3-854-213-01 (1)

Remote Control Unit
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Manual de instrucciones Gebrauchsanweisung

RM-BR300

2004 Sony Corporation

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VALUE LOCK PANEL LIGHT RESET BLACK LIGHT PAN-TILT RESET ONE PUSH AWB

R BRIGHT

PRESET MODE

POSITION

BRIGH SHUTTER SPEED IRIS

L/R DIRECTION

CAMERA
AUTO FOCUS AUTO MANUAL POWER

ONE PUSH AF

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MODE RS-232C VISCA RS-422 TALLY/CONTACT CONTACT(TALLY) TALLY

ON/OFF

CONTACT

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IR SELECT

VISCA RS-422

EXT SYNC IN

S VIDEO

IN VISCA RS-232C OUT

RS-232C

RS-422

TALLY/CONTACT

CONTACT(TALLY) TALLY

VALUE LOCK RESET VALUE LOCK
PANEL LIGHT BLACK LIGHT PAN-TILT RESET ONE PUSH AWB MENU
PANEL LIGHT RESET BLACK LIGHT PAN-TILT RESET ONE PUSH AWB MENU R BRIGHT

POSITION +

B AUTO FOCUS AUTO MANUAL POWER L/R DIRECTION

PRESET

PANEL LIGHT RESET

BLACK LIGHT

PAN-TILT RESET

ONE PUSH AWB

PRESET MODE BRIGHT SHIFT

RXD IN TXD IN

Owners Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom. Record the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. RM-BR300 Serial No.
Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna. Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver. Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver is connected. Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help. If you have any questions about this product, you may call: Sony's Business Information Center (BIC) at 1-800-686-Sony (7669) or Write to: Sony Customer Information Services Center 6900-29, Daniels Parkway, PMB 330 Fort Myers, Florida 33912 Declaration of Conformity Trade Name: Model No: Responsible Party: Address: SONY RM-BR300 Sony Electronics Inc. 16450 W. Bernardo Dr, San Diego, CA 92127 U.S.A. Telephone Number:858-942-2230 This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. INTERFACE CABLE This device requires shielded interface cables to comply with FCC emission limits.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.
WARNING Use an AC power adapter provided with this equipment as a power supply source. Any other power sources may result in hazards such as a fire. Disconnect device of this equipment is the mains plug of the AC adapter. The mains plug on this equipment must be used to disconnect mains power. Please ensure that the socket outlet is installed near the equipment and shall be easily accessible. In the event of abnormal operations, disconnect the mains plug. IMPORTANT Nameplate is located on the bottom. ATTENTION The electromagnetic fields at the specific frequencies may influence the picture of this unit.
For customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of the following measures:

Table of Contents

Overview
Features... 4 Precautions... 4 Location and Function of Parts.. 5
Connections and Operations
Connections.. 8 Connecting a Camera Equipped with a VISCA RS-232C Connector... 8 Connecting a Camera Equipped with a VISCA RS-422 Connector.. 9 Connecting Multiple Cameras Equipped with VISCA RS-232C Connector.. 9 Connecting Multiple Cameras Equipped with VISCA RS-422 Connector.. 10 Connecting the BRU-300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit... 11 Connecting a Video Switcher.. 12 Turning on the Power.. 12 Storing the Camera Settings in Memory Presetting Feature.. 13

Appendix

Troubleshooting... 15 Specifications... 16 Dimensions.. 16 Pin Assignments.. 17 Using the VISCA RS-422 Connector Plug. 18

Precautions

Operating or storage location
Operating or storing the unit in the following locations may cause damage to the unit: Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature: 0C to +40C [32F to 104F]) Exposed in direct sunlight for a long time, or close to heating equipment (e.g., near heaters) Close to sources of strong magnetism Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV transmitters Locations subject to strong vibration or shock

Features

The optical three-axis joystick allows comfortable pan/tilt/zoom operations. Easy operation of versatile camera adjustments Using the buttons on the unit, you can easily perform various camera adjustments such as auto focusing, onepush auto focus adjustment, AE adjustment, one-push auto white balance adjustment and backlight compensation. The VISCA RS-232C/RS-422 communication interfaces allow high-speed, long-distance communication. The unit is capable of controlling up to seven cameras connected in daisy chain. A tally lamp input/contact output terminal (9pin connector plug) allows connection of a video switcher. Preset feature to save camera settings The unit allows saving up to 16 combinations* of camera settings such as pan/tilt/zoom positions and other camera adjustment values in the memory of the camera. * The number of positions to be saved differs depending on the connected camera

Ventilation

To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the unit.

