Tieline Merlin IP Audio Codec - 2 Remote Locations in Mono with Dual Power Supplies

SKU: TETLR5200M MFR: TLR5200M
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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio quality with Linear PCM for professional broadcasts.
  • Connect effortlessly using dual Ethernet ports for reliable IP audio streaming.
  • Ensure driver stability with a robust system designed for 24/7 operation.
  • Utilize the intuitive browser-based GUI for easy codec configuration.
  • Control remotely via optional Codec Management System software for flexibility.
  • Dual power supplies offer redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted audio transmission.
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Tieline Merlin Specifications

Input/Output

Input/Output

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  • Analog Audio Inputs

    2x Female XLR line inputs

  • Analog Audio Outputs

    2x Male XLR

  • AES3 In

    1x female XLR (Channel 1 in; shared with Ch1 analog input)

  • AES3 Out

    1x male XLR

  • Aux Input

    1x 6.35mm (1/4") Mic/Line level Jack on rear panel

  • Headphones Out/Aux Out

    1x 6.35mm (1/4") Jack on rear panel and 1 x 6.35mm (1/4") Jack on the front panel

  • Sync Input

    BNC Wordclock input

  • Control Port In/Out

    Four relay inputs and four opto-isolated outputs for machine control via a DB15 connector

  • Audio Input Impedance

    High Impedance > 5K ohm

  • Output Impedance

    <50 ohm Balanced

  • Clipping Level

    +22dBu (input and outputs)

  • A/D & D/A Converters

    24 bit

  • Frequency Response

    20Hz to 22kHz

  • Total Harmonic Distortion

    <0.0035% at +16dBu or -89 dBu unweighted

  • Signal To Noise Ratio

    >98.5dB at +22dBu, unweighted

Sample Frequencies

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  • IP

    Tieline Music, Tieline MusicPLUS, Opus, G.711, G.722, MPEG Layer 2, MPEG Layer-3 LC-AAC, HE-AAC, HE-AACv.2, AAC-LD, AAC-ELD, AAC-ELDv2, 16/24 bit aptX Enhanced algorithm

Algorithms

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  • IP (uncompressed)

    Linear PCM16/24 bit 32kHz, 44.1kHz, 48kHz

  • USB

    USB 2.0 Host port on the front panel (support for USB firmware upgrades & Wi-Fi USB Modems)

Data and Control Interfaces

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  • LAN

    2x 10/100/1000 RJ45 connectors

  • Serial

    RS232 up to 115kbps with or without CTS/RTS flow control can be used as a proprietary data channel

  • Protocols

    SIP (EBU N/ACIP 3326 compliant), RTP, DHCP, SNMP, DNS, HTTP, IGMP, IPv4/IPv6, RTCP, STUN, SSL Security Certificate, I3P EBU3347 Compliant

  • ISDN

    Optional via module slot

  • POTS

    Optional via module slot

  • VLAN Tagging

    IEEE 802.1Q,802.1p

Advanced Networking

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  • Display

    256 x 64 monochrome LCD

Front Panel Interfaces

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  • Keypad

    21 button keypad

  • Navigation

    5 button keypad

  • PC Configuration

    User-configurable settings and matrix audio mixer via browser-based Toolbox Graphical User Interface

General

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  • Multilingual

    Multilingual menus and configuration software

  • Remote Control

    Compatible with Codec Management System software (optional purchase)

  • Size

    1U x 19" Rackmount

  • Power Consumption

    Dual 100-240V IEC power inlets; 1A 50-60Hz

  • Operating Temperature

    32 to 113 Degree F (0 to 45 Degree C)

  • Humidity Operating Range

    20% <= RH <= 70% (0 to 35 Degree C/32 Degree F to 95 Degree F), non-condensing.

  • Dimensions (w x H x D)

    19 x 1.75 x 13.5" (482 x 44 x 343mm) (Including rear connectors)

  • Weight

    6.48 lbs (2.94kg)

About Tieline Merlin

Where professional audio quality and reliable communication are paramount, the Merlin IP Audio Codec - 2 Remote Locations in Mono with Dual Power Supplies stands out. This advanced audio codec, designed by Tieline, is engineered for high fidelity bidirectional IP audio and communications, making it an ideal choice for broadcasting studios, live events, and recording studios.

