Ikegami HDK-65C User manual

HIGH DEFINITION CAMERA SYSTEM
HDK-65C
(FA-97)
OPERATION MANUAL

1501 1st Edition (U)
1
OUTLINE
2
NAME and FUNCTION
INSTALLATION and 3
CONNECTION
4
OPERATION
CAMERA SETTINGS and 5
ADJUSTMENT
TROUBLE SHOOTING and 6
MAINTENANCE
7
SPECIFICATIONS
CHANGING INFORMATION
HDK-65C
(FA-97)
HIGH DEFINITION CAMERA SYSTEM
OPERATION MANUAL

Copyright © 2015 Ikegami Tsushinki Co., Ltd.
We reserve the copyright on the software we create.
No part of this publication may be modified or reproduced in any form, or by any means, without prior written permission from
Ikegami Tsushinki Co., Ltd.

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HDK-65C 1501 VER1 (U)
PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO RoHS DIRECTIVE
PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO RoHS DIRECTIVE
Following products described in this manual are products conforming to RoHS directive.
·HDK-65C ColorCamera
· VF421HD, VF13XHD, VFL912HD, VFL200HD Viewfinder
·CCU-970 CameraControlUnit
·OCP-200 OperationControlPanel
·MCP-200 MaintenanceControlPanel
·CPH-200 ControlPanelHub
·BSH-200 BaseStationHub
Products conforming to RoHS directive include products that do not contain specified hazardous substances such as lead, mercury,
cadmium, hexavalent chromium, polybrominated biphenyl (PBB) and polybrominated diphenyl ether (PBDE) in electrical and
electronic equipment excluding following exemption applications based on the EU directive (Directive2002/95/EC).
* About RoHS Directive
The RoHS directive stands for "the Restriction of the Use of Certain Hazardous Substances in Electrical and Electronic Equipment"
and is one of environmental directives in Europe. This directive restricts the use of specified hazardous substances in electrical and
electronic equipment.
●Applications exempted from RoHS directive compliance
Followings applications are permitted as exemptions from RoHS directive compliance.
1. Mercury in compact fluorescent lamps not exceeding 5mg per lamp
2. Mercury in straight fluorescent lamps for general purposes not exceeding:
- halophosphate 10mg
- triphosphate with a normal lifetime 5mg
- triphosphate with a long lifetime 8mg
3. Mercury in straight fluorescent lamps for special purposes
4. Mercury in other lamps not specifically mentioned in this Annex
5. Lead in the glass of cathode ray tubes, electronic components and fluorescent tubes
6. Lead as an alloying element in steel containing up to 0.35% lead by weight, aluminum containing up to 0.4% lead by weight and
as a copper alloy containing up to 4% lead by weight
7. Lead in following items
- Lead in high melting temperature type solders (i.e. tin-lead solder alloys containing more than 85% lead)
- Lead in solders for servers, storage and storage array systems
- Lead in solders for network infrastructure equipment for switching, signaling, transmission as well as network management
for telecommunication
- Lead in electronic ceramic parts (e.g. piezoelectronic devices)
8. Cadmium plating except for applications banned under Directive 91/338/EEC amending Directive 76/769/EEC relating to
restrictions on the marketing and use of certain dangerous substances and preparations
9. Hexavalent chromium as an anti-corrosion of the carbon steel cooling system in absorption refrigerators
10.Lead used in compliant pin connector systems
11. Lead as a coating material for the thermal conduction module C-ring
12.Lead and cadmium in optical and filter glass
13.Lead in solders consisting of more than two elements for the connection between the pins and the package of microprocessors
with a lead content of more than 80% and less than 85% by weight
14.Lead in solders to complete a viable electrical connection between semiconductor die and carrier within integrated circuit Flip
Chip packages
15.Decabrominated diphenyl ether (Deca-BDE) in polymeric applications

