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.
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.