AVPro Edge DANTE AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH User manual

AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
User Manual
2-CHANNEL DANTEDECODER/POWER AMPLIFIER

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Table of Contents
Important Safety Instructions....................................................................................................................................................................3
Safety Classifications in this Document ........................................................................................................................................ 3
Safety Statements .................................................................................................................................................................................... 4
Introduction..........................................................................................................................................................................................................5
Features ......................................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Key Benefits.................................................................................................................................................................................................. 5
Product Overview ............................................................................................................................................................................................6
Box Contents ............................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Technical Specifications........................................................................................................................................................................ 6
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH FRONT AND REAR PANEL OVERVIEW ....................................................................................... 8
Dante Port Wiring and LAN Port Wiring ............................................................................................................................................10
Line Level Audio Output Wiring Configuration ..............................................................................................................................11
Connecting the Device...............................................................................................................................................................................12
RS-232 Wiring and Control .................................................................................................................................................................13
Device Configuration ..................................................................................................................................................................................14
Basic Navigation and Dante Flow Subscription......................................................................................................................14
Changing Device Name and Encoding Configuration .......................................................................................................16
Network Configuration .........................................................................................................................................................................17
AES67 Audio Stream Configuration ..............................................................................................................................................18
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH WebUI ................................................................................................................................................................19
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Speaker Level Settings ........................................................................................................................19
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Line Out Settings.....................................................................................................................................20
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH IP / RS-232 CONTROL..........................................................................................................................21
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Hardware / Update................................................................................................................................23
Troubleshooting.............................................................................................................................................................................................24
Maintenance ....................................................................................................................................................................................................24
Damage Requiring Service......................................................................................................................................................................25
Support................................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Warranty.............................................................................................................................................................................................................25
Obtaining an RMA ...................................................................................................................................................................................26
Shipping .......................................................................................................................................................................................................26
Exclusive Remedy ...................................................................................................................................................................................27

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Important Safety Instructions
Before installing, configuring, and operating this device and other vendor equipment, AVPro Edge
strongly recommends that each dealer, integrator, installer, and all other necessary personnel access
and read all the required technical documentation, which can be located by visiting AVProEdge.com.
Read and understand all safety instructions, cautions, and warnings in this document and the labels on
the equipment.
Safety Classifications in thisDocument
Note: Providesspecialinformationforinstalling,configuring,andoperatingthis
device,orthisdevice with associatedequipment.
Tip: Providessuggestionsandconsiderationsfor installing,configuring,and
operatingthisdevice.
Important: Providesspecialinformationthatiscriticalforinstalling,configuring,and
operatingthisdevice,orthisdevice with associatedequipment.
Caution: Providesspecial informationtoavoidsituationsthatmayresult indamage
tothedevice orassociatedequipment.
Warning: Providesspecial informationtoavoidsituationswhereimproper
installationmayendangerthe installer,enduser,orthoseunaware.
Electrical Shock Prevention
ElectricShock: Providesspecialinformationcriticalforinstalling,configuring,and
operatingthisdevice orassociatedequipment safely.
ElectricalDisconnect:
Providesspecialinformationtoprevent situationsthatmayresult in
damagetothedevice andassociatedequipment orposeapersonnel
hazard.
Weight Injury Prevention
WeightInjury: Safe installationforsomedevicesmayrequiretwo-person handling.
Attemptsotherwisemayresultininjury.

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Safety Statements
Follow all of the safety instructions listed below and apply them accordingly. Additional safety
information will be included where applicable.
1Read and keep these instructions.
2Heed and follow all warnings.
3Clean devices and equipment only with a dry cloth.
4Devices not designed for exposure to moisture should NEVERbe installed in prone locations.
5Do not block any ventilation openings or install a device in a manner cautioned against.
6This device or accessories should never be exposed to open flames or excessive heat.
7Only use attachments and accessories specified by AVPro Edge.
8Install by these instructions provided by AVPro Edge.
9Do not install near a potential source of inordinate heat that may cause this device to operate
outside its normal thermal capacity.
10 Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized/grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has
two blades, one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third
grounding prong. The wide blade, or third prong, is provided for your safety.
11 Position all device power cords in such a manner that prevent the potential for any sharp
radius bends, particularly where they exit the device or at the mains power connection.
12 Provide proper protection and isolation from dangerous surge conditions and disconnect
devices from power if they are unused for a long period.
13 To reduce the risk of electrical shock, never contact the device or power cord with damp
hands.
14 Safe installation for some devices may require two-person handling. Attempts otherwise may
result in injury.
15 There are NO internal user-serviceable parts. Should this device function erratically or not
appear to be operating as intended, please contact AVPro Edge Technical Support. If the
power cord/power supply has been compromised, do not attempt or continue operating.

