# 19xx - AD - WBSPS - AD - LS series 002.jpg
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> WBS SERIES LS MICROPROCESSOR STEREO CONSOLES Each year brings an increase in the requirements for television audio control equipment. The extensive integration of ENG sources and one inch tape machines with two or more audio channels, plus increased emphasis on multiple microphone technique have vastly increased the required number of console inputs. Fast-paced production and high-tech news broadcasts have demonstrated the need for instant operator access to boundless number of sources in real time. Numerous mix-minuses are necessary to feed IFB to talent, both at the studio and on remote, t0 serve reverb and audio processing chains, and to provide program t0 callers on talk shows. Enhanced equalization and other processing is no longer luxury. Interconnection to computerized editing equipment is essential to efficient post-production . And now, with stereo television a reality, comes the need t0 handle all of these functions with the added dimension and complexity of stereo source material and program requirements_ In an industry where all products are described as revolutionary and innovative, is increasingly difficult find words to separate the exceptional from the commonplace_ With the introduction of the LS Series Stereophonic Teleproduction Consoles, Ward-Beck Systems unveils broadcast audio system masterpiece singular stateient unparalleled flexibility and operationa simp icity Series Ls is fourth genera ion console system, honoring its legendary and uncompromi sed heritage by comb ining leading edge technology , unprecedented gonomics and traditionally impeccable Ward-Beck styling and craftsmanship An integral digitally control led Stereo Routing Switcher ava Iable wide array input/output configurations receives data communications from the microprocessor Master Controller th source/ destina tion control accomplished through touch pad entry on the console Programmer Mi xing Channels associated with Switcher outputs provide an alpha-numeric readout selected source. Source nomenclature user definable. microprocessor controlled Machine/Remote Control/Mute Command Interface prov des 16 command inputs and 16 command outputs, permitting interactive control console and external equipment functions studio muting, console monitors, and machine motion contro through wide range software controlled command functions In addition to supplylng the facilities to preselect, process, and mix this array of sources, the audio console must be streamlined easily understood and operable_ human-engineered panel organization is essential_ Control and switch sizes, shapes, and separation must maintain workable overall console size, while reducing operator error through tactile and visual recognition. System status must be clearly tallied. Emerging as the World Class Television Consoles, the WBS Ls2442 and Ls3642 reflect cohesive integration sophistocated stereophonic mixing and audio processing facilities with an ingenious intelligent microprocessor based control 
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WBS SERIES LS MICROPROCESSOR STEREO CONSOLES
Each year brings an increase in the requirements for television audio control equipment. The extensive integration of ENG sources and one inch tape machines with two or more audio channels, plus increased emphasis on multiple microphone technique have vastly increased the required number of console inputs.
Fast-paced production and high-tech news broadcasts have demonstrated the need for instant operator access to boundless number of sources in real time. Numerous mix-minuses are necessary to feed IFB to talent, both at the studio and on remote, to serve reverb and audio processing chains, and to provide program to callers on talk shows. Enhanced equalization and other processing is no longer luxury. Interconnection to computerized editing equipment is essential to efficient post-production . And now, with stereo television a reality, comes the need to handle all of these functions with the added dimension and complexity of stereo source material and program requirements_
In an industry where all products are described as revolutionary and innovative, is increasingly difficult find words to separate the exceptional from the commonplace_ With the introduction of the LS Series Stereophonic Teleproduction Consoles, Ward-Beck Systems unveils broadcast audio system masterpiece singular statement unparalleled flexibility and operation simp city Series Ls is fourth genera ion console system, honoring its legendary and uncompromi sed heritage by comb ining leading edge technology , unprecedented gonomics and traditionally impeccable Ward-Beck styling and craftsmanship
An integral digitally control led Stereo Routing Switcher ava Iable wide array input/output configurations receives data communications from the microprocessor Master Controller th source/ destina tion control accomplished through touch pad entry on the console Programmer Mi xing Channels associated with Switcher outputs provide an alpha-numeric readout selected source. Source nomenclature user definable.
microprocessor controlled Machine/Remote Control/Mute Command Interface prov des 16 command inputs and 16 command outputs, permitting interactive control console and external equipment functions studio muting, console monitors, and machine motion contro through wide range software controlled command functions
In addition to supplying the facilities to preselect, process, and mix this array of sources, the audio console must be streamlined easily understood and operable_ human-engineered panel organization is essential_ Control and switch sizes, shapes, and separation must maintain workable overall console size, while reducing operator error through tactile and visual recognition. System status must be clearly tallied.
Emerging as the World Class Television Consoles, the WBS Ls2442 and Ls3642 reflect cohesive integration sophisticated stereophonic mixing and audio processing facilities with an ingenious intelligent microprocessor based control and signal routing system.
