GPS antenna tracker for ski jumping in Oberstdorf

GPS antenna tracker for ski jumping in Oberstdorf posted: 23/01/2019

HDwireless Camera Solution with innovative AI tracking

For the kick-off of the Four Hills Tournament in Oberstdorf on December 29 and 30, 2018, HDwireless was in action for the host broadcaster ZDF. The overall technical planning and the implementation of the host requirements were realized by the company TopVision under the leadership of Achim Jendges.

On-site, HDwireless supported the OB-van service provider from Berlin with wireless camera systems and radio connections. HDwireless used its own development, the GPS antenna tracker, to receive live images from a camera helicopter. After a comprehensive hardware and software update last autumn, the established system offers many additional functions for the requirements of RF transmission. In addition to the Traveled Path Recording option already introduced, the latest version provides features such as Auto GPS Location and KI Tracking Option.

The GPS antenna tracking system is connected autonomously with only one LEMO SMPTE fiber. Patrick Nussbaum describes the technology benefits as follows: Here in Oberstdorf in the main focus is not on a range increase as in our other missions. With the tracking system, we can operate the RF components at the highest quality level through the optimized transmission. Thus, we reinforce our quality standards and can provide our customer, in this case TopVision, with a seamlessly integrated signal source.

The HDwireless-Profile

HDwireless GmbH is developer, builder and supplier of wireless camera equipment for professional broadcasting. Accordingly, the product's portfolio is consequently geared to the quality standards and exacting requirements of this demanding business. From video transmitting technologies via receiving units to applicable accessories and special solutions, we offer a complete system of high end components for signal transmission. In order to satisfy the requirements of the rental market HDwireless keeps on stock a sizeable Dry-Hire-Rental supply, and, moreover, 24/7 support. The team around Patrick Nussbaum fulfills individual and complex customer requirements. Having worked as a production engineer with more than 20 years experience he ranks as one of the most recognized German specialists in the field of wireless technology for broadcast and event. Customer projects will be supported upon request with planning, special solutions, and on location assistance. The service portfolio is completed by officially regulated frequency allotment including frequency surveillance on the spot by means of RF-measuring equipment. HDwireless GmbH is situated in Mechernich near Cologne, and is also represented in Baden-Baden and Munich.

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