Transportation

When transporting the unit, repack it as originally packed at the factory or in materials equal in quality.

Cleaning

Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the unit. Stubborn stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of detergent solution, then wipe dry. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may damage the surface finishes.
Controllable Sony VISCA cameras
The unit can control the following cameras: BRC-300/300P 3CCD Color Video Camera EVI-D100/D100P Color Video Camera EVI-D70/D70P Color Video Camera EVI-D30/D30P Color Video Camera This manual explains the functions of the unit for the EVI-D100/D100P, EVI-D70/D70P and EVI -D30/D30P cameras. For functions when the BRC-300/300P is connected, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the BRC-300/300P.
The operable functions are limited to those that the camera is equipped with.

Features / Precautions

Location and Function of Parts
This manual focuses on the operations of the RMBR300 when it is used with cameras other than BRC300/300P. For operations with the BRC-300/300P, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the BRC-300/ 300P. Front
C BRIGHT/B control When the brightness adjustment mode is selected with the MODE button (with the BRIGHT indicator lit), this control adjusts the value of the brightness of the camera, etc. When the white balance adjustment mode is selected with the MODE button (with the B indicator lit), this control adjusts the B. GAIN (blue gain) (except the EVI-D30/D30P). When the BRIGHT indicator is lit, the function of the control varies according to the exposure mode selected on the camera. For details, see Functions of the VALUE and BRIGHT controls on page 5. Functions of the VALUE and BRIGHT controls The functions of the VALUE control and the BRIGHT control change according to the exposure mode setting on the camera, as follows:
Exposure mode on the camera Function of VALUE control Not used Function of BRIGHT control Exposure compensation level control* Exposure compensation level control* Exposure compensation level control* Brightness level control Iris control

FULL AUTO

A LOCK button and indicator Press the LOCK button for more than one second, and the LOCK indicator lights and the values set by the VALUE/R, BRIGHT/B and FOCUS controls are locked. (The indicators of the locked controls are turned off.). The AUTO/MANUAL button is also disabled. Press the LOCK button for more than one second again to unlock the controls and buttons. B VALUE/R control When the brightness adjustment mode is selected with the MODE button (with the VALUE indicator lit), this control adjusts the value of the item (SHUTTER or IRIS) selected on the camera. When the white balance adjustment mode is selected with the MODE button (with the R indicator lit), this control adjusts the R. GAIN (red gain) (except the EVI-D30/D30P). When the VALUE indicator is lit, the function of the control varies according to the exposure mode selected on the camera. For details, see Functions of the VALUE and BRIGHT controls on page 5.

SHUTTER Pri

Shutter speed control Iris control

IRIS Pri

BRIGHT MANUAL
Not used Shutter speed control
* When the exposure compensation function is activated on the camera. D MODE button Press this button to select the function of the VALUE/R control and BRIGHT/L control. When the brightness adjustment mode is selected, the VALUE and BRIGHT indicators are lit. When the white balance adjustment mode is selected, the R and B indicators are lit. E FOCUS control This control is enabled when MANUAL is selected with the AUTO/MANUAL button. Turn the control counterclockwise (toward NEAR) to focus on a near subject, and clockwise (toward FAR) to focus on a far subject.
F AUTO/MANUAL button and AUTO indicator Press this button to select focus mode AUTO or MANUAL. When AUTO is selected, the AUTO indicator lights and the camera focuses automatically on the subject in the center of the screen. The FOCUS control and the ONE PUSH AF button are disabled. When MANUAL is selected, the FOCUS control and the ONE PUSH AF button are enabled (with the FOCUS indicator lit). G ONE PUSH AF button This button is enabled when MANUAL is selected with the AUTO/MANUAL button. Press the button to perform the one-push auto focus function (except the EVI-D30/D30P). H RESET button Hold down this button and press POSITION button 1 to 16, and the memory of the camera corresponding to the pressed POSITION button is cleared to the factory-preset conditions. When multiple cameras are connected, the camera addresses are set by holding down this button and pressing the POWER button. I PRESET button Hold down this button and press POSITION button 1 to 16, and the current camera settings are stored in the memory of the camera corresponding to the pressed POSITION button. J PANEL LIGHT button Press this button to illuminate all the POSITION buttons and CAMERA buttons. Press the button again to turn off the illumination. K BACK LIGHT button When the FULL AUTO exposure mode is selected on the camera, press this button to enable the backlight compensation function of the camera. Press it again to disable the function. L PAN-TILT RESET button Press this button to reset the pan/tilt position of the camera to the initial conditions. M ONE PUSH AWB button When the ONE PUSH white balance mode is selected on the camera, press this button to perform the one-push white balance adjustment.

