The Prodys Quantum2 W is a portable, all-in-one, broadcast-grade IP commentary unit designed to send high-quality, two-way audio and optional video from a remote location to a studio. It combines audio/video encoding, multiple network interfaces for IP bonding and diversity, a video decoder, and an embedded mixer to create a complete solution for on-site commentary, allowing for dual-language broadcasts, video return feeds, and advanced audio management using standard protocols like AES67 and SIP.
Key Features and Functionality
Audio and Video Capabilities:
Supports two bidirectional stereo audio streams.
Includes a video encoder for commentator cameras and a decoder to display return video feeds from the studio.
Can embed up to four audio channels within a single video stream.
Networking:
Bonds multiple network interfaces (Ethernet, LTE/5G, Wi-Fi) for reliable transmission with features like Forward Error Correction (FEC).
Uses Prodys’ NAT Traversal Streaming Protocol for seamless router pass-through.
Supports standard audio (AES67) and transmission (SIP) protocols.
On-Site Commentary:
Features 3 microphone/line inputs and 3 headphone outputs for commentators.
Can decode remote video streams, providing support for commentators who can’t see the entire event.
Advanced Features:
Automatic Jitter Buffer and synchronization adjustment for stable audio.
Uses advanced, low-delay compression algorithms for music and sports audio.
Supports various audio codecs including OPUS, AAC, and PCM.
Can be managed remotely via a built-in web server or the ProdysControlPlus application.
AUDIO
3 x Mic/Line Audio Inputs available to be mixed, encoded and streamed in Stereo mode.
Additional audio inputs: USB stereo, AES/EBU, Line.
Support Mpeg1/2 LayerII, AAC, apt-X, G711/G722, OPUS, SRT and PCM.
Dante/AES67 or Ravenna/AES67 available.
VIDEO
H.264 and H.265 Video Encoder for commentator’s camera.
H.264 and H.265 Video Decoder for remote commentary scenarios.
SRT protocol available.
Streaming Video Forwarding with Audio Embedding.
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.
Bonding or Diversity with up to 7 IP links for secure audio streaming and the best audio quality possible.
2 x Ethernet interfaces: Either to split streaming and control or for bonding/diversity with 2 IP links.
LTE/5G IP data links with bonding capabilities. 2 x Internal modem or External LTE/5G module with 4 modems.
Wi-Fi interface 802.11b/g/n compatible Bonding with Ethernet or LTE/5G.
IP Compatibility: SIP/SDP/RTP/STUN protocols are supported according to the standard defined by the N/ACIP project within the EBU group.
Local or remotely (TCP/IP) upgrading of one or several units at once using the same utility. Factory software upgrades can be downloaded.
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.
GPIO port: 2 inputs/outputs. User configurable with multiple functions such as remote contact closures.
Long duration battery with charge and status indications. It can be charged on system.
Internet Sharing, so external devices can access the Internet through a Wi-Fi hotspot.
Ethernet Tunnel to link two remote local networks.
3 x Mic/Line Audio Inputs
1 x Auxiliary Audio Input
1 x AES/EBU Audio Input
3 x Headphone stereo outputs
1 x Aux Stereo Audio output
1 x USB Stereo Audio Input/Output
8 x Dante/Ravenna/ AES67 Audio Inputs/Outputs (optional)
Audio Compression
Video (optional)
LAN
Wi-Fi
LTE/5G (optional)
GPIO and RS232 Ports
External Power Supply & Battery
Dimensions & Weight
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