Studio Technologies has announces the Model 385 Mic/Intercom Beltpack, a compact and lightweight Dante-enabled option for broadcast and live-events that use parabolic microphones, boom poles and other specialised microphones.
The Model 385 combines a high-performance microphone preamplifier with a single-talk/two-listen intercom interface, delivering a combination of on-air mic and intercom audio resources in a convenient beltpack form factor. Supporting Dante audio-over-Ethernet networking and powered via Power-over-Ethernet (PoE), the Model 385 integrates into modern fixed and mobile broadcast environments.
‘The Model 385 was developed to address the evolving needs of broadcast sports and live entertainment production teams that require reliable, high-quality microphone and intercom functionality in a highly portable format,’ says Gordon Kapes. ‘By combining exceptional audio performance, Dante networking, and flexible monitoring capabilities into a single rugged device, the Model 385 gives field audio personnel an efficient and intuitive solution for demanding production environments.’
Using a standard 3-pin XLR connector, the Model 385 supports both dynamic and condenser mics with selectable P48 phantom power available for condenser mics. A low-noise, low-distortion microphone preamplifier circuit offers adjustable gain ranging from 20-65dB, in 1dB increments. The analogue signal is converted to 24-bit digitaland output through a Dante transmitter channel.
A 5-pin XLR connector allows connection of a broadcast headset, with adjustable gain and low-voltage electret power support for the headset mic. The output from this is routed through a second Dante transmitter channel, activated via a pushbutton talk switch, to provide intercom communication with other Dante-enabled beltpacks and intercom devices.
‘The flexibility of Dante networking was a major design priority for the Model 385,’ adds Kapes. ‘Users can easily integrate the unit with Studio Technologies products as well as a wide range of Dante-enabled equipment from other manufacturers. The unit is Dante Domain Manager compatible and offers AES67 compliance..’
The Model 385 allows users to create customisable headphone mixes by combining up to four audio sources routed to the headset’s dual-channel headphone output. Three push-in/push-out rotary controls enable adjustment of listen levels for the main mic preamplifier output and the two incoming Dante receiver channels. These channels are commonly used to support intercom and programme audio feeds. An integrated sidetone function provides confidence monitoring of the headset’s microphone signal.
Optimised for broadcast sports and live entertainment productions, the Model 385 delivers quality audio with low distortion, low noise and high headroom. Its rugged aluminum enclosure features an integral belt clip for convenient placement during field operation.
The Model 385 can be configured using the free STcontroller software application from Studio Technologies. Configurable parameters include microphone gain, phantom power, headset electret power, headset routing, sidetone operation and talkback button behavior. The unit also supports STcontroller’s VenueView event monitoring capabilities.
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