Studio Technologies Dante 5421 User Manual

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Model 5421

Dante

Intercom Audio Engine

User Guide

Issue 3, June 2023

This User Guide is applicable for serial numbers

M5421-00151 and later with Main Firmware 2.00 and later

and FPGA Firmware version 2.01 and later

studio-tech.com

50707-0623, Issue 3

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Page 1 Issue 3, June 2023 This User Guide is applicable for serial numbers M5421-00151 and later with Main Firmware 2.00 and later and FPGA Firmware version 2.01 and later Copyright © 2023 by Studio Technologies, Inc., all rights reserved studio-tech.com 50707-0623, Issue 3...
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Page 3: Table Of Contents
Appendix E–Graphical Description of Center Rack-Mount Installation Kit for One “1/2- Rack” Unit (Order Code RMBK-13) ..................... 31 Appendix F–Example of Model 5421 Routes (Subscriptions) made using Dante Controller ..32 Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 3...
Page 4: Revision History
Documents new audio engine configuration choices. • Updated to meet latest document format. Issue 2, September 2022: • Updated for clarity. Issue 1, March 2020: • Initial release of complete document. Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 4 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 5: Introduction
-compatible products. It’s directly ® digital matrix devices, the Model 5421 is optimized compatible with the Studio Technologies’ range of 1-, to allow direct support for theater, small broadcast, 2-, and 4-channel intercom beltpacks. The Model 5421 intercom, and broadcast applications.
Page 6 Audinate’s Ultimo™ integrated modes: Party-Line w/Auto Mix, Party-Line, Summing circuit. (Many products from Studio Technologies use Bus w/Auto Mix, Summing Bus, and Pass-Thru. Ultimo.) While an excellent cost-effective means of...
Page 7: Getting Started
5421 Dante Intercom Engine. A Gigabit Ethernet (GigE No pushbutton or configuration switches are provid- or GbE) connection that supports Power-over-Ethernet ed. The Studio Technologies’ STcontroller software (PoE) will be made using a standard RJ45 patch cable. application is used to configure the unit’s operating If desired, an optional installation kit will be used to parameters.
Page 8 Installation kits, purchased one or two Model 5421 units. If an installation kit was separately, are available from Studio Technologies. purchased, it would typically have been shipped in a The following sections provide details on how to use separate carton.
Page 9 6-32 machine screws to attach the other another product that is compatible with the RMBK-12 standard-length bracket onto the right side of the Model (such as the Studio Technologies’ Model 48D Dante 5421’s enclosure. Bridge). The kit contains two standard rack brackets,...
Page 10: Dante Configuration
In this case, it’s highly which is available for download free of charge at recommended that a unit be physically marked, e.g., Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 10 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 11 An intercom user device, such as a beltpack from Studio Technologies, must have a talk and listen channel from the same channel routed to the same channel on the same intercom group from the Model 5421.
Page 12: Model 5421 Configuration
Model 5421 unit that is to be configured. Immediately after starting STcontroller, the application will locate all the Studio Technologies’ devices that it can control. The one or more Model 5421 units to be configured will appear in the device list. Use the Identify command to allow easy recognition of a specific Model 5421 unit. Double-clicking on a device name will cause the associated configuration menu to appear.
Page 13 A change will require that time and effort be spent confirming and possibly revising channel labels (names) and routes (Dante subscriptions). Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 13...
Page 14 Model 5421’s FPGA integrated world, these signals would be considered “4-wire” with circuit, automatically adjusts the contribution that each separate audio paths for send and receive. As such, Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 14 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 15 (Dante subscribed) to it. This would, as an example, receives is uniformly excellent. And finally, for each allow up to 16 of the Studio Technologies’ Model 372A user to hear themselves (audio associated with their or Model 373A single-channel beltpacks to be utilized...
Page 16 Auto Mix group (the specific mix-minus output) needs to be routed to the input on that specific intercom de- vice. Without routing both channels, PL functionality will not be achieved. Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 16 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 17 This operating mode is identical to the Party-Line w/Auto Mix operating mode with the exception that the Auto Mix function is not active. Studio Technologies recommends that in most cases the Auto Mix function be active. For special applications or test purposes, this mode might be appropriate. Refer to the previous section for details on party-line operation.
