Sony SNC-RZ30N/2 User manual

NETWORK COLOR CAMERA
SNC-RZ30N (NTSC)
The Network Camera Experience
- Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere
The Network Camera Experience
- Anyone, Anytime, Anywhere

90 degrees
25 degrees
340 degrees
Features and Benefits
■ Remote Monitoring/Control Over
Networks Using a Standard Web
Browser
The SNC-RZ30N is equipped with a 10/100 Base-T
Ethernet interface and has a web server capability with
an assignable IP address. These features coupled with
the camera’s built-in software allow the user to control
the camera and view live images over a network. All that
is required is a PC running a standard web browser.
No additional software or plug-ins are required. The
following operating systems and browsers are supported
by the SNC-RZ30N:
• SNC-RZ30N Setting Menu
• SNC-RZ30N Viewer
Operating System Web Browser
Microsoft®Windows® 98/98SE/ Microsoft Internet Explorer
Me/NT4.0/2000/XP version 5.5 and 6.0
■ Pan/Tilt Range
■ High-Speed, Quiet Pan/Tilt/Zoom
(PTZ)
It’s easy to locate almost any position in the viewable
area surrounding the SNC-RZ30N using its high-speed
PTZ capability. Of all PTZ-capable network cameras, the
SNC-RZ30N has one of the widest ranges in its class: a
pan range of 340°, a tilt range of 115°, plus a 25x optical
/ 300x digital zoom capability. The full 340° pan range
can be covered in 2 seconds, and the -90° to +25° tilt
range can be covered in 1.5 seconds. In addition to the
wide range of motion and high-speed movements, the
SNC-RZ30N incorporates gearless direct-drive motors
that ensure exceptionally quiet operation.
25x Optical Zoom (simulated images)

■ High-Quality Image/Selectable Parameters
The SNC-RZ30N has a number of selectable parameters that
make it easy to match the quality of the image with your
bandwidth requirements. For example, the SNC-RZ30N, which
uses the industry-standard JPEG compression format, has a
compression ratio selectable between 1/5 and 1/60. Also, with
a maximum setting of 30 fps*1, the frame rate can either be set
manually at a fixed frame rate, or at a variable frame rate based
on the amount of bandwidth available. Furthermore, the
resolution can be selected from a choice of 736 x 480, 640 x
480, 320 x 240, and 160 x 120. With a high-speed network
connection, you can obtain high-quality video images, and
with a limited bandwidth connection, you can set the
parameters so that images are still very clear with no image
break-up.
■ Two Type II PCMCIA Expansion Slots
Two Type II PCMCIA card slots are integrated into the
SNC-RZ30N. These slots can be used to increase the
storage capacity of the unit by adding either a flash
memory card or an ATA Hard Disk Drive (HDD)
card.*5 IC recording media such as a Memory Stick
media card with a Memory Stick/PC card adaptor
can be used as well.
■ Image Transfer Using FTP/SMTP
Because the SNC-RZ30N supports both FTP and SMTP
protocols, JPEG still image data can be transferred, as
required, either to an FTP server or to a specified e-mail
address as a JPEG attachment.
■ Activity Detection/Alarm Trigger
The SNC-RZ30N has a built-in activity detection function
that can be set to trigger an alarm or a switch. For example,
when there is movement in the field-of-view of the camera,
the camera could set off an audible alarm or turn on a lamp.
In addition to using the built-in activity detection function,
the SNC-RZ30N can be configured with up to three external
sensors for expanded functionality. Any or all of these
sensors can be set to trigger an alarm, or to send a signal to
a solenoid to perform functions such as locking a door.
Other functions can also be performed such as sending the
image that was captured at the time the alarm was triggered
to an e-mail address or to an FTP server. Also, because
the SNC-RZ30N has 8 MB of RAM designated as a buffer
and a high-speed data-transfer capability of up to 30 fps,
hundreds of images from before and after the alarm was
triggered can be buffered in the RAM and transferred.
■ Analog Composite Video Output
The SNC-RZ30N can output an analog composite
video signal via the BNC connector on the unit’s rear
panel. This is an ideal feature for sending signals to
a local recording device or monitor.
■ RS-232C/485 Transparency Interface
External equipment can be connected to the
RS-232C/485 interface of the SNC-RZ30N, and can
be controlled by a PC connected to the network on
which the SNC-RZ30N resides.
■ REAR PANEL
PCMCIA Type II x 2
*5: Slots cannot be used simultaneously.

