Sony HDC-P43 User Guide
MULTI PURPOSE CAMERA
HDC-P43
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition (Revised 1)
Table of Contents
Overview..................................................................... 3
Features ...........................................................................3
Main Functions.................................................................3
System Configuration.......................................................5
Locations and Functions of Parts............................ 8
Front.................................................................................8
Rear .................................................................................8
Preparations............................................................... 9
Attaching a Lens ..............................................................9
Adjusting the Flange Focal Length...................................9
Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ..................................10
Adjustments and Settings for Shooting ................ 12
Setting Camera Input/Outputs........................................12
Setting the Focus Assist Functions................................12
Monitor Screen Status Display ............................... 15
Menu Operations ..................................................... 16
Starting Menu Operations ..............................................16
Selecting Pages .............................................................17
Setting Menu Items ........................................................18
Editing the USER Menu .................................................19
Menu List .................................................................. 22
Menu Tree......................................................................22
OPERATION Menu ........................................................27
PAINT Menu...................................................................32
MAINTENANCE Menu ...................................................38
FILE Menu......................................................................41
DIAGNOSIS Menu .........................................................44
Appendix .................................................................. 45
Precautions ....................................................................45
Error Messages..............................................................45
Using a USB Drive ................................................... 46
Specifications .......................................................... 47
HDC-P43........................................................................47
Optional Accessories/Related Equipment......................47
Dimensions ....................................................................48
Pin Assignment ..............................................................48
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Overview
accurate color conversion, even when shooting under
conditions that would otherwise exceed the color conversion
range of traditional matrix functions, such as under strong
monochromatic blue light sources.
The HDC-P43 is a camera unit equipped with a 2/3-inch,
9.8 megapixel, 3-chip CMOS image sensor for Super Motion
video camera systems.
In addition to standard HD and HD high frame rate (HD-HFR)
imaging, it also supports 4K multi-format imaging.
Features
High definition, high picture quality, and high
performance
The HDC-P43 features the latest 2/3-inch 9.8 megapixel
CMOS image sensor and wide color gamut prism block, and a
high performance digital signal processor LSI.
It connects to a HDCU4300
Baseband Processor Unit and HDCU2000/2500
Control Unit via a single-mode fiber cable (ST connector) and
HKCU-SM100 CCU Extension Adapter, and supports various
formats from HD high-speed imaging to 4K imaging, enabling
the reproduction of high image quality, high-definition images.
(The addition of image formats is supported using options.)
1)
For details about supported software versions, contact a Sony sales
representative or Sony service representative.
High-speed imaging
HD format (1080P, 1080i, 720P) imaging is supported at 2×
and 3× frame rates (100, 119.88, 150, 179.82 fps) as
standard. 4×, 6×, and 8× (200, 239.76, 300, 359.64, 400,
479.52 fps) are supported using option packages.
1)
, or a BPU4000/45001)
1)
Camera
Multimatrix color correction
In addition to the standard 6-axis matrix function, the unit has
a multimatrix function that permits you to adjust the hue and
chroma independently for color components in 16-axis
directions. This is quite useful in color matching among
multiple cameras.
Knee saturation
This compensates the change of hue and decrease in chroma
that occur in highlighted areas. This enables reproduction of
natural skin tones under strong lighting.
Low key saturation
This compensates for saturation in low-key zones. It
compensates for color reproduction in all zones, in
combination with the matrix color compensation and knee
saturation functions.
Selectable gamma table
Equipped with seven types of standard gamma tables and four
types of hyper gamma tables. Hyper gamma enables cinemalike image reproduction with wide dynamic range that cannot
be achieved with conventional video gamma.
User gamma
Gamma tables created using CvpFileEditorTM can be saved to
a “Memory Stick,” and registered in the camera from
MSU-1000/1500 and RCP-1500 series devices.
Versatile detail control functions
4K image shooting
4K/23.98P, 24P, 25P, 29.97P, 50P, and 59.94P are supported
using an option package. When a BPU4000/4500 is
connected, 2-times speed shooting (100, 119.88) is also
supported using a combination of option packages.
In addition to pure 4K high-definition imaging using the 4K 3chip RGB-Full image sensor, it is equipped with the latest wide
gamut prism to achieve color reproduction that covers the
2020 color gamut, and HDR technology to achieve highbrightness and high-contrast image reproduction.
