Selecting the remote cameras to be operated

Up to five remote cameras to be operated can be selected using the CAMERA STATUS/SELECTION buttons.

When one of the CAMERA STATUS/SELECTION buttons 1 to 5 is pressed, the indicator of the corresponding button lights.

The statuses of the remote cameras assigned to CAMERA STATUS/SELECTION buttons 1 to 5 can be identified by the lighting statuses of the indicators above the buttons.

 

 

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

MENU

PAGE

GAIN/PED

R/B GAIN

R/B PED

AWB/ABB

SHUTTER

F2

EXIT

 

 

6

7

8

9

10

 

 

STORE

DELETE

DETAIL

SCENE/MODE

CAMERA

SETUP

SYSTEM

USER1

USER2

 

 

 

PRESET MEMORY / MENU

 

 

 

 

 

1

2

3

4

5

 

 

IRIS

AUTO

 

CAMERA STATUS / SELECTION

 

 

PT ACTIVE

 

 

 

 

 

 

Indicator lighting statuses and remote camera statuses

Indicator

Remote camera status

CAMERA STATUS/SELECTION button

lighting status

operation

 

 

￿￿ No remote camera has been assigned to the corresponding button.

 

OFF

￿￿ No power is supplied to the remote camera.

Disabled

 

￿￿ The LAN cable is not connected.

 

ON

The remote camera is in the standby status.

Enabled

(orange)

 

 

 

Blinking

Five other controllers are connected to the remote camera so the unit cannot

Disabled

(orange)

be connected.

 

ON

The unit is now connected with the remote camera.

Enabled

(green)

 

 

 

Blinking

Another device has selected the corresponding remote camera.

Enabled

(green)

 

 

 

ON (red)

The image of the corresponding remote camera is now on the air.

Enabled

Blinking

Another device has selected the corresponding remote camera, and the

Enabled

(red)

image of the camera is now on the air.

 

Up to 100 cameras can be divided into 1 to 20 groups by menu operations, and controlled by the unit.

The selection procedure is described below.

1Set the MENU button to ON.

Press the MENU button and light its indicator.

2Set the PRESET MEMORY/MENU 8 BUTTON (CAMERA) to ON.

When the button is pressed and its indicator is lighted, the [CAMERA] menu is displayed on the LCD panel.

[1]GROUP ▼

3Press the F1 dial.

The GROUP SELECT item is displayed.

[1]GROUP ▼

Press the F1 dial.

1.GROUP SELECT

1

4Turn the F2 dial, select the group, and then press the F2 dial.

The remote cameras assigned to the group selected here can be selected using the CAMERA STATUS/SELECTION buttons.

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Panasonic AW-RP50N Selecting the remote cameras to be operated, Set the Preset MEMORY/MENU 8 Button Camera to on
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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.

The AW-RP50N features advanced zoom and focus controls, providing smooth and precise movements essential for capturing high-quality video content. With programmable presets, operators can save specific camera angles and settings, making it easy to quickly switch back to preferred positions during production.

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