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Panasonic AJ-SDC915 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic AJ-SDC915 Operating Instructions Manual

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Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
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Printed in Japan
F0802H
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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    Digital Camera/VTR Operating Instructions Model No. Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. Printed in Japan F0802H VQT0A45...

  • Page 2: For Your Safety

    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 “dan- gerous voltage”...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Contents For your safety ....General and Features ....ÁFeatures of the Camera Section .
  • Page 4 Contents Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance ÁAdjusting the White Balance ..ÁAdjusting the Black Balance ..Setting the Electronic Shutter ÁShutter Modes ....ÁSetting the Shutter Mode/Speed .

  • Page 5: General And Features

    Memory cards complying with global standards can be used for the camera and VTR setting data to provide a system to manage the data. Features of the Camera Section The camera section of the AJ-SDC915 has the following features. ÁHigh sensitivity: 2000 lux (F13) ÁHigh S/N ratio: 63 dB (standard) ÁUltra-low smear...
  • Page 6 Functions and circuits for assuring high picture quality The AJ-SDC915 is equipped with the following functions (and circuits) in order to assure high picture quality and is designed to make the fullest use of the advantages of the high-performance CCD.
  • Page 7 Features Audio functions ÁA phantom power supply type super-cardioid microphone (option) can be attached and it can also be detached from the main unit for use in interviews. ÁMicrophone can also be connected, and can be attached to the main unit using the AJ-MH700P microphone holder (option).

  • 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

    WX-RA700 1.5½ viewfinder AJ-VF10P/-VF15P 2.0½ viewfinder AJ-VF20WP Microphone holder AJ-MH700P Lens (Bayonet type) Fujinon/Canon Camera/VTR 5w EVF mount AJ-SDC915 adaptor AJ-QVF900 5w EVF AJ-VF53P 5w EVF mount adaptor AJ-YA711 5w EVF WV-VF65B/C Rain cover SHAN-RC700 Soft carrying case AJ-SC900...

  • 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 lens.

  • Page 12: Áaudio Function Section

    Controls and Their Functions Audio Function Section (1) AUDIO LEVEL CH1 (audio channel 1 recording level) control When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch channel 1 can be adjusted by this control in addition to the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control the side panel. MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin) Connect an optional microphone to this jack.
  • Page 13 Controls and Their Functions Audio Function Section (2) 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.

  • Page 14: Áshooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section

    Controls and Their Functions 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. can also be seen. PEAKING control This is used to adjust the contours of the images inside the viewfinder to facilitate focusing.
  • Page 15 Controls and Their Functions (The viewfinder shown in the 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” (default setting), the new setting will appear on the setting change message display area of the view- finder screen.
  • Page 16 Controls and Their Functions Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (3) OUTPUT (output signal selector)/AUTO KNEE switch This switch selects the video signals which are to be output from the camera unit to the VTR unit, viewfinder and video monitor. The AUTO KNEE function can be used when the images shot by the camera have been selected.
  • Page 17 Controls and Their Functions ECU REMOTE (remote control) connector (6-pin) Connect the AJ-EC3 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 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 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. EJECT (cassette eject) button Press this to insert or eject the cassette.

  • 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 through VIDEO OUT connector. SET: OFF: The setting menu is not displayed on the viewfinder screen through VIDEO OUT con- SHIFT/ITEM button Each time this button is pressed, the cursor moves on the setting menu page now displayed.
  • Page 21 Controls and Their Functions 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 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

    |Note{ The AJ-SDC915 supports the intelligent battery system and the ultra-light system. Automatic detection can be performed for intelligent batteries with a remaining battery level of 10% or more. At this time, the remaining battery level is displayed numerically (percentage display) inside the viewfinder.

  • Page 24: Áusing The Bp-90 Type Battery Pack

    Power Supply Using the BP-90 type 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. Using the Sony BP-L60/BP-L90 lithium-ion Battery Pack Attach the supplied battery mounting terminals. Attach the lithium-ion battery holder. |Notes{ ÁThe unit’s power must be set to OFF before the plug is inserted or removed.

  • 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. Set the AC adaptor’s power to ON. Set the unit’s power switch to ON. |Notes{ ÁWhen using an external power supply other than the AJ-B75 AC adaptor, check the pin signal of the EXT DC IN socket.

  • Page 29: Áchecking And Selecting The Type Of Battery

    Power Supply Checking and Selecting the Type of Battery 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. To select the type of battery When the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to SET while the HOLD button is pressed, the battery selection menu appears on the screen.

  • Page 30: 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 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). 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. 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. 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. Viewfinder Lever –...

  • Page 35: Áadjusting 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 36: Ádetaching The Eyepiece

    Adjusting the Viewfinder 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. |Note{ Absolutely do not wipe the mirror surface as it has been specially treated.

