Studio Technologies 230 2014 - Manual (Page 5)

Model 230 User Guide Issue 9, November 2014
Studio Technologies, Inc. Page 5
Introduction
What This User Guide Covers
This User Guide is designed to assist you
when installing, configuring, and using
Model 230 Announcer’s Consoles with
serial numbers 01151 and later. Additional
background technical information is
also provided. A product block diagram
is included at the end of this guide.
System Overview
The Model 230 Announcer’s Console is
designed to serve as the audio control
“hub” for announcers, commentators, and
production personnel. The tabletop unit is
suited for numerous applications including
on-air television and radio broadcasting.
The Model 230 is compatible with essen-
tially all broadcast and production audio
system environments. Standard connec-
tors are used to interface microphone,
headphone, on-air, talkback, IFB, and
party-line intercom signals.
Whether it’s the mic preamplifier, audio
switching, talkback signals, intercom inter-
facing, or headphone cue feed, superior
audio quality is maintained throughout. A
microprocessor provides the Model 230’s
logic power, allowing precise control of
the unit’s operation. With extensive flexibil-
ity built in, creating the desired operating
configuration is a simple matter. While the
operating features of the unit can be care-
fully tailored, the user is presented with an
easy-to-use set of controls and indicators.
A wide range of resources, great perfor-
mance, and simplicity during use—these
are the hallmarks of the Model 230.
A truly next-generation product, exhaustive
research into the needs and desires of field
production personnel was integral to the
Model 230’s creation. Providing a veritable
“tool kit” of features, the unit supports a
wide variety of applications that include
on-air television and radio broadcasting,
stadium announcement, and simultaneous
interpretation. In addition, with the unit’s
Figure 1. Model 230 front panel