2009General Discussion forum
HD-SDI sled design with improved power distribution and video routing capabilities
17 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The new sled features both HD and SD video coax runs that are isolated from each other, allowing flexible routing for live production scenarios.
- The sled contains three dedicated power lines per battery for a total of nine lines, providing increased amperage and reduced voltage drop compared to the previous design.
- The SD BNC output on the battery rack is connected to the 8-pin monitor output.
- When using one video format as primary, the alternate video run can be used for return feeds or program monitoring in live television operations.
- The improved power distribution system helps maximize the performance of existing batteries by reducing voltage loss from bottom to top of the post.
Depends on
- The exact wire gauge of the new power lines was not specified in the discussion.
- Specific details about the previous sled design were not provided for direct comparison.
- The discussion does not clarify whether HD video can be transmitted down the SD coax run.