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SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter

SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter

SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter

Product catalog summary
Overview: The SOLO ENG Transmitter by Cobham is a robust digital video transmitter designed for Electronic Newsgathering (ENG) applications. It supports SD/HD COFDM transmission and is compatible with various ENG cameras through integrated V-mount or AB battery plates.
Specifications: The transmitter uses standard broadcast connectors for video (BNC), audio (XLR3), and power (XLR4). It features MPEG4 H.264 encoding, allowing HD transmission at lower bit-rates compared to MPEG2 systems. The device supports a range of transmission bandwidths and can operate in narrow bandwidth mode for efficient RF spectrum usage.
Video and Audio Inputs: The unit offers multiple video input options, including composite, SDI, HD-SDI, and HDMI. Audio inputs include switchable mic/line level with variable gain and P12 microphone powering. AES and SDI/HD-SDI embedded audio inputs are standard, with an optional ASI in/out interface.
Control and Operation: The transmitter includes an integrated control panel with an OLED display and 16 user-defined presets. It supports a wide range of RF frequency bands from 340MHz to 8.6GHz, with options for frequency band upgrades.
Technical Details: The transmitter supports various DVB-T and UMVL modulation modes, with options for narrowband modulation. Video compression is achieved through AVC/H.264/MPEG-4 Part 10, supporting resolutions up to 1920x1080i/p. Audio coding modes include MPEG Audio Layers 1 and 2.
Physical and Environmental Specifications: The unit measures 200mm x 110mm x 71mm and weighs 900g. It operates within a temperature range of -10 to +50°C and is splash-proof.
Product Codes and Options: Various product codes are available based on frequency bands and power output. Accessory and licensing options include ASI in/out, RF band swaps, HD encoder upgrades, and narrowband modulation.
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SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter-1

ENG H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter COFDM – Video, Audio Telemetry and IP Products January 2013 Data Sheet The most important thing we build is trust The SOLO ENG Transmitter from Cobham is a rugged, SD/HD COFDM digital video transmitter specifically designed for Electronic Newsgathering (ENG) applications. The unit docks neatly onto all types of ENG cameras via integraded V-mount or AB battery plates. Standard broadcast connectors are used for video (BNC), audio (XLR3) and power (XLR4) inputs and are accessed via a horizontal connection panel. This eliminates clashes with the camera’s own connectors, minimises cable strain and enables the camera to be placed on the ground when not in use. The increased compression and efficiency of the MPEG4 H.264 encoder offers users additional range with the added benefit of small size, low latency and low power consumption. In particular, HD transmission is possible using 40% lower bit-rates than conventional MPEG2 systems, enabling true HD transmission in a single 8MHz DVB-T channel whilst using robust modulation settings. Able to transmit images in a non-line of sight environment up to 1km depending on mode and frequency, the ENG Transmitter can achieve even further range with an optional clip-on booster PA. The transmitter can operate in a variety of transmission bandwidths allowing the user to trade off image quality against range to suit all types of applications. Excellent range, performance and spectral efficiency are offered. When operating in the optional narrow bandwidth mode, which combined with the ultra efficient H.264 encoding allows true broadcast quality pictures to be transmitted in only 2.5MHz bandwidth. This enables users to maximise usage of limited RF spectrum as 2 or 3 cameras can occupy the bandwidth previously required by a single MPEG2 system. All modes of DVB-T modulation are also supported. Designed to offer maximum flexibility in the pressurised and rapidly-changing ENG environment, the unit has a variety of video input options including composite, SDI, HD-SDI and HDMI – particularly useful when accessing material in the field from pro-sumer and semiprofessional equipment. Analogue audio inputs feature switchable mic/Line level with variable gain and P12 microphone powering. AES and SDI/HD-SDI embedded audio inputs are also offered as standard. An optional ASI in/out interface is also available, enabling the unit to be used as a stand-alone encoder or modulator. The SOLO ENG transmitter has an integrated control panel with sunlight-readable OLED display covering all major functions and has 16 user-defined presets. A power on-off switch is also provided to minimise camera battery consumption when the RF link is not in use. A wide range of RF frequency bands is available from 340MHz to 8.6GHz. Users can up-grade the RF section to an alternative frequency band as a low-cost option

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SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter-2

ENG H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter COFDM – Video, Audio Telemetry and IP Products January 2013 Data Sheet Specification: Input SD Composite Video SD/HD-SDI HDMI ASI In Balanced Stereo Audio USB Control Power Data channel BNC BNC HDMI Type A BNC (optional) 2x XLR3-F 6 way OB Lemo XLR4-M 4-way OB Lemo RF Frequency Bands Tuning Step Size O/P Power Frequencies available from 230MHz to 8.6GHz, see product codes 250kHz 100mW (500mW option 2.0-2.5GHz) DVB-T (2K carrier) Modulation DVB-T Bandwidth 8MHz, 7MHz and 6MHz modes DVB-T Guard 1/32, 1/16, 1/8, 1/4 DVB-T FEC 1/2, 2/3, 3/4, 5/6, 7/8 DVB-T Constellations...

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SOLO H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter-3

ENG H.264 SD/HD COFDM Transmitter COFDM – Video, Audio Telemetry and IP Products January 2013 Data Sheet Product Codes: SOLH264ENGTX-xx-034047 ENG H.264 SD TX 340-470MHz 100mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-100150 ENG H.264 SD TX 1.0-1.5GHz 100mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-150200 ENG H.264 SD TX 1.5-2.0GHz 100mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-198270 ENG H.264 SD TX 1.98-2.7GHz 100mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-240250 ENG H.264 SD TX 2.40-2.48GHz Limited to 20dBm EIRP with 3dB antenna SOLH264ENGTX500mW-xx-200250 ENG H.264 SD TX 2.0-2.5GHz 500mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-250300 ENG H.264 SD TX 2.5-3.0GHz 100mW SOLH264ENGTX-xx-300370 ENG H.264 SD TX 3.0-3.7GHz...

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