KY-M280U
MULTI PUPOSE 3 TUBE COLOR CAMERA
MSRP: $9,200.00
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JVC ADDS MULTI-USE, SPECIAL PURPOSE CAMERA TO ITS KY
SERIES
For a wide variety of special purposes requiring automatic
functions and high performance color balance, the Professional
Video Communications Division of JVC COMPANY OF AMERICA has
introduced the KY-M280. The small, lightweight 3-tube camera is
controlled from a remote CCU. Applications include, but are not
limited to medical, industrial, image processing, computer
graphics, computer animation, film transfer, teleconferencing,
surveilance, and robotics. "The new KY-M280 incorporates the
same high resolution prism optics and Saticon* pickup tubes
found in other KY series cameras," says Juan Martinez, product
engineering manager.
Small In Size, Big On Performance
Although the camera head is only 2.9 lbs.(1.3 kg) and
the head size is only 6(W)x9(H)x4(D)" (162x241x89mm), the KY-
M280 is no lightweight in terms of performance. An electrical
color temperature switch (3200K/6000K) and R/B gain control
provide color balancing for a wide range of conditions. Its CCU
outputs both NTSC composite color video signals and RGB analog
signals. A negative/positive reverse video signal switch, color
bar generator and gain boost circuit are also standard.
High Resolution Optics For Demanding Applications
With its 1/2" Saticon (H9382) pickup tubes, the KY-
M280's refined f/1.4 R/G/B prism optical system and +9 dB gain
circuit produce horizontal resolution measuring up to 650 lines
at center. A 2H vertical contour correction circuit further
enhances image clarity. Sensitivity measures f/2.8 at 2,000
lux. Minimum illumination is just 65 lux (6.5 fc) at f/1.4 (+18
dB, video output level 70%).
Connecting a monitor such as TM-R14U will provide
enhanced clarity. In medical aplications, for example, the KY-
M280 can be used in an operating room as a general surgical
camera, a color video camera for a surgical microscope, an
endoscope, or a biological microscope.
A video signal-to-noise ratio of 55 dB complements the
KY-M280's high performance and illumination characteristics.
Such a figure is posssible because of "cleaner" preamplifier
circuitry and improved FETS.
Genlock circuitry maintains a stable picture while
switching or mixing with other signals locked to the same
source.
Microprocessor Based Automation For Simplified Operation
With the flip of a switch, the eight-bit digital
microprocessor based registration circuit provides fast, error-
free adjustment of registration shift. The KY-M280 also incor-
porates auto-white and auto-black balance circuits.
Another automatic feature is matrix masking for
improved color reproduction. For pick-up tube protection, the
iris closes automatically when power is turned off or color bars
are switched on.
Accessories For Customization
The KY-M280 offers a wide variety of optional
accessories to meet the customer's specific needs. These
include, motorized zoom lens, 16X zoom lens, surgical microscope
adaptors (Nikon and Olympus), and cables in lengths of 65, 130,
and 203 ft. (20, 40, and 60m). Standard cable length is 6.6 ft.
(40m).
For more information regarding the KY-M280, call the
Professional Video Communications Division toll-free at 1-800-
JVC-5825.
*Saticon is a registered mark of Hitachi.