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Sony HDC2500 Operation Manual

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HD COLOR CAMERA
HDC2500
HDC2400
HDC2570
HDC2550
OPERATION MANUAL
[English]
1st Edition (Revised 7)

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  • Page 1 HD COLOR CAMERA HDC2500 HDC2400 HDC2570 HDC2550 OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition (Revised 7)

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    DIAGNOSIS Menu ............69 Appendix..............70 Precautions ..............70 Digital Triax Transmission (HDC2570) ......70 Error Messages ............. 71 Using a USB Drive............72 Specifications............73 HDC2500............... 73 HDC2400............... 73 HDC2570............... 74 HDC2550............... 75 Optional Accessories/Related Equipment ..... 76 Dimensions..............77 MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License....78...

  • Page 3: Overview

    (F-drop) that occurs when the lens extender • Dual camera system for transmitting video signals from two function is used. HDC2500/2400 cameras to two CCUs using just one optical fiber/multi-cable Note • Subcamera system for transmitting video signals from both...
  • Page 4 HDC2550 utilizes a triax transmission system and supports independently at the same time. 1080/50i-59.94i and 720/50P-59.94P formats. HDC2500/2400/2570/2550 features the natural skin detail function, which allows for adjustment of the detail gate signal, Various color-reproduction functions allowing even more vivid distinction of areas like skin that you...
  • Page 5 HD-SDI-equivalent digital data (not an HD- type of lens in use, or the shooting style. SDI video signal) from the HDC2500/2400 to an HDCU2000/ A low-repulsion shoulder pad (position fixed) is available as an 2500.
  • Page 6 Optional accessories You can add new functions and compatibility with other video formats by embedding the following optional accessories. For details on optional accessories, contact a Sony sales representative or Sony service representative. For specifications or more detailed information on optional accessories, refer to the Operation Manual of each accessory.

  • Page 7: System Configuration

    System Configuration Note Production of some of the peripherals and related devices shown in the figures has been discontinued. For advice on choosing devices, please contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales representative. Connection example HDVF-EL75/L750/L770 Viewfinder HKCU1001 HDVF-20A...
  • Page 8 Connection example 2 (HDC2570) HDVF-EL75 /L750/L770 Viewfinder HDVF-20A HKCU1001 HDVF-200 HDVF-EL20 BKW-401 Viewfinder HDVF-EL30 HKCU1003 Rotation Bracket Viewfinder HDFX200 HKCU2040 Zoom Lens HD Digital Triax HDC2570 (for ENG/EFP) CCA-5 CCU Adaptor Triax Cable HKCU2007 RCP-1000-series Remote Control Panel USB drive Optical Fiber Cable VCT-14...
  • Page 9 Connection example 3 (HDC2550) HDVF-EL75 /L750/L770 Viewfinder HDVF-20A HKCU1001 HDVF-200 HDVF-EL20 BKW-401 Viewfinder HDVF-EL30 HKCU1003 Rotation Bracket Viewfinder HDFX100 HKCU2040 Zoom Lens HD Triax HDC2550 (for ENG/EFP) CCA-5 CCU Adaptor Triax Cable HKCU2007 RCP-1000-series Remote Control Panel USB drive Optical Fiber Cable VCT-14 HDCU2000 HD Camera Control Unit...
  • Page 10 HD Camera Control Unit cable HDC2000 HD Color Video Camera Optical fiber cable CNU-700 Camera Command Network Unit HDC2500/2400 HD Color Video Camera +Large Lens Adaptor RCP-1000-series Remote Control Panel HDC2500/2400 HD Color Video Camera MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit VCS-700 Video Selector...
  • Page 11 Remote Control Panel VCS-700 Video Selector MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit 1) HDC2500 with Large Lens Adaptor attached is illustrated. 2) HDC2500 is illustrated. Maximum cable run with Triax cable • The skin gate signal is superimposed on the camera video signal.

