The Lectrosonics DNT16i - 16 Channel Dante Processorfrom Lectrosonics DNT16i - 16 Channel Dante Processoris a processor that provides inputs into a Dante network from analog and digital signals. Each input provides extensive signal processing and routing to any one or all of forty-eight automatic mixers operating at the cross points of an internal digital matrix in the processor.

The outputs of the matrix can be assigned to a Dante transmit channel and/or routed back to an input to be further mixed with another input or matrix mix.

16 Mic/Line Analog Inputs with 48V    16 Dante Digital Inputs    32 Dante Digital Outputs    Pre-Mix Signal Processing on all Inputs    48 Independent Automatic Mixers    Support for Multi-Level Mixing    Extensive Signal Processing    Four Test Signal Generators    Rack Mount or Under Table Mount

Sixteen microphone/line analog inputs with 48V phantom power and wide range gain control

Sixteen Dante digital inputs

Thirty-two Dante digital outputs

Supports both switched and redundant modes in Dante operation

Pre-mixing signal processing on all thirty-two inputs (analog and digital)

Forty-eight independent automatic mixers with thirty-six inputs per mixer and channel activity detectors

Support for multi-level mixing - mixes can be looped back and used as mixer inputs

Extensive signal processing including filters, delay and channel linking for dynamic processing (compressors, limiters)

Gain smoothing to prevent transient noise during instantaneous level changes

Four test signal generators available for system setup and testing

Extensive macro command language

Control interfaces via USB, RS-232, Ethernet and programmable logic I/O

Rack mount or under table mount

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Is this rack compatible for mounting Tascam VS-R265?

A: Yes, Tascam specifies the Tascam 1-RU Rack-Mountable Shelf for Dante Compact Processor Series (AK-RS1) as a compatible option for mounting two Tascam VS-R265 units side by side.

Q: 2. Is the fan noisy?

A: The fan in this module should offer quiet operation.

Q: 3. This unit says it has 8-channel AES inputs. Does it also have 8-channel AES outputs?

A: AES3 digital audio output is available as a 4- or 8-channel option for the Ashly ne8800A Network Enabled Digital Signal Processor. The AES3 outputs are pass-through only (no DSP).

Q: 4. How much latency does the Adat to Dante conversion introduce? And how much latency is expected end to end between devices?

A: Ferrofish has not provided specifications for latency, however, they do offer some information regarding clocking provided by Dante and the ability to adjust latency: Dante provides reliable clocking via Precision Time Protocol (PTP) and a sophisticated clock master selection. It supports low latency operation which is adjustable from 150 microseconds to 5 ms (default: 1 ms for up to 10 switches). Dante includes a suite of diagnostic tools, monitoring the network health status, e. g. device latency monitoring, active clock health monitoring, packet error reporting, and usage statistics.

Q: 5. Where is the FX16ii manufactured?

A: The country of manufacture for the Soundcraft FX16ii 16-Channel Mixer with Built-In Lexicon Effects Processor is China.

Q: 6. Will the AVOI 1 Input adapter accept a 25 or 70 volt signal direct from a power amp or do you need to adapt it to a line level ?

A: The Audinate Dante AVIO 1-Channel Analog Input Adapter is used to connect a line level output signal from an analog device to a Dante audio network.

Q: 7. Wanted to verify this will work with Playback from Multitrack running on a 2020 MacBook running on an SQ5?

A: This will add Dante netorking to the SQ consoles and work with any other device on your Dante network.

Q: 8. is this for a home studio use?

A: not a home studio, but a distributed network in a church. they sent audio from their main mixing console to other rooms/locations

Q: 9. whats is the warranty ?

A: The Lectrosonics DM1612 is covered by a one year limited warranty from the manufacturer.

Q: 10. What is the MuxLab part number for the DC Power Supply recommended for this? 12V DC brick when used without a POE network switch

A: MuxLab do not make a proprietary DC Power Supply for the MuxLab Dante/Quad Channel Audio PoE Gateway however, any 12VDC, 1A (amp) minimum power supply with positive polarity will provide sufficient power when using without a POE (PSE) Ethernet switch.