Datasheet

Studio Technologies, Inc. Model 5304 Intercom Station, Issue 3, Page 4
Ethernet Data and PoE
The Model 5304 connects to a Ethernet local-area network
(LAN) using a standard 100 Mb/s twisted-pair Ethernet
interface. The physical interconnection is made by way of
an RJ45 jack. Two LEDs display the status of the network
connection.
The Model 5304’s operating power is provided by way
of the Ethernet interface using the 802.3af Power-over-
Ethernet (PoE) standard. This allows fast and efficient in-
terconnection with the associated data network. To support
PoE power management, the Model 5304’s PoE interface
reports to the power sourcing equipment (PSE) that it’s a
class 2 (low power) device.
Future Capabilities and Firmware
Updating
The Model 5304 was designed such that its capabilities
and performance can be easily enhanced in the future. A
USB connector, located on the unit’s back panel, allows the
application firmware (embedded software) to be updated
using a standard USB flash drive. The Model 5304 uses an
UltimoX4™ integrated circuit from Audinate to implement
its Dante interface. The firmware in this integrated circuit
can be updated via the Ethernet connection, helping to
ensure that its capabilities remain up to date.
Deployment
The Model 5304 is ready, “out of the box,” for deployment
on a desk, table, or other flat surface. Its compact enclosure
is essentially “½-rack” wide and one rack space high. The
RMBK-10 installation kit, purchased as an option, allows
one unit to be mounted in a panel cutout or on a wall
surface. Three other installation kits, also purchased as
options, allow one or two Model 5304 units to be mounted
in one space (1U) of a standard 19-inch rack. The RMBK-11
allows one Model 5304 unit to be mounted on the left or
right side of a single rack space. The RMBK-12 allows two
Model 5304 units to be mounted in a single rack space. The
RMBK-12 also allows a Model 5304 to be mounted with
any other compatible Studio Technologies’ unit, including
the popular Model 5421 Dante Intercom Engine. Finally,
the RMBK-13 allows one Model 5304 to be mounted in the
center of a single rack space.