At the NAB 2022 show in Las Vegas next month (April 23-27), TSL is introducing the new SAM-Q-NET and SAM-Q-EDIT tools designed to bring the company’s audio monitoring capabilities to an IP networked world with support for ST 2110-30, ST 2022-7 and multiple control options that include NMOS.
The SAM-Q audio monitor from TSL allows users to tailor their operation to different environments. Supporting several operational modes that can be enabled and disabled as required, SAM-Q can be deployed in operational positions in studio facilities, OB trucks, master control positions and playout facilities. With the range of modes available, it can be configured to meet the usage requirements and skill level of its location before menu access is locked down to ensure that the configuration isn’t unintentionally changed.
SAM-Q-NET is equipped with both in-band and out-of-band control options, including NMOS support and a TSL RESTful API, with more planned for the future. Maximizing the number of control systems that the unit can be integrated with provides users with added choice and flexibility when it comes to planning their installation.
“SAM-Q-NET brings the benefits of the SAM-Q platform to broadcast IP networks, allowing our customers to benefit from the unique mode configuration available on the SAM-Q whilst benefiting from native IP integration, including both audio and control,” says Berny Carpenter, audio products manager at TSL. “Adding IP connectivity to the SAM-Q family means that we now have IP connectivity available across our complete range of audio monitoring units, from the top-of-the-range PAMs to the simple to use MPA range.”
SAM-Q-NET will also offer MADI and loudness software options, which are available as part of the SAM-Q platform, meaning it is possible to add functionality or repurpose the units as and when those features are needed. With a software-driven platform, TSL is also able to provide regular updates, adding functionality to the unit over time to meet changing user needs.
Meanwhile SAM-Q-EDIT is an offline editing tool designed to allow system designers and engineers to build configurations, apply modes, map sources and loudness probes, enter source names and control front panel interface settings while on the move. It is intended streamlines operations as configurations are ready to load upon arrival at an event, reducing set up time and removing the need to build configurations through the front panel menus. Also, with a visual display of all unit parameters, users can view and edit configuration files created on a SAM-Q audio monitor as well as view a readout of SAM-Q unit information for imported files.
