A-ES6-100-12(1)

HD Color Video Camera

Technical Manual

SRG-300H
 2013 Sony Corporation
Table of Contents
Features.............................................................................. 3

Connection......................................................................... 4

System Configuration....................................................... 5

Locations of Controls........................................................ 7

Basic Functions................................................................10
Overview of Functions................................................................... 10
Initial Settings and Preset............................................................. 17
Mode Condition............................................................................... 18

Command List..................................................................23
VISCA RS-232/RS-422 Commands............................................. 23
IP Related Setting Command...................................................... 33
SRG-300H Commands................................................................... 35

Specifications..................................................................53

Precautions......................................................................59


 Features

 The 1/2.8 type Exmor CMOS camera (utilising

approximately 2 million valid pixels) allows for high-
definition 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.


 Connection

HDMI cable (not supplied)

to HDMI VIDEO to HDMI input

VISCA cable (not supplied) 1)

to VISCA RS-232 IN
to RS-232

to VISCA RS-232 OUT To VISCA IN of other

SRG series (when
connecting to more
than one camera)
LAN cable (not supplied)
Computer with LAN or
to LAN to LAN serial communication
interface, HD video
monitor with HDMI
input interface, etc.

to VISCA RS-422 2)

AC power adaptor (supplied)

to AC outlet

to 12V
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
 You have to set the video format of the signal to be
 Use only the AC power adaptor (JEITA type4) output from the camera. For detailed information on
supplied with the unit. Do not use any other AC how to set the video format, see “ SYSTEM
power adaptor. SELECT switch” on page 8.
 Do not make VISCA RS-232 and RS-422 connections
at the same time, as this may cause malfunctions.
Polarity of the plug


 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

Video signal
Infrared Remote Commander Signal flow
(supplied)


 System Configuration

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
Video switcher

Video signal
Remote control (LAN) signal
, Signal flow
SRG-300H

RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller

PC for the setting

Switching hub
RM-IP10 IP Remote Controller

Note
You cannot use the RS-232 and RS-422 connections when using the LAN connection.


 Locations of Controls

Camera
Front Rear

   

 Lens
This is a 30-magnification optical zoom lens.
 Infrared remote commander sensors
These are sensors for the supplied infrared remote  Infrared remote commander sensors
commander. These are sensors for the supplied infrared remote
commander.
 POWER lamp
Lights in green when the camera is connected to an AC  IMAGE FLIP switch
outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor and AC power Flips the image upside down. Normally set this to OFF when
cord. you use the camera. When the camera is attached to the
Flashes in green when the camera receives an operation ceiling, set this to ON. Turn off the unit before setting the
command from the supplied infrared remote commander. IMAGE FLIP switch. Then, turn the power on by
When the power is turned on, it takes about 15 to 30 connecting the power adaptor, by VISCA CONTROL or the
seconds to display the image after the lamp lights. infrared remote commander. When you switch IMAGE
FLIP, the preset setting is returned to the initial setting.
 STANDBY lamp  VISCA RS-422 connector
Lights in amber when the power is turned off using the To communicate via RS-422, use this connector.
infrared remote commander. Use the supplied VISCA RS-422 connector plug.


 Locations of Controls

 SYSTEM SELECT switch Bottom

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  BOTTOM switches
When you connect multiple cameras, connect it to the Used for LAN and VISCA CONTROL switching, RS-232
VISCA IN connector of the next camera in the daisy chain and RS-422 switching, 9,600 bps and 38,400 bps baud rate
connection. selection and IR signal output setting.
 LAN connector (RJ-45 8-pin) For details, refer to the setting of the BOTTOM switches
Connect to a switching HUB that is compatible with (page 9).
10BASE-T/100BASE-TX using a LAN cable (category 5 or  Tripod screw hole
higher, shielded twisted pair).
 Fix-mounting screw holes
When a link is established, the green indicator lights, and it
flashes during communication. While connected with
100BASE-TX, the yellow indicator also lights. Setting of the SYSTEM SELECT switch
This switch allows you to select the video format of the
Note signal to be output from the HDMI video connector.
For safety, when connecting the peripheral device, do not SRG-300H
connect the connector that might have excessive voltage to this
connector. Follow the Operating Instructions for the
connection.
 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 Set this arrow to the
desired video format.
Subnet mask: 255.255.255.0
Name: CAM1


 Locations of Controls

Setting of the BOTTOM switches

Switch position Video format
0 1920×1080p/59.94 59.94 Hz system
To change the BOTTOM switch setting, select the
1 No output
BOTTOM switch with the power of this unit turned off
2 1920×1080p/29.97
(not including standby state), and then turn on the DC
3 1920×1080i/59.94 power. The setting cannot be changed after the power
4 1280×720p/59.94 is turned on.
5 1280×720p/29.97
6 EDID —
7 VISCA CONTROL —
8 1920×1080p/50 50 Hz system ON

9 No output OFF
A 1920×1080p/25 (Initial position)
B 1920×1080i/50
C 1280×720p/50
D 1280×720p/25  VISCA/LAN switch
E No output — Select the communication method setting.
F No output — Set to ON to use the LAN connection and set to OFF to use
the VISCA CONTROL (serial control).
Notes
 RS-232/RS-422 select switch (when using the serial
 Be sure to set this switch before you turn on the power of the
connection)
camera. You can also set this switch in the standby mode of the
Set to OFF to operate the color video camera using the
camera. After completing the setting, turn on the power of the
VISCA command via the RS-232 interface. Set to ON to
camera by connecting it to an AC outlet using the supplied AC
operate it via the RS-422 interface.
power adaptor and AC power cord, by using the VISCA
command or infrared remote commander.  Baud rate select switch (when using the serial
 Be sure to use a Phillips-head screwdriver when changing the connection)
switch position. If you use a tool other than the designated Set the communication speed in the VISCA CONTROL.
screwdriver, the crossed groove may be damaged. ON: 38,400 bps
 If the switch position is set to 1, 9, E and F (no output), the OFF: 9,600 bps
POWER lamp and STANDBY lamp will both remain lit. In such
 IR OUT switch
cases, control via the infrared remote commander and VISCA
Set to ON to enable output of the receiver signals, which are
communication is disabled.
transmitted from the infrared remote commander via the
 If the switch position is set to 6 (EDID), the most suitable format
VISCA IN connector (page 57), or set it to OFF to disable
will be output automatically based on the resolution of the Video
the output.
monitor to be connected.
 If the switch position is set to 7 (VISCA CONTROL), you can  Switch 5 (Not used)
configure the video format via external communication. 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.


 Basic Functions

Basic Functions

Overview of Functions Focus

Focus has the following modes, all of which can be set
using VISCA Commands.
Zoom
• Auto Focus Mode
The SRG camera employs a 30× optical zoom lens The Auto Focus (AF) function automatically adjusts
combined with a digital zoom function; this camera the focus position to maximise the high frequency
allows you to zoom up to 360×. content of the picture in a center measurement area,
taking into consideration the high luminance and
• Optical 30×, f = 4.3 mm to 129 mm strong contrast components.
(F 1.6 to F 4.7) The minimum focus distance is 10 mm at the optical
wide end and 1200 mm at the optical tele end.
Digital Zoom enlarges the center of the subject by
expanding each image in both the vertical and - Normal AF Mode
horizontal directions. When the digital zoom is used, This is the normal mode for AF operations.
the resolution deteriorates. - Interval AF Mode
The mode used for AF movements carried out at
You can activate the zoom in the following modes, all particular intervals. The time intervals for AF
of which can be set using VISCA command. movements and for the timing of the stops can be
set in one-second increments using the Set Time
Standard Mode Command. The initial value for both is set to five
Variable Mode seconds.
There are eight levels of zoom speed. - Zoom Trigger Mode
In these standard and variable modes, it is necessary to send When the zoom is changed, the AF mode activates
Stop Command to stop the zoom operation. for the pre-set time. Then, it stops. The initial
value is set to 5 seconds.
Direct Mode AF sensitivity can be set to either Normal or Low.
Setting the zoom position enables quick - Normal
movement to the designated position. Reaches the highest focus speed quickly. Use this
Digital Zoom ON/OFF when shooting a subject that moves frequently.
Note Usually, this is the most appropriate mode.
The digital zoom is enabled only when the Video - Low
Latency is set to NORMAL. 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 Automatic Exposure Mode

Manual Focus has both a Standard Mode and a
Variable Mode. Standard Mode focuses at a fixed rate A variety of AE functions are available for optimal
of speed. Variable Mode has eight speed levels that output of subjects in lighting conditions that range
can be set using a VISCA Command. from low to high.
In these standard and variable modes, it is necessary to send Stop • Full Auto
Command to stop the zoom operation. Iris, Gain and Shutter Speed can be set automatically.
• Gain Limit Setting
• One Push Trigger Mode The gain limit can be set at the Full Auto, Shutter
When a Trigger Command is sent, the lens moves to Priority, Iris Priority, Bright and Manual in the AE
adjust the focus for the subject. The focus lens then mode. Use this setting when image signal-to-noise
holds that position until the next Trigger Command is ratio is particularly important.
input.
• Shutter Priority 1)
• Infinity Mode Variable Shutter Speed, Auto Iris and Gain
The lens is forcibly moved to a position suitable for an (1/1 to 1/10,000 sec., 16 high-speed shutter speeds
unlimited distance. plus 6 low-speed shutter speeds)
1) Flicker can be eliminated by setting shutter to
• Near Limit Mode
 1/100s for NTSC models used in countries with a 50 Hz
Can be set in a range from 1000 (∞) to F000 (1 cm).
power supply frequency
Default setting: D000h (30 cm)  1/120s for PAL models used in countries with a 60 Hz power
supply frequency

White Balance • Iris Priority

Variable Iris (F1.6 to Close, 14 steps), Auto Gain and
White Balance has the following modes.
Shutter speed
• Auto White Balance
• Manual
This mode computes the white balance value output
Variable Shutter, Iris and Gain
using color information from the entire screen. It
outputs the proper value using the color temperature • Bright
radiating from a black subject based on a range of Variable Iris and Gain (Close to F1.6, 14 steps and
values from 2500K to 7500K. F1.6 at 15 steps)
This mode is the factory setting.
• ATW AE – Shutter priority
Auto Tracing White balance (2000K to 10000K) The shutter speed can be set freely by the user to a total
of 22 steps – 16 high speeds and 6 low speeds. When
• Indoor the slow shutter is set, the speed can be adjusted the
3200K Base Mode slow shutter according to subject brightness. The
• Outdoor picture output is read at a low rate from the memory.
5800K Base Mode AF capability is low.
In high speed mode, the shutter speed can be set up to
• One Push WB 1/10,000s. The iris and gain are set automatically,
One Push White Balance is a function that forcibly according to the brightness of the subject.
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.
• Manual WB
Manual control of R and B gain, 256 steps each

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Parameter 59.94/29.97 50/25 mode Gain

mode IRIS AGC
15 1/10000 1/10000
14 1/6000 1/6000 OPEN MAX
IRIS curve
13 1/4000 1/3500
12 1/3000 1/2500
11 1/2000 1/1750
Gain curve
10 1/1500 1/1250
0F 1/1000 1/1000
0E 1/725 1/600
0D 1/500 1/425 CLOSE MIN
0C 1/350 1/300
0B 1/250 1/215 Dark Bright
Controlled Controlled by IRIS
0A 1/180 1/150 by gain
09 1/125 1/120
08 1/100 1/100
07 1/90 1/75 Bright limit which controllable
for this unit
06 1/60 1/50
05 1/30 1/25
04 1/15 1/12
Parameter Iris Gain Parameter Iris Gain
03 1/8 1/6
1F F1.6 +43 dB 11 F1.6 0 dB
02 1/4 1/3
01 1/2 1/2 1E F1.6 +39 dB 10 F2 0 dB
00 1/1 1/1 1D F1.6 +36 dB 0F F2.4 0 dB
1C F1.6 +33 dB 0E F2.8 0 dB
AE – Iris priority 1B F1.6 +30 dB 0D F3.4 0 dB
The iris can be set freely by the user to 14 steps 1A F1.6 +27 dB 0C F4 0 dB
between F1.6 and Close. +24 dB 0 dB
19 F1.6 0B F4.8
The gain and shutter speed are set automatically,
18 F1.6 +21 dB 0A F5.6 0 dB
according to the brightness of the subject.
17 F1.6 +18 dB 09 F6.8 0 dB
Parameter Setting value Parameter Setting value 16 F1.6 +15 dB 08 F8 0 dB
11 F1.6 0A F5.6 15 F1.6 +12 dB 07 F9.6 0 dB
10 F2 09 F6.8 14 F1.6 +9 dB 06 F11 0 dB
0F F2.4 08 F8 13 F1.6 +6 dB 05 F14 0 dB
0E F2.8 07 F9.6 12 F1.6 +3 dB 00 CLOSE 0 dB
0D F3.4 06 F11
0C F4 05 F14
When switching from the Shutter Priority mode to the
0B F4.8 00 CLOSE
Bright mode, the shutter speed set in the Shutter
AE – Manual Priority mode is maintained.
The shutter speed (22 steps), iris (14 steps) and gain
(15 steps) can be set freely by the user. Defog mode
When the surrounding area of the subject is foggy and
AE – Bright low contrast, the defog mode will make the subject
The bright control function adjusts both gain and iris appear clearer.
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.”

