Panasonic AWE300S - SEPERATE CAMERA User manual

Convertible Camera

AW-E300AP

Before attempting to connect or operate this product,

please read these instructions completely.

(Lens : Optional accessory)

This lass A digital apparatus complies with anadian

I ES-003.

et appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la

norme NMB-003 du anada.

WARNING:

TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHO K HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS APPLIAN E TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.

The lightning flash with arrowhead sym-

bol, within an equilateral triangle, is

intended to alert the user to the pres-

ence 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 equilat-

eral triangle is intended to alert the user

to the presence of important operating

and maintenance (servicing) instructions

in the literature accompanying the appli-

ance.

The information marking of this product may be found on the

bottom of the unit.

The serial number of this product may be found on the bot-

tom of the unit.

You should note the serial number of this unit in the space

provided and retain this book as a permanent record of your

purchase to aid identification in the event of theft.

Model No. AW-E300A

Serial No.

AUTION:

TO REDU E THE RISK OF ELE TRI SHO K, DO

NOT REMOVE OVER (OR BA K). NO USER SER-

VI EABLE PARTS INSIDE.

REFER SERVI ING TO QUALIFIED SERVI E PER-

SONNEL.

AUTION

RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK

DO NOT OPEN

SA 1965

SA 1966

For ANADA

NOTE: This equipment has been tested and found to com-

ply with the limits for a lass A digital device, pursuant to

part 15 of the F Rules. These limits are designed to pro-

vide reasonable protection against harmful interference

when the equipment is operated in a commercial environ-

ment. 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 cor-

rect the interference at his own expense.

For U.S.A

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CONTENTS

PR FAC ................................................................................................................................................................................ 2

F ATUR S .............................................................................................................................................................................. 2

SP CIAL NOT S ON OP RATION ......................................................................................................................................... 3

PR CAUTIONS ....................................................................................................................................................................... 4

MAJOR OP RATING CONTROLS AND TH IR FUNCTIONS ................................................................................................. 6

MOUNTING ............................................................................................................................................................................ 10

FLANG BACK ADJUSTM NT ............................................................................................................................................... 12

IRIS GAIN CONTROL IN A L NS ........................................................................................................................................... 13

CONN CTIONS ...................................................................................................................................................................... 14

ADJUSTM NT ........................................................................................................................................................................ 20

US MOD S TTING ............................................................................................................................................................. 27

M NU IT M S TTING ............................................................................................................................................................ 29

S TTING TO INITIAL S T ....................................................................................................................................................... 46

APP ARANC ........................................................................................................................................................................ 49

SP CIFICATIONS ................................................................................................................................................................... 50

STANDARD ACC SSORI S ................................................................................................................................................... 52

OPTIONAL ACC SSORI S .................................................................................................................................................... 52

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The Panasonic AW- 300A is a digital signal processing

color video camera that incorporates three 1/3” CCDs.

A digital video signal processing system is packed in a

compact, lightweight body while assuring high picture

quality, high reliability and high performance.

System setup and adjustments can be easily performed

1. Digital video signal processing for high quality, high

reliability, high performance, lightweight and com-

pact size.

2. Resolution: 850 lines (HIGH BAND DTL: ON), S/N

ratio: 65 dB (DNR ON)

3. Minimum illumination: 1.5 lux (F1.4, Night eye

mode)

4. S T UP menu for system check and readjustments.

5. Built-in automatic controls, including ATW, LC,

and AGC

6. CCD readout is switchable between field and frame

PREFACE

FEATURES

by following the setup menu.

Connection to peripheral devices, such as a RCU, a

RCB and a lens and the camera pan/tilt unit enables a

wide variation of system configurations.

Option cards may also be installed.

modes. Vertical resolution can be stepped up in

frame mode and it is effective for shooting still

objects.

7. The built-in synchronized scanning system reduces

noise in computer graphics.

8. Various correction circuits permit video reproduc-

tion with high fidelity.

9. Chroma detail correction enables clear shots of

dark color objects.

10. A dark detail circuit provides natural edge correc-

tion to any object in a dark scene.

The suffix P is omitted from some model numbers given in these Operating Instructions (ex.: AW-E300AP →AW-E300A).

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11. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural

dynamic ranges.

12. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color

images.

13. Four use modes for each of your specific applica-

tions can be selected.

14. SMPT color bar is indicated on the monitor screen.

15. Remote control with a RCU, RCB or a Hybrid con-

trol panel.

• Turn power off before connecting or disconnecting

cables.

• Connection or disconnection of any studio cable,

RCB cable or other cable to any unit of equipment

must be performed while power is off.

• While the camera is in automatic mode;

Shooting of bright objects in LC operation mode

may result in a smeared picture unique to the CCD.

The ATW function under fluorescent illumination can

adversely change the white balance.

SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION

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DONT'S

• Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote

Control Unit (RCU) or other units. In order to pre-

vent electric shock, do not remove screws or cov-

ers. There are no user-serviceable parts inside.

