Hertz S8 DSP Ultra Compact Digital Processor

Brand: Hertz | SKU: S8 DSP | UPC: 8018823136709

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Hertz S8 DSP Ultra Compact Digital Processor

Sale price
$399.99
Regular price
$450

The ultra-compact S8 DSP is the perfect solution for integrating any OEM source into your audio upgrade project for cars, motorcycles, and boats! S8 DSP is a distilled essence of technology at the service of the highest audio quality in a corrosion-free case cast in metal and composite materials.

S8 DSP processes the audio signal with 96 kHz / 24-bit resolution and has obtained the Hi-Res certification from the JAS (Japan Audio Society), an acknowledgment that certifies the extreme level of audio performance achieved.

The powerful 32-bit DSP manages 6 high/low-level analog input channels, one digital coaxial input, and 8 output channels, offering maximum freedom of configuration to the specialist. The SPDIF coaxial input is ideal for digital connection with a Hi-Res player, a solution that allows for maximum listening quality. For each of the eight output channels we have a level control, the 15-pole parametric equalizer, time delays, and crossover filter available. The 7-band parametric equalizer of the input signal allows obtaining a flat response from OEM sources, which often have an exaggerated emphasis on the low frequency.

Specs

General Specifications
POWER SUPPLY    
Nominal Power supply voltage / fuse:    7 ÷ 20 VDC / 1A
Pulse operating voltage:    5 ÷ 24 VDC
Idling current:    0.34 A
OFF current (ART= OFF):    <80 uA
OFF current (ART= ON):    <80 uA
Remote IN    6 ÷ 20 VDC (10 mA)
Remote OUT    4 ÷ 20 VDC (150 mA)
ART - Automatic Remote Turn on/off from BTL speaker outputs (selectable):    1.5 ÷ 7 VDC

Output Stage
Analog outputs (rca)    8 channels
Max output level (rms) @ 0.05% THD    4V
Analog outputs management    The DSP controls each output channel: gain, crossover, EQ, delay, polarity
Bandwidth    10Hz – 40KHz (+/-3db)
Signal to noise ratio (A weighted)    105dBA (Analog Input) 112dBA (Digital Input)
THD+N (@ 1Vrms out, @ 1Khz)    <0.005%
Crosstalk (channel separation) @ 1KHz    >95dBA

Input Stage
Analog low level Inputs    6 ch. (Differential input) (Molex microfit to RCAs)
Analog high level Inputs    6 ch. (Differential input) (Molex microfit to tripped ends) + USS (Universal Speakers Simulator)
Digital inputs    Yes (Coaxial SPDIF; up to 24bit 96KHz) (Molex microfit to RCA)
Input sensitivity (low level)    0.8V – 6V RMS
Input sensitivity (high level)    2.5V – 21V RMS
Analog inputs management    Audio input routing matrix type
Analog inputs eq    7 bands paragraphic for each input channel
ART    Automatic Remote Turn-On/Off with Speaker-In

Digital Signal Processor
Sample rate    96KHz
Bit depth    24
Output equalizer    15 bands per channel w/ adjustable Q and Frequency
Equalizer resolution    1/10th dB per step +12dB / -12dB
Time alignment (distance)    0 ÷ 468.4 cm / 0 ÷ 184.4 inches
Time alignment (time)    0 ÷ 13.5ms
Time alignment (step)    0,08 ms; 2,8 cm / 1.1 inch
Time alignment (fine set)    0,02 ms; 0,7 cm / 0.27 inch
Crossovers    AP/HP/LP/BP all channels
Crossover type    Butterworth, Linkwitz-Riley, Bessel (All Channels)
Crossover slope    From 6dB/oct. until 30dB/oct. (6dB step)
Crossover steps    120 steps 20Hz-20KHz
Mute function    Each channel individually, or all channels.
Presets    4 presets
Presets selection    2 specific wires to control the 4 presets selection by external switches.
Input selection by wire    One specific wire to select the desired input between Analog or Digital.
Audio signal compressor on output stage    Yes (enable/disable)
DSP chipset    Analog Device: ADAU1451
DSP management by bt app (iOS/ Android)    1. CONFIGURATOR mode Mainly it’ll allow the DSP tuning. You can manage every DSP function through your smartphone/ tablet/PC/MAC. 2. DRC mode The BT device becomes a remote control by using the dedicated app with a simple graphical user interface. Manage volume level, SUB level, select different setup files, upload a new setup file.
Setup file sharing via bt    Upload a setup file via BT through the BT APP when in “Configurator” or “DRC” mode.
DSP management by pc / mac / ios / android    Microsoft Windows (32/64 bit): Windows 10 (USB and BT BLE) Windows 11 (USB and BT BLE) Mac Os: 10.13 Hight Sierra or later (USB and BT BLE)

Physical Specs
Max size W x H x D (mm/inch)    130 x 33.8 x 88,3 / 5.11 x 1.44 x 3.47
Weight (kg/lbs)    0,66 / 1.45

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