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MULTIDYNE DEBUTS POWERFUL, HIGH-DENSITY LIGHTCUBE AT NAB 2010

April 6th, 2010

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New Solution Offers Up to 80 HD Signals and Option for a Signal Generator and HD Monitors

LAS VEGAS, APRIL 6, 2010MultiDyne, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, will unveil its brand new LiGHTCuBE fiber optic field transport system at this year’s NAB (Booth C7637). In addition, MultiDyne will also introduce the option for an HD or composite signal generator as well as HD monitors on the LiGHTCuBE, giving broadcasters unprecedented ability to test and monitor signals in the field.

Capable of housing any product in the MultiDyne product line, the LiGHTCuBE represents the company’s most customizable, rugged and high-density solution to date. Designed for the fiber optic field transport of composite, HD video, PL, IFB, audio and more, the LiGHTCuBE can be configured for as many as 80 HD-SDI, SDI or composite video paths, with 225 AES or analog audio channels. The LiGHTCuBE is also compatible with DVI, RGB and HDMI and is AC and fully battery powered.

In addition, the new test and monitor features make the LiGHTCuBE especially effective for in-the-field signal monitoring. With an HD monitor and signal generator on either end of the product, users can test the circuit even if the camera has not arrived. Further, the HD test signal generator option also allows users to send the test pattern down the line, or to send the signal from the studio end directly to the LiGHTCuBE. This function allows users to monitor the camera output and the signals arriving at the shoot, and can be added to any solution in MultiDyne’s LiGHTBoX product line.

“With our new LiGHTCuBE, the options for the end-user are virtually limitless,” says Frank Jachetta, senior vice president of sales and operations for MultiDyne. “Not only does the LiGHTCuBE hold more HD, analog video and audio signals than any other solution in our product line, it is also extremely customizable, even by the end-user. Our new test and monitor features provide even more value. Customers who were creating their own makeshift flyaway case to house many video signals will finally have access to a smaller, cost-effective and extremely high-quality solution for all their fiber optic transport needs.”

A major benefit also lies in the LiGHTCuBE’s size. Though this solution is heavy on HD and audio signals, the LiGHTCuBEv is a compact and extremely portable 14-inch cube design, making it small enough for sports and ENG, an announce booth setting, as well as any field application where signal density is a must. Additional carry handles allow users to “grab-and-go” for remote or on-location broadcasts. A weather resistant cover is also available.

The LiGHTCuBE is exceptionally versatile and can be used in a number of different broadcast and pro A/V situations. It is ideal for applications including large-scale outdoor arena sporting events where a user requires a rugged, highly weather-proof solution for handling massive amounts of HD signals. The LiGHTCuBE is also a perfect fit for users transporting high-density audio; for example, in a live symphony or orchestra broadcast setting with over 60 microphones, the LiGHTCuBE can manage audio bottlenecks, transporting signals seamlessly to an OB van or studio.

The LiGHTCuBE can be linked using tactical or conventional fiber to any MultiDyne solution, including the DVM-2500, HD-1500, HD-3000, HDMI-ONE, DVI-6000 as well as many non-MultiDyne products. In addition, the LiGHTCuBE offers users intercom, PL, IFB and belt pack support.  For more information on the LiGHTCuBE and its optional test and monitor features, please visit the MultiDyne website at: http://www.multidyne.com/productdetail.cfm?ProductID=247.

About MultiDyne:

For more than 30 years, MultiDyne has been a leading provider of innovative and outstanding video and fiber optic-based transport and routing systems for the broadcast, cable, satellite, production, digital cinema, pro A/V, corporate, retail, surveillance, teleconferencing, judicial arraignment, transportation, government, military, and healthcare markets. MultiDyne’s fiber optic transport and routing systems for video, SDI, 3G HD, DVB/ASI, VGA, DVI, HDMI, audio, AES, Ethernet, data, CATV, as well as the company’s other broadcast accessories are used worldwide by such industry leaders as ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, RAI, BBC and the Department of Transportation. MultiDyne provides a seven-year warranty on its core product line. For more information, call MultiDyne at 1-877-MULTIDYNE or 1-516-671-7278, visit the company’s Web site at www.multidyne.com, or send an e-mail to sales@multidyne.com.

