MADI
Allows MADI compliant audio data streams to interface with a DRS router

Overview
Multi-channel Audio Digital Interface, or MADI, defines a digital data multiplexing technology conforming to standards defined by AES10 1991 and AES10 2003. PESA’s Multi-Channel Audio Digital Interface (MADI) Adapter for DRS allows MADI compliant audio data streams to interface with a DRS router.
Available as an input or output device for DRS, MADI technology allows routing of up to 64 AES compliant audio channels over a single coaxial cable or fiber optic cable. Each MADI adapter is a stand-alone module that can support up to 2 separate 64-channel input or output MADI data streams. For installations requiring multiple modules a rack-mount frame is available. Each frame is one rack-unit (RU) in height and houses up to four individual MADI modules.
Features
- 128 I/O signals in a 1 RU frame
- Rack mount frame holds up to 4 modules in 1RU
- Scalable from 64X64 up to 2048X2048
- Supports standards for AES10-1991 and AES10-2003
- 2 separate 64 channel MADI data streams
- Allows simultaneous routing of AES and analog audio, embedded, MADI and time code signals
- Allows mix of synchronous and asynchronous signals
- RJ-45 connects modules to DXE or E-DXE audio processor frame
- Supports redundant control management
Related Product: Cheetah Video Routing Systems
The Cheetah router can be integrated with the DRS Audio system allowing users the flexibility to route embedded AES or discrete audio with any SDI/HD-SDI video stream. With the DRS compact audio router system and Cheetah MUX/DEMUX modules, users have the ability to reduce overall cost and power consumption. With DRS integrated audio modules, any audio input can be embedded to any video output.
For installations requiring multiple MADI modules, PESA offers a rack mount kit that support up to 4 MADI input or output modules in a 1RU chassis frame. All connections are easily accessible from the rear, and all status LEDs are visible from the front of the frame. Power for all four modules is obtained from a single power supply integral to the rack mount kit. A redundant power option is also available.
Specs & Ordering Info
MADI Audio (Requires Use of Optional MADI Adapter) | |
I/O Connector Type | BNC |
Input Level | 200 mV- 2.0 Vp-p |
Input Impedance | 75 Ohm |
Output Level | 1 Vp-p |
Output Impedance | 75 Ohm |
MADI Port Mode | Each MADI port may support 28, 32, 56, or 64 Synchronous audio streams, GUI selectable |
Digital Signal Processing Specifications | |
Gain Adjustment | Independent +/- 6 dB adjustment in 0.1 dB increments for each input and output, GUI selectable |
Audio Delay | Independent delay elements for inputs and outputs Unrestricted mode provides 0.341 milliseconds (>10 NTSC frames) for each input and output Restricted mode provides up to 1.365 seconds (>40 NTSC frames) of delay per input and output for a limited number of channels All delay parameters are GUI selectable |
Phase/Inversion | Independent Control for each input and output, GUI selectable |
Stereo Remedies | Independent Control for each pair of inputs and outputs The L and R channels of each pair may be individually set to L, R, L+R or L-R All stereo remedies are GUI selectable. |
Environmental & Miscellaneous | |
AC Input Connectors | IEC 320C6 socket (accepts IEC 320 C5 line cord) Power Requirement 60 VA Max per frame |
Input Voltage | 90-260 VAC, 47-63 Hz |
Operational Temperature | 0-40° C |
Operational Humidity | 90% Non-Condensing |
DRS-FRM-IMADI-BNC | MADI Input Adapter Module |
DRS-FRM-OMADI-BNC | MADI Output Adapter Module |
DRS-1RU-TRAY | Rack mount kit for up to 4 MADI modules, w/ power supply |
Additional Resources
Brochure: DRS Catalog
Please contact support@pesa.com for User Guides and Manuals
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