The RedNet D16R MkII is a 16-channel bi-directional AES3 interface for Dante® networks. The 1U rackmount device features individual input and output channel level controls, allowing for precise calibration and control of all input and output levels using RedNet Control. RedNet D16R MkII features power supply and Ethernet redundancy with auto switchover in case of failure.
Various connection options make RedNet D16R MkII a flexible addition to any Audio-over-IP system. A pair of DB25 multipin connectors each connect eight channels of AES3 I/O into and out of the interface, while XLR and RCA ports enable two-channel AES3 and S/PDIF connections, respectively, to be made.
Sample rate conversion on every input enables external equipment to operate at different sample rates, and DARS signals are accepted on the XLR connector. Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation to house clock, or syncing external equipment to the Dante network.
- 16-channel bi-directional AES3 interface for Dante networks
- Individual input and output channel level control using RedNet Control software
- Power supply and Ethernet redundancy with auto switchover in case of failure
- Sample rate conversion on all input channels
- Two DB25 connectors with AES59 standard configuration; each carries eight channels of AES3 I/O
- RCA connectors for two-channel S/PDIF input and output
- XLR connectors for alternate AES3 I/O and DARS input
- BNC connectors for Word Clock input and output
- Remote routing and control using RedNet Control and Dante Controller
- Full operability with Focusrite RedNet and Red interfaces, plus all Dante devices from hundreds of manufacturers
SPECIFICATIONS
INPUT / OUTPUT TRIM
- Input Trim: -78 to 0dB in 1dB steps (per channel)
- Output Trim: -78 to 0dB in 1dB steps (per channel)
INPUT SAMPLE RATE CONVERTORS
32Hz to 214kHz
Gain Error
-0.3dB
Dynamic Range
Greater than 138dB (-60 dBFS method)
THD + N
Less than -130dB (0.00003%); 0 dBFS input
Latency
11 to 45 samples (network and input sample rate dependent)
DIGITAL PERFORMANCE
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, AES input 1-2, AES input 9-10 or from Dante Network Master
External Word Clock Range
Nominal sample rate ±7.5%
REAR PANEL CONNECTIVITY
AES/ EBU
2 x 2 S/PDIF Channels (reduces AES/EBU input channels)
Input And Output
2 x DB25 connectors (AES59 Combined I/O / Tascam Digital)
Alternate Input (Optional DARS)
1 x Female XLR (replaces DB25 channels 1-2)
Alternate Output
1 x Male XLR (duplicates DB25 channels 1-2)
S/PDIF
Channel Count
2 x 2 S/PDIF Channels (reduces AES/EBU input channels)
Input
1 x RCA phono socket (replaces DB25 channels 3-4)
Output
1 x RCA phono socket (switchable, duplicates any DB25 channel pair)
WORD CLOCK
Input
1 x BNC 75Ω port (switchable termination)
Output
1 x BNC 75Ω port
PSU & NETWORK CONNECTIONS
PSU
2 x Internal, 100-240V, 50/60Hz, consumption 30VA
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
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 following network grand master, shows valid network lock. When unit is network master, shows lock to indicated clock source. Flashing indicates external clock is selected but not connected
Sample Rate
Orange LED for each: 44.1kHz, 48kHz, x2, x4
Pull Up/Down
Orange LED. Indicates unit is set to operate on a Dante pull up/down domain
Signal Indicators
16 Green LEDs, 8 input/8 output indicators. Illuminate @ -126dBFS
Clock Source
Orange LED for each: Internal, Word Clock, DARS, Input 1–2 and Input 9–10
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
NETWORK MODES
Redundant
Allows unit to connect to two independent networks
Switched
Connects both ports to integrated network switch allowing daisy-chaining of devices
DIMENSIONS
Height
44.5mm/ 1.75″
Width
482.6mm/ 19″
Depth
263mm/ 10.35″
WEIGHT
Weight
3.84kg
POWER
PSU
2 x Internal, 100-240V, 50/60Hz, consumption 30VA.
HEAT PERFORMANCE
Operating Temperature
Operates at up to an ambient temperature of 50 degrees Celcius