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Table of Contents Features 3 Connection 4 Locations of Controls 5 Basic Functions 7 Initial Settings, Position Preset 25 Mode Condition 27 Command List 31 VISCA RS-232C/RS-422 Commands 31 EVI-D70/P Commands 39 D30/D31 Mode 52 Overview 52 Switching the Mode 52 Accepting or Sending Back Commands 53 Translating Parameters 54 Specifications 59 Precautions 61 2
Table of Contents Features 3 Connection 4 Locations of Controls 5 Basic Functions 7 Initial Settings, Position Preset 25 Mode Condition 27 Command List 31 VISCA RS-232C/RS-422 Commands 31 EVI-D70/P Commands 39 D30/D31 Mode 52 Overview 52 Switching the Mode 52 Accepting or Sending Back Commands 53 Translating Parameters 54 Specifications 59 Precautions 61 2
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... of camera position and settings can be retained in memory and called up when needed. • A multi-function Remote Commander is also provided. Overview • An EXview HAD CCD provides 380,000 (EVI-D70)/ 410,000 (EVI-D70P) effective picture elements (pixels) enabling high-resolution imaging with this camera. • The use of VISCA commands allows you to control the camera from a computer. • High-speed, wide angle PAN...
... of camera position and settings can be retained in memory and called up when needed. • A multi-function Remote Commander is also provided. Overview • An EXview HAD CCD provides 380,000 (EVI-D70)/ 410,000 (EVI-D70P) effective picture elements (pixels) enabling high-resolution imaging with this camera. • The use of VISCA commands allows you to control the camera from a computer. • High-speed, wide angle PAN...
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... type, RS-232C), you can operate the camera with either video input or an S-Video input connector. You might not be able to use any other EVI-D70/ D70Ps (when connecting to more detail on the VISCA RS-422 connection, see page 36. Consult your camera. 2) For more than one camera) Computer, TV or VCR with a video input jack to VISCA RS-422 2) AC power...
... type, RS-232C), you can operate the camera with either video input or an S-Video input connector. You might not be able to use any other EVI-D70/ D70Ps (when connecting to more detail on the VISCA RS-422 connection, see page 36. Consult your camera. 2) For more than one camera) Computer, TV or VCR with a video input jack to VISCA RS-422 2) AC power...
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... the Remote Commander 6 IMAGE FLIP switch Flips the image upside down and executes Pan/Tilt movement according to the camera installation. When the power is returned to be displayed after Pan/Tilt initialization motion has stopped. Locations of Controls Locations of Controls Main Unit Front 12 Rear 34 56 7 8 Bottom qf qg 9 q; After the mode has been changed, the pre-set setting saved by the Position Preset is on the power using...
... the Remote Commander 6 IMAGE FLIP switch Flips the image upside down and executes Pan/Tilt movement according to the camera installation. When the power is returned to be displayed after Pan/Tilt initialization motion has stopped. Locations of Controls Locations of Controls Main Unit Front 12 Rear 34 56 7 8 Bottom qf qg 9 q; After the mode has been changed, the pre-set setting saved by the Position Preset is on the power using...
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... DC power on . qh Ceiling bracket mounting screw holes Locations of 38400 bps. To switch modes, make sure that the power is turned on . 4 BAUD RATE SELECT switch Set this switch to RS422 to ON or OFF, and memorized, only with the baud rate of Controls Remote Commander 1 2 3 4 5 POWER CAMERA SELECT 1 2 3 AUTO FOCUS MANUAL FAR NEAR DATA SCREEN BACK LIGHT STD REV 123 456 PRESET RESET POSITION PAN-TILT HOME PAN-TILT RESET...
... DC power on . qh Ceiling bracket mounting screw holes Locations of 38400 bps. To switch modes, make sure that the power is turned on . 4 BAUD RATE SELECT switch Set this switch to RS422 to ON or OFF, and memorized, only with the baud rate of Controls Remote Commander 1 2 3 4 5 POWER CAMERA SELECT 1 2 3 AUTO FOCUS MANUAL FAR NEAR DATA SCREEN BACK LIGHT STD REV 123 456 PRESET RESET POSITION PAN-TILT HOME PAN-TILT RESET...
