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Details White Balance control options including ATW, ONE PUSH, INDOOR, OUTDOOR, and MANUAL modes.
Describes Auto Exposure control options like AUTO, SHUT FIX, AGC FIX, and MANUAL with detailed settings.
Covers Day/Night modes (AUTO, DAY, NIGHT) and related settings like DELAY, D->N LEVEL, N->D LEVEL, and NIGHT COLOR.
Explains the function of the OSD joystick (SET, UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) for menu navigation and value adjustment.
Details modes for White Balance: ATW, ONE PUSH, MANUAL (Blue/Red adjustment), INDOOR, and OUTDOOR.
Explains AE modes: AUTO, SHUT FIX, AGC FIX, MANUAL, and settings like SHUTTER, IRIS, AGC, SENS UP.
Covers AUTO, DAY, NIGHT modes and settings for DELAY, threshold levels (D->N, N->D), and NIGHT COLOR.
Details controls for LENS SHADING, CONTRAST, BRIGHTNESS, SATURATION, HUE, EDGE ENHANCE, and DNR.
Covers features like DZOOM, DEFOG, DIS, BACKLIGHT, BINNING, DEFECT PIXEL, WDR, FLICKER DETECT, PRIVACY.
Details CAM TITLE, COMMUNICATION, SYSTEM INFO, and OUTPUT FORMAT settings for camera configuration.
Allows resetting camera settings to FACTORY defaults or USER saved values.
Provides the option to SAVE changes made in the setup menu before exiting.
Guides on resolving issues like no image, unclear picture, interference, and flickering.
Instructions for fine-tuning the lens focus for optimal image clarity.
The Marshall CV503-WP is an all-weather HD miniature camera designed for a wide range of broadcast and A/V applications where a compact, robust, and high-definition imaging solution is required. This camera is built to withstand various environmental conditions, making it suitable for both indoor and outdoor use. Its miniature form factor allows for discreet placement and versatile mounting options, enabling users to capture unique perspectives that larger cameras cannot achieve.
The primary function of the CV503-WP is to capture high-definition video in diverse settings. It offers comprehensive control over image parameters, allowing users to fine-tune the video output to meet specific production needs. The camera supports various white balance modes, including automatic, one-push, indoor, outdoor, and manual, ensuring accurate color reproduction under different lighting conditions. The auto exposure (AE) control system provides flexibility with automatic, shutter fix, AGC fix, and manual modes, enabling precise management of brightness and exposure levels. This is crucial for maintaining consistent video quality in dynamic lighting environments.
The camera also features a day/night mode, which automatically or manually switches between color and monochrome imaging based on ambient light levels. This ensures optimal performance in both bright daylight and low-light scenarios. Image control features such as saturation, hue, edge enhancement, and gamma correction allow for detailed customization of the video's aesthetic. Advanced digital noise reduction (DNR) helps to clean up images in low light, reducing graininess and improving overall clarity.
Special functions enhance the camera's adaptability. Digital zoom (DZOOM) provides the ability to magnify specific areas of the video, while defog improves visibility in challenging weather conditions like fog or rain. Digital image stabilization (DIS) helps to counteract camera shake, producing smoother footage. Backlight compensation (BLC) and highlight mask (HLM) features ensure that subjects are properly exposed even against bright backgrounds. The camera also includes defect pixel correction, which helps to maintain image integrity by addressing any faulty pixels. Display functions offer various effects like freeze, mirror, and rotation, providing creative options for video output. Wide Dynamic Range (WDR) technology further enhances image quality by balancing bright and dark areas within the same frame, revealing details that might otherwise be lost. Flicker detection and privacy masking capabilities round out the special features, allowing for better image consistency and selective obscuring of sensitive areas.
The setup menu provides administrative controls, including camera ID assignment for multi-camera setups, communication settings for remote control via VISCA protocol, system information display, and output format selection. The camera supports various resolutions and frame rates, including 1080p and 720p at different frame rates, ensuring compatibility with a wide range of broadcast and recording equipment.
The CV503-WP is designed for ease of use, primarily through its On-Screen Display (OSD) joystick and button. This intuitive interface allows users to navigate through the main menu and sub-menus to adjust all camera settings. The joystick's directional movements (UP, DOWN, LEFT, RIGHT) are used for menu navigation and value changes, while the SET button confirms selections and accesses sub-menus. This direct control mechanism simplifies on-site adjustments without requiring external software or complex setups.
