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ManualsBrandsSTUDIO TECHNOLOGIES ManualsNetwork Audio + VideoModel 354 - Talk Station

50292-0821, Issue 1

Key Features

•

Dante audio-over-Ethernet technology

• Supports GME-3-12 gooseneck microphone

• Voice-paging capability with background music

support

• Broadcast talent cueing (IFB) capability

• Four independent output channels

• Analog monitor output with input selection

• Stores and replays two digital audio (WAV) files

• Excellent audio quality

• Uses STcontroller for configuration

• Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) powered

Introduction

The Model 354 Talk Station is a unique product intended to support

a variety of voice paging, background music, audio-file playback,

broadcast talent cueing (IFB), and general audio applications.

The unit supplies four independent “talk” channels that can be

individually configured to match the needs of an application. A

simple monitor section allows one of the four Dante® receiver

(input) channels to be routed as desired to a connected amplifier

or amplified speaker.

The Model 354 supports Dante audio-over-Ethernet digital media

technology with AES67 compatibility for integration into contem

porary applications. In addition, the unit is compatible with the

Dante Domain Manager™ (DDM) software application.

Voice audio is supplied by way of a gooseneck microphone, pur

chased separately, which is attached to the connector/threaded

bushing combination that is located on the front of the Model

354. (Using the Studio Technologies’ GME-3-12 Gooseneck is

highly recommended.) Two audio sources or “messages,” up to 40

seconds each in length, are stored in non-volatile memory within

the Model 354. These two audio sources, saved in the common

16-bit monoaural WAV format, can be easily updated by way of

a standard USB flash drive. The audio files can contain whatever

“pre-page” (preamble) audio signals that are desired to support

an application. They could be the sound of natural bells or chimes,

an “electronically created” audio sequence, or a voice message.

By using WAV files, the desired sources can be created outside

of the Model 354 and then easily loaded for use. Configuration

choices determine how and when the preamble audio files will

be played.

Model 354 Talk Station

The Model 354 is extremely simple to deploy, is “pro” quality

throughout, and provides an intuitive user experience. The Model

354’s audio quality is excellent, with low distortion, low noise, and

ample headroom. Careful circuit design and rugged components

ensure long, reliable operation. Only a Power-over-Ethernet

(PoE) connection and attachment of a gooseneck microphone are

required for operation. If desired, the analog monitor output can

be connected to the input of an associated device. Two “custom”

WAV audio files can be loaded by way of a USB flash drive.

Model 354 operating features are configured using the STcontroller

software application. An extensive set of parameters allows the

unit’s functions to be tailored to meet the needs of many, many

applications. STcontroller is a fast and simple means of confirm

ing and revising the unit’s operating parameters. The Model 354

is housed in a compact, rugged steel enclosure that’s intended

for table-top use. Its small size makes it ideal for applications in

space-constrained locations.

Summary of content (4 pages)

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Model 354 Talk Station Key Features • Dante audio-over-Ethernet technology • Supports GME-3-12 gooseneck microphone • Voice-paging capability with background music support • Broadcast talent cueing (IFB) capability • Four independent output channels • Analog monitor output with input selection • Stores and replays two digital audio (WAV) files • Excellent audio quality • Uses STcontroller for configuration • Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) powered Introduction The Model 354 Talk Station is a unique product inten
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Applications For theater or live-event spaces the Model 354 can be a complete solution for providing up to four channels of background audio with voice paging and preamble audio capability. Pre-recorded “tones” or “chimes” can be configured to play prior to voice audio be presented to one or more of the outputs. The unit could be located in a box office or manager’s office location. Broadcast applications can utilize the Model 354 to create a simple 4-channel talent cue (IFB) master station.
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Audio Quality The Model 354 provides excellent audio performance. A low-noise, wide dynamic-range microphone preamplifier and associated voltage-controlled-amplifier (VCA) dynamics controller (compressor) ensures that gooseneck microphone audio quality is preserved while minimizing the chance of signal overload. The output of the microphone preamp and compressor is routed to an analog-todigital conversion (ADC) section that supports a sampling rate of 48 kHz with a bit depth of up to 32.
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Model 354 Specifications Applications: Dante-based voice paging, intercom, talent cue (broadcast IFB), and general audio installations Power Source: Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), class 1 (very low power, ≤3.84 watts), per IEEE 802.