The upgrade to software release 2.0 provides DJs as well as engineers a variety of new features. Via 'User Rights Management', the engineer in charge is able to freelycreate user groups with individually assigned user rights. The user groups are password protected against unauthorised access. Individuals can have the rightto change console adjustments according to their level of training, for example selection of sources to faders, channel presets, storage of snapshots, adjustmentof the parameters EQs, DYN, MIC preamp and many others.
The Aeon Setup Tool (AST) has also been improved. Clean feed busses can be changed individually on the console as well as switching of panorama/balance and pre/post fader allowing flexibility in creating return signals. AST offers access to the specification of the AES output stream format enabling the user to choose between professional and consumer formats.
The GPI management has been enhanced by providing a trigger action during system start up to perform macro programmed actions such as routings and GPIs. Additionally the monitoring section has been improved for extending of talk back features. Monitor Mute is now also affected by microphone CUE actions following Aeon's intelligent MUTE logic.
The software release 2.0 supports Klotz Digital's CMI GPI 16 as an external device to control and tie in additional devices. Thus the number of GPIs is expanded to a total of 24.
In addition Aeon is based on the new VADIS 212 router which now has "absolutely silent operation". It features a fanless architecture and PSU which is installed at thefront panel of the frame, offering easy accessibility and the ideal requirements to install the frame in noise sensitive on-air in-studio environments.
(Jim Evans)
