AJA RovoCam Integrated UltraHD/HD Camera with HDBaseT

SPECIFICATIONS

Camera Module
Sony FCB-ER8300
Video Formats
(UltraHD) 3840 x 2160p 25, 29.97
(HD) 1080p 50, 59.94
HD) 1080i 50, 59.94
(HD) 720p 50, 59.94
(SD) 720 x 480p 59.94
(SD) 720 x 576p 50
Pixel Format
YUV 4:2:2, RGB 4:4:4
Sensor
Progressive scan CMOS, 1/2.3 3840 x 2160 8.93 Mega Pixels
Image Processor
Noise reduction (2D/3D)
Visibility enhancer ICR (day and night) Slow AE
High sensitivity
Gamma
Defog
Color enhancement picture effect
Horizontal and vertical flip
Spot focus and spot aperture controls
Lens
Focal Length: 3.9 to 46.8 mm
Focus
Auto, Manual, One push trigger mode
Lens Control
Zoom, Focus, Iris, IRCS
F Value
1.8 to 2.0
Horizontal Angle of View
70.7 degrees (wide)
6.2 degrees (telephoto)
Magnification
12x optical, 20x or 24x with Super Resolution Zoom
Digital Zoom
12x
Super Resolution Zoom
UltraHD: 1.67x (max 20x combined with 12x optical zoom)
HD: 2.0x (max 24x combined with 12x optical zoom)
White Balance
Auto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor, One Push, Manual, Sodium lamp
Manual red and blue gain controls
Video Output Digital
HDBaseT (RJ-45, Requires Receiver Unit such as RovoRx-HDMI)
Cat 5e 70m (230 ft) or Cat 6a 100m (328 ft)
Audio Input Analog
1x 3.5mm TRS Input with 3V PiP (Plug in Power)
Control
1x 3.5mm TRS Input for RS-232/VISCA camera control

*RS-232 can also pass the control from the RovoRx-HDMI unit as well.
User Interface
VISCA Compatible Control Software and Hardware
AJA RovoControl software for macOS and Windows
1x USB to 3.5mm TRS cable for RS-232 control
Size (w x d x h)
2.8” x 5.9” x 3.6" (71.12 x 149.86 x 91.44 mm) (Including tripod mount and cold shoe)
Weight
2.2 lbs (1.0 kg)
Power
10-12Vdc 2 pin pluggable terminal block, 0.6A max
6W typical, 8W max or Power over HDBaseT
Conforming to IEEE802.3af-2003 mode A, 6W typical, 8W max
Environment
Safe Operating Temperature: 0 to 40 C (32 to 104 F)
Safe Storage Temperature (Power OFF): -40 to 60 C (-40 to 140 F)
Operating Relative Humidity: 10-90% noncondensing
Operating Altitude: <3,000 meters (<10,000 feet)

Superior Optics, Simply Delivered
RovoCam’s marriage of lens to delivery begins with superior Sony optics, complete with built-in 12x optical zoom and up to 20x zoom with Sony Super Resolution Zoom and autofocus or manual focus capabilities; all easily controlled remotely via Sony's VISCA protocol.

RovoCam is built around Sony’s 4K (Sony FCB-ER8300) camera module featuring a back illuminated CMOS sensor and Sony image processing for excellent performance.

What sets RovoCam apart from other cameras in its category, is 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 meters.

Delivering this much functionality and power with single cable connectivity dramatically simplifies installation, camera setup and footprint requirements.

Distance, Power and Control. All Over a Single Cable.
HDBaseT sits at the heart of RovoCam.

RovoCam itself features an integrated HDBaseT transmitter. Not only does HDBaseT offer affordable long cable runs up to 100 meters over standard Cat5e/6 cables, it also passes RovoCam’s gorgeous UltraHD/HD imagery, audio, control of the camera, and power to the unit.

A single Cat 5e/6 cable carries all uncompressed video, 2-Channel audio, VISCA camera control, and power for the simplest installation ever due to RovoCam’s integrated HDBaseT interface.

Connectivity:

• 1 x HDBaseT connector (RJ-45) allowing camera interaction and control, uncompressed video, audio and power all over one Cat 5e/6 cable.
• 1 x 3.5mm Stereo Mic audio input
• 1 x 3.5mm RS-232 input
• 1 x local power connector

Simple to Install. Simple to Operate.

Note: Power and RS-232 connections on RovoCam are not needed if those functions are supplied by the HDBaseT interface.

Robust, Reliable, Desirable
RovoCam is small enough to fit in the palm of your hand. Built of rugged aluminum, RovoCam is reliable and built for serious use, and its light weight and compact body allows simple mounting in a wide range of scenarios. From tripod, stage, conference room to security camera mounts, RovoCam can go wherever you need it to.

