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Intraplex®
Legendary Performance, Next-Generation Innovation
 GatesAir efficiently leverages broadcast spectrum and intelligent
IP networks to maximize performance for mission-critical services,
including multichannel TV and radio for broadcast; and public
safety communications for municipalities and emergency response
teams. All research, development and innovation is driven from the
company’s facilities in Mason, Ohio, and supported by the long-standing
manufacturing center in Quincy, Illinois. Furthermore, GatesAir’s
global sales and support staff, and extensive channel partner network,
establishes a worldwide presence unrivaled by competitive vendors.

In broadcast, GatesAir offers the industry’s broadest portfolio to

wirelessly deliver and monetize content. The company’s exclusive focus
on the over-the-air market helps broadcasters optimize services today,
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renowned Intraplex range comprises the Transport pillar, enabling audio
contribution and distribution (along with data) over IP and TDM networks.
Intraplex solutions provide value for broadcasters for point-to-point (STL,
remote broadcast) and multipoint (single-frequency networks, syndicated
Global Service Locations
distribution) connectivity. Recent innovations give broadcasters rock-
solid, bandwidth-rich solutions for moving content over IP networks, with
visibility into stream and network performance. GatesAir continues to
innovate robust and reliable solutions for traditional RF STL connections
that can also accommodate IP traffic. In larger transmitter networks,
Simulcasting technology ensures all GatesAir transmitters are time-locked
for synchronous, over-the-air content delivery.

In public safety, Intraplex IP and TDM solutions are among the

most widely deployed worldwide for intelligible voice and data
communications. Intraplex public safety solutions assure highly secure
and available networks, with maximum redundancy to assure mission-
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critical information is delivered for emergency communication purposes.

Simulcasting capability extends these communications to multiple receive
stations, supporting single or multiple municipalities.
Intraplex® Audio Codecs for
Broadcast STL and Distribution
Performance
For more than 35 years, Intraplex® solutions have been broadcasters’ top choice for linking studios and transmitters—
from the simplest setup to the most complex network. Intraplex products are also widely used in public safety and other
markets requiring highly reliable audio and data communications. It is clear: Intraplex products deliver solid reliability and
long-term value, proven technology plus the latest innovations to help our customers outpace the competition.

Reliability
At GatesAir, we’ve built our business intelligently—by listening to customers. We’ve incorporated the best technologies
into industry-first products that enable broadcasters to step into the future.

In 1922, GatesAir first started to serve the emerging radio industry. Today we offer a complete line of interoperable
and integrated global broadcast solutions. GatesAir now has more installations around the globe—transmitters, audio
consoles, networking systems, studio-to-transmitter links (STL) and data multiplexing solutions—than any other broadcast
equipment provider. Our expertise is built into every product we bring to market, delivering quality and performance that
endures.

Versatility
The Intraplex family of products includes a wide range of wired
and wireless IP and audio networking solutions for IP networks,
digital T1/E1 links or 950 MHz wireless. To minimize cost
and ensure consistent performance, Intraplex solutions
are interoperable, modular, compatible, and are easy to
upgrade as business and technology needs change.
Intraplex®
Broadcast Solutions
Product Description Applications Key Selling Points
• Robust IP delivery
• Robust failover mechanism
Multichannel (up to 16 stereo), • Hardware/software redundancy
multistream IP encoder and • Multicast, Unicast (Point-to-Point and Point-to-
Radio Broadcasting
decoder with integrated codecs Multi-Point), and Multi-Unicast
• STL
for voice and broadband audio. • Multi-coding
Ascent • Audio contribution/distribution for AM/
Scalable, customizable, and • Multi-protocol, interoperability
FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet
reliable STL platform. Available • Multiple streams per channel
streaming
as a 1RU hardware server or as • Protocol Encapsulation: Real-time Transport
a software-only solution. Protocol (RTP), Secure Reliable Transport (SRT)
• Audio aligned to metadata and GPIO
• AES-128 stream encryption

