The Harrier 30x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera (Sony FCB-EV9500L) provides real-time 3G-SDI video with simultaneous analog video output. It features a 30x optical zoom, advanced autofocus performance and a larger 1/1.8”-type STARVIS anti-reflective-coated CMOS sensor, which guarantees high-quality imaging even in low-light conditions.
Based on the Sony FCB-EV9500L the camera offers a range of advanced camera features and functions; among others, it features VISCA command protocol, Flare Reduction, Noise Reduction (NR), Wide Dynamic Range Mode (Wide-D), Visibility Enhancer (VE), Defog, and Super+ Image Stabilizer.
The camera can be controlled using the VISCA protocol with TTL, RS-232 or RS-485 serial communications. DIP switch settings control the selection of serial communication protocol, HD-VLC output and camera video output mode on power-up. The Full HD video output up to 1080p60 is SMPTE 424M and SMPTE 292M compliant.
Overcoming long cable distances is also not a problem, as the camera provides HD-VLC™ output, a unique CODEC technology that ensures real-time superior image quality over long cable lengths.
Active Silicon is an approved partner of Sony and the FCB-EV9500L and other Sony EV-series cameras are compatible with all Harrier camera interface boards. In addition to 3G-SDI output solutions, we also offer USB and Ethernet IP video output.
| Image sensor | 1/1.8″-type Sony IMX64AR STARVIS anti-reflective-coated CMOS sensor. |
| Number of effective pixels | 4.17M Pixel |
| Output pixels (H x V) | 1920 x 1080, 1280 x 720 |
| Video format | 1080p/60, 1080p/59.94, 1080p/50, |
| Minimum illumination (50%, High Sensitivity mode ON) | ICR-Off mode: 0.009lx (shutter speed 1/30 sec), 0.0012lx (1/4 sec or 1/3 sec) |
| Minimum illumination (50%, High Sensitivity mode OFF) | ICR-Off mode: 0.09lx (shutter speed 1/30 sec), 0.012lx (1/4 sec or 1/3 sec) |
| Recommended illumination | 100lx to 100,000lx |
| Image S/N | 50 dB (Weight On) |
| Gain | Auto / manual (0dB to 50.0dB), 0 to 28 steps |
| Shutter speed | 1/1 sec to 1/10,000 sec, 22 steps |
| Sync system | Internal |
| Exposure control | 0dB to ± 10.5dB, 15 steps |
| Backlight compensation | Yes |
| Gamma | Standard / straight gamma |
| Aperture control | 16 steps |
| White balance | Auto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push WB, Manual WB, Outdoor Auto, Sodium Vapor Lamp (Fix / Auto / Outdoor Auto), Spot AWB |
| AE (Auto exposure mode) | Full Auto, Manual, Priority mode (shutter / iris), EV compensation, Spot AE, Slow AE |
| Zoom | 30x Enhanced Optical Zoom *StableZoom increases the magnification by combining optical zoom and digital zoom. |
| Lens (wide to tele) | f=6.5mm to 162.5mm, F1.6 to F4.8 |
| Zoom mode | Standard Mode / Variable Mode / Direct Mode |
| Zoom Movement Speed | Wide end to Tele end: Wide end to Digital 12x tele: Digital wide to Digital 12x tele: |
| Focussing system | Auto focus (Normal AF, Interval AF, Zoom Trigger AF [sensitivity: normal, low]), |
| Focus Movement Time | ∞ to Near: 1.4 s |
| Horizontal viewing angle (wide to tele) | 58.1° (Wide) to 2.3° (Tele) |
| Minimum object distance | 100mm (Wide) to 1200mm (Tele) |
| Auto ICR | Yes |
| Wide Dynamic Range (Wide-D) | Yes |
| Visibility enhancer | Yes |
| Defog | Yes (low / mid / high) |
| Noise reduction | Yes (3D + 2D / independent setting (3D, 2D) |
| Image stabilization | Yes: Super image stabilizer (Super/Super+) |
| Spot light avoidance | Yes |
| Motion detection | Yes |
| Privacy zone masking | Yes |
| Alarm | Yes |
| Slow AE response | Yes |
| Picture effects | Black & white (monochrome image) |
| Picture freeze | Yes |
| Electronic flip (e-flip) | Yes |
| Mirror image | Yes |
| Slow shutter | Yes |
| Temperature readout | Yes |
| Title display | Yes (20 characters / line, max. 11 lines) |
| Camera mode display | Yes (English) |
| KEL30 Connector (J1) | The interface board 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 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). |
| 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. |
| 3G-SDI | Compliant with SMPTE 424M and SMPTE 292M. |
| Camera control interface | VISCA protocol (TTL, RS-232, RS-485) |
| Power requirements | 8V to 12V DC |
| Power consumption | TBD |
| Operating temperature | -5°C to +60°C (ambient environment) |
| Storage temperature | -20°C to +60°C |
| Relative humidity | 20% to 80% non-condensing (operating and storage) |
| Dimensions (L x W x H) | Approx. 149 x 56 x 65.5mm |
| Weight | Approx. 469g |
| Download | File Type | File Size | |
|---|---|---|---|
Datasheets |
Datasheet Sony FCB-EV9500 camera | 491.84 KB | |
| Datasheet Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board | 684.08 KB | ||
Manuals & Quick Start Guides |
Harrier 3G-SDI CIB Quickstart Guide v1.6.3 | 699.57 KB | |
| Sony FCB-EV9500L Technical Reference Manual | 1.61 MB | ||
Software |
Sony FCB-EV9500 and EV9520L Camera Control Software | zip | 530.75 KB |
CAD Drawings & Data |
Sony FCB-EV9500L Camera Technical Drawing | png | 170.65 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-002-9500L-A |
Harrier 30x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera (Sony FCB-EV9500L); 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; also for the Harrier 30x AF-Zoom 3G-SDI Camera (Sony FCB-EV9500L). The kit contains 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 UART). Not included: Camera and camera interface board. |
| AS-SONY-FCB-EV9500L |
Sony FCB-EV9500L autofocus-zoom block camera. |
| AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-A |
Harrier 3G-SDI Camera Interface Board; additional 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 H.FL 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 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 to the camera. Length 50mm (Manufacturer: KEL, part number: USL20-30SS-005-C). |
| AS-CIB-BRK-007-A |
Metal bracket, screws and spacers for mounting the AS-CIB-3GSDI-002-A to a Sony FCB-EV-series block camera. |
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