Transvideo CineMonitorHD Evolution User manual

Rev 3.5
April 2014 751TS0027
CineMonitorHD Evolution
Operator Manual

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ABOUT
This Operator Manual describes the use of the Transvideo CineMonitorHD Evolution family.
The first CineMonitor has been introduced to the Film Industry during year 1995.
The CineMonitorHD Evolution is our latest contribution to the Digital Cinematography world, including
advanced decision tools for the HD world.
The CineMonitorHD Evolution family includes the following products:
CineMonitorHD6SBL Evolution 6” HD Monitor SuperBright
CineMonitorHD6eSBL Evolution 6” HD Monitor enhanced SuperBright
CineMonitorHD6X-SBL Evolution 6” HD Monitor eXtreme SuperBright
CineMonitorHD8Evolution 8” HD Monitor
CineMonitorHD8SBL Evolution 8” HD Monitor SuperBright
CineMonitorHD8eSBL Evolution 8” HD Monitor enhanced SuperBright
CineMonitorHD10 SB Evolution 10” HD Monitor SuperBright
CineMonitorHD12 SB Evolution 12” HD Monitor SuperBright
CineMonitorHD15 SBL Evolution 15” HD Monitor SuperBright
CineMonitorHD15 Studio Evolution 15” HD Monitor Studio version
If the physical, electrical and optical characteristics of the products are different, the user interface is
the same.
Several configurations are optionally available for this family of products.
There is the choice at the order between several input boards, which gives different functionalities
described in this document. Some options can be not implemented in your CineMonitorHD Evolution.
This manual describes CineMonitorHD Evolution with Software 7.23e (and up).
Depending of the hardware, it is possible to upgrade the CineMonitorHD Evolution. For that, contact
us or your local Transvideo representative.
The products described in this manual are professional equipment. Utilization of these products
implies knowledge of basics in video signal management, HDTV and film making concept.

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WARNING &CAUTION
WARNING:
There is very high voltage inside of the component. Risk of injury or death.
WARNING:
This product must be used in a correct grounded electrical environment; ground defects can create
severe problems to the equipment, the picture quality and even cause danger for the user.
WARNING:
Copyright law and international treaties protect this product, its design and its software. One
or several international patents apply to the CineMonitorHD Evolution.
Unauthorized reproduction or distribution of this product or its design or its software or any
portion of them, may result in severe civil and criminal penalties, and will be prosecuted to the
maximum extent possible under the law.
CAUTION:
Warranty is void is the product is opened. The unit contains electrostatic sensitive devices, which can
be damaged or destroyed if you touch them. Very high voltage is present in the product and there is
some risk of electric shock if opened by a non-accredited technician. Standard ESD procedures must
be strictly followed during disassembly/re-assembly of the unit.
The user and/or technician assume full responsibility or any risk of bodily injury, death or property
damage arising out of the use or disassembly or repair of this equipment. In no event shall Transvideo
S.A. or its local representatives be liable to a user, technician or third party for any loss of income or
any damage of any kind resulting from the use of or work on the said equipment.

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TABLE OF CONTENT
ABOUT ..................................................................................................................................................... 2!
WARNING &CAUTION ............................................................................................................................... 3!
TABLE OF CONTENT .................................................................................................................................. 4!
INTRODUCTION ......................................................................................................................................... 7!
Unpacking ......................................................................................................................................... 7!
General safety instructions ............................................................................................................. 7!
Power requirements......................................................................................................................... 8!
Start-up ............................................................................................................................................. 9!
PRODUCT OVERVIEW .............................................................................................................................. 10!
Parts identification ......................................................................................................................... 10!
User interface ................................................................................................................................. 12!
Direct functions............................................................................................................................ 12!
Rotating knob............................................................................................................................... 13!
USING THE DIRECT FUNCTIONS ............................................................................................................... 14!
Color Temperature & Dimming ..................................................................................................... 14!
Markers............................................................................................................................................ 15!
Measurements ................................................................................................................................ 16!
Waveform..................................................................................................................................... 16!
Histogram..................................................................................................................................... 17!
Vectorscope................................................................................................................................. 17!
Zoom................................................................................................................................................ 18!
Zoom pixel to pixel....................................................................................................................... 18!
1.33x zoom .................................................................................................................................. 18!
Zoom in SD .................................................................................................................................. 18!
Aspect Ratio and Anamorphic desqueeze................................................................................... 18!
Assign user key............................................................................................................................... 19!
Input Selection................................................................................................................................ 20!
Display adjustments....................................................................................................................... 20!

