Page 1: Operating Instructions
Digital Camera/VTR Operating Instructions Printed in Japan VQT7984-1 F1298H2059-100...
Page 2: Safety Precautions
For your safety CAUTION CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dan- gerous voltage”...
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Pack ......Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack ....
Page 4 Contents Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays ....VTR Section Operation/Status-Related Displays ..... . . Time Code-Related Displays .
Page 5: General And Features
General and Features The model AJ-D400 integrates a color video camera which employs three frame interline trans- fer (FIT) CCDs with 410,000 device on-chip lenses with a DVCPRO format VTR which is equipped with the latest compression technology. The AJ-D400 is particularly compact and light weight with low power consumption, and realizes...
Page 6 Functions and circuits for assuring high picture quality The AJ-D400 is equipped with the following functions (and circuits) in order to assure high pic- ture quality and is designed to make the fullest use of the advantages of the high-performance CCD.
Page 7 Features Recording by an external VTR When an external VTR is connected using the 26-pin output adaptor (option, AJ-YA900P or AJ-YA700P), recording can be performed by the external VTR instead of the internal VTR. Remote control Connecting the Extension Control Unit (option, AQ-EC1) allows a portion of the camera section functions to be operated by remote control.
Page 8: Features Of The Vtr Section
Features Features of the VTR section Digital system The VTR section features a component digital recording system that employs the latest com- pression technology and non-compressed PCM recording for audio. This system provides supe- rior S/N, frequency band and waveform characteristics as well as reproduction of detailed areas, etc., and realizes even higher picture and sound quality.
Page 9: System Configuration
Wireless microphone (supplied) receiver WX-RA700 Microphone holder AJ-MH700P Lens (Bayonet type) Fujinon/Canon 5 EVF mount adaptor Camera/VTR AJ-QVF900 AJ-D400 5 EVF AJ-VF53 5 EVF mount adaptor AJ-YA711 5 EVF WV-VF65B/C Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Soft carrying case AJ-SC900 Tripod attachment (supplied)
Page 10: Controls And Their Functions
Controls and Their Functions Power Supply Section Battery holder The battery pack (option) made by Anton Bauer is mounted onto this holder. DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR, 4P) The AJ-B75 AC adaptor (option) is plugged into this socket when the unit is to be operated by AC power.
Page 11: Accessory Mounting Section
Controls and Their Functions Accessory Mounting Section Hook for mounting shoulder belt Attach the accessory shoulder belt to this hook. Light shoe Mount the video light, etc. onto this shoe. Lens mount (bayonet type) Mount the lens here. Lens clamping lever Insert the lens into the lens mount the lens.
Page 12: Audio Function Section
Controls and Their Functions Audio Function Section (1) AUDIO LEVEL CH1 (audio channel 1 recording level) control When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch channel 1 can be adjusted by this control in addition to the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control the side panel. MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin) Connect an optional microphone to this jack.
Page 13 Controls and Their Functions Audio Function Section (3) ALARM (warning tone volume) control This adjusts the warning tone volume heard from the speaker to the PHONES jack However, by making changes to the inside parts, the tone can be made audible even when the control is at its lowest position.
Page 14: Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (1
Controls and Their Functions ° § ¢ £ Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (1) Viewfinder Black-and-white images can be seen in the viewfinder during recording and playback. Warn- ings and messages relating to the unit’s operating status and settings, zebra pattern, markers (safety zone marker, center marker), etc.
Page 15 Controls and Their Functions ¶ ® Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (2) CC/ND FILTER (filter selector) knob This selects the filter to match the light source which is illuminating the subject. If the setting of this knob is changed when the menu display mode has been set to “3” (de- fault setting), the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds on the setting change message display area of the viewfinder screen.
Page 16 Controls and Their Functions Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (3) OUTPUT (output signal selector)/AUTO KNEE switch This switch selects the video signals which are to be output from the camera unit to the VTR unit, viewfinder and video monitor. The AUTO KNEE function can be used when the images shot by the camera have been selected.
Page 17 Controls and Their Functions ≤ ≥ ± ECU REMOTE (remote control) connector (6-pin) Connect the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) here. Note The POWER switches on unit and extension control unit must be set to OFF before the re- mote control cable is connected or disconnected. 26-pin output adaptor (option) mount (See page 90 for mounting method.) The 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor AJ-YA900P (option) or 26-pin output adaptor AJ-YA700P...
