Panasonic Digital Camera AJ D900WAP User Manual

Digital Camera/VTR

AJ-

Operating Instructions

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Contents

Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ÁUsing the AJ-MC700P Microphone

Kit (Option) Mounted to the Main

General and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

ÁFeatures of the Camera Section . . . . .

ÁFeatures of the VTR Section . . . . . . .

Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

ÁMounting the AJ-MH700P Microphone

Holder (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38

ÁUsing the Microphone not Mounted to

the Main Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 39

ÁMounting a Wireless Microphone . . . . 41

ÁConnecting an Audio Component . . . . 41

System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Controls and Their Functions

ÁPower Supply Section. . . . . . . . . . . . . 10

ÁAccessory Mounting Section . . . . . . . 11

ÁAudio Function Section . . . . . . . . . . . . 12

ÁShooting (Recording)/Playback

Function Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

ÁMenu Operation Section . . . . . . . . . . . 20

ÁTime Code-Related Section . . . . . . . . 20

ÁWarning/Status Display Section . . . . . 22

Mounting the Unit to a Tripod . . . . . . . . 42

Mounting the Shoulder Belt . . . . . . . . . . 43

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position . . . 44

Attaching the Rain Cover . . . . . . . . . . . 45

Connecting the AQ-EC1 Extension

Power Supply

ÁUsing an Anton Bauer Battery

Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 23

ÁUsing the Panasonic AU-BP402

Control Unit (Option) . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46

Warning/Status Displays in the

Viewfinder and Display Window

ÁDisplaying the Setting Menu Inside the

Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

ÁSetting Menu Configuration . . . . . . . . 47

ÁBasic Setting Menu Operations . . . . . 49

Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 24

ÁUsing a Sony Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . 26

ÁUsing the Sony BP-90 Battery

Pack . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ÁUsing the Sony BP-L60/BP-L90

Lamp Displays Inside the

lithium-ion Battery Pack . . . . . . . . . . . 27

ÁUsing an AC Power Supply (When

Using the AJ-B75 AC Adaptor) . . . . . . 28

Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 51

ÁSetting the ! Lamp Display . . . . . . . . . 52

Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder

Mounting the Lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29

Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53

ÁSelecting Display Items. . . . . . . . . . . . 56

ÁDisplay Mode and Setting Change

Message . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57

ÁChanging the Display Mode . . . . . . . . 58

ÁSetting the Marker Displays . . . . . . . . 58

ÁSetting the Camera ID . . . . . . . . . . . . 59

Adjusting the Lens Flange . . . . . . . . . 30

Adjusting the White Shading . . . . . . . 31

Adjusting the Viewfinder

ÁAdjusting the Position . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33

ÁAdjusting the Diopter and

Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34

ÁAdjusting the Eyepiece Position . . . . . 34

ÁDetaching the Eyepiece . . . . . . . . . . . 35

ÁDetaching the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . 36

ÁMounting the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . 36

Displays

ÁRemaining Battery Level and Audio

Level Displays. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

ÁVTR Section Operation/Status-Related

Displays . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60

ÁTime Code-Related Displays . . . . . . . 61

Audio Input Preparations

ÁUsing the Microphone Mounted to the

Main Unit. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37

Bold letters should be set or adjusted immediately after

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Contents

Adjusting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . 62

Playback—Checking Recorded Contents

ÁRec Review. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

ÁColor Playback . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 94

Adjustments and Setup During Recording

ÁAdjustments and Setup Using the Setting

Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63

ÁSetting the Gain Selector Value . . . . . 64

ÁSelecting Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65

Connection With an External VTR. . . . . 95

Recording Simultaneously with the

Internal VTR and an External

Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance

ÁAdjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . 66

ÁAdjusting the Black Balance . . . . . . . . 69

VTR . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 96

Recording With an External VTR Instead

of the Internal VTR

Setting the Electronic Shutter

ÁUsing the 26-pin/12-pin Output

Adaptor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 98

ÁShutter Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 71

ÁSelecting the Shutter Mode/Speed . . . 72

ÁSetting the Synchro Scan Mode . . . . . 73

ÁChanging the Shutter Speed/Mode

RET Button . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100

Replacing the Backup Battery . . . . . . . . 101

Setting Menu Screens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102

Warning System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 125

Emergency eject . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Error Codes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 127

Selection Range . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Changing the Iris Automatic Adjustment

Reference Value . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 74

Adjusting the Audio Level . . . . . . . . . . . 75

Setting the Time Data

Maintenance

ÁSetting the Time Code . . . . . . . . . . . . 77

ÁSetting the User Bit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 78

ÁLocking the Time Code to an External

Source . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

ÁExternal Lock Operation

ÁCondensation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

ÁCleaning the Video Heads . . . . . . . . . 128

ÁCleaning the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . 128

ÁCharacteristic Phenomenon of CCD

Cameras . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 128

Procedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 79

Inspections Before Shooting

Using the user data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

ÁUser data operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

ÁSaving the user data . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

ÁReading the user data . . . . . . . . . . . . . 80

ÁInspection Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . 129

ÁInspecting the Camera Section. . . . . . 129

ÁInspecting the Viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . 130

ÁInspecting the Iris and Zoom

Setup Card Operations

ÁSetup Card Handling . . . . . . . . . . . . . 81

ÁSetup Card Data Operations . . . . . . . 82

Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 131

ÁInspecting the VTR Section . . . . . . . . 131

Specifications

Cassettes

ÁGeneral . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

ÁCamera Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

ÁViewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 133

ÁVTR Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

ÁAccessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 134

ÁRelated Components . . . . . . . . . . . . . 135

ÁInserting and Ejecting Cassettes . . . . 87

ÁPreventing Accidental Erasure . . . . . . 88

Recording

ÁBasic Procedures . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 89

ÁSuccessive Shooting . . . . . . . . . . . . . 92

ÁSuccessive Shooting in Other

Cases . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 93

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General and Features

This unit combines into a single integrated unit a 3-CCD color video camera, which features

M-FIT CCDs and a 520,000-pixel on-chip lens, with a DVCPRO format VTR equipped with com-

pression technology.

Not only can the screen aspect ratio be switched between 16:9 and 4:3 in a single action but the

rate at which the signals are recorded onto the VTR tape can also be set to 50 Mbps for a higher

picture quality or 25 Mbps for a longer recording duration. Recording at the 50 Mbps rate en-

ables pictures with a very high picture quality to be recorded: this means that this is an integrat-

ed VTR unit which provides all the optimum functions and performance for EFP applications.

The unit in itself is compact and lightweight, its power consumption is minimal, it yields a high

picture quality, and it offers excellent sensitivity, mobility and dust-proof and damp-proof capabil-

ity. These features make it possible for the unit to be used in ENG applications as well.

Both the camera unit and VTR unit feature digital signal processing to achieve much higher lev-

els of picture quality and stability.

Memory cards complying with global standards can be used for the camera and VTR setting

data to provide a system to manage the data.

Features of the Camera Section

The camera section of the unit has the following features.

ÁHigh sensitivity: 2000 lux (F9)

ÁHigh S/N ratio: 63 dB (standard)

ÁUltra-low smear

ÁUltra-low flare

Digital signal processing

Signal processing is digitized by a 18 MHz (typ.) 10-bit AD/DA converter. This improves picture

quality, stability and reliability, and allows the viewfinder screen displays as well as numerous

adjustment and setup items to be converted to menus.

Setting menu

The setting menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen, and controls the status displays, mes-

sages, marker displays, etc. Whether or not to display each item, as well as the display condi-

tions when items are to be displayed, can be selected according to the user’s convenience. For

example, display ON/OFF for the ! lamp display which informs the user that the unit has entered

irregular status can be selected for 7 different conditions.

The setting menu is also used to select various settings and functions and execute memory card

operations, etc.

Setup cards

Setting menu and subject data can be stored on SRAM memory cards with a capacity of 64 kilo-

bytes or greater which conform to PCMCIA standard ratings as setup cards. Stored data can be

saved individually or according to the shooting conditions, allowing the same setup conditions to

be easily reproduced and assisting in standardizing setup conditions between individual data.

An ATA flash memory card with a memory size of 4 MB or more is required to operate the Pic-

ture Link (Pix Link) function sold as an optional accessory.

High-function electronic shutter

Using the built-in electronic shutter achieves steady images even of quickly moving subjects. In

addition, the following special operation modes can also be selected.

ÁSynchro scan mode: This mode is suited for shooting personal computer and workstation mon-

itor screens, and provides images with little horizontal stripe noise.

ÁHigh vertical resolution (Super V) mode: This mode provides images with high vertical resolu-

tion compared to standard mode.

Wide range of video gain selections

Gain values can be selected from p3 dB to o30 dB using the setting menu and the GAIN

switch. The high S/N ratio allows images with little noise to be obtained even when the gain is

increased for shooting in dark locations. Using the SUPER GAIN switch provided specially to

implement the super gain function, the video gain can be set to 30 dB.

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General and Features

Automatic adjustment and memory functions for black balance/white balance

The black set, black balance and white balance can be automatically adjusted by simple switch

operations. Adjustment values are held in the memory even if the power for the unit is turned off,

so there is no need to readjust the balance each time the power is turned on.

There are two memory systems for white balance which can hold 3 adjustment values each for

the CC filter (cross filter is the same as 3200K.), making a total of 6 adjustment values. When

adjustment values matching the illumination conditions are selected from among the values

stored in the memory, the unit is automatically adjusted to the corresponding white balance. (A

menu setting also allows adjustment of only two values instead of the values for each filter.) In

addition, when the unit is shipped from the factory, the white balance value for 3200K is stored

in the memory as a preset value. This value can be called when there is no time to adjust the

white balance, etc.

High-performance viewfinder

(The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

ÁThe high-resolution CRT projects a detailed picture which facilitates focus operations.

ÁThe viewfinder employs a low flare CRT which makes the screen easy to see.

ÁA center marker which indicates the center of the screen and a safety zone marker which indi-

cates the effective screen region can be displayed by menu operations.

ÁA large aperture allows the screen to be easily seen even when the operator’s eye is removed

from the eyepiece.

ÁThe eyepiece can easily be detached. When the eyepiece is detached, the center of the

screen will not become blurred even when viewed from a distance.

ÁOne-touch position adjustment is possible not only in the right-left direction but also in the

forward-backward direction.

Character display function

The unit is equipped with a function that displays switch settings, the automatic adjustment sta-

tus for black balance and white balance, warning displays, etc. on the viewfinder screen.

In addition, when using an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum series battery as the unit’s power sup-

ply, the remaining battery level can be displayed numerically on the viewfinder screen.

Warning system for displaying the VTR section status

The unit informs of VTR trouble, the end of the tape, battery wear, etc. with various warning

lamps and a warning tone. The remaining tape time can also be checked by the character dis-

play inside the viewfinder.

Four filter disks as standard equipment

CC (color temperature conversion) and ND (neutral density) filters are provided as standard

equipment. The filter setting best suited to the brightness of the subject and lighting conditions

can be selected from among 16 different combinations.

Fine adjustment of the automatic iris reference value

The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be finely adjusted by setting menu opera-

tions.

Auto close function

The unit is equipped with an auto close function which automatically closes the lens in the fol-

lowing cases.

ÁWhen the black balance is automatically adjusted.

ÁWhen the power is turned off in the auto iris mode.

Generation of SMPTE/SNG color bar and reference audio signals

The camera section contains a circuit which generates an SMPTE type color bar signal to facili-

tate color monitor adjustments, and a circuit which generates a reference level audio signal to

facilitate audio level adjustments.

The unit also contains a circuit for generating SNG color bar signals which come in handy for

sending signals to communication satellites.

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Functions and circuits for assuring high picture quality

The unit is equipped with the following functions (and circuits) in order to assure high picture

quality and is designed to make the fullest use of the advantages of the high-performance CCD.

ÁA built-in AUTO KNEE circuit achieves a wide dynamic range which allows large signals to

pass through.

ÁA built-in 2-line image enhancer

ÁA built-in shading compensation function for use with a lens extender

ÁA built-in sawtooth wave generator for adjustments

ÁA zebra pattern ON/OFF selector switch which selects three types of zebra patterns including

spot zebra from two levels of zebra patterns.

Audio functions

ÁA phantom power supply type super-cardioid microphone (option) can be attached and it can

also be detached from the main unit for use in interviews.

ÁMicrophone can also be connected, and can be attached to the main unit using the

AJ-MH700P microphone holder (option).

ÁThe audio CH1 recording level can be easily adjusted at the front panel of the unit.

Recording by an external VTR

When an external VTR is connected using the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option,

AJ-YA900P), recording can be performed by the external VTR instead of the internal VTR.

Remote control

Connecting the Extension Control Unit (option, AQ-EC1) allows a portion of the camera section

functions to be operated by remote control.

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General and Features

Features of the VTR section

Digital system

The VTR section features a component digital recording system that employs the latest com-

pression technology and non-compressed PCM recording for audio. This system provides supe-

rior S/N, frequency band and waveform characteristics as well as reproduction of detailed areas,

etc., and realizes even higher picture and sound quality.

One of the following 4 modes can be selected for conducting recording and playback: 16:9

(50 Mbps), 4:3 (50 Mbps), 16:9 (25 Mbps) and 4:3 (25 Mbps).

Rec review function

This function automatically rewinds the tape and plays back the last two seconds recorded, al-

lowing recorded contents to be quickly checked.

Playback function

Playback pictures (black-and-white pictures) can be seen on the viewfinder screen. In addition,

color playback pictures can be seen on a color monitor connected to the VIDEO OUT connector

on the main unit.

Built-in time code generator/reader

Time code information can be recorded and played back on a dedicated subcode track.

Locking of the time code to an external source

The built-in time code generator can be locked to an external generator. Also, the built-in time

code generator uses a lithium battery as its back-up power supply, allowing time codes to be

backed up for approximately one year even if power is not supplied to the unit.

Built-in DOLBY NR SystemF

A Dolby B Noise Reduction System is built in for audio recording in the longitudinal direction.

Successive shooting

Images can be shot successively within an accuracy of 0–o1 frame simply by pressing the VTR

START button or the lens VTR button.

FDolby noise reduction manufactured under license from Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

“Dolby” and the double-D symbol 0 are trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.

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System Configuration

Microphone kit

AJ-MC700P

Wireless

microphone

receiver

Shoulder

belt

26P/12P

output

adaptor

AJ-YA900P

VTR cable

VTR

WX-RA700

1.5w viewfinder

AJ-VF10P/-VF15P

Multi connector

cable

SHAN-C12TCA

2.0w viewfinder

(The viewfinder is an optional

accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

AJ-VF20WP

Battery case

SHAN-B220

Panasonic Battery

AU-BP220

Microphone holder

AJ-MH700P

Sony Battery

NP-1

Battery

charger

AG-B425

Battery case

AU-M402H

Panasonic Battery

AU-BP402

Lens

(Bayonet type)

Fujinon/Canon

Anton Bauer Battery

Camera/VTR

AJ-D900W/

AJ-D900WA

Sony Battery

BP-90

BP-L60/BP-L90

5w EVF mount

adaptor

AJ-QVF900

Battery case/

Battery holder

AC adaptor

AJ-B75

5w EVF AJ-VF53

5w EVF mount

adaptor

AJ-QVF900

Cassette tape

Cleaning tape

AJ-CL12MP

ÁM size cassette tape

exclusively for

DVCPRO

5w EVF I/F adaptor

AJ-YA711P

5w EVF

WV-VF65B/C

Setup memory card

SHL-064HSRVS

Rain cover

SHAN-RC700

Picture Link adaptor

board

AJ-YAP900

Soft carrying

case

AJ-SC900

Tripot mount

adaptor

SHAN-TM700

Extension control

unit

AQ-EC1

Carrying case

AJ-HT900

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Controls and Their Functions

Power Supply Section

e Battery holder

The battery pack (option) made by Anton Bauer is mounted onto this holder.

f DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR, 4P)

The AJ-B75 AC adaptor (option) is plugged into this socket when the unit is to be operated by

AC power. An external battery is plugged in when an external battery is to be used to operate

the unit.

g BREAKER (circuit breaker) button

In order to protect the equipment, the circuit breaker is tripped and the power is automatically

turned off when an excessively high level of power flows inside. Upon completion of the inter-

nal inspection and adjustments, push this button back in. The power will come back on pro-

vided that there is no trouble inside the unit.

h POWER switch

ON: Set to this position to turn on the unit’s power.

OFF: Set to this position to turn off the unit’s power.

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Accessory Mounting Section

i Hook for mounting shoulder belt

Attach the accessory shoulder belt to this hook.

j Light shoe

Mount the video light, etc. onto this shoe.

k Lens mount (bayonet type)

Mount the lens here.

l Lens clamping lever

Insert the lens into the lens mount k, and turn the lens mount ring using this lever to clamp

the lens.

m Lens mount cap

Press up the lens clamping lever l to remove this cap. Keep the cap in place if the lens is

not going to be mounted.

n Lens cable clamp

This is for clamping the lens cable.

o Tripod mount

When the unit is to be secured to a tripod, mount the optional tripod attachment.

p LENS connector (12-pin)

Hook up the lens connecting cable to this connector. Consult with your dealer concerning the

lens which you are going to use.

q Shoulder pad

Adjust this pad to facilitate operation when carrying the unit on your shoulder. Its position can

be brought forward or backward and adjusted by loosening the two set screws.

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Controls and Their Functions

Audio Function Section (1)

r AUDIO LEVEL CH1 (audio channel 1 recording level) control

When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch u is set to MAN, the recording level of audio

channel 1 can be adjusted by this control in addition to the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control t on

the side panel.

s MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin)

Connect an optional microphone to this jack. The power for the microphone is supplied from

this jack.

t AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1/2 recording level) controls

When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch u is set to MAN, the audio level of audio chan-

nels 1 and 2 can be adjusted using these controls.

However, the audio CH1 level can also be adjusted using the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control r

on the front panel.

u AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch (audio channel 1/2 auto/manual level adjustment se-

lector) switch

This selects the method used to adjust the audio levels of audio channels 1 and 2.

AUTO: For adjusting the levels automatically.

MAN: For adjusting the levels manually.

v AUDIO IN (audio input selector) switch

This selects the input signals to be recorded on audio channels 1 and 2.

FRONT [MIC]: The microphone input signals connected to the MIC IN jack s are recorded.

REAR [MIC]: The microphone input signals connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connec-

tors y are recorded.

REAR [LINE]: The line input signals connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors y

are recorded.

w REAR MIC POWER switch

ON: The phantom power is supplied to the rear microphone.

OFF: The phantom power is not supplied to the rear microphone.

x CUE switch

CH1: The audio CH1 signals are recorded on the cue track.

1/2:

The signals of audio CH1 and CH2 are mixed together and recorded on the cue track.

CH2: The audio CH2 signals are recorded on the cue track.

y AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio input channel 1/2) connectors (XLR, 3P)

An audio component or microphone is connected here.

z AUDIO OUT connector (XLR, 3P)

This is connected to an audio component. The audio channels are coupled to the MONITOR

SELECT switch and switched in tandem.

{ DC OUT (DC power output) connector

This is the DC 12 V output connector. A current of approximately 100 mA can be taken out.

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}

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Audio Function Section (2)

| ALARM (warning tone volume) control

This adjusts the warning tone volume heard from the speaker ~ or the earphone connected

to the PHONES jack ¡. When it is set to the lowest position, the warning tone is not audible.

However, by making changes to the inside parts, the tone can be made audible even when

the control is at its lowest position.

} MONITOR (volume) control

This adjusts the volume of the sound other than the warning tone—the sound from the

speaker ~ or earphone ¡. When it is set to the lowest position, no sound is heard.

Audio Function Section (3)

~ Speaker

During recording, the EE sound can be monitored; during playback, the playback sound can

be monitored.

The warning tone is heard through the speaker in synchronization with the flashing or lighting

of the warning lamp and warning display.

The speaker sound is automatically muted when an earphone is connected to the PHONES

jack ¡.

Ÿ MONITOR SELECT (audio channel selector) switch

This selects the audio channel whose sound is to be heard through the speaker ~ AUDIO

OUT connector z, or earphone.

CH1: The audio channel 1 sound is output.

1/2:

The sound produced by mixing the audio channel 1 and 2 sound or the stereo sound

is output. However, only the mixed sound is output from the speaker ~ and AUDIO

OUT connector z.

CH2: The audio channel 2 sound is output.

MONITOR (sound selector) switch

This selects the sound of the earphone when 1/2 is selected with the MONITOR SELECT

switch Ÿ.

ST: The stereo sound of audio channels 1 and 2 is output.

MIX: The mixed sound of audio channels 1 and 2 is output.

¡ PHONES (earphone) jack (mini-jack)

When an earphone (option) is connected to this jack, the sound selected by the MONITOR

switch

can be heard. The warning tones relating to the unit’s operation or status can also

be heard. An earphone enabling a sufficiently high volume of sound to be heard is recom-

mended.

When the earphone is connected, speaker ~ sound is automatically muted.

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Controls and Their Functions

•

Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (1)

¢ ViewfinderF

Black-and-white images can be seen in the viewfinder during recording and playback. Warn-

ings and messages relating to the unit’s operating status and settings, zebra pattern, markers

(safety zone marker, center marker), etc. can also be seen.

£ PEAKING controlF

This is used to adjust the contours of the images inside the viewfinder to facilitate focusing. It

does not affect the camera’s output signals.

¤ CONTRAST controlF

This is used to adjust the contrast of the screen inside the viewfinder. It does not affect the

camera’s output signals.

