Sony RM-IP500 User manual

Remote Controller
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
RM-IP500
4-696-257-11(1)
© 2017 Sony Corporation

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Table of Contents
Introduction
Using This Manual ................................................4
Features ..................................................................4
Location and Function of Parts ............................5
Top .....................................................................5
Rear ..................................................................10
Side / front ........................................................11
Menu Operations .................................................12
Basic menu operations .....................................12
Getting Started
Connections ..........................................................14
VISCA over IP (LAN) connection ...................14
VISCA RS-422 (serial) connection ..................21
Connection with a video switcher ....................24
Using a Setup PC .................................................25
Accessing a remote controller ..........................25
Saving configuration data on a PC (Backup) ...25
Loading a saved configuration file into the
unit or another remote controller (Restore) ....26
About the RM-IP Setup Tool ...........................26
Operations
Turning on the Power ..........................................27
Selecting a Camera ..............................................27
Selecting a camera when using LAN
connection ......................................................27
Selecting a camera when using serial
connection ......................................................28
About the color of camera buttons ...................28
About the tally lamp indicators ........................28
Operating a Camera ............................................29
Pan and tilt control ...........................................29
Zoom control ....................................................30
Adjusting a Camera ............................................31
Adjusting the focus ..........................................31
Adjusting the brightness ...................................31
Backlight compensation ...................................32
Flicker compensation .......................................32
Adjusting the white balance .............................32
Adjusting the black balance .............................33
Storing the Camera Status (Preset Function) ...34
Recalling stored status .....................................34
Changing the speed of movement between
positions .........................................................34
Operating the Camera Setup Menu from the Unit
(Camera Menu Operation Mode) ...................... 35
Buttons and knobs used for camera menu
operations ....................................................... 35
Setting Specific Functions using Shortcuts
(FUNCTION Menu) ........................................... 37
Buttons and knobs used for FUNCTION menu
operations ....................................................... 37
Operation using IRIS, GAIN, and SHUTTER
buttons ........................................................... 37
Operation using ASSIGN 4, ASSIGN 5, and
ASSIGN 6 ...................................................... 38
Checking Camera Settings Status (Status
Display) ................................................................ 38
Restoring Factory Default Settings ................... 39
Default values .................................................. 39
Function of Buttons/Knobs in Each Block by
Camera Model ..................................................... 41
RM Menu List
OPERATION ....................................................... 43
EXPOSURE ..................................................... 43
WHITE ............................................................ 43
BLACK ............................................................ 44
DETAIL ........................................................... 44
KNEE ............................................................... 44
MATRIX .......................................................... 44
PRESET ........................................................... 44
OPERATION menu support by camera
model ............................................................. 45
CONFIG .............................................................. 46
RM SETUP ...................................................... 46
SW ASSIGN .................................................... 46
DIRECTION .................................................... 46
GPI I/O ............................................................ 47
LAN ................................................................. 48
SERIAL ........................................................... 48
CONTROL I/F ................................................. 48
AUTO IP SETUP ................................................ 48
SETUP IP ........................................................ 48
ASSIGN CAM ................................................. 48
CLEAR TABLE ............................................... 48
SWAP CAM .................................................... 48
CAMERA TABLE ........................................... 48
MAINTENANCE ................................................ 49
MODEL INFO ................................................. 49
UPDATE MODE ............................................. 49
RESET ............................................................. 49
Appendix
Troubleshooting ................................................... 50
Specifications ....................................................... 51
Dimensions ...................................................... 51

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Pin assignments ................................................52
TALLY/CONTACT connector input connection
example ..........................................................53
TALLY/CONTACT connector output connection
example ..........................................................53
Input waveform of TALLY/CONTACT
connector ........................................................53
License ..................................................................54
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DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING
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RESULTING FROM TRANSMISSION
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able to access the unit. When connecting the unit
to the network, be sure to confirm that the network
is protected securely.
• Do not browse any other website in the Web
browser while making settings or after making
settings. Since the login status remains in the Web
browser, close the Web browser when you
complete the settings to prevent unauthorized third
parties from using the unit or harmful programs
from running.

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Introduction
Safety Regulations (Supplied)
Describes the important points for safe use of the unit.
Be sure to read it.
Operating Instructions (This document/
Web)
These operating instructions describe the names of the
various parts of the unit, installation, connection, and
operation methods.
Using This Manual
The Operating Instructions is designed to be read on a
computer display.
The content you need to know in order to use the unit is
described here.
