Dante 2-Channel XLR Input Adapter – Tight AV AU-X2I-DA

Converts two balanced analog microphone or line inputs into Dante network streams

Overview
The AU-X2I-DA is a Dante interface that takes two balanced XLR audio inputs and transmits them into a Dante network. It enables integration of legacy or analog audio sources into modern Dante/AES67 setups without needing separate converters or mixers.

Description
This unit accepts two balanced analog audio signals via XLR female connectors and converts them into digital Dante channels. It supports 24-bit audio at 48 kHz and offers configurable latency options (1, 2 or 5 ms). The adapter supports both Dante and AES67 over IP for broad compatibility. Powered via standard PoE (802.3af), it consumes around 2.4 W. The device is designed for reliability in typical AV environments with an operating temperature range of –5 °C to +55 °C. Its compact dimensions are 30 × 28 × 114 mm, and its weight is approximately 140 g, facilitating discreet installation.

Key Features
Accepts two balanced analog inputs and converts them to Dante streams
Supports 24-bit, 48 kHz audio
Configurable latency (1 / 2 / 5 ms)
Compatible with Dante and AES67 networks
Powered via PoE (802.3af)
Compact and lightweight for flexible deployment

Technical Specifications

Model: AU-X2I-DA
Input Type: 2 × XLR female (balanced analog)
Sample Rate: 48 kHz
Bit Depth: 24 bit
Latency (configurable): 1 / 2 / 5 ms
Network Protocols: Dante, AES67
Power: PoE 802.3af
Max Power Consumption: ~2.4 W
Operating Temperature: –5 to +55 °C
Storage Temperature: –25 to +70 °C
Dimensions: 30 × 28 × 114 mm
Weight: ~140 g
Analog Input Level Range: –20 dBu to +20 dBu (typical)
Dynamic Range: > 100 dB
THD+N: < 0.01 %
Compliance: CE, FCC, RoHS

Typical Applications
Capturing analog signals from microphones, mixers, or legacy audio equipment and sending them across a Dante audio network
Ideal for installations upgrading analog sound systems into digital AV environments
Used in corporate, broadcast, and live sound settings where analog-to-Dante conversion is required