Overview
Comrex BRIC-Link III Codec
BRIC-Link III is a work-horse codec, ready to handle everything from a studio-transmitter link to a home studio connection.
Featuring our proprietary CrossLock VPN technology, BRIC-Link is designed for ultra-reliable IP transmission of high-quality, low-delay audio. Perfect for point-to-point connections, streaming, and more, our entry-level IP audio codec offers versatility in a small package.
Now with a new, more powerful processor for improved performance and enhanced front panel for easy contact closure firing and auto-connects.
BRIC-Link III can be used for a wide range of applications. From STLs, to home studios, to voice-over, BRIC-Link III provides a reliable connection to make sure your audio is delivered in high quality.
Features
- Small, compact half-rack chassis
- CrossLock VPN for ultra-reliable transmission with low delay over even marginal IP networks.
- Ideal for studio-transmitter links (STLs) and other 24/7/365 mission-critical applications.
- AAC, HE-AAC, HE-AACv2, Opus, Linear PCM, FLAC, G.722, and G.711 encoding algorithms
- Low delay: less than 25 mS in linear modes & less than 30 mS in FLAC.
- Compatible with all Comrex ACCESS & BRIC-Link models
- EBU 3326/SIP mode for third-party compatibility.
- Multiple operation modes – BRIC Normal (UDP), HTTP (Streaming Server, Icecast/SHOUTcast), TCP, multi-streaming, RTP, IP multicast.
- HTML5 user interface for configuration & control.
- Enhanced front-panel for contact closure firing & configurable for auto-connections to other Comrex IP audio codecs.
- Free firmware updates.
- Top-notch technical support (English & Spanish) 100% designed & built in the USA at our facility in Devens, Mass.
- One year manufacturer’s warranty.
- Compatible with Gagl – a new audio service that turns your codec into a hub for up to five guests (optional subscription).
- Switchboard for easy connections between Comrex IP audio codecs (optional add-on).
- Fleet Commander for controlling your Comrex IP audio codec fleet (optional add-on).
- HotSwap mode to set up a secondary backup cellular network (requires a Connect Modem)
Specifications
- Balanced stereo XLR line-level audio input/output (0dBu)
- AES3 XLR digital audio I/O (through L XLR I/O when switched)
- Front panel 3.5 mm headphone jack output
- Balanced audio I/O level: 0 dBu
- Full scale is 20 dB above nominal
- L& R tri color LEDs display audio level
- Ethernet port (1000baseT)
- Contact closures (9-pin mini DIN)*
- Serial RS-232 (8-pin mini DIN)*
- USB port**
- Card slot (for future use)
- Power (4 pin connector for Comrex-approved 15V 1A supply)
- Size (8.5” W x 6.25” D x 1.75” H; 21.59 cm x 15.88 cm x 4.45 cm)
- Weight (2.16 lbs; 0.98 kg)