Page 18 Controls and Their Functions Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (4) VTR START button When this pressed, recording commences; when it is pressed again, recording stops. This button has the same function as the VTR button on the lens side. VTR SAVE/STBY (tape protection) switch This selects the power supply status while the VTR recording is temporarily stopped (REC PAUSE).
Page 19 Controls and Their Functions ∫ π EJECT (cassette eject) button Press this to insert or eject the cassette. REW (rewind) button Press this to rewind the tape. Its lamp lights during rewinding. If this button is pressed during playback, the playback images are rewound at approximately quadruple speed while the button is held down.
Page 20: Menu Operation Section
Controls and Their Functions Menu Operation Section MENU SET/OFF switch This displays the setting menu on the viewfinder screen. SET: OFF: The setting menu is not displayed on the viewfinder screen. SHIFT/ITEM button Each time this button is pressed, the cursor moves on the setting menu page now displayed. Use it when selecting items.
Page 21 Controls and Their Functions Time Code-Related Section (2) HOLD button The time data appearing on the counter display at the instant when this button is pressed is held. (The time code generator will still continue to run.) When the button is pressed again, the hold status is released.
Page 22: Warning/Status Display Section
Controls and Their Functions À TCG (time code selector) switch This is used to set the running mode of the internal time code generator. F-RUN: This position is used when the time code is to be advanced continuously regardless SET: R-RUN: This position is used when the time code is to be advanced only while recording is Warning/Status Display Section...
Page 23: Power Supply
Note The AJ-D400 supports the intelligent battery system and the ultra-light system. Automatic detection can be performed for intelligent batteries with a remaining battery level of 10% or more. At this time, the remaining battery level is displayed numerically (percent- age display) inside the viewfinder.
Page 24: Battery Pack
Power Supply Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack Detach the battery mounts. Connect the unit’s connectors with the connectors of the AU-M402H battery case. Mount the AU-M402H battery case. Open the battery case cover and lift up the rubber cap to expose the screw holes. Tighten the screws with a screwdriver and mount the case to the unit.
Page 25 Power Supply Connect the battery pack plug to the connector inside the case and insert the battery pack. Note The unit’s power must be set to OFF before the plug is inserted or removed. – 25 –...
Page 26: Using A Sony Battery Pack
Power Supply Using a Sony Battery Pack Remove the battery mounts. See page 24. Mount the accessory battery mounting connector. Mount the Sony battery holder. Mount the battery case with the cover detached first, and then mount the detached cover as shown in the figure.
Page 27: Using The Sony Bp-90 Battery Pack
Power Supply Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack Mount the accessory battery mounting connector. (See the preceding page.) Mount the BP-90 battery case. Tighten the mounting screws. Tichten the power supply contact screws. Insert the top of the detached cover in the direction of the arrow. Align the hole at the bottom (metal part) of the cover with the bottom of the case and mount the cover to the battery mounting connector with the screw.
Page 28: Using An Ac Power Supply (When Using The Aj-B75 Ac Adaptor)
Power Supply Using an AC Power Supply (When using the AJ-B75 AC Adaptor) Connect the unit’s EXT DC IN socket with the DC OUT connector of the AJ-B75 AC adaptor. Set the AC adaptor’s power to ON. Set the unit’s power switch to ON. Notes When using an external power supply other than the AJ-B75 AC adaptor, check the pin signal of the EXT DC IN socket.
Page 29: Mounting The Lens
Mounting the Lens Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap. Align the indentation at the top center of the lens mount with the center mark of the lens and mount the lens. Lower the lens clamping lever and clamp the lens. Press the cable into the cable clamp and connect it to the LENS connector.
Page 30: Adjusting The Lens Flange
Adjusting the Lens Flange When images are not clearly focused at both the telephoto and wide-angle positions during zoom operations, adjust the flange back (the distance from the lens mounting surface to the im- age formation surface). Once adjusted, the flange back does not need to be readjusted as long as the lens is not changed.
Page 31: Adjusting The White Shading
Adjusting the White Shading The AJ-D400 is adjusted for the Fujinon S14 7.5 BRM4 and CANON YH14 7.3 KRS lenses when shipped from the factory. If a lens other than these two lenses is to be used, adjusting the white shading before shooting is recommended.
Page 32 Adjusting the White Shading Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to A or B execute AWB. Next, execute ABB and then execute AWB again. Repeat step 6. Set the MENU switch from OFF to SET while holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP but- tons to open the menu.
