INSTALLATION AND STARTUP GUIDE DNT Series DNT16i/DNT0212 Network Processors A trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd. Fill in for your records: Serial Number: Purchase Date: Rio Rancho, NM, USA www.lectrosonics.
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Installation and Quick Start Guide Table of Contents FCC Part 15 Compliance........................................................ 3 Important Safety Instructions.......................................................... 4 Overview.................................................................................. 5 What is Dante?..................................................................... 5 About the DNT Processors................................................... 5 Switched and Redundant Modes..
DNT Digital Processor Important Safety Instructions This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to the presence of uninsulated dangerous voltage inside the enclosure -- voltage that may be sufficient to constitute a risk of shock. This symbol, wherever it appears, alerts you to important operating and maintenance instructions in the accompanying literature. Please read the manual.
Installation and Quick Start Guide Overview What is Dante? Audinate’s patent pending Dante™ technology is a flexible Internet Protocol (IP) and Ethernet based digital AV network technology that eliminates the many bulky cables needed to provide point-to-point wiring for analog AV installations. With Dante, existing infrastructure can be used for high performance audio as well as for ordinary control, monitoring or business data traffic.
DNT Digital Processor DNT16i Front Panel System Recovery Mode Switch Status LEDs Recessed switch is used to recover after a failed firmware update. USB Port Standard USB connector for the setup and control from a computer using a Windows or Mac operating system. The USB port is also used for firmware updates.
Installation and Quick Start Guide DNT0212 Front Panel Headphone Monitor Firmware Update Mode Switch Standard 1/4 inch jack and level control. Drives both channels of stereo headphones. System Recovery Mode Switch Recessed switch used to place the processor into the firmware update mode. Status LEDs Recessed switch is used to recover after a failed firmware update. USB Port Standard USB connector for setup and control from a computer using a Windows or Mac operating system.
DNT Digital Processor DNT Control Panel Software DNT Series processors are set up and monitored using the DNT Control Panel program. The software will run on a Windows or Mac operating system. Use the disk included with every processor to install the software, or download the installer from the web site at: The next screen presents options on which components to install. It is recommended that you check all three so the Help System and USB Driver will be installed automatically.
Installation and Quick Start Guide About Dante Software Dante Controller is a second software package needed to route network audio signals between the processor and other nodes on a network. The software is downloaded from the Audinate web site and will run on Windows and Mac platforms. Dante Controller is used to assign the transmit and receive signals between multiple Dante devices.
DNT Digital Processor Mandatory Settings Dante Controller Software - Network Settings Connect the processor to the computer with the Dante Primary port either directly or through a gigabit switch. Confirm that the 1G and LINK/ACT LEDs next to the Dante port are flickering. Launch the Dante Controller software. A brief splash screen appears, followed by the Network View/Routing screen. The serial number of the connected processor will appear in the bars labeled Receivers and Transmitters.
Installation and Quick Start Guide DNT Control Panel Software - Signal Flow Configuration In each processor: The following signal connections and routing must be configured before the processor will pass signals. • Inputs • Matrix crosspoints • Outputs If DHCP is enabled and the IP address is assigned by a network server, the address will appear in the Network Settings dialog box. Otherwise a static IP address may be entered into the same dialog box.
DNT Digital Processor Hardware Connections Installing the chassis into a rack Install the chassis so that the cooling fan vent is not blocked. Mount with 4 rack screws using the appropriate mounting holes. Use nylon washers to prevent damage to the front panel’s finish when tightening the mounting screws. To configure the network interface, connect to the device via USB and click on Device Settings -> Network. The Network Settings dialog box will open.
Installation and Quick Start Guide Programmable Inputs Programmable Outputs Programmable inputs are provided to enable external control over a variety of parameters. Each input can respond to a contact closure, a DC voltage source, or the variable voltage output from a potentiometer. The following illustrates common connections to the programmable input pins.
DNT Digital Processor Network and PC Connections The DNT processors send and receive audio via the Dante network, and to and from local devices connected directly to them.
Installation and Quick Start Guide Signal Routing The signal flow screen of the DNT16i processor provides an overview with access to individual settings directly or by double clicking on an element. Each DNT processor has an internal matrix that can connect to local audio devices and Dante transmit and receive channels. The mixes created in this matrix are assigned to Dante transmit channels so they are then available to any Dante enabled device on the network.
DNT Digital Processor Replacement Parts and Accessories Replacement Parts DNTDISK DNT Software CD Accessories 21553 DB-9 Plug 21554 DB-9 Shell Kit 21499 Power Cord 21559 DB-25 Shell Kit 21558 DB-25 Connector 21580 5-pin Phoenix Connector 21713 USB Cable 35679 Screwdriver 16 LECTROSONICS, INC.
Installation and Quick Start Guide Service and Repair If your system malfunctions, you should attempt to correct or isolate the trouble before concluding that the equipment needs repair. Make sure you have followed the setup procedure and operating instructions. Check the interconnecting cables and then go through the Troubleshooting section in this manual.
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LIMITED THREE YEAR WARRANTY The equipment is warranted for three years from date of purchase against defects in materials or workmanship provided it was purchased from an authorized dealer. This warranty does not cover equipment which has been abused or damaged by careless handling or shipping. This warranty does not apply to used or demonstrator equipment. Should any defect develop, Lectrosonics, Inc. will, at our option, repair or replace any defective parts without charge for either parts or labor.
