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APT WorldCast Equinox Audio Codec

WorldCast Equinox is a multi-algorithm, fully duplex, stereo audio codec offering IP & ISDN connections with optional X.21 / V.35.

Designed primarily for studio to transmitter links and inter-studio networking applications, the WorldCast Equinox provides a reliable platform for the transport of broadcast grade audio throughout the globe.

With robust, DSP-based architecture and the ability to automatically back-up your primary IP or X.21 link, the WorldCast Equinox offers a stable platform for 24/7/365 reliability.

Features

  • Separate Analog & Digital Inputs / Outputs
  • Simplex & Duplex backup from IP to ISDN
  • New Blackfin DSP design to incorporate multiple algorithms
  • MPEG Layer 3 Bonding
  • Full support for SIP/SDP connections
  • Dual IP Ports (model 112172)
  • Redundant PSUs (model 112173)
  • Support for MPEG 4 AAC HE (model 112174)

Audio Quality

  • Fully duplex stereo audio codec
  • Available audio bandwidths from 10Hz through to 22.5kHz, for FM, AM and HD Radio• TM/DAB applications
  • Analog and AES/EBU I/O (AES3), Digital Reference In
  • Simultaneous Analog and Digital Outputs
  • 16 and 24 bit word resolution
  • Enhanced apt-X algorithm (16 bit & 24 bit) and MPEG Layer III
  • Linear PCM (16 bit and 24 bit resolution) – (Option)
  • Range of available algorithms including MPEG 1/2 Layer II, MPEG 4 AAC LD, MPEG 2/4 AAC LC, AAC HE, G.722 • & G.711 – (Option)

How to order

Model Number

 COD-N3-71010101 (standard)

19", 1U high, Enhanced 16 & 24 bit apt-X. IP (Ethernet 10/100 Mbit/s), X.21 / V.35 data interfaces. Automatic backup and recovery, RS232 ancillary data, Silence Detect, 8 Contact Closure & Alarm Ports. 8 Opto-coupled inputs, NMS or CMS control. Analog & AES/EBU Input / Output, simultaneous Analog & Digital inputs & Outputs. SNMP is also supported. Will also support MPEG L2, L3, G722, G711, Standard apt-X, Linear PCM and AAC HE. Front Panel Option for Equinox which includes: Input and Output level meters, keypad, power, alarm & connected LED, ISDN B Channel status LEDs, backlit LCD, headphone monitor and input/output selector.

112172

Same as COD-N3-71010101 plus a second IP port to allow for separate control and streaming.

112173

Same as COD-N3-71010101 with a second PSU and inlet. If power fails on one PSU/source, Equinox will automatically and seamlessly use other inlet.

112174

Same as COD-N3-71010101 plus multialgorithm pack which includes MPEG 4 AAC LC, LD and AAD HEv2.

112175

Same as COD-N3-71010101 plus a 2nd ISDN port allowing up to 256kbs.

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