Sony RCP-1500, RCP-1501, RCP-1530 Operation Manual

REMOTE CONTROL PANEL

RCP-1500 RCP-1501 RCP-1530

*4-169-285-02*

OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition (Revised 1)

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Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

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.

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-003.

Pour les clients au Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environment: E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

Pour les clients en Europe

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne. La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes:

• EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

• EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans l’environnement électromagnétique suivant: E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).

Für Kunden in Europa

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen:

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit)

Für die folgende elektromagnetische Umgebung: E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

For the customers in Europe, Australia and New Zealand

WARNING

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Pour les clients en Europe, Australie et Nouvelle-Zélande

AVERTISSEMENT

Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un environnement domestique, cet appareil peut provoquer des interférences radio, dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à prendre des mesures appropriées.

Für Kunden in Europa, Australien und Neuseeland

WARNUNG

Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die Funk-Entstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen verursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden, angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen.

For the customers in Europe

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

This apparatus shall not be used in the residential area.

Pour les clients en Europe

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une zone résidentielle.

Für Kunden in Europa

Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.

Dieser Apparat darf nicht im Wohnbereich verwendet werden.

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For the State of California, USA only

Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.

For the customers in Taiwan only

Precautions

Note on faulty pixels on the LCD panel

The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of at least

99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck,” either always off (black), always on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long period of use, because of the physical characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These problems are not a malfunction.

Cleaning the touch panel

When cleaning the touch panel display, use a soft cloth and some ethanol to gently wipe only the area that is dirty. Using too much ethanol or broad wiping may result in smearing. You can also use a soft, dry cloth such as that used for cleaning glasses to gently wipe off the dirt.

Notes

• Do not clean the touch panel with water or any chemical substances other than ethanol.

• When wiping the touch panel, take proper care to prevent any liquid from entering between the touch panel and the body of the unit.

• Using excessive force when wiping may result in scratches on the touch panel.

Note on interference

Do not place mobile phones or similar devices on the control panel. Doing so may result in malfunction of the unit.

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Precautions

Overview

Features

The MSU-1000 series and RCP-1000 series are remote control panels for configuring and controlling Sony’s studio and broadcast cameras.

This section describes the features that are common between the MSU-1000 series and RCP-1000 series.

Remote control panels

The RCP-1000 series of remote control panels is designed mainly for operation. Use a remote control panel with a camera on a one-to-one basis.

• The RCP-1530 incorporates an LCD display with a touch panel, and a variety of settings are available to make this remote control panel compare favorably with the MSU. It is multifunctional while at the same time having a slim body that is just 80 mm wide, which allows you to mount up to five units in a 19-inch EIA rack. The iris and master black adjustment block employs joystick type control.

• The RCP-1500 incorporates an LCD display with direct operation switches and a touch panel, which makes it a remote control panel that offers both ease of operation and multifunctionality that compares favorably with the MSU. The iris and master black adjustment block employs joystick type control. Up to four units can be mounted in a 19-inch EIA rack.

• The RCP-1501 incorporates an LCD display with direct operation switches and a touch panel, which makes it a remote control panel that offers both ease of operation and multifunctionality that compares favorably with the MSU. The iris and master black adjustment block employs dial (knob) type control. Up to four units can be mounted in a 19inch EIA rack.

Operability suitable for basic camera operations

This remote control panel is provided with the control functions required to perform the basic operations of cameras to enable the simple and accurate operation of various functions. The operation buttons, adjustment knobs, and other controls are arranged on the panel according to function and frequency of use. Guard frames are provided around buttons that are vital to the operation and setup of cameras to prevent the buttons from being unintentionally operated. Illuminated buttons with high visibility flash and light to notify you of the operation status to enable operation even in dark locations. Likewise, an illuminated panel surface is employed to allow you to confirm function names even when the surroundings are dark.

Building of a variety of control systems

It is possible to connect by LAN cable in addition to connecting using CCA-5 cable. Therefore, when setting up a multi-camera control system, not only can a system be built using the CNU-700 as previously, but a system can also be built using a LAN. In a system that uses CNU-700s, two camera command network units (CNUs) can be used to control a camera system of up to 24 cameras. In a system that uses a LAN, a camera system of up to 96 cameras can be controlled.

Support for operating multiple cameras

Various operations are made possible by using multiple camera systems that support multiple cameras. The following functions are provided to control the connected cameras.

• Panel active function This function always enables one control panel for one camera to prevent unintentional operation. Even with a control panel that does not have the panel active permission, a camera can be operated using the parallel function, with the exception of iris and master black operations.

