Sony HDC-3100 User Manual

Fiber Color Camera

HDC3100

4-745-633-11 (1)

Triax Color Camera

HDC3170

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.

© 2018 Sony Corporation

Table of Contents

Overview..................................................................... 3

Supported Formats ..........................................................3

System Configuration.......................................................4

Locations and Functions of Parts............................ 6

Accessory Attachments....................................................6

Controls and Connectors .................................................7

Preparations............................................................. 11

Attaching a Lens ............................................................11

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length.................................11

Attaching a Viewfinder ...................................................11

Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt (Supplied) ....................12

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position..............................13

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ..................................13

Adjustments and Settings for Shooting ................ 14

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance ...........14

Setting the Electronic Shutter.........................................16

Setting the Focus Assist Functions ................................16

Setting the Focus Position Meter Function ....................18

Setting the Camera Outputs ................................... 19

Viewfinder Screen Status Display.......................... 20

Menu Operations ..................................................... 21

Starting Menu Operations ..............................................21

Selecting Pages .............................................................22

Setting the Menu Items ..................................................23

Editing the USER Menu .................................................23

Menu List .................................................................. 27

Menu Tree......................................................................27

OPERATION Menu ........................................................32

PAINT Menu...................................................................40

MAINTENANCE Menu ...................................................43

FILE Menu......................................................................46

DIAGNOSIS Menu .........................................................48

Appendix .................................................................. 50

Precautions ....................................................................50

Digital Triax Transmission (HDC3170)...........................50

Error Messages..............................................................51

Using a USB Drive ................................................... 52

Specifications .......................................................... 53

HDC3100/3170 ..............................................................53

Optional Accessories/Related Equipment......................53

Dimensions ....................................................................55

2

Overview

The HDC3100/3170 are color cameras equipped with a newly developed 2/3 inch CMOS sensor with global shutter for F12 (1080/

59.94i)/F13 (1080/50i) high sensitivity and 62 dB high signal-to-noise ratio.
The HDC3100 supports operation as a studio camera when connected with an HDCU3100
HDCU2000-seriesc) Camera Control Unit (CCU) using a fiber cable.
The HDC3170 supports operation as a studio camera when connected with an HDCU3170 using a triax cable.

a) Use HDCU3100 software version 2.00 or later.

b) Install the HKCU-FB30 Optical Fiber Connector Kit (option).

c) Use HDCU2000-series software version 3.30 or later.

Note

Before starting system operation, check that the software version and ROM version of the unit and system devices meet the
version requirements.

Supported Formats

The unit supports 1080-59.94i, 1080-50i, 720-59.94P, and 720-50P formats as standard.
(The HDC3170 supports 1080-59.94P and 1080-50P formats as standard.)
You can extend the formats that are supported by installing the following camera operating software (option).

For details, contact a Sony service or sales representative.

Camera operating software Extended formats

HZC-PRV50/PRV50M/PRV50W 1080-59.94P

1080-50P

HZC-PSF50/PSF50M/PSF50W 1080-24PsF

1080-23.98PsF

1080-25PsF

1080-29.97PsF

a)

, HDCU3170b), or

Notes

• HZC-PRV50M/PSF50M are 30-day software licenses.

• HZC-PRV50W/PSF50W are 7-day software licenses.

• HZC-PSF50/PSF50M/PSF50W cannot be installed on the HDC3170.

3

System Configuration

Lens
(for ENG/EFP)

VCT-14 Tripod
Attachment

Tripod

HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
Viewfinder

HDC3100

Optical fiber cable

a)

CAC-6
Return Video Selector

Intercom headset

CAC-12
Microphone
Holder

Microphone

HDVF-EL20
HDVF-EL30
Viewfinder

HDCU3100, HDCU3170

c)

Camera Control Unit

b)

a) Signal transfer up to a maximum of 2 km is possible.

However, the actual transfer distance may vary
depending on the system configuration of the
cameras and the type of optical fiber cables used.

b) Set the signal transmission rate for the camera to

connect using the following menu item on the
camera control unit.
SYSTEM CONFIG t <CAMERA I/F> t
FIBER TRANSMIT RATE
For details, refer to the operation manual of the
camera control unit.

c) To use the HDCU3170, install the HKCU-FB30

Optical Fiber Connector Kit.

USB drive

RCP-1500/1000 series
Remote Control Panel

MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit

Sync signal input

Return video input

Intercom
microphone
input

Video
monitor

Waveform
monitor

Video router

2K video
monitor

BNC

CCA-5

LAN cable

LAN

cable

Hub

Hub

HKCU1001/1003/

2007/2040

HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit

HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit

RCP-1500/1000 series
Remote Control Panel

Video
monitor

Waveform
monitor

Video router

CCA-5

LAN cable

RCP-1500/1000
series
Remote Control
Panel

CCA-5

BNC

HKCU1001/1003/

2007/2040

LAN cable

MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit

Note

Production of some of the peripherals and related devices shown in the figures has been discontinued. For advice on choosing
devices, please contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales representative.

Connection example (optical fiber transmission)

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Connection example (digital triax)

a) Signal transfer up to a maximum of 1.8 km is possible. However, the actual transfer distance may vary depending on the system

configuration of the cameras and the type of triax cables used.
For details, see page 50.

b) Set the signal protocol using the following menu item on the camera control unit.

SYSTEM CONFIG t <CAMERA I/F> t TRIAX TRANSMIT
For details, refer to the operation manual of the camera control unit.

Lens
(for ENG/EFP)

VCT-14 Tripod
Attachment

Tripod

HDVF-EL75/L750/L770
Viewfinder

HDC3170

Triax cable

a)

CAC-6
Return Video Selector

Intercom headset

CAC-12
Microphone
Holder

Microphone

HDVF-EL20
HDVF-EL30
Viewfinder

HDCU3170

b)

Camera Control Unit

USB drive

RCP-1500/1000 series
Remote Control Panel

MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit

Sync signal input

Return video input

Intercom
microphone
input

Video
monitor

Waveform
monitor

Video router

2K video
monitor

BNC

CCA-5

LAN cable

LAN

cable

Hub

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Locations and Functions of Parts

A

B

C

D
E

F
G

H

I
J

K

L

M

N

O

Accessory Attachments

a VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin)

Connect the cable of the viewfinder (not supplied).

b Shoulder strap fitting post

Attach one end of a shoulder strap (not supplied) to this fitting
post, and the other end to the fitting post on the other side of
the camera.

k Tripod mount

Attach the VCT-14 Tripod Attachment when mounting the
camera on a tripod.

l Camera number

Insert the supplied camera number label to display the camera
number.

m Shoulder pad

You can adjust the position so that you can get the best
balance for shooting with the camera on your shoulder.

For details, see “Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position” on
page 13.

n Microphone holder attachment

Use to attach a CAC-12 Microphone Holder.

For details, refer to the microphone holder operation manual.

o V-wedge shoe attachment points

Attach a V-wedge shoe here to mount an HDVF-EL75/L750/
L770 Viewfinder.

c Accessory shoe

To attach an accessory using a 1/4-inch screw.

d Viewfinder left-right positioning ring

Loosen this ring to adjust the viewfinder position towards the
left or right.

e Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever

Unlock the front-rear positioning lever to adjust the viewfinder
position towards the front or rear, then lock in the desired
position.

For details on adjusting the viewfinder position, see “Attaching
a Viewfinder” on page 11.

f Lens cable clamp

To secure the cable of the lens (not supplied).

g Lens fixing lever

To secure the lens in the lens mount.

h Lens mount cap

The cover can be removed by moving the lens fixing lever
upwards. Always keep the lens mount covered with this cap
when a lens is not attached.

i Lens mount

To attach a lens.

j LENS connector (12-pin)

Connect the lens cable. The camera can control the lens
functions through this cable.

Note

Select either the front or rear V-wedge shoe attachment points
to attach the V-wedge shoe. If the front position is used, it may
restrict the tilt/pan angle available for the viewfinder.

For details about attachment, refer to the operation manual of
the viewfinder.

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Controls and Connectors

a
b

c

e

d

f
g
h

i
j

k

Front right

a INCOM1 (intercom 1) button

The intercom 1 microphone is turned ON while this button is
held pressed.
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

When the camera’s video signal is being used as output, the
auto knee function may be used.
The relationship between the switch setting and the output
signal and auto knee function is shown in the table below.

OUTPUT AUTO KNEE Function

BARS OFF Output is a color bar signal.

CAM OFF Output is the camera’s video signal.

The auto knee circuit is disabled.

CAM ON Output is the camera’s video signal.

The auto knee circuit is enabled.

h WHITE BAL (white balance memory selection) switch

To select the white balance adjustment method or the memory
used to store the adjusted value when the camera is used in
standalone status without connecting a camera control unit.

PRST (preset): White balance is adjusted to a preset value

corresponding to a color temperature of 3200K.

A or B: Selects memory A or B.

i DISPLAY switch

The functions of the DISPLAY switch are as follows:
DISPLAY: Characters and messages showing the camera

settings and operating status may be displayed on the
viewfinder screen.

OFF: Status messages will not appear on the viewfinder

screen.

MENU: Menus for camera settings will be displayed on the

viewfinder screen.

b RET 1 (return video 1) button

The return video 1 signal from the camera control unit is
monitored on the viewfinder screen while this button is
pressed. It function the same as the RET 1 button on the side
(page 8) and RET/ASSIGNABLE button A on the operation
panel on the rear of the camera (page 9).
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

c ASSIGN (assignable) A, B, C, D switches

You can assign a function using the menu displayed on the
viewfinder screen.
You can also display the assigned function name by attaching
the corresponding label (supplied) for the assigned function.

d Filter select control

Turn the knob to select the internal filter setting.

e AUTO W/B BAL (white and black balance automatic

adjustment) switch

To automatically adjust white and black balance when the
camera is used in standalone status without connecting to the
camera control unit.

WHT: Automatically adjust white balance.
BLK: Automatically adjust black balance.

f GAIN switch

To select the gain of the video amplifier based on lighting
conditions when the camera is used in standalone status
without connecting a camera control unit.
When shipped from the factory, the values set are L = 0 dB,
M = 6 dB, and H = 12 dB.

j STATUS/CANCEL switch
STATUS: When no menu is displayed on the viewfinder

screen, the status information of this camera is displayed.

CANCEL: When a menu is displayed on the viewfinder

screen, you can cancel any changed settings or return
the display to the previous menu.

k MENU SEL (menu select) knob/ENTER button (rotary

encoder)

To select settings from menus displayed on the viewfinder
screen (by rotating the knob) and to confirm settings (by
pushing the button).
You can change the ECS frequency by pushing the ENTER
button when no menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Make sure that the camera is used in standalone status
without connecting a camera control unit, and the shutter
mode is set to ECS. When the camera is used in standalone
status and the shutter mode is set to other than ECS, the VF
DETAIL function can be adjusted.

Note

When a camera control unit or a remote control device, such
as an MSU or RCP-series Remote Control Panel, is
connected, the functions of 5 to 8 are controlled from the
external control device and the controls on the camera are
disabled.

g OUTPUT (output signal selection)/AUTO KNEE switch

To select the signal (color bar signal or camera’s video signal)
to be used as output to the viewfinder or a video monitor when
the camera is used in standalone status without connecting a
camera control unit.

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Front left

a

b

c
d

f

e

g

b

c
d

e

f

a

Operation panel
(page 9)

Shoulder strap fitting
post (page 6)

Connector panel
(page 9)

a DC power supply out connector (2-pin)

Supplies power to an external device up to 2.5 A.

Rear

b RET 1 (return video 1) button

The return video 1 signal from the camera control unit is
monitored on the viewfinder screen while this button is
pressed. It function the same as the RET 1 button on the
handle (page 7) and RET/ASSIGNABLE button A on the
operation panel on the rear of the camera (page 9).
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

c MIC 1 IN (microphone 1 input) connector (XLR 3-pin)

Connect a microphone.
This connector and the AUDIO IN CH-1 connector (page 10)
on the operation panel on the rear of the camera are
alternately activated with the CH1 audio input select switch
(page 10).

d MIC (microphone) power switch
+48V: To supply a power of +48 V to the connected

microphone.

OFF: Not to supply a power to the connected microphone.

e SHUTTER switch

For setting the electronic shutter functions when the camera is
used in standalone status without connecting a camera control
unit.

OFF: The electronic shutter does not function.
ON: The electronic shutter is activated.
SEL: The shutter speed and shutter mode change each time

the switch is set to this position.

For details, see “Setting the Electronic Shutter” on page 16.

f INTERCOM LEVEL control

To adjust the intercom/earphone volume level.
The intercom level adjustment is enabled when the
INTERCOM LEVEL switch (page 9) on the rear of the camera
is set to “FNT.”

a CAMERA POWER switch
CCU: Power is supplied from the camera control unit.

EXT: Power is supplied through the DC IN connector.

b Tally lamp and switch
ON: The tally lamp lights when a tally signal is input to the

connected camera control unit or a call signal is
generated in response to pressing of a CALL button.

OFF: The tally lamp is prevented from lighting.

c RET 1/2 (return video 1/2) buttons

When pressed, the picture on the viewfinder screen changes
to the return video signal selected using the operation panel
on the rear of the camera or using the menu.

d CCU (camera control unit) connector
HDC3100: Connect a camera control unit using an optical

electrical multi cable.

HDC3170: Connect a camera control unit using a triax cable.

e SDI 1 (serial digital interface 1) connector (BNC-type)

For 3G SDI, HD SDI or HD PROMPTER signal output.
On the HDC3100, in addition to the above signals, HD TRUNK
signal input is supported.

For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera
Outputs” (page 19).

f CALL button

When this button is pressed, the red tally lamp of the
RCP-1500/1000 series Remote Control Panel or the
MSU-1000-series Master Setup Unit will light. Use to call the
operator of the RCP or MSU.

g RET 2 (return video 2) button

When this button is pressed, the picture on the viewfinder
screen changes to the return video signal selected using RET/
ASSIGNABLE button A, B, or C on the operation panel on the
rear of the camera or using the menu.
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

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Operation panel

ABC

RET/ASSIGNABLE

DISP

MENU

LIGHT

ON

OFF

OFF

PGM1 PGM2

MIC
LINE

TRACKER

INTERCOM

LEVEL

REAR

FNT

ENG

PROD

PROD

ENG

a

bc d

FNT

OFF ENG

PGM1 PGM2

MIC
LINE

TRACKER

ENG

PROD

PROD

LEVEL

REAR

MIC LINE switch

ENG
control

PROD
control

PGM1
control

PGM2
control

TRACKER control

LEVEL switch

PROMPTER

TEST
OUT

LINE

+48V

OFF

MIC

SDI
MONI

AUDIO IN
CH1 CH2

/GEN
LOCK

LINE

+48V

OFF

FRONT MIC

MIC

EARPHONE

RET CTRL

DC IN 10.5-17V

DC OUT

TRACKER

REMOTE

AES/EBU

a

b
c

d

e

g

h

i

j

k

l

f

b LIGHT switch

Set to ON to illuminate the operation panel.

c RET/ASSIGNABLE button A, B

Press the button to switch the function assigned to the button
on the <REAR FUNCTION ASSIGN> page on/off. When the
return function is assigned, press the button to display the
return video signal on the viewfinder screen while the button is
pressed.
Turn the button to change the assigned function setting. When
the return function is assigned, you can change the return
signal channel.

d RET/ASSIGNABLE button C / DISP/MENU switch

Press the button to switch the function assigned to the button
on the <REAR FUNCTION ASSIGN> page on/off. When the
return function is assigned, press the button to display the
return video signal on the viewfinder screen while the button is
pressed.
Turn the button to change the assigned function setting. When
the return function is assigned, you can change the return
signal channel.
When the DISP/MENU switch is set to the MENU position to
display the MENU screen, you can perform menu operations
using RET/ASSIGNABLE button C.

