AEQ is back at Broadcast Asia with the latest developments 22/05/2024
AEQ will welcome Broadcast Asia attendees from May 29th to 31st at booth #612-8
On this occasion, the event will showcase well-established solutions such as the Audiocodec Phoenix Alio or the Olympia 3 commentary unit, but demos of the latest intercom innovations such as the TP9000 panels or Audiocodecs such as Solaris will also be available on request.
SOLARIS, MULTICODEC AUDIO GATEWAY
SOLARIS is a high-density multi-channel audiocodec. It can be purchased with 8 bi-directional stereo channels, and upgraded in groups of 8 channels, reaching up to 64 channels - all in a single 1U 19" rack form factor. Intended for multiple STL links, broadcasting companies and remote contributions.
AoIP-only local audio. Audio I/O is provided via Dante (AES-67 compatible) with the possibility to add redundancy using a second Ethernet port where required.
Audio encoding algorithms for all kind of uses, including legacy G.722 and G.711, plus uncompressed PCM audio (16 bit), state-of-the art OPUS in various flavours and optionally, under license, several MPEG-4 AAC modes plus apt-X. Communications can be established using SIP or RTP.
The unit can be remotely controlled using a Web interface allowing for complete configuration and operation of the unit, and a set of diagnostics tools are included, such as Syslog, SNMP, CPU load and memory usage, etc. Also, integration with ControlPhoenix (our suite for Phoenix family audiocodecs control and operation) is foreseen.
TP9000, INTERCOM USER PANELS WITH 4-WAY TOGGLE KEYS
For Crossnet intercom systems up to 190 ports and Conexia up to 1000 ports. The new 9000 series desktop and rack-mounted Intercom Panels, TP9116 and TP9416, as well as the expansion panel, EP9116. Based on 4-way levers with two functions per lever, as well as individual level adjustment on the key itself.
"Talk" and "Listen" functions and individual volume control for each communication point, via a 4-way lever-type key. 16 cross-stitch keys, four pages, manage up to 64 destinations or groups. The information is presented on four RGB graphic displays. With audio quality for Broadcast. A rack unit format.
Designed for the high level of broadcast audio quality of Conexia and CrossNET systems. IP connectivity that handles audio in DANTE™ or AES67 format and low bit rate voice. Acoustic echo cancellation, automatic leveling of voice power or tonality and voice-over habits of each operator. Acoustics carefully studied to achieve the best intelligibility and naturalness of sound.
OLYMPIA 3 SYSTEM, COMMENTARY SYSTEM FOR LARGE EVENTS
AEQ's OLYMPIA 3 Commentary Unit (CU) is a piece of equipment specifically designed to incorporate audio commentary into broadcasts. It can operate independently or as part of a Dante/AES67 AoIP multi-channel network.
Now, under the name of OLYMPIA3 SYSTEM, the software infrastructure has been created that allows the connection to matrices of the AoIP commentary system for large events, with multiple venues and multiple sports. The architecture can be distributed to improve flexibility and scalability, as one-sided services for larger sporting events are scheduled based on the contracting of circuits and equipment, which is done by the broadcasters who own the rights.
As a result of this design concept, a very flexible and scalable system has been created to cover the size and capacity of the AoIP Network - No specific or dedicated HW is required for the origin and destination of audio signals: any AES67 or Dante compatible device can service the Olympia 3.
OLYMPIA3 SYSTEM was first used in the summer of 2023 at the Asian Games and is being adapted to the needs of the world's biggest sporting event to be held this summer.
VENUS 4 & VENUS 4+, DUAL STATIONARY IP AUDIOCODEC full duplex stereo WITH SMARTALK REMOTE CONNECTION OPTION
With local analog, digital and AoIP Dante connectivity, VENUS 4 and VENUS 4+, stationary double IP audiocodecs, which correspond to the 4th generation of Phoenix Venus audiocodecs.
This new audiocodec for point-to-point or point-to-multipoint links stands out for having IP connectivity and two simultaneous bidirectional stereo transmissions with different formats and qualities. It also has SIP protocol and EBU N/ACIP standard, as well as OPUS algorithms, configuration help tools and remote control.
Carrier grade for reliable communications
Venus 4 comes in two hardware versions: one with a front control panel and one without. Both versions have analog inputs and outputs balanced by XLR connectors and dedicated connectors for AES/EBU digital I/O. Triple network port, dual RS232 auxiliary data link. Versions with redundant power supply, 48-volt DC power supplies, and local audio inputs and outputs over DANTE/AES 67 IP are available.
Smartalk Option
With Venus 4 and Venus 4+ you can activate the Smartalk option: Cloud audiocodec system with link generation and forwarding to the audiocodec. It allows the simple connection between a sporadic or regular participant in a program, from their PC, tablet or mobile phone, and the audiocodec of the studio, simply with a direct web link, sent by the station. Audio is sent bi-directionally in high-quality, low-delay stereo format with OPUS encoding. The presets of the Venus 4 and Venus 4+ audiocodecs allow you to easily switch from use to Smartalk or against an audiocodec.
XPEAK: MATRIX-free intercom system ready for remote production
XPEAK is an intercom system that supports up to 28 user terminals in a variety of form factors: desktop, rack, wired beltpack, wireless beltpack, and PC applications, which can be connected to each other with the greatest operational flexibility and without the need for a matrix.
Its wired user terminals have Bluetooth and USB connections, supporting all types of headsets with those connections and making it easy to connect with smartphones and PCs.
The stationary terminals have 8 4-way toggle buttons, with two functions per lever, as well as individual level adjustment on the key itself. Beltpacks have 4 keys.
