The SymNet 8x8 DSP is the original model in the SymLink series of network audio processors. It is one of the hardware devices used to execute system designs created in SymNet Designer software. Up to sixteen 8x8 DSPs or other SymLink hardware models can be networked together in a ring topology via the low-latency, 64-channel SymLink Bus to provide high channel-count processing systems for use in convention centers, arenas, university and corporate campuses, large houses of worship, theaters, hotels, and casinos.
Powered by four Analog Devices SHARC® processors, the 8x8 DSP delivers pristine audio through eight (8) mic/line-selectable analog in-puts (with independent 48 VDC phantom power per channel) and eight (8) line-level analog outputs. Coupled with a comprehensive external control connectivity scheme, this device is a very powerful tool for the modern system designer or integrator made evident by the number of audio professionals around the globe who stake their reputations on SymNet 8x8 DSP hardware every day.
The power and flexibility offered by the SymLink Bus cannot be overlooked. The sharing of digital audio and control at an average
latency of 80 microseconds between hardware devices opens vistas in applications and system capabilities not offered by other systems. 64 configurable digital audio bus channels can be used and reused across multiple devices in a ring to far exceed 64 channels of system I/O.
External control options are plentiful. The 8x8 DSP supports RS-232 control systems, the complete line of ARC Wall Panels, other RS-485 control devices, a full compliment of analog control inputs, and an as-sortment of binary and relay outputs. The rear panel RS-232 port can issue text string commands to compatible third-party devices such as projectors, negating the need for additional external control hardware in some cases.