Panasonic AKHC930 - MULT FORMAT CAMERA User manual

Model AK-HC930P
Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read these
instructions completely.
Multi-Format Camera

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SUBCHAPTER J.
Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
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may result in hazardous radiation exposure.
Don’t make any modifications.
Don’t repair by yourself.
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CAUTION:
Invisible Laser radiation is emitted from the
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Don’t look into directly into the Optical fiber
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Contents
For your safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Controls and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
Mounting the lens . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10
Adjusting the lens flange back . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
Performing the viewfinder adjustments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
Connecting the microphone . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Mounting the camera on a tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Component system configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
System connections 2 (with build-up unit) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
System connections 3 (with MSU) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Status displays on viewfinder screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21
Menu operations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .22
Setting menu configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .24
AK-HC930P Connector pin assignment . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .27
External dimension drawings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

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Overview
This new-generation all-format HD camera is designed to support the 1080I format.
By way of providing support for the 1080I format, this model uses newly developed 2/3zCCDs with 2.2 million
pixels [1920 (H) x 1080 (V)]. By taking a fresh approach to the on-chip lens, CCD structure and processes,
these new CCDs embody dramatically improved sensitivity, smear and dynamic range specifications compared
with conventional CCDs, and they achieve a high performance which is on a par with that of SD. Furthermore,
the moire in the band has been slashed by offsetting the pixels by combining Panasonic’s unique horizontal line
readout CCDs with high-accuracy signal processing.
The newly developed digital signal processing LSI which supports 12-bit A/D conversion and which is provided in
the camera head processes the gamma, knee, detail, matrix and other process signals and uses a new system
for CCD defect correction to achieve improved operability with a greater number of functions, high quality and
high stability which only digital systems can deliver. The 12-bit A/D converter yields a stable wide dynamic
circuit with a high signal-to-noise ratio from the dark areas to the highlights.
A newly developed casing is used to house the Multi-Format Camera head to achieve a compact size and light
weight. The amount of heat generated has been significantly reduced by designing the new circuitry to consume
less power and by adopting an efficient heat dissipation design for the new casing.
SD signals (D1, VBS) can be output and RET images and PROMPT signals can be input by connecting the
Multi-Format Camera to the CCU (AK-HCU931P, optional accessory).
In terms of controlling the camera’s functions, the ROP (AK-HRP931P) or MSU (AK-MSU930P), also available
as an optional accessory, can be connected to the CCU to control such analog functions as the camera head’s
pedestal and iris and control such switches as the gain and output selector switches.
Features
Newly developed 1080I, 2.2 million-pixel CCDs
incorporated
≥This achieves a high sensitivity that surpasses the
standard sensitivity of F10 and is on a par with SD.
≥Smear has been cut to 135 dB and the number of white
marks has been drastically reduced by process
improvements.
≥H-CCD drive is accomplished at a frequency of 74 MHz
to attain a high response and high resolution.
Digital signal processing LSI with high picture quality
featured in the camera unit
≥After the process circuits, the signals undergo 12-bit, 74
MHz high-picture-quality digital processing, yielding a
high reliability, more functions and enhanced operating
ease as a result.
Multi-functional enhancer
≥In addition to the many functions such as chroma DTL,
skin DTL and dynamic DTL, there is a choice of 8 boost
frequencies. (For both HD and SD)
Designed to achieve low noise levels of below NC15
≥The fan mode can be switched to suit the application at
hand, and measures to reduce the power requirements
and improve the heat dissipation were adopted in the
final design.
Fuller complement of control circuits and auto setup
(ASU) function
≥The self-diagnosis functions have been enhanced, and it
has now become possible to select the ASU function by
combining the external shooting chart and internal test
signals as well as the normal, simplified or other mode.
Peripheral components
≥Ease of operation can be further improved by configuring
a system where the Multi-Format Camera is used in
combination with the remote operation panel (ROP) and
master setup unit (MSU).
≥Using the ROP matrix, for instance, ROP assignment is
enabled without connector patch switching.
Data trunk function
≥Two RS-422 circuits are provided as a standard feature.
They obviate the need for the cables used with virtual
control, pan-tilt head and lens control, etc.
D/C output of camera supported (optional function)
≥The VF output or camera output can be selected as the
D/C output.
≥The VF images can be monitored on the NTSC LCD
monitor.