• Robust IP delivery
• Robust failover mechanism
Multichannel, multistream IP TV and Radio Broadcasting • Hardware/software redundancy
encoder and decoder with • STL • Multicast, Unicast, and Multi-Unicast
integrated codecs for video and • Video contribution/distibution for UDP- • Multi-coding
Ascent Media audio. Scalable, customizable, based media over IP, including ATSC 1.0 • Multi-protocol, interoperability
Gateway and reliable STL platform. and ATSC 3.0 • Multiple streams per channel
Available as a 1RU hardware • Audio contribution/distribution for AM/ • Protocol Encapsulation: Real-time Transport
server or as a software-only FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet Protocol (RTP), Secure Reliable Transport (SRT)
solution. streaming • Supports up to 50 Mbps per stream
• Total capacity of 250 Mbps per server
• AES-128/256 stream encryption

Single stereo channel IP • Robust IP delivery

Radio Broadcasting
encoder and decoder with • Robust failover mechanism
• STL
integrated codecs for voice and • Hardware redundancy
• Audio contribution/distribution for AM/
IP Link 100c broadband audio, including AES • Multicast, Unicast
FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet
192. Portable, half-rack unit with • Multi-coding
streaming
smallest form factor. Lowest • Multi-protocol, interoperability
cost model of IP Link platform. • Audio aligned to metadata and GPIO

Single stereo channel IP encoder • Robust IP delivery

and decoder with integrated Radio Broadcasting • Robust failover mechanism
codecs for voice and broadband • STL • Hardware redundancy
IP Link 100e audio, including AES 192. • Audio contribution/distribution for AM/ • Multicast, Unicast
Modular plug-in card for Flexiva FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet • Multi-coding
transmitters/exciters, adding streaming • Multi-protocol, interoperability
native AoIP STL functionality. • Audio aligned to metadata and GPIO

• Robust IP delivery
• Robust failover mechanism
Dual stereo channel IP encoder Radio Broadcasting
• Hardware redundancy
and decoder with integrated • STL
• Multicast, Unicast
codecs for voice and broadband • Audio contribution/distribution for AM/
IP Link 200 • Multi-coding
audio, including AES 192. FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet
• Multi-protocol, interoperability
Integrated front panel and GPS streaming
• Audio aligned to metadata and GPIO
timing capability. • Precision playout delay for SFN FM
• Independent SynchroCast® operation for each
channel

• Multicast, Unicast
• Robust IP delivery
• Robust failover mechanism
Single stereo channel, analog
• Hardware redundancy
composite FM multiplex signal IP Radio Broadcasting
• Excellent stereo separation (>56 dB) and THD
IP Link MPXp encoder and decoder with front • STL FM
• Futureproof: capability to transport the entire
panel display and GPS timing • Precision playout delay for SFN FM
FM spectrum
capability
• Decodes Audio and RDS from MPX signal
• Optional mixing of subcarriers signals
• SynchroCast®
Intraplex®
Broadcast Solutions
Product Description Applications Key Selling Points
• Superior RF performance from integrated 5
Watts of RF power and LDPC channel coding
• Hardware redundancy
• Up to 256 QAM modulation – provides higher
950 MHz STL system to carry: data rate per Hz
Radio Broadcasting
HD Link 2 stereo, 2 mono channels and • Flexible partitioning of total data rate capacity
• STL FM/HD Radio
ethernet traffic – up to 100% can be allocated for Ethernet
service
• Automatic failover to a backup IP path
• Automatic adaptation to degrading RF
condition

• Single system to carry multiple channels of

program audio, voice and data
• Wide variety of plug in channel modules for
Radio Broadcasting
audio encoding/decoding, voice and various
• STL
Flexible, modular digital data interfaces, including Ethernet bridging.
• Audio contribution/distribution for AM/
multiplexer for transport of • IP packet loss protection
NetXpress FM/HD Radio/DAB/DAB+/DRM/Internet
audio, voice and data channels • Hardware and site redundancy
streaming
over T1/E1 and IP circuits • Multicast, Unicast (Point-to-Point and Point-to-
• Voice and data communications
Multi-Point)
• SFN for FM
• Up to 32 IP destination streams
• Simultaneous operation over E1/T1 and IP
• SynchroCast®

Public Safety • Includes tools required to make IP a reliable

• Simulcast Mobile Radio Systems transport method for live traffic,
Flexible, modular digital • Mobile Radio Voted Audio Transport • Compatible with SynchroCast for simulcast
multiplexer for transport of • Simulcast mobile radio (precise timing mobile radio systems
NetXpress LX
audio, voice and data channels control) • Connect to multiple sites (up to 32) from a
over IP circuits • Automatic backup site switching single chassis
• Site to site transport of audio, voice and • Wide variety of plug in channel modules
data signals • Easy upgrade to existing T1/E1 Intraplex users

