Panasonic AJ-HDC27VP User Manual

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Camera/VTR

Operating Instructions

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CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

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DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

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CAUTION:

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CAUTION:

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FCC Note:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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Contents

Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Features of the camera unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Features of the VTR unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

System configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Power supply section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Accessory mounting section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Audio function section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

Viewfinder section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12

Shooting (recording)/playback function section . .13

Warning/status display section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18

Menu operation section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Time code related section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19

Power supply . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Using the Anton/Bauer battery pack . . . . . . . . . .21

Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 battery pack . . .22

Using the Sony NP-1 battery pack . . . . . . . . . . . .23

Using the Sony BP-90 battery pack . . . . . . . . . . .23

Using the Sony BP-L60/L90 lithium-ion battery . .24 Using an AC power supply

when the AJ-B75 AC adapter is used . . . . . . . . .24

Attaching the lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .25

Adjusting the lens flange . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .26

Adjusting the white shading . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27

Adjusting the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Attaching the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Detaching the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Adjusting the viewfinder position . . . . . . . . . . . . .30

Audio input preparation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

When attaching a microphone to the viewfinder

(optional accessory) for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .31

When attaching a microphone to the main unit for

use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .32

When connecting a microphone to the

MIC IN jack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

When connecting a microphone to the

AUDIO IN connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33

When using a wireless microphone . . . . . . . . . . .34

When connecting audio components . . . . . . . . . .34

Mounting the unit on a tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .35

Attaching the shoulder strap . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .36

Adjusting the shoulder pad position . . . . . . . . . .36

Attaching the rain cover . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .37

Connecting the extension control unit . . . . . . . .37

Viewfinder lamp displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .38

Setting the lamp displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .39

Viewfinder screen status displays . . . . . . . . . . . .40

Selecting the display items . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .42

Display modes and setting change messages . . .43

Switching the display mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Setting the marker displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Setting the camera ID . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .44

Screen displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Remaining battery charge and audio channel level

and remaining tape displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Displays relating to errors and warnings . . . . . . .45

Displays relating to time codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Adjusting the date and time . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Adjustments and setup using the setting

menus . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Adjusting the white balance and black

balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Adjusting the white balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .47

Adjusting the black balance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .51

Setting the electronic shutter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Shutter modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .52

Setting the shutter mode and speed . . . . . . . . . .52

Changing the shutter speed and mode selection

range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Setting the synchro scan mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . .53

Variable frame rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Setting the frame rate . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .54

Scan reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Setting the scan reverse . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .55

Adjusting the audio level . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Manual audio level adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Limiter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .56

Setting the time data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Setting the user’s bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Setting the time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .58

Externally locking the time code . . . . . . . . . . . . . .59

How to use the user data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .60

Setup card operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .61

Formatting the setup card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .62

Saving the data settings on the card . . . . . . . . . .63

Loading the data saved on the card . . . . . . . . . . .65

Cassette tapes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

Recording . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .67

Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .68

Scene-to-scene continuity . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Playback

(checking what has been recorded) . . . . . . . . . . .70

Rec review . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Color playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Lens RET button functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70

Other VTR functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

NEWS REC function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

RETAKE function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

INTERVAL REC (intermittent recording)

function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .71

Menu operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .72

Basic setting menu operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .73

Displaying sub-menus and deciding on

settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .74

Setting menu configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .75

Contents

Setting menu screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

CAM MAIN MENU 1 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

CAM MAIN MENU 2 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

CAM MAIN MENU 3 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

CAM MAIN MENU 4 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .79

CAM MAIN MENU 1

ROP screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

MATRIX screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .80

COLOR CORRECTION 1 screen . . . . . . . . . . . .81

COLOR CORRECTION 2 screen . . . . . . . . . . . .81

LOW SETTING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

MID SETTING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .82

HIGH SETTING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

ADDITIONAL DTL1 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

ADDITIONAL DTL2 screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .83

SKIN TONE DTL screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

KNEE/LEVEL screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .84

GAMMA screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

CAMERA SETTING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .85

CAM MAIN MENU 2

VF DISPLAY screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

VF MARKER screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .86

VF INDICATOR screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

CAMERA ID screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .87

SHUTTER SPEED screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

!LED screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .88

CAMERA SW MODE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

SUPER GAIN screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

FRAME MODE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .89

CAM MAIN MENU 3

CAM CARD READ/WRITE screen . . . . . . . . . . . .90

CAM CARD R/W SELECT screen . . . . . . . . . . . .90

GENLOCK/IRIS screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

LENS ADJ screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .91

CAM MAIN MENU 4

CAM USER MENU SELECT 1 screen . . . . . . . . .92

CAM USER MENU SELECT 2 screen . . . . . . . . .92

CAM USER MENU SELECT 3 screen . . . . . . . . .92

BLACK SHADING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

WHITE SHADING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

FLARE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

COLORIMETRY screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .93

INITIALIZE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

DIAGNOSTIC screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

EVALUATION screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

OPTION screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .94

VTR MAIN MENU screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .96

FUNCTION screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .97

BATTERY/TAPE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .98

BATTERY SETTING screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .99

VTR VF INDICATOR screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

MIC/AUDIO screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .100

TC/UB screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .102

TIME DATE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

VTR USER MENU SELECT screen . . . . . . . . . .104

VTR CARD READ/WRITE screen . . . . . . . . . . .104

VTR INITIALIZE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

DIAGNOSTIC screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .104

FUNCTION screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

BATTERY/TAPE screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .105

VTR VF INDICATOR screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

MIC/AUDIO screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

TC/UB screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .106

Warning system . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .107

Emergency eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Error codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .109

Maintenance . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Condensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Head cleaning . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Cleaning inside the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Phenomena inherent to CCD cameras . . . . . . .110

Replacing the backup battery . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .110

Inspections prior to shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Preparation for inspection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Inspecting the camera unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .111

Inspecting the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .112

Inspecting the aperture and zoom functions . . .113

Inspecting the VTR unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .113

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .115

Introduction

Features

The AJ-HDC27V integrates two units: 1) a highdefinition (HD) color video camera featuring an ITCCD equipped with a 1 million pixel on-chip lens that supports the full spectrum of HD TV (720P/59.94 Hz), and 2) a DVCPRO HD format VTR that incorporates the latest compression technology. Featuring a 100 Mbps recording rate for the VTR as well, this unit is capable of recording images with an extremely high picture quality to achieve the highest performance and most sophisticated functions as an integrated camera/VTR for electronic field production (EFP) applications.

