These systems are the IK4KH/IK4KE, and IK-HD5H/IK-HD5E, and both consist of a Remote Head Camera and Camera Control Unit. Hitting the market place with a flurry, they epitomize the ultra-compact high definition video cameras capabilities
With the introduction of their smallest 3-chip Ultra HD, 4K video camera system, the IK-4K, cameras with 4K advantage have never been the same. Using its improved resolution and ability to provide amazingly sharp details, it can enhance video applications seemingly instantaneously. When 4K images are desired and space is limited, the IK-4K delivers exceptional color performance with remarkable elements, providing absolutely the best images possible. We all are aware of 4K imaging, and how the face of this revolution is already here. The IK-4KH ultra HD camera is the world’s smallest 3-chip, ultra-high definition video camera, delivering the best images possible by utilizing it’s to 1600 TV lines of resolution. With the ability to switch video output between 4K, 1080p and 1080i formats, its versatility is limitless. [caption id="attachment_6451" align="alignright" width="275"] Toshiba Remote Head Camera System, The IK-HD4KH - IK4KE Remote Head Camera and Control Unit[/caption] IK-4KH camera delivers outstanding details and color performance, producing the finest imaging available with its 1/2.9" progressive sensors. With the ability to transform itself to whatever the application dictates, the IK-4KH is ideal for broadcasting, security, medical and military purposes, and is also perfect for industrial video/inspection. Let’s talk size. When application space is limited, its small size of 1.28” x 1.52” x 1.61” (32.6mm x 38.6mm x 41mm), and weighing 2.5 ounces (approximately 70 g), miniature and light weight are this two-piece camera’s middle names. It has 12-channel color adjustment capability, producing color precision and control, and with 5 user-configurable settings to support diverse operating methods and circumstances, this 4K high definition camera has success written all over it. With image flip and mirror, and freeze frame abilities, previous places where a video camera could not reach, are now easily reached. Power in a diminutive size, this remote-head 4K camera can adapt too many color critical applications including broadcast and defense imaging. Its companion Camera Control Unit (CCU), the IK-4KE, has 5 user-configurable scene files, auto/manual (selectable) white balance, and a progressive/interlaced (selectable) scanning system, and completes this Toshiba Remote Head Camera System. Easy to attach, the camera head connects to the controller through a serial port (cable length can go up to 15 meters, or over 49 feet). The 4K at 3840 x 2160 output is accomplished by means of 4x HD-SDI (High Definition-Serial Digital Interface) outputs from the camera controller. This controller, like the IK-4KH camera, is small in proportions, weighing only 1.7 pounds (approximately 600 g), and 4.33” x 1.58” x 7.72” (110 mm x 40 mm x 196 mm) in size. With a progressive/interlaced (selectable) power supply, a 12V DC±10% power supply, Auto / Manual (selectable) White Balance, and Auto / Manual / OFF 1/60 – 1/10,000 Electronic Shutter, the camera and control unit excel when utilized in applications where space is limited. The Toshiba High Definition IKHD5H/IKHD5E remote control head camera system provides optimum color accuracy, in a small presentation, and delivers extraordinary user-controlled features and advanced noise reduction technology. IK-HD5H is full high definition video camera, with USB3.0 output option, has a progressive scan, 3-CMOS, 1/2.9 inch, 2.1 MP (MegaPixel) progressive image sensor and remote camera head, and absolutely excels in circumstances where true color reproduction is paramount. With removable optical low pass filter (OLPF) for double-mode imaging uses, it has the ability to change between visible light and near-infrared visualization. This camera features expanded menu functions for red filter IR (InfraRed) mode and approximately 3dB (decibel) increased sensitivity in the near-IR. This camera is highly useful for applications requiring the use fluorescing agents (a component of endoscopy), IR inspection and defense imaging techniques. Cutting-edge features in this camera have been specifically created for surgical microscopy uses (USB3 output, freeze frame and lengthier exposure times up to 1 second, or 60 frames), and are also useful in delicate spinal and neurosurgery, and cataract and dental procedures, allowing dentists the ability record procedures, from restorative to endodontics to surgical. Keep in mind that this diminutive camera head is exactly the same size as the IK-4KE camera - the size of a quarter - so size is never an issue. [caption id="attachment_6454" align="alignright" width="300"] Toshiba Remote Head Camera System, The IK-HD5E 3G-SDI DVI Camera Control Unit for Use with IK-HD5H Camera[/caption] With 1,000 TV lines of resolution at 1920 x 1080 and 16:9 format, it is switchable between 1080i and 1080p, has 3G-SDI/HD-SDI (Serial Digital Interface/High Definition) output, and DVI-D or USB3.0 and DVI-D outputs. It’s removable IR cut filter screens out the IR light during the day, making sure there is no distortion in image colors as the human eye perceives them. Users can expect to see sharp images and color quality in both the bright and the darker areas of the scene. The IK-HD5H camera’s natural partner, is the Toshiba IK-HD5E, 3G-SDI DVI Camera Control Unit. Utilizing 10.3 watts of power, and with 5-user configurable scene files, the two are connected with a camera cable up to 15m in length. Also small in size, the control unit measures 4.33” x 1.55”x7.32” (110mm x 40mm x 186mm), and weighs a scant 1.32 pounds (approximately 600g), making it the perfect accompaniment to this small camera’s arsenal. This IK-HD5E Camera Control Unit, has both USB3.0 and DVI-D outputs, is 1920 x 1080 at 59.94fps via USB3.0 or 10fps in USB2.0, and has the addition of front panel freeze frame. The new CCU IK-HD5E includes an adjustable Knee and Clip functionality, significantly improving the camera's dynamic range. Connecting the camera head to the camera control unit is straightforward, using a dedicated cable, and when connecting to a DVI, the use of a DVI-D cable is advisable. The Toshiba Remote Head Camera System, theIKHD5H/IKHD5E, produces the finest in color exactness, in a compact package, and provides unprecedented user-controlled features and advanced noise reduction technology. For color accuracy, the IK-HD5E HD camera is the only choice. And while similar qualities prevail in the Toshiba IK-4KH and IK-HD5H cameras, never mistake them for the same. While both these Toshiba Remote Head Camera Systems cameras have 3 CMOS sensors, a ½.9 sensor size, have auto/manual white balance, image flip and mirror ability, 12 divisions of Hue and Gain Chroma, C-mount lens mount, RS-232, and have identical camera head size, they are specifically different. The IK-4KH is an Ultra High Definition 4K camera with a horizontal resolution of 4,000 pixels, offers a crisper, clearer view of the subject, with improved sharpness and fine edge detail. The IK-HD5H camera presents a video camera with full HD sensor technology, and is switchable between 1080p/1080i. While both cameras and control units are truly magnificent, the desired application will dictate which of the amazing Toshiba Remote Head Camera Systems is required. [caption id="attachment_6458" align="aligncenter" width="288"] The IK-HD5E 3G-SDI DVI Camera Control Unit for Use with IK-HD5H Camera is Part of A Complete Toshiba Remote Head Camera System[/caption]