Overview
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Marshall AR-DM51-B, 16 Channel Audio Monitor with Built-in Preview Screen
The AR-DM-51-B is a compact, lightweight audio monitor that can preview up to 8 stereo channels of audio. It has two extra powerful speakers (up to 100dB in volume) for accurate monitoring even in noisy environments, and the small built-in video screen allows for precise confidence monitoring during live broadcasts. The AR-DM-51-B accepts SDI, HDMI, analog XLR, and analog RCA inputs, and outputs in AES and analog RCA.
The AR-DM-51-B features one-button mix down and control through Ethernet or RS-232, and is only 1 RU tall so it fits in any flypack or mobile broadcast set up.
Features
- Inputs: SDI, HDMI, Analog XLR, Analog RCA
- Outputs: AES (from Analog Input), Analog RCA (from selected Input)
- Built-in live preview monitor (from HDMI or SDI source)
- One-button Mix Down for 5.1 and 7.1 to Stereo
- Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): 85 dB
- Free app for Ethernet or RS-232 control
- Analog input converts to AES out
- Convenient stereo outputs for listening room speakers
- Two powerful built-in speakers go up to 100dB in volume (great for noisy server rooms)
- Straight forward intuitive design
Specifications / Documents
- Video Inputs:
- HDMI 2.0 x 1
- 3G SDI x 1 with looping output
- Video Formats Supported
- HDMI Up to 4K2K@60fps (4:4:4 sampled 8-bits)
- SDI up to 1080p50, 59.94,60 (4:2:2 sampled 10-bits)
- HDMI HDCP: HDCP 2.2 and 1.4 Supported
- Audio Inputs:
- Analog Balanced x 2 XLR Female
- Analog Unbalanced x 2 RCA Jack
- Audio Outputs
- AES/EBU x 1 (Digital Pair) XLR Male
- Analog Unbalanced x 2 RCA Jack
- Signal to Noise Ratio (SNR): 85 dB
- Digital Audio Supported: PCM 2, 5.1, 7.1 channels
- HDMI connector: HDMI type A
- Serial Control Connector: DB-9 [9-pin D-sub female] supports RJ-45 for Ethernet control
- Network Connector: WE/SS 8P8C for control via Ethernet
- Housing: Metal enclosure
- Dimensions [H x W x D]: 1.75” X 19” x 8.5” / 4.45 cm x 48.25 cm x 21.6 cm
- Weight: 7.3 lbs / 3.3 Kg
- Mounting: Chassis has “ears” for standard 19” rack mount
- Included Power supply: Rated 12 VDC 5 Amps, AC Input (120 - 240 VAC)
- Power consumption: 6 Watts Avg
