{"product_id":"rdl-sf-dn4","title":"RDL SF-DN4 – AES\/EBU and S\/PDIF to Dante Interface","description":"\u003ch2\u003eWhat is the RDL SF-DN4?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe RDL SF-DN4 is a SYSFLEX digital audio interface that converts two stereo digital sources to four Dante network channels. It accepts AES\/EBU and coaxial or optical S\/PDIF, keeping the audio in the digital domain all the way to the Dante network. PoE power and no-software setup make it simple to bring digital sources such as players, receivers and consoles into a Dante system.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eHow does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/rdlnet.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/01\/sf-dn4.jpg\" alt=\"RDL SF-DN4 digital audio to Dante interface\" style=\"max-width:100%;height:auto\" loading=\"lazy\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe SF-DN4 automatically detects a valid input on its S\/PDIF optical, S\/PDIF coaxial or AES\/EBU XLR jacks. The input is decoded, re-clocked and transmitted to the Dante network. Input sample rates from 32 kHz to 192 kHz are supported, and Dante output rates of 44.1, 48, 88.2 or 96 kHz are selectable. The AES\/EBU input is transformer isolated. A yellow LOCK LED confirms a valid source received without lock errors. No special software is required to configure the module. The SF-DN4 runs from PoE (Class 0, IEEE 802.3af), and a green LED confirms valid power and Dante sync. The all-metal enclosure is suited to free-standing, surface or rack mounting, and the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-sf-ucb2\"\u003eSF-UCB2 under-counter bracket pair\u003c\/a\u003e supports under-counter installation. RDL engineers and manufactures the SF-DN4 in the U.S.A.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhat are the key features?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDigital to Dante\u003c\/strong\u003e — Converts two stereo digital sources to four Dante channels.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThree digital inputs\u003c\/strong\u003e — AES\/EBU XLR plus coaxial and optical S\/PDIF.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide sample rate support\u003c\/strong\u003e — Accepts 32 kHz to 192 kHz inputs with selectable Dante rates up to 96 kHz.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStays digital\u003c\/strong\u003e — Audio remains in the digital domain through the Dante output.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLock indicator\u003c\/strong\u003e — LOCK LED confirms a valid digital input.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoE powered\u003c\/strong\u003e — Runs from an IEEE 802.3af PoE switch port with no software setup.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eWhere is it typically used?\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast and production facilities\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuditoriums and performance venues\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouses of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConference rooms and boardrooms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial sound systems\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"overflow-x:auto;-webkit-overflow-scrolling:touch\"\u003e\u003ctable border=\"1\" cellpadding=\"6\" style=\"border-collapse:collapse;width:100%;min-width:300px;table-layout:fixed;border-color:#ddd\"\u003e\n\u003ccolgroup\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:44%\"\u003e\n\u003ccol style=\"width:56%\"\u003e\n\u003c\/colgroup\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNetwork Connector\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRJ45 with Link and Speed indicators\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDigital Audio Ethernet Protocol\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDante\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransmission Rate\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e100 Mbps\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInput Sample Rates Supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32 kHz to 192 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eOutput (Dante) Sample Rates Supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e44.1 kHz, 48 kHz (default), 88.2 kHz, 96 kHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBit Depth Supported\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24 bits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInputs (6)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110 Ω AES\/EBU XLR, transformer isolated (2); 75 Ω S\/PDIF RCA jack (2); S\/PDIF optical (2)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIndicators (5)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEthernet Link and Speed (2, rear panel); Sync (front panel); Lock (2, front panel)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAmbient Operating Environment\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower Requirement\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoE Class 0, IEEE 802.3af\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e4.23\" (10.74 cm) W; 1.68\" (4.27 cm) H; 5.77\" (14.66 cm) D\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd valign=\"top\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShipping Weight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e1.375 lbs.\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat digital formats does the SF-DN4 accept?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAES\/EBU on XLR and S\/PDIF on coaxial or optical connectors, with automatic detection of the valid input.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat sample rates are supported?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eInputs from 32 kHz to 192 kHz, with Dante output rates of 44.1, 48 (default), 88.2 or 96 kHz.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes it require configuration software?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. RDL states special software is not required for module setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow is the SF-DN4 powered?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFrom a PoE switch port (Class 0, IEEE 802.3af).\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat warranty does the SF-DN4 carry?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis product is covered by a 7-year RDL warranty. For warranty claims, RMAs or support, contact Creation Networks at (888) 230-3661 or sales@creationnetworks.net.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Creation Networks help design and commission the system?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Our team handles networked audio design, equipment selection, installation and commissioning for commercial projects nationwide. Call (888) 230-3661 to discuss your project.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"RDL","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":68025749733612,"sku":"SF-DN4","price":774.27,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/sf-dn4.jpg?v=1793583327","url":"https:\/\/creationnetworks.net\/products\/rdl-sf-dn4","provider":"Creation Networks","version":"1.0","type":"link"}