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Panasonic AW-E560 Operating Instructions Manual

Panasonic AW-E560 Operating Instructions Manual

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  • Page 1 Color Video Camera AW-E560 (Lens : Purchased locally) Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely.
  • Page 2 You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your purchase to aid identification in the event of theft. Model No. AW-E560 Serial No. For U.S.A For CANADA...

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    CONTENTS PREFACE ... 2 FEATURES ... 2 SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION ... 3 PRECAUTIONS ... 4 MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS ... 6 LENS MOUNTING ... 11 FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT ... 12 IRIS GAIN CONTROL IN A LENS ... 12 CONNECTIONS ...

  • Page 4: Preface

    PREFACE The Panasonic AW-E560 is a digital signal processing color video camera that incorporates three 1/2” CCDs. A digital video signal processing system is packed in a com- pact, lightweight body while assuring high picture quality, high reliability and high performance.

  • Page 5: Special Notes On Operation

    13. A digital highlight compression circuit reproduces nat- ural dynamic ranges. 14. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color images. 15. The optimum operation mode for each of your specific applications can be selected. 16. The scene file automatically sets up the most appro- priate shooting conditions.

  • Page 6: Precautions

    PRECAUTIONS DONT'S • Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other units. In order to prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. • Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking, etc.
  • Page 7 • Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no matter whether it is turned on or not. • Do not expose the camera or Remote Control Unit (RCU) to rain or moisture, and do not try to operate the equipment in wet areas.

  • Page 8: Major Operating Controls And Their Functions

    MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS <Top View> <Bottom View> <Front View>...
  • Page 9 ITEM DOWN PAGE IRIS (AWC) (ABC) (BAR) G/L IN VIDEO OUT ZOOM/FOCUS VBS/HD 75 ¶ VIDEO/RGB REMOTE CONTROL CAUTION CONNECT TO SPECIFIED CLASS 2 POWER SUPPLY EXT DC IN ONLY SEE MANUAL SEE MANUAL 1. Lens Mount 1/2" standard bayonet type lens or a microscope adaptor can be mounted.
  • Page 10 7. Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT) A composite video signal is provided at this connec- tor. 8. Iris Connector (IRIS) Input terminal for lens with an iris control function. Some lenses may require an optional lens extension cable for connection. Pin No.
  • Page 11 10. Remote Connector (REMOTE) Input terminal dedicated to control signals from the optional Remote Control Box (WV-CB700A) and the Remote Control Unit (WV-RC700A). * WV-CB700A is connected through the optional con- version cable (WV-CA20T10). * WV-RC700A is connected through the optional con- version cable (WV-CA26T20).
  • Page 12 13. Video/RGB Output Connector (VIDEO/RGB) Composite/Y signal, RGB/Y-C/component signal and synchronizing signal are output from this connector. * Refer to Page 41 for signal selection. The optional cable WV-CA9T5 or WV-CA9T9 must be used for connection to this connector. Pin No. Signal Pin No.

  • Page 13: Lens Mounting

    15. G/L Signal 75-ohm ON/OFF Switch (75Ω ON/OFF) A terminating switch for G/L signals at Items 16 and 16. G/L VBS/HD Input Connector (G/L IN - VBS/HD) Signals synchronized with the reference signal are to be supplied to this connector when the camera is to be synchronized with the reference signal.

  • Page 14: Flange Back Adjustment

    FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT 1. Fully open the iris by shooting a dark object. (Iris selection switch should be set to M.) 2. Loosen the flange back lock knob. 3. Aim the camera at any object over 2 meters away from the camera.

