The Mineola 8x8 Dante Audio Bridge (TAV-MINEOLA48XLR) is a professional-grade interface for converting eight channels of analog XLR audio to Dante® and vice versa. Built for demanding AV environments like live production, broadcast, and fixed installations, it features 48V phantom power on all inputs, dual Dante network ports for redundancy, and simultaneous PoE and 12V DC input for power resilience. With full Dante software compatibility, a rugged all-metal Turtle Aqua chassis, and included rackmount kit, it’s the ultimate high-density audio bridge.

Key Features

  • 8×8 Dante Audio Bridging: Eight balanced XLR/TRS combo inputs with phantom power and eight balanced XLR outputs for bi-directional Dante audio conversion.
  • 48V Phantom Power: Provided on all eight XLR/TRS combo inputs, ideal for mic-level sources.
  • Dual Network Ports: Primary and Secondary Dante ports (RJ45 with Neutrik etherCON) support stream redundancy and failover.
  • Power Redundancy: Supports PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0) and 12V DC input simultaneously for uninterrupted operation.
  • Built for Live Use: All locking connectors (XLR, etherCON, DC input) ensure secure and reliable connections.
  • Total Dante Compatibility: Works with Dante Controller, DVS, Domain Manager, Director, and Connect.
  • Live Production Integration: Ideal for use with vMix, Vizrt, TriCaster, OBS Studio, Wirecast, and more.
  • Durable Chassis: All-metal housing finished in Turtle Aqua; rackmountable (1U 19″) with kit included.
  • TAA Compliant & 5-Year Warranty:Suitable for UK public sector and supported with advance replacement cover.

Specifications

Input 8 × balanced/unbalanced analog audio via XLR/TRS combo connectors, 48V Phantom Power
Output 8 × Dante® digital audio to balanced analog XLR outputs
Control Dante Controller and WebUI
Network Interface 1 × Dante Primary (RJ45, PoE), 1 × Dante Secondary (RJ45) with Neutrik etherCON locking connectors
Network Bandwidth 1 Gbps
Audio Latency Configurable: 1 ms / 2 ms / 5 ms via Dante Controller
ESD Protection IEC 61000-4-2: ±8 kV air-gap, ±4 kV contact
Mechanical
Housing All-metal Turtle Aqua enclosure
Dimensions 1U 19″ rack-mountable (kit included)
Power Supply PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 or 12V DC via locking connector
Power Redundancy Supports simultaneous PoE and 12V DC input
Operating Temperature 32–104 °F (0–40 °C)
Relative Humidity 20% – 90% RH (non-condensing)
Compliance TAA, RoHS, CE, FCC, WEEE
Warranty 5-Year advance replacement warranty