¥ BRIGHT controlF

This is used to adjust the brightness of the screen inside the viewfinder. It does not affect the

camera’s output signals.

¦ ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switchF

This displays the zebra pattern inside the viewfinder.

ON: The zebra pattern is displayed.

OFF: The zebra pattern is not displayed.

When the unit is shipped from the factory, the zebra pattern is set in such a way that those

parts with an IRE video level from approx. 70% to 85% are displayed. The displaying of parts

with a level ranging from 50% to 110% or more or with a certain level can also be set on the

setting menu.

§ Diopter control knobF

This is adjusted in such a way that the images on the viewfinder screen are seen most clear-

ly in accordance with the dioptric power of the camera’s operator.

¨ EyepieceF

Loosen this lever to adjust the position of the viewfinder ¢ in the forward-backward or left-

right direction.

FThe viewfinder is an op-

tional accessory with

the AJ-D900WA.

ª Eyepiece forward-backward movement ringF

Turn this ring to adjust the position of the eyepiece ¨ in the forward-backward direction.

« Viewfinder stopper screwF

(The viewfinder in the

To detach the viewfinder ¢ from the camera, loosen this screw and then detach the view-

finder.

illustration

AJ-VF10P.)

the

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Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (2)

¬ CC/ND FILTER (filter selector) knob

This selects the filter to match the light source which is illuminating the subject.

If the setting of this knob is changed when the menu display mode has been set to “3” (de-

fault setting), the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds on the setting change message

display area of the viewfinder screen.

È The knob and filter settings are listed below.

Filter

knob setting

Description

Example of filter setting to match shooting conditions

Cross

3200K

4300K

6300K

Clear

For setting the light source into the shape of a cross.

Dawn, dusk, inside a studio

Outdoors under a clear sky, outdoors in the rain

At the beach, in mountains covered with snow

Indoors, studios, dark places

1/4ND

1/16ND

1/64ND

Outdoors under a cloudy sky

Outdoors under a clear sky

Outdoors, at the beach or in mountains covered with snow in summer

- Synchro scan adjustment switches

These switches are used to adjust the synchro scan speed. Pressing the “p” switch reduces

the shutter speed; pressing the “o” switch increases the shutter speed. Set these switches to

a position where the side bar noise in the viewfinder is eliminated during personal computer

monitor shooting, etc.

® WHITE BAL (white balance memory selector) switch

PRST: Set to this position when there is no time to adjust the white balance. The white bal-

ance value for 3200K is stored in the memory.

A or B: When the AUTO W/B BAL switch ± is pressed to the AWB side, the white balance

is automatically adjusted in accordance with the setting position of the filter knob ¬,

and the adjustment value is stored in memory A or memory B.

When the FILTER knob and the WHITE BAL switch are set to the same positions as the ones

set when the adjustment was made, the adjustment value stored in the memory is called, and

the unit is automatically adjusted to the white balance which corresponds to this value.

If the setting of this switch is changed when the menu display mode has been set to “3” (de-

fault setting), the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds at the WHITE BAL switch dis-

play position on the viewfinder screen. (Example: “W : A”)

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Controls and Their Functions

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Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (3)

¯ OUTPUT (output signal selector)/AUTO KNEE switch

This switch selects the video signals which are to be output from the camera unit to the VTR

unit, viewfinder and video monitor. The AUTO KNEE function can be used when the images

shot by the camera have been selected.

È OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch setting positions

BARS

Color bar signals are output. The AUTO KNEE circuit

is not activated. Set the switch to this position in the

following cases:

ÁWhen adjusting the video monitor

ÁWhen recording color bar signals

CAM, AUTO KNEE OFF

The images shot by the camera are output.

The AUTO KNEE circuit is not activated. The default

setting is “MANUAL KNEE”.

CAM, AUTO KNEE ON

The images shot by the camera are output.

The AUTO KNEE circuit is activated.

° GAIN (gain selector) switch

This is used to change the video amplifier’s gain in accordance with the lighting conditions

during shooting. The gain values corresponding to the L, M and H settings are assigned be-

forehand on the setting menu. When the unit is shipped from the factory, these settings are:

Lr0 dB, Mr9 dB and Hr18 dB.

If the setting of this switch is changed when the menu display mode has been set to “3”, the

new setting will appear for about 3 seconds at the gain display position on the viewfinder

screen. (Example: “12 dB”)

± AUTO W/B BAL (white balance/black balance automatic adjustment) switch

AWB: Set to this position for automatically adjusting the white balance. When the WHITE

BAL switch ® is now set to “A or B”, the adjusted value will be stored in memory A or

memory B.

ABB: Set to this position for automatically adjusting the black balance. The adjusted value

will be stored in the dedicated memory.

² SHUTTER switch

Set this to ON when using the electronic shutter. When it is pressed to the SEL side, the

shutter speed and mode displays change in the ranges preset on the setting menu. If the set-

ting of this switch is changed when the menu display mode has been set to “2” or “3”, the

new settings will appear for about 3 seconds at the shutter display position on the viewfinder

screen. (Example: “:1/250”, “:1/60.8”)

1) AUTO KNEE function

When the level is adjusted to people, scenes, etc. for shooting against a very bright background, the background will be whited out and the

buildings or scenes in the background will become blurred. If the AUTO KNEE function is activated in cases like these, the background can

be reproduced in clear detail. This function is especially effective for shooting in the following conditions:

ÁWhen shooting people in shade under a clear sky

ÁWhen simultaneously shooting people in vehicles or indoor and the outdoor scenery seen through the windows

ÁWhen shooting scenes with a high contrast

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³ ECU REMOTE (remote control) connector (6-pin)

Connect the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) here.

|Note{

The POWER switches on unit and extension control unit must be set to OFF before the re-

mote control cable is connected or disconnected.

´ 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option) (See page 98 for mounting method.)

The 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor AJ-YA900P (option) is mounted on this section. When the

portable VTR is connected as the external VTR, recording can be performed simultaneously

with the unit’s built-in VTR.

Furthermore, by connecting the SHAN-C12TCA multi-connector cable (optional accessory) to

the 12-pin connector, it is possible to output the sound of audio channels 1 and 2 separately.

µ VIDEO OUT connector (BNC)

This outputs the video signals (75° termination, rated level) to be monitored. During record-

ing, EE images can be monitored; during playback, playback images can be monitored.

While performing settings on the menu, the setting menu can be superimposed onto the shot

images appearing on the monitor screen so that the settings can also be checked (in which

case, the images appear in black and white).

¶ CAM OUT (camera output) connector (BNC)

This outputs the composite video signals (75° termination, rated level). When a video moni-

tor is connected, the images shot by the camera can be monitored. Even while the VTR is

playing back, the camera’s images are output at all times.

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Controls and Their Functions

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Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (4)

· VTR START button

When this pressed, recording commences; when it is pressed again, recording stops. This

button has the same function as the VTR button on the lens side.

¸ VTR SAVE/STBY (tape protection) switch

This selects the power supply status while the VTR recording is temporarily stopped (REC

PAUSE).

SAVE: This is the tape protection mode. The cylinder is stopped in the half-loading status.

Compared with the STBY position, less power is consumed and the unit can be

operated longer using the battery. It takes longer for recording to commence after

the VTR START button · is pressed in the SAVE position than in the STBY po-

sition.

When the switch is set to this position, the VTR SAVE lamp inside the viewfinder

lights.

STBY: Recording commences immediately when the VTR START button is pressed.

¹ MODE CHECK button

While this button is kept depressed, the camera’s setting status is displayed in the viewfinder.

It does not affect the camera’s output signals.

º SUPER GAIN button (inside sliding cover)

When the super gain level has been set on the setting menu and this button is pressed to

forcibly establish the super gain mode, the gain is switched by one level in the following se-

quence each time the button is pressed: 30 dB>OFF>30 dB, etc. The DTL and other

menu settings cannot be performed.

When the super gain mode is established, adjust the ABB (black balance) using the AUTO

W/B BAL switch.

» SUPER IRIS button (inside sliding cover)

This is used when backlight compensation is to be provided. When it is pressed, the switch

settings are displayed inside the viewfinder for 3 seconds. When it is pressed again, back-

light compensation is released.

¼ MARK button

This is used when the FPicture Link (Pix Link) function is to be used. Each time it is pressed

M1 (MARK1), M2 (MARK2) or no display appears in the viewfinder.

FPicture Link adaptor board (AJ-YAP900) is sold as an option.

Super gain: When 30 dB is allotted to the SUPER IRIS button, DTL and other menu settings cannot be performed for this

30 dB.

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½ EJECT (cassette eject) button

Press this to insert or eject the cassette.

¾ REW (rewind) button

Press this to rewind the tape. Its lamp lights during rewinding.

If this button is pressed during playback, the playback images are rewound at approximately

quadruple speed while the button is held down.

¿ FF (fast forward) button

Press this to fast forward the tape. Its lamp lights during fast forwarding.

If this button is pressed during playback, the playback images are fast forwarded at approxi-

mately quadruple speed while the button is held down.

À PLAY (playback) button

Press this to view the playback images on the viewfinder screen or color video monitor. Its

lamp lights during playback.

If this button is pressed again during playback, playback is paused and the lamp goes off.

After playback has been paused for 2 minutes, the unit automatically switches to stop status

(STOP).

Á STOP button

Press this to stop the tape travel.

Â Emergency screw (inside the rubber cap)

For details, refer to the “Emergency eject” function on page 127.

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Controls and Their Functions

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Menu Operation Section

Ã Setup card insertion slot

The optional setup cards are inserted into this slot.

Ä MENU SET/OFF switch

This displays the setting menu on the viewfinder screen through VIDEO OUT connector.

SET: The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on

the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first of the pages

which can be displayed appears.)

OFF: The setting menu is not displayed on the viewfinder screen through VIDEO OUT con-

nector.

Å SHIFT/ITEM button

Each time this button is pressed, the cursor moves on the setting menu page now displayed.

Use it when selecting items.

|Note{

This switch functions differently depending on the operation item. Check the function by oper-

ating the menu item by item.

Æ UP button

This is used to increment the setting of the item selected on the setting menu by 1 level each

time it is pressed or to switch the setting between ON and OFF.

Ç DOWN button

This is used to decrement the setting of the item selected on the setting menu by 1 level

each time it is pressed or to switch the setting between ON and OFF.

È PAGE button

This is used to select the setting menu page.

Time Code-Related Section (1)

É GENLOCK IN connector (BNC)

The reference signal is supplied to this connector when the camera section is to be subject to

genlock operation or when the time code is to be locked externally. This connector serves as

an external video input connector when REC.SIGNAL: VIDEO has been selected on the set-

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Ê TC IN connector (BNC):

The time code serving as the reference is input when the time code is locked to an external

source.

Ë TC OUT connector (BNC):

Connect this to the time code TC IN connector on the external VTR when locking the external

VTR’s time code to this unit’s time code.

Time Code-Related Section (2)

Ì HOLD button

The time data appearing on the counter display at the instant when this button is pressed is

held. (The time code generator will still continue to run.) When the button is pressed again,

the hold status is released. Use the button to ascertain the time at which a particular scene

was shot, for example.

Í RESET button

This resets the time data on the counter display to “00:00:00:00”. When the TCG switch Ñ is

set to SET and this button is pressed, the time code or user’s bit can be reset to

“00:00:00:00” or “00 00 00 00”.

Î DISPLAY switch

The time code, CTL or user’s bit is made to appear on the counter display depending on the

setting positions of this switch and the TCG switch Ñ.

UB: The user’s bit is displayed.

TC: The time code is displayed.

CTL: CTL is displayed.

Ï UP button, DOWN button

When setting the time code or user’s bit, these buttons increment or decrement by 1 the fig-

ure of the digit made to flash by the SHIFT/ITEM button Ð.

Ð SHIFT/ITEM (digit advance) button

When setting the time code or user’s bit, this button is used to cause the digit which is to be

set to flash.

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Ñ TCG (time code selector) switch

This is used to set the running mode of the internal time code generator.

F-RUN: This position is used when the time code is to be advanced continuously regardless

of the VTR’s operation.

Set to this position when aligning the time code with the actual time or locking the

time code to an external source.

SET:

This position is used for setting the time code or user’s bit.

R-RUN: This position is used when the time code is to be advanced only while recording is

in progress. The time code will be recorded continuously on a tape with a succes-

sion of unedited shots.

Warning/Status Display Section

Ò Tally lampF

This is activated when the TALLY switch Ó is at HIGH or LOW, and it lights during recording

by the VTR section. It flashes in the same way as the REC lamp inside the viewfinder to warn

the operator. The brightness when lighted can be selected using the TALLY switch (HIGH or

LOW).

Ó TALLY switchF

This controls the tally lamp Ò.

HIGH: The tally lamp is made brighter.

OFF: The tally lamp is extinguished.

LOW: The tally lamp is made darker.

Ô Back tally lamp

This functions in the same way as the tally lamp Ò when the back tally switch Õ is set to

ON.

Õ Back tally switch

This controls the back tally lamp Ô.

ON: The back tally lamp operates.

OFF: The back tally lamp does not operate.

Ö WARNING lamp

This flashes or lights when trouble occurs in the VTR section.

× LIGHT switch

FThe viewfinder is an op-

tional accessory with

the AJ-D900WA.

ON: This illuminates the display window Ø.

OFF: This extinguishes the display window illumination.

Ø Display window

(The viewfinder in the

The warnings related to the VTR section, remaining battery level, sound level, time data, etc.

are displayed in this window.

illustration

AJ-VF10P.)

the

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Power Supply

Power can be supplied to the unit using a battery pack or AC power supply.

Using a battery pack

A Panasonic, B Anton Bauer or C Sony batteries can be used for the battery pack.

Before using a battery pack, be sure to charge it completely using a battery charger.

ÁSee the Handling Instructions for the battery pack and battery charger for a detailed explana-

tion of charging methods.

Using an Anton Bauer Battery Pack

Mount the battery pack.

Insert the battery pack in the direction of the arrow and then slide it into place.

Power Supply Output Connector

Control Switch

When detaching the battery, hold down the detachment lever of the battery holder and slide

the battery pack in the direction of the arrow.

Lever

Pack

|Note{

The unit supports the intelligent battery system and the ultra-light system.

Automatic detection can be performed for intelligent batteries with a remaining battery level

of 10% or more. At this time, the remaining battery level is displayed numerically (percent-

age display) inside the viewfinder. If the power is turned on with a remaining battery level of

10% or less, the voltage is displayed. Also, after intelligent battery detection, the remaining

battery level display indicates the level for the intelligent battery even if power is supplied

from an external source.

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Power Supply

Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack

Detach the battery mounts.

Connect the unit’s connectors with the connectors of the AU-M402H battery case.

Mount the AU-M402H battery case.

Open the battery case cover and lift up the rubber cap to expose the screw holes. Tighten

the screws with a screwdriver and mount the case to the unit. Be sure to tighten the screws

completely.

|Notes{

ÁDo not pull strongly on the rubber cap.

ÁTake care not to catch the connection cord between the battery case and the main unit.

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Connect the battery pack plug to the connector inside the case and insert the battery pack.

|Note{

The unit’s power must be set to OFF before the plug is inserted or removed.

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Power Supply

Using a Sony Battery Pack

Remove the battery mounts.

See page 24.

Mount the accessory battery mounting connector.

Mount the Sony battery holder.

Mount the battery case with the cover detached first, and then mount the detached cover as

shown in the figure.

A Tighten the mounting screws.

B Tighten the power supply contact screws.

C Insert the top of the detached cover in the direction of the arrow.

D Align the hole at the bottom (metal part) of the cover with the hole at the bottom of the

case and mount the cover to the battery mounting connector with the screw of the bat-

tery holder.

|Note{

Take care when attaching the battery holder that the wires are not pinched.

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Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack

Mount the accessory battery mounting connector.

(See the preceding page.)

Mount the BP-90 battery case.

A Tighten the mounting screws.

B Tichten the power supply contact screws.

C Insert the top of the detached cover in the direction of the arrow.

D Align the hole at the bottom (metal part) of the cover with the bottom of the case and

mount the cover to the battery mounting connector with the screw.

Using the Sony BP-L60/BP-L90 lithium-ion Battery Pack

Attach the supplied battery mounting terminals.

Attach the lithium-ion battery holder.

A As shown in the figure, remove the battery clamp, and attach the holder using the

mounting screws.

B Tighten the power supply contact screws.

C Put the battery clamp back into place.

|Notes{

ÁThe unit’s power must be set to OFF before the plug is inserted or removed.

ÁTake care when attaching the battery case/battery holder that the wires are not pinched.

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Power Supply

Using an AC Power Supply (When Using the AJ-B75 AC Adaptor)

Connect the unit’s EXT DC IN socket with the DC OUT connector of the AJ-B75 AC

adaptor.

Set the AC adaptor’s power to ON.

Set the unit’s power switch to ON.

|Notes{

ÁWhen using an external power supply other than the AJ-B75 AC adaptor, check the pin signal

of the EXT DC IN socket.

ÁWhen both a battery pack and AC adaptor are connected, power is supplied from the AC

adaptor.

ÁWhen using an AC adaptor, the AC adaptor’s power must be set to ON before the unit’s POW-

ER switch is set to ON. If this sequence is reversed, the AC adaptor’s output voltage will rise

slowly and may cause the unit to malfunction.

Pin No.

Signal

GND

2, 3

——

o12 V

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Mounting the Lens

Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap.

Lens Clamping Lever

Mount Cap

Align the indentation at the top center of the lens mount with the center mark of the lens and

mount the lens.

Mark

Lower the lens clamping lever and clamp the lens.

Press the cable into the cable clamp and connect it to the LENS connector.

LENS Connector

ÁSee the Handling Instructions provided with the lens for lens handling.

|Note{

The lens and camera adjustments listed below may be necessary depending on the lens to be

mounted.

1. Lens flange back adjustment

2. Lens auto iris adjustment

3. Lens white shading adjustment (with this unit)

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Adjusting the Lens Flange

When images are not clearly focused at both the telephoto and wide-angle positions during

zoom operations, adjust the flange back (the distance from the lens mounting surface to the im-

age formation surface).

Once adjusted, the flange back does not need to be readjusted as long as the lens is not

changed.

Adjustment method

Check the position of each part of the lens which must be operated in order to adjust the flange

back with the lens Handling Instructions.

Approx. 3 m

Adjusting the Flange Back

Set the lens iris to manual.

Open the iris. Position the flange back adjustment chart about 3 m from the lens and illumi-

nate it so that an appropriate image output level is obtained.

If the image level is too high, use the CC/ND filters or the shutter.

Loosen the Ff ring clamping screw.

Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position manually or by electric drive.

Shoot the flange back adjustment chart and turn the distance ring to bring the chart into

focus.

Set the zoom ring to the wide-angle position.

Turn the Ff ring to bring the chart into focus.

At this time, take care not to move the distance ring.

Repeat this operation four to seven times until the lens is in focus at both the telephoto and

wide-angle positions.

Firmly tighten the Ff ring clamping screw.

ÁRefer to the Operating Instructions of the lens.

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Adjusting the White Shading

Follow the procedure outlined below when the white shading needs to be re-adjusted.

White shading adjustment procedure

Mount a lens to the camera.

Be sure to also connect the lens cable.

Set the electronic shutter to OFF and the gain to L (0 dB).

GAIN: L (0 dB)

SHUTTER: OFF

If the lens has an extender, remove the extender.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch from OFF to SET while holding down the SHIFT/ITEM

and UP buttons to open the menu.

Press the PAGE button until the VF OPERATION page appears.

Set ZEBRA1 DETECT to 70, ZEBRA2 DETECT to 85 and ZEBRA2 to SPOT. (Initial set-

ting mode)

Return the MENU SET/OFF switch from SET to OFF to close the menu.

Set the viewfinder’s ZEBRA switch to ON.

PAGE

SHIFT/ITEM

Shoot an evenly white paper.

Flickering occurs easily when fluorescent or mercury lamps, etc. are used for lighting.

Therefore, use a light source which does no produce flickering such as sunlight or halo-

gen lamps, etc.

Set the lens iris to manual and adjust the iris so that the ZEBRA pattern covers the entire

screen. If the light strikes the subject in an uneven manner, the ZEBRA pattern will not

cover a part of the screen. Therefore, adjust the position of the light source, etc. as neces-

sary.

Check that the lens iris is between F4 to F11. If the lens iris is not within this range, adjust

the position of the light source, etc.

(Be sure to set the electronic shutter to OFF.)

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Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to A or B execute AWB.

Next, execute ABB and then execute AWB again.

WHITE BAL: A or B

Repeat step 6.

Set the MENU switch from OFF to SET while holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP but-

tons to open the menu.

Press the PAGE button until the AUTO SHADING page appears.

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the arrow on the left to the WHITE position and

then press the UP or DOWN button.

ACTIVE appears on the viewfinder to indicate that white shading automatic adjustment is

operating.

Adjustment is completed when the ACTIVE display disappears.

Return the MENU switch from SET to OFF to close the menu.

PAGE

SHIFT/ITEM

When the lens to be used has an extender, insert an extender and repeat steps 6 to 9.

If the lens used comes with a ratio converter, insert the ratio converter and repeat steps 6

and 7.

This completes white shading adjustment.

The adjustment value is stored in the non-volatile memory, so there is no need to readjust the

white shading even if the power for the unit is turned off.

|Notes{

1. The white shading can be adjusted for general lenses using the above method. However, this

method may not apply for extremely special lenses.