Furthermore, it is compact and lightweight, has low power consumption, and excels in achieving a high level of picture quality, sensitivity, and mobility, and is extremely dust-proof and moisture-proof. These are all attributes which enable the unit to be used for electronic news gathering (ENG) applications as well. Since digital signal processing is provided in both the camera unit and VTR unit, the picture quality is further improved while the unit’s stability is also enhanced. Small multimedia cards or SD memory cards meeting global standards can be used for the camera and VTR setting data as part of a system which can accomplish data management.

Features of the camera unit

The camera unit of the AJ-HDC27V has the following features.

High sensitivity: 2000 lux, F12 (frame rate: 23.98 Hz, synchro scan: 50%)

High signal-to-noise ratio: 54 dB (standard)

Low smear

Low flare

Digital signal processing

Analog signals are converted into digital signals through 10-bit A/D conversion at a sampling frequency of 74.1758 MHz. This processing not only enhances the picture quality, stability and reliability but it also enables the viewfinder screen displays and many of the adjustment and setup items to be configured in a menu-driven format.

Customized setting menus

The status displays, messages and marker displays are controlled using setting menus which are displayed on the viewfinder screen. The user can select whether or not to display certain items and under what conditions they are to be displayed to suit the user’s convenience. For instance, the ON/OFF settings can be selected for eleven different statuses for the “!” lamp display which tells the user that the unit is experiencing some kind of problem. The menus are also used to select settings and functions and execute memory card operations.

Setup card

Up to eight sets of setting menu data can be stored on SD card (Secure Digital Memory Card) and small multimedia cards (VW-MMC8) serving as setup cards. Organizing this data by set or by shooting conditions for storage is useful in reproducing the same setup states with ease and in ensuring consistency in the setup states from one set of data to the next.

High-performance electronic shutter

Use of the self-contained electronic shutter results in images with minimal shake even when the subject is fast-moving. Any of the following special modes can also be selected.

Synchro scan mode This is ideal for shooting the monitor screens of a personal computer or work station. (20.0% to 99.5%) Images with minimal horizontal stripe noise can be obtained in this mode.

Variable frame rate featured

The AJ-HDC27VP is the first camera/VTR in the world to feature a variable frame rate which allows the user to set the frame rate (shooting speed) from 4 frames/sec. (3.99 Hz) to 60 frames/sec. (59.94 Hz). By making it possible to shoot with speed effects and create clearer slow-motion images and blur effects, this feature gives users the exciting opportunity to express a whole new dimension of moving images—a world which was hitherto confined to the field of film production—in their own video productions.

Features

Features of the camera unit

Wide-ranging video gain selection

A value ranging from –6 dB to +30 dB can be selected for the gain using the setting menu and GAIN switch. Even when the gain is increased for shooting in dark locations, images with minimal noise can be obtained because of the high signal-to-noise ratio. The super gain function can be allocated to the USER button, and 30 dB can be selected using this button.

Automatic adjustment of black balance and white balance, and memory function

The black balance and white balance can be adjusted automatically by means of some simple switch operations. The adjustment settings remain stored in the memory even after the power has been turned off so that the need for the balance to be re-adjusted each time the power is turned on is obviated. Two memories, A and B, are used to store the white balance, and it is possible to retain two adjustment settings per color temperature conversion filter, making for a total of 8 settings altogether. When the color temperature conversion filter is rotated, it is automatically adjusted to the white balance. (Using menu settings, this can be set for two filters only rather than for each and every filter.) When the unit is shipped, 3200 K is stored as the preset value for the white balance. This value can always be recalled when no time is available to perform adjustments. (The preset value can be switched between 3200 K and 4300 K.)

Character display function

The unit comes with functions for showing the switch settings, automatic black balance and white balance adjustment statuses, warning displays, etc. on the viewfinder screen. Moreover, when a battery in the Digital Magnum Series made by Anton/Bauer Corporation is used as the unit’s power supply, the remaining battery charge can be displayed as a numerical value on the viewfinder screen.

Warning system for indicating VTR unit statuses

The user is alerted to problems in the VTR, tape-end, battery consumption, etc. by various alarm lamps and alarm tones. The remaining tape time can also be checked by a character display inside the viewfinder.

4-piece filter disc sets available as standard accessories

The filter best suited to the subject’s brightness and color temperature can be selected. Two independent sets of filter discs, one for CC and one for ND, each with four filter discs, are provided as standard accessories.

Automatic aperture reference value finely adjusted

The reference value used for the automatic aperture adjustment can be finely adjusted by performing setting menu operations.

Generation of color bar signals and reference audio signals

The unit contains a circuit for generating color bar signals so that a color monitor can easily be adjusted. It also incorporates a circuit for generating reference level audio signals to enable the audio level to be adjusted with ease.

Functions and circuits for assuring high picture quality

Equipped with the following functions (or circuits) to guarantee that the picture quality will be high, the unit is designed to take advantage of the merits of its highperformance CCD to the maximum extent possible.

AUTO KNEE circuit for achieving a wide dynamic range through which strong signals can pass.

