Panasonic AKHRP900P - CAMERA CONTROLLER HC User manual

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Model AK-HRP900P
Camera Controller

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For Your Safety
FCC Note:
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. To assure continued
compliance follow the attached instal-
lation instructions and do not make any
unauthorized modifications.
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 de-
signed 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 equip-
ment 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.
1is the safety information.
CAUTION
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE
COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
DO NOT OPEN
The lightning flash with
arrowhead symbol, within an
equilateral triangle, is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
uninsulated “dangerous voltage”
within the product’s enclosure
that may be of sufficient
magnitude to constitute a risk of
electric shock to persons.
The exclamation point within an
equilateral triangle is intended to
alert the user to the presence of
important operating and main-
tenance (servicing) instructions
in the literature accompanying
the appliance.
CAUTION:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD AND ANNOYING
INTERFERENCE, USE THE RECOM-
MENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.
WARNING:
TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR
SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE
THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR
MOISTURE.
The serial number of this product may
be found on the bottom of the unit.
This class A digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A
est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du
Canada.
For CANADA
12 Volt Class II Power Supply Only.
(For Example: AW-PS505P)
For Your Safety

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Contents
For Your Safety . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2
Outline . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Check the Accessories . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Precautions for Use . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4
Controls and their Functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
_Operation panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5
_Rear panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9
_Front panel . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .11
How To Connect . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .12
_Lens connection in the case of no swivel stand . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .13
Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .14
Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .15
Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .16
Communication speed setting . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .17
Example of Rack Mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
_How to rack-mount . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .18
_How to change the rear panel position . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19
Appearance and Dimensions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

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Outline
Coupling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc
Multi-cable . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc
Seal . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1 pc
Setscrews . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8 pcs
M4 x 8 mm . . . . . . . .4 pcs
M5 x 8 mm . . . . . . . .4 pcs
≥This unit is a camera controller for multi-purpose camera (AK-HC900P). This
unit is connected to a multi-purpose camera with one multi-cable, and capable
of transmitting and receiving various camera and lens control signals, analog
picture signals of cameras, and generator lock signals (3-value SYNC).
≥The extension distance between this unit and the camera is 33 ft (10m) max.
≥It is possible to control the swivel stand from the pan-tilt control panel AW-
RP301 by using the swivel stand control input connector.
Check the Accessories
Precautions for Use
≥We recommend that the AC adapter AW-PS505P is used for power supply.
≥Handle the unit with care.
If dropped or given a strong shock, it may cause a trouble or accident.
≥Use the unit in a temperature range of 32oF to 104oF (0oC to + 40oC).
If used at a temperature below 32oF or higher than 104oF, it may cause bad influences to
the component parts.
≥Turn off the power before connecting or disconnecting the cable.
When connecting or disconnecting the cable, be sure to turn off the power switch of the
unit beforehand.
≥Avoid using the unit outdoors.
≥Install the unit 3.3 ft (1 m) away from the monitor.
≥Maintenance
Pull out the power cord plug and clean the unit with dry cloth. If it is hard to clean,
moisten the cloth with a diluted neutral detergent solution and squeeze it well and lightly
wipe the unit.
≥Do not use volatile solvents such as benzene or thinner.
≥When using a chemical mop, carefully read the instructions.
Precautions

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_Operation panel
POWER
ON OFF
SD CARD
OPERATE ALARM
SCENE
MODE
PRE
CAM BAR TEST
USER1 USER2
Camera Controller
TALLY
MENU ON
MENU
SPEED ZOOM
TELE
WIDE
FAR
NEAR
FOCUS
12345
PRESET
CC FLTER
3200 CROSS 63004300
ND FLTER
CLEAR 1/321/161/4
SHUTTER
OFF
SYNCRO STEP
GAIN
0
S1 S2
S3
9dB 18dB
AUTO
WHITE BLACK
GAIN BLACK
AUTO
M-PED
IRIS
CHECK
123<=>
?
@
A
B
C
D
E
F
G
: ;HIJ K L
4
5
6
7
8
9
1Power indication LED [POWER]
It is lighted green when the power control switch 2is ON. It goes out when the power
control switch 2is OFF.
2Power control switch [POWER ON/OFF]
With this switch turned ON, the unit and the camera connected are simultaneously
turned on. With it turned OFF, both of the unit and the camera are turned off.
3SD card slot [SD CARD]
With an SD card inserted, the camera setting data can be recorded on the SD card.
4Tally LED [TALLY]
It is lighted red when tally signal is input to the tally signal input terminal Q.
Controls and their Functions

