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| D-Cam survives the Champagne at Spanish Euro 2008 party Spain’s 44 year wait for a major football trophy finally ended when their captain, Iker Casillas lifted the European Cup after they beat Germany 1-0 in the final of Euro 2008 in Vienna.
Spanish production company, VAV, working for broadcaster Cuatro, used their Gigawave D-Cam systems throughout the Championship at the games and also for ENG purposes at the training facilities and team hotel. Liverpool striker, Fernando Torres sealed victory for Spain with a well-taken goal in the first half of the final. Euro 2008, Austria - July 2008 |
| Gigawave gets on its bike for charity Three Gigawave employees and a sub-contractor cycled 240 miles in just two days as they raised thousands of pounds for the Samantha Dickson Brain Tumour Trust.
Gigawave Operations Director, Steve Rogers, Development Manager, Jay Wells, Product Integration Manager, Chris York and Clive Hilzbrich, who supplies wiring assemblies to Gigawave cycled from the Gigawave Technical Centre to Kings Lynn in Norfolk and back covering 120 miles each day.
Gigawave Technical Centre - June 2008 |
| Broadcast Asia 2008 Broadcast Asia opened its doors for the 13th time and Gigawave was on hand to show off its latest HD products.
The show continues until 20th June, and Gigawave is exhibiting at Stand 7H2-07.
Broadcast Asia 2008, Singapore - June 2008 |
| Shanghai TV capture Olympic Torch relay through city 上海電視台全程轉播北京奧運火炬傳遞過程 After returning from the summit of Mount Everest, the Olympic Torch relay continued its three-month journey around China where its latest stop off was the country’s financial hub, Shanghai. 登上過珠峰後，北京奧運火炬繼續中國境內三個月的傳遞行程 ，而最近一站就是中國的經濟金融中心，上海。
上海站傳遞路綫全程二百多公里，歷時兩日，整個過程由上海電視台負責轉播。 而得到上海電視台選用的正是Gigawave 高標清兼容HD-Cam Clip-On無綫攝錄機和MVL-D2數字微波傳輸系統。 Previously the Torch visited Chinese regions including Guangzhou and Shenzhen, where once again Gigawave digital microwave links were used to provide live coverage of this momentous Torch relay. 在上海站之前，火炬已經過中國多個省分及城市，包括廣州及深圳， Gigawave有幸為多個城市省分選用轉播整個火炬傳遞活動。
第二十九屆奧林匹克運動會將會在二零零八年八月八日在北京揭幕。
Olympic Torch Relay, China - May 2008 |
| Gigawave successfully hurdles Bird's Nest test Beijing’s incredible Olympic Stadium, nicknamed the Bird’s Nest, held a test evening of athletics in preparation for the forthcoming Olympic Games.
Beijing National Stadium, China - May 2008 |
| Gigawave surf's up a treat in Tahiti After transmitting from the summit of Mount Everest with CCTV as part of the Olympic Torch relay last week, it was time for some well-deserved R & R. So Gigawave’s transmission systems headed to the beach, or to be precise, the waves, at the Billabong Pro Surf Championship in Tahiti.
Gigawave’s compact CDT transmitters were used onboard the support boats, based 800 metres off shore, while the D-Cam wireless camera systems were providing live footage from the Judges tower actually built into the water as well as one in the media centre. Gigawave portable link systems were used to return the footage to the judge’s tower and the media centre further down the coast.
Billabong Pro Tahiti 2008, Tahiti - May 2008 |
| CCTV puts Olympic Torch on top of the world Gigawave is extremely proud and privileged to have had the opportunity to support CCTV with their ambitious and highly successful live broadcast of the Olympic Torch being carried to the top of Mount Everest. We look forward to continuing our relationship of technical support to CCTV throughout the forthcoming Olympic Games and beyond.
中國中央電視臺向全世界現場直播奧林匹克聖火火炬攀登世界之巔珠 穆朗瑪峰的歷史性壯舉空前成功，英國Gigawave公司有機會參與支持中央臺是次直播項目， 深感榮幸。我們殷切期待在北京奧林匹克運動會及未來， 可以繼續以我們的技術支持中國中央電視臺。
Olympic Torch Relay, Mount Everest - May 2008 |
| Gigawave links welcome Olympic Torch back to China Following its high profile world tour, the Olympic Torch touched down in Hong Kong on its return to China prior to this summer’s Games in Beijing. It was an event, which has massive media interest so leading broadcasters opted for Gigawave’s wireless links to provide flawless coverage.
Olympic Torch Relay, Hong Kong - May 2008 |
| Gigawave’s HD links beamed into China Gigawave’s latest high-definition portable link, the MVL-HD2 has been shipped out to several customers in China in preparation for the forthcoming Olympic Games which will take place in Beijing this August.
Prior to shipment, the high data rate HD links were put through strenuous tests by Gigawave’s engineers, these tests included long distance transmission up to 100km. Gigawave Technical Centre, UK - May 2008 |
| HD On-boards pass track test Gigawave’s development of On-board cameras has added a new dimension to race coverage, providing the most spectacular live racing shots from around the circuit. The natural progression for the On-board Camera, after its switch to digital, is to now go HD.
