12 in 1, the X6R is a converter unit with the highest degree of flexibility concerning the I/O configuration. Six different card types enable to customise the card slots on the rear of the device, the conversion of analogue signals – 16 inputs, 16 outputs, 8 inputs and 8 outputs or dual microphone inputs with two independent adjustable preamps – to AES/EBU is provided as well as the sample rate convertion for AES/EBU. Twelve different versions are available. The AES/EBU card could be set from 16 channels to 8 channels in combination with mic IN, line IN or line OUT card and IN/OUT configuration can be changed in groups of 8 channels. The X6R is especially designed for rack mounted applications and permanent installation. All cards are equipped with Euroblock connectors. With further SANE TP devices, the X6R-TP offers a great flexibility to build the CAT5 network exactly suiting an application's need. These common installation interfaces provide a simple and cost-efficient connection to other audio equipment.