Sony BRCX400 IP 4K Pan-Tilt-Zoom Camera with NDI HX

Sony BRCX400 IP 4K Pan-Tilt-Zoom Camera with NDI HX

Overview

Capture every point of view in 4K with excellent picture quality and efficient IP production workflow

The versatile BRC-X400 PTZ camera is ideal for use in a wide range of environmentsfrom broadcast studios and remote on-air suites to sports stadiums, arenas, houses of worship and lecture halls.

The camera's 1/2.5-type Exmor R sensor captures broadcast-quality 4K images with excellent sensitivity, very low noise and rich, natural color reproduction. It's complemented by the integrated high-resolution lens that offers a powerful zoom capability of up to 80x in Full HD** (30x in 4K), with an expansive approx. 70 wide angle coverage to capture every point of view.

Efficient IP-based live production is augmented with support for NDIHX (via optional license), allowing flexible configuration with other networked NDI-enabled devices.

Images can also be reviewed remotely via a web browser, with support for RTSP (Real Time Streaming Protocol) ensuring smooth, stable streaming of video plus audio (from an optional microphone, available separately) over an IP network.

Installation and set-up is easy, with a new Picture Setting File*** allowing the same settings to be applied to multiple cameras through a web interface from a laptop or PC. Convenient integration in multi-camera live events is also simplified with genlock support and an "on-air" tally lamp.

*NDI is a registered trademark of NewTek, Inc.
**With Clear Image Zoom and Tele Convert Mode
***Requires firmware V2.00

Features

Excellent 4K images, even in low light
The sensitive 1/2.5-type Exmor R sensor captures high-quality 4K images with very low noise, even in dimly lit environments.

Up to 80x zoom
Powerful zoom up to 80x (in FHD) allows frame-filling close-ups with fine details seen clearly. Responsive autofocus ensures that images stay clear and sharp, even at high zoom settings.

Wide viewing angle
Cover the whole scene in sports arenas and lecture theaters with a horizontal viewing angle of approx. 70.

Support for NDI*HX
NDIHX compatibility (via optional license) supports efficient IP-based live production, allowing flexible configuration with other networked NDI-enabled devices.

Network services, content, and the operating system and software of this Product may be subject to individual terms and conditions and changed, interrupted, or discontinued at any time and may require fees, registration, and credit card information.

Multiple control protocols
PTZ and other camera functions can be controlled remotely via S700PTP, CGI, and VISCA protocols.

Remote viewing
View pictures remotely over the Internet from a web browser, with support for RTSP.

Simpler installation, lower costs
A single IP cable carries camera power, video image, audio output and control signals to simplify installation and reduce cabling costs.

Ideal for live production
Genlock allows seamless multi-camera switching in live events. The camera's inbuilt tally lamp is ideal for live productions and reality shows. PTZ Trace Memory makes it even easier to film programs by recalling the usual camera works.

Fast, fuss-free set-up
The new Picture Setting File* function can apply the same camera settings among multiple cameras for fast set-up.

*Requires firmware V2.00

Simplified construction of VR/AR systems*
Real-time camera tracking data (pan/tilt/zoom/focus/iris) can be output from the camera over IP network in free-d* protocol. It can construct VR/AR system without additional tracking system, easy and cost effective solution.

*VR: Virtual Reality, AR: Augmented Reality
*free-d is an industry-standard protocol for transmitting camera tracking data.

Specifications

Camera

Image Sensor	1/2.5 Exmor R CMOS
Image Sensor (Number of Effective Pixels)	Approx. 8.5M pixels
Signal System	2160/29.97p, 25p, 23.98p 1080/59.94p, 50p, 29.97p, 25p, 23.98p 1080/59.94i, 50i 720/59.94p, 50p
4K Capability	Yes (built-in 4K functions)
Minimum Illumination (50IRE)	1.6 lux (1/30s 50IRE F2 high-sensitivity OFF)
Horizontal Resolution	1700 TV lines (Center) (4K) 1000 TV lines or higher (Center) (FHD)
Gain	Auto/Manual (0 to +48 dB) (High Sensitivity On)
Shutter Speed	1/1 to 1/10000 sec (59.94 Hz system) 1/1 to 1/10000 sec (23.98 Hz system) 1/1 to 1/10000 sec (50 Hz system)
Exposure Control	Auto, Manual, Priority AE (Shutter, Iris)
White Balance	Auto1, Auto2, One Push WB Indoor, Outdoor, Manual
Zoom Capability	30x (4K with CIZ), 40x (HD with CIZ), Max. 80x (HD with CIZ* and Tele Convert Mode) *CIZ = Clear Image Zoom
Focusing System	Auto/Manual
Horizontal Viewing Angle	Approx. 70 (Wide)
Focal Length	f=4.4 mm (Wide) to 88.0 mm (Tele) F2.0 to F3.8
Minimum Object Distance	80 mm (Wide) 800 mm (Tele)
Pan/Tilt Angle	Pan: 170 Tilt: +90/-20
Pan/Tilt Speed (Max.)	Pan: 300/s Tilt: 126/s
Pan/Tilt Speed	Pan: 1.1 to 101/s Tilt: 1.1 to 91/s
Pan/Tilt Speed (Slow)	Pan: 0.5 to 60/s Tilt: 0.5 to 60/s
Pan/Tilt Slow Mode	Yes
Pan/Tilt Operation Noise	NC30 or less* *Sony measurement conditions
Preset Position	256 (CGI) 100 (VISCA)
Picture Freeze Preset	Yes
Preset Mode1/Mode2	Yes
PTZ Trace Memory	Yes
PTZ Motion Sync	Yes
Camera tracking data output	Yes (Requires firmware V2.10)

