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SPECIAL EDITIONCALREC LAUNCHES APOLLOAT NAB 2009
SOUNDWAVESThe Calrec Broadcast Audio News Update
Issue 17
At the 2009 NAB Show, Calrec Audio unveil Apollo, providing more than twicethe processing power than Calrec’s Alpha platform and a channel count that setsa new industry benchmark. Apollo not only expands Calrec’s award-winningBluefin HDSP and Hydra networking systems, but also introduces a revolutionarycontrol surface that takes the concept of user configurability to new levels.
Apollo utilises Bluefin2, the next generation of Bluefin HDSP, which provides unrivalled resources at multiple sample rates. At 48kHz Bluefin2 provides Apollo with 1020 channel processing paths, 128 program busses, 96 IFB/Track outputs and 48 auxiliaries. At 96kHz, Apollo provides 510 channel processingpaths, 64 program busses, 48 IFB/Track outputs and 24 auxiliaries.
In addition, Apollo has a second dynamics section in each channel,more than 70 minutes of assignable delay and three independentAPFL systems for multiple operator use. As with all Calrec designs,these facilities do not share resources and are available to the userat all times. All this processing, including power supplies and all I/Orouting, is contained in a space-efficient 8U rack.
The Apollo control surface manages all these channels over 12layers and on up to 320 physical faders. In addition, the Calrec A/Bpath selection system is retained for those users who wish to usethe desk in a similar manner as Calrec’s Alpha platform products.Layers and the A/B path system can be disabled if not required.
The Apollo control surface features OLED displays and touchscreens to provide hi-resolution feedback of function and status,with light emitting knobs which change colour depending onfunction for immediate recognition. The surface can be instantlyconfigured into different operational settings to suit the operator.In assign mode the console mirrors the assign panels used onprevious Calrec designs. In channel strip mode the panels areconfigured to resemble an analog design.
Calrec has also developed Calrec’s Hydra network, using a a large-scale I/O router based on Hydra networking technology – Hydra2.
Hydra2 is an audio network that uses high capacity 8192 x 8192cross-point routers. Each console has a dedicated integral routerwhich enables all I/O to be remote from the console. A variety ofI/O units are available to provide Analog, AES, MADI, SDI and Dolby®E formats. All use copper or fibre connectivity, and can befitted with GPIO cards. Console routers can be connected togetherto form large networks. Stand-alone routers will also be available.
Like all Calrec consoles, Apollo is also highly resilient. Calrec’scustomers operate in mission-critical environments and soresilience is designed in from the ground up. This includes full automatic hot-swap redundancy systems in DSP, controlprocessor, router, power supplies and connections.
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APOLL0 - CALREC’S NEXT GENERATION AUDIO CONSOLE
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Apollo’s revolutionarycontrol surface takesthe concept of userconfigurability to new levels.
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Calrec Goes Global in Australia
Global Television, one of Australia’s largestbroadcast facilities companies, hascompleted work on the latest additions toits fleet of HD and SD outside broadcastvehicles with the purchase of three 56-fader Calrec Sigma with Bluefin digital broadcast consoles. The consolescomplement the existing vehicles inGlobal’s fleet, the majority of whichare already fitted with Calrec desks.
Global provides around 70% of Australianbroadcasters’ OB and external studiorequirements, and their trucks are regularfixtures at major Australian entertainmentevents and sports tournaments.Consequently, they have a large fleet ofvehicles in weekly use: five SD vehiclesand five HD vehicles, two of which are therecent double-expanding additions intowhich the Sigmas have been installed.
The third Sigma desk replaces a 48-faderclassic Sigma, which was moved toanother of Global’s SD OB trucks. Thenew consoles in the HD vehicles areadditionally equipped with the Hydra audio networking system, remote I/Ostage boxes and MADI multi-channelaudio interfacing.
Global has been a user of Calrec consolesfor many years, and all but one of itscurrent ten-strong OB fleet has a Calrecat its heart. Milan Milenkovic, Global’sTechnical Services Manager, explains why they’ve been such faithful customers.
