Dante® 2-Channel USB-C I/O Adapter
KanexPro AUD-DTE-USBC bridges USB-C devices to Dante® networks with 2-channel bidirectional audio, 192kHz/24-bit output, AES67, and PoE power — no drivers…
The AUD-DTE-USBC bridges any USB-C device directly into a Dante® audio network — no drivers, no dedicated interface hardware, no additional power supply required. Built on the Dante® Ultimo 2×2 engine, it converts two-channel USB audio from laptops, smartphones, and tablets into full-resolution Dante® network audio at sampling rates up to 96kHz/24-bit, while simultaneously accepting USB audio output at up to 192kHz/24-bit. A single RJ45 connection to a PoE-capable switch delivers both the Dante network stream and device power over the same cable — eliminating the need for a separate power supply in most installations. Designed for conference rooms, classrooms, houses of worship, and distributed audio systems, the AUD-DTE-USBC operates as a plug-and-play USB audio class 1.0/2.0 device, recognized natively by macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android. Dante® Controller software manages routing, latency (1/2/5ms configurable), and AES67 interoperability — giving integrators full network audio control without touching the host device. The compact plastic enclosure includes integrated hook-and-loop mounting for concealed installation under tables, behind displays, or inside equipment enclosures.
- Interconverts two-channel USB audio and Dante® 2CH digital audio via Dante® Ultimo 2×2 engine
- USB audio device class 1.0/2.0-compatible — no driver installation required on macOS, Windows, iOS, or Android
- USB audio output up to 192kHz@24bit; USB audio input up to 96kHz@24bit
- Dante® audio sampling rate supports 44.1/48/88.2/96kHz@24bit with AES67 interoperability
- Configurable Dante® audio latency: 1ms, 2ms, or 5ms via Dante® Controller
- Powered via PoE (IEEE 802.3af Class 0) or USB-C 5V/500mA — no external power supply required with PoE switch
- Compact form factor with included hook-and-loop for flexible concealed installation
Specifications| Control Method | Dante® Controller |
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| Network Bandwidth | 100M |
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| Audio Formats | USB AUDIO IN: Digital audio input, PCM 2CH 44.1K-96KHz 16/24bit |
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| Transmission Distance | 328ft / 100m (CAT6/6A/7) |
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| Audio Latency | Configurable Dante® device latency - 1ms, 2ms, or 5ms via Dante® Controller |
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| ESD Protection | IEC 61000-4-2: ±8kV (Air-gap discharge) & ±4kV (Contact discharge) |
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| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz (±0dB) |
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| Audio S/N Ratio | >130dB, 1kHz A-weighted |
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| Dynamic Range | >130dB, 1kHz A-weighted |
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| Audio THD+N | <0.01% at +4dBu, 1kHz |
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| Audio Output Sync Delay | <10ms |
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| Line Input Level (Maximum) | N/A |
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| Input Impedance | N/A |
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| Frequency Response | 20Hz to 20kHz (±0dB) |
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| Audio S/N Ratio | >130dB, 1kHz A-weighted |
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| Dynamic Range | >130dB, 1kHz A-weighted |
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| Audio THD+N | <0.01% at +4dBu, 1kHz |
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| Audio Output Sync Delay | <10ms |
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| Line Output Level (Maximum) | N/A |
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| Output Impedance | N/A |
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| DANTE | 1x RJ45 connector - Digital audio in/out, PoE |
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| USB-C (Audio) | 1x USB-C with USB 1.0/2.0, USB audio in/out, 12-pin female |
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| POWER | 1x USB-C power and firmware update port, 12-pin female |
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| RESET | 1x System reboot button |
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| USB-C LED | 1x Green color, USB 5V indicator |
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| USB Input | 5V / 500mA |
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| PoE Input | IEEE 802.3af Class 0 |
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| Power Consumption | 1.65W (Max) |
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| Housing | Plastic Enclosure |
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| Color | Black |
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Questions
- What USB audio formats does the AUD-DTE-USBC support?
- USB audio input accepts PCM 2CH at 44.1kHz-96kHz, 16/24-bit, while USB audio output supports up to 192kHz, 16/24-bit; the unit is compatible with USB Audio Device Class 1.0/2.0.
- What Dante audio format does the AUD-DTE-USBC use?
- Dante input/output carries PCM 2CH digital audio at 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 88.2kHz, or 96kHz, 24-bit.
- Does the AUD-DTE-USBC require drivers on mobile devices?
- No. It is USB audio device class 1.0/2.0-compatible and works without driver installation on macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android.
- Are the USB-C audio port and the USB-C power port the same connector?
- No. The unit has two separate 12-pin female USB-C ports: the USB-C (Audio) port carries bidirectional USB audio, and the separate POWER port handles 5V/500mA power input and firmware updates.
- What are the dimensions and weight of the AUD-DTE-USBC?
- 4.53 in x 1.57 in x 1.10 in (115 x 40 x 28mm), 0.21 lbs (0.09kg), in a black plastic enclosure.
- How is the AUD-DTE-USBC powered?
- It accepts PoE IEEE 802.3af Class 0 through the DANTE RJ45 port, or USB-C 5V/500mA through the POWER port when PoE is unavailable; maximum power consumption is 1.65W.
- The connected USB-C device is not receiving or sending audio - what should I check?
- Confirm the source or playback device is connected to the USB-C (Audio) port (not the separate POWER port), and check the green USB-C LED to confirm the port has power.
- The AUD-DTE-USBC is unresponsive - how do I recover it?
- Press the RESET button to reboot the unit; note that RESET performs a reboot only, and any device setting resets must be performed through Dante Controller.
- Why choose the AUD-DTE-USBC for BYOD conferencing setups?
- Its driver-free USB-C audio bridges laptops, phones, and tablets across macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android directly onto a Dante network on the Dante Ultimo 2x2 platform, without a dedicated USB-A interface or drivers.
- How does the AUD-DTE-USBC pair with the AUD-DTE-2CHAMP in a system?
- The application example shows a USB-C device streaming bidirectional audio through the AUD-DTE-USBC to a PoE network switch, which carries the Dante signal to an AUD-DTE-2CHAMP amplifier for 75W-per-channel playback.