The Yamaha DANTE-MY16-AUD2 is a top - notch digital audio networking interface card. It's a fully - compatible Yamaha Mini - YGDAI standard card that quickly enables Dante functionality for your Yamaha mixer, processor, or power amp. Each card offers 16 bidirectional audio channels (8 at 96 kHz) and reliable Dante network audio redundancy over Gigabit Ethernet. Key features include support for multiple sample rates like 44.1, 88.2, 48, and 96 kHz. You can use sample rate pull - up/down to sync audio with frame - rate - converted video. The cards can be daisy - chained via the secondary Ethernet port and PIN - locked/unlocked using Dante Controller. It has 2x RJ - 45 connectors for Dante I/O and 1x D - sub 9 pin connector for RS232 - C. You can select latency from five preset values. With multiple cards, you can transfer more than 16 audio channels. It features automatic discovery and setup for network devices, and you can name devices as needed. It also allows direct PC or Mac audio input/output without an audio interface. Technical specs show 16IN/16OUT audio channels, multiple sample rates, bit - depths, Gigabit Ethernet, redundancy, daisy - chaining, and compatibility with many Yamaha products.
Using the Yamaha DANTE - MY16 - AUD2 is easy. First, install it in a compatible Yamaha device. Make sure to connect the Ethernet cables properly to the RJ - 45 connectors for Dante I/O and the D - sub 9 pin connector for RS232 - C if needed. When setting up, you can rely on the automatic discovery feature to quickly find the device on the network. You can name your device according to your preference. For audio synchronization, use the sample rate pull - up/down feature when working with video that has had its frame rate converted. Select the appropriate latency value from the five preset options based on your needs. When using multiple cards, you can daisy - chain them via the secondary Ethernet port to transfer more audio channels. To protect your device, you can PIN - lock it using the Dante Controller. When it comes to maintenance, keep the card in a clean and dry environment. Check the connections regularly to ensure they are secure. If you encounter any issues, refer to the Yamaha support resources or contact their customer service.
