Lawo releases major update for mc-systems with software v. 5.0

Lawo releases major update for mc -systems with software v. 5.0 16 May 2014

Software version 5.0 for all Lawo MKII mc mixing consoles and routers will be available from 15th May. As with all Lawo software releases, version 5.0 is free of charge for all existing customers, and represents a major upgrade to functionality and operation.

AutoMix

Version 5.0 introduces the all-new AutoMix feature. In contrast to existing systems, AutoMix automatically balances mono, stereo and surround-sources for a variety of different applications. For talk shows or panel discussions, for example, AutoMix ensures users never miss a fader raise and always have the right mic open in time.

A completely new application would be to use AutoMix during the broadcast production of sports events and shows, where it can be used to mix the commentators and international sound, reducing spill from the crowd and avoiding sound coloration from mics when multiple commentators are working. In this application, the AutoMix works as gentle bi-directional ducking.

Automix does not take up additional processing power from the system all DSP modules per channel remain available. Up to eight AutoMix-groups can be used per system, each with an unlimited number of contributing channels.

mxGUI faders

The Lawo mxGUI is a touchscreen-optimized software for monitoring and control of mc consoles. With version 5.0 software, levels can now be adjusted via faders within mxGUI, making it a fully-fledged operating interface for the mc series consoles, and allowing improved remote control workflows and use as a backup.

Ember integration

Release 5.0 also brings Ember integration to all mc series consoles. The Ember self-discovering protocol (an initiative from the Lawo Group and L-S-B Broadcast Technologies) enables highly effective and custom integration of consoles from the mc family with broadcast control systems such as VSM. Ember provides access to almost any parameters and allows users to edit individual settings and routings.

In addition to these main features, the new software introduces many smaller features and updates that all make life easier for mc users in many ways.

Lawo AG

Lawo designs and manufactures pioneering audio and video technology for TV and radio broadcast production, post-production, as well as live performance and theatrical applications. Products include digital audio mixing consoles, routers, video processing tools as well as IP-based video and audio transport solutions. All products are developed and manufactured according to highest quality standards at the company's headquarters in the Rhine valley town of Rastatt, Germany. For additional information, please visit the company online at www.lawo.com.

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