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Video Cables

Summary: Video Cables

ProAV Cabling Built for Commercial and Industrial Demands
Windy City Wire supplies low-voltage SmartWire® products designed for professional audio, video, and control systems in broadcast, live events, enterprise AV, education, healthcare, worship, and entertainment venues. As a trusted low-voltage manufacturer in Bolingbrook, IL, we focus on dependable performance, streamlined installation, and long-term maintainability—so integrators, contractors, and engineers can deliver consistent results on every project.

Why SmartWire for ProAV
SmartWire is the brand name of the low-voltage cable we manufacture in the United States. Every SmartWire product is engineered for clean signal delivery, efficient pulls, and clear identification in the field—helping teams deploy pro av cable infrastructure that supports high-resolution video, low-noise audio, robust control, and power-limited speaker runs.

  • Video transport: Precision 75Ω coax options support HD/3G/6G/12G SDI cable runs with stable impedance and low attenuation for cameras, routers, and switchers.
  • Audio and intercom: Balanced, shielded constructions preserve low noise floors across long runs for reliable program audio, intercom, and mic lines.
  • Networked AV and control: Category and control pairs enable AV-over-IP, control processors, and device sync, with jacket and stripe options to standardize your installs.
  • Speaker distribution: Stranded conductors sized for distributed audio and PA systems minimize loss while maintaining flexibility for conduit and rack routing.

Installation Efficiency That Pays Off
SmartWire Glide Technology® is the cable lubrication we apply to SmartWire jackets; it reduces friction during pulls by up to 70%, helping crews finish faster with fewer re-pulls and less risk of jacket damage. FastFIND Footage Markers make footage calculations straightforward, support easy point‑to‑point measurements, and help reduce indiscriminate waste by 15–25%—so more of every 1000 FT length gets installed on the job.

Standardized, Identifiable, and Scalable
SmartWire jacket colors and stripe combinations make it simple to standardize wiring methods across projects and service calls. Need a consistent look across campuses or facilities? Contact our team to discuss custom jacket and stripe color options for SmartWire to align with your organization’s standards.

Built for the Way Professionals Work
From truck to rack to ceiling grid, SmartWire products support high-density racks, tight conduits, and long cable trays common in commercial AV. Whether you’re pulling a backbone for AV-over-IP, wiring broadcast control rooms, building stage patch points, or fabricating patch cables on site, our low‑voltage portfolio is designed to integrate cleanly with professional connectivity and termination practices. All items in this category are supplied in 1000 FT lengths.

How Windy City Wire Provides Value
- Reliable performance that protects signal integrity across video, audio, and control paths
- Labor-saving features that help keep schedules and budgets on track
- U.S.-manufactured SmartWire for consistent quality and availability
- Scalable options—from single rooms to large campuses—so you can standardize parts and simplify procurement

Plan Your Next ProAV Project with Windy City Wire
When you need pro av cable that installs quickly and performs reliably—from SDI cable runs in production spaces to control and audio infrastructure in corporate facilities—SmartWire provides a practical path to consistent results. Pair labor-saving features with U.S.-manufactured quality, clear cable identification options, and a portfolio that scales to your scope, and you have a supplier you can trust for your next project.

Solutions: Video Cables

Professional Video Cables for Demanding ProAV Environments

Windy City Wire supplies low‑voltage video cabling designed for integrators who build and support complex audiovisual systems. Our pro av cable solutions deliver consistent signal performance for high‑resolution video distribution across conference rooms, training spaces, production studios, and large venues. From camera feeds to switchers, processors, and displays, our video cables help streamline installation and long‑term service in commercial and industrial applications.

Where Video Cables Fit Within ProAV Systems

  • Conference rooms and unified communications: Connect codecs, cameras, switchers, and room displays for dependable meetings and collaboration.
  • Lecture halls and classrooms: Support consistent video to projectors, confidence monitors, and lecture capture systems.
  • Broadcast and production: Use SDI cable runs for cameras, routers, multiviewers, and recorders in control rooms and studios.
  • Live events and rental/staging: Tie cameras, switchers, LED processors, and distribution gear together for touring or event‑based deployments.
  • Video walls and digital signage: Feed processors and displays across lobbies, retail floors, casinos, stadiums, and command centers.
  • Monitoring and control rooms: Route low‑latency video to operators’ consoles and large format displays.
  • Houses of worship: Carry camera signals to switchers and IMAG displays with reliable connectivity week after week.