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PUSH
AWB
OFF
SEL
ON
ABB
W / B
VTR / RET
SHUTTER
MENU
BAL
AUTO
B
A
C
D
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c
b
OPT
OFF ON
RET A
PGM
TALK TALK
PGM
PGM
LEVEL
INCOM1
INCOM1 INCOM2
BREAKER
RET
CONT
EXT I/O
POWER
CCU OFF EXT
CALL
1234
1
OFF
2
ON
OFF
PTT
ON
OFF
PTT
1
OFF
2
RET B
1234
INCOM2
TALLY
OUT
MIC1 MIC2
EARPHONE TRUNK
RCB
DC IN
PUSHPUSH
F
R
PROMPTER OUT
GL IN
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2
3
4
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Controls and their functions

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PHANT OFF
AB
PHANT OFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y /C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1 / 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
PTT
RET
Y
Z
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W
X
T
U
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S
R
V
1
MONITOR OUT
HD SDI OUT
OPT FIBER
AUX OUT
PROMPTER/GL
LENS
MIC1
VF
ULTI FORMAT
DIGITAL CAMERA SYSTEM
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Controls and their functions

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ALens mount (Bayonet type)
This is where the lens is mounted.
BLens clamp lever
The lens is inserted into the lens mount A, and this lever
is then turned to clamp the lens in place.
CLens cable, mic cable clamps
These are used to clamp the lens cable and mic cable in
place.
DTripod mount
Before securing the Multi-Format Camera to a tripod,
attach the tripod adapter (SHAN-TM700) which is
available as an optional accessory.
EShoulder pad
Adjust this pad in such a way that the Multi-Format
Camera can be operated easily when carried on the
shoulder.
The pad position can be moved forward or backward
once the two fixing screws are loosened.
FOptical fiber connector (EDW.3K made by LEMO)
1Camera power switch [POWER]
This is used to select the camera power input (power
supplied from the CCU or from an external connector)
and turn the power ON and OFF.
2Power LED
This lights up red when power is supplied to the camera.
3Power circuit breaker [BREAKER]
When an overcurrent flows to the camera, the breaker is
tripped, and the power supply is cut off.
4INCOM connectors 1, 2 [INCOM1, INCOM2]
The INCOM or headset plugs are connected here.
5INCOM1 MIC ON/OFF switch [MIC1 TALK]
This is the INCOM1 MIC ON/OFF selector switch.
6INCOM1 level control [INCOM1 LEVEL]
This is used to adjust the INCOM1 receive level.
7INCOM2 MIC ON/OFF switch [MIC2 TALK]
This is the INCOM2 MIC ON/OFF selector switch.
8INCOM2 level control [INCOM2 LEVEL]
This is used to adjust the INCOM2 receive level.
9INCOM1 PGM selector switch [INCOM1 PGM]
This is used to select the PGM to be mixed with
INCOM1.
:INCOM1 PGM level control [INCOM1 PGM]
This is used to adjust the INCOM1 and PGM mixing
level.
;INCOM2 PGM selector switch [INCOM2 PGM]
This is used to select the PGM to be mixed with
INCOM2.
<INCOM2 PGM level control [INCOM2 PGM]
This is used to adjust the INCOM2 and PGM mixing
level.
=RET-A selector switch [RET A]
This switch is used to select the return images to be
switched by RET-A.
>RET-B selector switch [RET B]
This switch is used to select the return images to be
switched by RET-B.
?CALL LED
This lights when the CALL switch is pressed. It also
lights in response to a call from the ROP or MSU.
@CALL switch [CALL]
This lights the CALL LED on the ROP or MSU and
sounds the buzzer.
AOPT LED
This indicates the camera’s optical signal reception
status. It normally lights up green. When any problem
has occurred, it lights up red.
BBack tally LED selector switch
This is used to set the back tally LED to ON or OFF.
CBack tally LED
This lights when the tally signal is supplied.
DRET switching control connector [RET CONT]
The cable of the RET switching box (optional accessory)
is connected here for controlling the ON/OFF settings of
RET1, 2, 3 and INCOM1 MIC.
EBuild-up unit connector [EXT I/O]
The cable from the build-up unit (optional accessory) is
connected here.
FCamera main line SDI output connector (BNC) [HD
SDI]
The camera main line’s HD-SDI images are output from
this connector.
GOptional video output connector (BNC) [AUX OUT]
When the camera D/C unit (AK-HDC931, optional
accessory) has been installed, the camera’s D/C images
(VBS) are output from this connector.
HGenlock sync input/PROMPT output connector
[PROMPT/GL]
When the GL/PROMPT selector switch is set to GL, the
reference signal (tri-level SYNC) which is used to
genlock the camera is input to this connector; when it is
set to PROMPT, the images input from the CCU are
output from this connector.
IGL/PROMPT selector switch
This is used to select the genlock input or the
input/output (genlock input and PROMPT output) signals
of the PROMPT output connector.
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JRCB connector [RCB]
The simplified remote control unit (RCB, optional
accessory) is connected to this connector.
KExternal power supply input connector [DC IN]
The input of the external DC power supply is connected
to this connector. (DC 12V)
LMIC1 selector switch [MIC1 F/R]
This is used to switch the MIC1 input signal to the front or
rear.
MRear MIC1 connector [MIC1]
An audio component or microphone is connected to this
connector.
NRear MIC2 connector [MIC2]
An audio component or microphone is connected to this
connector.
OTally output connector [TALLY OUT]
