Video and Audio Products
May 1, 2001 12:00 PM
Switcher
Knox Video
www.knoxvideo.com
The Chameleon256 expandable routing switcher expandsfrom 32 by 32 up to 256 by 256 with high-performance broadcastspecs. Matrix configurations are assembled in multiples of 32 byinserting audio or video cards into a 12U rackframe. Audio andvideo frames are linked together by serial cable; audio followsvideo, or audio can be routed separately. The internal mil-specpower supply is 110/230 volts auto-sensing, with optional redundantpower supply. Command options such as SALVO, batch and strings areavailable either by RS-232 or the optional front-panel controller.The serial protocol is simple ASCII.
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Matrix Switcher
AutoPatch
www.autopatch.com
The Epica-128 matrix switcher allows designers to startwith a system as small as 16 inputs and 16 outputs and expand up to128 by 128. Bandwidth is a minimum of 300 MHz, even fully loaded.The Epica-128’s 32-bit processor networks with other Epica Seriesproducts and can route many types of signals in a single system.Network and control communications support Ethernet,Lontalk™ and AutoPatch’s Basic CommandSet via standard RS-232/RS-422 for simple control via PC, Panja orCrestron systems. The Epica-128 frame accepts modular I/O boardsfor composite video, component HDTV, single- and multichannelaudio, high-resolution RGB signals and 270 Mb-per-second serialdigital, among others.
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Maximum Security Camera Dome System
Vicon
www.vicon-cctv.com
Constructed with heavy-guage steel, the S2000-MSHimpact-resistant housing for Vicon’s Surveyor2000 camera dome drivecan be used for wall- and ceiling-mounted installations. Thehousing and the high-impact polycarbonate lower dome protect thecamera from tampering and vandalism. A passage hole is provided forcabling; and both mounts allow tilt adjustments. It comes with asteel trim ring and a liquid-tight fitting for sealing, so it canbe used in areas that need extra protection against criminalactivity or frequent inclement weather.
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Transceiver
Nitek
www.nitek.net
The Model VB39 video balun transceiver sends video andcontrol signals over an ordinary, unshielded twisted pair fordistances up to 1000 feet, eliminating the need for coaxial cable.The VB39 operates over CAT2 through CAT5 UTP cable and interfaceswith any commercial PTZ control system. The video balun design issurge-protected and provides high immunity to noise andinterference. It works with standard CCTV equipment, making ituseful in a wide range of projects. Transceivers are available witheither male BNC connector for direct mounting to a video source orfemale BNC connector for in-line mounting.
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Time-Lapse Recorder
Sanyo
www.sanyocctv.com
The four-head model TLS-9072 is a 72-hour time-lapserecorder designed for retail and other installations that requireunattended, multiple-day recording. It offers field recording andfield playback to cover all areas, and has recording modes of 2,12, 24, 48 and 72 hours. It has 350 B/W lines of horizontalresolution in record and playback mode. When an externallyconnected alarm is triggered, the TLS-9072 can switch to a 2-hourmode alarm recording to tape the event that set off the alarm. Morefeatures are forward and reverse field advance while in still mode,an alarm scan function and a security lock.
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Digital Projector
InFocus
www.infocus.com
At 3 pounds, the LP130 is about as portable as you canget. This digital projector features 1100 lumens of brightness,multimedia functionality and XGA resolution. It also incorporatesDigital Light Processing™ technology(from Texas Instruments) and offers integrated video and digitalconnectivity. Additional features include HDTV compatibility; anM1-DA connector incorporating Digital Visual Interface (DVI),digital, analog and USB connectivity; 400:1 contrast ratio; digitalkeystone correction; standard notebook PC-style power cable; and a2000-hour lamp life.
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LCD Projector
Dukane
www.dukane.com
Using Texas Instruments’ DLP technology, the ImagePro8750 true XGA projector is fully compatible with all PCs,Pentiums and Macs. It has a 270-watt lamp with 1300 lumens ofonscreen projection light and a contrast ratio of 400:1. The unithas keystone correction to 12Þ, a 1.25 manual zoom lenssystem, front- or rear-screen projection, and 1024×768-pixelresolution. The ImagePro can project an image size from 65 to 394inches and comes with either Digital Video Interface or standard PCanalog 15-pin SVGA connectivity, composite video, S-video andaudio, as well as video formats for NTSC, PAL, SECAM andHDTV.
