Products & Newsletters
New Products (Apr 2002)
ISDN codec
TelosSystems
Booth L 2251
Zephyr Xstream
ISDN transceiver includes MPEG AAC (Advanced Audio Coding), low-delay AAC-LD, Layer II and Layer III audio coding. An Ethernet port
allows for streaming over IP and also networked remote control.
Available in a rack-mount version, rack-mount version with mixer (MX),
or portable version with mixer (MXP). V.35/x21, Ethernet-only or
ISDN-only options are also available.
216-241-7225
fax 216-241-4103
www.telos-systems.com
info@telos-systems.com
IBOC/DRM transmitters
Nautel
Booth L 2323
ND1d to XL60d
A new generation of solid-state AM transmitters with power levels from 1kW to 60kW. Compatible with the Digital Radio Mondiale (DRM) and
Ibiquity IBOC digital transmission systems. The interphase pulse
duration modulator employs an ultra-linear extended-band filter. The
phase and amplitude linearity of these transmitters provide high
symbol-to-noise ratio when transmitting the digitally encoded signal.
The ND1d/ND5d and XL12d/XL60d transmitters provide direct interface
with the new NE IBOC Digital Exciter produced by Nautel under license
from iBiquity Digital Corporation.
207-947-8200
fax 207-947-3693
www.nautel.com
info@nautel.com
Database management
Netia Digital Audio
Booth L 1932
DBShare
A powerful automatic database access management device that
centralizes all connections, meaning that however many workstations
connect to the server, DBShare remains the only link between them and
the database, lessening traffic with the server. The system secures
data redundantly by feeding main and backup databases, automatically
restored failed databases and is a statistical analysis tool, providing
centralizes all connections, meaning that however many workstations
connect to the server, DBShare remains the only link between them and
the database. The role of this new device is to optimize connection and
lessen much of the traffic with the server.
973-364-7511
fax 973-364-7522
www.netia.fr
Digital matrix mixer
Gentner/Clear One
Booth L 13760
PSR1212
A highly-advanced 12×12 digital matrix mixer with audio processing. The PSR1212 uses an internal macro language and 32
user-definable presets to adapt to a variety of sound reinforcement and
room-combining applications in auditoriums, stadiums, theatres,
gymnasiums, hotel/convention centers, conference rooms, training rooms
and boardrooms. The PSR1212 facilitates local and remote PC setup and
diagnostics, logic outputs, and gated microphone operation. Microphone
inputs can be individually customized to gate on and off as you wish,
while automatic gain control keeps the overall sound level consistent.
Input channels 1 through 8 can be configured as an automatic microphone
mixer. The Expansion Bus network architecture allows up to eight
PSR1212s and up to 96 inputs, 96 outputs, and 64 microphones to be
controlled as if part of a single unit.
800-945-7730
fax 801-977-0087
www.gentner.com
bcastinfo@gentner.com
Audio processor
IDT ImpactDevelopment
Booth L 1963
Digital Link Driver
Audio leveler for any stereo feed. It has an AGC and a protection limiter. Accepts analog and digital signal from 32- to 96kHz and has
the necessary algorithms to be totally compatible with a DVP.
+33 472 18 19 20
fax +33 472 18 19 21
www.idt-fr.com
mail@idt-fr.com
Microphones
Audio-Technica
Booth L 2115
30 Series
Three models comprise the 30 Series: the AT3035 large-diaphragm side-address cardioid condenser microphone, and the AT3031 cardioid and
AT3032 omnidirectional small-diaphragm condenser microphones. The
AT3035 has a fixed cardioid polar pattern and features a flat, extended
frequency response (20Hz to 20kHz); SPL handling capability of 148dB
(158dB with the 10dB pad); and an element yielding low self-noise (12dB
SPL). The AT3035 requires 11-52V phantom power and has a switchable
low-frequency roll-off (at 80Hz, 12dB/octave). The AT3031 cardioid
condenser and AT3032 omni condenser microphones offer a frequency
response of 30Hz to 20kHz; SPL handling capability as high as
148dB(158dB with the10dB pad); 48V phantom power operation; and a
switchable roll-off (at 80Hz, 12dB/octave).
