Panasonic Studio Handy Camera Ak Hc3800 Operating Instructions

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Parts and their functions (continued)
LINE MICRET
CTRL
PROMPTER    OUT
+48V
OFFAB+48V
INCOM
OFFABFRONT
REARDC OUT12V 1A
DC IN
MIC 1MIC 2LINE MIC
ON
OFF
PTT
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25
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19. RET switching control connector Connect the cable of the RET switching box here to control the ON/
OFF of RET 1, 2, and 3 and intercom microphone.
For RET 1, 2, and 3, you can select any of the Return A, Return B, 
and Digital  extender on the camera menu to assign it.
[USER MENU] > [OPERATION] > [SWITCH MODE] > [EXTERNAL 
RETURN1] ([EXTERNAL RETURN2], [EXTERNAL RETURN3])
RET A
 
: RET A image switching function is assigned
RET B

 
: RET B image switching function is assigned
D.EXT

 
: Digital extender switching function is assigned
20. Camera HD-SDI output1 connector (BNC) The camera HD-SDI images are output from this connector.
Use a 5C-FB or equivalent cable when outputting the HD-SDI signals.
21. Camera HD-SDI output2 connector (BNC) Camera images, VF images or RET images can be selected on the 
camera menu to output HD-SDI signals from this connector.
[USER MENU] > [OPERATION] > [SETTING] > [HD-SDI2 OUT]
MAIN 
: Outputs camera images from H
 D-SDI2
VF
 
: Outputs VF 
 images from HD-SDI2
RET
 
: Outputs return images from HD
 -SDI2
Use a 5C-FB or equivalent cable when outputting the HD-SDI signals.
22. PROMPT output connector The prompter video input from the CCU is output from this connector.
23. External power supply input connector Connect the input of the external DC power supply to this connector. 
(10.8 V to 17 V DC)
• Inrush current occurs when the power of this unit is turned on. 
Insufficient power supply capacity at power on may cause a failure.   
It is recommended to use an external DC power supply with a 
capacity that is at least double the total power consumption of this 
unit and components (viewfinder, etc.) whose power is turned on 
when the power of this unit is turned on. For the DC cable, use a 
2-core shielded cable with a core cross section equivalent to or 
larger than AGW18 (nominal cross section 0.824 mm 
2).
•
 When using the external DC power supply, be sure to turn ON the 
camera power switch  of the external DC power supply 
and then turn ON the camera power switch  of this unit. If 
you turn on 
the power in reverse sequence, the output voltage of the 
external DC power supply rises slowly so this unit may malfunction. 
•
 
Check the pin assignment of the DC output terminal on the external 
DC power supply and the pin assignment of the  terminal 
on this unit, and connect the terminals with the correct polarity. (→ 
page 17) 
Incorrect connection of the 12 V power supply terminal to the GND 
terminal may cause a fire or failure. 
•

 
Operation from the CCU and ROP while using an external DC 
power supply is also possible when this unit and the CCU are 
connected, but operation is affected by  the increase in distance 
between this unit and the CCU.
24. MIC1 selector switch1 If the MIC1 selector switch2 is set to "MIC," use this to switch the MIC 
input signal to FRONT MIC or REAR MIC.
FRONT  
: Switches to the FRONT MIC
REAR

 
: Switches to the REAR MIC
25. MIC1 selector switch2 Use this to switch the audio channel1 input signal to LINE or MIC.
LINE : Switches to the LINE input
MIC
 
: Switches to the FRONT MIC or 
 REAR MIC
26. MIC2 selector switch Use this switch to select LINE or MIC for the audio channel 2 input 
signals.
27. Rear MIC1 connector Connect an audio device or microphone to this connector. The gain 
setting can be selected on the camera menu.
The power for the microphone is supplied from this connector, 
enabling use of a phantom or AB powered microphone. Turn the 
power off when connecting a microphone and then configure the 
settings to match the microphone after connecting the microphone.
28. Rear MIC2 connector Connect an audio device or microphone to this connector. The gain 
setting can be selected on the camera menu.
The power for the microphone is supplied from this connector, 
enabling use of a phantom or AB powered microphone. Set the power 
for a microphone after connecting the microphone.
29. DC output connector 12 V DC power (up to 1.0 A) can be supplied. If the current exceeds 
the rating, the power is turned off forcibly.  
R and G tally signals are output. (Open collector type)
30. MIC1 power selector switch  Use this to select the type of power to be supplied to MIC1.
+48V : Phantom 48 V
OFF
 
