RedNet D16 AES is a 16-channels AES/EBU interface for Dante audio networking with Ethernet redundancy.
The 1U-high 19-inch rackmount interface unit is intended for linking any AES3 equipped audio equipment and a Dante network using sample rate convertors provided on each input pair. Word clock and Digital Audio Reference Signal (DARS) connections support synchronisation with a wide range of hardware, while SPDIF I/O allows the integration of equipment such as CD or solid-state recorders/players.
Two DB25 connectors each provide eight channels of combined I/O to the AES59 standard, allowing interconnection with other DB25-connected or XLR-based equipment by use of standard DB25 to XLR cables. The rear-panel XLR female input can be used either as a DARS sync source for the Dante system, or as an AES3 audio source replacing input Channels 1-2 on the DB25 connectors. An XLR male socket provides a duplicated AES3 outlet for output Channels 1-2. The RCA SPDIF input can similarly replace input Channels 3-4 of the DB25 connectors, while the SPDIF output can replicate any adjacent odd/even pair of the 16 output channels.
The two network connectors on the rear of the unit allow two modes of operation – they can be used either as a primary/redundant network interface, allowing seamless switchover in the case of network failure, or as a daisy-chain port allowing the connection of multiple units.
All the clocking and input/output options of RedNet D16 AES are remotely controlled by the RedNet Control software application for Mac and PC.
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The RedNet D16 AES carries an MSRP of US$1899.99.
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