Wireless Camera System WLL Series WLL-RX55
A Cable-Free Approach to Shooting Live Events Whether gathering news in the field or covering sports, concerts, and other live events, camera crews know that mobility is essential to securing the very best results. The Sony wireless camera system delivers the ideal solution, providing the extra mobility needed to cover such events with effortless efficiency. Using COFDM transmission and powerful error-correction technologies, this add-on system offers robust wireless transmission between a compatible Sony camera/camcorder and a compact receiver. The use of a 2.4 GHz band transmission frequency allows a license-free wireless camera system to be easily established. In addition to video and audio for the acquisition device, this system also offers the transmission of camera control, intercom and tally signals*. These features enable highly mobile yet creative shooting opportunities. With its secure transmission and operational flexibility, the Sony wireless camera system opens the door to new possibilities in news and live events. * An optional WRR series wireless microphone tuner and a WRT series wireless microphone transmitter are required. These features are only available using the and WLL-RX55 combination.
APPLICATIS WIRELESS SYSTEM COMPENTS Live Sports Events During live sporting events, you need to be as mobile and flexible as possible. You need to catch every close-up, both during play and in post-game interviews with the star players. With the extra mobility that the Sony wireless camera system affords, you're free to move about without cable concerns, so you can catch all those important moments efficiently and effectively. ENG If you ve ever encountered a barrier, such as a fence or railroad tracks, when covering live news events, you know the difficulty of being first to air with a story in the field. With the flexible wireless camera system, you can get to the action and provide live coverage to your news team by transmitting high quality MPEG-2 video and audio to the news van. Wireless Camera Transmitter The is a wireless camera transmitter that converts the camera s video/audio signal into an MPEG-2 bit-stream for transmission over the 2.4 GHz frequency band. The is compatible with Sony portable cameras such as the BVP-E10/E10WS and BVP-950 *1. *1 BVP-E10 refers to both BVP-E10 for NTSC and BVP-E10P for PAL, while the BVP-E10WS refers to both BVP-E10WS for NTSC and BVP-E10WSP for PAL. BVP-950 refers to both BVP-950 for NTSC and BVP-950P for PAL. Wireless Camera Transmitter The is also a wireless camera transmitter. This compact model is compatible with most Sony camcorders, including Digital Betacam TM, Betacam SX TM, MPEG IMX TM, and XDCAM TM camcorders. WLL-RX55 Wireless Camera Receiver The WLL-RX55 is a wireless camera receiver that consists of two tuners for diversity reception, a diversity switcher, and an MPEG-2 decoder, all packed into a compact unit. The half-rack width, 3U-high design enables the WLL-RX55 to be installed into limited rack spaces such as in OB vans. By attaching the RM-B750 Remote Control Unit on the front panel of the WLL-RX55, this receiver also serves as a wireless camera control unit. Alternatively, the camera can be controlled from a standard RCP-700 series Remote Control Panel.