The Merlin IP Audio Codec is not just a sophisticated piece of equipment, but a versatile solution for a wide range of audio applications. It supports connections over ISDN and POTS with optional plug-in modules, and can deliver high-quality bidirectional stereo and full duplex communications for point-to-point and remote broadcast connections. This makes it an excellent choice for studio and remote truck installations.

One of the standout features of the Merlin IP Audio Codec is its high reliability over IP networks without Quality of Service. It boasts powerful audio and data routing capabilities, and simple local or remote command and control. The device also features recallable connection programs for added convenience.

The Merlin IP Audio Codec is designed to connect to all Tieline IP broadcast codecs, including G3, Bridge-IT, and Genie codecs, and Report-IT Enterprise smartphone applications. It is equipped with dual 1 Gigabit (10/100/1000) onboard Ethernet ports, dual redundant power supplies, audio silence detection, and IP network backup solutions to ensure uninterrupted service.

This professional-grade audio codec is specifically designed to deliver a wide variety of point-to-point and remote broadcast connections over the full suite of wired and wireless IP networks. This includes Public Wide Area Networks (WANs), Private Local Area Networks (LANs), Cellular wireless Networks, Wi-Fi, and WiMAX Networks.

The Merlin IP Audio Codec also features SmartStream PLUS redundant streaming, allowing you to connect two inexpensive IP links to codecs with SmartStream PLUS and stream simultaneous redundant data streams from dual Ethernet ports. This ensures seamless redundancy when streaming over IP.

The audio quality of the Merlin IP Audio Codec is second to none. It features a robust DSP-based architecture designed for rock solid, mission-critical broadcast audio, 24 Bit 48kHz audio sampling, Analog and Digital (AES3) inputs and outputs, and a range of other popular algorithms.

The Merlin IP Audio Codec also offers a host of connectivity options, including dual 1 Gigabit (10/100/1000) Ethernet ports that support automatic switching for redundancy, primary and backup audio over IP, ISDN and POTS, and automated failover to backup connections.

In terms of operation, the Merlin IP Audio Codec features a full hardware front panel interface, including navigation, LCD display, PPM meters, and a dialing keypad. It also offers a user-friendly HTML5 Toolbox Web-GUI that enables codec configuration and control remotely over WANs.

Finally, the Merlin IP Audio Codec takes security seriously, offering user name and password protection of the codec and Toolbox Web-GUI, support for SSL Security Certificate installation, and SIP Whitelists and Blacklists that allow filtering of SIP URIs and User Agents. This ensures that your audio communications remain secure at all times.

Tieline Merlin Features

  • 1 x Stereo peer-to-peer - 1 x stereo peer-to-peer bidirectional connection plus a bidirectional mono IFB comms channel
  • Dual Ethernet Ports - Simultaneously connect over different Telcos using separate LAN ports for diversity using SmartStream PLUS
  • Module Compatible - Expand connectivity options with optional POTS/PSTN or ISDN Modules
  • Dual Redundant Power Supplies - Dual Power Supplies to protect you in case one fails
  • Wi-Fi (USB Dongle) - Expand your network options and connect over Wi-Fi networks
  • Alarms - Silence, Detection, PSU Failure, Lost connection, Temperature, AES Input Lost, AES Reference Lost, SNMP

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Key Features

  • Experience pristine audio quality with Linear PCM for professional broadcasts.
  • Connect effortlessly using dual Ethernet ports for reliable IP audio streaming.
  • Ensure driver stability with a robust system designed for 24/7 operation.
  • Utilize the intuitive browser-based GUI for easy codec configuration.
  • Control remotely via optional Codec Management System software for flexibility.
  • Dual power supplies offer redundancy, ensuring uninterrupted audio transmission.

What's in the box:

  • Merlin IP Audio Codec
  • Power Supply
  • Tieline 2 Year Warranty