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MULTIDYNE’S FRANK JACHETTA STEPS INTO ROLE OF MANAGING DIRECTOR; COMPANY WELCOMES INDUSTRY VETERAN FRED SCOTT AS VP OF SALES & BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT

April 6th, 2010

LAS VEGAS, APRIL 5, 2010MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, today announces that Frank Jachetta will be taking on the role of managing director. In line with the company’s continued growth and industry momentum, MultiDyne has also enhanced its sales force with a new addition and a promotion. Fred Scott, a 20-year industry veteran, will join the company as vice president of sales and business development, while Matt Watkins, inside sales manager, has been promoted to sales and system design manager.

Previously serving as senior vice president of sales and operations, Frank will now oversee all facets of MultiDyne’s business as managing director. With the relocation of Jim Jachetta, the company’s former senior vice president of engineering and product development, to pursue other interests in Orange County, CA, Frank will now step into a larger role managing the company’s day-to-day operations. In his new position, Frank will provide strategic oversight of both the sales and engineering teams, continuing the company’s tradition of innovation and unparalleled customer service for the fiber optics and routing solutions market.

“On behalf of our entire company, we want to thank Jim for all of his contributions during his tenure at MultiDyne,” says Frank Jachetta. “We wish him luck in all of his endeavors. Moving forward, we are excited to welcome Fred Scott to the company. Our number one commitment has always been our customers, and we are thrilled to leverage the strengths both Fred and Matt bring to the table in order to better serve our customer base and augment the tremendous growth we’re experiencing.”

As vice president of sales and business development, Scott will be responsible for driving the expansion of MultiDyne’s business, overseeing and coordinating all of the company’s sales activities worldwide. With previous positions at several of the industry’s biggest fiber companies, including Communications Specialties Inc. and GE Industrial Systems (formerly Fiber Options), Scott brings a deep understanding of the fast-evolving industry to his new position. With a wealth of experience developing OEM agreements, training sales staff and negotiating major sales with national and international brands, Scott will work closely with current and potential customers to find the best solution for their fiber-optic video and audio transport and routing needs.

Previously serving as inside sales manager for MultiDyne, Watkins will further enhance the company’s growing sales team in his new position as sales and system design manager. In this expanded role, Watkins will represent MultiDyne at the company’s tradeshows nationwide, interfacing directly with clients to provide excellent customer service and support.

MultiDyne’s sales team will be serving customers at NAB 2010 – stop by to meet the entire team and preview the company’s innovative new products for 2010 at Booth C7637.

About MultiDyne:

For more than 30 years, MultiDyne has been a leading provider of innovative and outstanding video and fiber optic-based transport and routing systems for the broadcast, cable, satellite, production, digital cinema, pro A/V, corporate, retail, surveillance, teleconferencing, judicial arraignment, transportation, government, military, and healthcare markets. MultiDyne’s fiber optic transport and routing systems for video, SDI, 3G HD, DVB/ASI, VGA, DVI, HDMI, audio, AES, Ethernet, data, CATV, as well as the company’s other broadcast accessories are used worldwide by such industry leaders as ABC, CBS, NBC, CNN, RAI, BBC and the Department of Transportation. MultiDyne provides a seven-year warranty on its core product line. For more information, call MultiDyne at 1-877-MULTIDYNE or 1-516-671-7278, visit the company’s Web site at www.multidyne.com, or send an e-mail to sales@multidyne.com.

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MULTIDYNE STEPS INTO THE NAB SPOTLIGHT WITH THE LIGHTBOX® 3D

March 22nd, 2010

MultiDyne - LiGHTBoX 3DNew Solution Builds Upon Standard Model with Even More Signal Paths for 3D


LOCUST VALLEY, NY, MARCH 22, 2010
MultiDyne, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, will introduce a new LiGHTBoX® 3D field fiber transport system at this year’s NAB (Booth C7637). With the explosion of 3D in the broadcast industry, MultiDyne has re-configured its popular LiGHTBoX solution to serve this growing market.