The stunning quality live HD footage maximised the impact of the On-board Cameras to the viewer. Race activity becomes even clearer and real, an appreciation for the skill and stamina of the driver emerges and the team’s sponsor’s logos also stand out more, maximising their exposure.
Snetterton Circuit, UK - April 2008 |
| European Tour Golf goes HD with Gigawave The recent round of the European Tour Golf, the Mapfre Open de Andalucia was screened in full high-definition, using Gigawave’s HD D-Cam’s supplied by CTV.
Frenchman, Thomas Levet clawed his way back on the final hole to draw level with 19-year-old English rookie, Oliver Fisher and send the tournament into a play-off.
Mapfre Open, Spain - March 2008 |
| Gigawave and CCTV gear up for the Olympics Gigawave has supplied China state broadcaster CCTV with its latest High Definition portable higher power transmission and diversity receive systems.
Beijing, China - March 2008 |
| MotoGP lights up the desert MotoGP Champion Casey Stoner kicked off his title defence in perfect style by recording a comfortable victory in the dark of the night race in Qatar.
The 2008 Championship moves to Jerez for round 2 next.
Losail Circuit, Qatar - March 2008 |
| FIA GT goes HD for 2008 The FIA GT Championship is moving to High Definition coverage for the 2008 season with the help of Gigawave. The announcement will see Gigawave providing the Championship with the latest fully HD On-board Camera Systems that it has been developing over the past season. Its HD D-Cam Wireless Camera Systems will provide high Definition Pit Lane coverage.
SRO, the promoter of the FIA GT Championship has decided to move into HD in preparation for the competition becoming a world series in 2010, and has become one of the first major race series to go HD.
Monza Circuit, Italy - March 2008 |
| Gigawave at CABSAT 2008 Gigawave’s latest HD products have been at CABSAT 2008 in Dubai.
And a 30% increase in the size of the show from last year didn’t hamper the performance of the HD system which still comfortably achieved 100% coverage of the exhibition halls.
CABSAT 2008, Dubai - March 2008 |
| Gigawave D-Cam is Belle of the Ball Gigawave’s D-Cam Clip-On put on its dancing shoes after being called into action on one of Latvia’s most popular television shows, Dejo ar zvaigzni, meaning Dance with the Stars.
Gigawave were on hand, along with Danish rental partner LJ Elektonik to provide support as well as on-site training on the new D-Cam system, which was put straight into action, being used with a Steadicam to provide digital wireless coverage of the show for the first time.
The D-Cam system is available for hire throughout the Baltic region by TVC Latvia.
Riga, Latvia - February 2008 |
| Gigawave HD scrums down at the RBS 6 Nations The RBS 6 Nations is one of the biggest events of the sporting calendar and Gigawave’s HD D-Cam Systems have been in the thick of the action for both rounds of rugby matches so far.
The systems are being used on the touchline and also for the revolutionary Post Camera, which can rotate 360 degrees around the goal post providing stunning images of action near the try line and kicks at goal.
Wales and defending Champions France have won both their opening matches, while Italy and Scotland look likely to be battling it out to avoid picking up the Wooden Spoon, the unwanted award given to the team who finishes last.  RBS 6 Nations - February 2008 |
| BBC celebrates New Years Fireworks with Gigawave HD links The London fireworks display was again the focal point of the BBC's coverage of the 2007 New Years Eve celebrations.
The event was transmitted in High Definition and carried on Gigawave MVL-HD2 point to point microwave links. BBC Resources prefer a data rate of 65Mbit/s for the main programme contribution feed, for which MVL-HD2 (capacity of 120Mbit/s) is ideal. London, England - 2008 |
| ERTU Engineers Visit Gigawave Gigawave's excellent relationship with ERTU continued as some of their engineers visited the Technical Centre for system training on their new MVL-D2 Digital Point to Point Links.
Gigawave Technical Centre, England - February 2008 |
| Gigawave raises the bar in South Africa When South African rental company A&S Electronics moved into RF cameras, the only name for them was Gigawave.
According to A&S co-owner, Tony Lombaard, “RF camera operations are never simple, but with Gigawave’s reliability and support behind me, I’m very confident.”
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| Gigawave On-boards at Autosport International live show F1 pit lane reporter, Louise Goodman, may be used to fast cars but presenting from the passenger seat of a donutting supercar must have been a new experience. Luckily, Gigawave’s On-board camera system was used to broadcast her live onto the big screens at the Autosport International show.
Gigawave’s D-Cam digital Wireless Camera System was there to provide trackside coverage of the various mini-races incorporated into the high-octane show. Autosport International, UK - January 2008 |
| Gigawave cards the perfect round at the Australian Open A golf course is one of the harshest environments for a radio camera to perform in but Channel 7’s trust in the Gigawave D-Cam was rewarded with its excellent performance at the MFS Australian Open Golf in Sydney.
MFS Australian Open, Australia - December 2007 |
| Gigawave HD captures Beckham, King of the Galaxy When David Beckham is in town, only the best will do, which is why Gigawave’s HD D-Cam Wireless Camera System was called in to cover the football match between LA Galaxy and Sydney FC in Australia.
