Barix INSTREAMER CLASSIC

The Barix Instreamer Classic is a versatile general-purpose network IP audio encoder designed for seamless and straightforward streaming of audio over IP networks. Here are the key technical specifications:

Device Overview:

• Functionality: General Purpose Network IP Audio Encoder.
• Audio Encoding: Supports G.711, PCM, or high-quality MP3 streams.
• Destinations: Can send streams to up to 32 different destinations across the LAN or over the internet.
• Streaming Modes: Supports unicast, broadcast, multicast streaming, and peer-to-peer connections with other Barix devices.
• Integration: Suitable for integration into wide audio infrastructures with Shoutcast, Icecast, or other third-party software.
• Web and Command Interfaces: Simple web and command interfaces for firmware configuration.
• Network Adjustment: Audio stream can be adjusted to the network bandwidth.
• Start/Stop Options: The stream can be started/stopped in several ways (send on CTS, send on level, or send always).
• Serial Port: Usable as a command port or for serial network tunneling.
• MOH Solutions: Can be used for Music-on-Hold (MOH) solutions, especially when paired with other Barix encoder devices.

Technical Specifications:

• Electrical: 5V, max. 1A; External power adaptor, 100-240VAC, 5W (included).
• Ethernet: RJ45, 10/100Mbps auto, Link & Activity LEDs; Protocols: TCP/IP, UDP, RTP, DHCP, SNMP, SIP; AutoIP, SonicIP, IPZator for address assignment.
• RS-232: DSub 9 pin male, 300..230‘400 Baud asynchronous, 7/8 bit; Serial tunnel, control, and metadata input support.
• Audio Input: RCA connectors, unbalanced, 2 kOhm impedance; Clipping level 5.3 dBu, 4 Vpp; Frequency response (-3dB) 20..20‘000 Hz *; Signal to Noise Ratio 89dB, THD <0.03%; Stereo crosstalk -89dB; Input signal attenuable by software setting (-3..+19.5dB).
• Headphone Output: 3.5mm jack; Volume adjustable via browser; Announcement of IP address (SonicIP); General-purpose audio output, depending on the used codec.
• Audio Formats: MP3 encoding/decoding up to 192/320kbps; VBR and CBR support; PCM 16bit @8, 16, 22.05, 24, 32, 44.1, 48 kHz; G.711, uLaw, aLaw (sample rates same as PCM).
• Mechanical: Aluminum case, 225g, separate mounting bracket; Dimensions: 4.25” x 1.5” x 3.1” (108mm x 38mm x 78.7 mm).
• Software Environment: Application firmware packages available from Barix; Development Environment for custom functionality (ABCL development kit) available free of charge.
• MTBF: Calculated according to MIL217F at 25°C, minimum 540,000 hours.

Note:

• *Depends on the used codec, with best results at 48kHz PCM. The Barix Instreamer Classic provides a flexible and reliable solution for encoding and streaming audio over IP networks, with a range of features suitable for various applications.