2wcom Unveils NAB Line-Up

2wcom has revealed its line-up for NAB 2016. Among the products to feature at the show include:

FlexDSR02+/FlexDSR04+
The FlexDSR02+ and FlexDSR04+ are professional audio satellite system solutions that offer a combination of capabilities in a compact 1U IRD for audio contribution via satellite and IP. They now include the ability to streamline station ID handling across multiple locations, making it easier for US networks to fulfil regulatory obligations. The hourly station ID scheduler is time synchronized, with time zone configuration and time checking via NTP. With the FlexDSR's SIRC (Satellite In-Band Remote Control), users can simplify the deployment of the station ID files.

They feature versatile inputs for up to four different programs with analog or digital output, a full regional insert solution, SIRC for in-band control via satellite, and automatic weight balancing of quality parameters and program source switching (satellite, IP-line, ASI, SD card) in case of failure. The FlexDSR02+ and FlexDSR04+ have support for the latest codecs, in-built monitoring of operational parameters, and fast, reliable hardware which is upgradeable with software options.

FM2TS, a professional MPEG encoding gateway, is an 8-channel FM to MPEG Transport Stream IP gateway that can be used to provide FM audio to cable broadcasters, or to stream 8 FM channels to a quality assurance institution as part of an FM monitoring solution. The FM2TS can also be deployed as a solution for transmission to gap fillers or rebroadcasting. Reducing CAPEX and OPEX by concentrating 8 channels into a single device, the FM2TS also features 2wcom's new hardware platform, with support for leading-edge TS and IP functionalities such as multiple MPTS and SPTS generation, IPv6, HTTPS, and SNMPv3.

FM02. The all-in-one FM receiver solution combines the company's FM and RDS Monitoring expertise into a single unit that integrates the functionality for the multiple roles of demodulation, source-switching for FM backup, and FM/RDS parameter monitoring. As a demodulator, the FM02's dual inputs can receive one FM signal for rebroadcasting and another for monitoring, or the same signal on both channels for a backup solution.

FM Single Frequency Network System Solution This new solution provides assured μs-accurate synchronization for implementing FM SFN networks with existing analogue transmission infrastructure (just adapted to 1pps synchronisation). Distribution can be by E1, IP or satellite, and any one of the feeds can be selected for backup purposes without affecting the synchronisation. Adjustment of runtime differences, jitter, etc. is automatic.

FlexNsert/FlexXtract – DAB+ distribution via IP and satellite. FlexNsert+/FlexXtract+ DAB+ distribution solution offers professional ETI/EDI and EDI/ETI conversion and switching via IP or satellite according to existing standards. The technology provides flexibility, and there is the optional support of features like seamless switching, forward error correction, dual streaming, data spreading, data reordering and advanced bandwidth.

Werner Drews, Managing Director, 2wcom, said: "At NAB 2016 we are focusing attention on our FlexDSR02+ and FlexDSR04+ systems for audio via satellite, now with a very efficient station ID solution added for the US market. These are incredibly versatile units that far outstrip the capabilities of previous satellite receivers, with features that simplify operations, reduce costs and provide phenomenal robustness."

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