• This camera uses a 1/4" Exmor CMOS image sensor
(approx. 1.43 million effective pixels) that supports
HD (high definition) to produce high-quality images.
• Using progressive scan, images with a wide dynamic
range can be obtained with the newly developed
image signal processor (Wide Dynamic Range
function). Furthermore, it is possible to automatically
switch to this Wide Dynamic Range function, which
enables you to obtain optimal images ranging from
the dark areas of a subject to the light areas.
• FCB-EH3400/EH3410 is equipped with a bright zoom
lens with 28× optical zoom and F1.35 aperture
(optical zoom + digital zoom = 336×).
• FCB-EH3300/EH3310 is equipped with a bright zoom
lens with 20× optical zoom and F1.35 aperture
(optical zoom + digital zoom = 240×).
• Low-noise images can be obtained even in low-light
environments using the Noise Reduction function.
• Video signals can be output as digital and analog
Y/Pb/Pr outputs. Depending on register settings, you
can select from a variety of digital output methods:
720p/59.94, 720p/50, 720p/29.97, 720p/25.
• An infrared (IR) Cut-Filter can be disengaged from
the image path for increased sensitivity in low light
environments. The ICR will automatically engage
depending on the ambient light, allowing the camera
to be effective in day/night environment.
• VISCA is a communications protocol, which enables
the camera to be controlled remotely from a host
computer/controller.
• Six memory locations are provided to temporally save
and recall up to six sets of camera settings.
• A Privacy Zone Masking function (max. 24 blocks) is
available.
• A Motion Detection function is available.
• A title composed of up to 11 lines can be set for
displaying on the screen. 20 characters can be used on
one line.
• Adjustable AE response speed
With consideration given environmental protection,
this module is designed to operate with low power
consumption and also incorporates lead-free and
halogen-free circuit boards.
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Overview
Precautions
Software
Use of the demonstration software developed by Sony
Corporation or use of the software with customer
developed application software may damage hardware,
the application program or the camera. Sony
Corporation is not liable for any damages under these
conditions.
Operation
Start the camera control software on your computer
after you turn on the camera and the image is
displayed.
Operation and storage locations
Do not shoot images that are extremely bright (e.g.,
light sources, the sun, etc.) for long periods of time. Do
not use or store the camera in the following extreme
conditions:
• Extremely hot or cold places (operating temperature
–5 ˚C to +60 ˚C (23 ˚F to 140 ˚F))
• Close to generators of powerful electromagnetic
radiation such as radio or TV transmitters
• Where it is subject to fluorescent light reflections
• Where it is subject to unstable (flickering, etc.)
lighting conditions
• Where it is subject to strong vibration
• Where it is subject to radiation from laser beams
Care of the unit
Remove dust or dirt on the surface of the lens with a
blower (commercially available).
Other
• The CMOS image sensor and IC included in this
camera may break if exposed to static electricity.
When directly handling this camera, wear an
antistatic strap, spread a conductive sheet or similar
item under your workbench, and take measures to
eliminate static electricity.
In case of abnormal operation, contact your authorized
Sony dealer or the store where you purchased the
product.
Phenomena specific to CMOS image sensors
The following phenomena that may appear in images
are specific to CMOS (complementary metal-oxide
semiconductor) image sensors. They do not indicate
malfunctions.
Rolling shutter
As CMOS image sensors use shutters that capture
images line-by-line, there is a slight time difference
between the top and bottom of an image. As a result,
images may appear skewed if the camera is moved.
White flecks
Although the CMOS image sensors are produced with
high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be
generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic
rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of CMOS image sensors
and is not a malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the
following cases:
• when operating at a high environmental temperature
• when you have raised the master gain (sensitivity)
• when operating in Slow-Shutter mode
Aliasing
When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may
appear jagged or flicker.
• Do not apply excessive voltage. (Use only the specified
voltage.) Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or
a fire may occur.
Phenomena Specific to Lenses
Ghosting
If a strong light source (e.g., the sun) exists near the
incidence angle of the lens, bright spots may appear in
the image due to diffuse reflection within the lens.
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Locations of Controls
FCB-EH3400/EH3410
FrontBackBottom
Locations of Controls
FCB-EH3300/EH3310
FrontBackBottom
Lens
CN501 jack
CN601 jack
Tripod screw hole
When a tripod is used, please use 7 mm (
Also, please be sure to attach the tripod securely.
9
/32 in.) or less screw to attach it to the camera.
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Basic Functions
Basic Functions
Overview of Functions
VISCA commands are the basis of camera control.
Timing Chart
As VISCA Command processing can only be carried
out one time in a Vertical cycle, it takes the maximum
1V cycle time for an ACK/Completion to be returned.
If the Command ACK/Completion communication
time can be cut shorter than the 1V cycle time, then
every 1V cycle can receive a Command.
General Commands
Query Commands
In general
• Power On/Off
Powers the camera on and off. When the power is off,
the camera is able to accept only the lowest level of
VISCA Commands; the display and other features are
turned off.
• I/F Clear
Clears the Command buffer of the FCB camera.
Clearing the buffer can also be carried out from the
control application software when the power is on.
• Address Set
VISCA is a protocol, which normally supports a daisy
chain of up to seven connected cameras via RS-232C
interface. In such cases, the address set command can
be used to assign addresses from 1 to 7 to each of the
seven cameras, allowing you to control the seven
cameras with the same personal computer.
Although the FCB camera does not support direct
connection of cameras in a daisy chain, be sure to use
the address set command to set the address whenever
a camera is connected for the first time.
16 Byte
1) 1V cycle times on each Monitoring Mode and Shutter Speed.
Shutter Speed
1/10000 sec to 1/60 sec1/30 sec1/60 sec
1/30 sec1/30 sec1/30 sec
1/15 sec1/15 sec1/15 sec
1/8 sec1/8 sec1/8 sec
1/4 sec to 1/1 sec1/4 sec to 1/1 sec1/4 sec to 1/1 sec
Shutter Speed
1/10000 sec to 1/50 sec1/25 sec1/50 sec
1/25 sec1/25 sec1/25 sec
1/12 sec1/12 sec1/12 sec
1/6 sec1/6 sec1/6 sec
1/3 sec to 1/1 sec1/3 sec to 1/1 sec1/3 sec to 1/1 sec
720p/30/29.97720p/60/59.94
720p/25720p/50
Monitoring Mode
Monitoring Mode
• ID Write
Sets the camera ID.
• Mute
Blanks the screen and sends out a synchronizing
signal.
• Lens Initialize
Initializes the zoom and focus of the lens. Even when
power is already on, it initializes the zoom and the
focus.
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Zoom
FCB-EH3400/EH3410 employs a 28× optical zoom lens
combined with a digital zoom function; this camera
allows you to zoom up to 336×.
• FCB-EH3400/EH3410 Optical 28×, f = 3.5mm to
98.0 mm (F 1.35 to F 3.7)
The horizontal angle of view of FCB-EH3400/EH3410
is approximately 55.9 degrees (wide end) to 2.1 degrees
(tele end). Digital Zoom enlarges the center of the
subject by expanding each image in both the vertical
and horizontal directions. When 336× zoom is used,
the number of effective picture elements in each
direction reduces to
deteriorates.
FCB-EH3300/EH3310 employs a 20× optical zoom lens
combined with a digital zoom function; this camera
allows you to zoom up to 240×.
• FCB-EH3300/EH3310 Optical 20×, f = 3.5mm to
70.0 mm (F 1.35 to F 3.4)
The horizontal angle of view of FCB-EH3300/EH3310 is
approximately 55.9 degrees (wide end) to 2.9 degrees
(tele end). Digital Zoom enlarges the center of the
subject by expanding each image in both the vertical
and horizontal directions. When 240× zoom is used, the
number of effective picture elements in each direction
1
reduces to
/12 and the overall resolution deteriorates.
You can activate the zoom in the following ways with a
VISCA command.
Using Standard Mode
Using Variable Mode
There are eight levels of zoom speed.
Direct Mode
Setting the zoom position enables quick movement
to the designated position.
Digital Zoom ON/OFF
In these standard and variable Speed Modes, it is necessary to
send Stop Command to stop the zoom operation.
• The Zoom Mode supports a Combined Mode and a
Separate Mode.
Combined Mode
This is the previously existing zoom method. After
the optical zoom has reached its maximum level,
the camera switches to Digital Zoom Mode.
Separate Mode
In this mode, Optical Zoom and Digital Zoom can
be operated separately. You can use digital zoom
magnification at any time from within any level of
optical magnification.
About Continues Zoom position Reply
With ZoomDirect mode, or when zooming
according to a preset, the camera outputs zoom
position data when Continues Zoom position
Reply is set to ON via a command.
