Audio-Technica ATND971a

Audio-Technica ATND971a - digital Ethernet surface microphone, condenser, with cardioid polar pattern and Dante™ network output. It connects directly to the network via an Ethernet cable. An integrated switch allows communication and/or control of other Dante-enabled devices integrated into the network. Local or remote microphone gain control is possible. It is equipped with a low-cut filter and red and green LED indicators. Utilises UniGuard® RFI shielding technology and UniSteep® filter. Powered via PoE network, calibrated on the bi-directional audio channels of Dante 512.

Technical specifications:

• Element: Fixed-charge back plate, permanently polarized condenser
• Polar pattern: semi-cardioid (cardioid in semi-sphere above the mounting surface)
• Frequency response: 30-20,000 Hz
• Low-cut filter: 80 Hz, 18 dB/octave
• Maximum input signal level: 117 dB SPL, 1 kHz at 1% T.H.D.
• Signal-to-noise ratio: 68 dB, 1 kHz at 1 Pa
• Power requirements: PoE IEEE802.3af standard (power consumption 1.5W)
• Selectors:
  • Local Mode: user-selectable function with touch sensitivity: toggle (mute on power up), toggle (talk on power up), momentary on, momentary off;
  • Low-cut filter: flat, roll-off; Gain: +30 dB, +40 dB, +50 dB
  • Remote Mode: Low-cut and Gain via third-party software*
• Weight: 393 g
• Dimensions (W x H x D): 89.5 x 35.8 x 110.0 mm
• Output connector: RJ45
• Included accessories: soft protective case

Dante network specifications:

• Type: standard Ethernet
• Connector: RJ45
• Cable quality: CAT5 shielded or CAT6 recommended
• Transmission speed: 100 Mbps