2. Vertical coloring may occur near the open position of the lens iris even after performing the

above adjustments. However, this is characteristic of the optical system of the lens, and does

not indicate a malfunction.

3. When a ratio converter is provided, adjust the white shading in the 4:3 mode since the ambi-

ent amount of light will drop if the 16:9 mode is established.

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Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Adjusting the Position

Lift up the viewfinder forward-backward/left/right position clamp lever to release the lock.

Viewfinder

Lever

Adjust the position of the viewfinder in the forward-backward and left-right directions.

Tighten the viewfinder forward-backward/left-right position clamp lever to the locked po-

sition.

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Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Adjusting the Diopter and Screen

Adjusting the diopter

Set the POWER switch to ON. A picture will appear in the viewfinder.

Turn the diopter adjustment ring to adjust the diopter so that the viewfinder picture can be

clearly seen.

Diopter Adjustment Ring

Adjusting the screen

Adjust the condition of the viewfinder screen.

Brightness: Adjust the BRIGHT control

Contrast:

Contour:

Adjust the CONTRAST control

Adjust the PEAKING control

BRIGHT Control

CONTRAST Control

PEAKING Control

Set the POWER switch to ON.

Set the OUTPUT switch to CAM.

Turn the viewfinder BRIGHT and CONTRAST controls to adjust the picture brightness and

contrast. Turning the PEAKING control makes the picture appear softer or sharper. A sharp

picture facilitates focusing the lens.

Adjusting the Eyepiece Position

Turn the eyepiece forward-backward movement ring to adjust the position of the eyepiece in the

forward-backward direction.

Eyepiece Forward-backward Movement Ring

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Detaching the Eyepiece

Detaching the eyepiece allows the entire screen to be seen clearly even when shooting with

your eye removed from the viewfinder. This also facilitates the removal of dust which has ad-

hered to the CRT screen and mirror.

|Note{

Absolutely do not wipe the mirror surface as it has been specially treated. Dust which has ad-

hered to the mirror should be blown away with a blower, etc.

Press the lock button.

Turn the lock ring as far as possible in the counter-clockwise direction and line up the align-

ment marks on the lock ring and viewfinder barrel.

Eyepiece

Alignment Marks

Lock Ring

Lock Button

Detach the eyepiece.

Remounting the eyepiece

1. Line up the alignment marks on the lock ring and the viewfinder barrel, and then insert the

eyepiece.

2. Turn the eyepiece as far as possible in the clockwise direction. The lock button latches with a

clicking sound, and remounting is completed.

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Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Detaching the Viewfinder

Check that the POWER switch is set to OFF.

Disconnect the plug from the viewfinder cable connector.

|Note{

Use both hands to detach the viewfinder. The viewfinder may not detach smoothly with one

hand, resulting in damage to the viewfinder.

Loosen the viewfinder stopper screw and detach the viewfinder by pulling it straight up.

Pull straight up.

Stopper Screw

Hook your fingers here.

Mounting the Viewfinder

Press down the viewfinder.

Tighten the viewfinder stopper screw firmly.

Connect the plug to the viewfinder connector and secure the viewfinder cable with the

clamp.

|Note{

Insert the plug firmly when connecting it to the viewfinder connector.

Stopper Screw

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Audio Input Preparations (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Using the Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit

Using the AJ-MC700P microphone kit (option) or the AJ-MH700P microphone holder (option) al-

lows a microphone to be mounted to the main unit.

ÁSee the Handling Instructions for the microphone holder.

Using the AJ-MC700P Microphone Kit (Option) Microphone Mounted to the Main Unit

Mount the microphone holder.

Viewfinder

Microphone Holder

Mount the microphone.

Connect the microphone connecting cable to the unit’s MIC IN jack.

MIC IN Connector

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Audio Input Preparations (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Mounting the AJ-MH700P Microphone Holder (Option)

Remove the microphone holder mounting screws.

Mount the AJ-MH700P microphone adaptor (option) to the main unit.

Mount the microphone

adaptor using the

accessory screws.

Mount the microphone to the microphone holder and tighten the screws.

Connect the microphone connecting cable to the MIC IN jack.

To the MIC IN Connector

Set the AUDIO IN switch to FRONT [MIC] in accordance with the audio channel to be re-

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Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit

To the MIC IN Connector

AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch for

the audio channel you wish to

record to FRONT [MIC].

|Note{

When extending the microphone, use a cable which supports the phantom power supply type of

microphone.

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Audio Input Preparations

Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main Unit

Up to two external microphones can be connected to

the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 Connectors.

Phantom power supply can also be supported

by setting the MIC POWER switch to the ON

position.

AUDIO IN Switch: Set the AUDIO IN Switches

of the channels to which

microphones are

connected to REAR [MIC].

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Mounting a Wireless Microphone

When using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless re-

ceiver.

To the AUDIO OUT Connector

WX-RA700

Wireless Receiver

WX-R980

Camera Attachment

XLR Cable

AUDIO IN switch:

Connect to the AUDIO IN CH1

or CH2 Connector.

Set the AUDIO IN switch of

the channel to which the

audio signal source is

connected to REAR [LINE].

When detaching the

wireless microphone,

press up the lever on the

bottom of the camera

attachment (1) and detach

the microphone in the

upward direction (2).

Lever

Main Unit

ÁSee the Handling Instructions for the WX-RA700 wireless receiver for wireless receiver ope-

rations.

Connecting an Audio Component

When using an audio component as the line input signal source, connect the audio component

to the unit’s AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors.

Audio Equipment

Connect to the AUDIO IN

CH1/CH2 Connectors.

AUDIO IN Switch:

Set the AUDIO IN Switch of

the channel to which the

audio signal source is

connected to REAR [LINE].

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Mounting the Unit to a Tripod

When mounting the unit to a tripod, use an optional tripod attachment.

Mount the tripod attachment to the tripod.

Select the attachment hole in consideration of the unit’s and tripod attachment’s center of

gravity. In addition, check that the diameter of the selected hole matches the diameter of

the universal head’s camera mounting screw.

Tripod Attachment

Mount the camera to the tripod attachment.

Slide the unit forward along the grooves until a clicking sound is heard.

When detaching the tripod attachment

Hold down the red lever and move the black lever in the direction of the arrow.

Red Lever

Black Lever

|Note{

When the tripod attachment pin does not return to its original position after the camera has been

detached, hold down the red lever and move the black lever in the direction of the arrow again to

return the pin to its original position.

Care should be taken as the camera cannot be mounted if the pin remains in the center.

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Mounting the Shoulder Belt

Shoulder Belt

Press to open the hook.

To remove the shoulder belt, open the hooks and then remove the belt.

Press

|Note{

When mounting and removing the shoulder belt, press on the top of the hooks to check that the

belt is securely mounted.

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Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

The shoulder pad can be slid up to ²/5½ in the forward-backward direction from the center position

(the position when shipped from the factory). Adjust the shoulder pad position to facilitate opera-

tion of the unit.

Loosen the two screws.

Slide the pad in the forward-backward direction to select an appropriate position.

Tighten the screws to clamp the pad.

Screws

Shoulder Pad

Bottom

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Attaching the Rain Cover

Attach the rain cover as shown in the figure below.

Tighten the Cord.

Secure the surface fastener.

When mounting the unit to the tripod

attachment, mount the unit using this hole.

Secure the surface fastener.

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Connecting the AQ-EC1 Extension Control Unit (Option)

Connecting the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) allows a portion of the camera section

functions to be operated by remote control.

When the AQ-EC1 is connected and the POWER switches of the unit and AQ-EC1 are set to

ON, the unit automatically enters remote control mode.

The handling instructions included with the AQ-EC1 describe operations for when the AQ-EC1 is

connected to an AQ series digital camera.

When the AQ-EC1 is connected to the unit, some functions differ, and some features cannot be

used.

6-pin Cable

ECU AQ

SHUTTER

OUTPUT

CAMERA

TEST

BAR

GAIN

ECU

1/500

1/1000

1/250

-3

1/125

1/100

1/2000

OFF

(dB)

OFF

WHITE

PAINTING

GAIN

BALANCE

PRE

AUTO W/B

BALANCE

AWB

ABB

BLACK

IRIS

MANUAL

AUTO

MASTER

PEDESTAL

ECU Connector

PAGE

ITEM

DWN

CONTROL

SET UP

STORE

OFF

SELECT

AQ-EC1

|Notes{

ÁThe POWER switches of the unit and AQ-EC1 must be set to OFF before the 6-pin cable is

connected or disconnected.

When OFF is set for FUNCTION 2/5 ECU DATA SAVE

ÁAll adjustments and settings made using the switches and controls on the menu setting section

of the AQ-EC1 are erased when the unit’s POWER switch is set to OFF. Neither is it possible

to save any of the adjustments and settings—except for the menu settings—performed using

the AQ-EC1’s switches and controls on the setup card. However, when the AQ-EC1 is con-

nected again, these settings return to the AQ-EC1 settings.

(Menu contents set with the menu setting section are saved.)

When ON is set for FUNCTION 2/5 ECU DATA SAVE

The adjustments and settings performed using the switches and controls on the AQ-EC1’s

menu setting area will not be lost even when the unit’s POWER switch is set to the OFF po-

sition.

|Note{

The functions of the AQ-EC1 are limited as follows.

ÁThe STORE switch does not function.

(If the menu settings are changed while the AQ-EC1 is connected to the unit, the new menu

settings are saved automatically as soon as the changes are made.)

Note that the AQ-EC1 gain switch displays p3, 0 and 9 correspond to L, M and H, and the

OUTPUT switch settings CAMERA, TEST and BAR to CAM/AUTO KNEE ON, CAM/AUTO

KNEE OFF and BAR for each main unit.

ÁThe Synchro scan and Super V modes cannot be used while the AQ-EC1 is connected to the

unit.

ÁThe lens iris (IRIS) control of the AQ-EC1 is valid only when the lens iris AUTO/MANUAL se-

lector is set to AUTO.

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Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window

Displaying the Setting Menu Inside the Viewfinder

When the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to SET, the setting menu appears on the viewfinder

screen. The setting menu is displayed in page units. The following table lists all pages contained

in the setting menu as well as an outline of the functions for each page.

The setting menu configuration can be changed according to the purpose.

Setting Menu Configuration

Page

Page name

Function outline

ROP setting

Reference

——

No.

102

ROP

MARKER

Marker settings

Setting the Marker

Displays

VF DISPLAY

CAMERA ID

SHUTTER SPEED

SYNCHRO SCAN

! LED

Selection of viewfinder screen

displays

Setting Display

Items

Camera ID display settings

Setting the Camera

ID Display

Shutter speed/mode settings

Setting the

Electronic Shutter

Synchro scan shutter speed

settings

Setting the

Electronic Shutter

! lamp display settings

Setting the ! Lamp

Display

SET UP CARD

Setup card

operations

107

MAIN FUNCTION

Used function settings

——

BATT/TAPE ALARM

Selection of battery/tape end

alarm

108–110 FUNCTION 1/5 to 5/5

Used function settings

Time and date settings

Allocation of super gain

Camera settings

Selecting Functions

——

111

TIME DATE

SUPER GAIN

SETTING LOW/MID/

HIGH

Selecting Functions

115–119 LEVEL 1/6 to 6/6

Camera settings

Recording

Adjustments

120

VF OPERATION

LENS ADJ

Viewfinder operations

Lens adjustments

Viewfinder

Lens

121–123 MENU SELECT 1/3 to

User menu ON/OFF settings

User Menu

3/3

124

AUTO SHADING

INITIALIZE

Automatic shading adjustments

Resetting the setting menu

Shading

124

Returning to the

default settings

124

DIAGNOSTIC

——

See the corresponding pages for a detailed description of each page’s functions.

|Note{

When connecting the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) and controlling the unit externally,

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Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window

Changing the setting menu configuration

The setting menu can be configured by selecting only the pages necessary for the application.

Pages are selected using the MENU SELECT page of the engineer menu mode.

When using the engineer menu, switch the unit to engineer mode as described below.

The unit is switched to user mode by setting the MENU SET/OFF switch to “SET”.

The unit is switched to engineer mode by holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simul-

taneously and setting the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The user and engineer modes differ as follows.

User mode:

Only the selected pages the setting menu can be used. The data set on each

page is written to the non-volatile memory, allowing it to be stored for extend-

ed periods of time.

Engineer mode: All pages contained in the setting menu can be used. In addition, the data set

at each page is written to the non-volatile memory, allowing it to be stored for

extended periods of time.

After completing the adjustments and settings with engineer mode, configuring a menu consist-

ing only of frequently used pages allows the necessary pages to be called quickly.

(The method is selected using the menu selections on pages 121 to 123.)

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Basic Setting Menu Operations

The setting menu is operated using the MENU SET/OFF switch and the SHIFT/ITEM, UP,

DOWN and PAGE buttons.

PAGE Button

SHIFT/ITEM Switch

SHIFT/

ITEM

PAGE

AUDIO IN

MIC

LINE

TCG

CUE

F-RUN

SET

R-RUN

FRONT

REAR

UP Button

CH 1

CH 2

REAR MIC POWER

DOWN

CH 1

MIX

CH 2

SET

OFF

DOWN Button

OFF

MENU SET/OFF Switch

Displaying the setting menu

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The status displays at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen disappear, and the page

on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears.

When the menu is used for the first time, the first of the selected pages appears.

A I N

+ 0 0 0

+ 0 0 6

0 0

ASTER PED

ASTER DTL

ASTER

PEDSTAL

GAMMA : 0 . 4 5

+ 0 0 0

Changing the page

Press the PAGE button.

The menu page changes each time the PAGE button is pressed.

ARKER

CENTER

SAFETY

ARK

The page can also be changed using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows.

ÁPAGEµUP: The menu page is incremented continuously while the UP and PAGE but-

tons are held down.

ÁPAGEµDOWN: The menu page is decremented continuously while the DOWN and PAGE

buttons are held down.

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Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window

Selecting the desired item

Press the SHIFT/ITEM switch.

Each time this button is pressed, the cursor (arrow) which indicates the selected item

moves to the next item.

ARKER

Cursor

CENTER

SAFETY

ARK

Movement order

†

The item can also be selected using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows.

SHIFT/

PAGE

ITEM

Changing the settings

Press the UP button to increase the setting.

ÁThe setting is incremented by 1 level each time

the UP button is pressed.

AUDIO IN

MIC

LINE

TCG

F-RUN

SET

R-RUN

FRONT

REAR

CH 1

CH 2

Press the DOWN button to decrease the setting.

ÁThe setting is decremented by 1 level each time

the DOWN button is pressed.

CUE

REAR MIC POWER

DOWN

CH 1

MIX

CH 2

SET

OFF

Changing the ON/OFF selection

The setting switches to ON or OFF each time the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

Returning to the default settings

The default (factory) settings can be restored by aligning the arrow with READ FACTORY DATA

on the INITIALIZE page of the engineer modeF and pressing the UP (or DOWN) button.

However, care should be taken as the camera ID cannot be returned to the default settings.

Quitting the menu

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

ÁThe setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the unit’s

current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

FEngineer mode

FThe menu for this mode is opened by holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simulta-

Fneously and then setting the MENU SET/OFF switch to the “SET” position.

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Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder

The viewfinder displays are as follows.

REC

BATT

VTR SAVE

1. REC (recording) lamp

This lamp lights (red) during recording, and flashes when warnings are issued.

ÁSee “Warning System” (page 125) for a detailed description.

2. BATT (battery) lamp

When the battery voltage has dropped, this lamp begins flashing several minutes before the

unit can no longer be operated, and lights when the unit can no longer be operated.

To prevent operation from being interrupted, exchange the battery quickly before the battery

runs out.

3. ! (irregular operation status warning) lamp

This lamp lights when the unit enters irregular operation status for any of the items set to ON

at the ! LED page of the setting menu. Applicable items are as follows.

Setting item

Gain (0 dB)

Setting contents

The gain is set to a value other

than 0 dB.

Gain (p3 dB)

The gain is set to a value other

than p3 dB.

SHUTTER switch

WHITE PRESET switch

Lens extender

The switch is set to ON.

The switch is set to PRESET.

The lens extender is being used.

Filter control

The control is set to a value

other than B1.

SUPER V switch

The switch is set to ON.

ÁSee “Setting the ! Lamp Display” (next page) for selecting ! lamp display items.

4. VTR SAVE (VTR power saving) lamp

This lamp lights when the VTR SAVE/STBY switch is set to SAVE. It is not lighted during

recording.

5. 50 (50Mbps recording/playback) lamp

This lamp lights when the mode for recording at 50 Mbps is selected and when a tape is

played back at 50 Mbps.

|Note{

Regardless of the VTR SAVE/STBY switch, the unit automatically enters the SAVE state and

the lamp lights either after two minutes when in the stopped state, or after the length of time set

for the pause timer (the pause time) when in the paused state.

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Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder

Setting the ! Lamp Display

Items subject to ! lamp display are selected at the ! LED page of the setting menu. (When

shipped from the factory, the unit is set so that the ! LED page is not displayed.) To operate the

! LED page, switch the unit to engineer mode or select the ! LED page at the MENU SELECT

page.

ÁSee “Setting Menu Configuration” (page 47) for engineer mode and selection of displayed

pages.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The setting status displays disappear from the viewfinder screen, and the page on which

the previous setting menu operations were completed appears. (When the menu is used for

the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button until the ! LED page shown below appears. (This operation can also

be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN buttons.)

! LED

A I N ( 0 dB )

A I N ( 3 dB )

ESHUTTER

H I TE PRESET

EEXTENDER

F I LTER

SUPER

|Note{

E: ON

: OFF

¢EGAIN (0 dB):

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the gain is set to

any value other than 0 dB.

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the gain is set to

any value other than p3 dB.

¢ GAIN (¶3 dB):

¢ESHUTTER:

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the SHUTTER

switch is set to ON.

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the white balance

memory channel is PRST.

¢ WHITE PRESET:

¢EEXTENDER:

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the lens is in EX-

TENDER mode.

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when the filter is set to

any value other than 3200K and CLEAR.

This selects whether or not the ! lamp lights when SUPER V is set

to ON.

¢ FILTER:

¢ SUPER V:

Repeatedly press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the position of the desired

item.

Press the UP and DOWN buttons to choose ! lamp lighted/not lighted for the selected item.

To select ON: Press the UP button. An asterix (E) appears to the left of the item name.

To select OFF: Press the DOWN button. A period ( ) appears to the left of the item name.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 to continue making ON/OFF settings for other items.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen

In addition to images, messages indicating the unit’s settings and operating status appear on the

viewfinder screen. The center marker and safety zone marker, etc. are also displayed.

When the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to OFF, items set to SET at the VF DISPLAY page of

the setting menu and using related switches appear at the top and bottom of the screen.

Messages informing of the setting contents or of the adjustment course or results can also be

displayed for approximately 3 seconds when settings are changed, during the course of adjust-

ments, or after adjustments have been completed.

ÁSee “Selecting Display Items” (page 56) for selecting display items, “Display Mode and Setting

Change Message” (page 57) for the setting change message, and “Setting the Marker

Displays” (page 58) for the marker displays.

The display positions of all items which can be displayed are shown in the figure below.

1. Extender display

2. Shutter speed/mode display

3. Remaining tape length display

4. Remaining battery level display

5. Filter display

6. White balance memory display

7. Gain value display

8. Audio level display

9. Iris value display

10. Warning display

11. Safety zone marker

12. Center marker

13. Super iris ON display

14. MARK1/MARK2 display

15. TCG (Time Code Generator) display

EX OFF

30-25

14.6V

F5.6

0dB

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Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen

Extender display

This is displayed when the lens extender is being used.

Shutter speed/mode display

This displays the shutter speed or shutter mode setting.

OFF:

1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000:

Shutter speeds (seconds) during standard mode.

1/30.2–1/250 (SYNCHRO SCAN):

Synchro scan mode is selected.

High vertical resolution mode is selected.

The shutter is not used.

SUPER V:

Remaining tape length display

This indicates the remaining tape length (minutes) for the VTR during recording.

Remaining tape length display

(25 Mbps)

Remaining tape length display

(50 Mbps)

Remaining tape

Display

F–60

Display

F–30

length

Full to 60 minutes

60 to 55 minutes

55 to 50 minutes

50 to 45 minutes

45 to 40 minutes

40 to 35 minutes

35 to 30 minutes

30 to 25 minutes

25 to 20 minutes

20 to 15 minutes

15 to 10 minutes

10 to 5 minutes

5 to 0 minutes

length

Full to 30 minutes

30 to 25 minutes

25 to 20 minutes

20 to 15 minutes

15 to 10 minutes

10 to 5 minutes

5 to 0 minutes

60–55

55–50

50–45

45–40

40–35

35–30

30–25

25–20

20–15

15–10

10–5

30–25

25–20

20–15

15–10

10–5

5–0

The “5–0” display flashes when there is

less than 3 minutes of tape remaining.

5–0

Remaining battery level display

When an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum Series battery is used to supply power to the unit,

the remaining battery level is displayed numerically (%).

Filter display

This displays the type of filter selected.

White balance memory display

This displays the selected white balance automatic adjustment memory.

A: The WHITE BAL switch is set to A.

B: The WHITE BAL switch is set to B.

P: The WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST.

Gain value display

This displays the image amplifier gain setting (dB) set by the GAIN switch.

|Note{

When using an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum Series battery, the remaining battery level display

continues to display the level for the Anton Bauer battery even if power supply is switched to an

external power source near the end of the battery’s power. However, note that the unit operates

according to the external power source.

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Audio level display

This displays the audio CH1 level.