• RCP assignment function This function changes the combination of an RCP and camera system.

• Master/subordinate function This function makes changes in conjunction with the color temperature of the specified camera system.

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Customizable functions

Various settings can be configured according to the operation configuration and the frequency with which functions are used.

• Menus

You can create a custom paint menu, and change the contents and order of a menu.

• Function restriction

You can restrict access to items of a certain level or above to restrict the operators that can configure settings.

•Switches

You can assign any function to a spare switch.

• Adjustment knobs

You can assign any function to a spare adjustment knob.

• Operation and call sounds

You can mute and adjust the volume of the operation and call sounds if necessary.

• Exporting and importing of settings

You can save the settings to a “Memory Stick Duo”, and then export them to another remote control panel.

1) If multiple CNUs exist in the system, this only works for cameras connected to the same CNU.

2) This does not work when connected to a network.

3) Customization of the adjustment knobs is only possible with the RCP-1500/1501.

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Examples of System Configurations

Connection example for LEGACY mode

Camera heads

CCU

CCU (1 to 6)

CNU-700

CCU/CNU REMOTE

RCP (1 to 6)

RCP-1500/1501/1530

MSU-1000/1500

VCS

MSU

VCS-700

CCA-5 cable

• The maximum cable length for from a CCU (camera control unit) to an RCP is 200 m.

• Up to six systems can be connected to a CNU-700 as standard. In such a case, connect one MSU and one VCS. Up to 12 systems can be connected if you install BKP-7930 in the CNU-700. In such a case, connect two MSUs and two VCSs.

• Up to 24 systems can be connected if you connect a pair of CNU-700s. In such a case, you can connect four MSUs and four VCSs, but ALL, RCP assignment, and master/subordinate cannot be executed for cameras connected to a different CNU.

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Connection example for MCS mode

Camera heads

CCU

PoE compatible switching hub

RCP-1500

MSU-1000/1500

RCP-1501

LAN straight cable

RCP-1530

(category 5 or above)

• In MCS mode, be sure to set one of the multiple MSUs as the master. Not to turn off the power or disconnect the cable of the master MSU during operation.

• The maximum number of devices that can be directly connected to the network is 96 excluding the master MSU. This maximum number does not include any RCP connected by CCA cable to a CCU connected to the network or any CCU connected by CCA cable to a RCP connected to the network. A client MSU is counted as one unit.

• A CNU and VCS cannot be connected to a system that will be used in MCS mode.

Regarding the power supply of a switching hub

The power consumption of the PoE of this control panel is 7 W. Use a hub capable of supplying enough power for all connected RCPs.

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Supported devices

Operating Cameras

This unit supports connection to the following devices.

• BVP-E30 series

• CCU-590/790 series

• HDC-1000(R)/1500(R)/3300(R) series

• HDCU-1000/1500/3300(R) series

• HSC-300/HSCU-300 series

• HXC-100/HXCU-100 series

• HDC-P1

• F23/F35

• SRW-9000

• PDW-700/740/F800

Notes

• Proper functioning may not be possible depending on the firmware version. Be sure to update to the latest version before use.

• The functions that are available on the control panel may be limited depending on the connected camera. Some controls may not function with certain cameras, but this is not a malfunction.

Camera control permissions (panel active, IRIS/MB active, and PARA)

By combining an MSU and RCP, you can operate one camera device from multiple control panels, and multiple cameras from one MSU. This is called a “multi-camera system.” A multicamera system can be implemented by introducing a CNU or by establishing a LAN connection in MCS mode. To prevent unintentional operation in a multi-camera system, permission is granted to operate the cameras for only either the connected MSU or RCP. There are three types of permission.

• Panel active Even if multiple control panels are connected to one camera, only one control panel has the control permission. This panel is referred to as “active.” An inactive control panel can only be used to display the status.

• PARA (parallel control) By enabling the PARA function on an inactive control panel, you can control cameras. The PARA function is enabled from an inactive control panel, but can be disabled from any control panel.

• IRIS/MB active To prevent unintentional operation of IRIS and master black, you can choose the control panels on which to activate IRIS/MB. The PARA function does not operate. Operating an inactive control panel on which PARA is disabled will not change the state of the camera.

White balance link (master/subordinate mode)

The color temperature of light shining on the subject varies moment by moment when you shoot outdoors. When correcting for this, you can link the cameras within the system and then control them. When you do this, set the camera that is to be controlled directly to “Master,” and the cameras that are to be linked to “Subordinate.” When you change the white balance of the control panel to which the master camera is connected, the subordinate cameras are corrected by the same correction amount. However, adjusting a subordinate camera does not affect any of the other cameras. The white balance link function is only enabled when there is a connection to a CNU (LEGACY mode).

