Panasonic Camera Recorder Ajhdx900 Operating Instructions
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Operating Instructions Camera-Recorder Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully an\ d save this manual for future use. P Model No.AJ- E VQT0X86 F0706W0 -F @ Printed in Japan ENGLISH +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
2 indicates safety information. CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. 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. The exclamation point within an equilateral triangle is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (service) instructions in the literature accompanying the appliance. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Caution regarding laser beams The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to light from a laser beam. When using the camera-recorder in locations where laser irradiation equi\ pment is used, be careful not to allow the laser beam to shine directly on the lens. A rechargeable battery that is recyclable powers the product you have pu\ rchased. FCC Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy, and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. Warning: To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to external units. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate it. WARNING: O TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. O TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. Read this first! (For AJ-HDX900P) This product contains a CR Coin Cell Lithium Battery which contains Perc\ hlorate Material – special handling may apply. See www.dtsc.ca/gov/hazardouswaste.perchlorate. +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
3 indicates safety information. $DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY UNSCREWING THEM. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: O TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. O TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY. Caution regarding laser beams The CCD may be damaged if it is subjected to light from a laser beam. When using the camera-recorder in locations where laser irradiation equi\ pment is used, be careful not to allow the laser beam to shine directly on the lens. Read this first! (For AJ-HDX900E) +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
4 OBatteries are used for the main power source and memory back-up in the p\ roduct. At the end of their useful life, you should not throw them away. Instead, hand them in as small chemical waste. O Voor de primaire voeding en het reservegeheugen van het apparaat wordt g\ ebruikgemaakt van een batterij. Wanneer de batterij is uitgeput, mag u deze niet gewoon weggooien, maar \ dient u deze als klein chemisch afval weg te doen. Attention/Attentie Main Power Battery (Ni-Cd Battery) Batterij Voor Primaire Voeding (Nikkelcadmiumbatterij) To remove the battery/Verwijderen van de batterij Back-up Battery (Lithium Battery) Batterij Voor Reservegeheugen (Lithiumbatterij) Anton/Bauer Battery Anton/Bauer-Batterij Unlock Ontgrendelingshefboom OIf a battery made by any other manufacturer is to be used, check the Operating Instructions accompanying the battery. O In geval u een batterij van een anden fabrikant zou gebruiken, gelieve dan eerst zorgvuldig de gebruiksaanwijzing van deze batterij te lezen. OFor the removal of the battery for disposal at the end of its service life, please consult your dealer. O Raadpleeg uw leverancier over de verwijdering van de batterij op het moment dat u het apparaat bij einde levensduur afdankt. Read this first! (For AJ-HDX900E) +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
5 Contents Chapter 1 General ..................................... 7 1-1 Features of the camera unit ......................... 7 1-2 Features of the VTR unit .............................. 8 1-3 Features of the Input/Output unit ................ 8 1-4 Other featuresa ............................................. 9 1-5 Dimensions drawing ..................................... 9 1-6 System configuration ................................. 10 Chapter 2 Parts and their functions ...... 11 2-1 Power supply and accessory mountingsection ......................................................... 11 2-2 Audio function section ............................... 12 2-3 Shooting and recording/playback function section ......................................................... 14 2-4 Menu operation section .............................. 17 2-5 Time code related section .......................... 18 2-6 Warning/status display section ................. 19 2-7 Display window and its displays ............... 19 2-8 Viewfinder section ...................................... 21 Chapter 3 Recording and playback ....... 22 3-1 Cassette tapes ............................................. 22 3-2 Basic procedures ........................................ 23 3-3 Scene-to-scene continuity ......................... 25 3-4 To record video signals of a few seconds before starting recording (PRE-RECORDING function) ....................... 26 3-5 Recording in intervals (INTERVAL REC function) ........................... 27 3-6 To take the previous cut again (RETAKE function) ...................................... 