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RF over Fiber
As working sound professionals, we all know the challenges and complexities of both
cart placement and RF/signal management. Finding the perfect spot to place a sound
cart can be a delicate balance between being close enough to properly record the scene
and remain an integral part of the filmmaking process, yet far enough away that
you're not constantly having to move each time a new angle is filmed. Adding distance
between the cart and set brings new challenges, thanks to ever shrinking available
frequencies. While remoting antennas has gained in popularity via CAT 5/Dante, and
wireless transmission for video remains popular, they require purchasing Dante-
enabled gear or competing with other wireless equipment. RF over Fiber (RFoF) can
work with any existing setup, and I'm a firm believer that adopting RFoF could be a
game changer for our profession. It's been used in the military and broadcasting for
years and as the technology matures, the price has come down enough to be adopted
by individual owner-operators.
by Delroy Leon Cornick Jr.
