Glensound DARK16O | 16 Analogue Outputs From DANTE/ AES67 Networks

The DARK16O is a versatile break out box for receiving analogue audio from a network utilising the Dante and AES67 audio over IP (AoIP) protocols.

In total there are 16 channels of audio being received from the AoIP network and converted via low noise DACs (Digital to Analogue Converters) to balanced analogue outputs.

For ease of cabling, audio outputs are presented as balanced circuits on Neutrik XLRs.

Being designed for resilient broadcast applications, the DARK16O features both redundant power supplies and redundant Dante network links with link status GPOs (general purpose outputs (solid state relays)). Both primary and secondary network links are provided with both magnetic (copper RJ45) and fibre (SFP) interface connections. The Dante system itself provides a completely transparent redundant link system which means that if the DARK16O lost its primary link circuit, the secondary link would automatically take over with no loss of audio.

The primary and secondary network interfaces are routed internally via a network switch.  It is possible to set this switch to work as a traditional network switch instead of the default redundant mode.  This means that there would be just one link to the Dante/ AES67 network and the other connections of the switch could have other Dante or network devices connected to them. As with all Dante devices, once set up, DARK16O units can be directly connected with each other with no external network hardware.

Also Available in AES67/Ravenna Version

Specification for Both Dante and Ravenna Versions. Scroll Down for Details.

ANALOGUE AUDIO

Frequency Response:  +/-0.25dB 20Hz to 22kHz
Maximum Output Level: +18dBu (+24 option to order)
Full Scale: 0dBFs = +18dBu (+24dBu option to order)
Output Impedance:  Distortion:  0.0013% @ 100Hz
                   0.0022%@1kHz
                   0.00094% @ 10kHz
Reference to +8dBu output
Noise: -93dB@line up A weighted RMS
Interchannel Cross Talk: >101dB @ lineup with 1kHz Tone
Output Type:  Electronically balanced (can be wired unbalanced)

POWER

Connections:  2 x mains inputs filtered IEC, 100 to 240 VAC 47-63Hz
AC Consumption: 18 Watts@230VAC
Internal Mains Fuse:  20mm 1A anti surge

PHYSICAL 

Audio Connectors: Neutrik 3 pin XLR Plugs
Alarm Connector: 9 way D socket
Alarm Type: solid state relay
Size: 1RU 19” 300mm deep excluding connectors
Nett Weight:  2.8kg
Shipping Carton:  Rugged export quality cardboard 610x420x130mm LxDxH
Shipping Weight: 4.3kg

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: 0 to +50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -20 to +70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing

INCLUDED ITEMS

Handbook: Available via download
RJ45 Network Cable: 1 of 2 metre CAT5 RJ45 plug/ plug cable
Mains Cable: 1 off 2 metre IEC socket cable (UK & EU only)

NETWORK OPTIONS:

DANTE/AES67 VERSION
Physical: 2 x Neutrik Ethercons Cat6 RJ45s & 2 x SFP slots
Type: Fully redundant primary & secondary circuits
Sample Frequency: 48K
Resolution: 24 Bit
Control & Routing: Via Free Dante Controller
AES67: Can be configured for AES67

RAVENNA/AES67 VERSION
Physical: 2 x Neutrik Ethercons Cat6 RJ45s & 2 x SFP slots
Type: Fully redundant primary & secondary circuits
AES67: Yes
High Sample Rates: 44.1kHz - 192kHz
PTPv2: Master or Slave, IEEE-1588-2008 standard
SMPTE ST 2110-30: Yes. Including level C and CX
SMPTE ST2022-7: Yes. Seamless data switching
NMOS IS-04 (Disovery): Yes
NMOS IS-05 Routing): Yes
Remote Control: Web browser or Aneman