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Convertible Camera AW-E300AP (Lens : Optional accessory) Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely.
Convertible Camera AW-E300AP (Lens : Optional accessory) Before attempting to connect or operate this product, please read these instructions completely.
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... in a compact, lightweight body while assuring high picture quality, high reliability and high performance. CCD readout is a digital signal processing color video camera that incorporates three 1/3" CCDs. The suffix P is omitted from some model numbers given in frame mode and it is packed in ... to peripheral devices, such as a RCU, a RCB and a lens and the camera pan/tilt unit enables a wide variation of dark color objects. 10. System setup and adjustments can be installed. PREFACE The Panasonic AW-E300A is switchable between field and frame by following the setup menu.
... in a compact, lightweight body while assuring high picture quality, high reliability and high performance. CCD readout is a digital signal processing color video camera that incorporates three 1/3" CCDs. The suffix P is omitted from some model numbers given in frame mode and it is packed in ... to peripheral devices, such as a RCU, a RCB and a lens and the camera pan/tilt unit enables a wide variation of dark color objects. 10. System setup and adjustments can be installed. PREFACE The Panasonic AW-E300A is switchable between field and frame by following the setup menu.
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... white balance. -3- The ATW function under fluorescent illumination can be performed while power is off. • While the camera is indicated on the monitor screen. 15. SMPTE color bar is in a smeared picture unique to any unit of any studio cable, RCB cable or other cable to the... CCD. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color images. 13. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural dynamic ranges. 12. Shooting of bright objects in ELC operation mode may result ...
... white balance. -3- The ATW function under fluorescent illumination can be performed while power is off. • While the camera is indicated on the monitor screen. 15. SMPTE color bar is in a smeared picture unique to any unit of any studio cable, RCB cable or other cable to the... CCD. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color images. 13. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural dynamic ranges. 12. Shooting of bright objects in ELC operation mode may result ...
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... which could be damaged by improper handling or storage. • Do not let the lens remain uncapped when the camera is turned on or not. • Do not expose the camera or Remote Control Unit (RCU) to rain or moisture, and do not try to prevent electric shock, do not...• Do not use strong of abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body. • Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no user-serviceable parts inside. • Do not abuse the camera. PRECAUTIONS DONT'S • Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other units. There are no...
... which could be damaged by improper handling or storage. • Do not let the lens remain uncapped when the camera is turned on or not. • Do not expose the camera or Remote Control Unit (RCU) to rain or moisture, and do not try to prevent electric shock, do not...• Do not use strong of abrasive detergents when cleaning the camera body. • Do not aim the camera toward the sun, no user-serviceable parts inside. • Do not abuse the camera. PRECAUTIONS DONT'S • Do not attempt to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other units. There are no...
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...the dirt is hard to remove, use . 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 mild detergent and wipe gently. • Use caution when operating the... camera in the vicinity of the lens or prism in an environment where the temperature is within −10°C - +...
...the dirt is hard to remove, use . 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 mild detergent and wipe gently. • Use caution when operating the... camera in the vicinity of the lens or prism in an environment where the temperature is within −10°C - +...
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MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 87A00001 SER NO FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - -6-
MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 87A00001 SER NO FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - -6-
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... in shooting mode, the automatic white balance control can be set with a mounting bracket or tripod. © 3. When the menu is not displayed or the camera is displayed, any setting can be brought up to adjust the flange-back. 4. This item can be selected by pressing this switch. While the Sub... Sub Menu for each item of the Main Menu is displayed when this switch is pressed while the Main Menu is pressed for mounting the camera on the screen. 5.
... in shooting mode, the automatic white balance control can be set with a mounting bracket or tripod. © 3. When the menu is not displayed or the camera is displayed, any setting can be brought up to adjust the flange-back. 4. This item can be selected by pressing this switch. While the Sub... Sub Menu for each item of the Main Menu is displayed when this switch is pressed while the Main Menu is pressed for mounting the camera on the screen. 5.
