Sony PCS HG90

Sony Ipela - PCS-HG90

HD Visual Communication System

The PCS-HG90 marks the start of a new era in visual communications. The PCS-HG90 delivers unsurpassed quality of the highest standards, enabling applications far beyond conventional videoconferencing. It provides true High Definition, 2-way communication in real-time between up to 4 sites via a built-in MCU.

Operating over standard 8Mbps IP networks, the PCS-HG90 uses H.264 compression to deliver High Definition (1280x720) video resolution at smooth frame-rates of 30P and 60P in combination with superb wideband stereo sound. For anyone who wants true colour reproduction, razor-sharp detail delivered in real-time at full size there is only one answer: the new Sony PCS-HG90.

Benefits

Unique benefits for a wide-range of applications

The PCS-HG90 makes efficient use of the bandwidth and offers a low-delay connection between different sites. For example, this makes the HG90 suitable for broadcasters for live coverage, interviews and remote reporting in HD video quality with high quality audio. Hospitals can connect multiple facilities via PCS-HG90, enabling surgeons in remote locations to view operating room procedures, consult with colleagues or conduct virtual lectures and training seminars.

Educational institutions can use the systems distance learning capabilities to link campuses and reach more students at the same time. Organisations that require fast review of material or client approvals, such as advertising and design agencies, can also employ the technology to transmit high-resolution data and receive feedback immediately. Manufacturing facilities can share product mock-ups or design "comps" among several locations for simultaneous review

Installation costs minimised due to compatibility with existing A/V equipment The professional audio and video interfaces of the HG90 deliver full compatibility with professional A/V equipment, accepting analogue or digital signals, from SD to HD including PC signals. The optional camera PCSA-CHG90 can be used with the HG90 to provide high-definition video and PTZ functionality.

Secure Communications An unparalleled mix of enhanced and intelligent QoS (Quality of Service) functions ensures that the quality of the connection is maintained even under fluctuating network conditions. To prevent eavesdropping on your content by a third party, the system supports 128-bit AES encryption compliant with the ITU-T H.235 standard.

Features

High-Definition Visual Communication

The PCS-HG90 supports the H.264 HD video protocol with compression of 1280 x 720 at 30P or 60P, and a network video transfer bandwidth of up to 8 Mbps using the H.323 standard for communication.

Wideband Stereo Audio

The PCS-HG90 delivers MPEG-4 AAC wideband stereo audio with stereo echo cancelling capabilities.

Professional A/V Interfaces

The PCS-HG90 provides an extensive range of professional audio and video interfaces including HD-SDI, component, RGB, S-video and XLR to meet all the requirements of professional users.

Multipoint Connections

Up to 4 sites can be connected simultaneously in one communication session delivering HD video images at a maximum bandwidth of 2.5 Mbps. Users can select either "voice-activation" or "broadcast" mode with optional site name display.

Enhanced Intelligent QoS (Quality of Service)

changing network conditions: "Forward Error Correction" (FEC), "Real-time Automatic Repeat Request" (ARQ) and "Adaptive Rate Control". The HG90 applies the individual QoS techniques depending on the specific network conditions such as transmission delay and packet loss rate.

Security

To prevent eavesdropping on your content by a third party, the system supports 128-bit AES encryption compliant with the ITU-T H.235 standard.

The HG90 delivers a very powerful solution to your communication challenge, whether you operate in small businesses or large international companies.

Versatile Mainstream Videoconference System

We are very happy to inform you that Sony brings to market a great new product, the PCS-HG90. Built on the proven & successful platform of the PCS-HG90, the 'HG90' will set the new industry benchmark for the mid-range videoconference systems. The G50 delivers a very powerful solution to your communication challenge, whether you operate in small businesses or large international companies, education or healthcare, government organizations or banking - the versatility and flexibility of this new system will fulfil all your communication needs.

Benefits

The PCS-HG90 is at its best in environments where high quality is key; like high-end boardrooms, large conferencing centres or auditoriums and applications in healthcare. A few examples:

Large Corporate, Government & SME

Healthcare - Telemedicine / Digital OR

Education

Large Venues - Auditoriums, conferencing centres

Features

Sony Ipela - PCS-HG90

High-end videoconferencing system that addresses all large conference rooms needs.

High-end videoconferencing system

The PCS-HG90 is the latest high-end videoconferencing solution from Sony, offering improved audio and video on multi-point calls, as well as new capture and display features designed to complement high-end boardrooms, large conferencing centres, auditoriums and healthcare applications where high quality is essential.

Benefits

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