Connecting To A Dante Network; Lan Cables Used For Connections - Tascam IF-DA2 Bedienungsanleitung

Connecting to a Dante network

In order to set up and use this card, you must also set up the
Ethernet network that it is connected to, a computer that runs
Dante Controller and other devices that support Dante.

8 LAN cables used for connections

Use LAN cables that are category 5e or faster.
Both crossover and straight cables can be used.
CAUTION
This unit is not compatible with 100Mbps Ethernet
switching hubs. Always use switching hubs that support
Layer 2 and Gigabit Ethernet.
Even though this product is 100Mbp, the speed require-
ments of the Dante System as a whole normally neces-
sitate the use of Gigabit Ethernet Switches.
NOTE
Set the computer to set the IP address automatically.
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Restarting the computer might be necessary if a previous
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network setting is still active on the computer.
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LAN cables used for connections
Use LAN cables that are category 5e or faster.
Both crossover and straight cables can be used.
CAUTION
We recommend using an STP cable (shielded LAN cable)
to prevent electromagnetic interference.
When using a UTP cable (unshielded LAN cable), attach
the included ferrite core to the cable.
Attach the ferrite core to the LAN cable as shown in the illus-
tration.
Use the included cable bands to attach the ferrite core to the LAN
cable at a position 20–50 mm from its plug.
Place ferrite core between
Attach cable bands