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November 19, 2008 BUYER’S GUIDE radioworld.com | Radio World 39 TECH UPDATES CircuitWerkes Sicon-8: Expandable Control The CircuitWerkes Sicon-8 is an eightchannel, dialup- and Internet-capable remote control that can be expanded up to 32 channels. Voice responses are user-recordable and can be uploaded digitally or as WAV/MP3 files or recorded in analog mode. The internal Web server’s two-second update time means that you see responses in near-real time, even when using 32 channels. The server has been designed to perform on major browsers including IE, Firefox, Opra, Safari and Chrome. It works on platforms including Windows, MAC OSX and Linux. The Sicon-8 uses an internal voltage reference to maintain calibration over broad temperature ranges and with widely varying input samples. A battery-backed real-time clock and 128-event scheduler handle multi-step timed events such as power and pattern changes. The Sicon-8 includes the Sicontroller software that gives the user enhanced control and programming capabilities. Multisite capability lets users control several sites from one computer. The free software includes a firmware updater, allowing users to add features to their Sicon-8 hardware in the field. Advanced logging, e-mailing alarms and virtual metering are included in the software. A scripting tool automates complex tasks from within the software and can be used for managing items like power changes or backup transmitter operations where status and meter values must be read and used as part of a decision process. By adding an accessory, the Sicontroller software can be used to access and program the Sicon-8 over the Internet. This provides a second method of Internet control in addition to the internal Web server. The system’s I/O, including eight channels of relays, are featured on the main chassis. Circuits that interface with the outside world are built on replaceable daughter boards, including the telephone interface, relays and Web server. Metering, status and control connections are on de-pluggable screw terminals. The hardware is expandable to 32 channels by adding up to three additional SX-8 expander chassis. For more information, contact CircuitWerkes at (352) 335-6555 or visit www. broadcastboxes.com. ATI Now Shipping DM500 ATI is shipping its new, “Cool Stuff” Award-winning Portable Digital Audio Monitor. The DM500 is both a digital audio monitor and digital-to-analog converter in a portable carry case. It accepts AES/EBU and S/PDIF digital audio formats from 27 through 96 kHz sample rate via XLR, BNC and RCA connectors. A 24-bit D/A converter feeds a stereo headphone monitor amplifier, balanced analog line outputs and a stereo LED meter. The DM500’s display tells the user about a digital audio signal including input level, sample rate, validity and errors. The stereo VU meter can be switched to indicate headroom below 0 dBFS (the digital maximum output of the D/A) or the analog output level with 0 dB midscale equal to +4 dBm output. Analog display ballistics are PPM for optimum indication of audio peaks. The DM500 is suitable for digital signal troubleshooting on the go, but is also at home on the bench or in a rack. Audio loop-through connectors let you insert the DM500 into a digital signal path, with input termination also provided. A battery clip for field work is included, or use an available external 24 VDC power supply. Info: www.atiaudio.com or call the company in New Jersey at (856) 719-9900. http://www.radioworld.com http://www.broadcastboxes.com http://www.atiaudio.com http://www.broadcastboxes.com http://www.belar.com

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Radio World - November 19, 2008 IBOC+Satellite? Subscribers Not Impressed The New World of AM DA MoM Contents Newswatch Buterbaugh Legendary in Upper Midwest From the Editor Buterbaugh: His Colleagues Look Back Workbench: What’s Wrong With This Picture? KFI Back at Full Power With New Tower 3G or Not 3G? That Is the Question Exploring HD Radio Availability in Philadelphia HD Radio Scoreboard Digital News GEP For That Bird Without a Wire A Chat With Bay Country Radiolicious Brings Radio to iPhones People News Belar FMHD-1 Clears the Skies Reader’s Forum Radio Thrives in Digital Age A Vote for Change

Radio World - November 19, 2008

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