• Single platform to monitor, log and get email

Radio Broadcasting notification for media over IP (Audio, AES192,
• Network analytics for Voice and Data Analog MPX) streams
Over IP for IP Link Audio and MPX • Easy to follow graphical trends of network
Network Performance
LiveLook codecs. performance
Monitoring and Analytics
• Provides recommendation to optimize • Logs and creates report of network
the codec’s network error protection performance to allow SLA monitoring
schemes. • Models packet losses to recommend most
effective recovery
Intraplex® Systems for Public Safety
and Government Communications
Flexible Communication Architectures
Robust, multipoint connections. Flexible communication architectures. Highly secure and available networks. These
are the tenets of public safety communications systems today. And this is why emergency responder teams depend on
GatesAir: Reliable, high-quality communication of mission-critical audio and data from one to many points, across many
municipal organizations.

GatesAir Intraplex public safety solutions leverage the power of intelligent IP and TDM networks to transport voice and
data with rock-solid reliability. The always-on nature of Intraplex solutions supports immediate and precision-timed
delivery of emergency response communications over secure connections.

Flexible and scalable architectures eliminate the restrictions of point-to-point communications in favor of extensible
networks that broaden reach. For multipoint networks, Intraplex simulcasting solutions allow the efficient use of the
same set of frequencies at multiple sites for real time communication across multiple base stations and targets. Multiple
dispatchers and emergency responders can clearly communicate information over the same network, with the exceptional
quality and voice intelligibility that is a hallmark of Intraplex.

Performance
Intraplex solutions further enhance public safety networks with system-level redundancy to ensure constant availability, as
well as outstanding bandwidth management to eliminate network congestion. Sophisticated network monitoring provides
technical personnel with a comprehensive view of network performance. GatesAir’s world-class service and support
will ensure your networks are up and running quickly, with exceptional ongoing performance –
ensuring the lowest possible total cost of ownership for your public safety networks.
Intraplex®
Emergency Services Solutions
Product Description Applications Key Selling Points
Public Safety
• Simulcast Mobile Radio Systems • Robust IP delivery
• Mobile Radio Voted Audio Transport • Robust failover mechanism
4 voice channels IP codec with
• Simulcast mobile radio (precise • Hardware redundancy
IP Link 200 integrated GPS option and 8 multi-
timing control) • Multicast, Unicast (Point-to-Point and Point-
function GPIOs.
• Automatic backup site switching to-Multi-Point)
• Site to site transport of audio, voice • E&M Signaling
and data signals
• Highly accurate timing for voting and
Public Safety
simulcast applications
Flexible, modular digital multiplexer • Simulcast Mobile Radio Backbone
• Modular design for flexible configuration
Access Server for transport of audio, voice and data • Voted Audio Return Paths
• Robust transport reliability (multiple
channels over T1/E1 networks • Site-to-site transport of audio, voice
redundancy options, framing algorithm)
and data signals.
• Wide variety of plug in channel modules
• Flexible configurations for multiple system
Public Safety applications
6 Port Digital Crossconnect system for
Digital • T1/E1 ring protection • Compatible with SynchroCast for simulcast
grooming and/or protection of audio,
Crossconnect • T1/E1 path protection mobile radio systems
voice and data channels on T1/E1
Server/System • Circuit grooming • Robust transport reliability (multiple
networks
redundancy options, framing algorithm)
• Wide variety of plug in channel modules
• Allows connections over both TDM (T1/E1)
Public Safety
and IP networks simultaneously
• Mobile Radio Backbone Transport
• Includes capabilities required for robust IP
• Voted Audio Transport
Flexible, modular digital multiplexer transport
• Simulcast mobile radio (precise
NetXpress for transport of audio, voice and data • Compatible with SynchroCast for simulcast
timing control)
channels over T1/E1 and IP circuits mobile radio systems
• Automatic backup site switching
• Connect to multiple sites (up to 32) from a
• Site to site transport of audio, voice
single chassis
and data signals
• Wide variety of plug in channel modules
Public Safety • Includes tools required to make IP a
• Simulcast Mobile Radio Systems reliable transport method for live traffic,
• Mobile Radio Voted Audio Transport • Compatible with SynchroCast for simulcast
Flexible, modular digital multiplexer
• Simulcast mobile radio (precise mobile radio systems
NetXpress LX for transport of audio, voice and data
timing control) • Connect to multiple sites (up to 32) from a
channels over IP circuits
• Automatic backup site switching single chassis
• Site to site transport of audio, voice • Wide variety of plug in channel modules
and data signals
Public Safety • Clarifies the details of network conditions
• Analysis of actual network conditions to aid in decision making about appropriate
for aid in troubleshooting responses
Software tool for monitoring and • Analysis of actual network conditions • Allows capture of network performance
LiveLook
analysis of network conditions for aid in selection of NetXpress/ history
NetXpress LX configuration options
to insure the most reliable transport
possible
Intraplex Ascent
GatesAir’s game-changing, award-winning STL system supports up to 32 audio channels with high-end features.

