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  • Page 1 EXBOX.MD User‘s Manual Version 1.0...
  • Page 2 DirectOut GmbH cannot be held responsible for any misleading or incorrect information provided throughout this manual. DirectOut GmbH reserves the right to change specifications at any time without notice. DirectOut Technologies® is a registered trademark of the DirectOut GmbH. © DirectOut GmbH, 2018 page 2 of 60...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Defective Parts/Modules Updates Intended Operation Conditions of Warranty Conformity & Certificates Contact Contents Accessories Chapter 3: Installation Installing the Device CHAPTER 4: Operation Introduction Global Control Input / Output - MADI EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 3 of 60...
  • Page 4 Sample Rate State CHAPTER 5: Remote Control Dante Controller EXBOX.MD Remote CHAPTER 6: Troubleshooting and Maintenance Troubleshooting Maintenance CHAPTER 7: Technical Data Appendix A - Wiring Sketches Hirose HR10 (DC PSU) Index page 4 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 5: About This Manual

    TI P S ! indicate useful hints and shortcuts. NOTE S! are used for important points of clarification or cross references. WA R NINGS! alert you when an action should always be observed. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 5 of 60...

  • Page 6: Chapter 1: Overview

    Chapter 1: Overview Chapter 1: Overview Introduction EXBOX.MD is an Audio-over-IP to MADI converter based on Audinate’s audio networking technology Dante. Equipped with three MADI ports and four network ports it offers straight-forward conversion of 64 audio channels between MADI and Dante.

  • Page 7: Feature Summary

    44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz +/- 12.5% Power Supply external, 2 x Hirose connector (9-24 V) 1 x PoE (Power over Ethernet) * The SC I/O may be ordered as single-mode upon request. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 7 of 60...

  • Page 8: Applications

    Chapter 1: Overview Applications EXBOX.MD can be used as an easy to use frontend for bidirectional signal exchange between Dante and MADI environments. Typical applications include: • Integration of MADI in Dante setups • Redundant recording setups using MADI and Dante Virtual Soundcard •...

  • Page 9: How It Works

    Each MADI port and the Dante input can be selected as source for any output. The network audio is controlled via the Dante Controller software provided by Audinate. Routing EXBOX.MD Dante MADI Routing Dante Dante Dante Controller EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 9 of 60...

  • Page 10: Chapter 2: Legal Issues & Facts

    80 %, non- condensing. • The cabinet of the device will heat up. Do not place the device close to heating sources (e.g. heaters). Observe the environmental conditions. page 10 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 11: First Aid (In Case Of Electric Shock)

    Check their pulse and reanimate if their respiration is poor. Lay the body down and turn it to one side. Call for a doctor immediately. • Having sustained an electric shock, Always consult a doctor. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 11 of 60...

  • Page 12: Defective Parts/Modules

    To access the latest documentation, please visit the DirectOut website: www.directout.eu. This guide refers to firmware version 1.1. page 12 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 13: Intended Operation

    CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts Intended Operation EXBOX.MD is designed for conversion / routing between network audio and MADI signals. MADI refers to AES10, network audio refers to Dante™ from Audinate. WA R NING! No compensation can be claimed for damages caused by operation of this unit other than for the intended use described above.

  • Page 14: Conditions Of Warranty

    All claims of warranty will expire once the device has been opened or modified, or if instructions and warnings were ignored. For warranty claims please contact the dealer where your device was acquired. page 14 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 15: Conformity & Certificates

    Due to the directive 2002/96/EC for waste disposal this device must be recycled. For correct recycling please dispatch the device to: DirectOut GmbH, Leipziger Str. 32 09648 Mittweida Germany Only stamped parcels will be accepted! WEEE-Reg.-No. DE 64879540 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 15 of 60...

  • Page 16: Contact

    CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts Contact DirectOut GmbH Leipziger Str. 32, 09648 Mittweida, Germany Phone: +49 (0)3727 5665-100 Fax: +49 (0)3727 5665-101 Mail: sales@directout.eu www.directout.eu page 16 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 17: Contents

    CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts Contents The contents of your EXBOX.MD package include: • 1 x EXBOX.MD • 1 x external power supply unit (9 - 24 V) • 1 x Manual To complete the delivery, download the Dante Controller software from Audinate's website.