Compact, box-shaped case
The compact, lightweight, slim casing with width of 119 mm
supports operation in a variety of applications. ND/CC dual
optical servo filters are also incorporated in the compact case.
Main Functions
Various color-reproduction adjustment
functions
Adaptive-matrix function
This function controls the matrix calculation coefficients for
more accurate color conversion when shooting. It provides
Skin-tone detail function/Natural skin detail
function
Similar to the HDC4300, this function allows control (emphasis
or suppression) of the detail level for a certain hue or chroma
area in the image, by creating a detail gate signal from color
components of your specified hue, such as skin tones. The
detail levels of three hues can be adjusted independently at
the same time.
The camera features a natural skin detail function that adjusts
the detail gate signal in order to distinguish clearly between
parts of skin you want to smooth from the parts you do not
want to smooth, such as eyebrows.
Detail boost-frequency control
The boost frequency can be adjusted from 20 to 30 MHz. This
allows the thickness of the detail signal to be set appropriately
for the subject, thus enabling high-definition image
reproduction.
H/V ratio control
Adjusts the ratio between the applied horizontal and vertical
detail.
White/black limiter
The white and black details can be limited independently.
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Focus assist functions
The focus assist functions can be used when a monitor is
connected to the SDI 1 connector and the output setting is set
to VF.
For details, see “Setting the Focus Assist Functions”
(page 12).
VF detail
Supports focusing on various scenes using a function that
adds color to the VF detail signal displayed on a monitor, a
function that applies modulation to flicker the VF detail signal,
and a function that changes the level of the VF detail signal
according to the zoom position.
Focus assist indicator
Displays a focusing level indicator on a monitor as a guide to
the focus position. This allows the focus point to be
determined easily by observing the fluctuation of the indicator.
Focus position meter
Displays the lens focus control position as a meter on a
monitor, when a supported lens
This allows you to place a marker for any focus value which
acts as a guide for focus control.
1)
Lenses that support serial, lens command control.
1)
is attached.
Follow focus function
Enables focus control from the camera (focus demand), and
both the MSU-1000/1500 and RCP-1000/1500 series device,
when a supported lens1) is attached. This allows focusing with
main control from the camera, and additional fine control from
MSU-1000/1500 and RCP-1000/1500 series devices.
1)
Lenses that support serial, lens command control Ver. 1.04 or later.
Various monitor functions
Variety of input/output interfaces
In addition to 3G/HD-SDI output and HD-SDI input, the
HDC-P43 features a variety of input/output interfaces,
including the following.
Network TRUNK function
The network TRUNK function (LAN port) allows for data
transmission between the camera and CCU at speeds of up to
100 Mbps.
Note
The network TRUNK transfer rate differs depending on the
video format. Jumbo frames are not supported.
HD prompter function
The HDC-P43 supports an HD prompter function where HDSDI equivalent digital data is sent from the HDCU4300 or
HDCU2000/2500 to the HDC-P43, separate from the return
video signal.
Note
The HD prompter function can only be used when a single
format is selected and the network TRUNK function is set to
OFF.
Options
You can add new functions and compatibility with other video
formats by embedding the following options.
For details about installing options, please contact your Sony
dealer or a Sony sales representative.
For specifications or more detailed information on options,
refer to the manual of each option.
SZC-4001/4001M/4001W 4K upgrade software
Enables shooting of 4K images.
Wide variety of monitor display options
You can display configuration settings, in addition to operation
messages, a zebra pattern, a safety-zone marker, and a
center marker on a monitor. Also, there are indicators along
the top and bottom of the monitor, such as a tally lamp, battery
warning indicator, and an indicator that warns you when one
or more settings are not within standard range.
Menu-based operation function
You can make selections and settings related to monitor
display items, safety zone marker, center marker, and screen
size marker, etc. quickly and easily while viewing the setup
menu.
PinP function
The return video signal or HD prompter picture can be
displayed on a monitor in picture-in-picture mode.
Note
The PinP function cannot be used during standalone
operation.
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System Configuration
Note
Production of some of the peripherals and related devices shown in the figures may have been discontinued.
For advice on choosing devices, please contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales representative.
