The AR-VM1 3G-SDI Signal-Supported Professional Audio Monitor from Marshall is a rackmount audio monitor designed for professional broadcasting applications. The unit has a standard 1RU chassis that fits in any standard equipment rack. It has a pair of 3G/HD/SD-SDI inputs, as well as 4 pairs of unbalanced AES/EBU inputs and outputs. Up to 16 channels of audio can be de-embedded from the selected SDI input. You can also downmix a 5.1-channel surround signal to a left/right stereo signal to support ISO/IEC 13818-7 and ARIB STD B-21 standards.
The AR-VM1 has a high-resolution LCD display that shows audio levels, a VU meter, status indication, and input video display. It has integrated speakers as well as a 1/4" headphone jack for convenient monitoring. It has a GPI connector for remote control, and also offers front panel button illumination for working in dim environments. It operates on 10-18VDC power via the included power supply.
| Inputs |
4 x Pairs of Unbalanced AES/EBU 1 x Pair of 3G/HD/SD-SDI (2 Channels) |
| Outputs |
4 x Pairs of Unbalance AES/EBU 1 x Pair of Speaker Out 1 x Analog RCA Stereo Output (L/R) 1 x 3G/HD/SD-SDI Monitor Out 1 x 1/4" Headphone Jack |
| Signal |
Embedded Audio: SMPTE 299M/272M 3G-SDI: SMPTE 424M HD-SDI: SMPTE 292M SD-SDI: SMPTE 259M |
| Format |
HDTV: 1080i60/59.94/50 1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080sF30/29.97/25/24/23.98 720p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 SDTV: 525i60/59.94 625i50 |
| Control | 15-Pin D-Sub GPI Connector |
| Display | 320 Dot x 96 Line LCD |
| Voltage | 12VDC (10-18V) via 4-Pin XLR Male Connector |
| Operating Temperature | 41 to 104°F (5 to 40°C) |
| Dimensions (WxHxD) | 16.92 x 1.73 x 5.83" (430 x 44 x 148mm) (Excluding Projected Parts) |
| Weight | 5 lbs (2.27kg) |