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A10-RACK User Guide
Dante
Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet, better known as Dante, is a combination of software,
hardware, and network protocols that delivers uncompressed, multi-channel, low-latency digital
audio over a standard Ethernet network using Layer 3 IP packets. Dante allows for many chan-
nels of high-quality audio to be transferred via basic CAT5 or CAT6 cable and standard gigabit
switches and hardware to many devices simultaneously. This makes Dante especially attractive
for the user of the A10-RACK because all eight channels of audio from the wireless receivers
can be transported over a single CAT5 network cable.
Additionally, Dante allows for true networking where the signal can be sent to many destinations
without degradation or extra hardware. The Dante network is managed by Dante Controller, a PC
or MAC application that allows for routing of signals from Dante network transmitters to receiv-
ers and monitoring of the various settings of any Dante network.
For more details and to download the Dante Controller, visit Audinate’s website at:
https://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-controller
Installing Receivers
The A10-RACK is compatible with most unislot and Superslot receivers.
ªSee Compatible Receivers for more information.
To install slot receivers do the following::
1. Use specic spacer as needed to set the proper receiver depth for the A10-RACK slot.
2. Using the included M3 screws, attach the receiver’s spacer to the A10-RACK.
3. Observe the DB25 connector orientation inside of the slot opening in the A10-RACK, as well
as the DB25 connector orientation on the rear of the slot receiver that you want to install. You
will want to ensure proper alignment as you insert the receiver.
4. Carefully slide the slot receiver into spacer and into the slot. Press until you feel the DB25
connector seat fully and the receiver is ush to the spacer.
