Sony HSC-100R Instruction Manual

HD COLOR CAMERA

HSC300RF HSC100RF HSC300R HSC100R

OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition

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

Features........................................................................... 3

System Configuration Example ...................................... 5

Locations and Functions of Parts ........................... 8

Front Right ...................................................................... 8

Front Left ........................................................................9

Rear ................................................................................ 9

Operation Panel ............................................................ 10

Connector Panel ........................................................... 11

Connection and Setup ............................................ 12

Connecting a Camera Control Unit (CCU) .................... 12

Attaching a Lens ........................................................... 13

Attaching a Viewfinder .................................................. 13

Attaching a Microphone ................................................ 14

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ................................. 15

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position ............................ 16

Adjustments/Settings ............................................. 16

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance .......... 16

Setting the Electronic Shutter .......................................18

Setting the Time ............................................................ 18

Adjusting the Lens (Flange Back) ................................. 19

Setting the Focus Assist Function ................................ 19

Setting the Camera Outputs .........................................21

Outputting a Trunk Signal ............................................. 22

Menus....................................................................... 22

Displaying Menu Pages ................................................ 22

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

Editing the USER Menu ................................................ 24

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

OPERATION Menu........................................................ 30

PAINT Menu ..................................................................35

MAINTENANCE Menu................................................... 39

FILE Menu .....................................................................42

DIAGNOSIS Menu.........................................................43

Appendix.................................................................. 45

Precautions ................................................................... 45

Digital Triax Transmission (HSC300R/HSC100R) ........ 45

Error Messages ............................................................ 46

Using a USB Drive ........................................................ 46

Specifications ................................................................ 46

Notice Concerning Software Governed by the GNU

GPL/LGPL ................................................................ 49

Table of Contents

Overview

The HSC300RF, HSC100RF, HSC300R, and HSC100R are high-definition portable video cameras equipped with a 2/3type, 2.2 million pixel CCD. They can be used as standalone cameras or can be combined with a camera control unit (CCU) for studio camera use. The following equipment combinations can be used.

• HSC300RF/HSC100RF and HSCU300RF camera control unit

• HSC300R/HSC100R and HSCU300R camera control unit

HSC300RF HSC100RF HSC300R HSC100R

Signal transmission method between camera and CCU

Built-in filters Optical ND filters (clear,

Large-lens adapter operation

Optical digital transmission over an optical fiber cable Digital transmission over a triaxial cable

1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) Optical CC filters (3200K, 4300K, 6300K) Electric filter (5600K)

HDLA1500-series support Not supported HDLA1500-series support Not supported

Optical ND filters (clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) Electric filter (5600K)

Features

High picture quality and high performance

The camera is equipped with a 2/3-type, 2.2 million pixel, wide bandwidth, progressive IT CCD. It features the latest signal processor LSI technology that achieves high image quality through improved S/N ratio, high resolution, and reduced smear level in comparison with previous models. Also, a 16-bit A/D converter provides high-definition image reproduction and enhanced black reproduction.

Multi-format support

Supports 1080/59.94i, 720/59.94P, 1080/50i and 720/50P.

Digital extender function

This function digitally magnifies the central part of the viewfinder picture to twice its size. It prevents the decrease in sensitivity (F-drop) that occurs with a lens extender.

Aberration compensation function

Auto Lens Aberration Compensation 2.0 (ALAC) is provided with this camera. This automatically reduces the magnification chromatic aberration when a lens that supports auto lens aberration compensation is attached.

For details on lenses that support auto lens aberration compensation, contact a Sony sales representative or Sony service representative.

In addition, by installing HZCU-MC3 multi-camera control system support software on the CCU, a multi-camera application system can be formed in combination with a master setup unit (MSU).

The camera specifications vary depending on the model as given below.

Optical ND filters (clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) Optical CC filters (3200K, 4300K, 6300K) Electric filter (5600K)

Optical ND filters (clear, 1/4 ND, 1/16 ND, 1/64 ND) Electric filter (5600K)

Various color reproduction adjustment functions

Adaptive matrix function

This function accurately controls matrix calculation coefficients to provide more accurate color conversion when shooting. This makes precise color conversion possible 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.

Knee saturation

Changes in hue and decrease in chroma that occur in highlighted areas can be compensated. This enables reproduction of natural skin tones under strong lighting.

Low key saturation

Saturation in low-key areas can be compensated. It provides compensation for color reproduction in all areas, when used in combination with matrix color compensation and the knee saturation function.

Gamma table selection

Seven types of standard and 4 types of hyper gamma tables are provided with this camera. The hyper gamma values enable cinema-like image creation with wide dynamic range, unlike images achieved with conventional video gamma.

