Preparing the Camera
Preparing the Camera
This section outlines the basic preparations for the camera.
Adjusting the Black Balance
The first time you use the camera or if there is a noticeable change in the blacks of the video signal
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(such as when ambient temperature changes considerably), you can have the camera adjust the black
balance automatically.
1 Set the Q switch to OFF and prepare the camera.
• When using a compatible CINE-SERVO lens (A 71):
Attach the CINE-SERVO lens (A 23).
When using other lenses: Remove the lens if one is
attached to the camera, and attach the body cap to the
lens mount.
2 Set the Q switch to ON.
3 Press the ABB button.
• Alternatively, you can use the [Camera Setup] > [ABB]
setting.
4 Select [OK] and then press SET.
• The automatic black balance procedure will start. It will take approximately 40 seconds when the
frame rate is set to 23.98P.
5 When the message [Process completed successfully.] appears, press SET.
• If the sensor is not completely shielded from light, [ABB error] will appear on the screen. Press
SET and repeat the procedure from the beginning.
NOTES
• Adjusting the black balance is necessary in the following cases:
- After a long period of not using the camera.
- After sudden or extreme changes in ambient temperature.
- After resetting the camera's settings using either option in the [Other Functions] > [Reset]
setting.
• During the adjustment of the black balance, you may notice some irregular displays appear on the
screen. This is not a malfunction.
• After adjusting the black balance with a CINE-SERVO lens attached to the camera, you will need to
readjust the aperture.