330-686-2600
fax 330-686-0719www.audio-technica.com
pro@atus.com
Rules service
Rules Service Company
Booth L 1928
FCC Rules on CD-Rom
All the broadcast-relevant FCC rules are available in various packages are available. CD-Rom provides a searchable method of
verifying station compliance in an easy-to-transport package.
301-424-9402
fax 301-762-7853
www.ruleserv.com
ruleone@starpower.net
Windows-based transmitter monitor
BurkTechnology
Booth L 1923
AutoPilot 2
Using an intuitive Windows-based interface, AutoPilot 2 is enables stations to monitor and control multiple Burk ARC-16 transmitter remote
control systems. The new version is a complete redesign of the original
AutoPilot for Windows and boasts many usability and reliability
improvements. AutoPilot 2 can monitor and control a virtually unlimited
number of transmission sites from a single PC and create logs to record
all activity. Each ARC-16-controlled site can be accessed by clicking
on a tab on the main screen, providing a meter view for all 16
channels. ARC-16s are easily configured with AutoPilot 2's step-by-step
setup wizard. Features powerful scripting technology for automation and
unattended control. A wizard enables the simple creation of routine
scripts. Scripts can also be customized or created from scratch using
AutoPilot 2's Visual BASIC Script (VBScript) editing capability.
800-255-8090
fax 978-486-0081
www.burk.com
control@burk.com
Multichannel transceiver
Audio Processing Technology
Booth L 3243
E1/T1
Offers end users a cost-effective, low-delay, high audio-resolution alternative to existing technologies. The E1/T1 is based around APT's
WorldNet codec range and its introduction supplies broadcasters with a
feature-rich product that offers a 5ms delay end to end. The E1/T1 also
features full duplex (bi-directional), analog and AES/EBU inputs and
outputs, 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz sampling frequencies, 3.1 sample-rate
converter, ISDN back up, alarm ports, RS-232 and remote control I/Os
and 16-, 20- and 24-bit audio resolution.44.1kHz, 48kHz sampling
frequencies, 3.1 sample-rate converter, ISDN back up, alarm ports,
RS-232 and remote control inputs and outputs and 16-, 20- and 24-bit
audio resolution.
323-463-2963
fax 323-463-8878
www.aptx.com
aptmarketing@aptx.com
24-pair cable
GepcoInternational
Booth L 4929
552624GFC
Features an exacting 110V impedance, low jitter and attenuation, ease of termination, and flexibility. Pair construction consists of two
stranded 26-gage conductors, foam polypropylene insulation, 100 percent
foil shield with drain wire, and a color coded and alphanumerically
numbered PVC jacket. In addition, each pair also features a
non-conductive polyethylene rod that maintains the impedance, lowers
the capacitance, and provides structural integrity. The outer jacket is
extruded from Gepco's extra-flexible GEP-FLEX compound, which remains
extremely flexible in both high or low temperature environments and
provides superior abrasion resistance and durability.
800-966-0069
fax 847-795-8770
www.gepco.com
gepco@gepco.com
System and file enhancements
PristineSystems
Booth L 3255
RapidFire updates
Four upgrades to the RapidFire system. The Audio File Manager utility was designed for the Windows user to transfer and delete audio
files from several workstations (on-air and production) at the same
time with a few clicks of the mouse, eliminating the chore of
single-file deletion. Rapid.ini wizard is a friendly user interface
with easy-to-use menus that can be accessed with a mouse or keyboard.