Page 18 (Dante subscribed) to the one the use of a stand-alone audio processor, portable or more Dante receivers (inputs) on multiple products. analog-supporting mixer unit, or digital plug-in. Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 18 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 19 The resulting output signal is provided on multiple Dante transmitter (output) chan- nels. This mode is identical to the Summing Bus w/Auto Mix operating mode with the exception that the Auto Mix function is not active. Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 19...
Page 20 A practical application would be to allow the Dante be routed (Dante subscribed) to as many destinations transmitter (output) channels provided by Studio Tech- as is practically required. nologies’ products that utilize the Ultimo integrated Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 20 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 21 Model 5421 group depends on the selected group size. A group size of 4 would provide four independent Pass-Thru sections. A group size of 16 would provide 16 independent Pass-Thru sections. Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 21...
Page 22: Operation
Leader clock for the connected an input signal associated with it. Otherwise, that input Dante network. won’t be present in the mix. (Remember, the Model Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 22 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 23 Dante IP address.) This method is most effective with a LAN that uses unmanaged Ethernet switches. Con- Users who are familiar with the Studio Technologies’ temporary LANs that utilize managed switches may Model 5422A Dante Intercom Audio Engine may recall limit the ARP command’s effectiveness.
Page 24 M5421.bin and for the FPGA firmware the be removed. To be conservative, remove the power file name must be BWYA.bit. Studio Technologies source first and then remove the USB flash drive. will supply each firmware file inside a .zip archive 7.
Page 25 Select the Device tab and then select the Factory Defaults feature. Then click on the OK box. Refer to Appendix A for a list of the Model 5421’s factory defaults. Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 25...
Page 26: Specifications
≤6.49 watts) per IEEE 802.3af ® (PL) circuits in Dante audio-over-IP environments. Also Configuration: requires Studio Technologies’ provides functions for use in Remote Integration (REMI) STcontroller software application and At-Home production applications. Includes summing (mixing) of audio channels for general-purpose applica- Connectors: tions.
Page 27: Appendix A-Stcontroller Default Configuration Values
System – Group B Function: Party-Line w/ Auto Mix System – Group C Function: Party-Line w/ Auto Mix System – Group D Function: Party-Line w/ Auto Mix Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 27...
Page 28: Appendix B-Graphical Description Of The Installation Kit For Panel-Cutout Or Surface-Mounting Use (Order Code Rmbk-10)
Appendix B–Graphical Description of the Installation Kit for Panel Cutout or Surface-Mounting Use (Order Code: RMBK-10) This installation kit is used for mounting one Model 5421 unit into a panel cutout or flat surface. Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 28 Studio Technologies, Inc.
Page 29: Appendix C-Graphical Description Of Left- Or Right-Side Rack-Mount Installation Kit For One "1/2- Rack" Unit (Order Code Rmbk-11)
This installation kit is used for mounting one Model 5421 unit into one space (1U) of a 19-inch equipment rack. Unit will be located on the left- or right-side of the 1U opening. Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 29...
Page 30: Appendix D-Graphical Description Of Rack-Mount Installation Kit For Two "1/2- Rack" Units (Order Code Rmbk-12)
This installation kit can be used to mount two Model 5421 units or one Model 5421 unit and another product that is compatible with the RMBK-12 (such as the Studio Technologies’ Model 544D Interface) into one space (1U) of a 19-inch equipment rack.
Page 31: Appendix E-Graphical Description Of Center Rack-Mount Installation Kit For One "1/2- Rack" Unit (Order Code Rmbk-13)
This installation kit is used for mounting one Model 5421 unit into one space (1U) of a 19-inch equipment rack. Unit will be located in the center of the 1U opening. Model 5421 User Guide Issue 3, June 2023 Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 31...
Page 32: Appendix F-Example Of Model 5421 Routes (Subscriptions) Made Using Dante Controller
Model 5421 DANTE INTERCOM AUDIO ENGINE Appendix F–Example of Model 5421 Routes (Subscriptions) made using Dante Controller Issue 3, June 2023 Model 5421 User Guide Page 32 Studio Technologies, Inc.