Ascent is ideal for applications that require multiple channels of audio encoding and decoding at head-end sites. The high-density
solution reduces cost and provides a path for convergence of IT and broadcast infrastructure. The interoperability between Ascent
and IP Link codecs provides a complementary solution for remote contribution and distribution use cases.

Built with enhanced network reliability and security in mind, Ascent supports SRT (Secure Reliable Transport), an open-source protocol
that provides low-latency, reliable and secure streaming of audio and video data via a built-in packet re-transmission scheme; the
security of streams is handled by the built-in AES-128/256 payload encryption. Ascent also uses Dynamic Stream Splicing technology,
providing “hitless” protection for packet losses using the combination of time and network diversity for packet transmission, and FEC.

Built on Commercial-Off-The-Shelf (COTS) x86 architecture to leverage the scalability and cost of the technology, Ascent is available in
a 1RU branded hardware server and as a software-only option.

■ 4, 8, 16 stereo channels. Each channel can be full-duplex, ■ Programmable RTP level Forward Error Correction (FEC) scheme
encode-only or decode-only ■ Programmable time diversity and Interleaving of streams to
■ Supports AES3, Analog and AES67 audio input and outputs combat burst packet losses
■ Standard Coding: Linear, Opus ■ Integrated scheduler for automated scheduled program
switching
■ Optional: AAC-HE, AAC-HEv2, AAC- ELD, AAC-xHE, MPEG 2 and
MPEG 3 audio coding ■ Integrated with Intraplex LiveLook (network analytics and
monitoring software)
■ Protocol Encapsulation: Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP),
Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) ■ Web and SNMP for management
■ Streams: Multicast, unicast, and multi-unicast ■ Multiple web account types to restrict access
■ 10 streams per channel with up to 20 destinations per transmit ■ GPIOs: up to 32 in, 8 out. Available for stream transport and
stream; maximum of 100 streams per system alarm assignment
■ Three independent IP interfaces for redundant network ■ Network reliability
operation ▪ Dynamic Stream Splicing with network and time diversity for
■ Built-in silence sensor with optional stream switchover “hitless” packet loss protection
■ Automatic backup to audio playout from USB drive or external ▪ Programmable RTP level Forward Error Correction (FEC)
audio source ▪ Secure Reliable Transport (SRT): new protocol provides
■ Multicoding: can encode the same audio source in multiple automatic packet retransmission method
formats ■ IP Security
■ Prioritized stream sources at the output with automatic switch ▪ Access control per interface
over and switch back between primary and secondary streams
and backup sources (streams, USB, external audio source) ▪ Encryption of streams with AES-128
Intraplex Ascent Media Gateway
GatesAir’s Intraplex Ascent Media Gateway platform supports reliable and secure Cloud-enabled distribution of TV
and radio programming with high-end features..

The Ascent Media Gateway is ideal for applications that require real-time distribution of UDP-based media over IP-based WANs or
Microwave. This includes video programs for TV broadcast, and distribution of audio or FM/MPX signals to a large number of radio
transmitter sites. This high-density solution reduces cost and provides a path for convergence of IT and broadcast infrastructure.

The platform provides a scalable, cloud-enabled solution for the distribution of video and audio signals with enhanced reliability and
security with SRT (Secure Reliable Transport) protocol and Intraplex StreamSplicing®.

Like Ascent, Ascent Media Gateway is available as either a 1RU branded hardware server or as a software-only option.

