Digital Camera/VTR AJAJ- P P Operating Instructions
For your safety FCC NOTE: This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. To assure continued compliance follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
Contents Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 General and Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ÁFeatures of the Camera Section . . . . . ÁFeatures of the VTR Section . . . . . . . 5 5 8 System Configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Controls and Their Functions ÁPower Supply Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . ÁAccessory Mounting Section . . . . . . . ÁAudio Function Section . . . . . . . . . . . . ÁShooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Contents Adjusting the Time and Date . . . . . . . . . 62 Adjustments and Setup During Recording ÁAdjustments and Setup Using the Setting Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 63 ÁSetting the Gain Selector Value . . . . . 64 ÁSelecting Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 65 Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance ÁAdjusting the White Balance . . . . . . . . 66 ÁAdjusting the Black Balance . . . . . . . . 69 Setting the Electronic Shutter ÁShutter Modes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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 compression 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.
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.
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.
General and Features Features of the VTR section Digital system The VTR section features a component digital recording system that employs the latest compression technology and non-compressed PCM recording for audio. This system provides superior S/N, frequency band and waveform characteristics as well as reproduction of detailed areas, etc., and realizes even higher picture and sound quality.
System Configuration Microphone kit AJ-MC700P 1.5w viewfinder AJ-VF10P/-VF15P 2.0w viewfinder AJ-VF20WP Wireless microphone receiver WX-RA700 Shoulder belt (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.
Controls and Their Functions 1 4 2 3 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.
6 5 5 7 9 8 n q p o 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.
Controls and Their Functions s Audio Function Section (1) r 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 u v w ° † x ° Audio Function Section (2) { y z | 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.
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. Warnings 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.
´ ® ™ ß ¨ ≠ Æ 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” (default 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.
Controls and Their Functions ≥ ≤ ± ∞Ø 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.
µ ∂ ¥ 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 remote 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.
Controls and Their Functions ∑ º ∏ π ∫ ª 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.
¿ ¡Ω ø æ ¬ 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.
Controls and Their Functions Ã Õ Œ » √ ( ) ( ) ( ) ≈ ∆« ƒ – œ œ Menu Operation Section à 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.
À … 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.
Controls and Their Functions ‘ ’ “ ÷ ◊ ÿ — ” 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.
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 explanation of charging methods. Using an Anton Bauer Battery Pack 1 Mount the battery pack.
Power Supply Using the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack 1 Detach the battery mounts. 2 Connect the unit’s connectors with the connectors of the AU-M402H battery case. 3 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.
4 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.
Power Supply Using a Sony Battery Pack 1 2 3 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.
Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack 1 2 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.
Power Supply Using an AC Power Supply (When Using the AJ-B75 AC Adaptor) 1 2 3 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.
Mounting the Lens 1 Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap. Lens Clamping Lever Mount Cap 2 Align the indentation at the top center of the lens mount with the center mark of the lens and mount the lens. Mark 3 Lower the lens clamping lever and clamp the lens. 4 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.
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 image 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.
Adjusting the White Shading Follow the procedure outlined below when the white shading needs to be re-adjusted. White shading adjustment procedure 1 2 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 3 4 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.
7 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 8 9 Repeat step 6. Set the MENU switch from OFF to SET while holding down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons 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.
Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.) Adjusting the Position 1 Lift up the viewfinder forward-backward/left/right position clamp lever to release the lock. Viewfinder Lever 2 3 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 position.
Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.) Adjusting the Diopter and Screen Adjusting the diopter 1 2 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 -3 -2 -1 0 +1 +2 +3 Adjusting the screen Adjust the condition of the viewfinder screen.
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 adhered to the CRT screen and mirror. |Note{ Absolutely do not wipe the mirror surface as it has been specially treated. Dust which has adhered to the mirror should be blown away with a blower, etc. 1 2 Press the lock button.
Adjusting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.) Detaching the Viewfinder 1 2 3 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.
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) allows 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 1 Mount the microphone holder. Viewfinder Microphone Holder 2 Mount the microphone.
