Tascam ML-16D – 16-Channel Analogue-Dante-Analogue Converter

£1,394.00

Tascam ML-16D – 16-Channel Analogue-Dante-Analogue Converter Overview

The Tascam ML-16D converter allows you to insert or extract analog signals and convert them into a Dante network. The ML-16D features four D-Sub inputs and D-Sub outputs. Use these connectors to hook up D-Sub devices such as microphone preamplifiers, large and small format console mixers, and audio interfaces.The speed and reliability of Dante is now accessible regardless of what analog equipment you use. The ML-16D features very flexible routing to Dante-compatible devices and utilises the Audient Dante controller software to ensure a quick and easy setup. The ML-16D also features a very useful signal/overload indicator for each of the 16 channels so you can effectively monitor your levels.

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Convert with ease

Using the Tascam ML-16D you can easily transmit up to 16 analog line input/output signals. This is great for hooking up your older analog gear to your modern digital audio workstation. Access the ML-16D’s flexible routing by using the handy – and free – Audient Dante controller software helping you connect to your DANTE-compatible devices.

This Dante focused device makes the routing of your signals easier than ever. And with three different sample rates – being 44.1k, 48k, and 96k – you’ll be able to get the best possible quality from your instruments and devices. 16 channels of professional quality, top-class analog conversion.

Monitor your accurately

In order to detect problems or just to monitor your levels with a visual cue, Tascam have provided you with a 16-channel indicator. This allows you to watch your signal in, signal out, and overload. It indicates this with 96 LEDs on the front panel of the ML-16D. The indicator flashes when a signal level becomes lower than –60dBFs. This is extremely useful when trying to find trouble spots when more than a few inputs and outputs are being used.

Professionalism as standard

The five reference level settings on the ML-16D offer you a lot of options when fitting the rack-mounted converter into your own mixing environment. The five levels are: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, and +18dBu (the standard level is +4dBu) and +15dBu with the standard level being +6dBu. This allows you to set your levels to different broadcast standards like public address or broadcast studios.

Flexible connectivity

The ML-16D offers connectivity to input and output breakout boxes. The D-Sub 25-pin connectors are used as analog line input/output connectors which can be connected to optional breakout boxes. They can be connected to BO-16DE, BO-16X/IN, and BO-16DX/OUT boxes – all sold separately – which gives you a myriad of new connectivity options.

Features

  • Dante focused interface for connection of external audio into or out of a Dante audio network
  • Dual redundant Ethernet jacks which support both primary and secondary connections
    • Dante primary and secondary connectors support redundancy
    • AES67 and Ravenna compatible
    • Dante Controller for flexible routing
  • Up to 96kHz/24-bit quality
  • Equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables level monitoring of analog input/output signals
  • Reference level dip switches for selectable dBu level metering
  • LED display for signal level and overload per input/output channel
  • Firmware updatable via Dante port
  • Equipped with D-sub 25-pin connectors as line input/output connectors
  • 1U rack mount size
  • Optional BO-16DE (D-sub/Euro Block breakout box) supports Euro Block connectors
  • Using an optional BO-16DX/IN and BO-16DX/OUT (D-sub/XLR breakout box) supports XLR connectors

Specifications

  • Sampling frequency: 44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k Hz
  • Quantization bit rate: 16 / 24-bit
  • Line Inputs
    • Connector: D-sub 25pin female × 2
    • Locking screws: No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
    • Nominal input levels: +4dBu, +6dBu (only when maximum input level is +15dBu)
    • Maximum input levels: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
    • Input impedance: 10kΩ or higher
  • Line Outputs
    • Connector: D-sub 25pin female × 2
    • Connector: No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
    • Output impedance: 200Ω or lower
    • Applicable load impedance: 2kΩ or higher
    • Nominal output levels: +4dBu, +6dBu (only when maximum output level is +15dBu)
    • Maximum output levels: +24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
  • Primary/Secondary
    • Connector: RJ-45 × 2
    • Transmission protocol: Dante
    • Gigabit Ethernet standard: 1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab)
    • Cables: Category 5e or faster STP cables
  • Power: AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz
  • Power consumption: 22W 14W
  • Dimensions (WxHxD): 19.0″ × 1.77″ × 11.96″ / 483 × 45 × 303.8 mm
  • Weight: 7.7 lbs. / 3.5 kg 7.3 lbs. / 3.3 kg
  • Operating temperature range: 16F to 104?F / 0?C to 40?C
  • Standard accessories: Power cord, Rackmount screw kit, Owner’s Manual (including warranty)
  • Product code: ML-16D

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