Broadcast Sound Technology Update

Broadcast Sound
Technology Update
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Autumn 2012
Powerful
audio mixing
with broadcast specific features
DiGiCo’s digital broadcast consoles put the power and
flexibility of their innovative console architecture and
advanced software into the hands of broadcast engineers.
Designed and manufactured in the UK, DiGiCo consoles are
known for their sound quality, ease of use, reliability and
processing power, and offer a variety of options that are very
appealing to audio engineers working in radio, TV and OB
production environments.
See the full range of Digico broadcast consoles on page 6
Perfect interview recordings at
the push of a button
If you’re serious about sound,
get serious about your cables
Yellowtec develops intuitive solutions that transform complexity into
usability. The iXm Digital Recording Microphone was designed as an allin-one tool for reporters in the field, featuring built-in auto levelling, an
SD card slot and a selection of optional microphone capsules with a
choice of polar patterns.
Mogami has earned a reputation as the cable of
professionals, with a product range that
encompasses microphone, speaker, guitar,
coaxial, video and digital interfacing cables,
along with analogue and digital snakes.
Find out more
on page 10
Check out our portable recorder
roundup on page 8
CABLE FOR LIFE
The latest tools for digital audio
and loudness metering,
measurement and correction.
See page 4
SI
SINGAPORE N GA
CALLING
A major leap in sound and speed
for audio post and music
production professionals.
See page 2
Live Link Jr. provides all the
resources needed for a singlecamera live event.
See page 11
A selection of premium
microphones for film, television,
sports and outdoor broadcasting.
See page 8
UB MADI delivers up to 48
simultaneous channels of MADI I/O
(full-duplex) via a USB 2.0 port.
See page 7
Sound support from the UK’s
biggest AVID reseller
Pro Tools 10
Pro Tools 10 introduces several new tools and timesaving workflows by
providing a 32-bit floating point file format for high resolution sound when
recording and mixing. New features like Clip Gain, improved disk cache and
real-time fades, four times more Automatic Delay Compensation for bigger
mixes and more plug-ins, AudioSuite Improvements, and the Avid channel
Strip plugin make mixing and tracking audio easier and faster than ever.
Over 50 new features are offered by Pro Tools 10 to provide better
performance, even on network-attached or slow local drives, with disk
handling improvements and real-time fades, more flexibility and 24-hour
timeline capability when transferring multiple projects into a single timeline.
Pro Tools HDX
As the UK’s leading professional reseller of Avid Pro Tools systems,
many of the UK’s leading broadcasters and post production facilities
have already chosen to work with HHB and Scrub in planning and
implementing their new installations and upgrades to Pro Tools 10 and
HDX hardware. HHB and Scrub offer consultation, sales, installation,
training and after-sales support for Pro Tools
with a dedicated office in Soho specialising in
audio for post production.
Facilities focus
Pro Tools control
at your fingertips
ICON and Euphonix digital
control surfaces are the top
choice of professional Pro Tools
mixers worldwide for their
unparalleled Pro Tools
integration and extended
functionality, with Eucon control
maximising mixing efficiency.
D-Command ES
The Farm Group
“Our daily workflow has benefitted greatly from the significant new features
and speed of the new Pro Tools HDX systems. We have been working with
Scrub for many years and they always provide a high level of support that we
have grown to regard as standard procedure.”
The compact D-Command offers up to
40 faders of DAW control for recording,
editing, routing, mixing, plug-ins,
automation, recall, and other functions
and fits nicely in small to midsize
studios. Its dedicated centre section also
provides tactile control of EQ and
Dynamics.
Anthony Kirkland, The Farm Group
Picture Production Company
Pro Tools HDX enables bigger, more complex productions with solid performance
and stability by providing DSP-accelerated hardware that delivers up to 5x more
DSP per card, and up to 4x the track counts and 2x the I/O than Pro Tools HD
Accel. Up to 64 channels of I/O per card is provided.
More headroom is also offered with Pro Tools|HDX, which enables a dramatic
improvement in recording and mixing audio quality with over 1,000 dB additional
headroom and higher resolution sound due to the new floating-point architecture.
“Scrub is always our first point of call for Pro Tools technical support or sales
guidance because they are extremely knowledgeable on the subject. We have
worked with Scrub for many years and we’re so confident in their services
that we had the new systems installed during some down time in the middle
of a working week.”
