JVC KA-M790G User manual

MULTICORE REMOTE ADAPTER
KA-M790G INSTRUCTIONS
For Customer Use:
Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the
body.
Retain this information for future reference.
Model No. KA-M790G
Serial No.
Thank you for purchasing this product.
Before beginning to operate this unit, please read
the instruction manual carefully in order to make
sure that the best possible performance is
obtained.
LEVEL
CALL
ON
INCOM
MIC
POWER
SELECT
RM
BATT.
OFF
LST1109-001A
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Read all of these instructions.
Save these instructions for later use.
All warnings on the product and in the operating instructions should be adhered to.
Unplug this appliance system from the wall outlet before cleaning. Do not use liquid cleaners or
aerosol cleaners. Use a damp cloth f or cleaning.
Do not use attachments not recommended by the appliance manufacturer as they may cause hazards.
Do not use this appliance near water - for example, near a bathtub, washbowl, kitchen sink, or
laundry tub, in a wet basement, or near a swimming pool, etc.
Do not place this appliance on an unstable cart, stand, or table. The appliance may
fall, causing serious injury to a child or adult, and serious damage to the appliance.
Use only with a cart or stand recommended by the manufacturer, or sold with the
appliance. Wall or shelf mounting should follow the manufacturer’s instructions,
and should use a mounting kit approved by the manufacturer. An appliance and
cart combination should be moved with care.
Quick stops, excessive force, and uneven surfaces may cause the appliance and
cart combination to overturn.
Slots and openings in the cabinet and the back or bottom are provided for
ventilation, and to insure reliable operation of the appliance and to protect it from
overheating, these openings must not be blocked or covered. The openings
should never be blocked by placing the appliance on a bed, sofa, rug, or other similar surface.
This appliance should never be placed near or over a radiator or heat register. This appliance should
not be placed in a built-in installation such as a bookcase unless proper ventilation is provided.
This appliance should be operated only from the type of power source indicated on the marking label.
If you are not sure of the type of power supplied to your home, consult your dealer or local power
company. For appliance designed to operate from battery power, refer to the operating instructions.
For added protection for this product during a lightning storm, or when it is left unattended and
unused for long periods of time, unplug it from the wall outlet and disconnect the antenna or cable
system. This will prevent damage to the product due to lightning and power-line surges.
Do not allow anything to rest on the power cord. Do not locate this appliance where the cord will be
abused by persons walking on it.
Follow all warnings and instructions marked on the appliance.
Do not overload wall outlets and extension cords as this can result in fire or electric shock.
Never push objects of any kind into this appliance through cabinet slots as they may touch
dangerous voltage points or short out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill
liquid of any kind on the appliance.
Do not attempt to service this appliance yourself as opening or removing covers may expose you to
dangerous voltage or other hazards. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Unplug this appliance from the wall outlet and refer servicing to qualified service personnel under
the following conditions:
a. When the power cord or plug is damaged or frayed.
b. If liquid has been spilled into the appliance.
c. If the appliance has been exposed to rain or water.
d. If the appliance does not operate normally by following the operating instructions. Adjust only those controls
that are covered by the operating instructions as improper adjustment of other controls may result in damage
and will often require extensive work by a qualified technician to restore the appliance to normal operation.
e. If the appliance has been dropped or the cabinet has been damaged.
f. When the appliance exhibits a distinct change in performance - this indicates a need for service.
When replacement parts are required, be sure the service technician has used replacement parts
specified by the manufacturer that have the same characteristics as the original part. Unauthorized
substitutions may result in fire, electric shock, or other hazards.
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Upon completion of any service or repairs to this appliance, ask the service technician to perform
routine safety checks to determine that the appliance is in safe operating condition.
IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS
PORTABLE CART WARNING
(symbol provided by RETAC)
S3125A
II
Introduction
FOR USA
These are general IMPORTANT SAFEGUARDS and certain items may not apply to all appliances.
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III
Safety Precautions
CAUTION:TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC
SHOCK. DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR
BACK). NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS
INSIDE. REFER SERVICING TO
QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
CAUTION
FOR USA AND CANADA
The lightning flash wish arrowhead
symbol, within an equilateral triangle is
intended to alert the user to the
presence of uninsulated “dangerous
voltage” within the product’s enclosure
thatmay be of sufficient magnitude to
constitute a risk of electric shock to
persons.
