Panasonic AK-HCU3550EA User manual

Camera Control Unit AK-HCU3550

PGM1

PGM2

OFF

MIC PGM

PUSH

INCOM

OFF

PTT

SYSPRIV

TA LLY /CALL

FAN

SHORT

OPEN

ALARM

POWER

OFF

INCOM PGM

LEVEL

3TR006199DAA

Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.

Operating Instructions

Camera Control Unit

Model No. AK-HCU3550EA

For your safety

indicates safety information.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD AND ANNOYING INTERFERENCE, USE

THE RECOMMENDED ACCESSORIES ONLY.

WARNING:

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO

RAIN OR MOISTURE.

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM

ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY IN

LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE

RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS,

AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS

ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT.

CAUTION:

• Keep the temperature inside the rack to between

0 °C to 40 °C.

• Bolt the rack securely to the floor so that it will

not topple over when the deck is drawn out.

CAUTION:

In order to maintain adequate ventilation, do not

install or place this unit in a bookcase, built-in

cabinet or any other confined space. To prevent

risk of electric shock or fire hazard due to

overheating, ensure that curtains and any other

materials do not obstruct the ventilation.

CAUTION:

THE AC RECEPTACLE (MAINS SOCKET OUTLET)

SHALL BE INSTALLED NEAR THE EQUIPMENT

AND SHALL BE EASILY ACCESSIBLE.

TO COMPLETELY DISCONNECT THIS

EQUIPMENT FROM THE AC MAINS, DISCONNECT

THE POWER CORD PLUG FROM THE AC

RECEPTACLE.

CAUTION:

TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK

HAZARD, REFER CHANGES OF SWITCH

SETTINGS INSIDE THE UNIT TO QUALIFIED

SERVICE PERSONNEL.

wDO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY

UNSCREWING.

To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove

the covers. No user serviceable parts inside.

Refer servicing to qualified service personnel.

WARNING:

wTHIS APPARATUS MUST BE EARTHED

To ensure safe operation, the three-pin plug must

be inserted only into a standard three-pin power

point which is effectively earthed through the normal

household wiring.

Extension cords used with the apparatus must

have three cores and be correctly wired to provide

connection to the earth. Wrongly wired extension

cords are a major cause of fatalities.

The fact that the apparatus operates satisfactorily

does not imply that the power point is earthed or that

the installation is completely safe. For your safety, if

you are in any doubt about the effective earthing of

the power point, please consult a qualified electrician. CAUTION:

This product uses a semiconductor laser system

and is a laser class 1 product complies with

Radiation Performance Standards, 21CFR

SUBCHAPTER J.

Use of controls or adjustments or performance

of procedures other than those specified herein

may result in hazardous radiation exposure.

Don’t make any modifications.

Don’t repair by yourself.

Refer servicing to qualified personnel.

CAUTION:

Invisible Laser radiation is emitted from the

Optical fibre connector when this product is

turned on.

Don’t look into directly into the Optical fibre

connector of this product.

Replace battery with part No. CR2450 only.

Use of another battery may present a risk of fire or

explosion.

Caution-Battery may explode if mistreated.

Do not recharge, disassemble or dispose of in fire.

A warning that an apparatus with CLASS I construction

shall be connected to a MAINS socket outlet with a

protective earthing connection.

For your safety

indicates safety information.

Caution for AC Mains Lead

FOR YOUR SAFETY PLEASE READ THE FOLLOWING TEXT CAREFULLY.

This product is equipped with 2 types of AC mains cable. One is for continental Europe, etc. and the other one is only for

U.K.

Appropriate mains cable must be used in each local area, since the other type of mains cable is not suitable.

FOR CONTINENTAL EUROPE, ETC.

Not to be used in the U.K.

FOR U.K. ONLY

This appliance is supplied with a moulded three pin mains

plug for your safety and convenience.

A 13 amp fuse is fitted in this plug.

Should the fuse need to be replaced please ensure that

the replacement fuse has a rating of 13 amps and that it

is approved by ASTA or BSI to BS1362.

Check for the ASTA mark ¨or the BSI mark ©on the

body of the fuse.

If the plug contains a removable fuse cover you must

ensure that it is refitted when the fuse is replaced.

If you lose the fuse cover the plug must not be used until

a replacement cover is obtained.

A replacement fuse cover can be purchased from your

local Panasonic Dealer.

IF THE FITTED MOULDED PLUG IS UNSUITABLE FOR

THE SOCKET OUTLET IN YOUR HOME THEN THE

FUSE SHOULD BE REMOVED AND THE PLUG CUT

OFF AND DISPOSED OF SAFELY.

THERE IS A DANGER OF SEVERE ELECTRICAL

SHOCK IF THE CUT OFF PLUG IS INSERTED INTO

ANY 13 AMP SOCKET.

