The BLU-BIB features eight analog audio inputs on standard terminal block connectors and the 256-channel, low latency, fault tolerant digital audio bus, also found on the BLU-800, BLU-320, BLU-160, BLU-120, BLU-100 and BLU-BOB devices. In addition to providing a backbone for the transportation of multiple channels, this bus also facilitates the creation of large, fault-tolerant, centralized matrices containing multiple devices. The digital audio bus uses standard, inexpensive Cat 5e or Cat 6 cable, which enables a distance of 100 meters between devices. The BSS Audio MC-1 fiber optic media converter can be used to increase the distance between devices to over 10 km (6.2 miles) using single mode fiber. Simple front panel controls are provided on the BLU-BIB to configure Phantom Power per channel and input gain per channel. Signal present, clip, Phantom Power, applied input gain and power status are clearly displayed by front panel LED indicators for use with configuration, monitoring and troubleshooting. The BLU-BIB features a front panel lockout mode for tamper-free operation and a ‘stealth’ mode for inconspicuous operation in dimly lit environments, where flickering LEDs would be distracting. A series of DIP switches on the rear of the BLU-BIB device allow the eight input channels to be placed onto eight consecutive channels of the digital audio bus. The BLU-BIB devices are powered by an external 12VDC power supply which is included with the device.
8 Analog Audio Inputs
Standard Terminal Block Connectors for Analog Audio Connections
DIP Switches for Channel Range Selection
Front Panel Input Gain and Phantom Power Control
Front Panel Lockout for Tamper-Free Operation
Front Panel “Stealth” Mode for Inconspicuous Operation
256 Channel, Low Latency, Fault Tolerant Digital Audio Bus
Clear Front Panel LED Indication
12VDC External Power included
Terminal Block Connectors for Power Connection
Half Rack Width, Desk Mount or Wall Mount Chassis (BLU-BOB1)
1U Rack-Mount Kit available separately
Spec Sheet available - Yes
Operating Temperature (Maximum):
95 F
Operating Temperature (Minimum):
41 F
Input Impedance:
3000 ohm
Depth:
7.75 in
Height:
1.65 in
Width:
8.63 in
Product Weight:
2.96 lbs
Front panel LED indicators:
Signal Preset/Clip (per input), 48V (per input), Gain (0/6/12/18/24/30/36/42/48dB),and Power
Analog Inputs:
8 electronically balanced on Phoenix/Combicon removable screw connectors
Mic/Line Inputs:
Nominal gain 0dB, electronically switchable up to +48dB, in 6dB steps
Maximum Input Level:
+20dBu with 0dB input gain, +8dBu with 12dB gain
CMRR:
>40 dB at 1kHz
Input Noise (E.I.N.):
<-123 dBu typical with 150 Ohms source
Phantom Power:
48 V nominal, selectable per input
A/D Latency:
37/Fs [0.77ms@48k, 0.39ms@96k]
Digital Audio Bus Connectors:
2 x RJ45 Ethernet connectors
Digital Audio Bus Maximum Cable Length:
100m/300ft on Category 5e cable between devices
Digital Audio Bus Maximum Number of Nodes:
60
Digital Audio Bus Latency:
11/Fs [0.23ms@48k, 0.11ms@96k]
Digital Audio Bus Pass Through Latency:
4/Fs [0.08ms@48k, 0.04ms@96k]
Mains Voltage:
12 V DC external power supply included