AKHC931 User Guide
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Multi-Format Camera Model AK-HC931P Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
Multi-Format Camera Model AK-HC931P Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these instructions completely.
AKHC931 User Guide
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... compliance follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications. CAUTION: This product uses a semiconductor laser system and is operated in hazardous radiation exposure. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. For CANADA This class A digital apparatus complies with Radiation Performance Standards, 21CFR SUBCHAPTER J. For your safety CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE...
... compliance follow the attached installation instructions and do not make any unauthorized modifications. CAUTION: This product uses a semiconductor laser system and is operated in hazardous radiation exposure. NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. For CANADA This class A digital apparatus complies with Radiation Performance Standards, 21CFR SUBCHAPTER J. For your safety CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE...
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Contents For your safety 2 Overview 4 Features 4 Controls and their functions 5 Mounting the lens 10 Adjusting the lens flange back 11 Performing the viewfinder adjustments 12 Connecting the microphone 14 Mounting the camera on a tripod 15 Component system configuration 16 System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera 18 System connections 2 (with build-up unit 19 System connections 3 (with MSU 20 Status displays on viewfinder screen 21 Menu operations 22 Setting menu configuration 24 AK-HC931P Connector pin assignment 27 External dimension drawing 28 Specifications 29 3
Contents For your safety 2 Overview 4 Features 4 Controls and their functions 5 Mounting the lens 10 Adjusting the lens flange back 11 Performing the viewfinder adjustments 12 Connecting the microphone 14 Mounting the camera on a tripod 15 Component system configuration 16 System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera 18 System connections 2 (with build-up unit 19 System connections 3 (with MSU 20 Status displays on viewfinder screen 21 Menu operations 22 Setting menu configuration 24 AK-HC931P Connector pin assignment 27 External dimension drawing 28 Specifications 29 3
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... combining the external shooting chart and internal test signals as well as a result. Digital signal processing LSI with high picture quality featured in the band has been slashed by offsetting the pixels by configuring a system where the Multi-Format Camera is on the NTSC LCD monitor. 4 Peripheral components ≥ Ease of control circuits and auto setup (ASU) function ≥ The self-diagnosis functions have been...
... combining the external shooting chart and internal test signals as well as a result. Digital signal processing LSI with high picture quality featured in the band has been slashed by offsetting the pixels by configuring a system where the Multi-Format Camera is on the NTSC LCD monitor. 4 Peripheral components ≥ Ease of control circuits and auto setup (ASU) function ≥ The self-diagnosis functions have been...
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... installed, the camera's D/C images (VBS) are output from the build-up red. 1 Camera power switch [POWER] This is used to genlock the camera is cut off. 4 INCOM connectors 1, 2 [INCOM1, INCOM2] The INCOM or headset plugs are used to set the back tally LED to this pad in place. C Lens cable, mic cable clamps These are connected here. F Optical fiber connector (EDW.3K made by RET-B. ? It normally lights up red when power...
... installed, the camera's D/C images (VBS) are output from the build-up red. 1 Camera power switch [POWER] This is used to genlock the camera is cut off. 4 INCOM connectors 1, 2 [INCOM1, INCOM2] The INCOM or headset plugs are used to set the back tally LED to this pad in place. C Lens cable, mic cable clamps These are connected here. F Optical fiber connector (EDW.3K made by RET-B. ? It normally lights up red when power...
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...] The simplified remote control unit (RCB, optional accessory) is connected to this connector. N Rear MIC2 connector [MIC2] An audio component or microphone is used to the menu. A: 3200K, B: 4300K, C: 6300K, D: Cross, E: DFO [ Power save switch [CAM/VTR] This is connected to this connector (open collector). For details on its operation, refer to select the power supply status when VTR recording has been temporarily stopped. O Tally output connector [TALLY...
...] The simplified remote control unit (RCB, optional accessory) is connected to this connector. N Rear MIC2 connector [MIC2] An audio component or microphone is used to the menu. A: 3200K, B: 4300K, C: 6300K, D: Cross, E: DFO [ Power save switch [CAM/VTR] This is connected to this connector (open collector). For details on its operation, refer to select the power supply status when VTR recording has been temporarily stopped. O Tally output connector [TALLY...
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... menu operations. h Front MIC1 connector [MIC1] A microphone (optional accessory) is connected to this dial button. k Rear VF connector This D-sub connector is displayed moves the cursor to the section on the menu. Controls and their functions c JOG dial button Turning the JOG dial while the menu screen is used for Viewfinder interface. 9 It is not effective when the CCU is set using the monitor output selector switch. The power...
... menu operations. h Front MIC1 connector [MIC1] A microphone (optional accessory) is connected to this dial button. k Rear VF connector This D-sub connector is displayed moves the cursor to the section on the menu. Controls and their functions c JOG dial button Turning the JOG dial while the menu screen is used for Viewfinder interface. 9 It is not effective when the CCU is set using the monitor output selector switch. The power...
