BLUSTREAM DA11ARC 2ch HDMI ARC to Dante Encoder User Guide

: July 13, 2024
: BLUSTREAM

Table of Contents

BLUESTREAM DA11ARC 2ch HDMI ARC to Dante Encoder
Product Information
Product Usage Instructions
Introduction
FEATURES
Connections
Dante Controller
Web Interface Module
Settings Page
Specifications
Package Contents
Certifications
CANADA, INDUSTRY CANADA (IC) NOTICES
CORRECT DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT
FAQ
References
Read User Manual Online (PDF format)
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BLUESTREAM DA11ARC 2ch HDMI ARC to Dante Encoder

Product Information

Specifications

Model: DA11ARC
Power Supply: PS121PH (sold separately)
Web Interface Module: Yes
Default IP Address Range: 169.254.xxx.xxx
Default Username: bluestream
Default Password: 1234

Product Usage Instructions

Accessing Web Interface

To access the Web GUI for control and configuration:

Ensure the device is connected to the network.
Find the IP address of the DA11ARC (check Dante Controller’s device info screen).
Open a web browser and enter the IP address in the address bar.
Use the default username ‘blustream’ and password ‘1234’ to log in.

Changing Network Settings

To modify network settings to suit your system requirements:

Log in to the admin section of the Web GUI.
Navigate to the Settings Page.
Adjust network settings as needed.

Introduction

Our DA11ARC has been designed to encode HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) 2ch audio to a Dante® digital signal. The DA11ARC is a plug & play device that is powered using PoE (Power Over Ethernet). The DA11ARC also supports AES67 RTP audio transport.

FEATURES

Encodes HDMI ARC (Audio Return Channel) 2ch audio to a Dante® digital signal
Supports: 44.1, 48, & 96kHz sample rates @ 24 Bit
Configurable Dante® device latency (supports 2, 3, 4, 5 or 10ms configurable using Dante® Controller)
Input sensitivity/volume control adjustable via CEC, web GUI or API
Supports AES67 RTP audio transport
Features Class 0 802.3af PoE for powering of product from any PoE switch
Local 12v power supply input for when network switch does not support PoE*
PS121PH power supply sold separately

Connections

DC Input – Connect to +12VDC power supply (not supplied) if device is not powered via a PoE switch
Dante® Audio Input/Output – RJ45 socket connects Dante® network and powers device via PoE
HDMI ARC Audio Input – HDMI output connector connects to displays ARC HDMI Input®
Reset Switch – Press and hold to reset device

Contact: support@blustream.com.au | support@blustream-us.com | support@blustream.co.uk

Dante Controller

Dante Controller software is required in order to setup and configure the DA11ARC 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 DA11ARC to a compatible network, the Dante Controller software should automatically discover the device. The DA11ARC will appear in the Dante Controller with a name denoted with “DA11ARC”. 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.

It is also possible to change the settings of the DA11ARC 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 and the encoding bit rate of the DA11ARC. 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 DA11ARC from 2, 3, 4, 5 or 10 milliseconds.

Web Interface Module

The DA11ARC features an in-built Web GUI which can be used for control and configuration of the device. By default the device is set to DHCP, however if a DHCP server (eg: network router) is not installed the device will receive a link local address in the 169.254.xxx.xxx range. The device info screen of Dante Controller will provide you with the IP address information of each unit.

By accessing the IP address of the DA11ARC in your web browser, you will gain access the the unit’s web GUI. The following details will allow you to log in to the admin section:
The default Username is: bloodstream Default Password is: 1234
This will provide access to change the network settings to meet your system requirements.

Settings Page

Specifications

Audio Output Connector: 1 x RJ45, female (100 Mbps Dante® network) Audio Input Connector: 1 x HDMI, female (2ch ARC audio only)
Casing Dimensions (L x W x H): 120mm x 47mm x 26mm
Shipping Weight: 0.3 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 PD or 12V/1A DC 2-pin Phoenix connector

Package Contents

1 x DA11ARC
1 x Quick Reference Guide

Acknowledgments

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.

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