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5Menu operation switch [MENU]
Operation switch for camera menu.
Item selection or data change can be done by turning this switch. When this switch
pushed, the item and data are settled.
6Menu ON switch [MENU ON]
Used to turn the camera menu ON/OFF.
7Preset memory switch [MEMO]
Preset memory can be done up to 5 points with respect to lens zoom, focus, and iris
position (when iris select switch Kis at [MANU]). When using the preset memory, first
set the lens focus, zoom, and iris. Next, push this switch, then the switch is lighted.
Subsequently, push the desired preset position select switch 8. With the data stored in
the memory, the switch is lighted.
8Preset position select switch [PRESET]
It calls the lens zoom, focus and iris settings previously stored in the memory, and
brings the lens into preset operation.
9Speed change switch [SPEED]
High speed operation is obtained when the zoom operation lever :and the focus
adjust lever ;are operated while pressing this switch. The switch is lighted while being
pressed.
:Zoom operation lever [ZOOM TELE/WIDE]
Used for zoom operation of the lens. The zoom speed changes with the shifting angles
of the lever. With the zoom operation lever direction change switch Tset at [NOR],
when the lever is shifted to [TELE], the zoom operates in a telescopic mode, and when
shifted to [WIDE], it operates in a wide angle mode. With the zoom operation lever
direction change switch Tset to [REV], the zoom can be operated in the opposite
direction.
;Focus adjust lever [FOCUS FAR/NEAR]
Used to adjust the lens focus. The focus can be controlled in speed variable fashion by
regulating the shifting angle of this lever.
With the focus adjust direction change switch set at [NOR], when this lever is shifted
to [FAR], the focus is adjusted to a far distance, and when shifted to [NEAR], the focus
is adjusted to a near distance. With the focus adjust direction change switch set to
[REV], the focus can be adjusted in the opposite direction.
<Operation panel active switch [OPERATE]
This is an active switch for panel function. It can be operated when the switch is lighted.
It does not work when the switch is not lighted.
Controls and their Functions

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Controls and their Functions
=Alarm indication LED [ALARM]
It lights up when an alarm is generated (in case of fan stop, wrong communication
speed, etc.).
Note:
In case of wrong communication speed, change the DIP SW position in the unit to
match the camera and communication speed so that the alarm goes out.
>Scene file select switch [SCENE]
Used to select the scene file previously set on the camera.
Note:
With [PRESET] selected, it results in the factory-adjusted setting.
?Mode select switch [MODE]
Used to select the camera color bar signal, test signal and camera picture signal. With
the switch set to [BAR], [TEST], the color bar signal and the test signal are output from
the monitor signal output terminal of this unit. With it set to [CAM], the picture taken by
the camera is output.
@Auto white start switch [AUTO WHITE]
With this switch pressed, the white balance is automatically adjusted. During the
operation, WHTE LED blinks, and it goes out when the adjustment is normally finished.
In case of NG, it lights up for a while and then goes out.
Note:
It does not operate when the mode is [BAR].
AAuto black start switch [AUTO BLACK]
With this switch pressed, the lens is automatically closed, and the black balance is
adjusted. During the operation, BLACK LED blinks, and it goes out when the
adjustment is normally finished. In case of NG, it lights up for a while and then goes
out.
BR/B gain adjust volume [GAIN]
Used to adjust the R/B signal gain of the camera.
CR/B pedestal adjust volume [BLACK]
Used to adjust the R/B signal pedestal level of the camera.
DND filter select switch [ND FILTER]
Used to select the optical filter (ND) of the camera.
ECC filter select switch [CC FILTER]
Used to select the optical filter (CC) of the camera.

