The Midas DL251 48x16 Fixed Format I/O Unitfrom MIDAS is a 5U 19" rackmount fixed-configuration I/O unit with forty-eight microphone/line inputs and sixteen line outputs. Limited to analog connections, the unit provides a more cost-effective solution for those not needing the flexibility of MIDAS modular I/O hardware.

MIDI (In, Out, Thru) connectors and an Ethernet control port are fitted as standard. Three AES50 ports handle the (n+1) redundant digital audio interface. The DL251 is capable of being switched between 96 kHz and 48 kHz via the front panel.

A rear panel "Mute All Outputs" button is provided for aiding in onstage re-patching. The unit is also equipped with dual-redundant, universal power supplies.

48 Mic/Line Inputs    16 Line Outputs    Remote Control of Inputs    Three AES50 Network Ports    Ethernet Control Port    MIDI In, Out, Thru    5U 19" Rackmount    Dual Redundant Universal Power Supplies

Fixed Format I/O unit compatible with all MIDAS digital audio consoles

Forty-eight remote control microphone/line audio inputs, fixed configuration

Sixteen audio line outputs, fixed configuration

Switchable between 96 kHz and 48 kHz sample rates

MIDI In, Out and Thru

Three AES50 ports

Ethernet control port (using MIDAS protocols)

Dual-redundant PSUs

Digital snake and distribution network component - can be used as part of a standalone digital snake

48 audio input x 16 audio output configuration for snake applications

5U 19" rack-mountable form factor

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Can you disable the wifi and just use ethernet?

A: The remote switch selects between Ethernet, WiFi client or Access Point.

Q: 2. Would the sennheiser mke 600 fit on this?

A: The 0.8" (20.3mm) diameter of the Sennheiser MKE 600 Shotgun Microphone will fit within the Sony XLR-H1 XLR Handle Unit.

Q: 3. I'm looking for a case for this unit. Something padded that would then go into a camera bag. Any recommendations?

A: The size of the Sony XLR-H1 XLR Handle Unit is 4 1/2 × 5 5/8 × 6 7/8 inches. The Portabrace PB-BCAMM Padded Accessory Pouch should fit the handle perfectly and keep it protected. PortaBrace PB-BCAMM Padded Accessory Pouch (Medium, Single) BH #POPBBCAMM

Q: 4. Will this work with the A7S III?

A: No, the Sony XLR-H1 XLR Handle Unit, is designed specifically for the Sony FX3 and FX30, and at this time, is only compatible with these 2 cameras.

Q: 5. Does this work with Ronin 4D? Some reviews on YouTube say it does.

A: Yes, the DJI Focus Pro Hand Unit can be used with the DJI Ronin 4D 4-Axis Cinema Camera when used with the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor connected via the DJI High-Bright Remote Monitor Holder.

Q: 6. Could I to record multitrack to my DAW, as a audio interface?

A: The USB interface of the Midas MR12 allows you to record only a stereo mix out. The Midas MR18 18-Input Digital Mixer for iPad/Android Tablets with Wi-Fi and USB Recorder, B&H # MIMR18, will allow for multi-track recording.

Q: 7. When shooting panoramas do you need to unlock rotate and re-level after each shot?

A: When shooting panoramas you should keep the level locket

Q: 8. How does one activate Flex Spot mode from the hand unit? And how to select objects?

A: The DJI Focus Pro Hand Unit does not have a button for triggering Flex Spot mode.

Q: 9. Can you connect a Midas DL152 to DL151 to make a digital snake?

A: Unfortunately you cannot daisy chain the Midas DL15x series of I O boxes. The DL15x is intended to be directly connected to the Midas DL371 via the AES50 ports. The DL16 and DL32 IO boxes can be daisy-chained when used with the Midas M32 or Behringer X32 consoles. I have attached these various products for clarification purposes. All of which can be found on the B&H website.

Q: 10. Does this have any mounting points like for 1/4-20?

A: No, this is designed for manual, tactical operation.