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Wide Dynamic Range Mode (WD) Exposure Compensation

The Wide Dynamic Range mode is a function for Exposure compensation is a function which offsets the
dividing an image into several blocks and correcting internal reference brightness level used in the AE
blocked-up shadows and blown-out highlights in mode, by steps of 1.5 dB.
accordance with the intensity difference. It enables you The reference brightness is 0.
to obtain images in which portions ranging from dark
to light can be recognized, even when capturing a Parameter Step Setting value
subject with a large intensity difference that is backlit 0E +7 +10.5 dB
or includes extremely light portions. 0D +6 +9 dB
Images with wide dynamic range are produced by 0C +5 +7.5 dB
combining long-exposure signals (normal shutter) with 0B +4 +6 dB
the signals of the high-intensity portions obtained with 0A +3 +4.5 dB
a short exposure (high-speed shutter). 09 +2 +3 dB
08 +1 +1.5 dB
• About WD Set Parameter 07 0 0 dB
(Command: 8x 01 7E 04 00 0p FF) 06 −1 −1.5 dB
p: WIDE D (Wide dynamic range mode) 05 −2 −3 dB
When MODE (exposure mode) is set to FULL 04 −3 −4.5 dB
AUTO, the camera distinguishes light and dark 03 −4 −6 dB
areas in the same scene, adjusts the brightness 02 −5 −7.5 dB
for dark areas, and also controls the blown out 01 −6 −9 dB
highlights. 00 −7 −10.5 dB
You can select the wide dynamic range mode
from among OFF, LOW, MID and HIGH. High Resolution Mode
(0: OFF, 1: LOW, 2: MID, 3: HIGH.)
This mode enhances edges and produces higher
Notes
definition images.
• 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 Aperture Control
FULL AUTO.
• When changing the WIDE D, the luminance change of the screen Aperture control is a function which adjusts the
occurs for a moment. enhancement of the edges of objects in the picture.
• When the change of exposure is big, the screen may stop for a There are 16 levels of adjustment, starting from “no
moment. enhancement.” When shooting text, this control may
• When the wide dynamic range mode is ON, false colors may help by making them sharper.
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. Back Light Compensation
• When switching wide dynamic range mode, images are shown at a
maximum of 8 frames at the same time. When the background of the subject is too bright, or
• When the intensity difference of the image is small, there is no when the subject is too dark due to shooting in the AE
difference in effect between MID and HIGH. 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 Low-Illumination Chroma Suppress Mode

In this mode, higher sensitivity gain is applied as You can configure a chroma suppress mode for low-
standard gain increases, reaching a gain level at MAX illumination conditions. This can be useful when color
gain of up to 4x the standard gain. In such cases, noise is particularly noticeable in such conditions.
however, there will be a high volume noise in the Four levels (disabled and three levels) are available for
image. the low-illumination chroma suppress mode.

Gamma Mode ICR (IR Cut-Removable) Mode

In this mode, the gamma can be set to ON/OFF. The IR Cut-Filter can be disengaged, by which the
0: Standard sensitivity in the infrared range is increased, allowing
1: OFF the camera to capture the image in darker area.
When the auto ICR mode is set to ON, the image
becomes black and white.
Image Stabilizer
You can set this function to ON or OFF. When set to Color Gain
ON, you can obtain steadier images if vibration is
present. This stabilizer is effective for vibration You can configure the color gain. Use this setting when
frequencies around 10 Hz. This function utilizes digital bright color is particularly important.
zoom; therefore, the angle of view and resolution of The initial setting 100% (4h) can be set to range from
images may be affected. However, image sensitivity is approx. 60% (0h) to 200% (Eh) with 15 stages.
retained.
OFF: The image stabilizer function is not effective
Color Phase
operations.
ON: The image stabilizer function is effective You can configure green, yellow, red, magenta, blue and
operations. cyan individually.
HOLD: The image stabilizer function is not effective The initial setting 0 degrees (7h) is adjustable between
operations. (The same shift of field angle as approx. −14 degrees (0h) to +14 degrees (Eh), in
ON can be used.) 15 increments.

Notes
• The image stabilizer function is not effective during pan/tilt Auto ICR Mode
operations. It may take some time for the image to stabilize after Auto ICR Mode automatically switches the settings
performing pan/tilt operations. needed for attaching or removing the IR Cut Filter.
• If the image stabilizer function is enabled, it may take some time With a set level of darkness, the IR Cut Filter is
for the image to stabilize after turning on the power of the camera. automatically disabled (ICR ON), and the infrared
• Depending on the installation conditions, the image stabilizer sensitivity is increased. With a set level of brightness,
may not be effective. the IR Cut Filter is automatically enabled (ICR OFF).
• When the image stabilizer function is set to ON or HOLD, the Also, on systems equipped with an IR light, the internal
field angle is shifted to the direction in which the subject appears data of the camera is used to make the proper decisions
larger. to avoid malfunctions.
• The image stabilizer may not be effective in an installation Auto ICR Mode operates with the AE Full Auto setting.
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.”

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Camera ID
When Auto Slow Shutter is Off (initial setting)
The ID can be set up to 65,536 (0000 to FFFF). As this
AGC IRIS
Shutter 1/60 sec
will be memorized in the nonvolatile memory inside,
ICR MAX OPEN data will be saved.

GAIN IRIS Picture Effect

ICR ON SHUTTER
It consists of the following functions.
• Neg. Art: Negative/Positive Reversal
Dark Bright • Black & White: Monochrome Image
ICR OFF  ON

PAN/TILT SLOW mode

When Auto Slow Shutter is On
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.

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
Note
Depending on the information such as brightness, etc., in the ON/
While it is set to LOW, the digital zoom and image stabilizer
OFF settings condition, a malfunction may occur when the subjects
functions are disabled.
largely consisting of blue and green colors are taken.
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 The settings stored using this function are recalled

when the power is turned on.
STANDBY For setting items, see the “Initial Settings and Preset”
Sends the power off command. Or when the power is turned section on page 17.
off using the infrared remote commander, the camera
becomes STANDBY state. In the STANDBY state, the Note
camera can accept only the VISCA Commands and the Rewriting of memory is not unlimited. Be careful to avoid using the
POWER ON of the infrared remote commander, and the memory area for such as unnecessary tasks as rewriting the
video signal output and other operations are stopped. contents of the memory for every operation.

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.

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 (), and the items that are not preserved are indicated by a cross ().
• 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.
Mode/Position setting Initial settings Preset 1 Preset 2 to 16
Pan/Tilt Position Home position  
Pan/Tilt Limit Position Maximum range of movement  
Zoom Position Wide end  
D-Zoom On/Off On  
Focus Position —  
Focus Auto/Manual Auto  
Near Limit Setting D000h (30 cm)  
AF Sensitivity Normal  
AF Mode Normal  
AF Run Time 5 sec  
AF Interval 5 sec  
WB Mode Auto  
WB Data (Rgain, Bgain) —  
One Push WB Data —  
AE Mode Full Auto  
WD Mode Off  
Auto Slow Shutter Mode Off  
Shutter Position —  
Iris Position —  
Gain Position —  
Bright Position —  
Exposure Compensation On/Off Off  
Exposure Compensation Amount ±0  
BackLight On/Off Off  
Aperture Level 0Ah  
High Resolution Mode On/Off Off  
Picture Effect Off  
ICR On/Off Off  
Auto ICR On/Off Off  
Auto ICR Threshold Level 0Eh  
Image Stabilizer On/Off/Hold Off  
High Sensitivity Mode On/Off Off  
Gamma 0:standard  
Defog On/Off Off  
NR Level 3  
Gain Limit —  
Low-Illumination Chroma Suppress 2h (Middle)  
Color Gain 4h (100%)  
Color Hue 7h (0degrees)  
IR_Receive On/Off On ○ ×
IR_Receive Return On/Off Off ○ ×
INFORMATION DISPLAY On ○ ×
A circle “” in this column signifies that the data is preserved.
A cross “” signifies that the data IS NOT preserved.

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 settings
Mode Power On
Power
2) 3)
During displaying
Command Off1) IFC Initializing Memory Command OnePushWB VideoFormatChange Pan-TiltReset
the menu
Address Set Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
IF_Clear Yes7) Yes7) Yes7) Yes7) Yes7) Yes7) Yes7) Yes7)
CAM_Power On Yes No No Yes No Yes No Yes
CAM_Power Off Yes No No Yes No Yes No Yes
IR_Receive On/Off No No No Yes4) 6) No No No Yes
IR_ReceiveReturn On/Off No No No Yes6) No No No Yes
CAM_VersionInq Yes Yes Yes5) Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
CAM_PowerInq Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
InquiryCommand No No No Yes6) No No No Yes
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
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.
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
Mode Power On
Power
During displaying
Off IFC Initializing PanTilt PanTilt ABS PanTilt Rel ZoomDirect Focus Direct Recall OnePush WB
Command the menu
CAM_LowLatency No No No No No No No No No No No
CAM_VideoFormatChange
(Execution of the VISCA command No No No No No No No No No Yes1) No
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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 Zoom/Focus
Mode Power On
Power Off1) During displaying
Command IFC2) Initializing3) Zoom Direct Focus Direct AF ON Memory Recall
the menu
CAM_Zoom Tele/Wide/Stop [VISCA] No No No No Yes Yes Yes4) No
CAM_Zoom Tele/Wide/Stop
No No No No Yes Yes Yes4) No
[Infrared Remote Commander]
CAM_Zoom Direct No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes4) No
D-Zoom Limit No No No No Yes Yes Yes4) No
CAM_Focus Far/Near/Stop [VISCA] No No No Yes No No Yes4) No
CAM_Focus Far/Near/Stop
No No No Yes No No Yes4) No
[Infrared Remote Commander]
CAM_Focus Direct No No No Yes Yes No Yes4) No
CAM_Focus Mode (Auto/Manual) No No No Yes No Yes Yes4) No
CAM_Focus One Push Trigger No No No Yes No No Yes4) No
CAM_Focus Infinity No No No Yes No Yes Yes4) No
CAM_Focus Near Limit No No No Yes No Yes Yes4) No
AF Sensitivity Normal/Low No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes4) No
AF Mode Norm/Interval/Zoom No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes4) No
AF Activation Time/Interval Setting No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes4) No
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 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.
4) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.

White Balance
Mode Power On
1)
Power Off White balance mode During displaying
Command IFC2) Initializing3) Memory Recall
Auto Indoor Outdoor One Push Manual ATW the menu
CAM_WB Auto/Indoor/Outdoor/
No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes4) No
OnePhshWB/Manual/ATW
CAM_WB One Push Trigger No No No No No No Yes5) No No Yes4) No
CAM_WB R(B) Gain
No No No No No No No Yes No Yes4) No
Reset/Up/Down/Direct
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 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.
4) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.

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5) Commands are ignored during a One Push AWB operation.

