DCN NG Interpretation and Microphone System
• State-of-the-art design and ergonomics
• Immune to mobile phones
• Incredible speech intelligibility (up to 20 kHz)
• High-speed, loss-free optical fiber backbone
• Multimedia capabilities like touch screen control
• Full graphic display via projectors or plasma displays
• Automatic camera control
• 31 interpretation languages plus floor
• All required voting facilities
• Attendance registration with ID cards
The Digital Congress Network (DCN) Next Generation from Bosch is the distinctive new face of Digital congress management.
Whatever your conference requirements, the Bosch DCN Next Generation can meet them. By bringing aesthetic appeal, reliability, flexibility and control into the proceedings. It helps you take the next step in congress system management. To create the right balance between ergonomic efficiency and aesthetic appeal, our designers consulted delegates, interpreters and operators,
and responded to their recommendations. The result is optimum satisfaction for everyone in the congress chain. With the Bosch DCN Next Generation, you can relax. Your meeting is in good hands.
Innovation in digital congress management
The Bosch DCN has already earned global recognition for its versatility, and DCN Next Generation continues the tradition. It is ideal for applications ranging from discussion groups up to multi-lingual congresses with thousands. On its most straight forward level, it handles speaking and listening without an operator; at its most advanced, it becomes an integrated communication infrastructure for facilitating and managing even the most complex international conferences. With Bosch DCN Next Generation, you benefit from years of expertise in congress systems. You have the reassurance of a reliable, established partner. And you can count on a support network that spans the globe.
When you think congress, think Bosch.
System design
The DCN Next Generation System is designed to be extraordinarily flexible. Your system can be as small or large as required, with extra units simply plugged into existing ones in a ‘loop-through’ configuration. There is also an extremely high level of compatibility with external systems.
Aesthetic design
Design plays a key role in how people interact with each other; it is important to create an environment that encourages constructive dialog. The DCN Next Generation offers a perfect mix of sophisticated looks and optimized performance. The layout of the sleek control panel has an instantly familiar feel. And the application of advanced acoustical and display technology makes it easy to hear and read exactly what’s going on. All of this puts users at ease, and in control.
Concentus Table Top Units
All delegate and chairman units feature the innovative flat panel loudspeaker that improves acoustic performance (up to 20 kHz) and reduces feedback, resulting in outstanding speech intelligibility. Certain models also offer language channel selectors, ID card readers and a backlit graphical LCD screen that displays all standard Windows characters – including complex European languages and
icon-based scripts like Chinese and Japanese.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
DCN-CON CONCENTUS BASIC
DCN-CONCS CONCENTUS CHANNEL SELECTOR
DCN-CONFF CONCENTUS FULL FUNCTION
DCN-CONCM CONCENTUS CHAIRMAN
DCN-DISS-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISS-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, DARK
DCN-DISL-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISL-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, DARK
Flush-mount solutions
DCN Next Generation flush-mount units incorporate the same functionality (except for the LCD screen) and performance benefits as the DCN Concentus consoles, while enabling tailor-made fixed installations to be built into tables and arm rests. Stylish and easy to work with, the flush-mount units are simply combined in a strip and finished with matching end caps.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
DCN-DDI DUAL DELEGATE INTERFACE
DCN-FBP FLUSH BLANK PANEL LONG (10 PCS)
DCN-FBPS FLUSH BLANK PANEL SHORT (10 PCS)
DCN-FCOUP FLUSH COUPLING (50 PCS)
DCN-FCS FLUSH CHANNEL SELECTOR
DCN-FEC FLUSH END CAP (50 PCS)
DCN-FET FLUSH EXTRACTION TOOLS
DCN-FHH HAND-HELD MICROPHONE
DCN-FHH-C HAND-HELD MICROPHONE (COILED CABLE)
DCN-FLSP FLUSH LOUDSPEAKER PANEL
DCN-FMIC FLUSH MICROPHONE CONNECTION PANEL
DCN-FMICB FLUSH MICROPHONE CONTROL PANEL
DCN-FPRIOB FLUSH PRIORITY PANEL
DCN-FPT FLUSH POSITIONING TOOLS (2 SETS)
DCN-FV F FLUSH VOTING PANEL
DCN-FVCRD FLUSH VOTING ID CARD PANEL
DCN-FVU FLUSH VOTING UNIT
DCN-TTH TABLE TOP HOUSING (10 PCS)
DCN-FBP-D FLUSH BLANK PANEL LONG DARK (10 PCS)
