Soundcraft A520005000SP - Yes Option Card Cat 5 Dual port MADI

Soundcraft A520005000SP – Cat5 Dual Port MADI Option Card for Si Series

The Soundcraft A520005000SP is a dual-port MADI over Cat5 expansion card designed for integration with Si series digital consoles. It provides transport of up to 64 channels of highly reliable, bi-directional digital audio over Ethercon Ethernet connectors, with the option of redundant linking for maximum security in critical environments. Installed in the ViSi Connect™ D21m slot, it allows easy expansion of the console's I/O capabilities without the need for fiber optics or multiple cables, speeding up installation and reducing infrastructure costs.

Main features

• Dual Port MADI over Cat5: Two Ethernet ports for primary and backup signals.
• 64 Bi-Directional Channels: Transmits and receives 64 channels of MADI at 48 kHz/24-bit.
• D21m format: plug-in module for Si and Vi expansion slots.
• Redundant link: automatic switchover to the second port in case of failure.
• Ethercon Cat5e connector: robust and secure for touring and fixed rack.
• Compatibility Mode: Switch to switch between 64ch and 56ch.
• Plug-and-play integration: immediate recognition in the console's patching section.

User benefits

• Simplified installation: A single Cat5 cable replaces multiple BNC or fiber cables.
• High reliability: Dual MADI link minimizes the risk of live interruptions.
• Scalability: Quickly expand digital I/O without modifying network infrastructure.
• Space saving: compact D21m format keeps the rack tidy.
• System flexibility: compatibility with any standard stagebox or MADI device.

Use cases

• Digital audio links between Si consoles and remote stageboxes on tour.
• Fixed installations in theaters, auditoriums and conference centers.
• Integration into broadcast systems and OB vans with MADI redistribution.
• Redundancy in critical environments: corporate venues and large-scale events.
• Sending MADI multitrack to recorders and DAWs live.

Frequently Asked Questions

• Which consoles are compatible? All Si and Vi series models with a D21m slot.
• How many MADI channels does it manage? Up to 64 simultaneous input and 64 output channels.
• Does it require prior configuration? No; it's automatically detected when the console is patched.
• How do you configure redundancy? Connect the second Cat5 port, and the module will take over in case of a link failure.
• Can I use 56 channels? Yes; an internal switch switches to 56-channel mode for legacy MADI compatibility.

Description for projects

Soundcraft A520005000SP D21m module with dual port MADI over Cat5, 64ch bidirectional at 48 kHz/24 bits, automatic redundant link, 64/56ch switch, Cat5e Ethercon connector, plug-and-play on Si/Vi console.