Sony BPU4000 User manual

BASEBAND PROCESSOR UNIT
BPU4000
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 6)

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Table of Contents
Overview.................................................................... 3
Features ..........................................................................3
System Configuration ...................................................... 5
Name and Function of Parts .................................. 10
Front Panel ................................................................... 10
Rear Panel .................................................................... 11
Connection and Setup ........................................... 13
4K System Connection .................................................13
Extension Mode Connection .........................................14
HD CUTOUT Video System .......................................... 15
HFR Video System .......................................................17
HDR Video System .......................................................20
Relationship between Connection Type and BNC
Connector Assignment ..............................................22
Paint Functions in HDR MODE and BT.2020 COLOR
MODE ........................................................................26
Status Display ......................................................... 31
Displaying the Status Screen ........................................31
Status Display Screen ...................................................31
Menu Settings ......................................................... 32
Changing Settings using the Menu ...............................32
Menu Tree ..................................................................... 33
Menu List ...................................................................... 35
Appendix ................................................................. 44
Precautions ................................................................... 44
Error Messages .............................................................44
Specifications ......................................................... 45

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Overview
The BPU4000 Baseband Processor Unit connects to a
CA4000 Camera System Adaptor, mounted on a PMW-F55
Solid-state Memory Camcorder1) or an F65 Digital Motion
Picture Camera2), or to an HDC4300 Color Camera3) or
HDC-P43 Multi Purpose Camera4) via an optical fiber cable. It
processes video signals from the camera and provides an
interface with external devices.
It can also connect to an HDCU2000-series or HDCU1000-
series5) Camera Control Unit (hereinafter referred to as the
“CCU”) to form a 4K video multi-camera system, supplying
power to the camera and transferring various signals
(intercom, tally, prompter, audio, etc.).
1) Requires PMW-F55 software version 2.10 or later.
2) Requires the SKC-4065 F65 Adaptor.
3) Requires BPU4000 software version 3.00 or later.
4) Requires BPU4000 software version 3.30 or later. Also, connection
with an HDC-P43 requires an HKCU-SM100 CCU Extension
Adaptor and single-mode fiber cable.
5) If using a HDCU1000-series unit, please contact your Sony
representative.
Features
For system camera operation, first check that the software and
ROM version of this unit, PMW-F55, F65, F65 Adaptor,
CA4000, HDC4300, and HDC-P43 support this function.
4K and HD dual system support
Equipped with 4K video signal processing functions, and
down-converter for conversion to HD format.
It can support a 4K camera system and HD camera system at
the same time when used in combination with a CCU.
It can also be used as a camera extension unit when not
connected to a CCU.
Various HFR (High Frame Rate) functions
The unit supports a wide range of HFR video signal output,
including 2×/3×/4×/6×/8× HD and 2× 4K. The formats that are
available for use depend on the connected devices.
The unit has a built-in function for generating normal speed
video from HFR video, allowing it to output both HFR video
and normal speed video simultaneously. The normal speed
video can be used in a conventional HD camera system and
similar systems by connecting a CCU.
Slim enclosure
Houses high-performance signal processing circuits in a slim,
1.5U enclosure equipped with dual 2-system 4K signal output
connectors, dual 2-system HD signal output connectors, one
set of optical fiber connectors, and interface connectors on the
rear panel.
Video input/output
Outputs
• 12G/6G-SDI: 2-system (1 output/system), 2 connectors for
each output
• 3G/HD-SDI: 2-system (4 outputs/system), 2 connectors for
each output
• 3G/HD-SDI: 1 system (2 outputs)
• HD-SDI: 1 system (2 outputs)
Inputs
• Reference signal (analog), 1-system 1)
• 3G/HD-SDI return signal, 2-system 1)
1) Available only when used as a camera extension unit.
12G-SDI output and 6G-SDI output are supported by products
with serial numbers 15001 to 29999, 35001 or later, and
products that have undergone a software and hardware
upgrade.
For details about upgrading, contact your Sony representative.
External sync signal
When connected with a CCU, operation is synchronized with
the CCU and an external sync signal is not required.
When not connected with a CCU (i.e. when used as a camera
extension unit), operation can be synchronized to a sync
signal (HD tri-level sync or SD black burst) from an external
device.
4K/HD parallel processor built-in
Equipped with built-in 4K signal processor and HD signal
processor (down-converted from 4K signal). The processors
operate independently in parallel, allowing you to optimize
functions, such as detail processing, for both the 4K and HD
systems.
Optical digital transmission
Digital signal transmission over a single optical fiber cable (two
single-mode optical fibers, two power supply lines, two control
lines) connecting the unit and a camera adaptor for stable,
high-capacity transfers.
The unit and a CCU are also connected using a single optical
fiber cable.
When used in combination with an HDCU2000, data signals
and power can be transferred distances up to 2,000 m
(6,560 ft) (camera cable length) when connected to a
PMW-F55. When used in combination with an HDCU2500, the
maximum distance is 1,000 m (3,280 ft).
(The maximum distance power can be supplied varies with the
camera peripheral system configuration and type of optical
fiber cable.)
HDR (High Dynamic Range) shooting
Supports two HDR shooting modes, in addition to normal SDR
(Standard Dynamic Range) shooting.
In “Live HDR” mode, HDR video and SDR are output at the
same time. Paint functions are enabled for both HDR video
and SDR video, allowing you to create separate pictures.
Note
Note