Nick Tipping, Picture Production Company
The Lab
“Our mission is to equip the finest talent with the best tools for the job. Pro
Tools and ICON are state of the art in audio technology. The guys at Scrub
know their products inside out, providing the perfect package of advice and
technical support.”
The latest plug-ins for precise control and processing
D-Control ES
D-Control offers up to 80
physical faders/channel strips via
optional 16-channel Fader Modules with
a dedicated centre section, per-channel
control over all processing functions and
routing, global automation capabilities,
and full studio and control room
monitoring and communications
facilities.
Luiza Cruz-Flade, The LAB
Up 4 Loud
“I contacted HHB without much knowledge of what I needed for my Pro Tools
10 and HDX upgrade and they were very helpful by developing a straight
course of action. HHB is a great and friendly company that I trust and know.”
Cedar DNS 1
A Dialogue Noise
Suppression plug-in used to
clean up noisy dialogue,
suppress ambient noise,
revitalise sound effects, and
enhance speech. It provides
control over 100s of
channels of DNS and is also
fully integrated with Pro
Tools automation and
hardware control surfaces
such as the ICON D-Control
and D-Command.
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Soundminer HD Plus
Soundminer is a powerful
audio file and sound effects
database management
application. The HD Plus
version provides the same
high-quality tools as
SoundMiner v4, including
the advanced Boolean
search engine and Metadata
support, and adds additional
DAW specific transferring
options, a new 3D graphical
LaunchPad view and live
filter searching.
Neyrinck SoundCode
Stereo LtRt
SoundCode Stereo LtRt is a
Pro Tools plug-in designed
to monitor or deliver stereo
downmixed and LtRt
encoded audio compatible
with Pro Logic I /II matrix
encoders. It operates in
TDM/RTAS/Audiosuite,
features built-in brick wall
limiting, and can be
upgraded from the Avid
Complete Production Toolkit.
Audioease
Speakerphone 2
Speakerphone features
authentic speakers of any
size together with their
natural environments. Up to
400 speaker impulse
responses and a host of
microphones, Altiverb rooms
and outdoor spaces, sound
FX and DSP modules are
offered in more than 500
presets.
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Sonnox Oxford
Sonnox offers a
comprehensive collection of
powerful Oxford plug-ins that
provides high-quality
processing and precision
control. Sonnox Broadcast
and Post Production bundles
offer a variety of versatile
plug-ins designed to
dramatically improve the
quality of virtually any
programme, along with the
classic Oxford EQ, Dynamics
and Reverb.
IZotope Rx 2
iZotope RX 2 is an audio
restoration plug-in bundle,
enabling you to remove
noise, hiss, buzz and hum,
eliminate clicks and crackle,
restore clipped audio,
visually select and suppress
unwanted sounds,
resynthesize missing audio
and much more.
Alan Snelling, Up 4 Loud
ITV London
“After a thorough review of TLS post sound requirements, we chose Pro Tools
as our preferred system for future upgrades, such as that undertaken at
Sound Dubbing 4. Having worked with Scrub in the past, it was an easy
decision to choose them to supply and commission the new ICON console.
Working with Scrub is always a pleasant and smooth experience.”
Phil Graham, ITV London Studios
HHB: +44 (0) 20 8962 5000
[email protected]
Euphonix
System 5-MC
The System 5-MC serves as
a total workstation surface
with the responsive tactile control
and visual feedback you would expect
from a high-end mixing console. It
allows the expansion from 8 to 48
System 5 channel strips, each with 8touch sensitive knobs and a motorised
fader complemented by an MC Pro
central edit/control module, complete
surround monitoring section, and
integrated management of multiple
computer systems and their
applications.
Scrub: +44 (0) 20 7025 6020
[email protected]
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Loudness control and
metering on every level
The control of loudness has become a serious issue in digital TV and multiple platform
broadcast around the world. As such, the European Broadcast Union established a
working party many years ago to determine ways of assessing loudness to address the
use of disparate reference levels. This research culminated in the publication of
recommendation ITU-R BS.1770-2 ‘Algorithms to measure audio programme loudness
and true peak audio level.’ The result is a definition of a reliable objective measurement
of the subjective programme loudness, allowing material from varying sources to be
compared impartially and the loudness matched with a high degree of consistency. In
addition, the EBU issued the R128 recommendation guideline to define ‘Loudness
normalisation and permitted maximum level of audio signals.’
