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To ensure synchronous arrival of audio, modules within each cluster MUST be cabled in a star
topology, connecting each module directly to the Distro Rack with a short or long multipin etherCON™
cable loom. For redundancy, a secondary cable loom connects to the secondary etherCON™ port which
ties into a secondary data switch.
Thanks to latency compensation capabilities within the Dante™ protocol, it is possible to daisy-chain
multiple Distro Racks together (all ADAPTive modules connected in a star topology) while still
maintaining synchronous output.
To ensure correct cabling, ADAPTive Systems include a cable package based around 6-module fan-out
looms of customized lengths as well as extenders. This system supports a variety of array lengths.
(Refer to Table below for quantities of looms and extensions for each configuration.)
Modules
(per column)
Short Loom Long Loom Extension
1-6
1
0
0
7-12
1
1
0
13-18
2
1
1
19-24*
2
2
1
25-32*
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*
Array size results in a Design Factor of less than the recommended 10:1. Refer to EAW Resolution for
further details.
Cable lengths are as follows:
Short Loom: 6, 8, 10, 12, 14, 16 feet (6 tails)
Long Loom: 18, 20, 22, 24, 26, 28 feet (6 tails)
Extension: 24 feet
Though not required, LK54 extenders may to facilitate remote placement of Distro Racks.