Overview

Versatile detail control functions

Skin-tone detail function

This function controls (enhances or suppresses) the detail level for certain hue or chroma areas in the image, by creating a detail gate signal from color components of any specified hues. The detail of three hues can be controlled independently at the same time.

Detail boost-frequency control

The boost frequency can be adjusted in the range 20 to 30 MHz, enabling more subtle image reproduction by setting the thickness of the detail signal to an appropriate level to match the subject.

H/V ratio control

The ratio between horizontal and vertical detail is adjustable.

White/black limiter

The white and black details can be limited independently.

Focus assist functions

The VF detail function and focus assist indicator function facilitate focusing.

VF detail

Various functions are provided which can be added to images on the viewfinder screen only to facilitate focusing: functions for adding color to the VF detail signal, flickering the VF detail signal by adding modulation, broadening the VF detail signal, and automatically compensating the VF detail level according to the zoom position.

Focus assist indicator

The focusing level indicator on the viewfinder screen provides a guide for focusing. The best focus setting can be easily determined by observing the fluctuation of the level indicator as a guide.

Optional accessories

You can add new functions by incorporating the following optional accessories.

For information about installing optional accessories, contact a Sony service or sales representative.

HZC-PSF3 Support software for PsF format

Embedding HZC-PSF3 PsF format-compatible software makes creation of 1080/25PsF and 1080/29.97PsF formats possible.

Various viewfinder functions

Wide variety of viewfinder display options

Camera settings can be displayed on the viewfinder screen, in addition to items such as operation messages, a zebra pattern1), safety-zone marker2), and center marker3). Also, other indicators are arranged along the top and bottom on the viewfinder screen, such as a tally lamp, battery warning indicator, and warning indicators to alert you when settings are other than standard.

1) Zebra pattern: A stripe pattern displayed on the viewfinder screen which indicates the portions where the video level is above about 70% and 100%. Used to check the video level of the subject.

2) Safety zone marker: A box-shaped marker displayed on the viewfinder screen which indicates 80%, 90%, 92.5%, or 95% of the total screen area

3) Center marker: A cross-shaped marker which indicates the center of the viewfinder screen

Menu-based control functions

Selections and settings for viewfinder display items, safetyzone marker, center marker, screen size marker, etc. can be made quickly and easily using setup menus displayed on the viewfinder screen or an external monitor.

Overview

System Configuration Example

Peripheral devices and related devices for the camera are shown in the following diagrams.

Standalone operation example

Microphone RM-B750/B170

CAC-12

Microphone Holder

Lens (for ENG/EFP)

HDVF-200/C35W Viewfinder

HSC300RF/HSC100RF HSC300R/HSC100R

Note

Production of some of the peripheral devices 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.

RCP-1000 series Remote Control Panel

Remote Control Unit

CCA-5 cable

Video output HD-SDI/SD-SDI/VBS

USB drive

(selectable)

VCT-14 Tripod Adapter

Tripod for portable camera

AC-DN10/DN2B AC Adapter BC-L70/L160 Battery Charger

AC power

1) A subcarrier phase-lock function for external reference is not available on the VBS signal output from the camera.

Overview

System operation example (two HSC300RF/HSC100RF cameras with camera control unitsa))

Microphone

CAC-12 Microphone Holder

Lens (for ENG/EFP)

VCT-14 Tripod Adapter

Tripod for portable camera

HDVF-200/C35W Viewfinder

HSC300RF HSC100RF

VF attachment shoe

Intercom headset

Optical fiber cable

Power supply for script light

USB drive

CAC-6 Return Video Selector

(mounts on HSCU300RF front panel)

HKCU-FP2 Front Control Panel

HDVF-550/C550W/C730W Viewfinder

Return video input

Sync signal input

HSCU300RF Camera Control Unit

CCA-5 cable

RCP-1000 series

Remote

Control Panel

Prompter video input

LAN cable

MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit

Picture Monitor

Waveform Monitor

BNC BNC

Video router

Video output HD-SDI/SD-SDI/VBS

to router/ switcher

AC power

Hub

AC power

LAN cable

Camera hangers

Lens (for studio use)

12 V DC generalpurpose power supply (Max. 5 A)

a) Supported only when using the multi-camera system option in the CCU b) Supplied with the HDVF-550/C550W/C730W, Part No.: A-7612-405-E c) Supplied with the HDLA1500/1505, Part No.: A-1128-405-A

