Sony Ipela SNC-CS50N User manual

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Network Camera
SNC-CS50N

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SNC-CS50N
• High Frame Rate
(30 fps)
• High Sensitivity
(Minimum illumiantion
0.4 lx)
• Intelligent Motion Detection
• Intelligent Object Detection
• Anti-tampering
Function
• JPEG, MPEG-4, H.264
Compression Formats
• Dual Encoding Capability
• User-Friendly GUI
Intelligence UsabilityReality
Sony introduces a new addition to its Network Camera Lineup, the SNC-CS50N.
This color IP network camera is ideal for applications ranging from surveillance
to remote monitoring in areas such as shopping malls, airports, warehouses
and more.
The SNC-CS50N incorporates a highly sensitive 1/3-type CCD with
SuperExwaveTM technology for superb picture quality and high sensitivity with a
minimum illumination of 0.4 lx at F 0.95, 50 IRE. This camera comes equipped
with an auto iris, high-performance vari-focal lens and features a CS mount
that offers users the flexibility to replace the existing lens with a different lens
to match the application requirements.
This camera also offers a variety of key features for surveillance and remote
monitoring, such as a Day/Night function to provide clear monitoring images
even in low light conditions, Intelligent Motion Detection, and Intelligent
Object Detection.
Using advanced image processing technology, the SNC-CS50N provides three
compression formats: JPEG, MPEG-4, and H.264*1 allowing users to choose
the appropriate compression format to match the network environment and
monitoring applications. A high-frame rate of 30 fps when the image size is
VGA (640 x 480) for JPEG and MPEG-4 can be achieved, providing clear and
smooth moving images while monitoring. Also, because the SNC-CS50N
employs a newly developed “Dual Encoding Capability,” JPEG and MPEG-4
images can be streamed simultaneously, further expanding monitoring
applications possibilities.
This feature rich, intelligent, high-performance camera can take your
surveillance and remote monitoring applications to the next level.
Choose the SNC-CS50N to meet your IP monitoring needs.
The Sony SNC-CS50N Network Camera –
An Easy to Operate, High-Performance Color
IP Network Camera that Takes Remote
Monitoring to the Next Level
*1 H.264 compressed video cannot be viewed using a browser. This function will be available with a software upgrade in
the future.

WAN/VPN
SNC-CS50
Sample System Configuration for
Local Area Network (LAN)
ROUTER
Monitoring PC
IMZ-RS Series
Monitoring Software installed PC
MPEG-4
MPEG-4
JPEG
JPEG & MPEG-4 Images
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FEATURES
High-Quality Images
Employing the latest 1/3-type CCD with
SuperExwave technology, the SNC-CS50N
delivers exceptional picture quality for your
remote monitoring applications. Also, because
the minimum illumination level is 0.4 lx at F 0.95
in color, the camera operates extremely well
even in low-light conditions.
Selectable JPEG, MPEG-4,
H.264*2 Compression Formats
The SNC-CS50N supports three compression
formats, JPEG, MPEG-4, and H.264. MPEG-4
provides clear moving images efficiently over
networks even with limited network bandwidth.
For higher compression, when bandwidth is
even more limited, H.264, which achieves two
times more compression than MPEG-4, is
available. If high quality still images are
preferred, then the industry standard JPEG
compression format can be untilized. The image
size can be selected from three modes to meet
your network environment and application
requirements.
*2 H.264 compressed video cannot be viewed using a
browser. This function is planned to be available through
a software upgrade in the future.
High Frame Rate
The SNC-CS50N supports a maximum frame
rate of 30fps when the image size is VGA (640
x 480) in both MPEG-4 and JPEG modes,
producing clear and smooth-moving images.
The frame rate can also be set to a variable
rate that automatically adjusts to the available
bandwidth according to the system
requirements.
Slim and Stylish Design With Front
and Rear Covers
The SNC-CS50N comes equipped with a stylish
front lens cover and a convenient rear panel
cover for cable management, thus, the camera is
less likely to detract from the natural décor of the
room in which it is installed.
Dual Codec (Dual Streaming)
Capability (Fig. 1)
The SNC-CS50N is equipped with a dual
encoding capability that enables the camera to
generate both MPEG-4 and JPEG images
simultaneously. For example, you can set up
your system to transfer MPEG-4 images over a
WAN or an Internet VPN, where network
bandwidth is limited, while storing high-resolution
JPEG images on a local storage device
configured on the LAN.
Fig. 1
Dual Codec (Dual Streaming)