■ Simultaneous Access
Up to 50 users can simultaneously access a single
SNC-RZ30N to monitor images and control the
camera. One of two control modes for the camera
can be set by the administrator, allowing control of
the unit to be shared by a number of users. One
mode gives priority to the user who last attempted to
control the camera, while the other mode is
time-based. When this mode is set, priority is given
to a user for a specified amount of time and when
time expires, the next person who takes control is
given priority for that same amount of time.
■ Network Security Features
IP Filtering - User access to the SNC-RZ30N can be limited
by IP filtering. Up to ten different groups can be established
by defining an IP address range for each group. This allows
users with IP addresses in a defined range to access the
camera, while denying access to all other addresses.
Password Protection - User names and passwords can
be assigned to allow four levels of access. Generally,
the administrator has complete access/control of the
camera, while the other three levels can be set to
limit user privileges to functions such as PTZ control,
viewing, trigger control, etc.
■ Other Features
Direct Pointing or Vectoring - There is an alternative method of controlling the pan and tilt of the SNC-RZ30N. When
this other method is selected, an on-screen simulated pad appears on the GUI (Graphical User Interface) allowing
“direct pointing” or “vectoring” to control the camera.
“Tour” Feature - The “tour” feature allows the user to preset up to five scanning patterns with up to 16 positions in
each scan. This is useful when you wish to monitor designated areas in a room.
Cropping Feature - The administrator can designate an area in the image to be cropped. This feature is particularly
useful when you wish to monitor a specific location. In addition, it reduces the size of the image file, making the
storage and transfer of images more efficient.
Day/Night Mode - The SNC-RZ30N has a unique day/night mode, which allows images to be viewed even in low
light conditions.
Sample System Configuration
Monitor
100 BASE-TX
LAN
SNC-RZ30N
(NTSC)
Video
out
Flash ATA/HD
Passive Infrared
Sensor (PIR)
Alarm in
PCMCIA
TYPEII x 2
Relay out
Activity Detection/IR cont out
Video Cassette Recorder
or
Hard disk Recorder

Network cameras have been steadily making their way into the market over
the past few years, yet few have been designed with the thought that went
into Sony's color network camera, the SNC-RZ30N.
*1 The SNC-RZ30N offers a maximum frame rate of 30 fps. In order to achieve the maximum
frame rate, an adequate client PC processor speed and an adequate network environment
are required.
*2 FlashATAcard,ATA HDD card, Memory Stick media card and Memory Stick/PC CardAdaptor
are not included.
Combining network functionality with a Pan/Tilt/Zoom (PTZ) capability, the SNC-RZ30N takes
remote monitoring and general IT applications to the next step by offering the flexibility to see almost
anything within the camera's range and field-of-view over an ordinary TCP/IP network. Images from the
SNC-RZ30N can be viewed and the PTZ movement can be controlled using a PC running a standard
browser without the need for additional software or plug-ins. Moreover, setup is very easy because the
setup menu is also browser-based.
The SNC-RZ30N features a 25x optical zoom capability that allows a user to zoom in on small or
distant objects with exceptional clarity. Image quality is extremely high because the SNC-RZ30N uses
a high-resolution CCD imager and a newly designed image processor. The SNC-RZ30N employs JPEG
compression and can be set up to transfer these JPEG images to an FTP server or to a specified e-mail
address. Also, the frame rate for this camera can be set as high as 30 fps*1, which makes for very
smooth moving images. The SNC-RZ30N features built-in PCMCIA card slots to further expand the
camera's memory with a flash ATA card, an ATA HDD card, or a Memory StickTM media card with
adaptor*2, allowing you to store tens of thousands of images.
Finally, unlike most network cameras, the SNC-RZ30N has an analog composite video output connector
for outputting video to a local recorder, making it ideal for reviewing activity that might have been missed
while monitoring in real time.
All of this functionality is packaged into one sleek, compact, and lightweight body that can be either
ceiling mounted or placed on a flat surface. The feature rich SNC-RZ30N is an ideal chioce for
virtually any IP remote monitoring application.