Built-in 2-line image enhancer

Built-in shading compensation function for when the lens extender is used

Built-in sawtooth wave generator for use with adjustments

2-level zebra pattern to enable 3 kinds of patterns including spot zebra to be selected

ON/OFF selector switch for zebra patterns (viewfinder)

Remote control

Remote control of the basic operations and adjustments of the camera unit and VTR unit is enabled by connecting the extension control unit (optional accessory AJ-EC3).

Features of the VTR unit

Digital system

The pictures are compressed by a component digital recording system that uses the latest compression technology while non-compression PCM recording featuring excellent signal-to-noise ratio, frequency band, waveform characteristics and reproduction of detailed areas is employed for the sound. The result is an even higher picture and sound quality.

Power saving management (SAVE REC) function

When this unit is used for recording, its playback system circuitry is shut down. The output of signals to the HD SDI OUT connector is also shut down when the cable has not been connected so that the unit’s power can be conserved while the unit is being operated.

Scene-to-scene continuity

Simply by pressing the VTR START button or lens VTR button, continuity between the scenes is obtained at a precision of 0 to +1 frame.

Rec review function

The last 2 to 10 seconds of a recording are automatically rewound and played back to enable the user to quickly check what has been recorded.

Playback function

This function enables the playback picture (in black and white) to be viewed on the viewfinder screen. Color playback pictures can be output from the HD SDI OUT connector.

Built-in time code generator/reader

The same or separate time code information can be recorded on the dedicated sub-code track and video AUX area, and played back.

External locking of time code

The built-in time code generator can be locked to an external generator. A lithium battery is used as the backup power supply of the built-in time code generator to back up the memory data for about a year even when no power is supplied to the unit.

Tape management information

This camera/VTR automatically stores as the tape management information both the frame rate information which indicates the shooting speed and the active frame information which indicates the first frame where the frame image was switched in the user’s bit of the sub-code track area (this used to be the LTC area).

Built-in DOLBY NR system

The cue audio recording circuitry contains a Dolby B noise reduction circuit.

Audio functions

A phantom power supply type of microphone (optional accessory) with sharp directivity characteristics can be attached. It can also be detached from the unit for use as an interview microphone.

Other kinds of microphones can also be connected and, using the model AJ-MH700P microphone holder (optional accessory), attached to the unit.

NEWS REC function

This function especially supports shooting in the context of news gathering or documentary filming to ensure that no opportune shutter opportunities are passed up. In other words, by controlling the start key acknowledgment time, the unit can continuously record without the user having to interrupt the recording: this safeguards against the failure to record those precious moments—a failure that occurs when recording is resumed after it has been shut down temporarily.

RETAKE function

This function is for not leaving behind superfluous cuts when a cut turns out to be no good during the shooting of news, reports or art programs. Users should remember to handle this function very carefully. If there is enough leeway in the shooting time and a particular cut is clearly judged to be no good, the tape is rewound to the start of the cut concerned and the rec pause (rec standby) mode is established by operating the MODE CHECK button and lens RET button. Since recording is now commenced from that point on the tape, the no-good cut will be deleted. In order to prevent the cut prior to the no-good cut from being deleted, a part of the no-good cut equivalent to ten or so frames is left behind. By cutting down on the time taken for copying onto the work tape, for instance, this function is very effective in achieving economical operation.

INTERVAL REC function

This function makes simple interval shooting possible. It proves to be very effective when shooting programs with a nature theme or art programs.

Features

Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol Îare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

System Configuration

Microphone kit AJ-MC700P

Wireless microphone receiver WX-RJ700

Microphone holder AJ-MH700P

Lens (Bayonet type) FUJINON/CANON

Rain cover SHAN-RC700

Soft carrying case AJ-SC900

Tripod mount adapter SHAN-TM700

Extension control unit AJ-EC3

Camera/VTR AJ-HDC27V

Setup memory card Multi-media card SD (Secure Digital) memory card

Battery case AU-M402H

Battery case/Battery holder

AC adapter AJ-B75

Cassette tape AJ-HP23LP AJ-HP32LP AJ-HP46LP

Cleaning tape AJ-CL12LP

Battery charger AG-B425 AJ-B450

Panasonic Battery AU-BP402 AJ-BP490

Anton/Bauer Battery

Sony Battery BP-90 BP-L60/L90 NP-1

2˝ viewfinder AJ-HVF27P

Power supply section

Battery mount

This is for attaching the Anton/Bauer battery pack.

DC IN (external power input) socket (XLR, 4P)

When operating this unit using an AC power source, this socket is connected to the model AJB75 AC adapter (optional accessory).

BREAKER button

To protect the equipment, the circuit breaker is tripped when an overcurrent flows inside the unit, and the power is automatically turned off. Push this button to the pushed-in position after performing internal inspections and adjustments. If there is no problem, the power will be turned back on.

POWER switch ON

: Set here to turn on the power.

OFF

: Set here to turn off the power.

Parts and their functions

Accessory mounting section

Hooks for attaching shoulder strap

Attach the ends of the accessory shoulder strap to these hooks.

Light shoe

Use this to attach the video light, etc.

Lens mount (Bayonet type)

Use this to attach the lens.

Lever for securing lens

Insert the lens into the lens mount 3, and turn the lens mount ring using this lever to secure the lens.

Lens mount cap

To remove the cap, push the lever for securing the lens 4up. Keep the cap in place while the lens is not attached.

Lens cable/microphone cable clamp

This clamp is for anchoring the lens cable or microphone cable.

Tripod mount

Mount the tripod attachment (SHAN-TM700), available as an optional accessory, when the unit is to be anchored to the tripod.

LENS terminal (12-pin)

The connecting cable of the lens is connected here. For details concerning the lenses that can be used, consult your dealer.

