Company Overview

Athens, Aug 2004 - In Olympic and Paralympics Games "Athens 2004", PTS played a major support role. In co-operation with RIEDEL Communications, provided the installation and operation of wired communication systems, for the games and test events.

• Digitization Of The Historical Archive
• Production Studio (PATRA)
• D-SNG Vehicle
• MVL-D2
• Digital Portable Microwave Links
• Electronic Field Production OB VAN - 6 Cameras

Transportable Cellular Sites (or Cell on Wheels -COW), following our coach-building process, have been designed to provide quick, secured and full intergraded solutions, offering cost-effective construction which can be rapidly installed (single person operation) and set up to be operational within minutes upon arrival.

Perfectly used as temporary cellular sites such as for special events, emergency situations or disaster areas.

The design of Telescopic (pneumatic) mast (varying in different heights), with the MW link mounted on motorized pan tilt base with remote control, and multiple antenna capacity, has proven this to be an ideal system to support or restore critical mobile communications.

Each Vehicle is fully enclosed, with spacious, climate controlled interiors for comfort and efficiency. The enclosed design provides security and protection on electronics and equipment and storage space for spare antennas, RF cables and other components during transport.

The interior accommodates two full isolated areas. The compact diesel generator provides power for all telecom and non telecom equipment plus HVAC system and lighting. Platform on the roof of vehicle provides convenient access for deploying and stowing antenna systems and cables. Outriggers quickly stabilize the vehicle at site, while additional guyed wires (optional) stabilize the telescopic mast.

The Vehicles are expertly integrated with complete electrical wiring, generator systems, HVAC, pneumatic mast for the antennas and MW Link, and electronics racks to support your choice of Telecom Equipment. The Vehicles delivered are ready for operation or may be delivered rack-ready, allowing you to install your own Telecom equipment.

All Vehicles are custom engineered by PTS’s experienced team, to accommodate your needs and specifications. The selection of the specific vehicle’s chassis and size is dependent upon the equipment size and payload requirements. Regardless of your equipment needs, all controls and major equipment elements are designed for intuitive operation, placed for easy access and thoroughly tested for reliability and ease of maintenance.

Study & Design

Each vehicle is customized according to your demands and its coach-building is based on detailed mechanical, AC/DC electrical and electronics CAD drawings. Our engineers use documented processes to guide you from the definition of your needs, to the design and construction of a solution.

Operation Area

The operation area is separated form the power area at the back of the vehicles and is fully insulated (thermal & sound). Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, are designed so that we can ensure that the equipment and the operators are working under proper conditions. Special attention has paid, to achieve an ergonomically operation area with easy access to controlling and monitoring systems

Monitoring Systems

Internal and external security systems for intruder alarm, smoke detectors, over temperature detectors, and stowage alarm systems to warn the operator of antennas, jack, mast deployment and door closures.

Mast System

The Telescopic –Pneumatic- mast varies on type, depending on the desired antenna height and the workload at the top. PTS’s engineering team have design an advanced extension at the top of the mast, fully motorised, ensuring the pre installation of antennas and cables, reducing the needed installation time at the field. PTS also provides metal brackets and auxiliaries to mount various types of your antennas to the mast.

MW Link

The MW Dish is mounted constantly at the extension and is fully remote controlled by a 3-axis motorized Pan Tilt Head, ensuring 360^o Azimuth range and up/down mechanical tilt.

Special Vehicle based on a VW Transporter chassis, delivered for HELLAS SAT to establish critical Telecommunications in emergency conditions, by recovering Satellite communication at selected area, providing thus VoIP & mobile communications (GSM over IP), Wi-Fi & Internet connection (2Mbps).

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ENG Vehicles, following our coach-building process, have been designed to provide quick, secured and full intergraded solutions, offering cost-effective construction which can be rapidly installed and set up to be operational within minutes upon arrival.

Perfectly used for outside Electronic News Gathering (ENG) transmitting directly to Broadcaster’s control room, live video feeding news events, emergency or disaster situations.

The design of Telescopic-pneumatic mast (varying in different heights), with the MW link mounted on motorized pan tilt head with remote control, has proven this to be an ideal system to support the live broadcasting.

Each Vehicle is fully enclosed, with spacious, climate controlled interiors for comfort and efficiency. The enclosed design provides security and protection on electronics and equipment and storage space for spare parts, cables and other components during transport.

