Trinnov Altitude 16 AV PreAmplifier
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Trinnov Altitude 16 AV PreAmplifier
The groundbreaking Altitude32 processor set the bar high -- and we didn’t lower it for the Altitude16. Delivering the same processing capabilities and sound quality as the Altitude32 processor, the Altitude16 makes Trinnov’s best-in-class performance accessible to a wider audience who's immersive audio system requirements will not exceed 20 channels.
Equipped with Dolby Atmos, Auro-3D, and DTS:X Pro immersive audio decoders, the Altitude16 renders up to 20 discrete channels of information, natively processes high-resolution 24 bit / 96K audio, enables up to four-way active crossovers and presents no limitations in terms of Atmos and DTS:X channel assignments or subwoofer outputs.
UNIQUE DECODING AND RENDERING
Dolby Atmos
The Altitude16 joins the Altitude32 as the only AV Processors on the market capable of decoding and rendering Dolby Atmos Home content with any 20-channel speaker layout.
When it comes to channel count, the devil is in the details when it matters which channels are supported. Within its 20-channel capability, the Altitude16 supports any speaker layout, including multiple side surround speakers and high numbers of subwoofers.
DTS:X Pro
In 2019, Trinnov worked closely with DTS to introduce DTS:X Pro to the consumer market.
Altitude owners enjoyed this major upgrade a year before our competitors could offer it. It benefits not only native DTS:X playback, but also the Neural:X upmixer, which greatly improves immersive playback of traditional soundtracks, maximizing speaker usage and listening envelopment.
Auro-3D
The founders of Trinnov and Auro Technologies know each other well, having been at the forefront of immersive sound research and development dating back to the early 2000s.
Auro-3D, up to 13.1 channel configuration has been available on the Altitude32 since 2015. The Auro-Matic upmixer, highly popular among Altitude owners for music playback is also supported for all inputs.
+4 CHANNELS
This feature increases the capacity of the processor to a total of 20 discrete channel decoding and Optimization.
Combining the 16 analog outputs and 2x S/PDIF outputs of the processor, Trinnov unlocked the full potential of the Altitude16.
This update comes free of charge to all Altitude16 owners. By adding S/PDIF / Analog converters to their system, Trinnov customers can add extra subwoofers or channels to their system to increase its performance.
Specifications:
| OBJECT BASED DECODING | |
| Dolby Atmos® Native Decoding & Upmix: | Up to 20 discrete channels |
| Auro-3D® Native Decoding & Up-mix (Auromatic): | Up to 13.1 |
| DTS: X® Pro: | Up to 20 discrete channels |
| Speaker Layouts support: | All |
| IMAX Enhanced: | Yes |
| HDMI CONNECTIVITY | |
| Output 1: | HDMI 2.0 / HDCP 2.2 |
| Output 2: | HDMI 2.0 / HDCP 2.2 |
| Inputs: | 8 |
| Maximum Resolution: | 4K UHD on all ins / outs |
| Maximum Bandwidth: | 18Gbps on all inputs |
| Frame rates supported: | 24/25/30/50/60 fps (UHD) 120 fps (HD) |
| ARC / eARC: | Available on Output 1 |
| 4K to 1080 Downscaling: | Available on Output 1 |
| OSD: | Volume information displayed on-screen |
| DIGITAL AUDIO CONNECTIVITY | |
| S/PDIF Inputs: | x4 (2 optical, 2 coaxial) |
| S/PDIF Outputs: | x2 (1 optical, 1 coaxial) |
| +4 Outputs: | By combining Analog and S/PDIF outputs |
| Audio Network: | Dual ports (for future use) |
| ANALOGUE AUDIO CONNECTIVITY | |
| Microphone input: | 1x 5 Pin XLR for 3D Microphone |
| Balanced inputs: | 1x Stereo XLR |
| Unbalanced inputs: | 1x Stereo RCA |
| Balanced outputs: | 16x XLR |
| Input Impedance: | 20k Ohms / 10k Ohms |
| AUDIO PROCESSING | |
| Data precision: | 64 bits, floating point |
| Max Sampling Rate: | Native, up to 96kHz |
| HARDWARE | |
| Processor: | Intel multi core hyper threaded |
| ADC Resolution / Sampling Rate: | 24 bits/96 kHz |
| DAC Resolution / Sampling Rate: | 24 bits/192 kHz |
| A/D Signal-To-Noise Ratio: | 119 dB (A-Weighted) |
| D/A Signal-To-Noise Ratio: | 118 dB (A-Weighted) |
| Reference Level: | +18dBu @ 0dBFS (Balanced) |
| Clock / Jitter: | attenuation > 50 dB above 100Hz |
| Cooling system: | Custom heat sinks + additional silent fans |
| Safety Components: | AntiPop relays on each output |
| POWER SUPPLY | |
| Power requirement: | 100 - 240v (auto selecting) |
| Power consumption: | 76W Max |
| Thermal conversion: | 260 BTU/h Max |
| Mains fuse: | 2x 1A slow blow |
| Internal PSUs: | Separated supplies for Audio and Processing |
| WEIGHT & DIMENSIONS | |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) mm: | 438 x 139 x 430 |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) inches: | 17 1/4" x 5 1/2" x 17 15/16" |
| Shipping dimensions (L x H x P) cm: | 74 x 59 x 30 |
| Weight: | 11.30kg / 24.9 lbs |
| Shipping weight / volume: | 18.2kg / 0.131 M3 |
| Rackmounting: | 3U - Rack Ears Included |
| WARRANTY | |
| Standard Warranty: | 5 year |
| Transferable: | Yes |
Caring for your Speakers and Amplifiers
To Keep your equipment safe these are some best practices to note. Please be advised that this is only to reduce the risk of misuse and is not an exhaustive list.
Speakers
- Speaker terminals are marked red and black, ensure your amplifier to the speakers are wired on the same colours
- Ensure no loose speaker wire from the red touches a loose wire from the black as this will lead to a short circuit and damage either the speaker, the amplifier or both.
- Not all speakers are designed to play at max volume, kindly consider the pairing of your amplifier and speakers
- Speaker cabinets cannot be replaced please handle with care.
AV & Stereo Amplifiers
- If your amplifier has HDMI ports, ensure all devices are off before plugging in the HDMI cable
- Turn off the amplifier before swoping out or adding speaker cable
- Amplifiers generate heat, place them in a well ventilated space. if possible avoid having anything on top of the unit.
- adding a surge protector can assist with power dips which are likely to damage your devices. Isotek and Furman are industry standard.
- Dusty environments can sometimes lead to accumulation of dust in the electronic components that might affect heat regulation
Shipping & Returns
- Free shipping on orders over R500 within the country.
- Standard delivery within 2–5 business days. Delays will be communicated. This might vary slightly depending on your location.
- Return items in original condition for a full refund. (unopened state)
- Returns that are open/unboxed will be subject to a handling fee. Refunds will only be processed after testing the unit.