Maghreb Arabe Press selects Scoopy+S and Scoop5 S for new radio service, Radio Info Maroc.
Maghreb Arabe Press (MAP) is now delivering timely information to its audience through the press agency’s newly launched radio service, Radio de l’Information Marocaine (RIM), put in place by audio and IP codecs major, AETA Audio Systems.
Founded in 1959 and based in Rabat, Morocco, MAP provides official news services in Arabic, English, French, Spanish and Tamazight. In addition to providing news, the agency co-founded a national charter for the improvement of women’s images in the media with the ministry of social development and family and solidarity and the ministry of communication and culture in 2005.
As part of an expansion plan, the information agency recently added RIM to its offerings. The radio station broadcasts news and information 24 hours a day, nationwide and online.
In order to offer RIM listeners a constant flow of up-to-the-minute information, MAP shopped for a reliable system that could record and deliver live stream audio programmes in broadcast quality. After issuing a tender in November, the organisation selected AETA equipment because of its ability to deliver RTC, ISDN, ADSL and 3G/4G connectivity at a competitive price. Casablanca-based systems integrator PHF COM Morocco managed the sale and is providing staff training to RIM.
PHF’s Managing Director Younes Yamouni explained that the station was searching for an easy-to-use mobile solution for its roving reporters, and AETA, a reference in the remote broadcast world, was the obvious choice. In January, PHF delivered two AETA Scoopy+ S codecs and one Scoop5 S codec in addition to five D021B LEM mics to MAP for use for coverage of remote events.
AETA’s General Manager Yann Vonarburg noted that both Scoopy+ S and Scoop5 S codecs offer trustworthiness in the field in terms of connections and also regarding staff safety.
“Our entire Scoop range of audio and IP codecs are adaptable to fit broadcasters’ various needs,” he said. “Thanks to a simple and intuitive interface, reporters can focus on their broadcast without having to fuss over configuring the unit.”
AETA recently introduced dual mobile connectivity for the Scoopy+S codec, and also enhanced the unit’s double streaming capabilities and bonding functionalities. Dual mobile network connectivity with double streaming and bonding options gives presenters full mobility and audio reliability so they can concentrate on the broadcast and contribute from almost anywhere. This makes remotes easier in terms of logistics and streamlines the tech crew’s task of preparing the system for its presenters.
