Sony discontinues HDCE-100 fibre adapter for HSC, HDC cameras
Sony announced the discontinuation of its HDCE-100 Single Mode Fibre Adapter, a product designed to convert SMPTE-311M fiber signals from HSC or HDC Series cameras to single-mode fiber for long-distance transmissions and provide power to the camera head. The device could also power 4K live cameras via a BPU-4000 baseband processor unit. The product, weighing approximately 4 kg and designed for 19-inch rack mounting, was marketed for enabling long-distance HD production.
Key Takeaways
- HDCE-100 was designed to convert SMPTE-311M fibre from HSC and HDC Series cameras to single-mode fibre.
- The adapter supplied power to the camera head, removing the need for local DC power in the field.
- Sony said the HDCE-100 could power a 4K live camera through a BPU-4000 baseband processor unit when a CCU was not used.
- The unit weighed approximately 4.0 kg and fit a 19-inch rack mount, with dimensions of 145 x 124 x 365 mm.
Why It Matters
Sony’s discontinuation removes a dedicated fibre adapter that supported long-distance HD production for HSC and HDC camera systems. For teams still running SMPTE-311M fibre workflows, the practical issue is hardware availability, especially for rack-mounted field and studio setups that relied on the HDCE-100 for power delivery. The broader signal is that Sony is steering users toward its other CCU and baseband processor options, including the HKCU-SM100 and BPU-4500A listed alongside the product page. Watch for how long the HDCE-100 remains accessible through Sony’s support and where-to-buy links.
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