The MOTU AVB Switch - Five-Port AVB Ethernet Switch is designed to connect up to five AVB Audio, Video, or Switch interfaces into a network using the IEEE 802.1 AVB standard and CAT-5e or CAT-6 Ethernet cables up to 100 meters in length. This networking standard provides real-time, low-latency, fully synchronized streaming of audio and video over Ethernet.

The back panel of the switch features five 1-Gigabit AVB Ethernet ports as well as one standard Ethernet port for connecting the device to the Internet or a Wi-Fi router. The five AVB ports can also be used for standard Ethernet. Two front panel rows of LEDs provide visual feedback of the network connections and status of each port.

For convenience and reliability, the system features automatic device discovery so no IT experience is required and implements AVB's Stream Reservation protocol to provide guaranteed Quality of Service and ensure uninterrupted connections. The system also provides a network-wide time bass for synchronizing all connected devices within one sample phase lock and with timing accuracy within the nanosecond.

Stream Audio or Video Over Ethernet    Quality of Service for Stable Connection    Uses CAT-5e or CAT-6 Cables Up to 100 M    Automatic Device Discovery    1-Gigabit Operation    Network-wide Clock and Sync    Ethernet Port for Internet and Wi-Fi    Stream Reservation Protocol

Uses standard IEEE 802.1 AVB Ethernet switch

Supports automatic device discovery and network bandwidth management among connected AVB devices with no IT expertise required

Uses standard CAT-5e or CAT-6 Ethernet cables up to 100 meters in length

Supports high audio channel counts and low latency operation

Maintains all existing audio and video streams regardless of network traffic

Uses network-wide clock to keep devices sync accurate to within nanoseconds of one another

Bridges standard Ethernet for Wi-Fi and Internet connectivity

Related Questions and Answers

Q: 1. Does this unit mount natively in a 1 RU space or is an adapter or shelf required?

A: Yes, the Netgear 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Unmanaged Switch BH #NEGS108LP100 fits in a 1RU space, it includes a rackmount kit in the box.

Q: 2. Does this come with rackmount ears?

A: This switch comes with a rackmount kit.

Q: 3. Is MOTU 112D USB class compliant?

A: Using Thunderbolt connectivity, the audio interface can stream 128 audio channels in and 128 channels out to the interface's physical outputs, the DSP-powered 48-channel mixer, or AVB audio network streams. The interface can also use high speed USB 2.0 (3.0 compatible) using class compliant drivers to work with most digital audio workstations.

Q: 4. What is the Country of Origin?

A: Country of origin for the MOTU AVB Switch is USA. Thank you for your question.

Q: 5. Is it possible to plug a non-POE unit into this switch without damaging the non-POE device?

A: Yes. It is possible to plug a non-POE unit into the Netgear 8-Port Gigabit Ethernet PoE+ Unmanaged Switch.

Q: 6. So just answered my own question? I see the rackmounts are included. Doh!

A: Glad you got your answer!

Q: 7. I use one of these for our (AVB) audio network, but would it work for an NDI network (Using a separate network)? I'm looking for a POE switch with an ethercon connector for a portable setup (running only 2 Cat6 (or6a) ethernet cables from FOH to stage), one for NDI video and one for AVB audio. (AVB video not an option)

A: The PreSonus SW5E 5-Port AVB Switch with PoE appears to only offer compatibility with AVB products and does not specify compatibility for use with other network protocols such as NDI.

Q: 8. Is this a fan cooled unit? Thanks

A: This is a fanless unit designed for silent operation.

Q: 9. Is this v2 version?

A: Unfortunately, we are unable to check the serial, batch, firmware or OS version of the Netgear ProSafe Plus 5-Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch BH #NEGS105E200.

Q: 10. Will this Interface work with Akai Force firmware 3.1 as USB audio interface? How many channels?

A: If this Motu interface is compatible with your computer and your Akai Force is compatible with your computer then they will both work together without any issues. USB 2.0 (44.1 to 48 kHz): 64 in/out USB 2.0 (88.2 to 96 kHz): 32 in/out USB 2.0 (176.4 to 192 kHz): 24 in/out