La Voz Kids features approximately 140 young vocalists between ages 7 and 15 who are competing for a recording contract and a cash prize to support their education. The second season premiered with over three million viewers on Telemundo.

PWS supplied a range of wireless gear for the show and managed frequencies across the three sound stages, each which were approximately 500 to 1000 feet apart. PWS provided nearly 50 Shure wireless microphones for the performers throughout the show’s duration. In addition, PWS supplied the show with 40 Telex BTR-800 wireless beltpacks, 32 of which were used on the main stage by the lighting, audio and production crews, camera operators and stage managers.

To streamline workflow operations, PWS also tied the intercoms into the main PA system, so that the stage announcers’ audio could be projected through the sound system to efficiently communicate with everyone on-location. This proved particularly essential during rehearsals.

In providing its wireless services for the three-phase entertainment show, PWS coordinated and managed a total of 200 frequencies, which included all the performances as well as additional ENG gear that was used to wire up the families to have them reflect on their son/daughter’s most recent performance.

PWS’ main RF Coordinator John Garrido faced two main challenges while on set. One of the biggest hurdles centered on the show’s three-phase approach. Each phase or round of the competition was hosted on an entirely new set in order to give the show a fresh look as it progressed. “In between each phase and subsequent rebuild, all of the wiring and equipment had to be reconfigured,” says Garrido. “It was a big task for us, but one that we were happy to take on.”

The show’s location also presented PWS with frequency coordination challenges. “The show was filmed in the middle of Universal Studios, with other shows taping all around La Voz Kids on different, close-by stages,” adds Garrido. “Universal Studios manages approximately 400 frequencies, on a regular basis, and though we were coordinating and managing approximately 200 for La Voz Kids, we always had to be on guard to ensure that surrounding shows’ frequencies were not causing interference.

PWS supplied and deployed a majority of its own RF equipment, including a combination of its Domed and Helical Antennas. All in-ear monitors, as well as the Telex BTR outputs were run through GX-8 Combiners for transmission. In addition, PWS utilized its DB Series Multicouplers for all microphone and Telex BTR zoning and distribution. Throughout the show, PWS relied on its own Intermodulation Analysis Software System (IAS), a complete frequency management tool that helps coordinators quickly choose the clear frequencies for each specific wireless system and tuning range.

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