Ikegami MA-500 User manual

1 General
MA-500 Camera Control Unit is a device used to remotely control a HL-65W color camera.
Connected with a 19-conductor camera cable (26 pins), the unit is extendable up to 300m. The
unit is an effective utility when used in conjunction with a 5” viewfinder camera at a studio or on
site and as a surveillance camera. The unit can also be adopted for Q-TV (optional).
1.1 Features
{ Remote control function
Connected to RM-51, RCP-50B, or OCP-399, the MA-500 offers remote operational control of
various functions. Operational control from the MA-500 front panel is also available.
Note:
Simultaneous operational control of the MA-500 front panel and the remote controller should not be
performed. Always control the functions using a single control method only.
{ Component signal transmission
Signal transmission from the camera: COMPONENT
The unit enables selection between the RGB and Y/Cb/Cr signals to be output.
The Y/C signal can be output if set to “Y/C” on the camera adaptor.
{ Cable compensation circuit
A high-pass transmission loss and reduction in the level attributed to the camera cable can be
corrected up to 300m.
Correction also applies to the length of the RET signal cable connected to Q-TV.
{ SDI output (D1)
SDI output (D1) is enabled.
{ Q-TV output (optional)
Equipped with the Q-TV module, the MA-500 assures Q-TV transmission when the Q-TV module
is mounted to the CA-65 camera adaptor.
{ Applicable remote controllers
RM-51, RCP-50B, and OCP-399 are available for MA-500 Camera Control Unit.
Note:
RCP-50 memory card function
No files saved using the HL-65W camera head memory card function can be loaded by the RCP-50
remote controller if connection is established between the MA-500 and RCP-50 remote controller.
Files saved by the RCP-50 remote controller also fail to load when using the HL-65W camera head
memory card function. Files saved by the camera head memory card or the RCP-50 remote
controller can only be loaded using the respective device.
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1.2 Cameras To Be Controlled
Applicable camera and adaptor
Connectable combination of camera and adaptor is listed below:
HC-65W + CA-65 camera adaptor
1.3 Optional Accessories
{ Q-TV module kit (Q-TV module / connector panel), Q-TV module (connected to CA)
1.4 Specifications
Rating
[Input Signal]
{GENLOCK Signal BNC×2 VBS or BBS 1Vp-p or 0.45Vp-p
Bridge connection enabled
{RET Signal BNC×4 VBS or VS 1Vp-p × 2 channels
Bridge connection enabled
{Intercom TRC01-A25R24MA Intercom connector: (Rear panel) 0dB/600Ω
4-wire / RTS / ClearCom types selectable
{ PGM Audio Signal TRC01-A25R24MA 0dB/600Ωbalanced
{ Tally PRC03-21A10-7M Contact supply or power supply (5 to 24V)
[Output Signal]
{Composite Signal BNC×2 VBS 1Vp-p
75Ω2ch
{ *R/Cr Signal BNC R(0.7Vp-p) or
PR(0.486Vp-p/0.525Vp-p/0.7Vp-p /0.756Vp-p)
75Ω 1ch
{*G/Y/Y Signal BNC G(0.7Vp-p) or Y(1Vp-p)(USA SETUP 7.5%)
75Ω1ch
{ *B/Cb/C Signal BNC B(0.7Vp-p) or
PB(0.486Vp-p/0.525Vp-p/0.7Vp-p/0.756Vp-p) or
C(0.286Vp-p)
75Ω1ch
{ SDI Signal BNC×2 0.8Vp-p 75Ω
{ SYNC Signal BNC 3Vp-p 75Ω 1ch
{ Audio Signal XLR 3-pin (male) 0dB 600Ω1ch
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○Intercom TRC01-A25R24MA INTERCOM connector:
4-wire (0dB/600Ω) / RTS / ClearCom types
selectable
Note:
The RGB and Y/Cb/Cr signals outputted to items labeled with an asterisk (*) are rear
panel-switch-selectable, and the respective signal output is performed.
The Y/C signal can be output if “Y/C” is set on the camera adaptor. If the camera adaptor is configured
to “Y/C”, output of the RGB and Y/Cb/Cr signals and SDI are not available.
