Axia networks are based on the Livewire IP-Audio standard, a
protocol developed by Telos to allow transport of real-time,
"live" audio, plus program associated data (PAD) and machine
remote control over a switched Ethernet network.
And because Axia networks are based on standard Ethernet (not
some proprietary routing method), it's easy for broadcast
equipment makers to add a Livewire interface to their gear. No
breakout cables, no interface boxes - just a Livewire jack that
connects right to Axia networks, sharing audio, data and logic
over one skinny Ethernet cable. Cool, huh? Here are some
featured products from our partners:
Audio
Time Manager from
25-Seven
Systems can actually add time to your broadcast day,
recording part of a show while playing back
another part, with playback speed up to 20% faster than the
original program, without pitch change, artifacts, or glitches.ATM integrates easily with Axia networks,
thanks to its single-connector Livewire interface.
The ASI6585 Audio Card from
AudioScience is a professional PCI sound card designed for
use in Axia IP-Audio networks. 8 play streams are mixed to 8
stereo outputs and 8 record streams are fed from 8 stereo inputs
using Axia Livewire protocol to record and play. Uncompressed
PCM, MPEG layer 2 and MP3 are available for recording and
playback.
International
Data Casting'sSuperflex SFX2100 and SFX3100
satellite receiver-routers feature multiple IP data ports,
multiple decryption options, a built-in firewall and routing
support, and an integrated 80 Gb SATA hard drive. Route
satellite audio anywhere in your Axia system via its
single-cable Livewire interface connection.
Broadcasters
who combine Axia Livewire supported components with
Nautel's
VS Series transmitters will enjoy the singular advantage of
being able to maintain a high reliability, high performance,
all-digital transmission path from studio to transmitter. It is
as if you moved the studio and the transmitter site closer with
just the click of an RJ45.
The
Omnia ONE is
Omnia
Audio's new, "second-generation" audio processor for
FM, AM and coded
audio, featuring the ability to change processing style in the
field by changing software loads. Omnia ONE has become the most
successful new audio processor ever, with over 3,500 on the air
in just two years. 4 AGC bands, 4 bands of limiting, a wideband
gain-rider, a low-distortion final limiter and a Livewire port
for audio and control I/O.
Also
from Omnia Audio: Omnia.8Xputs 8 stereo three-band audio processors into a
single, networked chassis. Use it as "processing-on-demand" for
satellite, HD Radio or Internet audio streams, sweetening live
performances or pre-produced audio, off-air headphone feeds,
etc. One Livewire port provides 16 stereo channels of audio I/O
plus control.
Millenium
Livewire Consoles from
Radio
Systems communicate directly with any Axia device or any
Livewire-enabled product from this growing list of
manufacturers.
Sound4 has launched an innovative new voice
processing card for PC users called SOUND4 Voice"L"
(as in "Livewire"), a 3-band, 8-Channel Voice
Processor that connects to your Axia IP-Audio network
using a single CAT-5 cable. Sound4 Voice"L" includes a
DeEsser, 3-band noise gate, 3-band processor, 4-band
parametric EQ, and a brick wall limiter for each of 8
mic channels.
Telos'
six-line iQ6 Telco Gateway was developed specifically for
use with the Axia iQ Console system.
Plug iQ6 in to the iQ Console Core, and the hybrid controls on
your iQ Telco Expansion Frame let talent make, take and screen
calls from analog or digital phone lines, directly from the
console.
Telos' Nx6 Talkshow System has 4 hybrids, can handle up to
6 Telco lines (analog or digital) and supports
dual-studio operations with 4 internal hybrids. Built-in
Livewire interface makes setup a snap -- connect Nx6 to your
network switch with a single CAT-5 cable, configure with any Web
browser and it's "hello caller - you're on the air."
Telos'
Nx12 Talkshow System has 4 hybrids, can handle up to
12 Telco lines (analog, digital or a mix of both) and support
dual-studio operations. Built-in Livewire interface means all
caller I/O, line switching, mix-minus travels on one Ethernet
cable - the easiest phone set-up ever.
Broadcasters
in different locations can now easily and transparently connect
and share audio, thanks to the Zephyr iPort MPEG Gateway,
a new multichannel IP Codec from
Telos
and Axia. Facilities with Axia IP-Audio networks can use Zephyr
iPort to send and receive 8 audio channels plus program data and
machine logic over T1 or T3 lines, or other types of QoS network
services. Broadcasters without IP-Audio networks can use Zephyr
iPort too, with the simple addition of an Axia Audio Node.
The
renowned family of Zephyr Xstream ISDN codecs from
Telos
now feature Livewire connectivity along with conventional analog
and AES3 I/O. The world's best-selling ISDN codec (with over
13,000 now in the field), Zephyr Xstream comes in rackmount and
portable versions, with or without integrated 4-input stereo
mixer.
The
Telos
Zephyr/IP uses public IP networks and mobile phone
data services for high quality, trouble free audio transmission,
traverses firewalls and NATs, provides bullet-proof connections
with minimal setup and low delay. Z/IP Mixer combines the
versatility of the rackmount Zephyr/IP with the utility of a
digital four-channel stereo mixer, all in a rugged, road-ready
portable chassis. Z/IP works seamlessly with any Livewire
devices.
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When your studio gear works with Livewire, the time and money
you save on cables and installation can be used for something
better (like that cool new network tester you've had your eye
on). Just plug devices with into the network using their
Livewire ports - no cable trays or stiff, bulky multipair
bundles needed.
Livewire is standards-based. Livewire uses the Internet’s IP standard for streaming media,
called RTP/IP, for Standard Streams. RTP stands for Real-Time
Protocol. It's the internet’s standard way to transport streaming
audio and video, just as TCP/IP is the standard for general data.
Since we adhere to Internet standards, your audio can be played by
PC players such as Windows Media and Real that support standard
protocols and uncompressed PCM audio.
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