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Request informationTalent is an innovative ultracompact IP audiocodec with unprecedented features and a compact form factor, specifically designed to work from anywhere without losing the audio quality of a radio studio, podcast or recording environment.
With high-definition preamp and OPUS encoding
You can use your favourite microphone or headset, including condenser
Excellent transmission quality, in both mono and stereo
Magnificent dynamic range — you could even sing if you want!
Imperceptible delay in voice and studio return
Optional service that generates web links to download an audiocodec from the cloud
Functional Description
Home internet connection via ADSL or fibre.
3G/4G/5G wireless data connection via a simple router/modem with SIM card.
As PLAN B, Bluetooth connection with your smartphone to reach the studio PC. Enables connection to the broadcast console with HD voice quality.
Small, friendly and easy-to-use device.
Desktop format with a front panel of approximately 20×13 cm.
Simple front control panel:
• Hang-up button.
• Microphone and headphone level adjustment.
• Call/answer button.
• Outgoing and incoming signal level indicators.
• Other basic equipment and communication status indicators.
› Supports all types of headphones, low or high impedance.
› Supports all types of microphones, dynamic and condenser, as it has a Phantom power supply.
› You can listen through headphones to the station audio, local audio, or a mix of both.
› You can send the desired audio mix to stereo line and Bluetooth outputs, independently of the headphones.
› If several people are working at an event, you can daisy-chain your TALENT units.
Multiple power supply options:
› From the USB output of a PC.
› From a 5–12 V source, such as a vehicle battery or powerbank.
› It also comes with a power adaptor for conventional mains electricity.
Intuitive operation without previous technical knowledge
PDFCatalogueApplications
Basic
Live phone calls
Commentator
Control Software
TALENT PILOT & CONTROL PHOENIX
No need to be an expert. Control and configure your unit from your Smartphone or computer.
All front-panel controls are available in two applications:
› TALENT PILOT: local smartphone application to control and configure the unit. Licence included with purchase.
› CONTROL PHOENIX: remote PC application to configure and operate a fleet of audiocodecs remotely. Features audio presence indicators, remote VU meters and an address book with copy functions.
Technical Details
Inputs and Outputs
- Female XLR-3. Low-noise preamplifier. Switchable 12 V Phantom power. Impedance 2 kΩ. Level adjustable from front panel and software. Mute key.
- Stereo grounded, 3.5 mm jack. Compatible with PCs, tablets, phones and other players. Level adjustable by software.
- Bluetooth stereo A2DP input. Level adjustable by software.
- Stereo grounded, 3.5 mm jack. Compatible with PCs, tablets, phones and other recorders. Level adjustable by software.
- 1/4" stereo jack. 120 mW. Volume and TX/RX mix control on front panel and by software.
- Bluetooth stereo A2DP output. Level adjustable by software.
Coding Modes
- AEQ recommends the OPUS algorithm with Fs = 48 kHz, mono or stereo, with 4 mono and 3 stereo modes, bitrates from 12 to 192 kbps and bandwidth from 6 to 20 kHz.
- For compatibility with fixed installations and corporate standards, TALENT can use G711 Law A, Law µ, G722, AEQ-LD, MPEG 1 & 2 – LII, linear PCM and others on request.
- AEQ offers Smart RTP mode for automatic call setup. At no extra cost, Phoenix TALENT users also have access to AEQ's own SIP server.
Other Characteristics
- Call/answer and hang-up buttons. Microphone and headphone level adjustment.
- Outgoing and incoming signal level indicators, unit and communication status.
- Three-level LED VU meter (send level). Received signal presence indicator.
- 10/100 Mbps Ethernet port. RJ45 connector. Access to wired networks (LAN, ADSL, fibre, VLAN), satellite and wireless (3G/4G/5G, Wi-Max, WiFi).
- A2DP profile: bidirectional stereo audio with connected smartphone or computer.
- HFP profile: voice in G722 (mono 20–7000 Hz) to smartphone for phone interviews, Skype, WhatsApp, webinar, etc. When no IP connection is available, can substitute voice delivery to the studio console.
- Operating temperature: -10 to +45 °C (14 to 114 °F).
- Dimensions (W × D × H): 130 × 195 × 45 mm.
- Weight: 620 g.
- Power: 5 V DC. External adapter 90–263 V, 50/60 Hz or USB interface. Max consumption: 4.5 W. UPS or powerbank option.
- Compliant with EBU N/ACIP standard. TALENT PILOT application licence included.