In our continuing effort to improve coverage of the SCCA Runoffs, Apex Broadcast is adding live on-board cameras to the 2023 production. These camera systems have been used extensively in our coverage of professional racing series. Unlike consumer-grade solutions, our on-board cameras provide ultra-low latency, broadcast-quality images appropriate for use in live TV production. We're very excited to bring this technology to the Runoffs.
We have a limited number of camera systems available and not all cars will be able to accommodate an installation.
Competitors receiving on-board cameras will be charged a fee of $1,200 per installation. This fee helps cover the cost of our technicians, bandwidth, and equipment wear.
We will make every reasonable effort to feature your camera during the race broadcast. In the unlikely event that the camera fails before the halfway point of the race, your fee will be refunded. You will
not be charged for damage to our equipment unless you or your crew does something grossly negligent or willfully malicious (eg, moving the equipment without our knowledge, accidentally drilling a hole in the camera, etc).
Installations will be performed on the evening before your race by our technicians. Your help and supervision is encouraged during the installation process. Our technicians will start the camera on the race grid, 10 minutes before the grid is released. We will remove the camera post-race, after your car is weighed, with the permission and supervision of your crew and SCCA tech officials.
Our on-board systems are mounted to the roll cage and can be easily installed in most GT and production vehicles. They are not suitable for formula cars, but they may be installed in some sports racers with available clamping surfaces and suitable space. Please review the following specifications and images to ensure that the system will fit your car.
Specifications:
1. Encoder and battery pack. 8x5x6". Clamped to 1-2" diameter round or square tube. The location must be easily accessible on the grid. The encoder must remain dry and the location must remain reasonably cool (under 110 deg F). Encoders installed in open cockpit cars may be bagged for protection.
2. Camera. 7x2x6". Clamped to 1-2" diameter round or square tube. The location should have a good forward view, approximately the same height as the driver's eyes, with no major obstructions.
3. Microphone and cable bundle. 7x2x2". Zip-tied to cage.
4. 2x LTE modems. 4x2.5x1", ea. Zip-tied to forward and rearward cage braces near front and rear windows in closed cockpit cars. Zip-tied to main hoop in open cockpit cars.
Total system weight: 6 lbs.
If you would like to proceed after reviewing the cost and system requirements, please fill out the contact form at the bottom of this page.
