CNA-2 camera control network adapter
Monitor, configure and control your Sony system cameras anywhere with Network. Get your live camera systems ready for remote and distributed production, connecting multiple units to take on the most ambitious multi-camera projects. Run productions from your chosen connected location to get the most out of your system cameras and visualize grouping functions and settings for SR-Live and Networked Live.
Monitoring and configuring your camera systems
By accessing Web UI from a PC, tablet, or another device via a web browser, it is possible to centrally manage and monitor the camera network system, such as displaying the fiber condition of system camera devices on the network, monitoring alerts, and checking setting parameters during HDR/SDR simul-production. It also supports logging of errors and warning data. In addition, with the Compare function, it is possible to check whether the OETF settings are the same as other cameras during HDR production.
Secure, web-based access
Enhance the security of your system through authentication and seamless integration with the GMCS or Web API.
Install the Web API license, HZC-GWCN2, in CNA-2 to establish a robust and secure connection. Regardless of your team’s location, our secure Web API empowers it to manage format settings, camera painting and RCP assignments, and previews seamlessly across your distributed production environment.
Flexible and scalable for every production
Deploy a CNA-2 at each of your sites then manage your camera systems centrally. Connect multiple units and enjoy integrated system management across your operation, wherever your operators and controllers are working.
The Master function of the camera system
When operating a system camera with a Multi-Camera System (MCS), it is possible to use this device as the Master equipment of the MCS system.
Web-Based Camera Control Application
By installing the paid license software “HZC-MSUCN2” (WEB-MSU) and “HZC-RCPCN2” (WEB-RCP) on the CNA-2 and accessing it via a web browser from a PC or tablet, individual control can be performed from the on-screen control panel. This enables efficient multi-camera production. Specifically, WEB-MSU offers advanced file management capabilities, the ability to save profiles and switch RCP assignments between domains, and real-time user gamma editing functionality. Additionally, it allows customization of the GUI for each operator, providing an optimal production experience for each location. WEB-RCP is used to control up to 12 cameras with simple operation, and WEB-MSU provides support for various functions of the HDC series and network live streaming.
Clear, compact control
With its compact size, CNA-2 can display IP addresses and version/license information on its electronic paper display. Meanwhile, the web UI visualizes grouping functions and settings for SR-Live and Networked Live.
Device log aggregation and visualization
Collect and consolidate log data from your devices, with clear visualizations.
Configuration data
Handle configuration data for your distributed devices and enable federated control for flexible, efficient productions.
A gateway to third-party devices
Combine your Sony camera systems with third-party devices thanks to our secure web API.
GMCS (Global Multi-Camera System)
GMCS is a next-generation, scalable control system. With GMCS, the system size can be expanded to over 300 chains. It also supports Logical Dividing (Domain), allowing for easy management and configuration of the system by assigning one Domain to each studio or OB van, especially during remote productions.
In the case of network latency that may occur during remote productions, the traditional approach was to connect multiple CNAs to two locations to enable RCP control even in a delayed environment. However, with GMCS, RCP control is possible even in environments with latency. Additionally, GMCS allows for encrypted communication between multiple locations, ensuring a more secure connection.
Whether for independent production in multi-domain or inter-site cooperative production, if CNA-2 is installed at each site, the operation can be easily switched by changing the settings.
Protocol converter
Translate Sony’s 700 protocol to and from Simple Protocol for work with third-party devices. This function also means the CNA-2 makes it possible to translate 700 protocol to and from the CCA cable to control devices.
CNA-2 features e-paper display technology to demonstrate a paper-like display. This allows the customer to be able to clearly operate the adapter even in direct sunlight. As a reflective display, it does not emit any light, which makes it energy-friendly.
Network redundancy ensures uninterrupted, secure connectivity.
The DC IN power adapter enables redundant power supply implementation.
