Panasonic AW-PB306P User manual

Model AW- P

Before attempting to connect, operate or adjust this product, please read

these instructions completely.

Studio SDI Card

This product consists of an SD card and an interface

bracket.

FCC Note:

This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules.

To assure continued compliance follow the attached

installation 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 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.

CAUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

CAUT ON: TO REDUCE THE R SK OF ELECTR C SHOCK,

DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).

NO USER SERV CEABLE PARTS NS DE.

REFER TO SERV C NG TO QUAL F ED SERV CE PERSONNEL.

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

maintenance (service) instructions in the

literature accompanying the appliance.

This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian

CES-003.

Cet appareil numérique de la class A est conforme à

la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

For CANADA

indicates safety information.

WARNING:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS

E UIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE,

USE THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES

ONLY.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, REFER MOUNTING OF THE

OPTIONAL INTERFACE BOARD TO

UALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL.

Contents

Overview

nstalling the SD card in a convertible camera (such

as the AW-E300, AW-E600, AW-E800A) and

mounting the camera on the interface bracket makes

it possible for a viewfinder and/or inter-

communications headset to be used and thus enable

the camera to be used as a studio camera.

t is also possible to output SD signals which are

compliant with the SMPTE259M standard.

Features

OSD signal output compliant with SMPTE259M

standard (max. 200 m using a BELDEN 9231

coaxial cable)

OAn inter-communications headset can be used and

its volume adjusted

Oncludes viewfinder STANDBY/ON switch

OOutput signals (brightness and composite video

signals) to the viewfinder can be switched using the

menu settings

OZebra pattern and safety zone displays appearing

in the viewfinder can be switched using the menu

settings

Operating precautions

Important

OThis product consists of an SD card and an

interface bracket.

The EVF /F cable of the interface bracket must be

connected to the connector on the SD card before

use. f this connection is not performed, signals will

not be output from the SD card.

OWhen connecting or disconnecting a cable from any

unit, ensure that the power to that unit is turned off.

ODo not drop this product or subject it to strong

shock or vibration, as this may cause it to

malfunction.

OAvoid using the unit in very humid or dusty

locations, as this may cause it to malfunction.

OAvoid using the unit in locations where the

temperature is below freezing point or above 104°F

(40°C). Otherwise, the picture quality may

deteriorate or malfunctioning may result.

Overview . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Features . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Operating precautions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .3

Parts and their functions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

SD card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

nterface bracket . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Installing the SDI card . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .5

Interface bracket mountings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Mounting the bracket on a tripod . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Mounting the camera . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Mounting the viewfinder . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .6

Connections . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Connected components . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .7

Setting and changing of menu items . . . . . . . . . . .8

Performing the settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .8

Optional card settings submenu . . . . . . . . . . . . . .9

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .10

$SDI card $Interface bracket

1EVF I/F connector

The EVF /F cable 7from the interface bracket is

connected here.

f the EVF /F cable is not connected, signals will

not be output from the SD card.

2SDI OUT connector

SD signals are output from here.

3EVF connector

The viewfinder (such as the WV-VF65B or AW-

VF80) is connected here.

4EVF standby switch

ST.BY.

:Places the viewfinder in standby mode.

:Outputs images to the viewfinder.

5Inter-communications level control

This adjusts the sound level output to the inter-

communications headset.

6Inter-communications jack,

plug type: 1/8˝ (3.5 mm)

The inter-communications headset is connected

here.

f the plug diameter does not match, use the

adjuster plug supplied with this product.

1/4˝ 51/8˝ (6.35 mm 53.5 mm)

7EVF I/F cable

This is connected to the EVF /F connector 1on

the SD card.

Parts and their functions

EVF I/F

SDI OUT

INCOM

ST. BY ON

LEVEL

3 4 6

OPTION CARD VIDEO OUT

G/L IN

IRIS

DC12V IN

I/F REMOTE

ITEM/AWC

YES/ABC

NO/BAR

SDI OUT

EVF I/F

OPTION CARD VIDEO OUT

G/L IN

IRIS

DC12V IN

I/F REMOTE

ITEM/AWC

YES/ABC

NO/BAR

Installing the SDI card

Before installing the SDI card:

ORelease the static carried in the body of the person

to perform the installation.

nstallation can be performed more safely if an anti-

static wrist strap is worn.

Touching the card without first releasing this static

may cause malfunctioning.

ODo not allow the metal part of the card come in

contact with any other metal parts.