Network

IP Video Resolution	3840x2160, 1920x1080, 1280x720, 720x576, 720x480, 640x360
Compression Format	H.264: High, Main, Baseline Profile H.265: Main Profile
Maximum Frame Rate	H.264: 60fps H.265: 60fps
Bitrate Compression Mode	CBR/VBR (selectable)
Range of Bitrate Setting	512 Kbps 50 Mbps
Multi Streaming Capability	3
Maximum Number of Clients	5
Protocols	IPv4, IPv6, TCP, UDP, ARP, ICMP, IGMP, HTTP, HTTPS, DHCP, DNS, RTP/RTCP, RTSP, UPnP, VISCA over IP
NDIHX Capability	Yes (requires a license; sold separately)

Camera Features

Auto ICR (Auto mode of IR Cut filter Removal)	Yes
Day/Night	Yes
Visibility Enhancer	Yes
Image Stabilization	Yes
Image Flip	Yes
Picture Setting File	Yes
Picture Profile Preset	Yes
Color Gain	Yes (15 steps)
Color Hue	Yes (15 steps)
Color Matrix	Yes (STD, HIGH SAT, FL LIGHT, MOVIE, STILL, CINEMA, PRO, ITU709, B&W)
Gamma	STD, STRAIGHT, 512 PATTERN, MOVIE, STILL, CINE1, CINE2, CINE3, CINE4
Gamma Level	Yes (15 steps)
Black level	Yes (97 steps)
Black Gamma	Yes (15 steps)
Knee Point	Yes (13 steps)
Knee Slope	Yes (15 steps)
Flicker Cancel	On/Off
Color Bar	On/Off
Color Bar Overlay Name	On/Off
Hide OSD Menu	On/Off
Standby Mode	Yes
Remote Standby	Yes

Web UI

Ver Up

Yes

Audio

Channel	2 ch
Audio Codec	AAC LC 128kbps/ST (IP) AAC LC 256kbps/ST (IP)
Setting Option	Auto Level Control (ALC): On/Off Equalizer: Off, Low cut, Voice enhancement Input selection: Microphone/Line Mic volume: -10 to +10 (21 steps) Audio codec
Embedded Audio in Baseband Video	Yes (3G-SDI, HDMI)
Embedded Audio in IP Streaming	Yes

Interface

4K Video Output	HDMI x1 and IP (streaming) x1
HD Video Output	3G-SDI x1, HDMI x1, IP (streaming) x1
Remote Video Format Switching	Yes
HDMI Color Space	YCbCr, 4:2:2 8 bit RGB, 4:4:4 8 bit
Camera Control Interface	VISCA RS-422 RJ45 (In/Out) VISCA over IP RJ-45 S700PTP RJ-45
IR Remote Control	Yes
Microphone Input	Mini-phone (f3.5mm) x2 (Mic/Line Selectabe)
Sync. System	EXT/INT
External Sync. Input	BNC, 75O, HD 3-level sync, SD Black Burst
Tally	Front x 1
Power Connector Type	IEC60130-10 (JEITA standard RC-5320A) TYPE4

General

Power Requirements	DC 12V (DC 10.8 to 13.2V), PoE+ (IEEE802.3at compliant)
Power Consumption	25.5 W Max.
Operating Temperature	0 C to 40 C 32 F to 104 F
Storage Temperature	-20C to + 60C -4 F to + 140 F
Dimensions (W x H x D)*1	158.4 x 177.5 x 200.2 mm 6 1/4 x 7 x 8 inch
Mass *1	Approx. 1.8 kg 3 lb 15.5 oz
Camera Body Color	White/Black
Size of Screw Hole for Tripod	1/4-20UNC x1
Mountable Angle	< 15
Ceiling Mount	Yes
Supplied Accessories	AC power adapter (1) IR Remote Commander Unit (1) Ceiling bracket (2) Wire rope (1) Screw M3 x 8(8) Screw M2.6 x6 BLACK (1) HDMI cable fixing plate (1) Safety regulation (1) Download site information (1) Warranty (1)

Notes

*1	The values for dimensions and mass are approximate