Page 33: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Adjusting the Viewfinder Adjusting the Position Loosen the viewfinder forward-backward/left-right position clamp lever. Adjust the position of the viewfinder in the forward-backward and left-right directions. Tighten the viewfinder forward-backward/left-right position clamp lever to the locked po- sition. Viewfinder Lever – 33 –...
Page 34: Adjusting The Diopter And Screen
Adjusting the Viewfinder Adjusting the Diopter and Screen Adjusting the diopter Set the POWER switch to ON. A picture will appear in the viewfinder. Turn the diopter adjustment ring to adjust the diopter so that the viewfinder picture can be clearly seen.
Page 35: Detaching The Eyecup
Adjusting the Viewfinder Detaching the Eyecup Detaching the eyecup allows the entire screen to be seen clearly even when shooting with your eye removed from the viewfinder. This also facilitates the removal of dust which has adhered to the CRT screen and mirror. Note Absolutely do not wipe the mirror surface as it has been specially treated.
Page 36: Detaching And Mounting The Viewfinder
Adjusting the Viewfinder Detaching the Viewfinder Check that the POWER switch is set to OFF. Disconnect the plug from the viewfinder cable connector. Note Use both hands to detach the viewfinder. The viewfinder may not detach smoothly with one hand, resulting in damage to the viewfinder. Loosen the viewfinder stopper screw and detach the viewfinder by pulling it straight up.
Page 37: Audio Input Preparations
Audio Input Preparations Using the Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit Using the microphone kit (standard accessory) or the AJ-MH700P microphone holder (option) allows a microphone to be mounted to the main unit. See the Handling Instructions for the microphone holder. Using the Microphone Kit (standard accessory) Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit Mount the microphone.
Page 38: Mounting The Aj-Mh700P Microphone Holder (Option)
Audio Input Preparations Mounting the AJ-MH700P Microphone Holder (Option) Remove the microphone holder mounting screws. Mount the AJ-MH700P microphone adaptor (option) to the main unit. Mount the microphone to the microphone holder and tighten the screws. Connect the microphone connecting cable to the MIC IN jack. Set the AUDIO IN switch to FRONT [MIC] in accordance with the audio channel to be re- corded.
Page 39: Using The Microphone Not Mounted To
Audio Input Preparations Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit To the MIC IN Connector Note When extending the microphone, use a cable which supports the phantom power supply type of microphone. Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit AUDIO IN Switch: Set the AUDIO IN Switches AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch for the audio channel you wish to...
Page 40: Mounting A Wireless Microphone
Audio Input Preparations Mounting a Wireless Microphone When using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless re- ceiver. AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch of the channel to which the audio signal source is connected to REAR [LINE].
Page 41: Mounting The Unit To A Tripod
Mounting the Unit to a Tripod When mounting the unit to a tripod, use a supplied tripod attachment. Mount the tripod attachment to the tripod. Select the attachment hole in consideration of the unit’s and tripod attachment’s center of gravity. In addition, check that the diameter of the selected hole matches the diameter of the universal head’s camera mounting screw.
Page 42: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position The shoulder pad can be slid up to (the position when shipped from the factory). Adjust the shoulder pad position to facilitate opera- tion of the unit. Loosen the two screws. Slide the pad in the forward-backward direction to select an appropriate position. Tighten the screws to clamp the pad.
Page 43: Attaching The Rain Cover
Attaching the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as shown in the figure below. Tighten the Cord. When mounting the unit to the tripod attachment, mount the unit using this hole. Secure the surface fastener. – 43 –...
Page 44: Connecting The Aq-Ec1 Extension Control Unit (Option)
The functions of the AQ-EC1 are limited as follows. The STORE switch does not function. (If the menu settings are changed while the AQ-EC1 is connected to the AJ-D400, the new menu settings are saved automatically as soon as the changes are made.)
Page 45: Warning/Status Displays In The Viewfinder And Display Window Displaying The Setting Menu Inside The Viewfinder
Page See the corresponding pages for a detailed description of each page’s functions. Note When connecting the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) and controlling the AJ-D400 exter- nally, the engineer menu is always opened as the setting menu. Page name...
Page 46 Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Changing the setting menu configuration The setting menu can be configured by selecting only the pages necessary for the application. Pages are selected using the MENU SELECT page of the engineer menu mode. When using the engineer menu, switch the unit to engineer mode as described below.
Page 47: Basic Setting Menu Operations
Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Basic Setting Menu Operations The setting menu is operated using the MENU SET/OFF switch and the SHIFT/ITEM, UP, DOWN and PAGE buttons. SHIFT/ITEM Button SHIFT UP Button DOWN Button DOWN PAGE Button PAGE MENU SET/OFF Switch Displaying the setting menu...