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MAINTENANCE OF PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO RoHS DIRECTIVE
MAINTENANCE OF PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO RoHS DIRECTIVE
Work with care about followings for maintenance of products conforming to RoHS directive.
1. Identification
- For products conforming to RoHS directive, the letter "E" is appended at the end of the serial number on the label. For models
that the letter cannot be appended to the serial number, the letter "E" will be described in a distinguishable position on the label.
A description example on a main label is shown below.
MODEL HDK-65C
SERIALNo. AA123456 E
Label
Product conforming to RoHS directive
- Print-circuit board of the products conforming to RoHS directive is manufactured by following methods.
[1] Blue resist ink is used for the print-circuit board. (The color of conventional print-circuit board is green.)
[2] Either one of the following marks is indicated by a serigraph or label.
Phase 3A Phase 3
2. Soldering
Since the melting point of lead-free solder used for the products conforming to RoHS directive is 20 to 45 degrees Celsius higher
than that of conventional solder with lead (Sn-Pb eutectic solder), a high temperature needs to be set to a soldering iron. Taking
allowable temperature limit of the parts and stable work into consideration, use a soldering iron with excellent thermal recovery
characteristics.
- Recommended solder composition is "Sn/3.0Ag/0.5Cu" or equivalent.
- Separate the soldering iron exclusively for RoHS products and the soldering iron for conventional use.
- Set the temperature of the soldering bit to 350 to 370 degrees Celsius.
The temperature may need to be adjusted according to the size of the copper foil land on the print-circuit board and the tip width
of the soldering bit.
- Finish by a lead-free solder looks dull or whitish compared to conventional solder with lead.
- If the customer mixed the lead-solder with the main body wiring or the circuit board, it becomes guarantee off the subject.
Ikegami doesn't guarantee to do the repair work. Because the solder polluted with lead cannot be removed.
3. Parts
Be sure to use parts conforming to RoHS directive.

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INFORMATION TO THE USER
INFORMATION TO THE USER
1. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC
Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated
in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required
to correct the interference at his own expense.
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user's authority to
operate the equipment.
2. Declaration of conformity
The CE mark means that the following products will meet the Directive 2004/108/EC,2006/95/EC and the Standards EN55103-1
E4-E5, EN55103-2 E4-E5 (for EMC), EN60950-1 (for LVD).
For European customer.
3. Rated current value of the camera when HDK-65C are used for the system operation is shown below.
Rated current value
·HDK-65C AC220V (50-60Hz) : 0.6A

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
This manual describes the precautions using various pictorial symbols for you to use the product safely. Please read these
precautions thoroughly before use. The symbols and meanings are as follows:
The following hazard alert symbols are used to indicate the level of impact on the body or property
when you do not follow the precautions.
Indicates that mishandling of the product by ignoring this label may lead to a danger resulting in a
serious injury or death.
Indicates that mishandling of the product by ignoring this label may lead to a danger resulting in an
injury or property damage.
The following symbols are used to indicate the expected injury or hazards when you do not follow
the precautions.
Indicates general cautions on such matters as safe work, procedure, and installation location.
Mishandling may not directly lead to death, injury, or property damage.
Indicates that mishandling may cause an electric shock.
Indicates that mishandling may cause a fire.
Indicates that mishandling may cause injury.
The following symbol is used to indicate other precautions to prevent damage or hazard from
occurring:
Indicates prohibited action.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
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Handling Precautions
Regarding the Product
Do not disassemble or modify the product which is not described in this manual. Doing so may
cause fire, electric shock, or injury.
Regarding the Power
When you disconnect the cable, be sure to hold the plug and pull. Failure to do so may cause a fire
or electric shock due to a damaged cable.
To inspect or operate on the inside of the equipment, turn off the power and wait for one or two
minutes before starting work. High voltage is present in some modules and connectors of this
product.
When you want to intercept a power supply surely, I pull a fiber cable of the camera side, or, please
pull an AC plug of the BS/CCU side.
Regarding the Product
Do not lift or hold the camera by the projection parts.
If you lift or hold the camera by the viewfinder or the lens, you are prone to dropping it. Moreover,
the connection parts between the camera and the viewfinder, or the camera and the lens may be
exposed to unnecessary pressure, which may cause equipment damage.
Always install the accessories or connect the cables after placing the camera on a fixed position.
When installing such accessories as lens or microphone, fix the camera on a stable place (e.g. on a
table, a tripod, etc.).
Avoid use or storage in the following conditions:
- Extremely high/low temperature
- In direct sunlight for a long time, or near a heater
- High humidity or dusty
- Exposed to water or other liquid
- Strong vibration or shock
- Strong magnetic field or radio waves
- lightning
- In rain without the rain cover

