Sony FCB-EX45MC User Manual

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Command List
VISCA Device Setting
Command
Before starting control of the FCB camera, be sure to
send the Address command and the IF_Clear
command using the broadcast function.
For VISCA Network Administration
● Address
Sets an address of a peripheral device. Use when
initializing the network and when receiving the
network change message indicated below.
● Network Change
Sent from the peripheral device to the controller
when a device is removed from or added to the
network. The address must be re-set when this
message is received.
Packet Note
Address 88 30 01 FF Always broadcasted.
Network Change X0 38 FF
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address + 8
VISCA Interface Command
● IF_Clear
Clears the command buffers in the FCB camera and
cancels the command currently being executed.
Command Packet Reply Packet Note
IF_Clear 8X 01 00 01FF X0 50 FF
IF_Clear (broadcast) 88 01 00 01 FF 88 01 00 01 FF
X = 1 to 7: FCB camera address (For inquiry packet)
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address +8 (For reply packet)
VISCA Interface and Inquiry
● CAM_VersionInq
Returns information on the VISCA interface.
Inquiry Inquiry Packet Reply Packet Description
CAM_VersionInq 8X 09 00 02 FF Y0 50 GG GG GGGG = Vender ID
HH HH JJ JJ (0020: Sony)
KK FF HHHH = Model ID
043A = FCB-EX45MC
043B = FCB-EX45MCC
JJJJ = ROM revision
KK = Maximum socket # (02)
X = 1 to 7: FCB camera address (For inquiry packet)
X = 9 to F: FCB camera address +8 (For reply packet)

Sony FCB-EX45MC Specifications

General

Brand	Sony
Model	FCB-EX45MC
Category	Camcorder
Language	English

Summary

Features

Precautions

Locations of Controls

Basic Functions

Overview of Functions

Explains that VISCA commands are the basis of camera control and outlines timing.

Core Commands

Lists and briefly explains core commands like Power On/Off, I/F clear, Address set, etc.

Zoom and Focus

Exposure Control

Automatic Exposure Mode

Details Full Auto, Shutter Priority, Iris Priority, Manual, and Bright modes.

Advanced Exposure Modes

Spot Exposure Mode

Explains setting AE based on a specific area of the subject.

Exposure and Image Controls

Synchronization Methods

External Synchronization (V-Lock)

Describes synchronization using a TTL level V-Lock pulse input.

Privacy Zone Function

Privacy Zone Features

Lists key features of the privacy zone masking function.

Alarm Function

Alarm Mode Flowcharts

Day-Night Mode (Mode "0C")

Flowchart for Day-Night mode with AE level distinction.

Settings, Presets, and Backup

Initial Settings, Custom Preset and Backup

Overview of initial settings, custom preset, and standby backup for functions.

Mode and Condition Tables

Mode/Position Settings

Table showing initial settings, custom preset, and backup status for various modes.

Mode Condition Summary

Table detailing mode conditions for different operations like Power Off, Initializing, etc.

Exposure and Synchronization Modes

Exposure Mode Availability

Table showing exposure modes and their availability across different conditions.

External Synchronization Availability

Table showing external synchronization modes and their availability.

VISCA and RS-232C Commands

VISCA Communication Details

Command Management

Responses for Commands and Inquiries

Describes ACK, Completion, and Error messages returned by the camera.

VISCA Device Configuration and Network

VISCA Device Setting Command

Details commands for device setting, including address and interface clear.

VISCA Network Administration

Covers Address setting and Network Change messages for device management.

VISCA Command/ACK Protocol Summary

VISCA Camera Messages

FCB Camera Commands

Command List (1/4)

Lists commands for Address Set, IF Clear, Command Cancel, CAM_Power, CAM Zoom, CAM DZoom, CAM Focus.

Command List (2/4)

Lists commands for CAM AE, CAM Shutter, CAM Iris, CAM Gain, CAM Bright, CAM ExpComp, CAM Backlight, CAM SpotAE.

Command List (3/4)

Lists commands for CAM Aperture, CAM LR Reverse, CAM PictureEffect, CAM Memory, CAM CUSTOM, CAM MemSave, CAM Display, CAM Title, CAM Mute.

Command List (4/4)

Lists commands for CAM PrivacyZone, CAM KeyLock, CAM IDWrite, CAM ExternalLock, CAM VPhase, CAM Alarm.

Inquiry Command Lists

Inquiry Command List (1/2)

Lists inquiry commands for Power, Zoom, DZoom, Focus, AF, AE, Shutter, Iris, Gain, Bright, ExpComp, Backlight, SpotAE, Aperture.

Inquiry Command List (2/2)

Lists inquiry commands for LR_Reverse, PictureEffect, Memory, MemSave, Display, Title, Mute, PrivacyZone, KeyLock, ID, ExternalLock, VPhase, Alarm.

VISCA Command Setting Values

Exposure Control (1/2)

Lists setting values for Shutter Speed, Gain, and Iris.

Exposure Control (2/2)

Specifications

Dimensions

Pin Assignment