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MENU FUNCTIONS .................................................................................................................................. 21!
HELP ................................................................................................................................................ 21!
DISPLAY MODE .............................................................................................................................. 21!
BLUE CHECK .................................................................................................................................. 21!
COLORIMETRY............................................................................................................................... 22!
INPUT PROFILE .............................................................................................................................. 22!
AUTO ........................................................................................................................................... 22!
LINEAR......................................................................................................................................... 22!
REC709........................................................................................................................................ 22!
S-LOG .......................................................................................................................................... 22!
S-LOG2 ........................................................................................................................................ 22!
CANON-LOG ............................................................................................................................... 22!
LOG-C.......................................................................................................................................... 22!
BLACK LEVEL ................................................................................................................................. 23!
LOCK................................................................................................................................................ 23!
TOOLS ............................................................................................................................................. 23!
BLUETOOTH................................................................................................................................ 23!
AUDIO .......................................................................................................................................... 24!
TIMECODE................................................................................................................................... 24!
LENS READER............................................................................................................................. 24!
FOCUS HELPER .......................................................................................................................... 26!
FRAMELINE ................................................................................................................................. 26!
HORIZON..................................................................................................................................... 27!
LIMITS.......................................................................................................................................... 28!
MEASUREMENTS........................................................................................................................ 29!
TALLY .......................................................................................................................................... 30!
PICTURE FX .................................................................................................................................... 31!
SCAN................................................................................................................................................ 31!
TECHNICAL..................................................................................................................................... 32!
CVBS STD SELECT ..................................................................................................................... 32!
NTSC............................................................................................................................................ 32!
ACCESSORY ............................................................................................................................... 32!
HDMI MODE: CANON/NORMAL ................................................................................................. 32!
GPI ............................................................................................................................................... 32!
VOLTAGE ALARM........................................................................................................................ 33!
REVERSE SCROLLING................................................................................................................ 33!
EXIT TEMPO ................................................................................................................................ 33!
LIGHTS......................................................................................................................................... 33!
MEMORY ......................................................................................................................................... 34!
MEM 1 … MEM 4......................................................................................................................... 34!
PRESET........................................................................................................................................ 34!

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SERVICE &MAINTENANCE....................................................................................................................... 35!
General ............................................................................................................................................ 35!
Useful tips ....................................................................................................................................... 35!
Cleaning ....................................................................................................................................... 35!
Full reset....................................................................................................................................... 35!
Hardware, Software and Firmware............................................................................................... 36!
Updating your CineMonitorHD Evolution..................................................................................... 36!
Color Calibration............................................................................................................................. 37!
Product Return ............................................................................................................................... 37!
SPECIFICATIONS ..................................................................................................................................... 38!
Common Characteristics............................................................................................................... 38!
List of Standards per Input............................................................................................................ 39!
Specific Characteristics................................................................................................................. 39!
TRANSVIDEO EQUIPMENT LIMITED WARRANTY ........................................................................................ 41!

