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StudioComm 76 / 77 Surround Monitoring System

Highlights

Digital audio inputs

Analog audio outputs

Downmix

Channel mute/solo

Level adjustment, reference level, and dim

Model 76 Central Controller

Model 76 Central Controller

 

StudioComm Model 77 Control Console

Overview

The The StudioComm 76/77 Surround Monitoring System with digital inputs and analog outputs enables simple and effective monitoring of 5.1 surround and stereo audio material. Comprised of a Model 76 Central Controller and a Model 77 Control Console, this system is ideal for recording, postproduction, and broadcasting applications with analog-input loudspeakers.

Model 76 Central Controller

The Model 76 Central Controller is rack mountable and offers two surround (5.1) and three stereo (2-channel) digital inputs that are compatible with AES3id sources. Sample rates of up to 192 kHz and bit depth of up to 24 are directly supported. Exceptional dynamic range and extremely low distortion ensure that the audio quality of each source is maintained.

The Model 76 Central Controller has eight analog balanced line-level outputs organized as:

Surround (5.1)

Stereo (2-channel)

Model 77 and Model 71 Control Consoles

The Model 77 Control Console is the "command center." Designed to reside at an operator's location, it allows fingertip selection of all monitoring functions. Numerous LED indicators provide complete status information. Up to six unique input choices are available. Each of the choices can be configured from the system's two surround (5.1) and three stereo (2-channel) inputs. The configuration mode also allows stereo inputs A and B to be used as either stereo or dual monaural sources. This can be especially useful in broadcast applications where a 2-channel AES3id source may carry two independent monaural signals.

A large, easy-to-use rotary digital encoder provides control of the surround monitor output level in precise 0.5-dB steps. A 4-digit numeric display indicates the monitor output or dialnorm level in real time. The monitor output level can be adjusted via the rotary level control, the reference level function, or by way of the dialnorm information included in Dolby E metadata (refer to "Dialnorm Support").

The Model 71 Control Console works with the Model 77 to provide additional user locations with the most frequently desired functions: level adjustment, reference level, and dim.

One Model 76 Central Controller can support a combination of up to four Model 77 or Model 71 Control Consoles.

Specifications

Model 76 Central Controller

General Audio:
Frequency Response: 20 Hz to 40 kHz ±0.05 dB (192 kHz sample rate)
Distortion: (THD+N) 0.004%, ref 1 kHz, +4 dBu output
S/N Ratio: 86 dB, ref +4 dBu output
Dynamic Range: greater than 106 dB
Crosstalk: 104 dB @ 1 kHz; 90 dB @ 20 kHz, ref –1 dBFS input

Digital Audio Inputs: five (18 audio channels)
Configuration: two surround (5.1) and three stereo (2-channel)
Type: AES3id/SMPTE 276M (75 ohms, unbalanced)
Connectors: BNC
Supported Sample Rates: 32, 44.1, 48, 88.2, 96, 176.4, and 192 kHz
Word Length: 24 bits maximum
Sync Source: all inputs independently self-clocking

Analog Monitor Outputs: eight
Configuration: organized as one surround (5.1) and one stereo (2-channel)
Type: electronically balanced
Maximum Level: +26 dBu into 600 ohms or greater
Connector: 25-pin D-subminiature female

Downmix: 5.1 to stereo, stereo to mono

Stereo to Mono Bandpass Filter:
Response: –3 dB @ 100 Hz and 5 kHz, nominal, 12 dB/octave

Control Console Interface:
Type: RS-485, 115.2 kbit/s, 8-N-1
Connector: 9-pin D-subminiature female
Power: 12 volts DC, 200 milliamperes maximum

Remote Control Inputs: two
Functions: remote mute all, remote dim

AC Mains:
Requirement: 100, 120, or 220/240 V, ±10%, factory configured, 50/60 Hz, 30 watts maximum
Connector: 3-blade, IEC 320 C14-compatible (mates with IEC 320 C13)

Dimensions (Overall):
19.00 inches wide (48.3 cm)
1.72 inches high (4.4 cm)
8.75 inches deep (22.2 cm)

Mounting: one space in a standard 19-inch rack

Weight: 8.8 pounds (4.0 kg)

Model 77 Control Console

Application: up to four Model 77 Control Consoles can be connected to Model 76 Central Controller

Power: 12 volts DC, maximum current 100 milliamperes, provided by Model 76 Central Controller

Central Controller Interface:
Type: RS-485, 115.2 kbit/s, 8-N-1
Connector: 9-pin D-subminiature female

Control Data:
Type: RS-485

Data Rate/Format: 115.2 kbits/s, 8-N-1

Connector: 9-pin D-subminiature female

Dimensions (Overall):
7.20 inches wide (18.3 cm)
2.20 inches high (5.6 cm)
5.40 inches deep (13.7 cm)

Weight: 1.7 pounds (0.8 kg)

Model 71 Control Console

Application: up to three Model 71 Control Consoles can be connected to a Model 76 Central Controller

Power: 12 volts DC, 35 milliamperes maximum, provided by Model 76 Central Controller

Control Data:
Type: RS-485
Data Rate/Format: 115.2 kbit/s, 8-N-1
Connector: 9-pin D-subminiature female

Dimensions (Overall):
3.20 inches wide (8.1 cm)
2.20 inches high (5.6 cm)
4.10 inches deep (10.4 cm)

Weight: 0.8 pounds (0.4 kg)

Specifications subject to change without notice.

 
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