On 9 February, AJA Video Systems announced RovoCam, the company’s first
compact block camera for industrial, corporate, security, ProAV and broadcast
applications. Striking UltraHD and HD imagery is captured with Sony optics with built-in 12x optical and up to 20x zoom with Sony Super Resolution Zoom.
RovoCam has an integrated HDBaseT interface supporting uncompressed video,
power, stereo audio and RS-232 control over a single CAT 5e/6 cable running at
lengths of up to 100 metres. Delivering this much functionality and power with
single cable connectivity greatly simplifies installation, camera setup and footprint requirements.
RovoCam is built around Sony’s 4K FCB-ER8300 Functional Camera Block featuring
the back illuminated CMOS sensor technology and Sony image processing for
excellent performance. Reliable, practical and compactly encased in rugged and
durable aluminum, RovoCam’s small and light form factor allows simple mounting in
a wide range of scenarios. RovoRx-HDMI, the companion receiver unit, offers the
simplest integration for RovoCam with an HDMI output, and all video/audio signals,
power, and control over HDBaseT. RovoCam is also compatible with select third
party receivers.
“AJA has always been known for supporting open standards with highly functional,
flexible and reliable technologies, and the release of RovoCam continues this trend.
Marrying our HDBaseT interface technology with Sony’s compact 4K camera delivers
incredibly powerful camera acquisition with very simple single cable setup and
operation,’ said Nick Rashby, president, AJA Video Systems. “We’ve partnered
closely with Sony for many years and RovoCam comes as the latest in a long line of
collaborations with them.’
For a full feature list as well as pricing and availability, visit the AJA website.
