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Professional Networked Audio Integration
The Lindy 2ch XLR Audio to Dante Encoder is a compact, road ready solution designed to seamlessly bridge traditional analog audio equipment with modern Dante enabled networks. Built for professional AV environments, it converts high quality two channel analog audio into low latency, uncompressed Dante digital audio, ensuring consistent performance across installations, live events, corporate venues, and broadcast systems. Its rugged, easy to use design supports hot swapping and PoE, making deployment simple, flexible, and cost effective.
By replacing multiple analogue or multi core cables with a single network cable, the encoder streamlines system setups while enabling long distance extension of audio XLR signal.
With support for Dante Controller software, users can easily scale their system, manage routing, and configure audio channels across any Dante network. Whether connecting legacy mixers, DSPs, compressors, DI boxes, or wireless mic receivers, this encoder delivers the interoperability and scalability required for modern professional audio workflows.
Dante and Dante software are licensed trademarks of Audinate Pty Ltd.
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SECTION 1 - HERO HEADLINE
The Lindy 2ch XLR Audio to Dante® Encoder provides a simple and reliable way to integrate analogue XLR audio sources into Dante® networked audio systems, making it ideal for professional AV, live sound, broadcast and installed audio environments.
SECTION 2 - FEATURE CALLOUT
Designed to bridge traditional analogue audio equipment with modern digital audio networks, this compact encoder converts two XLR input channels into low latency, uncompressed Dante® audio. With support for PoE, USB-C power and Dante® Controller software, it offers a flexible and scalable solution for integrating mixers, DSPs, DI boxes, compressors and wireless receivers into professional networked audio systems.
SECTION 3 - AT A GLANCE
2 channel XLR audio input
Captures high quality analogue audio for Dante® network distribution.
Dante® and AES67 support
Enables integration into scalable professional audio networks.
USB-C or PoE powered
Flexible power options simplify installation and deployment.
Compact metal housing
Suitable for field use, rack setups and fixed AV installations.
SECTION 4 - KEY BENEFITS
Integrates analogue equipment into Dante® systems
Converts two channels of analogue XLR audio into Dante® digital audio, allowing existing mixers, DSPs, DI boxes and wireless receivers to be used within modern networked environments.
Reduces cabling complexity
By carrying audio over standard network infrastructure, the encoder can replace longer analogue or multicore cable runs with a single network cable.
Supports professional audio quality
With 24-bit audio and sample rates up to 96kHz, the encoder supports clean, accurate signal conversion for demanding AV and audio workflows.
Flexible power for easier installation
Power can be supplied via USB-C or 802.3af PoE, helping installers deploy the unit in racks, behind equipment or in temporary production setups.
Scalable routing and system control
Support for Dante® Controller software allows users to configure routing and manage audio channels across Dante® networks as systems expand.
Built for professional environments
The compact metal enclosure and included mounting ears make the encoder suitable for live events, corporate venues, broadcast systems and fixed AV installations.
SECTION 5 - TYPICAL APPLICATIONS
The 2ch XLR Audio to Dante® Encoder is ideal for connecting analogue audio sources such as mixers, DSPs, DI boxes, compressors and wireless microphone receivers to Dante® enabled networks. It is well suited to live sound systems, broadcast environments, corporate AV installations, education spaces, houses of worship and venues where reliable long-distance audio distribution is required.
SECTION 6 - TECHNICAL SUMMARY
The encoder supports Dante® and AES67 protocols with 24-bit audio and sample rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2 and 96kHz. It provides two XLR female inputs, one RJ45 network output and supports transmission distances up to 100m (328.08ft) over standard network infrastructure.
Power can be supplied via USB-C or 802.3af PoE, with maximum power consumption of 2.35W. The compact metal housing measures 127 x 53 x 26mm and is designed for practical use in portable, rack-mounted and fixed installation environments. The encoder is supplied with mounting ears and screws, a user manual and is backed by a 3-year warranty.
Dante and Dante software are licensed trademarks of Audinate Pty Ltd.
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