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...connected through the optional pan/ tilt unit cable (AW-CA50T15). 11. 7. Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT) A composite video signal is in shooting mode, the color bar and the shooting conditions are alternately indicated by pressing this switch. Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Signal Return Control Not Used GND Auto/Manual ... is supplied 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...
...connected through the optional pan/ tilt unit cable (AW-CA50T15). 11. 7. Video Output Connector (VIDEO OUT) A composite video signal is in shooting mode, the color bar and the shooting conditions are alternately indicated by pressing this switch. Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Signal Return Control Not Used GND Auto/Manual ... is supplied 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...
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G/L Input Connector (G/L IN) Signals synchronized with the reference signal BB. 15. For details, refer to be synchronized with the reference signal are to be supplied to this connector when the camera is supplied through the optional DC power supply cable (AW-CA4T1). 13. Optional Card Slot Slot for optional cards. -9- Cable Clamp Clamp the DC Power Supply Cable (AW-CA4T1) connected to the DC 12 V Input Connector to prevent it from slipping out. 14. DC 12 V Input Connector (DC 12V IN) 12 V DC is to the manual for inserting an optional card. 12.
G/L Input Connector (G/L IN) Signals synchronized with the reference signal BB. 15. For details, refer to be synchronized with the reference signal are to be supplied to this connector when the camera is supplied through the optional DC power supply cable (AW-CA4T1). 13. Optional Card Slot Slot for optional cards. -9- Cable Clamp Clamp the DC Power Supply Cable (AW-CA4T1) connected to the DC 12 V Input Connector to prevent it from slipping out. 14. DC 12 V Input Connector (DC 12V IN) 12 V DC is to the manual for inserting an optional card. 12.
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...lens can be a danger of damage to hold the lens securely. Connect the camera cable to the IRIS connector on the type of the camera. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I /F Connector of Camera Pan/tilt Unit Camera Cable • Refer also to the manual for the lens because the mounting ...procedures may be mounted on the camera. • There may differ depending on it. DC12V...
...lens can be a danger of damage to hold the lens securely. Connect the camera cable to the IRIS connector on the type of the camera. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I /F Connector of Camera Pan/tilt Unit Camera Cable • Refer also to the manual for the lens because the mounting ...procedures may be mounted on the camera. • There may differ depending on it. DC12V...
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... safely bear the total weight of the camera, lens, connection cables, etc., fix the camera firmly in position. When changing the camera mounting adapter, use a screwdriver or similar tool to prevent the camera from falling or coming off OWhen attaching a camera to the pan/tilt head (AWPH300A),... the mounting adaptor to help ensure the camera does not fall. Fix the camera mounting base, pan/tilt unit, and tripod securely in the screw hole (1/4-20UNC) of the camera. Mounting adaptor Camera Mounting Bracket (WV-831) 2. In addition, link the camera to the pan/tilt head using the ...
... safely bear the total weight of the camera, lens, connection cables, etc., fix the camera firmly in position. When changing the camera mounting adapter, use a screwdriver or similar tool to prevent the camera from falling or coming off OWhen attaching a camera to the pan/tilt head (AWPH300A),... the mounting adaptor to help ensure the camera does not fall. Fix the camera mounting base, pan/tilt unit, and tripod securely in the screw hole (1/4-20UNC) of the camera. Mounting adaptor Camera Mounting Bracket (WV-831) 2. In addition, link the camera to the pan/tilt head using the ...
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... LOCK Screw FOCUS Screw FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT 1. Aim the camera at any object over 2 meters away from the camera's Flange-back Adjustment Screws. 3. Tighten the lock screw upon completion of focusing. 8. FOCUS Ring 3.3 4 57 1 1.2 1.5 2 -12- 5.5 10 FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - Loosen the flange back lock screw. 4. Set... the lens to its TELE end first and adjust its focus with the focus ring. 6. Remove the cap from the camera. 5. Set the lens to its widest angle next and adjust its focus with the focus screw. 7. Adjust the focus ring and ...