• Do not abuse the camera. Avoid striking, shaking,

etc. The camera contains sensitive components

which could be damaged by improper handling or

storage.

• Do not let the lens remain uncapped when the cam-

era is not in use. If the lens is not installed, do not

leave the lens mount hole uncovered.

• Do not touch the surface of the lens or prism.

• Do not use strong of abrasive detergents when

cleaning the camera body.

• Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no matter

whether it is turned on or not.

• Do not expose the camera or Remote Control Unit

(RCU) to rain or moisture, and do not try to operate

the equipment in wet conditions. Do not operate the

camera or RCU if it becomes wet.

• Do not operate the camera or Remote Control Unit

(RCU) outdoors during a lightning storm.

• Do not use the camera in an extreme environment

where high temperatures or high humidity exist.

• Do not leave the camera and Remote Control Unit

(RCU) turned on when not in use. Do not unneces-

sarily turn the camera power on and off repeatedly.

Do not block the ventilation slots.

PRECAUTIONS

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• Take immediate action if ever the camera or RCU

should become wet. Turn the power off and have

the unit checked by an authorized service facility.

• Follow normal safety precautions to avoid personal

injury.

• Use the camera in an environment where the tem-

perature is within −10°C - +45°C (14°F - 113°F),

and the relative humidity is within 30 % - 90 %.

• Always turn the power off when the camera is not

going to be used. Operate the camera and RCU

only when there is adequate ventilation.

DO'S

• Refer any servicing to qualified service personnel.

• Handle the camera with care.

• Protect the precision made lens by placing the lens

cap over when the camera is not in use. If the lens

is not installed, protect the surface of the prism by

placing the body cap into the lens mount hole.

• Use a mild blower or lens cleaning tissue designed

for coated lenses, to clean the surface of the lens or

prism in the event that it should become dirty.

• Use a dry cloth to clean the camera if it is dirty. In

case the dirt is hard to remove, use mild detergent

and wipe gently.

• Use caution when operating the camera in the

vicinity of spot lights or bright lights, as well as light

reflecting objects and surfaces.

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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS

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3. Flange-back Adju tment Screw (FOCUS/LOCK)

When flange-back adjustment is necessary, loosen

the lock screw and turn the focus screw to adjust

the flange-back.

4. MENU Switch (MENU/ )

A menu will appear on the monitor screen when this

switch is pressed for about 5 seconds. This item

can be selected by pressing the switch while the

menu is on the screen.

5. ITEM/AWC Switch (ITEM/AWC/ )

The item just below can be selected by pressing

this switch while the menu is on the screen. When

the menu is not displayed or the camera is in shoot-

ing mode, the automatic white balance control can

be set with this switch.

6. YES/ABC Switch (YES/ABC/+)

The Sub Menu for each item of the Main Menu is

displayed when this switch is pressed while the

Main Menu is on the screen.

While the Sub Menu is displayed, any setting can

be brought up to a higher value with this switch.

When the menu is not displayed or the camera is in

shooting mode, the automatic black balance control

can be set with this switch.

–

ITEM/AW

YES/AB

NO/BAR

OPTION ARD VIDEO OUT

I/F REMOTE

G/L IN

IRIS

D 12V IN

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1. Len Mount

1/3" C mount type lens or a microscope adaptor

can be mounted.

2. Mounting Adaptor

A screw hole (1/4” - 20 UNC) adaptor for mounting

the camera on a wall, ceiling with a mounting

bracket or tripod.

➞

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Pin No. Signal Pin No. Signal

1 Return Control 7 Iris Follow

2 Not Used 8 Auto/Remote Control

3 GND 9 Not Used

4 Auto/Manual Control 10 Not Used

5 Iris Control 11 Not Used

6 Lens Power 12 Not Used

Iris Connector (IRIS)

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10. I/F Remote Connector (I/F REMOTE)

Input terminal dedicated to control signals from the

optional Remote Control Box (RCB) (WV-CB700A)

and the RCU (WV-RC700A, WV-RC550) and the

camera pan/tilt unit (AW-PH300).

* WV-CB700A is connected through the optional RCB

cable (AW-CA50T10).

* WV-RC700A/WV-RC550 is connected through the

optional RCU cable (AW-CA50A26).

* AW-PH300 is connected through the optional pan/

tilt unit cable (AW-CA50T15).

11. Power Indicator

Red L D lamp lights to indicate that the specified

DC power is supplied to the camera.

7. NO/BAR Switch (NO/BAR/−)

The item just below can be selected by pressing

this switch while the Sub Menu is on the screen.

While the Sub Menu is displayed any setting can be

brought down to a lower value with this switch.

When the menu is not displayed or the camera is in

shooting mode, the color bar and the shooting con-

ditions are alternately indicated by pressing the

switch.

8. Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT)

A composite video signal is provided at this con-

nector.

9. Iri Connector (IRIS)

Input terminal for lens with an iris control function.

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