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Panasonic AJ-D810A Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Digital Camera/VTR Operating Instructions...

  • Page 2: Safety Precautions

    For your safety FCC NOTE: CAUTION This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK Rules. To assure continued compliance follow the DO NOT OPEN attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Pack ......ÁSelecting the Color Bar Setting ..ÁUsing the Panasonic AU-BP402 ÁChecking the DIAGNOSTIC Screen Battery Pack .
  • Page 4 Contents Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Replacing the Backup Battery ..107 ÁAdjusting the White Balance ..Setting Menu Screens ÁAdjusting the Black Balance ..(MAIN menu) .

  • Page 5: General And Features

    General and Features The AJ-D810A combines a color video camera, which features a 410,000-pixel high-sensitivity IT 3-CCD configuration and an on-chip lens, with a DVCPRO format VTR which in turn features the latest compression technology in a single unit. The AJ-D810A is particularly compact and light weight with low power consumption, and realizes the optimal functions and performance for an electronic news gathering (ENG) VTR-integrated camera such as high picture quality and sensitivity, mobility, dustproofing and dampproofing, etc.
  • Page 6 Features Character display function The unit is equipped with a function that displays switch settings, the automatic adjustment status for black balance and white balance, warning displays, etc. on the viewfinder screen. In addition, when using an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum series battery as the unit’s power supply, the remaining battery level can be displayed numerically on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 7 Features Recording by an external VTR When an external VTR is connected using the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option, AJ-YA900P), 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 compres- sion technology and non-compressed PCM recording for audio. This system provides superior 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: Ásystem Configuration

    VTR cable microphone belt output AJ-MC700P receiver adaptor WX-RA700 AJ-YA900P Multi connector cable SHAN-C12TCA 1.5½ viewfinder AJ-VF10P/-VF15P Panasonic Battery Battery case AU-BP220 SHAN-B220 Microphone holder Sony Battery NP-1 AJ-MH700P IDX Battery L-40 Battery Panasonic Battery Battery case Lens charger AU-BP402...

  • 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 , and turn the lens mount ring using this lever to clamp the lens.

  • Page 12: Áaudio Function Section

    Controls and Their Functions The accessory Knob control knob can be (included) attached to the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 Screw control. (included) Audio Function Section (1) AUDIO LEVEL CH1 (audio channel 1 recording level) control When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch is set to MAN, the recording level of audio channel 1 can be adjusted by this control in addition to the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control the side panel.
  • Page 13 Controls and Their Functions ° † ° Audio Function Section (2) ALARM (warning tone volume) control This adjusts the warning tone volume heard from the speaker or the earphone connected to the PHONES jack . When it is set to the lowest position, the warning tone is not audible. 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: Áshooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section

    Controls and Their Functions © ¢ £ ¶ § • (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the AJ-VF10P.) Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (1) Viewfinder (optional accessory) 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 ´ ® ™ ß ¨ ≠ (The viewfinder shown in the Æ illustration is the AJ-VF10P.) 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”...
  • Page 16 Controls and Their Functions ≥ ≤ ∞ Ø ± 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 µ ∂ ¥ 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 remote control cable is connected or disconnected. 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (See page 104 for mounting method.) The 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor AJ-YA900P (option) is mounted on this section.
  • Page 18 Controls and Their Functions ª ∫ π ∑ ∏ º 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 ¿ ¡ Ω ø æ ¬ MARK button This is used when the Picture Link (Pix Link)F function is to be used. Each time it is pressed M1 (MARK1), M2 (MARK2) or no display appears in the viewfinder. Picture Link adaptor board (AJ-YAP900) is sold as an option.

  • Page 20: Menu Operation Section

    Controls and Their Functions Ã Õ Œ » √ ƒ ≈ ∆ « – œ œ Menu Operation Section Setup card insertion slot The optional setup cards are inserted into this slot. MENU SET/OFF switch This displays the setting menu on the viewfinder screen through VIDEO OUT connector. SET: The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 21 Controls and Their Functions À   … TC IN connector (BNC): The time code serving as the reference is input when the time code is locked to an external source. TC OUT connector (BNC): Connect this to the time code TC IN connector on the external VTR when locking the external VTR’s time code to this unit’s time code.