  • Page 15: Connections

    CONNECTIONS Caution : The connection and installation should be done by qualified service personnel or system installers. Refer any servicing to qualified service personnel. CONNECTION OF DEVICE WITH A COMPOSITE INPUT CONNECTOR • Connection to any device which has a composite input connec- tor, such as a video monitor or a VCR, must be made through the VIDEO OUT Connector.
  • Page 16 How to assemble the power cable: The power cable is to be assembled with the connector provided with the camera. <Connector pin layout> <Wire view> 1. Prepare the wire. AWG24 or larger 2. Fix with a screw if necessary. Put the casing and the rubber bushing on after solder- ing wires to the connector.
  • Page 17 CONNECTION OF DEVICE WITH AN RGB MONITOR OR AN IMAGE PROCESSOR Input signals to an RGB monitor or image processor must be supplied from the VIDEO/RGB connector through the optional D Sub/BNC cable WV-CA9T5 or D Sub/D Sub cable WV-CA9T9. WV-CA9T5 Cable Information Wire's Output...
  • Page 18 CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROLLER (RCU AND A STUDIO CABLE) Connection to the RCU (WV-RC700A) is made through the optional conversion cable WV-CA26T20 and a studio cable. 1. Turn RCU power off before connecting cables. 2. Set the cable selection switch of the RCU to MULTI. 3.
  • Page 19 CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROLLER (RCU AND A COAXIAL MULTIPLEX SYSTEM) The optional multiplex adaptor WV-PS550 is used for connection of a coaxial multiplex system. 1. Turn RCU power off before connecting cables. 2. Connect the optional multiplex adaptor WV-PS550 to the control connector of the camera through the stan- dard accessory cable supplied with the WV-PS550.
  • Page 20 CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROL BOX (RCB) The RCB (WV-CB700A) and the camera must be connect- ed with the optional conversion cable WV-CA20T10. 1. Turn RCB power off before connecting cables. 2. Connect the 20 pin connector of the conversion cable to REMOTE connector of the camera.
  • Page 21 CONNECTION WITH MULTIPLE CAMERAS An example of connection for VBS/BB input (Color lock mode). • A special effect generator is used as the source of refer- ence signals. • Supply a synchronizing signal (VBS/BB) to the GEN-LOCK Connectors of both the RCU and the camera. WV-PS550 Selectable WV-PS550...
  • Page 22 The software required for this operation should be obtained locally. Please contact qualified service personnel for this software. PC Mode System 1-1 PAGE ITEM DOWN IRIS (AWC) (ABC) (BAR) AW-E560 G/L IN VIDEO OUT ZOOM/FOCUS VBS/HD 75 ¶ VIDEO/RGB REMOTE CONTROL CAUTION...
  • Page 23 (PSF 1/2M, maximum total length 300 m) • Use Model AW-E560 for camera. In case of using a pan/tilt head, the receiver WV-RC100 and the pan/tilt head control cable are necessary. Be sure to use a pan/tilt head of contact type (WV-7230D or WV-7225, for example).
  • Page 24 WV-CA12T12 IRIS CONTROL ZOOM/FOCUS CONTROL AW-E560 1/2" Zoom Lens PAN/TILT CONTROL PAN/TILT CONTROL Pan/tilt Contact Closure Type Pan/tilt Control Cable Signal Generator DC12V Coaxial Cable G/L VIDEO CAMERA VIDEO CONTROL SIGNAL Pan/Tilt Control Cable CA28T103 Receiver WV-RC100 -22- Color Monitor...
  • Page 25 CA28T103 CONNECTION PROCEDURE • Connecting Receiver and Control Cable CA28T103 • The control cable CA28T103 is provided with a circuit board and spacers. • Assemble the circuit board and spacer with the receiver WV-RC100 (WV-RC150), and connect the control cable to that circuit board.
  • Page 26 (3) Disconnect the connector from connector CN4 on the process circuit board, and connect it to connector CN2 on the circuit board mounted. (Cut off or remove the wire band.) (4) Connect the lead from the circuit board to the ALARM DC COM terminal.

