The Quantum2 AV is an advanced 1U rack-mount audio-video IP codec designed for professional broadcast studios, MCRs (Master Control Rooms), and Outside Broadcast (OB) vans, offering two independent, bidirectional stereo audio connections and one bidirectional video connection in a single compact unit. It uses diverse IP interfaces, supports standard and proprietary transmission protocols (like SIP, SRT, BRAVE), various audio and video codecs (e.g., H.264/HEVC, OPUS, PCM), and features remote control capabilities via a web interface or the ProdysControlPlus application.
Key Features and Capabilities:
Integrated Audio and Video:
It combines two independent stereo audio codecs and one video codec into a single device, simplifying complex live event production workflows.
Reliable IP Transmission:
Employs diversity streaming over multiple IP links (Ethernet, Wi-Fi) to ensure stable and high-quality audio and video links.
Flexible Connectivity:
Provides two-way audio and one-way or two-way video connections for versatile applications like remote commentaries or live event transmission.
Standard Protocol Support:
Supports industry-standard protocols such as SIP for audio calls, and SRT/RTMP for video, ensuring interoperability with equipment from other manufacturers.
HEVC and H.264 Video:
Offers efficient video encoding options (HEVC and H.264) to manage bandwidth effectively for streaming.
Remote Management:
Can be controlled through its front panel, a web-based graphical interface, or the dedicated ProdysControlPlus application, allowing for full remote management and configuration.
Diverse Applications:
Ideal for various scenarios, including remote production of live events, on-site commentary, video transmission of breaks, and creating integrated audio-video programs.
Use Cases:
Remote Production:
Facilitates the transmission of audio and video from remote locations back to a central studio.
On-site Commentary:
Supports commentators by sending their audio and video from a live event location to the studio.
Studio/MCR Operations:
Integrates into studio or Master Control Room environments for high-quality audio and video distribution.
OB Van Operations:
Provides a compact, all-in-one solution for video and audio production in mobile units
AUDIO
Two stereo audio inputs/outputs with XLR connectors.
Analog and Digital (AES/EBU) outputs and inputs.
Supports Mpeg1/2 LayerII, AAC, apt-X, G711/G722, OPUS, SRT Audio and PCM.
VIDEO
SDI and HDMI inputs and outputs.
AVC (H.264) and HEVC (H.265) encoding and decoding.
Simultaneous encoding and decoding using BRAVE and SRT.
Streaming Forwarding.functionality.
COMMUNICATIONS
Inherits world-class IP technology from the Prodys Audio/Video codec family:
– Automatic Jitter buffer. This adjustable buffer avoids audio dropouts in the IP connection.
– Automatic synchronization adjustment with the transmitter site rate, to give a constant delay in IP communications.
– Prodys NAT Traversal Streaming Protocol permits router firewall pass-through with zero configuration.
– Prodys Real time Network Analyzer to monitor critical network parameters in real time during the connection.
– FEC (Forward Error Correction). Up to 24 different schemes are available, to fit to the desired delay and available bandwidth.
– Error Concealment mechanisms on Mpeg audio modes are supported to reduce the impact of packet losses.
2 x Ethernet interfaces: Either to split streaming and control or for bonding/diversity 2 IP links.
IP Compatibility: SIP/SDP/RTP/STUN protocols are supported according to the standard defined by the N/ACIP project within the EBU group.
OPERATION
User friendly interface via touch panel, built-in Web Server or ProdysControlPlus application.
User Access Control to define different access restrictions in a per user basis.
Configuration presets to define different configurations for all or some specific parameters.
Alarms: Real Time alarms management.
Serial port to transmit/receive ancillary data along with the audio.
Local or remotely (TCP/IP) upgrading of one or several units at once using the same utility. Factory software upgrades can be downloaded.
WEBCOMMENTATOR license to provide remote commentary positions from Internet browsers in laptops and smartphones.
WEBCALL license to provide ad hoc audio links from Internet browsers in laptops and smartphones.
WEBMONITOR license for remote audio monitoring.
Ethernet Tunnel to link two remote local networks.
2 x AES/EBU Stereo Input/Output
Two output/inputs with XLR connectors.
AES/EBU: EIAJ CP-340 type I/IEC-958 Pro
Rate Converter: 1:3 to 3:1.
2 x Analog Stereo Input/Outputs
Two output/inputs with XLR connectors.
Maximum level: +22 dBu.
Input Impedance: 20 Kohm.
Output Impedance: 50 ohm.
Audio Compression
PCM (16,20 & 24 bits)
G722, G711 Leyes A/μ
MPEG 1,2 Layer II
OPUS
Enhanced and Standard apt-X™
MPEG AAC LC, LD, ELD & HE
SRT Audio (optional).
Video Input/Output
1xSDI input according to SMPTE 292M (HD-SDI) and 424M (3G-SDI) and 1xHDMI input.
1xSDI and 1xHDMI outputs, both simultaneous
AVC (H.264) and HEVC (H.265) encoding and decoding.
Streaming protocols: SRT, BRAVE, RTMP/RTMPS or MPEG-TS
LAN
2 Ethernet ports for bonding, diversity or splitting control and stream.
10/100/1000BaseTx Ethernet, RJ45 connectors.
TCP/UDP/IP, Multicast & Unicast.
DHCP, SNMP, DNS, SNTP, SMTP, HTTP, IGMP, ICMP, VLAN (optional).
SIP/SDP/RTP/STUN comprising Tech 3326 & 3368 EBU N/ACIP standard.
FEC as per RFC 2733.
Error Concealment.
Prodys NAT Traversal Streaming Protocol.
RS232 port
1xserial port (RJ45 connector)
Tx and Rx of ancillary data along with the audio.
Power Supply
90 – 250VDC [@ 47-65Hz]. Power consumption less than 50W (average ~20W)
Dimensions & Weight
1U x 19” rack system: 43.4 x 482.5 x 180mm (H x W x D)
Weight: 2.4 Kg.
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