Audio Input Preparations (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.) Mounting the AJ-MH700P Microphone Holder (Option) 1 Remove the microphone holder mounting screws. 2 Mount the AJ-MH700P microphone adaptor (option) to the main unit. Mount the microphone adaptor using the accessory screws. 3 Mount the microphone to the microphone holder and tighten the screws. 4 Connect the microphone connecting cable to the MIC IN jack.
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.
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].
Mounting a Wireless Microphone When using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless receiver. To the AUDIO OUT Connector WX-RA700 Wireless Receiver WX-R980 Camera Attachment XLR Cable AUDIO IN switch: Set the AUDIO IN switch of the channel to which the audio signal source is connected to REAR [LINE]. Connect to the AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2 Connector.
Mounting the Unit to a Tripod When mounting the unit to a tripod, use an optional tripod attachment. 1 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 2 Mount the camera to the tripod attachment.
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.
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 operation of the unit. 1 2 3 Loosen the two screws. Slide the pad in the forward-backward direction to select an appropriate position. Tighten the screws to clamp the pad.
Attaching the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as shown in the figure below. Tighten the Cord. Secure the surface fastener. Secure the surface fastener. When mounting the unit to the tripod attachment, mount the unit using this hole.
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.
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 No.
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”.
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 TCG F-RUN SET R-RUN UP FRONT MIC MIC LINE REAR UP Button CH 1 SET DOWN Button CUE MENU DOWN OFF CH 2 REAR MIC POWER CH 1 MIX CH 2 ON OFF MENU SET/OFF Switch Displaying the setting menu 1 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.
Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display Window Selecting the desired item 1 Press the SHIFT/ITEM switch. Each time this button is pressed, the cursor (arrow) which indicates the selected item moves to the next item. - MARKER - Cursor Movement order ¢ † CENT ER MARK SA F E T Y ZONE : : ON 1 The item can also be selected using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows. Changing the settings Press the UP button to increase the setting.
Lamp Displays Inside the Viewfinder The viewfinder displays are as follows. 1 5 REC 50 ! BATT 3 2 VTR SAVE 4 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.
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. 1 2 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.
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.
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen 1 2 3 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: The shutter is not used. 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. SUPER V: High vertical resolution mode is selected.
8 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 VTR Level Meter 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 E -40 -30 -25 -20 -15 -10 -5 0 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.
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”.
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 Conditions under which messages are displayed Display mode setting Message 1 2 3 When the filter selection is changed.
Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen Changing the Display Mode The display mode setting appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu. 1 2 3 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 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. 1 2 Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.
Displays Remaining Battery Level and Audio Level Displays Remaining tape length When the amount remaining on the tape is more than 30 minutes long, all seven segments up to the “F” position appear lighted. When it is less than 30 minutes long, one segment will go off for every 5-minute reduction in the length.
Time Code-Related Displays DF SLAVE TCG HOLD WIDE EMPHASIS 0 h min s 10 frm E TAPE F E BATT F 20 30 40 RF SERVO HUMID SLACK CH1 dB CH2 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).
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.
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.
Adjustments and Setup During Recording Setting the Gain Selector Value When shooting in locations without sufficient brightness, bright images can be obtained by raising 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 corresponding to the L, M and H positions of the GAIN switch are set at the MASTER GAIN page of the setting menu.
Selecting Functions VTR operation functions can be selected at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu. Selecting the required functions 1 2 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.
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.
3 Place the white pattern over a location with the same conditions as the light source illuminating 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 4 5 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.
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 The color temperature is too low. Select an appropriate filter.
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 1 Set the switches as shown in the figure.
Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance 4 Adjustment is completed after a few seconds (the following message appears) and the adjustment value is automatically stored in the memory. ABB OK 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.
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, 1/1000 and 1/2000 (seconds) This mode is used to shoot clear images of quickly moving subjects. SYNCHRO SCAN 248 steps in the range from 30.
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.
Setting the Synchro Scan Mode 1 2 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.) - SYNCHRO SCAN 1 / 60 .
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 SHUTTER SPEED page at the MENU SELECT page beforehand.
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. 3 1 2 Manually Adjusting the Audio Level 1 2 3 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.
Adjusting the Audio Level 4 Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel to adjust the input volume 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.
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. 1 2,5 4 1 2 3 4 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.
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. 1 2,5 4 1 2 3 4 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.
Locking the Time Code to an External Source The time code generator of the VTR section can be locked to an external generator.