“We chose Calrec primarily for its reliabilityand ease of use. As we have manydifferent operators using our consoles, we needed a high-quality reliable productthat was consistent throughout our fleet,as well being intuitive.
“Our relationship with Calrec goes back tothe days of the VCS digitally controlledanalog console, one of which saw activeservice in a Global truck for 17 years andwhich still works! That console proved tome that Calrec made quality products. The all-analog desks have also given usmany years of reliable service — we stillhave S2 and Q2 consoles in three of ourSD vehicles. More recently, the digitalconsoles have also proven to be intuitive,reliable and robust, not to mention offeringsuperb sound quality.
“We particularly like the small-formatremote I/O boxes, and the off-lineconfiguration software — it’s handy for ouroperators to be able to build and modifyconsole setups away from the truck, andit’s also useful for training operators withless experience.”
Two of the new Sigma with Bluefinconsoles have already seen use on avariety of projects including HD coverageof cricket, motor racing, rugby, soccer andthe Australian Idol talent contest. TheGlobal truck containing the third Sigmadesk went into service in early March.
For more information on GlobalTelevision’s HD & SD outside broadcastfleet, contact Marc Segar, Global’s General Manager, using the details on the back page.
Recent Sales Include
Canada Global Omega
Canada Rogers 3 x Omegas Communications plus Hydra
Chile UCTV Zeta
Dubai 24FiftyFour 3 x Omegas
Hong Kong Liaoning TV Zeta
Hong Kong Shanghai TV Zeta
Hong Kong RTHK Zeta
Hong Kong Hebei TV Zeta
Korea MBC Omega
Korea KBS Zeta
Kuwait Kuwait Ministry Zeta of Information
Qatar Al Rayan Zeta
Qatar Qatar TV Zeta with Hydra
Spain TVE 3 x Sigmas plus Hydra
Syria Syrian TV C2
UK Gearhouse Omega
UK Gearhouse Sigma
UK Bow TV Upgrades
UK Db Broadcast Zeta
UK Dega Broadcast ZetaSystems
UK Oxford Sound 3 x X2 & Media
UK IPE 3 x X2
UK NEP Visions Bluefin Upgrades
UK SIS OBS Omega
UK SIS OBS Bluefin Upgrade
UK Telegenic Hydra System
USA Home Shopping 3 x Zeta & HydraNetwork
USA NCP Sigma
USA Indianapolis SigmaMotor Speedway
USA NBC Zeta
USA Mira Mobile Omega & Sigma
USA WFLD Omega
USA Sony ADMZ Hydra Networking
USA Lyon Video Omega
USA Crosscreek Sigma
USA HBO Sigma plus Hydra
USA Dome Sigma
USA Turner Studios Alpha
USA NBC Bluefin Upgrade
USA NEP SigmaSupershooters
USA Game Creek Sigma
Calrec has announced that its FY 2008-2009 Americas sales remained strong inspite of the weak economy, enabling it tosolidify its position as the leading consolemanufacturer for high-end televisionbroadcast applications. Calrec, one of theprofessional brands under D&M Holdings,ascribed its success to the continuedloyalty of its customers, the addition of afull-time team in the U.S. in the past year,and the strong support of itsrepresentatives and distributors.
“Whether they operate from a studio or atruck, broadcasters must have rock-soliddependability. A live broadcast audioconsole is truly a mission-critical piece ofequipment,” said Courtney Spencer, SeniorVice President, Business and ProfessionalGroup, Americas, for D&M Holdings.
“That’s why ultimately, Calrec’s salessuccess is always based on the qualityand the reputation of the consoles. Thereare many leading mixers who know andlove the consoles and don’t want to useanything else.”
