{"product_id":"sennheiser-spectera-base-station-1ru-rackmount-base-station-for-spectera-system-includes-spectera-base-station-and-3-mains-cables-eu-uk-and-us-plug","title":"Sennheiser 509162 – Spectera Base Station 1RU","description":"\u003ch2\u003eProduct Overview\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Sennheiser 509162 Spectera Base Station is a 1RU wideband, bidirectional wireless transceiver that anchors the Spectera digital wireless ecosystem. It delivers up to 64 channels (32 in \/ 32 out) of simultaneous microphone\/line transmission and IEM\/IFB reception from a single rack unit, making it a high-density Spectera base station for broadcast and large-venue production. Built around WMAS wideband RF technology, this rack-mount base station consolidates wireless mic and in-ear monitor management into one networked device. It is engineered for demanding commercial AV deployments where channel count, redundancy, and rack space all matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe Spectera Base Station is the central hardware of Sennheiser's Spectera platform, the company's bidirectional wideband digital wireless system. In a single 19-inch, 1RU chassis it provides 32 input and 32 output channels, combining wireless microphone transmission and in-ear monitor \/ IFB return paths that traditionally required separate transmitter and receiver hardware.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0603\/7982\/4364\/files\/Zz1mNzAwN2Y5NGU3Y2UxMWYwYmIyMWNlM2Q3NWM0MGYwNw.png?v=1780788911\" alt=\"Sennheiser 509162 Spectera Base Station rear panel connectors\"\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base station uses up to two WMAS wideband RF carriers (6\/8 MHz) to carry all 64 channels, and connects to remote antennas over the Spectera antenna cabling system. Audio I\/O is handled over redundant Dante (primary and secondary RJ45) and an optional MADI (AES10) expansion slot, with support for 48 kHz and 96 kHz sample rates and individual sample rate converters on every audio interface plus wordclock I\/O. Redundancy is built in throughout the unit: redundant power supplies, redundant Dante, optional redundant MADI audio I\/O, and support for multiple antennas for failover, additional zone coverage, or additional spectrum capacity. The base station must be activated with a region-specific license before operation. This package includes the Spectera Base Station and three mains cables with EU, UK, and US plugs for international deployment. For integrators, the unit slots into a standard equipment rack and integrates with existing Dante audio networks.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e64-Channel Density\u003c\/strong\u003e — A single 1RU unit provides up to 64 channels (32 in \/ 32 out) of simultaneous mic\/line transmission and IEM\/IFB reception.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBidirectional WMAS Wireless\u003c\/strong\u003e — The base station uses up to two wideband RF carriers (6\/8 MHz) to handle both transmit and receive paths in one device.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRedundant Dante Networking\u003c\/strong\u003e — Primary and secondary Dante RJ45 ports carry 32 in \/ 32 out at 48 kHz or 96 kHz for resilient audio-over-IP integration.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMADI Expansion\u003c\/strong\u003e — An AES10 MADI expansion slot adds 32 in \/ 32 out, with optional redundant MADI audio I\/O for mission-critical installs.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBuilt-In Redundancy\u003c\/strong\u003e — Redundant power supplies, redundant Dante, and multi-antenna support protect against single points of failure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSample Rate Flexibility\u003c\/strong\u003e — The unit supports 48 kHz and 96 kHz with individual sample rate converters on each audio interface plus wordclock I\/O.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRack-Mount Form Factor\u003c\/strong\u003e — The 19-inch 1RU chassis fits standard equipment racks for clean integration in broadcast and venue infrastructure.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eInternational Power Kit\u003c\/strong\u003e — The package ships with three mains cables (EU, UK, and US plug) for deployment across regions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTypical Applications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBroadcast studio\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAuditorium\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHouse of worship\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAll-hands room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial meeting space\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMulti-purpose room\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eTechnical Specifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eManufacturer Part Number (SKU)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e509162\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProduct Type\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless Microphone Systems\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eForm Factor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e19-inch, 1RU rack-mount\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChannels\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUp to 64 (32 in \/ 32 out)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRF Technology\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWMAS wideband, bidirectional; up to two RF carriers (6\/8 MHz)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNetwork Audio\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x Dante RJ45 (primary\/secondary), 32 in \/ 32 out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExpansion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMADI (AES10) slot, 32 in \/ 32 out\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSample Rates\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e48 kHz, 96 kHz (per-interface sample rate converters, wordclock I\/O)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundancy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRedundant PSU, redundant Dante, optional redundant MADI, multi-antenna\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIncluded Accessories\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3x mains cables (EU, UK, US plug)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLicensing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRegion-specific license activation required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSennheiser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow many wireless channels does the Spectera Base Station support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eA single 1RU unit supports up to 64 channels, configured as 32 inputs and 32 outputs, covering both microphone transmission and IEM\/IFB reception.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat audio network interfaces are included?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe base station provides redundant Dante (primary and secondary RJ45) for 32 in \/ 32 out, plus a MADI (AES10) expansion slot for an additional 32 in \/ 32 out.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the Spectera Base Station require a license?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The base station must be activated with a region-specific license before it can operate in your territory.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow does it connect to antennas?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt connects to remote Spectera antennas over the Spectera antenna cabling system, and supports multiple antennas for redundancy, additional zone coverage, or additional spectrum capacity.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat sample rates does it support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe unit supports both 48 kHz and 96 kHz, with individual sample rate converters on every audio interface and wordclock I\/O.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eIs it suitable for mission-critical broadcast installations?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. Built-in redundancy across power supplies, Dante, optional MADI, and antennas makes it appropriate for broadcast and other applications that cannot tolerate a single point of failure.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes it fit a standard equipment rack?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes. The base station uses a 19-inch, 1RU chassis that mounts in any standard AV equipment rack.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhere can I get integration support?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOur team can assist with Spectera system design, licensing, and Dante network integration. 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