Connector panel

a INTERCOM controls and switches

ENG control, PROD control, PGM1 control, PGM2 control,
MIC LINE switch, TRACKER control, and LEVEL switch for
the intercom.

ENG (engineer line) control

Adjust the intercom audio listening level of the engineer line.

PROD (producer line) control

Adjust the intercom audio listening level of the producer line.

PGM1 (program 1) control

Adjust the audio listening level of program 1.

PGM2 (program 2) control

Adjust the audio listening level of program 2.

MIC LINE (intercom microphone line) switch

Select the intercom line.

PROD: Use the producer line.
ENG: Use the engineer line.
OFF: Turn the intercom headset microphone off.

TRACKER control

Adjust the intercom audio listening level of an intercom
connected to the TRACKER connector (page 10).

LEVEL switch

REAR: The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with

the controls on the operation panel.

FNT: The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with

the INTERCOM LEVEL control (page 8) on the front
of the camera.

a EARPHONE jack (4-pole mini jack)

Connect to a headset, or earphones with microphone (3-pole/
4-pole earphones), to input/output the intercom audio signal.
For 4-pole earphones, the intercom line is linked to the
INTERCOM setting.
Turn the microphone function on/off using HEADSET MIC
(page 38) in the OPERATION menu. When set to ON, the
microphone can be turned on/off in conjunction with the
INTERCOM setting using the MIC LINE switch on the
operation panel. The default setting is OFF.

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b USB connector (for connecting a USB drive)

LINE

+48V

OFF

MIC

AUDIO IN
CH1 CH2

LINE

+48V

OFF

FRONT MIC

MIC

AES/EBU

CH2 audio input select switch

CH1 audio input select switch

Microphone power switches

AUDIO IN CH1 connector AUDIO IN CH2 connector

Connect a USB drive to save or load the settings data file.

For details, see “Using a USB drive” (page 52).

c TRACKER connector (12-pin)

For external interface, such as intercom and tally.

d RET CTRL (return control) connector (6-pin)

For connection to a CAC-6 Return Video Selector.

e DC IN (DC power supply input) connector (XLR 4-pin)

Used for connection to the AC-DN10 AC Adaptor to supply
power to the camera.

f INTERCOM connector (XLR 5-pin)

Used for input and output of intercom audio signals if an XLR
5-pin headset is connected.
The INTERCOM connector can be used for communication
over the engineer line even when the power is off, as long as
the power LED is lit in red.

g DC OUT (DC power supply output) connector (4-pin)

To supply power to devices such as a wireless receiver
(optional) (max. 0.5 A).

h REMOTE connector (8-pin)

For connection to an RCP-1500/1000 series Remote Control
Panel, or MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit.

Note

When the camera is connected to a CCU, do not connect any
remote control device, such as RCP and MSU, to this
connector.

i PROMPTER/GENLOCK (prompter 1 signal output/

external gen-lock signal input) connector (BNC-type)

The PROMPTER function is enabled when a camera control
unit is connected. The GENLOCK IN function is enabled when
a camera control unit is not connected.

GENLOCK IN: For input of an external gen-lock signal (VBS

or 3-level sync) during stand-alone operation.

PROMPTER: For output of the prompter 1 signal (valid only

when a camera control unit is connected). When a
camera control unit having two prompter inputs is
connected, the signal of input 1 is output from this
connector.

j TEST OUT connector (BNC-type)

To output the analog signal.
This can also output a VBS signal, HD-SYNC signal, or
SD-SYNC signal, whichever is selected in the menu.

For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera
Outputs” (page 19).

CH1 audio input select switch

Set to the appropriate position according to the equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1 connector.

LINE: When a line-level (0 dBu) signal source is

connected

FRONT MIC: When using the microphone connected to

the MIC 1 IN connector

MIC: When an external microphone is connected

CH2 audio input select switch

Set to the appropriate position according to the equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH2 connector.

LINE: When a line-level (0 dBu) signal source is

connected

AES/EBU: When a digital audio signal is connected (The

signal must be in synchronization with the camera
output).

MIC: When an external microphone is connected

Microphone power switches

When a microphone is connected to the corresponding AUDIO
IN connector, set whether or not to supply a power to the
microphone.

+48V: To supply a power of +48 V
OFF: Not to supply a power

(No function has been assigned to the lowermost
position. No power is supplied to the microphone.)

Note

To supply +12 V power, contact a Sony sales representative
or Sony service representative.

k SDI MONI (serial digital interface) connector (BNC-

type)

For HD-SDI or SD-SDI signal output.

For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera
Outputs” (page 19).

l AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors (XLR 3-pin) and

switches

Connect audio signals. An input select switch and microphone
power switch are provided for each channel.

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Adjusting procedure

1,3425

About 3 meters (10 ft)

Viewfinder stopper

VF connector

Preparations

Attaching a Lens

For information on handling lenses, refer to the lens’ operation
manual.

Attaching procedure

1 Set the iris control to manual, and open the iris fully.
2 Place a flange focal length adjustment chart

approximately 3 meters from the camera and adjust
the lighting to get an appropriate video output level.

3 Loosen the Ff (flange focal length) ring lock screw.
4 With either manual or power zoom, set the zoom ring

to telephoto.

5 Aim at the flange focal length adjustment chart and

turn the focus ring to focus the image.

6 Set the zoom ring to wide angle.
7 Turn the Ff ring to bring the chart into focus. Take

care not to move the distance ring.

1 Push the lens fixing lever upwards and remove the

lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2 Align the lens’ alignment pin with the notch in the

upper part of the lens mount and insert the lens into
the mount.

3 While supporting the lens, push the lens fixing lever

downwards to secure the lens.

4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.
5 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamp.

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

Adjustment of the flange focal length (the distance between
the lens mount attachment plane and the imaging plane) is
necessary in the following situations:

• The first time a lens is attached

• When changing lenses

• If the focus is not sharp at both telephoto and wide angle
when zooming

The flange focal length can be more precisely adjusted by
using the focus assist indicators.

See “Displaying the focus assist indicators” on page 17 for the
focus assist indicators.

8 Repeat steps 4 through 7 until the image is in focus at

both telephoto and wide angle.

9 Tighten the Ff ring lock screw.

Attaching a Viewfinder

Caution

When the viewfinder is attached, do not leave the camera with
the eyepiece facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through
the eyepiece, be focused in the viewfinder and cause fire.

Attaching a viewfinder

This section describes using a HDVF-20A/200/EL20/EL30
(the HDVF-EL30 is shown in the diagrams).

For details on the viewfinder, refer to the operation manual of
the viewfinder.

Note

The various parts of the lens used in adjusting the flange focal
length are in different positions on different lenses. Refer to
the operation manual for the particular lens.

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1 Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow.

Viewfinder left-right positioning ring

Viewfinder front-rear
positioning lever

A

B

Belt bracket

Cover seal

+B3×8 screws

The viewfinder stopper automatically pops down.

3 Set the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever to the

lock position to secure the viewfinder.

2 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring, slide

the viewfinder side to side to the most convenient
position and tighten the ring. (See “To adjust the
position to the left or right” below.)

3 Connect the viewfinder cable to the VF connector of

the camera.

Adjusting the viewfinder position

The viewfinder position may be adjusted towards the front and
rear and to the left and right to make it easy to see into it.

To adjust the position to the left or right

Detaching the viewfinder

Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring, pull the
viewfinder stopper, then pull out the viewfinder by sliding it in
the direction opposite to that when attached.

Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt
(Supplied)

You can secure the optical/electrical multi cable or triax cable,
connected to the CCU connector, to the side of the camera by
attaching the supplied cable clamp belt.

1 Insert the belt bracket into hole A or B of the cable

clamp belt.

1 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
2 Slide the viewfinder left or right to move it into a good

viewing position.

3 Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

To adjust the position forward or backward

2 Peel off the cover seal from the camera as shown in

the following diagram.

3 Secure the cable clamp belt to the camera, using the

two supplied +B3×8 screws.

1 Set the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever to the

unlocked position.

2 Slide the viewfinder towards the front or rear of the

camera to move it into a good viewing position.

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4 1 Release the buckle, 2 bundle the cable with the

1

2

3

Optical/electrical
multi cable or
triax cable

1,3

2

Shoulder pad

Shoulder pad lock lever

Bottom of the camera

Tripod attachment

Platform of the tripod

belt, 3 then lock the buckle again.

Adjusting procedure

1 Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder pad to

unlock the shoulder pad.

2 Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is

in the most convenient position.

5 Adjust the length by pulling down the end of the belt.

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position (factory
setting) backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or forward by up
to 25 mm (1 inch). This adjustment helps you get the best
balance for shooting with the camera on your shoulder.

3 Move the lever down to lock the shoulder pad in the

selected position.

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod

Mount the camera to a tripod using a VCT-14 Tripod
Attachment.

Caution

• Select an appropriate hole from among those at the bottom
of the tripod attachment considering the balance of the
weight of the camera and the tripod attachment. If an
inappropriate hole is selected, the camera may fall over.

• Check that the size of the selected hole matches that of the
screw of the tripod. If they do not match, the tripod
attachment cannot be attached to the tripod securely.

Mounting procedure

1 Attach the tripod attachment to the tripod and secure

it with the screw.

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2 Place the camera on the tripod attachment, and slide

Lever

Red button

Original position

Pin

AUTO W/B BAL switch

forward it along the groove of the tripod attachment
until it clicks.

3 Make sure that the camera is securely attached by

moving it back and forth.

To remove the camera from the tripod attachment

Hold down the red button and pull the lever in the direction of
the arrow.

Adjustments and Settings for Shooting

Adjusting the Black Balance and White
Balance

In order to maintain high picture quality, it is necessary to set
the black balance and white balance appropriately for the
conditions.

Note

When a camera control unit or a remote control device-such
as the MSU or RCP series-is connected, control is performed
from the RCP/MSU, and the switches on the camera are
disabled.

Black balance adjustment

The black balance needs adjustment in situations like the
following:

• The first time the camera is used

• When the camera is used after a long period of disuse

• When the surrounding temperature changes greatly

• When the gain value is changed using the setup menus

Normally, there is no need to adjust the black balance every
time the camera is turned on.

If the pin of the tripod attachment does not return to
its original position

After removing the camera, if the pin of the tripod attachment
does not return to its original position, hold down the red
button and move the lever in the direction of the arrow to return
the pin to its original position. It is not possible to mount a
camera with the pin not seated.

White balance adjustment

Always readjust the white balance when lighting conditions
change.

About the viewfinder screen

After the process of adjusting the black balance or white
balance begins, messages about the progress and results of
the adjustment will be displayed on the viewfinder screen.

Note

Adjusted values set through automatic adjustment, and other
settings, are stored in the camera’s memory and preserved
even when the camera power is turned off.

Adjusting the black balance

Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward BLK (downward).

Automatic adjustment of black balance begins.
In automatic adjustment of black balance, both the black set
and black balance are adjusted.

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During adjustment, a message like the one in the figure below

ABB:EXECUTING

WHITE BAL switch

A rectangle centered in the screen. The length of the sides
must be at least 70% of the height and width of the screen.

Within this rectangle, there must be an area of white greater
than 10% of the entire screen.

AUTO W/B BAL switch

will be displayed on the viewfinder screen.

When the adjustment process is completed, the message
“ABB: OK” will be displayed. The adjusted value is
automatically stored in memory.

Notes

• During black balance adjustment, the iris will be
automatically closed.

• During black balance adjustment, the gain switching circuit
will work automatically, and the viewfinder screen will flicker
several times. This is not a malfunction.

When automatic black balance adjustment fails

If the automatic black balance adjustment process does not
end successfully, the error message “ABB: NG” will be
displayed on the viewfinder screen for approximately three
seconds.
If this error message is displayed, try black balance
adjustment again.
If the error message continues to be displayed after several
attempts, the camera requires internal inspection.

About black balance memory

The black balance values stored in memory will be preserved
even when the camera power is turned off.

3 Place a white pattern in the same lighting conditions

as the subject, and zoom in on it so that a white area
is obtained in the screen to satisfy the positional and
quantitative requirements illustrated below.

A white object (white cloth, a white wall, etc.) near the
subject may be used in place of a white pattern.

Note

Be careful not to have any spots of high illumination in the
rectangle.

4 Adjust the lens iris opening.

With a manually adjusted lens: Set the opening to an

appropriate value.

With a lens which has automatic iris control: Set the

lens’ automatic/manual iris control switch to
automatic.

5 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release

the switch.

Adjusting the white balance

1 Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B.

2 Select the filter setting using the filter select switch

according to the lighting conditions.

The switch will return to the center position, and adjustment
will be performed.

During adjustment, the message “AWB: EXECUTING” will be
displayed on the viewfinder screen.
A message like the one in the figure below will be displayed,
and the adjustment process will complete. The adjusted value
will be automatically stored in the memory (A or B) selected in
step 1.

AWB:OK

Note

When using a zoom lens with automatic iris control capability,

1)

hunting
IG, IS, S, etc.).

may occur. Adjust the lens’ iris gain control (labeled

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1)

SHUTTER switch

1/100

1/2000

1/1000

1/5001/2501/125

Standard mode

ECS mode

Hunting: The automatic iris responds over and over, and the image
repeatedly darkens and lightens.

For more information, refer to the lens’ operation manual.

When automatic white balance adjustment fails

If the white balance adjustment process does not end
successfully, the error message “AWB: NG” will be displayed
on the viewfinder screen for approximately three seconds.
If this error message is displayed, try white balance
adjustment again.
If the error message continues to be displayed after several
attempts, the camera requires internal inspection.

When there is no time to adjust the white balance

Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. The white balance will be
set automatically according to the filter settings.

About white balance memory

The white balance values stored in memory will be preserved
even when the camera power is turned off.
There are two white balance memories, A and B. When the
AUTO W/B BAL switch is pushed to the WHT side, the white
balance will be adjusted automatically according to the filter
settings. The adjusted value will be stored in the selected
memory. Each memory can store up to five adjusted values,
for a total of 10.

frequency is 50 Hz, setting the shutter speed to 1/100 second
will reduce the flicker.

Selecting the shutter mode and speed

The shutter mode, and the shutter speed in standard mode,
are set using the SHUTTER switch.

Setting the shutter mode, and shutter speed in
Standard mode

1 Push the SHUTTER switch from the ON position to the

SEL position.

The current shutter setting will be displayed in the setting
change/adjustment progress message display area of the
viewfinder screen for about three seconds.
Example: “SHUTTER: 1/250”

Setting the Electronic Shutter

This section explains the different modes which can be used
for the electronic shutter and gives the procedures for setting
the shutter mode and shutter speed.

Note

When a camera control unit or a remote control device, such
as MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit and RCP-1500/1000
series Remote Control Panel, is connected, the electronic
shutter is controlled from the external control device and
control on the camera are disabled.

