USER GUIDE

NDI 5 2022

Table of Contents

Welcome to BirdDog! .................................................................................................3

Using This Manual ........................................................................................................ 3

First Step ......................................................................................................................... 3

BirdDog P200 Overview ...........................................................................................4

Specications ................................................................................................................4

What’s in the Box? .......................................................................................................6

Optional Accessories .................................................................................................6

Quick Start Guide ........................................................................................................ 7

Basic Connections....................................................................................................................... 7

Power Up........................................................................................................................................ 7

Computer, say hello to P200 ................................................................................................. 7

Basic Conguration .................................................................................................................... 8

Camera Connections ................................................................................................. 11

Remote Controller ...................................................................................................... 13

Powering P200 ............................................................................................................. 14

Thermal Management ...............................................................................................14

Video Output ............................................................................................................... 15

Audio Input / Output................................................................................................. 15

Using the Camera Menus ......................................................................................... 16

Camera Menus ............................................................................................................. 17

White Balance Menu ................................................................................................................18

Picture 1 Menu ............................................................................................................................18

Picture 2 Menu ...........................................................................................................................19

Pan Tilt Zoom Menu ..................................................................................................................19

System Menu .............................................................................................................................. 20

Controlling the Camera Using the Remote Controller .................................21

Panning and Tilting ................................................................................................................... 21

Zooming ....................................................................................................................................... 22

Focusing ....................................................................................................................................... 22

Shooting with Backlighting ....................................................................................................23

Changing Resolution ................................................................................................................23

Storing the Camera Settings Using Presets ....................................................................23

Operating Multiple Cameras with the Infrared Remote Controller ...................... 24

Web Conguration Panel ........................................................................................25

Password Management .......................................................................................................... 25

BirdUI Layout ................................................................................................................26

Dashboard .....................................................................................................................27

Network .......................................................................................................................... 27

NDI Network Settings ............................................................................................................ 28

System .............................................................................................................................29

System Update .......................................................................................................................... 30

Access Manager Conguration ........................................................................................... 30

System Reboot........................................................................................................................... 30

AV Setup ........................................................................................................................ 31

NDI Encode Settings ................................................................................................................. 31

CamControl ................................................................................................................... 32

FreeD Tab .....................................................................................................................................33

Preset Tab ..................................................................................................................................... 33

Exposure Tab .............................................................................................................................. 34

White Balance Tab ....................................................................................................................35

Picture 1 Tab ................................................................................................................................36

Picture 2 Tab ................................................................................................................................36

Color Matrix Tab .........................................................................................................................37

Advanced Tab .............................................................................................................................38

Scopes .............................................................................................................................38

Receiving NDI® Video .............................................................................................. 40

NDI® Camera Control ...............................................................................................41

IP Connection ..............................................................................................................................41

Remote Controller ......................................................................................................41

Controlling Your Camera Via Other Protocols ............................................... 42

Camera Initial setting status Information ........................................................................ 42

VISCA over IP Control............................................................................................................. 43

Using RS-232 (VISCA) ............................................................................................................. 46

Using RS422(VISCA) / RS485 (PELCO P/D) ................................................................... 49

PELCO P/D Keyboard RS485 Connection .......................................................................52

Operating Multiple Cameras using RS-232 and 422/485 ...........................55

Camera Dimensions ...................................................................................................56

Glossary .......................................................................................................................... 57

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Important Information

Legal Notice

To ensure account security, please change passwords after your rst login. You are recommended to set a strong

password (no less than eight characters).

The contents of this document are subject to change without prior notice. Updates will be added to the new

version of this manual. We will readily improve or update the products or procedures described in the manual.

Best eort has been made to verify the integrity and correctness of the contents in this document, but no statement,

information, or recommendation in this manual shall constitute formal guarantee of any kind, expressed or implied.

We shall not be held responsible for any technical or typographical errors in this manual.

The product appearance shown in this manual is for reference only and may dier from the actual appearance of

your device.

Due to uncertainties such as the physical environment, discrepancies may exist between the actual values and

reference values provided in this manual.

Use of this document, and the subsequent results, shall be entirely on the user’s own responsibility.

Warnings

• If the product does not work properly, please contact your dealer. Never attempt to disassemble the

camera yourself. We will not assume any responsibility for problems caused by unauthorized repair or

maintenance.

• Installation should be made by a qualied service person and should conform to all the local codes.

• When shipping, the camera should be packed in its original packaging.

• Make sure the power supply voltage is correct before using the camera.

• Do not drop the camera or subject it to physical shock.

• If the camera will not be used for an extended period of time, attach the lens cap to protect the lens.

• Do not aim the camera lens directly at the sun. This may cause irreversible damage to the camera.

Maintenance Precautions

• If there is dust on the front glass surface, remove the dust gently using an oil-free brush or a rubber

dust blowing ball.

• If there is grease or a dust stain on the front glass surface, clean the glass surface gently from the

center outward using anti-static gloves or an oil-free cloth. If the grease or the stain still cannot be

removed, use anti-static gloves or an oil-free cloth dipped with detergent and clean the glass surface

gently until it is removed.

• Do not use organic solvents, such as benzene or ethanol when cleaning the front glass surface.

Regulatory Compliance

FCC Part 15

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the

FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the

equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance

with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment

in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the

interference at his own expense.

This product complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions:

• This device may not cause harmful interference.

• This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired

operation.

LVD/EMC Directive

This product complies with the European Low Voltage Directive 2006/95/EC and EMC Directive 2004/108/EC.

Welcome to BirdDog!

Thank you for purchasing your P200 camera. If you have any questions regarding the camera, please contact your

authorized dealer or view our P200 Knowledge Base.

Our website also has a User Stories page to help inspire you to get the most out of your camera.

Using This Manual

Your P200 is a powerful and sophisticated device, so please read this manual before use and retain for future

reference.

If you are new to the world of NDI® or BirdDog cameras, begin with the Quick Start Guide. This will give you a good

introduction to the setup of your new camera.

Tip

Use the controls in your browser or PDF reader to increase the page size when viewing the diagrams to reveal

much more detail.

First Step

Firmware Upgrade

Before you use your new P200, it’s a good idea to upgrade to the latest rmware. We are always adding new

features and improving the performance of our products, so installing the latest rmware will provide you with the

best user experience.

To upgrade the rmware, please follow the Firmware Upgrade Instructions located in your rmware download

folder and perform upgrade process.

The latest rmware les are available for download here: Firmware Updates

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BirdDog P200 Overview

Camera Features

• Resolution: Up to 1080P60, 1080i60

• Zoom: Optical 30X

• Image stabilizer and true WDR 130dB

• Video Output: Simultaneous HDMI, 3G-SDI, CVBS and NDI

®.

• ±350-degree continuous pan, ±120-degree continuous tilt

• 128 presets, Speed up to 150 degrees/sec

• Standard mounting and ceiling mounting with E-Flip function

• Control supports RS-232 control, RS-422/485 control, VISCA-over-IP, NDI

Control, IR Remote

Controller

• Presets store camera directions and image parameters. (Up to 6 presets on remote controller or 128

presets via protocol programming)

• Image parameter setting restore with presets and quick access operation

• Supports Audio input, Audio output with NDI

streaming.

• Power: DC 12V, PoE+(IEEE802.3at)

Specications

Please refer to the product webpage for complete specications.

Welcome to the Future

What is NDI®?

Your new camera has been designed to support the cutting edge NDI® video transmission standard.

NDI® (Network Device Interface) is a high-quality, low-latency, frame-accurate standard that enables compatible

devices to communicate, and deliver and receive high denition video over your existing Gigabit Ethernet network.

Operating bi-directionally, NDI® devices can be auto-detected, powered and controlled over the same Ethernet

cable used to send the video and audio. If you have a Gigabit network, you have the potential for a streamlined,

interconnected, video production environment.

With the introduction of NDI® 5, you can now securely share network sources between remote sites anywhere in

the world - on a single network port. Even a smartphone can be a NDI® source.

Transitioning to NDI® can also occur gradually. Existing SDI or HDMI signals can easily be converted to an NDI®

stream and piped where required on your network and converted back only at the necessary endpoints.

BirdDog has been on the NDI® journey since the very beginning, and your camera is just one of our products

designed to take advantage of the features and potential of NDI®.

For more information on NDI®, please refer to this page on our website.

Optional Accessories

Depending on your requirements, you may need to purchase these optional accessories. Please browse to this

page on our website for all your accessory needs.

RS232 8 Pin Mini DIN to Phoenix Terminal Block

Wall Mount

Ceiling Mount

What’s in the Box?

NOTE: The camera color may be white or black in color depending on the item purchased.

1x BirdDog P200

1x IR Remote Controller

(3V CR2032 Coin Lithium Battery Required)

1x Camera Power Adaptor

1x Bag of Camera Mounting Screws

1x RJ45 to RS232 Adaptor Cable

1x RJ45 to RS422 Adaptor Cable

Quick Start Guide

If you are new to the world of NDI® or BirdDog cameras, please follow this quick start guide to become familar with

the basic setup of your new camera. You can also view a similar online video.

Be sure to check the many helpful product videos on our YouTube page.

Basic Connections

Power

First o, you’ll have to decide on how you are going to power the camera. You have two choices. You can use PoE+

(Power over Ethernet) or, if your network doesn’t support PoE+, you can use the included 12VDC power adaptor. If

available, PoE is the easier choice, since you can use the same Ethernet cable to power and control the camera, as

well as send the video, audio and data. For the purposes of this quick start guide, we’ll use the power adaptor, so

plug the jack into the 12VDC power port on the back of the camera.

Network

Since we’re supplying power via the adaptor, the NDI®/PoE Ethernet connection will be used purely for NDI®

video. Let's keep things simple and plug an Ethernet cable directly from your computer into the camera NDI®/PoE

Ethernet port.

Power Up

Once you’ve made the power and Ethernet connections, turn on the adapter power. When rst powered up, the

camera will perform it’s initialization routine by rotating to the left and then centering again. When this is nished,

the indicator light on the front of the camera will display green (and occasionally amber) and the camera is ready

to be accessed.

Computer, say hello to P200

Since we're connecting your camera directly to your computer, we need to congure the network settings of your

computer to allow communication with the camera.

Navigate to the Network Properties in your computer Preferences and make the following settings.

Select Use the following IP address: and enter an IP address. The default IP address of the camera is 192.168.100.100,

so we need to enter an address where the rst three numbers are the same as the camera IP address, i.e., 192.168.100

but the last number is a dierent number, in the range of 0 - 255, that is not currently assigned. Usually numbers

less than 200 are more likely to be available. The subnet mask and default gateway can be set as shown.

The P200 and the computer are now congured on the same subnet and should be able to communicate with each

other.

Basic Conguration

NDI® Tools

NDI® Tools is a free suite of applications designed to introduce you to the world of IP video and is available here.

Once installed, launch the Studio Monitor (Video Monitor, if using a Mac) application.

This simple application allows you to view all NDI® sources on your network. Right-

click on the Studio Monitor window to view your camera as an NDI® source. In the

example to the right, three cameras and a desktop computer are shown as NDI®

sources.

Tip

By default, the displayed sources have names that include the last ve digits of your

camera MAC address which is displayed on the bottom of the camera.

Clicking on your camera in the source list will display the image from your camera

with the default automatic settings.

The BirdUI

BirdDog cameras have a web interface (BirdUI) that is displayed by your computer browser and can be used to

congure your camera remotely.

1. Click on the gear icon on the bottom right of the Studio Monitor window.

2. In the displayed window, type the default password ‘birddog’ (all lower case) and click the OK button. The

Dashboard is displayed.

The Dashboard shows important basic camera settings. For now, check that the displayed Source Status shows

Streaming and take note of the frame rate that is currently output from the camera (displayed under Stream

Info). This frame rate should be set identically for all cameras according to the requirements of your produc-

tion. Let’s see how to change this and other important camera settings.

NDI Encode Settings

Bitrate Management

Because you’re sending NDI®

video over your computer

network, you may need to

be mindful of the amount

of bandwidth your video

will consume. By setting

Bitrate Management to NDI®

Managed, the target bitrate will

be set in accordance with the

NDI® standard. This will achieve

an optimum balance between

bandwidth consumption and

video quality. In this mode, the

video bitrate will be around 120- 140 Mbps. If you do opt for Manual management, you may select a bitrate within a

range of 60-360 Mbps. Do this with care, as the actual bitrate may be greater, straining the capacity of the network

and the receiving device, and lower settings may result in reduced image quality.

Video Input Format

Here you can set the frame rate of the camera to match that of your production. All cameras should be set to the

same frame rate.

NDI Group Enable

NDI® supports Grouping which allows you to hide the visibility of video sources to viewers that are not part of the

group. If disabled, the video source is public and viewable by any receiver on your network.

NDI Stream Name

Give the output video stream of the camera a memorable name to make identication easier on NDI® receiving

devices.

NDI Audio

You can choose to embed audio from the audio input connector into the NDI® stream or mute it.

NDI Failover Source

If the selected HDMI source is interrupted for any reason, P200 can automatically switch to a pre-determined

alternative NDI® source. Select an available NDI® source for the failover function from the Available

NDI® Sources

dropdown list. Clicking the REFRESH button will add new sources to the list, whereas clicking Reset will populate

the list with only active NDI® sources. Click the APPLY button to apply your failover source change.

Network Conguration

For the nal part of this quick start guide, let’s set up the network conguration of your camera so it can work with

your wider network. Most computer networks provide for both automatic and manual conguration of network

devices and the P200 can accommodate both.

Static or DHCP

Here you can set the network conguration to either DHCP (default) or Static. DHCP simplies the management of

IP addresses on networks. No two hosts can have the same IP address, so assigning them manually can potentially

lead to errors. If your network is set up for DHCP, this is generally the best conguration to choose.

If you do choose to go with a Static IP address, you’ll need to add the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway

Address information according to the requirements of your network.

DHCP Timeout, Fallback IP address, Fallback Subnet Mask

You can set the timeout period during which P200 will look for a DHCP IP address. After this period, the camera will

default to the designated fallback IP address.

This can be useful if you use your camera in other network environments. For example, if a DHCP server is available

in your normal oce or studio application, the camera will use the DHCP supplied IP address. If you then use the

camera for another job without a DHCP server, your camera will always default to the known fallover IP address.

BirdDog Name

You can give your camera a meaningful name to make identication easier when viewing NDI® sources on a

receiver such as a TriCaster, vMix or Studio Monitor. Be sure to make the name unique, as no two devices on the

network should have the same name. The name can be any combination of a-z, 0-9, and '–‘.

After renaming your camera, navigate back to the SYSTEM menu and click the REBOOT button. The camera will

re-initialize and you’ll be good to go.

NOTE: Your computer will need to have ‘Bonjour’ services loaded in order to access the unit via it’s user dened

name. Apple devices come pre-installed with Bonjour, while Windows devices need a plugin available from here.

You’re Done!

That concludes our quick start guide for P200. Your camera has many other features, so to get the most out of your

camera, please review the rest of this manual.

To learn about more advanced camera options, such as exposure, white balance and color management, please

refer to here in this manual.

1. 12VDC PowerPort

Connect the supplied DC power adaptor and cord.

2. USB 2.0 Port

For rmware upgrade only.

3. RS232 Control Port (RJ45)

RJ45 to RS232 adaptor cable is provided.

4. Video Format Selector

For video format selection. It is recommended to set this to the most frequently used resolution and thereafter

use the BirdUI to make changes.

5. RS-422 Control Port (RJ45)

RJ45 to RS422 adaptor cable is provided.

6. IR Remote ID Selector

Camera ID for IR remote controller.

7. RJ45 Port

For VISCA over IP control and NDI® output. Supports PoE+(IEEE802.3at).

8. Audio Output/Input

Analog 3.5mm audio In\Out ports. The Audio Out will output any audio that is captured on the Audio In port.

Audio format is stereo, unbalanced line level.

9. HDMI Port (HDMI 1.4)

10. CVBS Video Output

11. 3G-SDI Video Output

Camera Connections

12. IR Remote Controller Sensors

The sensors receive commands from the infrared remote controller.

13. Lens

30X magnication optical zoom lens.

14. Power LED Indicator

The indicator displays green when the camera is connected to power outlet.

15. Fixed Mounting Holes

For attaching to the wall/ceiling mount bracket.

16. Tripod mounting holes

17. Base DIP Switch

Remote Controller

1. Power

• Power ON the camera to set the camera to operational

status.

• Power OFF the camera to set the camera to standby status.

• When the camera is powered OFF, the camera turns to the

rear.

• When the camera is powered ON, the camera turns to the

front.

• Powering the camera ON/OFF would not restart the camera.

2. Camera ID (Total 3) Selector

3. Preset Position (Total 6) Calling and Setting

4. PAN-TILT

• Pan and Tilt direction control.

• HOME: Home position, Resolution reset.

5. L/R Direction Set

• Left and right orientation setting.

6. ZOOM/FOCUS

• Far - for objects further from the camera.

• Near - for objects closer to the camera.

7. Auto/Manual Focus

8. Back Light

9. Video Format Switching

• You can change the video format by keep pressing the button. (When video format is changed, the

camera would restart and the screen turns black for few seconds.)

10. MENU

• On screen menu display ON/OFF.

11. Fast/Slow Zooming Speed Switching

12. White Balance

• Change the White Balance setting by pressing the button.

13. De-Flicker

• When you nd the video icking, press the button once to eliminate ickering.

Powering P200

P200 can be powered by two methods.

• PoE+ (Power over Ethernet)

PoE+ is a convenient way to power P200 as it allows both data and power to be sent through the same

standard Ethernet cable. The network switch must support PoE+ (802.3at).

• DC Connection

Located at the rear of the P200 is a 12VDC connection port. Use

only the DC power adaptor (JEITA type4) supplied with the unit.

WARNING

Do not attempt to manually move the camera head when the device is powered up. Doing so may damage the

camera.

Thermal Management

Although the camera is equipped with a fan, the entire enclosure is designed to dissipate heat. The main processor

is capable of operating up to 100º C / 212º F. Various factors can aect how much heat the camera will produce,

and it is normal for it to feel warm to the touch. In extreme circumstances (a hot day / direct hot sun) it is advised

to power P200 via DC as this produces less heat than PoE.

Video Output

The camera can simultaneously produce SDI, HDMI, NDI® and CVBS video output.

HDMI Signal

1. Connect the camera to a HD monitor/TV using HDMI cable.

2. Turn on the camera. After initialization, video will display on the monitor.

3. Information of the camera initial setting status will display on the monitor for 5 seconds.

4. You can set the displayed video format in the camera System menu.

SDI Signal

1. Connect SDI cable in between the camera your SDI Device/display.

NDI® Signal

1. Connect the camera to the network using Cat5/Cat6 network cable.

2. You'll need to use web browser on a connected computer for camera conguration.

3. To obtain NDI

video and congure NDI

video, please refer to NDI Encode Settings.

CVBS Video Signal

1. Connect the camera to your display device using an RCA cable.

Audio Input / Output

Analog 3.5mm audio In\Out ports. The Audio Out will output any audio that is captured on the Audio In port. Audio

format is stereo, unbalanced line level.

Using the Camera Menus

You can use the infrared remote controller to change camera settings while viewing the On Screen Display (OSD)

menus on a connected monitor. The OSD is viewable over NDI®, SDI or HDMI.

However, the Web Conguration Panel (BirdUI) aords greater control of your camera with more parameters as

well as allowing remote access of camera settings over NDI®, and is the recommended method of adjusting your

camera.

This section explains how to navigate the menus. The menu parameters may vary according to the dierent

product model numbers.

1. To display the main menu, press the MENU button on the supplied infrared remote controller.

The main menu is displayed.

2. Use the “↑, ↓” buttons to navigate between main menu items. For example, clicking the "↓” button once will

move the cursor to the item below.

3. To enter the sub menu of a selected item, click either the “→" button or the HOME button. In the example

below, we are navigating between two sub menus of the Exposure main menu. Sub menus can also be navigated

vertically to select sub menu items.

4. Once you've navigated to a setting value, use the “←, →”buttons to increment or decrement the value.

5. Press the MENU button to exit the menus.

NOTE: When you are operating the menu using the infrared remote controller, you cannot set IR- RECEIVE in the

SYSTEM menu to OFF. To set IR- RECEIVE to OFF, use the appropriate VISCA command.

OSD

EXPOSURE

WHITE BALANCE

PICTURE 1

PICTURE 2

PAN TILT ZOOM

SYSTEM

WHITE BALANCE MENU

WB MODE

AUTO

OSD

EXPOSURE

WHITE BALANCE

PICTURE 1

PICTURE 2

PAN TILT ZOOM

SYSTEM

EXPOSURE MENU: FULL AUTO

MODE

SLOW SHUTTER

S. SHUTTER LIMIT

AE RESPONSE

GAIN LIMIT

EX COMP

FULL AUTO

OFF

1/4

21.4dB

OFF

OSD

EXPOSURE

WHITE BALANCE

PICTURE 1

PICTURE 2

PAN TILT ZOOM

SYSTEM

EXPOSURE MENU: MANUAL

MODE

GAIN

GAIN LIMIT

SPEED

IRIS

HIGH SENSITIVITY

MANUAL

12dB

21.4dB

1/60

F1.6

OFF

Camera Menus

Exposure Menu

Mode

Full Auto: The exposure is adjusted automatically using the value set for EX-COMP.

Manual: Allows manual adjustment of the GAIN, GAIN LIMIT, shutter speed (SPEED), iris (IRIS), and HIGH SENSITIVITY.

Iris Pri: Iris Priority mode. This mode allows you to set a xed IRIS with exposure achieved by automatic setting of

SPEED, GAIN LIMIT, and EX-COMP.

Shutter Pri: Shutter Priority mode. This mode allows you to set a xed shutter SPEED with exposure achieved by

automatic setting of IRIS, GAIN LIMIT, and EX-COMP. When you select one from various exposure modes, some of

the following setting items that are required for the selected mode will be displayed.

Gain

Select the gain.

Gain Limit

The gain limit can be set at Full Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Bright, Spot Exposure and Manual in AE mode.

This is useful to limit the automatic setting of gain which can lead to excessive image noise at extreme settings.

High Sensitivity

This function increases the max gain to allow bright output in darker environments. However, with a strong gain (up

to 10×), the captured image may contain considerable noise.

Speed

When video format is set to 720P25, 1080P50, 1080i50, 1080P25 or 720P50, shutter speed can be selected from the

following:

• 1/1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/75, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215, 1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750,

1/2500, 1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10K.

When video format is set to 720P30, 1080i59.94, 1080P29.97, 720P59.94, 1080P59.94, 1080I60, 1080P30, 1080P60 or

720P60, shutter speed can be selected from the following:

• 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180, 1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000,

1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10K.

Iris

Select the iris the following: CLOSE, F14, F11, F9.6, F8.0, F6.8, F5.6, F4.8, F4.0, F3.4, F2.8, F2.4, F2.0, F1.6.

Slow Shutter

When set to “ON,” the slow shutter functions automatically in low light conditions. This setting is available only

when the AE mode is set to “Full Auto.” The default setting is O.

S. Shutter Limit

With certain settings in low light conditions, the shutter speed slows and the gain is increased. This function allows

you to limit the shutter speed reduction. This helps prevent image shake when shooting a moving subject in low

light conditions.

AE Response

The slow AE Response function allows you to reduce the exposure response speed. By default, optimum exposure

can be obtained automatically within approx. 1 second. The slow AE response function allows you to lengthen this

response time.

Ex-Comp (Exposure Compensation)

When MODE is set to FULL AUTO, SHUTTER PRI or IRIS PRI, setting EX-COMP to ON allows exposure compensation

levels to be set from the following values:

• –10.5, –9, –7.5, –6, –4.5, –3, –1.5, 0, +1.5, +3, +4.5, +6, +7.5, +9, +10.5.

Setting the level to 0 disables exposure compensation. Level +10.5 is the brightest and –10.5 is the darkest

compensation value. When EX-COMP is set to OFF, exposure compensation is disabled.

White Balance Menu

WB Mode (White balance mode)

Auto: This mode computes the white balance value output using color information from the entire frame with a

range of values from 2500K to 7500K. This mode is the default setting.

Indoor: Sets the color temperature to 3200K.

Outdoor: Sets the color temperature to 5800K.

OPW (One Push White Balance): The One Push White Balance mode is a xed white balance mode that may be

automatically readjusted only at the request of the user (One Push Trigger), assuming that a white subject, in

correct lighting conditions can occupying more than 1/2 of the image. One Push White Balance data is lost when

the power is turned o. If the power is turned o, you'll need to reset One Push White Balance.

To select OPW:

1. Place a white subject (i.e., sheet of white paper) in the center of the frame.

2. Press the remote controller HOME button to activate the one-push white balance adjustment.

ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance): Auto Tracking White balance (2000K to 10000K), allows the camera to adjust

the white balance according to the temperature of the light source illuminating the subject.

User: This is a mode that enables you to manually set the control of Red and Blue gain up to 256 steps.

Outdoor Auto: This is an auto white balance mode specically for outdoors. It allows you to capture images with

natural white balance in morning and evening light.

SL Auto (Sodium Vapor Lamp Auto): This is an auto white balance mode that compensates for the orange light

from sodium vapor lamps.

SL (Sodium Vapor Lamp): This is a xed white balance mode specically for sodium vapor lamps.

SLO Auto (Sodium Vapor Lamp Outdoor Auto): This is an auto white balance mode specically for outdoors, which

is compatible with sodium vapor lamps.

Picture 1 Menu

Sharpness

Adjusts the picture sharpness.

Eect (Picture Eect)

Select from Monochrome Image (ON) or Color image (O).

Noise Reduction

Select a level of eect for reducing the level of image noise. Select 6 levels from OFF, 1 - 5 (MAX).

Flip

Flips the image upside down for ceiling mounted cameras. Select from upright mode (OFF) or ceiling mount (ON).

Mirror

Displays a mirror image of the video image.

De-Flicker

Turning this on can help reduce the image icker that can occur if the camera frame rate is dierent to the

frequency of the local electricity supply that is powering the scene lighting.

WDR (Wide dynamic range mode)

The WDR feature is available on certain product models. The camera adjusts the image brightness for both the

extreme dark and bright areas of the image.

Color

Adjusts the intensity of colours in the image from a range of 1-15.

Hue

Adjusts the color phase from 1-15.

Contrast

You can adjust the contrast level in the range from 0 (00h) to 255 (FFh). The initial setting is 128 (80h). The smaller

the value lowers the contrast.

Picture 2 Menu

Chroma

You can set the brightness from OFF, LOW, MID, HIGH in each mode of the variable gamma mode.

HLC Mode (Highlight Light Compensation)

HLC attempts to adjust AE and AF to compensate for high intensity spot lights aimed toward the camera lens.

Backlight Compensation

Compensates for strong scene backlighting that can otherwise lead to the subject being too dimly exposed when

shooting in auto exposure mode.

Stabilizer (Available on 30X zoom)

This function can reduce image blur caused by camera movement. The correction eect works best at vibration

frequencies of less than 10 Hz and may not be as eective in conditions of high frequency vibration. In such high

frequency vibration conditions, turn the image stabilizer function o. The image stabilizer function uses the digital

zoom methodology and may result reduced angle of view and resolution.

Stable Zoom (Available on 30X zoom)

Stable Zoom uses the image stabilizer and a combination of the optical and digital zoom to achieve a smooth 24×

zoom.

Gamma

Adjusts the gamma of the image from 0 to 1.

Pan Tilt Zoom Menu

Zoom Ratio OSD

Determines whether the zoom ratio displays on screen.

AF Sen

When set to NORMAL, autofocus response will be fast and suited for frequently moving subjects. When set to

LOW, the autofocus response is slowed which can improve the stability of the focus in low light conditions.

MF Speed

Choose between eight manual focus speeds.

Near Limit

You can set the camera to ignore focusing on subjects that are closer than a designated distance. Can be set in a

range from OVER, 1cm, 11cm, 30cm, 80cm, 1.2m, 1.4m, 1.6m, 2.0m, 2.5m, 3.1m, 4.2m, 6m, 10m, 20m.

Adaptive P/T (pan/tilt)

When set to ON, P/T speed are adaptive to the zoom range. For example, the higher zoom ratio you use, the slower

the speed of P/T.

P/T Speed

The P/T Speed can be set from 0 to 5 (from low to high), when controlling using the remote controller.

Preset Speed

Set the preset recall movement speed from 0 to 5.

Pan Dir

Camera horizontal Left and right orientation setting, option: Normal/Invert.

Tilt Dir

Camera tilt up and down orientation setting, option: Normal/Invert.

System Menu

Pelco ID

When using RS485 (PELCO P/D) control, set Camera ID to the controlled address. This value is from 001-255.

IR-Receive (Infrared Signal Reception)

When this is set to OFF, the camera does not receive the signal from the infrared remote controller. Be sure to keep

it set to ON when you use the infrared remote controller. Note that you cannot set IR-RECEIVE to OFF when you

operate the menu using the infrared remote controller. To set it to OFF, use the appropriate VISCA controller.

Display Info

When this item is set to ON, the camera conguration is displayed for approx. 3 seconds on the screen when the

camera is powered on or rebooted.

Preset Memory

This feature allows you to save the image parameters to PRESET memory. Parameters such as picture, white

balance, exposure, focus mode, zoom positions can be saved with the preset.

Factory Reset

Select this item to set camera back to the factory default setting. Press the HOME button to conrm the action. All

user settings for the camera will be deleted.

Reload Preset 1

When set to ON, preset 1 is set to the Home position. The camera goes to the Home position when it is powered on

or reset.

Auto Focus

Set the speed of auto-focusing from Low to Normal.

Video Format

To change the format, select VIDEO FORMAT, press the “←” button to choose the video format, then press “→”

(Pressing “→” button changes value on some product models) or HOME button to conrm. After conrmation,

press the HOME button again to restore it. The camera will reboot by itself and the new video format is activated.

• You can cancel it by pressing the MENU button.

• Depending on the video client software you are using, some video software may need to be restarted

to obtain the new video format. You can select from the following video formats:

• 1080P:60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25, 1080I:60/59.94/50, 720P:60/59.94/50/30/25

NOTE: The camera video format can also be changed by setting the rotary DIP switch at the back of

the unit.

SV (Software Version)

Software Version Number that is currently running on the camera, you may need this information for technical

support.

Controlling the Camera Using the Remote Controller

Panning and Tilting

1. Press the POWER switch. The camera will turn on and perform the pan/tilt reset operation automatically.

2. Press the arrow button to pan or tilt the camera. While checking the picture on the screen, press the desired

arrow button.

3. To move the camera in short increments, press the button.

4. To move the camera in long increments, press and hold the button.

5. To move the camera diagonally, press the “← or →” button while holding down the “↑ or ↓” button.

6. Press the HOME button to return to the starting position.

L/R DIRECTION SET

MENU POWER

STD

PRESET

FAR

NEAR

RESET

REV

ZOOM FOCUS

HOME

CAMERA SELECT

REV

STD HOMEMENU

L/R DIRECTION SET

7. If the camera moves in a dierent direction than intended, be aware that the camera is set so that the image

output from the camera is rotated toward the right whenever you press the " →” button. To set the remote to

move the camera toward the opposite direction from that of the button you pressed, press the 2 (REV) button

while holding down the L/R DIRECTION SET button.

NOTE: The above setting only changes the control signal emitted from the infrared remote controller, and

does not change the setting of the camera itself. Therefore, repeat the setting for each infrared remote con-

troller if you are using more than one infrared remote controller.

A blinking STANDBY lamp may indicate physical interference with the camera movement, and the camera

may fail to memorize the pan/tilt position. In this case, press the PAN-TILT RESET button to reset the pan/tilt

position.

Zooming

Button [T]: Zoom In.

Button [W]: Zoom Out.

Button [F]: Fast / Slow toggle.

Focusing

Focusing the camera on a subject automatically

Press the AUTO button. The camera focuses on the subject

at the center of the screen automatically.

Focusing the camera on a subject manually

After pressing the MANUAL button, press either the FAR or

the NEAR button to have the camera focus on the subject.

Arrow Button Movement of the Camera Setting

While holding down

Press

L/R DIRECTION SET

REV

FAR

NEAR

ZOOM FOCUS

Subject appears closer

(Telephoto)

Subject appears farther away

(Wide Angle)

Zoom In/Out Speed button

FAR

NEAR

ZOOM FOCUS

Focus on a far subject

Focus on a near subject

Subject appears brighter

AUTO/MANUAL

Shooting with Backlighting

When you shoot a subject with a light source behind it, the subject becomes dark. In such a case, press the BACK

LIGHT button. To cancel the function, press the BACKLIGHT button again.

NOTE: The BACKLIGHT function is eective if MODE is set to FULL AUTO in the EXPOSURE menu of the camera.

Changing Resolution

1. Press the RESOLUTION button.

2. Use the arrow keys to navigate the displayed menu.

3. Press Home to select.

4. Screen will display ‘CHANGING…”

5. Press Menu to exit.

Storing the Camera Settings Using Presets

Using the preset function, six sets of camera shooting conditions can be stored and recalled. The six sets of

camera shooting conditions can be stored and recalled by using remote controller. Up to 128 presets via protocol

programming.

This function allows you to achieve the desired status instantly, even without adjusting the following items each

time.

• Pan/Tilt Position

• Zoom Position

• Focus Auto/Manual

• Focus Position

• AE Mode

• Shutter control parameters

• Bright Control

• Iris control parameters

The settings stored using this function are recalled when the power is turned on.

1. Press the RESET button to reset the pan/tilt position.

2. Adjust the position, zooming, focusing and backlighting of the camera.

3. While holding down the PRESET button, press any of the POSITION buttons, 1 to 6, in which you want to store

the settings.

• Gain control parameters

• Exposure Compensation On/O

• Exposure Level

• Backlight Compensation On/O

• White Balance Mode

• R/B Gain

• Aperture Control

• WD Parameter

Recalling the stored settings

Press any of the POSITION buttons, 1 to 6, in which you have stored the settings.

Cancelling the preset memory

While holding down the RESET button, press the POSITION button from which you want to cancel the settings.

NOTE:

• When the power is turned on, the camera starts with the settings stored in POSITION 1, so if you want

to retain the previous pan and tilt positions, store those positions in POSITION 1.

• When you are storing or cancelling the settings in one POSITION, you cannot call up, store or cancel

the settings in another POSITION.

• When the menu is displayed on the screen, you cannot perform the operation for storing, recalling, or

cancelling the setting. Be sure to return to the normal display before starting these operations.

Operating Multiple Cameras with the Infrared Remote Controller

1. Using the DIP switch on the rear of the camera, assign a number to the camera (1, 2 or 3).

2. Press the CAMERA SELECT button on the infrared remote controller that corresponds to the number set in

step 1.

3. You can now operate the camera(s) specied by number. Every time you operate the camera(s) using the

infrared remote controller, the CAMERA SELECT button pressed in step 2 illuminates.

CAMERA SELECT

STD

PRESET RESET

REV

Press a POSITION button

While holding down PRESET Button

Web Conguration Panel

The web conguration panel (BirdUI) allows you to alter key settings of P200, such as A/V settings, video frame

rates, restarting the video processing engine, changing networking parameters, recalling PTZ presets and applying

rmware updates.

Access via web browser (URL)

P200 is congured to automatically receive a network IP address from the computer network via DHCP (Dynamic

Host Conguration Protocol). Most corporate, education and home networks have a DHCP server present on the

network to allow this to occur.

If P200 receives an IP address automatically from this server (DHCP), the IP address can be discovered in several

ways, including BirdDog Central Lite software available from here.

NOTE: Your computer will need to have ‘Bonjour’ services loaded in order to access the unit via it’s user dened

name. Apple devices come pre-installed with Bonjour, while Windows devices need a plugin available from here.

Accessing P200 on a network without a DHCP server

Some standalone or private networks may not have a DHCP server. After 30 seconds of waiting for an automatically

assigned IP address, the camera will reassign to the designated fallback address (the default is 192.168.100.100).

In order to access the BirdUI on a network which is congured to a dierent subnet, change your computers IP

address to match the BirdDog unit. Once you gain access to the BirdUI, choose your IP address to match the rest

of the devices on your network.

For instructions on setting your computer's IP address, please consult your computer operating system manual or

IT support resources.

Password Management

Once you direct your web browser to the BirdUI you will

be presented with the Dashboard. To make changes to any

settings, you'll need to log in.

Default Password

The BirdUI is secured by a user-selectable password. The

default password is: birddog (one word, lower case).

Password Reset

To change the password simply login using the default

password, navigate to the System tab in the BirdUI, and click

the APPLY button.

It is recommended to change this password in a network environment where P200 is shared with other users (e.g.

not private). By entering this password, the user is granted full access to the P200 conguration settings and could

interrupt a live program.

BirdUI Layout

The BirdUI is organized into the following panels:

1. Dashboard

Overall view of important information such as the network connection type

and video stream format and resolution.

2. Network

General network settings such as DHCP IP Address details, timeout fallback

address and camera network name, as well as NDI® specic network settings

3. System

System admin functions such as updates, password change, designation of

group access and camera reboot.

4. AV Setup

Full NDI® encode management and audio settings.

5. CamControl

Exposure, white balance, picture and color settings.

6. Scopes

Settings for the Histogram, Waveform, RGB Parade and Vectorscope.

7. Logout

Click to logout from the BirdUI.

Dashboard

The Dashboard displays an overall view of

important information.

1. System Info

Current computer system CPU utiliza-

tion.

2. Device mode

Encode or Decode. For P200 this is xed

at Decode.

3. Network Bandwidth

Network bandwidth consumption of the

current NDI® output stream(s).

4. Status

a. NDI Video Stream Name as set here.

b. Selected Video Format as set here.

c. NDI Audio Status as set here.

5. Stream Info

a. Video Resolution as set here Number of audio channels of the camera.

b. Video Frame Rate as set here The audio output sample rate of the camera.

c. Video chroma subsample rate and average NDI® bitrate of the camera. P200 has a xed chroma subsample

rate.

6. System Details.

a. Camera name as set here.

b. Network details as set here.

c. Online status of the camera.

d. MAC address and current rmware version of the camera.

Network

Network Details

Most computer networks provide for both automatic and manual conguration of network devices and the P200

can accomodate both.

Conguration Method

Here you can set the network conguration to either DHCP (default) or Static. DHCP simplies the management of

IP addresses on networks. No two hosts can have the same IP address, so assigning them manually can potentially

lead to errors. If your network is set up for DHCP, this is generally the best conguration to choose.