AII inputs, outputs, and insertions are provided on multi-pin connectors, permitting ready interconnection station equipment and/or WBS furnished console jackfield assemb lies=
This console series, comprising new modules, new circu try , and new flexibility , culmination of an assiduous multi-year design project, integrating advancements ana log, digital and aerospace technology , development environment fully cognizant the demanding requirements of the broadcas ting indus try both today and on the horizon
The system must be reliable. will be expected to perform without failure day and night, 365 days year, a8 an essential element to complex teleproduction, live newscasts and programming, and critical post-production. The equipment must perform in a real-world environment It must tolerate operators of varying experience, inputs of widely differing levels and signal quality, last second changes in program content_ and continual deadline pressure.
Direct Outputs from all Mono and Stereo Input Channels are available on multi-pin connectors_ facilitating interface to multi-track recorders separate performer foldback and audience reinforcement mixers, or post-production editors
The results speak for these ves Series Ls i5, word, exceptional . leads broadcasters into the next generation of standards. now
Factory interconnected Jackfield Assemb ies furnished stand-alone ma thing cabinets; may be prov ded for Loca ion at either console end_ equipped with complete input/insertionfoutput patching, insertions only, or any custom configura tion meet station requirements
Ward-Beck Systems Ltd.' $ new Series LS Microprocessor Stereophonic Television Consoles are designed to meet these demanding requirements: The Ls2442 and Ls3642 represent new design philosophy in television audio control, integrating comprehensive stereo audio mixing and signal processing, extensive microprocessor controlled stereo input preselection, and an interactive microprocessor channel/machine/muting control system_
Series LS Major Features
Two RS422 serial data ports prov de control communications and from externa computers and microprocessor based source equipment, providing the user with the capability take full advantage future system development and subsystems
The Ls2442 and Ls3642 consoles prov i de true stereo mixing Monaural mic/line Input Modules and Stereo Line Input Modules assign to four Stereo Submasters with sub assignment to [Wo Stereo Masters and two independent Mono Masters
An optional WBS Edit Interface will communicate wie computerized editing equ pment, accessing channel direct outputs, and providing variety ramp, V, and crossfade functions
Stereo and Mono Auxiliary Sends provide mix-minuses meet every application. Each LS console equipped with [Wo Stereo and two Mono Auxiliary buses offering ample mix groups meet variety reverb, foldback, telephone, and other auxiliary requirements
Series LS is the console system of the 1990'$, available today and packed with technology flexibility, and performance, and reliability to meet the ever-expanding and exacting needs of discriminating broadcasters into the Twenty-first Century.
Complete system Power Supply redundancy standard, with dual supplies fitted for all load applications. AI | LS Series Consoles accommodate second Standby Controller for complete system back-up protection.
Each channel may be equipped with flexib Ie. cost-effective WBS State Variable Equalization In-Iine Mono and true Stereo SVE Equalizers may be supplemented by the comprehensive WBS series additional Effects Filters; imiter Compressors Noise Gates, and expanded family of sophisticated Equalizers
The console system entirely ba anced for optimum crosstalk performance and maximum immunity to radio frequency and electromagnetic interference.
The Series LS Console System is totally modular AI console modules microprocessor Master Control lers Routing Switcher blocks, Power Sup- plies and other active elements plug the console mainframe and/or jackfield rack, and may be easily extracted for system maintenance.
The intelligent microprocessor Master Control ler prov des comprehensive user programmable signal rou 'ting, individual and Group channel control channel assignment and overload status monitoring, flexible muting, and interactive machine control
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WBS SERIES LS MICROPROCESSOR STEREO CONSOLES
Each year brings an increase in the requirements for television audio control equipment. The extensive integration of ENG sources and one inch tape machines with two or more audio channels, plus increased emphasis on multiple microphone technique have vastly increased the required number of console inputs.
Fast-paced production and high-tech news broadcasts have demonstrated the need for instant operator access to boundless number of sources in real time. Numerous mix-minuses are necessary to feed IFB to talent, both at the studio and on remote, t0 serve reverb and audio processing chains, and to provide program t0 callers on talk shows. Enhanced equalization and other processing is no longer luxury. Interconnection to computerized editing equipment is essential to efficient post-production . And now, with stereo television a reality, comes the need t0 handle all of these functions with the added dimension and complexity of stereo source material and program requirements_
In an industry where all products are described as revolutionary and innovative, is increasingly difficult find words to separate the exceptional from the commonplace_ With the introduction of the LS Series Stereophonic Teleproduction Consoles, Ward-Beck Systems unveils broadcast audio system masterpiece singular stateient unparalleled flexibility and operationa simp icity Series Ls is fourth genera ion console system, honoring its legendary and uncompromi sed heritage by comb ining leading edge technology , unprecedented gonomics and traditionally impeccable Ward-Beck styling and craftsmanship
An integral digitally control led Stereo Routing Switcher ava Iable wide array input/output configurations receives data communications from the microprocessor Master Controller th source/ destina tion control accomplished through touch pad entry on the console Programmer Mi xing Channels associated with Switcher outputs provide an alpha-numeric readout selected source. Source nomenclature user definable.
