The new SmartSystem SmartCAM TEMPO is an SDI splitter featuring a rugged aluminum design. It supports 12G SDI inputs, offers two SDI outputs, and has a built-in OLED screen to display signal information and diagnostic data. It retails for about €430. SmartSystem is an Italian manufacturer specializing in the production of high-end camera support and motion control systems. These include their SmartCAM MATRIX sled series, the ArmX1 stabilization arm, sliders, dollies, motion controllers, and more. The company has recently introduced a compact SDI splitter, called SmartCAM TEMPO, that can come in handy when flying a camera on a sled, for example. So let’s take a quick look! SmartSystem SmartCAM TEMPO. Source: SmartSystem SmartSystem SmartCAM TEMPO – features The SmartSystem SmartCAM TEMPO takes a single SDI input and splits that up into two SDI output signals that are fully buffered and re-clocked, according to the company. The device supports 12G SDI input signals. SmartSystem SmartCAM TEMPO. Source: SmartSystem Moreover, the front of the splitter integrates an OLED display that allows users to monitor signal type, link quality, equalization amount, and temperature. An Eye-Pattern diagnostic tool is also available to evaluate the quality of the input signal. Eye-Pattern signal quality monitoring tool. Source: SmartSystem The back of the splitter hosts a 15mm rod clamp to quickly and securely attach the device to your rig, along with two 2-pin in/out power ports (10-17VDC) with a polarity agnostic design. The SmartCAM TEMPO draws less than 5W of power and has a built-in heat-sink for...
Published By: CineD - Tuesday, 14 March, 2023