HDCU4300 connection example
Sync signal input
Return video input
AC-DN10
AC Adapter
Lens
(for ENG/EFP)
V shoe
VCT-14
Tripod Attachment
Tripod for portable
camera
HDC-P43
AC power supply
Single-mode fiber
cable (ST
connector, 1 pair)
USB drive
Dual HD-SDI video outputs
Optical fiber
cable
HKCU-SM100
CCU Extension
a)
Adapter
4K video
monitor
BNC×4
HDCU4300
Camera Control Unit
LAN cable
Hub
2K video
monitor
b)
BNC
CCA-5
BNC
RCP-1000 series
Remote Control Panel
Video
monitor
Waveform
monitor
Video router
LAN cable
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
a)
The transmission distance with a single-mode fiber cable (ST connector) and optical fiber cable is approximately 5 km (max.).
b)
The SZC-4002/4002M/4002W HFR software option must be installed for HFR (High Frame Rate) imaging at 4×/6×/8× speeds.
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BPU4000/4500 connection example
AC-DN10
AC Adapter
AC power supply
4K video
monitor
2K video
monitor
Lens
(for ENG/EFP)
V shoe
VCT-14
Tripod Attachment
Tripod for portable
camera
HDC-P43
Single-mode fiber
cable (ST
connector, 1 pair)
USB
drive
Dual HD-SDI video outputs
Optical fiber
cable
HKCU-SM100
CCU Extension
a)
Adapter
BNC×4
Sync signal input
Return video input
Optical fiber cable
HDCU2000
Camera Control Unit
Sync signal input
LAN cable
Return video input
BNC
BPU4000
Baseband Processor Unit
CCA-5
BNC
Video
monitor
b)
RCP-1000 series
Remote Control Panel
Waveform
monitor
Video router
BNC
CCA-5
HDCU2500
Camera Control Unit
RCP-1000 series
Hub
MSU-1000 series
Master Setup Unit
LAN cable
a)
The transmission distance with a single-mode fiber cable (ST connector) and optical fiber cable is approximately 5 km (max.).
b)
The SZC-4002/4002M/4002W HFR software option must be installed for HFR (High Frame Rate) imaging at 4×/6×/8× speeds.
Remote Control Panel
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BPU4000/4500 connection example (extension mode)
AC-DN10
AC Adapter
AC power supply
Lens
(for ENG/EFP)
HDC-P43
Single-mode fiber
cable (ST
connector, 1 pair)
Optical fiber
cable
4K video
monitor
BNC×4
2K video
monitor
BNC
RCP-1000 series
Remote Control Panel
CCA-5
VCT-14
V shoe
USB
drive
HKCU-SM100
CCU Extension
a)
Adapter
BPU4000
Baseband Processor
b)
Unit
Optical fiber
cable
Sync signal input
Return video input
Tripod Attachment
Dual HD-SDI video outputs
Tripod for portable
camera
a)
The transmission distance with a single-mode fiber cable (ST connector) and optical fiber cable is approximately 5 km (max.).
b)
The SZC-4002/4002M/4002W HFR software option must be installed for HFR (High Frame Rate) imaging at 4×/6×/8× speeds.
HDCE-100
Camera Extension
Adapter
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Locations and Functions of Parts
Front
a Front tally lamp
The tally lamp lights when a call signal is generated in
response to the pressing of a CALL button or a tally signal
input to the EXT I/O connector.
You can attach the supplied number plate to display the
camera number.
Note
The front tally function cannot be operated during a battery
alarm operation.
b LENS connector (12-pin)
Connect the lens cable. The camera can control the lens
functions through this cable.
Connect the lens cable so that v is at the top.
c Lens cable clamp
To secure the cable of the lens (not supplied).
d Lens mount stopper rubber
After attaching a lens, attach the rubber to prevent the lens
from becoming loose.
Before removing the lens, remove this rubber from the boss on
the front panel.
e 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.
f Lens fixing lever
Move the lever down to secure the lens in the lens mount.
Rear
a Rear tally lamp
The tally lamp lights when a call signal is generated in
response to the pressing of a CALL button or a tally signal
input to the EXT I/O connector.
The rear tally lamp also serves as a battery alarm function.
If the voltage of the XLR input connected to the camera
decreases, the rear tally lamp flashes. If the voltage
approaches the limit, the rear tally lamp switches to highspeed flashing.
