ADC KRONE to showcase its broadcast solutions at IBC 2006

ADC KRONE (www.adckrone.com) announced today that the company will exhibit its broadcast industry-leading solutions at the IBC 2006 Conference and Exhibition.

ADC KRONE`s full range of solutions for digital television, mobile High-Definition (HD) TV, HD fibre, Internet Protocol (IP) TV and IP will be on display in Hall 10, Stand 220. The IBC Exhibition runs from 8 September through 12 September at the Amsterdam RAI in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.

The theme for this year`s IBC Conference is Content Creation, Management and Delivery. HDTV and digital audio provide the ultimate entertainment experience, and many of the world`s leading broadcasters turn to ADC KRONE for high-performance copper and fibre products that ensure reliable HD backbone and patching, in areas that include: analogue and digital audio patching, analogue and HD video patching, high-performance connectivity (BNCs, Fs, RCAs), high-definition triax camera connectors, copper and fibre main distribution systems, IPTV products and IP infrastructure products, and radio-frequency signal distribution products for satellite uplinks/downlinks and cable-television headends.

"As broadcasting moves from analogue to digital, there are more signals and more devices that require greater bandwidth," said Jeff Peters, program manager of the Broadcast, Entertainment, and Cable Products for ADC KRONE. "Greater demands for bandwidth, for technologies such as HD and multicast Standard Definition, require high performance and highly reliable components.

"We design our products for outstanding performance in real-world situations. Our engineers understand the industry and create products to solve the difficult problems other manufacturers often ignore. Consistent quality is the hallmark of everything ADC KRONE produces, and everything is built to last, from the corrosion-resistant nickel plating on our patch plugs, to the tough steel chassis of our patch panels," Peters said.

ADC KRONE will showcase several new products at IBC, including:

This is a professional grade normal-through Gigabit (Cat5E rated 1000 baseT) patching system designed for demanding professional environments where frequent patching and higher density is required. The system features a high-density 32-port normal-through card frame system to patented ADC KRONE direct-edge LSA plus termination system. The system uses a unique switching contact and is rated for 30 000 insertions/withdrawals.

The SHDC is a super-high-density patching system designed for AES audio, 5.1 and 7.1 audio applications where coax medium is preferred but space is critical. The 1.5 rack space panel features 4X48 coax ports (96 circuits) with a unique patent-pending switchable termination feature that allows the user to select or deselect a 75-Ohm termination function on each circuit pair.

The normal-through system is also available in a straight-through option for tie-line panels and applications where normals are not required. The SHDC is rated for digital audio and SDI video up to 1GHz, and features screwless mounting, and 10 000 insertions/withdrawals. The system features ADC KRONE`s patented push-pull LCP connector technology on the backplane, making installation faster and easier than traditional BNC, F or other connector types. LCPs terminate just like a BNC using standard BNC tooling, making the transition easier than ever.

This new universal backshell for all USA format triax connectors that is over 1" shorter, is easier to terminate than the standard backshell, and is compatible with the global weather protection boots. In addition, the new D-Series and J-Series camera-mount bulkhead connectors for compatibility with German- and Japanese-style triax connectors will also be on display.

ADC KRONE is introducing a Longframe (BPO) version of the successful Pro Patch Programmable audio patch bay. The new Longframe version features a high-density 2X32 configuration without having to use special patch cords (a standard density 2X24 version is also available). Based on the successful Bantam version, the new Longframe system features fully WECO compliant springs with gold crossbars and self-cleaning action. The 7-position DIP switch allows the user to change circuit normals and grounds without having to fumble with cumbersome Berg straps or jumpers. In addition, the fully military standards- compliant DIP switches feature internal gold contacts and are completely sealed from moisture and humidity, making them the ideal choice for demanding mobile environments.

The new Longframe retains the patented features of the original Bantam system including individual front-access circuit programmability with a DIP switch, light weight and a unique escutcheon kit that enables a standard 1-rack panel to be converted to a 1.5-rack space panel with larger designations. Rear termination options include the EDAC 120, 90, 56 and 3-pin options as well as an all-new QCP punchdown version.

ADC KRONE has added new "Dual Link" patch cords for use with 4:4:4 HD signal configuration. The midsize Dual Link patch cords feature an A and B patch in one molded housing.