Sony UHC-8300 Operating Instructions Manual

5-010-742-11 (1)

8K Color Camera

Operating Instructions

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

UHC-8300

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

System Configuration.................................................... 3

Locations and Functions of Parts.......................... 4

Front left ........................................................................ 4

Front right...................................................................... 4

Rear .............................................................................. 5

Preparations............................................................. 8

Attaching a Lens ........................................................... 8

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length................................ 9

Attaching a Viewfinder .................................................. 9

Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt (Supplied)................. 10

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position........................... 11

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ............................... 11

Adjustments and Settings for Shooting .............. 13

Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance ........ 13

Setting the Electronic Shutter...................................... 14

Setting the Focus Assist Functions............................. 14

Setting the Dynamic Focus Function Detail ................ 16

Setting the Gritty Focus Function................................ 16

Loading User Gamma for Viewfinder.......................... 17

Setting the Camera Outputs ................................. 17

Viewfinder Screen Status Display........................ 18

Menu Operations ................................................... 20

Starting Menu Operations ........................................... 20

Selecting Pages .......................................................... 21

Setting Menu Items ..................................................... 21

Editing the USER Menu .............................................. 22

Menu List ................................................................ 25

Menu Tree................................................................... 25

OPERATION Menu ..................................................... 29

PAINT Menu................................................................ 38

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

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

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

Appendix ................................................................ 49

Precautions ................................................................. 49

Error Messages........................................................... 49

Using a USB Drive ................................................. 50

Specifications ........................................................ 51

UHC-8300 ................................................................... 51

Optional Accessories/Related Equipment................... 51

Dimensions ................................................................. 52

It supports 8K, 4K, and HD multi-format output, and can shoot

Overview

at 8K 119.88p to achieve higher 8K definition. Furthermore, the UHC-8300 can be operated as a system camera, with power supply to the camera and an intercom function, by connecting it to an UHCU-8300 8K Camera

The UHC-8300 is a portable camera unit for 8K video camera systems equipped with a 1.25 inch 3-chip 8K CMOS image

Control Unit. It also features the operability of conventional system camera devices using a remote control panel.

sensor.

System Configuration

Note

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

Connection example

HDVF-L770

1.25 inch lens

UHC-8300

HDVF-L750 Viewfinder

HDVF-EL20 HDVF-EL30 Viewfinder

Optical fiber cable

8K video

monitor

BNC

4K video

monitor

BNC

2K video

monitor

BNC

VCT-14 Tripod Attachment

Tr ip o d

PWS-110NMI IP Live System Manager Station

USB drive

CAC-6 Return Video Selector

Intercom headset

CAC-12 Microphone Holder

Network

swit ch

NXL-FR318 Signal Processing Unit

Microphone

UHCU-8300 8K Camera Control Unit

Intercom microphone input

Return video input

Sync signal input

LAN cable

Hub

MSU-1000 series Master Setup Unit

CCA-5

RCP-1500 series Remote Control Panel

a) Multiple viewfinders cannot be used simultaneously.

Locations and Functions of Parts

Front left

i Camera number

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

j Shoulder pad

You can adjust the position toward the front or rear.

For details, see “Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position” (page 11).

k DC power supply out connector (2-pin)

Supplies power to an external device up to 2.5 A. When supplying power from the DC IN connector, power for a power lens cannot be supplied when the supply voltage is

10.5 V to 14 V DC. Also, the current load temporarily increases by up to 4.0 A when operating the power lens.

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a VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin)

Connect the cable of the viewfinder (not supplied).

b Accessory shoe

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

c Lens mount

To attach a lens.

d Lens mount cap

Always keep the lens mount covered with this cap when a lens is not attached. Turn it counterclockwise to detach it.

e RET 2 (return video 2) button

When this button is pressed, the picture on the viewfinder screen changes to the return video signal selected with the RET 2 select switch (page 6) on the operation panel on the rear of the camera. You can also assign other functions to this button, using the menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

f LENS connector (12-pin)

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

g Tripod mount

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

Front right

a b

e f

j k

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.

