Volume 9
January 18, 2007
WBUR
It’s a New Year, and that means a new season of remotes! CES is over and once again, IP reigns supreme. Whether you’re broadcasting talk shows, sporting events, a music show, or news events or conferences, now is the time to realize the simplicity of two codecs in one with Musicam’s portable RoadWarrior. Whether choosing IP, ISDN, or a combination of the two, users are ecstatic with the all-inclusive mixing features and set-up configuration.
“The RoadWarrior did very well,” reports Michael Leclair of WBUR. “We had no problems configuring for a five-hour broadcast at the Barack Obama headquarters in New Hampshire.”
Two codecs in one, RoadWarrior turns a complicated broadcast into simple terms. It offers two independent broadcasts from one location, with individual mix/minus return and a five-channel mixer with software-configurable headphone presets (allows the user to choose what is audible on the headphones). Plus producing is a cinch with its built-in studio “talk-back” capability.
"The built-in mixer is really good," Leclair notes. "I like the fact that the mic preamps have a 10dB pad when set to phantom; this has been a problem on other mixers due to the higher output level of condenser mics."
RoadWarrior can also be used as a stereo music codec when covering events or conducting artist interviews. So if you’re an FM radio music station or internet streamer, RoadWarrior offers you an all-in-one stereo mixer, with a wide spectrum of algorithms, from apt-X to MPEG4 AAC. Additionally, the AAC-HE algorithm comes standard, providing near-transparent audio at relatively low data rates, so you can conserve bandwidth while preserving your program quality.
Another benefit: with IP, you don’t have to pay long distance carriers to be connected. In fact, all you need to plan is your internet connection! And with cable, satellite, DSL, and wireless options, you’ll be set just about anywhere you go!
- RoadWarrior key features include:
- Portable IP & ISDN audio codec (software upgrade via FTP)
- 5-channel mixer with 4-channel IFB talkback
- Automatic ISDN failover
- Supports G.722, MPEG L2/L3, AAC LC, MPEG4 LD, apt-XTM Std & Enh, PCM, and AAC-HE
- LAN interface 10/100 base-T Ethernet for control and audio transmission
- 2-GPIO remote contact closures
- SIP compatibility
Giants or Packers? Chargers or Patriots? We don’t even know who’s headed to Super Bowl XLII February 3rd, but we do know that our team will be headed there…with a Suprima. Commentary and production coordination for the broadcast in Spain will be sent direct from the stadium with this versatile, multi-network codec. We have also shipped several units to Space and Naval Warfare (SPAWAR) to assist with their communication in Afghanistan and Iraq.
Have you explored what the best audio-IP solution is for you? If not, what are you waiting for?
‘Not sure if it’s right for you? No problem.
MUSICAM USA associates are here to help you and discuss demo opportunities.
Call 1-732-739-5600, visit us at www.musicamusa.com
or email us at info@musicamusa.com.