  • Page 37: Mounting The Viewfinder

    Adjusting the Viewfinder Mounting the Viewfinder Press down the viewfinder. Tighten the viewfinder stopper screw firmly. If it is difficult to insert the screw, press down the viewfinder once again. Connect the plug to the viewfinder connector and secure the viewfinder cable with the clamp. |Note{ Insert the plug firmly when connecting it to the viewfinder connector.

  • Page 38: Audio Input Preparations

    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. ÁSee 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 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 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 40: The Main Unit

    Audio Input Preparations Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit ÁFRONT To the MIC IN Connector |Note{ When extending the microphone, use a cable which supports the phantom power supply type of microphone. ÁREAR Up to two external microphones can be connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 Connectors.

  • Page 41: Mounting A Wireless Microphone

    Audio Input Preparations 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].

  • 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 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. 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 Aj-Ec3 Extension Control Unit (Option)

    The functions of the AJ-EC3 are limited as follows. ÁThe STORE switch does not function. (If the menu settings are changed while the AJ-EC3 is connected to the AJ-SDC915, the new menu settings are saved automatically as soon as the changes are made.)

  • 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

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen 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. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button, and move the arrow (cursor) to the LOW, MID or HIGH GAIN menu item.

  • Page 49: Áselecting The Color Bar Setting

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen 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

    Displaying Menus on the Viewfinder Screen 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. SHIFT/ITEM Switch SHIFT/ ITEM UP Button DOWN DOWN Button MENU SET/OFF Switch To display a SUB menu directly (user mode) Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to the SET position.
  • 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 To transfer from a MAIN menu to a particular SUB menu Press the SHIFT/ITEM button.

  • 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. The item can also be selected using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows. Changing the settings Press the UP button to increase the setting.

  • Page 55: 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. ÁSee “Warning System” (page 149, 150) 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 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.): 1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000: 1/60.8–1/250 (SYNCHRO SCAN): SUPER V: Remaining tape length display...
  • 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. 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 gain and other warning displays.

  • 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: Ádisplay Mode And Setting Change

    Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Display Mode and Setting Change Message Messages informing of the contents of changed settings and adjustment results can be limited to part of the displayed items or not displayed for all items. The conditions under which messages are displayed and the corresponding display modes are shown in the table below.

  • Page 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: Displays

    Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays Remaining tape length DF SLAVE TCG HOLD WIDE 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 for every 3-minute reduction in the length.

  • Page 65: Átime Code-Related Displays

    Displays Time Code-Related Displays DF SLAVE TCG HOLD RF SERVO HUMID SLACK These lamps light to indicate the time code, CTL and real time displays. SLAVE: This lamp lights when the time code is locked to an external source. HOLD: WIDE: Time counter display: This displays the time code, CTL, user bit and real time.

  • 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 COLOR TEMP.
  • 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 changed 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. 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 Standard SYNCHRO SCAN SUPER V...

  • 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

    Example of connections for external locking Example 1: Locking the time code to an external signal Reference video signal Example 2: When a multiple number of AJ-SDC915 units are connected with one unit CAM OUT External Lock Operation Procedure Set the POWER switch to ON.

  • 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 WRITE PROTECT NO CARD ERROR Condition Countermeasure The write protect switch on Set the write protect switch...
  • 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. 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. 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 153) 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 Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the focus and zoom. When using the electronic shutter, set the shutter speed and operation mode. ÁSee “Setting the Electronic Shutter” (page 77) for a detailed description. Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens to start recording. The REC lamp inside the viewfinder lights during recording.

  • Page 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 (ASPECT)/PB/ RET”...

  • 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 (ASPECT)/PB/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

    Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menus) 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 menus) 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 D I S P L A Y I N D I C A T OR C AME R A...
  • Page 110 Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menus) 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 C A R D R E A D / WR I T E C A R D R / W S E L E C T...
  • Page 111 Setting Menu Screens (MAIN menus) 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 U S E R ME N U S E L 1 / 3 U S E R ME N U S E L 2 / 3 U S E R ME N U S E L 3 / 3...

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

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

  • 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 » MA T R I X B L E : µ 1 1 MA T R I X R∂G : µ...

  • 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 { » MA S T E R G A I N 0 d B H .

  • 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 { » MA S T E R G A I N 9 d B H .

  • 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 { » MA S T E R G A I N 1 8 d B H .
  • 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 » 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. ¢| S K I N T ON E D T L » S K I N T ON E D T L O F F S K I N T ON E...
  • 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. >O K N E E / L E V E L M . P E D S E T U P 7 .

  • 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 : 0 0 0 F L A R E : 0 0 0 F L A R E : 0 0 0...

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

    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 { CON D I T I ON : D I S P NORMA L D I S P...
  • Page 122 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| V F D I S P L A Y { CON D I T I ON : D I S P NORMA L D I S P MOD E S A F E T Y Z ON E C E N T E R MA R K OU T V F D T L...

  • 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. >O I N D I C A T OR E X T E N D E R S H U T T E R T A P E B A T T E R Y...