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. You can also assign other functions to this button, using the menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

h Rosette

Supports the attachment of a general-purpose hand grip.

c Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever

Locks the front-rear position of the viewfinder. Loosen the lever to adjust the viewfinder position.

d Viewfinder left-right positioning ring

Locks the left-right position of the viewfinder. Loosen this ring to adjust the viewfinder position.

For details about adjusting the viewfinder position, see “Attaching a Viewfinder” (page 9).

e FILTER LOCAL button

While holding this button depressed, press either of the filter select buttons to select the built-in optical filters.

f Filter select buttons

You can switch the built-in ND and CC (color temperature conversion) filters by pressing the select buttons while holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed. Pressing the left button selects the available ND filters (clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, 1/64ND) in sequence. Pressing the right button selects the available CC filters (3200K (clear), 4300K, 6300K, CAP) in sequence.

g Assignable switch

You can assign a function using the menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

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

encoder)

To select settings from menus displayed on the viewfinder screen (by turning the knob) and to confirm settings (by pressing the button).

• Always attach and detach the rods two at a time. A single rod cannot provide a secure lock.

j STATUS/CANCEL switch STATUS: Displays the status information of the unit on the

display.

CANCEL: When the menu is displayed on the viewfinder

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

k 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.

Rear

Operation panel

(page 6)

i Rod clamp

Use to attach and detach rods with a diameter of 15 mm. When attaching rods, secure them in position by turning the rod lock lever clockwise. When detaching rods, turn the rod lock lever counterclockwise to loosen the lever. Pull the lever out and turn it to a position that facilitates operation if its position makes it hard to turn. Once you have decided on a position, push the lever back into place.

To loosen: Tur n counterclockwise

To tighten: Turn clockwise

Connector panel

(page 7)

a 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 the CALL button.

OFF: The tally lamp is prevented from lighting.

b CCU (Camera Control Unit) connector (optical/

electrical multi connector)

Connect a UHCU-8300 8K Camera Control Unit using an optical/electrical multi cable.

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

For 12G-SDI (4K VF/4K PROMPTER), 3G-SDI, HD-SDI, or HD PROMPTER signal output.

d SDI 2 (serial digital interface 2) connector (BNC-type)

For HD-SDI signal output. It functions as an input connector when used as HD TRUNK IN.

Notes

• Do not overtighten the rod lock lever without a rod inserted.

e CALL button

When this button is pressed, the red tally lamp of the RCP1500 series Remote Control Panel or the MSU-1000 series Master Setup Unit will light. Use to call the operator of the RCP or MSU.

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

EXT: Power is supplied through the DC IN connector.

MENU: Menus for camera settings will be displayed on the

viewfinder screen.

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

encoder)

To select settings from menus displayed on the viewfinder screen (by turning the knob) and to confirm settings (by pressing the button). It functions the same as the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button (page 5) on the side of the camera.

Operation panel

PGM1 control

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PGM2 control

e RET 2 (return video 2) button and select switch

When using another system line in parallel with return video 1, use to switch between the video signal of the unit and the return video signal. The video signal is displayed on the viewfinder screen.

Note

The RET 1 button has priority over the RET 2 button if both buttons are pressed. If RET 1 and RET 2 buttons are pressed at the same time, the two buttons function as the RET 3 button according to the setting on the <RETURN> page of the OPERATION menu.

f LIGHT switch

Set to ON to illuminate the operation panel.

g ASSIGN (assignable) switch 2

You can assign a function using the menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

h INTERCOM1 and INTERCOM2 controls and switches

There are PGM1 and 2 controls incorporated with a line select switch, a MIC switch, and INCOM level control each for intercom line 1 and 2.

PGM1 (program 1) control

Adjust the audio listening level of program 1.

Line select switch

INCOM level control

MIC switch

a ASSIGN (assignable) switch 1

You can assign a function using the menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.

b RET 1 (return video 1) button and select switch

Use to switch between the video signal of the unit and the return video signal. The video signal is displayed on the viewfinder screen.

c DISPLAY switch

The functions of the DISPLAY switch are as follows: It functions the same as the DISPLAY switch (page 5) on the side of the camera. 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.

