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EuroWire – January 2012 57
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Technology
Draka, part of the Prysmian Group, has announced that
its Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast solution has further extended
its versatility to offer true 3G HD quality capability at a
conservative transmission distance of 1,700m.
The latest Draka Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast solution has
been tested and approved by leading international video
equipment manufacturers and broadcasting companies.
In 2010, Draka and Fischer Connectors launched an
integrated Triax HD cable and connector system, which
won the ‘Best of IBC2010’ award for innovation and cost-
effectiveness.
With the involvement of camera manufacturer Grass Valley,
the partners have pushed Triax limits to a record certified
1,700m, with the possibility of much longer distances
through the use of a repeater.
“With our matched components approach we continue to
extend the limits of Triax connectivity solutions,” said Oli
Hentschel, Draka product manager and studio broadcast
specialist.
Draka sees that the future for Triax HD technology is to
combine highly reliable signal performance with even longer
transmission distances, offering a plug-and-play, camera
crew-friendly solution.
Draka and Fischer Connectors introduced the Triax HD Pro+
solution to Grass Valley in 2011. With Grass Valley’s model
LDK 8000 3G they also achieved outstanding performance
values over cable lengths exceeding 1,500m.
In order to achieve useable cable lengths for today’s outdoor
broadcasts, either 1080i production or for upcoming HD
1080p standards, special qualities are demanded from the
Triax equipment.
From a design viewpoint, this means developing innovative
variations of 3G-Triax adapters, Triax cables and Triax plugs.
Triax 11 HD Pro+ camera cable is optimised for 3G broadcast
applications under extreme conditions.
It connects camera and CCU and offers an optimum
transmission quality based on low attenuation, lowest DC
resistance (even over long distances), a long life span and a
minimal weight.
The cable is designed with a universal jacket that is flame
retardant and halogen-free, and suitable for in-house and
outdoor applications.
Draka Holding NV – The Netherlands
Fax: +31 20 56 89 899
Email:
Website:
Fischer Connectors – Switzerland
Fax: +41 21 800 39 24
Email:
Website:
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