HDSPe RayDat
72-Channel PCI Express Card with ADAT, SPDIF and AES I/O
A multi-channel, multi-format and multi-task tool in stunning professional quality, the ideal solution from recording up to the final mastering.
Connectivity and Features
4 x ADAT I/O
1 x SPDIF I/O
1 x AES/EBU I/O
2 x MIDI I/O
ARC USB
TotalMix FX
For the first time, even SPDIF (phono) and AES/EBU (XLR) are simultaneously operational due to separated hardware and record/playback devices. RayDAT offers no less than 4 x ADAT optical I/O, SPDIF I/O and AES/EBU I/O. That's a whopping 36 channels of inputs and outputs. On top, there are 2 MIDI I/Os and TotalMix, RME's unsurpassed DSP-based real-time mixer/router, with hardware-calculated level metering and complete MIDI remote capability. HDSPe RayDAT also supports the optional TCO for synchronization to timecode (LTC/video).
Internal ADAT inputs and outputs allow to add up to two TDIF ports directly inside the computer via RME's optional expansion boards.
HDSPe RayDAT is the newly developed PCI Express version of the HDSP 9652. A genuine PCI Express core consequently takes full advantage of the new format, achieving significant performance gains in multitrack audio. Thanks to RME's secure flash update technology, firmware improvements, adjustments, and bugfixes can be installed easily at any time.
The HDSPe RayDAT provides unique features:
- 4 x ADAT digital I/O, supporting 192 kHz via S/MUX4 operation
- 1 x SPDIF digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable
- 1 x AES/EBU digital I/O, 192 kHz-capable
- 2 x MIDI I/O, 32 channels high-speed MIDI via breakout cable
- Up to 36 inputs and 36 outputs can be used simultaneously!
- DIGICheck, RME's unique metering- and analysing tool
- TotalMix: 2592 channel mixer with 42 bit internal resolution
- Native PCI Express - no PCI to PCI Express bridge used
- S/MUX poured in hardware: 16 channels 24-bit/96kHz for record and playback on ADAT optical
- HDSPe RayDAT includes SteadyClockTM, RME's own clock technology, combining professional features like maximum
- jitter suppression at full varipitch capabilities and software controlled sample rates.
TotalMix FX - Mixing/Routing with superior features for Studio and Live Work
Since 2001 TotalMix added unlimited routing and mixing to RME‘s audio interfaces. Its unique capability to create as many independent submixes as output channels available turned it into the most flexible and powerful mixer of its kind.
DigiCheck - The Secret Weapon of High Resolution Audio Measurements
RME Audio interfaces not only provide you with a professional digital audio interface, but also with a free available software tool: DigiCheck, for metering, testing, measuring and analyzing digital audio streams.
Accessories
Word Clock Module (WCM)
Works with: HDSPe RayDAT, HDSPe AIO, HDSP 9632
The Word Clock Module (WCM) provides a galvanically isolated word clock input and two word clock outputs (BNC connectors). Both outputs have their own driver stages, providing an extremely low jitter signal. A push switch activates 75 Ohms termination for the hi-impedance input. SteadyClock, part of the PCI card, guarantees an excellent performance in all clock modes. Its highly efficient jitter suppression refreshes and cleans up any clock signal, and provides it as reference clock at the two outputs.
Installation is done in a convenient manner using the supplied bracket. No PCI slot on the motherboard is required. The module is internally connected via a 10-pin connector and a flat ribbon cable to the PCI card. Thanks to several LEDs (power, termination, LOCK) and the highly integrated concept of installation, first operation and usage are simple even for the inexperienced user.
More information could be found in the HDSP 9632 WCM manual.
TDIF Expansion: HDSPe RayDAT can provide up to two TDIF interfaces when using the TEB module (no longer available).
HDSP TCO Timecode Option Module adding further sync options:
1 x word clock I/O, 1 x video sync input (alternative to wc input), 1 x LTC I/O.
Accessories (included)
- Digital breakout cable, AES/EBU & SPDIF (BO968)
- MIDI breakout cable (BOHDSP9652MIDI)
Specs
HDSPe RayDAT
- Supported sample frequencies: Internally 32, 44.1, 48, 64, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz. Externally 28 kHz - 200 kHz.
- 8 buffer sizes/latencies available: 0.7 ms, 1.5 ms, 3 ms, 6 ms, 12 ms, 23 ms, 46 ms, 93 ms
- All settings changeable in realtime
- Automatic and intelligent master/slave clock control
- Enhanced Mixed mode: All inputs and outputs simultaneously operational
- Unsurpassed Bitclock PLL (audio synchronization) in ADAT mode
- TMS (Track Marker Support): Supports CD/DAT start-IDs and the read out of CD subcode
- DIGICheck, RME's ultimate measurement, analysis and test tool
- Unique status windows for record and playback, showing mode and sample
- Super low jitter design: < 1 ns in all clock modes
All specifications are subject to change without notice.
Drivers
HDSPe RayDAT
Updates HDSPe MADI to firmware version 33/210, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard to 20, RayDAT to 18/207, AES to 11/204, MADIface to 23, AIO to 14, AIO Pro to 23/108.
