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Summary of Contents for Panasonic AJ-D700P
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Page 1: Operating Instructions
DIGITAL VIDEO CASSETTE Digital Camera/VTR Operating Instructions... -
Page 2: Safety Precautions
For your safety CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN 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 “... -
Page 3: Table Of Contents
Menu Operation Section Time Code-Related Section Warning/Status Display Section Power Supply Using an Anton Bauer Battery Pack Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack Using a Sony Battery Pack Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack Using an AC Power Supply (When... - Page 4 Contents Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays VTR Section Operation/Status-Related Displays Time Code-Related Displays Adjusting the Time and Date Adjustments and Setup During Recording Adjustments and Setup using the Setting Menu Setting the Gain Selector Value Selecting Functions Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance Adjusting the White Balance Adjusting the Black Balance...
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Page 5: General And Features
General and Features The model AJ-D700 integrates a color video camera which employs three frame interline transfer (FIT) CCDs with 410,000 device on-chip lenses with a DVCPRO format VTR which is equipped with the latest compression technology. The AJ-D700 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 High-performance viewfinder The high-resolution CRT projects a detailed picture which facilitates focus operations. The viewfinder employs a low flare CRT which makes the screen easy to see. A center marker which indicates the center of the screen and a safety zone marker which indi- cates the effective screen region can be displayed by menu operations.
- Page 7 Recording by an external VTR When an external VTR is connected using the 26-pin output adaptor (option, AJ-YA700P), record- ing 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.
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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: System Configuration
AJ-YA700P Battery case SHAN-B220 Battery case AU-M402H Battery case AC adaptor AU-B110 Cassette tape AJ-P23MP/33MP/63MP - 9 - VTR cable Panasonic Battery AU-BP220 Sony Battery NP-1 Battery Panasonic Battery charger AU-BP402 AG-B425 Anton Bauer Battery Sony Battery BP-90 Cleaning tape... -
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 AU-B110 AC adaptor (option) is plugged into this socket when the unit is to be operated by AC power. -
Page 11: Accessory Mounting Section
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 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 Audio Function Section (3) ALARM (warning tone volume) control This adjusts the warning tone volume heard from the speaker 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. MONITOR (volume) control This adjusts the volume of the sound other than the warning tone or earphone...
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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. can also be seen. PEAKING control This is used to adjust the contours of the images inside the viewfinder to facilitate focusing. - Page 15 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” (default setting), the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds on the setting change message dis- play 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 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. VIDEO IN connector (accessory)/26-pin output adaptor (option) mount VIDEO IN connector (accessory) (See below for the mounting method.) The composite video signals are supplied here.
- 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 but- ton 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 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.
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Page 20: Menu Operation Section
Controls and Their Functions 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. SET: OFF: 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 Multi (TC IN/OUT, AUDIO OUT CH1/CH2) connector TC IN side: The time code serving as the reference is input when the time code is locked to an external source. TC OUT side: Connect this to the time code TC IN connector on the external VTR when locking the external VTR’...
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Page 22: Warning/Status Display Section
Controls and Their Functions 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 SET: R-RUN: This position is used when the time code is to be advanced only while recording is in Warning/Status Display Section Tally lamp... -
Page 23: Power Supply
Power can be supplied to the unit using a battery pack or AC power supply. Using a battery pack Panasonic, Before using a battery pack, be sure to charge it completely using a battery charger. See the Handling Instructions for the battery pack and battery charger for a detailed explanation of charging methods. -
Page 24: Using The Panasonic Au-Bp402 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 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. - 2 5 -...