Page 48: Returning To The Default Settings
Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Selecting the desired item Press the SHIFT/ITEM button. Each time this button is pressed, the cursor (arrow) which indicates the selected item moves to the next item. The item can also be selected using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows. Changing the settings Press the UP button to increase the setting.
Page 49: Lamp Displays Inside The Viewfinder
Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder The viewfinder displays are as follows. 1. REC (recording) lamp This lamp lights (red) during recording, and flashes when warnings are issued. See “Warning System” (page 116) for a detailed description. 2. BATT (battery) lamp When the battery voltage has dropped, this lamp begins flashing several minutes before the unit can no longer be operated, and lights when the unit can no longer be operated.
Page 50: Setting The ! Lamp Display
Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder Setting the ! Lamp Display Items subject to ! lamp display are selected at the ! LED page of the setting menu. (When shipped from the factory, the unit is set so that the ! LED page is not displayed.) To operate the ! LED page, switch the unit to engineer mode or select the ! LED page at the MENU SELECT page.
Page 51: Status Displays Inside The Viewfinder Screen
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen In addition to images, messages indicating the unit’s settings and operating status appear on the viewfinder screen. The center marker and safety zone marker, etc. are also displayed. When the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to OFF, items set to SET at the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu and using related switches appear at the top and bottom of the screen.
Page 52 Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Extender display This is displayed when the lens extender is being used. Shutter speed/mode display This displays the shutter speed or shutter mode setting. OFF: 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000: 1/30.4–1/250 (SYNCHRO SCAN): SUPER V: Remaining tape length display This indicates the remaining tape length (minutes) for the VTR during recording.
Page 53 Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Audio level display This displays the audio CH1 level. During sine wave input, the audio level display corresponds roughly to the VTR level meter display as follows. Iris value display This displays the approximate iris setting (F number). Warning display This displays the black balance, white balance, auto knee function, super iris, super high gain and other warning displays.
Page 54: Selecting Display Items
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Selecting Display Items The items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen can be selected by switching the display ON/OFF setting independently for each item at the VF DISPLAY page. The items which can be selected are as follows.
Page 55: Display Mode And Setting Change Message
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Display Mode and Setting Change Message Messages informing of the contents of changed settings and adjustment results can be limited to part of the displayed items or not displayed for all items. The conditions under which messages are displayed and the corresponding display modes are shown in the table below.
Page 56: Changing The Display Mode
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Changing the Display Mode The display mode setting appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu. Perform the operations in steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting Display Items” (page 54) to display the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu on the viewfinder screen and align the cursor with the DISP MODE item.
Page 57: Setting The Camera Id
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Setting the Camera ID The camera ID can be set at the CAMERA ID page of the setting menu. A camera ID of up to ten characters including English letters, symbols and spaces can be used. The camera ID is recorded when the OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch is set to BARS and the color bar signal is being recorded.
Page 58: Displays
Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays Remaining tape length DF SLAVE TCG HOLD When the amount remaining on the tape is more than 30 minutes long, all seven segments up to the “F” posi- tion appear lighted. When it is less than 30 min- utes long, one segment will go off for every 5-minute reduc- tion in the length.
Page 59: Time Code-Related Displays
Displays Time Code-Related Displays DF SLAVE TCG HOLD RF SERVO HUMID SLACK These lamps light to indicate the time code, CTL and real time displays. SLAVE: This lamp lights when the time code is locked to an external source. HOLD: Time counter display: This displays the time code, CTL, user bit and real time.
Page 60: Adjusting The Time And Date
Adjusting the Time and Date Adjustment and setup using the setting menu 1. Hold down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons and set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The unit switches to ENG mode. The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 61: Adjustments And Setup During Recording Adjustments And Setup Using The Setting Menu
Adjustments and Setup During Recording Adjustments and Setup Using the Setting Menu Adjustments and setup operations during recording are performed at the setting menu. Setting menu operations are basically performed according to the procedures described on page 47. However, these procedures vary slightly according to the item. Items which can be adjusted or set up at the setting menu are as follows.
Page 62: Setting The Gain Selector Value
Adjustments and Setup During Recording Setting the Gain Selector Value When shooting in locations without sufficient brightness, bright images can be obtained by rais- ing the gain. However, care should be taken as raising the gain also increases the noise. The gain value for the image amplifier is selected by the GAIN switch.