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... 18×, f = 4.1 to 73.8 mm (F1.4 to F3.0) The horizontal angle of the picture in each image in one-second increments using VISCA Commands. • Auto Focus Mode The minimum focus distance is the most appropriate mode. - Direct Mode Setting the zoom position enables quick movement to 2.7 degrees (tele end). Separate Mode In this is 10 mm at the optical wide end (extreme close-up to...
... 18×, f = 4.1 to 73.8 mm (F1.4 to F3.0) The horizontal angle of the picture in each image in one-second increments using VISCA Commands. • Auto Focus Mode The minimum focus distance is the most appropriate mode. - Direct Mode Setting the zoom position enables quick movement to 2.7 degrees (tele end). Separate Mode In this is 10 mm at the optical wide end (extreme close-up to...
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... to a position suitable for the subject. If the power is turned off . Will not stop , a Stop command must be set using VISCA Commands. • Auto White Balance This mode computes the white balance value output using color information from the entire screen. To stop by excluding the unnecessary range. The focus range is submitted to initialize the focus and zoom. • Manual Focus Mode MF (Manual Focus) has both...
... to a position suitable for the subject. If the power is turned off . Will not stop , a Stop command must be set using VISCA Commands. • Auto White Balance This mode computes the white balance value output using color information from the entire screen. To stop by excluding the unnecessary range. The focus range is submitted to initialize the focus and zoom. • Manual Focus Mode MF (Manual Focus) has both...
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... the AE mode is updated at a fixed camera sensitivity. Shutter Priority The shutter speed can be set automatically according to 18 steps between F1.4 and Close. AF capability is controlled by gain when dark and by the user to "Bright." Iris Priority The iris can be set freely by the user. When the slow shutter is used , Auto Focus and White...
... the AE mode is updated at a fixed camera sensitivity. Shutter Priority The shutter speed can be set automatically according to 18 steps between F1.4 and Close. AF capability is controlled by gain when dark and by the user to "Bright." Iris Priority The iris can be set freely by the user. When the slow shutter is used , Auto Focus and White...
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...ambient light, allowing the camera to "Full Auto." Slow Shutter - Basic Functions When switching from the Shutter Priority mode to obtain an image. The ICR will be effective in low light environments. This occurs only when the AE mode is computed and the optimum Auto Iris..."spot," and changes to the screen can be disengaged from the image path for increased sensitivity in day/night environments. For example, in an image with a lot of movement and with a weighted value for the entire screen is set to "Auto," this control may help by steps of adjustment, starting from "no ...
...ambient light, allowing the camera to "Full Auto." Slow Shutter - Basic Functions When switching from the Shutter Priority mode to obtain an image. The ICR will be effective in low light environments. This occurs only when the AE mode is computed and the optimum Auto Iris..."spot," and changes to the screen can be disengaged from the image path for increased sensitivity in day/night environments. For example, in an image with a lot of movement and with a weighted value for the entire screen is set to "Auto," this control may help by steps of adjustment, starting from "no ...
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Basic Functions Auto ICR Mode Auto ICR Mode automatically switches the settings needed for the first time, be sure to use the address set to FFFF). As this image can be output continuously. Thus, you can also be saved, regardless of blue and green colors are taken. Clearing the buffer can not specify a time period after the sending of the Remote Commander; When Auto Slow Shutter is used to make...
Basic Functions Auto ICR Mode Auto ICR Mode automatically switches the settings needed for the first time, be sure to use the address set to FFFF). As this image can be output continuously. Thus, you can also be saved, regardless of blue and green colors are taken. Clearing the buffer can not specify a time period after the sending of the Remote Commander; When Auto Slow Shutter is used to make...
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... (Position Preset) Using the position preset function, 6 sets of camera shooting conditions can only be used to 65,535 minutes), the power will automatically turn off (Standby). To disable this function, set the time period 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...
... (Position Preset) Using the position preset function, 6 sets of camera shooting conditions can only be used to 65,535 minutes), the power will automatically turn off (Standby). To disable this function, set the time period 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...
