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With highly refined software, new wireless radios, and a redesigned chassis, these new models are the most reliable and capable monitoring solutions we have ever built. Metadata and timecode support, 3D LUTs, dual inputs/outputs, multicast capable, manual frequency selection and USB 3.0 GRAB Engine are all included on these new models but with the following new features:
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Longer Range Transmit visually lossless |
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20MHz Channels Use more than twice as many Bolts in one location or avoid interference like never before. |
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2 New DFS Channels Operate interference-free |
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20% Smaller Chassis Not just smaller, but lighter too, allowing these models to integrate into any rig unnoticed. |
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Individual Identity Easily identify which Bolt |
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Rapid Reconnection Reconnect times during a dropped link are now instantaneous once you move back into range. |
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Built-In HDMI to SDI Converter Perfect for use with MoVI and other gimbals, Bolt’s TX has a built-in HDMI to SDI converter, allowing you to connect both your on-camera monitor and video source via the same device. |
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More Robust Than Ever Before Reach your Bolt’s full range |
Bolt Pro 500 3G-SDI Video TX
Video Inputs
- • 1 x 75 Ohm BNC
Video Outputs
- • 1 x 75 Ohm BNC (Loop-out)
Sdi Ancillary Data Support
- • Supports transmitting metadata, timecode, and start/stop flags from certain camera manufacturers. Please refer to:
- • https://support.teradek.com/hc/en-us/articles/217446087
Usb30 Grab Engine Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Inputoutput Summary
- • 3G-SDI & HDMI
Color Sampling
- • SDI: YCbCr 4:2:2, 10-bit (8-bit when format conversion is enabled)
Tx Hdmi Sdi Converter Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Latency Summary
- • <0.001 seconds
Delay Tx To Rx
- • <0.001sec (when no video format conversion is enabled)
Video Inputs
- • 1 x 75 Ohm BNC
Video Outputs
- • 1 x 75 Ohm BNC (Loop-out)
Sdi Ancillary Data Support
- • Supports transmitting metadata, timecode, and start/stop flags from certain camera manufacturers. Please refer to:
- • https://support.teradek.com/hc/en-us/articles/217446087
Usb30 Grab Engine Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Inputoutput Summary
- • 3G-SDI & HDMI
Color Sampling
- • SDI: YCbCr 4:2:2, 10-bit (8-bit when format conversion is enabled)
Tx Hdmi Sdi Converter Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Latency Summary
- • <0.001 seconds
Delay Tx To Rx
- • <0.001sec (when no video format conversion is enabled)
Supported Resolutions
- • 1080p 23.98/24/25/29.97/30/50/59.94/60
- • 1080psf23.98/24/25/29.97/30
- • 1080i50/59.94/60
- • 720p50/59.94/60
- • 480p59.94/576p50 (via HDMI ports only)
- • 480i(NTSC)/576i(PAL)
Video Compression
- • visually lossless
Color Correction
- • CDL/1024 1D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
- • 33x33x33 3D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
Audio Compression
- • 48kHz 24-bit PCM
Audio Input
- • Embedded Audio Input
Size Tx Summary
- • ~bold~24 x 66 x 102 mm
Dimensions
- • 1"x2.6"x4.0"(24mmx66mmx102.1mm)
Weight Tx Rx Summary
- • ~bold~217g / 299g
Weight
- • 7.6oz(217g)
Construction
- • Milled Aluminum(Chassis) and regulation-compliant PCB
- • Plastic Cap
Http
- • None
Configuration Interfaces
- • None
Switches
- • On/Off and Reset Switch
Desktop App
- • Feature-rich Bolt Manager Application for OSX & Windows
Usb Interface Functionality
- • Upgrade via Mini-USB
Network -
Wireless
- • Non-DFS Frequencies:
- • US: 5.19 ~ 5.23 GHz and 5.755 ~ 5.795 GHz
- • EU & JP: 5.19 ~ 5.23 GHz
- • DFS Frequencies:
- • US: 5.27 ~ 5.55 GHz and 5.67 GHz
- • EU & JP: 5.27 ~ 5.67 GHz
Rf Channel Selection
- • Auto only (NOT configurable)
Encryption
- • AES-128
Rf Power
- • 17dBm EIRP
Range Summary
- • ~bold~500 ft
Range
- • Up to 500ft line of sight
Multicast Summary
- • Up to 4 RX
Unicast Multicast
- • Unicast / Multicast
Noise Rejection
- • Can coexist with WiFi and 5GHz cordless phones
Rapid Reconnect Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Number Of40 Mhz Channels Summary
- • ~bold~11
Power Input
- • 2-Pin Connector 7-28 VDC
Battery
- • None
Nominal Power Consumption
- • 7.3 Watts (Measured at 1080p60)
Operating Temperature
- • 0 ~ 40 deg-C
Mountability
- • Multiple mounting options with 1/4" holes
Gen1 Sidekick Compatible Summary
- • ~x~
Metadata Support Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Bolt Pro 500 - 3G-SDI Video RX
Video Outputs
- • 1 x 75 Ohm BNC
- • 1 x USB 3.0 micro B receptacle
- • 1 x Type A receptacle HDMI
Sdi Ancillary Data Support
- • Supports transmitting metadata, timecode, and start/stop flags from certain camera manufacturers. Please refer to:
- • https://support.teradek.com/hc/en-us/articles/217446087
Usb30 Grab Engine Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Inputoutput Summary
- • 3G-SDI & HDMI
Color Sampling
- • SDI: YCbCr 4:2:2, 10-bit (8-bit when format conversion is enabled)
Tx Hdmi Sdi Converter Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Latency Summary
- • <0.001 seconds
Delay Tx To Rx
- • <0.001sec (when no video format conversion is enabled)
Resolution Frame Rate Summary
- • 1080p60
Video Processing -
Video Compression
- • visually lossless
Test Pattern Generator Support
- • Custom output formatted test pattern over HDMI and SDI.
