2011Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Experiences with wireless HD video transmitter systems for professional video production
15 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Meridian system delivers comparable performance to cable-based connections with virtually no signal delay when properly configured
- Effective transmission range for the Meridian system reaches approximately 120 to 150 feet in open outdoor spaces
- Meridian transmitter mounting presents challenges across different camera models without a compatible plate system
- Smaller and more affordable HD transmitter units were in development at the time of this discussion
- Multiple wireless HD transmitter options existed in the market, including variants with different production runs and component improvements
- Custom mounting solutions using Anton Bauer or V-lock plates can provide flexible configuration options for transmitter attachment
Depends on
- Discussion dates from 2011, technology and pricing have likely evolved significantly
- Planned comparison shootout between multiple transmitter systems was never completed or reported
- Meridian system size is larger than some alternative models, presenting practical mounting constraints
- Performance reports are anecdotal and based on specific production conditions rather than controlled testing
- Some participants expressed interest in waiting for price reductions or clearer market leaders before purchasing