Panasonic Remote Operation Panel Aw Cb400n Operating Instructions

							Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, 
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Remote Operation Panel
AW-CB400N
Printed in Japan
F1104S0 VQTB0045D 
						

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Safety precautions
1indicates safety information.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, 
DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol,
within an equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of uninsulated
“dangerous voltage” within the product’s
enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude
to constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
The exclamation point within an equilateral
triangle is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and
maintenance (service) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE, ELECTRIC
SHOCK OR PRODUCT DAMAGE, DO NOT
EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE, DRIPPING OR SPLASHING AND
THAT NO OBJECTS FILLED WITH LIQUIDS,
SUCH AS VASES, SHALL BE PLACED ON
THE EQUIPMENT.
This class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK
HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,
USE ONLY THE RECOMMENDED
ACCESSORIES.
The socket outlet shall be installed near the
equipment and easily accessible or the mains plug or
an appliance coupler shall remain readily operable.
FCC Note:
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.
To assure continued compliance follow the attached
installation instructions and do not make any
unauthorized modifications.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply
with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to
Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed
to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference when the equipment is operated in a
commercial environment. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if
not installed and used in accordance with the
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to
radio communications. Operation of this equipment in
a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interference in which case the user will be required to
correct the interference at their own expense.
For CANADA
CAUTION:
DO NOT INSTALL OR PLACE THIS UNIT IN A
BOOKCASE, BUILT-IN CABINET OR ANY
OTHER CONFINED SPACE IN ORDER TO
MAINTAIN ADEQUATE VENTILATION.
ENSURE THAT CURTAINS AND ANY OTHER
MATERIALS DO NOT OBSTRUCT THE
VENTILATION TO PREVENT RISK OF
ELECTRIC SHOCK OR FIRE HAZARD DUE
TO OVERHEATING.
Note:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the
bottom of the unit.
WARNING:
TO PREVENT INJURY, THIS APPARATUS
MUST BE SECURELY ATTACHED TO THE
FLOOR/WALL IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE
INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS.
A warning that an apparatus with CLASS I
construction shall be connected to a MAINS socket
outlet with a protective earthing connection. 
						

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Safety precautions
1indicates safety information.
1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two
blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-
type plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong are
provided for your safety. If the provided plug does
not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for
replacement of the obsolete outlet.10) Protect the power cord form being walked on or
pinched particularly at plugs, convenience
receptacles, and the point where they exit from
the apparatus.
11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by
the manufacturer.
12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod,
bracket, or table specified by the
manufacturer, or sold with the
apparatus. When a cart is used, use
caution when moving the
cart/apparatus combination to avoid
injury from tip-over.
13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or
when unused for long periods of time.
14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Servicing is required when the apparatus has
been damaged in any way, such as power-supply
cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or
objects have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture,
does not operate normally, or has been dropped. Read these operating instructions carefully before using the unit. Follow the safety instructions on the unit and the
applicable safety instructions listed below. Keep these operating instructions handy for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 
						

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Accessories Introduction Contents
This remote operation panel (ROP) enables up to five
convertible cameras to be controlled.
Menu items can be selected on the ROP’s LCD display to
set the functions of the cameras.
The connection distance between the ROP and convertible
cameras can be extended up to a maximum of 1000 meters.
By connecting the ROP to the pan/tilt control panel using the
cable supplied, the convertible cameras mounted on the
pan/tilt heads can be controlled.This Operating Instruction describes each apparatus as
follows;
Pan/tilt control panel: AW-RP400
Pan/tilt head: AW-PH400
Cable compensation unit: AW-RC400
Introduction ............................................................. 4
Accessories ............................................................. 4
Precautions for use ................................................. 5
Parts and their functions  ........................................ 6
Front panel  ..................................................................... 6
Rear panel  ...................................................................... 9
Connections .......................................................... 10
When connecting a convertible camera directly  ........... 10
When connecting the ROP in a system that includes
pan/tilt heads, pan/tilt control panel and 
cable compensation unit  ......................................... 10
Example of system configuration ........................ 11
When connecting a camera directly  ............................. 11
When connecting the ROP in a system that includes
pan/tilt heads, pan/tilt control panel and 
cable compensation unit  ......................................... 12
When the distance between the ROP and the pan/tilt
control panel is more than 10 meters ...................... 13
Operating procedure ............................................. 14
Turning on the power  ................................................... 14
Adjusting the cable compensation of each camera ....... 14
Genlock adjustments for each camera  ......................... 14
Video adjustment of cameras  ....................................... 15
Menu settings  ........................................................ 16
Operation method ......................................................... 16
Items which can be selected on 
the camera setting display ..................................... 17
Items which can be selected on 
the remote operation panel setting display ............ 19
How to mount the ROP in a rack  ......................... 20
Joining the ROP to the AW-RP400 and 
mounting the joined-up units in a rack  ........... 20
How to change the position of 
the connector panel
.......................................... 21
Specifications ........................................................ 22
Pan/tilt control panel (AW-RP400) connecting cable  ...... 1
Tally/INCOM connector (D-SUB 15-pin)  ......................... 1
Rack-mounting adaptors  ................................................. 2
Join-up fixture  .................................................................. 1
Mounting screws (M4!8 mm)  ........................................ 8
Join-up screws (stepped screws)  .................................... 2
Joining sticker .................................................................. 2
Note
When the remote operation panel is to be discarded at
the end of its service life, ask a specialized contractor to
dispose of it properly in order to protect the environment. 
						