[Power Supply]
{ Rated Power Supply 100,120, 220, 240V
{ Power Tolerance 90 to 250V
{ Frequency 50Hz/60Hz
{ Power Consumption Approx.90W
(HL-65W+5’VF with 100m cable)
[Surroundings Temperature] 0 to 40°C
[Weight] Approx. 7 kg
[Camera Cable] 19-conductor cable, φ12.0, 0.2kg/m
[Cable Compensation] 10 to 300m
(10, 30, 50, 100, 150, 200, 250, and 300m switch-selectable)
[Dimensions] W421 ×H88 × D350 mm
(including rack mount bracket: W482.6 mm)
[Accessories] Fuse (2 pcs.), AC cable, rack mount hardware
Connector, Core, Operation Manual
[Optional Specifications]
[Input Signal]
{ Q-TV Image Signal BNC×2 VBS or VS 1Vp-p
Bridge connection enabled
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1.5 External Appearance
Appearance of MA-500 Camera Control Unit
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2. Names and Functions of Each Part
2.1 MA - 500 Front Panel
1. PGM Knob
Controls the PGM volume.
2. PHONE Knob
Controls the intercom receiver volume.
3. MIC Switch
Turns ON/OFF the intercom microphone. This
permits communications when set to “ON”.
4. MODE Switch
Switches between the intercom destinations.
PRIV: Allows communication with the camera
head and remote controller.
COMM: Allows communication with any
connected devices.
5. TALLY Indicator
The TALLY indicator comes in two types:
R TALLY (red) and G TALLY (green). R TALLY
indicator lights up when the CALL switch, such
as the camera head CALL SW, is pressed.
6. CALL Switch
R TALLY indicator lights up only while the CALL
switch for the camera head is held down.
7. SCENE FILE Switches
Saves and loads a scene file.
・File Saving
Pressing the STORE switch (which lights
up), and selecting a file number (1 to 4)
saves the file.
・File Loading
Selecting a file number (1 to 4) loads the file.
8. BARS Switch
Switches the type of camera head output
signal.
ON: The color bar signal is output.
OFF: Output video signal of the video camera
head.
9. AWB Switch
Executes automatic white balancing (AWB).
Re-pressing this switch causes automatic white
balancing to stop when balancing is in process.
The LED goes out upon completion of
automatic white balancing and blinks when
balancing fails to be completed. After locating
the cause of the failure, re-press this switch to
turn OFF the LED.
(No other control is available while the LED is
blinking.)
10. BLK STR Switch
Turns ON/OFF black stretching.
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11. ABB Switch
Executes automatic black balancing (ABB).
Re-pressing this switch causes automatic black
balancing to stop when balancing is in process.
The LED goes out upon completion of
automatic black balancing and blinks when
balancing fails to be completed. After locating
the cause of the failure, re-press this switch to
turn OFF the LED.
(No other control is available while the LED is
blinking.)
12. DTL Knob
Controls the DTL level.
13. GAIN R Knob
Controls the Rch gain.
14. GAIN B Knob
Controls the Bch gain.
15. LOCK Switch
Rejects operations selected with knobs #12, 13,
14, 25, 26, 27, and 28 for the prevention of an
operating error.
16. FRONT Indicator
This indicator lights up when the CONTROL
switch is set to “FRONT”.
17. CONTROL Switch
Selects FRONT or CONTROL for the unit
control type.
FRONT: MA-500 control is enabled on the
unit’s front panel.
REMOTE: MA-500 control is enabled with a
remote controller connected to its
REMOTE connector.
18. FAN ALARM Indicator
This indicator lights up when the fan motor
comes to a stop. Turn OFF the unit if the
indicator lights up, and contact the
manufacturer.
19. HEAD Indicator
This indicator lights up when the camera
produces a proper image signal output with the
camera head supplying power from the
MA-500.
20. POWER Indicator
This indicator lights up when the power is
turned ON.
21. POWER Switch
Turns ON/OFF the MA-500 main power supply
and the power to the camera head.
22. AUTO Switch
ON: This allows automatic adjustment of the
iris to a proper image level responsive to
the brightness of the subject. The IRIS
knob allows ±1 fine adjustment of the
aperture. The variable range of iris fine
adjustment varies with the condition of
the subject including brightness.
OFF: This allows successive variable control
(opening/closing) of the iris with the IRIS
knob.
23. IRIS Knob
Adjusts the size that the lens iris is set to.
24. LENS EXT Indicator
This indicator lights up when the lens extender
is set to ”ON”.
25. M.PED Knob
Adjusts the master pedestal.
26. PED B Knob
Adjusts the Bch pedestal.
27. PED R Knob
Adjusts the Rch pedestal.
28. M.GAMMA Knob
Adjusts the master gamma levels.
Notice
Always turn OFF the MA-500 POWER switch
before operating the CONTROL select
switch and connecting the unit to the remote
controller.