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Introduction
The AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH is a combination 25W/RMS (@4 Ω, 12.5 W/RMS @ 8 Ω) 2-channel audio power
amplifierand DanteAudio (only) decoder. Encrypted Dante audio is input via the designated Dante
Audio network RJ-45 port, undergoes decoding from Dante digital into analog, and outputs speaker level
signal from a pair of secured, 2-pin terminal block connectors, plus line level audio by way of a 5-pin
terminal block connector. AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH supports sampling rates of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and
96kHz with 16-, 24-, and 32-bit word lengths encoded in either the Danteaudio or AES67 format.
The diagram below shows the typical connection scenario for the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
Features
•Combination DanteAudio decoder and power amplifier with simultaneous line out
(configurable) to power local speakers and pass the decoded signal to a multi-channel
distribution device or outboard power amplifier.
•Balanced and unbalanced Line Output
•Power amplifier output of 25 watts RMS into 8 ohms, or 12.5 watts into 4 ohms
•IP or RS-232 Control
•Line and Speaker Level output potentiometers at device rear panel
•Supports multi-sampling rates and bit word lengths
Key Benefits
•Versatile design supports amplified and preamp-level signals
•Supports sampling rates of 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, and 96kHz
•Supports 16-, 24-, and 32-bit word lengths
•Decodes DanteAudio or AES67 formats
•Compact chassis enables easy, discrete, power amp localization
•Front panel Mini-OLED window displays speaker level, line level volume, plus IP address
•Front panel Clip indicator provides amplifier overdrive information

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Product Overview
Box Contents
(1x) AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
(1x) 24V-5.0A Power Supply
(1x) 3-Pin Terminal Block Connector for RS-232 Port
(1x) 5-Pin Terminal Block Connector for Line Level Output
(2x) Secured, 2-Pin Speaker Terminal Block Connection
(2x) Mounting Brackets
(4x) Mounting Screws
Technical Specifications
Audio Output - Speaker Level
AudioOutput Power 25W/RMS @ 4Ohms
12.5W/RMS@ 8Ohms
Audio Output – Line Level
LineLevelVoltageOutput 1VRMSmaximumoutputinBalancedmode
1VRMSmaximumoutputinUnbalancedmode
Sampling Frequencies and Word Bit Depths
Sampling Frequencies
WordBitDepths
44.1kHz,48kHz,88.2kHz,96 kHz
16-bit,24-bit,32-bit
Analog Audio Output Connections
LineLevelOutput
SpeakerLevelOutput
1x5-pin terminal block
2xSecured,2-pinterminal block
Digital Audio Input Connections
DanteAudio 1xRJ-45
Device Control
RS-232 1x3-pin terminal block
IP 1xRJ-45
LineLevelOutput 1xStereovolumepotentiometer
SpeakerLevelOutput 1xStereovolumepotentiometer
Power
PowerInput 1x2-pin,securelockingring
PowerConsumption (total) Wattsmaximum
ExternalACPowerSupplyUnitAdapter Input:100-240VAC,50/60Hz,0.5A
Output: 24VDC,5A

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Environmental
OperatingTemperature 23°to125°F(-5°to51°C)
Storage Temperature -4°to140°F(-20°to60°C)
OperatingHumidity 5%to 90%RH(Condensation-free)
Dimensions
Mounting Furnituremount supportwithincludedbrackets
Width/Depth/Height (DEVICE) mm:140 X90X35
inch: 5.51 X3.54 X1.38
Width/Depth/Height (BOXED) mm:193 X136 X41
inch: 7.6 X5.35 X1.62
Weight (DEVICE) 0.50 LBS/0.23KG
Weight (BOXED) 0.85 LBS/0.38KG
Product Warranty
10 Years Parts&Labor
DesignandSpecifications are subject tochangewithoutnotice.Dimensionsmaynotbedefinitive.

