Product Description
Gefen's AV over IP solutions offer high - performance, scalable, expandable, and secure AV routing and distribution via a standard Gigabit Local Area Network. The Digital and Analog Audio over IP Sender (EXT - ADA - LAN - TX) and Receiver (EXT - ADA - LAN - RX) are new in Gefen's AV over IP product family, providing an audio - only option for background music, public announcements, etc. It supports L/R Analog, Coaxial Digital, and Optical Digital audio input and output. With digital inputs and outputs, it can distribute 2 - channel PCM and up to 5.1 channels of Bitstream. Besides audio, RS - 232 and 2 - way IR can be independently routed for source and amplifier control. This Gen 2.0 product line is backward - compatible with first - generation products. Key features include extending audio, RS - 232, and IR over a Gigabit LAN, independent routing, and enhanced security with the EXT - CU - LAN Matrix Controller. It also has a built - in web interface and supports a large number of units. The 802.3af PoE allows powering through a standard IP network switch. The Receiver has a two - port Gigabit Ethernet switch, and the firmware is field - updatable. The enclosures are rack - mountable or surface - mountable. Shipping Info: Length 13.1 inches, Width 8.1 inches, Height 3.6 inches, Weight 2.9 lbs, UPC 888814999785. Supported audio formats are Analog L/R Stereo and Digital 2 - Channel PCM up to 5.1 channels of Bitstream.
Using this Gefen audio sender and receiver package is easy. First, connect the sender to your audio source. You can use the L/R Analog, Coaxial Digital, or Optical Digital inputs depending on your source. Connect the receiver to your amplifier or speaker system using the corresponding output options. For power, you can use the 5V DC power supply or the 802.3af PoE if your network switch supports it. The RS - 232 and IR ports can be used to control your source and amplifier independently. When setting up, make sure your network has enough bandwidth as it can support a large number of units. Regarding maintenance, keep the units in a clean and dry environment. The firmware can be updated via the EXT - CU - LAN controller or the built - in web server interface. If you need to reset the units, use the recessed reset button. And always be careful when handling the locking power supply connectors to avoid damage.
