Downtown Dolby Atmos to Dante Audio Encoder
DOWNTOWN brings Dolby Atmos and DTS to Dante, supporting Dolby Digital, DD+, Atmos, DTS:X, and PCM up to 9.1 channels, with each channel appearing as a separate Dante audio stream for flexible routing in Dante Controller. It features PoE redundancy, primary and secondary Dante network failover, a dedicated control network, AES67 support, and full API control, making it ideal for theme parks, theaters, stadiums, and broadcast environments. TAA compliant and backed by a 5-year warranty for complete peace of mind.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Product Name | Turtle AV DOWNTOWN Multichannel Dolby Atmos & DTS-to-Dante Encoder |
| Audio Format Support | Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus (DD+), Dolby Atmos, DTS:X, PCM up to 9.1 channels |
| Digital Reference Output | Dante® / AES67, up to 9 channels PCM (44.1 kHz–96 kHz, 16/24-bit) plus stereo down-mix |
| Video Input/Pass-through | HDMI 2.1 input (up to 8K@60Hz 4:2:0 10-bit) with loop-out; supports HDR formats (Dolby Vision, HDR10, HDR10+, HLG) |
| Analog Outputs | 9-channel line out (balanced/unbalanced) + stereo down-mix output; max ~2 V RMS |
| Frequency Response | 20 Hz – 20 kHz (±0.5 dB) |
| Dynamic Range / SNR | >100 dB @ 0 dBu, 1 kHz (A-weighted) |
| THD + Noise | <0.01% @ +4 dBu, 1 kHz |
| Connectors – Audio/Control | HDMI input, SPDIF optical, line-out (Phoenix 5-pin), RS-232/trigger (Phoenix 5-pin), IR 3.5 mm jack |
| Network Ports | 2 × Dante network ports (Primary + Secondary, RJ-45, PoE) + separate control LAN port |
| Power / Redundancy | Dual PoE power ports + DC power option (for triple redundancy) |
| Form Factor | 1 RU rackmount compatible; metal enclosure; color “Turtle Aqua” (Pantone 3262 C) |
| Operating Environment | Temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C; Humidity: 20%-90% RH (non-condensing) |
| Compliance & Warranty | TAA compliant; 5-year warranty with advance replacement |
The Turtle AV DOWNTOWN is a professional multichannel audio interface that bridges modern immersive audio formats with Dante® Audio-over-IP networks. Supporting Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital, Dolby Digital Plus (DD+), DTS:X, and PCM up to 9.1 channels, it converts complex surround and object-based sound into discrete Dante and AES67 network channels with pristine fidelity.
Engineered for high-end AV and broadcast installations, DOWNTOWN features HDMI 2.1 input and loop-out for video pass-through up to 8K @ 60 Hz, ensuring full compatibility with today’s premium video and audio systems. It also includes optical SPDIF, ARC/eARC, and a stereo down-mix output, allowing flexible routing to both immersive and legacy systems.
With dual Dante network ports, redundant PoE power, and a dedicated control LAN, the DOWNTOWN guarantees exceptional reliability and system stability in mission-critical applications. Built-in DSP and configurable output management provide precise control for integrators, while its 1 U rackmount chassis fits easily into professional AV environments.
Ideal for theatres, cinemas, stadiums, broadcast studios, and high-end commercial AV systems, the DOWNTOWN delivers next-generation immersive sound with Dante network simplicity.
Key Features
Converts Dolby Atmos, Dolby Digital Plus, DTS:X, and PCM to Dante/AES67
Supports up to 9.1 channels of digital audio
HDMI 2.1 input and loop-through (8K @ 60 Hz, HDR10, Dolby Vision)
Dual Dante ports for primary/secondary network redundancy
Dual PoE power + DC power option for triple redundancy
Stereo down-mix output for compatibility with legacy zones
Web-based configuration and firmware management
Rackmount 1 U metal chassis, silent fanless operation
TAA-compliant, backed by a 5-year warranty