ETL Systems Releases Lightweight Fiber Extender for Outdoor Broadcast Events

[Via Satellite 08-31-2016] ETL Systems, a manufacturer of Radio Frequency (RF) distribution equipment for satellite communications, has launched a new outdoor unit fiber extender and indoor receive unit. The new addition to the Stingray Fiber Series is designed for outdoor broadcast events such as football, golf and music concerts. It is suitable for installations where signals need to be sent up to 10km in distance.

The device works through an outdoor transmit fiber extender module, connected to an omnidirectional antenna that receives the wireless camera signals direct from the live events. The signal is then distributed to an indoor fiber receiver unit, which could be located in or nearby a Satellite Newsgathering (SNG) truck or master control room, which then re-broadcasts the signal.

The transmitters and receivers can be provided in rugged waterproof housings or a rack mounted chassis, and handle a frequency range of RF signals from 50 to 2450 MHz, making them compatible with a variety of camera/microphone products.