DL251 is a 5U 19" fixed-configuration rack I/O unit with 48 mic/line level inputs and 16 lines level outputs and delivers legendary Midas sound quality utilising our time-tested and road-proven technologies. Featuring award-winning Midas microphone preamplifiers with 2.5 dB analogue gain steps and three AES50 network ports providing N+1 redundancy, plus an Ethernet control port and a MIDI Interface (In, Out, Thru), the DL251 is the ideal partner to the Midas M Series and PRO Series digital consoles, enabling a digital snake connection from Front of House to stage.
 
Digital Audio Networking
SuperMAC (AES50-Compliant) digital audio networking technology from Klark Teknik simultaneously provides high channel counts, ultra low and deterministic latencies, sample-synchronous and phase-aligned networked clock distribution, error detection and correction, network redundancy, and ease of deployment and use – to meet the demanding requirements of live concert touring.
DL251 is compatible with all Midas digital consoles and audio system engines, as well as with any other AES50-equipped devices.
 
High Output Drive Line Outputs With Mute
DL251 features 16 active servo-balanced low impedance line level outputs with high output current capability for driving long cable runs.
A recessed ‘Mute All Outputs’ switch on the rear panel allows quiet and safe re-patching of cables, even during a show.
 
96 kHz Or 48 kHz Operation
DL251 supports multiple sample rates for the AES50 connections - 96 kHz for use with Midas Pro Series, and 48 kHz for use with Midas M32 Series.
 
Remote Console Or Front Panel Control
All configuration settings for DL251 can be set either remotely from the mixing console, or directly via the intuitive and easy to understand front panel. DL251 features front panel switches for all configuration options with LED status indicators, which provide highly visible feedback of operational status over wide viewing angles and distances.
Clear indication is provided of power supply output rail condition, AES50 and Ethernet network connection status and activity, choice of internal or external clock synchronisation, unit identification and communication mode setting.
 
Built For The Road
Featuring a rugged steel 5U rackmount enclosure, the DL251 is designed for the rigours of live concert touring. Premium industry-standard connectors are used to ensure reliable audio and network connections, night after night.
 
Dual Redundant Universal Switch-Mode Power Supplies
DL251 features dual-redundant power supplies, which are auto-voltage sensing for use on a worldwide basis and provide seamless switchover in the unlikely event of a loss of one power supply.
 
Overview
Fixed Format I/O unit compatible with all MIDAS digital audio consoles
Forty-eight remote control microphone/line audio inputs, fixed configuration
Sixteen audio line outputs, fixed configuration
Switchable between 96 kHz and 48 kHz sample rates
MIDI In, Out and Thru
Three AES50 ports
Ethernet control port (using MIDAS protocols)
Dual-redundant PSUs
 
Features
48 Mic/Line Inputs
16 Line Outputs
Remote Control of Inputs
Three AES50 Network Ports
Ethernet Control Port
MIDI In, Out, Thru
5U 19" Rackmount
Dual Redundant Universal Power Supplies