The alarm voltage for starting flashing can be set in the
BEFORE END item of the BATTERY ALARM page of the
MAINTENANCE menu, and the alarm voltage for switching to
high-speed flashing can be set in the END item.
If you want to give priority to the tally function and call function,
set the BATTERY ALARM item of the BATTERY ALARM page
of the MAINTENANCE menu to OFF.
For details, see “MAINTENANCE Menu” (page 38).
b DISPLAY/MENU switch
Select the display on the monitor connected to the SDI 1
connector.
DISPLAY: Displays various textual information and markers,
such as messages showing the camera settings and
operating status, the center marker, and the safety zone
marker, in addition to camera images.
z (OFF): Displays images only.
MENU: Displays menus for camera settings, in addition to
camera images.
c MENU SEL (menu select) knob/ENTER button (rotary
encoder)
Turn the knob to select items and settings in the menu
displayed on the monitor, and press the knob to apply
(confirm) the selection.
d
EXT I/O (external input/output) connector (D-sub, 15-pin)
Connect an external device.
For details about pin assignment, see “Pin Assignment”
(page 48).
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e PROMPTER OUT connector (BNC type)
Outputs a prompter 1 signal when connected to a camera
control unit.
When a camera control unit having two prompter inputs is
connected, the signal of input 1 is output from this connector.
Preparations
f USB connector (for connecting a USB drive)
Connect a USB drive to save or load the settings data file.
For details, see “Using a USB Drive” (page 46).
g CAMERA POWER switch and indicator
Turns the power ON/OFF.
ON: Set the switch to the ? side. The indicator lights green.
OFF: Set the switch to the 1 side.
h CONDITION indicators
Displays the status of the IN connector optical power level.
Indication Meaning
Both top and
bottom lit green
Only bottom lit
green
Only top lit yellow State has deteriorated
Only bottom lit red State is extremely poor (the connection
i IN/OUT connectors (ST connectors for single-mode
fiber cables)
Connect to an HDCU4300 Camera Control Unit or BPU4000/
4500 Baseband Processor Unit via an HKCU-SM100 CCU
Extension Adapter. Connect the IN/OUT connectors of the
camera to the OUT/IN connectors of the HKCU-SM100 CCU
Extension Adapter using single-mode fiber cables (ST
connector, 1 pair).
Note
Always connect cables between the unit and the HDCU4300
Camera Control Unit or BPU4000/4500 Baseband Processor
Unit with the devices turned off. Do not disconnect and then
reconnect cables while devices are turned on.
j DC IN (DC power supply input) connector (XLR 4-pin)
Used for connection to the AC-DN10 AC Adapter to supply
power to the camera.
k NETWORK TRUNK connector (RJ-45 8-pin)
Connects a device connected to the CCU’s NETWORK
TRUNK connector to the network.
l SDI 1 (serial digital interface) connector and SDI 2
connector (BNC type)
The SDI 1 connector outputs the display selected using the
DISPLAY/MENU switch as an HD-SDI signal. Various output
signals can also be selected in the menu.
The SDI 2 connector outputs various output signals that can
be selected in the menu as a 3G-SDI signal or HD-SDI signal,
and can also be used as a HD-Trunk signal input.
For details about output signal settings, see “Setting Camera
Input/Outputs” (page 12).
State is very good.
State is fairly good.
between the camera and CCU (or BPU) needs
to be checked).
Attaching a Lens
For information about handling lenses, refer to the operation
manual for the lens.
1 Remove the lens mount stopper rubber.
2 Push the lens fixing lever A upwards and remove the
lens mount cap from the lens mount.
3 Align the lens alignment pin C with the notch B in
the upper part of the lens mount and insert the lens
into the mount.
4 While supporting the lens, push the lens fixing lever
A downwards to secure the lens.
5 Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.
6 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamp.
7 Reattach the lens mount stopper rubber.
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:
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• 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.
For details about focus assist indicators, see “Displaying the
focus assist indicators” (page 13).
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.
Mounting the Camera to a Tripod
When using the supplied camera mounting
plate
Adjustment 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.
About 3 meters (10 ft)
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.
Camera mounting
plate
Tripod plate
1 Attach the camera mounting plate directly to the
camera.
