Genelec 9402A System Management Device
Elevate your immersive audio workflow with the Genelec 9402A System Management Device, a powerful multichannel Audio-over-IP (AoIP) interface designed to seamlessly integrate Smart Active Monitoring (SAM) systems into modern broadcast, post-production, and studio networks.
Engineered with a dedicated focus on Dante-based workflows, the 9402A acts as a crucial bridge—delivering bit-perfect, uncompressed, low-latency audio distribution over standard IP infrastructures. Whether you are running a complex Dolby Atmos® layout or scaling a commercial broadcast facility, the 9402A provides the robust, redundant reliability your mission-critical audio demands.
Key Features & Benefits
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Immersive Audio Ready: Supporting up to 16 channels of AoIP monitoring, a single 9402A unit can effortlessly drive immersive formats up to 9.1.6 setups directly from your DAW or Dolby Atmos renderer.
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Seamless Dante & Network Integration: Fully compatible with Dante Controller, Dante Director (cloud management), and Dante Domain Manager. Features Dante Media Encryption for secure, professional environments. (For Ravenna infrastructures, see the 9401A).
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Advanced Bass Management: Provides a comprehensive 16-channel solution with dedicated bass management for Genelec 73xx subwoofers, simplifying the scaling of low-frequency SPL output.
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Uncompromised, Bit-Perfect Quality: Delivers pristine audio performance without compromise, boasting a vanishingly low THD+N of -140 dBFS (0.00001%) and support for up to 192 kHz / 32-bit audio.
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Network Redundancy: Equipped with dual Gigabit Ethernet ports featuring ST2022-7 hitless merge technology to provide rock-solid failover protection.
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GLM 5.2 Control: Seamlessly empowers complete Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM 5.2 or later) software integration for total room calibration, alignment, and monitoring management.
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Infinite Scalability: Need more coverage? Multiple 9402A units can be linked together to achieve an unlimited channel count.
Comprehensive Specifications
| Parameter |
Specification |
| Form Factor |
1U 19-inch Rackmount |
| Input Audio Formats |
Dante, AES67, ST2110-30 |
| Output Audio Format |
AES3 (AES/EBU) |
| Output Channels |
16 Channels via DB25 (AES59 compatible pinout) |
| Additional Outputs |
1 x XLR Subwoofer Link, 1 x XLR Auxiliary Stereo Output (for headphones/secondary monitoring) |
| Supported Sampling Rates |
44.1 / 88.2 / 96 / 176.4 / 192 kHz |
| Supported Word Lengths |
16 / 24 / 32 bits |
| Frequency Response (-1dB) |
1 Hz – $(fs/2)$ kHz |
| Network Connections |
Dual Gigabit Ethernet (RJ45, CAT5 or better) |
| Power Consumption |
<4.5 W (ISS Power Save Mode) / 12 W Max |
| Dimensions (H x W x D) |
43 x 483 x 105 mm ($1\ \frac{3}{4} \times 19 \times 4\ \frac{1}{8}$ in) |
| Weight |
2 kg (4.4 lbs) |
What’s In The Box?
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Genelec 9402A System Management Device
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Mains Power Cable (IEC type C14)
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5-meter GLM Network Cable
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Quick Setup Guide
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Operating Manual (via included QR code link)
Please Note: Operation and system calibration require Genelec Loudspeaker Manager (GLM) 5.2 software or later.
SKU: 9402A-2-US
Expected Shipping Window: Q3 2026
