2013Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Long-range HD wireless video transmission options for film production
13 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- The Microlite HD system can achieve approximately half-mile range transmission and is available for rental through specialized vendors.
- External antenna arrays significantly improve wireless transmission range, with a 20x20 5-way antenna configuration enhancing extended-distance performance.
- The Boxx system with external antenna array can reliably transmit approximately a quarter-mile in open terrain.
- Microlite HD features low weight and easy operation but introduces a small delay that may not be acceptable for close-proximity monitoring.
- The delay characteristic of long-range HD transmitters becomes less problematic when monitoring locations are far from the camera position.
- Terrain features and unexpected location changes can affect the practical range of wireless video systems even when technical specifications suggest greater distance capability.
Depends on
- Discussion is from 2013 and equipment may be outdated or discontinued.
- Range performance varies significantly based on terrain, antenna configuration, and environmental factors.
- The half-mile range claim for Microlite was not fully validated under all production conditions.
- Delay characteristics and their acceptability depend on specific production workflow requirements.
- Information about rental availability and pricing is location-specific and time-dependent.