■ Supports any constant rate UDP over IP media. Tested with ■ Management
ATSC1 and ATSC3 for video, and AES3 and FM/MPX signals for ▪ HTTP and HTTPs
audio.
▪ Built-in access control (Firewalling) on each network port
■ Supports point-to-point and point-to-multipoint with content for security
replication at the receiver to feed up to 3 local destinations
■ Web and SNMP for management
■ Protocol Encapsulation: Real-time Transport Protocol (RTP);
Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) ■ Multiple web account types to restrict access

■ Streams: Multicast, unicast, and multi-unicast ■ Network reliability

■ Capacity ▪ Dynamic Stream Splicing with network and time diversity

for “hitless” packet loss protection
▪ Supports up to 50 Mbps of source rate per stream
▪ Programmable RTP-level Forward Error Correction (FEC)
▪ Total capacity of 250 Mbps per server
▪ Secure Reliable Transport (SRT): new protocol provides
▪ Number of streams per server: scalable up to 100 with the automatic packet retransmission method
limitation of maximum capacity
■ IP Security
■ Server Specification
▪ Access control per interface
▪ Intel i7, 4-core, 8 GB memory, 32 GB SSD
▪ Encryption of streams with AES 128/256
▪ 3 Network Ports
▪ OS: Ubuntu version 16.04
▪ Available with single or dual power supplies
Intraplex IP Link Family
The Intraplex® IP Link family of IP audio codecs provides high-end features at an affordable price.

Offering an array of audio coding options, the IP Link codecs are suitable for use in Studio to Transmitter Links (STLs) as well as audio
contribution/distribution networks. Support for IP multicast and multiple unicast streams enables one encoder to feed multiple decoders.

By incorporating three IP interfaces that can be used for streaming and management, the IP Link systems can provide a level of
reliability not seen in comparably-priced codecs.

As the latest addition to the Intraplex family of audio transport products, the IP Link audio codecs bring legendary Intraplex reliability
to the IP codec market.

■ IP Link 100c: Portable, half-rack unit; single bidirectional stereo ■ Integrated with Intraplex LiveLook (Network Analytics and
audio channel Monitoring software)
■ IP Link 100e: Modular plug-in card for Flexiva transmitters/ ■ N+1 redundancy with integrated control of external switching
exciters; single bidirectional stereo audio channel equipment
■ IP Link 200: Two bidirectional stereo audio channels ■ Support for IP multicast and multi-unicast
■ Standard audio coding: Linear and Opus (IP Link 200 also ■ Web browser user interface and SNMP network management
includes AAC-LC and G.722) ■ Multiple, multi-purpose contact closure inputs/outputs provide:
■ Optional audio coding: AAC-LC; AAC-HE; AAC-HEv2; AAC-ELD; ▪ Transport of logic signals with time-alignment to audio
AES192; MPEG2; MPEG3; Icecast; Shoutcast; Enhanced aptX ▪ Stream control
■ Other transport modes: Transparent AES up to 192 kS/s to ▪ Alarm notification
support composite FM multiplex signal over AES
■ Additional options:
■ Protocol Encapsulation: RTP; Shoutcast/Icecast (requires ▪ Dynamic Stream Splicing provides “hitless” operation over
optional audio coding pack); SRT; MPEG-TS (for IP Link 200) diverse network paths
■ 3 independent IP interfaces for redundant network operation ▪ SynchroCast™ provides dynamically managed precision delay for
■ Built-in silence sensor with optional stream switch-over Single Frequency Network (SFN) broadcasting and simulcasting
▪ μMPX transport a full FM composite MPX signal, including
■ Automatic backup to audio playout from USB drive or external
pilot and RDS, with perfect peak control with bitrate of 320
audio source
kbit/s. Compatible with SynchroCast. (for IPL100c &100e)
■ Multicoding: the same audio source can be encoded in multiple ▪ 10-band high-precision audio processing (for IPL100c & 100e)
formats for STL, backup, and Web streaming ▪ Digital FM-MPX format support with compatibility with IP
■ Prioritized stream sources at the output with automatic switch- Link MPXp (for IPL100c & 100e)
over and switch back between primary and secondary streams ▪ Secure Reliable Transport (SRT) with 128/256-bit encryption
and backup sources (Streams, USB, external audio source) and automatic packet re-transmission (for IPL100c & 100e)
■ Programmable RTP level Forward Error Correction (FEC) scheme ▪ Internal plug-in module supports two microphone level
inputs (for IPL100e only)
■ Programmable Time Diversity and Interleaving of streams to
combat burst packet losses ▪ Redundant power supply: +12V, -48V DC (for IPL200 only)
▪ Automatic audio loudness leveling and metering compliant
■ Integrated with Intraplex IP Link Scheduler for automated
with EBU R-128 and ITU-R (for IPL200 only)
scheduled program switching
Intraplex IP Link MPXp
The Intraplex IP Link MPXp provides robust transport of your FM MPX composite signal over IP networks.

