Black Balance Adjustment - Sony 500WSPL Operating Instructions Manual

Black Balance Adjustment

Correct adjustment of the black balance is important
for optimum operation of a camcorder. It is necessary
when using the camcorder for the first time or after a
significant period out of use, and also when there has
been a sudden change in temperature.
The adjustment value is saved in memory, and
readjustment is not normally necessary after powering
the camcorder off or simply when lighting conditions
change.
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1
Turn on the power and check that the OUTPUT/
DL/DCC+ switch is in one of the CAM positions.
2
Push the WHT/BLK switch in the BLK direction
and release.
The lens iris closes, and black balance adjustment
is carried out.
During the adjustment the legend "AUTO BLACK
-OP-" appears in the viewfinder.
AUTO BLACK
-OP-
After a few seconds the adjustment is complete,
and the legend in the viewfinder changes to
"AUTO BLACK -OK-".
If black balance adjustment cannot be
completed automatically
The warning message "AUTO BLACK -NG-" appears
in the viewfinder.
Make the necessary corrections, then carry out the
process again.
Warning messages for black balance adjustment
Message
AUTO BLACK
-NG-
: IRIS
NOT CLOSED
TRY AGAIN
AUTO BLACK
-NG-
:
TRY AGAIN
BARS
1
Meaning and corrections to be made
The lens iris did not close fully.
Check whether the lens cable is
connected properly, and whether there is
a fault in the lens. If a second attempt to
carry out the adjustment fails, consult
your Sony dealer.
The iris opened during adjustment or
there is a hardware error.
Close the iris and try again. If this fails,
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consult your Sony dealer.
The camcorder is outputting a color bar
signal.
Move the OUTPUT/DL/DCC+ switch to
one of the CAM positions.
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