Turn the power to the camera off and remove any

cables which are connected to the power

connector or other connectors.

Loosen the 4 screws on the rear panel of the

camera, then remove the panel itself.

Loosen the 2 screws on the optional card slot

cover, then remove the cover.

Align the SD card with the guides and insert it.

Ensure the card is fully inserted.

Firmly tighten the 2 screws to the optional card

slot.

f the screws are misplaced, use the extra screws

supplied with this product. (6 mm in length)

Firmly secure the rear panel with the 4 screws.

f the screws are misplaced, use the extra screws

supplied with this product. (8 mm in length)

Always ask your local dealer to install

the SDI card.

Rear panel

Optional card slot cover

SDI card

Screws (6 mm)

Screws (8 mm)

CAUTION:

These servicing instructions are for use by

qualified service personnel only. To reduce the

risk of fire or electric shock do not perform any

servicing other than that contained in the

operating instructions unless you are qualified

to do so.

Interface bracket mountings

Mount the camera (in which the SD card has been

installed) on the interface bracket.

Fasten the fixing knob to firmly secure the camera.

Connect the EVF /F cable from the interface

bracket to the EVF /F connector on the SD card.

Attach the mounting base (supplied with the

viewfinder) to the top section of interface bracket

using the 2 screws.

Slide the viewfinder onto the mounting base and

tighten the fixing knob to secure it firmly.

Connect the viewfinder cable to the EVF connector

on the interface bracket.

Mount the interface bracket on the tripod.

(Screw: 1/4 – 20 UNC)

$Mounting the camera

Mounting the viewfinder on a bracket

$Mounting the bracket on a tripod

Fixing knob

Mounting base

Fixing knob

INCOM

ST. BY ON

LEVEL

OPTION CARD

EVF I/F

VIDEO OUT

G/L IN

IRIS

DC12V IN

I/F REMOTE

SDI OUT

ITEM/AWC

YES/ABC

NO/BAR

Connections

$Connected components

Convertible camera:

AW-E300, AW-E600, AW-E800A, etc.

Viewfinder:

WV-VF65B, AW-VF80, etc.

Remote control unit (RCU):

WV-RC700A, WV-RC550, etc.

Inter-communications headset

Video monitor

SDI monitor

OUse the RCU cable (AW-CA50A26) to connect the

remote control unit to the convertible camera.

Power to the camera is supplied from the remote

control unit.

Inter-communications headset

Convertible camera:

AW-E300, AW-E600, AW-E800A, etc.

Viewfinder:

WV-VF65B, AW-VF80, etc.

Remote control unit (RCU):

WV-RC700A, WV-RC550, etc. RCU cable:

AW-CA50A26

Coaxial cable:

BELDEN 9231 (max. 200 m)

Coaxial cable

Composite signals

SDI output

Video monitor

SDI monitor

¢¢Halogen Mode Set¢¢

Brightness Set

Color Set

G/L. Color Bar Set

Sharpness Set

Other Set

Option Card Set

Initialize Data

End

OMain menu for halogen light mode, fluorescent light mode

and outdoor mode

OMain menu for user mode

The mode selected is displayed here.

To return to filming mode

(This is displayed when the convertible camera is used to

perform the settings.)

Camera settings to match the system configuration

and filming conditions can be made using the menu

screens.

See the convertible camera operating instructions for

more information on the settings.

PAGE TEM UP DOWN

COARSE F NE

SC PHASE

270°

180°90°

0°

H.PHASE

USER SET

OFFENC

VF ON

ORemote control unit (WV-RC700A)

OConvertible camera

OPTION CARD

EVF I/F

VIDEO OUT

G/L IN

IRIS

DC12V IN

I/F REMOTE

SDI OUT

ITEM/AWC

YES/ABC

NO/BAR

MENU button

ITEM/AWC button

YES/ABC button

NO/BAR button

DOWN button

UP buttonITEM button

PAGE button

USER SET switch

PAGE TEM

SET UP

UP DOWN

OFF

ORemote control unit (WV-RC550)

DOWN button

UP button

PAGE button

ITEM button

SET UP switch

Setting and changing of menu items

$Performing the settings

Display the main menu.

When performing the settings with the

convertible camera:

Press the MENU button continuously for at least

5 seconds.

When performing the settings with the remote

control unit:

OWV-RC700A:

Set the USER SET switch to “ON.”

OWV-RC550:

Set the SET UP switch to “1” or “2.”

Select “Option Card Set” to display the submenu.