For white balance, users can select ATW for continuous automatic adjustment, ONE PUSH for a quick manual calibration using a white reference, or specific indoor/outdoor presets. Manual white balance offers fine-tuning of blue and red tones, providing precise color control. The AE control offers similar flexibility, with AUTO mode for set-and-forget operation, SHUT FIX for prioritizing shutter speed, AGC FIX for managing gain, and MANUAL for full control over shutter, iris speed, AGC, and other parameters. Features like SENS UP digitally enhance low-light performance, while AE BRIGHT allows for brightness level adjustments. FLK CONTROL helps to minimize video flicker by matching the image sensor frequency to the power frequency.
The day/night mode can be set to AUTO, DAY, or NIGHT. AUTO mode intelligently transitions between modes based on light levels, with adjustable delay and threshold levels (D->N LEVEL and N->D LEVEL) to prevent rapid switching. NIGHT COLOR can also be toggled on or off. Image control parameters like saturation, hue, and sharpness (EDGE ENHANCED) allow for artistic and technical adjustments to the video's look. AUTO SATURATE and AUTO EDGE provide intelligent, automatic adjustments to these parameters. BLACK WHITE LEVEL and GAMMA CORRECT offer further control over the image's tonal range. The DNR feature, with its OFF, LOW, MIDDLE, and HIGH settings, is particularly useful for maintaining clean images in challenging lighting.
Special features like DZOOM and DEFOG are easily accessible, providing practical solutions for specific shooting conditions. DIS is a valuable tool for stabilizing footage from a moving camera or in environments prone to vibration. The ability to correct defect pixels and apply various display functions (freeze, mirror, rotation) adds to the camera's versatility. WDR is essential for scenes with high contrast, ensuring that both bright skies and dark shadows are well-exposed. Privacy zones can be configured to mask out sensitive areas within the frame, which is useful for security and public space monitoring applications.
The setup menu allows for configuration of communication protocols (VISCA), camera ID, and baud rate, facilitating integration into larger control systems. Output format selection ensures that the camera's video output matches the requirements of downstream equipment, with various resolutions and frame rates available.
The CV503-WP is designed for durability and minimal maintenance, but certain features and guidelines are provided to ensure its longevity and optimal performance. The all-weather design implies a degree of resistance to environmental elements, reducing the need for specialized protective enclosures in many outdoor scenarios.
The user manual includes a troubleshooting section to help users diagnose and resolve common issues without requiring professional service. This section covers problems such as no image on screen, unclear pictures, interference, and flickering. For instance, if the picture is unclear, the manual advises checking monitor adjustments, ensuring the lens glass is clean, and adjusting the focus of the M12 lens. Cleaning the lens glass with a soft, dry, non-abrasive cloth or a commercial lens cleaning set is recommended to maintain image quality.
For focus adjustment, the manual explains how to rotate the threaded M12 lens clockwise or counter-clockwise to achieve the desired focus point, followed by tightening the locking nut to secure the lens position. This simple mechanical adjustment allows users to maintain sharp focus as needed.
The camera also includes a RESET function, accessible through the OSD menu, which allows users to restore camera settings to either factory defaults or a previously saved user configuration. This is particularly useful for troubleshooting or when reconfiguring the camera for a new application. The manual provides a specific joystick combo (UP, DOWN, UP, DOWN, then push and HOLD for 5 seconds) to reset the camera to default settings (1920x1080p30fps) after a power cycle, offering a quick and reliable way to revert to a known good state. It's important to note that "FRAME RATE", "CAM ID", and "BAUDRATE" will not change with this reset, preserving critical communication and output settings.
The robust construction and thoughtful design of the CV503-WP aim to minimize the need for frequent maintenance, focusing instead on user-friendly controls and self-help troubleshooting options to ensure reliable operation in demanding environments.
General| Weatherproof | Yes |
|---|---|
| IP Rating | IP67 |
| Resolution | 1920x1080 (Full HD) |
| Frame Rates | 30/25 fps |
| Lens Mount | CS-mount |
| Video Output | SDI |
| Operating Temperature | -20°C to +50°C |
| Power | 12V DC |
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