Shure ISE 2017 Product Releases

Integrated Systems Portfolio

Experience the Shure installed sound portfolio at ISE February 7–10, 2017. We're excited to share with attendees new A / V conferencing solutions that increase meeting productivity and foster collaboration. Below are several new products that attendees are invited to explore hands-on and in presentations by our product experts.

For more info http://www.shure.com/americas/ise-2017

 

INTELLIMIX® AUDIO PROCESSING

IntelliMix P300 Audio Conferencing Processor

The IntelliMix P300 Audio Conferencing Processor offers IntelliMix DSP algorithms optimized for A / V conferencing applications, featuring 8 channels of acoustic echo cancellation, noise reduction and automatic gain control to ensure a high quality audio experience.

The P300 provides Dante® (10 in / 2 out), Analog (2 block in / 2 block out), USB (1 in / out) and Mobile (3.5 mm) connectivity options that make connecting to room systems and collaborating with laptops and mobile devices easier than ever.

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ANIUSB-MATRIX USB Audio Network Interface with Matrix Mixing

The ANIUSB-MATRIX USB Audio Network Interface complements the existing ANI4IN and ANI4OUT products. It connects up to 4 Microflex® Advance™ or Microflex® Wireless microphone channels, and one analog input to a room A / V conferencing system or a PC-based A / V conferencing application via USB connection.

ANI22 Audio Network Interface

The ANI22 Audio Network Interface can bring up to two mic / line signals onto or from a Dante network for easy audio routing and convenient browser-based remote control. Available in XLR and block connectors.

ULX-D® Digital Wireless for A / V Conferencing

ULXD6 Wireless Boundary Microphone Transmitter

Combined with ULX-D receivers, the ULXD6 Wireless Boundary Microphone Transmitter delivers uncompromising digital audio clarity and solid RF performance in a form factor that fits perfectly in business settings.

ULXD8 Wireless Gooseneck Base Transmitter

Combined with ULX-D receivers, the ULXD8 Wireless Boundary Microphone Transmitter delivers uncompromising digital audio clarity and solid RF performance in a form factor that fits perfectly in business settings.

SBC450 4-Bay & SBC850 8-Bay Networked Charging Stations

Conveniently charge, monitor and update ULXD6 and ULXD8 transmitters equipped with the SB900A rechargeable battery. Transmitters simply slide into the SBC450 4-Bay and SBC850 8-Bay chargers; no need to remove the SB900A battery.

When SBC450 and SBC850 chargers are connected to a network, charging status of transmitters can be viewed remotely. Plus, while transmitters are in the chargers, transmitter settings or firmware can be updated using Shure Wireless Workbench®, SystemOn software or third-party room control systems.

 

Microflex Wireless Improvements

Microflex® Wireless Firmware Updates

Scalable configurations are now available in 2-, 4- or 8-channel models to fit a variety of channel count requirements.

Multiple units now can be combined to support configurations of up to 80 compatible audio channels in standard mode and up to 160 channels in High Density mode (region dependent).

Conference & Discussion

Electronic Name Sign

The Electronic Name Sign can display information such as name, title, country and logo on a high-contrast, high-resolution, grayscale e-ink display. The sign can be used in single- or dual-delegate mode.

Interpretation Console

Featuring a newly developed control surface, the Interpretation Console provides absolute clarity and accuracy for simultaneous multi-language interpretation in international conferences. ISO compliant.

SW 6000 Software Update

The SW 6000 Conference Management Software for Windows enables you to configure, control, manage and customize every conference and meeting. When used with the DCS 6000 Digital Conference System, SW 6000 enables a comprehensive range of applications.

Centraverse™ Updates

CVG12D & CVG18D Gooseneck Microphones

Available in 12" (30.5 cm) and 18" (45.7 cm) lengths, these new professional electret condenser microphones feature an integrated desktop base and inline preamp. Designed for use in general installed sound reinforcement and A / V conferencing applications.

ALLEN & HEATH STRENGTHENS DLIVE WITH NEW FEATURES AND SUPPORT PACKAGE

To coincide with the launch of dLive C Class, Allen & Heath has released a major firmware update to all dLive mixers, further enhancing the functionality and processing capabilities of the system, plus a package of warranty and service upgrades to customers of its flagship dLive S Class.