About the shutter modes

The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter
of the camera and the shutter speeds that may be selected are
as follows:

Shutter modes and speeds

Shutter mode Shutter speeds* Usage

Standard 1/100, 1/125, 1/250,

ECS (Extended
Clear Scan)

* The values in the table are those with 59.94i. With other formats, the

available values are different.

Note

With artificial lighting, particularly fluorescent lights and
mercury vapor lamps, the brightness appears to be constant,
but in fact the strength of the red, green, and blue components
varies with the power supply frequency. This phenomenon is
known as “flicker.” When using the electronic shutter under
these lighting conditions, there are certain cases in which the
flicker is more noticeable. In particular, color flicker is evident
when the power frequency is 60 Hz. In areas where the power

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
seconds

Continuously variable in
the range of 59.96 Hz to
4300 Hz

Use to obtain clear images
of quickly moving subjects

Use to obtain images on
video monitors without
horizontal striping

2 Push the SHUTTER switch to the SEL position again

before the display disappears. Repeat this action until
the desired mode or speed is displayed.

When all modes and speeds are displayed, they will be
displayed in the following order:

Example: with 59.94i

Setting the Focus Assist Functions

Using the OPERATION menu, the assist functions for easier
focusing on the viewfinder, can be activated.

Adding the VF detail signal

Adding the VF detail signal to sharp edges in the image on the
viewfinder screen makes it easier to check the focusing
condition by observing changes in the detail signal or in the
color converted from the detail signal (color detail).
The focus setting where the detail signal becomes strongest is
the best focus setting.

1 Turn on the camera.
2 Set the DISPLAY switch to MENU while holding the

MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed.

The camera enters Menu mode, and “TOP” is displayed at
the upper right corner of the screen.

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3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

<TOP MENU>

USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS

CONTENTS 00 TOP

01.<VF DISPLAY>

02.<'!'IND>

03.<VF MARKER>

04.<VF DETAIL>

05.<FOCUS POSITION METER1

06.<FOCUS POSITION METER2

07.<FOCUS ASSIST>

08.<ZEBRA>

09.<CURSOR>

10.<BOX CURSOR FILE>

<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP

VF DETAIL : ON (25%)
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
ZOOM LINK: ON 100%
COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%

Level indicator (its position and operations can be adjusted.)

Area marker to display the detection area of the focus
(its size and position can be adjusted.)

<FOCUS ASSIST> 07 TOP

INDICATOR : OFF
MODE : BOX BOTTOM
LEVEL : 3 QUICK
GAIN : 50
OFFSET : 50
AREA MARKER: ON
SIZE : MIDDLE
POSITION : CENTER
POSITION H: 50
POSITION V: 50

arrow marker (
SEL knob/ENTER button.

The TOP MENU screen is displayed.

,) to “TOP” and push on the MENU

To use the color detail

Set COLOR DETAIL to ON to convert the VF detail signal
to a specified color. This makes it easier to check the
signal on an LCD screen, including the viewfinder screen.
The display color can be selected at the column next to
ON.
You can adjust the coloring with the menu items below.

PEAK COLOR: Turn ON/OFF the function to change the

color where the detail signal is strongest.

CHROMA LEVEL: To reduce the chroma components of

the video signal (only for video signals on the
viewfinder).

4 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu is
displayed.

,) to OPERATION and push on the

5 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (,) to <VF DETAIL> and push on the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The <VF DETAIL> page is displayed.

6 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To use the VF detail signal

Set VF DETAIL to ON to activate the VF detail function to
add the detail signal to sharp edges in the image. You can
adjust the signal level (strength) in the range of 0 to 100%
(default 25%).
You can adjust the characteristics of the detail signal with
the menu items below.

CRISP: Adjust to eliminate fine portions of the detail

signal.

FREQUENCY: Change the detection band of sharp

edges.

FLICKER: Turn ON/OFF the function to flicker the detail

signal, which makes it easier to check the signal on
a viewfinder screen.

AREA: To limit the area where to display the detail signal.
ZOOM LINK: Set the VF detail level at the full WIDE

position. (The VF detail level changes according to
the zoom position.)

,) to the item to be set and push on

7 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display

the desired setting and push on the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.

8 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to

OFF to exit Menu mode.

Displaying the focus assist indicators

The focus assist indicator function extracts the irregularities of
a subject and converts the integrated values to a level
indicator, which shows the focus condition.

The focus setting where the indicator shows the maximum
level is the best focus setting. (The range of the indicator
substantially changes depending on picture elements or
shooting environments. Adjust it with GAIN and OFFSET as
required.)

1 Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION

menu (referring to step 1 to 4 in “Adding the VF detail
signal”).

2 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The <FOCUS ASSIST> page is displayed.

,) to <FOCUS ASSIST>and push on

3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (,) to the item to be set and push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To use the level indicator

Setting INDICATOR to ON displays the level indicator on

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the viewfinder.

You can set the display format with the menu items below.

NEAR FAR

Current focus position (index)

Registered focus position (marker)

<FOCUS POSITION METER1>

FOCUS POSITION METER: ON
NEAR LIMIT : 100 (0~999)
FAR LIMIT : 923 (0~999)
DIRECTION : HOLIZONTAL
SIZE : NORMAL
RULED LINE : ON
INDEX COLOR : WHITE
INDEX WIDTH : 1
MARKER WIDTH : 1

CURRENT FOCUS DIST :_5.7M 18.7ft

236 (0~999)

05 TOP

MODE: Set the type and position of the indicator.
LEVEL: Set the density and the response speed of the

indicator.

GAIN: Set the sensitivity of the indicator.
OFFSET: Set the offset of the focus detection value.

1)

Normally, the sensitivity of the indicator is automatically set to
the optimum value in conjunction with the AREA MARKER
SIZE set value. Use this setting when an optimum sensitivity
value cannot be obtained, depending on the shooting
environment.

2)

Normally, the optimum offset is automatically set in conjunction
with the AREA MARKER SIZE and MASTER GAIN set values.
Use this setting when the optimum offset cannot be obtained,
depending on the shooting environment.

1)

2)

To use the area marker

Setting AREA MARKER to ON displays the detection area
of the focus as a marker on the viewfinder screen.
You can set the size and position of the detection area
with the menu items below.

SIZE: The size of the detection area can be changed. (If

the area size is too large, both the subject and the
background are included in the area, making the
indicator display may easily deviate from the
subject.)

POSITION: Roughly set the position of the detection area.
POSITION H: Finely adjust the position of the detection

area in the horizontal directions.

POSITION V: Finely adjust the position of the detection

area in the vertical directions.

4 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display

the desired setting and push on the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.

Setting the Focus Position Meter
Function

The focus position meter function allows you to graphically
display the registered focus position (marker) and the current
focus position (index) graphically on the viewfinder screen.

You can set the focus to the registered point easily by
adjusting the focus until the index position overlaps the marker
position (adjusted state). In the adjusted state, you can display
a color frame and marker name on the viewfinder screen.

1 Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION

menu (referring to steps 1 to 4 in “Adding the VF
detail signal”).

2 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (,) to <FOCUS POSITION METER1> or
<FOCUS POSITION METER2>, and press the MENU
SEL knob/ENTER button.

The <FOCUS POSITION METER1> page or <FOCUS
POSITION METER2> page is displayed.

5 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to

OFF to exit Menu mode.

Notes

• The level indicator and the effect area marker cannot be
displayed simultaneously, whichever you set to ON later is
preferentially displayed.

• The area marker and the aspect safety marker cannot be
displayed simultaneously, whichever you set to ON later is
preferentially displayed.

• When displaying the focus assist indicators, check that the
flange focal length has been precisely adjusted.

See “Adjusting the Flange Focal Length” on page 11 for the
flange focal length.

3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (,) to the item to be set and press the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To use the focus position meter

Setting FOCUS POSITION METER to ON displays the
focus position meter on the viewfinder screen.
You can set the display format with the <FOCUS
POSITION METER1> page items below.

NEAR LIMIT: Sets the NEAR edge of the focus position

meter.

FAR LIMIT: Sets the FAR edge of the focus position

meter.
The focus position range to display varies depending on
the NEAR LIMIT and FAR LIMIT settings. The full range is

displayed by setting NEAR LIMIT to 0 and FAR LIMIT to

999.
DIRECTION: Selects whether to display the meter

horizontally at the top of the screen or vertically on

the right edge of the screen.

SIZE: Sets the size of the meter.
RULED LINE: Turns the display of guide lines on the

meter on/off.

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INDEX COLOR: Sets the color of the index.
INDEX WIDTH: Sets the width of the index.
MARKER WIDTH: Sets the width of the marker.

To set the adjustment sensitivity and display content

You can set the adjustment sensitivity and configure the
display in the adjusted state using ADJUSTED SIGN on
the <FOCUS POSITION METER2> page.

SENSE: Sets the adjustment sensitivity. Increasing the

value increases the sensitivity (making
determination of adjusted state more precise).

NAME DISP: Turns the display of the marker name in the

adjusted state on/off (DISPLAY screen only).

FRAME DISP: Turns the display of a color frame

(adjustment frame) on the screen in the adjusted
state on/off.

FRAME WIDTH: Sets the width of the adjustment frame.

To configure the marker display settings

You can set the marker display using MARKER CONFIG
on the <FOCUS POSITION METER2> page.

REG: Registers a marker at the index position.
DISP: Turns the marker display on/off.
COLOR: Sets the color of the marker. This also sets the

color of the adjustment frame.

NAME: Sets the name of the marker.
POS: Adjusts the marker position manually.

4 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display

the desired setting and press the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.

Setting the Camera Outputs

You can specify video signals directly output from the camera,
with menu operations.
You can display the signal name by attaching a label
(supplied) for the configured output signal name to the
connector label area.

Notes

• The MAIN (camera picture), RET (return video), or VF (the
same picture as that displayed on the viewfinder screen)
setting is common to SD-SDI and VBS. Different signals
cannot be output.

• The output is 1080i, even if the format setting is 720P.

Outputting the signal being shot (camera
picture)

The same textual information as that displayed on the
viewfinder screen can be added to the output signal by setting
CHARACTER to “ON” on the <SDI OUT> or <TEST OUT>
page.

To output as HD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT MAIN

5 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to

OFF to exit Menu mode.

Marker registration

You can register a marker for the focus position meter using
RET/ASSIGNABLE buttons A, B, and C.

To output as SD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT SD-SDI

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

To output as VBS

Menu page Item Setting

<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

MAIN

MAIN

Constantly outputting a return video

• When a camera control unit is connected, one of the signals
being supplied to the camera control unit can be output from
the camera.

• The last selected return signal is output.

• The same textual information as that displayed on the
viewfinder screen can be added to the output signal by
setting CHARACTER to “ON” on the <SDI OUT> or <TEST
OUT> page.

To output as HD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT RET

To output as SD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT SD-SDI

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

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RET

To output as VBS

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12.5V

EX Z55

1 A

F5.6

0dB 1/125

W:

5600K

D.EXT
TALK

DOOR No1

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2

3

4

5

6

7

8

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Menu page Item Setting

<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

RET

Viewfinder Screen Status Display

Outputting the same image as that on the
viewfinder screen

• With HD-SDI, you can obtain a signal that includes the same
information as that being displayed on the viewfinder screen
according to the settings of the VF MARKER,
CHARACTER, VF DETAIL, ZEBRA, etc. The ON/OFF or
other settings for adding information are common to those
for the viewfinder. The output is synchronized with switching
among Y, R, G, and B or switching to a return signal.

• With SD-SDI or VBS, the output is synchronized only with
switching between a return signal and the camera image. It
does not correspond to switching among Y, R, G, and B.
Information other than CHARACTER (such as VF
MARKER, VF DETAIL, ZEBRA) cannot be added to the
output.

Note

With the settings for outputting the same image as that on the
viewfinder screen, the output will be obtained in 1080i, even if
the format setting is 720P.

To output as HD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT VF

Besides the video image, the viewfinder can display text and
messages showing the camera settings and operation status,
as well as items such as a center marker or safety zone
marker.

When the DISPLAY switch is set to DISPLAY

Items set to ON using the menu or related switches will be
displayed on the upper and lower edges of the screen.

To output as SD-SDI

Menu page Item Setting

<SDI OUT> SDI-MONI OUT SD-SDI

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

To output as VBS

Menu page Item Setting

<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS

DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT

Outputting 3G SDI

The SDI 1 output and SDI 2 output form 3G SDI output.

To output in 1080/59.94P or 1080/50P

Menu page Item Setting

<OUTPUT FORMAT> ACTIVE LINE 1080

(Format) 59.94P or 50P

<SDI OUT> SDI-1

Note

HZC-PRV50/PRV50M/PRV50W camera operating software
(option) is required for 3G SDI output.

SDI-2

MAIN (3G)

LEVEL-A or LEVEL-B

VF

VF

a Zoom position

Indicates the approximate position of the zoom lens variator
between wide angle (0) and telephoto (99). Shows how close
it is to the telephoto side.

b Lens extender

“EX” is displayed when a lens extender is in use.

c Digital extender

“D.EXT” is displayed when a digital extender is in use.

d TALK indication

Displayed when the intercom microphone is set to ON.

e 5600K mode

Displayed when 5600K is set to ON.

f Filter

Displays the currently selected filter setting (1 to 4).

g White balance memory

Displays the currently selected white balance automatic
adjustment memory.

W:A: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “A”
W:B: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “B”
W:P: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “PRST”

h Gain value

Displays the video gain value (dB) set with the GAIN switch.

i Focus position

Shows the focus position of a zoom lens as a numeric value (0
to 255 (infinity)).

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Note

1080-59.94i
ASSIGNABLE :OFF

!ND :2
!FAN :MAX
!EXT :ON
!FORMAT :1080-59.94i

OPT LV CAM:ssxxxxxxb
CCU:ssxxxxxxb

a

c

d

b

DISPLAY switch

STATUS/CANCEL
switch

MENU SEL knob/ENTER button

Push on

Rotate

DISPLAY switch

<TOP MENU>

USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS

Displayed only when a serial communication lens is
connected.

Menu Operations

j Battery voltage

Displays the input voltage.

k Marker name of the focus position meter

Displays the marker name of the focus position meter.

l Setting change / adjustment process message area

This area is only used when the MESSAGE item of the menu
is set to other than OFF.

m F value

Indicates the lens F (iris opening) value.

n Shutter/ECS

Displays the shutter/ECS status. Nothing is displayed if the
electronic shutter is set to OFF.

When you press the STATUS/CANCEL switch
toward STATUS

The status display is changed to show the following items:

The menus displayed on the viewfinder screen enable various
settings of the camera.
The following controls are used to operate the menus.

a Assignable switch indication

The function assigned to the assignable switch (page 7) is
indicated.

For the functions that can be assigned, see OPERATION
menu <SWITCH ASSIGN1> (page 36).

b Format indication

The current video format is displayed.

c ‘!’ indication area

This area is used to display abnormal statuses, using the
<‘!’IND> function. Display options can be set, using the menu.

