MAYAH is shipping SPORTY, the new Portable Reporter Codec for IP, 3G/UMTS, ISDN & POTS with recording possibility |
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| Munich, January 5, 2009: MAYAH Communications, the innovative German codec manufacturer is now shipping its newest product SPORTY. It can send and receive audio signals over IP/Ethernet, as well as over wireless networks with optional UMTS/3G interface. Optional WLAN/Wi-Fi interface to be added very soon. Always “on board” is the traditional interface for the broadcast industry – ISDN, supporting different protocols for worldwide communication. For locations with no any digital communication possibilities SPORTY can transmit over the analogue telephone lines (POTS). Automation and interoperability of the IP-connections are secured by a SIP/RTP protocols implementation strictly based on the EBU Audio-over-IP standard (N/ACIP). For live transmission SPORTY offers two most advanced coding algorithms: MPEG-4 HE AACv2 – for the high quality sound at lowest possible bitrates and AAC ELD (Enhanced Low Delay) for lower latency at low bitrates. In combination with FlashCast® technology, there are G.711, G.722, MPEG Layer 2, Layer 3, linear audio (PCM), as well as the optional apt-X/Eapt-X available. Integrated SD card or USB interfaces can be used for unique feature of simultaneous audio recording or playback using uncompressed Linear audio (PCM). Recording/Playback only are available with MPEG Layer 2 / Layer3 as well as with MPEG-4 AAC. Operation and controls  User interface of the SPORTY provides easy control over all significant audio, transmission and storage parameters. With its long-life rechargeable battery SPORTY can be used both as a desktop device or as a portable codec. Its large monochrome LCD graphic display is easy readable as in the darkness as in the direct sunlight.“In this highly innovative new product reporters and technical staff of the broadcasting companies will find the well-thought-out combination of versatility and ease of use. While the advanced interfacing allows SPORTY to communicate over various protocols including the more and more popular wireless networks, its user interface and proved technologies developed by MAYAH keep it all simple and demand less technical knowledge from the end-users. So the journalists can concentrate on creative side of their job” – says Detlef Wiese, one of the co-founders and general manager of MAYAH Communications GmbH. With all the connectivity and mobility journalists really can transmit their reports home with SPORTY from almost anywhere in the world! Projects SPORTY was used as a main commentary tool during the last Junior Eurovision Song Contest in Limassol, Cyprus. Broadcasters in Germany and other European countries including Poland and Greece already using it for their everyday audio contribution over ISDN, IP or 3G. For more information on SPORTY Portable Reporter Codec please visit MAYAH web-site at www.mayah.com or contact MAYAH at +49 811 5517-0 or info@mayah.com. About MAYAH Communications GmbH The company’s main objective is the development and distribution of innovative high quality solutions for real-time audio and audio/video communications in broadcast and corporate networks. Focus is given to standardized audio and video formats, such as MPEG-1, -2 and 4 as well as proprietary but accepted formats such as E/apt-X, 4SB ADPCM and others. MAYAH started its operations at the end of 1997 and is a privately held company with its headquarter in Hallbergmoos near Munich, an R&D department in Flensburg and a worldwide distribution network. MAYAH stands in close relationship with and is licensing technology from FhG-IIS (Fraunhofer Institute), Coding Technologies, IRT, and others. MAYAH is also a founding member of Audio-via-IP Experts Group working on faster implementation of EBU Audio-over-IP Standard by codec manufacturers. MAYAH’s customers are in radio and TV broadcasting as well as telecommunications, studios and ISPs. FOR EDITORIAL USE ONLY: SPORTY, product images JPG format http://www.mayah.com/gifs/pressnmedia/highres/new/MAYAH_SPORTY_RGB_300dpi.jpg EPS format with selection path http://www.mayah.com/gifs/pressnmedia/highres/new/MAYAH_SPORTY.eps For further press information and images please contact
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