Wireless video transmission systems for live event production and their reliability compared to traditional triax cables

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

2011Video Assist and Video Accessories forum

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

DisputedParticipants disagreed and reached no conclusion. Read the findings as positions, not as an answer.

The CamWave system worked reliably as a video assist tool on HD shoots in controlled studio environments with full signal strength
CamWave experienced significant signal degradation beyond 30 feet in some studio installations
The Boxx Meridian system has been used successfully on live-to-air television productions and is becoming standard in UK studios due to zero transmission delay
The Link SD-HD system model L1500 has been used reliably for broadcast live work in OB vans
CamWave in SD mode provided a more stable signal than HD mode for one live production
Wireless video systems for live work lack camera control and communications capabilities that triax provides
The Boxx system is generally considered more suitable for live production than CamWave despite higher cost

Experiences reported are from specific geographic locations and studio configurations which may not generalize
CamWave performance varied significantly depending on environment and transmission distance
The comparison between CamWave and Boxx systems reflects subjective assessments rather than controlled testing
Signal stability in metal-construction studios with extensive lighting may differ from other venues
No detailed specifications provided regarding frequency, power output, or technical parameters of the systems