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Sony BVP-950 Series User Manual

Sony BVP-950 Series
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Sony Corporation
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NTSC / PAL
Studio/OB/EFP Camera Family
BVP-900/950 900P/950P Series
Product Information Manual
Studio/OB/EFP Camera Family Product Information Manual
BVP-900/950 900P/950P Series
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Sony BVP-950 Series Specifications

General IconGeneral
CategoryCamcorder
Sensor TypeCCD
Sensor Size2/3 inch
Signal SystemNTSC/PAL
OutputComposite, Y/C, RGB

Summary

1 Introduction to Camera Systems

Overview of Studio/OB/EFP Camera Family

General introduction to the BVP-900/950 camera family and its applications.

Advanced Digital Signal Processing (ADSP) Explained

Explanation of the 12-bit Advanced Digital Signal Processing and its benefits for camera performance.

Sony's ADSP Camera Design Criteria

Sony's design philosophy for ADSP cameras, focusing on picture quality and compatibility.

BVP-900/900P Series Key Features

Key features and advantages of the BVP-900 and BVP-900P studio cameras.

BVP-950/950P Series Key Features

Key features and advantages of the BVP-950 and BVP-950P portable cameras.

Optical Head Block Technology

Details on the plug-in Power HAD 1000 CCD imaging capsules and their benefits.

Familiar Digital Command System Operation

Description of the familiar digital command system for ease of use and control.

Automated Set-up Capabilities

Overview of microprocessor-controlled automatic setup capabilities for optimal performance.

2 A Total System Configuration

Total System Configuration Overview

Diagram and explanation of how BVP-900 Series cameras integrate into a total system.

BVP-900/950 Series Camera Head Details

Detailed description of the BVP-900/900P and BVP-950/950P camera heads and their features.

Camera Control Unit (CCU) Overview

Explanation of the CCU-700A/700AP and CCU-550/550P camera control units.

Camera System Control Architecture

Overview of the command network system for centralized camera control.

Optional Viewfinder Models

Description of optional viewfinders available for BVP-900/950 cameras.

BVP-900/900P Optional Accessories

List of optional system accessories for the BVP-900/900P cameras.

Viewfinders for BVP-950/950P

Details on the new series of viewfinders for the BVP-950/950P portable camera.

System Equipment Rack Mounting Guide

Instructions for rack mounting system equipment like CCUs and CNUs.

Basic System Connection Examples

Basic connection diagrams for video and control signals.

3 Sony Advanced Electronic Imaging Technologies

Industry-First Plug-in Imager Assembly

Description of the industry-first plug-in imager assembly for easy exchange.

Sony CCD Technology Advantages

Benefits of Sony's CCD technology in broadcasting cameras.

Power HAD 1000 CCD Technology

Details on the Power HAD 1000 CCD and its improvements for BVP-900 Series.

High Depth of Modulation Performance

Explanation of the high depth of modulation performance at 5 MHz.

Minimum Aliasing with Optical Low-Pass Filter

How the new optical low-pass filter minimizes aliasing with high sampling rates.

High Sensitivity Performance

Details on the high sensitivity achieved through OCL technology.

Invisible Smear Level Characteristics

Explanation of the invisible smear level achieved with Power HAD 1000 FIT.

Excellent Signal-to-Noise Ratio

Benefits of Power HAD imager structure for superior S/N ratio.

Super EVS (Enhanced Vertical Definition System)

Description of the Enhanced Vertical Definition System for improved resolution.

Clear Scan and ECS Functions

Functions to eliminate banding effects when shooting monitor displays.

4 Sony Advanced Digital Signal Processing (ADSP)

ADSP Basic Block Diagram

Diagram illustrating the application of ADSP in BVP-900 Series camera design.

ADSP Image Capture Process

Details on the CCDs and prism block used for image capture.

Analog Signal Processing Domain

Explanation of the analog processing stages including gain boost and pre-knee.

Digital Signal Processing Domain

Overview of the digital processing stages and VLSI utilized in the camera.

5 Benefits of Sony ADSP

Benefits of Full DSP Camera Processing

How 12-bit A/D conversion and DSP LSIs enhance camera operations.

Precise Highlight Position Handling

Explanation of optimized bit assignment and knee saturation for better highlights.

Outstanding Reliability and Easy Maintenance

Benefits of digital processing for camera reliability and self-diagnostic system.

Low Power Consumption Benefits

Details on the low power consumption achieved through advanced VLSI technology.

6 Control System

Sony Camera Command Network System Overview

Overview of the flexible new camera system architecture.

Master Set-up Unit (MSU-700) Features

Description of the MSU-700 as the centralized technical control position.

