Focusrite RedNet A16R MkII 16 Channel Bi-directional Dante Interface
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Analogue inputs and outputs are connected through four rear-panel AES59-configured DB25 connectors, while an additional pair of AES3 I/O is provided through male and female XLR for added flexibility. The XLR input can accept DARS signals in addition to AES3. Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows external devices to clock to RedNet A16R MkII, or alternatively allows RedNet A16R MkII to act as a network clock grand master, synchronised to external input. RedNet A16R MkII is well suited to permanent installation and repeated strike and setup: all connectors lock and remain terminated even under stress, providing worry-free installation and peace of mind once situated in a rack.
Features
• 16-channel bi-directional analogue interface for Dante networks, with additional two-channel AES3 I/O.
*Precision A-D and D-A conversion with 119dB dynamic range, flat from 20Hz - 20 kHz (+/- 0.15dB).
• Individual input/output channel level control using RedNet Control software.
• Dual PSUs with locking IEC inlets.
• Dual locking etherCON connectors for Primary and Secondary network connections.
• Power supply and ethernet redundancy with auto switchover in case of failure.
• Front-panel LED indicators for PSU, network, sample rate, signal present and clock source status.
• Sample rate conversion on the AES3 inputs allows external equipment to run at any sample rate.
• Analogue I/O on four AES59 standard DB25 connectors.
• Digital I/O on a pair of XLR connectors (AES3).
• Rear panel XLR connector can either be used as a DARS input or as a traditional AES3 audio input.
• BNC connectors for Word Clock input and output.
• Compact 1U chassis allows maximum functionality in minimum rack space.
• AES67 and AES70 compliant.
• SMPTE ST 2110 compliant when used with Dante Domain Manager (sold separately).
• Full operability with Focusrite RedNet and Red interfaces, plus all Dante devices from hundreds of manufacturers.
• Remote control with RedNet Control, and route via Dante Control.
In the Box:
- RedNet A16R MkII
- 2x IEC AC mains cables
- 2x IEC retaining clips
- Focusrite Pro important information guide provides links to:
- RedNet Control
- RedNet PCIe drivers (included with RedNet Control download)
- Audinate Dante Controller (installed with RedNet Control)"
- 1 x USB cable
Specifications
Input / Output Trim
• Input Trim: -78 to 0dB in 1dB steps (per channel)
• Output Trim: -78 to 0dB in 1dB steps (per channel)
Line Inputs
All measurements taken at +24dBu reference level, Rs = 50Ω
• 0dBFS Reference Levels: +18 or +24dBu (switchable)
• Frequency Response: 20h 20kHz +/- 0.1dB
• THD + N: 138dB
• THD + N: < -130dB (0.00003%)
• Latency: 11 to 45 samples (network and sample rate dependent)
Digital Performance
• Supported Sample Rates: 44.1 / 48 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz (-4% / -0.1% / +0.1% / +4.167%) at 24 bit
• Clock Sources: Internal, Word Clock, DARS or from Dante Network Master.
• External Word Clock Range: Nominal sample rate +/-7.5%
Rear Panel Connectivity
Analogue Inputs
• Line Inputs: 2 x DB-25 connectors
Analogue Outputs
• Line Outputs: 2 x DB-25 connectors
AES3
• Channel Count: 2 x 2 AES3 channels
• Input (optional DARS): 1 x Female XLR (Switchable with analogue input channels 15 and 16 at quad rates)
• Output: 1 x Male XLR (Duplicate of analogue output channels 15 and 16 at quad rates)
Word Clock
• Word Clock Input: 1 x BNC 75Ω port (switchable termination)
• Word Clock Output: 1 x BNC 75Ω port
PSU & Network Connections
• PSU: 2 x IEC Inputs with retaining clips.
• Network: 2 x etherCON NE8FBH-S, also compatible with standard RJ45 connectors (Accomodates rugged etherCON NE8MC*. Does not intermate with Cat 6 cable connector NE8MC6-MO and NKE65• cable)
Front Panel Indicators
• Primary PSU (A): Green LED. Illuminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present.
• Secondary PSU (B): Green LED. Illuminates when an AC input is applied and all DC outputs are present.
• Primary Network: Green LED. Indicates that a network connection is present on primary port when in redundant mode. When in Switched mode, a valid network connection at either Primary or Secondary network port will cause this LED to illuminate.
• Secondary Network: Green LED. Indicates that a network connection is present on secondary port when in redundant mode. Not used in switched mode.
• Network Locked: Green LED. When unit is network slave, shows valid network lock. When unit is network master, shows lock to internal clock.
• Sample Rate: Orange LED for each: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, x2, x4.
• Pull Up/Down: Orange LED. Indicates that the unit is set to operate on a Dante pull up/down domain.
• Channel Signal Level: 16 Input and 16 Output tri-state signal level LEDs: Green LED (> -42dB), Orange LED (> -6dB) and Red (> 0dB)
• AES3 signal indicators: 2 I/O signal indicator LEDs (one input, one output). Green LED illuminates > -127dBFS
• Clock Source: Orange LED for each: Internal, Word Clock and DARS
Network Modes
• Redundant: Allows unit to connect to two independent networks.
• Switched: Connects both ports to integrated network switch allowing daisy-chaining of devices.
Power
• PSU: 2 x Internal, 100-240V, 50/60Hz, consumption 30W
Heat Performance
• Operating Temperature: Operates at up to an ambient temperature of 50 degrees Celcius
• Fan: Two-step Dual Fans which increase in speed when reaching temperatures towards 50 degrees ambient temperature
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