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In “CINEMA” mode, video data is output for recording that can
incorporate the advantage of the dynamic range of the
camera. Data with various video characteristics can be output,
depending on the camera to connect.
Enabled only when a camera that supports 4K output is
connected.
Wide color gamut
Output of 4K signals with color space close to BT.2020 is
supported.
Enabled only when a camera that supports 4K output is
connected.
Optional accessories
Additional functionality can be added by incorporating the
following optional accessories.
For details about installing optional accessories, please
contact your Sony representative.
SZC-2001/SZC-2001M/SZC-2001W HD CUTOUT
software
Extracts a region, selected by the operator, from the 4K image
as an HD image.
SZC-4002/SZC-4002M/SZC-4002W HFR software
Transfers HFR (High Frame Rate) video and performs signal
processing for the following formats. Note that when an
HDC4300 or HDC-P43 is connected, HD 59.94P (2×)/50P (2×)
and HD 59.94P (3×)/50P (3×) are supported without installing
SZC-4002/4002M/4002W software.
Yes: Supported, No: Not supported
Interlaced output is also supported in HD HFR 1080 format.
• The SZC-2001M/4002M can be used for 30 days.
• The SZC-2001W/4002W can be used for 7 days.
Note
Note
Supported format Connected device
PMW-F55 F65 HDC4300,
HDC-P43
HD 59.94P (4×)/50P (4×) Yes No Yes
HD 59.94P (6×)/50P (6×) Yes No Yes
HD 59.94P (8×)/50P (8×) No No Yes
4K 59.94P (2×)/50P (2×) No Yes Yes
Notes

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System Configuration
Production of some of the peripherals and related devices shown in the figures may have been discontinued.
For advice on choosing devices, please contact your Sony representative.
PMW-F55 connection example
Connection example of PMW-F55 and HDCU2000/2500 for operation as a system camera.
Note
Lens
VCT-FSA5
Shoulder Adaptor
Tripod
HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
DVF-L700
Viewfinder
Optical fiber cable
DVF-EL100
DVF-L350
Viewfinder
HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit
BNC
HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
a) Use a lens supporter from the same manufacturer as the lens when
mounting a studio camera lens on a tripod.
b) Attach an SKC-PB40 Camera Power Boost Kit (option) to the unit to supply
power to studio camera lenses.
c) Use an LA-FZB2 Mount Adaptor (option) when using a 2/3-inch lens.
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
BNC
Video
Monitor
Waveform
Monitor
Video Router
CCA-5
LAN cable
Optical fiber cable
Hub
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
USB flash drive
Lens (for studio
camera)a) b) c)
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
Microphone
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
CAC-12
Microphone
Holder
Microphone
USB flash
drive
HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
DVF-L700
Viewfinder
DVF-EL100
DVF-L350
Viewfinder Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom microphone
input
PMW-F55 Solid-
state Memory Camcorder
BPU4000
CA4000 Camera
System Adaptor
BNC × 4
2K Video
Monitor
BNC
4K Video
Monitor
LAN cable
VCT-14
Tripod Adaptor
VCT-FSA5
Shoulder Adaptor
Tripod
PMW-F55 Solid-state
Memory Camcorder
+ LA-FZB2
CA4000 Camera
System Adaptor
+ SKC-PB40
VCT-14
Tripod Adaptor
Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom microphone
input
BNC × 1
or

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Extension mode connection example
Connection example without HDCU2000/2500 for operation as a camera extension unit.
PMW-F55 Solid-state
Memory Camcorder
Optical fiber cable
BPU4000
CA4000 Camera
System Adaptor
2K Video
Monitor
DC power supply input
4K Video
Monitor
Lens
HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
DVF-L700
Viewfinder
DVF-EL100
DVF-L350
Viewfinder
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
Sync signal input
Return video input
BNC
BNC × 4 BNC × 1
or