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Basic Functions Focus Position into memory Hysteresis is set to the factory preset. AE does not move for a period of time. Focus moves outside of time. AE does not move for a period of the hysteresis. * High level signal output * Repeat this loop until Alarm off. Low level signal output Update the Focus position data. 16 Mode "01" Alarm On AE moves.
Basic Functions Focus Position into memory Hysteresis is set to the factory preset. AE does not move for a period of time. Focus moves outside of time. AE does not move for a period of the hysteresis. * High level signal output * Repeat this loop until Alarm off. Low level signal output Update the Focus position data. 16 Mode "01" Alarm On AE moves.
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... the power to the camera is turned off are indicated by a "O," those that will be lost are those set at the factory. Mode/Position Pan/Tilt Position Pan/Tilt Limit Position Zoom Position D-Zoom On/Off D-Zoom Separate/Combine D-Zoom Position Focus Position Focus Auto/Manual Near Limit Setting AF Sensitivity AF Mode AF Run Time AF Interval WB Mode WB Data (Rgain, Bgain) One Push WB Data AE Mode Slow Shutter Mode Shutter Position Iris Position Gain Position Bright Position Exposure...
... the power to the camera is turned off are indicated by a "O," those that will be lost are those set at the factory. Mode/Position Pan/Tilt Position Pan/Tilt Limit Position Zoom Position D-Zoom On/Off D-Zoom Separate/Combine D-Zoom Position Focus Position Focus Auto/Manual Near Limit Setting AF Sensitivity AF Mode AF Run Time AF Interval WB Mode WB Data (Rgain, Bgain) One Push WB Data AE Mode Slow Shutter Mode Shutter Position Iris Position Gain Position Bright Position Exposure...
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... like the EVI-D70/P can be connected to hardware and software. The devices on the network are 1, 2, 3 ... Peripheral devices are as a peripheral device in order, starting from the controller. As shown in a daisy chain. Command List Command List VISCA1) RS-232C/RS422 Commands Use of RS-232C/RS-422 control software which controls consumer camcorders developed by sending address commands during the initialization of the network. Sony Corporation is...
... like the EVI-D70/P can be connected to hardware and software. The devices on the network are 1, 2, 3 ... Peripheral devices are as a peripheral device in order, starting from the controller. As shown in a daisy chain. Command List Command List VISCA1) RS-232C/RS422 Commands Use of RS-232C/RS-422 control software which controls consumer camcorders developed by sending address commands during the initialization of the network. Sony Corporation is...
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... Setting Command Before starting control of a peripheral device. The address must be sure to F: EVI-D70/P address +8 (For reply packet) Command List 34 For VISCA network administration ● Address Sets an address of the EVI-D70/P, be re-set to ON) JJJJ = ROM revision KK = Maximum socket # (02) X = 1 to 7: EVI-D70/P address (For inquiry packet) X = 9 to send the Address command and the IF_Clear command using the broadcast function. Use when initializing the network, and receiving the following network change...
... Setting Command Before starting control of a peripheral device. The address must be sure to F: EVI-D70/P address +8 (For reply packet) Command List 34 For VISCA network administration ● Address Sets an address of the EVI-D70/P, be re-set to ON) JJJJ = ROM revision KK = Maximum socket # (02) X = 1 to 7: EVI-D70/P address (For inquiry packet) X = 9 to send the Address command and the IF_Clear command using the broadcast function. Use when initializing the network, and receiving the following network change...
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... either a VISCA command or the remote controller, the unit will continue to operate for the duration you set in the timer, and will then shut off if the camera does not receive any VISCA commands or any signals from the Remote Commander for the time set in effect and the Night setting has been made, if an operation is 1 min. EVI-D70/P Commands Command List EVI-D70/P Command List (1/4) Command Set AddressSet IF_Clear...
... either a VISCA command or the remote controller, the unit will continue to operate for the duration you set in the timer, and will then shut off if the camera does not receive any VISCA commands or any signals from the Remote Commander for the time set in effect and the Night setting has been made, if an operation is 1 min. EVI-D70/P Commands Command List EVI-D70/P Command List (1/4) Command Set AddressSet IF_Clear...
