Sony SSC-DC593P User Manual

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Other Convenient
Features
• DC servo/video servo lens 
connection capability
The SSC-DC593P/DC598P cameras 
are easily connected to either 
DC-servo or video-servo lenses.
• CS-mount
CS-mount lenses can also be 
used, allowing for easy and precise 
back-focus adjustments.
• Dual power capability
The SSC-DC593P accepts both 
AC 24 V and DC 12 V power sources 
and automatically switches to the
appropriate mode upon receiving 
power.
• Sync system
The sync system of these cameras
can be switched between internal
lock and AC line lock. When AC line 
lock is selected, the V-phase can
be adjusted by ±90°.
Privacy zone
Privacy zone masking
Unwanted or prohibited areas within 
an image can be masked. Up to two masking
blocks can be freely selected in width and
height. The masking areas are selectable from
either the inside or the outside of the masking
blocks.
Activity detection function
The activity detection function detects
changes within up to three user-defined areas
of the picture. When triggered, the camera
superimposes a blinking ALARM indication on
the video monitor and outputs an alarm trigger
signal to external equipment. The on-screen,
superimposed ALARM message lasts for 10
seconds, while the alarm trigger can be set at
between 0.5 and 10 seconds.
Remote camera control
The SSC-DC593P/DC598P cameras can be
remotely controlled through the RS-485 serial
interface for camera configuration and control
of advanced features such as DynaView™
ON/OFF and Day/night mode switching.
User-friendly operation
• On-screen set up menu:
Camera settings can be made through 
the on-screen menu using the cursor keys 
on the side panel of the camera. Up to two
customised settings can be stored in the
memory to quickly recall specific set-up con-
ditions.
• Camera title indication:
In order to identify individual cameras more
easily, a title of up to 24 characters can be
assigned to each unit, which can then be
superimposed onto a video monitor screen.
The position of the superimposed title is
selectable from OFF, TOP LEFT, TOP
RIGHT, BOTTOM LEFT, or BOTTOM RIGHT.
Advanced Features
On-screen set up menu
Menu operation buttons