About the Audinate Programs
Dante Controller
Dante Controller is a program from Audinate for managing a Dante network and
performing tasks such as making audio-routing settings. It is available for Windows and
Macintosh.
You can download Dante Controller (at no charge) from the following Audinate website.
For detailed information on how to use Dante Controller, refer to the Dante Controller User
Guide (PDF) available for download at the following Audinate website.
https://www.audinate.com/
Dante Virtual Soundcard
Dante Virtual Soundcard is a program from Audinate for operating a computer on a Dante
network as a Dante device. It is available for Windows and Macintosh.
Using Dante Virtual Soundcard makes it possible to use programs compatible with standard
Macintosh Core Audio or ASIO audio interfaces to transmit audio data direct between
computers and Dante devices on the network.
You can download Dante Virtual Soundcard (purchase required) from the following
Audinate website.
https://www.audinate.com/
About Ethernet Cables
Connections between Dante devices are made using Ethernet cables, so they are easy to
make. These Ethernet cables are ordinarily used to make computer network connections.
* When making connections to ports on this expansion interface, use Ethernet cables
rated at Cat 5e (Category 5e) or higher.
Ethernet Cable Types
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Crossover cable
The cable’s internal wiring crosses over at each RJ45 plug. This means that the connections
of the RJ45 plugs at either end of the signal cable are different
•
Straight cable
The cable’s internal wiring is arranged identically at each end.
* With this expansion interface, you can use either crossover cables or straight cables.
Important Notes on Handling Ethernet Cables
•
Never apply strong force to Ethernet cables.
•
Never wind (bend) an Ethernet cable using a coil radius of 25 millimeters or less, or
bend the cable sharply enough to kink it.
•
Never bind bundled Ethernet cables too tightly.
•
Never run lengths of multiple Ethernet cables in parallel over long distances.
•
Keep Ethernet cables away from sources of noise (such as power cords, motors, and
fluorescent lights).
RJ45 Plugs
Ethernet cables use RJ45 plugs.
When conducting communications of high importance, protecting the RJ45 plugs and
connectors is sometimes desirable. In such cases, use rugged XLR RJ45 plugs. Using XLR
RJ45 plugs lets you make latching connections.
RJ45 plug
RJ45 connector
Main Specifications
Channels
Up to 64 channels input
Up to 64 channels output
* The number of available channels will be changed by Sampling
Frequency or the attached device.
Signal
Processing
Sampling Frequency 96 kHz, 48 kHz, 44.1 kHz
Data Length
24 bits
Connectors
PRIMARY port
RJ-45 XLR type
SECONDARY port
RJ-45 XLR type
CONTROL port
RJ-45 type
USB COMPUTER port
USB type B (inside of the panel, updates only)
Indicators
LINK/ACT x 3
1G x 1
Power
Consumption
5.0 W
Dimensions
120 (W) x 185 (D) x 40 (H) mm
4-3/4 (W) x 7-5/16 (D) x 1-5/8 (H) inches
* Protruding parts not included.
Weight
192 g
7 oz
Operation
Temperature
+5 to +40 degrees Celsius
+41 to +104 degrees Fahrenheit
Accessories
Setup Guide, Connector cap x 2, Connector cover x 2, Ferrite core x 3
* In the interest of product improvement, the specifications and/or appearance of this unit
are subject to change without prior notice.
