Sony XDCU-50 User Manual

HD Camera

4-260-666-11 (1)

Extension Unit

Operating Instructions

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

XDCU-50

4260666110

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

THIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED.

does not fit into your outlet, consult an electrician for replacement of the obsolete outlet.

• Protect the power cord from being walked on or pinched particularly at plugs, convenience receptacles, and the point where they exit from the apparatus.

• Only use attachments/accessories specified by the manufacturer.

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

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120 V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage” within the product’s enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.

This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance.

Important Safety Instructions

• Read these instructions.

• Keep these instructions.

• Heed all warnings.

• Follow all instructions.

• Do not use this apparatus near water.

• Clean only with dry cloth.

• Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer’s instructions.

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

• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized or grounding-type plug. A polarized plug has two blades with one wider than the other. A grounding-type plug has two blades and a third grounding prong. The wide blade or the third prong are provided for your safety. If the provided plug

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

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

Attention-when the product is installed in Rack:

1. Prevention against overloading of branch circuit

When this product is installed in a rack and is supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please make sure that the rack does not overload the supply circuit.

2. Providing protective earth

When this product is installed in a rack and is supplied power from an outlet on the rack, please confirm that the outlet is provided with a suitable protective earth connection.

3. Internal air ambient temperature of the rack

When this product is installed in a rack, please make sure that the internal air ambient temperature of the rack is within the specified limit of this product.

4. Prevention against achieving hazardous condition due to

uneven mechanical loading When this product is installed in a rack, please make sure that the rack does not achieve hazardous condition due to uneven mechanical loading.

5. Install the equipment while taking the operating

temperature of the equipment into consideration For the operating temperature of the equipment, refer to the specifications of the Operation Manual.

6. When performing the installation, keep the following space

away from walls in order to obtain proper exhaust and radiation of heat.

Right, Left: 4 cm (1.6 inches) or more Rear: 10 cm (4 inched) or more

When installing the installation space must be secured in consideration of the ventilation and service operation.

• Do not block the ventilation slots at the left side and right side panels, and vents of the fans.

• Leave a space around the unit for ventilation.

• Leave more than 40 cm of space in the rear of the unit to secure the operation area.

When the unit is installed on the desk or the like, leave at least 4 cm of space in the left and right sides. Leaving 40 cm or more of space above the unit is recommended for service operation.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY. If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power cord specified below. DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER CORD.

Plug Cap Parallel blade with ground pin

(NEMA 5-15P Configuration) Cord Type SJT, three 16 or 18 AWG wires Length Minimum 1.5 m (4 ft. 11 in.), Less than

2.5 m (8 ft. 3 in.)

Rating Minimum 10A, 125V

Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V may require the use of a different line cord or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING: THIS WARNING IS APPLICABLE FOR OTHER COUNTRIES.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /

Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance

Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

WARNING

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) /

Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.

2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance

Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).

If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

CAUTION

The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No objects filled with liquids, such as vases, shall be placed on the apparatus.

Do not install the appliance in a confined space, such as book case or built-in cabinet.

The unit is not disconnected from the AC power source (mains) as long as it is connected to the wall outlet, even if the unit itself has been turned off.

IMPORTANT

The nameplate is located on the bottom.

WARNING

Excessive sound pressure from a headset can cause hearing loss.

In order to use this product safely, avoid prolonged listening at excessive sound pressure levels.

The total current consumption on the camcorder and camera adapter (including peripheral equipment) to receive power from this unit must not exceed 70 W.

For kundene i Norge

Dette utstyret kan kobles til et IT-strømfordelingssystem.

Suomessa asuville asiakkaille

Laite on liitettävä suojamaadoituskoskettimilla varustettuun pistorasiaan

For kundene i Norge

Apparatet må tilkoples jordet stikkontakt

För kunderna i Sverige

Apparaten skall anslutas till jordat uttag

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

For the customers in Canada

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES-

003.

For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.

The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

AVERTISSEMENT

Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.

CET APPAREIL DOIT ÊTRE RELIÉ À LA TERRE.

Pour les clients en Europe

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne. La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes :

• EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

• EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements

électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

AVERTISSEMENT

1. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/

fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des contacts de mise à la terre conformes à la réglementation de sécurité locale applicable.

2. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble secteur à 3 fils)/

fiche femelle/fiche mâle avec des caractéristiques nominales (tension, ampérage) appropriées.

Pour toute question sur l’utilisation du cordon d’alimentation/ fiche femelle/fiche mâle ci-dessus, consultez un technicien du service après-vente qualifié.

IMPORTANT

La plaque signalétique se situe sous l’appareil.

ATTENTION

Eviter d’exposer l’appareil à un égouttement ou à des éclaboussures. Ne placer aucun objet rempli de liquide, comme un vase, sur l’appareil.

Ne pas installer l’appareil dans un endroit confiné, par exemple une bibliothèque ou un placard encastré.

ATTENTION

Cet appareil n’est pas déconnecté de la source d’alimentation secteur tant qu’il est raccordé à la prise murale, même si l’appareil lui-même a été mis hors tension.

