Carlisle, PA, July 31, 2007 - RF Central, a leading digital microwave technology provider, announces that the company is now shipping its RFX-CMT-II camera-mounted transmitter. The unit offers complete HD upgradeability with the latest in high-quality, low-delay, HD encoding technology.
With inputs of an HD, SDI or ASI signal, this new product is perfect for live news and sports coverage. The compact unit offers a variable 6/7/8 mhz modulator, 100mw power output, and full MPEG menu control by the customer. It is designed for live news and sports crews requiring the ultimate in quality and performance in a wireless camera transmitter. The RFX-CMT-II‘s linear RF amplification technology limits spectral regrowth at full power to less than -35dBc, offering robust RF performance with exceptional adjacent channel rejection. The CMT-II is offered presently in the 2GHzfrequency band. Other frequencies are available upon request.
“RF Central prides itself at providing alternatives and sophisticated technology for today‘s broadcasters,” says RF Central CEO Jeff Winemiller. “The RFX-CMT-II is representative of that mission. We are happy that this product is now available to broadcast professionals - especially at a time when many are being impacted by the BAS relocation project.”
While the RFX-CMT-II is standard SD, it is software upgradeable to Full High Definition (HD) capability and is available to interface with Anton Bauer, IDX, PAG and other batteries (to be specified at time of order) or 11-16 VDC (18W) via 4-pin Lemo socket.
About RF Central
RF Central, LLC manufactures and supplies state-of-the-art microwave equipment to television broadcasters throughout the United States. As one of the premier suppliers of broadcast equipment required to complete the 2GHz BAS transition, RF Central has grown from a few employees in 2005 to over 60 full-time dedicated professionals today. Located in Carlisle, PA, RF Central also provides specialized integration and installation services to the television industry. RF Central is marked by its unique qualifications within the industry, its focus on customer service and its dedication to expanding and improving the microwave options available to broadcasters. RF Central is part of the Vitec Group RF Systems business unit, a component of Vitec Group Broadcast Systems Division. For more information, visit www.rfcentral.com.
About The Vitec Group
The Vitec Group supplies a wide range of equipment and services to the broadcasting, entertainment and photographic industries. Its products are distributed in nearly 100 countries, either through dealerships or direct to the end user or corporate customer. Vitec is based on strong, well known, premium brands that professionals rely on. Vitec is organized in three divisions: Photographic, Broadcast Systems and Broadcast Services. For more information, visit www.vitecgroup.com.