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Precautions for use
≥Handle the ROP carefully.
Dropping the ROP or subjecting it to strong impact may give rise to malfunctioning or accidents.
≥Use the ROP in an ambient temperature of 14°F to 113°F (–10°C to +45°C ).
Using the ROP in cold places below 14°F (–10°C) or hot places above 113°F (45°C) may adversely affect its internal parts.
≥Turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the cables.
Be absolutely sure to turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the cables.
≥Maintenance
Wipe the ROP using a dry cloth. To remove stubborn dirt, dip a cloth into a diluted solution of kitchen detergent, wring it out
well, and wipe the ROP gently.

≥Avoid using benzine, paint thinners and other volatile fluids.
≥If a chemical cleaning cloth is to be used, carefully read through the precautions for its use. 
						

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Parts and their function
1TALLY lamps [1] to [5]
When tally signals are supplied to the (L) tally/INCOM
connectors [1] to [5] on the rear panel, the lamps with the
numbers corresponding to those connectors light up.
When tally signals are supplied to the tally connectors [1]
to [5] of the pan/tilt control panel, if this control panel is
connected to the ROP, the lamps with the numbers
corresponding to those connectors also light up.
2LCD CONTRAST control
Use this to adjust the contrast of the LCD panel.
3DATA SET button
Press DATA SET button and (6) CAM CONTROL
buttons [1] to [5] at the same time to synchronize the
setting data stored in the cameras selected with the
setting data stored in the ROP or vice versa.
Press only DATA SET button to synchronize the setting
data stored in all cameras connected to the ROP.
≥In the case of the AW-E300, AW-E300A, AW-E600 or
AW-E800A cameras, the data stored in the ROP is
transferred to the cameras.
In the case of the AW-E350, AW-E650, AW-E655 or
AW-E750 cameras, the data stored in the cameras is
transferred to the ROP.
Data transfer takes two to three or so minutes.
≥Press this button when the ROP is used for the first
time, or when the camera is replaced.
4MENU button
Press this to turn the setting menu ON or OFF.
5LCD panel
This displays the current settings.
6CAM CONTROL buttons [1] to [5]
If the cameras are connected directly to the ROP, the
button lamps corresponding to numbers of the buttons
selected light, and the selected cameras can be
controlled by pressing buttons [1] to [5].
If the ROP is connected to the pan/tilt control panel for
use, the cameras installed to the pan/tilt head which is
connected to the pan/tilt control panel can be selected.
The buttons corresponding to the selected numbers light,
and selected cameras can be controlled.
When the ROP is connected to the pan/tilt control panel,
the camera selection function can be set to “From pan/tilt
control panel only”, “From ROP only” or “From both”,
depending on the setting selected by the pan/tilt control
panel. For further details, refer to the instruction manual
of the pan/tilt control panel.
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7DTL button
Each time this is pressed, the detail is switched from ON
to OFF or vice versa. While the detail is ON, the button
lamp is lighted; while it is OFF, the button lamp is off.
The setting while the detail is ON is set using the menu.
8SCENE FILE buttons [USER/1/2/3]
Use these to select the scene files of the camera.
9GAIN buttons [0dB/L/M/H/AGC]
Use these to set the camera gain.
The gain-up function can be set to one of four levels
using the GAIN 0dB, L, M and H buttons.
The gain-up amount can be set for the L, M and H
buttons each using the respective menus.
When the AGC button is pressed, AGC is activated, and
the gain is adjusted automatically in accordance with the
light quantity.
The maximum AGC gain can be set using the menu.
:ABC button
Press this button to adjust the black balance
automatically.
While the black balance is being adjusted, the button
lamp flashes; when the adjustment is completed, it goes
off. It lights if the black balance could not be adjusted.
≥The ABC button does not work when color bars have
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Parts and their function
APED dial
This enables the total pedestal of the cameras to be set.
When exercising control over the AW-E350, AW-E650,
AW-E655 or AW-E750, the change of setting value in the
dial’s setting can be switched from “large” to “small” or
vice versa by pressing the CONT dial.
BIRIS [AUTO/MANU/LOCK] button
Use this to select the method for adjusting the lens iris of
the cameras selected by the CAM CONTROL buttons.
Each time it is pressed, the setting is switched in the
sequence of AUTO, MANU and LOCK.
AUTO:The cameras automatically adjust the lens iris in
accordance with the light quantity, and the button
lamp lights.
MANU:The lens iris is adjusted manually using the (I)
IRIS dial. At this setting, the button lamp is off.
LOCK:The lens iris is locked at the manually adjusted
setting. It cannot be adjusted even by turning the
(I) IRIS dial. When the (I) IRIS dial is turned,
the button lamp flashes to indicate that the lens
iris cannot be adjusted.
When the ROP is connected to the pan/tilt control panel,
the lens iris control can be set to “From pan/tilt control
panel only”, “From ROP only” or “From both”, depending
on the setting selected by the pan/tilt control panel. For
further details, refer to the instruction manual of the
pan/tilt control panel.
CCONT dial
Use this for menu setting operations.
DOPERATE lamp
When the (E) OPERATE switch is at ON, this lamp lights
up green; when it is at OFF, the lamp is off.
EOPERATE [OFF/ON] switch
Camera control is enabled by setting this switch to ON.
FINCOM jack
The INCOM (inter-communication) headset is connected
here.
GLEVEL control
Use this to adjust the volume of the headset’s receiver.
HCALL button
When this button is pressed, the buzzer of the connected
controller sounds, and the button lamp lights.
IIRIS dial
The lens iris can be adjusted by turning this dial while the
(B) IRIS [AUTO/MANU/LOCK] button is set to MANU.
The iris is opened by turning the dial clockwise and
stopped by turning it counterclockwise.
By pressing the (C) CONT dial, the response speed can
be switched from “fast” to “slow” or vice versa.
JFAST/SLOW lamp
When the response speed of the (I) IRIS dial is at “fast”,
this lamp lights up; when it is at “slow”, the lamp is off.
Note
When the ROP is connected to the pan/tilt control panel,
camera control is not possible unless the OPERATE
switch on the pan/tilt control panel is set to ON. 
						

