Mineola 8×8 Dante Audio Bridge
The Mineola 8×8 is the ultimate solution for demanding setups requiring eight inputs and eight outputs. Designed to bridge digital Dante and analog XLR audio seamlessly, it provides exceptional performance for large-scale productions. Ideal for live events, broadcast studios, or permanent installations, the Mineola 8×8 delivers pristine audio and unparalleled flexibility for professional environments.
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Analog Inputs | 8 channels balanced or unbalanced (XLR/TRS combo) with 48 V phantom power. |
| Analog Outputs | 8 channels balanced or unbalanced (XLR/TRS combo). |
| Digital Audio | Dante® network audio support for 8 channels. |
| Network Ports | 1 × Dante Primary (RJ45, PoE) 1 × Dante Secondary (RJ45) |
| Latency | Configurable via Dante Controller: 1 ms, 2 ms or 5 ms. |
| ESD Protection | IEC 61000-4-2: ±8 kV (air discharge) & ±4 kV (contact discharge). |
| Housing | Metal enclosure, colour “Turtle Aqua”. |
| Rack Mount | 1U 19″ rack mount friendly. |
| Power Options | PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0) OR 12 V DC input. |
| Operating Environment | Temp: -20 °C to +60 °C Humidity: 20%–90% RH (non-condensing) |
Mineola 8×8 Dante® Audio Bridge.
Primary function: Seamlessly bridges analog audio (via XLR/TRS) and digital audio on a Dante audio network—making it possible to integrate standard pro-audio gear into networked audio systems.
Ideal uses: Live event setups, broadcast studios, AV installations, places where moderate channel counts suffice but professional reliability is required.
Connectivity features:
8 analog inputs (balanced/unbalanced) with 48 V phantom power.
8 analog outputs (balanced/unbalanced).
Dante® digital audio support for 8 channels.
Primary Dante network port (RJ45, PoE) + Secondary Dante network port for redundancy.
Control & latency:
Supports configuration via Dante Controller and Web UI.
Latency is configurable (1ms, 2ms or 5ms) using Dante Controller.
Mechanical & power specs:
Housing: metal enclosure, 1 U 19″ rack mount.
Power: PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 or 12 V DC.
Operating temperature: -20 °C to +60 °C; Humidity: 20%–90% non-condensing.