MultiDyne’s new LiGHTBoX 3D addresses the unique transport needs of 3D production while maintaining the unparalleled ruggedness and configurability of the standard LiGHTBoX. This original solution has been a mainstay in the equipment kits of sports and ENG broadcasters for years, most recently debuting on the field at Yankee Stadium during the World Series. Now, with major networks announcing entire programs dedicated to 3D sports and news coverage, the LiGHTBoX 3D provides a natural evolution path for crews looking to stay ahead of the game when purchasing new 3D-ready equipment.

“Over the past year we have been inundated with requests for economical fiber optic equipment capable of accommodating the high number of signals required for 3D production,” says Frank Jachetta, senior vice president of sales and operations for MultiDyne. “As our customers trust us with all of their fiber optic needs, we configured the LiGHTBoX 3D to provide them with a solution that is not only packed with more signal paths, but that is also cost-effective. Purchasing brand-new equipment suited for 3D can be extremely costly, so we really considered our customer’s bottom line when creating the LiGHTBoX 3D.”

With more signal paths for HD video, audio and data, the LiGHTBoX 3D can be configured for even the most complicated 3D shoots. Fully customizable and offering virtually any signal configuration, the LiGHTBoX 3D can also be linked via tactical fiber cable to the MultiDyne DVM-2500, HD-1500, HD-3000 and HEMC-4000.

Providing a high-quality signal throughput and the opportunity to integrate almost any solution from the MultiDyne product line, including the new DVI-6000 and COMMS-2000 products, the LiGHTBoX 3D system offers users endless possibilities and flexibility. Further, the LiGHTBoX 3D solution is equipped with an extremely rugged case, making it highly weatherproof for outdoor and remote location broadcasting.

For more information on MultiDyne’s LiGHTBoX line of products and customization options, please visit MultiDyne at booth C7637 or at www.multidyne.com.

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UK’s One Box Television is Right on Target with MultiDyne’s SilverBULLET

December 18th, 2009

multidyne-silverbulletLOCUST VALLEY, NY/LONDON, DECEMBER 18, 2009 – MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, is loading up UK’s One Box Television with its  SilverBULLET Mini 3G HD/SDI fiber optic link. One Box Television, an innovative UK multi camera gallery facilities rental company, purchased the extremely lightweight, tiny transmitter and receiver modules through MultiDyne’s exclusive distributor in the UK, Bright Space Technologies.

With recent rentals to premier broadcast networks including the BBC, West End Productions and large corporations like Sony, One Box Television was looking to upgrade its equipment to further incorporate the most sophisticated HD solutions on the market into its custom-made, “One Box” broadcast rental system. As the system is used for remote productions, One Box Television selected the SilverBULLET 3G fiber optic links for their ability to transport 3G signals over long distances on a single mode of fiber, their ease of portability and their extremely compact size.

“By combining the SilverBULLET modules with our other technology, the on-camera boxes now allow full vision control of HD cameras over 100 metres, as well as feeding time code, talkback and reverse vision,” says Richard Stevenson, founder of One Box Television. “The product revolutionizes the stability of our pictures, and has allowed much longer cable runs than were previously available to us over coax cable.”

Designed for quick and easy installation, the SilverBULLET supports transmission across SMPTE 424M 2.97 Gbps, SMPTE 292M 1.485 Gbps and SMPTE 259M 270 Mbps standards regardless of format. The transmitter modules also include equalization for long lengths of coaxial cable, further easing the installation process as users can incorporate the SilverBULLET at any point in the HD/SDI chain. With error free pathological pattern operation, low system jitter and embedded audio support, the SilverBULLET provides a typical link distance of up to 30 km (18.6 miles).

“The SilverBULLET is an ideal addition to London’s One Box Television’s existing custom rental package,” says Frank Jachetta, senior vice president of sales and operations for MultiDyne. “We’re pleased that companies from around the world look to Bright Space Technologies and MultiDyne to provide state-of-the-art equipment for their system upgrades, and as rental companies look for new ways to stay ahead of their competitors in 2010, they can rely on our full product line to provide the most cost-effective, reliable and long-lasting products on the market.”