Continues Zoom position Reply: y0 07 04 69 0p 0p
0q 0q 0q 0q FF
pp: D-Zoom position
qqqq: Zoom position
1
/12 and the overall resolution
Focus
Focus has the following modes, all of which can be set
using VISCA Commands.
• Auto Focus Mode
The minimum focus distance is 10 mm at the optical
wide end and 1500 mm at the optical tele end, and is
independent of the digital zoom.
The Auto Focus (AF) function automatically adjusts
the focus position to maximise the high frequency
content of the picture in a center measurement area,
taking into consideration the high luminance and
strong contrast components.
- Normal AF Mode
This is the normal mode for AF operations.
- Interval AF Mode
The mode used for AF movements carried out at
particular intervals. The time intervals for AF
movements and for the timing of the stops can be
set in one-second increments using the Set Time
Command. The initial value for both is set to five
seconds.
- Zoom Trigger Mode
When the zoom is changed, the pre-set value
(initially set at 5 seconds) becomes that for AF
Mode. Then, it stops.
AF sensitivity can be set to either Normal or LOW.
- Normal
Reaches the highest focus speed quickly. Use this
when shooting a subject that moves frequently.
Usually, this is the most appropriate mode.
- LOW
Improves the stability of the focus. When the
lighting level is low, the AF function does not take
effect, even though the brightness varies,
contributing to a stable image.
• Manual Focus Mode
Manual Focus has both a Standard Speed Mode and a
Variable Speed Mode. Standard Speed Mode focuses
at a fixed rate of speed. Variable Speed Mode has eight
speed levels that can be set using a VISCA Command.
In these standard and variable Speed Modes, it is necessary to send
Stop Command to stop the zoom operation.
• One Push Trigger Mode
When a Trigger Command is sent, the lens moves to
adjust the focus for the subject. The focus lens then
holds that position until the next Trigger Command is
input.
• Infinity Mode
The lens is forcibly moved to a position suitable for an
unlimited distance.
• Near Limit Mode
Can be set in a range from 1000 (∞) to C000 (10 mm).
Default setting: 9000h (30 cm)
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White Balance
White Balance has the following modes, all of which
can be set using VISCA Commands.
• Auto White Balance
This mode computes the white balance value output
using color information from the entire screen. It
outputs the proper value using the color temperature
radiating from a black subject based on a range of
values from 3000 to 7500K.
This mode is the factory setting.
• ATW
Auto Tracing White balance (2000 to 10000K)
• Indoor
3200K Base Mode
• Outdoor
5800K Base Mode
• One Push WB
The One Push White Balance mode is a fixed white
balance mode that may be automatically readjusted
only at the request of the user (One Push Trigger),
assuming that a white subject, in correct lighting
conditions, and occupying more than 1/2 of the
image, is submitted to the camera.
One Push White Balance data is lost when the power
is turned off. If the power is turned off, reset One
Push White Balance.
• Manual WB
Manual control of R and B gain, 256 steps each
• Outdoor Auto
This is an auto white balance mode specifically for
outdoors. It allows you to capture images with natural
white balance in the morning and evening.
• Sodium Vapor Lamp Auto
This is an auto white balance mode that is compatible
with sodium vapor lamps.
• Sodium Vapor Lamp
This is a fixed white balance mode specifically for
sodium vapor lamps.
Note
High-pressure sodium lamps are supported. Proper
white balance may not be captured for some subjects
when using low-pressure sodium lamps.
Automatic Exposure Mode
A variety of AE functions are available for optimal
output of subjects in lighting conditions that range
from low to high.
• Full Auto
Auto Iris and Gain, Fixed Shutter Speed
Priority, Iris Priority, Bright, Spot Exposure and
Manual in the AE mode. Use this setting when image
signal-to-noise ratio is particularly important.
• Shutter Priority
1)
Variable Shutter Speed, Auto Iris and Gain
(1/1 to 1/10,000 sec., 16 high-speed shutter speeds
plus 6 low-speed shutter speeds)
1) Flicker can be eliminated by setting shutter to
1/100s for NTSC models used in countries with a 50 Hz
power supply frequency
1/120s for PAL models used in countries with a 60 Hz power
supply frequency
• Iris Priority
Variable Iris (F1.35 to Close, 16 steps), Auto Gain and
Shutter speed
• Manual
Variable Shutter, Iris and Gain
• Bright
Variable Iris and Gain (Close to F1.35, 17 steps at
0 dB: F1.35, 15 steps from 0 to 28 dB)
AE – Shutter priority
The shutter speed can be set freely by the user to a total
of 22 steps – 16 high speeds and 6 low speeds. When
1
the slow shutter is set, the speed can be
1
/4s, 1/2s, 1/1s. The picture output is read at a normal rate
/30s, 1/15s, 1/8s,
from the memory. The memory is updated at a low rate
from the CMOS. AF capability is low.
In high speed mode, the shutter speed can be set up to
1/10,000s. The iris and gain are set automatically,
according to the brightness of the subject.
The gain limit can be set at the Full Auto, Shutter
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(8,8)
Horizontal 16
Vertical 16
0
0
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
8
9
A
B
C
D
E
F
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F
MIN
MAX
AGC
CLOSE
OPEN
IRIS
AE – Iris priority
The iris can be set freely by the user to 16 steps
between F1.35 and Close.
The gain and shutter speed are set automatically,
according to the brightness of the subject.
Data
11F1.3509F5.6
10F1.608F6.8
0FF207F8
0EF2.406F9.6
0DF2.805F11
0CF3.404F14
0BF403F16
0AF4.800CLOSE
Setting value
Data
Setting value
AE – Manual
The shutter speed (22 steps), iris (16 steps) and gain
(16 steps) can be set freely by the user.
AE – Bright
The bright control function adjusts both gain and iris
using an internal algorithm, according to a brightness
level freely set by the user. Exposure is controlled by
gain when dark, and by iris when bright.
As both gain and iris are fixed, this mode is used when
exposing at a fixed camera sensitivity. When switching
from Full Auto or Shutter Priority Mode to Bright
Mode, the current status will be retained for a short
period of time.
Only when the AE mode is set to “Full Auto” or
“Shutter Priority,” can you switch it to “Bright.”
Gain
IRIS curve
Gain curve
DarkBright
Controlled
by gain
Controlled by IRIS
DataIrisGainDataIrisGain
1FF1.3528 dB10F1.60 dB
1EF1.3526 dB0FF20 dB
1DF1.3524 dB0EF2.40 dB
1CF1.3522 dB0DF2.80 dB
1BF1.3520 dB0CF3.40 dB
1AF1.3518 dB0BF40 dB
19F1.3516 dB0AF4.80 dB
18F1.3514 dB09F5.60 dB
17F1.3512 dB08F6.80 dB
16F1.3510 dB07F80 dB
15F1.358 dB06F9.60 dB
14F1.356 dB05F110 dB
13F1.354 dB04F140 dB
12F1.352 dB03F160 dB
11F1.350 dB00CLOSE0 dB
When switching from the Shutter Priority mode to the
Bright mode, the shutter speed set in the Shutter
Priority mode is maintained.
Spot Exposure Mode
In Full Auto AE, the level for the entire screen is
computed and the optimum Auto Iris and Gain levels
are determined. In Spot AE, a particular section of the
subject can be designated, and then that portion of the
image can be weighted and a value computed so that
Iris and Gain can be optimized to obtain an image.
For example, in an image with a lot of movement and
with varying levels of brightness, portions without
much change can be designated as such a “spot,” and
changes to the screen can be minimized in that area.
As shown in the diagram below, a range of 16 blocks
vertically and 16 blocks horizontally can be designated.
In the case where the center is designated (shown in
black), the level is computed along with a weighted
value for the surrounding block (shaded), including the
specified portions; and then the Gain and Iris are set.
The value of the designated portions and the
surrounding areas should be calculated as 100%, the
rest should be set to 20%. The range of the Spot AE
frame is fixed to 5 blocks vertically and 4 blocks
horizontally.
Bright limit which controllable
for this unit
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Exposure Compensation
Exposure compensation is a function which offsets the
internal reference brightness level used in the AE
mode, by steps of 1.5 dB.
DataStep
0E+7+10.5 dB
0D+6+9 dB
0C+5+7.5 dB
0B+4+6 dB
0A+3+4.5 dB
09+2+3 dB
08+1+1.5 dB
0700 dB
06−1−1.5 dB
05−2−3 dB
04−3−4.5 dB
03−4−6 dB
02−5−7.5 dB
01−6−9 dB
00−7−10.5 dB
Setting value
Slow AE (Automatic Exposure)
The slow AE Response (automatic exposure) function
allows you to reduce the exposure response speed.
