Sony CA-TX50 User manual

Camera Adaptor
*3- 863- 131- 13*
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© 2004 Sony Corporation
CA-TX50/50P
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future
reference.
You can find the operating instructions in Japanese, English, French, German,
Italian and Spanish on the CD-ROM (packed together).
For details on the manuals supplied, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 7.

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To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do
not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel
only.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
(for CA-TX50)
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your
authority to operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital
device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
For the customers in Europe
(for CA-TX50P)
This product with the CE marking complies with both
the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive issued
by the Commission of the European Community.
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to
the following European standards:
• EN60950-1: Product Safety
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility
(Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environments:
E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial),
E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC
environment, ex. TV studio).
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation,
1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product
safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse
61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or
guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in
separate service or guarantee documents.
WARNING

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Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la
pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de
l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié.
Pour les clients européens (pour le
CA-TX50P)
Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois
à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique
(EMC) et à la Directive sur les basses tensions émises
par la Commission de la Communauté Européenne.
La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité
aux normes européennes suivantes :
• EN60950-1: Sécurité des produits
• EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques
(émission)
• EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique
(immunité)
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les
environnements électromagnétiques suivants :
E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3
(urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé,
ex. studio de télévision).
Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon.
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des
produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger
Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute
question concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez
consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de
service ou de garantie séparés.
Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder elektrischen
Schlägen zu verringern, darf dieses Gerät nicht
Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden.
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden,
darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden.
Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.
Für Kunden in Europa (für CA-TX50P)
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und
erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie sowie die
Niederspannungsrichtlinie der EG-Kommission.
Angewandte Normen:
• EN60950-1: Sicherheitsbestimmungen
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störaussendung)
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störfestigkeit)
Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen:
E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in
beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3
(Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter
EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).
Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation,
1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und
Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland.
Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf
Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die
in den separaten Kundendienst- oder
Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.
AVERTISSEMENT WARNUNG

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Table of Contents
Overview ................................................................. 6
Using the CD-ROM Manual ................................. 7
Preparations ........................................................ 7
Reading the CD-ROM Manual ........................... 7
Location and Function of Parts ............................ 8
Front and Right Side .......................................... 8
Switches and Knobs on the Rear ........................ 9
Connectors and Switches on the Rear and Left
Side ................................................................. 11
Mounting on Video Camera ............................... 13
Removing from the camera .............................. 14
Notes on Use ......................................................... 14
Specifications ........................................................ 15
General ............................................................. 15
Input/output connectors .................................... 15
Accessories supplied ........................................ 15
Accessories not supplied .................................. 15

Overview
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Overview
The CA-TX50/50P Camera Adaptor, which is docked
with a DXC-D50/D55 series Color Video Camera,
allows connecting the camera to the CCU-TX50/50P
Camera Control Unit via a triaxial cable.
Component signal transfer method
This unit enables transfer of Y, R–Y and B–Y signals for
high picture quality.
Long-distance transfer
The maximum triaxial cable length that can be used to
connect this unit to a camera control unit is max. 750 m
(when using a Belden φ8.5 mm cable) or 1125 m (when
using a Belden φ13.2 mm cable).
Electrical shock prevention function
To prevent electrical shock, this unit shuts off any high-
voltage power supply whenever there is an incomplete
connection.
Coaxial cable connection
When necessary, this unit can be connected to a camera
control unit via a coaxial cable.*
* This unit’s triaxial connector must be refitted to enable connection of
a coaxial cable. Consult your Sony dealer for details.
Variety of input/output connectors
Input/output connectors for the following signals are
provided:
• Video signal output/input* for teleprompter
• Return video signal output
• Intercom/program output for connected headset
• Microphone or line-in audio input
* It is required to perform the internal adjustment to change the
teleprompter video signal transfer direction to input. Contact your
Sony dealer for more information on changing the teleprompter video
signal transfer direction.
Notes
• Production of some of the peripherals and related
devices described in this manual has been
discontinued. For advice about choosing devices,
please contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales
representative.
• If you have a DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP
Color Video Camera or RCP-D50/D51 Remote
Control Panel whose serial number is within the range
described below, and you want to connect your DXC-
D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP or RCP-D50/D51 to a
CCU-TX50/TX50P and a CA-TX50/TX50P, you have
to up-grade the software of the DXC-D50/D50P/
D50WS/D50WSP and RCP-D50/D51.
For information about checking the version and up-
grading the software, contact your Sony dealer or a
Sony service representative.
Serial number
DXC-D50/D50WS: 100001 to 110000
DXC-D50P/D50WSP: 400001 to 410000
RCP-D50/D51: 100001 to 110000

