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CUSTOMIZABLE DIGITAL AUDIO CONSOLE


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The Ideal Solution for Your Challenges

Is it time or you to design a new acility? Do you intend to switch rom analog to digitalor do you want to upgrade your existing inrastructure? Either way you need to route and

control audio and related control data.

The two components necessary to realize the ull benets o digital broadcast technology

are a fexible digital console and an intelligent acility spreading network.

You are conronted with the challenge to select a console meeting your needs and then

gure out how to create an inrastructure that will accommodate the product. But how

does one understand the increasingly complicated terrain o a huge audio network with

integrated audio consoles?

Don't agonize with the decision which digital broadcast system might t best to your

purposes. Just take the easy way out and choose KLOTZ DIGITAL's DECENNIUM the ideal

solution or your challenges.

Customizable Digital Audio Console


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Experience the Innovative Advantage

Digital Network Console

DECENNIUM is a fully digital audio mixing console, designed to enhance efciency in your broadcast

facility. It comes along with an ergonomic at panel hardware design and offers extensive standard

functions.

At the same time DECENNIUM is a router based control surface and can be fully integrated into

KLOTZ DIGITAL's intelligent VADIS audio and control network solution. The excellent network

performance combined with a modular hardware and software architecture makes the console an

user-friendly piece of equipment enabling a maximum grade of customization.

Decentralized Channel Related Access to Sources

One of the outstanding features of the DECENNIUM control surface is the Multi Purpose ControlElement' (MPCE) which is located on top of each channel strip. The MPCE is an invaluable tool allowing

decentralized channel related access to sources and parameters. Furthermore via the MPCE several

channel strips can be operated simultaneously which is a useful tool in everyday work.

DECENNIUM is the ideal mixing console for any broadcaster seeking a low-cost, high-efciency

control surface offering a high level of operational effectiveness and broadcast security.

No need for external audio treatment

DECENNIUM is equipped with rst-class DSP features superseding external

voice processors or other peripheral equipment. Additional processing can be

inserted on each channel, including an extensive dynamics package (limiter/compressor/expander) and a 6-band parametric equalizer.

Hear no Evil

On-Air-faults are a broadcasters worst nightmare. KLOTZ DIGITAL is an

expert with many years of experience in manufacturing and installingbroadcast technology. We develop products in close collaboration with radio

professionals all over the world and therefore know how to help you to

overcome your fears.

You can rely on KLOTZ DIGITAL's technology. DECENNIUM and VADIS are

built for continuous real time operation without producing any latency, delays

or glitches and are equipped with a safety-kit offering unique broadcastsecurity. We want you to stay on air 24 hours 7 days a week and thereforeoffer redundant components, such as power supplies or controllers and ber

optic links for automatic and completely quiet take over. KLOTZ DIGITAL is

well known for its sophisticated emergency management tools from noise

sensing and automatic routing to central system status monitoring.

Besides we have taken all measures to ensure contineous operation of

your KLOTZ DIGITAL broadcast system and let you rest easy.


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Control Surface

DECENNIUM combines a control surface with an audio engine which ties the DECENNIUM into the facili-ties audio and control network. Two types of control surface modules are available, the fader module with

four faders and the monitor module with four independent monitor channels, DSP and control section and

function keys.

Focus on the Multi Purpose Control Element

The MPCE which is integrated in every channel strip is used for channel related parameter settings and

source selection.

It consists of a rotary encoder with integrated push button and an associated 16 character display (8+8).

Furthermore this distinctive feature enables each

fader module to be used as a single 4-ch console

without the need of a monitor module.

The Fader Module

4 channels, each with

16 character display

Endless rotary encoder with integrated push

button for source selection and channel related

parameter adjustment

Clip LED (threshold adjustable)

Status indication LEDs for DYN and EQ

Status indication LEDs for secondary bus routing

4 bus routing buttons for main busses

Channel select/assign

Professional 100mm fader

16 character display for channel name indication

CUE

TalkBack into source related return line

ON/OFF

Multi Purpose

Control Element

Fader Module


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Control Surface

The Monitor and Control ModuleCentral Control Unit [1] [2]

4 multi purpose rotary encoders with integrated

push button and 4 associated 16 character

displays are used for

Source control

LogIn

BUS master level adjustment

EQ and DYN settings

Advanced channel parameter settings

and many more

4 multi purpose buttons and 4 associated 16character displays are used for

Static channel parameter settings

Preset- and snapshot selection,

EQ and DYN activation

etc.

DYN functions and EQ-band selection [3]

Central parameter bank selection [4]

Central jump" buttons for selecting the most

frequent used channel parameters such asMic- and Line Gain, Pan-Bal, etc.

