2006Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Finding and selecting diversity receivers compatible with wireless video transmitters
20 years old. Gear and prices may have changed since.
What the thread found
- A diversity receiver provides better performance compared to standard receivers for wireless video transmission.
- The Avalon RF DX 404 and DX 402 models feature two-antenna diversity reception.
- The Sony TU1041 tuner offers excellent reception quality and can be powered via 12V DC (4-pin XLR) or 110V AC.
- The Sony TU1041 tuner can be modified by changing the F-type socket to BNC on the antenna input for improved performance.
- The Sony TU1041 tuner is available in PAL version upon request from manufacturers.
- The Avalon RF DX receivers are available in PAL version upon direct request to the manufacturer.
- A CIT Sharkfin antenna can be paired with diversity receivers for enhanced RF performance.
Depends on
- The Sony TU1041 tuner costs approximately 450 USD and has dimensions of 9 by 2 by 14 inches.
- The Sony TU1041 tuner was reported as difficult to obtain and in limited stock at the time of the discussion.
- The BNC antenna modification on the Sony TU1041 is recommended but not essential.
- This discussion dates from 2006 and equipment availability may have changed.