The MiniSonic MS1/MS10 Audio Analyser/Studio Aid is a complete, hand held, two-channel analogue audio test set that measures frequency, frequency response, phase, level, noise, distortion, crosstalk, speed and path latency (delay).
As well as being a quality tester it's a precision line-up tool, a stereo PPM,
a balanced-unbalanced convertor (both ways),a stereo mic preamp, a headphone amp, and a level convertor. Automated measurements
can be made through the use of
Sequences. This powerful system allows a series of measurements to be made with the press of two buttons. The 'sequence' of tests can be run at any level
and any necessary normalisation is taken care of for you. Graphs of frequency response, noise against time and level against level (headroom plot) can all be displayed by the computer support software
Lin4WinXP (supplied).
MiniSonic MS1
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MiniSonic MS10.
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The Minisonic range represents a new direction for Lindos and despite tiny size and low cost it can still generate and measure to
+18dBu. While the MS10 includes a form of
the automated sequence testing used daily the world over by
LA100 users the MS1 provides low cost entry by
leaving out all segments but the five second sweep. Upgrading to an MS10 requires only the firmware chip
(access via front panel).
MS10 Self Test Results
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MS10 Sequence Test Results - A complete test in less than 30s
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Minisonic
Sequences
run considerably faster because they are two channel and use an improved format so, unless you require
the exceptional precision of the
LA100 the MS10 may offer everything even professional users need, but at a much lower price.
The most commonly used
LA100 segments can also be generated and received by the MiniSonic. See the
Version History page for full details.
Lin4WinXP Control Panel
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Lin4WinXP Control Panel
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The back of the MiniSonic
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MiniSonic Back Panel
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Low Distortion Precision Digitally Synthesised Generator 4Hz to 40kHz with -86db THD @ 1khz and 0.02dB ripple.
+19dBu Out (balanced)
Precision two-channel Level Measurement (0.01dB Resolution when using Windows PC display)
Vernier mode using the 'shadowbar' for readings to 0.05dB resolution on the built-in LED display for critical line-ups.
Noise, Crosstalk and Distortion measurement with perceptually based weighting.
Frequency and Phase measurement.
Sweep and Sequence Capability simultaneous two-channel sweep plus many other automatic segments (distortion, noise, sweeps, headroom plot and even PPM tone burst tests).
Novel 'UniSon' Interfaces for instant compatibility with both Balanced Professional and Single-Ended Consumer levels (XLR and Phono leads supplied).
Bright true - PPM Display IEC 268 type II (BBC standard) - with stereo gain controlled loop-through output - ideal for setting levels in video post production, or for field recording to camcorders.
Stereo low-noise Microphone Preamps built-in, with 5V power for calibrated miniature electret microphones.
Full Remote Control via RS232 port, with free supporting 'Lin4Win' software on CD for Windows 95/98/XP/NT
Lithium-ion battery for 15hrs use, with built-in charging from a universal 12V power adaptor (included).
Novel Tilt-Panel Case
The Lindos precision calibrated electret microphones can be used in all
measurement modes as well as for recording with the ultimate quality that
only 1/4" microphones (with their freedom from high frequency
directionality, interference patterns, and ringing) can make
possible.
Calibration is such that 100dB SPL reads 0dB on level +-0.5dB at 1kHz,
making accurate measurements of monitor level and frequency response
possible. The MiniSonics sweep segments,
with automatic triggering from the sound (no other connection needed) can be used to plot frequency response or rooms, speakers and other microphones.
Echoes may interfere at bigger distances. Acoustic noise levels can also
be measured to low levels for comparing noise from air
conditioning, computer fans etc; and of course, electret
microphone noise levels can be measured directly.
Remote Control
RS232 (9600 Baud) in and out on 9w D socket.
Full set of remote
commands similar to LA100 but with special commands for two-channel
operation.
'SyncLink' fast auto-binary-data-out format for 110Hz
computer update with 'Lin4Win' support software on PC gives true PPM
two-channel dynamics without flicker, and simultaneous control from either
the unit or the computer.
Lin4WinXP - Support Software
This software provides superb enhancement of the MiniSonic
facilities when used with a PC or Laptop.
The full control panel, with fast updating twin precision bargraphs as well as digital display of
level (to 0.01dB) and frequency displays, provides auto-ranging, manual
range selection, and many other facilities not possible from the MiniSonic
controls directly. Fast response has been given priority through the use
of SyncLink, so that the controls have the feel of hardware rather than
software. The unit can be unplugged and 'hot-plugged' with communication
re-established in a second or two.
Sequences can also be edited and run more easily, with stunning full
graphic presentation. Sequences run from Lin4Win (as opposed to
downloaded after running), can display high-resolution sweeps (up to 128
frequency steps), with two-channel results in as little as five
seconds. Tone bursts, presets, unlimited sequence results storage, and
graph scaling are just some of the added features available with Lin4Win.
