Active Directory and LDAP support
4 levels of built-in user roles
Complete control on per-zone basis
IT Tools for AV networks
Dante Domain Manager brings IT best practices to AV, making audio networking more secure, more scalable and more controllable than ever before.
Introduction Videos
Benefits for Integrators
Benefits for IT Managers
In-Depth Look
Active Directory and LDAP support
4 levels of built-in user roles
Complete control on per-zone basis
Deploy your AV network across a WAN
Route Dante transparently across subnets
Organize devices and route audio independent of network topology
No need for single subnet VLANs or workarounds
Check system status instantly on customizable Dashboard
Audit reports show a complete time-stamped record of all changes
Remote alerts via SNMP
Case Studies
Minnesota Twins at Target Field
Target Field, home of the Minnesota Twins Major League Baseball team, gives more than 39,000 spectators an unforgettable fan experience, starting with near-perfect audio throughout the stadium.
Columbus Zoo and Aquarium
The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium in Ohio uses Dante Domain Manager to control their audio network for their zoo, aquarium, golf course, water park, various dining options and special events.
AT&T Performing Arts Center
The AT&T Performing Arts Center is a massive, four performance-hall venue located in Dallas, Texas that uses Dante and Dante Domain Manger to provide a secure and scalable audio network.
Children's Minnesota Hospital
Children’s Minnesota is one of the largest, freestanding pediatric health systems in the US with two hospitals, 12 primary care clinics, six rehabilitation centers and nine specialty care sites.
Special Focus
Higher Education
Learn how Dante Domain Manager solves problems of multiple-subnet networks, security, and organization in your campus AV system
Broadcast
Find out how Dante Domain Manager delivers reliability, security, scalability and interoperability to broadcast audio over IP.
Product Editions
Dante Domain Manager editions enable the creation of Dante domains to isolate and organize audio devices, permission-driven user accounts, cross-subnet routing of audio, and powerful administrative features to monitor user actions and system status in key areas.
SILVER
Ideal for smaller installations, such as a conference room, reception area, house of worship or classroom.
GOLD
Suited to many mid-sized business environments, allowing for easy management of multiple rooms and public spaces.
PLATINUM*
Designed for organizations with many users, rooms and devices in multiple buildings spread over large areas.
Compare Editions
| Base Capacity | SILVER | GOLD | PLATINUM* |
|---|---|---|---|
| Number of Domains | 2 | 10 | 50 |
| Number of Nodes | 10 | 50 | 250 |
| Available Features | |||
| Create and manage domains | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Configure domains across subnets | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Dashboards and alerts | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Detailed audit log | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Automatic discovery of Dante devices | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Responsive browser interface | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| User definition and role management | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Virtual server support | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| System backup and restore | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Secure, encrypted control traffic | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Route audio between Dante domains | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Enhanced event and alert filtering | ✓ | ✓ | |
| LDAP and Active Directory integration | ✓ | ✓ | |
| High Availability redundancy | ✓ | ||
| SNMP alerts | ✓ | ||
| Suggested Pricing | USD $995 | USD $3,995 | USD $9,995 |
* Add additional domain and node capacity with Platinum expansion packs. Contact sales to learn more.
NEW in Version 1.1 of Dante Domain Manager
SMPTE 2110 and AES67 Support
Dante Domain Manager version 1.1. enables support for SMPTE 2110 and AES67 within Dante domains, allowing broadcasters to integrate SMTPE 2110/AES67 compliant devices in a managed Dante environment.
GPS Synchronization
With Dante Domain Manager, sites can stay in sync using GPS clocking to create a single Dante domain over substantial distances.
ISO Delivery
Dante Domain Manager v1.1 is now available as a standard ISO, allowing you to deploy servers on your choice of hypervisor (VMWare ESXi, Hyper-V, VirtualBox, etc.) or even on bare metal hardware.
Improved Email Notifications
Stay informed anywhere you are by receiving change alerts via email as well as the built-in dashboard.
LDAPS and SMTPS Support
Encrypted authentication to LDAPS and SMTPS servers is now supported for increased security.
Look Inside Dante Domain Manager
Awards
Manufacturers and Dante Domain Manager
Dante Domain Manager requires that audio equipment be upgraded to the latest Dante firmware. Many products are ready now, and more are in the works.
Specifications
Monitoring
Configurable Dynamic Dashboard: Intuitive, graphical dashboard widgets provide real-time visibility of various system health and status metrics, including clocking and subscription status, service status, host server performance and configuration change alerts
Searchable Audit Log: A fully searchable, time-stamped audit log enables detailed event auditing and reporting
Remote Monitoring: SNMP notifications provide system visibility from anywhere at any time
Control
Responsive Web-based UI: Access Dante Domain Manager from any desktop or tablet web browser
Intuitive AV Device Management: The Dante Domain Manager UI features drag & drop for quick and easy grouping of devices into Dante domains, and bulk configuration for large networks via file upload
Push Updates: When a new version of Dante Domain Manager is available, the dashboard will automatically notify you, and you can install the update directly from the UI
Automatic Discovery: Dante Domain Manager supports device / server discovery across both routed and standalone networks
Configurable Clocking: If required, you can specify which of your Dante devices will act as subnet clock masters – or just let Dante Domain Manager handle everything for you
Tight integration with Dante Controller: Define access and device visibility permissions. Authenticated users see only what they are required to see
Environment
DDM is provided as a standard ISO package
Support for leading hypervisors: VMware ESXi, Hyper-V and Virtual Box, and "bare-metal" servers
Run Dante Domain Manager in data centers
Silver & Gold: 4GB & 2 CPUs
Platinum: 8-16GB & 2-3 CPUs
System
Powerful User Administration: Multiple user roles, Active Directory and LDAP support enables secure authentication and comprehensive control over user access
Backup and Restore: Dante Domain Manager configuration can be saved locally and restored as a new installation
High Availability: Multiple backup server support enables automatic failover in the event of a problem with your main server
Virtual Server Support: Run Dante Domain Manager on virtual machines in data centers
Secure Encrypted Administration and Device Configuration: HTTPS support and encrypted control traffic ensures fully secure communication between the DDM server, the DDM web interface and the Dante network
Firmware
All Dante devices must be running Dante firmware v4.0 or higher.
Dante Controller must be updated to v4.0 or higher.