New features in V1.4 include advanced dynamic processing with the Dyn8 plugin providing 4 bands of dynamic EQ and 4 bands of multiband compression, DCA spills, quick Virtual Soundcheck mode, plus the Dimension Chorus Rack FX unit. There are also new additions to the array of DEEP embedded plugins, comprising the Peak Compressor/Limiter 76 emulation of a classic compressor, plus the Multi-Stage Ducking Processor. Also new to V1.4 is the option to display a third, independent view on an external monitor.

"We have been working with A&H modelling classics from Sawmills stock, measuring differences and relevance for live use,” comments John Cornfield, engineer at Sawmills (Muse, Supergrass, The Verve, Oasis). “I think the results are astounding – 16VU is an excellent rendition, Opto captures both the rough and smooth of optical compression, and 76 peak limiter is a faithful model of two particularly pleasant units, one old, one new."

Further to the firmware update, owners of dLive S Class systems will also benefit from a free warranty extension to 3 years. In support of the dLive Rental Network, a community of almost 200 professional PA companies stocking dLive S Class Systems around the world, Allen & Heath has also introduced a Fly&Hire service, through which the company will help facilitate local hire of the system wherever in the world an engineer, band or production company might be travelling.

V1.4 is available to download immediately from here.

Audio Biz is honored to be selected at the Rep of the Year from Allen & Heath!

Audio Biz is honored to be selected at the Rep of the Year from Allen & Heath!

Our very own Shawn McLoughlin received a Bulldog Award for his passion for selling and using A&H in his live productions. Allen & Heath manufacturers professional audio mixing consoles for live, studio, broadcast, PA, installation, contractors.

QSC Provides Glimpse into the Future of Audio, Video and Control Processing

QSC, LLC, announces a groundbreaking technology demonstration that will run existing 4th generation Q-SYS™ software on a high-performance standard Dell EMC PowerEdge R730 server. This industry-first demonstration provides a glimpse into the future of the market where larger installations use centralized data center processing. The demonstrations will take place at the Integrated Systems Conference (ISE) Show, February 7-10, 2017 at stand 7-Q170.

The Q-SYS Platform is centered on audio, video and control (AVC) solutions that take advantage of existing IT hardware, protocols and standards. The Q-SYS Platform uses standard Intel™ processing, Linux™ operating system services and IEEE networking protocols. The technology demonstrated at ISE is the next evolution of this design paradigm, decoupling existing Q-SYS software from proprietary hardware and creating an architecture where centralized AVC processing can live in the data center. Now processing intensive features such as AEC and feedback suppression can become a shared resource for any meeting room across the enterprise. This, combined with a portfolio of cost-effective meeting room I/O peripherals, allows users to reliably distribute content and control using existing IT network infrastructure.

Moving to standard mainstream server hardware reflects a typical enterprise IT environment and provides several benefits, particularly for corporate environments and global enterprises, including:

• Simplicity and Familiarity: follow established server deployment, maintenance and management best practices
• Centralized Resourcing: easier room resource moves, adds and changes; automate on-demand deployment of DSP-intensive features such as AEC
• Flexibility: more effectively support centralized, distributed or hybrid system configurations; and enable current and future software and service deployment models
• Reliability: redundant power supplies, networking, storage, and processing as well as standard Dell BIOS level features including Dell Remote Access Controller (DRAC)

“The shift from dedicated hardware to centrally deployed software solutions for video, audio, and control systems makes perfect sense,” explains Saar Litman  senior analyst at Wainhouse Research. “Today’s AV managers work within the IT department, and they expect solutions that behave like IT solutions in terms of scalability, extensibility, manageability, and integration with existing IT tools. The technology demonstration by QSC at ISE is directly in line with this migration from hardware to software.”

“We expect these kinds of systems to become the norm for corporate and larger scale enterprise installations in the future,” says TJ Adams, Director of Installed Systems Product Management. “By running the existing field-hardened Q-SYS software on a standard Dell EMC server, users have full backwards compatibility and can expand capabilities of their system by merely adding flexible and inexpensive I/O meeting room end points, such as the recently announced I/O-8 Flex Channel Expander. If localized processing is required in the meeting room, our range of medium-sized to smaller Unified and Integrated Cores, including the new Q-SYS Core 510i processor, fit seamlessly into the design.”

“Furthermore, we work hard to leverage existing, widely accepted technologies when it makes the most sense, such as using Linux as the basis for our Q-SYS software stack, in effect creating an AVC Real-time Operating System (RTOS),” continues Adams. “Our partnership with Dell is the latest example of this philosophy. They are experts in designing, manufacturing and supporting enterprise-grade servers globally, and QSC looks forward to benefiting from their expertise. Our partnership allows the Q-SYS software development team to do what it does best – push the boundaries of audio, video and control innovation at the software level to meet the evolving needs of our partners and customers.”

