Mi Broadcast Delivers Ereca Stage Racer Systems To Arena Television

Mi Broadcast is pleased to announce the delivery of three Ereca Stage Racer fibre optic signal transport systems to Arena Television.

The eight 3G/HD-SDI systems were supplied to Arena by Hampshire based Sentinel Broadcast.

Arena's Peter Love commented: "Ereca has listened to the industry's field needs all in one box. Our use for this versatile equipment in 2016 also includes the Olympics, Glastonbury and Trooping the Colour."

Mi Broadcast was appointed Ereca's UK distributor following their meeting at IBC in September 2015 and introduced Stage Racer in October to a very positive response from customers.

STAGE RACER is a flexible fibre optic signal transport for television broadcast applications. Cost-effective and easy to use, each 1U 19" frame carries a range of signals to support most events where a full broadcast connection is required between two locations.

It has the following comprehensive set of signals:
• 4, 8 or 12 video 3G / HD / SDI signals (direction configurable through built in web server)
• 1 bidirectional Composite Video (PAL Video / Black burst / Tri-level)
• 16 bi-directional analogue audio for intercom or broadcasting, optional 8Ch MIC/LINE
• 2 Ethernet 10/100/1000Mbs (1 Gigabit trunk with 2 VLANS)
• 4 Data RS 232/422/485, optional 12x RS 422
• 8 Contact closures
• 4 AES3 bidirectional (Riedel panel compatible)
• 1 bidirectional MADI (AES10) Signal (Shared with 2 of the 4 AES3 connectors).

Requiring just two single mode fibres, with optional redundant fibre path, these units can be fitted with standard SCs, Lemo or Neutrik connectors with the option of remote powering.

An internal web browser allows the user to quickly change the direction of 3G/HD-SDI videos, control the level and phantom power on the optional Mic/Line card and access all the status of the unit. The front panel LEDs give signal presence and alarm display. Stage Racer supports intercom panels from the leading matrix-based intercom suppliers including Telex, Clearcom and Riedel.

Applications include:
• Remote Studio or Commentary Positions
• Interconnection between OB Vans or Studios
• Video and Audio Stagebox
• Links back to SNG Vehicle.

To support Stage Racer, Mi Broadcast have manufactured an Audio Breakout panel which speeds up system integration and saves time and weight over conventional hard wiring. Mi Broadcast is also a leading rental house for broadcast fibre optic equipment and cable. Stage Racer systems with 12x 3G/HD-SDI are now available to hire with a total of three systems being available from June 2016.

For further information contact fibre specialist Mi Broadcast on 01223 411625 or email [email protected].

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(JP/LM)