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XGA Projector
Panasonic
www.panasonic.com/presentations
The PT-D8500U is a third-generation, large-venueDLP-based projector with 1024×768 resolution. Features includebuilt-in edge blending, fast and easy setup, light output of morethan 7000 ANSI lumens, a contrast ratio over 450:1, and workstationcompatibility with built-in universal format conversion. It isfully HDTV compatible and can provide full resolution for all DTVand HDTV formats in 4:3 or 16:9 aspect ratios. The PT-D8500U canauto-scan clearly from PAL/NTSC (fH=15 kHz) to SCGA (fH=100 kHz)level frequencies as a full image. It supports NTSC, M-NTSC, PAL,SECAM, S-video and HD.
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CCTV System
cVideo
www.cvideo.com
Formerly Cubic Video Technologies, cVideo has developed theDVRX, a single-box digital CCTV recording and transmissionsystem for security networks. It can view and record up to 16surveillance cameras per system. DVRX comes with patentedcompression technology that creates files as small as 2.3 KB per320×240 color image, allowing a great deal of digital-videodata to be transmitted and recorded. Users can customizemotion-detection sensitivity levels, recording schedules, and“triggered-event” recording. PCs can connect to theDVRX system to monitor, pan, tilt or zoom from remotelocations.
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Matrix Switchers
Extron
www.extron.com
With RS-232/422 capability, the new CrossPoint PlusFamily ultra-wideband analog RGBHV matrix switchers fromExtron consists of 8×4, 8×8, 12×4, 12×8,16×8 and 16×16 input by output components. EachCrossPoint Plus series has an HV model for switching RGBHV signalsand an HVA model for switching RGBHV signals and 2-channel stereoaudio. All inputs and outputs are individually isolated andbuffered; inputs can be switched to any or all outputs with littlecross-talk or signal noise. It can be used for routing applicationsof 425 MHz (-3 dB). The series comes in a rackmountable19-inch-wide enclosure.
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Projector
Christie Digital Systems
www.christiedigital.com
Christie Digital Announces the Vivid Greenfixed-installation projector. It features up to 3600 ANSI lumens,true XGA (1024×768) resolution, and three 1.3-inch poly-si LCDpanels featuring micro lens array — all in a 17.2-poundpackage. With a contrast ratio of over 300:1, Vivid Green employs a250-watt NSH lamp, made by Ushio, Christie Digital’s parentcompany. The typical lamp life is 1500 hours. Inputs automaticallydetect all TV standards including PAL, NTSC, SECAM, DTV and HDTVsources. Digital visual interface RGB input assures a crisp displayfrom computer sources.
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Power Conditioners
SurgeX
www.surgex.com
The SX1115 Series single-unit rackmount Series Mode Prosurge suppressors and power conditioners provide Series Mode Prosurge protection and power conditioning for audio, video andcomputer equipment. The surge suppressors are 15-amp load-capableand incorporate SurgeX advanced Impedance Tolerant EMI/RFIfiltering circuitry. Each model has eight standard grounded ACreceptacles on the rear panel.
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Mixer
Soundcraft
www.soundcraft.com
Soundcraft’s Spirit M Series is the Spirit M4, M8(pictured) and M12, which offer four, eight and 12 mono inputsrespectively. All feature four stereo inputs, four stereo returns,100mm faders and an S/PDIF stereo digital output. All channels havepeak and signal LEDs. Features include 3-band EQ with swept mid,rack-mountable chassis design, four auxiliary sends (two pre-fade,two post-fade), insert point on every mono channel for externalsignal processing, 48-volt phantom power and 100Hz high passfilter.
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CobraNet Module
Crown Audio
www.crownaudio.com
The new IQ-PIP-USP2/CN module can be installed in anyof Crown’s PIP2-compatible amplifiers to make it compatible withCobraNet. The IQ-PIP-USP2/CN integrates the latest CobraNetaudio-networking technology and a full complement of audio signalprocessing in a package that uses no rack space. This new CNversion features output signal delay of up to 600 milliseconds,input and output compressor/limiters, auto standby and more, plusonscreen error and status reporting.
