Broadcast Audio Consoles
Field Box
Broadcast Audio Consoles
The Fieldbox fills a need for more cost-effective I/O. The expense of existing Hydra2 I/O means it is not being utilised to its full strength. Some customers have cut their equipment costs by interfacing Calrec systems with 3rd party I/O such as Optocore, sacrificing the advantages offered by Hydra2. Where Hydra2 I/O is being used, and sources are spread over a large area, I/O boxes are not being placed as close to their sources as they could be, meaning customers are still having to use lots of long runs of heavy, low-capacity cabling. Lower cost I/O boxes mean that more can be afforded so they can be located closer to their sources, allowing for significant savings on rigging time and overall cabling cost, as well as reducing cable storage and transport. Reducing the distance analog mic level signals are carried also reduces the noise and interference picked up, improving audio performance.
Fieldbox applications are not limited to outside broadcast, they can benefit any fixed or temporary installation where a small number of analogue inputs and/or outputs are required in a specific location, such as control room monitor feeds, small studios and voice-over booths. The Fieldbox provides all of the benefits of Hydra2 in a cost-effective package. The unit functions just like any other Hydra2 I/O, providing remote control over input settings, and utilising Hydra2’s sophisticated sharing, protection and access management system, along with active status monitoring, and a backup Hydra2 network connection.
Specifications
• 8 x Analog Mic/Line inputs on XLR, with remote control over gain and phantom power
• 8 x Line level analog outputs (Standard AES59/“Tascam” female D-25 pin-out)
• Redundant Hydra2 connectivity on SFPs
• 100-240V AC input
• 10-30V DC input
• Optional external PSU available for power redundancy
• Max power consumption 25W
• Fan-less design
• Dimensions 220mm W x 384mm D x 40mm H (1U)
• Fixing holes in the base
Broadcast Audio Consoles
Broadcast Audio Consoles
The Fieldbox fills a need for more cost-effective I/O. The expense of existing Hydra2 I/O means it is not being utilised to its full strength. Some customers have cut their equipment costs by interfacing Calrec systems with 3rd party I/O such as Optocore, sacrificing the advantages offered by Hydra2. Where Hydra2 I/O is being used, and sources are spread over a large area, I/O boxes are not being placed as close to their sources as they could be, meaning customers are still having to use lots of long runs of heavy, low-capacity cabling. Lower cost I/O boxes mean that more can be afforded so they can be located closer to their sources, allowing for significant savings on rigging time and overall cabling cost, as well as reducing cable storage and transport. Reducing the distance analog mic level signals are carried also reduces the noise and interference picked up, improving audio performance.
Fieldbox applications are not limited to outside broadcast, they can benefit any fixed or temporary installation where a small number of analogue inputs and/or outputs are required in a specific location, such as control room monitor feeds, small studios and voice-over booths. The Fieldbox provides all of the benefits of Hydra2 in a cost-effective package. The unit functions just like any other Hydra2 I/O, providing remote control over input settings, and utilising Hydra2’s sophisticated sharing, protection and access management system, along with active status monitoring, and a backup Hydra2 network connection.
Specifications
• 8 x Analog Mic/Line inputs on XLR, with remote control over gain and phantom power
• 8 x Line level analog outputs (Standard AES59/“Tascam” female D-25 pin-out)
• Redundant Hydra2 connectivity on SFPs
• 100-240V AC input
• 10-30V DC input
• Optional external PSU available for power redundancy
• Max power consumption 25W
• Fan-less design
• Dimensions 220mm W x 384mm D x 40mm H (1U)
• Fixing holes in the base