At the upcoming AES convention in Los Angeles, Yamaha Commercial Audio (booth 1401) is launching the RMio64-D, a remote rack for Yamaha CL and QL Series digital consoles as well as NUAGE DAW systems that use Dante networking. It’s the fifth in a series of Remote I/O (Rio) racks.
The new RMio64-D enables audio from a CL or QL console to be converted to MADI and fed to an OB vehicle, for example, or a MADI based console can be easily integrated into a NUAGE system for post production.
Word clock synchronization can be an issue when converting between different audio formats, but with the RMio64-D MADI inputs and outputs built-in, sample rate conversion sources with differing word clocks can be connected without causing noise or dropouts.
In addition to redundant Dante network connections, the RMio64-D also supports MADI redundancy through simultaneous coaxial and optical connections. With the MADI Split (loopback) capability, a signal received at either the coaxial or optical input can now be retransmitted to the output.
The RMio64-D can be mounted via the CL or QL console touch screen displays with convenient remote control of Dante patching and sample rate converter settings (future update). Precision synchronization with the NUAGE system Direct Monitoring and VST System Link functions is also provided, as well as remote control from the NUAGE Workgroup Manager software.
“The RMio64-D allows smooth, simple connection between the MADI format and the Dante digital audio networking protocol that is rapidly gaining acceptance worldwide,” states Marc Lopez, marketing manager, Yamaha Commercial Audio. “Built-in sample rate conversion effectively overcomes word clock synchronization issues that would otherwise limit system design freedom, and extensive compatibility with CL, QL and NUAGE systems, significantly enhancing the value of those products for use in a broad spectrum of sound systems. Tight integration is the key to complete systems solutions offered by Yamaha for our customers.”
A late 2014 availability is expected, with a target MSRP of $3,800.