For details, see OPERATION menu <‘!’ IND> (page 32).

d Light sensor level indicators (optical fiber

transmission only)

This area shows the light-receiving levels in segments.
CAM: Light-receiving level at the CCU connector (page 8) of

the camera

CCU: Light-receiving level at the CAMERA connector of the

CCU

Starting Menu Operations

To display a menu page

Set the DISPLAY switch from OFF to MENU.
You can also display the menu by setting the DISPLAY switch
on the rear panel to MENU.
The menu page that last operated will be displayed. (If it is the
first time, the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu will
be displayed.)

To display the TOP MENU screen

If you set the DISPLAY switch from OFF to MENU while
holding the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed, “TOP” is
displayed at the upper right corner of the screen.
Selecting it displays the TOP MENU screen, which lists the
available menus, and you can select the menus on this
screen.

TOP MENU screen

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To disable the “TOP” indication

If the screen can be scrolled, arrows will
indicate the direction of scrolling.

, marker

Example: CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu

<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP

VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
ZOOM LINK: ON 100%
COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%

Page number

<VF DETAIL> ? 04 TOP

VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
ZOOM LINK: ON 100%
COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%

Flashes

Turn the power once off then on again, or set the DISPLAY
switch from OFF to MENU while holding the STATUS/
CANCEL switch pressed toward CANCEL. This disables the
TOP selection.

Available menus

USER menu

This menu can include menu pages selected from among the
OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and
DIAGNOSIS menus, for convenience. Changing, adding, and
deleting pages can be performed with the USER MENU
CUSTOMIZE menu.

USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu

This menu allows you to edit the USER menu.

For details on the USER menu, see “Editing the USER Menu”
on page 23.

ALL menu

This menu permits you to control all items of the OPERATION
menu, PAINT menu, MAINTENANCE menu, FILE menu, and
DIAGNOSIS menu as a single menu.

OPERATION menu

This menu contains items for camera operators to operate the
camera. It mainly permits viewfinder, intercom, and switch
settings.

Selecting Pages

When selecting a page from a CONTENTS
page

CONTENTS 00 TOP

01.<VF DISPLAY>

02.<'!'IND>

03.<VF MARKER>

04.<VF DETAIL>

05.<FOCUS POSITION METER1

06.<FOCUS POSITION METER2

07.<FOCUS ASSIST>

08.<ZEBRA>

09.<CURSOR>

10.<BOX CURSOR FILE>

Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the arrow
marker (
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The selected page is displayed.

,) with the desired page indication, then push on the

PAINT menu

This menu contains items for making detailed image
adjustments while using a waveform monitor to monitor the
waveforms output from the camera. Support of a video
engineer is usually required to use this menu.
Although you can also use an external remote control panel or
master setup unit to set the items on this menu, the menu is
effective when using the camera by itself outdoors.

MAINTENANCE menu

This menu contains items for performing camera maintenance
operations, such as changing the system or setting
infrequently used “paint” items.

FILE menu

This menu is for performing file operations, such as writing or
clearing the reference file.

DIAGNOSIS menu

This menu enables you to confirm the self-diagnostic
information.

To select a menu on the TOP MENU screen

1 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (,) with the desired menu indication.

To change the displayed page

1 Check that the arrow marker (,) is located at the left

of the page number, then push on the MENU SEL
knob/ENTER button.

The arrow marker (

,) changes to a flashing question (?)

mark.

2 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to flip

through the pages.

2 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The CONTENTS page or the last operated page of the
selected menu is displayed.

3 When the desired page is displayed, push on the

MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The “?” mark will change back to the arrow marker (
and operations with the displayed page are enabled.

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,),

To return to the TOP MENU screen

<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP

VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
ZOOM LINK: ON 100%
COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%

Align the arrow marker (
menu page then press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The TOP MENU screen is resumed.

Setting the Menu Items

If a “?” mark is flashing at the left of the page number, push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to change it to the arrow
marker (

,). Setting on the displayed page is enabled.

1 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the

arrow marker (

2 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The arrow marker (

3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to change

the setting value.

When the knob is rotated quickly, the values will change
quickly; when rotated slowly, the values will change
slowly.

To reset a changed value

If you press the STATUS/CANCEL switch toward
CANCEL before pressing the MENU SEL knob/ENTER
button, the setting will be returned to its previous value.

To interrupt settings

Set the DISPLAY switch to OFF to turn off the menu
screen display.
The setting operation can be restarted by setting the
DISPLAY switch back to MENU.

4 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The “?” mark will change back to the arrow marker (
and the new setting will be registered.

5 To change other setting items on the same menu

page, repeat steps 1 through 4.

To specify a character string

When you press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button with the
arrow marker (
string, such as a file ID, is to be specified, a cursor and the list
of selectable characters are displayed.
The displayed cursor can be moved by rotating the MENU
SEL knob/ENTER button.

,) pointing to an item for which a character

1 Set the cursor to the position where you wish enter a

character, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER
button.

Another cursor appears on the character list.

2 Set the cursor to the character to be entered and push

on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
Repeat steps 1 and 2.

,) with “TOP” at the top right of the

,) with the desired item.

,) will change to a flashing “?” mark.

,),

By selecting INS on the line below the character list, you
can enter a space at the cursor position.

Selecting DEL deletes the character at the cursor
position.

You can return to step 1 without changing the character by
selecting RET.

If you enter the permitted maximum number of characters
(up to the stop mark at the right end of the line), the cursor
moves to ESC on the line below the character list.

To register the new string you have set, select END and
push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To restore the previous string, select ESC and push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To return a menu item to its standard value

Select the menu item to be returned to its standard value then
hold the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed for 3
seconds while the arrow marker (
If “10 SEC CLEAR” has been set to ON on the <FILE CLEAR>
page of the FILE menu, you can return the setting in the
reference file for the item being selected to the factory-set
value by holding the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed
for another 10 seconds.

,) is displayed.

To end menu operations

Set the DISPLAY switch to OFF.

Editing the USER Menu

You can select desired pages and items from the
OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and
DIAGNOSIS menus and register them to the USER menu.
If you specify pages or items frequently used for the USER
menu, you can easily call and use them.

The following pages are included on the factory-set USER
menu:

Menu page title USER

menu
No.

<VF OUT> U01 OPERATION 12

<VF DETAIL> U02 OPERATION 04

<FOCUS ASSIST> U03 OPERATION 07

<VF DISPLAY> U04 OPERATION 01

<‘!’ IND> U05 OPERATION 02

<VF MARKER> U06 OPERATION 03

<CURSOR> U07 OPERATION 09

<ZEBRA> U08 OPERATION 08

<SWITCH ASSIGN1> U09 OPERATION 13

<SWITCH ASSIGN2> U10 OPERATION 14

<HEADSET MIC> U11 OPERATION 18

<OUTPUT FORMAT> U12 MAINTENANCE M11

<TEST OUT> U13 MAINTENANCE M12

<SDI OUT> U14 MAINTENANCE M13

<ROM VERSION> U15 DIAGNOSIS D03

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Source menu / page No.

For the items on each page, see the corresponding source

CONTENTS E00

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01.EDIT PAGE

02.USER 1 EDIT

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03.USER 2 EDIT

04.USER 3 EDIT

05.USER 4 EDIT

06.USER 5 EDIT

07.USER 6 EDIT

08.USER 7 EDIT

09.USER 8 EDIT

10.USER 9 EDIT

TOP

USER 2 EDIT E03

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TOP

EDIT FUNCTION

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INSERT
MOVE
DELETE
BLANK

ESC

<SW STATUS> P01

FLARE :

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ON
GAMMA : ON
BLK GAM : OFF
KNEE : ON
WHT CLIP: ON
DETAIL : ON
LVL DEP : ON
SKIN DTL: OFF
MATRIX : OFF

ESC

menu page in the table in “Menu List” on page 27.

The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to configure
a USER menu that consists only of pages and items that you
need, by your adding, deleting or replacing pages.

Editing by items

The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to add a
new page to the USER menu and add desired items to the
page.
While the EDIT page contains factory-preset items, the USER
1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT pages are all blank in their initial
state. You can register up to 10 items, including blank lines, on
each of these pages.

To add items to a page

Proceed as follows.

1 Set the DISPLAY switch from the OFF position to the

MENU position while holding the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button pressed.

The TOP MENU screen appears.

2 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to “USER MENU CUSTOMIZE” then
push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
menu appears.

4 Move the arrow marker (,) to the item to be added

(this operation is unnecessary if no item exists on the
page, as shown in the figure for step 3) then push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

5 Move the arrow marker (,) to “INSERT” and push on

the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The page with the last item added appears.

6 Add the items.

1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button until the

page that has the desired items appears then push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

If the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu has been used
before, the page last accessed appears.

3 If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU

SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow marker

,) to any of USER 1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT then push

(
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display the
page.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU SEL
knob/ENTER button until the desired page appears,
then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to
select the page.

Example: When you select the USER 2 EDIT page

2 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to the desired item then push on the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The USER 2 EDIT page appears again, displaying the
newly added item.

7 Add the remaining items by repeating steps 4 to 6.

You can add up to 10 items on one page.

To delete items from a page

Proceed as follows:

1 Move the arrow marker (,) to the item to be deleted,

and push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

2 Select “DELETE,” and push on the MENU SEL knob/

ENTER button.

The previously displayed page appears again, and the
message “DELETE OK? YES

,NO” appears at the upper

right.

3 To delete, turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to

move the arrow marker (,) to “YES,” and push on the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To change the order of items on a page

Proceed as follows:

1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

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,) to the item to be moved then push

2 Select MOVE then push on the MENU SEL knob/

ITEM MOVE

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VF OUT : COLOR

VF DETAIL : OFF

MARKER : ON
CURSOR : OFF
ZEBRA SW : OFF
: 1

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ASSIGNABLE : OFF

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EDIT PAGE E01

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01.<VF OUT>

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02.<VF DETAIL>

03.<FOCUS ASSIST>

04.<VF DISPLAY>

05.<'!' IND>

06.<VF MARKER>

07.<CURSOR>

08.<ZEBRA>

09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>

10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>

TOP

EDIT FUNCTION

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INSERT
MOVE
DELETE

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CONTENTS

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01.USER 1

02.USER 2

03.USER 3

04.USER 4

05.USER 5

06.USER 6

07.USER 7

08.USER 8

09.USER 9

10.USER 10

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ENTER button.

The previously displayed page appears again.

3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to the position where you wish to
move the item then push on the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.

2 If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU

SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow marker

,) to “EDIT PAGE” then push on the MENU SEL

(
knob/ENTER button to display the EDIT PAGE screen.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU SEL
knob/ENTER button until the EDIT PAGE screen
appears, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER
button to select the page.

The item selected in step 1 moves to the position that you
selected in step 3.
In the above example, “ASSIGNABLE” is moved to the top
and the other items are moved down one line.

To insert a blank line

Proceed as follows:

1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to the item above which you wish to
insert a blank line.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

2 Select “BLANK” then push on the MENU SEL knob/

ENTER button.

The previously displayed page appears again, and a
blank line is inserted above the specified item.

Note

You cannot insert a blank line on a page where 10 items have
already been registered.

Editing by pages

You can add a page to the USER menu, delete a page from
the USER menu, or replace pages, using the EDIT PAGE of
the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu.

To add a page

Proceed as follows:

1 Select “USER MENU CUSTOMIZE” on the TOP MENU

screen.

If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
menu appears. If the menu has been used before, the last
accessed page appears.

3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to where you wish to add the page,
then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

4 Select INSERT then push on the MENU SEL knob/

ENTER button.

The selection screen appears.

5 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

This adds the number and name of the selected page
above the item selected in step 3.

To cancel addition of a page

Before pushing the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button in step 5,
turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow
marker (

,) to “ESC” at the top right of the screen, then push

on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
The EDIT PAGE screen appears again.

,) to the desired page, then push on

To delete a page

Proceed as follows:

1 On the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU

CUSTOMIZE menu, move the arrow marker (
page to be deleted, and push on the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

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,) to the

2 Select “DELETE” then push on the MENU SEL knob/

ITEM DELETE
DELETE OK? YES

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NO

01.<VF OUT>

02.<VF DETAIL>

03.<FOCUS ASSIST>

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04.<VF DISPLAY>

05.<'!' IND>

06.<VF MARKER>

07.<CURSOR>

08.<ZEBRA>

09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>

10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>

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ITEM MOVE

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01.<VF OUT>

02.<VF DETAIL>

03.<FOCUS ASSIST>

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04.<VF DISPLAY>

05.<'!' IND>

06.<VF MARKER>

07.<CURSOR>

08.<ZEBRA>

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09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>

10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>

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ENTER button.

The previously displayed page appears again, and the
message “DELETE OK? YES

,NO” appears at the upper

right.

3 To delete, turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to

move the arrow marker (,) to “YES,” then push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

To move a page

Proceed as follows:

1 Display the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU

CUSTOMIZE menu. Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER
button to move the arrow marker (
you wish to move.

The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

,) to the page that

2 Select “MOVE” then push on the MENU SEL knob/

ENTER button.

The EDIT PAGE screen appears again.

3 Turn MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the

arrow marker (,) to the position to which you wish to
move the page selected in step 1.

4 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The page selected in step 1 is moved to the position
selected in step 3.
In the above example, <ZEBRA> moves to the “04”
position, and the <VF DISPLAY> and following pages
move down one line.

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Menu List

FOCUS ASSIST

ZEBRA

INDICATOR

MODE
LEVEL
GAIN
OFFSET

AREA MARKER

SIZE
POSITION
POSITION H

POSITION V
ZEBRA
ZEBRA1
LEVEL
WIDTH
ZEBRA2

FOCUS POSITION METER1

FOCUS POSITION METER
NEAR LIMIT
FAR LIMIT

DIRECTION
SIZE

SENSE
NAME DISP

FRAME DISP
FRAME WIDTH

RULED LINE

MKR1
MKR2

MKR3

INDEX COLOR
INDEX WIDTH
MARKER WIDTH
CURRENT FOCUS DIST

CURRENT FOCUS DIST

MARKER CONFIG

FOCUS POSITION METER2

ADJUSTED SIGN

08 (U08)8)

07 (U03)

05

06

This section shows the menus to be displayed on the
viewfinder screen in tables.

• For the pages that have been registered in the USER menu
at the factory, the USER menu page numbers are indicated
in parenthesis in the No. column of the tables.

• A CONTENTS page (numbered 00) is also provided for
each menu.

Menu Tree

OPERATION menu

VF DISPLAY

01 (U04)

' ! 'IND

02 (U05)

VF MARKER

03 (U06)

VF DETAIL

04 (U02)

EX
ZOOM
DISP
FOCUS
ND
5600K
IRIS
WHITE
D.EXT
GAIN
SHUTTER
BATT
RETURN
TALK
MESS

AGE
FOLLOW F
FOCUS NAME
FOCUS FORM
ND
WHITE
5600K
GAIN
SHUTTER
FAN
EXT
Y TALLY
MARKER
LEVEL
CENTER
SAFETY ZONE
EFFECT
ASPECT
MASK
SAFETY
VF DETAIL
CRISP
FREQUENCY
FLICKER
AREA
ZOOM LINK
COLOR DE
PEAK COLOR
CHROMA LEVEL
RETURN DISABLE

TAIL

Notes

CCU: HDCU3100/3170/2000/2500 Camera Control Unit
Bold values (e.g. ON, OFF, 0): Default settings
Execute via ENTER: Execute by pushing on the MENU SEL

knob/ENTER button.

