Integrating the Dante protocol with OmniSwitch offers a streamlined solution for high-quality audio over IP networks, eliminating the complexity of analog setups by leveraging standard Ethernet infrastructure. By configuring OmniSwitch models like the 6360 or 2260, which support essential features like QoS and IGMP Snooping, IT and AV professionals can ensure efficient handling of Dante's uncompressed, low-latency audio streams. Setting up a dedicated VLAN, optimizing multicast traffic, and adjusting QoS settings are key steps to enhancing audio performance, making this configuration ideal for both small labs and large-scale stadium.
Once configured, Dante Controller and Dante Via tools enable seamless audio routing and device management, allowing non-Dante hardware to participate in the network. By following best practices for IP configuration and network optimization, professionals can achieve scalable, reliable, and high-fidelity audio delivery, ensuring that Dante technology integrates smoothly into any network environment.
For more information about Dante, please read the following Application Note & please visit their website https://www.audinate.com/
Lila Bossard
Lila BOSSARD is a Product Marketing network engineer. She graduated from ISEN engineer school and from Rennes School of Business.