Read it before you operate the unit.
Jumping to a related page
When you read the instructions on a computer display
and click on the related part of the relevant page that is
being displayed, you jump to the related page. Relevant
pages can be searched easily.
Software display examples
The software displays described in this manual are
explanatory examples. Note that some displays may be
different from the ones that actually appear.
Printing the Operating Instructions
Depending on your system, certain displays or
illustrations in the Operating Instructions, when printed
out, may differ from those that appear on your screen.
Terminology in this document
The RM-IP500 is referred to as the “unit” or “remote
controller” in this document.
Features
This unit is a remote controller that provides the full
functionality and operability of Sony PTZ cameras.
Simple system construction
The unit can be used to control up to 100 cameras
connected via LAN connection using switching hubs.
You can build a system, using the setup functions of the
unit, to set the IP address and camera number of multiple
cameras in a single step, without using a setup PC.
Functional design
The buttons and knobs of the control panel are grouped
by type of operation for easy operation. For example, the
buttons and knobs for making color adjustments on a
camera are grouped together in the color adjustment
block.
Compact size
The unit has a compact size for mounting on a desktop.
It can also be mounted in a console desk.
Flexible camera operation for various use
cases
You can adjust the pan, tilt, and zoom of the camera
image with one hand using a joystick. The zoom
operation can also be controlled using a zoom lever,
enabling detailed camera control using both hands.
The speed of pan, tilt, and zoom can also be adjusted
using a speed adjustment knob.
Preset memory function
You can save camera settings, such as pan/tilt/zoom
positions and other camera adjustment settings, in the
memory of the camera. The stored settings can be
recalled and applied to the camera by pressing a preset
number button assigned when storing settings.
Simple operation of various camera
adjustments
Using the buttons on the unit, you can quickly control
various camera functions, such as auto focusing, one-
push auto focus, AE (Auto Exposure) function, one-
push auto white balance, and backlight compensation,
without having to access the camera menu.

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Location and Function of Parts
The functions controlled by the buttons and knobs vary depending on the target camera to control. For details, see
“Function of Buttons/Knobs in Each Block by Camera Model” (page 41).
Top
Color adjustment block
Use to perform color adjustments on a camera.
Select the target camera to adjust the color.
The color adjustment block is enabled when the
7ACTIVE button is lit.
For details about selecting the target camera, see
“Selecting a Camera” (page 27).
Color adjustment
block (page 5)
Menu control
block (page 6)
Camera selection
block (page 7)
Lens control block
(page 7)
Preset memory control
block (page 8)
Joystick control block
(page 9)
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A1-a R-BLACK knob
1-b B-BLACK knob
1-c MASTER BLACK knob
Adjusts the R black, B black, and master black of
the target camera.
For details, see “Adjusting the black balance”
(page 33).
B2-a R-WHITE knob
2-b B-WHITE knob
Sets the R gain and B gain of the target camera, and
adjusts the white balance.
For details, see “Adjusting the white balance”
(page 32).
CBARS button
Toggles the color bars output of the target camera
on/off.
When the button is turned on (button is lit yellow),
color bars output is turned on.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit),
color bars are not output.
DCAM POWER button
Toggles the power supply of the target camera on/
off (standby).
When the button is turned on (button is lit green),
the target camera is turned on.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit), the
target camera is turned off (standby).
Note
When controlling more than one camera, the
camera on/off operation is determined by the
CONFIG >RM SETUP >CAM POWER setting in
the RM menu. For details, see “CAM POWER”
(page 46).
EO.P.AWB (one-push auto white balance) button
Executes one-push auto white balance adjustment
on the target camera.
For details, see “To adjust the white balance
automatically” (page 32).
FO.P.ABB (one-push auto black balance) button
Executes one-push auto black balance adjustment
on the target camera.
For details, see “To adjust the black balance
automatically” (page 33).
GACTIVE button
Enables/disables the color adjustment block.
When the button is turned on (button is lit), the
color adjustment block becomes enabled.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit), the
color adjustment block becomes disabled.
HASSIGN 1 button, ASSIGN 2 button, ASSIGN 3
button
Executes functions assigned to each button on the
target camera.
In this version, the following functions have been
assigned, and cannot be changed.
Menu control block
Comprises buttons and knobs you use to set and execute
functions, and to change settings on the target camera
using menu operations.
For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
AFUNCTION menu buttons
When a button is pressed, the item and setting of the
function assigned to the button is displayed on the
LCD panel, and the setting can be changed using
the VALUE knob.