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29. Control Selection Area
The Item Select switch allows selection of the
control item. With each press of the switch, the
item changes in sequence: GAIN →AWB →
ND →CC →GAIN. By pressing either of the
select switches (left and right arrows), the
function of the selected item becomes operable.
The status corresponding to the camera will be
displayed on the status indicator. Moreover, the
select switch status (ON/OFF) shows whether
the switch operation is possible.
When selecting GAIN, you can specify the
gain of a camera by pressing of the select
switch. The right switch is used to increase the
level of gain, and left switch is used to
decrease it. The specified gain will be
displayed accordingly to the status indicator.
When selecting AWB, you can select automatic
white balancing memory. The status indicator
provides “H” (Head) or no indication
(remote-controlled) on the left. On the right, ”A"
(Ach), "B" (Bch), and "o" (Off) are displayed.
When selecting ND/CC, you can control the
camera’s optical filter. With control of the filter
transferred to the head, the select switch
remains inoperable, which disables operation.
Simultaneously pressing the select switches
(left and right arrows) permits the transfer of
control. The select switch status (ON/OFF)
designates which controls the filter. The
common display of the status indicator applies
to both ND and CC: ND (number) on the left
and CC (alphabet) on the right. As to a single
filter, only CC is selectable, and the status
indicator provides a number.
30. Shutter Selection Area
Pressing the SHUTTER switch to ON allows
selection of the electronic shutter. The shutter
speed increases by pressing the up arrow
select switch and decreases by pressing the
down arrow select switch. The shutter speed
will be displayed on the status indicator.
Pressing the VAR. switch to ON allows the
shutter speed setting to be set to an arbitrary
rate. The indicator remains off when the VAR.
switch is ON. The shutter speed increases by
pressing the up arrow select switch and
decreases by pressing the down arrow select
switch.
31. MENU Switch
This switch turns ON/OFF the camera head
menu.
The lamp lights up when the menu is set to
ON.
Notice
A character is superimposed onto an image
transmitted from the main system when the
menu is set to ON.
32. SELECT Knob
Selects a menu item by turning it with the menu
set to ON. The selection is confirmed by
pressing this knob.
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33. SC COARSE Switch
Enables making rough adjustments to the SC
phase difference between the external
synchronization signal and image signal, by
switching between 0° and 180°.
34. SC FINE Knob
Enables fine-tuning of the SC phase difference
between the external synchronization signal
and the image signal.
(Adjustable range: Approx. 180°)
35. H PHASE Knob
Adjusts the phase difference of the horizontal
synchronization signal between the external
synchronization signal and the image signal.
(Adjustable range: Approx. ±3μS)
36. VIDEO Knob
Adjusts the output level of the image signal
(ENC OUT-1, OUT-2).
37. CHROMA Knob
Adjusts the chrominance level of the image
signal (ENC OUT-1, OUT-2).
38. SDI Cr Knob
Adjusts the Cr level of the image signal
(SDI OUT-1, OUT-2).
39. SDI Cb Knob
Adjusts the Cb level of the image signal
(SDI OUT-1, OUT-2).
40. SDI Y Knob
Adjusts the Y level of the image signal
(SDI OUT-1, OUT-2).
41. CABLE(m) Knob
Sets the length of the camera cable to be
connected.
42. INCOM Connector
Connects to the intercom headset.
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2.2 MA - 500 Rear Panel
1. FUSE
Designed to prevent overcurrent from passing
through the MA-500.
Always use the fuse supplied.
2. GENLOCK Connector
Inputs the VBS or BBS signal for external
synchronization.
Bridge connection is enabled.
3. RET-1/RET-2 Connector
Inputs the camera head transmit signal (return
signal).
Bridge connection is enabled. (2 channels)
4. ENC-1/ENC-2 Connector
Outputs the ENC signal. (2 channels)
5. SDI OUT 1/SDI OUT 2
Outputs the SDI signal at 270Mbps. (2
channels)
6. AUDIO OUT Connector
Outputs the audio signal sent from the camera
head.
7. REMOTE Connector
Connects to the external remote controller such
as OCP-399/RCP-50.
8. CAMERA Connector
Connects to the VTR connector of the camera
adaptor with the optional MCC cable.
9. INTERCOM Connector
Connects to the external intercom system.
10. TALLY OUT Connector
Outputs the tally signal for image monitoring.
11. TALLY IN Connector
Inputs the tally control signal from the external
system.
