Studio Card AW-PB301/PB305 Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely.
For U.S.A 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. SA 1965 The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated "dangerous voltage" within the product's enclosure that may be of sufficient magnitude to constitute a risk of electric shock to persons.
CONTENTS PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2 SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION ......................................................................................................................................... 2 PRECAUTIONS .........................................................................................................................................
PREFACE • When the studio card AW-PB301/AW-PB305 is installed in a convertible camera, for example, AWE300, the electronic viewfinder (EVF) and intercom will be usable, making it possible to use the camera in studios. • When the studio card AW-PB301 is installed in a convertible camera, for example, AW-E300, R/G/B or Y/Pr/Pb component signals can be output. • When the studio card AW-PB305 is installed, only composite video signals and Y/C signals will be output.
PRECAUTIONS • Ask a qualified service person for repairs when necessary. • Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other units. In order to prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or covers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside. • Do not let water, metal, or other foreign objects inside. This is important to prevent fire and electric shock.
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS q Viewfinder connector [EVF] Connect the cable for the viewfinder mounting bracket AW-Q40. EVF w Viewfinder standby switch [ST.BY/ON] When this switch is set to [ST.BY], the viewfinder will be in standby condition. The position ON, the picture is shown in the viewfinder screen. Viewfinder connector ST.BY ON Viewfinder standby switch e Intercom volume control [LEVEL] Used to adjust intercom volume level.
MOUNTING (1) Switch the camera off, and disconnect the power connector and other cables from the camera. CAUTION • Be sure to ask your store, where you purchased the product, for mounting. • Disconnect the camera power connector before mounting. • Before handling the card, touch a metal part of the camera to discharge the static from the human body. An anti-static wrist strap is recommended for added safety. If you touch the card while you are still charged with static, it may cause trouble.
Pana sonic Rear Panel Option card slot cover Card setscrews (6 mm) Pana sonic Rear panel setscrews (8 mm) Studio card -6-
CONNECTING A STUDIO SYSTEM • To connect an RCU (WV-RC700A or WV-RC550) to the camera, use the RCU cable AW-CA50A26. • To mount the 5-inch electronic viewfinder WV-VF65C on the camera, use the viewfinder mounting bracket AW-Q40. • Power is supplied from the RCU. Push viewfinder from behind Viewfinder mounting bracket AW-Q40 5" electronic viewfinder WV-VF65C Turn clamp knob to fasten camera. Turn clamp knob to fasten securely.
MENU ITEM SETTING ● MAIN MENU SCREEN A convertible camera, for example, AW-E300, can be set using the menu as suited to the system and shooting conditions. For details, refer to the operation manual for the camera. Main Menu of Halogen, Fluorescent, Outdoor Mode **Halogen Mode Set** Brightness Set Color Set G/L. Color Bar Set Sharpness Set Other Set Option Card Set Initialize Data ■ Setup Procedures (Output Signal Selection) (1) Display the main menu.
(2) The setting item (flashing) changes each time the menu switch, item switch, or NO switch is pressed. Select [Option Card Set] and press the YES switch to display the [Option Card Set] submenu. CAMERA OPTION CARD MENU Switchi “ j ITEM Switch i«j YES Switch i{j NO Switchi | j (3) Select an item to set using the menu switch and item switch. I/F REMOTE G/L IN ITEM/AWC YES/ABC VIDEO OUT EVF MENU ST.
■ Option Card Setting Submenu AW-PB301 AW-PB305 **Opation Card Set** Zebra Indicator Zebra 1 Level Zebra 2 Level Safety Zone EVF Output Component **Opation Card Set** ON 70% 85% I Y R/G/B Return Zebra Indicator Zebra 1 Level Zebra 2 Level Safety Zone EVF Output ON 70% 85% I Y Return q Zebra Indicator [Zebra Indicator: OFF/ON] ON: Zebra indicator is shown in the viewfinder. OFF: Zebra indicator is not shown in the viewfinder. The zebra indicator can be shown in two steps using two zebra patterns.
1 4 2 t Component Output Select [Component Output: R/G/B, Y/Pr/Pb, Y/C] (AW-PB301 only) Component output signals can be selected. Component output signals are output from the interface/remote connector on the rear of the camera. 3 5 Note: R/G/B output or Y/Pr/Pb output will be positive in reproduced image regardless of the settings made with [Nega/Posi Set] on the [Other Settings] submenu of the main menu.
APPEARANCE mm (inch) 21.5 (27/32) 96 (3-3/4) 5 (3/16) 70 (2-3/4) EVF ST.
SPECIFICATIONS Video output: VF output: Intercom jack: Switch: Adjusting functions: Source voltage: Power consumption: Operating temperature: Operating humidity: Dimensions: Weight: Y/C: Y: 1.0 V[p-p], C: 0.286 V[p-p] R/G/B: 0.7 V[p-p] (AW-PB301 only) Y/Pr/Pb: Y: 1.0 V[p-p], Pr/Pb: 0.7 V[p-p] (AW-PB301 only) SYNC: 2.0 V[p-p] sync signal (AW-PB301 only) 1.0 V[p-p], composite, high impedance 3.
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