Studio Technologies M5512A-01 Audio Interface

The Studio Technologies M5512A-01 is an advanced audio interface designed to seamlessly connect analog signals within audio-over-Ethernet networking environments. Offering 8 line-level analog inputs and 8 line-level analog outputs, this device provides a robust solution for applications utilizing the SMPTE ST 2110 suite of standards. It ensures reliable performance with redundant streaming capabilities following the ST 2022-7 standard. Users can easily convert line-level analog sources to digital audio over Ethernet, while digital signals can be converted back to balanced line-level outputs.

For enhanced troubleshooting, the M5512A-01 features a selectable configuration that allows users to choose between a sine wave tone or the analog inputs as the source for the analog output channels.

Studio Technologies M5512A-01 Applications

• Broadcasting: Ideal for use in radio and television studios, providing efficient routing and monitoring of audio signals.
• Live Events: Perfect for concerts and live performances, where high-quality audio and dependable operation are essential.
• Post-Production: Suitable for audio editing and mixing, ensuring accurate audio representation and control.
• Education: Utilized in educational institutions for audio engineering programs, allowing hands-on experience with professional equipment.
• Commercial Facilities: Serves as a reliable interface for audio distribution in commercial environments, enhancing sound quality for presentations and events.
• Government Facilities: Meets the rigorous demands of government communication and media operations, ensuring secure and high-fidelity audio handling.

Studio Technologies M5512A-01 Features

• Standard Compliance: Supports SMPTE ST 2110, AMWA NMOS IS-04, and IS-05 protocols.
• Input/Output Capability: 8 analog line-level inputs to ST 2110-30 outputs and ST 2110-30 inputs to 8 analog line-level outputs.
• User-Friendly Management: Connection management via web interfaces or ANEMAN™ software.
• Connectivity: Equipped with three Gigabit Ethernet interfaces for flexible networking.
• Connector Types: Utilizes standard connectors for easy integration.
• Audio Excellence: Delivers exceptional audio quality for professional applications.
• Power Options: Supports both AC mains and 12-volt DC powering.
• Compact Design: Lightweight, single rack-space (1U) enclosure for efficient mounting.

Studio Technologies M5512A-01 Specifications

Model Overview:

• Inputs/Outputs: 8 line-level analog inputs and 8 line-level analog outputs

Network Audio Technology:

• Standards: SMPTE ST 2110-10:2017, ST 2110-30:2017
• Conformance Levels:
  • Level A: 48 kHz streams with 1-8 audio channels at packet times of 1 ms
  • Level B: 48 kHz streams with 1-8 audio channels at packet times of 125 µs

  AMWA NMOS Support:

  • IS-04 Discover & Registration
  • IS-05 Device Connection Management

  Redundant Streams:

  • Compliant with Level B, SMPTE ST 2022-7:2013 for Seamless Protection Switching (8-channel stream at 48 kHz sample rate, packet time 125 µs)

  Synchronization:

  • PTP IEEE® 1588-2008 Version 2 compliant
  • Supported profile: IEEE 1588:2008

  Discovery, Control, and Connection Management:

  • Web user interface, JSON API, NMOS, Merging Technologies’ ANEMAN Audio Network Manager

  Remote Control:

  • Input and output parameters adjustable via internal web server

  Audio Performance:

  • Digital Audio Type: Pulse-code modulation (PCM)
  • Bit Depth: 24
  • Sampling Rate: 48 kHz
  • Sender Channels: 8
  • Receiver Channels: 8

  Network Interfaces:

  • Quantity: 3 (primary, secondary, and management)
  • Type: 1000BASE-T (Gigabit Ethernet)
  • Status LEDs: One link and one activity for each Ethernet interface

  Analog Inputs:

  • Type: Electronically balanced, capacitor coupled
  • Impedance: 20 kΩ
  • Nominal Level: +4 dBu (reference –20 dBFS, adjustable ±20 dB in 1-dB steps)
  • Maximum Level: +24 dBu
  • Dynamic Range: 120 dB, A-weighted
  • Distortion (THD+N): <0.0004% (–108 dB), ref 1 kHz, +23 dBu input/–1 dBFS output
  • Frequency Response: ±0.2 dB, 14 Hz to 20 kHz

  Analog Outputs:

  • Type: Electronically balanced, capacitor coupled
  • Source Impedance: 200 Ω
  • Nominal Level: +4 dBu (reference –20 dBFS, adjustable ±20 dB in 1-dB steps)
  • Maximum Level: +24 dBu
  • Dynamic Range: >119 dB, A-weighted
  • Distortion (THD+N): <0.001% (–101 dB), reference 1 kHz, –1 dBFS input/+23 dBu output
  • Frequency Response: ±0.1 dB, 6 Hz to 20 kHz

  Remote Configuration:

  • Adjustable nominal level for analog input and output ±20 dB via management port webpages

  Front-Panel Display:

  • Backlit LCD

  Software Updating:

  • USB flash drive for application and FPGA firmware updates

  Power Sources:

  • AC Mains: 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz, 20 W maximum
  • DC: 10 to 18 V, 1.5 A maximum

  Connectors:

  • Analog Inputs/Outputs: 25-pin female D-subminiature (DB-25F), AES59-2012-compliant
  • Ethernet Interfaces: RJ45
  • USB: Type A receptacle (for firmware updates)
  • AC Mains Input: IEC 320 C14-compatible
  • DC Input: 4-pin male XLR (pin 1 negative, pin 4 positive)

  Environmental:

  • Operating Temperature: 0 to 50°C (32 to 122°F)
  • Storage Temperature: –40 to 70°C (–40 to 158°F)
  • Humidity: 5 to 95%, non-condensing

  Dimensions:

  • Overall Size: 19.0" W x 1.72" H x 7.8" D (48.3 cm x 4.4 cm x 19.8 cm); 8.3" (21.1 cm) overall depth
  • Mounting: 1U in a standard 19-inch rack
  • Weight: 3.2 lbs (1.5 kg)