N MENU button For the BRC-300/300P camera, press this button to display the menu of the camera, return to the main menu or turn off the menu. For other cameras, press this button to turn the onscreen data display on or off. O Joystick The joystick is used for pan/tilt and zoom operations. Select the camera you want to control using the CAMERA buttons and operate the joystick. Panning and tilting When you incline the joystick right and left, the camera pans. When you incline it forward or backward, the camera tilts. The pan/tilt speed changes according to the angle of the inclination. When you release the joystick, the camera movement stops. Zooming When you turn the dial on the upper part of the joystick clockwise, the subject becomes larger (zoom in). When you turn it counterclockwise, the subject becomes smaller (zoom out). To face the camera back to the front When you press the button on the top of the joystick for one or two seconds with or without the menu displayed, the pan/tilt/zoom are reset and the camera returns to the front. P SHIFT button and indicators Press this button for more than one second to select the function of the POSITION buttons for positions 1 to 8 or positions 9 to 16. The upper indicator lights for positions 1 to 8, and the lower indicator for positions 9 to 16. Q L/R DIRECTION button The camera is preset to face toward the right whenever the joystick is inclined to the right. Hold down this button and press POSITION button 2 (REV) to reverse the pan direction to the direction in which you incline the joystick. To reset the direction, hold down this button and press POSITION button 1 (STD).
R POWER button Press this button to light the CAMERA button(s) corresponding to the status of the connected camera(s). Blue: The power of the camera is on. Yellow green: The camera is in standby mode. Off: No camera is connected. Hold down this button and press CAMERA button 1 to 7 to turn on/off the power of the camera corresponding to the pressed button. S CAMERA buttons Press one of the buttons to select the camera from among those connected. The selected CAMERA button lights in blue. T POSITION buttons You can store various camera settings such as the pan, tilt and zoom positions to the memory of the camera corresponding to each POSITION button, and load the settings in the memory. Rear/Bottom
W VISCA RS-422 connector Connect to the VISCA RS-422 connector of the camera or the BRU-300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit. An RS-422 connector plug is attached at the factory. X TALLY/CONTACT connector This connector is used for the tally lamp input or the contact output. Select the function of the connector using the TALLY/CONTACT selector. An RS-422 connector plug is attached at the factory. Y TALLY/CONTACT selector Select the function of the TALLY/CONTACT connector. TALLY: The tally lamp of the camera selected with the connected switcher lights. CONTACT: The contact output corresponding to the camera address selected with this unit is shortcircuited against the connected switcher. CONTACT (TALLY): The contact output corresponding to the camera address selected with this unit is short-circuited against the connected switcher and the tally lamp of the camera selected with the connected switcher lights. wh DC IN 12V connector Connect the supplied AC power adaptor. wj DIP switches (bottom) Switch 1 (RS-232C/RS-422 selector) Set to ON for RS-422, or OFF for RS-232C. Switch 2 (Communication baud rate selector) Set to ON for 38400bps, or OFF for 9600bps. wk ON/OFF switch Press this switch to turn on/off this unit.

U MODE selector Select the position corresponding to the VISCAcontrollable camera to be connected.
Switch position 4 Camera mode Automatically selected (default) BRC-300/300P EVI-D70/D70P EVI-D100/D100P EVI-D30/D30P
Set the switches before you turn on the power of this unit. Otherwise, the setting is not effective.
V VISCA RS-232C connector Connect to the VISCA RS-232C IN connector of the camera or the BRU-300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit.