Central bus routing [5]

Individual access to each bus assignment

Function keys [6]

12 free assignable function keys for any

imaginable purpose, that can be programmedwith a GUI

Monitoring [7]

Monitor pool of 20 buttons for monitor sources

and monitor functions such as DIM, MUTE,

MONO, etc.4 individual and freely assignable monitor

channels, each equipped with a select buttonfor accessing the monitor source pool as well as

AutoCue and AutoSplit functions

Monitor and Control

Module

All control and indication elements of the DECENNIUM modules come pre-congured and offer a useful

basic conguration. All control and indication elements can be modied individually to t with your

specic needs. Each button has a transparent cover for individual labelling with custom labels.

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Applications

Welcome to a New Way of Doing ThingsDECENNIUM's control surface has been developed with the objective of generating an extraordinaryoperation surface allowing extreme exibility in console layout. Each console module comes in its own

housing and therefore the design allows compact, split and single module arrangements.

The DECENNIUM does not require furniture cut-outs, due to it's unique at panel design. This allows

unprecedented exibility in layout to suit opertor needs.

Classic Compact Layout

Classic Split Layout

Multi-Split Layout

Classic Split Layout

Multi-Split Layout

Classic Compact

Layout


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Applications

Multi Console Layout

Rich Diversity of Applications Meeting Individual Requirements

The different types of applications can be made in accordance to customers' individual requirements for

example an On-Air studio equipped with a shared console.

The perfect and most economical solution for the News Room

Sharing one audio engine, but using individual bus technology, each four fader module forms a

separate console. Furthermore each module can be split due to individual busses: one 4-fader

console for 2 users. Journalists are able to assemble their broadcasts working simultaneously withoutinterfering with each other. This solution is space saving and cost efcient as it can be installed in smallworking environments or even directly onto the journalist desk.

Multi User Layout


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Audio Engine and Software

Any Sig nal Any whereThe VADIS audio engine is the core of the DECENNIUM console. VADIS is a synchronous platform

designed for high quality audio applications without latency, delays or glitches. The backplane of the

DECENNIUM audio engine offers 10 slots to accomodate any combination of audio input/output,

networking and signal processing cards. It is based on KLOTZ DIGITAL's TDM technology that has a

proven track record of thousands of installed units worldwide.

19" 3 RU rack mount controller equipped with

10 slots for various proven interface plug-in cards such as:

Fiber-optic network

Digital and analog in-/outputs

Signal processing

OCTO-BUS studio network

CMI interface for connectivity to external control devices

Built-in 8x8 GPI/O (expandable with external GPI box)

Integrated fan less PSU

Software is the Gateway to Customization

In general DECENNIUM comes pre-congured as an On-Air console which can be easily installed and

put into operation. Nevertheless it is fully modular and can be customized to almost any requirement

at a reasonable price-performance ratio. Dozens of specialized add-ons and software modules are

available for this purpose. Additionally KLOTZ DIGITAL's unique CSL programming language guaranteesthe highest grade of integration capabilities. It has been successfully used for many years and allows the

economical and long lasting implementation of highly customized projects with the unrestricted possibility

for further update and upgrade.

DECENNIUM

Audio Engine

Console Screen and

Setup GUI


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The Router Based System: Handle More with a Solution That Does MoreMany attempts have been made to simply replace analog gear with digital equipment. But what is the

point of going digital?

Surely you want to take advantages of the many benets only a digital architecture can provide. The

DECENNIUM solution goes far beyond trivial audio networking. It can be compared with a typical

client-server architecture. Each client can act as a server and vice versa. Users can route and processaudio and control data throughout the entire facility. With the single push of a DECENNIUM buttom

operators can control every broadcast device in the facility and carry out changes in the system.

As an example, any DECENNIUM integrated in the VADIS router environment is able to run and control

each play-out-system, talk-studio or other device anywhere in the broadcast facility. KLOTZ DIGITAL'sclient server approach offers new ways to support your workow and enables you to fully exploit cost

saving potentials by reducing the amount of necessary equipment in many areas of the broadcast facility.

A Gentle Landing Due to Safet y Net and Redundant Str uctures

VADIS differs in an essential aspect from the client-server-architecture: Though completely networkedeach studio in the broadcast facility is designed as a self-contained unit, not depending on the LAN

based control network. The reliable audio network, based on industrial controllers and redundant ber

optics, ensures your audio supply. Audio will even continue to ow while you do maintenance on the

control network.