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Regarding the Product
Be sure to hold the plug and pull when you disconnect the cable.
Failure to do so may cause a fire or electric shock due to a broken cable.
Avoid moving the equipment suddenly from an extremely cold place to a warm place.
Condensation may occur in the image sensor or other parts.
Do not drop or insert a metal object such as a pin or a foreign object into the equipment.
Do not spread or spill water or other liquid on the equipment.
Do not subject the equipment to a strong shock or vibration.
Doing so may cause damage or malfunction of the equipment.
Since a CCD/CMOS is adopted as the image sensor in picture elements, no burning occurs in
ordinary operation. However, when shooting a subject which emits an excessive amount of light (such
as the sun) for long hours, take great care for temperature increase inside of the image sensor.
Laser beams may damage the image sensor. If you shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be
careful not to let a laser beam become directed into the lens of the camera.
Before connecting a VTR or accessories, make sure that the camera and equipment to be connected
are powered off. Also, be sure to use dedicated cables.
Excessive sound pressure from the headset may cause a hearing loss.
Regarding the Power and the Lithium Battery
Use the product in compliance with the rating of the fuse within the product and that within the
Camera Control Unit (CCU). Otherwise, a fault can occur.
Do not use an unspecified battery.
Wrong usage of batteries may cause liquid leak, explosion, and heat, and at worst injury or fire.
When changing or discarding a battery, please contact Ikegami's sales and service centers.
Risk of explosion if battery is replaced by an incorrect type. Dispose of used batteries according to
the instructions.
Regarding the Fiber Connector and the Fiber Optic Cable
Fiber optic cable connectors are quite similar to each other in shape. Before connecting fiber optic
cables, thoroughly check male or female, the diameter, type and manufacturer of connectors.
If the ferrule is dirty, wipe the dirt off with cotton swabs soaked in alcohol.
The fiber optic cable supplies AC220V power from the CCU to the camera.
Although safety measures are fully taken such as the safety circuit that stops the power supply
from the CCU within a short time after an optical fiber cable is removed or short-circuited, never
force to bend, twist, or damage the cable, and take great care when handling.

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SAFETY PRECAUTIONS
Regarding the Fiber Connector and the Fiber Optic Cable
Take care for the following:
- When disconnecting the fiber optic cable from the camera or from the CCU/BS, always hold the
fiber connector (plug) and not the cable.
- Do not crush the cable.
- Since there can be various obstacles (such as a corner of a building, glass, rough ground surface)
in places where the cable is connected, do not drag the cable without winding.
- Turn off the power before removing the fiber optic cable.
- The allowable radius of curvature of fiber optic cables is approximately six times of the outer
diameter of cables (approx. 60 mm for a φ9.2mm-wide cable). Do not force to wind less than
specified. Forcible winding can break fiber leads within the cable.
Fiber Optic Cable
Radius
Approx. 60mm
- When connecting a fiber optic cable to a fiber connector, anchor the fiber optic cable with a cable
clamp.
RET-2RET-1
/MIC
BREAKER
Optical Fiber Cable
CAMERA CABLE Clamp CAMERA CABLE Clamp
(optional)

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Environmental Cautions
Regarding the product
When continuously operating the product in a rainy, cold or hot conditions, use a rain cover, cold-
weather cover, and shade cover respectively.
Avoid storing the product in a dusty place for a long time. If unavoidable, use a dustproof cover.
When shooting in places such as airports, military bases or transmitting stations where magnetic
and radio fields are excessively strong, completely shield the camera by covering it with aluminum
foil.
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Maintenance
Regarding the product
Before performing maintenance on the product, be sure to turn off the power for safety and for
protection against malfunction.
Clean the product using a dry and soft cloth.
If the stain is hard, soak the cloth with water or detergent, wring well and wipe. If you use
detergent, wipe off the detergent with a cloth that is soaked in just water and wrung well.
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Notice for Use
- When carrying or storing the product, always use a carrying case.
- Before shooting important subjects, take test shots to obtain the desired effect.
- After using the product, always turn off the power.
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Regular Maintenance Recommended
This product includes parts that wear out and have a limited life even in proper use or storage. Therefore, regular maintenance is
recommended to extend the life and safe use of this product for a long time. Please contact Ikegami's sales and service centers for
the regular maintenance and repair of our products.

