TASCAM ML-32D 32ch Analog/dante Converter

Product Information: The TASCAM ML-32D is a professional Dante-focused converter made specifically to insert or extract analog audio into or out of a Dante (Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet) network using external breakout devices that utilize Sub-D format connectors. A powerful and flexible solution, the TASCAM ML-32D has 4 D-Sub inputs and 4 D-Sub outputs, which can easily be connected to any of the many devices that utilize D-Sub connectors such as microphone preamplifiers, large and small format console mixers, audio interfaces, amplifiers, and euro block connector devices. This simple, yet elegant, solution enables audio to be quickly and easily inserted into - or extracted from - the Dante audio stream. About Dante: The Dante protocol was developed to provide uncompressed, multi-channel, low-latency digital audio over a standard Ethernet network aupporting as many as 1024 channels of 32b bit/192kHz audio over an existing CAT 5/6 Ethernet system. Since inception, Dante has seen steady adoption by a growing number of systems integrators, especially those specializing in AVB (Audio Video Bridging). In addition, Dante continues to gain a foothold in the live sound arena, with hundreds of hardware products from various manufacturers supporting this innovative communications protocol. These live sound applications include: House of Worship (HOW), institutional installations, theaters, audio for stadiums and other public facilities and broadcast. Primary and Secondary network connections redundancy and security Primary and secondary connectors enable building a redundant system with a duplex network. Should the primary network route fails the ML-32D automatically switches to the secondary network route. This highly secure system prevents interruption and introduces no noise during the switch. Dante Controller The TASCAM ML-16D uses Dante Controller to configure the main unit and to connect to other Dante-compatible devices. Dante Controller enables flexible routing configuration to other Dante-compatible devices. The front panel is equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables monitoring of analog input/output signals. The signal indicator turns on when a signal level becomes lower than -60dBFs. 5 selectable reference levels which can accommodate to a variety of scenes The TASCAM ML-32D features selectable reference level setting from 5 maximum level options: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, and +18dBu (the standard level is +4dBu) and +15dBu (the standard level is +6dBu), which can accommodate to a variety of purposes including professional use in broadcasting studios, public address systems and recording environments. Specifications: ŸDante focused interface for connection of external audio into or out of a Dante audio network Ÿ32 channel analog line input and 32 analog line outputs (48kHz/96kHz) using 8 D-Sub connectors ŸDual redundant Ethernet jacks which support both primary and secondary connections ŸUp to 24 bit/96kHz quality ŸLED display for signal level and overload per input/output channel ŸReference level dip switches for selectable DBu level metering ŸFirmware updatable via Dante port ŸAES67 and Ravenna compatible Formats 44.1/48 kHz, 16/24 bit 88.2/96 kHz, 16/24 bit Input/output ratings PRIMARY/SECONDARY connectors Connector: RJ-45 Transmission protocol: Dante Gigabit Ethernet standard: 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab) Cables: category 5e or faster STP cables ANALOG OUTPUT connectors Connector: D-sub 25-pin Locking screws: No. 4-40 UNC (inch type) Nominal output levels: +4 dBu, +6 dBu (only when maximum output level is +15 dBu) Maximum output levels: +24 dBu, +22 dBu, +20 dBu, +18 dBu, +15 dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches) Output impedance: 200 ? or lower Applicable load impedance: 2 k? or higher ANALOG INPUT connectors Connector: D-sub 25-pin Locking screws: No. 4-40 UNC (inch type) Nominal input levels: +4 dBu, +6 dBu (only when maximum input level is +15 dBu) Maximum input levels: +24 dBu, +22 dBu, +20 dBu, +18 dBu, +15 dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches) Input impedance: 10 k? or higher * 0 dBu=0.775 Vrms Audio performance ANALOG IN to DANTE OUT Frequency response: +0.1 dB/-0.5 dB: 20 Hz/20 kHz (-16 dBFS input, 44.1/48 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA), +0.1 dB/-0.5 dB: 20 Hz/40 kHz (-16 dBFS input, 88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) Distortion (THD+N): 0.001% or less (-1 dBFS input, 1 kHz, 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) S/N ratio: 113 dB or higher (44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) Crosstalk: 115 dB or higher (1 kHz, 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) DANTE IN to ANALOG OUT Frequency response: +0.1 dB/-0.5 dB: 20 Hz/20 kHz (-16 dBFS input, 44.1/48 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA), +0.1 dB/-1.0 dB: 20 Hz/40 kHz (-16 dBFS input, 88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) Distortion (THD+N): 0.001% or less (-1 dBFS input, 1 kHz, 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) S/N ratio: 110 dB or higher (44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) Crosstalk: 115 dB or higher (1 kHz, 44.1/48/88.2/96 kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) Other Power: AC100-240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption: 22W Dimensions: 483 × 45 × 303.8 mm (width x height x depth) Weight: 3.5 kg Operating temperature range: 0–40º Included items: Main unit x1, Power cord x1, Rackmount screw kit x1, Owner’s Manual (this document) including warranty x1