Use this as a walk-down before you finalize any broadcast, flypack, or studio BOM. Not every line applies to every build — but every line should be a conscious “yes” or “not needed,” never a “we forgot.”
1. Sources & Acquisition
- Cameras (body, lens, batteries/plates, cards/media)
- Playback / roll-in machines and media
- Graphics / CG source (Vizrt, Chyron, or PC)
- Remote / bonded-cellular / IP feeds
2. Switching & Production Core
- Production switcher + control panel
- Multiviewer(s) and MV outputs
- Router (if used) and control
3. Conversion & Sync
- Up/down/cross converters for mismatched sources
- Frame synchronizers for genlock-free feeds
- Reference / genlock generator and distribution
- Embedders / de-embedders for audio
4. Distribution
- SDI distribution amplifiers (reclocking, right output count)
- Patch panels (video + audio)
- Fiber transport / extenders for long runs
5. Recording & Playback
- ISO / program recorders (HyperDeck, Ki Pro, etc.)
- Recording media + spares
- Playback machines and confidence outputs
6. Monitoring
- Program / preview / multiview monitors
- Waveform / vectorscope
- Confidence monitoring for every critical source
7. Audio & Intercom
- Mics (wired/wireless) + RF coordination
- Mixer / audio embed points
- Intercom (Clear-Com / RTS), belt packs, headsets
- IFB / program feeds
8. Cable & Connectivity
- SDI coax (correct 12G/3G rating, right lengths)
- Fiber (tactical / SMPTE camera cable)
- Connectors, adapters, and spares
- Network switches + Ethernet for IP/control
9. Power
- Rack PDUs sized to actual load (with headroom)
- UPS for critical points
- Distro / cabling to house power; confirm circuits
- Redundant supplies where uptime matters
10. Housing, Logistics & Spares
- Racks / shock mounts / road cases
- Labeling, cable management, ties
- Critical spares (DAs, converters, cables, power supplies)
- Tools / termination kit
The line that gets forgotten most
Reference and power headroom. Nine times out of ten the “mystery” fault on a new build traces back to a broken reference chain or a PDU that’s maxed out. Walk those two down twice.
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Send us your bill of materials and we’ll review it as engineers — flag the gaps, confirm compatibility, and quote the whole thing as one package at distribution pricing. It’s what we do.