Calrec Audio’s strong position in themobile production market is unquestioned– with Calrec consoles in more than 60percent of HD trucks on the road in NorthAmerica today, according to Sports VideoGroup’s 2009 Mobile Sports ProductionYearbook. Among the outside productioncompanies that have installed Calrecconsoles in mobile production units thisyear are Crosscreek, Dome Productions(Toronto), Game Creek, NEP Denali, NEPSupershooters, Lyon Video, Mira Mobile,Token Creek, F&F Productions, Turner andYes Productions.
Sales during the past year equally reflectCalrec’s popularity in fixed studio facilities;among them some of the top names inthe North American broadcast industry:ESPN, Fox News, Global TV (Toronto),HBO, Home Shopping Network, NBCUniversal, Rogers Communications(Toronto), Turner Networks, the new MLBNetwork, Speed Network, and many more.
With its Sigma, Omega, and Zeta range ofconsoles and the popular Hydra networksystem, Calrec in 2008 also made newinroads into local and regional markets.New customers include WYES, KMSP,KGW, Mega TV, WFLD and UCTV, Calrec’sfirst ever sale into Chile.
Going forward, Calrec will further itsreputation as the brand to beat with thelaunch at the 2009 NAB Show in April of its most powerful audio console yet,Apollo, and of the next-generation Hydra2 distributed audio router.
New Staff
Calrec has strengthened its sales push in Asia Pacific and in Europe with the appointment of two key roles.Chas Rowden has been recruited to head up European Sales, while Graham Murray has signed up to takecharge of sales in Asia Pacific.
“Both have extensive experience with digital audio,” said Henry Goodman,Calrec’s Business Development Manager.
“They both have proven records ofincreasing sales for manufacturers directlyand by building and managing a networkof distributors and integrators. We aredelighted to have them on board as Calrec continues to grow and develop.”
Based in Singapore, Murray has over 20 years experience with audio consoles,including over 15 years with AMS-Neveand three years as Technical Director withFairlight UK. Due to complete his MBA inthe summer, Murray also spent manyyears in project management working with systems integrators, and has a highlevel of technical knowledge across the industry.
Overseeing the development of Europeanbusiness, Rowden also has over 20 years’experience in the professional audioindustry. He has a strong salesbackground which includes tenures atAmek, AMS-Neve and Fairlight, as well as Sales Director for Tyrell.
“With the launch of Apollo this is anexcellent opportunity to help develop astrong global brand at a very excitingtime,” said Rowden. “Calrec has alwaysbeen at the cutting edge of development,and providing users with specifictechnology which the rest of the industryfollows. I can’t wait to be part of it.”
Murray and Rowden have alreadysignificantly strengthened Calrec’sinternational distribution with theappointment of Sun Broadcast EquipmentGroup in India, Euro Media Technology inFrance and Media Logic in Germany.
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Calrec Audio Consolidates Position in the Americas
ARGENTINAARS TechnologiesContact: Martin SznaiderTel: 0054 11 4574 [email protected]
AUSTRALIASyncrotech Systems Design Pty LtdContact: Paul HeatonTel: 00 612 9879 [email protected]
BRAZILPhaseContact: Carlos E.O CapellaoTel: 00 55 21 2493 [email protected]
BULGARIA/ROMANIAEurosoundContact: Milko ValovskyTel: 001 514 934 [email protected]
CHILEAudioproContact: Antonio MonsaterioTel: 0056 2 269 [email protected]