If a new plug is to be fitted please observe the wiring

code as shown below.

If in any doubt please consult a qualified electrician.

WARNING: This apparatus must be earthed.

IMPORTANT

The wires in this mains lead are coloured in accordance

with the following code.

Green-and-Yellow: Earth

Blue: Neutral

Brown: Live

As the colours of the wire in the mains lead of this

appliance may not correspond with the coloured markings

identifying the terminals in your plug, proceed as follows.

• The wire which is coloured green-and-yellow must be

connected to the terminal in the plug which is marked

with the letter Eor by the earth symbol ªor coloured

green or green-and-yellow.

• The wire which is coloured blue must be connected to

the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter N

or coloured black.

• The wire which is coloured brown must be connected to

the terminal in the plug which is marked with the letter L

or coloured red.

How to replace the fuse

1.Open the fuse compartment with a screwdriver.

2.Replace the fuse.

Fuse

Information for Users on Collection and Disposal of Old Equipment and used Batteries

These symbols on the products, packaging, and/or accompanying documents mean that used electrical and electronic

products and batteries should not be mixed with general household waste.

For proper treatment, recovery and recycling of old products and used batteries, please take them to applicable

collection points, in accordance with your national legislation and the Directives 2002/96/EC and 2006/66/EC.

By disposing of these products and batteries correctly, you will help to save valuable resources and prevent any

potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste

handling.

For more information about collection and recycling of old products and batteries, please contact your local

municipality, your waste disposal service or the point of sale where you purchased the items.

Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation.

For business users in the European Union

If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information.

[Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union]

These symbols are only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard these items, please contact your local

authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal.

Note for the battery symbol (bottom two symbol examples):

This symbol might be used in combination with a chemical symbol. In this case it complies with the requirement set by

the Directive for the chemical involved.

Contents

Overview ............................................................................ 5

Accessories ...................................................................... 5

Features ............................................................................. 5

Precautions for use .......................................................... 6

1. Parts and their functions ............................................ 7

2. Component system configuration ........................... 11

3. Equipment connections ........................................... 13

4. Picture monitor (PM) displays ................................. 14

5. Web settings .............................................................. 22

6. Settings selected from the unit ............................... 47

7. Menu operations ....................................................... 48

8. Setting of menu items .............................................. 51

9. Table of adjustment setting ranges.......................... 66

10. Connector pin assignment ....................................... 71

11. Appearance ............................................................... 74

12. Specifications ........................................................... 75

Overview

This camera control unit (CCU) is designed to be used with

the AK-HC3500 multi-format camera (Sold separately).

It is used by connecting it to a multi-format camera

(AK-HC3500) by means of an optical fibre multi cable.

When the unit’s power is turned on, power is supplied to the

camera. (This setting can be changed.)

Using the unit, it is possible to input and output the video

signals of various formats.

The unit supports HD/SD-SDI outputs, SD analogue

composite outputs, HD/SD-SDI return inputs and prompter

inputs.

Intercom calls with the camera and microphone audio output

are provided.

The unit also comes with tally and other system interface

inputs.

A remote operation panel

(ROP: AK-HRP931 or AK-HRP935,

sold separately)

or master setup unit (MSU: AK-MSU935,

sold separately) can be connected using a multi-cable, and

the adjustments and settings of the camera and the unit can

be controlled using a remote controller.

Accessories

Operating instructions (what you are reading) .............. 1

Power cable .................................................................. 2

Terminating resistance (75 j) ........................................ 1

Features

HD and SD format simultaneous operation enabled

pAs a standard feature, the unit incorporates not only HD

video signal outputs but SD video signal outputs (SDI and

analogue composite).

Width equivalent to a half-rack unit

pIf the shelf and other parts are installed separately when

the unit is to be housed in a rack, two units whose width

would be equivalent to 3U rack units can be installed side

by side so that the rack space can be utilized fully.

In addition, the units can easily be removed from the rack

and deployed elsewhere.

Bar ID display

pCharacters can be displayed on the colour bar signals so

as to identify the output source of the images, and then

output.

Prompter

pTwo prompter inputs are provided as a standard feature.

(One input when dual sync is used)

Utility power supply

pThe utility power supply enables high levels of power to be

supplied with the use of an optical fibre multi cable.

A maximum of 100 VA of power can be obtained from

the AC outlet of the buildup unit. (The amount of power

supplied depends on the length of the connected cable.)

Data trunk function

pTwo RS-422 and two RS-232C circuits are provided as a

standard feature.

They obviate the need for the cables used with virtual

control, pan-tilt head and lens control, etc.

DC power drive

pThe unit can also be driven using a DC power supply

(DC 12 V).

(When the camera is driven by a DC power supply)

Precautions for use

pHandle carefully.

Do not drop the product, or subject it to strong shock or

vibration.

