Mytek DIO DANTE Card – User Manual
Mytek DIO DANTE Card
User Manual
ver. 1.2 / March 2015
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Content
Introduction.............................................................4
Before You Begin.....................................................4
Quick Start................................................................5
Hardware Installation.............................................6
Software Installation.............................................11
Card Configuration...............................................13
Firmware Update..................................................18
Important Safety Instructions..............................24
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Introduction
The Mytek DIO DANTE Card is a physical card that
plugs into the back of the Mytek 8X192 ADDA
converter. With this card installed the Mytek 8X192
ADDA can directly interface with other equipment
that makes use of Audinate's Dante audio over
network protocol. The card can be installed by the
user as described further in the manual.
Before You Begin
Before connecting the DIO DANTE card, check if the
most current firmware (version 4.6.2 or later) is
installed in the 8X192 converter. To verify your
current version locate the firmware chip on the main
converter board or contact Mytek via email and
provide the serial number of converter.
(If necessary contact Mytek and request appropriate
firmware.)
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Quick Start
1. Installation of DIO DANTE card
Remove the top cover from the converter,
unscrew the DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2 slot plate
and install the DIO DANTE card using the
existing screws. Double check if all the connector
pins match properly with the pins of the
connector on the main converter board.
Remember to turn
off and disconnect
power and signal
cables while working
with the top cover
removed.
2. Operation
The card is ready for operation immediately after
installing it in the converter.
3. Configuration
After turning on the 8x192ADDA converter you
should select the settings appropriate for your
configuration needed on the front panel and via
the Dante Controller application. The DIO
DANTE card should be connected to other
DANTE devices via CAT5e RJ45 cables plugged
into the jacks on the card.
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Hardware Installation
The DIO DANTE card can be installed in either
DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2 slot. The card can be
installed with any card available for the 8x192 converter.
8x192 ADDA converter’s rear panel
WARNING!
Remember to follow basic safety rules on electronic
device handling while opening the converter:
✔ Keep your hands dry,
✔ Turn off power and detach power and signal cables
while working with the top cover removed.
To install the DIO DANTE card:
1. Find the DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2 expansion
slot at the mainboard’s layout.
2. Make sure that the power cord and all signal and
clock lines are disconnected.
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3. Remove the top cover.
4. Locate the DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2
expansion slot on the mainboard.
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5. Unscrew the cover plate of the chosen slot
from the rear panel.
6. Partially insert the card from the back of the
converter.
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7. Attach card ribbon cable to DIOCARD1 or
DIOCARD2 connector on the mainboard.
8. Gently push the card inside and secure it
using the pre-existing screws.
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9. Screw on the converter top cover.
10. Connect power and signal lines.
11. Turn the converter on.
After boot up (which takes approx 30 sec), the
converter will switch to regular mode, and the DIO
DANTE Card (DIOCARD1 or DIOCARD2) is now
ready for configuration.
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Software Installation
There are several programs used to manage and interface
with the Dante network.
Dante Controller
The Dante Controller is application that is used to manage
a Dante network. This application is where audio routing,
clocking, and network health are configured and
monitored. It is freely downloaded (registration required)
from the Audinate web site (www.audinate.com) . Both
Windows and Mac versions are provided.
Installing the Dante Controller is required for using the
DIO DANTE card. Before proceeding to the Card
Configuration chapter please download and install the
Dante Controller.
Dante Virtual Soundcard
The Dante Virtual Soundcard is a program available from
Audinate that links the Dante network to a standard
personal computer. It does this by presenting the Dante
network as a standard multi-channel sound card to the host
operating system. This package is available for PCs
running Microsoft Windows or Apple Macs. See the
Audinate web site (www.audinate.com) for purchasing
options and details on which operating system versions are
supported.
Installing the Dante Virtual Soundcard is optional and is
not required for using the DIO DANTE card.
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Dante Firmware Update Manager
The Dante Firmware Update Manager is the application
that is used to update the firmware within the DIO
DANTE. This application is available for download from
the Mytek web site (in the support section). Both
Windows and MAC versions are provided.
Installing the Dante Firmware Update Manager is only
required when updating the firmware on the DIO DANTE.
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Card Configuration
Status LED
There is a single dual color status LED on the back panel
of the DIO DANTE.
Off
Secondary firmware programming in
progress
Orange
Card is booting
Solid Red
Secondary firmware programming is
complete, a power cycle is required.