Note

The functions that are available on the control panel may be limited depending on the connected camera. Some controls may not function with certain cameras, but this is not a malfunction.

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Overview

Names and Functions of Parts

Operation Panel

RCP-1500

Camera/panel control block (RCP-1500/1501) (page 12)

Menu operation block (page 16)

Function control block (RCP-1500/1501) (page 17)

Adjustment block (RCP-1500) (page 20)

RCP-1530

Camera/panel control block (RCP-1530) (page 14)

Menu operation block (page 16)

Function control block (RCP-1530) (page 19)

Adjustment block (RCP-1530) (page 24)

RCP-1501

Panel control/status display block (RCP-1500) (page 26)

Adjustment block (RCP-1501) (page 22)

Panel control/status display block (RCP-1501) (page 27)

Panel control/status display block (RCP-1530) (page 28)

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Camera/panel control block (RCP-1500/1501)

a STANDARD button

This button is for accessing the standard state of the camera. After the standard state is accessed, you can cancel access by pressing the STANDARD button again while it is lit.

1 Control selection block

a PARA (parallel control) button

This is the PARA function button. It allows you to simultaneously control the control panels that are active. However, IRIS and master black are only enabled on control panels on which IRIS/MB is active, and cannot be controlled simultaneously.

b MASTER and SUBORDINATE buttons

These are the master/subordinate function buttons. A subordinate device is linked to the white balance adjustment of the master device. If both are set to ON, the setting of the master device takes priority. These were formerly the master/slave function buttons.

2 Power/output signal selection block

b Test signal output selection buttons

These buttons light when pressed and are for operating the test signal generator of the camera to output the corresponding signal.

TEST: Camera test signal BARS (color bars): Color bar signal

Note

When the BARS button is lit, the function of the BARS button takes priority for CCU output. When you select TEST, press the BARS button to turn its light off.

c CLOSE (iris close) button

This button is for closing the iris of the lens connected to the camera. Pressing it when the auto iris is on changes the iris indication to CLS. Pressing it when the auto iris is off displays the iris value, and the state of that iris value is restored when the close mode is cancelled.

3 Camera/CCU function ON/OFF buttons

These buttons are for various functions. A function is enabled when its button is lit. A function with an OFF indication is off when the button is lit. Functions can be assigned to the spare buttons.

For details on assigning functions to spare buttons, see “To assign functions to assignable buttons” (page 45).

a CAM PW (camera power) button

This button is for supplying power from the CCU to the camera heads.

Lighting state Meaning

On The power is being supplied.

Off The power is disconnected. It is not supplied even

Slow flashing The power is disconnected. It is supplied when the

Fast flashing The camera is starting up.

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if the button is pressed.

button is pressed.

Button Description

5600K Electric color temperature correction

function

SKIN DETAIL Skin detail function

GATE Gate function

Displays the active area of the function on the screen (corresponds to Skin DTL and Multi matrix gate). For details on for what kind of image output a gate signal is displayed, refer to the operation manual of the device of the connection destination.

SATURATION Saturation function

Button Description

BLACK GAMMA Black gamma function

CHARACTER CCU character button

Turns ON/OFF character output of the CCU and switches to the next page. When this function is ON, each press of the button switches to the next page (holding the button switches to the last page and stops the function in the OFF state). For details on for what kind of image output characters are displayed, refer to the operation manual of the device of the connection destination.

4 AUTO SETUP block

These buttons are for automatically adjusting the camera.

a AUTO SETUP buttons and START/BREAK button

Pressing one of the following buttons and then pressing the START/BREAK button runs the corresponding automatic adjustment function. SKIN DTL AUTO HUE: Automatically sets the skin detail to an

effective hue.

LEVEL: Runs the auto level setup. Pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops auto adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

b WHITE (auto white balance) button

This button is for starting auto white balance adjustment. The button is lit while this function is running and goes out when adjustment is finished. Pressing it again or pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops automatic adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

c BLACK (auto black balance) button

This button is for starting auto black balance adjustment. The button is lit while this function is running and goes out when adjustment is finished. Pressing it again or pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops automatic adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

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Camera/panel control block (RCP-1530)

a PARA (parallel control) button

This is the PARA function button. It allows you to simultaneously control the control panels that are active. However, IRIS and master black are only enabled on control panels on which IRIS/MB is active, and cannot be controlled simultaneously.

b STANDARD button

This button is for accessing the standard state of the camera. After the standard state is accessed, you can cancel access by pressing the STANDARD button again while it is lit.