  • Page 22: Áwarning/Status Display Section

    Controls and Their Functions ‘ “ ’ ÷ ◊ ÿ — ” (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the AJ-VF10P.) 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 of the VTR’s operation.

  • Page 23: Power Supply

    Power can be supplied to the unit using a battery pack or AC power supply. Using a battery pack A battery pack which is made by any of the four following manufacturers can be used: Panasonic, Anton Bauer, Sony or IDX.

  • 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: Áusing 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: Áusing 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 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. DC IN Connector Set the AC adaptor’s power to ON. Set the unit’s power switch to ON.

  • Page 29: Áchecking And Selecting The Type Of Battery

    Checking and Selecting the Type of Battery HOLD button MENU/ITEM switch DOWN button MODE CHECK button UP button To check the type of battery Press the MODE CHECK button. While this button is held down, the type of battery is displayed in the remaining battery charge display area.

  • Page 30: Mounting The Lens

    Mounting the Lens Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap. Lens Clamping Lever Mount Cap Align the indentation at the top center of the lens mount with the center mark of the lens and mount the lens. Mark Lower the lens clamping lever and clamp the lens.

  • Page 31: 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 image formation surface). Once adjusted, the flange back does not need to be readjusted as long as the lens is not changed. Adjustment method Check the position of each part of the lens which must be operated in order to adjust the flange back with the lens Handling Instructions.

  • Page 32: Adjusting The White Shading

    Adjusting the White Shading Follow the procedure outlined below when the white shading needs to be re-adjusted. White shading adjustment procedure Mount a lens to the camera. Be sure to also connect the lens cable. Set the electronic shutter to OFF and the gain to L (0 dB). GAIN: L (0 dB) SHUTTER: OFF If the lens has an extender, remove the extender.
  • Page 33 Adjusting the White Shading Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to A or B execute AWB. Next, execute ABB and then execute AWB again. WHITE BAL: A or B Repeat step 6. Set the MENU switch from OFF to SET while holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons to open the menu.

  • Page 34: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Adjusting the Viewfinder Adjusting the Position Lift up the viewfinder forward-backward/left/right position clamp lever to release the lock. Viewfinder 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 position. –...

  • Page 35: Áadjusting The Diopter And Screen

    Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the optional AJ-VF10P.) 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 36: Ádetaching The Eyepiece

    Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the optional AJ-VF10P.) Detaching the Eyepiece Detaching the eyepiece 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.

  • Page 37: Detaching The Viewfinder

    Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the optional AJ-VF10P.) 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.

  • Page 38: Audio Input Preparations

    Audio Input Preparations (The viewfinder shown in the illustration is the optional AJ-VF10P.) Using the Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit Using the AJ-MC700P microphone kit (option) or the AJ-MH700P microphone holder (option) al- lows a microphone to be mounted to the main unit. ÁSee the Handling Instructions for the microphone holder.

  • Page 39: Ámounting 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 adaptor using the accessory screws. Mount the microphone to the microphone holder and tighten the screws. Connect the microphone connecting cable to the MIC IN jack.

  • Page 40: The Main Unit

    Audio Input Preparations Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit To the MIC IN Connector AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch for the audio channel you wish to record to FRONT [MIC]. |Note{ When extending the microphone, use a cable which supports the phantom power supply type of microphone.

  • Page 41: Ámounting A Wireless Microphone

    Audio Input Preparations Mounting a Wireless Microphone When using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless receiver. To the AUDIO OUT Connector WX-RA700 Wireless Receiver WX-R980 Camera Attachment XLR Cable AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch of...

  • Page 42: Mounting The Unit To A Tripod

    Mounting the Unit to a Tripod When mounting the unit to a tripod, use an optional tripod attachment. Mount the tripod attachment (SHAN-TM700) onto the tripod. Select the attachment hole in consideration of the unit’s and tripod attachment’s center of gravity.