Page 63: Selecting Functions
Adjustments and Setup During Recording Selecting Functions VTR operation functions can be selected at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu. Selecting the required functions Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 64: Adjusting The White Balance/Black Balance
Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Adjusting the White Balance Adjusting the white balance and black balance in the order of AWB (white balance adjustment) Normally, the white balance and black balance do not need to be readjusted even if the power is turned off and then on again.
Page 65 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Place the white pattern over a location with the same conditions as the light source illumi- nating the subject and zoom up to project white on the screen. A white object (white cloth, white wall) near the subject can also be used. The white area required is as shown below.
Page 66 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance When the White Balance Cannot be Automatically Adjusted An error message will appear on the viewfinder screen. (The message appears when the display mode is set to “2” or “3”.) The displayed messages are as follows. Error messages related to white balance adjustment Error message COLOR TEMP.
Page 67: Adjusting The Black Balance
Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance The black balance must be adjusted in the following cases. When the unit is used for the first time When the unit is first used after an extended period of non-use When the unit is used under conditions where the ambient temperature has changed by a wide margin When the gain selector value is changed When the SUPER IRIS button setting is changed (when setting is changed to...
Page 68 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Adjustment is completed after a few seconds (the following message appears) and the ad- justment value is automatically stored in the memory. Notes Check that the lens connector is connected and that the iris of the lens is set to CLOSE. During black balance adjustment, the iris automatically goes to the shaded status.
Page 69: Setting The Electronic Shutter Shutter Modes
Setting the Electronic Shutter Shutter Modes The shutter modes which can be used with the unit’s electronic shutter and the shutter speeds which can be selected are as follows. Shutter modes and shutter speeds which can be selected Mode Standard SYNCHRO SCAN SUPER V...
Page 70: Selecting The Shutter Mode/Speed
Setting the Electronic Shutter Setting the Shutter Mode/Speed The shutter speed during shutter mode and standard mode is set by the SHUTTER switch. During SYNCHRO SCAN mode, the shutter speed can be set beforehand at the SYNCHRO SCAN page of the setting menu. The shutter speed can also be set by the UP and DOWN buttons during SYNCHRO SCAN mode.
Page 71: Setting The Synchro Scan Mode
Setting the Electronic Shutter Setting the Synchro Scan Mode Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.) Press the PAGE button repeatedly until the SYNCHRO SCAN page shown below appears.
Page 72: Changing The Shutter Speed/Mode Selection Range
Setting the Electronic Shutter Changing the Shutter Speed/Mode Selection Range The shutter speed selection range can be limited to the required range and whether to use a special operation mode can be selected at the SHUTTER SPEED page of the setting menu. The unit is set so that the SHUTTER SPEED page is not displayed when shipped from the factory.
Page 73: Adjusting The Audio Level
Adjusting the Audio Level If the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 selector switch is set to AUTO, the input levels of audio CH1 and CH2 are automatically adjusted. If are the level of audio channels 1 and 2 to be manually adjusted, perform the following operations. Manually Adjusting the Audio Level Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 selector switch to MAN.
Page 74 Adjusting the Audio Level Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel to adjust the input vol- ume so that the audio level display appears as shown below. When the input volume is normal, the audio level display turns ON up to the seventh of the eight level display bars from the left.
Page 75: Setting The Time Data
Setting the Time Data Setting the Time Code When using both the user bit and the time code, set the user bit first. If the time code is set first, the time code generator will stop while the user bit is being set, causing the set time code to become inaccurate.
Page 76: Setting The User Bit
Setting the Time Data Setting the User Bit Setting the user bit allows up to 8 digits of hexadecimal data such as memos (date, time), etc. to be recorded in the sub code track. Set the DISPLAY switch to UB. Set the TCG switch to SET.
Page 77: Locking The Time Code To An External Source
Setting the Time Data Locking the Time Code to an External Source When mounting the Time code input/output/Video input adaptor AJ-YA710P (option), the time code generator of the VTR section can be locked to an external generator. Example of connections for external locking Example 1: Locking the time code to an external signal External REF TC IN...
Page 78: External Lock Operation Procedure
Setting the Time Data External Lock Operation Procedure Set the POWER switch to ON. Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to F-RUN. Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. Supply reference time code and reference video signals with a phase relationship which meets the time code standards to the TC IN and GENLOCK IN connectors, respectively. This locks the built-in time code generator to the reference time code.
Page 79: Cassettes
Cassettes Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes Inserting cassettes Check that there are no cables, etc. around the cassette holder and the top panel and then set the POWER switch to ON. If condensation has occurred inside the unit, the HUMID display lights. In these cases, wait until the display goes off before proceeding to step 2.