Usually the camera is set up so that the optimum
exposure can be obtained automatically within about
1 second. However, using the slow AE response
function allows you to lengthen the automatic exposure
response speed from the factory setup speed (01 (hex)
up to approx. 10 minutes (30 (hex)).
For example, with the normal setting (about 1 second),
if the headlights of a car are caught by the camera, the
camera automatically adjusts the exposure so that it can
shoot a high-intensity subject (in this case, the
headlights). As a result, images around the headlights,
that is, the rest of the subject, except the headlights,
becomes relatively dark, and poorly distinguished.
However, using the slow AE function means the AE
response speed will be slower, and response time will
be longer. As a result, even if the camera catches a highintensity subject (e.g., the headlights) for a moment,
you can still easily distinguish the portions of the image
surrounding the headlights.
High Resolution Mode
This mode enhances edges and produces higher
definition images.
Aperture Control
Aperture control is a function which adjusts the
enhancement of the edges of objects in the picture.
There are 16 levels of adjustment, starting from “no
enhancement.” When shooting text, this control may
help by making them sharper.
Back Light Compensation
When the background of the subject is too bright, or
when the subject is too dark due to shooting in the AE
mode, back light compensation will make the subject
appear clearer.
Wide Dynamic Range Mode (WD)
The Wide Dynamic Range mode is a function for
dividing an image into several blocks and correcting
blocked-up shadows and blown-out highlights in
accordance with the intensity difference. It enables you
to obtain images in which portions ranging from dark
to light can be recognized, even when capturing a
subject with a large intensity difference that is backlit
or includes extremely light portions.
Images with wide dynamic range are produced by
combining long-exposure signals (normal shutter) with
the signals of the high-intensity portions obtained with
a short exposure (high-speed shutter).
Wide Dynamic Range Auto On/Off Mode
The wide dynamic range can be set to be automatically
switched ON/OFF in accordance with the intensity
difference obtained by dividing an image into several
blocks and then averaging the intensity of each block.
Wide Dynamic Range Auto On/Off Mode
Auto On/Off
When the intensity
difference between the
dark portions and light
portions of a subject
becomes large because
of back lighting or the
like, the wide dynamic
range mode is switched
ON.
When the subject
changes and the
intensity difference
between the dark
portions and light
portions becomes small,
the wide dynamic range
mode is switched OFF.
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The wide dynamic range mode includes the following
operation modes.
• WD Mode
This mode corrects blocked-up shadows and blown-
out highlights in accordance with the intensity
difference.
• WD Auto ON/OFF Mode
This mode switches WD ON/OFF automatically in
accordance with the intensity difference of the subject.
Configure the sensitivity for when WD is switched
from OFF to ON with the detection sensitivity
parameter.
• Exposure Ratio Mode
This mode fixes the shutter speed of a long exposure.
Configure the shutter speed of a short exposure by
setting the ratio with regards to a long exposure with
the exposure ratio parameter.
Blown-out highlight correction is not performed in
this mode.
• Histogram Mode
This mode uses a histogram to correct blocked-up
shadows and blown-out highlights. (The operation is
similar to that of FCB-EX1010/P Dver.)
• About WD Set Parameter
(Command: 8x 01 04 2D 0p 0q 0r 0s 0t 0u 00 00 FF)
long exposure image or short exposure image.
q: Detection sensitivity (0: Low, 1: Mid, 2: Hi)
Select from three levels for detecting the
intensity within the image for when switching
Auto WD from OFF to ON.
r: Blocked-up shadow correction level can be
set to one of four levels. (0:L 1:M 2:H 3:S)
s: Blown-out highlight correction level can be
set to one of three levels. (0:L 1:M 2:H)
tu: Parameter to use in the exposure ratio mode.
Specify the short exposure time by setting
the magnification ratio (×1 to ×64) with
regards to a long exposure time.
Notes
• When the wide dynamic range mode is ON, solarization may be
observed in the images of some subjects. This phenomenon is
unique to wide dynamic range mode, and is not an indication of a
camera malfunction.
• The frame rate during Wide Dynamic Range mode will be half of
that during standard mode.
Example: When Wide Dynamic Range mode is ON in 720/30P
mode, the frame rate is 15 fps.
Noise Reduction
The NR (Noise Reduction) function removes noise
(both random and non-random) to provide clearer
images.
This function has six steps: levels 1 to 5, plus off.
The NR effect is applied in levels based on the gain,
and this setting value determines the limit of the effect.
In bright conditions, changing the NR level will not
have an effect.
High Sensitivity Mode
In this mode, higher sensitivity gain is applied as
standard gain increases, reaching a gain level at MAX
gain of up to 4x the standard gain. In such cases,
however, there will be a high volume noise in the
image.
Custom Gamma Mode
Gamma correction can be changed in this mode. The
following five options are available.
1: Standard
2: Straight gamma
3: S-curve - Low
4: S-curve - Mid
5: S-curve - High
Tip
Blocked-up shadows in images will be more noticeable
than usual.
Color Enhancement
A captured color image is converted to 256 levels of
gray, and you can set a color to all levels brighter than
the threshold value, and another color to all levels
darker than the threshold value.
Color specifications
• You can select from nine colors to specify for the
high-intensity and low-intensity colors.
• The default settings for color specification are “green”
for high-intensity and “white” for low-intensity.
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Threshold values
• You can set the threshold value that determines high
or low intensity.
• The minimum threshold value is 1h (decimal: 1), and
the maximum threshold value is FE1h (decimal:
4065).
• The default setting for the threshold value is 200h
(decimal: 512).
Grayscale image
(256 levels)
Color image
Binarization
process
Assign any
color
Image Stabilizer (FCB-EH3400/EH3410 only)
Switching ON the Image Stabilizer function reduces
image blurring caused by, for example, vibration, which
allows you to obtain images without much blurring. A
correction effect of approximately 90% is possible for a
vibration frequency of around 10 Hz. The Image
Stabilizer function employs the digital zoom system, so
the angle of view and resolution are changed, but the
sensitivity is maintained.
Hold Function of Image Stabilizer
With the Image Stabilizer function, suddenly stopping
high-speed movement (pan, tilt, etc.) of the camera
produces a blur sensor counteraction that may cause
image movement. In such a case, you can use a
command setting (hold) to maintain the correction of
the Image Stabilizer function. In this case the image
stabilizer is off, but there is no change in the angle of
view.
Note
When image stabilizer is activated, residual movement may appear
on the top and bottom of the image.
Temperature Reading Function
The conversion value (hex) of the temperature sensor
built into to the camera can be read by using a query
command. The conversion value has an error of ±3 C,
and because the temperature sensor is inside the
camera, this value is not the ambient temperature. Use
it as a reference value.
Slow shutter – Auto/Manual
When set to “Auto,” ensures that the slow shutter is set
automatically when the brightness drops. Effective only
when the AE mode is set to “Full Auto.”
Set to “Slow Shutter Manual” at shipment.
Note
The Slow Shutter Auto function is not available in WD mode.
Low-Illumination Chroma Suppress Mode
You can configure a chroma suppress mode for lowillumination conditions. This can be useful when color
noise is particularly noticeable in such conditions.
Four levels (disabled and three levels) are available for
the low-illumination chroma suppress mode. Set the
effect to be applied at approximately 15 dB. Higher
setting values produce stronger chroma suppressing
effects.
ICR (IR Cut-Removable) Mode
An infrared (IR) Cut-Filter can be disengaged from the
image path for increased sensitivity in low light
environments. The ICR will automatically engage
depending on the ambient light, allowing the camera to
be effective in day/night environments.
When the auto ICR mode is set to ON, the image
becomes black and white.
Custom Color Gain
You can customize and configure the color gain. Use
this setting when bright color is particularly important.
The initial setting 100% (4h) can be set to range from
approx. 60% (Oh) to 200% (Eh) with 15 stages.
Custom Color Phase
You can customize and configure the color phase.
The initial setting 0 degrees (7h) is adjustable between
approx.
−14 degrees (0h) and +14 degrees (Eh), in
15 increments.
Auto ICR Mode
Auto ICR Mode automatically switches the settings
needed for attaching or removing the IR Cut Filter.
With a set level of darkness, the IR Cut Filter is
automatically disabled (ICR ON), and the infrared
sensitivity is increased. With a set level of brightness,
the IR Cut Filter is automatically enabled (ICR OFF).
Also, on systems equipped with an IR light, the internal
data of the camera is used to make the proper decisions
to avoid malfunctions.
Auto ICR Mode operates with the AE Full Auto setting.