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HOW TO READ THE OPERATION MANUAL
HOW TO READ THE OPERATION MANUAL
This page explains general notes on reading the HDK-65C Operation Manual, and the symbols and notations used in the manual.
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Notes on the Manual
- This manual is written for readers with a basic knowledge of handling broadcast cameras.
- The contents of this manual are subject to change without notice in the future.
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Symbols
The symbols used in this manual are as follows:
CAUTION: Things you have to be careful during operation. Be sure to read.
Note: Supplementary information or guidance
Reference: Sections where related information is available
Term: Explains the meaning of a term you need to know.
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Notations
The following notations are used in this manual.
This product, camera Indicates HDK-65C. (Including FA-97)
CCU Indicate CCU-970 Camera Control Unit.
OCP Basically indicates OCP-200 Operation Control Panel.
MCP Basically indicates MCP-200 Maintenance Control Panel.
" " - " " - " " Indicates the items enclosed by double quotes (" ") are to be
selected and confirmed in the order shown.
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Illustrations and Displays
The illustrations and displays in the text are provided for explanation and may be slightly different from the actual equipment or
image.
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Related Manuals
- CCU-970 Camera Control Unit Operation Manual
- OCP-200 Operation Control Panel Operation Manual
- MCP-200 Maintenance Control Panel Operation Manual
- CPH-200 Control Panel HUB / BSH-200 Base Station Hub Setup Manual

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Structure of Operation Manual
HDK-65C High Definition Camera System Operation Manual is intended to both safely and smoothly operate the HDK-65C.
The Operation Manual consists of seven chapters. By reading it in sequence, you can smoothly perform a series of steps, from
connection to operation. Furthermore, by combination use of CCU-970 (Camera Control Unit), this product enables not only stand-
alone VTR location shooting but also various shooting styles such as studio shooting and field shooting as a system camera. Refer
to other manuals such as for the CCU-970.
Chapter 1 OUTLINE
Explains the features and the main operating systems of this product.
If you are not familiar with HDK-65C High Definition Camera System, please start with this chapter.
Chapter 2 NAME and FUNCTION
Explains the name and function of each part of the Camera.
Chapter 3 INSTALLATION and CONNECTION
Explains how to mount this product, lens, and viewfinder.
Taking examples of studio shooting, stand-alone shooting, and VTR location shooting, explains how to
connect this product to the peripheral equipment.
Chapter 4 OPERATION
Explains setup before shooting.
Before shooting for the first time, read this chapter and check that this product is operating normally.
Chapter 5 CAMERA SETTINGS and ADJUSTMENT
This product realizes detailed settings to support a wide range of operations and various video
expressions through the menu window. This chapter explains switch settings, menu settings, and DIP
switch settings on the modules inside of the Camera.
Chapter 6 TROUBLE SHOOTING and MAINTENANCE
When the alarm lamp lights during the operation of this product, read here to know the problem. This
chapter also explains the regular maintenance such as cleaning of connectors and resetting of breaker.
Chapter 7 SPECIFICATIONS
Explains the specifications of this product.
CHANGING INFORMATION
Contains revision information of design revision or customer-specific specification requested
by customers. Read by comparing with the main text of the operation manual. ("CHANGING
INFORMATION" may be sent to you later on.)

