DirectOut EXBOX.RAV
Compact, bidirectional
Ravenna <> MADI
format converter
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- Simultaneously convert up to 64 channels of audio to and from Ravenna and MADI
- Supports AES67 and SMPTE ST2110-30/-31
- NMOS IS-04 and IS-05 standards for device discovery, registration and connection management are supported
- Compatible with globcon software
- Front panel LEDs show statuses of all inputs and outputs
- Four gigabit Ethernet ports: two for the audio network, two for control options
- 3 MADI port types: optical (SC), coaxial (BNC) plus unpopulated SFP cage
- Configurable EARS (Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching) provides automatic changeover between main and backup sources
- Dual DC power inputs for redundant operation (1 x PSU included). EXBOX.RAV can also be powered via PoE
- 1U high, 1/3-rack width
Optional:
- Rackmount
- Second Power Supply / PSU
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Description
DirectOut EXBOX.RAV
The DirectOut EXBOX.RAV is an Audio-over-IP to MADI converter running on
DirectOut’s well-proven RAVENNA (AES67/ST 2110-30 / -31) implementation.
It supports NMOS for stream and device discovery and connection management.
Four gigabit ports with an internal switch and PoE, plus three MADI ports in BNC, SC and SFP format offer bidirectional conversion and routing of 64 audio channels, with built-in SRC functions (FastSRC™) and automatic redundancy switching (EARS™).
The handy size of the popular EXBOX series (1/3 of 19’’), combined with the rock-solid housing and redundant power supplies, makes EXBOX.RAV a compact and affordable solution to migrate baseband audio to IP.
Audio Streaming
Up to 32 streams with a total number of 64
audio channels are supported. The device complies with AES67, ST 2110-30
/ -31, and supports all ST 2022-7 classes.
All-Round Functionality
EXBOX.RAV offers highest flexibility as it provides three MADI ports of different interface types:
- optical SC (single-mode or multi-mode)
- coaxial (BNC)
- SFP
The Small Form Factor Pluggable cage can be fitted with any SFP module suitable for the particular application (sold separately).
FastSRC™
The FastSRC™ is a low latency sample rate
converter, switchable for the audio network I/O, and ensures seamless
exchange between MADI and IP when both sources are not synchronised.
EARS™
Enhanced Automatic Redundancy Switching™ is a system to prevent interruption of the output signal. It uses either the proven BLDS™ technology or pilot tone triggering. A logic monitors the condition of the trigger signal on the RAVENNA input. In case of a failure it switches automatically to the backup input (RAVENNA or MADI).
Built-in Switch
Two independent NICs can be connected to four network ports of the built-in switch, supporting redundant audio streaming as per ST 2022-7.
Remote control
Device functions of EXBOX.RAV, such as the channel based routing matrix, FastSRC™ or EARS™ are accessible via globcon and a browser UI. NMOS standards IS-04 and IS-05 are supported for stream and device discovery and connection management.
Safe operation
The device can be powered by up to two external power-supplies as well as PoE (Power over Ethernet).
Rack-Ready
Each EXBOX can be mounted into a standard
19’’-rack by using the optional kit BOXMOUNT.XL. Up to three devices may
fit side-by-side within 1 RU.
Specifications
Interfaces | |
MADI ports (I/O): | 1 x coaxial BNC, 75Ω 1 x optical SC-Socket multi-mode 1 x SFP (empty cage without module) |
Network: | 3 x RJ45 Socket (1 Gbit/s) 1 x RJ45 Socket (1 Gbit/s, PoE) |
Digital | |
Sample rates: | 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz (+/- 12,5%) |
MADI formats: | 48k / 96k Frame, 56 / 64 channel, S/MUX |
Network Audio | |
Network-Layer: | 3 |
Number of streams: | 32 |
Number of channels (I/O): | 64 |
Standard: | RAVENNA, AES67, SMPTE ST 2110-30 / -31, ST 2022-7 |
Sync | |
Network: | IEEE 1588 v2 |
Signal Processing | |
Sample Rate Conversion: | FastSRC™ @ RAVENNA I/O |
Communication | |
Remote Software: | globcon, integrated Webserver, NMOS IS-04 / IS-05 |
Remote Methods: | Network |
Global | |
Power Supply: | external, 2 x Hirose (9 - 24V)*, 1 x PoE (IEEE 802.3af) |
Dimensions: | Width 140 mm Height 42 mm Depth 140 mm |
Weight: | about 1 kg |
Accessory | |
SFP modules (LC single-mode or multi-mode) BOXMOUNT.XL for 19'' rack mount |
Device variants | |
Single-mode: | MADI port: SC-Socket single-mode |
Dual PSU | optional available |
Notes | |
* 1 x power supply included |
About FastSRC™
DirectOut's
FastSRC™ is a low latency sample rate converter for when two digital
interfaces of a device must work in different clock domains.
FastSRC™
combines good sound quality with very low latency of less than 0.15
msecs and is invaluable in live sound applications and a "life-saver" in
critical situations.
High-end sample rate conversion requires noticeable processing time, so for the very best audio quality we recommend DirectOut's dedicated SRC products such as the RAV.SRC.IO, DANTE.SRC.IO or MADI.SRC.
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