AVPro Edge MXnet Dante 1G DV2 Decoder - Made in the USA

Product Overview

The AVPro Edge MXnet Dante 1G DV2 Decoder (AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-DV2-TAA) is the display-side counterpart to the EV2 Encoder in the MXNet Evolution II AV-over-IP platform, adding native Dante audio decoding to a standard 1G networked AV endpoint. Manufactured in the United States and TAA-compliant, this decoder receives encoded video from an EV2 encoder over a 1G IP network and simultaneously decodes Dante audio for output to local speakers, amplifiers, or DSPs — all from a single network-connected device. It is the correct choice for integrators completing a Dante-integrated MXNet EV2 AV-over-IP signal chain at the destination end, particularly in government, education, and enterprise facilities with existing Dante audio infrastructure. The decoder is not compatible with MXNet V1 systems.

Product Description

At the display or zone endpoint, the AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-DV2-TAA receives AV-over-IP streams from any EV2 encoder on the network, decodes the video for output to a connected display, and makes Dante audio channels available for routing to any Dante-compatible audio device using standard Dante Controller software. This eliminates the separate Dante receiver or breakout device that would otherwise be required at each zone endpoint.

The decoder connects to the same 1G Ethernet switch as the rest of the MXNet EV2 system and is managed through AVPro Edge's MXNet EV2 management platform alongside encoders and other decoders. Routing changes — switching the decoder to receive from a different encoder — are made in the management interface and take effect immediately without restarting devices or interrupting other zones.

TAA compliance qualifies the decoder for federal and government procurement under GSA, DoD, and similar contract vehicles. Domestic manufacture supports Buy American requirements for publicly funded projects. The decoder pairs directly with the AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-EV2-TAA encoder and is also compatible with other EV2-platform encoders within the MXNet ecosystem.

Key Features

• Integrated Dante Audio Decoding — Receives and decodes Dante audio from the network at the endpoint, routing audio to local DSPs, amplifiers, or speakers without a separate Dante receiver.
• MXNet EV2 AV-over-IP Platform — Native member of AVPro Edge's second-generation MXNet ecosystem with centralized routing management and broad encoder compatibility.
• 1G Network Operation — Operates on standard 1-gigabit Ethernet without requiring costly 10G switch upgrades.
• TAA-Compliant / Made in the USA — Meets Trade Agreements Act requirements for federal, DoD, and government procurement; manufactured domestically.
• Dante Controller Compatible — Audio channels fully discoverable and routable through industry-standard Dante Controller without additional licensing.
• Centralized MXNet Management — Video routing and decoder configuration managed through MXNet EV2 management software alongside all other system endpoints.
• Pairs with EV2 Dante Encoder — Designed as the endpoint device in a complete Dante-integrated AV-over-IP signal chain with the AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-EV2-TAA.
• V1 Incompatible by Design — EV2 platform improvements are not backward-compatible with MXNet V1 infrastructure, ensuring V2 system integrity and performance.

Typical Applications

• Conference rooms in corporate campuses already running Dante DSPs or amplifiers — the decoder feeds both display and audio system from a single network drop
• University lecture halls and classrooms where AV-over-IP video and Dante-networked PA systems share the same IP infrastructure
• Government and military facilities procuring TAA-compliant AV endpoints under federal contract vehicles
• Multi-zone digital signage installations where each zone requires independently routed video and audio from a centralized encoder pool
• Houses of worship expanding Dante audio networks to include video distribution, feeding screens and audio zones from a unified AV-over-IP backbone

Technical Specifications

Competitor Comparison

The AC-MXNET-1G-DANTE-DV2-TAA is compared below against the ZeeVee ZyPer4K-XR and the Crestron DM-NVX-363 in their decoder/receiver roles — the same competitive landscape as the paired EV2 encoder, since integrators evaluate encoder/decoder pairs together.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this decoder compatible with MXNet V1 encoders?

No. The DV2 decoder operates exclusively within the MXNet Evolution II (EV2) platform and will not communicate with MXNet V1 encoders, switches, or management software. Facilities with existing MXNet V1 systems must complete a full migration to EV2 hardware before integrating this decoder.

Does this decoder require a separate Dante receiver at the zone endpoint?

No. Dante audio decoding is built into the DV2 decoder hardware. Each decoder independently decodes Dante audio and makes it available for local analog or digital audio output, or for further routing within the Dante network, without any additional hardware.

Can this decoder receive video from a non-Dante EV2 encoder?

Yes. The DV2 decoder is compatible with all EV2-platform encoders within the MXNet ecosystem. The Dante audio capability is additive — the decoder still receives and displays video from standard EV2 encoders; the Dante audio path simply carries no audio signal in that configuration.

How is routing managed between encoders and decoders?

Video routing — selecting which encoder's stream a decoder displays — is managed through the AVPro Edge MXNet EV2 management software via a browser-based interface. Audio routing between Dante devices is managed separately through standard Dante Controller software. Both can be integrated into third-party control systems via API.

What audio output options are available at the decoder?

Audio output options should be confirmed against the AVPro Edge product datasheet and firmware release notes, as output types may include HDMI-embedded audio, analog audio outputs, and Dante network audio routing. Contact Creation Networks for current datasheet specifications.