Press Release

June 2008

Ashly Audio Releases Network Friendly Matrix Processor

Webster, NY -- Ashly Audio Inc. Ashly has released the new NE-Series (NE = Network Enabled) ne24.24M Matrix Processor. Targeted for the installation market, this processor is programmed and controlled using standard 10/100 Ethernet or RS-232 protocol and Ashly's easy to navigate Protea NE Software.

The ne24.24M Matrix Processor uses modular expansion cards providing up to twenty-four channels of audio matrixing and processing. The base unit offers a four-input/four-output configuration. Each input and output expansion card has an individual DSP processor allowing you to expand the base unit's total inputs or outputs four channels at a time. These cards are easily installed in the field without the need to reprogram the device. Matrixing allows you to route any input to any output and control individual levels once they have been assigned. Fixed path architecture and extensive processing power per channel will reduce the amount of time it takes to set up your system. All programming is accomplished using Ashly's Protea NE Software on a PC platform. No front panel controls and multi-level, multi-user software security assures you a tamperproof audio system. An optional output module offers eight-channel general purpose logic control to control room lighting, projection screens or other controllable devices.

Input channel processing blocks include Mic Preamp with Phantom Power, Gain, Delay, fifteen EQ Filters, Gate, Autoleveler and Ducker. Inputs may be configured as either mic or line level. Output channel processing blocks consist of a Cross-Point Mixer, HPF/LPF, Delay, fifteen EQ Filters, Gain and Limiter. The Cross-Point mixer in the output section allows you to route any input to any output at any level and mute any input at any output without affecting the true input configuration. The HPF/LPF block offers Bessel, Butterworth and Linkwitz-Riley filters with 12, 18, 24 and 48dB per octave slopes.

Euroblock connectors for audio, preset recall, dc remote level control and data in/out connections are on the rear panel and may be interfaced with Ashly's WR-1, WR-2, WR-5 and RD-8C Remote Control Accessories. An RS-232 data port is located on the front and rear panel to allow for control either by a PC or third party device. New software supports additional features including: Linking Support (Parameter Linking between channels and blocks), Software/Canvas Support for custom control screens, Sub Presets to only recall what changes and Push-To-Talk mic support

Whether you are designing or installing a system for corporate boardrooms, restaurants, courtrooms, houses of worship, left/center/right theatres, auditoriums or conference centers, the ne24.24M will more than satisfy your requirements for any zoned system requiring input/output matrixing, signal processing and logic control.


ne24.24M Matrix Processor