If you do choose to go with a Static IP address, you’ll need to add the IP Address, Subnet Mask and Gateway

Address information according to the requirements of your network.

DHCP Timeout, Fallback IP address, Fallback Subnet Mask

You can set the timeout period during which P200 will look for a DHCP IP address. After this period, the camera will

default to the designated fallback IP address.

This can be useful if you use your camera in other network environments. For example, if a DHCP server is available

in your normal oce or studio application, the camera will use the DHCP supplied IP address. If you then use the

camera in another application without a DHCP server, your camera will always default to the known fallover IP

address. NOTE: Do not set the fallback IP address the same as the camera IP address. It is recommended to keep

the fallback IP address.

BirdDog Name

You can give your camera a meaningful name to make identication easier when viewing NDI® sources on a

receiver such as a TriCaster, vMix or Studio Monitor. Be sure to make the name unique, as no two devices on the

network should have the same name. The name can be any combination of a-z, 0-9, and '–‘.

After renaming your camera, navigate back to the Dashboard and click REBOOT DEVICE. The camera will re-

initialize and you’ll be good to go.

NDI Network Settings

P200 operates with the

latest NDI® libraries. There

are several options to

congure P200 behaviour

in an NDI® network.

Each conguration has

its benets, however it is

recommended to utilise

the default TCP transmit

method unless you have

reason to change.

Preferred Transmit Method

TCP

TCP is the default method of transmission for NDI®. It operates well within local networks with predictable latency

and limited jitter. BirdDog recommends that TCP be used for typical applications, and only using alternative

transports for specic reasons.

UDP

UDP is recommended for networks where there is extended latency from one end to the other. The nature of

UDP means that it does not receive a conrmation of each packet being received successfully – vastly improving

performance on busy networks. UDP can have some consequences if there are other issues on the network such

as jitter or lost packets as it will not inherently re-sent a lost packet.

R-UDP (Reliable UDP)

Reduces overall network load (allowing more NDI® streams) by not requiring every packet to be ‘acknowledged’

by every receiver – has error correction built in for smoothness and reliability.

Multicast

Multicast is especially useful for use-cases that require a single source to be received on multiple receivers

simultaneously. Utilizing Multicast ooads the distribution of the NDI® A/V packets from the camera to the

network infrastructure. You should take care to ensure your network is specically congured to support Multicast

as using it on an ill-prepared network can create unintended network problems.

NDI Discovery

If you choose to use a NDI® discovery server, you can congure it in this tab. By default, NDI® utilizes mDNS

(multicast Domain Name System) to create the zero conguration environment for discovery. Unless the network

is specically congured to not allow mDNS, NDI® sources will be discovered.

The NDI® discovery service is designed to replace the automatic discovery NDI® uses with a server that operates

as an ecient centralized registry of NDI® sources that requires much less bandwidth. Multiple servers can be

specied for failover reduntancy. NDI® discovery server also helps with location of devices that reside on dierent

subnets. The NDI® Discovery Server is available in the free NDI® SDK.

1. If you are using one or more NDI® Discovery Servers, click the ON button.

2. Enter a comma delimited list of the IP address(es) of your NDI® Discovery Server(s).

3. Click the APPLY button to save your changes.

System

Password Settings

The BirdUI is secured by a user-selectable password. The default password is birddog (one word, lower case). It is

recommended that the default password be changed, since the BirdUI grants full access to the camera conguration

settings.

You can change the password in the Password Settings tab.

1. Enter the current password.

2. Enter the new password. It is recommended to change this password to retain administration rights to prevent

unauthorized changes in a network environment where PTZ Keyboard is shared with other users (e.g. not

private). Conrm the new password and click the Apply button.

System Update

We are always adding new features and improving the performance

of our products, so installing the latest rmware will provide you

with the best user experience.

To upgrade the rmware, please download the rmware and follow

the Firmware Upgrade Instructions located in your rmware folder.

Access Manager Conguration

Remote IP List

By default, NDI® devices are visible to each other only when they’re

on the same VLAN. If you want visibility or control of a device on a

dierent VLAN, you need to add it’s address manually as a Remote

IP. You can upload, and download Remote IP Lists for sharing with

other cameras.

To upload a list:

1. Click the CHOOSE FILE button to load your Remote IP List in

UTF-8 encoded string format.

2. Click the UPDATE button. Do not upload a blank list.

NDI Group List

Set the NDI group list. NDI® groups allow you to restrict

communication to only devices that belong to the same NDI® group.

NDI® Groups can be very useful in larger environments to control

visibility and access amongst various groups. You can upload and

download group lists for sharing with other cameras. Groups also

need setting up in NDI® Access Manager, available in NDI® Tools.

To upload a list:

1. Click the CHOOSE FILE button to load your NDI® Group List in UTF-8 encoded string format.

2. Click the UPDATE button. Do not upload a blank list.

System Reboot

Click the Reboot button to perform a camera reboot.

AV Setup

Device Settings

Audio Output Select

Loop: Audio from the Audio In port, for example, from a connected microphone, is directed to the Audio Out port

for monitoring.

Comms: Audio from NDI® stream is directed to the audio out for camera operator comms. You'll need software

such as BirdDog Comms Lite/Pro to use this function.

Audio In / Out Gain

Controls for adjusting the audio in/out gain.

NDI Encode Settings

Bitrate Management

Birddog Devices allow you to set your target NDI® output bitrate. This allows you to select a compression ratio that

is more ecient for your networking infrastructure (lower bandwidth) or higher image quality for critical footage.

The scale allows you to select the range of 60 - 360 Mbps.

By setting Bitrate Management to NDI MANAGED, the target bitrate will be set in accordance with the NDI®

standard. By selecting MANUAL you are able to manually select a target bitrate. Select MANUAL with care, as you

will need to account for the capacity of the network and the receiving device.

NDI Groups

NDI® supports Grouping which allows you to hide the visibility of video sources to viewers that are not part of the

group. If disabled (default), the video source is public and viewable by any receiver on your network. Click on the

eld and type a group name. Receivers can then scan for, and select your group.

Stream Name

You can give the camera NDI® output stream a meaningful name to make identication easier on on any NDI®-

capable receiver, particularly on networks where there are a large amount of NDI®streams.

NDI Video Format

P200 is capable of outputting independent video formats for both NDI® and SDI/HDMI. This setting aects only

the NDI® video output. Please note that the video rate you select here must be of the same family as the SDI/HDMI

video output, for example 720p50 aligns with 1080i50/1080p50 but will not co-exist with any 29.97/30fps based

camera setting.

NDI Audio

Select MUTE to disable the NDI® audio. Select ANALOG to receive audio from the rear mounted USB connector.

Stream to Network

You can choose to disable the NDI® output stream.

Encoder Screensaver

Assign a captured frame, black frame, or BirdDog logo as a screensaver.

Capture Screensaver Frame

Click the Capture button to capture the current frame for use as a screensaver.

Onboard Tally

Enable the camera Tally lights.

NDI Genlock Source

Select the genlock source from the dropdown list.

NDI Failover Source

NDI® has a failover function whewre you can designate an alternate camera or NDI® source for the receiver, should

this camera become disconnected or otherwise unavailable on the network. Click on the

Available NDI Sources

eld to select your alternate source.

Update Source List

Pressing the Refresh button will add new sources to the list, whereas pressing the RESET button will populate the

list with only active NDI® sources. Click the APPLY button to apply your failover source change.

Device Restart

Restarts the NDI® stream. This may be necessary when changing key image settings, e.g., resolution.

CamControl

Camera Control Tab

Menu On / O

To adjust cameras settings via the OSD (On Screen Display), click the Menu ON/OFF.

The OSD is visible on both the NDI® output and SDI/HDMI, and can also be accessed via the included remote

control. Since it uses the same controls for menu navigation, PTZ control of the camera movement will not be

possible until the OSD menu is closed again.

Zoom

Click the TELE button to zoom in and the WIDE button to zoom out.

Focus Mode

Select between Auto and Manual focus modes.

Focus

Click the IN button to focus on nearer subjects and the OUT button to focus on subjects further from the camera.

Pan / Tilt / Zoom Speed

When controlling P200 over NDI® you can individually set the maximum speed of PTZ movements. Higher numbers

produce faster and more sensitive movements of the camera.

Image Settings Reset

Click this button to reset all image settings to their factory default.

FreeD Tab

Enable or disable FreeD. FreeD is a protocol for real time

camera PTZ position query. Any application that uses FreeD

can use this data, usually in a virtual environment, where a

physical camera move (i.e. pan, tilt, zoom or iris change) can

trigger the virtual environment to follow that move in real

time.

IP Address / Port

Enter the IP address of the host and the port that the data

package will be sent to.

Apply FreeD Settings

Click the APPLY button to save your changes.

Preset Tab

To save a Preset select a number, make your desired changes,

click the Save button and then click a Preset number. To recall

a Preset, click the Preset number. You can save two separate

and dierent types of Presets:

BirdDog

Saves only PTZ information with the Preset.

Camera

If System/Preset Memory is enabled in the camera Menu via

the OSD, image parameters such as picture, white balance,

exposure, focus mode, zoom positions will also be saved with

the Preset.

Exposure Tab

Mode

Full Auto: The exposure is adjusted automatically using

the values set for EXPOSURE COMPENSATION.

Manual: Allows manual adjustment of the GAIN, IRIS

and SPEED (shutter speed).

Shutter Priority: The shutter speed can be set freely

by the user, and the iris and gain are set automatically,

according to the brightness of the subject. The exposure

is adjusted automatically using the values manually

set for SPEED (shutter speed), GAIN and EXPOSURE

COMPENSATION.