12. SYNC Connector
Outputs SYNC in synchronization with the
image signal.
SYNC OUT refers to the sync separation from
the ENC signal that is output from the camera.
Slight phase difference is detected compared
to the RGB signal and component signal.
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13. B/Cb/C Connector
Outputs the B, Cb, or C signal selected with the
OUT PUT select switch.
14. G/Y/Y Connector
Outputs the G/Y (component) or Y (Y/C) signal
selected with the OUT PUT select switch.
15. R/Cr/- Connector
Outputs the R or Cr signal selected with the
OUT PUT select switch.
16. OUT PUT Select Switch
Allows switchover from the output signals
delivered from connectors #13 to 15 to the
RGB signal and component signal, or to the
Y/C signal.
17. Cooling Fan
Designed to cool down the internal
temperature.
18. AC IN Connector
Supplies the AC power.
19. Q-TV IN LOOP THROUGH
Inputs the Q-TV signal (prompter signal) to the
camera adaptor, with the optional Q-TV module
mounted.
Bridge connection is enabled.
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3. Installing and Connecting Devices
3.1 System Diagram
(*1) MCC Cable MAX:300m
Note:
Only the devices shown above must be connected to the unit.
If this warning is disregarded, it may cause potential damage or failure of a device.
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3.2 Connection with The Camera Head
* Always connect the color camera and MA-500 using the dedicated MCC cable.
(VTR cable not available)
* The MA-500 is capable of outputting the RGB signal or
Y/Cb/Cr signal. The RGB / YCbCr select switch, which is
located on the MA-500 rear panel, configures the output
setting. (See the figure right)
Notice Switch the camera head adaptor switch fully to
output the Y/C signal.
Reference See section “4.2.2 Output of the Y/C image signal” for outputting the Y/C signal.
* The camera cable (MCC cable) should be connected, keeping away from main power sources, noise
sources (such as construction drills), and mainframe computers.
* Do not connect the remote controller to the camera head when the MA-500 is in use. The camera will
become inoperable if this warning is disregarded.
Notice Camera Power Supply
The color camera draws its power through the MA-500 camera dedicated cable (MCC cable)
when connected to the MA-500.
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<Connection with SDI Devices>
• SDI output is to be connected to the SDI OUT connector "1" or “2”. This connection has no effect
on the image signal to be output.
• Connection with the SDI devices requires a coaxial cable.
• The MA-500 is capable of outputting the RGB signal
or Y/Cb/Cr signal. The RGB / YCbCr select switch,
which is located on the MA-500 rear panel,
configures the output setting.
(See the figure right)
Notice Always use a D1 input-capable monitor when
connecting the SDI output to the monitor.
Notice If the Y/C image signal is output through the
OUT PUT connector located on the MA-500
rear panel (see the figure right), no SDI image signal
will be output.
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3.3 Camera Adaptor Setup
This section describes the connection settings of the MA-500 Camera Control Unit.
Refer to the HL-65W Operation Manual for settings to connect with other devices.
<CA-65>
1. INCOM Jack
Used to communicate with the MA-500. The
headset for intercommunication should conform
to the following standards:
Connector: 5-pin (NTSC) XLR connector
(male plug)
7-pin (PAL) XLR connector
(male plug)
2. VTR Connector
Used to connect to the MA-500. Despite
extension possible up to a maximum of 300m.
Notice The cable switch on the MA-500
FRONT PANEL should be set in
accordance with the length of the camera
cable used.
3. MIC LEVEL Select Switch
This switch needs to be set on “-20dB” to
establish connection with the MA-500.
Notice Use of MA-500 Camera Control Unit with
the CA-65 adaptor requires
reconfiguration of the camera head
menu. Make the adjustment, as
shown below, in VTR REC
CONTROL in the maintenance
menu.
Reference Refer to the camera head operation
manual for menu operation.
Camera head menu (VTR/26P INTERFACE)
Adjustment Item Set Value
1 26P VIDEO SEL COMP
Reference See section “4.2.2 Output of the Y/C
image signal” for outputting the Y/C
signal.
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3.4 Connection with the Remote Controller
* For remote-control operation of the unit, the CONTROL switch on the MA-500 FRONT panel needs to
be set to “REMOTE". The diagonally shaded area in the figure of the MA-500 FRONT panel (see
below) will become inoperable when this is done.
Notice Always turn OFF the POWER switch on the MA-500 before operating the MA-500CONTROL
select switch and connecting the remote controller.
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3.5 Pin Function of Connectors
TALLY IN Connector
This is the connector to input the tally control signal.