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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
Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack Mount the accessory battery mounting connector. (See the preceding page.) Mount the BP-90 battery case. <Notes> The unit’ s power must be set to OFF before the plug is inserted or removed. Take care when attaching the battery case that the wires are not pinched. Tighten the mounting screws. -
Page 28: Using An Ac Power Supply (When Using The Au-B110 Ac Adaptor)
Power Supply Using an AC Power Supply (When using the AU-B110 AC Adaptor) Connect the unit’ s EXT DC IN socket with the DC OUT connector of the AU-B110 AC adaptor. Set the AC adaptor’ s power to ON. Set the unit’ s power switch to ON. <Notes>... -
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 image for- mation 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 31: Adjusting The White Shading
Adjusting the White Shading The AJ-D700 is adjusted for the Fujinon S18x6.7 BERM4 (with extender) and S18X6.7 BRM4 (without extender) 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. In particular, be sure to adjust the white shading as indicated below when using a 1/2-inch camera lens without an ex- tender (other than the S18X6.7 BRM4 noted above) or a 2/3-inch camera lens via an adaptor. - Page 32 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 buttons to open the menu. Press the PAGE button until the AUTO SHADING page appears.
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Page 33: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Adjusting the Viewfinder Adjusting the Position Loosen the viewfinder forward-backward/left-right position clamp lever. 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 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
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>... -
Page 36: Detaching 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: Viewfinder
Audio Input Preparations 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. See the Handling Instructions for the microphone holder. Using the AJ-MC700P Microphone Kit (Option) Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit Mount the microphone holder. -
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 The Main Unit
Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit < N o t e > When extending the microphone, use a cable which supports the phantom power supply type of microphone. To the MIC IN Connector AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch for the audio channel you wish to record to FRONT [MIC]. - Page 40 Audio Input Preparations Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit AUDIO IN Switch: Set the AUDIO IN Switches Up to two external microphones can be connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 Connectors. Phantom power supply type microphones can also be supported by a menu setting.
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Page 41: Mounting A Wireless Microphone
Mounting a Wireless Microphone When using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless receiver. AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch of the channel to which the audio signal source is connected to REAR [LINE]. See the Handling Instructions for the WX-RA700 wireless receiver for wireless receiver opera- tions. -
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 to the tripod. Select the attachment hole in consideration of the units and tripod attachment’ s center of gravity. -
Page 43: Mounting The Shoulder Belt
Mounting the Shoulder Belt To remove the shoulder belt, open the hooks and then remove the belt. <Note> When mounting and removing the shoulder belt, press on the top of the hooks to check that the belt is securely mounted. Shoulder Belt Press to open the hook. -
Page 44: 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 45: 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. - 4 5 -... -
Page 46: Connecting The Aq-Ec1 Extension Control Unit (Option)
The handling instructions included with the AQ-EC1 describe operations for when the AQ-EC1 is connected to an AQ series digital camera. When the AQ-EC1 is connected to the AJ-D700, some functions differ, and some features cannot be used. -
Page 47: Warning/Status Displays In The Viewfinder And Display Window Displaying The Setting Menu Inside The Viewfinder
Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Displaying the Setting Menu Inside the Viewfinder When the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to SET, the setting menu appears on the viewfinder screen. The setting menu is displayed in page units. The following table lists all pages contained in the setting menu as well as an outline of the functions for each page. - Page 48 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.
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Page 49: Basic Setting Menu Operations
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 Switch UP Button DOWN Button PAGE Button MENU SET/OFF Switch Displaying the setting menu Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The status displays at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen disappear, and the page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears. - Page 50 Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Selecting the desired item Press the SHIFT/ITEM switch. 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.
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Page 51: 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 125) 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 52: 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 53: 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 54 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 55 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.
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Page 56: 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 se- lected are as follows, Display mode (See “... -
Page 57: Display Mode And Setting Change Message
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 58: 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 56) to display the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu on the viewfinder screen and align the cursor with the DISP MODE item. -
Page 59: Setting The Camera Id
the Camera ID Setting 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 output when the OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch is set to BARS and the color bar signal is being recorded. -
Page 60: Remaining Battery Level And Audio Level Displays
Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays Remaining tape length 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 61: Time Code-Related Displays
Code-Related Displays Time 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. Relationship between the TCG and DISPLAY switch setting positions and the time counter display The item displayed in the time counter display is determined by the TCG switch and DISPLAY... -
Page 62: Adjusting The Time And Date
Adjusting the Time and Date Adjustment and setup using the setting menu 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 63: 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 49. 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 64: 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 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 65: Selecting Functions
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 66: 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 adjust- ment) 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 67 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 68 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.
