User Manual

RUio16-D Owner’s Manual
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How to Connect via
Dante
There are two ways to connect this
product to a Dante network.
Daisy Chain Network
A daisy chain is a wiring scheme in
which multiple devices are connected
together in sequence. In this way,
networking is simple and requires no
network switches.
Star Connection
With a star connection, the network
switches are at the center of the
network, to which other devices are
connected. This kind of connection will
also support large-scale networks over
a wide range of bands, through the
use of network switches that support
GbE. For star connections, we
recommend using network switches
that offer a variety of functions to
control and monitor networks (such as
clock synchronization of desired data
lines, QoS for prioritizing audio
transmission and so on).
Also, by creating a redundant network
when using a star connection, you can
build an environment that is much
more robust in terms of failure than a
daisy-chain network.
NOTE
• This product is set up for use in a daisy chain
by factory default. If you wish to use a star
connection, configure the settings with Dante
Controller.
• See the Audinate website for more
information on Dante.
RUio16-D
Other Dante-
enabled device
Digital mixer
PRIMARY
PRIMARY
SECONDARY
RUio16-D
Primary Dante
Secondary Dante
Digital mixer
Computer (Dante Controller)
Network switch A
Network switch B
Audio I/O