The IRIS, GAIN, and SHUTTER button operations
are enabled when the buttons are lit blue.
For details about operation, see “Setting Specific
Functions using Shortcuts (FUNCTION Menu)”
(page 37).
IRIS button: Press this button to display the iris
value settings screen for the camera on the LCD
panel.
Button name Assigned function
ASSIGN 1 Perform backlight compensation on the
target camera. For details, see
“Backlight compensation” (page 32).
ASSIGN 2 Perform flicker compensation on the
target camera. For details, see “Flicker
compensation” (page 32).
ASSIGN 3 Display the iris, gain, shutter speed, and
zoom position settings of the target
camera on the LCD panel. For details,
see “Checking Camera Settings Status
(Status Display)” (page 38).
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GAIN button: Press this button to display the gain
value settings screen for the camera on the LCD
panel.
SHUTTER button: Press this button to display the
shutter speed value settings screen for the
camera on the LCD panel.
ASSIGN 4 button, ASSIGN 5 button, ASSIGN 6
button: Press these buttons to display the
corresponding setup item and setting of the
function assigned to each button on the LCD
panel.
In this version, the following functions have
been assigned, and cannot be changed.
For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
BLCD panel
Displays the RM menu, FUNCTION menu, and
preset memory numbers.
• For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
• For details about the RM menu, see “RM Menu
List” (page 43).
• For details about the FUNCTION menu, see
“Setting Specific Functions using Shortcuts
(FUNCTION Menu)” (page 37).
• For details about preset numbers, see “Storing the
Camera Status (Preset Function)” (page 34).
CSELECT knob and button
Use to select menu items.
For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
DVALUE knob and button
Use to select the settings of menu items.
For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
ECANCEL button
Use to move from a lower level to a higher level in
the hierarchy for menu items that have a multi-level
hierarchy.
FRM MENU button
Press this button to display the setup menu of the
unit on the LCD panel.
For details about menu operations, see “Menu
Operations” (page 12).
GCAM MENU button
Press and hold this button to display the setup menu
of the camera on the monitor output of the camera.
Nothing is displayed on the LCD panel of the unit.
For details about operation, see “Operating the
Camera Setup Menu from the Unit (Camera Menu
Operation Mode)” (page 35).
Camera selection block
Use to select the target camera to control.
When using LAN connection, the unit can control up to
100 cameras.
When using serial connection, the unit can control up to
7 cameras.
ACAMERA 1 to CAMERA 10 buttons
Selects the target camera from within a group.
For details about selecting the target camera, see
“Selecting a Camera” (page 27).
BGROUP LEFT button, group number display,
GROUP RIGHT button
Select the target camera group using the GROUP
LEFT button and GROUP RIGHT button. The
number of the selected group is displayed in the
group number display.
Group numbers are used with LAN connections.
For details about selecting a group, see “Selecting a
Camera” (page 27).
Lens control block
Use to control the lens (adjustment and settings) of the
target camera.
The lens control block is enabled when the 5ACTIVE
button is lit. Note that the ZOOM SPEED knob is always
enabled.
Button name Assigned menu item
ASSIGN 4 Sets DETAIL LEVEL on the target
camera.
ASSIGN 5 Sets KNEE POINT on the target
camera.
ASSIGN 6 Sets AE LEVEL on the target camera.
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AIRIS knob
Adjusts the iris of the target camera.
For details, see “To adjust the exposure manually”
(page 31).
BAE button
Switches the exposure mode of the target camera.
When the button is turned on (button is lit), auto
adjustment mode is selected. When the button is
turned off (button is not lit), the exposure mode set
in the RM menu is selected.
For details, see “To adjust the exposure
automatically” (page 31).
CZOOM SPEED knob
Sets the speed of zoom operations.
For details, see “To control the zoom using the
ZOOM lever on the lens control block” (page 30).
DZOOM lever
Controls the zoom operation of the target camera.
For details, see “To control the zoom using the
ZOOM lever on the lens control block” (page 30).
EACTIVE button
Enables/disables the lens control block.
When the button is pressed, turning it on (button is
lit), the lens control block becomes enabled.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit), the
lens control block becomes disabled.
FFOCUS SPEED knob
Sets the focus speed when adjusting the focus
manually.
For details, see “To adjust the focus manually”
(page 31).
GAUTO FOCUS mode button
Switches between automatic (button is lit) and
manual (button is not lit) focus adjustment mode on
the target camera.