In the UK, the Digital Production Partnership (DPP), an initiative formed by the BBC, ITV,
C4, Sky, Channel Five, S4C and UKTV to help producers and broadcasters maximise the
potential benefits of digital production, has agreed a common file format for file-based
delivery of programmes, which includes conformity of stereo and 5.1 track layout and
adherence to the EBU R128 Loudness standard. This new DPP technical standard has
important implications for facilities providing finished programmes and content to
broadcasters, specifically in reference to the loudness monitoring and metering of
such content.
As these and other loudness standards gain traction in the UK and Europe those in the
media supply chain are adopting a mix of hardware and software technologies for both
linear and non-linear environments. HHB has a comprehensive selection of products that
enable audio professionals involved in OB and live production, post production, playout
and archive to integrate these new standards into their workflow.
RTW TM3
TC Electronic LM6 Radar
Loudness Meter
TC Electronic TouchMonitor
TM9
LM6 features mono, stereo or 5.1
metering for most major DAWs.
Loudness history is displayed in a
single, easy-to-read, radar-like view
and each revolution can span from one
minute to 24 hours.
The TouchMonitor TM9 is a standalone audio and loudness meter
solution featuring a 9" touchscreen
with highly flexible layout options and
an array of software choices,
including the Surround Sound
Analyser, multichannel Real-Time
Analyser, Loudness and SPL,
Premium PPM and Vectorscope, and
the high resolution Radar Display for
momentary values and history,
enhanced with numerical display of
measuring time and loudness range.
The LM6 employs a fully synchronous,
high-headroom design in order to also
display true-peak warnings and truepeak bar graphs correctly; and it
conforms to all of the major broadcast
standards. It is also available in Audio
Units, VST, AAX, AudioSuite and RTAS
plug-in formats.
The TM3 Touch Monitor is designed
with a 4.3-inch touchscreen that allows
for horizontal and vertical placement.
The TM3 is compact and controlled
using a touch-sensitive display. In
addition to PPM and true-peak
instruments, the TM3 offers
comprehensive loudness metering in
compliance with all globally relevant
standards: EBU R128, ITU BS.17702/1771, ATSC A/85, and ARIB. The
basic version handles analogue and
digital stereo audio while the 5.1 option
supports 6-channel digital inputs.
DK Technologies DK1, DK2
DK-Technologies’ Stereo, Multichannel
and Loudness Meters are a compact
and cost-efficient option for accurate
metering and measurement of
loudness, stereo and 5.1 audio signals,
with advanced metering options like the
Surround Starfish Display and the new
Moving Coil Meter Emulation. Choose
between the DK1 Compact Stereo and
Loudness Meter or the DK2 Compact
5.1 Surround and Loudness Meter.
TC Electronic LM2 Precision Loudness and True Peak Meter
LM2 provides a stereo loudness and true-peak level meter with a font panel display that
lets you measure, correct and convert audio to comply with broadcast standards. It
displays EBU R128 and ATSC A/85 loudness values and has a 24-hour logging
capability. It can also be used as a standards-compliant gain normaliser with true-peak
limiting. Also available as a plug-in for all major DAWs.
Loudness measurement and correction
Junger C8000 System
Junger T*AP
A modular digital audio system
comprising DSP-based audio
processors together with a wide range
of I/O options for multichannel
loudness control, channel shuffling,
multichannel delay, 5.1 upmixing and
Dolby D, D+ and E encoding and/or
decoding.
The T*AP is an 8-channel Television
Audio Processor that incorporates the
established Level Magic adaptive
loudness algorithm and the Spectral
Signature dynamic EQ to provide
greater consistency of audio across
multiple programme sources for
loudness management.
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TC Electronic DB-4/8
Transmission Processor
TC Electronic DB2 Loudness
Consistency Processor
Dolby Media Meter 2
plug-in
Minnetonka Audio
Tools Server plug-in
Nugen LMB Loudness
Batch Processor plug-in
Nugen LM-Correct
Audiosuite plug-in
Both the DB units provide real-time
loudness control and format conversion
of analogue and digital feeds together
with loudness, format, peak and timing
control. DB-4 includes the same
processing and I/O capabilities as DB8, except for holding two or three
separate processors, instead of the
four inside the DB-8.