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Page 69: Adjusting The 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 +30 dB) - Page 70 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.
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Page 71: 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 Standard SYNCHRO SCAN... -
Page 72: 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 but- tons during SYNCHRO SCAN mode. -
Page 73: Setting The Synchro Scan Mode
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 74: 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 spe- cial 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 75: Adjusting The Audio Level 7
Adjusting the Audio Level If the AUTO 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 ad- justed, perform the following operations. - Page 76 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 sixth of the seven level display bars from the left.
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Page 77: 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 78: Setting The User Bit 7
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 79: Locking The Time Code To An External Source
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 External REF Example 2: Connecting multiple units and using one unit as the reference TC OUT TC IN... -
Page 80: External Lock Operation Procedure
the Time Data Setting 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 81: Setup Card Operations
Setup Card Operations Setting menu contents can be stored using setup cards (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 description. Setup cards are optional, and general purpose memory cards (S RAM 64 Kbyte or more) can be used. -
Page 82: Setup Card Data Operations
Card Operations Setup Setup Card Data Operations Operations to store setting data on setup cards and read out stored data are performed at the SET UP CARD page of the setting menu. <Note> When operating the unit with a remote controller, the SET UP CARD page cannot be operated from the unit. - Page 83 When data is not written If the following error messages appear when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed in step 4, the data is not written. Data format error messages Condition Error message WRITE PROTECT The write protect switch on the side of the card is set to A setup card is not NO CARD...
- Page 84 Setup Card Operations Writing set data to cards Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu opera- tions were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.) Press the MENU switch repeatedly until the SET UP CARD page shown below appears.
- Page 85 Protecting stored data If the setup card’ s WRITE PROTECT switch is set to ON, data is not rewritten even if the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed in step 4. When data is not written If the following error messages appear when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed in step 4, the data is not written.
- Page 86 Setup Card Operations Reading out data stored on cards Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu opera- tions were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.) Press the PAGE switch repeatedly until the SET UP CARD page shown below appears.
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Page 87: Cassettes
Cassettes See “ Cassettes” (page 135) for a description of cassettes which can be used with the unit. 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. -
Page 88: Preventing Accidental Erasure 8
Cassettes Ejecting cassettes With the power turned on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder and eject the cas- sette. 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 89: 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. See the “ Inspections Before Shooting” (page 129) for a description of inspection procedures. Procedures from power supply preparations to inserting a cassette Insert a charged battery pack. - Page 90 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: Set the smallest gain value possible.
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Page 91: Shooting Images
Shooting images 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 set the FILTER knob to “... -
Page 92: Successive Shooting
Recording Successive Shooting Successive shooting with an accuracy of within ±1 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 93 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 out- lined 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.
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Page 94: 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 95: 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-YA700P 26-pin output adaptor (option) and connecting the 26-pin cable (op- tion) to the unit allows recording to be performed by the VTR section (internal VTR) of the unit and an external VTR. -
Page 96: Recording Simultaneously With The Internal Vtr And An External Vtr
Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External VTR Connections Mount the AJ-YA700P 26-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 “ –60 dB” . SW3101 and SW3102 on the CAM ENC Printed Circuit Board of the unit must be set to the 26P side. - Page 97 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 unit’...
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Page 98: 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 Simulta- neously with the Internal VTR and an External VTR” . See “... - Page 99 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 setting 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.
