Cobalt Digital is showing technologies at IBC that are designed to provide an easy path to EBU R128 and CALM compliance, such as the LMNTS for comprehensive transport-based loudness processing, and transport stream compliance monitor SpotCheck.
LMNTS performs automatic loudness processing across many transport streams
LMNTS (Loudness Management for n-Transport Streams) uses Linear Acoustic Aeromax technology for automatic multi-stream loudness processing and is
described as easy to integrate and ideal for MVPDs and MSOs where a large number of diverse programming sources must be simultaneously controlled. It operates at the MPEG IP
transport layer which removes the need for external codecs transferring between baseband and MPEG external interfaces. Available in both IP and ASI versions, LMNTS extracts and
Headset mic range gets extended DPA By David Davies
Burgeoning industry demand for microphones able to complement HD and 5.1 delivery underlines DPA’s appearance at IBC2012, which finds the Denmark-based company showcasing its expanded d:fine series of headset mics.
The d:fine range is designed to be easy to fit and provides presenters and guests with a discreet microphone solution that can’t be seen on the face. The headset mics are available in both directional and omnidirectional options, in single or dual-ear designs, and with long or short booms.
Designed to fit comfortably, they adjust to accommodate
any ear size and head shape and can be mounted on either the left or right side of the head. Available in black, beige, brown, and lime green, each solution performs in either cabled or wireless settings and is able to accommodate a range of accessories including windscreens, power supplies, and adapters or cables with fixed connectors (MicroDot, 3- pin Lemo, TA4F mini XLR, Mini-jack).
DPA is also highlighting its d:facto hand-held vocal mic, which is said to bridge the gap between live stage performance and studio recordings. Suitable for live music broadcasting, d:factor delivers superior gain before feedback as well as an in- built three-step pop protection grid that effectively removes unwanted noise. A lightweight line of
DPA’s d:facto hand-held vocal mic bridges the gap between live and studio environments
broadcast-friendly miniature mics and the versatile Reference Standard range are also on display. 8.D70
decodes audio codec packets from the programme stream, performs high-quality PCM loudness processing, and then re-encodes and re-packets the audio within its stream. SpotCheck is described as an audio loudness measurement and recorded data logging system which takes the guesswork out of loudness measurement and logging and facilitates CALM and EBU R128 compliance. It requires no breakout from the MPEG stream and doesn’t affect the emission stream in any way. 10.B27
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