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Mounting wireless intercom packs and triax cables on a Klassen camera harness for multi-camera live television work
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What the thread found
- Wireless intercom belt packs can be clipped to the shoulder straps of a Klassen harness, though extended wear may cause discomfort.
- Mounting the wireless pack on the back of the harness, positioned between the back and side pads, keeps it out of the way during operation.
- A triax bracket can be custom-fitted to the back of the harness to hold both the jumper cable from the camera and the main triax feed to the truck.
- Leather loops on the shoulder straps can secure triax cables in place during movement.
- A walk-away setup is possible by using a short jumper triax cable from the camera that can be quickly disconnected, allowing the operator to leave the rig briefly without removing the entire harness.
- Velcro ties can secure cables within the bracket to prevent shifting during operation.
- Extending microphone cables under clothing and down the sleeve allows hands-free communication without bulky neck-mounted equipment.
- A custom medusa-style cable arrangement can route earbuds and microphones separately for improved ergonomics and accessibility.
Depends on
- Mounting wireless packs on shoulder straps proved uncomfortable during extended takes.
- Some operators reported frustration with wireless intercom communication due to director errors or audio quality issues.
- The described solutions are specific to the Klassen harness and may require custom modifications from the manufacturer.
- Walk-away setup configurations vary depending on the specific intercom equipment model issued for a production.