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HD World – Route and Send Your Video Farther with Light Solutions from MultiDyne

October 16th, 2009
 

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Systems, a leading provider of video and fiber optic based transport and routing systems, will be introducing a number of groundbreaking new products at this year’s HD World (Booth 942), the fall’s premier conference and exhibition for media and communications technology, held from October 14 – 15 at the Jacob K. Javits Convention Center, NYC.
Now, here’s a preview of what’s new, including: new openGear solutions, new accessories for the SilverBULLET, new features for the DVI-6000 and EOS-4000, HDMI-ONE DVI/HDMI Fiber Link with HDCP, HD-3500 3G Video with Audio and Data, COMMS-2000 two to four Wire Intercom Bridge, and

Route and Send Your Video Farther…
                           …with Light Solutions from MultiDyne
 

 

 
Best Regards,

The MultiDyne Team

Matt Watkins, Inside Sales Manager
mattw@multidyne.com

Frank Jachetta, SVP of Sales
frankj@multidyne.com

Jim Jachetta, SVP of Engineering
jimj@multidyne.com

MultiDyne® Video & Fiber Optic Systems
Toll Free US:   1-888-332-6779
International: +1-516-299-8293

  

 

  

MultiDyne, LiGHTBoX and the MultiDyne logo are registered trademarks of Multidyne Electronics Inc.   

 

 

 

 

Another big announcement: MultiDyne has introduced Significant Pricing Reductions across our entire HD-SDI fiber optic product line specifically the HD-1500 1.5G Multirate HD-SDI Fiber Link; SilverBULLET mini 3G Multirate HD-SDI Fiber Link with Power Supply and Pelican style case and the HD-3100

3G Multirate HD-SDI Fiber Link.  This is the result of negotiating better pricing across the board with all of our vendors and suppliers.
Fiber-Comms Intercom Fiber Link. Please stop by Booth 942 to see the rest. See you at the show!

 


 

DVI-6000 DVI, VGA & Component, Single & Dual Link Transport 

 

NEW Features

With the MultiDyne DVI-6000 fiber optic transport link, easily connect your video walls and control rooms with remote video processing equipment, while maintaining the highest video quality.  The DVI-6000 transports DVI-I, RBG-HV and DVI-D signals up to WQXGA 2560 x 1600 over a single fiber and 3G SMPTE infrastructure.

Click here for more information on the DVI-6000

 

 


 

HD-4400 4 Ch. 3G HD-SDI Fiber Optic Transport with 4×4 Matrix for openGear
Plus Other Surprise Additions to the openGear Family

This high density, multirate, 3G HD–SDI SMPTE fiber optic transport system with a 4×4 matrix on both the transmitter and receiver is one of the first products MultiDyne has designed as part of our participation in the openGear terminal equipment platform group.  We also have several exciting announcements to share!  Stop by Booth 942 for the latest details.

Click here for more information on openGear

 

 


 
Electro-Optical Matrix Routing Switcher for Transparent, Point to Multi-point Switching NEW Features

The EOS-4000 Electro-Optical Matrix Routing Switcher is a versatile, multi-purpose, non-blocking, transparent solution that provides high-speed routing of any format of digital fiber optic signals. The EOS-4000 series is capable of switching digital signals up to 10 Gbps. Matrix sizes are scalable starting at 16 x 16 up to 288 x 288.  Now available with 3G SMPTE Reclocking IO Blades.
 

 

Click here for more info on Fiber Optic Routing Switchers


 

HD-3500 HD-SDI, Audio and Data Fiber Link
NEW Features

The HD-3500 fiber optic transceiver supports a multirate 3.0 Gbps HD-SDI video signal with capability for four analog audio or two AES audio channels.  The system also supports bidirectional stereo audio for intercom with bidirectional RS-232 and RS-422 data capability. 