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KCONTROL OUT TO CONTROL PANEL
connector
When connecting the pan/tilt control panel for operation,
connect this connector to the CAMERA CONTROL IN
FROM ROP connector on the pan/tilt control panel using
the control panel’s connecting cable. The cameras are
then controlled through the pan/tilt control panel.
LTALLY/INCOM connector
Connect this to the TALLY/INCOM connector on the
video switcher or other units.
When the TALLY connector is set to the GND level, the
(1) TALLY lamp lights. Do not apply a voltage in excess
of 5V to this connector.
Use the accessory tally/INCOM connector (D-SUB 15-pin)
to connect the tally/INCOM signals to the system.
Connect a 4-wire INCOM system to the INCOM
connector.
When the ROP has been connected to the pan/tilt control
panel, the tally/INCOM functions of the ROP and the
pan/tilt control panel will be executed if the tally/INCOM
signals are connected to the ROP or the pan/tilt control
panel.
MCONTROL OUT TO CAMERA connectors [1] to [5]
Connect these to the convertible cameras.
Use the connecting cables (optional accessory) 
AW-CA50T8 or AW-CA50T9 + RS-422/RS-232C
converter to connect these connectors to the I/F
REMOTE connectors on the convertible cameras.
NDC 12V IN socket
Connect the AW-PS505 AC adaptor (optional accessory)
to this socket.
When the ROP is connected to the pan/tilt control panel
using the pan/tilt control panel connecting cable, power
will be supplied to the ROP from the pan/tilt control panel.
OGrounding terminal
Connect this terminal to ground.
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Pin No. Signal Name
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9 TALLY2
2 TALLY3
10 TALLY4
3 TALLY5
11 TALLY GND
4 – – –
12 – – –
5 – – –
13 – – –
6 MIC +
14 MIC –
7 INCOM GND
15 SP –
8 SP +
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Connections
$When connecting a convertible camera directly
• First, turn off the power of all the equipment before proceeding with the connections.
• Use the AW-PS505 for the AC adaptor of the ROP.
Connect the DC 12V OUT socket on the AW-PS505 to the DC 12V IN socket on the ROP using the DC cable provided with
the AW-PS505.
• Use the AW-PS505 for the AC adaptor of the convertible camera.
Connect the DC 12V OUT socket on the AW-PS505 to the DC 12V IN socket on the convertible camera using AW-CA4T1.
• Connect the CONTROL OUT TO CAMERA connectors [1] to [5] on the ROP with the I/F REMOTE connectors on the
convertible cameras through the connecting cables (optional accessory) AW-CA50T8 or AW-CA50T9 + RS-422/RS-232C
converter.
The distance between the ROP and the AW-CA50T8 or AW-CA50T9 + RS-422/RS-232C converter can be extended up to
a maximum of about 1000 meters using a 10Base-T (equivalent to UTP category 5) straight cable.
$When connecting the ROP in a system that includes pan/tilt heads, pan/tilt control
panel and cable compensation unit
• First, turn off the power of all the equipment before proceeding with the connections.
• Connect the CONTROL OUT TO CONTROL PANEL connector on the ROP with the CAMERA CONTROL IN FROM ROP
connector on the pan/tilt control panel using the pan/tilt control panel connecting cable provided with the ROP.
• Power will be supplied to the ROP from the pan/tilt control panel.
• For details on how to connect the pan/tilt heads, pan/tilt control panel and cable compensation unit, refer to the instruction
manual provided with these units.