Product Information
The Behringer SC16-O StageConnect Interface is a professional 16-channel analogue output interface designed to simplify audio distribution in live sound, studio recording, broadcast and professional audio installations. Featuring 16 balanced XLR line outputs with high-performance ESS digital-to-analogue conversion, the SC16-O transforms digital StageConnect audio into clean, reliable analogue signals. With Ultranet connectivity, flexible synchronisation and remote power capabilities, it provides an efficient solution for expanding modern digital audio systems.
Equipped with 16 balanced XLR outputs, the SC16-O allows multiple audio channels to be routed directly to amplifiers, stage monitors, broadcast equipment or secondary mixing consoles. Its high-performance ESS digital-to-analogue converters deliver accurate audio reproduction, while StageConnect technology carries audio, control data and remote power over a single XLR cable. Supporting 12 V DC and 18 W of remote power transmission, this streamlined connection reduces cable runs and simplifies installation.
The SC16-O offers flexible integration through selectable StageConnect Host and Client operating modes. In Host mode, the interface supplies word clock and power to the StageConnect bus, while Client mode allows synchronisation to an external clock from the StageConnect bus or Ultranet input. This flexibility makes it suitable for a wide range of professional audio configurations.
Integrated Ultranet input and output ports allow the SC16-O to bridge StageConnect audio with compatible Ultranet personal monitoring and processing systems. The interface also supports MIDI output commands from compatible Behringer StageConnect products, including the SC-U USB interface, allowing control, triggering and synchronisation data to travel through the connected system. Combining comprehensive analogue outputs with efficient digital connectivity, the SC16-O is a versatile solution for professional audio distribution.
Features
- Professional 16-channel StageConnect analogue output interface for live sound, studio and broadcast applications
- 16 balanced XLR line outputs for connecting amplifiers, monitoring systems, broadcast equipment and mixing consoles
- High-performance ESS digital-to-analogue converters deliver clean and accurate audio reproduction
- Converts 16 channels of StageConnect digital audio into analogue line-level signals
- StageConnect technology transmits audio, control data and remote power over a single XLR cable
- Supports 12 V DC and 18 W of remote power transmission through StageConnect
- Selectable StageConnect Host and Client operating modes for flexible system integration
- Host mode supplies word clock and power to the StageConnect bus
- Client mode synchronises to an external clock from the StageConnect bus or Ultranet input
- Integrated Ultranet input and output ports for connection to compatible personal monitoring and processing equipment
- Bridges StageConnect and Ultranet audio systems without requiring additional external conversion equipment
- Supports MIDI output commands from compatible Behringer StageConnect devices
- Compatible with MIDI control, triggering and synchronisation workflows through StageConnect
- Reduces complex cabling requirements by carrying multiple audio channels through a single StageConnect connection
- Ideal for stage output expansion, monitor distribution, broadcast feeds and professional audio installations
Specifications
General
- Brand: Behringer
- Model: SC16-O
- Product Type: StageConnect Audio Interface
- Interface Configuration: 16 Analogue Outputs
- Digital Audio System: Behringer StageConnect
- Primary Function: Digital-to-Analogue Audio Output Expansion
Analogue Outputs
- Total Output Channels: 16
- Output Connectors: 16 x XLR
- Output Signal Type: Balanced Line Level
- Digital-to-Analogue Conversion: High-Performance ESS DAC
- Output Applications: Amplifiers, Monitor Systems, Broadcast Equipment and Secondary Mixing Consoles
Digital Connectivity
- StageConnect: Digital Audio, Control Data and Remote Power Connectivity
- StageConnect Audio Channels: 16 Output Channels
- StageConnect Connection: XLR
- StageConnect Transmission: Audio, Control Data and Remote Power Over a Single XLR Cable
- Ultranet Input: Supported
- Ultranet Output: Supported
- Ultranet Function: Integration with Compatible Personal Monitoring and Processing Systems
Synchronisation
- Operating Modes: StageConnect Host and Client
- Host Mode: Supplies Word Clock and Power to the StageConnect Bus
- Client Mode: Synchronises to an External Clock Source
- External Clock Sources: StageConnect Bus or Ultranet Input
MIDI
- MIDI Functionality: MIDI Output Command Transmission
- MIDI Integration: Compatible Behringer StageConnect Products
- MIDI Applications: Control, Triggering and Synchronisation
- Compatible Device Example: Behringer SC-U USB Interface
Power
- StageConnect Remote Power Voltage: 12 V DC
- StageConnect Remote Power Capacity: 18 W
- Remote Power Transmission: Via StageConnect XLR Cable
- Host Mode Power Function: Supplies Power to the StageConnect Bus
Compatibility
- StageConnect Compatibility: Compatible StageConnect Audio Systems and Interfaces
- Ultranet Compatibility: Compatible Ultranet Personal Monitoring and Processing Equipment
- MIDI Compatibility: Compatible Behringer StageConnect Devices