Overview
The Teradek Ranger MKII 5000 12G-SDI/HDMI TX G Mount is a professional-grade wireless video transmitter designed for broadcast, event, drone, and handheld applications. It enables lossless HD and 4K60 video transmission up to 1524 m line of sight with zero delay, supporting both licensed and unlicensed frequency bands from 4.9 GHz to 6.4 GHz. Featuring 12G-SDI and HDMI inputs, SDI loop output, AES-256 encryption, and robust build quality, it delivers exceptional reliability and performance for demanding production environments.
Core Features
- Supports 4.9 to 6.4 GHz frequency bands
- Transmit video up to 1524 m line of sight
- Lossless transmission with zero delay
- 4K60 10-bit 4:2:2 HDR support
- Gold Mount battery plate
- 12G-SDI and HDMI input, SDI loop output
- Transmit to up to six receivers
- AES-256 encryption
- Two N-type antennas
- Launchpad app with spectrum analyzer
Premium Wireless Hardware
Powered by Teradek's Emmy and Academy Award-winning technology, the Ranger Series delivers zero-delay wireless video transmission. With a maximum range of 1524 m, it is suited for professional broadcast, sports, ENG, drones, handheld gimbals, and shoulder-mounted production cameras.
Ranger Compatibility
Any Ranger TX and RX models can be paired together, regardless of model, allowing scalable and flexible setups. Mixed systems operate at the range of the lowest paired model. 6 GHz operation requires support on both TX and RX units.
Zero Delay
Ranger’s patented technology transmits audio and video with ultra-low latency, even at 4K60 resolution, ensuring a visually lossless and lifelike viewing experience.
Configuration & Control
- Launchpad app for macOS, Windows, iOS, and Android
- Bluetooth 5 LE connection support
- Simple pairing of transmitters and receivers
- Live RF spectrum monitoring and channel selection tools
- Frequency and amplitude signal analysis
Wide Transmission Frequency Range
The Ranger offers multiple frequency options to minimize interference: 5 GHz for general use, licensed band frequencies for special events, and 6 GHz U-NII-5 for 12 additional uncongested wireless channels.
Inputs & Outputs
| Antenna I/O | 2 × RP-SMA female |
| Video I/O | 1 × HDMI 2.0 input, 1 × BNC (12G-SDI) input, 1 × BNC (12G-SDI) loop output |
| Embedded Audio | HDMI: 2-channel; SDI: 2-channel |
| Audio I/O | None |
| Power I/O | 1 × LEMO 2-pin (28 VDC) input |
| Other I/O | 1 × USB-C (firmware) input |
| Encryption | 256-bit AES |
Wireless
| Wireless Range | 1524 m (line of sight) |
| Channel Bandwidth | 40 MHz, 20 MHz |
| Frequency Range (US) | 5.92–6.42 GHz, 4.85–5.15 GHz, 5.35–5.47 GHz, 5.85–5.92 GHz; Non-DFS: 5.15–5.25 GHz, 5.72–5.85 GHz; DFS: 5.25–5.35 GHz, 5.47–5.72 GHz |
| Latency | < 0.01 ms |
| RF Power | 23 dBm |
| Wi-Fi | None |
| Bluetooth | 5.0 LE |
| Mobile App Compatible | Yes, Android & iOS |
Format Support
| Video Format | HDMI: 8/10-bit 4:4:4/4:2:2 RGB, YCC; SDI: 10-bit 4:2:2 YCC; supports UHD 4K, 1080p, 1080i, 720p, 576p/i, 480p/i in various frame rates |
| Video Standard Compliance | SMPTE 424M |
| Audio Format | 2-channel 24-bit 48 kHz |
| Wireless Video Compression | Uncompressed |
| Timecode Support | Yes |
Power
| DC Input Power | 6–28 VDC |
| Battery Type | 1 × Gold Mount |
| Power Consumption | 12 W |
Mounting & Construction
| Mounting | 1 × 1/4"-20 female |
| Material | Aluminum, polycarbonate |
| Dimensions | 149 × 91 × 30 mm |
| Weight | 544 g |
| Operating Temperature | 0–40 °C |
What's Included
- Teradek Ranger MKII 5000 12G-SDI/HDMI Wireless Transmitter (Gold Mount)
- 2 × N-Type antenna
- Gold Mount battery plate
- Barcode: 84508
- UPC Barcode: 818264029343
- Supplier Code: 53.10-2596-G