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Page 100: Ret Button
RET Button The images recorded on the VTR or return video signal which has been input to the VIDEO IN connector 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 101: 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 “... -
Page 102: Setting Menu Screens
Setting Menu Screens MARKER Screen This page sets the setting for the marker displays inside the viewfinder. – MARKER – CENTER MARK : ON SAFETY ZONE : 1 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 103: Vf Display Screen
VF DISPLAY Screen This page sets the setting for the display information inside the viewfinder. – VF DISPLAY – DISP MODE EXTENDER SHUTTER TAPE BATTERY FILTER WHITE GAIN LEVEL METER:ON IRIS : S + I R I CAMERA ID Menu screen display methods USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER... -
Page 104: 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 105: Led Screen
SYNCHRO SCAN Screen This page performs the synchro scan settings. – SYNCHRO SCAN – 1 / 6 1 . ! 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 asterisk ( * ) or period ( . - Page 106 Setting Menu Screens SET UP CARD Screen This page sets the loading, saving and formatting operations for setup cards. Align the “ –” with the desired item and press the UP or DOWN button to perform the corresponding processing. – SET UP CARD – READ ( CAM) WRITE ( CARD) CARD CONFIG.
- Page 107 MAIN FUNCTION Screen This page performs the adjustment function settings. – MAIN FUNCTION – REC. SIGNAL :CAM PHANTOM FRONT: ON PHANTOM CH1 : OFF PHANTOM CH2 : OFF BATT/TAPE ALARM Screen The battery end and tape end audio warnings during shooting can be switched off if they become undesirable. –...
- Page 108 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. – FUNCTION 1/5 – *DETAIL *2D LPF SKIN TONE DTL...
- Page 109 FUNCTION 3/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 3 settings. – FUNCTION 3/5 – HUMID OPE :OFF 26P CONTROL :OFF REC START :NORMAL TC MODE :USER UB MODE PAUSE TIMER :30 BATTERY SEL :NiCd-12 TCG VF DISP :OFF *Even if the BATTERY SEL is selected to NiCd-12, 13 or 14, the camera automatically senses whether or not an Anton Bauer's Intelligent Battery is fitted.
- Page 110 Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 4/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 4 settings. – FUNCTION 4/5 – FRONT MIC :–40dB :–60dB REAR MIC CH1 REAR MIC CH2 :–60dB :+4dB LINE CH1/CH2 REAR AUDIO :STEREO MIC LOWCUT CH1:OFF MIC LOWCUT CH2:OFF EMPHASIS :OFF CUE AUDIO...
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Page 111: Time Date Screen
FUNCTION 5/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 5 settings. – FUNCTION 5/5 – AUDIO OUT :CH1 LIMITER TEST TONE TIME DATE Screen This page performs the date and time settings. After the date and time have been changed, pressing the UP or DOWN buttons executes the settings. -
Page 112: Low Setting Screen
Setting Menu Screens LOW SETTING Screen This page sets the low level. – LOW SETTING – M A S T E R G A I N : 0 d B H.DTL LEVEL V.DTL LEVEL DTL CORING H.DTL FREQ. DARK DTL LEVEL DEPEND :03 MASTER GAMMA :0.60 BLACK STRETCH :OFF... -
Page 113: Mid Setting Screen
MID SETTING Screen This page sets the middle level. – M I D S E T T I N G – M A S T E R G A I N : 9 d B : 13 H.DTL LEVEL V.DTL LEVEL : 08 DTL CORING H.DTL FREQ. -
Page 114: High Setting Screen
Setting Menu Screens HIGH SETTING Screen This page sets the high level. – HIGH SETTING – :18 dB MASTER GAIN H.DTL LEVEL V.DTL LEVEL DTL COR I NG H.DTL FREQ. DARK DTL LEVEL DEPEND MASTER GAMMA :0.60 BLACK STRETCH :OFF MATRIX TABLE The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode. - Page 115 LEVEL 1/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 1 settings. – LEVEL 1/6 – :OFF C DTL COMPE. CHROMA DTL C D T L C O R I N G : 0 0 KNEE APERTURE :ON :OFF SLIM DTL SUPER COLOR CORNER DTL :OFF...
- Page 116 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 3/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 3 settings. – L E V E L 3 / 6 – M.PED :+000 SET UP : 7 . 5 % MANUAL KNEE :197 KNEE POINT KNEE SLOPE WHITE CLIP WHITE CLIP LEVEL :254 The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.
