The Sony BRC-Z700 is a PTZ (pan-tilt-zoom) camera, designed for professional broadcasting and video production applications. It is typically used in applications such as live event coverage, sports broadcasting, remote monitoring, and more.
Sony BRC-Z700 Technical Details:
General Features:
- Camera Type: Remote PTZ camera
- Camera Format: 1/2.8-type Exmor CMOS sensor
- Zoom: 30x optical zoom
- Pan/Tilt Range:
- Pan: ±175° (continuous)
- Tilt: +30° to -30°
- Output Connections:
- HD-SDI (Serial Digital Interface) output
- HDMI (with BRBK-HSD1 expansion)
- Control Protocol: VISCA (via serial or IP control), Pelco-D, and Pelco-P
- Streaming Protocol: RTSP, RTP, HTTP
- IR Remote Control: Included, or can be controlled via a compatible control system.
Camera Performance:
- Resolution:
- 1080p (Full HD)
- 720p
- Frame Rate:
- 59.94p/59.94i/50p/50i (depending on the mode)
- 29.97p/25p/23.98p
- Lens:
- 30x optical zoom
- 1.5x digital zoom
- Minimum Focus Distance: 0.6 m (wide), 1.5 m (telephoto)
- Focal Length: 4.5 mm – 135 mm
- Maximum Aperture: f/1.6 – f/3.9
Image Settings:
- White Balance: Auto, ATW, Manual
- Exposure Control: Auto, Manual, Shutter priority, Iris priority
- Gain: Auto, Manual
- Lens:
- Optical Image Stabilization (OIS)
- Picture Effects: Color, Brightness, Contrast, Gamma
Network Connectivity:
- Ethernet (RJ-45): 100Base-TX, for IP-based control
- Audio: Embedded audio via HD-SDI or HDMI
- Power over Ethernet (PoE): Supported
Power Supply:
- Power Consumption: Approx. 26W (without PoE), 20W (with PoE)
- Power Input: DC 12V or PoE (IEEE 802.3af)
Sony BRBK-HSD1 Expansion Board Technical Details:
The BRBK-HSD1 is an expansion board that adds HDMI output functionality to the Sony BRC-Z700 camera.
Key Features:
- HDMI Output: Adds an HDMI output to the BRC-Z700 for uncompressed video signal output.
- Video Signal:
- Supports 1080p (Full HD) output over HDMI
- Supports both progressive (p) and interlaced (i) modes
- Audio: Embeds the audio signal into the HDMI output.
- Installation: The board is installed into the BRC-Z700 camera unit, making it a direct upgrade without requiring additional external devices.
- Compatibility: Works exclusively with the Sony BRC-Z700 camera, enhancing its flexibility by providing HDMI connectivity.
Compatibility:
- The BRBK-HSD1 is specifically designed for the BRC-Z700 and other compatible Sony PTZ cameras.
Additional Information:
- Dimensions (BRC-Z700): Approx. 198 x 179 x 206 mm (W x H x D)
- Weight (BRC-Z700): Approx. 2.5 kg (without lens hood)
- Dimensions (BRBK-HSD1): 118.5 x 30 x 130 mm
- Weight (BRBK-HSD1): Approx. 0.2 kg
These components combine to offer a flexible solution for live event broadcasting, video conferencing, or any production needing high-quality remote-controlled cameras.