During sine wave input, the audio level display corresponds roughly to the VTR level

meter display as follows.

Audio Channel 1 Level Display

_{-40 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5}E₀

VTR Level Meter

Iris value display

This displays the approximate iris setting (F number).

Warning display

This displays the black balance, white balance, auto knee function, super iris, super gain

and other warning displays.

Safety zone marker

This indicates the 80% or 90% (setting when shipped from the factory) range for the view-

finder screen area. The screen area percentage is selected at the MARKER page of the

setting menu.

ÁSee “Setting the Marker Displays” (page 58) for a detailed description.

Center marker

This indicates the center of the viewfinder screen. This marker is displayed when set to

ON at the MARKER page of the setting menu.

Super iris ON display

This indicates that the super iris is ON.

MARK1/MARK2 display

If the MARK switch is pressed while the Picture Link function is used, M1 or M2 appears

to indicate the significance of the information concerned. Nothing is displayed when this

function is not required.

TCG display

This displays the time code generator value.

1) Iris value display

The iris value is displayed when using a lens with the iris value display function.

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Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen

Selecting Display Items

The items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen can be selected by switching the display

ON/OFF setting independently for each item at the VF DISPLAY page. The items which can be

selected are as follows.

ÁDisplay mode (See “Display Mode and Setting Change/Adjustment Course Message”.)

ÁExtender display

ÁShutter speed/mode display

ÁRemaining tape length display

ÁRemaining battery level display

ÁFilter display

ÁWhite balance memory display

ÁGain value display

ÁLevel meter display

ÁIris value/super iris ON status display

ÁCamera ID display

ÁThe camera ID is displayed when recording the color bar according to the OUTPUT/AUTO

KNEE switch setting. See “Setting the Camera ID” (page 59) for a detailed description.

Select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button until the VF DISPLAY page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

Display mode

Extender display

VF D I SPLAY

D I SP DE : 3

EXTENDER

SHUTTER

TAPE

BATTERY

F I LTER

H I TE

A I N

LEVEL

I R I S

Shutter speed/mode display

Remaining tape length display

Remaining battery level display

Filter display

White balance memory display

Gain value display

Level meter display

Iris value/super iris ON status display

Camera ID display

ETER :

I R I S

ERA I D

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the position of the desired item.

Press the UP and DOWN buttons to choose whether to display (ON) or not display (OFF)

the selected item on the viewfinder screen.

The setting switches to ON or OFF each time the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

Repeat steps 3 and 4 when setting display ON/OFF for other items.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the set-

tings of the selected items appear.

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Display Mode and Setting Change Message

Messages informing of the contents of changed settings and adjustment results can be limited

to part of the displayed items or not displayed for all items.

The conditions under which messages are displayed and the corresponding display modes are

shown in the table below.

Setting change/adjustment results messages and display modes

Display mode

Conditions under which

messages are displayed

setting

Message

When the filter selection is

changed.

ND: n (nr1, 2, 3, 4)

When the gain setting is

changed.

GAIN: n dB (nrp3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18,

GAIN: 21, 24, 30)

When the WHITE BAL switch

setting is changed.

WHITE: n (nrACH, BCH, PRESET)

When the OUTPUT/AUTO

KNEE switch is set to AUTO

KNEE or OFFF)

AUTO KNEE: ON (or OFF)

When the shutter speed/

mode setting is changed.

SS: 1/100 (or 1/120, 1/250, 1/500,

SS: 1/1000,1/2000, S. SCAN, SUPER V)

When the white balance is

adjusted (AWB)

Ex.) AWB: OK

ÁSee “Adjusting the White Balance”

(page 66) for a detailed description.

When the black balance is

adjusted (ABB)

Ex.) ABB: OK

ÁSee “Adjusting the Black Balance”

(page 69) for a detailed description.

¿: Message displayed

q: Message not displayed

F) The message is displayed for approximately 3 seconds immediately after the power for the unit is

turned on.

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Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen

Changing the Display Mode

The display mode setting appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu.

Perform the operations in steps 1 to 3 of “Selecting Display Items” (page 56) to display the

VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu on the viewfinder screen and align the cursor with

the DISP MODE item.

Press the UP or DOWN button to select the desired display mode.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

Setting the Marker Displays

Display ON/OFF switching for the center and safety zone markers and selection of 80% or 90%

of the screen area as the safety marker range are performed at the MARKER page of the setting

menu.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button until the MARKER page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

ARKER

CENTER

SAFETY

ARK

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the position of the desired item.

The setting switches to ON or OFF each time the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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Setting the Camera ID

The camera ID can be set at the CAMERA ID page of the setting menu.

A camera ID of up to ten characters including English letters, symbols and spaces can be used.

The camera ID is recorded when the OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch is set to BARS and the color

bar signal is being recorded. It is also displayed on the viewfinder screen.

|Note{

When the setting menu is displayed, the camera ID is not displayed even if the color bar signal

is output.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button until the CAMERA ID page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

: The cursor is moved to the right (max. 10 spaces) by the

: SHIFT/ITEM button.

ERA I D

†

: English letters, symbols and space are switched by the

: UP and DOWN buttons.

I D : E E E E E E E E E E

Camera ID

(“F” indicates a space. This indication is only used at this

menu page.)

Press the UP (or DOWN) button until the desired character appears.

Each time the UP button is pressed, the character display changes in the order of English

letters (A to Z)¢numbers (0 to 9)¢symbols [space, {, |, ), (, ’, ‘, --, _ , x, /, !]. Pressing

the DOWN button changes the character display in the reverse order.

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to advance the cursor to the next position and return to step 3

to set the characters.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

<Note>

When CAMERA ID on the VF DISPLAY page is set to ON, the above camera ID setting is re-

corded along with the color bars.

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Displays

Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays

Remaining tape length

EMPHASIS

DF SLAVE TCG HOLD WIDE

When the amount remaining

on the tape is more than

30 minutes long, all seven

segments up to the “F” posi-

tion appear lighted.

When it is less than 30 min-

utes long, one segment will go

off for every 5-minute reduc-

tion in the length.

min

frm

TAPE

Audio CH level meter

BATT

Remaining battery level

CH2

RF SERVO HUMID SLACK

CH1

VTR Section Operation/Status-Related Displays

Lights

SLAVE

TCG

EMPHASIS

DF SLAVE TCG HOLD WIDE

HOLD

WIDE

Error code:

Indicated in the display

window.

min

frm

TAPE

BATT

CH2

RF SERVO HUMID SLACK

CH1

Warning display

RF:

Lights when video head clogging occurs.

SERVO: Lights when the servo is out of order.

HUMID: Lights when condensation occurs on the head drum.

SLACK: Lights when tape wind-up trouble occurs.

ÁSee “Warning System” (page 125) for a detailed description.

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Time Code-Related Displays

EMPHASIS

DF SLAVE TCG HOLD WIDE

min

frm

TAPE

BATT

CH2

RF SERVO HUMID SLACK

CH1

These lamps light to indicate the time code, CTL and real time displays.

DF: This lamp lights during drop frame mode

SLAVE: This lamp lights when the time code is locked to an external source.

HOLD: This lamp lights when the time code generator is held (when the HOLD button is pressed).

WIDE:

This lamp lights when a tape is recorded or played back with an aspect ratio of 16:9.

Time counter display: This displays the time code, CTL, user bit and real time.

ÁSee below for the relationship between displayed items and switch settings.

Relationship between the TCG and DISPLAY switch setting positions and the time

counter display

The item displayed in the time counter display is determined by the TCG switch and DISPLAY

switch settings.

Time code-related switch settings and display items

TCG switch

position

DISPLAY switch

position

Displayed item

Time code

TC or CTL

SET

CTL

User bit

CTL

F-RUN or R-RUN

Time code

User bit

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Adjusting the Time and Date

Adjustment and setup using the setting menu

1. Hold down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons and set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The

unit switches to ENG mode.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen.

(When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

2. Press the PAGE button until the TIME/DATE page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

T I

E / DATE

YEAR

: 9 8

DAY

NTH : 0 1

: 0 1

: 0 0

OUR

I NUTE : 0 0

«T

E / DATE

3. Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to select the item to be changed.

4. Press the UP (or DOWN) button to change the setting value.

The number is incremented by o1 each time the UP button is pressed and decremented by

p1 each time the DOWN button is pressed.

T I

E / DATE

YEAR

: 9 8

DAY

NTH : 0 1

: 0 1

: 0 0

OUR

I NUTE : 0 0

«T

E / DATE

5. When the settings have been completed, press the SHIFT/ITEM button to select TIME/DATE

SET and then press the UP (or DOWN) button. The time starts from when the button is

pressed.

«T

E / DATE

6. When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the unit’s

current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

|Note{

The seconds cannot be set and always start from 0 seconds.

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Adjustments and Setup During Recording

Adjustments and Setup Using the Setting Menu

Adjustments and setup operations during recording are performed at the setting menu.

Setting menu operations are basically performed according to the procedures described on

page 49.

However, these procedures vary slightly according to the item.

Items which can be adjusted or set up at the setting menu are as follows.

Adjustment/setup items at the setting menu

Adjustment/setup item

Page name

SETTING

(LOW/MID/HIGH)

SHUTTER SPEED

SYNCHRO SCAN

Operation reference

Setting the gain selector value

Setting the Gain Selector

Value, Setting the DTL and

gamma, etc.

Selecting the shutter speed/

mode to be used

Setting the Electronic

Shutter

Setting the synchro scan mode

shutter speed

Setting the Electronic

Shutter

Selecting required functions

Shading adjustment

FUNCTION 1/5 to 5/5

AUTO SHADING

SET UP CARD

Selecting Functions

Shading Adjustment

Setup Card Operations

Setup card data operations

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Adjustments and Setup During Recording

Setting the Gain Selector Value

When shooting in locations without sufficient brightness, bright images can be obtained by rais-

ing the gain. However, care should be taken as raising the gain also increases the noise.

The gain value for the image amplifier is selected by the GAIN switch. The gain values corre-

sponding to the L, M and H positions of the GAIN switch are set at the MASTER GAIN page of

the setting menu.

Setting the gain selector value

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen.

(When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button to display the SETTING (LOW/MID/HIGH) page shown below.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

SETT I N

ASTER

H . DTL LEVEL

V . DTL EVEL

DTL

H . DTL FRE

A I N

0 dB

: 1 0

: 0 3

: 0 4

: 0 0

R I N

DAR

LEV

DTL

DEPEND : 0 0

MM : 0 . 4 5

BLACK STRETCH :

ATR I X TABLE

ASTER

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button repeately to move the cursor to the MASTER GAIN position.

Press the UP or DOWN button to set the gain value.

The gain value can be set freely regardless of size from among p3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18,

21, 24 and 30 dB.

When resetting the gain values to the settings when shipped from the factory (LOWr0 dB,

MIDr9 dB, HIGHr18 dB), select READ FACTORY DATA at the INITIALIZE page of the

setting menu and press the UP or DOWN button.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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Selecting Functions

VTR operation functions can be selected at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu.

Selecting the required functions

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen.

(When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button to display the FUNCTION 3/5 page.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

FUNCT I

3 /

2 6P

REC STAR

I D

NTR

: N

PAU

T I

: DF

: USER

ER : 3 0

BATTERY SEL : N i Cd-1 2

VF D I SP

SET LD :

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the position of the function to be

changed.

Press the UP (or DOWN) button to change the setting of the selected function.

If settings for other functions are also to be changed, return to step 3.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance

Adjusting the White Balance

Adjusting the white balance and black balance in the order of AWB (white balance

adjustment)>ABB (black balance adjustment)>AWB will provide a better picture.

Normally, the white balance and black balance do not need to be readjusted even if the power is

turned off and then on again.

However, the white balance must be readjusted when the lighting conditions change.

If black balance and white balance adjustments are started when the display mode is set to “2”

or “3”, messages informing of the adjustment course and results will appear on the viewfinder

screen. Set the display mode to “1” to not display these messages.

ÁSee “Display Mode and Setting Change Message” (page 57) for a description of setting the

display mode.

|Notes{

ÁThe white balance and black balance cannot be adjusted while the setting menu appears on

the viewfinder screen. Therefore, be sure to set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

ÁThe auto black balance (ABB) must always be re-adjusted when the MASTER GAIN value for

the LOW SETTING, MID SETTING or HIGH SETTING on the setting menu has been changed,

when the super gain setting has been changed using the SUPER GAIN button, and when the

GAMMA setting (ON/OFF) on setting menu FUNCTION 1/5 page has been switched.

ÁWith artificial lights, particularly with fluorescent lights and mercury-arc lamps, the strength of

the R, G and B colors changes in synchronization with the power line frequency even if the

brightness of these lights appears to be constant. Especially in areas where the power line fre-

quency is 50 Hz, the vertical synchronizing frequency (approx. 60 Hz) of the NTSC and the

frequency (50 Hz) of the lighting tend to interact. This gives rise to flicker and to a phenome-

non where the hue changes along with the passage of time, and it is it impossible to obtain the

proper white balance.

These phenomena can be reduced by setting the shutter speed to 1/100. For this reason,

wherever the unit is used under fluorescent or mercury-arc lamps and at a frequency of 50 Hz,

the shutter speed must be set to 1/100 and the white balance obtained. This shutter speed of

1/100 should also be used during shooting.

Set the switches as shown in the figure.

MENU SET/OFF: OFF

WHITE BAL: A or B

OUTPUT: CAM

FILTER knob

GAIN: Normally, set to 0 dB. When it is too dark,

it is set to the appropriate gain.

If the settings of the GAIN and WHITE BAL switches are changed, a message informing of

the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds at the setting change message display posi-

tion on the viewfinder screen. (However, the message appears only when the display mode

is set to “3”.)

Select the FILTER knob setting in accordance with the lighting conditions.

ÁSee FILTER knob (page 15) in the Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section for

examples of FILTER knob settings. If the setting of the FILTER knob is changed, a mes-

sage informing of the new setting will appear for about 3 seconds at the setting change

message display position on the viewfinder screen. (However, the message appears only

when the display mode is set to “3”.)

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Place the white pattern over a location with the same conditions as the light source illumi-

nating the subject and zoom up to project white on the screen.

A white object (white cloth, white wall) near the subject can also be used. The white area

required is as shown below.

1/4 or more of the screen width

White cloth

1/4 or more of the screen height

|Note{

Take care not to allow high-intensity spots to

enter the screen.

Adjust the iris of the lens.

Press the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the WHT side and release the switch.

The switch returns to the center and the white balance is automatically adjusted.

AUTO W/B BAL switch

During the adjustment, the following message appears on the viewfinder screen.

(However, the message appears only when the display mode is set to “2” or “3”.)

ACT I VE

Message during adjustment

Adjustment is completed after approximately 1 second (the following message appears)

and the adjustment value is automatically stored in the memory (A or B) selected in step 1.

3 . 2K

Message after adjustment is completed

|Note{

If a lens equipped with the automatic iris function is used, the iris may experience hunting1). In

these cases, adjust the iris gain knob (the knob marked IG, IS, S, etc.) on the lens.

ÁSee the Handling Instructions for the lens for a detailed description.

1) Hunting: The auto iris responds repeatedly causing the image to become darker and brighter.

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Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance

When the White Balance Cannot be Automatically Adjusted

An error message will appear on the viewfinder screen.

(The message appears when the display mode is set to “2” or “3”.)

The displayed messages are as follows.

Error messages related to white balance adjustment

Error message

Meaning

Treatment

COLOR TEMP. HIGH

The color temperature is too

high.

Select an appropriate filter

COLOR TEMP. LOW

LOW LIGHT

The color temperature is too

low.

Select an appropriate filter.

There is insufficient

illumination.

Increase the illumination or

gain.

LEVEL OVER

There is too much illumination.

Decrease the illumination or

gain.

UNSTABLE

CONDITION

The shooting conditions are

unstable (shooting is taking

If flickering is a problem, turn

the SHUTTER switch to ON

place under fluorescent lighting and stabilize the shooting

or the camera is not being held

or pointed properly, etc.).

conditions.

If the above error messages appear, carry out the respective treatment attempt to adjust the

white balance again.

If the error message continues to appear even after repeated attempts, consult your dealer.

|Note{

The white balance cannot be adjusted while the setting menu is displayed on the viewfinder

screen. Therefore, be sure to set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

When there is no Time to Adjust the White Balance

Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.

The white balance for the filter is automatically adjusted according to the setting position of the

FILTER knob (outside).

White balance memories

The white balance has two memory systems: A and B.

Adjustment values for each filter can automatically be stored in the memory corresponding to

the setting (A or B) of the WHITE BAL switch. The unit contains three pairs of CC filters and

cross filters. The same white balance data is stored in the memory for the 3200K and cross filter

settings. For this reason, a total of six (3q2) adjustment values are stored in the white balance

memory.

If FILTER INH on the FUNCTION 2/5 page of the setting menu is set to ON, the A and B sys-

tems can be limited to one memory each.

In this case, the memory contents are not linked to the filters.

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The black balance must be adjusted in the following cases.

ÁWhen the unit is used for the first time

ÁWhen the unit is first used after an extended period of non-use

ÁWhen the unit is used under conditions where the ambient temperature has changed by a wide

margin

ÁWhen the gain selector value is changed

ÁWhen the super gain setting has been changed using the SUPER GAIN button

ÁWhen the gamma ON/OFF is changed

Adjusting the Black Balance

Set the switches as shown in the figure.

MENU SET/OFF: OFF

OUTPUT: CAM

Press the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the ABB side and then release the switch.

The switch returns to the center and the black balance is automatically adjusted.

AUTO W/B BAL switch

During the adjustment, the following message will appear on the viewfinder screen. (How-

ever, the message appears only when the display mode is set to “2” or “3”.)

ABB ACT I V

Message during adjustment

ÁThe lens iris automatically goes to the “CLOSE” position during the adjustment.

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Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance

Adjustment is completed after a few seconds (the following message appears) and the ad-

justment value is automatically stored in the memory.

ABB

Message after adjustment is completed

|Notes{

ÁCheck that the lens connector is connected and that the iris of the lens is set to CLOSE.

ÁDuring black balance adjustment, the iris automatically goes to the shaded status.

ÁDuring black balance adjustment, the gain selector circuit switches automatically.

In addition, flicker and noise may appear on the viewfinder screen, but this does not indicate a

malfunction.

ÁThe black balance cannot be adjusted while the setting menu is displayed on the viewfinder

screen. Therefore, be sure to set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

ÁIf black shading is not satisfactory even when ABB is OK, open the AUTO SHADING page of

the setting menu and execute black shading adjustment. (See page 124.)

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Setting the Electronic Shutter

Shutter Modes

The shutter modes which can be used with the unit’s electronic shutter and the shutter speeds

which can be selected are as follows.

Shutter modes and shutter speeds which can be selected

Mode

Shutter speed

Application

Standard

1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, This mode is used to shoot clear images of

1/1000 and 1/2000

(seconds)

quickly moving subjects.

SYNCHRO

SCAN

248 steps in the range

from 30.2 Hz to 250 Hz

This mode is used to reduce horizontal stripe

patterns for monitor screens with a vertical

scanning frequency of 60 Hz or more.

SUPER V

This mode is used to increase the vertical

resolution.

|Notes{

ÁIncreasing the shutter speed lowers the camera sensitivity regardless of electronic shutter

mode.

ÁIf the iris is set to AUTO, the iris opens and the depth of the focuses decreases as the shutter

speed rises.

ÁThe 57.2 Hz to 60.8 Hz range cannot be set for SYNCHRO SCAN.

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Setting the Electronic Shutter

Setting the Shutter Mode/Speed

ÁThe shutter speed during shutter mode and standard mode is set by the SHUTTER switch.

ÁDuring SYNCHRO SCAN mode, the shutter speed can be set beforehand at the SYNCHRO

SCAN page of the setting menu. In the SYNCHRO SCAN mode, the shutter speed can easily

be changed using the SYNCHRO (“o” and “p”) buttons. (It can also be set using the UP or

DOWN button.)

ÁThe shutter speed selection range can be limited to the required range and whether to use

special operation modes (SYNCHRO SCAN or SUPER V) can be selected at the SHUTTER

SPEED page of the setting menu.

Perform the operations outlined in “Changing the Display Mode” (page 58) and set the dis-

play mode to “2” or “3” at the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu.

Press the SHUTTER switch from the ON position to the SEL side. The current shutter set-

ting appears in the setting change message display position on the viewfinder screen.

Ex.: 1/120, 1/60.8, etc.

SHUTTER Switch

Press the SHUTTER switch to the SEL side repeatedly until the desired mode or speed ap-

pears. When all modes and speeds can be displayed, the display changes in the order

shown below. If the required shutter speeds and modes have been designated beforehand,

only the designated speeds or modes appear.

Standard Mode

1/100 1/120 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000

SUPER V Mode

SYNCHRO SCAN Mode

ÁWhen the unit is shipped from the factory, SUPER V mode is not specified and is there-

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Setting the Synchro Scan Mode

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button repeatedly until the SYNCHRO SCAN page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

SYNCHR

1 / 6 0 . 8

SCAN

Press the UP (the value increases) or DOWN (the value decreases) button repeatedly to

display the desired frequency. The frequency can be switched continuously within the range

of 30.2 Hz to 250 Hz.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF. The

setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the unit’s

current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

Pressing the SYNCHRO (“o” and “p”) buttons in the SYNCHRO SCAN mode results in the

same operation which is performed when the UP and DOWN buttons mentioned above are

pressed.

|Note{

The 57.2 Hz to 60.8 Hz range cannot be set.

