Sony SRG-300H Technical Manual

A-ES6-100-12(1)
HD Color Video Camera
Technical Manual
SRG-300H
2013 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Features ............................................................................. 3
Overview of Functions .................................................................. 10
Initial Settings and Preset ............................................................ 17
Mode Condition .............................................................................. 18
VISCA RS-232/RS-422 Commands ............................................ 23
IP Related Setting Command ..................................................... 33
SRG-300H Commands .................................................................. 35
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The 1/2.8 type Exmor CMOS camera (utilising
approximately 2 million valid pixels) allows for high­definition shooting with superior picture quality.
Adopts 30 times optical magnification, F1.6 high
power and luminous zoom lens.
By adopting its wide and dynamic range functions,
you can see the optimised shooting image which incorporates bright and dark subjects at the same time.
Adopts the industry standard RS-232 interface of
VISCA camera protocol in external communication. It is possible to operate from long distances by using both RS-232 and RS-422.
You can install the camera on ceilings due to the
functions of high-speed and wide range pan/tilt action and vertical image flip.
You can use the infrared remote commander to set
the camera and also to select panning, tilting and zooming from the setting menu.
You can store up to 16 kinds of camera direction and
camera status into the camera. In the case of the infrared remote commander, 6 kinds can be stored.
You can use the LAN cable for external
communication. This will make system construction easier.
The camera can be set for a variety of HD video
formats and has an HDMI interface terminal. The HDMI video interface is in widespread use.

Features

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Connection

HDMI cable (not supplied)
to HDMI VIDEO to HDMI input
VISCA cable (not supplied)
1)
to 12V
to VISCA RS-232 IN
to VISCA RS-232 OUT
LAN cable (not supplied)
to LAN to LAN
to VISCA RS-422
To VISCA IN of other SRG series (when connecting to more than one camera)
2)
to RS-232
Computer with LAN or serial communication interface, HD video monitor with HDMI input interface, etc.
AC power adaptor (supplied)
to AC outlet
Power cord (supplied)
1) When the camera is connected to a computer with a VISCA cable (cross type, RS-232), you can operate the camera with the computer. To obtain a cable, consult the dealer where you bought your camera.
2) For details on how to connect using VISCA RS-422, see page 57.
3) For details on the VISCA over IP connection using LAN cable, see page 29.
Notes
Use only the AC power adaptor (JEITA type4)
supplied with the unit. Do not use any other AC power adaptor.
Polarity of the plug
You have to set the video format of the signal to be
output from the camera. For detailed information on how to set the video format, see “
SYSTEM
SELECT switch” on page 8.
Do not make VISCA RS-232 and RS-422 connections
at the same time, as this may cause malfunctions.
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System Configuration

The SRG-300H has various system configuration capabilities using optional products. This section describes three typical system examples with the required components and the main usage of each system.
Operating a SRG-300H Using the Supplied Infrared Remote Commander
This system allows you:
To operate the camera readily from a short distance
System configuration
SRG-300H
HD video monitor
Infrared Remote Commander (supplied)
Video signal
Signal flow
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System Configuration
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Operating a SRG-300H Using the RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller
This system allows you:
To perform pan/tilt and zoom operations using the joystick of the IP remote controller, and to perform the Preset operation using the button.
System configuration
HD video monitor
SRG-300H
RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller
Video signal
Remote Control (VISCA or LAN) signal
Signal flow
When Operating Multiple SRG-300H Cameras Using Multiple RM-IP10 IP Remote Controllers
System configuration
You can operate up to 112 cameras using five IP remote controllers.
The joystick of the IP remote controller allows comfortable pan/tilt and zoom operations.
System configuration
HD video monitor
SRG-300H
SRG-300H
SRG-300H
Video switcher
Video signal Remote control (LAN) signal
Signal flow
RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller
PC for the setting
Note
You cannot use the RS-232 and RS-422 connections when using the LAN connection.
Switching hub
RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller
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Camera

