Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante™ Interface User Guide Issue 2, August 2015 This User Guide is applicable for serial numbers M5204-00151 and later with application firmware 1.3 and later and Dante firmware 1.3 (Ultimo 2.2.2.5) and later Copyright © 2015 by Studio Technologies, Inc., all rights reserved www.studio-tech.
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Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Table of Contents Revision History............................................................ 4 Introduction ................................................................... 5 Getting Started ............................................................. 8 Connections.................................................................. 8 Dante Configuration...................................................... 9 Operation ........................................
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Revision History Issue 2, August 2015: 1. Documents enhanced unit identification feature. 2. Adds improvements to IP address configuration assignment explanation. Issue 1, August 2014: 1. Initial release. Issue 2, August 2015 Page 4 Model 5204 User Guide Studio Technologies, Inc.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Introduction The Model 5204 Interface is a generalpurpose audio device that supports applications utilizing the Dante™ Audio-overEthernet media networking technology. Two 2-channel (“stereo”) analog line-level audio signals can be connected to the Model 5204 and then converted to two channels on an associated Dante connection. Analog audio signals connect to line input A by way of a 3-conductor (“stereo”) 3.5 mm jack.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Applications The Model 5204 is perfect for use in conjunction with a variety of fixed and portable audio equipment that offer analog output signals. An obvious application is with legacy equipment that only offers analog outputs. A few simple connections are all that’s required to covert those signals into the world of Audioover-Ethernet.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Ethernet Data and PoE The Model 5204 connects to a data network using a standard 100 Mb/s twistedpair Ethernet interface. The physical interconnection is made by way of a Neutrik® etherCON RJ45 connector. While compatible with standard RJ45 plugs, etherCON allows a ruggedized and locking interconnection for harsh or highreliability environments. An LED displays the status of the network connection.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Getting Started Included in the shipping carton are a Model 5204 Interface and a printed copy of this guide. As a device that is Powerover-Ethernet (PoE) powered, no external power source is provided. Should a PoE midspan power injector be required it must be purchased separately. Mounting Options There is no provision for directly mounting one or more Model 5204 units in an equipment rack.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Line Input B Line input B is intended for connection with two balanced line-level analog audio signal sources associated with professional audio and video equipment. These will include devices such as audio consoles, video storage and playback systems, wireless microphone receivers, and audio testing equipment. The audio quality is such that using line input B for on-air broadcast or streaming applications would be appropriate.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface The Model 5204 has a default Dante device name of ST-M5204 and a unique suffix. The suffix identifies the specific Model 5204 that is being configured (it relates to the MAC address of the Ultimo integrated circuit). The two Dante transmitter channels have default names of Ch1 and Ch2. Using Dante Controller the default device and channel names can be revised as appropriate for the specific application.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface How to Identify a Specific Model 5204 The Dante Controller software application offers an identify command that can be used to help locate a specific Model 5204. When identify is selected for a specific unit its meter LEDs will light in a unique pattern. In addition, the SYS and SYNC LEDs, located directly below the etherCON connector on the back panel, will slowly flash green.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Line Inputs A & B Combine It’s important to highlight that the Model 5204’s two 2-channel line inputs (A and B) combine in the analog domain. In effect the Model 5204 is a dual-input 2-channel (stereo) mixer and Dante converter. A signal present on channel 1 (left) of line input A and a signal present on channel 1 of line input B will combine (mix together or sum) after (“post”) the two level controls.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface be used to “probe” devices on a network for this information. For example, in Windows OS the arp –a command can be used to display a list of LAN information that includes MAC addresses and corresponding IP addresses. The simplest means of identifying an unknown IP address is to create a “mini” LAN with a personal computer connected directly to the Model 5204. Then by using the appropriate ARP command the required “clues” can be obtained.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Identifying the Firmware Version Number As previously discussed in this guide, upon power up the meter LEDs are used to briefly display the version number of the Model 5204’s firmware (embedded software). This information is typically only necessary when working with the factory on support issues. The meter LEDs will first go through a display sequence followed by an approximately 1-second period where the version number will be indicated.
Model 5204 Dual Line Input to Dante Interface Specifications Line Input B: Network Audio Technology: Type: 2-channel (“stereo”) electronically balanced, capacitor-coupled Type: Dante Audio-over-Ethernet Input Impedance: 20 k ohms Bit Depth: up to 24 Nominal Level: adjustable using rotary level control, +11 dBu @ 100% rotation Sample Rates: 44.1, 48, 88.
