User manual PANASONIC AW-PB506AL

[. . . ] 3 Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3 Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4 Precautions for use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . [. . . ] The VIDEO ON/OFF switch function of the viewfinder (AW-VF64) is incorporated. (In order to prevent CRT burn-in, the AW-VF64 does not come with a standby function. ) Precautions for use When connecting or disconnecting a cable from any unit, ensure that the power to that unit is turned off. Do not drop this product or subject it to strong shock or vibration, as this may cause it to malfunction. Avoid using the unit in very humid or dusty locations, as this may cause it to malfunction. Avoid using the product at a cold place below ­10°C or at a hot place above +45°C because extremely low or high temperature will adversely affect the parts inside. - 4 (E) - ENGLISH Introduction Major operating controls and their functions SDI card EVF I/F connector [EVF I/F] The EVF I/F cable 9 from the interface bracket is connected here. SDI output 1, 2 connector [SDI OUT 1, 2] SDI signals are output from here. 2: Model selection <E350/E860> (Factory setting: E50) When the AW-E50, AW-E650, AW-E655 or AW-E750 is used, set this switch at the E50. When the AW-E860 is used, set this switch at the E860. 3: DATA CLIP <NORMAL/CLIP> (Factory setting: NORMAL) At the NORMAL setting, signal input is output at the same level at which it was input. At the CLIP setting, signal input at less than 0% is output at 0%, and signal input at more than 100% is clipped at 100%. 4: NTSC/PAL switching <NTSC/PAL> (Factory setting: NTSC) Leave this switch at the factory setting. Setting switches SW NO OFF ON 1 EDH ENABLE DISABLE SETTING E50 E860 DATA CLIP NORMAL CLIP 4 NTSC/PAL NTSC PAL 1: EDH <ENABLE/DISABLE> (Factory setting: ENABLE) An EDH flag is added to SDI output at the ENABLE setting. - 5 (E) - Interface bracket EVF connector 1 [EVF1] The viewfinder (WV-VF65B, AW-VF80) is connected here. 7 Inter-communications level control [LEVEL] This adjusts the sound level output to the inter-communications headset. 5 EVF connector 2 [EVF2] The viewfinder AW-VF64 is connected here. Note Do not connect EVFs to EVF connectors 1 and ( and 5) at the same time. 8 Inter-communications jack (M3) [INCOM] The inter-communications headset is connected here. If the plug diameter does not match, use the adjuster plug (M6 M) supplied with this product. MIC: Dynamic (With Preamp) 50 /­0 dB Receiver: 150 (max. 00 mW) 6 EVF standby / VIDEO ON/OFF switch [ST. BY / VIDEO ON/OFF] <For the WV-VF65B, AW-VF80> ST. BY: Places the viewfinder in standby mode. <For the AW-VF64> VIDEO ON: Outputs images to the viewfinder. VIDEO OFF: No images appear on the viewfinder. The AW-VF64 does not come with a standby function. 9 EVF I/F cable This is connected to the EVF I/F connector on the SDI card. TALLY input connector [TALLY IN] This is the tally control external input connector. OPEN: TALLY OFF SHORT: TALLY ON When using the AW-CB400 remote operation panel and AW-CA50T8G control cable for connecting to the convertible camera, connect the TALLY cable of the AW-CA50T8G to this connector. - 6 (E) - ENGLISH Major operating controls and their functions Installing the SDI card Always ask your local dealer to install the SDI card. Before installing the SDI card: Release the static carried in the body of the person to perform the installation. Installation can be performed more safely if an anti-static wrist strap is worn. Touching the card without first releasing this static may cause malfunctioning. Do not allow the metal part of the card come in contact with any other metal parts. Rear panel Optional card slot cover SDI card 2 screws (6 mm) 4 screws (8 mm) 1 2 3 4 Turn the power to the camera off and remove any cables which are connected to the power connector or other connectors. Loosen the 4 screws (8 mm) on the rear panel of the camera, then remove the panel itself. [. . . ] ON: Zebra patterns are displayed in the viewfinder. OFF: Zebra patterns are not displayed in the viewfinder. <Note> Even if "ON" is selected for this setting, the zebra patterns will not be displayed in the viewfinder if "CVBS" has been selected as the EVF output setting. The inner frame and the outer frame are approximately 90% and 95%, respectively, of the safety zone. Level (70% to 110%) The zebra patterns are displayed to use as a yardstick for the brightness level. <Note> These settings are available when "ON" has been selected for the Zebra indicator setting. EVF output (Y, CVBS) This sets the signals to be output to the viewfinder. [. . . ]