Active AudioPressBox and drive unit in rack, Dante

AudioPressBox APB-D116 R-D – Active 19″ Rack Audio Press Box Drive Unit with Dante Interface

The AudioPressBox APB-D116 R-D is a cutting-edge 19″ rack-mounted active press box designed for broadcasting and press events, offering flexible input options and expandable output channels. Equipped with both analog and Dante inputs, the APB-D116 R-D features high-quality digital-to-analog conversion to ensure premium audio performance. It is ideal for applications where both analog and digital audio signals are required.

This drive unit provides 16 high-quality balanced outputs, all individually transformer isolated for the utmost clarity and minimal interference. Each output is switchable between MIC or LINE levels, giving you complete control over the audio signals for different setups. Additionally, the unit includes a separately buffered output, capable of driving up to 3 AudioPressBox expanders (APB-008 or APB-024), allowing you to expand the number of outputs as needed, supporting a total of 40 outputs (16 native + 24 via expanders).

The AudioPressBox APB-D116 R-D also features signal processing options like a high-pass filter, compressor, and limiter, enabling you to fine-tune your audio for optimal performance, especially in professional press and broadcast environments.

As part of the AudioPressBox family, the APB-D116 R-D supports Power over Ethernet (PoE), providing a simple and efficient solution for powering the device through your Ethernet connection. It can also be powered via a separate PoE injector (ensure IEEE 802.3af compliance to avoid device damage).

Key Features:

• 1 Balanced Line Input (XLR / 6.3mm Jack) and 1 Dante Input with digital-to-analog conversion

• 16 High-quality balanced outputs, individually transformer isolated

• Outputs switchable between MIC or LINE levels

• Switchable high-pass filter, compressor, and limiter for each input

• Buffered output to drive up to 3 expanders (APB-008 or APB-024)

• Expandable with up to 24 additional Line/MIC outputs per channel

• Power over Ethernet (PoE) support for simplified installation (IEEE 802.3af compliant)

• PoE power consumption: < 2 Watts

Ideal for:

• Press conferences, broadcasts, and live event coverage

• Expansion of audio distribution in large-scale environments

• Professional audio setups that require both analog and digital connectivity

It can also be powered via a separate PoE injector (ensure IEEE 802.3af compliance to avoid device damage).