  • Page 18: Accessories

    Powerbudget (dB) 11 dB 12 dB Protocols Fast Ethernet OC3/ Gigabit Ethernet, STM1 Gigabit Fibre Channel Bandwidth from 100 Mbit/s 1.050 Gbit/s Bandwidth 155 Mbit/s 1.250 Gbit/s Laser Receiver Type Connector page 18 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 19 - 5.00 dBm - 3.00 dBm (Receiver overload) Temperature (min) 0° Celsius 0° Celsius Temperature (max) 70° Celsius 70° Celsius Type of DDM/DOM internal internal Extinction Ratio 8.20 dB 9 dB EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 19 of 60...
  • Page 20 CHAPTER 2: Legal issues & facts BOX.MOUNT XL - for optimal rack mount of up to three devices in a 19’’ frame (No: DOAPA0886): three devices in a 19’’ frame (No: DOAPA0886): page 20 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 21: Chapter 3: Installation

    Proper operation can only be guaranteed between temperatures of 5º C and 45º C and a maximum relative humidity of 80%, non-condensing. Ensure that the unit has sufficient air circulation for cooling. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 21 of 60...
  • Page 22 MADI port(s) before use. NOTE ! Retain the protective cap if the optical port is unused. This will protect against soiling which can lead to malfunction. Connect signal cable(s) for the MADI signals. page 22 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 23 Recommended features for use with Dante: • Managed Gigabit switch • Quality of Service (QoS) with four queues • Diffserv (DSCP) QoS, with strict priority Information about network infrastructure: https://www.audinate.com/resources/networks- switches Dante FAQ: https://www.audinate.com/resources/faqs EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 23 of 60...
  • Page 24 The external power supply must be connected to the mains using the three-cord power leads supplied with the device. Only supply the voltages and signals indicated (9 - 24 V DC) to the device. page 24 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 25 PoE operation. The voltage supplied there may damage the interface. TI P Keep any packaging in order to protect the device should it need to be dispatched for service. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 25 of 60...
  • Page 26 Chapter 3: Installation This page is left blank intentionally. page 26 of 60 EXBOX.BLDS Manual - Version 1.3...

  • Page 27: Chapter 4: Operation

    • 44.1 kHz or 48 kHz = 1 FS • 88.2 kHz or 96 kHz = 2 FS • 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz = 4 FS EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 27 of 60...

  • Page 28: Global Control

    WARNING Never connect a PoE link to a network interface that is not marked explictly for PoE operation. The voltage supplied there may damage the interface. page 28 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 29 CHAPTER 4: Operation LED green - indicates state POWER PSU 1 of power supply PSU 2 (OFF) = power supply not working (ON) = power supply working EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 29 of 60...
  • Page 30 CHAPTER 4: Operation This page is left blank intentionally. page 30 of 60 EXBOX.BLDS Manual - Version 1.3...

  • Page 31: Input / Output - Madi

    MADI output - connect here for MADI output signal. SC socket MADI SC IN MADI input - connect MADI input signal here. SFP socket MADI SFP I/O Insert SFP module here and connect MADI input/output. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 31 of 60...

  • Page 32: Input / Output - Network

    1 / 3 and port 2 / 4. NOTE If redundancy is being used, secondary interfaces should be connected to a second separate network. Secondary interfaces cannot communicate with primary interfaces. page 32 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 33 (ON) = data sent or received (OFF) = no data transmission * Some possible reasons that lead to an inactive link: • device switched off • connected device switched off • cabling issue EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 33 of 60...

  • Page 34: Input State / Clocking

    (100 % green) = signal lock, in sync, selected clock source (blinking red) = signal lock, not in sync with selected clock source (blinking green) input selected as clock source and no signal lock. page 34 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 35 PTP confi guration is available in the tab 'Clock Status' of the software 'Dante Controller' from Audinate. PTP sync is handled by the Dante network automatically. EXBOX.MD can act as a PTP slave or Grandmaster ( preferred master). When clocking to a source other than PTP , make sure to enable the 'Enable Sync to External' option for this device.

  • Page 36: Sample Rate

    At higher sample rates the number of audio channels is reduced depending on the integer of the scaling factor: • 64 channels at 1 FS • 32 channels at 2 FS • 16 channels at 4 FS page 36 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 37 (ON) = scaling factor is 2 FS LED white - indicates the scaling SAMPLE factor of the base rate. RATE 4 FS (OFF) = scaling factor is 1 FS (ON) = scaling factor is 4 FS EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 37 of 60...