DCN-FBPS-D FLUSH BLANK PANEL SHORT DARK (10 PCS)
DCN-FCS-D FLUSH CHANNEL SELECTOR DARK
DCN-FEC-D FLUSH END CAP DARK (50 PCS)
DCN-FLSP-D FLUSH LOUDSPEAKER PANEL DARK
DCN-FMIC-D FLUSH MICROPHONE CONNECTION PANEL DARK
DCN-FMICB-D FLUSH MICROPHONE CONTROL PANEL DARK
DCN-FPRIOB-D FLUSH PRIORITY PANEL DARK
DCN-FVCRD-D FLUSH VOTING ID CARD PANEL DARK
DCN-FV-D FLUSH VOTING PANEL DARK
DCN-FVU-D FLUSH VOTING UNIT DARK
DCN-DISS-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISS-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, DARK
DCN-DISL-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISL-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, DARK
DCN Discussion Microphones / Table Top Microphones
Delegate and chairman unit in one (Configurable)
Individual channels for two people at once
Ergonomic design for easy, intuitive use
Electronic voting Available
For large numbers of participants with up to 31 interpreting languages
Fixed or detachable microphone
The DCN Discussion Unit can be changed easily from a delegate’s unit into a chairman’s unit, which means that chairpersons are free to sit where they like. One or Two delegates can use each microphone, enjoying high sound quality and an individual interpretation channel for each delegate (If the appropriate model is selected). These units can also enable full-scale electronic voting. The units are available in light and dark-base versions, with a variety of rims, so they fit well with any interior. Delegates can keep their mobile phones switched on during the meeting, without any audio disturbances on the DCN conference system. With the DCN Discussion Unit, users can always count on clear sound.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
DCN-DISS-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISS-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED SHORT STEM, DARK
DCN-DISL-L DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, LIGHT
DCN-DISL-D DISCUSSION UNIT BASIC WITH FIXED LONG STEM, DARK
DCN-DISD-L DISCUSSION UNIT, LIGHT
DCN-DISD-D DISCUSSION UNIT, DARK
DCN-DISCS-L DISCUSSION UNIT WITH CHANNEL SELECTOR, LIGHT
DCN-DISCS-D DISCUSSION UNIT WITH CHANNEL SELECTOR, DARK
DCN-DISDCS-L DISCUSSION UNIT WITH DUAL CHANNEL SELECTOR, LIGHT
DCN-DISDCS-D DISCUSSION UNIT WITH DUAL CHANNEL SELECTOR, DARK
DCN-DISV-L DISCUSSION UNIT WITH VOTING, LIGHT
DCN-DISV-D DISCUSSION UNIT WITH VOTING, DARK
DCN-DISVCS-L DISCUSSION UNIT W VOTING, CHANNEL SELECTOR, LIGHT
DCN-DISVCS-D DISCUSSION UNIT W VOTING, CHANNEL SELECTOR, DARK
Simultaneous Interpretation
Hi-Fi quality interpretation channels, With up to 32 language channels, the DCN Next Generation easily handles the most demanding requirements of the international congress world. Delegates may choose the floor language or any of 31 interpretations, all delivered with true Hi-Fi sound quality.
The ergonomically designed interpreter desk is a powerful, intuitive tool for interpreters. Suitable either as a table top unit or flush-mounted into a desk. It was designed after exhaustive research on how to make the interpreter’s task easier and less tiring. It is especially useful for blind users, through the logical positioning of buttons and the possibility of audible feedback. Greater interpreter satisfaction leads to higher quality, enhancing the reputation of your venue.
The desk is simply plugged into the system cabling (where it is automatically recognized), powered up, and is ready for use. This means you can easily vary the number of interpreted languages required in each room of a multi-room venue on a daily basis. Additional interpreter desks are simply added to supply extra language capacity.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
DCN-IDESK-D INTERPRETER DESK, DARK
DCN-IDESK-L INTERPRETER DESK, LIGHT
DCN-CCU CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT
DCN-CCUB CENTRAL CONTROL UNIT BASIC
DCN-EPS EXTENSION POWER SUPPLY, DARK CASE
DCN-NCO MULTI CCU NETWORK CONTROLLER
LBB4402/00 AUDIO EXPANDER ANALOGUE
LBB4404/00 COBRA NET INTERFACE
PRS-1AIP1 IP AUDIO INTERFACE
PRS-4DEX4 DIGITAL AUDIO EXPANDER
Distribution of 32 channels
An important aspect to multi-lingual conferencing is the language distribution system. DCN Next
Generation delegate positions can easily be equipped with wired, flush-mounted channel selector panels. This allows the selection of any interpretations or the floor language.
For wireless convenience, Bosch also offers the Integrus, a digital infrared language distribution system that is immune to interference from lighting systems and bright sunlight. It produces crystal-clear sound due a very high signal-to-noise ratio plus built-in error correction.