The R or G tally signal is output from this connector
(open collector). A DC 12 V voltage (approx. 1.0 A) can
also supplied.
PEarphone jack [EARPHONE]
When an earphone (optional accessory) is connected to
this jack, the INCOM1 receive signal and MIC1 monitor
signal can be heard.
QData trunk connector [TRUNK]
The trunk data [RS-422 x2] of the CCU is input to and
output from this connector.
RMIC1 power selector switch
This is used to select what kind of power is to be
supplied to MIC1. (The switch is set to phantom 48 V,
AB 12 V or OFF.)
SMIC2 power selector switch
This is used to select what kind of power is to be
supplied to MIC2. (The switch is set to phantom 48 V,
AB 12 V or OFF.)
TInput gain selector switch
This is used to set the MIC1 input gain (in 10 dBm
increments from -20 to 60 dBm).
UMIC2 input gain selector switch
This is used to set the MIC2 input gain (in 10 dBm
increments from -20 to 60 dBm).
VRET selector switch [RET]
This is used as return image selector switch.
WOptical filter selector switch [FILTER LOCAL]
This is pressed to adjust the optical filter manually.
When it is pressed again, the optical filter can be
controlled by the ROP.
XMonitor output selector switch [MONI SEL]
This is used to select the images (Y, NAM, R, G, B]
which are to be output from the monitor output connector.
YND filter selector knob
This is used to adjust the optical filter manually when
LOCAL has been selected as the filter setting.
1: CAP, 2: Through, 3: 1/4, 4: 1/16, 5: 1/64
ZCC filter selector knob
This is used to adjust the optical filter manually when
LOCAL has been selected as the filter setting.
A: 3200K, B: 4300K, C: 6300K, D: Cross, E: DFO
[Power save switch [CAM/VTR]
This is used to select the power supply status when VTR
recording has been temporarily stopped. It is not
effective when the CCU is connected to the camera.
\Gain selector switch [GAIN]
This is used to select the gain for the camera images. It
is not effective when the CCU is connected to the
camera.
]Camera output selector switch [OUTPUT]
This is used to select the video output (CAM, BAR or
TEST). It is not effective when the CCU is connected to
the camera.
^White balance selector switch [W.BAL]
This is set when there is no time to perform the coarse
adjustment of the white balance. It is not effective when
the CCU is connected to the camera.
_PTT switch [PTT]
This selector switch is used to set the INCOM1 MIC to
ON or OFF.
`Assignable switch [USER SEL]
Using the setting menu, user settings can be assigned to
this switch. When the switch is pressed, the assigned
user setting mode is established; when it is pressed
again, the selected mode is released.
aSD card connector [SD CARD]
The setup card (optional accessory) is inserted here. For
details on its operation, refer to the menu.
bMenu switch [MENU]
When this switch is pressed, the camera’s user menu is
output; when it is pressed again, the menu screen
display is cleared.
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gLens connector [LENS]
The lens cable is connected to this connector.
hFront MIC1 connector [MIC1]
A microphone (optional accessory) is connected here.
The power supply for the microphone can be connected
from this connector. What kind power is to be supplied is
set using the MIC1 power selector switch.
iVF connector [VF]
The viewfinder cable is connected to this connector.
jMonitor output connector (BNC) [MONITOR OUT]
The video signals for the monitor are output from this
connector. The images to be output are selected using
the monitor output selector switch.
kRear VF connector
This D-sub connector is used for Viewfinder interface.
cJOG dial button
Turning the JOG dial while the menu screen is displayed
moves the cursor to the setting items. The menu settings
are established by operating this dial button.
For details on the menu operations, refer to the section
on the menu operations.
dElectronic shutter selector switch [SHUTTER]
This is set to ON when the electronic shutter is to be
used. When it is set to the SEL position, the shutter
speed is switched in the preset range and the mode is
also switched. It is not effective when the CCU is
connected to the camera.
eAWB/ABB start switch [AUTO W/B BAL]
This switch is operated when the white balance (AWB) or
black balance (ABB) is to be adjusted automatically. It is
not effective when the CCU is connected to the camera.
fVTR start/RET selector switch [VTR/RET]
This is used as the REC start switch of the VTR and
return image selector switch. It performs the same
operations as the VTR button of the lens. Its function
can be allocated as desired on the menu.
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2Align the center mark on the lens with the groove at the
top center of the lens mount, and mount the lens.
3Lower the lens clamp lever to clamp the lens in place.
4Insert the cable into the cable clamp and connect it to
the LENS connector.
<Notes>
≥For details on handling the lens, refer to the instructions
that accompany the lens.
≥Depending on the lens mounted, it may be necessary to
perform the following lens and camera adjustments.
1. Flange back adjustment for the lens
2. Auto iris operation speed adjustment for the lens
3. White shading adjustment for the lens (performed using
the controls on the camera)
1Raise the lens clamp lever, and remove the mount cap.
Mounting the lens
Mount cap Lens clamp lever
Center mark
LENS connector