Connecting cables

Use the following connecting cable to connect devices in this system.
Cable Part No. 1-590-879-3X Number 1

Connections

Connecting a Camera Equipped with a VISCA RS-232C Connector
RS-232C cable (3m (10feet))

RS-232C cable

Connect this unit to the camera using the RS-232C connecting cable supplied with this unit. Connect this unit to an AC outlet using the supplied AC power adaptor and AC power cord.

Camera

to AC outlet

VISCA RS-232C IN

RS-232C cable (supplied) (SONY: 1-590-879-3X)

VISCA RS-232C

DC IN 12V AC power cord (supplied)
to AC outlet AC power adaptor (supplied)
When using the VISCA RS-232C connectors, check that the DIP switch on the bottom of this unit (page 7) is set to RS-232C.
Connecting a Camera Equipped with a VISCA RS-422 Connector
You can use the VISCA RS-422 connectors to connect this unit to the camera instead of the VISCA RS-232C connectors. Use of the VISCA RS-422 connectors allows the connection up to 1,200 m (3,937 feet) away. Prepare the connecting cable using the RS-422 connector plugs that come with this unit. For making the cable, refer to the pin assignments of the VISCA RS-422 connector (page 17). For the use of the RS-422 connector plugs, see page 18.
Connecting Multiple Cameras Equipped with VISCA RS-232C Connector
Connections with the VISCA RS-232C cables (cross type) enable control of up to seven cameras with a single RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit.
to AC outlet RS-232C cable (supplied) (SONY: 1-590-879-3X)
to AC outlet to VISCA RS-232C IN VISCA RS-422

VISCA RS-422 cable

First camera

VISCA RS-232C OUT

RS-232C cable VISCA RS-422 VISCA RS-232C IN
Second camera to AC outlet AC power adaptor (supplied)
When using the VISCA RS-422 connectors, check that the DIP switch on the bottom of this unit (page 7) is set to RS-422. When the connections using the VISCA RS-422 connectors are made, the VISCA RS-232C connection is not available.

Third to Seventh camera

To assign camera addresses
Before operating, you must assign the camera addresses to the connected cameras as follows. Then you can switch the camera to be controlled simply by pressing the corresponding CAMERA button.
VISCA RS-422 to AC outlet
Turn on the power of all the connetcted cameras and this unit. Hold down the RESET button and press the POWER button on this unit. The unit recognizes the connected cameras and assigns them camera addresses 1 to 7 automatically in the connected order. Press the POWER button on this unit and check that the CAMERA buttons light. The number of the lit CAMERA buttons indicates how many cameras have the addresses assigned. Now you can switch the camera you want to control by pressing the CAMERA button.

to VISCA RS-422

Connecting Multiple Cameras Equipped with VISCA RS-422 Connector
Connection via the VISCA RS-422 connectors enables control of multiple cameras. This allows the connection up to 1,200 m (3,937 feet) away. Prepare the connecting cable using the RS-422 connector plug that comes with this unit. For making the cable, refer to the pin assignments of the VISCA RS-422 connector (page 17). For the use of the RS-422 connector plugs, see page 18. For the wiring diagram of VISCA RS-422 connection, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the BRC-300/300P.

Second camera

Connecting the BRU-300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit
You can control the camera using this unit via the BRU300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit (not supplied).

When using the VISCA RS-232C connectors or VISCA RS-422 connectors, check the VISCA FUNCTION switch on the rear of the Optical Multiplex Unit and the DIP switch on the bottom of this unit (page 7) are set to RS-232C or RS-422 correctly.
BRBK-303 Optical Multiplex Card
CCFC-M100 Optical Fiber Cable
to AC outlet AC power cord (supplied with the BRU-300/300P) BRU-300/300P Optical Multiplex Unit (or T VIDEO S VIDEO) 75-ohm coaxial cable (or Svideo cable) VISCA RS-232C IN

Video monitor, etc.

RS-232C cable (supplied)* (SONY: 1-590-879-3X)
to AC outlet * The VISCA RS-422 connection is also available if you use the VISCA RS-422 connectors.
Connecting a Video Switcher
Use a commercially available contact-control type video switcher to switch between the multiple camera signals to be output.

