Radial Engineering DiNet Dan-TX User's Guide

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DAN-TX

2-Chan Dante® Transmitter

User Guide

Radial Engineering Ltd.
1588 Kebet Way, Port Coquitlam
British Columbia, Canada, V3C 5M5

Tel: [phone] • Fax: [phone]

Email: [e-mail]

www.radialeng.com

Note: This device has been tested and found to comply with the limits
for a Class A digital device, according to Part 15 of the FCC Rules and

EN55022. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection
against harmful interference when the device is operated in a commercial environ­ment. This device generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and,
if not installed and used in accordance with the user manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. Operation of this device in a residential area
is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.

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Table of Contents Page

Overview................................................................................... 1-2

Features ................................................................................... 3-4

Getting Started .............................................................................5

Using as an Instrument DI Box ................................................ 6-7

Using with Unbalanced Signals ....................................................8

Using with Professional Line Level ...............................................9

Block Diagram ............................................................................10

Specications .............................................................................11

Warranty .......................................................................Back cover

Congratulations on purchasing the Radial DiNET DAN-TX™!
The DAN-TX is a high-resolution stereo direct box designed to
connect to a Dante™ enabled Ethernet network and seamlessly
convert analog audio to a digital format compatible with Dante.
This makes it ideal for connecting mono instruments such as
a bass or guitar, consumer line-level devices such as laptops,
tablets or CD players, or professional balanced +4dBu equipment
directly to a Dante network for easy routing and distribution to
other devices.

This manual covers the setup and operation of the DAN-TX in
various applications. Please take a few minutes to read through
and familiarize yourself with the DAN-TX features and functions.
If you have any questions that are not covered in this manual,
please consult the FAQ section on our website. This is where

we post the latest updates. If you still do not nd what you are

looking for, feel free to send us an email at [e-mail]
and we will do our best to reply in short order.

OVERVIEW

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The DiNET DAN-TX is an analog to digital converter that is designed to
take the signal from instruments or line level audio sources and transmit
them over an existing Dante-enabled network.

A typical direct box is a device that converts an unbalanced high­impedance instrument or consumer line level audio output to a balanced
low-impedance signal that can easily interface with a professional audio
system. The Radial DiNet DAN-TX provides the same input options of a
multi-media direct box, but converts the audio to a digital stream that is
suitable for direct connection to a Dante network over Ethernet.

The DAN-TX is equipped with a variety of connection options to make
it easy to connect with any type of audio equipment. The included
stereo 3.5mm, RCA and ¼” connectors are wired in parallel to allow
for immediate hookup of instruments, tablets, smartphones, consumer
audio devices, broadcast and professional audio equipment without the
need for adapter cables. When additional signal handling is required, the
switching ¼” jacks adapt to both unbalanced (TS) and balanced (TRS)
connectors to accommodate +4dBu sources, with a maximum input of
up to +28dBu.

The inputs of the DAN-TX are processed using high quality 24 bit/ 96kHz
analog-to-digital converters, providing two channels of Dante digital
outputs over a single Ethernet connector, and allowing easy integration
of analog audio devices with an existing Dante network.

The DAN-TX is easy to use, with no setup required at the box itself. It

is completely con gured by Dante Controller, which manages digital

audio routing across the Dante network. Dante Controller is a software
application by Audinate™ that allows the user to manage all Dante­enabled devices across a network. Use Dante Controller to route audio
from the DAN-TX to any number of destinations on the network. Simply
plug the DAN-TX into the network and it will automatically appear as an
available transmit device within Dante Controller. The DAN-TX will initially
have the name “DiNET-TX-xxxxxx”, where the last 6 digits will be the
unique media access control address (MAC address) of your DAN-TX. As
this can be changed to a user-generated name using Dante Controller,
we recommend writing down the MAC address of your unit in the space
provided below for future reference.

Record your DAN-TX MAC address here:

DiNET-TX-__________________

Dante Controller can be downloaded for free at www.audinate.com. For

the latest  rmware for your DiNET DAN-TX, visit www.radialeng.com.

To update the  rmware,  rst install the Dante Firmware Update Manager
from www.audinate.com. After downloading the latest  rmware from

www.radialeng.com you can deploy the update to the DAN-TX over
Ethernet from your computer.

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FEATURES

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1. ¼” INPUTS: Stereo inputs accommodate both balanced (TRS)
and unbalanced (TS) connectors for use with instruments or
professional +4dBu sources. When LINE/INST switch is set to INST,
LEFT becomes a mono input and RIGHT becomes a thru-put for

connection to an ampli er.

