SK-HD1200 Handheld HDTV Production Camera

The SK-HD1200 is Hitachi’s top-of-the-line portable HD Studio and EFP camera. Outstanding images are acquired by three (R,G,B) 2.3 megapixel UAIT (Ultra-Advanced) CCDs. Hitachi’s implementation of the most advanced digital processing technology provides low-noise and high dynamic range pictures. The SK-HD1200 is progressive scan throughout the entire camera chain and outputs 1080p (SMPTE-424M) 3Gbps SDI. The HD signal is generated by our newest CCD sensors and processed by 38-bit Hitachi DSP’s. Progressive 1080 HD picture quality has been painstakingly implemented in this camera series.

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Top-of-the-line, 3Gbps throughout, Native 1080/60p, Multi-Standard, HDTV Studio/ Field color portable camera. Dockable 2-piece chassis allows for flexible configurations. Incorporates the latest Hitachi digital technology. Hand-held companion to the SK-HD2200.

Features & Functions

1. NEW 2/3-inch, 1080/60p, progressively scanned, (Ultra-Advanced) UAIT-CCDs.
2. 1,100TVL standard resolution
3. >60dB signal to noise ratio (1080/60p without noise reduction)
4. 38-bit per pixel per R,G,B channel Hitachi 40nm digital processing technology
5. 3Gbps HD-SDI signal handling from end-to-end.
6. Switchable between progressive and interlaced signal processing, transport and outputs.
7. Multi-format global design outputs signals applicable to most TV broadcast and production standards.
8. Transparent signal transmission and camera power is achieved by the use of SMPTE-311M hybrid optical fiber cable with up to 3Km (~9,842ft.) of operation distance.
9. The camera system can operate with SMPTE-311M hybrid fiber cable or common-off-the-shelf single-mode (with external camera head power). SM fiber can be used up to 10Km (~33,000ft.) without external adapters, accessories or modifications.
10. The camera system can use an optical routing system to connect multiple camera heads to any number of CCUs thus, simplifying and lowering the cost of large camera systems’ interconnect.
11. NEW control panels (SU-1000 and RU-1500 series) can control a camera in a group of 128 when connected via the TCP/IP camera control network.
12. NEW camera control unit (CCU) CU-1200 and existing models can be addressed and controlled via a common TCP/IP data network.
13. Dual 1080/60i camera head operation allows 2 camera heads to be connected to/ controlled by 1 CCU. Both camera head outputs are independently provided at the output of the CCU. (3D production applications).
14. Dual 5-position motorized filter wheel is optionally available.
15. Low power 24W consumption (camera head + lens + optical cable adapter)
16. 2-piece dockable design improves maintenance and equipment availability.
17. Choice of 3 different joystick or rotary-type and with LCD-display operation panels
18. Prompter and talent monitor power and video outputs available at the camera head.
19. Independent HD-SDI VF output for crane or Jib installations.
20. VF Focus assist (VF Area marker, Focus indicator and gauge)
21. 9-inch high resolution LCD Color viewfinder (VF-L90HD)
22. 5-inch high resolution B/W CRT (4:3) viewfinder, VF-HD500 for EFP use
23. 2-inch high resolution B/W CRT (16:9) VF-402E for ENG use
24. Compatibility with all Fujinon Precision Focus lenses.
25. Digital optical extender function
26. 2 independent CCU Return signals, inputs can be HD (HD-SDI single or dual link) or SD, analog or digital selectable
27. Full automatic setup using Gray Scale.
28. Digital registration or lens’ lateral chromatic aberration adjustment.
29. Direct data transfer from SU or SD memory cards used at camera head and control panels.
30. HD signal linear masking & 12-vector color painting.
31. Independent control of HD & SDTV detail
32. Ultra Gamma (Selectable Gamma table with 7 presets).
33. Black stretch/ black press.
34. Preset Masking (6 settings: DEFAULT, ITU-709, SMPTE-240M, SMPT-WIDE, NTSC, EBU).
35. 2 channels Flesh-tone masking and multiple memories Flesh-tone detail correction settings.
36. Knee saturation and Knee detail functions.
37. Real-time and offline diagnostic system with character display superimposed on PIX video output.
38. Accepts Analog VBS/BBS or HD Tri-level sync as genlock.

Configuration

• Available Studio Adapter for use with all Broadcast box, compact studio and hand-held 2/3-inch bayonet lenses.
• Cable-less Studio Adapter interface allows trouble free operation.
• 2-piece dockable design allows easy configuration change and maintenance.
• Maintains backwards compatibility with existing HITACHI HDTV control panels, cables, and viewfinders.
• Ethernet control and assignment of control panels and CCUs.
• Can operate over Single Mode Fiber (SMF) without expensive converters.