Expandable OB van with follow-up unit – Outside Broadcast OB-Vans

The 12-camera capacity indicates a traditional SDI-based architecture typical of rigid expandable OB vans of this class. Confirm installed SDI generations (3G, 6G, 12G) and whether hybrid SDI/IP infrastructure or ST 2110 backbone exists in this specific build—these vary significantly by configuration year and custom spec. IP migration capability depends on installed routing, networking hardware, and control layer. Request detailed rack diagrams and I/O manifest from the vendor before committing. A retrofit can be costly; verify current I/O meets your ingest and distribution needs.

Rigid expandable OB vans typically draw 40–80 kVA depending on full equipment load and environmental systems. Confirm this unit's onboard generator capacity, UPS specification, and PSU redundancy for critical systems (router, vision mixer, servers). The follow-up unit may house auxiliary power or cooling—verify its role in your operational chain. Request power budget documentation and load-shedding strategy under fault conditions. Validate shore power connectors and compatibility with your typical venue electrical infrastructure.

A 12-camera OB van requires integrated tally, GPI, and intercom routing alongside SDI video. Confirm whether the vision mixer supports your preferred RCP (remote control panel) protocol—Grass Valley Conграss, Grass Valley ™ Ignite, or Sony ELC are common but not universal. Verify CCU integration method: triax, serial, or IP-based. Test RCP responsiveness under load and confirm spare RCP compatibility. Request control system documentation and any proprietary firmware dependencies that affect third-party device integration.

Rigid expandable vans rely on environmental systems to manage heat from RF equipment, lighting control, and compute infrastructure. Confirm HVAC capacity (BTU/hour), cooling system redundancy, and operating temperature range. Interior noise levels under full load—typically 75–85 dB—affect communications and crew fatigue on long events. Verify fan duty cycles and whether passive dissipation options exist during low-load periods. Request thermal load curves and confirm the follow-up unit's role in exhaust/intake management.

Confirm whether this OB van is equipped with triax base-station racks, optical fiber adapters, or hybrid triax/optical camera feeds. A 12-camera setup typically supports mixed connection types—clarify which are built-in and what external infrastructure (mast, cable runs, remote CCU racks) is required at your venue. Verify interoperability with your preferred camera head models and whether legacy analog camera support is available. Request a wiring diagram and pinout reference for rapid field troubleshooting.

Confirm whether onboard storage (SSD arrays, RAID NAS) is integrated for backup recording, and its capacity for multi-camera sessions at your target bit rates and frame rates. Verify whether recording runs independently of the broadcast output path to mitigate single-point failures. Request storage connectivity (Fibre Channel, Gigabit Ethernet, 10GbE), backup speed, and nearline/archival provisions. Clarify media formatting (DNxHD, ProRes, H.264) and codec options available on installed I/O cards.

The rigid expandable structure with follow-up unit implies modular floor space expansion—confirm expanded vs. road dimensions, entry/exit points, and workstation arrangement. The follow-up unit typically houses auxiliary infrastructure (power, cooling, cable management); verify its interconnect to the main van (umbilical cable lengths, quick-couplers) and whether it requires independent utilities. Request CAD floorplans or site layout photos, and confirm headroom and emergency egress compliance for your expected operating environments.

A single 12-camera OB van is a standalone mobile production facility, but confirm whether it supports genlock/word-clock distribution to external routers, recording servers, or a second truck for expanded capacity. Verify whether its timing reference (GPS, Atomic, external Black Burst) is accessible via BNC or AES outputs, and whether sync distribution infrastructure (trunked fiber, GPIO) is provisioned. Request I/O pin definitions and timing specifications to architect a redundant multi-truck failover if scalability is a future requirement.

Yes, every used or ex-demo unit is tested and covered by a 90-day warranty. In the event of a failure, the round-trip transport cost is shared equally between the customer and Broadcast Depot.

Yes, Broadcast Depot ships worldwide. We arrange transport on quotation, or you can use your own carrier. Delivery usually takes 3 to 5 days. OB vans are delivered by driver or collected on site.

Yes, in case of an error or if you would like another product from our stock: returns and exchanges are possible with no time limit. Contact us to arrange it.