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CONTENTS
HDK-65C
(FA-97)
High Definition Camera System
Operation Manual
PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO RoHS DIRECTIVE . . . i
MAINTENANCE OF PRODUCTS CONFORMING TO
RoHSDIRECTIVE..............................ii
INFORMATIONTOTHEUSER ..................iii
SAFETYPRECAUTIONS.......................iv
HOWTOREADTHEOPERATIONMANUAL.......ix
Chapter 1 OUTLINE
1.1 FeaturesofThisProduct................ 3
Fusion of High Quality CMOS and Superb
ImageProcessingTechniques............ 3
SupportofVariousPictureExpressions .... 3
Pursuit for Superb Operation and Ease of Use .. 4
Peripheral Equipment to Support a Wide
RangeofPurposes .................... 5
EquippedwithVariousInterfaces ......... 5
SupportFunctionforDataSetup.......... 5
1.2 Operating Systems..................... 6
1.3 ConnectionDiagram ................... 9
Chapter 2 NAME and FUNCTION
2.1 CameraandViewfinder................ 13
CameraRightView ................... 13
CameraLeftView..................... 17
CameraFrontView ................... 19
CameraRearView.................... 21
Viewfinder(VF421HD)................. 25
2.2 DisplaysintheViewfinder.............. 27
LEDIndicator........................ 27
Center Marker, Safety Marker, Frame Marker .. 27
ZebraIndicator....................... 27
SideMaskFunction................... 28
DisplayMode........................ 28
ViewfinderDisplay.................... 28
Chapter 3
INSTALLATION and CONNECTION
3.1 Preparation.......................... 33
ProductUseEnvironment .............. 33
Make sure the Power Switch is OFF ...... 33
Connection Example for Each Operating
System............................. 33
3.2 Camera and Peripheral Installation and
Connection.......................... 39
Mounting/Removing the Camera on/from
theTripod........................... 39
MountingandRemovingtheLens........ 41
Mounting and Removing the Viewfinder . . . 43
AttachingtheMicrophone .............. 45
ConnectingtheHeadset ............... 46
AttachingtheShoulderBelt............. 46
3.3 PowerConnection.................... 47
PowerSupplyfromPOWER ............ 47
PowerSupplyfromCCU ............... 48
3.4 MonitorConnection................... 51
ConnectingCameraandMonitor......... 51
3.5 CCUConnection ..................... 52
ConnectingCameraandCCU........... 52
Chapter 4 OPERATION
4.1 OperatingProcedures................. 57
4.2 Switch Position Check ................. 58
4.3 TurningONPower.................... 60
PowerSupplyfromPOWER ............ 60
PowerSupplyfromCCU ............... 60
4.4 ViewfinderAdjustment................. 62
Diopter Adjustment and Screen Adjustment . . 62
DisplayModeCheck .................. 62
4.5 OutputSignalCheck .................. 63
Color-BarSignalCheck................ 63
TestPulse(CALSignal)Check.......... 64
ExternalChartCheck.................. 64
4.6 AutoSetup.......................... 65
FULL Auto Setup and LEVEL Auto Setup . . 67
FULL QUICK Auto Setup and QUICK
AutoSetup.......................... 68
AutoWhiteBalance................... 68
AutoBlackBalance ................... 70
AutoBlackShading................... 71
4.7 Preparation for Shooting in Particular
Environment......................... 72

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Chapter 5
CAMERA SETTINGS and ADJUSTMENT
5.1 Settings Using Switches on the Camera . . . 75
AdjustingHeadsetVolume.............. 75
SelectingShutterSpeed ............... 76
Enhancing the Vertical Resolution
(Super-VFunction).................... 78
Switching the GAIN ................... 79
Allocating Functions to the P.FUNC Switch .. 80
ScreenDetailEnhancement(DTL) ....... 81
5.2 SettingsfromtheMenu................ 82
BasicOperationoftheMenu............ 82
MenuConfigurationandcontent......... 85
5.3 UsingtheMemoryCard................ 98
Chapter 6
TROUBLE SHOOTING and MAINTENANCE
6.1 Alarm Lamp on the OCP or MCP Flashes
ONandOFF........................ 105
6.2 "TEMP!!" or "FAN!!" Appears on the
VFScreen ......................... 106
6.3 InitializingtheSettingsofthisProduct.... 107
6.4 CleaningCameraConnectors.......... 109
6.5 ResettheBreaker ....................112
Chapter 7 SPECIFICATIONS
7.1 HDK-65CSpecifications ...............115
7.2 ExternalDimensionsDiagram...........117
7.3 ExternalConnections..................121
7.4 SceneFile ......................... 134
CHANGINGINFORMATIO.....................135

