2015Video Assist and Video Accessories forum
Choosing a Teradeck Bolt wireless transmitter model for steadicam and handheld camera work
What the thread found
- The Bolt 300 offers basic performance at the lowest cost and works reliably at close distances when receiver and transmitter are positioned at reasonable heights.
- The Bolt 600 provides twice the range of the 300 model.
- The Bolt 2000 offers the best range and most reliable performance, making it worth the higher cost for problem-free operation on most sets.
- The Bolt 2000 can be rented out to other productions when not in use, providing a return on investment.
- Receiver placement significantly affects performance; keeping it elevated rather than buried low or velcroed to monitor backs produces better results.
- The original Bolt Pro SDI functioned well for focus monitoring on handheld work and appeared to have a more robust link than the 300 in some cases.
- Multiple Bolt 2000 transmitters on the same set can sometimes experience interference with each other.
Depends on
- This thread is from 2015 and may not reflect current equipment capabilities or pricing.
- No technical specifications or quantified range differences are provided beyond the statement that the 600 has twice the range of the 300.
- The comparison between the original Bolt Pro and the 300 is based on limited anecdotal evidence.
- No information is provided about performance differences between models under challenging RF environments or with significant distances.
- The suitability for specific steadicam work depends on individual production requirements and budget constraints.