The interior accommodates two full isolated areas. The compact diesel generator provides power for all Electronic and non electronic equipment plus HVAC system and lighting. Platform on the roof of vehicle provides convenient access to inspect Link systems and cables. Outriggers quickly stabilize the vehicle at site.

The Vehicles are expertly integrated with complete electrical wiring, generator systems, HVAC, pneumatic mast for Link, and electronics racks to support your choice of Broadcast Equipment.

All Vehicles are custom engineered by PTS’s experienced team, to accommodate your requirements and specifications. The selection of the specific vehicle’s chassis and size is dependent upon the equipment size and payload requirements. Regardless of your equipment needs, all controls and major equipment elements are designed for user friendly operation, placed for easy access and maintenance and thoroughly tested for their reliability. The Vehicles delivered are ready for operation providing extra support and training for operators.

Study & Design

Each vehicle is customized according to your demands and its coach-building is based on detailed mechanical, AC/DC electrical and electronics CAD drawings. Our engineers use documented processes to guide you from the definition of your requirements, to the design and construction of a solution.

Operation Area

The operation area is separated form the power area at the back of the vehicles and is fully insulated (thermal & sound). Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, are designed so that we can ensure that the equipment and the operators are working under proper conditions. Special attention has paid, to achieve an ergonomically operation area with easy access to controlling and monitoring systems

Monitoring Systems

Internal and external security systems for intruder alarm, smoke detectors, over temperature detectors, and stowage alarm systems to warn the operator of antennas, jack, mast deployment and door closures.

Mast System

The Telescopic (Pneumatic) mast varies on type, depending on the desired antenna height and the workload at the top.

MW Link

The MW Link is mounted constantly at the top of mast and is fully remote controlled by a 3-axis motorized Pan Tilt Head, ensuring 360^o Azimuth range and up/down mechanical tilt.

Electronic Field Production (EFP) is referring to television productions which take place outside from a formal studio, in a practical location or special venue, transmitting directly to Broadcaster’s control room, live video feeding.

Typical applications of electronic field productions include i.e. nominations, concerts, major newsmaker interviews, political conventions and sporting events.

EFP Vehicles, following our coach-building process, have been designed to provide full intergraded solutions, offering cost-effective construction, emphasising on high-quality, multi camera photography, advanced graphics and sound.

Each Vehicle is fully enclosed, with spacious, climate controlled interiors for comfort and efficiency. The enclosed design provides security and protection on electronics and equipment and storage space for spare parts, cables and other components during transport.

The Vehicles are expertly integrated with complete electrical wiring, generator systems, HVAC and electronics racks to support the client’s choice of Broadcast Equipment.

All Vehicles are custom engineered by PTS’s experienced team, to accommodate client’s needs and specifications. The selection of the specific vehicle’s chassis and size is dependent upon the equipment size and payload requirements. Regardless of client’s equipment needs, all controls and major equipment elements are designed for user friendly operation, placed for easy access and maintenance and thoroughly tested for their reliability. The Vehicles delivered are ready for operation providing extra support and training.

Study & Design

Each vehicle is customized according to the clients’ demands and its coach-building is based on detailed mechanical, AC/DC electrical and electronics CAD drawings. Our engineers use documented processes to guide our clients from the definition of their need, to the design and construction of a solution.

Operation Area

The operation area is separated form the power area at the back of the vehicles and is fully insulated (thermal & sound). Lighting, heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system, are designed so that we can ensure that the equipment and the operators are working under proper conditions. Special attention has paid, to achieve an ergonomically operation area with easy access to controlling and monitoring systems

SNG vehicles are trucks that can be identified from a large motorized satellite Dish mounted on top of roof. SNG vehicles work by unfolding their antenna and pointing towards to one of the geostationary communication satellites to transmit remote video to the Studio.

Each SNG we develop is completely customized to accommodate your needs and specifications. We offer a variety of choices of equipment (with regards to satellite encoders, transmission standards etc) allowing us to work closely with you to develop a completely unique SNG vehicle, designed to meet your specific set of.

The selection of the specific vehicle’s chassis and size is dependent upon the equipment size and payload requirements. Our specialized engineering team offer design and integration solutions for any situation and the result is extremely versatile and compact with the ability to fit into a small 4W-drive SUV or VAN.