Click here for more information on the HD-3500 Series

 

 


 

 

Fiber-Comms Intercom Fiber Optic Link
The MultiDyne Fiber-Comms is a fiber optic extender for four-wire intercom. When used in conjunction with a two-wire to four-wire converter, such as the ST Model 45, two-wire intercom can be extended. The Fiber-Comms can transport from one to eight intercom or IFBs. The Fiber-Comms includes an XLR cable can be ordered to mate with Studio Technologies®, RTS or ClearCom® systems. The Fiber–Comms will transport control data as well.

Click here for more information on the Fiber-Comms

 

 

 
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12th Annual GV Tech Expo 2009
Conference: December 1 – 3, 2009
Exhibits: December 2 – 3, 2009
Booth # 615
Walter E. Washington Convention Ctr
Washington, DC.

 

 

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MULTIDYNE ROUTES INFORMATION OVER FIBER FASTER WITH EOS-4000 SERIES 3G SMPTE SWITCHERS AT IBC 2009

September 16th, 2009

Now Available with SMPTE 3G HD-SDI Re-Clocking Input/Output Blades

 

AMSTERDAM, NETHERLANDS, SEPTEMBER 16, 2009MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems, a premier provider of fiber optic-based video and audio transport and routing solutions for broadcast and pro A/V applications, debuted its EOS-4000 Series fiber-optic switchers now available with SMPTE 3G HD-SDI Re-Clocking Input/Output Blades at IBC 2009 (Stand 2.A54). When combined with the MultiDyne SilverBULLET, HD-1500 or HD-3000, the EOS-4000 3G SMPTE video electro-optical routing solution provides a complete routing and long-haul distribution system for broadcast, medical, government and pro a/v applications.

 

The EOS-4000 Series devices provide high-speed switching between ports, and are designed to function as incredibly versatile, multi-purpose solutions crucial for any distribution system. They are an ideal solution for routing DVI single and dual link, HDMI, RGB-HV, SDI, HD-SDI and 3G HD-SDI signals optically. As electrical routing switchers for high bandwidth signals do not currently exist in the market in any scalable size, electro-optical switchers are a welcome alternative. The EOS-4000 switches in the light domain, functioning as a natural solution for users who need to transport high bandwidth video over longer distance. It can also switch many different formats of video, HD and audio, eliminating the need for additional switchers while maintaining signal integrity, security and quality.

 

In addition, the EOS-4000 transparent, non-blocking solution is inherently “future-proof,” with scalable size and bandwidth for all future standards up to 10G. When using SMPTE SFP optics, the EOS-4000 switchers are also fully SMPTE compliant. The bandwidth through SFP ports is 4.25 Gbps, with up to 10 Gbps via XFP.

 

New features for the EOS-4000 series include SMPTE 3G HD-SDI re-clocking input/output blades. The EOS-4000’s standard input and output blades are a multirate device design for general purpose switching, including composite video using the DVM-2000 Series or for DVI-RGB with the MultiDyne flagship DVI-6000 solution. However, as special attention must be paid to signal processing and management for in-demand 3G HD-SDI video applications, combining the EOS-4000 with the new EOS-16PORTSFP-3G 16 port, SFP, SMPTE 3G Re-Clocked I/O Blade achieves optimal performance and compliance. This solution, which requires SMPTE compliant SFP modules, provides 16 re-clocked optical outputs exceeding SMPTE jitter and pathological specifications. MultiDyne also provides the SFP-1310-SM-10K-3G family of 3G SMPTE video SFPs to ensure users can meet this requirement. Blades are scalable in increments of 16 ports, and scalable 10 Gbps XFP I/O blades for future migration to 10 Gbps include 4 XFP ports per blade.

 

The new enterprise version of the EOS-4000 includes new monitoring software, an embedded web GUI that controls switches remotely from a web browser over a network and utilizes SSL for security. The software gives the user the ability to monitor the switcher input sources separately from the output destinations. This feature is very important in many broadcast and professional audiovisual applications. The EOS-4000 series of switchers also support Crestron and AMX control systems. 