- Page 117 LEVEL 4/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 4 settings. – LEVEL 416 – R F L A R E : - - - G F L A R E : - - - B F L A R E : - - - R GAMMA :+00 B GAMMA :+00 The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.
- Page 118 Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 5/6 Screen This page performs the recording level 5 settings. – LEVEL 516 – MATRIX TABLE :A MATRIX R-G :+10 MATRIX R-6 :+10 MATRIX G-R :+10 MATRIX G-B :+10 MATRIX B-R :+10 M A T R I X B - G :+10 The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.
- Page 119 LEVEL 6/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 6 settings. – LEVEL 6/6 – H PHASE COARSE :128 H PHASE FINE SC PHASE COARSE :0 SC PHASE FINE :128 :078 A . l R l S L E V E L A.
- Page 120 Setting Menu Screens VF OPERATION Screen This page performs the viewfinder display settings. – VF OPERATION – VF OUT VF DTL ZEBRA1 DETECT :070 ZEBRA2 DETECT :085 ZEBRA2 : SPOT The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode. Menu screen display methods USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.
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Page 121: Lens Adj Screen
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. – LENS ADJ – *F2.8 ADJ *F16 ADJ *: ON ·: OFF MENU SELECT 1/3 Screen... - Page 122 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. –...
- Page 123 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 SELECT 3/3 – .LEVEL 1/6 .LEVEL 2/6 .LEVEL 3/6...
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Page 124: 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. – AUTO SHADING – BLACK WHITE(V.SAW) BLACK COMPE WHITE COMPE DATA RESET Screen... -
Page 125: 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) Remain- Warning Item... - Page 126 Warning System Display window (LCD) Remain- Warning Item Warning display battery status display level display Flashes E TAPE TAPE END Flashes 1 of the Flashes 7 bars displayed E BATT BATTERY All 7 bars Flashes displayed *1) During recording *2) During playback, fast forward or rewind <...
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Page 127: Maintenance Condensation
Error Codes When an error occurs in the unit for some reason or other, the following error codes appear in the display window. 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. -
Page 128: Cleaning The Video Heads
Maintenance Cleaning the Video Heads Use the AJ-CL12MP cleaning cassette when head cleaning is required. Improper use of the cleaning cassette may damage the video heads. Therefore, read the Handling Instructions for the cleaning tape carefully before use. Cleaning the Viewfinder Do not use thinner or other solvents to remove dirt from the viewfinder. -
Page 129: Inspections Before Shooting Inspection Preparations
Inspections Before Shooting Perform the following inspections before shooting to check that all systems are operating properly. 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 130: 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 131: Inspecting The Iris And Zoom Functions
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 132 Inspections Before Shooting (2) Inspection of Audio Level Automatic Adjustment Functions Set the AUDIO SELECT CH/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.
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Page 133: Specifications General
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: Programmable gains: Shutter speeds: Lens mount: Sensitivity: Minimum subject brightness: Image S/N ratio:... -
Page 134: Accessories
Specifications VTR Section VTR Video Bands: S/N ratio: K factor (2T pulse): Y/C delay: VTR Audio 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 (XLR, 3-pin, female): MIC IN (XLR, 3-pin, female):... -
Page 135: Related Components
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 AU-B110 AC adaptor Video cassette tapes AJ-P6MP, AJ-P12MP, AJ-P23MP, AJ-P33MP, AJ-P63MP metal tapes Viewfinder 5-inch viewfinder External VTR-related Portable video cassette recorder AJ-YA710P time code input/output/video input adaptor AJ-YA700P 26-pin output connector (for connecting an external VTR to the 26-pin interface) - Page 136 Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office One Panasonic Way (4B-7), Secaucus, NJ 07094 Service Centers Eastern: One Panasonic Way, Panazip (2A-4), Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201)-348-7677 Fax (201)-348-7511 Southern: 1225 Northbrook Parkway, Suite #170, Suwanee, GA 30174 (770)-338-6855 Fax (770)-338-6656 Western: 4001 West Alameda Ave., Suite 100, Burbank, CA 91505...