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RDL DD-BN40 Wall-Mounted Bi-Directional Mic/Line Dante Interface

RDL DD-BN40 Wall-Mounted Bi-Directional Mic/Line Dante Interface

SoundPro Item: 55776 | Part Number: 001-5720

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  • Dante Network Interface for Four Audio Inputs and Two Audio Outputs
  • Four XLR Front-Panel Inputs
  • Converts Four Standard XLR Mic or Line Audio Sources to Dante Network Channels
  • Each XLR Input is Switch Selectable for Mic or Line
  • Switch-Selectable Mic Gain: 40 dB, 48 dB or 62 dB
  • Switch-Selectable 48 V Mic Phantom (P48)
  • Switch-Selectable Line Gain: Unity, 12 dB or 19 dB
  • Converts Two Dante Network Audio Signals to Line Level
  • Rear Panel Outputs Switch Selectable Balanced +4 dBu or Unbalanced -10 dBV
  • Special Software Not Required for Module Setup
  • Studio Quality, Low-Noise Performance
  • High Resolution 24 Bit Analog to Digital and Digital to Analog Conversion
  • Legendary RDL Analog Filtering Enhances Superb Audio Performance

The DD-BN40 Wall-Mounted Bi-Directional Mic/Line Dante Interface from RDL is a complete wall-mounted Dante audio network interface. It features four XLR mic or line inputs on the front panels and two line outputs on a rear-panel detachable terminal block. Special software is not required to configure the DD-BN40. Each input provides three switches that may be set from the front of the unit when the cover plate is not installed. One switch enables or disables P48 phantom for that input; the second switch selects the mic or line gain range; the third switch sets the gain. Each output provides a switch to set the output to balanced professional or unbalanced consumer level. The DD-BN40 fits a standard US dual-gang electrical box or an RDL WB-2 back box for installations in thinner European or equivalent walls. The DD-BN40 is PoE powered, and is available in multiple finishes with optional customized graphics.

The four XLR inputs are each converted to a separate Dante network transmit channel. Three gain settings are switch-selectable for both the mic and line input ranges to match condenser or dynamic mic levels and standard line levels.

Two Dante audio channels are converted to balanced line level. Each output provides +4 dBu balanced for a network digital audio level of -20 dBFS. Each output is equipped with a selector to unbalance the audio and attenuate the level to -10 dBV. These switches are located on the top of the chassis and are set by the installer prior to mounting the unit. The outputs are connected through a detachable terminal block.

The outputs are intended for connection to RDL AMS connectors mounted in Decora-style plates that match the DD-BN40. AMS audio connectors include RCA, Mini and XLR jacks. The output plate may be located together with the DD-BN40 in a triple gang box or may be mounted remotely in a single box.

Valid PoE power and synchronization to the Dante network are indicated by green LEDs visible from the front of the unit.

The DD-BN40 is a professional grade product with discrete mic preamplifiers for studio quality fidelity and low noise performance, coupled through metal XLR jacks housed in a stainless steel chassis with dual powder-coated or stainless steel Decora front plates.

The DD-BN40’s superior performance specifications make it ideally suited to the most demanding installations, and an exceptional value in commercial networked audio systems. This full-featured product is engineered and manufactured in the U.S.A for continuous duty in demanding installations. Designed to outperform. Built to last

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Specifications

Dimensions
Bit Depth Supported
24 bits
Dimensions
3.52" (8.94 cm) W; 4.11" (10.44 cm) H; 2.09" (5.31 cm) D
Package Dimensions
3.625 x 4.625 x 2.125 in.
Weight
Shipping Weight
1.1115 lbs.
WEEE Weight
0.96 lbs.
Electrical
Standard for Phantom
IEC 61938: 2013
THD+N
< 0.1% (20 Hz to 20 kHz, +4 dBu/-20 dBFS); 0.015% at 1 kHz (typ)
Power Requirement
PoE Class 0, IEEE 802.3af
Audio
Digital Audio Ethernet Protocol
Dante
Audio Operating Level
-20 dBFS = +4 dBu
Input Impedance
> 2.5 kΩ (MIC); > 5 kΩ (LINE)
Phantom Power
P48, 48 Vdc, switch-selectable
Frequency Response
20 Hz to 20 kHz (± 0.5 dB)
Crosstalk
Below Noise Floor (20 Hz to 20 kHz at operating level, any input to any input, max. mic gain)
Output Impedance
150 Ω balanced; 2.5 kΩ unbalanced
THD
< 0.01% (1 kHz)
Connectivity
Network Connector
RJ45 with Link and Speed indicators
Inputs (4)
XLR (female)
Input Level (for +4 dBu/-20 dBFS)
Mic: -36 dBu (LO), -44 dBu (MED), -58 dBu (HI); Line: +4 dBu (LO), -8 dBu (MED), -15 dBu (HI)
Input Level (maximum)
Mic: -16 dBu (LO), -24 dBu (MED), -38 dBu (HI); Line: +24 dBu (LO), +12 dBu (MED), +5 dBu (HI)
Selectors per Input (3)
Phantom, Mic/Line, Gain
Equivalent Input Noise
-130 dBu (62 dB gain); -132 dBu A-Weighted
Outputs (2)
Balanced, detachable terminal block
Output Level (operating)
+4 dBu (nominal) balanced; -10 dBV (nominal) unbalanced, switch-selectable
Output Level (maximum)
+24 dBu balanced; +10 dBV unbalanced
Construction
Gain
Mic: 40 dB (LO), 48 dB (MED), 62 dB (HI); Line: Unity (LO), 8 dB (MED), 19 dB (HI)
General
Transmission Rate
100 Mbps
Sample Rates Supported
44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (default)
Reference Level
0 dBFS = +24 dBu
Noise Below -20 dBFS (20 to 20 kHz)
Mic: < -72 dB (LO), < -72 dB (MED), < -68 dB (HI); Line: < -72 dB (LO), < -72 dB (MED), < -70 dB (HI)
Noise
< -80 dB (below +4 dBu or -10 dBV); < -100 (below +24 dBu)
Headroom Above +4 Dbu Or -10 dBV
20 dB
Indicators (4)
Ethernet Link and Speed (2, rear panel); Sync and Power (2, front panel)
Ambient Operating Environment
0° C to 40° C; 30° C maximum recommended
Specification Conditions
Gain/Level: ± 1 dB; Source termination: 150 Ω; A to D values measured in digital domain
Audio Performance
CMRR
> 65 dB (50 Hz to 120 Hz)

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