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AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH FRONT AND REAR PANEL OVERVIEW
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH – Front Panel
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH – Rear Panel
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DANTE NETWORK
AUDIO PORT
•8-pin RJ-45 female connector port
•Encoded Dante™ digital audio input port
•Connects to the network switch with CAT5e (or better)
cable
2LAN PORT •8-pin RJ-45 female connector port
•Connect to LAN, router, or 3rdparty control system
3RS-232 PORT •3-pin terminal block connector port
•Control port for serial RS-232 connection
1 OLED DISPLAY •Displays the Speaker Volume, Line Out Volume,
and IP Address
2 CLIP INDICATOR •Illuminated Red during a fault condition
3 POWER INDICATOR •Illuminated Green when power is present
12 3
123 4 5 6 7/8 9

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LINE LEVEL
AUDIO OUTPUT
•5-pin terminal block connection
•Balanced or unbalanced 2-channel outputs
•1VRMS balanced mode maximum output
•1VRMS unbalanced mode maximum output
5CONFIG
•Configuration Dip Switches (UP – Off / DOWN – On)
•Dip 1 - Boosts Line Level Output Gain by +3 dB
•Dip 2 - Reverses Line Level Output Channels
•Dip 3 - Front Panel OLED Display Timeout Interval Adjust
Up – Display turns off automatically 3 minutes after
last user input activity (IP/RS-232 commands)
Down – Display is always active
•Dip 4 - Volume Control Interface Accessibility
Up – Remote access plus rear panel controls
Down – Rear panel controls only
6SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT •Left and Right channels
•2-pin terminal block speaker output ports
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LINE LEVEL OUTPUT
VOLUME CONTROL
•Local Line Level volume output adjustment knob
•Adjust clockwise to increase line-level audio output
•Adjust counterclockwise to decrease line-level audio
output
NOTE:Enabling Line Out Volume Following, or Lineout
Volume Lock disables the use of this control
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SPEAKER LEVEL OUTPUT
VOLUME CONTROL
•Local Speaker Level output volume adjustment knob
•Adjust clockwise to increase speaker-level audio output
•Adjust counterclockwise to decrease speaker-level audio
output
NOTE:Enabling Speaker Volume Lock disables the use of
this control
POWER •DC 24V/5A Locking Ring, Power Input

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Dante Port Wiring and LAN Port Wiring
The DANTE audio input port on the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH utilizes a standard RJ-45 connection. For
optimal performance, CAT5e (or better) cabling is recommended, based on the TIA/EIA T568A or the
T568B standard for wiring twisted pair cable.
Use these same wiring conventions are used for the LAN port.
LEFT LED (Green) – Link/Activity
Indicates there is an active link between the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH and the sending end. Solid
green indicates the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH and the sending device are identified with both devices
sharing communications.
RIGHT LED (Amber) – Link Status
Indicates data is present between the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH and the sending end (typically a
network switch). Continuously blinking amber indicates normal operational status.
If either LED is not illuminating, check the following:
•Ensure the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH front panel power status light is illuminated green.
•Verify cable length is within a maximum distance limit of 100 meters/328 feet.
•Connect the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH directly to the network switch, bypassing all possible
signal interruption points, such as patch panels, couplers, and punch-down blocks.
•Re-terminate connector ends. Use high-quality, standard RJ-45 connectors and avoid
push-through “EZ” type ends, as these leave exposed copper wiring at the tips that may
introduce signal interference or cross-talk.
•Contact AVPro Edge Technical Support if these suggestions do not work.
The DANTE audio output port features two status indicator LEDs to confirm
active connections while operational and during troubleshooting.