HSC300RF

Large Lens Adapter HDLA1500 series

Power supply for script light

BKP-7911 Script Holder

HSCU300RF Camera

Optical fiber cable

RCP-1000 series

d) For 12 V DC general-purpose output, the serial number must be

the following or higher: HDLA1500: 13001 or 43001, HDLA1503: 52001, HDLA1505: 11001, 41001 or 401001, HDLA1507: 401001

Control Unit

CCA-5 cable

Remote

Control Panel

AC power

Overview

System operation example (two HSC300R/HSC100R cameras with camera control unitsa))

Microphone

CAC-12 Microphone Holder

Lens (for ENG/EFP)

VCT-14 Tripod Adapter

Tripod for portable camera

HDVF-200/C35W Viewfinder

HSC300R HSC100R

VF attachment shoe

Intercom headset

Triax cable

Power supply for script light

HDVF-550/C550W/C730W Viewfinder

USB drive

CAC-6 Return Video Selector

(mounts on HSCU300R front panel)

HKCU-FP2 Front Control Panel

HDVF-550/C550W/C730W Viewfinder

Return video input

Sync signal input

HSCU300R Camera Control Unit

CCA-5 cable

RCP-1000 series

Remote

Control Panel

Prompter video input

LAN cable

MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit

Picture Monitor

Waveform Monitor

BNC BNC

Video router

Video output HD-SDI/SD-SDI/VBS

to router/ switcher

AC power

Hub

AC power

LAN cable

Camera hangers

Lens (for studio use)

12 V DC generalpurpose power supply (Max. 5 A)

a) Supported only when using the multi-camera system option in the CCU b) Supplied with the HDVF-550/C550W/C730W, Part No.: A-7612-405-E c) For details about triax transmission distances, see

Distances” on page 46

HSC300R

Large Lens Adapter HDLA1500 series

Power supply for script light

BKP-7911 Script Holder

“Triax Transmission

HSCU300R Camera

Triax cable

RCP-1000 series

d) Supplied with the HDLA1500/1505, Part No.: A-1128-405-A e) For 12 V DC general-purpose output, the serial number must be the

following or higher: HDLA1500: 13001 or 43001, HDLA1503: 52001, HDLA1505: 11001, 41001 or 401001, HDLA1507: 401001

Control Unit

AC power

CCA-5 cable

Remote

Control Panel

Overview

Locations and Functions

of Parts

Front Right

1 2 3

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h Viewfinder front-rear position lock lever

The viewfinder position can be adjusted forward or backward when the lock is released by the lever.

See “To adjust the viewfinder front-rear position” on page 13.

i Assignable buttons

You can assign a function to the upper button using ASSIGNABLE 1 and the lower button using ASSIGNABLE 2 on the <SWITCH ASSIGN1> page of the OPERATION menu.

j GAIN switch

Selects the gain of the video amplifier based on lighting conditions when the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU). Factory default values are L = 0 dB, M = 6 dB, and H = 12 dB.

k AUTO KNEE and output signal selection switch

Selects the signal (color-bar signal or camera video signal) for output to a VTR, the viewfinder, or a video monitor when the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU). The auto knee function can be used when the camera video signal is selected for output.

BARS/OFF: Outputs a color-bar signal. CAM/OFF: Outputs the camera video signal. The auto knee

circuit is disabled.

CAM/ON: Outputs the camera video signal. The auto knee

circuit is enabled.

a INCOM (intercom) button (UC model)/ENG (engineer

line) button (CE model)

UC model: The intercom microphone is on while this button is

held pressed.

CE model: The intercom microphone is on and the engineer

line is selected while this button is held pressed.

You can also assign other functions with a menu operation.

b RET 1 (return video 1) button

Monitors the return video 1 signal from the CCU on the viewfinder screen while this button is held pressed. It functions the same as the RET 1 button on the rear operation panel (page 10). You can also assign other functions using the menu.

c Accessory shoe

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

d Viewfinder shoe

Mounts a viewfinder.

For details about mounting, see “Attaching a Viewfinder” on page 13.

e Lens cable clamp

Secures the cable of the lens (optional).

f Lens mount cap

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

g Lens fixing lever

Move the lever down to secure the lens in the lens mount.

See “Attaching a Lens” on page 13.

l WHITE BAL (white balance memory selection) switch

Selects the white balance adjustment method or the memory used to store the adjusted value when the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU). PRST (preset memory): White balance is adjusted to a preset

value corresponding to a color temperature of 3200K.

A: Selects memory A. B: Selects memory B.

Note

When a CCU or an external control device, such as an RCP/ RM or MSU, is connected, the functions of 0 to qs are controlled from the external device, and the controls on the camera are disabled.

m DISPLAY/MENU switch

Selects the display on the viewfinder screen. DISPLAY: Displays various textual information and markers,

such as messages showing the camera settings and operating status, center marker, and safety zone marker, in addition to the camera image.

