Solutions for new, reliable, affordable transmitter/receiver systems

[GAYLEN NEBEKER]

One more time...lets see if this works.

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This one is not edited I just uploaded the entire clip - sorry!

http://youtu.be/rIJfD_ZEvmk

Gaylen Nebeker

C.E.O.

DIT

3D/HD Video Assist

HD Wireless Service

 

WWW.NEBTEK.com

 

[Katy Most]

Hi everyone,

 

Just to clarify, it's only takes 60 seconds to initially connect, once it was powered or if you unplug it from the power. Otherwise, it doesn't take too long to find a signal if it went out if range. It finds the signal pretty quickly.

I was very pleased with the IDX system, but I didn't have a chance to try any other systems similar to this.

For me, the biggest plus is that they have a thought out power system. You will be able to use Canon, Sony, and Panasonic batteries, so you don't have to buy additional ones if you are already using or own any of them.

 

I would like to hear more comments from other operators who had experiences with this or similar systems.

 

Thanks,

Katy

Edited July 25, 2013 by Katy Most

[Alec Jarnagin SOC]

Zak,

 

Please change your display name to your real name (first [space] last. We are a real name forum only! You can then put in your company name in your signature. Thank you.

[Alec Jarnagin SOC]

I feel the need to point out that Gaylen has the Bolt mounted sideways. The antenna should be pointed up. The testing I did at Cinegear was the exact opposite. I found that the Bolt out-performed the Paralinx by a small margin. Both companies were very helpful and very cool all around (and Palalinx deserves a nod for their models - and I'm not talking about variations on equipment). I ended up purchasing a Bolt for the HDSDI connectors and the heavier duty housing. The HDSDI pass through on the transmitter is also a nice touch.

 

My results so far have been very good, yet my usage has been limited since I'm currently day-playing and most of my jobs already have a Boxx transmitter on them. When I have used it though, I placed both the transmitter and receiver upright and in the reciver's case, it was hoisted into the air on a stand to clear all objects. The end results were fantastic.

[GAYLEN NEBEKER]

Hi Alec,

 

Teradek support told me to lay it flat like in my LOS video. It's pretty much apples to apples in these tests because the other are pointed the same direction and they all use the exact same boards.

The difference is in the settings they lock in before going for FCC approval.

 

If Teradek wants me to try a another bolt system I will but I have tested this on 3 bolts in the exact same setting.

[Robert Starling SOC]

Teradek is a strategic partner with The Stabilizer Workshops but I am also a full paying customer; no discount, full retail just like everyone else. They provide a loaner system for my workshop classes so we're able to run two rigs fully wireless. Obviously I like the system enough to put my own money in it.

 

Something I can say about Michael Gailing and the Teradek team is that very early on they've embraced our specialty and have been active and proactive here on the Forum, not just when they have something to sell. They are here when we have questions, comments and even complaints. When we had a voltage issue they listened and corrected it. When other companies promise to produce new "vaporware" "game changer products", Teradek produces a working product. When they have a complete new system to debut, it will be ready, tested and in production instead of "coming soon".

 

We had a Bolt receiver fail this past Monday on a shoot. It's on it's way back for review but meanwhile they had a replacement overnighted to us before lunch the next day. Their support and engineering team used a very thorough email response system seeking insight to what the workflow / power on process was when it failed. I suspect by tomorrow they'll have it disassembled to evaluate and determine the cause. Meanwhile my Bolt / TVLogic Directors monitor system is already in LA today working and earning income again. We had less than 24 hours downtime. It's not whether a product ever has a problem or not it's how the company handles them.

 

We can mince and parcel out all these small HD wireless systems all day long until we're blue in the face but the bottom line is they are not $18,000 wireless systems like the Boxx which in my experience is the gold standard for day to day episodic work, film and complex no-fail option RF environments. On the other hand, I can buy SIX Teradek Bolts for that price. The big thing is that I don't try to make the Bolt or my CamWave system out to be a Boxx with my clients and when I see the project calls for that level that is what I get; the right tool for the job.

 

Sometimes I think we'd all argue the true meaning of green paint here. Maybe I'm just not that techy geeky oriented or maybe I prefer to spend time building my business than memorizing technical data.

 

If these smaller units are in your price point for your work and your market, put down the Play Station, buy the tool and start working on what really matters and that is building your business and getting new clients. I've said it before and I'll say it again: "You can always rent gear but you can't rent a client".

 

The Bolt isn't perfect but it works, they have exceptional service, they're not leading us on with some pie in the sky future product and they don't just show up here on the forum when they have something to sell or pitch. If Paralink or the Nebtek thing suits you buy it and fly it until the next best widget comes out because there will always be something new next year.

 

Robert

[Sam Wilkerson]

Accidental Post

Edited August 18, 2014 by Sam Wilkerson

[DH Min]

To quote Gaylen:

 

Nyrius This is cheap but it will transmit full HD good for up close handheld monitor when director is following the Steadicam comes with a remote. CONS: It has the worst range and dropped the signal often. HDMI only. Only available paired to one RX. 5 Volt power via mini USB.

 

Note: I will not ever try to use Nyrius on set again!! Bad day long story!

 

I can second that Nyrius is the cheapest solution to transmit wireless HD video but also the most unreliable. I've worked with this manufacturer's ARIES model several times and there were constant dropouts and connectivity issues.

 

From what I recollect it only worked half the time and caused partial delays which extremely annoys and frustrates everyone in Camera Dept. and can easily anger even the most calm and chill director.

 

I'd only work with the Nyrius if it is the last option. IMHO save up your coin and get a Teradek.

[DH Min]

To quote Gaylen:

 

Nyrius This is cheap but it will transmit full HD good for up close handheld monitor when director is following the Steadicam comes with a remote. CONS: It has the worst range and dropped the signal often. HDMI only. Only available paired to one RX. 5 Volt power via mini USB.

 

Note: I will not ever try to use Nyrius on set again!! Bad day long story!

 

I can second that Nyrius is the cheapest solution to transmit wireless HD video but also the most unreliable. I've worked with this manufacturer's ARIES model several times and there were constant dropouts and connectivity issues.

 

From what I recollect it only worked half the time and caused partial delays which extremely annoys and frustrates everyone in Camera Dept. and can easily anger even the most calm and chill director.

 

I'd only work with the Nyrius if it is the last option. IMHO save up your coin and get a Teradek.

[DH Min]

...or a Paralinx.

[Nathan Richards]

The Cinegears Ghost Eye systems are the best price-to-performance on the market now, not to mention the best overall performance! The ~2000$ kit now does over 300 meters of 10-bit, no latency broadcast to up to 8 receivers per transmitter. The 400M kit now does over 1000 meters out of the box, and over 1 mile with extended-range antennas!

 

1000m< range test:

 

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