2. RCA INPUTS: Provided for connection to CD/DVD players and
other consumer level playback devices. Wired in parallel with the
¼” and 3.5mm inputs.

3. 3.5mm INPUT: Stereo TRS input for use with laptops, tablets and
phones. Wired in parallel with the ¼” and RCA inputs.

4. TRIM: Adjustable trim control to set input levels. Provides -10dB of
cut or +10db of gain at the min/max settings.

5. LINE/INST: Used to select between line
level or instrument level inputs. When
set to INST the ¼” stereo inputs are

recon gured as a mono instrument input

with a thru output.

6. PAD: Enables a -18dB input pad for high
output line level sources.

7. HPF: Enables a high pass  lter to roll off

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frequencies below 80Hz.

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8. +15V LED: Will illuminate when the DAN-TX is connected to
the included DC power adapter. A cable lock is provided to
prevent accidental power loss.

9. POWER: 15VDC connection for use with included Radial
power adapter when PoE is not available.

10. PoE LED: Will illuminate when the DAN-TX is receiving
power over Ethernet (PoE).

11. SIG/CLIP LEDs: Will illuminate when input signal is detected.
LED color will change to red at -6dBfs.

12. SYNC LED: Red LED is illuminated when unit is powered.
Green LED will illuminate once connected to an Ethernet
network. Flashing green LED indicates that the DAN-TX is
in master clock mode, solid green LED indicates that it is in
slave mode.

13. SYS LED: Red LED illuminates when power is  rst applied.

Switches to green LED once Dante processor becomes
active.

14. ETHERNET: Used to connect to the Dante enabled network
via CAT5e or CAT6 cable.

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GETTING STARTED

Power for the DAN-TX can be provided via Power
over Ethernet (PoE) from a PoE-capable network
switch or a separate PoE injector. Once power
is available, the side panel PoE LED indicator will
illuminate and the DAN-TX will be ready to use.

The included 15VDC power supply is provided
for use when PoE is not available. Once you have
connected the DAN-TX to the Ethernet Network, plug
in the power supply. The +15VDC LED will illuminate
and the DAN-TX will be ready to use.

As a backup option, the DAN-TX is designed to
be able to have both PoE and a 15VDC adaptor
connected at the same time. If one fails, the other will
maintain power without switch-over noise.

ETHERNET CONNECTION

The DAN-TX connects to the Ethernet Network using a standard CAT5e
or CAT6 cable. Once the Ethernet switch is connected to a computer
running the Dante controller software, the DAN-TX will appear as an
available transmit device.

USING THE DAN-TX AS AN INSTRUMENT DI BOX

The DAN-TX allows you to plug in an instrument such as a guitar or bass
and have it directly feed a Dante network, allowing it to be routed to a
distant mixing console, recording interface, or any other endpoint on the
network.

Start with the TRIM control at 12 o’clock and adjust the level as needed,
turning up if you require more signal, or down if the Left SIG/CLIP LED
indicator turns red. The TRIM control will not affect the signal level from
the THRU output. The PAD will also not affect the ¼” connections when
the DAN-TX is set to INST mode. To clean up excessive low frequency
content, engage the HPF on the side of the DAN-TX to roll off frequencies
below 80Hz.

When using the DAN-TX with a mono instrument, only the left channel of
the Dante output will be used. You still have access to the right channel
of the Dante output via the Right RCA connector or the ring of the 3.5mm
TRS input. This allows you to connect a mono line level source and a
mono instrument to the Dante network simultaneously. Note that the level
control will affect both inputs.

Dante network

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Set the LINE/INST switch to the INST setting to accept instrument level

signals. This con gures the ¼” inputs so that the LEFT/MONO will be your

instrument input, while the RIGHT connector changes to a THRU output
that is wired in parallel with the left input. You can use this connection

to simultaneously feed an ampli er on stage, just like you would with an

analog direct box.

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Note: When using the DAN-TX with an instrument and a stage amp, there
is the possibility of encountering hum or buzz from a ground loop when
using shielded Ethernet cables, due to the Dante network and the stage

ampli er receiving power from different sources. There are two solutions

to help alleviate the problem: 1. Use a CAT5e unshielded cable from the
DAN-TX to the Dante Network. Or 2. Insert an isolator between the DAN­TX and the stage amp, such as the StageBug SB-6™.

