Easy, ergonomic PTZ control of multiple remote cameras for live events production and contents creation
This compact remote controller features a high-quality joystick that allows effortless one-handed pan, tilt and zoom adjustments of compatible Sony PTZ remote cameras. Zoom can also be controlled via the joystick or a supplementary seesaw lever; dedicated knobs and control buttons simplify direct access to frequently-needed camera functions.
The RM-IP500 simplifies the building of cost-effective multi-camera content creation systems with a wide range of applications - from live events to conference halls, broadcast studios, education institutes and houses of worship.
PTZ speed can be adjusted from slow to fast for more polished, professional-looking results. Up to 100*¹ combinations of camera angles and settings can be stored as presets. Trace Memory*¹ allows a sequence of camera moves to be stored and recalled whenever required.
Up to 100 compatible Sony BRC/SRG Series and ILME-FR7 PTZ remote cameras can be controlled over a standard IP network. Set-up's simple: the controller automatically assigns IP addresses to connected Sony PTZ cameras on the network, also assigning a camera number to each.
Full compatibility is provided with these Sony PTZ remote camera models: BRC-AM7, SRG-A40*5, SRG-A12*5, BRC-X400*3, ILME-FR7*4, ILME-FR7K*4, SRG-X40UH*5, SRG-X400*3, SRG-X120*3, SRG-XP1*5, SRG-XB25*5, BRC-X401*2,*3, SRG-201M2*2,*3, SRG-HD1M2*2,*3, BRC-X1000, BRC-H900, BRC-H800, BRC-H780*2, SRG-360SHE, SRG-280SHE*2, SRG-300SE, SRG-300H, SRG-301H*2, SRG-120DH, SRG-120DS, SRG-120DU, SRG-121DH*2, SRG-HD1*2.
The RM-IP500 is an ideal partner for the Sony MCX-500 Multi-Camera Live Producer, creating a complete IP streaming and SD recording solution for a wide range of content production applications.
The RM-IP500/1 is a US/Canada model which is bundled with the AC-UES1230MT AC power supply and cord. In all other regions the AC power supply and cord are sold separately.
*1 Depends on camera specification. Version up might be required.
*2 China models.
*3 Requires firmware V2.10 or later.
*4 Requires firmware V2.20 or later.
*5 Requires firmware V2.30 or later.
Features
High-quality control of PTZ functions
It's easy to achieve professional looking productions, with joystick adjustment of pan and tilt, plus zoom control either via joystick or a separate seesaw lever. Adjustable speed control of PTZ allows smooth, acurate camera movements.
Pair with ILME-FR7
The RM-IP500 remote controller allows control of pan, tilt, zoom of the new ILME-FR7 full frame PTZ cinema line camera. It can also start and stop recording and set variable ND and focus area. The Panel Sheet for ILME-FR7 included in a carton allows optimum operating efficiency. The existent users can purchase a panel sheet as a service part and upgrade firmware to V2.20 or later to control ILME-FR7.
Control up to 100 BRC/SRG Series and ILME-FR7 cameras via IP
The remote controller allows control of pan, tilt, zoom and other functions of up to 100 Sony BRC/SRG Series and ILME-FR7 PTZ cameras over an IP network. Multiple models can be controlled.
Simple set-up
System set-up is quick and simple, with automatic IP address assignment of connected cameras and auto assignment of camera numbers. To change the group number, camera number, and IP address assigned to a camera or clear the camera registration auto assigned IP addresses manually from RM-IP500 without using PC will be also supported from Version 2.0.
Trace Memory *
A sequence of camera moves can be stored for instant recall whenever required. Simple store trace memory function without using Camera Menu will be also available from Version 2.0 for BRC-X1000/BRC-H800 Version 2.0.
Store and recall camera presets
Up to 100** presets (camera angles and settings) can be stored recalled instantly via the numeric keypad, saving time in multiple camera set-ups.
Up to 5 controllers can operate on a single network
Up to 5 RM-IP500 control panels can be used on a single network, allowing shared control and simultaneous multi-operator control of large camera systems. In case both RM-IP500 and RM-IP10 are used on a single network, total number of units of RM-IP500 and RM-IP10 available to be controlled is up to 5.
Tally indicator
Includes Normal Tally/On-Air Tally/Contact Modes.
Adjust camera paint functions
Colour related settings - including black levels, white balance, flicker cancel, detail level, knee point, auto exposure level****, iris, gain**** and shutter speed**** - can be adjusted directly without needing to use the camera menus.
Additional ability to use VISCA control
The RM-IP500 can also control up to seven*** compatible BRC or SRG Series cameras over a RS-422
Selectable ASSIGN items
With BRC/SRG series, backlight/flicker/status display/detail level/knee point/AE level/clear image zoom/Tele Convertor/mode switch of Trace-Preset (mode1/mode2) /ND filter/Picture Profile settings can be assigned. (The available function depends on camera specification.)
With ILME-FR7, backlight/display/detail level/knee point/AE level/audio level/ND filter and recalling assignable functions in the camera can be assigned.
Notes
* Depends on camera specification. Version up might be required.
** The maximum preset number depends on camera specification.
*** With SRG-360SHE, one camera can be controlled.
**** For ILME-FR7, the camera OSD is required to see the adjusted values.
- Control input/output
VISCA RS-422 OUT connector: RJ-45 x 1
LAN : RJ-45 x 1, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX automatically detected
GPI I/O (Tally In/Contact Out): D-Sub 15-pin (female) - Control signal format
9,600 bps/38,400 bps (for RS-422 communication)
VISCA over IP communication - Power Connector
JEITA type 4 (DC IN 12V)
- Input voltage
12V DC (10.8 to 13.2V DC)
- Current consumption
0.6A max. (All lamps lit), 7.2W (at 12V DC) / 0.2A typ.(2.4W)
- Operating temperature
0℃ to 40 ℃ (32°F to 104°F )
- Storage temperature
-20℃ to 60 ℃ (-4°F to 140°F )
- Dimensions (W x H x D)
306 mm x 159.3 mm x 224.1 mm
(12 1/8 x 6 3/8 inches x 8 7/8 inches) (excluding protrusions) - Mass
Approx. 2,400g (5 lb 4.7 oz)
- Display
Yes
- Speed Control
Yes 3 dials (PT, Zoom and Focus separately)
- Zoom Seesaw Lever
Yes
- Zoom Ring of Joystick
Yes
- Zoom Control selectable
Seesaw Lever or Ring of Joystick
- ASSIGN button
6
- Kensington lock hole
Yes
- Maximum IP Connections
100
- Maximum Serial Connections
7
- Control Protocol
VISCA over IP/VISCA RS-422 switchable
- max Controller qty (/system)
1 *1
- Exposure mode selection
Yes
- One-push white balance auto adjustment
Yes
- One-push black balance auto adjustment
Yes
- Toggle color bars output on/off
Yes
- Toggle backlight compensation on/off
Yes
- Toggle flicker compensation on/off
Yes
- Display the status of iris,gain,shutter speed and zoom position
Yes
- R gain and B gain adjustment
Yes
- R black and B black adjustment
Yes
- Master black adjustment
Yes
- Detail level display
Yes
- Detail level adjustment
Yes
- Knee point display
Yes
- Knee point adjustment
Yes
- AE level display
Yes
- AE level adjustment
Yes
- Iris setting display
Yes
- Iris value adjustment
Yes
- Gain setting display
Yes
- Gain value adjustment
Yes
- Shutter speed display
Yes
- Shutter speed adjustment
Yes
- *
Safety Regulations (1)
Warranty (1) *2
Download Site Information (1)
The Panel Sheet for ILME-FR7 (1) *3
- *2
Not included with models sold in China
Available functions/specifications depend on camera specification
- *3
Available from V2.20. Prior to this version, the panel sheet can be purchased separately.
- Display
- Input voltage
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