Shure ANI4IN-XLR Audio Network Interface (XLR Connectors)

Product Overview

The Shure ANI4IN-XLR is a four-channel Microflex Advance audio network interface that converts up to four mic or line analog signals onto a Dante network for installed conference room and commercial AV systems. This XLR-connector model lets AV integrators adapt analog and legacy microphones to a Dante audio network using standard 3-pin XLR cabling, with per-channel parametric EQ, browser-based control, and PoE power. It is built for AV system designers bridging analog sources into networked conferencing.

Product Description

The ANI4IN brings up to four line or mic signals onto a Dante network, making it straightforward to adapt analog and legacy microphones to newer Dante-based components. The ANI4IN-XLR uses four 3-pin XLR input connectors, which suit conference rooms and AV racks that standardize on XLR mic/line cabling for fast termination and patching. Each of the four channels includes 4-band parametric EQ for room tuning. Power-over-Ethernet removes the need for a separate supply, and a browser-based web application gives integrators and IT teams remote configuration and monitoring across the network. As a commercial-grade component, it integrates cleanly with Shure conferencing processors and networked microphones in Dante AV system design.

Key Features

• Four-Channel Analog-to-Dante Conversion — The interface brings up to four mic or line signals onto a Dante network from analog sources.
• XLR Connectors — Four 3-pin XLR input connectors suit conference rooms and AV racks standardized on XLR mic/line cabling.
• 4-Band Parametric EQ — Each channel includes 4-band parametric EQ for tuning microphones to the room.
• Power-over-Ethernet — PoE eliminates the need for a separate power supply, simplifying installation cabling.
• Browser-Based Remote Control — A web application gives integrators and IT teams remote configuration and monitoring across the network.
• Legacy Microphone Integration — It adapts analog and legacy microphones to Dante-based conferencing components.

Typical Applications

• Conference room
• Boardroom
• Training room
• Multi-purpose room
• Commercial meeting space
• Government space

Technical Specifications

Specifications per Shure. For the block-connector version, see the Shure ANI4IN-BLOCK.

Frequently Asked Questions

What does the ANI4IN do in a Dante system?
It converts up to four analog mic or line signals onto a Dante network, letting integrators bring analog and legacy microphones into a networked conferencing system.

What is the difference between the XLR and BLOCK versions?
Both provide four analog inputs. The ANI4IN-XLR uses 3-pin XLR connectors for standard mic/line cabling, while the BLOCK model uses block (Phoenix-style) connectors suited to fixed installation wiring.

Can I tune each microphone channel?
Yes. Each of the four channels includes 4-band parametric EQ for tuning microphones to the room.

How is it powered?
The ANI4IN is powered over Ethernet (PoE), so no separate power supply is required on a PoE-capable network.

Is it covered by a warranty?
The ANI4IN is covered by Shure's standard limited warranty. Refer to Shure's warranty documentation for the term and conditions applicable to your region.