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Roam Further With Clear-Com's
Freespeak II DECT Intercoms
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lear-Com recently launched
its FreeSpeak II DECT-based
wireless intercom system.
FreeSpeak II builds on its
predecessor's success with
extended roaming capability,
improved wireless connections
and superior digital 'Clear-Com
Sound' for clear intelligibility and
audio comfort.
Operating in multiple licence-free
frequency bands - 1.897-1.933GHz
- FreeSpeak II was designed to allow
large numbers of wireless beltpack
users to simultaneously roam
across an expansive production
area without compromising
on performance.
It can be implemented as a
standalone base station wireless
system or as an integrated wireless
solution within Eclipse HX matrices,
known as FreeSpeak II Integra.
Among the ﬁrst installations of
the new FreeSpeak II system are
the BBC's Belfast and Londonderry
sites, with many other FreeSpeak
II installations taking place
around the world.
FreeSpeak II leverages the existing
base station from its predecessor
that has been updated to work with
the new beltpacks and new Active
Antennas. When using the base
station, up to 20 full-duplex wireless
beltpacks can be connected; in an

integrated matrix setup, as many
as 50 full-duplex wireless beltpacks
can be used at the same time by
strategically placing ten or more
distributed remote antennas to
create an expansive coverage zone.
These beltpack users are then able
to directly communicate with any
other remote or local matrix panel
or other wireless or wired beltpack
user who is on the Eclipse HX Matrix
System network.
The new ﬁve-channel, full-duplex
FS II-BP wireless beltpack was
designed for the rigorous demands
of large-scale operations and
continuous communication use.
Ergonomically positioned controls,
intuitive operation and IP-65 rated
rugged housing make the beltpack
ideal for extended use under harsh

conditions. The Li-Ion battery for the
beltpack can last over 18 hours on
a full charge. Beltpack operations
including battery health, RF status
and Antenna link can be monitored
in real-time via the base station or
Eclipse HX version 7.6 software.
The Active Antenna for FreeSpeak
II was also redesigned to provide
more reliable and improved cellular
roaming capability that keeps
wireless users connected to the base
station or to the Integra Solution.

Locally powered antennas can
be positioned up to 3,200ft away
or 800ft away when centrally
powered from the base station.
Five way Antenna Splitters extend
the base station to create an
expansive coverage area with up
to 10 antennas.
FreeSpeak II beltpack users
appreciate the highly intelligible and
digitally clear 'Clear-Com Sound'
at 7kHz 'commentator' audio
bandwidth. This level of sound
quality offers excellent audio
experience and reduces the
strain on the user's ears after
extended usage.

FreeSpeak II allows large numbers of wireless beltpack users to simultaneously roam

Glidecam Introduces VistaTrack Smooth Camera Sliders
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lidecam has introduced
VistaTracks that allow supersmooth camera movements which
are accurate and vibration free,
greatly increasing the value of
productions.
VistaTracks are both a combined,
miniature linear track and dolly
system that are made in the USA
to professional standards with
precision components.
The Glidecam VistaTrack 10-series
are designed for cameras up to 10lbs,
the Glidecam VistaTrack 30-series
support cameras up to 30lbs, and
the Glidecam VistaTrack 200 is a
heavy-duty system designed for
cameras up to 200 lbs.
The VistaTrack 10-48 includes
two Quick Release plates, one for
mounting the camera and the other
for attaching the system to a single
set of tripod legs. To attach the
system to two tripods an additional
tripod mount is required which is
available to purchase as an option.
When attached to two tripods
for added stability the VistaTrack

10-48 can be used with cameras
weighing up to 30lbs.
The VistaTrack 10-48 has a 48"
long track, and is also available in
24" and 36" lengths.
The two Quick Release Plates
included are compatible with
most ¼"-20 and 3/8"-16 mounting
applications.
The bearings are integrally sealed,
double-row ball bearings that are
lubricated for life.
The bearing slider assembly
is equipped with wiper seals to
maintain smooth operation in tough
surroundings.
The VistaTrack 30-48 can be used
with cameras weighing up to 30lbs
when attached to a single tripod or
when using its integrated adjustable
legs. The VistaTrack 30-48 can be
used with cameras weighing up to
60lbs when attached to two tripods
for added stability.
The VistaTrack 30-48 is a dual
track system with a tripod mounting
plate and a tripod head mounting
plate. To attach the system to

two tripods an additional tripod
mounting plate is required which
is available to purchase as an
option. The VistaTrack 30-48 is also
available in 24" and 36" lengths.
The mounting plates are
compatible with most ¼"-20 and
3/8"-16 mounting applications.
The Glidecam VistaTrack 200-48
is a heavy-duty, linear track and
dolly system can be used with

cameras weighing up to 200lbs.
A complete portable system with
folding telescopic legs that eliminate
the need for tripods, the unit has two
handles and two wheels for easy
transportation.
It includes one mounting plate
with a 100mm Bowl. A 75mm bowl
adapter is available for purchase
as an option.

Glidecam's VistaTrack 10-48 can support 10lbs in the single tripod
configuration

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