OFF: Displays the image only. MENU: Displays menus for camera settings, in addition to the

camera image. The switch functions the same as the DISPLAY/MENU switch on the rear operation panel.

n STATUS/CANCEL switch STATUS: Displays camera status information when the

DISPLAY/MENU switch is set to DISPLAY (not displaying

the menu). CANCEL: Cancels changed settings and returns the display to

the previous menu when a menu is displayed in the

viewfinder.

Locations and Functions of Parts

o Menu control knob (rotary encoder)

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Selects settings from menu items displayed on the viewfinder screen (by rotating it) and confirms settings (by pushing it). This knob functions the same as the menu control knob on the rear operation panel.

p DC power supply output connector (2-pin)

Supplies up to 2.5 A current (10.5 V to 17 V DC) to an external device.

Front Left

2 3 4

5 6

g INTERCOM LEVEL knob

Adjusts the intercom/earphone volume level.

The intercom level adjustment is enabled when the LEVEL/

MIC switch on the rear operation panel is set to “FRONT.”

h RET (return video) button

When this button is pressed, the picture on the viewfinder

changes to the return video signal selected with the RET 2/3/

4 select switch (page 10) on the rear operation panel.

You can also assign other functions to this button using the

menu in the viewfinder.

i LENS connector (12-pin)

Connects to the lens cable. The camera can control the lens

functions through this cable.

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

Connects to a microphone.

This connector and the AUDIO IN CH1 connector are

alternately activated with the MIC 1 select switch on the rear

connector panel.

k Tripod mount (bottom)

Attaches to a VCT-14 Tripod Adapter when mounting the

camera on a tripod.

For details, see “Mounting the Camera to a Tripod” on page 15.

Rear

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a Shoulder strap fitting post

Attach one end of a shoulder strap (optional, part No. A-6772374-C) to this fitting post and the other end to the fitting post on the other side of the camera.

b VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin)

Connects to the cable of the viewfinder (optional).

c CC filter select knob (HSC300RF/HSC300R only)

Selects the built-in CC filters (A: cross, B: 3200K, C: 4300K, D: 6300K).

d ND filter select knob

Selects the built-in ND filters (1: clear, 2: 1/4 ND, 3: 1/16 ND, 4: 1/64 ND).

e SHUTTER switch

When the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU), use this switch to turn the electronic shutter ON or OFF and to change (SEL) the shutter speed and shutter mode.

For details, see “Setting the Electronic Shutter” on page 18.

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

adjustment) switch

Automatically adjusts white and black balance when the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU).

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

For details, see “Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance” on page 16.

4 5 6

a Tally lamp and switch

ON: The tally lamp lights when a tally signal is input to the

connected CCU or a call signal is generated in response to pressing of a CALL button.

OFF: The tally lamp is disabled.

b Shoulder strap fitting post

c Operation panel (see “Operation Panel”)

d Camera control unit (CCU) connector (optical fiber/

triax connector)

Connects to a HSCU300RF/HSCU300R camera control unit

using an optical fiber cable or a triax cable.

Locations and Functions of Parts

e INTERCOM connector (XLR 5-pin)

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Connects to an XLR 5-pin headset for input and output of intercom audio signals.

c DISPLAY/MENU switch

This switch functions the same as the DISPLAY/MENU switch on the front (page 8).

f EARPHONE jack (stereo minijack)

Connects to an earphone for output of the intercom audio.

g Connector panel (see Connector Panel (page 11))

h CAMERA POWER switch and indicator

CCU: Operates the power supply from the camera control unit. EXT: Operates the power supply from the DC IN connector.

The indicator is lit in green during operation. It is lit in red while standby power is being supplied from the CCU, even if the switch is set to OFF.

Note

When a CCU is connected, external power supply (EXT) cannot be used.

i CALL button

When pressed, the red tally lamp of the connected external control device (RCP/RM, MSU, etc.) will light. Use to call the operator of the external control device.

j Shoulder pad

You can adjust the position forward or backward.

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

16.

Operation Panel

UC type: Model for NTSC areas

12 345

RET1 RET

234

d ASSIGNABLE button

You can assign a function with ASSIGNABLE REAR on the <SWITCH ASSIGN1> page of the OPERATION menu.

e Menu control knob (rotary encoder)

This knob functions the same as the menu control knob on the front (page 9).

f LEVEL/MIC (intercom level control/microphone)

switch

To determine whether to use the INTERCOM LEVEL knob (page 9) on the front and to turn the intercom headset microphone ON/OFF.