Locations of Controls

Front
Lens
This is a 30-magnification optical zoom lens.
Infrared remote commander sensors
These are sensors for the supplied infrared remote commander.
POWER lamp
Lights in green when the camera is connected to an AC outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor and AC power cord. Flashes in green when the camera receives an operation command from the supplied infrared remote commander. When the power is turned on, it takes about 15 to 30 seconds to display the image after the lamp lights.
STANDBY lamp
Lights in amber when the power is turned off using the infrared remote commander.
Rear
Infrared remote commander sensors
These are sensors for the supplied infrared remote commander.
IMAGE FLIP switch
Flips the image upside down. Normally set this to OFF when you use the camera. When the camera is attached to the ceiling, set this to ON. Turn off the unit before setting the IMAGE FLIP switch. Then, turn the power on by connecting the power adaptor, by VISCA CONTROL or the infrared remote commander. When you switch IMAGE FLIP, the preset setting is returned to the initial setting.
VISCA RS-422 connector
To communicate via RS-422, use this connector. Use the supplied VISCA RS-422 connector plug.
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Locations of Controls
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SYSTEM SELECT switch
Used for setting the video format of the signal to be output from the HDMI VIDEO connectors.
For details, see “Setting of the SYSTEM SELECT switch” (page
8).
HDMI video connector
Supplies the images as a HDMI video signal or DVI video signal.
IR SELECT switch
Select the camera number when you operate multiple cameras with the same infrared remote commander.
VISCA IN connector
Connect to a computer via an RS-232 interface. When you connect multiple cameras, connect it to the VISCA OUT connector of the previous camera in the daisy chain connection.
VISCA OUT connector
When you connect multiple cameras, connect it to the VISCA IN connector of the next camera in the daisy chain connection.
LAN connector (RJ-45 8-pin)
Connect to a switching HUB that is compatible with 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX using a LAN cable (category 5 or higher, shielded twisted pair). When a link is established, the green indicator lights, and it flashes during communication. While connected with 100BASE-TX, the yellow indicator also lights.
Note
For safety, when connecting the peripheral device, do not connect the connector that might have excessive voltage to this connector. Follow the Operating Instructions for the connection.
Bottom
BOTTOM switches
Used for LAN and VISCA CONTROL switching, RS-232 and RS-422 switching, 9,600 bps and 38,400 bps baud rate selection and IR signal output setting. For details, refer to the setting of the BOTTOM switches (page 9).
Tripod screw hole Fix-mounting screw holes
Setting of the SYSTEM SELECT switch
This switch allows you to select the video format of the signal to be output from the HDMI video connector.
SRG-300H
12 V connector
Connect the supplied AC power adaptor.
Reset switch
The reset switch is enabled only when the BOTTOM switch is set to the LAN connection. When you press down this switch with a pointed tip for about five seconds, the camera will reboot and only the setting relating to the IP will return to the factory setting.
Factory settings for IP
IP address: 192.168.0.100 Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0 Name: CAM1
Set this arrow to the desired video format.
Locations of Controls
Switch position Video format
0 1920×1080p/59.94 59.94 Hz system 1 No output 2 1920×1080p/29.97 3 1920×1080i/59.94 4 1280×720p/59.94 5 1280×720p/29.97 6 EDID — 7 VISCA CONTROL — 8 1920×1080p/50 50 Hz system 9 No output A 1920×1080p/25 B 1920×1080i/50 C 1280×720p/50 D 1280×720p/25 E No output — F No output
Notes
Be sure to set this switch before you turn on the power of the
camera. You can also set this switch in the standby mode of the camera. After completing the setting, turn on the power of the camera by connecting it to an AC outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor and AC power cord, by using the VISCA command or infrared remote commander.
Be sure to use a Phillips-head screwdriver when changing the
switch position. If you use a tool other than the designated screwdriver, the crossed groove may be damaged.
If the switch position is set to 1, 9, E and F (no output), the
POWER lamp and STANDBY lamp will both remain lit. In such cases, control via the infrared remote commander and VISCA communication is disabled.
If the switch position is set to 6 (EDID), the most suitable format
will be output automatically based on the resolution of the Video monitor to be connected.
If the switch position is set to 7 (VISCA CONTROL), you can
configure the video format via external communication.
Setting of the BOTTOM switches
To change the BOTTOM switch setting, select the BOTTOM switch with the power of this unit turned off (not including standby state), and then turn on the DC power. The setting cannot be changed after the power is turned on.
ON
OFF (Initial position)
VISCA/LAN switch
Select the communication method setting. Set to ON to use the LAN connection and set to OFF to use the VISCA CONTROL (serial control).
RS-232/RS-422 select switch (when using the serial
connection)
Set to OFF to operate the color video camera using the VISCA command via the RS-232 interface. Set to ON to operate it via the RS-422 interface.
Baud rate select switch (when using the serial
connection)
Set the communication speed in the VISCA CONTROL. ON: 38,400 bps OFF: 9,600 bps
IR OUT switch
Set to ON to enable output of the receiver signals, which are transmitted from the infrared remote commander via the VISCA IN connector (page 57), or set it to OFF to disable the output.
Switch 5 (Not used)
Be sure to set this switch to OFF.
Switch 6 (Not used)
Be sure to set this switch to OFF.
Switch 7 (Not used)
Be sure to set this switch to OFF.
Switch 8 (Not used)
Be sure to set this switch to OFF.
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Basic Functions

