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Vaxis ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit (SDI/HDMI)

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Vaxis ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit (SDI/HDMI)
Key Features
  • 1 x Transmitter and 1 x Receiver
  • Up to 500' Line of Sight
  • Supports up to 1080p H.265 Video
  • SDI/HDMI Input/Outputs
Sporting both 3G-SDI and HDMI connections, the ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit from Vaxis enables transmitting visually lossless, H.265 video signals to the Vaxis receiver with less than 80 ms latency. The transmitter sends a powerful line-of-sight signal up to 500' and it can also multicast via Wi-Fi to up to three mobile devices for monitoring.
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Vaxis Atom 500 SDI Overview

Sporting both 3G-SDI and HDMI connections, the ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit from Vaxis enables transmitting visually lossless, H.265 video signals to the Vaxis receiver with less than 80 ms latency. The transmitter sends a powerful line-of-sight signal up to 500' and it can also multicast via Wi-Fi to up to three mobile devices for monitoring.

The transmitter features one 3G-SDI and one HDMI input while the receiver has one 3G-SDI and one HDMI output. Each unit features a bright, clear OLED display and they have a cooling fan that can be turned on and off to prevent noise during your production. They can be powered using its USB Type-C connector with the included cable or by using a separately available L-series battery. The USB input can also be used to upgrade the firmware.

Transmitter and receiver kit transmits 1080p wireless video up to 500' line of sight
Transmit H.265 video with very-low latency
Transmitter features one 3G-SDI and one HDMI input, and the receiver features one 3G-SDI and one HDMI output
Units are powered by either a USB Type-C power source or by using an L-series battery on its integrated plate
Multicast support for transmitting video via Wi-Fi to up to three iOS devices running the Vaxis Vision app
Adjustable cooling fan that can be turned on and off
Bright OLED screen
Lightweight metal housing; both units are the same size with integrated antennas
Large menu buttons are easier to press than on the HDMI only model
The unit's temperature screen can read out in Fahrenheit
A long press on the right menu button displays a WQR code, which makes it simpler to connect your phone/app to control the units
The unit supports manual and automatic channel scanning

Vaxis Atom 500 SDI Specs

Wireless
Wireless Range
500' / 152.4 m (Line-of-Sight)
# of Channels
13
Frequency Range
US: 5.1 to 5.9 GHz
Latency
< 80 ms
RF Power
17 dBm
RF Sensitivity
-80 dBm
Wireless Video Compression
Compressed
Interfaces
Transmitter Video Connectors
1x BNC (3G-SDI / HD-SDI / SD-SDI) Input
1x HDMI (HDMI 1.4) Input
Receiver Video Connectors
1x BNC (3G-SDI / HD-SDI / SD-SDI) Output
1x HDMI Output
Embedded Audio
SDI: 2-Channel
HDMI: 2-Channel
Format Support
Broadcast System Compatibility
NTSC, PAL
Video Format
SDI/BNC:
1080p at 25, 29.97, 30, 50, 59.94, 60 fps
1080i at 50, 59.94 fps
720p at 60 fps
HDMI:
1080p at 24, 25, 30, 50, 60 fps
1080i at 50, 60 fps
720p at 60 fps
Timecode Support
Yes
LUT Support
No
Display
Transmitter Panel Type
OLED
Receiver Panel Type
OLED
Power
Transmitter Battery Support
1x Sony L-Series / NP-F Type
Receiver Battery Support
1x Sony L-Series / NP-F Type
Transmitter Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Receiver Power I/O
1x USB-C Input
Transmitter Power Consumption
Device: 5 VDC (6.5 W)
Receiver Power Consumption
Device: 5 VDC
General
Materials
Metal
Transmitter Dimensions
4.13 x 2.5 x 0.79" / 10.5 x 6.35 x 2 cm
Receiver Dimensions
4.13 x 2.5 x 0.79" / 10.5 x 6.35 x 2 cm
Transmitter Weight
4.7 oz / 134 g
Receiver Weight
4.6 oz / 130 g
Packaging Info
Package Weight
1.215 lb
Box Dimensions (LxWxH)
7 x 4.6 x 2.9"

Vaxis Atom 500 SDI Reviews

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Can I inter switch HDMI/SDI input/output(e.g HDMI ...

Can I inter switch HDMI/SDI input/output(e.g HDMI in to SDI out) Does it also allow using both input at same time.
Asked by: Opemipo
The SDI and HDMI support different frame rates and format. Only one may be used at one time.
Answered by: Bruno
Date published: 2020-12-16

Does it transmit audio and video together

Does it transmit audio and video together
Asked by: Justin
The signal on the Vaxis ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit (SDI/HDMI) regardless of SDI or HDMI carries both the audio and video together.
Answered by: Jonathan S
Date published: 2022-09-18

What's the transmission frequency?

What's the transmission frequency?
Asked by: Robert
US: 5.1 to 5.9 GHz
Answered by: hectorm
Date published: 2021-09-01

I can't find the Vaxis app download? does it ...

I can't find the Vaxis app download? does it exists anymore?
Asked by: William Giles
An app for the Vaxis ATOM 500 SDI Wireless Video Transmitter and Receiver Kit (SDI/HDMI), can be found here, on the Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.shierda.vaxis&amp;gl=US
Answered by: ericsc
Date published: 2023-04-26

if tx is using hdmi, could rx transmit via sdi?

if tx is using hdmi, could rx transmit via sdi?
Asked by: Brenda
The RX could output via SDI or HDMI.
Answered by: Nick Y
Date published: 2023-12-06

Does this support 4:2:2 10 Bit?

Does this support 4:2:2 10 Bit?
Asked by: Andrew
Yes it will support standard 1080p bit depths and frame rates
Answered by: Sean
Date published: 2021-01-25

Hello, can I use multiple receivers with one ...

Hello, can I use multiple receivers with one transmitter?
Asked by: Vy
The Vaxis ATOM 500 will connect to one receiver and a mobile device.
Answered by: Peterm
Date published: 2022-08-23

Does this transmit timecode?

Does this transmit timecode?
Asked by: Philipp
Yes, this will support timecode.
Answered by: Dennis L
Date published: 2021-02-28
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