PGM2 (program 2) control

Adjust the audio listening level of program 2.

MIC (microphone) switch ON: The intercom headset microphone is turned on. The

intercom audio listening level is adjusted with the INCOM level control.

OFF: The intercom headset microphone is turned off. The

intercom audio listening level is adjusted with the INCOM level control.

INCOM (intercom) level control

Adjust the intercom audio listening level.

Line select switch

Select the intercom line.

PROD: Producer line ENG: Engineer line

Connector panel

b c

e f

n m

i AUDIO IN (audio input) 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.

CH1 audio input select switch

Microphone power switches

CH2 audio input select switch

AUDIO IN CH2 connectorAUDIO IN CH1 connector

a INTERCOM1 and 2 (intercom 1 and 2) connectors

(XLR-type)

Used for input and output of intercom audio signals when a headset is connected. The INTERCOM 1 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.

b EARPHONE jack (stereo mini jack)

For connecting an earphone or headset to hear the intercom audio. Adjust the audio level on the <EARPHONE> page of the OPERATION menu.

c REMOTE connector (8-pin)

Reserved for future use.

Note

Standalone operation is not supported. Do not connect any remote control device, such as an RCP or MSU, to this connector.

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

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

e 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 50).

f TRACKER connector (10-pin)

For external interface, such as intercom and tally.

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

For connection to a CAC-6 Return Video Selector.

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

Used for connection to the AC-DN10A AC Adaptor to supply power to the camera.

CH1 (channel 1) 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 signal source is connected MIC: When an external microphone is connected

CH2 (channel 2) 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 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 power to the microphone.

+48V: To supply power at +48 V. OFF: Not to supply 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.

j MONI (serial digital interface) connector (BNC-type)

For HD-SDI output.

For details about signal settings, see “Setting the Camera Outputs” (page 17).

k SYNC (sync output) connector (BNC type)

To output the analog signal. This also outputs an HD-Y signal, HD-SYNC signal, or an SDSYNC signal that is the same as the signal output from the VF connector, depending on which of these you have selected in the menu.

For details about signal settings, see “Setting the Camera Outputs” (page 17).

l PROMPTER (prompter signal output) connector (BNC-

type)

For output of the prompter signal (valid only when a camera control unit is connected).

m CRANE connector (12-pin)

For external interface, such as viewfinder and external data.

n MAG CTRL (MAG control) connector (14-pin)

Attach devices, such as a MAG controller.

Note

For detailed information about this connector, contact a Sony service representative or Sony sales representative.

Preparations

Attaching a Lens

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

o NETWORK TRUNK connector (RJ-45 8-pin)

Connects a device connected to the CCU’s NETWORK TRUNK connector to the network.

CAUTION

• For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to the following port: NETWORK TRUNK connector

• When you connect the following cable(s) of the unit to peripheral device, use a shielded-type cable to prevent malfunction due to radiation noise. –Network cable

Attaching a 1.25 inch lens

Turn the lens mount cap counterclockwise to remove it.

Align the lens alignment pin with the notch on the lens mount, then insert the lens straight all of the way.

To secure the lens, support it while turning the lens ring clockwise.

Connect the lens cable to the camera connector.

If necessary, use a clamp to secure the lens cable in position.

About 3 meters (10 ft)

Set the zoom ring to wide angle.

Turn the Ff ring to bring the chart into focus. Take care not to move the distance ring.

Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the image is in focus at both telephoto and wide angle.

Tighten the Ff ring lock screw.

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.

For details about focus assist indicators, see “Displaying the focus assist indicators” (page 15).

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.

Adjustment procedure

Set the iris control to manual, and open the iris fully.

Place a flange focal length adjustment chart approximately 3 meters from the camera and adjust the lighting to get an appropriate video output level.

Attaching a Viewfinder

WARNING

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

The instructions are made using the HDVF-EL20/EL30 viewfinder as an example.