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2009 NAB New Products from MultiDyne

April 9th, 2009

Come see the many new products from MultiDyne Video and Fiber Systems at NAB 2009. Come see the latest innovations in the LiGHTBoX series of field portable fiber optic transport systems. Also come see the new HD-3500 HD SDI, audio and bidirectional data fiber optic transport system over one fiber. The innovative DVI-6000 DVI/RGB fiber optic transport system supports high-resolution graphics and video over a single fiber. The Fiber-Comm series extends 4 wire intercom over a single fiber.

Download the full Power Point Presentation below:

2009 NAB New Products from MultiDyne

Download the full PDF version of the presentation below:

http://www.multidyne.com/LiteratureList.cfm?CategoryID=1

Video of the MultiDyne Booth at NAB 2009:

MultiDyne NAB 2009 Booth: DVI, RGB. VGA Fiber Optic Link; LiGHTBoX HD-SDI Fiber Link

MultiDyne NAB 2009 Booth: DVI, RGB. VGA Fiber Optic Link; LiGHTBoX HD-SDI Fiber Link

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New Products for NAB 2009 from MultiDyne Video & Fiber Systems

April 3rd, 2009

Booth SU6917

HD-3500 Series, HD-SDI/Audio/Data Fiber Optic transport link
The HD-3500 is a 3Gb/sec single-mode fiber optic transport link available in either a modular or frame mounted solution.
  • Economical solution for fiber optic transport of multi-rate HD-SDI signals ranging from 5Mb/sec to 3.0Gb/sec plus 2 AES or 4 audio, bi-directional data, & 2 return audio over a single fiber.
  • Two models; one supports SMPTE 424M 3G HD-SDI standard or
  • One supports SMPTE 292M 1.485G HD-SDI standard
  • Also supports embedded audio & data.
  • Looping inputs, Dual re-clocked & EQ outputs
  • Convenient modules for field applications or frame mount.
  • Battery operation, field applicable.
Delivery: The modular product is shipping in April; the rack mounted card by June 30.
MultiDyne Joins openGear – offers 3Gb multiplexed card set
MultiDyne has joined Ross Video’s openGear platform standard, leading the industry with an open architecture. openGear provides the industry with the most flexible and advanced terminal equipment possible with the opportunity to select product from a wide range of technology leaders, all in one platform under one control system. MultiDyne will offer ~
  • 1.5Gb/sec digital video, 4 audio, or 2 AES & bi-directional data
  • 3.0 Gb/sec digital video, 4 audio, or 2 AES & bi-directional video
  • Multirate video from 5Mb/sec up to either 1.5 Gb, or 3.0 Gb depending on card
  • Equalized and reclocked video at SMPTE standards
  • 2RU frame, 10 cards or 20 cards
  • Independent rear modules for connectivity
MultiDyne DVI-6000 Single & Dual Link DVI – over single fiber
The NEW DVI-6000 Series provides an evolutionary fiber optic transport solution for uncompressed high-quality, DVI signals up to WQXGA resolution of 2560 x 1600.
  • Uncompressed DVI Single & Dual Link over ONE fiber
  • Supports up to WQXGA 2560 x 1600
  • Supports Stereo Audio and Data
  • Fully un-compressed, 100% transparent, No Frame Dropping
  • The system provides a pixel-for-pixel image transport
  • 100% 24 Bits for all scan rates with no contouring or bit reduction at high scan rate
  • Shipping NOW!
MultiDyne LiGHTBoX 1430 MC Series
The MultiDyne LiGHTBoX 1430 MC is a field portable transport solution with a Multi-Core connector interfacing directly with the camera and/or the CCU. The MultiDyne LiGHTBoX 1430 MC is designed for field and harsh environment applications, typically mobile production, sports, stadiums, and military, and any field application where battery powered equipment is required.   The LiGHTBoX can be linked via tactical fiber cable to any MultiDyne product.
· The LiGHTBoX is fully customizable offering virtually any signal configuration
· Runs on battery or AC power
· Optical connectors include Neutrik, Tyco Expanded Beam, TFOCA, ST, SC, LC, or your choice.
· Can be linked with another LiGHTBoX, or any MultiDyne products.
MultiDyne EOS-4000 Series Fiber Optic Switcher
The EOS-4000 Series of electro-optical routing switchers are a versatile, multi-purpose, non-blocking, wide bandwidth switcher providing high-speed switching between fiberoptic I/O’s. The EOS-4000 Series utilizes an electrical crosspoint of 4.25Gb, and an infrastructure to support this bandwidth to fiberoptic inputs and outputs. The switcher is very scalable, and will support future 10 Gb technology.
  • Frame sizes of 16, 32, 64, 144, and 288
  • 16 I/O’s per switch card
  • CWDM coarse wave division multiplexing optics supported
  • Signal independence, DVI, 3GB, RGB
  • Control via Ethernet, intuitive GUI
  • External serial port. (Crestron, AMX)
  • Pathological testing compliance
HD Multi-Link Hybrid Optical HD DA
The HD Multi-Link Hybrid Optical DA provides a mid point fiber distribution break out box for up to 3 copper HD-SDI outputs up to 3Gb, and an HDMI output for local monitoring, plus audio monitoring. The fiber input has a reclocked fiber output so you can continue the fiber home run to more break out locations along the distribution path. MultiDyne also provides a cost effective version running HD-SDI up to 1.5Gb.
  • HD-SDI repeater / optical transport, HD-SDI fan out DA with HDMI & Audio monitoring.
  • Available in 3Gb, or 1.5Gb versions for a cost effective solution.
  • Optical input and reclocked optical output.
  • Compatible with other SMPTE compliant devices including MultiDyne’s HD-1500, and HD-3000.
  • Three copper HD-SDI outputs.
  • HDMI output for cost effective local monitoring
  • Audio de-embedding from HD-SDI stream for output on HDMI, or on separate RCA connectors.
MultiDyne Fiber – Comm
The Fiber – Comm break out box provides fiber optic extension for 4– wire intercom lines. It can also be utilized as a cost effective integrated component in the LiGHTBoX field portable fiber optic transport system.
· Extend 4 – wire intercom via fiber optic cable.
· Up to 8 separate intercom channels (optional).
· IFB transport.
· Serial control data transport for RTS or Clearcom.
· Includes cables to mate directly with RTS, Clearcom, or Studio Technologies equipment.

