Panasonic Aj Sdx900 Operating Instructions Manual

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Chapter 5  Preparation
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1Attach the lens to the camera.
At this stage, do not forget to connect the lens cable.
2Set the lens aperture to manual and open the aperture.
3Set the lighting in such a way that the appropriate video
output level is achieved at a distance of about 3 meters
away from the chart used for the flange back adjustment.
If the video level is too high, use the filters and shutter.
5Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position either
manually or electrically.
6Shoot the chart used for...

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< LENS FILE >
#FILE NO.          :1
READ
WRITE
TITLE : ************
1:              5:
2:              6:
3:              7:
4:              8:
< WHITE SHADING >
CORRECT           :ON
#DETECTION(V.SAW)
81Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to “A” or “B,” and
use the AUTO W/B BAL switch to adjust the white
balance automatically (AWB).
2Use the AUTO W/B BAL switch to adjust the black
balance automatically (ABB).
3Again, use the AUTO W/B BAL switch to adjust the
white balance...

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< LENS FILE >
FILE NO.          :1
READ
WRITE
TITLE : ************
1:              5:
2:              6:
3:              7:
4:              8:
;
5When the JOG dial button is pressed, the arrow (cursor)
moves to the title input area, and the input mode is
established.
9When the characters have been input, turn the JOG dial
button to move the arrow (cursor) to the “:” position.
6Press the JOG dial button again and turn it until the
character to be set is displayed.
When the...

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Chapter 5  Preparation
5-4 Audio input signal
preparations
Prepare to connect the audio components which will supply
the audio signals to the unit.
5-4-1 When using the front
microphone
The microphone of the AJ-MC700P mic kit (optional
accessory) can be attached to the viewfinder.
5-4-2 When using an external
microphone
First attach the AJ-MH700P mic holder (optional accessory).
1Open the mic holder.
1Remove the screws used to attach the mic holder.
2Attach the mic holder to the main unit using the...

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5-4-3 When using a wireless
receiver
When using an externally connected wireless
receiver
Attach the wireless receiver when a wireless system is to be
used.
5-4-4 When using an audio
component
1Attach the wireless receiver to the camera attachment.
1Connect the AUDIO IN connectors on the camera with
the audio component using the XLR cable.
1Remove the slot cover, insert the wireless receiver, and
screw it down.
2Set the AUDIO IN switch or switches for the channel or
channels...

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Slide lever
1Mount the tripod attachment on the tripod.

Take account of the center of gravity of the unit and that of the
tripod attachment when selecting the attachment hole.  Check
that the diameter of the hole selected matches the diameter of
the tripod head screw.
2Mount the unit on the tripod attachment.
Tripod head Tripod attachment
Shoulder belt
The tab opens
when it is
pressed.
To disengage the shoulder belt, press the tabs.

Check that the shoulder belt is attached...

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5-8 Attaching the rain cover
Example showing use of the SHAN-RC700 rain
cover
≥Before connecting or disconnecting the dedicated cable, be
absolutely sure to set the POWER switches on the unit and
the AJ-EC3P to OFF.
≥If the ECU DATA SAVE item on the  screen is
set to OFF, the camera related settings among the
adjustments and settings performed using the AJ-EC3P will
be erased when the unit’s POWER switch is set to OFF. In
addition, it will not be possible to write this data to...

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Chapter 6  Maintenance and inspections
6-1 Inspections prior to
shooting
Before setting off for a shooting session, perform the following
inspections to verify that the system is functioning correctly.  It
is recommended that a color video monitor be used to check
the images.
6-1-1 Preparation for inspections6-1-2 Inspecting the camera unit
1Insert a fully charged battery.
1Set the zoom to the motorized zoom mode, and check its
operations in this mode.
Check that the image changes when the zoom is set...

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Chapter 6  Maintenance and inspections
6-1-3 Inspecting the VTR unit
Perform all the steps outlined in section “1. Tape travel
inspection” through section “4. Earphone and speaker
inspection” one after the other.
1. Tape travel inspection
1Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE, and check that
the VTR SAVE lamp inside the viewfinder lights.
2Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY, and check that
the VTR SAVE lamp goes off.
3Set the TCG switch to R-RUN.
4Set the DISPLAY switch to CTL.
5Press the unit’s...

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5. Inspection using external microphones
1Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH1 and
CH2 jacks.
2Set the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 switches to REAR.
3Set the LINE/MIC/+48V selector switch on the back panel
to MIC or +48V in accordance with the external mic’s
power supply type.
MIC :Internal power supply mic.
+48V :External power supply mic.
4Point the microphones at the sound source, and check
that the changes in the audio levels displayed on the
audio level...