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F65 connection example
Connection example of operation using an F65 as a system camera.
Lens
Tr i po d
HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
DVF-L700
Viewfinder
Optical fiber cable
DVF-EL100
Viewfinder
HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit
BNC
HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
BNC
Video
Monitor
Waveform
Monitor
Video Router
CCA-5
LAN cable
Optical fiber cable
Hub
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
CAC-12
Microphone
Holder
Microphone
USB flash drive
Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom microphone
input
F65
Digital Motion Picture
Camera
BPU4000
2K Video
Monitor
BNC
4K Video
Monitor
LAN cable
BP-8 Bridge Plate
(ARRIFLEX)
Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom microphone
input
SKC-4065+CA4000
+SKC-PB40
BNC × 4 BNC × 1
or

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HDC4300 connection example
Lens
(for ENG/EFP)
VCT-14 Tripod
Adaptor
Tr i p o d
USB flash drive
Camera hanger a)
HDVF-EL70
HDVF-700A
Viewfinder
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
Microphone
HDLA1500-series
Large Lens Adaptor
Lens
(for studio camera)
HDVF-EL75/L750/L770 Viewfinder
BKW-401 Viewfinder
Rotation Bracket
HDC4300 Color Camera
Optical fiber cable
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
CAC-12
Microphone
Holder
Microphone
HDC4300 Color
Camera
HDVF-20A
HDVF-200
HDVF-EL20
HDVF-EL30
Viewfinder
a) Supplied with HDLA1500 series (Part No.: A-1128-405-A)
b) Installation of optional SZC-4002/4002M/4002W software is required to expand HFR (High Frame Rate) shooting to 4×/6×/8×.
USB flash drive
CAC-6 Return Video
Selector
Intercom Headset
Microphone
BKP-7911 Script Holder
V-wedge shoe
(supplied with
tripod)
Tr i po d
HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit
BNC
HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
BNC
Video
Monitor
Waveform
Monitor
Video Router
CCA-5
LAN cable
Optical fiber cable
Hub
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom
microphone input
BPU4000 b)
2K Video
Monitor
BNC
4K Video
Monitor
LAN cable
Sync signal input
Return video input
Intercom microphone
input
BNC × 4 BNC × 1
or

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HDC-P43 connection example
Lens
(for ENG/EFP)
USB
flash drive
VCT-14
Tripod Adaptor
Tripod for portable
camera
AC-DN10
AC Adapter
AC power supply
a) The transmission distance with a single-mode fiber cable (ST connector) and optical fiber cable is approximately 5 km (max.).
b) The SZC-4002/4002M/4002W HFR software option must be installed for HFR (High Frame Rate) imaging at 4×/6×/8× speeds.
V shoe
Dual HD-SDI video outputs
Single-mode fiber
cable (ST
connector, 1 pair)
HKCU-SM100
CCU Extension
Adapter a)
Optical fiber
cable
HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit
BNC
HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
BNC
Video
monitor
Waveform
monitor
Video router
CCA-5
LAN cable
Optical fiber cable
Hub
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
Sync signal input
Return video input
BPU4000 b)
2K video
monitor
BNC
4K video
monitor
LAN cable
Sync signal input
Return video input
HDC-P43
Multi Purpose
Camera
BPU4000 b)
BNC × 4 BNC × 1
or

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Name and Function of Parts
Front Panel
aRed tally light
Turns on when a red tally signal is received. When the CALL
button on the video camera, the MSU-1000 Master Setup Unit,
or the RCP-3000/1000 series Remote Control Panel is
pressed, the light turns off if lit or turns on if not lit.
A supplied number plate can be attached (see following
diagram).
bYellow tally light
Turns on when a yellow tally signal is received.
cGreen tally light
Turns on when a green tally signal is received.
dCCU number display
Displays the camera number specified in the menu of the CCU
for a system connection.
A number is not displayed when this unit is used as an
extension unit.
eMENU control block
DISP/MENU lever and indicator: Used to display the status
and menu. The indicator lights up when the menu is
displayed.
CANCEL/ENTER lever: Used to cancel/enter settings when
the menu is displayed.
Control knob (rotary encoder): Used to switch pages when
the status screen is displayed. Used to move the cursor
within a page and to change the setting of the selected
item when the menu is displayed.
Pushing the control knob has the same function as setting
the CANCEL/ENTER lever to ENTER.
fStatus display indicators
REF IN (green): Indicates presence of reference input signal.
UNLOCK (red): Indicates operation is not synchronized to
input reference signal.
When connected to a CCU, REF IN and UNLOCK indicate
the lock status for the CCU.
COM ERROR (red): Indicates a communications error with
the video camera, CCU, or external control device (such as
an RCP-3000/1000 series Remote Control Panel).
FAN STOP (red): Indicates the internal fan has stopped.
gPOWER switch and indicator
Turns the system power supply on/off to the unit, video
camera, and RCP-3000/1000 series Remote Control Panel or
other device connected to the REMOTE connector. Switch to
“?” to turn the power on, and switch to “a” to turn the power off.
The indicator lights up when power is turned on.
hOptical signal condition indicators
Displays the communications link optical signal level condition
between the video camera, CCU, and the unit.
CAMTBPU: Signal level from the unit to the video camera
CAMtBPU: Signal level from the video camera to the unit
BPUTCCU: Signal level from the CCU to the unit
BPUtCCU: Signal level from the unit to the CCU
Indicates the receive signal status according to the following
indicators.
Two green indicators (right): Receive signal condition is very
good.
One green indicator (2nd from right): Receive signal
condition is OK.
One yellow indicator (2nd from left): Receive signal level is
weak.
One red indicator (left): Receive signal level is severely
degraded.
POWER
CAM BPU CCU
MENU
NETWORK
ENTER
DISP
REF IN
UNLOCK
COM ERROR
FAN S TOP
SW
MENU LOCK
OFF ON
CANCEL
OPTICAL CONDITION
MENU
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USB connector (for service personnel)
MENU
ENTER
DISP
CANCEL
MENU
DISP/MENU lever and indicator
CANCEL/ENTER lever
Control knob