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The National Hockey League Chooses MultiDyne HD-SDI Fiber

April 2nd, 2009

 

NHL HD Goal Camera fed to MultiDyne HD-1500 HD-SDI Fiber Optic Link

NHL HD Goal Camera fed to MultiDyne HD-1500 HD-SDI Fiber Optic Link

 

 

 

MultiDyne Video & Fiber Optic Systems announced today that the MultiDyne HD-1500 was selected by Applied Electronics Ltd (AEL) and The National Hockey League (NHL) for the High Definition Goal Video Replay System.  The system was designed and installed by AEL.  Frank Jachetta of MultiDyne worked closely with Eugene McEleney of AEL and Jim Wilkes of the NHL.

 

 

 

 

 

Applied Electronics is a MultiDyne Valued-added Reseller and Systems Integrator based in Mississauga, Canada.

The system has been installed in all 30 NHL arenas in the United States and Canada.  Each venue has two HD-SDI cameras positioned over each goal. The HD-SDI signal is transported via Singlemode fiber to the Video Replay Judges and the Mobile Production Trucks outside.  A total of 60 HD-1500-FTX-ST HD-SDI Fiber Optic Transmitters and 120 HD-1500-FRX-ST HD-SDI Fiber Optic Receivers were installed for all 30 venues.  A 1 by 2 optical splitter was used to split the transmitted optical signal to the two destinations.

 

 

 

“The application required the transport of HD signals over longer distances, with mission critical reliability.” said Frank Jachetta, Senior Vice President, Sales & Operations. “An economical system with a small footprint was a key requirement.”

The HD-1500 line provides an economical solution for the fiber optic transport and distribution of virtually any digital signal from 5 Mbps to 1.5Gbps up to 24Km over Singlemode fiber.  The supported standards include SMPTE 292M 1.485 Gbps, SMPTE 259M with operation from 143Mbps – 360Mbps, SMPTE 310M 19.4Mbps, M2S or DVB-ASI 270Mbps, SMPTE 344M 540Mbps and SMPTE 305M SDTi rates.  The systems will also transparently pass any embedded audio and data.