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Alarm Functions
Intelligent Motion Detection
The SNC-CS50N is equipped with a built-in
Intelligent Motion Detection function that can
trigger a variety of actions such as storing and
transferring images or that can trigger an external
device through its output relays. Unlike with
conventional motion detection, the last
15 frames are used to calculate motion detection
information and to trigger the alarm when motion
is detected. This helps prevent unwanted noise
components from accidentally triggering
an alarm, providing a more robust detection
method.
Intelligent Object Detection*3
The SNC-CS50N can detect objects that have
been left in one place for a specified period. Up
to four detection areas can be specified. This
feature can be useful for applications such as
detecting suspicious objects in public spaces or
illegally parked cars.
*3 The intelligent object detection function and the
intelligent motion detection function cannot be used
simultaneously.
Sensor IN/Alarm OUT ports
Equipped with two sensor inputs, the
SNC-CS50N can receive triggers from external
sensors. Also, two alarm (relay) outputs can be
used to trigger other devices to perform a variety
of actions.
Pre-/Post-Alarm Image Storage
With an ATA memory card in a PC card slot, the
SNC-CS50N can store several seconds of pre-
and post-alarm images when the motion and
intelligent object detection systems or the sensor
inputs trigger an alarm.
Image Transfer Using FTP/SMTP*4
All of the pre-/post-alarm images stored in the
SNC-CS50N at the time of an alarm event can
be transferred to a FTP server for later viewing.
Also, a still image at the time of an alarm event
can be sent to a designated e-mail address.
*4 All images transferred using SMTP are in JPEG format.
Vari-Focal Lens
The SNC-CS50N comes equipped with a CS-
mount, IR compensated vari-focal lens with an
auto iris function that covers the frequently
used horizontal viewing angles of 94 to 35
degrees. Because the maximum aperture is
F 0.95, the lens can provide remarkable image
quality even in low-light conditions. While this
lens provides a viewing range that should cover
the requirements of a majority of applications,
users have the option of purchasing another
lens with a CS-mount lens having a different
focal length to meet the application
requirements.
Image Stabilizer
The image stabilizer function of the
SNC-CS50N minimizes the appearance of
shaky images caused by low-frequency
vibration so that stable and sharp images are
provided. This function is useful for outdoor
surveillance and traffic monitoring applications.
"Day/Night" Function
The SNC-CS50N offers a "Day/Night" function
to provide optimized sensitivity in both day and
night environments. As the scene darkens, the
infrared cut filter is automatically replaced with
a clear filter and the camera switches to B/W
mode, achieving a minimum illumination of less
than 0.04 lx.

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Network Features
Simultaneous Access
Up to 20 users can simultaneously access the
SNC-CS50N and monitor images separately.
Multicasting Capability
The SNC-CS50N has a built-in multicasting
capability for MPEG-4 and H.264. When
configured with a multicast router, the unit can
efficiently stream video and audio to a large
number of users.
Wireless Capability
The SNC-CS50N supports the IEEE802.11b
compliant SNCA-CFW1 Wireless LAN Card
when used in combination with a Compact
FlashTM Type PC card adaptor. This type of
wireless configuration can save time and money
during installation. In addition, the optional
SNCA-AN1 External Antenna enables the
transmission of wireless signal over a longer
distance.
Bi-Directional Audio
Incorporating an external microphone input, the
SNC-CS50N allows for audio as well as video
monitoring. The use of an external microphone
greatly enhances the ability to pickup the desired
sound from the preferred location. This unit is
also equipped with an active speaker output,
enabling users to send an alert or make an
announcement, significantly expanding the
possibilities for remote monitoring applications.
Voice Alert Function
An audio file can be uploaded to the camera,
such that the camera can play this audio file
on alarm trigger or on schedule.
Network Security Features
IP Filtering
With IP filtering, access to the SNC-CS50N can
be restricted to one or more groups of selected
users. Up to ten different groups can be
established by defining an IP address range for
each group.
Password Protection
User names and passwords can be assigned
to allow five levels of access to the
SNC-CS50N. The administrator has complete
access/control of the cameras; while the other
four levels of access can be set to limit user
privileges to functions such as zoom control,
viewing, and trigger control.
Anti-tampering Function*5
Incorporating a digital signature technology using
Public Key Infrastructure (PKI), the SNC-CS50N
allows users to verify the origin of images and
determine if images have been tampered with.
This is done by creating a digital certificate for
each camera manufactured and applying digital
signatures in the form of metadata to all images
produced by that camera; thus, the image
produced by a camera is unique only to that
camera.
*5 This function is available only with the recording software
that comply with Sony digital signature scheme. For more
details, please consult your nearest Authorized Sony
Reseller.
PC Card Slot
A PC card slot is integrated into the
SNC-CS50N, enabling you to store images
on removable media as required.
PC Card Slot
REAR PANEL

