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JVC KY-F550 Instructions Manual

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COLOR VIDEO CAMERA
KY-F550
This instruction manual is made from 100%
recycled paper.
Thank you for purchasing this JVC product.
Before operating this unit, please read the
instructions carefully to ensure the best
possible performance.
*Illustration with optional lens attachment.
INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is
located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain
this information for future reference.
Model No.
KY-F550U
Serial No.
LWT0158-001B

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  • Page 1 For Customer Use: recycled paper. Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the bottom of cabinet. Retain Thank you for purchasing this JVC product. this information for future reference. Before operating this unit, please read the Model No.
  • Page 2 Thank you for purchasing the JVC KY-F550 Color Video Camera. These instructions are for KY-F550U. SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR USA AND CANADA This symbol indicates type B equip- ment classified in accordance with IEC Publication. 60601-1 Safety of medical electrical equipment.
  • Page 3 AA-P700U AC Adaptor is designed to use for non Medical usage. Please use for appropriate AC Adaptor for your system. JVC Sales Office JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS COMPANY 1700 VALLEY ROAD, WAYNE, NJ 07470, U.S.A. TEL : (973)315-5000 JVC CANADA INC.
  • Page 4 1. Read all of these instructions. 2. Save these instructions for later use. 3. All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or aerosol cleaners.
  • Page 5 CAUTION INFORMATION (F0R CANADA) CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED BY RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA) JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT. This Class B digital apparatus complies with THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF THE FCC Canadian ICES-003.

  • Page 6: Table Of Contents

    Contents 1. Getting Started Features ............................... 6 Points to Note During Use ........................7 Part Names and Functions ........................8 Description of Terminals ........................12 2. Preparation Before Shooting Connecting Through Digital Output ....................14 Connecting Through Analog Output ....................16 Mounting the Lens ..........................
  • Page 7 5. Setting Via the Menu Screen Flow of Menu Screens ........................30 Setting Procedures ..........................32 “EXPOSURE” Screen ......................... 33 “ADVANCED EXPOSURE” Screen ....................35 “WHITE BALANCE” Screen ........................ 36 “PROCESS (1/2)” Screen ........................38 “PROCESS (2/2)” Screen ........................40 “SYSTEM”...

  • Page 8: Getting Started

    1. Getting Started Features ● High quality images can be obtained through high sensitivity of 2000 lx (F11) and high resolution of horizontal resolution at 800 lines via the newly developed 12-bit DSP. ● Miniature and Lightweight Camera that Employs C Mount Employment of C mount and 1/3-inch color separation optics, and compact design through high-density mounting of the newly developed IC.

  • Page 9: Points To Note During Use

    Points to Note During Use ● For important shootings, perform trials in advance to ensure that they are properly recorded. ● We will not compensate for contents lost due to the malfunction of this unit. Characteristic CCD Phenomena ● Smear and Blooming When shooting a bright light source, the CCD may induce white streaks (smear) in the vertical direction of the light source.

  • Page 10: Part Names And Functions

    1. Getting Started (continued) Part Names and Functions Front / Bottom Lens Mount Camera Mounting Screw Holes (1/ For mounting lens. Suitable for C mount lens 4-20UNC) meant for 3 CCDs. Use when mounting this unit to fixer or swivel ☞...
  • Page 11 Part Names and Functions (continued) Side 5 7 6 5 / BARS 1 2 3 4 MENU ∞ / AW [MENU] Menu Button [5/BARS] Up/Color Bars Button Press this button for 1-2 seconds. Menu screen [∞/AW] Down/Auto White button will be output from the various output terminals. Press the button for 1-2 seconds again to clear When menu screen is displayed the menu screen.
  • Page 12 1. Getting Started (continued) Part Names and Functions (continued) 5 / BARS 1 2 3 4 1 2 3 4 MENU Down: ∞/ AW ● Switch 3 <SYNC ON GREEN> Function Setting Switch [ON] : Sync signal will be superimposed Use for setting the functions of this unit.
  • Page 13 Part Names and Functions (continued) Back [POWER] Power Indicator Light Lights up when power is supplied to this unit. [DC IN] Power Input Terminal RGB, Y/C, SYNC OUT (Mini DIN 8 Pin, Female) Power of this unit (DC 12 V) is supplied through LENS VIDEO OUT this terminal.