  • Page 43: Mounting The Shoulder Belt

    Mounting the Shoulder Belt Shoulder Belt Press to open the hook. To remove the shoulder belt, open the hooks and then remove the belt. Press |Note{ When mounting and removing the shoulder belt, press on the top of the hooks to check that the belt is securely mounted.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position

    Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position ½ in the forward-backward direction from the center 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.

  • Page 45: Attaching The Rain Cover

    Attaching the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as shown in the figure below. Tighten the Cord. Secure the surface fastener. When mounting the unit to the tripod attachment, mount the unit using this hole. Secure the surface fastener. – 45 –...

  • Page 46: Connecting The Aq-Ec1 Extension Control Unit (Option)

    Connecting the AQ-EC1 Extension Control Unit (Option) Connecting the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) allows a portion of the camera section functions to be operated by remote control. When the AQ-EC1 is connected and the POWER switches of the unit and AQ-EC1 are set to ON, the unit automatically enters remote control mode.

  • Page 47: Displaying Menus On The Viewfinder Screen

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen Displaying the Setting Menu Inside the Viewfinder The setting menus are displayed on the viewfinder screen when the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to the SET position. There are two types of setting menus, MAIN menus and SUB menus. Setting menus are displayed in 1-page increments.

  • Page 48: Áchecking And Selecting The Master Gain Setting

    Checking and Selecting the Master Gain Settings Checking and selecting the master gain setting The menu shown in the figure below is displayed when the MENU SET ON/OFF switch is set to SET while the HOLD button is held down. The current low, mid and high gain settings are displayed.

  • Page 49: Áselecting The Color Bar Setting

    Selecting the Color Bar Setting Selecting the color bar setting The menu shown in the figure below is displayed when the MENU SET ON/OFF switch is set to SET while the HOLD button is held down. To select the color bar menu item, press the SHIFT/ITEM button, and move the arrow (cur- sor) to COLOR BAR.

  • Page 50: Áchecking The Diagnostic Screen Setting

    Checking the DIAGNOSTIC Screen Setting Set the MENU SET ON/OFF switch to SET while the HOLD button is held down. Press the PAGE button. The menu screen shown in the figure below appears, and it is now possible to check the DIAGNOSTIC screen settings.

  • Page 51: Sub Menus

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen 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. The unit is switched to user mode by setting the MENU SET/OFF switch to “SET”.

  • Page 52: Ábasic Setting Menu Operations

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen Basic Setting Menu Operations The setting menu is operated using the MENU SET/OFF switch and the SHIFT/ITEM, UP, DOWN and PAGE buttons. PAGE Button SHIFT/ITEM Switch SHIFT/ PAGE ITEM AUDIO IN F-RUN FRONT REAR LINE R-RUN UP Button...
  • Page 53 Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen To select a MAIN menu page Press the PAGE button to select a particular MAIN menu. Each time the button is pressed, the MAIN menu screen is advanced by one page (1>2>3>4>1>, etc.). ¢ E E ¢...

  • Page 54: Changing The Settings

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen Operations on SUB menus 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. ¢| RO P { Cursor Movement order †...

  • Page 55: Lamp Displays Inside The Viewfinder

    Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder The viewfinder (optional AJ-VF10P) displays are as follows. BATT VTR SAVE 1. REC (recording) lamp This lamp lights (red) during recording, and flashes when warnings are issued. ÁSee “Warning System” (page 147, 148) for a detailed description. 2.

  • Page 56: Ásetting The ! Lamp Display

    Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder Setting the ! Lamp Display The items subject to the ! lamp display are selected on the “! LED” SUB menu page on the MAIN menu screen 2 of 4. (Under the factory setting, the “! LED” page is not displayed.) To perform operations on the “! LED”...

  • Page 57: 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 58 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 (OFF is not displayed.): The shutter is not used. 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000: Shutter speeds (seconds) during standard mode.
  • Page 59 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. Audio Channel 1 Level Display -40 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 VTR Level Meter Iris value display This displays the approximate iris setting (F number).

  • Page 60: Selecting Display Items

    Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Selecting Display Items The items which are to be displayed on the viewfinder screen can be selected by setting ON or OFF for each item on the VF INDICATOR page. The items which can be selected are as follows. ÁExtender display ÁShutter speed/mode display ÁRemaining tape length display...

