WorldCast Equinox Professional IP & ISDN Broadcast Audio Codec Favored by broadcasters for their consistent reliability, cost-effectiveness and exceptional quality audio, APT codecs can be found in the audio networks of many major national and regional broadcasters worldwide. Our core WorldNet and WorldCast ranges offer a wide range of solutions to suit the needs and budgets of all broadcasters; from small community radio to major international broadcast networks, from a remote mono feed to a surround sound distribution network. WorldCast Horizon Bidirectional stereo audio codec offering Enhanced apt-X over IP WorldCast Meridian Multi-algorithm audio codec with IP & X.21 / V.35 connections. WorldCast Eclipse Multi-algorithm, fully duplex audio codec delivering stereo audio over IP, X.21 /V.35 and ISDN links. WorldNet Oslo Professional, Modular Audio Multiplexing Platform offering up to 14 stereo channels over T1/ E1 or IP links with Enhanced apt-X or linear audio. Built-in redundancy, automatic back-up and hot-swappable cards ensure round the clock reliability for multi-channel STLs. 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. US Office 48 Summer Street, Suite 1 Watertown, MA 02472 T: 800 955 APTX Headquarters Whiterock Business Park 729 Springfield Road Belfast BT12 7FP T: +44 (0)28 90 677 200 Online E: [email protected] W: www.aptx.com The latest addition to APT’s award-winning WorldCast range of IP audio codecs, the WorldCast Equinox offers many exciting new 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 • *Redundant PSUs • *Support for MPEG 4 AAC HE • Delivering Exceptional 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) • *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 Ensuring Extensive Connectivity High quality audio transport over IP networks using RTP/UDP and SIP/SDP • ISDN interface with Mucas Bonding & L3 Telos Bonding • *CCS, H221 & Hitachi ISDN Bonding • *X.21/V.35 interface enables easy connection to permanent digital links • Embedded Auxiliary data for transmission of RBDS / RDS or PAD • Up to 8 Opto-coupled Inputs and up to 8 Relay Outputs • Enabling Professional Audio over IP Networking Support for Unicast & Multicast applications for flexible IP configuration. • *Multiple Unicast support also available • Support for SIP and SDP protocols to enable easy connection to all compliant IP codecs • “Autosync • TM ” feature of Enhanced apt-X ensures consistent high quality and robust connection under stressed network conditions and super fast, automatic reconnection if a link is dropped Codec Management System (CMS) Software enables extensive management of network conditions such as • packet size, jitter buffers and QoS levels for optimum audio performance *Optional Cost Feature available in Future Development Phase
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WorldCast EquinoxProfessional IP & ISDN Broadcast Audio Codec
Favored by broadcasters for their consistent reliability, cost-effectiveness and exceptional quality audio, APT codecs can be found in the audio networks of many major national and regional broadcasters worldwide.
Our core WorldNet and WorldCast ranges offer a wide range of solutions to suit the needs and budgets of all broadcasters; from small community radio to major international broadcast networks, from a remote mono feed to a surround sound distribution network.
WorldCast HorizonBidirectional stereo audio codec offering Enhanced apt-X over IP
WorldCast Meridian Multi-algorithm audio codec with IP & X.21 / V.35 connections.
WorldCast Eclipse Multi-algorithm, fully duplex audio codec delivering stereo audio over IP, X.21 /V.35 and ISDN links.
WorldNet Oslo Professional, Modular Audio Multiplexing Platform offering up to 14 stereo channels over T1/ E1 or IP links with Enhanced apt-X or linear audio. Built-in redundancy, automatic back-up and hot-swappable cards ensure round the clock reliability for multi-channel STLs.
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.
