Datavideo BC-200 Users Manual

4K BLOCK CAMERA

BC-200

Instruction Manual

Table of Contents

FCC COMPLIANCE STATEMENT ..................................... 4

WARNINGS AND PRECAUTIONS.................................... 4

WARRANTY .................................................................. 5

STANDARD WARRANTY ...................................................... 5

THREE YEAR WARRANTY ..................................................... 6

DISPOSAL ..................................................................... 7

1. INTRODUCTION ........................................................ 8

FEATURES ........................................................................ 8

2. SYSTEM DIAGRAM.................................................... 9

3. CONNECTIONS........................................................ 10

FRONT VIEW .................................................................. 10

REAR PANEL ................................................................... 11

4. IR REMOTE CONTROL ............................................. 14

5. OSD MENU OPTIONS .............................................. 19

6. DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ............................................ 26

7. RMC-180 PTZ CAMERA CONTROL UNIT ................... 27

DIRECT CONNECTION TO CAMERA ...................................... 27

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8.1 DVIP CONFIGURATION TOOL SETTING ........................... 29

8.1.1 User Interface ................................................ 29

8.1.2 Device Search ................................................ 31

8.1.3 Clearing Device List ....................................... 31

8.1.4 Detailed Device Network Information ........... 32

8.1.5 Modify Device Information and Write to

Device ..................................................................... 33

8.1.6 Switch to Other Network Interface ............... 34

8.1.7 Language Selection ....................................... 35

9. FIRMWARE UPGRADE ............................................. 36

10. DIMENSIONS ........................................................ 37

11. SPECIFICATIONS ................................................... 38

SERVICE AND SUPPORT .............................................. 40

Disclaimer of Product & Services

The information offered in this instruction manual is intended as a guide only. At all times,
Datavideo Technologies will try to give correct, complete and suitable information. However,
Datavideo Technologies cannot exclude that some information in this manual, from time to
time, may not be correct or may be incomplete. This manual may contain typing errors,
omissions or incorrect information. Datavideo Technologies always recommend that you
double check the information in this document for accuracy before making any purchase
decision or using the product. Datavideo Technologies is not responsible for any omissions or
errors, or for any subsequent loss or damage caused by using the information contained within
this manual. Further advice on the content of this manual or on the product can be obtained by
contacting your local Datavideo Office or dealer.

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FCC Compliance Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject
to the following two conditions:
(1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and
(2) This device must accept any interference received, including

interference that may cause undesired operation.

Warnings and Precautions

1. Read all of these warnings and save them for later

reference.

2. Follow all warnings and instructions marked on this unit.

3. Unplug this unit from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use

liquid or aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth for cleaning.

4. Do not use this unit in or near water.

5. Do not place this unit on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The unit

may fall, causing serious damage.

6. Slots and openings on the cabinet top, back, and bottom are

provided for ventilation. To ensure safe and reliable operation of
this unit, and to protect it from overheating, do not block or cover
these openings. Do not place this unit on a bed, sofa, rug, or similar
surface, as the ventilation openings on the bottom of the cabinet
will be blocked. This unit should never be placed near or over a
heat register or radiator. This unit should not be placed in a built-in
installation unless proper ventilation is provided.

7. This product should only be operated from the type of power

source indicated on the marking label of the AC adapter. If you are
not sure of the type of power available, consult your Datavideo
dealer or your local power company.

8. Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this

unit where the power cord will be walked on, rolled over, or
otherwise stressed.

9. If an extension cord must be used with this unit, make sure that the

total of the ampere ratings on the products plugged into the
extension cord do not exceed the extension cord rating.

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10. Make sure that the total amperes of all the units that are plugged

into a single wall outlet do not exceed 15 amperes.

11. Never push objects of any kind into this unit through the cabinet

ventilation slots, as they may touch dangerous voltage points or
short out parts that could result in risk of fire or electric shock.
Never spill liquid of any kind onto or into this unit.

12. Except as specifically explained elsewhere in this manual, do not

attempt to service this product yourself. Opening or removing

covers that are marked “Do Not Remove” may expose you to

dangerous voltage points or other risks, and will void your
warranty. Refer all service issues to qualified service personnel.

13. Unplug this product from the wall outlet and refer to qualified

service personnel under the following conditions:
a. When the power cord is damaged or frayed;
b. When liquid has spilled into the unit;
c. When the product has been exposed to rain or water;
d. When the product does not operate normally under normal

operating conditions. Adjust only those controls that are covered
by the operating instructions in this manual; improper
adjustment of other controls may result in damage to the unit
and may often require extensive work by a qualified technician
to restore the unit to normal operation;

e. When the product has been dropped or the cabinet has been

damaged;

f. When the product exhibits a distinct change in performance,

indicating a need for service.