(Two 3/8-inch tripod screws: screw depth of 10 mm
(13/32 inches) or less)
2 Place the camera on the tripod and mount the camera
by sliding it forward along the groove of the tripod
plate until it clicks into place.
3 Make sure that the camera is securely attached by
moving it back and forth.
Note
7 Turn the Ff ring to bring the chart into focus. Take
care not to move the distance ring.
8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the image is in focus at both
telephoto and wide angle.
9 Tighten the Ff ring lock screw.
If the screws of the camera mounting plate are 1/4-inch tripod
screws, use inch conversion screws (Sony Part No.:
4-170-419-02) to attach the plate. For details on purchasing
inch conversion screws, and other information, contact a Sony
service representative or Sony sales representative.
When using V shoe and VCT-14 tripod
attachment
Use an optional V shoe (Sony Part No.: A-8279-993-D) and
VCT-14 tripod attachment to mount the camera to the tripod.
Notes
• Select an appropriate hole from among those at the bottom
of the tripod attachment, taking into consideration the
balance of the weight of the camera and the tripod
attachment. If an inappropriate hole is selected, the center
of gravity may be off center, which may cause the camera to
fall over and may cause an injury.
• Check that the size of the selected hole matches that of the
screw of the tripod. If they do not match, the tripod
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attachment cannot be attached to the tripod securely, which
may cause the camera to fall off and may cause an injury.
• Use the following screws when attaching an optional V
shoe.
Attachment screws: Four Alok + K4 × 8 screws
(Sony Part No.: 3-729-072-02)
Do not use screws that are 5 mm or longer for the camera.
For details about purchasing parts, contact a Sony service
representative or Sony sales representative.
V shoe
Tripod attachment
Tripod plate
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.
Original position
Pin
1 Attach the V shoe to the camera with the attachment
screws.
2 1 Attach the tripod attachment to the tripod, and 2
secure it with the screw.
3 Place the camera on the tripod attachment and mount
the camera by sliding it forward along the groove of
the tripod attachment until it clicks into place.
4 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.
Lever
Red button
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Adjustments and Settings for Shooting
Setting Camera Input/Outputs
You can change the input/output settings of the video signals
on the SDI 1 and SDI 2 connectors of the camera using the
menu.
Notes
• The display selected by the DISPLAY/MENU switch is
always output on the SDI 1 connector.
• The camera image that is output in standalone mode is a
temporary HD image for checking operation.
The menu pages used for the output settings have been
registered to the USER menu at the factory.
• <SYSTEM FORMAT>
•<SDI OUT>
Set the following menu items to the settings shown in the
table.
For details about menu operations and the USER menu, see
“Menu Operations” (page 16).
Outputting the signal being shot (camera
picture)
The camera signals from the SDI 1 and SDI 2 connectors are
output temporarily as HD video for checking camera signal
operation.
Menu page Page No. Item Setting
<SDI OUT> M11 SDI-1 OUT MAIN(i)
SDI-2 OUT/IN MAIN(i) OUT
3G-SDI OUT 1
a)
Note
With the settings for outputting the same image as a
viewfinder, the output is 1080i, even if the format setting is
720P.
Menu page Page No. Item Setting
<SDI OUT> M11 SDI-1 OUT VF
Outputting an HD prompter image
When a camera control unit is connected to the SDI 1 and SDI
2 connectors of the camera, you can output the HD prompter
signal that is input to the camera control unit.
Note
The HD prompter function can only be used when a single
format is selected and the network TRUNK function is set to
OFF.
Menu page Page No. Item Setting
<SDI OUT> M11 SDI-1 OUT HD-PROMPTER
SDI-2 OUT/IN HD-PROMPTER
OUT
a) When the output from the SDI 1 connector is set to HD PROMPTER, the
output image may not be displayed correctly if a camera HD prompter signal
whose format does not match the camera format is input from the camera
control unit. In this case, use the SDI 2 connector as the HD PROMPTER
output.
a)
Inputting an HD-TRUNK signal
When a camera control unit is connected, you can output an
HD-TRUNK signal that is input on the SDI 2 connector of the
camera to the camera control unit.
Menu page Page No. Item Setting
<SDI OUT> M11 SDI-2 OUT/IN HD-TRUNK IN
Setting the Focus Assist Functions
a) The SDI 2 connector supports 3G-SDI (Level-B) output when SYSTEM
FORMAT is 59.94P or 50P.