The wizard will assist the user to modify the many different settings
for RapidFire. The user interface was created to help the user feel
more comfortable in making changes and help reduce the possibility of
errors. RapidFire AutoBreaks and Liners wizard will assist Windows
users with customizing AutoBreaks and Liners formats for each hour of
the day based on the station's format. Helps in scheduling end-of-hour
and time-critical AutoBreaks for joining a satellite feed, playing
back-to-back music, running a live show or any combination of the three
Audio Drops Manager facilitates the process for the Windows users in
creating and managing jock profiles for unique Audio Drop presets. Each
DJ profile can store up to 90 audio drops for each of the 12 DJ
profiles, for instant-play back from the RapidFire main screen.
310-831-2234
fax 310-831-6287
www.pristinesys.com
sales@pristinesys.com
Digital monitor
ATI
Booth L11435
DM200
Accepts loop-thru AES/EBU digital audio data via 110V XLR, 75V BNC and RCA connectors. A 24-bit, 96kHz D/A converter feeds stereo
headphone drivers, balanced audio line outputs and a stereo LED meter.
Input sample rates of 32, 44.1, 48, 82.2 and 96kHz are decoded and
indicated with a front-panel display. A data VALID light indicates that
there have been no data or transmission errors. Bright, stereo, two
color LED meters are switchable to the D/A converter output and
indicate headroom down from 0dBFS (the digital maximum output of the
D/A) in ten 3dB steps. The meters also read the balanced line output
level with 0dB midscale equal to +4dBm output. Display ballistics are
PPM for optimum indication of audible peaks.
800-959-0307
fax 301-776-8117
www.atiguys.com
sam@atiguys.com
Remote pick-up
Energy-Onix
Booth L 3322
Roadcaster
Any of the assigned FCC frequencies for broadcasters in the 150-170MHz range as well as the 450-470MHz range can be selected from
its front-panel display. The transmitter produces an output power of
45W and this system has less than one percent distortion over the
frequency range of 30Hz to 7.5kHz. Available in both a portable and a
rack version. As an option, the transmitter and receiver can be
packaged together in one portable case to provide duplex
operation.
888-324-6649
fax 518-758-1476
www.energy-onix.com
energy-onix@energy-onix.com
Unattended ISDN codec recorder
AudioTX
Booth L 3205
Audio TX Capture
At present, when news reports, commercials or pre-produced audio are sent to a radio station over ISDN, someone has to be present in the
studio and take the feed. With AudioTX Capture, the sender just dials
the ISDN number of the Capture system with their current ISDN codec and
it answers with a polite greeting before recording the audio digitally.
The audio is then stored in an on-screen inbox or can even be instantly
e-mailed to one or more people in the organization or copied to a
location on the network. The software installs on a standard Windows PC
and answers calls from virtually any ISDN codec directly and then
records the audio received to disk. Audio can be recorded in MP2, MP3
or broadcast WAV formats suitable for import directly into most audio
editors and playout systems. These files can also be played back in
Capture or using Windows Media Player.
+44 121 248 0200
fax +44 121 256 5109
www.audiotx.com
sales@audiotx.com
Antenna system
Shively Labs
Booth L 3004
IAD-FM
Cost-effective antenna for low-power IBOC conversion aimed at Class A and similar power stations. Produces a digital IBOC signal using a
separate antenna, but without requiring additional aperture. Does not
require a 10dB coupler to inject signal onto the analog as is done with
high-level combining. This means the 90 percent loss to the digital
signal and the 10 percent loss to the analog signal is avoided.
Requires no additional tower space as the unit allows the digital
antenna to be mounted directly to the feedline of the existing
full-wave spaced antenna. Will not affect the tuning of the existing
analog antenna.
888 SHIVELY
fax 207-647-8273
www.shively.com
sales@shively.com
Portable CD recorder
Superscope/Marantz
CDR300
Designed for stand-alone portable recording, this professional CD recorder offers the functionality of a professional tape recorder,
while recording directly to blank CD-R/RW media. Once finalized,
recorded discs will play back in virtually any CD player. For live
recording, an internal mic is included, or external mic attach to
stereo XLR or mic/line inputs. A built-in speaker and headphone jack
allows recordings to be monitored. High and low EQ and high- and
bandpass filtering can be independently adjusted for each mic/line
input in the preset menu. 48V phantom power is available for condenser
microphones. The unit also provides manual or automatic level control,
limiter, and digital level meters. Track titles can be added using
CD-Text. RCA analog and digital S/PDIF I/O is provided on the rear
panel. A four-pin DC power input enables the CDR300 to be used with
external gel-cell battery packs.