Basic Functions

Overview of Functions

Zoom
The SRG camera employs a 30× optical zoom lens combined with a digital zoom function; this camera allows you to zoom up to 360×.
• Optical 30 (F 1.6 to F 4.7)
Digital Zoom enlarges the center of the subject by expanding each image in both the vertical and horizontal directions. When the digital zoom is used, the resolution deteriorates.
You can activate the zoom in the following modes, all of which can be set using VISCA command.
Standard Mode Variable Mode
There are eight levels of zoom speed.
In these standard and variable modes, it is necessary to send Stop Command to stop the zoom operation.
Direct Mode
Setting the zoom position enables quick movement to the designated position.
Digital Zoom ON/OFF
Note
The digital zoom is enabled only when the Video Latency is set to NORMAL.
×, f = 4.3 mm to 129 mm
Focus
Focus has the following modes, all of which can be set using VISCA Commands.
• Auto Focus Mode
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.
The minimum focus distance is 10 mm at the optical
wide end and 1200 mm at the optical tele end.
- 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 AF mode activates for the pre-set time. Then, it stops. The initial value is set to 5 seconds.
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.
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• Manual Focus Mode
Manual Focus has both a Standard Mode and a
Variable Mode. Standard Mode focuses at a fixed rate of speed. Variable Mode has eight speed levels that can be set using a VISCA Command.
In these standard and variable 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 F000 (1 cm). Default setting: D000h (30 cm)
White Balance
White Balance has the following modes.
• 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 2500K to 7500K.
This mode is the factory setting.
• ATW
Auto Tracing White balance (2000K to 10000K)
• Indoor
3200K Base Mode
• Outdoor
5800K Base Mode
• One Push WB
One Push White Balance is a function that forcibly
captures the white color once the lighting conditions to illuminate the subject are set, enabling you to shoot the image in the conditions as they are set. By using this function, the natural color of the subject can be obtained without being affected by the surrounding lighting conditions. To set this mode, shoot the subject that you want to capture the white color and send the One Push White Balance Trigger.
The One Push White Balance data is lost when the
power is turned off. If the power is turned off, set One Push White Balance again.
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
Iris, Gain and Shutter Speed can be set automatically.
• Gain Limit Setting
The gain limit can be set at the Full Auto, Shutter
Priority, Iris Priority, Bright and Manual in the AE mode. Use this setting when image signal-to-noise ratio is particularly important.
• Shutter Priority
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 (F1.6 to Close, 14 steps), Auto Gain and
Shutter speed
• Manual
Variable Shutter, Iris and Gain
• Bright
Variable Iris and Gain (Close to F1.6, 14 steps and
F1.6 at 15 steps)
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 the slow shutter is set, the speed can be adjusted the slow shutter according to subject brightness. The picture output is read at a low rate from the memory. 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.
1)
• Manual WB
Manual control of R and B gain, 256 steps each
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MIN
MAX
AGC
CLOSE
OPEN
IRIS
Parameter 59.94/29.97
mode
15 1/10000 1/10000 14 1/6000 1/6000 13 1/4000 1/3500 12 1/3000 1/2500 11 1/2000 1/1750 10 1/1500 1/1250
0F 1/1000 1/1000 0E 1/725 1/600 0D 1/500 1/425 0C 1/350 1/300 0B 1/250 1/215 0A 1/180 1/150
09 1/125 1/120
08 1/100 1/100
07 1/90 1/75
06 1/60 1/50
05 1/30 1/25
04 1/15 1/12
03 1/8 1/6
02 1/4 1/3
01 1/2 1/2
00 1/1 1/1
50/25 mode
AE – Iris priority
The iris can be set freely by the user to 14 steps between F1.6 and Close. The gain and shutter speed are set automatically, according to the brightness of the subject.
Parameter
11 F1.6 0A F5.6
10 F2 09 F6.8
0F F2.4 08 F8
0E F2.8 07 F9.6 0D F3.4 06 F11 0C F4 05 F14
0B F4.8 00 CLOSE
Setting value
Parameter
Setting value
AE – Manual
The shutter speed (22 steps), iris (14 steps) and gain (15 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,” you can switch it to “Bright.”
Gain
IRIS curve
Gain curve
Dark Bright
Controlled by gain
Bright limit which controllable for this unit
Parameter Iris Gain Parameter Iris Gain
1F F1.6
1E F1.6
1D F1.6
1C F1.6
1B F1.6
1A F1.6
19 F1.6
18 F1.6
17 F1.6
16 F1.6
15 F1.6
14 F1.6
13 F1.6
12 F1.6
+43 dB
+39 dB
+36 dB
+33 dB
+30 dB
+27 dB
+24 dB
+21 dB
+18 dB
+15 dB
+12 dB
+9 dB
+6 dB
+3 dB
Controlled by IRIS
11 F1.6
10 F2
0F F2.4
0E F2.8
0D F3.4
0C F4
0B F4.8
0A F5.6
09 F6.8
08 F8
07 F9.6
06 F11
05 F14
00 CLOSE
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
0
dB
When switching from the Shutter Priority mode to the Bright mode, the shutter speed set in the Shutter Priority mode is maintained.
Defog mode
When the surrounding area of the subject is foggy and low contrast, the defog mode will make the subject appear clearer.
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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).
• About WD Set Parameter (Command: 8x 01 7E 04 00 0p FF)
p: WIDE D (Wide dynamic range mode) When MODE (exposure mode) is set to FULL
AUTO, the camera distinguishes light and dark areas in the same scene, adjusts the brightness for dark areas, and also controls the blown out highlights.
You can select the wide dynamic range mode
from among OFF, LOW, MID and HIGH.
(0: OFF, 1: LOW, 2: MID, 3: HIGH.)
Notes
• You can set the wide dynamic range mode when the WIDE D is set to FULL AUTO only.
• When the WIDE D is not set to OFF, the MODE setting is fixed at FULL AUTO.
• When changing the WIDE D, the luminance change of the screen occurs for a moment.
• When the change of exposure is big, the screen may stop for a moment.
• When the wide dynamic range mode is ON, false colors may appear in some parts of the image. This phenomenon is unique to wide dynamic range mode, and is not an indication of a camera malfunction.
• When switching wide dynamic range mode, images are shown at a maximum of 8 frames at the same time.