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Adjusting the lens flange back
Adjust the flange back (distance from the surface where the
lens is mounted to the surface where the images are
formed) if the subject fails to be precisely focused at both
the telephoto and wide-angle settings when zoom
operations are to be performed.
Once adjusted, the flange back does not need to be
adjusted again unless the lens is replaced.
Adjustment method
1Mount the lens on the camera. Do not forget to connect
the lens cable at this time.
2Set the lens iris to manual, and open the iris.
3Set the lighting in such a way that the appropriate video
output level is obtained at a distance of about 10 ft (3
meters) from the flange back adjustment chart.
If the video level is too high, use a filter or shutter.
4Loosen the screw that secures the F.f (flange focus)
ring.
<Note>
Depending on the lens concerned, this ring may be
marked as the “F.b” (flange back) ring.
5Set the zoom ring to the telephoto position either by
manual or electrical means.
6Shoot the flange back adjustment chart, and turn the
distance ring to adjust the focus.
7Set the zoom ring to the wide-angle position, and turn
the F.f ring to adjust the focus. Take care not to move
the distance ring.
8Repeat steps 5 to 7 until the chart is focused properly at
both the telephoto and wide-angle positions.
9Tighten up the screw that secures the F.f ring.
<Note>
For details on the adjustment method and positions of the
lens parts, refer also to the instructions that accompany the
lens.
About 10 ft (3 m)