29 3-7 To check the last few seconds of the recording (Rec-review function) ................ 29 3-8 Normal playback and playback at different speeds .......................................................... 29 Chapter 4 Adjustments and settings for recording ................................ 30 4-1 Multi Format ................................................ 30 4-1-1 Video system and Recording format ............... 30 4-1-2 Recording format on tapes and signal format at output connector ............................................. 31 4-2 Adjusting the white balance and black balance .............................................. 32 4-2-1 Adjusting the white balance ............................ 32 4-2-2 Adjusting the black balance ............................ 34 4-3 Setting the electronic shutter .................... 35 4-3-1 Shutter modes ................................................. 35 4-3-2 Setting the shutter mode and speed ............... 36 4-3-3 Setting the synchro scan mode ....................... 36 4-4 Selecting the audio input signals andadjusting their recording levels ................. 37 4-4-1 Selecting the audio input signals ..................... 37 4-4-2 Adjusting the audio signal recording levels ..... 37 4-4-3 CH3 and CH4 recording levels ........................ 38 4-5 Setting the time data ................................... 38 4-5-1 Setting the user bits ........................................ 38 4-5-2 Setting the internal clock’s date and time ........ 42 4-5-3 Setting the time code ...................................... 43 4-5-4 Externally locking the time code ...................... 43 4-5-5 Setting the UMID information .......................... 47 4-6 Menu displays on the viewfinder screen ... 48 4-6-1 Menu configuration .......................................... 48 4-6-2 Basic menu operations .................................... 48 4-6-3 Selecting the user menus ................................ 49 4-7 Viewfinder screen status displays ............ 50 4-7-1 Viewfinder lamp displays .................................. 50 4-7-2 Viewfinder screen status display configuration ..................................................... 50 4-7-3 Selecting the viewfinder screen display items ................................................................ 50 4-7-4 Display modes and setting changes/adjustment result messages .............................................. 56 4-7-5 Setting the marker displays ............................. 56 4-7-6 Setting the camera ID ..................................... 56 4-7-7 Mode check screen displays (MODE CHECK button function) ..................... 57 4-7-8 Marker check screen displays (MARKER SELECT button function) ............... 57 4-8 Selection of video output signals .............. 58 4-8-1 Settings of signals output from VIDEO OUTconnector ......................................................... 58 4-8-2 Settings of signals output from MON OUT connector ........................................................ 60 4-9 Menu-driven function setup ....................... 61 4-9-1 Setting the USER SW GAIN switching ............ 61 4-9-2 Selecting the F.AUDIO LEVEL control function ................................................ 61 4-9-3 Allocating functions to the USER MAIN, USER1 and USER2 buttons ........................................ 62 4-9-4 Setting the color temperature manually .......... 63 4-10 Set data handling ........................................ 64 4-10-1 Handling the setup card .................................. 65 4-10-2 Setup card operations ..................................... 65 4-10-3 How to use the user data ................................ 69 4-10-4 How to use the scene file data ........................ 70 4-10-5 Method for returning to user settings .............. 73 4-10-6 Method for returning to the factory settings ..... 73 4-10-7 Lens file ........................................................... 74 4-10-8 How to provide lens files ................................. 74 4-10-9 To save the lens file into the built-in memory.... 75 4-10-10 To read the lens file from the built-in memory.... 77 4-10-11 To write in and read out the lens file to/from the SD memory card ............................................. 78 Chapter 5 Preparation ............................. 80 5-1 Supplying the power ................................... 80 5-1-1 Attaching the battery and setting the battery type ..................................................... 80 5-1-2 Use of the external DC power supply .............. 82 5-2 Attaching the lens and adjusting the flange back .............................................................. 83 5-3 Adjusting the white shading of the lens ... 84 +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
