About ALCO PROFESSIONALTM
Transforming IP Audio Communication for the Broadcast Industry
ALCO ProfessionalTM
ALCO Professional™ is a state-of-the-art suite of Bi-Directional IP-Based Audio Soft
Codecs, expertly designed to meet the rigorous demands of the Professional Audio and
Broadcast Industry. With superior audio quality, ultra-low latency, and seamless connectivity
over both public and private networks—firewalls included—ALCO Professional™ sets the
benchmark for reliable, real-time audio communication.
With ATC Labs proprietary implementations of
High-Efficiency Advanced Audio Coding (HE-AAC) and Low-Delay Audio
Communication Coder (ACC), ALCO offers flexible codec options to suit your specific
audio requirements, ensuring top-tier performance and efficiency.
A Complete Product Ecosystem
ALCO Professional™ offers unparalleled versatility, with solutions available across multiple platforms
- Windows Desktop App
- Android App
- iOS App
- Multi-instance Server for Windows PC
This all-encompassing product lineup guarantees full-duplex, bi-directional audio transmission over IP networks worldwide, empowering professionals with robust, real-time communication tailored to their needs.
Why Choose ALCO Professional™?
Whether you are in the studio or broadcasting live from the field, ALCO Professional™ offers unparalleled reliability, crystal-clear audio, and ultra-low latency—redefining what’s possible in professional audio communication.
Discover the future of audio communication with ALCO Professional™—where superior sound quality and innovation converge.
Features
ALCO Professional™ is an innovative product passionate about the needs of the Broadcast Industry
Studio-quality audio for OB and IP Audio Link applications
Cost Effective Solution.
Superior Connectivity through firewalls using ATC Labs SIP server, fixed IP addresses not necessary but optionally supported.
Supports Real Time Applications with Low Latency and Error Resilience Requirements.
Supports Applications that need Mic Audio Processing & Automatic Gain Control.
Live field Reporting or STL Broadcast Applications.
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ALCO SERVER
ALCO SERVERTM Server: Efficient Multi-Instance Audio Communication
The ALCO Professional™ Server is a powerful and versatile solution designed to manage and run up to 16 ALCO Professional™ instances simultaneously on a single Windows PC. Tailored for broadcast and professional audio applications, the server ensures seamless real-time communication and monitoring, offering a robust platform for audio professionals.
Key Features
- Simultaneous Multi-Instance Capability: Run up to 16 instances of ALCO Professional™ concurrently on the same Windows machine, providing maximum flexibility and efficiency for managing multiple audio streams or broadcasts in parallel.
- Centralized Machine Monitoring: The ALCO Server enables you to monitor all machines running ALCO Professional™ from a single Windows PC, offering centralized oversight and control over your entire network of ALCO-enabled devices.
- Automated Start and Connectivity: Configure the server to automatically load selected configurations and start calls upon system startup. This automation ensures minimal manual intervention and guarantees that communication is established immediately.
- ALCO ID Management: Effortlessly manage all your ALCO IDs from a centralized location, enabling efficient organization and quick access to configuration and license information for each ALCO instance.
- Real-Time Monitoring: Monitor the real-time status of all active ALCO instances directly from the server interface. Stay informed of current activity, call status to ensure uninterrupted, high-quality audio performance.
- Save and Manage Configurations: Easily save multiple configuration profiles for different ALCO instances. This allows for quick setup and deployment across various scenarios, streamlining the process of managing complex configurations.
- Automatic Reconnect After System Restarts: In the event of a system restart, the server can automatically restore connectivity, ensuring continuous operation without the need for user input. This feature is particularly beneficial for critical applications that demand uninterrupted service.
- Log Management with FTP Upload: The server offers the capability for automatic log uploads to a user-selected FTP server. This ensures that all activity, call records, and troubleshooting data are securely stored for future analysis and review. Users have the flexibility to configure their own FTP server, allowing logs to be directed to a preferred location for easy access and management.
Why Choose ALCO Professional™ Server ?