 Exposure
Mode Power On
Exposure mode
Power Off1) Full Auto During displaying
IFC2) Initializing3) Full Auto Shutter Memory Recall
WIDE D Low/ Bright Iris Pri Manual the menu
Command WIDE D Off Pri
Mid/High
CAM_AE
Full Auto/Manual/Shutter Pri/ No No No Yes No Yes4) Yes Yes Yes Yes5) No
Iris Pri/Spot Light
CAM_AE Bright No No No Yes No Yes Yes No No Yes5) No
CAM_Slow Shutter Limit ON/OFF No No No Yes No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes5) No
CAM_Shutter Reset/Up/Down/Direct No No No No No No Yes No Yes Yes5) No
CAM_Iris Reset/Up/Down/Direct No No No No No No No Yes Yes Yes5) No
CAM_Gain Reset/Up/Down/Direct No No No No No No No No Yes Yes5) No
CAM_Bright/Up/Down/Direct No No No No No Yes No No No Yes5) No
CAM_ExComp On/Off No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes5) No
CAM_ExComp Reset/Up/Down/
No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes5) No
Direct6)
CAM_Backlight On/Off No No No Yes Yes No No No No Yes5) No
CAM_WIDE D Off/Low/Mid/High No No No Yes Yes No No No No Yes5)7) No
CAM_Defog No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes7) No
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 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.
4) Yes: Only when the camera changes to BRIGHT mode from Full Auto or SHUTTER Pri mode.
5) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.
6) No: This is not allowed when EX-COMP is set to OFF.
7) This can be changed only when the exposure control mode is Full Auto.
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 Effect
Mode Power On
Power Off1) During displaying
Command IFC2) Initializing3) Memory Recall
the menu
CAM_Aperture Reset/Up/Down/Direct No No No Yes4) No
Display info. (ON/OFF) No No No Yes4) No
CAM_PictureEffect
No No No Yes4) No
OFF/Neg.Art/B&W
CAM_ICR ON/OFF No No No Yes4) No
CAM_AutoICR ON/OFF/Threshold No No No Yes4) No
CAM_HR ON/OFF No No No Yes4) No
CAM_NR No No No Yes4) No
CAM-ChromaSuppress No No No Yes4) No
CAM_ColorGain No No No Yes4) No
CAM_ColorHue No No No Yes4) No
CAM_Stabilizer No No No Yes4) No
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 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.
4) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.

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 Pan/Tilt
Mode Power On
Pan/Tilt normal status
Zoom Focus Pan/tilt movement Absolute Relative
Power Position
Initia- (Direct) (Direct) according to the Position Position Home execution Reset execution Memory Recall During
Off1) IFC2) detection
lizing3) command4) execution execution displaying
error
Transmit Infrare Remote Infrare Remote Infrare Remote Infrare Remote the menu
Command device Common Common VISCA VISCA VISCA VISCA VISCA VISCA
Commander Commander Commander Commander
Pan-tiltDrive Up/Down/ VISCA No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No Yes 10) Yes 8)
Left/ Right/UpLeft/
Infrare Remote
UpRight/ DownLeft/ No No No Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No No Yes 8)
Commander
DownRight
Pan-tiltDrive Stop VISCA No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No Yes
Pan-tiltDrive
VISCA No No No Yes Yes No No Yes No No No No No No No Yes 5) No
AbsolutePosition
Pan-tiltDrive
VISCA No No No Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No No Yes 5) Yes
RelativePosition
VISCA No No No Yes Yes No No No No Yes No No No No No Yes No
Pan-tiltDrive Home Infrare Remote
No No No Yes Yes No No No No No Yes No No No No No No
Commander
VISCA No No No Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No No Yes 5) Yes
Pan-tiltDrive Reset Infrare Remote
No No No Yes Yes No No No No No No No No No No Yes 5) Yes
Commander
Pan-tiltLimitSet LimitSet VISCA No No No Yes Yes Yes 9) Yes 9) No No No No No No No No Yes 5) No
Pan-tiltLimitSet 9) 9) 5)
VISCA No No No Yes Yes Yes Yes No No No No No No No No Yes No
LimitClear
Memory Set Common No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No
Memory Reset Common No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No No
VISCA No No No No 6) No 7) No No No No No No No No Yes Yes No No
Memory Recall Infrare Remote
No No No No 6) No 7) No No No No No No No No Yes Yes No No
Commander
Pan-tiltSetSlowPanTilt VISCA No No No Yes Yes Yes 9) Yes 9) No No No No No No No No Yes No
1) D C 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 and stops at the Home position, until the video signal is
output.
4) The pan/tilt operation works by Pan-tiltDrive Up/Down/Left/Right/UpLeft/UpRight/DownLeft/DownRight commands.
5) When the menu display is updating, operation is not possible.
6) Yes: while the camera operates in Tele/Wide zoom mode.
7) Yes: while the camera operates in Far/Near focus mode.
8) Yes: only for movements away from the direction where a position detection error has been recognized.
9) The setting is reflected after the drive has stopped.
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10) Although Ack/Comp is returned, the pan/tilt operation is not performed.
 Command List

Each VISCA equipment has VISCA IN and VISCA

VISCA1) RS-232/RS-422 OUT connectors.
Set the DTR input (the S output of the controller) of
Commands VISCA IN to H when controlling VISCA equipment
from the controller.
Use of RS-232/RS-422 control software based upon this Note
command list may cause malfunction or damage to When connecting in a daisy chain using this unit, set the VISCA/
hardware and software. Sony Corporation is not liable LAN switch, RS-232/RS-422 SELECT switch, and BAUD RATE
for any such damage. SELECT switch correctly.
In case that any device having different setting is connected in a
daisy chain, the devices do not operate correctly.
Overview of VISCA
Fig. 1 VISCA daisy chain connection
In VISCA, the device outputting the commands, for
example, a computer, is called the controller, while the
device receiving the commands, such as this unit, is VISCA Controller VISCA Equipment
called the peripheral device. In VISCA, up to seven
IN
peripheral devices can be connected to one
controller using communication conforming to the RS-
232/RS-422 standard. The parameters of RS-232/RS-
OUT
422 are as follows.
• Communication speed: 9600 bps/38400 bps
• Data bits : 8
• Start bit : 1
• Stop bit : 1 IN
• Non parity
Flow control using XON/XOFF and RTS/CTS, etc., is
not supported. OUT

Peripheral devices are connected in a daisy chain. As

shown in Fig. 1, the actual internal connection is a one-
direction ring, so that messages return to the controller
via the peripheral devices. The devices on the network IN

are assigned addresses.

The device address is assigned to each device on the
network. The address of the controller is fixed at 0. OUT

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1)
VISCA is a protocol developed by Sony for controlling a consumer’s camcorder. “VISCA” is a trademark of Sony
Corporation.
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VISCA Communication Specifications

VISCA packet structure
The basic unit of VISCA communication is called a packet (Fig. 2). 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 SRG assigned
address 1 from the controller (address 0) is 81h in hexadecimal. The packet sent to the SRG assigned address 2 is
82h. In the command list, as the header is 8X, input the address of the SRG to X. The header of the reply packet
from the SRG assigned address 1 is 90h. The packet from the SRG assigned address 2 is A0h.
Some of the setting commands for SRG can be sent to all devices at one time (broadcast)*. In the case of broadcast,
the header should be 88h in hexadecimal.
When the terminator is FFh, it signifies the end of the packet.
* The broadcast function is not available for VISCA over IP.

Packet (3 to 16 bytes)

Message (1 to 14 bytes) Terminator

Header

Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 FF

Sender’s
address
1 0 Receiver’s address 1 1 1 1 1 1 1 1
Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0 Bit 7 Bit 6 Bit 5 Bit 4 Bit 3 Bit 2 Bit 1 Bit 0
(MSB) (LSB) (MSB) (LSB)

Fig. 2 Packet structure

Note
Fig. 2 shows the packet structure, while Fig. 3 shows the actual waveform. Data flow will take place with the LSB first.

1 byte

Start Stop
Bit 0 Bit 1 Bit 2 Bit 3 Bit 4 Bit 5 Bit 6 Bit 7
bit bit.
(LSB) (MSB)

Fig. 3 Actual waveform for 1 byte.

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Timing Chart Responses for commands and inquiries

If two or more commands are to be sent successively,
 Acknowledge message
wait for a reply command (an Acknowledge or error
message for a general command, and an inquiry packet A message returned by this unit when it receives a
for an inquiry command) of the previous command to command. No Acknowledge message is returned for
be received before sending the next command. an inquiry, cancel, or device setting command.
 Completion message
Controller Peripheral devices A message returned by this unit when the execution
of command or inquiry is completed. In the case of
Command1
inquiry commands, reply data for the inquiry is
Acknowledge of contained after the 3rd byte of the packet. If the
Command1 Acknowledge message is omitted, the socket number
Completion of will contain 0.
Command2
Command1
Reply Packet Note
Acknowledge of Acknowledge X0 4Y FF Y = socket number
Command2
Completion (Commands) X0 5Y FF Y = socket number
Completion of Completion (Inquiries) X0 5Y ... FF Y = socket number
Command2
X = 9 to F: Address of this unit specified when the command or inquiry is
executed + 8.*
Be sure to wait for Acknowledge of * Locked to “X = 9” for VISCA over IP.
Command1 before issuing Command2.
 Error message
When a command could not be executed or failed,
an error message is returned instead of an
Command and inquiry Acknowledge message. In some commands (such as
zoom) in which the process is not completed
 Command immediately after the Acknowledge message, an
Sends operational commands to this unit. error message may be returned after an
Acknowledge message. When an inquiry command
 Inquiry
could not be executed or failed, an error message is
Used for inquiring about the current state of this returned instead of a completion message.
unit.
Error Packet Description
Command Packet Note X0 6Y 01 FF Message length error
Inquiry 8X QQ RR ... FF QQ1) = Command/Inquiry, X0 60 02 FF Syntax Error
RR2) = category code X0 60 03 FF Command buffer full
1)
QQ = 01 (Command), 09 (Inquiry) X0 6Y 04 FF Command canceled
2)
RR = 00 (Interface), 04 (camera 1), 06 (Pan/Tilter) X0 6Y 05 FF No socket (to be canceled)
X = 1 to 7: Address of this unit in the daisy chain* X0 6Y 41 FF Command not executable
* Locked to “X = 1” for VISCA over IP. X = 9 to F: Address of this unit specified when the command is executed
+ 8, Y = socket number*
For actual values to be sent, see Command Lists or * Locked to “X = 9” for VISCA over IP.
Inquiry Command Lists.

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Socket number VISCA Device Setting Command

This unit has two sets of sockets (buffers) for
Before starting control of this unit, be sure to send the
commands, so that up to two commands including the
Address command and the IF_Clear command using
commands currently being executed can be received.
the broadcast function.
When this unit receives commands, it notifies the
sender which socket was used, using the socket number
of the Acknowledge message. As each of the For VISCA network administration
completion message and error message also has a
socket number, you can identify which command has  Address*
ended.
When sending the commands continuously, be sure to Sets an address of a peripheral device. Use when
wait until an Acknowledge message or error message of initializing the network, and receiving the following
the first command is returned, then send the next network change message.
* Not available for VISCA over IP.
command. (Otherwise, it is impossible to identify to
which command the socket number belongs.)  Network Change*
Even when two sockets are being used, the device Sent from the peripheral device to the controller
setting commands and some inquiry messages can be when a device is removed from or added to the
executed. The Acknowledge message is not returned network. The address must be re-set when this
for these commands and inquiries, and only the message is received.
completion message of socket number 0 is returned. * Not available for VISCA over IP.

Packet Note
Command execution cancel Address 88 30 01 FF Always broadcasted.
Network Change X0 38 FF
To cancel a command which has already been sent, X = 9 to F: SRG address + 8
send a Cancel command as the next command.

Cancel Packet Note VISCA interface command

Cancel 8X 2Y FF Y = socket number
X = 1 to 7: Address of this unit in the daisy chain, Y = socket number*
 IF_Clear
* Locked to “X = 1” for VISCA over IP.
Clears the socket in the SRG.
Error message “Command canceled” will be returned When cleared, the operation currently being
for this command, but this is not a fault. It indicates executed is not guaranteed.
that the command has been canceled.
Command Packet Reply Packet Note
IF_Clear 8X 01 00 01 FF Z0 50 FF
IF_Clear (broadcast) 1) 88 01 00 01 FF 88 01 00 01 FF
X = 1 to 7: Address of this unit in the daisy chain (For inquiry packet) 2)
Z = 9 to F: Address of this unit that issued IF_Clear command +8 (For
reply packet) 3)
1)
The broadcast function is not available for VISCA over IP.
2)
Locked to “X = 1” for VISCA over IP.
3)
Locked to “X = 9” for VISCA over IP.

