RADIO NEW PRODUCTS EXTRA A Penton Media Publication October 26, 2009 To view this on the Web go to http://enews.penton.com/enews/beradio/v/688 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT (http://www.wheatstone.com/wnip.html) ---------------------------------------- AUDIO --Belden RF50 Connectors This series has been specifically designed and engineered with ultra-low-loss dielectrics (up to 86 percent velocity). These 50-ohm cables are tested and verified from 30MHz to 6GHz, with a maximum VSWR of 1.25:1. The cable/N connector combination also meets a maximum VSWR of 1.25:1 (equivalent to a return loss of -19dB). They can be used in a wide range of RF applications including cell site transmissions, broadcast STLs and RPUs, wireless microphone diversity antennas, and two-way radio or life/safety system connectivity. To view the full article go to: http://www.belden.com/pdfs/Prodbull/NP306.pdf --Lexicon PCM96 Surround Reverb/effects processor The PCM96 Surround delivers 50 new and legendary Lexicon reverbs, delays and modulation effects, while at the same time offering more presets, configuration options and additional inputs and outputs. It can function as a control-only insert or Firewire streaming audio plug-in inside any Mac VST or Audio Units software. A new pitch algorithm has been developed for the PCM96 Surround in addition to the room, hall, and many additional algorithms for music and post production. The PCM96 Surround uses multimode filters at several spots in the audio flow to provide more exact shaping of the reverb while still maintaining the distinctive Lexicon sound. To view the full article go to: http://www.lexiconpro.com/product.php?id=147 --American Audio dB Display LED decibel display The LED decibel display is designed to sit in an amp rack to view decibel levels and creates a light show in the rack. It features sensitivity adjustment on both left and right channels and two separate modes: dot and bar. It includes 12V power supply and has left and right RCA inputs and outputs. To view the full article go to: http://www.adjaudio.com/product.asp?ProductIDNumber=1223&cat=dB-Display ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Nautel introduces the industry's most advanced FM transmitter family. With 3.5kW -- 44kW, customers in any power category can take advantage of the NV Series' integrated exciter(s), Advanced User Interface, HD readiness and compact footprints. http://www.nautel.com/expectmore ---------------------------------------- IT --Lynx Studio Technology LT-MADI L-slot interface for Aurora converters LT-MADI is an L-slot interface for the Lynx Aurora 8 and Aurora 16 A/D D/A converters. An Aurora converter fitted with the LT-MADI provides digital input and output in MADI (Multichannel audio digital interface) format. Up to four Aurora converters (using four LT-MADI cards) can be combined for up to 64 channels of input and output on a single MADI link. MADI distributes multichannel audio in large venues, live recording and multi-room studios with either optical fiber or coaxial cabling. To view the full article go to: http://www.lynxstudio.com/product_detail.asp?i=55 --Broadcast Traffic Systems BTS Express Broadcast traffic management BTS Express is a downloadable broadcast traffic management system based on the BTS Enterprise application. An expandable, modular package, Express provides traffic and ad-sales management for single-channel or multi-channel presentation suites and playout centers. To view the full article go to: http://www.bts.tv/ --L-com Global Connectivity UADKEY-AB Shielded USB coupler L-com's UADKEY-AB shielded USB keystone coupler can be easily installed into panels, wall plate openings and enclosures. The UADKEY-AB features a USB A female connector on the front and USB B female connector on the back of the coupler housing. The stamped metal shell and one piece design provides maximum protection from data corrupting EMI/RFI. To view the full article go to: http://www.l-com.com/item.aspx?id=23746 ---------------------------------------- ADVERTISEMENT Pulsecom PCAU-SUITE Armored Monoblock STL An Armored, Monoblock STL with 5-Way Protection, Full Integration, Management of a whole host of STL Circuits and a Brilliant way to Save Operating Costs. The PCAU-SUITE from Pulsecom: over 7,300 STL units In Service and counting. HD, FM, AM, T1, Ethernet, RS232, Telemetry, AES/EBU, Digital, Analog, Enhanced apt-X_, AC, DC. http://www.pulse.com ---------------------------------------- FACILITIES --Hosa Technology LTE-503XLR4, LTE519XLR4 Gooseneck lamps With the addition of these two 4-pin XLR male-equipped models, the Hosa-Lite product line now encompasses 15" and 18" gooseneck lamps with BNC, XLR3M and XLR4M connectors designed to fit most mixing consoles. These lamps feature four white LEDs and two red LEDs for accurate color illumination. The Hosa-Lite lamps are highly efficient providing more light while requiring less energy. As an LED lighting solution, the Hosa-Lite operates at cool temperatures. Further, these models comply with all International lighting and energy regulations. To view the full article go to: http://www.hosatech.com/news/articles/0909.php --Middle Atlantic Products Signal Safe Multi-length power cords Power cords in the Signal Safe family reduce the need for longer cables, simplifying and improving cable and thermal management in a variety of broadcast settings. With these cable options, installers can now replace longer standard power cables to eliminate unnecessary cable slack in racks. The cords are now color-coded with a bold blue or red stripe to facilitate circuit identification, a useful option for redundant power installations. All power cords feature Middle Atlantic's exclusive Signal Safe wiring technology to minimize ac magnetic fields, cutting field strength by more than 80 percent over standard rubber cords. This allows wiring paths to be run closer than ever without interference. To view the full article go to: http://www.middleatlantic.com/POWER/IEC.HTM --Overly Door Studio Doors Veneer and laminate acoustical doors Overly's acoustical wood doors have STC ratings from 41 to 49. Wood doors are provided with metal framing systems and are intended for interior use only. Unique manufacturing methods and patent pending designs make for a light weight and higher STC rating. The doors are available in a wide array of finishes. Choose from a variety of cuts and wood