  • Page 27: Adjustment

    ADJUSTMENT Color temperature and adjustment of white balance When carbon is burnt, it develops various colors of light depending on the temperature. Natural light can be spec- ified by color temperature referring to the color developed when carbon is burnt. The light of 3,200K (K=Kelvin, -273C equals to absolute zero temperature 0K) represents the same value (color) as what develops when carbon is burnt at 3,200K (2,927C).
  • Page 28 AUTOMATIC WHITE BALANCE CONTROL (AWC) There are two white balance memories, “AWC A” or “AWC B” for two different light sources color temperatures, with the white balance setting. Then, when the two different light sources are encountered, you may properly operate the camera by simply change the white balance mode to either AWC A (A CH) or AWC B (B CH).
  • Page 29 NOTES: • For white balance setting aim the camera at a white object and try to position it in the center of the monitor screen. The object must appear in over 10% of the total monitor screen area. Try to avoid overly bright object in the scene.
  • Page 30 RESET TO 3200K OR 5600K WHITE BALANCE When the white balance setting is set to either “P SET 3.2K” or “P SET 5.6K” the white balance will be automati- cally set to the color temperature 3,200K or 5,600K respectively. BLACK BALANCE ADJUSTMENT [ADJUSTMENT by CAMERA] Press the ABC (UP) Switch for over 1 second and the black balances for 0dB, 9dB and 18dB will be automatical-...
  • Page 31 GEN-LOCK ADJUSTMENT Phase adjustments must be performed with the camera or the RCU (RCB) when external synchronizing signals are supplied to the system in cases where multiple cameras are used or peripheral devices are connected. PAGE ITEM SC PHASE COARSE USER SET H.PHASE Horizontal phase...
  • Page 32 COLOR PHASE ADJUSTMENT Supply the output signal (split color bar) from the color special effect generator to a color monitor or vectorscope. Adjust the color phase of the camera with either the cam- era controls or the RCU (RCB) control. Color bar of camera Color bar of special...

  • Page 33: Operation Mode Setting

    OPERATION MODE SETTING • Operation Mode Setting The camera has three memories, including the setup mem- ory, initial set memory and scene file memory, and various functions for four operation modes, are preset in the facto- Functions can be set as best suited to each operation mode.
  • Page 34 4. The camera is now in scene file set mode and as shown on the right figure on the top appear on the monitor screen. 5. One of the scene files appears blinking and changes each time the item switch is pressed. 6.

  • Page 35: Menu Item Setting

    MENU ITEM SETTING Setup Item Setting Setup Memory The AW-E560 has a setup menu memory, which stores data on the states of the individual functions of the camera preset before shipment from the factory. Camera operating conditions can be set using the setup function.
  • Page 36 1 Gain Up Control Setting [GAIN: AGC LOW, AGC HIGH, 0DB, 9DB, 18DB] When the mode is set to AGC LOW or AGC HIGH, the AGC with a maximum gain increase of about 9 dB/18 dB operates to control gain up and automatically reg- ulate the amount of light.
  • Page 37 When the mode is set to ELC, the electronic shutter may not function if the iris is set to AUTO in the SETUP menu and the lens iris switch to M (manual). Make sure that the camera and lens settings are the same. If ELC is selected, flicker may increase under fluores- cent lights.

  • Page 38: Initial Set Menu Setting

    INITIAL SET MENU SETTING Initial Set Memory The AW-E560 has an initial set memory, which stores data on the states of the individual functions of the camera pre- set before shipment from the factory. Camera operating conditions can be set using the initial set function.
  • Page 39 Initial Set State (1) Display the SETUP menu by pressing the page button. (2) Move the cursor to INIT and press the page switch. The camera is initialized and the INITIAL set menu is displayed on the monitor. Setup operation can be per- formed at the camera head or RCU (RCB).
  • Page 40 <Camera Alone> NO.3 ** INITIAL ** SYNCHRO-SCAN 253/525 FLD/FRM FIELD GAMMA 2D LPF COLOR BAR NO.4 ** INITIAL ** H PHASE +...I...- SC COARSE 0° SC FINE +...I...- NO.5 ** INITIAL ** OUTPUT SEL1 R/G/B OUTPUT SEL2 SYNC SEL 0.3V CAMERA ID TIME DATE <RCU (RCB)>...
  • Page 41 7 Red gain adjustment [R GAIN] 8 Blue gain adjustment [B GAIN] When the white balance setting is set to MANU, white balance can be adjusted by red/blue gain control. Fine adjustment of white balance can also be made after AWC by red/blue gain control when the white balance setting is set to A CH or B CH and the paint- ing mode is ON.
  • Page 42 !5 Detecting Ratio Adjustment [PEAK/AVG] The ratio of AUTO IRIS/AGC/ELC detected peak to average can be adjusted in a range of 9 steps. !6 AUTO IRIS Level Fine Adjustment Setting [AUTO IRIS: ADJ ON/ADJ OFF] When the mode is set to ADJ ON, fine adjustment of ALC/ AGC/ELC convergence level can be made with the iris VR control on the RCU (RCB) if the camera is used with an RCU (RCB) and the iris mode is set to...
  • Page 43 @5 Output Signal Setting 1 [OUTPUT SEL1: R/G/B, Y/C, Y/PR/PB] Output signals from the VIDEO/RGB connector or REMOTE connector on the back of the camera can be selected. @6 Output Signal Setting 2 [OUTPUT SEL2: Y/C, COMPOSITE] Output signals from the VIDEO/RGB connector on the back of the camera can be selected.
  • Page 44 SETUP/INITIAL Set Memory Reset The AW-E560 has a reset function, which restores the orig- inal settings if the wrong data is set in SETUP or INITIAL SET. (1) Switch camera power off, and switch it back on. (2) Complete the operation mode/scene file setting and press the page switch.

