EoW January 2012

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Draka, part of the Prysmian Group, has announced that its Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast solution has further extended its versatility to offer true 3G HD quality capability at a conservative transmission distance of 1,700m. The latest Draka Triax HD Pro+ Broadcast solution has been tested and approved by leading international video equipment manufacturers and broadcasting companies. In 2010, Draka and Fischer Connectors launched an integrated Triax HD cable and connector system, which won the ‘Best of IBC2010’ award for innovation and cost- effectiveness. With the involvement of camera manufacturer Grass Valley, the partners have pushed Triax limits to a record certified 1,700m, with the possibility of much longer distances through the use of a repeater. “With our matched components approach we continue to extend the limits of Triax connectivity solutions,” said Oli Hentschel, Draka product manager and studio broadcast specialist. Draka sees that the future for Triax HD technology is to combine highly reliable signal performance with even longer transmission distances, offering a plug-and-play, camera crew-friendly solution. Draka and Fischer Connectors introduced the Triax HD Pro+ solution to Grass Valley in 2011. With Grass Valley’s model LDK 8000 3G they also achieved outstanding performance values over cable lengths exceeding 1,500m. In order to achieve useable cable lengths for today’s outdoor broadcasts, either 1080i production or for upcoming HD 1080p standards, special qualities are demanded from the Triax equipment. From a design viewpoint, this means developing innovative variations of 3G-Triax adapters, Triax cables and Triax plugs. Triax 11 HD Pro+ camera cable is optimised for 3G broadcast applications under extreme conditions. It connects camera and CCU and offers an optimum transmission quality based on low attenuation, lowest DC resistance (even over long distances), a long life span and a minimal weight. The cable is designed with a universal jacket that is flame retardant and halogen-free, and suitable for in-house and outdoor applications. Draka Holding NV – The Netherlands Going the record distance

Fax : +31 20 56 89 899 Email : info@draka.com Website : www.draka.com Fischer Connectors – Switzerland Fax : +41 21 800 39 24 Email : mail@fischerconnectors.ch Website : www.fischerconnectors.com

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