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kit with Philips A solution which is said to enable any TV companion App to control any audio/video equipment through a WiFi-to- IR Blaster, using a cloud based database, is being launched by Philips Home Control. It will, said the company, allow the consumer to fully control his home audio/video equipment when using a tablet and smartphone with the operators apps installed on it. Philips Home Control offers the SDK (Software Development Kit) for iOS and Android; the infrared blaster (TRX100101), with high- power omnidirectional infrared blasting, which uses the latest WiFi 802.11n technology to connect to home wireless network; and the Cloud-based database which guarantees realtime up to date code sets. 1A81
process(or) The new processing engine from DHD, the 52/XD Core, fits into the modular Series 52 system and is suitable for all manner of audio routing and mixing applications. With up to four DSP modules, the 52/XD is is said to be powerful enough even for the most demanding
applications. Used in a mixer set-up, it yields a console with up to 64 faders. As a central audio routing system it can handle a matrix with 8704x7424 crosspoints. In such a router set-up, it can not only switch audio signals, but also fade them and apply DSP processing. The configuration of the 52/XD is highly flexible thanks to the Toolbox5 software that runs on a standard PC. DHD also offers PC software working with the system for remote control, routing, scheduling and monitoring. 8.A50
from Petrol The new Liteporter from Petrol is designed specifically to transport and protect a Litepanels 1x1 LED light fixture or similar size light. It can also carry the detachable mounting yoke, AC power supply with cord, power cable, an Anton/Bauer battery, and
colour/conversion diffusion gels. It is constructed of rugged, water-resistant black 900D polyester and nylon. The lightweight, semi-hard case has an internal, one- piece ABS honeycomb frame for extra strength and protection. 11.E55
Liteporter bag Part of the
In Brief Control any AV
MiniMax high-density push-pull interconnect
Fischer MiniMax combines signal and power for demanding environments
Marketing, Pierre Marechal, the new connector will help customers fit more connections into a smaller space. “The connector itself is about the width of a push- pin, so it is a great
Fischer Connectors By David Fox
The new Fischer MiniMax from Fischer Connectors is a first-of-its kind rugged push- pull interconnect for today’s smaller devices. It is an all-in- one system with a
Opinion
Wireless cameras and microphones bring freedom and flexibility to cover live events. Relaying the antenna signals using RF over fibre instead of copper cable can deliver advantages in convenience, simplicity and scale. Moreover, due to recent advances in component technology, RF over fibre is now a cost-effective solution for broadcast as well as satcom applications. The growing use of wireless cameras and microphones means RF over fibre is playing an increasing role in the coverage of live events – relaying video, audio, timing and control signals between antennas and the OB truck or front of house as well. This is in addition to its more traditional role linking remote antennas or satellite teleports with control rooms. Enabling wireless roaming over large areas such as racetracks and golf courses using copper cable is technically possible but difficult and complex, requiring extensive use of repeaters and careful management of signal coherence over larger link distances. A poor performer at
patents-pending 24 mixed contacts – 20 for signals (0.5A) and four for power (5A) – and is designed for the harshest environments. It has passed extreme temperature tests and survived 1000 hours of salt-water spray. According to Fischer Connectors’ VP Sales &
engineering achievement to design it so that the power and signal don’t interfere with one another. We’re expecting to see a lot of use in hazardous environments, on portable equipment like communications devices, and even in medical and harsh industrial applications.” Product Manager David Magni added that Fischer Connectors set out to cut cost and weight. “Our customers have demanding applications in harsh environments, but they are just like everyone else when it comes to finding the right balance of performance vs.
cost. The MiniMax is more cost-effective not only because you have a
physically smaller connector, but the 24-contact configuration can mean fewer connectors are used. On top of that, there are fewer cables needed, so the entire device becomes more cost-effective and stays reliable. The solution is also 100% pre-cabled which is a great time saving.”
The MiniMax is available in
three latching systems: push-pull, breakaway and screw lock. Other features include: sealed to 120m, both mated and unmated; unbreakable keying system that withstands more than 4Nm of torque; small profile (less than 7mm inside the box); and assemblies able to withstand 40kg of pull (break-away force). 11.E31
The future is Light
Due to improvements at component level, RF over fibre is now cost-effective and pratical says Joe Petrie, marketing manager, Vialite Communications
high frequency, copper cable delivers only a few hundred metres of usable link distance. In contrast, since optical fibre has minimal losses, it can support much longer link distances – even up to 50km without the need for repeaters. Optical fibre is also lightweight and therefore easier and faster to deploy than heavy and bulky copper cabling – particularly important for outside broadcasting. RF over fibre uses intensity modulation to convert signals between the electrical and the optical domains. No down- conversion takes place therefore the technology can relay almost any type of analogue or digital signal modulation including FM and QPSK.
For a long time, optical fibre has been more practical and technically superior to copper cable for transmission of RF, however recent improvements in component technology have brought the cost per link down to the point where RF over fibre is now also a viable and cost- effective choice for broadcasters.
Simultaneous transmission
of digital and analogue signals enables synchronisation of equipment. SNMP capability means equipment can be controlled dynamically and remotely. Multiple choices to manage gain means easy management of varying link lengths as well as transition between wireless zones – even when using a network mixing both copper and fibre. Full redundancy, hot- swappable modules and blind-mate connectivity means reliability of connection and minimal downtime in a live environment. Even in smaller venues, longer link distances
still provide advantages such as greater flexibility when locating the OB truck and a major reduction in the amount of equipment that needs to be located near the action. Due to improvements at component level, RF over fibre is now cost-effective and pratical as well as technically superior and more practical than copper cable for relaying antenna signals in broadcasting and satcom. The technology is bringing flexibility and convenience to existing applications as well as making new ones a potential reality. The future is light. 5.B30
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