INFORMATION:
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.
CAUTION:
CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS NOT APPROVED
BY JVC COULD VOID USER’S AUTHORITY TO
OPERATE THE EQUIPMENT.
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on this unit.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to alert
the user to the presence of important
operating and maintenance (servicing)
instructions in the literature
accompanying the appliance.
THIS DEVICE COMPLIES WITH PART 15 OF
THE FCC RULES. OPERATION IS SUBJECT TO
THE FOLLOWING TWO CONDITIONS: (1) THIS
DEVICE MAY NOT CAUSE HARMFUL
INTERFERENCE, AND (2) THIS DEVICE MUST
ACCEPT ANY INTERFERENCE RECEIVED,
INCLUDING INTERFERENCE THAT MAY CAUSE
UNDESIRED OPERATION.
POUR CANADA
ATTENTION
RISQUE D’ELECTROCUTION
NE PAS OUVRIR
ATTENTION:
POUR EVITER TOUT RISQUE
D’ELECTROCUTION NE PAS OUVRIR LE
BOITER. AUCUNE PIECE INTERIEURE N’EST A
REGLER PAR L’UTILISATEUR. SE REFERER A
UN AGENT QUALIFIE EN CAS DE PROBLEME.
Le symbole de l’éclair à l’intérieur d’un
triangle équilatéral est destiné à
alerter l’utilisateur sur la présence
d’une “tension dangereuse” non isolée
dans le boîtier du produit. Cette
tension est suffisante pour provoquer
l’électrocution de personnes.
Le point d’exclamation à l’intérieur d’un
triangle équilatéral est destiné à alerter
l’utilisateur sur la présence
d’opérations d’entretien importantes au
sujet desquelles des renseignements
se trouvent dans le manuel
d’instructions.
Ces symboles ne sont utilisés qu’aux
Etats-Unis.
INFORMATION (FOR CANADA)
RENSEIGNEMENT (POUR CANADA)
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la Class A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR ELECTRIC
SHOCK, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIANCE TO
RAIN OR MOISTURE.
CAUTION:
This unit should be used with 12V DC only. To
prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, do NOT
use anyother power source.
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IV
Introduction
FOR EUROPE
This equipment is in conformity with the
provisions and protection requirements of the
corresponding European Directives. This
equipment is designed for professional video
appliances and can be used in the following
environments:
●Controlled EMC environment (for example,
purpose-built broad-casting or recording
studio), and rural outdoors environments.
In order to keep the best performance and
furthermore for electromagnetic compatibility we
recommend to use cables not exceeding the
following lengths:
Safety Precautions
(contiuned)
NOTE:
The rating plate (serial number plate) is on the unit.
REMARQUE:
La plaque signalétique (plaque du numéro desérie)
est située surle cadre inférieur de l’unité.
CAUTION:
To prevent electric shock, do not open the cabinet.
No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to
qualified service personnel.
Due to design modifications, data given in this
instruction book are subject to possible change
without prior notice.
The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or
splashing and that no objects filled with liquids, such
as vases, shall be placed close to the apparatus.
AVERTISSEMENT:
POUR EVITER LES RISQUES D’INCENDIE OU
D’ELECTROCUTION, NE PAS EXPOSER
L’APPAREIL A L’HUMIDITE OU A LA PLUIE.
ATTENTION:
Ce magnétoscope ne doit être utilisé que sur du
courant direct en 12V.
Afin d’eviter tout resque d’incendie ou
d’electrocution, ne pas utillser d’autres sources
d’alimentation électrique
Caution:
Where there are strong electromagnetic waves or
magnetism, for example near a radio or TV
transmitter, transformer, motor, etc., the picture and
the sound may be disturbed. In such case, please
keep the apparatus away from the sources of the
disturbance.
Port Cable Length
[RM] Shielded Cable 10 m
[PROMPTER
OUTPUT]
Shielded Cable 10 m
[INTERCOM] Shielded Cable 1.5 m
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Information for Users on Disposal of Old Equipment
[European Union]
Attention:
This symbol is only valid in the European Union.
