April 14th, 2008
Radio All In one: the first unit of its kind on the market to combine many features
ECRESO (www.ecreso.com) announced that they are introducing at NAB2008 on the Audemat booth N7932 the new NEXT FM. The NEXT FM is a new generation of FM exciter that can be delivered in 3 different power ranges 1W, 20W or 100W. On top of classic broadcasting functionalities, NEXT FM includes additional and innovative features such as stereo encoding, FM/HD/DAB sound processing, RDS encoding, audio back up, capability to manage a 1+1 installation and perform preventive maintenance with embedded broadcast test equipment.
NEXT FM comes in three different packs: standard, high quality or re-broadcasting pack and seven different versions to match as many requirements as possible. “This is Radio All In One” states Jean-Baptiste Roux, “we just need to add an antenna and you are on the air!” adds Roux. “We have decided to combine the Ecreso “know-how” for FM transmitters to the Audemat expertise in RDS, Audio over IP, Remote control, FM broadcasting and Audio Processing.” The NEXT FM reflects current issues facing engineers: lack of space, price and efficiency concerns.
Ecreso 1, 20 or 100 W exciter
It has low distortion < 0.05 % and the best FM S/N ratio > 80 dB. It also has a very good channel separation up to 50 dB over the whole band and PLL controlled by microprocessor. It is adjustable from 2 to 20W or 10 to 100W (depending on version). Those exciters are compatible with Ecreso amplifiers or any other brand available on the market.Digital stereo generator
The NEXT FM includes an extremely accurate and stable digital stereo generator that allows the audio bandwidth to be extended to 17 kHz without affecting the pilot!Basic RDS functions standard: artist name, song title, PS scrolling
Users can choose between a basic RDS encoder or an advanced RDS encoder for TMC, ODA, Scheduler capabilities etc… Engineers will benefit from Audemat’s world leading experience in RDS.A unique digital audio processing system:
It is a world-class audio processor, the first one in its class available on the market either in 2, 4 or 6 bands. The 4 band version features 2.8 Giga flops of processing power which allows a sampling frequency for processing of 192 kHz and a sampling frequency for the final clipper at 1.5 MHz. The NEXT FM provides an analog feel to the sound with the accuracy you would expect from a digital processor. “The DSPs in the ECRESO NEXT FM feature one of the highest calculation rates available to date (4 giga-flops).” states Nicolas Boulay, Vice President of Research and development for ECRESO.3 levels of audio backup
The user defines timing and cross fades: if digital audio fails switch to analog input, if digital and analog fail switch to web stream (new), if all of the above fail play audio stored on internal hard drive This is a unique Audio over IP feature – the first available on the market in this type of equipment.Remote control
The option is delivered with the new SCRIPTEASY V2 - Graphic control software. An API is available for transmitter remote control over a serial connection.Reliability and efficiency
The ECRESO R&D team worked specifically on the reliability of the unit to avoid any potential failure. In fact, the operating system is contained within flash memory to insure continued operation in case of the remote possibility of hard drive failure. The NEXT FM includes 2 power supplies for maximum redundancy in the 100 W standard and both 20 W and 100 W high quality version. The unit is very efficient as it replaces several units at the site.Availability
Standard and high quality pack will be available in June 2008; retransmitter pack will be available on the 2nd half of 2008About Ecreso
ECRESO (http://www.ecreso.com) is a leading company in developing and manufacturing extremely reliable and compact FM (20 to 10 solid state, air or liquid cooled) and DVB (low power 0.5 to 200 Watts) transmitters for radio and TV broadcasters.
The philosophy of ECRESO is to ensure the user an optimal redundancy and therefore achieve maximum reliability. The 5th generation ECRESO "solid-state" transmitter outputs power levels ranging from 20 W to 10 kW. It is the result of over 20 years of experience combined with "avant-garde" design and components.
The ECRESO transmitter line provides a perfect answer to FM Radio and DVB/TV broadcasting requirements from the simplest independent radio stations to the most complex networks. The whole line meets the most strict international requirements and is made in accordance with the ISO 9001 quality standards.
ECRESO also provides full service to its customers by designing "turn key" radio stations world-wide. ECRESO is headquarted in Bordeaux-Merignac France, France. Ecreso is an Audemat company
For more information, please contact Sophie Lion Poulain + 1 305 249 3110 or lion@audemat.com