Now also includes the DriverKit firmware versions:
HDSPe MADI to firmware version 35/216, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard to 21, RayDAT to 20/210, AES to 13/207, MADIface to 24, AIO to 201, AIO Pro to 26/110.
Updates HDSPe MADI card to firmware version 33/210, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard card to 20, RayDAT to 18/207, AES to 11/204, MADIface to 23, AIO to 14, AIO Pro to 23. Windows XP SP2 / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11. Supports all HDSPe cards/systems! Now also includes DriverKit compatible firmware versions.
Version 4.25, for macOS 11 and up. Supports Intel and Mx. See readme for installation notes.
Updates HDSPe MADI to firmware version 33/210, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard to 20, RayDAT to 18/207, AES to 11/204, MADIface to 23, AIO to 14, AIO Pro to 23/108.
Now also includes the DriverKit firmware versions:
HDSPe MADI to firmware version 35/216, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard to 21, RayDAT to 20/210, AES to 13/207, MADIface to 24, AIO to 201, AIO Pro to 26/110.
Supports 10.9 up to 10.15. See readme.txt for important notes! Version 4.17. Also supports HDSPe PCI Card and ExpressCard with Digiface, Multiface and RPM.
Mac OS X SL (10.6) Intel driver for HDSPe series (MADI, AES, RayDAT, AIO, MADIface, Multiface, Digiface, RPM). Supports 10.5 in 32 bit, 10.6 in 32 bit and 64 bit. See readme.txt for important notes!
Version 2.67. Supports DIGICheck. See readme.txt for important notes!
Updates HDSPe MADI card to firmware version 33/210, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard card to 20, RayDAT to 18/207, AES to 11/204, MADIface to 23, AIO to 14, AIO Pro to 23. Windows XP SP2 / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11. Supports all HDSPe cards/systems! Now also includes DriverKit compatible firmware versions.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.49. Windows XP SP3 / 8/10/11, not Windows 7. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.49. Windows XP SP3 / 8/10/11, not Windows 7. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
Updates HDSPe MADI card to firmware version 33/210, HDSPe PCI and HDSPe ExpressCard card to 20, RayDAT to 18/207, AES to 11/204, MADIface to 23, AIO to 14, AIO Pro to 23. Windows XP SP2 / 7 / 8 / 10 / 11. Supports all HDSPe cards/systems! Now also includes DriverKit compatible firmware versions.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.36. Windows XP SP3 / 7/8/10. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.49. Windows XP SP3 / 8/10/11, not Windows 7. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.49. Windows XP SP3 / 8/10/11, not Windows 7. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
WDM, WDM-KS and ASIO. Version 4.36. Windows XP SP3 / 7/8/10. Supports all HDSP and HDSPe cards/systems except HDSPe MADI FX.
TotalMix FX V 1.97. This zip includes only TotalMix FX, to update TotalMix when using older drivers that come with an older TotalMix FX version.
Installation: Exit TotalMix FX completely and copy the app into the Applications folder, overwriting the old file.
TotalMix Remote V 1.43 - App to remote control TotalMix FX via ethernet and WiFi from other devices with Mac OS 10.12 or up. Universal Binary, supports Intel and Mx. Please note: can not be run on the same computer where the host TotalMix FX is used. This download is not TotalMix FX, which is part of the driver installation.
TotalMix FX V 1.97. This zip includes only TotalMix FX, to update TotalMix when using older drivers that come with an older TotalMix FX version.
Installation: Exit TotalMix FX (right click systray icon) and copy the new version into Windows\System32, overwriting the old file.
TotalMix Remote V 1.43 - Program to remote control TotalMix FX via ethernet and WiFi from other devices with Windows OS (PC, Tablet). Please note: can not be run on the same computer where the host TotalMix FX is used. This download is not TotalMix FX, which is part of the driver installation.
Universal binary, runs natively on Intel and Mx machines. DigiCheck NG V 0.91 requires macOS 10.13 (High Sierra) or up.
EBU R-128 Meter. Surround Audio Scope with ITU weighting. Stereo / Multichannel / Global Level Meter, Spectral Analyser, Vector Audio Scope, Correlation Meter, Bit Statistic & Noise. In this version a display of plaback data is not possible via Core Audio, only via hardware level. Supports all cards of the HDSPe, FireWire and USB series. (09/14/2018).
Differences to v 4.53: EBU R-128 Meter. Surround Audio Scope with ITU weighting. Simultaneous usage of multiple cards in all functions. Displays fully configurable (e.g. channel selection). Multichannel Level Meter freely configurable. MMCSS for Vista. Many improvements on surface and internal operation. Supports all current interfaces plus DIGI 9636/52. DIGI32 series and DIGI96 series are no longer supported. (10/05/2020).
V596 adds compatibilty for HDSPe MADI FX and XT with DK firmware.
DigiCheck NG V 0.91 requires a Direct3D 12 capable graphics card and Windows 10 or up.
DigiCheck NG V 0.91 requires a Direct3D 12 capable graphics card and Windows 10 or up.