Bordeaux, France, January 8, 2025 - WorldCast Systems, a global leader in broadcast solutions, is proud to announce the release of Audemat DAB Probe software version 3.4.3. The new version brings significant enhancements to the products already powerful monitoring capabilities, offering a range of new features designed to improve user experience, provide more data from the broadcasted contents, and ensure accurate signal analysis.
Designed to be installed in SFN or MFN networks, Audemat DAB Probe offers 24/7 monitoring of Digital Audio Broadcasting (DAB) networks, ensuring uninterrupted signal quality (QoS) analysis, on-site or of a broadcast coverage area. Its robust alarm system is fully customizable, ensuring that operators receive timely notifications of any issues, enabling rapid resolution. Remote control and configuration via a user-friendly Web interface also ensure the efficient management of the probe across multiple locations.
With release 3.4.3, users now have access to the following features:
• Momentary loudness monitoring: Real-time monitoring of loudness levels helps ensure compliance with broadcasting standards and monitors overall audio quality.
• Service logo & ensemble logo display: When available, the service logos are now displayed on the services page, enabling more intuitive navigation of broadcast services.
• Service announcement display: Broadcasters can track and manage real-time network notifications.
• SPI information decoding and display: Provides enhanced insight into the associated program data.
• SPI EPG (Electronic Program Guide) data decoder and display: Offers a richer user experience with detailed program scheduling information.
• SNMP version 3 support: New capability, adding a layer of security and reliability for network management.
• NTP (Network Time Protocol) status monitoring: to help in the NTP configuration.
• Custom Web certificates or IP list: Users can now implement custom Web certificates and manage IP access lists, boosting security and control over network access.
"We are excited to introduce the new features in software version 3.4.3, which will bring even greater value to our users in DAB markets,” said Nathalie Flambard, Application Engineer at WorldCast Systems. “The Audemat DAB Probe continues to set the standard for DAB signal monitoring, and this latest update reinforces our commitment to delivering top-tier performance, security, and innovation."
With several hundred deployed across installations primarily in Europe and Oceania, the Audemat DAB Probe is a trusted solution for DAB signal monitoring and compliance for broadcasters, content providers, and regulators. The latest update underscores WorldCast Systems’ commitment to delivering cutting-edge technology for reliable and accurate monitoring of DAB networks.
The 3.4.3 version is free of charge for all owners with active service contracts.