: Power is not supplied
AB

 
: AB 12 V
31. MIC2 power selector switch Use this to select the type of power to be supplied to MIC2.
+48V  : Phantom 48 V
OFF
 
: Power is not supplied
AB

 
: AB 12 V  
						

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Parts and their functions (continued)
13
DC INMIC 2
MIC 1
LINE MIC
+48V
OFFAB
+48V
OFFAB
FRONT
REARDC OUT12V 1ALINE MIC
+48V
OFFAB
+48V
OFFAB
FRONT
REAR
DC OUTLINE MIC
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41
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42
40
38
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32. Grip PTT switch Use this to switch to Return A, Return B, or PTT in accordance with 
the setting.
This is set to PTT by factory default, and can be used to switch ON 
and OFF the intercom microphone. The function switching can be 
changed on the camera menu.
[USER MENU] > [OPERATION] > [SWITCH MODE] > [GRIP PTT]
RET A
 
: RET A image switching function is assigned
RET B

 
: RET B image switching function is assigned
PTT

   
: 
  
Function to turn on the intercom microphone only while 
the user is pressing the switch is assigned
33. Grip RET switch Use this to switch to Return A, Return B, or PTT in accordance with 
the setting.
It is set to Return A by factory default, and can be used to switch 
to Return A. The function switching can be changed on the camera 
menu.
[USER MENU] > [OPERATION] > [SWITCH MODE] > [GRIP RET]
RET A 
: RET A image switching function is assigned
RET B

 
: RET B image switching function is assigned
PTT

   
: 
  
Function to turn on the intercom microphone only while 
the user is pressing the switch is assigned
34. ND filter selector switch Pressing the [] buttons switches between the optical filters.
[]: CLEAR → 1/4 → 1/16 → 1/64 → CLEAR →... 
35. ND filter selector LEDThe LED for the selected optical filter number lights up.
1: CLEAR
2: 1/4
3: 1/16
4: 1/64
36. Gain selector switch Use this to select the gain for the camera images. (LOW, MID or 
HIGH) 
The gain setting can be selected from the CCU.
It cannot be used when the CCU is connected to this unit.
37. Camera output selector switch Use this to select the video output (CAM, BAR or TEST).
The gain function cannot be used when the CCU is connected to this 
unit.
38. White balance memory selector switch Use this to select the white balance memory. Data can be recorded to 
A or B. The factory settings are set when the switch is set to PRST.
It cannot be used when the CCU is connected to this unit.
39.  40. 41 Assignable switches ON/OFF function settings configured ahead of time can be assigned 
to these switches using the camera menu.
42. Memory card slot Insert a memory card (optional accessory) here. For the recording 
items, refer to the “Table of the adjustment setting ranges” (→ pages 
25 to 30).
The memory card is used for saving/reading the setting menus of this 
unit, reading CAC files, updating the software, etc.
 ●Memory cards that can be used in this unitInsert a memory card complying with the SD or SDHC standard into 
this unit. Note that an SDXC memory card is not supported.
Memory cards with the following capacity can be used in this unit.
 
 
SD (8 MB to 2 GB) 

 
SDHC (4 GB to 32 GB)
For the latest information not described in the Operating Instructions, 
refer to the following websites.
http://pro-av.panasonic.net/
Observe the following points when using and storing this unit.
•  Avoid high temperature and humidity.
•
 
Avoid water droplets.
•

 
Avoid static electricity.
* SD Logo is a trademark.  
						