• When the intensity difference of the image is small, there is no difference in effect between MID and HIGH.
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. The reference brightness is 0.
Parameter Step
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
07 0 0 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
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.
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.
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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.
Gamma Mode
In this mode, the gamma can be set to ON/OFF. 0: Standard 1: OFF
Image Stabilizer
You can set this function to ON or OFF. When set to ON, you can obtain steadier images if vibration is present. This stabilizer is effective for vibration frequencies around 10 Hz. This function utilizes digital zoom; therefore, the angle of view and resolution of images may be affected. However, image sensitivity is retained. OFF: The image stabilizer function is not effective
operations.
ON: The image stabilizer function is effective
operations.
HOLD: The image stabilizer function is not effective
operations. (The same shift of field angle as ON can be used.)
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.
ICR (IR Cut-Removable) Mode
The IR Cut-Filter can be disengaged, by which the sensitivity in the infrared range is increased, allowing the camera to capture the image in darker area. When the auto ICR mode is set to ON, the image becomes black and white.
Color Gain
You can 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% (0h) to 200% (Eh) with 15 stages.
Color Phase
You can configure green, yellow, red, magenta, blue and cyan individually. The initial setting 0 degrees (7h) is adjustable between approx. 15 increments.
14 degrees (0h) to +14 degrees (Eh), in
Notes
• The image stabilizer function is not effective during pan/tilt operations. It may take some time for the image to stabilize after performing pan/tilt operations.
• If the image stabilizer function is enabled, it may take some time for the image to stabilize after turning on the power of the camera.
• Depending on the installation conditions, the image stabilizer may not be effective.
• When the image stabilizer function is set to ON or HOLD, the field angle is shifted to the direction in which the subject appears larger.
• The image stabilizer may not be effective in an installation environment where high frequency vibration is present. In this case, set the image stabilizer function to OFF.
• The image stabilizer function is enabled only when the Video Latency is set to NORMAL.
Auto Slow Shutter On/Off
When set to “On,” the slow shutter functions automatically when the light darkens. This setting is available only when the AE mode is set to “Full Auto.” The default setting is “Auto Slow Shutter Off.”
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
Dark Bright
AGC MAX
IRIS OPEN
Shutter 1/60 sec
ICR OFF ON
GAIN
ICR ON
IRIS
When Auto Slow Shutter is Off (initial setting)
When Auto Slow Shutter is On
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.
Picture Effect
It consists of the following functions.
Neg. Art: Negative/Positive Reversal
Black & White: Monochrome Image
PAN/TILT SLOW mode
When this function is set to ON, the PAN/TILT movement slows down, allowing you to easily shoot the subject that moves slowly.
Note
The low-speed motion image may appear to be shaking depending on the zoom factor.
Note
Depending on the information such as brightness, etc., in the ON/ OFF settings condition, a malfunction may occur when the subjects largely consisting of blue and green colors are taken.
Video Latency setting
When the Video Latency is set to LOW, the latency until the shot image is output from the camera is shortened.
Note
While it is set to LOW, the digital zoom and image stabilizer functions are disabled. The field angle may be narrowed by Video Format. The image distortion may be remarkable depending on the magnification.
Check for influence of installation environment on infrared remote commander operation
The supplied infrared remote commander may not operate, only occasionally, in the vicinity of the inverter lighting device. In this case, it is possible that the camera is installed in a place where the infrared remote commander cannot stably receive light due to the emission of light from the lighting device. In either the DC power or VISCA communication, it is judged whether or not the infrared remote commander is under the installation environment where it can receive signal during the initialization process performed after the power of camera is turned on. The result of this judgment can be obtained using the IR_ConditionInq command. (See page 41.) If the installation environment is judged to be unstable for operating the infrared remote commander, try to take such measures as to install this unit in a place away from the lighting device having the influence, and so on.
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Others
STANDBY
Sends the power off command. Or when the power is turned off using the infrared remote commander, the camera becomes STANDBY state. In the STANDBY state, the camera can accept only the VISCA Commands and the POWER ON of the infrared remote commander, and the video signal output and other operations are stopped.
I/F Clear
Clears the Command buffer of the camera. The buffer is cleared even during the power on state using the control software.
Address Set
VISCA is a protocol, which supports a daisy chain of up to seven connected cameras via RS-232 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. Be sure to use the address set command to set the address whenever a camera is connected for the first time.
The settings stored using this function are recalled when the power is turned on.
For setting items, see the “Initial Settings and Preset” section on page 17.
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.
Memory (Preset)
Using the preset function, 16 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.
Pan/Tilt Position
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
Auto Slow Shutter On/Off
White Balance Mode
R/B Gain
Aperture Control
ICR On/Off
WD Parameter
Defog On/Off
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Initial Settings and Preset