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

VF connector

Viewfinder stopper

Loosen the Ff (flange focal length) ring lock screw.

With either manual or power zoom, set the zoom ring to telephoto.

Aim at the flange focal length adjustment chart and turn the focus ring to focus the image.

Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow.

The viewfinder stopper automatically pops down.

Set the viewfinder left-right position, then tighten the left-right positioning ring (see “To adjust the position to the left or right”).

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 view.

Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt (Supplied)

To adjust the position to the left or right

Viewfinder left-right positioning ring

Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

Slide the viewfinder left or right to move it into a good viewing position.

Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.

You can secure the camera cable to the camera by attaching the supplied cable clamp belt.

Insert the belt bracket into hole A or B of the cable clamp belt.

Belt bracket

Remove the protective seals shown in the figure below.

Protective seals

To adjust the position forward or backward

Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever

Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever.

Slide the viewfinder towards the front or rear of the camera to move it into a good viewing position.

Tighten the viewfinder by rotating the front-rear positioning lever.

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.

Secure the cable clamp belt to the camera, using the two supplied +B3×8 screws.

Screws (+B3×8)

1 Release the buckle, 2 bundle the cable with the

3 then lock the buckle again.

belt,

Optical/electrical multi cable

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 (13/32 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.

Adjustment procedure

Shoulder pad lock lever

1,3

Bottom of the camera

Shoulder pad

Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder pad to unlock the shoulder pad.

Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is in the most convenient position.

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.

Notes

• 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 and may cause injury or damage.

• 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.

Attachment procedure

Attach the tripod attachment to the tripod and secure it with the screw.

Tripod attachment

Tripod plate

Place the camera on the tripod attachment, and slide forward it along the groove of the tripod attachment until it clicks.

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

Make sure that the camera is securely attached by moving it back and forth.

Removing the camera from the tripod attachment

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

Lever

Red button

Adjustments and

• If the iris does not close completely, change the CC filter to CAP or run Auto Black Balance (ABB) after attaching the lens cap.

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.

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 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

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.

Adjusting the white balance

Select the filter setting according to the lighting conditions.

To select the ND filter

Press the ND filter select button while holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed. Each press of the select button switches the available ND filters (clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND, 1/64ND) in sequence.

To select the CC (color temperature conversion) filter

Press the CC filter select button while holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed. Each press of the select button switches the available CC filters (3200K, 4300K, 6300K, CAP) in sequence.

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

Use the MSU and RCP to run the Auto Black Balance (ABB). Automatic adjustment of black balance begins. In automatic adjustment of black balance, both the black set and black balance are adjusted. During adjustment, a message like the one in the figure below will be displayed on the viewfinder screen.

ABB:EXECUTING

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.

CC filter select button

ND filter select button

FILTER LOCAL button

ND filter Color temperature conversion filter

1 Clear A 3200K (clear)

2 1/4 ND B 4300K

3 1/16 ND C 6300K

4 1/64 ND D CAP

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.

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.

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.

Use the MSU and RCP to run the Auto White Balance (AWB).

White balance automatic adjustment begins.

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

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

ECS (Extended Clear Scan)

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

the available values are different.

* When shooting at double speed, the actual exposure time will be

half of the displayed value and the actual frequency will be double the displayed value.

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 (seconds)

Continuously variable in the range of

59.96 Hz to 4600 Hz

Usage

Use to obtain clear images of quickly moving subjects

Use to obtain images on video monitors without horizontal striping

Selecting the shutter mode and speed

Use MSU and RCP to change the shutter speed. The current shutter setting will be displayed on the viewfinder screen for about three seconds. Example: “SHUTTER: 1/250”

Example: 59.94P

Standard mode

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 is automatically stored.

AWB:OK

Note

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 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.

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.

1/100

1/5001/2501/125

ECS mode

1/1000

1/2000

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.

Turn on the camera.

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.

Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the arrow marker (,) to TOP and press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The TOP MENU screen appears.