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Line Level Audio Output Wiring Configuration
The analog Line Level audio output port on the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH outputs 2-channel balanced
audio, ideal for passing the signal to an analog distribution amplifier while the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
internal amplifier powers local speakers. The balanced audio output may be converted into a 2-
channel unbalanced audio signal by preparing the cabling using jumpers as shown below left:
Connections to the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
A pre-configured 5-Pin to RCA pair
adapter is available, purchased
separately, as SKU: AC-CABLE-5PIN-
2CH

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Connecting the Device
1 Connect the cable attached to the 24VDC-5A power supply housing to the AC-DANTE-
AMP-2CH Decoder/Amplifier DC/5V input port. Connect the AC mains power cord to the
24VDC-5A power supply adapter and plug into a properly grounded power outlet.
•Note: The AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH does not support PoC or PoE. It is required to be
locally powered using the provided 24V-5A power supply unit.
The green, front panel POWER LED will illuminate indicating the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH is
powered on.
2 Connect a CAT5e (or better) cable between a computer running the Dante® Controller
software and the network switch.
3 Connect a CAT5e (or better) cable between the DANTE® port on the AC-DANTE-AMP-
2CH andthe network switch. The AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH will be automatically discovered
using the Dante® Controller software.
•Note: Device names depicted in diagrams may differ from the actual device
referenced throughout this manual.
•Note:
Both the computer running Dante® Controller software and the AC-DANTE-
AMP-2CH must have a physical connection to the Dante™ network for the
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH to be discovered by Dante™ Controller.
DO NOT MAKE AMPLIFIER CONNECTIONS WITH THE UNIT POWERED ON!
4 If the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH will be powering passive loudspeakers, strip back a ¼”
portion of the left channel speaker wire marked “+” and insert it into the port on one of
the supplied 2-pin terminal blocks that will correspond with the LEFT “+” speaker output
lugs on the amplifier. Secure in place using the captive screw; avoid overtightening.
Repeat this process with the ”–“ wire and the LEFT “–“ block port. Duplicate this
process for the Right Channel speaker wire. Push both prepared terminal blocks into
their matching ports on the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH.

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Observe speaker impedances. Only use speakers where the total impedance
will remain constant between 4 Ohms and 8 Ohms per channel. Multiple
speakers per channel must maintain an average between 4 Ohms and 8
Ohms. Both channels must present the same impedance load to the
amplifier.NEVERconnect this amp using speaker level to a powered
speaker, regardless of whether it is designed to accept a speaker-level input.
5 If the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH will be connected to a multi-zone distributed audio amplifier,
use the supplied 5-pin terminal block to prepare an interface cable appropriate to facilitate
the correct connection between the devices. Some distributed products have balanced
inputs requiring direct-wire input or an identical 5-pin terminal block. Observe polarity
when connecting or assembling a cable.
If connecting the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH to a device with an RCA-type input, AVPro Edge
recommends using the AC-CABLE-5PIN-2CH balanced to an unbalanced pre-made adapter.
When modifying a cable, follow the instructions in the section above titled Line Level
Audio Output Wiring Configuration for converting the 5-pin terminal block from balanced
output to unbalanced output. Observe polarity when connecting or when assembling a
cable.
RS-232 Wiring and Control
The RS-232 control port on both the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH is used to pass bidirectional control
signals to and from any RS-232-compatible device.
Serial control connections are made using the provided 3-pin terminal block connector. The wire
slips into the hole and is captively locked by the screw located on the top side of the connector.
Wiring from the 3-pin terminal block connects with pins 2, 3, and 5 when converting to a
standard DB-9 connector. If the control signal device is not equipped with a DB-9 port, use a
suitable adapter for the control device protocol port type required.
Use the LAN port to control the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH over IP. The wiring configurations are
Illustrated on page 10.

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Device Configuration
Configuring the AC-Dante-AMP-2CH requires the installation of Audinate’s Dante Controller software
onto a computer that will be connected to the Dante network.
Dante Controller is used to configure network settings, signal latency, audio encoding parameters,
Dante flow subscriptions, and AES67 audio support. The latest version of Dante Controller may be
found at: https://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-controller; including supplementary
instructions that may be obtained via the online help support tool, located under the Help tab in
Dante Controller.
Basic Navigation and Dante Flow Subscription
By default, Dante Controller opens with the Routing tab displaying Dante devices discovered on
the network and organized according to transmitter or receiver status. Signal routing from
Dante encoders (transmitters) to Dante decoders (receivers) is achieved by clicking the boxes
located where transmit and receive channels intersect. Successful subscriptions are denoted by
green check mark icons.