Despite only being a friendly match, over 80,000 fans filled Sydney’s Telstra Stadium to watch Beckham and his Galaxy teammates slump to a 5-3 defeat at the hands of local side, Sydney FC, in coach Ruud Gullit’s first game in charge. They did however see Beckham do what he does best, score with a trademark free kick, despite injuring his troublesome ankle in the early exchanges. Beckham wasn’t the only star on display, as the Gigawave HD D-Cam provided superb high-definition footage and robust performance throughout the match. Telstra Stadium, Australia - November 2007 |
| 11th Pan-Arab Games - Egypt Gigawave’s digital microwave links, and HD and SD D-Cam Wireless Camera Systems are in action at the Pan-Arab Games in Egypt.
The Games features 7000 athletes from 22 Arab countries competing in some 30 events, 32 for males and 24 for females. Host nation, Egypt, currently lead the way in the medal table with the Games running until 26th November. |
| Gigawave goes to the Polls More than 25 Gigawave microwave link systems were operating in Denmark for the snap general election.
The main party leaders were interviewed live from their cars as they were driven through the capital city, Copenhagen.
The Centre-right government of Prime Minister Anders Fogh Rasmussen was victorious, securing a third consecutive term in office. |
| 2nd Asian Indoor Games – Macau Chinese state television, CCTV is using Gigawave HD and SD D-Cam Wireless Camera Systems to cover the 2nd Asian Indoor Games in Macau.
The event runs until the 2nd November.  2nd Asian Indoor Games, Macau - October 2007 |
| Gigawave helps MotoGP clinch award MotoGP has won the Best Sports Content For Mobiles Award at the prestigious Sportel Monaco 2007 Golden Podium Awards. The winning footage was provided by Gigawave’s Digital On-board systems and was a montage of the best on-board action shots from Casey Stoner’s Ducati as he clinched the World Championship at the Grand Prix of Japan.
MotoGP has used the latest Gigawave Digital On-board Systems since the Chinese Grand Prix at Shanghai back in May this year, and the results have been spectacular with 100% track coverage without the use of a relay helicopter.
Click here to view some on this season's On-board footage
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| Gigawave on hand for ERTU OB Truck Acceptance Gigawave were on hand to help with the acceptance of two new OB Trucks for Egyptian State Broadcaster, ERTU. Sony, who supplied the trucks with coachbuilder, E2E, opted for Gigawave's HD and SD D-Cam's for the HD and SD trucks digital wireless camera systems.
The HD transmitter and camera control unit are clipped onto a side panel, while the battery is mounted on top of the camera body. This gives the operator easy access to the rear set control panel. Five HD D-Cam's with HDC-1500 cameras were used at the Eurovision Song Contest on Steadicam's and were praised by the Steadicam operators for the overall balance offered by the side-mounted transmitter.
Basingstoke, England - September 2007 |
| Stoner takes MotoGP Title in Japan Casey Stoner was crowned as MotoGP World Champion in Japan after picking up 6th place and beating title rival Valentino Rossi with three races to go.
The 21-year-old Ducati rider has won 8 races this season and beat his nearest challenger Rossi by 83 championship points.
Motegi Twin Ring Circuit, Japan - September 2007 |
| Motegi’s tunnels no match for Gigawave Digital On-board Gigawave’s Digital On-board Camera Systems are providing 100% coverage of the Motegi Twin Ring Circuit for what could be the MotoGP Championship decider in Japan. There is also 100% track coverage for the FIA GT and GT3 Championship at Brno in the Czech Republic.
Motegi Twin Ring Circuit, Japan - September 2007 |
| Digital On-board Cameras for Le Mans Series The Team Peugeot Total 908 of Marc Gene and Nicolas Minassian dominated the LMP1 class in the 1000km of Silverstone, round five of the Le Mans Series. Gene started in pole position and pulled out a large lead in the early laps, then Minassian held on to give the car its second win of the season.
Silverstone Circuit, England - September 2007 |
| Gigawave HD wows IBC 2007 As the doors closed on the busiest IBC ever, Gigawave's Sales & Marketing Director, John Rolfe reflected upon a hugely successful show. "The response from the visitors to our latest HD microwave link products was extremely positive."
IBC 2007, Amsterdam - September 2007 |
| Gigawave HD stars at BIRTV 2007 Gigawave was the only manufacturer to be demonstrating a live, true HD wireless camera system at China’s BIRTV 2007 exhibition in Beijing.
The HD D-Cam has been used at some major global events including the Red Bull Air Race World Series and the Eurovision Song Contest. Beijing, China - August 2007 |
| Gigawave rocks out at Lowlands Festival Gigawave’s D-Cam system was on hand to provide live backstage coverage, which was streamed live onto the Internet, from the Lowlands music festival in Holland.
Lowlands Festival, Holland - August 2007 |
| D-Cam sparkles at the Fireworks Championships Gigawave’s D-Cam system was on hand to capture the astonishing fireworks on display at the British Fireworks Championships held annually in Plymouth.
Plymouth, England - August 2007 |
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