1 Power/output signal selection block

a CAM PW (camera power) button

This button is for supplying power from the CCU to the camera heads.

Lighting state Meaning

On The power is being supplied.

Off The power is disconnected. It is not supplied even

if the button is pressed.

Slow flashing The power is disconnected. It is supplied when the

button is pressed.

Fast flashing The camera is starting up.

b Test signal output selection buttons

These buttons light when pressed and are for operating the test signal generator of the camera to output the corresponding signal.

TEST: Camera test signal BARS (color bars): Color bar signal

c CLOSE (iris close) button

This button is for closing the iris of the lens connected to the camera. Pressing it when the auto iris is on changes the iris indication to CLS. Pressing it when the auto iris is off displays the iris value, and this value is redisplayed when the close mode is cancelled.

2 Camera/CCU function ON/OFF buttons

These buttons are for various functions. A function is enabled when its button is lit. A function with an OFF indication is off when the button is lit. Functions can be assigned to the spare buttons.

For details on assigning functions to spare buttons, see page 45.

Button Description

5600K Electric color temperature correction

function

SKIN DETAIL Skin detail function

GATE Gate function

Displays the active area of the function on the screen (corresponds to Skin DTL and Multi matrix gate). For details on for what kind of image output a gate signal is displayed, refer to the operation manual of the device of the connection destination.

SATURATION Saturation function

Note

When the BARS button is lit, the function of the BARS button takes priority. When you select TEST, press the BARS button to turn its light off.

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Button Description

BLACK GAMMA Black gamma function

CHARACTER CCU character button

Turns ON/OFF character output of the CCU and switches to the next page. When this function is ON, each press of the button switches to the next page (a long press switches to the last page and stops the function in the OFF state). For details on for what kind of image output characters are displayed, refer to the operation manual of the device of the connection destination.

3 AUTO SETUP block

These buttons are for automatically adjusting the camera.

a AUTO SETUP buttons and START/BREAK button

Pressing one of the following buttons and then pressing the START/BREAK button runs the corresponding automatic adjustment function. SKIN DTL AUTO HUE: Automatically sets the skin detail to an

effective hue.

LEVEL: Runs the auto level setup. Pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops auto adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

b WHITE (auto white balance) button

This button is for starting auto white balance. The button is lit while this function is running and goes out when adjustment is finished. Pressing it again or pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops automatic adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

c BLACK (auto black balance) button

This button is for starting auto black balance. The button is lit while this function is running and goes out when adjustment is finished. Pressing it again or pressing the START/BREAK button while this function is running stops automatic adjustment. The button flashes to indicate that this function is stopped, and pressing the button again stops the flashing indication.

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Menu operation block

RCP-1500/1501 RCP-1530

Menu operation is performed on the LCD. Operation is performed by touching the buttons and tabs that are displayed on the LCD. Use the adjustment knobs to change numbers and select items. To change menus, press a menu button or custom button and then use the buttons in the menu to navigate through the menu. When you reach the lowest level in the menu, the LED of the SELECT knob lights. You can display the desired page by turning the SELECT knob to forward through the menus in order or by pressing the SELECT button and then accessing the page from the selection screen.

For details on menu operations, see “Menu Tree” (page 53).

a LCD/touch panel

This is for displaying menus and performing operations.

b SELECT knob

Turning the knob while the LED is lit allows you to select menus. Also, pressing in the knob allows you to switch to the desired menu from the selection screen.

c MENU button

This button is for accessing the menu screen.

d Adjustment knobs (rotary encoders)

These knobs are for adjusting or selecting items in menus.

e CUSTOM PAINT button

This button is for accessing the CUSTOM PAINT menu. You can set the contents and order of the CUSTOM PAINT menu.

f CUSTOM buttons

These buttons are for directly accessing preset menus. The CUSTOM1 and CUSTOM2 buttons are available.

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Function control block (RCP-1500/1501)

1 “Memory Stick Duo” insertion block

For details on a “Memory Stick Duo,” see “About “Memory Stick Duo”” (page 79).

a Access indicator

This indicates the status of a “Memory Stick Duo.”

Indication Meaning or measure

Off A “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted.

Lit in green A “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted.