Regardless of your equipment needs, all controls and major equipment elements are designed for user friendly operation, placed for easy access and maintenance and thoroughly tested for their reliability.

Each Vehicle is fully enclosed, with spacious, climate controlled interiors for comfort and efficiency. The enclosed design provides security and protection on electronics and equipment and storage space for spares and other components during transport. The compact diesel generator provides power for all telecom and non telecom equipment plus HVAC system and lighting.

Study & Design

Each vehicle is customized according to your demands and its coach-building is based on detailed mechanical, AC/DC electrical and electronics CAD drawings. Our engineers use documented processes to guide you from the definition of your requirements, to the design and construction of a solution.

Operation Area

The operator’s area is separated form the power & storage area at the back of the vehicles and is fully insulated (thermal and sound insulation). Heating, ventilation and air-conditioning system are designed so that we can ensure that the equipment and the operators are working under proper conditions.

Monitoring Systems

Internal and external security sensors for intruder alarm, smoke detectors, over temperature detectors, and stowage alarm systems to warn the operator of antennas, jack, and door closures.

Antenna Systems

All vehicles are based on Vislink antennas. NewSwift is a motorized with full 3 axis control, ensuring full 360^o Azimuth range, low profile and lightweight antenna. The range of sizes is 0.9m, 1.2m, 1.5m and 2.0m. It is capable of housing fully redundant phase combined HPA systems.

Uplink Systems

You can choose from a single thread to a fully redundant system. Also GPS based auto satellite acquisition package is available.

Baseband Systems

SNG Vans are equipped with complete monitoring and test baseband equipment. The termination panel at the external right side of the vehicle provides external connections of video, audio and talkback signals. We can also provide bi-directional fibre optic system to connect the van with OB vehicles.

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PTS offers a complete range of equipment for broadcasting industry, production and post production companies.

We combine leading edge technology and the highest level of expertise, offering integrated solutions for production studios, post production facilities, master control and more (i.e. real-time graphics solutions, virtual studio solutions).

PTS holds a proven track record delivering such turn key projects. The integration team handles every issue of the implementation of a complete Production or Post Production Facility. Our engineers pay special attention to each aspect of the designed systems that need to interact seamlessly, in order to ensure a result that fully suits your workflow requirements.

We offer services for realistic layouts, equipment planning, equipment selection, design, installation and commissioning, training and support.

In addition to the implementation of new facilities, we also specialize in HD Upgrades for clients looking to step into the rapidly expanding world of High Definition.

PTS can help you control your entire facility and centralize your entire operations in a master control room.  It doesn’t matter if you're using Control Room just for monitoring purposes or as a multi-function room, our engineers will provide you with the best available solutions. We will help you select the proper equipment for the Master Control, and integrate everything with your existing equipment so you leave nothing essential out of your control room.

The integration team handles every issue of the implementation of a complete Master Control Room. Our engineers pay special attention to each aspect of the designed control rooms, in order to ensure a result that fully suits your requirements. There are different parts that need to work together seamlessly in order a Master Control Room to be a success.  To ensure this, we work close with you, to design the best possible solutions for each part of your Master Control Room.  We take care of everything like overall layout, the monitoring system, the furniture, the storage solutions, paying attention to ergonomic design, in order to set up a 24-hour automated playout system.

During the past 15 years development in broadcast market  we have create a wide range  of partnerships, so we keep the choice to select the equipment that best suits your requirements, rather than promoting a specific manufacturer.  We work close to you to design the workflows and select the most suitable equipment and software that will combine to create the finest solution available.

We provide custom solutions for smaller clients, up to large installations, where dozens of monitors and workstations are required.  The integration team combines all of the equipment working together, finishing all of the wiring and cabling installations having a very professional and clean view upon completion.

In addition to implementing Master Control Rooms from the “scratch”, we can upgrade form SD to HD or expand existing systems.  As the HD technology becomes the norm, upgrading is often a necessary decision in order to keeping up with the rest of the market. Whether you are looking to just add a few monitors or change with new LCD, or give to your control room a complete renovation, we are confident that we have a solution that fits your needs. PTS has significant experience in handling such system upgrades and our expertise is certain to benefit you greatly.