By Nucomm
Designed to deliver HD or SD video coverage, the GoPac 2 is based on Nucomm's CamPac 2 wireless camera transmitter. The GoPac 2 consists of the CamPac 2 wireless camera transmitter and its companion GoPac 2 amplifier docking station. It can be configured for either HD or SD operation and accepts a variety of video input formats including SDI, HD SDI, component and composite, as well as DVB-ASI for repeating applications. For HD use, the GoPac 2 supports 720p and 1080i encoding in either 4:2:0 or 4:2:2 mode. Various audio arrangements are supported with dual audio inputs, configurable from mic to line level, or as AES/EBU digital audio. The GoPac 2 can be remotely controlled via RS-232/RS-485 using a PDA or a PC. Contact Nucomm, 908-852-3700, www.nucomm.com.Pylon Patch Antenna
By Dielectric
Dielectric's new 1.4GHz high-power, circularly polarized broadband antenna features both azimuth and elevation pattern versatility in a single common box package, which allows broadcasters to choose transmission patterns without changing the mechanical specifications of the antenna design. The low-wind-load construction allows for either side- or top-mounting and provides 10- to 24-Kw ERP/polarization. Contact Dielectric, 207-655-8100, www.dielectric.com.
CGenie Character Generator
By Mobile Studios
Mobile Studios, Inc. has announced the latest addition to its line of PortaCast flypack systems with the release of the CGenie Pro HD Character Generator. The portable CG integrates a processor, LCD monitor and pull-out keyboard in a Mobile Studios' PortaCast CG airline travel case with wheels and telescoping handle for easy transport. The CGenie is also available as a desktop model and a 1RU rack mount. CGenie delivers broadcast quality graphics, scrolling text, crawls, animations, lower thirds, scoreboards, timers, over-the-shoulder inserts and on-the-fly titles with preformatted templates. The system provides independent control of multiple graphic elements. It supports true 10-bit HD or SD at 1080i, 720p, 525i and custom video resolutions. Contact Mobile Studios, 877-777-7147, www.mobilestudios.com.LCG Series of CGs
By Compix
Designed to meet the needs of SD production, the single- and dual-channel products in the LCG series are stand-alone systems that feature intuitive drag-and-drop operation and a selection of effects and prebuilt templates. The LCG CGs provide users with a simple WYSIWYG interface that has been refined by Compix to ensure east of operation. Three configurations are available for the series. The LCG Single Studio is a single-channel system that supports analog composite (NTSC/PAL) inputs and outputs with video, key and internal video overlay. The LCG Dual Studio adds a second channel to these features. Both systems are packaged in a 4RU rack-mount chassis. The LCG Single Desktop system shares the functionality of the LCG Single Studio but is offered in a mini-desktop chassis. Contact Compix, 949-585-0055, www.compix.tv.
MediaDeck GX
By Omneon
Omneon's MediaDeck GX is a complete channel playout solution that combines video server playout, graphics, and audio processing. It unites three key components of a typical channel chain: the transmission platform, a branding and master control module, and template-based graphics software. It will operate under the control of the broadcaster's choice of automation software. Contact Omneon, 408-585-5421, www.omneon.com.