  • 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 1 / 6 0 . 8 ! LED screen The ON/OFF settings for the ! LED displays inside the viewfinder are performed on this screen.

  • 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. >O C AME R A SW MOD E S U P E R V F RM 1 F I L T E R I N H S HOC K L E S S AWB NORMA L...

  • 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. >O S U P E R G A I N † 3 0 d B 3 6 d B E: ON .
  • 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 H UM I D O P E O F F 2 6 P CON T RO L O F F R E C S T A R T...
  • Page 129 MAIN Menu Screen 2 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| V T R F U N C T I ON H UM I D O P E O F F 2 6 P CON T RO L O F F R E C S T A R T NORMA L T C MOD E MOD E...
  • 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 B A T T N E A R E N D...

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

    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. ¢| C A R D R E A 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. ¢| ( A S P E C T ) / P B / R E T { R E C R E C S I GN A L C AM...
  • 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 F RON T P OWE R F RON T M I C ∂ 4 0 d B R E A R M I C C H 1...
  • Page 135 MAIN Menu Screen 3 of 4 (SUB menus) ¢| M I C/A U D I O F RON T P OWE R F RON T M I C ∂ 4 0 d B ∂ 6 0 d B R E A R M I C C H 1 R E A R...
  • 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 G E N L OC K I N T H P H A S E CO A R S E H P H A S E...

  • Page 137: Lens Sel/Adj

    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 OU T S E L : V I D E O E N C C H A R A C T E R TIME/DATE screen The date and time are set on this screen.

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

    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 B L A C K...
  • 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 ¢ S / N O F F : O F F D E T A I L H∂...
  • 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 ¢ MOD U L A T I ON O F F : O F F D E T A I L H∂...
  • 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 ¢ R E S O L U T I ON O F F : O F F D E T A I L...
  • 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 ¢ S E N S I T I V I T Y O F F : O F F K N E E...

  • 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 R E A D F A C T OR Y D A T A WR I T E U S E R...

  • Page 147: Áremote Menu Screen

    REMOTE menu screen REMOTE FUNCTION screen This is the index page for opening the submenu screens. > † † † † R EMO T E † † † † D . ( R EMO T E ) ( R EMO T E ) ! L E D ( R EMO T E ) T A L L Y / R E T...
  • Page 148 REMOTE menu screen !LED (REMOTE) screen The display of the various !LED information items appearing inside the viewfinder in the remote control mode is set ON or OFF on this screen. >O ! L E D ( R EMO T E ) G A I N ( 0 d B ) O F F G A I N (...

  • Page 149: Warning System

    Warning System If trouble is detected immediately after the power is turned on or during operation, the display window (LCD), WARNING lamp, lamps inside the viewfinder, and warning tones from the speaker and earphone inform the operator of trouble. Display window (LCD) Warning Warning Item...
  • Page 150 Warning System Display window (LCD) Warning Warning Item display display status Flashes E TAPE TAPE END Flashes Flashes BATTERY E BATT Flashes No display display F1) During recording F2) During playback, fast forward or rewind F3) During recording, the REC and BATT lamps flash in alternation. When recording is paused (REC/PAUSE), the REC and BATT lamps flash together.

  • Page 151: 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 152: 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 153: 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 154: 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 155: Áinspecting The Iris And Zoom Functions

    Inspections Before Shooting Inspecting the Iris and Zoom Functions Set the zoom to electric zoom mode and check the electric zoom operation. Check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle. Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the manual zoom operation. Turn the man- ual zoom lever and check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle.
  • Page 156 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 157: Specifications

    Specifications General Power supply voltage: Power consumption: Operating temperature: Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Continuous operating time: Weight: Dimensions: Camera Section Pick-up devices: System: Picture elements: Spectral system: Built-in filters: Quantization: Digital signal processing: Horizontal drive frequency: Programmable gains: Super gain: Shutter speeds: Lens mount: Sensitivity:...

  • Page 158: Ávtr Section

    Specifications VTR Section VTR Video System Bands: S/N ratio: K factor (2T pulse): Y/C delay: VTR Audio System Sampling frequency: Quantization: Frequency response: Dynamic range: Distortion: Cross talk: Wow & flutter: Head room: Emphasis: VTR Tape Travel System Tape used: Tape speed: Recording/playback time: FF/REW time:...

  • Page 159: Related Components

    Specifications Related Components Power supply related BP-90 type battery pack AU-M402H battery case AJ-B75 AC adaptor Viewfinder AJ-VF10P, AJ-VF15P 1.5-inch viewfinders AJ-VF20WP 2.0-inch viewfinder 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 AJ-EC3 extension control unit Connecting cables ÁFor connecting external VTR to 26-pin interface...
  • Page 160 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 Southeast Region: 1225 Northbrook Parkway, Ste 1-160, Suwanee, GA 30024 (770) 338-6835 Central Region:...

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