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OUTLINE
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HDK-65C 1501 VER1 (U)
1.1 Features of This Product
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HDK-65C
This product realizes high quality pictures and advanced functions using the intelligent
digital technique nurtured in the HDK series. Furthermore, we succeeded to create a
small, light-weighted camera system whose weight and balance has been sought for the
improvement of the portable camera operation.
1.1 Features of This Product
Fusion of High Quality CMOS and Superb Image Processing Techniques
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Next generation 2.5 Mega pixel high performance CMOS sensors
The camera employs 2.5 Mega pixel 2/3-inch CMOS image sensors, achieving superior
quality HDTV video with horizontal resolution of 1000TVL, SNR of 60dB or more, and
sensitivity of F11.
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Native Multi-format
The camera supports various kinds of native HDTV formats including 1080i/59.94,
1080i/50, 720p/59.94, 720p/50.
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Newly developed FPGA DSP
High density 45nm rule FPGA are employed for the digital video processing for superb
picture quality.
And the DSP includes custom gamma curves (cine gamma).
Support of Various Picture Expressions
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DTL Correction
Includes a horizontal and vertical DTL correction circuit in which red, green and blue video
are independently digitally processed.
You can obtain the full resolution HDTV picture quality with little noise even in the stand-
alone VTR shooting.
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Wideband Digital DTL
Includes an advanced digital DTL circuit to improve reproduction, including texture
and sheen. Furthermore, improves richer reproduction of details with little noise in dark
background and details in skin tone.
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Six-axis + Two-axis Color Corrector
Includes a color corrector function that enables you to adjust hue and saturation of six
primary colors (R, G, B, cyan, yellow, magenta).
Also, includes a color corrector function to adjust two selected colors.
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Super KNEE
Includes a super KNEE function which produces the KNEE process with less saturation
loss, and without changing the hue of the highlighted parts. Produces a more natural
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1.1 Features of This Product
Pursuit for Superb Operation and Ease of Use
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Lens Aberration Correction function
A Lens Aberration Correction function is newly incorporated for minimizing the blur and
colored edges caused mainly by lens chromatic aberration.
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Camera Operter Assist Functions
The viewfinder detail (VF DTL) function allows the camera operator to increase the detail
edges to the viewfinder video for easy-focusing.
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HD SDI Trunk
When the camera is operating with FA-97 fiber adaptor and CCU-970M C.C.U, the system
allows 3G (1.5G x2) transmission from the camera head to the CCU. And the second 1.5G
video can be transmitted to the CCU as a video trunk channel. For POV or 3D applications,
this will reduce the cables which need to be run.
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Two HD-SDI outputs from the camera head
Two HD-SDI output signals (1.5G) are selectable between Camera, VF, RET and MON
(monitor) for external monitoring at the camera head.
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2 Channels QTV
Two channels of QTV output (VBS) are available for prompter and external monitoring
purposes.
* BS/CCU should support 2 channels of QTV.
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Docking style camera body
With a docking style camera body, either an FA (Fiber Adaptor) or TA (Triax Adaptor)
can be mounted depending on the use. A new lower profile and lower weight improve the
manuverability for shoulder use.
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Application of Conventional Standard 2/3-inch Lenses
As the lens mount, BTA S-1005B is used. You can use not only HD lenses but also SD
camera lenses for SDTV portable cameras as they are.
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High Performance Viewfinders
Employs a magnifying eye-piece in the 2-inch B/W viewfinder to improve the visibility
of fine picture detail. It is also possible to choose a 2-inch color viewfinder, 5-inch high
precision B/W viewfinder or a 9-inch liquid crystal color viewfinder.
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Low Center of Gravity, Light Weight, and Excellent Balance
Designed with a low center of gravity, light weight, and excellent balance, in consideration
of the balance when shooting on the shoulder and holding at various angles.
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On-Line Diagnostics
An on-line diagnostic system enables monitoring the status of circuits including video,
control, fiber optic transmission, pulses and power supply. This enables you to always grasp
the status information of the camera.
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Rotating Camera Cable Connection
Employs a rotating fiber camera cable connector. This enables studio shooting and field
shooting at various angles.
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Return Switch
A switch to choose RET-1 or RET-2 is also equipped on the handle grip of the camera to
easily switch when low angle shooting.