HDC-X300 Series
HD Multi-purpose Camera
HD Multi-purpose Camera
APPLICATIONS
A range of features and system flexibility make the HDC-X300 and HDC-X310
camera systems suitable for virtually any general application.
The following are typical examples:
News Studio
Live Events
In addition to camera settings, pan/tilt/zoom
operations can be controlled remotely from
third-party pan/tilt systems, allowing the
HDC-X300/X310 camera to be easily integrated
into an automated news studio.
When displayed on large projection systems,
the high-clarity HD images captured by the
HDC-X310 camera provide impressive viewing
of live events. And by use of the Sony
AWS-G500 Anycast StationTM Live Content
Producer, these stunning images can be
seamlessly integrated with an array of PC
sources on the screen projection.
*
Interfacing the HDC-X310 to the AWS-G500 requires use
of the optional HFU-X310 Interface Unit with an
HFBK-XG1 XGA Output Board installed. In this connection,
the 1080i signal acquired with the HDC-X310 is
converted to XGA resolution.
Church Production
Although the HDC-X300/X310 offers high-
quality HD images, it is designed to be as
compact as possible. This enables it to be
installed discretely in many locations such as
houses of worship, halls, and conference
rooms.
Image Processing
The HDC-X300/X310 system can capture high-
resolution progressive images - ideal for a range
of image-processing applications such as
microscopy and general inspections.
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FEATURES
Superb Picture Quality
Low-Light Shooting
Incorporating three 1/2-inch type 1.5-mega
pixel HD CCDs, the HDC-X300/X310 offers
outstanding-quality images with a low smear
level of -120 dB and a high signal-to-noise ratio
of 52 dB.
The HDC-X300/X310 offers two convenient
functions for capturing clear images in low-light
environments - a Slow Shutter mode and a
Gain function - which can be used separately or
together. The Slow Shutter mode allows the
charge accumulation period of the CCD
Progressive Mode
(typically 1/60TH or 1/50TH second) to be
extended up to approximately two seconds
(64 frames). The Gain function allows the camera
gain to be boosted to +48 dB. When these
functions are used together, the camera offers
a stunning minimum illumination of 0.003 lx.
Incorporating Sony’s innovative Advanced
Frame Accumulation (AFA) technology, the
HDC-X300/X310 can output progressive HD
signals (25PsF/29.97PsF), 2-3 pull down-
converted signal from 23.976PsF (59.94i) in
addition to interlaced HD signals (50i/59.94i).
Interlace and progressive modes can be easily
selected from the camera setup menu.
• 50i output mode: 50i or 25PsF selectable
• 59.94i output mode: 59.94i/29.97PsF/
23.976PsF (with built-in 2-3 pull-down
function) selectable
Compact and Lightweight Design
Slow Shutter OFF
The HDC-X300/X310 is designed to be compact
and lightweight, making it ideal for capturing
HD-quality images at locations and from angles
where bulky production HD cameras cannot be
installed. This compact camera weighs only
2 lb 10 oz (1.2 kg)*, allowing easy installation
in space-constrained and awkward areas such
as on a crane head or helicopter. The supplied
tally unit can be easily detached from the
camera body, minimizing the camera size to be
fitted in, for example, a pan/tilt head or an
underwater housing.
Slow Shutter ON (64 frames)
Auto-Focus Function*
While maintaining compatibility with
* HDC-X300
interchangeable manual-focus lenses, the
HDC-X300/X310 comes packaged with a
convenient auto-focus lens. Two auto-focus
modes are available and can be selected on the
supplied lens. One-push auto-focus readjusts
the focus each time the button is pressed,
while auto-tracing focus automatically tracks
the focus in a dynamic manner.
*
Auto-focus function is only available when using the
focus servo lens VCL-719BXS included in the
HDC-X300K/X310K package.
HDC-X300/X310 with
supplied tally unit
HDC-X300/X310
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Flexible Image Controls
Optical ND Filter and
Electronic CC Function
The HDC-X300/X310 provides highly advanced
image-control functions such as matrix, a
TruEye™ feature, skin-tone detail, and color
temperature controls. These functions -
previously available only on high-end studio
cameras or camcorders - allow creative images
to be produced with high clarity.
