Merging Technologies’ ZMan module, now serves as the core ST 2110 engine in several of Studio Technologies products, having integrated seamlessly into the company’s existing board designs – initially developed for supporting Dante – without requiring extensive rework.
‘We’ve implemented the ZMan module into products like our Model 5682 ST 2110 to Dante Bridge, the Model 5512A Audio Interface, and the Model 5518A Mic/Line Interface. And we have more products in development that will also use ZMan,’ says Studio Technologies President, Gordon Kapes.
Merging Technologies reputation for excellence in IP-based media solutions, particularly ST 2110, offered the support and expertise Studio Technologies required. ‘Merging Technologies has a great reputation in the industry,’ Kapes confirms. ‘The company’s experience with ST 2110 application is extensive, and the specifications and real-world performance offered met our needs. The transition to the ST 2110 solution was painless.’
The switch to Merging has also enabled Studio Technologies to offer a more advanced and reliable ST 2110 implementation. According to Kapes, the difference in performance and compatibility has been significant. ‘Our ST 2110 support is now far superior to our previous offering – and this is all thanks to Merging Technologies.’
In addition to the technical benefits, Kapes emphasises the value of the partnership with Merging’s engineering team. Merging’s engineers worked closely with Studio Technologies to ensure its hardware was supported and has regularly provided firmware updates to address issues reported from the field.
‘ST 2110 is not trivial and getting it “right” is challenging for everyone,’ Kapes says. ‘But Merging has been responsive to our needs. When we initially found that the ZMan module didn’t directly support our hardware, Merging engineers quickly made changes to accommodate us. This willingness to collaborate has made a big difference.’
Using the ZMan module, Studio Technologies has successfully advanced its ST 2110 product line and is optimistic regarding the ongoing partnership. ‘ST 2110 is still relatively new and certainly not yet simple, but it’s great to be in a collaborative partnership where we’re all working towards providing a better customer experience.’
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