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FGain select switch [GAIN]
Used to select the master gain of the camera. It changes in the order of 0dB )9dB
)18dB )S1 (Super gain 1) )S2 )3dB )0dB.
Note:
For super gain setting, check with the camera menu.
GShutter select switch [SHUTTER OFF/STEP/SYNCHRO]
Used to select the electronic shutter of STEP and SYNCHRO set on the camera.
Note:
For electronic shutter setting, check with the camera menu.
HIndication change switch [CHECK]
Used to change the indication item.
IIndicator
It indicates the F value of iris.
JMaster pedestal adjust volume [M-PED]
Used to adjust the pedestal setting of Y (luminance) signal of the camera.
KLens iris auto/manual select switch [IRIS AUTO]
Used to select the lens iris adjusting method.
With the switch set to [AUTO], the lens is shifted to auto iris mode, and the iris is
automatically adjusted according to the amount of light coming into the lens.
With the switch set to [MANU], the lens iris can be moved in the range from close to
open by turning the lens iris adjust VR (volume) L.
When storing the lens iris in the preset position select switch 8by using the preset
memory switch 7, set to [MANU] mode. It does not work in [AUTO] mode.
LIris adjust volume [IRIS]
When the lens iris auto/manual select switch Kis set at [MANU], the lens iris can be
moved in the range from close to open.
When the lens iris auto/manual select switch Kis set at [MANU], press the preset
position select switch 8to call the preset memory, then the lens iris position is set to
the preset memory position irrespective of the VR (volume) position. After that, when
the VR is turned, the lens iris returns to the value of VR.
Controls and their Functions

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Pin No
8
9
10
11
12
13
14
15
Signal
Y signal output
Pb signal output
Pr signal output
Sync signal input
DC 12V
Frame GND
TXD (H)
Signal
Y signal GND
Pb signal GND
Pr signal output
Sync signal GND
DC GND
TXD (C)
RXD (H)
RXD (C)
Pin No
1
2
3
4
5
6
7
CAMERA I / F
MONITOR OUT G/L IN TALLY IN
BREAKER
DC 12V IN
YPbPr
P/T CONT
MN O P Q R S
_Rear panel
17 234 56
8
9101112131415
TXD: Data from camera to remote controller.
RXD: Data from remote controller to camera.
NSwivel stand control signal input connector [P/T CONT (RJ-45)]
Connects the swivel stand control signal output of the pan-tilt control panel (AW-
RP301).
OMonitor signal output connector [Y/G, Pb/B, Pr/R] (BNCk3)
Outputs the analog signal from the camera.
The output can be changed to R, G, B/Y, Pb, Pr by the camera menu setting.
PSynch signal input connector [G/L IN] (BNCk1)
Inputs the sync signal to the camera. Input 3-value SYNC as the synch signal.
QTally signal input connector [TALLY IN] (2-pin connector block)
Connected to the tally connector from the system. When the HOT connector is at GND
level, the tally LED is lighted.
Controls and their Functions
MCamera connector [CAMERA I/F]
Connected to the camera (AK-HC900P) with the attached cable.

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RBreaker [BREAKER]
DC power breaker. The breaker operates to cut off the power in case of over-current.
SDC12V input connector [DC12V IN] (XLR4-pin)
Connects the AC adapter. We recommend that the AW-PS505P (option) is used.
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23
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Controls and their Functions
Pin No
1
2, 3
4
Signal
GND
–––
12V

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ZOOM
REVERSE FOCUS REVERSE
NOR REV NOR REV
T
_Front panel
TZoom operation lever direction change switch [ZOOM REVERSE]
Used to change the direction of the zoom operation lever.
With this switch set at [NOR], when the zoom operation lever :is shifted to [TELE], the
zoom operates in a telescopic mode, and when shifted to [WIDE], zooming is made in a
wide angle mode.
With this switch set to [REV], it can be operated in the opposite direction. Also, with this
switch set to [REV], the operating direction does not match the indication on the panel.
In that case, use the attached seal for proper indication.
Focus adjust direction change switch [FOCUS REVERSE]
Used to change the direction of the focus adjust lever.
With this switch at [NOR], when the focus adjust lever ;is shifted to [FAR], the focus is
adjusted to a far distance, and when shifted to [NEAR], the focus is adjusted to a near
distance.
With this switch set to [REV], focusing can be made in the opposite direction. Also, with
this switch set to [REV], the operating direction does not match the indication on the
panel. In that case, use the attached seal for proper indication.
Controls and their Functions