  • Page 61: Message

    Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Display Mode (DISP 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 62: Changing The Display Mode

    Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Changing the Display Mode The display mode setting appears on the “VF DISPLAY” SUB menu page of MAIN menu screen 2 of 4. Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together.

  • Page 63: 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 64: Level Displays

    Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays Remaining tape length DF SLAVE TCG HOLD EMPHASIS When the amount remaining on the tape is more than 21 minutes long, all seven segments up to the “F” position appear lighted. When it is less than 21 minutes long, one segment will go off TAPE for every 3-minute reduction in...

  • Page 65: Átime Code-Related Displays

    Displays Time Code-Related Displays DF SLAVE TCG HOLD EMPHASIS TAPE BATT RF SERVO HUMID SLACK These lamps light to indicate the time code, CTL and real time displays. This lamp lights during drop frame mode SLAVE: This lamp lights when the time code is locked to an external source. HOLD: This lamp lights when the time code generator is held (when the HOLD button is pressed).

  • Page 66: Adjusting The Time And Date

    Adjusting the Time and Date Adjustment and setup using the setting menu Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together. Press the PAGE button to display the MAIN menu screen 3 of 4. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the “TIME/DATE”...

  • Page 67: Adjustments And Setup During Recording

    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 52. 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 68: Ásetting 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 raising 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. The gain values corre- sponding to the L, M and H positions of the GAIN switch are set at the MASTER GAIN page of the setting menu.

  • Page 69: Selecting Functions

    Adjustments and Setup During Recording Selecting Functions The VTR’s operation functions can be selected on the “VTR FUNCTION” page of the setting menu. To select the required functions Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together.

  • Page 70: Adjusting The White Balance/Black Balance Áadjusting The White 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)>ABB (black balance adjustment)>AWB will provide a better picture. The black balance does not normally need to be readjusted even when the power is turned off and then turned back on.
  • Page 71 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Place the white pattern over a location with the same conditions as the light source illuminat- ing 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 72 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance The messages shown in the figures below will be displayed if the color temperature of the subject is lower than 2500K or higher than 5600K. The down [ ] arrow indicates a color temperature which is lower than the one displayed; conversely, the up [Ÿ] arrow indicates a color temperature which is higher than the one dis- played.
  • Page 73 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 Meaning...
  • Page 74 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance When the ON setting has been selected for FILTER INH When the automatic white balance is adjusted, the color temperature and filter number at the time are displayed. When the filter is now turned, the new color temperature and filter number are displayed. The white balance is almost perfectly adjusted if the subject is illuminated by a light with a color temperature close to the one displayed.

  • Page 75: Adjusting The Black Balance

    Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance The black balance must be adjusted in the following cases. ÁWhen the unit is used for the first time ÁWhen the unit is first used after an extended period of non-use ÁWhen the unit is used under conditions where the ambient temperature has changed by a wide margin ÁWhen the gain selector value is changed ÁWhen the super gain setting has been selected using the SUPER GAIN button...
  • Page 76 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. A B B O K Message after adjustment is completed |Notes{ ÁCheck that the lens connector is connected and that the iris of the lens is set to CLOSE. ÁDuring black balance adjustment, the iris automatically goes to the shaded status.

  • Page 77: Setting The Electronic Shutter

    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 Shutter speed Application Standard 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,...

  • Page 78: Ásetting The Shutter Mode/Speed

    Setting the Electronic Shutter Setting the Shutter Mode/Speed ÁThe shutter speed during shutter mode and standard mode is set by the SHUTTER switch. ÁDuring SYNCHRO SCAN mode, the shutter speed can be set beforehand at the SYNCHRO SCAN page of the setting menu. In the SYNCHRO SCAN mode, the shutter speed can easily be changed using the SYNCHRO (“o”...

  • Page 79: Setting The Synchro Scan Mode

    Setting the Electronic Shutter Setting the Synchro Scan Mode Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together. Press the PAGE button to display the MAIN menu screen 2 of 4. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the “SYNCHRO SCAN”...

