The Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera is a compact, low-power camera option with real-time 3G-SDI video output and 10x optical zoom.
Fitted with a 2MP Sony STARVIS CMOS sensor, this 3G-SDI block camera also provides simultaneous analog output in Standard Definition (SD) video, and supports HD-VLC™ output mode for long cable length applications.
The Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera measures only 75 x 43 x 45.5mm (L x W x H) with a weight of 152g. It offers SMPTE 424M and SMPTE 292M compliant video output up to 1080p60 Full HD. Sophisticated camera features include Real-time True Wide Dynamic Range (WDR), Day & Night mode – Infrared Cut filter Removal (ICR), Digital Noise Reduction (2D + 3D DNR) and Digital Image Stabilization. The camera can be controlled using VISCA protocol serial communications over TTL, RS-232 and RS-485, or using Pelco – D/P control protocol. DIP switch settings control the selection of serial communication protocol, HD-VLC output and camera video output mode on power-up.
Active Silicon offers two variants of Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Cameras with SDI video output. The Harrier 10x AF-Zoom SDI Camera is more compact and provides EX-SDI and HD-TVI output options. The Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera also delivers high quality 3G/HD-SDI output, however it is made up from a Harrier 10x AF-Zoom (LVDS) Camera with a Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board; this enables support for HD-VLC output, which we recommend for use with extra long cable lengths and the Bluebird SDI Adapter. The interface board can also be modified to add custom video processing features.
For more information please talk to our team to discuss the best option for your application.
The Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Camera is also available with USB and/or HDMI output instead of 3G-SDI.
| Image sensor | 1/2.8″ Sony IMX462LQR-C CMOS sensor (progressive scan) [issue02 camera] |
| Effective no. of pixels | Approx. 2,130,000 pixels [issue02 camera] |
| Video format (HD) | 1080p/60, 1080p/30, 720p/60 720p/30 |
| Video format (SD) | NTSC / PAL |
| Minimum illumination | Color (1/30s, 60dB): 0.003 lux; Color DSS (1/8s, 60dB): 0.00075 lux; BW (1/30s, 60dB): 0.0004lux; BW DSS (1/8s, 60dB): 0.0001 lux; [values for AS-CAM-10LHD-A issue02] |
| S/N ratio | More than 50dB |
| Gain control (AGC) | OFF/ON |
| Shutter speed | 1/30(25) – 1/30,000 sec |
| Sync system | Internal |
| Aperture control | 20steps |
| DSS | Off / 2x / 4x / (8x:60 or 50 fps only) [DSS = Digital Slow Shutter] |
| White balance | Auto, One Push, Manual, Indoor, Outdoor |
| AE (Auto exposure mode) | Auto, lris Priority, Shutter Priority, Manual |
| Lens (wide to tele) | 10x optical zoom f= 5.1mm to 51mm F1.6 to 1.8 |
| Digital zoom | OFF / MAX 2x – 32x |
| Focusing system | Auto, one push, manual |
| Horizontal viewing angle (wide to tele) | 57° to 6.2° |
| Minimum object distance (wide to tele) | 100mm to 1000mm |
| Control protocol | Serial VISCA |
| Baud rate | 2400 / 4800 / 9600 / 19200 / 38400 / 57600 / 115200 |
| Day & Night mode | Infrared Cut filter Removal (ICR). Auto / Day / Night / Ext-in. |
| Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) | real-time. OFF / WDR / BLC. |
| Digital Noise Reduction | 2D+3D DNR. OFF / Low / Middle / High / Auto |
| Digital Image Stabilization | Available. |
| High/Back Light Compensation (HLC/BLC) | OFF / ON / Night only. |
| Defog | Available. |
| Motion detection | Detection OFF / 3 positions. |
| Privacy mask | Mask OFF / 24 positions. |
| Defect detection | Available, ON/OFF. |
| Mirror | OFF, H, V, H&V. |
| KEL30 Connector (J1) | The interface board on the camera is fitted with a 30-way miniature connector to link to the video output connector on the camera. Connector type: KEL USL00-30L. Mating cable: A 30-way micro coaxial cable (AS-CIB-USL30-100MM) is supplied with the camera. Lengths available: KEL USL20-30SS-010-C (100mm length) or KEL USL20-30SS-005-C (50mm length). |
| Input/Output Connector (J2) | The interface board is fitted with an industry standard 4-way connector for Vsync/PWM signal output and test pattern/reset control inputs. Connector type: JST SM04B-SRSS-TB Mating cable: A suitable cable is available as part of the cable kit AS-CIB-CBLKIT-002-B (see ordering information). See Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board datasheet (download tab) for pin assignments and control options. |
| Power and Control Connector (J3) | The interface board on the camera is fitted with an industry standard 9-way connector for power, serial control and analog video out. Connector type: JST SM09B-SRSS-TB Mating cable: A suitable cable is available as part of the cable kit AS-CIB-CBLKIT-002-B (see ordering information). See Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board datasheet (download tab) for pin assignments and output options. |
| JTAG Connector (J4) | Test connector used in manufacturing for circuit verification. |
| 3G-SDI Output Connector (J5) | The interface board is fitted with a Hirose H.FL Micro Coaxial Connector (75 Ohm). Connector type: Hirose Micro Coaxial Connector (Receptacle), part number H.FL-R-SMT(01). Mating connector: Use mating cable with 75 Ohm characteristic impedance, for example Hirose part number H.FL75-2LP-084H-A-100. A suitable cable is available as part of the cable kit AS-CIB-CBLKIT-002-B (see ordering information). |
