Overcome Broadcast Issues Using Specialized Antennas
This page includes antenna specifications and information for Standard Antennas and Long Range Antennas for current Multiverse wireless DMX products, Legacy Antennas for SHoW DMX products, Antenna Accessories, and a useful Antenna Adapter Selection Matrix chart and reference connector information at the bottom.
For more accessories for wireless DMX, refer to the Wireless DMX Accessories product page.
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I. Standard Antennas
These antennas come standard with current Multiverse wireless DMX products.
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5729 2dBi Indoor Omni 2.3"
2dBi Indoor Omni 2.3"
Part Number: 5729
Frequency: 2.4GHz
RP-SMA Male plug
The 2dBi/4dBi Omni Broadband Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5980) is the standard antenna for City Theatrical products:
- Multiverse® Node (P/Ns 5902 and 6903)
- Multiverse Transmitter (P/Ns 5910, 5911, and 5912)
This Omni-directional Dual Band Antenna allows the user to receive or broadcast on the 2.4GHz (for worldwide use) radio band or the 900MHz (for use in the Americas only) radio band. Its connection is made using a RP-SMA male plug.
Dimensions:
- Length (fully extended) : 86mm (3.4in)
- Length (bent at 90°): 60mm (2.3 in)
- Width (bent at 90°): 31mm (1.2 in)
- Thickness (widest part): 10mm (0.4 in)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna Type: Dipole antenna
- Frequency Range: 2400~2480MHz
- V.S.W.R.: < 2.0
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Type of Radiation: Omni-directional
- Electrical Wave: ¼
- Frequency/Gain: 2400~2480MHz: 2dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: RP-SMA Male
Product Information:
- Color: Black
- Use Environment: Indoor
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to + 70°C
- IP Rating: IP50
- Warranty: One year
Radiation Patterns @2.4GHz
P/N 5729 Cut Sheet
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5980 Omni Broadband Antenna for Multiverse Node and Transmitter
2dBi/4dBi Omni Broadband Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band
Part Number: 5980
Frequency: 900MHz/2.4GHz
RP-SMA Male plug
The 2dBi/4dBi Omni Broadband Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5980) is the standard antenna for City Theatrical products:
- Multiverse® Node (P/Ns 5902 and 6903)
- Multiverse Transmitter (P/Ns 5910, 5911, and 5912)
This Omni-directional Dual Band Antenna allows the user to receive or broadcast on the 2.4GHz (for worldwide use) radio band or the 900MHz (for use in the Americas only) radio band. Its connection is made using a RP-SMA male plug.
Dimensions:
- Length (fully extended): 145mm (5.7 in)
- Width (bent at 90°): 30.7mm (1.2 in)
- Thickness (widest part): 10mm (0.4 in)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna type: Monopole antenna
- Frequency Range: 902~928MHz / 2400~2500MHz
- V.S.W.R: <= 2.0
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Type of Radiation: Omni-directional
- Electrical Wave: 1/4
- Frequency/Gain: 900~928MHz: 2dBi; 2400~2500MHz: 3-4dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: RP-SMA Male
Product Information:
- Color: Black
- Use Environment: Indoor
- Operating Temperature Range: -20℃ to + 65℃
- Storage Temperature Range: -30℃ to + 70℃
- IP Rating: IP50
- Warranty: One year
5983 Omni Broadband Antenna for Multiverse Vero
2.5dBi/2.5dBi Omni Broadband Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz
Part Number: 5983
Frequency: 900MHz/2.4GHz
Identifying Connectors
The 2.5dBi/2.5dBi Omni Broadband Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5983) is the standard antenna for City Theatrical:
- Multiverse Vero Transceiver (P/Ns 7400-5902 and 7400-5903)
wireless DMX devices
Its connection is made
using an N-connector, male plug.
This Omni-directional Dual Band Antenna allows
the user to receive or broadcast on the 2.4GHz (for
worldwide use) radio band or the 900MHz (for use
in the Americas only) radio band.
