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This manual is a user guide for ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter. It includes detailed description about how to install and operate the product. Arista Corporation recommends users to read through the entire manual and follow instructions to avoid any kind of obscurity in using the product.
Product safety precautions Read all of these instructions and save this manual for later use. Follow all warnings and instructions on the product. • Relative humidity: 5%~95% • Storage temperature: -20 C to 60 C(-4F to 140F) • Operation temperature: 0~50 C(32F to 122F) •...
Chapter 1 Basics Introduction Arista's ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter is an end-of-network audio device, It is a Dante enabled box which can convert 2 channel analog audio input signal sources into Dante digital audio signal to share your audio with other users and devices on the Dante network.
Product Specifications Model Name ARS-0202-A00/ARS-0202-A11 Technical Information Role of usage Arista 2 x 2 Channel Dante audio adapter Channel 2 Inputs and 2 Outputs Supported network speed 100/1000Mpbs Ethernet Sampling rates 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz Bit depth 16,24,32 bit Latency Depending on the configuration on the device or...
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ARS-0202-A00 Front View Rear View 1. System LED - Indicates the device’s system status. Lights red: system is starting; Lights Green: system is ready. 2. SYNC LED -Indicates the audio signal data transfer status Lights red: data transmission error; Lights Green: data is transmitting. 3.
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ARS-0202-A11 Front View Rear View 1. Gain knobs - Gain knob for MIC IN1 and MIC IN2 audio channels, Gain up: Turn the knob clockwise; Gain down: turn the knob anti-clockwise; 2. Delay Knob - data transmission latency knob Latency up: turn the knob clockwise; Latency down: turn the knob anti-clockwise; 3.
Physical Dimension The diagrams below show the physical and specific dimensions of the Arista ARS- 0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter. 9.06" 230.0 mm 8.50" 216.0 mm Top View 5.35" 6.49" 136.0 mm 164.7 mm 1.73" 2.39" 44.0 mm 60.7 mm...
Chapter 3 Connections and Operation This section describes the connections/connectors/settings available on the Arista ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter. Connectors Connectors are located at the rear of ARS-0202-A00 Dante Audio Adapter. Connectors Connectors are located at the rear of ARS-0202-A11...
19 inch standard rack. To mount them onto a rack, you will require the mounting screws and brackets that can be ordered from Arista. Before mounting them onto rack, please first remove the rubber protection...
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2. Place the ARS-0202 A-series Dante audio adapter on the layer board of the 19” standard rack, align the four screw holes on the mounting bracket with the four screw holes on the two sides of the 19” rack. Use a screwdriver to tighten the four “#8-32UNC” size screws to firmly affix the adapter onto the 19”...
If you use a router with PoE support in the audio system, then DC power supply is not required. ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter d • Connect the Arista epending on your desired application. 1. Converting a Dante signal into an analog audio signal...
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2. Converting an analog audio signal into a Dante signal For ARS-0202-A00 ARS-0202-A00 Audio signal input source (Analog AC outlet mixing console etc.) Line in DC Power adapter 12V 1A) RJ45/PoE Line in LAN cable Line out Router Audio out devices PC((Dante Controller setup) ( Dante...
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3. Signal conversion in both directions (mixed mode) For ARS-0202-A11 Audio out devices (Speaker ARS-0202-A00 etc.) AC outlet Line out DC Power adapter Line out 12V 1A) RJ45/PoE Line in LAN cable Line in Audio signal input source (Analog mixing console etc.) Line out Line in Router...
Basic Operation Turning on the ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Adapter Make sure all the required cables are connected properly, and press the Power button at • the front of the unit to “ON”. The power LED indicator at the back of the unit will light blue. •...
Extra Controls Controlling the Dante adapters with the Dante controller Arista ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter can be monitored and controlled by the Dante controller which allows users to configure and route audio around Dante networks. Dante controller is a free software application that enable user easily set up a Dante network.
Chapter 3 Appendix Maintenance and Troubleshooting 1. Maintenance Regular maintenance of the ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter can help prevent damage or downtime. • If the ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter gets wet, power it off immediately. Wait for the ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter to dry completely before powering it on again.
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• Check that the device is actually routed to a destination audio device. • Check that the destination is succesfully connected to Arista adapter (as its audio input) • Check that the destination is capable of receiving and/or playing audio.
1) Limited Warranty Coverage • If a product does not work properly because of a defect in materials or workmanship, Arista Corporation will, for the length of a period of three years, starting with the date of the original purchase (invoice date), at its discretion, either repair your product with new or refurbished parts, or replace it with a new or refurbished product.
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Any damages will be assessed and the cost of repair or refurbishment will be deducted from the credit issued. No Credit DOA: No credit will be given to the customer for DOA products received by Arista beyond 30 calendar days after the invoice date. No credit will be given to all non-cancellable,...
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• To avoid any potential risk that an RMA product is lost or damaged while in transit to Arista, it is recommended that the customer insures and declares the full value of the RMA product. The customer is 100% responsible for the RMA product while in transit to Arista.
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Products will not be accepted by Arista Corporation if not accompanied by a valid RMA number, which must be clearly marked on the outside of the package. Arista reserves the rights to return any RMA product received that does not comply with the information given on the original Return Material Authorization (RMA) request, such as: •...
Disposal and Recycling Information Your ARS-0202 A-Series Dante Audio Adapter must be disposed of properly according to local laws and regulations. When your Dante Audio Adapter reaches the end of its life cycle, contact your local authorities to know about recycling options. This symbol on the product or in the manual means that your electrical or electric equipment should be disposed at the end of its life-cycle separately from your household waste.
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