DIGITAL CAMERA S-3000W / S-3000 OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS Please read this operating instructions carefully for proper operation, and keep it for future reference.
IMPORTANT SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS 1. Read Instructions All the safety and operating instructions should be read before the product is operated. 2. Retain Instructions The safety and operating instructions should be retained for future reference. 3. Heed Warnings All warnings on the product and the operating instructions should be adhered to. 4. Follow Instructions All operating and use instructions should be followed. 5. Cleaning Unplug this product from the wall outlet before cleaning.
12. Grounding or Polarization This product is equipped with a three-wire grounding-type plug a plug having a third (grounding) pin. This plug will only fit into a grounding-type power outlet. This is a safety feature. If you are unable to insert the plug into the outlet, contact your electrician to replace your obsolete outlet. Do not defeat the safety purpose of the grounding-type plug. 13.
21. Replacement Parts When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts specified by the manufacturer or have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards. 22. Safety Check Upon completion of any service or repairs to this product, ask the service technician to perform safety checks to determine that the product is in proper operating condition. 23.
WICHTIGE SICHERHEITSANWEISUNGEN 1. Alle Anweisungen lesen. Vor Betrieb des Erzeugnisses sollten alle Sicherheits-und Bedienungsanleitungen gelesen werden. 2. Die Anweisungen aufbewahren. Die Sicherheits-und Bedienungsanleitungen sollten fünftigen Bezug aufbewahrt werden. 3. Warnungen beachten. Die Warnungen auf dem Erzeugnis und in den Bedienungsanleitungen solten beachtet werden. 4. Anweisungen befolgen. Alle Bedienungsanleitung-und Verwendungsanweisungen sollten befolgt werden. 5.
11. Stromversorgung Dieses Erzeugnis sollte nur an der auf dem Typenschild angegebenen Stromversorgungsart betrieben werden. Wenn Sie nicht sicher sind, was für eine Stromversorgung Sie haben, so wenden Sie sich bitte an Ihren Erzeugnishändler oder an das lokale Elektrizitätswerk. Beziehen Sie sich für Batteriebetrieb oder andere Stromquellen vorgesehene Erzeugnisse bitte auf die Bedienungsanleitungen. 12.
20. Beschädigung, Besch digung, die Wartung erfordert Ziehen Sie den Stecker dieses Erzeugnisses aus der Steckdose und wenden Sie sich an qualifiziertes Wartungspersonal, wenn eine der folgenden Bedingungen vorliegt: a. Wenn das Netzkabel oder der Stecker beschädigt ist. b. Bei Eindringen von Flüssigkeit oder Fremdkörpern in das Gerät. c. Wenn das Erzeugnis Regen oder Wasser ausgesetzt worden ist. d. Wenn das Erzeugnis bei Befolgen der Bedienungsanleitungen nicht normal funktioniert.
MISES EN GARDE IMPORTANTES 1. Lire les instructions Lire toutes les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement avant de faire fonctionner l’appareil. 2. Conserver ces instructions Conserver les instructions de sécurité et de fonctionnement á des fins de référence ultérieure. 3. Tenir compte des avertissements Tous les avertissements qui figurent sur l’appareil et dans le mode d’emploi devront être respectés. 4. Observer les instructions Observer toutes les instructions de fonctionnement et d’utilisation.
12. Mise á la terre ou polarisation L’appareil est doté d’une fiche trifilaire avec mise á la terre, dont la troisiéme broche assure la mise á la terre. Cette fiche ne rentrera que dans les prises trifilaires de mise á la terre. Ceci est une mesure de sécurité. Si la fiche ne rentre pas dans la prise, faire remplacer la prise désuéte par un électricien. Ne pas rendre vaine la measure de sécurité assurée par cette prise avec mise á la terre. 13.
e. Si l’appareil est tombé ou qu’il a été endommagé. f. Si l’appareil affiche une nette modification de ses performances, cela signifie qu’il a besoin d’être réparé. 21. Piéces Pi ces de rechange Si l’on a besoin de piéces de rechange, veiller á ce que le technicien de réparation utilise exclusivement les piéces de rechange spécifiées par le fabricant ou des piéces ayant les mêmes caractéristiques que les piéces d’origine.
Contents Composition(including accessories) ・・・・・ 1 Video Gain Selection ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・34 Outline and features ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 2 White and black balance adjustment ・・・・35 Warnings and cautions when using ・・・・・ 4 Electronic Shutter setting ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・40 Note when using ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 5 Scene File・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・42 Facility names and functions ・・・・・・・・・・・ 6 Camera ID setting ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・43 Lens installation ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・ 13 Genlock ・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・・
Composition (including accessories) When unpacking the camera, check for the following items and accessories.
