Datavideo BC-200T Instruction Manual

BC-200T

4K HDBaseT BLOCK
CAMERA

Instruction Manual

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Table of Contents

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

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

WARRANTY ................................................................... 6

STANDARD WARRANTY ...................................................... 6

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

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

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

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

2. SYSTEM DIAGRAM .................................................. 10

3. CONNECTIONS ......................................................... 11

CAMERA FRONT VIEW ...................................................... 11

CAMERA REAR PANEL ...................................................... 12

RECEIVER BOX FRONT PANEL ............................................. 15

RECEIVER BOX REAR PANEL ............................................... 16

4. IR REMOTE CONTROL .............................................. 17

5. OSD MENU OPTIONS ............................................... 22

6. DIP SWITCH SETTINGS ............................................. 30

7. DVIP CONFIGURATION TOOL ................................... 31

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DVIP CONFIGURATION TOOL SETTING ................................ 31

User Interface ......................................................... 31

Device Search ......................................................... 32

Clearing Device List ................................................ 33

Detailed Device Network Information .................... 34

Modify Device Information and Write to Device .... 34

Switch to Other Network Interface ........................ 35

Language Selection ................................................ 36

8. RMC-180 CAMERA CONTROL UNIT .......................... 37

DIRECT CONNECTION TO CAMERA ...................................... 37

CONNECTION TO CAMERA VIA HBT-11 ............................... 38

9. FIRMWARE UPGRADE ............................................. 39

10. DIMENSIONS ......................................................... 40

11. SPECIFICATIONS .................................................... 42

SERVICE AND SUPPORT ............................................... 44

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.

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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.

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.

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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.

• The product warranty period begins 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.

• 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.

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• 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.

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

for the recycling of waste electrical and electronic
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.

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

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1. Introduction

The BC-200T Block Camera is a 4K (3840x2160, UHD) camera with an
infra-red remote control. It can be used for UHD high quality shooting
in an environment where space is limited. The BC-200T equips the
HDBaseT technology to achieve long-distance ultra-high video/audio,
power, control, and Ethernet signals transmission over a single Ethernet
cable. The video resolutions supported are 2160p29.97 and 2160p25.
The BC-200T provides 12x optical focus and one HDMI video output
interface. A tally light indicator sits above the BC-200T camera lens. The
BC-200T also provides an HDBaseT receiver box, HBT-11, for users to
control the BC-200T remotely with one Ethernet cable only.

The BC-200T 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, UHD)

2160p/29.97, 2160p/25

• Supported HD formats:

1080p59.94/50, 1080i59.94/50, 720p59.94/50

• Video Output: HDMI 1.4 x 1

• Digital Noise Reduction (DNR) to reduce the noise and enable

clearer image under low light condition.

• Tally LED Design (RS-422/ DVIP Operation)

• Supports SONY VISCA Protocol

• Supports DVIP and RS-422 Control Protocol

• Supports HDBaseT

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• Users can save up to 10 preset camera settings for future use.

• Users can control up to 28 BC-200T 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

Camera Front View

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.

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Camera Rear Panel

HDMI Output

Video output connected to
HDMI port of the monitor.

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RS-422 Control
Input port

Connect an RJ-45 cable from
one of the channel ports of
the RMC-180 to this RS-422
input port to control the BC­200T.

See Section 8 for details of
physical connection to the
RMC-180. For operation of
the RMC-180, please see the
product manual.

RS-422 Control
Output Port

Connect an RJ-45 cable from
this RS-422 OUT port to the
RS-422 IN port of another BC­200T block camera. Up to 7
BC-200T Cameras can be
cascaded

The VISCA Protocol allows
cascade connection of up to 7
BC-200T cameras on one
channel port, which means
the RMC-180 is able to
control up to 28 units of the
BC-200T with its four channel
ports at the same time.

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.

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Power Switch

Turns ON/OFF the camera.

Power LED
Indicator

Green: Power ON
OFF: Power OFF

HDBaseT
Control Port

Connect an Ethernet cable
from the HDBaseT port of the
BC-200T to the HDBaseT port
of the HBT-11 HDBaseT
receiver to transmit the UHD
video/audio, power, DVIP
and Ethernet signals within
one cable.

Firmware
Upgrade Port

Connect USB drive for
firmware upgrade. For
details, please refer to the

Firmware Upgrade section.

DIP Switch

DIP Switch sets the camera
VISCA ID, Remote Control
Protocol, and Resolution,
Video Mode Selection
Method, and Camera ID
Assignment. For details,
please refer to the DIP Switch

Settings section.