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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
(0001: Sony)
HHHH = Model ID
0513: SRG-300H
JJJJ = ROM revision
KK = Maximum socket # (02)
X = 1 to 7: Address of this unit in the daisy chain (For inquiry packet) 1)
Y = 9 to F: Address of this unit that issued the inquiry +8 (For reply packet) 2)
1)
Locked to “X = 1” for VISCA over IP.
2)
Locked to “Y = 9” for VISCA over IP.

VISCA Command/Acknowledge Protocol

Command Command Message Reply Message Comments
General Command 81 01 04 38 02 FF (Example) 90 41 FF (Acknowledge) Returns Acknowledge when a command has
+90 51 FF (Completion) been accepted, or Completion when a
90 42 FF 90 52 FF command has been executed.
81 01 04 38 FF (Example) 90 60 02 FF (Syntax Error) Accepted a command which is not supported or
a command lacking parameters.
81 01 04 38 02 FF (Example) 90 60 03 FF Could not accept the command as there are two
(Command Buffer Full) commands currently being executed.
81 01 04 08 02 FF (Example) 90 61 41 FF Could not execute the command in the current
(Command Not Executable) mode.
90 62 41 FF
Inquiry Command 81 09 04 38 FF (Example) 90 50 02 FF (Completion) Does not return Acknowledge.
81 09 05 38 FF (Example) 90 60 02 FF (Syntax Error) Accepted an incompatible command.
Command Cancel 81 22 FF 90 62 04 FF Returned when the command of the socket
(Example) (Command Canceled) specified is canceled. Completion for the
command canceled is not returned.
90 62 05 FF (No Socket) Returned when the command of the specified
socket has already been completed or when the
socket number specified is wrong.
Address Set 1) 88 30 01 FF 88 30 02 FF The device address number plus 1 is returned.
IF_Clear (Broadcast) 1) 88 01 00 01 FF 88 01 00 01 FF The same command is returned.
IF Clear 81 01 00 01 FF 90 50 FF (Completion) Acknowledge is not returned for this command.
(for device address 1) (Example)
1)
Not available for VISCA over IP.

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VISCA Camera-Issued Messages

Acknowledge/Completion Messages

Command Command Message Comments

Acknowledge z0 4y FF Returned when the command is accepted.
(y: Socket No.)
Completion z0 5y FF Returned when the command has been executed.
(y: Socket No.)
z = Address of device that issued the message + 8 (Locked to “z = 9” for VISCA over IP.)

Error Messages

Command Command Message Comments

Syntax Error z0 60 02 FF Returned when the format is different or when a command with illegal
parameters is accepted.
Command Buffer Full z0 60 03 FF Could not accept a command that is received while two commands are
currently being executed (two sockets have been used).
Command Canceled z0 6y 04 FF Returned when a command which is being executed in a socket
(y: Socket No.) specified by the cancel command is canceled. The completion message
for the command is not returned.
No Socket z0 6y 05 FF Returned when no command is executed in a socket specified by the
(y: Socket No.) cancel command, or when an invalid socket number is specified.
Command Not Executable z0 6y 41 FF Returned when a command cannot be executed due to current
(y: Socket No.) conditions. For example, when a command for controlling the manual
focus is received during the auto focus mode.
z = Address of device that issued the error + 8 (Locked to “z = 9” for VISCA over IP.)

Network Change Message*

Command Command Message Comments

Network Change z0 38 FF Issued when power is supplied to the camera.
* Not available for VISCA over IP.

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VISCA over IP
VISCA Controller VISCA Equipment

Overview of VISCA over IP

VISCA over IP allows you to control this unit from the
controller with the IP communication function via the
LAN by using VISCA.
You can connect up to 5 controllers simultaneously on
the network. VISCA Equipment

The communication specifications of VISCA over IP

are as follows: VISCA Controller

• Interface
RJ-45 10Base-T/100Base-TX (automatically
discrimination)
VISCA Equipment
• Internet protocol
IPv4
• Transport protocol
UDP
• IP address
Set by the IP card setting command Network

• Port address IP communication connection

52381
While the IP communication connection, the address
• Delivery confirmation/Retransmission control of each device cannot be set in the VISCA message as it
Depends on the application is because the controllers and peripheral devices that
are connected simultaneously are increased. In this
In this section, the device outputting commands, for case, addresses of the controllers and peripheral devices
example, a computer, is called the controller, and this that are set in the VISCA message are locked to 0 (for
unit and the devices connected to the same LAN are the controller) or 1 (for the peripheral device).
called the peripheral device. In the connection using
RS-232/RS-422, the controllers and peripheral devices For details of the IP address setting procedure, see “IP
are connected to a one-direction ring. On the IP Related Setting Command” (page 33).
communication connection, the controllers and
peripheral devices are connected by star type through a
LAN.

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Communication method of VISCA over IP • Address

Sets the address of the peripheral device, and does not
Communication method
return a reply to the controller. While using VISCA
VISCA over IP can process the VISCA communication
over IP, the address command is not sent from the
between the controllers and peripheral devices using
controller because a Network Change command from
the messages that can be identified on the LAN, and
the peripheral device that triggers sending command is
sends/receives them. Because of this, VISCA over IP is
not issued.
not concerned about the contents of the
communication between the controllers and peripheral • IF_Clear
devices. However, the VISCA communication sequence Sends the reply message to the controller after clearing,
is different, depending on the types, as follows. without using VISCA socket.

VISCA command • CAM_VersionInq

This is a command from the controller to the Sends the reply message to the controller, without using
peripheral device. VISCA socket.
When the peripheral device receives this command,
Acknowledge is returned. After completing command Format
processing, a completion notice is returned. This These are the specifications of the message header (8
command uses the socket of VISCA. The order of bytes) and payload (1 to 16 bytes).
completion notices may be changed if the multiple
Message (9 to 24 bytes)
commands are sent to the same peripheral device.
Message header Payload (1 to 16 bytes)
VISCA inquiry
This is an inquiry from the controller to the peripheral
device. Byte 8 Byte 9
When the peripheral device receives this type of
command, the reply for the inquiry is returned. This
command does not use the socket of VISCA. The order
of the replies is not changed if a multiple commands
Byte 0 Byte 1 Byte 2 Byte 3 Byte 4 Byte 5 Byte 6 Byte 7
are sent.

VISCA reply
This is an Acknowledge, completion notice, reply, or Payload type Payload length Sequence number

error reply from the peripheral device to the controller.

The classification for sending messages from the Message structure
peripheral device to the controller is common.
Note
VISCA device setting command The actual LAN out method is big-endian, LSB first.
This is the device setting command from the controller
to the peripheral device.
When the peripheral device receives this classifications
command, the peripheral device performs the function
depend on the command.

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Payload type
Stores the value (Byte 0 and Byte 1) of the following table on the payload division.
Name Value (Byte 0) Value (Byte 1) Description
VISCA command 01h 00h Stores the VISCA command.
VISCA inquiry 01h 10h Stores the VISCA inquiry.
VISCA reply 01h 11h Stores the reply for the VISCA command and VISCA inquiry,
or VISCA device setting command.
VISCA device setting 01h 20h Stores the VISCA device setting command.
command
Control command 02h 00h Stores the control command.
Control reply 02h 01h Stores the reply for the control command.

Payload length • Control command

Stores the number of bytes (1 to 16) of data is stored on The following are stored on the payload division of
the payload. the control command.

Example: When the payload length is 16 bytes. Name Value Description

Byte 2: 00h RESET 01h Resets the sequence number to
Byte 3: 10h 0. The value that was set as the
sequence number is ignored.
ERROR 0Fyyh yy=01: Abnormality in the
Sequence number
sequence number.
The controller stores the sequence number that is
yy=02: Abnormality in the
added every time a message is sent. If the sequence message (message type)
number reaches the limit, next value will be 0. The
peripheral device saves the sequence number in the • Controlled reply
message from the controller, and stores the sequence The following are stored on the payload division of the
number of the received message corresponding to the reply for the control command.
message sent to the controller.
Message Value Description
Payload Acknowledge 01h Reply for RESET.
Depending on the payload type, the following are
stored. Delivery confirmation
VISCA over IP uses UDP as a communications
• VISCA command protocol of the transport layer. Delivery of messages is
Stores the packet of the VISCA command. not guaranteed for the UDP communication. Delivery
• VISCA inquiry confirmation and retransmission should be performed
on the application.
Stores the packet of VISCA message.
• VISCA reply When the controller sends a message to the peripheral
Stores the reply for the command or inquiry device, wait until a reply for the message is received
(Acknowledge message, completion message, or error before sending the next message. You can confirm
message). delivery of messages by managing the time-out waiting
for a reply message sent.
• VISCA device setting command
Stores the packet of the VISCA device setting If time out occurs on the controller, loss of one of the
command. following messages is considered:
• Command
• Acknowledge message
• Completion message for the command
• Inquiry
• Reply message for the inquiry
• Error message
• Inquiry of the VISCA device setting command
• Reply message of the VISCA device setting command

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If time out occurs on the controller, you can infer the lost message and state of the peripheral device by
retransmitting the message using the same sequence number. The following table shows the received message and
status by retransmission of the lost message, and the reference of correspondence after retransmission for each case.
(Except for the case that a time out occurs for reasons other than loss of message.)
Lost message Received message for Status after retransmission Correspondence after retransmission
retransmission
Command Acknowledge message Command is performed by Continue processing.
retransmission.
Acknowledge message ERROR (Abnormality in the Command has been performed. If the result by the completion message is
sequence number.) If only the Acknowledge needed, retransmit by updating the
message is lost, the completion sequence number.
message returns.
Completion message for the ERROR (Abnormality in the Command has been performed. If the result by the completion message is
command sequence number.) needed, retransmit by updating the
sequence number.
Inquiry Reply message Inquiry is performed by Continue processing.
retransmission.
Reply message for the inquiry ERROR (Abnormality in the Inquiry has been performed. If the result by the reply message is needed,
sequence number.) retransmit by updating the sequence
number.
Error message Error message Command is not performed. If Eliminate the error cause. If normal reply
the error cause eliminates, returns, continue processing.
normal reply is returned.
(Acknowledge, reply message).
Inquiry of the VISCA device Reply message of the VISCA Inquiry has been performed by Continue processing.
setting command device setting command retransmission.
Reply message of the VISCA ERROR (Abnormality in the Inquiry has been performed. If the result by the reply message is needed,
device setting command sequence number.) retransmit by updating the sequence
number.
This unit has 2 sockets for the command to deal with advanced uses. When using VISCA over IP, up to 2
commands (including the current command) can be received. Depending on the message from the controller to the
peripheral device, there are some messages that do not need to guarantee delivery. However, the peripheral device
receives commands from multiple controllers while connected to VISCA over IP. If the multiple commands are sent
without waiting for the reply, the possibility of non-execution of the command and errors due to socket overflow
become high, because of limitations of order to receive commands or execution interval of command. It may reduce
the substantial efficiency.

