Description
Bolt 500, with highly refined software, new wireless radios and a redesigned chassis, these new models are the most reliable and capable monitoring solutions we have ever built. Metadata and timecode support, 3D LUTs, dual inputs/outputs, multicast capable, manual frequency selection and USB 3.0 GRAB Engine are all included on these new models but with the following new features:
• Longer Range
Transmit visually lossless video up to 500ft with no delay.
• Individual Identity
• Easily identify which Bolt TX and RX work together with removable colored top plates.
• Built-In HDMI to SDI Converter
Perfect for use with MoVI and other gimbals, Bolt’s TX has a built-in HDMI to SDI converter, allowing you to connect both your on-camera monitor and video source via the same device.
• 20MHz Channels
Use more than twice as many Bolts in one location or avoid interference like never before.
• 20% Smaller Chassis
Not just smaller, but lighter too, allowing these models to integrate into any rig unnoticed.
• Rapid Reconnection
Reconnect times during a dropped link are now instantaneous once you move back into range.
• More Robust Than Ever Before
Reach your Bolt’s full range and potential right out of the box with new software that provides the most robust wireless link we’ve ever created
Power Consumption
⚡ Teradek Bolt 500 (TX / Dual RX) • Power Profile
- Operating Voltage: 6V to 28V DC (2-Pin LEMO Input on TX & RX units)
- Power Draw (Per Unit — TX or Each RX): ~7W to 8W per unit (Calculated at 8W active load per unit)
- Power Options: 2-pin LEMO via D-Tap cable (from 14.4V V-Mount), NP-F / V-Mount battery plates, or AC adapters
⏱️ Runtime Per Unit (~8W Draw @ 85% Efficiency)
- 🔋 1x NP-F 570 (26Wh): ~2.8 hours (2h 46m)
- 🔋 1x NP-F 770 (47Wh): ~5.0 hours (5h 00m)
- 🔋 1x NP-F 980 (74Wh): ~7.9 hours (7h 52m)
- 🔋 V-Mount 98Wh (via D-Tap): ~10.4 hours (10h 25m)
- 🔋 V-Mount 150Wh (via D-Tap): ~15.9 hours (15h 56m)
📊 The 85% Efficiency Standard
- Usable Capacity: Runtimes apply a 0.85 multiplier (Usable Wh = Rated Wh × 0.85) to account for low-voltage RF cutoff protection and DC-DC conversion heat loss.
⚠️ Production Note: Runtimes above apply to a single unit (TX or RX) running on its own battery. Add ~8W to your camera or monitor calculation when sharing a V-Mount via D-Tap.
🛠️ Rig Calculator: Powering the TX from your camera battery? Use the FRENEL Power & Battery Runtime Calculator to calculate your full rig runtime.
Included
Teradek Bolt 500 is avalable to rent at FRENEL rental.
IN THE BOX
• 1 x Bolt 500 Transmitter
• 3 x 2-pin Lemo to D-Tap 18 inch Cables
• 2 x HDMI 18in Cable (Type A to Type A)
• 2 x Bolt 500 Receiver
• 3x SDI spiral cables BNC to BNC
• 1 x USB 3.0 Cable A to Micro B (3ft Length)
• 1 x PSU 2-Pin Lemo to 18W AC Adapter 6ft cable