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iNETWORK indicator
Displays the network system connection status.
On: Indicates that an external control device (MSU-1000
Master Setup Unit or RCP-3000/1000 series Remote
Control Panel) is connected when the CNS MODE setting
in <CNS SETTINGS> is set to BRIDGE.
Flashing: Indicates that an external control device
(MSU-1000 Master Setup Unit or RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel) is not connected successfully when
the CNS MODE setting in <CNS SETTINGS> is set to
BRIDGE.
Off: Indicates that the LAN cable is not connected or network
system connection parameters have not been set when
the CNS MODE setting in <CNS SETTINGS> is set to
BRIDGE.
The indicator is always off when CNS MODE is set to
LEGACY.
For details, see “<CNS SETTINGS>” (page 42).
jMenu lock switch
Locks the menu control block on the front panel.
kAssignable buttons
You can assign functions to these buttons from the BPU menu.
Rear Panel
aREMOTE connector (round type, 8-pin)
Connects to an RCP-3000/1000 series Remote Control Panel
or MSU-1000 Master Setup Unit using a CCA-5 connection
cable. Remote control signals are transmitted and received via
this connector. It also supplies power when connected to an
RCP-3000/1000 series Remote Control Panel.
When connected to a CCU, do not connect anything to this
connector.
bREFERENCE IN/OUT (reference sync signal)
connectors
• IN connector (BNC type) (left)
Inputs an external HD tri-level sync signal or SD reference
sync signal (black burst signal).
The type of reference signal is detected automatically and can
be checked in the setup menu.
When connected to a CCU, do not connect anything to this
connector.
• OUT connector (BNC type) (right)
When a reference sync signal is input on the IN connector or
the unit is turned off, the signal input on the IN connector is
output as-is (loop through). Otherwise, this connector outputs
an SD composite sync signal or a HD tri-level signal from the
internal sync signal generator (HD tri-level signal set by factory
default).
Available only when used as a camera extension unit.
c(LAN) connector (RJ-45 8-pin)
Connects to a LAN. Connect to a LAN hub (10BASE-T/
100Base-TX) using a LAN cable (shielded type, category 5 or
higher).
dSDI1 and SDI2 (return video input) connectors (BNC
type)
Connects to 2-system, independent, 3G/HD-SDI return video
signal inputs. The SDI1/SDI2 selection is made using the
return switch on the video camera. The SDI2 connector
becomes the HD prompter input connector by enabling HD
PROMPTER on the <RETURN> page in the
CONFIGURATION menu.
Available only when used as a camera extension unit.
eCAMERA connector (optical fiber connector)
Connects to a video camera using an optical fiber cable. All
video camera signals (power supply, control signals, video
signal, audio signal, etc.) can be transmitted and received via
a single optical fiber cable.
fCCU (camera control unit) connector (optical fiber
connector)
Connects to a camera control unit using an optical fiber cable.
All video camera signals (power supply, control signals, video
signal, audio signal, etc.) can be transmitted and received via
a single optical fiber cable. In an extension mode connection,
it can also supply power to the camera by connecting an
HDCE-200 Camera Extension Adaptor.
A communications error may occur if there is any dust or other
matter on the surface of the optical fiber cable connector.
Always attach the connector cap when not in use.
g-AC IN (AC power supply) connector
Connects to the AC power supply using the specified power
supply cord. The power supply cord can be attached to the unit
using the optional plug holder.
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6 SDI OUT 8 SDI OUT 7
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hSDI OUT 1 to 8 connectors (SLOT1) (BNC type)
Outputs video signals from the video camera using Multi-Link
format comprising 3G-SDI signals and HD-SDI signals.
The SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2 connectors also support
output of 12G-SDI signals and 6G-SDI signals.
For details about assignments of signals to output connectors,
see “Relationship between Connection Type and BNC
Connector Assignment” (page 22).
When using the HD CUTOUT option, the extracted cut-out
signal is output from this connector.
iSDI OUT 1 to 8 connectors (SLOT2) (BNC type)
Outputs video signals from the video camera using Multi-Link
format comprising 3G-SDI signals and HD-SDI signals.
The SDI OUT 1 and SDI OUT 2 connectors also support
output of 12G-SDI signals and 6G-SDI signals.
For details about assignments of signals to output connectors,
see “Relationship between Connection Type and BNC
Connector Assignment” (page 22).
j3G/HD SDI OUT connector (SLOT3) (BNC type)
Outputs 1-system video signals from the video camera as 3G-
SDI signals or HD-SDI signals.
They can also output signals with superimposed text
characters and markers.
The same signal is output from each connector grouped in
pairs.
kHD SDI OUT connector (SLOT4) (BNC type)
Outputs 1-system video signals from the video camera as HD-
SDI signals.
They can also output signals with superimposed text
characters and markers.
The same signal is output from each connector grouped in
pairs.

