DiGiCo ASTAR, 4 port A3232 Network I/O Expander

DiGiCo ASTAR, 4 port A3232 Network I/O Expander

The DiGiCo ASTAR is a remote audio networking hub that can be connected to a DiGiCo 4REA4 system fitted with DiGiCo ASTAR connectors. It provides four A3232 ports, each carrying 32x32 channels of 96kHz audio, that can be used to connect to 4REA4 expanders. Up to two ports can be daisy-chained or the second port can be used for redundant cable connection.

The network hub shall connect to the DiGiCo ASTAR port on a 4REA4 mix engine using CAT5 STP cable (or better). It shall carry a maximum of 128 input channels and 128 output channels at 96kHz. Four A3232 ports will be available to connect to remote I/O expanders. The hub shall be powered using standard mains 100 – 240V 50/60Hz 5W connected on an IEC connector. Combined activity and error indicators shall show the status of each connection on the front panel. The hub can be mounted wherever there is a convenient ventilated location; two units may be mounted side by side in an optional 1U rack-mount bracket.

DiGiCo ASTAR MAIN FEATURES

• 128×128 audio channels across one cable
• Compatible with all Layer 2 Gigabit Switches and Media Converters
• One per 4REA4 Customised DSP Engine
• Second ASTAR Port can be used to create a redundant network.

• 171 (w) 42.4 (h) x 202.7 (d) mm
• 6.73 (w) x 1.67 x 7.98 (d) inches
• Unpacked Weight: 1.2Kgs. (2.65lbs.)