Lit in red Data is being read or written. The data cannot be

guaranteed if you eject the “Memory Stick Duo” in this state (be careful because all of the data may be lost).

b “Memory Stick Duo” slot

This slot allows you to use a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can save or read various files.

2 Scene file control block

a SCENE FILE selection buttons and STORE button

These buttons are for registering and reading scene files.

To register a scene file, press the STORE button to start it flashing and then press the SCENE FILE button with the corresponding number. When file registration is finished, the STORE button goes out. To stop registration part way through, press the STORE button again before pressing the SCENE FILE button.

To read a scene file, press the SCENE FILE button with the corresponding number while the STORE button is not flashing.

The items that can be stored to a scene file differ depending on the connected camera.

b Scene file indicator

This lights when a scene file is read. While the any of scenes 1 to 5 is being read, the button with the corresponding number is lit. While any of scenes 6 and above are read, only the LED of SCENE FILE is lit.

c EXPAND button

This button is for accessing the Scene File menu to perform various operations. Press this button to use the 32-scene file function.

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3 Filter control block

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a ND filter selection buttons

These buttons are lit when the RCP has the filter servo control permission. When they are not lit, the camera side has the control permission. Pressing either the top or bottom button once switches the control permission to the RCP. If there is no filter servo or the camera does not have a filter, these buttons do not light and the control permission can also not be switched. The v button changes the ND filters in order in the forward direction. The V button changes them in the opposite direction. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the ND filters continuously.

b Standard value indicators

These light when standard values are set in the Standard Ind menu. The indicators light in green when values are in their standard state, and in amber when values are not in their standard state.

a DEG indicator

This indicator is lit when the shutter display is indicating an angle value. Configure the setting with the switches in Shutter of the Paint menu.

b SLS/SHUTTER/ESC indicators

The indicator corresponding to the selected function is lit. Select a function in the menu.

SLS: Slow shutter mode SHT: Shutter mode ECS: ECS (Extended Clear Scan) mode

c ON button

This button is for turning ON/OFF the camera’s SLS, shutter, or ECS function. Pressing the button causes it to light and turns ON the function, and pressing it again causes the button to go out and turns OFF the function.

d Shutter speed display window

This window is for displaying the shutter speed that is currently set. If the DEG indicator is lit while in shutter mode (the SHT indicator is also lit), this window displays an angle value. If the DEG indicator is not lit, the shutter speed is displayed in seconds.

e Shutter speed selection buttons

These buttons are for setting the shutter speed. Each press of the v (up) button increases the shutter speed, and each press of the V (down) button decreases it.

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c CC (color temperature conversion) filter selection

buttons

These buttons are lit when the RCP has the filter servo control permission. When they are not lit, the camera side has the control permission. Pressing either the top or bottom button once switches the control permission to the RCP. If there is no filter servo or the camera does not have a filter, these buttons do not light and the control permission can also not be switched. The v button changes the CC filters in order in the forward direction. The V button changes them in the opposite direction. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the ND filters continuously.

d ND filter display window

This window displays the ND filter that is currently selected.

e CC (color temperature conversion) filter display

window

This window displays the CC filter that is currently selected.

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a Standard value indicator

This lights when standard values are set in the Standard Ind menu. The indicator lights in green when values are in their standard state, and in amber when values are not in their standard state.

b Master gain display window

This window displays the master gain that is currently set.

c Master gain selection buttons

This block is for setting the sensitivity of the camera. Each press of the v (up) button increases the sensitivity, and each press of the V (down) button decreases it. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the sensitivity continuously. The setting value (unit: dB) is displayed in the display window.

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Function control block (RCP-1530)

1 Filter control block

a ND filter selection buttons

These buttons are lit when the RCP has the filter servo control permission. When they are not lit, the camera side has the control permission. Pressing either the top or bottom button once switches the control permission to the RCP. If there is no filter servo or the camera does not have a filter, these buttons do not light and the control permission can also not be switched. The v button changes the ND filters in order in the forward direction. The V button changes them in the opposite direction. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the ND filters continuously.

b Standard value indicators

These light when standard values are set in the Standard Ind menu. The indicators light in green when values are in their standard state, and in amber when values are not in their standard state.

c CC (color temperature conversion) filter selection

buttons

These buttons are lit when the RCP has the filter servo control permission. When they are not lit, the camera side has the control permission. Pressing either the top or bottom button once switches the control permission to the RCP. If there is no filter servo or the camera does not have a filter, these buttons do not light and the control permission can also not be switched. The v button changes the CC filters in order in the forward direction. The V button changes them in the opposite direction. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the ND filters continuously.

e CC (color temperature conversion) filter display

window

This window displays the CC filter that is currently selected.