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Connection and Setup
4K System Connection
A 4K format camera system is formed by connecting the unit
to a video camera (F651) or PMW-F552) with mounted
CA4000, HDC43003), or HDC-P434)) and HDCU2000/2500
Camera Control Unit (CCU) using optical fiber cables.
1) Requires the SKC-4065 F65 Adaptor.
2) Requires PMW-F55 software version 2.10 or later.
3) Requires BPU4000 software version 3.00 or later.
4) Requires BPU4000 software version 3.30 or later. Also requires an
HKCU-SM100 CCU Extension Adaptor and single-mode fiber
cable.
Functions provided by the CCU (genlock, power supply to the
video camera, and various interface functions) can be used as-is.
HD signals down-converted from the 4K signal can be output
from SLOT3, SLOT4, and the CCU.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported only from the SDI OUT
1 and SDI OUT 2 connectors of SLOT1 and SLOT2.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported by products with serial
numbers 15001 to 29999, 35001 or later, and products that
have undergone a software and hardware upgrade.
For details, contact your Sony representative.
Connection example
Note
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 3
SDI
OUT 5
SDI
OUT 7
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 4
SDI
OUT 6
SDI
OUT 8
CCUHD SDI OUT
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
LAN
BPU
SDI-MONI
RETURN INPUT
SDI 1-4
REFERENCE
HD
PROMPTER IN
CAMERA
PROMPTER1
PROMPTER2/MONITOR
AUX
DC INAUDIO ININTERCOM
REMOTE
LINE MIC
AES/EBU
+48V
OFF
TRACKER
DC OUT
RET CTRL
PUSH PUSH
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CA4000
BPU4000
HDCU2000/2500 (CCU)
Optical fiber cable
Prompter (analog)
SDI Monitor/Prompter
(digital)
Optical fiber cable
3G SDI/HD SDI
Monitor
LINK-1 LINK-2 LINK-3 LINK-4 Switcher
(4K Quad-Link)
HD SDI Monitor
Monitor
(4K Quad-Link)
Prompter signal input
Reference
signal input
Return signal input
Hub MSU-1000/1500
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).
Monitor
(4K Single-Link)
or
Switcher
(4K Single-Link)
or

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Settings
Extension Mode Connection
The unit can be used to form a video signal extension system
by connecting it to a video camera (F651) 2) or PMW-F55 with
mounted CA4000, HDC4300, or HDC-P433)) using optical
fiber cables.
The system can be synchronized because using the external
genlock function.
Intercom systems and multi-camera operation systems are not
supported.
An external power supply or power supplied from the CCU
connector of an HDCE-200 is also required for the camera,
since power is not supplied from the unit.
HD signals down-converted from 4K signals or generated
normal speed signals from HFR video can be output from the
SLOT3 and SLOT4 outputs.
1) Requires an external power supply when the F65 is used in an
extension connection.
2) Requires the SKC-4065 F65 Adaptor.
3) Requires BPU4000 software version 3.30 or later. Also requires an
HKCU-SM100 CCU Extension Adaptor and single-mode fiber
cable.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported only from the SDI OUT
1 and SDI OUT 2 connectors of SLOT1 and SLOT2.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported by products with serial
numbers 15001 to 29999, 35001 or later, and products that
have undergone a software and hardware upgrade.
For details, contact your Sony representative.
Device Setting Menu/Page Item Set value
BPU4000 Image format settings CONFIGURATION/
<SYSTEM SETTINGS>
SYSTEM
FORMAT
RESOLUTION 4096×2160
FREQUENCY Displays value set on
CCU.
Video output connector
settings
CONFIGURATION/<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT4
Video output format of
each slot
HDCU2000/
2500
Image format settings SYSTEM OPERATION/
<MULTI FORMAT>
FREQUENCY HD Frame frequency
HD-SD
DELAY
Frame (1F)
Video output connector
settings
SYSTEM OPERATION/
<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT6
Video output format of
each slot
Transfer rate settings CCU CONFIGURATION/
<PROMPT/TRUNK>
TRANSMIT AUTO, HIGH BIT RATE
CA4000 Prompter output
connector settings
MAINTENANCE/<SDI-OUT> SDI-MONI
OUT
HD-PROMPT
MAINTENANCE/<PROMPTER2 OUT> OUTPUT PROMPTER2
Note

