AcriPlex Private 5G Network

AcriPlex engineers and manufactures a versatile, rugged, AC/DC-powered, plug-and-play private 5G network system (P5GN) that is easy to deploy, easy to use, and expands to cover large events. It specifically targets broadcast production (camera contribution) and live streaming but can be used in many other applications. You can use the network for many of the services involved with event coverage such as intercom, point-of-sale booths, ticket kiosks, video surveillance, audio and video connectivity, and more.

A P5GN is far superior to other wireless technologies such as WiFi, RF, and bonded cellular. While these systems have been around for many years and continue to improve they do not provide the capacity, reliability, latency, and network ability needed for demanding use cases like multi-camera contribution and AI-enhanced workflows.

With a Private 5G Network you essentially become your own cell company and control all aspects of the network. The public never logs on so there’s no congestion.  The system works in both European (N78 band)and US markets (N48 CBRS, N77, N78 bands).

Each device you want to use gets a dedicated SIM card (physical or eSIM). The private network assigns an IP address to the connected devices which allows it to route data to and from the network. This provides a high level of security and opens an entire world of IP connectivity, both locally and on the web. The network can connectdirectly to the new REMI cloud control systems now in widespread use.

A private network connects theUser Equipment within a high bandwidth low latency coverage area, then it needs to connect to the internet, external networks, or destinations like a location-based OB Van. AcriPlex incorporates several backhaul solutions like satellite(Starlink), 60GHz mmWave wireless transmission, and direct Ethernet connection using fiber (SFP+) or copper (RJ45) cables.

AcriPlex incorporates a powerful computer that runs the 5G core software built into the radio unit which reduces the amount of cabling and simplifies installation. We developed a custom air-cooling system so the computer can use an advanced AMD Ryzen CPU with AI processing on board. It has plenty of cores to run additional software locally which reduces latency. It can run local AI agents for video analysis, image recognition, and network optimization. The system is controlled remotely by anapp that runs on any device.

The power sub-system is custom designed to run on AC, DC, and solar. We had to design our own power system because off-the-shelf power supplies didn’t work in our application. The batteries can be hot-swapped for continuous operation off the grid.

We talked to rental companies to find out what they want to see and what they can readily support. The AcriPlex private 5G network system is built to excel.

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