Shoulder pad

This pad can be adjusted to facilitate operation when the unit is operated on the user’s shoulder. The pad position can be moved forward or backward when the two securing screws are loosened.

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Audio function section (1)

MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin)

Connect the microphone (optional accessory) here. The power for the microphone is supplied from this jack.

AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 & 2 recording level adjustment) controls

When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch 3is set to MAN, the recording level of audio channels 1 and 2 can be adjusted using these controls.

AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 & 2 automatic/manual level adjustment selector) switch

This is used to select the method for adjusting the audio levels of audio channels 1 and 2.

AUTO

: Set here for automatic adjustment.

MAN

: Set here for manual adjustment.

AUDIO IN (audio input selector) switch

This is used to select the input signals to be recorded on audio channels 1 and 2.

FRONT

: The input signals supplied from the

microphone which has been connected to the MIC IN jack 1are recorded.

REAR

: The audio input signals supplied from the

audio component which has been connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors 5is recorded.

AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio input channel 1 & 2) connectors (XLR, 3-pin)

An audio component or microphones are connected here.

LINE/MIC/+48V (line input/mic input/mic input + 48V) selector switch

This is used to switch the audio input signals from the audio component which has been connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors 5.

LINE

: The audio input signals from the audio

component serving as the line input are selected.

MIC

: The audio input signals from the internal

power supply type of microphone are selected. (The phantom mic power is not supplied from the unit.)

+48V

: The audio input signals from the external

power supply type of microphone are selected. (The phantom mic power is supplied from the unit.)

CUE switch CH1

: The audio CH1 signals are recorded on the

cue track.

MIX

: Audio CH1 and CH2 mixed signals are

recorded on the cue track.

CH2

: The audio CH2 signals are recorded on the

cue track.

<Note>

This switch can be made ineffective using the VTR MAIN MENU. (See page 101)

Parts and their functions

Audio function section (2)

AUDIO OUT connector (XLR, 5-pin)

This is connected to the audio component. The sound of audio CH1 and the sound of audio CH2 are output separately. The switching of the recording sound and playback sound is coupled with the setting of the MONITOR OUT SDI switch. (No sound will be output when the SDI switch is at OFF.)

DC OUT (DC power output) socket

This is the DC 12 V output socket. A current of approximately 100 mA can be supplied.

ALARM (warning alarm volume adjustment) control

This is used to adjust the volume of the warning alarms from the earphone which has been connected to the speaker <or PHONES jack ?. The warning alarms are not audible when this control is at its lowest setting.

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MONITOR (volume adjustment) control

This is used to adjust the volume of all the sound delivered through the speaker or earphone except for the warning alarms. The sound is not audible when this control is at its lowest setting.

Parts and their functions

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Speaker

The EE sound during recording or the playback sound during playback can be monitored through this speaker. The warning alarms are output in synchronization with the flashing or lighting of the warning lamps and warning displays. The sound heard from the speaker is automatically cut off when the earphone is connected to the PHONES jack ?.

MONITOR SELECT (audio channel selector) switch

This is used to select the audio channels whose sound is to be output from the speaker or microphone.

CH1

: The audio CH1 signals are output.

1/2 : The audio CH1 and CH2 mixed signals or

stereo audio signals are output. However, only mixed signals are output through the speaker.

CH2

: The audio CH2 signals are output.

MONITOR (audio selector) switch

This is used to select the sound which is to be output to the earphone when “1/2” has been selected by the MONITOR SELECT switch =.

: The audio CH1 and CH2 stereo audio signals

are output.

MIX

: The audio CH1 and CH2 mixed audio signals

are output.

PHONES (earphone) jack (mini jack)

When an earphone (optional accessory) is connected, the sound selected by the MONITOR switch >can be heard from the earphone. In addition, the warning alarms relating to the unit’s operations or statuses can be heard through the earphone. An earphone which is capable of delivering a sufficiently high volume is recommended. However, when the earphone is connected, the sound heard through the speaker

will be automatically cut off.

Viewfinder section

(Viewfinder pictured here is the AJ-HVF27P)

(For details concerning the viewfinder, refer to the operating intructions of the viewfinder.)

Parts and their functions

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TALLY switch

This is used to control the front tally lamp 7.

HIGH

: The brightness of the front tally lamp is

increased.

OFF

: The front tally lamp is turned off.

LOW

: The brightness of the front tally lamp is

reduced.

PEAKING control

This is used to adjust the outlines of the images seen inside the viewfinder to make focusing easier. Its adjustment does not affect the output signals of the camera.

CONTRAST control

This is used to adjust the contrast of the picture seen inside the viewfinder. Its adjustment does not affect the output signals of the camera.

BRIGHT control

This is used to adjust the brightness of the picture seen inside the viewfinder. Its adjustment does not affect the output signals of the camera.

Front tally lamp

This lamp is activated when the TALLY switch 3is set to the HIGH or LOW position, and it lights while the VTR unit is recording. It also flashes to provide a warning display like the REC lamp inside the viewfinder. The lamp’s brightness when it is lighted can be selected using the TALLY switch (HIGH or LOW).

Lever for securing the viewfinder in the back/front and sideways directions

This lever is loosened when the viewfinder position is to be adjusted in the back/front and/or sideways directions.

Eyepiece

Back tally lamp

This lamp lights while the VTR unit is recording. It also flashes to provide a warning display like the REC lamp inside the viewfinder. When the lever is set to OFF, the back tally lamp is hidden.

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Diopter adjustment ring

This is adjusted in line with the camera operator’s diopter in such a way that the user can see the image on the viewfinder screen most clearly.

Connecting plug

Locking ring

Microphone holder

Viewfinder stopper screw

To detach the viewfinder from the camera, first loosen the stopper screw, and then remove the viewfinder.

Viewfinder (optional accessory)

While recording or playback is underway, pictures can be viewed through the viewfinder in black and white. The warning displays concerning the unit’s operation statuses and settings, messages, zebra patterns and markers (safety zone markers and center marker) can also be seen in the viewfinder.

ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch

This is used to display the zebra pattern in the viewfinder.

: The zebra pattern is displayed.

OFF

: The zebra pattern is not displayed.

When the unit is shipped, the zebra pattern is set so that an area of less than 85% is displayed with a video level of at least 70% or so. Using the setting menu, this area can be set between 50% and over 110% or at a constant level.

Synchro scan adjustment switches

These switches become effective when the shutter switch 7is set to ON and synchro scanning is selected. They are used to adjust the synchro scan speed. When the “–” switch is pressed, the shutter speed is reduced; conversely, when the “+” switch is pressed, it is increased. During personal computer monitor shooting, etc. adjust these switches to the positions where the horizontal bar noise inside the viewfinder is decreased.

WHITE BAL (white balance memory selector) switch PRST

: Set the switch to this position in cases where

there is not enough time to adjust the white balance. The 3200 K white balance value is stored in the memory. (This can be changed to 4300 K.)

A or B

: When the AUTO W/B BAL switch 6is set to

AWB, the white balance is automatically adjusted to match the setting position of the CC FILTER control 1, and the adjustment

value is stored in memory A or memory B. When the CC FILTER control and the WHITE BAL switch are set to the same positions as they were when adjustment was performed, the adjustment value stored in the memory is recalled, and the unit is automatically adjusted to the white balance that corresponds to this value. If this switch setting is changed while the menu display mode is set to “3” (default setting), the new setting will appear at the WHITE BAL switch display position on the viewfinder screen. (Example: “A”)

Shooting (recording)/playback function section (1)

CC FILTER/ND FILTER (filter selector) control

This is used to select the filter to match the light source which is illuminating the subject. If the control setting is changed while the menu display mode is set to “3” (default setting), the new setting will appear at the setting change message display area of the viewfinder screen.

The two types shown above are provided for filter combinations.

Control settings and filter selection

Parts and their functions

Examples of filter selection

Shooting conditions

CC filter

Sunrise, sunset, inside a studio

B (3200 K)

ND filter

1 (CLEAR)

Outdoors under a clear sky

C (4300 K) or D (6300 K)

2 (1/4 ND) or 3 (1/16 ND)

Outdoors under cloudy or rainy skies

D (6300 K)

1 (CLEAR) or 2 (1/4 ND)

Snowscapes, high mountains, seashores or other perfectly clear scenery

C (4300 K) or D (6300 K)

3 (1/16 ND) or 4 (1/64 ND)

CC FILTER control (large diameter) setting

CC filter selection

Cross filter

3200 K

4300 K

6300 K

ND FILTER control (small diameter) setting

ND filter selection

CLEAR (Transparent)

1/4 ND

1/16 ND

1/64 ND

Shooting (recording)/playback function section (2)

OUTPUT (output signal selector)/AUTO KNEE switch

This is used to select the video signals which are to be output from the camera unit to the VTR unit, viewfinder and video monitor. The AUTO KNEE function can be used when the pictures shot by the camera are selected.

GAIN (gain selector) switch

This is used to select the gain of the video amplifier in accordance with the lighting status during shooting. The gain values corresponding to the L, M and H settings are specified by the setting menu ahead of time. The settings at shipment are 0 dB for L, 6 dB for M, and 12 dB for H. If this switch setting is changed while the display mode is set to “3,” the new setting will appear at the gain display position on the viewfinder screen. (Example: “12 dB”)

AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white balance/black balance adjustment) switch AWB

: This is selected when the white balance is to

be adjusted automatically. When the WHITE BAL switch (3) is set to “A or B” at this time, the adjusted value will be stored in memory A or memory B.

ABB

: This is selected for automatically adjusting the

black balance. The adjusted value is stored in a dedicated

memory. Black shading is automatically corrected when SHD and ABB SW CTRL on the OPTION screen of CAM MAIN MENU 4 are set to ON and the AUTO W/B BAL switch is pressed continuously for 8 seconds or more on the ABB side.

Parts and their functions

OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch setting position

BARS

Color bar signals are output. The AUTO KNEE circuit is not activated. Use this position in the following circumstances.

When the video monitor is to be adjusted

When the color bar signals are to be recorded

CAM. AUTO KNEE OFF

The pictures shot by the camera are output. The AUTO KNEE circuit is not activated. MANUAL KNEE is selected as the default setting.

CAM. AUTO KNEE ON

The pictures shot by the camera are output. The AUTO KNEE circuit is activated.

AUTO KNEE function

If the level is adjusted to people or scenery for shooting when the background is very bright, the background becomes subject to white-out, causing the buildings and scenery in the background to be blurred. When the AUTO KNEE function is activated in a situation like this, the background can be reproduced distinctly. This function is very effective for shooting in the following situations.

When shooting people in the shade under a clear sky

When shooting people inside a vehicle or a building and outdoor scenery seen through windows at the same time

When shooting scenes with a high contrast

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<Note>

When white balance or black balance are being automatically adjusted and the switch is pressed again to either the AWB side or to the ABB side, the automatic adjustment for the side pressed will be stopped. The adjusted value in this case is the value before automatic adjustment was performed.

Shooting (recording)/playback function section (3)

SHUTTER switch

This is set to ON when the electronic shutter is to be used. When the SEL side is pressed, the shutter speed and mode display are changed in the range which was set ahead of time in the setting menu. If this switch setting is changed while the display mode is set to “2” or “3,” the new setting will appear at the shutter display position on the viewfinder screen. (Example: “: 1/120”, “: 50%”)

ECU REMOTE (remote control) connector (6pin)

The AJ-EC3 extension control unit (optional accessory) is connected here.

<Note>

Before connecting or disconnecting the remote control cable, be absolutely sure to set the POWER switches on the unit and extension control unit to the OFF position.

