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$25DB9F to mini-DIN 8M.
BRIC-Link II
A high-performance, low-cost, "nailed-up" IP audio codec
Product Overview
BRIC-Link II is a low-cost, high-performance solution for audio-to-IP conversion. Like its predecessor BRIC-Link, BRIC-Link II provides an elegant way of moving linear or compressed audio with very low delay. BRIC-Link II is simple to use, and can be deployed over a wide range of IP links. While it carries an entry level cost, BRIC-Link II maintains superb audio specifications and hardware reliability, making the system perfect for studio-to-transmitter links (STLs) and other mission-critical applications.
“There are so many things to do in a show, there’s just certain equipment you don’t want to think about. You want to know your microphone works, you want to know your mixer is working, and you want to know your codec is reliable. The BRIC-Link runs so smoothly, I haven’t thought about it in a year until yesterday when I remembered I was supposed to speak to you.”
Brent Seltzer, The Brent & Meg Show, Genesis Communications
Features
- Works on variety of data networks: T1/E1, ISM Band IP Radios, Satellite, WANs and LANs, public Internet connections
- Low delay – less than 25mS in linear modes, less than 30mS in FLAC modes
- Codecs – Stereo and mono linear mode, FLAC modes, AAC/HE-AAC modes, Opus, G.722 and G.711
- Web-based user interface
- Small size – 2 BRIC-Link IIs occupy 1U of rack space
- Streaming server capabilities
BRIC-Link II works with:
BRIC-Link II
BRIC-Link
ACCESS Rackmount
ACCESS 2USB
ACCESS NX
FieldTap (app)
Transmission Modes and Delay
BRIC-Link II is a true codec, offering a full-duplex stereo encoder and decoder in each box. The BRIC technology incorporated includes a jitter buffer manager that automatically balances delay and stability, dynamically increasing and decreasing delay based on network performance. End to end coding delay in linear modes is less than 25mS and FLAC modes are less than 30mS.
CrossLock
CrossLock technology employed by BRIC-Link II enables you to use multiple networks at once. By sending two identical streams through two separate networks, CrossLock provides a fail-safe in the event that the primary network falters. With seamless transition between the two audio paths, listeners will be none-the-wiser if one of your networks completely fails. With additional tools, such as forward error correction (FEC) and dynamic jitter buffer, CrossLock gives you confidence.
Audio Coding
For users concerned about delay and coding artifacts, BRIC-Link II offers a robust stereo or mono linear mode that does not compress audio. BRIC-Link II is also the only real-time audio codec to offer FLAC lossless compression. Additionally, BRIC-Link II offers AAC/HE-AAC modes as standard, along with Opus, and VoIP standards G.722 and G.711.
User Interface
BRIC-Link II acts as a web interface, allowing the user to access all controls through an intuitive web interface. The page displays connection status, extensive network diagnostics, and audio level meters for remote monitoring. From any location, users are able to configure profiles for various connections with point-and-click connection commands.
Codec Commander
Codec Commander provides the same control capability as the existing web interface, but doesn’t use Adobe Flash, making it a good alternative for users who are concerned about frequent updates and security risks.
Codec Commander is a Microsoft Windows™ application you can use to control your audio codec. You can manage your connections, check statistics, view audio metering, adjust audio profiles or change system settings.
Learn more about Codec Commander
Streaming Server Mode
BRIC-Link II can function as a streaming server, delivering multiple streams to computer based media players that support HE-AAC – up to 40 streams over a T1 Internet connection at once. BRIC-Link II also offers the ability to act as a source feed for both SHOUTcast and Icecast servers – with a single BRIC-Link II, you can expand your radio presence to the Internet without the need for a dedicated PC.
App Compatibility
Both BRIC-Link II and BRIC-Link are compatible with smartphone applications, including Linphone and Luci Live. Connect to your codec from your smartphone quickly and easily for easy drop-ins and spontaneous remotes.
They are also compatible with FieldTap. A free application for iOS and Android, FieldTap makes it simple to connect with the touch of a button. Plus, FieldTap is compatible with all other Comrex IP audio codecs.
Learn more about FieldTap
Accessories
Switchboard TS
Comrex Switchboard is a feature that allows users to bypass common IP networking snags (like private LANs and firewalls) by routing data through a private server maintained by Comrex.
Switchboard within the hardware codec enables the following functions:
- Comrex codecs can sync with a cloud based server and deliver status information
- Comrex codecs can determine their public IP address and the type of any NAT-style router ahead of the codec, and display that information to the user
- Comrex codecs can display presence, status, NAT info and IP addresses of other codecs within the same fleet
- Comrex codecs can share this information with codecs outside the fleet (Shares)
- Comrex codecs can take instruction from the server on how best to traverse NATs when placing a call between two codecs
Learn more about Switchboard TS
Switchboard is available for BRIC-Link and BRIC-Link II codecs through the one-time purchase of a license key per codec.
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BRIC-Link II Rack Kit
Mount a single or two side-by-side BRIC-Link IIs in your 19″ rack.
*BRIC-Link II Rack Kit includes: Rack shelf, customized front panel and mounting screws.
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Fleet Commander
Fleet Commander is a software application for controlling multiple Comrex IP audio codecs simultaneously. Rather than logging into each codec individually and juggling a desktop full of tabs, Fleet Commander puts you in control of your codec fleet through one unified interface. With the ability to manage all codecs from one simple window, this easy-to-use tool can save time and increase productivity for busy engineers.
Fleet Commander contains all of the functionality of the Web-based Interface, but also comes with a few more features like active metering and the ability to copy peers and profiles between codecs. A Windows application, Fleet Commander can be used to manage every Comrex IP Audio codec in your fleet (depending on CPU and network limitations).
Features:
- Simple to use
- Unified interface for multiple codec management
- Compatible with Windows 7, 8, and 10
Learn more about Fleet Commander
Fleet Commander is available as a one-time purchase of a license key per computer.
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Specifications
Audio Connections:
- Balanced stereo XLR line-level audio input (0dBu)
- Balanced stereo XLR line-level audio output (0dBu)
- AES3 XLR Digital audio input (through left XLR input when switched)
- AES3 XLR Digital audio output (through left XLR output when switched)
- Headphone jack
Other Connections:
- Ethernet port (1000baseT)
- Contact closures (9-pin mini DIN)
- Serial port (8-pin mini DIN)
- Power (4 pin connector for external 24VDC supply)
- USB port*
- Card slot (for future use)
*When used with a USB to Ethernet adapter (recommendation: Linksys USB3GIGV1), allows for connection of a second network
Audio Levels:
- Balanced audio input level: 0 dBu
- Balanced audio output level: 0 dBu
- Full scale is 20 dB above nominal
- L& R tri color LEDs display audio level
Power and Physical:
- External supply (24VDC 20 Watts)
- Size (8.5” W x 6.25” D x 1.75” H; 21.59 cm W x 15.88 cm H x 4.45 cm H)
- Weight (2.16 lbs; 0.98 kg)
Parts
Contact Closure Cable
$25DB9M to mini-DIN 9M.
Power Cord (IEC Socket)
$8
Power Supply
$75More Info
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