Optimum light and color control is easily
achieved using the built-in optical Neutral
Density (ND) filter wheel and electronic Color
Correction (CC) function. The HDC-X300/X310
uses electronic color correction to eliminate the
need for optical color correction filters. This
allows all filters on the filter wheel to be ND
types, providing the operator with greater
flexibility in depth of field and exposure control.
Trigger Function
Two types of trigger modes are available with
the HDC-X300/X310, allowing synchronized
operation with external equipment. The flash
trigger input mode allows the camera to
capture a high-quality still image when
synchronized with an external flash - a function
suited for photo-booth or document-stand
applications. Another trigger mode is the
23.976PsF frame lock mode. When the
HDC-X300/X310 is set to 23.976PsF progressive
mode, the camera outputs a 2-3 pull-down
trigger signal for frame locking to other
HDC-X300/X310 cameras.
HKC-SV1 Servo Filter Unit
The HKC-SV1 is a servo unit that allows the
optical ND filters of the HDC-X300/X310 to be
controlled remotely from the RM-B750/B150
Remote Control Unit, RCP-700 Series Remote
Control Panel, or MSU-900/950 Master Setup
Unit.
Remote Control Capability
The HDC-X300/X310 is compatible with the
RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit, RCP-700
Series Remote Control Panel and MSU-900/950
Master Setup Unit. These remote controllers
cover the complete range of control parameters
that the HDC-X300/X310 provides, from basic
camera control to sophisticated operations.
HDC-X300/X310 with an optional HKC-SV1 attached
CCBF-10M/30M/50M
100M/200M/500M/1000M
Single Mode
KH19x6.7KTS-AF
Canon Motorized
x19 lens
Optical Fiber Cable
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SYSTEM VERSATILITY
The HFU-X310 is equipped with a range of
interfaces such as HD-SDI input, SD/HD genlock,
and tally inputs. It also provides an 8-pin serial
remote input to connect the RM-B750/B150,
RCP-700 Series, or MSU-900/950. Output
interfaces including HD-SDI, SD-SDI, computer
XGA, and i.LINK (HDV) are offered via optional
boards (HFBK-HD1 and HFBK-SD1) that are
installed in the two slots located on the unit’s
rear panel.
HFU-X310 Optical Interface Unit
The HFU-X310 Interface Unit is a 2U-high, half-
rack-wide unit with an optical fiber interface.
Digital data - including external sync,
Bi-directional RS-232C Pan & Tilt and camera
control signals - can be transmitted between
the HDC-X310 and the HFU-X310 via an optical
fiber cable*. This cable can be up to 1000
meters (3280 feet) long, which allows the
camera to be installed virtually anywhere
required.
*
A single mode fiber cable with LC connector is required
for the connection between the HDC-X310 and
HFU-X310.
HFU-X310 with optional boards
OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
HFBK-XG1
XGA Output Board
HFBK-TS1
i.LINK (HDV) Output Board
HFU-X310
HFBK-HD1
HFBK-SD1
SDI Output Board
Optical Fiber Interface Unit HD SDI Output Board
RM-B750
Remote Control Unit
RM-B150
Remote Control Unit
RCP-750/751
Remote Control Panel
MSU-900
Master Setup Unit
MSU-950
Master Setup Unit
HSs 18x5.5 BMB
Fujinon Motorized
x18 lens
EOP-102J-60B
Fujinon Joystick
CP-D-3A
Telemetrics Joytick
HDC-XPTZ/F
Fujinon Pan Tilt
robotics
HDC-XPTZ/T
Telemetrics Pan Tilt
robotics
Controller for HDCXPTZ/F
Controller for HDCXPTZ/T
VCT-U14
Tripod Adaptor
Requires A-8279-993-A
V-shoe adaptor and
K4x8 screw (x4)
HKC-SV1
Filter Servo Unit
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SYSTEM EXAMPLES
HD small studio operation
HFBK-HD1
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
*Commonly available
view finder (third party).