  • Page 12: Locations And Functions Of Parts

    Locations and Functions of Parts j LENS connector (12-pin) Accessory Attachments Connect the lens cable. The camera can control the lens functions through this cable. k Tripod mount Attach the VCT-14 Tripod Attachment when mounting the camera on a tripod. l Camera number Insert the supplied camera number label.
  • Page 13 Filter select buttons OFF: Status messages will not appear on the viewfinder HDC2500/2570/2550 screen. You can switch the built-in ND and CC (color temperature MENU: Menus for camera settings will be displayed on the conversion) filters by pressing the selectors while holding the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 14 Rear Shoulder strap fitting post (page 12) Operation panel (page 15) a NETWORK TRUNK connector (RJ-45 8-pin) (HDC2500/ 2400) Connects a device connected to the CCU’s NETWORK TRUNK connector to the network. 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.
  • Page 15 HDR MODE. Set <CAM MODE> to NORMAL as necessary. For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera Outputs” (page 31). g PROMPTER2 connector (BNC-type) (HDC2500/2400) For prompter 2 signal output PGM1 control Available only when connecting a camera control unit with a prompter 2 input connecter.
  • Page 16 FRONT/OFF: The intercom headset microphone is turned off. European type: For CE (Europe) and E (China and South The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with the Asia) models (for PAL areas) INCOM level control and the INTERCOM LEVEL control For details on the differences among models, see “Overview”...
  • Page 17 OFF: To turn off the headset microphone for intercom line 1. For external interface, such as viewfinder (and external data ENG: To talk over the engineer line with HDC2500/2400). MIC LINE2 (intercom microphone line 2) switch Select the talk line for intercom 2.
  • Page 18 TEST OUT connector (BNC-type) Note To output the analog signal. To supply +12 V power, contact a Sony sales representative This also supplies the VBS signal, an HD signal nearly equal or Sony service representative. to the signal output from the VF connector, an HD-SYNC signal, or an SD-SYNC signal depending on which of these you have selected on the menu.

  • Page 19: Preparations

    Note Preparations 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. Adjusting procedure Attaching a Lens Set the iris control to manual, and open the iris fully. For information on handling lenses, refer to the lens’...
  • Page 20 Slide the viewfinder left or right to move it into a good viewing position. VF connector Viewfinder stopper Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. To adjust the position forward or backward Viewfinder front-rear LOCK knob positioning lever SER IES MUL TI FOR MAT MIC 1 IN connector Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow.

  • Page 21: Attaching The Cable Clamp Belt (Supplied)

    Attaching procedure of the BKW-401 Adjust the front-rear position so that the camera handle does not interfere when you rotate the BKW- Turn the arm of the rotation mechanism assembly of 401 arm upwards. the BKW-401 in the direction of the arrow in the following illustration.

  • Page 22: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position

    Secure the cable clamp belt to the camera, using the Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position two supplied +B3×8 screws. You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position (factory setting) backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or forward by up ×...
  • Page 23 Mounting procedure If the pin of the tripod attachment does not return to its original position Attach the tripod attachment to the tripod and secure After removing the camera, if the pin of the tripod attachment it with the screw. does not return to its original position, hold down the red button and move the lever in the direction of the arrow to return Tripod attachment...

  • Page 24: Adjustments And Settings For Shooting

    Automatic adjustment of black balance begins. Adjustments and In automatic adjustment of black balance, both the black set and black balance are adjusted. Settings for Shooting During adjustment, a message like the one in the figure below will be displayed on the viewfinder screen. Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance ABB:EXECUTING...
  • Page 25 • HDC2500/2570/2550 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, 1/8ND, 1/16ND,1/64ND) in sequence. To select the CC filter Press the CC filter select button while holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed.

  • Page 26: Setting The Electronic Shutter

    Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release Setting the Electronic Shutter the switch. This section explains the different modes which can be used for the electronic shutter and gives the procedures for setting the shutter mode and shutter speed. Note When a camera control unit or a remote control device, such as MSU-1000/1500 Master Setup Unit and RCP-1000/1500-...

  • Page 27: Setting The Focus Assist Functions

    Setting the shutter mode, and shutter speed in Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the arrow marker ( ) to “TOP” and push on the MENU Standard mode SEL knob/ENTER button. The TOP MENU screen is displayed. Push the SHUTTER switch from the ON position to the SEL position.
  • Page 28 FLICKER: Turn ON/OFF the function to flicker the detail Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the signal, which makes it easier to check the signal on arrow marker ( ) to <FOCUS ASSIST>and push on a viewfinder screen. the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.

  • Page 29: Setting The Focus Position Meter Function

    • The area marker and the aspect safety marker cannot be FAR LIMIT: Sets the FAR edge of the focus position displayed simultaneously, whichever you set to ON later is meter. preferentially displayed. The focus position range to display varies depending on •...

