Sony HDC2500 Operation Manual page 7

1 Gbps. This allows for a multitude of new system
configurations, such as connecting several IP transmission
cameras as subcameras.
Note
The network TRUNK transfer rate differs depending on the
video format. Jumbo frames are not supported.
HD TRUNK function (HDC2500/2400)
The new HD TRUNK function uses 3G optical transmission
supports sending HD-SDI-equivalent digital data (not an HD-
SDI video signal) from the HDC2500/2400 to an HDCU2000/
2500.
Note
The HD TRUNK function can only be used when a single
format is selected and the network TRUNK function is set to
OFF.
HD prompter function (HDC2500/2400)
The new HD prompter function on HDC2500/2400 supports
sending HD-SDI-equivalent digital data (not an HD-SDI signal)
separate from the return video signal from an HDCU2000/
2500 to the HDC2500/2400.
Note
The HD prompter function can only be used when a single
format is selected and the network TRUNK function is set to
OFF.
User-friendly operation
Spirit level display function
HDC2500/2400/2550 features a spirit level function, which
enables you to display the amount of camera roll on the view
finder screen and monitor. By checking the level of the
camera, more stable shooting can be achieved.
Carbon-graphite outer cover
The HDC2500/2400/2550 outer cover is made of carbon
graphite. Much lighter and stronger than plastic, it can easily
withstand intense movement under the toughest shooting
conditions.
Unit-body with low center of gravity
HDC2500/2400/2550, like the previous HDC1500 series,
adopts a stylish appearance with low-slung design. When
used in combination with the HDLA1500-series Large Lens
Adaptor, it permits the viewfinder to be mounted at a low
position, making the viewfinder position closer to the optical
axis of the lens.
Swing handle and VF slide mechanism
A slight protrusion of the upper front part of the handle enables
stable holding of the camera while you are shooting, by
holding the front part of the handle. Furthermore, the movable
range of a front-rear slide mechanism for the viewfinder
attachment has been widened to provide the best balance for
shooting with the camera on your shoulder. The swing handle
mechanism allows for mounting and usage on the HDLA1500
series, making forward shifting with a large-scale viewfinder
possible. This enables the same total longitudinal size as a
standard studio-use camera, for operability equivalent to that
of a standard studio-use camera.
Position-adjustable shoulder pad
The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted for stable
shooting according to the build of the camera operator, the
type of lens in use, or the shooting style.
A low-repulsion shoulder pad (position fixed) is available as an
option (Part No.: A-8286-346-A).
Function-assignable switches
The function-assignable switches on the side panel can be
assigned to your desired function, such as electronic color-
temperature conversion.
These switches can be synchronized with the assignable
switches on viewfinder models such as HDVF-EL75 and
HDVF-C550W, and can be used to operate the viewfinder
functions such as MAGNIFICATION, etc.
Also, two function-assignable switches are on the upper part
of the handle, and can be used to set the viewfinder functions
such as MAGNIFICATION, etc.
USB connector
Connect a USB drive to the USB connector to record and read
data. Setup menu settings can also be saved to and loaded
from the USB drive.
Prevention of electrical shock
When the power connection is unsafe, the power supply from
the connected Camera Control Unit will be shut off.
Optional accessories
You can add new functions and compatibility with other video
formats by embedding the following optional accessories.
For details on optional accessories, contact a Sony sales
representative or Sony service representative.
For specifications or more detailed information on optional
accessories, refer to the Operation Manual of each accessory.
HKC-DF20 Dual Optical Filter Unit
Embedding the HKC-DF20 Dual Optical Filter Unit allows for a
2-filter (a CC filter and ND filter) configuration.
HZC-PSF20 Support software for PsF format
Embedding HZC-PSF20 PsF format-compatible software
makes creation of 1080/24PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 1080/25PsF
and 1080/29.97PsF formats possible.
HZC-PRV20 Software for progressive support
Embedding HZC-PRV20 progressive format-compatible
software makes creation of 1080/50P and 1080/59.94P
formats possible.
HZC-DFR20 Dual-speed software
By using the HZC-DFR20 dual-speed-compatible software,
1080/100i, 1080/119.88i, 720/100P and 720/119.88P 2× slow-
motion recording is available.
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