MSA-8A/16A/32A/64A/128A
Memory Stick
(8 MB/16 MB/32 MB/64 MB/128MB)
MSAC-PC2
Memory Stick/PC Card Adaptor
Supplied Accessories
Specifications
Optional Accessories
■General
Weight 2 lb 10 oz (1.2 kg)
Power requirements DC 12 V via AC adaptor (100 to 240 V)
Power consumption 21.6 W (with ATA HDD card)
Operating temperature 32 °Fto 104 °F (0 °Cto+ 40 °C)
Storage temperature -4 °Fto 104 °F (-20 °Cto+ 60 °C)
Operating humidity 20% to 80% Non-condensing
Storage humidity 20% to 95% Non-condensing
Dimensions (W x H x D) 5 5/8x 7 x 5 3/4inches (140 x 175 x 144 mm)
■Camera
Imager 1/6type Interline Transfer Super HAD CCD
Pixels 680,000 pixels (NTSC)
Electronic shutter
1/4to 1/10,000 sec. (NTSC)
Exposure Auto [Full Auto (including backlight compensation),
Shutter-priority, Iris-priority] and manual
White balance Auto, ATW, Indoor, Outdoor,
One-push (trigger command), Manual
EV Compensation -1.75 to +1.75 (15 steps)
Iris Auto/Manual (F1.6 to close)
Gain Auto/Manual (-3 dB to 28 dB)
Focus mode Auto/Manual (Near, Far, One-push autofocus)
■Lens
Zoom Ratio 25x optical zoom, 300x with digital zoom
Horizontal viewing angle 2.0 degrees to 45 degrees
Focal length f = 2.4 mm to 60 mm
F-number F1.6 (wide), F2.7 (tele)
Minimum object distance Tele: 800 mm Wide: 30 mm
■System/Network
CPU 32-bit RISC processor
RAM 32 MB (includes 8 MB alarm buffer)
Embedded flash memory 8 MB
Resolution 736 x 480, 640 x 480, 320 x 240, 160 x 120 (NTSC)
Compression JPEG
Compression ratio 1/5~ 1/60 (10 steps)
Frame rate 30 fps max. (640 x 480) (NTSC)*
Protocols DHCP, TCP/IP, HTTP, ARP, FTP, SMTP, ICMP, and SNMP
* Depending on network environment
■Interfaces
Ethernet 100Base-TX /10Base-T (RJ-45)
PCMCIA Type II x 2
Video Output Analog Composite (BNC x1)
Sensor in 3
Alarm out 2
Serial IF RS-232C/485 (transparency only)
■Analog Video Output
Signal system SNC-RZ30N (NTSC)
Sync system Internal
Horizontal resolution 480 TV lines
S/N ratio 48 dB
Min. illumination 3 lx (color)
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Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.
Features and specifications are subject to change without notice.
All non-metric weights and measurements are approximate.
Some images in this catalog are simulated.
Sony is a registered trademark of Sony.
Memory Stick and Memory Stick logo are trademarks of Sony.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.
Ceiling Mount Kit
■Pan/Tilt
Pan angle -170 to +170 degrees
Pan speed 2 sec./340 degrees
Tilt angle -90 to +25 degrees
Tilt speed 1.5 sec./115 degrees
AC power adaptor
AC power cable
Ethernet cable (UTP category 5 cross cable)
CD-ROM (setup program and user's guide)
I/O receptacle
Installation manual
Ferrite core
Printed in USA (8/02)
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