Emagic's Unitor8 MkII is the ideal communications center for the professional studio. When it is necessary to integrate tape and video machines, timecode DATs and mixer automation with a large MIDI rig, the Unitor8 MkII is the obvious choice. Emagic's proven Active MIDI Transmission (AMT) technology provides particularly exact timing at all MIDI ports, even in a stacked system. An external click input makes it possible to drive Logic Audio from a percussive audio signal ù for example, control the tempo of the sequencer with a previously recorded rhythm track. Not only an interface and synchronizer, the Unitor8 MkII is also a versatile MIDI patch-bay; step between programmable patches with a footswitch or select from up to 32 patches via MIDI program change commands. In the unlikely event of notes sticking while in patch mode, the panic button will quickly fix the problem. Compatible with your professional requirements both now and in the future, the Unitor8 MkII also features an updateable operating system.

Extended information

The Unitor8 MkII reads and writes SMPTE timecode as LTC and VITC. The precision sync processor built into the Unitor8 MkII is capable of reading the LTC code from a master tape machine at even 10 times the original tape speed. Using VITC is desirable when the sequencer needs to be synchronized to video with frame accuracy; the Unitor8 MkII provides this frame accurate synchronization at all times, even during fast forward and rewind. Thanks to the video in and output, you can insert a timecode display into the video with variable position and size ù even in LTC mode. These features plus the advantage of ultra short lock times make Emagic's Unitor8 MkII highly desirable in all production environments where intuitive workflow is as important as the time you will save.

Stackable and Compatible

The Unitor8 MkII is fully compatible with any standard MIDI software under Mac and Windows 95/98 (drivers for Windows NT and Windows 2000 are in development). With its full set of connectors such as USB for Mac and Windows, RS232 (Windows) and RS422 (Mac), the Unitor8 MkII quickly fits into any computer environment. Up to eight* devices can be stacked and they will function like one big 64x64 MIDI interface (Mac: Emagic software or Unitor8 OMS driver required) with AMT** to ensure razor-sharp timing on every port. Unitor8 MkII, AMT8 and the Unitor8 can be combined in any combination; this allows, for example, the connection of a Unitor8 without USB to a computer with USB via an AMT8.

Technical specifications

Mac compatible
ù directly supported via Logic Audio and SoundDiver
ù OMS
ù MTP emulation
Windows 95/98 compatible (MME)
ù MME compatible multi-client MIDI driver (multiple MIDI programs can use different MIDI ports simultaneously)
ù Drivers for Windows NT and Windows 2000 are in development
AMT in conjunction with AMT compatible software (e.g. Logic Audio)
8 independent MIDI Inputs with Activity LED
8 independent MIDI Outputs with Activity LED
RS-422 connection for Macintosh
RS-232 connection for PC
USB connection
8 units per port* (mixed AMT8/Unitor8/Unitor8 MkII systems possible)
Stand alone operation with 32 Patches
Connection Activity LEDs (Mac/PC/Network)
Panic/Patch button
Unitor8 Control software for Mac/Windows 95/98 included
External Power Supply included
LTC/VITC Generator and Reader with extremely short lock times
LTC sync at 12-1000% original tape speed ù also during rewind!
VITC synchronization during single frame advance forward/backward
Timecode Video Burn-In ù also during LTC Sync
Timecode Refresh function, adjustable Freewheeling, Jam Sync function
Adjustable MTC Full Frame Message (e.g. for ProTools or Paris)
Operating system can be updated via SysEx
Input for audio trigger signal or single/double foot switch
LTC/VITC read and write control LEDs
LTC In and Out, 1/4" jacks
VITC In and Out, S-Video connectors