This is important to prevent trouble.

pAvoid using the unit outdoors.

pUse the product in an ambient temperature of 0 °C to

+40 °C.

Avoid using the product at a cold place below 0 °C or at

a hot place above +40 °C because extremely low or high

temperature will adversely affect the parts inside.

pPower off before connecting or disconnecting cables.

Before plugging or unplugging the cables, be sure to

switch power off.

pAvoid humidity and dust.

Avoid using the product at a humid, dusty place because

much humidity and dust will cause damage to the parts

inside.

pMaintenance

Wipe the product using a dry cloth.

To remove stubborn dirt, dip a cloth into a diluted solution

of kitchen detergent (neutral detergent), wring it out well,

and wipe the product gently.

Avoid using benzine, paint thinners and other volatile

fluids.

Caution

pConcerning the optical fibre connector

The transmission and reception condition of the optical

signals will deteriorate when the optical fibre connector

has become dirty so be sure to clean the connector.

pConcerning the consumable parts

Cooling fan:

This is a consumable part.

As a general rule, replace it every 5 years or so (when

the unit has been operated for 15 hours a day).

Power supply unit:

This is a consumable part.

As a general rule, replace it every 5 years or so (when

the unit has been operated for 15 hours a day).

The period when the consumable parts need to be

replaced will differ depending on the operating conditions.

When the time comes to replace one of these parts,

be absolutely sure to ask your dealer to do the job.

pDisposal of the unit

When the unit has reached the end of its service life and

is to be disposed of, ask a qualified contractor to dispose

of the unit properly in order to protect the environment.

pBatteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat

such as sunshine, fire or the like.

1. Parts and their functions

wFront panel

Camera Control Unit AK-HCU3550

PGM1

PGM2

OFF

MIC PGM INCOM

PUSH

INCOM PGM

LEVEL

OFF

PTT

SYS PRIV

TALLY/CALL

FAN

SHORT

OPEN

ALARM

POWER

OFF

250V 2A

FUSE

CAMERA

MENU SEL/SET

OFF

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Inside the front panel

Power switch [POWER]

This is the unit’s power switch.

Move it to the ON position when turning on the power.

It functions as a circuit breaker to protect the unit from

overcurrents.

When this function is tripped, the switch is set to the OFF

position.

Power indicator [POWER ON]

This lights when the power switch is set to ON and

power is supplied to the unit.

Camera cable open alarm indicator

[ALARM OPEN]

This lights when the unit and camera are not connected

by the optical fibre multi cable.

Camera cable short-circuit alarm indicator

[ALARM SHORT]

This lights when the cable connecting the unit and

camera has been short-circuited.

Fan alarm indicator [ALARM FAN]

This lights when the unit’s cooling fan stops running.

Tally indicator/CALL switch [TALLY/CALL]

This functions both as the CALL switch, which is pressed

when calling the camera side, and the tally indicator.

The indicator remains lit when tally signals (R) are input.

While the CALL switch is pressed on the camera, ROP,

MSU or CCU, it lights up when no tally signals are input,

and it goes off when tally signals are input.

1. Parts and their functions

Intercom connection selector switch

[SYS, PRIV]

This is used to select the party to be called using the

intercom.

SYS: At this position, the intercom at the system side

and camera side are called.

PRIV: Set to this position for making private calls

between the unit and camera side.

Intercom mic selector switch

[MIC ON, OFF, PTT]

ON: The intercom microphone is turned on.

OFF: The intercom microphone is turned off.

PTT: The intercom microphone is turned on only while

the switch is held down.

PGM mix selector switch

[PGM PGM1, OFF, PGM2]

This is used to select the PGM sound to be mixed with

the intercom sound.

PGM1: The sound of PGM1 is mixed with the intercom

sound.

OFF: The volume of the PGM sound to be mixed with

the intercom sound is set to OFF.

PGM2: The sound of PGM2 is mixed with the intercom

sound.

Intercom volume control [LEVEL INCOM]

This is used to adjust the volume level of the sound heard

through the intercom.

PGM volume control [LEVEL PGM]

This is used to adjust the volume level of the PGM sound

to be mixed with the intercom sound.

Intercom jack [INCOM]

When this is connected to intercom line 1, calls can be

made with intercom line 1 of the camera.

Calls can even be made when the camera’s power is

OFF.

Menu switch [MENU ON, OFF]

ON: The menu screen is displayed.

OFF: The menu screen is cleared.

Jog dial [SEL/SET]

This is used for the menu screen operations.

When it is turned clockwise, the cursor moves downward;

conversely, it is turned counterclockwise, the cursor

moves upward.

Press the jog dial to select the menu items.

Fuse holder [FUSE CAMERA]

This holds the fuse for the power that is supplied to the

camera.

Ask your dealer to replace the fuse when it has blown.