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Parts and their functions (continued)
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43. Menu switch When this switch is pressed, the camera’s USER menu screen 
appears ([OPERATION]/[MAINTENANCE] menu).
When it is pressed again, the menu screen display is cleared.
44. JOG dial button Turning the JOG dial while the menu screen is displayed moves the 
cursor to the setting items. The menu settings can be confirmed with 
this dial button.
For details on the menu operations, refer to the section on the menu 
operations (→ page 21).
45. Electronic shutter selector switch Set this to ON when the electronic shutter is to be used. When it is set 
to the SEL position, the shutter speed is switched within the preset 
range.
It cannot be used when the CCU is connected to this unit.
46. AWB/ABB start switch Use this for making automatic white balance adjustments (AWB) or 
automatic black balance adjustments (ABB).
It cannot be used when the CCU is connected to this unit.
47. Lens connector Connect the lens cable to this connector.
48. Front MIC1 connector Connect a microphone (optional accessory) here. When using the 
microphone, set the MIC1 selector switch  to FRONT.(→ page 15)
The power for the microphone is supplied from this connector, 
enabling use of a phantom or AB powered microphone. Turn the 
power off when connecting a microphone and then configure the 
settings to match the microphone after connecting the microphone. 
49. Viewfinder connector Connect the color viewfinder (AJ-CVF100G) or 50.8 mm (2-inch) HD 
viewfinder (AJ-HVF21KG) cable to this connector.
50. Rear viewfinder connectorConnect the 17.8 cm (7-inch) LCD viewfinder (AK-HVF70G).
Use this D-sub connector for the viewfinder interface.  
						

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Attaching/detaching the viewfinder (The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)
Attaching the viewfinder
An HD viewfinder can be used with this unit.
Use the AJ-HVF21KG or AJ-CVF100G (optional accessory).
For details on handling the viewfinder, refer to the operating instructions 
of the viewfinder.
1. Check that the camera’s POWER switch is in the OFF 
position.
2. Pull up the knob on the mounting plate and slide the 
plate to attach the viewfinder.
3. Tighten the stopper screw securely.
Pull up 
the knobStopper screw
4. Connect the plug to the viewfinder connector .

When connecting the plug to the viewfinder connector , check 
that the plug is inserted all the way into the connector.
Detaching the viewfinder
1.
 Check that the camera’s POWER switch is in the OFF 
position.
2. Remove the plug from the viewfinder connector .
3. Loosen the stopper screw, pull up the knob on the 
mounting plate, and slide the viewfinder along and off 
the plate.
Attaching the rear viewfinder
Use the AK-HVF70G rear viewfinder (optional accessory).
For details on handling the LCD viewfinder, refer to the operating 
instructions of the LCD viewfinder.
1. Check that the camera’s POWER switch is in the OFF 
position.
2. Check that the LCD viewfinder's PAN BRAKE knob and 
TILT LOCK dial are locked.
For the operating procedures of the LCD viewfinder's PAN BRAKE 
knob and TILT LOCK dial, refer to the operating instructions of the 
LCD viewfinder.
3. Press the lock release button and detach the D-sub 
connector cover.
Lock release button D-sub connector cover
4. Align the V-shaped protrusion on the LCD viewfinder 
with the V-shaped groove on the camera, and slide and 
push it until the lock is engaged.
V-groove
V-groove protrusion Hood

When attaching a viewfinder, do not hold the hood of the viewfinder.
Detaching the rear viewfinder
1.
 Check that the camera’s POWER switch is in the OFF 
position.
2. Slide the LCD viewfinder while pressing the lock release 
button until it is detached

When detaching a viewfinder, do not hold the hood of the viewfinder.
3. Attach the connector cover  
						

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Connecting a microphone
 „When the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder 
(optional accessory) for use
A microphone such as the AJ-MC700 microphone kit (optional 
accessory) can be mounted on the viewfinder.
1. Open the microphone holder
Microphone 
holder
2. Mount the microphone and tighten the clamp screw
Clamp screw
3. Pass the the microphone cable through the cable clamp, 
and connect it to the front MIC1 connector  on the 
unit
Front MIC1 connector
4. If front microphone audio is to be used, set the MIC1 
selector switch 1 to FRONT MIC  and the 
MIC1 selector switch 2 to , and use the MIC1 
power selector switch to set the power to match the 
microphone.
LINE MICRET
CTRL
PROMPTER    OUT
+48V
OFFAB+48V
OFFABFRONT
REARDC OUT12V 1A
DC IN
MIC 1MIC 2LINE MIC
MIC1 selector switch1 MIC1 power selector switch
MIC1 selector switch2  
						