  • Page 45: User Setup Menu Setting

    USER SETUP MENU SETTING Scene File Memory The AW-E560 has five scene file memories, of which three are preset before shipment from the factory. When the scene file menu mode is set to [1], [2], or [3], the camera operates under the preset conditions.
  • Page 46 <Camera Alone> NO.2 USER A * 0DB CURR NEW *DTL BAND *NOISE SUP *LEVEL DEP *CHROMA DTL DARK DTL NO.3 USER A * 0DB (-25- 25) CURR NEW MATRIX(R-G) (R-B) (G-R) (G-B) (B-R) (B-G) FLARE RED GREEN BLUE <Camera with RCU (RCB)> NO.2 USER A CURR NEW...
  • Page 47 #0 Gamma Compensation Level Setting [GAMMA (NOR): .35 to .55] [GAMMA (SHT): .35 to .55] Gamma correction level can be set. [GAMMA (NOR)] can be set when the electronic shut- ter is OFF (normal state), or [GAMMA (SHT)] when it is #1 Knee Compensation Level Setting [KNEE POINT: 88% to 98%] The level of video signals subject to knee correction...
  • Page 48 Note: Dark detail setting is invalid unless level dependent correction level [LEVEL DEP] is set to 0. #9 Matrix Compensation Level Setting [MATRIX (R-G): -25% to 25%] [MATRIX (R-B): -25% to 25%] [MATRIX (G-R): -25% to 25%] [MATRIX (G-B): -25% to 25%] [MATRIX (B-R): -25% to 25%] [MATRIX (B-G): -25% to 25%] Matrix compensation level can be adjusted.
  • Page 49 SETUP menu, and use the Up or Down switch. (This applies in cases where the camera is used alone.) User Set Memory Reset The AW-E560 has a reset function, which restores the orig- inal settings if wrong data is entered in USER SET A or USER SET B setting.

  • Page 50: Camera Installation

    (4) Unless NO is selected by pressing the Down (DOWN/BAR) switch within about 10 seconds after the screen shown in Step (2) above appears, or unless the Up (UP/ABC) switch or the Down (DOWN/BAR) switch is pressed in 10 seconds or more after the screen shown in Step (2) appears, the reset operation is suspended as indicated by the screen at right, and the operation returns to normal state.

  • Page 51: Camera Id Setting

    CAMERA ID SETTING Camera ID The AW-E560 has a camera ID function, which enables you to mix the set characters with video output. The maximum number of characters that can be set is 16. Camera ID and display position are the same in all modes.
  • Page 52 ().,'":;&#!?= +-*/%$ Command SPACE POSI RET END RESET Set characters AW-E560... (". " indicates a space.) Cursor (blinking) indicates next character position. Camera ID Setting (1) Display the page No.5 of the INITIAL SET menu. (2) Move the cursor to CAMERA ID, and press the page switch for more than 2 seconds to display the camera ID setting mode.
  • Page 53 RCU (RCB). Note: Unless a camera ID has been set, camera ID dis- play position will not be ready for setting. Camera ID Position Set Screen Camera ID display AW-E560 (blinking) 02-23-93 Time/date display 18:40 Camera ID cannot be positioned to overlap time/date.