Industries Served

  • Corporate and enterprise: Boardrooms, training centers, and all‑hands spaces that require clean, reliable signal paths.
  • Education: Campus‑wide AV systems, lecture capture, and distance learning rooms with consistent video distribution needs.
  • Healthcare: Simulation labs, conference facilities, and education theaters where image clarity is essential.
  • Government and public sector: Courtrooms, hearing rooms, and command centers that demand dependable uptime.
  • Hospitality and entertainment: Ballrooms, event venues, casinos, and theme spaces with varied source and display locations.
  • Transportation and critical infrastructure: Operations centers and wayfinding displays that run continuously.
  • Manufacturing and industrial: Production floors, training rooms, and control spaces with rugged installation requirements.
  • Retail and QSR: Digital signage networks, video walls, and manager stations with centralized equipment racks.
  • Sports and esports: Arenas, broadcast booths, and gaming venues needing consistent camera‑to‑control room connectivity.
  • Houses of worship: Sanctuary video distribution for cameras, switchers, recorders, and overflow spaces.

Integration Roles for Video Cable in the Rack and in the Field

  • Camera to switcher runs: SDI cable provides a resilient baseband path with secure BNC terminations for camera, PTZ, and replay sources.
  • Switchers, scalers, and routers: Short interconnects and patch cables help organize signal flow in dense AV racks.
  • Distribution amplifiers and processors: Reliable links between gear keep multi‑display environments stable.
  • Projectors and large format displays: Consistent video feeds from control rooms to endpoints across auditoriums and lobbies.
  • Recording and streaming: Clean source paths maintain image quality for on‑prem and remote production workflows.

Planning Considerations for AV Designers and Installers

  • Signal path and distance: Match cable type to source format and required run lengths to maintain image quality.
  • Bandwidth and format support: Select video cable to align with HD and 4K workflows, minimizing loss and jitter.
  • EMI/RFI environment: Route video paths away from high‑voltage lines and noisy equipment; use shielding strategies appropriate to the space.
  • Termination and tooling: Use high‑quality connectors and consistent termination practices to ensure long‑term reliability.
  • Cable management: Maintain bend radius, strain relief, and service loops to support maintenance and future upgrades.

Common Use Cases

  • Auditorium or town hall space: Multiple cameras feed a switcher over SDI cable, with outputs routed to projectors, confidence monitors, and a recording/streaming encoder.
  • Command center video wall: Source devices connect to processors via pro av cable, with short patch cables organizing inputs and outputs in the rack.
  • Broadcast‑ready training studio: Cameras, replay, and graphics systems tie into a production switcher and router using SDI cable for robust, serviceable connections.

Why Choose Windy City Wire for Video Cabling

  • Built for professional installation: Designed to support consistent performance in commercial AV environments and large‑scale integrations.
  • System‑wide reliability: Stable, repeatable terminations and solid electrical performance help reduce troubleshooting and service calls.
  • Streamlined projects: From long camera home‑runs to short rack interconnects and patch cables, our portfolio supports clean designs and clear documentation.
  • Support for varied workflows: Whether you are wiring a boardroom, outfitting a studio, or feeding a video wall, our pro av cable options fit common broadcast and presentation needs.

For integrators, consultants, and facility teams, selecting the right video cabling early in design helps control costs, simplify installation, and maintain image quality over the life of the system. Windy City Wire is ready to support your next build with dependable video cable for professional AV applications, including SDI cable and the rack‑friendly patch cables that keep systems organized.

Frequently Asked Questions: Video Cables

  • How is your SmartWire ProAV cable sold on spools or in boxes?

    Our SmartWire ProAV cable is packaged in our patented RackPack carton to maximize labor savings and efficiency as part of our complete solution. Learn more about our RackPack: https://windycitywire.com/solutions/rackpack-overview

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