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Performing the viewfinder adjustments
(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)
Attaching the viewfinder
Stopper screw
Stopper screw
1Check that the camera’s POWER switch is at the OFF
position.
2Attach the accessory mounting plate to the viewfinder.
5Connect the plug to the viewfinder’s connector.
<Note>
When connecting the plug to the viewfinder’s
connector, ensure that it is fully and securely inserted.
3Pull up the knob on the mounting plate and slide the
plate to attach the viewfinder.
4Tighten the stopper screw securely.
Detaching the viewfinder
1Check that the camera’s POWER switch is at the OFF
position.
2Loosen the stopper screw, pull up the knob on the
mounting plate and slide the viewfinder along and off
the plate.
3Disconnect the plug from the viewfinder cable
connector.
Remove mounting
plate from the
viewfinder
Mounting
plate
supplied to
AK-HC930P
Pull up the
knob
Pull up the
knob

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Left or right position adjustment
1Loosen the stopper screw.
2Move the viewfinder to the left or right to adjust its
position.
3Tighten the stopper screw.
Viewfinder
1Rotate the viewfinder forward/backward position fixing
lever towards the outside to release the it from the
locked position.
2Move the viewfinder forward or backward to adjust its
position.
3Rotate the viewfinder forward/backward position fixing
lever in the opposite direction until it locks.
Lever
Viewfinder
Forwrd or backward position adjustment
Performing the viewfinder adjustments
(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)
Stopper screw
Stopper screw

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INCOM1 INCOM2
BREAKER
RET
CONT
EXT I/O
POWER
CCU OFF EXT
SEE MANUAL
TALLY
OUT
MIC1 MIC2
EARPHONE TRUNK
RCB
DC IN
PUSHPUSH
F
R
PROMPER OUT
GL IN
Connecting a microphone
1Open the microphone holder.
2Mount the microphone and tighten up the clamp screw.
3Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN connector
on the camera.
When the microphone is mounted on the
viewfinder (optional accessory) for use
The microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700P (optional
accessory) can be mounted on the viewfinder.
MIC IN connector
Microphone
holder
Clamp screw
4If the audio channel whose signals are to be recorded
so requires, set the AUDIO IN switch to F.
AUDIO IN switch

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Mounting the camera on a tripod
1Mount the tripod attachment on the tripod.
<Note> Consider the center of gravity of the camera
and tripod together when selecting the holes for
attaching the camera. Check that the diameter of the
selected holes match the diameter of the screws on the
tripod platform.
2Mount the camera on the tripod attachment. Slide the
camera toward the front along the groove until a click is
heard.
Use the tripod attachment, available as an optional
accessory, to mount the camera on a tripod.
Tripod platform
Tripod attachment
PHANT OFF
AB
PHANTOFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30 –40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30 –40 –50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1 CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1 / 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
Red lever
Tripod attachment
Detaching the camera from the tripod attachment
While pushing the red lever, move the black lever in the
direction of the arrow, and slide the camera toward the
back.
Black lever
<Note>
If the pin of the tripod attachment fails to return to its
original position after the camera has been detached,
push the red lever again and simultaneously move the
black lever in the direction of the arrow to return the pin to
its original position.
Bear in mind that the camera cannot be mounted if the pin
still remains at the center.

