DBX PMC16 Personal monitor controller

Overview Dial in YOUR mix exactly as YOU want it, in Real Time.

The PMC16 is a 16 channel personal monitor controller which allows the user to create a custom mix from 16 channels of audio. Designed to be used with the dbx TR1616 or any other BLU link compatible device, the PMC16 allows for monitoring with headphones, in-ear monitors, powered monitors, or traditional wedge monitors. Multiple PMC16s can be daisy chained using CAT5e cable allowing each user to receive 16 channels of high-resolution digital audio and create their own personalized mix to suit their monitoring needs. The PMC16 comprises a 16 channel mixer section with full control of levels, panning, effect send levels, muting, and soloing. Onboard Lexicon© reverb provides the finishing touch. The PMC16ʼs output processing section includes: stereo width control, wedge monitor compensation EQ, high and low master EQ, master level control, and dbx limiting. With a Setup Wizard for ease of configuration, full 16 channel level metering, channel grouping, 16 preset locations for future recall of configurations and mixes, and an intuitive yet powerful user interface, PMC16 gives you the power to dial in YOUR mix exactly as YOU want it, in real time.

Recommended for: Portable, Tour.

• 16 Channel Monitor Mixer with Level, Pan, Mute, Solo, & Reverb Send Control
• 16 Preset Locations for Mix & Configuration Recall
• LCD Display with 16 Channel Metering
• Built-In Lexicon© Reverb
• dbx PeakStopPlus™ Limiting
• Global High & Low EQ
• Global Master Level Control
• Global Stereo Width Control
• BLU Link High Bandwidth, Fault Tolerant Digital Audio Bus
• XLR & 1/4” Stereo or Mono Outputs
• 1/8” & 1/4” Headphone Outputs
• Setup Wizard for Easy Configuration
• Supports 48 kHz & 96 kHz Sampling Rates
• Channel Linking, Grouping, & Multi-Select Capabilities
• Supports up to 60 PMC16s on a Single BLU Link Ring
• Built-In Sturdy Mic Stand Mount
• USB Port for Firmware Updates

                    AES, S/PDIF, Optical I/O - Word Clock/Video In - 6 Word Clock Outs
                    Optional X-Video expansion card to provide master video sync generator
                    Realtime format conversion between all digital formats
                    Direct Digital Synthesis (DDS) using Apogee´s C777 Clock Technology up to 192kHz
                    Adaptive Loop Filtering (ALF) to optimize clock performance and minimize jitter
                    Three stage Termination Sensing for each word clock output

                
                INPUTS
                    2 x AES-EBU on XLR 44.1k-192k single-wide and 88.2 k–192k double-wide.
                    S/PDIF optical on TOS-LINK 44.1-48k
                    S/PDIF coaxial on RCA 44.1-192k
                    ADAT 44.1-48k
                    ADAT/SMUX II for 88.2-96k
                    ADAT/SMUX IV for 176.4-192k
                    Word Clock BNC 44.1 –192k
                    Video
                    Optional video sync (X-Video card)
                
                OUTPUTS
                    2 x AES-EBU on XLR single or double wide 44.1-192k
                    S/PDIF coaxial 44.1-192k
                    S/PDIF optical on TOS-LINK 44.1-48k
                    6 x BNC Word Clock 44.1-192k (of which 2 can output 256fs at low sample rates)
                    ADAT
                    SMUX II
                    SMUX IV
                    Optional video sync (X-Video card)
                
                SPECS
                    Sample rates: 44.1/48-88.2-96-176-192 . All +/- 10%
                    Video: PAL/NTSC/60Hz
                    "SuperClock" (256fs)
                    Pull up/down 0.1% and 4% from any sample rate
                    Apogee´s new Ultra Low Jitter C777 clock
                    Three stage termination indicator (under/correct/over) on each
                    Word Clock output:
                    "SureLock" technology for drop out prevention
                    4 digit numeric true sample rate indication
                    Universal power: 15 W 90-250 VAC 50-60 HZ

Connection:

Any interface with these digital I/O connections:
Word clock, ADAT/SMUX, S/PDIF, AES
         
Operating System:

Mac and Windows    

The Symphony I/O Chassis from Apogee provides two I/O Module slots for a variety of digital audio conversion options that form the interface side of the Symphony I/O. Elegant and easy to use, the front panel of Symphony I/O Chassis presents the visual feedback needed to monitor levels, sample rate and clock status, along with the controls required to adjust gain, output levels ,and select the Audio Interface Mode (AIM).

