Shure ANI4OUT User manual

ANI4OUT
Audio Network Interface
Comprehensive guide for the ANI4OUT includes system diagrams, specifications, installation/hardware instructions, TPCI commands, and
more.
Version: 3.2 (2022-E)

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Table of Contents
ANI4OUT Audio Network Interface 3
Overview 3
General Description 3
Model Variations 3
Hardware and Installation 3
Hardware 3
Power Over Ethernet (PoE) 5
Installation and Rack Mounting 5
Reset 8
Signal Flow and Connections 8
Connections and Signal Flow 8
Setting up the Audio Network 9
Summing 11
Encryption 11
Software Installation, Management, and Security 11
Software Installation and Device Discovery 11
Accessing the Web Application 12
Accessing the Web Application without the Discovery App1
2
Firmware Updates 12
Parametric Equalizer 13
Custom Presets 15
Event Log 15
Levels and Metering 16
Adjusting Input levels 16
Adjusting Output Levels 16
Pre- and Post-Fader Metering 16
Using Command Strings 16
Networking and Dante 17
Digital Audio Networking 17
Switch and Cable Recommendations for Dante Network
ing 17
Compatibility with Dante Domain Manager 17
QoS (Quality of Service) Settings 18
Dante Transmit Flows 18
Packet Bridge 19
Important Product Information 19
Information to the user 19
Specifications 20
IP Ports and Protocols 22
Accessories 23
Furnished Accessories 23
Optional Accessories and Replacement Parts 23

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ANI4OUT
Audio Network Interface
Overview
General Description
The Shure Audio Network Interface converts 4 channels of Dante digital audio into discrete analog signals. Connect to a pro
cessing device with analog connections (audio processors, video codecs, and loudspeaker systems, for example) to fully inte
grate networked audio and analog equipment in a single system. Available in XLR and block connector versions, each box us
es a single network cable to receive audio and power through Power over Ethernet (PoE).
Model Variations
ANI4OUT-XLR: Four XLR outputs (balanced audio)
ANI4OUT-BLOCK: Four 3-pin block connector outputs (balanced audio)
Hardware and Installation
Hardware
Block Connector Model
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Front Panel
XLR Model
Rear Panel
①Output Level Indicators (Signal/Clip)
Tri-color LEDs indicate the audio signal level for each channel. Adjust levels in the web application to avoid clipping.
LED State Audio Signal Level
Off less than -60 dBFS
Green -59 dBFS to -24 dBFS
Yellow -23 dBFS to -1 dBFS
Red 0 dBFS or more
②Audio Outputs

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Analog balanced audio outputs connect to an analog device. Set the output level in the web application to match the input sen
sitivity of the analog device.
XLR pin assignments:
1Shield
2+
3-
Block connector pin assignments: See front panel labels
③Chassis Ground Screw
Provides an optional connection for microphone shield wire to chassis ground
Note: only applies to block connector version
④LED Indicators
Power: Power over Ethernet (PoE) present
Note: Note: Use a PoE injector if your network switch does not supply PoE.
Network: Network connection active
Network Audio: Dante audio present on the network
Note: Error details are available in the event log in the web application.
Encryption: Not currently supported
LED Status Activity
Off No active signal
Green Device is operating successfully
Red Error has occurred. See event log for details.
⑤Dante Network Port
Connects to a network switch to receive Dante audio, Power over Ethernet (PoE), and data from the control software.
⑥Reset Button
Resets the device settings back to the factory default
Power Over Ethernet (PoE)
This device requires PoE to operate. It is compatible with both Class 0 and Class 3 PoE sources.
Power over Ethernet is delivered in one of the following ways:
A network switch that provides PoE
A PoE injector device
Installation and Rack Mounting
Two mounting solutions are available for installing the Audio Network Interface: