Marshall
CV343-CSB
(59.94/29.97 fps)
Full-HD (3G-SDI) Compact Broadcast POV Camera (CS mount)
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CV343-CSB: 1920x1080p59.94/29.97, 1920x1080i59.94, 1280x720p59.94/29.97fps
- 2.5 Megapixel 1/3-inch CMOS Sensor
- CS/C Mount with DC-Auto Iris (lens sold separately)
- 3G/HD-SDI (BNC) & CVBS (BNC) built into rear panel
- Captures sharp & vivid color images as 0.2 lux (low light sensitive)
- New WDR function supports high speed & high sensitivity to various light sources
- OSD Menu Joystick & RS-485 connectable (Pelco/Visca Protocols)
- Stepped (Red/Blue) Gain Control, Gamma, and Shutter adjust
- Compatible with Marshall RCP Control Unit, p/n: CV-RCP-V2
- Includes 12V power supply in box
Marshall Electronics 3rd Generation CV343-CSB improves on all aspects of video performance. Utilizing a new state of the art 1/3-inch high speed sensor packing 2,476,296 pixels (2.5 Megapixels) of clear, crisp video capture through full sized 3G/HD-SDI (BNC) outputs at resolutions of 1920x1080i, 1920x1080p, 1280x720p & frame-rates of 60/59.94/50/30/29.97/25 fps. New proprietary pixel technology offers the lowest noise ratio on the market today capturing sharp, vivid color images in very low light conditions, as low as 0.05 lux. Industry leading low power consumption draws very low power in full 1920x1080p60/59.94/50fps modes. New CV343-CSB Pro-Series POV Cameras continue to offer Field-of-View flexibility with interchangeable CS/C mount Varifocal lenses and convenience of HD-SDI outputs maintaining a broadcast standard for POV camera applications. New RS485 connect-ability offers remote camera control communication via SONY VISCA or PELCO protocols.
Camera Control Software

CV343-CSB applications:
• Broadcast Television • Professional Sports • College Sports • OB Vans/Trucks • Concert & Studio Music Video • Reality TV • Performing Arts • Culinary Shows • Car TV Shows • Hidden Camera Shows • International Racing Circuits • Off-road Racing • Horse Racing • House of Worship • POV Video Shots
Sensor | Image Sensor | 1/3" Progressive CMOS (Approx. 2.1 mega) |
Scanning System | 16:9 Progressive | |
Sync. System | Internal | |
Effective Pixel | 1920(H) x 1080(V) | |
Min. Illumination | 0.2 Lux (Color), 0.1 Lux (Black/White), 0.005 Lux(DSS on) | |
Horizontal Resolution | 1000TVL | |
Optics | Lens | CV502 comes with 3.7mm (M12 mount) - interchangeable CV343 (CS/C mount w/ DC-Auto Iris) - variable lens options |
Functions | Back Light Compensation | WDR (Wide Dynamic Range)/BLC (Back Light Compensation), HLC (High Light Compensation) |
Exposure | Auto / Manual | |
White Balance | Auto (3,000°K~8,000°K) / ATW (1,900°K~11,000°K) / Manual | |
Day & Night System | AGC (Automatic Gain Control) / True Day/Night auto switch based on light environment (auto/manual) (ICR) | |
Electronic Shutter | NTSC: 1/30~1/30000, PAL: 1/25~1/30000, DSS( ~X64) |
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Functions | Privacy Mask, Image Mirror, 3DNR, Flicker-less, Sharpness, Defog, DIS (Digital Image stabilizer), NegArt, Freeze, B&W | |
Video Outputs | 3G-SDI HD-SDI |
SMPTE 424M(2.97Gbps): 1920x1080p @ 59.94fps (-MB/-CSB) or 1920x1080p @ 50/60fps (-M/-CS) SMPTE 292M(1.485Gbps): 1920x1080p @ 29.97 (-MB/-CSB) or 25/30 (-M/-CS) 1920x1080i @ 59.94 (-MB/-CSB) or 50/60fps (-M/-CS) 1280x720p @ 59.94/29.97fps (-MB/CSB) or 50/60 (-M/-CS) |
CVBS (BNC) | Composite-CVBS (BNC): 700TVL NTSC/PAL | |
Control Interface | RS-485 | PELCO-P/D, SONY-VISCA protocol |
8 bits data, 1 stop bit, no parity, 2400~115200bps | ||
General | Operation Temperature | -10°C ~ 50°C |
Power Input | 12VDC (7V to 15VDC) | |
Power consumption | Max 6W | |
Dimensions | CV343: 60(W) x 57(H) X 45(D) mm CV502: 37(W) X 37(H) X 35(D)mm |
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Weight (Net) | CV343: Approx. 160g CV502: Approx. 140g |

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Lens Options for CV343, CV345, CV365 cameras
Part No. | Megapixel Rating | Focal Length | Horizontal AOV | Iris | F-Stop | Focus Range from Front of Lens | |
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VS-M226-A | 3MP | 2.2~6mm | 129°~50° | DC Auto (4 pin) |
F1.3 | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M226-M-IRIS | 3MP | 2.2~6mm | 129°~50° | Manual Control | F1.3~close | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M288-M-IRIS | 3MP | 2.8~8mm | 110°~30° | Manual Control | F1.2~close | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M2812-2 | 3MP | 2.8~12mm | 98°~25° | DC Auto (4 pin) |
F1.4 | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M419-6MP | 6MP | 4.1~9mm | 72°~33° (1/3"), 97°~44° (1/2") |
DC Auto (4 pin) |
F1.6 - T360 | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M550-4 | 3MP | 5~50mm | 56°~6° | DC Auto (4 pin) |
F1.4 | ∞ - 0.3m |
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VS-M1550-A | 3MP | 15~50mm | 20°~6° | DC Auto (4 pin) |
F1.5 | ∞ - 0.8m |
Part No. | Megapixel Rating | Focal Length | Horizontal AOV | Iris | F-Stop | |
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V-555.0-5MP-VIS-IR 1/2 | 5MP | 5.0mm | 63° (1/3"), 75.5° (1/2.5"), 98° (1/1.7") | F2.0 | 0.8m - ∞ |
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V-557.6-5MP-VIS-IR 1/2 | 5MP | 7.6mm | 40.4° (1/3"), 48° (1/2.5"), 60° (1/1.7") | F2.0 | 1.5m - ∞ |

Camera Control Application
- Download Camera Control Software HERE
- Use USB to RS485/RS422 Converter (CV-USB-RS485)
- Use cat5 or 24AWG twisted-pair wire (sold separately)
- Connect cable from RS485(+) terminal on Camera to T/R (+) on USB/RS485 converter
- Connect cable from RS485(-) terminal on Camera to T/R (-) on USB/RS485 converter
- Plug USB cable from USB/RS485 converter into USB port on Laptop or Computer (note ComPort#)
- Open up CamControl Program and match Serial Port to corresponding ComPort# used
- Select Baudrate in CamControl Program and match it in Camera OSD Menu under DISPLAY CONTROL > BAUDRATE
- Select Camera Address in CamControl Program and match it in Camera OSD Menu under DISPLAY CONTROL > CAM ID
- Select Open in CamControl Program
- Test connection by pushing MENU in lower right of CamControl Program - OSD Menu should come up on video signal
- Commands can also be sent without using OSD Menu
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