Sony HDC-1500 User Manual
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HDC-1000 Series
World-class HD Camera System
HDC-1500
HDC-1000
Sony HDC-1000 Series
A Family of HD Production Tools
A major reason for this popularity is the wide
range of system parts which allow customers
to configure an HD camera system for
almost any application they require. These
parts include a selection of viewfinders, two
Camera Control Units, six Remote Control
Panels as well as comprehensive connectivity and control options and interfaces for
Hybrid Fibre and Triax cabling. The innovative Large Lens and CRT adapters allow a
portable camera to be docked with Studio
peripherals almost instantly. No re-cabling
or adjustment is required thanks to the camera ‘hot-shoe’ electrical interface and
lens registration features.
No less important is the ability to capture
superb images in all world wide standards,
both progressive and interlaced, in 1080 or
720 formats and at multiple frame rates.
The amazing picture quality achieved
by this new camera system is due to the
development of an improved CCD and a
completely new Digital Signal Processing
LSI. The CCD is capable of capturing full HD
resolution (1080 x 1920) images at up 60
progressive frames per second in the normal
camera and 180 interlaced frames per
second in the unique, 3 x slow motion
camera. The DSP in turn allows the camera
operator unparalleled freedom of control
over the ‘look’ of the images without
unwanted side effects. New user functions
include multi matrix and variable black
gamma.
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Studio Camera Large Lens/Viewfinder Adaptor
Portable Cameras
HDLA-1507
(for HDVF-700A/9900)
HDC-1000
Optical-fibre interface
1080/50i, 59.94i
1080/23.98P, 24P, 25P, 29.97P
1080/50P*, 59.94P*
720/50P, 59.94P
HDLA-1505
(for HDVF-C950W/C730W)
HDLA-1500
(for HDVF-700A/9900)
HDC-1500
Optical-fibre interface
1080/50i, 59.94i
1080/23.98P, 24P, 25P, 29.97P
1080/50P*, 59.94P*
720/50P, 59.94P
HDC-1550
Triax interface
1080/50i, 59.94i
1080/23.98P, 24P, 25P, 29.97P
720/50P, 59.94P
HDC-1450
Triax interface
1080/50i
720/50P
HDC-1400
Optical-fibre interface
1080/50i
720/50P
The Sony HDC-1000 system camera family is based on more than 20 years of development
of HD TV systems and has been the first choice for literally hundreds of broadcasters for both studio
and OB applications. Many thousands of HDC-1000 systems have been sold around the world
since the introduction in 2005 and the family has continued to improve and grow since then.
Recent additions include the acclaimed HDC-3300 Slow-motion system (in a separate brochure) and
the HDC-1400 and HDC1450 dual format cameras.
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* 1080/59.94P and 1080/50P signals can be output only from the HDC-1000/HDC-1500 camera head in a stand -alone configuration.
Newly Developed Progressive CCD
At the heart of the outstanding picture performance of the HDC-1000 Series of cameras is a newly developed 2⁄3-inch type
2.2-megapixel HD CCD. Based on Sony HAD
sensor technology and the latest on-chip
lens structure, this CCD offers a high sensitivity
of F11 at 2,000 lx and an excellent signalto-noise ratio of 54 dB (typical).
In addition to this performance, a wide variety of capturing modes including 1080/50i,
1080/59.94i, 1080/23.98P, 1080/24P, 1080/25P,
and 1080/29.97P are available.
What’s more, this CCD can capture topquality 1080/59.94P1 and 1080/50P1 images
- a capability that also offers highest possible quality 720/50P and 720/59.94P image
acquisition.
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1 1080/59.94P and 1080/50P signals can be output only
from the HDC-1000/HDC-1500 camera head in a
stand-alone configuration via dual-link.
2 The HDC-1400/HDC-1450 supports 1080/50i and
720/50p.
High-quality 14-bit A/D Conversion
The HDC-1000 Series of cameras incorporates a high-performance 14-bit A/D
converter that enables images captured
by the high-performance CCDs to be processed with maximum precision. In particular,
this high-resolution A/D conversion allows
the gradation in mid-to-dark-tone areas
of the picture to be faithfully reproduced.
Thanks to the 14-bit A/D converter, pre-knee
signal compression at highlight areas can
be eliminated and the camera can clearly
reproduce a high-luminance subject at
a 600% dynamic range.
State-of-the-art DSP LSI
The newly developed DSP (Digital Signal Processing) LSI “Visual Image Processor” is at the
heart of the image-processing device for the
HDC-1000 Series of cameras. By adopting
the latest 0.11 mm design rule, this processor can accommodate up to 1080/59.94
and 1080/50 progressive formats and
14-bit resolution, maximising the high-clarity
images captured by the CCD. In addition,
white balance, white shading, and flare
are digitally corrected, allowing for stable
image correction. Processing is performed
with more than 30 bits accuracy to ensure
freedom from rounding artefacts.
Cutting-edge Technologies
New Progressive CCD
New developed DSP
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HDC-1500 HDC-1000
Great Operability
Ergonomic Design
The design of the HDC-1000 Series of cameras is based on over two decades of Sony experience in manufacturing broadcast video
cameras and camcorders, and provides a
high level of operability. All control switches
and connectors are in the most logical places for optimum functionality and ease of
use. The low-profile body of the HDC-1000
camera minimises the parallax between
the optical axis of the camera head and
the large viewfinder, while the HDC-1400/
HDC-1450/HDC-1500/HDC-1550’s low centre
of gravity design allows the operator to carry
the camera comfortably on the shoulder.
