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DDS-BN40 Wall-Mounted Bi-Directional Mic/Line Dante Interface 4 x 2

  • Dante Network Interface for Four Audio Inputs and Two Audio Outputs
  • Four XLR Front-Panel Inputs
  • Converts Four Standard XLR Mic or Line Audio Sources to Dante Network Channels
  • Each XLR Input is Switch Selectable for Mic or Line
  • Switch-Selectable Mic Gain: 40 dB, 48 dB or 62 dB
  • Switch-Selectable 48 V Mic Phantom (P48)
  • Switch-Selectable Line Gain: Unity, 12 dB or 19 dB
  • Converts Two Dante Network Audio Signals to Line Level
  • Rear Panel Outputs Switch Selectable Balanced +4 dBu or Unbalanced -10 dBV
  • Special Software Not Required for Module Setup
  • Studio Quality, Low-Noise Performance
  • High Resolution 24 Bit Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog Conversion
  • Legendary RDL Analog Filtering Enhances Superb Audio Performance
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The DDS-BN40 is a complete wall-mounted Dante audio network interface. It features four XLR mic or line inputs on the front panels and two line outputs on a rear-panel detachable terminal block. Special software is not required to configure the DDS-BN40. Each input provides three switches that may be set from the front of the unit when the cover plate is not installed. One switch enables or disables P48 phantom for that input; the second switch selects the mic or line gain range; the third switch sets the gain. Each output provides a switch to set the output to balanced professional or unbalanced consumer level. The DDS-BN40 fits a standard US dual-gang electrical box or an RDL WB-2 back box for installations in thinner European or equivalent walls. The DDS-BN40 is PoE powered, and is available in multiple finishes with optional customized graphics.

The four XLR inputs are each converted to a separate Dante network transmit channel. Three gain settings are switch-selectable for both the mic and line input ranges to match condenser or dynamic mic levels and standard line levels.

Two Dante audio channels are converted to balanced line level. Each output provides +4 dBu balanced for a network digital audio level of -20 dBFS. Each output is equipped with a selector to unbalance the audio and attenuate the level to -10 dBV. These switches are located on the top of the chassis and are set by the installer prior to mounting the unit. The outputs are connected through a detachable terminal block.

The outputs are intended for connection to RDL AMS connectors mounted in Decora-style plates that match the DDS-BN40. AMS audio connectors include RCA, Mini and XLR jacks. The output plate may be located together with the DDS-BN40 in a triple gang box or may be mounted remotely in a single box.

Valid PoE power and synchronization to the Dante network are indicated by green LEDs visible from the front of the unit.

The DDS-BN40 is a professional grade product with discrete mic preamplifiers for studio quality fidelity and low noise performance, coupled through metal XLR jacks housed in a stainless steel chassis with dual powder-coated or stainless steel Decora front plates.

The DDS-BN40’s superior performance specifications make it ideally suited to the most demanding installations, and an exceptional value in commercial networked audio systems. This full-featured product is engineered and manufactured in the U.S.A for continuous duty in demanding installations. Designed to outperform. Built to last.

Network Connector:
RJ45 with Link and Speed indicators
Digital Audio Ethernet Protocol:
Dante
Transmission Rate:
100 Mbps
Sample Rates Supported:
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (default)
Bit Depth Supported:
24 bits
Audio Operating Level:
-20 dBFS = +4 dBu
Reference Level:
0 dBFS = +24 dBu