Switch position INTERCOM LEVEL

knob on the front

REAR/ON Inactive ON

REAR/OFF OFF

FRONT/OFF Active

Headset microphone

g Line select switch

To select the intercom line:

PROD: Producer line ENG: Engineer line

h INCOM (intercom) level knob

To adjust the intercom audio listening level.

i PGM1 (program 1) and PGM2 (program 2) knobs

To adjust the audio listening level of program 1 or program 2, respectively.

CE type: Models for PAL areas

PGM1

MICLEVEL ON

REAR

FRONT

OFF

INCOM

PROD

ENG

INTERCOM EARPHONE

PGM2

OFF

DISPLAY

ASSIGNABLE

a RET 1 (return video 1) button

The return video signal is displayed on the viewfinder screen while the button is held pressed.

b RET (return video) button and 2/3/4 (return video 2/3/4)

select switch

When other return video systems are used in addition to return video 1, the signal selected with the 2/3/4 switch is displayed on the viewfinder screen while holding the RET button pressed.

Note

The RET 1 button has priority over the RET (2/3/4) button if both buttons are pressed.

RET1 RET

PGM1

MIC

LINE

PROD

OFF

ENG

LEVEL

ENG PROD TRACKER

REAR

FRONT

INTERCOM EARPHONE

PGM2

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OFF

DISPLAY

ASSIGNABLE

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1 to 5 are the same as those of the UC type.

f MIC LINE (intercom microphone line) switch

To select the talk line for intercom:

PROD: To talk over the producer line OFF: To turn off the headset microphone for the intercom line ENG: To talk over the engineer line

g LEVEL switch REAR: The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with the

ENG or PROD knob on this panel. FRONT: The levels adjusted on the rear panel can be totally

adjusted with the INTERCOM LEVEL knob on the front.

h ENG (engineer line) knob

To adjust the intercom audio listening level of the engineer line.

Locations and Functions of Parts

i PGM1 (program 1) and PGM2 (program 2) knobs

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To adjust the audio listening level of program 1 or program 2, respectively.

j PROD (producer line) knob

To adjust the intercom audio listening level of the producer line.

k TRACKER knob

To adjust the intercom audio listening level at the TRACKER connector on the connector panel.

Connector Panel

REAR

REMOTE

PROMPTER /GENLOCK /RET IN

48V

MICLINE

TEST OUT

SDI

DC IN

DC OUT

10.5-17V

48V

MICLINE

RET CTRL

TRACKER

MIC1

FRONT

AUDIO IN

CH1 CH2

Notes

• Even when a BB signal is used for the external sync signal, a subcarrier phase-lock function is not available on the VBS output signal.

• PROMPTER is set to PWR SAVE by factory default, so a prompter signal is not output. To activate it, set it to “ACTIVE” on the POWER SAVE page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

g REMOTE connector (8-pin)

Connects to an RM-B170/B750 Remote Control Unit, RCP1000-series Remote Control Panel, or MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit.

Note

When a CCU is connected, this connector functions as the trunk signal input/output. Do not connect any external control device to this connector.

h TEST OUT connector (BNC type)

Outputs an analog signal. This supplies a VBS signal, a VBS prompter 2 signal (HSC300R only), an HD-Y signal the same as the signal output from the VF connector, an HD-SYNC signal, or an SD-SYNC signal, depending on which is enabled in the menu.

Note

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

Connects to an AC-DN10 AC Adapter, etc. to supply power to the camera. (When a CCU is connected, this connector cannot be used.)

b USB connector (for USB drive)

Connects to a USB drive to save and load the settings data file.

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

Supplies power to a script light or equivalent (10.5 to 17 V DC, max. 0.5 A).

d TRACKER connector (10-pin)

For external interfaces, such as intercom and tally.

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

Connects to a CAC-6 Return Video Selector.

f PROMPTER/GENLOCK/RET IN (prompter signal

output/external sync signal input/VBS return input) connector (BNC type)

• When a CCU is connected, this connector outputs a VBS prompter 1 signal.

• When the camera is used in standalone status (without connection to a CCU), use this connector to input an external sync signal (BB or 3-level sync). If a VBS signal is input, you can check the input image by pressing the RET button.

A subcarrier phase-lock function is not available for external sync signals on the VBS output signal.

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i AUDIO IN CH1 connector (XLR 3-pin) and input select

switch

Selects the audio signal for channel 1. Set the input select switch to match the connected device.