HD SDI OUT connector (BNC)

The HD SDI signals (video and audio) for the monitor in accord with the position of the MONITOR OUT SDI switch :are output from here. When the SDI switch is at “EE/PB,” the EE video and EE audio signals will be output during recording and the playback video and playback audio signals will be output during playback. When the SDI switch is at “EE,” the camera video signals are output at all times. When the CHARACTER switch is set to ON while performing the menu settings, it is possible to superimpose the setting menus onto the pictures being shot so that they can be checked on the monitor screen. The user’s bit is also output from the HD SDI OUT connector. The active frame information is output in the least significant digit of the user’s bit while the frame rate information is output in its lower third and fourth digits.

<Note>

In order for the time code that matches the playback time code, which is output from the HD SDI OUT connector, to be output from the TC OUT connector, set the SDI switch to “EE/PB,” and select “TCG/TCR” as the TC OUT item setting on the TC/UB screen.

Parts and their functions

Shooting (recording)/playback function section (4)

SDI switch

This is used to select the video and audio signals which are to be output from the HD SDI OUT connector and the audio signals which are to be output from the AUDIO OUT connectors.

EE/PB

: During playback, the playback video and

playback audio signals are output; in all other modes, the EE video and EE audio signals are output.

: The EE video and EE audio signals are

output at all times.

OFF

: Signal output is stopped. (This serves

effectively as a power-conserving mode.)

<Note>

With the settings at shipment, this function does not work at the OFF position when a cable is connected to the HD SDI OUT connector. For further details, refer to the FUNCTION screen (page 97) of the VTR menu. During recording, the HD SDI OUT output signals cannot be switched from ON to OFF or vice versa. The status set prior to the commencement of recording is maintained.

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CHARACTER switch

This controls whether the characters are to be superimposed onto the pictures which are output from the HD SDI OUT connector.

: The characters are superimposed.

OFF

: The characters are not superimposed.

VTR START button

When this is pressed, recording starts; when it is pressed again, recording stops. This button functions in the same way as the lens VTR button.

VTR SAVE/STBY (tape protection) switch

This is used to select the power supply mode when the VTR has temporarily stopped recording (REC PAUSE mode).

SAVE

: This is the tape protection mode. The

cylinder is stopped in the half-loading status. Less power is consumed than at the STBY position, and the operating time provided by the battery is prolonged. Compared with the STBY position, it takes longer for recording to commence after the VTR START button

has been pressed. When the switch is set to this position, the VTR SAVE lamp inside the viewfinder lights.

STBY

: At this position, recording is commenced as

soon as the VTR START button is pressed.

<Note>

When the prescribed amount of time has elapsed in the STBY mode, the unit is automatically set to the SAVE mode. To return the unit to the STBY mode, set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE, and then again to the STBY position.

Parts and their functions

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Shooting (recording)/playback function section (5)

PLAY/PAUSE button

This is pressed to view the playback picture on the viewfinder screen or using a color video monitor. The button’s lamp comes on during playback. When it is pressed during playback, the unit is set to pause in the playback mode (PLAY PAUSE), and the button’s lamp flashes. If the unit is left in the pause mode for two minutes, it automatically changes to the stop (STOP) mode.

STOP button

This is pressed to stop the tape travel.

EMERGENCY screw (inside rubber cap)

If the cassette does not eject even when the EJECT button is pressed, use a screwdriver or similar implement to push and turn the EMERGENCY screw at the same time: this will cause the cassette to be ejected.

Parts and their functions

MODE CHECK button

While this button is held down, the camera’s setting mode is shown in the viewfinder. This does not affect the output signals of the camera.

USER 1 and USER 2 buttons

A user setting can be allocated to each of these buttons using the setting menu. When a button is pressed, the user setting mode allocated to it is selected. When the button is pressed again, the selected mode is released.

EJECT button

This is pressed to insert or eject the cassette.

REW button

This is pressed to rewind the tape. The button’s lamp comes on during rewinding. When it is pressed during playback, the tape will be reviewed (rewound and played back) at about twice the regular speed while the button is held down.

FF button

This is pressed to fast forward the tape. The button’s lamp comes on during fast forwarding. When it is pressed during playback, the tape will be cued (fast forwarded and played back) at about twice the regular speed while the button is held down.

Warning/status display section

Back tally lamp (unit)

When the back tally switch 2is set to ON, this lamp serves the same function as the front tally lamp in the viewfinder.

Back tally switch

This is used to control the unit’s back tally lamp 1.

: The unit’s back tally lamp is operational.

OFF

: The unit’s back tally lamp is not operational.

WARNING lamp

When a problem of some form or other occurs within the VTR unit, this lamp flashes or lights.

LIGHT switch ON

: The display window 5is illuminated.

OFF

: The illumination of the display window is

turned off.

Display window

This displays the alarms, remaining battery charge, audio levels, time data, etc. relating to the VTR unit.

Parts and their functions

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Menu operation section

Setup card insertion slot

The setup card, available as an optional accessory, is inserted into this slot.

MENU button

When this is pressed, the camera unit’s user menu screen, which was set at the time of shipment, appears. When it is pressed again, the VTR unit’s user menu screen appears. When it is pressed once more, the menu screen display is cleared. The selection of the menu for the user menu can be changed on the USER MENU SELECT screen.

JOG dial button

When this dial button is turned while the menu screen is displayed, the cursor is moved to each of the setting items. The menu items are set by operating this dial button. There are two types of menus, MAIN and SUB, and each menu is displayed on a page-by-page basis. The menu configuration can be changed to suit the desired objective. For details on the menu operation method, refer to “Menu operations” on pages 72 to 74.

Parts and their functions

When the power is turned on

Status display

Camera unit’s user menu

VTR unit’s user menu

Press the MENU button.