  • Page 30: Setting The Vf Dynamic Contract Function

    Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the Setting the VF Dynamic Contract arrow marker ( ) to the item to be set and push on Function the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. To use the VF dynamic contrast signal Emphasizing the contrast in the image on the viewfinder Set DYNAMIC CONTRAST to ON to add the contrast screen makes it easier to check the focusing condition for high...

  • Page 31: Setting The Camera Outputs

    Constantly outputting a return video Setting the Camera • When a camera control unit is connected, one of the signals being supplied to the camera control unit can be output from Outputs the camera. • The last selected return signal is output. •...
  • Page 32 Displays the type of filter currently selected. The number (1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) indicates the ND filter, and the letter (A, B, C, D or E) is for the CC filter (HDC2500/2570/2550 only). g White balance memory Displays the currently selected white balance automatic adjustment memory.
  • Page 33 Gain value IND> function. Display options can be set, using the menu. Displays the video gain value (dB) set with the GAIN switch. (!CC is displayed for HDC2500/2570/2550 only.) For details, see OPERATION menu <‘!’ IND> (page 47). i Focus position...

  • Page 34: Menu Operations

    Available menus Menu Operations USER menu This menu can include menu pages selected from among the OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and The menus displayed on the viewfinder screen enable various DIAGNOSIS menus, for convenience. Changing, adding, and settings of the camera. deleting pages can be performed with the USER MENU The following controls are used to operate the menus.

  • Page 35: Selecting

    Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to flip Selecting Pages through the pages. When the desired page is displayed, push on the When selecting a page from a CONTENTS MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. page The “?” mark will change back to the arrow marker ( and operations with the displayed page are enabled.

  • Page 36: Proceed As Follows

    The displayed cursor can be moved by rotating the MENU Editing the USER Menu SEL knob/ENTER button. You can select desired pages and items from the Set the cursor to the position where you wish enter a OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and character, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER DIAGNOSIS menus and register them to the USER menu.

  • Page 37: The Edit Function Screen Appears

    Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the Add the items. arrow marker ( ) to “USER MENU CUSTOMIZE” then 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button until the push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. page that has the desired items appears then push on If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
  • Page 38 To insert a blank line Select INSERT then push on the MENU SEL knob/ ENTER button. Proceed as follows: The selection screen appears. Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the CONTENTS arrow marker ( ) to the item above which you wish to 01.USER 1 insert a blank line.

  • Page 39: 01.

    Select “MOVE” then push on the MENU SEL knob/ ENTER button. The EDIT PAGE screen appears again. Turn MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow marker ( ) to the position to which you wish to move the page selected in step 1. ITEM MOVE 01.<VF OUT>...

  • Page 40: Focus Assist

    FOCUS POSITION METER1 FOCUS POSITION METER VF DISPLAY NEAR LIMIT 01 (U04) ZOOM FAR LIMIT DISP DIRECTION FOCUS SIZE RULED LINE CC (HDC2500/2570/2550) INDEX COLOR 5600K INDEX WIDTH IRIS MARKER WIDTH WHITE CURRENT FOCUS DIST D.EXT FOCUS POSITION METER2 ADJUSTED SIGN OPAC...
  • Page 41 HEADSET MIC INTERCOM1 CURSOR CURSOR 18 (U11) LEVEL 10 (U07) LEVEL POWER BOX/CROSS UNBAL H POSITION INTERCOM2 V POSITION LEVEL WIDTH POWER HEIGHT UNBAL BOX MEMORY INTERCOM1 INTERCOM1 RECEIVE SELECT H POSI INTERCOM V POSI (JN/SY/UC models WIDTH only) HEIGHT BOX CURSOR FILE PROD PGM1...
  • Page 42 PAINT menu DETAIL 2 H/V RATIO SW STATUS FLARE FREQ GAMMA MIX RATIO BLK GAM KNEE APT KNEE DTL H/V MODE WHT CLIP INDEPENDENT DETAIL LVL DEP HD DETAIL DETAIL SKIN DTL LEVEL MATRIX LIMITER M VIDEO LEVEL WHITE LIMITER WHT BLACK LIMITER BLK FLARE...
  • Page 43 MAINTENANCE menu SHUTTER SHUTTER AUTO SETUP AUTO BLACK ECS FREQ AUTO WHITE NOISE SUPPRESSION SUPPRESSION AUTO LEVEL AUTO WHITE SHADING FLICKER REDUCTION REDUCTION AUTO BLACK SHADING POWER LINE FREQUENCY TEST HDR OPERATION HDR MODE WHITE SHADING V SAW SDR GAIN V PARA HDR CONTRAST H SAW...
  • Page 44 DISSOLVE H-PHASE DOWN CONVERTER SPEED REFERENCE STORE FILE SELECT ASPECT STANDARD ALL PRESET SDI OUT SDI-1 OUT (HDC2500/2400/2570) READ (USB t CAM) M12 (U14) SDI-2 OUT/IN (HDC2500/2400) WRITE (CAM t USB) FRAME SYNCHRO FILE ID SDI-MONI OUT CHARACTER CAM CODE...
  • Page 45 10 SEC CLEAR CABLE LENGTH OHB WHITE SHADE (ALL) BOARD STATUS OHB BLACK SHADE OHB ND OFFSET OHB MATRIX SDI ( HDC2500/2400 ) CD ( HDC2570 ) TR ( HDC2550 ) HOURS METER ROM VERSION CAMERA APP D03 (U15) PANEL...

