FAQ

Q. What Q-SYS Core processor models support Software-based Dante feature licenses?

A. Software-based Dante is currently supported on the Q-SYS Core 110f, with availability coming to other Q-SYS Core processors (current 510i and 5200 models) in the future.

Q. How do I purchase a Software-based Dante feature license? How much do they cost?

A. The process is similar to purchasing our “UCI Deployment License” or “Q-SYS Scripting Engine License.” Contact your local QSC sales representative to purchase Q-SYS software licenses.

Q. Where is the Software-based Dante feature license installed?

A. Software-based Dante is a perpetual license that is node locked to the Q-SYS Core processor itself.

Q. How do I install the Software-based Dante feature license?

A. For a step-by-step walkthrough, read How to Activate a QSC Feature License.

Q. Is Software-based Dante compatible with Dante Domain Manager?

A. Yes, Software-based Dante is compatible with Dante Domain Manager. It behaves no differently than other hardware Dante-based devices.

Q. Can Software-based Dante be managed with Dante Controller?

A. Yes. Software-based Dante offers an External Configuration mode, configurable in Q-SYS Designer, which allows for management with Dante Controller, if desired.

Q. Does Software-based Dante provide network redundancy?

A. Yes. However, each Q-SYS Core must have its own unique Software-based Dante license installed.

Q. Does Software-based Dante provide device redundancy?

A. Yes. Two supported, identical Q-SYS Core processors may be configured as a redundant pair. However, each Q-SYS Core must its own unique Software-based Dante license installed.

Q. Can a Core use Software-based Dante simultaneously with Q-LAN, AES67, WAN and Media streams?

A. Yes. All network audio technologies, including Dante, may co-exist on a Q-SYS Core processor in the same design so long as the total network I/O capacity of the Q-SYS Core is not exceeded.

Q. How many Dante flows does each Software-based Dante channel tier support (on the Q-SYS Core 110f) and how does that affect the channel stream usage of my Q-SYS design?



Channel Count Property Dante Flows Consumed

Channels Consumed Streams 8 4 8 of 128 12 of 64 (non-redundant)

24 of 64 (redundant) 16 8 16 of 128 24 of 64 (non-redundant)

48 of 64 (redundant) 32 8 32 of 128 24 of 64 (non-redundant)

48 of 64 (redundant)

Q. How do I add Software-based Dante to my Q-SYS design?

A. Like other network audio protocols, a Dante RX / TX component pair is added to the Inventory and dragged into a Schematic page within Q-SYS Designer. From there, the components appear nearly identical to previously available hardware equivalents, including audio and control I/O pins.