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Make the connection with power supply to the unit turned off.
≥Use AW-PS505P (option) as the AC adapter for control panel.
≥Use a swivel stand, AW-PH300A, AW-PH500, AW-PH600, and an adapter suited for
the swivel stand.
≥When no swivel stand is used, connect both of the motor-driven zoom lens iris control
cable and remote (zoom/focus) cable to the camera. (see page 13)
≥When a swivel stand is used, connect the iris control cable to the camera, and the
remote (zoom/focus) cable to the swivel stand. (see the illustration below)
≥For the connection system of each unit, refer to pages 14 to 16.
BREAKER
ZOOM/
FOCUS
SDI OUT
1
2
1
/ F
G/L I N Pb OUT Pr /SDI
OUT
Y/VIDEO
OUT
1394
CONTROL IN
IP/RP
DC12V
IN
CAMERA I/F
LENSE I/F
ND/EXT
SDI
IN
CSOP
How to Connect
To iris connector
Iris control
cable
Remote
(zoom/focus
control) cable
To lens interface
connector
≥Connect the motor-driven zoom
lens iris control cable to the
camera, and the remote
(zoom/focus control) cable to the
swivel stand. If the motor-driven
zoom lens remote (zoom/focus
control) cable is connected to
the camera, the lens cannot be
controlled.

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_Lens connection in the case of no swivel stand
_How to mount the lens
≥A lens of any maker’s can be used provided that it is a bayonet type (B4 mount) lens
of 2/3 inch standard.*
1Turn the lens fixing ring knob counterclockwise and remove the lens mount cap.
2Mount the lens and completely secure it by turning the lens fixing ring knob
clockwise.
3Connect the iris control cable to the lens connector.
4Connect the remote (zoom/focus control) cable to the zoom/focus connector on the
rear panel.
*Note that some lenses are uncontrollable with respect to zoom and focus function.
How to Connect
BREAKER
ZOOM/
FOCUS
SDI OUT
1
2
1
/ F
720 PROGRESSIVE
Iris control cable (to
lens connector)
Remote (zoom/focus control)
cable
(Connect the cable to the swivel
stand when used.)
Lens fixing ring knob

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O I
BREAKER
ZOOM/
FOCUS
SDI OUT
1
2
1
/ F
POWER
ON OFF
SD CARD
OPERATE ALARM
SCENE
MODE
PRE
CAM BAR TEST
USER1 USER2
Camera Controller
TALLY
MENU ON
MENU
SPEED ZOOM
TELE
WIDE
FAR
NEAR
FOCUS
12345
PRESET
CC FLTER
3200 CROSS 63004300
ND FLTER
11/321/161/4
SHUTTER
OFF
SYNCRO STEP
GAIN
0
S1 S2
S3
9dB 18dB
AUTO
WHITE BLACK
GAIN BLACK
AUTO
M-PED
IRIS
CHECK
Multi-cable (17ft)
AK-HDMLTCA05
Camera controller
AK-HRP900P
D-SUB 15-pin
D-SUB 15-pin
HD monitor
AC adapter
AW-PS505P
Ext. sync signal (3-value SYNC)
DC power
cable
Coaxial cable (5C-FB)HD-SDI
Remote
control
spec. lens
Remote (zoom/focus
control) cable
Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 1
Multi-purpose digital
camera
AK-HC900P

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Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 2
O I
BREAKER
ZOOM/
FOCUS
SDI OUT
1
2
1
/ F
G/L I N Pb OUT Pr /SDI
OUT
Y/VIDEO
OUT
1394
CONTROL IN
IP/RP
DC12V
IN
CAMERA I/F
LENSE I/F
ND/EXT
SDI
IN
CSOP
O I
POWER
ON OFF
SD CARD
OPERATE ALARM
SCENE
MODE
PRE
CAM BAR TEST
USER1 USER2
Camera Controller
TALLY
MENU ON
MENU
SPEED ZOOM
TELE
WIDE
FAR
NEAR
FOCUS
12345
PRESET
CC FLTER
3200 CROSS 63004300
ND FLTER
11/321/161/4
SHUTTER
OFF
SYNCRO STEP
GAIN
0
S1 S2
S3
9dB 18dB
AUTO
WHITE BLACK
GAIN BLACK
AUTO
M-PED
IRIS
CHECK
Swivel stand
AW-PH300A
Multi-purpose digital camera
AK-HC900P
Multi-cable (17ft)
AK-HDMLTCA05
Camera controller
AK-HRP900P
HD monitor
AC adapter
AW-PS505P
Ext. sync signal (3-value SYNC)
DC
power
cable
Coaxial cable (5C-FB)HD-SDI
Remote
(zoom/focus
control) cable
AC adapter
AW-PS301
AC adapter
AW-PS505P
Swivel stand controller
AW-RP301
Swivel stand control is
possible for AW-
PH500/PH600 as well.
Remote
control
spec. lens
Remote
(zoom/focus
control) cable