This symbol indicates that the electrical and electronic equipment should not be disposed as general
household waste at its end-of-life. Instead, the product should be handed over to the applicable
collection point for the recycling of electrical and electronic equipment for proper treatment, recovery
and recycling in accordance with your national legislation.
By disposing of this product correctly, you will help to conserve natural resources and will help prevent
potential negative effects on the environment and human health which could otherwise be caused by
inappropriate waste handling of this
product. For more information about collection point and recycling
of this product, please contact your local municipal office, your household waste disposal service or
the shop where you purchased the product.
Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this
waste, in accordance with national legislation.
(Business users)
If you wish to dispose of this product, please visit our web page http://www.jvc.eu to obtain
information about the take-back of the product.
[Other Countries outside the European Union]
If you wish to dispose of this product, please do so in accordance with applicable national
legislation or other rules in your country for the treatment of old electrical and electronic equipment.
Dear Customer,
This apparatus is in conformance with the valid European directives and standards regarding
electromagnetic compatibility and electrical safety.
European representative of Victor Company of Japan, Limited is:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Germany
Sehr geehrter Kunde, sehr geehrte Kundin,
dieses Gerät stimmt mit den gültigen europäischen Richtlinien und Normen bezüglich
elektromagnetischer Verträglichkeit und elektrischer Sicherheit überein.
Die europäische Vertretung für die Victor Company of Japan, Limited ist:
JVC Technical Services Europe GmbH
Postfach 10 05 04
61145 Friedberg
Deutschland
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VI
Introduction
Safety Precautions
(contiuned)
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VII
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Introduction
Introduction
Safety Precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . III
Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Main Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3
Precautions for Proper Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Names of Parts and Functions . . . . . . . . . . . .6
Installation
System . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8
Attaching this Unit to the Camera . . . . . . . . . .9
Remote Control Unit Connection
Connecting the Remote Control Unit . . . . . . .11
Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Preparations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Synchronizing with the Camera . . . . . . . .12
Displaying the Return Video . . . . . . . . . .12
Using the Tally Function and
Call Function . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Using the Intercom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
List of Remote Control Unit Functions . . . . 14
Others
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Contents
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This adapter can be attached to a
GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U/GY-HM790CHE/
GY-HM790E unit for it to be used as a HD/SD
studio camera.
Analog 26-pin Camera Connector
By connecting to a Remote Control Unit
(RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE) (sold separately),
this adapter can be controlled from up to a
distance of 100 m away.
In this case, power is supplied to the camera by
the remote control unit, and thus a separate
power supply is not needed for the camera.
Also, you can choose to supply power from the
battery using the power selection switch.
Composite signals and Y/PB/PR component
signals are output from the 26-pin camera
connector.
Intercom Terminal
Using a headset enables communication with
the remote control unit operator.
Prompter Output Terminal
Outputs prompter video from the remote control
unit as composite signals.
Main Features
How to use this manual
䡵Symbols used
Note :Describes precautions concerning
the operation of this product.
Memo :Describes reference information,
such as functions and usage
restrictions of this product.
A:Indicates the reference page
numbers and reference items.
䡵Content of this manual
● All rights reserved by JVC. Unauthorized
duplication or reprinting of this manual, in
whole or in part, is strictly prohibited.
● All other product names used in this manual
are the trademarks or registered trademarks
of the respective companies. Marks such as
™,
姞 , and 姝 are omitted in this manual.
● Illustrated designs, specifications and other
contents of this manual are subject to
changes for improvement without prior
notice.
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Introduction
Storage and Usage Locations
䡵Avoid using or placing this unit in the
following places.
●Places subject to extreme heat or cold
●Places with excessive dirt or dust
●Places with high humidity or moisture
●Places subject to smoke or vapor such as
near a cooking stove
●Places subject to strong vibrations or
unstable surfaces
●In a parked car under direct sunlight or
near a heater for long hours.
䡵Allowable ambient temperature and humidity
Be sure to use this unit within the allowable
temperature range of 0 fto 40 fand a
relative humidity of 30 % to 80 %. Using this unit
at a temperature outside the allowable range
may result in malfunction of the product.
䡵Strong electromagnetic waves or magnetism
Noise may appear in the picture or audio and/or
the colors may be incorrect if this unit is used
near a radio or television transmitting antenna, in
places where strong magnetic fields are
generated by transformers, motors, etc., or near
devices emitting radio waves, such as
transceivers or cellular phones.
