Product Information
Sony HDC-X310 ( HDCX310 / HDC X310 ) - Weighing just 1.3 kg (camera head only), this multipurpose camera delivers crisp, clear pictures with true 1080-line resolution in interlaced or progressive modes. Sony HDC-X310 compact dimensions and auto-focus lens make it an ideal choice for a range of point of view applications, including mounting on robotic platforms or in a helicopter.

It’s also the perfect low-cost solution for providing wide-area coverage at large-scale live events where a large number of cameras are required but resources are limited. Linked over a distance of up to 1000m via a single optical connection, the HFU-X310 signal interface unit adds a comprehensive range of output format options including HD-SDI, computer XGA and, soon to be available, i.LINK (HDV).

Superb Picture Quality
Incorporating three 1/2-inch type 1.5-mega pixel HD CCDs, the HDC-X310 offers outstanding-quality images with a low smear level of -120 dB and a high signal-to-noise ratio of 52 dB.

Low-Light Shooting
The HDC-X310 offers two convenient functions for capturing clear images in low-light environments - a Slow Shutter mode and a Gain up function -, which can be used separately or together. The Slow Shutter mode allows the charge accumulation period of the CCD (typically 1/60 or 1/50 second) to be extended up to approximately two seconds (64 frames). The Gain up function allows the camera gain to be boosted to +48 dB. When these functions are used together, the camera offers a stunning minimum illumination of 0.003 lx.

Compact and Lightweight Design
The HDC-X310 is designed to be compact and lightweight, making it ideal for capturing HD-quality images at locations and from angles where bulky production HD cameras cannot be installed. This compact camera weighs only 1.3 kg (2 lb 13 oz), allowing easy installation in space-constrained and awkward areas such as on a crane head or helicopter. The supplied tally unit can be easily detached from the camera body, minimizing the camera size to be fitted in, for example, a pan/tilt head or an underwater housing.

Features:

• Progressive Mode
  Incorporating Sony's innovative Advanced Frame Accumulation (AFA) technology, the HDC-X310 can output progressive HD signals (25PsF/29.97PsF), 2-3 pull down-converted signal from 23.976PsF (59.94i) in addition to interlaced HD signals (50i/59.94i). Interlace and progressive modes can be easily selected from the camera set-up menu. o 50i output mode: 50i or 25PsF selectable o 59.94i output mode: 59.94i/29.97PsF/23.976PsF (with built-in 2-3 pull-down function) selectable
• Flexible Image Controls
  The HDC-X310 provides highly advanced image-control functions such as a TruEye feature, skin-tone detail, and colour temperature controls. These functions - previously available only on high-end studio cameras or camcorders - allow creative images to be produced with high clarity.
• Trigger Function
  Two types of trigger modes are available with the HDC-X310, allowing synchronized operation with external equipment. The flash trigger input mode allows the camera to capture a high-quality still image when synchronized with an external flash - a function suited for photo-booth or document-stand applications. Another trigger mode is the 23.976PsF frame lock mode. When the HDC-X310 is set to 23.976PsF progressive mode, the camera outputs a 2-3 pull-down trigger signal for frame locking to other HDC-X300 series cameras.
• Remote Control Capability
  The HDC-X310 is compatible with the RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit, RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panel and MSU-900/950 Master Set-up Unit. These remote controllers cover the complete range of control parameters that the HDC-X310K provides, from basic camera control to sophisticated operations.
• Optical ND Filter and Electronic CC Function
  Optimum light and colour control is easily achieved using the built-in optical Neutral Density (ND) filter wheel and electronic Colour Correction (CC) function. The HDC-X310 uses electronic colour correction to eliminate the need for optical colour correction filters. This allows all filters on the filter wheel to be ND types, providing the operator with greater flexibility in depth of field and exposure control.
• HKC-SV1 Servo Filter Unit (Option)
  The HKC-SV1 is a servo unit that allows the optical ND filters of the HDC-X310 to be controlled remotely from the RM-B750/B150 Remote Control Unit, RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panel, or MSU-900/950 Master Set-up Unit.

• General
  
  Power requirements
  DC 12 V
  
  Power consumption
  19 W (camera head only) 24.5 W (with the VCL-719BXS, HKC-SV1 Filter Servo Unit, and the RM-B750 Remote Control Unit connected)
  
  Operating temperature
  -10 to +45 °C (+14 to +113 °F)
  
  Storage temperature
  -20 to +60 °C (-4 to +140 °F)
  
  Mass
  Approx. 1.3 kg (2 lb 13 oz) (camera head only) Approx. 1.8 kg (3 lb 15 oz) (including camera head, tally unit)
  
  
• Camera
  
  Pickup device
  3-chip 1/2-inch type 1.5-megapixel CCD
  
  Effective picture elements (H x V)
  1440 x 1080
  
  Optical system
  F1.4 prism system
  
  Built-in filters
  1: Clear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
  
  Lens mount
  Sony 1/2-inch bayonet mount
  
  Signal system
  1080/59.94i, 1080/50i
  
  Scanning system
  59.94i/23.976PsF/29.97PsF selectable at 59.94i 50i/25PsF selectable at 50i
  
  Sync system
  Internal and External (3 state/VBS (BB))
  
  Sensitivity (2000 lx, 89.9% reflectance)
  F10 (typical)
  
  Minimum illumination
  0.003 lx (F1.4, +48 dB gain, with slow shutter mode at 64 frame accumulation)
  
  Gain selection
  -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42, 48 dB
  
  Shutter speed
  1/60 (50i mode), 1/100, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 s
  
  Slow shutter
  2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, 32, 64 frame
  
  Clear scan
  50 to 200 Hz (50i mode), 60 to 200 Hz (59.94i mode)
  
  Smear level
  -120 dB (typical)
  
  S/N ratio
  52 dB (typical)
  
  Registration
  0.02% or less (all zones, without lens)
  
  Geometric distortion
  Below measurable level (without lens)
  
  Modulation depth at 21 MHz
  40% (typical) (with HD SDI output)
  
  
• Signal inputs
  
  Genlock video
  BNC type (1), 3-level/2-level (VBS, VS)
  
  Trigger
  BNC type (1), TTL level
  
  
• Signal outputs
  
  Video
  HD D-sub 15-pin (1) Y/Pr/Pb: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 O R/G/B: 1.0 Vp-p, 75 O HD/VD: TTL level (3 Vp-p) Sync: 0.6 Vp-p, 75 O
  
  Tally
  Mini-jack (1)
  
  
• Other inputs/outputs
  
  OFC
  Single mode, LC optical, connectors (2)
  
  Remote
  8-pin (1)
  
  Lens
  14-pin (1)
  
  DC input
  DC jack (1)
  
  
• Supplied Accessories
  
  Lens mount cap
  Number plate
  Tally unit
  AC cable
  AC adaptor
  Operation manual