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Setting the Electronic Shutter

Changing the Shutter Speed/Mode Selection Range

The shutter speed selection range can be limited to the required range and whether to use a

special operation mode can be selected at the SHUTTER SPEED page of the setting menu. The

unit is set so that the SHUTTER SPEED page is not displayed when shipped from the factory.

To operate the SHUTTER SPEED page, switch the unit to engineer mode or select the SHUT-

TER SPEED page at the MENU SELECT page beforehand.

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.

The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on the

viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE button repeatedly until the SHUTTER SPEED page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

SHUTTER SPEED

ESYNCHR

SUPER

SCAN

E 1 / 1 0 0

E 1 / 1 2 0

E 1 / 2 5 0

E 1 / 5 0 0

E 1 / 1 0 0 0

E 1 / 2 0 0 0

|Note{

The ON/OFF status for each item is

indicated by displaying an asterix (E)

or period ( ) in front of the item on the

screen.

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button repeatedly to move the cursor to the position of the mode or

shutter speed to be set.

The selected mode or speed changes from used (ON) to not used (OFF) and vice versa

each time the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF. The

setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the unit’s

current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

|Note{

When operating the unit from the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option), even if the SHUTTER

SPEED page is operated from the unit, the switches of the AQ-EC1 have priority regarding the

actual shutter speed.

ÁSee “Setting Menu Configuration” (page 47) for a description of engineering mode and select-

ing display pages.

Changing the lris Automatic Adjustment Reference Value

To change the reference value, change the A. IRIS LEVEL, A. IRIS PEAK/AVE, A. IRIS MODE

value on the LEVEL 6/6 page of the setting menu using the UP or DOWN button.

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Adjusting the Audio Level

If the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 selector switch is set to AUTO, the input levels of audio CH1

and CH2 are automatically adjusted. If are the level of audio channels 1 and 2 to be manually

adjusted, perform the following operations.

Manually Adjusting the Audio Level

Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 selector switch to MAN.

Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel completely to the right.

Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 controls to adjust the audio level so that the level meter

appears up to 0 dB at the maximum volume.

Limiter

When the audio level is adjusted manually, the limiter circuit operates with respect to excessive

input. Limiter circuit operation can be set to ON and OFF at the setting menu. (The factory set-

ting is OFF.)

Adjusting the Audio CH1 Level from the Viewfinder

The audio CH1 level can be adjusted by the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the

front panel while watching the viewfinder.

Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1 switch to MAN.

Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control on the side panel completely to the right.

Set LEVEL METER on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu to ON. The audio level

display appears on the viewfinder screen.

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Adjusting the Audio Level

Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel to adjust the input vol-

ume so that the audio level display appears as shown below.

ÁWhen the input volume is normal, the audio level display turns ON up to the seventh of the

eight level display bars from the left.

ÁWhen the rightmost (0 dB) turns asterisk (E) mark, the input volume is excessive. Adjust

the level so that the display bar does not turn E mark.

_{-40 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5}E₀

When the optimal level cannot be set

The maximum attenuation of the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel is

about 20 dB. When the optimal level cannot be set within this range, adjust the level using the

AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control on the side panel.

Using the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 controls at the bottom of the front panel and on the side

panel

Normally, the control at the bottom of the front panel is turned completely to the right and the

recording level is adjusted using the control on the side panel.

The control at the bottom of the front panel is used to throttle the level when the input level in-

creases suddenly during recording.

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Setting the Time Data

Setting the Time Code

When using both the user bit and the time code, set the user bit first. If the time code is set first,

the time code generator will stop while the user bit is being set, causing the set time code to

become inaccurate. The time code can be set within the range of 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:29.

2,5

Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.

Set the TCG switch to SET.

Set TC MODE on the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu to DF or NDF. Select DF

when the time code is to be advanced during drop frame mode, and NDF when the time

code is to be advanced during non-drop frame mode.

Set the time code using the SHIFT/ITEM, UP and DOWN buttons.

SHIFT/ITEM button: This is used to cause the digit which is to be set to flash. Each time it

is pressed, the flashing digit moves to the right.

UP button:

DOWN button:

This increments by 1 the figure of the flashing digit.

This decrements by 1 the figure of the flashing digit.

Set the TCG switch.

Set the switch to F-RUN when the time code is to be advanced regardless of the VTR’s

operation.

Set the switch to R-RUN when the time code is to be advanced only while recording is in

progress.

Time code status during battery replacement

The back-up mechanism functions even while replacing the battery to allow the time code gen-

erator to continue operating for extended periods of time (approx. 1 year).

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Setting the Time Data

Setting the User Bit

Setting the user bit allows up to 8 digits of hexadecimal data such as memos (date, time), etc. to

be recorded in the sub code track.

2,5

Set the DISPLAY switch to UB.

Set the TCG switch to SET.

Select the UB MODE on the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu.

Set the user bit using the SHIFT/ITEM, UP and DOWN buttons.

SHIFT/ITEM button: This is used to cause the digit which is to be set to flash. Each time it

is pressed, the flashing digit moves to the right.

UP/DOWN buttons: These increment/decrement by 1 the figure of the flashing digit.

The hexadecimal characters A to F appear as follows.

Hexadecimal

Display

Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-RUN.

User bit memory function

The user bit setting (except for the real time) is automatically stored in the memory and held

even after the power is turned off. However, care should be taken as the settings are not stored

in the memory if the time from when the power was turned on until the setting operations are

completed and the power is turned off is less than 20 seconds.

<Notes>

ÁWhen REAL has been selected for UB MODE, the values set for HOUR and MINUTE on the

TIME/DATE page apply.

ÁIf REAL has been selected for UB MODE and the DISPLAY switch is set to UB, the LCD dis-

play is held when the menu switch is set to SET.

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Locking the Time Code to an External Source

The time code generator of the VTR section can be locked to an external generator.

Example of connections for external locking

Example 1: Locking the time code to an external signal

TC OUT

Reference

time code

GENLOCK IN

TC IN

GENLOCK IN

Reference video signal

Example 2: When a multiple number of units are connected with one unit serving as the

master unit and the others as the slave units

GENLOCK

CAM

OUT

GENLOCK

CAM

OUT

GENLOCK

CAM OUT

TC IN

TC OUT

MASTER

SLAVE

To the next unit

External Lock Operation Procedure

Set the POWER switch to ON.

Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to F-RUN.

Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.

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Setting the Time Data

Supply reference time code and reference video signals with a phase relationship which

meets the time code standards to the TC IN and GENLOCK IN connectors, respectively.

This locks the built-in time code generator to the reference time code. After about 10 seconds

have passed since the time code generator was locked, the external lock status is maintained

even if the external reference time code is disconnected. However, if the reference time code is

disconnected during recording (REC), the servo lock will be thrown out of order.

|Note{

When the external locking operation is performed, the time code is locked instantly to the exter-

nal time code and the same value as the external code value appears in the counter display

position. Do not set the VTR to recording mode for several seconds until the sync generator has

stabilized.

Setting Time Data

User bit setting during external locking

When the time code is locked to an external source, only the time data is locked to the time data

of the time code from the external source. Accordingly, the user bit can be set independently for

each unit. The user bit can also be locked to the user bit of the time code from the external

source.

ÁConsult your dealer for a detailed explanation.

Releasing the external lock

Stop supplying the external time code and then set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

Switching the power supply from the battery to an external power supply during external

locking

In order to maintain power supply continuity for the time code generator, connect the external

power supply to the DC IN connector before unplugging the battery pack. If the battery pack is

unplugged first, the external locking continuity of the time code cannot be assured.

Synchronizing the camera section to an outside source during external locking

While the time code is locked to an external source, the camera section is genlocked by the

reference video signal input to the GENLOCK IN connector.

Using the user data

The data which has been set on the setting menus can be saved in the user area of the cam-

era’s memory and read out when required. This data can be called to establish speedily the ap-

propriate setup statuses.

User data operations

A menu is used to save the setting data in the user area of the camera’s memory and read out

the data which has been saved.

Saving the user data

1 Use the menu’s INITIALIZE screen to save the user data.

2 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET to open the menu while pressing the SHIFT/ITEM

and UP buttons together.

3 Press the PAGE switch and select the INITIALIZE screen.

Align the ¢ arrow with WRITE USER DATA and press the UP or DOWN button. The data

settings are now saved in the user area of the camera’s memory.

4 After the data has been saved, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

Reading the user data

1 Use the menu’s SET UP CARD 1/2 screen to set the unit to the statuses which were saved in

the user area of the camera’s memory.

2 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET to open the menu.

3 Press the PAGE switch and select the SET UP CARD 1/2 screen.

Align the ¢ arrow with READ USER DATA and press the UP or DOWN button. The data

saved in the user area of the camera’s memory is read, and the settings are completed.

4 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

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Setup Card Operations

Setting menu contents can be stored using setup memory cards (SHL-064HSRVS, option). This

data can then be used to quickly recreate the appropriate setup conditions. Subject data, etc.

can also be stored on setup cards. See the Setup Card Application Instructions for a detailed

description.

ÁOptional cards include the general purpose memory card (SRAM 64KB or more) which is used

as the setup card and the ATA flash memory card (4MB or more) which is used for the Picture

Link function.

Setup Card Handling

When inserting or ejecting the setup cards, make sure that the power is turned OFF.

Ejecting setup cards

Lift up on the lower edge of the cover to open the cover and remove the setup card.

|Note{

Take care not to touch the connectors at the front of the setup card.

Inserting setup cards

Position the unit so that the panel with the logo faces you, insert the setup card into the setup

card insertion slot and then close the cover.

|Note{

Check that the unit is positioned with the logo facing you and that the characters are facing the

correct direction, and then insert the card. Be sure to insert the card in the correct direction. If

the card is difficult to insert, the card may be backwards or upside-down. In these cases, do not

attempt to force in the card, but check whether the card is backwards or upside-down and then

reinsert the card.

Usage and storage precautions

The following points should be observed when using and storing setup cards.

ÁAvoid high temperatures and humidity.

ÁDo not expose setup cards to water.

ÁAvoid electrostatic charges.

Store setup cards inserted in the unit with the cover closed.

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Setup Card Operations

Setup Card Data Operations

Operations to store setting data on setup cards and read out stored data are performed at the

SET UP CARD page of the setting menu.

|Note{

When operating the unit with a remote controller, the SET UP CARD page cannot be operated

from the unit.

Formatting setup cards

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu oper-

ations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the

first time, the first page appears.)

Press the MENU switch repeatedly until the SET UP CARD 1/2 page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button repeatedly to move the cursor to the CARD CONFIG. po-

sition.

A menu shown below appears when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

(

UP ,

)

Press the UP button to format the set up card. When the setup card has been formatted,

the message shown below appears.

|Note{

When setup cards are formatted, the setting conditions at that time are also input simulta-

neously.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

When menu operations have been completed, return the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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When data is not formatted

If the following error messages appear when the UP button is pressed in step 5, the data is not

formatted.

Data format error messages

Error message

Condition

Countermeasure

WRITE PROTECT

The write protect switch on Set the write protect switch

the side of the card is set

to ON.

on the side of the card to

OFF.

NO CARD

ERROR

A setup card is not

inserted.

Insert a card.

The disk cannot be

formatted.

The card may be

defective. Replace the

card.

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Setup Card Operations

Writing set data to cards

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu oper-

ations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the

first time, the first page appears.)

Press the MENU switch repeatedly until the SET UP CARD 1/2 page shown below appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button repeatedly to move the cursor to the WRITE position.

A menu shown below appears when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

(

NF I

R I TE?

UP ,

)

Press the UP button to write data on the set up card. When writing is complete, the mes-

sage shown below appears.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

R I TE

When menu operations have been completed, return the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF.

The setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the

unit’s current status appear at the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen.

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Protecting stored data

If the setup card’s WRITE PROTECT switch is set to ON, data is not rewritten even if the UP

button is pressed in step 5.

Set to ON.

When data is not written

If the following error messages appear when the UP button is pressed in step 5, the data is not

written.

Data writing error messages

Error message

NO CONFIG

Condition

Countermeasure

Format the card.

The setup card is not

formatted.

NO CARD

A setup card is not

inserted.

Insert a card.

WRITE PROTECT

The write protect switch on Set the write protect switch

the side of the card is set

to ON.

on the side of the card to

OFF.

ERROR

Data cannot be written on

the card.

The card may be

defective. Replace the

card.

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Setup Card Operations

Reading out data stored on cards

Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu oper-

ations were completed appears on the viewfinder screen. (When the menu is used for the

first time, the first page appears.)

Press the PAGE switch repeatedly until the SET UP CARD 1/2 page appears.

(This operation can also be performed using the PAGEoUP/DOWN function.)

Press the SHIFT/ITEM button to move the cursor to the READ position.

A menu shown below appears when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

READ?

(

UP ,

)

Press the UP button to read data from the set up card. When readout is complete, the mes-

sage shown below appears.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

READ USER

READ

DATA

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

READ

When menu operations have been completed, set the MENU SET/OFF switch to OFF. The

setting menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the unit’s

current status based on the data read out from the setup card appear at the top and bottom

of the viewfinder screen.

When data is not read out

If the following error messages appear when the UP button is pressed in step 5, the data is not

read out.

Data readout error messages

Error message

NO CONFIG

Condition

Countermeasure

Format the card.

The setup card is not

formatted.

NO CARD

ERROR

A setup card is not

inserted.

Insert a card.

Data cannot be read out.

Data written by devices

other than this unit cannot

be read out.

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Cassettes

Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes

Inserting cassettes

Check that there are no cables, etc. around the cassette holder and the top panel and then

set the POWER switch to ON.

Power: ON

If condensation has occurred inside the unit, the HUMID display lights. In these cases, wait

until the display goes off before proceeding to step 2.

Press the EJECT button. The cassette holder opens.

EJECT Button

Cassette Holder

“PUSH” display

Check that there is no slack in the tape, insert the cassette, and then press the “PUSH”

display on the cassette holder to close the cassette holder firmly.

Checking that there is no slack in the tape

Press the reel in with your finger and turn it lightly in the direction of the arrow. If the reel does

not turn, there is no slack in the tape.

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Cassettes

Ejecting cassettes

With the power turned on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder and eject the

cassette. If a cassette is not to be inserted immediately after ejecting the cassette, close the

cassette holder.

Ejecting cassettes when the battery has run out

Set the POWER switch to OFF to turn off the power, then turn on the power again and immedi-

ately hold down the EJECT button. If there is still power remaining in the battery, the cassette

will be ejected. However, this operation should not be repeated.

Preventing Accidental Erasure

Set the tab on the cassette to the SAVE side to prevent the recorded contents of tapes from

being accidentally erased.

REC

SAVE

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Recording

Basic Procedures

This section describes the basic operating procedures for shooting and recording. When starting

to shoot actual images, inspect the unit beforehand to check that all systems are functioning

normally.

ÁSee the “Inspections Before Shooting” (page 129) for a description of inspection procedures.

Procedures from power supply preparations to inserting a cassette

Insert a charged battery pack.

Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID display does not appear and that

five or more bars of the remaining battery level display are lighted.

ÁIf the HUMID display appears, wait until the display goes off.

ÁIf five or more bars of the remaining battery level display are not lighted, replace the bat-

tery pack with a sufficiently charged battery pack.

Check that there are no cables, etc. around the cassette holder and top panel and then

press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder.

Check the following items, and then insert a cassette and close the cassette holder.

ÁThe cassette is not set to write protect status.

ÁThere is no slack in the tape.

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Recording

Procedures from adjusting the white balance and black balance to

stopping recording

Turn on the power, insert a cassette, and then set the various switches as follows.

AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2: AUTO

TCG: F-RUN or R-RUN

OUTPUT: CAM/AUTO KNEE ON

GAIN: Normally, set to 0 dB. When it is too dark,

it is set to the appropriate gain.

Iris: AUTO

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Shooting images

1-1,1-2

4,5

1-2

1-1

1-2

Select the filter in accordance with the lighting conditions, and when the white balance

has already been stored in the memory, set the WHITE BAL switch to “A” or “B”.

When the white balance and black balance have not been stored in the memory

and there is no time to adjust the white balance:

Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST and set the FILTER knob to “1”: this will achieve a

3200 K white balance.

To adjust the white balance on site, select the filter which corresponds with the lighting

conditions, set the WHITE BAL switch to “A” or “B”, and adjust the white balance by

following the steps below.

(1) Press the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the AWB side to adjust the white balance.

(2) Press the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the ABB side to adjust the black balance.

(3) Press the AUTO W/B BAL switch to the AWB side to adjust the white balance.

For details on how to adjust the white balance, read through the section entitled

“Adjusting the white balance/black balance” (page 66).

Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the focus and zoom.

When using the electronic shutter, set the shutter speed and operation mode.

ÁSee “Setting the Electronic Shutter” (page 71) for a detailed description.

Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens to start recording.

The REC lamp inside the viewfinder lights during recording.

Press the VTR START button again to stop recording. The REC lamp inside the viewfinder

goes off.

Tape operation buttons

The tape operation buttons (EJECT, REW, FF, PLAY, STOP) do not function during recording.

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Recording

Successive Shooting

Successive shooting with an accuracy of within 0–o1 frame can be performed simply by press-

ing the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens while recording is paused.

While recording is paused

The unit automatically searches for the successive shooting point. However, the time until re-

cording starts differs according to the setting of the VTR SAVE/STBY switch.

ÁIf the VTR SAVE/STBY switch is set to SAVE, recording starts about 2 seconds after the VTR

START button is pressed.

ÁIf the VTR SAVE/STBY switch is set to STBY, recording starts immediately after the VTR

START button is pressed.

Successive shooting when the power is turned off while recording is paused

Turn the power back on.

Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens to start recording.

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Successive Shooting in Other Cases

If successive shooting is to be performed after the tape has been run, the cassette has been

ejected, or when using a tape which has only been recorded part-way, follow the procedures

outlined below.

1,2

Press the PLAY button while watching the viewfinder screen and play back the tape.

At the place where continuity between frames is to be provided, press the PLAY (or STOP)

button again to stop the tape.

Press the RET button on the lens. Preparations for frame-to-frame continuity are made

about two seconds later.

Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens to start recording.

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Playback—Checking Recorded Contents

Pressing the PLAY button allows black-and-white playback images to be viewed on the view-

finder. Playback images can also be viewed in two other ways.

ÁRec review: When the RET switch has been set to REC CHECK by MAIN FUNCTION on the

setting menu, it is possible to view the last 2 seconds of the recording in the form of black-and-

white images in the viewfinder.

ÁColor playback: Connecting a color monitor to the unit’s VIDEO OUT connector allows color

playback images to be viewed on the monitor.

The playback signal is output to the viewfinder even during rewind (REW) and fast forward (FF).

Audio output selection and volume adjustment for the playback signal are performed by the

MONITOR switches and knobs on page 13.

Rec Review

If recording is paused and the RET button on the lens is pressed, the tape is automatically re-

wound and the playback images for the last two seconds appear on the viewfinder. This allows

the recording status to be checked.

After playback, the unit returns to the recording start standby status. Holding down the RET but-

ton rewinds and plays back up to 10 seconds of the tape.

|Note{

The rec review function cannot be used unless recording has been performed for more than

1 second.

Color Playback

Connecting a color monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector of the unit allows color playback im-

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Connection With an External VTR

The unit is equipped with an interface which enables recording to be performed by an external

VTR.

ÁMounting the AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option) and connecting the 26-pin ca-

ble (option) to the unit allows recording to be performed by the VTR section (internal VTR) of

the unit and an external VTR. The component video signal is output from the 26-pin interface.

Precautions When Connecting an External VTR

ÁSet 26P CONTROL on the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu to BOTH or ON. (The

setting is OFF when shipped from the factory.)

ÁSet SW201 on the CAM ENC board to ON. (Before the unit was shipped from the factory, this

switch was set to OFF.)

Power supply

Power is not supplied or received between the unit and the external VTR, so special power sup-

plies should be provided for each unit. The BATT lamp and remaining battery level display func-

tion inside the viewfinder indicate the power supply status only for the internal VTR. The power

supply status for the external VTR should be checked at the external VTR.

TALLY lamp and REC lamp operation

The unit’s TALLY lamp and the REC lamp inside the viewfinder indicate the REC status of the

unit when 26P CONTROL is set to BOTH. When 26P CONTROL is set to ON, these lamps indi-

cate the REC status of the external VTR.

Warning tone

External VTR-related warning tones are not output from the unit’s speaker or PHONES jack.

Note on connecting cables

The signals may not be connected properly with some cables.

The signal assignments for the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor AJ-YA900P (optional) are shown in

the following table. Use this table as a reference for connection with an external VTR.

No.

Signal

Composite video signal

Composite video GND

Y GND

PB GND

CAM MIC (H)

CAM MIC (C)

Y signal

CAM MIC (GND)

VTR START/STOP

REC TALLY

GND

PR signal

PR GND

PB signal

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Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External

VTR

Connections

Mount the AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor (option) to the unit, connect the external

VTR with the 26-pin cable, and set the audio input level selector switch of the external VTR to

“p60 dB”.

SW201 on the CAM ENC Printed Circuit Board of the unit must be set to ON side.

(See page 98.)

Audio input level selector switch: p60 dB

Portable VTR

(Set the audio input level

selector switch to p60 dB.)

To the 26-pin connector of the

AJ-YA900P (See page 98 for mounting the

26-pin/12-pin output adaptor)

Checking the Function Settings

Check that the settings of the functions which control the 26-pin interface are set to BOTH or

ON at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu. See “Selecting Functions” for a description

of the various function settings.