Using the CD-ROM Manual 7
Using the CD-ROM
Manual
The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the
Operation Manual for the CA-TX50/50P in English,
Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish in PDF
format.
Preparations
The following program must be installed on your
computer in order to read the operation manuals
contained on the CD-ROM.
• Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
Memo
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it
from the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated
in the United States and/or other countries.
Reading the CD-ROM Manual
To read the operation manual contained on the
CD-ROM, do the following:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the browser,
double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM.
2 Select and click on the operation manual that you
want to read.
This opens the PDF file of the operation manual.
Memo
The files may not be displayed properly, depending on
the version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the
latest version you can download from the URL
mentioned in “Preparations” above.
Note
If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can
purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony
service representative.

Location and Function of Parts
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Location and Function of Parts
Front and Right Side
aCamera connector (PRO 76-pin DIGITAL)
Connects to the camera’s 76-pin connector.
bPOWER switch
Turns this unit’s power supply on and off.
To power the unit, set the switch to EXT or CCU
according to the type of power source being used.
Set this to the OFF position to turn off the power supply.
When this unit is connected to a camera control unit via
a triaxial cable, the intercom communication function
continues to operate even after the power is turned off.
cCALL button
Press this button to call the operator of the camera
control unit or remote control panel. Pressing this
button lights the tally indicator (red) or the CALL button
(red) on the camera control unit, and on the remote
control panel. This unit’s back tally indicator also lights
if the TALLY switch is in the ON position.
aCamera connector
(PRO 76-pin DIGITAL)
bPOWER switch
cCALL button
Accessory Shoe
Shoulder Strap
fitting
EXT Power supplied via an optional AC-DN10 Adaptor
connected to the DC IN connector (when this unit is
connected to a camera control unit via a coaxial
cable)
CCU Power supplied via camera control unit (when this
unit is connected to a camera control unit via a
triaxial cable)

Location and Function of Parts 9
Switches and Knobs on the Rear
aRET 1/RET 2/RET 3/PROMPTER buttons
Select the return video signal* to be output from the
RETURN connector and to the camera’s viewfinder.
Press the RET 1, RET 2 or RET 3/PROMPTER button
to select the return video signal 1, return video signal 2,
or return video signal 3 or the prompter signal from the
camera control unit.
To show the shooting picture on the viewfinder screen,
release the button. The return video signal which
selected last is still output from the RETURN connector
if the button is released.
* Return video: Video signals that are sent from a camera to a camera
control unit and returned to the same or another camera so that the
camera operators can check the recorded image.
bTALLY switch
Set this switch to the ON position to activate the back
tally indicator c.
cBack tally indicator
When the TALLY switch bis in the ON position, this
indicator lights in response to this unit’s operating
status. During recording, this indicator lights in red. It
also lights when the CALL button on the camera control
unit or remote control panel has been pressed.
dCURSOR switch
Selects whether or not to display a box cursor in the
DXC-D50/D55 series Color Video Camera’s
viewfinder.
B: Displays box cursor B.
A: Displays box cursor A.
OFF: No box cursor is displayed.
eCursor knobs
When the CURSOR switch dis set to A or B, these
adjust the position and size of the box cursor that is
displayed in the viewfinder of the DXC-D50/D55 series.
H-POSITION: Adjusts the horizontal position of the
box cursor.
V-POSITION: Adjusts the vertical position of the
box cursor.
WIDTH: Adjusts the width of the box cursor.
HEIGHT: Adjusts the height of the box cursor.
fPROD/ENG (producer/engineer select) switch
Selects the channel for transferring intercom audio.
PROD: Uses the producer line.
ENG: Uses the engineer line.
aRET 1/RET 2/RET 3/
PROMPTER buttons
bTALLY switch
cBack tally indicator
dCURSOR switch
eCursor knobs
fPROD/ENG switch
gPROGRAM knob
hINTERCOM knob
iMIC/LEVEL switch