6 OUniSlot is a trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki co., Ltd. O “DOLBY” and the double-D symbol Îare trademarks of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation. O Other names of companies and products are trademarks or registered trademarks of the respective companies. Contents (continued) 5-4 Audio input signal preparations ................ 86 5-4-1 When using the front microphone ................... 86 5-4-2 When using a wireless receiver ...................... 86 5-4-3 When using an audio component .................... 87 5-5 Mounting the unit on a tripod .................... 87 5-6 Attaching the shoulder belt ....................... 88 5-7 Adjusting the position of the shoulder pad ............................................... 88 5-8 Attaching the rain cover ............................. 88 5-9 Attacching the FRONT AUDIO LEVEL control knob ................................................ 88 5-10 Connection of the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G) .................................................. 89 5-11 Connection of the external switch ............ 89 Chapter 6 Maintenance and inspections ............................. 90 6-1 Inspections prior to shooting .................... 90 6-1-1 Preparation for inspections ............................. 90 6-1-2 Inspecting the camera unit .............................. 90 6-1-3 Inspecting the VTR unit ................................... 91 6-1-4 Self-diagnosis function .................................... 92 6-2 Maintenance ................................................ 93 6-2-1 Condensation ................................................... 93 6-2-2 Head cleaning .................................................. 93 6-2-3 Cleaning inside the viewfinder ........................ 93 6-2-4 Phenomena inherent to CCD cameras ........... 93 6-2-5 Replacing the backup battery .......................... 93 6-2-6 Connectors and signals ................................... 94 6-3 Warning system .......................................... 98 6-3-1 Warning description tables .............................. 98 6-3-2 Error codes .................................................... 100 6-3-3 Emergency eject ........................................... 100 Chapter 7 Menu description tables ...... 101 7-1 Menu configfation ..................................... 101 7-2 SYSTEM SETTING ..................................... 102 7-2-1 SYSTEM MODE ............................................ 102 7-2-2 REC FUNCTION ........................................... 102 7-2-3 OUTPUT SEL ................................................ 103 7-2-4 VIDEO OUT SETTING .................................. 103 7-2-5 MONITOR OUT SETTING ............................ 104 7-2-6 RC OUT SETTING ........................................ 104 7-2-7 DOWNCON SETTING .................................. 105 7-2-8 GENLOCK ..................................................... 105 7-2-9 OPTION MODE ............................................. 106 7-3 PAINT ......................................................... 107 7-3-1 RB GAIN CONTROL ..................................... 107 7-3-2 RGB BLACK CONTROL ............................... 107 7-3-3 MATRIX ......................................................... 108 7-3-4 COLOR CORRECTION ................................ 108 7-3-5 LOW SETTING ............................................. 109 7-3-6 MID SETTING ............................................... 110 7-3-7 HIGH SETTING ............................................. 110 7-3-8 ADDTIONAL DTL .......................................... 111 7-3-9 SKIN TONE DTL ........................................... 112 7-3-10 KNEE/LEVEL ................................................ 113 7-3-11 GAMMA ......................................................... 113 7-3-12 CAMERA SETTING ...................................... 114 7-4 VF ............................................................... 115 7-4-1 VF DISPLAYS ............................................... 115 7-4-2 VF MARKER ................................................. 116 7-4-3 VF USER BOX .............................................. 116 7-4-4 VF INDICATOR1 ........................................... 117 7-4-5 VF INDICATOR2 ........................................... 117 7-4-6 MODE CHECK IND ....................................... 118 7-4-7 !LED .............................................................. 118 7-5 OPERATION ............................................... 119 7-5-1 CAMERA ID .................................................. 119 7-5-2 SHUTTER SPEED ........................................ 119 7-5-3 SHUTTER SELECT ...................................... 119 7-5-4 USER SW ..................................................... 120 7-5-5 SW MODE ..................................................... 121 7-5-6 WHITE BALANCE MODE ............................. 121 7-5-7 USER SW GAIN ............................................ 122 7-5-8 LENS/IRIS ..................................................... 122 7-6 FILE ............................................................ 123 7-6-1 CARD READ/WRITE .................................... 123 7-6-2 CARD R/W SELECT ..................................... 123 7-6-3 LENS FILE .................................................... 123 7-6-4 LENS FILE CARD R/W ................................. 123 7-6-5 SCENE .......................................................... 123 7-6-6 INITIALIZE .................................................... 124 7-7 MAINTENANCE ......................................... 