New Products from Argosy at IBC 2007

August 30, 2007

Source: Argosy

Argosy, leading international suppliers of HD broadcast cables and studio infrastructure products has announced that it will be introducing new ranges of products at IBC 2007, including the latest version of its equipment rack, MDUs, camera leads, a changeover switcher and a array of video accessories. Leading the way in HD transition, Argosy is best known for its IMAGE range of HD video cables that is installed in broadcast, transmission and post production houses around the world.

For the first time at IBC 2007 (stand no. 10.455), Argosy will be displaying the latest additions to its range including the following:

Argosy Mark IV equipment rack is the latest evolution of Argosy’s equipment rack range offering a greatly increased cable tray capacity. With broadcast equipment getting smaller this new rack allows more to be accommodated in individual racks while greatly increasing cabling capacity.

The rack is available with depths of 800mm, 900mm and 1000mm. In the 800mm depth version, a total cable tray width of 1200mm can be achieved. This allows greater flexibility during the installation and wiring stages as well as an even distribution of weight. This additional space also ensures greater airspace for cooling purposes. The intermediate mounting profile is adjustable, ensuring additional flexibility, saving time and reducing installation costs.

The standard rack is supplied by Arogsy “dressed” however there is now an increased range of “custom” options and accessories which enable the user to maximise efficiency while reducing overall costs.

Like its predecessor, model Mark III which is still available from Argosy, the Mark VI equipment rack is competitively priced and offers robustness, rigidity, high quality, various finishes and colours, and a complete range of accessories enabling the user to customise for any specific application.

At IBC Argosy will also introduce its new 14-way MDU. The main advantages of this unit are its 2 X 20amp inputs which increases the unit’s power capability up to 40 amperes. Each of the 14 circuits is fused and it has two illuminated switches to isolate one or the other inputs. This unit has been added to the existing popular range which includes Argosy’s MDU-12L , MDU-12Ls and MDU-12P 12 way, sequential and Powercon units. A single input version of the 14-way MDU is also available.

In addition Argosy will introduce its SMPTE 311 Hybrid Camera leads. Argosy is now stocking pre-terminated fibre/copper hybrid camera cables in various lengths up to 300 metres. Utilising LEMO cable and connectors, the cables are terminated and tested with the latest LEMO male and female connectors. The LEMO connection system is proved to be the “de facto” standard for studio and stadium installations as well as outside broadcast applications. Argosy has a large inventory of these leads as well as a quick turn-around repair service for field damaged cables.

Also supporting the HD transition is the ISIS HD-212 2x2 SD/HD/ASI Critical Path Changeover Switcher which auto-detects the SD, HD, or ASI signal presence on both its ‘A’ and ‘B’ inputs, and transfers to the offline input upon failure of the primary feed. The unit is ideal for use in network, transmitter inputs, or satellite and cable head end operations. It is fully compliant with all SMPTE and ITU serial digital video signals up to and including 1.4835Gbps. The 1RU rack enclosure can house up to two processor boards and two power supplies. The optional Ethernet core processor used for networked monitoring and control is easily loaded onto the main processor board.

Argosy is the international distributor for a new range of accessories manufactured by UK company LEN, the leading specialist in passive signal enhancement. The new range to be launched at IBC comprises of useful “gizmo” accessories, including: Video Hum Eliminator, Video Isolation Transformer, SDI Splitters, HD-SDI Splitters, SDI Isolation Transformers - all of which are passive, thus requiring no outside power source, plus an HD – SDI Relay which requires a 5VDC power source to activate the relay. Small in size and economical, these units are very useful for studio and OB applications.

Argosy will also display its most popular range of IMAGE HD video cables. Surpassing the requirements of SMPTE 292M, the IMAGE range has been used in international HD systems for many years and has one of the most enviable track records in the industry. Engineers and systems designers have found the Argosy IMAGE range to be the ideal overall solution for all types of installations – whether large or small. IMAGE cables are designed to maximise operational bandwidth while offering the lowest possible return and attenuation loss. With its international reputation for superb quality, IMAGE combines reliability and durability with consistent high performance.

About Argosy

Argosy has over 23 years solid experience in advising and supplying studio installation products such as cabling, connectivity solutions, equipment racking, cable management & patching and is recognised as a leading international distributor and expert in this field. Argosy has customers in many countries and has become a “one-stop-shop” for installers of projects from very small to very large. For more information, please go to www.argosycable.com

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