Techtel deploys Egatel DVB-T/T2 Transmitters to Tindal RAAF Base

Techtel, Australia’s leading broadcast systems integrator has been selected by Imparja to upgrade the TV Transmission site at Tindal RAAF Base in remote Northern Territory.  The RAAF base was suffering coverage issues and needed to deploy a reliable, higher performance solution that would survive the harsh climate in this very remote location.   

The new Egatel DVB-T/T2 Transmitters selected will receive VHF Signals (for SBS and ABC Channels) and UHF signals (for commercial channels) from the nearby parent transmitters, before retransmitting them in UHF at the Tindal RAAF Base. The expected result is a wider and better coverage for the local viewers facilitated by the increase uplink transmit power from 10W to 20W.

The Egatel TUWH1200 is the new high-efficiency 25W ultracompact transmitter. Being only 1RU in size, makes its installation, operation and maintenance easier for users, as well as offers an unbeatable cost – performance (CAPEX / OPEX) ratio. Furthermore, this transmitter model expands the capabilities of Egatel’s Wideband High Efficiency Transmitters covering any requirement and broadcast network topology, providing an ideal solution for extending digital TV networks. The transmitter can operate as a multi-standard transmitter or a retransmitter and supports several input interfaces depending on the mode of operation: ASI or TSoIP in transmitter mode and RF in retransmitter mode.

 “Imparja selected Techtel due to its proven track record and continued reliability of its existing Egatel DVB-T/T2 transmitter footprint”, said Mark Tilbrook at Imparja. “We are also confident that Techtel will support us through the installation process and stay with us after the job is complete with excellent service and support”.

“Techtel is proud to build on our long-term relationship with Imparja, and we are pleased to support them in providing an enhanced coverage and viewing experience in Tindal”, said Mal Chandler, Techtel CEO. “Together with our technology partner Egatel we are continuing to demonstrate to the market our expertise in transmission technology which offers remote regions such as Tindal a high performance product that is ready to handle the tough environment out there.”