Now offering both digital and analog MPX FM composite signal support as well as flexible sampling rates and sample sizes options.
The IP Link MPXp codec optimizes IP network bandwidth utilization based on the FM services being transported. IP Link MPXp codecs
are suitable for use in IP based Studio to Transmitter Links (STLs) as well as distribution networks. Support for IP multicast and
multiple unicast streams enables one encoder to feed multiple decoders.

By incorporating three IP interfaces that can be used for streaming and management, the IP Link MPXp system can provide a level of
reliability not seen in comparably-priced codecs.

As the latest addition to the Intraplex family of audio and data transport products, the IP Link MPXp codec bring legendary Intraplex
reliability to the IP codec market.

■ Single bidirectional FM MPX composite signal ■ Prioritized stream sources at the output with automatic switch
over and switch back between primary and secondary
■ Support for both analog FM MPX composite and digital MPX
over AES with bridging between digital and analog domains ■ Programmable RTP level Forward Error Correction (FEC)
scheme
■ Redundant input MPX signal ports with automatic failover
based on signal activity ■ Programmable time diversity and interleaving of streams to
combat burst packet losses
■ Redundant output MPX signal ports
■ Integrated with Intraplex IP Link Scheduler for automated
■ Independent signal level setting for each input and output MPX
scheduled program switching
signal port
■ Integrated with Intraplex LiveLook (network analytics and
■ Flexible sampling rates and sample size options to tailor IP
monitoring software)
WAN bandwidth
■ N+1 redundancy with integrated control of external switching
■ Two channels of SCA mixing
equipment
■ Three independent IP interfaces for redundant network
■ SynchroCast™ option provides dynamically managed precision
operation
delay for Single Frequency Network (SFN) broadcasting and
■ IPConnect option provides reliable time aligned transport of simulcasting
external data streams such as HD Radio E2X with the MPX data
■ Support for IP multicast and multi- unicast
stream
■ Web browser user interface and SNMP network management
■ Optional redundant power supply: 12VDC or 48VDC
■ Eight multipurpose contact closure inputs and outputs provide:
■ VU meters to indicate input and output MPX signal levels
■ Transport of logic signals with time- alignment to MPX
■ GPS support for precision digital timing reference
signal
■ Decoding audio and RDS data from input or output MPX signal.
■ Stream control
Audio is output on headphone jack
■ Alarm notification
■ Built-in silence sensor with optional stream switch over
■ Optional Dynamic Stream Splicing with time and network
diversity provides “hitless” packet loss and network loss
protection
Intraplex HD Link™ — 950 MHz STL and IP Data Gateway
The Intraplex HD Link™ STL transport solution delivers reliable and robust audio links for 950 MHz applications, and
includes an integrated IP gateway—the first in a radio STL. The easy-to-configure HD Link employs the latest RF, audio and
digital networking technologies for dependable, quality audio links for both UDP/IP and the higher-performance TCP/IP
protocols. Options are available for nearly any combination of audio, data, control and status in radio broadcasting, as well
as future media applications.

With HD Link, you can count on the same dependable performance, superior support and long-term value for your
microwave links that you receive on your T1 and IP audio links. HD Link offers RF power to spare, sophisticated data
handling capabilities and multiple channels of great audio. The intuitive front panel and remote interfaces put the most
complete feature set of any microwave STL at your fingertips.

Straight out of the box, HD Link manages all HD Radio™ transport scenarios, no matter where the importer and exporter
are placed. With two prioritized Ethernet paths, the HD Link gives preference to HD Radio™ data over control and other
LAN/WAN data, and supports UDP and TCP. The HD Link can even handle the switching of TCP return packets over
asymmetric IP paths available) with plug-and-play simplicity.

