Media & Broadcast Power

UPS for Media & Broadcast Applications

Reliable power protection for broadcast & production

In broadcasting, even a momentary power disruption can mean costly downtime, signal loss, or compromised audio/video quality. Xtreme Power UPS solutions are purpose-built for media studios, control rooms, and transmitter sites — delivering clean, continuous, high-quality power that keeps your broadcasts live without interruption.

Broadcast control room with a multi-view monitor wall, production switcher, and operators, backed up by an Xtreme Power UPS
Continuous power protection for broadcast control rooms and media operations
Topology
Online double-conversion
Output
Pure sine wave
Capacity
1 kVA – 140 kW
Runtime
Extended · external batteries
Why It Matters

Why broadcasters need specialized UPS systems

Broadcast equipment is particularly vulnerable to power fluctuations, which makes a purpose-built broadcast UPS essential.

Voltage stabilization

Protects cameras, mixers, servers, and transmitters from surges, sags, and brownouts.

Power conditioning

Eliminates dirty power, harmonics, and EMI/RFI noise that interferes with sensitive signals.

Instant failover

Seamless power transfer keeps programming live during outages while generators start.

Scalable runtime

Add external battery cabinets for extended coverage during long-duration broadcasts.

Remote monitoring

Network cards let engineers monitor power health from anywhere.

Low-noise operation

Critical for in-studio use where background noise can’t disrupt recordings.

Recommended Systems

UPS systems for broadcast applications

For studios, control rooms & remote broadcast units

Compact 1U, online double-conversion UPS delivering clean sine-wave output. Ideal for in-studio racks and editing suites.

Lightweight 2U lithium-ion UPS with longer battery life and reduced maintenance — perfect for mobile and field broadcast units.

Clean power for control rooms, editing suites, and transmitters.

High-efficiency, compact online UPS for larger-capacity requirements.

Xtreme M90S modular UPS power modules with lit LCD displays installed in a rack
Backup power for broadcast servers, routers, and media processors
For large-scale broadcast facilities & transmitter sites

Scalable modular UPS for studios and master control rooms requiring flexible capacity.

Lithium-ion, high-efficiency three-phase UPS with a reduced footprint and lighter weight.

Enterprise-class modular systems with N+1 or 2N redundancy, designed for large broadcasters and transmitter operations.

Application Areas

Broadcast application areas

  • Transmitters — ensure signal continuity and protect advertising revenue.
  • Control rooms — keep master switching and monitoring online 24/7.
  • Studio equipment — cameras, mixers, and audio systems protected from outages and power noise.
  • Servers & storage — safeguard digital media, archives, and editing workflows.
  • Mobile units — reliable backup power during live, on-location events.
Key Advantages

Why Xtreme Power for media & broadcast

  • Online double-conversion topology — continuous regeneration of clean power.
  • Pure sine-wave output — protects sensitive A/V gear for pristine broadcast quality.
  • Hot-swappable batteries — maximize uptime without shutting down equipment.
  • Extended runtime options — keep your broadcast live through long grid failures.
  • Redundancy options — scalable designs eliminate single points of failure.

Broadcast UPS — frequently asked questions

Why do broadcast facilities need specialized UPS protection?
Broadcast and production equipment is sensitive and mission-critical — a power event can knock a signal off air or corrupt a recording. Clean, continuous UPS power keeps the signal live and protects the gear.
What size UPS does a broadcast facility need?
It ranges from a single J90 for a rack of production gear to modular M90S or M90U systems for a full control room or facility. Size the UPS to the connected load and the runtime you need to ride through or shut down cleanly.
Should broadcast UPS systems be online double-conversion?
Yes. An online UPS delivers a continuously conditioned sine wave with no transfer gap, which matters for sensitive broadcast electronics and truly uninterrupted on-air operation.
Why choose lithium for media and broadcast?
Lithium (LiFePO4) lasts longer, tolerates warm equipment rooms, and takes up less rack space than lead-acid — meaning fewer battery swaps in facilities that run around the clock.
Can a broadcast UPS scale as our facility grows?
Yes. Modular systems like the M90S and M90U let you add capacity and build in N+1 redundancy over time without replacing the entire system.
Protect Your Broadcast from Downtime

Keep your signal — and your quality — on air

Ensure uninterrupted signal and broadcast quality with an Xtreme Power UPS solution tailored to your facility. Contact us today to configure a system for your media operation.

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