Inovonics NOVIA 262

Dual-Mode Stereo Digital Audio Processor 3-Band & Leveler

The NOVIA 262 Dual-Mode Stereo Audio Processor is a half-rack, digital audio processor for FM and Stereo Audio Production.

NOVIA´s parametric equalizer offers continuous control over the audio signal's frequency content with 3 bands of dynamic compression and selectable crossovers.

With particular stress on ease of installation and use, the NOVIA 262 incorporates intuitive, multi-language menu-driven setup, as well as an IP/browser interface compatible with any PC or mobile device. Multiple factory and user-defined processing presets streamline the setup process. IP connectivity also provides local and email failure alarms, plus support for SNMP operation. The NOVIA 262 accepts both program line and streaming inputs and allows remote IP audio monitoring.

The 262's Web interface will allow complete setup and control of the unit from your PC, tablet or smartphone.

Features:

• Gated and ‘windowed’ gain-riding AGC
• Unique, adjustable ‘syllabic leveling’
• 3 bands of dynamic compression with selectable crossovers
• 4 sections of parametric EQ plus an effective ‘Bass Punch’ feature
• Independent ‘Density’ and ‘Smooth/Loud’ adjustments
• GPIOs, Web/email/SNMP for controls and alarms
• Built-in real time clock and headphone jack
• Analog, AES-digital, streaming in/outs (no MPX)
• Selectable 20kHz-wideband and FM-specific processing
• A great ‘utility’ processor; ideal ahead of STLs/codecs
• Full function 'responsive' Web interface works on desktop and mobile devices

Specifications:

Frequency response (bypassed processing)

• Analog flat mode (I/O): 50Hz - 20kHz, ±0.25dB
• Flat mode (Digital I/O): 20Hz - 20kHz, ±0.05dB
• FM mode: 50Hz - 15kHz, ±0.25dB; 75μs/50μs

Distortion (bypassed processing)

• Analog I/O: <0.02% THD (Ref: +24dBu I/O)
• AES Digital I/O: <0.002% THD (ref: 0dBFS I/O)

Signal-to-noise (bypassed processing)

• Analog I/O: >105dB (Ref: +24dBu I/O)
• AES Digital I/O: 120dB (Ref: 0dBFS I/O)

Separation

• Analog I/O: >100dB, 20Hz - 20kHz
• AES Digital I/O: >140dB, 20Hz - 20kHz

Programming line inputs

• Analog: balanced active (XLR) accepts line levels from -15dBu to +15dBu; +24dBu clipping
• AES Digital: (XLR) accepts line levels between -30dBFS and 0dBFS at sample rates from 32kHz to 96kHz
• IP Streaming: accepts all Icecast / SHOUTcast MP3, Ogg and AAC streams

Program line outputs

• Analog: Active balance (XLR) provides -12dBu to +18dBu for 100% modulation; +24dBu clipping, 200Ω source
• AES Digital: balanced (XLR) provides -30dBFS to 0dBFS with 100% modulation; selectable sample rates of 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz, 96kHz
• Feature: Outputs can be set for flat response or preset in FM mode.

Program Signal Latency (delay)

• 1.5ms bypass, 3ms analog I/O, 3.5ms digital I/O (typical)

Network port

• TCP/IP (RJ45) network connection for remote setup/operation and audio streaming in/out; full support for SNMP control

GPIO Ports

• 3 GPI, 3 GPOs with assignable functions and logical polarity

Headphone jack

• Front panel (TRS) 3.5 mm

Internal test tone generator

• 20Hz - 20kHz; variable frequency and level

Alarms

• Local closures (GPIO), browser interface, SNMP and SMS/email alarms for analog, digital and streaming audio loss; maintains daily, weekly, monthly records

Scheduler

• Dayparting or "signature" processing (e.g. the talent's microphone) is simplified with a real-time clock on board and setup-preset programming.

Audio processing

• AGC: capture interval ±15dB; gated with dual-speed "window" operation
• Leveling: variable "syllabic" compression 2:1
• EQ: 4 parametric equalization sections
• Punch' Bass: variable bass boost
• Compression: 3 bands with selectable crossover, variable master controls and single band drive, plus r.m.s./peak "density" adjustment
• Final peak control: no-clip feed-forward broadband limitation with independent high-frequency protection for FM mode

Power Requirements

• 12VDC to 280mA (2.1mm x 5.5mm coaxial); switch mode in-line power supply included

Mounting options

• An optional rack adapter mounts one or two NOVIA or other Inovonics units in half rack in a standard 19-inch, 1U rack space

Dimensions and weight

• 1.6 "H x 8 "W x 6 "D; 5 pounds shipping weight remote

Environmental

• Continuous operation at ambient temperatures between 32ºF/0ºC and 122ºF/50ºC; 0-95% relative humidity, non-condensing, altitudes to 10,000ft/3,048m.