Setting the Time Data 4 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.
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 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 1 2 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 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 the side of the card is set to ON. Set the write protect switch on the side of the card to OFF. NO CARD A setup card is not inserted. Insert a card. ERROR The disk cannot be formatted. The card may be defective. Replace the card.
Setup Card Operations Writing set data to cards 1 2 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 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.
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 Condition Countermeasure NO CONFIG The setup card is not formatted. Format the card. NO CARD A setup card is not inserted. Insert a card.
Setup Card Operations Reading out data stored on cards 1 2 3 4 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 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.
Cassettes Inserting and Ejecting Cassettes Inserting cassettes 1 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. 2 Press the EJECT button. The cassette holder opens.
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 immediately hold down the EJECT button. If there is still power remaining in the battery, the cassette will be ejected.
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 3 2 1 2 3 4 Insert a charged battery pack.
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.
Shooting images 3 4,5 2 1-1 1-2 2 3 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.
Recording Successive Shooting Successive shooting with an accuracy of within 0–o1 frame can be performed simply by pressing 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 recording starts differs according to the setting of the VTR SAVE/STBY switch.
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 4 1 2 3 4 3 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.
Playback—Checking Recorded Contents Pressing the PLAY button allows black-and-white playback images to be viewed on the viewfinder. 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-andwhite images in the viewfinder.
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 cable (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.
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.
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 forward 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.
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 Simultaneously 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. 1 Set the unit’s internal switches. 1 2 Remove the side panel on the display window side. 3 4 Set SW201 to the ON side.
2 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 setting 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.
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.
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.
Setting Menu Screens ROP Screen This page sets the setting for ROP (remote operation panel) - ROP ¢ Variable range VF display R GAIN p100 ... o0 ... o100 (max.) USER ENG R channel gain setting B GAIN p100 ... o0 ... o100 (max.) USER ENG B channel gain setting MASTER PED p100 ... o6 ... o100 (max.) USER ENG Master pedestal level setting MASTER DTL p15 ... 0. .. o15 USER ENG H.DTL/V.DTL level setting MASTER GAMMA 0.35 ... 0.45 ... 0.75 USER ENG Master gamma setting (in 0.01 increments).
VF DISPLAY Screen This page sets the setting for the display information inside the viewfinder. ¢ - V F D I SP L AY D I SP MODE :3 EX T ENDER : ON SHUT T ER : ON T APE : ON BA T T ERY : ON F I L T ER : ON WH I T E : ON GA I N : ON L EVE L ME T ER : CH 1 IRIS : S+ I R I S CAMERA I D : ON 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.
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.
SYNCHRO SCAN Screen This page performs the synchro scan settings. - SYNCHRO SCAN - Item 1 / 60 . 8 SYNCHRO SCAN Variable range VF display 1/30.2 .. . 1/60.8 .. . 1/250 USER ENG Remarks Synchro shutter speed selection ! 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.
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. Variable range VF display READ USER DATA —— USER ENG This is for loading the data contained in the user area of the camera’s memory. READ —— USER ENG Setup card data is read.
MAIN FUNCTION Screen This page performs the adjustment function settings. Variable range VF display REC. SIGNAL CAM VIDEO ENG REC.MODE 16E9/50M ENG 4E3/50M 16E3/25M 4E3/25M The mode for recording the signals onto the VTR is selected. 16E9/50M: 525i (16:9) signals are recorded at 50 Mbps. 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.
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 ON 1 / 5 ¢ E DE T A I L . 2D LPF E SUPER CO L OR EGAMMA . T ES T SAW E F L AR E E H - F COMPE .
FUNCTION 3/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 3 settings. - FUNCT I ON 3 / 5 ¢ HUM I D O PE : OF F 2 6 P CONTROL : OF F REC S T ART : NORMA L TC MODE : DF UB MODE : USER PA U S E T I M E R : 3 0 BA T T ERY SE L : N i C d - 1 2 TCG V F D I SP : O F F TCG SE T HO L D : O F F |Notes{ ÁSet SW201 on the CAM ENC board to ON when 26P CONTROL is to be used. ÁChange the time on the TIME/ DATE menu screen when the REAL setting is used for UB MODE.