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DAN-TX WITH UNBALANCED CONSUMER AUDIO

When using the DAN-TX with consumer audio devices, typically either
the RCA connectors or the mini 3.5mm connector will be used, however,
the ¼” inputs can also be employed. With the LINE/INST switch set to
LINE, the DAN-TX will accept consumer line level signals such as those
from a CD player, laptop, tablet, or smartphone. Stereo keyboards can
also be connected to the DAN-TX in this mode. The TRIM control can

be used to  ne tune the level, and the PAD can be engaged should

further attenuation be required. Only one set of inputs should be used
at a time, as they will all sum together to the left and right Dante outputs
over Ethernet. To connect more than one device at a time to the Dante
network, use multiple DAN-TX units.

DAN-TX WITH PROFESSIONAL LINE-LEVEL EQUIPMENT

The DAN-TX can also be used with professional audio and broadcast
equipment such as mixing consoles and recording interfaces, with the
ability to handle extremely hot signal levels of up to +28dBu. The ¼”
connectors accept balanced TRS inputs, with +/-10dB of gain available
on the TRIM control, along with a -18dB pad to accommodate a wide
range of input levels. When the TRIM control is set to 12 o’clock and the
PAD is engaged, +18dBu = 0dBFS. Without the PAD engaged, or when
the DAN-TX is set to Instrument mode, 0dBu = 0dBFS. Ensure the LINE/
INST switch is set to LINE when connecting pro audio equipment to the
inputs of the DAN-TX.

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BLOCK DIAGRAM*

LINE/INST

CPU/

CODEC

SENSE

METER

HP

FILTER

TRIM AMP

20dB INPUT

PHY

DANTE

ETHERNET

TRIM AMP

20dB INPUT

CPU/

CODEC

SENSE

METER

HP

FILTER

SPECIFICATIONS*

Audio Circuit Type: ............................................................. High current balanced active input device

Number of Channels: .......................................................... 2

Sample Rate: ...................................................................... 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz

Bit Depth: ............................................................................ 24 bit

Frequency Response: ....................................................... 20Hz-20kHz

Idle Channel Noise: ............................................................ -108dB

Dynamic Range: ................................................................ 103dB

Channel Separation: ........................................................... >85dB

Equivalent Input Noise: ....................................................... -98dB

Total Harmonic Distortion + Noise: .....................................0.008% @ -6dBfs

IMD: ................................................................................... 0.0017% -10dBfs

Unbalanced Input Impedance - Instrument mode: ............. 240kOhm

Balanced Input Impedance - Line Mode: ............................ 40kOhm

Unbalanced Input Impedance - Line Mode: ........................ 20kOhm

Power Consumption: .......................................................... 1.25W

Features

Input Connectors: ............................................................... 2x 1/4” TS/TRS, 3.5mm TRS, 2x RCA

Output Connectors: ............................................................ RJ45 Ethernet

LED Indicators: ................................................................... SYNC, SYS, +15V, and PoE

Pad: .................................................................................... -18dB

HPF: .................................................................................. -12dB/octave @ 80Hz

General

Power: ................................................................................ 15VDC 400mA (included) or PoE

Power Over Ethernet (PoE) ................................................ Class 1 IEEE 802.3af

Construction: ...................................................................... 14-gauge steel

Finish: ................................................................................. Durable powder coat

Size (L x W x D): ................................................................. 5”x3.31”x1.99”

Warranty: ........................................................................... Radial 3-year, transferable

LINE/INST

INPUT

LEFT/MONO

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18dB PAD

DUAL RCA

DUAL RCA

3.5MM IN

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THREE YEAR TRANSFERABLE LIMITED WARRANTY

RADIAL ENGINEERING LTD. (“Radial”) warrants this product to be free from defects in

material and workmanship and will remedy any such defects free of charge according
to the terms of this warranty. Radial will repair or replace (at its option) any defective

component(s) of this product (excluding fi nish and wear and tear on components under

normal use) for a period of three (3) years from the original date of purchase. In the event
that a particular product is no longer available, Radial reserves the right to replace the
product with a similar product of equal or greater value. In the unlikely event that a defect
is uncovered, please call 604-942-1001 or email [e-mail] to obtain an

RA number (Return Authorization number) before the 3 year warranty period expires.

The product must be returned prepaid in the original shipping container (or equivalent)
to Radial or to an authorized Radial repair centre and you must assume the risk of loss
or damage. A copy of the original invoice showing date of purchase and the dealer name
must accompany any request for work to be performed under this limited and transferable
warranty. This warranty shall not apply if the product has been damaged due to abuse,

misuse, misapplication, accident or as a result of service or modifi cation by any other than

an authorized Radial repair center.

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BEYOND THE RESPECTIVE WARRANTY PERIOD DESCRIBED ABOVE OF THREE
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WARNING: This product contains chemicals known to the State of California to cause
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Please take proper care when handling and consult local government regulations before discarding.

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