AVERTISSEMENT

Une pression acoustique excessive en provenance du casque peut provoquer une baisse de l’acuité auditive. Pour utiliser ce produit en toute sécurité, évitez l’écoute prolongée à des pressions sonores excessives.

Pour les clients au Canada

Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

WARNUNG

Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.

DIESES GERÄT MUSS GEERDET WERDEN.

WARNUNG

1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel (3-adriges Stromkabel)/einen geprüften Geräteanschluss/einen geprüften Stecker mit Schutzkontakten entsprechend den Sicherheitsvorschriften, die im betreffenden Land gelten.

2. Verwenden Sie ein Netzkabel (3-adriges Stromkabel)/einen Geräteanschluss/einen Stecker mit den geeigneten Anschlusswerten (Volt, Ampere).

Wenn Sie Fragen zur Verwendung von Netzkabel/ Geräteanschluss/Stecker haben, wenden Sie sich bitte an qualifiziertes Kundendienstpersonal.

WICHTIG

Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes.

VORSICHT

Das Gerät ist nicht tropf- und spritzwassergeschützt. Es dürfen keine mit Flüssigkeiten gefüllten Gegenstände, z. B. Vasen, darauf abgestellt werden.

Das Gerät nicht an Orten aufstellen, z.B. in Bücherregalen oder Einbauschränken, wo keine ausreichende Belüftung gewährleistet ist.

VORSICHT

Solange das Netzkabel an eine Netzsteckdose angeschlossen ist, bleibt das Gerät auch im ausgeschalteten Zustand mit dem Strommetz verbunden.

WARNUNG

Zu hoher Schalldruck von Headset kann Gehörschäden verursachen. Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden, vermeiden Sie längeres Hören bei sehr hohen Schalldruckpegeln.

Für Kunden in Europa

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen:

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit)

Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.

Overview...........................................................................................7

Features............................................................................................7

Using the CD-ROM...........................................................................8

Example System Configurations....................................................9

Names and Functions of Parts.....................................................11

Preparations and Settings ............................................................17

Appendix ........................................................................................21

Important Notes on Operation......................................................22

Specifications ................................................................................23

Reading the CD-ROM Manuals ............................................................ 8

Front Panel .......................................................................................... 11

Rear Panel............................................................................................ 14

Example Connections.......................................................................... 17

Attaching Rack Mount Brackets ......................................................... 18

Exchanging the Number Plate of the Tally Lamp............................... 18

Starting the System.............................................................................. 19

Setting the System Format .................................................................. 19

Genlocking the System........................................................................ 20

Return Video Signal Input and Output................................................ 21

Switching the Monitor Output of the XDCA-55/XDCA-53 ............... 21

Alarms (when the XDCA-55 is used) ................................................. 21

General ................................................................................................ 23

Connectors........................................................................................... 23

Supplied Accessories........................................................................... 23

Accessories Not Supplied.................................................................... 23

Table of Contents

Overview

Features

The XDCU-50 HD Camera Extension Unit (called “the unit” below) can be combined with a camcorder fitted with a XDCA-53 or XDCA-55 HD Camera Adaptor and equipment such as a remote control unit to configure a recording and long-distance transmission system. The maximum transmission distance is 100 m (328 feet). (In this manual, a system that includes this unit is called “this system”.)

The following table lists the camcorder/camera adaptor combinations that can be used in the system.

Camcorder Camera adaptor

PMW-EX3 XDCA-53

PMW-350K/350L

PMW-320K/320L

PMW-500

a) An optional CBK-CE01 50 Pin Interface and Digital Extender is required. b) An optional CBK-HD02 SDI/COMPOSITE Input and 50 Pin Interface is

required.

XDCA-55

Before transmission, this unit can perform format conversion of video signals received from the camcorder via the camera adaptor. You can also supply power to the camcorder from this unit, by connecting this unit and the camera adaptor with a special power cable (CCZ-A cable).

HD digital transmission

This unit supports bidirectional transmission of uncompressed HD digital signals between this unit and a camera adaptor. The maximum transmission distance is 100 m (328 feet). You can transmit high-quality video signals regardless of cable length.

Internal downconverter

You can convert HD signals received from the camera adaptor to SD output signals.

Internal upconverter

When return video is SD signals, you can upconvert it to HD signals for transmission to the camera adaptor.

External sync signals

You can genlock this unit to sync signals input from an external device. As the external sync signals, you can use either HD tri-level sync or SD sync signals (black burst).

Communication and control interfaces

• Intercom

• Tally (red and green)

• Trunk line (one line)

• Remote control line

Rack mountable

You can mount this unit in an EIA standard 19-inch rack.

Overview / Features

Using the CD-ROM

The supplied CD-ROM contains PDF-format Operating Instructions manuals (in English, Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese) for this unit and two camera adaptors (XDCA-53 and XDCA-55).

Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

Preparations

The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the documents contained on the CD-ROM. Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher

Memo

If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/

Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.

To read the documents

Do the following:

Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.

A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM.

Select and click on the manual that you wish to read.

This opens the PDF file.

Memo

The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the latest version you can download from the URL mentioned in “Preparations” above.

Note

If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact a Sony service representative.

Using the CD-ROM

+ 16 hidden pages