The HD-1500 Series of products are available in compact stand-alone and rack-mount packages making them ideal for applications including field remotes, sporting events, ENG/SNG, production and in-plant signal distribution.  The power requirements are 110 and 220 VAC with a wall-mount power supply or 5 to 16 VDC with an external battery. 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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MultiDyne has been serving the broadcast, cable, satellite, production, digital cinema, pro-AV, corporate, retail, surveillance, teleconferencing, judicial arraignment, transportation, government and healthcare sectors for over 30 years.   MultiDyne  provides fiber optic transport systems for video, audio, SDI, HD-SDI, AES, ethernet, data, PTZ, RGB/VGA, DVI, HDMI, L-Band, IF and CATV; optical multiplexing, CWDM; automatic protection switching; loss detectors with automatic switchover; test signal and character ID generators; video, audio and digital distribution amplifiers; cable equalizers; automatic gain AGC’s; electrical and fiber optic routing switchers; tactical cable assemblies; XLR adapter panels as well as other television accessories.  For more information, and sales, call MultiDyne at 1-(800)-488-8378, or 1-(516)-671-7278.  Visit our Web Site at www.multidyne.com or send E-Mail to sales@multidyne.com.

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Total RF sees the LiGHT with MultiDyne

March 11th, 2009

By Kurt G. Heitmann
President Total RF Productions
SVP Sales CP Communications and Total RF

The truck was purpose-designed from the get-go, and as a result is ideally suited for small regional productions such as local college sporting events, smaller corporate meetings, live performances, side-by-side productions and regional sport pickup.

LACKED BUILT-IN FIBER INTERFACE

One of the pieces of equipment we selected in the planning process for the truck was JVC’s GY-HD250 high-definition camcorder. We liked this particular model as it’s relatively inexpensive, yet produces very high quality video. However, the GY-HD250 does not have its own built-in fiber optic transport system. If we deployed it as received, this would have resulted in a somewhat limited range for transporting the camera’s video back to the Dotcom truck.

Also, at a lot of events, even if multicore copper cables had the video signal reach we needed, they’re just too constraining. At such productions as the Ultimate Fighting Championship and the X Games, we may have as many as five cameras shooting simultaneously throughout the venues and didn’t even want to think about hauling around that much multicore. Fiber was the only solution to getting the sort of versatility and flexibility that we’d planned for the truck. This is where our quest for the perfect fiber solution began.

Actually, it wasn’t much of a quest at all. The folks at MultiDyne had worked with us before on several special projects and had a reputation for delivering high quality video and for working with their customers to make sure that they got exactly what they wanted. One call was all it took.

LIGHTBOX SOLUTION

When we made that call, we learned that MultiDyne had just launched a new product—the Lightbox, a battery-powered, bidirectional field fiber transport system for SD and HD video, audio and data signals.

In addition to extending the video reach of the JVC GY-HD250’s multicore cable tether, we also had some special needs. It wasn’t long before we got together for a few engineering planning sessions with MultiDyne and set forth our requirements. It wasn’t that long before the company had created a Lightbox system that not only did everything that we needed, but also one that fit within our budget.

The MultiDyne Lightbox has proven to be both cost effective and a reliable team player. These attributes have allowed us to both provide excellent quality video and to pass the savings on to our clients.

The unit has really come through for us in a big way. The Lightbox has already saved us a lot of time and effort in setting up for field production.

MultiDyne’s standard Lightbox is already very versatile, but with the added features we asked for and received, it just really doesn’t get much better. We think that we are very lucky to find a company that would go the extra mile to customize their product for our needs.

Kurt Heitmann has been an entertainment sound engineer since 1981, winning three Emmy Awards in the process. Kurt is now the president of Total RF Productions and the senior vice president of sales and marketing for both Total RF and CP Communications. He may be contacted at kurt@cpcomms.com

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