LINE: When a line-level (0 dBu) signal source is connected MIC: When a microphone is connected +48V: When supplying +48 V power to the connected

microphone

j MIC 1 (microphone 1) select switch

Selects the microphone for channel 1. FRONT: When using the microphone connected to the MIC 1

IN connector

REAR: When using the microphone connected to the AUDIO

IN CH1 connector

k AUDIO IN CH2 connector (XLR 3-pin) and input select

switch

Selects the audio signal for channel 2. Set the switch in the same manner as for CH1.

l SDI (serial digital interface) connector (BNC type)

Outputs an HD-SDI or SD-SDI signal. You can select to output the camera line signal, return signal, VF signal, or SDI prompter signal (HSCU300R connection only) using the menu.

Note

A prompter signal can be output from the camera with format selected on the CCU. The prompter signal type and output connector varies with the camera and model of CCU.

Locations and Functions of Parts

Camera Prompter signal

HSC300RF/ HSC100RF

HSC300R VBS × 2ch 1PROMPTER/GENLOCK/RET

HSC100R VBS × 1ch PROMPTER/GENLOCK/RET IN

(varies with CCU model)

VBS × 1ch PROMPTER/GENLOCK/RET IN

HD-SDI/SD-SDI × 1ch

VBS-Y × 1ch (Low Latency)

Output connector

2TEST OUT

SDI OUT

PROMPTER/GENLOCK/RET IN

Connection and Setup

Connecting a Camera Control Unit (CCU)

When operating the camera in a system with a CCU, connect the CCU connector of the camera and the CAMERA connector of the CCU using an optical fiber cable or triax cable. Secure the cable, as required, using the supplied cable clamp belt.

To use the cable clamp belt

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

clamp belt.

2 1 Remove the back screw-hole cover on the top of

the camera and 2 secure the cable clamp belt to the camera, using the two supplied screws (+B3 × 10).

3 1 Release the buckle, 2 bundle the cable with the

belt, 3 then lock the buckle again.

Connection and Setup

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

Attaching a Lens

For information on handling lenses, refer to the operation manual for the par ticular lens.

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 a fire.

Example: Attaching an HDVF-200 Viewfinder

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

INC

F F

K L

1 Push the lens fixing lever A upward and remove the

lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2 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.

3 While supporting the lens, push the lens fixing lever

A downward to secure the lens.

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

1 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring and

slide the viewfinder in the direction of arrow A.

The viewfinder stopper B automatically pops down.

2 Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring to

secure the viewfinder at the most convenient position.

3 Connect the viewfinder cable to the VF connector.

To adjust the viewfinder front-rear position

The viewfinder can slide in the range of 53 mm (2 1/8 inches). Adjust the front-rear position so that you can easily operate it on your shoulder. 1 Pull the LOCK lever backward and 2 slide the viewfinder backward or forward. Adjust the viewfinder front-rear position and 3 lock it by returning the lever forward to the original position.

To use a large studio-use lens

HSC300RF/HSC300R: A large studio-use lens can be used by mounting the camera on an optional HDLA1500-series Large Lens Adapter.

Note

When attaching the camera hangers to the camera, always use the screws (+B4 × 10) supplied with the lens adapter.

For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with the HDLA1500-series adapter.

LOCK lever

To detach 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.

Connection and Setup

Status displays in the viewfinder

Besides the video image, the viewfinder can display characters 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.

When the STATUS/CANCEL switch is set to STATUS

The status display changes to show the following items:

FORMAT :1080-59.94i ASSIGNABLE1 :OFF ASSIGNABLE2 :OFF ASSIGNABLE REAR:OFF

!ND :2 !CC :C

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

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5600

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0dB 1/125

F255

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a TALK indicator

Displayed when the intercom microphone is set to ON.

b EX (lens extender) indicator

Displayed when using a lens extender.

c Zoom position indicator

Indicates the approximate position of the zoom lens variator between wide angle (0) and telephoto (99).

d Battery voltage indicator

When the CAMERA POWER switch is set to EXT, the DC IN voltage is displayed. When the switch is set to CCU, the internal voltage of the camera is displayed.

e Focus position indicator

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

f 5600K mode indicator

Displayed when the internal electric filter (5600K) is set to ON.

a Assignable button function display

Displays the functions assigned to the assignable buttons.

For details about the functions that can be assigned, see OPERATION menu <SWITCH ASSIGN1> on page 33.

b Format display

Displays the current video format.

c ‘!’ display area

Displays non-standard conditions using the ‘!’ IND function. The display options can be set using the menu. (“!CC” display on HSC300RF/HSC300R only)

For details, see OPERATION menu <‘!’ IND> on page 24.

Attaching a Microphone

A microphone can be attached to the camera, using the microphone holder of the viewfinder or an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder.

For details about attaching to the microphone holder of the viewfinder, refer to the instruction manual for the viewfinder.