*
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
HDC-X310
Fiber cable
HFU-X310
RCP-751
Lens zoom
focus
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HFBK-SD1
SDI
Composite
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
Robotic system with discrete RS-232C** Pan & Tilt Control
HFBK-HD1
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
HDC-X310 with
HDCXPTZ/F
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
Fiber cable
HFU-X310
Power
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
RM-B750
RS-232C
Pan & Tilt
System
HFBK-SD1
Pan & Tilt
System
Controller
SDI
Composite
**Pan & Tilt System provided by Fujinon or Telemetrics
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
Remote control studio operation
HFBK-HD1
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HD-SDI
HD-SDI
HDC-X310 with
HDCXPTZ/T
HFU-X310
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
Fiber cable
Power
RS-232C**
RM-B750
Bi-directional RS-232C
Pan & Tilt control signal
carried by fiber cable
Pan & Tilt
System
Controller
Pan & Tilt
System
Power
Supply
Unit
**Pan & Tilt System
provided by Fujinon or Telemetrics
Live event operation
*
*Commonly available
view finder (third party).
HDC-X310
HFU-X310
RM-B750
HFBK-XG1
HFBK-SD1
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
SDI
XGA 15 Pin VGA Cable
IP
Audio Mixer
BVM Monitor
Anycast
Station
Projector
PC for presentation
**All products with RS-232C capability may not communicate with each other. Please refer to the
documentation that comes with any device having RS-232C capability for information on
compatibility, operating conditions and proper connection. For information on any Sony device
having RS-232C capability contact your local Sony Sales office.
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HDV production
*
*Commonly available
view finder (third party).
HDC-X310
HFU-X310
i.LINK(HDV) HVR-M25U
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HFBK-TS1
Audio Mixer
1080i, 60i, 50i
30p(60i), 24p(60i)
HD video capturing for medical microscope
i.LINK(HDV) HVR-M25U
Microscope and lens adapter available
HFBK-TS1
through third party.
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HDC-X300
HD-SDI
HFU-X310
1080i, 60i, 50i
30p(60i), 24p(60i)
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
SDI
HFBK-SD1
Field shooting
“Existing infrastructure”
HFBK-HD1
*
*Commonly available
view finder (third party).
BC fiber
HDC-X310
HD-SDI
converter box
converter box
Lens zoom
focus
(Installed in
HFU-X310)
HD-SDI
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
RM-B750
HFU-X310
HD-SDI
SDI
Composite
Fiber Cable
RGB or Y, R-Y, B-Y
Pan/Tilt System
RS-232C
Triax
XGA
i.LINK interface
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SPECIFICATIONS
HDC-X300
HDC-X310
HFU-X310
General
General
Power requirements
Power consumption
DC 12 V
Power requirements
Current consumption
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Maximum cable length
Dimensions (W x H x D)
Weight
Signal inputs/outputs
Remote
Genlock
AC 100 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz
Max. 0.6 A
+41 to +104 °F (+5 to +40 °C)
-4 to +140 °F (-20 to +60 °C)
Optical fiber cable (single mode): 3280 feet (1000 m)
7 7/8 x 3 1/2 x 8 1/2 inches (200 x 88 x 215 mm) without projection
Approx. 4 lb 6 oz (2 kg)
18 W (camera head only)
23.5 W (with the VCL-719BXS,
HKC-SV1 Filter Servo Unit, and
the RM-B750 Remote Control Unit
connected)
+14 to +113 °F (-10 to +45 °C)
-4 to +140 °F (-20 to +60 °C)
Approx. 2 lb 10 oz (1.2 kg)