FEATURES High-Quality Transmission The Sony wireless camera system enables you to take advantage of real-time MPEG-2 broadcast picture quality and MPEG-1 Layer I/II 48 khz audio. The system is compatible with either 525/60 or 625/50 video formats, with menu selection of the appropriate format. Stable Transmission COFDM (Coded Orthogonal Frequency Division Multiplexing) Transmission Wireless transmission systems in general can be subject to reception interruptions, but the /CA50 minimizes these interruptions. This results from applying COFDM, a signalmodulation technique optimized for the transmission of high data-rate streams such as MPEG-2 video. COFDM essentially splits a signal into multiple RF channels and sends each sub-signal over a separate subcarrier frequency. The /CA50 specifically uses 1705 subcarriers and sends the data in small portions. When compared to using just one carrier signal, COFDM transmission is less susceptible to multipath errors, which occur when subcarrier signals are reflected by objects causing signal cancellation. Combined with the powerful ECC (Error Correction Coding) capability of the receiver, this wireless system can recover the entire signal in virtually any environment. What makes COFDM transmissions possible is that the subcarrier signals are orthogonal (or perpendicular to each other), and therefore, do not interfere with each other even though there are no guard bands between the 1705 frequencies. Diversity Reception For stable transmission between the receiver and transmitter, wireless systems are often set up using two separated independent tuners with their associated antennas located apart. This configuration is called a diversity reception system. The distance between the two antennas allows each tuner to receive a signal that has taken a different path, from which the signal with fewer dropouts is chosen. The WLL-RX55 receiver has integrated dual tuners and a diversity switcher to offer rocksteady diversity reception from one compact unit. Unlike some other systems that simply monitor the RF signal strength, the WLL-RX55 uses packet switching techniques so that the signal with the fewest errors is used. Time Interleave Used in conjunction with error-correcting codes, a data communication technique called time interleaving adds another level of signal integrity by reducing the number of burst errors. Essentially, time interleaving shuffles data bits before transmission, and then deshuffles the data bits at the receiver, making the transmission more robust and resilient to burst errors. The Sony wireless camera system employs three modes of time interleaving. WLL-RX55 front panel (an optional RM-B750 is attached) WLL-RX55 rear panel
Ease of Use Wireless Camera Control *2 Wireless camera control becomes possible when an appropriate Sony wireless microphone system is used in combination with the and WLL-RX55. In the Sony wireless camera system, camera control signals are converted to the audio spectrum and then transmitted over the wireless microphone frequency *3. An optional RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit or RCP-700 series Remote Control Panel connected to the WLL-RX55 is used to control the camera. The RM-B750 can be attached to the front panel of the WLL-RX55, allowing for smart integration. The RM-B750 color LCD panel provides picture-monitoring, for quick confirmation of signal integrity. Tally and intercom signals are also transmitted via the wireless microphone system. Cable-Free Connection This /CA50 Wireless Camera Transmitter is designed to dock easily onto the back of the camera or camcorder for a secure fit and a stable connection without the use of external cables. Flexible Channel Selector Changing channels is easy with the RF-channel selector. Operated from the menu, it enables you to choose between up to 7 channels *4. If fine-tuning is required, frequencies can also be adjusted in 1 MHz steps. Secure Encryption Key One concern broadcasters have with wireless technology is that other broadcasters might inadvertently pick up their transmissions. This concern can be set aside with the Sony wireless camera system, as it includes a secure encryption key that can be set so that only your own receivers can pick up your signal transmissions. User-Friendly Menu Since the /CA50 settings are menu driven, it is very easy to set frequencies and secure encryption codes or transmission streams as required. For further ease of use, a number of preset operating modes are available, which can be quickly selected by camera operators. An advanced menu allows customized selection of data rates, modulation type and various other parameters. In addition, the LCD displays status information and alarm messages, so you can constantly monitor the unit s performance. Low Power Consumption The consumes only 15 watts of power. When combined with the BVP-E10 series, more than two hours of continuous operation is possible using a BP-IL75 battery. The power consumption is also a very low 9 watts, allowing for longer operation. AC/DC Operation The WLL-RX55 is designed to operate on AC power and DC power. DC operation greatly expands system flexibility in field production truck applications. Versatile Antenna Unit Two antenna units supplied with the WLL-RX55 are equipped with a bright green LED that, when lit, signals to the user that the antenna is functioning properly. Also, because the antenna unit is equipped with a standard N-type connector, the supplied antenna can be replaced with your choice of alternative antennae. *2 Wireless camera control is only available using the and WLL-RX55 combination. *3 An optional WRR series wireless microphone tuner must be connected to the, and a WRT series wireless microphone transmitter should be connected to the WLL-RX55. *4 Six channels are supported in the United States and Canada.