When the microphone is attached to the microphone holder of the viewfinder

Secure the microphone cable A to the cable clamp B of the camera.

g Filter indicator

Displays the types of filters currently selected. The number (1, 2, 3, or 4) indicates the ND filter, and the letter (A, B, C, or D) indicates the CC filter (HSC300RF/HSC300R only).

h White balance memory indicator

Shows the currently selected white balance automatic adjustment memory. This is not displayed when a CCU is connected.

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.

i Gain value indicator

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

j Shutter/ECS indicator

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

k F-stop value indicator

Displays the lens f-stop value (iris value).

Connection and Setup

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To attach a microphone using a CAC-12

When attaching a long-type microphone, such as an ECM674/678, use an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder.

1 1 Remove the front screw-hole cover on the top then

2 fix the CAC-12 in place with the two screws (+B4 ×

8) supplied with the CAC-12.

CAC-12

2 Loosen the screw to open the CAC-12 and attach the

microphone.

If the microphone diameter is small, attach the adapter A (supplied with the CAC-12 or the microphone) to the microphone.

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod

Mount the camera to a tripod, using an optional VCT-14 Tripod Adapter.

Notes

• Select an appropriate hole from among those at the bottom of the tripod adapter considering the balance of the weight of the camera and the tripod adapter. 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 adapter cannot be attached to the tripod securely.

Tripod adapter

Platform

1 1 Attach the tripod adapter to the tripod and 2

secure it with the screw.

2 Place the camera on the tripod adapter and slide

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

3 Move the camera backward and forward and check

that the camera does not come off.

To remove the camera from the tripod adapter

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

Red button

Lever

Connection and Setup

If the pin of the tripod adapter does not return to its

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original position

After removing the camera, if the pin of the tripod adapter 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

Adjustments/Settings

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance

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

Note

When a CCU, RCP/RM, MSU or other external device is connected, the camera is controlled from the external control device, and the switches on the camera are disabled.

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

You can shift the shoulder pad in the range of 28 mm

/8inches). This adjustment helps you get the best balance

(1 for shooting with the camera on your shoulder.

To adjust

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, and 3 move the lever down to lock the shoulder pad in the selected position.

Lock lever

Bottom of the camera

Shoulder pad

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.

White balance adjustment

Always adjust the white balance when lighting conditions change.

To adjust the black balance

Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK.

AUTO W/B BAL switch

Automatic black balance adjustment begins. In automatic adjustment of black balance, both the black set and black balance are adjusted. During adjustment, the message “ABB: EXECUTING” 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. The black balance values stored in memory will be preserved even when the camera power is turned off.

Adjustments/Settings

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.

To adjust the white balance

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1 Select the built-in filters according to the lighting

conditions with the filter select knobs.

• HSC300RF/HSC300R

ND filter CC (color temperature

1 Clear A Cross filter

2 1/4 ND B 3200K (clear)

3 1/16 ND C 4300K

4 1/64 ND D 6300K

CC filter select knob

ND filter select knob

conversion) filter

With a lens which has automatic iris control: Set the

lens automatic/manual iris control switch to automatic.

4 Select white balance memory A or B with the WHITE

BAL switch and set the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT.

WHITE BAL switch

AUTO W/B BAL switch

Automatic white balance adjustment begins. During adjustment, the message “AWB: EXECUTING” will be displayed on the viewfinder screen. After about one second, the message “AWB: OK” will be displayed, and the adjustment process will complete. The adjusted value will be automatically stored in the selected memory (A or B).

Note

• HSC100RF/HSC100R

(1: clear, 2: 1/4 ND, 3: 1/16 ND, 4: 1/64 ND)

Filter select knob

2 Place a white pattern, as shown below, with the same

lighting conditions as the subject, and zoom in on it.

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

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.

Note

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

3 Adjust the lens iris opening.

With a manually adjusted lens: Set the opening to an

appropriate value.

When using a zoom lens with automatic iris control capability,

hunting

may occur. Adjust the lens iris gain control (labeled

IG, IS, S, etc.).

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

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

About white balance memory

There are two white balance memories: A and B. When you execute automatic white balance adjustment, the adjusted white balance value and the settings of the filter select knobs will be stored in either memory A or B, selected with the WHITE BAL switch. The white balance values stored in memory will be preserved even when power is turned off. When power is turned on again, the white balance in memory corresponding to the current WHITE BAL switch setting is retrieved. By setting FILTER WHT MEM to ON on the <OTHERS 2> page of the MAINTENANCE menu, you can store a white balance value for each of the built-in CC filters in memory A and B individually. In this case, a total of 8 white balance values can be stored as the camera has four CC filters. The settings of the filter select knobs are not stored when you adjust white balance with FILTER WHT MEM set to ON. In this case, the white balance in memory corresponding to the current WHITE BAL switch and CC filter select knob settings is retrieved when power is turned on again.