Interpreted languages are distributed to the pocket-sized receivers via infrared, giving conference delegates complete freedom of movement while listening to the chosen language interpretation on headphones. In addition, infrared transmission increases privacy, as signals do not pass through walls or ceilings.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
LBB3422/20 INTEGRUS AUDIO INPUT AND 6CH INTERPRETER MODULE
INT-TX04 DIGITAL 4 CHANNEL TRANSMITTER WITH OPTICAL LINK
INT-TX08 DIGITAL 8 CHANNEL TRANSMITTER WITH OPTICAL LINK
INT-TX16 DIGITAL 16 CHANNEL TRANSMITTER WITH OPTICAL LINK
INT-TX32 DIGITAL 32 CHANNEL TRANSMITTER WITH OPTICAL LINK
LBB3414/00 MOUNTING BRACKET FOR LBB 3411, 3412, 4511, 4512
LBB4511/00 INTEGRUS RADIATOR MEDIUM POWER
LBB4512/00 INTEGRUS RADIATOR HIGH POWER
INT-FCRAD FLIGHTCASE FOR INTEGRUS RADIATOR
LBC1259/01 UNIVERSAL FLOORSTAND
LM1-CB CARRIER BAG FOR 2 FLOORSTANDS
LBB4540/04 INTEGRUS POCKET RECEIVER 4 CHANNEL
LBB4540/08 INTEGRUS POCKET RECEIVER 8 CHANNEL
LBB4540/32 INTEGRUS POCKET RECEIVER 32 CHANNEL
LBB4550/10 INTEGRUS NIMH BATTERY PACK (SET OF 10 PCS)
LBB4560/00 INTEGRUS CHARGING CASE FOR 56 RECEIVERS
INT-FCRX FLIGHTCASE FOR 100 RECEIVERS
LBB4560/50 INTEGRUS CHARGING CABINET FOR 56 RECEIVERS
Software control- for extended capability
The full potential of the DCN Next Generation is realized with PC control. A family of dedicated DCN software modules deals with all aspects of conference management and control. This increases the system’s functionality while simplifying operation. Control can be via a single PC, or distributed over several PC’s to facilitate monitoring or task delegation. Pre-conference activities – like encoding delegate ID cards and writing voting scripts – are also easier.
Relevant Part Numbers are:
DCN-SW (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE MAIN MODULE (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWAPI (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE API (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWAT (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE ATTENDANCE AND ACCESS (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWID (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE ID CARD ENCODING (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWSMD (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE STREAMING MEETING DATA (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWDB (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE DELEGATE DATABASE (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWMM (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE MICROPHONE MANAGEMENT (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWMPC (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE MULTI PC (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWPV (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE PARLIAMENTARY VOTING (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWIND (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE INDIVIDUAL CHANNELS (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWSACC (-E) CONFERENCE SOFTWARE STAND-ALONE AUTOMATIC CAMERA CONTROL (Standard or E-Code)
DCN-SWSMV (-E) SYNOPTIC MICROPHONE & VOTING CONTROL SOFTWARE (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4170/00 (-E) DCN-SW MICROPHONE MANAGENT (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4171/00 (-E) DCN-SW SYNOPTIC MICROPHONE CONTROL (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4172/00 (-E) DCN-SW SIMULTANEOUS INTERPRETATION (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4173/00 (-E) DCN-SW INTERCOM (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4175/00 (-E) DCN-SW PARLIAMENTARY VOTING (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4176/00 (-E) DCN-SW MULTI VOTING (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4178/00 (-E) DCN-SW ATTENDANCE REGISTRATION (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4180/00 (-E) DCN-SW DELEGATE DATABASE (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4181/00 (-E) DCN-SW ID-CARD ENCODER (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4182/00 (-E) DCN-SW MESSAGE DISTRIBUTION (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4183/00 (-E) DCN-SW TEXT/STATUS DISPLAY (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4184/00 (-E) DCN-SW VIDEO DISPLAY (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4185/00 (-E) DCN-SW SYSTEM INSTALLATION (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4187/00 (-E) DCN-SW OPEN INTERFACE (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4188/00 (-E) DCN-SW AUTOMATIC CAMERA CONTROL (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4189/00 (-E) DCN-SW MULTI PC (Standard or E-Code)
LBB4190/00 (-E) DCN-SW STARTUP (Standard or E-Code)
Extended voting and registration functionality
Versatile voting
The DCN Next Generation incorporates standard parliamentary-style voting facilities. Using dedicated application software, the possibilities can be extended to include audience response, multiple choice and rating voting. Scripts are prepared in advance, allowing results to be instantly
displayed on a video monitor or dedicated text display in the conference venue. The chairman or operator always has full control over starting, stopping and suspending voting.
Delegate registration and identification
Conference participants can register their presence by inserting an ID card into a card reader that is flush-mounted, integrated into the Concentus unit, or located at the conference venue entrance. A push button on delegate units allows simple registration (without identification). It is also possible to specify that delegates may only make use of certain microphone or control functions if they possess an appropriate ID card or have entered an authorized PIN code.
Audio expansion
Audio logging, remote interpretation, transporting or distributing audio from one room to another room is possible over relatively long distances without loss via fibre optic cabling, by using audio
expanders (analogue or digital) which are part of DCN Next Generation. There is a growing desire to build audio systems where signal processing and amplification components are distributed through-
out a facility. Therefore DCN Next Generation interfaces easily with CobraNet™,which is the industry’s leading technology for distributing uncompressed real-time digital audio over a Fast ethernet network.
Camera control – an extra dimension in conference systems
A visual dimension not only generates interest and focuses attention, but also informs participants and observers (such as the press) who is speaking. The DCN Next Generation can automatically show an image of the current speaker on monitors or projection screens in the main hall, lobby, interpreters booths, breakout rooms or anywhere else required. The speaker’s name and additional information can also appear on screen. Camera control is automatic, so no constant operator attention is required. Bosch AutoDome® cameras are ideal for this application.