Panasonic Multi Format Camera Ak Hc3500 Operating Instructions

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Operating Instructions
Multi-Format Camera
Model No.  AK-HC3500P 


For your safety
CAUTION:
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Use of controls or adjustments or perfor mance 
of procedures other than those specified herein 
may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Don’t make any modifications.
Don’t repair by yourself.
Refer servicing to qualified personnel.
CAUTION:
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 1)  Read these instructions.
  )  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 manufacturer’s 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...

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Overview
This unit is a new-generation multi-format HD camera that 
supports the 1080i format.
It uses a ne
w-generation /3-inch .-megapixel IT-CCD 
[190 (H)   1080 (V)] imaging device. This newly developed 
CCD employs leading-edge processes and embodies a 
fresh look taken at the on-chip lens and CCD structure 
to improve the sensitivity, smear and dynamic range by 
a significant margin over previous CCDs. Furthermore, 
Panasonic’s horizontal single-line readout CCD and 
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Precautions for use
DON’TS
   Do not attempt to disassemble the camera 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 use. If the lens is not installed, do not leave the lens 
mount hole uncovered.
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Controls and their functions 

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Controls and their functions 

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Controls and their functions
 Lens mount (Bayonet type)
This is where the lens is mounted.
 Lens clamp lever
The lens is inserted into the lens mount , and this lever 
is then turned to clamp the lens in place.
 Lens cable, mic cable clamps
These are used to clamp the lens cable and mic cable in 
place.
D Camera hangers (supplied)
When the buildup unit (AK-HBU3500) is used, install 
these hangers to the camera with supplied screws 
(M3

  
 8 mm).
For details, refer to the Operating Instructions...

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Controls and their functions
 Back tally LED selector switch
This is used to set the back tally LED to ON or OFF.
 Back tally LED
This lights when the tally signal is supplied.
This lights up red when the R tally signal is supplied, 
green when the G tally signal is supplied, and red when 
both the R and G tally signals are supplied.
 RET switching control connector [RET CONT]
The cable of the RET switching box (optional accessory) 
is connected here for controlling the ON/OFF settings of 
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Controls and their functions
 Monitor output selector switch [MONI SEL]
This is used to select the images (Y, NAM, R, G, B) which 
are to be output from the monitor output connector.
 ND filter selector knob
This is used to adjust the optical filter manually when 
LOCAL has been selected as the filter setting.
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 CAP, : Through, 3: 1/4, 4: 1/16, 5: 1/64
  CC filter selector knob
This is used to adjust the optical filter manually when 
LOCAL has been selected as the filter setting.
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