Renegade Labs M3G-XT Multi-Input / Multi-Channel Audio Monitoring System

The new M3G-XT allows for SDI audio monitoring and adds the ability to also monitor additional audio sources including Dante™/AES67 Networked Audio, SDI, Analog (Mic/Line) or Digital inputs. The M3G-XT allows for easy multi-channel audio monitoring-such as surround sound or multiple-language dialog tracks-to external monitor speakers.

With the ability to accept the complete range of Renegade I/O modules the M3G-XT can be configured for nearly any monitoring application. Add a Dante™/AES67 Networked Audio module and the M3G-XT can monitor both networked audio and the incoming SDI signal while simultaneously sourcing the SDI audio on the Dante™ network. Alternatively, add the new 3G/HD/SD dual-SDI module and gain the ability to monitor up to three SDI sources in one compact solution. The M3G-XT also provides the ability for additional outputs to be added, for example, an AES output module to be added to drive digital monitors or external meters.

The M3G-XT de-embeds the audio from any ancillary audio group present in a SMPTE SD/HD/3G SDI video stream. Up to eight channels of audio from any two groups may be monitored efficiently using the front panel, the remote GUI or automation API. An input select switch allows for monitoring of the SDI or the optional input module.

Features:

• 3G/HD/SD SDI support
  Auto-detect SDI input with active re-clocked loop-through SDI output
• Eight professional balanced Analog line-level outputs
  For surround and multi-lingual production
• Optional I/O module slot
  Add an additional module including Dante™ Networked Audio I/O, Dual 3G De-Embedder, Analog or Digital Inputs
• Optional output module slot
  Add additional Digital or Analog outputs using the 328 Output Modules
• Audio Delay
  Up to 8 video frames for lip sync and video path delay correction
• 1/4" Headphone Jack
  Front mounted with independent level control
• 3.5mm Stereo Analog Auxiliary Input
  Aux inputs can be mixed with SDI audio
• SOLO
  Solo-In-Place monitoring
• Monitor Output Enable Buttons
  Allows for independent monitoring of all audio channels
• Master Monitor Volume Knob with Unity Indicator
  Large Knob to adjust the overall monitor output level
• 2-Channel Monitoring Modes
  Surround Sound LoRo Downmix, Stereo, or Mono monitoring modes
• Channel Mapping
  Map any input to any output for custom monitoring setups
• LED Indicators
  For SDI Group Status and incoming Audio Levels
• 8 Non-Volatile Memory Registers
  Quickly Save/Recall Panel Snapshots
• Integrated GUI
  Included GUI application allows real-time operation of the M3G-XT. Windows, Mac OS X, and Linux versions are available
• USB and RS-232 Remote Control / GPI Triggers
  M3G-XT can be controlled remotely via remote panels, custom applications or other studio equipment

Audio Monitoring Made Simple
When you need your audio to sound as good as your video looks, the right monitoring system is a must. The transition to 4K and 8K brings with it the need to edit and monitor audio in 6 or more channels. Multi-lingual production, multiple bounce tracks for dialog and effects, conformance editing and other typical video editing operations commonly overwhelm simple monitoring solutions designed primarily for music production.

M3G-XT Application Diagram M3G-XT GUI
Renegade has packed the M3G-XT with a number of other features the video professional will also find invaluable:

* Monitor Knob with Unity Indicator allows for level adjustments of all eight audio monitor outputs simultaneously.

* Headphone Outputs can be used to monitor the audio separate from the main outputs.

* SDI Group Status indicators give indication of which audio groups are active in the incoming SDI stream.

* 3.5mm Stereo Auxiliary Input allows PC or mobile devices to feed the monitors.

* 8 panel snapshot memory registers are available for storing room or show setups.

* Remote Control GUI allows the M3G-XT to be controlled, in real-time, from a PC / Mac OS X / Linux, saving desktop space.

Uncompromising Audio
Clean and vibrant sound is vital in assuring that both clients and operators-and ultimately the home or theatrical consumer-experience the maximum impact from a video production. Renegade strives to deliver nothing but the finest in audio design, using top-of-the-line chipsets and circuits in order to produce the most brilliant audio performances possible. All audio I/O in the M3G-XT is 24-bit, with noise and distortion specs among the best in the industry.

The small and affordably-priced M3G-XT SDI Audio Monitoring System is a perfect fit for video editing suites, OB trucks, QC bays-or any place where SDI audio must be monitored.