Product Description
The Imagine CMN-LA, part of the Videotek Compact Monitor Series, is an all - in - one audio monitoring tool. It simplifies the process of ensuring compliance with the latest loudness regulations. It measures loudness and true peak according to the ITU - R BS.1770 standard with five - times oversampling. With the ability to meter up to 16 channels at once, you can quickly check alignments. The built - in TC Electronic loudness radar meter offers short - term loudness readings, graphs spanning from one minute to 24 hours, and numeric displays of long - term average loudness and consistency. The CMN - LA's flexible display presents data in a user - friendly way. Use the radar meter during production, the audio status display when ingesting programs, and a combination of meters and charts for master control monitoring. You can export chart data for compliance reports. The adjustable audio output delay compensates for video monitor processing. The basic unit works with AES audio sources and can de - embed audio from SDI video up to 3 Gb/s. It comes standard with eight AES inputs, four AES outputs, and eight analog outputs for high - impedance loads. Dolby decoding and SDI input upgrades are available at the time of order or for field installation. The SDI inputs can be ordered in different configurations and upgraded in the field. It also has analog outputs for monitor speakers and a front - panel headphone jack. Key features include accurate loudness and true peak measurement, integrated radar display, trend charts, data export, multi - channel metering, alarms, and various output and input options.
Using the Imagine CMN - LA is quite straightforward. First, connect your audio sources. If you're using AES audio, it'll work right out of the box. For SDI video, you can choose to de - embed the audio. When starting your production, use the integrated TC Electronic loudness radar meter to keep an eye on short - term loudness. During program ingest, switch to the audio status display to see details like clips, mutes, and average levels. For master control, rely on the combination of loudness and true peak meters, along with the trend chart. To get compliance reports, just export the chart data to your PC. When adjusting the audio output delay, make sure to test it with your video monitor to get the best results. As for maintenance, keep the unit in a clean and dry environment. Regularly check the connections to ensure they're secure. If you choose to install the optional Dolby decoding or SDI input upgrades, follow the provided instructions carefully. And always turn off the unit before making any major changes or upgrades.