MENU MIC INTERCOM CANCEL/ CHARACTER WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER OPTIAL ACCESSORIES RM-B750 Remote Control Unit RM-B150 Remote Control Unit RCP-750 Remote Control Panel RCP-751 Remote Control Panel WLL-BA50 Booster Amplifier (built-toorder) for antenna extension (required every 100 m)*5 BP- IL75 Li-ion Battery BP-M50/M100 Ni-MH Battery AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor AC-DN2B AC Adaptor WRR-855A/855B Wireless Microphone Receiver *5 Up to 3 booster amplifiers can be used in series for an additional 300 m extension. WRT-8B/822A/822B Wireless Microphone Transmitter EC-1.5CF Microphone Cable (SMC9-4P - XLR-3-pin) SYSTEM CFIGURATI Diversity Reception System (Camcorder) Video/audio signals DNW series DVW series MSW series PDW series 1 WLL-RX55
POWER MUTING UHF SYNTHESIZED TUNER UNIT WRR-855 CANCEL/ MENU CHARACTER MIC INTERCOM CANCEL/ MENU CHARACTER MIC INTERCOM AF RF BATT ATT CH + SET POWER LIGHT UHF SYNTHESIZED TRANSMITTER UNIT WRT-860 WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER WIRELESS CAMERA RECEIVER CANCEL/ MENU CHARACTER MIC INTERCOM FUNCTI MAINTE NANCE SCENE PAINT ALARM MEMORY STICK PANEL STANDARD MITOR TEST BARS CLOSE VTR ACTIVE START/STOP 5600K AUTO SKIN BLACK KNEE KNEE DETAIL GAMMA SATURATI AWB ABB WHITE ABS AUTO IRIS EXT BLACK IRIS/MB ACTIVE MASTER BLACK IRIS WIRELESS CAMERA REMOTE CTROL UNIT Diversity Reception System with Wireless Camera Control (Portable Camera) Tally/intercom signals Camera control signals WRR-855A/855B (can be slot-in) WRT-Series transmitter Video/audio signals BVP-E10 series BVP-950 series 1 WLL-RX55 + RM-B750 4-Channel Diversity Reception System (One Transmitter to Two WLL-RX55) from SG REFERENCE IN Video/audio signals 1 WLL-RX55 (sub) REFERENCE OUT STERAM OUT BVP-E10 series BVP-950 series or 1 STERAM IN DNW series DVW series MSW series PDW series REFERENCE IN to system WLL-RX55 (main)
SPECIFICATIS General Power requirements DC 12 V Power consumption 15 W 9 W Operating temperature -20 to +45 C (-4 to +113 F) 0 to +40 C (+32 to +104 F) Storage temperature -20 to +60 C (-4 to +140 F) Dimensions (W x H x D) 132 x 214 x 176 mm (5 1 /4 x 8 1 /2 x 7 inches) 97 x 209 x 152 mm (3 7 /8 x 8 1 /4 x 6 inches) Mass (excluding antenna) 2 kg (4 lb 7 oz) 1.2 kg (2 lb 10 oz) Compatible cameras/camcorders BVP-E10/E10P/E10WS/E10WSP/950/950P/570/570P/550/550P PDW-530/530P/510/510P, MSW-900/900P, DVW-790WS/790WSP/709WS/709WSP/707/707P/700WS/700WSP/700/700P, DNW-7/7P/9WS/9WSP/90/90P/90WS/90WSP RF block Transmission frequency range 2402 to 2470 MHz (USA and Canada) 2402 to 2474 MHz (USA and Canada) 2402 to 2482 MHz (Other countries) 2402 to 2482 MHz (Other countries) Transmission center frequency range 2406 to 2466 MHz (USA and Canada) 2406 to 2470 MHz (USA and Canada) 2406 to 2478 MHz (Other countries) 2406 to 2478 MHz (Other countries) Transmission mode Standard/Robust/High-picture/Standard-LD (low delay)/robust-ld (low delay) Standard/Robust/High-picture/Custom Minimum system delay* 2.3 frames 3 frames (Time interleave mode: off) The system delay is measured by and WLL-RX55 combination. The system delay is measured by and WLL-RX55 combination. Occupied bandwidth 8 MHz Channel spacing 12 MHz RF power output 40 mw (EIRP=100 mw) 40 mw (USA and Canada) (EIRP=100 mw) 4 mw (Other countries) (EIRP=10 mw) Antenna gain 4.0 dbi Antenna directivity Omni-directional Modulation 16QAM-COFDM, QPSK-COFDM Input/output Camera interface Digital component parallel 68-pin (for Sony digital