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ManualsBrandsSTUDIO TECHNOLOGIES ManualsNetwork Audio + VideoModel 216 - Dante-enabled announcer console

50387-1117, Issue 5

The Model 216 Announcer’s Console is designed to serve as the

audio control center for announcers, commentators, and produc

tion personnel. This tabletop unit supports applications utilizing

the Dante

Audio-over-Ethernet media networking technology.

The Model 216 is suitable for numerous applications including

on-air television sports broadcasting, stadium announce, and

corporate AV. It can also serve as a 4-channel IFB (talent cueing)

master station for remote production (REMI) applications. The

unit integrates all on-air, talkback, and cue audio signal routing

in one compact system. Four 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

• Excellent audio quality

• Extensive feature configuration

• One main and three talkback audio output channels

• Four headphone audio input channels

• Headphone output with sidetone function

• Can function as IFB master station for REMI applications

• Rugged, compact enclosure

• PoE and 12 volt DC powering

Overview

The Model 216 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 au

dio 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 configura

tion choices allow the desired operating parameters to be easily

selected. These choices can be made locally using pushbutton

switches or remotely using the STcontroller application. And while

flexible to configure, the user is presented with an easy-to-under

stand set of controls and indicators.

User Controls and Status Indicators

Four pushbutton switches, five 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. Three additional pushbutton switches control the status of

the talkback output channels. These are the audio signals used to

communicate with producers, directors, spotters, or other behind-

the-scenes production personnel. A status LED is associated with

each of the talkback pushbuttons. 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 216 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 216 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.

Summary of content (5 pages)

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The Model 216 Announcer’s Console is designed to serve as the audio control center for announcers, commentators, and production personnel. This tabletop unit supports applications utilizing the Dante® Audio-over-Ethernet media networking technology. The Model 216 is suitable for numerous applications including on-air television sports broadcasting, stadium announce, and corporate AV. It can also serve as a 4-channel IFB (talent cueing) master station for remote production (REMI) applications.
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Output Channels and their Operation By way of the Dante interface, the Model 216 provides a main output channel and three talkback output channels. The main output channel is designed to serve as the on-air, stadium announcement, or other primary audio feed. The talkback output channels are intended to provide production trucks, control rooms, or support personnel with talent-originated cue signals.
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The third and fourth configuration modes allow all four of the Dante-provided audio sources to be utilized. These can be useful for more complex or specialized situations. The three headphone level controls (“rotary pots”) are provided for setting the “mix” of the selected audio input sources as well as adjusting the overall headphone output level. How these controls function depend on the selected headphone output mode. The first mode can be used to support traditional on-air sports applications.
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the associated data network. To support PoE power management, the Model 216’s PoE interface reports to the power sourcing equipment (PSE) that it’s a class 2 (low power) device. The unit can also be powered using an external source of 12 volts DC. For redundancy, both power sources can be connected simultaneously. If both sources are connected PoE will power the unit. Four LEDs display the status of the network connection, PoE power source, and Dante interface.
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Model 216 Specifications Power Sources: Power-over-Ethernet (PoE): class 2 (low power) per IEEE 802.3af External: 10 to 18 volts DC, 270 mA max @ 12 volts DC Network Audio Technology: Type: Dante Audio-over-Ethernet Bit Depth: up to 24 Sample Rates: 44.