Europe - Launched at IBC 2024, the Sub-GHz BodyWave antenna promises notable increases in wireless range and reliability of signal in a form factor designed specifically to be compatible with virtually all body-worn UHF transmitter packs.
Raycom, a supplier of pro-audio solutions for TV and film production and AntennaWare, a developer of antenna technology, have announced the arrival of BodyWave for body-worn UHF wireless microphone transmitters.
AntennaWare’s patented BodyWave antenna technology is a body-worn antenna specially designed for challenging RF environments, and this partnership brings the extended range and reliability credentials of BodyWave technology into the Sub-Ghz bandwidth for the first time – and in a form factor that works alongside current UHF transmitter packs for film and TV production.
CEO of Raycom, and RF guru, Pyers Easton states: “The use of BodyWave in this new antenna can be the ultimate get-out-of-jail card. Reliable audio transmission is vital to avoid costly delays in production. This clever little antenna works with the body rather than fighting against it, also preventing the huge losses when the TX antenna is on the ‘wrong’ side of the wearer relative to the receiver. The peace of mind provided from BodyWave will be welcomed in the film and TV industry the world over.”
Commercial director of Raycom, Andy Clements, says: “Raycom continually looks for creative advances in technology that will enhance production workflow whilst not breaking budgets. BodyWave is the perfect match for this ethos.”
CEO of AntennaWare, Gareth Conway comments: “We are delighted to partner with Raycom for this application and have BodyWave used in these highly prestigious applications. We met at IBC 2023 and quickly realised the massive benefits for these mission critical applications.”
