Hollyland Mars 4K Overview

Enhance your gimbal, mirrorless, or DSLR camera rig with the lightweight Mars 4K Wireless Video Transmission System from Hollyland. This system provides seamless 4K30 wireless video transmission, making it an ideal choice for professional videographers.

UHD 4K Wireless Video Transmission

The Mars 4K supports UHD 4K30 video transmission via HDMI, catering to videographers who prioritize high-resolution production capabilities. It also accommodates FHD and HD formats with various frame rates, including 24, 30, and 60p. With H.264 encoding, the system can achieve bit rates ranging from 8 to 20 MB/s in HD/Balance/Speed scene modes.

Long Range and Low Latency

With a line-of-sight transmission range of up to 450 feet and an ultra-low latency of just 0.06 seconds, you can achieve impressive performance. The upgraded dual-core codec chip ensures a default data transfer rate of 12 MB/s while also supporting adjustable ranges from 8 to 20 MB/s.

HDMI and SDI interfaces

The Mars 4K features both HDMI and SDI input and output options, enhancing connectivity and compatibility. The SDI ports allow for greater flexibility in frame rates, meeting broadcast and production standards throughout both production and post-production phases.

Broadcast and production frame rate compatibility

Both the transmitter’s HDMI and SDI interfaces support a range of frame rates: 23.98/29.97/59.94 fps. The receiver can output these frame rates simultaneously through both SDI and HDMI, with the 3G-SDI port accommodating professional equipment like video switches.

Durable Design

Form Factor

A corrosion-resistant housing enhances the durability of the Mars 4K. Its compact design optimizes functionality for quick setups, featuring stable, wiggle-free, bullet-styled antennas.

Smart channel scanning

The system incorporates smart channel assignment options, enabling interference-free transmission. Upon startup, the device automatically establishes a stable connection. The device performs an intelligent channel scan to identify the occupied frequencies, thereby guaranteeing optimal performance.

Power and connectivity options are versatile.

The Mars 4K supports a variety of DC power options, including 6 to 16 VDC coax input, L-series/NP-F batteries, and USB-C chargers. Additionally, the USB-C port allows connection to a USB drive for firmware upgrades.

User-Friendly Interface

Color Touchscreen LCD

A color touchscreen LCD, featuring an intuitive user interface, equips the system for quick configuration and status checks. A gamepad-style button enhances the operational setup experience, displaying essential information such as channel, device signal, battery life, video format, application mode, and more.

App Monitoring Capabilities

The Hollyview app for Android and iOS provides real-time monitoring of your video transmission on smartphones and tablets. It supports various transmission configurations:

• Transmitter to 1 receiver + 2 apps
• Transmitter to 4 apps
• The Mars M1 wireless transceiver monitors one receiver and two apps.

FAQs for Hollyland Mars 4K Wireless Video Transmission System

1. What video resolutions does the Mars 4K Wireless Video support?

The Mars 4K supports UHD 4K30 video transmission via HDMI, as well as FHD and HD formats at various frame rates, including 24, 30, and 60p.

2. What is the maximum wireless video transmission range of the Mars 4K?

The Mars 4K has a line-of-sight transmission range of up to 450 feet (approximately 137 meters).

3. What is the Mars 4K wireless video system’s latency?

The system boasts an ultra-low latency of just 0.06 seconds, ensuring minimal delay between the transmitter and receiver.

4. How does the Mars 4K wireless video interact with my camera?

The Mars 4K has HDMI and SDI input ports for the transmitter, as well as HDMI and SDI output ports for the receiver, allowing for versatile connectivity with various camera rigs.

5. Can I monitor the video transmission on my mobile device?

Yes! You can use the Hollyview app for iOS and Android to monitor your video transmission in real time on your smartphone or tablet.

6. What power options are available for the Mars 4K?

The Mars 4K supports multiple power options, including 6 to 16 VDC coax input, L-series/NP-F batteries, and USB-C chargers for flexible power solutions.

7. Is the Mars 4K durable?

Yes, the corrosion-resistant housing of the Mars 4K makes it durable for a variety of production environments.

8. How does the smart channel scanning feature work?

The smart channel scanning feature automatically detects occupied frequencies upon startup, allowing for interference-free transmission and stable connectivity.

9. What information can I see on the touchscreen display?

The color touchscreen LCD displays vital information, including channel settings, device signal strength, battery life, video format, application mode, and more for easy monitoring and configuration.

10. With the Mars 4K, can I use multiple devices?

Yes, the Mars 4K supports various transmission configurations, allowing you to connect multiple apps and receivers simultaneously. For example, you can transmit to one receiver plus two apps or four apps at the same time.