CARRY-CODER MK2
Description The CARRY-CODER MK2 (a low-cost release of our famous CARRY-CODER) is a portable module that performs wireless digital transmission of audio, video and data signals. The CARRY-CODER can be plugged directly onto the back of any professional video camera or installed in a specific backpack. Mechanical and cable adapters are available for various battery mounts and camera models. The CARRY-CODER MK2 includes 420 normal delay MPEG2 encoding, COFDM digital modulation and RF amplification with 1W output power in a compact and portable package.
It exists for 1990-2380, 2320-2700 and 3320-3700 MHz frequency bands. As an option, the CARRY-CODER MK2 can include an UHF wireless control system for remote camera control from console. The CARRY-CODER MK2 is a cost effective alternative for those who don't really need low delay video encoding.
Applications •
Wireless cameras for News or Sports.
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Mobile transmissions from Motorcycles, Cars, Helicopters, etc...
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Security and law-enforcement
Key features •
High RF output power (1 W).
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Very robust transmission for fixed, portable and mobile operation in a terrestrial (multipaths) environment, due to the use of COFDM digital modulation.
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High and constant quality of sound and picture resulting from association of digital transmission and MPEG2 audio-video compression.
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Easy to setup and operate.
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Low-cost.
Livetools Technology SA - Champs Montants 16B - CH-2074 MARIN - Switzerland Tel : +41 (0)32 754 38 31 - Email :
[email protected] - Website : www.livetools.tv Please note that this is preliminary information. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
CARRY-CODER MK2 Technical characteristics •
Adjustable RF output power : 50 mW, 100 mW, 250 mW and 1 W.
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COFDM digital modulation with 2K sub-carriers : DVB-T standard (compliant to ETS 300744).
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3 different frequency bands (1990-2380, 2320-2700 and 3320-3700 MHz).
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Agile RF output frequency within each frequency band (500 kHz or 250 kHz steps).
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8 MHz channel bandwidth.
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420 normal delay MPEG2 video encoding (compliant to ISO/IEC 13818).
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Optional UHF wireless control system for remote camera control and tally information.
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1 video input (CVBS, YUV or RGB) - 2 to 15 Mbps (adjustable by steps of 0.1 Mbps).
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PAL and NTSC operation.
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2 high-quality audio inputs (mic/line or SDI embedded) - 32, 64, 128 or 192 kbps per channel
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1 data input port (RS232) – 9600, 4800 or 1200 bps (i.e. for GPS information).
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1 control port (RS422) for wired remote control of device (i.e. from plane cockpit).
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PIN code for content privacy.
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Fluorescent display for good outdoor visibility.
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User-friendly man machine interface with two levels of operation (normal/expert).
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Default configuration for plug and play operation.
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3 pre-defined transmission modes designed to achieve the best trade-off between transmission robustness, video quality and end-to-end delay.
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Save and recall for 4 user-defined configurations.
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Fast start-up time (< 10s).
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DC power input : +10.8...16.8 Vdc.
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DC power loopthrough output (+10.8...16.8 Vdc - 4A).
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Power consumption : 30 to 40W depending on RF output power.
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Operating temperature range : 0°C to +40°C.
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Size : 195 x 165 x 100 mm.
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Weight : 2.7 Kg.
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CE and UL compatible (EMC and safety).
Livetools Technology SA - Champs Montants 16B - CH-2074 MARIN - Switzerland Tel : +41 (0)32 754 38 31 - Email :
[email protected] - Website : www.livetools.tv Please note that this is preliminary information. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
CARRY-CODER MK2 Inputs/Outputs NB : All of the inputs/output are concentrated on a multi-pins connector which is connected to the camera via a specific adapter cable. Type
Name
Description
In In In In In In In/Out In/Out Out In Out Out In In/Out Out
Y/CVBS IN U IN V IN LINE L IN LINE R IN AES IN DATA IN REMOTE RF OUT DC IN DC OUT DC AUX UHF CCAM TALLY
Y component or Composite analog video (PAL/NTSC) U component analog video V component analog video Line analog audio (left) Line analog audio (right) Digital audio (AES) Data input port Remote Control port (proprietary) RF signal DC power input (+10.8 ..16.8 Vdc) DC power loopthrough output (+10.8 ..16.8 Vdc) DC power auxiliary output (+5 Vdc) UHF signal for wireless control (optional) Camera control port (optional) Tally information (optional)
Format Multipins - 75 Ohms Multipins - 75 Ohms Multipins - 75 Ohms Multipins - 10k Ohms-bal Multipins - 10k Ohms-bal Multipins - 110 Ohms-bal Multipins - RS232 Multipins - RS422 N – 50 Ohms Battery mount or XLR4 Multipins Multipins BNC – 50 Ohms Multipins - RS232, RS422 or TTL Multipins - TTL
The module is powered through a standard battery mount. It can also be connected to a battery belt through an standard XLR (4pins) connector.
Options and accessories •
UHF wireless control system for remote camera control (currently available for Sony cameras with RMP9/RCP protocol)
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Remote Control Display for distant operation (up to 100 m of cable).
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Mechanical adapters for various cameras and battery mounts.
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Custom cables (on request).
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Dedicated Backpack.
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Antennas.
Livetools Technology SA - Champs Montants 16B - CH-2074 MARIN - Switzerland Tel : +41 (0)32 754 38 31 - Email :
[email protected] - Website : www.livetools.tv Please note that this is preliminary information. Specifications are subject to change without prior notice.
