MU-12 53’ 3G Single Expando Production Truck Overview

The MU-12 is a state-of-the-art 53’ 3G Single Expando truck purpose-built for complex live broadcasts, UHD workflows, and high-density replay environments. With a robust switcher, massive routing infrastructure, high-frame sync capacity, and a full complement of HDR camera systems, MU-12 is ready for elite events—from sports to entertainment to multi-platform streaming. Managed by Live Media, a division of Live Media Group, MU-12 combines muscle, modularity, and modern signal architecture.

Dimensions and Configuration

• Truck Length: 53 ft
• Expanded Dimensions: 49 ft (L) x 5 ft (W)
• Overall Length (with tractor): 61 ft
• Width (Expanded): 13.5 ft
• Gross Vehicle Weight: 80,000 lbs
• Power Requirements: 3 Phase, 190–280V, 200A/Leg
• Feeder Cable: 200 ft

Production Capabilities

Video Switcher

• Grass Valley K-Frame 3G Switcher
  • Kayenne 4-Stripe 35-Button Panel
  • 7 M/E, 96 Inputs, 48 Outputs
  • FlexiKey, Double Take, Chroma Key
  • 12 IDPM, 4 EDPM, 2D DPM
  • Image Store with Movies
  • M/E View Enabled

Replay System

• (3) EVS XT3 LSM 12-Channel Servers (Dual User)
• (1) EVS XT3 12-Channel Spotbox w/ Lance Controller
• (1) EVS X-file3 with 10G File Network
• (1) EVS Via Xhub
• Wired for 60 Channels of EVS

Routing and Terminal Infrastructure

• Evertz EQX 3G Video Router (280×620)
  • 112×48 Embedding/Dis-embedding
  • 18 Frame Syncs with De-embedding
  • 16×16 Fiber I/O
• Evertz EMR Audio Router
  • 1024×1024 MADI Routing
• Frame Syncs:
  • (30) For-A HDR U/D/C w/ Color Correction
  • (40) EVS Neuron HDR Frame Syncs w/ Custom LUT & CC
• Multiview Capacity: 304×23
• (4) TX Processors w/ U/D/C

Camera Equipment

• (10) Grass Valley LDX 86 WorldCam UHD Cameras
• (7) GV LDK Super XPanders
• (6) GV LDK4426 Fiber Triax Converters
• Lenses:
  • (1) Fujinon 101×8.4 UHD w/ Stabilizer
  • (2) Fujinon 99×8.4 HD w/ Stabilizer
  • (2) Fujinon 88×8.4 HD w/ Stabilizer
  • (2) Fujinon 72×9.3 HD
  • (2) Fujinon 23×7.6 UHD
  • (2) Fujinon 18×5.5 Hybrid Wide Angle
  • (1) Fujinon 14×4.5 UHD Wide Angle
• (7) Vinten Vector 750 Pan Heads
• (5) Cartoni Gamma Pan Heads
• Wired for 16 CCUs
• Other camera and lens configurations available

Audio Facilities

• Calrec Artemis Beam Digital Surround Console
  • 64 Faders
  • 96×96 Analog
  • 128×128 AES
  • 256×256 MADI
  • Waves Broadcast Processing Suite

Communications

• 192×192 RTS Adam Matrix Intercom
  • 32 OMNEO Channels
  • 16 RVON Channels
  • 64 MADI Channels
  • 12 Powered PL Channels
  • 12 Powered IFB Channels
• (4) RTS Telephone Interfaces
• (4) QKT Audio Couplers
• (20) RTS BP325 Belt Packs
• (10) RTS 4030 IFB Belt Packs
• (16) Beyer DT108 Single Muff Headsets
• (8) Beyer DT109 Dual Muff Headsets
• (4) Ring Downs

A/V Support Inventory

• (6) HMD26 Announcer Headsets
• (6) Studio Tech Announcer Boxes
• (6) MD46 Stick Microphones
• (6) MKH416 Shotgun Microphones
• (6) MKH8070 Long Shotgun Microphones
• (4) MKH418 Stereo Shotgun Microphones
• (6) 15” SDI Monitors
• (6) 21” SDI Monitors
• (2) LED Light Kits

Cable Inventory

• 7000’ Triax Cable
• 850’ SMPTE Fiber
• (2) 150’ 6-Wire Triax Looms
• 3000’ DT12 Audio Multicore
• 1000’ 6-Pair Audio Snake
• 500’ 2-Pair Audio Snake
• 5000’ XLR Audio Cable
• 5000’ Coax Cable
• (3) 150’ 10-Wire Coax Looms
• (3) 125’ 5-Wire Coax Looms
• (2) 500’ TAC-12 Fiber
• (1) 500’ TAC-6 Fiber
• (1) 500’ TAC-4 Fiber

Layout & Visuals

• Floor Plan (Page 2 of spec): Clear separation for Audio, Production, Replay, Engineering & Video workstations. 69 ft working space with dedicated external access points.
• Monitor Wall Layout (Page 3): Up to 96 programmable sources, labeled by program, preview, and CG/Bug feeds.
• Switcher Inputs Table (Page 4): Lists all 96 switcher inputs, from cameras and EVS servers to CG, FS, and utility feeds.
• Videotape Monitor Wall (Page 5): Labeled KVM zones with 6 fully matrixed monitor banks, supporting replay and DDR positionsMU-12-Specs_021025.

Why MU-12 Stands Out

MU-12 offers elite broadcast performance with a foundation in UHD/HDR signal fidelity and 3G routing. It is ideal for advanced EVS workflows, high-density CCU environments, and immersive surround audio. Whether it’s a large-scale concert, live sports, or corporate mega-event, MU-12 meets today’s production needs and anticipates tomorrow’s.

Applications

• Network UHD Sports Broadcasts
• Awards & Entertainment Specials
• High-End Corporate Events
• Worship & Festival Production
• Remote Broadcast for OTT/Streaming

Technical Summary