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ICR
SHUTTER
DarkBright
AGC
MAX
IRIS
OPEN
Shutter 1/60 sec
ICR OFF U ON
GAIN
ICR ON
IRIS
ICR
ON
AGC
MAX
IRIS
OPEN
(Iris Open)
(Gain Max)
ICR ON
(Slow Shutter Max)
Dark
GAIN
Adjustable
ICR ON U OFF Adjustable
SHUTTER
IRIS
Bright
(Iris Min)
(0dB)
(1/60 sec)
When Auto Slow Shutter is OFF (initial setting)
When Auto Slow Shutter is ON
Note
When in Auto_ICR_OFF state and WB data is added (default), a
malfunction may occur when the subjects largely consisting of blue
and green colors are taken.
Camera ID
The ID can be set up to 65,536 (0000 to FFFF). As this
will be memorized in the nonvolatile memory inside,
data will be saved regardless of whether it has been
backed up.
Effect
It consists of the following functions.
Neg. Art: Negative/Positive Reversal
•
Black White: Monochrome Image
•
Others
E-FLIP
This function turns the video output from the camera
upside down.
Basic Functions
Mirror Image
This function reverses the video output from the
camera horizontally.
Freeze
This function captures an image in the field memory of
the camera so that this image can be output
continuously.
Because communication inside the camera is based on V cycle,
the captured image is always the one 3V to 4Vs after the
sending of a Command. Thus, you can not specify a time
period after sending EVEN, ODD or a Command.
Memory (Position preset)
Using the position preset function, 6 sets of camera
shooting conditions can be stored and recalled.
This function allows you to achieve the desired status
instantly, even without adjusting the following items
each time.
• Zoom Position
• Digital Zoom On/Off
• Focus Auto/Manual
• Focus Position
• AE Mode
• Shutter control parameters
• Bright Control
• Iris control parameters
• Gain control parameters
• Exposure Compensation On/Off
• Exposure Level
• Backlight Compensation On/Off
• Slow Shutter Auto/Manual
• Slow AE Response speed
• White Balance Mode
• R/B Gain
• Aperture
• ICR Shoot On/Off
• WD On/Off
Custom Preset
As with the position preset function, the camera
shooting conditions can be stored and recalled. The
settings are recalled when the power is turned on.
For setting items, see the “Initial Settings, Custom Preset
and Backup” section on page 22.
User Memory Area
A user area of 16 bytes allows you to write data, such as
an ID for each customer, data for each system, and so
on, freely.
Note
Rewriting of memory is not unlimited. Be careful to avoid using the
memory area for such as unnecessary tasks as rewriting the
contents of the memory for every operation.
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Basic Functions
Register Setting
The camera’s default settings can be changed by the
register setting command.
Register Setting Command:
8x 01 04 24 mm 0p 0q FF
mm: Register No. (=00 to 7F)
pq: Register Value (=00 to FF)
Register Inquiry Command:
8x 09 04 24 mm FF
mm: Register No.
y0 50 0p 0p FF
pp: Register Value
(returned from the camera)
Example: To set communication speed to 38400 bps
8x 01 04 24 00 00 02 FF
After sending this command, turn power off and
back on (power reset) to resume communication
control at 38400 bps.
Example: Sending to confirm settings
8x 09 04 24 00 FF
y0 50 00 03 FF is returned from the camera
The register setting items and No. are as follows.
Baud Rate: 00
Communication speed can be changed.
Monitoring Mode: 72
This register “72” allows digital output mode
configuration.
For details on each output mode and parameter, see
“Register Setting” on page 50.
Output Enable: 73
“Analog Output”, “Digital Output”, or “Both” can be
set.
For details on parameters, see “Register Setting” on
page 50.
Zoom Limit: 50 (Wide end), 51 (Tele end)
The Wide and Tele zoom limits can be set.
E-Zoom Max: 52
The maximum digital zoom limit can be specified
(default is ×12).
FocusTrace: 54
When you want to prioritize zoom speed, set
FocusTrace to OFF to minimize the transition time
between Wide and Tele zoom (although the image
may be blurred because focus is not tracked). For
example, the focus transition time from Wide to
Tele ends, which typically takes 2.3 seconds, can be
reduced to 1.6 seconds.
FocusOffset: 55
Placing a dome cover in front of the camera may
cause the focal distance of the camera to change.
Especially at the Tele end, this effect exceeds the AF
range, so focus cannot track, although it responds
to changes in this value.
For details, see “Register Setting” on page 50.
Privacy Zone Masking Settings
For details, see page 15.
Motion detection
For details, see page 19.
Title Display
• You can set a title composed of up to 11 lines. One
line can contain up to 20 characters.
• You can set display on/off, the horizontal position of
the first character, blinking state and color for each
line.
• The camera gives priority to lines of a title when the
camera status is displayed on the relevant line. On the
lines where a title is not set, the camera status is
displayed.
Privacy Zone masking protects private objects and
areas such as house windows, entrances, and exits
which are within the camera’s range of vision but not
subject to surveillance.
Privacy zone masking can be masked on the monitor to
protect privacy.
Features
• Mask can be set on up to 24 places according to Pan/
Tilt positions.
• Mask can be displayed on 8 places per screen
simultaneously.
• Privacy Zones are displayed according to priority in
alphabetical order.
• Individual on/off zone masking settings.
• Two colors can be individually set for each of
24 privacy zones.
Grid On8x 01 04 7C 02 FFSetting Grid Display On/Off
Grid Off8x 01 04 7C 03 FF
CenterLineOn8x 01 04 7C 04 FFSetting the center line On
Setting Mask(Size)
See “mm: Mask setting list”, “nn: Setting”, and “rr: w,
ss: h” in “Parameters” on page 17.
See “pp pp pp pp: Mask bit” in “Parameters” on page
17.
pp pp pp pp: Mask setting (0: OFF, 1: ON)
Setting Color of Mask
See “pp pp pp pp: Mask bit” and “qq, rr: Color code”
in “Parameters” on page 17.
qq: Color setting when setting the Mask bit to 0
rr: Color setting when setting the Mask bit to 1
Setting Pan/Tilt Angle
See “Setting pan/tilt angle” in “Parameters” on page
17.
ppp: Pan angle, qqq: Tilt angle
Setting the direct position of PTZ
See “mm: Mask setting list” and “Setting pan/tilt
angle” in “Parameters” on page 17.
ppp: Pan , qqq: Tilt , rrrr: Zoom
Setting non-interlocking the mask to pan/till
See “mm: Mack setting list” and “pp:x,qq:y,
rr:w, ss: h“ in “Parameters“ on page 17.
The priority order of the mask display is in the sequence from A
(highest) to X (lowest).
When you set the parameters of masks non-sequentially, it is
recommended that you set the mask whose priority order is higher,
first.
nn:Setting
nnSetting
00Resetting the zone size (the value of w,h)
for the existing mask.
01Setting newly the zone size (the value of w,h).
pp: x, qq: y, rr: w, ss: h
mask
Effective display area
pp pp pp pp: Mask bit
pppppppp
bit7 6 543 21 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 0 7 6 5 4 3 2 10
Mask- - X W V U T S - - R Q P O N M - - L K JI H G - - F E D C B A
See “Setting pan/tilt angle” in “Parameters” on
page 17.
Comments: Pan/Tilt angle settings are hexadecimal
data.
The resolution of Pan/Tilt angle is 0.088 degrees.
Note
• When you set the pan/tilt angle, locate the pan/tilt position at
the center point of the FCB camera’s position.
• If you set the pan/tilt angle or zoom the camera, a bigger mask
will be displayed for about one second.
pp pp pp ppEach 24 Privacy Zones corresponds to 1 bit.
See “pp pp pp pp: Mask bit” in “Parameters” on
page 17.
Comments: Each of 24 Privacy zones can be switched
on and off individually by a single VISCA
command. If you want to display a Privacy zone,
you must set its bit to 1. If you do not want to
display a Privacy zone, you must set its bit to 0.
pp pp pp pp Each 24 Privacy Zones correspond with the BIT.
See “pp pp pp pp: Mask bit” in “Parameters” on
page 17.
qqSet the color code
rrSet the color code. See “qq, rr: Color code” in
“Parameters” on page 17.
Comments: Two different color masks can be chosen.
Set PTZ Mask
Command: 8x 01 04 7B mm 0p 0p 0p 0q 0q 0q 0r 0r
0r 0r FF
Parameter:
mmSetting Mask
See “mm: Mask setting list” in “Parameters” on page 17.
pppPan Angle (000 to FFF)
See “Setting pan/tilt angle” in “Parameters” on page 17.
qqqTilt Angle (000 to FFF)
See “Setting pan/tilt angle” in “Parameters” on page 17.
rrrrZoom Position (000 to 4000)
See “Zoom Ratio and Zoom Position (for reference)” on
page 48.
