LIVE-RUNNER
Description The LIVE-RUNNER is a portable, modular and evolutive device which performs wireless digital transmission of audio, video and data. It includes 422/420 MPEG2 low delay encoding, COFDM digital modulation and RF transmission with 1W output power in a compact and convenient package. It provides many flexible audio, video and data interfaces as well as an optional wireless camera control system. All input/output signals are concentrated on 2 multi-pins connectors located at the bottom of device and thanks to various mechanical and connectors adapters, the LIVE-RUNNER can easily be installed onto the back of a camera head, a camcorder, on a vehicle or in a host rack. The LIVE-RUNNER is a modular system constituted of : •
a main digital section (MPEG2 encoding + COFDM modulation)
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an RF transmission module (which can be replaced on the field to change frequency band).
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a display+keypad module
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one among various possible connectors adapters.
The LIVE-RUNNER is an evolutive system which can support the following future upgrades and options : •
DVB-T pro : an improved DVB-T modulation system with time-interleave for difficult or mobile transmissions (software upgrade).
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COFDM pro : a proprietary COFDM modulation system with improved performances and providing ultrarobust mobile transmission modes on one side and higher useful bitrates up to 89 Mbps on the other side (software + simple hardware upgrade).
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A comprehensive wireless control system providing multi-cameras control and genlock for minimized endto-end global delay (hardware add-on).
In the fastly moving world of wireless digital systems, the LIVE-RUNNER evolutivity is the only way for customers to preserve their investment for a long period of time.
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.
LIVE-RUNNER
Applications •
Wireless cameras for News, Sports or Studio.
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Mobile transmissions from Motorcycles, Cars, Helicopters, etc...
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Relay stations from High locations, Helicopters, Airplanes, etc...
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News gathering contribution links (news truck to studio or point to point)
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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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Low end-to-end processing delay (down to 46 ms) for transparent mixing with triax cameras.
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Easy to setup, connect and operate.
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Compact and convenient package (adapted to outdoor use).
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Modular system.
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Fully evolutive.
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.
LIVE-RUNNER
Technical characteristics •
Adjustable RF output power : 10 mW to 1 W (0.1 dB steps).
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5 different frequency bands (1310-1700, 1990-2380, 2310-2700, 3410-3800 MHz and 7410-7800 MHz) that can be changed by the user through quick and simple RF module replacement.
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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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COFDM digital modulation with 2K sub-carriers : DVB-T standard (compliant to ETS 300744) or DVB-T pro (option) or COFDM pro (option).
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422/420 MPEG2 low delay video encoding (compliant to ISO/IEC 13818).
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1 transport stream input (ASI).
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1 video input (CVBS, YUV, RGB or SDI).
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PAL and NTSC operation.
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2 high-quality audio inputs (mic, mic+phantom, line or SDI embedded) - 128 kbps per channel.
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2 low-quality audio inputs (mic or line) - 64 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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4 general purpose inputs-outputs (TTL) for custom applications (on specific request).
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PIN code for content privacy.
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1 genlock output (with wireless control system option)
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1 universal camera control port + tally (with wireless control system option)
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Fully upgradable through RS232 port and simple plug-in software.
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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 and video quality for mobile, portable or studio use.
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Save and recall for 6 user-defined configurations.
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Fast start-up time (< 8s).
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DC power input : +9..18 Vdc.
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DC power loopthrough output (+9..18 Vdc - 4A with separate fuse protection).
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DC power auxiliary output (+9..18 Vdc - 500 mA with separate fuse protection).
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Automatic device on/off according to camera on/off detection.
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Power consumption : 35 to 45W depending on RF output power and options.
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Operating temperature range : -10°C to +50°C.
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Sophisticated thermal and electrical protection.
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Size : 200 x 130 x 75 mm.
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Weight : < 2.0 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.
LIVE-RUNNER
Inputs/Outputs The following input/output signals are located on RF module : Type O I/O I
Name RF OUT UHF IN/OUT DC-BAT IN
Description RF signal UHF signal for wireless control system (option) DC power input (+9 ..18 Vdc)
Format N – 50 Ohms BNC – 50 Ohms Battery socket
Other primary input/output signals are located on a DB37 female connector (including 5 coaxial contacts) : Type I I I I O I I I O
Name ASI/SDI IN Y/CVBS IN U(B-Y) IN V(R-Y) IN GENLOCK OUT AUDIO1(L) IN AUDIO2(R) IN DC-CON IN DC-OUT
Description Transport Stream or Digital video (with embedded audio) Y or G component or Composite analog video (PAL/NTSC) U or B component analog video V or R component analog video Black and burst signal for camera genlock (PAL/NTSC) High-quality Mic/Line analog audio (right) High-quality Mic/Line analog audio (left) DC power input (+9 ..18 Vdc) DC power loopthrough output (+9 ..18 Vdc)
Format COAX - 75 Ohms COAX - 75 Ohms COAX - 75 Ohms COAX - 75 Ohms COAX - 75 Ohms Balanced > 6k Ohms Balanced > 6k Ohms 4A max
Secondary input/output signals are located on a HD44 male connector : Type
Name
I I I/O I/O I/O O I/O O
AUX1 IN AUX2 IN RS232 DCE REMOTE GPIO[1..4] DC-AUX CCAM TALLY
Description Low-quality Mic/Line analog audio Low-quality Mic/Line analog audio Data input port Remote control port (proprietary) General purpose inputs-outputs (4) DC power auxiliary output (+9..18 Vdc) Universal camera control port (optional) Tally information (optional)
Format Unbalanced > 10k Ohms Unbalanced > 10k Ohms RS232 (DCE) RS422 TTL 500 mA max RS232, RS422 and TTL TTL
Options and accessories •
RF modules for various frequency bands (1310-1700, 1990-2380, 2310-2700, 3410-3800 MHz and 74107800 MHz)
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DVB-T pro : improved DVB-T system for mobile applications
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COFDM pro : extended COFDM system for ultra-robust or high bitrate transmissions
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UHF wireless camera control system
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Remote Control Display for distant operation (up to 100 m of cable)
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Various battery mount adapters (for camera side and battery side)
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Various connectors adapters modules (for camera head, camcorder or vehicle installation).
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19’’-2HE host rack for 1 or 2 LIVE-RUNNER(s)
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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.
