Focusrite Pro RedNet A8R 8x8 Analogue I/O With Dual PSUs

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  • Focusrite Pro RedNet A8R 8x8 Analogue I/O With Dual PSUs
  • Focusrite Pro RedNet A8R 8x8 Analogue I/O With Dual PSUs
$2,999.99

Description

8x8 Analogue I/O With Dual PSUs

RedNet A8R is a 1U, 8x8 analogue line-level I/O interface for any Dante audio-over-IP network. Featuring network and power supply redundancy, RedNet A8R is the ideal choice for providing analogue I/O in many critical-path applications, whether in Post Production, Broadcast, Live Sound or the Recording Studio.

High-quality conversion with up to 119dB of dynamic range is provided through two rear-panel DB25 connectors while an additional pair of AES3 I/O is provided through male and female XLR for added flexibility. Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows external devices to clock to RedNet A8R, or alternatively allows RedNet A8R to act as a network clock grand master slaved to external input. Power is supplied through a pair of locking IEC power inlets, and network connections are provided with a pair of locking Neutrik etherCON connectors; providing redundant operation or daisy-chained operation.

Features

  • Eight channels of high-quality line-level analogue I/O for Dante audio-over-IP networks
  • 119dB dynamic range, flat from 20Hz – 20kHz, +/-0.15dB
  • AES67 compliant
  • Word Clock I/O and DARS input for increased flexibility plus an additional two channels of AES3 I/O
  • Comprehensive front-panel metering and indicators
  • 24-bit precision conversion up to 192kHz
  • Software-selectable +24dBu or +18dBu level alignment
  • Dual power supplies and network connections with full power and network redundancy including locking connectors for maximum reliability
  • Analogue I/O to AES59 standard on DB25 connectors
  • Remote monitoring software with powerful graphic user interface

The bi-directional Network Audio Interface shall provide 8 input and 8 output analogue channels with additional 2 input and 2 output digital channels of connectivity to the Dante network. Connectivity shall include 8 analogue inputs and outputs via two 25-way female Dsub connectors wired to AES59 standard. Connectivity shall include 2 AES/EBU inputs via female XLR connector and 2 AES/EBU outputs via male XLR connector. The Interface shall be a 10 channel device in total. The Interface shall be capable of syncing to internal word clock, XLR DARS input, or an external master word clock. External master word clock in and out shall be via BNC connectors. The Interface shall have user-selectable sample rates of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz, 176.4 kHz and 192 kHz (-4% / -0.1% / +0.1% / +4.167%). Inputs/outputs shall have internal 24-bit A/D & D/A converters. Frequency response shall be 20 Hz – 20 kHz +/- 0.1 dB. Dynamic range shall be 118 dB “A” weighted. Internal signals shall be fully balanced throughout. Inputs and outputs shall be programmable for either +18 dBu or +24 dBu signal levels relative to a 0 dBFS digital reference.

The Network Audio Interface shall provide both redundant power and network connections, with the ability to have redundant and switched network modes to run a redundant connection or daisy-chain devices together.

The system shall use JetPLL technology to minimize conversion jitter. LED front panel indicators shall display the status of Power and Network connections, Sync Lock status, Sample Rate, Input/Output range and Clock Source. The Network Audio Interface shall be contained in a 1RU industrial package designed for fixed installation in engineered audio and communications systems. Dimensions shall be 482.6 x 308 x 44.5mm (19”W x 12.13”D x 1.752”H). It shall weigh 4.52 kg (9.96 lbs). Maximum power consumption shall be 24 W.

The Network Audio Interface shall utilize the Dante Protocol for transport of digital audio signals. The system shall be capable of transporting up to 512 bidirectional audio channels over a single, standard Gigabit (or higher) Ethernet link. Software shall be provided for the routing, controlling, and configuring the Network Audio Interface. Software shall provide remote control of reference level, selection of preferred master clock, and sample rate. Ethernet connectivity shall be through a rear panel 8p8c/RJ45 LAN port, which supports EtherCON connections.

Ethernet communications shall be utilized for software control and Interface configuration. Dante technology shall transport digital audio over fast Ethernet, allowing multiple units to share digital audio. The Network Audio Interface shall require connection to an external 100Base-T or 1 Gigabit Ethernet switch. All Dante and Ethernet connections shall be via Cat5e (or better) cable or fiber-optic. Software shall operate on a PC computer, with network card installed, running Windows 7, Windows 8, and Windows 10 or Mac computer, with network card installed, running 10.9.x, 10.10.x, 10.11.x and 10.12.x.

The Network Audio Interface shall be CE marked, UL/C-UL listed, and shall incorporate AES48-2005 Grounding & EMC practices. The Digital Audio Platform shall be compliant with EU Directive 2002/95/EC, the RoHS directive.

Warranty shall be 1 year.

The Network Audio Interface shall be Focusrite RedNet A8R.

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Specifications

LINE INPUT

0 DBFS Reference Input Levels: elements 18 or 24dBu (switchable)
Frequency Response Inputs: 20Hz – 20kHz ± 0.1dB
THD N Inputs: <-130dB (0.00003)
EIN: -96dBu A-Weighted (typical)
Signal-To-Noise Ratio: 120dB A-Weighted (typical)
Converter Dynamic Range: 120dB A-Weighted (typical), 10Hz – 20kHz

LINE OUTPUTS

0 DBFS Reference Levels: 18 or 24dBu (switchable)
Frequency Response: 20Hz – 20kHz ± 0.1dB
THD N: <-100dB (0.001) unweighted, 20Hz – 20kHz; 23dBu input
Noise In Presence Of Signal: -94dBu A-Weighted (typical)
Dynamic Range: 118 dB A-Weighted (typical)

CROSSTALK

Input To Output Or Input: <-100dB unweighted, 20Hz – 20kHz; 23dBu input
Output To Input Or Output: <-100dB unweighted, 20Hz – 20kHz; -1dBFS input

DIGITAL INPUT SAMPLE RATE CONVERTERS

Sample Rate Range: 32kHz to 216kHz
Gain Error: -0.3dB
Dynamic Range Inputs: >138dB
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 or from Dante Network Master
External Word Clock Range: Nominal sample rate ±7.5

REAR PANEL CONNECTIVITY

Line Inputs: 1 x DB-25 connectors Analogue Outputs
Line Outputs: 1 x DB-25 connectors
Channel Count: 2 x 2 AES/EBU channels
Input (Optional DARS): 1 x Female XLR
Output: 1 x Male XLR
Word Clock Input: 1 x BNC 75O port (switchable termination)
Word Clock Output: 1 x BNC 75O port
PSU: 2 x Internal, 100-240V, 50/60Hz, consumption 24W
Network: 2 x etherCON NE8FBH, also compatible with standard RJ45 connectors

FRONT PANEL INDICATORS

Primary PSU (A): Green LED
Secondary PSU (B): Green LED
Primary Network: Green LED
Secondary Network: Green LED
Network Locked: Green LED
Sample Rate: Orange LED for each: 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, x2, x4
Pull Up/Down: Orange LED
Channel Signal Level: Green LED (> -42dB), Orange LED (> -6dB) and Red (> 0dB)
AES/EBU Signal Indicators: 2 I/O signal indicator LEDs
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

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