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Timing chart
IP Related Setting
Controller
Command se
Peripheral device Command
q=100
The following commands are provided for setting the
Time out IP address and name of this unit.
No. Name Description
Command se 1 Setting Protocol: The controller inquires the
q=100
Inquiry network setting for the camera.
2 Setting Protocol: The camera replies according to
se q=100
Acknowledge Inquiry reply the inquiry from the controller.
q=100 3 Setting Protocol: The controller sets the network
Completion se
Network setting setting of the camera.
4 Setting Protocol: The camera replies according to
Network setting reply the network setting of the
controller.
Timing chart (loss of command)
The network setting of the IP card is performed as
communication sequence in the following.
Controller Peripheral device
Command se
q=100 1 Inquiry
The controller sends the inquiry packet to the
Time out broadcast address (255.255.255.255), specified port
se q=100
Acknowledge number (52380) of UDP. The IP card replies as the
q=100 inquiry reply packet.
Completion se

2 Network setting
Command se The controller sends the network setting packet to the
q=100
broadcast address (255.255.255.255), specified port
ERROR number (52380) of UDP. The receiving side sees the
in the se qu en ce nu mber) MAC address unit in the packet, and returns
(abnormality seq=100 Acknowledge as the network setting reply if it is the
request for the receiving side.
Command se
q=101

se q=101
Acknowledge
q=101
Completion se

Timing chart (loss of Acknowledge or completion message)

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Command Data
Inquiry 02
ENQ:network 1)

UDP FF
Broadcast address 03
(255.255.255.255)
Specified port number
(52380)
Inquiry reply 02
MAC:**-**-**-**-**-** 1)

UDP FF
Broadcast address MODEL:IPCARD 1)

(255.255.255.255) FF
Specified port number SOFTVERSION:**.**.** 1)

(52380) FF
IPADR:***.***.***.*** 1)

FF
MASK:***.***.***.*** 1)

FF
GATEWAY:***.***.***.*** 1)

FF
NAME:xxxxxxxx 1)

FF
WRITE:on 1)

FF
03
Network setting 02
MAC:**-**-**-**-**-** 1)

UDP FF
Broadcast address IPADR:***.***.***.*** 1)

(255.255.255.255) FF
Specified port number MASK:***.***.***.*** 1)

(52380) FF
GATEWAY:***.***.***.*** 1) 4)

FF 4)

NAME:xxxxxxxx 1)

FF
03
Network setting reply 02
ACK:**-**-**-**-**-** 2)

UDP “xxxx” 3)

Broadcast address FF
(255.255.255.255) 03
Specified port number
(52380)
1)
Uses the ASCII code.
2)
Uses the ASCII code. When the network setting has failed,
returns as ”NAK:**-**-**-**-**-**”.
3)
Uses the ASCII code. Returns by adding the detail message, if
necessary. There may not be it.
4)
When GATEWAY is not used, sends as “GATEWAY:0.0.0.0 FF”.

Note
A maximum of 8 characters including alphanumeric characters and
blanks can be used for the name.

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SRG-300H Commands
Execution Command List (1/4)
Command Set Command Command Packet Comments
AddressSet Broardcast 88 30 01 FF Address setting
IF_Clear Broardcast 88 01 00 01 FF I/F Clear
CommandCancel — 8x 2p FF p: Socket No. (=1or2)
CAM_Power On 8x 01 04 00 02 FF Power ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 00 03 FF
CAM_Zoom Stop 8x 01 04 07 00 FF Zoom Control
Tele (Standard) 8x 01 04 07 02 FF
Wide (Standard) 8x 01 04 07 03 FF
Tele (Variable) 8x 01 04 07 2p FF p=0 (Low) to 7 (High)
Wide (Variable) 8x 01 04 07 3p FF
Direct 8x 01 04 47 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Zoom Position
CAM_DZoom On 8x 01 04 06 02 FF Digital zoom ON/OFF5)
Off 8x 01 04 06 03 FF
CAM_Focus Stop 8x 01 04 08 00 FF Focus Control
Far (Standard) 8x 01 04 08 02 FF
Near (Standard) 8x 01 04 08 03 FF
Far (Variable) 8x 01 04 08 2p FF p=0 (Low) to 7 (High)
Near (Variable) 8x 01 04 08 3p FF
Direct 8x 01 04 48 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Focus Position
Auto Focus 8x 01 04 38 02 FF AF ON/OFF
Manual Focus 8x 01 04 38 03 FF
Auto/Manual 8x 01 04 38 10 FF
One Push Trigger 8x 01 04 18 01 FF One Push AF Trigger
Infinity 8x 01 04 18 02 FF Forced infinity
Near Limit 8x 01 04 28 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Focus Near Limit Position
AF Sensitivity Normal 8x 01 04 58 02 FF AF Sensitivity High/Low
Low 8x 01 04 58 03 FF
CAM_AFMode Normal AF 8x 01 04 57 00 FF AF Movement Mode
Interval AF 8x 01 04 57 01 FF
Zoom Trigger AF 8x 01 04 57 02 FF
Active/Interval Time 8x 01 04 27 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pq: Movement Time, rs: Interval
CAM_IRCorrection Standard 8x 01 04 11 00 FF FOCUS IR Correction setting
IR Light 8x 01 04 11 01 FF
CAM_ZoomFocus Direct 8x 01 04 47 0p 0q 0r 0s pqrs: Zoom Position
0t 0u 0v 0w FF tuvw: Focus Position
CAM_WB Auto 8x 01 04 35 00 FF Normal Auto
Indoor 8x 01 04 35 01 FF Indoor mode
Outdoor 8x 01 04 35 02 FF Out door mode
One Push WB 8x 01 04 35 03 FF One Push WB mode
ATW 8x 01 04 35 04 FF Auto Tracing White Balance
Manual 8x 01 04 35 05 FF Manual Control Mode
One Push Trigger1) 8x 01 04 10 05 FF One Push WB Trigger
CAM_RGain Reset 8x 01 04 03 00 FF Manual Control of R Gain
Up 8x 01 04 03 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 03 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 43 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: R Gain
CAM_BGain Reset 8x 01 04 04 00 FF Manual Control of B Gain
Up 8x 01 04 04 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 04 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 44 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: B Gain

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Execution Command List (2/4)

Command Set Command Command Packet Comments
CAM_AE Full Auto 8x 01 04 39 00 FF Automatic Exposure mode
Manual 8x 01 04 39 03 FF Manual Control mode
Shutter Priority 8x 01 04 39 0A FF Shutter priority Exposure mode
Iris Priority 8x 01 04 39 0B FF Iris priority Exposure mode
Bright2) 8x 01 04 39 0D FF Bright Mode(Manual control)
CAM_SlowShutter Auto 8x 01 04 5A 02 FF Auto Slow Shutter ON/OFF
Manual 8x 01 04 5A 03 FF
CAM_Shutter Reset 8x 01 04 0A 00 FF Shutter Setting
Up 8x 01 04 0A 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 0A 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 4A 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Shutter Position
CAM_Iris Reset 8x 01 04 0B 00 FF Iris Setting
Up 8x 01 04 0B 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 0B 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 4B 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Iris Position
CAM_Gain Reset 8x 01 04 0C 00 FF Gain Setting
Up 8x 01 04 0C 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 0C 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 4C 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Gain Position
AE Gain Limit 8x 01 04 2C 0p FF p: Gain Position (4 to F)
CAM_Bright Up 8x 01 04 0D 02 FF —
Down 8x 01 04 0D 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 4D 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Bright Position
CAM_ExpComp On 8x 01 04 3E 02 FF Exposure Compensation ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 3E 03 FF
Reset 8x 01 04 0E 00 FF Exposure Comp Amount Setting
Up 8x 01 04 0E 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 0E 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 4E 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: ExpComp Position
CAM_BackLight On 8x 01 04 33 02 FF Back Light Comp ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 33 03 FF
CAM_WD Off 8x 01 7E 04 00 00 FF Wide Dynamic Range Mode
Low 8x 01 7E 04 00 01 FF
Mid 8x 01 7E 04 00 02 FF
High 8x 01 7E 04 00 03 FF
CAM_Defog On 8x 01 04 37 02 00 FF Defog Mode
Off 8x 01 04 37 03 00 FF
CAM_Aperture Reset 8x 01 04 02 00 FF Aperture Setting
Up 8x 01 04 02 02 FF
Down 8x 01 04 02 03 FF
Direct 8x 01 04 42 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Aperture Gain
CAM_HR On 8x 01 04 52 02 FF High-Resolution Mode ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 52 03 FF
CAM_NR — 8x 01 04 53 0p FF p: NR Setting (0:OFF, Level1 to 5)
CAM_Gamma — 8x 01 04 5B 0p FF p: Gamma setting
0: Standard
1: OFF
CAM_HighSensitivity On 8x 01 04 5E 02 FF High Sensitivity mode ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 5E 03 FF
CAM_PictureEffect Off 8x 01 04 63 00 FF Picture Effect Setting
Neg.Art 8x 01 04 63 02 FF
B&W 8x 01 04 63 04 FF

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Execution Command List (3/4)

Command Set Command Command Packet Comments
CAM_ICR On 8x 01 04 01 02 FF Infrared Mode ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 01 03 FF
CAM_AutoICR On 8x 01 04 51 02 FF Auto Infrared mode ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 04 51 03 FF
Threshold 8x 01 04 21 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: ICR ONOFF threshold level
CAM_Stabilizer On 8x 01 04 34 02 FF Stabilizer ON/OFF5)
Off 8x 01 04 34 03 FF
Hold 8x 01 04 34 00 FF Stabilizer HOLD5)
CAM_Memory Reset 8x 01 04 3F 00 0p FF p: Memory number (=0 to F)
Set 8x 01 04 3F 01 0p FF
Recall 8x 01 04 3F 02 0p FF
CAM_IDWrite — 8x 01 04 22 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Camera ID (=0000 to FFFF)
CAM_ChromaSuppress — 8x 01 04 5F pp FF pp: Chroma Suppress setting level
00: OFF
1 to 3: ON (3 levels).
Effect increases as the level number increases.
CAM_ColorGain Direct 8x 01 04 49 00 00 0p 0q FF p: Color specification
q: Gain setting level
The range of p is from 0 to 6.
0 : master, 1 : magenta, 2 : red, 3 : yellow, 4 : green,
5 : cyan, 6 : blue
The range of q is from 0 to E.
The initial value is 4. Gain Up with 5 or more, Gain
Down with 3 or less.
CAM_ColorHue Direct 8x 01 04 4F 00 00 0p 0q FF p: Color specification
q: Phase setting level
The range of p is from 0 to 6.
0 : master, 1 : magenta, 2 : red, 3 : yellow, 4 : green,
5 : cyan, 6 : blue
The q is setting level of phase and the range is from 0 to
E.
The initial value is 7. Phase (+ direction) with 8 or more,
Phase (- direction) with 6 or less.
CAM_LowLatency6) Low 8x 01 7E 01 5A 02 FF Video Latency setting
Normal 8x 01 7E 01 5A 03 FF
SYS_Menu Off 8x 01 06 06 03 FF Erasing menu display
Video Format Change4) — 8x 01 7E 01 1E 0p 0q FF pq
(Video System Rotary 0 1920  1080p/59.94
Switch 7: only VISCA 2 1920  1080p/29.97
Control enabled) 3 1920  1080i/59.94
4 1280  720p/59.94
5 1280  720p/29.97
8 1920  1080p/50
A 1920  1080p/25
B 1920  1080i/50
C 1280  720p/50
D 1280  720p/25
Color System Set4) — 8x 01 7E 01 03 00 0p FF p
0 HDMI YUV
1 HDMI GBR
2 DVI GBR
3 DVI YUV

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Execution Command List (4/4)