... LOCK Screw FOCUS Screw FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT 1. Aim the camera at any object over 2 meters away from the camera's Flange-back Adjustment Screws. 3. Tighten the lock screw upon completion of focusing. 8. FOCUS Ring 3.3 4 57 1 1.2 1.5 2 -12- 5.5 10 FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - Loosen the flange back lock screw. 4. Set... the lens to its TELE end first and adjust its focus with the focus ring. 6. Remove the cap from the camera. 5. Set the lens to its widest angle next and adjust its focus with the focus screw. 7. Adjust the focus ring and ...
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... Power supply Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - s CONNECTION OF DEVICE WITH A COMPOSITE INPUT CONNECTOR • Connection to the camera must be made through the VIDEO OUT Connector. • Power supply to any servicing to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. 2. Refer any device which...
... Power supply Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - s CONNECTION OF DEVICE WITH A COMPOSITE INPUT CONNECTOR • Connection to the camera must be made through the VIDEO OUT Connector. • Power supply to any servicing to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. 2. Refer any device which...
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... /C OUTPUT VIDEO 1 S-VIDEO TALLY & INCOM AUTO AUTO 75Њ/Hi-Z 75Њ/Hi-Z G/Y/Y VIDEO 2 OUT AUDIO OUT B/PB /B SYNC SEE MANUAL CAMERA (MULTI) CABLE SELECT MULTI OVP MPX MPX TALLY TALK 14 23 INCOM RECEIVE CONTROL 250V 1.25A FUSE Set to MULTI (in case of the RCU... MULTI -15- Set the cable selection switch of using the WV-RC700A) 3. Connect the 50-pin connector of the camera. 4. Notes: • The maximum extension distance between the camera and WVRC500 is 100 m. • Use the following options for cable extension. Studio Cable WV-CA26U15 (15 m/50 ...
... /C OUTPUT VIDEO 1 S-VIDEO TALLY & INCOM AUTO AUTO 75Њ/Hi-Z 75Њ/Hi-Z G/Y/Y VIDEO 2 OUT AUDIO OUT B/PB /B SYNC SEE MANUAL CAMERA (MULTI) CABLE SELECT MULTI OVP MPX MPX TALLY TALK 14 23 INCOM RECEIVE CONTROL 250V 1.25A FUSE Set to MULTI (in case of the RCU... MULTI -15- Set the cable selection switch of using the WV-RC700A) 3. Connect the 50-pin connector of the camera. 4. Notes: • The maximum extension distance between the camera and WVRC500 is 100 m. • Use the following options for cable extension. Studio Cable WV-CA26U15 (15 m/50 ...
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... DC Power Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I ON POWER FUSE FUSE(POWER) FUSE Cautions 1. Notes: • The monitor output signals of the camera. It is recommended that the signals from the RCB. To prevent fire or shock, the UL listed wire VW-1, style 1007 should be used for... Input Connector. The 10-pin connector must be connected with cable length. s CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROL BOX (RCB) The RCB (WV-CB700A) and the camera must be connected to the RCB. Turn RCB power off before connecting cables. 2. DC12V IN 3. Connect this to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. ...
... DC Power Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I ON POWER FUSE FUSE(POWER) FUSE Cautions 1. Notes: • The monitor output signals of the camera. It is recommended that the signals from the RCB. To prevent fire or shock, the UL listed wire VW-1, style 1007 should be used for... Input Connector. The 10-pin connector must be connected with cable length. s CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROL BOX (RCB) The RCB (WV-CB700A) and the camera must be connected to the RCB. Turn RCB power off before connecting cables. 2. DC12V IN 3. Connect this to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. ...
