Sony introduces a High-Definition IP video communication system - the Sony PCS-HG90.

The PCS-HG90 codec supports the H.264 HD video protocol with compression of 1280 x 720 at 30P or 60P as well as MPEG4-AAC stereo audio.

The codec and the 3-CCD PCSA-CHG90 camera both feature HD-SDI capability to enable full digital transmission from capture through final display.

An internal multipoint control unit (MCU) supports communications connectivity among four sites with site name display and full-screen views possible in broadcast and voice activation modes.

The new HD video communications system provides the professional connectivity options that many system integrators require - BNC for video and XLR for audio - and the codec can also be rack-mounted with optional side-rail brackets.
S-video connectivity for standard-definition equipment and RGB connectivity for PCs are also available.