Specifications

DIGIDESIGN
DIGID
RIVES
COMPUTER AUDIO
927
PHOTO - VIDEO - PRO AUDIO
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Storage Systems for Pro Tools
In a world crowded with generic hard drives, DigiDrives takes the guesswork out
of finding the perfect mate for your Digidesign system. Optimized for certified
compatibility with Pro Tools, DigiDrives deliver the speed, capacity, versatility
and reliability to handle your most demanding projects. And, you can be sure
that your investment in a DigiDrive will be a safe one. Dealing directly with
Digidesign customer support including guaranteed next business day replace-
ment in most locations will help to keep your sessions on track.
DigiDrive 36|10k and 73|10k
Designed for both removable rack-mounting and interlocked stacking, the fully
self-contained DigiDrive enclosure allows you to choose the configuration that fits your
system best. It also features Digidesign/Avid’s exclusive QuietDrive technology, which
dramatically reduces drive noise to a whisper (reduces drive noise by up to 20 dB), so you
can listen to your audio instead of your gear.
◆ Fast 10,000 RPM hard drives (36 and 73 GB
capacities) offer transfer rates of up to 160
MB/second,and super-fast seek time of 5.1
ms read and 5.2 ms write.
◆ The 36GB drive stores 6,800 track minutes
of 16-bit/44.1kHz (Red Book) audio, which
gives 280 minutes of 16-track recording. At
24-bit resolution, handles 4,400 track min-
utes, enough for 180 minutes of 24-track
recording.(The 73GB doubles all of this).
◆ Certified compatibility with Pro Tools (Mac
OS and Windows). DigiDrive Tuner appli-
cation optimizes drives for Pro Tools
◆ Support Fast/Wide,LVD and Ultra160 SCSI
standards
◆ Quick-Release rack-mount or interlocking
vertical stacking
◆ Non-proprietary docking means audio-any-
where portability
◆ Built-in heat detection/indicator circuit
alerts you to potential problems before
either the drive or data are threatened.
◆ Advanced thermal sensing circuitry protects
data integrity and also keep your data cool
and safe by controlling fan speed.
DigiDrive MediaDock II
Maximize the efficiency and versa-
tility of your Pro Tools production
environment with the DigiDrive
MediaDock line — a removable
storage system for post production,
professional and project studios. MediaDock provides an optimal solution for data
transfer, portability, and backup, streamlining workflow while protecting your work.
Products include MediaDock Shuttle|36, MediaDock Shuttle|73 and MediaDock II chassis.
◆ Incorporating high-performance LVD technology, MediaDock II’s compact 2U chassis pro-
vides two bays that support DigiDrive MediaDock Shuttles as well as legacy and current LVD
shuttles. Both bays have their own SCSI bus with two 68-pin connectors and front-mounted
SCSI ID selection switches.
◆ Front-panel LEDs monitor power, temperature and shuttle functions,while a variable-speed,
temperature-sensing fan and an internal auto-ranging power supply ensure that your projects
stay up and running.Along with the included rack-mount kit, DigiDrive MediaDock II ships
with either two 36 GB or two 73 GB DigiDrive MediaDock Shuttles.
SCSI|128 Kit
SCSI solution for Pro Tools|HD
◆ SCSI|128 offers 128 tracks of record
and playback with Pro Tools|HD on
both Mac and Windows when used
with LVD drives.
◆ Built-in LVD support results in
improved data integrity, and allows for
cable lengths up to 12.5 meters per bus
accommodating strategic placement of
your LVD-supported SCSI drives.
◆ Includes ATTO UL3D Dual Channel
Ultra3 SCSI Host Adapter and two
cables, pre-tuned for optimal perform-
ance with Pro Tools|HD.
◆ UL3D's two external channels handle
throughput up to 160 MB/second per
channel.
◆ The SCSI|128 kit also supports up to 64
audio tracks on Pro Tools|24 MIX and
d24 systems on both Mac and
Windows.
DigiDrive RackMount Kit
◆ The 2RU DigiDrive Rackmount Kit
allows you to quickly and easily slide in
or remove up to 2 DigiDrive hard drive
units, making it easier than ever for you
to transfer your sessions back and forth
between different Pro Tools systems.