4. Take measures to avoid sudden changes in temperature where the lens is used, which may prevent operation temporarily if condensation forms in the lens. 5. Before use in particular environments, such as places where chemical products are used, contact your Canon sales representative or dealer.
4. For further information on repairs, maintenance, or adjustments not mentioned in this operation manual, contact your Canon sales representative or dealer. 5. Note that Canon may be unable to undertake servicing or repair of a product if it is modified without consulting Canon or your Canon sales representative.
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FOREWORD Thank you for purchasing the Canon BCTV zoom lens. This product comes with the following documents for the models below: • Operation Manual "Before Using The Product" (Included with the product) • Operation Manual "Regulations" (Included with the product)...
TABLE OF CONTENTS 1 PRODUCT LIST 2 NOMENCLATURE 3-1. MOUNTING THE SUPPORTER, CAMERA AND TRIPOD 3 MOUNTING 3-2. MOUNTING THE HOOD(CJ45ex/HJ40ex only) 3-3. MOUNTING THE IS OPERATION UNIT CONNECTIONS (CJ45ex/HJ40ex only) 3-4. TURN ON THE POWER 4-1. FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT 4 ADJUSTMENT 4-2.
Depending on the camera, the dedicated supporter SUP-300 may not be able to be used. For details, contact your Canon sales representative or dealer. Also contact your Canon sales representative or dealer when you intend to use a supporter other than the SUP-300.
Depending on the camera, the dedicated supporter SUP-300 may not be able to be used. For details, contact your dealer or Canon Inc. Also contact your dealer or Canon Inc. when you intend to use a supporter other than the SUP-300.
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3 MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS Insert the two camera mounting screws (3/8-UNC) into the tripod screw holes on the tripod adapter*. Then turn Camera Mounting the camera mounting knobs to tighten the two screws. Screw *The tripod adapter is available from the camera manufacturer.
3 MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS 3-1-3. Mounting the Lens on the Camera Before mounting the lens on the camera, turn off the power of the camera. For details, refer to the operation manual of the camera Loosen the supporter vertical adjustment lock knob, and Mount the lens on the camera lower the lens support.
3 MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS NOTE Rated voltage: 12 V DC Normal operation range: 10 to 17 V DC If a battery or adapter is used, the output voltage may be higher than the rated voltage depending on the manufacturers and therefore the above voltages must be observed strictly. If a voltage outside the normal operation range is used, the drive unit may be damaged.
3 MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS 3-2. MOUNTING THE HOOD (CJ45ex and HJ40ex only) The lens cap is attached to the lens when shipped from the factory. First, remove the lens cap before mounting the hood. Fit the hood onto the front of the lens barrel. Hood Lock Knob Align the index marks on the hood and the lens barrel.
3 MOUNTING AND CONNECTIONS NOTE IS ON/OFF switch and IS operating status display LED are also provided on the lens drive unit, so these can be used together with the IS operation unit. If the IS operating status does not need to be displayed, the display unit can be removed from the IS operation unit, and the IS operation unit can be used with only the switch unit connected.
4 ADJUSTMENT 4 ADJUSTMENT 4-1. FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT If the relation between the image plane of the zoom lens and the image plane of the TV camera is incorrect, the object goes out of focus during the zooming operation. Follow the procedures below to adjust the flange back of the lens.
5 MODE SETTING 5 MODE SETTING 5-1. OPERATION MODES There are three operation modes as listed below. These operation modes can be selected on the information display of the lens according to usage and preference. 1. Basic mode : Items that can be set and viewed are limited in this mode. This mode is recommended for users who do not require sophisticated settings.
5 MODE SETTING 5-2. SETTING ITEMS IN BASIC MODE The following items can be set on the top screen in Basic mode. Initial Top Screen in Basic Mode 1. Go to MENU screen. CJ45ex/HJ40ex 2. Auto iris gain settings IG: 50 MENU 3.
5 MODE SETTING 5-3. SETTING ITEMS IN FULL MODE The following items can be set on the top screen in Full Mode. Initial Top Screen in Full Mode CJ45ex/HJ40ex 1. Go to MENU screen 2. Switch users MENU 3. Switch to Basic mode [ Basic ] [Trk]OFF 4.
