ISE 2017: Audio-Technica increases network offering
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The Netherlands - Audio-Technica is to debut two new Dante-enabled ceiling-mount microphone solutions at ISE 2017, expanding its existing line of network audio microphones. The company’s complete ATUC-50 digital discussion system will also be on display for the first time - with a variety of seminars on the ATUC-50 and general microphone specification and deployment planned for the show.
The ATND931 Dante six-inch gooseneck microphone and ATND933 Dante hanging microphone are both available in a number of configurations, including black and white colour options and a selection of three polar patterns (cardioid, hypercardioid and MicroLine). All configurations come standard with the new ATND8734 ceiling-mount power module with Dante network output, offering a simple and cost-effective solution for integrating these new microphones with a Dante network without the need for a separate, standalone audio interface.
The ATND931 and ATND933 join the ATND8677 Microphone Desk Stand and ATND971 Network Boundary Microphone – the world’s first wired microphone products to transmit both audio and control data using the Dante network protocol. A simple Ethernet connection allows these microphones (powered by network PoE) to communicate across an existing network of Dante-enabled devices.
The ATND8734 comes equipped with an 80 Hz low-cut UniSteep filter, selectable for a flat response or low-frequency roll-off, as well as a three-position input gain level selector (+30 dB, +40 dB, and +50 dB) and green/red LEDs. All features may be configured and controlled remotely via third-party software. Audio-Technica has been working closely with industry-leading DSP manufacturers including Biamp, Symetrix and Bose to ensure Dante-compatible logic and remote control software integration for simple, flexible operation without the need for additional cabling.
ISE 2017 will also represent the first showing of Audio-Technica’s complete ATUC-50 digital discussion system with the recently introduced ATUC-50INT interpretation unit.
Designed for ease of use in situations where up to three languages are involved, the ATUC-50INT places control in the hands of interpreters thanks to the system’s intuitive web remote-based conference management software application.
Audio-Technica will host a seminar focused on the ATUC-50 digital discussion system on Friday 10 February between 10:00am – 12:00pm. To be held in Meeting Room G001 in the Auditorium Centre, the seminar will provide an introduction and guide to easy set-up, programming and system integration for integrators, end-users and distributors. To register for one of the limited seminar spaces, visitors are asked to email their name, job title and phone number to marketing@audio-technica.co.uk
In addition, Audio-Technica technical director Zsolt Zold will host two seminars as part of the InfoComm FlashTrack programme on Wednesday 8 February. Dealing with microphone choice, performance and positioning for conference environments, the seminars will be held at Booth 13-N100 at 10.30am (Hyper Hyper! – Polar Patterns and Performance) and 11am (Put It Right – Proper Positioning For Microphones).
(Jim Evans)