US Office48 Summer Street, Suite 1Watertown,MA 02472T: 800 955 APTX
HeadquartersWhiterock Business Park729 Springfield RoadBelfast BT12 7FPT: +44 (0)28 90 677 200
OnlineE: [email protected]: www.aptx.com
The latest addition to APT’s award-winning WorldCast range of IP audio codecs, the WorldCast Equinox offers many exciting new 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•*Redundant PSUs•*Support for MPEG 4 AAC HE•
Delivering Exceptional Audio Quality
Fully duplex stereo audio codec •Available audio bandwidths from 10Hz through to 22.5kHz, for FM, AM and HD Radio• TM/DAB applicationsAnalog 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)•*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
Ensuring Extensive Connectivity
High quality audio transport over IP networks using RTP/UDP and SIP/SDP•ISDN interface with Mucas Bonding & L3 Telos Bonding•*CCS, H221 & Hitachi ISDN Bonding•*X.21/V.35 interface enables easy connection to permanent digital links•Embedded Auxiliary data for transmission of RBDS / RDS or PAD •Up to 8 Opto-coupled Inputs and up to 8 Relay Outputs•
Enabling Professional Audio over IP Networking
Support for Unicast & Multicast applications for flexible IP configuration. •*Multiple Unicast support also available•Support for SIP and SDP protocols to enable easy connection to all compliant IP codecs•“Autosync• TM” feature of Enhanced apt-X ensures consistent high quality and robust connection under stressed network conditions and super fast, automatic reconnection if a link is droppedCodec Management System (CMS) Software enables extensive management of network conditions such as •packet size, jitter buffers and QoS levels for optimum audio performance
*Optional Cost Feature available in Future Development Phase
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Codec Management System Software
Supplied as standard with all WorldCast units, APT’s Codec Management Software (CMS) package is a powerful and intuitive graphical user interface which enables extensive remote monitoring and management capability of up to six units deployed throughout a network.
The CMS enables configuration of your IP network settings to transmit or receive unicast, multicast or multiple unicast streams. You can also set packet size, QoS and buffer levels to compensate for network jitter. Store up to 150 fully configured IP Speed Dials for simple, fast connection to frequently-used locations.
An at-a-glance view of multiple units throughout your audio network enables easy monitoring of multiple sites and provides immediate notification of alarms, alerts and other network issues.
SpecificationSize
Dimensions
Weight
Power Supply
Power Consumption
Environmental
IP
X.21/V.35*
ISDN
Aux Data
Data Rates (embedded)
Data Rates (via IP) Control
Digital Audio I/O
Digital Ref Input Analog Audio I/O
Alarms
Opto-Coupler
Digital Operation
Digital AudioBandwidth
Analog Audio Bandwidth Sample Rate Converter
A/D Converter
Standard Coding Algorithm Options
Compression Ratio
Coding Delay
Dynamic Range
Phase Response Linear
Pass Band Ripple
1U x 19” Rackmount
44mm x 480mm x 360mm 1.75” x 19” x 14.2”
3.5Kg / 7.7lbs
100-250VAC, 50-60Hz (optional 48VDC Supply)
<25W
0°C to +55°C, 95% humidity
Ethernet 1 x RJ45, RTP/UDP, SIP/ SDP
15 Way D Type DTE, RS422 levels Rates 64-576 kbit/s
1x RJ45 - standard
9 pin D Type, RS232 level
1200, 2400,4800, 9600 Baud
1200, 2400, 4800, 9600, 19200 Baud
Front Panel, Web-browser, CMS Software,
AES/EBU, Balanced XLR-3, Impedance 110 Ω
XLR-3
Balanced XLR-3, Input Impedance >10k / 600 Ω Output Impedance <50 / 600 Ω
8 Alarms on 25 pin D Type, NO/NC contacts
25 way D Type, 8 Inputs driving4 Relay Outputs
32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz
10Hz through to 22.5kHz mono & stereo
10Hz through to 22.5kHz mono & stereo 8:1
24-bit/96kHz sigma-delta
Enhanced apt-X 16-Bit & 24-Bit, ISO/MPEG 1/2 Layer III,
Linear PCM 16 & 24 Bit ISO/MPEG 1/2 Layer IIISO/MPEG 2/4 AAC LC ISO/MPEG4 AAC-LD AAC HEv2, G.711, G.722
apt-X: 4:1 Enhanced apt-X 1.9ms @48kHz Fs
16 Bit > 85dB, 24 Bit > 120dB
Linear, 0 to Fs/2
< 0.2dB
WorldCast Equinox: Back Panel View
AES/EBUOut
AES/EBUIn
L RAnalog Out
Analog InL R
AlarmPorts
DigitalReference In
Aux DataPort
FusedPowerSocket
IPPort
Opto-Inputs
X.21 / V.35 Port
Providing a Robust Professional Platform
DSP-based architecture for 24/7/365 reliability•Full back-up between all transport modes*•Audio back-up from AES/EBU to analog*•Bandwidth Flexing feature •(packet generated when audio exceeds user-defined level) - no need for manual re-connects*Redundant Power Supplies*•Adjustable Silence Detection with alarm output to enable •switching between redundant sources
Allowing Simple Management and Monitoring
Front panel operation with LCD, speed dials & level meters for •easy on-site controlHighly Intuitive Codec Management Software (CMS) enables •remote configuration & management Alarm & Event Logging•SNMP •User-definable access levels and logins maintain network •security
*Optional Cost Feature available in Future Development Phase
ISDN
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