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2006Follow Focus forum

Compatibility and frequency analysis of BarTech and theboxx follow focus wireless systems

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

What the thread found

  • BarTech operates at 900 MHz while theboxx uses 2.5 GHz and above, creating no interference between the two systems.
  • Theboxx is marketed as a broadcast news ENG system rather than specifically designed for steadicam applications.
  • Theboxx wireless follow focus systems are available in multiple video format configurations with prices ranging from approximately 3200 to 5200 USD depending on output type.

Depends on

  • No actual field test results were completed during this discussion - one participant was waiting to receive their theboxx unit.
  • Pricing information is from memory and marked as ballpark estimates without official documentation.
  • The experience reported was limited to anticipation of testing rather than hands-on evaluation.

Gear in this thread

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Parts

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