Per recent product announcements, QSC will continue to innovate and expand the Q-SYS Platform to provide standards-based in-room solutions that are highly flexible and simple to deploy and manage; including PTZ-IP conference cameras, lower channel count Core processors, I/O peripherals, bridges and streaming hardware.

“We are delighted to collaborate with QSC to enable the future of audio, video and control platforms,” said Ron Pugh, vice president and general manager for Americas OEM Solutions, Dell EMC. “We have been delivering high performance, highly reliable enterprise IT and server solutions for decades, and we recognize the value of organizations like QSC to innovate at the software layer, using our IT-proven enterprise server platforms to deliver the architecture and solution set the IT customer expects.”

“As AV and IT departments move toward a unified IT-centric organization, managers are being told that audio, video and control are now under their care and expect standardized enterprise-class platforms that cost effectively scale,” said Joe Pham, President and CEO of QSC, LCC. “By integrating a malleable software-based AVC platform with powerful Dell EMC standard servers, our technology demonstration at ISE highlights an inevitable shift in our industry to standards-based IT platforms. With the support of our valued server partner Dell EMC, this demonstration is yet another manifestation of ‘AV built for IT’, and I am proud to see QSC be the first to get there.”

The Q-SYS technology demonstration will be shown at scheduled times at the QSC Systems stand 7-Q170 at the Integrated Systems Conference (ISE) in Amsterdam. To sign up for a 15-minute presentation and for more information about QSC Systems at ISE, please visit: www.qsc.com/ise2017

About QSC
QSC is a globally recognized manufacturer of audio, video and control solutions for huddle rooms to stadiums—and everything in between. Our systems make it easy for your team to design and integrate flexible, scalable solutions and deliver the native IT integration and standards-based technology your customers expect. This is AV built for IT.

For More Information:
call 815-271-3000 or email sales@audiobiz.com

QSC and Shure to offer integration between Shure Microflex networked microphones and entire Q-SYS Platform

Partnership provides native control and audio integration for best-in-class conference room microphones and AV solutions

Costa Mesa, Calif. (January 9, 2017) QSC, LLC and Shure Incorporated are proud to announce an expanded level of integration between Shure Microflex® Advance™ and Microflex® Wireless microphones with the entire Q-SYS™ Platform.  The partnership includes the release of new control plug-ins for the Shure MXA910 Ceiling Array Microphone and Microflex Wireless microphone systems. The latest Q-SYS Designer Software v5.3 update enables a multitude of audio connectivity options including audio integration via Dante, analog audio as well as AES67. Simple setup and configuration is assured with the addition of a detailed quick start guide to integrate audio and control between the Shure and QSC systems.

The Shure MXA910 Control plug-in, co-developed by QSC and Shure, allows a myriad of different audio control, preset recall, and monitoring functions on the MXA910 from the Q-SYS platform using Q-SYS peripherals and touch screen controllers.  Because the MXA910 control plug-in is decoupled from the audio integration method in Q-SYS, it lets the integrator use the plug-in for control while being able to choose between different audio transport methods, whether that be via analog audio using the Shure ANI series, the Q-SYS Dante Bridging card, or the newly-introduced AES67 software support on the Q-SYS Core processor series.  By using AES67 as the audio integration method, every Q-SYS Core processor in the platform can be easily integrated with the MXA910 without any additional hardware bridging devices or software licenses. This includes the class-leading Q-SYS Core 110f, offering the industry’s most cost effective pairing of DSP, AV Bridging, and Control with its 16 channels of AEC, which can accommodate up to two MXA910s in a single rack space over a single network connection.

The setup guide, also co-developed by QSC and Shure, provides step-by-step instructions on how to integrate the MXA910 with Q-SYS using AES67 for networked audio streaming and the built-in plug-in for control and monitoring of the MXA910 from Q-SYS.

“Integration at the software layer between Q-SYS and the Shure Microflex networked microphones provides integrators with the ability to offer truly unified, AV solutions to their end users for projects of any scale, including those leveraging the new Q-SYS AV-to-USB Bridging solution for conference room camera connectivity to soft-codec applications,” explained Martin Barbour, Product Manager for Installed Systems at QSC. “By decoupling control integration from the audio transport mechanism, we offer the integrator the ability to choose the most appropriate audio transport method for their application while ensuring best-in-class performance from microphone through to loudspeaker, including all processing and amplification in between.”

