Studio Technologies Unveils Model 362

Studio Technologies has released the Model 362 Listen-Only Beltpack, featuring Dante technology.

For use by on-air talent or production personnel, the Model 362 is a 2-channel user device that supports headphone monitoring of two audio channels associated with a Dante application.

Features of the Model 362 include configurable audio channel routing, dual level controls, 1/4-inch and 3.5-mm output jacks, and Power-over-Ethernet (PoE) powering. With a PoE connection and a pair of headphones or an earpiece, a complete broadcast talent cue or audio monitoring location can be created. Known as an interruptible foldback or 'IFB', talent cueing is a critical part of on-air applications. The Model 362 can be used with other Dante-enabled products from Studio Technologies including the party-line intercom and IFB interfaces, 2- and 4-channel intercom beltpacks and announcer's consoles, as well as being interoperable with products from hundreds of other manufacturers.

Both power and bidirectional digital audio are provided via an etherCON RJ45 jack, which is used to interconnect with a port on a standard PoE-enabled network switch. Both 1/4-inch and 3.5-mm output jacks allow use of a range of stereo headphones, single- or dual-ear broadcast headsets, and stereo or monaural earpieces or earbuds.

The Dante Controller personal computer application can be used to route two audio sources to the Model 362's inputs. Two 'push-in/push-out' rotary potentiometers allow the user to set and maintain the desired level on the 2-channel headphone output. Four LEDs provide a clear indication of the unit's operating status.

In addition, the Model 362's functionality complements Studio Technologies' Model 370, 374 and 380 beltpacks. These products leverage the power of Dante and standard LAN networking, offering new ways to meet the needs of sports and broadcast applications.

Gordon Kapes, president of Studio Technologies, said: "Our new Model 362 beltpack provides the form factor, reliability and features needed to be effective in a variety of studio and field applications. The Model 362 leverages the capabilities of Dante with Studio Technologies' expertise in creating excellent professional audio and broadcast products. The result is a product that features simple deployment, application-tailored configuration choices and reliable operation while maintaining the pro audio quality and intuitive user experience Studio Technologies is known for."

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(JP/LM)