstalk: -130dB maximum @ 1kHz, -1dBFS signal
  • Output level at max: +19dBu
  • Output Impedance: 0.6 ohms
  • 1/4” headphone jack

Digital I/O

AES/EBU:

  • transformer-coupled on XLR connectors

S/PDIF I/O coax:

  • transformer-coupled on RCA jacks

S/PDIF I/O optical:

  • on optical connectors

ADAT I/O:

  • 8 channels at 48 kHz when selected on optical connectors

Other

Sample Rates

  • All standard rates up to 192 kHz using SynchroLock 2 sample clock generator with better than 7ppm accuracy.

Synchronization Sources

  • Internal
  • External word clock I/O: 75ohm TTL signal on BNC connectors AES/EBU or S/PDIF inputs

Computer Connectivity

  • Windows 64-bit drivers provided by Lynx
  • Macintosh macOS USB drivers provided by Apple
  • Macintosh macOS Thunderbolt drivers provided by Lynx

LSlot™ Expansion Port

  • Supports Lynx LSlot expansion cards with up to 32 input and outputs simultaneously

LCD Display

  • 480 x 272 IPS TFT LCD with Capacitive Touch


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