Panasonic AW-RP50N operating instructions Before use

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Before use

￿￿Overview

This unit is a controller which is designed to control remote cameras (cameras integrated with pan-tilt heads) and pan- tilt head systems (which consist of pan-tilt heads and the cameras which are mounted on them).

By means of an IP connection, an operating environment where the unit is tied in with the AW-HE50 HD integrated camera and AW-HS50 compact live switcher is achieved. When IP connections are used, the unit can be used to control up to 100 cameras.

When serial connections are used, up to five remote cameras and pan-tilt head systems can be controlled.

￿￿Concerning the Operating

Instructions

￿￿For the purposes of these instructions, AW-RP50N is referred to as “AW-RP50”.

Similarly, “AW-HE50HN” and “AW-HE50SN” are referred as “AW-HE50,” and AW-HS50N is referred to as “AW-HS50”.

￿￿In these instructions, the phrases “pan-tilt head and camera combination” and “camera integrated with a pan-tilt head” are both referred to collectively as “remote camera” except in places where specific equipment is mentioned.

￿￿Trademarks and registered trademarks

￿￿Microsoft, Windows, Windows Vista and Internet Explorer are the registered trademarks or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation of the United States in the United States, Japan and other countries.

￿￿Adobe and Reader are the registered trademarks or trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and other countries.

￿￿Other names of companies or products appearing in the text are the registered trademarks or trademarks of the companies concerned.

￿￿Copyrights

It is forbidden to transfer, copy, reverse assemble, reverse compile or reverse engineer the software included in this unit or to engage in any act of exportation which contravenes the applicable export laws and regulations.

￿￿Concerning the ratings display

The unit’s name, model number and electrical ratings are indicated on its bottom panel.

￿￿Disclaimer

Panasonic Corporation will accept absolutely no responsibility whatsoever when any of the following is applicable:

￿Any accidental, special or consequential damages or harm caused either directly or indirectly in connection with the unit

￿Any problems with or damage to the unit, etc. resulting from misuse, abuse or carelessness on the part of the user

￿When the user has disassembled, repaired or remodeled the unit

￿Any inconvenience, losses, damages or harm that result from the disability to display images as a result of some reason or cause including problems with or malfunctioning of the unit

￿Any problem caused by any system in which the unit is used in combination with the equipment of third parties or any inconvenience, damages or harm occurring as a result of such

￿Any inconvenience, damages or losses resulting from accidents caused by an inadequate installation method or any factors other than a defect in the product itself

￿Any losses of any registered information whatever may be the cause of those losses

￿Any damages, claims, etc. due to loss or leakage of the setting data saved on this unit or in a personal computer

￿￿Network-related precautions

This unit is connected to a network and used: As such, it may be susceptible to the following damage, harm or losses.

￿Leakage or release of information via the unit

￿Illegal operation of the unit by third parties with malicious intent

￿Interference with or shutdown of the unit by third parties with malicious intent

To prevent these kinds of damage, harm or losses, users are urged to take the following measures to ensure network security including, but not limited to, the following:

￿￿The unit must be secured on the network by use of firewalls or other measures.

￿￿When the unit is to be used in a system to which personal computers are connected, notification of virus protection and safe guards against illegal programs are to be implemented and periodically checked.

￿￿Unit should be installed in a manner in which its cables and other accessories cannot be easily damaged.

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Contents Operating Instructions Contents Before use How to turn the power of the remote cameras on and off How to turn the power of the remote cameras onSetting and operating the preset memories Registering data in the preset memoriesHold down the Preset MEMORY/MENU button of the number on Preset numbers and registered pagesDeleting the preset memory data Executing the preset dataHold down the Preset MEMORY/MENU button for the number on Setting the gain Selecting the settings for a selected remote cameraSetting the pedestal Setting the R and B gain values Setting the R and B pedestalSet the Preset MEMORY/MENU 2 button R/B Gain to on Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 3 button R/B PED to onSetting the white balance Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 4 button AWB/ABB to onTurn the F1 dial to select the white balance mode Selecting the white balance modeAWB Mode AWB a SET Automatically adjusting the white balanceTurn the F2 dial to select AWB, and press the F2 dial Manually adjusting the white balance Automatic color temperature tracking ATWAWB Mode ATW SET Turn the F1 dial to select ATWSetting the black balance Automatically adjusting the black balanceAWB Mode AWB B SET ABB Manually adjusting the black balanceSetting the shutter speed Setting the detailSet the Preset MEMORY/MENU 5 button Shutter to on Turn the F1 dial to select the shutter modeSetting the shooting mode Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 7 button SCENE/MODE to onTurn the F1 dial to select the shooting mode Specifying the color barsOperating the menu items of the selected remote camera Table of operationsSetting the User buttons Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 9 button Setup to onRegistering functions User buttons SwlinkSetting the functions Turn the F1 dial to select the target menu itemSetting the remote camera operations Setting the pan, tilt, zoom and focus operation directionsZoom DIR Normal Focus DIR NormalSelecting the control items pan, tilt, zoom and focus Speed with Z OffSpeed Target Z/FSwitching from focus control to iris control or vice versa Setting the PAN/TILT lever inclination and speedFOCUS/IRIS Normal T CurvScope Mode a Diag SpeedSetting the upper limit Setting the lower limitSetting the left limit Setting the right limitReturning the remote cameras to their home position Home Position SET6FUNCTION Adjusting the minimum pan/tilt start speed Adjusting the minimum lens zoom start speedT MIN Speed Start MIN Speed8GPI Setting the preset numbers 10MENU CTL Setting button operation enable or disableMenu Control Enable Locking the button operationsLinking the unit with the switcher Switcher network settingsSet Preset MEMORY/MENU 10 button System to on IpswSetting the image output and image input Turn the F1 dial to select the input line of the switcher1CAMERA CTL 3SW AssignSwitcher settings Set Preset MEMORY/MENU 9 button Setup to onTurn the F1 dial to select the menu item to be set 2SW LinkFasist Off BUS AUXCamsel Off T Lever Tallyip OffSelf Setting for the information to be displayed on the OSD Setting all the information displays togetherTurn the F1 dial to and select the menu item to be set 3SW DispSetting each information item to be displayed Checking the equipment alarm information 8ALARMPower No Alarm Turn the F2 dial to display the remote camera itemPress the F2 dial to initialize the settings Turn the F2 dial to select the initializing modeReturning the unit to its factory status Control interface for external devices Sub 15-pin, female, inch threadExample of GPIOut connections Current Max mA AW-RP50RP setting tool Installing the softwareIP settings Software provided on the CD-ROMAuto IP setting Changing the IP addressesChanging the camera numbers Click RenewAlarm displays Displaying the camera namesInitializing the IP addresses Acquiring informationSaving the setting files Saving and loading dataSystem section, click Save under From AW-RP50 Input the filename, and click SaveLoading the setting files Saving the log filesTable of menu items Pedestal AW-HE50Video Setup Setup PTZ ADJ MIN Speed Start Limit UP AW-HE50 F0410Y0 Operating Instructions Basics Safety precautions FCC NoteImportant Safety Instructions Before use Overview Before use Characteristics Pan-tilt heads and cameras supported AccessoriesPan-tilt heads supported Required personal computer environment CPUInstallation precautions Connecting the power supplyChoosing the best installation location Handle carefullyOperating precautions Power indicator Power F1 dial, F2 dial Alarm indicator AlarmParts and their functions Control panelPreset MEMORY/MENU buttons Camera OSD button Camera OSDExit button Exit User buttons USER1, USER2Auto focus button Auto FOCUS/PUSH OAF dial FOCUS/PUSH OAFIris dial Iris Auto iris button AutoPower switch Power DC in socket DC 12 Ground terminal Signal GNDService switch SV/NM LAN connector LAN RJ-45 10BaseT/100BaseTXBasic operations of the unit Basic operations for the menus Change the settings using the F1 dial and F2 dialSelect the target menu Network settings Setting the unit000 MAC AddressExample of IP connections ConnectionsConnections with the AW-HE50 and AW-HS50 Connection with the AW-HE50 Example of serial connectionsConnection with the AW-HE100 Connections with the AW-PH400 and camera Max m 3280 ftConnections with the AW-PH405 and camera Connection with the AW-PH650 Serial connection Settings for connection with the remote camerasIP connection Setting the IP addresses automatically auto IP setting When setting the IP addresses for the first timeAuto Setup Renew YESTurn the F2 dial, select Yes, and then press the F2 dial Auto Setup Keep IP Duplicate ERR Setting the IP addresses Changing the IP addresses of the remote camerasSelecting the camera group Group SelectChanging the IP address of the switcher Auto Setup ALL ClearChanging the camera numbers Clearing the IP address control tablesIndicator lighting statuses and remote camera statuses Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 8 Button Camera to onSelecting the remote cameras to be operated Power plug from the power outlet, and allow the unit MaintenanceTo cool down Appearance Unit mm inchInput/Output connector SpecificationsAC adapter F0410Y0
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AW-RP50N specifications

The Panasonic AW-RP50N is a sophisticated remote camera controller designed for professional video production environments. Renowned for its advanced features and versatility, the AW-RP50N serves as an essential tool for operators needing precise control over multiple cameras in real-time.

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In terms of technology, the AW-RP50N supports multiple communication protocols, including IP (Internet Protocol) and serial communication. This flexibility allows integration with various camera models and third-party systems, offering a cohesive control experience. The unit is designed with robustness in mind, ensuring reliability even in demanding environments.

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