5 MODE SETTING 5-4. SETTING ITEMS IN ANALOG MODE The following items can be set on the top screen in Analog Mode. Initial Top Screen in Analog Mode CJ45ex/HJ40ex/J35ex 1. Go to MENU screen. Initial Top Screen in Analog Mode 2.
6 OPERATION 6 OPERATION 6-1. ZOOM OPERATION 6-1-1. Manual Zoom Operation Set the zoom operation change-over knob at the bottom of the drive unit to the MANU. position. Turn the zoom ring (or the zoom lever) to perform zoom operation. Zoom Operation NOTE Change-over Knob...
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6 OPERATION 6-1-4. Zoom Track Function (only for servo zoom) The zoom control range (zoom track) can be limited by setting virtual telephoto and widest angle ends. To use the zoom track function, the function must be enabled (ON) in advance. A: Setting ON or OFF on the information display (in Basic mode) CJ45ex/HJ40ex Press the DISPLAY switch to turn on the display.
6 OPERATION 6-1-5. Shuttle-shot Function This function allows you to switch between the current zoom position and the preset zoom position at the maximum speed. Shtl switch Shtl switch released held down Max. speed Max. speed Current zoom position Shuttle memory position Previous zoom position Before using the shuttle-shot function, the shuttle function must be assigned to VTR, RET or AUX switch on the lens drive unit or AUX1 or AUX2 switch on the zoom demand.
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6 OPERATION 6-1-6. Speed Preset Function This function allows you to call the preset zoom speed any time you zoom. Assign the Sped function to VTR, RET or AUX switch on the lens drive unit or AUX1 or AUX2 switch on the zoom demand. This manual describes the case when the “Sped”...
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6 OPERATION Selecting the moving speed to the framing memory position The moving speed to the framing position is selected by assigning Fr1P and Fr1F switches. • Fr1P: Set speed (Preset Speed) (This is assigned to AUX switch at the factory.) •...
6 OPERATION 6-2. FOCUS OPERATION 6-2-1. Manual Focus Operation Set the focus operation change-over knob on the bottom of the drive unit to the MANU. position. NOTE The lens may be damaged if manual focus operation is forcibly performed with the knob at the SERVO position. Focus Operation Change-over Knob Turn the focus ring to bring a near or far object into focus.
6 OPERATION 6-4-2. Manual Iris Operation Slide the iris operation mode change-over switch to the “M” Close position. Iris operation is performed by turning the iris ring of the lens manually. NOTE Be sure to set the iris operation mode change-over switch Open to the “M”...
6 OPERATION 6-6. IMAGE STABILIZER OPERATION (CJ45ex/HJ40ex only) The image stabilizer in this lens has a mechanical lock mechanism for protecting the anti-vibration optical system from physical shocks. To activate the image stabilizer, this lock must be released first, then power must be supplied to the anti- vibration optical system driving circuits.
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6 OPERATION 6-6-2. Applying the Mechanical Lock (HJ40ex only) The mechanical lock is automatically applied to the anti-vibration optical system of the image stabilizer when the power to the lens is cut off. Therefore, there is no need to apply the mechanical lock manually when shooting is finished.
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6 OPERATION (2) Basic Image Stabilizer Operation 1. Determine the picture composition by pan-tilt operation. 2. If there is noticeable shaking, turn on the image stabilizer (operating status) to stabilize the image. 3. Turn off the image stabilizer (standby status) when performing the pan-tilt operation. (3) Selecting the Image Stabilizer Operating Environment The default settings for IS ON/OFF switch behavior (switch mode) and the image stabilization direction of the image stabilizer are shown below.
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6 OPERATION The default setting for the IS mode is STD (mode that provides good panning operability) for both the horizontal (H) and vertical (V) directions. However, the following settings can also be used according to the usage environment. For details, refer to Operation Manual “Information display”. Horizontal (H) Vertical (V) IS characteristics...
6 OPERATION 6-7. SWITCH OPERATIONS Each function can be assigned to five switches: VTR, RET and AUX switches on the lens drive unit, and AUX1 and AUX2 switches on the zoom demand. Functions can be assigned on the information display. In the default settings, VTR, RET, Fr1P, Shtl and Fr1P functions are assigned to the respective switches.
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