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SWITCH ASSIGN2

EXT SWITCH

RETURN

LENS VTR S/S
FRONT RET1
FRONT RET2
HANDLE SW1
HANDLE SW2

B PUSH
C PUSH
A ROT
B ROT
C ROT

ZOOM SPEED

RET CTRL CONNECTOR

RET1 Pin5:
RET2 Pin6:
RET3 Pin4:
INCOM1 Pin1:

INCOM2 Pin2:
RET1 SW SEL
RET2 SW SEL
RET3 SW SEL
RET1 SW + RET2 SW

BOX CURSOR FILE

VF OUT

SWITCH ASSIGN1

1:

CURSOR CURSOR

BOX/CROSS
H POSITION
V POSITION
WIDTH
HEIGHT
BOX MEMORY
H POSI
V POSI
WIDTH
HEIGHT

LEVEL

SPIRIT LEVEL INDICATOR

MODE
REVERSE
SCALE
H POSITION

V POSITION
ANGLE
OFFSET
SET ZER

O ANGLE
CLEAR
VF OUT
CHAR

2:
3:
4:
5:
STORE
READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)

ACTER LEVEL

GAIN
INSIDE A
INSIDE B
INSIDE C
INSIDE D

PinP
POSITION
SIZE
MODE

14 (U10)

16

REAR FUNCTION
ASSIGN
15

A PUSH

17

10

12 (U01)

13 (U09)

09 (U07)

11

HEADSET MIC

18 (U11)

INTERCOM

19

TRACKER

20

EARPHONE

21

OPERATOR FILE

22

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INTERCOM
LEVEL
POWER
UNBAL
EARPHONE
LEVEL
INTERCOM RECEIVE SELECT
ENG

PROD
PGM1
PGM2
PGM3
TRACKER

SIDETONE
TRACKER RECEIVE SELECT

[1-LR]

ENG
PROD
PGM1
PGM2
PGM3

[2]

ENG
PROD
PGM1
PGM2

PGM3
INPUT LEVEL
OUTPUT LEVEL L-CH

OUTPUT LEVEL R-CH
OUTPUT LEVEL 2
EARPHONE RECEIVE SELECT

ENG

PROD

PGM1

PGM2

PGM3

TRACKER
SIDE TONE

READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
PRESET

PAINT menu

SW STAT US
P01

VIDEO LEVEL
P02

COLOR TEMP
P03

GAMMA
P04

BLACK GAMMA
P05

SATURATION
P06

KNEE
P07

WHITE CLIP
P08
DETAIL 1
P09

FLARE
GAMMA
BLK GAM
KNEE
WHT CLIP
DETAIL
LVL DEP
SKIN DTL
MATRIX
WHITE
BLACK
FLARE
GAMMA
V MOD
FLARE
V MOD
TEST
WHITE
AUTO WHITE

AT W
SPEED

BALANCE
COLOR TEMP
BALANCE

MASTER
LEVEL
COARSE
TABLE
GAMMA
TEST
LEVEL
RANGE
TEST
SATURATION
LOW KEY SAT
RANGE
TEST
K POINT
K SLOPE
KNEE
KNEE MAX
KNEE SAT
AUTO KNEE
POINT LIMIT
SLOPE
W CLIP
ABS
DETAIL
LEVEL
LIMITER M
LIMITER WHT
LIMITER BLK
CRISP
LEVEL DEPEND
ABS

DETAIL 2
P10

SKIN DETAIL
P11

USER MATRIX
P12

MULTI MATRIX
P13

H/V RATIO
FREQ
MIX RATIO
KNEE APT
DTL H/V MODE
ABS

SKIN DTL
SKIN GATE

NATURAL SKINDTL
ZOOM LINK
TELE
WIDE
CH SW
HUE
PHASE
WIDTH
SAT
LEVEL

R-G
R-B
G-R
G-B
B-R
B-G
MATRIX
PRESET

LEVEL

USER
MULTI
ADAPTIVE MATRIX

PHASE
HUE
SAT
ALL CLEAR
GATE
MATRIX
PRESET
USER
MULTI

Y LIMIT

SHUTTER
P14
NOISE SUPPRESSION
P15

SCENE FILE
P17

SHUTTER
ECS FREQ
SUPPRESSION

1
2

3

4
5

S01TORE

STANDARD

READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
FILE ID
CAM CODE
DATE

HDR OPERATION
P16

HDR CONTRAST

HDR MODE
SDR GAIN

POINT
SLOPE

HDR KNEE

HDR BLACK OFFSET

LEVEL

HDR WHITE CLIP

DISSOLVE

SPEED

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MAINTENANCE menu

TEST OUT
M12 (U13)

SDI OUT
M13 (U14)

TRUNK
M14

GENLOCK
M15

DATE
M16
BATTERY ALARM
M17
OTHERS
M18

OPTION KEY
M19

OUTPUT
VBS-OUT
CHARACTER
GAIN
CHROMA

V

SYNC-OUT

-PHASE

H-PHASE

DOWN CONVERTER

SELECT
ASPECT

SDI-1
SDI-MONI OUT

CHARACTER
EMB AUDIO
DOWN CONVERTER
SELECT
ASPECT
TRUNK
INTERFACE
AUX REMOTE
NETWORK TRUNK
LINK
REFERENCE
GENLOCK
STAT US
FORMAT
PHASE
V
H
DATE/TIME
DATE FORMAT
BEFORE END
END
FAN MODE
CAM BARS
WHITE SETUP MODE
FILTER WHT MEM

READ (USB t CAM)
EFFECTIVE FUNCTION

OUTPUT FORM
M11 (U12)

CURRENTAT

STANDALONE SW DISABLE

CALL/TALLY
M10

CCU CALL
CAM CALL

EXTENDER
FILTER DISC

TALLY GUARD

AUTO SETUP
M01

WHITE SHADING
M02

BLACK SHADING
M03

OHB MATRIX
M04
AUTO IRIS
M05

LENS1
M06

LENS2
M07

MIC GAIN
M08
CAMERA NUMBER
M09

AUTO BLACK
AUTO WHITE
AUTO LEVEL
TEST
V SAW
V PARA
H SAW
H PARA
WHITE
V SAW
V PARA
H SAW
H PARA
BLK SET
BLACK
MASTER GAIN
OHB MATRIX
MATRIX
AUTO IRIS
WINDOW
OVERRIDE
IRIS LEVEL
APL RATIO
IRIS GAIN
IRIS CLOSE
F NO. DISP
AF DISPLAY
AL

AC

F DROP COMP

REMOTE CONTROL

FOLLOW FOCUS

MIC1
MIC2
CAMERA NUMBER

MAX GAIN
DROP POINT
R

OUNDNESS

STORE LENS FILE

CONTROL MODE

OFFSET ADJUST SENS
OFFSET CANCEL GAIN

CCU LINK

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FILE menu DIAGNOSIS menu

OPERATOR FILE
F01

SCENE FILE
F02

REFERENCE
F03

LENS FILE
F04

OHB FILE
F05

READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
PRESET
STORE PRESET FILE
1
2

3

4

01

5

STORE

STANDARD

READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
FILE ID
CAM CODE
DATE

STORE FILE
STANDARD

ALL PRESET

DISSOLVE

SPEED

READ (USB

t

BOX CURSOR FILE
F07

1:
2:
3:
4:
5:
STORE
READ (USB t CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)

CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
FILE ID
CAM CODE
DATE
STORE FILE
No.
NAME
F NO
CENTER MARKER
H POS
V POS
ST

ORE

STORE FILE

MATRIX FILE
F06

1
2

3

4
5

STORE FILE

CLEAR ALL
READ (USB

CUSTOM PRESET MATRIX

t

CAM)
WRITE (CAM t USB)
FILE ID
CAM CODE
DATE

OPTICAL LEVEL
D01

BOARD STAT US
D02

ROM VERSION
D03 (U15)

SERIAL NO.
D04

POWER SUPPLY STAT US
D05

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CCU t CAM
CAM t CCU
CABLE LENGTH
OHB
DPR
SY
PS
TX
CD
TR
HOURS METER
CAMERA APP
OS
UPDATER
SY
PS
DPRL
TX
CD1
CD2
TR
MODEL
NO.
EFFECTIVE FUNCTION
CAM INPUT VOLTAGE
CAM CONSUMPTION
CABLE LENGTH

OPERATION Menu

OPERATION

Page title
Page No.

<VF DISPLAY>

01 (U04)

<‘ ! ’IND>

02 (U05)

Item Settings Description

EX ON

ZOOM ON, OFF

FOCUS ON, OFF

ND ON

5600K ON

IRIS ON

WHITE ON, OFF

D.EXT ON, OFF, 3S

GAIN ON

SHUTTER ON

BATT ON, OFF

RETURN ON, OFF, 3S

TALK ON

MESSAGE ALL

FOLLOW F ON, OFF

FOCUS NAME OFF, 1S, 3S, 5S, ON

FOCUS FORM NORMAL

ND ON

WHITE ON

5600K ON

GAIN ON, OFF, ---

SHUTTER ON

FAN ON, OFF

EXT ON

Y TALLY ON

, OFF, 3S

, 3S

DISP LEFT, RIGT

, 3S Valid only when a serial lens is used.

, OFF, 3S

, OFF, 3S

, OFF, 3S

, 3S

, OFF, 3S

, OFF, 3S

, 3S

, OFF, 3S

, WRN, AT, OFF ALL: Displays all messages.

, 3S

ABS(ft)

, 2, 3, 4, 5 (combination allowed)

1

P, A

ON, OFF

, M, H (combination allowed)

L

ON, OFF

AUTO1

, ABS(AUTO), ABS(m),

, OFF [IND]: Sets whether to be included in the status

, OFF, ---

, B (combination allowed)

, OFF, ---

, OFF, ---

, AUTO2, MIN, MAX

, OFF

, OFF

WRN: Displays warning messages and higher.
AT: Displays Auto Setup information and higher.

Displays/hides Marker Name, and sets the display
time.

Sets the FOCUS display format.

NORMAL: Displayed in the range 0 to 255 (no

units).

ABS(AUTO): Displayed in the units (meters or feet)

set on the lens.

ABS(m): Displayed in meters.

ABS(ft):Displayed in feet.

indications on the viewfinder screen (see
page 21).

[NORMAL]: Specifies the conditions under which

the ‘!’ indication is not to be displayed even if
[IND] is ON. (By specifying the standard or
normal conditions here, non-standard or
abnormal conditions can be found with the ‘!’
indication on the viewfinder screen.)

e.g.: With the default setting of ND, the ‘!’ indication

is displayed when an ND filter other than 1 is
selected.

---: When a CCU is connected (cannot be changed)

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<VF MARKER>

03 (U06)

<VF DETAIL>

04 (U02)

<FOCUS POSITION
METER1>
05

Item Settings Description

MARKER ON

LEVEL MIN, 0 to 10, 4

CENTER ON, OFF

SAFETY ZONE ON, OFF

EFFECT ON, OFF

ASPECT ON, OFF

MASK ON, OFF

SAFETY ON, OFF

VF DETAIL ON

CRISP –99 to +99, 0

FREQUENCY 9M, 14M, 18M

FLICKER ON, OFF

AREA 10 to 100%, 100%

ZOOM LINK ON, OFF

COLOR DETAIL ON, OFF

PEAK COLOR ON, OFF

CHROMA LEVEL 100%, 50%, 25%, 0%

RETURN DISABLE ON, OFF

FOCUS POSITION
METER

NEAR LIMIT 0

FAR LIMIT 0 to 999

DIRECTION HORIZONTAL

SIZE NORMAL

RULED LINE OFF

INDEX COLOR BLACK, WHITE

INDEX WIDTH 1

MARKER WIDTH 1

CURRENT FOCUS
DIST

, OFF Sets MARKER to ON/OFF.

, BLACK, DOT

WHITE

1, 2, 3, 4 1: Entire cross

80.0, 90.0, 92.5, 95.0%

16:9, 15:9, 14:9, 13:9, 4:3

0 to 15, 12 Sets the level to darken outside the aspect area.

80.0, 90.0

0 to 100%, 25%

0 to 100%, 50%

YELLOW, RED, BLUE

OFF

to 999 Sets the NEAR limit of the focus position meter.

to 5 Sets the width of Index.

to 9 Sets the width for an axle of the marker.

, 92.5, 95.0%

, OFF

, ON Displays/hides the focus position meter.

, VERTICAL Sets the display direction of the focus position

, HALF Sets the display size of the focus position meter.

, ON Displays/hides Ruled Line.

2: Entire cross with a hole
3: Center
4: Center with a hole

For the safety marker in Aspect mode.

Selects whether to set VF DETAIL to OFF for
RETURN display.

Sets the FAR limit of the focus position meter.

meter.

HORIZONTAL: Displayed horizontally on the top of

the screen.

VERTICAL: Displayed vertically on the right of the

screen.

Sets the color of Index.

Displays the current focus distance (display only).

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<FOCUS POSITION
METER2>
06

<FOCUS ASSIST>

07 (U03)

<ZEBRA>

08 (U08)

Item Settings Description

ADJUSTED SIGN

SENSE 1 to 5, 2

NAME DISP OFF, 1S, 3S, 5S, ON

FRAME DISP OFF, 1S, 3S, 5S, ON

FRAME WIDTH 1 to 5, 2

MARKER CONFIG

[REG] MKR1, 2, 3 Execute via ENTER. Registers the marker on the current focus position.

[DISP] MKR1, 2, 3 OFF

[COLOR] MKR1,
2, 3

[NAME] MKR1, 2, 3Up to 8 characters (default setting:

[POS] MKR1, 2, 3 0

CURRENT FOCUS
DIST

INDICATOR ON, OFF

MODE BOX, B&W, COL

LEVEL MIN, 0 to 10, 4

GAIN 0 to 99, 50

OFFSET 0 to 99, 50

AREA MARKER ON, OFF

SIZE SMALL, MIDDLE, LARGE

POSITION LEFT, CENTER

POSITION H 0 to 99, 50

POSITION V 0 to 99, 50

ZEBRA ON, OFF

ZEBRA1

LEVEL 50 to 109%, 70%

WIDTH 0 to 30%, 10%

ZEBRA2 50 to 109%, 100%

, ON Displays/hides the marker. (This item is not

RED

, GREEN, BLUE, YELLOW,
ORANGE, PURPLE, GRAY,
BLACK, WHITE

MARKER 1 to 3)

to 999 Sets the position of Marker.

, LEFT, TOP, RIGHT

BTM

QUICK, SMOOTH

, RIGHT

1, 2, 1&2

Sets the sensitivity for the ADJUST decision.

The higher the value, the higher the sensitivity.

Displays/hides Marker Name, and sets the display
time.

Displays/hides Adjust Frame, and sets the display
time.

Sets the width of Adjust Frame.

(This item is not available when the marker
registering operation is assigned to the dedicated
switch.)

available when the marker registering operation is
assigned to the dedicated switch.)

Sets the color for the triangular area of the marker.

Sets the character of Marker Name.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

Displays the current focus distance (display only).