15
Connection example
Settings
HD CUTOUT Video System
An HD signal can be extracted from the 4K signal by installing
the optional SZC-2001/2001M/2001W HD CUTOUT Software
in the BPU4000.
The region that is cut out can be controlled using a mouse or
other device connected to the HD CUTOUT Controller.
For details about setup and operation, refer to the
SZC-2001/2001M/2001W User’s Guide.
The cut-out HD signal is output from SLOT1 and a 4K signal
can also be output simultaneously from SLOT2.
HD signals down-converted from the 4K signal can be output
from SLOT3, SLOT4, and the CCU.
Also, a wire frame indicating the cut-out region can be
displayed on the signal from SLOT3, SLOT4.
The HD CUTOUT function switches to OFF when HDR video
output is enabled.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported only from the SDI OUT
1 and SDI OUT 2 connectors of SLOT2.
12G/6G-SDI signal output is supported by products with serial
numbers 15001 to 29999, 35001 or later, and products that
have undergone a software and hardware upgrade.
For details, contact your Sony representative.
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 3
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 5
SDI
OUT 7
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 1
HD SDI
OUT
SDI
OUT 4
SDI
OUT 6
SDI
OUT 8
REMOTE
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
BPU
SDI-MONI
AUX
DC INAUDIO ININTERCOM
REMOTE
LINE MIC
AES/EBU
+48V
OFF
TRACKER
DC OUT
RET CTRL
PUSH PUSH
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CA4000
BPU4000
Optical fiber cable
Switcher
(4K Quad-Link)
Sync signal input
Return video signal
Prompter signal, etc.
3G SDI/HD SDI
Monitor
External power supply
LINK-1
LINK-2 LINK-3 LINK-4
HD SDI Monitor
HD SDI Monitor
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
Monitor
(4K Single-Link)
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).
Switcher
(4K Single-Link)
Monitor
(4K Quad-Link)
or
or
Device Setting Menu/Page Item Set value
BPU4000 Image format settings CONFIGURATION/
<SYSTEM SETTINGS>
SYSTEM
FORMAT
RESOLUTION 4096×2160 (4K system)
1920×1080 (HD HFR
system)
FREQUENCY Frame frequency
Video output connector
settings
CONFIGURATION/
<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT4
Video output format of each
slot
CA4000 Prompter output
connector settings
MAINTENANCE/<SDI OUT>
SDI-MONI OUT HD-PROMPT
Note

16
Connection example
Settings
Device Setting Menu/Page Item Set value
BPU4000 Image format settings CONFIGURATION/
<SYSTEM SETTINGS>
SYSTEM
FORMAT
RESOLUTION 4096×2160
FREQUENCY Displays value set on
CCU.
Video output connector
settings
CONFIGURATION/<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT4
Video output format of
each slot
HD CUTOUT settings CONFIGURATION/<OUTPUT FORMAT> HD CUTOUT ON
HDCU2000/
2500
Image format settings SYSTEM OPERATION/
<MULTI FORMAT>
FREQUENCY HD Frame frequency
HD-SD
DELAY
Frame (1F)
Video output connector
settings
SYSTEM OPERATION/
<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT6
Video output format of
each slot
Transfer rate settings CCU CONFIGURATION/
<PROMPT/TRUNK>
TRANSMIT AUTO, HIGH BIT RATE
CA4000 Prompter output
connector settings
MAINTENANCE/<SDI-OUT>
SDI-MONI OUT HD-PROMPT
MAINTENANCE/<PROMPTER2 OUT> OUTPUT PROMPTER2
SDI OUT 1 SDI OUT 3
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 4
SDI
OUT 6
SDI
OUT 8
CCUHD SDI OUT
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
LAN
BPU
SDI-MONI
RETURN INPUT
SDI 1-4
REFERENCE
HD
PROMPTER IN
CAMERA
PROMPTER1
PROMPTER2/MONITOR
AUX
DC INAUDIO ININTERCOM
REMOTE
LINE MIC
AES/EBU
+48V
OFF
TRACKER
DC OUT
RET CTRL
PUSH PUSH
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CA4000
BPU4000
HDCU2000/2500 (CCU)
Optical fiber cable
Optical fiber cable
Prompter (analog)
SDI Monitor/Prompter
(digital)
3G SDI/HD SDI
Monitor
HD
CUTOUT-1
HD
CUTOUT-2 Switcher
(3G/HD SDI)
HD SDI Monitor Prompter signal input
Reference
signal input
Return signal input
Hub MSU-1000/1500
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3000/1000 series
Remote Control Panel
Hub
CNA-1 Camera Control Network Adaptor
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).
Mouse
Monitor
(4K Quad-Link)
Monitor
(4K Single-Link)
or
Switcher
(12G/6G SDI)

