The M2 is ideal for exhibit or announcement applications where high fidelity audio is required. Up to 2 stereo channels are supported in the table top/wall mount configuration and up to 6 stereo channels are supported in the rack mount version. Right and left outputs of a stereo channel may contain alternate program or synchronization information. The M2 may be controlled by contact closure or RS232 interfaces which are compatible with many remote control systems, programmable logic controllers(PLC) and computers.

As the successor to our popular M1 family, the M2 features a redesigned audio and processing engine for enhanced quality and features. The M2 plays MPEG 1, Layer 2 files from removable PCMCIA ATA flash memory cards. M2 files may be created on almost any personal computer or laptop equipped with a PCMCIA writer and Mackenzie's VRS software. The comprehensive RS232 protocol controls thousands of messages, routes to multiple channels and offers a variety of status modes. Versions are available which support nine(M2.1) or eighteen(M2.2) start contacts to trigger individual messages. The M2.1+1 offers 2 independent stereo outputs. A rack mount version is available for applications where more channels are required. Each channel(R and L) has an independent level adjustment and all audio outputs are balanced.

A simple 12 volt DC power input allows the unit to be integrated into exhibits or battery powered installations. Several different play modes are switch selectable, allowing activation to be tailored to a particular application.

Messages for the M2 are easy to create or upgrade. Use a standard PC audio editing software to generate .WAV files. Mackenzie's VRS software converts the files to MPEG, then they can be copied to a PCMCIA flash memory card or transferred over the RS232 port. PCMCIA flash memory is non-volatile and comes in a variety of memory densities to support a virtually unlimited amount of play time.

The M2 represents our latest success in blending customer requirements and product development expertise and is helping Mackenzie achieve our vision:

Since 1954 Mackenzie has continued to revolutionize the messaging industry through the firm's message-on-hold, remote download, page stacker/feedback eliminator, message repeater and transit product lines.

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