2002 AES
New Products Guide
Test
Equipment
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2002 AES New Products Guide |
Test
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| INTRODUCTION AC Power Products Acoustical Materials CD/DVD Duplicators/Recorders Computer Peripherals Computer Software Connectivity Control, Sync & Automation Digital Converters Loudspeakers Microphone Preamps Microphone Products Mixing Consoles Music Products Power Amplifiers Recording Devices/Editing Systems Signal Processing—Hardware Signal Processing—Software Test Equipment Wireless Products Other Products |
Audio Precision PSIA-2722 AP's acclaimed System
Two and System Two Cascade PC-based, high-performance audio test/measurement
systems have been enhanced with the addition of the new PSIA-2722 Programmable
Serial Interface Adapter option. The PSIA facilitates the connection of
chip-level devices, such as AD/DA and sample-rate converters, to a System
Two Cascade and Cascade Plus system. Devices may have a variety of interface
protocols: different logic families and voltage levels, clock rates, word
orientations and formats. To address the ongoing
problem of loudness inconsistencies between channels and programs, Dolby
Labs offers the LM100 Loudness Meter. This new analysis tool provides
a broadcast-friendly solution for measuring the loudness of content, enabling
broadcasters to eradicate the subjective loudness differences in their
television audio. The LM100 is capable of accepting PCM, Dolby Digital,
Dolby E, analog and combined RF cable television signals. Using Gold Line's
DSP30 analyzer platform with the STI-PA signal CD developed by TNO Laboratories
in the Netherlands, contractors have an accurate measurement system for
quantifying speech intelligibility. With the STI-PA signal playing, a
single push of the button on the Gold Line DSP30 produces the STI, converted
to the Common Intelligibility Scale as specified in IEC standard 60849. Designed solely for
audio system burn-in, the Ultra Burn-in CD3000 precisely "burns-in"
audio system components for use by audio/video pros and serious audio
enthusiasts. The Ultra Burn-in CD3000 provides maximum, uniform burn-in
for preamps, tuners, CD players, DVD players, mixers, and virtually all
passive electronic components, drivers, interconnect cables, loudspeakers,
etc. The Ultra Burn-in CD3000 also includes a DTS 6-channel surround burn-in
data track. The CD is $19.98. The perfect tool for troubleshooting and setting up measurements, NTI's Digilyzer is a highly functional tool for digital audio field testing. It includes audio signal analysis, ancillary data interpretation, carrier signal analysis, as well as the analysis of video-related audio problems. It's equipped with an internal speaker for dual-domain monitoring. These powerful features make the Digilyzer ideal for all types of digital troubleshooting, checking, maintenance and repairs. NTI North America PureSoundThe ideal module for
speaker production line testing, NTI offers a new option for its Rapid
Test (RT) voice band analyzers. This solution objectively and reliably
features Rub&Buzz testing, sound correlation and click detection.
With test times less than one second, the Rapid-Test is the ideal production-line
test solution. PureSound detects every subtle audible failure, such as
rubbing coils, connecting wires touching the cone, misplaced membrane,
excess glue or air leaks. Now available for
the Prism Sound dScope Series III audio test system, a new automated unit
provides either 2:16 or 16:2 switching with the option to connect a high-current
load for power amp testing. Controlled by the dScope Series III software,
the switcher can be automated using VBScript so that testing of multichannel
products—such as DVD players or mixing consoles—can be fully
automated. With the smallest form factor of any high-performance test
system, the dScope Series III with automated switching provides a fully
comprehensive automated test solution for as little as a quarter of the
cost of leading alternatives. The Rane RA 30 combines
a Real-Time Analyzer, SPL meter and stereo VU meter in a single rackspace.
It also offers a 5x30 LED array for superb accuracy, whether the user
is viewing the selectable RTA, the 30 segment SPL or VU meters. The front
panel unbalanced Cal Mic input is calibrated for the included Mic 2 microphone.
Retail: $549. The Model 90 Switcher
is designed to provide multiple-microphone support for measurement systems,
such as SIA Software's SmaartLive. Up to eight mics can be connected and
routed to the two outputs. A USB interface allows PC control of source
selection, facilitating manual and automated operation. Using the Model
90, audio pros can easily realize the advantages of obtaining multiple
measurement points. The compact, lightweight unit is a strong addition
to permanent or portable measurement systems. SRP: $695. By combining more
than 25 digital audio test, analysis and utility functions in one portable
device, TerraSonde provides—for the first time—the means to
do serious digital audio troubleshooting and analysis (including jitter
and lock tests) in a handheld device. The DSP-powered Digital Audio Toolbox
DATB-1 has two digital inputs, digital and analog outputs, word clock
in/out and a serial port. It supports AES3/EBU, S/PDIF, Toslink and ADAT,
at 24 bits and 96 kHz. TrueRTA is a real-time
analyzer for evaluating audio systems and music using a PC with basic
sound capability. TrueRTA runs under Windows and includes a low-distortion
signal generator, digital voltmeter, dB meter, crest meter, oscilloscope,
and high-resolution, real-time audio spectrum analyzer. Version 2.0 is
a free upgrade for all registered users. The basic Level 1 version is
free at www.trueaudio.com.
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