Features; Notes On Use - Sony SSC-DC50A Service Manual

3-864-780-11 (1)
Color Video Camera
Operation Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read these instructions
thoroughly and retain them for future reference.
Mode d'emploi
Avant de faire fonctionner cet appareil, lisez attentivement le
présent mode d'emploi et conservez-le pour toute référence
ultérieure.
Manual de instrucciones
Antes de utilizar la unidad, lea las instrucciones con atención y
consérvelas para su consulta en el futuro.
SSC-DC50A/50AP/54A/54AP/58AP
Sony Corporation © 1998
Printed in Japan
Owner's Record
The model and serial numbers are located on the bottom.
Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.
Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer
regarding this product.
Model No. Serial No.
WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose
the unit to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
NOTICE FOR THE SSC-DC50A/54A
The glaphical simbol is on the unit.
This symbol is intended to alert the user to the
presence of important operating and maintenance
(servicing) instructions in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
For the customers in the U.S.A. (SSC-DC50A/54A only)
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for
a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These
limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful
interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed
and used in accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications. However, there is no guarantee
that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause harmful interference to radio or television
reception, which can be determined by turning the equipment off and
on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to
which the receiver is connected.
• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for help.
This device requires shielded interface cable to comply with FCC
emission limits.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly
approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this
equipment.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin d'éviter tout risque d'incendie ou d'electrocution, ne
pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l'humidité.
Afin d'écarter tout risque d'électrocution, garder le coffret
fermé. Ne confier l'entretien de l'appareil qu'à un personnel
qualifié.
ADVERTENCIA
Para prevenir el riesgo de incendios o de electrocución, no
exponga la unidad a la lluvia ni a la humedad.
Para evitar descargas eléctricas, no abra la unidad. En
caso de avería, solicite el servicio de personal cualificado
únicamente.
English

Features

This SSC-DC50A/50AP/54A/54AP/58AP color video camera is equipped
with a 1/2 inch Exwave HAD™ * (Exwave Hole-Accumulated Diode)
CCD (Charge Coupled Device), and also has the following features:
• High sensitivity (Minimum illumination: 0.8 lux, F1.2)
• CCD-IRIS™ * function
• Automatic white balance tracking and adjustment
• 8-level electronic shutter
• External synchronization
• Auto-iris lens controlled by video signal or DC power supply
• Automatic backlight compensation through Smart Control™ *
(operates when AGC switch is in the "ON" position)
• The SSC-DC50A/50AP has a power multiplex feature
• The SSC-DC54A/54AP/58AP has a line lock function
* Exwave HAD, CCD IRIS and Smart Control are registered trademarks
of Sony Corporation.

Notes on Use

Power supply
The SSC-DC50A/50AP must always be operated with a 12 V DC power
supply * or the YS-W150/150P/250/250P camera adaptor (not supplied).
The SSC-DC54A/54AP must always be operated with a 24V AC class 2
power supply. * SSC-DC58AP must always be operated with a 220 to
240 V AC power supply.
* In the U.S.A., use a UL-listed class 2 power supply. In Canada, use a
CSA-certified Class 2 power supply.
Handling
Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the unit, or allow combustible
or metallic objects to fall inside the body. If used with foreign matter inside,
the camera is liable to fail, or be a cause of fire or electric shock.
Operation and storage locations
Avoid aiming the camera at very bright objects such as the sun or
electric lights for an extended period. Avoid operating or storing the unit
in the following locations.
• Extremely hot or cold places (operating temperature –10°C to + 50°C
(14°F to 122°F))
• Damp or dusty places
• Where it is exposed to rain
• Where it is subject to strong vibration
• Close to generators of powerful electromagnetic radiation such as
radio or TV transmitters.
• Where it is subject to fluorescent light reflections
• Where it is subject to unstable (flickering, etc.) lighting conditions.
Care of the unit
• Remove dust or dirt on the surface of the lens or CCD with a blower.
• Use a dry, soft cloth to clean the body. If it is very dirty, use a cloth
dampened with a small quantity of neutral detergent, then wipe dry.
• Avoid using volatile solvents such as thinners, alcohol, benzene, and
insecticides. They may damage the surface finish and/or impair the
operation of the camera.
Other
• When using automatic backlight compensation, hunting may occur.
• If you use the CCD-IRIS function in locations where the camera is
exposed to fluorescent light, a slow color change may occur.
• If AGC is turned on while in the TURBO mode, bright objects may be colored.
In the event of any problems with the operation of the camera, contact
your Sony dealer.