The smallest DB unit, DB2 offers a
wide variety of connection options for
loudness correction for dual mono or
stereo operation in MPEG, AAC, AC3 or
linear audio transmission and linking.
A software tool that measures
loudness in programming for
broadcast, packaged media,
cinema trailers, VOD, and
games featuring Dialogue
Intelligence technology,
adapted from the Dolby
DP600 Program Optimizer.
AudioTools provides an
enterprise software system for
file - based workflows that is
designed to measure and
correct loudness in linear
PCM, Dolby E, Dolby Digital,
and Dolby Digital Plus content,
as well as the audio essence
in MXF and QuickTime clips.
Supporting multiple format
audio and video, LMB can
batch analyse and
automatically correct to
LKFS/LUFS and true peak
criteria with a simple drag and
drop interface and 'hot folder'
facility. LMB features an
integrated loudness correction
and true-peak limiter.
A loudness correction plug-in
for Avid Audiosuite providing
real-time loudness meters,
loudness consistency
monitoring and automatic
correction to international
loudness standards to
eliminate loudness jumps.
Compatible with mono
through 5.1.
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Nugen VisLM-H
Loudness Metering
plug-in
With detailed, objective
loudness measurement,
history and logging facilities,
the VisLM-H plugin provides a
simple, ITU, ATSC and EBU
standard compliant way to
measure, compare and
contrast loudness.
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Digital mixing with
an analogue feel
As a supplier of innovative professional broadcast audio equipment to the UK’s biggest broadcasters and
systems integrators for over 36 years, HHB is relied upon by the industry to find the latest technology that fits
the demands of the music production, TV, radio and OB markets. Recently named DiGiCo’s UK Broadcast Dealer,
HHB has a variety of choices for state-of-the art mixing.
Studer OnAir 1500
Designed as a flexible hybrid solution for radio broadcasting
and production, the OnAir 1500 is a cost-effective digital
mixing system that provides flexible I/O options in a 12 or
6-fader format with integrated USB playback and record
functions. Full channel processing, a comprehensive
monitoring and talkback section and clear OLED channel
displays are provided on an intuitive user interface.
DiGiCo’s consoles are praised by engineers the world over for
their intuitive, analogue feel and easy-to-use GUI. Unique
features such as large TFT LCD touchscreens, 96kHz sample
rates and Stealth Digital Processing and Super FPGA, built-in
MADI (standard for all consoles), Mix-minus output per
channel, models that range from 32 mono or stereo channels
up to 256 processing channels, with input 'Flexi' channel
and multichannel inputs make DiGiCo’s broadcast mixers a
cost-effective solution with enough busses to cope with the
most demanding broadcast applications.
Fuse FM
HHB Communications has supplied Fuse FM, the University of Manchester Students’ Union radio
station, with two Studer OnAir 1500 audio mixers as part of the relocation and upgrade of its studios.
Fuse Studio Manager James Sandford commented: “The Studer OnAir is not only an excellent piece of
advanced broadcasting equipment, but its intuitive layout will make it easy for our students to
strengthen their skills in broadcast audio. We are very pleased to be able to offer our students a stateof-the-art digital broadcast facility, providing them with the skills that can be useful in their future
careers. HHB was integral in helping us choose the mixer that best fit our needs.”
MADI
MADI is still the professional industry standard for digital audio distribution of up to 64 channels of audio via a single cable. HHB offers a
selection of MADI-based products to suit the ever increasing demand for greater numbers of audio channels in large-scale productions.
DiGiCo SD9
DiGiCo SD10
DiGiCo SD11
RME MADI Bridge
A patchbay, distributor, signal buffer and input selector with 6 coaxial (BNC) and 2
optical in and output pairs that allows up to 16 devices to be interconnected. An
intuitive and easy to navigate user interface makes MADI Bridge easy to understand
and operate while integrated equalising and highly sensitive input stages allow the use
of coaxial cable lengths of up to 100 m - even between several devices.