䡵Use of wireless microphone near this unit
When a wireless microphone or wireless
microphone tuner is used near this unit during
recording, the tuner could pick up noise.
䡵Do not place this unit at places that are
subject to radiation or X-rays, or where corrosive
gases occur.
䡵Protect this unit from being splashed with
water. (Especially when shooting in the rain)
䡵Protect this unit from getting wet when
shooting on a beach. In addition, salt and sand
may adhere to the body. Be sure to clean this
unit after use.
䡵Protect this unit against penetration of dust
when using it in a place subject to sandy dust.
䡵When transceiver or mobile phone is used
near this unit, noise may enter the intercom
speaker or appear on the screen. This is not a
malfunction.
Transportation
䡵Do not drop or hit this unit against a hard
object when transporting.
䡵Moving this unit with the supporting tripod
attached may cause the unit to fall off if they are
subject to external impact or vibration. This may
cause injuries. Make sure to remove the unit
from the tripod before moving it.
Maintenance
䡵Turn off the power before performing any
maintenance.
䡵Wipe the external cabinet of the unit with a
soft cloth. Do not wipe the body with benzene or
thinner. Doing so may cause the surface to melt
or turn cloudy. When it is extremely dirty, soak
the cloth in a solution of neutral detergent, wipe
the body with it, and then use a clean cloth to
remove the detergent.
Power Saving
䡵Turn off the power of the system when the
unit is not in use to save energy.
Others
䡵Use only the specified standard length
camera cable. Otherwise, cable compensation
may not be sufficient.
䡵Use only the designated power supply.
Supply power from a remote control unit, or by
using IDX IA60a or VL-2PLUS.
䡵Do not plug in or unplug the camera cable
connector when the power of this unit is on.
Precautions for Proper Use
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Genlock Signal and System Phase
Adjustment
䡵When the remote control unit system is used,
Genlock signal can either be input from the
(GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U/GY-HM790CHE/
GY-HM790E) camera or the remote control unit.
You can select the device to input the Genlock
signal in [Genlock Input] of the [Others] menu on
the camera.
䡵The method of phase adjustment varies
depending on the remote control unit connected.
When RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE is
connected
●Adjust phase using
RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE.
When RM-P210U/RM-P210E is connected
●When Genlock signal is input into
RM-P210U/RM-P210E
Adjust phase by performing H adjustment of
RM-P210U/RM-P210E.
Use RM-LP55U to adjust the phase if
RM-LP55U is connected to this system.
●When Genlock signal is input into the
camera, adjust the phase by performing H
adjustment of the camera. Adjust using the
camera even when RM-P210U/RM-P210E is
connected.
Adapter : Inputs Genlock signal from the
remote control unit via a 26-pin
camera cable.
BNC : Inputs Genlock signal from the
[GENLOCK INPUT] terminal (E
model)/[GENLOCK/AUX INPUT]
terminal (U model) on the
camera.
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A
B
CD
6
Introduction
A[RM] RM Multi-pin Connector (26-
pin)
For connecting to a remote control unit (sold
separately) using a 26-pin camera cable (sold
separately). Power can also be supplied from the
remote control unit to this unit or the camera
through this terminal.
Camera images (composite signals and Y/PB/
PR component signals) are output from the
output terminal of the remote control unit via the
[RM] terminal.
B[PROMPTER OUTPUT] Prompter
Output Terminal (BNC)
For connecting the video monitor.
Signal (prompter video signal) input into the
[AUX] input terminal of the remote control unit
will be output from this terminal via the RM multi-
pin connector as component signals.
C[INTERCOM] Intercom Input
Terminal (XLR 5 Pin)
Input terminal for intercom headset. (For
dynamic microphones only.)
DCamera Connector (68-pin)
For connecting to the accessory terminal at the
rear of the camera.
Names of Parts and
Functions
Signal
1MIC(H)
2MIC(C)
3EAR(C)
4EAR(H)-LEFT
5EAR(H)-RIGHT
1
3
2
5
4
Recommended headset: DT109 (Beyerdynamic)
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LEVEL
CALL
ON
INCOM
MIC
POWER
SELECT
RM
BATT.
