User's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Introduction
- Preparations
- Shooting
- Basic Shooting Procedures
- Selecting System Definition, File Format and Video Format
- Zoom Operation
- Focus Operation
- Adjusting the Brightness
- Adjusting the Iris
- Setting the Gain
- Setting the Electronic Shutter
- Adjusting the White Balance
- Adjusting the Camera Image
- Audio Recording
- Audio Output during Recording
- Time Code and User’s Bit
- Setting Time Code Generator
- Setting the User’s Bit
- Synchronizing the Time Code with an External Time Code Generator
- Setting Zebra Pattern
- Setting Spot Meter
- Acquiring Positioning Information by GPS
- Viewing Recorded Videos Immediately (Clip Review)
- Displaying the Video Signal Monitor
- Recording Simultaneously at Two Different Definitions
- Series Rec
- Dual Rec
- Backup Rec
- Special Recording
- Splitting the Clips Freely (Clip Cutter Trig)
- Playback
- Menu Display and Detailed Settings
- Display/Status Screen
- Camera Features
- Connecting External Devices
- Connecting to the Network
- Functions of Network Connection
- Preparing Network Connection
- Importing Metadata
- Uploading a Recorded Video Clip
- FTP Resume Feature
- Connecting from a Web Browser
- Editing Metadata
- Uploading a Recording Clip via a Web Browser
- View Remote Control and Camera Control Functions
- Changing the Settings via a Web Browser
- Managing the Network Connection Settings File
- Performing Live Streaming
- Return Video/Audio from the Network (Return over IP)
- IFB (Return Audio)
- Others
Rechargeable Battery
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The batteries recommended for use with this
camera recorder are as follows.
U model : Digital 150 (Anton/Bauer)
E model :
DUO-150 (IDX)
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Please make use of one of the recommended
batteries.
Heavy batteries may fall off if they are not used
correctly.
Regular Inspection (Maintenance)
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Under normal environment, dust will
accumulate on the camera recorder when it is
used over a long period. Dust may enter the
camera recorder
especially if it is used outdoors.
This may affect the image and sound quality of
the camera recorder. Check and replace the fan
after every 9000 hours (suggested guideline).
You can check the usage time of the fan in
[System] B [System Information] B [Fan Hour].
(A P150 [ Fan Hour ] )
If the fan is used for more than 9000 hours
without replacement, “Fan Maintenance
Required” will be displayed every time you turn
on the power.
LCD Monitor and Viewfinder u v
o
The LCD monitor and viewfinder screen are
manufactured using high-precision technology.
Black or bright spots may appear on the LCD
monitor and viewfinder screen. This is not a
malfunction. These spots will not be recorded.
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If you
use this unit continuously for a long period
of time, the characters displayed in the
viewfinder may temporarily remain on the
screen. This phenomenon will not be recorded
to the recording media. They will not appear
after you turn the power off and then on again.
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If you use this unit in a cold place, the images
may appear to lag on the screen, but this is not
a malfunction. Retained images are not
recorded on the SD card.
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Do not press against the surface with force or
subject it to strong impact. Doing so may
damage or break the screens.
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Noise may appear in the viewfinder when
switching between the live video and playback
images.
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Due to the characteristic of the viewfinder
display device, colors may appear on the
images when you blink your eyes. It does not
affect the recorded images, SDI output, or HDMI
output.
Lens
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This camera
recorder is an interchangeable lens
camera. Please have the interchangeable lens
ready before use.
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Read the “INSTRUCTIONS” of the
interchangeable lens to be attached to get a full
understanding before use.
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Optical performance of lens
Due to the optical performance of the lens, color
divergence phenomena (magnification
chromatic aberration) may occur at the
periphery of the image. This is not a camera
malfunction.
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Depending on the lens attached, there are
function limitations on the lens with this camera
recorder or the lens may not function properly.
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The lens operation sound may be recorded.
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Depending on the lens used, the approximate
distance to the subject may not be displayed.
o
There can be a large variation in the light
intensity during Auto Iris mode, Manual Iris
mode and zoom mode.
GPS u v
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The GPS (Global Positioning System) satellites
are managed by the Department of State of the
U.S., and its precision may be altered
intentionally.
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Perform positioning
at an unobstructed location
with a clear view that is not indoors or blocked
by trees.
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The time needed for obtaining the position
information may be longer and variation may
also be larger depending on the surrounding
environment and time of day.
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This camera recorder uses the WGS 84 World
Geodetic System.
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Signal from GPS satellites may be interrupted by
communication signal from electronic devices
such as mobile phones.
o
Make use of it in accordance with the regulations
of the country, region or location of use.
Encryption in Network Connection
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Wireless LAN connections make use of an
encryption function.
This encryption is designed for commercially-
sold equipment, and it cannot be altered.
Precautions for Proper Use
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Introduction