For details, see “To adjust the focus automatically”
(page 31).
HO.P.A.F (one-push auto focus) button
Press during manual focus adjustment mode to
execute one-push auto adjustment.
For details, see “One-push auto focus during
manual focus adjustment” (page 31).
IFOCUS adjustment knob
Adjusts the focus of the target camera manually.
For details, see “To adjust the focus manually”
(page 31).
Preset memory control block
Use to execute the Preset function for storing and
recalling camera status (such as pan, tilt, zoom position
settings) in internal memory on the camera.
The preset memory control block is enabled when the
4ACTIVE button is lit.
Note
The number of presets varies depending on the model
and firmware version of the camera. For details, refer to
the Operating Instructions supplied with the camera.
APRESET 1 button to PRESET 10/0 button
Use to enter the number (preset number) for
registering and recalling a preset camera status.
For details, see “Storing the Camera Status (Preset
Function)” (page 34).
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BDIRECT RECALL button
Recalls a preset stored in the target camera. Direct
recall mode is enabled when the button is lit. Press
PRESET 1 to PRESET 10/0 to recall the stored
settings immediately.
For details, see “Storing the Camera Status (Preset
Function)” (page 34).
CCLEAR button
Clears the currently entered preset number.
DACTIVE button
Enables/disables operation of the preset memory
control block.
When the button is turned on (button is lit), the
preset memory control block becomes enabled.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit), the
preset memory control block becomes disabled.
ESTORE button
Stores the camera status in the internal memory of
the camera for the specified preset number.
For details, see “Storing the Camera Status (Preset
Function)” (page 34).
FRECALL button
Recalls a preset stored in the target camera.
For details, see “Recalling stored status” (page 34).
Joystick control block
Use to control the pan, tilt, and zoom of the target
camera using a joystick.
The joystick control block is enabled when the
4ACTIVE button is lit.
Select the target camera to control the pan, tilt, and zoom
using a joystick.
For details about camera pan, tilt, and zoom operations,
see “Pan and tilt control” (page 29) and “Zoom control”
(page 30).
AJoystick
Controls the pan, tilt, and zoom operation of the
target camera.
Pan/tilt: Incline the joystick left/right to rotate the
camera counterclockwise/clockwise (pan left/
right), incline the joystick forward/backward to
tilt the camera up/down. The panning/tilting
speed changes according to the angle at which
you incline the joystick. Movement stops when
the joystick returns to the center position
(position the joystick returns to after removing
your hand).
Zoom: Turn the ZOOM ring on the upper part of
the joystick clockwise to make the subject larger
(zoom in). Turn it counterclockwise to make the
subject smaller (zoom out).
A-a Joystick button
Press and hold to return the orientation of the
camera to face the front.
A-b ZOOM ring
Controls the zoom.
For details, see “To control the zoom using the
ZOOM ring on the top of the joystick” (page 30).
BPAN-TILT SPEED knob
Adjusts the speed of pan/tilt operations in response
to the joystick.
For details, see “To adjust the pan/tilt speed”
(page 29).
CP/T RST (pan/tilt reset) button
Press the button to reset the pan/tilt position of the
target camera.
DACTIVE button
Enables/disables operation of the joystick control
block.
When the button is turned on (button is lit),
operation of the joystick control block becomes
enabled.
When the button is turned off (button is not lit),
operation of the joystick control block becomes
disabled.
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Rear
AAnti-theft wire attachment point
Attach a wire to prevent theft.
BGround connection
CGPI I/O connector
Used as a tally input from an external device or as a
contact output connector of the selected camera
number.
DLAN (network) connector (RJ-45)
Use for LAN connection.
Connect a LAN hub (10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)
using a LAN cable (category 5 or higher).
When a link is established, the green indicator
lights, and it blinks during communication. For
100BASE-TX connections, the yellow indicator
lights.
Notes
• For safety, do not connect the connector for
peripheral device wiring that might have
excessive voltage to this port. Follow the
instructions for this port.
• When you connect the LAN cable of the unit to
peripheral device, use a shielded-type cable to
prevent malfunction due to radiation noise.
EVISCA RS-422 connector (RJ-45)
Used for VISCA RS-422 serial connection.
F12V!(DC power supply input)
connector
Connect to an AC power adapter.
GCord clamper
Clamp the cord of the AC power adapter to prevent
the cord from being pulled out of the unit.
1Release the lock of the cord clamper.
2Connect an AC adapter.
3Thread the cord of the AC power adapter
through the cord clamper, then close the lock.