Location and Function of Parts
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Note
When the INCOM selector on the CCU-TX50/50P
Camera Control Unit is in the PRIV position, the
intercom operates only between the camera and the
camera control unit regardless of the PROD/ENG switch
position.
gPROGRAM knob
Adjusts the program audio reception level.
When using a DXC-D50/D55 series camera, setting the
MIC/LEVEL switch ito OFF/FRONT will enable this
knob to adjust the balance between the program audio
and intercom audio levels. Turn clockwise to raise the
program audio level, and turn counterclockwise to raise
the intercom audio level.
hINTERCOM knob
Adjusts the intercom audio reception level.
Setting the MIC/LEVEL switch ito OFF/FRONT will
enable the audio level knob on the DXC-D50/D55 series
camera’s front panel to adjust both the intercom audio
and program audio levels.
Note
If you switch the position of the MIC/LEVEL switch i,
settings of the program audio reception level and
intercom audio reception level are changed. Adjust them
again using the PROGRAM knob gand INTERCOM
knob h.
iMIC/LEVEL switch
Decides the on/off of the intercom microphone and the
adjusting method of the reception level.
ON/REAR: Sets the intercom microphone to on. The
reception level is adjusted using the INTERCOM
knob.
OFF/REAR: Sets the intercom microphone to off.
The reception level is adjusted using the INTERCOM
knob.
OFF/FRONT: Sets the intercom microphone to off.
The reception level is adjusted using the camera’s
front panel.
At this position, while you are pressing the VTR start/
stop button on the camera, the microphone of the
intercom is on.

Location and Function of Parts 11
Connectors and Switches on the Rear and Left Side
aCCU (Camera control unit) connector (CA-
TX50: Kings triaxial connector, CA-TX50P:
Fischer triaxial connector)
Connect a CCU-TX50/50P camera control unit via a
triaxial cable. In addition to supporting signal
transmission between this unit and the connected
camera control unit, the triaxial cable enables this unit to
receive its power supply via the camera control unit.
Using a coaxial cable to connect the camera
control unit
The CCU connector must be refitted to enable
connection of a coaxial cable. Note that connecting a
coaxial cable makes it impossible for this unit to receive
power from the camera control unit. Use a AC-DN10
AC Adaptor for AC power sources.
Contact your Sony dealer for more information on refitting the
CCU connector.
bUHF portable tuner taps
When using an optional WRR-861*/862 series UHF
Portable Tuner, attach (supplied with the WRR-861*/
862 series) the portable tuner mounting plate.
For details of attaching and using the WRR-861/862 series,
see the Operating Instructions for the WRR-861/862 series.
* WRR-861 series UHF Portable tuner is not available in some areas.
For details, contact your Sony dealer.
cINTERCOM/PROGRAM connector (XLR
5-pin, female)
Connect a headset for monitoring intercom audio or
program audio. Normally, a monaural (one-side)
headset should be connected.
An internal adjustment can be made to enable both sides
of the headset to receive audio, with intercom audio on
the left side and program audio on the right side.
Contact your Sony dealer for further information on this
internal adjustment.
aCCU connector
bUHF portable tuner taps
cINTERCOM/PROGRAM connector
dEARPHONE jack
eAUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switches
fAUDIO IN +48V CH1/CH2 switches
gAUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors
hDC OUT connector
iDC IN connector
jPROMPTER connector
kRETURN connector

Location and Function of Parts
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dEARPHONE jack (mini jack)
Connect an earphone for monitoring intercom audio.
eAUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio input select)
switches
Select the source for signals to be transferred via the
camera control unit’s channel 1 and channel 2.
FRONT/MIC: Transfers audio from a microphone on
the camera to the camera control unit.
REAR/MIC: Transfers audio from a microphone
connected to this unit’s AUDIO IN (CH1/CH2)
connector to the camera control unit.
REAR/LINE: Transfers audio from a line output
connected to this unit’s AUDIO IN (CH1/CH2)
connector to the camera control unit.
fAUDIO IN +48V CH1/CH2 (power supply
select) switches
Selects whether or not to supply power to a microphone
connected via the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors.
+48V: Supplys +48-V power to microphone.
OFF: Do not supply power to microphone.
Leave this switch in the ON position when using a
microphone of phantom powering* type.
Note
Except when a microphone of phantom powering type is
used, be sure to set this switch to OFF.
Failing to do so results in that the noise may occur or that
the devices connected to the unit may be damaged.
* Phantom powering: Powering method for operating condenser
microphones by supplying power via a bias power source and an
amplifier. Because no DC voltage is present in the audio channel, it is
called “phantom powering”.
gAUDIO IN (CH1/CH2) (audio inputs, channel 1
and channel 2) connectors (XLR 3-pin, female)
Connect external microphones or other equipment as
sources for audio to be transferred to the camera control
unit’s channel 1 or 2.
Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to select the
channel for the connected equipment.
hDC OUT connector (4-pin)
Use this connector when supplying power (DC 10.5 to
17V, Max. 1.5 A) to a WRR-861/862 series UHF
Portable Tuner (supplied separately) or an LCD
teleprompter unit.
Note
Never connect a unit that has a power consumption
rating of more than 18 W.
iDC IN connector (XLR 4-pin)
When connecting this unit to a camera control unit via a
coaxial cable, use this connector for a AC-DN10 AC
Adaptor (supplied separately). Connect the DC power
cord of the AC-DN10 to this connector.
jPROMPTER (teleprompter video signal input/
output) connector (BNC type)
Outputs teleprompter video signals* from the camera
control unit. (This unit can treat color teleprompter
video signals.)
If you have made the internal adjustment to change the
teleprompter video signal transfer direction so that
signals are transferred from this unit to the camera
control unit, this connector becomes the input connector
for teleprompter video signals.
Contact your Sony dealer for further information on the
internal adjustment to change the teleprompter video signal
transfer direction.
* Teleprompter video signals: Video signals for prompter which
displays scripts in the television monitor by the camera lens or on the
face of a one-way mirror positioned directly in front of the camera lens
so that performers can read scripts while looking into the camera lens.
kRETURN (return video signal output)
connector (BNC type)
Outputs return video signals from a camera control unit.
Use the RET 1, RET 2 and RET 3/PROMPTER buttons
to switch among the three return video signals.

