Overview
Symetrix Jupiter 8 Hardware DSP Processor
- An Innovative and Unique Approach to DSP
- Turn-key Designs Cover a Wide Range of Applications
- 85 Downloadable Apps
- Near Zero Programming Time for Rapid Deployment
Innovative and Unique. Jupiter packages powerful DSP into a zero learning curve, turn-key family of audio processors. Standing on the shoulders of Symetrix’ world-class open architecture DSP platforms, Jupiter upholds our commitment to pristine sound.
Audio Input/Output Configurations. Jupiter 8 (8 in, 8 out)
High Feature to Cost Ratio. Near zero programming time slashes installation costs.
85 Turn-key Apps. Categories include mixing and routing, public address / distribution, sound reinforcement, special purpose DSP. Signal routings, whether simple or complex, are fully tested and ready to go right out of the box.
Control Made Easy. Multiple control options include low-cost Symetrix ARC wall panels and an easy to generate SymVue Windows virtual GUI. The human readable Composer Control Protocol supports programming of third-party touch screens and control devices.
An Embedded Web Server for Even More Control. Jupiter’s embedded web server hosts ARC-WEB – a browser-based interface for smart phones, tablets, and computers.
Incredible Sound. An abundance of DSP resources power apps that are packed with features like dynamics, EQ, FIR filters, feedback fighters, loudspeaker management, automixing, and matrixing.
Help is built in. The software connection wizard provides fast and easy IP linking to the DSP hardware.
Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz, +/- 0.5 dB |
| Dynamic Range | > 110 dB (A-Weighted), input to output. |
| Interchannel Crosstalk | < -90 dB @ 1 kHz, typical |
| Latency | < 1.6 ms, input to output with all DSP inactive. |
| Sampling Rate | 48 kHz |
| THD + Noise | < -85 dB (un-weighted); 1 kHz @ +22 dBu with 0 dB gain. |
Jupiter 8 Analog Inputs and Outputs
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Analog Input Trim | +/- 24 dB |
| CMRR | > 50 dB @ 1 kHz, unity gain |
| Number of Analog Inputs | Eight (8) switchable balanced mic or line level |
| Analog Input Connectors | 3.81 mm terminal blocks |
| Nominal Analog Input Level | +4 dBu line or -36 dBu mic level (software selectable) with 20 dB of headroom. |
| Analog Input Maximum Level | +23 dBu |
| Analog Mic Pre-amp Gain | +40 dB |
| Analog Mic Pre-amp EIN | < -125 dBu, 22 Hz - 22 kHz, 100 Ohms source impedance |
| Analog Input Impedance | > 18 k Ohms balanced, > 9 k Ohms unbalanced, > 2 k Ohms with phantom power engaged. |
| Analog Phantom Power (per input) | +20 VDC, 20 mA maximum per input |
| Number of Analog Outputs | Eight (8) line level |
| Analog Output Connectors | 3.81 mm terminal blocks |
| Nominal Analog Output Level | +4 dBu line level with 20 dB of headroom. For unbalanced analog output, do not connect the minus output terminal. Unbalanced configuration results in 6 dB lower output level. |
| Analog Output Level Maximum | +24 dBu |
| Analog Output Impedance | 200 Ohms balanced, 100 Ohms unbalanced |
Architect and Engineer Specifications
The device shall provide twelve, eight or four inputs (Jupiter 12, 8 or 4 respectively) that are selectable as line or mic level with phantom power and four, eight or four (Jupiter 12, 8 or 4 respectively) line level outputs. All signal processing, mixing and routing functions (including input gains) shall be controllable via software. Audio inputs and outputs shall be accessed via rear panel 3.81 mm terminal block connectors.
The Graphical User Interface (GUI) software shall be installer programmable using the Windows® XP or higher operating system. Computer connection and control shall be via the device’s rear panel Ethernet connector. The GUI shall provide the management of apps, device files and display and control of all signal processing and configuration functions including, but not limited to: Input and Output Gain • Highpass Filtering • Lowpass Filtering • FIR Filters • Crossovers • Parametric Equalization • Graphic Equalization • Expansion • De-Essing • Compression • Limiting • Automatic Gain Control • Ambient Noise Compensation • Feedback Elimination • Automatic Mixing • Priority Mixing • Signal Routing • Delay • Polarity.
The front panel shall include input and output signal level indicators as well as indicators for POWER, NETWORK, and ARC.
External control shall include preset selection as well as I/O level control and muting, and shall be via industry-standard CAT5 cable with RJ45 connectors using the optional ARC wall panel remote controls. All program memory shall be non-volatile and provide program security should power fail. The device shall provide an on board real time clock to facilitate automatic, timed changing of presets. Third-party control systems may interface over IP using a published ASCII control protocol.
Audio conversion shall be 24-bit, 48 kHz. The dynamic range of the processor shall not be lower than 110 dB A-weighted.
The device shall have a captive power input socket for an external 24 VDC supply. The device shall meet UL/CSA and CE safety requirements and comply with CE and FCC Part 15 emissions limits. The device shall be RoHS compliant. The chassis shall be constructed of cold rolled steel and moulded plastic, and mount into a standard 19” 1U EIA rack. The device shall be a Symetrix Jupiter model 4, 8 or 12.