Starting Recording

Operate the external VTR and set it to recording paused status.

Press the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens. The internal and

external VTRs start recording simultaneously. Pressing the button again sets both VTRs to

the recording paused status.

If One VTR Comes to the End of its Tape During Recording

Even if one VTR comes to the end of its tape and stops, the other VTR continues recording op-

eration.

Returning the VTRs to simultaneous recording status

ÁIf the internal VTR came to the end of its tape, replace the cassette and press the VTR START

button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens. The external VTR continues recording opera-

tion during this time.

ÁIf the external VTR came to the end of its tape, replace the cassette and operate the external

VTR to restart recording. The internal VTR continues recording operation during this time.

|Note{

Care should be taken as the internal VTR will assume recording paused status if the VTR

START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens is pressed after replacing the external

VTR’s cassette.

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Functions of the Unit’s VTR SAVE/STBY Switch

Tape running mode

Pressing the unit’s STOP, REW or FF buttons sets the internal VTR to stop, rewind or fast for-

ward modes, respectively. However, the external VTR is set to recording paused status in all

cases.

Viewing playback images on the viewfinder

Pressing the unit’s PLAY button allows black-and-white playback images from the internal VTR

tape to be viewed on the viewfinder. Playback images from the external VTR cannot be viewed.

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Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTR

Using the 26-pin/12-pin Output Adaptor

Connections

The method of connecting the external VTR is the same as that described in “Recording Simul-

taneously with the Internal VTR and an External VTR”.

ÁSee “Connections” on page 95.

Mounting the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor

ÁConsult your local dealer when mounting the adaptor.

Set the unit’s internal switches.

1 Remove the side panel on the display window side.

2 Remove the Printed Circuit Board holder and remove the CAMERA ENC Printed Circuit

Board.

3 Set SW201 to the ON side.

4 To set the audio level to p20 dB, set the SW4701 DIP switch accordingly.

CAM ENC (2) Printed Circuit Board

Printed Circuit

Board Holder

SONY

MII

SW1

CAM ENC (2) Printed Circuit Board

p60 dB

Pin No. (default

setting)

p20dB

SW4701

Not used

ON (NR ON/OFF)

OFF

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Mount the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor.

Controlling the external VTR with the unit’s switches

Setting the 26P CONTROL function as indicated below at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the set-

ting menu prevents the internal VTR from being operated and enables only the external VTR to

be controlled by the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens.

Á26P CONTROL: ON

ÁSee “Selecting Functions” (page 65) for a description of FUNCTION 3/5 page operations.

Switching from the internal VTR to the external VTR

If the internal VTR experiences problems (tapes becoming tangled, condensation, etc.) during

operation and becomes unable to operate, the VTR START button of the unit and the VTR but-

ton of the lens will not function. In these cases, setting the 26P CONTROL function as noted

above at the FUNCTION 3/5 page allows the external VTR to be operated in place of the inter-

nal VTR using the VTR START button of the unit or the VTR button of the lens.

Starting recording

Operate the external VTR to set it to recording paused status and press the VTR START button

of the unit or the VTR button of the lens. The external VTR starts recording. Pressing the button

again sets the VTR to the recording paused status.

Output level of the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor

The output level factory settings are p60 dBu/balanced for audio and SONY level for compo-

nent video. When the built-in SW4701 switch is set, the audio output level can be changed to

p20 dBu/unbalanced, and when both 1 and 2 of SW1 are set to ON, the component video out-

put level can be changed to the MII level. (See previous page)

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RET Button

The images recorded on the VTR or return video signal which has been input to the GENLOCK

IN connector can be seen on the viewfinder screen when the RET (return) button is pressed or

while it is kept pressed in.

What appears on the viewfinder screen differs as shown in the table below depending on the

RET SW setting for setting menu MAIN FUNCTION and the VTR status.

|Note{

When the REC SIGNAL item is set to VIDEO (when recording external input) at the MAIN

FUNCTION page of the setting menu, the external input appears on the viewfinder screen. How-

ever, the camera image appears on the viewfinder screen while the RET button is held down.

È Lens RET button functions

RET switch

setting

Description of what appears

on viewfinder screen

Internal VTR mode

Recording

REC CHECK

Images shot by camera.

RET button does not function.

Recording paused

Playing

What has been recorded

(2-second rec review) can be

checked.

Internal VTR’s playback

images.

RET button does not function.

Playback paused

Recording

Search operation for

successive shooting.

CAM RET

Return video signal which has

been supplied to GENLOCK

IN connector.

Recording paused

Playing

Return video signal which has

been supplied to GENLOCK

IN connector.

Return video signal which has

been supplied to GENLOCK

IN connector.

Playback paused

Recording

Return video signal which has

been supplied to GENLOCK

IN connector.

MARKF

Switch functions as the

MARK switch for the Picture

Link function.

Recording paused

Playing

Switch functions as the

MARK switch for the Picture

Link function.

Picture played back by

internal VTR (RET button

does not function).

Playback paused

Still picture played back by

internal VTR (RET button

does not function).

FThis is displayed when the Picture Link adaptor board (AJ-YAP900, optional

accessory) has been installed.

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Replacing the Backup Battery

The unit is shipped from the factory with a backup battery already mounted. When the battery

runs out, the TCG time code value indicates 00:00:00:00.

At this time, the time code value cannot be backed up.

In addition, the “BACK UP BATT EMPTY” display appears in the viewfinder for 3 seconds when

the POWER switch is set to ON to indicate that the battery must be replaced.

Consult your dealer when replacing the battery.

Backup battery

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Setting Menu Screens

ROP Screen

This page sets the setting for ROP (remote operation panel)

Variable

range

display

Item

R GAIN

Remarks

A I N

ASTER PED

ASTER DTL

+ 0 0 0

+ 0 0 6

0 0

p100

USER

ENG

R channel gain setting

ASTER

GAMMA : 0 . 4 5

PEDSTAL

+ 0 0 0

o100

(max.)

B GAIN

p100

USER

ENG

B channel gain setting

o100

(max.)

MASTER PED

MASTER DTL

p100

USER

ENG

Master pedestal level setting

H.DTL/V.DTL level setting

o100

(max.)

p15

USER

ENG

o15

MASTER

GAMMA

0.35

USER

ENG

Master gamma setting (in 0.01

increments). Different settings for

LOW, MID and HIGH can be stored in

the memory.

0.45

0.75

R PEDESTAL

G PEDESTAL

B PEDESTAL

p100

USER

ENG

R channel pedestal level setting

G channel pedestal level setting

B channel pedestal level setting

o100

(max.)

p100

USER

ENG

o100

(max.)

p100

USER

ENG

o100

(max.)

MARKER Screen

This page sets the setting for the marker displays inside the viewfinder.

Variable

range

display

ARKER

Item

Remarks

CENTER

SAFETY

ARK

CENTER MARK

OFF

USER

ENG

Center mark display ON/OFF

SAFETY ZONE

OFF

1–6

USER

ENG

Safety zone switching/display OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

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VF DISPLAY Screen

This page sets the setting for the display information inside the viewfinder.

VF D I SPLAY

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

D I SP DE : 3

EXTENDER

SHUTTER

TAPE

BATTERY

F I LTER

H I TE

A I N

LEVEL

I R I S

DISP MODE

1–3

USER

ENG

Display

Change

ETER :

FILTER

GAIN

I R I S

ERA I D

AWB

AUTO KNEE

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU

switch to SET displays the USER

menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the

SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons

simultaneously and setting the

MENU switch to SET displays the

ENG menu.

SHUTTER

ABB ATATUS

AWB STATUS

EXTENDER

SHUTTER

TAPE

OFF

USER

ENG

Extender display ON/OFF

OFF

USER

ENG

Shutter speed display ON/OFF

OFF

USER

ENG

Remaining tape length display ON/

OFF

BATTERY

FILTER

OFF

USER

ENG

Battery voltage display ON/OFF

OFF

USER

ENG

Filter No. display ON/OFF

WHITE

OFF

USER

ENG

AWB PRE/A/B display ON/OFF

GAIN

OFF

USER

ENG

Currently selected gain display ON/

OFF

LEVEL METER

CH1

CH1èCH2 ENG

OFF

USER

Audio level meter display selection.

CH1: The meter displays only the

CH1 signal level.

CH1èCH2: The meter displays both

the CH1 and CH2 signal levels.

OFF: No display

IRIS

SoIRIS ENG

OFF

USER

IRIS: Only the f-number is displayed.

SoIRIS: Both the super iris ON status

and f-number are displayed.

S: Only the super iris ON status is

displayed.

IRIS

OFF: Neither the super iris ON status

nor f-number is displayed.

CAMERA ID

OFF

USER

ENG

ID mixing ON/OFF during color bar

recording

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

CAMERA ID Screen

This page performs the camera ID settings. Each time the UP button is pressed, the character display changes in the order of

space, English letters (A to Z), numbers (0 to 9) and symbols [space, {, |, ), (, ’, ‘, --, _, x, /, !]. Pressing the DOWN button

changes the character display in the reverse order.

ERA I D

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

Camera ID input

†

I D : E E E E E E E E E E

ID: EEEEEEEEEE

——

USER

ENG

|Note{

Whether or not this set value is to be mixed is selected by setting CAMERA ID on

the VF DISPLAY screen to ON or OFF.

SHUTTER SPEED Screen

This page performs the shutter speed settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix (E) or

period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

SHUTTER SPEED

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

ESYNCHR

SUPER

SCAN

SYNCHRO

SCAN

OFF

ENG

Synchro scan shutter speed setting

E 1 / 1 0 0

E 1 / 1 2 0

E 1 / 2 5 0

E 1 / 5 0 0

E 1 / 1 0 0 0

E 1 / 2 0 0 0

SUPER V

OFF

SUPER V mode (vertical high-

resolution mode) setting

1/100

OFF

Shutter speed 1/100 setting ON/OFF

Shutter speed 1/120 setting ON/OFF

Shutter speed 1/250 setting ON/OFF

Shutter speed 1/500 setting ON/OFF

Shutter speed 1/1000 setting ON/OFF

Shutter speed 1/2000 setting ON/OFF

E: ON

1/120

OFF

: OFF

1/250

OFF

1/500

OFF

1/1000

1/2000

OFF

|Note{

The SUPER V mode setting is linked to the FUNCTION 2/5 menu setting.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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SYNCHRO SCAN Screen

This page performs the synchro scan settings.

Variable

range

display

SYNCHR

1 / 6 0 . 8

SCAN

Item

Remarks

SYNCHRO

SCAN

1/30.2

USER

ENG

Synchro shutter speed selection

1/60.8

1/250

! LED Screen

This page sets the ON/OFF setting for the ! LED display inside the viewfinder. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated

by displaying an asterix (E) or period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

! LED

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

A I N ( 0 dB )

A I N ( 3 dB )

ESHUTTER

H I TE PRESET

EEXTENDER

GAIN (0 dB)

OFF

ENG

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when the gain is any value

other than 0 dB.

F I LTER

SUPER

GAIN (p3 dB)

OFF

ENG

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when the gain is any value

other than p3 dB.

SHUTTER

OFF

ENG

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when the shutter is ON.

E: ON

: OFF

WHITE PRESET

EXTENDER

OFF

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when the AWB CH is PRESET.

OFF

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when the lens is in EXTENDER

mode.

FILTER

OFF

ENG

This is for selecting whether the LED is

to light at all times except when 3200K

and CLEAR are used in combination

for the filter.

SUPER V

OFF

This selects whether or not the LED is

lighted when SUPER V is ON.

|Note{

The ! LED lights when both GAIN (0 dB) and GAIN (p3 dB) are ON unless the gain is set to

p3 dB or 0 dB.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

SET UP CARD 1/2, 2/2 Screen

These pages set the loading, saving and configuration operations for the setup cards. Align “¢” with the desired item and

press the UP or DOWN button to perform the corresponding processing.

SET UP CARD 1 / 2

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

READ USER

READ

DATA

READ USER

DATA

——

USER

ENG

This is for loading the data contained

in the user area of the camera’s

memory.

SELECT

R I TE

SELECT

CARD C

NF I

READ

——

USER

ENG

Setup card data is read.

SELECT

USER

ENG

The file with the camera data which is

to be read from the setup card is

selected.

WRITE

——

USER

ENG

The camera data is written on the

setup card.

SELECT

USER

ENG

The file on the setup card in which the

camera data is to be written is

selected.

CARD CONFIG

——

USER

ENG

The setup card is formatted.

SET UP CARD 2 / 2

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

I D READ /

FUNC 1 ~ 2 R /

L / / H SET R /

LEVEL 1 ~ R /

R I TE

ID READ/WRITE

OFF

USER

ENG

CAMERA ID READ/WRITE is switched

ON or OFF when data is read from or

written on the set-up card.

ON: Read/write is enabled.

OFF: Read/write is disabled.

FUNC 1x2 R/W

OFF

USER

ENG

READ/WRITE for FUNCTION 1 and

FUNCTION 2 is switched ON or OFF

when data is read from or written on

the set-up card.

ON: Read/write is enabled.

OFF: Read/write is disabled.

L/M/H SET R/W

OFF

USER

ENG

READ/WRITE of gain value for LOW

SETTING, MID SETTING and HIGH

SETTING is switched ON or OFF

when data is read from or written on

the set-up card.

ON: Read/write is enabled.

OFF: Read/write is disabled.

LEVEL 1x6 R/W

OFF

USER

ENG

READ/WRITE for LEVEL 1/6, 2/6, 3/6,

4/6, 5/6 and 6/6 is switched ON or

OFF when data is read from or written

on the set-up card.

ON: Read/write is enabled.

OFF: Read/write is disabled.

FFor example, so as not to change the CAMERA ID when reading from, or writing to the SET UP CARD, the ID READ/WRITE

should be selected to OFF.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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MAIN FUNCTION Screen

This page performs the adjustment function settings.

A I N FUNCT I

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

REC . S I

REC

NAL : CA

4 E 3 / 5 0

: 5 0

REC. SIGNAL

CAM

VIDEO

ENG

Switching for the Video input signal to

be recorded

CAM: Camera input

RET

HECK

VIDEO: Input from the GENLOCK IN

connector

REC.MODE

16E9/50M ENG

4E3/50M

16E3/25M

The mode for recording the signals

onto the VTR is selected.

16E9/50M: 525i (16:9) signals are

recorded at 50 Mbps.

4E3/25M

4E3/50M: 525i (4:3) signals are

recorded at 50 Mbps.

16E3/25M: 525i (16:9) signals are

recorded at 25 Mbps.

4E3/25M: 525i (4:3) signals are

recorded at 25 Mbps.

PB MODE

RET SW

AUTO

50M

25M

ENG

Selection of playback mode.

AUTO: The recording mode is

automatically detected, and the tape is

played back in the mode detected.

50M: Playback in the 50M mode.

25M: Playback in the 25M mode.

REC

CHECK

CAM

This selects the RET SW function.

REC CHECK: The REC CHECK

operation is performed.

RET

MARKF

CAM RET: The return signal output

operation is performed.

(MARK): The MARK SW operation is

performed.

FThis is displayed when the Picture Link adaptor board (AJ-YAP900, optional accessory) has been installed.

BATT/TAPE ALARM Screen

The battery end and tape end audio warnings during shooting can be switched off if they become undesirable.

BATT / TAP

ALA

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

BATT NEAR END

BATT END

TAPE NEAR END

BATT NEAR END ON

OFF

ENG

Battery near end audio ON/OFF

TAP

END

BATT END

OFF

Battery end audio warning ON/OFF

TAPE NEAR

END

OFF

Tape near end audio warning ON/OFF

(A warning is given 3 minutes before

the tape end.)

TAPE END

ENG

Tape end audio warning ON/OFF

OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

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Setting Menu Screens

FUNCTION 1/5 Screen

This page performs the adjustment function 1 settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix

(E) or period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

FUNCT I

1 /

Variable

range

display

Item

DETAIL

Remarks

EDETA I

2D LPF

ESUPER COLO

TEST SA

E FLARE

EH - F

OFF

ENG

Detail (H, V) ON/OFF switching

(ON or OFF for both H and V together)

2D LPF

OFF

ON/OFF switching for 2-dimensional

LPF (Low Pass Filter) which reduces

color smear

PE .

SUPER COLOR

OFF

ENG

ON/OFF switching of the mode for

expanding the dynamic range of the

colors. Colors above the knee point

are boosted.

E: ON

: OFF

GAMMA

OFF

ENG

Gamma circuit ON/OFF switching

TEST SAW

FLARE

OFF

Test signal ON/OFF switching

OFF

Flare compensation ON/OFF switching

H-F COMPE.

ON/OFF switching of the mode for

OFF

increasing the detail in the high range.

FUNCTION 2/5 Screen

This page performs the adjustment function 2 settings.

Variable

range

display

FUNCT I

2 /

Item

SUPER V

Remarks

SUPER

F I LTER I NH

: FR

OFF

FRM1

FRM2

ENG

SUPER V ON/OFF switching

FRM1: Normal mode

FRM2: Residual image reduction mode

S .

CKLESS

B : N

DATA SAVE :

PTE

/ H

OLO

BARS

: S

: L /

A I N

R I S

FILTER INH

OFF

ENG

Switch that determines whether AWB

memory (Ach, Bch) data is stored for

each filter.

ON: Ach and Bch memory only (2

memory units), regardless of the filter.

OFF: Data is stored for each filter.

(4q2r8 memory units)

FSHOCKLESS AWB ensures that no

shock will occur when A/B/PRST set-

ting of the WHITE BAL switch is

changed. FAST (high speed), NORMAL

(normal speed) or SLOW (low speed)

can be set as the selection time.

SHOCKLESS

AWB

OFF

ENG

Shockless AWB ON (NORMAL/SLOW/

FAST)/OFF switching.F

NORMAL

SLOW

FAST

ECU DATA SAVE ON

OFF

ON: The data controlled by ECU is

stored in the memory.

OFF: The data is not stored in the

memory.

The underlined setting in the Vari-

able range column indicates the

preset mode.

COLOR BARS

S.GAIN OFF

SMPTE ENG

SNG

SMPTE: SMPTE color bar.

SNG: SNG (split) color bar.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU

switch to SET displays the USER

menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the

SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simul-

taneously and setting the MENU

switch to SET displays the ENG

menu.

S.GAIN ENG

L/M/H

Selection method for releasing the

super gain mode.

S.GAIN: This mode is released

using the SUPER GAIN switch only.

L/M/H: This mode is released by

changing the L/M/H switch setting.

S.IRIS INH

ENG

This is used to select the super iris

function.

ON: The super iris function is

OFF

disabled.

OFF: The super iris function is

enabled.

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FUNCTION 3/5 Screen

This page performs the adjustment function 3 settings.

Variable

range

display

FUNCT I

3 /

Item

Remarks

2 6P

REC STAR

PAU

I D

NTR

HUMID OPE

OFF

ENG

VTR operation selection when

condensation occurs.

ON: Operation continues normally.

OFF: All operations prohibited except

for POWER switch and EJECT button.

: N

T I

: DF

: USER

ER : 3 0

BATTERY SEL : N i Cd-1 2

VF D I SP

26P CONTROL

OFF

BOTH

ENG

26P remote control selection

OFF: Unit only (26P control does not

function.)

SET LD :

BOTH: Unit and 26P remote control

(TALLY LED indicates unit REC

status.)

ON: 26P remote control only (TALLY

LED indicates 26P VTR REC status.)

REC START

ALL

NORMAL

ENG

REC acceptance selection for VTR

START/STOP

ALL: REC accepted regardless of

VTR mode.

NORMAL: REC accepted only during

STOP (POWER SAVE) mode and

REC PAUSE mode.

TC MODE

UB MODE

NDF

ENG

Time code DF/NDF switching

DF: Drop frame mode

NDF: Non-drop frame mode

USER

REAL

EXT

LTC UB usage method selection

USER: User setting (fixed value)

REAL: Real-time operation according

to the TIME DATE time

GSPF

EXT: When there is external TC input,

the UBG value is slave locked. (When

there is no external input, the user

setting is used.)

(GPS): GPS is placed on UB when

the Picture Link function is used.

PAUSE TIMER

BATTERY SEL

ENG

Selection for the recording/pause hold

time.

10: 10 minutes

20: 20 minutes

30: 30 minutes

|Notes{

ÁSet SW201 on the CAM ENC

board to ON when 26P CON-

TROL is to be used.

ÁChange the time on the TIME/

DATE menu screen when the

REAL setting is used for UB

MODE.

NiCd-12 ENG

NiCd-13

NiCd-14

DIGITAL

Battery type selectionFF

NiCd-12: 12 V Nicad battery

NiCd-13: 13 V Nicad battery

NiCd-14: 14 V Nicad battery

DIGITAL: Digital battery

TCG VF DISP

OFF

ENG

Viewfinder time code display ON/OFF

ON: Time code is displayed.

OFF: Time code is not displayed.

FFThis is displayed when the Picture Link

adaptor board (AJ-YAP900, optional

accessory) has been installed.

TCG SET HOLD

OFF

TCG operation selection when TCG

SET>power OFF>power ON>REC

is selected.

FFEven if the BATTERY SEL is selected

to NiCd-12, 13 or 14, the camera auto-

matically senses whether or not an An-

ton Bauer’s Intelligent Battery is fitted.

In the case of an intelligent battery, a

numerical indication (percentage) of

power available is displayed in the

viewfinder. If the camera is usually

used with an intelligent battery, BAT-

TERY SEL should be set to DIGITAL.

