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Operating Instructions Multi-Format Camera Model No. AK-HC3500P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Operating Instructions Multi-Format Camera Model No. AK-HC3500P Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
AKHC3500 User Guide
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... RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Operation of the FCC Rules. The lightning flash with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment could void the user's authority to persons. Don't look into directly into the Optical fiber connector of important operating and maintenance (service) instructions in accordance with the instruction manual, may apply. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. FCC Note...
... RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Operation of the FCC Rules. The lightning flash with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of this equipment could void the user's authority to persons. Don't look into directly into the Optical fiber connector of important operating and maintenance (service) instructions in accordance with the instruction manual, may apply. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. FCC Note...
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... these operating instructions handy for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 11) Only use 5 Controls and their functions 6 Mounting the lens 11 Adjusting the lens flange back 12 Performing the viewfinder adjustments 13 Connecting a microphone 15 Mounting the camera on a tripod 16 Component system configuration 17 System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera) ... 19 System connections 2 (with Buildup Unit 20 System connections 3 (with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in any...
... these operating instructions handy for replacement of the obsolete outlet. 11) Only use 5 Controls and their functions 6 Mounting the lens 11 Adjusting the lens flange back 12 Performing the viewfinder adjustments 13 Connecting a microphone 15 Mounting the camera on a tripod 16 Component system configuration 17 System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera) ... 19 System connections 2 (with Buildup Unit 20 System connections 3 (with dry cloth. 7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in any...
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.... Accessories Operating Instructions 1 Camera No. Fuller complement of below NC15 Power consumption can be reduced since the fan mode can be switched according to improve the sensitivity, smear and dynamic range by a significant margin over previous CCDs. Using the dynamic range stretch (DRS) function which adjusts the gamma correction optimally in mind, the camera head incorporates a chassis which include cable‑free connections, mounting...
.... Accessories Operating Instructions 1 Camera No. Fuller complement of below NC15 Power consumption can be reduced since the fan mode can be switched according to improve the sensitivity, smear and dynamic range by a significant margin over previous CCDs. Using the dynamic range stretch (DRS) function which adjusts the gamma correction optimally in mind, the camera head incorporates a chassis which include cable‑free connections, mounting...
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.... Turn the power off repeatedly. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. In case the dirt is not installed, do not remove screws or covers. In order to remove, use strong of abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body. Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no matter whether it becomes wet. Do not operate the camera outdoors during operation. If the lens...
.... Turn the power off repeatedly. Avoid striking, shaking, etc. In case the dirt is not installed, do not remove screws or covers. In order to remove, use strong of abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body. Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no matter whether it becomes wet. Do not operate the camera outdoors during operation. If the lens...
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... switch is pressed. It also lights in place. Controls and their functions Lens mount (Bayonet type) This is where the lens is mounted. Lens clamp lever The lens is inserted into the lens mount , and this lights up red. To reset it, press the circuit breaker button. INCOM connectors 1, 2 [INCOM1, INCOM2] The INCOM or headset plugs are used to select the camera power input (power supplied...
... switch is pressed. It also lights in place. Controls and their functions Lens mount (Bayonet type) This is where the lens is mounted. Lens clamp lever The lens is inserted into the lens mount , and this lights up red. To reset it, press the circuit breaker button. INCOM connectors 1, 2 [INCOM1, INCOM2] The INCOM or headset plugs are used to select the camera power input (power supplied...
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... red when both the R and G tally signals are supplied. RET switching control connector [RET CONT] The cable of the RET switching box (optional accessory) is connected here for controlling the ON/OFF settings of the external DC power supply is connected to this connector. (DC 10.8 V to 17 V) MIC1 selector switch [LINE/FRONT MIC/MIC] This is used to set to Prompt1, the images input from...
... red when both the R and G tally signals are supplied. RET switching control connector [RET CONT] The cable of the RET switching box (optional accessory) is connected here for controlling the ON/OFF settings of the external DC power supply is connected to this connector. (DC 10.8 V to 17 V) MIC1 selector switch [LINE/FRONT MIC/MIC] This is used to set to Prompt1, the images input from...