124 7-7-1 SYSTEM CHECK .......................................... 124 7-7-2 DIAGNOSTIC ................................................ 124 7-7-3 LENS ADJ ..................................................... 124 7-7-4 BLACK SHADING ......................................... 125 7-7-5 WHITE SHADING ......................................... 125 7-7-6 LENS FILE ADJ ............................................ 125 7-8 VTR MENU ................................................. 126 7-8-1 VTR FUNCTION ........................................... 126 7-8-2 BATTERY/TAPE ........................................... 126 7-8-3 BATTERY SETTING1 ................................... 127 7-8-4 BATTERY SETTING2 ................................... 128 7-8-5 MIC/AUDIO1 ................................................. 129 7-8-6 MIC/AUDIO2 ................................................. 129 7-8-7 TC/UB ........................................................... 130 7-8-8 UMID SET/INFO ........................................... 131 7-8-9 VTR DIAG ..................................................... 131 7-9 OPTION MENU............................................ 131 7-9-1 OPTION ........................................................ 131 Chapter 8 Specifications ...................... 132 +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
7 1 Chapter 1 General 1-1 Features of the camera unit The AJ-HDX900 is a video camera-recorder that integrates an HD camera pa\ rt equipped with a progressive scan (full pixel reading) 3-CCD camera unit featuring a 2/3-inch on-chip lens with a VTR\ that in turn supports the DVCPRO HD EX format. The progressive scan CCD produces high quality pictures with superior im\ age expression. The unit is both compact and lightweight, with minimal power consumption\ . Featuring high picture quality and sensitivity, the camera-recorder has excellent mobility and effectively withstands dust, \ humidity, and moisture. With many other superior functions, the unit is the optimum camera-recorder for production. OMulti-format The unit supports the following video systems by driving the CCD progressively. (Refer to page 30) O Storage type high-sensitivity function (DS. GAIN) The unit uses the storage type gain increase function by driving the CCD progressively. With this function, it is possible to obtain brighter pictures without increasing noise under low light conditions. This is a function that makes it possible to achieve higher sensitivity of up to 20 dB above the regular gain increase. Furthermore, this function can also be used as picture effects. O 14-bit A/D conversion digital signal processing Analog video signals are processed into digital data by a 14-bit A/D converter with sampling frequencies of 74 MHz. It is possible to reproduce images that are more finely detailed. O Film-like Gamma function The unit employs three types of film-like gamma to easily obtain film tones accumulated through Varicam (AJ- HDC27 series), so that a wide range of image impressions can be reproduced for production. (Refer to page 113) O Y-get function By allocating functions to USER button, it is possible to measure the subject’s video level easily. The lens aperture can be adjusted precisely for appropriate pictures. (Refer to page 62) O Lens file function The unit has 8 lens files. By using an SD memory card, 64 lens files can be stored. (Refer to page 74) O Data management function Within the unit, one user data file and four sets of scene file data can be saved. By using an SD memory card as the setup cart, up to eight sets of setup data can be stored. (Refer to page 64) O Color bar The unit employs the SMPTE color bar, ARIB color bar, Split color bar for SNG (Satellite News Gathering) as well as the conventional color bar, which is useful for adjusting the color monitor. (Refer to page 121) O DRS (Dynamic Range Stretcher) function The dynamic range can be streched by compressing the video signal level of a part with high brightness where white-color-skipping phenomena occur during ordinary shooting. (Refer to page 62) Video system Recording format 1080-59.94i 1080-59.94i 1080-29.97P 1080-23.98P 1080-59.94i (2-3 Pull-down) 1080-23.98PA 1080-59.94i(2-3-3-2 Pull-down) 1080-50i1080-50i 1080-25P 720-59.94P 720-59.94P 720-29.97P 720-23.98P 720-50P720-50P 720-25P +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
8 1-2 Features of the VTR unit 1-3 Features of the Input/Output unit Chapter 1 General (continued) ODVCPRO HD EX format system The VTR unit employs the DVCPRO HD EX recording format. Using the latest compression technology, it achieves two times the economy of the conventional DVCPRO HD format. O PRE RECORDING function provided as a standard configuration The VTR unit employs the PRE RECORDING function as the standard configuration. Pictures and voices of up to 7 seconds prior to pressing the VTR REC button can be recorded. (Refer to page 26) O Interval REC function and ONE-SHOT Recording function provided as a standard configuration The VTR unit employs the Interval REC function and the ONE-SHOT Recording function as the standard configuration. With memory control, this unit makes it possible to record in intervals with a minimum