CI0 — Camera IP Interface
The broadcast gateway to the IP world
Shade all your cameras over IP. The CI0 interfaces all serial broadcast equipment to use seamlessly on current IP workflows.
CI0
Power and control to any serial camera, over one IP cable. CY-CI0 provides multiple flexible ports to interface serial based equipment over IP. It makes any non-IP camera or equipment discoverable and usable on IP networks using current workflows. The CI0 features 2 multi-protocol ports compatible with any serial based camera, with custom designed cables for every serial camera we support.
Supported Functions
Protocols
RS232 / 422 / 485. LANC (Sony and compatible). Sony Legacy (8-pin remote). Canon cameras serial remote. VISCA (Sony and compatible). S.BUS for gimbals and servos. B4 lens protocols. Blackmagic SDI Control (CI0-BM version).
Capabilities
A single connector and cable provides power and control to mini-cameras. Controls multiple cameras and equipment. Supports camera bus for selected protocols such as Dreamchip, IOI, Marshall, VISCA. 20+ cables available for most manufacturers, all pinouts available. Auto-discovery on LAN, identified with the serial number.
Interfaces
Connectivity
Ethernet
10/100 Ethernet interface to serial protocols.
Multi-protocol ports
2 multi-protocol ports (3 ports version for special cables like multi-channel DAC).
LCD status
Displays the connection status between the RCP and the camera.
Tally LEDs
2 built-in Tally LEDs which can be repurposed to any signalling.
PoE+
802.3af/at provides up to 15W to power cameras.
Mounting
1/4"–20 UNC bottom thread for tripods or other mounts. Top 1/4"–20 UNC screw to attach a mini camera directly to the CI0 as a single block.
IP Workflow
Plug the CI0 and RCP on the same network and they will automatically discover each other. Add the camera in the configuration, select which CI0 port you connected the camera to, and everything else gets configured automatically.
Supported cameras
Seamless integration with all major camera brands.
Markets we serve
Specialty Cameras Cinematic Multicam Remote Production