Page 80: Preventing Accidental Erasure
Cassettes Ejecting cassettes With the power turned on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder and eject the cassette. If a cassette is not to be inserted immediately after ejecting the cassette, close the cassette holder. Ejecting cassettes when the battery has run out Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn off the power, then turn on the power again and immedi- ately hold down the EJECT button.
Page 81: Recording Basic Procedures
Recording Basic Procedures This section describes the basic operating procedures for shooting and recording. When starting to shoot actual images, inspect the unit beforehand to check that all systems are functioning normally. See the “Inspections Before Shooting” (page 120) for a description of inspection procedures. Procedures from power supply preparations to inserting a cassette Insert a charged battery pack.
Page 82 Recording Procedures from adjusting the white balance and black balance to stopping recording Turn on the power, insert a cassette, and then set the various switches as follows. AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2: AUTO TCG: F-RUN or R-RUN OUTPUT: CAM/AUTO KNEE ON GAIN: Normally, set to 0 dB.
Page 83: Shooting Images
Recording Shooting images Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the focus and zoom. When using the electronic shutter, set the shutter speed and operation mode. See “Setting the Electronic Shutter” (page 69) for a detailed description. Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens to start recording. The REC lamp inside the viewfinder lights during recording.
Page 84: Successive Shooting
Recording Successive Shooting Successive shooting with an accuracy of within 0– 1 frame can be performed simply by press- ing the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens while recording is paused. While recording is paused The unit automatically searches for the successive shooting point.
Page 85 Recording Successive Shooting in Other Cases If successive shooting is to be performed after the tape has been run, the cassette has been ejected, or when using a tape which has only been recorded part-way, follow the procedures outlined below. Performing successive shooting after the tape has been run, the cassette has been ejected, or when using a tape which has only been recorded part-way Press the PLAY button while watching the viewfinder screen and play back the tape.
Page 86: Playback-Checking Recorded Contents
Playback—Checking Recorded Contents Pressing the PLAY button allows black-and-white playback images to be viewed on the view- finder. Playback images can also be viewed in two other ways. Rec review: If the RET VIDEO switch is set to the INT side, black-and-white images of the last 2 seconds of the recorded contents can be seen on the viewfinder.
Page 87: Connection With An External Vtr
Connection With an External VTR The unit is equipped with an interface which enables recording to be performed by an external VTR. Mounting the AJ-YA900P or AJ-YA700P 26-pin output adaptor (option) and connecting the 26- pin cable (option) to the unit allows recording to be performed by the VTR section (internal VTR) of the unit and an external VTR.
Page 88: Recording Simultaneously With The Internal Vtr And An External Vtr
Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External Connections Mount the AJ-YA900P or AJ-YA700P 26-pin output adaptor (option) to the unit, connect the ex- ternal VTR with the 26-pin cable, and set the audio input level selector switch of the external VTR to “...
Page 89 Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External Functions of the Unit’s VTR SAVE/STBY Switch Tape running mode Pressing the unit’s STOP, REW or FF buttons sets the internal VTR to stop, rewind or fast for- ward modes, respectively. However, the external VTR is set to recording paused status in all cases.
Page 90: Recording With An External Vtr Instead
Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTR Using the 26-pin Output Adaptor Connections The method of connecting the external VTR is the same as that described in “Recording Simul- taneously with the Internal VTR and an External VTR”. See “Connections”...
Page 91 Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTR Controlling the external VTR with the unit’s switches Setting the 26P CONTROL function as indicated below at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the set- ting menu prevents the internal VTR from being operated and enables only the external VTR to be controlled by the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens.
Page 92: Ret Button
RET Button The images recorded on the VTR or return video signal which has been input to the Time code input/output/Video input adaptor AJ-YA710 (option) can be seen on the viewfinder screen when the RET (return video) button is pressed or while it is kept pressed in. What is displayed on the viewfinder screen changes as indicated in the table below according to the RET VIDEO switch setting and VTR mode.
Page 93: Replacing The Backup Battery
Replacing the Backup Battery The unit is shipped from the factory with a backup battery already mounted. When the battery runs out, the TCG time code value indicates 00:00:00:00. At this time, the time code value cannot be backed up. In addition, the “BACK UP BATT EMPTY”...
