Genelec has introduced its 9402A system management device, designed to deliver Dante-compatible professional monitoring.
As an extension of the UNIO monitoring ecosystem, the 9402A system management device is designed for audio-over-IP networking and provides both Dante and AES67 compatibility for Genelec’s range of smart active monitors and subwoofers.
The 9402A system management device is compatible with all formats from stereo to 9.2.6, providing a bridge between AES/EBU signal paths and fully networked AoIP infrastructures.
The 9402A supports up to 16 channels of digital audio via a DB25 connector connector. AES/EBU outputs are available on XLR for subwoofer integration and auxiliary stereo monitoring, enabling flexible routing and monitoring via in-room loudspeakers and professional headphones.
High-resolution audio is supported with sampling rates up to 192 KHz and bit depths up to 32-bit, fully in the digital domain.
The system management device integrates with Genelec Loudspeaker Manager software, allowing full system calibration, including subwoofer alignment and support for bass management. A subwoofer output is included which enables smart active subwoofers to be chained to increase the low frequency SPL output. Channel capacity can also be quickly expanded with more 9402A devices, providing compatibility with 22.2 and other high channel count immersive formats.
Gigabit Ethernet low-latency operation is deployed alongside support for broadcast-grade redundant network connectivity. Data security is enabled by Dante Media Encryption, using robust AES 256-bit key-protected audio transport to the 9402A, as well as support for centrally managed security policies. Audio is transported between AoIP and AES/EBU formats using low latency OSI Layer 3 technologies for routing across IP subnets as well as between buildings or on wide-area networks.
The 9402A is available in a 1U rack-mount format for integration into studio or broadcast racks and uses Genelec’s Intelligent Signal Sensing (ISS) technology to minimise power consumption during idle periods. With single-cable network capability, the management device also simplifies facility management and reduces cabling requirements.