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Component system configuration
An example of the standard system consisting of the Multi-Format Camera (AK-HC930P) and peripheral components is
described below and shown on the following page. The MSU (AK-MSU930P) is not required unless a multiple number of
cameras are to be controlled.
The basic system configuration includes the lens, Multi-Format Camera, 2zviewfinder, camera control unit (CCU) and remote
operation panel (ROP).
System block diagram
CABLE
TALLY
CAMERA
1
5600K
UNDO BLACK WHITE R B G GAMMA MATRIX FUNC SYSTEM
OFF
FLARE GAMMAON BLK OFF GAMMA
BLK SHATTER
PED GAIN GAMMA FLARE W. CLIP KNEE HD.DTL SD.DTL SD.FACEHD.FACE
SLOW
SHADING
OFF
KNEE
OFFOFF
HD.DTL SD.DTL ON HD.FACE ON SD.FACE
CLIPOFF
WHITE OFF HD.MATRIX SD.MATRIX
OFF CHARACTER
CARD
HEADPOWER ALL
CLOSE
PM R G B SEC ENC
BAR TEST WHITE BLACK SETUP
RESET
ALARM
REF LOCAL
STORE
ALL
STORE
ON
MODE
CONTROL
2 3 4 5 6
SDCARD
AUTO
MONITOR
WFM
ON
VAR
HEAD
CALL
ACTIVE
M-PED IRIS
Masler Setup Unit AK-MSU930
AUTO
LENSEXT X0. 8
COASER
MEMO
RECALL
MEMO
RECALL
CAP 100 25
ND
6.3 1.6
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
R G B SEC
1 2 STORE 3 4
ENC
MONITOR
SCENEFILE
SHUTTER/VAR
M-GAIN
REFFILE
5 6 7 8
CC
ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
PHANTOFF
AB
PHANTOFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1 CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1 / 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
Build-up unit
AK-HBU931P
Large lens
Microphone kit
AJ-MC700P
2zblack-and-white
viewfinder
AJ-HVF20P
Handy lens
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P
Tripod attachment
SHAN-TM700
SD memory card
RP-SD008B
Master setup unit
AK-MSU930P
8zLCD viewfinder
AK-HVF931P
Remote operation panel
AK-HRP931P
Camera control unit
AK-HCU931P
ROP cable

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Outline of peripheral components
1Camera control unit (CCU: AK-HCU931P)
This is the Multi-Format Camera’s camera control unit. It
is connected to the Multi-Format Camera using an optical
fiber cable (optional accessory).
As a standard feature, it supports SD video input and
output, and it can also support HD video input and output
by connecting the HD output unit (AK-HHD931P).
2Remote operation panel (ROP: AK-HRP931P)
The ROP is connected to the CCU using the ROP cable
(optional accessory), and enables the camera, CCU and
lens to be operated by remote control.
3Master setup unit (MSU:AK-MSU930P)
When a multiple number of cameras and CCUs are used,
the MSU can operate up to 15 units either separately or
simultaneously by remote control. It can be operated
together with the ROP.
42zviewfinder (2zVF: AJ-HVF20P)
This is the viewfinder for the Multi-Format Camera.
5Build-up unit (AK-HBU931P)
This is an adapter used to mount a larger lens (optional
accessory) on the Multi-Format Camera. Thereby, it
affords the same level of operability as that provided by a
larger camera.
6LCD viewfinder (LCD VF: AK-HVF931P)
This is the LCD viewfinder for the Multi-Format Camera.
It can be used at the same time as the 2zviewfinder. It
can still be operated when the system is built up.
Component connections in an SD system
1Component connections
Refer to pages 18 to 20 for the component connections.
After all the components have been connected (the
monitor system may be connected afterward), set the
CCU’s main power switch to the ON position. Then turn
on the camera’s power switch.
Component system configuration

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ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
PHANT OFF
AB
PHANTO
FF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1 / 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera)
1Before proceeding with the connections, set the CCU power switch to the OFF position.
2Connect the Multi-Format Camera to the CCU.
3Connect the ROP cable to the CCU and ROP.
4When the camera power switch is set to ON after the CCU main power switch has been set to ON, the camera can be
controlled using the ROP.
5Upon completion of shooting, set the CCU camera power switch and main power switch to OFF.
2zviewfinder
AJ-HVF20P
Lens
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P
ROP cable
Remote operation panel
AK-HRP931P
Camera control unit
AK-HCU931P

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ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
PHANT OFF
AB
PHANT OFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1 / 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
System connections 2 (with build-up unit)
Large lens
Build-up unit
AK-HBU931P
8zLCD viewfinder
AK-HVF931P
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P
Remote operation panel
AK-HRP931P
Camera control unit
AK-HCU931P
ROP cable