Mic/Line Inputs to Network Interface
Inputs (4):
XLR (female)
Gain:
Mic: 40 dB (LO), 48 dB (MED), 62 dB (HI); Line: Unity (LO), 8 dB (MED), 19 dB (HI)
Input Level (for +4 dBu/-20 dBFS):
Mic: -36 dBu (LO), -44 dBu (MED), -58 dBu (HI); Line: +4 dBu (LO), -8 dBu (MED), -15 dBu (HI)
Input Level (maximum):
Mic: -16 dBu (LO), -24 dBu (MED), -38 dBu (HI); Line: +24 dBu (LO), +12 dBu (MED), +5 dBu (HI)
Input Impedance:
> 2.5 kΩ (MIC); > 5 kΩ (LINE)
Phantom Power:
P48, 48 Vdc, switch-selectable
Standard for Phantom:
IEC 61938: 2013
Selectors per input (3):
Phantom, Mic/Line, Gain
Frequency Response:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.5 dB)
Equivalent Input Noise:
-130 dBu (62 dB gain); -132 dBu A-Weighted
Noise below -20 dBFS (20 to 20 kHz):
Mic: < -72 dB (LO), < -72 dB (MED), < -68 dB (HI);  Line: < -72 dB (LO), < -72 dB (MED), < -70 dB (HI)
THD+N:
< 0.1% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, +4 dBu/-20 dBFS); 0.015% at 1 kHz (typ)
CMRR:
> 65 dB (50 Hz to 120 Hz)
Crosstalk:
Below Noise Floor (20 Hz to 20 kHz at operating level, any input to any input, max. mic gain)

Network to Line Outputs
Outputs (2):
Balanced, detachable terminal block
Output Level (operating):
+4 dBu (nominal) balanced; -10 dBV (nominal) unbalanced, switch-selectable
Output Level (maximum):
+24 dBu balanced; +10 dBV unbalanced
Output Impedance:
150 Ω balanced; 2.5 kΩ unbalanced
Frequency Response:
20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.5 dB)
THD+N:
< 0.1%
THD:
< 0.01% (1 kHz)
Noise:
< -80 dB (below +4 dBu or -10 dBV); < -100 (below +24 dBu)
Crosstalk:
Below Noise Floor (20 Hz to 20 kHz at operating level, output to output)
Headroom above +4 dBu or -10 dBV:
20 dB

Indicators (4):

Ethernet Link and Speed (2, rear panel); Sync and Power (2, front panel)
Ambient Operating Environment:
0° C to 40° C; 30° C maximum recommended
Power Requirement:
PoE Class 0, IEEE 802.3af
Specification Conditions:
Gain/Level: ± 1 dB; Source termination: 150 Ω; A to D values measured in digital domain
Dimensions:
3.52" (8.94 cm) W; 4.11" (10.44 cm) H; 2.09" (5.31 cm) D
Package Type:
Cardboard Box
Package Dimensions:
3.625 x 4.625 x 2.125 in.
Shipping Weight:
1.1115 lbs.
WEEE weight:
0.96 lbs.
Tariff code:
8543.70.9100

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D-SERIES

D Series products are user controls, indicators and connection plates that are compatible with Decora® style mounting. D Series modules and jacks connect directly to a variety of active RDL modules in multiple product series and are compatible with many OEM products. Products in this series may be active or passive. All D Series front panels are constructed of stainless or carbon steel for durability, shielding and static protection. Stainless steel models feature a brushed finish with direct lettering. Painted models are finished with a reverse-printed front-panel polycarbonate laminate which provides an attractive, durable finished appearance.

Connector plates offer pass-thru jacks or rear-panel solder terminals. Transformer-isolated connector modules are equipped with a shielded enclosure and a rear-panel terminal block.

Active models include remote controls to provide source selection, routing, level control, muting, source or level LED indication and more.

The depth of D Series products is sufficiently shallow to permit mounting not only in standard North American electrical boxes but also in RDL wall boxes designed to fit in narrow walls used in international installations. RDL also offers a variety of related accessories for wall mounting, surface mounting and desktop chassis mounting of D Series products, as well as matching metal trim plates.

Attractive styling, ease of installation, long-life pushbuttons, high quality connectors and worldwide mounting possibilities make D Series products a preferred long-term resource for system design solutions. D-SERIES modules are designed and manufactured in the U.S.A.

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