Page 94: Setting Menu Screens
Setting Menu Screens MARKER Screen This page sets the setting for the marker displays inside the viewfinder. - MARKER - CENT ER MARK : O N ¢ SA F E T Y ZONE : Menu screen display methods USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu. ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays the ENG menu.
Page 95: Vf Display Screen
Setting Menu Screens VF DISPLAY Screen This page sets the setting for the display information inside the viewfinder. - V F D I SP L AY - D I SP MODE ¢ EX T ENDER : ON SHUT T ER : ON T APE : ON...
Page 96: Camera Id Screen
Setting Menu Screens CAMERA ID Screen This page performs the camera ID settings. Each time the UP button is pressed, the character display changes in the order of space, English letters (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9) and symbols [space, changes the character display in the reverse order.
Page 97: Led Screen
Setting Menu Screens SYNCHRO SCAN Screen This page performs the synchro scan settings. - SYNCHRO SCAN - 1 / 6 1 . 7 ! LED Screen This page sets the ON/OFF setting for the ! LED display inside the viewfinder. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix ( ) or period ( .
Page 98 Setting Menu Screens MAIN FUNCTION Screen This page performs the adjustment function settings. - MA I N FUNCT I ON - PHANTOM FRONT : ON ¢ PHANTOM CH 1 : OF F PHANTOM CH 2 : OF F BATT/TAPE ALARM Screen The battery end and tape end audio warnings during shooting can be switched off if they become undesirable.
Page 99 Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 1/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 1 settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix ( ) or period ( . ) in front of the item on the screen. - FUNCT I ON 1 / 5 - E DE T A I L ¢...
Page 100 Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 3/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 3 settings. - FUNCT I O N 3 / 5 - HUM I D OPE : OF F ¢ 2 6 P CONTROL : OF F REC S T ART : NORMA L TC M : DF...
Page 101 Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 4/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 4 settings. - FUNCT I ON 4 / 5 - FRONT M I C : - 4 0 d B ¢ REAR M I C CH 1 : - 6 0 d B REAR M I C CH 2 : - 6 0 d B L I NE CH 1 / CH 2...
Page 102: Time Date Screen
Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 5/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 5 settings. - FUNCT I ON 5 / 5 - AUD I O OUT : CH 1 ¢ L I M I T ER : ON T ES T TONE : ON TIME DATE Screen This page performs the date and time settings.
Page 103: Low Setting Screen
Setting Menu Screens LOW SETTING Screen This page sets the low level. - LOW SE T T I NG - MAS T ER GA I N 0 d B ¢ H . DT L L EVE L : 1 3 V .
Page 104: Mid Setting Screen
Setting Menu Screens MID SETTING Screen This page sets the middle level. - M I D SE T T I NG - MAS T ER GA I N 9 d B ¢ H . DT L L EVE L : 1 3 V .
Page 105: High Setting Screen
Setting Menu Screens HIGH SETTING Screen This page sets the high level. H I GH SE T T I NG MAS T ER GA I N : 1 8 d B ¢ H . DT L L EVE L : 1 0 V .
Page 106 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 1/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 1 settings. - L EVE L 1 / 6 - C DT L COMPE . : OF F ¢ CHROMA DT L : 0 0 C DT L COR I NG : 0 0 KNEE APERTURE : ON S L I M DT L...
Page 107 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 3/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 3 settings. - L EVE L 3 / 6 - M . PED : + 0 0 0 ¢ SE T UP : 7 . 5 % MANUA L KNEE : ON KNEE PO I NT...
Page 108 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 4/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 4 settings. - L EVE L 4 / 6 - F L ARE : --- ¢ F L ARE : --- F L ARE : --- GAMMA : + 0 0 AMMA : + 0 0 The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.
Page 109 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 5/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 5 settings. - L EVE L 5 / 6 - MA TR I X T AB L E : A ¢ MA TR I X R- G : + 1 0 MA TR I X R-B : + 1 0...
Page 110 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 6/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 6 settings. - L EVE L 6 / 6 - H PHASE COARSE : 0 7 ¢ H PHASE F I NE SC PHASE COARSE : 0 SC PHASE F I NE : 1 2 8 A .
Page 111 Setting Menu Screens VF OPERATION Screen This page performs the viewfinder display settings. - V F OPERA T I ON - V F OUT ¢ V F DT L Z EBRA 1 DE T ECT : 0 7 0 Z EBRA 2 DE T ECT : 0 8 5 Z EBRA 2 : S POT The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.
Page 112: Lens Adj Screen
Setting Menu Screens LENS ADJ Screen This page performs the lens adjustments. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix ( ) or period ( . ) in front of the item on the screen. - L ENS AD J - E F 2 .