HPower switch
Turns the power ^(on) and 1(off).
Note
When the unit is mounted in a console desk, turn
the power on/off using the main power supply of
the console desk.
IScrew holes
Mounting points available for use when not
mounting the unit on a flat surface.
Screw holes are provided on all sides, with the
screw holes on the front, left, and right sides
protected by covers (six locations).
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Cord clamper
Cord of the AC adapter

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Side / front
AScrew hole protective covers
When mounting the unit on other than a flat surface,
remove the screw hole protective covers and secure
the unit in place with screws.
There are a total of six covers on the front, left, and
right sides.
Note
• Use standard size screws with the following
dimensions.
• Do not overtighten the screws. Overtightening
the screws may damage the unit.
• Store the removed screw hole protective covers in
a safe location.
• Using screws other than 6 mm to 10 mm may
result in faulty installation or damage to the
interior of the machine, resulting in malfunction.
Removing the screw hole protective covers
1 Bend the tip of a thin rod about 2 mm, and insert it
into the hole of the screw hole protective cover.
Use a paper clip or other object with a diameter of
about 1 mm.
2 Pull the screw hole protective covers straight out.
BRatings label (bottom)
Displays the model name and electrical ratings
information.
The nameplate is located on the bottom.
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4=6 mm to 10 mm
M3 screw
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Menu Operations
The menu control block is used to configure the device
settings and camera settings.
One of the three menus (RM menu, camera menu, or
FUNCTION menu) is always selected.
When the RM menu or FUNCTION menu is selected,
the menu items and settings are displayed on the LCD
panel.
When the camera menu is selected, nothing is displayed
on the LCD panel.
Note
Except for the OPERATION menu, return to the top
menu when operating a camera. If a lower-level menu is
displayed, cameras cannot be operated.
ARM menu
This menu is used to configure picture quality
adjustments and compensation functions on target
cameras, configure the unit, execute/configure auto
assign functions on cameras, and for performing
configuration from a connected setup PC.
When the RM menu button is turned on, RM menu
setup mode is invoked and the top menu is
displayed on the LCD panel.
For details, see “RM Menu List” (page 43).
BCamera menu
Turns the superimposed output of the camera setup
menu on the camera image on/off. When turned on,
operation of the setup menu on the camera using the
knobs and buttons on the menu control block and
the joystick is enabled.
For details, see “Operating the Camera Setup Menu
from the Unit (Camera Menu Operation Mode)”
(page 35).
CFUNCTION menu
This menu is used to configure functions assigned
to buttons using shortcuts.
For details, see “Setting Specific Functions using
Shortcuts (FUNCTION Menu)” (page 37).
Basic menu operations
Buttons and knobs used for RM menu
operations
*1 A confirmation message appears for settings that display an
EXEC item.
*2 If the CANCEL button is pressed before attempting to save,
the menu display goes back one level and restores the
existing setting.
*3 For details about items saved with a preset number, refer to
the operating instructions of each camera.
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Operation Buttons and knobs used
OPERATION
menu
CONFIG, AUTO IP SETUP,
or MAINTENANCE menu
Display the top
menu.
Press the RM MENU button.
Select a top
menu item.
Turn the SELECT knob.
Confirm the
menu item
selection.
Press the SELECT button.
Select a setup
menu item.
Turn the SELECT knob.
Confirm the
setup menu
item selection.
Press the SELECT button.
Select a setup
menu sub item.
Turn the SELECT knob.
Change the
setting of the
setup menu sub
item.
Turn the VALUE knob.
Confirm the
changed
setting.
Confirmation
not required.
Press the VALUE button.*1
Save settings. Saved on the
camera using
the camera
preset memory
function.*3
Save on the unit.
Go back one
level in the
menu.
Press the
CANCEL
button.
Press the CANCEL
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Typical RM menu operation
1 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
2 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to the
desired item to set.
The cursor moves up/down as the SELECT knob is
turned.
3 Press the SELECT button.
The menu for the selected item appears.
4 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to the
desired setup menu item.
The cursor moves up/down as the SELECT knob is
turned.
5 Press the SELECT button.
The selected menu item and its setup items appear.
6 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to the
desired item.
The cursor moves up/down as the SELECT knob is
turned.
7 Turn the VALUE knob to select the setting.
To configure items in other menus
Press the CANCEL button to return to the parent item in
the menu, and then use the same procedure.
To save a setting in the unit
Press the VALUE button after adjusting the setting.