  • Page 80: 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 81: 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.
  • Page 82 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. ÁWhen 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 83: 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 84: 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 85: Álocking The Time Code To An External Source

    Setting the Time Data Locking the Time Code to an External Source 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 TC OUT Reference GENLOCK IN...

  • Page 86: Using The User Data

    Setting the Time Data This locks the built-in time code generator to the reference time code. After about 10 seconds have passed since the time code generator was locked, the external lock status is maintained even if the external reference time code is disconnected. However, if the reference time code is disconnected during recording (REC), the servo lock will be thrown out of order.

  • Page 87: Setup Card Operations

    Setup Card Operations Setting menu contents can be stored using setup memory cards (SHL-064HSRVS, option). This data can then be used to quickly recreate the appropriate setup conditions. Subject data, etc. can also be stored on setup cards. See the Setup Card Application Instructions for a detailed de- scription.

  • Page 88: Ásetup Card Data Operations

    Setup Card Operations Setup Card Data Operations Operations to store setting data on setup cards and read out stored data are performed at the “CARD READ/WRITE” SUB menu page of MAIN menu screen 2 of 4. |Note{ When operating the unit with a remote controller, the CARD READ/WRITE page cannot be oper- ated from the unit.
  • Page 89 Setup Card Operations When data is not written If the following error messages appear when the UP button is pressed in step 7, the data is not written. Data format error messages Error message Condition Countermeasure WRITE PROTECT The write protect switch on Set the write protect switch the side of the card is set on the side of the card to...
  • Page 90 Setup Card Operations Writing set data to cards Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together. Press the PAGE button to display the MAIN menu screen 3 of 4. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the “CARD READ/WRITE”...
  • Page 91 Setup Card Operations Protecting stored data If the setup card’s WRITE PROTECT switch is set to ON, data is not rewritten even if the UP button is pressed in step 7. Set to ON. When data is not written If the following error messages appear when the UP button is pressed in step 7, the data is not written.
  • Page 92 Setup Card Operations Reading out data stored on cards Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position while the SHIFT/ITEM button and UP button are held down together. Press the PAGE button to display the MAIN menu screen 3 of 4. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the “CARD READ/WRITE”...

  • Page 93: 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. Power: 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 94: 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 immediate- ly hold down the EJECT button.

  • Page 95: Recording

    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 nor- mally. ÁSee the “Inspections Before Shooting” (page 151) for a description of inspection procedures. Procedures from power supply preparations to inserting a cassette Insert a charged battery pack.
  • Page 96 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 97: Shooting Images

    Recording Shooting images 1-1,1-2 Select the filter in accordance with the lighting conditions, and when the white balance has already been stored in the memory, set the WHITE BAL switch to “A” or “B”. When the white balance and black balance have not been stored in the memory and there is no time to adjust the white balance: Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST and the FILTER knob to “1”.

  • Page 98: Successive Shooting

    Recording Successive Shooting Successive shooting with an accuracy of within 0–o1 frame can be performed simply by pressing 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 99 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. While monitoring the viewfinder screen, press the PLAY/PAUSE button to play back the tape.

  • Page 100: Playback-Checking Recorded Contents

    Playback—Checking Recorded Contents Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button allows black-and-white images to be viewed on the viewfinder screen. Playback images can also be viewed in two other ways. ÁRec review: When the RET switch has been set to “REC CHECK” on the “REC (SIGNAL)/RET” setting menu, it is possible to view the last two seconds of the recording in the form of black-and- white images on the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 101: 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. ÁMounting the AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-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 102: Recording Simultaneously With The Internal Vtr And An External

    Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External Connections Mount the AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option) to the unit, connect the external VTR with the 26-pin cable, and set the audio input level selector switch of the external VTR to “p60 dB”.
  • Page 103 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 forward modes, respectively. However, the external VTR is set to recording paused status in all cases. Viewing playback images on the viewfinder Pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button allows black-and-white images from the tape of the internal VTR to be viewed on the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 104: Recording With An External Vtr Instead

    Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTR Using the 26-pin/12-pin Output Adaptor Connections The method of connecting the external VTR is the same as that described in “Recording Simulta- neously with the Internal VTR and an External VTR”. ÁSee “Connections”...
  • Page 105 Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTR Mount the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor. Controlling the external VTR with the unit’s switches Setting the 26P CONTROL function as indicated below on the “VTR FUNCTION” SUB menu page of the MAIN menu screen 2 of 4 prevents the internal VTR from being operated and enables only the external VTR to be controlled by the VTR START button on the unit or by the VTR button on the lens.