Setting Menu Screens FUNCTION 4/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 4 settings. ¢ - FUNCT I ON 4 FRONT P OW ER FRONT M I C REAR M I C CH 1 REAR M I C CH 2 L I NE CH 1 / CH 2 REAR AUD I O M I C LOWCUT CH 1 M I C LOWCUT CH 2 EMPHAS I S L I M I T ER T ES T TONE /5 : ON : -4 0 dB : -6 0 dB : -6 0 dB : + 4 dB : S T EREO : ON : ON : OF F : OF F : NORMA L Variable range VF display FRONT POWER ON OFF ENG ON: The phantom power is supplied to the front microphone.
FUNCTION 5/5 Screen This page performs the adjustment function 5 settings. - FUNCT I ON 5 / 5 ¢ V I DE O OUT Item : MENU ON VIDEO OUT Variable range VF display MENU ON MENU OFF ENG Remarks 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.
Setting Menu Screens LOW SETTING Screen This page sets the low level. - LOW ¢ SE T T I NG - MAS T ER GA I N : 0 dB H . DT L L EVE L : 10 V . DT L L EVE L : 10 DT L COR I NG : 03 H . DT L FREQ . : 04 DARK DT L : 00 L EVE L DEPEND : 0 0 MAS T ER GAMMA : 0 .
MID SETTING Screen This page sets the middle level. - M I D SE T T I NG ¢ MAS T ER GA I N : 9 dB H . DT L L EVE L : 10 V . DT L L EVE L : 07 DT L COR I NG : 06 H . DT L FREQ . : 04 DARK DT L : 00 L EVE L DEPEND : 0 1 MAS T ER GAMMA : 0 .
Setting Menu Screens HIGH SETTING Screen This page sets the high level. - H I GH SE T T I NG ¢ MAS T ER GA I N : 1 8 dB H . DT L L EVE L : 08 V . DT L L EVE L : 07 DT L COR I NG : 10 H . DT L FREQ . : 04 DARK DT L : 00 L EVE L DEPEND : 0 2 MAS T ER GAMMA : 0 .
LEVEL 1/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 1 settings. - L EVE L 1 / 6 ¢ C DT L COMPE . : OF F CHROMA DT L : 00 KNEE APERTURE : ON S L I M DT L : OF F CORNER DT L : OF F DT L GA I N ( + ) : +00 DT L GA I N ( - ) : +16 DT L C L I P : 14 H . DT L L I NE M I X : 1 H FIt detects the chroma edge and places on Y to boost the H detail. The higher the number selected, the greater the compensation. Variable range VF display C DTL COMPE.
Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 3/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 3 settings. - L EVE L 3 / 6 ¢ M . PED SE T UP MANUA L KNEE KNEE PO I NT KNEE S LOPE WH I T E C L I P WH I T E C L I P L V L AUTO KNEE PO I NT AUTO KNEE L EVE L : +000 : 7 . 5 %A : ON : 8 5% : 25 : ON : 1 1 0% : 8 5% : 110 Variable range VF display M.PED p100 .. . o0 .. . o100 ENG M.PED (Master pedestal level) setting SET UP 0% 7.5% 7.5%A ENG Setup level switching 0%: 0% setup for both camera output and tape. 7.5%: 7.
LEVEL 4/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 4 settings. - L EVE L 4 / 6 ¢ R G B R B F L ARE F L ARE F L ARE GAMMA GAMMA : --: --: --: +00 : +00 Variable range VF display R FLARE 00 .. . 100 ENG Rch flare setting The preset value differs according to the camera. G FLARE 00 .. . 100 ENG Gch flare setting The preset value differs according to the camera. B FLARE 00 .. . 100 ENG Bch flare setting The preset value differs according to the camera. R GAMMA p15 .. . o00 .. .
Setting Menu Screens LEVEL 5/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 5 settings. - L EVE L 5 / 6 ¢ MA TR I X MA TR I X MA TR I X MA TR I X MA TR I X MA TR I X MA TR I X T AB L E R- G R-B G -R G -B B-R B- G :A : +00 : +00 : +00 : +00 : +00 : +00 Variable range VF display MATRIX TABLE A B ENG Color adjustment table selection MATRIX R–G p31 .. . o0 .. . o31 ENG Color adjustment MATRIX R–B p31 .. . o0 .. . o31 ENG Color adjustment MATRIX G–R p31 .. . o0 .. .