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Audio System
Symetrix
www.symetrixaudio.com
Symetrix introducesSymNet™, a modular audiomixing, routing and processing system with rackmount hardwareunits, audio I/O and control software. TheSymLink™ interface allows directconnection between all SymNet hardware. The core of the SymNetsystem consists of an 8×8 I/O unit, an 8-analog-input unit andan 8-analog-output unit. The SymNet system is expandable forinstallations with large I/O requirements. SymNet Designer, aWindows-based control application, gives the installer CAD-stylecontrol over audio processing modules and includes many popularalgorithms like AGC-levelers and voice processors.
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Pro Loudspeakers
Bose
www.bose.com
Bose updated and redesigned its 802 and 402 professionalloudspeakers to come up with thePanaray® 802 SeriesIII and Panaray 402 Series II speakers. The newnatural-sounding speakers are compact, provide even coverage andstand up in severe weather conditions. The 802 cabinets haveArticulated Array® speakerconfiguration. The 402s are leaner, with better acousticperformance than their predecessors.
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Patch Panel
Neutrik
www.neutrikusa.com
Neutrik’s fourth-generationPatchLink®SPL 1/4-inch patch panel has a no-solder setup andfeatures individually replaceable PC cards. It features 48 balancedchannels in one rack space. The front and rear sides each includetwo rows of 24 sockets for mating with stereo phone plugs. It isfully PCB-wired without nut fastening. Accessories includeindividual send/return split print modules and PatchBox with 8send/return modules.
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Microphones
Electro-Voice
www.electrovoice.com
The EV Cobalt™ microphonesfeature neodymium-based magnet structure, extended frequencyresponse and increased power output. The Cobalt Co9 has a frequencyresponse of 50 Hz to 18 kHz, with -50dBV sensitivity, along with aslight bass roll-off and accentuated midrange. The Co7 shares thesame frequency response and sensitivity. Additional featuresinclude low handling noise and versatility. The Co5 has a frequencyresponse of 50 Hz to 15 kHz, sensitivity of -51 dBV and low-Zbalance of 600 ohms. The Co4 has a frequency response of 50 Hz to18 kHz with a sensitivity of -51 dBV.
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Loudspeaker
EAW
www.eaw.com
Comprised of the EP1, EP2 and EP3, the new E-PoweredSeries are powered loudspeakers built for flying, versatilityand portability. Featuring EQ, phase alignment, power indicatorlights, and loop-through connections, they operate from 95 VAC to250 VAC. EP1 is a dual 15-inch subwoofer. EP2 has a 1.4-inch exitcompression driver on a 90°H × 90°V, wave guide, anda single 15-inch low-frequency driver. EP3 has a 1.4-inch exitcompression driver on a 65°H × 45°V, constantdirectivity horn, 8-inch horn-loaded, mid-frequency driver and asingle 15-inch low-frequency driver. All EP Series amplifier modelsfeature protective limiting.
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Speaker/Mic Module
HAI
www.homeauto.com
The HAI speaker/microphone module allows homeowners tolisten in on home activities from a remote phone, allows theoperator of a central station to talk to or listen to people andsounds after an alarm, and more. An optional two-way audio modulelets the system announce the type of alarm (burglary, fire, etc.)and zone (front door, hallway, etc.), and it can deliver customizedmessages. Available in surface- or flush-mounted versions, it issuitable for outdoor use in weather-protected areas.
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Loudspeakers
Mackie
www.mackieindustrial.com
Designed for the contractor market, Mackie has released theART Series of installation loudspeakers consisting of fiveactive and two passive models. The ART200AM has a90°×70° constant-directivity horn with 1-inch exitcompression driver and a 12-inch woofer, and a 120Wlow-frequency/40W high-frequency driver-optimized crossoverinternal bi-amplifier. The mic/line mixer has three inputs, two ofwhich share a four-band EQ/signal processing unit. The third inputis line-level. All the powered loudspeakers come with total systemprotection for over-excursion, thermal, short circuit and peaklimiting. The rest of the ART Series speakers are variations on thetheme with sensitivity between 99 and 101 dB 1W at 1-meter and peakSPL between 122 and 133 dB. Browse more specs at Mackie’s Website.
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