The Glensound Beatrice B1/5F is an ultra-compact, robust, portable single-channel beltpack intercom designed for broadcast, theater, and professional audio applications.
It is part of the Beatrice intercom system that utilises the reliable and proven Dante network audio transmission protocol to allow real-time distribution of uncompressed audio across standard Ethernet networks. As such, the BEATRICE B1 is also fully compatible with other manufacturers' equipment using the Dante protocol. It is also AES67 compliant.
This small beltpack was designed to be very easy to use for the operator and simple to set up for the technician. It includes all the basic functionality required for small intercom systems and none of the overly complex installation requirements normally associated with large systems.
Single Channel
One single user connected to the unit can listen and communicate with 1 other circuit on the network. Depending upon how the Dante network has been routed, the incoming audio circuits and outgoing circuits can be in different locations.
Dante Routing & Partyline Mode
Audio routing to/from other devices is set up using a Dante controller, which allows for point-to-multipoint routing on outgoing circuits (but only 1 single incoming circuit for an incoming channel). An inbuilt partyline facility allows the incoming circuit to be routed to the output circuit, making a simple partyline.
External Mic Input
A good quality, clear-sounding microphone amplifier, designed for communication purposes, is fitted, which also has the benefit of a compressor/ limiter circuit to help keep levels and intelligibility consistent even when the operator gets overly excited. Twelve-volt phantom power is also available and can be turned on/ off as required.
5-Pin XLR Headset Connector
This unit is fitted with a 5-pin female XLR socket for the microphone input and headphone output.
Call Function
A simple call function is built in, allowing the operator of one unit to call/alert other users that they want to communicate with them. To call another user, the operator double-taps the speak key of the channel they want to call; this then flashes a bright yellow call LED on the other user's key panel, which continues to flash until the call is answered. As well as flashing an LED at the receiving end of the call, an audible 'beep' can be set to alert the user that an incoming call has been placed to them.
Call/Presence Indicator
Each channel has its own red LED that acts as a called/ presence detector on the incoming audio circuit. When audio is detected, the LED is lit, and it stays lit for a short period after the incoming audio stops. When an incoming call is detected, the LED will flash.