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Auto iris operation speed adjustment for the lens (performed using the controls on the camera) 3 Lower the lens clamp lever to clamp the lens in place. 10 Mount cap Lens clamp lever LENS connector 2 Align the center mark on the lens mounted, it to the LENS connector. Center mark ≥ For details on handling the lens, refer to the instructions that accompany the lens. ≥ Depending on the...
Auto iris operation speed adjustment for the lens (performed using the controls on the camera) 3 Lower the lens clamp lever to clamp the lens in place. 10 Mount cap Lens clamp lever LENS connector 2 Align the center mark on the lens mounted, it to the LENS connector. Center mark ≥ For details on handling the lens, refer to the instructions that accompany the lens. ≥ Depending on the...
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... need to be adjusted again unless the lens is too high, use a filter or shutter. 6 Shoot the flange back adjustment chart, and turn the distance ring to adjust the focus. 7 Set the zoom ring to the wide-angle position, and turn the F.f ring to adjust the focus. Adjustment method For details on the lens concerned, this time. 5 Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position either by manual or electrical means. 2 Set...
... need to be adjusted again unless the lens is too high, use a filter or shutter. 6 Shoot the flange back adjustment chart, and turn the distance ring to adjust the focus. 7 Set the zoom ring to the wide-angle position, and turn the F.f ring to adjust the focus. Adjustment method For details on the lens concerned, this time. 5 Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position either by manual or electrical means. 2 Set...
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... screw 3 Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN connector on the viewfinder. 1 Open the microphone holder. 4 If the audio channel whose signals are to F. MIC IN connector 14 Connecting a microphone When the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder (optional accessory) for use The microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700P (optional accessory) can be recorded so requires, set the AUDIO IN switch to be mounted on the camera.
... screw 3 Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN connector on the viewfinder. 1 Open the microphone holder. 4 If the audio channel whose signals are to F. MIC IN connector 14 Connecting a microphone When the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder (optional accessory) for use The microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700P (optional accessory) can be recorded so requires, set the AUDIO IN switch to be mounted on the camera.
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... 8z LCD viewfinder AK-HVF931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA NO. CLOSE BAR TEST WHITE SD CARD AUTO BLACK SET UP CHARACTER RST ALARM OPT FAN CABLE 60Hz MODE FLARE BLK GAMMA AUTO KNEE WHITE MATRIX...
... 8z LCD viewfinder AK-HVF931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA NO. CLOSE BAR TEST WHITE SD CARD AUTO BLACK SET UP CHARACTER RST ALARM OPT FAN CABLE 60Hz MODE FLARE BLK GAMMA AUTO KNEE WHITE MATRIX...
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... adapter used , the MSU can be operated when the system is connected to be operated by remote control. 3 Master setup unit (MSU:AK-MSU930P) When a multiple number of operability as the 2z viewfinder. Component connections in an SD system 1 Component connections Refer to pages 18 to mount a larger lens (optional accessory) on the camera's power switch. 17 As a standard feature, it supports SD video input and output, and it affords the same level...
... adapter used , the MSU can be operated when the system is connected to be operated by remote control. 3 Master setup unit (MSU:AK-MSU930P) When a multiple number of operability as the 2z viewfinder. Component connections in an SD system 1 Component connections Refer to pages 18 to mount a larger lens (optional accessory) on the camera's power switch. 17 As a standard feature, it supports SD video input and output, and it affords the same level...
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... MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA NO. CLOSE BAR TEST WHITE SD CARD AUTO BLACK SET UP CHARACTER RST ALARM OPT FAN CABLE 60Hz MODE FLARE BLK GAMMA AUTO KNEE WHITE MATRIX HD. DTL SD. System connections 1 (with the connections, set the CCU power switch to the OFF position. 2 Connect the Multi-Format Camera to...
... MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA NO. CLOSE BAR TEST WHITE SD CARD AUTO BLACK SET UP CHARACTER RST ALARM OPT FAN CABLE 60Hz MODE FLARE BLK GAMMA AUTO KNEE WHITE MATRIX HD. DTL SD. System connections 1 (with the connections, set the CCU power switch to the OFF position. 2 Connect the Multi-Format Camera to...
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... CAM/VTR GAIN ON ON LOW OUTPUT CAM W.BAL B MID BAR A STBY SAVE HIGH TEST PRST PTT USER SEL Multi-Format Camera AK-HC931P 8z LCD viewfinder AK-HVF931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA...
... CAM/VTR GAIN ON ON LOW OUTPUT CAM W.BAL B MID BAR A STBY SAVE HIGH TEST PRST PTT USER SEL Multi-Format Camera AK-HC931P 8z LCD viewfinder AK-HVF931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit AK-HCU931P ROP cable ROP ON HEAD ON VFPW CAMERA...