Networking


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Making your Workflow Easier

VADIS Sof tware Modules Leav ing Not hing t o be Desired

Have you always wanted studio equipment tting your workow exactly and making your daily work

easier? Stop wishing, use VADIS software modules together with your networked DECENNIUM solution.

KLOTZ DIGITAL's VADIS specialized software modules make work easier and furthermore enhance

system stability. Expamles:

Air Chain Management (ACM) to provide automated management of the main outputs of a system,

such as the On-Air feeds. ACM provides a decentralized operation directly from each studio and

guarantees an inaudible and fail-safe On-Air routing.

Central Return Line Management (RLM) to manage the access and control of central resources, such

as a pool of centralized telephone hybrids or codecs. The CRM helps to avoid collisions and to provide

all necessary functions for a simple and stress free operation.

User Rights Management (URM) to provide password protected login and access rights for user groups

and single users.

Automatic mixer {MI(C)XER} to automatically mix up to 40 mono or stereo line or microphone inputs toone fader strip of a console. This helps to handle multiple sources in an easy way. The MI(C)XER is a

very useful tool especially for talk shows or round table discussions.

The central Snapshot and Preset Management to allow complete remote administration of a

networked console. A sound engineer can access any single channel of any console (e.g. the DJ or

announcer microphone) to modify the settings via remote control.

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Technical Information

DECENNIUM Basic Mixing ConsoleDECENNIUM Surface

Sizes No. of faders 4 / 8 / 12 / 16 / 20 / 24

Busses Stereo or mono busses Standard: 8 (expandable by conguration)

Monitor Monitor channels 4 stereo or mono

Dimensions

Height 1.65" / 42 mm

Width 8-fader DECENNIUM console approx. 24.2" / 615 mm

12-fader DECENNIUM console approx. 31.9" / 810 mm




Depth 19.5" / 495 mm

DECENNIUM Audio Engine

Controller No. of slots for interface cards 10

Included interface cards 2 x DSP card

1 x D/A card for monitoring

General purpose interface I/O 8/8 (relay outputs, optocoupler inputs)

KVM connectors (keyboard, video, mouse) Yes

System clock 44.1 / 48kHzSynchronization Internal clock (crystal), Wordclock (BNC), Fiber

clock DiAN FiO, AES3 frame

Power Supply Type Standard: integrated single hotswap PSU(expandable with redundant internal PSU)

Voltage 110/230 V AC / 50/60 Hz

Consumption typically 100 W, max. 250W

Dimensions 19"/3 RU (H=132 mm / 5.2"; W=482 mm / 19"; D=332 mm / 13")


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DECENNIUM 06/2007 E

Specications are subject to change without notice! Specication contains typical values if not stated otherwise.

KLOTZ DIGITAL AMERICA Tel.: +1-678-966 9900 KLOTZ DIGITAL AG

KLOTZ DIGITAL ASIA Tel.: +60-3-5569 3233 Hans-Stiessberger-Str. 2A

KLOTZ DIGITAL AUSTRALIA Tel.: +61 2 9911 3700 D-85540 Haar/Mnchen

KLOTZ DIGITAL EUROpE Tel.: +49-89-45672 100 Email: [email protected]

www klotzdigital com

Technical Information

Options for DECENNIUM Audio EngineAudio, DSP & Network Interface Cards

Analog 4-ch microphone preamp card with 48V phantom power

8-ch balanced A/D input card

8-ch balanced D/A output card

Digital 8-ch AES/EBU input card with sample rate converter

8-ch AES/EBU output card

OCTO-BUS 4 x 8-ch bidirectional OCTO-BUS card

DiAN 64-ch bidirectional standard ber optic card (64ch RX / 64ch TX)

64-ch bidirectional ber optic card for redundant bers (RX/TX - RX/TX)

64-ch bidirectional ber optic card for redundant and shared bers (RX/TX - RX/TX - TX/TX)

DSP cards for mixing, gain, level meter,

EQ: 6-band EQ (4 fully parametric + 2 shelf lters LF/HF),

dynamics: compressor / limiter / expander,sine tone generator

Optional: Multi-delay plug-on

Redundant

Power Supply

Redundant internal PSU for load sharing and uninterruptible power supply

Accessories for DECENN IUM

Remote Installa-

tion of Surface

DECENNIUM Extension Kit - allows the installation of the console surface 200m

distant from the engine(CAT5)

GPI External GPI device with 16+16 I/O connected via CMI bus

External GPI device with 32+32 I/O connected via Ethernet

Routing Control External Router Control Panel with 24 LCD-buttons

OCTO-BUSRemote Audio I/O

OCTO-BUS 4 channel analog active MIC/Line input box

OCTO-BUS 4 channel analog output active breakout box

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