Comments: Mask can be set at the desired position
by setting the pan tilt angle and zoom position
using this command. The set value can be input by
hexadecimal number.
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Basic Functions
Non Interlock Mask
Command: 8x 01 04 6F mm 0p 0p 0q 0q 0r 0r 0s 0s
FF
Parameters:
mm Setting Mask
See “mm: Mask setting list” in “Parameters” on page 17.
ppSets the center position “x” of the Mask on screen.
qqSets the center position “y” of the Mask on screen.
rrSets the half value “w” of the Mask Width.
ssSets the half value “h” of the Mask Height.
See “pp: x, qq: y, rr: w, ss: h” in “Parameters” on page 17.
When the Set Mask command and the Non Interlock Mask
command are set to the same mask, the command set later
becomes effective.
Grid
Use the grid displayed on the screen to set mask
positions (see the figure below).
By executing the Center Line On command, only the x
and y axes of the center are displayed. Grids lines
disappear.
Motion Detection Function
This function instructs the camera to detect movement
within the monitoring area and then send an alarm
signal automatically.
The Detect signal goes out through the serial command
(VISCA) communication line.
Features
• You can set a frame for the detection range of
16 (horizontally) × 8 (vertically) blocks.
• You can set up to four frames.
• When the motion is detected in the set frame, the
Alarm Replay VISCA command is sent.
• The threshold level for detection can be set (common
to four frames).
• The interval of alarm detection can be set up to
255 seconds in units of one second.
• You can set on/off for each frame.
• When the Block Mode is set to ON, the Alarm Reply
command is not sent. Use this mode for checking
when the camera is installed or for confirming the
camera operation.
• The frame number is also sent with Alarm Replay to
report in which frame the motion has been detected.
Frames
Setting frames
You can set the frame by assigning the starting point
and terminating point vertically and horizontally. You
can set up to four frames.
When motion is detected within the rage where
frames overlap
The alarms are sent for both frames.
Frame 1
Frame 2
Frame 3
Frame 4
At this position, the
alarm for frame 3 is
sent.
Within this overlapped
range, alarms are sent for
both frame 3 and frame 4.
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Basic Functions
Sending Alarms
• When motion is detected, the Alarm Replay
command is issued via the serial command (VISCA)
communication line.
Alarm issueAlarm issueAlarm issueAlarm issue
Alarm interval
Motion is
detected in
frame 1.
Interval
Motion is
detected in
frame 1.
Motion is
detected in
frame 1.
Motion is
detected in
frame 1.
Setting Commands
• MD On/Off
The Display mode is selected by the Function Set
command and frames are set by the Frame Set
command. By sending an MD On command, the
frame is displayed when motion is detected in the set
frame. The Alarm Reply command is set via the serial
command (VISCA) communication line.
8x 01 04 1B 02 FF --- On
8x 01 04 1B 03 FF --- Off
• Function Set
Select the detected frame, and set the Threshold Level
-- (0 to F)
pq: Threshold -- (00 to FF)
rs: Interval time set -- (00 to FF)
(When pq and rs are 0, the command is received, but
the setting is disabled.)
• When multiple motions are detected or motion is
detected in another frame within the set interval
following the original time the alarm was issued,
another alarm command is not issued.
• When motion is detected after the interval time
elapsed, the alarm is issued again.
IntervalInterval
Motion is
detected in
frame 1.
Motion is
detected in
frame 2.
Motion is
detected in
frame 3.
Motion is
detected in
frame 3.
• Frame Set
You can set up to four frames by assigning the starting
and terminating points.
Note
Set a terminating point higher vertically and
horizontally than the starting point. If you set the
wrong value, the command yields an error.
Frame2, 3: Frame3) -- (0, 1, 2, 3)
p: Frame set Start Horizontal Position -- (00 to 0F)
q: Frame set Start Vertical Position -- (00 to 07)
r: Frame set End Horizontal Position -- (01 to 10)
s: Frame set End Vertical Position -- (01 to 08)
• Alarm Reply
When motion is detected in the set frame, the camera
issues this command. This command includes the
information on the number of the detected frame.
When designing the housing, refer to the dimensional
allowance as shown in the figure below.
Vibration Specifications
Test Method (Random vibration)
• Fix the camera at the four fixation points of the base
using M2 screws.
• Perform the random vibration test under the
following conditions in the X, Y and Z directions for
20 minutes in each direction.
• The camera vibration specification is to have no
malfunction after this test.
Power spectrum density 5 Hz to 50 Hz 4.14 m2/s3 {0.043 G2/Hz}
Eective overall value14.3 m/s
Test time20 minutes
50 Hz to 100 Hz –36 dB/oct
2
{1.46 G}
Spectral Sensitivity
Characteristics
Use the graph as a reference value. (We can not
guarantee these values.)
This data is measured when the IR cut filter is removed
and the characteristics of the lens and optical source
characteristics are ignored.
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Initial Settings, Custom Preset and Backup
Initial settings for the various functions of the FCB
camera are indicated in the “Initial settings” column.
The “Custom preset” column indicates whether the
custom preset function can be used to store the
settings. The function enables the stored settings to be
recalled automatically when the camera is turned on.
The “Back up at standby” column indicates whether the
data is preserved even when the camera is powered
OFF.
Basic Functions
Mode/Position settingInitial settings
Zoom PositionWide end
D-Zoom On/Off
D-Zoom Separate/Combine
D-Zoom Position
Focus Position
Focus Auto/Manual
Near Limit Setting9000h (30 cm)
AF Sensitivity
AF Mode
AF Run Time5 sec
AF Interval5 sec
WB Mode
WB Data (Rgain, Bgain)
One Push WB Data
AE ModeFull Auto
AE Response
WD On/Off/Auto
Slow Shutter Mode
Shutter Position1/30 sec
Iris Position
Gain Position
Bright Position
Exposure Compensation On/Off
Exposure Compensation Amount
BackLight On/Off
Spot AE On/Off
Spot AE Position SettingX=8, Y=8
Aperture Level
High Resolution Mode On/Off
LR Reverse On/Off
Freeze On/Off
Picture Effect
ICR On/Off
Auto ICR On/Off
Auto ICR Threshold Level
A circle “” in this column signifies that the data is preserved.
A cross “” signifies that the data IS NOT preserved.
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Basic Functions
Mode/Position settingInitial settings
Camera MemorySame as the initial value setting
Display On/Off
Mute On/Off
WD Alarm On/Off
Auto ICR Alarm On/Off
NR Level
Gain Limit
Color Enhancement On/Off
Color Enhancement Threshold Level
Color Enhancement High Luminance
Color Setting
Color Enhancement Low Luminance
Color Setting
Low-Illumination Chroma Suppress2h (Middle)
Color Gain4h (100%)
Color Hue7h (0degrees)
Title Display On/Off
Title Setting
Mask Setting
Mask Display On/Off
Mask Color Setting
Grid/Center Line Display On/Off
Alarm On/Off
Alarm Mode
Alarm Detect Level
E-Flip On/Off
Privacy Zone On/Off
Privacy Zone Setting
Camera ID
Alarm DayLight Threshold Level
MD On/Off
MD Display Setting
MD Threshold Level
MD Interval1 sec
MD Window Setting
ZoomPos Continuous Output On/Off
ZoomPos Continuous Output Interval
ModePower OffInitializingPower OnFreeze OnMemRecallAE Full AutoAE ManualShutterPriIris PriorityBrightWD
AE Full Auto
AE Manual
Shutter Priority
Bright
Iris Priority
Shutter Setting
Iris Setting
Gain Setting
Bright Setting
Slow Shutter Auto/Manual
Exposure Compensation On/Off
Exposure Compensation Setting
SpotAE On/Off
BackLight On/Off
SpotAE Setting
WD On/Off
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Basic Functions
Power OffInitializingPower OnFreeze OnMemRecall
Mode
Others
WD Alarm On/Off
Aperture Setting
High Resolution Mode On/Off
LR_Reverse On/Off
Freeze On/Off
Picture Effect Setting
ICR On/Off
Auto ICR On/Off
Auto ICR Threshold Level Setting
Auto ICR Alarm On/Off
Display On/Off
Mute On/Off
Title Setting
Mask On/Off
Mask Setting
Key Lock On/Off
Alarm On/Off
Alarm Mode
MD On/Off
MD Function Setting
MD Window Setting
ID Write
Memory Save
Register Value Setting
Color Enhancement On/Off
NR Level Setting
Chroma Suppress
Color Gain
Color Hue
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VISCA1)/RS-232C
Commands
This Manual outlines an RS-232 control protocol and
command list for certain Sony cameras from which
control software can be developed.
