Datasheet

50380-1218, Issue 5
The Model 214 Announcer’s Console is designed to serve as the
audio control center for announcers, commentators, and produc
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tion personnel. This tabletop unit supports applications utilizing
the Dante® audio-over-Ethernet media networking technology.
The Model 214 is suitable for numerous applications including
on-air television sports broadcasting, stadium announce, and
corporate AV. The unit integrates all on-air, talkback, and cue
audio signal routing in one compact system. Two pushbutton
switches allow the user to control the main and talkback audio
output channels. Ease of use, configuration flexibility, and sonic
excellence are some of the unit’s highlights.
Key Features:
• Dante audio-over-Ethernet technology
• Extensive feature configuration
• Excellent audio quality
• Main, talkback, and tally tone/hot mic audio outputs
• Four headphone audio input channels
• PoE and 12 volt DC powering
• Headphone output with sidetone function
• Rugged, compact enclosure
Overview
The Model 214 is compatible with the latest broadcast and audio
system environments that use the Dante technology. An Ethernet
connection with Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) power is all that’s
required to make the unit part of a sophisticated, networked
audio system. Connect a microphone and pair of headphones (or
a broadcast headset) and the installation is complete. Whether
it’s the on-air audio, the talkback audio, or the headphone cue
feed, superior audio quality is always maintained. A range of
configuration choices allow the desired operating parameters
to be easily selected. These choices can be made locally using
pushbutton switches or remotely using the STcontroller applica
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tion. And while flexible to configure, the user is presented with
an easy-to-understand set of controls and indicators.
User Controls and Status Indicators
Two pushbutton switches, three LED indicators, and three rotary
controls provide the user with a clear, easy-to-use interface.
One pushbutton switch controls the status of the main output.
This is the audio channel intended for on-air, announcement, or
other primary uses. Two LEDs display the on/off status of the
main output. A second pushbutton switch controls the status of
the talkback output channel. This is the audio signal used to
communicate with producers, directors, spotters, or other behind-
the-scenes production personnel. A status LED is associated
with the talkback pushbutton. The pushbutton switches use
gold-plated contacts for reliable long-term operation and include
backlighting using white LEDs. Three rotary controls allow the
user to adjust the content and level of the headphone output.
Microphone Input
The Model 214 provides a high-performance microphone pream-
plifier which offers low-noise, low-distortion, and high headroom
amplification over a 19 to 64 dB range. The gain is adjustable in
3-dB steps. A 2-digit display indicates the amplification in dB.
The microphone input is compatible with balanced dynamic or
condenser microphones. Phantom power is provided and meets
the worldwide P48 standard. A dual-color LED indicator serves
as an aid for optimizing the setting of the preamplifier’s gain.
Microphone signals are connected to the Model 214 by way of
a standard 3-pin female XLR connector.
Microphone operating parameters can be set both locally and by
way of the STcontroller remote control software application. Two
pushbutton switches, accessible on the bottom of the unit, allow
adjustment of the microphone preamplifier’s gain and the on/off
status of P48 phantom power. The STcontroller application allows
personal computer users to both view and change the preamp
gain and P48 on/off status.
Output Channels and their Operation
By way of the Dante interface, the Model 214 provides a main
output channel and a talkback output channel. The main output
channel is designed to serve as the on-air, stadium announce
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ment, or other primary audio feed. The talkback output channel is
intended to provide production trucks, control rooms, or support
personnel with talent-originated cue signals.