Lawo Introduces Converged Video & Audio Stagebox
With Edge One, Lawo unveils a new chapter for audio and video connectivity in broadcast and Pro AV workflows. Edge One makes the I/O part highly flexible by providing combined, expandable connectivity and functionality for both video and audio in a compact footprint, allowing users to do more with less.
One side of the device is equipped with 8x bi-directional HD-BNC connectors for SDI signals, that can function either as inputs or outputs, and 4x HDMI outputs, two of which can alternatively be used as inputs. Furthermore, SFP ports for MADI I/O, GPI I/Os, an audio interface via USB-C and Sync, Reference and Wordclock connectors are also available.
On the other side of the device, three audio interface modules cover a variety of I/O applications: Mic/Line inputs only; Mic/Line inputs and Line outputs; as well as a module specifically for commentary applications. The audio interface modules are easy to swap by the user for agile utilization scenarios.
Since not all connectors and software functionality may be needed in every use case, Edge One supports Lawo FLEX. Lawo’s software-licensable functionality allows users to activate what they need and leave out what they don’t. For out-of-the-box deployment, Edge One is available in three intuitive packages: Audio, Video and Audio + Video.
The following functions can be licensed if they are not included in the selected package: video signal instances (in or out), video frame syncs, JPEG XS en-/decoding, the Edge One Commentary App, audio MADI I/O with built-in SRC, and the mc²-grade audio DSP for low-latency local mixing.
While Edge One can be rack-mounted (1U) or installed in a convenient location using an optional mounting bracket, it is also compact enough to be carried from one assignment to the next, while being protected with rubber bumpers.
Edge One is a SMPTE ST2110 native with a bandwidth of up to 25Gbps. It is equipped with both RJ45 ports incl. PoE++ and SFP ports. For applications that don’t require a network connection, Edge One matches and surpasses legendary Lawo solutions that are still popular for audio de-embedding, shuffling and embedding.
Edge One will be on display alongside many other innovations on Lawo’s booth at the upcoming NAB Show.
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