Warranty

Standard Warranty

 Datavideo equipment are guaranteed against any manufacturing

defects for one year from the date of purchase.

 The original purchase invoice or other documentary evidence should

be supplied at the time of any request for repair under warranty.

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 The product warranty period beings on the purchase date. If the

purchase date is unknown, the product warranty period begins on
the thirtieth day after shipment from a Datavideo office.

 All non-Datavideo manufactured products (product without

Datavideo logo) have only one year warranty from the date of
purchase.

 Damage caused by accident, misuse, unauthorized repairs, sand, grit

or water is not covered under warranty.

 Viruses and malware infections on the computer systems are not

covered under warranty.

 Any errors that are caused by unauthorized third-party software

installations, which are not required by our computer systems, are
not covered under warranty.

 All mail or transportation costs including insurance are at the

expense of the owner.

 All other claims of any nature are not covered.
 All accessories including headphones, cables, and batteries are not

covered under warranty.

 Warranty only valid in the country or region of purchase.
 Your statutory rights are not affected.

Three Year Warranty

 All Datavideo products purchased after July 1st,

2017 are qualified for a free two years extension
to the standard warranty, providing the product
is registered with Datavideo within 30 days of
purchase.

 Certain parts with limited lifetime expectancy such as LCD panels,

DVD drives, Hard Drive, Solid State Drive, SD Card, USB Thumb Drive,
Lighting, Camera module, PCIe Card are covered for 1 year.

 The three-year warranty must be registered on Datavideo's official

website or with your local Datavideo office or one of its authorized
distributors within 30 days of purchase.

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Disposal

For EU Customers only - WEEE Marking

This symbol on the product or on its packaging
indicates that this product must not be disposed of
with your other household waste. Instead, it is your
responsibility to dispose of your waste equipment
by handing it over to a designated collection point

equipment. The separate collection and recycling of your waste
equipment at the time of disposal will help to conserve natural
resources and ensure that it is recycled in a manner that protects
human health and the environment. For more information about where
you can drop off your waste equipment for recycling, please contact
your local city office, your household waste disposal service or the shop
where you purchased the product.

replaced by "CE Marking" in the Directive 93/68/EEC in 1993. "CE
Marking" is now used in all EU official documents.

for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic

CE Marking is the symbol as shown on the left of
this page. The letters "CE" are the abbreviation of
French phrase "Conformité Européene" which
literally means "European Conformity". The term
initially used was "EC Mark" and it was officially

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1. Introduction

The BC-200 Block Camera is a 4K (3840x2160, QFHD) camera with an
infra-red remote control. It can be used for 4K high quality shooting in
an environment where space is limited. The video resolutions
supported are 2160p29.97 and 2160p25. The BC-200 provides 12x
optical focus, and SDI and HDMI video output interfaces. A tally light
indicator sits above the BC-200 camera lens.

The BC-200 supports SONY VISCA control protocol so that the camera
can be controlled via RS-422 or DVIP interface.

Features

 Lens: 1/2.3” type Exmor R CMOS
 12x optical zoom, f = 3.9 mm (Wide) to 46.8 mm (Tele), F1.8 to

F2.0

 Supported 4K formats: (3,840 x 2,160, QFHD)

2160p/29.97, 2160p/25

 Supported HD formats:

1080p/59.94/50, 1080i/59.94/50,
720p/59.94/50

 Video Output: 2 HDMI (Simultaneous)
 Tally LED Design (RS-422/ DVIP Operation)
 Supports SONY VISCA Protocol
 Supports DVIP and RS-422 Control Protocol

 Users can save up to 10 preset camera settings for future filming.
 Users can control up to 4 BC-200 devices simultaneously via the

RMC-180 PTZ camera remote control unit (including White
Balance, Focus, Iris, Shutter Speed, Zoom, Zoom Speed, Save
Preset, Recall Preset)

P.S. Shutter speed function must be set by the RMC-180 menu.

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2. System Diagram

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3. Connections

IR Receiver

Receives signal from the IR remote control.

Tally Light

As the camera is booting the tally light stays
solid green and turns solid red for about three
seconds just before the boot is complete. The
tally light remains solid green after the camera
finishes booting.

Lens

Camera lens for capturing images.

Front View

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Rear Panel

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SDI Output

Video output connected to SDI
monitor.

HDMI Output

Video output connected to
HDMI port of the monitor.

RS-422 Control
Port

Remote control port using the
RS-422 control protocol. See

RS-422 Control Protocol for

details.

12V DC Power IN

DC in socket connects the
supplied 12V PSU. The
connection can be secured by
screwing the outer fastening
ring of the DC In plug to the
socket.

Power Switch

Turns ON/OFF the camera.

Power LED
Indicator

Green: Power ON
OFF: Power OFF

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