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OPERATION

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<CURSOR>

09 (U07)

<BOX CURSOR FILE>101: Selects BOX CURSOR FILE and enters a BOX

<SPIRIT LEVEL>
11

Item Settings Description

CURSOR ON, OFF

LEVEL WHITE, BLACK, DOT

MIN, 0 to 10, 4

BOX/CROSS BOX, CROSS

H POSITION 0 to 99, 50

V POSITION 0 to 99, 50

WIDTH 0 to 99, 50

HEIGHT 0 to 99, 50

BOX MEMORY 1/2/3: OFF, ON

H POSI 1/2/3: 0 to 99, 50

V POSI 1/2/3: 0 to 99, 50

WIDTH 1/2/3: 0 to 99, 50

HEIGHT 1/2/3: 0 to 99, 50

2:

3:

4:

5:

STORE Stores a BOX CURSOR FILE name in the camera.

READ (USB t CAM) Transfers BOX CURSOR FILE from a USB drive to

WRITE (CAM t USB) Transfers BOX CURSOR FILE from the camera to a

INDICATOR ON, OFF

MODE 1

REVERSE OFF

SCALE 50% to 150%, 100%

H POSITION 0 to 99, 50

V POSITION 0 to 99, 97

ANGLE Sets the inclination angle. (Display only)

OFFSET –90 to +90, 0

SET ZERO
ANGLE

CLEAR Execute via ENTER. Sets OFFSET to 0.

, 2 Switches the display method of the indicator.

, ON Inverts the movement of the indicator horizontally.

Execute via ENTER. Designates the current angle as level (0°).

CURSOR FILE name.

Sets the cursor to the left of the number when you
select BOX CURSOR FILE.

Sets the cursor to the right of the number when you
enter a BOX CURSOR FILE name.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

the camera.

USB drive.

When this is set to ON, BOX MEMORY for
CURSOR does not function.

Adjusts the horizontal width of the indicator.

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OPERATION

Pin P: OFF

Pin P: RETURN

Pin P: HD PROMPTER

Mode RET SW OFF RET SW ON

---

Mode RET SW OFF RET SW ON

1

2

3

4

Mode RET SW OFF RET SW ON

1

2

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<VF OUT>

12 (U01)

Item Settings Description

VF OUT COLOR

CHARACTER LEVEL 1 to 5, 4

PinP OFF, RETURN, HD PROMPTER Only OFF and RETURN displayed on the

POSITION 1

SIZE 1/2.5, 1/3

MODE PinP OFF: ---

, Y, R, G, B

, 2, 3, 4

, 1/4

PinP RETURN: 1, 2, 3, 4

PinP HD PROMPTER: 1, 2

HDC3170.

: Main picture : Return picture

: HD Prompter picture

<SWITCH ASSIGN1>

13 (U09)

GAIN L: –6, –3, 0

M: –6, –3, 0, 3, 6

H: –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12

INSIDE A OFF

INSIDE B

INSIDE C

INSIDE D

, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2
SW, ENG, PROD, VF DETAIL,
5600K, FAN MAX, D.EXTENDER,
VF ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN
SW2, SPIRIT LEVEL INDICATOR,
FOCUS ASSIST INDICATOR,
PinP, RET1 SW TOGGLE, RET2
SW TOGGLE, RET3 SW
TOGGLE, CURSOR ALL OFF,
FLAG, AWB

Cannot be used during stand-alone operation.

, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB

, 9, 12 dB

dB

Note

When you turn D.EXTENDER ON or OFF, noise
may be generated. This is not a malfunction.
D.EXTENDER does not operate when a 2x speed
motion format is selected.

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<SWITCH ASSIGN2>

14 (U10)

<REAR FUNCTION
ASSIGN>

15

Item Settings Description

LENS VTR S/S OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

FRONT RET1 OFF, RETURN1 SW

FRONT RET2 OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

HANDLE SW1 OFF, RETURN1 SW

HANDLE SW2 OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

ZOOM SPEED 0 to 99, 20

A PUSH RETURN1 CAM SW, RETURN1

B PUSH

C PUSH

A ROT RET CCU CH SEL, VF DETAIL

B ROT

C ROT

SW, ENG, PROD, VTR S/S

SW, ENG, PROD, D.EXTENDER

SW, ENG, PROD, D.EXTENDER,
VTR S/S

SW, ENG, PROD, ZOOM(T), VTR
S/S

SW, ENG

CAM SW TOGGLE, RETURN2
CAM SW, RETURN2 CAM SW
TOGGLE, RETURN3 CAM SW,
RETURN3 CAM SW TOGGLE,
VF DETAIL, FOCUS POSITION
METER, FOCUS POSITION
METER MKR1 REG, FOCUS
POSITION METER MKR2 REG,
FOCUS POSITION METER MKR3
REG, FOCUS ASSIST
INDICATOR

LEVEL, VF DETAIL CRISP,
FOCUS ASSIST IND GAIN

, PROD, ZOOM(W)

, RETURN2

, RETURN2

Assigns a function to the VTR START/STOP switch
on the mounted lens.

VTR S/S is available only when using the
camcorder as a stand-alone device, and adds the
REC signal to the SDI signal. Pressing this button
repeatedly, toggles recording on/off. While
recording, the tally lamp lights in red.

Assigns functions executed when you press RET/
ASSIGNABLE buttons A, B, and C.

Default values

When A PUSH is selected: RETURN1 CAM SW.
When B PUSH is selected: RETURN2 CAM SW.
When C PUSH is selected: RETURN3 CAM SW.

Assigns functions executed when you turn RET/
ASSIGNABLE buttons A, B, and C.

The items that can be selected vary depending on
the A PUSH, B PUSH, and C PUSH settings.

When the PUSH function is OFF: OFF
When RETURN1 CAM SW, RETURN1 CAM SW

TOGGLE, RETURN2 CAM SW, RETURN2
CAM SW TOGGLE, RETURN3 CAM SW,
RETURN3 CAM SW TOGGLE, FOCUS
POSITION METER, FOCUS POSITION
METER MKR1 REG, FOCUS POSITION
METER MKR2 REG, FOCUS POSITION
METER MKR3 REG is selected: RET CCU CH
SEL

When VF DETAIL is selected: VF DETAIL LEVEL

or VF DETAIL CRISP

When FOCUS ASSIST INDICATOR is selected:

FOCUS ASSIST IND GAIN

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<EXT SWITCH>

16

<RETURN>

17

<HEADSET MIC>

18 (U11)

Item Settings Description

RET CTRL
CONNECTOR

RET1 Pin5: OFF, RETURN1 SW

RET2 Pin6: OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

RET3 Pin4: OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

INCOM1 Pin1: OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

INCOM2 Pin2: OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2

RET1 SW SEL CCU RET1, CCU RET2,

RET2 SW SEL Varies based on the RET2 button setting.

RET3 SW SEL CCU RET1, CCU RET2,

RET1 SW + RET2 SW RET1 SW

INTERCOM DYNAMIC

LEVEL –60 dBu, –50 dBu, –40 dBu,

POWER ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF

UNBAL ON

EARPHONE ON, OFF

LEVEL –34 dBu, –40 dBu, –46 dBu

SW, RETURN3 SW, ENG, PROD,
EXTENDER, D.EXTENDER,
5600K, VF DETAIL, SPIRIT
LEVEL, FOCUS ASSIST, PinP, VF
ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN SW2,
VTR S/S, TALLY R, TALLY G,
TALLY Y

SW, RETURN3 SW, ENG, PROD,
EXTENDER, D.EXTENDER,
5600K, VF DETAIL, SPIRIT
LEVEL, FOCUS ASSIST, PinP, VF
ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN SW2,
VTR S/S, TALLY R, TALLY G,
TALLY Y

SW, RETURN3 SW
EXTENDER, D.EXTENDER,
5600K, VF DETAIL, SPIRIT
LEVEL, FOCUS ASSIST, PinP, VF
ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN SW2,
VTR S/S, TALLY R, TALLY G,
TALLY Y

SW, RETURN3 SW, ENG
EXTENDER, D.EXTENDER,
5600K, VF DETAIL, SPIRIT
LEVEL, FOCUS ASSIST, PinP, VF
ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN SW2,
VTR S/S, TALLY R, TALLY G,
TALLY Y

SW, RETURN3 SW, ENG, PROD
EXTENDER, D.EXTENDER,
5600K, VF DETAIL, SPIRIT
LEVEL, FOCUS ASSIST, PinP, VF
ASSIGN SW1, VF ASSIGN SW2,
VTR S/S, TALLY R, TALLY G,
TALLY Y

CCU RET3, CCU RET4

CCU RET3

–30 dBu,–20 dBu, (–60 dBu
(–50 dBu), (–40 dBu), (–30 dBu),
(–20 dBu)

–6, 0

, CCU RET4

, RET3 SW Changes operation when you press both the RET1

, CARBON, MANUAL

, 6 dBu Input gain

, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): With CARBON (cannot be changed)

, RETURN2

, ENG, PROD,

, PROD,

),

) Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC or CARBON (cannot

This function works when each pin of the RET CTRL
connector contacts with GND (Pin3).

TALLY R, G, Y are available only when using the
camera as a standalone device, and make the tally
lamp light. VTR S/S is available only when using the
camera as a standalone device, and makes the R
tally lamp light.

VTR S/S signal is embedded in the video.

,

Varies based on the RET1 button setting.

button and RET2 button at the same time.

RET1 SW: The two buttons function as the RET1
button.
RET3 SW: The two buttons function as the RET3

button.

Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC or CARBON (cannot

be changed)

be changed)

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<INTERCOM>

19

<TRACKER>

20

<EARPHONE>

21

<OPERATOR FILE>

22

Item Settings Description

INTERCOM RECEIVE
SELECT

ENG ---, LEFT

PROD ---, LEFT

PGM1 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM2 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM3 ---

TRACKER ---, LEFT

SIDE TONE MUTE, 1 to 99, 50

TRACKER RECEIVE
SELECT

[1-LR]

ENG ---, LEFT

PROD ---, LEFT

PGM1 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM2 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM3 ---

[2]

ENG ---, LEFT

PROD ---, LEFT

PGM1 ON, OFF

PGM2 ON, OFF

PGM3 ON, OFF

INPUT LEVEL –20 dBu, 0 dBu

OUTPUT LEVEL L-CH 0 dBu

OUTPUT LEVEL R-CH

OUTPUT LEVEL 2

EARPHONE
RECEIVE SELECT

ENG ---, LEFT

PROD ---, LEFT

PGM1 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM2 ---, LEFT, RIGHT

PGM3 ---

TRACKER ---, LEFT

SIDE TONE MUTE, 1 to 99, 50

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Reads the operator file from a USB drive.

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes the current settings of the operator file items

PRESET Execute via ENTER. Sets the operator file items to the preset values in

SEPARATE

, LEFT, RIGHT, BOTH

SEPARATE, MIX

, LEFT, RIGHT, BOTH

–6 dB, 0 dB, 6 dB

–20 dBu, –24 dBu

SEPARATE

, LEFT, RIGHT, BOTH

, MIX

, RIGHT, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, BOTH

, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, BOTH

, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, –6 dBu, –12 dBu, –18 dBu,

, MIX

, RIGHT, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

, BOTH

, BOTH

, RIGHT, BOTH

to a USB drive.

internal memory.

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PAINT

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<SW STATUS>

P01

<VIDEO LEVEL>

P02

<COLOR TEMP>

P03

<GAMMA>

P04

<BLACK GAMMA>

P05

Item Settings Description

FLARE ON

GAMMA ON

BLK GAM ON, OFF

KNEE ON, OFF

WHT CLIP ON

DETAIL ON

LVL DEP ON

SKIN DTL ON, OFF

MATRIX ON, OFF

WHITE R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0 R, G, B, and M (master) values can be

BLACK R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

FLARE R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

GAMMA R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

V MOD R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

FLARE ON, OFF

V MOD ON

TEST OFF

WHITE R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

AUTO WHITE
BALANCE

COLOR TEMP 0K to 65535K, 3200K

BALANCE –99 to +99, 0

ATW ON, OFF

SPEED 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

MASTER –3.0 to +12.0 dB, 0.0 dB

LEVEL R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0 R, G, B, and M (master) values can be

COARSE 0.35 to 0.90 (0.05 steps), 0.45

TABLE STANDARD, HYPER, USER

GAMMA ON

TEST OFF

LEVEL R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

RANGE LOW, L.MID, H.MID, HIGH

TEST OFF, SAW, 10STEP

, OFF

, OFF

, OFF

, OFF

, OFF

, OFF

, SAW, 10STEP

Execute via ENTER.

1, 2, 3, 4, 5

1, 2, 3, 4

ON, OFF

, 6, 7 With STANDARD or USER selected (only 1 to 5 are

, OFF

, SAW, 10STEP

independently set.

(M cannot be set for WHITE.)

independently set.

available for USER)

1: equivalent to a camcorder
2: gain ×4.5
3: gain ×3.5
4: equivalent to SMPTE-240M
5: equivalent to ITU-R709
6: gain ×5.0
7: ×5.0-709

With HYPER selected

1: 325% to 100%
2: 460% to 100%
3: 325% to 109%
4: 460% to 109%

R, G, B, and M (master) values can be
independently set.

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<SATURATION>

P06

<KNEE>

P07

<WHITE CLIP>

P08

<DETAIL 1>

P09

<DETAIL 2>

P10

<SKIN DETAIL>

P11

Item Settings Description

SATURATION –99 to +99, 0

ON, OFF

LOW KEY SAT –99 to +99, 0

RANGE LOW, L.MID, H.MID, HIGH

ON, OFF

TEST OFF, SAW, 10STEP

K POINT R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0 R, G, B, and M (master) values can be

K SLOPE R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

KNEE ON, OFF

KNEE MAX ON, OFF

KNEE SAT –99 to +99, 0

ON, OFF

AUTO KNEE OFF, AUTO

POINT LIMIT –99 to +99, 0

SLOPE –99 to +99, 0

W CLIP –99 to +99, 0

ON, OFF

ABS Highlighted: ABS (Absolute) mode

DETAIL ON

LEVEL –99 to +99, 0

LIMITER [M] –99 to +99, 0

LIMITER [WHT] –99 to +99, 0 Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

LIMITER [BLK] –99 to +99, 0

CRISP –99 to +99, 0

LEVEL DEPEND –99 to +99, 0

ABS Highlighted: ABS (Absolute) mode

H/V RATIO –99 to +99, 0

FREQ –99 to +99, 0

MIX RATIO –99 to +99, 0

KNEE APT –99 to +99, 0

DTL H/V MODE H/V, V only

ABS Highlighted: ABS (Absolute) mode

SKIN DTL ON, OFF

SKIN GATE OFF, 1, 2, 3, (MAT) 1, 2, 3: The skin gate function can be turned on for

NATURAL SKINDTL OFF

ZOOM LINK OFF

TELE 0 to 99

WIDE 0 to 99

CH SW 1: (ON), 2/3: ON, OFF Sets the skin tone detail function independently for

HUE 1/2/3: Execute via ENTER.

PHASE 1/2/3: 0

WIDTH 1/2/3: 0 to 90, 29

SAT 1/2/3: –99 to +99, –89

LEVEL 1/2/3: –99 to +99, 0

Y LIMIT 1/2/3: 0 to 99

, OFF

, OFF

ON

ON, OFF

, ON

, ON

to 359

independently set.

Absolute values are displayed in ABS mode except
for M (master).

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.

the specified channel only.

(MAT): Displayed when GATE of <MULTI MATRIX>

is ON.

each channel. (Channel 1 is always set to ON.)