Outline and features The S-3000W/S-3000 is a new concept 2/3-inch CCD camera that stresses fundamental camera performance. ■ Sensitivity (standard 2000 lux, F11) High gain (+24 dB) and Ultra-Gain (+12 dB) can be Advanced functions are realized by the new single combined for up to +36 dB gain increase. chip digital signal processor that improves gradation Operation is enabled down to 0.5 lux (F1.4) and response, color reproducibility and perceived 0.8 lux (F1.8). resolution.
Outline and features ■ Extensive operational convenience ● ● relief. Programmable operation switches with functions assigned according to application. ● ● Auto white and shading compensation ● ● ● be stored in 4 scene files for easy recall. Each optical filter has four white balance memories. A total of 8 memories are used in two white balance memory systems.
Warnings and cautions when using ! ! WARNING ■Viewfinder lens hazard ●Do not point the eyelens toward the sun or other bright light source. There is danger of physical burns and loss of eyesight. ●Do not place the viewfinder with the lens pointed toward the sun. There is risk of burn damage to the viewfinder interior. ! ■Viewfinder high voltage ●Do not open the viewfinder cover. There is danger of touching internal high voltage components.
Note when using NOTE **********CCD characteristic phenomena********** The following types of phenomena are innate characteristics of a charge coupled device (CCD) and are not malfunctions. Be aware of these when using a CCD camera for broadcast or other demanding applications. Smear When a bright object is picked up, thin trails appear above and below the image. The effect is more pronounced at high electronic shutter speeds.
Facility names and functions 8 IIntercom level control 1 Viewfinder connector Connect the accessory 1.5-inch viewfinder or the separately sold GM-51 5-inch viewfinder. Intercom sound level (volume) adjustment when connected into a system with the RU-Z2/RU-Z1. 2 Viewfinder horizontal lock lever 9 Power select switch Secures the side to side position adjustment of the 1.5-inch viewfinder. [BATT-CCU/VTR-EXT] BATT : When power is supplied via the BATT12V IN connector.
Facility names and functions 12 Auto white/black balance switch 15 Audio channel 1 recording level control AWB: Select for automatic white balance adjustment. Set the WHITE BAL switch The audio recording level can be adjusted (only) when connected to a Betacam VTR (BVV-1 or BVV-5). 20 to A or B to store the adjustment in 16 VTR start button respective memory A or B. ABB: Select for automatic black balance adjustment. The adjustment is stored in a special memory.
Facility names and functions 17 Power switch A or B 〔VTR STDBY/SAVE、CAM ON/OFF〕 Left: (VTR:STDBY、CAM:ON) Both camera and VTR power on and recording starts. Center: (VTR:SAVE、CAM:ON) Camera power on, VTR power save mode Right: (VTR:SAVE、CAM:OFF) Camera power off, VTR power save mode. 21 Output/Auto Knee switch BARS: Pickup signal from camera not : Camera power not supplied. produced. Lights (green): Camera power supplied, but Lights (red) : CAM,AUTO KNEE ON Camera power switch on.
Facility names and functions 29 Ultra gain on/off switch 24 Scene file LEDs Light to indicate the scene file selected by the ON: Increase sensitivity about 12 dB.Operates only when the sensitivity is above +12 dB (some loss of horizontal resolution). Scene File buttons 25 . 25 Scene File buttons OFF:Normal mode operation. Select from among 4 scene files. 30 Digital noise reduction (DNR) on/off switch 26 Function button ON: Reduces noise during high gain. Used for changing settings (e.g.
Facility names and functions 32 Video output connector (BNC) 38 CCU/VTR connector (28 pin for CA-Z31, 26 pin for CA-Z32) Use separately sold cable to connect a portable VTR or RU-Z1/RU-Z2/RU-Z3 camera base station. Composite video signal output (1 Vp-p/75Ω). 33 Monitor output connector (BNC) Video signal output for monitor (1 Vp-p/75Ω). The same character signal as the viewfinder is superimposed on the video signal to allow checking the setting menu from the monitor screen.
Facility names and functions 46 150 V Out connector (5 pin, CA-Z32 only) 43 Rear cover Contains connections for battery and extension adapter, etc. Connect 150 V to 12 V power supply adapter when using a large size lens. 44 DC IN connector (XLR, 4P) 47 Audio monitor connector (minijack) Connect the separately sold AC adapter for operating from AC power. Connect an earphone (8 to 10Ω) to monitor microphone or VTR playback sound.