CROATIAKapetanovic SistemiContact: Darko KapetanoicTel: 00 385 01 6040 [email protected]
CZECH REPUBLIC/SLOVAKIAElvia-Pro SPOL, S.R.OContact: Jaroslav RomanTel: 00 420 224 999 [email protected]
DENMARKProfessional Sound SystemsContact: Jes BaggerstedTel: 00 45 329 729 [email protected]
EGYPTIntegrated SystemsContact: Ashraf MannounTel: 00 20 2 [email protected]
FRANCEEuro Media TechnologiesContact: Denis DerigentTel: 00 33 149 [email protected]
GERMANY, AUSTRIA Media LogicContact: Robert TrebusTel: 00 49 30 259 [email protected]
GREECEPantheoContact: Tasos PandisTel: 00 3 010 362 [email protected]
HONG KONG, CHINA & MACAUJolly Proaudio BroadcastEngineering LtdContact: Andy LeungTel: 00 852 2191 [email protected]
INDIASun Broadcast Equipments Pvt LtdContact: Vinit GovilTel: 00 91 11 [email protected]
IRANLianpad Co LtdContact: Hamid BahktiariTel: 00 98 21 2272 [email protected]
ITALYAretContact: Alessandro AstiTel: + 3902 9227 [email protected]
JAPANHibino Intersound CorporationContact: Mr. Tadashi ShimojimaTel: +81 (3) 5783 3885 [email protected]
JORDANAVC Al-WaseetContact: Ali Abu KwaikTel: 00 962 6 553 [email protected]
KOREA Avix Trading Co LtdContact: Mr. Joo-Hong ChangTel: 00 82 2 565 [email protected]
LEBANONBroadcast & CommunicationSystem S.A.L.Contact: Joseph HallageTel: 00 961 [email protected]
MEXICORespuesta Integral S.A. de C.V.Contact: Rafael Rodriguez SerranoTel: 00 52 55 5766 3018 [email protected]
POLANDProfiAudio LtdContact: Igor PogorzelskiTel: 00 48 500 255 [email protected]
QATARSalem Media CastContact: Sami El ShafaiTel: 00 974 483 [email protected]
SERBIAPro VideoContact: Zoran CrnomarkovicTel: 00 381 11 311 51 [email protected]
SINGAPORE/MALAYSIATeam 108 (Support Center)Tel: 00 65 6748 [email protected]
SLOVENIAMTD Slovenija d.o.o. PtyContact: Dusan GajicTel: 00386 14 [email protected]
SOUTH AFRICATRU-FI ElectronicsContact: Richard FultonTel: 00 11 462 4256/7/8/[email protected]
SPAINConsultores Electroacousticos S.L.Contact: Guillermo AlberdiTel: 00 349 4620 [email protected]
SWEDENTranzicomContact: Ulf ReinhardTel: 00 46 8 730 [email protected]
SYRIAHamzeh and PartnersContact: Khaled HamzehTel: 00 963 (11) 332 [email protected]
TAIWANHi-Pro TechnologyContact: Christina ChenTel: 00 886 2 2563 [email protected]
THAILANDDSE Co LtdContact: Chai MekratriTel: 00 66 2 930 [email protected]
TURKEYERELContact: Deniz Guler SahinTel: 00 90 216 538 91 [email protected]
VENEZUELAAVCOMContact: Juan MendezTel: 0058 212 239 [email protected]
USABexel ASG West(Western USA and WesternCanada)Contact: Garrick LewisTel: 001 818 565 [email protected]
Bexel ASG East(South East and Mid West USA)Contact: Helen CarrTel: 001 [email protected]
Studio Consultants Inc.(North East USA and EasternCanada)Contact: Doug SimonTel: 001 212 586 [email protected]
REPRESENTITIVESKUWAITAdawliah Universal Electronics CoContact: George GuthrieTel: 00 965 953 [email protected]
Gulf MediaContact: Ahmed AmmarTel: 00 965 537 [email protected]
Marafie Engineering GroupContact: Khalid Alnoubani Tel: + 965 2461 1218 [email protected]
SAUDI ARABIADelta Company Ltd Contact: Suhail TarabulsiTel: 00 966 1 465 [email protected]
First Gulf Company Ltd Contact: Orlando CastroTel: 00 966 1 219 [email protected]
Modern Media SystemsContact: Khalid Abdul MajeedTel: 00 966 1 462 [email protected]
UNITED ARAB EMIRATESTek SignalsContact: Tariq RajaTel: 00 971 2 6272 [email protected]
UNITED ARAB EMIRATESSalam Media CastContact: Sandeep RanadeTel: 00 971 4337 [email protected]
WORLDWIDE DISTRIBUTORS
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