Product Overview
The RME M-1620 Pro D converts 16 analog line-level signals (switchable per channel up to +24 dBu) to and from MADI, ADAT, and Dante network technology. Housed in a single-height 19-inch rack unit, it features a newly developed front panel with LED level meters, a display, and two separate headphone outputs for monitoring. Equipped with advanced converters and flexible internal routing, it is an essential component for any audio network.
- Reliability and Redundancy
- The M-1620 Pro by RME is built for reliability, featuring dual network and MADI connections, along with a monitored DC input in addition to its internal AC power supply. A unique signaling system alerts users to any issues, ensuring uninterrupted operation. With full stand-alone capability, settings can be adjusted directly on the unit, allowing for quick modifications or recalling user-defined presets.
- Advanced Features
- The M-1620 Pro offers manual configuration of the converter’s aliasing filters for optimal impulse and frequency response. SteadyClock FS effectively reduces jitter on digital input signals. The device includes separate Word Clock BNC and coaxial MADI connectors, with optional optical MADI via an SFP module, enabling easy integration into existing infrastructures.
- Dante Integration
- The M-1620 Pro D adds 64-channel Dante connectivity, allowing direct links to other audio devices via standard Ethernet switches. It can also function as a switch for daisy-chaining Dante devices if redundancy is not required. With Audinate's Dante Virtual Soundcard™ (license not included), users can record and playback up to 64 channels of analog and digital I/O on their computer.
- Remote Control and Integration
- Both models feature a JSON-based API for full integration and remote control via network port or USB. A web-based remote application provides easy access to the 304x308 channel routing matrix (240x244 for M-1620 Pro D).
RME M-1620 Pro Dante Features
- 16 x Line Input
- 16 x Line Output
- 2 x Phones Output
- 4 x ADAT I/O
- 1 x MADI Optical SFP (optional)
- 1 x Redundant PSU (optional)
- 1 x Word Clock I/O
- 1 x MADI I/O coaxial
- 2 x Gigabit Ethernet (802.3 compliant)
- SteadyClock FS
- DC-coupled Outputs
- USB for firmware & remote control
