Using the 888/24 I/O
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Using the 888/24 I/O
The 888/24 I/O
™
is an 8-channel digital au-
dio interface that features 24-bit analog-to-
digital, and 24-bit digital-to-analog con-
verters for superior dynamic range, reduced
noise floor, and the capability to work with
the full 24-bit mixing, editing, processing,
and mastering environment of Pro Tools.
The 888/24 I/O can be used in two ways:
◆
As a 24-bit Audio Interface for Pro Tools
◆
As a stand-alone 24-bit audio converter
This User’s Guide explains the indicators
and connectors on the 888/24 I/O. It also
explains how to use it with a Digidesign
Pro Tools
®
system, or as an independent,
stand-alone 24-bit audio converter in your
studio.
☞
If you own a Pro Tools system, most of the
information in this guide is covered in your
Pro Tools TDM Hardware Installation Guide
.
The 888/24 I/O Interface
This section explains each of the connec-
tors and indicators on the front and back
panels of the 888/24 I/O Interface, how
they are used, and offers suggestions for
connecting the 888/24 I/O to your studio.
888/24 I/O Front Panel
The 888/24 I/O has the following front
panel indicators, moving from left to right:
1. Power
This switch applies power to the 888/24.
The “I” position is on. The “O” position is
off.
2. Sync Mode
The Sync Mode LEDs indicate which sam-
ple rate clock reference is currently used by
the analog-to-digital converters (ADCs)
and the digital-to-analog converters
(DACs).
Front panel of the 888/24 I/O
