Genelec 9401A AoIP Networking System Management Device

About: Genelec 9401A AoIP Networking System Management Device

For audio professionals using Audio-over-IP (AoIP) connectivity, the Genelec 9401A System Management Device enables the smooth integration of Smart Active Monitors and Subwoofers (SAM) into SAM system layouts, from stereo to immersive, using ST2110, AES67 and Ravenna streams as the source – while offering full support for room adaption from our powerful Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) software.

• 16 channels of digital connectivity, plus subwoofer and auxiliary stereo outputs, all via AES/EBU
• Auxiliary output serves as an ideal feed for headphones, enabling binaural and secondary stereo loudspeaker monitoring.
• Separate subwoofer output enables Smart Active Subwoofers to be easily chained to increase the low-frequency SPL output, and channel capacity can be quickly expanded with more 9401A devices, to provide compatibility with 22.2 and other high channel count immersive formats.
• Tactile control of the entire monitoring system
• 1U rack-mounting 9401A is compatible with sample rates from 44.1 kHz to 192 kHz, using 16, 24 and 32 bit resolution per sample.

The Genelec 9401A works by converting AoIP streams (ST2110, AES67 and Ravenna) into AES/EBU outputs, providing 16 channels of digital audio over the unit's DB25 connector, which can be input into Genelec SAM Monitoring systems. The 9401A also includes a dedicated subwoofer output and flexible auxiliary stereo monitoring output.

A single 9401A supports all popular immersive formats, such as 9.1.6, while using several 9401A units allows the channel count to be extended further, supporting even larger configurations, such as 22.2. Multiple SAM Subwoofers can be connected to extend low frequency output for LFE or flexible Bass Management. The 9401A is fully compatible with our UNIO Platform, which supports bridging of in-room and personal headphone monitoring with maximal accuracy.

• Please note: Compatible with all Smart Active Monitors and Subwoofers (SAM) except the 8320A.

Specifications:

• Supported sampling rates 44.1 – 192 kHz, using 16, 24 or 32-bit resolution per sample.
• Output sampling rate follows the input sample rate.
• AES output DB25 connector has AES59-2012 pinout.
• Universal mains input (100-240 VAC) on an IEC connector.
• Power consumption 12 W normal operation, ISS power saving mode < 2 W.
• Form factor: 1U high rack-mountable enclosure.
• Delivered in a cardboard package with mains cable and one RJ45 CAT cable for GLM network.