(camera head only)
19 W (camera head only)
24.5 W (with the VCL-719BXS,
HKC-SV1 Filter Servo Unit, and
the RM-B750 Remote Control
Unit connected)
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Weight
Approx. 2 lb 13 oz (1.3 kg)
(camera head only)
Approx. 3 lb 15 oz (1.8 kg)
(including camera head,
tally unit)
8-pin (1)
BNC type (2), 3-level/2-level (VBS, VS)
Sync block 0.3 Vp-p (when terminated), 75 Ω, loop-through
BNC type (1) Conforming to SMPTE 292M
Single mode, LC connectors (2), send/receive
6-pin (1)
Approx. 3 lb 11 oz (1.7 kg)
(including camera head,
tally unit)
HD SDI input*
OFC
Multi-connector
AC input
Camera
Pickup device
Effective picture elements (H x V)
Optical system
Built-in filters
3-chip 1/2-inch type 1.5-megapixel CCD
1440 x 1080
F1.4 prism system
1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
Sony 1/2-inch bayonet mount
1080/59.94i, 1080/50i
3-pin (1)
Supplied accessories
Operation manual (1), OFC cover (1), M3 x 4 screws (2),
M4 x 4 screws (1), Multi-connector plug (1)
Lens mount
Signal system
* Requires upgrading
Scanning system
59.94i/23.976PsF/29.97PsF selectable at 59.94i
50i/25PsF selectable at 50i
Dimensions
Sync system
Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance)
Minimum illumination
Internal and External (3 state/VBS (BB))
F10 (typical)
0.003 lx (F1.4, +48 dB gain, with slow shutter mode at 64 frame
accumulation)
-3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48 dB
1/60 (50i mode), 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 s
2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, 32, 64 frame
50 to 200 Hz (50i mode), 60 to 200 Hz (59.94i mode)
-120 dB (typical)
HDC-X300
3 3/4 (95)
6 3/4 (171)
Gain selection
Shutter speed
Slow shutter
Clear scan
Smear level
S/N ratio
52 dB (typical)
Geometric distortion
Modulation depth at 21 MHz
Signal inputs
Genlock video
Trigger
Below measurable level (without lens)
40% (typical) (with HD SDI output)
BNC type (1), 3-level/2-level (VBS, VS)
BNC type (1), TTL level
Signal outputs
HD SDI
Video
BNC type (1), 0.8 Vp-p 10%, 75 Ω
HD D-sub 15-pin (1)
-
4 1/2 (113)
5 7/8 (147)
6 1/2 (165)
7 7/8 (197)
Y/Pr/Pb: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
R/G/B: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
HD/VD: TTL level (3 Vp-p)
Sync: 0.6 Vp-p, 75 Ω
Mini-jack (1)
Tally
HDC-X310
Other inputs/outputs
OFC
-
Single mode, LC optical
connectors (2)
3 3/4 (95)
6 3/4 (171)
Remote
Lens
DC input
8-pin (1)
14-pin (1)
DC jack (1)
VCL-719BXS (supplied with the HDC-X300K/X310K)
Focal length
6.7 to 127 mm
Zoom
Zoom ratio
Manual or power selectable
x19
Maximum aperture
Aperture
Focusing range
Filter attachment threads
Mounting
1:1.6, 1:2.1 (at telephoto end)
Manual or automatic selectable
Infinity to 5 cm
82 mm dia. 0.75 mm pitch
Sony 1/2-inch bayonet mount
2 lb 13 oz (1.34 kg) including lens food
4 1/2 (113)
5 7/8 (147)
6 1/2 (165)
8 3/8 (210)
Weight
Supplied accessories
Operation manual (1), AC adaptor (1), AC cable (1), Tally unit (1),
Number plate (1), Lens mount cap (1),
VCL-719BXS focus servo lens (1, HDC-X300K/X310K only)
Unit: inches (mm)
PIN ASSIGNMENT D-sub 15-pin
Pin number
Signal
R (X)/Y (X)
G (X)/Pb (X)
B (X)/Pr (X)
NC
Pin number
Signal
NC
GND
NC
NC
HD
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
GND
R (G)/Y (G)
G (G)/Pb (G)
B (G)/Pr (G)
VD/SYNC
NC
PIN ASSIGNMENT 8 pin remote connector
(parts no: 1-766-848-11)
1
7
2
RS-232c Output pins
1. TX 2. RX 7: GND
8
6
HDC-X300 Rear Panel
HDC-X310 Rear Panel
3
5
4
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