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Component system configuration
An example of the standard system consisting of the Studio Handy Camera (AK-HC3800G/GS) and peripheral components is shown below.
The basic system configuration includes the lens, Studio Handy Camera, viewfinder, CCU, and ROP.
System block diagram
Microphone Kit
AJ-MC700
Color Viewfinder
AJ-CVF100G
2˝ HD Viewfinder
AJ-HVF21KG
Handy lens Studio Handy Camera
AK-HC3800G/GS
Tripod Attachment
SHAN-TM700
Memory card 7˝ LCD Viewfinder
AK-HVF70G
Remote Operation Panel (ROP)
AK
- HRP200G
Camera Control Unit (CCU)
AK
- HCU200/S
ROP cable
Optical fiber multi cable
Microphone Holder
AJ-MH800G
Outline of peripheral components
 z Camera Control Unit (CCU: AK-HCU200/S)This is the camera control unit for the Studio Handy Camera.
It is connected to the Studio Handy Camera using an optical fiber 
multi cable.
Do not connect a camera control unit other than AK-HCU200/S.
 zRemote Operation Panel (ROP: AK-HRP200G)The ROP is connected to the CCU using the ROP cable, and enables 
the camera, CCU, and lens to be remotely controlled.
 zColor Viewfinder (1˝ VF: AJ-CVF100G)
 z50.8 mm (2-inch) HD Viewfinder (2˝ VF: AJ-HVF21KG)This is the viewfinder for the Studio Handy Camera.
 z17.8 cm (7-inch) LCD Viewfinder (7˝ LCD VF: AK-HVF70G)This is the LCD viewfinder for the Studio Handy Camera.
Component connections
Refer to pages 14 to page 15 for the component connections.
After all the components have been connected, set the CCU’s main 
power switch to the ON position.
Then turn on the camera’s power switch.  
						

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AK-HC3800G/GS Connector Pins
Numbers in "Parts and their functions"
7 OPT FIBERTAJIMI ELECTRONICS
1
6 5
2
OPT
OPT
3
4
Pin 
number Signal
1 OPT-TX (Mark Band = IN)
2 OPT-RX (Mark Band = OUT)
3 DC190V (C)
4 DC190V (H)
5 STBY_SIG
6 STBY_PWP
 LEMO
1
3
6 4
5
2
OPT
OPT
Pin 
number Signal
1 OPT-TX (Mark Band = IN)
2 OPT-RX (Mark Band = OUT)
3 STBY_PWP
4 STBY_SIG
5 DC190V (H)
6 DC190V (C)
10 INCOM: NC5FBH (NEUTRIK)
Pin 
number Signal
1 TALK_GND
2 TALK
3 RECEIVE_GND
4 RECEIVE
5
19 RET CTRL: HR10A-7R-6SC (Hirose Electric) 
1
234
561
2
3
4 5
6
Pin 
number Signal
1 INCOM1_MIC_ON
2
3 AGND
4 RET_CNT3
5 RET_CNT1
6 RET_CNT2
23 DC IN : HA16RA-4P (Hirose Electric) 
1 2
3
4
Pin 
number Signal
1 GND
2
3
4 DC10.8V to 17V
CASE Frame GND
Numbers in “Parts and their functions”
27 MIC1: HA16PRM-3SG(72) (Hirose Electric) 
1
3
2
Pin 
number Signal
1 MIC1_GND
2 MIC1 (H)
3 MIC1 (C)
28 MIC2: HA16PRM-3SG(72) (Hirose Electric) 
1
3
2
Pin 
number Signal
1 MIC2_GND
2 MIC2 (H)
3 MIC2 (C)
29 DC OUT: HR10A-7R-4SC (Hirose Electric) 
1
2
3 4
Pin 
number Signal
1 UNREG_GND
2 R_TALLY_OUT (contact output)
3 G_TALLY_OUT (contact output)
4 SCRIPT+12V
47 LENS: HR10A-10R -12SC (Hirose Electric)
Pin 
number Signal
1 LENS_RETSW
2 LENS_VTRSW
3 AGND
4 ENF_SERVO
5 IRIS_CONT
6 LENS+12V
7 IRIS_POSI
8 H_IRIS_A-R
9 EXTENDER
10 ZOOM_POSI
11 FOCUS_POS/L_RXD
12 S_IRIS_A-R/L_TXD
48 MIC1(FRONT):  HA16PRM-3SG(71) 
(Hirose Electric)
1
3
2
 