  • Page 46: Operation Menu

    ON, OFF, 3S DISP LEFT, RIGT FOCUS ON, OFF, 3S Valid only when a serial lens is used. ON, OFF, 3S ON, OFF, 3S Valid with HDC2500/2570/2550 only. 5600K ON, OFF, 3S IRIS ON, OFF, 3S WHITE ON, OFF, 3S D.EXT...

  • Page 47: Vf Marker

    --- : When a CCU is connected (cannot be changed) GAIN ON, OFF, --- L, M, H (combination allowed) Note SHUTTER ON, OFF, --- CC is available for HDC2500/2570/2550 only. ON, OFF ON, OFF AUTO1, AUTO2, MIN, MAX ON, OFF FORMAT ON, OFF HDC2500: 1080-59.94i, 1080-...
  • Page 48 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <VF DETAIL> VF DETAIL ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When HDLA is attached (cannot be changed) 04 (U02) 0 to 100%, (0 to 100%), 25% CRISP –99 to +99, 0 FREQUENCY 9M, 14M, 18M FLICKER...
  • Page 49 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <FOCUS POSITION ADJUSTED SIGN METER2> SENSE 1 to 5, 2 Sets the sensitivity for the ADJUST decision. The higher the value, the higher the sensitivity. NAME DISP OFF, 1S, 3S, 5S, ON Displays/hides Marker Name, and sets the display time.

  • Page 50: Cursor

    OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <ZEBRA> ZEBRA ON, OFF 09 (U08) 1, 2, 1&2 ZEBRA1 LEVEL 50 to 109%, 70% WIDTH 0 to 30%, 10% ZEBRA2 50 to 109%, 100% <CURSOR> CURSOR ON, OFF Displayed only if HDLA attached. 10 (U07) LEVEL WHITE, BLACK, DOT...
  • Page 51 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <VF OUT> VF OUT COLOR, Y, R, G, B, (COLOR), (Y), Settings in ( ): When HDLA is attached (cannot be changed) (R), (G), (B), (RET), (R+G), (R+B), 13 (U01) (G+B) RET MIX VF ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When HDLA is attached (cannot be changed)

  • Page 52: Switch Assign1

    OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <SWITCH ASSIGN1> GAIN L: –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB 14 (U09) M: –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB H: –6, –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB ASSIGNABLE OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2 JN/SY/UC models only.
  • Page 53 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <SWITCH ASSIGN2> LENS VTR S/S OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2 Assigns a function to the VTR START/STOP switch SW, INCOM1, INCOM2, VTR S/S on the mounted lens. 15 (U10) JN/SY/UC models only. OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2 SW, ENG, PROD, VTR S/S CE/E models only.
  • Page 54 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <EXT SWITCH> RET CTRL CONNECTOR RET1 Pin:5 OFF, RETURN1 SW, RETURN2 This function works when each pin of the RET CTRL SW, RETURN3 SW, INCOM 1, connector contacts with GND (Pin3). INCOM 2, EXTENDER, TALLY R, G, Y are available only when using the D.EXTENDER, 5600K, VF camera as a standalone device, and make the tally...
  • Page 55 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <HEADSET MIC> INTERCOM1 DYNAMIC, CARBON, MANUAL 18 (U11) LEVEL –60 dB, –50 dB, –40 dB, –30 dB, Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC or CARBON (cannot be changed) –20 dB, (–60 dB), (–50 dB), (–40 dB), (–30 dB), (–20 dB) –6, 0, 6 dB Input gain...
  • Page 56 OPERATION Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <TRACKER> TRACKER RECEIVE SEPARATE, MIX SELECT INTERCOM --- , LEFT, RIGHT, BOTH JN/SY/UC models only When ENG/PROD is set to MIX, ENG and PROD appears instead of this item (the setting values are same as this item).