Body side : PRC03-21A10-7M(Tajimi)
Cable side : PRC03-12A10-7F10.5(7 pin female plug) or equivalent
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
A R TALLY(+) R TALLY input(+) IN
B G TALLY(+) G TALLY input(+) IN
C R TALLY(-) R TALLY input(-) IN
D G TALLY(-) G TALLY input(-) IN
E NC －
F NC －
G GND Ground for R and G TALLYs(+) GND
• Control DC voltage input is non-polar.
• For "MAKE",either(1) or (2) can be used.
• The tally mode can be switched with S3 and S4 switches(POWER/MAKE SELECT) on the MPU module in the MA-500.
TALLY OUT Connector
This is the connector to output the tally control signal.
Body side : PRC05-RB5F(Tajimi)
Cable side : PRC05-P5M(5 pin male plug) or equivalent
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
A +12V OUT +12V power output OUT
B R TALLY R TALLY output OUT
C NC －
D G TALLY G TALLY output OUT
E TALLY GND Ground for TALLY
GND
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INTERCOM Connector
This is the connector to connect the external intercom system.
Body side : TRC01-A25R24MA(TAjimi)
Cable side : TRC01-A25P24FA(24 pin famale plug) or equivalent
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
1 NC －
2 NC －
3 NC －
4 NC －
5 NC －
6 ENG MA→L(H) ENG CAM→LINE(+)/ENG RTS IN
OUT
7 ENG MA→L(C) ENG CAM→LINE(-) IN
OUT
8 ENG L→MA(H) ENG CAM←LINE(+) IN
9 ENG L→MA(C) ENG CAM←LINE(-) IN
10 SHIELD Shield for ENG line
(6 pin to 9 pin) GND
11 NC
12 NC
13 PGM-1 IN(H) PGM-1 line(H) IN
14 PGM-1 IN(C) PGM-1 line(C) IN
15 SHIELD Shield for PGM-1 line
(13 pin, 14 pin) GND
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Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
16 NC －
17 NC －
18 NC －
19 NC －
20 NC －
21 SWITCHABLE
ENABLE
Aspect ratio select
Permission:GND,Prohibition:OPEN IN
22 16:9 ON Aspect ratio selection(21st pin:GND)
16:9:GND,4:3:OPEN IN
23 NC －
24 NC －
• Use ENG line if the external line is a sigle line.
• All the signals of the intercom line to the external system are delivered with 0dBm, 600ohm.
Notice
The 2W intercom system is unavailable.
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INTERCOM Connector
XLR-5 Type Connector
This is the connector to connect the headset for intercom.
Body side : XLR-5-31-F77 (ITT Canon)
Cable side : XLR-5-12C (5 pin male plug) or equivalent.
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
1 TALK(C) Shielding for intercom microphone input(H) GND
2 TALK(H) Intercom microphone input(H) IN
3 SHIELD Shielding for LISTEN Lch or LISTEN Rch
output GND
4 LISTEN Lch(H) LISTEN Lch output(H) OUT
5 LISTEN Rch(H) LISTEN Rch output(H) OUT
XLR-7 Type Connector
This is the connector to connect the headset for intercom.
Body side : XLR-7-31-F77 (ITT Canon)
Cable side : XLR-7-12C (7 pin male plug) or equivalent.
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
1 LISTEN L(C) Shielding for intercom reciver
L output(H)
2 LISTEN L(H) Intercom receiver L output(H)
3 TALK(C) Shielding for intercom microphone
Input(H)
4 TALK(H) Intercom microphone input(H)
5 COMM COMM GND terminal
6 LISTEN R(H) Intercom receiver R output(H)
7 LISTEN R(C) Shielding for intercom reciver
R output(H)
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REMOTE Connector
This is the connector for the external remote control panel.
Body side : PRC05-RB8F(Tajimi)
Cable side : PRC05-PB8M (8 pin male plug)
Insertion side
Pin
Number Name Function Direction External Interface
A HED(+) Digital data output(+) from camera head to
remote controller OUT
B HED(-) Digital data output(-) from camera head to
remote controller OUT
C HEC(+) Digital data input(+) from camera head to
remote controller IN
D HEC(-) Digital data input(-) from camera head to
remote controller IN
E +12V(REM) DC+12V power supply to remote controller OUT
F +12V RET(REM) Ground for DC+12V power supply RET
G REM LISTEN Audio input for intercom from remote
controller IN
H REM TALK Audio output for intercom from remote
controller OUT
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