species, such as rift cut red oak or plain sliced maple. There are many combinations available. Contact the factory for selection sheets or veneer samples. To view the full article go to: http://www.overly.com/door/index.cfm?curPage=acoustical CONSOLES AND ROUTING --Mackie Onyx-I Series Mixers The Onyx-i Series firewire recording mixers, deliver premium analog features, tremendous flexibility and built-in 24-bit/96kHz firewire I/O. Onyx-i firewire mixers can be used with all major DAWs, and is qualified by Mackie for use with Pro Tools M-Powered 8. It features Onyx mic preamps and Perkins EQ. Users can choose to implement the Perkins EQ into the recording path at the push of a button, and can also choose to record auxes, groups (1640i) and the master L/R signal. The flagship Onyx 1640i incorporates a flexible 16x16 firewire interface, allowing the user to return up to 16 DAW channels right back into the channel strips for a true tape-style mixdown. To view the full article go to: http://www.mackie.com/products/onyxiseries/ --Behringer SX4882, SX3282 Mixers This low-noise, high-headroom analog mixer for studio, live, front-of-house, monitor, corporate and touring audio applications features an in-line concept with 24 independent mix-B input channels, all with individual 2-band EQ, level, pan and mute. It also features 24 state-of-the-art XENYX mic preamps with switchable +48V phantom power, Neo-classic 4-band EQs with two semi-parametric mid bands, eight subgroups with independent solo and routing functions simultaneously feed 16 multi-track outputs, six aux sends per channel: all switchable pre/post fader, six multi-functional stereo aux returns featuring level and balance controls, solo and extensive routing functions and two BNC connectors for 12V gooseneck lights. To view the full article go to: http://www.behringer.com/EN/Products/SX4882.aspx --NTP Technology RCCore Router software RCCore is a software application that handles configuration, control and supervision of all router modules in an NTP audio signal distribution system. RCCoreV3 can be used as a stand-alone controller within the NTP 635-300 router or run from standard PC hardware. It allows highly efficient control of the router's dual-backbone interface and supports the double LAN interface on 625-800 frames. It also forms a communication interface to NTP's VMC and BLISS control options and to third-party communication protocols. Features include remote access and log-in at expert-user level for system set-up, maintenance and database management. To view the full article go to: http://www.ntp.dk/page316.aspx?recordid316=63 RECORDING AND PLAYBACK --Joe Co Capturing Performance Blackbox Recorder 24-track recorder The Blackbox recorder is a complete digital audio workstation for live venues. It plugs into any standard live mixing console via the normal insert points and will record sound checks. The recorder provides 24 tracks of audio recording directly onto a removable USB2 disk drive that can be immediately plugged into a digital audio workstation. Recording the audio at up to 96kHz and at 24-bit resolution into standard BWAV files on a standard FAT32 formatted drive allows the user to replay the material on any workstation. To view the full article go to: http://www.capturingperformance.com/ --Tascam MD-02B Minidisc recorder Tascam is revamping its Mini Disc recorder to the MD-02B. The recorder features XLR balanced and RCA unbalanced analog inputs and outputs, as well as coaxial and optical digital ins and outs. It records to Minidisc at ATRAC3 compression, and a disc can switch between stereo, mono, LP2 and LP4 modes. The MD-02B improves on the MD-350 by adding optical digital connection, increased program play memory and automatic track increment by time or level. Fade in and fade out is also now available while recording. Edit modes include divide, combine, erase, move and title. To view the full article go to: http://www.tascam.com/products/md-02b.html --Sonic Studio Amarra Computer Music Player 1.1 Music player The Amarra Computer Music Player and Amarra MINI combine the precision of the Sonic Studio Engine, with the easy operation of Itunes. Versino 1.1 adds background sample rate up-conversion, along with support for Apple Lossless and a wider choice of hosts. It is the audiophile-quality computer music player for the most discriminating enthusiast. Amarra is designed to be an important componment of a music playback system bringing out the most from a Mac-based digital music collection. To view the full article go to: http://www.sonicstudio.com/amarra/index.html DEALS AND TRANSACTIONS --Sales Call * In the past two years, Acoustical Solutions (http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091015/) has teamed with Jason Cameron and Tony Siragusa of the DIY Network television show Man Caves. * Yangaroo (http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091015/) has partnered with the CMJ Network. * Albums released on DMDS (http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091015/) will automatically be linked on the CMJ New Music Report Charts. * The first Axia (http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091015/)-powered radio station in the Middle East has debuted with the sign-on of the Qatar Foundation's QF Radio in Doha, Qatar. * Harris (http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091022/) has sold nine DMB 670 multimedia transmitters to French network operator and DAB/DMB equipment manufacturer VDL. To view the full article go to: http://radiomagonline.com/currents/salescall/sales-call-091015/ UPGRADES AND UPDATES --Livio Brands Internet Radio with NPR The unit provides access to all Internet radio stations, but adds an exclusive menu for NPR stations and programs. To view the full article go to: http://radiomagonline.com/digital_radio/livio-brands-internet-radio-with-npr-1019/ --Holophone Ships H2-5.1 Surround Microphone The H2-5.1 offers users the same performance as the H2-Pro in a 5.1 package. To view the full article go to: http://radiomagonline.com/studio_audio/microphones/holophone-ships-hd-51-1013/ ---------------------------------------- The 2nd Annual Radio Excellence Awards Redesigned your facility in the last year? Visit http://www.radiomagonline.com/excellence-awards for more information. Talkback: The Blog What's happening in radio and what does it mean? 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