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Time code related section (1)

GENLOCK IN connector (BNC)

Supply the analog HD reference signal to this connector for gen-locking the camera unit or when externally locking the time code.

TC IN connector (BNC)

Supply the time code which will serve as the reference to this connector when externally locking the time code.

TC OUT connector (BNC)

To lock the time code of an external VTR to the unit’s time code, connect this connector to the time code input (TC IN) connector on the external VTR.

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“+” button, “–” button

These are used to increment or decrement by 1 the figure in the digit which was made to flash by the SHIFT button 8when the time code or user’s bit is to be set.

SHIFT button

This causes the digit to be set to flash when the time code or user’s bit is to be set.

TCG (time code selector) switch

This is used to set the running mode of the built-in time code generator.

F-RUN

: Set here to have the time code run all the

time regardless of the VTR’s operation. This position is used to align the time code with the time or externally lock the time code.

SET

: Set here when the time code or user’s bit is

to be set.

R-RUN

: Set here to have the time code run only

during recording. The time code on the tape with scene-toscene continuity is recorded continuously.

Time code related section (2)

HOLD button

The time data display of the counter display section which was on the screen at the moment when this button is pressed is held. (However, the time code generator keeps running.) When the button is pressed again, the hold status is released. It is used, for instance, to find out the time at which a particular scene was shot.

<Note>

If the HOLD button is pressed and held down while the DISPLAY switch 6has been set to UB, “HOLD” on the counter display flashes, and the button functions to display the VITC user’s bit information recorded in the video AUX area on the counter display section.

RESET button

This is used to reset the time data on the counter display section to “00:00:00:00.” If it is pressed while the TCG switch 9is at the SET position, the time code data and user’s bit data are respectively reset to “00:00:00:00.”

DISPLAY switch

This is used to display the time code, CTL or user’s bit on the counter display section depending on the setting positions of this switch and the TCG switch

: The user’s bit is displayed.

: The time code is displayed.

CTL

: CTL is displayed.

Parts and their functions

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Power supply

Using the Anton/Bauer battery pack

A battery pack or an AC power source can be used as this unit’s power supply.

To use the battery pack, there is a choice of three makes of batteries, namely:

Panasonic

Anton/Bauer

Sony

<Note>

Batteries of other makes can also be supported by changing the setting menu but no guarantees are made for the system when they are actually used with this unit.

Before using the battery pack, recharge the battery using the battery charger. (For details on the recharging method, refer to the operating instructions of the battery concerned.)

<Note>

An intelligent battery system and ultra light system are supported. The remaining battery charge displayed inside the viewfinder is usually shown as a percentage of the full charge, but when the battery charge is nearly completely dissipated, the percentage display is replaced with a voltage display.

Attach the battery pack. Insert the pack in the direction shown by the arrows, and then slide it into position.

To detach the battery, pull the battery mount removal lever all the way down, and slide the battery pack in the direction shown by the arrow.

Power output socket for lighting

Lighting control switch

Removal lever

Battery pack

Power supply

Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 battery pack

<Notes>

Do not pull the rubber cap forcefully.

When mounting the battery case, take care not to pinch the connecting cord.

Detach the battery mount.

Attach the AU-M402H battery case. Open the battery case cover, and raise it above the rubber cap: screw holes will now be visible. Tighten the screws using a screwdriver, then attach the case to the unit and tighten the screws fully.

Connect the AU-M402H battery case connector with the connector on the unit.

Connect the plug on the battery pack to the connector inside the case, and insert the battery pack.

<Note>

Before connecting or disconnecting the plug, be absolutely sure to turn off the unit’s power.

Power supply

Using the Sony NP-1 battery pack

<Note>

When mounting the battery holder, take care not to pinch the connecting cord.

Detach the battery mount. See page 22.

Attach the accessory battery mounting connector.

Attach the Sony battery holder. As shown in the figure, attach the battery case with the cover detached and then the detached cover.

Tighten the mounting screws.

Tighten the power contact screws.

Insert the top of the detached cover in the direction shown by the arrows.

Align the holes in the bottom of the cover (metal part) with the holes at the bottom of the case, and use the battery holder screws to attach the case to the battery mounting connector.

Using the Sony BP-90 battery pack

Attach the accessory battery mounting connector.

Attach the battery case for the BP-90.

1. Tighten the mounting screws.

2. Tighten the power contact screws.

3. Insert the top of the detached cover in the direction shown by the arrows.

4. Align the holes in the bottom of the cover (metal part) with the holes at the bottom of the case, and use the screws to attach the case.

Using an AC power supply

When the AJ-B75 AC adapter is used

<Notes>

Check the pin signals of the EXT DC IN socket when using an external power supply other than the AJ-B75 AC adapter. (DC 12 V, 8.5 A)

Power from the AC adapter takes precedence when both a battery pack and AC adapter have been connected.

When using the AC adapter, be absolutely sure to first set the power of the AC adapter to ON and then set the unit’s power switch to ON. If the power is turned on in the reverse sequence, the output voltage of the AC adapter will rise gradually, and the unit may malfunction as a result.

Connect the DC OUT connector on the AJ-B75 AC adapter to the EXT DC IN socket on the unit.

EXT DC IN socket

Set the power of the AC adapter to ON.

Set the unit’s power switch to ON.

Pin no. Signal

1 GND

2, 3

4 +12 V

Power supply

<Notes>

Before connecting or disconnecting the plug, be absolutely sure to turn off the unit’s power.

When attaching the battery case or holder, take care not to pinch the connecting cord.

Using the Sony BP-L60/L90 lithiumion battery

Attach the accessory battery mounting connector. (Refer to the previous page.)

Attach the battery holder for the lithium-ion battery.

1. As shown in the figure, detach the battery clamp, and attach the holder using the mounting screws.

2. Tighten the power contact screws.

3. Attach the battery clamp.

Battery clamp

Attaching the lens

Raise the lever for securing the lens, and detach the mount cap.