  • Page 38: State

    * The Dante module starts into failsafe mode if its fi rmware is corrupted. This may happen in very rare cases only. Should you encounter this state, please contact support for further information. page 38 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 39: Chapter 5: Remote Control

    Layer 3 based network. However Dante Controller will mark a device entry red if the IP Address is not matching the network environment and helps resolving the issue. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 39 of 60...
  • Page 40 The 'Network View' is organised in several tabs. All detected Dante devices are shown on a list. EXBOX.MD is delivered with the network interface set to DHCP as a default. Dante Controller can be used to discover the device on the network and change the IP confi...
  • Page 41 'Preferred Master' sets the device as PTP Grandmaster in the network 'Enable Sync to External' allows to clock the device from an external source (MADI input or internal). The device shall become Grandmaster of the network then. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 41 of 60...
  • Page 42 'Dante Transmitters' in the horizontal row displays the transmitting devices (= sources). The channel list can be expanded or collapsed for each device. Connections are made by clicking into the matrix. page 42 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 43 'Network View'. The status tab informs about the current fi rmware and software versions. TI P To update your device the application 'Dante Firmware Update Manager' is required: https://www.audinate.com/products/fi rmware-update- manager EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 43 of 60...
  • Page 44 Network Confi g The tab ' Network Confi g' of the device view provides access to the operating mode of the built-in network switch and the network settings of the device. page 44 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 45 The tab 'Device Confi g' to adjust the device name, sample rate, encoding modes and more. The clock source of the EXBOX.MD is confi gured in the web control of the EXBOX.MD. Open a browser and enter the device's IP address to access the control page.

  • Page 46: Exbox.md Remote

    • Clock source • Scaling factor of base sample rate • Audio signal routing The remote control is accessible via a browser. Enter the device's IP address to open the gui. page 46 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 47 INT 48 = internal clock generator 48 kHz Pull-down menu - selection of scaling Scaling Factor* factor of base sample rate Values: 1 FS, 2 FS, 4 FS * See „Introduction“ on page 27 . EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 47 of 60...
  • Page 48 ROUTING ROUTING Pull-down menu - selection of signal source of each signal output Values: = MADI SFP input Dante = MADI BNC input = MADI SC input Dante = Dante network page 48 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 49: Chapter 6: Troubleshooting And Maintenance

    Never use objects for cleaning. No signal at Connections Check the connections the output (input / output) and change the cables if port. are mixed up. necessary. Check the routing matrix. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 49 of 60...
  • Page 50 Change the source at the input is defective not stable. use appropriate cables. bad signal condition (Jitter > 1 ns) - e.g. due to exceeded length or bad screening attenuation of signal cable. page 50 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 51: Maintenance

    To clean the device, use a soft, dry cloth. To protect the surface, avoid using cleaning agents. NOTE The device should be disconnected from the power supply during the cleaning process. EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 51 of 60...

  • Page 52: Chapter 7: Technical Data

    The connected power supply must provide a current limiting to a maximum of 2.5 A. Environmental Conditions • Operating temperature +5°C up to +45°C • Relative humidity: 10% - 80%, non condensing page 52 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 53 @ 1 FS • 60 - 100 kHz @ 2 FS • 120 - 200 kHz @ 4 FS MADI Format (I/O) • 48k Frame, 96k Frame • 56 channel, 64 channel EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 53 of 60...
  • Page 54 • 64 channels I/O @ 1 FS (32@2FS, 16@4FS) • Standard: Dante, AES67 • Brooklyn II module, Firmware 4.x PoE (Network Port 1) • PoE Class 0 / 0.4 - 13 W page 54 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...

  • Page 55: Appendix A - Wiring Sketches

    DC + DC + DC - DC - NOTE To ensure proper operation all pins should be connected. NOTE Ground is connected with the chassis of the plug (safety class 1). EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 55 of 60...

  • Page 56: Index

    Primary / secondary ... 32 Contents ......17 Conventions ......5 Remote Control Dante Controller .... 39 Dante module state ... 38 EXBOX.MD Remote ..46 Defective Parts/Modules ..12 Dimensions ......52 page 56 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 57 Scaling Factor ....27 SFP Modules ...... 18 Sketch Hirose HR10 (DC PSU) .. 55 Support ......49 Technical data ....52 Troubleshooting ....49 Updates ......12 Warranty ......14 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 57 of 60...
  • Page 58 Notes page 58 of 60 EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0...
  • Page 59 Notes EXBOX.MD Manual - Version 1.0 page 59 of 60...
  • Page 60 DirectOut GmbH Leipziger Strasse 32 T: +49-3727-5665-100 09648 Mittweida F: +49-3727-5665-101 Germany www.directout.eu...

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