OFF
E
F
G
J
H
I
BREAKER
Bottom
7
E[INCOM MIC] Intercom Mic [ON/OFF]
Switch
ON/OFF switch for the intercom headset
microphone.
Set it to AONBif the headset microphone is to be
used.
( APage 13)
F[INCOM LEVEL] Intercom Receiver
Volume
For adjusting the intercom headset receiver’s
volume level.
G[CALL] Call Button
Press this button to send call signals to the
remote control unit operator without using the
intercom headset.
Pressing this button lights it up.
Call signals are sent to the remote control unit
while the button is pressed down.
( APage 13)
H[POWER SELECT] Power Selection
Switch
For selecting the power supply for the camera
(including this unit).
ITally Lamp
Lights up when call signals or tally signals are
received from the remote control unit.
( APage 13)
J[BREAKER] Breaker Button
The breaker switch will trip and cut off the power
if the power consumed is higher than the rated
capacity.
When power is cut off by the breaker, check for
any abnormality that may have caused the rated
power from being exceeded. If no abnormality is
found, press the [BREAKER] button to turn on
the power again.
If this unit does not function properly after turning on
the power, consult our authorized JVC dealers.
BATT. : Uses the [DC INPUT] terminal on
the camera or a battery.
RM : Uses the remote control unit
connected to the [RM] terminal A.
CALL : Blinks in red
TALLY (PGM) : Lit in red
TALLY (PVW) : Lit in green
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Installation
M
emo:
●When attaching this unit to the camera, remove the battery mounting folder from the camera, and
attach this unit to the same position. Attach the dismantled battery mounting folder to the rear of this
unit. ( APage 9 to 10)
* Models with an E suffix are for the European market and the UL Listing mark is not applicable.
System
TALLY CALL FULL AUTO
BARS
F2
F1
F4 MENU
SHUTTER
MENU/SHUTTER GAIN WHITE MASTER BLACK IRIS
PUSH-ON
DOWN UP
VARIABLE
PUSH-ON
STEP
PAI NT
R
AUTO
B
HIGH
W.BA L
POWER
AUTO
MANU
B
A
CLOSE OPEN
PRESET
LOW
MID
DOWN UP
F3
INTERCOM
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-HP250
GAIN
SHUTTER
XLR 4P
AC Power Adapter
IA-60a, VL-2PLUS (IDX)
AC
For GY-HM790CHE/GY-HM790E
IDX Battery (Endura-HL9)
For GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U
Anton Bauer Battery (Dionic90)
Multicore Remote Adapter
KA-M790G
Headset
DT109 (Beyerdynamic)
Monitor
Remote Control Unit
RM-P210U/E*/RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE*
Headset
DT109 (Beyerdynamic)
[INTERCOM] Terminal
[PROMPTER OUTPUT] Terminal
[RM] Terminal
26-pin Camera Cable
VC-P110 (5 m)
VC-P112 (20 m)
VC-P113 (50 m)
VC-P114 (100 m)
HD Memory Card Camera Recorder
GY-HM790CHU/GY-HM790U/GY-HM790CHE*/
GY-HM790E*
[DC INPUT] Terminal
Battery Mounting Folder
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Attach this unit to the camera after removing the
battery mounting folder from the camera.
Two separate types of battery mounting folders
are used respectively for IDX and Anton Bauer
Batteries. Either one of them is attached
depending on the region.
U model : Gold Mount for Anton Bauer Battery
E model : V Mount for IDX Battery
1 Remove the battery from the camera
2 Remove the battery mounting folder
from the camera
AUnfasten Screw A (x4) to remove the folder
BRemove the connectors (x2 or x3)
CUnfasten Screw B (x4) to remove the plate
(IDX Battery only)
M
emo:
●Do not remove the rubber sheet of the
camera.
●The plate is only available on IDX Batteries.
3 Attach this unit to the camera
AConnect Connector A of the camera to that of
this unit
BStore the connected connector in the storage
compartment of the camera, and fasten using
the supplied Velcro fastener
Note:
●Make sure that the connection wires and
connectors are properly stored and do not
protrude out.