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1 Transmitters •Discovered Dante encoders
2 Receivers •Discovered Dante decoders
3 +/- •Select the (+) to expand or (-) to collapse view
4 Device Name
•Displays the name assigned to the Dante device
•Device name is customizable in Device View
•Double-click to open Device View
5 Channel Name
•Displays the name of the Dante audio channel
•Channel name customizable in Device View
•Double click associated Device Name to open Device View
6 Subscription
Window
•Tip:
Hovering the mouse over the
subscription indicator symbol
will provide further details
about the subscription, which
may be useful in
troubleshooting
•Click the box to create a unicast subscription between the
overlapping
Subscription in process
Subscription successful
Subscription error
Subscription warning
Device part way through setting up a subscription

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Changing Device Name and Encoding Configuration
To configure the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH audio stream, open the Device View by double-clicking the
Device Name for the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH and navigate to the Device Config Tab.
1 Device Name
•Device Name for the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
•Device Name can be changed by typing a
new name and then click apply
2 Sample Rate •Set AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH PCM sample rate
•44.1, 48, 88.2, 96 kHz sample rates supported
3 Encoding •Set the bit depth of the sampled input signal
•16-, 24-, and 32-bit sampling supported
4 Clocking •Enable/Disable unicast delay requests
5 Device Latency
•Set latency for subscribed Dante flows
•1, 2, and 5-millisecond latencies are supported
6 Reboot Device •Reboot the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
7 Clear Config •Factory Reset Settings

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Network Configuration
DHCP for the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH is enabled by default and will automatically be assigned an IP
address when connected to the Dante network. Additionally, a static IP address can be assigned
by opening the Device View for the AC-DANTE-D and navigating to the Network Config tab.
1 Automatic IP
Assignment
•Check this button to enable DHCP for
automatic IP address assignment
2 Manual IP
Assignment
•Check this button to enable manual
(static) IP addressing
3 IP Address •Enter the desired IP address
4 Subnet Mask •Enter the desired subnet mask
5 DNS Server •Enter the domain name server
6 Default Gateway •Enter the default gateway
7 Reboot Device •Reboot the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
8 Clear Config •Factory reset the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH
Manually setting the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH IP address to a
different subnet from theDante Controller computer will
result in a loss of communication between the Dante
Controller and the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH

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AES67 Audio Stream Configuration
The AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH supports multicast reception of AES67-encoded audio to compatible
non-Dante devices. AES67 multicast reception can be configured by opening the Device View by
double-clicking the AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Device Name and navigating to the AES67 Config tab.
1 AES67 Mode
•Enable/Disable AES67
multicast flows for
compatible non-Dante
devices
2 RTP Multicast
Address Prefix
•Displays current RTP
multicast prefix
•Type in a new RTP
multicast prefix and click
Set to apply
3 Reboot •Reboot the AC-DANTE-
AMP-2CH
4 Clear Config •Factory Reset the AC-
DANTE-AMP-2CH

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AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH WebUI
AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Speaker Level Settings
1VOLUME•Adjust the speaker output level
2VOLUME LIMIT•Adjust the maximum speaker output level
3BALANCE•Adjust left/right speaker balance
4VOLUME LOCK•On (Green) – Volume adjustments are disabled
•Off (Red) – Volume can be adjusted
Volume Limit, Balance, and Mute remain
adjustable regardless of the Volume Lock
state
5MUTE•On (Green) – Speaker output is muted
•Off (Red) – Speaker output is equal to the current
volume setting
Note:
1
3
2
4 5

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AC-DANTE-AMP-2CH Line Out Settings
1VOLUME•Adjusts the line level output
2VOLUME LIMIT•Adjusts the maximum line level output
3BALANCE•Adjusts the left/right line output balance
4VOLUME LOCK•On (Green) – Volume adjustments are disabled
•Off (Red) – Volume is adjustable
Volume Limit, Balance, and Mute remain
adjustable regardless of the Volume Lock
state
5FOLLOW SPEAKER
OUTPUT
•On (Green) – Lineout speaker volume is equal to
speaker volume level
•Off (Red) – Line level volume adjustment is
independent of the speaker level
setting
Volume Limit, Balance, and Mute remain
adjustable regardless of the Follow Speaker
Output state
6MUTE•On (Green) – Line level output is muted
•Off (Red) – Line level output is equal to the
current volume setting
1
2
3
4 5 6
Note:
Note: