GatesAir Will Debut Maxiva ULXTE-G2 Transmitter
The company will unveil its next-generation liquid-cooled UHF transmitter platform on October 21 at the NAB Show New York.
Updated on Oct. 13, 2026 in Television
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GatesAir will introduce its new Maxiva ULXTE-G2 UHF transmitter family at the NAB Show New York, which takes place on October 21-22, 2026. This second generation of the liquid-cooled platform features improved power density and efficiency.
Why it matters
The platform was engineered to address elevated energy prices and the industry-wide need for lower operating costs. It builds upon the capabilities of the original ULXTE family first introduced in 2017.
The Maxiva ULXTE-G2 achieves up to 53% AC-to-RF efficiency, while its new power supplies exceed 96% efficiency. Each cabinet provides 24.5 kilowatts of output power.
The players
GatesAir
Based in Cincinnati, this company specializes in wireless over-the-air content delivery solutions for radio and television broadcasters.
The details
Engineers redesigned the RF architecture and thermal management systems, incorporating a new multicore heat exchanger and redundant pump modules. The platform includes the Maxiva XTK software-defined exciter, which supports ATSC 1.0, ATSC 3.0, DVB-T2, and ISDB-Tb standards.
Timeline
The original ULXTE transmitter family was first introduced in 2017.
The Maxiva ULXTE-G2 will be introduced at the NAB Show New York on October 21-22, 2026.
Industry Dynamics
This release continues the shift toward software-defined broadcasting and high-efficiency hardware to reduce infrastructure overhead. It positions the firm against competitors by increasing power density in a smaller footprint than previous industry standard models.
Broadcasters upgrading to this system can expect reduced energy consumption costs due to the 96% efficient power supplies. These operational savings are intended to lower the cost of maintaining over-the-air signal delivery for local stations.
The takeaway
The move toward software-defined exciter platforms allows broadcasters to switch between multiple transmission standards without replacing hardware. This flexibility is essential for stations transitioning between current signals and newer protocols like ATSC 3.0.
What happens next
GatesAir will demonstrate the Maxiva ULXTE-G2 platform at the Javits Convention Center in New York City on October 21 and 22, 2026.
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