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HFR Video System
The BPU4000 can transfer HFR video and perform signal
processing for the following formats according to the
connected camera.
Optional SZC-4002/4002M/4002W HFR Software must be
installed to support formats other than 2× and 3× HD.
Yes: Supported, No: Not supported
1) Interlaced output also supported in HD HFR 1080 format
2) Selectable only when the format is set to 720P by the camera control unit (such as the HDCU2000).
A 1× frame rate signal can be output at the same time from
SLOT3, SLOT4, and the CCU.
The HFR imaging function is dependent on the software
version of the connected camera and camera adaptor. Check
the compatibility of each device before use.
HFR format Connected device
Without option SZC-2002 series installed SZC-4002 series installed
HDC4300,
HDC-P43
PMW-F55 F65 PMW-F55 F65 HDC4300,
HDC-P43
1080/59.94P (2×) 1) YesNoNoNoNoNo
1080/50P (2×) 1) YesNoNoNoNoNo
720/59.94P (2×) 2) YesNoNoNoNoNo
720/50P (2×) 2) YesNoNoNoNoNo
1080/59.94P (3×) 1) YesNoNoNoNoNo
1080/50P (3×) 1) YesNoNoNoNoNo
720/59.94P (3×) 2) YesNoNoNoNoNo
720/50P (3×) 2) YesNoNoNoNoNo
1080/59.94P (4×) 1) No Yes No Yes No Yes
1080/50P (4×) 1) No Yes No Yes No Yes
720/59.94P (4×) 2) No Yes No Yes No Yes
720/50P (4×) 2) No Yes No Yes No Yes
1080/59.94P (6×) 1) No Yes No Yes No Yes
1080/50P (6×) 1) No Yes No Yes No Yes
720/59.94P (6×) 2) No Yes No Yes No Yes
720/50P (6×) 2) No Yes No Yes No Yes
1080/59.94P (8×) 1) No No No No No Yes
1080/50P (8×) 1) No No No No No Yes
720/59.94P (8×) 2) No No No No No Yes
720/50P (8×) 2) No No No No No Yes
4096×2160/59.94P (2×) No No Yes No Yes Yes
4096×2160/50P (2×) No No Yes No Yes Yes
Note

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Connection example (4× HD)
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 3
SDI
OUT 5
SDI
OUT 7
CCUHD SDI OUT
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
LAN
BPU
SDI-MONI
RETURN INPUT
SDI 1-4
REFERENCE
HD
PROMPTER IN
CAMERA
PROMPTER1
PROMPTER2/MONITOR
AUX
DC INAUDIO ININTERCOM
REMOTE
LINE MIC
AES/EBU
+48V
OFF
TRACKER
DC OUT
RET CTRL
PUSH PUSH
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
LINK-1
BPU4000
HDCU2000/2500
Optical fiber cable
Optical fiber cable
Prompter (analog)
SDI Monitor/Prompter
(digital)
3G SDI/HD SDI
Monitor
Hub
LINK-2 LINK-3 LINK-4 Storage Unit
(PWS-4400, etc.)
Return signal input
HD SDI Monitor
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).
CA4000
MSU-1000/1500
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3500/3501/
1500/1501
Remote Control Panel
Prompter signal input
Reference
signal input

