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This chapter describes the optional Dante Audio input card which supports up to 512 bi-directional channels to be used in Pandoras Box.

Dante distributes high-quality, low-latency media signals with perfect synchronization over existing IT data networks. Dante is a scalable, reliable and easy to use media network solution. Dante has become the standard for media networking and digital audio over IP. Dante does not require a dedicated network infrastructure and runs on off-the-shelf computer networking hardware. The card is compatible with all Dante-enabled audio equipment over standard IP/Ethernet network.

With the Dante audio card you can transmit a maximum of 512 bi-directional audio channels with a sample rate of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, or 96 kHz.

The card can act as a Dante Clock Leader which is necessary to unlock the Dante functionality, generate a clock, and sync the signals. The "Dante Controller" software can be used to assign route signals, match sample rates for sources and outputs, etc.

The audio interface presents as standard ASIO sound card. In Pandoras Box, you can set up the card in the Configuration tab. Please see the chapter "ASIO Audio" for more information.

The Dante audio card provides two distinct network connections, a "Primary" and a "Secondary" (each 1Gbps, Ethernet RJ45 connectors) which are Redundancy ports offering failover functionality. The card features Audinate's patented Glitch Free redundancy and ultra-low latency with sub-microsecond synchronization. Audio continues uninterrupted in the event of a primary network connectivity issue.

Pandoras Box still supports the end-of-life Dante Audio card from Audinate which can transmit a maximum of 256 redundant audio channels: 128 input and 128 output channels with a sample rate of 44.1 kHz, 48 kHz, 88.2 kHz, or 96 kHz. If you set up a sample rate of 176.4 kHz or 192 kHz, you can still use 64 redundant input and 64 output channels. The sample bit depth is 24 bit PCM.

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