This new model, based on the original AWS-G500 platform, is a simplified configuration for those customers needing HD capability only. The AWS-G500HD is preconfigured with (1) BKAW-560 HD Analog Component interface Module, and (1) BKAW-590 HDSDI Interface Module. The third interface module slot is left empty to allow for flexible configuration by the user based on their particular needs. This empty slot can be configured with any of the available modules, such as the BKAW-550 PC RGB Module, BKAW-560 HD Analog Component Module, BKAW-570 SD Video Interface Module, BKAW-580 SDI Interface Module, or the newly introduced BKAW-590 HDSDI Interface Module.

With the AWS-G500HD, customers willing to start their HD operation can keep their running costs low by avoiding the SD modules they may not need. Professional HDV camcorders can be connected to the HD Analog Component inputs of the BKAW-560, while HDSDI sources can be used via the new BKAW-590 HDSDI I/O module.