ESI Planet 22c Dante Audio Interface

Full Description

Seamless Dante integration

The ESI Planet 22c excels in bridging the gap between analog and digital realms within the Dante audio network. Its compact design belies its powerful capability to deliver two channels each of analog input and output, maintaining pristine audio quality. This interface becomes an indispensable tool for professionals looking to incorporate traditional audio equipment like mixers, monitors, and instruments into a modern, networked audio setup. With the Planet 22c, users can effortlessly route high-quality audio signals across their Dante network, ensuring optimal sound reproduction and distribution.

Exceptional audio fidelity

At the heart of the Planet 22c's outstanding performance are its ultra high-quality 24-bit / 96kHz analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog converters. These ensure that every nuance of your sound is captured and reproduced with absolute clarity and detail. Whether you're interfacing studio monitors, synthesizers, or any other analog equipment, the Planet 22c guarantees a linear frequency response and superior audio quality, making it also ideal for precise audio measurement tasks.

Versatile power options

The flexibility of the Planet 22c is further enhanced by its Power over Ethernet (PoE) capability. This feature allows for the device to be powered directly through an Ethernet cable, eliminating the need for a nearby power outlet and making it perfect for use in remote or challenging locations. Whether you're setting up a temporary live sound installation or a permanent studio configuration, the convenience of PoE ensures that the Planet 22c adapts to your specific power setup needs, adding a layer of practicality to its high-performance offerings.

Integrating analog gear with ease

The ESI Planet 22c simplifies the process of integrating analog equipment into a Dante network. By supporting both home and professional audio signal levels, it accommodates a wide range of devices from synthesizers to studio monitors and everything in between. Users can adjust input and output signal levels with ease, ensuring that their gear not only connects seamlessly but also operates at its optimal level within the network. The Planet 22c's ability to perform analog-to-digital and digital-to-analog conversions simultaneously further underscores its role as a versatile and indispensable tool in today’s audio environments.

Features

• 2-in/2-out Dante network audio interface
• 24-bit/96kHz analog-to-digital audio fidelity
• Seamless integration with analog gear such as mixers, monitors, PA speakers, synths and more
• Linear frequency response - ideal for music production, mixing and mastering
• Powered via 12V DC power adapter or Ethernet cable as PoE device
• Balanced analog inputs
• BurrBrown ADC for superior audio performance

Specifications

• Analog Inputs:
• ADC: BurrBrown PCM1804DB 24-bit Stereo
• Connector: 2x 6.3mm / 1/4" Fully Balanced TRS
• Maximum Input Level: +6dBV (-10dBV Setting), +20dBu (+4dBu Setting)
• Impedance: 10 kOhm
• THD+N: -107dB A-weighted (@-3dBFS, -10dBV Setting), -105dB A-weighted (@-3dBFS, +4dBu Setting)
• S/N: 110dB A-weighted
• Dynamic Range: 110dB A-weighted
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 0.1dB
• Crosstalk: -110dB (20Hz to 20kHz)
• Signal LED: > -58dBFS Shows Green, 0dBFS Shows Red
• Analog Outputs:
• DAC: BurrBrown PCM1796DB 24-bit Stereo
• Connector: 2x 6.3mm / 1/4" Fully Balanced TRS
• Maximum Output Level: +6dBV (-10dBV Setting), +20dBu (+4dBu Setting)
• Impedance: 110 Ohm
• THD+N: -110dB A-weighted (@-3dBFS, -10dBV Setting), -108dB A-weighted (@-3dBFS, +4dBu Setting)
• S/N: 120dB A-weighted
• Dynamic Range: 120dB A-weighted
• Frequency Response: 20Hz to 20kHz +/- 0.05dB
• Crosstalk: -116dB (20Hz to 20kHz)
• Signal LED: > -48dBFS Shows Green
• Power Specifications:
• PoE: IEEE802.3af Compliant, Input Voltage: 36V to 57V, Maximum Output Power: 12W
• Power Consumption: 3.5W (Typical), +12V DC
• General:
• Dimensions: Around 10.5cm x 11cm x 2.5cm
• Weight: Around 236g
• Product Code: PLANET-22C