ON: The fact that TCG SET has been

selected is stored in the memory when

the power is switched off, and

regeneration is not performed.

OFF: Regeneration is performed

without storing the fact that TCG SET

has been selected in the memory

when the power is switched off.

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FUNCTION 4/5 Screen

This page performs the adjustment function 4 settings.

Variable

range

display

FUNCT I

4 /

Item

Remarks

I C

4 0 dB

6 0 dB

REAR

L I NE

REAR AUD I

I C

I C CH1

I C CH2

FRONT POWER

OFF

ENG

ON: The phantom power is supplied

to the front microphone.

OFF: The phantom power is not

supplied to the front microphone.

1 / CH2

: + 4 dB

TERE

CUT CH1 :

CUT CH2 :

FRONT MIC

p40/

p50/

p60 dB

ENG

Camera microphone input level

selection

PHAS I S

I TER

TEST

L I

NORMAL

REAR MIC CH1

REAR MIC CH2

p40/

p50/

p60 dB

Rear jack AUDIO CH1 input

microphone level selection

p40/

p50/

p60 dB

Rear jack AUDIO CH2 input

microphone level selection

LINE CH1/CH2

REAR AUDIO

o4/0/

p6 dB

Rear jack AUDIO CH1/CH2 input line

input level selection

STEREO ENG

MONO

Audio CH1/CH2 rear jack input

selection

STEREO: Selects stereo input (CH1

input is recorded in CH1 and CH2

input is recorded in CH2.)

MONO: Selects monaural input (The

signals of CH1 and CH2 are mixed

and recorded in CH1 and CH2

respectively.)

MIC LOWCUT

CH1

OFF

ENG

CH1 INPUT high-pass filter ON/OFF

switching

MIC LOWCUT

CH2

OFF

CH2 INPUT high-pass filter ON/OFF

switching

EMPHASIS

OFF

Emphasis ON/OFF switching during

recording. The EE output signals are

also linked with the setting of this

switch.

LIMITER

OFF

ENG

Audio limiter ON/OFF switching

ON: The limiter functions.

OFF: The limiter does not function.

TEST TONE

NORMAL ENG

ALL

NORMAL: The TEST TONE signal is

output when the CAM/BAR switch is

set to BAR and the AUDIO IN switch

CH1 is set to FRONT.

ALL: The TEST TONE signal is

output when the CAM/BAR switch is

set to BAR.

|Notes{

ÁThe frequency response for MIC LOWCUT ON are 200 Hz to 10 kHz.

ÁLIMITER initiates the limiter operation at a level equivalent to 3 dB below the peak

(o18 dB).

ÁAUDIO SELECT initiates the limiter operation at the MAN setting and the AGC op-

eration at the AUTO setting.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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FUNCTION 5/5 Screen

This page performs the adjustment function 5 settings.

FUNCT I

5 / 5

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

V I DE

ENU

VIDEO OUT

OFF

ENG

This is for selecting whether

characters are to be displayed for the

VIDEO OUT signals.

MENU ON: Characters are displayed.

MENU OFF: Characters are not

displayed.

SUPER GAIN screen

The gain values to be allocated to the SUPER GAIN switch are set on this screen.

SUPER

A I N

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

E 3 0 dB

30 dB

OFF

ENG

This selects the gain applying when

the SUPER GAIN switch is pressed.

|Note{

When all the gain values have been assigned, the gain is switched in succession to

30 dB or OFF every time the SUPER GAIN switch is pressed.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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LOW SETTING Screen

This page sets the low level.

SETT I N

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

ASTER

H . DTL LEVEL

V . DTL EVEL

DTL

H . DTL FRE

A I N

0 dB

: 1 0

: 0 3

: 0 4

: 0 0

MASTER GAIN

p3 dB

ENG

Gains of p3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21,

24 and 30 dB can be set.

R I N

0 dB

DAR

LEV

DTL

DEPEND : 0 0

MM : 0 . 4 5

BLACK STRETCH :

ATR I X TABLE

30 dB

ASTER

H.DTL LEVEL

V.DTL LEVEL

DTL CORING

H.DTL FREQ.

H.DTL (detail) level setting

V.DTL (detail) level setting

DTL coring setting

H.DTL frequency selection

1: 2.5 MHz

2: 3 MHz

3: 3.5 MHz

4: 4 MHz

5: 4.5 MHz

DARK DTL

ENG

Dark detail setting

It boosts the detail of the black areas.

LEVEL DEPEND.

LEVEL DEPEND. setting

It eliminates the detail only in the dark

areas when the Y detail is boosted.

The higher the number selected, the

wider the range across which the detail

is eliminated.

MASTER

GAMMA

0.35

ENG

Master gamma setting 0.01 steps

0.45

|Note{

0.75

DARK DTL and LEVEL DEPEND

function in a mutually opposite way:

LEVEL DEPEND is automatically

set to 0 when DARK DTL is set to a

value other than 0; and DARK DTL

is automatically set to 0 when LEV-

EL DEPEND is set to a value other

than 0.

BLACK

STRETCH

OFF

ENG

ON/OFF switching for mode which

compensates low-illumination

black-out

MATRIX TABLE

OFF

Color compensation table selection

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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MID SETTING Screen

This page sets the middle level.

Variable

range

display

SETT I N

Item

Remarks

ASTER

H . DTL LEVEL

V . DTL EVEL

DTL

H . DTL FRE

A I N

9 dB

: 1 0

MASTER GAIN

p3 dB

ENG

Gains of p3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21,

24 and 30 dB can be set.

: 0 7

: 0 6

: 0 4

: 0 0

R I N

9 dB

DAR

LEV

DTL

DEPEND : 0 1

MM : 0 . 4 5

BLACK STRETCH :

ATR I X TABLE

30 dB

ASTER

H.DTL LEVEL

V.DTL LEVEL

ENG

H.DTL (detail) level setting

V.DTL (detail) level setting

DTL CORING

H.DTL FREQ.

ENG

DTL coring setting

H.DTL frequency selection

1: 2.5 MHz

2: 3 MHz

4: 4 MHz

5: 4.5 MHz

3: 3.5 MHz

DARK DTL

ENG

Dark detail setting

It boosts the detail of the black areas.

LEVEL DEPEND.

LEVEL DEPEND. setting

It eliminates the detail only in the dark

areas when the Y detail is boosted.

The higher the number selected, the

wider the range across which the detail

is eliminated.

MASTER

GAMMA

0.35

ENG

Master gamma setting 0.01 steps

0.45

|Note{

0.75

DARK DTL and LEVEL DEPEND

function in a mutually opposite way:

LEVEL DEPEND is automatically

set to 0 when DARK DTL is set to a

value other than 0; and DARK DTL

is automatically set to 0 when LEV-

EL DEPEND is set to a value other

than 0.

BLACK

STRETCH

OFF

ENG

ON/OFF switching for mode which

compensates low-illumination

black-out

MATRIX TABLE

OFF

Color compensation table selection

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

HIGH SETTING Screen

This page sets the high level.

I G

SETT I NG

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

ASTER

H . DTL LEVEL

V . DTL EVEL

DTL

H . DTL FRE

DAR DTL

LEVEL DEPEND : 0 2

ASTER MM : 0 . 5 5

BLACK STRETCH :

ATR I X TABLE

A I N

: 1 8 dB

: 0 8

MASTER GAIN

p3 dB

ENG

Gains of p3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18, 21,

24 and 30 dB can be set.

: 0 7

: 1 0

: 0 4

R I N

18 dB

: 0 0

30 dB

H.DTL LEVEL

V.DTL LEVEL

DTL CORING

H.DTL FREQ.

H.DTL (detail) level setting

V.DTL (detail) level setting

DTL coring setting

H.DTL frequency selection

1: 2.5 MHz

2: 3 MHz

3: 3.5 MHz

4: 4 MHz

5: 4.5 MHz

DARK DTL

ENG

Dark detail setting

It boosts the detail of the black areas.

LEVEL DEPEND.

LEVEL DEPEND. setting

MASTER

GAMMA

0.35

ENG

LEVEL DEPEND. setting

It eliminates the detail only in the dark

areas when the Y detail is boosted.

The higher the number selected, the

wider the range across which the detail

is eliminated.

0.55

0.75

|Note{

DARK DTL and LEVEL DEPEND

function in a mutually opposite way:

LEVEL DEPEND is automatically

set to 0 when DARK DTL is set to a

value other than 0; and DARK DTL

is automatically set to 0 when LEV-

EL DEPEND is set to a value other

than 0.

BLACK

STRETCH

OFF

ENG

ON/OFF switching for mode which

compensates low-illumination

black-out

MATRIX TABLE

OFF

Color compensation table selection

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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LEVEL 1/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 1 settings.

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

LEVEL 1 / 6

C DTL

CHR

KNEE APERT

SL I DTL

RNER DTL

DTL

PE .

OFF

C DTL COMPE.

OFF

ENG

Chroma DTL ON/OFF switching

: 0 0

CHROMA DTL

0–2

ENG

Chroma DTL settingF

DTL

A I N ( + )

: + 0 0

: + 1 6

: 1 4

KNEE

APERTURE

OFF

Knee aperture ON/OFF switching

Detail above the knee point is boosted.

A I N

(

)

DTL CL I P

H . DTL L I NE

I X : 1H

SLIM DTL

OFF

ENG

ON/OFF switching for mode which

narrows detail

CORNER DTL

DTL GAIN (o)

OFF

ON/OFF switching for mode which

increases edge resolution

FIt detects the chroma edge and places

on Y to boost the H detail. The higher

the number selected, the greater the

compensation.

p31

This changes the H detail level in the

“o” direction.

o31

DTL GAIN (p)

p31

o16

o31

ENG

This changes the H detail level in the

“p” direction.

DTL CLIP

This changes the clipping of the detail

signals in the positive direction.

H.DTL LINE MIX

ENG

This sets the scanning line addition for

generating the horizontal detail signal.

LEVEL 2/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 2 settings.

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

LEVEL 2 / 6

SK I N

NE DTL

NE HUE

NE LEVEL : 2 5

SKIN TONE DTL

OFF

ENG

Skin tone detail ON/OFF switching

: 1 0 3

I DTH : 1 5

R I N : 0 5

SKIN TONE HUE

103

Skin tone hue setting

(This sets the phase of the skin tone

detection range.)

NE ZEBRA

143

It changes the hue in the phase

direction.

SKIN TONE

LEVEL

ENG

Skin tone level setting

(This sets the intensity of the colors in

the skin tone detection range.)

It changes the level in the amplitude

direction.

FThis sets the range of the colors han-

dled as the skin tone on the basis of the

colors set by SKIN TONE HUE and

LEVEL. The higher the number select-

ed, the wider the skin tone range.

SKIN TONE

WIDTH

Skin tone width settingF

SKIN TONE

CORING

1–5–15 ENG

Skin tone coring setting

This changes the amount of SKIN

TONE range detail.

|Note{

SKIN TONE

ZEBRA

OFF

ENG

This sets ZEBRA in the SKIN TONE

range to ON or OFF.

This changes the coring in the range

across which ZEBRA can be seen.

Only numbers are displayed while the

variable range of any item except SKIN

TONE ZEBRA ON/OFF is being

changed.

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Setting Menu Screens

LEVEL 3/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 3 settings.

LEVEL 3 / 6

Variable

range

display

Item

M.PED

Remarks

. PED

: + 0 0 0

: 7 . 5

: 8 5

SET

ANUAL KNEE

KNEE I NT

KNEE SL PE

p100

ENG

M.PED (Master pedestal level) setting

H I TE CL

TE CL I P LVL : 1 1 0

I NT : 8 5

AUTO KNEE LEVEL : 1 1 0

o100

AUTO KNEE

SET UP

ENG

Setup level switching

7.5%

7.5%A

0%: 0% setup for both camera output

and tape.

7.5%: 7.5% setup for both camera

output and tape.

7.5%A: 7.5% setup for camera output;

0% setup for tape.

FWhen the setting is changed to 0% or

7.5%, chroma and burst levels on the

CAM ENC board are required to

adjust again.

MANUAL KNEE

KNEE POINT

OFF

ENG

Mode setting when AUTO KNEE

switch is set to OFF

75%

Manual knee point position setting

85%

90%

KNEE SLOPE

ENG

Manual knee inclination setting

WHITE CLIP

OFF

White clip ON/OFF switching

White clip level setting

WHITE CLIP LVL

90%

110%

AUTO KNEE

POINT

75%

ENG

Auto knee point position setting

Maximum auto knee level setting

85%

90%

AUTO KNEE

LEVEL

100

110

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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LEVEL 4/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 4 settings.

Variable

range

display

LEVEL 4 / 6

Item

R FLARE

Remarks

Rch flare setting

The preset value differs according to

the camera.

FLARE

---

ENG

LARE

: + 0

: + 0 0

100

G FLARE

B FLARE

R GAMMA

Gch flare setting

The preset value differs according to

the camera.

100

Bch flare setting

The preset value differs according to

the camera.

100

p15

Rch gamma compensation value for

the master gamma.

o00

o15

B GAMMA

p15

ENG

Bch gamma compensation value for

the master gamma.

o00

o15

|Note{

The R FLARE, G FLARE and B FLARE will not be initialized even when the initial-

ization (default setting) operation is performed.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

LEVEL 5/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 5 settings.

LEVEL 5 / 6

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

ATR I X TABLE : A

ATR I X

: + 0 0

MATRIX TABLE

ENG

Color adjustment table selection

MATRIX R–G

MATRIX R–B

MATRIX G–R

MATRIX G–B

MATRIX B–R

MATRIX B–G

p31

Color adjustment

o31

p31

ENG

o31

p31

o31

p31

o31

p31

o31

p31

o31

|Note{

The white balance and black balance remain unchanged even when the MATRIX

items are changed.

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

|Note{

All settings are “00” for the preset mode of MATRIX TABLE B.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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LEVEL 6/6 Screen

This page performs the camera setup level 6 settings.

LEVEL 6 / 6

Variable

range

display

Item

H PHASE

Remarks

PHASE

PHASE F I NE

SC PHA

A . I R I S

ARSE : 0 7

: 1 2 8

COARSE : 0

ENG

H phase rough adjustment during

GENLOCK mode.

COARSE

F I NE

EVEL

: 1 2 8

: 0 4 5

/ AVE : 0 5 0

: N

: 1 0 0

A .

R I S

I R I S LEVEL

H PHASE FINE

ENG

H phase fine adjustment during

GENLOCK mode.

128

255

SC PHASE

COARSE

ENG

SC phase rough adjustment during

GENLOCK mode.

SC PHASE FINE

SC phase fine adjustment during

GENLOCK mode.

128

255

A.IRIS LEVEL

ENG

Auto iris target value setting

The brightness (iris) is controlled using

this value. The higher the number

selected, the greater the brightness.

100

A.IRIS PEAK/

AVE.

Auto iris peak: average value ratio

setting

The closer the selected value is to 0,

the greater the tendency toward AVE

control; the closer the selected value is

to 100, the greater the tendency

toward PEAK control.

100

A.IRIS MODE

S.IRIS LEVEL

NORM1

NORM2

CENTR

ENG

Auto iris mode selection

NORM1: Light metering over entire

screen (except for edges).

NORM2: Light metering over entire

screen (except for top).

CENTR: The light is measured only at

the screen center.

Super iris target value setting

(Backlight compensation mode)

100

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

VF OPERATION Screen

This page performs the viewfinder display settings.

PERAT I

Variable

range

display

Item

VF OUT

Remarks

VF OUT selection

NAM (N Additive Mix): Signals with the

highest level among R, G and B are

output.

: Y

: 2

ZEBRA1 DETECT : 0 7

ZEBRA2 DETECT : 0 8 5

ZEBRA2 SPO

VF DTL

NAM

ENG

VF DTL

ENG

VF DTL selection

The detail of the VF signals is further

boosted. At the “0” setting, the detail is

the same as the main line.

ZEBRA1

DETECT

ZEBRA1 DETECT level (IRE value)

setting

110

ZEBRA2

DETECT

ZEBRA2 DETECT level (IRE value)

setting

110

ZEBRA2

OFF

SPOT

ZEBRA2 ON/OFF switching and SPOT

selection

FWhen ZEBRA2 is set to SPOT, set

Fthe ZEBRA2 DETECT value higher

Fthan the ZEBRA1 DETECT value. If

Fthe ZEBRA2 DETECT value is less

Fthan the ZEBRA1 DETECT value, the

FZEBRA pattern will not be displayed.

LENS ADJ Screen

This page performs the lens adjustments. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix (E) or period

( ) in front of the item on the screen.

LENS ADJ

ADJ

Variable

range

display

Item

F2.8 ADJ

Remarks

F1 6 ADJ

ENG

Voltage is output only when selected

by the cursor (arrow).

——

F16 ADJ

ENG

Voltage is output only when selected

by the cursor (arrow).

|Note{

When using a lens which allows the lens iris open or close end to be adjusted, set

either “F2.8 ADJ” or “F16 ADJ” to ON and repeatedly adjust the lens iris until it is

“F2.8” or “F16”, respectively. (This adjustment need not be performed if the lens

does not have this adjustment function.)

E: ON

: OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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TIME DATE Screen

This page performs the date and time settings. After the date and time have been changed, pressing the UP or DOWN buttons

executes the settings.

Variable

range

display

T I

E / DATE

Item

Remarks

YEAR

: 9 8

DAY

NTH : 0 1

YEAR

98 to 10 ENG

Year setting

Month setting

Day setting

: 0 1

: 0 0

OUR

I NUTE : 0 0

MONTH

DAY

1 to 12

1 to 31

0 to 23

0 to 59

——

ENG

«T

E / DATE

HOUR

Hour setting

Minute setting

MINUTE

TIME/DATE SET

Date/time confirmation

E: ON

: OFF

|Note{

The seconds are cannot be set. The time always starts from the zero second

setting.

MENU SELECT 1/3 Screen

This page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an

asterix (E) or period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

ENU SELECT 1 / 3

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

ARKER

EVF D I SPLAY

ECA ERA I D

SHUTTER SPEED

ROP

OFF

ENG

ROP MENU item user menu display

ON/OFF

MARKER

OFF

MARKER item user menu display

ON/OFF

ESYNCHR

SCAN

! LED

ESET UP CARD 1 / 2

VF DISPLAY

CAMERA ID

OFF

VF DISPLAY item user menu display

ON/OFF

SET UP CARD 2 / 2

A I N FUNCT I

OFF

CAMERA ID item user menu display

ON/OFF

E: ON

: OFF

SHUTTER

SPEED

OFF

SHUTTER SPEED item user menu

display ON/OFF

SYNCHRO

SCAN

OFF

SYNCHRO SCAN item user menu

display ON/OFF

!LED

OFF

!LED item user menu display ON/OFF

SET UP CARD

1/2

OFF

SET UP CARD 1/2 item user menu

display ON/OFF

SET UP CARD

2/2

OFF

SET UP CARD 2/2 item user menu

display ON/OFF

MAIN FUNCTION ON

OFF

MAIN FUNCTION item user menu

display ON/OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

MENU SELECT 2/3 Screen

This page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an

asterix (E) or period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

ENU SELECT 2 / 3

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

BATT / TAPE ALAR

FUNCT I

SUPER

1 / 5

2 / 5

3 / 5

4 / 5

5 / 5

BATT/TAPE

ALARM

OFF

ENG

BATT/TAPE ALARM item user menu

display ON/OFF

ON: This switches the display ON.

OFF: This switches the display OFF.

A I N

SETT I N

FUNCTION 1/5

FUNCTION 2/5

FUNCTION 3/5

FUNCTION 4/5

FUNCTION 5/5

SUPER GAIN

LOW SETTING

MID SETTING

HIGH SETTING

OFF

ENG

FUNCTION 1/5 item user menu

display ON/OFF

I D SETT I N

H I

SETT I NG

OFF

FUNCTION 2/5 item user menu

display ON/OFF

E: ON

: OFF

OFF

FUNCTION 3/5 item user menu

display ON/OFF

OFF

FUNCTION 4/5 item user menu

display ON/OFF

OFF

FUNCTION 5/5 item user menu

display ON/OFF

OFF

SUPER GAIN item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

LOW SETTING item user menu

display ON/OFF

OFF

MID SETTING item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

HIGH SETTING item user menu

display ON/OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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MENU SELECT 3/3 Screen

This page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an

asterix (E) or period ( ) in front of the item on the screen.

ENU SELECT 3 / 3

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

LEVEL 1 / 6

LEVEL 2 / 6

LEVEL 3 / 6

LEVEL 4 / 6

LEVEL 5 / 6

LEVEL 6 / 6

LEVEL 1/6

OFF

ENG

LEVEL 1/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

LEVEL 2/6

LEVEL 3/6

LEVEL 4/6

LEVEL 5/6

LEVEL 6/6

VF OPERATION

LENS ADJ

TIME/DATE

OFF

LEVEL 2/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

PERAT I O

LENS ADJ

T I E / DATE

OFF

LEVEL 3/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

LEVEL 4/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

E: ON

: OFF

OFF

LEVEL 5/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

LEVEL 6/6 item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

VF OPERATION item user menu

display ON/OFF

OFF

LENS ADJ item user menu display

ON/OFF

OFF

TIME/DATE item user menu display

ON/OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Setting Menu Screens

AUTO SHADING Screen

This page performs the auto shading settings. Align the arrow with the desired BLACK or WHITE item and press the UP or

DOWN button to execute the setting.