| Analog Video Out (Pin 3, J3) | Standard resolution composite analog is simultaneously available in HD modes 720p50 (for PAL) and 720p60/59.94 (for NTSC). There are two options for the analog output, selectable via serial control: (a) the 1280 pixel wide HD image can be cropped to 960 wide, by cropping a 120 pixel strip off each side to make a 4:3 aspect ratio Standard Definition (SD) signal. (b) by pre-warping the image, such that when displayed on a HD monitor in the monitor’s stretch-to-fit mode, the original full-width HD signal will be displayed correctly at 16:9 aspect ratio. Both methods ensure the displayed pixels remain square and that the image is not distorted. |
| Video and Control Mode DIP Switch (SW1) | The interface board is fitted with a 4-way DIP switch to select various video output and control modes. The DIP switches to select the Video Format are read on power-up only. Therefore, to change mode using the DIP switches, power down the camera, set the switches and then power up the camera. DIP switches will only be effective for the operating modes supported by the camera currently in use. See Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board datasheet (download tab) for the configuration of the DIP switch SW1. |
| Communications Mode Selection (SW2) | The interface board is also fitted with a 2-way DIP switch to select the serial communications standard. It allows to choose between RS-232 VISCA communications, RS-485 VISCA comms with RS-485 termination enabled, RS-485 VISCA comms with RS-485 termination disabled and TTL VISCA communications. See Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board datasheet (download tab) for the details and configuration of the DIP switch SW2. |
| Digital Transmission Standard Selection (SW3) | The interface board is fitted with a 1-way DIP switch to select the SMPTE or HD-VLC digital output standards. OFF = SMPTE compliant output. ON = HD-VLC compressed output. |
| Power requirement | 9 – 15V DC. |
| Power consumption | Approx. 4 Watts (typical@1080p60). |
| Operating temperature | -5°C to +50°C (Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera). |
| Storage temperature | -20°C to +60°C (Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera). |
| Operating humidity | 10% to 90% (no condensation) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | 75mm x 43mm x 45.5mm (L x W x H). |
| Weight | approx. 120g. |
| Download | File Type | File Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
Datasheets |
Datasheet Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board | 684.08 KB | |
| Datasheet Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Camera | 605.81 KB | ||
Manuals & Quick Start Guides |
Technical Reference Manual - Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Camera v.2.04 | 2.30 MB | |
| Harrier 3G-SDI CIB Quickstart Guide v1.6.3 | 699.57 KB | ||
Software |
HarrierControl Camera Software v.1.4.2 | zip | 15.21 MB |
CAD Drawings & Data |
3D CAD Model (zipped STEP file) - Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera | zip | 7.56 MB |
| Mechanical Overview - Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera | 273.73 KB | ||
Other Downloads |
Technical Note - Coaxial cable selection for Harrier boards | 181.67 KB | |
| Technical Note - Troubleshooting guide for Harrier camera interface boards | 276.68 KB | ||
| White Paper - High-Definition Long-Reach Video Transmission | 741.89 KB | ||
| Brochure - Cameras for drones, UAVs and gimbals | 1.30 MB |
| Part number | Description |
|---|---|
| AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-10LHD-A |
Harrier 10x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera; includes 100mm 30-way micro-coax cable AS-CIB-USL30-100MM, 50mm available upon request. |
| AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-EVAL-B |
Evaluation kit for Harrier 3G-SDI. Includes power supply, cabling (AS-CIB-CBLKIT-002-B), micro-coax cable (AS-CIB-USL30-100MM, for connecting camera with camera interface board) and the Harrier Evaluation Board with PC serial interface (via USB). Not included: Camera and camera interface board. |
| AS-CAM-10LHD-A |
Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Camera. |
| AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-A |
Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board. Analog composite output (when in 720p50/59.94/60 operating modes). Support for HD-VLC compression technology. Board only, no cables included. |
| AS-CIB-CBLKIT-002-B |
Cable kit for AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-A containing micro coax cable, BNC adapter and control cables for J2 and J3. |
| AS-CIB-USL30-100MM |
30-way micro-coax cable for connecting the interface board (J1) to the camera. Length 100mm (Manufacturer: KEL, part number: USL20-30SS-010-C). |
| AS-CIB-USL30-50MM |
30-way micro-coax cable for connecting the interface board (J1) to the camera. Length 50mm (Manufacturer: KEL, part number: USL20-30SS-005-C). |
| AS-CIB-BRK-009-A |
Metal bracket, screws and spacers for mounting the AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-A to Harrier 10x AF-Zoom Camera. |
If you're looking for long cable length solutions that guarantee high quality HD video transmission over greater distances we recommend HD-VLC technology. Check out our white paper on Long-reach HD video transmission technologies and this video.
Watch this video to learn more about Harrier AF-Zoom cameras:
