Panasonic GP-US742CU, GP-US522HB, GP-US732H Operation Manual

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Operating Instructions

3 CCD Color Camera Head

Model Nos. GP-US522HB

GP-US732H

3 CCD Color Camera CCU

Model No. GP-US742CU

Lens : Purchased locally Cable: Option

The serial number of this product may be found on the top and bottom of the unit. You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

Model No. Serial No.

Caution:

• Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read the label on the surface of the product.

• Read the label on the surface of the product for identification, and the power ratings.

NOTE: 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.

FCC Caution: To assure continued compliance, (example use only shielded interface cables when connecting to computer or peripheral devices). Any changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user’s authority to operate this equipment.

For U.S.A

The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SA 1965

SA 1966

WARNING:

• To prevent fire or electric shock hazard, do not expose this appliance to rain or moisture. The appliance shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the appliance.

• All work related to the installation of this product should be made by qualified service personnel or system installers.

Wij verklaren als enige aansprakelijke, dat het product waarop deze verklaring betrekking heeft, voldoet aan de volgende normen of andere normatieve documenten, overeenkomstig de bepalingen van Richtlijnen 73/23/EEC en 89/336/EEC.

Vi erklærer os eneansvarlige for, at dette produkt, som denne deklaration omhandler, er i overensstemmelse med standarder eller andre normative dokumenter i følge bestemmelserne i direktivene 73/23/EEC og 89/336/EEC.

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Vi erklærer oss alene ansvarlige for at produktet som denne erklæringen gjelder for, er i overensstemmelse med følgende normer eller andre normgivende dokumenter som følger bestemmelsene i direktivene 73/23/EEC og 89/336/EEC.

We declare under our sole responsibility that the product to which this declaration relates is in conformity with the standards or other normative documents following the provisions of Directives EEC/73/23 and EEC/89/336.

Nosotros declaramos bajo nuestra única responsabilidad que el producto a que hace referencia esta declaración está conforme con las normas u otros documentos normativos siguiendo las estipulaciones de las directivas CEE/73/23 y CEE/89/336.

Noi dichiariamo sotto nostra esclusiva responsabilità che il prodotto a cui si riferisce la presente dichiarazione risulta conforme ai seguenti standard o altri documenti normativi conformi alle disposizioni delle direttive CEE/73/23 e CEE/89/336.

Wir erklären in alleiniger Verantwortung, daß das Produkt, auf das sich diese Erklärung bezieht, mit der folgenden Normen oder normativen Dokumenten übereinstimmt. Gemäß den Bestimmungen der Richtlinie 73/23/EEC und 89/336/EEC.

Nous déclarons sous note seule responsabilité que le produit auquel se réfère la présente déclaration est conforme aux normes ou autres documents normatifs conformément aux dispositions des directives CEE/73/23 et CEE/89/336.

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS

1) Read these instructions.

2) Keep these instructions.

3) Heed all warnings.

4) Follow all instructions.

5) Do not use this apparatus near water.

6) Clean only with dry cloth.

7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions.

8) Do not use near any heat sources such as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.

9) Do not misuse the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

10) Protect the power cord from being stepped on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenient receptacles and the points where they exit from the apparatus.

11) Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

12) Use only with the cart, stand, tripod, bracket, or table specified by the manufacturer, or sold with the apparatus. When a cart is used, use caution when moving the cart/apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip-overs.

13) Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time.

14) Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the apparatus has been damaged in any way, such as when the power-supply cord or plug is damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects have fallen into the apparatus, the apparatus has been exposed to rain or moisture, does not operate normally, or has been dropped.

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CONTENTS

IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS ........................................................................................................................................ 3

LIMITATION OF LIABILITY ........................................................................................................................................................... 5

DISCLAIMER OF WARRANTY ...................................................................................................................................................... 5

PRECAUTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................. 6

PREFACE ...................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

FEATURES .................................................................................................................................................................................... 7

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ...................................................................................................... 8

Camera Head ............................................................................................................................................................................ 8

Camera Control Unit ................................................................................................................................................................. 8

CONNECTIONS ............................................................................................................................................................................ 12

Mounting the Lens .................................................................................................................................................................... 13

SETUP .......................................................................................................................................................................................... 14

1. CAMERA SETUP MENU ........................................................................................................................................................ 14

2. SETUP OPERATION .............................................................................................................................................................. 14

SETTING PROCEDURES .............................................................................................................................................................. 16

1. Scanning Mode Setting (SCANNING MODE) ....................................................................................................................... 16

2. Camera Identification Setting (CAMERA ID) ......................................................................................................................... 16

3. Electronic Light Control Setting (ELC) .................................................................................................................................. 17

4. Electronic Shutter Speed Setting (SHUTTER) ....................................................................................................................... 19

5. Gain Control Setting (GAIN) .................................................................................................................................................. 19

6. Sensitivity Up Control Setting (SENS UP) ............................................................................................................................. 20

7. Electronic Zoom Setting (ELECTRIC ZOOM) ........................................................................................................................ 20

8. Freeze Control Setting (FREEZE) .......................................................................................................................................... 21

9. Black Balance Setting (BLACK BAL) .................................................................................................................................... 21

10. Synchronization Setting (SYNC) ......................................................................................................................................... 22

11. Scene File Setting (SCENE FILE) ........................................................................................................................................ 24

PREVENTION OF BLOOMING AND SMEAR ............................................................................................................................... 26

SPECIFICATIONS ......................................................................................................................................................................... 27

STANDARD ACCESSORIES ......................................................................................................................................................... 28

OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES .......................................................................................................................................................... 28

LIMITA TION OF LIABILITY

THIS PUBLICATION IS PROVIDED "AS IS" WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EITHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR PURPOSE, OR NON-INFRINGEMENT OF THE THIRD PARTY’S RIGHT.

DISCLAIMER OF W ARRANTY

IN NO EVENT SHALL MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC INDUSTRIAL CO., LTD. BE LIABLE TO ANY PARTY OR ANY PERSON, EXCEPT FOR REPLACEMENT OR REASONABLE MAINTENANCE OF THE PRODUCT, FOR THE CASES, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO BELOW:

(1) ANY DAMAGE AND LOSS, INCLUDING WITHOUT LIM-

ITATION, DIRECT OR INDIRECT, SPECIAL, CONSEQUENTIAL OR EXEMPLARY, ARISING OUT OF OR RELATING TO THE PRODUCT;

(2) PERSONAL INJURY OR ANY DAMAGE CAUSED BY

INAPPROPRIATE USE OR NEGLIGENT OPERATION OF THE USER;

(3) UNAUTHORIZED DISASSEMBLE, REPAIR OR MODIFI-

CATION OF THE PRODUCT BY THE USER;

(4) ANY PROBLEM, CONSEQUENTIAL INCONVENIENCE,

OR LOSS OR DAMAGE, ARISING OUT OF THE SYSTEM COMBINED BY THE DEVICES OF THIRD PARTY.

THIS PUBLICATION COULD INCLUDE TECHNICAL INACCURACIES OR TYPOGRAPHICAL ERRORS. CHANGES ARE ADDED TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN, AT ANY TIME, FOR THE IMPROVEMENTS OF THIS PUBLICATION AND/OR THE CORRESPONDING PRODUCT (S).

PRECAUTIONS

1. Do not attempt to disassemble the camera or camera control unit.

To prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. Ask a qualified service person for servicing.

2. Handle the camera and the camera control unit with care.

Do not abuse the camera and the camera control unit. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. The camera could be damaged by improper handling or storage.

3. Do not expose the camera or camera control unit to rain or moisture, or try to operate it in wet areas.

Turn the power off immediately and ask a qualified service person for servicing. Moisture can damage the camera and the camera control unit, and also create the danger of electric shock.

4. Do not drop anything inside the camera or camera control unit.

Dropping a metal part for example inside the camera and camera control unit could permanently damage the unit.

5. Do not crush or pinch the camera cable.

Avoid tight bends in the camera cable.

6. Never face the camera toward the sun.

Do not aim the camera at bright objects. Whether the camera is in use or not, never aim it at the sun or other extremely bright objects. Otherwise, blooming or smear may be caused.