Turning on the Power

PANEL LIGHT
R MODE BRIGHT SHIFT PRESET

T VIDEO

VISCA RS-232C IN RS-232C cable

B AUTO FOCUS AUTO MANUAL

75-ohm coaxial cable*
Connect the camera to an AC outlet. The power of the camera is turned on and the POWER lamp lights. The camera will automatically pan and tilt and be reset to the position stored in POSITION 1 (Pan/tilt reset action). Press the ON/OFF switch on this unit to turn it on. The CAMERA button representing the camera whose power was turned off last lights. (CAMERA 1 button lights by default.) Turn on the peripheral devices.
RS-232C cable (supplied) (SONY: 1-590-879-3X) 75-ohm coaxial cable*

to composite video input

Be sure to turn on the power of the camera before the power of this unit. Otherwise, the unit cannot recognize the connected camera. Do not touch the joystick when turning on the power of the unit. Doing so may affect the confirmation of the origin.
to contact control terminal
To turn on/off the camera using this unit
As long as the camera is connected to an AC outlet, you can turn the camera on or off with the POWER button on this unit. While holding down the POWER button, press the CAMERA button corresponding to the camera whose power you want to turn on/off. When you turn the power off using this unit, the POWER lamp turns off and the STANDBY lamp lights on the camera.
Video switcher (commercially available) * You can also use an S-video connecting cable to connect the S VIDEO connector on the camera and the S-video input connector on the video switcher.
For connection with a video switcher, refer to the Operating Instructions of the switcher.
Storing the Camera Settings in Memory

Presetting Feature

Up to sixteen combinations of settings (sixteen positions), including camera position, zooming, focusing, and backlighting, can be stored in the memory of the camera using this unit.
While holding down the PRESET button, press any of the POSITION buttons, 1 to 8, in which you want to store the settings.

Press a POSITION button.

While holding down
The settings are stored in the memory of the camera. The pressed button flashes during storing. Flashing stops when storing is completed.
To recall the stored settings
Select the function of the POSITION 1 to 8 buttons by pressing the SHIFT button for more than one second, if necessary. Press any of the POSITION buttons, 1 to 8, in which you have stored the settings.
Press the PAN-TILT RESET button to reset the pan/ tilt position. Press the CAMERA button to select the camera whose settings you want to preset. Adjust the position, zooming, focusing and backlighting of the camera. Press the SHIFT button for more than one second to select the function of POSITION 1 to 8 buttons, if necessary. To store in positions 1 to 8, press the SHIFT button so that the upper indicator lights. The POSITION 1 to 8 buttons can be used for positions 1 to 8. To store in positions 9 to 16, press the SHIFT button so that the lower indicator lights. The POSITION 1 to 8 buttons can be used for positions 9 to 16.

for positions 1 to 8

To cancel the preset memory
Select the function of the POSITION 1 to 8 buttons using the SHIFT button, if necessary. While holding down the RESET button, press the POSITION button from which you want to cancel the settings.
The pressed button flashes during canceling of the settings. Flashing stops when the settings have been canceled.

for positions 9 to 16

When the power is turned on, the camera starts with the settings stored in POSITION 1. If you want to retain the previous pan and tilt positions when the power is turned off and turned on again, store those positions in POSITION 1. When you are storing or canceling the settings in one POSITION, you cannot call up, store or cancel the settings in another POSITION.
Storing the Camera Settings in Memory Presetting Feature
Setting the Speed of the Camera Moving to a Preset Position (BRC-300/300P only)
You can select the panning/tilting speed when the camera moves to a preset position.
Press the CAMERA button to select the camera whose speed you want to set. Press the POSITION button for which you want to set the speed for more than one second. All the CAMERA buttons, 1 to 7, flash. Press one of the CAMERA buttons to select the speed.

CAMERA button 7 Panning/tilting speed 1 degree/sec. 2.2 degrees/sec. 4.8 degrees/sec. 11 degrees/sec. 23.3 degrees/sec. 43 degrees/sec. 60 degrees/sec. (default)
Now the camera will move to the position preset to the pressed POSITION button with the selected speed.