■ One or two stereo audio programs, linear or compressed (Note: ■ Ability to operate on both 950 MHz and IP paths simultaneously
With the selection of one or two stereo programs, linear or and automatically back up any service from either path to the
compressed, all other list items are standard) other in case of path failure
■ 5 W output power (can be dialed down to 1 W or 2 W, if desired) ■ Automatic adaptation to impairment of the RF path by shifting
to a lower QAM rate and adjusting the audio and data services
■ Two 7 kHz auxiliary audio channels that can be used for AM,
to a minimum (requires a small amount of IP connectivity to
reading for the blind, SCA and EAS
operate)
■ Built-in circulator for protection
■ Advanced LDPC error correction
■ Up to 1.5 Mb/s IP data handling capacity, user-configurable
■ Bright, full-color, easy-to-use front-panel display
■ Two prioritized IP data ports: high priority for HD Radio™
■ Control and monitor via web browser
streams, low priority for control and LAN data
■ Easy-to-load firmware upgrades via USB key or FTP
■ One RS-232 auxiliary data port for each main program audio
channel
■ Front-panel headphone jack on the receiver to monitor any of
the audio programs
Intraplex NetXpress™ — The Pinnacle of
Audio Over IP Performance
The Intraplex NetXpress™ IP audio multiplexer provides audio transport over
packet-switched networks for a wide range of real-time audio, voice and data applications. NetXpress delivers quality and
economy of IP in one solution, including distribution circuits, studio-to-studio, STL/TSL links, remote pickup, and program
and spot delivery.
■ Support of up to 32 simultaneous streams ■ Multiple services transported in one or more streams
■ Simultaneous IP and T1/E1 operation, including the ability to ■ Smooth migration to packet-switched networks
bridge programs between two types of networks ■ Integrates with SynchroCast3™ for simulcast systems
■ Network monitoring and bandwidth management ■ Built-in error correction
■ Professional audio transport over 10/100Base-T networks ■ Easy management of multiple distribution networks

Intraplex NetXpress LX™ Program Audio Transport

The Intraplex NetXpress LX™ multiplexer delivers the same quality performance of the Intraplex NetXpress IP audio
multiplexer, but in a scaled down, cost-efficient platform. NetXpress LX supports unicast and multicast, and can carry
multiple stereo audio programs and accommodate up to 32 streams. It is fully interoperable with NetXpress systems for
flexibility and easy expansion.

Intraplex CM-30 — IP Network Conversion Card

The Intraplex CM-30 network card converts your T1/E1 systems to IP. Plug in a card and perform user configurations, and
in most cases, within minutes the CM-30 upgrades Intraplex T1/E1 systems to lower-cost, high-performing IP networks
that maintain signal quality and existing feature sets. It virtually pays for itself. The CM-30 is compatible with all Intraplex
audio, voice and data interface cards, and works with SynchroCast3 simulcast systems for FM transmission. Intraplex
frames equipped with the CM-30 are fully interoperable with NetXpress and NetXpress LX IP multiplexers.

Intraplex SynchroCast3™ — Multiple-Transmitter Simulcast System

The Intraplex SynchroCast3 simulcasting system delivers industry-leading performance for multiple-transmitter simulcasts.
SynchroCast3 enables single-frequency analog FM coverage by synchronizing two or more adjacent FM transmitters
to increase coverage area and reduce interference. The third-generation SynchroCast3 makes new GPS-based timing
technology available to older transmitter networks, and automatically—and hitlessly—adjusts for changes in link delays
occurring with STL path rerouting or data buffering. The SynchroCast3 system is scalable and works with Intraplex T1/E1/IP
multiplexers to allow broadcasters to benefit from SynchroCast® technology without installing a new transmission system.
Intraplex STL HD — T1 STL System
The Intraplex STL HD solution lets you customize your T1 STL with the
features and circuits you require. The modular system transports crystal-
clear digital audio on all types of T1 links, across any terrain. The STL HD
system can be set up to carry one-way or full-duplex stereo audio, with or
without compression. STL HD provides a range of data-interface options
and supports a variety of telephone, intercom and other voice-grade
applications.

STL HD: Next-Generation Intraplex Technology

■ Unsurpassed reliability and audio transport
■ Two-wire and four-wire available
■ Industry-leading data circuits and interface options
■ Fully software configurable

Intraplex CrossConnect System and Server

(DCS-9500) T1/E1 CrossConnect Routing/Switching System
Intraplex CrossConnect systems and servers provide the flexibility to combine,
interconnect and multicast traffic on up to six T1 or E1 circuits, as well as automatic
backup switching for STL links. Broadcasters can mix and match program audio,
voice and data feeds among multiple studio and transmitter locations, and save on
programming, talent and administrative costs by sharing transmission resources
among stations. Using the same plug-in modules as the Intraplex T1/E1 multiplexers, the CrossConnect server accepts a variety
of sources for integrated voice, data and program audio.

