Manual

Model 209 User Guide Issue Preliminary 1, July 2021
Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 5
MODEL 209
TALENT CONSOLE
Introduction
The Model 209 Talent Console offers a unique com-
bination of audio, remote control, and tally-output
resources for use in podcast and other specialized
audio applications. The unit is housed in a compact
enclosure that’s intended for mounting under a
tabletop, within custom furniture, or as part of an
on-air set.
The Model 209 supports Dante audio-over-Ether
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net digital media technology as well as AES67 for
integration into contemporary applications. In addi-
tion, Audinate’s Dante Domain Manager™ software
application is supported.
The Model 209 is extremely simple to deploy, is “pro”
quality throughout, and provides an intuitive user ex
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perience. The Model 209’s audio quality is excellent,
with low distortion, low noise, and high headroom.
Careful circuit design and rugged components ensure
long, reliable operation.
The Model 209 integrates directly into Dante audio-
over-Ethernet environments. With just a Power-over-
Ethernet (PoE) connection, a microphone, and a pair
of headphones or an earpiece, a complete audio
“position” can be created. In addition, remote control
inputs and tally outputs allow the Model 209 to inte
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grate directly into more complex applications.
A host of Model 209 features are configured using the
STcontroller personal computer software application.
This allows the unit’s operation to be tailored to meet
the exact needs of many installations. STcontroller is
a fast and simple means of confirming and revising
the unit’s operating parameters.
Applications
The Model 209 can provide an “all-Dante” solution
for one podcast location. A wide range of other
applications can also be supported, including sports
and entertainment TV and radio events, streaming
broadcasts, corporate and government AV instal
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lations, and post-production facilities. The unit’s
capabilities allow it to be easily integrated into REMI/
At-Home applications.
A high-performance microphone preamplifier and
associated analog-to-digital circuitry routes the input
audio signal to the Model 209’s digital microcontroller
integrated circuit. The audio quality compares very
well to that provided by high-end external microphone
preamplifiers, consoles, and I/O interfaces. A push
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button switch provides the user with direct control
over the microphone-associated audio signal as it
is routed to the main and talkback Dante transmit-
ter (output) audio channels. The audio switching is
performed in the digital domain and is virtually “click-
free.” Two Dante receiver (input) audio channels
supply the user with their talent cue signals. (Often
referred to as IFB in broadcast applications.) Should
the talent cue signal be “mix-minus” an integrated
sidetone function can provide the user with a micro-
phone confidence signal.
Remote control of a number of Model 209’s func
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tions can be easily performed. This is available in
the form of two contact-closure inputs, by way of
high-frequency tones that are embedded in the Dante
receiver (input) audio channels, or using UDP com-
mands supplied via Ethernet. Two tally outputs allow
direct control of LED status arrays associated with the
microphone mounting method. Using the Model 209
will often eliminate the need for an additional interface
or LED control method.
Installation, Configuration, and
Operation
Installation, configuration, and operation of the Model
209 is simple. The lightweight aluminum enclosure
mounts under a tabletop or other work surface.
On the unit’s back panel an RJ45 jack is used
to interconnect with a standard Ethernet port that
Figure 1. Model 209 Talent Console front and back views