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5.4. Audio Connections
5.4.1. Audio Channels
The XS server manages up to 64 embedded audio channels, depending on the chosen
variant and the installed hardware.
The embedded audio modules and codecs can be used as input or output channels for
embedded, digital (AES/EBU), or analog audio signals.
Depending on the server chassis or configuration, you can find the following audio
connectors on the rear panel:
• Digital audio:
◦ DA-15 connectors: 16 inputs and 16 outputs (110 Ohm balanced).
◦ BNC connectors: 8 inputs and 8 outputs (75 Ohm unbalanced).
Only on an XS 6U server.
◦ XLR connectors: 8 inputs and 8 outputs (110 Ohm balanced).
Only on an XS 6U server.
• Analog audio:
◦ DA-15 connectors: 16 inputs (high-balanced) and 16 outputs (600 Ohm drive
capable - breakout cables with XLR connectors available).
Only on an XS 6U server.
• Audio monitoring :
◦ DA-15 connector: 4 analog mono outputs (600 Ohm drive capable) (XS 4U).
◦ XLR connectors: 4 analog mono outputs (600 Ohm drive capable) (XS 6U).
See also section "Audio Specifications" on page 15 for full information on the available
audio hardware configurations.
The connectors are illustrated along with their respective pinouts in the following topics.
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