Iris Priority: The iris can be set freely by the user. The

gain and shutter speed are set automatically according to the brightness of the subject. The exposure is adjusted

automatically using the values manually set for SPEED, GAIN and EXPOSURE COMPENSATION.

Depending on the mode selected, the following parameters my be displayed.

Slow Shutter

When set to “On,” the slow shutter functions automatically in low light conditions. This setting is available only

when the AE mode is set to “Full Auto.” The default setting is O.

Slow Shutter Limit

With certain settings in low light conditions, the shutter speed slows and the gain is increased. This function allows

you to limit the shutter speed reduction. This helps prevent image shake when shooting a moving subject in low

light conditions.

AE Response

The slow AE Response function allows you to reduce the exposure response speed. By default, optimum exposure

can be obtained automatically within approx. 1 second.

Gain Limit

The gain limit can be set at Full Auto, Iris Priority and Shutter Priority mode. Use this setting when image signal-

to-noise ratio is particularly important. Select the gain limit from the following: 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, 21dB, 24dB,

27dB, 30dB, 33dB, 36dB.

Gain

Select the gain from the following: 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB, 12dB, 15dB, 18dB, 21dB, 24dB, 27dB, 30dB, 33dB, 36dB.

Exposure Compensation

When MODE is set to FULL AUTO, SHUTTER PRI or IRIS PRI, setting EXPOSURE COMPENSATION to ON allows

exposure compensation levels to be set from –10.5 to 10.5. Setting the level to 0 disables exposure compensation.

Level +10.5 is the brightest and –10.5 is the darkest compensation value. When EXPOSURE COMPENSATION is set

to OFF, exposure compensation is disabled.

Iris

Select the iris from CLOSE - F1.8.

Shutter Speed

When video format is set to 720P25, 1080P50, 1080i50, 1080P25 or 720P50, shutter speed can be selected from

the following: 1/1, 1/2, 1/3, 1/6, 1/12, 1/25, 1/50, 1/75, 1/100, 1/120, 1/150, 1/215, 1/300, 1/425, 1/600, 1/1000, 1/1250, 1/1750,

1/2500, 1/3500, 1/6000, 1/10K.

When video format is set to 720P30, 1080i59.94, 1080P29.97, 720P59.94, 1080P59.94, 1080I60, 1080P30, 1080P60 or

720P60, shutter speed can be selected from the following: 1/1, 1/2, 1/4, 1/8, 1/15, 1/30, 1/60, 1/90, 1/100, 1/125, 1/180,

1/250, 1/350, 1/500, 1/725, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000, 1/3000, 1/4000, 1/6000, 1/10K.

High Sensitivity

In this mode, the maximum gain increases, enabling to obtain a brighter output even in a darker en- vironment.

However, if the gain reaches high level, the image will have a large amount of noise.

Bright Level

The bright control adjusts both gain and iris using an internal algorithm, according to a brightness level freely set

by the user.

White Balance Tab

Cam White Balance

Auto: This mode computes the white balance value output using color information from the entire frame with a

range of values from 2500K to 7500K. This mode is the default setting.

Indoor: Sets the color temperature to 3200K.

Outdoor: Sets the color temperature to 5800K.

OPW (One Push White Balance): The One Push White Balance mode is a xed white balance mode that may be

automatically readjusted only at the request of the user (One Push Trigger), assuming that a white subject, in cor-

rect lighting conditions can occupying more than 1/2 of the image. One Push White Balance data is lost when the

power is turned o. If the power is turned o, you'll need to reset One Push White Balance.

To select OPW:

1. Place a white subject (i.e., sheet of white paper) in the center of the frame.

2. Press the remote controller HOME button to activate the one-push white balance adjustment.

ATW (Auto Tracking White Balance): Auto Tracking White balance (2000K to 10000K), allows the camera to ad-

just the white balance according to the temperature of the light source illuminating the subject.

Manual: These two user modes allow you to manually set the color balance parameters.

Outdoor Auto: This is an auto white balance mode specically for outdoors. It allows you to capture images with

natural white balance in morning and evening light. You can ne tune this setting using the MATRIX.

SVL Auto (Sodium Vapor Lamp Auto): This is an auto white balance mode that compensates for the orange light

from sodium vapor lamps. You can ne tune this setting using the MATRIX.

SVL (Sodium Vapor Lamp): This is a xed white balance mode specically for sodium vapor lamps. You can ne

tune this setting using the MATRIX.

SVL Outdoor Auto. (Sodium Vapor Lamp Outdoor Auto): This is an auto white balance mode specically for out-

doors, which is compatible with sodium vapor lamps. You can ne tune this setting using the MATRIX.

The following parameters are available depending on the chosen mode.

Speed (white balance speed)

You can adjust the speed at which the camera reaches the white convergence point when AUTO1 or AUTO2 is

chosen. Values range from 1 - 5 in ascending speed.

Oset

The white convergence point can be shifted when WHITE BALANCE mode is AUTO1, AUTO2, or ONE PUSH. The

range is from –7 to +7. White balance is shifted toward blue when a negative value is chosen, and it is shifted toward

red when a positive value is chosen.

Matrix (Color Matrix)

You can emphasize or weaken a specic color region while keeping the white convergence point unchanged.

When you turn this ON, the following items are displayed for adjustment.

Select

You can choose an internal preset matrix for matrix calculation. You can choose from STD, HIGH SAT, FL LIGHT,

MOVIE, STILL, CINEMA, PRO, ITU709, and B/W. This becomes disabled when MATRIX is turned OFF.

Level (color level)

You can adjust the color density of the picture. Choose a value in the range from 0 to 14. The greater the number,

the denser the colors, and vice versa. This becomes disabled when MATRIX is turned OFF.

Phase

You can adjust the color tone of the entire picture. Choose a value from –7 to +7. This becomes disabled when

MATRIX is turned OFF.

R-G, R-B, G-R, G-B, B-R, B-G

You can set a coecient for each combination of RGB individually, to adjust the hue of the entire picture. Choose

a value from –99 to 0 to +99. This becomes disabled when MATRIX is turned OFF.

Cam Red/Blue Gain

Sets the intensity of red and blue colors in the image.

Cam Color Temp

Sets the color temperature of the image in degrees Kelvin.

Picture 1 Tab

Sharpness

Adjusts the picture sharpness value from 0 to 15.

Eect

Select from Monochrome Image (B&W) or Color image (OFF).

Noise Reduction

Can reduce the level of image noise. Select from 6 levels -

OFF, 1 - 5 (MAX).

Flip

Flips the image upside down for ceiling mounted cameras.

Select from upright mode (OFF) or ceiling mount (ON).

Mirror

Displays a mirror image of the video image.

Picture 2 Tab

IR Cut Filter

An IR (infrared) cut lter can be disengaged for

increased image sensitivity in low light conditions.

The lter will automatically engage depending on

the ambient light, allowing the camera to be eective

in day/night environments. When the mode is set to

NIGHT, a monochrome (black and white) image will

be displayed.

Chroma Suppress

The chroma suppress mode can be engaged for low

light conditions when color noise may be particularly

noticeable. You can set the brightness from OFF,

LOW, MID, HIGH in each mode of the variable

gamma modes.

Highlight Light Compensation (HLC)

Attempts to adjust AE and AF to compensate for when high intensity spot lights are detected.

Highlight Light Compensation Mask

This setting determines how much of the spotlight is removed when making the compensation calculation.

Backlight Comp

Compensates for strong scene backlighting that can otherwise lead to the subject being too dimly exposed when

shooting in auto exposure mode.

Stabilizer (Available on 30X zoom)

This function can reduce image blur caused by camera movement. The correction eect works best at vibration

frequencies of around 10 Hz and may not be as eective in conditions of high frequency vibration. In such high

frequency vibration conditions, turn the image stabilizer function o. The image stabilizer function uses the digi-

tal zoom methodology and may result reduced angle of view and resolution.

Gamma

Adjusts the gamma of the image from 0 to 1.

Color Matrix Tab

The Color Matrix features 64 levels

of adjustment of Gain (Intensity) and

Hue (oset) across six color sections,

Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta

and Yellow, and allows individual

ne-tuning of each of these without

aecting the response of other color

components.

You can also view an online video

that covers this section.

Color Gain

The Gain control of each color

component denes how intense that

color is represented. The default

level (32) is a moderate gain which

shows an even bias between all pixels that contain the color, i.e., a dark red will have the red component shown as

vividly as a bright red, this generally gives a balanced look to your color representation.

By increasing the gain value, the camera will add additional intensity to all parts of the image pertaining to this

color. Conversely, reducing the color gain will take some intensity out of the target color. This can be useful in some

lighting conditions where certain colors appear over saturated to the camera.

Color Hue

The Color Hue option adjusts the temperature or phase in which any color is represented. When looking at the

color spectrum, beyond the true color points (Red, Green, Blue, Cyan, Magenta and Yellow), there are areas where

the colors transition to their neighboring color point. Color Matrix controls allow you to adjust the color oset in a

negative (counter clockwise) or positive (clockwise) direction, eectively moving the cameras response to any color

towards its neighboring color transition point.

Adjusting individual color Hue can assist dramatically in matching color representation from the camera to true-to

like colors or matching P200 to other cameras in your production.

Using a Colour Chart

It is recommended to utilise a colour chart or colour chip chart when adjusting the Colour Matrix controls. These

charts are available readily and have colour chips for each of the colours that the camera can adjust. By utilising a

colour chip chart you are more easily able to see the impact of any adjustment you are making.

Using a colour chip chart such as the Datacolor SpyderCheckr can be benecial to ne-tuning adjustments in the

P200 Colour Matrix.

Advanced Tab

Enabling video enhancement will attempt to adjust the

amount of detail and gain for both the shadows and

highlights of the image. This can result in a dramatically

more balanced image. However, caution should be

exercised as extreme settings can result in increased

video noise in the shadows of the image.