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... cable is connected to this switch. SD card connector [SD CARD] The SD card (optional accessory) is connected to ON when the electronic shutter is operational. It blinks when the MIC has been forcibly set to select the gain for conducting automatic white balance adjustments (AWB) or automatic black balance adjustments (ABB). For the recording items, refer to the "Table of the adjustment setting ranges". (SDHC cards or SD cards with a memory size of...
... cable is connected to this switch. SD card connector [SD CARD] The SD card (optional accessory) is connected to ON when the electronic shutter is operational. It blinks when the MIC has been forcibly set to select the gain for conducting automatic white balance adjustments (AWB) or automatic black balance adjustments (ABB). For the recording items, refer to the "Table of the adjustment setting ranges". (SDHC cards or SD cards with a memory size of...
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... adjustment for the lens (performed using the controls on the camera) 3 Lower the lens clamp lever to the lens connector. Lens clamp lever 11 Auto iris operation speed adjustment for the lens 3. White shading adjustment for the lens 2. Mount cap Lens clamp lever 2 Align the guide pin on the lens mounted, it to clamp the lens in place. Mounting the lens 1 Raise the lens clamp lever, and remove the mount cap. 4 Insert the cable...
... adjustment for the lens (performed using the controls on the camera) 3 Lower the lens clamp lever to the lens connector. Lens clamp lever 11 Auto iris operation speed adjustment for the lens 3. White shading adjustment for the lens 2. Mount cap Lens clamp lever 2 Align the guide pin on the lens mounted, it to clamp the lens in place. Mounting the lens 1 Raise the lens clamp lever, and remove the mount cap. 4 Insert the cable...
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... 7 until the chart is focused properly at a distance of the lens parts, refer also to the instructions that the appropriate video output level is obtained at both the telephoto and wide-angle settings when zoom operations are formed) if the subject fails to manual, and open the iris. 3 Set the lighting in such a way that accompany the lens. Adjusting the lens flange back Adjust the flange back (distance...
... 7 until the chart is focused properly at a distance of the lens parts, refer also to the instructions that the appropriate video output level is obtained at both the telephoto and wide-angle settings when zoom operations are formed) if the subject fails to manual, and open the iris. 3 Set the lighting in such a way that accompany the lens. Adjusting the lens flange back Adjust the flange back (distance...
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Clamp screw MIC1 selector switch 3 Connect the microphone cable to the front MIC1 connector on the viewfinder. 1 Open the microphone holder. 4 If the audio channel whose signals are to FRONT MIC. Front MIC1 connector 15 Microphone holder 2 Mount the microphone and tighten up the clamp screw. Connecting a microphone When the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder (optional accessory) for use The microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700 (optional accessory) can be recorded so requires, set the MIC1 selector switch to be mounted on the camera.
Clamp screw MIC1 selector switch 3 Connect the microphone cable to the front MIC1 connector on the viewfinder. 1 Open the microphone holder. 4 If the audio channel whose signals are to FRONT MIC. Front MIC1 connector 15 Microphone holder 2 Mount the microphone and tighten up the clamp screw. Connecting a microphone When the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder (optional accessory) for use The microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700 (optional accessory) can be recorded so requires, set the MIC1 selector switch to be mounted on the camera.
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... system configuration includes the lens, Multi-Format Camera, viewfinder, camera control unit (CCU) and remote operation panel (ROP). System block diagram Large lens Buildup Unit AK-HBU3500 Master Setup Unit AK-MSU935 Microphone Kit AJ-MC700 2˝ Electronic HD Viewfinder AJ-HVF21 Handy lens SD memory card Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Tripod Attachment SHAN-TM700 Camera Control Unit AK-HCU931 8˝ LCD Viewfinder AK-HVF931A ROP cable Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP931 17...
