Panasonic Convertible Camera Aw E860 Operating Instructions

Convertible Camera
AW-E860N
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, 
please read these instructions completely.
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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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1) Read these instructions.
2) Keep these instructions.
3) Heed all warnings.
4) Follow all instructions.
5) Do not use this apparatus near water.
6) Clean only with dry cloth.
7) Do not block any ventilation openings. Install in
accordance with the manufacturers instructions.
8) Do not install near any heat sources such as
radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that produce heat.
9) Do not defeat the safety purpose of the polarized
or grounding-type plug. A...

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CONTENTS
Preface ..................................................................................................................................................................................... 5
Features .................................................................................................................................................................................... 6
Special notes on operation...

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• The Panasonic AW-E860N is a digital signal processing
color video camera that incorporates three 2/3” wide
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 by
following the setup menu.
• Connection to peripheral devices, such as a RCU, a RCB
and a lens and the camera pan/tilt unit enables a wide
variation of system configurations.•...

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Features1. 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: 65 dB (DNR ON)
3. Minimum illumination: 0.4 lx (F1.7, Night eye H mode)
4. SET UP menu for system check and readjustments.
5. Built-in automatic controls, including ATW, ELC, and
AGC.
6. CCD readout is switchable between field and frame
modes. Vertical resolution can be stepped up in frame
mode and it is effective for...

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Special notes on operation• 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.
• There is a cooling fan inside. It is an...

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PrecautionsDON’TS
• Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, remote control
unit (RCU) or other units. In order to prevent electric
shock, do not remove screws or covers. 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 camera is
not in use. If the lens is not installed, do not leave the lens
mount hole...

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DOS
• Refer any servicing to qualified service personnel.
• Handle the camera with care.
• Protect the precision made lens by placing the lens cap
over when the camera is not in use. If the lens is not
installed, protect the surface of the prism by placing the
body cap into the lens mount hole.
• Use a mild blower or lens cleaning tissue designed for
coated lenses, to clean the surface of the lens or prism in
the event that it should become dirty.
• Use a dry cloth to clean the camera if it is dirty....

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Major operating controls and their functions