Based on the universal, freely configurable CANTUS mixing-console system, CINETRA was specifically designed as a film and multimedia console. Many features of the CINETRA were completely redesigned from scratch to meet the high standards imposed to a »real« multichannel console.

The Personalized Console

All CINETRA consoles – from small ADR recording consoles up to large final-mix systems – are manufactured according to the customer‘s requirements.

The Modular Concept

The modular concept of CINETRA and NEXUS allows not only for a customized configuration of the overall system but also for implementing extra features, for example, intercom systems. Subsequent adaptation to changed requirements (for example, system extension with signal-processor boards, I/O boards, or additional control panels) is no problem either.

Automation

CINETRA features a complete snapshot and dynamic automation functionality for all audio parameters. Touch-sensitive encoders and faders provide for quick and intuitive automation control.

Flexible Channels and Buses

The free configurability of channel and bus distribution and the channel structure that can be changed virtually at any time allow for an optimum project-oriented adaptation to the most versatile environments.

Fibre-Optic Lines

The deployment of fibre-optic cables for system control and the routing of audio signals, data, and wordclock simplify the installation and make the system insusceptible to electromagnetic interference.

CINETRA Overview:

• freely assignable controls
• 8 encoder-display sets per control channel
• hires metering (analog curve provided); no external level meter required
• inputs and outputs routable via the fibre-optic audio network
• fully digital design
• analog-I/O headroom similar to analog desks; processes levels of up to 28 dBu
• optimum dynamic parameters
• noise-free mixing
• no channel clipping; unsurpassed audio quality thanks to floating-point arithmetic
• extended mix-bus headroom
• global sample rates (44.1/48 KHz)
• up to 136 audio channels (setup-dependent)
• 64 buses (even on smaller consoles)
• up to 8 full channels or 32 gain channels computable per DSP board
• consistently multichannel-enabled
• fibre-optic connections between partial systems; spanning distances of up to 70 km/43.5 miles achievable on request
• ProTouch Record - snapshot and dynamic automation of all console parameters
• TrueMatch™ - our excellent patented A/D-converter technology
• microphone inputs: 28-bit TrueMatch™ A/D, >150 dB(A) dynamics
• line inputs: 24-bit TrueMatch™ A/D, 133 dB(A) dynamics (typ.)
• line outputs: 24-bit D/A, 127 dB(A) dynamics
• digital audio formats: AES/EBU, AES 42 and S/PDIF, Y2 (MEL2), SDIF-2, MADI, ADAT, TDIF, SDI
• sample-rate converters for digital boards
• small dimensions
• low power dissipation and heat generation
• completely fan-free main components (console, audio processor, NEXUS base devices)
• modular structure