BlueBridge Expansion I/O Box with Dante

Ideal Use Cases

The AtlasIED BlueBridge BB-EB1616DT is intended for BlueBridge installations that require expanded analog connectivity, Dante network audio, and digital signal processing. It provides 16 analog inputs and 16 analog outputs alongside 16 x 16 Dante network audio. This combination fits systems in which multiple analog sources and destinations must connect with a Dante-based audio network. Open-architecture design software and a range of available tools support installations that require configurable DSP instead of a fixed signal path.

Why Choose This Model

The BB-EB1616DT brings its analog and network channel capacities together in one expansion box. Its 16-input by 16-output analog configuration is matched by 16 x 16 Dante network audio, providing a clearly defined expansion point for a BlueBridge system. The onboard digital signal processor and open-architecture design approach give system designers access to the provided software environment and available tools. This makes the model particularly relevant when the project specification calls for BlueBridge expansion, balanced analog channel capacity, Dante connectivity, and DSP functionality in the same device.

Installation and Integration

Analog I/O uses 3.5mm Phoenix plug-in connections, while Ethernet network I/O is provided through an RJ45 connection specified for CAT5. The unit accepts 90-240VAC power at 50-60Hz, and its listed width is 19 inches, or 483mm. Each channel has one dual-color signal LED, allowing channel-level signal status to be viewed directly on the unit. Separate Power and Data status LEDs provide additional operating information. These defined connection types, power requirements, dimensions, and indicators give installers the essential details needed to plan physical placement, analog termination, and network integration.

Performance Highlights

The listed frequency response is 20Hz to 20kHz. Input impedance is greater than 10kΩ, while common-mode rejection ratio is greater than 100dB from 50Hz to 10kHz. Maximum level is specified at +20dBu, and microphone gain provides 0/+40dB steps. The supplied distortion specification is 0.002% at 1kHz and +40dBu. Together, these figures document the model's analog input and signal-performance characteristics without relying on generalized performance claims. The supplied technical data also lists a 50Hz refresh rate. Channel signal LEDs and dedicated Power and Data indicators complement these specifications with visible status information during operation.

What Makes It Different

The defining feature of the BB-EB1616DT is its combination of three matched capabilities: 16 analog inputs, 16 analog outputs, and 16 x 16 Dante network audio. Rather than functioning only as an analog expansion interface, it also incorporates digital signal processing and an open-architecture software design. This arrangement places analog connectivity, network audio, and configurable DSP within the same BlueBridge expansion model. Phoenix plug-in analog connections and RJ45 CAT5 Ethernet provide distinct interfaces for the analog and network portions of the system.

Final Assessment

The AtlasIED BlueBridge BB-EB1616DT is a focused expansion option for installations that specifically require 16 channels of analog input, 16 channels of analog output, 16 x 16 Dante network audio, and DSP capability. Its published performance data includes a 20Hz-20kHz frequency response, greater than 100dB CMRR, and a +20dBu maximum level. A wide 90-240VAC power specification, 19-inch width, channel signal indication, and Power and Data status LEDs complete the documented integration details. The unit carries a 36-month warranty from the date of purchase.