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... ON LOW OUTPUT CAM W.BAL B MID BAR A STBY SAVE HIGH TEST PRST PTT USER SEL Multi-Format Camera AK-HC931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit 15 AK-HCU931P Large lens Build-up unit AK-HBU931P • A multiple number of cameras (up to...
... ON LOW OUTPUT CAM W.BAL B MID BAR A STBY SAVE HIGH TEST PRST PTT USER SEL Multi-Format Camera AK-HC931P CABLE OPEN SHORT ALARM FUSE 125V 5A FUSE 250V 2.5A TALLY/CALL MAIN HEAD POWER LEVEL COXN PGN1 PGN OFF PGN2 PUSH PRIVATE MIC ON OFF PTT Camera control unit 15 AK-HCU931P Large lens Build-up unit AK-HBU931P • A multiple number of cameras (up to...
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... 1 Extender display 2 Shutter speed/mode display 3 RET SEL display 4 Battery voltage display 5 Filter display 6 White balance memory display 7 Gain display 8 Audio CH1 and CH2 displays 9 Iris f-number display : Camera warning or message display ; The setting menu VF DISPLAY screen and the items which has an f-number voltage output is being used . 2 Shutter speed/mode display: This indicates the shutter speed or shutter mode setting. 3 RET SEL display: This indicates the return mode selected by the GAIN switch. 8 Audio CH1 and CH2 displays: The audio levels are also displayed. F14 Z99...
... 1 Extender display 2 Shutter speed/mode display 3 RET SEL display 4 Battery voltage display 5 Filter display 6 White balance memory display 7 Gain display 8 Audio CH1 and CH2 displays 9 Iris f-number display : Camera warning or message display ; The setting menu VF DISPLAY screen and the items which has an f-number voltage output is being used . 2 Shutter speed/mode display: This indicates the shutter speed or shutter mode setting. 3 RET SEL display: This indicates the return mode selected by the GAIN switch. 8 Audio CH1 and CH2 displays: The audio levels are also displayed. F14 Z99...
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... Center Mark Sel 1 Line Width 4 Bear in mind that item's menu. USER MENU Operation Painting Maintenance _ Entering the menu data After accessing the item menus, enter the respective data. 1 Turn the JOG dial to select the menu item to access that if, in step 3, the MENU switch is set . Menu operations Basic setting menu operations _ Displaying the menus User menu 1 Press the MENU button. VF Setting1 Side Modulation 15 Zone Mark 4:3 Safety Mark 16...
... Center Mark Sel 1 Line Width 4 Bear in mind that item's menu. USER MENU Operation Painting Maintenance _ Entering the menu data After accessing the item menus, enter the respective data. 1 Turn the JOG dial to select the menu item to access that if, in step 3, the MENU switch is set . Menu operations Basic setting menu operations _ Displaying the menus User menu 1 Press the MENU button. VF Setting1 Side Modulation 15 Zone Mark 4:3 Safety Mark 16...
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... voltage display to ON or OFF) COLOR TEMP (for setting the color temperature display to ON or OFF) White Ch (for setting the white balance memory) FAN POWER (for setting the camera fan to ON or OFF) FAN MODE (for setting the camera fan mode) USER SW (for setting the user switch) OUTPUT SEL (for setting the analog output to Y/Pb/Pr or RGB) H PHASE (for setting the horizontal phase) CABLE COMP (for setting the analog output cable compensation...
... voltage display to ON or OFF) COLOR TEMP (for setting the color temperature display to ON or OFF) White Ch (for setting the white balance memory) FAN POWER (for setting the camera fan to ON or OFF) FAN MODE (for setting the camera fan mode) USER SW (for setting the user switch) OUTPUT SEL (for setting the analog output to Y/Pb/Pr or RGB) H PHASE (for setting the horizontal phase) CABLE COMP (for setting the analog output cable compensation...
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... Date/Time Camera s internal calendar function settings SD CARD SD card operations with the camera MODE (for selecting the format, load or storage mode) FILE No (for setting the file number to be used) EXECUTE (for executing card operations) FORM CONV Camera s built-in downconverter settings MODE (for setting the down-converter mode) Iris Cont Auto Iris Window Select Iris Level Pear/Ratio A.Iris Range (for setting the range of adjusting fine auto iris level with iris volume joystick) A.Iris Speed (for setting the auto iris speed...
... Date/Time Camera s internal calendar function settings SD CARD SD card operations with the camera MODE (for selecting the format, load or storage mode) FILE No (for setting the file number to be used) EXECUTE (for executing card operations) FORM CONV Camera s built-in downconverter settings MODE (for setting the down-converter mode) Iris Cont Auto Iris Window Select Iris Level Pear/Ratio A.Iris Range (for setting the range of adjusting fine auto iris level with iris volume joystick) A.Iris Speed (for setting the auto iris speed...
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... selection: LOW, MID, HIGH 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 *When the CCU is connected) 1 indicates safety information. Optional...
... selection: LOW, MID, HIGH 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 *When the CCU is connected) 1 indicates safety information. Optional...