Datasheet

50668-1018, Issue 1
Key Features
• Dante® audio-over-Ethernet technology
• Eight mic/line inputs to Dante outputs
• Eight Dante inputs to line-level analog outputs
• Flexible monitoring with metering and headphone output
• Three Gigabit Ethernet interfaces
• Standard connectors
• Excellent audio quality
• AC mains and 12 volt DC powering
• Lightweight enclosure, single rack-space (1U) mounting
Introduction
The Model 5418 Mic/Line Interface provides a simple yet
high-performance means of interfacing analog signals with
applications that utilize Dante® audio-over-Ethernet media
networking technology. Eight analog microphone- or line-level
sources can be connected to the unit and then output in the
digital domain by way of a Dante interface. Eight digital audio
signals, which arrive by way of Dante, are converted to analog
and then output as balanced line-level signals. Configuration
choices also allow other audio signals to be selected as the
sources for the analog output channels. A monitor section
allows the input and output signals to be selectively observed
using meters and a headphone output.
The Model 5418 is a fully professional product that offers
the audio quality, features, and reliability required by 24-hour
on-air and commercial applications. Located on the unit’s
front panel, the eight mic/line audio inputs use standard
3-pin female XLR connectors for easy interfacing with bal
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anced and unbalanced sources. The input circuitry features
adjustable gain, P48 phantom power, and high-pass filter
functions. Configuration of the inputs can be made locally by
using pushbutton switches and an OLED display. Alternately,
the STcontroller software application allows remote control of
the input parameters. The analog mic/line input audio signals
are converted to 24-bit PCM digital and then transported via
the Dante interface.
Using the Dante Controller software application, eight digital
audio signals can be routed (subscribed) to the Model 5418
via the Dante interface. These input signals are then converted
to analog and provided to users as balanced line-level analog
outputs. One 25-pin female D-subminiature connector, located
on the unit’s back panel, provides access to the eight analog
outputs.
The monitor section provides the user with the ability to select
any input or output signal, or signal pair, for monitoring using
the 2-channel (stereo) headphone output. A configuration
choice allows selected analog outputs to provide a monitoring
function for connection to inputs on amplified loudspeakers.
The OLED display offers level metering functions which allow
the input or output audio signals to be visually monitored.
The Model 5418 provides three Gigabit Ethernet (“GigE”)
network interfaces, two to support redundant Dante operation
and the third for accessing the management menu system.
To meet the latest interoperability standard the Model 5418’s
Dante implementation supports AES67-2018. The unit also
supports the Dante Domain Manager™ (DDM) software
application. An integrated web server allows fast and flexible
monitoring and configuration of the unit’s networking, audio,
and Dante performance. Front-panel indicators, an OLED
display, and pushbutton switches provide users with direct
access to key operating parameters.
The Model 5418 can be powered by 100-240 V, 50/60 Hz
mains or a source of 12 volts DC. Both can be simultaneously
connected to provide redundant operation. The lightweight
enclosure mounts in one space (1U) of a standard 19-inch
Model 5418 Mic/Line Interface