Sony XDCA-FX9 Extension Unit for FX9 Camera
Overview
Connecting directly to the PXW-FX9 camera with no cables needed, the XDCA-FX9 extension unit provides convenient additional features to enhance shooting convenience and flexibility.
The XDCA-FX9 allows easy fitting of BP-GL and BP-FL series batteries, extending camera operating times during the most demanding shoots.
Attaching quickly and easily to the rear of the PXW-FX9 via a MultiPin connector, the XDCA-FX9 provides advanced networking capabilities for streaming or file transfer via Ethernet or dual link cellular connection. It also allows the easy addition of high quality wireless audio via a wireless receiver slot.* Additional output connectors including timecode and D-tap are also provided.
16-bit RAW signals can be output directly from the XDCA-FX9 using a third-party external recorder.**
The XDCA-FX9’s RJ45 Ethernet support enables wired RCP control*** of Exposure, White Balance and more. XDCA-FX9 can power *** B4 lens when used with optional LA-EB1.
* Requires PXW-FX9 Ver.2.0 or higher firmware.
** Requires PXW-FX9 Ver 2.1 or higher. QFHD output within Super35 image circle and QFHD 100, 120fps high frame rate is limited to 10-bit.
***Requires PXW-FX9 Ver.3.0 of higher. To connect LA-EB1 and XDCA-FX9, use LA-EB1 supplied cable.
Seamless attachment, superb ergonomics
The XDCA-FX9 attaches directly to the PXW-FX9 via MultiPin connector, with no additional cabling required. Shooting time is extended by compatibility with Sony BP-GL and BP-FL series batteries. When using larger lenses, the extension unit balances any possible front heaviness while increasing stability when the camera is shoulder mounted.
Advanced network capabilities
The built-in networking capabilities of the PXW-FX9 enable streaming and file transfer via Wireless LAN. The XDCA-FX9 adds QoS Streaming with Dual Link connection via multiplexing of two cellular networks or Ethernet connection to improve image quality and stability.
Wireless audio support*
Ideal for field-based news production, the extension unit adds a wireless audio receiver slot for compatibility with receivers such as DWX series and URX series.
* Requires PXW-FX9 Ver.2.0 or higher firmware release.
16-bit RAW recording with external recorder**
Adding the XDCA-FX9 extension unit to the PXW-FX9 allows recording of 16-bit RAW footage from the camera on a third-party RAW recorder (available separately). RAW data is output directly via the extension unit’s RAW interface.
** Requires PXW-FX9 Ver 2.1 or higher. QFHD output within Super35 image circle and QFHD 100, 120fps high frame rate is limited to 10-bit.
RCP remote control with Ethernet
The XDCA-FX9’s RJ45 Ethernet support enables wired RCP control of Exposure, White Balance and more.
*Requires FX9 Ver 3.0 or higher