  • Page 57: Paint Menu

    PAINT Menu PAINT Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <SW STATUS> FLARE ON, OFF GAMMA ON, OFF BLK GAM ON, OFF KNEE ON, OFF WHT CLIP ON, OFF DETAIL ON, OFF LVL DEP ON, OFF SKIN DTL ON, OFF MATRIX ON, OFF <VIDEO LEVEL>...
  • Page 58 PAINT Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <BLACK GAMMA> LEVEL R/G/B/M: –99 to +99, 0 R, G, B, and M (master) values can be independently set. RANGE LOW, L.MID, H.MID, HIGH ON, OFF TEST OFF, SAW, 10STEP <SATURATION> SATURATION –99 to +99, 0 ON, OFF LOW KEY SAT –99 to +99, 0...
  • Page 59 PAINT Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <HD DETAIL> DETAIL ON, OFF LEVEL –99 to +99, 0 Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode. Displayed when <CAM LIMITER [M] –99 to +99, 0 MODE> is 4K/HDR MODE. LIMITER [WHT] –99 to +99, 0 Absolute value is displayed in ABS mode.
  • Page 60 PAINT Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <USER MATRIX> –99 to +99, 0 –99 to +99, 0 –99 to +99, 0 –99 to +99, 0 –99 to +99, 0 –99 to +99, 0 MATRIX ON, OFF PRESET ---, ON, OFF ---, SMPTE-240M, ITU-709, SMPTE-WIDE, NTSC, EBU, ITU- 601, CUSTOM1, CUSTOM2,...
  • Page 61 PAINT Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <NOISE SUPPRESSION 0 to 100% SUPPRESSION> ON, OFF <FLICKER REDUCTION ON, OFF Note REDUCTION> POWER LINE 50, 60 When you turn REDUCTION ON or OFF, noise may FREQUENCY be generated. This is not a malfunction. <HDR OPERATION>...

  • Page 62: Maintenance Menu

    MAINTENANCE Menu MAINTENANCE Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <AUTO SETUP> AUTO BLACK Execute via ENTER. AUTO WHITE Execute via ENTER. AUTO LEVEL Execute via ENTER. AUTO WHITE Execute via ENTER. SHADING AUTO BLACK Execute via ENTER. SHADING TEST OFF, SAW, 10STEP <WHITE SHADING>...
  • Page 63 MAINTENANCE Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <AUTO IRIS> AUTO IRIS ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When a remote control unit/panel or a CCU is not connected (cannot be changed) WINDOW 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Selects the auto iris windows: The shaded parts indicate the area where light detection occurs.
  • Page 64 FILTER DISC OFF, ON <OUTPUT FORMAT> CURRENT 1080: 24PsF, 59.94i, 29.97PsF, Displays the current format. 23.98PsF, 59.94P, 50i, 25PsF, (HDC2500) 50P, 59.94i (2×), 50i (2×) 720: 59.94P, 50P, 59.94P (2×), M10 (U12) 50P (2×) <OUTPUT FORMAT> CURRENT 1080: 59.94i, 50i Displays the current format.
  • Page 65 FRAME ON, OFF Displays this when SDI-2 OUT/IN is HD TRUNK. SYNCHRO SDI-MONI OUT MAIN, VF, LINK-B, RET, SD-SDI, LINK-B is available for HDC2500 only. CHARACTER ON, OFF EMB AUDIO OFF, MIC, PGM DOWN CONVERTER SDI-MONI OUT is displayed for SD-SDI.