Troubleshooting

Before bringing in your unit for service, check the following as a guide to troubleshoot the problem. If the problem cannot be corrected, consult with your Sony dealer.
Symptom The power of the unit is not turned on. Cause Remedy
The AC power adaptor is not connected to the Insert the power cord firmly as far as it will DC IN 12V jack firmly. go.
The AC power cord is not inserted firmly into Insert the power cord firmly as far as it will the AC power adaptor or the AC outlet. go. The camera cannot be operated with the unit. The connection using the VISCA RS-422 connectors is not correctly made. VISCA control setting is not correct. The communication baud rate setting of the camera and the unit differ. The unit cannot be operated at all. Check that the connection to the VISCA RS422 connectors is correctly made, and the RS422 cable is properly connected. Select the proper setting (RS-232C or RS422) with the DIP switch on the unit (page 7). Select the communication baud rate, 9,600 bps or 38,400 bps, with the DIP switch on the unit (page 7) which is selected on the camera. Pull out the plug of the power cord from the AC outlet, then reinsert it into the AC outlet after a while.

Specifications

Input/output connectors
Control input/output VISCA RS-232C OUT: Mini DIN 8pin type VISCA RS-422: 9-pin type TALLY IN/CONTACT OUT: 9-pin type Control signal format 9600 bps/38400 bps Data: 8 bit Stop bit: 1 Power connector JEITA type4 (DC IN 12V)

Dimensions

137.2 (5 1/2)

391.3 (15 1/2)

General
Input voltage 12 V DC (10.8 to 13.2 V DC) Current consumption 0.2 A max. (at 12 V DC), 2.4W Operating temperature 0C to +40C (32F to 104F) Storage temperature -20C to +60C (-4F to 140F) Dimensions 391.145.9 mm (w/h/d) (15 1/3/3/4 inches) (excluding protruding parts) Mass Approx. 950 g (2 lb 15 oz)

45.9 (1 13/16)

Supplied accessories
AC power adaptor (1) AC power cord (1) RS-232C connecting cable (1) RS-422 connector plug (2) Operating Instructions (1) Bottom Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

N T S C / PA L

3CCD Color Video Camera

BRC-300 BRC-300P

MAIN FEATURES

Superb Picture Quality with a Mega Pixels 3-CCD
The BRC-300 incorporates three 1/4.7-type Advanced HAD CCD sensors with a total of 1,070,000 pixels. This camera delivers outstanding picture quality with high resolution and accurate color reproduction. Featuring Sonys Advanced HAD technology that produces image with low noise, the BRC-300 is ideal in low illuminated shooting environments or when shooting dark subjects.
Sonys new BRC-300 is a revolutionary all-in-one compact robotic color video camera system, specially designed for remote video shooting applications. The BRC-300 incorporates three 1/4.7-type Advanced HAD CCDs, that provide high-quality and high-resolution images in both 4:3 and 16:9 modes. With its high-accuracy and wide-range Pan/Tilt/Zoom capability, the BRC-300 precisely captures the right points of the viewable area surrounding the camera to meet your needs. You can also easily operate the camera with Sonys optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit, which is equipped with an ergonomic joystick, and feature-rich control panel. And when used with optional BRBK-303 Optical Multiplex Card and BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit, the BRC-300 is capable of being controlled from a long distance with a single fiber optic cable connection. The BRC-300 also comes equipped with a card slot that accepts optional interface cards, enabling the camera to be integrated into every kind of system from S-Video to RGB, SDI, DV, or even fiber. In addition, two remote control interfaces (VISCA protocol) are available to provide additional expandability and flexibility for your remote shooting applications. With a number of convenient features such as its Image Flip function for desktop or ceiling mount flexibility, and its compact body, the BRC-300 is ideal for use in a wide range of remote shooting applications such as houses of worship, distance learning, corporate training, high-end videoconference, event shooting, and cable TV broadcasting.
High-performance Sony Pan/Tilt/Zoom Mechanism
The BRC-300 covers a wide shooting range with its highly accurate Pan/Tilt mechanism. It has one of the widest ranges in its class: a pan range of 340 degrees, and a tilt range of 120 degrees. The 340-degree pan range can be covered in 8 seconds, while the 120- degree tilt range can be covered in 4.5 seconds. With its newly developed Pan/Tilt mechanism, the BRC-300 can capture not only fast moving objects, but also slow moving objects without rocking vibration. Whats more, the BRC-300 incorporates a 12x optical auto-focus zoom lens, allowing for a zoom capability of up to 48x when used in combination with its 4x digital zoom.
* In the following text, BRC-300 refers to both the BRC-300 (NTSC model) and the BRC-300P (PAL model), and BRU-300 refers to both the BRU-300 (NTSC model) and the BRU-300P (PAL model).
Precision 16:9 technology
The BRC-300 captures images in both 4:3 and 16:9 aspect ratios, and with its 3CCD technology, is able to achieve a wide angle of view in the 16:9 mode. Due to the greater number of pixels used in the 16:9 aspect ratio, the BRC-300 generates extremely high-resolution images as compared to conventional cameras.
RS-232C/RS-422 Remote control (VISCA protocol)
The BRC-300 can be controlled by external devices such as the optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit thanks to Sonys well-known VISCA protocol. All local controls such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom, camera settings, and six presets can be easily accessed, and up to seven cameras can be daisy-chained and controlled by the RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit.