  • Page 106: Ret Button

    RET Button The images recorded on the VTR or the return video signals which have been supplied to the GENLOCK IN/(VIDEO IN) connector can be viewed on the viewfinder screen either when the RET (return) button is pressed or while it is held down. What appears on the viewfinder screen differs as shown in the table below depending on the RET SW setting selected on the “REC (SIGNAL)/RET”...

  • Page 107: 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 108: Setting Menu Screens (Main Menu)

    Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menu) The MAIN menu consists of menus on four menu screens, 1 of 4 to 4 of 4. Each of these screens is a page screen for opening the sub menus. To open a SUB menu screen, press the SHIFT/ITEM button to select the SUB menu, and then press the UP or DOWN button. Press the PAGE button to return from a SUB screen to the MAIN menu screen.
  • Page 109 Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menu) MAIN menu screen 2 of 4 This screen displays the sub menu items on MAIN menu 2 of 4. ¢ E E E E E E MA I N ME N U 2 / 4 SUB menu item Remarks D I S P L A Y...
  • Page 110 Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menu) MAIN menu screen 3 of 4 This screen displays the sub menu items on MAIN menu 3 of 4. ¢ E E E E E E MA I N ME N U 3 / 4 SUB menu item Remarks C A R D R E A D / WR I T E...
  • Page 111 Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menu) MAIN menu screen 4 of 4 This screen displays the sub menu items on MAIN menu 4 of 4. ¢ E E MA I N ME N U 4 / 4 E E E E SUB menu Remarks display...

  • Page 112: Ámain Menu Screen 1 Of 4 (Sub Menu)

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) ROP screen The ROP (remote operation panel) settings are performed on this screen. ¢| RO P { Item Remarks display MA S T E R P E D µ 0 0 0 p100 MA S T E R D T L...

  • Page 113: Matrix Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) MATRIX screen The camera’s matrix settings are performed on this screen. ¢| MA T R I X Item Remarks display » MA T R I X B L E : µ 1 1 MA T R I X R∂G MATRIX TABLE...

  • Page 114: Low Setting Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) LOW SETTING screen The low level gain settings are performed on this screen. ¢| L OW S E T T I NG { Item Remarks display » MA S T E R G A I N 0 d B p3 dB...

  • Page 115: Mid Setting Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) MID SETTING screen The middle level gain settings are performed on this screen. ¢| M I D S E T T I NG { Item Remarks display » MA S T E R G A I N 9 d B p3 dB...

  • Page 116: High Setting Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) HIGH SETTING screen The high level gain settings are performed on this screen. ¢| H I GH S E T T I NG { Item Remarks display » MA S T E R G A I N 1 8 d B p3 dB...
  • Page 117 MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) ADDITIONAL DTL screen The special detail settings of the camera are performed on this screen. ¢| A D D I T I ON A L D T L Item Remarks display » D T L COMP E .

  • Page 118: Skin Tone Dtl Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) SKIN TONE DTL screen The camera’s skin tone detail settings are performed on this screen. ¢| Variable S K I N T ON E D T L Item Remarks range display » S K I N T ON E D T L O F F...
  • Page 119 MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) KNEE/LEVEL screen The knee level settings of the camera are performed on this screen. ¢| K N E E / L E V E Item Remarks display M . P E D µ...

  • Page 120: Camera Setting Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 1 of 4 (SUB menus) FLARE/GAMMA screen The flare and gamma settings of the camera are performed on this screen. ¢| F L A R E / G AMMA Item Remarks display : 0 0 0 F L A R E : 0 0 0 F L A R E R FLARE...