THIS CONTROL PROTOCOL AND COMMAND
LIST IS PROVIDED BY SONY ON AN “AS-IS BASIS”
WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND. SONY
DOES NOT WARRANT ANY PARTICULAR RESULT
FROM THE USE OF THIS CONTROL PROTOCOL
AND COMMAND LIST AND DISCLAIMS AND
EXCLUDES ALL WARRANTIES. EXPRESS OR
IMPLIED, WITH RESPECT TO THAT CONTROL
PROTOCOL AND COMMAND LIST, INCLUDING,
BUT NOT LIMITED TO, ANY OR ALL IMPLIED
WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR
FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE. IN FACT,
SONY SPECIFICALLY ACKNOWLEDGES THAT
SOFTWARE DEVELOPED BASED ON THIS
CONTROL PROTOCOL AND COMMAND LIST
MAY CAUSE MALFUNCTION OR DAMAGE TO
HARDWARE AND SOFTWARE USED WITH IT
(INCLUDING SONY HARDWARE AND
SOFTWARE) AND SPECIFICALLY DISCLAIMS
ANY LIABILITY FOR ANY SUCH MALFUNCTION
OR DAMAGE. THIS CONTROL PROTOCOL AND
COMMAND LIST SHOULD BE USED WITH
CAUTION.
Command List
Command List
Overview of VISCA
In VISCA, the device outputting commands, for
example, a computer, is called the controller. The
device receiving the commands, an FCB camera is
called the peripheral device. In VISCA, up to seven
peripheral devices like the FCB camera can be
connected to one controller using communication
conforming to the RS-232C standard. The parameters
of RS-232C are as follows.
Communication speed: 9.6 kbps/19.2 kbps/
38.4 kbps
Data bits : 8
Start bit : 1
Stop bit : 1
Non parity
Flow control using XON/XOFF and RTS/CTS, etc., is
not supported.
1) VISCA is a protocol which controls consumer camcorders developed by Sony. “VISCA” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
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Command List
Bit 7
(MSB)
Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 B it 2 B it 1 Bit 0
(LSB)
10
FF
Bit 7
(MSB)
Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
(LSB)
11111111
VISCA Communication
Specifications
VISCA packet structure
The basic unit of VISCA communication is called a
packet. The first byte of the packet is called the header
and comprises the sender’s and receiver’s addresses. For
example, the header of the packet sent to the FCB
camera assigned address 1 from the controller (address
0) is hexadecimal 81H. The packet sent to the camera
Packet (3 to 16 bytes)
Header
Byte 1Byte 2Byte 3
Message (1 to 14 bytes)
assigned address 2 is 82H. In the command list, as the
header is 8X, input the address of the camera at X. The
header of the reply packet from the camera assigned
address 1 is 90H. The packet from the camera assigned
address 2 is A0H.
Some of the commands for setting cameras can be sent
to all devices at one time (broadcast). In the case of
broadcast, the header should be hexadecimal 88H.
When the terminator is FFH, it signifies the end of the
packet.
Terminator
Sender’s
address
Receiver’s address
Command and inquiry
Command
Sends operational commands to the FCB camera.
Inquiry
Used for inquiring about the current state of the FCB
camera.
ACK message
Returned by the FCB camera when it receives a
command. No ACK message is returned for
inquiries.
Completion message
Returned by the FCB camera when execution of
commands or inquiries is completed. In the case of
inquiry commands, it will contain reply data for the
inquiry after the 3rd byte of the packet. If the ACK
message is omitted, the socket number will contain
0.
Reply Packet Note
Ack X0 4Y FF Y = socket number
Completion (commands) X0 5Y FF Y = socket number
Completion (Inquiries) X0 5Y ... FF Y = socket number
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address + 8
Error message
When a command or inquiry command could not
be executed or failed, an error message is returned
instead of the completion message.
Command execution cancel
To cancel a command which has already been sent,
send the Cancel command as the next command. To
cancel one of any two commands which have been
sent, use the cancel message.
Cancel Packet Note
Cancel 8X 2Y FF Y = socket number
X = 1 to 7: FCB camera address, Y = socket number
An error message will be returned for this command,
but this is not a fault. It indicates that the command has
been canceled.
Error Packet Description
X0 6Y 01 FF Message length error (>14 bytes)
X0 6Y 02 FF Syntax Error
X0 6Y 03 FF Command buffer full
X0 6Y 04 FF Command cancelled
X0 6Y 05 FF No socket (to be cancelled)
X0 6Y 41 FF Command not executable
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address + 8, Y = socket number
Socket number
When command messages are sent to the FCB camera,
it is normal to send the next command message after
waiting for the completion message or error message to
return. However to deal with advanced uses, the FCB
camera has two buffers (memories) for commands, so
that up to two commands including the commands
currently being executed can be received. When the
FCB camera receives commands, it notifies the sender
which command buffer was used using the socket
number of the ACK message. As the completion
message or error message also has a socket number, it
indicates which command has ended. Even when two
command buffers are being used at any one time, an
FCB camera management command and some inquiry
messages can be executed.
The ACK message is not returned for these commands
and inquiries, and only the completion message of
socket number 0 is returned.
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VISCA Device Setting Command
Before starting control of the FCB camera, be sure to
send the Address command and the IF_Clear
command using the broadcast function.
For VISCA network administration
Address
Sets an address of a peripheral device. Use when
initializing the network, and receiving the following
network change message.
Network Change
Sent from the peripheral device to the controller
when a device is removed from or added to the
network. The address must be re-set when this
message is received.
Packet Note
Address 88 30 01 FF Always broadcasted.
Network Change X0 38 FF
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address + 8
Command List
VISCA interface command
IF_Clear
Clears the command buffers in the FCB camera and
cancels the command currently being executed.
Command Packet Reply Packet Note
IF_Clear 8X 01 00 01 FF X0 50 FF
IF_Clear (broadcast) 88 01 00 01 FF 88 01 00 01 FF
X = 1 to 7: FCB camera address (For inquiry packet)
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address +8 (For reply packet)
VISCA interface and inquiry
CAM_VersionInq
Returns information on the VISCA interface.
Inquiry Inquiry Packet Reply Packet Description
CAM_VersionInq 8X 09 00 02 FF Y0 50 GG GG HH HH JJ JJ KK FF GGGG = Vender ID
(0020: Sony)
HHHH = Model ID
045D:FCB-EH3400
0464:FCB-EH3410
0465:FCB-EH3310
JJJJ = ROM revision
045E:FCB-EH3300
KK = Maximum socket #(02)
X = 1 to 7: FCB camera address (For inquiry packet)
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address +8 (For reply packet)
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VISCA Command/ACK Protocol
CommandCommand MessageReply Message Comments
General Command81 01 04 38 02 FF
(Example)
81 01 04 38 FF
(Example)
81 01 04 38 02 FF
(Example)
81 01 04 08 02 FF
(Example)
Inquiry Command81 09 04 38 FF
(Example)
81 09 05 38 FF
(Example)
Address Set88 30 01 FF88 30 02 FFReturned the device address to +1.
IF_Clear(Broadcast)88 01 00 01 FF88 01 00 01 FFReturned the same command.
IF_Clear (For x)8x 01 00 01 FFz0 50 FF (Completion)ACK is not returned for this command.
90 60 02 FF (Syntax Error) Accepted a command which is not supported or a command
90 60 03 FF
(Command Buffer Full)
90 61 41 FF
(Command Not Executable)
90 62 41 FF
90 50 02 FF (Completion) ACK is not returned for the inquiry command.
90 60 02 FF (Syntax Error) Accepted an incompatible command.
(Command Canceled)
z0 6y 05 FF (No Socket)
Returns ACK when a command has been accepted, and
Completion when a command has been executed.
lacking parameters.
There are two commands currently being executed, and the
command could not be accepted.
Could not execute the command in the current mode.
Returned when the command of the socket specified is canceled.
Completion for the command canceled is not returned.
Returned when the command of the specified socket has already
been completed or when the socket number specified is wrong.
Command List
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Command List
VISCA Camera-Issued Messages
ACK/Completion Messages
Command MessagesComments
ACKz0 4y FF
(y:Socket No.)
Completionz0 5y FF
(y:Socket No.)
z = Device address + 8
Error Messages
Command MessagesComments
Syntax Errorz0 60 02 FFReturned when the command format is different or when a command with illegal
Command Buffer Fullz0 60 03 FFIndicates that two sockets are already being used (executing two commands) and the
Command Canceledz0 6y 04 FF
(y:Socket No.)