Camera Command Network Units (CNU-700/500)

Explanation of CNU-700 and CNU-500 as the nerve center of the network.

RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panels

Overview of the four ranges of RCP-700 Series control panels.

Camera File System Management

Description of the PC memory card system for storing camera data.

Automated Camera Set-up Features

Explanation of the Auto Set-up system for optimal color matching.

Control Priority and Parallel Mode Operations

Details on operational modes for controlling multiple cameras.

S-Bus Control System Integration

Concept and advantages of the S-Bus system for studio integration.

7 Wideband Triax Transmission

Advantages of Wideband Triax Transmission System

Benefits of using component video signals and wideband transmission.

Triax Cable Specifications and Information

Details on maximum cable lengths and types for triax transmission.

8 Set-up Menus

9 Function Comparison Chart

10 Location and Function of Parts and Controls

(a) BVP-900/900P Camera Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the BVP-900/900P camera.

(b) BVP-950/950P Camera Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the BVP-950/950P camera.

(c) CA-570/570P Camera Adaptor Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the CA-570/570P camera adaptor.

(d) CCU-700A/700AP Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the CCU-700A/700AP unit.

(e) CCU-550/550P Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the CCU-550/550P unit.

(f) CNU-700 Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the CNU-700 unit.

(g) CNU-500 Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the CNU-500 unit.

(h) VCS-700 Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the VCS-700 unit.

(i) MSU-700 Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the MSU-700 unit.

(j) RCP-740/741 Panel Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the RCP-740/741 panel.

(k) RCP-730/731 Panel Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the RCP-730/731 panel.

(l) RCP-720/721 Panel Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the RCP-720/721 panel.

(m) RCP-700/701 Panel Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the RCP-700/701 panel.

(n) RM-B150 Unit Controls and Connectors

Description of the controls and connectors on the RM-B150 unit.

(o) BVF-7700/7700P Viewfinder Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the BVF-7700/7700P viewfinder.

(p) BVF-77/77CE Viewfinder Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the BVF-77/77CE viewfinder.

(q) BVF-55/55CE Viewfinder Controls

Description of the controls and connectors on the BVF-55/55CE viewfinder.

11 Specifications

BVP-900 (with OHB-750A) Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVP-900 camera with OHB-750A.

BVP-950 (with OHB-750A) Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVP-950 camera with OHB-750A.

CA-570 Camera Adaptor Specifications

Technical specifications for the CA-570 camera adaptor.

OHB Specifications (OHB-750A/WSA/730/WS)

Technical specifications for the OHB-750A, OHB-750WSA, OHB-730, OHB-730WS.

CCU-700AP Camera Control Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the CCU-700AP camera control unit.

CCU-550P Camera Control Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the CCU-550P camera control unit.

BVF-7700P Color Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-7700P color viewfinder.

BVF-77CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-77CE monochrome viewfinder.

BVF-55CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-55CE monochrome viewfinder.

BVF-20WCE CRT Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-20WCE CRT viewfinder.

BVF-10CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-10CE viewfinder.

BVP-900P (with OHB-750AP) Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVP-900P camera with OHB-750AP.

BVP-950P (with OHB-750AP) Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVP-950P camera with OHB-750AP.

CA-570P Camera Adaptor Specifications

Technical specifications for the CA-570P camera adaptor.

OHB Specifications (OHB-750AP/WSAP/730P/WSP)

Technical specifications for the OHB-750AP, OHB-750WSAP, OHB-730P, OHB-730WSP.

CCU-700AP Camera Control Unit Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the CCU-700AP camera control unit.

CCU-550P Camera Control Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the CCU-550P camera control unit.

BVF-7700P Color Viewfinder Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the BVF-7700P color viewfinder.

BVF-77CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the BVF-77CE monochrome viewfinder.

BVF-55CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the BVF-55CE monochrome viewfinder.

BVF-20WCE CRT Viewfinder Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the BVF-20WCE CRT viewfinder.

BVF-10CE B/W Viewfinder Specifications (Continued)

Technical specifications for the BVF-10CE viewfinder.

MSU-700 Master Setup Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the MSU-700 Master Setup Unit.

VCS-700 Video Selector Specifications

Technical specifications for the VCS-700 Video Selector.

CNU-700 Camera Command Network Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the CNU-700 Camera Command Network Unit.

CNU-500 Camera Command Network Unit Specifications

Technical specifications for the CNU-500 Camera Command Network Unit.

RCP Remote Control Panel Specifications

Technical specifications for various RCP remote control panels.

BVF-C10W Electronic Color Viewfinder Specifications

Technical specifications for the BVF-C10W color viewfinder.

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