  • Page 121: Ámain Menu Screen 2 Of 4 (Sub Menu)

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) VF DISPLAY screen What information is to be displayed inside the viewfinder is set on this screen. ¢| V F D I S P L A Y { Variable Item Remarks CON D I T I ON : D I S P NORMA L range...
  • Page 122 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| V F D I S P L A Y { Variable Item Remarks CON D I T I ON : D I S P NORMA L range display D I S P MOD E S A F E T Y Z ON E ZEBRA2...

  • Page 123: Vf Indicator Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) VF INDICATOR screen What information is to be displayed inside the viewfinder is set on this screen. ¢| I N D I C A T OR { Item Remarks display E X T E N D E R S H U T T E R EXTENDER USER...

  • Page 124: Camera Id Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) CAMERA ID screen The camera ID settings are performed on this screen. Each time the UP button is pressed, the character display changes in the following order: space (Å)>english letters (A to Z)>numbers (0 to 9)>symbols (space, >, <, ), (, ’, ‘, ,, – –, _, x, /, !). Pressing the DOWN button changes the character display in the reverse order.

  • Page 125: Led Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) SYNCHRO SCAN screen The synchro scan settings are performed on this screen. ¢| S Y N C H RO S C A N Item Remarks display 1 / 6 0 . 3 SYNCHRO 1/60.3 USER...

  • Page 126: Camera Sw Mode Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) CAMERA SW MODE screen The camera’s switch modes are set on this screen. ¢| C AME R A SW MOD E { Item Remarks display F I L T E R I N H S HOC K L E S S AWB NORMA L FILTER INH...

  • Page 127: Super Gain Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) SUPER GAIN screen The super gain values to be allocated to the SUPER GAIN switch are set on this screen. ¢| S U P E R G A I N { Item Remarks display E 3 0 d B...
  • Page 128 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) VTR FUNCTION screen The VTR’s functions are set on this screen. ¢| V T R F U N C T I ON Item Remarks display H UM I D O P E O F F 2 6 P CON T RO L O F F...
  • Page 129 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| V T R F U N C T I ON Item Remarks display H UM I D O P E O F F 2 6 P CON T RO L O F F TCG VF DISP This selects ON or OFF for time code R E C S T A R T...
  • Page 130 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) BATT/TAPE ALARM screen The battery end and remaining tape warning beeps heard can be turned off if they disturb the concentration during shooting. ¢| A L A RM { B A T T / T A P E Item Remarks...

  • Page 131: Ámain Menu Screen 3 Of 4 (Sub Menu)

    MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) CARD READ/WRITE screen The operations for loading the menu data from the setup card, saving it on the setup card, and configuring the setup card are set on this screen. Align the arrow (>) with the item and press the UP or DOWN button to initiate the corresponding operation. ¢| Variable C A R D...
  • Page 132 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) CARD R/W SELECT screen Whether the recording of specific menu data onto, or the loading of the data from, the setup card is to be set to ON or OFF on this screen.
  • Page 133 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) REC (ASPECT)/PB/RET screen The recording, playback and return functions are set on this screen. ¢| ( S I GN A L ) / R E T { R E C Item Remarks display R E C S I GN A L...
  • Page 134 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) MIC/AUDIO screen The MIC/AUDIO items are set on this screen. ¢| M I C/A U D I O Item Remarks F RON T P OWE R display F RON T M I C ∂...
  • Page 135 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| M I C/A U D I O Item Remarks F RON T P OWE R display F RON T M I C ∂ 4 0 d B ∂ 6 0 d B R E A R M I C C H 1...
  • Page 136 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) GENLOCK/IRIS screen The GENLOCK and IRIS control settings are performed on this screen. ¢| G E N L OC K / I R I S Item Remarks display G E N L OC K I N T H P H A S E CO A R S E...
  • Page 137 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) VIDEO OUT screen The VIDEO OUT items are set on this screen. ¢| V I D E O OU T Item Remarks display OU T S E L : V I D E O E N C C H A R A C T E R VIDEO OUT SEL...