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Cursor
Cursor
Cursor Selected setting

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Getting Started
Connections
You can connect the unit to cameras using VISCA over
IP (LAN) connection or VISCA RS-422 (serial)
connection.
The connection method that is used is displayed at the
bottom of the CONFIG menu item in the RM menu.
VISCA over IP (LAN) connection
VISCA RS-422 (serial) connection
• For details about VISCA over IP (LAN) connection,
see “VISCA over IP (LAN) connection” (page 14).
• For details about VISCA RS-422 (serial) connection,
see “VISCA RS-422 (serial) connection” (page 21).
For details about connections, refer to the operating
instructions supplied with the camera.
VISCA over IP (LAN) connection
VISCA over IP (LAN) connection is configured using
the following sequence.
Setting the IP address of the unit
Before connection, set the IP address of the unit.
The setting is configured using CONFIG >LAN in the
RM menu.
1 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
2 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
CONFIG.
3 Press the SELECT button.
The CONFIG menu appears.
4 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to LAN,
and press the SELECT button.
Setting the IP address of the unit (page 14)
m
Connecting remote controllers, cameras, and setup PC
using LAN connection (page 16)
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Assigning cameras (page 17)
• Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP >SETUP IP
(page 17)
• Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP >ASSIGN
CAM (page 18)
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The LAN menu appears.
The MAC address is displayed at the bottom.
5 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to IP.
6 Set the IP address using the SELECT knob and
VALUE knob/button.
The default setting is 192.168.0.10.
1Turn the SELECT knob clockwise to move the
cursor to the first three digits (for example,
192).
IP:p192. 168. 0. 10
2Turn the VALUE knob to set the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value, and
turning counterclockwise decreases the value.
3Turn the SELECT knob to move to the next
number and repeat step 2to set the other
numbers.
7 Set SM (subnet mask) and GW (default gateway
address) in the same way as described in steps 5and
6.
8 When finished making all settings, move the cursor
to APPLY.
9 Turn the VALUE knob to change NOT EXEC to
EXEC, then press the VALUE button.
The following message appears, prompting you to
reboot the unit.
10 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
CONFIRM.
11 Turn the VALUE knob to change NO to YES, then
press the VALUE button.
The unit reboots automatically.
Upon rebooting, the IP address setting is
completed.

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Connecting remote controllers, cameras, and setup PC using LAN connection
Connection example
1 Connect the LAN connector of the units and LAN
connector of the cameras using LAN cables.
You can connect up to 100 cameras and five remote
controllers on the same network.
2 To configure setting of the unit and cameras using
setup software, connect a PC to the same network.
• Use shielded-type LAN cables to prevent
malfunction that may result from radiation noise.
• Use a LAN cable (category 5 or higher).
• Connect the cameras, remote controllers, and PC
via switching hubs (10BASE-T or 100BASE-
TX). Use on a network with significant packet
loss or delay may cause a malfunction. Use a
high-quality network.
• Do not mix 10BASE-T and 100BASE-TX in the
network.
• The IP address of the unit is set to 192.168.0.10,
and the IP address of a camera and BRBK-IP10
EXT SYNC IN
TERMI-
NATION
ON OFF
ON OFF
LINE OUT
SDI 1
OSD
LAN
SDI 2
MONITOR OUTHDMI OUT
SDI 1 SDI 2
IN
SYSTEM
SELECT
IR SELECT CAMERA SETUP
123
VISCA RS- 422 OUT 12V
HDMI OUT SDI OUT
SYSTEM
SELECT
MIC
RL
(PLUG IN POWER)
RAUD RATE VISCA RS-422 IR SELECT
LAN
MODE VISCA RS-422RS-232C !
LAN
RGB/COMPONENT
VISCA RS-422
1 2 34 5 6 7 89
EXT SYNC IN
IR SELECT
75
1 2 3
OFF ON HD SD
IN VISCA RS-232 OUT SDI OUT DC IN 12V
R
VIDEO SVIDEO
SDI OUTLAN
12
BRBK-IP10
ON
HD SD
OFF
DATAMI X
RM-IP500
BRC-H900
BRBK-IP10 IP
control card*3
RM-IP10 Switching hub
BRC-X1000,
BRC-H800
Video switcher*1
SRG-360SHE
Setup PC
Video monitor
Remote control signal: LAN cable (category 5 or higher)
Tally/contact signal: Connection cable with D-sub 15-pin connectors*2
Video signal: HDMI cable*2
Video signal: Connection cable with BNC connectors
Signal flow
*1 For an example connection with a video switcher, see “Connection with a video switcher” (page 24).