  • Page 14: Description Of Terminals

    Signal LENS TYPE WEN Output IRIS CONTROL + 12 V Output Notes ● Please consult your JVC-authorized dealer on SERVO SEL connection of trigger terminal. ZOOM CONTROL ● Ensure to use cables that are shielded. FOCUS CONTROL Suitable Plug: Mini DIN 5 PIN...
  • Page 15 Description of Terminals (continued) Notes Analog Output Terminal (D-sub 9 PIN, ● Cannot be connected to computer monitor. Female) ● Use the function setting switches located at the side of this unit to select between RGB or Y/C output. Pin No. RGB Output Pin No.

  • Page 16: Preparation Before Shooting

    With the exclusive software provided, it is possible to select the various camera settings and operate the camera for shooting. For details, please consult your JVC-authorized dealer. Please refer to the software’s HELP menu for details on how it could be used.
  • Page 17 (Using the exclusive software with other graphic cards and under PC environment other than above- mentioned might cause a drop in the display performance of the preview window or error might occur.) For latest information, please check the following homepage. http: //www.jvc-victor.co.jp/english/pro/prodv/download/index.html For details, please consult your JVC-authorized dealer.

  • Page 18: Connecting Through Analog Output

    2. Preparation Before Shooting (continued) Connecting Through Analog Output Images taken by this unit can be output to monitor, color video printer or other devices. ‘Connecting the AA-P700 Power Supply’ (Page 18) AC ADAPTER AA-P700 AC ADAPTER AA-P700 BNC CABLE POWER POWER AC IN...

  • Page 19: Mounting The Lens

    Mounting the Lens Follow the procedures below when mounting the auto iris lens. Refer to the ‘instruction manual’ for the lens as well. Align and press the threaded portion of the lens mount against the threaded portion of this unit’s Lock Camera Head lens mount and turn the mount fastening ring...

  • Page 20: Connecting The Power Supply

    2. Preparation Before Shooting (continued) Connecting the Power Supply Connect the [DC IN] terminal at the back of this unit to the [TO CAMERA] terminal of the AC adaptor (AA- P700) using the power cable supplied (2 m). RGB, Y/C, SYNC OUT AA-P700 AC Adapter DC 12V=OUTPUT...

  • Page 21: Mounting The Camera

    Mounting the Camera <Procedures for mounting camera mounting bracket> Use the supplied camera mounting bracket and 2 fastening screws of the camera mounting bracket to mount it to the top or bottom surface. Caution Make sure to use screws that are supplied with this unit.

  • Page 22: Precautions To Prevent Camera From Falling

    2. Preparation Before Shooting (continued) Precautions to Prevent Camera From Falling Safety cable to Prevent Falling of Equipment 4 mm 1-1.5 mm Camera Head Caution ● Special attention is required when mounting to the wall or ceiling. Get a contractor to perform the work and avoid doing it on your own.

  • Page 23: Setting And Adjustment During Shooting

    3. Setting and Adjustment During Shooting External Monitor Adjustment Display the built-in color bars signal at the camera on the monitor to perform color/contrast/brightness adjustment. Connect the color video monitor to the [VIDEO OUT] of this unit. 2. 9. [BARS] Make sure that the Switch 4 located at the side of this unit is set to [OFF] (lower side).

  • Page 24: White Balance Adjustment

    3. Setting and Adjustment During Shooting (continued) White Balance Adjustment Color of light (color temperature) may vary with light sources. When light source for illumination of object is changed, adjust white balance (AUTO WHITE) again. Do not place strong reflectors such as metals near the object.
  • Page 25 White Balance Adjustment (continued) Error Display When auto white adjustment is not correctly ended, the following message will be displayed for about 3 seconds. O WH ITE 1 G : OB J E CT ● “NG : OBJECT” (Object Error) Displayed when there is little white color in the object or when color temperature is not appropriate.

  • Page 26: White Shading Adjustment

    3. Setting and Adjustment During Shooting (continued) White Shading Adjustment There are cases when white balance is achieved for the center of the screen but not for the upper and lower ends, hence causing other colors to appear with green or magenta. This is brought about by the lens characteristics.
  • Page 27 White Shading Adjustment (continued) Press the [AW] (Auto White) button for 1-2 seconds. ● When auto shading is activated, “AUTO SHADING OPERATION” is displayed on the monitor. ● When auto shading adjustment is achieved, “AUTO SHADING OPERATION SHADING OK” will be displayed for about 3 seconds before returning to the normal screen.

