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ManualsBrandsSTUDIO TECHNOLOGIES ManualsNetwork Audio + VideoModel 5422A-02 - Dante Intercom Audio Engine

50706-1220, Issue 1

Key Features

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Dante audio-over-IP technology with AES67 and DDM

support

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Creates multiple virtual party-line (PL) intercom circuits

• Special audio functions including summing, IFB, and audio

switching

• Auto Mix for enhanced audio performance

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Perfect for REMI/At-Home production applications

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Two versions available: one or two 32-channel audio

engines

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Three Gigabit Ethernet interfaces support independent

redundant Dante and management networks

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Webpage management and USB flash drive software

updating

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AC mains and 12 volts DC powering

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Lightweight enclosure, single rack-space (1U) mounting

Overview

The Model 5422A Dante Intercom Audio Engine is a high-

performance, cost-effective, and flexible solution for creating

party-line (PL) intercom circuits when used with Dante-com

patible products. These include the Studio Technologies range

of 1-, 2- and 4-channel intercom beltpacks. The Model 5422A

will also prove valuable in a variety of other general audio and

broadcast-related mixing, IFB (talent cueing), and interfacing

applications. The unit is suitable for use in fixed and mobile

broadcast facilities, post-production studios, commercial and

educational theater environments, and entertainment appli

cations. Only power and Ethernet network connections are

required for the Model 5422A to provide a powerful resource in

a variety of Dante applications. The Model 5422A is available

in two versions – one with 32 input and output channels and

the other with 64 input and output channels.

The Model 5422A provides three Gigabit Ethernet (“GigE”)

network interfaces, two which can support redundant Dante

operation and a third for accessing the management menu

system. To meet the latest interoperability standard the unit’s

Dante implementation meets the requirements of AES67.

Support for the Dante Domain Manager™ (DDM) software

application is also provided. An integral web server allows

fast and flexible configuration of the unit’s audio, networking,

and Dante performance. Front-panel indicators, a graphics

display, and pushbutton switches provide personnel with direct

access to key operating parameters. The Model 5422A can be

DC. The lightweight enclosure mounts in one space (1U) of a

standard 19-inch rack.

Applications

The Model 5422A is compatible with many Dante-compliant

devices including the extensive range of intercom beltpacks

from Studio Technologies. These include the single-channel/

dual-listen Model 372A and Model 373A, the 2-channel Model

370A and Model 371A, and the 4-channel Model 374A. The

Model 5422A will also function directly with other Dante-sup

porting devices such as the Model 348 Intercom Station and

Model 391 Dante Alerting Unit. In addition, the Model 5422A

can function with matrix intercom systems, audio consoles, and

wireless intercom base stations.

Model 5422A

Dante

Intercom Audio Engine

Model 5422A Front View (top) and Model 5422A-01 Rear View (bottom, typical for Model 5422A-02)

Summary of content (5 pages)

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Model 5422A Dante® Intercom Audio Engine Key Features • Dante audio-over-IP technology with AES67 and DDM support required for the Model 5422A to provide a powerful resource in a variety of Dante applications. The Model 5422A is available in two versions – one with 32 input and output channels and • Creates multiple virtual party-line (PL) intercom circuits the other with 64 input and output channels.
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Pro Audio Quality and Auto Mix The 32 channels offered by an audio engine can be configured The Model 5422A supports 24-bit, 48 kHz sampling rate digi- into what are called groups. Simple configuration choices in tal audio signals that interface using Dante. The unit’s audio the Model 5422A’s menu pages allow the number of groups circuitry was designed to meet the demands of professional and their sizes to be selected.
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By each user receiving a mix-minus signal precise control of A Model 5422A can have as few as two independent IFB func- each user’s sidetone audio level and overall audio quality can tions by selecting a 4-channel group. Selecting a 32-channel be maintained. The Auto Mix function can be enabled for use group can provide 16 independent IFB functions.
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from Studio Technologies use Ultimo.) While an excellent cost- In the Redundant mode two independent Ethernet connections effective means of implementing Dante, using Ultimo has are made to the Model 5422A’s two Dante Ethernet ports, several limitations. The first is its ability to support only two enabling Dante’s redundant networking capability. Again, the transmitter and two receiver flows.
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Model 5422A Specifications Applications: Designed to create multiple party-line (PL) circuits in Dante audioover-IP environments. Also provides functions for use in Remote Integration (REMI) and At-Home production applications. This includes summing (mixing) of audio channels, IFB (talent cueing) creation, and audio switching functions for general-purpose applications. Special Dante pass-thru mode allows flow-limited and non-AES67-compliant Dante devices to participate in more advanced applications.