Description
The DiGiCo X-A-168 is a portable 16-input/8-output I/O expander designed to provide additional analogue I/O anywhere on a compatible DiGiCo A3232 network. It features 16 mic/line inputs with recallable preamps and phantom power, along with 8 balanced XLR line outputs. Two A3232 network ports allow units to be daisy-chained or configured for network redundancy.
16-Channel Input Section
The X-A-168 provides 16 balanced XLR mic/line inputs with +48V phantom power, recallable preamps, and +5 to +60 dB analogue gain in 1 dB steps. A -20 dB pad supports higher-level input sources.
8-Channel Output Section
Eight balanced XLR line outputs provide professional signal distribution with a maximum output level of +22 dBu. Relay protection helps safeguard the analogue outputs during operation.
A3232 Network Connectivity
Two proprietary A3232 ports provide CAT5e network connectivity for integrating the X-A-168 into compatible DiGiCo systems. The second port can be used for daisy-chaining another A168 STAGE or creating a redundant network connection.
Flexible Stage I/O Expansion
The X-A-168 provides a compact solution for expanding input and output capacity in professional live sound, touring, theatre, broadcast, and installation applications.
Product Specifications:
Product Type: 16 Input / 8 Output I/O Expander
Input Channels: 16 x Mic/Line
Mic/Line Inputs: Balanced XLR with +48V Phantom Power
Mic/Line Preamp: Fully Recallable
Analogue Gain: +5 to +60 dB, 1 dB Steps
Pad: -20 dB Active Pad
Maximum Input Level: +30 dBu with Pad
Input Impedance: >4 kΩ Pad Out / >10 kΩ Pad In
Mic EIN: -127 dB with 150Ω Source
Output Channels: 8 x Line Outputs
Analogue Outputs: Balanced XLR, Relay Protected
Nominal Output Level: +4 dBu
Maximum Output Level: +22 dBu
Residual Output Noise: -93 dBu (22 Hz to 22 kHz)
Network Connectivity: 2 x A3232 Ports
Network Cable: CAT5e
Network Protocol: DiGiCo A3232
Power Supply: 100-240V AC, 50/60 Hz
Power Consumption: 35 W Max
Operating Temperature: 0°C to 35°C
Product Weight: 7.7 lbs
Product Dimensions (L x W x H): 11.8" x 8.7" x 3.5"