Color Correction
- • CDL/1024 1D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
- • 33x33x33 3D LUT (supports 10-bit color)
Audio Processing -
Audio Compression
- • 48kHz 24-bit PCM
Inputs -
Audio Input
- • Embedded Audio Input
Physical -
Size Tx Summary
- • ~bold~24 x 66 x 102 mm
Dimensions
- • 1.0" x 3.5" x 5.8" (25.2 x 88.9 x 146.5mm)
Weight Tx Rx Summary
- • ~bold~217g / 299g
Weight
- • 10.5oz(299g)
Construction
- • Milled Aluminum(Chassis) and regulation-compliant PCB
- • Plastic Cap
Http
- • None
Configuration Interfaces
- • No OLED Screen
- • There is an OSD that appears on the Video Output which can be controlled with the Menu Joystick
Switches
- • On/Off and Reset Switch
Desktop App
- • Feature-rich Bolt Manager Application for OSX & Windows
Usb Interface Functionality
- • Upgrade via Mini-USB
Network -
Wireless
- • Non-DFS Frequencies:
- • US: 5.19 ~ 5.23 GHz and 5.755 ~ 5.795 GHz
- • EU & JP: 5.19 ~ 5.23 GHz
- • DFS Frequencies:
- • US: 5.27 ~ 5.55 GHz and 5.67 GHz
- • EU & JP: 5.27 ~ 5.67 GHz
Rf Channel Selection
- • Auto only (NOT configurable)
Encryption
- • AES-128
Rf Power
- • 15dBm EIRP
Range Summary
- • ~bold~500 ft
Range
- • Up to 500ft line of sight
Multicast Summary
- • Up to 4 RX
Unicast Multicast
- • Unicast / Multicast
Noise Rejection
- • Can coexist with WiFi and 5GHz cordless phones
Rapid Reconnect Summary
- • ~checkmark~
Number Of40 Mhz Channels Summary
- • ~bold~11
Power -
Power Input
- • 2-Pin Connector 7-28 VDC
Battery
- • None
Nominal Power Consumption
- • 9 Watts (Measured at 1080p60)
Operating Temperature
- • 0 ~ 40 deg-C
General -
Mountability
- • Multiple mounting options with 1/4" holes
Gen1 Sidekick Compatible Summary
- • ~x~
Metadata Support Summary
- • ~checkmark~
What's in the Box
Comes with a 1 Bolt Pro 500 3G-SDI/HDMI Transmitter AND 1 Bolt 500 3G-SDI/HDMI Receiver
General
- 2 x SDI BNC to BNC 10in Cable
Transmitter
- 1 x 2-pin Connector to PowerTap 18 inch Cable
- 1 x Hot Shoe Adapter (1/4"-20 inch)
- 1 x SDI BNC to BNC 10in Cable
Receiver
- 1 x Thumb Screw 1.25 inch length (1/4"-20 inch)
- 1 x Lightstand Adapter (1/4"-20 inch)
- 1 x SDI (BNC to BNC) Cable 10 inch
- 1 x USB 3.0 Cable A to Micro B (3ft Length)
- 1 x PSU 2-Pin Connector to 18W AC Adapter 6ft cable
- 1 x 1-Year Warranty
- 2 x HDMI Type A to Type A 12in Cable
- 2 x SDI BNC to BNC 10in Cable
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