Hot on the heels of the launch of HelixNet, I thought it would be appropriate to share my thoughts on the general ‘digitisation’ of communications equipment, and why I feel that the current generation of kit is so exciting. The transition from traditional analogue equipment to digital systems has been an interesting journey, where I have often felt that core principles were often not given the priorities that they deserved. For me, these core principles are: Simplicity – Somebody speaks, ...

Where has Clear-Com been installed around the world? Check out some of our installations from 2009! Here are some of my favorites: Photo Credit: Wikimedia.org Located at a shipyard (yes, a shipyard!) in the center of Berlin, die Fernsehwerft handles the production needs for some of Germany's biggest broadcasters, including MTV Germany and ProSiebenSat.1. As an independent production company and full service provider, it offers a comprehensive portfolio of services in  television ...

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Proper antenna placement is the most important factor in maximizing RF performance. Whether using a Tempest BaseStation with one or two antennas or a remote transceiver, correct antenna placement can mean the difference between acceptable or great RF performance. Place antennas above head level, away from metal obstructions. Position  omni-directional antennas in the center of the coverage area. Set directional antennas on the edge of the coverage area pointing across it. When using a ...