Page 113 Setting Menu Screens MENU SELECT 2/3 Screen This page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix ( ) or period ( . ) in front of the item on the screen. - MENU SE L ECT 2 / 3 - .
Page 114 Setting Menu Screens MENU SELECT 3/3 Screen This page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix ( ) or period ( . ) in front of the item on the screen. - MENU SE L ECT 3 / 3 - .
Page 115: Diagnostic Screen
Setting Menu Screens AUTO SHADING Screen This page performs the auto shading settings. Align the arrow with the desired BLACK or WHITE item and press the UP or DOWN button to execute the setting. - AUT SHAD I NG - B L ACK ¢...
Page 116: Warning System
Warning System If trouble is detected immediately after the power is turned on or during operation, the display window (LCD), WARNING lamp, lamps inside the viewfinder, and warning tones from the speaker and earphone inform the operator of trouble. Display window (LCD) Warning Warning Item...
Page 117 Warning System Display window (LCD) Warning Warning Item display display status Flashes E TAPE TAPE END Flashes Flashes BATTERY E BATT Flashes 1) During recording 2) During playback, fast forward or rewind Notes When trouble occurs with the external VTR connected to the unit, warnings are displayed only by the unit’s REC and TALLY lamps.
Page 118: Emergency Eject
Emergency eject If the cassette cannot be ejected by pressing the EJECT button, use a screwdriver or similar tool to press and turn the EMERGENCY screw. This enables the cassette to be removed. Set the power to OFF. Remove the rubber cap where shown in the figure. Insert a Phillips head screwdriver into the cross-shaped part of the EMERGENCY screw (red).
Page 119: Maintenance
Maintenance Condensation If the unit is moved from a cold location to a warm location or used in areas with high humidity, the moisture in the air may adhere as water droplets on the head drum. This is called condensa- tion, and if the tape is run under these conditions, it will easily stick to the drum.
Page 120: Inspections Before Shooting
Inspections Before Shooting Perform the following inspections before shooting to check that all systems are operating prop- erly. Checking the image with a color monitor is recommended. Inspection Preparations Insert a charged battery pack. Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID display does not appear and that five or more bars of the remaining battery level display are lighted.
Page 121: Inspecting The Viewfinder
Inspections Before Shooting Inspecting the Viewfinder Adjust the position of the viewfinder. Check that the color bar appears on the viewfinder screen, and then adjust the BRIGHT, CONTRAST and PEAKING controls so that the color bar appears clearly on the viewfinder. Check the following items.
Page 122: Inspecting The Iris And Zoom Functions
Inspections Before Shooting Inspecting the Iris and Zoom Functions Set the zoom to electric zoom mode and check the electric zoom operation. Check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle. Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the manual zoom operation. Turn the manual zoom lever and check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle.
Page 123 Inspections Before Shooting (2) Inspection of Audio Level Automatic Adjustment Functions Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch to AUTO. Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to FRONT [MIC]. Aim a microphone connected to the MIC IN jack at an appropriate sound source and check that the level display for both CH1 and CH2 changes in accordance with the sound level.
Page 124: Specifications
Specifications General Power supply voltage: Power consumption: Operating temperature: Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Continuous operating time: Weight: Dimensions: Camera Section Pick-up devices: System: Picture elements: Spectral system: Built-in filters: Quantization: Digital signal processing: Horizontal drive frequency: Programmable gains: Super gain: Shutter speeds: Lens mount: Sensitivity:...
Page 125: Vtr Section
Specifications VTR Section VTR Video System Bands: S/N ratio: K factor (2T pulse): Y/C delay: VTR Audio System Sampling frequency: Quantization: Frequency response: Dynamic range: Distortion: Wow/flutter: Head room: Emphasis: VTR Tape Running System Tape speed: Recording/playback time: FF/REW time: Connectors Input AUDIO IN CH1/CH2...
Page 126: Related Components
Specifications Related Components Power supply related AU-BP220, AU-BP402 battery packs AG-B425 battery charger (for charging the AU-BP220 and AU-BP402 battery packs) AU-M402H battery case AJ-B75 AC adaptor Viewfinder 5-inch viewfinder External VTR-related Portable video cassette recorder AJ-YA710P time code input/output/video input adaptor AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (for connecting an external VTR to the 26-pin inter- face) AJ-YA700P 26-pin output adaptor (for connecting an external VTR to the 26-pin interface)
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