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Studio Technologies Model 48D Dante Bridge

Product Code: ST-M48D

Key Features

The Model 48D Dante Bridge provides a simple yet high-performance means of interconnecting, or "bridging," Dante® audio signals associated with two independent local-area-networks. The unit allows up to four audio channels to pass in each direction. Internal circuitry provides timing and bit-depth correction to ensure that audio signal integrity is maintained.

Key Features

  • Two independent Dante network connections
  • "Bridges" up to four audio channels in each direction
  • High-performance sample rate conversion
  • Excellent audio quality
  • DDM and AES67 support
  • PoE and 12 Vdc powering
  • Standard connectors, simple setup
  • Table-top, portable, or optional rack-mount installation
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Studio Technologies Model 48D Dante Bridge

Dante audio-over-Ethernet has found wide acceptance as a network "backbone" due to its ease of use, excellent audio performance, strong interoperability, and wide adoption by a large number of equipment manufacturers. However, interconnecting audio signals on independent local-area-networks that support Dante can present a challenge. The Model 48D makes that a simple task to implement. Interconnecting a Model 48D with two Ethernet connections, along with a minimal amount of configuration, is all that's required to make the unit part of a sophisticated, networked audio system.

The Model 48D can be powered by Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) or an external source of 12 volts DC. Standard connectors are used for the Ethernet and DC power interconnections. The Model 48D's enclosure has a "1/2-rack" 1U form factor and weighs less than two pounds, making it well suited for use in portable applications. Alternately, using one of the optional rack-mounting kits one or two Model 48D units can be mounted in a single space (1U) of a standard 19-inch rack enclosure. The unit is built to professional standards and is intended for demanding 24-hour operation.

The Dante Controller software application can be used to configure all Dante network and audio parametres. Front-panel LED indicators, an LCD display, and five push-button switches are provided to view and revise selected operating parametres. The Model 48D is compatible with the Dante Domain Manager (DDM) software application and is complaint with AES67 digital audio signals.

Dante Audio-over-Ethernet

Audio data is sent to and received from the Model 48D using the Dante audio-over-Ethernet media networking technology. Two separate network interfaces allow completely independent configurations. Audio signals with a sample rate of 44.1, 48, 88.2, and 96 kHz and a bit depth of up to 24 are supported. Up to four audio channels in each direction can pass (be "bridged") between the Model 48D's two network interfaces. (Four channels at 48 kHz sample rate and two channels at a sample rate of 96 kHz.)

Sample rate converter (SRC) integrated circuits ensure that audio that enters on one network interface exits the corresponding network interface with correctly-aligned digital audio information. Each interface has four Dante input (receiver) and output (transmitter) channels. They are associated on a one-to-one basis with the channels both interfaces. For example, input 1 on Network A is associated with output 1 on Network B. Routing (subscribing) of the Dante input and output channels to other devices can be performed using the Dante Controller software applications.

Applications

The Model 48D's primary application is to interconnect audio channels associated with two independent networks that are supporting Dante-compliant equipment. Up to four channels of audio in each direction can be "bridged" between each network. Each Dante network can have its own master clock, bit depth, and sample rate. Circuitry within the Model 48D ensures that the audio signals can pass between the networks with minimal degradation to performance. The Model 48D's two network ports are fully metallically isolated and share very little network data. This helps to ensure that the risk of security issues is minimized. Only uncompressed PCM digital audio signals pass, by way of sample-rate-converter (SRC) integrated circuits, between the two network interfaces.

The most basic application for the Model 48D is to allow up to four audio channels on two independent Dante networks to be interconnected — there's really no simpler means of interconnecting Dante audio channels from between two separate networks. With standard connectors and PoE power, setup can be completed in just a few minutes. This makes Model 48D units effective in both fixed and portable applications. Ideal uses would include stadiums, concert venues, media production studios, and education facilities where "guests" frequently need to interconnect their Dante equipment with "house" resources. One of the Model 48D's network connections can be secured while the other remains "open" for guest use.

As the number of mobile broadcast facilities that utilize Dante-compliant equipment increases so does the need to interconnect them with a venue's resources. But maintaining isolation between the two networks can be important for reasons of both signal-integrity and security. In just minutes the Model 48D can allow audio signals in both directions to be traversing the two networks.

Warranty

We offer a 3 year warranty on this product from its date of purchase. For more information regarding our support, repair and warranty, please download our Warranty Guide here.

Trade Terms
The above item is non-returnable, unless defective. Please ensure part numbers and descriptions are as required before placing this order. If any confirmation or information is required please contact AV Sales on 1800 00 77 80.

Network Interfaces: 2
Type: 100BASE-TX, twisted-pair Ethernet, Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) supported
Data Rate: 100 Mb/s (10 Mb/s and 1000 Mb/s "GigE" not supported)

Network Audio Technology (each Network Interface):
Type: Dante audio-over-Ethernet
AES67-2013 Support: yes
Dante Domain Manager (DDM) Support: yes
Bit Depth: up to 24
Sample Rate: 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz
Number of Transmitter (Output) Channels: 4 (44.1 and 48 kHz sample rate), 2 (88.2 or 96 kHz sample rate)
Number of Receiver (Input) Channels: 4 (44.1 and 48 kHz sample rate), 2 (88.2 or 96 kHz sample rate)
Dante Audio Flows: 4; 2 receiver, 2 transmitter

Audio Performance:
Type: fully-digital paths between network interfaces (by way of sample-rate-converter integrated circuits)
Dynamic Range: 147 dB at 48 kHz sample rate, 148 at 96 kHz sample rate, A-weighted
Distortion (THD N): –140 dB at 48 kHz sample rate, –143 dB at 96 kHz sample rate, measured at –1 dBFS, 1 kHz

Connectors:
Ethernet: Neutrik NE8FBH etherCON RJ45 receptacles
External DC: 4-pin male XLR
USB: type A receptacle (used only for main firmware updates)

Environmental:
Operating Temperature: 0 to 50 degrees C (32 to 122 degrees F)
Storage Temperature: –40 to 70 degrees C (–40 to 158 degrees F)
Humidity: 0 to 95%, non-condensing
Altitude: not characterized

Dimensions – Overall:
8.7 inches wide (22.1 cm)
1.72 inches high (4.4 cm)
8.3 inches deep (21.1 cm)

Mounting Options: single-unit (RMBK-11) and dual-unit (RMBK-12) rack-mounting installation kits (purchased separately) use one space (1U) in a standard 19-inch rack

Weight: 1.8 pounds (0.80 kg); rack-mounting installation kits add 0.2 pounds (0.09 kg)

Specifications and information subject to change without notice.

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