DirectOut EXBOX.BLDS (case) (Discontinued)

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MADI Redundancy Switch (Discontinued)

 Please note: this product has been discontinued. A similar alternative is the Directout Exbox.MD

  • Automatic MADI redundancy switch for audio production environments

Please note: This product page is for the EXBOX.BLDS outer case only.

    The EXBOX.BLDS requires that you additionally purchase 2 x I/O modules from the following options;

    Features
    • 2x MADI ports (MM or SM SC fibre, BNC, SFP)
    • Automatic switch to 2nd input should 1st input fail
    • Monitors 1 channel of each MADI stream for BLDS signal
    • Changeover within 1 sample (0.02 msec) of loss of BLDS signal
    • 2 external PSU Hirose connectors for redundancy (1 power supply included)

    If you have any questions or need any further information, please feel free to contact us.

    Description

    The DirectOut EXBOX.BLDS is a sophisticated MADI redundancy switch for production environments with advanced reliability requirements. In addition to the standard changeover from one input to the other in the case of a loss of the MADI signal, the unit incorporates a unique feature from DirectOut, the Buffer Loop Detection System™.

    Enhanced Signal Control
    The Buffer Loop Detection System™ is used to detect silence or a corrupted input signal - e.g. caused by an application hang of the playout system (repeating buffers) or stuttered playback due to system overload.

    A provided software tool creates a .wav file containing a low level signal which is inserted into the MADI stream. The artificial design of the Buffer Loop Detection Signal enables reliable and inaudible switch-over within one sample.

    For less critical switching requirements a simple pilot tone can also be used to trigger automatic switch-over.

    Input Switching
    The MADI input can be switched manually by a push button on the front panel of the device. Different redundancy modes (prioritisation of inputs) offer the means to adjust the trigger behaviour of EXBOX.BLDS.

    GPI/GPO
    Four GPIs and four GPOs are accessible via DSUB-9 connectors. The GPIs may be used to select the MADI input or to trigger a switch-over. GPOs provide monitoring of the current input and switching state.

    All-Round Functionality
    EXBOX.BLDS offers highest flexibility as it provides two module based MADI ports. The customer may choose from modules of three different interface types:

    • optical SC (single-mode or multi-mode)
    • coaxial (BNC)
    • SFP 

    The Small Form Factor Pluggable cage can be fitted with any SFP module suitable for the particular application.

    Service
    The device can be updated with a new or customised firmware via the integral USB port.

    Safe operation
    Two robust Hirose sockets are available to plug in up to two external power supply units or battery packs for safe operating conditions with redundancy. 

    Rack-Ready
    Each EXBOX can be mounted into a standard 19’’-rack by using the optional kit BOXMOUNT.XL. Up to three devices may fit side-by-side within 1 RU.

    Specifications

     

    Interfaces
    MADI ports (I/O):2 x I/O ports - individually configurable
    Modules:SC socket single/multi-mode
    coaxial BNC, 75 Ω
    SFP cage
    Digital
    Sample rates:44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, 192 kHz (+/- 12,5%)
    MADI formats:48k / 96k Frame, 56 / 64 channel, S/MUX
    Communication
    GPI:4 x Voltage input via DSUB-9
    GPO:4 x MOSFET switch via DSUB-9
    Global
    Service:Mini USB 2.0 for firmware updates (Windows®)
    Power supply:external, 2 x Hirose (9 - 24 V)*
    Dimensions:Width 140 mm
    Height 42 mm
    Depth 140 mm
    Weight:about 1 kg
    USB Serial driver:Windows®
    Accessory
    BOXMOUNT.XL for 19’’ rack mount
    SFP modules (LC single-mode or multi-mode)
    Device variants
    Single-mode:MADI port: SC-Socket single-mode
    Dual PSU:optional available

     

    Notes
    * 1 x power supply included

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