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Features
- High sensitivity and enhanced image quality
Employing high sensitivity microlens CCDs with 400,000
pixels and newly developed image processing circuits, the
HC-340 has a sensitivity of F8 at 2000 lux and delivers 750 lines
of horizontal resolution.
Further, a high-order opticallow-pass filter is used to provide
an increased resolution without sacrificing alliasing suppression.
- 3 auto iris modes
Three different auto iris modes are provided. In addition to the
normal auto iris control mode, the shadow emphasis mode
and highlight emphasis mode are selectable. These auto iris
modes provide ideal, highly intelligent control for a full range
of lighting conditions.
Shadow emphasis for high contrast scenes where the subject
of interest is in shadow, and highlight emphasis for high
contrast scenes where the important subject is brightly
illuminated.
- Flexible gain setting
For gain mode setting, any two modes can be selected in
addition to OdB, from a range of -3dB, +3dB, +6dB, +9dB,
+ 12dB, + 15dB, and + 18dB. (Standard default setting: 0,
+9dB, + 18dB) Accordingly, gain can be flexibly adapted to
meet a full range of applications.
- Only 7 lux minimum iUumination required
The use of the high sensitivity CCD and a super gain circuit of
+24dB provides four times improvement in sensitivity, and
achieves a minimum specification of 7 lux illumination (2/3 of
a foot candle). This feature is quite instrumental in urgent
news gathering or other situations where the lighting
conditions are not controlled.
- Allowance for various VCRs
The HC-340 can be directly
docked to an S-VHS-C or
S-VHSVCR (BR-S411) to
establish an all-in-one video
camera and recorder system.
With appropriate adapters, the
HC-340 can also be docked to
MIl, Betacam SP, Hi-8, Pro
Betacam, and S-VHS
(AG- 7450) VCRs to establish a
one-piece recording system.
- Remote control
The control items of the HC-340 can be remotely controlled
by the RCU-240 Remote Control Unit or the MA-230A and
MA-200 Multicore cable Camera Control Units. The RCU-240
and MA-230A include RS-232C digital control facility for
interface to external computer system or control over an
extended distance via modem.
- 8-speed electronic shutter
8 different shutter speeds (up to 1/4000th of a second) are
selectable. Therefore, fast action can be captured without
sacrificing resolution.
- Auto knee
Optimum dynamic range is always maintained relative to the
incident light intensity with consideration of proper color reproduction.
- Choice of high resolution viewfinders
A high resolution quick- start 1.5. VF is standard. It includes
diopter and position adjustment mechanisms. An optional 1.5.
VF, also with high resolution quick-start CRT, is available. It
includes a high quality diopter mechanism and a lamp for
checking lens settings or script in darkness. An optional high
resolution 4.5. VF with pan/tilt is also available.
- Character display and audio level control
An enhanced character display allows the camera operator to
monitor the camera status on the VF screen. This function is
incorporated to prevent operating errors. Further, an audio level
function is provided permitting control of the audio level during
videotaping while observing viewfinder on-screen indications.
- Auto control
2-channel auto white memory, and auto black balance and
level are provided.
- Scene filing capability
The scene filing capability provides a memory setting of
camera-shot status data (AWB, ABB, SHUTTER, GAIN, DTL,
etc.) for up to four scenes. This permits quick changes of
subject on scene.
- Filter
A dust proof CC filter disc is employed. Color temperature
conversion filter, as well as a star effect filter can be chosen.
The filter position is indicated by character display on the
viewfinder screen.
- Video matrix
A video matrix circuit adapts optical system
color reproduction to produce accurate,
beautiful colors.
- Battery remainder indicator
When the newly developed digital battery from
Anton Bauer is used, the remaining level of
the battery can be checked in 10% steps on
the viewfinder (100% max., 10% min.). This
provides continual knowledge of battery status
for optimal replacement timing.
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