Panasonic Convertible Camera Aw E300 Operating Instructions

Convertible CameraAW-E300
Before attempting to connect or operate this product,
please read these instructions completely.
(Lens : Optional accessory) 

Warning:
This equipment generates and uses radio frequency ener-
gy and if not installed and used properly, i.e., in strict
accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.    It has been tested
and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing
device pursuant to Subpart J of Part 15 of FCC Rules,
which are designed to provide reasonable protection
against such interference when operated in a commercial
environment.
This digital apparatus does not...

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CONTENTS
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 2
SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION...

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The Panasonic AW-E300 is a digital signal processing
color video camera that incorporates three 1/3” CCDs.
A digital video signal processing system is packed in a
compact, lightweight body while assuring high picture
quality, high reliability and high performance.
System setup and adjustments can be easily performed
1. Digital video signal processing for high quality, high
reliability, high performance, lightweight and com-
pact size.
2. Resolution: 800 lines (HIGH BAND DTL: ON), S/N
ratio: 63 dB...

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11. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural
dynamic ranges.
12. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color
images.
13. Four use modes for each of your specific applica-
tions can be selected.
14. SMPTE color bar is indicated on the monitor screen.
15. Remote control with a RCU, RCB or a Hibrid control
panel.
• Turn power off before connecting or disconnecting
cables.
• Connection or disconnection of any studio cable,
RCB cable or other cable to any unit of equipment
must be...

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DONTS• Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote
Control Unit (RCU) or other units.  In order to pre-
vent electric shock, do not remove screws or cov-
ers.  There are no user-serviceable parts inside.
• Do not abuse the camera.  Avoid striking, shaking,
etc. The camera contains sensitive components
which could be damaged by improper handling or
storage.
• Do not let the lens remain uncapped when the cam-
era is not in use.  If the lens is not installed, do not
leave the lens mount hole...

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• Take immediate action if ever the camera or RCU
should become wet.  Turn the power off and have
the unit checked by an authorized service facility.
• Follow normal safety precautions to avoid personal
injury.
• Use the camera in an environment where the tem-
perature is within -10°C - +45°C (14°F - 113°F),
and the relative humidity is within 30 % - 90 %.
• Always turn the power off when the camera is not
going to be used.  Operate the camera and RCU
only when there is adequate ventilation.
DOS•...

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 MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 

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3. Flange-back Adjustment Screws (FOCUS/LOCK)
When flange-back adjustment is necessary, loosen
the lock screw and turn the focus screw to adjust
the flange-back.
4. Menu Switch (MENU/M)
A menu will appear on the monitor screen when this
switch is pressed for about 5 seconds. This item
can be selected by pressing the switch while the
menu is on the screen.
5. Item/AWC Switch (ITEM/AWC/

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Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal
1 Not Used 7 Iris F2 Not Used 8 Auto/Remote Control3 GND 9 Not Used4 Auto/Manual Control 10 Not Used5 Iris Control 11 Not Used
6 Lens P 12 Not Used
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10. I/F Remote Connector (I/F REMOTE)
Input terminal dedicated to control signals from the
optional Remote Control Box (RCB) (WV-CB700A)
and the RCU (WV-RC700A, WV-RC550) and the
camera pan/tilt unit (AW-PH300).
* WV-CB700A is connected through the optional RCB
cable...