Facility names and functions 48 Brightness control 53 Eyecup Adjusts viewfinder screen brightness. affect camera output signal. Does not 54 Visibility adjust ring/knob Adjust for best viewfinder image clarity according to the operator. 49 Contrast control Adjusts viewfinder screen contrast. affect camera output signal. Does not 55 Tightening ring Secures eyecup after adjusting the vertical angle.
Lens installation 1. Raise the lens lever and remove the mount cap. 2. Align the lens center mark with the indent at the upper part of the lens mount and install the lens ● Refer to the lens instructions when using the lens. Notes: The following adjustments may be required according to the type of lens. 1.Lens flangeback 2.Lens auto iris speed 3.Lens white shading (with camera) 3. Lower the lens lever to secure the lens. 4. Engage the cable with the cable clamp and connect it to the lens connector.
Lens flangeback adjustment When operating a zoom lens, if the focus is not precisely aligned at both the telephoto and wide angle extremes of the lens, the flangeback (distance from the lens mounting plane to the focal plane) is adjusted. This adjustment is generally required only once unless the lens is replaced. Reference Refer to the lens operating instructions regarding the component positions for flangeback adjustment. Flangeback adjustment turn the distance ring to adjust the focus. 1.
White shading adjustment White shading adjustment is recommended after replacing the lens. The adjustment relates to the camera vertical coloration. If the lens includes an extender, the shading can be optimized for both extender on and off modes. (Vertical coloration refers to an effect whereby the image of an overall white sheet of paper tends toward green at the top and magenta at the bottom, or vice versa.) Adjustment steps 1. Install the lens on the camera (be sure to connect the lens cable). 2.
White shading adjustment 5. FUNC △ ▽ Operate the Function buttons to produce the Full Function mode Special Set page, then shift to the WHT Shading page. 6. At the WHT Shading page, shift the cursor to Auto Setup. 7. Press the < direction button for about 1 second to conduct AWB. Then press the > direction button for about 1 second to adjust white shading. The viewfinder top and bottom cursors flash to indicate automatic white shading adjustment in progress.
Camera adapter installation 1. Align the adapter with the camera guide and guide pin. Attach the adapter and engage the connector. 2. Tighten the screws provided with the handle to secure the camera adapter to the camera. 3. ! CAUTION Tighten the screws completely. Check for absence of wobble between the camera and adapter. 17 Install the handle with two screws.
Microphone installation Mic holder attachment Attach the MH-Z3 microphone holder (separately sold). Microphone Install the (separately sold) MC-Z2/Z3 microphone and C-300MA microphone cable as follows. 1. Attach the MC-Z2/Z3 microphone to the mic holder. 2. Connect the C-300MA mic cable to the microphone. 3. Secure the cable in the cable clamp and connect to the MIC IN connector. Microphone power and sensitivity Set from Function 2 menu screen. 1. Phantom power (+48 V) can be supplied. 2.
Tripod mounting Use the accessory TA-Z3 tripod adapter to mount the camera on a tripod. 1. Securely attach the tripod adapter to the tripod. Shift the adapter screw position to obtain the best balance. The adapter can accept two types of screws. Use the screw hole that matches the tripod. 2. Secure the camera on the tripod adapter. Align the hooks of the camera and adapter, then turn the lock lever in the direction indicated by the arrow. A click sound can be heard at the locked position. 3.
Shoulder pad position The shoulder pad can be shifted up to 15 mm in either direction from the center (factory) position. The position can be adjusted for comfortable operation. 1. Loosen 2 screws. 2. Slide the pad forward or rearward to the best position. 3. Tighten the 2 screws.
Anton-Bauer battery pack Anton-Bauer battery pack Procure the separately sold battery holder to operate the camera from an Anton-Bauer battery. 1. Use 4 screws to attach the battery holder to the rear of the camera adapter. Note:The optional buttery holder connecting cable is required. Consult Hitachi denshi service center. 2. Attach the battery pack. Insert and slide the battery pack. 3. 4. Set the camera adapter Power Select switch to BATT.
GM-51 5-inch viewfinder attachment Use the separately sold AT-30 viewfinder adapter when installing the GM-51 5-inch viewfinder. 1. Raise the lock lever of the AT-30 horizontally and remove the viewfinder mounting screw from the AT-30. Insert this screw in the bottom of the GM-51. Insert the screw together with the GM-51 into the AT-30 and set the lock lever forward, then turn the lever clockwise to secure it. Warning: Be sure to tilt the lock lever forward and turn it clockwise to tighten it.
