The Better Way to Connect AV
Dante replaces point-to-point audio and video connections with easy-to-use, scalable, flexible networking. Adopted by hundreds of manufacturers in thousands of professional products, Dante is the de facto standard for modern AV connectivity.
Dante AVIO Adapters
Network Everything
Dante AVIO adapters let you use your favorite legacy audio gear with any Dante-connected system, delivering the interoperability, performance and scalability that only networking can bring. Cost effective, compact and built for the road, Dante AVIO adapters bring the modern AoIP connectivity that every audio pro needs in their toolbox.
Plug and Play
Each Dante AVIO adapter is a complete, high-performance Dante device, with the automation and ease of use that make Dante the world’s most popular audio networking solution.
Dante AVIO adapters are all fully-functional Dante interfaces, with all the features you’d expect from Dante audio networking.
Each device delivers bit-perfect audio reproduction, super-low latency and sample-accurate synchronization across the entire network.
USB and USB-C (NEW!)
Connect any computer to a Dante audio network with zero software installation.
The Dante AVIO USB Adapter lets you connect any computer to a Dante audio network with zero software installation, and can be used with any audio application for playout or recording. Ideal for conference rooms and presentation events.
Features
- Easy audio drop-point for laptops in conference settings, no need to reconfigure your Dante network for different computers
- Record and playout 2-channel audio simultaneously from any PC, Mac or a Linux-based computer with no additional software at all
- Connect mobile devices to a Dante network with appropriate USB adapters.
Bluetooth (NEW!)
The Dante AVIO Bluetooth adapter provides wireless connectivity to Dante networks for mobile devices and computers.
It is ideal for both playback from smartphones to larger sound systems, and for connecting networked speakers and microphones to conferencing software.
Once configured, a user may rely upon Bluetooth to switch from local smartphone audio to a complete conferencing system to share what is being said with others.
Features
- Connect any Bluetooth source to your Dante network
- Stream wirelessly from your smartphone, tablet or computer to your Dante network
- Allow smartphones to connect to conferencing systems without wires
Analog Inputs
Use analog audio line-level source gear you already own to feed any Dante-connected system.
Don’t abandon trusted mixing consoles, wireless mics and other analog sources – adapt them to the world of audio networking with Dante AVIO. Available in 1- and 2-channel versions.
Features
- Connect legacy mixers and consoles to a Dante network
- Patch DSPs, analog compressors and equalizers into a Dante system using a combination of Dante AVIO Input and Output adapters
- Connect stage DI boxes and keyboard instruments directly to a Dante network
Analog Outputs
Drive analog line-level products you already own from any Dante-connected system.
Bring your amplifiers, powered speakers and more to the world of audio networking with Dante AVIO. Available in 1- and 2-channel versions.
Features
- Send audio to analog power amplifiers and powered speakers over a Dante audio network
- Patch DSPs, analog compressors and equalizers into a Dante system using a combination of Dante AVIO Input and Output adapters
- Create easy drop-points for connecting overflow areas to a Dante network
AES3
Use your favorite digital audio gear on a Dante audio network.
Don’t abandon great AES3-connected amplifiers, DSPs and mic preamps – adapt them to the world of audio networking with Dante AVIO.
Features
- Send audio to analog power amplifiers and powered speakers over a Dante audio network
- Patch DSPs, analog compressors and equalizers into a Dante system using a combination of Dante AVIO Input and Output adapters
- Create easy drop-points for connecting cry rooms and overflow areas to a Dante network
Specifications
Four types of Dante AVIO Adapters are available, including one- and two-channel versions of the analog input and analog output adapters.
| Feature Matrix | Analog Input 1 Ch | Analog Input 2 Ch | Analog Output 1 Ch | Analog Output 2 Ch | AES I/O 2 In 2 Out | USB I/O 2 In 2 Out | USB-C I/O 2 In 2 Out | Bluetooth 2 In 1 Out |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max signal level (balanced)* | +24dBu / +4dBu / 0dBu 0dBV /-10dBV | +18dBu / +4dBu / 0dBu 0dBV /-10dBV | – | – | – | – | ||
| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz (-/+0.5dB) | 20Hz to 20kHz (-/+0.5dB) | – | – | – | – | ||
| Impedance | 20k Ohm balanced 10k Ohm unbalanced | 150 Ohm balanced 75 Ohm unbalanced | 110 Ohm balanced | – | – | – | ||
| Dynamic Range | > 100dB | > 100dB | – | – | – | – | ||
| Signal to Noise Ratio | > 100dB | > 100dB | > 135dB | – | – | – | ||
| Total Harmonic Distortion | < 0.01% at +4dBu | < 0.01% at +4dBu | – | – | – | – | ||
| Connectors | RJ45 & 1 XLR-F | RJ45 & 2 XLR-F | RJ45 & 1 XLR-M | RJ45 & 2 XLR-M | RJ45, 1 XLR-M, 1 XLR-F | RJ45 & USB Type A | RJ45 & USB Type C | RJ45 |
| Asynchronous Sample Rate Conversion | – | – | Yes | – | – | – | ||
| Sample Rates | 44.1, 48, 96 kHz | 48 kHz | ||||||
| Bit Depths | 16, 24, 32 | 24 | ||||||
| Dante Device Latency | 1, 2, or 5ms (configurable using Dante Controller) | 1, 2, or 5ms | ||||||
| Network Transport | Dante Audio over IP, AES67 RTP | |||||||
| USB | – | – | – | Class compliant USB 2.0 device | – | |||
| Part Number | ADP-DAI- AU-1X0 | ADP-DAI- AU-2X0 | ADP-DAO- AU-0X1 | ADP-DAO- AU-0X2 | ADP-AES3- AU-2X2 | ADP-USB- AU-2X2 | ADP-USBC-AU-2X2 | ADP-BT-AU-2X1 |
Datasheets
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Supercharged Dante Network Management
Dante Domain Manager is network management software that enables user authentication, role-based security and audit capabilities for Dante networks, while allowing seamless expansion of Dante systems over any network infrastructure.
