Falkon transmits 4K UHD, HD, and HDR video over bonded 5G, 4G/LTE, 3G, Wi-Fi 6, Ethernet, and LEO satellite networks. Built for live sports, news, and event production, Falkon combines low-latency video encoding with resilient network bonding to support reliable broadcast contribution and remote production from virtually anywhere.
Falkon is available in two models, the Falkon X4 maximizes performance with four integrated 5G modems and eight antennas for superior bandwidth and reliability, and the compact, dual-modem Falkon X2, ideal for highly mobile field productions.
From premium sporting events to breaking news, Falkon mobile transmitters gives broadcast teams the flexibility to contribute high-quality, low-latency video from virtually anywhere.
From premium sporting events to breaking news, Falkon mobile transmitters gives broadcast teams the flexibility to contribute high-quality, low-latency video from virtually anywhere.
From premium sporting events to breaking news, Falkon mobile transmitters gives broadcast teams the flexibility to contribute high-quality, low-latency video from virtually anywhere.
| Category | Falkon X4 | Falkon X2 |
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| Video Quality & Processing | ||
| Standards | UHD: 2160p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 HD: 1080p60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25/24/23.98 1080i60/59.94/50 720p60/59.94/50 |
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| Encoding | H.265/HEVC 4:2:0 | 4:2:2, 8-bit | 10-bit H.264/AVC 4:2:0, 8-bit SDR and HDR - HLG or PQ (ST 2084) Dynamic resolution adjustment |
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| Network Connections | ||
| Cellular | 4 x 3G/4G/5G world-wide compliant modems Sub 6GHz bands SA (Standalone) and NSA (Non Standalone) Internal high efficiency antennas (2 x 2 MIMO) |
2 x 3G/4G/5G world-wide compliant modems Sub 6GHz bands SA (Standalone) and NSA (Non Standalone) Internal high efficiency antennas (2 x 2 MIMO) |
| Interfaces | ||
| 1 x 12G SDI input 1 x HDMI 2.0 input 1 x 12G SDI output for loopback or video return 1 x HDMI 2.0 output for video return 6-pin interface for advanced camera control 1 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet 2 x USB 3.0 (type C) 4 x micro SIM slots 1 x mini jack for IFB/intercom headset |
1 x 12-G SDI input 1 x HDMI 2.0 input 1 x HDMI 2.0 output for video return 1 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet 2 x USB 3.0 (type-A), 1 x USB 3.0 (type-C) 2 x micro SIM slots 1 x mini jack for IFB/intercom headset |
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| Advanced Features | ||
| Video Return | Full HD video return with AES encryption Sub-second latency |
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| Video Recording | Recording to internal memory (128 GB) Standalone or simultaneous recording during live broadcast Transfer of files during or after recording |
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| Intercom | Intercom/IFB with AES encryption Bluetooth or wired headset |
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| Control & Monitoring | ||
| Embedded touch screen Web UI from any browser From Haivision Hub 360 and StreamHub transceiver |
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4 x 3G/4G/5G world-wide compliant modems
Sub 6GHz bands
SA (Standalone) and NSA (Non Standalone)
Internal high efficiency antennas (2 x 2 MIMO)
2 x 3G/4G/5G world-wide compliant modems
Sub 6GHz bands
SA (Standalone) and NSA (Non Standalone)
Internal high efficiency antennas (2 x 2 MIMO)
1 x 12G SDI input
1 x HDMI 2.0 input
1 x 12G SDI output for loopback or video return
1 x HDMI 2.0 output for video return
6-pin interface for advanced camera control
1 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet
2 x USB 3.0 (type C)
4 x micro SIM slots
1 x mini jack for IFB/intercom headset
1 x 12-G SDI input
1 x HDMI 2.0 input
1 x HDMI 2.0 output for video return
1 x Gigabit RJ-45 Ethernet
2 x USB 3.0 (type-A), 1 x USB 3.0 (type-C)
2 x micro SIM slots
1 x mini jack for IFB/intercom headset
Deliver exceptional image quality with real-time video encoding for the most demanding broadcast production workflows.
Streamline remote production workflows with advanced tools for video contribution, field communication, and camera control.
How 5G will completely change broadcast contribution and remote production