• Compact size camera head (30% smaller than HDK-79E)
• Light weight (10.1 lbs.)
• Low power consumption (28W)
• 2.2 Million pixel 2/3-inch FIT CCDs
• 12bit A/D Conversion/38-bit internal digital processing circuits
• Multi-standard / Simulcast Broadcasting
  (1080i / 480i interlace output standard, 720p / 480p progressive output Option)

Multi-standard / Simulcast Broadcasting

• 2/3-inch 2,200,000-pixel FIT CCDs
  2/3-inch 2,200,000-pixel 1080i FIT CCD image sensors are employed to achieve superb picture quality with a horizontal resolution of 1,000 lines and a S/N ratio of 56dB.

• Designed for DTV
  HDK-79EX was designed as a Multi-use Camera to meet the format requirements of HDTV (1080i/720p) and SDTV (480i/480p). The signal can be converted in the CCU to different formats.

• New Camera Control Unit, the CCU-790A
  The Ikegami HDK-series HDTV cameras are desinged as a Multi-Use Camera to meet the format requirements of HDTV and SDTV have incorporated next-generation 0.18 micro m ASICs into new Camera Control Unit, the CCU-790A. Also using newly developped ASICs, an Optional Engine Board has been developed to achieve Frame and Muiti-Format Conversion. (24p, 30p, 50p, 720p, 1080i, 480i, etc.)
  »» more about CCU-790A

• New HDTV System Accessories, CB-79HD Triax Adaptor system
  The CB-79HD HDTV new triax adaptor system is a higher performance. It is ideally suited for various field applications in the digital era. The CCU converter box enables use of triax or fiber cable without any reconfiguration. Docking type adaptors for triax or fiber make camera configuration quick and easy. No local AC power is necessary because the CCU provides AC power for the full system. The CB-79HD CCU converter box is only 1U rack size providing efficient use of space.
  »» more about CB-79HD

• Incorporating a new, next-generation digital process ASIC
  Using newly developed full digital process Ics, precision designed at 0.18 micro m rule, the video signals are digitalized with 12-bit A/D conversion and up to 38-bit internal digital processing (quantization) circuits.

• DTL Correction
  A detail correction system, including digitally processed horizontal, vertical and diagonal correction signal for red, green and blue video, is incorporated into the camera head, and obtains noise-free full resolution HDTV picture quality even if the camera is used in stand-alone configuration.

• Independent DTL
  With Independent DTL system in the CCU, the type and amount of compensation can be optimized for the different requirements of HDTV and SDTV.

• Six-axis + Two-axis Color Corrector
  Includes a color correction function that enables hue and saturation to be adjusted for each the six primary colors (R, G, B, Cy, Y, Mg), plus another function to make color correction of two user-selected colors of the subject.

• Enhanced Digital DTL
  Improved sensuous expressions such as texture and sheen, and richer reproduction of details in skin tone in dark backgrounds.

• Super KNEE
  The Knee system makes corrections without changing the hue of the highlighted parts and produces a more natural highlight appearance, rather than washing it out.

• Clear VF DTL function
  This function makes a difference in the edging of the image exclusively in the viewfinder, to make the precise point of focus easier to find, and to make it easier for the cameraperson to focus.

• Wide-band DTL function
  Wide-band edging gives the impression that fine parts of subjects or high frequency images have a higher resolution.

• HD SDI Output from the Camera Head
  HD SDI output is provided from the camera head, and by using VTR connector (option), direct connection is possible with HD digital equipment, such as an HD VTR.

• RET Video and Teleprompter Video
  The CCU-790A accepts two channels of return video input as standard. It is available with up to 4ch as a factory option, Input signals can be selected from HD-SDI, D1 component and D2 composite signals. The CCU includes an up converter permitting an SDTV return video signal (D1 & D2) to be viewed on the HD viewfinder. The CCU transmits the HD return video signal (each Y, Pb, Pr) and two NTSC Q-TV video signals (Q-TV1*, Q-TV2*) to the camera for teleprompter and external monitoring purposes.
  *For the HDK-79EX, either Q-TV1 or Q-TV2 can be selected for output.

• High Performance Viewfinders
  For the HDK-79EX, a 2-inch 16:9 high resolution VF for portable application and a 5-inch B/W VF (option) for studio application are available. Employing a magnifying eye-piece in the 2-inch VF, visibility is further improved. In addition, a 9-inch color LCD viewfinder is also available as an option.

• Low Center of Gravity
  The HDK-79EX is compact with low center-of-gravity, there is excellent balance when operated on the shoulder.

• Return Switch
  A Return select switch is located on the handle grip of the portable camera to control the selection when the camera is held off the shoulder, such as on the hip for low angle shots.

• On-Line Diagnostics
  An On-line Diagnostic System monitors a range of circuits including video, control, fiber optic transmission, pulse and power supply.

• Application of Standard 2/3-inch Lenses
  The camera incorporates the HDTV lens mount (BTA S-1005B type) as standard. But the Ikegami 2/3-inch lens mount can be specified as a factory order option to use lenses from conventional NTSC Ikegami HK- series cameras such as HK-388/377/366/355, etc.

• Rotating Camera Cable Connection
  The SMPTE standard fiber camera cable connector is provided with a pivoting mount on the camera head. This permits a natural bend to the cable, even for example, when the portable camera is placed on the ground.