7. Do not use strong or abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera or the camera control unit body.

Use a dry cloth to clean the camera or the camera control unit when dirty. In case the dirt is hard to remove, use a mild detergent and wipe gently.

8. Clean the faceplate with care.

Do not clean the faceplate with strong or abrasive detergents. Use lens tissue or a cotton tipped applicator and ethanol.

9. Put the lens cap on the camera after using the camera.

After using the camera, turn the power of the camera control unit off, and put the lens cap on the camera head.

10. Do not connect units other than the camera head to the GP-US742CU camera control unit.

Other connections may result in improper operation.

11. Do not operate the camera and the camera control unit beyond the specified temperature, humidity, or power source ratings.

Use the camera and the camera control unit under conditions where temperature is between 0°C - +45°C (32°F - 113°F), and humidity is below 90 %. The input power resource is 12 V DC.

12. Ask a qualified service person for installation.

All necessary procedures with regards to installation of this product should be made by qualified service person or system installer.

1. Connecting or disconnecting the camera cable to/from the camera control unit or camera head must be done after turning off the power of the camera control unit.

2. Use GP-CA522/4 (4 m/13 ft) camera cable only for connection between the camera head and camera control unit. Do not extend the cable.

Cautions

Panasonic's GP-US742CU and GP-US522HB/GP-US732H Industrial Digital Signal Processing Color 3-CCD Camera overcomes space limitations that have complicated many video applications. The GP-US522HB/732H incorporates Three 380 000-pixel Interline Transfer CCDs for NTSC (Three 440 000-pixel Interline Transfer CCDs for PAL) to give you a remarkable 800 lines (750 lines for GP-US732H) at center of horizontal resolution and a S/N ratio is 62 dB. Using the GP-US742CU

together with the GP-US732H makes possible to generate images of higher vertical resolutions with a lesser blur and flicker by means of the progressive drive. This means a color picture with high visual information content, for excellent image detail. Because it features digital signal processing, the GPUS742CU and GP-US522HB/GP-US732H provides an exceptionally stable picture.

PREF ACE

FEATURES

1. High-performance micro prism optical system with three IT CCDs

2. 800 lines of horizontal resolution for GP-US522HB and 750 lines for GP-US732H

3. Signal to noise ratio of 62 dB

4. Minimum scene illumination with +12 dB gain of 5 lx at F2.8 for GP-US522HB and 7 lx at F2.8 for GP-US732H (interlace drive at center)

5. Auto Tracing White Balance (ATW), Auto White Balance Control (AWC) or Manual White Balance Control are selectable

6. Automatic Setting of Black Balance (ABC) or Manual Setting

7. Gen-Lock capability

8. SMPTE color bar generator for NTSC (EBU color bar generator for PAL)

9. Automatic Gain Control (AGC) and Electronic Light Control (ELC) are available

10. Automatic (AUTO), Step (STEP) and Manual (MANU) setting of Electronic shutter modes are selectable

11. 12 V DC operation

12. RGB/YPbPr and S-Video Outputs

13. 2 SCENE files are selectable

MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

Camera Head

1. Lens Mount

This is used to attach the special C-mount lens for GPUS522HB and the C-mount lens for GP-US732H.

2. Camera Cable Connector

This 24-pin connector is used to connect the optional camera cable GP-CA522/4 to the camera control unit.

3. Camera Mounting Screw Hole

This hole (1/4" - 20) is used to mount the camera onto a mounting bracket.

4. Power ON/OFF Switch (DC POWER ON/OFF)

This switch turns the power of this unit and the power supply for the camera head on or off. The indicator on this switch lights up green when the power switch is turned on.

5. Automatic/Manual Gain Selector Switch (GAIN HIGH/LOW/OFF)

This selector is used to select the gain of video amplifier as follows. The mode can be selected in the SET UP menu. Refer to page 19.

