Sony PHV-A7 User manual

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Photo
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PHV-A7/
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
Owner’s Record
The model and serial numbers are located at the rear. Record
the serial number in the space provided below. Refer to these
numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding
this product.
Model No. PHV-A7 Serial No.
©1991 by Sony Corporation

WARNING
To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not
expose the unit to rain or moisture.
CAUTION
RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK
00 NOT OPEN
CAUTION: TO REOUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,
00 NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).
NO USER-SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE.
REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.
This symbol 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.
This symbol is intended to alert the user
to the presence of important operating and
maintenance (servicing) instructions in the
literature accompanying the appliance.
For the Customers in Canada
TO PREVENT ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT USE THIS
POLARIZED AC PLUG WITH AN EXTENSION CORD,
RECEPTACLE OR OTHER OUTLET UNLESS THE
BLADES CAN BE FULLY INSERTED TO PREVENT
BLADE EXPOSURE.
This apparatus complies with the Class B limits for radio
noise emissions set out in Radio Interference Regulations.
For the Customers in the
U.S.A.
INFORMATION
This equipment generates and uses
radio frequency energy and if not
installed and used properly, that is, in
strict accordance with the
manufacturer’s instructions, may cause
interference to radio and television
reception. It has been type tested and
found to comply with the limits for a
Class B computing device in accordance
with the specifications in Subpart J of
Part 15 of FCC Rules, which are
designed to provide reasonable
protection against such interference in a
residential installation. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not
occur in a particular installation. If this
equipment does cause interference to
radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment
off and on, the user is encouraged to try
to correct the interference by one or
more of the following measures:
Reorient the receiving antenna
Relocate the equipment with respect
to the receiver
Move the equipment away from the
receiver
Piug the equipment into a different
outlet so that equipment and receiver
are on different branch circuits.
If necessary, the user should consult the
dealer or an experienced radio/television
technician for additional suggestions.
The user may find the following booklet
prepared by the Federal Communications
Commission helpful:
“How to Identify and Resolve Radio-TV
Interference Problems”.
This booklet is available from the U.S.
Government Printing Office, Washington,
DC 20402, Stock NO. 004-000-00345-4.

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To connect other equipment
Basic operation
Advanced operation
Specifications
Troubleshooting

The photo video camera PHV-A7 is a film-to-video converter which enables you to view your photo
films on your TV. Having the negative/positive selector, you can easily display both negative and
positive films. It also accepts both strip and mounted film. Furthermore, you can use this unit in many
other ways such as magnifying a small object on the TV screen.
Main features of the PHV-A7—
1/2 inch precision CCD image sensor
(410,000 picture elements) for sharp, clear
image detail
High resolution picture (400 TV lines and
above)
S video output for high quality picture
Negative/positive selector for using both
negative and positive films
Instant automatic focus function for easy
focusing
Zooming function (x6) for making the
picture appear closer or farther away
White balance function for adjusting the
white color of your picture
Manual iris control for adjusting the
brightness to your taste
Supplied accessories
Before you start operation, check to see that everything is contained in the package.
For strip 35mm film
For mounted 35mm film
¢ Color balance contro! for adding color
effect
¢ Angle rotating control for changing the
angle of the picture
© Microphone input for adding sound effects
¢ Trimming function for cutting unnecessary
parts of the picture
AV connecting cable Dust cover

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On safety
On Installation
On connection
Operate the unit only on 120V AC, 60Hz.
Should any liquid or solid object fall into the cabinet, unplug the
unit and have it checked by qualified personnel before operating
it any further.
One blade of the plug is wider than the other for the purpose of
safety and will fit into the power outlet only one way. If you are
unable to insert the plug fully into the outlet, contact your
dealer.
Unplug the unit from the wall outlet if it will not be used for an
extended period of time. To disconnect the cord, pull it out by
grasping the plug. Never pull the cord itself.
Do not install the unit in a location near heat sources such as
radiators or air ducts, or in a place subject to direct sunlight,
excessive dust, mechanical vibration or shock.
© Before connecting, be sure to turn off all equipment.
Insert plugs securely, as loose connections may cause hum and
noise.
¢ To disconnect the cord, pull it out by the plug. Never pull the
cord itself.
¢ To avoid interference, turn off equipment not in use.
{f noise occurs in the picture or sound, move the pieces of
equipment farther away from each other.
For details on connections, refer to the instruction manual
covering the corresponding equipment.
When the unit will not be used, turn the power off to conserve
energy and to extend the useful life of your unit.
Clean the cabinet and controls with a soft cloth lightly moistened
with a mild detergent solution. Do not use any type of abrasive
pad, scouring powder or solvent such as alcohol or benzine.
To clean the plate which covers the light source part, remove the
film carrier.
Clean the lens and film with a blower. If dust is on the lens, it will
be displayed on the screen.
Do not throw away the carton and the packing material. It makes
an ideal container to transport the unit in.