Mounting on Video Camera 13
Mounting on Video
Camera
This unit is dockable with the DXC-D50/D55 series
digital video camera.
Note
Turn the POWER switch off before mounting the unit on
the camera.
1 Fit the projection on the bottom of this unit into the
slot on the camera.
2 Slide the unit along the groove on the camera, and
press firmly until fixed.
3 Tighten the two screws (M4 ×12) in the figure.
Projection
Slot
Groove
Camera
M4 ×12 screws

Notes on Use
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4 Tighten the two screws (M4 ×6) to fix the shoulder
pad.
Note
Slide the shoulder pad to its central position before
tightening the screws.
Otherwise the screws may not be properly fixed.
Removing from the camera
Follow the procedure above in reverse.
Notes on Use
Use and storage locations
Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places:
• Where it is subject to extremes of temperature
(operating temperature: –10ºC to +45ºC (14ºF to
113ºF)).
Note that in summer the temperature in a car with the
windows closed can reach 50ºC (122ºF).
• Very damp or dusty places.
• Where rain is likely to reach the unit.
• Places subject to severe vibration.
• Near strong magnetic fields
Near transmitting stations generating
strong radio waves.
Avoid violent impacts
Dropping the unit, or otherwise imparting a violent
shock to it, is likely to cause it to malfunction.
Do not cover with cloth
While the unit is in operation, do not cover it with a cloth
or other material. This can cause the temperature to rise,
leading to a malfunction.
After use
Turn the POWER switches on the unit and camera
control unit off.
Care
If the body of the unit is dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth.
For severe dirt, use a soft cloth steeped in a small amount
of neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use volatile
solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these may
damage the finish.
M4 ×6 screws

Specifications 15
Specifications
General
Power requirements
When supplied via the CCU connector:
180 V DC
When supplied via the DC IN
connector: 12 V DC (10.5 to 17 V
DC)
Power consumption
When 180 V DC is supplied via the
CCU connector: max. 0.37 A
When 12 V DC is supplied via the DC
IN connector: max. 4.8 A
Operating temperature
–10ºC to +45ºC (14ºF to 113ºF)
Operating humidity
20% to 90%
Storage temperature
–20ºC to +60ºC (–4ºF to 140ºF)
Mass Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz)
External dimensions
206 ×212 ×131 mm
(8 1/8 ×8 3/8 ×5 1/4 inches) (w/h/d)
Input/output connectors
CCU CA-TX50: Kings triaxial connector
(made by Lemo)
CA-TX50P: Fischer triaxial connector
PROMPTER BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
RETURN BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
INTERCOM/PROGRAM
XLR 5-pin
Input level: –60 dBs (dynamic)
Output level: –∞to +12 dBs
AUDIO IN CH1/CH2
XLR 3-pin, female, 600 Ω, balanced
Input level: –60 dB (for microphone
input) or –20 dB (for line input)
DC IN XLR 4-pin, 10.5 to 17 V DC
DC OUT 4-pin, 10.5 to 17 V DC, max. 1.5 A
Camera connector
PRO 76-pin DIGITAL
EARPHONE Mini jack
Accessories supplied
Operating Instructions (1)
CD-ROM (including multi-lingual operating
instructions) (1)
Warranty booklet (1)
Accessories not supplied
Triaxial cable (Belden)
AC-DN10 AC Adaptor
DC power cord
WRR-861*/862 series UHF Portable Tuner
DXF-51 viewfinder
* WRR-861 series UHF Portable tuner is not available in some areas.
For details, contact your Sony dealer.
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Note
Always verify that the unit is operating properly
before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT
NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE
LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS
DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER
DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER
EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR
ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.

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