The TASCAM ML-32D is a professional Dante-focused converter made specifically to insert or extract analog audio into or out of a Dante (Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet) network using external breakout devices that utilise Sub-D format connectors.

The ML-32D has four D-Sub inputs and four D-Sub outputs, which can easily be connected to any of the many devices that utilise D-Sub connectors such as microphone preamplifiers, large and small format console mixers, audio interfaces, amplifiers, and euro block connector devices. This simple, yet elegant, solution enables audio to be quickly and easily inserted into – or extracted from – the Dante audio stream.

Dante module firmware V1.2.0.0 now supports SMPTE ST-2110-30, which will enable a smooth IP transmission of PCM digital audio for structuring broadcast systems.

SMPTE ST-2110 is a video and audio IP network standard defined by SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers). SMPTE ST-2110 is designed to separately embed and transmit video, audio, and ancillary signals, reducing the de-embedding processing load and network load of each device, while also enabling users to de-embed only the packet data they desire for further edit. ST-2110-30 realises IP transmission of PCM digital audio, enabling high-precision synchronisation using PTP (IEEE1588-2008) and low-latency transmission. It is expected to become a network standard protocol in next-generation broadcasting systems.

Features

• Dante focused interface for connection of external audio into or out of a Dante audio network
• 32 channel analog line input and 32 analog line outputs (48kHz/96kHz) using 8 D-Sub connectors
• Dual redundant Ethernet jacks which support both primary and secondary connections
• Up to 24 bit/96kHz quality
• LED display for signal level and overload per input/output channel
• Reference level dip switches for selectable DBu level metering
• Firmware updatable via Dante port
• AES67 and Ravenna compatible

For more information, please visit the manufacturer's website.