Conventional Camera

Total effective pixels on CCD

BRC-300

1152 pixels

Versatile Video Outputs

The BRC-300 can be used with a range of versatile optional interface cards allowing for flexible analog and digital system configurations. Choose from the following interface cards to configure your individual requirements: Analog RGB/Component: BRBK-301*1 SDI: BRBK-302*1 DV: BRBK-304*1 Thanks to these convenient options, the BRC-300 truly functions as an all-in-one, compact robotic camera.
*1: Can be installed into the both BRC-300 and BRU-300.

648 pixels

16:9 picture image area Less pixels are used to reproduce the 16:9 area

4:3 picture image area

16:9 picture image area The higher "Mega Pixel" count allows a sufficient amount of pixels to be used in 16:9 mode
Angle of view in 16:9 mode (Conventional Camera)

Angle of view in 4:3 mode
Wider angle of view in 16:9 mode (BRC-300)

Fig. 1 16:9 aspect ratio

OTHERS CONVENIENT FEATURES
Ceiling or Desktop Mount Installation
Thanks to Sonys Image Flip functions, the BRC-300 can be ceiling mounted using the supplied ceiling mount kit or can also be used on the desktop.
Easy-to-use and Ergonomic designed Remote Control Unit (RM-BR300)
All camera settings including the Pan/Tilt/Zoom function and six preset patterns can be controlled from the optional RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit. The ergonomic joystick design and feature-rich control panel provide superb operability in various remote-shooting applications.

Six Presets

Various camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom and focus can be preset in up to six presets per camera.
Optical Multiplex Unit (BRU-300)
With the optional BRBK-303 Optical Multiplex Card and the optional BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit, uncompressed digital data including external sync and camera control can be transmitted via the BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit. With only a single cable connection required between the camera and the optical multiplex unit, the system is extremely easy to install. The maximum cable length between these units is 500 meters allowing multiple cameras to be located virtually anywhere you want. Whats more, the BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit is equipped with two built-in card slots identical to the ones found in the BRC-300 camera allowing for flexible analog and digital system configurations.
Multi-Function IR Remote Commander Unit
Basic camera settings such as Pan/Tilt/Zoom functions and six-preset patterns can be controlled from an supplied IR Remote commander.
BRC-300 and supplied IR Remote commander

RM-BR300 control panel

SYSTEM CONFIGURATION

Short-distance operation

Composite Video S-Video BRBK-301 Component/RGB BRBK-302 SDI BRBK-304 DV Video Cassette Recorder BRC-300 RS-232C / RS-422 Monitor

RM-BR300

Long-distance operation
Composite Video S-Video BRBK-301 Component/RGB BRBK-302 SDI BRBK-304 DV

BRBK-303

BRU-300
CCFC-M100 BRC-300 RS-232C / RS-422 Video Cassette Recorder Monitor
Multiple camera operation from a remote location
BRC-300 BRU-300 Video signal Switcher Projector

CCFC-M100

Monitor

Video Cassette Recorder

RS-232C / RS-422 Tally signal (Contact closure)