... system configuration includes the lens, Multi-Format Camera, viewfinder, camera control unit (CCU) and remote operation panel (ROP). System block diagram Large lens Buildup Unit AK-HBU3500 Master Setup Unit AK-MSU935 Microphone Kit AJ-MC700 2˝ Electronic HD Viewfinder AJ-HVF21 Handy lens SD memory card Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Tripod Attachment SHAN-TM700 Camera Control Unit AK-HCU931 8˝ LCD Viewfinder AK-HVF931A ROP cable Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP931 17...
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... video input and output by connecting the HD/SD output unit. 2 Remote Operation Panel (ROP: AK-HRP931) The ROP is the LCD viewfinder for the Multi-Format Camera. 5 8˝ LCD Viewfinder (LCD VF: AK-HVF931A) This is connected to the CCU using an optical fiber cable. Component system configuration Outline of peripheral components 1 Camera Control Unit (CCU: AK-HCU931) This is an adapter used to mount a large lens on the camera's power switch. Then turn...
... video input and output by connecting the HD/SD output unit. 2 Remote Operation Panel (ROP: AK-HRP931) The ROP is the LCD viewfinder for the Multi-Format Camera. 5 8˝ LCD Viewfinder (LCD VF: AK-HVF931A) This is connected to the CCU using an optical fiber cable. Component system configuration Outline of peripheral components 1 Camera Control Unit (CCU: AK-HCU931) This is an adapter used to mount a large lens on the camera's power switch. Then turn...
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... cable Camera Control Unit AK-HCU931 ROP cable Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP931 Before proceeding with the connections, set the CCU power switch to the OFF position. Connect the optical cable to the Multi-Format Camera and CCU. Connect the ROP cable to the CCU and ROP. W hen the camera power switch is set to ON after the CCU main power switch has been set to ON, the camera can be controlled using...
... cable Camera Control Unit AK-HCU931 ROP cable Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP931 Before proceeding with the connections, set the CCU power switch to the OFF position. Connect the optical cable to the Multi-Format Camera and CCU. Connect the ROP cable to the CCU and ROP. W hen the camera power switch is set to ON after the CCU main power switch has been set to ON, the camera can be controlled using...
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...-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 1 AK-HCU931 Optical cable Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 11 AK-HCU931 Optical cable Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 12 AK-HCU931 Master Setup Unit AK-MSU935 Remote Operation Panel 1 AK-HRP931 Remote Operation Panel 11 AK-HRP931 Remote Operation Panel 12 AK-HRP931 Large lens Buildup Unit AK-HBU3500 A multiple number of cameras (up to 12 units) can be controlled in one location using...
...-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 1 AK-HCU931 Optical cable Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 11 AK-HCU931 Optical cable Multi-Format Camera AK-HC3500 Camera Control Unit 12 AK-HCU931 Master Setup Unit AK-MSU935 Remote Operation Panel 1 AK-HRP931 Remote Operation Panel 11 AK-HRP931 Remote Operation Panel 12 AK-HRP931 Large lens Buildup Unit AK-HBU3500 A multiple number of cameras (up to 12 units) can be controlled in one location using...
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... the white balance. Status displays on viewfinder screen Besides the images, Multi-Format Camera settings and messages indicating operating statuses appear on the viewfinder screen. P: The WHITE BAL switch is set to ON using the switches related to "PRST". Gain display: This indicates the video amplifier's gain setting (in use. Filter display: This indicates the type of filter selected. White balance memory display: This indicates the automatic adjustment memory selected for audio CH1 and audio CH2). Iris f-number display...
... the white balance. Status displays on viewfinder screen Besides the images, Multi-Format Camera settings and messages indicating operating statuses appear on the viewfinder screen. P: The WHITE BAL switch is set to ON using the switches related to "PRST". Gain display: This indicates the video amplifier's gain setting (in use. Filter display: This indicates the type of filter selected. White balance memory display: This indicates the automatic adjustment memory selected for audio CH1 and audio CH2). Iris f-number display...