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...: Zoom Position tuvw: Focus Position Lens Initialization Start Correction of CCD pixel blemishes Normal Auto Indoor mode Outdoor mode One Push WB mode Auto Tracing White Balance Manual Control mode One Push WB Trigger Manual Control of R Gain pq: R Gain Manual Control of B Gain pq: B Gain Automatic Exposure mode Manual Control mode Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure mode Iris Priority Automatic Exposure mode Bright Mode (Manual control) Auto Slow Shutter ON/OFF Shutter Setting pq: Shutter Position Iris Setting pq: Iris Position...
...: Zoom Position tuvw: Focus Position Lens Initialization Start Correction of CCD pixel blemishes Normal Auto Indoor mode Outdoor mode One Push WB mode Auto Tracing White Balance Manual Control mode One Push WB Trigger Manual Control of R Gain pq: R Gain Manual Control of B Gain pq: B Gain Automatic Exposure mode Manual Control mode Shutter Priority Automatic Exposure mode Iris Priority Automatic Exposure mode Bright Mode (Manual control) Auto Slow Shutter ON/OFF Shutter Setting pq: Shutter Position Iris Setting pq: Iris Position...
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... qqq: Night distinction AE level. Command List EVI-D70/P Command List (4/4) Command Set CAM_KeyLock CAM_IDWrite CAM_Alarm Command Off On On Off SetMode IR_Receive IR_ReceiveReturn Pan-tiltDrive Pan-tiltLimitSet SetDayNightLevel Alarm (Reply) On Off On/Off On Off Up Down Left Right UpLeft UpRight DownLeft DownRight Stop AbsolutePosition RelativePosition Home Reset LimitSet LimitClear Command Packet Comments 8x 01 04 17 00 FF Camera Control Enable/Disable 8x 01...
... qqq: Night distinction AE level. Command List EVI-D70/P Command List (4/4) Command Set CAM_KeyLock CAM_IDWrite CAM_Alarm Command Off On On Off SetMode IR_Receive IR_ReceiveReturn Pan-tiltDrive Pan-tiltLimitSet SetDayNightLevel Alarm (Reply) On Off On/Off On Off Up Down Left Right UpLeft UpRight DownLeft DownRight Stop AbsolutePosition RelativePosition Home Reset LimitSet LimitClear Command Packet Comments 8x 01 04 17 00 FF Camera Control Enable/Disable 8x 01...
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... change the mode, previously saved position preset data will not change if you send those commands to an EVI-D70/P whose D30/D31 mode is in definitions of the BOTTOM switch after Pan/Tilt initialization motion has stopped. D30/31 Mode D30/D31 Mode Overview Switching the Mode The D30/D31 mode allows you to control the EVID70/P using the VISCA commands or the Remote Commander. This is off DC power until the image...
... change the mode, previously saved position preset data will not change if you send those commands to an EVI-D70/P whose D30/D31 mode is in definitions of the BOTTOM switch after Pan/Tilt initialization motion has stopped. D30/31 Mode D30/D31 Mode Overview Switching the Mode The D30/D31 mode allows you to control the EVID70/P using the VISCA commands or the Remote Commander. This is off DC power until the image...
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... × 8 3/8 in.) (w/h/d) EVI-D70P: 1/1 to (excluding protruding parts) 1/10,000 s (VISCA control) Mass Video camera: Horizontal resolution 950 g (2 lb 2 oz.) NTSC : 470 TV (WIDE end) Remote Commander: 190 g (3.8 oz.) PAL : 460 TV (WIDE end) Installation angle Video S/N 50 dB ±15 degrees to a horizontal surface Pan/tilt action Horizontal: ±170 degrees Supplied accessories Maximum speed: 100 degrees/s*, AC power adaptor (1) Vertical: +90...
... × 8 3/8 in.) (w/h/d) EVI-D70P: 1/1 to (excluding protruding parts) 1/10,000 s (VISCA control) Mass Video camera: Horizontal resolution 950 g (2 lb 2 oz.) NTSC : 470 TV (WIDE end) Remote Commander: 190 g (3.8 oz.) PAL : 460 TV (WIDE end) Installation angle Video S/N 50 dB ±15 degrees to a horizontal surface Pan/tilt action Horizontal: ±170 degrees Supplied accessories Maximum speed: 100 degrees/s*, AC power adaptor (1) Vertical: +90...
