Focusrite REDNET D16 AES User manual
User Guide
POWER
NETWORK
PRIMARY
SECONDARY
LOCKED
SAMPLE RATE
44.1 kHz
48 kHz
PULL UP/DOWN
IN
×2
1-2
3-4
×4
OUT
9-10
5-6
11-12 13-14
7-8
CLOCK SOURCE
WORD CLOCK
INPUT 1-2
INPUT 9-10
DARS
INTERNAL
15-16
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IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS
1. Read these instructions.
2. Keep these instructions.
3. Heed all warnings.
4. Follow all instructions.
5. Do not use this apparatus near water.
6. Clean only with dry cloth.
7. Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s
instructions.
8. Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug
has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding type plug has two blades and
a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If
the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the
obsolete outlet.
10. Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.
11. Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.
12.
13. Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.
14. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus
has been damaged in any way, such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has
been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain
or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.
No naked flames, such as lighted candles, should be placed on the apparatus.
The appliance coupler is used as the disconnect device, the disconnect device shall remain readily
operable.
Do not use a damaged or frayed power cord.
If the mains plug supplying the apparatus incorporates a fuse then it should only be replaced with a fuse
of identical or lower rupture value.
Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer,
or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/
apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
GB
FIN
NOR
SWE
The apparatus shall be connected to a mains socket outlet with a protective earthing connection.
Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla va rustettuumpistorasiaan
Apparatet må tikoples jordet stikkontakt
Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag
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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER
(OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within equilateral triangle, is intended
to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the
product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPARATUS
TO RAIN OR MOISTURE AND OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS, SUCH AS VASES, SHOULD NOT BE
PLACED ON THIS APPARATUS.
ENVIRONMENTAL DECLARATION
Compliance Information Statement: Declaration of Compliance procedure
Product Identification: Focusrite RedNet
Responsible party: American Music and Sound
Address: 4325 Executive Drive
Suite 300
Southaven
MS 38672
Telephone: 800-431-2609
This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause
harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired
operation.
For USA
To the User:
1. Do not modify this unit! This product, when installed as indicated in the instructions contained in this manual, meets
FCC requirements. Modifications not expressly approved by Focusrite may void your authority, granted by the FCC, to
use this product.
2. Important: This product satisfies FCC regulations when high quality shielded cables are used to connect with other
equipment. Failure to use high quality shielded cables or to follow the installation instructions within this manual may
cause magnetic interference with appliances such as radios and televisions and void your FCC authorization to use this
product in the USA.
3. Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to
part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of
this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which the user will be required to correct
the interference at his own expense
For Canada
To the User:
This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
RoHS Notice
Focusrite Audio Engineering Limited has conformed where applicable, to the European Union’s Directive 2002/95/EC on Restrictions
of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) as well as the following sections of California law which refer to RoHS, namely sections 25214.10,
25214.10.2, and 58012, Health and Safety Code; Section 42475.2, Public Resources Code.
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CONTENTS
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS .............................................. 2
INTRODUCTION ................................................................5
About this User Guide .........................................................5
Box Contents ................................................................6
INSTALLATION GUIDE ........................................................... 7
RedNet D16 Connections and Features ..........................................7
Front Panel ............................................................7
Rear Panel .............................................................8
Power Connection ............................................................9
IEC Power Cord Retaining Clip.............................................9
Physical Characteristics ......................................................10
Power Requirements ........................................................10
REDNET D16 OPERATION .......................................................11
First Use and Firmware Updates...............................................11
Pull Up and Pull Down Operation...............................................11
Sample Rate Converters......................................................11
OTHER REDNET SYSTEM COMPONENTS .......................................... 12
USING REDNET CONTROL.......................................................12
Signal Metering .............................................................12
Tools Menu.................................................................13
Sample Rate Conversion.................................................13
RedNet Clock Source ...................................................13
Audio Input 1–2 from XLR . ...............................................13
Audio Input 3–4 from RCA................................................13
RCA Output Source .....................................................13
Word Clock Output......................................................13
Word Clock Termination .................................................13
APPENDIX.................................................................... 14
Connector Pinouts...........................................................14
Ethernet Connector.....................................................14
DB-25 (AES59) Connector................................................14
XLR Connectors ........................................................14
PERFORMANCE AND SPECIFICATIONS............................................ 15
Focusrite RedNet Warranty and Service .........................................17
Registering Your Product .....................................................17
Customer Support and Unit Servicing ...........................................17
Troubleshooting ............................................................17
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INTRODUCTION
Thank you for purchasing the Focusrite RedNet D16.
RedNet D16 AES is a 1U 19in rack-mount interface featuring 16 channels of AES/EBU connectivity
to and from a Dante audio network – perfect for bridging between digital consoles, power amplifiers
or any other AES3 equipped audio equipment and a Dante network.
Dual rear-panel Ethernet connectors (primary and secondary) allow maximum network reliability
with seamless switchover to a standby network in the unlikely event of a network failure. These
ports can alternatively be used to daisy-chain additional units.
RedNet D16 AES has a Sample Rate Converter (SRC) on each input pair allowing instant operation
with any AES3 source irrespective of the sample rate or clocking of the Dante audio network.
Audio interface is provided by two standard 8-channel (AES59) Combined Digital I/O DB25 connections.
In addition, a duplicate of channels 1 & 2 is available on a pair of XLR3 connectors.
S/PDIF input and outputs are provided on RCA connectors; ideal for connecting CD players or solidstate recorders. The input replaces channels 3 & 4 in the DB25 connector while the output can be
assigned to replicate any adjacent odd/even pair.
Word Clock I/O on BNC connectors allows synchronisation of the Dante network to house clock, or
syncing external equipment to the Dante network. DARS reference can also be accepted via the XLR
input connector.
The RedNet D16 front panel contains a set of LEDs to confirm network status, sample rate, clock
sources and other device specific settings.
About this User Guide
This User Guide applies only to the RedNet D16 AES interface. It provides information about installing
a RedNet D16 and how to connect it into your system.
A RedNet System User Guide is also available from the RedNet product pages of the Focusrite
website. The Guide provides a detailed explanation of the RedNet system concept, that will help you
achieve a thorough understanding of its capabilities. The RedNet System User Guide also provides
information on the routing operations available within RedNet Control. We recommend that all users,
including those already experienced in digital audio networking, take the time to read through the
System User Guide so that they are fully aware of all the possibilities that RedNet and its software
have to offer.
Should either User Guide not provide the information you need, be sure to consult
www.focusrite.com/rednet, which contains a comprehensive collection of common technical support
queries.
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Box Contents
• RedNet D16 unit
• IEC AC mains cable
• IEC mains cable retaining clip (See instructions on page 9)
• 2m Cat 6 Ethernet cable
• RedNet Getting Started Guide
• Product registration card (Provides download information plus access to Dante Virtual Soundcard)
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