*2 Use a connection cable designed for the switcher being used. For the specifications of the GPI I/O connector of
the unit, see “Pin assignments” (page 52).
*3 To connect the BRC-H900 using a LAN connection, a BRBK-IP10 IP control card must be installed. In addition,
use an IP control card with firmware version 2.1 or later.

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IP control card is set to 192.168.0.100 by factory
default.
• Connecting stackable switching hubs in up to 2-
tier configuration is recommended to avoid
network delay.
Notes
• Do not connect more than 100 cameras, five
remote controllers, and one setup PC across all
networks, even if controlling a camera that is on
a network of a different segment via a router. If
you connect more devices than this, problems
may occur, such as control delays or cameras are
operated incorrectly due to IP address
duplication.
• If you perform the setup from multiple PCs, the
settings may not be made correctly. Perform the
setup from one PC.
• Set the setup PC so that only the network that you
use is enabled.
• Do not connect cameras and remote controllers to
a public network.
3 Connect the cameras and remote controllers to AC
outlets using AC adapters and AC power cords.
The cameras pan/tilt automatically when power is
turned on.
Assigning cameras
Link the camera numbers, used for operating cameras
from the unit, with the cameras on the network. This is
called camera assignment.
A list of the assigned cameras is saved in the unit as a
camera table.
Camera numbers are sequential in each group, and are
selected using the GROUP buttons and CAMERA
number buttons of the camera selection block.
Camera assignments are performed using AUTO IP
SETUP >SETUP IP or AUTO IP SETUP >ASSIGN
CAM in the RM menu.
Note
Only cameras that are on the same segment as the
remote controller can be assigned using AUTO IP
SETUP.
Use the setup software to assign cameras on different
segments.
1 Check that the assigned camera is connected to the
network, and that the camera power is turned on.
2 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
3 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
AUTO IP SETUP.
4 Press the SELECT button.
The AUTO IP SETUP menu appears.
5 Turn the SELECT knob to select SETUP IP or
ASSIGN CAM, and press the SELECT button.
Select one of the following methods, depending on
the type of camera assignment.
• For connections on a new network: “Assignment
using AUTO IP SETUP >SETUP IP” (page 17)
• For adding an assignment to an existing network:
“Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP >ASSIGN
CAM” (page 18)
Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP >SETUP
IP
This method detects cameras on the network, and
automatically assigns the IP address setting and
camera number for unregistered cameras.
Use this method when constructing a new network.
With this method, you specify the range of IP
addresses assigned to cameras by entering the start
address in [FROM] and the end address in [TO].
Set the range of IP addresses for assignment so that
they are in the same segment as the remote
controller.
Note
The same IP address as a remote controller cannot
be set.
The subnet mask (SM) and gateway address (GW)
of the camera are assigned the same settings as the
remote controller.
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1Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
IP under [FROM].
2Set the start value of the IP addresses to assign
to newly registered cameras.
Turn the SELECT knob clockwise to move the
cursor to the first three digits (for example,
192).
IP: p192. 168. 0. 100
3Turn the VALUE knob to set the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value, and
turning counterclockwise decreases the value.
4Turn the SELECT knob to move to the next
number and repeat step 3to set the other
numbers.
5Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
IP under [TO].
6Set the end value of the IP addresses to assign
to newly registered cameras.
Turn the SELECT knob clockwise to move the
cursor to the first three digits (for example,
192).
IP:p192. 168. 0. 199
7Turn the VALUE knob to set the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value, and
turning counterclockwise decreases the value.
8Turn the SELECT knob to move to the next
number and repeat step 7to set the other
numbers.
9When finished making all settings, turn the
SELECT knob to move the cursor to SETUP IP.
0Turn the VALUE knob to change NOT EXEC
to EXEC, then press the VALUE button.
A confirmation message appears.
qa Turn the VALUE knob to change NO to YES,
then press the VALUE button.
qs Check the camera assignment result using
AUTO IP SETUP >CAMERA TABLE in the
RM menu.
For details about displaying CAMERA
TABLE, see “To check the camera table”
(page 20).
Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP
>ASSIGN CAM
This method is used to assign camera numbers to
cameras that already have a configured IP address.
With this method, you can specify the group
number and camera number of the camera selection
button from which to start assignments.
For details about the group number and camera
number, see “Selecting a Camera” (page 27).
Note
Only cameras within the same segment can be
assigned.
1Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
GROUP NUM.
Set the group number for which to begin
assignment.
2Turn the VALUE knob to set the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value, and
turning counterclockwise decreases the value.
3Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
CAMERA NUM.
Set the camera number for which to begin
assignment.
4Turn the VALUE knob to set the value.
Turning clockwise increases the value, and
turning counterclockwise decreases the value.
5When finished making all settings, turn the
SELECT knob to move the cursor to KEEP IP.
6Turn the VALUE knob to change NOT EXEC
to EXEC, then press the VALUE button.
A confirmation message appears.

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7Turn the VALUE knob to change NO to YES,
then press the VALUE button.
To add cameras
Perform the configuration again using AUTO IP SETUP
>SETUP IP or AUTO IP SETUP >ASSIGN CAM.
Assigned cameras are added to the bottom of the camera
table.
For details, see “Assignment using AUTO IP SETUP
>SETUP IP” (page 17) or “Assignment using AUTO IP
SETUP >ASSIGN CAM” (page 18).
To clear the camera table
You can clear all the camera information stored in the
camera table.
Note
The camera table cannot be restored once it has been
cleared.
1 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
2 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
AUTO IP SETUP.
3 Press the SELECT button.
The AUTO IP SETUP menu appears.
4 Turn the SELECT knob to select CLEAR TABLE,
and press the SELECT button.
The CLEAR TABLE menu appears.
5 Turn the VALUE knob to change NOT EXEC to
EXEC, then press the VALUE button.
A confirmation message appears.
6 Turn the VALUE knob to change NO to YES, then
press the VALUE button.
To swap camera numbers
You can change the camera numbers after IP addresses
have been configured automatically.
1 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
2 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
AUTO IP SETUP.
3 Press the SELECT button.
The AUTO IP SETUP menu appears.
4 Turn the SELECT knob to select SWAP CAM, and
press the SELECT button.
The SWAP CAM menu appears.
This screen is used to swap the camera information
of CAMERA A and CAMERA B.
5 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
CAMERA A.
6 Turn the VALUE knob to change the camera group
number and the camera number of the camera to
swap.
The IP address and MAC address of the
corresponding camera are displayed in IP and
MAC, respectively.
7 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
CAMERA B.
8 Enter the camera group number and the camera
number of the camera to swap using the same
procedure for CAMERA A.
pCAMERA A : 01-01
Camera number
Group number

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9 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
SWAP A<=>B.
pSWAP A<=>B : NOT EXEC
10 Turn the VALUE knob to change NOT EXEC to
EXEC, then press the VALUE button.
A confirmation message appears.
11 Turn the VALUE knob to change NO to YES, then
press the VALUE button.
12 Check the result using AUTO IP SETUP
>CAMERA TABLE in the RM menu.
To check the camera table
You can check all the camera information in the camera
table.
1 Press the RM MENU button, turning it on (button
is lit yellow).
The RM menu top menu appears.
2 Turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor to
AUTO IP SETUP.
3 Press the SELECT button.
The AUTO IP SETUP menu appears.
4 Turn the SELECT knob to select CAMERA
TABLE, and press the SELECT button.
The CAMERA TABLE menu appears.
The camera information for cameras 1 to 5 in group
1 are displayed on the screen.
You can check the camera information for other
cameras not displayed by turning the VALUE knob.
The camera information for cameras 01 to 05 in a
group are displayed when LOWER is selected.
The camera information for cameras 06 to 10 in a
group are displayed when UPPER is selected.
LOWER display UPPER display
You can turn the SELECT knob to move the cursor
to CAM INFO, then turn the VALUE knob to
switch the camera information between IP ADD
and MAC ADD display.
In IP ADD display, the IP addresses of the cameras
are displayed.
In MAC ADD display, the MAC addresses of the
cameras are displayed.
MAC address display
pGROUP NUM : 01-LOWER
LOWER or UPPER
Group number
<CAMERA TABLE>
pGROUP NUM : 01-LOWER
CAM INFO : IP ADD
01:192.168. 0.100
02:192.168. 0.101
03:192.168. 0.102
04:192.168. 0.103
05:192.168. 0.104
<CAMERA TABLE>
pGROUP NUM : 01-UPPER
CAM INFO : IP ADD
06:192.168. 0.105
07:192.168. 0.106
08:192.168. 0.107
09:192.168. 0.108
10:192.168. 0.109
pCAM INFO : IP ADD
IP ADD or MAC ADD