Absolute values are indicated for LEVEL only in
ABS mode.

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<USER MATRIX>

P12

<MULTI MATRIX>

P13

<SHUTTER>

P14

<NOISE
SUPPRESSION>

P15

Item Settings Description

R-G –99 to +99, 0

R-B –99 to +99, 0

G-R –99 to +99, 0

G-B –99 to +99, 0

B-R –99 to +99, 0

B-G –99 to +99, 0

MATRIX ON, OFF

PRESET ---, ON, OFF

---

, SMPTE-240M, ITU-709,
SMPTE-WIDE, NTSC, EBU, ITU­601, CUSTOM1, CUSTOM2,
CUSTOM3, CUSTOM4,
CUSTOM5

USER ---

MULTI ---

ADAPTIVE MATRIX OFF

LEVEL 0 to 7, 0

PHASE 0, 23, 45, 68, 90, 113, 135, 158,

HUE –99 to +99, 0

SAT –99 to +99, 0

ALL CLEAR Execute via ENTER.

GATE ON, OFF

MATRIX ON, OFF

PRESET ---, ON, OFF

USER ---

MULTI ---

SHUTTER ON, OFF

ECS FREQ 59.94i: 59.96

SUPPRESSION 0

, ON, OFF

, ON, OFF

, ON

180, 203, 225, 248, 270, 293, 315,
338

, (SKIN) (SKIN): Displayed when SKIN GATE of <SKIN

, SMPTE-240M, ITU-709,

---

SMPTE-WIDE, NTSC, EBU, ITU­601, CUSTOM1, CUSTOM2,
CUSTOM3, CUSTOM4,
CUSTOM5

, ON, OFF

, ON, OFF

, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When a remote control unit/panel or a

59.94i: 1/100

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
50i: 1/60, 1/125

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

29.97PsF: 1/40, 1/60, 1/100,

1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500,

1/1000, 1/2000
25PsF: 1/33, 1/50, 1/100,

1/125, 1/250, 1/500,

1/1000, 1/2000
24PsF/23.98PsF: 1/32, 1/48,

1/96, 1/100, 1/125, 1/250,

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

59.94P: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250,

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
50P: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250,

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000

50i: 50.00 to 4700 Hz

29.97PsF: 29.97 to 2700 Hz
25PsF: 25.00 to 2300 Hz
24PsF/23.98PsF: 24.00 to 2200 Hz

59.94P: 59.96 to 4600 Hz
50P: 50.03 to 4600 Hz

to 100%

ON, OFF

, 1/125, 1/250,

, 1/250,

to 4300 Hz

Selects an axis (angle) at PHASE for which the
multimatrix adjustment to be made, and set HUE
and SAT. (HUE and SAT can be adjusted
independently for 16 axes.)

DETAIL> is ON.

CCU is not connected (cannot be changed)

Step shutter selection

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<HDR OPERATION>
P16

Not displayed on the
HDC3170.

<SCENE FILE>

P17

Item Settings Description

HDR MODE OFF, LIVE HDR Displays the CCU setting.

SDR GAIN 0.0

HDR CONTRAST 100 to 560 % Enabled only when LIVE HDR is selected.

HDR BLACK OFFSET –99.9 to +99.9, 0

HDR KNEE OFF

POINT –99 to +99, 0

SLOPE –99 to +99, 0

HDR WHITE CLIP OFF, ON

LEVEL –99 to 99, 0

1 Stores and reads scene files (paint data):

2

3

4

5

STORE Execute via ENTER.

01 01

STANDARD Execute via ENTER. Reads the standard paint data.

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Loads 32 scene files from a USB drive to internal

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes 32 scene files in the camera’s memory to a

FILE ID Max.14 characters Enters a comment for the scene files to be written to

CAM CODE Camera code Display only

DATE Date Display only

DISSOLVE OFF

SPEED 0.2 to 2.8 (0.2 step),

to –15 dB Enabled only when LIVE HDR is selected.

Gain setting applied to the SDR output.

HDR output contrast ensured by setting SDR GAIN
(display only).

Enabled only when LIVE HDR is selected.

HDR output black offset

, ON Enabled only when LIVE HDR is selected.

KNEE setting applied for HDR

When storing a file in camera memory, specify the
number before executing STORE.

When reading, only specify the number.

to 32

memory.

USB drive.

a USB drive.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

, ON Switching a scene file seamlessly.

3 to 10 (1 step), 0.2

MAINTENANCE Menu

MAINTENANCE

Page title
Page No.

<AUTO SETUP>

M01

<WHITE SHADING>

M02

Item Settings Description

AUTO BLACK Execute via ENTER.

AUTO WHITE Execute via ENTER.

AUTO LEVEL Execute via ENTER.

TEST OFF

V SAW R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

V PARA R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

H SAW R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

H PARA R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

WHITE R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

, SAW, 10STEP

R, G, and B values can be independently set.

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MAINTENANCE

Page title
Page No.

<BLACK SHADING>

M03

<OHB MATRIX>

M04

<AUTO IRIS>

M05

<LENS1>

M06

Item Settings Description

V SAW R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

V PARA R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

R, G, and B values can be independently set.

M (master) value can also be set for BLACK.

H SAW R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

H PARA R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

BLK SET R/G/B: –99 to +99, 0

BLACK R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0

MASTER GAIN –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB

OHB MATRIX ON, OFF

MATRIX ON, OFF

AUTO IRIS ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When a remote control unit/panel or a

WINDOW 1

, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Selects the auto iris windows:

CCU is not connected (cannot be changed)

123

456

The shaded parts indicate the area where light
detection occurs.

OVERRIDE –99 to 99, 0

, --- Sets the override to temporarily change the

reference value for brightness of the automatic iris
level in the range of ±2 steps:

–99: Two steps to fully closed iris.
99: Two steps to fully opened iris.

--- : OFF
The setting returns to “ --- ” when the power is

turned off.

IRIS LEVEL –99 to +99, 0

±4 steps

APL RATIO –99 to +99, 65

IRIS GAIN –99 to +99, 0

IRIS CLOSE ON, OFF

F NO. DISP CONTROL, RETURN Selects the iris indication on the panel when AUTO

IRIS is off:

CONTROL: Displays the value from the camera
RETURN: Displays the value returned from the lens.

(When AUTO IRIS is on, the value returned from the
lens is always displayed.)

AF DISPLAY ON, OFF

ALAC AUTO, OFF With AUTO selected, the status is displayed at the

right.

(ACTIVE): Compensation is in progress.
(WAIT): Waiting for completion of lens initialization.
(STOP): Compensation is turned off for a non-

applicable lens.

F DROP COMP OFF

, ON, (OFF) Turns F drop compensation on/off.

During compensation, the compensation gain is
displayed on the right.

(OFF): For when a serial lens is not attached.

MAX GAIN 0.0

DROP POINT 0 to 99, 50

ROUNDNESS 0.0

STORE LENS

to 24 dB Maximum compensation value

Compensation start point

to 12 dB Roundness of the compensation curve.

Execute using ENTER. Saves settings to a lens file.

FILE

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MAINTENANCE

Page title
Page No.

<LENS2>

M07

<MIC GAIN>

M08

<CAMERA NUMBER>
M09

<CALL/TALLY>
M10

<OUTPUT FORMAT>

M11 (U12)

<TEST OUT>

M12 (U13)

Item Settings Description

REMOTE CONTROL OFF

CONTROL
MODE

, ON, (OFF) Lens remote control from MSU/RCP on/off setting.

Same function as the Active button on the Zoom/
Focus Control screen of the MSU/RCP.

(OFF): When lens is not supported

ZOOM&FOCUS

FOLLOW FOCUS

, FOCUS,

ZOOM & FOCUS: Control ZOOM and FOCUS from

an MSU/RCP (control by lens demand is not
supported)

FOCUS: Control FOCUS from an MSU/RCP. ZOOM

is controlled by lens demand.

FOLLOW FOCUS: FOCUS is controlled by lens

demand, but can be adjusted (offset fine
adjustment) from an MSU/RCP. ZOOM is
controlled by lens demand.

Note

Settings other than FOLLOW FOCUS cannot be
modified when the offset is not 0 and REMOTE
CONTROL is OFF. To change settings, set
REMOTE CONTROL to ON.

FOLLOW FOCUS

OFFSET ADJUST
SENS

OFFSET
CANCEL GAIN

MIC1 20, 30, 40, 50, 60

MIC2 20, 30, 40, 50, 60

CAMERA NUMBER ---

CCU LINK OFF

CCU CALL OFF, ON

CAM CALL OFF

TALLY GUARD Selects whether to prevent changes while TALLY is

EXTENDER OFF

FILTER DISC OFF

CURRENT 1080: 59.94i, 50i

OUTPUT SD-SYNC, HD-SYNC, VBS

VBS-OUT OUTPUT is displayed during VBS.

CHARACTER ON, OFF

GAIN –99 to +99, 0

CHROMA –99 to +99, 0

DOWN CONVERTER OUTPUT is displayed for VBS.

SELECT MAIN

ASPECT SQ

SYNC-OUT OUTPUT is displayed during SD-SYNC and

V-PHASE –999 to +999, 0

H-PHASE –999 to +999, 0

1, 2, 3

, 4, 5 Sets the sensitivity of superimposing the offset of

, 4, 5 Sets the sensitivity of canceling the offset on the

1, 2, 3

dB Can be modified only in standalone operation.

dB

, 1 to 96 Sets the camera number.

, ON Turns the link with the CCU No. on/off.

, ON

, ON

, ON

720: 59.94P, 50P

, RET, VF

, EC

the MSU.

demand side.

When on, you can set the camera number from the
CCU.

Selects whether TALLY lights for CALL signal.

lit.

Displays the current format.

Only 1080:59.94P, 50P displayed when the
HDC3170 is connected to a CCU.

1080:59.94P, 50P are displayed in addition to the
settings on the left when the HDC3170 is operating
in standalone mode.

HD-SYNC.

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MAINTENANCE

Page title
Page No.

<SDI OUT>

M13 (U14)

<TRUNK>

M14

<GENLOCK>

M15

<DATE>

M16

<BATTERY ALARM>

M17

<OTHERS>

M18

<OPTION KEY>

M19

Item Settings Description

SDI-1 OFF, MAIN(3G), MAIN(1.5G),

SDI-MONI OUT MAIN, VF

CHARACTER ON, OFF

EMB AUDIO OFF, MIC, PGM

DOWN CONVERTER SDI-MONI OUT is displayed for SD-SDI.

SELECT MAIN

ASPECT SQ

TRUNK ON

INTERFACE 232c

AUX REMOTE Display only

NETWORK TRUNK Display only

LINK

REFERENCE Condition of synchronisation Display only

GENLOCK ENABLE

STATUS

FORMAT

PHASE

V –1024 to 1023, 0

H –1700 to 1700, 0

DATE/TIME 2000 to 2035 / 01 to 12 / 00 to 31,

DATE FORMAT 1 Y/Mn/D, 2 Mn/D, 3 D/M/Y, 4 D/M,

BEFORE END 11.5

END 11.0

FAN MODE OFF, AUTO1

CAM BARS ON, OFF

WHITE SETUP MODE AWB, A.LVL

FILTER WHT MEM ON, OFF Sets the function to use independent white memory

STANDALONE SW
DISABLE

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Reads the install key from a USB drive.

EFFECTIVE
FUNCTION

HD-PROMPTER

LEVEL-A, LEVEL-B

, RET, SD-SDI, OFF

, RET, VF

, EC

, OFF

, 422A

, DISABLE Displayed only when no CCU connected.

00 to 23 : 00 to 59

5 M/D/Y

, 6 M/D

to 17.0 V

to 11.5 V

, AUTO2 , MIN, MAX AUTO1: Normal rotation

, ON When set to ON, disables operation of the unit’s

OFF

PsF FORMAT, 1080P FORMAT Displayed only when option function is installed.

MAIN(3G): Displayed only for 59.94P, 50P (when

HZC-PRV50 series is installed)

HD-PROMPTER: Not displayed on the HDC3170.

Displayed when MAIN(3G) is selected.

Y: Year
Mn: Month (numeric)
M: Month (character string)
D: Day

AUTO2: Slow rotation

at each CC filter position to ON/OFF.

switches, such as the WHITE BAL switch, even
when a CCU, or control panel is not connected.

FILE Menu

Five types of files can be used for easy adjustments of the
camera; Operator, Reference, Scene, OHB, and Lens.
You can store the items set with the OPERATION menu and
customized USER menu in the Operator file.

For the specific items included in these files, refer to the
Maintenance Manual.

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FILE

Page title
Page No.

<OPERATOR FILE>

F01

<SCENE FILE>

F02

<REFERENCE>

F03

<LENS FILE>

F04

<OHB FILE>

F05

Item Settings Description

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Reads the operator file from a USB drive.

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes the current settings of the operator file items

PRESET Execute via ENTER. Sets the operator file items to the preset values in

STORE PRESET FILE Execute via ENTER. Stores the current settings of the operator file items

1 Stores and reads scene files (paint data):

2

3

4

5

STORE Execute via ENTER.

01 01

STANDARD Execute via ENTER. Reads the standard paint data.

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Loads 32 scene files from a USB drive to internal

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes 32 scene files in the camera’s memory to a

FILE ID Max.14 characters Enters a comment for the scene files to be written to

CAM CODE Camera code Display only

DATE Date Display only

DISSOLVE OFF

SPEED 0.2 to 2.8 (0.2 steps), 3 to 10

STORE FILE Execute via ENTER. Stores the current settings of the reference file items

STANDARD Execute via ENTER. Reads the standard values in the reference file in

ALL PRESET Execute via ENTER. Resumes the factory-preset reference file.

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Loads a reference file from a USB drive.

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes the current settings of the reference file items

FILE ID Max.14 characters Enters a comment for the reference file to be written

CAM CODE Camera code Display only

DATE Date Display only

STORE FILE Execute via ENTER. The center marker is not included.

No. 1 to 17, 1

NAME Changeable only when using a non-serial lens.

F NO F1.0 to F3.4, F1.7

CENTER MARKER Sets and stores the center marker position:

H POS –20 to +20, 0

V POS –20 to +20, 0

STORE Execute via ENTER.

STORE FILE Execute via ENTER. Stores the offset values of items specific to the

to 32

, ON Switching a scene file seamlessly.

(1 steps), 0.2

to a USB drive.

internal memory.

in the operator file in internal memory.

When storing a file in camera memory, specify the
number before executing STORE.

When reading, only specify the number.

memory.

USB drive.

a USB drive.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

in the reference file in internal memory.

internal memory.

as a reference file to a USB drive.

to a USB drive.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

1 to 16: When using a non-serial lens (When using a

large lens, this setting depends on the internal
setting of the lens.)

17: When using a serial lens

Changeable only when using a non-serial lens.

H POS: Increasing the value moves the position to

the right.

V POS: Increasing the value moves the position

downwards.

CCD. (No repeated store operation is necessary
even if the CCD is reattached)

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FILE

Page title
Page No.

<MATRIX FILE>

F06

<BOX CURSOR FILE>

F07

Item Settings Description

CUSTOM PRESET
MATRIX

STORE FILE Execute via ENTER.

1

2

3

4

5

CLEAR ALL Execute via ENTER. Clears all the files.