Range overview
SD11/B
SD9
SD10/B
SD7/B
32 Flexi*
48 Flexi*
96 channels, 12 Flexi*
253
39
47
71
160
12 Flexi* (Full processing**)
16 Flexi* (Full processing**)
48 Flexi* (Full processing**)
128 (Full processing**) (inc 2x solo buss)
8x8 (Full processing**)
12x8 (Full processing**)
16x16 (Full processing**)
32x32 (Full processing**)
2
2
2
2
Max no inputs - 2 consoles on optic loop
N/A
N/A
632
752
Max no ouputs
122
180
576
696
No of faders
12
24
37
52 (plus 48 if used with 2x EX007)
Insert points/channel
1
1
2
2
Onboard FX
6
8
16
48
1x Port
1x Port
2x Redundant ports
4x Redundant ports
Max input Processing Channels
Max Buss Count
Max aux/sub-group busses
Matrix (in addition to aux/sub-group)
Solo busses
MADI connectivity
DiGiCo UB-MADI USB 2.0 connector
Get up to 48 simultaneous channels of MADI
I/O (full-duplex) in and out of a PC or Mac via
a USB 2.0 port. UB MADI is bus-powered and
can transport signals over 100m of cable.
UB-MADI’s highly tuned USB processor and
driver provide industry-leading low latencies
over USB 2.0. It can receive the first 48
channels of any AES10-compliant MADI
stream, as well as coaxial AES3 (AES/EBU)
stereo audio.
Direct Out Technolgies Andiamo
Andiamo is a MADI AD/DA converter that offers simultaneous conversion of up to 32
audio channels from analogue to digital and digital to analogue in a 1U rack unit. A
routing matrix enables simultaneous audio conversion from any input port to any
output port, including analogue to MADI and MADI to AES. Two units may be cascaded
to extend the number of channels for conversion. The Andiamo 2 is equipped with an
additional second MADI port.
*Flexi = Configurable Mono or Stereo without the loss of any resources.
**Full Processing = Includes 4 or 8 Band EQ, HP/LP Filters @24dB Per octave, Compresser and gate.
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SoundField
X-1 5.1 to Stereo Up/Downmixer
The ultimate tools for stereo and multichannel
surround recording
DSF2 Digital Broadcast Microphone System
Simultaneously provides both the surround and stereo
soundscape at large scale outside broadcast events.
Multi-channel audio is generated from a single point
source that is completely phase coherent, thus
allowing the surround audio signals to be converted to
stereo or mono for TV and radio feeds without losing
information, or causing frequency imbalances or phase problems.
SHOTGUN MICS THAT
REALLY GO THE DISTANCE
NTG1
A lightweight condenser
shotgun microphone
with a full frequency
response and low noise
sensitivity. Its lightweight
body makes it an ideal
boom microphone.
NTG2
The NTG2 is a
multipowered condenser
shotgun microphone
that operates either
from an AA (1.5V)
battery or P48 phantom
power.
NTG3
RF Bias condenser
microphone that exhibits
optmised audio quality
with a rich warm sound
and a full frequency
response. Its RF bias
technology makes it
highly resistant to
moisture.
NTG8
A long shotgun microphone
featuring low self-noise,
natural sound without
colouration both on and off-axis,
and RF bias technology to ensure
that it works perfectly in high
humidity environments.
From compact monitors for project studios to 5.1 systems with DSP, HHB’s loudspeaker range contains a variety of
powerful and cost-effective solutions
Genelec DSP Independent control
for the most
demanding
applications
Pin Mic
A discreet lavalier/lapel microphone with an
omnidirectional mic capsule and an
innovative pin-through design that is not only
easier to conceal than a traditional lapel
microphone, but provides greater mounting
versatility.
HS1-B Headset Microphone
An ergonomically designed mic that includes
three axes of mechanical adjustment, and
uses an omnidirectional mic capsule, ultra
lightweight tube arm and headband. Choose
from either black or pink models.
The X-1 is equipped with a full complement of AES digital inputs and outputs
on BNC, and all metadata set up parameters of both the upmix and downmix
processes are accessible via either USB or Ethernet through a dedicated
PC application.
Loudspeakers
RØDE lapel and headset microphones
Lavalier Microphone
A lavalier/lapel microphone featuring an
omni-directional mic capsule connected via
a 1.2m (4') shielded, detachable Kevlar
reinforced cable that has been tested up to
10kg. The mic’s design ensures low handling
noise and moisture resistance.
