Glensound Express IP MKII

The Express ip MKII was designed to provide a quick and easy solution when it is necessary to provide interfacing for two commentators, with simple facilities, into a Dante/ AES67 audio network. This high quality commentary unit is ideal for those looking for cost effective solutions without paying for unwanted features; the Express ip MKII is worthy of investigation.

Inputs
Two front panel mic inputs with selectable 48V phantom power.

Outputs/Talkback
Each mic input has its own individual output. The second mic output can be switched on the rear panel to be a mix of both mic inputs.  The two talkback circuits have individual outputs and are common for both commentators.

Monitoring
There are four inputs for external sources, and one sidetone pot of their own voice and another pot for monitoring the other commentator. These are available independently to each commentator on individual pots, so each can adjust the inputs for their own preference of mix level. There are two 6.35mm headphone sockets – 1 for each commentator. A 7 segment LED PPM meter displays level. 

Network
The network connection is AES67/Dante compatible and is available on the rear panel on an RJ45/CAT5 connection.  It offers 4 input channels and 4 output channels.

Power
There is an internal switch mode AC power supply, or the Express ip can be powered by PoE if powered by a switch that provides power over Ethernet.

Key features:

• Two commentary positions
• Dante network audio interface
• Four external monitor inputs
• Sidetone (own voice) monitor circuit
• Other commentator monitor circuit
• Two common talkback circuits
• Operation of talkback buttons configurable
• Mic inputs with selectable 48V phantom power

MICROPHONE INPUTS
Mic Gain (Dynamic): 54dB
Mic Gain (Phantom Power): 44dB (37dB via internal link)
Input Impedance: 1k2
Noise @ Channel Outputs: >= -70dB (22Hz - 22kHz A weighted 300 Ohm termination)
Noise @ Mix Output: >= -67dB (22Hz - 22kHz A weighted 300 Ohm termination)
Phantom Power: 48 Volts @ 9.7mA

COMPRESSOR/ LIMITER
Type: Complex multi-point curve
Input Level : Output Level
    -54       :       0
    -44       :       +5
    -34       :       +8.5
    -24       :       +10
    -19       :       +12.5

Headroom : 35dB

NETWORK INTERFACE
Physical: Neutrik Ethercon
Type: RJ45 compatible
Chipset: This device uses Audinate's Ultimo chipset

SIGNAL PATH (Input to Output)
Frequency Response: Flat : 53Hz to 10.5kHz
Frequency Response: <= -1dB : 40Hz to 15.2kHz
Frequency Response: <= -3dB : 30Hz to 22kHz
Distortion: -44dB input : 100Hz <=0.04% : 1kHz <= 0.01% : 10kHz <= 0.006%

HEADPHONES
Line input impedance: > 47kOhms
Frequency Response from Inputs: >= +/-2dB 50 Hz to 24kHz
Gain/ Loss Range: Off to + 10dB
Headphone Impedance: 35 - 1000 Ohms

POWER
Mains Input: 85 - 264 VAC
Power Consumption: 3 Watts
PoE:  Via RJ45 connection from a PoE switch

SIZE & WEIGHT
Dimensions: 220 x 250 x 98mm (W x D x H)
Weight: 1.46 Kg