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.
For details about selecting/switching the return signal, see
<SWITCH ASSIGN> (page No. 12) (page 32) in the
OPERATION menu.
Menu page Page No. Item Setting
<SDI OUT> M11 SDI-1 OUT RET
SDI-2 OUT/IN RET OUT
Outputting the same image as a viewfinder
When the output setting of the SDI 1 connector of the camera
is set to VF, you can obtain a signal that includes the same
information as that displayed in a viewfinder according to the
settings of the VF MARKER, CHARACTER, VF DETAIL,
ZEBRA, etc.
Using the OPERATION menu, the assist functions for easier
focusing can be displayed on a monitor connected to the SDI
1 connector (VF setting).
Adding the VF detail signal
Adding the VF detail signal to sharp edges in the image on a
monitor 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/MENU 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.
3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the
arrow marker (,) to TOP and press the MENU SEL
knob/ENTER button.
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The TOP MENU screen appears.
<TOP MENU>
USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
signal on an LCD screen, including a color viewfinder
screen. The display color can be selected in 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 a
viewfinder).
4 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the
arrow marker (,) to OPERATION and press the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
The CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu is
displayed.
CONTENTS 00 TOP
01.<VF DISPLAY>
02.<VF MARKER>
03.<VF DETAIL>
<FOCUS POSITION METER1>
04.
05.
<FOCUS POSITION METER2>
06.<FOCUS ASSIST>
07.<ZEBRA>
08.<CURSOR>
09.<BOX CURSOR FILE>
10.<SPIRIT LEVEL>
5 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the
arrow marker (,) to <VF DETAIL> and press the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
The <VF DETAIL> page is displayed.
<VF DETAIL> 03 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%
6 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.
7 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display
the desired setting and press the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.
8 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY/MENU
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.
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.)
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.)
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 WIDE position.
(The VF detail level changes according to the zoom
position.)
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
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 ASSIST> and press the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
The <FOCUS ASSIST> page is displayed.
<FOCUS ASSIST> 06 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
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 level indicator
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Setting INDICATOR to ON displays the level indicator on
a viewfinder.
You can set the display format with the menu items below.
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 a viewfinder screen.
You can set the size and position of the detection area with
the menu items below.
SIZE: Changes the detection area size. (If the area size is
too large, both the subject and the background are
included in the area, making the indicator display
susceptible to 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 direction.
POSITION V: Finely adjust the position of the detection
area in the vertical direction.
4 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display
the desired setting and press the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.
5 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY/MENU
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 last is
preferentially displayed.
• The area marker and the aspect safety marker cannot be
displayed simultaneously. Whichever you set to ON last is
preferentially displayed.
• When displaying the focus assist indicators, check that the
flange focal length has been precisely adjusted.
For details about the flange focal length, see “Adjusting the
Flange Focal Length” (page 9).
Displaying the focus position meter
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.
Current focus position (index)
NEAR FAR
Registered focus position (marker)
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.
<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
05 TOP
236 (0~999)
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.
INDEX COLOR: Sets the color of the index.
INDEX WIDTH: Sets the width of the index.
MARKER WIDTH: Sets the width of the marker.
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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.
5 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to
OFF to exit Menu mode.
Monitor Screen Status Display
Besides the video image, a monitor connected to the SDI 1
connector (VF setting) 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/MENU 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.
a
b
EX Z55
c
FC OFFSET ADDED 100(FAR)
d
5600K
1B
e
f
0dB
1/125
F255
12.5V
DOOR No1
F5.6RET1
g
h
i
j
k
l
m
a Zoom position
Indicates the approximate position of the zoom lens variator
between wide angle (0) and telephoto (99).
b Lens extender
“EX” is displayed when a lens extender is in use.
c Follow focus indicator
Displayed if an offset is superimposed when follow focus is
enabled.
d 5600K mode
Displayed when 5600K is set to ON.
e Filter
Displays the type of filter currently selected. The number (1, 2,
3, 4, 5) indicates the ND filter, and the letter (A, B, C, D)
indicates the CC filter selection.
f Gain value
Indicates the current gain setting (dB).
g Focus position
Shows the focus position of a zoom lens as a numeric value (0
to 255 (infinity)).
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