Parts Identification
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Angle rotating dial
Lens
Carrier guide
PUSH AUTO (FOCUS) button
FOCUS (manual) button
ZOOM button
(COLOR BALANCE) ON/OFF button
COLOR BALANCE control
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IRIS PUSH MANUAL button
WHT BAL (white balance)
PUSH HOLD button
NEGA/POSI (negative/positive) switch
MIC LEVEL control
MIC IN (PLUG IN POWER) jack
How to use the supplied film carrier
For strip 35mm film
Set the film inside
the groove.
For mounted 35mm
film

RFU DC OUT jack
VIDEO output jack
S$ VIDEO output jack
AUDIO output jack POWER ON/OFF switch

To Connect Other Equipment
Before connection, be sure to turn off all equipment. Refer to the manual of the corresponding
equipment for connection.
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If the TV/monitor is stereo
Connect the audio plug (black) of the supplied AV connecting cable to the audio left (white) jack of the
TV/monitor. You can also use the AV connecting cable VMC-910/920MS (not supplied.)

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input (black)
For a VCR with an S video input, use the S video connecting cable YC-15V (not supplied) for a
better quality picture.
to S video input a5 to S VIDEO
S video connecting
cable (not supplied)
Attach the LCD color monitor (not supplied) via the
accessory shoe, then connect the monitor and PHV-
A7 with the supplied AV connecting cable.

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This section explains the procedure for displaying film on the TV screen. This unit accepts film under
35 mm.
Turn on the power of this unit
and the TV.
The
picture
appears
on
the
TVimonitor
screen
after
about
4
seconds.
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Note
When you turn on the power, the light
source may not light up if the fluorescent
tube protection circuit functions.
In such case, turn off the power, then turn
on again after about 5 seconds.
Attach the film carrier (for strip
film or mounted film) to the TVimonitor
carrier guide of this unit. /
Adjust the angle of the
picture.You can adjust the angle
within 270°.
Rotate the angle rotating dial.

Set the NEGA/POSI
(negative/positive) switch.
5 Press ZOOM button (T or W).
Note
While pressing the ZOOM button
(also a few seconds after), automatic
focus functions.
To make the subject appear
farther away
Press W (wide).
To make the subject appear
closer
Press T (telephoto).
Adjust the focus.
Keep the PUSH AUTO button
pressed until the picture is in
focus.
To focus manually
The automatic focus may not
function depending on the kind of
the film you are using. In such
case, adjust the focus with the
FOCUS +/— button.
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Basic Operation
If the color or brightness is not normal To trim the unnecessary part of the picture
Turn off the power, then after a few seconds, Move the film carrier to adjust the position of
turn it on again. the picture, then press the ZOOM button to
adjust the size.
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up (ON.)
2 Adjust with the COLOR BALANCE control.
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You can adjust for inadequate brightness to a certain extent, even if it
was due to under exposure when the picture was taken.
(For negative film. The
effect is opposite for
positive film)
Notes on the iris adjustment
This unit automatically adjusts the iris using the brightest part of the object
that the lens is focused on. In the following cases, the automatic iris may not
function. In such cases, adjust it manually.
¢ The film on the film carrier is not placed properly, and the light has hit the
light source directly.
¢ The picture has changed due to zooming or trimming.
¢ The original film was extremely over or under exposed.
¢ The original film has too much contrast.
When you zoom the picture, the white balance level may change. To
avoid such change, use this function.
Press the WHT BAL PUSH HOLD button.
WHT BAL
PUSH HOLD Lights
p (hold
mode.)
The white balance level does not change when you press the ZOOM
button to change the size of the picture.