Command Set Command Command Packet Comments
IR_Receive On 8x 01 06 08 02 FF Infrared remote commander reception ON/OFF
Off 8x 01 06 08 03 FF
On/Off 8x 01 06 08 10 FF
IR_ReceiveReturn On 8x 01 7D 01 03 00 00 FF For details of ON/OFF Reply of IR ReceiverReturn (a
Off 8x 01 7D 01 13 00 00 FF function to return Reply via VISCA communication
when a command is received from the remote
commander), see page 41.
Information Display On 8x 01 7E 01 18 02 FF Operation status screen display ON/OFF of One Push
Off 8x 01 7E 01 18 03 FF Trigger for CAM_Memor and CAM_WB
Pan-tiltDrive Up3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 03 01 FF VV7): Pan speed setting 0x01 (low speed) to 0x18
Down3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 03 02 FF (high speed)
Left3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 01 03 FF WW7): Tilt speed setting 0x01 (low speed) to 0x17
Right3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 02 03 FF (high speed)
UpLeft3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 01 01 FF YYYY: Pan Position DE00 to 2200 (CENTER 0000)
UpRight3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 02 01 FF ZZZZ: Tilt Position FC00 to 1200
(Image Flip: OFF) (CENTER 0000)
DownLeft3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 01 02 FF
Tilt Position EE00 to 0400
DownRight3) 8x 01 06 01 VV WW 02 02 FF
(Image Flip: ON) (CENTER 0000)
Stop 3)
8x 01 06 01 VV WW 03 03 FF
AbsolutePosition 8x 01 06 02 VV WW
0Y 0Y 0Y 0Y 0Z 0Z 0Z 0Z FF
RelativePosition 8x 01 06 03 VV WW
0Y 0Y 0Y 0Y 0Z 0Z 0Z 0Z FF
Home 8x 01 06 04 FF
Reset 8x 01 06 05 FF
Pan-tiltLimitSet LimitSet 8x 01 06 07 00 0W W: 1 UpRight
0Y 0Y 0Y 0Y 0Z 0Z 0Z 0Z FF YYYY: Pan Limit Position DE01 to 2200
LimitClear 8x 01 06 07 01 0W ZZZZ: Tilt Limit Position FC01 to 1200
07 0F 0F 0F 07 0F 0F 0F FF (Image Flip: OFF)
Tilt Limit Position EE01 to 0400
(Image Flip: ON)
W: 0 DownLeft
YYYY: Pan Limit Position DE00 to 21FF
ZZZZ: Tilt Limit Position FC00 to 11FF
(Image Flip: OFF)
Tilt Limit Position EE00 to 03FF
(Image Flip: ON)
Pan-tiltSet SlowPanTilt On 8x 01 06 44 02 FF Pan/Tilt Slow Mode On/Off
Off 8x 01 06 44 03 FF
1) After the ACK for One Push WB Trigger is issued, “Not Executable” is returned to all commands until the operation is completed.
2) Bright is set only in the mode of Full Auto or Shutter Priority.
3) Does not operate when the menu is displayed.
4) Do not turn off the power of this unit before the response to the command is returned.
In case that the power is turned off, the image may not be output correctly. In such case, try to execute the operation using the different
setting value once, and then execute the operation using the correct setting value.
5) When CAM_LowLatency is set to Low, “Not Executable” is returned.
6) Do not turn off the power of this unit before the response to the command is returned.
In case that the power is turned off, the setting may not be reflected correctly. In such case, try to execute the operation using the
different setting value once, and then execute the operation using the correct setting value.
7) When the PAN/TILT SLOW mode is set to ON, you can set up to 0x7F.
For details, refer to “VISCA Command Setting Values”.

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Inquiry Command List (1/3)

Inquiry Command Command Packet Inquiry Packet Comments
CAM_PowerInq 8x 09 04 00 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_ZoomPosInq 8x 09 04 47 FF y0 50 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Zoom Position
CAM_DZoomModeInq 8x 09 04 06 FF y0 50 02 FF1) D-Zoom On
y0 50 03 FF D-Zoom Off
CAM_FocusModeInq 8x 09 04 38 FF y0 50 02 FF Auto Focus
y0 50 03 FF Manual Focus
CAM_FocusPosInq 8x 09 04 48 FF y0 50 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Focus Position
CAM_FocusNearLimitInq 8x 09 04 28 FF y0 50 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Focus Near Limit Position
CAM_AFSensitivityInq 8x 09 04 58 FF y0 50 02 FF AF Sensitivity Normal
y0 50 03 FF AF Sensitivity Low
CAM_AFModeInq 8x 09 04 57 FF y0 50 00 FF Normal AF
y0 50 01 FF Interval AF
y0 50 02 FF Zoom Trigger AF
CAM_AFTimeSettingInq 8x 09 04 27 FF y0 50 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pq: Movement Time, rs: Interval
CAM_IRCorrectionInq 8x 09 04 11 FF y0 50 00 FF Standard
y0 50 01 FF IR Light
CAM_WBModeInq 8x 09 04 35 FF y0 50 00 FF Auto
y0 50 01 FF In Door
y0 50 02 FF Out Door
y0 50 03 FF One Push WB
y0 50 04 FF ATW
y0 50 05 FF Manual
CAM_RGainInq 8x 09 04 43 FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: R Gain
CAM_BGainInq 8x 09 04 44 FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: B Gain
CAM_AEModeInq 8x 09 04 39 FF y0 50 00 FF Full Auto
y0 50 03 FF Manual
y0 50 0A FF Shutter Priority
y0 50 0B FF Iris Priority
y0 50 0D FF Bright
CAM_SlowShutterModeInq 8x 09 04 5A FF y0 50 02 FF Auto
y0 50 03 FF Manual
CAM_ShutterPosInq 8x 09 04 4A FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Shutter Position
CAM_IrisPosInq 8x 09 04 4B FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Iris Position
CAM_GainPosInq 8x 09 04 4C FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Gain Position
CAM_GainLimitInq 8x 09 04 2C FF y0 50 0q FF p: Gain Limit
CAM_BrightPosInq 8x 09 04 4D FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Bright Position
CAM_ExpCompModeInq 8x 09 04 3E FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_ExpCompPosInq 8x 09 04 4E FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: ExpComp Position
CAM_BackLightModeInq 8x 09 04 33 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_WDModeInq 8x 09 7E 04 00 FF y0 50 00 FF Wide Dynamic Range Mode
y0 50 01 FF
y0 50 02 FF 00 FF : OFF
y0 50 03 FF 01 FF : LOW
02 FF : MID
03 FF : HIGH
CAM_DefogInq 8x 09 04 37 FF y0 50 02 00 FF Defog Mode On
y0 50 03 00 FF Defog Mode Off
CAM_ApertureInq 8x 09 04 42 FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: Aperture Gain
CAM_HRModeInq 8x 09 04 52 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_NRInq 8x 09 04 53 FF y0 50 0p FF p: NR Level
CAM_GammaInq 8x 09 04 5B FF y0 50 0p FF p: Gamma

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Inquiry Command List (2/3)

Inquiry Command Command Packet Inquiry Packet Comments
CAM_HighSensitivityInq 8x 09 04 5E FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_PictureEffectModeInq 8x 09 04 63 FF y0 50 00 FF Off
y0 50 02 FF Neg.Art
y0 50 04 FF B&W
CAM_ICRModeInq 8x 09 04 01 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_AutoICRModeInq 8x 09 04 51 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
CAM_AutoICRThresholdInq 8x 09 04 21 FF y0 50 00 00 0p 0q FF pq: ICR ONOFF Threshold level
CAM_Stabilizer ModeInq 8x 09 04 34 FF y0 50 02 FF1) On
y0 50 03 FF Off
y0 50 00 FF Hold
CAM_IDInq 8x 09 04 22 FF y0 50 0p 0q 0r 0s FF pqrs: Camera ID
CAM_VersionInq 8x 09 00 02 FF y0 50 00 01 mnpq: Model Code (0513)
mn pq rs tu vw FF rstu: ROM version
vw: Socket Number (=02) see page 27.
CAM_Stabilizer ModeInq 8x 09 04 34 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
y0 50 00 FF Hold
CAM_ChromaSuppresslnq 8x 09 04 5F FF y0 50 pp FF pp: Chroma Suppress setting level
CAM_ColorGainlnq 8x 09 04 49 FF y0 50 00 00 00 0p FF p: ColorGain setting 0h (60%) to Eh (200%)
CAM_ColorHueInq 8x 09 04 4F FF y0 50 00 00 00 0p FF p: ColorHue setting 0h (14 degrees) to Eh (+14
degrees)
CAM_LowLatencyInq 8x 09 7E 01 5A FF y0 50 02 FF Low
y0 50 03 FF Normal
SYS_MenuModeInq 8x 09 06 06 FF y0 50 02 FF ON
y0 50 03 FF OFF
Information Display 8x 09 7E 01 18 FF y0 50 02 FF ON
y0 50 03 FF OFF
VIDEO SystemInq 8x 09 06 23 FF y0 50 00 FF 1920  1080p/59.94
y0 50 02 FF 1920  1080p/29.97
y0 50 03 FF 1920  1080i/59.94
y0 50 04 FF 1280  720p/59.94
y0 50 05 FF 1280  720p/29.97
y0 50 08 FF 1920  1080p/50
y0 50 0A FF 1920  1080p/25
y0 50 0B FF 1920  1080i/50
y0 50 0C FF 1280  720p/50
y0 50 0D FF 1280  720p/25
Color SystemInq 8x 09 7E 01 03 FF y0 50 00 FF HDMI YUV
y0 50 01 FF HDMI GBR
y0 50 02 FF DVI GBR
y0 50 03 FF DVI YUV
IR_Receive 8x 09 06 08 FF y0 50 02 FF ON
y0 50 03 FF OFF

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Inquiry Command List (3/3)

Inquiry Command Command Packet Inquiry Packet Comments
IR_ReceiveReturn — y0 07 7D 01 04 00 FF Power ON/OFF
y0 07 7D 01 04 07 FF Zoom tele/wide
y0 07 7D 01 04 38 FF AF On/Off
y0 07 7D 01 04 33 FF CAM_Backlight
y0 07 7D 01 04 3F FF CAM_Memory
y0 07 7D 01 06 01 FF Pan_tiltDrive
IR_ConditionInq 8x 09 06 34 FF y0 50 00 FF Infrared remote commander stable reception enabled
y0 50 01 FF Infrared remote commander reception unstable
environment
y0 50 02 FF Power ON by infrared remote commander (cannot be
judged)
SlowPanTiltInq 8x 09 06 44 FF y0 50 02 FF On
y0 50 03 FF Off
Pan-tiltMaxSpeedInq 8x 09 06 11 FF y0 50 ww zz FF ww = Pan Max Speed zz = Tilt Max Speed
Pan-tiltPosInq 8x 09 06 12 FF y0 50 0w 0w 0w 0w wwww = Pan Position
0z 0z 0z 0z FF zzzz = Tilt Position
Pan-tiltModeInq 8x 09 06 10 FF y0 50 pq rs FF pqrs: Pan-tilt Status
1) When CAM_LowLatency is set to Low, “y0 50 03 FF” that indicates OFF is returned.

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Block Inquiry Command List

Lens Control System Inquiry Commands ..................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 00 FF

Inquiry Packet
Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments
7 7 0 7 0
6 6 0 6 0
Destination Address
5 5 0 5 0
4 4 0 4 0
0 6 12
3 3 3 0
2 2 2 0
Source Address Focus Near Limit (H)
1 1 1 0
0 0 0 0
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 7 0
6 1 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0 5 0
4 1 4 0 4 AF Mode (0:Normal, 1:Interval,
1 7
3 0 3 13 3 2:Zoom Trigger)
2 0 2 2 AF Sensitivity (1:Normal, 0:Low)
Focus Near Limit (L)
1 0 1 1 Digital Zoom (1:On, 0:Off)
0 0 0 0 Focus Mode (1:Auto,
7 0 7 0 0:Manual)
6 0 6 0 7 0
5 0 5 0 6 0
4 0 4 0 5 0
2 8 4 0
3 3
2 2 3 Low Contrast Detection (1:Yes, 0:
Zoom Position (HH) Focus Position (HH) No)
1 1 14
0 2 Camera Memory Recall
0
(1: Executing, 0: Stopped)
7 0 7 0
1 Focus Command 1: Executing
6 0 6 0
0: Stopped
5 0 5 0
0 Zoom Command 1: Executing
4 0 4 0
3 9 0: Stopped
3 3 7 1 Terminator (FFh)
2 2 6 1
Zoom Position (HL) Focus Position (HL)
1 1 5 1
0 0 4 1
7 0 7 0 15
3 1
6 0 6 0 2 1
5 0 5 0 1 1
4 0 4 0 0 1
4 10
3 3
2 2
Zoom Position (LH) Focus Position (LH)
1 1
0 0
7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0
5 11
3 3
2 2
Zoom Position (LL) Focus Position (LL)
1 1
0 0

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Camera Control System Inquiry Commands................. Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 01 FF