The X-1 is a new innovative tool for 5.1 to stereo Upmix and Downmix
transmission, featuring the same highly regarded Upmix algorithm used in
SoundField’s UPM-1. The X-1 has been designed to allow Upmix and
Downmix processes to run simultaneously while inserted on user
configurable input and output channels. It is also possible to insert the
Downmix process immediately after the Upmix process for Downmix quality
control purposes.
Genelec’s DSP loudspeaker line
consists of two-way models
8240A and 8250A and threeway models 8260A and
1238CF with matching DSP subwoofers. All of these
loudspeakers and subwoofers are equipped with integrated
DSP and the optional GLM Genelec Loudspeaker Manager,
which provide control of all system parameters and detailed
acoustical alignment.
Dynaudio DBM-50
The new DBM-50 studio
monitor features a
unique front titled design
that allows for perfect
desktop positioning. A
custom wave guide has
also been designed
around its tweeter to
provide the perfect near
field sweet-spot. Featuring a 1-inch high resolution soft
dome tweeter, 7.5-inch woofer and 2 channel 50 watt RMS
power amplifier, DBM-50 provides 117dB SPL Peak power
and a frequency response from 46Hz to 21kHz.
ATC SCM25
The SCM25 is high-performance, no compromise 3-Way
Active Monitor with a 1-inch soft dome tweeter, 2-inch mid
driver and 7-inch carbon-paper cone bass driver. An
onboard 235W class A/B three-channel amplifier delivers a
maximum output of 109db (SPL @ 1m).
High-quality recording anywhere from HHB’s comprehensive selection of portables
Yellowtec iXm Digital Recording Microphone
Designed as an all-in-one handheld recorder, the iXm features an SD card slot that
accepts standard SD or SDHC memory cards and stores files as WAV, BWF or MP2.
Ideal for reporters in the field, iXm provides perfect auto levelling for consistent input
volume while recording and is available with various interchangeable mic capsules with
a choice of omnidirectional, cardioid and supercardioid pick up patterns.
iXm’s buttons are large and rugged and
produce no handling noise when recording.
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A unique dual power concept offers a total
operation time of up to 16 hrs. It comes
with a built in, rechargeable li-on battery
and features a redundant battery
compartment for three standard AA cells.
iXm features an SD
card slot that accepts
standard SD or SDHC
memory cards and
stores files as WAV,
BWF or MP2.
Its port panel holds a USB 2.0 port for downloading recordings
or recharging the internal battery. Three intuitive indicators are
featured on the mic’s dashboard: Record Ready - Recording,
battery status and
memory status. A new
iPad application provides
sophisticated audio
editing features for iXm
users. iXm’s capsules
have been designed for
high speech intelligibility
and low handling noise
Omni, cardioid and supercardioid
pick up capsules are available.
sensitivity.
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Olympus LS-100
Olympus LS-5
Marantz PMD620
Sound Devices 788
A professional stereo, multi-track
PCM recorder perfectly suited for
music, production or broadcast
applications, the LS-100 is
equipped with a host of features,
including an XLR connection and
high-end directional microphones
with 90-degree stereo coverage,
while premium amplifier circuitry
captures full depth and accurate
audio imaging.
With linear PCM recording
capabilities and sampling rates of
up to 24bit/96kHz, the pocket-sized
LS-5 provides a built-in stereo
microphone with three record
modes, low-cut filter, five reverb
modes and captures WAV audio
files, WMA and MP3 to a 2Gb
internal solid-state drive
(expandable with additional
SD/SDHC cards).
A compact professional recorder
with two condenser mics, as well as
line and external mic inputs, the
PMD620 portable recorder offers
direct to MP3 recording in three
quality levels, in addition to CDquality WAV recording at 16 or 24bit resolution to an SD flash
memory card.
Built for hostile field environments,
the Sound Devices 788T-SSD
features a 256GB solid-state drive
that holds over 60 hours of
uncompressed 24-bit audio. It is
equipped with 8 mic inputs and
accommodates individual controls
and connectors for each of the 8
inputs, plus numerous I/O and
data connections.
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Rycote Portable
Recorder Kit
Protects a handheld digital recorder
from outdoor wind noise and
provides isolation from unwanted
vibrations. This kit features a 1/4inch to 3/8-inch swivel adaptor, a
professional windshield and a pistol
grip suspension that fits any
portable recorder with a 1/4-inch
female thread.