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INTRODUCTION
Unpacking
Packing list
Control the content of the package accordingly to the packing list.
Transportation
The CineMonitorHD is delivered in a rugged waterproof case. Use this case for storage and
transportation.
2 years warranty
All CineMonitorHD are covered by a 2 years limited warranty unless otherwise noted.
Get a 3rd year for free by registering your product online within the first month of the purchase.
http://www.hd4dp.com/register-my-product
General safety instructions
IMPORTANT:
Do not use damaged cables with this equipment.
Damaged connectors may seriously damage this equipment.
Never seal the monitor in a plastic bag.
Never use the monitor in full sun with a Raincover.
Before using the monitor make sure that the product is not damaged, that the protective glass is not
broken and that the connector do not have missing pins, foreign objects inside the housing.
The CineMonitorHD needs to be in a ventilated area for a proper cooling. Prolonged use in confined
environment without ventilation can damage the monitor.
Cables
The cables must be in good condition and adapted to the environment where you are working. A bad
quality or wrong-wired cable may damage this equipment or other equipment attached to it and/or
create interferences.
The video cable must be adapted for carrying HD SDI signals. Proper 75 Ωconnectors must be used.
Always check the connector before plugging a cable to your monitor.
Transvideo offers high quality cables for cameras, power supplies and other equipment. Contact
Transvideo S.A. or its local representative in case of need.
Installation
The CineMonitorHD must be securely mounted on the camera or on its location of use. Several
mounting points with ¼-20” nut are present on this equipment for a secured professional use.

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Do not use the monitor with loose fixation or damaged brackets for your own safety and that of
others working with you.
Transvideo manufactures high quality brackets and accessories for the comfort of use and security
for the equipment and user. Please contact Transvideo S.A. or its local representative in case of need
or visit http://www.hd4dp.com.
Power requirements
Only DC Voltage powers this product.
AC voltage can be used with an appropriate AC/DC converter
Recommended AC power adaptors:
CineMonitorHD6SBL Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD6eSBL Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD6X-SBL Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD8Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD8SBL Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD8eSBL Evolution Transvideo AL30
CineMonitorHD10 SB Evolution Transvideo AL63
CineMonitorHD12 SB Evolution Transvideo AL63
CineMonitorHD15 SBL Evolution Transvideo AL63
CineMonitorHD15 Studio Evolution Transvideo AL63
The input power voltage range is extremely wide from 10 to 36 V DC (except specified differently).
Power instructions
The power consumption slightly varies with the input voltage, the operating temperature and the
equipment configuration. The internal power supply is protected against reverse polarity. Over
voltage may cause severe damages to the equipment and/or to other equipment connected to it.
This product must be used in a properly grounded electrical environment. Ground defects can create
severe problems to the equipment and/or picture quality and may even cause danger for the user.
Turning power On/Off
The ON/OFF Switch is on the back side of the monitor.
The product needs a certain time to reach its nominal brightness.
This time can vary with the temperature.
In OFF position, the power consumption is null.
Galvanic insulation
For safety of use the CineMonitorHD family feature a galvanic insulation of the DC input. Do not
connect the power ground to the chassis of the monitor or to the metallic body of the power
connector in order to keep the galvanic insulation. The galvanic insulation is rated at 1000VDC. The
chassis of the monitor is connected to the video ground.

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Anton-Bauer batteries / FuelReader™
TransvideoLabs engineer’s integrated communication between the fuel computer of Logic Series
Digital batteries from Anton-Bauer and CineMonitorHD Evolution. The FuelReader™ gives to the user
a view of the remaining available percentage of the battery and the time to run.
On 6” and 8” CineMonitorHD Evolution, you need to use the battery socket from to enjoy the benefits
of the FuelReader™. On 10”, 12”, and 15” CineMonitorHD Evolution you need to order the monitor
with the Anton-Bauer Gold Mount socket.
WARNING RISK OF FIRE:
It is always recommended to remove the power source from the monitor when you do not use it
and/or when you travel. Especially if you place the monitor in a closed environment (bag, box, …).
Start-up
①Connect an appropriate power supply to the XLR4 connector or a battery if any socket is
available.
②Connect a video source (SDI, HDMI, CVBS) to the corresponding input
③Set the power switch to ON
④Select the correct input with "Inputs" key

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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Parts identification
All connectors are on the back of the monitor. Depending on the size of the monitor, the connectors
and their location may differ.
The CineMonitorHD Evolution family offers a video connector panel common to all sizes. 10" to 15"
monitors also provide a power out connector and a battery plate (more details in chapter
"SPECIFICATIONS").
Figure 1 to 2 show the backs of a 10" and a 8” CineMonitorHD Evolution.
Figure 1: CineMonitorHD10 Evolution back