  • Page 28: Various Modes Of Shooting

    4. Various Modes of Shooting Shooting the Computer Monitor When shooting images of computer monitors or displays, horizontal bands will appear on the screen. To eliminate the bands, it will be necessary to align the shutter speed with the scanning frequency of the monitor.

  • Page 29: Output Of Negative Image

    Output of Negative Image It is possible to convert video signals from the various output terminals of this unit into negative images. [MENU] [SET] Make sure that the Switch 4 located at the side of this unit is set to [OFF] (lower side). Press the [MENU] button for 1-2 seconds.

  • Page 30: White Spot Correction

    4. Various Modes of Shooting (continued) White Spot Correction As a peculiar common characteristic of CCD, white spots may appear on the screen when it is operated under high temperature or when shutter speed is prolonged during use. This unit comes with a white spot correction feature to reduce this phenomenon. How To Use Detection of White Spots The quantity and size of white spots differ with the temperature and shutter speed during use.
  • Page 31 In such case, perform the detection again until white spots are detected. Consult your JVC authorized dealer if white spots cannot be corrected. Quantity of Detection/Correction: 32 or less...

  • Page 32: Setting Via The Menu Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen Flow of Menu Screens The menu screen is made up of multiple layers of menu screens as illustrated in the diagram below. Select the menu screen for setting at the MAIN MENU screen according to function and usage, and perform setting accordingly.
  • Page 33 Flow of Menu Screens (continued) ● At any displayed screen, normal screen will be restored if [MENU] button is pressed for 1-2 sec- onds. ● When the remote control is connected, items that ☞ Page 35 - - - - - - ADVANCED EXPOSURE can be operated via the remote control will be dis-...

  • Page 34: Setting Procedures

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) Setting Procedures The various functions of this unit can be set using the menu screen. Settings will be stored in the memory of this unit and will remain recorded when the power is turned off. [MENU] [SET] Set the Switch 4 located at the side of this unit to [OFF] (lower...

  • Page 35: Exposure" Screen

    “EXPOSURE” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “IRIS MODE” Switch according to the lens in use. “AUTO” : When using auto iris lens. “MANUAL” : When using manual iris lens. “MANUAL For setting the iris level when “IRIS MODE” is set to “MANUAL”. (Set the iris mode LEVEL”...
  • Page 36 5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “EXPOSURE” Screen (continued) Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “EEI” : Adjusts shutter speed automatically according to brightness “SHUTTER” of object. (Maximum value: 1/960) Set the maximum value at the “EEI LIMIT” item. ☞ Page 35 “SLOW”...

  • Page 37: Advanced Exposure" Screen

    “ADVANCED EXPOSURE” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “ALC LIMIT” For setting the maximum “ALC” value that triggers automatic switching of gain boost level according to the brightness. {Variable Values : +9, +12, +15, +18 dB} “EEI LIMIT”...

  • Page 38: White Balance" Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “WHITE BALANCE” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Function/Variable Values Item For setting the white balance mode. “WHITE “AUTO 1” : Set to this to enable automatic adjustment of white balance. BALANCE” “AUTO 2”...
  • Page 39 “WHITE BALANCE” Screen (continued) Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “SHADING” For setting whether to perform white shading adjustment. “PRESET” : Sets to factory adjustment value. Adjustment is disabled. “MANUAL” : Performs white shading adjustment manually. “AUTO” : Performs white shading adjustment automatically.

  • Page 40: Process (1/2)" Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “PROCESS (1/2)” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values For adjusting the pedestal level (master black), which is based on the black color “MASTER BLACK” when the lens cap is being put on. To view the black portion, increase the pedes- tal level to brighten the entire screen.
  • Page 41 “PROCESS (1/2)” Screen (continued) Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “WHITE CLIP” For setting a white clipping point for video signals of a high luminance level. “108%” : Enable white clipping at point where luminance level is 108%. “100%”...