GM-51 5-inch viewfinder attachment 3. Removal Disconnect the viewfinder cable. Turn the AT-30 lock lever B counter-clockwise and pull the release knob to allow removing both the GM-51 and AT-30.
VTR connection VTR docking Examples of compatible VTRs Sony DNV-5(BETACAM SX) Matsushita (Panasonic) JVC BVV-5(BETACAM) PVV-3(BETACAM SP2000PRO) DSR-1(DVCAM) AU−45H(MⅡ Promind) AJ-D90(DVCPRO) BR-S422(S-VHS) BR-D40(DIGITAL-S) Note: VTR examples are shown only for general reference. Model names and specifications are subject to change. Required inner modules (separately sold) Note: Refer to the VTR and inner module instructions for details regarding installation.
VTR connection VTR types and connections System Camera setting (see Note) VIDEO(VTR) BETACAM COMP VTR cable AUDIOLEVEL CA-Z31 CA-Z32 -60dB −−− −−− VTR inner module IM-Z3D Main VTR BVV-5, DNV-5 −−− −−− C-201TE C-201TB C-501TE C-501TB IM-Z3S −−− PVV-3 BVW-50 DVCAM COMP -60dB −−− −−− IM-Z3S DSR-1 M2 COMP -60dB −−− −−− IM-Z3P −−− AU-45H C-201TE C-201TB C-501TE C-501TB AU-520 DVCPRO COMP -60dB −−− −−− IM-Z3P AJ-D90 S-VHS Y/C -20dB −−− −−− IM-Z3P −−− BR-S422 C
VTR connection VTR power save When the camera PWR switch is set to VTR Save, the VTR types operate as follows. Operation VTR DNV-5,BVV-5, The VTR goes to power save mode to PVV-3, DSR-1, avoid battery depletion AU-45H,AJ-D80, BR-S422, All VTR operations inhibited. BR-D40 REC review and playback monitor When the VTR includes a recording review function, in the VTR REC Pause mode, press the lens RET button to view the final few seconds of the recording in the viewfinder.
Power supply When the CA-Z31/CA-Z32 is installed, power can be supplied as follows. Set the Power Select switch accordingly. 1. Connect the separately sold AP-60 AC adapter to the DC IN connector. 2. Connect the camera base station or VTR to the CCU/VTR connector. 3. Connect Anton-Bauer battery. (Note) ● When a Betacam type VTR is directly connected to the camera, power is supplied from the VTR. Caution 1.The DC IN connector can accept 10.5 to 17 VDC.
Viewfinder adjustment Viewfinder installation 1. Turn the lock lever as indicated by the arrow to secure the viewfinder guide. 2. Turn the viewfinder lock lever fully counter-clockwise. 3. Align the 2 viewfinder guide pins with the camera guide holes and insert the viewfinder. 4. Secure the lock lever firmly in the arrow direction. ! CAUTION Connect the viewfinder correctly and securely to the viewfinder connector.
Viewfinder adjustment Position adjustment 1. Turn the lock lever in the arrow direction to loosen the horizontal lock. 2. Turn the lock screw in the arrow direction to loosen the front to rear lock. 3. Adjust the viewfinder left to right and front to rear positions for comfortable viewing. 4. Tighten the lock screw firmly. 5. Tighten the lock lever securely. Eyepiece angle adjustment 1. Turn and loosen the securing ring. 2. Adjust the eyepiece vertical angle for comfortable viewing. 3.
Viewfinder adjustment Visibility adjustment Screen adjustments The focus can be fine adjusted to individual As required, adjust the brightness, contrast preference. and peaking controls. 1. Adjust the camera focus. 2. Turn the visibility ring to adjust the focus of the viewfinder image. Press the Flip-up button and raise the eyecup. Note: Transporting the camera Stand the viewfinder vertically as shown in the figure for ease of carrying about.
Iris adjustment Auto, manual and instant auto are selectable. Instant auto functions during manual operation to adjust the iris automatically while the button is pressed. 1. Automatic Set the lens Iris switch to A. The iris is adjusted automatically to accommodate 2. camera video signal changes. Manual Set the switch to M. 3. The iris is adjusted by manually turning the iris ring. Instant automatic With the Iris switch at M, pressing the button instantly and automatically adjusts the iris.
Zoom and macro operation Zoom operation Zoom operation can be set for motorized or manual. 1. Motorized zoom Set the zoom switch to S (servo) and operate the T-W switch. Press W for wide angle and T for telephoto. Press strongly for fast and gently for slow operation. 2. Manual zoom Set the zoom switch to M (manual) and manually operate the zoom lever. Macro operation Use this function when the camera subject is closer than 1.1 meters from the lens. 1.