  • Page 138: Ámain Menu Screen 4 Of 4 (Sub Menu)

    MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) USER MENU SEL 1 of 3 screen The menu page displays are set to ON or OFF on this screen. Before each screen item is an asterisk (“E”) or dot (“.”) which respectively indicates whether the setting is ON or OFF.
  • Page 139 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) USER MENU SEL 2 of 3 screen The menu page displays are set to ON or OFF on this screen. Before each screen item is an asterisk (“E”) or dot (“.”) which respectively indicates whether the setting is ON or OFF.
  • Page 140 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) USER MENU SEL 3 of 3 screen The menu page displays are set to ON or OFF on this screen. Before each screen item is an asterisk (“E”) or dot (“.”) which respectively indicates whether the setting is ON or OFF.

  • Page 141: Evaluation Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) AUTO SHADING screen The AUTO SHADING items are set on this screen. Align the arrow with the BLACK or WHITE item and press the UP or DOWN button to initiate the corresponding operation. ¢| A U T O S H A D I NG Item...
  • Page 142 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) S/N measurement screen The settings for the signal-to-noise ratio measurement are performed on this screen. E V A L U A T I ON Item Remarks ¢ S / N O F F display : O F F D E T A I L...
  • Page 143 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) Modulation measurement screen The settings for the modulation measurement are performed on this screen. E V A L U A T I ON Item Remarks ¢ MOD U L A T I ON O F F display : O F F...
  • Page 144 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) Resolution measurement screen The settings for the resolution measurement are performed on this screen. E V A L U A T I ON Item Remarks ¢ R E S O L U T I ON O F F display : O F F...
  • Page 145 MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) Sensitivity measurement screen The settings for the sensitivity measurement are performed on this screen. E V A L U A T I ON Item Remarks ¢ S E N S I T I V I T Y O F F display : O F F...

  • Page 146: Initialize Screen

    MAIN Menu Screen 4 of 4 (SUB menus) INITIALIZE screen The MENU display item settings are reset on this screen. Align the arrow (>) with the item and press the UP or DOWN button to initiate the corresponding operation. ¢| I N I T I A L I Z E Item Remarks...

  • Page 147: 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) Lamps Warning VTR (section)
  • Page 148 Warning System Display window (LCD) Lamps Warning VTR (section) WARN- Warning Warning Item contents operation display display lamp lamp status Flashes Emitted The tape is Flashes 1 time 4 times Operation Replace the tape nearing its continues. as necessary. end. E TAPE second second...

  • Page 149: 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 150: 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 condensation, and if the tape is run under these conditions, it will easily stick to the drum.

  • Page 151: 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 152: Áinspecting 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 153: 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 man- ual zoom lever and check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle.
  • Page 154 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 155: Specifications

    Specifications General Power supply voltage: DC 12 V Power consumption: 24 W Operating temperature: 32uF to 104uF (0uC to 40uC) p4uF to 140uF (p20uC to 60uC) Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Less than 85% (relative humidity) Continuous operating time: Approx. 90 min. (using 1 Anton Bauer Trimpac 14 battery) Weight: 14.52 lbs (6.6 kg) (incld.

  • Page 156: Ávtr Section

    Specifications VTR Section VTR Video System (during playback on a standard playback unit) Y; 30 Hz to 5.75 MHz o1.0 dB/p3.0 dB Bands: ; 30 Hz to 2.75 MHz o1.0 dB/p3.0 dB S/N ratio: Better than 55 dB K factor (2T pulse): Within 2% Y/C delay: Within 30ns...

  • Page 157: Related Components

    Specifications Related Components Power supply related AU-BP220, AU-BP402 battery packs AG-B425 battery charger (for charging AU-BP220, AU-BP402 battery packs) AU-M402H battery case AJ-B75 AC adaptor Viewfinder AJ-VF10P, AJ-VF15P 1.5-inch viewfinders AJ-VF53P 5-inch viewfinder External VTR-related Portable video cassette recorders VTR adaptor (for connecting portable VTR) AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output connector AQ-EC1 extension control unit Connecting cables...
  • Page 158 DIVISION OF MATSUSHITA ELECTRIC CORPORATION OF AMERICA Executive Office: 3330 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 436-3500 EASTERN ZONE: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7621 Mid-Atlantic/New England: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7621 Southeast Region:...

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