2 Master gain control block

a Standard value indicator

This lights when standard values are set in the Standard Ind menu. The indicator lights in green when values are in their standard state, and in amber when values are not in their standard state.

b Master gain display window

This window displays the master gain that is currently set.

c Master gain selection buttons

This block is for setting the sensitivity of the camera. Each press of the v (up) button increases the sensitivity, and each press of the V (down) button decreases it. Pressing and holding one of the buttons changes the sensitivity continuously. The setting value (unit: dB) is displayed in the displayed in the display window.

d ND filter display window

This window displays the ND filter that is currently selected.

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Adjustment block (RCP-1500)

1 White balance/black balance adjustment block

a ABSOLUTE button

This button changes the mode for manual adjustment using the WHITE, BLACK, FLARE, DETAIL, and assignable knobs between absolute value mode (lit) and relative value mode (not lit). In absolute value mode, a knob indication value becomes that setting value. In relative value mode, a knob indication angle and the setting value do not match. The relative value mode is selected automatically in the following cases.

• During power up

• When the active status of the panel has changed

• When in PARA or master/subordinate mode

• When auto setup (level, white, and black) finishes

• When a scene file is read

• When the adjustment mode is switched between flare balance and black balance by pressing the FLARE button

• When the controlled CCU/HDCU is changed with the RCP Assign settings

b WHITE (manual white balance) knobs

These knobs allow you to adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

c BLACK/FLARE (manual black balance/flare balance)

knobs

These knobs adjust the black balance when the FLARE button is not lit, and the flare balance when the FLARE button is lit. They adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

d FLARE (flare balance mode) button

This button changes the adjustment mode of the BLACK/ FLARE knobs. The knobs adjust the flare balance when the button is lit, and the black balance when the button is not lit.

e DETAIL knob

This knob adjusts the detail level.

f Assignable adjustment knob

This knob adjusts a preselected item.

For details on selecting the item of the assignable adjustment knob, see page 46.

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a Camera number/tally display window

This window displays an amber number for the camera controlled by the control panel. When a red tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in red. When a green tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in green. When both red and green tally signals are simultaneously sent, the left half of the background lights in red, and the right half lights in green.

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b IRIS/MB ACTIVE (iris/master black active) button

This button is for the iris and master black control permission. The iris and master black can only be adjusted when this button is lit. Pressing the PANEL ACTIVE button also causes this button to light.

c SENS (iris adjustment range) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris in absolute value mode. It does not work in relative value mode.

d COARSE (iris coarse adjustment) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 23).

e IRIS RELATIVE button

This button changes the manual adjustment mode of the IRIS control lever. Relative value mode is enabled when the button is lit, and absolute value mode is enabled when the button is not lit.

f IRIS display window

This window displays the iris setting as an F number. If the lens is closed, “CLS” is displayed.

g Master black display window

This window displays the master black setting value.

h MASTER BLACK RELATIVE button

This button changes the manual adjustment mode of the master black control ring. Relative value mode is enabled when the button is lit, and absolute value mode is enabled when the button is not lit.

i Iris indicators

The corresponding LED lights according to the iris setting. When the IRIS RELATIVE button is not lit, the indicators light dimly to display the upper and lower limits of manual adjustment.

j IRIS control lever

This lever is for manually adjusting the iris of the lens when the AUTO IRIS button is not lit. When the AUTO IRIS button is lit, you can finely adjust the reference value for auto adjustment of the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 23).

k Master black control ring

This ring is for manually adjusting the master black. The setting value is displayed in the master black display window.

l AUTO IRIS button

This button is for adjusting the iris automatically.

m EXT (lens extender) indicators EXT: Lights when the lens extender is used. D EXT: Lights when the digital extender function is turned ON.

Iris Adjustment Functions

Relative value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button lit)

IRIS knob Adjusts the iris in relative values.

A variable amount can be set. (See page 39)

COARSE knob Adjusts the iris in relative values within the full range

from OPEN to CLOSE.

SENS knob Does not function. Sets the upper limit for OPEN, referenced to the

Adjusts the iris within the variable range set by the SENS and COARSE knobs.

Sets the lower limit for the CLOSE side.

CLOSE value set by the COARSE knob.

Absolute value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button not lit)

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Adjustment block (RCP-1501)

1 White balance/black balance adjustment block

a ABSOLUTE button

This button changes the mode for manual adjustment using the WHITE, BLACK, FLARE, DETAIL, and assignable knobs between absolute value mode (lit) and relative value mode (not lit). In absolute value mode, a knob indication value becomes that setting value. In relative value mode, a knob indication angle and the setting value do not match. The relative value mode is selected automatically in the following cases.