In addition, the shoulder pad of these cameras can be adjusted either forwards or
backwards without using a screwdriver, so
the camera can easily be moved to a wellbalanced position.
Optical Fibre Digital Transmission
(HDC-1000/HDC-1400/HDC-1500)
The HDC-1000/HDC-1400/HDC-1500 camera
comes equipped with an SMPTE standard
optical fibre interface for connecting its associated HDCU-1000/HDCU-1500 Camera
Control Unit.
In addition to its exceptional quality, the
camera can transmit all-digital bi-directional video and audio signals, one control
line, and prompter line over extremely long
distances – up to 3000 meters (9843 feet)3
with the HDCU-1000 and 1800 meters (5906
feet)3 with the HDCU-1500.
3 When supplying power to the camera via the optical
fibre cable, the maximum cable length varies with
the camera system configuration, lens type, and the
number of cable connectors.
Choice of Two Camera
Control Systems
In a multi-camera configuration featuring
the HDC-1000 Series, two types of camera
control system can be used. One is based on
the CNU-700 Camera Command Network
Unit at the centre of the configuration,
while the other makes use of the Ethernet
functionality of the systems – a new and
powerful feature that also provides a path
to the future. Both control systems allow
communication between all the devices
in the configuration, including cameras,
camera control units, remote controllers,
and setup units.
Wide-band Triax Transmission
(HDC-1450/HDC-1550)
The HDC-1450/HDC-1550 camera comes
equipped with a widely-used triax transmission interface. This enables the camera to
transmit bi-directional video and audio signals, and one control line to the HDCU-1000/
HDCU-1500 Camera Control Unit via the
HDFX-100 unit over long distances - up to
1400 meters (4593 feet)4 with a ø14.5 mm
triax cable or 1000 meters (3281 feet)4 with
a ø11 mm triax cable.
4 When supplying power to the camera via the triax
cable, the maximum cable length varies with the
camera system configuration, lens type, the size of the
triax cable, and the number of cable connectors.
Compact and Lightweight
HDC-1400/HDC-1500/HDC-1550 portable
cameras are designed to be very compact
and lightweight for a high level of mobility
in the field. The HDC-1400/HDC-1500 and
HDC-1450/HDC-1550 cameras weigh approximately 4.5 kg and 4.9 kg respectively.
Versatile Interfaces
The HDC-1000/HDC-1500 camera and the
HDC-1400/HDC-1450/HDC-1550 camera
provide two HD-SDI outputs and one HD-SDI
output respectively, as well as one digitally
down-converted SD-SDI or analogue composite output. In addition, the viewfinder
signals with characters can be output from
the SD-SDI output connector, giving camera
operators additional convenience. Furthermore, for 24P5 operation, the built-in 2-3
pull-down function of the cameras enables 59.94i down-converted SD signals to
be output on a standard SD monitor.
5 Not supported by HDC-1400/HDC-1450
Memory Stick Storage of Camera
Setup Parameters
The HDC-1000 Series is capable of saving and
recalling setup parameters such as scene
files, reference files, and lens files via Memory
Stick™ media. This allows users to effectively
manage camera parameters for individual
scenes, plus the specific camera-setup preferences of individual operators, such as
viewfinder indicator settings.
Servo-controlled ND and CC Filters
The HDC-1000/HDC-1500/HDC-1550 camera
comes equipped with dual optical filters
for ND (Neutral Density) and CC (Colour
Correction), while the HDC-1400/HDC-1450
camera is equipped with a single optical filter
for ND and electronic colour correction.
The filters can be remotely controlled
from an RCP Series Remote Control Panel,
MSU-900/950 Master Setup Unit, or RM-B750/
B150 Remote Control Unit as well as locally
controlled on the camera head.
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Responding to the ever-increasing
requirement of operations that
combine a portable camera with
a large lens, Sony has developed
the optimum solution.
The highly sophisticated HDLA-1500
and HDLA-1505 Large Lens Adaptors
are designed to maximise operability
of the HDC-1400/HDC-1450/HDC-1500/
HDC-1550 camera. Until now, setting up a
portable camera with a large lens adaptor has been a difficult task, especially
fine-tuning the mechanical adjustments
between each device. With the HDLA-1500/
HDLA-1505 Large Lens Adaptor, timeconsuming adjustments, as well as re-wiring,
are absolutely eliminated.
Another convenient peripheral for the
portable cameras, the HDLA-1507 Large
Viewfinder Adaptor, is also available,
enabling a large viewfinder to be used with
the portable camera.
HDLA-1500/HDLA-1505/HDLA-1507 – Maximising Operability
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Docking 1
Open the rear cover of the HDLA Series
adaptor. There is no need to detach the
viewfinder.
Totally New Interlocking
Mechanism
The HDLA-1500/HDLA-1505/HDLA-1507
adaptor does not require any cable
wirings. Utilising a newly developed interlocking mechanism, the power, video
and control signals are passed on directly
from the portable cameras to the HDLA
Series adaptor. This unique mechanism also
allows the portable cameras to be attached
and detached without removing the large
lens. Furthermore, the lens can be removed
even when the camera is mounted on the
HDLA-1500/HDLA-1505 adaptor. The interlocking mechanism allows for an astonishingly
quick and smooth setup.
Low-profile Design
Together with the low-profile design of the
portable camera, the viewfinder position
of the HDLA-1500 is 45 mm lower than
the previous model. This low-profile design
significantly improves the operator’s view,
as well as minimizes the parallax between
the optical axis of the camera head and
viewfinder.
with HDVF-700
(Large Lens and CRT Viewfinder)
HDLA-1500
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