The rear panel provides access to the two I/O Module slots that are capable of a combined thirty-two channels of input and output. PCI, USB and Ethernet connectivity ensures complete compatibility with popular workstations, while the panel also includes Wordclock I/O connectors and termination, LoopSynch I/O connectors, and a quiet digitally-controlled fan to keep everything running cool.

The Audio Interface Mode (AIM) allows the system to be optimized for the most popular audio workstation environments, including Symphony PCI, Pro Tools HD PCI, USB audio, or to function as a standalone converter. With a two-step adjustment using a single front panel encoder knob, the interface can be easily switched back and forth between the preferred modes.

The optional five I/O Modules allow the user to choose from standard configurations, or customize the following - channel count, analog to digital input, digital to analog output, microphone preamps (requires an analog card) and digital I/O.

The Soundweb London BLU-102 offers a fixed configuration of 10 analog inputs and 8 analog outputs, an analog telephone interface, configurable signal processing, AEC processing, and a high bandwidth, fault tolerant digital audio bus.

The RJ-11 port enables the BLU-102 to interface with a standard POTS (aka PSTN or Analog PBX) telephone network.

The BLU-102 has open architecture which is fully configurable through HiQnet™ London Architect. A rich palette of processing and logic objects and a "drag and drop” method of configuration provide a simple and familiar design environment.

The BLU-102 contains dedicated AEC processing for up to 8 independent AEC algorithms. The AEC algorithm can be applied to signals coming from the local analog inputs or from the digital audio bus. 8 individual AEC references (one per algorithm) allow the user to provide a solution for multiple conferencing spaces using a single device.

Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Noise Cancellation (NC) are also provided per AEC algorithm. AGC ensures that microphone levels remain at an optimum level, and NC removes steady state noise (such as from a projector fan or air conditioning device) from the signal path.

This processor features a low latency, fault tolerant digital audio bus of 48 channels which uses standard Category 5e cabling giving a distance of 100m between compatible devices. Fiber media converters can be used to increase the distance between devices to over 40km.

The BLU-102 is compatible with the entire Soundweb London family and its 48 channel digital audio bus represents channels 1-48 of the larger 256 channel digital audio bus when integrated with the BLU-800, BLU-320, BLU-160, BLU-120, BLU-BIB and BLU-BOB devices.

Analog Inputs provide software configurable gain in 6dB steps up to +48dB per channel and software selectable Phantom Power per channel.

Phantom Power, Signal Present and Clip information per channel is easily accessible, without the requirement for a PC, from clear front panel LED indication. A bi-directional locate function allows devices to be identified both from and within HiQnet London Architect.

12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs allow the BLU-102 to be integrated with GPIO compatible devices. The Soundweb London Interface Kit, comprehensive documentation which details how Soundweb London systems can be integrated with third party control systems, is included within the installation of HiQnet London Architect.

The BLU-102 and the other members of the Soundweb London family provide the building blocks of the perfectly tailored system solution.

Key Features:
• 10 Analog Inputs (with 48v Phantom Power per Channel)
• 8 Analog Outputs
• RJ-11 Telephone Input/Output Port
• Configurable Signal Processing
• 8 Channels of AEC Processing with Auto Gain Control and Noise Cancellation
• Rich Palette of Processing and Logic Objects
• 48 Channel, Low Latency, Fault Tolerant Digital Audio Bus
• Clear Front Panel LED Indication
• Bi-Directional Locate Functionality
• 12 Control Inputs and 6 Logic Outputs for GPIO Integration
• Soundweb London Interface Kit for Third Party Control System Integration (Documentation)
• HiQnet Device
• Configuration, Control and Monitoring from HiQnet London Architect

The MULTIGATE PRO XR4400 provides four frequency-selective expanders/noise gates in a single rack space. Each section comprises an ultra-fast gate, a program dependent expander, a filter section and precision meters indicating both threshold point and gain reduction.

The included side chain parametric filters allow the user to fine-tune control signals so that the gate reacts only when required. The Interactive Attack Control (IAC) circuit analyzes the program material to calculate the attack time of the gate. Separate hold and release controls offer additional flexibility. The XR4400 has a switchable operating mode for the gate and expander. With the MODE function off, the unit works in gate mode using an extremely fast attack time, thus preserving the transient details of the program material. In expander mode, the device analyzes the shape and dynamic contents of the input signal to calculate the control time parameters. The result is that vocals, instruments and complex mix signals can be cleaned up without audible clicks or other detrimental effects.

A couple function on the XR4400 provides a great deal of flexibility to link the expander/gate sections in a master/slave configuration.