Optical filter selection The correct optical filter according to the scene light source needs to be selected in order to obtain correct white balance. Set the CC/ND filter knob as follows.
Video gain selection The gain can be raised to enable images in locations with inadequate lighting. Notice that noise increases as the gain is raised. 1. The viewfinder image darkens when lighting is insufficient. If the lens is auto iris, the iris opens completely. The iris setting can be checked from the viewfinder screen. 2. When the gain switch is set to M or H, an exclamation point (!) appears in the viewfinder to advise of high gain mode.
White and black balance adjustment White balance adjustment White balance is best adjusted in the sequence AWB <Note> (auto white balance), ABB (auto black balance), then ● The white and black balance cannot be adjusted again AWB. while the setting menu is displayed on the Readjustment is normally not required even at power viewfinder screen. Be sure to exit the setting off/on. menu before these adjustments. Be sure to adjust the white balance after changes in the lighting conditions.
White and black balance adjustment 4. 5. Adjust the lens iris. Set the White BAL switch to A or B, then set the Auto W/B BAL switch to AWB. The switch returns to center and white balance is adjusted automatically. 6. During adjustment, the following messages appear on the viewfinder screen. 7. Adjustment is completed in about 1 second, after which the adjustment value is automatically stored in the selected Scene File memory (A or B). AUTO WHITE : OK FILTER:3200K C.
White and black balance adjustment Auto white balance error messages If auto white balance adjustment fails, the following error messages appear on the viewfinder screen for about 6 seconds. Message Cause Correction Output switch set to BAR. Change switch setting to CAM and readjust. AUTO WHITE : NG CHANGE TO CAM TRY AGAIN White BAL switch at PRE, or Full Auto Set White BAL switch to A or B, or Full Auto AUTO WHITE : NG CHANGE WHITE BAL TO A/B TRY AGAIN is on (local mode). to off, then readjust.
White and black balance adjustment Black balance adjustment Black balance requires adjustment in the following situations. ● Equipment being used for the first time ● Equipment idle for an extended period ● Large change of ambient temperature ● Gamma setting changed Auto black balance adjustment 1. Set the switches as indicated in the figure. 2. Set the Auto W/B BAL switch to ABB and release the switch. The switch returns to center for adjustment.
White and black balance adjustment <Note> ● Observe that the lens connector is engaged and the iris is closed. ● The iris closes automatically to block the light during black balance adjustment. ● During black balance adjustment, the gain circuit is switched automatically. Although flicker or noise may appear on the viewfinder screen, these are not malfunctions. ● White and black balance cannot be adjusted while the setting menu appears on the viewfinder screen. Be sure to first close the menu.
Electronic shutter setting Shutter modes The selectable electronic shutter modes and speeds are as follows. Mode Standard Shutter speeds Applications 1/60, 1/250, 1/500, Clear images of quickly moving objects 1/1000 and 1/2000 second LOCK SCAN 1/50.14 to 1/2000 second Reduce horizontal streaking in images of (Lockscan) (1H steps) computer monitor CC FRM Increased vertical resolution (CC frame) <Note> ● Camera sensitivity declines as shutter speed increases.
Electronic shutter setting 2. The mode and speed change sequence is indicated below. 1/60 → 1/250 → 1/500 → 1/1000 → 1/2000 CC FRM ← Var.1/*** Lock scan mode Lock scan mode setting The lock scan mode avoids flicker in scenes showing a computer monitor screen. 1. Set the Shutter switch to SEL to produce the lock scan mode (viewfinder screen indicated in figure). 2. While Var.1/*** is indicated (about 6 seconds) set the shutter speed with the buttons. 1/50.32 1/2092 (V-21W) 1/50.
Scene file When taking scenes having different conditions, the settings need to be optimized for each scene. The scene file function enables setting the conditions for each scene beforehand and storing them in memory for instant recall at the required time. The 4 scene files can be used for storing 4 sets of scene conditions.
Camera ID setting An identification (ID) designation for the camera can be assigned by using the ID SET page of the setting menu. ID No.: A 3 place alphanumeric code assigned to each camera. Convenient when controlling multiple cameras from a single personal computer. A specific camera can be accessed from the computer by entering its ID number. ID number is not displaed in the coler bor.
