Dante® 2-Channel XLR Input Adapter
KanexPro AUD-DTE-XLRIN converts 2-channel XLR analog audio to Dante® with 5-level gain, AES67 support, and PoE or USB-C power in a compact form factor.
The KanexPro AUD-DTE-XLRIN converts two-channel balanced or unbalanced XLR analog audio into Dante® digital audio for professional AV and networked sound environments. Built on the Dante Ultimo 2×2 platform, it accepts microphones, mixers, and pro-audio line sources directly via integrated 30cm XLR pigtail leads, eliminating the need for a separate stagebox or rack-mount interface. Five selectable input sensitivity levels (+24dBu to -10dBv) deliver precise gain staging at the source. Powered by PoE (802.3af Class 0) or USB-C, it installs anywhere on the network with minimal cabling. Configurable latency (1, 2, or 5ms) and AES67 compatibility ensure integration into any professional Dante® ecosystem.
- Converts 2-channel balanced/unbalanced XLR analog audio to Dante® 2CH digital audio
- Five input sensitivity levels: +24dBu, +4dBu, 0dBu, 0dBv, -10dBv — per-channel adjustment
- Dante® audio sampling up to 96kHz at 24-bit; AES67 compatible
- Configurable Dante® device latency: 1, 2, or 5ms via Dante® Controller
- Integrated 30cm XLR pigtail leads (CH1 + CH2) — direct mic/line connection, no adapter required
- Dual power: PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 or USB-C 5V/500mA
- High-performance audio: SNR >100dB, THD+N <0.01% at +4dBu/1kHz, 20Hz–20kHz ±0.5dB
Specifications| Input | 2× XLR IN (balanced/unbalanced, 30cm pigtail); 1× USB-C (power/firmware) |
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| Output | 1× Dante® RJ45 (PoE) |
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| Audio Format Out | PCM 2CH, 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz @ 16/24-bit |
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| Input Sensitivity | +24dBu / +4dBu / 0dBu / 0dBv / -10dBv (5-level, per channel) |
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| Input Impedance | 20kO balanced / 10kO unbalanced |
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| Latency | 1 / 2 / 5ms configurable |
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| SNR / THD+N | >100dB / <0.01% @ +4dBu, 1kHz |
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| Frequency Response | 20Hz–20kHz ±0.5dB |
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| Transmission | Up to 100m / 328ft (CAT6/6A/7) |
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| Power | USB-C 5V/500mA or PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 | 2W max |
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| Dimensions | 115 × 40 × 28mm | 173g | Plastic, Black |
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| Weight | 0.38 lbs |
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| Temperature | Operating: 0°C–40°C | Storage: -20°C–60°C |
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Questions
- What Dante audio output does the AUD-DTE-XLRIN provide?
- It outputs Dante 2CH PCM audio at 44.1, 48, 88.2, or 96kHz, 24-bit, and is AES67 RTP compatible.
- What input sensitivity levels are available?
- Each XLR channel has five independently selectable sensitivity levels: +24dBu, +4dBu, 0dBu, 0dBv, and -10dBv.
- How do I set input sensitivity per channel?
- Turn the CH1 or CH2 sensitivity knob independently to one of five positions: 1=+24dBu, 2=+4dBu, 3=0dBu, 4=0dBv, 5=-10dBv, matching the setting to the connected source's output level.
- How is Dante latency configured?
- Device latency is set to 1, 2, or 5ms through Dante Controller software on any computer on the same network.
- What are the dimensions and weight of the AUD-DTE-XLRIN?
- 4.53 in x 1.57 in x 1.10 in (115 x 40 x 28mm), 0.38 lbs (0.17kg), in a black plastic enclosure.
- How do I connect microphones or line sources?
- Connect the integrated XLR female pigtail leads (30cm, one per channel) directly to a microphone, mixer, or preamp output; no external adapter is required.
- The signal is distorted or too quiet from the XLR input - what should I check?
- Adjust the CH1 or CH2 sensitivity knob to match the connected source's output level: +24dBu or +4dBu for high-output professional gear, 0dBu or 0dBv for standard line sources, or -10dBv for consumer-level sources.
- There is no Dante link on the adapter - what should I check?
- Confirm the DANTE port is connected to a PoE-capable switch via a straight-through CAT6, CAT6A, or CAT7 cable (not cross-connected) and check that the green LINK LED is solid on, with the yellow DATA LED flashing during transmission.
- Why choose the AUD-DTE-XLRIN for live sound or house-of-worship installs?
- Its integrated 30cm XLR pigtail leads accept mic or line-level sources directly with no adapter, and per-channel 5-level sensitivity adjustment handles both microphones and line-level mixer outputs on the same Dante encoder.
- How does the AUD-DTE-XLRIN pair with the AUD-DTE-XLROUT?
- The XLRIN encodes XLR analog sources to Dante 2CH for network transport, while the companion AUD-DTE-XLROUT decodes Dante audio back to XLR analog outputs, forming a matched send/receive pair for XLR-based Dante systems.