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“How to Adjust the Color
Adjust with the COLOR control.
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To make the color deeper, turn to the right.
To make the color paler, turn to the left.
If you turn the control to the left end, the color turns to black and white.
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1 Connect the microphone to MIC IN (PLUG IN POWER) jack.
2 Adjust the volume with the MIC LEVEL control.
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To decrease LO} To increase
volume WA” volume
MIN MAX
When this unit is connected to a TV/monitor and audio system, and the
microphone is near the speaker, howling (noise) may occur. In such
case, lower the volume of the TV and audio system.
ZTo Display a Small Object or Photograph
To display small object or photograph, remove the carrier guide from
this unit, then place the object or photograph directly. If placed on the
carrier guide, the picture may not be in focus.
How to remove How to attach
the carrier guide the carrier guide
Notes : :
© Without the carrier guide, light
hits the light source directly and
may interfere with automatic iris
function.
In such case, adjust iris manually.
¢ Do not scratch the surface of the
plate which covers the light
source.

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System
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General
Video signal
Image device
S video output
Video output
RFU DC OUT
Audio output
MIC IN
Power requirements
Power consumption
Operating temperature
Storage temperature
Range of object field
Dimensions
Weight
Supplied accessories
Optional accessories
NTSC
Precision CCD image sensor
4pin mini DIN
Luminance: 1Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced,
sync negative
Chrominance: 0.286Vp-p, 75 ohms
unbalanced
Phono jack, 1Vp-p, 75 ohms unbalanced,
sync negative
Special mini jack, 5V DC
Phono jack, —7.5dBs, (at output
impedance 47 kilohms), impedance less
than 2.2 kilohms
Minijack, —60dBS, low impedance with
2.5-3V DC output, impedance 6.8
kilohms
AC 120V 60Hz
13 W
5°C to 40°C (41°F to 104°F)
-20°C to 60°C (-4°F to 140°F)
48.5 x 36.6-8.6 x6.5 mm
(1 "516 x 1 /2— "Yeo x a2 inches)
126 x 256 x 190 (W/H/D) mm
(5x 10's x 72 inches)
2.3kg (5 ib 1 02)
Film carrier (for strip film 1, for mounted
film 1)
AV connecting cable (1)
Dust cover (1)
Video printer CVP-G500
Microphone F-VX50
S video connecting cable YC-15V
RFU adaptor RFU-89UCKA
LCD color monitor XV-M30
Film carrier HVT-NA7/SA7
Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Troubleshooting
If
any
difficulty
should
arise
during
operation,
go
through
the
following
table.
Should
the
difficulty
persist,
unplug
the
unit
and
contact your
Sony
dealer
or local
authorized
facility.
The power does not go on.
The light source does not
light up.
No picture appears on the
screen.
Negative and positive of the
picture are reversed.
Left and right of the picture
are reversed.
Top and bottom of the
picture are reversed.
Color and the brightness is
inadequate.
The picture is not clear.
The color or brightness
changes when zooming or
trimming.
¢ The AC power cord is not plugged in to the wall outlet.
¢ The power switch has not been turned on.
¢ The fluorescent tube protection circuit is functioning.
¢ Turn off the power, then turn on again after about 5 seconds.
¢ The connection is incorrect.
¢ The power of other equipment has not been turned on.
© The IRIS control is in manual mode, and excessively out of
adjustment.
The setting of the NEGA/POSI switch is incorrect.
The film has been laid the opposite side down.
¢ The film has been laid up side down.
¢ The angle rorating dial is set to an incorrect position.
The IRIS control is in manual mode, and the CLOSE/OPEN control
is set to the incorrect position.
The COLOR BALANCE control is set to the incorrect position.
The color adjustment of the TV is incorrect.
The COLOR control is set to the incorrect position.
Adjust with the (manual) FOCUS button.
The film or lens is stained.
The original film was not focused when it was taken.
Adjust the iris manually, or hold the white balance level.
¢ The film on the film carrier is not placed properly, and the light
has hit the light source directly.
© The original film was extremely over or under exposed.
© The original film has too much contrast.