LEVEL 6/6 Screen This page performs the camera setup level 6 settings. - L EVE L 6 / 6 ¢ H PHASE COARSE : 0 7 H PHASE F I NE : 128 SC PHASE COARSE : 0 SC PHASE F I NE : 128 A . I R I S L EVE L : 045 A . I R I S PEAK / AVE : 0 5 0 A . I R I S MODE : NORM 1 S . I R I S L EVE L : 100 Variable range VF display H PHASE COARSE 0. .. 7. .. 15 ENG H phase rough adjustment during GENLOCK mode. H PHASE FINE 0. .. 128 .. . 255 ENG H phase fine adjustment during GENLOCK mode. SC PHASE COARSE 0. ..
Setting Menu Screens VF OPERATION Screen This page performs the viewfinder display settings. - V F OPERA T I ON ¢ V F OUT V F DT L Z EBRA 1 DE T ECT Z EBRA 2 DE T ECT Z EBRA 2 :Y :2 : 070 : 085 : S POT Variable range VF display VF OUT Y NAM R G B ENG VF OUT selection NAM (N Additive Mix): Signals with the highest level among R, G and B are output. VF DTL 0. .. 2. .. 4 ENG VF DTL selection The detail of the VF signals is further boosted.
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.
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. - M ENU SE L ECT 2 / 3 ¢ . BA T T / T APE A L ARM . FUNCT I ON 1 / 5 . FUNCT I ON 2 / 5 . FUNCT I ON 3 / 5 . FUNCT I ON 4 / 5 . FUNCT I ON 5 / 5 . SUPE R GA I N . LOW SE T T I NG . M I D SE T T I NG . H I GH SE T T I NG E: ON .
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. - MENU SE L ECT 3 / 3 ¢ . L EVE L 1 / 6 . L EVE L 2 / 6 . L EVE L 3 / 6 . L EVE L 4 / 6 . L EVE L 5 / 6 . L EVE L 6 / 6 . V F OPERA T I ON . L ENS AD J . T I ME / DA T E E: ON .
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 O ¢ SHAD I NG - B L ACK WH I T E ( V . SAW ) B L ACK COMPE WH I T E COMPE : ON : ON Variable range Item VF display Remarks BLACK —— ENG Auto black shading (digital) activated WHITE (V. SAW) —— ENG Auto white shading (V.
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.
Warning System Display window (LCD) Item TAPE END BATTERY END Remaining Warning Warning battery display display level status display Lamps RemainWARNing tape ING length lamp display REC lamp Flashes F1) 1 of the 7 bars displayed; 5-0 display inside the viewfinder flashes Flashes 1 time per second Emitted 4 times per second Flashes All 7 bars Lighted displayed Flashes 4 times per second Continu- The tape has ous reached its tone end.
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. 1 2 3 4 5 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.
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 condensation, 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.
Inspections Before Shooting Perform the following inspections before shooting to check that all systems are operating properly. Checking the image with a color monitor is recommended. Inspection Preparations 3 4 2 2 1 2 3 4 1 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.
Inspections Before Shooting Inspecting the Viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory with the AJ-D900WA.) 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 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.
Inspecting the Iris and Zoom Functions 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 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.
Inspections Before Shooting (2) Inspection of Audio Level Automatic Adjustment Functions 1 2 3 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 1 2 3 Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to FRONT [MIC].
Specifications General Power supply voltage: Power consumption: Operating temperature: Storage temperature: Operating humidity: Continuous operating time: Weight: Dimensions: DC 12 V AJ-D900W: 28 W (including accessory viewfinder) AJ-D900WA: 26 W (not including accessory viewfinder) 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.
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 PB, PR; 30 Hz to 2.75 MHzo1.0 dB/p3.0 dB Better than 55 dB Within 2% Within 30 ns S/N ratio: K factor (2T pulse): Y/C delay: VTR Audio System (during playback on a standard playback unit) Sampling frequency: Quantization: Frequency response: 48 kHz (synchronized to video) 16-bits/sample 20 Hz to 20 kHzt1.
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.
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