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Two-Studio Modes
The Nx12 can be used with two studios independently. Lines may be independent or shared. Each studio has two hybrids. There are two Progam-on-Hold inputs, one for each studio. Two sets of Telos’ Assistant Producer application can be used independently.
Note the following:
♦♦ With analog audio in/out, there are only two total inputs and outputs. So the Nx12 must be used in a mode that combines the two hybrids assigned to each studio into one input/ output.
♦♦ The AES option provides 4 input and 4 output channels total, so all hybrids are accessible with each studio using one AES connection’s two channels. Program-on-Hold remains an analog input.
♦♦ Livewire provides the full 4 hybrid input channels, 4 hybrid output channels, and 2 Program-on-Hold inputs.
A Step up in Quality and Flexibility
Whether being used with analog or ISDN lines, the Nx12 takes on-air telephone operations beyond the ordinary. Its four hybrids let you have excellent conferencing quality with four simultaneous callers. Or you can serve two studios with one Nx12, with two hybrids for each.
The hybrids in the Nx12 includes long-tail echo cancellation to improve quality on calls originating from VoIP or mobile telephones. Each hybrid is complemented by powerful signal processing functions to extract the best possible quality from real-world phone lines. There are filters, AGCs, multi-band spectral equalizers, and duckers. Sophisticated feedback reduction processing using both acoustic echo cancellation and frequency-shifting enhances performance when an open microphone-to-loudspeaker acoustic path is required.
Telos Desktop Director call controllers offer an easy-to-use but powerful interface for operators. The “Status Symbol” icons provide clear information as to line status with high-contrast LED displays.
Telos Assistant Producer software package gives you what you need for call screening and com- munication between the producer and talent. Because it connects via Ethernet/IP, it can easily work from remote sites. Because the Telos control protocol is open and published, third-party software has become available offering yet more capability, such as database look-up of caller information and storage of contest results.
Livewire integration is standard. When used with a compatible network and mixing consoles, a single Rj-45 connects all audio and control signals. With the power of the network, new possibilities open such as displaying caller ID on the console’s monitor.