• The initial values are the factory settings.
• When the power is turned on, this unit starts operation with the settings stored in preset 1.
• In “Preset 1 to 16”, the items that are preserved even after the power from the camera is turned off are indicated by a circle (
• When you send the CAM Memory Reset command, or select and press one of POSITION1 to 6 while pressing the PRESET button using the infrared remote commander, the selected number is set as initial value.
• The preset 1 is the CAM Memory number “0” in the VISCA command. The preset 2 to 16 are the CAM Memory number “1 to 15” in the VISCA command.
Pan/Tilt Position Home position Pan/Tilt Limit Position Maximum range of movement Zoom Position Wide end D-Zoom On/Off Focus Position Focus Auto/Manual Near Limit Setting D000h (30 cm) AF Sensitivity AF Mode AF Run Time 5 sec AF Interval 5 sec WB Mode WB Data (Rgain, Bgain) One Push WB Data AE Mode Full Auto WD Mode Auto Slow Shutter Mode Shutter Position Iris Position Gain Position Bright Position Exposure Compensation On/Off Exposure Compensation Amount BackLight On/Off Aperture Level High Resolution Mode On/Off Picture Effect ICR On/Off Auto ICR On/Off Auto ICR Threshold Level Image Stabilizer On/Off/Hold High Sensitivity Mode On/Off Gamma 0:standard Defog On/Off NR Level Gain Limit Low-Illumination Chroma Suppress 2h (Middle) Color Gain 4h (100%) Color Hue 7h (0degrees) IR_Receive On/Off IR_Receive Return On/Off INFORMATION DISPLAY
A circle “” in this column signifies that the data is preserved. A cross “” signifies that the data IS NOT preserved.
), and the items that are not preserved are indicated by a cross ().
Mode/Position setting Initial settings Preset 1 Preset 2 to 16
 