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES

BRBK-301
Analog/RGB Component Card

BRBK-302

SDI Card

Optical Multiplex Card

BRBK-304

DV Card

Remote Control Unit

Optical Multiplex Unit

Optical Fiber Cable

CCMC-9DS

RGB/Component, Y/C Cable (9-pin D-sub)

CCXC-9DBS

RGB/Component, VBS Cable (9-pin D-sub)

VCL-HG0737X

Wide Conversion Lens

REAR PANEL LAYOUT

BRC-300 rear panel with the optional BRBK-302

RM-BR300 rear panel

BRU-300 rear panel with the optional BRBK-301/BRBK-302

SPECIFICATIONS

BRC-300 3CCD Color Video Camera Image device Three 1/4.7 type IT Advanced HAD CCD (x3), 1070000 pixels (gross) CCD effective pixels 4:3 mode 960 (H) x 720 (V) 16:9 mode 1,152 (H) x 648 (V) Effective pixels NTSC 768 (H) x 494 (V) PAL 752 (H) x 582 (V) Signal systems NTSC / PAL Horizontal resolution 4:3 mode 600 TV lines Sync systems Internal/External Lens 12x optical zoom, 48x with digital zoom Focal length f = 3.6 to 43.2 mm (F1.6 to F2.8) Horizontal viewing angle 4:3 mode 3.3 (Tele end) to 37.8 degrees (Wide end) 16:9 mode 4.0 (Tele end) to 45.4 degrees (Wide end) Minimum object distance 300 mm (Wide end), 800 mm (Tele end) Pan/Tilt angle -170 to +170 degrees (Pan), -30 to +90 degrees (Tilt) Pan/Tilt speed 0.25 to 60 degrees/s (Pan/Tilt) Minimum illumination 7 lx at F1.6 S/N ratio 50 dB Shutter speed NTSC 1/10000 to 1/4 s PAL 1/10000 to 1/3 s Gain Auto/Manual (-3 to 18 dB, 3 dB steps) switchable White balance Auto, Indoor, Outdoor, One-push WB, Manual Preset positioning 6 positions Analog output VBS (BNC), Y/C (4pin Mini DIN) Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protocol) Back-light compensation On / Off Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees (32 to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 to 60 degrees (-4 to 140 F) Power requirement DC 12 V Power consumption 21.6 W (without optional card) Dimensions (W x D x H) 180 x 205 x 211 mm (7 1/8 x 8 1/8 x 8 3/8 inches) Mass 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz) Supplied accessories AC adaptor(1), IR remote commander(1), Terminal connector(1), AC adaptor cable(1), Ceiling bracket(2), Operating instructions(1)
BRU-300 Optical Multiplex Unit Optical fiber Multi mode, LC-type connector Video output VBS (BNC), Y/C (4-pin Mini DIN) Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protoclol) Sync systems Internal/External Card slots 2 slots: Analog RGB-Component card / SDI card / DV card Operating temperature 0 to 40 degrees (32 to 104 F) Storage temperature -20 to 60 degrees (-4 to 140 F) Power requirements NTSC AC100 to 120 V, 50/60 Hz PAL AC220 to 240 V, 50/60 Hz Power consumption 9 W (without optional cards) Dimensions(WxHxD) 212 x 88 x 233 mm (8 3/8 x 3 1/2 x 9 1/4 inches) Mass 2.7 kg (5 lb 15 oz) Supplied accessories AC power cable (1), Terminal connector (1), RS-232C cable (3 m, 8-pin Mini DIN) (1), Operating instructions (1) RM-BR300 Remote Control Unit Camera control interface RS-232C (VISCA protocol) / RS-422 (VISCA protocol) External control Contact closure Power requirement DC 10.8 to 13.2 V Power consumption 2.4 W Dimensions (WxHxD) 391.3 x 185 x 145.9 mm (15 1/2 x 7 3/8 x 5 3/4 inches) Mass 950 g (2 lb 1 oz) Supplied accessories AC adaptor (1), AC power cable (1), RS-232C cable (3 m, 8-pin Mini Din) (1), Terminal connector(2), Operating instructions (1)

BRC-300 Pan/Tilt Range

PAN RANGE

BRC-300 Dimensions

FRONT SIDE

170 170

152.5 215.6

TILT RANGE

205 9.6

BOTTOM

(Unit: mm)

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