Sabyasachi Patra
23-01-2015, 01:22 PM
Australian microphone maker RODE has announced an interesting wireless system named as RodeLink Wireless Filmmaker Kit.
This wireless microphone system operates in the Series II 2.4 GHz band and can be used worldwide at this frequency. Unlike Sennheiser and the higher end Lectrosonics, which can only operate on different frequencies in different countries thereby limiting their use, the Rode system can be used worldwide. Hence as a filmmaker you can now carry your wireless microphone system abroad for use.
The RodeLink Wireless Filmmaker Kit also uses 128 bit encryption which is sent on two channels simultaneously. It provides 24bit/44.1K signal over 100meters. It is also USB as well as AA battery powered.
Unlike my Sennheiser G3, it has got internal antenna. So another botheration of packing will be over as the antenna of my Sennheiser G3 kit needs more space. The transmitter as well as receiver weigh 190 gms each.
A broadcast quality lavalier microphone is also included in the kit. The price mentioned in 399 usd. It costs considerably less than my Sennheiser G3 kit. It would be available in mid march.
This kit will surely be added to my audio equipment the moment it is available.
Detailed Specifications of the Rodelink Wireless Filmmaker Kit
Transmission type
2.4GHz Fixed Frequency Agile System
System dynamic range
112dB
Range (distance)
100m
Frequency range
35Hz - 22kHz
Maximum output level
1v Rms (2.8v P-p)
Max input signal level
1v Rms (2.8v P-p)
Max latency
4ms
Receiver (RX-CAM)
Power source
2 X AA Battery Or MicroUSB
Antenna
Internal
Output connection
3.5mm TRS Locking Jack Socket - Dual Mono
Output impedance
300Ω
Dimensions
111mm X 65mm X 52mm
Weight
190gm
Transmitter (TX-BELT)
Power source
2 X AA Battery Or MicroUSB
Antenna
Internal
Output connection
3.5mm TRS Locking Jack Socket
Output impedance
10kΩ
Dimensions
111mm X 65mm X 40mm
Weight
190gm
Lavalier
Acoustic Principle
Pressure Gradient
Active Electronics
JFET impedance converter
Capsule
0.10"
Address Type
End
Frequency Range
60Hz - 18kHz
Output Impedance
3000Ω
Maximum SPL
110dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
Maximum Output Level
189.0dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load
Sensitivity
-33.5dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (21.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted)
25dB-A
Weight
1.00gm
Dimensions
12.00mmH x 4.50mmW x 4.50mmD
Warranty
10 year warranty
This wireless microphone system operates in the Series II 2.4 GHz band and can be used worldwide at this frequency. Unlike Sennheiser and the higher end Lectrosonics, which can only operate on different frequencies in different countries thereby limiting their use, the Rode system can be used worldwide. Hence as a filmmaker you can now carry your wireless microphone system abroad for use.
The RodeLink Wireless Filmmaker Kit also uses 128 bit encryption which is sent on two channels simultaneously. It provides 24bit/44.1K signal over 100meters. It is also USB as well as AA battery powered.
Unlike my Sennheiser G3, it has got internal antenna. So another botheration of packing will be over as the antenna of my Sennheiser G3 kit needs more space. The transmitter as well as receiver weigh 190 gms each.
A broadcast quality lavalier microphone is also included in the kit. The price mentioned in 399 usd. It costs considerably less than my Sennheiser G3 kit. It would be available in mid march.
This kit will surely be added to my audio equipment the moment it is available.
Detailed Specifications of the Rodelink Wireless Filmmaker Kit
Transmission type
2.4GHz Fixed Frequency Agile System
System dynamic range
112dB
Range (distance)
100m
Frequency range
35Hz - 22kHz
Maximum output level
1v Rms (2.8v P-p)
Max input signal level
1v Rms (2.8v P-p)
Max latency
4ms
Receiver (RX-CAM)
Power source
2 X AA Battery Or MicroUSB
Antenna
Internal
Output connection
3.5mm TRS Locking Jack Socket - Dual Mono
Output impedance
300Ω
Dimensions
111mm X 65mm X 52mm
Weight
190gm
Transmitter (TX-BELT)
Power source
2 X AA Battery Or MicroUSB
Antenna
Internal
Output connection
3.5mm TRS Locking Jack Socket
Output impedance
10kΩ
Dimensions
111mm X 65mm X 40mm
Weight
190gm
Lavalier
Acoustic Principle
Pressure Gradient
Active Electronics
JFET impedance converter
Capsule
0.10"
Address Type
End
Frequency Range
60Hz - 18kHz
Output Impedance
3000Ω
Maximum SPL
110dB SPL (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load)
Maximum Output Level
189.0dBu (@ 1kHz, 1% THD into 1KΩ load
Sensitivity
-33.5dB re 1 Volt/Pascal (21.00mV @ 94 dB SPL) +/- 2 dB @ 1kHz
Equivalent Noise Level (A-weighted)
25dB-A
Weight
1.00gm
Dimensions
12.00mmH x 4.50mmW x 4.50mmD
Warranty
10 year warranty