Dimensions:
- Length: 180mm (7.1 in)
- Thickness (widest part): 22mm (0.8 in)
- Thickness (thinnest part): 9.2mm (0.4 in)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna Type: External Dipole
- Antenna Frequency Range: 902~928 / 2400~2480MHz
- V.S.W.R.: < 2.5
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Type of Radiation: Omni-directional
- Frequency/Gain: 902~928MHz: 2.5dBi; 2400~2480MHz: 2.5dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: N-Connector Male
Product Information:
- Color: Ivory
- Use Environment: Outdoor
- Operating temperature range: -30℃ to + 80℃
- Storage temperature range: -40℃ to + 80℃
- IP Rating: IP67
- Warranty: One year
5984 Omni Broadband "Stubby" Antenna
1.8dBi/3.8dBi Omni Broadband "Stubby" Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band
Part Number: 5984
Frequency: 900MHz/2.4GHz
RP-SMA Male plug
The 1.8dBi/3.8dBi Omni Broadband “Stubby” Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5984) works with City Theatrical:
- Multiverse Studio Receiver (P/N 5904 and 5905), as the standard antenna
- Multiverse Transmitter (P/Ns 5910, 5911, and 5912), as an optional aftermarket antenna
This "Stubby" Antenna brings the advanced features of the Multiverse wireless DMX/RDM system to the film and video world. Its connection is made using a RP-SMA male plug.
The Multiverse Studio Receiver’s standard Dual Band Antenna allows the user to receive a single universe on the 2.4GHz (for worldwide use) radio band or the 900MHz (for use in the Americas only) radio band.
Dimensions:
- Length: 41.8mm (1.65 in)
- Width: 13.1mm (0.52 in)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna type: Monopole antenna
- Frequency Range: 902~928MHz / 2400~2480MHz
- V.S.W.R: <= 2.5
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Type of Radiation: Omni-directional
- Electrical Wave: ¼
- Frequency/Gain: 902~928MHz:1.2~1.8dBi, 2400~2480MHz: 2.7~3.8dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: RP-SMA Male
Product Information:
- Color: Black
- Use Environment: Indoor, Outdoor (splashproof, not for permanent outdoor use)
- Operating temperature range: -20℃ to + 65℃
- Storage temperature range: -30℃ to + 70℃
- IP Rating: IP61
- Warranty: One year
II. Long Range Antennas
These specialized antennas either increase wireless DMX broadcast range or focus radio energy to a specific area.
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5981 Panel Antenna
Antenna, Panel, 900MHz/2.4GHz, 6.8dBi/8.5dBi
Part Number: 5981
Frequency: 900MHz/2.4GHz
N-Connector Female
The 7dBi/8dBi Panel Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5981) is a broadband, low VSWR, directional antenna with a 60º Beam spread. While it is designed for for outdoor reception, it can be used for indoor or outdoor projects.
These antennas can be used with a single transmitter in a pair with a splitter to send the radio signal in two different directions (i.e. two sides of a building with the transmitter mounted at the corner).
The 5981 Panel Antenna comes with mounting bracket and attached 6” lead with an N-Connector, Female. To connect to Multiverse SHoW Baby, Multiverse Node, Multiverse Studio Receiver, Multiverse Transmitter, Multiverse Vero Transceiver, or legacy SHoW DMX Neo Tx or Rx, this antenna requires a P/N 5638 Antenna Adapter Cable. Connecting to legacy SHoW DMX Vero devices requires a P/N 5641 Antenna Adapter Cable.
The 8dBi Panel is legal in the EU with the use of a splitter. When using high gain antennas, be certain that the EIRP of your system is within permissible limits of your local regulatory body. If you have specific application questions, please contact City Theatrical’s engineering department for guidance.
Dimensions:
- Length: 210mm (8.3 in)
- Width: 180mm (7.1 in)
- Depth: 43mm (1.7 in)
- Cable/Pigtail Length: 30cm (11.8in)
- Antenna Weight: 0.87kg (1.92lbs.)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna Type: Broadband, low VSWR, for outdoor reception, antenna
- Frequency Range: 902~928 / 2400~2480MHz
- V.S.W.R.: <= 1.5
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Frequency/Gain: 902~928MHz: 7dBi; 2400~2480MHz: 8dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: N-Connector, Female
Product Information:
- Color: White
- Use Environment: Indoor/Outdoor
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to + 60°C
- IP Rating: IP63
- Warranty One year
5982 Yagi Antenna
Antenna, Yagi, 900MHz/2.4GHz, 11dBi
Part Number: 5982
Frequency: 900MHz/2.4GHz
N-Connector Female
The 11Bi Yagi Antenna, 900MHz/2.4GHz, Dual Band (P/N 5982) is a highly directional antenna, with a 35º Beam width. Yagi antennas focus most of their energy forward producing a highly directional, narrow beam. It is a good choice for very long range broadcasts to fixed targets. These antennas can be used for indoor or outdoor projects.
