Tascam - ML-32D 32-Channel Analog-to-Dante Converter

ML-32D
A Powerful and Flexible Solution
The TASCAM ML-32D is a professional Dante-focused converter made specifically to insert or extract analog audio into or out of a Dante (Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet) network using external breakout devices that utilize Sub-D format connectors.
The ML-32D has four D-Sub inputs and four D-Sub outputs, which can easily be connected to any of the many devices that utilize D-Sub connectors such as microphone preamplifiers, large and small format console mixers, audio interfaces, amplifiers, and euro block connector devices. This simple, yet elegant, solution enables audio to be quickly and easily inserted into or extracted from the Dante audio stream.

Primary and Secondary Network Connections Redundancy and Security
Primary and secondary connectors enable building a redundant system with a duplex network. Should the primary network route fails the ML-32D automatically switches to the secondary network route. This highly secure system prevents interruption and introduces no noise during the switch.
Integrated Signal/Overload Indicator
The front panel is equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables monitoring of analog input/output signals. The signal indicator turns on when a signal level becomes lower than -60dBFs.
5 Selectable Reference Levels
The TASCAM ML-32D features selectable reference level setting from 5 maximum level options: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, and +18dBu (the standard level is +4dBu) and +15dBu (the standard level is +6dBu), which can accommodate to a variety of purposes including professional use in broadcasting studios, public address systems and recording environments.

Features
• Dante focused interface for connection of external audio into or out of a Dante audio network
• 32 channel analog line input and 32 analog line outputs (48k/96kHz) using eight D-Sub connectors
• Dual redundant Ethernet jacks which support both primary and secondary connections
- Dante primary and secondary connectors support redundancy
- AES67 and Ravenna compatible
- Dante Controller for flexible routing
• Up to 96kHz/24-bit quality
• Equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables level monitoring of analog input/output signals
• Reference level dip switches for selectable DBu level metering
• LED display for signal level and overload per input/output channel
• Firmware updatable via Dante port
• Equipped with D-sub 25-pin connectors as line input/output connectors
• 1U rack mount size

Specifications
Formats
Sampling frequency: 44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k Hz
Quantization bit rate: 16 / 24-bit
Line Inputs
Connector: D-sub 25pin female 2
Locking screws: No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
Nominal input levels: +4dBu, +6dBu (only when maximum input level is +15dBu)
Maximum input levels: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
Input impedance: 10k? or higher
Line Outputs
Connector: D-sub 25pin female 2
Connector: No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
Output impedance: 200? or lower
Applicable load impedance: 2k? or higher
Nominal output levels: +4dBu, +6dBu (only when maximum output level is +15dBu)
Maximum output levels: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
Primary/Secondary
Connector: RJ-45 2
Transmission protocol: Dante
Gigabit Ethernet standard: 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab)
Cables: Category 5e or faster STP cables
Power
Requirements: AC 100 - 240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption: 22W
Physical
Dimensions: 19.0" 1.77" 11.96" / 483 45 303.8 mm
Weight: 7.7 lbs. / 3.5 kg
Standard accessories: Power cord, Rackmount screw kit, Owner's Manual
Audio Performance
ANALOG IN - Dante OUT
Frequency response:
• 20Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB/0.5dB (16dBFS input, 44.1k/48kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
• 20Hz to 40kHz +0.1dB/0.5dB (16dBFS input, 88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA
Distortion (THD+N): 0.001% or lower (1dBFS input, 1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
S/N ratio: 113dB or higher (44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Crosstalk: 115dB or higher (1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Dante OUT - ANALOG IN
Frequency response:
• 20Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB/0.5dB (16dBFS input, 44.1k/48kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
• 20Hz to 40kHz +0.1dB/1.0dB (16dBFS input, 88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Distortion (THD+N): 0.001% or lower (1dBFS input, 1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
S/N ratio: 110dB or higher (44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Crosstalk: 115dB or higher (1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)