DHY-04VS

19" Rack-Mount Automatic VoLTE TBU Hybrid Unit with HD Voice, AES/EBU & Analogue I/O with Ethernet

The DHY-04VS VoLTE TBU Hybrid is used on a cellular (mobile) phone network to provide HD Voice quality bidirectional audio calls over VoLTE, interfacing directly with a connected mixing console for broadcast applications.

DHY-04VS

19" Rack-Mount Automatic VoLTE TBU Hybrid Unit with HD Voice, AES/EBU & Analogue I/O with Ethernet

The DHY-04VS VoLTE Hybrid is designed for use on cellular (mobile) networks, providing HD Voice quality bidirectional audio over 4G VoLTE. As legacy 3G and 2G services are being phased out in many regions, it offers a reliable solution for high-quality voice connectivity.

A rear-panel SIM slot and external GSM antenna connection allow the unit to make and receive calls over the cellular network. The hybrid converts the VoLTE signal into a 4-wire audio interface for direct connection to a mixing console, with auto-sensing combined analogue and AES/EBU inputs and outputs supporting sample rates up to 24-bit/96kHz. The XLR output is configurable for analogue or AES/EBU operation. It operates across multiple 4G, 3G and 2G bands, with automatic network fallback where available.

The DHY-04V is well suited to remote studios, OB vans, and mobile broadcast applications, as well as emergency scenarios where fixed telephone lines are unavailable. Automatic operation, front-panel speed-dial buttons with redial, and DTMF dial tone recognition allow simple and flexible call handling, including remote contributor access, enabling journalists to dial in securely and be put on-air automatically.

An integrated Ethernet interface provides web browser access for remote configuration and control of the unit’s settings.

In addition to the features of the DHY-04, the DHY-04VS includes front-panel indicators for SIM status and network availability, along with a push button to display mobile signal strength on the meter LEDs.

Call quality depends on network conditions and may vary during operation. Best performance is achieved with good antenna placement, particularly in fixed installations.

HD Voice is available where supported by the network and both ends of the call. On compatible 4G and 3G networks, the unit delivers enhanced wideband audio quality.

Product Features

  • Multi-band support for 4G, 3G and 2G operation.

  • Rear-panel SIM card slot (4G/3G/2G GSM).

  • Auto-sensing analogue and AES/EBU audio I/O.

  • AES/EBU support up to 24-bit / 96kHz.

  • Configurable analogue or AES/EBU XLR output.

  • Ethernet interface with web browser configuration.

  • Front-panel speed-dial buttons with redial.

  • DTMF control for remote contributor access.

  • Automatic operation for ease of use.

  • Signal strength LED metering.

  • LEDs for SIM status and network availability.

  • 19" Rack-mount unit.

  • Aluminium construction.

Typical Applications

Radio & TV station talk shows, telephony interface to the mixer, security voice calls.

Product Category

Telephone Hybrids

Audio Specification Analogue Audio I/O:

Input Impedance - Line Mode (Clean Feed):10kΩ balanced 0dB
Input Impedance - Conferencing:10kΩ balanced 0dB
Input Impedance - Microphone Mode:2kΩ balanced
Input Level Gain Range:-6dB, 0dB, and +6dB adjusted by 3-position front panel switch, +10dB jumper
Microphone Level Gain Preset:From 65dB to 35dB
Maximum Input Levels:Line +26dBu, mic -24dBu
Clean Feed Limiting Input:-4dBu for CTR21 setting, other values available, dependent on the actual country setting selected on the DHY-04V
Output Impedance - Line Out:50Ω balanced floating 0dBu
Output Impedance - Conference/Record:50Ω balanced floating 0dBu
Output Level Gain Range:-6db, 0dB, and +6dB adjusted by 3-position front panel switch
 

Digital Audio I/O:

Input Impedance:110Ω ±20% balanced
Output Impedance:110Ω ±20% balanced
Sample Frequency Range:30 - 100kHz (i.e. including 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 64kHz, 88.2kHz & 96kHz)
Signal Level:2V/7V peak to peak min/max
Analogue Equivalent Level for Full Scale Digits:+18dBU
Maximum Input Level:0dBFS but internally limited to -6dBFS
Maximum Output Level:-6dBSFS
 

Cellular Connection:

Module Type:LTE Cat.1 4G with 3G/2G fallback & VoLTE/3G/2G for EMEA/North America/APAC/LATAM 3GPP Release 10 compliant
Approvals Information:FCC/ISED, PTCRB (North America) RED/GCF (Europe)
Output PowerClass 3 (0.2W, 23dBm) @ LTE
Ring Detector Sensitivity:Off, 1, 2, 3, or 4 rings
 

Power Supply:

Power to DHY-04V, S&T Universal 12W power supply:90 to 250V AC; 47-63Hz; fused 1A anti-surge fuse
 

Connections

Mic/Line/AES-EBU Input:XLR 3 pin female, with push-button mic/line selection
Line/AES-EBU Output:XLR 3 pin male
GSM Antenna:SMA socket
Conferencing or Record Audio:RJ45 socket
Remotes:9-way D-type socket
Ethernet:RJ45 socket
RS232 Serial:9-way D-type socket
Power:IEC mains (CEE22)
 

Accessories

DHY-04VCONFront panel conversion kit, DHY-04VS to DHY-04V
DHY-04VSCONFront panel conversion kit, DHY-04V free standing to DHY-04VS 19” (48cm) rack-mount front
DHY-04VTCONFront panel conversion kit, DHY-04V or DHY-04VS, to DHY-04VT 19” (48cm) rack-mount front
DHY-04VPCONFront panel conversion kit, to DHY-04V & DHY-04 Twin Rack Mounted
 

Handbooks & Guides

Brochures

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Declarations

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Firmware

Sonifex Dialler SoftwareVersion1.10Date1/11/2021[Download]
DHY-04VVersion1.23 & 1.24 betaDate01/12/2026 / 28/04/2026[Download]

Firmware Notes

Sonifex Dialler Release Notes[Download]
Full release notes for all firmware versions[Download]