Setting the RS-232C Switches

Precautions to be Observed When Using RS-232C Commands

•When the unit is shipped from the factory, the RS- 232C input item is set to [OFF]. To send RS-232C commands to the camera, flip the DIP-switch to [ON]. For details, refer to “Setting the RS-232C switch” in the next column.

Changing the setting of the RS-232C switch falls under the heading of dismantling the camera, and is outside the scope of the warranty. To change the setting, request assistance from the dealer from whom you purchased your camera.

•When toggling the RS-232C Input/Output function on and off, and when connecting the camera and a host computer, be sure perform any operations only after shutting off the power of both the camera and the host computer.

•When controlling the camera using the RS-232C feature, the DIP switches on the camera and the R/B adjustment volume settings are disabled.

•Use only the Sony DC-700/700CE power adaptors. The DC-77RR/77RRCE, DC-777/777P, CMA-D2/ D2CE, and CMA-D2MD adaptors cannot be used.

•Keep in mind the following with respect to the RS-

232C TXD and RXD connectors:

–Do not allow the voltage applied to exceed a margin of +/– 10V with the RXD (pin 11 of the 12 multi-connector).

–The signal level output from the TXD (pin 10 of the 12 multi-connector) is within +/– 5.4V (TYP). Do not apply external voltage.

RS-232C Command List

Warning

Be aware that changing the setting of the RS-232C switches falls under the heading of dismantling the camera, and anything beyond this change of settings, carried out by a Sony-authorized repair department (company), is outside the scope of the warranty.

Notes

•Be sure to make these changes only after turning off the power to the camera.

•In order to keep dust from adhering to the light- receptor surface of the CCD, attach the lens mount cap, etc., beforehand.

1 Detach the 12-pin cable from the camera.

2 Using a Philips screwdriver, remove the Philips screws (7) from the camera.

At this point, the head block may fall out because of elasticity of wires attached to the CCD head block. Take care to avoid this.

		1	9
	2	10		8	TXD
RXD	3	10		7	TXD
RXD		11	12

3 Push the rear panel to which the 12-pin connector is attached about 3 mm into the frame of the camera. The hidden RS-232C DIP switches will become visible in the little window provided to carry out DIP switch operations.

4 Switch both of the last two switches on the left end of the row to the down position.

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