When performing the settings with the

convertible camera:

Press the MENU or TEM/AWC button to move

the flashing to the setting item, then press the

YES/ABC button to display the submenu.

When performing the settings with the remote

control unit:

Press the PAGE or TEM button to move the

flashing to the setting item, then press the UP

button to display the submenu.

Select the setting item and change the setting.

When performing the settings with the

convertible camera:

Press the MENU or TEM/AWC button to move

the flashing to the desired setting item, then

press the YES/ABC or NO/BAR button to

change the setting.

When performing the settings with the remote

control unit:

Press the PAGE or TEM button to move the

flashing to the desired setting item, then press

the UP or DOWN button to change the setting.

¢¢User Mode Set¢¢

Iris, Shutter, Gain Set

Color Set

G/L. Color Bar Set

Detail Set Detail Set2

Color Matrix Set

Other Set

Option Card Set

Initialize Data

End

¢¢Option Card Set¢¢

Zebra Indicator ON

Zebra Level 70%

Zebra 2 Level 85%

Safety Zone

EVF Output Y

End

Setting and changing of menu items

$Optional card settings submenu

Return to filming mode.

When performing the settings with the

convertible camera:

Press the MENU or TEM/AWC button and

select “End” on the main menu, then press the

YES/ABC button.

When performing the settings with the remote

control unit:

OWV-RC700A:

Set the USER SET switch to “OFF.”

OWV-RC550:

Set the SET UP switch to “OFF.”

After being returned to filming mode, the

convertible camera will operate as per the changed

settings.

1Zebra Indicator

This sets the Zebra pattern display which appears

in the viewfinder.

:Zebra patterns are displayed in the

viewfinder.

OFF

:Zebra patterns are not displayed in the

viewfinder.

<Note>

Even if ON is selected for this setting, the zebra

patterns will not be displayed in the viewfinder if

“CVBS” has been selected as the EVF Output 4

setting.

2Zebra 1 Level (70% to 109%)

Zebra 2 Level (71% to 110%)

Two types of zebra patterns are displayed to use as

a yardstick for the brightness level.

The striped zebra pattern display of Zebra 2 Level

is more dense than that of Zebra 1 Level.

<Notes>

OThese settings are available when “ON” has

been selected for the Zebra ndicator 1setting.

OThe setting for Zebra 2 Level should be set at

least 1% higher than that for Zebra 1 Level.

3Safety Zone

This selects the type of safety zone that is

displayed in the viewfinder.

f “OFF” is selected, a safety zone will not be

displayed.

<Note>

The safety zone and the center marker reflect the

electrical positions which may differ from the optical

positions.

The inner frame and the outer frame are

approximately 90% and 95%, respectively, of the

safety zone.

4EVF Output

This sets the signals to be output to the viewfinder.

:Brightness signals are output to the

viewfinder.

CVBS

:Color signals are output to the viewfinder.

<Note>

The zebra pattern is not displayed in the viewfinder

when “CVBS” has been selected.

1 2

Specifications

Power requirements:

DC 12V (supplied from convertible camera)

Power consumption:

15.6 W

Allowable operating temperature:

32°F to 104°F (0°C to 40°C)

Allowable operating humidity:

30% to 90% (without condensation)

Dimensions (WaHaD):

SDI card

7/8˝a2 13/16˝a4 3/8˝ (21.5a70a111 mm)

Interface bracket

7 1/2˝a7 1/4˝a6 3/4˝ (190a183a171 mm)

Weight:

SDI card

0.242 lb (0.11 kg)

Interface bracket

2.112 lb (0.96 kg)

I/O connectors:

SDI card

SD OUT connector:

BNC; compliant with SMPTE259M standard

EVF /F connector:

12-pin; round

Interface bracket

EVF connector:

12-pin; round; composite signals/brightness

signals; 1.0 V [P-P]

nter-communications jack:

plug type: 1/8˝ (3.5 mm)

Switch/control functions:

Interface bracket

EVF standby switch (STANDBY/ON)

nter-communications level control

Menu screens

Zebra ndicator (ON/OFF)

Zebra 1 Level (70% to 109%)

Zebra 2 Level (71% to 110%)

Safety Zone (1/2/3/4/5/OFF)

EVF Output (Y/CVBS)

$Accessories

Adjuster plug

1/4˝ 51/8˝ (6.35 mm 53.5 mm) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .1

Screws (6 mm in length) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .2

Screws (8 mm in length) . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .4

Weight and dimensions indicated are approximate.

Specifications are subject to change without notice.

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