19
Connection example (4K HFR)
Settings
LINK-1 LINK-2 LINK-3 LINK-4
LINK-5 LINK-6 LINK-7 LINK-8
CCUHD SDI OUT
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
LAN
BPU
SDI-MONI
RETURN INPUT
SDI 1-4
REFERENCE
HD
PROMPTER IN
CAMERA
PROMPTER1
PROMPTER2/MONITOR
AUX
DC INAUDIO ININTERCOM
REMOTE
LINE MIC
AES/EBU
+48V
OFF
TRACKER
DC OUT
RET CTRL
PUSH PUSH
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
HDCU2000/2500
Optical fiber cable
Optical fiber cable
Hub
Storage Unit
(PWS-4400, etc.)
Prompter signal input
Reference
signal input
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).
CA4000
MSU-1000/1500
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3500/3501/
1500/1501
Remote Control Panel
BPU4000
Return signal input
Prompter (analog)
SDI Monitor/Prompter
(digital)
3G SDI/HD SDI
Monitor
HD SDI Monitor
Device Setting Menu/Page Item Set value
BPU4000 Image format settings CONFIGURATION/
<SYSTEM SETTINGS>
SYSTEM
FORMAT
RESOLUTION 4096×2160 (4K HFR)
1920×1080 (HD HFR)
FREQUENCY CCU frame frequency
selectable from
2×/3×/4×/6×/8×
(2× only in 4K HFR mode)
Video output connector
settings
CONFIGURATION/<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT4
Video output format of
each slot
HDCU2000/
2500
Image format settings SYSTEM OPERATION/
<MULTI FORMAT>
FREQUENCY HD 1× frame frequency
Video output connector
settings
SYSTEM OPERATION/
<OUTPUT FORMAT>
Can also be set using the control panel.
SLOT1 to
SLOT6
Video output format of
each slot
Transfer rate settings CCU CONFIGURATION/
<PROMPT/TRUNK>
TRANSMIT AUTO, HIGH BIT RATE
CA4000 Prompter output
connector settings
MAINTENANCE/<SDI-OUT>
SDI-MONI OUT HD-PROMPT
MAINTENANCE/<PROMPTER2 OUT> OUTPUT PROMPTER2

20
HDR Video System
When a 4K format camera system is selected, the dynamic
range of the camera can be enhanced to produce HDR video
output from SLOT1 and SLOT2 by setting HDR MODE to Live
HDR or CINEMA.
Set the HDR Look at the same time.
SLOT1 and SLOT2 can be configured separately, and can
output HDR/SDR or 4K/HD. (SLOT2 does not support HD
output.)
The HD output from SLOT3, SLOT4, and the CCU is always
SDR video.
HDR Look
The HDR Look is a setting that determines the basic Look
(visual performance, attractiveness) of the HDR video.
This is a basic setting that determines how the image captured
by the camera will be displayed on the display as an HDR
image. You can select from the following three settings.
Live: Characteristics based on the traditional Look derived
from current SDR images. A powerful image with strong
contrast and high color density. Wide dynamic range with
substantial image brightness, capturing highlights without
overexposure.
Mild: Based on the Live setting but with an overall milder
image characteristic.
Natural: HLG original Look. Calm, gentle color density. The
actual sensitivity setting is reduced, but with better S/N
ratio. Natural can be selected only when the output signal
OETF setting is HLG.
Connection example
RET1
PGM1 PGM2
1
23
4
RET2
1
23
4
LIGHT
INCOM
INTERCOM 1
ON
OFF
ONOFF
PROD
LEVEL
REAR
FRONT
MIC
ON
OFF ENG
OFF
+48V
MIC
FRONT MIC
PROMPTER
/GEN
LOCK
RET CTRL
AUDIO IN
CH1 CH2
TEST
OUT
SDI
MONI
DC IN 10.5-17V
LINE
OFF
+48V
MIC
AES/EBU
LINE
PGM1 PGM2
INCOM
INTERCOM 2
EARPHONE REMOTE DC OUT
CRANETRACKER
PROD
LEVEL
REAR
FRONT
MIC
ON
OFF ENG
SDI
OUT 1
SDI
OUT 3
SDI
OUT 5
SDI
OUT 7
SDI
OUT 2
SDI
OUT 4
SDI
OUT 6
SDI
OUT 8
CCUHD SDI OUT
CAMERA
3G/HD SDI OUT
LAN
RETURN INPUT
SDI 1-4
REFERENCE
HD
PROMPTER IN
CAMERA
SDI 1
SDI 2
SDI-MONI
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
CCU
CAMERA
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 4
SDI2
SDI1
OUT
IN
REFERENCE
REMOTE
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 1SLOT1
SLOT3 3G/HD
SDI OUT 1SLOT2
SLOT4 HD SDI OUT
SDI OUT
SDI OUT 2
SDI OUT 3
SDI OUT 4
SDI OUT 5
SDI OUT 6
SDI OUT 8
SDI OUT 7
HD PROMPTER signal output
HD TRUNK signal input
HDC4300
SDI Monitor/Prompter
(digital)
HD SDI Monitor
3G SDI/HD
SDI Monitor
HDR/SDR Output
4K/HD Output
Optical fiber cable
HDR/SDR Output
4K Output
MSU-1000/1500
Master Setup Unit
RCP-3500/3501/1500/
1501
Remote Control Panel
Hub
LINK-1
Prompter signal input
Reference
signal input Optical fiber cable
Return signal input
HDCU2000/2500 (CCU)
LINK-2 LINK-3 LINK-4
BPU4000
For details about assignment of BNC connectors, see “Relationship
between Connection Type and BNC Connector Assignment” (page 22).