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CEDAR DNS 8D Eight-Channel Dialogue Noise Suppressor

CED-DNS 8D
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The CEDAR DNS 8D is an eight-channel real-time dialogue noise suppression system designed for broadcast, live sound and professional audio applications where clear, intelligible speech is critical. Using CEDAR’s advanced dialogue noise suppression technology, it reduces unwanted sounds including traffic, air conditioning, wind, rain, crowd babble and general background noise while maintaining near-zero latency.

Purpose-built for demanding live environments, the DNS 8D can also help compensate for poor microphone placement, challenging acoustics and excessive reverberation. Eight channels of noise suppression provide the capacity needed for multi-source productions, with standard and detailed operating modes allowing users to choose between rapid operation and more precise control.

Dante networking and AES3 connectivity make the DNS 8D straightforward to integrate into professional digital audio workflows. Dante redundant operation provides additional network resilience, while fail-safe AES3 hardware bypass helps protect critical audio paths in the event of a power failure or significant disruption.

With front-panel control, browser-based remote operation and both universal mains and 12 V DC power options, the CEDAR DNS 8D is suited to broadcast facilities, theatres, concert halls, conference venues, places of worship and other professional live sound environments.

Product overview

Key product features

The CEDAR DNS 8D is an eight-channel, real-time dialogue noise suppression processor designed for broadcast, live sound and other professional audio environments.

Eight independent channels of real-time dialogue noise suppression
Reduces unwanted traffic, air conditioning, wind, rain, babble and general background noise.

Helps compensate for poor microphone placement and unfavourable acoustic conditions.

Can suppress excessive reverberation to improve dialogue clarity.
Near-zero latency processing for live and broadcast applications.
Dante audio networking for multi-channel digital audio over standard Ethernet networks.
AES3 digital audio connections for integration with professional audio systems.
Supports Dante redundant mode to improve resilience against network failure.
Fail-safe AES3 hardware bypass relays connect inputs directly to outputs following power failure or significant disruption.
New noise suppression algorithm combining machine-learning and signal-processing technology developed for the CEDAR DNS 8 Live and DNS 2.
Standard and detailed operating modes provide quick operation or more precise control when required.
Front-panel controls provide direct access to noise suppression processing.
Built-in remote control software can be accessed using almost any compatible web browser.
Universal mains power plus a 4-pin 12 V DC input for fixed and mobile live applications.
Suitable for broadcast, theatres, concert halls, conference venues, houses of worship and other live sound applications.

Data & specifications sheet

Audio processing
Type: Real-time dialogue noise suppression system
Channels: 8
Processing: CEDAR dialogue noise suppression
Latency: Near-zero latency operation
Operating modes: Standard and detailed
Noise reduction applications: Traffic, air conditioning, wind, rain, babble and general background noise
Additional processing applications: Reduction of excessive reverberation and compensation for unfavourable acoustic conditions or poor microphone placement
Digital audio connectivity
Network audio: Dante
Digital audio: AES3
Dante operation: Supports redundant mode
Dante transport: Uncompressed, multi-channel digital audio over standard Ethernet networking
AES3 protection: Hardware-relay fail-safe bypass connects AES3 inputs to outputs following power failure or other significant disruption

Control
Local control: Front-panel user interface
Control modes: Standard and detailed
Remote control: Internal browser-accessible remote control software

Power
AC power: Universal mains power
DC power: 4-pin 12 V DC input
Optional accessory
CEDAR 8D/AES breakout cable
Connections: DB25 to 4 x female XLR and 4 x male XLR
Purpose: Connects the DNS 8D AES3 interface to equipment using conventional XLR connections.

FAQs

What does the CEDAR DNS 8D do?
The CEDAR DNS 8D is an eight-channel real-time dialogue noise suppression processor designed to make speech clearer by reducing unwanted background noise. It can suppress traffic, air conditioning, wind, rain, babble and general ambient noise, while also helping with excessive reverberation, poor microphone placement and unfavourable acoustic conditions.

How many channels of noise suppression does the CEDAR DNS 8D provide?
The CEDAR DNS 8D provides eight channels of real-time dialogue noise suppression. Its processing is designed specifically for professional broadcast and live sound applications where multiple dialogue sources may need to be cleaned up with minimal processing delay.

Does the CEDAR DNS 8D support Dante audio networking?
Yes. The CEDAR DNS 8D provides Dante connectivity as well as AES3 digital audio connections. It supports Dante redundant operation, which can provide additional resilience against network failure when the unit is incorporated into appropriately designed professional audio networks.

Is the CEDAR DNS 8D suitable for live sound?
Yes. The CEDAR DNS 8D uses near-zero latency processing and is designed for live applications as well as broadcasting. CEDAR identifies applications including theatres, concert halls, conference venues and places of worship where unwanted background noise or difficult acoustic conditions can affect dialogue clarity.

What happens to the AES3 audio if the CEDAR DNS 8D loses power?
The CEDAR DNS 8D incorporates fail-safe AES3 audio bypass using hardware relays. If there is a power failure or another significant disruption, the relays immediately connect the AES3 inputs to the outputs, making the unit suitable for consideration in critical professional audio signal paths.

Where can I buy the CEDAR DNS 8D in Australia?
The CEDAR DNS 8D is available through D2N Technology Solutions, an Australian distributor of CEDAR Audio professional noise suppression, speech enhancement, forensic audio and audio restoration solutions. D2N can also assist with selecting and integrating the appropriate CEDAR solution for your professional audio application.

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