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...the pan/tilt unit cable AW-CA50T15. • Power is supplied from the hybrid control panel. For details, refer to the pan/tilt unit. 4. The camera and pan/ tilt unit can now be controlled from the pan/tilt unit. 1. First switch on the pan/tilt unit AC adaptor, then press the... hybrid control panel in the ON position. Connect the 50-pin end of the cable to the manual for the hybrid control panel. 5. DC12V IN Camera Mounting Hole Adaptor (Supplied) Pan/tilt unit AW-PH300 Pan/tilt unit Cable AW-CA50T15 Coaxial Cable Coaxial Cable POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC...
...the pan/tilt unit cable AW-CA50T15. • Power is supplied from the hybrid control panel. For details, refer to the pan/tilt unit. 4. The camera and pan/ tilt unit can now be controlled from the pan/tilt unit. 1. First switch on the pan/tilt unit AC adaptor, then press the... hybrid control panel in the ON position. Connect the 50-pin end of the cable to the manual for the hybrid control panel. 5. DC12V IN Camera Mounting Hole Adaptor (Supplied) Pan/tilt unit AW-PH300 Pan/tilt unit Cable AW-CA50T15 Coaxial Cable Coaxial Cable POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC...
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... reference signals. • Adjust the SC-phase and H-phase at the Video Output Connector. s CONNECTION WITH MULTIPLE CAMERAS (COLOR LOCK MODE) q An example of connection for VBS/BB input (Color lock mode). • One of the multiple cameras is used as the source of reference signals. • Supply a synchronizing signal (BB) to the G/L Input...
... reference signals. • Adjust the SC-phase and H-phase at the Video Output Connector. s CONNECTION WITH MULTIPLE CAMERAS (COLOR LOCK MODE) q An example of connection for VBS/BB input (Color lock mode). • One of the multiple cameras is used as the source of reference signals. • Supply a synchronizing signal (BB) to the G/L Input...
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...-CA50T9 (10m) DC Power Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - RS-232C Please contact qualified service personnel for this camera by using a computer. s CONNECTION OF COMPUTER The system shown here can remotely control this operation should be obtained locally.
...-CA50T9 (10m) DC Power Cable AW-CA4T1 POWER OFF O I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - RS-232C Please contact qualified service personnel for this camera by using a computer. s CONNECTION OF COMPUTER The system shown here can remotely control this operation should be obtained locally.
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... on weather conditions. The light of 3 200K (K=Kelvin, −273C equals to absolute zero temperature 0K) represents the same value (color) as what appears to light. The video camera reproduces color differences with incandescent lamps and the color temperature of a white object in order to adjust the white balance in a studio is burnt. ADJUSTMENT...
... on weather conditions. The light of 3 200K (K=Kelvin, −273C equals to absolute zero temperature 0K) represents the same value (color) as what appears to light. The video camera reproduces color differences with incandescent lamps and the color temperature of a white object in order to adjust the white balance in a studio is burnt. ADJUSTMENT...
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... selection switch to either "AWC A" or "AWC B" of RCU or select the white balance mode either AWC A or AWC B. DC12V IN CAMERA [ADJUSTMENT with the automatic white balance setting. If the lamp remains lit, the setting must be automatically set switch is completed. In normal shooting ...mode: Press the ITEM/AWC switch for two different light sources color temperatures, with the RCU (RCB, Hybrid control panel)] 4. When the AUTO set . AUTO LED AUTO/ATW ATW A B AUTO AWC HOLD ABC ...
... selection switch to either "AWC A" or "AWC B" of RCU or select the white balance mode either AWC A or AWC B. DC12V IN CAMERA [ADJUSTMENT with the automatic white balance setting. If the lamp remains lit, the setting must be automatically set switch is completed. In normal shooting ...mode: Press the ITEM/AWC switch for two different light sources color temperatures, with the RCU (RCB, Hybrid control panel)] 4. When the AUTO set . AUTO LED AUTO/ATW ATW A B AUTO AWC HOLD ABC ...