• Ideal for Broadcast, Theatre and Pro Audio
• 8 Analogue Audio Outputs
• Dante & AES67 Compatible
• Redundant Network interface
• Network Remote Control & Configuration
• Redundant PoE
• Also Available in AES67/Ravenna Version

The DARK8O provides 8 analogue outputs from a Dante/AES67 network using XLR connections. The network link is via primary and redundant copper Ethernet or SFP fibre modules. Power is on PoE or external DC. 

The compact throw down box style makes the DARK8O very useful as a high quality utility output interface for your Dante or AES67 network.

Also Available in AES67/Ravenna Version

Specification for Both Dante and Ravenna Versions. Scroll Down for Details.

AUDIO
Maximum Output Level: +18dBu
Fs line up: 0dBFS = + 18dBu
Frequency Response: >-0.25dB 20Hz to 22kHz
Output Impedance: <=50 Ohms
Distortion: (REF +8dBu output)
0.008% @ 100Hz
0.007% @ 1kHz
0.005% @ 10kHz
Noise: -93dB@line up A weighted RMS
Dynamic Range: 111dB
Interchannel Crosstalk: >109dB
Output Type: Electronically balanced (can be wired unbalanced)
Network Sample Rates: 32 - 192kHz

POWER
PoE Inputs: 2 of standard 48V.
One on each network RJ45
PoE Consumption: Total unit consumption <15Watts
Ext DC Input: 2.5mm Barrel Connector, Centre +Ve, 9 to 15V

PHYSICAL
Size: 59x 157 x 238mm (H x D x W)
Weight: 1.20Kg
Mechanics: All aluminium construction, anodized panels and laser etched front & rear panels
Shipping Carton: Rugged export quality cardboard carton 610 x 420 x 130mm (L x D x H)
Shipping Weight: 2.5Kg

ENVIRONMENTAL
Operating Temperature: 0 to +50°C (32 to 122°F)
Storage Temperature: -20 to +70°C (-4 to 158°F)
Relative Humidity: 0 to 95% non-condensing
INCLUDED ITEMS
Network Cable: 1 of 2 metre RJ45 Cable
Handbook: A5 paper handbook (download also available)

NETWORK OPTIONS:

DANTE/AES67 VERSION
Physical: 2 x Neutrik Ethercons Cat6 RJ45s & 2 x SFP slots
Type: Fully redundant primary & secondary circuits
Sample Frequency: 48K
Resolution: 24 Bit
Control & Routing: Via Free Dante Controller
AES67: Can be configured for AES67

RAVENNA/AES67 VERSION
Physical: 2 x Neutrik Ethercons Cat6 RJ45s & 2 x SFP slots
Type: Fully redundant primary & secondary circuits
AES67: Yes
High Sample Rates: 44.1kHz - 192kHz
PTPv2: Master or Slave, IEEE-1588-2008 standard
SMPTE ST 2110-30: Yes. Including level C and CX
SMPTE ST2022-7: Yes. Seamless data switching
NMOS IS-04 (Disovery): Yes
NMOS IS-05 Routing): Yes
Remote Control: Web browser or Aneman

• DARK8O manual V3.
• Dark8O V2 WEB Brochure
• RAVENNA AES67 quick-start guide v1

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