With its ability to manage multiple instances, monitor real-time performance, and automate key processes, the ALCO Professional™ Server is the ideal solution for professionals seeking reliability, efficiency, and centralized control in audio communication. Whether you're managing a single studio or a network of broadcast stations, the ALCO Server ensures seamless, high-quality IP audio performance.
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Frequently Asked Questions
For android and iOS, ALCO can be installed from Play Store or App Store.
For windows-based systems, Download the ALCO Setup from our website. Double click the launcher and follow the on-screen commands. If you wish to run multiple instances of ALCO, select “Server mode” during the installation and download ALCO manager for optimal experience.
New User :- By clicking on the Buy Now Button of Price Plan & Purchase License Section you will be redirected to the next page where you can fill out the required details and proceed to payment.
Existing User :- By clicking on the Buy Now Button of Price Plan & Purchase License Section you will be redirected to the next page where you can login by clicking on Existing User tab. After a successful login you will find Buy Now Button and your previous licenses details.
To purchase an ALCO Node Locked License, you must have a pair of ALCO IDs. By using the id and password login to ALCO application. After a successful login you will find the option to Buy an ALCO Node Locked License.
Probably you have forgotten your password. The previous password can be retrieved by clicking on the hyperlink ‘Forgot your Password’ on the login page. The password would be sent to you through email. You can also reset your password. For this, go to ALCO > Change Password from the menu bar.
ALCO Manager is the minimalistic interface provided to manage multiple ALCO instances with ease. It displays real time status of all the ALCO instances. You can save, load and delete all ALCO instances with a click of button without the need of managing each instance separately. In case, you need to configure one of the instances, ALCO manager has all the ALCO settings packed in it.
- For Standard Installation: Double click the desktop icon.
- For Server Installation: In ALCO manager, click on “Launch new instance”.
ALCO Professional™ is a comprehensive suite of integrated Bi-Directional IP Based Audio Soft Codec applications designed specifically for the Professional Audio and Broadcast Industry. It offers remarkable Audio Quality, Low Latency, and extensive Connectivity capabilities across both Public and Private Networks.
At the core of ALCO Professional™ is the ATC Labs in-house Customized & Optimized AAC+ Codec Audio Compression and Enhanced SIP Technology. This ensures top-notch performance, exceptional user experience, and makes it stand out in terms of audio quality and reliability.
ALCO Professional™ is exclusively tailored to cater to the unique demands of the Broadcast Industry. It offers an all-encompassing solution suitable for a diverse range of needs, including High Reliability Studio Quality IP Audio Link & OB applications, Real-time, High-quality Live field Reporting, and STL Broadcast Applications.
ALCO Professional™ ensures minimal latency, making it ideal for time-sensitive applications that require instantaneous transmission. This feature makes it a preferred choice for professionals who demand real-time communication in the industry.
By providing a comprehensive yet cost-effective solution, ALCO Professional™ maximizes value for professionals in the industry. Its features, such as superior audio quality, reliability, and minimal latency, contribute to an efficient and effective communication solution.
Yes, ALCO Professional™ boasts extensive connectivity capabilities across both Public and Private Networks, including those protected by firewalls. This ensures seamless communication in various network environments.
ALCO Professional™ revolutionizes the industry by delivering unparalleled audio quality, exceptional reliability, and outstanding connectivity. Its state-of-the-art features and unmatched performance make it the go-to solution for professionals seeking the utmost in audio communication technology.
Specifications
ALCO Professional™ Technical Parameters
Codec Bit rates Supports
- 256, 128, 96, 64, 32 kbps AAC
- 256, 128, 64kbps ACC
Frequency Response (20Hz to 20kHz)
± 0.1dB
ACC Audio Encoding/Decoding delay
< 25 msec
Distortion (THD) (At 1kHz)
< 0.02 %
Stereo / Dynamic Range
Full stereo at 64 kbps (in case of AAC) & 128 kbps (in case of ACC) and higher in. > 90 dB dynamic range