DEVA DB91-RX – Compact IP Audio Decoder

DEVA DB91-RX Overview

The DEVA DB91-RX – Compact IP Audio Decoder is a professional solution for broadcasters and engineers who need reliable, high-quality audio decoded directly from IP streams. Its small but durable chassis is ideal where space is at a premium, whether you’re integrating it into an existing studio rack, transmitter hut, or confidence-monitoring setup.

Unlike many compact decoders, the DB91-RX is equipped for true broadcast resilience. You can configure up to three prioritized IP audio sources and, in the event of silence or a main connection drop, it can seamlessly switch to a preloaded MP3 playlist from a microSD card. This ensures your service never goes off-air, while giving you operational peace of mind.

Key Features of DEVA DB91-RX

The DB91-RX supports all the major streaming and broadcast codecs, including HE-AAC (v1/v2), MPEG-1 Layer 3, and linear PCM, ensuring crystal-clear reproduction whether you’re pulling streams across a managed LAN, STL circuit, or wide-area IP network. Analog output is provided on standard RCA jacks, while a digital S/PDIF output increases your deployment options for modern infrastructure.

Its robust status monitoring system uses both multi-color LEDs and front-panel bar-graph meters, enabling engineers to instantly assess device status and signal levels at a glance. The built-in headphone output supports local confidence monitoring during setup or troubleshooting.

• Decodes HE-AAC, MPEG1 Layer 3, and PCM streams (CBR/VBR)
• Analog RCA and digital S/PDIF outputs; front headphone port
• Three IP clients; automatic backup to MP3 on SD card
• Daypart scheduling and silence/failover detection
• HTML5 web GUI for control, monitoring, and firmware updates
• Fanless, low-power steel case for challenging locations
• Seamless integration with IP Audio Decoder systems

Applications

Engineered for versatility, the DB91-RX excels in a range of audio-over-IP scenarios. Use it as a primary decoder for transmitter links, for redundancy in critical FM or digital broadcast chains, or as an automated rebroadcast and streaming receiver in regional or disaster recovery settings. It’s equally at home in large market studios and compact, remote locations.

Robust features like automatic failover, daypart scheduling, and comprehensive monitoring make the DB91-RX ideal for unmanned or mission-critical environments, where 24/7 reliability is non-negotiable.

Setup & Integration

Setting up the DEVA DB91-RX is straightforward. Connect power and Ethernet, then log in to the built-in browser interface to assign IP audio clients, schedule backups, and tune thresholds for silence or recovery. You can adjust audio output levels, monitor active connections, and even upload new firmware—all remotely, with no extra software required.

With front-panel diagnostics, flexible outputs, and resilient backup logic, integration is truly plug-and-play—ensuring audio stability in any broadcast or streaming workflow.

FAQ – DEVA DB91-RX

• Q: How many IP sources can I configure?
  A: Up to three IP audio clients are supported, plus MP3 backup via SD card.
• Q: What happens if the main IP stream drops?
  A: The decoder automatically switches to the next priority or the backup playlist, with fast restoration when the main source returns.
• Q: Can I manage it from off-site?
  A: Yes, the HTML5 web portal enables full remote setup, diagnostics, and firmware updates.

Alternative Products to DEVA DB91-RX

• Barix Exstreamer 110 – IP Audio Decoder: A cost-effective unit for straightforward streaming and network audio distribution, ideal for backup or secondary decoder roles.
• DEVA DB9000-RX – Professional IP Audio Decoder: For users who need upgrade options like built-in RDS, MPX output, and even greater configuration flexibility.
• DEVA DB90-RX – IP Audio Decoder: A robust entry-level model for basic IP decoding and backup monitoring at lower price points.

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