Fast Blink
Red
Internal error, please contact Mytek for
asistance.
Slow Blink
Red
Internal error, please contact Mytek for
asistance.
Blinking
Green
Normal operation.
Network Discovery
Dante enabled devices use the DNS Service Discovery
(DNS-SD) protocol to automatically configure
themselves, and discover other nodes on the network, and
allow themselves to be discovered on the network. The
DIO DANTE is no different.
The upside of using DNS-SD is that typically no end-user
network configuration is required to get a Dante network
up and running. The downside is that for simple
topologies all Dante devices that exchange audio must be
on the same LAN. This requirement includes the
computers running Dante Controller, the Firmware
Upgrade Utility, and/or the Virtual Sound Card.
Approved Ethernet hubs or switches between devices is
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permissible but routers or network address translators are
not. See the Audinate web site for information on setting
up complex Dante networks.
Selecting the Operating Mode
The DIO DANTE card can operate in one of two modes:
redundant or switched.
When operating in redundant mode, the two RJ45s on the
back of the card connect to two independent LANs (with
separate IPv4 network address spaces). Audio is sent over
both networks. In the event that the primary network
stops functioning, Dante will fail over to the secondary
network and use that until the primary network is restored.
Management of the network (i.e. using Dante Controller)
is always accomplished on the primary network.
When operating in switched mode, the two RJ45s on the
back of the card are part of the same LAN and the BIO
DANTE acts as an ordinary Ethernet switch (2 ports
external and on internal). Both ports are identical and can
be used interchangeably.
The DIO DANTE card comes from the factory configured
for redundant mode. To change the mode, launch the
Dante Controller application and do the following:
To switch the mode, launch the Dante Controller
application and select the Device Info tab. Double click
on the DIO DANTE card that is to be reconfigured. A
Device View dialog box will appear. In the Device View
dialog box, select the Network Config tab. The first box
in the Network Config tab is labeled Dante Redundancy.
Select the mode (Switched or Redundant). Once the mode
is selected a reboot is required – use the Reboot button at
the bottom of the tab to reboot the card.
Setting up the Audio Clock Source
The DIO DANTE clocking can be configured in one of
three ways. First, the DIO DANTE is the Dante clock
master as well as the clock source for its host 8x128
ADDA. To select this clocking mode:
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1. Use the Dante Controller (in the Clock Status tab)
to configure the DIO DANTE to be the preferred
clock master. Make sure that it is the only device
selected to be the preferred clock master.
2. Configure the host 8x192 ADDA for an external
clock source and set the source to the DIOCARD
in which the DIO DANTE is inserted.
Second, the DIO DANTE is the Dante clock master and its
clock source is the 8x192 ADDA in which it is plugged.
To select this clocking mode:
1. Use the Dante Controller (in the Clock Status tab)
to configure the DIO DANTE to be the preferred
clock master. Make sure that it is the only device
selected to be the preferred clock master.
2. Use the Dante Controller (in the Clock Status tab)
to configure the DIO DANTE to sync to an
external source. Simply check the “Enable Sync to
External” check box.
3. Configure the host 8x192 ADDA to either provide
clocking from internally, from an external word
clock, or from a DIOCARD that is not the DIO
DANTE.
Third, the DIO DANTE is not the clock master and it
provides clocking to its host 8x192 ADDA.
1. Use the Dante Controller (in the Clock Status tab)
to configure the DIO DANTE to NOT be the
preferred clock master.
2. Configure the host 8x192 ADDA for an external
clock source and set the source to the DIOCARD
in which the DIO DANTE is inserted.
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3.
Setting the Sample Rate
Once the audio clock source has been configured, the
sample rate can be set. To select or change the sample
rate:
1. If the 8x192 is configured to obtain its clocking
information from the DIO DANTE card, skip to
step #2.
Select the desired sample rate on the front panel of
the 8x192 ADDA if it is providing clock.
If it is not providing clock and the DIO DANT is
not providing clock, select the desired sample rate
from the appropriate source.
2. Set the sample rate on the DIO DANTE by
launching the Dante Controller application and
select the Device Info tab. Double click on the
DIO DANTE card that is to be reconfigured. A
Device View dialog box will appear. In the
Device View dialog box, select the Device Config
tab. The second box in the Device Config tab is
labeled Sample Rate. Select the desired sample
rate. Once the desired rate is selected a reboot is
required – use the Reboot button at the bottom of
the tab to reboot the card.