RovoCam is also compatible with standard Sony outdoor housings, ensuring reliable performance in all outdoor environments.

RovoControl
RovoControl is free software from AJA for macOS, Windows and Linux designed to be a simple application for controlling one or multiple RovoCams, offering easy control of all the main camera features like zoom, iris and focus.
RovoControl uniquely offer electronic PTZ for moving an HD 1080p box around the UltraHD frame, allowing Pan and Tilt for HD output.

RovoControl v3.0 software features:

USB controller support for mapping RovoControl controls to a USB interface for game style controllers and USB joysticks
Exposure control for simpler camera control in the GUI
Improved preset command and control with global, camera and ePTZ
preset control advancements
Import/Export of settings for sharing setups and con gurations
A high DPI UI mode for GUI on high rez displays
Crosshair selector for more refined Spot AE and Spot Focus control
Zoom control enhancements
A new summary line in the RovoControl UI provides an overview of
basic settings for quick reference

Powerful Optics meets Easy Transport.
RovoCam when paired with RovoRx-HDMI utilizes the power of HDBaseT, combining video signal, camera control, audio and power all passing over one standard Cat 5e/6a cable.

RovoRx-HDMI HDBaseT receiver provides an HDMI 1.4b video output for monitoring, audio output, and RS-232/VISCA for complete camera control. VISCA control can be passed through to a joystick controller or alternatively to a computer with a com port for software control.

Just plug in your RovoRx-HDMI receiver unit and your camera is up and running and ready to use.

Complete Control
RovoCam is simple to control via flexible software and hardware support.

RovoCam offers industry standard Sony VISCA protocol support, Local RS-232 connectivity and control over a single Cat 5e/6 cable through HDBaseT.

Work your way, whether a fan of compatible joystick driven hardware or new USB controller support through RovoControl configuration, or through software like RocoSoft’s PTZJoy Camera Control Software or Serial Port Tool's PTZ Controller (version 3.2) or more; you’re in control.

RovoRx-SDI
Control and display RovoCam’s gorgeous UltraHD/HD imagery remotely with RovoRX-SDI and RovoControl.

RovoRX-SDI is a companion UltraHD/HD HDBaseT Mini-Converter receiver for RovoCam, with additional support for other higher frame rate HDBaseT workflows, with four integrated 6G/3G-SDI outputs and HDMI video and audio outputs for UltraHD and HD workflows.

Receive the RovoCam’s video and audio up to 100m away from the camera, and output to 6G/3G-SDI monitors, routers and recorders and HDMI TVs and devices simultaneously.

The HDBaseT connector on RovoRx-SDI supports camera uncompressed video, audio, power, and control, all over a single Cat 5e/6 cable, greatly simplifying cabling and systems integration.

RovoRx-SDI uniquely offers a DA Mode for signal distribution from an HDBaseT source, greatly expanding HDBaseT delivery options.

RovoRx-SDI connectivity includes:

4x 6G/3G-SDI outputs
1x HDMI UltraHD/HD output
DA Mode for distributing multiple SDI signals from an HDBaseT source
1x RCA Stereo audio output
1x USB
1x RS-232 Bi-directional
1x HDBaseT connector (RJ-45) allowing for camera interaction, power, and control, all over one Cat 5e/6 cable.
5 year warranty

RovoRx-HDMI Receive and Deliver
Control and display RovoCam’s gorgeous UltraHD/HD imagery remotely with RovoRX-HDMI.

RovoRx-HDMI is an UltraHD/HD HDBaseT Receiver with integrated HDMI video and audio outputs specifically designed to receive RovoCam’s output. Receive the RovoCam’s video and audio up to 100m away from the camera, and output to HDMI TVs and devices.

The HDBaseT connector on RovoRx-HDMI supports camera uncompressed video, audio, power, and control, all over a single Cat 5e/6 cable, greatly simplifying cabling and systems integration.

RovoRx-HDMI connectivity includes:

1x UltraHD/HD HDMI output
1x RCA stereo audio output*
1x USB for signal extension
1x RS-232 for RovoCam control or VISCA support
1x HDBaseT connector (RJ-45)
5 year warranty
*RovoCam Audio is not carried over to the HDMI output on
RovoRx-HDMI, it is only output via the RCA 2 channel connection.

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Industry-Leading Support
AJA’s technical support is recognized as among the best in the industry and is available to all AJA customers. If you need assistance with any aspect of your Rovo installation, configuration, operation or encounter any technical issue, AJA Support will work with you to get up and running.

RovoCam is covered by a generous three year warranty. Please see the individual Product’s Manual for additional specifics around warranty conditions for the product itself.