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7.2 Black calibration
Black Calibration improves image quality by re-mapping the level of black for each pixel so
sensitivity stays consistent over the entire image area.
In general, the Black Calibration procedure must be performed after a software package update
when it is indicated by message ("Black Calibration needed") in the viewfinder.
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1.
Switch on the camera.
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Note
Note
The user level must be set to Service to access the Service menu.
2.
In the camera menu, go to the SERVICE > CALIBRATIONS > BLACK CALIBR menu and
select the calibration temperature using the CALIBR TEMP item. There are two options:
37 C (default) or Act (actual) temperature.
3.
Go to the BLACK CAL item and select it. The camera starts to warm up or cool down,
depending on the ambient temperature and the selected calibration temperature. The lens
is capped automatically and lens iris is closed during the calibration process.
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When the camera reaches the selected calibration temperature, the Black Calibration
process starts. It takes about one minute to complete.
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When the process is finished, the camera can be used normally.
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Tip
It is recommended to carry out Black Calibration when the camera is used under extreme
ambient temperature conditions. Make sure to set the CALIBR TEMP item to Act before
performing the calibration.
7.3 Formatting the SD Card
In some situations it may be necessary to format the camera's internal storage (SD) Card. To
format the SD Card, proceed as follows:
1.
Switch on the camera.
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Note
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The user level must be set to Service to access the Service menu.
2.
In the camera menu, go to the SERVICE > SD CARD > FORMAT item and select it. The
formatting process starts. It takes about one minute to complete.
3.
During the process, you can monitor the process using the STATUS item.
4.
When the SD Card formatting has finished, the camera can be used normally.
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In some cases, it may take about a minute before this message appears.
Actual (current) temperature can be monitored using the
During the process, you can monitor Black Calibration using the
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ACT TEMP
item.
STATUS
item.
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