Genlock The camera can be operated from external synchronization. The mode is automatically switched from internal to external sync when an external sync signal is supplied. Setting 1. Set the Output/Auto Knee switch to Bar and press the Function button to display the Bar Function page in the viewfinder. 2. 3. Press the ▽ button to position the cursor to GL SET, then press the BAR FUNCTION GL SET GL SET :-> ID SET :-> TIME/DATE :-> ID DSP :ON DATE :Y.M.D TIME :ON AUDIO TONE:ON H.
Setup card A separately sold setup card can be used for storing the setting menu data. The data can then be used to quickly restore the proper setup. ● A small size general purpose memory card (Compact Flash 2M) can be used as the setup card. Handling The setup card can be inserted and removed regardless of power on or off. However, avoid inserting or removing while recording is in progress, since operating error can occur.
Setup card Setup card data operation completion of save. Press the button to The Memory Card page of the setting menu is used return to the Memory Card Top menu, then for storing and retrieving setup card data. press the Function button to exit the menu. SETUP CARD <Note> FILE NO 1 2 3 4 The Memory Card page cannot be used during camera control panel operation. Saving data to card 1.
Setup card SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 Formatting the card DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 SAVE FILE? YES ->PUSH (LEFT) CANCEL->PUSH (UP) DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 FORMAT FILE? YES ->PUSH CHECK+ CANCEL->PUSH (UP) 5. If the cursor is positioned at the correct File No., press the button for Yes.
Viewfinder indications Lighted indicators The following lighted indicators appear above and below the viewfinder screen. T:TALLY (Tally) ‥‥‥‥‥‥‥ T VTR connected: Lights during recording CCU connected: Lights at tally signal B B:BATT (Battery) ‥‥‥‥‥‥ Lights to indicate low battery voltage. Immediately replace the battery when lighted. S:VTR SAVE (VTR save)‥‥‥ Lights when Power switch is set to VTR Save.
Viewfinder indications In addition to the video image, the viewfinder displays messages related to camera settings and operating status, center and safety zone markers and other information. ● When set to on at the setting menu VF Display page, setting items are indicated at the top and bottom edges of the screen. ● Messages regarding switch changes and adjustments are shown for about 3 seconds at the center of the screen.
Viewfinder indications Display description Item Extender Shutter speed REC Time Battery voltage Battery remaining Filter position White BAL switch and full auto white balance Ultra-gain Gain Description :Extender off :Extender on E :Wide setting (×0.8) on W :Shutter off OFF :Preset shutter 1/60,1/250,1/500,1/1000,1/2000 :Lock scan mode 1/50.14 to 1/2083 :CC frame mode CC FRM :Auto electronic shutter mode AES (No indication) 000 MIN to 255 MIN Cumulative recording time.
Viewfinder indications Check mode Set the switch to Check and press the Check button. The CAM mode is returned about 3 seconds after releasing the button. ● All items of the CAM mode are indicated at the top and bottom edges of the screen (see CAM mode description). ● The center of the screen shows the DTL, Flesh tone and other switch setting states.
Viewfinder indications One line indicating mode The switch operation effect is indicated at the 2nd line from the bottom.
Status Indication of Viewfinder Screen BARS mode Date ’98.06.01 12:00 HTACHI ***** (Note) Above items are set at the Function (BAR mode) menu.
Function menu screen Settings with Function menu Preparation menu Settings can be changed by using the Function menu. The principal settings are as follows.
Function menu screen CAM mode (Output switch) Standard menu SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 The setup card screen is displayed only when the setup card in inserted. LOAD FILE->PUSH (RIGHT) SAVE FILE->PUSH <(LEFT) FORMAT->PUSH CHECK+ Main menu CONTRAST AUTO IRIS GAIN LOW MID HIGH DTL MASKING GAMMA INITIALIZE VF DISPLAY FUNCTION 2 FUNCTION 1 SCENE 1 :OFF :AVERAGE :0dB :9dB :18dB :-> :PRESET :PRESET M.
Function menu screen CAM mode (Output switch) Displayed only when setup card is inserted Full menu Main menu FUNCTION 2 SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 LOAD FILE->PUSH (RIGHT) SAVE FILE->PUSH <(LEFT) FORMAT->PUSH CHECK+ FUNCTION 1 CONTRAST AUTO IRIS GAIN LOW MID HIGH DTL MASKING GAMMA INITIALIZE VF DISPLAY M. BLACK DYNA CHROMA DNR MODE ZEBRA TYPE LEVEL CS-1 SW CS-2 SW MIC SENSE PHANTOM F.