Intraplex Modules
GatesAir Intraplex program audio, data, voice and telephone modules are available to meet
even the most specific need.

Program audio modules are available with analog and/or AES inputs and outputs, and function
with T1, E1 or IP networks enable broadcasters to transport linear and compressed audio to
transmitters or share programming with other studios.

Voice and telephone modules digitally transport voice-grade audio for telephone, intercom, fax and modem circuits, which can
be combined with other data, voice and program audio for transmission. Two-wire, four-wire and wideband voice modules,
with a variety of coding and signaling options, are available.

Data application modules for synchronous and asynchronous protocols, including RS-232, RS-449, X.21 and V.35 and LAN
interfaces, are available.
Intraplex ® First in Proven Performance &
Next-Generation Innovation
For over 35 years, Intraplex products have delivered proven performance for audio, voice and data transport worldwide. The
Intraplex line has been the broadcast transport leader in customer satisfaction, innovation and industry firsts. At GatesAir, we
know our reputation is because of our reliable, intelligent products that help our customers enhance their competitive position
and business results. In an ever-changing industry, we keep our eye on the horizon. We listen to our customers, so we can
continue to engineer innovative, high-value products with the versatility to perform today and into the next generation.

1984-1989 ■ Named first Bell system-approved audio multiplexer (then built by TauTron)
■ Deployed for the world’s first digital audio broadcast over long-distance fiber optic networks; first remote broadcast
by satellite using T1 digital transmission (used to broadcast the Reykjavík, Iceland Summit between U.S. President
Ronald Reagan and Soviet Union Secretary-General Mikhail Gorbachev)
■ First variable rate audio multiplexer

1990-1999 ■ First T1 audio multiplexer to incorporate proprietary frame synchronization to ensure transmission robustness
■ First digital audio multiplexer to support both EBU standard J.41 audio coding and non-standard apt-X100 coding on
the same platform
■ First transport of plesiochronous data signals over T1, in support of NASA launch tracking
■ First T1/E1 multiplexer capable of synchronizing single-frequency analog FM networks (SynchroCast)
■ First multichannel T1/E1 digital cross-connect switch for use in digital broadcast audio networks
■ GatesAir acquires Intraplex

2000-2005 ■ First modular ISDN audio codec (IntraLink)

■ First modular IP audio codec (IntraLink-IP)
■ First T1 system to transport FM and HD Radio signals together (STL HD)

2005-2010 ■ First digital audio multiplexer to work on T1/E1 and IP networks simultaneously (NetXpress)
■ NetXpress deployed globally to support BBC World Service program distribution and monitoring
■ First combined T1/E1/IP system for synchronizing single-frequency analog FM networks (SynchroCast3)
■ First 950 MHz STL system to intelligently handle both FM and HD Radio (HD Link) to seamlessly operate on both RF and
IP paths with automatic fail over.
■ CM-30 launched; provides existing Intraplex users flexibility to convert their T1 systems for use on IP networks

2011-2013 ■ IP Link Audio Codec Platform launched with IP Link 100 model. IP Link 100 won “Best of Show” NAB 2012
■ IP Link 200 launched. Won “Best of Show” NAB 2013. IP Link 200 selected for FM SFN by Geo Broadcast Solution

2014-2016 ■ Intraplex LiveLook - network analytics and optimizing software for IP Link codec platform launched. First for Audio
Over IP Codec Industry
■ IP Link codecs selected for SynchroCast® application by Arqiva for BBC project
■ IP Link codecs selected by NPR for nationwide audio contribution/distribution project
■ HD Link capabilities expanded to transport up to 3.1 Mbps of IP data for STL application
■ IP Link MPX product launched. Won “Best of Show” at NAB 2016

2017-2021 ■ IP Link MPXp product launched. Won “Best of Show” at NAB 2017
■ IPConnect product launched, our reliable transport network gateway. Won “Best of Show” at IBC 2017 & NAB 2018
■ Ascent platform launched, our cloud-based AVoIP multichannel STL codec, the first in the industry to use Secure
Reliable Transport (SRT). Won “Best of Show” and “Product of the Year” at NAB 2019 and “Best of Show” at IBC 2019
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