Panasonic Convertible Camera Aw E350p Operating Instructions

Convertible Camera
AW-E750
AW-E655
AW-E650
AW-E350
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, 
please read these instructions completely.
AW-E350 AW-E750AW-E650
AW-E655 

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CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO 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...

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CONTENTS
PREFACE ................................................................................................................................................................................ 4
FEATURES .............................................................................................................................................................................. 5
SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION...

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• The Panasonic AW-E750, AW-E655, AW-E650 and
AW-E350 are digital signal processing color video
cameras that incorporates three CCDs;
2/3 3CCD (AW-E750)
1/2 3CCD (AW-E655, AW-E650)
1/3 3CCD (AW-E350)
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 by following the setup menu.
• Connection to peripheral devices, such as a RCU, a
RCB and...

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1. Digital video signal processing for high quality, high
reliability, high performance, lightweight and 
compact size.
2. Resolution: 850 lines (HIGH BAND DTL: ON)
S/N ratio:
67dB (DNR ON) (AW-E750, AW-E655, AW-E650)
66dB (DNR ON) (AW-E350)
3. Minimum illumination:
0.00005 lx (AW-E750, AW-E655, AW-E650)
0.00015 lx (AW-E350)
4. The built-in CCD storage function and digital gain up
function provide an even higher degree of high 
sensitivity.
5. RGB, Y/Pr/Pb and Y/C signal output circuits 
provided.
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• 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 performed while power is off.
• While the camera is in automatic mode;
Shooting of bright objects in ELC operation mode
may result in a smeared picture unique to the CCD.
The ATW function under fluorescent illumination can
adversely change the white balance.
SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION
• There is a cooling fan inside.
Do not cover the...

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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 14°F to 113°F (−10°C to +45°C),
and the relative humidity is within 30 % to 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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(model AW-E655 only) 

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2. Lens fixing ring knob
Rotate the lens fixing ring knob counterclockwise
and remove the lens mount cap. Mount the lens on
the camera and rotate the lens fixing ring knob
clockwise in order to fix the lens securely.
3. Mic Jack (model AW-E655 only)
This is a ø3.5 mm mic jack which supports PLUG IN
POWER. Use the microphone which has more than
1kΩof impedance, unbalanced.
4. Mounting hole
To install the camera on a wall or ceiling or to use a
pan/tilt head or tripod, secure the unit using this
screw...