16
Multi-purpose digital camera control system configuration 3
O I
BREAKER
ZOOM/
FOCUS
SDI OUT
1
2
1
/ F
G/L I N Pb OUT Pr /SDI
OUT
Y/VIDEO
OUT
1394
CONTROL IN
IP/RP
DC12V
IN
CAMERA I/F
LENSE I/F
ND/EXT
SDI
IN
CSOP
O I
O I
POWER
ON OFF
SD CARD
OPERATE ALARM
SCENE
MODE
PRE
CAM BAR TEST
USER1 USER2
Camera Controller
TALLY
MENU ON
MENU
SPEED ZOOM
TELE
WIDE
FAR
NEAR
FOCUS
12345
PRESET
CC FLTER
3200 CROSS 63004300
ND FLTER
11/321/161/4
SHUTTER
OFF
SYNCRO STEP
GAIN
0
S1 S2
S3
9dB 18dB
AUTO
WHITE BLACK
GAIN BLACK
AUTO
M-PED
IRIS
CHECK
Swivel stand
AW-PH300A
Multi-purpose digital camera
AK-HC900P
Multi-cable (17ft)
AK-HDMLTCA05
Camera controller
AK-HRP900P
HD monitor
AC adapter
AW-PS505P
DC
power
cable
Coaxial cable (5C-FB)HD-SDI
Remote
(zoom/focus
control) cable
AC adapter
AW-PS301
AC adapter
AW-PS505P
Swivel stand controller
AW-RP301
Swivel stand control is
possible for AW-
PH500/PH600 as well.
AC adapter
AW-PS300
Multi-cable (1.7ft)
AK-HDMLTCA05
Interface adapter
AK-HTF900P
Trans-
mission
Remote
control
spec. lens

17
The communication speed is factory-adjusted to 38.4Kpbs.
In case it does not match the communication speed of multi-purpose camera AK-HC900P,
the alarm LED is lighted. Remove the rear panel and change the DIP SW on the board
and adjust it to the communication speed of the camera.
SW3
ON
1234
ON
1234
ON
1234
ON
1234
5678
Change the
communication report
by the combination of
SW3 No.1 and No.2 on
ROP CPU board.
125Kbit/Sec
38.4Kbit/Sec
9600Kbit/Sec
SW5 SW4 SW3
Remove the
screw and open
the bottom
plate, then DIP
SW can be seen
in there.
Communication Speed Setting

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_How to rack-mount
Install the main body on the rack as shown below.
Remove the rack mount
bracket screw when installing
Rack mount bracket
Attached
screw
Coupler
Coupler
fitting
holes
Example of Rack Mount

CAMERA I / F
MONITOR OUT G/L IN TALLY IN
BREAKER
DC 12V IN
YPbPr
P/T CONT
CAMERA I / F
MONITOR OUT G/L IN TALLY IN
BREAKER
DC 12V IN
YPbPr
P/T CONT
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_How to change the rear panel position
1Remove the three screws on the
bottom to remove the blank panel.
* When installing, take care so that the internal wires are not caught by the panel.
3Install the rear panel on the bottom with
the three screws.
ScrewScrew
Screw
Blank panel
Blank panel
Example of Rack Mount
Screw
2Remove the three screws on the rear
panel to remove the rear panel.
4Install the blank panel on the rear side
with the three screws.

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Appearance and Dimensions
( ): mm
ZOOM
REVERSE FOCUS REVERSE
NOR REV NOR REV
CAMERA I / F
MONITOR OUT G/L IN TALLY IN
BREAKER
DC 12V IN
YPbPr
P/T CONT
POWER
ON OFF
SD CARD
OPERATE ALARM
SCENE
MODE
PRE
CAM BAR TEST
USER1 USER2
Camera Controller
TALLY
MENU ON
MENU
SPEED ZOOM
TELE
WIDE
FAR
NEAR
FOCUS
12345
PRESET
CC FLTER
3200 CROSS 63004300
ND FLTER
11/321/161/4
SHUTTER
OFF
SYNCRO STEP
GAIN
0
S1 S2
S3
9dB 18dB
AUTO
WHITE BLACK
GAIN BLACK
AUTO
M-PED
IRIS
CHECK
8-5/16z (210)
6-15/16z (176) 5/8z
(14.5)
2-1/4z (57) 5/8z
(15)