No Socketz0 6y 05 FF
(y:Socket No.)
Command Not Executablez0 6y 41 FF
(y:Socket No.)
Returned when the command is accepted.
Returned when the command has been executed.
command parameters is accepted.
command could not be accepted when received.
Returned when a command which is being executed in a socket specified by the cancel
command is canceled. The completion message for the command is not returned.
Returned when no command is executed in a socket specified by the cancel command,
or when an invalid socket number is specified.
Returned when a command cannot be executed due to current conditions. For example,
when commands controlling the focus manually are received during auto focus.
Network Change Message
Command MessageComments
Network Changez0 38 FFIssued when power is being routed.
0: Combined image, 2: Long-time, 3: Short-time
q: Detection sensitivity (0: L 1: M 2: H)
r: Blocked-up shadow correction level (0: L 1: M 2: H 3: S)
s: Blown-out highlight correction level (0: L 1: M 2: H)
tu: Exposure ratio of short exposure (x1 to x64)
Wide dynamic OFF
Wide dynamic ON
ON
OFF
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Command List
Command List (4/5)
Command SetCommandCommand PacketComments
CAM_AutoICROn8x 01 04 51 02 FF Auto dark-field mode On/Off
Off 8x 01 04 51 03 FF
Threshold8x 01 04 21 00 00 0p 0q FF
CAM
_AutoICRAlarmReply
CAM_StabilizerOn8x 01 04 34 02 FF
CAM_MemoryReset8x 01 04 3F 00 0p FFp: Memory Number (=0 to 5)
CAM_CUSTOMReset8x 01 04 3F 00 7F FFStarts up in this mode when the power is turned on.
CAM_MemSaveWrite8x 01 04 23 0X 0p 0p 0q 0q FFX: 00 to 07 (Address), total 16 byte
CAM_DisplayOn8x 01 04 15 02 FF
CAM_MultiLineTitleTitle Set18x 01 04 73 1L 00 nn pp
qq: Color Setting when 0 is selected
rr: Color Setting when 1 is selected
Pan/Tilt Angle Settings
ppp: Pan
qqq: Tilt
Pan/Tilt/Zoom Settings for Mask
ppp: Pan, qqq: Tilt, rrrr: Zoom
mm: Non_Interlock Mask Settings
pp: X, q: Y, rr: W, ss: H
ON
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Command List
Command List (5/5)
Command SetCommandCommand PacketComments
CAM_IDWrite—8x 01 04 22 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Camera ID (=0000 to FFFF)
CAM_AlarmOn8x 01 04 6B 02 FFAlarm ON/OFF
Off8x 01 04 6B 03 FF
SetMode8x 01 04 6C pp FFpp: Mode setting
00 Focus change detection
(reference value is not updated)
01 Focus change detection (reference value is updated)
02 AE change detection (reference value is not updated)
03 AE change detection (reference value is updated)
n: Detection Frame Set (0 to F)
pq: Threshold Level (00 to FF)
rs: Interval Time set (00 to FF)
p: Start Horizontal Position (00 to 0F)
q: Start Vertical Position (00 to 07)
r: Stop Horizontal Position (01 to 10)
s: Stop Vertical Position (01 to 08)
* 00: When Zoom Mode is Combine
qqqq: Zoom Position
pp: Register Value (=00-7F)
mm: First byte from the top threshold value
nn: Second byte from the top threshold value
pp: Third byte from the top threshold value
qq: Color specification for high-intensity
rr: Color specification for low-intensity
Range for mm, nn, and pp is 0 to F.
Range for qq and rr is 0 to 8.
Colors
0: Yellow, 1: Cyan, 2: Green, 3: White, 4: Magenta,
5: Red, 6: Blue, 7: Black, 8: Gray
00: OFF
1 to 3: ON (3 levels).
Effect increases as the level number increases.
CAM_ColorGainInq8x 09 04 49 FFy0 50 00 00 00 0p FFp: Color Gain setting 0h (60%) to Eh (200%)
CAM_ColorHueInq8x 09 04 4F FFy0 50 00 00 00 0p FF
CAM_TempInq8x 09 04 68 FFY0 50 00 00 0p 0q FFpq: Temperature *Lens temperature
8x 09 04 69 FFy0 50 02 FFOn
y0 50 03 FF
8x 09 04 50 FFy0 50 02 FF
y0 50 03 FF
Off
qqq: Tilt
ppp: Pan
qqq: Tilt
rrr: Zoom
On
mnpq: Model Code (04xx)
rstu: ROM version
vw: Socket Number (=02)
Off
ppp: Day judgement level setting
qqq: Night judgement level setting
rrr: Current Automatic Exposure level setting
Off
n: Detection Frame Set (0 to F)
pq: Threshold Level (0 to FF)
rs: Interval Time set (0 to FF)
p: Start Horizontal Position (00 to 0B)
q: Start Vertical Position (00 to 07)
r: Stop Horizontal Position (01 to 0C)
s: Stop Vertical Position (01 to 08)
Off
pp: Register Value (00 to FF)
nn: Second byte from the top threshold value
pp: Third byte from the top threshold value
qq: Color specification for high-intensity
rr: Color specification for low-intensity
Colors
0: Yellow, 1: Cyan, 2: Green, 3: White,
4: Magenta, 5: Red, 6: Blue, 7: Black, 8: Gray
On
Off
p: Color Hue setting 0h (− 14 degrees) to Eh (+ 14 degrees)
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Command List
Block Inquiry Command List
Lens Control System Inquiry Commands .....................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 00 FF
ByteBitCommentsByteBitCommentsByteBitComments
7
66060
55050
0
1
2
3
4
5
44040
3
2220
1110
0000
70 Completion Message (50h)
616060
5050
4140
303
202
101
000
70
6060
5050
404060
3
2240
11
00
70
6060
5050
4040
3
22
11
0061
70
606041
505031
404021
3
2201
11
00
70
6060
5050
4040
3
22
11
00
Destination Address
Source Address
Zoom Position (HH)
Zoom Position (HL)
10
Zoom Position (LH)
11
Zoom Position (LL)
70
6
3
Focus Near Limit (H)
70
7
Focus Near Limit (L)
701Digital Zoom 1: On 0: Off
8
3
Focus Position (HH)
70
9
3
Focus Position (HL)
7051
3
Focus Position (LH)
70
3
Focus Position (LL)
12
13
14
15
70
30
70
5
DZoomMode 0: Combine
1: Separate
4
0: Normal 1: Interval
2: Zoom Trigger
3
2
AF Sensitivity 0: Slow
1: Normal
Focus Mode 0: Manual 1: Auto
0
70
50
3
Low Contrast Detection 1: Yes
0: No
2
Camera Memory Recall
1: Executing 0: Stopped
1
Focus Command 1: Executing
0: Stopped
0
Zoom Command 1: Executing
0: Stopped
71 Terminator (FFh)
11
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Camera Control System Inquiry Commands ................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 01 FF
ByteBitCommentsByteBitCommentsByteBitComments
7
66060
55050
0
1
2
3
4
5
44040
3
222
111
000
70 Completion Message (50h)
616060
505050
41404
303
2022
1011
0000
70
606060
505050
404
3
222
111
000
70
606061
50
40
3
23Spot AE 1: On 0: Off21
12Back Light 1: On 0: Off11
01Exposure Comp. 1: On 0: Off01
70
60
5060
4050
3
23
12
01
700
60
5060
4050
3
23
12
01
Destination Address
Source Address
R Gain (H)
R Gain (L)
10
B Gain (H)
11
B Gain (L)
70
6
3
WB Mode
70
7
Aperture Gain
70
8
33
Exposure Mode
70
High-Resolution 1: On 0: Off
5
4
Wide-D (1: Other than Off,
9
0: Off)
Slow Shutter 1: Auto 0: Manual
0
70
4
Shutter Position
70
4
Iris Position
0
12
13
14
15
70
3
Gain Position
70
3
Bright Position
70
40
Exposure Comp. Position
71 Terminator (FFh)
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41
31
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Other Inquiry Commands ............................................. Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 02 FF
ByteBitCommentsByteBitCommentsByteBitComments
7
66060
55050
0
1
2
3
4
5
4404
3
22030
1102
000
70 Completion Message (50h)
616001: 1/50, 1/25 0: 1/60, 1/30
5050
414060
303050
202040
101030
000020
70
606000
5050
404060
3
2Auto ICR 1: On 0: Off240
10130
0Power 1: On 0: Off020
70
606000
5050
4ICR 1: On 0: Off4061
3Freeze 1: On 0: Off
2LR Reverse 1: On 0: Off241
10131
00021
70
606001
5Privacy Zone 1: On 0: Off50
4Mute 1: On 0: Off40
3Title Display 1: On 0: Off3
2Display 1: On 0: Off2
101
000
70
6060
5050
4040
3
22
11
00
Destination Address
Source Address
Auto ICR Alarm (1: On, 0: Off)
10
11
Picture Effect Mode
70
6
30
7010
7
7010
8
3
Camera ID (HH)
7010
9
3
Camera ID (HL)
7011
Camera ID (LH)
70
3
Camera ID (LL)
12
13
14
15
70
Memory 1: Provided 0: Not
provided
ICR 1: Provided 0: Not
provided
70
70
50
71 Terminator (FFh)
51
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Command List
Enlargement Function1 Query Command ....................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 03 FF
ByteBitCommentsByteBitCommentsByteBitComments
7
6606
5505
0
1
2
3
4
5
4404
3
22
11
00
70 Completion Message (50h)
6160
5050
4140
303
20250
1014
0003
70
60601
50500
4040
3
114
003
70
60602
50501
40400
3
226
115
004
70
60602
50501
40400
3
22MD (1: On, 0: Off )61
11Alarm (1: On, 0: Off )51
00Picture flip (1: On, 0: Off)41
7031
6021
5011
4001
3
2
1
0
Destination Address
Source Address
Digital Zoom Position (H)
Digital Zoom Position (L)
10
AF Activation Time (H)
AF Activation Time (L)
70
6
3
AF Interval Time (H)
70
7
AF Interval Time (L)
702
8
3
SpotAE Position (X)
70
9
3
SpotAE Position (Y)
703
30
11
12
13
14
15
70
Color Gain (0h (60%) to
Eh (200%))
3
2
Advanced Privacy
(1: Provided, 0: Not provided)
1
Alarm (1: Provided, 0: Not
provided)
0
Picture flip (1: Provided,
0: Not provided)
70
60
AE Response
70
6
Gamma225
High Sensitivity mode
(1: ON, 0: OFF)
NR Level
70
Chroma Suppress
Gain Limit
71 Terminator (FFh)
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Command List
Enlargement Function2 Query Command ....................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 04 FF
As the distance on the left
will differ due to temperature
characteristics, etc., use as
approximate values.