  • Page 42: Process (2/2)" Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “PROCESS (2/2)” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “COLOR For setting color matrix. MATRIX” “OFF” : Disabled. “STANDARD” : Sets to standard color matrix. “MANUAL” : Sets color matrix to the manual adjustment mode. “ADJUST..”...

  • Page 43: System" Screen

    “DV SYSTEM” For setting the software to be used for remote-controlling this unit via the [DV] terminal. “JVC” : When using the exclusive software of this unit. “OTHERS” : When using software other than the exclusive software. (Setting of ‘9 Function Setting Switch’ on the side of this unit is necessary ☞...

  • Page 44: Matrix Adjust" Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “MATRIX ADJUST” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “R GAIN” For manually adjusting the shading of the R axis of the color matrix (red and cyan). Increase value : Enhances red and cyan. Decrease value : Reduces red and cyan.

  • Page 45: Capture" Screen

    “CAPTURE” Screen Settings in bold are factory settings Item Function/Variable Values “MODE” For capturing images into the memory and output still images (frozen images) through the various output terminals located at the back of this unit. This function is for setting the freeze timing. “FREEZE”...

  • Page 46: File Manage" Screen

    5. Setting Via the Menu Screen (continued) “FILE MANAGE” Screen The following can be performed on the “FILE MANAGE” screen. ● Saving menu settings in 3 types of files (A, B and C). ● Retrieving stored files (A, B and C). ●...
  • Page 47 “FILE MANAGE” Screen (continued) Retrieve file 1. 2. Blinking Use the [5/∞] buttons to select “LOAD FILE”, then press the [SET] button. - - - F I LE MANAGE - - - The set value displayed will start to blink. LOAD F I LE LOAD CANCE L...

  • Page 48: Others

    6. Others Connecting the Remote Control Unit Menu function of the camera can be set using the remote control unit (RM-LP55 AND RM-LP57). (Please refer to the instruction manual of the remote control unit for details on remote control operations. ) RM-LP55 Use the [FUNC2 §/∫] buttons to set the camera type setting no.
  • Page 49 Connecting the Remote Control Unit (continued) List of Remote Control Unit Functions Function This unit Operation From RM-LP55 Operation From RM-LP57 MODE CAM, BARS BARS, CAM, NEGA NEGA CONTOUR ON (LEVEL), OFF ON (LEVEL), OFF GAMMA MASTER BLACK LEVEL IRIS AUTO (LEVEL), MANU AUTO (LEVEL), MANU IRIS DETECT...

  • Page 50: Connecting The Ieee 1394 Cable

    6. Others (continued) Connecting the IEEE 1394 Cable ● Attach the supplied clamp filter as shown in the diagram on the left to reduce unwanted electro- magnetic emission. ● Attach the clamp filter as shown in the diagram on the left to this unit as near as possible. ●...

  • Page 51: Technical Information

    Technical Information Slow Shutter Function To brighten the images taken in dark places etc. This function is not achieved through the method of increasing gain electronically. It is accomplished by accumulating charges stored in the CCD imaging device. In addition, by lengthening the duration for accumulating charges, more charges could be stored in the CCD and hence allowing high sensitivity images to be taken under low lighting condition.

  • Page 52: Specifications

    6. Others (continued) Specifications Image Pickup Device : 1/3" IT CCD x 3 Scan Mode : Interlace Effective Pixel Numbers : 380,000 Pixels (768 (H) x 494 (V)) Lens Mount : 1/3" C Mount Color Separation System : F1.4 3-color Separation Prism Aspect Ratio : 4:3 Horizontal Resolution...
  • Page 53 Specifications (continued) SYNC ON G : During RGB output, whether to superimpose SYNC on the G signal is selectable. DSUB Output : RGB, Y/C (Selectable by switch) White Balance : AUTO1, AUTO2, FAW, MANUAL, PRESET Compliance Range: 2300 K - 10000 K DV Terminal : IEEE1394 6 Pin Connector (Cable with lock feature can be used) Temperature Range During Use : –5 ˚C - 40 ˚C (Humidity of 80 % or lower)
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  • Page 56 ® is a registered trademark owned by Victor Company of Japan, Limited. ® is a registered trademark in Japan, the U.S.A., the U.K. and many other countries. Printed in Japan © 2004 Victor Company of Japan, Limited LWT0158-001B...

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