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ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
ROPON
CLOSE
5600K OFF
FLARE
GAMMAON
BLK
OFF
GAMMA
KNEEON
AUTO
OFF
KNEE
CLIPOFF
WHITE
CLIP
WHITE
ON
MATRIX
MATRIX
OFF
HD.DTL
HD.DTL
OFF
SD.DTL
SD.DTL
BLACK WHITE R
SHADING
G B KNEE GAMMA
BLK
UNDO
PED FLAME GAMMA GAIN SYSTEM FUNC
BAR TEST CHARACTER
RST
OPT FAN
60Hz CABLE
WHITE SETUP BLACK
HEADON VFPW
SDCARD
CAMERANO.
ALARM
AUTO
MODE
FILTER
SCENEFILE MONITOR
GAIN
SHUTTER
CONTROL
ND HEAD
CAP 100 25 6.3 1.6
1 2 3 4 5
1 2 3 4 5 R
-6
ON VAR
FULL AUTO
-3 0 3 6 9 12
G B SEQ ENC
STORE
GAIN
G
CC
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
DTL
R B
BLACK
IRIS
IRIS
ACTIVE
M-PEDACTIVE
ALARM
LENS
X0.8
PED
IRIS
EXT
CALL
SENSE
RANGE
G BR
PED
Remote Operation Panel AK-HRP930P
CABLE
TALLY
CAMERA
1
5600K
UNDO BLACK WHITE R B G GAMMA MATRIX FUNC SYSTEM
OFF
FLARE GAMMAON BLK OFF GAMMA
BLK SHATTER
PED GAIN GAMMA FLARE W. CLIP KNEE HD.DTL SD.DTL SD.FACEHD.FACE
SLOW
SHADING
OFF
KNEE
OFFOFF
HD.DTL SD.DTL ON HD.FACE ON SD.FACE
CLIPOFF
WHITE OFF HD.MATRIX SD.MATRIX
OFF CHARACTER
CARD
HEADPOWER ALL
CLOSE
PM R G B SEC ENC
BAR TEST WHITE BLACK SETUP
RESET
ALARM
REF LOCAL
STORE
ALL
STORE
ON
MODE
CONTROL
2 3 4 5 6
SDCARD
AUTO
MONITOR
WFM
ON
VAR
HEAD
CALL
ACTIVE
M-PED IRIS
Masler Setup Unit AK-MSU930
AUTO
LENSEXT X0. 8
COASER
MEMO
RECALL
MEMO
RECALL
CAP 100 25
ND
6.3 1.6
1.1 4.3 6.3 8.0
R G B SEC
1 2 STORE 3 4
ENC
MONITOR
SCENEFILE
SHUTTER/VAR
M-GAIN
REFFILE
5 6 7 8
CC
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
CABLE TALLY/CALL
OPEN
FUSE
MAIN HEAD POWER
125V 5A
FUSE
LEVEL PGN
PGN1
COXN
PRIVATE
MIC
ON
PTT
OFF
OFF
PGN2
250V 2.5A
SHORT ALARM
PUSH
PHANTOFF
AB
PHANTOFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1/ 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
PHANTOFF
AB
PHANTOFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1/ 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
PHANTOFF
AB
PHANTOFF
AB
(dB)
–20
–30–40
MIC1
–50
–60
(dB)
–20
–30–40–50
–60
MIC2
R
NAM
Y/C
FILTER LOCAL MONI SEL
G
B
1 A
CAM / VTR GAIN
ON
STBY SAVE HIGH
LOW
MID BAR A
CAM B
TEST PRST
ON
PTT
OUTPUT W.BAL
USER SEL
FILTER
ND
1
CAP
CC
2 CLEAR
3 1/ 4ND
4 1/16ND
5 1/64ND
3200K
4300K
6300K
CROSS
DF0
A
B
C
D
E
System connections 3 (with MSU)
Large lens
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P Master setup unit
AK-MSU930P
Remote operation panel 1
AK-HRP931P
Camera control unit 1
AK-HCU931P
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P
Multi-Format Camera
AK-HC930P
Camera control unit 14
AK-HCU931P
Camera control unit 15
AK-HCU931P
Remote operation panel 14
AK-HRP931P
Remote operation panel 15
AK-HRP931P
Build-up unit
AK-HBU931P
• A multiple number of cameras (up to 15 units) can be controlled in one location using the MSU.
• The cameras can be controlled by both the ROPs and MSU.