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Simple GUI Operation
The SNC-CS50N has a user-friendly GUI
accessible via a PC running the Microsoft
Internet Explorer®browser software. Setup is very
easy with intuitive icons and pull-down menus.
Analog Composite Video Output
The SNC-CS50N also has an analog composite
video signal via the BNC connector on the unit's
rear panel. This feature is ideal for outputting
image data to a local recording device or
monitor.
RS-232C Interface
The SNC-CS50N has a transparency function
available via the RS-232C interface. External
equipment can be connected and controlled by
a PC connected to the network on which the
SNC-CS50N resides.
AC 24 V, DC 12 V, or PoE Operation
The SNC-CS50N offers a choice of three types
of power : AC 24 V, DC 12 V or PoE (Power-
over-Ethernet, IEEE 802.3af). The camera's
power system automatically adapts to the
supplied power.
SYSTEM CONFIGURATION
Monitor
100Base-TX
LAN
SNC-CS50
Video
Out
Microphone
Mic In
Speaker
Audio Line Out
Hard Disk Recorder
PC Card Slot
ATA Memory Card
SNCA-CFW1
with PC Card Adaptor
(IEEE 802.11b)
Alarm Out
Alarm Out
IR Illuminator
Passive Infrared
Sensor (PIR)
Sensor In
Viewer

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OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES
DIMENSIONS
REAR PANEL LAYOUT
SNCA-CFW1
Wireless LAN Card
SNCA-AN1
Wireless LAN Antenna
(Optional accessory for the
SNCA-CFW1 Wireless LAN Card)
6 1/4(158)1 1/2(38)
10 1/2(265)
3 3/8(84)
3 7/8(96.7)
3 1/8(78.3)
2 3/4(69)
Unit: inches (mm)

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Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.
Some images in this catalog are simulated.
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SPECIFICATIONSSPECIFICATIONS
SNC-CS50N
Camera
Image device 1/3-type SuperExwave CCD
Number of effective pixels 380,000 pixels
Electronic shutter 1/60 to 1/10,000 s
Gain control Auto/Manual (0 dB to +24 dB)
Exposure control Auto, Manual, EV compensation, Backlight compensation
White balance mode ATW, ATW PRO, ONE PUSH
Lens type Vari-focal zoom lens
Horizontal viewing angles 94 ° to 35 °
Focal length f=2.9 to 8.0 mm
F-number F0.95 to F1.6
Minimum object distance 300 mm
Other functions Day/Night, Intelligent Motion Detection, Intelligent Object Detection, Anti-tampering, Image stabilizer
Image
Image size (H x V) 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120
Compression format JPEG, MPEG-4, H.264
Maximum frame rate
JPEG/MPEG-4 30 fps (640 x 480)
H.264 10 fps (640 x 480)
Compression ratio approx. 1/5 to 1/60 (10 steps)
Audio
Audio compression G.711/G.726 (40/32/24/16 kb/s)
Network
Protocols TCP/IP, HTTP, ARP, ICMP, FTP, SMTP, DHCP, DNS, NTP, SNMP (MIB-2) and RTP/RTCP
Number of clients 20
Interface
Ethernet 10Base-T/100Base-TX (RJ-45)
Serial interface RS-232C (Transparency function)
PC card slot PC card x1 (Type II)
Analog video output BNC x1, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
I/O ports Sensor in x2, Alarm out x2
External microphone input Mini-jack (monaural, 2.2 kΩ2.5 V plug-in power)
Audio line output Mini-jack (monaural), Max output level: 1 Vrms
Analog video output
Signal system NTSC (Composite)
Horizontal resolution 540 TV lines
S/N ratio 50 dB or more
Min. illumination Color: 0.4 lx (F 0.95, 50 IRE, AGC ON)
B/W: 0.04 lx (F 0.95, 50 IRE, AGC ON)
General
Weight 1 lb 10 oz (750 g) excl. cover equipment, 1 lb 15 oz (880g) incl. cover equipment
Dimensions (W x H x D) 3 3/8x 2 3/4x 7 3/4inches (84 x 69 x 196 mm) excl. cover equipment,
3 3/8x 2 3/4x 10 1/2inches (84 x 69 x 265 mm) incl. cover equipment
Power requirements AC 24 V, DC 12 V, PoE
Power consumption 9 W max. (AC 24V)
Operating temperature 32 °F to 122 °F (0 °C to 50 °C)
Storage temperature -40 °F to 140 °F (-40 °C to 60 °C)
Supplied accessories
CD-ROM (setup program and user's guide), Wire rope, Shoulder screw M4, Cable cover, Front cover, Lens cable cover, Screw for front cover
System requirements
Operating system Microsoft Windows 2000/XP
Processor CPU: Intel Pentium®IV 1.5 GHz or higher
Memory RAM: 256 MB or more
Web browser Microsoft Internet Explorer®Ver.6.0 or later
S-SNCCS50N
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