• During power up

• When the active status of the panel has changed

• When in PARA or master/subordinate mode

• When auto setup (level, white, and black) finishes

• When a scene file is read

• When the adjustment mode is switched between flare balance and black balance by pressing the FLARE button

• When the controlled CCU/HDCU is changed with the RCP Assign settings

b WHITE (manual white balance) knobs

These knobs allow you to adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

c BLACK/FLARE (manual black balance/flare balance)

knobs

These knobs adjust the black balance when the FLARE button is not lit, and the flare balance when the FLARE button is lit. They adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

d FLARE (flare balance mode) button

This button changes the adjustment mode of the BLACK/ FLARE knobs. The knobs adjust the flare balance when the button is lit, and the black balance when the button is not lit.

e DETAIL knob

This knob adjusts the detail level.

f Assignable adjustment knob

This knob adjusts a preselected item.

For details on selecting the item of the assignable adjustment knob, see page 46.

2 Iris/master control black adjustment block

a IRIS/MB ACTIVE (iris/master black active) button

This button is for the iris and master black control permission. The iris and master black can only be adjusted when this button is lit. Pressing the PANEL ACTIVE button also causes this button to light.

b AUTO IRIS button

This button is for adjusting the iris automatically.

c IRIS RELATIVE button

This button changes the manual adjustment mode of the IRIS knob. Relative value mode is enabled when the button is lit, and absolute value mode is enabled when the button is not lit.

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d Camera number/tally display window

This window displays an amber number for the camera controlled by the control panel. When a red tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in red. When a green tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in green. When both red and green tally signals are simultaneously sent, the left half of the background lights in red, and the right half lights in green.

e SENS (iris adjustment range) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris in absolute value mode. It does not work in relative value mode.

f COARSE (iris coarse adjustment) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 23).

g Master black display window

This window displays the master black setting value.

h IRIS display window

This window displays the iris setting as an F number. If the lens is closed, “CLS” is displayed.

Iris Adjustment Functions

i MASTER BLACK knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the master black. The setting value is displayed in the master black display window.

j EXT (lens extender) indicators EXT: Lights when the lens extender is used. D EXT: Lights when the digital extender function is turned ON.

k IRIS knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris of the lens when the AUTO button is not lit. When the AUTO IRIS button is lit, you can finely adjust the reference value for auto adjustment of the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 23).

l Iris gauge

The white marker line on the gauge provides a click position for the IRIS knob. If you turn the gauge to align the marker line with the most frequently used iris position, it can be used as a setting reference for the IRIS knob. The gauge rotates 360, so set the marker line so that it is outside the rotation range of the knob if you do not need a click position.

Relative value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button lit)

IRIS knob Adjusts the iris in relative values.

A variable amount can be set. (See page 39)

COARSE knob Adjusts the iris in relative values within the full range

from OPEN to CLOSE.

SENS knob Does not function. Sets the upper limit for OPEN, referenced to the

Adjusts the iris within the variable range set by the SENS and COARSE knobs.

Sets the lower limit for the CLOSE side.

CLOSE value set by the COARSE knob.

Absolute value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button not lit)

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Adjustment block (RCP-1530)

1 White balance/black balance adjustment block

a ABSOLUTE button

This button changes the mode for manual adjustment using the WHITE, BLACK, FLARE, DETAIL, and assignable knobs between absolute value mode (lit) and relative value mode (not lit). In absolute value mode, a knob indication value becomes that setting value. In relative value mode, a knob indication angle and the setting value do not match. The relative value mode is selected automatically in the following cases.

• During power up

• When the active status of the panel has changed

• When in PARA or master/subordinate mode

• When auto setup (level, white, and black) finishes

• When a scene file is read

• When the adjustment mode is switched between flare balance and black balance by pressing the FLARE button

• When the controlled CCU/HDCU is changed with the RCP Assign settings

b WHITE (manual white balance) knobs

These knobs allow you to adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

c BLACK/FLARE (manual black balance/flare balance)

knobs

These knobs adjust the black balance when the FLARE button is not lit, and the flare balance when the FLARE button is lit. They adjust the R, G, and B signals in order from left to right.

d FLARE (flare balance mode) button

This button changes the adjustment mode of the BLACK/ FLARE knobs. The knobs adjust the flare balance when the button is lit, and the black balance when the button is not lit.