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Setting up Audio Routing
Audio routing is configured in the Dante Controller using
the Routing tab. This tab provides a grid control with
transmitters horizontally along the top and receivers
vertically along the side. Configuring audio routing is a
simple as checking the box that vertically has the source
and horizontally has the destination.
Routing information non-volatile and is stored within the
Dante enabled device.
NOTE: Dante devices cannot be configured to loop back
on themselves.
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Firmware Update
The DIO DANTE has firmware that is distinct and
separate from the 8X192 ADDA. Because it has separate
firmware, each can be updated independently from the
other. These steps are described in the sections that
follow.
Updating the Host 8x192 ADDA Firmware
WARNING!
Remember to follow basic safety rules about handling of
electronic device while opening the converter:
✔ keep your hands dry,
✔ remember to turn off power and disconnect
power and signal cables while working with the
top cover removed.
To perform firmware update of 8X192 ADDA converter:
1. Check if the power cord and signal and clock lines
are disconnected.
2. Remove the top cover.
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3. Locate the memory socket on the converter main
board.
4. Gently remove the old memory chip.
To avoid damaging
memory pins,
remove the chip
vertically. Retain old
memory chip.
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5. Carefully insert new memory chip in the socket.
The chip slot (pin1) should be matching the socket
slot i.e. must be facing back of the unit. If
necessary gently manually bend pins inward, to
match the holes in the slot.
During installation
check correct chip
orientation.
6. Mount the top cover back.
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7. Attach power cord and other cabling.
8. Turn on the converter.
For about 2 seconds no LED should be lit on the
converter’s front panel, as new software is copied from
memory to the main board chips. Then, all LEDs should
turn on momentarily for about 10-30sec, and
subsequently the unit should begin normal operation.
Check Mytek webpage for information on the latest
firmware versions.
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Updating DIO DANTE Firmware
Updating the firmware on the DIO DANTE requires the
installation of the Dante Firmware Update Manager
described in an earlier section of this manual and may
require physical access to the host 8x192 ADDA. To
update the firmware perform the following steps:
1. If not already installed, download and install the
Dante Firmware Update Manager. This is
described in the Software Installation section of
this manual.
2. Download the latest DIO DANTE firmware
release from the Mytek support web site
(www.mytekdigital.com).
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3. Launch the Dante Firmware Update Manager
application.
4. Choose the appropriate network adapter on which
to scan for Dante devices. This will default to the
network adapter that the Dante Controller uses. If
only one network adapter is present this option
might not be present.
5. Choose the “Update Dante Firmware” mode.
6. Browse to the firmware image downloaded in step
1 above.
7. Make sure the “Override Device Matching” option
is unchecked.
8. Press the Next button.
9. The Dante Firmware Update manager will scan the
Dante network for all devices that are eligible for
upgrading to the firmware image downloaded in
step 2.
10. Select the devices to be updated and accomplish
the upgrade. It normally takes between one and
three minutes per card.
11. When the Dante Firmware Update manger has
completed the update (a dialog will appear
indicating it is done) a power cycle of the host
8x192 ADDA is necessary.
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12. In rare instances, some updates will require a
secondary internal firmware update after the Dante
Controller has flashed the new image into the DIO
DANTE and rebooted the card. After the
Firmware Update Manger reboots the card, look at
the status LED on the card. If it is not illuminated,
the secondary operation is in progress. Simply
wait until it shows solid red. A solid red LED
indicates that the secondary operation is complete.
At this point a power cycle of the host 8x192
ADDA is necessary.
Note: This secondary operation can take up to 10
minutes.
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Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance
with the manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such as radiators, heat
registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or
grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with
one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two
blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the
third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug
does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched
particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the
manufacturer.
• When a cart is used, use caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when
unused for long periods of time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is
required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been
spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus
has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate
normally, or has been dropped.
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WARNING
Excessive sound pressure from speakers and headphones can
cause hearing loss. In order to use this product safely, avoid
prolonged listening at excessive sound pressure levels.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the instruction
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation
is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may
not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept
any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation.
This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC
Directive issued by the Commission of the European
Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity
to the following European standards:
• EN55103-1 : Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)
• EN55103-2 : Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial
and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC
environment, ex. TV studio).
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