The RM-B170 remote control unit is the successor to the RM-B150. It provides an even more affordable solution for basic remote camera operations, with added features, including the remote control of media and the operation of clips of non-linear media. It can be directly connected to a camera or camcorder as a portable-type remote control unit or it can be connected to a CCU for use as a simple remote control panel. The RM-B170 can control a camera from a distance of up to 100m (328 feet) when connected directly to the camera.

For use with the following Sony cameras:

HDCAM camcorders: HDW-700A, HDW-650, HDW-750, HDW-F900/H/R
XDCAM HD422Professional Disc camcorders:PDW-680, PDW-700, PDW-F800
XDCAM HD422 Memory camcorders: PMW-300, PMW-400, PMW-500
XDCAM EX Memory camcorders: PMW-EX3, PMW-320, PMW-350, PMW-F3
Digital Cinematography & 4K XAVC :F23, F35, F65, PMW-F5, PMW-F55
Studio cameras: BVP-950A, BVP-750A, BVP-550/570, HDC & HXC series