1. Parts and their functions

wRear panel

COMMUNICATION WFM CONT / AUX

12V IN

TRUNK

~IN

BREAKER

SIGNAL

GND

RET4

RET3

HD/SD SDI IN HD/SD SDI OUT

RET1 RET2 1234/PM

REF2

ANA COMPOSITE OUT WFM OUT PROMPT IN 1

REF1

PROMPT IN 2 SYNC OUT

12/PM

220V

50/60Hz 1.2A

12V

1.0A

CAMERA MIC1 MIC2

ROP MSU

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HD/SD digital video output connectors

[HD/SD SDI OUT 1, 2, 3, 4/PM]

These are the connectors (BNC) from which are output

the SDI signals in the HDTV and SDTV formats.

The HD/SD output mode can be selected using a menu

item setting.

Whether the HD SDI signals output from connector

[4/PM] are to be used for the main line or for the picture

monitor can be selected either using a menu item setting

or by exercising control using the remote controller.

(For details, refer to the “Setting 1” on page 28.)

HD/SD digital return video input connectors

[HD/SD SDI IN RET1, RET2, RET3, RET4]

These are the connectors (BNC) to which are input the

SDI signals used for the return images in the HDTV and

SDTV formats.

The HD/SD input mode can be selected using a menu

item setting.

(For details, refer to the “Setting 1” on page 27.)

SD analogue composite video output

connectors [ANA COMPOSITE OUT 1, 2/PM]

These are the connectors (BNC) from which are output

the analogue composite signals in the SDTV format.

Whether the signals output from connector [2/PM] are to

be used for the main line or for the picture monitor can be

selected either using a menu item setting.

(For details, refer to the “Setting 1” on page 28.)

SD analogue waveform monitor video output

connector [WFM OUT]

This is the connector (BNC) from which are output

the analogue composite signals for the SDTV format

waveform monitor.

Prompter input 1 connector [PROMPT IN1]

This is the connector (BNC) from which are output

the analogue composite signals for the SDTV format

prompter.

1. Parts and their functions

Reference input 1/loop-through output

connectors [REF1]

These are the reference signal input connectors (BNC).

Black burst (BB) signals and tri-level sync signals can

be input, and the type of signals input is recognized

automatically.

While the dual sync mode is established, input the

BB signals.

When the loop-through output is not going to be used,

terminate the connector using the supplied terminating

resisitance (75 j).

Prompter input 2/reference input 2 connector

[PROMPT IN2, REF2]

This is the connector (BNC) from which are output

the analogue composite signals for the SDTV format

prompter.

The input of the reference signal to this connector is not

supported at the present time.

Analogue sync output connector [SYNC OUT]

This is the camera’s HDTV/SDTV analogue sync signal

output connector (BNC).

Switching between the HD and SD formats is possible

using a menu item setting.

(For details, refer to the “Setting 1” on page 28.)

With the HD format, the signals are output at a ±0.3 V [p-p]

(75 jtermination) level; with the SD format, they are

output at a 1 V [p-p] (75 jtermination) level.

Mic 1, 2 output connectors [MIC1, 2]

These are the camera’s mic 1 and 2 analogue signal

output connectors.

The mic level is 0 dBm/600 j.

Optical fibre connector [CAMERA]

The optical fibre camera cable is connected here.

ROP connector [ROP]

The remote operation panel (ROP, sold separately) is

connected here.

MSU connector [MSU]

The master setup unit (MSU, sold separately) is

connected here.

!Intercom/tally connector [COMMUNICATION]

This is used to connect the intercom signals and tally

signals to the external system.

"Waveform monitor control/AUX connector

[WFM CONT/AUX]

This is used to control the waveform monitor and external

system (down-conversion system, alarm output, tally

output).

#Data trunk connector [TRUNK]

This enables two sets of the camera’s trunk data (RS-422

or RS-232C) to be sent or received.

LAN connector for use with PC connections [PC]

This LAN connector (RJ45) is used to connect a personal

computer when the Web setting is to be established.

A 10Base-T or 100Base-TX crossover cable is used to

connect the personal computer.

%DC 12 V input connector [12V IN]

This is the DC power (DC 12 V) input connector.

Use a power supply whose output is 12 V (±10 %) and

3 A or more.

&Circuit breaker [BREAKER]

This circuit breaker protects the unit from DC power

supply overcurrents.

When its function has been tripped and its button has

popped out, first set the unit’s power switch to OFF.

After removing the factor that caused the circuit breaker

to be tripped, push the button back in, and then set the

unit’s power switch to ON.

AC power socket [ IN]

The AC power is supplied to the unit through this socket.

Connect the power cable provided, and use a 3-pin outlet

to ground the unit properly.

Input voltage: AC 220 V to 240 V, 50/60 Hz

(Grounding terminal [SIGNAL GND]

Connect this to the system ground.

)Cooling fan

This is used to cool the unit.

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