By pushing Triax limits up to 1700m, the latest Draka integrated cable and connector solution is now a serious alternative to fibre in full HD broadcast environments
IBC2011 Hall 11 Booth C31, Amsterdam, September 9, 2011 – Draka, part of the Prysmian Group, world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry, today announces that its Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast solution introduced last year at IBC 2010 has further extended its versatility to offer true 3G HD quality capability at a conservative transmission distance of 1700m. This latest Draka Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast Solution has been tested and approved by leading international video equipment manufacturers and broadcasting companies.
Last year, 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 this year, the partners have pushed Triax limits to a record certified 1700m, 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”, says Oli Hentschel, Draka Product Manager and Studio Broadcast Specialist. “Broadcasters can maximise their Triax investments while delivering 720p, 1080i or 1080p 50/60 quality to meet viewer expectations.” 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 new Triax HD Pro+ solution to Grass Valley earlier this year. With Grass Valley’s model LDK 8000 3G they also achieved outstanding performance values over cable lengths exceeding 1500m.
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 optimized 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.
The latest Fischer Connector 1051 Triax HD Pro + connectors offer improved RF performance, compliant with 3G technology as well as fast and easy cable assembly. High-strength tolerance, rugged and waterproof design assures reliable transmission between camera and control unit in studios or broadcast vehicles, where long cable lengths are used under extreme weather conditions. It is maintenance friendly and easy to clean, which is highly appreciated in the field. A complete range of body styles is now available.
Draka and Fischer Connectors will demonstrate their continually evolving solution by interconnecting their stands (Draka Hall 11 Booth C 31, Fischer Connectors Booth E 31) with a Grass Valley LDK 8000 camera through 1700m of Triax HD Pro+ cable.
Fischer Connectors
For more than 50 years, Fischer Connectors has been designing, manufacturing and distributing high-performance connectors and cable assembly solutions. Known for their reliability, precision, and resistance to demanding environments, its products are commonly used in high end electronic equipment such as broadcast, medical apparatus, scientific or instrumentation devices, defense and security systems. Primary design and manufacturing facilities are located in Switzerland, with subsidiaries and distributors located worldwide. For more information, log on to www.fischerconnectors.com
Prysmian Group
Prysmian Group is world leader in the energy and telecom cables and systems industry. With sales of some €7 billion (pro-forma 2010 Prysmian/Draka) and 22,000 employees across 50 countries and 98 plants, the Group is strongly positioned in high-tech markets and provides the widest range of products, services, technologies and know-how. In the Energy sector, Prysmian Group operates in the business of underground and submarine power transmission cables and systems, special cables for applications in many different industrial sectors and medium and low voltage cables for the construction and infrastructure industry. In the Telecom sector, the Group manufactures cables and accessories for the voice, video and data transmission industry, producing optical fibres, optical cables and connectivity. Prysmian is listed on the Milan Stock Exchange in the Blue Chip index.
Information: www.draka.com/communications and www.prysmiangroup.com
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Lorenzo Caruso
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Telecom Business | Multimedia Solutions
Nicole Esser
Marketing Communication
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nicole.esser@draka.com