Inquiry Packet
Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments
7 7 0 7 0
6 6 0 6 0
Destination Address
5 5 0 5 0
4 4 0 4
0 6 11
3 3 3
2 2 2 Iris Position
Source Address WB Mode
1 1 1
0 0 0
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 7 0
6 1 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0 5 0
4 1 4 0 4 0
1 7 12
3 0 3 3
2 0 2 2
Aperture Gain Gain Position
1 0 1 1
0 0 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0 5 0
4 0 4 4
2 8 13
3 3 3
2 2 Exposure Mode 2 Bright Position
R Gain (H)
1 1 1
0 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 HighResolution (1:On, 5 0
4 0 0:Off) 4 0
3 4 Wide D (1: Other than Off, 14
3 3
2 0: Off) 2
R Gain (L) 9
3 0 Exposure Comp. Position
1 1
0 2 Back Light (1:On, 0:Off)
0
7 0 1 Exposure Comp. (1:On,
7 1 Terminator (FFh)
0:Off)
6 0 6 1
0 Slow Shutter (1:Auto,
5 0 5 1
0:Manual)
4 0 4 1
4 7 0 15
3 3 1
6 0
2 2 1
B Gain (H) 5 0
1 1 1
4
0 10 0 1
3
7 0
2 Shutter Position
6 0
1
5 0
0
4 0
5
3
2
B Gain (L)
1
0

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Other Inquiry Commands ..........................................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 02 FF

Inquiry Packet

Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments

7 7 0 7 0
6 6 0 6 0
Destination Address
5 5 0 5 0
4 4 0 4 1
0 6
3 3 0 12 3 0
2 2 0 2 1
Source Address
1 1 0 1 1
0 0 0 0 System (1:1/50, 1/25, 0:1/59.94,
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 1/29.97)
6 1 6 0 7 0
5 0 5 0 6 0
4 1 4 0 5 0
1 7 4 0
3 0 3 0
13
2 0 2 0 3 0
1 0 1 0 2 0
0 0 0 0 1 0
7 0 7 0 0 0
6 0 6 0 7 0
5 0 5 0 6 0
4 0 4 0 5 0
2 8 4 0
3 0 3
14
2 Auto ICR (1:On, 0:Off) 2 3 0
Camera ID (HH) 2 0
1 0 1
0 Power (1:On, 0:Off) 0 1 0
7 0 7 0 0 0
6 Stabilizer (1:On, 0:Off) 6 0 7 1 Terminator (FFh)
5 Stabilizer Hold (1:Hold, 0:Off) 5 0 6 1
4 ICR (1:On, 0:Off) 4 0 5 1
3 9 4 1
3 0 3
15
2 0 2 3 1
Camera ID (HL) 2 1
1 0 1
0 0 0 1 1
7 0 7 0 0 1
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 Reserved 4 0
4 10
3 0 3
2 0 2
Camera ID (LH)
1 0 1
0 0 0
7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0
5 11
3 3
2 2
Picture Effect Mode Camera ID (LL)
1 1
0 0

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Enlargement Function1 Query Command ................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 03 FF

Inquiry Packet

Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments

7 7 0 7 0
6 6 0 6 0
Destination Address
5 5 0 5 0
4 4 0 4 0
0 6 12
3 3 3 0
2 2 2 0
Source Address AF Interval Time (H)
1 1 1 0
0 0 0 1
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 7 0
6 1 6 0 6
5 0 5 0 5 Gamma
4 1 4 0 4
1 7
3 0 3 13 3 High Sensitivity mode (1: ON,
2 0 2 0: OFF)
AF Interval Time (L) 2
1 0 1
0 0 0 1 NR Level
7 0 7 0 0
6 0 6 0 7 0
5 0 5 0 6
4 0 4 0 5 Chroma Suppress
2 8 4
3 3 1
14
2 2 0 3
Digital Zoom Position (H) 2
1 1 0
Gain Limit
0 0 0 1
7 0 7 0 0
6 0 6 0 7 1 Terminator (FFh)
5 0 5 0 6 1
4 0 4 0 5 1
3 9 4 1
3 3 1
15
2 2 0 3 1
Digital Zoom Position (L) 2 1
1 1 0
0 0 0 1 1
7 0 7 0 0 1
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0
4 10
3 3 0
2 2 0
AF Activation Time (H)
1 1 0
0 0 0
7 0 7 0
6 0 6
5 0 5
Color Gain (Master)
4 0 4
5 11
3 3
2 2 1
AF Activation Time (L)
1 1 1
0 0 1

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Enlargement Function2 Query Command ................Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 04 FF

Inquiry Packet

Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments

7 7 0 7 0
6 6 0 6 0
Destination Address
5 5 0 5 0
4 4 0 4 0
0 6 12
3 3 0 3 0
2 2 0 2 0
Source Address
1 1 Reserved 1 0
0 0 Reserved 0 0
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 7 0
6 1 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0 5 0
4 1 4 0 4 0
1 7 13
3 0 3 0 3 0
2 0 2 0 2 0
1 0 1 0 1 0
0 0 0 defog mode 0:Off 1:On 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0 4 0
2 8 14
3 0 3 0 3 0
2 0 2 0 2 0
1 Reserved 1 0 1 0
0 Reserved 0 0 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 1 Terminator (FFh)
6 0 6 0 6 1
5 0 5 0 5 1
4 0 4 0 4 1
3 9 15
3 0 3 0 3 1
2 0 2 0 2 1
1 0 1 0 1 1
0 0 0 0 0 1
7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0
4 10
3 0 3 0
2 Reserved 2 0
1 Reserved 1 0
0 Reserved 0 0
7 0 7 0
6 0 6 0
5 0 5 0
4 0 4 0
5 11
3 0 3 0
2 0 2 0
1 Reserved 1 0
0 Reserved 0 0

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Enlargement Function3 Query Command ................ Command Packet 8x 09 7E 7E 05 FF

Inquiry Packet

Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments Byte Bit Comments

7 7 0 7 0
6 6 6
Destination Address
5 5 5
4 4 4
0 6 12
3 3 Reserved 3 Reserved
2 2 2
Source Address
1 1 1
0 0 0
7 0 Completion Message (50h) 7 0 7 0
6 1 6 6
5 0 5 5
4 1 4 4
1 7 13
3 0 3 Reserved 3 Reserved
2 0 2 2
1 0 1 1
0 0 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 0
6 0 6 6
5 0 5 5
4 0 4 4
2 8 14
3 3 Reserved 3 Reserved
2 2 2
Color Hue (Master)
1 1 1
0 0 0
7 0 7 0 7 1 Terminator (FFh)
6 6 6 1
5 5 5 1
4 4 4 1
3 9 15
3 Reserved 3 Reserved 3 1
2 2 2 1
1 1 1 1
0 0 0 1
7 0 7 0
6 6
5 5
4 4
4 10
3 Reserved 3 Reserved
2 2
1 1
0 0
7 0 7 0
6 6
5 5
4 4
5 11
3 Reserved 3 Reserved
2 2
1 1
0 0

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VISCA Command Setting Values

Gain 0F +43dB
Exposure control (1/2)
0E +39dB
59.94/29.97 0D +36dB
50/25 mode
mode 0C +33dB
Shutter Speed 15 1/10000 1/10000 0B +30dB
14 1/6000 1/6000 0A +27dB
13 1/4000 1/3500 09 +24dB
12 1/3000 1/2500 08 +21dB
11 1/2000 1/1750 07 +18dB
10 1/1500 1/1250 06 +15dB
0F 1/1000 1/1000 05 +12dB
0E 1/725 1/600 04 +9dB
0D 1/500 1/425 03 +6dB
0C 1/350 1/300 02 +3dB
0B 1/250 1/215 01 0dB
0A 1/180 1/150
09 1/125 1/120 Gain Limit 0F +43dB
08 1/100 1/100 0E +39dB
07 1/90 1/75 0D +36dB
06 1/60 1/50 0C +33dB
05 1/30 1/25 0B +30dB
04 1/15 1/12 0A +27dB
03 1/8 1/6 09 +24dB
02 1/4 1/3 08 +21dB
01 1/2 1/2 07 +18dB
00 1/1 1/1 06 +15dB
05 +12dB
Iris 11 F1.6 04 +9dB
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

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Exposure control (2/2) Optical Zoom Ratio and Zoom Position

(for reference)
IRIS GAIN
Bright 1F F1.6 +43dB Zoom Position: 0000 (Wide end) to 4000 (Tele end)
1E F1.6 +39dB
1D F1.6 +36dB Optical Zoom Optical Zoom
1C F1.6 +33dB Ratio Position Data
1B F1.6 +30dB ×1 0000
1A F1.6 +27dB ×2 16A1
19 F1.6 +24dB ×3 2063
18 F1.6 +21dB ×4 2628
17 F1.6 +18dB ×5 2A1D
16 F1.6 +15dB ×6 2D13
15 F1.6 +12dB ×7 2F6D
14 F1.6 +9dB ×8 3161
13 F1.6 +6dB ×9 330D
12 F1.6 +3dB ×10 3486
11 F1.6 0dB ×11 35D7
10 F2 0dB ×12 3709
0F F2.4 0dB ×13 3820
0E F2.8 0dB ×14 3920
0D F3.4 0dB ×15 3A0A
0C F4 0dB ×16 3ADD
0B F4.8 0dB ×17 3B9C
0A F5.6 0dB ×18 3C46
09 F6.8 0dB ×19 3CDC
08 F8 0dB ×20 3D60
07 F9.6 0dB ×21 3DD4
06 F11 0dB ×22 3E39
05 F14 0dB ×23 3E90
00 CLOSE 0 ×24 3EDC
×25 3F1E
Display Compensation ×26 3F57
Amount ×27 3F8A
Exposure Comp. 0E +7 +10.5dB ×28 3FB6
0D +6 +9dB ×29 3FDC
0C +5 +7.5dB ×30 4000
0B +4 +6dB
0A +3 +4.5dB
09 +2 +3dB Digital Zoom
08 +1 +1.5dB
07 0 0dB
Digital Zoom Digital Zoom
06 –1 –1.5dB Ratio Position Data
05 –2 –3dB ×1 4000
04 –3 –4.5dB ×2 6000
03 –4 –6dB ×3 6A80
02 –5 –7.5dB ×4 7000
01 –6 –9dB ×5 7300
00 –7 –10.5dB ×6 7540
×7 76C0
×8 7800
×9 78C0
×10 7980
×11 7A00
×12 7AC0

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Focus NEAR limit and focus distance Others

Focus position: 1000 (Far end) to F000 (Near end)
AF Active Time1) 00 to FF
NEAR Limit Focus Distance AF Interval Time1) 00 to FF
1000 Over Inf
R Gain 00 to FF
2000 20m
B Gain 00 to FF
3000 10m
4000 6m Aperture Level 00 to 0F
5000 4.2m AE Response 01 to 30
6000 3.1m AutoICR ON 
00 to 1C
7000 2.5m OFF Threshold Level
8000 2m Chroma Suppress setting level 00 to 03
9000 1.65m Color Gain setting level 00 to 0E
A000 1.4m
Color Hue setting level 00 to 0E
B000 1.2m
C000 80cm 1)
Unit: One second
D000 30cm
E000 11cm
F000 1cm
Pan/Tilt Speed (Pan/Tilt Slow Mode= Off)

Speed (deg/sec)
Lens control Parameter
Pan Tilt
01h 1.1 1.1
0000 to 4000 to 7AC0 02h 1.3 1.3
Zoom Position Wide end Optical Digital 03h 1.6 1.6
Tele end Tele end 04h 2.2 2.2
1000 to F000 05h 2.9 2.9
Focus Position
Far end Near end 06h 6.7 6.7
1000: Over Inf 07h 11 11
2000: 20 m 08h 23 16
3000: 10 m 09h 24 26
0Ah 27 29
4000: 6 m
0Bh 41 31
5000: 4.2 m
0Ch 43 34
6000: 3.1 m 0Dh 47 50
7000: 2.5 m As the distance on the left
0Eh 49 52
will differ due to temperature
Focus Near 8000: 2.0 m 0Fh 54 54
characteristics, etc., use as
Limit 9000: 1.65 m 10h 57 57
approximate values.
11h 62 62
A000: 1.4 m *The lower 1 byte is fixed at 00.
12h 64 64
B000: 1.2 m
13h 69 69
C000: 0.8 m 14h 72 72
D000: 30 cm 15h 80 80
(initial setting) 16h 84 84
E000: 11 cm 17h 91 91
F000: 1 cm 18h1) 101 —

The maximum speed setting value of Pan is 18h and that of Tilt is 17h.
1)

Although you can set the value up to 7Fh, the speed is kept at the
maximum speed.

