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Peripherals
Peripherals - Others
VISCA Robotics Camera Control
With the release of V1.3 software, Masterpiece can now use the VISCA protocol. Masterpiece is
now able to control a range of robotic CCD cameras, with the ability of a remote pan/tilt/zoom
operation.
Masterpiece uses an RS422 (IP Client) port and VISCA protocol to communicate and control the
device.
RS422 Cable Information
An Ethernet to RS422 cable with 9 Pin D-type connector at one end and a connector that suites
the interface to the camera. (this example uses the Sony EVI-D70P camera) Use the following
pin out information:
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 8
Pin 1
Pin 2
Pin 3
Pin 4
Pin 5
Pin 6
Pin 7
Pin 8
Pin 9
Pin 9
Masterpiece Ethernet - RS422
VISCA Control Port