* The lower 1 byte is fixed at 00.
Wide/Tele Limit Setting
FCB-EH3400/EH3410
Wide/Tele Limit
Setting Value
0000001.00 400028.0
1001611.04 3E9E22.8
2002C31.08 3D3C19.8
3004251.12 3BDA17.6
4005871.17 3A7815.9
5006E91.21 391614.4
60084B1.27 37B413.1
7009AD1.32 365211.9
800B0E1.38 34F110.8
900C701.44 338F9.8
A00DD21.51 322D8.9
B00F341.58 30CB8.1
C010961.66 2F697.4
D011F81.74 2E076.8
E0135A1.83 2CA56.2
F014BB1.92 2B445.7
FF16072.02 29F85.3
Wide LimitTele Limit
Zoom
Position
Zoom
Ratio
Tele end Tele end
Zoom
Position
Zoom
Ratio
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FCB-EH3300/EH3310
Wide/Tele Limit
Setting Value
0000001.00400020.0
1001611.033E9E17.3
2002C31.073D3C15.4
3004251.113BDA14.0
4005871.153A7812.7
5006E91.19391611.6
60084B1.2337B410.6
7009AD1.2836529.7
800B0E1.3334F18.9
900C701.39338F8.1
A00DD21.44322D7.4
B00F341.5130CB6.8
C010961.572F696.2
D011F81.642E075.7
E0135A1.722CA55.3
F014BB1.802B444.9
FF16071.8829F84.5
Wide LimitTele Limit
Zoom
Position
Zoom
Ratio
Zoom
Position
Title setting
Line number00 to 0A
H-position00 to 1F
Blink
Color
0001020304050607
ABCDEFGH
08090a0b0c0d0e0f
IJKLMNOP
1011121314151617
QRSTUVWX
18191a1b1c1d1e1f
YZ&?!12
2021222324252627
34567890
28292a2b2c2d2e2f
ÀÈÌÒÙÁÉÍ
3031323334353637
ÓÚÂÊÔÆÃ
38393a3b3c3d3e3f
ÕÑÇßÄÏÖÜ
4041424344454647
Å$¥£¿¡
48494a4b4c4d4e4f
ø“:‘.,/-
00: Dose not blink
01: Blinks
00White
01Yellow
02Violet
03Red
04Cyan
05Green
06Blue
Zoom
Ratio
Temperature Reading Conversion Value
(Reference Value)
Reading Value
pq (hex)
00−3 to +3
0A7 to 13
1417 to 23
1E27 to 33
2837 to 43
3247 to 53
3C57 to 63
Temperature
Conversion
Value (ºC)
Register Setting
The register settings are enabled when the power is
turned off and then back on again. After turning the
power back on again, verify that the mode settings have
been changed.
Register No.Value
VISCA
Baud Rate
Monitoring
Mode
Output
Enabling
Zoom Limit
E-Zoom Max
StableZoom5300
FocusTrace
@ZoomDirect
FocusOffset
@DomeCover
SAV/EAV5600
0000
(Default value)
0119200 bps
0238400 bps
7209
(Default value)
0A720p/59.94
0B
0C720p/50
0D
0E720p/30
0F720p/29.97
10
11720p/25
12
7301Analog Output
02Digital Output
03
(Default value)
5000-FF
(Default value: 00)
5100-FF
(Default value: 00)
5200-EB
(Default value: EB)
(Default value: 00)
01ON
5400OFF
01
(Default value: 01)
5500-FF
(Default value: 00)
(Default value: 00)
9600 bps
720p/60
NTSC Analog Output
(Stop Digital Output)
PAL Analog Output
(Stop Digital Output)
NTSC Analog Output
(Stop Digital Output)
PAL Analog Output
(Stop Digital Output)
enabled
enabled
Both Analog/Digital
Output enabled
Wide Limit
(0: Disabled)
Tele Limit
(0: Disabled)
Max. digital
zoom ratio =
256 ÷ (256-Value)
OFF
ON
00: None to
FF: Max.
OFF
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Register No.Value
SAV/EAV5601ON
Others
Command List
AF Active Time
AF Interval Time
Spot AE X position
Spot AE Y position
R Gain
B Gain
Aperture Level
AE Response
AutoICR ON
OFF Threshold Level
MD Threshold Level
MD Interval Time
MD Set Horizontal Position
MD Set Vertical Position
Color Enhancement threshold value
Color Enhancement high-intensity
color specification
Color Enhancement low-intensity
color specification
Chroma Suppress setting level
Color Gain setting level
Color Hue setting level
1)
1)
1)
00 to FF
00 to FF
00 to 0F
00 to 0F
00 to FF
00 to FF
00 to 0F
01 to 30
00 to 1C
00 to FF
00 to FF
00 to 10
00 to 08
01 to FE1
00 to 08
00 to 08
00 to 03
00 to 0E
00 to 0E
1)
Unit: One second
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Specifications
Specifications
Imager 1/4 Type Exmor CMOS Sensor
Picture elements 1430K pixels
Lens FCB-EH3400/EH3410
28× zoom
F= 3.5 mm (WIDE) to 98.0 mm
(TELE), F1.35 to F3.7
Zoom movement speed
Optical WIDE – Optical TELE
2.6 sec (Focus Tracking ON)
1.8 sec (Focus Tracking OFF)
Optical WIDE – Digital TELE
4.7 sec (30p/60p mode)
5.2 sec (25p/50p mode)
Digital WIDE – Digital TELE
2.2 sec (30p/60p mode)
2.7 sec (25p/50p mode)
Focus Movement time
∞ to Near 0.8 sec
FCB-EH3300/EH3310
20× zoom
F= 3.5 mm (WIDE), 70.0 mm
(TELE), F1.35 to F3.4
Zoom movement speed
Optical WIDE – Optical TELE
2.3 sec (Focus Tracking ON)
1.8 sec (Focus Tracking OFF)
Optical WIDE – Digital TELE
4.7 sec (30p/60p mode)
4.9 sec (25p/50p mode)
Digital WIDE – Digital TELE
2.2 sec (30p/60p mode)
2.7 sec (25p/50p mode)
Focus Movement time
∞ to Near
Digital zoom FCB-EH3400/EH3410
12× (336× with optical zoom)
FCB-EH3300/EH3310
12× (240× with optical zoom)
Angle of view (H) FCB-EH3400/EH3410
Approx. 55.9 degrees (WIDE end),