BLUSTREAM DA22XLR-WP XLR Dante Audio Wall Plate User Guide
- June 13, 2024
- BLUSTREAM
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BLUSTREAM DA22XLR-WP XLR Dante Audio Wall Plate
Product Information
The DA22XLR-WP is a versatile audio device that provides balanced or unbalanced analogue audio input and output. It features various connections and controls for easy adjustment of input sensitivity, output gain, and phantom power. The device is compact and comes with a magnetic faceplate for easy installation.
Features:
- Analogue Audio Input – XLR connector for balanced or unbalanced audio input
- Input Sensitivity Dial – Adjusts the input sensitivity of the analogue audio input connections
- Analogue Audio Output – XLR connector for balanced or unbalanced audio output
- Output Gain Dial – Adjusts the output gain of the analogue audio output connections
- 48V Phantom Power Switch – Enables/disables 48V phantom power for microphones on corresponding input
- Power Status Indicator – Illuminates when the device is powered on
- Micro USB Port – Used for firmware updates
Specifications:
- Package Contents: 1 x DA22XLR-WP, 1 x Magnetic Faceplate, 1 x Quick Reference Guide
- Configuration Switches: 4 x 5 position rotary dials (Sensitivity / Gain), 2 x Push button (48V Phantom power)
- Firmware Upgrade: 1 x Micro-USB UART port
- Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 136mm x 76mm x 45mm (without faceplate)
- Faceplate Dimensions (L x W x H): 146mm x 86mm x 5mm
- Cut Out Dimensions (L x W x H): 109mm x 50mm x 36mm
- Power Supply: Class 0 IEEE 802.3af POE PD or 12V/1A DC, 2-Pin Phoenix connector
- Certifications: FCC
Usage Instructions
- Connect the audio source to the Analogue Audio Input using an XLR cable.
- Adjust the input sensitivity by rotating the Input Sensitivity Dial. Align the arrow to the desired switch position based on the required input level.
- Connect the amplifier or audio output device to the Analogue Audio Output using an XLR cable.
- Adjust the output gain by rotating the Output Gain Dial. Align the arrow to the desired switch position based on the required output level.
- To enable or disable 48V phantom power for microphones, press the 48V Phantom Power Switch. The switch illuminates when 48V is enabled.
- Ensure that the device is powered on by checking the Power Status Indicator.
- For firmware updates, use the Micro USB Port and follow the provided instructions.
Note: When using a microphone, it is recommended to use switch positions 3-5 to avoid clipping of the input signal due to low input signal from microphones.
Introduction
The DA22XLR-WP is a multi-input / output wall plate to convert analogue audio within a digital Dante® networked audio system. The DA22XLR-WP features 2 input channels of balanced/unbalanced / MIC audio with switchable 48V phantom power and 2 output channels of balanced/unbalanced audio. The DA22XLR-WP 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 for both UK & EU backbox compatibility. The DA22XLR-WP is the ideal BYOD interface to a Dante® audio system.
FEATURES:
- Dante® network wall plate interface for 2 x audio inputs and 2 x audio outputs
- Converts 2 x balanced/unbalanced / MIC audio sources to Dante® audio channels
- Converts 2 x Dante® audio channels to balanced/unbalanced audio outputs
- Switchable 48V Phantom power for each MIC XLR input
- Adjustable MIC/line sensitivity from +24dBu to -28dBV for each XLR input
- Adjustable line gain from +18 dBu to -10 dBV for each XLR output
- Supports: 44.1, 48 & 96kHz sample rates @ 24 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 (supplied) for when network switch does not support PoE
- Magnetic faceplate surround allowing for both UK & EU backbox compatibility
OVERVIEW
Front Panel
- Connections:
1. **Analogue Audio Input –** XLR connector for balanced or unbalanced analogue audio input
2. **Input Sensitivity Dial –** Rotate to adjust the input sensitivity of the analogue audio input connections
3. **Analogue Audio Output –** XLR connector for balanced or unbalanced analogue audio output
4. **Output Gain Dial –** Rotate to adjust the output gain of the analogue audio output connections
5. **48V Phantom Power Switch –** Press to enable/disable 48V phantom power for microphones on corresponding input, illuminates when 48V is enabled
6. **Power Status Indicator –** Illuminates when the device is powered on power input
7. **ID LED Indicator –** Flashes when this device is identified through Configurator
8. **Micro USB Port –** Used for firmware updatesRear Panel
- Connections:
1. **Dante® Network Connection (PoE) –** RJ45 connection to connect to network switch
2. **Power Port –** Use 12V/1A DC adaptor (not included) when PoE is not available to power deviceInput Senstivity / Output Gain
The DA22XLR-WP features rotary dials that allow for the adjustment of both
the input sensitivity and output gain of each of the analogue channels. Simply
rotate the dial and align the arrow to one of the 5 switch positions. The
input sensitivity or output gain level will correspond to the position as per
the table adjacent (also printed under the faceplate of the device itself).
Please note: Due to the low input signal from microphones, when using a
microphone we recommend only using switch positions 3-5 to avoid clipping of
the input signal.
Dante® Controller
Dante® Controller software is required in order to set up and configure the
DA22XLR-WP as well as control the 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 the DA22XLR-WP to a compatible network, the Dante® Controller
software will automatically discover the device. The DA22XLR-WP will appear in
the Dante® Controller with a name prefixed as “DA22XLR-WP”. On the “Routing”
screen, audio can can be routed between Dante® transmitters and receivers in
the system. Please ensure the PC is on the same network as the 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.
Advanced Dante® Settings
By default the DA22XLR-WP is shipped with its network settings set to obtain
an IP address automatically. This means that if a DHCP server is present on
the network, it will provide the DA22XLR-WP with an IP address. If no DHCP
server is present then the DA22XLR-WP will receive a default IP address in the
169.254.xxx.xxx range. To change the IP address of the DA22XLR-WP, enter the
“Network Config” menu in the “Device Info” screen of the Dante® Controller
software. It is also possible to change the settings of the DA22XLR-WP within
the “Device Info” screen in the Dante® Controller software. To do so, select
the “Device Config” menu. The sample rate of the DA22XLR-WP can be adjusted
here.
Please note: 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, the latency of the DA22XLR-WP can be
adjusted from 1, 2 or 5 milliseconds.
Specifications
- Audio Input Connectors: 2 x Analogue balanced/unbalanced 3-Pin XLR connector Audio Output Connectors: 2 x Analogue balanced/unbalanced 3-Pin XLR connector Network Connectors: 1 x PoE Dante® Ethernet Connection (RJ45)
- Configuration Switches: 4 x 5 position rotary dials (Sensitivity / Gain), 2 x Push button (48V Phantom power)
- Firmware Upgrade: 1 x Micro-USB UART port
- Module Dimensions (L x W x H): 136mm x 76mm x 45mm (without faceplate)
- Faceplate Dimensions (L x W x H): 146mm x 86mm x 5mm
- Cut Out Dimensions (L x W x H): 109mm x 50mm x 36mm
- Mounting Hole Spacing: UK 121mm CTC, EU 60mm CTC
- Backbox Requirements: UK double gang backbox / EU double gang backbox
- Shipping Weight: 0.6kg
- 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 PD or 12V/1A DC, 2-Pin Phoenix connector
Package Contents
- 1 x DA22XLR-WP
- 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 the 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 of 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.
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References
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