Portable Audio Encoder for Audio Streaming & Compression

Quantum Lite is the Prodys handheld audio compression encoder for broadcast and radio professionals for news reporting, remote commentary applications and other audio streaming needs. This audio compression device enables extremely reliable field audio contributions over wireless networks by concurrent use of two 3G UMTS or 4G LTE or 5G network connections.

Features include:

  • High reliability with dual SIM operation
  • Long life with large battery capacity
  • Low latency audio encoding with proven Opus & Aptx audio compression codecs
  • Universal use with professional XLR microphones
  • Professional set-up with input & output volume and cue balance setting with easy-to-use knobs
  • Quantum Lite combines up to 4 uplink IP connections: 2x 3G UMTS or 4G LTE or 5G, 1x Ethernet, & 1x Wi-Fi for reliable in the field operation
  • Off-line operations are easy tasks with embedded audio recording, edition and transfer.

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AUDIO

  • Low delay audio encoding and compression with Opus & Aptx (G722 and MPEG Layer II optional).
  • XLR mic/line input. Headphone output.
  • 2nd stereo audio input /output.
  • stereo USB audio input /output.
  • 3x push-lock audio controls for mic, local headphone and return signal control.

COMMUNICATIONS

  • Inherits world-class IP technology from the Prodys Audio/Video codec family (BRAVE protocol) with full error correction method and Bonding or Diversity.
  • SIP and SIP Diversity according to N/ACIP EBU Tech 3326 and 3368 (Optional).
  • Double UMTS /LTE operation. (Double SIM registration).
  • 1x Ethernet interface.
  • Wi-Fi interface.

OPERATION

  • Hand-held reporter codec.
  • User friendly interface via touch panel. Intuitive handling.
  • Large autonomy battery.
  • Audio recording on SD memory, playback, edition and file transfer.

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width: 177mm; Height: 43 mm; Depth: 93 mm.
  • Weigth with battery : 580 g.

Power Supply & Battery

  • 1x Li-pol battery (autonomy 4h) (+ optional spare batteries).
  • 1x VDC input (operation & charging).

User interface

  • 1x capacitive touch panel 95 x 55mm.
  • 1x remote web control.

Audio inputs /outputs & controls

  • 1x XLR microphone /line input with phantom.
  • 1x headphone mini jack output Ø3.5mm.
  • 1x line level stereo input mini jack input Ø3.5mm.
  • 1x line level stereo output mini jack input Ø3.5mm.
  • 1x stereo audio USB input /output port.
  • 3x push-lock controls for mic, local headphone and return signal control.

Communications

  • 2x integrated UMTS /LTE modems (micro SIM slots).
  • 1x Ethernet port (10/100BaseTx Ethernet, RJ45 connector).
  • 1x USB port
  • BRAVE protocol with bonding or diversity.
  • SIP and SIP Diversity protocols according to N/ACIP EBU Tech 3326 and 3368 (optional).
  • OPUS & APTX audio compression. (G722 and MPEG Layer II optional).

Other functions

  • 1x audio recording on removable SD memory (micro SD slot).