MU-22 | 48’ 3G Double Expando Production Truck with Ku-Band Uplink

Compact Dual-Expando Mobile Unit with Integrated Transmission for Remote Broadcasts

The MU-22 is a purpose-built, self-contained mobile production unit designed for real-time acquisition, mixing, and broadcast delivery in a wide range of environments. Equipped with a full 3G Grass Valley production core, multi-channel EVS replay system, and an onboard Ku-band satellite uplink, MU-22 provides streamlined signal contribution from field to air.

Whether deployed for news coverage, live events, or government and public affairs broadcasting, MU-22 delivers exceptional performance, connectivity, and speed in a flexible and mobile footprint.

Vehicle Overview

• Trailer Length: 48 ft
• Expansion: 49 ft x 5 ft (Double Expando)
• Total Operational Length: 75 ft
• Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW): 80,000 lbs
• Power Requirement: 3 Phase, 190–240V, 200A per leg
• Feeder Cable: 150 ft

Production Switching

• Grass Valley K-Frame 3G Video Switcher
  • Kayenne 4-Stripe, 35-Button Panel
  • 5 M/E
  • 64 Inputs / 48 Outputs
  • 16 IDPM, 16 EDPM, 2DPM
  • FlexiKey, Double Take, Chroma Key
  • Integrated Image Store for Clip Playback

Replay System

• (1) EVS XT3 8-Channel LSM Server
• (1) EVS XT3 6-Channel LSM Server
• (1) EVS XT3 12-Channel Server configured as 4ch Spotbox (Dual User)
• (1) EVS X-file3 with 10G File Network
• (1) EVS X-hub3 for Media Sharing
• Configured for:
  • (3) 6-Channel EVS Servers
  • (2) 4-Channel EVS Servers
  • (1) 4-Channel Spotbox

Routing & Terminal Equipment

• Grass Valley Node 3G Video Router (144×144)
  • 48×48 Embedding/De-embedding
• Audio Router: 384×384
• Frame Sync:
  • (16) AJA 3G U/D/C Frame Syncs with Color Correction
• Multiview:
  • 162×18 Viewing Capacity
• Tally: TSL Tallyman Tally Interface

Camera System

• (10) Grass Valley LDX 86 WorldCam Cameras (3G)
• (5) GV LDK Super XPanders w/ 7” Viewfinders
• Canon UHD/HD Lens Package:
  • (2) Canon 80x HD Lenses
  • (2) Canon 76x HD Lenses
  • (1) Canon 72x HD Lens
  • (4) Canon 22x ENG Lenses
  • (2) Canon 11×4.7 Wide Angle Lenses
  • (1) Canon 17x Lens
• (5) Vinten Vector 75 Pan Heads with Tripods
• (3) Handheld Pan Head Kits
• Wired for 12 CCUs
• Optional: Grass Valley LDK 4426 Single Mode Triax Adaptors available on request

Audio Facilities

• Calrec Artemis Light with Bluefin2 Processing
  • 48 Faders with 12 Dual Fader Layers
  • 64×64 Analog I/O
  • 64×64 AES Digital I/O
  • 384×384 MADI Channels
  • 64-Channel Waves Processing
  • 64-Channel Dante IP Integration
• Waves SoundGrid Server Included

Communications System

• RTS Adam M Matrix (176×176)
  • 64 OMNEO Channels
  • 32 MADI Channels
  • 16 RVON Channels
  • 12 Powered Intercom Channels
  • 8 Powered IFB Channels
• Additional Intercom Gear:
  • (12) RTS BP325 Dual Listen Belt Packs
  • (8) RTS 4030 IFB Boxes
  • (12) Beyer DT108 Single Muff Headsets
  • (6) Beyer DT109 Dual Muff Headsets
  • (4) RTS Telephone Interfaces
  • (4) Innkeeper Phone Interfaces
  • (4) Ring Downs for point-to-point

Integrated Ku-Band Transmission

MU-22 includes a fully redundant Ku-band satellite uplink, making it a powerful tool for remote contribution and transmission.

• 2.4m AVL Ku-Band Uplink Antenna
• (2) Advantech 125-Watt Hub Mount Ku SSPBs
• (2) Ericsson AVP3000 HD Encoders
• (2) Ericsson RX8200 IRDs

This setup enables immediate contribution, backup transmission, or network handoff from the field—without the need for a separate uplink unit.

A/V Support Gear

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

Cable Infrastructure

• 7000’ Triax
• 3000’ DT12 Audio Mult
• 300’ 6-Pair Audio Snake
• 3000’ XLR Audio Cable
• 3000’ Single Coax
• (2) 125’ 6-Wire Triax Looms
• (4) 150’ 10-Wire Coax Looms
• (3) 250’ 5-Wire Coax Looms
• (1) 1000’ TAC-12 Fiber
• (1) 500’ TAC-4 Fiber

Why MU-22 Stands Out

MU-22 is one of the most compact and powerful production + transmission combos in the fleet. Designed with broadcasters, agencies, and live media teams in mind, it’s ideal for field production where control, connectivity, and quick uplink capabilities are essential. With a full 3G production core, advanced audio routing, and a dedicated Ku-band antenna system, MU-22 provides end-to-end coverage in one efficient platform.

Ideal Applications

• Live News & Public Affairs Broadcasting
• Political Events and Field Debates
• Sports Reporting and Remote Studio Uplinks
• Government / Corporate Event Broadcasting
• Crisis Response & Emergency Communication Feeds

Fast Reference Specs

Category	Specification
Video Switcher	GV K-Frame 3G, 5 M/E, 64 In / 48 Out
Replay	EVS XT3 Suite + X-file3 + X-Hub3
Routing	GV Node 3G, 144×144 + Tallyman + Multiview
Cameras	GV LDX 86 w/ Canon Lenses (80x, 76x, ENG)
Audio Console	Calrec Artemis Light, Waves, Dante, MADI
Comms	RTS Adam M, 176×176, OMNEO, IFB, RVON
Uplink	2.4m AVL Ku, Advantech, Ericsson AVP3000
Dimensions	48’ L + 49’ Expando, 75’ Total Length
Power	3 Phase, 200A/Leg, 150’ Feeder Cable