Alert Sentinel® 2 – Two Station Alert Monitor Switcher

The Broadcast Tools Alert Sentinel 2 is a two station stereo analog switcher/monitor designed to allow the insertion of alert audio into broadcast program signal paths following in the footsteps of the Broadcast Tools STA-III WX. Perfect for remote weather alerts, remote broadcasts, or live sports.

Description

It features a POTS telephone hybrid interface and a balanced analog input compatible with a studio console or 2-way radio, as well as an internal microSD-based MP3/WAV audio player for playing pre-recorded messages. Control with DTMF commands via its POTS telephone interface, 2-way radio audio input, USB serial commands, or TCP/UDP Ethernet commands.

 

Product Features

  • • Live or pre-recorded alert audio insertion for up to two stations. Insertion can occur simultaneously on one or more station outputs, but alerts can not be overlapped
  • • Internal microSD-based MP3/WAV audio player for playing pre-recorded messages.
  • • POTS telephone hybrid interface controlled via DTMF commands.
  • • External console/2-way radio audio input controlled via DTMF commands
  • • Transparent signal switching via sealed mechanical relays utilizing 2-form-C bifurcated–crossbar silver alloy contacts with gold overlay.
  • • SPST status relay outputs with LED indicators.
  • • Remote control via DTMF, USB serial and TCP/UDP Ethernet commands or contact closure inputs.
  • • RJ45 station audio input and output jacks simplify wiring and service.
  • • Removable euro-block style screw terminal connectors for station audio, status relays and contact closure inputs.
  • • Fully RFI proofed.
  • • Surge protected universal switching 12VDC desktop power supply with IEC AC inlet included.
  • • Dual (2x) power input jacks allow for redundant power with an optional second power supply.
  • • Up to two units may be mounted on the optional RA-1 rack shelf. Desktop and wall mounting is also possible.