Sony HDCU-1700 Specification Sheet Download Page 1

HDC-1700

HD Camera System

HDCU-1700

Camera Control Unit

Sony introduces the new HDC-1700 Dual-format HD Camera System 
equipped with sophisticated three-chip 2/3-inch CCD image sensors and  
the latest 16-bit A/D converter to provide superior picture quality.
The HDC-1700 supports HD and SD signal formats including 1080/50i, 
1080/59.94i, 720/50p, and 720/59.94p.  For flexibility, there are many  
HDC Series accessories that can be utilized, such as optional HD viewfinders 
and large lens adaptors.  And the HDC-1700 is a truly cost-effective camera 
that also delivers genuine user-friendness. 

Superb Image Quality with Cutting-edge 
Technologies

With 2/3-inch CCD image sensors, the newly developed digital signal 
processor (DSP) LSI provides superior S/N levels as well as better 
functionality.  Also, a 16-bit A/D converter produces optimal visual 
imagery and enhanced black reproduction. 

Adaptive Matrix Function

With the Adaptive Matrix function, images with well-balanced details can 
be reproduced even in strong monochromatic light conditions, such as at 
stage events.

Auto Lens Chromatic Aberration Compensation 
(ALAC-2)

With the newly designed DSP LSI, the ALAC-2 function automatically 
compensates for lens chromatic aberration.  ALAC-2 works in both 
horizontal and vertical directions.

* Lenses need to be corresponded to ALAC feature. 

Options Expand Usage

There are many optional accessories for the HDC-1700, including the 
HKC-DF20 Dual Optical Filter Unit and HZC-PSF20 Signal Format Software 
(1080/23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p).  These options supports a range of 
different shooting scenes and requirements.   

Spirit Level

With the MEMS-Acceleration Sensor, the horizontal level can be displayed 
on the viewfinder screen, which helps particularly with wide-angle shooting.

HDLA Large Lens Adaptor Maximizes Operability

HDLA-1500, HDLA-1505, and HDLA-1507 adaptors maximize the 
operability of the HDC-1700.  These optional adapters provide flexibility 
when applications require a large studio lens, and camera operators 
want to maintain hard camera control.  They facilitate simple connectivity 
without time-consuming wiring and adjustments.

1.5 Gbps Optical Fiber Transmission

The HDC-1700 is capable of long-distance signal transmission up to 
2,000 meters with the HDCU-1700 Camera Control Unit.

* The HDC-1700 is only used in combination with the HDCU-1700.

HDCU-1700 Camera Control Unit (CCU)

The HDC-1700 can be configured with the HDCU-1700 dedicated 
camera control unit (CCU), which is a 19-inch half-rack size portable 
CCU for fiber cable connection.  The HDCU-1700 CCU can control 
camera menu settings and display fiber condition on the front panel.  It 
has an expansion slot for the four HD/SD SDI outputs board; and the 
option board slot is 
used for HKCU 
option cards to 
expand the CCUs 
output capability to 
include VBS out, 
PIX out, WFM out, 
and component 
video out.

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