USER USER MENU CUSTOMIZE ALL OPERATION PAINT MAINTENANCE FILE DIAGNOSIS

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.<'!'IND>

03.<VF MARKER>

04.<VF DETAIL>

05.<DYNAMIC FOCUS> <FOCUS POSITION METER1>

06.

07.

08.<FOCUS ASSIST>

09.<FOCUS ASSIST2>

10.<ZEBRA>

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> 04 TOP

VF DETAIL : ON (25%) CRISP : 0 FREQUENCY: 9M FLICKER : OFF AREA : 100% H:0 V:0 ZOOM LINK: ON 50% COLOR DETAIL : OFF BLUE PEAK COLOR : OFF CHROMA LEVEL: 25% DYNAMIC FOCUS: OFF

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 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 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.

The AREA value setting is common to the VF detail, dynamic focus, and gritty focus functions.

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 signal on an LCD screen, including the viewfinder screen. The display color can be selected in the column next to ON. (The color detail function is turned OFF when the dynamic focus function is turned 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).

DYNAMIC FOCUS: Turn the DYNAMIC FOCUS indicator

ON/OFF (detailed dynamic focus settings are set on the <DYNAMIC FOCUS> page). The dynamic focus function is enabled when shooting in 8K.

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

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.

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.)

Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu (referring to steps 1 to 4 in “Adding the VF detail signal”).

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> 08 TOP

INDICATOR : OFF MODE : BOX BTM LEVEL : 40% QUICK GAIN : 50 OFFSET : 50 AREA MARKER: OFF SIZE : MIDDLE POSITION : CENTER POSITION H: 50 POSITION V: 50

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

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: 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.

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

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 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).

Setting the Dynamic Focus Function Detail

This sets the detail of the dynamic focus indicator. The dynamic focus function is enabled when shooting in 8K. The dynamic focus function adds a marking indicator, derived from the luminance signal and color signal, to the area where 8K resolution signal is being output. This is used for effectively displaying the 8K image focus point.

Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu (referring to steps 1 to 4 in “Adding the VF detail signal”).

<DYNAMIC FOCUS> 05 TOP

DYNAMIC FOCUS: OFF FREQUENCY : EXTRA-LOW ZOOM LINK : CRISP : 6%

LEVEL : LOW PEAK COLOR : YELLOW

THRESHOLD : 50% COLOR LEVEL : 19% AREA :

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 dynamic focus

Setting DYNAMIC FOCUS on the <VF DETAIL> page or this page to ON displays markings of the luminance and color signals in the regions where 8K resolution image is being obtained. You can set the marking detail with the menu items below. FREQUENCY: Set the bandwidth of the 8K resolution

high-frequency signal to detect to one of four options. It is set to (AUTO) when ZOOM LINK is ON.

ZOOM LINK: Automatically adjusts the dynamic focus

function to appropriate characteristics according to the zoom position. Four modes are available for selection to match the lens being used. It also sets the level at the WIDE position mark.

CRISP: Adjust to eliminate fine portions of the detail

signal.

LEVEL: Set the brightness level of the marking signal to

add.

PEAK COLOR: Set the color added to the marking

indicator where the detected value exceeds a fixed level.

THRESHOLD: Set the threshold value for displaying

PEAK COLOR.

COLOR LEVEL: Set the saturation of the color of the

PEAK COLOR indicator.

AREA: To limit the area where to display the dynamic

focus signal. The AREA value setting is common to the VF detail, dynamic focus, and gritty focus functions.

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

To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to OFF to exit Menu mode.

OFF MODE1 100%

100% H:0 V:0

Setting the Gritty Focus Function

The gritty focus function emphasizes the focus point in VF signals created from 8K resolution image signals.

Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the arrow marker (,) to <DYNAMIC FOCUS> and press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

The <DYNAMIC FOCUS> page is displayed.

Display the FOCUS ASSIST2 page of the OPERATION menu.

Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the arrow marker (,) to <GRITTY FOCUS> and set it to ON.

You can set the details using the following items. AREA: Limit the area to where the gritty focus is

displayed. The AREA value setting is common to the VF detail, dynamic focus, and gritty focus functions.

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