recording time in increments of one frame. This is particularly useful for shooting science and nature programs. Furthermore, when the unit is used for one-shot recording, frame-by-frame shooting is easily accomplished. (Refer to page 27) O Valid frame information The VTR unit supports multiple formats. For low frame rates, valid frame information is recorded in the user bits etc. When HD SDI signals are output, valid frame information is also output. (Refer to page 39) O Input signals from four separate audio channels The unit enables audio input signals from four channels to be selected separately. Further, the level of the signal in each channel can be monitored on the LCD display window. (Refer to page 12) O Built-in DOLBY NR The CUE audio recording circuitry contains a DOLBY B noise reduction circuit. O Unislot wireless receiver The unit’s construction supports a slot-in wireless receiver, which is available as an optional accessory. (Refer to page 86) O DVCPRO (IEEE1394) output provided as a standard configuration By connecting the non-linear editor to the DVCPRO output connector, it is possible to shoot and edit at the same time to improve mobility. However, control signals and video/audio signals from devices connected to the DVCPRO connector cannot be received. (Refer to page 16) O Two-system output of HD SDI signals provided HD SDI outputs are provided independently for Video output and Monitor output. Since it is possible to turn ON/OFF characters and markers independently for the respective outputs, it can be used fro video monitoring by video creators or recording on hard disks. On the HD SDI output, the embedded audio and the time code overlap. (Refer to page 31) O Down converter output provided as a standard configuration The video output can be switched between HD SDI signals and down converter output signals (analog composite signals). It is optimum for confirming shot images on the SD monitor. (Refer to page 31) O SD SDI output provided as a standard configuration The video output can be switched between HD SDI signals and down converter output signals (serial digital component signals). It is optimum for confirming shot images on the SD monitor. On the SD SDI output, the embedded audio overlap. (Refer to page 31) O Remote control connector By connecting the remote control unit (AJ-RC10G), which is available as an optional accessory, the unit can be controlled remotely. (Refer to page 89) O Confirmation of return video signals It is possible to confirm the return video signals (analog HD-Y signals) supplied to the GENLOCK IN connector of this unit in the viewfinder to confirm programs. (Only video signals from the same video system can be confirmed.) (Refer to page 121) O DC OUT connector The DC OUT connector of the unit produces 1.5 A of electrical current. By connecting an external switch to this connector, it is possible to control REC start/stop. Since a tally lamp can be used by connecting the LED to this connector, it is useful for shooting video when fixing the camera on a crane. (Refer to page 89) +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
9 1 1-4 Other features Chapter 1 General (continued) OSingle action shoulder pad slide function It is now possible to adjust the position where the unit is optimally balanced for operation using a single-touch action. This means that the operator can easily optimize the unit’s balance when the lens, battery, and other peripheral camera devices have been installed on the unit. (Refer to page 88) O Viewfinder connection From the viewfinder connector of the unit, 1080-59.94i or 1080-50i signals are output. Furthermore, signals are output for switching the frequencies of the connected viewfinder. Confirm images in multi formats by connecting the viewfinder (AJ-HVF21G), which is available as an optional accessory. (Refer to page 50) O User button On the side panel of the unit, three user buttons are available. For the respective buttons, it is possible to allocate functions that are used frequently. (Refer to page 62) 1-5 Dimensions drawing Unit: mm (inch) 129 (5-1/8) 329 (13) 62 (2-1/2) 102 (4- 1/16) 204 (8- 1/16) 271 (10- 11/16) +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.
10 Rain cover: SHAN-RC700 Soft carrying case: AJ-SC900 (not available in some area.) Hard carrying case: AJ-HT901GTripod adapter: SHAN-TM700 V-mount type battery plate NP-1 type battery holder PROPAC14, TRIMPAC14, HYTRON50/100/120, DIONIC90/100/160 ENDURA7/10, BP-GL65/95 NP-L7 Battery Microphone kit: AJ-MC900GUniSlot wireless microphone receiver: Sennheiser EK3041 Microphone holder: AJ-MH800G Lens (Bayonet type): Fujinon, Canon External DC power supply M Cassette tapes: AJ-HP23EMG AJ-HP33EMG Cleaning tape: AJ-CL12MP Remote control unit: AJ-RC10G 2-inch electronic HD viewfinder: AJ-HVF21G (Mic holder provided) GPS unit: AJ-GPS900G (This unit is not available in European region.) Camera-Recorder: AJ-HDX900 1-6 System configuration SD memory card Chapter 1 General (continued) All of the devices and accessories other than the unit, which are shown in this system configuration, are optionally available. To use these devices and accessories, refer to the respective operation manuals. +)%9@1@& 7259 @& 1.