camera) Digital component parallel 40-pin (for Sony camcorder) Analog component parallel 68-pin (for Sony analog camera) DC input XLR-4-pin (for the optional AC-550/550CE), DC 10.5 to 17 V DC output 4-pin (for wireless microphone receiver), 4-pin (for wireless microphone receiver), DC 10.5 to 17 V (Max. 200 ma) DC 10.5 to 17 V (Max. 300 ma) RF output N-type special connector, 50 Ω Video input BNC (SDI or analog composite), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω BNC (SDI), 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω Audio input (CH-1/CH-2) XLR-3-pin x 2 Intercom XLR-5-pin Earphone Mini jack Remote 8-pin Slot for wireless microphone receiver D-sub 15-pin Supplied accessories Transmission antenna (1), Operation manual (1) *The system delay spec varies by a maximum +1 frame when the WLL-RX55 is not receiving a Genlock signal or camera control functions are not being used. WLL-RX55 General Power requirements AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz or DC 12 V Power consumption 66 W Operating temperature 5 to 40 C (41 to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 to +60 C (-4 to +140 F) Dimensions (W x H x D) 200 x 127 x 365 mm (7 7 /8 x 5 x 14 3 /8 inches) Mass (excluding antenna) 5 kg (11 lb) Reception system Receiving center frequency range 2406 to 2478 MHz Occupied bandwidth 8 MHz Channel spacing 12 MHz Antenna gain 9.0 dbi Antenna directivity 60 Modulation 16QAM-COFDM, QPSK-COFDM IF center frequency 326 to 398 MHz IF input connector N-type special connector x 2, 50 Ω IF output connector N type special connector x 2, 50 Ω, loop through Input/output Bitstream input Data format DVB-ASI Connector BNC x 2, 75 Ω Bitstream output Data format DVB-ASI Connector BNC x 2, 75 Ω Sync signal input Reference input BNC x 2, VBS/BS: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, loop through Digital signal output SDI/ASI output Analog signal output Video 1 Video 2 Video 3 PIX WF WF mode Audio output Other input/output DC input DC output Remote Intercom/Tally/Program Mic remote Intercom (front) Camera control Supplied accessories BNC x 3, transmission cable length: max. 200 m SDI: 4:2:2 component serial digital (270 Mb/s), 0.8 Vp-p, 75 Ω ASI: DVB-ASI, EN50083-9 (DVB-PI-232 Revised TM Rev.2) Transmission mode: Data-packet mode (188 bytes) BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω BNC, Encode output: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω 4-pin XLR-3-pin x 2, 0 dbu/-20 dbu balanced XLR-4-pin (for the optional AC-550/550CE), DC 10.5 to 17 V 4-pin (for wireless microphone transmitter) (Max. 200 ma) 8-pin D-sub 25-pin, 4W/RTS, Tally: DC 24 V, TTL level, or contact selectable D-sub 15-pin XLR-5-pin XLR-3-pin Reception antenna (2), Down converter (2), Mounting bracket (2), Mounting screw: M3 (4)/M4 (8), Coaxial cable with N-type connectors (10 m) (2), 4-pin connector (1), Fasten belt (10), Camera number plate (1 set), Operation manual (1), WLL-RX55 Lead-free solder is used for soldering certain parts. Halogenated flame retardants are not used in the printed wiring boards. Distributed by 2004 Sony Corporation. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited. Features and specifications are subject to change without notice. All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate. Sony is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation. Digital Betacam, Betacam SX, MPEG IMX, and XDCAM are trademarks of Sony Corporation. MK10100V2IW04MAR Printed in Japan on recycled paper