Audio Networking — Passive Adapter
IO44
An Ethercon-to-analog adapter that bi-directionally links any combination of 4× 3-pin XLR audio connectors to a single shielded Cat5e/Cat6 cable.
The Adapter
What It Does
- 014 XLR channels, 1 cableCarries 4 analog XLR audio signals over a single shielded RJ45 network cable, in either direction.
- 02Runs through wall cavitiesA Cat5e/Cat6 run is far easier to route through walls and conduit than four separate XLR cables.
- 03Pairs with the DX-seriesLink two IO44 units directly, or route into a splitter device such as the DX08B or DX16B.
- 04Affordable, portable networkingA lower-cost, more portable alternative for temporary or semi-permanent audio runs.
Built For
Live Sound
Installed Systems
Temporary Networking
At a Glance
- Type
- 4-Channel, 2-Way Passive Splitter
- Signal path
- Fully passive — “Pure Path”
- Front I/O
- 4 × Locking XLR
- Rear I/O
- 4 × XLR · 1 × Ethercon (4ch)
- Construction
- Heavy-duty metal chassis
- Applications
- Live sound, broadcast, studio