The Shure ANI4IN Audio Network Interface converts 4 analogue audio channels into independent digital audio channels on a Dante®network. Microphone, auxiliary, and line-level devices are supported, with adjustable gain and +48V phantom power for each channel. In networked conferencing systems, the Audio Network Interface provides a simple way to connect analogue equipment onto the audio network, such as wireless microphones. The web application controls signal routing and channel settings from any computer connected to the same network.

High-quality sound can bring more clarity to the conference, but not without practical control behind the scenes. ANI interfaces with Dante™ make it easy to connect and command the audio in small or medium sized meeting rooms. Paired with Microflex® Advance™ or Microflex® Wireless systems, ANI keeps the conversation on track.

Product Features

• Single Ethernet port carries Dante audio, power (PoE – class 0)
• LEDs indicate device status and audio signal
• Control strings for third-party preset controllers including Crestron® and AMX®
• 4 Band C/S PEQ on every channel
• Provides channel summing to combine input signals and send them over a single Dante™ channel
• Browser-based software control for all device parameters, per input channel:
  • Preamp gain
  • Mute control
  • Digital gain
  • Polarity control
  • Phantom power
• 1/3 Rack unit wide
• Chassis ground screw (BLOCK version only) provides common chassis ground for multiple inputs
• Available in block connector (audio + logic) and standard XLR variations

Product Specifications

Audio

• Frequency Response:  20 to 20,000 Hz
• Dante Digital Output:
  • Channel Count:  4
    
  • Sampling Rate:  48 kHz
    
  • Bit Depth:  24
    
• Latency, Does not include Dante latency:  0.35 ms
• Analogue gain range Adjustable in 3 dB steps:  51 dB
• Dynamic Range (Analogue-to-Dante) 20 Hz to 20 kHz, A-weighted, typical:  113 dB
• Equivalent Input Noise 20 Hz to 20 kHz, Aweighted, input terminated with 150Ω:  
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +0 dB:  -93 dBV
    
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +27 dB:  -119 dBV
    
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +51 dB:  -130 dBV
    
• Total Harmonic Distortion @ 1 kHz, 0 dBV Input, 0 dB analogue gain:  <0.05%
• Common Mode Rejection Ratio 150Ω balanced source @ 1 kHz:  >70 dB
• Impedance:  5 kΩ
• Input Configuration:  Active Balanced
• Input Clipping Level:
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +0 dB:  +20 dBV
    
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +27 dB:  -7 dBV
    
  • Analogue Gain Setting= +51 dB:  -31 dBV
    
• Built-in Digital Signal Processing:
  • Per Channel: Equaliser (4band Parametric) , Mute, , Gain ( 140 dB range)
    
  • System:  Audio Summing
    

General

• Cable Requirements:  Cat 5e or higher (shielded cable recommended)
• Inputs:  (4) XLR connector
• Phantom Power selectable per channel:  +48  V
• Logic Connections (Block connectors only) Sent as Ethernet command strings:  LED(+5 V) , Switch
• Polarity:  Non-inverting, any input to any output
• Output:  RJ45
• Power Requirements:  Power over Ethernet (PoE), Class 0
• Power Consumption:  10W, maximum
• Weight:  672  g (1.5 lbs)
• Dimensions H x W x D:  4 x 14 x 12.8 cm ( 1.6 x 5.5 x 5.0 in.)
• Control application:  HTML5 Browser-based
• Operating Temperature Range:  −6.7°C (20°F) to 40°C (104°F)
• Storage Temperature Range:  −29°C (20°F) to 74°C (165°F)