On
Auto
Normal Normal
Auto
— —
Off Off
— — — —
Off
±0
Off
0Ah
Off Off Off Off
0Eh
Off Off
Off
3
On Off On
                                                                       
× ○ × ○ ×
Notes
• The execution of memory to the preset is limited.
• When turning the power off and on again, if you want to reflect the camera conditions and pan/tilt position that are set before the power is turned off, store the settings in POSITION1.
• The setting or deleting of memory to/from preset 1 takes approx. 2 seconds longer than other channels.
• In CameraID, the data is stored regardless of the preset.
• When ImageFlip is executed, all presets are reset to the initial value.
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Basic Functions
Power On
Command OnePushWB VideoFormatChange Pan-TiltReset
7)
Yes
OnePush WB
No
1)
the menu
7)
Yes
7)
During displaying
Yes
Power On
7)
Yes
No No No Yes
No No No Yes
No No No Yes
During displaying
3)
2)
1)
Power
Mode
Memory
7)
Yes
the menu
7)
Yes
Initializing
7)
IFC
Off
Yes
7)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
6)
4) 6)
6)
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
5)
IFC Initializing PanTilt PanTilt ABS PanTilt Rel ZoomDirect Focus Direct Recall
No No No Yes
No No No Yes
Yes No No Yes No Yes No Yes
Power
Off
No No No No No No No No No Yes
Mode

Mode Condition

Basic settings
Command
Address Set
CAM_Power Off
IR_Receive On/Off
IF_Clear Yes
CAM_Power On Yes No No Yes No Yes No Yes
IR_ReceiveReturn On/Off
CAM_VersionInq Yes Yes Yes
CAM_PowerInq Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
InquiryCommand No No No Yes
and stops at the Home position, until the video signal is output. Or the period from the time the CAM Power ON command is sent, until Completion is returned.
1) DC power is being supplied, but the camera has been turned off by a VISCA command.
2) The period from the time IF Clear is sent, until the Reply Packet is returned.
3) The period from the time DC power is turned on or the camera is turned on via a VISCA command, and the camera subsequently finishes the pan/tilt reset operation
4) The camera does not receive the operation sent from the Infrared Remote Commander.
5) Commands can be executed after the pan/tilt movement has been started. Before that, camera movement may be inconsistent.
6) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.
7) Although the command is received, it is not executed.
Output settings
Command
CAM_LowLatency No No No No No No No No No No No
CAM_VideoFormatChange
(Execution of the VISCA command
from user during the VISCA mode)
1) The Video Format state of MENU is not updated. Close MENU once, and then display it again. Other commands are not received during the execution of Format Change and Low Latency.
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