The 5982 Yagi Antenna comes with a mounting bracket and an attached 6” lead with an N-Connector, Female. To connect to Multiverse SHoW Baby, Multiverse Node, Multiverse Studio Receiver, Multiverse Transmitter, Multiverse Vero Transceiver, or legacy SHoW DMX Neo Tx or Rx, this antenna requires a P/N 5638 Antenna Adapter Cable. Connecting to legacy SHoW DMX Vero devices requires a P/N 5641 Antenna Adapter Cable.
When using high gain antennas, be certain the EIRP of your system is within permissible limits of your local regulatory body.
Dimensions:
- Length: 410mm (16.1 in)
- Width: 210mm (8.3 in)
- Depth: 65mm (2.6 in)
- Antenna Weight 0.9kg (2.0lbs.)
Electrical Specs:
- Antenna Type: Broadband, high directive antenna, for outdoor reception
- Frequency Range: 902~928 / 2400~2480MHz
- V.S.W.R.: <= 1.5
- Impedance: 50 OHM
- Frequency/Gain: 1902~928MHz: 11dBi; 2400~2480MHz: 11dBi
- Polarization: Vertical
- Identifying Connector: N-Connector, Female
Product Information:
- Color: White
- Use Environment: Indoor/Outdoor
- Operating Temperature Range: -40°C to + 60°C
- IP Rating: IP63
- Warranty: One year
III. Legacy Antennas
Legacy Antennas were standard with legacy SHoW DMX wireless DMX products.
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5731 4dBi Indoor Omni Antenna (legacy)
4dBi Indoor Omni Antenna (legacy)
RP-SMA Male plug
5732 4.5dBi Outdoor Omni Antenna (legacy)
Azimuth Patterns
Elevation Patterns
4.5dBi Outdoor Omni Antenna (legacy)
This antenna is designed and intended for use outdoors.
Identifying Connectors
IV. Antenna Accessories
Accessories that make antenna installations more seamless.
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5637 Antenna Splitter
Antenna Splitter
Connect two antennas to one transmitter. This decreases the output to each antenna by 50%, but can allow you to broadcast "around corners."
All three connectors are N-Connector Female.
Identifying Connectors
5638 Antenna Adapter Cable
Antenna Adapter Cable, RPSMA (M) to N (M) 36", LMR-200
Identifying Connectors
5641 Antenna Adapter Cable
Antenna Adapter Cable, N (M) to (N) M, 36", LMR-200
Identifying Connectors
The 5641 Antenna Adapter Cable is 36" long with N-Connector Males at each end.
The 5641 Antenna Adapter Cable adapts from SHoW DMX Vero or Vero Net's N-Connector Female to the female N-Connector on a Panel or Yagi Antenna.
5639 Antenna Splitter
N-Connector Male to N-Connector Male
Identifying Connectors
Antenna Adapter Selection Matrix (PDF)
The Antenna Adapter Selection Matrix chart shows which antennas and antenna accessories work with Multiverse Wireless DMX/RDM products, as well as Legacy SHoW DMX SHoW Baby, Neo, and Vero products.
Click to open the chart below, and follow these instructions:
1. Select a wireless DMX device from the left column.
2. The row for that device will indicate which adapters are necessary to use each antenna/adaptor listed in the top row.
3. If the cell is gray, that antenna will not work with your selected device.
Antenna Connectors:
N-Connector Female
- Threads outside
- Smaller neck
- Hole in center
N-Connector Female
N-Connector Male
- Threads outside
- Larger neck
- Pin in center
N-Connector Male
RP-SMA Female
- Threads outside
- Smaller neck
- Hole in center
RP-SMA Female plug
RP-SMA Male
- Threads inside
- Larger neck
- Pin in center
RP-SMA Male plug
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