BLUSTREAM DA11ABL-WP-US Dante Audio Converters User Guide
- October 30, 2023
- BLUSTREAM
Table of Contents
BLUSTREAM DA11ABL-WP-US Dante Audio Converters User Guide
Introduction
The DA11ABL-WP-US is a multi-input / output wall plate to convert Bluetooth and analog audio within a digital Dante® networked audio system. The DA11ABL- WP-US converts 2 input channels of Bluetooth or unbalanced audio to Dante® digital audio, and 2 channels of Dante® audio to 2 x output channels of unbalanced audio. The DA11ABL-WP-US is a plug & play device that is powered using PoE (Power over Ethernet), or via 12V power supply, offers support for AES67 RTP audio transport and magnetic faceplate design allows installation into most single-gang US junction boxes. The DA11ABL-WP-US is the ideal BYOD interface to allow any Bluetooth device to stream audio wirelessly to a Dante® audio system.
FEATURES:
- Dante® network wall plate interface for Bluetooth and analog L/R audio inputs, and L/R audio outputs
- Converts 2ch Bluetooth, or un-balanced audio sources to Dante® audio
- Converts 2x Dante® audio channels to un-balanced audio outputs
- Adjustable input sensitivity from +24dBu to -28dBV via control software
- Adjustable output gain from +20dBu to -28 dBV via control software
- Supports: 44.1, 48 & 96kHz sample rates @ 16, 24 or 32 Bit
- Configurable Dante® device latency (supports 1, 2 or 5ms configurable using Dante® Controller)
- Supports AES67 RTP audio transport
- Features Class 0 IEEE 802.3af PoE for powering of product from any PoE switch
- Supports power via 12V DC adapter (not included) for when network switch does not support PoE
- Magnetic faceplate surround and US Decora style backbox compatibility
Front Panel
Rear Panel
Connections:
- Bluetooth LED – Illuminates when a Bluetooth connection is active
- Power LED – Illuminates when the DA11ABL-WP-US is powered on
- Audio In – Analog audio 3.5mm L/R stereo input jack. Connect to analog audio souce device for audio input
- Audio Out – Analog audio RCA L/R output. Connect to analog audio amplifier for audio output
- ID LED – Flashes to assist in identification of the device, controlled via control software or Dante Controller
- Bluetooth Pair Button – Press to activate Bluetooth Pairing mode. Press and hold for 3 seconds to disconnect Bluetooth devices. Press 2 times in quick succession to select audio input. Note settings can be adjusted via control software
- Program Port – Micro USB port to allow PC connectivity for configuration via control software and firmware updates
- Dante® (PoE) Port – RJ45 connector supporting PoE, connects to Dante® audio network
- DC Input – Connect to +12VDC power supply (not supplied) if device is not powered via a PoE switch
Dante Controller
Dante Controller software is required in order to setup and configure the
DA11ABL-WP-US as well as control your Dante network. Audinate provide
extensive training videos and documentation on their website. This can be
found here: http://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-controller
Upon connecting your DA11ABL-WP-US to a compatible network, the Dante
Controller software should automatically discover the device. The DA11ABL-WP-
US will appear in the Dante Controller with a name denoted with “DA11ABL-WP”.
On the “Routing” screen you can create audio routing between Dante
transmitters and receivers in your system.
Please ensure your PC is on the same network as your Dante devices. Dante is
not able to transmit over WiFi and it is recommended to hardwire into the
Dante network. Having multiple network devices enabled can also confuse the
Dante Controller software so it is recommended to disable WiFi during
configuration.
By default the DA11ABL-WP-US is shipped with its network settings set to
obtain an IP Address automatically. This means that if a DHCP server is
present on your network, it will provide the DA11ABL-WP-US with an IP Address.
If no DHCP server is present then the DA11ABL-WP-US will receive a default IP
Address in the 169.254.xxx.xxx range. To change the IP Address of the DA11ABL-
WP-US, you must enter the “Network Config” menu in the “Device Info” screen of
the Dante Controller software.
Advanced Dante Settings
It is also possible to change the settings of the DA11ABL-WP-US under the
“Device Info” screen in the Dante Controller software. To do so, select the
“Device Config” menu. Here we can adjust the sample rate of the DA11ABL-WP-US.
Please note that Dante products can only transmit or receive audio from other
Dante products that are set up with the same sample rate. A mismatch in sample
rate may stop audio from transmitting. Under the “Device Config” screen we can
also adjust the latency of the DA11ABL-WP-US from 1, 2 or 5 milliseconds.
Note: Bluetooth audio input and analogue L/R input cannot be directly routed to analogue audio out on the same Dante device (this is a functional limitation of the Dante Ultimo chipset).
Specifications
Audio Input Connections: 1 x Analog Left / Right audio (3.5mm stereo
jack)
Audio Output Connections: 2x Analog RCA (Left / Right)
Network Connection: 1 x PoE Dante® Ethernet Connection (RJ45)
Bluetooth Connection: Bluetooth V5.0 – SBC / MP3 / AAC / APT-X / APTX-LL
/ APTX-HD, 44.1K-48KHz 16 / 24Bit
Module Dimensions (W x H x D): 50mm x 104mm x 48mm (without faceplate)
Faceplate Dimensions (W x H x D): 70mm x 155mm x 5mm
Cut Out Dimensions (W x H x D): 46mm x 56mm x 39mm
Mounting Hole Spacing: US 83mm CTC
Backbox Mounting Depth: 40mm (min), 50mm (recommended), US single gang
junction box Shipping Weight: 0.5 Kg
Operating Temperature: 32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)
Storage Temperature: – 4°F to 140°F (- 20°C to 60°C)
Power Supply: Class 0 IEEE 802.3af PoE or 12v/1A DC 2-Pin Phoenix
connector
Package Contents
- 1 x DA11ABL-WP-US
- 1 x Magnetic Faceplate
- 1 x Quick Reference Guide
Acknowledgements
Dante® is a registered trademark of Audinate Pty Ltd.
Certifications
FCC NOTICE
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class
B digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are
designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a
residential installation. 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. However,
there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular
installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or
television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more
of the following measures:
- Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
- Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
- Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected.
- Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
CAUTION – changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
CANADA, INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICES
This Class B digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.Operation is
subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause
interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including
interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
This marking indicates that this product should not be disposed with other
household wastes. To prevent possible harm to the environment or human health
from uncontrolled waste disposal, recycle it responsibly to promote the
sustainable reuse of material resources. To return your used device, please
use the return and collection systems or contact the retailer where the
product was purchased. They can take this product for environmentally safe
recycling.
Web: www.blustream.com.au
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