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WIRELESS MONITORING

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VITA Transmitter Hire: Wireless Video Transmitter

Q: Which receivers does the Vita Transmitter work with?

The Vita Transmitter pairs with both the VITA PRO receiver and the Vita Lite Receiver.

Q: What is the most cost-effective way to add a second camera to an existing wireless monitoring setup?

Hire a Vita Transmitter (£50/day) and a Vita Lite Receiver (£80/day) for a complete second wireless monitoring link at £130/day.

Q: Does the Vita Transmitter include the HD-SDI loop-through?

Yes. The HD-SDI loop-through keeps the on-camera monitor or EVF connected while the wireless signal transmits to remote monitoring points.

Q: Is the Vita Transmitter light enough for drone and gimbal use?

Yes. At 260 grams and 105 x 70 x 23 mm, it adds minimal weight and does not require significant counterweight adjustment on most gimbal systems.

Q: Does the Vita Transmitter carry camera metadata?

Yes. Focus distance, iris, timecode, and record-trigger all pass through alongside the video when connected to a compatible camera.

Q: Can I use the Vita Transmitter with any monitor?

The transmitter pairs with VITA PRO or Vita Lite Receiver units. The receiver then outputs HD-SDI and HDMI to any compatible production monitor.

Professional production equipment.

The Vita Transmitter is available to hire in London from £50/day to add a camera to an existing VITA monitoring setup or pair with a Vita Lite Receiver for a complete additional wireless monitoring link. Compact professional 5 GHz wireless video transmitter with HD-SDI loop output, embedded audio, metadata, record trigger and OLED monitoring.

User guide

What's included

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VITA Transmitter: A Wireless Monitoring

The Vita Transmitter is the camera-end unit for crews who need to add a wireless video feed to an existing monitoring setup, who already own a compatible receiver, or who want to build a custom configuration without hiring a complete TX and RX system.

The most common scenario is a production that has already hired a Vita Lite System or VITA PRO System for their main camera and now needs to add a second camera to the monitoring setup. A second complete system is one option. The more cost-effective approach is a Vita Transmitter (£50/day) paired with a Vita Lite Receiver (£80/day) - a complete second wireless monitoring link at £130/day rather than the full system cost.

How the Vita Transmitter works

The transmitter takes HD-SDI from the camera via the input port. A loop-through output passes the same signal to the on-camera monitor or EVF, so the camera operator keeps their local reference while the wireless feed goes to video village, the focus puller's cart, or any other monitoring point. Camera metadata - focus distance, iris value, timecode - travels alongside the video signal automatically, and record-trigger support means a DIT or camera assistant can start and stop recording remotely.

Transmission happens on 5.1 to 5.9 GHz using OFDM modulation at 23 dBm transmit power with 40 MHz bandwidth and under 1 millisecond end-to-end latency. Two RP-SMA external antenna connectors allow optimal antenna positioning based on the specific layout of your set. The OLED display shows signal strength, link status, active frequency, and configuration.

Key features

Under 1 ms end-to-end latency

OLED status and configuration display

Built-in HD-SDI loop output

Camera metadata and record-trigger support

Specifications

Technical Specifications	Specification
Frequency	5.1–5.9 GHz
Latency	<1 ms
Modulation	OFDM
Input / Output	HD-SDI loop
Timecode / Trigger	Supported
Audio	Embedded
Size	105 × 70 × 23 mm
Antenna	2 × RP-SMA
Weight	260 g
Bandwidth	40 MHz
TX Power	23 dBm
Supply Voltage	7.5–24 V
Temperature Range	-5°C to 40°C

Rental information

Every item is technician-tested before collection. Flexible multi-day and weekly rates are included in your tailored quotation.

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Compatibility

The Vita Transmitter pairs with both the VITA PRO receiver and the Vita Lite Receiver. This cross-compatibility means you can hire just the transmitter and pair it with whichever receiver suits the monitoring requirement at the other end - the VITA PRO receiver for 2 x HD-SDI outputs at video village, or the Vita Lite Receiver for a compact single-output monitoring point.

Build

Build And Practical Considerations

Size is 105 x 70 x 23 mm. Weight is 260 grams. Two RP-SMA antennas. Supply voltage 7.5 to 24V. Operating temperature range of minus 5 to 40 degrees Celsius makes it suitable for both studio environments and UK outdoor location work. At 260 grams, it sits on top of a mirrorless or cinema camera body without meaningful balance impact, and it mounts on gimbal rigs, drone underslungs, and crash-cam positions without requiring significant counterweight adjustment.

Getting started

How WaveHire Handles Your Hire

Every Vita Transmitter is tested by a technician on a live HD-SDI signal before dispatch. We verify signal transmission, metadata pass-through, and record-trigger functionality. The unit ships with two antennas and power cable. You collect from our London facility with same-day collection available, or we arrange delivery.

If you need a receiver to pair with it, the Vita Lite Receiver at £80/day is the natural companion. For a complete TX and RX kit out of the box, see the Vita Lite System or the longer-range VITA PRO System, or contact our team to talk through your build.

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Questions

FAQs - Vita Transmitter

Which receivers does the Vita Transmitter work with?

The Vita Transmitter pairs with both the VITA PRO receiver and the Vita Lite Receiver. This cross-compatibility lets you hire just the transmitter and pair it with whichever receiver fits your monitoring requirement.

What is the most cost-effective way to add a second camera to an existing wireless monitoring setup?

Hire a Vita Transmitter (£50/day) and a Vita Lite Receiver (£80/day). That gives you a complete second wireless monitoring link at £130/day. Compared to hiring a second complete Vita Lite System at £90/day, the individual components cost more, but if you already own or are hiring a receiver, the transmitter alone at £50/day is the most economical option.

Does the Vita Transmitter include the HD-SDI loop-through?

Yes. The transmitter has an HD-SDI loop-through output so the on-camera monitor or EVF remains connected while the wireless signal transmits to remote monitoring points. The camera operator keeps their local reference at all times.

Is the Vita Transmitter light enough for drone and gimbal use?

Yes. At 260 grams and 105 x 70 x 23 mm with two RP-SMA antennas, it adds minimal weight to a camera rig and does not require significant counterweight adjustment on most gimbal systems.

Does the Vita Transmitter carry camera metadata?

Yes. Focus distance, iris value, timecode, and record-trigger commands all pass through the wireless link alongside the video signal when the transmitter is connected to a camera that outputs this data.

Can I use the Vita Transmitter with any monitor at the receiving end?

The Vita Transmitter works with the VITA PRO receiver and the Vita Lite Receiver. The receiver then outputs HD-SDI and HDMI to any compatible production monitor. The transmitter itself does not connect directly to a monitor.