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Broadcast essentials
A roundup of the latest tools for improved workflow efficiency
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cables, and 9 x Digital 8-channel AES/EBU multicore cables.
CABLE FOR LIFE
Wohler AMP1-16-M
A compact, low-cost audio monitor used to select and monitor up to
16 audio channels from either of two 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs.
Adjustable volume and balance controls, clear display of levels, and
phase indications are displayed on bright 2.4” LED-backlit LCD.
Studio Technologies Live-Link Jr.
The compact Live Link Jr. Remote Camera Interface system supports
two paths of 3G Digital Video, two Mic/Line Inputs, Line/IFB Outputs,
and Party-Line Intercom. It can transport one SDI video signal in each
direction: camera-to-truck and truck-to-camera, and its two ‘mic/line’
inputs that are compatible with microphone or line-level signals with
an additional 2-channel intercom system.
Wohler DVM-2443 Video Monitor
The DVM-2443 is a broadcast-quality video monitor that can decode
and display MPEG-2 and MPEG-4, 3G/HD/SD SDI, analogue
composite and component video standards.
Studio Technologies Model 46 Dual 2 Wire to 4 Wire Interface
The Model 46 is designed to interface 2-wire full-duplex partyline
intercom circuits with 4-wire audio circuits associated with matrix
intercom systems. It provides two independent full-featured 2channel interfaces with software control.
Yellowtec - PUC2 Audio Interface
PUC2 is a high-definition USB Audio
interface that is compatible with Mac
and PC. It interconnects with digital
audio on AES3 (XLR) or with balanced
analogue audio (XLR). Analogue audio
can be set to various standard
operating levels up to 18 dBu
equivalent to full scale. It delivers up to
192 KHz @ 24 bit, with a dynamic
range of 105 dB and Zero Latency
Monitoring.
M!ka Mic Arms
The M!ka ‘On Air’ mic arms are sturdy aluminium
microphone stands with silk-matt anodised finish and bright
LED signalling (some models may vary). Available in XL, M
and XS sizes, its interior coil spring system supports
microphones up to 2 kg (4.5 lbs) with adjustable friction
joints. Wiring is hidden through tubes and joints with open
ended cable tails and a comprehensive range of mounting
strategies is available.
M!ka Monitor Arms
M!ka monitor arms are
offered in a variety of
lengths with a swivel head
for 105-degree horizontal
adjustment and adjustable
friction. They fix to an MMS
pole and feature QuickFix
for VESA 75/100 mounting.
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Broadcast Sound Technology Update
Studio Technologies – Model 400 SDI-Fibre Video Distribution
System
The Model 400 SDI-Fibre Video Distribution System is a highperformance, cost-effective, rack-mount solution for distributing digital
video signals over short to medium distances. The system is compatible
with all common broadcast serial digital video formats and is suitable
for use in remote trucks, fixed facilities and live-event video distribution
associated with broadcast applications. Eight Model 400 versions are
available, providing a wide range of input and output configurations.
Dolby DP568 Professional Reference Decoder
A 7.1 decoder that assists broadcasters in the adoption and
deployment of the latest Dolby audio codecs. It provides real-time
decoding of Dolby Digital Plus, Dolby Digital, HE AAC with Dolby
metadata, and Dolby Pro Logic IIx. Features such as secondary audio
bitstream mixing and 7.1 Dolby Digital Plus decoding and loudness
can easily be monitored using the DP568.
HHB: +44 (0) 20 8962 5000
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Wohler RMV16 Multiviewer
The Wohler multiviewers allow for complete mix and match of any
video standards to be displayed at any time, as well as complete
scaling and sizing of any display window with selectable OSD for audio
and video alarms. Designed to support up to 64 inputs of 3G/HD/SDSDI and analog composite signals with an intuitive GUI, RMV16 offers
I/O options including HDMI inputs, eight stereo analogue audio inputs
or one stereo analogue audio output/ LTC input.
Wohler Quad View Screen
The RMQ-230-3G23 is an LEDbacklight display with 4 autosensing 3G/HD/SD-SDI BNC
inputs with loop-thru, 1
composite video input, 1 HDMI
input, in-screen audio metering,
waveform, vectorscope, UMD,
and multi-display mode (quad,
large full-screen, or one large
and three small windows).
Scrub: +44 (0) 20 7025 6020
[email protected]
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