"We are tremendously excited to expand our partnership with QSC and to continue improving the overall experience for our shared customers," proclaimed Chad Wiggins, Senior Category Director of Networked Systems Products at Shure. “Offering control plug-ins in Q-SYS Designer Software for the Shure MXA910 Ceiling Array Microphone is a natural extension to the tools already available for Microflex Wireless Microphone Systems. In addition, the setup guide we co-developed provides a valuable resource for system designers considering the technical details of integrating the MXA910 with the Q-SYS platform using AES67. These are great examples of the commitment to improving user workflow and interoperability our two companies share.”

Furthermore, because Q-SYS is the only software-based audio, video, and control Linux realtime operating system (RTOS) platform, it will enable QSC and Shure developers to expand the library of control plug-ins to other Shure products and allow integrators to incorporate them into future designs with a simple software update.

The Shure MXA Control Plug-in and setup guide will be available with the release of Q-SYS Designer Software v5.3 in early January 2017.

FAQ QLX-D Firmware Update Version 2.0.16

Shure is pleased to launch updated firmware for QLX-D® Digital Wireless systems. Components and systems with new firmware (2.x) are now shipping. 

However, we want to make you aware of an issue regarding transmitters and receivers that do not currently operate with this new firmware. 

• Transmitters on firmware 2.x will not pass audio from receivers on firmware 1.x, and vice versa.
• Not all inventory in the Americas distribution center has been updated to firmware 2.x. 
• Therefore, shipments may occur where transmitters and receivers on the same delivery are not compatible with each other out of the box.

The solution: 

• Customers, Dealers and End users will need to note that there is a firmware label on the outside of the master carton, individual carton and each component bag within the individual carton.
• An informational 1-sheet will be placed in each individual box stating that if your component does not function properly a firmware update is needed. 
• The customer is instructed to go to the Shure Update Utility to update the firmware. 

An FAQ Document is attached and we are available to help you or your customers with this issue.

Please call 815-271-3000 or email sales@audiobiz.com if we can help.

Allen & Heath has launched two iPad apps to further enhance the dLive digital mixing experience

Allen & Heath has launched two new iPad apps for its dLive line of audio mixing systems: dLive MixPad and dLive OneMix. dLive MixPad provides comprehensive remote control of the live mis and dLive OneMix focusses on personal monitoring. dLive MixPad offers extensive control capability over channel processing, including filters, gates, parametric and graphic EQ, compressors and input/output delays, and gives the user instant access to any of the mixer’s channel faders and mutes, DCA faders and mutes, pan, aux sends and assignments as well as mic-pre control and full metering. dLive OneMix is a version of the dLive MixPad app that locks control to a single aux monitor mix to give the musician customized personal monitor control without affecting the other monitors or FOH main mix.

ALLEN & HEATH LAUNCHES NEW APPS FOR DLIVE

Allen & Heath has launched two iPad apps to further enhance the dLive digital mixing experience. dLive MixPad provides comprehensive remote control of the live mix, whilst dLive OneMix focusses on personal monitoring.

dLive MixPad offers extensive control capability over channel processing, including filters, gates, parametric and graphic EQ, compressors and input/output delays, and gives the user instant access to any of the mixer’s channel faders and mutes, DCA faders and mutes, pan, aux sends and assignments as well as mic-pre control and full metering.

Other unique features for system setup include a real time analyser (RTA) to assist EQ’ing monitors and PA, the facility to name and colour channel strips, custom layers with drag ‘n drop strip setup, and channel PFL control for monitoring.   

dLive OneMix is a version of the dLive MixPad app that locks control to a single aux monitor mix to give the musician customised personal monitor control without affecting the other monitors or FOH main mix. Multiple iPads can be set up by an Admin user to give the artists a custom set of controls.

Similarly, it is also possible to connect multiple MixPads to run in conjunction with a dLive Surface or Director software to provide simultaneous control, including independent PAFL buses. This function could enable one engineer to use the Surface to mix FOH and another an iPad to mix monitors on stage. 

“MixPad offers dLive users the freedom to roam the venue or installation and control levels, the mix, EQ, dynamics and delays on the fly,” comments Allen & Heath’s R&D director, Rob Clark. “MixPad also offers comprehensive wireless control for a number of applications, such as monitor mix stage setup, soundcheck and PA tweaking, and surfaceless rack fixed installs.”

dLive MixPad and OneMix run on the current dLive firmware, V1.3, available to download from www.allen-heath.com.