Brightness

Adjusts the level of enhancement provided by the

Video Enhancement function. A higher amount will

result in more vivid images and more sensitivity in the

shadows but can increase video noise produced by the

camera.

Brightness Compensation

This setting informs the camera where your desired level of enhancement should be focused. If your image has

large amounts of dark areas that need to be enhanced then set Brightness Compensation to Dark. If your image

appears over exposed, set Brightness Compensation to Light.

Compensation Level

Adjusts the mask area for the camera to apply the Video Enhancement eect. By increasing the value from low to

high, the camera will attempt to adjust a greater amount of the shadow or highlight area of the image.

Gamma Oset

Controls the Shadow and Blacks of an image by changing the brightness/color levels while leaving midtones and

highlight areas unaected.

Scopes

Since there is variation in both the

eyesight of individuals and video monitors,

CamControl oers NDI

video scopes to

assist in evaluating the color and tonal

qualities of your image.

Program / Preview Enable

Choose to overlay the scopes on either the

program output, the preview output, or

both.

Transparency Enable

Click the ON button to enable scope transparency, allowing the video image to be visible behind the scopes.

Double Size Enable

Click the ON button to select the large scope size.

Position

Select the position of the overlayed scope in the image. Select from Top Left, Top Right, Bottom Left and Bottom

Right.

Gamma Gain

Adjust the brightness of the displayed scopes.

Mode

Histogram: The Histogram shows the distribution of luminance (brightness)

in the image, from darker pixels on the left of the scope, to brighter pixels

on the right. The height of the curve is a measure of the number of pixels

in the image with a particular luminance value. Unlike the Waveform

or RGB Parade scope, the Histogram does not indicate the left to right

physical position of the luminance values in the image.

Waveform: The Waveform scope shows the distribution of luminance in

the image as a waveform that ranges from zero at the lower horizontal

line, to 100 % intensity at the upper horizontal line. The left to right position

of the values match their position in the image.

RGB Parade: The RGB Parade shows the intensity of Red, Green and Blue

in the image as separate waveforms that range from zero at the lower

horizontal line, to 100 % intensity at the upper horizontal line. For each

waveform, the left to right position of the values match their position in

the image.

Vector: The Vectorscope is a circular graph that displays the chrominance

(hue and saturation of the colors) of the image. The distance from the

center indicates the degree of saturation of the colors, from zero intensity

at the center of the circle, to 100% intensity at the edge of the circle.

The graph is divided into color segments, each indicated by the colored

perimeter of the circle, showing the dispersion of color in the image. A

Waveform scope is also displayed on the left side of the Vectorscope.

Receiving NDI® Video

There are many applications that support receiving the NDI® signal that P200 produces. Each application will vary

slightly on how you choose your source.

NewTek Studio Monitor

NDI® Tools is a free suite of applications designed to introduce you to the world of IP video and is available here.

The included Studio Monitor application allows you to monitor many NDI® sources on a standard Windows

computer. Once Studio Monitor is launched, right click anywhere in the interface and select your camera from the

dropdown list.

Once connected to P200, a conguration gear icon is displayed on the bottom right-hand side of the video display

providing shortcut access the BirdUI.

NewTek TriCaster Series

NewTek TriCaster series devices allow several NDI® sources to be received simultaneously, the number of

simultaneous connections depending on what model TriCaster you have.

To select the camera as a source on your TriCaster, click on the conguration gear icon below your desired source

location. From the displayed Input Setting dialog, select your camera source from the dropdown list.

Once connected to P200, a conguration gear icon displays next to the source dropdown window that provides

shortcut access the P200 BirdUI.

NDI® Camera Control

The easiest way to control your camera is via the BirdDog PTZ Keyboard!

BirdDog PTZ Keyboard supports NDI®, NDI®|HX, Visca over IP, RS422, and RS232. By harnessing BirdDog’s next

generation NDI® and IP technology, it’s never been easier to discover, connect, and control your PTZ cameras.

IP Connection

IP Port to Network Switch

1. Connect the camera NDI® Ethernet port to a port in a Ethernet switch on your network. The switch must

provide PoE+ if you are not using the power adaptor.

2. Connect the PTZ Keyboard’s IP port to a port on the Ethernet switch (or other connected switch on the same

network subnet).

3. Login to the web interface (BirdUI) of the camera and PTZ Keyboard to congure the appropriate settings.

Remote Controller

You can use the supplied remote controller to control your camera. For instructions on use, please refer here.

Controlling Your Camera Via Other Protocols

P200 also supports control via VISCA-over-IP, RS-232 and RS-422/485. This section details how to congure

control under these protocols.

When the camera is connected to a computer and joystick keyboard with a VISCA cable (cross type, RS-232), you

can operate the camera with the computer and the joystick keyboard.

When the camera is connected to a joystick keyboard a control cable (cross type, RS-422/485), you can operate

the camera’s pan, tilt, zoom with the joystick keyboard.

In this connection conguration, a HDMI cable, SDI video cable, data cable and network cable is required. To obtain

these third-party components or accessories, consult the dealer where you bought your camera.

Camera Initial setting status Information

The following information of the camera initial setting status will display on the monitor for 5 seconds.

1. Camera PELCO ID for RS-485 control.

2. Camera ID for IR Remote Controller.

3. IR remote control signal receive current setting.

4. Baud Rate current setting.

5. Control COMM Port current setting.

6. Video format current setting.

7. HDMI current setting.

8. Model number.

9. Firmware version.

CAMERA STATUS INFO DISPLAY

PELCO ID

IR ID

IR-RECEIVE

BAUD RATE

COMM TYPE

FORMAT

HDMI OUT

MODEL TYPE

001

9600

422

1080p29.97

YUV

EYES P200

V0B1100S36[...]

VISCA over IP Control

With VISCA over IP, you can control the camera using the VISCA protocol on a controller equipped with IP

communication capabilities via LAN.

VISCA over IP communication specications:

• Interface: RJ-45 10/100/1000 Mbps

• Interface protocol: IPv4

• Transport protocol: UDP

• IP address: 192.168.100.100 By default

• Port: 52381

Controlling via VISCA over IP

1. Connect the network port on the camera to the network switch.

2. Set the IP address and other network information appropriately to communicate on your network.

3. Connect the VISCA over IP compatible controller to the network.

4. Congure the controller to access the camera’s IP address and VISCA over the IP port.

5. The IP port within on your control must be set to 52381 to communicate with the camera.

6. Select the VISCA protocol on your IP control device.

HDMI Video Signal

3G-SDI Video Signal

VISCA Over IP ControlPoE Power

DIP Switch Settings

The DIP switches are for setting the camera conguration for following items.

The Camera ID address and video resolution settings (below) can be also be set via the camera OSD menu. The

camera can be set either using the OSD menu or DIP switches. They override each other - after the camera is

turned on, the most recent setting is used.

1. Camera ID Address for RS-485 PELCO protocol.

2. Video output / Video color space.

3. RS-232 / RS-422/485 selection.

4. RS-232 / RS-422/485 baud rate.

5. Video resolutions selection.

Setting the DIP Switches

Turn o power to the camera before

changing the DIP switch settings. Power

on the camera to have the new DIP switch

setting activated.

1. Bit 1~3: Camera Address setting for

VISCA protocol

2. Bit 4: Video Output/Video Color

Space

3. Bit 5: Reserved

4. Bit 6: RS-232/RS-422

5. Bit 7~8: RS-232/RS-422 Baud Rate

The Rear Panel Rotary Switch

The rotary switch selects the video format. Use small screw driver to turn the switch to the desired number or

letter. It is recommended to set this to the most frequently used resolution and thereafter use the BirdUI to make

changes.

Using RS-232 (VISCA)

You can use the RS-232 port to connect to optional controllers, such as joystick control keyboard, control PC

station, to operate the camera, perform pan, tilt and zoom operations using the joystick of the control keyboard,

and to use the Preset function using the control buttons.

An application software that supports this unit is needed if you use a PC station.

RS232 Connection

1. On the base DIP switch:

• Set to RS232 control.

• Set the Baud Rate to the same setting as the keyboard you are using.

• Set the camera control address that you wish to use.

• If you want to have the camera address to be automatically assigned by the VISCA controller, set the

camera DIP switch address to 0.

2. Reboot the camera by turning it O and On after the DIP switch has been set up correctly.

3. The camera supports Daisy Chain connection of up to 7 cameras.

4. Use the included RJ45 to RS232 (VISCA) cable. The controller must be VISCA compatible.

HDMI Video Signal

SDI Video Signal

Remote Control Signal

(VISCA / RS232)

IR Remote Controller

5. Use the included RJ45 to RS232 cable with an 8 pin Mini Din adaptor to make an RS232 connection for your

control device.

6. Use the included RJ45 to RS422/232 cable with a Phoenix terminal contact adaptor to make an RS232

connection for your control device.

8 pin Mini DIN

cable connector

PTZ Keyboard

RS232

Daisy Chain Control

RS232 Serial Port

connection on

controller side

1. DTR

3. TX

4. GND

5. RX

7. IR_OUT

2. DSR

3. TX

4. GND

5. RX

Extension cable

RS232 adaptor

included

7. Use a CAT5/6 cable (T-568B standard pinout) to make an RS232 connection by following the pin denition

below:

8. Make an RS232 Daisy Chain multiple camera connection with a standard RS232 serial port controller:

CAT5/6

Network Cable

1. IR_OUT

(Orange/White)

2. DTR (Orange)

3. GND (Green/White)

4. DSR (Blue)

5. TX_OUT (Blue/White)

6. RX_OUT (Green)

7. TX_IN

(Brown/White)

8. RX_IN

(Brown)

VCC - CC45232

RJ45 TO RS232

CONTROL CABLE

ADAPTER

1. DSR

2. DTR

3. RXD

4. GND

5. TXD

6. NC

7. NC

8. NC

(Orange/White)

(Orange)

(Green/White)

(Blue)

(Blue/White)

(Green)

(Brown/White)

(Brown)

GND

TXD

RXD

Daisy Chain up to 7 cameras

RS232 Connection

with standard RS232 Serial Port

PTZ Keyboard Controller

Using RS422(VISCA) / RS485 (PELCO P/D)

You can use the RS-232 port to connect to optional controllers, such as a joystick control keyboard, or control PC

station, to operate the camera, perform pan, tilt and zoom operations and to use the Preset function using the

control buttons.