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Pan/Tilt Speed (Pan/Tilt Slow Mode= On)

Speed (deg/sec) Speed (deg/sec) Speed (deg/sec)

Parameter Parameter Parameter
Pan/Tilt Pan/Tilt Pan/Tilt
01h 0.50 30h 2.40 5Fh 7.10
02h 0.70 31h 2.50 60h 7.25
03h 0.90 32h 2.60 61h 7.33
04h 1.10 33h 2.70 62h 7.41
05h 1.30 34h 2.80 63h 7.50
06h 1.50 35h 2.89 64h 7.58
07h 1.90 36h 3.00 65h 7.76
08h 2.30 37h 3.10 66h 7.86
09h 2.70 38h 3.20 67h 7.95
0Ah 3.10 39h 3.30 68h 8.05
0Bh 3.50 3Ah 3.40 69h 8.15
0Ch 4.10 3Bh 3.49 6Ah 8.25
0Dh 4.70 3Ch 3.61 6Bh 8.35
0Eh 5.30 3Dh 3.71 6Ch 8.46
0Fh 5.90 3Eh 3.79 6Dh 8.57
10h 6.50 3Fh 3.90 6Eh 8.68
11h 7.30 40h 4.00 6Fh 8.80
12h 8.10 41h 4.10 70h 8.92
13h 8.90 42h 4.20 71h 9.04
14h 9.50 43h 4.31 72h 9.16
15h 10.80 44h 4.40 73h 9.29
16h 13.20 45h 4.49 74h 9.43
17h 26.50 46h 4.61 75h 9.56
18h 60.00 47h 4.71 76h 9.70
19h 0.10 48h 4.82 77h 9.85
1Ah 0.20 49h 4.89 78h 10.00
1Bh 0.30 4Ah 5.00 79h 10.15
1Ch 0.40 4Bh 5.12 7Ah 10.31
1Dh 0.50 4Ch 5.20 7Bh 10.47
1Eh 0.60 4Dh 5.32 7Ch 10.64
1Fh 0.70 4Eh 5.41 7Dh 10.82
20h 0.80 4Fh 5.50 7Eh 11.00
21h 0.90 50h 5.59 7Fh 11.18
22h 1.00 51h 5.69
23h 1.10 52h 5.79
24h 1.20 53h 5.89
25h 1.30 54h 6.00
26h 1.40 55h 6.11
27h 1.50 56h 6.22
28h 1.60 57h 6.28
29h 1.70 58h 6.41
2Ah 1.80 59h 6.47
2Bh 1.90 5Ah 6.60
2Ch 2.00 5Bh 6.67
2Dh 2.10 5Ch 6.80
2Eh 2.20 5Dh 6.87
2Fh 2.30 5Eh 7.02

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Pan/Tilt Status Code List

P Q R S
–––– –––– 0––– –––1 A Pan movement all the way to the left
–––– –––– 0––– ––1– A Pan movement all the way to the right
–––– –––– 0––– –1–– A Tilt movement all the way up
–––– –––– 0––– 1––– A Tilt movement all the way down
–––– –––– ––00 –––– Pan movement is correct
–––– –––– ––01 –––– Abnormal pan position detected
–––– ––00 0––– –––– The Tilt movement is correct
–––– ––01 0––– –––– Abnormal tilt position detected
–––– 00–– 0––– –––– No move request received
–––– 01–– 0––– –––– In the midst of a Pan/Tilt
–––– 10–– 0––– –––– Pan/Tilt completed
–––– 11–– 0––– –––– Pan/Tilt failed
––00 –––– 0––– –––– Not initialized
––01 –––– 0––– –––– Initializing
––10 –––– 0––– –––– Initialization completed
––11 –––– 0––– –––– Initialization failed

( - : optional)

Pan/Tilt Position (for reference)

Parameter (position)
PAN DE00 (−170 degree) to 2200 (+170 degree)
TILT FC00 (−20 degree) to 1200 (+90 degree)
(Image Flip: OFF)
EE00 (–90 degree) to 0400 (+20 degree)
(Image Flip: ON)

LED Status
Status POWER (Green) STANDBY (Orange)
Main power Power On (including initializing period) On Off
ON When receiving infrared signals form Infrared Remote Commander Blinking Off
At position detection error On Blinking
Standby status Off On
Power off by VISCA or the Infrared Remote Commander
Main power Off Off Off
Initialization Pan/tilt error Blinking Blinking
error
BOTTOM Setting error On On
switch and (Example: when the SYSTEM SELECT switch is set to position “1, 9, E
SYSTEM or F”)
SELECT switch

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System Pan/tilt action Horizontal: ±170 degrees

Video signal 1920 × 1080p/59.94 Maximum panning speed: 100
1920 × 1080p/29.97 degrees/sec.
1920 × 1080i/59.94 Vertical: +90, –20 degrees (IMAGE
1280 × 720p/59.94 FLIP: OFF)
1280 × 720p/29.97 +20, –90 degrees (IMAGE FLIP:
1920 × 1080p/50 ON)
1920 × 1080p/25 Maximum tilting speed: 90
1920 × 1080i/50 degrees/sec.
1280 × 720p/50
1280 × 720p/25
EDID Input/output connectors
VISCA CONTROL HDMI video Type A (19-pin)
(switched with the SYSTEM Control input/output
SELECT switch) VISCA IN: Mini DIN 8-pin type,
RS-232
Synchronization VISCA OUT: Mini DIN 8-pin type,
Internal synchronization RS-232
Image device 1/2.8 type Exmor CMOS VISCA RS-422: 9-pin
Lens 30× (optical), 12× (digital) LAN connector: RJ-45 (8-pin),
f = 4.3 mm (wide) to 129 mm (tele) 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX auto
F1.6 to 4.7 discrimination
Horizontal angle: 65 degrees Power connector
(WIDE end) JEITA type4 (DC 12 V)
Minimum object distance
10 mm (13/32 inch) (WIDE end) to
1200 mm (47 1/4 inch) (TELE General
end) Input voltage DC 12 V (DC 10.8 to 13.2 V)
Minimum illumination Power consumption
1.4 lux (F1.6, 50 IRE, high-sensitivity 16.8 W
mode OFF, 30fps) Operating temperature
2.8 lux (F1.6, 50 IRE, high-sensitivity 0 ºC to 40 ºC (32 ºF to 104 ºF)
mode OFF, 60fps) Storage temperature
0.35 lux (F1.6, 50 IRE, high- –20 ºC to +60 ºC (–4 ºF to 140 ºF)
sensitivity mode ON, 30fps) Dimensions Video camera: 157 × 164 × 163 mm
0.7 lux (F1.6, 50 IRE, high-sensitivity (6 1/4 × 6 1/2 × 6 1/2 inches)
mode ON, 60fps) (w/h/d)
Shutter speed 1/1 to 1/10000 sec. (22 steps) Infrared Remote Commander:
Video S/N 50 dB 56 × 26 × 210 mm
(2 1/4 × 1 1/16 × 8 3/8 inches)
(w/h/d)
Installation angle
Less than ±15 degrees to the
horizontal surface
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Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1)
AC power cord (1)
Infrared Remote Commander (1)
Ceiling bracket (A) (1)
Ceiling bracket (B) (1)
Wire rope (1)
Screw M3×8 (8)
VISCA RS-422 connector plug (1)
For safety (1)
Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1)

Design and specifications are subject to change without

notice.

The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition

Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are
trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI
Licensing LLC in the United States and other countries.

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Dimensions
Top 170° Rear

170°

Front Side

°
90

164 (6 29/64)
164 (6 29/64)

20°
104 (4 3/32)

72 (2 53/64)
157 (6 3/16)
163 (6 27/64)

Bottom
1/4-20UNC, depth 7
42 (1 21/32) 42 (1 21/32) Tripod screw hole

29.5 (1 5/32)
42 (1 21/32)

42 (1 21/32)

M3
14 (35/64)

Ø5, depth 5
31 (1 7/32)

64 (2 33/64) 64 (2 33/64)
20 (25/32)

77 (3 1/32)
28 (1 7/64)

M3

M3 4-Ø8(A)
63.5 (2 1/2) 63.5 (2 1/2)
(Leg)
Unit: mm (inch)

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Dimensions with ceiling bracket

Front Side
182.5 (7 3/16)
164.5 (6 15/32) 74.5 (2 15/16)
115.5 (4 35/64)
175.5 (6 29/32)

Ceiling bracket (B)

153 (6 1/32) Retainer opening

60° Ø107.3 (4 7/32)
Width 4.5 (3/16) (x2)
30°
Rear
Retainer opening
Ø88.9 (3 1/2)
Width 4.5 (3/16) (x2)

Retainer opening
Ø4.5 (3/16) (x4)
181 (7 1/8)

46 (1 13/16)
60°
36°

73 (2 7/8)

Retainer opening
Ø121.2 (4 25/32)
Width 4.5 (3/16) (x4)
Front Retainer opening
83.5 (3 9/32) Ø83.5 (3 9/32)
Width 4.5 (3/16) (x2) Unit: mm (inch)

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Pin assignments Using the VISCA RS-422 connector

pin assignments
VISCA IN connector (mini-DIN 8-pin, female)

The VISCA RS-422 connector pin assignments

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9

Pin No. Function

1 DTR IN VISCA RS-422
2 DSR IN
3 TXD IN Pin No. Function
4 GND 1 TXD IN+
5 RXD IN 2 TXD IN-
6 GND 3 RXD IN+
7 IR OUT R* 4 RXD IN-
8 IR OUT L* 5 GND
* The IR OUT function of pins 7 and 8 are selectable with the 6 TXD OUT+
BOTTOM switch on the bottom of the camera. 7 TXD OUT-
8 RXD OUT+
9 RXD OUT-
VISCA OUT connector (mini DIN 8-pin, female)

Using the VISCA RS-422 connector plug

1 Insert a wire (AWG Nos. 28 to 18) into the desired
wire opening on the supplied VISCA RS-422
Pin No. Function connector plug, and tighten the screw for that wire
1 DTR OUT using a flat-head screwdriver.
2 DSR OUT
3 TXD OUT
Wire
4 GND
5 RXD OUT
6 GND
7 No connection
8 No connection

Flat-head screwdriver

2 Insert the VISCA RS-422 connector plug into the

VISCA RS-422 connector on the rear of the camera.
1 2
3 4
5 6
7 8
9

Notes
 In order to stabilize the voltage level of the signal, connect both
ends to GND.
 Do not make a VISCA RS-232 connection when there is already
an existing VISCA RS-422 connection.

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 Specifications

License
This software partially supports component uIP.
Therefore the following license conditions apply.

Copyright (c) 2001-2006, Adam Dunkels and the

Swedish Institute of Computer Science All rights
reserved.

Redistribution and use in source and binary forms,

with or without modification, are permitted provided
that the following conditions are met:

1. Redistributions of source code must retain the above

copyright notice, this list of conditions and the
following disclaimer.
2. Redistributions in binary form must reproduce the
above copyright notice, this list of conditions and the
following disclaimer in the documentation and/or
other materials provided with the distribution.
3. The name of the author may not be used to endorse
or promote products derived from this software
without specific prior written permission.

THIS SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED BY THE AUTHOR

'AS IS' AND ANY EXPRESS OR IMPLIED
WARRANTIES, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A
PARTICULAR PURPOSE ARE DISCLAIMED. IN NO
EVENT SHALL THE AUTHOR BE LIABLE FOR ANY
DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL,
EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES
(INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR
SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR
BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) HOWEVER CAUSED
AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER
IN CONTRACT, STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT
(INCLUDING NEGLIGENCE OR OTHERWISE)
ARISING IN ANY WAY OUT OF THE USE OF THIS
SOFTWARE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE
POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE.

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 Precautions

Software Other
Use of the demonstration software developed by Sony Do not apply excessive voltage. (Use only the specified
Corporation or use of the software with customer voltage.) Otherwise, you may get an electric shock or a
developed application software may damage hardware, fire may occur.
the application program or the camera. Sony
Corporation is not liable for any damages under these In case of abnormal operation, contact your authorized
conditions. Sony dealer or the store where you purchased the
product.

Operation
Start the demonstration 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
0 ˚C to 40 ˚C (32 ˚F to 104 ˚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

Care of the unit

Remove dust or dirt on the surface of the lens with a
blower (commercially available).

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