Shimbol has just released an interesting HDMI-only wireless video system: the TP Mini. This compact system has a maximum transmission range of 600ft/182m, a latency of 70ms, and is powered via Sony NP-F batteries or USB-C. So, let’s take a closer look at this very affordable system! Chinese manufacturer Shimbol is relatively new in the filmmaking market, as they started releasing products in 2022 with their ZO600M wireless monitor. The company specializes in affordable video-monitoring products, including monitors and wireless monitors. Shimbol is now entering the wireless video market with the TP Mini, which comes at a very aggressive price tag of only $89. The Shimbol TP Mini. Image credit: Shimbol Shimbol TP Mini – features The Shimbol TP Mini system consists of one wireless video transmitter and receiver that measure 103 x 63.5 x 16mm/4.05 x 2.48 x 0.62in and weighs 113g/3.98oz. Both units are made of aluminum, which makes them robust but also helps with heat dissipation as the TP Mini is a fanless system. Also, as you can see, the TP Mini has built-in antennas, so the transmitter/receiver has a low profile, and breaking/losing antennas will be a thing of the past. The right side of the TP Mini image transmitter. Image credit: Shimbol All of the power and video input/output ports are located on the transmitter and receiver’s right side. On the transmitter, you’ll find one HDMI input and one HDMI output port that can take resolutions up to 1080P at 60 frames per second. On...
Published By: CineD - Friday, 31 May, 2024