Description

Tascam ML-16D

A powerful and flexible solution

The TASCAM ML-16D is a professional Dante-focused converter made specifically to insert or extract analog audio into or out of a Dante (Digital Audio Network Through Ethernet) network using external breakout devices that utilize Sub-D format connectors.

The ML-16D has 2 D-Sub inputs and 2 D-Sub outputs, which can easily be connected to any of the many devices that utilize D-Sub connectors such as microphone preamplifiers, large and small format console mixers, audio interfaces, amplifiers, and euro block connector devices. This simple, yet elegant, the solution enables audio to be quickly and easily inserted into – or extracted from – the Dante audio stream.

Now compatible with SMPTE ST 2110-30

Dante module firmware V1.2.0.0 now supports SMPTE ST-2110-30, which will enable a smooth IP transmission of PCM digital audio for structuring broadcast systems.

* Audinate’s provided Dante Domain Manager (DDM) v1.1 or higher is required for the operation of SMPTE ST 2110-30.
For more information about DDM, please visit Audinate’s website.
https://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-domain-manager/

SMTPE ST 2110

SMPTE ST-2110 is a video and audio IP network standard defined by SMPTE (Society of Motion Picture and Television Engineers). SMPTE ST-2110 is designed to separately embed and transmit video, audio, and ancillary signals, reducing the de-embedding processing load and network load of each device, while also enabling users to de-embed only the packet data they desire for further editing. ST-2110-30 realizes IP transmission of PCM digital audio, enabling high-precision synchronization using PTP (IEEE1588-2008) and low-latency transmission. It is expected to become a network standard protocol in next-generation broadcasting systems.

About Dante

Dante is a transmission protocol developed by Audinate. It enables multi-channel transmission (512ch IN/512ch OUT) and word-clock sync with high accuracy via the network with gigabit Ethernet standard.

For further information about Dante, please visit the Audinate website below.
https://www.audinate.com/

Now compatible with SMPTE ST 2110-30

Dante module firmware V1.2.0.0 now supports SMPTE ST-2110-30, which will enable a smooth IP transmission of PCM digital audio for structuring broadcast systems.

The TASCAM ML-16D makes it possible to transmit 16-channel analog line input/output signals

Primary and Secondary network connections redundancy and security

Primary and secondary connectors enable the building of a redundant system with a duplex network. Should the primary network route fails the ML-16D automatically switches to the secondary network route. This highly secure system prevents interruption and introduces no noise during the switch.

Flexible routing to connected Dante-compatible devices

The ML-16D uses Dante Controller to configure the main unit and to connect to other Dante-compatible devices. Dante Controller enables flexible routing configuration to other Dante-compatible devices.

About Dante Controller
Dante Controller is a free software application released by Audinate.
Download the latest version from the Audinate website.
Audinate download page: https://www.audinate.com/products/software/dante-controller

Possible to interconnect with AES67 and Ravenna systems

Dante supports AES67, which enables audio connection with systems using AES67 and AES67-compatible protocols including Ravenna.

Integrated Signal/Overload indicator

The front panel is equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables the monitoring of analog input/output signals. The signal indicator turns on when a signal level becomes lower than –60dBFs.

5 selectable reference levels which can accommodate to a variety of scenes

Flexible choice of connectors according to purposes

ML-16D is equipped with D-sub 25-pin connectors as analog line input/output connectors, and combining with optional breakout boxes enables conversion to Euro Block and XLR.
ML-16D

Example of conversion using Euro Block breakout box
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Example of XLR connector conversion using XLR IN breakout box and XLR OUT breakout box
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Features at a glance

Dante-focused interface for connection of external audio into or out of a Dante audio network
16 channel analog line input and 16 analog line outputs (48k/96kHz) using four D-Sub connectors
Dual redundant Ethernet jacks which support both primary and secondary connections
1. Dante primary and secondary connectors support redundancy
2. Compatible with SMPTE ST 2110-30
3. AES67 and Ravenna compatible
4. Dante Controller for flexible routing
Up to 96kHz/24-bit quality
Equipped with a signal/overload indicator that enables level monitoring of analog input/output signals
Reference level dip switches for selectable DBu level metering
LED display for signal level and overload per input/output channel
Firmware updatable via Dante port
Equipped with D-sub 25-pin connectors as line input/output connectors
1U rack mount size
Optional BO-32DE (D-sub/Euro Block breakout box) supports Euro Block connectors
Optional BO-16DX/IN and BO-16DX/OUT (D-sub/XLR breakout box) support XLR connectors

Specifications

	ML-32D	ML-16D
Formats
Sampling frequency	44.1k / 48k / 88.2k / 96k Hz
Quantization bit rate	16 / 24-bit
Analog Inputs/Outputs
LINE INPUTS
Connector	D-sub 25pin female × 2
Locking screws	No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
Nominal input levels	+4dBu, +6dBu (only when maximum input level is +15dBu)
Maximum input levels	+24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
Input impedance	10kΩ or higher
LINE OUTPUTS
Connector	D-sub 25pin female × 2
Connector	No.4-40 UNC (inch type)
Output impedance	200Ω or lower
Applicable load impedance	2kΩ or higher
Nominal output levels	+4dBu, +6dBu (only when the maximum output level is +15dBu)
Maximum output levels	+24dBu, +22dBu, +20dBu, +18dBu, +15dBu (set by REF. LEVEL switches)
PRIMARY/SECONDARY
Connector	RJ-45 × 2
Transmission protocol	Dante
Gigabit Ethernet standard	1000BASE-T (IEEE 802.3ab)
Cables	Category 5e or faster STP cables
Power	AC 100 – 240V, 50/60Hz
Power consumption	22W	14W
Dimensions (W×H×D)	19.0″ × 1.77″ × 11.96″ / 483 × 45 × 303.8 mm
Weight	7.7 lbs. / 3.5 kg	7.3 lbs. / 3.3 kg
Operating temperature range	32˚F to 104˚F / 0˚C to 40˚C
Standard accessories	Power cord, Rackmount screw kit, Owner’s Manual (including warranty)

Audio performance

ANALOG IN → Dante OUT

Frequency response	20Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB/–0.5dB (–16dBFS input, 44.1k/48kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) 20Hz to 40kHz +0.1dB/–0.5dB (–16dBFS input, 88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA
Distortion (THD+N)	0.001% or lower (–1dBFS input, 1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
S/N ratio	113dB or higher (44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Crosstalk	115dB or higher (1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)

Dante OUT → ANALOG IN

Frequency response	20Hz to 20kHz +0.1dB/–0.5dB (–16dBFS input, 44.1k/48kHz sampling frequency, JEITA) 20Hz to 40kHz +0.1dB/–1.0dB (–16dBFS input, 88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Distortion (THD+N)	0.001% or lower (–1dBFS input, 1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
S/N ratio	110dB or higher (44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)
Crosstalk	115dB or higher (1kHz, 44.1k/48k/88.2k/96kHz sampling frequency, JEITA)