For more information or to place and order call 815-271-3000 or email: sales@audiobiz.com

Denon Lectern Active

Denon Marantz LECTERN ACTIVE

Amplified lectern with built-in speakers

The Lectern Active is a portable audio lectern for multi-media presentations – perfect for hotels, churches, conference rooms and convention centers. This all-in-one unit is loaded with professional features and convenient touches, all designed to make any public speaking or presentation engagement a snap. This product eliminates the need for separate tripod stands, bulky external powered speakers, mixers and having to run a maze of connection cables. With the Lectern Active, you’re always in control, with an easily-portable, easy-to-use solution.

Key Features for Every Presentation Need

Lectern Active is beautifully designed to anticipate your needs. It’s self-powered, with a powerful built-in speaker system that can easily project clear sound into very large spaces. It comes with a flexible gooseneck microphone, multiple inputs for your devices and a USB-powered lamp port so you never have to search for lighting. It has charging sockets to keep your devices ready to go, so there are never any unpleasant surprises in the middle of your presentation. Extra AC outlets mean you don’t have to run long, clumsy extension cords to keep everything powered up. Finally, rubberized top surface keeps your presentation materials exactly where you want them, instead of sliding all over the place. Lectern Active has it all!

Powerful Audio to Clearly Project Your Sound

Above all, Lectern Active is an audio presentation system, so it had better be capable of covering large spaces with detailed, intelligible sound. Don’t worry—Lectern Active has Denon Professional’s years of audio engineering excellence to back it up. A 200W peak amplifier driving four rugged 5 ¼-inch woofers and a horn-loaded high-frequency driver ensures the audience will hear every word and note of your presentation with lifelike clarity. A distortion-limiting circuit keeps the sound clean and clear at all times, while the simple-to-operate 2-channel mixer allows you to select and combine different signal sources like a pro.

For more information or to place an order call 815-271-3000 or email sales@audiobiz.com

Shure Launches SystemOn Audio Asset Management Software

Shure Launches SystemOn Audio Asset Management Software

Management of Mission Critical or Large Shure Audio Hardware Deployments for Improved IT Workflow 

Niles, Ill., November 15, 2016—Today, Shure Incorporated unveiled its SystemOn Audio Asset Management Software, a solution designed to complement the Company’s existing wireless systems by providing management and control across enterprise-wide deployments. SystemOn provides centralized IT support and real-time troubleshooting for Shure Microflex® Wireless and ULXD ® Wireless systems and the SCM820 automatic mixer, with an efficient hardware status view from one central portal that identifies issues such as dead batteries and missing equipment and enables remote adjustment of channel level, mute status, and other parameters. For IT administrators and AV technicians responsible for large-scale and mission critical corporate and higher-education installations, the SystemOn framework provides enhanced convenience and ease-of-use.

In the modern business environment, constant connectivity is an absolute must. However, technical issues with AV equipment can often waste meeting participants’ time and require tech support, which can be more difficult and time-consuming at larger facilities like corporate and university campuses where resources are already spread thin. To make matters worse, the cause may turn out to be as simple as a dead battery.

The SystemOn solution is capable of remotely monitoring battery life, audio levels, and RF/spectrum status for various Shure hardware devices, enabling AV/IT technicians to control these devices from a central location. Users can be confident that potential problems will be detected before they become critical. Additionally, the link between Shure software and hardware provides greater convenience for technicians, serving as a comprehensive, cost-effective solution that does not require complicated programming like third-party control systems. 

“The SystemOn solution will be most beneficial for AV/IT professionals tasked with managing mission critical facilities,” said Chad Wiggins, Senior Director of Networked Systems at Shure. “SystemOn software tells technicians information in real-time, before issues arise. SystemOn helps these technicians manage large deployments of Shure audio systems more efficiently, which increases uptime and maximizes the value of their investment in AV equipment.”

SystemOn software is sold through a subscription license that covers a defined time period, ranging from one to five years. Each network-connected device—such as an MXW APT access point and NCS charger, ULX-D receiver, or SCM820 automatic mixer—requires one license. The software will be available for purchase through any authorized Shure system integrator or distribution center.

For more information on Shure and the SystemOn Audio Asset Management Software, please visit:  http://www.shure.com/systemOn.

If you’d like to know more about SystemOn and how it can help your business or get a demo please contact Audio Biz: sales@audiobiz.com