An application software that supports this unit is needed if you use PC station.

RS422 (VISCA) connection

1. On the DIP switch:

• Set to RS422 control.

• Set the Baud Rate to the same Baud Rate setting as the keyboard you are using.

• Set the specic address for the controlled camera.

• If you want to have the camera address to be automatically assigned by the VISCA controller, set the

camera DIP switch address to 0.

2. Reboot the camera by turning it O and On after the DIP switch has been set correctly.

3. Use the included RJ45 to RS422 cable. The controller must be VISCA compatible.

4. The camera supports Daisy Chain connection of up to 7 cameras.

HDMI Video Signal

SDI Video Signal

Remote Control Signal

(RS422 (VISCA)

or RS485 (Pelco P/D))

IR Remote Controller

SONY Keyboard RS422 Connection

The connection of a SONY keyboard is dierent than other VISCA (non-Sony) keyboards. If using a SONY controller

and Daisy Chaining multiple cameras via RS422 connection:

VISCA (Non-Sony) Keyboard RS422 Connection

Make an RS422 connection and RS422 Daisy Chain multiple cameras connection with non-Sony controller as below.

Camera

5. GND

4. T +

3. T –

2. R +

1. R –

Keyboard

1. ---

2. ---

3. ---

4. ---

5. GND

6. RXD IN –

7. RXD IN +

8. TXD IN –

9. TXD IN +

RS422 (VISCA) Daisy Chain

Multiple Cameras Connection

(SONY Keyboard)

RX +RX –T X +TX – GND

RX +RX – TX +TX – GND

KEYBOARD

CAM 1

CAM 2

CAM 7

SONY Keyboard

Connection

Camera

5. GND

4. TXD IN +

3. TXD IN –

2. RXD IN +

1. RXD IN –

Keyboard

1. GND

2. RXD IN –

3. RXD IN +

4. TXD IN –

5. TXD IN +

RS422 (VISCA) Daisy Chain

Multiple Cameras Connection

(VISCA Keyboard)

RX +RX –T X +TX – GND

KEYBOARD

CAM 1

CAM 2

CAM 7

VISCA Keyboard

Connection

5. Use the included RJ45 to RS422 cable with a Phoenix connecter adaptor to make an RS422 connection for your

control device.

6. You can use a CAT5/6 T-568B cable to make an RS422 direct connection between the camera and the controller

by following the pin denition below.

Multicore

Control

Cable

PTZ Keyboard

RS422 Serial Port

connection on

controller side

VCC-CC45RS

Extension cable RS422

adaptor included

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

CAT5/6

Network Cable

RS422

Port

1. RX – (Orange/White)

2. RX + (Orange)

3. GND

(Green/White)

4. --- (Blue)

5. --- (Blue/White)

6. --- (Green)

7. TX – (Brown/White)

8. TX + (Brown)

7. You can make an RS422 Daisy Chain multiple camera connection with a RS422 standard serial port controller.

PELCO P/D Keyboard RS485 Connection

NOTE: Use RS422 ports for RS485 connection. Only use TX+ and TX- for RS485 connection.

1. On the base DIP switch:

• Set to RS422 control.

• Set the Baud Rate to the same setting as the keyboard you are using.

2. Set the camera ID on the OSD menu using the remote controller

3. Reboot the camera by turning it O/On after the DIP switch has been set up correctly.

4. Use PELCO P/D compatible keyboard.

5. Use preset #95 on the keyboard to display/exit the camera OSD menu.

6. Use the joystick and button “OPEN” or “CLOSE” to navigate OSD menu.

7. To operate the keyboard, please refer to the user manual of the keyboard you are using.

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

RX +

RX –

TX +

TX –

GND

RS422

RS422 SERIAL PORT

ON CONTROLLER SIDE

PELCO RS485 Connection

8. Use the included RJ45 to RS422 cable with a Phoenix connecter adaptor to make an RS485 connection for your

control device.

Camera

1. TXD IN –

2. TXD IN +

Keyboard

6. RS485 +

7. RS485 –

RS422 (VISCA) Daisy Chain

Multiple Cameras Connection

(VISCA Keyboard)

RS485

PELCO P/D Keyboard

Connection

RX +RX – TX +TX – GND

1. TDX IN –2 . TDX IN +

CAM 1

KEYBOARD

CAM 2

CAM 255

Multicore

Control

Cable

PTZ Keyboard

RS485 Serial Port

connection on

controller side

VCC-CC45RS

Extension cable RS422

adaptor included

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

9. Use a CAT5/6 T-568B cable to make an RS485 direct connection between the camera and the controller by

following the pin denition below.

10. Making connections for multiple cameras using RS485

standard serial port controller.

NOTE: For RS-232 VISCA control, P200 supports daisy

chain connection of multiple cameras.

For control details, refer to the operating instructions of

your control keyboard/station software.

• You need to match the communication speed

(Baud Rate) between the camera and the joystick

controller.

• You cannot use the RS-232 connections while you

are using the RS422/485 connection.

CAT5/6

Network Cable

RS485

Port

1. RX – (Orange/White)

2. RX + (Orange)

3. GND (Green/White)

4. --- (Blue)

5. --- (Blue/White)

6. --- (Green)

7. TX – (Brown/White)

8. TX + (Brown)

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

5. R –

4. R +

3. T –

2. T +

1. GND

VCC-CC45RS

RJ45 TO RS422/485

CONTROL CABLE ADAPTOR

RX +

RX –

TX +

TX –

GND

RS422

RS422 SERIAL PORT

ON CONTROLLER SIDE

Operating Multiple Cameras using RS-232 and 422/485

• Using RS-232 (VISCA), you can connect to 7 cameras

• Using RS-422 (VISCA), you can connect to 7 cameras.

• Using RS-485 (PELCO), you can connect to 255 cameras.

• Using RS-485 (PELCO), all camera addresses must be set up before the connection. You can set the

camera address by operating OSD menu, or by setting the DIP switch on the bottom of the camera. In

this case, you can use multiple control keyboards.

Camera Dimensions

Unit: mm

141

139.8 134

178.75165 94.9

97.2

211

Glossary

Domain

A domain contains a group of computers that can be accessed and administered with a common set of rules.

Domain can also refer to the IP address of a website on the Internet.

DNS

DNS (Domain Name System) is a system used by the Internet and private networks to translate domain names into

IP addresses.

mDNS

mDNS (Multicast DNS) refers to the use of IP multicast with DNS to translate domain names into IP addresses and

provide service discovery in a network that does not have access to a DNS server.

Ethernet

Ethernet, standardized as IEEE 802.3, refers to a series of technologies used to connect computers and other

devices to a LAN (Local Area Network) or wide area network (WAN).

Firmware

Firmware is a class of software held in non-volatile memory that provides the low-level control for a device’s

hardware.

Gigabit Ethernet (GigE)

An Ethernet capable of transmitting frames at a rate of a gigabit per second. A Gigabit capable Ethernet network

is recommended for NDI® production workows.

IP (Internet Protocol) is the communications protocol for the Internet, many wide area networks (WANs), and

most local area networks (LANs) that denes the rules, formats, and address scheme for exchanging datagrams or

packets between a source computer or device and a destination computer or device.

LAN

LAN (Local Area Network) is a network that connects computers and devices in a room, building, or group of

buildings. A system of LANs can also be connected to form a WAN (Wide Area Network).

Mbps

Mbps (Megabits per second) is a unit of measurement for data transfer speed, with one megabit equal to one

million bits. Network transmissions are commonly measured in Mbps.

NDI®

NDI® (Network Device Interface) is a standard allowing for transmission of video using standard LAN networking.

NDI® comes in two avours, NDI® and NDI®|HX. NDI® is a variable bit rate, I-Frame codec that reaches rates

of around 140Mbps at 1080p60 and is visually lossless. NDI®|HX is a compressed, long-GOP, H.264 variant that

achieves rates around 12Mbps at 1080p60.

PELCO

PELCO is a camera control protocol used with PTZ cameras. See also VISCA.

PoE

Power over Ethernet

Port

A port is a communications channel for data transmission to and from a computer on a network. Each port is

identied by a 16-bit number between 0 and 65535, with each process, application, or service using a specic port

(or multiple ports) for data transmission. Port can also refer to a hardware socket used to physically connect a

device or device cable to your computer or network.

PTZ

Pan, Tilt and Zoom.

RJ45

A form of standard interface commonly used to connect computers onto Ethernet-based local area networks

(LAN).

RS422, RS485, RS232

Physical layer, serial communication protocols.

Subnet

Subnet or subnetwork is a segmented piece of a larger network.

Tally

A system that indicates the on-air status of video signals usually by the use of a red illuminated lamp.

TCP

TCP (Transmission Control Protocol) is a network communications protocol.

UDP

UDP (User Datagram Protocol) is an alternative protocol to TCP that is used when reliable delivery of data packets

in not required.

VISCA

VISCA is a camera control protocol used with PTZ cameras. See also PELCO.

WAN

WAN (Wide Area Network) is a network that spans a relatively broad geographical area, such as a state, region, or

nation.

White Balance

White balance (WB) is the process of ensuring that white objects and by extension, all colour, in your video are

rendered accurately. Without correct white balance, objects in your video display unrealistic color casts.

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