Quantum XL is a powerful portable IP audio codec with a built-in audio mixer that extends the technology introduced in the existing Prodys Nomada codec family.

Quantum codecs inherit world-class IP technology from the Prodys Ikusnet Video Codec Family: Automatic Jitter Buffer, Adaptive Bit rate, bonding of up to 7 IP links (Ethernet, 3G/4G, Wi-Fi) for secure audio streaming with the best possible audio quality.

A Wireless Communication Module is available with up to four 3G/4G data links with bonding capabilities. This module is external for better reception and versatile installation options.

The codec has 5 mic/line mono inputs and one stereo USB input/output that can be mixed, encoded and transmitted to form two independent stereo streams.

As an option, it is possible to replace the audio inputs for a Dante/AES67 or a Ravenna/AES67 interface.

AUDIO

  • Upto 5 mic/line mono inputs available for mixing, encoding and transmission transmisión in stereo mode.
  • Supports Mpeg1/2 LayerII, AAC, apt-X, G711/G722, OPUS and PCM.

COMMUNICATIONS

  • Inherits world-class IP technology from the Prodys Audio/Video codec family:
    – Automatic Jitter buffer. This adjustable buffer avoids audio dropouts in the IP connection.
    – Automatic synchronization adjustment with the transmitter site rate, to give a constant delay in IP communications.
    – Prodys NAT Traversal Streaming Protocol permits router firewall pass-through with zero configuration.
    – Prodys Real time Network Analyzer: to monitor critical network parameters in real time during the connection.
    – FEC (Forward Error Correction). Up to 24 different schemes are available, to fit to the desired delay and available bandwidth.
    – Error Concealment mechanisms on Mpeg audio modes are supported to reduce the impact of packet losses.
  • Bonding or Diversity with up to 7 IP links for secure audio streaming and the best audio quality possible.
  • 2 x Ethernet interfaces: Either to split streaming and control or for bonding/diversity with 2 IP links.
  • 4 x 3G/4G IP data links with bonding capabilities. Internal modem or External 3G/4G module for better reception.
  • Wi-Fi interface 802.11b/g/n compatible Bonding with Ethernet or 3G/4G.
  • IP Compatibility: SIP/SDP/RTP/STUN protocols are supported according to the standard defined by the N/ACIP project within the EBU group.
  • Local or remotely (TCP/IP) upgrading of one or several units at once using the same utility. Factory software upgrades can be downloaded.

OPERATION

  • User friendly interface via touch panel, built-in Web Server or ProdysControlPlus application.
  • User Access Control to define different access restrictions in a per user basis.
  • Configuration presets to define different configurations for all or some specific parameters.
  • Alarms: Real Time alarms management.
  • Serial port to transmit/receive ancillary data along with the audio.
  • GPIO port: 2 inputs/outputs. User configurable with multiple functions such as remote contact closures.
  • Long duration battery with charge and status indications. It can be charged on system.

5 x Mic/Line Audio Inputs

  • XLR connectors.
  • Electronically balanced inputs.
  • Independent Level Control (local or remote).
  • 48V Phantom powered.

1 x AES/EBU Audio Input

  • XLR connector.

1 x USB Stereo Audio Input/output

4 x Headphone stereo outputs

  • 6,35 mm jack connectors.
  • Independent Level Control.
  • User configurable.
  • Tx/Rx audio level balance control.

1 x Aux Stereo Audio output

  • XLR connectors.
  • User configurable.

Audio Compression

  • PCM (16,20 & 24 bits)
  • G722, G711 A/μ Laws
  • MPEG 1,2 Layer II
  • OPUS
  • Enhanced and Standard apt-X™
  • MPEG AAC LC, LD, ELD & HE (optional)

LAN

  • 2 x Ethernet ports for bonding, diversity or splitting control and audio stream.
  • 2 x RJ45, 10/100/1000BaseTx Ethernet connectors.
  • TCP/UDP/IP, Unicast, Multicast & Multi-Unicast.
  • DHCP, SNMP, DNS, SNTP, SMTP, HTTP, IGMP, ICMP, VLAN.
  • SIP/SDP/RTP/STUN comprising Tech 3326 EBU N/ACIP standard.
  • SIP Diversity with two IP interfaces according to Tech 3368 EBU N/ACIP standard.
  • FEC as per RFC 2733.
  • Error Concealment.
  • Prodys NAT Traversal Streaming Protocol.

Wi-Fi (optional)

  • Wi-Fi interface 802.11 b/g/n compatible.
  • Available for bonding or diversity with Ethernet and/or 3G/4G..

3G/4G (optional)

  • Streaming over 3G/4G networks with two options:
    • 2 x Internal modems.
    • External Communications Module. with up to 4 x 3G/4G SIM cards.

GPIO and RS232 Ports

  • 2 x contact closure inputs and 2 x relay outputs.
  • User configurable. Remote contact closures.
  • 1 x serial port (DB9F connector).
  • Tx and Rx of ancillary data along with the audio.

External Power Supply & Battery

  • Input: 100-240VAC, 1.8A / Output: 19VDC, 3.42 A.
  • Li-Pol battery pack (optional)

Dimensions & Weight

  • Width: 270mm; Height: 85 mm; Depth: 235 mm.
  • Weight: 2,3 Kg.