Pin 
number Signal
1 FRONT_MIC_GND
2 FRONT_MIC (H)
3 FRONT_MIC(C)
Numbers in “Parts and their functions”
49 VF:HR12-14RF-20SDL (Hirose Electric)2016
5 1
Pin 
number Signal
1 VF+12V
2 VF+12V
3 VF+9V (Unused)
4 VF-PBOUT_GND
5 VF-PROUT_GND
6 VF-YOUT
7 VF-YOUT_GND
8 VF_CLK
9 VF_WR
10 VF_DATA
11 GND
12 ZEBRA_SW
13 PEAKING (Unused)
14 TA_BOX_ACT (Unused)
15 VF-PROUT
16 VF-PBOUT
17 VF_SW3 (Unused)
18 FRONT_VR (Unused)
19 TA_TALLY (Unused)
20 F_GND
50 REAR VF:   D02-29 S-N-F0
(Japan Aviation Electronics 
Industry)
1
29
Pin 
number Signal
1 Y
2 Pb
3 Pr
4
5 I2CDATA
6 R_TALLY
7 UP_TALLY
8
9 VF12V
10
11 Y-GND
12 Pb-GND
13 Pr-GND
14 A-GND
15 D-GND
16
17 UNREG-GND
18
19 F-GND
20 VF P-REQ
21
22
23 (P-CONT)
24 I2C-CLK
25 G_TALLY
26 (VF-ACT)
27
28
29  
						

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Status displays on viewfinder screen
Studio Handy Camera settings and messages indicating operating statuses appear on the viewfinder screen. The camera menu [INDICATOR1] and 
[INDICATOR2] screen and the items which have been set to ON using the switches related to the viewfinder display appear at the top and bottom of the 
screen. When a setting has been changed or an adjustment made, a message with details of the setting, the status of the adjustment process, or the 
adjustment result is displayed for about 3 seconds.
5 9 9 4 i
1 0 8 0 - 5 9 9 4 i 1 / 2 0 0 0
C A CF 5 6 Z 9 91 0
1
EX 2 R E T 1
C H 2 - - - -- - - +
C H 1 - - - -
- - - +
D EX x 2
A C A M   R C V :
    
Camera warning and information display area F A N   O F F
D R S D 5 .6
1 8 dB
1
5
4
6
1 6 8
1 1
1 2 1 3 1 09 7 1 41 71 9
2 0
1 5
2
3 1 8
1. Camera mode display59.94i, 50i
2. System mode display1080-59.94i, 1080-50i
3. Shutter speedThe shutter value is displayed in accordance with each setting. ●Fixed shutter: “*/****”
When [59.94i]:
1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000
When [50i]:
1/60, 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/1500, 1/2000
 ● Variable shutter: “*/****”
When [59.94i]: 1/60.0 to 1/250
When [50i]: 1/50.0 to 1/250
4. Chromatic aberration compensation displayIf compensation is selected, [CAC] is displayed.
5. Camera warning and information display areaA message indicating the occurrence of an error, the camera settings, 
the progress made in the adjustments, and the adjustment results 
appear here for about 3 seconds.
6. RETURN ID displayThe RETURN ID of the current RETURN output number is displayed.
The corresponding ID (character string) set in [OPERATION] > 
[RETURN SETTING] > [ID SETTING] > [RETURN1] to [RETURN4] in 
the camera menu is displayed.
The following RETURN IDs (character strings) are set by factory 
default.
RET1 (When RETURN1 output)
RET2 (When RETURN2 output)
RET3 (When RETURN3 output)
RET4 (When RETURN4 output)
7. AUDIO input channel and level meterThe audio levels for MIC1 (CH1) and MIC2 (CH2) are displayed here.
CH1– ---■---+
CH2– ---■---+
8. Extender display[EX2] is displayed when the lens extender is being used.
9. DRS display[DRS] is displayed when the DRS function is ON.
10. 5600K display[D5.6] is displayed when the electronic color correction is set to ON.
11. Filter position displayThe ND filter position is displayed.
1: Crear, 2: 1/4ND, 3: 1/16ND, 4: 1/64ND
12. White balance memory displayThe automatic adjustment memory selected for the white balance is 
displayed.
A: The white balance memory selector switch  is set to “A.”
B: The white balance memory selector switch  is set to “B.”
P: 
 
