As the latest addition to the TSL Products’ range of entry-level MPA1 audio monitors, the new MPA1-Solo-IP is designed to support broadcasters’ transition to IP working.
The MPA1-Solo-IP offers the same features as TSL’s MPA1-Solo-SDI, with ‘scroll-to-hear’ functions that allow operators to quickly monitor 16 audio channels, as well as the ability to view video sources but with the added benefit of monitoring across redundant SDI and IP networks for future-proofed confidence without compromise.
With the smallest form factor on the market for a rackmounted IP-based audio monitor, the MPA1 range has been designed to meet the demands of even the most compact and space limited environments where fast audio QC is needed. TSL’s MPA1 units are commonly used across studio control rooms and within OB trucks and fly packs to monitor audio mixer outputs and technical monitoring of the feeds.
The MPA1-Solo-IP can host 2 Embrionix SFP modules for IP connectivity for cost-effective redundant ST-2022-6 and ST-2110 audio and video monitoring. Borrowing design concepts from the MPA1-Solo-SDI, the unit also supports SDI, AES and analogue audio source monitoring via BNC or fiber via SFP+ port connection, while retaining the compact and lightweight deployment found on all MPA1 audio monitors.
‘We strived to design a compact audio monitor that aid broacasters in their transition towards IP,’ says Audio Product Manager, Stephen Brownsill. ‘In fast-paced production environments, it is essential that broadcasters have reliable, flexible tools that fit seamlessly into their operations, while offering ease of use and familiarity as personnel shift and move between productions. Whether monitoring redundant SDI infrastructures or redundant IP networks, the MPA1-Solo-IP provides confidence monitoring without compromise.’
As with all MPA1 monitors, the MPA1-Solo-IP features SNMP connectivity with additional integration to control systems via Ember+ and NMOS. This allows engineers to set presets and operators to recall MPA1 states as part of a system salvo, thereby minimising risk and complexity. The range also offers a built-in web server, offering operators the ability to manage channel names and system parameters remotely over an Ethernet network, view audio levels, and signal status and format via a user-friendly web GUI.
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