M-AUDIO Sonica USB - Manual (Page 3)

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What’s in the Box?
The following items are included with your Sonica:
• Sonica audio interface
• One (1) standard USB cable
• Midiman/M-Audio driver CD (includes driver installation software)
• Product manual and warranty card
Sonica Features
• Portable 24-bit/96kHz audio upgrade for laptops and desktops
• Digital connector for surround sound receiver or MiniDisc
• Analog connector for powered speakers or stereo receiver
• Supports Dolby Digital 5.1 (AC3)®, Dolby Pro Logic®, DTS®, and
other encoded multi-channel formats
• Advanced SRS TruSurround XT® technology delivers 5.1 virtual
surround sound over stereo speakers, deep bass enhancement, and
Dialog Enhancement
• Completely USB-powered (no power supply required)
• One-year warranty
Technical Features
• USB-to-S/PDIF Optical Out and 1/8" Mini Analog Line Out
• S/PDIF Optical Out can transmit either Linear PCM, or a digitally
encoded surround sound signal such as Dolby Digital AC-3 or DTS
• Sonica supports the following output formats: 24-bit Linear PCM;
16-bit Linear PCM; 16-bit AC-3, Dolby Pro Logic, or DTS over
optical connector
• Sonica supports the following sampling frequencies (Hz): 8000, 9600,
11025, 12000, 16000, 22050, 24000, 32000, 44100, 48000, 88200, 96000
• Audio Performance Specifications: Dynamic Range: 97 dB (typical, -60
dB input, A-weighted); Signal-to-Noise Ratio: 97 dB (typical, A-
weighted);THD+N: -87 dB (typical)