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Section 2 INTRODUCTION 37
Where does Telos stand on compatibility?
Our industry must avoid proprietary schemes. It is unfair to lock customers into old
technology in order to maintain compatibility with their existing equipment, rather
than allowing them to take advantage of emerging technologies.
It is essential for codec manufacturers to comply with the coding algorithms that have
been carefully crafted. Our coding is “laboratory- reference,” strictly adhering to the
algorithms of their developers, Fraunhofer for Layer III and the IRT for Layer II. We have
strong working relationships with these laboratories and intend to utilize the best and
most powerful coding algorithms regardless of their origins.
Do you see cascading multiple codecs as a problem?
Good question. It appears that, in the near future, most broadcast audio signals will be
subject to multiple encode/ decode cycles before they reach the listener. Unfortunately,
there is no completed research into the effects of cascading using “real- world”
broadcast audio chain configurations. Our view is that one should code only where the
bits are unavailable or expensive – and then use the most bits and the most powerful
coding method. And, proceed with caution, using your ears as well as all available
information. In today’s world coding is everywhere, ask questions, many digital systems
use this technology..
About Telos Systems
At Telos, our mission is to give you the tools to exploit the full potential of available
analog and digital bandwidth. Wherever telecommunications and broadcasting meet,
you’ll find us. With that in mind, we’ve compressed a lot of innovation into the decade
since introducing the Telos 10 digital hybrid talk show system, the first broadcast
product to use DSP.
We believe the new possibilities offered by digital telephone services and high-
performance audio coding are the most exciting things happening in broadcasting
technology today. The future is at the doorstep, and our role is to do our best to bring it
to you.
As our President says:
“ The best way to participate in the future is to
create it!”
- Steve