Camera Control Unit

[Front Panel]

MODE POSITION OF SW GAIN

HIGH Maximum +12 dB

AUTO LOW Maximum +6 dB

OFF 0 dB HIGH +12 dB (Fixed)

MANU LOW +6 dB (Fixed)

OFF 0 dB

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DC POWER

GAIN HIGH LOW

CAM BAR

OFF

ATW AWC

PAGE ITEM

MANU

(FREEZE) (AWC) (ABC)

OFF

ELC

LEVEL

CAMERA

GP-US742

SCENE

GAIN

(E-ZOOM)

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6. Camera/Color Bar Selector (CAM/BAR)

This selector is used to select either the video signal or the SMPTE color bar signal (the EBU color bar signal for PAL) which is output from the video output connector (VIDEO), YC (S-VIDEO) output connector or RGB/ YPbPr (D-SUB. 9-pin) output connector.

CAM:The video signal from the camera is output. BAR (For NTSC models): The SMPTE color bar signal

is output.

BAR (For PAL models): The EBU color bar signal is

output. Set this switch to BAR when making video monitor adjustments and recording the color bar signal.

7. White Balance Selector (ATW/AWC/MANU)

This selector is used to select one of the following white balance modes. ATW: In this mode, the color temperature is monitored

continuously and thereby white balance is set auto-

matically. AWC: In this mode, accurate white balance is obtained.

The white balance settings are as follows:

1. Aim the camera at white chart.

2. Press the ITEM (AWC) button on the front panel to set the white balance.

3. When the auto white balance is completed, the auto warning indicator first blinks and then goes off.

If the auto warning indicator remains lit, repeat the above procedure for setting the auto white balance.

Notes:

• The auto white balance settings are not available when displaying a freeze frame picture or an enlarged picture using the

B/E-ZOOM button.

• Before performing the auto white balance settings, display normal pictures first by releasing the displayed freeze frame picture or the enlarged picture.

MANU: The white balance can be adjusted manually

with the red gain (R GAIN) and blue gain (B GAIN) controls.

Note: When the "SCANNING MODE" setting is

changed, it is necessary to set or adjust the white balance settings again.

8. Auto Warning Indicator

This indicator blinks while the white balance or black balance is being automatically set. This indicator lights continuously when the white balance or black balance is set improperly. In this case, follow the auto white balance or black balance setting procedure.

9. Red and Blue Gain Controls (R/B GAIN)

These controls are used to manually adjust the white balance. These controls only work when the white balance selection switch (ATW/AWC/MANU) is set to MANU. Turn the controls clockwise to increase the red and blue signal levels, and counterclockwise to decrease.

10. Page Button (PAGE/FREEZE)

This button is used to display the SET UP menu by pressing it for 2 seconds or more, and to change the parameters in the SET UP menu. When "ON" is selected for "FREEZE" on the SET UP menu, pressing this button for less than 2 seconds makes this button work as the FREEZE button in order to display a freeze frame picture.

11. Item Button (ITEM/AWC)

While the SET UP menu is displayed, this button is used to move the cursor to the downward. Normally, when the white balance selection switch (ATW/AWC/MANU) is set to AWC, this button is used to set the automatic white balance control (AWC).

12. Left Button (A/ABC)

While the SET UP menu is displayed, this button is used to move the cursor to the left. Normally, this button is used to set the automatic black balance control (ABC).

13. Right Button (B/E-ZOOM)

While the SET UP menu is displayed, this button is used to move the cursor to the right in the SET UP menu. When "ON" is selected for "ELECTRIC ZOOM" on the SET UP menu, normally this button works as the ELECTRIC ZOOM button in order to enlarge a picture up to x2.5.

14. Scene File Selector (SCENE)

This selector is used to select the scene files.

15. Electronic Light Control ON/OFF Selector (ELC ON/OFF)

This selector is used to select the electronic light control from followings. ON: Enables Electronic Light Control (ELC) mode and

disables Electronic Shutter Speed (SHUTTER) mode.

OFF: Enables Electronic Shutter Speed (SHUTTER)

mode and disables Electronic Light Control (ELC) mode.

Note: Confirm the setting of the ELC and SHUTTER

parameters on the SET UP menu.

16. Brightness Control (LEVEL)

This control is used to set the target value of brightness in the following cases:

• When the position of the ELC ON/OFF switch is "ON"

• When "AUTO" is selected for "GAIN" on the SET UP menu

• When "AUTO" is selected for "SENS UP" on the SET UP menu

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