READ (USB t CAM) Execute via ENTER. Loads five preset files from a USB drive to internal

WRITE (CAM t USB) Execute via ENTER. Writes five preset files in the camera’s memory to a

FILE ID Max.14 characters Enters a comment for the preset files to be written to

CAM CODE Camera code Display only

DATE Date Display only

1: Selects BOX CURSOR FILE and enters a BOX

2:

3:

4:

5:

STORE Stores a BOX CURSOR FILE name in the camera.

READ (USB t CAM) Transfers BOX CURSOR FILE from a USB drive to

WRITE (CAM t USB) Transfers BOX CURSOR FILE from the camera to a

Stores and reads preset files:

When storing a preset file in camera memory,
specify the file number.

memory.

USB drive.

a USB drive.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

CURSOR FILE name.

Sets the cursor to the left of the number when you
select BOX CURSOR FILE.

Sets the cursor to the right of the number when you
enter a BOX CURSOR FILE name.

See “To specify a character string” on page 23.

the camera.

USB drive.

DIAGNOSIS Menu

This menu is only for viewing and camera settings cannot be
made using this menu.

DIAGNOSIS

Page title
Page No.

<OPTICAL LEVEL>

D01

<BOARD STATUS>

D02

Item Indication Description

CCU t CAM GREEN, YELLOW, RED, NG, NO SIGNAL Displayed only when a CCU is connected.

CAM t CCU GREEN, YELLOW, RED, NG, NO SIGNAL

CABLE LENGTH x.x km Displays the camera cable length.

OHB OK, NG

DPR OK, NG

SY OK, NG

PS OK, NG

TX OK, NG Not displayed on the HDC3170.

CD OK, NG Displayed only on the HDC3170.

TR OK, NG

HOURS METER xxxx H Displays the total working time.

However, some items set the conditions for viewing.

Not displayed on the HDC3170.

(Displayed only when a CCU is connected.)

Not displayed on the HDC3170.

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DIAGNOSIS

Page title
Page No.

<ROM VERSION>

D03 (U15)

<SERIAL NO.>

D04

<POWER SUPPLY
STATUS>
D05

Note

This display has a
margin of error for the
display of the electric
supply state of a
camera. Use only as a
guide.

Item Indication Description

CAMERA APP Vx.xx

OS Vx.xx

UPDATER Vx.xx

SY Vx.xx

PS Vx.xx

DPRL Vx.xx

CD1 OK, NG Displayed only on the HDC3170.

CD2 OK, NG

TR OK, NG

MODEL HDCxxxx

NO. xxxxxxx

EFFECTIVE FUNCTION Displayed if any option is installed.

CAM INPUT VOLTAGE 0% to 100%, 100% OVER Displays the ratio of the input voltage for a

camera to the output voltage for a CCU.

CAM CONSUMPTION 0% to 100% Displays camera power consumption.

CABLE LENGTH x.x km Displays the cable length that a CCU

measured. (Displayed only when a CCU is
connected.)

Not displayed on the HDC3170.

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Appendix

Precautions

Note on laser beams

Laser beams may damage the CMOS image sensor. If you
shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful not to let
a laser beam become directed into the CMOS image sensor of
the camera.

Do not subject to severe shocks

Damage to the case or internal components may result.

When finished using

Set the power switch to OFF.

Operation and storage environment

Store in a level place with air conditioning.
If the unit gets wet, make sure it is completely dry before
storage.
Avoid use or storage in the following places:

• Extremely hot or cold places

• Places with high humidity

• Places with strong vibration

• Near strong magnetic fields

• In places where it receives much direct sunlight, or near
heating equipment

Condensation

If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm location, or
if ambient temperature suddenly rises, moisture may form on
the outer surface of the unit and/or inside of the unit. This is
known as condensation. If condensation occurs, turn off the
unit and wait until the condensation clears before operating
the unit. Operating the unit while condensation is present may
damage the unit.

About consumable parts

• The fan and battery are consumable parts that will need
periodic replacement.
When operating at room temperature, a normal replacement
cycle will be about 5 years.
However, this replacement cycle represents only a general
guideline and does not imply that the life expectancy of
these parts is guaranteed. For details on parts replacement,
contact your dealer.

• The life expectancy of the electrolytic capacitor is about
5 years under normal operating temperatures and normal
usage (8 hours per day; 25 days per month).
If usage exceeds the above normal usage frequency, the life
expectancy may be reduced correspondingly.

Camera CMOS image sensor phenomena

Note

The following phenomena that may occur in images are
specific to image sensors. They do not indicate a malfunction.

White flecks

Although the image sensors are produced with high-precision
technologies, fine white flecks may be generated on the
screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc.
This is related to the principle of image sensors and is not a
malfunction.
The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following
cases:

• When operating at a high environmental temperature

• When you have raised the gain (sensitivity)

Flicker

If shooting under lighting produced by fluorescent lights,
sodium lamps, mercury-vapor lamps, or LEDs, the screen may
flicker or colors may vary.

To prevent electromagnetic interference from
portable communications devices

The use of portable telephones and other communications
devices near this camera can result in malfunctions and
interference with audio and video signals.
It is recommended that the portable communications devices
near this camera be powered off.

Digital Triax Transmission (HDC3170)

A powerful error-correction function is incorporated for the
transmission between the camera and CCU. However, if an
error occurs on long-distance transmission because of
external noise or for some other reason, the compensation by
interpolation that partially uses the previous picture may
operate.

In digital triax transmission, the following video delay in
transmission may occur.

• The video delay in transmission between the camera and
the CCU is approx. 9 ms to 12 ms.

• A delay of about 1 frame occurs on the viewfinder display if
a camera image is sent back from the CCU to the camera as
a return signal.

• An appropriate delay is applied to the MIC 1 and 2 audio
signals from the CCU to match the video delay.

• A certain time is required for the video signal transmitted
between the camera and the CCU to stabilize after power is
applied. This is not a malfunction.

Transmission Distances

The maximum and minimum transmission distances allowed
for triax cable connection are shown in the table below. The
distances may vary according to the conditions, such as the
total power requirements (including the power supply to the
camera from the CCU) and cable degradation.

Allowable transmission range when using triax cables with the

following characteristics:

Attenuation: 3.8 to 68.4 dB at 100 MHz (including the

connector loss)

Cable type (example) Max. distance Min. distance

Fujikura 8.5 mm dia. 900 m (2953 ft) 50 m (164 ft)

Fujikura 14.5 mm dia. 1800 m (5906 ft) 100 m (328 ft)

Belden 9232 13.2 mm dia. 1300 m (4265 ft) 75 m (246 ft)

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Error Messages

If a problem occurs during operation, a warning message is
displayed.

Note

To display a message, set the DISPLAY switch to DISPLAY or
MENU.

Message Meaning

TEMP WARNING The internal temperature is

abnormally high.

FAN STOP The built-in fan is not rotating

properly.

SET CORRECT SYSTEM DATE The time/date of the internal

clock have not been set.

OHB BLOCK NG! A problem is detected in the

optical block.

NO USB FLASH DRIVE A USB drive operation was

attempted with no USB drive
connected.

USB FLASH DRIVE ERROR An error occurred during access

FORMAT ERROR! A USB drive operation was

WRITE PROTECTED File writing was attempted with a

FILE ERROR An error occurred while reading

OTHER MODEL’S FILE You attempted to read a file of

FILE NOT FOUND The file you attempted to read

to a USB drive.

attempted with an unformatted
USB drive.

write-protected USB drive.

a file from a USB drive.

other models having no
compatibility.

does not exist in the USB drive.

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Using a USB Drive

You can connect a USB drive to the USB connector to save and load the settings data file.

The following Sony USB drives are recommended. (As of July, 2018)

Series Product

USM-QX series USM8GQX, USM16GQX, USM32GQX, USM64GQX, USM128GQX

USM-T series (Japan only) USM8GT, USM16GT, USM32GT, USM64GT, USM128GT

USM-U series USM4GU, USM8GU, USM16GU, USM32GU, USM64GU, USM128GU

USM-X series USM8X, USM16X, USM32X, USM64X

USM-W3 series USM8W3, USM16W3, USM32W3, USM64W3, USM128W3

USM-R series USM4GR, USM8GR, USM16GR, USM32GR, USM64GR

USM-W series USM8W, USM16W, USM32W, USM64W

USM-M1 series USM8M1, USM16M1, USM32M1, USM64M1

USM-SA3 series USM16SA3, USM32SA3, USM64SA3

USM-SA2 series USM16SA2, USM32SA2, USM64SA2

USM-SA1 series USM8SA1, USM16SA1, USM32SA1, USM64SA1

USM-CA1 series USM16CA1, USM32CA1, USM64CA1

USM-L series (discontinued) USM1GL, USM2GL, USM4GL, USM8GL, USM16GL, USM32GL

USM-LX series (discontinued) USM1GLX, USM2GLX, USM4GLX, USM8GLX, USM16GLX, USM32GLX, USM64GLX

USM-N series (discontinued) USM4GN, USM8GN, USM16GN, USM32GN

USM-P series (discontinued) USM4GP, USM8GP, USM16GP, USM32GP, USM64GP

USM-M series (discontinued) USM4GM, USM8GM, USM16GM, USM32GM

USM-Q series (discontinued) USM8GQ, USM16GQ, USM32GQ, USM64GQ

USM-S series (discontinued) USM4GS, USM8GS, USM16GS

USM-V series (discontinued) USM4GV, USM8GV

Notes

• USB drives other than those recommended may not be recognized when connected to the USB connector.

• USB drives must be formatted with the FAT16 or FAT32 file system. Recommended Sony USB drives are preformatted, and
can be used without any prior setup.

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Specifications

HDC3100/3170

General

Power requirements AC 240 V, 1.4 A (max.)

DC 12 V, 9.5 A (max.)

DC 240 V, 1.05 A (max.)

Operating temperature –20°C to +45°C (–4°F to +113°F)

Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)

Mass HDC3100: Approx. 4.8 kg (10 lb 9 oz)

HDC3170: Approx. 5.0 kg (11 lb 0.4 oz)

Dimensions See page 55.

Imager

Imager 2/3 inch CMOS sensor with global shutter

Method 3-chip, RGB

Electrical characteristics

Sensitivity F12.0 (at 2000 lx with 89.9% reflectance)

Image S/N 62 dB or higher

Horizontal resolution 1000 TV lines (at center of screen)

5% or higher modulation

Geometric distortion Negligible (not including lens distortion)

Optical system specifications

Spectral system 3-board prism

Built-in filters 1: CLEAR

Input/output connectors

CCU HDC3100: Optical/electrical multi-

LENS 12-pin (1)

VF 20-pin (1)

MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (1)

AUDIO IN CH1, CH2 XLR 3-pin, female (1 each)

INTERCOM XLR 5-pin, female (1)

EARPHONE 4-pole mini jack (1)

DC IN XLR 4-pin (1), DC 10.5 V to 17 V

DC OUT 4-pin (1), DC 10.5 V to 17 V, max. 0.5 A

SDI 1 BNC-type (1)

SDI MONI BNC-type (1)

TEST OUT BNC-type (1)

2: 1/4ND
3: 1/16ND
4: 1/64ND

connector (1)

HDC3170: Triax connector (1)

AUDIO switch for MIC: –60 dBu (can be

selected up to –20 dBu in the menu),
balanced

AUDIO switch for LINE: 0 dBu, balanced

(2-polo mono, 3-pole stereo, 4-pole CTIA
standard, 4-pole OMTP standard)

(This may be limited by the imposed load or
inputs.)

2-pin (1), DC 10.5 V to 17 V

Max. 2.5 A

(This may be limited by the imposed load or
inputs.)

PROMPTER/
GENLOCK

RET CTRL 6-pin (1)

REMOTE 8-pin (1)

TRACKER 12-pin (1)

USB USB 2.0 Type A 4-pin (1) (for connecting

Supplied accessories

Before Using This Unit (1)

Operating Instructions (CD-ROM) (1)

Cable clamp belt (1 set)

Screws (+B3×8) (2)

Attached label (1)

Camera number label (1)

BNC-type (1)

PROMPTER 1 Vp-p, 75 Ω

GENLOCK HD: SMPTE ST274,

tri-level sync, 0.6 Vp-p,
75 Ω

SD: Black burst

(NTSC: 0.286 Vp-p, 75Ω/
PAL: 0.3 Vp-p, 75

USB drive)

Ω

)

Optional Accessories/Related
Equipment

Optional accessories

Camera operating
software

HD Electronic
Viewfinder

Microphone Holder CAC-12

Return Video Selector CAC-6

Tripod Attachment VCT-14

Low-repulsion
Shoulder Pad

Related equipment

HDCU3100/3170 Camera Control Unit

HDCU2000-series HD Camera Control Unit

RCP-1500/1000 series Remote Control Panel

CNA-1 Camera Control Network Adaptor

Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.

HZC-PRV50/PRV50M/PRV50W

HZC-PSF50/PSF50M/PSF50W

HDVF-EL20 (0.7-type, color)

HDVF-EL30 (0.7-type, color)

HDVF-EL75 (7.4-type, color)

HDVF-L750 (7-type, color)

HDVF-L770 (7-type, color)

A-8286-346-A

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Notes

• Always verify that the unit is operating properly before
use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO,
COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON
ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR
PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS
UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR
AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR
ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY
KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY
THIRD PARTIES.

• SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE TERMINATION
OR DISCONTINUATION OF ANY SERVICES RELATED
TO THIS UNIT THAT MAY RESULT DUE TO
CIRCUMSTANCES OF ANY KIND.

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Dimensions

Unit: mm (inches)

138 (5 1/2)

363 (14 3/8)

105 (4

1

/

4

)

186 (7

3

/

8

)

268 (10

5

/

8

)

Unit: mm (inches)

152 (6)

363 (14 3/8)

105 (4

1

/

4

)

186 (7

3

/

8

)

268 (10

5

/

8

)

HDC3100

HDC3170

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Open Software Licenses

On the basis of license contracts between Sony and the
software copyright holders, this product uses open software.
To meet the requirements of the software copyright holders,
Sony is obligated to inform you of the content of these
licenses.
For the content of these licenses, see “License1.pdf” in the
“License” folder of the supplied CD-ROM.
Adobe Reader must be installed on your computer to view
PDF files.
If Adobe Reader is not installed on your computer, you can
download it by accessing the following URL.
http://get.adobe.com/reader

MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License

THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4
VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE
PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A
CONSUMER FOR

(i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4
VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”)
AND/OR
(ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A
CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON­COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM
A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE
MPEG-4 VIDEO.

NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE IMPLIED FOR
ANY OTHER USE. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
INCLUDING THAT RELATING TO PROMOTIONAL,
INTERNAL AND COMMERCIAL USES AND LICENSING
MAY BE OBTAINED FROM MPEG LA, LLC. SEE HTTP://
WWW.MPEGLA.COM

MPEG LA is offering licenses for (i) manufacturing/sales of
any storage media storing MPEG-4 Visual video information
(ii) distribution/broadcasting of MPEG-4 Visual video
information in any manner (such as online video distribution
service, internet broadcasting, TV broadcasting). Other usage
of this product may be required to obtain license from
MPEGLA. Please contact MPEG LA for any further
information. MPEG LA, L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET, SUITE
300, DENVER, COLORADO 80206, http://www.mpegla.com

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