The latest software update brings a host of new features to Calrec’s modular IP-based mixing console
Calrec’s Type R broadcast consoles have just received a boost with the release of their latest software update (v2.0).
This update brings a variety of key additional features, expanding the extensive functionality already on offer from Calrec’s modular mixing environment, designed specifically for use in professional TV, Radio and OB installations.
Remote Broadcast Production for TV and Radio
Modular, scalable and with an IP-backbone, Type R is the most affordable and easily-customised console in the Calrec range.
Multiple mixing environments can be operated from a single Core, providing a flexible and highly cost-effective mixer for broadcast companies operating with several control rooms, or across a range of disciplines.
Each mixer now offers 11 mix minus buses (plus 1 off air conference bus); individual user GPIO control; and user login / permissions for Calrec Assist, Calrec’s remote control software that enables operators to dial into Type R remotely over IP.
A range of DSP upgrade options are available for expanding the Type R’s base 20 channels of DSP, increasing the number to 40, 80 or 120 full-featured channels, and offers the ability to operate up to three mix environments from a single Core.
With the largest Type R120 DSP upgrade installed, a single Type R Core can host one (120 channels); two (60 + 60 channels, or 80 + 40 channels); or three mix environments (40 + 40 + 40, or 60 + 30 + 30 channels), all on private networks with no sharing between facilities.
If you’re an existing Calrec Type R user, contact us for the installation files needed for this update.
v2.0 Key Features
The full list of new features introduced with v2.0 is as follows;
- Multiple mixer DSP packs supported
- Additional Mix Minus buses provided (each mixer now offers 11 Mix Minus buses plus 1 Off Air Conference bus)
- Stereo Phase meters (8 per mixer) available on Mains, Groups and Aux outputs
- Vocal De-esser on channel paths
- GPIO control from fader user buttons
- VCA Group set up in Assist/Fader Layout
- Core system time sync from NTP server
- Virtual patchbays
- SW-P-08 external control
- Nordic scale meters
- Type R I/O Box software upgrade from Connect
- Source Selector for channel paths on LSP/SSP
- User Login for Assist, Connect and Configure (Operator or Engineer login)
- Configure Operator login page permissions for Assist
Want to know more about the Calrec Type R?
Give us a call on 01727 821 870 or contact us to book a virtual 1-2-1 demo.
Calrec Type R – Modular IP-based Broadcast Audio Console
The Calrec Type R is made up of four main components – 6-channel motorized fader panels, large and small touch-screen control panels, and the Core I/O, which provides analogue and digital connectivity along with connections to the surface elements, AoIP connectivity and GPIOs.
Any number or combination of Fader Panels, Large Soft Panels and Small TFT panels (together with Calrec Assist) can be supplied together, to create a custom, expandable console surface that perfectly suits the user’s requirements.
The system can also be fully controlled over IP, making it possible for operators to mix and monitor from a different location to the main production. The Type R is also fully redundant, with an option for automatic and seamless switchover to an additional Core whenever a loss of signal is detected.
Find out more about Calrec Type R
Calrec Assist
The Calrec Type R can also be controlled via a web UI called Calrec Assist, a browser-based interface that creates a fully-featured virtual console environment to compliment the hardware, with automation and interactive real-time control.
Different levels of access can be granted to individual users – an operator can be provided with a basic set of control functions, whilst an engineer can have further access for fine-tuning or making alterations to the UI.
Calrec Type R DSP Upgrades
The Type R can also be upgraded with one of three DSP upgrade options – exapnding the total DSP channel count to 40, 80 or 120 full-featured channels, and offers the ability to operate up to three mix environments from a single Core.
With the largest Type R120 DSP upgrade installed, a single Type R Core can host one (120 channels); two (60 + 60 channels, or 80 + 40 channels); or three mix environments (40 + 40 + 40, or 60 + 30 + 30 channels), all on private networks with no sharing between facilities.
Find out more about Calrec Type R
If you’d like to know more about the Calrec Brio, Type R or Hydra2 network, or would like to arrange a practical demonstration, give us a call on
01727 821 870 to speak to one of our team.