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• When you connect a computer to the
camera using the VISCA cable (RS-232C
cross cable), you can control the camera
from a computer.
• In the case of VISCA RS-232C
connection, make sure that the BOTTOM
switch is set to RS-232C (page 37).
• It is not possible to connect both VISCA
RS-232C and VISCA RS-422
simultaneously.
• Do not mix VISCA RS-232C (cross) and
VISCA RS-422 cables. Using these cables
at the same time may result in
malfunction.
To obtain a cable, consult your Sony dealer.
For detailed information on how to connect
the camera and the VISCA command list,
refer to the Technical Manual of the camera.
For details on obtaining a Technical
Manual, consult your Sony dealer.
• Make up the cable using the supplied
VISCA RS-422 connector plug. See
“Using the VISCA RS-422 connector pin
assignments” (page 50).
• In the case of VISCA RS-232C
connection, make sure that the BOTTOM
switch is set to RS-232C (page 37).
• It is not possible to connect both VISCA
RS-232C and VISCA RS-422
simultaneously.
Connecting a Computer
Notes
to RS-232C input
DC 12 V
VISCA IN
VISCA cable
(not supplied)
Computer
RS-232C Connections
Notes
to RS-232C input
DC 12 V
VISCA OUT
RS-422 to RS-232C
converter (not
supplied)
Computer
RS-422 Connections
VISCA RS-422
cable
VISCA RS-422
connector plug
(supplied)