630-820-4800
fax 630-820-8103
www.superscope-marantzpro.com
Multiple processor system
TCElectronic
Booth L 3343
DB-8
Keep production simple and fast using the stereo up-convert facility of DB-8. Disable up-conversion when transmitting, leaving only loudness
control and limiting in the signal path. The 48-bit processing of DB-8
ensures pristine audio quality under all conditions. DB-8 features true
loudness and ultiband processing, consistent level control across
programs and maximum speech intelligibility. The unit offers 8x mono,
4x stereo and 5.1 combinations, and format conversion and flexible
routing. The DB-8 allows intersample accurate limiting for maximum
sound quality from compression codecs. In addition, DB-8 offers silent
update delay adjustments in combination with other processing.
805-373-1828
fax 805-379-2648
www.tcelectronic.com
info@tcelectronic.com
Systems upgrades
Jutel
Booth L20515
RadioMan 4.4
New features to be shown include a Web publishing tool to make all material available online, wide character support for languages
requiring wide character sets, a Remote-Controlled On-Air Workstation
module set up on any standard RadioMan 4.4 Program Planning
workstation. On-Air clocks can be followed without direct control to
On-Air, and Newsroom Type Template Management to manage the program
templates as well as the daily programs with the same tool, called
Line-Up Toolbox. There also are new status indicators both for running
orders and for audio items.
+358-8-551 4801
fax +358-8-551 4810
www.radioman.fi
sales@radioman.fi
Internet radio product
Loudeye (formerly encoding.com)
Loudeye Radio
Combines custom programming, syndication and ad insertion into a single package. Provides e-tailers, portals and terrestrial radio
stations with a custom-branded Internet radio application, delivered as
a complete hosted service designed to extend a company's brand and
create new sources of revenue. Loudeye Radio adapts proven elements
from the terrestrial radio model and enhances them with Internet-only
capabilities. Loudeye Radio also provides custom music programming and
entertaining radio personalities; ad insertion and verification, an
experienced radio sales team to sell ad inventory and generate
incremental revenue; a customized, private-labeled radio player with a
call-to-action button to fully extend brand and drive simultaneous
point-of-purchase opportunities; and a syndication engine to broaden
audience reach.
206-832-4000
fax 206-832-4001
www.loudeye.com
info@loudeye.com
Microphones
Sabine
Booth L 2903
SWM-5000 series
Available in one- and two-channel models, these mics include Sabine's built-in Targeted Input Processing: the FBX Feedback
Exterminator, a compressor/limiter and an intelligent de-esser. Also
included is Mic SuperModeling. A touch of the front panel dial brings
up a choice of several well-known dynamic or condenser mic elements. In
addition to the added processing, the SWM-5000 series allows users to
save and recall up to 10 presets per channel on the receiver. All front
panel information is saved in each preset, so custom settings can be
retrieved for fast setups, or even on-the-fly changes during the
program. Series 5000 systems are available with handheld, lavalier, or
headset microphones.
800-626-7394
fax 904-418-2001
www.sabine.com
sabine@sabine.com
Broadcast monitors
Belar
Booth L 2723
AMMA-2
The most recent addition to Belar's line of Wizard broadcast monitors offers high performance, along with full PC-based remote
indication and control. Special metering algorithms set at the front
panel allow the AMMA-2 to monitor either conventional AM or
controlled-carrier transmissions with unprecedented accuracy. The
DSP-based monitor operates over both the medium and short-wave bands
with harmonic and IM distortion residuals below 0.1 percent at all
carrier frequencies, right up to 99 percent modulation.
610-687-5550
fax 610-687-2686
www.belar.com
sales@belar.com>hr?
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