Function menu screen Setup card menu detail Top menu SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 LOAD FILE->PUSH (RIGHT) SAVE FILE->PUSH <(LEFT) FORMAT->PUSH CHECK+ Save check Load check SETUP CARD FILE NO 1 2 3 4 DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 TIME 12:00 12:00 12:00 12:00 SAVE FILE? YES ->PUSH (LEFT) CANCEL->PUSH (UP) Save execute DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.01 FILE NO 1 2 3 4 DATE 97.01.01 97.06.01 97.02.22 97.03.
Function menu screen BAR mode (Output switch) Main menu BAR FUNCTION GL SET :-> ID SET :-> TIME/DATE :-> ID DSP :ON DATE :Y.M.D TIME :ON AUDIO TONE:ON Sub-menu ID SET ID NO. :001 ID DISP : 001 1234567890_? ABCDEFGHIJKL MNOPQRSTUVWX YZ<>+-*/.,:; GL SET TIME/DATE H.
Function menu screen Function menu setting items Rectangles indicate initialized settings (press buttons simultaneously). 1. Function 1 (Scene 1 to 4) main menu (corresponds to scene file) OFF ⇔NORMAL⇔HIGH CONTRAST Select Normal or High when dark scene components are difficult to see due e.g., to backlighting. AVERAGE ⇔PEAK AUTO IRIS Selects signal level detecting method for auto iris operation. AVERAGE: Easily viewed background when the scene contains bright components.
Function menu screen 1.1 DTL (Scene 1 to 4) sub-menu (corresponds to scene file) DTL LEVEL OFF⇔−128⇔ 0 ⇔+127 Sets detail amount. DTL FREQ SOFT⇔ STANDARD ⇔ SOFT: Set to low detail frequency SHARP STANDARD: Set to standard detail frequency SHARP: Set to high detail frequency FLESHTONE OFF ⇔ON Set to on to moderate flesh tone detail amount. Color setting is at the DTL sub-menu. (Operates only during remote control.
Function menu screen 3. VF Display menu OFF⇔SAFETY⇔CENTER SAFETY/CENT ⇔ BOTH EXTENDER OFF⇔ ON UPPER MID OFF⇔ ZOOM⇔ SHUTTER⇔REC TIME ⇔ SHT/REC-T OFF⇔ FOCUS⇔ UPPER RIGHT BATTERY FILTER OFF⇔ ON WHITE BAL OFF⇔ ON GAIN OFF⇔ ON AUDIO IND OFF⇔ ON IRIS OFF⇔ ON 4. Special Set menu MASKING Change screen to masking sub-menu. DTL Change screen to DTL sub-menu. GAMMA Change screen to gamma sub-menu. KNEE/CLIP Change screen to knee/clip sub-menu.
Function menu screen 4-2 DTL sub-menu LEVEL DEP Dark component detail can be set in the range of -128 −128⇔ −90 ⇔0⇔+127 to +127. CRISP Average component detail can be set in the range of - −128⇔ −110 ⇔0⇔+127 128 to +127. H/V BAL −128⇔0⇔ +48 ⇔+127 Adjust balance between horizontal and vertical detail. WHITE LEV −128⇔ −88 ⇔0 Reduce excess detail signal at strong contrast edges ⇔+127 for a softened image. −128⇔ −64 ⇔0 White and black direction detail signals are separately ⇔+127 adjustable.
Function menu screen 4-4 Knee/clip sub-menu KNEE POINT −128⇔ 0 ⇔+127 Sets the level where knee function begins operating. KNEE SLOPE −128⇔0⇔ +10 ⇔+127 Sets knee response slope. WHITE CLIP −128⇔0⇔ +32 ⇔+127 Sets the white clip level. INITIALIZE Simultaneously press the buttons to initialize Knee/clip sub-menu items to values shown in rectangles. 4-5 White shading sub-menu Corrects vertical white shading due to the lens.
Function menu screen 4-7 System sub-menu ASPECT 16:9 ⇔ 4:3 VF DTL CONT MENU ⇔AUTO VIDEO(VTR) V-21W only COMP⇔Y/C⇔VBS⇔RGB Select according to connected VTR. Also Auto (when inner module is 1.COMPONENT connected) 2.Y/C(S-VHS) 3.VBS(U-matic) 4.R,G,B AUDIO LEVEL Set the audio level to -60 or -20 dB according to the −60dB ⇔−20dB combined VTR.
