Sony Control Unit for BVM Series Monitors
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Sony Control Unit for BVM Series Monitors

SKU: SOBKM17R MFR: BKM 17R
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Key Features

  • Enhance your BVM series monitor workflow with this Sony control unit for precise adjustments.
  • Enjoy seamless remote operation via LAN with the RJ-45 Ethernet port for efficient control.
  • Maintain optimal performance with a wide operating temperature range for diverse environments.
  • Ensure reliable connectivity with serial remote input, perfect for professional setups.
  • Experience durable performance with robust design, ideal for demanding broadcast applications.
  • Compact and lightweight at 4.63 lbs, this Sony control unit integrates easily into your setup.
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Sony Control Unit Specifications

  • Compatibility

    BVM Series Monitors

  • Input: Serial Remote (LAN)

    RJ-45 (x1) (Ethernet, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

  • DC Input

    DC jack (x1)

  • Option Output

    Serial Remote (LAN) RJ-45 (x1) (Ethernet, 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX)

  • Operating Temperature

    0 to 35deg. C (32 to 95 deg. F)
    32 to 95 deg. F (0 to 35 deg. C)

  • Operating Humidity

    0% to 90% (no condensation)

  • Storage/Transport Temperature

    -10 to 40 deg. C (14 to 104 deg. F)

  • Storage/Transport Humidity

    0% to 90%

  • Operating/Storage/Transport Pressure

    700 hPa to 1060 hPa

  • Dimensions

    424 x 58.8 x 169.6mm (16.69 x 2.31 x 6.68") (Approx.)

  • Weight

    2.1kg (4.63 lbs) (Approx.)

About Sony Control Unit

The 19" rack-mountable BKM-17R monitor control unit gives you control of the BVM-E251/E171 Series monitor. It can also control the BVM-X Series, BVM-E series, BVM-F series, BVM-L Series, PVM-L series and PVM-X550. A USB memory is used for storing captured data. One BKM-17R can control up to 32 BVM monitors.

Modular Monitor Control Unit
The control unit for the BVM-E251/E171 Series monitor. It also can control the BVM-X Series, BVM-E series, BVM-F series, BVM-L Series, PVM-L series and PVM-X Series. The Monitor Control Unit can be attached below the BVM-E251/E171 monitor using the optional Controller Attachment Stand (BKM-37H, BKM-38H or BKM-39H) or connected remotely via an Ethernet cable.

USB memory
A USB memory is used for storing a captured data, exchanging setting data of the monitor to another BVM-E251 or E171 monitor and updating them.

19-inch EIA standard rack-mountable
The rack mount brackets and screws are supplied.

Warranty Information

This product has a limited warranty of 12 months for parts and 3 months for labor.

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Key Features

  • Enhance your BVM series monitor workflow with this Sony control unit for precise adjustments.
  • Enjoy seamless remote operation via LAN with the RJ-45 Ethernet port for efficient control.
  • Maintain optimal performance with a wide operating temperature range for diverse environments.
  • Ensure reliable connectivity with serial remote input, perfect for professional setups.
  • Experience durable performance with robust design, ideal for demanding broadcast applications.
  • Compact and lightweight at 4.63 lbs, this Sony control unit integrates easily into your setup.