Wohler Technologies has made announced functional and operational enhancements to its flagship AMP2-E16V audio/video processing monitor.
The AMP2-E16V v5 features a new automation configuration menu and hot keys that allow the unit to recall presets automatically based on a predefined set of conditions, addressing even complex applications with a single button press. In addition to new automation and channel-cluster configuration options, v5 offers support for both Dolby and SMPTE 2020 metadata-based downmixing, more specific status window descriptors, and remote set-up and software update options via Ethernet connection.
The unit features dual 4.3-inch OLED displays that support dedicated video monitoring, metadata monitoring, loudness metering, audio routing and mix controls, and Dolby Zoom functions. In addition to enabling simultaneous multiformat monitoring for up to 16 channels of 3G/HD/SD-SDI, AES, analogue or TOSLink inputs in any combination, the system enables concurrent loudness monitoring and complete mixing and routing freedom.
‘Complete yet cost-effective test & measurement equipment is fundamental to broadcasters’ ability to maintain the integrity of the on-air product, as well as their compliance with industry guidelines and regulations,’ says Wohler Product Line Manager for audio and video products, Jeff McNall. ‘The AMP2-E16V audio/video processing monitor is designed to meet both of these requirements, and system enhancements available in our v5 release make efficient monitoring even simpler and easier for the operator, despite the complexity of video and audio monitoring in today’s broadcast plants.’
Already capable of providing monitoring of SMPTE 2020 and Dolby audio signals, the AMP2-E16V now can use either Dolby metadata or SMPTE 2020 metadata to set the centre and surround downmix levels. The system further automates operations through a new AutoSet button on the channel-cluster configuration screen. A click to the new button triggers the unit to name and arrange channel clusters automatically, based upon output selections in the monitor configuration menu.
To ensure that operators can take advantage of new AMP2-E16V features and functionality with ease, Wohler has modified the unit for updating via the Wohler Update Manager software, either over a network or via a crossover cable. During the update process, the system saves any preset configurations and can download presets into other units for easy replication of standard configurations for any given facility or application. A series of new screens illustrates the status of updates as they progress.
The v5 update is available as a simple upgrade to all current AMP2-16V and AMP2-E16V owners and comes standard on all new AMP2-16V and AMP2-E16V units being shipped. Current customers can upgrade their existing units with v5 features via the Wohler website, and the update will include all new features from the previous v4 release as well.
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