Align the center mark of the lens with the groove in the top center of the lens mount, and attach the lens.

Push down the lever for securing the lens to secure the lens.

Push the cable into the cable clamp, and connect it to the LENS socket.

<Notes>

For details on handling the lens, refer to the operating instructions which accompany the lens.

The following lens adjustments and camera adjustments may be necessary depending on the lens mounted.

1. Lens flange back adjustment

2. Lens auto iris operating speed adjustment

3. Lens white shading adjustment (performed on the unit)

Lever for securing the lens

Mark

LENS socket

Mount cap

Adjusting the lens flange

If the subject is not focused properly in the telephoto and wide-angle modes during zoom operations, adjust the flange back (distance from the lens mounting surface to the image-forming surface). Once this adjustment is done, it need not be redone unless the lens is replaced.

Adjustment method

Attach the lens to the camera. At this stage, do not forget to connect the lens cable.

Set the lens aperture to manual and open the aperture.

Set the lighting in such a way that the appropriate video output level is achieved at a distance of about 3 meters away from the chart used for the flange back adjustment. If the video level is too high, use the filters and shutter.

Loosen the screw securing the F.f (flange focus) ring.

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On some lenses, this may be marked as F.b (flange back) ring.

Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position either manually or electrically.

Shoot the chart used for the flange back adjustment, and turn the distance ring to adjust the focus.

Set the zoom ring to the wide-angle position, and turn the F.f ring to adjust the focus. Take care not to move the distance ring during this process.

Tighten the screw securing the F.f ring.

Repeat steps 5to 7until the focus is adjusted at both the telephoto and wide-angle positions.

<Note>

For details on the adjustment method and lens positions, refer also to the operating instructions that accompany the lens.

Approx. 3 meters

Adjusting the white shading

Follow the procedure outlined below when the white shading needs to be re-adjusted.

Adjustment method

<Notes>

The method below can be used for the white shading adjustments with most lenses. However, with some very special lenses, a different adjustment method may be necessary.

Even when the white shading has been adjusted, tinting may occur in the vertical direction near the lens aperture open position. This is a phenomenon which is inherent to lenses and optical systems and is not indicative of malfunctioning.

SHUTTER: OFF

GAIN: L (0 dB)

JOG dial button

MENU button

Attach the lens to the camera. At this stage, do not forget to connect the lens cable.

Set the electronic shutter to OFF, and set the gain to “L (0 dB).”

If the lens is provided with an extender, disengage the extender function. Similarly, if the lens is provided with a ratio converter, disengage the ratio converter function.

Perform the menu operations (pages 72 to 74), and display the “VF DISPLAY” screen of CAM MAIN MENU 2.

Set ZEBRA1 DETECT to 70%, ZEBRA2 DETECT to 85% and ZEBRA2 to STOP. (Default setting mode)

Press the MENU button and close the menu screen.

Set the ZEBRA switch on the viewfinder to ON.

Shoot a sheet of white paper devoid of color irregularities.

<Note>

Since flicker tends to occur under fluorescent lights, mercury lamps and other such lights, use a source of light such as sunlight or a halogen lamp which does not tend to produce flicker.

Set the lens aperture to manual, and adjust the lens aperture in such a way that ZEBRA fills the whole screen. Check that the lens aperture is between F/4 and F/11.

<Notes>

Since unevenness in the lighting will make it impossible for ZEBRA to fill part of the screen, try adjusting the lighting position, etc.

Try adjusting the lighting position, etc. also when the lens aperture is not between F/4 and F/11.

Always be sure to leave the electronic shutter at OFF.

Adjusting the white shading

AUTO W/B BAL switch

WHITE BAL switch: “A” or “B”

Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to “A” or “B,” and initiate the automatic white balance (AWB) adjustment using the AUTO W/B BAL switch.

Initiate the automatic black balance (ABB) adjustment using the AUTO W/B BAL switch.

Initiate the automatic white balance (AWB) adjustment again using the AUTO W/B BAL switch.

Perform the menu operations (pages 72 to 74), and display the “WHITE SHADING” screen of CAM MAIN MENU 4.

Turn the JOG dial button to move the cursor to the DETECTION, and press the JOG dial button. “ACTIVE” now appears on the screen to indicate that the white shading is being automatically adjusted. The adjustment is completed when the “ACTIVE” display is cleared.

Press the MENU button to close the menu screen.

Repeat step 6.

If the lens is provided with an extender, engage the extender function, and repeat steps

to 9.

The white shading adjustment is now complete. The adjusted values are retained in the non-volatile memory so that there is no need to adjust the white shading again even after the unit’s power is turned off.

JOG dial button

MENU button

Adjusting the viewfinder

(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)

Attaching the viewfinder

Stopper screw

Check that the camera’s POWER switch is at OFF.

Connect the plug to the viewfinder connecting terminal.

<Note>

When connecting the plug to the viewfinder connecting terminal, push the plug firmly into place.

Push the viewfinder down.

Tighten the stopper screw firmly.

Detaching the viewfinder

Check that the camera’s POWER switch is at OFF.

Loosen the stopper screw, pull the viewfinder straight up, and draw it out.

<Note>

Use both hands to draw the viewfinder out. It may not be possible to remove the viewfinder smoothly with one hand, which may cause damage to it.

Disconnect the plug from the viewfinder connecting terminal.

Adjusting the viewfinder

(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)

Adjusting the viewfinder position

Pull up the lever for securing the viewfinder in the back/front and sideways directions to disengage the lock.

Loosen the lever for securing the viewfinder in the back/front and sideways directions.

Move the viewfinder in the back/front and sideways directions, and adjust its position.

Tighten the lever for securing the viewfinder in the back/front and sideways directions until it locks the viewfinder in place.

Lever

Viewfinder

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