Function menu screen 5. BARS Function sub-menu GL SET Execute GL SET sub-menu. ID SET Execute ID IND sub-menu. TIME/DATE Execute TIME/DATE sub-menu. ID DSP OFF⇔ ON DATE OFF⇔ Y.M.D ⇔ M.D.Y⇔D.M.Y TIME OFF⇔ ON AUDIO TONE OFF⇔ ON 5-1 GL SET sub-menu H.PHASE −128⇔+127 SC COARSE 0°⇔90°⇔180°⇔270° Adjust subcarrier coarse during genlock operation. SC FINE −128⇔+127 Adjust horizontal phase during genlock operation. Adjust subcarrier fine during genlock operation. 5-2 ID SET sub-menu ID No.
Studio system operation Connection with RU-Z2/RU-Z3 system The camera can be connected into a system conprising an RU-Z2/Z3 camera base station and RC-Z2A / Z21A/Z3 camera control panel to enable remote operation of the camera control functions. The camera and RU-Z2/RC-Z3 can be separated by up to 300 meters, while a 5-inch viewfinder can be used in place of the 1.5-inchi viewfinder. 5-inch view finder GM-51 Microphone holder MH-Z3 Microphone ME-66 MC-Z3 Microphone MC-Z2 Microphone cable C-300MA 1.
Studio system operation Camera control from personal computer The camera can be controlled by RS-232C signals from a personal computer. In this case, the JU-C20 RS-232C Level Converter or the JU-Z2 Junction Unit is required. Since camera control software is not supplied,refer to the protocol technical data and compile a suitable program according to the computer being used. Technical data are available regarding the software protocol for controlling the camera.
Studio system operation Connection with RU-Z1 system The camera can be connected into a studio system comprising an RU-Z1 remote operation unit and RC-Z1A /Z11 camera control panel to enable remote operation of the camera control functions. The camera and RU-Z1 can be separated by up to 300 meters, while a 5-inch viewfinder.
Studio system operation Auto setting with RU-Z3 / RU-Z2 / RU-Z1 (plug & play)s No System 1 Baud rate RU-Z1 62.5K(*1) RU-Z2 /RC-Z3 9600(*1) (TU-Z3 system) (COMP TRIAX) 9600(*1) TU-Z2 inner module via IM-Z3B Self-contained inner module operation M-Z3B (Betacam) M-Z3P (DVCPRO) IM-Z3S (BetaPRO) IM-Z3J (Digital-S) Self-contained Camera adapter operation CA-Z31/32 (portable VTR) 9600(*1) Audio level -20db(*1) 2 3 4 5 Video output RGB COMP100 COMP75 YC, VBS (*2) COMP100 (*1) Battery type 12.
MULTI SYSTEM View finder adaptor AT-30 Camera adaptor CA-Z31 Microphone holder MH-Z3 Microphone ME-66 MC-Z3 Microphone MC-Z2 Camera cable C-152KR C-502KR C-103KR VTR cable C-201TE Microphone cable C-300MA VTR cable C-201TB C-501TB VTR cable C-201TD C-501TD Camera adaptor CA-Z32 VTR cable C-301TF 1.
Service information Connector pin diagrams Camera Remote (4 pin female) MIC IN (3 pin female) Pin 1 2 3 4 4 3 1 2 Signal +9V output SD input SD output SD ground 2 Pin 1 2 3 Signal MIC GND MIC(H) IN MIC(C) IN Pin A B C D E F G H Signal B LED(C) ! LED VF 9V +12V S LED VF VIDEO(Y) GND T LED 1 3 LENS (12 pin female) VF (8 pin male) Pin 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 Signal AUX SW CALL TRG GND ENF AUTO IRIS CONTROL +12V IRIS POSITION NC NC NC NC NC 10 8 9 D 1 2 7 3 C H E 11 12 B 6 5 4 F A
Camera adapter (CA-Z31/CA-Z32) DC IN (4 pin male) INTERCOM (5 pin male) Pin 1 2 3 4 1 4 2 3 Pin 1 2 3 4 5 Signal GND NC NC +12V input 5 1 4 2 3 72 Signal SHIELD T GND R R
Service information CCU/VTR (28 pin male)<CA-Z31> Pin A B C D 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 A 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 10 11 9 B 13 15 19 20 14 17 18 21 22 12 C 16 23 24 D Signal +12V +40V SHIELD GND POWER GND GL GND GL R.G.
SAFETY INSTRUCTIONS Carafully read all safety messages in this manual and safety Instructions on your equipment. Follow recommended precautions and safe operating practices. SAFETY ALERT SYMBOL ! This is the “Safety Alert Symbol.” This symbol is used to call your attention to items or operations that could be dangerous to you or other persons using this equipment. Read these messages and follow these instructions carefully.
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