microprocessor controlled Machine/Remote Control/Mute Command Interface prov des 16 command inputs and 16 command outputs, permitting interactive control console and external equipment functions studio muting, console monitors, and machine motion contro through wide range software controlled command functions
In addition to supplylng the facilities to preselect, process, and mix this array of sources, the audio console must be streamlined easily understood and operable_ human-engineered panel organization is essential_ Control and switch sizes, shapes, and separation must maintain workable overall console size, while reducing operator error through tactile and visual recognition. System status must be clearly tallied.
Emerging as the World Class Television Consoles, the WBS Ls2442 and Ls3642 reflect cohesive integration sophistocated stereophonic mixing and audio processing facilities with an ingenious intelligent microprocessor based control and signal routing system.
AII inputs, outputs, and insertions are provided on multi-pin connectors, permitting ready interconnection station equipment and/or WBS furnished console jackfield assemb lies=
This console series, comprising new modules, new circu try , and new flexibility , culmination of an assiduous multi-year design project, integrating advancements ana log, digital and aerospace technology , development environment fully cogni zant the demanding requirements of the broadcas ting indus try both today and on the horizon
The system must be reliable. will be expected to perform without failure day and night, 365 days year, a8 an essential element to complex teleproduction, live newscasts and programming, and critical post-production. The equipment must perform in a real-world environment It must tolerate operators of varying experience, inputs of widely differing levels and signal quality, last second changes in program content_ and continual deadline pressure.
Direct Outputs from all Mono and Stereo Input Channels are available on multi-pin connectors_ facilitating interface to multi-track recorders separate performer foldback and audience reinforcement mixers, or post-production editors
The results speak for themse ves Series Ls i5, word, exceptional . leads broadcasters into the next generation of standards. now
Factory interconnected Jackfield Assemb ies furnished stand-alone ma tching cabinets; may be prov ded for Ioca ion at either console end_ equipped with complete input/insertionfoutput patching, insertions only, or any custom configura tion meet station requirements
Ward-Beck Systems Ltd.' $ new Series LS Microprocessor Stereophonic Television Consoles are designed to meet these demanding requirements: The Ls2442 and Ls3642 represent new design philosophy in television audio control, integrating comprehensive stereo audio mixing and signal processing, extensive microprocessor controlled stereo input preselection, and an interactive microprocessor channel/machine/muting control system_
Series LS Major Features
Two RS422 serial data ports prov de control communications and from externa computers and microprocessor based source equipment, providing the user with the capability take full advantage future system development and subsystems
The Ls2442 and Ls3642 consoles prov i de true stereo mixing Monaura mic/line Input Modules and Stereo Iine Input Modules assign t0 four Stereo Submasters with sub assignment to [Wo Stereo Masters and two independent Mono Masters
An optional WBS Edit Interface will communicate wie computerized editing equ pment, accessing channel direct outputs, and providing variety ramp, V, and crossfade functions
Stereo and Mono Auxiliary Sends provide mix-minuses meet every application. Each LS console equipped with [Wo Stereo and two Mono Auxiliary buses offering ample mix groups meet variety reverb, foldback, telephone, and other auxiliary requirements
Series LS is the console svstem of the 1990'$, available today and packed with technology flexibility, and performance, and reliability t0 meet the ever-expanding and exacting needs of discriminating broadcasters into the Twenty-first Century.
Complete system Power Supply redundancy standard, with dual supplies fitted for all load applications. AI | LS Series Consoles accomodate second Standby Controller for complete system back-up protection.
Each channel may be equipped with flexib Ie. cost-effective WBS State Variable Equalization In-Iine Mono and true Stereo SVE Equalizers may be supplemented by the comprehensive WBS series additional Effects Filters; imiter Compressors Noise Gates, and expanded family of sophisticated Equalizers
The console system entirely ba anced for optimum crosstalk performance and maximum immunity t0 radio frequency and electromagnetic interference.
The Series LS Console System is totally modular AI console modules microprocessor Master Control lers Routing Switcher blocks, Power Sup- plies and other active elements plug the console mainframe and/or jackfield rack, and may be easily extracted for system maintenance.
The intelligent microprocessor Master Control ler prov des comprehensive user programmable signal rou 'ting, individual and Group channel control channel assignment and overload status monitoring, flexible muting, and interactive machine control
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