If automatic black balance or white balance adjustment fails

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

Adjustments/Settings

Setting the Electronic Shutter

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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 CCU, RCP/RM, MSU or other external device is connected, the camera is controlled from the external control device, and the switches on the camera are disabled.

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.

Example: 59.94i format

Standard mode

1/100

1/5001/2501/125

ECS mode

1/1000

1/2000

About 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 mode

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

ECS (Extended Clear Scan)

1) The values in the table are for 59.94i format. With other formats, the available values may be different.

Shutter speed

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

Variable over range

60.0 Hz to 4300 Hz

Usage

Use to obtain clear images of quickly moving subjects

Use to obtain images of video monitors without horizontal striping

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 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 (Standard mode or ECS mode) and the shutter speed in Standard mode are set using the SHUTTER switch.

1 Push the SHUTTER switch from the ON position to the

SEL position.

Setting the Time

When using the camera for the first time, set the built-in clock to the local time, using the <DATE> page of the MAINTENANCE menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

For details about menu operations, see “Menus” on page 22.

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

the menu control knob pressed.

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

3 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

“TOP” and push on the knob.

The TOP MENU screen is displayed.

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4 Rotate the menu control knob to position the cursor

to MAINTENANCE and push on the menu control knob.

The CONTENTS page of the MAINTENANCE menu is displayed.

CONTENTS M00 TOP

01.<AUTO SETUP>

02.<WHITE SHADING>

03.<BLACK SHADING>

04.<OHB MATRIX>

05.<AUTO IRIS>

06.<MIC GAIN>

07.<UP TALLY>

08.<CALL/TALLY>

09.<OUTPUT FORMAT>

10.<DOWN CONVERTER>

Adjustments/Settings

SHUTTER switch

The current shutter setting will be displayed in the viewfinder for about three seconds. Example: “Shutter: 1/250”

5 Turn the menu control knob to scroll the page and

position the pointer to <DATE> then push on the menu control knob.

The <DATE> page is displayed.

<DATE> M16 TOP

DATE/TIME

2013/12/23 08:32

6 Turn the menu control knob and set the date and time.

Push on the menu control knob to shift to the next digit.

7 To finish the adjustments, set the DISPLAY/MENU

switch to OFF to exit menu mode.

Adjusting the Lens (Flange Back)

Adjustment of the flange back focal distance (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 back focal distance can be more precisely adjusted by using the focus assist indicators.

For details about focus assist indicators, see “Displaying the focus assist indicators” on page 20.

Note

The various parts of the lens used in adjusting the flange back focal distance vary depending on the lens. Refer to the operation manual for the lens.

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.

Setting the Focus Assist Function

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

Adding a VF detail signal

Adding a 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/MENU switch to MENU while holding

the menu control knob pressed.

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

3 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

“TOP” and push on the knob.

The TOP MENU screen is displayed.

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1 Set the iris control to manual and open the iris fully. 2 Place a flange back adjustment chart approximately 3

meters (10 ft.) 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 back 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 flange back chart into

focus.

Take care not to move the distance ring.

4 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

OPERATION and push on the knob.

The CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu is displayed.

CONTENTS 00 TOP

01.<VF DISPLAY>

02.<'!'IND>

03.<VF MARKER>

04.<VF DETAIL>

05.<FOCUS ASSIST>

06.<ZEBRA>

07.<CURSOR>

08.<VF OUT>

09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>

10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>

5 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

<VF DETAIL> and push on the knob.

The <VF DETAIL> page is displayed.

<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP

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

Adjustments/Settings

6 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

the item to be set and push on the knob. 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 the function ON/OFF to flicker the detail

signal, which makes it easier to check the signal on a CRT 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 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 the function ON/OFF 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).

7 Rotate the menu control knob to display the desired

setting and push on the knob.

8 To finish the adjustments, 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 (display position and operation can be adjusted)

1 Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION

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

2 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

<FOCUS ASSIST> and push on the menu control knob.

The <FOCUS ASSIST> page is displayed.

<FOCUS ASSIST> 05 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 Rotate the menu control knob to align the pointer to

the item to be set and push on the knob. To use the level indicator

Setting INDICATOR to ON displays the level indicator on the 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.

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 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.

Area marker to display the detection area of the focus (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.)

Adjustments/Settings

4 Rotate the menu control knob to display the desired

setting and push on the knob.

5 To finish the adjustments, set the DISPLAY/MENU

switch to OFF to exit menu mode.

Notes

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

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