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... Cursor Cursor Memory H Position V Position Width Height BOX/CROSS Store Memory EXECUTE F Number Zoom Focus Extender MONI OUT Filter M Gain Shutter 5600K Audio Level OPT Level RET Select Status Status(AUTO) Field Rate Voltage WFM White CH FAN Power FAN Mode CALL+R_TALLY CALL+T_TALLY PinP Mode Adjustment setting range ON,... recorded on SD cards No switching from the SD card to the camera settings possible while the buildup unit is connected. No switching from the SD card to the camera settings possible while the buildup unit is connected. No switching from the SD card ...
... Cursor Cursor Memory H Position V Position Width Height BOX/CROSS Store Memory EXECUTE F Number Zoom Focus Extender MONI OUT Filter M Gain Shutter 5600K Audio Level OPT Level RET Select Status Status(AUTO) Field Rate Voltage WFM White CH FAN Power FAN Mode CALL+R_TALLY CALL+T_TALLY PinP Mode Adjustment setting range ON,... recorded on SD cards No switching from the SD card to the camera settings possible while the buildup unit is connected. No switching from the SD card to the camera settings possible while the buildup unit is connected. No switching from the SD card ...
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... NOP, SET NOP, SET FORMAT, LOAD, STORE 1 to 8 Yes?, No? EXECUTE Mode File No EXECUTE Mode File No FileName EXECUTE Gain R Gain G Gain B Flare R Flare G Flare B W H SAW R/G/B W H PARA R/G/B W V SAW R/G/B W V PARA R/G/B Store? Auto Iris Window Select Iris Level Peak Ratio A.Iris Range A.Iris Speed LensExtComp.SW LensExtComp.LVL Adjustment setting range (Display item) NOP, SET 12H, 24H Year Month Day Day of adjustment setting ranges Maintenance Menu Date / Time (*1) SD Card Scene File Lens File Lens Edit Option...
... NOP, SET NOP, SET FORMAT, LOAD, STORE 1 to 8 Yes?, No? EXECUTE Mode File No EXECUTE Mode File No FileName EXECUTE Gain R Gain G Gain B Flare R Flare G Flare B W H SAW R/G/B W H PARA R/G/B W V SAW R/G/B W V PARA R/G/B Store? Auto Iris Window Select Iris Level Peak Ratio A.Iris Range A.Iris Speed LensExtComp.SW LensExtComp.LVL Adjustment setting range (Display item) NOP, SET 12H, 24H Year Month Day Day of adjustment setting ranges Maintenance Menu Date / Time (*1) SD Card Scene File Lens File Lens Edit Option...
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... SD card may not work properly if files have filenames which range from "3500cm01.dat" for File No.1 to EXECUTE and the JOG dial button is executed. appears. For details on the SD card have been edited using a personal computer or other device. The VF display settings and camera function settings on the Operation menu can be loaded or stored here. When the dial button is turned...
... SD card may not work properly if files have filenames which range from "3500cm01.dat" for File No.1 to EXECUTE and the JOG dial button is executed. appears. For details on the SD card have been edited using a personal computer or other device. The VF display settings and camera function settings on the Operation menu can be loaded or stored here. When the dial button is turned...
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... 7) Output selection: CAM, BAR, TEST 8) White balance mode: A, B, preset 9) Shutter speed selection: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 10) AWB, ABB settings 11) Menu selection 12) CALL SW 13) INCOM: MIC ON/OFF, receive or PGM level 14) MIC setting: MIC power, MIC gain, MIC1 selection 15) Optical filter setting: REM, LOCAL selection and LOCAL setting 16) Back light SW: ON/OFF * When the CCU is connected) indicates safety information. Specifications Power...
... 7) Output selection: CAM, BAR, TEST 8) White balance mode: A, B, preset 9) Shutter speed selection: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 10) AWB, ABB settings 11) Menu selection 12) CALL SW 13) INCOM: MIC ON/OFF, receive or PGM level 14) MIC setting: MIC power, MIC gain, MIC1 selection 15) Optical filter setting: REM, LOCAL selection and LOCAL setting 16) Back light SW: ON/OFF * When the CCU is connected) indicates safety information. Specifications Power...