  • Page 66: File Menu

    WHITE SETUP MODE AWB, A.LVL FILTER WHT MEM ON, OFF Sets the function to use independent white memory at each CC filter position to ON/OFF. (HDC2500) STANDALONE SW OFF, ON When set to ON, disables operation of the unit’s DISABLE switches, such as the WHITE BAL switch, even when a CCU, or control panel is not connected.
  • Page 67 FILE Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <SCENE FILE> Stores and reads scene files (paint data): When storing a file in camera memory, specify the number before executing STORE. When reading, only specify the number. STORE Execute via ENTER. STANDARD Execute via ENTER.
  • Page 68 FILE Page title Item Settings Description PageNo. <OHB FILE> STORE FILE Execute via ENTER. Stores the offset values of items specific to the CCD. (No repeated store operation is necessary even if the CCD is reattached) <MATRIX FILE> CUSTOM PRESET Stores and reads preset files: MATRIX When storing a preset file in camera memory,...

  • Page 69: Diagnosis Menu

    GREEN, YELLOW, RED, NG, NO SIGNAL Displayed only when a CCU is connected. CABLE LENGTH x.x km Displays the camera cable length. (Applies only to HDC2500/2400 not used with HDFX/ HDTX. Displayed only when a CCU is connected.) <BOARD STATUS> OK, NG...

  • Page 70: Appendix

    Vertical smear Appendix When an extremely bright object, such as a strong spotlight or flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be produced on the screen, or the image may be distorted. Monitor screen Precautions Vertical tails shown on the image Note on laser beams Bright object (e.g., strong spotlight, strong Laser beams may damage the CCDs.

  • Page 71: Error Messages

    MSU RPN BUSY RPN compensation was attempted using the camera menu while being operated from an external device. Consult Sony service personnel. VF RPN BUSY RPN compensation was attempted from an external device while being operated using the camera menu.

  • Page 72: Using A Usb Drive

    • USB drives other than those recommended may not be recognized when connected to the USB connector. • USB drives must be formatted with the FAT16 or FAT32 file system. Recommended Sony USB drives are preformatted, and can be used without any prior setup.

  • Page 73: Specifications

    4-pin (1), DC 10.5 to 17 V, max. 0.5 A Specifications (This may be limited by the imposed load or inputs.) 2-pin (1), DC 10.5 to 17 V Max. 2.5 A HDC2500 (This may be limited by the imposed load or inputs.) General SDI 1, SDI 2 BNC-type (1-each) Power requirements AC 240 V, 1.4 A (max.)

  • Page 74: Hdc2570

    Optical system specifications HDC2570 Spectral system F1.4 prism Built-in filters 1: clear General 2: 1/4ND Power requirements DC 180 V, 1.1 A (max.) 3: 1/16ND DC 12 V, 8.5 A (max.) 4: 1/64ND Operating temperature –20°C to +45°C (–4°F to 113°F) 5: cross filter Storage temperature –20°C to +60°C (–4°F to 140°F)

  • Page 75: Hdc2550

    SDI 1 BNC-type (1) Built-in filters Color temperature conversion filters A: cross filter SDI-MONI BNC-type (1) B: 3200K(clear) TEST OUT BNC-type (1) C: 4300K D: 6300K PROMPTER/ BNC-type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms E: 8000K GENLOCK RET CTRL 6-pin (1) ND filters 1: clear REMOTE...

  • Page 76: Optional Accessories/Related Equipment

    AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR HDVF-EL75 (7.4-type, color) ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER. HDVF-L750 (7-type, color) HDVF-L770 (7-type, color) • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY Large Lens Adaptor HDLA1500/1505 KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY Large Viewfinder HDLA1507 THIRD PARTIES.

  • Page 77: Dimensions

    Dimensions HDC2500/2400 Unit: mm (inches) 135 (5 363 (14 HDC2570/2550 Unit: mm (inches) 149 (5 363 (14...

  • Page 78: Mpeg-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License

    MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NONCOMMERCIAL USE OF A CONSUMER FOR (i) ENCODING VIDEO IN COMPLIANCE WITH THE MPEG-4 VISUAL STANDARD (“MPEG-4 VIDEO”) AND/OR (ii) DECODING MPEG-4 VIDEO THAT WAS ENCODED BY A CONSUMER ENGAGED IN A PERSONAL AND NON-COMMERCIAL ACTIVITY AND/OR WAS OBTAINED FROM A VIDEO PROVIDER LICENSED BY MPEG LA TO PROVIDE MPEG-4 VIDEO.
  • Page 79 HDC2500 (JN, SY, CE, E) HDC2400 (JN, SY, CE, E) Sony Corporation HDC2570 (UC, CE) HDC2550 (UC, CE) 4-413-599-08(1) © 2011...

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