Wireless camera systems used in live television production

Gear

ZephyrCan I fly my Alexa or RED on a Zephyr?389

Master SeriesIs a used Master Series rig worth buying as a first big rig?191

BFDHow do I power my BFD receiver from my camera or sled?186

VoltCan I retrofit a Volt onto my existing sled or gimbal?168

ArtemisHow do I power my camera and accessories from an Artemis sled?166

MDRWhere can I mount my Preston MDR on my rig?143

ModulusIs there a Modulus option for HD wireless video?141

G-70Will my G-70 fit my vest, gimbal or sled?126

FI+ZCan I control iris and zoom wirelessly, not just focus?60

HU3Where can I get my HU3 repaired, refurbished or repainted?60

CineLiveHow do I pack and case my CineLive rig for transport?54

G-70XHow does the G-70X compare to Pro Titan, Xarm and other arms?46

Trinity 2Is Trinity 2 SUP 3.0 firmware safe to install or buggy?46

Ultra VestWhich vest should I choose for my body size, comfort and operator type?39

2013General Discussion forum

13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.

Grass Valley LDK cameras with Gigawave HD-Link OX systems are used for live multi-camera productions with reliable signal over hundreds of meters and approximately 1-2 frame delay
Sony P1 cameras paired with Link HD transmitters from AVS are widely used in live broadcast but consume significant battery power, with 90 watt-hour batteries lasting around 35 minutes
Sony 2400 INCAM system from VisLink offers approximately 1 millisecond delay with full telemetry and tally support, weighing 17.6 pounds complete with lens and batteries
Boxx Meridian Link systems provide uncompressed 1080 HD output with negligible delay and one frame synchronization delay through dedicated hardware
Thompson LDK 8000 and Thompson P1 cameras are used in live productions paired with wireless transmission systems
Sony P1 with VisLink L1500 transmitter systems deliver full telemetry and tally with reliable signal even at extended distances
G-ZOOM zoom and focus handles are compatible with both Bartech and internal focus motor lenses for wireless camera setups

Wireless systems with frame delay require additional audio delay adjustment to maintain lip synchronization
Battery power consumption varies significantly by system, with some configurations requiring battery changes every 35-45 minutes during production
Long-range transmission reliability degrades when battery levels drop below 75 percent in some systems
Weight comparisons between integrated and modular wireless systems show variations of several pounds affecting operator comfort
Thread specifically addresses live-to-broadcast applications where cameras are cut against other live cameras, excluding monitoring-only setups