AUT

SHAD I N

Variable

range

display

Item

BLACK

Remarks

BLACK

(

)

H I TE V . SA

——

ENG

Auto black shading (digital) activated

Auto white shading (V. SAW) activated

Digital black shading compensation

BLACK CO

H I TE

WHITE (V. SAW)

BLACK COMPE

OFF

WHITE COMPE

ENG

Digital white shading compensation

OFF

The underlined setting in the Variable range column indicates the preset mode.

INITIALIZE Screen

This page resets the menu display item settings. Aligning the cursor (arrow) with the item and pressing the UP or DOWN

button resets the settings.

Variable

range

display

I N I T I AL I ZE

Item

Remarks

REA

FACT RY DATA

R I TE USER DATA

READ FACTORY

DATA

——

ENG

Restoration of factory data

WRITE USER

DATA

——

This is for saving the current settings

in the user area of the camera’s

memory.

|Note{

The camera ID does not return to the default settings.

DIAGNOSTIC Screen

This page displays the unit’s operating conditions and software version.

D I A

ST I C

Variable

range

display

Item

Remarks

DRU

PERAT I

RUNN I N

THREAD I N

: 0 0 0 0 0

∑

1 0 h

∑

1 0 h

1 0

OPERATION

DRUM RUNNING

THREADING

VTR SYSCON

CAM SYSCON

DATA ROM

——

ENG

——

ENG

Operating time with the power ON

Drum rotating time

VTR SYSC

Ve r 1 . 0

Ve r 1 . 0 0 0 0

XX . XX . XX

DATA

SYSC

Loading time

Software version display

Menu screen display methods

USER menu: Setting the MENU switch to SET displays the USER menu.

ENG menu: Holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons simultaneously and setting the MENU switch to SET displays

the ENG menu.

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Warning System

If trouble is detected immediately after the power is turned on or during operation, the display window (LCD), WARNING lamp,

lamps inside the viewfinder, and warning tones from the speaker and earphone inform the operator of trouble.

Display window (LCD)

Lamps

Remain-

Warning ing

display battery

Remain-

ing tape

length

Warning

tone

Warning

contents

VTR (section)

operation

WARN-

ING

lamp

Countermeasures

Warning

display

REC

lamp

Item

status

level

display

Clean the heads.

If images still

cannot be

recorded properly

after the heads

are cleaned,

Head clogging is

detected and a

warning tone

Emitted

4 times

per

second

F1)

Flashes Flashes

4 times 4 times

Video head

clogging,

recording

Lighted

F1)

per

emitted. Images

second second

system trouble may not be

recorded properly. consult your

dealer.

Turn off the power

and consult your

dealer. (Lamps

may flash briefly

and then go off

when tape running

starts, but this

does not indicate

trouble.)

Recording

continues, but

images may not

be recorded

properly.

Flashes Flashes Emitted

4 times 4 times 4 times The servo is

SERVO

SERVO Lighted

per

out of order.

second second second

Emitted

4 times

per

second

F1)

If tape running

stops and the

Recording

continues, but

stops if tape

sticking occurs.

Playback, fast

forward and

rewind operation

stops.

HUMID display

does not go off

even when the

power is turned off

and then on again,

wait until the

Flashes

4 times

per

HUMID

HUMID Lighted

Lighted

Condensation

second

Continu-

ous

tone F2)

display goes off.

An error code

appears in the

time code display code in the display

position of the

display window

(LCD) and the

VTR stops.

Check the error

Flashes Flashes

4 times 4 times

Continu-

ous

tone

Tape wind-up

trouble

SLACK

SLACK Flashes

window (see

page 127) and

consult your

dealer.

per

second second

F1) During recording

F2) During playback, fast forward or rewind

|Note{

If a cleaning tape is not available to deal with video head clogging, etc., first es-

tablish the STOP mode and then press the STOP button again while the RESET

button on the side panel is kept depressed. While these buttons are held down,

the cleaning roller will clean the heads for a maximum of 10 seconds.

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Warning System

Display window (LCD)

Lamps

Remain-

ing

battery

level

Remain-

ing tape

length

Warning

tone

Warning

contents

VTR (section)

operation

WARN-

ING

lamp

Countermeasures

Warning Warning

display display

status

REC

lamp

Item

display

1 of the

7 bars

displayed;

5-0

display

inside

the

viewfinder

flashes

Flashes

1 time

per

Flashes Emitted

The tape is

nearing its

end.

Flashes

1 time

per

4 times

per

Operation

continues.

Replace the tape

as necessary.

F1)

E TAPE

secondF1) second second

TAPE END

Flashes

4 times

per

Recording,

Continu- The tape has

Replace the

cassette or rewind

the tape.

All 7 bars

displayed

playback or fast

forward operation

stops.

Flashes

Lighted

ous

reached its

end.

tone

second

Flashes Flashes Emitted

1 of the

Flashes 7 bars

The battery

has almost run

out.

Replace the

battery as

necessary.

1 time

per

1 time

per

4 times

per

Operation

continues.

displayed

BATTERY E BATT

END

second second secondF1)

Flashes

Continu-

4 times

All 7 bars

displayed

The battery

has run out.

Replace the

battery.

Flashes

Lighted

ous

Operation stops.

per

tone

second

F1) During recording

F2) During playback, fast forward or rewind

|Notes{

ÁWhen trouble occurs with the external VTR connected to the unit, warnings are displayed only by the unit’s REC and TALLY

lamps.

ÁWhen connecting the external VTR to the 26-pin/12-pin output adaptor and recording simultaneously with the internal and

external VTRs, the REC and TALLY lamps flash if trouble occurs in either VTR. Check the warning displays of each VTR to

confirm the error contents.

Warning system priorities are as follows.

1 SLACK

2 BATTERY END

3 TAPE END

4 BATTERY NEAR END

5 TAPE NEAR END

6 HUMID

7 SERVO

8 RF

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Emergency eject

If the cassette cannot be ejected by pressing the EJECT button, use a screwdriver or similar tool

to press and turn the EMERGENCY screw. This enables the cassette to be removed.

Set the power to OFF.

Remove the rubber cap where shown in the figure. Insert a Phillips head screwdriver into

the cross-shaped part of the EMERGENCY screw (red).

While pushing in with the screwdriver, turn the EMERGENCY screw counterclockwise until

the tape is ejected.

1 This screw needs to be rotated through about 30 turns after the first turn until the unload-

ing can be started.

2 This screw needs to be rotated through about 120 turns after the first turn until the tape

is ejected.

Remove the cassette.

Return the rubber cap to its original position.

|Notes{

1. Do not turn the EMERGENCY screw except in an emergency.

2. Do not turn the screw clockwise. Stop turning the screw as soon as the tape is ejected. Oth-

erwise, the mechanism may be damaged.

3. After the tape is ejected, the cassette holder will not lock into placed even when an attempt is

made to close it. Be sure to turn the power off and turn it back on to reset the mechanism’s

operation, and then close the cassette holder.

4. A clicking sound will be heard when the EMERGENCY screw is turned: this sound is made

by the real drive operation and is therefore not indicative of a malfunction.

Cassette holder

A Set the power to OFF.

C Push in and turn at the same time.

This screw needs to be rotated through about 30 turns after

the first turn until the unloading can be started.

This screw needs to be rotated through about 120 turns after

the first turn until the tape is ejected.

EMERGENCY screw

Error Codes

When an error occurs in the unit for some reason or other, the following error codes appear in

the display window.

Code

Contents

No.

Solenoid trouble

The servo is not locked.

Condensation has occurred.

Supply reel trouble

Take-up reel trouble

Capstan trouble

Cylinder trouble

Loading trouble

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Maintenance

Condensation

If the unit is moved from a cold location to a warm location or used in areas with high humidity,

the moisture in the air may adhere as water droplets on the head drum. This is called condensa-

tion, and if the tape is run under these conditions, it will easily stick to the drum. Therefore, the

following points should be observed.

ÁIf the unit is moved under conditions where condensation may occur, eject the tape.

ÁBefore inserting the tape, set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID display in

the display window is not lighted. If the HUMID display is lighted, do not insert the tape until the

display goes off.

The HUMID display

is not lighted.

Cleaning the Video Heads

Use the AJ-CL12MP cleaning cassette when head cleaning is required. Improper use of the

cleaning cassette may damage the video heads. Therefore, read the Handling Instructions for

the cleaning tape carefully before use.

Cleaning the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

ÁDo not use thinner or other solvents to remove dirt from the viewfinder.

ÁWipe the lens with lens cleaner available on the market.

ÁAbsolutely do not wipe the mirror. If dirt, etc. has adhered to the mirror, remove it using a air

blower available on the market.

Characteristic Phenomenon of CCD Cameras

Smear

Smear occurs when shooting high-intensity subjects, and occurs more easily as the electronic

shutter speed increases.

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Inspections Before Shooting

Perform the following inspections before shooting to check that all systems are operating prop-

erly. Checking the image with a color monitor is recommended.

Inspection Preparations

Insert a charged battery pack.

Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID display does not appear and that

five or more bars of the remaining battery level display are lighted.

ÁIf the HUMID display appears, wait until the display goes off.

ÁIf five or more bars of the remaining battery level display are not lighted, replace the bat-

tery pack with a sufficiently charged battery pack.

Check that there are no cables, etc. around the cassette holder and top panel, and then

press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder.

Check the following items, and then insert a cassette and close the cassette holder.

ÁThe cassette is not set to the write protect status.

ÁThere is no slack in the tape.

Inspecting the Camera Section

Set the switches as follows.

WHITE BAL: A or B

OUTPUT: BARS

Gain: Normally, set to 0 dB. When it is too

dark, it is set to the appropriate gain.

Iris: AUTO

Zoom: AUTO

VTR SAVE/STBY: STBY

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Inspections Before Shooting

Inspecting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

Adjust the position of the viewfinder.

Check that the color bar appears on the viewfinder screen, and then adjust the BRIGHT,

CONTRAST and PEAKING controls so that the color bar appears clearly on the viewfinder.

Check the following items.

(1) Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET and check that the setting menu appears on

the viewfinder screen.

(2) Press the PAGE button and check that the setting menu page changes.

(3) Press the SHIFT/ITEM switch and check that the cursor moves within the page.

(4) Press the UP or DOWN button to check that the setting or ON/OFF display of the item

selected with the cursor changes.

Set the OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch to CAM, and change the CC and ND filter knob set-

tings. Check that the number of the FILTER display on the viewfinder screen changes in

accordance with the knob position.

Perform the following operations to check that the (!) lamp lights when the items set to ON

at the (!) LED page are operated.

(1) Set the gain to any value other than 0 dB with the GAIN switch.

(2) Set the SHUTTER switch to ON.

(3) Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.

(4) Insert the lens extender.

(5) Set the FILTER knob to any position other than “1”.

Press the SHUTTER switch repeatedly from the ON position to the SEL side and check that

the shutter setting on the viewfinder screen changes.

Aim the lens at an appropriate subject and turn the focus ring to bring the subject into focus.

Check the image appearing in the viewfinder.

Set both the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 switches to FRONT [MIC] and set LEVEL METER on

the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu to CH1. Check that the audio level appears on

the viewfinder screen when sound is input from the microphone connected to the MIC IN

jack on the front panel. Then, check that the audio level disappears from the viewfinder

screen when LEVEL METER on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu is set to OFF.

Check that the zebra pattern appears on the viewfinder screen when the ZEBRA switch is

set to ON, and disappears when the ZEBRA switch is set to OFF.

|Note{

The items and functions in steps 3 to 6 may not be displayed or may not operate depending on

the setting conditions. Set the unit to engineer mode, set DISPLAY MODE on the VF DISPLAY

page of the setting menu to “3”, and then set the required items at the SHUTTER SPEED, (!)

LED and MENU SELECT 1/3 to 3/3 pages.

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Inspecting the Iris and Zoom Functions

Set the zoom to electric zoom mode and check the electric zoom operation. Check that

the image changes to telephoto and wide angle.

Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the manual zoom operation. Turn the

manual zoom lever and check that the image changes to telephoto and wide angle.

Set the iris to automatic adjustment mode and aim the lens at subjects with differing

brightness to check that the automatic iris adjustment functions.

Set the iris to manual adjustment mode and turn the iris ring to check the manual iris ad-

justment.

Hold down the instant iris automatic adjustment button and aim the lens at subjects with

differing brightness to check the instant iris automatic adjustment performance.

Return the iris to automatic adjustment mode and change the GAIN switch setting toL, M

and H to check the following items.

ÁThe iris is adjusted with respect to subjects with the same brightness in accordance with

the switch setting.

ÁThe gain value display on the viewfinder screen changes in accordance with the switch

setting.

When a lens with an extender is mounted, set the extender to the used position to check

that the extender functions properly.

Perform “(1) Tape Running Inspections” to “(4) Earphone and Speaker Inspections” below consecutively.

Inspecting the VTR Section

(1) Tape Running Inspections

Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE and check that the VTR SAVE lamp inside the

viewfinder lights.

Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY and check that the VTR SAVE lamp goes off.

Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

Set the DISPLAY switch to CTL.

Press the unit’s VTR START button and check the following items.

ÁThe tape reels turn.

ÁThe counter display number changes.

ÁThe REC lamp inside the viewfinder lights.

ÁThe RF and SERVO lamps in the display window do not light.

Press the unit’s VTR START button again. Check that the tape stops and the REC lamp

inside the viewfinder goes off.

Check the same operations as in steps 5 and 6 using the VTR button of the lens.

Press the RESET button and check that the counter display number changes to

“00:00:00:00”.

Set the LIGHT switch to ON and check that the display window is illuminated.

Press the REW button and then press the PLAY button after the tape has rewound for a

while. Check that the recording, playback and rewind operations are performed properly.

Press the FF button and check that fast forward operation is performed properly.

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Inspections Before Shooting

(2) Inspection of Audio Level Automatic Adjustment Functions

Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch to AUTO.

Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to FRONT [MIC].

Aim a microphone connected to the MIC IN jack at an appropriate sound source and check

that the level display for both CH1 and CH2 changes in accordance with the sound level.

(3) Inspection of Audio Level Manual Adjustment Functions

Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to FRONT [MIC].

Set the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch to MAN.

Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 controls and check that the level display increases when

the controls are turned to the right.

(4) Earphone and Speaker Inspections

Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY.

Turn the MONITOR control and check that the speaker volume changes.

Connect an earphone to the PHONES jack. Check that the sound to the speaker is cut off

and that the microphone sound can be heard from the earphone.

Turn the MONITOR control and check that the earphone volume changes.

(5) Inspections when Using an External Microphone

Connect an external microphone to the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors.

Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to REAR [MIC].

Aim the microphone at a sound source and check that the audio level meter in the display

window and the audio level display inside the viewfinder change in accordance with the

sound level. Each channel can also be checked separately by connecting a single micro-

phone to each channel.

(6) Time Code and User Bit-Related Inspections

Set the user bit as necessary.

ÁSee “Setting the User Bit” (page 78) for a description of setting methods.

Set the time code.

ÁSee “Setting the Time Code” (page 77) for a description of setting methods.

Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.

Press the VTR START button.

Check that the tape runs and the counter display number changes.

Press the VTR START button again.

Check that the tape stops and the counter display number stops changing.

Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to F-RUN.

Check that the counter display number changes regardless of the tape running status.

Set the DISPLAY switch to UB.

Check that the set user bit is displayed.

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Specifications

General

Power supply voltage:

Power consumption:

DC 12 V

AJ-D900W: 28 W (including accessory viewfinder)

AJ-D900WA: 26 W (not including accessory viewfinder)

Operating temperature:

Storage temperature:

Operating humidity:

Continuous operating time:

Weight:

32uF to 104uF

p4uF to 140uF

Less than 85% (relative humidity)

Approx. 90 min. (using 1 Anton Bauer Trimpac 14 battery)

Approx. 14.52 lbs (6.6 kg) (incld. main unit, viewfinder, lens,

battery pack, tape and microphone)

4¹³/16½ (W)q8¹/16½ (exclud. handle) (H)q12³/8½ (D)

122.5q204q313 mm

Dimensions:

Camera Section

Pick-up devices:

System:

Picture elements:

Spectral system:

Built-in filters:

2/3-inch on-chip M-FIT type of CCD

RGB 3-CCD system

520,000 pixel

F1.4 prism system

A; Cross

B; 3200K

C; 4300K

D; 6300K

1; Clear

2; 1/4 ND

3; 1/16 ND

4; 1/64 ND

Quantization:

10-bit A/D (R, G and B channels)

16-bit long operation, 18 MHz/36 MHz

18.0 MHz

3 positions can be set from among p3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18,

21, 24 and 30 dB.

Digital signal processing:

Horizontal drive frequency:

Programmable gains:

Super gain:

30 dB

Shutter speeds:

1/100, 1/120, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000 and 1/2000 sec.

Synchro scan mode; 1/30.2–1/57.4 sec. 1/61.7–1/250 sec.

2/3½ Bayonet type

Lens mount:

Sensitivity:

F9 (2000 lux, 89.9% reflection)

Minimum subject brightness: 1.6 lux (F1.4, o30 dB)

Image S/N ratio:

63 dB (typ.)

Horizontal resolution:

Vertical resolution:

Sampling frequency:

Registration:

750 lines (center.)

400 lines (normal mode)/450 lines (Super V mode) (typ.)

18 MHz

Below 0.05% (entire range) (excld. lens)

Below measurable limit (excld. lens)

Geometric distortion:

Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.)

CRT:

1.5½ monochrome

Horizontal resolution:

Controls/switches:

600 lines (center)

Controls; BRIGHT, CONTRAST, PEAKING

Switches; TALLY, ZEBRA

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Specifications

VTR Section

VTR Video System (during playback on a standard playback unit)

Bands:

Y; 30 Hz to 5.75 MHzo1.0 dB/p3.0 dB

P^B, PR; 30 Hz to 2.75 MHzo1.0 dB/p3.0 dB

Better than 55 dB

S/N ratio:

K factor (2T pulse):

Y/C delay:

Within 2%

Within 30 ns

VTR Audio System (during playback on a standard playback unit)

Sampling frequency:

Quantization:

48 kHz (synchronized to video)

16-bits/sample

Frequency response:

20 Hz to 20 kHzt1.0 dB (at the reference level on MIC

LOWCUT OFF status of the Setting Menu)

85 dB or more (at 1 kHz, AWTD)

Within 0.1% (at 1 kHz, reference level)

Below measurable limit

Dynamic range:

Distortion:

Wow/flutter:

Head room:

Emphasis:

20 dB

T1r50 ¯s, T2r15 ¯s (can be turned ON/OFF)

VTR Tape Running System

Tape used:

DVCPRO format 1/4-inch M-size cassette tape

Tape speed:

67.640 mm/s (50 Mbps)

33.820 mm/s (25 Mbps)

Recording/playback time:

Approx. 33 min. (50 Mbps, using AJ-P66MP)

Approx. 66 min. (25 Mbps, using AJ-P66MP)

Approx. 3 min. (using the AJ-P66MP)

FF/REW time:

Connectors

Input

AUDIO IN CH1/CH2

(XLR, 3-pin, female):

MIC/LINE switchable, balanced, more than 10 kohm

MIC; Phantom o48 V ON/OFF switchable

Menu setting to p60/p50/p40 dBu

LINE; Menu setting to p6/0/o4 dBu

MIC IN (XLR, 3-pin, female):

GENLOCK IN (BNC)

Phantom o48 V ON/OFF switchable,

Menu setting to p60/p50/p40 dBu, balanced, 3 kohm

(also serves as VIDEO IN): 1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

[Signal can be checked by viewing the EVF.GENLOCK

(VIDEO) signal can be recorded by selecting the menu.]

0.5 to 18 Vp-p, 10 kohm

TIME CODE IN (BNC):

Output

CAMERA OUT (BNC):

VIDEO OUT (BNC):

AUDIO OUT

1.0 Vp-p, 75 ohm

(XLR, 3-pin, male):

o4 dBu, balanced, low-impedance

(CH1, CH2 or MIX selectable)

1.5 Vp-p, 75 ohm

TIME CODE OUT (BNC):

PHONES (mini-jack·2):

Other

DC IN (XLR, 4-pin, male):

DC OUT (4-pin):

LENS (12-pin):

DC 12 V

DC 100 mA

REMOTE (ECU, 6-pin):

Accessories

Shoulder belt (1)

Sony battery connector (screws included)

Weight and dimensions shown are approximate.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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Related Components

Power supply related

AU-BP220, AU-BP402 battery packs

AG-B425 battery charger (for charging the AU-BP220 and AU-BP402 battery packs)

AU-M402H battery case

AJ-B75 AC adaptor

Viewfinder

1.5-inch viewfinder AJ-VF10, AJ-VF15P

2.0-inch viewfinder AJ-VF20WP

5-inch viewfinder

External VTR-related

Portable video cassette recorder

AJ-YA900P 26-pin/12-pin output connector

AQ-EC1 extension control unit

Connection cables

Áfor connecting an external VTR to the 26-pin interface

Áfor connecting an external VTR to the 14-pin/26-pin interface

ÁSHAN-C12TCA multi connector cable

Audio components

AJ-MC700P microphone kit

Stereo microphone

AJ-MH700P microphone holder

WX-RA700 wireless receiver

WX-R980 camera attachment

Maintenance products

AJ-CL12MP cleaning tape

AJ-SC900 soft carrying case

AJ-HT900 carrying case

SHAN-RC700 rain cover

Other

AJ-YAP900 Picture Link adaptor board

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