The Allen & Heath DT168 is a 16x8 Dante/AES67 audio I/O expander offering tight integration with dLive and SQ Series mixers for live stage applications such as houses of worship, concert venues, and theatres. It features 16 low-noise microphone preamps and eight line outputs, all on balanced 3-pin XLR connectors. 48V phantom power is selectable per input while 16 LEDs indicate the phantom power status for all inputs. 32-bit / 96 kHz convertors deliver the detailed audio quality and high resolution that modern productions demand.
The primary and secondary etherCON ports boast a locking mechanism to prevent accidental disconnection and allow simple hookup to your Dante or AES67 audio network. Directly control gain, pad, and phantom power settings for the DT168's preamps via your dLive or SQ mixer. The built-in carry handle and rubber bumpers ensure simple transport and stage-friendly operation.
Key Features:
- 16 mic/line inputs and eight line outputs in a convenient stagebox form factor
- Acclaimed Allen & Heath preamps with 96 kHz convertors
- Primary and secondary locking etherCON ports
- Can be deployed on stage or used as a drop-in expander in any dLive or SQ Dante network
- Supports operation in redundant mode for simultaneous connection to primary and secondary Dante networks or in switched mode for daisy-chaining Dante expanders or configuring a digital split between FOH (Front of House) and monitor mixers
- Add up to 16 units to an dLive or SQ system when equipped with an SQ Dante or dLive 96 kHz Dante card (all available separately)
- Gain, pad, and phantom power settings are controllable from dLive or SQ mixers
- 16 phantom power status LEDs
- Compatible with AES67
- Ready for Dante Domain Manager
- Built-in carry handle and rubber bumpers make the DT168 ideal for portable applications
- 19" rackmount kit available separately
