What the thread found

• FM-based analog wireless video transmitters suffer from multipath interference and signal degradation indoors due to wall reflections, especially at higher transmission power levels.
• COFDM digital modulation provides more reliable indoor reception than FM because it uses a narrow, constant frequency band that allows diversity receivers to select the strongest signal more easily.
• Diversity receivers outperform single-antenna systems for wireless video transmission regardless of modulation type.
• Higher transmitter power does not improve indoor reception and can worsen multipath problems by amplifying reflected signals.
• WiFi-based video transmission introduces approximately 0.5 second latency, making it unsuitable for real-time monitoring needs.
• Units with FM modulation and single-antenna reception are prone to image distortion and dropouts during production, particularly in indoor environments.
• Some wireless transmitter units experience temperature-related performance degradation during extended use on set.
• Ordering directly from certain manufacturers may result in restrictive return policies and lack of demo unit availability.

Depends on

• The discussion focuses on older technology from 2007 and may not reflect current wireless video products.
• One person's experience with heat-related failures may not be representative of all units.
• Performance varies significantly based on shooting location, indoor versus outdoor conditions, and specific setup parameters.
• Claims about specific modulation types are based on practical experience but lack formal documentation or specifications from manufacturers.
• Budget constraints may limit which systems are practical for individual operators.

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