2 Iris/master control black adjustment block

a Camera number/tally display window

This window displays an amber number for the camera controlled by the control panel. When a red tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in red. When a green tally signal is sent to the camera, a black number is displayed and the background of the number lights in green. When both red and green tally signals are simultaneously sent, the left half of the background lights in red, and the right half lights in green.

b EXT (lens extender) indicators EXT: Lights when the lens extender is used. D EXT: Lights when the digital extender function is turned ON.

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c SENS (iris adjustment range) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris in absolute value mode. It does not work in relative value mode.

m Master black control ring

This ring is for manually adjusting the master black. The setting value is displayed in the master black display window.

d COARSE (iris coarse adjustment) knob

This knob is for manually adjusting the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 23).

e AUTO IRIS button

This button is for adjusting the iris automatically.

f IRIS/MB ACTIVE (iris/master black active) button

This button is for the iris and master black control permission. The iris and master black can only be adjusted when this button is lit. Pressing the PANEL ACTIVE button also causes this button to light.

g IRIS display window

This window displays the iris setting as an F number. If the lens is closed, “CLS” is displayed.

h IRIS RELATIVE button

This button changes the manual adjustment mode of the IRIS control lever. Relative value mode is enabled when the button is lit, and absolute value mode is enabled when the button is not lit.

i Master black display window

This window displays the master black setting value.

j MASTER BLACK RELATIVE button

This button changes the manual adjustment mode of the master black control ring. Relative value mode is enabled when the button is lit, and absolute value mode is enabled when the button is not lit.

3 “Memory Stick Duo” insertion block

a Access indicator

This indicates the status of a “Memory Stick Duo.”

Indication Meaning or measure

Off A “Memory Stick Duo” is not inserted.

Lit in green A “Memory Stick Duo” is inserted.

Lit in red Data is being read or written. The data cannot be

guaranteed if you eject the “Memory Stick Duo” in this state (be careful because all of the data may be lost).

b “Memory Stick Duo” slot

This slot allows you to use a “Memory Stick Duo.” You can save or read various files.

For details on handling a “Memory Stick Duo,” see “About “Memory Stick Duo”” (page 79).

k Iris indicators

The corresponding LED lights according to the iris setting. When the IRIS RELATIVE button is not lit, the indicators light dimly to display the upper and lower limits of manual adjustment.

l IRIS control lever

This lever is for manually adjusting the iris of the lens when the AUTO IRIS button is not lit. When the AUTO IRIS button is lit, you can finely adjust the reference value for auto adjustment of the iris.

Also see the table “Iris Adjustment Functions”, (page 25).

Iris Adjustment Functions

Relative value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button lit)

IRIS knob Adjusts the iris in relative values.

A variable amount can be set. (See page 39)

COARSE knob Adjusts the iris in relative values within the full range

from OPEN to CLOSE.

SENS knob Does not function. Sets the upper limit for OPEN, referenced to the

Adjusts the iris within the variable range set by the SENS and COARSE knobs.

Sets the lower limit for the CLOSE side.

CLOSE value set by the COARSE knob.

Absolute value mode

(IRIS RELATIVE button not lit)

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Panel control/status display block (RCP-1500)

a PANEL ACTIVE button

This button is for the control permission. It also serves as a function for preventing unintentional operation because a camera cannot be controlled from this control panel when this button and the PARA button are not lit.

b NETWORK indicator

This indicates the status of the network connection.

Lighting state Meaning

On Connected to a control device.

Flashing A control device cannot be found.

Off Cannot connect to the camera network.

Alternatively, the mode is LEGACY.

c ALARM indicator

This lights red when a system error occurs and the selfdiagnosis function is operating on the camera head or CCU/ HDCU.

d PREVIEW button

This button is for outputting preview key signals from the EXT I/O connector.

e CABLE indicator

This indicates the communication state of the camera head and CCU.

Lighting state Meaning

On (green) The reception state is good.

On (yellow) The reception level is low.

On (red) The reception level is extremely low.

Off The power of the camera is off. Alternatively, a

communication error occurred.

f CALL button

This button is for communication. If it is pressed, the tally state for the camera or CCU changes, and a call signal is sent. Likewise, a call signal can be received from another device. When a call signal is sent (or received), this button lights and the call sound plays. The call sound can be selected in the menu.

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Sony RCP-1500, RCP-1501, RCP-1530 Operation Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Precautions

Overview

Features

Examples of System Configurations

Supported devices

Operating Cameras

Names and Functions of Parts

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