CAttach the hook of this unit to the guide on
the camera
DConnect Connector B of this unit to that of the
camera
EFasten this unit to the camera using the
screws (x4)
Attaching this Unit to the
Camera
A
C
B
Rubber Sheet
Screw A
Screw B
Plate (IDX Battery
Only) Connectors
Battery Mounting Folder
Battery Folder for Anton
Bauer Battery
Screw A
A
D
C
E
B
Velcro Fastener
Guide
Hook
KA-M790G
Screws
(x4)
Connector A
Connector B
Storage
Compartment
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Installation
4 Attach the battery folder to this unit
AAlign the holes on the supplied rubber sheet
with the screw holes on the rear of this unit
BAttach the plate to this unit using the screws
(x4) (only applicable to IDX Battery)
M
emo:
●The battery folder for Anton Bauer Battery
does not come with a plate.
CConnect this unit to the battery folder using
the connectors (x2 or x3)
DAttach the battery folder using the screws
(x4)
EStore the connectors in the storage
compartment
䡵IDX:
Store in the battery folder
䡵Anton Bauer:
Store in the storage compartment of this unit
Note:
●Make sure that the connection wires and
connectors are properly stored and do not
protrude out.
5 Attach the battery
Note:
●Do not connect a battery other than those
designated. For details on the type of battery
that can be connected, refer to the
“INSTRUCTIONS” of the camera.
Attaching this Unit to the
Camera (continued)
A
D
B
C
E
E
Rubber Sheet (Supplied with this unit)
Screw B
Plate (IDX
Battery Only) Connectors
Battery Mounting Folder
Battery Folder for
Anton Bauer Battery
Screw A
KA-M790G
Storage
Compartment
(For
Anton
Bauer)
(For IDX)
Screw A
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Remote Control Unit Connection
Connection
Connect the [RM] multi-pin connector of this unit to the remote control unit using a 26-pin camera cable.
Note:
●Turn off the power of the remote control unit before connecting.
●Use a 26-pin cable that is not longer than 100 m.
VC-P110 (5 m)
VC-P112 (20 m)
VC-P113 (50 m)
VC-P114 (100 m)
●When using an intercom headset, connect Headset DT109 to the [INTERCOM] terminal. (Only a
dynamic microphone can be used.)
●To check the prompter video (input signal of the remote control unit’s [AUX VIDEO INPUT] terminal)
output from the remote control unit, connect [PROMPTER OUTPUT] terminal of this unit to the
monitor using a BNC cable.
Connecting the Remote
Control Unit
PROMPTER
OUTPUT
INTERCOM
RM
TALLY CALL FULL AUTO
BARS
F2
F1
F4 MENU
SHUTTER
MENU/SHUTTER GAIN WHITE MASTER BLACK IRIS
PUSH-ON
DOWN UP
VARIABLE
PUSH-ON
STEP
PAI NT
R
AUTO
B
HIGH
W.BA L
POWER
AUTO
MANU
B
A
CLOSE OPEN
PRESET
LOW
MID
DOWN UP
F3
INTERCOM
LEVEL
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT RM-HP250
GAIN
SHUTTER
Headset
DT109 (Beyerdynamic)
Monitor
Remote Control Unit
RM-P210U/E*/RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE*
26-pin Camera Cable
[PROMPTER
OUTPUT] Terminal
[RM] Terminal
[INTERCOM] Terminal
BNC Cable
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Remote Control Unit Connection
Preparations
1 Select the power supply for the camera
Select the power supply for the camera
(including this unit) using the [POWER SELECT]
selection switch on this unit.
POWER
SELECT
BATT. RM
CALL
LEVEL
OFF
ON
INCOM
MIC
[POWER SELECT]
Selection Switch
BATT. :Uses power from the [DC INPUT]
terminal on the camera or a
battery.
RM :Uses power from the remote
control unit connected to the [RM]
connector.
2 Turn on the power of the remote control
unit
●Set the [POWER] switch of the remote
control unit to AONB.
●The remote control unit can be operated
about 10 seconds after the [POWER] switch
is set to AONB.
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emo:
●After the [POWER] switch of the remote
control unit is set to AONB, about 10 seconds
are required for it to establish communication
with this unit.
Synchronizing with the Camera
䡵Select the device to input the
Genlock signal
You can select the device to input the Genlock
signal in [Genlock Input] of the [Others] menu on
the camera.
Note:
●Perform system phase adjustment on the
device used for Genlock signal input.