  • Page 54: Time Date Setting

    TIME/DATE SETTING Time/Date Setting The AW-E560 has a time/date function, which enables you to mix year/month/day/hours/minutes with video output. Time/date display position is the same in all modes. Time/Date Set Screen <Camera Alone> ** TIME DATE ** ITEM ...SHIFT ...SET...
  • Page 55 Time/date display position is ready to be set, and its screen appears on the monitor. Time/date display position can be set at the camera head or RCU (RCB). Time/Date Display Position Set Screen AW-E560 02-23-93 18:40 How to Set (1) Move the set time/date display position using the item switch, Up switch, or Down switch.

  • Page 56: Range Of Setup/Initial Set And Their Initial Value

    RANGE OF SETUP/INITIAL SET AND THEIR INITIAL VALUES PURPOSE ITEM GAIN IRIS SHUTTER SETUP MENU WHITE BAL DTL LEVEL SCENE FILE R GAIN B GAIN T PED INITIAL SET PAGE 1 R PED B PED PAINTING LEVEL INITIAL SET AREA PAGE 2 PEAK/AVG AUTO IRIS...

  • Page 57: Range Of Scene File/User Set And Their Initial Value

    RANGE OF SCENE FILE/USER SET AND THEIR INITIAL VALUES SCENE/USER FILE AND THEIR INITIAL VALUE (MODE1 : ) ITEM SCENE 1 18dB GAMMA (NOR) 0.40 0.45 GAMMA (SHT) 0.40 0.45 KNEE POINT WHITE CLIP H DTL LEVEL H V DTL LEVEL H H DTL LEVEL L V DTL LEVEL L DTL BAND...
  • Page 58 SCENE/USER FILE AND THEIR INITIAL VALUE (MODE2 : ) ITEM SCENE 1 18dB GAMMA (NOR) 0.45 0.55 GAMMA (SHT) 0.45 0.55 KNEE POINT WHITE CLIP H DTL LEVEL H V DTL LEVEL H H DTL LEVEL L V DTL LEVEL L DTL BAND NOISE SUP LEVEL DEP...
  • Page 59 Note: The value for FLARE R, G and B are not indicated in this table. The value is differ from camera by camera. SCENE 2 SCENE 3 18dB 18dB Output for Output for Panasonic Monitor Another monitor -57- USER A USER B 18dB 18dB...
  • Page 60 SCENE/USER FILE AND THEIR INITIAL VALUE (MODE4 : ) ITEM SCENE 1 18dB GAMMA (NOR) 0.45 0.55 GAMMA (SHT) 0.45 0.55 KNEE POINT WHITE CLIP H DTL LEVEL H V DTL LEVEL H H DTL LEVEL L V DTL LEVEL L DTL BAND NOISE SUP LEVEL DEP...

  • Page 61: Specifications

    SPECIFICATIONS Pickup element 1/2" interline, supersensitive CCD Pixels 768 (H) x 494 (V) pixels Scanning 2:1 interlace System NTSC Scanning frequency 15.734 kHz (horizontal), 59.94 Hz (vertical) Lens mount 1/2" standard bayonet mount Synchronizing Internal or external External sync input VBS, BB, HD, VD Sensitivity 2000 lux, F9.5, 3200 K...

  • Page 62: Standard Accessories

    Source voltage 12 V DC Power consumption 12.0 W Operating temperature 14°F to +113°F ( 10°C to +45°C) Storage temperature 4°F to +140°F ( 20°C to +60°C) Dimensions 3-3/16" (W) x 3-3/8" (H) x 6-5/8" (D) [81 (W) x 86 (H) x 169 (D) mm] Weight 2.64 lbs.
  • Page 63 Broadcast & Television Systems Company Division of Matsushita Electric Corporation of America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way 3F-5, Secaucus, NJ 07094 Regional Offices: EASTERN ZONE: 50 Meadowlands Parkway, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7620 CENTRAL ZONE: 1707 North Randall Road, Elgin, IL 60123 (847) 468-5200...

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