Hello,
Are there any advantages in using the Fourier card instead of dmi dante in terms of latency or operational options?
And if not right now are there any future differences planned on the roadmap?
Regards Rob
Hi Rob,
Assuming this is about a DMI Dante 64@96:
From March 2023 onwards the DMI Dante 64@96 cards changed to utilise an IP Zynq HC solution as their Dante module due to a parts shortage.
Both the DMI and Fourier Interface cards utilise an IP Zynq HC solution, however there are some differences.
Like the DMI Dante 64@96, the Fourier Interface card provides 64 channels in and 64 channels out at both 48kHz or 96kHz. Latency options are identical, down to 0.25ms.
The Fourier Interface card does not feature Sample Rate Conversion, so a sample rate mismatch could result in distortion/clicking/no audio.
The Fourier Interface card cannot be used to control socket parameters (phantom power and gain) of DiGiCo DQ Racks or A168D/A164D Racks.
The Fourier Interface card consists of 3 RJ45 connectors, while the DMI Dante 64@96 has two ethercon ports and one RJ45 (for control).
As for future differences, there are none currently on the roadmap, but if that changes I will let you know.
Hope this helps,
Ross
Product Specialist