Displaying the Return Video
䡵Setting
●To check the return video of the 26-pin
camera cable using this unit, set [Return
Input] in the [Others] menu on the camera to
AAdapterB.
●Select an appropriate [Return Aspect] setting
in the [Others] menu on the camera
according to the aspect ratio of the return
video. (A16:9Bor A4:3B)
●Set [Camera Function] menu B
[Switch Set]B[LENS RET] on the camera to
AReturnB.
䡵To display the return video
Press the [RET] button on the lens of the
camera. The return video appears on the
viewfinder or LCD monitor while the button is
pressed down.
RET
IRIS
A M
W
T
[RET] Button
Connecting the Remote
Control Unit (continued)
Adapter : Inputs Genlock signal from the
remote control unit via a 26-pin
camera cable.
BNC : Inputs from the [GENLOCK
INPUT] terminal (E model)/
[GENLOCK/AUX INPUT]
terminal (U model) on the
camera.
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Using the Tally Function and Call
Function
䡵Setting the tally system
To use the tally signal from the remote control
unit and the tally lamp via the call function, set
[Tally System] in the [Others] menu on the
camera to AStudioB.
䡵[TALLY] lamp display on this unit
The lamp lights up as follows when call signals
or tally signals are received from the remote
control unit.
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emo:
●If this unit (including the camera) and the
remote control unit have the same switch
functions, the operation of the remote control
unit will have a higher priority.
●For system with RM-LP25U connected to
RM-HP250AU/RM-HP250DE, the RM-LP25U
setting will have a higher priority.
●If external synchronization signal is present
when the power is turned on, images may
appear jerky for a few seconds. This is not a
malfunction.
●When using the remote control unit, make
sure that you read through its instruction
manual.
䡵Call signal
●Send signal
The [CALL] button on this unit lights up in red
when pressed.
Call signals are sent to the remote control unit
while the button is pressed down.
The [TALLY] lamp on the remote control unit
blinks while signals are being sent.
●Stopping signal transmission
Release your finger from the [CALL] button to
stop sending signals.
The [CALL] button lights up in green and the
[TALLY] lamp on the remote control unit goes off.
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emo:
●When call signals are received from the
remote control unit, the [TALLY] lamp on this
unit starts to blink in red.
POWER
SELECT
BATT. RM
CALL
LEVEL
OFF
ON
INCOM
MIC
[INTERCOM]
Switch
[LEVEL] Knob
Using the Intercom
●When using a headset microphone, set the
[INTERCOM] switch on this unit to AONB.
●The receiver volume level of the headset can
be adjusted using the [LEVEL] knob.
TALLY (PVW)
(Preview)
Lit in green
TAL LY (P GM )
(Program)
Lit in red
CALL Blinks in red
POWER
SELECT
BATT. RM
CALL
LEVEL
OFF
ON
INCOM
MIC
[TALLY] Lamp
[CALL] Lamp
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Remote Control Unit Connection
List of Remote Control Unit Functions
Connecting the Remote
Control Unit (continued)
Function
3: Available
-: Not available
RM-HP250AU/
RM-HP250DE
RM-P210U/
RM-P210E
TA L LY 33
PREVIEW 33
CALL 33
FULL AUTO 33
BARS 33
SHUTTER MODE
1/100*133
1/120*233
1/250 33
1/500 33
1/1000 33
1/2000 33
1/4000 3N.A.
1/10000 3N.A.
V. S C A N --
V.SCAN
LEVEL
--
GAIN MODE
0dB 33
+3dB 33
+6dB 33
+9dB 33
+12dB 33
+15dB 33
+18dB 33
+24dB --
-3dB --
ALC+EEI 33
ALC 3N.A.
VARIABLE --
Function
3: Available
-: Not available
RM-HP250AU/
RM-HP250DE
RM-P210U/
RM-P210E
GAIN VARIABLE
LEVEL
--
WHITE MODE
MANUAL 33
PRESET 33
AUTO1 33
AUTO2 33
FAW 33
AUTO
SET --
WHITE 33
MANUAL LEVEL
R, B 33
WHITE PAINT
R, B 33
MASTER BLACK 33
IRIS MODE 33
MANUAL
LEVEL 33
AUTO
LEVEL 33
H.PHASE*333
HD H.PHASE 3N.A.
SC COARSE -N.A.
FINE -N.A.
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