The white balance memory selector switch  is set to 
“PRST.”
13. Gain displayThe gain setting for the video amplifier selected with
the gain selector switch (dB display) is displayed.
12 dB max. setting: -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB
36 dB max. setting: -3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 27, 36 dB
14. Iris F value displayThe approximate value in the iris setting (F value) is displayed.
OPEN, F
*.* to F**, CLOSE
15. Zoom position displayThe zoom position is displayed as a numerical value.
Z00 to Z99
This display appears only when a lens which has a zoom position 
output is being used.
16. Digital extender displayThis is displayed when the digital extender is used.
Double: D EX x 2
17. Focus position displayThe focus position is displayed as a numerical value.
00 to 99
This value is only displayed when a lens that is compatible with CAC 
is used.  
						

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Status displays on viewfinder screen (continued)
18. Optical level displayAn optical signal received by the unit is indicated by one of five levels.
CAM RCV: „
CAM RCV: 

„„
CAM RCV: 

„„„
CAM RCV: 

„„„„
CAM RCV: 

„„„„„
19. FAN OFF displayThis is displayed when FAN POWER is set to OFF.
At this time, if the unit is being used with viewfinders attached to both 
the front and rear, the power supply of the viewfinder on the front is 
stopped.
20. WARM UP error displayIf the temperature is still below the specified temperature 
approximately 5 seconds after the power is turned on,  is 
displayed. (→ page 20)  
						

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Checking the operating time
The operating time can be checked in the [HOUR METER] items in the [MAINTENANCE] menu.
HEAD 
: The operating time of the cam
 era head can be checked.
FAN
 
: The operating time of the fan
  can be checked.
Warning displays
Camera warning displays
Warning displays appear when errors occur in the camera’s auto functions.
 zWhen AWB (Automatic White Balance) is executed:
1 AWB LOW LIGHT Auto white balance cannot be executed because the light quantity is insufficient.
Set the light quantity to an appropriate level.
2 AWB HIGH LIGHT Auto white balance cannot be executed because the light quantity is excessive.
Set the light quantity to an appropriate level.
3 AWB R/Bch NG Out Range The white balance convergence for the red or blue channel cannot be achieved.
Shoot a uniformly white object on the screen, and execute AWB.
 z
When ABB (Automatic Black Balance) is executed:
1 Not Finished Auto black balance cannot be completed successfully.
The lens iris may not be open.
2 R/B Out Range The black balance convergence for the red or blue channel cannot be achieved.
Check whether there are any errors in the image.
 z
When ASU (Automatic Setup) is executed:
1 LENS CTL NG Out Range The lens iris cannot be controlled.
Review the lens settings.
2 --- R/Bch NG An error has occurred in the red or blue channel in the process which is being executed.
Using a regular chart, check the correct position vis-à-vis the chart and angle of view, check the color 
temperature setting of the light source, and check whether any other areas are not amenable to control.
Other warning displays
 z
FAN STOP
FAN STOP The fan is stopped because there is a problem.
At this time, if the unit is being used with viewfinders attached to both the front and rear, the power supply of the 
viewfinder on the front is stopped.
Stop use immediately, and contact your dealer.
 z
WARM UP
WARM UP When the power is turned on, preheating is performed because the temperature inside the units has become too 
low.
If the temperature is such that preheating is still required approximately 5 seconds after the power is turned on, 
this warning disappears and  is displayed. (→ page 18, 19) 
Check that the WARM UP display or  has disappeared before use.