04/08/2018
Sony adds to its IP Live Production ecosystem with the new HDCU-3100 camera control unit, providing SMPTE ST 2110 and full IP-based interface
New 1.5U compact size camera control unit adds IP capability for HDC and HSC series studio cameras
Sony is expanding its IP Live Production system with the introduction of a new camera control unit, the HDCU-3100. Meeting the growing industry demand for IP, the 1.5U size of the compact fiber camera control unit brings IP capabilities to Sony’s system cameras, from the 4K HDC-4300 with BPU-4000 series, including the new BPU-4500A, to the HDC-2000 series and HSC fiber system cameras. Combined with a new HKCU-SFP30 option board, the HDCU-3100 is able to support SMPTE ST 2110. The essential functionalities required for live production including tally, intercom and return video can all be provided through IP. The support of NMOS IS-04/05 is planned for the future.
As broadcast productions increasingly embrace IP for its proven ability to deliver live HD and 4K video, audio and synchronization signals with efficiency, flexibility and scalability, the HDCU-3100 reinforces Sony’s commitment to streamlining the transition to IP through continued investment in interoperability and open standards.
“IP is fast establishing itself as a cornerstone of modern production infrastructures,” commented Deon LeCointe, Senior Manager, Sports and IP Solutions for Sony Electronics. “Expanding our IP Live Production ecosystem will offer our customers more choices, while keeping compatibility with existing cameras, which enables them to easily migrate in a cost-effective manner to the benefits of an IP infrastructure.”
The HDCU-3100 is equipped with a maximum of eight built-in SDI outputs, including four 3G-SDI outputs. Support of 12G-SDI will also be available for the HDCU-3100 in future updates with the combination of the HKCU-UHD30, 4K/HDR Processor Board and HDC-2000 series system cameras. An LED color indicator shows the status of optical transmission on the front panel with different LED colors to optimize operability.
The HDCU-3100 is planned to be available in April 2018, with the complementary HKCU-SFP30 ST-2110 option board planned to be available in July 2018. Additional HKCU-UHD30 4K/HDR Processor Board and HKCU-SDI30 12G-SDI interface options are expected to arrive later in the year.