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Arista Launches HDMI/Dante Converters

ARS-200-HD and ARS-200-DH converters / interfaces
Arista Corp’s ARS-200-HD and ARS-200-DH converters / interfaces

Fremont, CA (December 1, 2020)—ARISTA Corporation has launched its new ARS-200-HD HDMI Audio to Dante Audio converter, and conversely, its ARS-200-DH Dante Audio Stream to HDMI Audio converter. The two HDMI / Dante converters are intended for presentation environments where audio needs to be converted from one format to the other and long-distance transmission is involved.

The ARS-200-HD can be used for extracting audio from, for example, a DVD player and converting the audio stream to Dante format, enabling the audio signal to be transmitted over long distance and used with PA systems, ensuring that everyone can hear the sound that accompanies the visuals. The converter / interface uses an HDMI Type A female connector for HDMI input and an HDMI Type A female connector for video loopback output. The HDMI input and loopback output maximum-supported video resolution is 4096 x 2160 / 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4).

Arista E-Vocal ARS-1616S Series Stage Interfaces Launched

Meanwhile, the ARS-200-DH Dante Audio Stream to HDMI converter creates options in presentation environments where Audio is being handled via Dante in order to cover long distances in a large hall. In such cases, Dante audio is being received by the ARS-200-DH while it is also receiving video input via HDMI. In this case, the ARS-200-DH merges the audio with the HDMI signal so that it can feed external displays. The ARS-200-DH outputs stereo audio (20HZ – 20kHZ) with a frequency response of 20HZ – 20kHZ. Maximum video resolution is 4096 x 2160 / 3840 x 2160 @ 60Hz (4:4:4) and both the video input and the video loopback ports are HDMI Type A female connectors.

Power for both the ARS-200-HD and the ARS-200-DH can be handled via either a DC 12V feed or PoE (Power over Ethernet). Both units are housed in a metal housing and the dimensions for both units are 3.3 x 3.9 x 1.1 inch.

The ARS-200-HD and ARS-200-DH converters / interfaces are scheduled to become available Q1, 2021.

ARISTA Corporation • www.aristaproav.com

Arista E-Vocal ARS-1616S Series Stage Interfaces Launched

Arista E-Vocal ARS-1616S Series Stage Interfaces
Arista E-Vocal ARS-1616S Series Stage Interfaces

Fremont, CA (June 23, 2020) — Arista Corporation has unveiled its new E-Vocal ARS-1616S-A00 and ARS-1616S-A10 multiple channel analog input and analog output Dante-equipped stage boxes.

The 3U-rackmount standalone units can be used for connecting as many as 16 analog microphones and other audio sources and then feeding a mixing console via Dante using an Ethernet cable, helping streamline stage setups for live performers.

The ARS-1616S Series Stage boxes are available in two versions: the ARS-1616S-A10 incorporates -8 dB to 34 dB preamp gain control with Phantom Power while the ARS-1616S-A00 does not and would require a separate preamp.

In addition to their ability to convert 16 analog audio sources to a Dante stream, the ARS-1616S Stage boxes can also convert a Dante stream into 16 channels of analog output signals—in other words, the units are designed to transfer 16 audio channels over a Dante network in both directions.

Equally notable, two etherCON connectors (Dante Primary/Secondary) are available for redundant operation when using two separate networks. Dual AC input and dual PoE power sources are available for redundant operation.

Arista Unveils E-Vocal Duo+ AoIP Group

The Arista E-Vocal ARS-1616S-A00 and ARS-1616S-A10 Stage boxes support up to 96 kHz sampling rates and 24-bit resolution. The ARS-1616S-A10 also incorporates a mute function for the 16 inputs while the ARS-1616S-A00 does not.

Parameters such as sampling frequency, channel routing, or latency settings can be made via the free ‘Dante Controller’ computer application. This application is an integrated web-based controller for monitoring the unit’s operational status via a common web browser.

Paul Shu, Arista’s president of Sales and Marketing, commented on the new E-Vocal ARS-1616S Series Stage interfaces, “Both ARS-1616S Stage interfaces are compact and rugged units that make converting as many as 16 analog audio channels to or from a Dante stream as easy as can be. And for feeding those analog inputs to a digital mixing console, things couldn’t be easier. Simply make the necessary analog connections directly on stage and then run a single Ethernet cable upwards of 320 feet to the audio console.”

Arista’s E-Vocal ARS-1616S-A00 ($1399 USD) and ARS-1616S-A10 ($1999 USD)

stage boxes are expected to ship in Q3, 2020.

Arista Corporation • www.aristaproav.com

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