Barix Instreamer Multiprotocol Audio Over IP Encoder

The Instreamer encodes analog audio sources in real time in a configurable format (MP3, PCM, G.711,G.722) and streams via TCP, UDP, Shoutcast, Multicast RTP format to configurable destinations. Used in high quality broadcast applications, surveillance and VoIP markets alike, the Instreamer has proven its simplicity where Audio over IP encoding is required.

Features:

• G711, G.722, PCM linear Encoding
• MP3 Encoding (low Latency)
• Shoutcast/Icecast Source capability
• Audio Level Supervision with SNMP Trap generation
• IP Streaming via TCP, UDP, RTP, Multicast
• Line Level Input (Stereo)
• RS-232 Serial Port
• Power Supply (micro USB)

Specifications:

• Electrical
• 5V, max. 1A through Mini-USB connector
• External power adaptor, 100-240VAC, 5W, included
  Ethernet
• RJ45, 10/100Mbps auto, Link & Activity LEDs
• Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, DHCP, SNMP, SIP
• AutoIP, SonicIP, IPZator to ease address assignment
  RS-232
• 300..230`400 Baud asynchronous, 7/8 bit
• DSub 9 pin male
• serial tunnel, control and metadata input support
  Audio Input
• RCA connectors, 4Vpp max. level
• Frequency range 20Hz.. 20kHz (-3dB)*
• Dynamic range tbd, tbd, THD
• Input signal attenuable by software setting
  Headphone Output
• 3.5mm jack
• volume adjustable via browser
• announcement of IP address (SonicIP)
• general purpose audio output, depending on used
• codec
  Audio formats
• MP3, encoding/decoding up to 192/320kbps
• VBR and CBR support
• PCM 16bit @8, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz
• G.711, uLaw, aLaw (sample rates same as PCM)
  Mechanical
• Aluminum case, 225g, separate mounting bracket
• available 4.25" x 1.5" x 3.1" (108mm x 38mm x 78.7 mm)
  Software Environment
• Proprietary multitasking OS
• Application firmware packages available from Barix
• Development Environment for custom functionality
• (ABCL development kit) available free of charge
  MTBF
• (calculated according to MIL217F at 25°C)
• min. 540 000h
• * depends on used codec, best results @48kHz PCM

Item Includes:

• Instreamer, AC power supply, Quick install guide