Date: January 7th, 2003
Article by: Mat (Hardware Reviewer)
Product was donated by: MADDOG
MULTIMEDIA
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PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS & FEATURES
The Entertainer 7.1 utilizes a revolutionary 24-bit digital signal
processor to bring unrivaled audio quality to the value, mainstream
and enthusiast markets. With support for up to 8 discreet audio channels
and dual S/PDIF connectors, the ENTERTAINER™ 7.1 underscores Mad Dog
Multimedia's commitment to uncompromising excellence.
Specifications
· TRUE 24-bit DSP processor providing the finest listening experience
· Sampling rates up to 192 kHz provide the highest quality reproduction
· Provides up to 8 independent audio channels
· Supports EAX®, DirectSound3D® and A3D™ Technologies
· Supports 8, 6, 4 or 2 Channel Speaker Systems
· Better value than Sound Blaster® Audigy and Audigy 2
Features
· 24-bit Digital Signal Processor (DSP)
· Sampling Rates up to 192 kHz
· PCI 2.2 Interface with Bus Mastering and Burst Modes
· 3 Synchronous I2S/AC-link Output Data Stream Pairs
· 2 Synchronous I2S/AC-link Input Data Stream Pairs
· Multi-channel AC-link Supported
· Integrated S/PDIF Transmitter with IEC958 Line Driver
· Digital Loop-back and Stream Routing Mechanism
· ACPI and PCI PMI Support
· I2C Subset Interface Peripherals Control
· Windows® WDM drivers
· 3.3V Operating Supply (5V tolerant I/O)
Speaker Recommendations
In order to experience immersive and heart-pounding 8-channel sound,
you must use an 8-channel (7.1) capable speaker system. To experience
6-channel sound you must use a 6-channel (5.1) speaker system. This
card also supports 2-channel and 4-channel speakers.
On-Board Connectors
· Front Speakers (L/R)
· Rear Speakers (L/R)
· Center Speaker /Subwoofer (C/Sub)
· Headset Out/Alternate (L/R)
· Microphone
· Line In
· S/PDIF Out (Optical Cable)
· S/PDIF In (Optical Cable)
Minimum System Requirements
· Intel Pentium® II class processor or higher
· AMD K6-2® 266 MHz processor or higher
· PCI 2.1 or higher expansion slot
· 64 MB system RAM
· CD-ROM / DVD-ROM / CD-RW Drive
· 10 MB available disk space
· Windows® 98 / ME / NT / 2000 / XP
· To experience surround sound, you must use 4, 6 or 8-channel speakers
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