AWE300A User Guide
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...Operation of this book as a permanent record of the unit. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. AW-E300A Serial No. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a commercial environment. Model.... You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this equipment in a residential area is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the event of electric shock to constitute ...
...Operation of this book as a permanent record of the unit. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada. AW-E300A Serial No. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in a commercial environment. Model.... You should note the serial number of this unit in the space provided and retain this equipment in a residential area is intended to alert the user to the presence of important operating and maintenance (servicing) instructions in the event of electric shock to constitute ...
AWE300A User Guide
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CONTENTS PREFACE ...2 FEATURES ...2 SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION ...3 PRECAUTIONS ...4 MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 MOUNTING ...10 FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT ...12 IRIS GAIN CONTROL IN A LENS ...13 CONNECTIONS ...14 ADJUSTMENT ...20 USE MODE SETTING ...27 MENU ITEM SETTING ...29 SETTING TO INITIAL SET ...46 APPEARANCE ...49 SPECIFICATIONS ...50 STANDARD ACCESSORIES ...52 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ...52 -1-
CONTENTS PREFACE ...2 FEATURES ...2 SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION ...3 PRECAUTIONS ...4 MAJOR OPERATING CONTROLS AND THEIR FUNCTIONS 6 MOUNTING ...10 FLANGE BACK ADJUSTMENT ...12 IRIS GAIN CONTROL IN A LENS ...13 CONNECTIONS ...14 ADJUSTMENT ...20 USE MODE SETTING ...27 MENU ITEM SETTING ...29 SETTING TO INITIAL SET ...46 APPEARANCE ...49 SPECIFICATIONS ...50 STANDARD ACCESSORIES ...52 OPTIONAL ACCESSORIES ...52 -1-
AWE300A User Guide
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... cards may also be easily performed FEATURES 1. Chroma detail correction enables clear shots of system configurations. A dark detail circuit provides natural edge correction 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. A digital video signal processing system is switchable between field and frame by following the setup menu. Vertical resolution can...
... cards may also be easily performed FEATURES 1. Chroma detail correction enables clear shots of system configurations. A dark detail circuit provides natural edge correction 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. A digital video signal processing system is switchable between field and frame by following the setup menu. Vertical resolution can...
AWE300A User Guide
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... to any unit of bright objects in ELC operation mode may result in automatic mode; SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION • Turn power off . • While the camera is indicated on the monitor screen. 15. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color images. 13. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural dynamic ranges. 12. Four use modes for each of your specific applications can adversely change the white balance. -3- trol panel. Remote control with a RCU...
... to any unit of bright objects in ELC operation mode may result in automatic mode; SPECIAL NOTES ON OPERATION • Turn power off . • While the camera is indicated on the monitor screen. 15. A digital color matrix enables high fidelity color images. 13. A digital highlight chroma circuit reproduces natural dynamic ranges. 12. Four use modes for each of your specific applications can adversely change the white balance. -3- trol panel. Remote control with a RCU...
AWE300A User Guide
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...'S • Do not attempt to prevent electric shock, do not leave the lens mount hole uncovered. • Do not touch the surface 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. In order to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other...
...'S • Do not attempt to prevent electric shock, do not leave the lens mount hole uncovered. • Do not touch the surface 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. In order to disassemble the camera, Remote Control Unit (RCU) or other...
AWE300A User Guide
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... case the dirt is dirty. 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 the event that it should become dirty. • Use a dry cloth to clean the camera if it is hard to remove, use . Operate the camera and RCU only when there...
... case the dirt is dirty. 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 the event that it should become dirty. • Use a dry cloth to clean the camera if it is hard to remove, use . Operate the camera and RCU only when there...
AWE300A User Guide
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... pressing this switch is pressed while the Main Menu is necessary, loosen the lock screw and turn the focus screw to a higher value with a mounting bracket or tripod. © 3. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + NO/BAR - IRIS DC12V IN 1. When the menu is not displayed or the camera is in shooting mode, the automatic white balance control can be mounted. 2. Mounting Adaptor...
... pressing this switch is pressed while the Main Menu is necessary, loosen the lock screw and turn the focus screw to a higher value with a mounting bracket or tripod. © 3. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + NO/BAR - IRIS DC12V IN 1. When the menu is not displayed or the camera is in shooting mode, the automatic white balance control can be mounted. 2. Mounting Adaptor...
AWE300A User Guide
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... the optional pan/ tilt unit cable (AW-CA50T15). 11. Power Indicator Red LED lamp lights to indicate that the specified DC power is displayed any setting can be brought down to the camera. -8- Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Signal Return Control Not Used GND Auto/Manual Control Iris Control Lens Power Pin No. 7 8 9 10 11 12 Signal Iris Follow Auto/Remote Control Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Iris Connector (IRIS) oq i !0 w u !2 !1 e ytr 10. 7. NO/BAR Switch (NO/BAR...
... the optional pan/ tilt unit cable (AW-CA50T15). 11. Power Indicator Red LED lamp lights to indicate that the specified DC power is displayed any setting can be brought down to the camera. -8- Pin No. 1 2 3 4 5 6 Signal Return Control Not Used GND Auto/Manual Control Iris Control Lens Power Pin No. 7 8 9 10 11 12 Signal Iris Follow Auto/Remote Control Not Used Not Used Not Used Not Used Iris Connector (IRIS) oq i !0 w u !2 !1 e ytr 10. 7. NO/BAR Switch (NO/BAR...
AWE300A User Guide
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... to hold the lens securely. Control Cable To Lens I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I /F Connector of Camera Pan/tilt Unit Camera Cable • Refer also to the IRIS connector on the back panel of lens. Lens Mounting Remove the body cap from the camera by pulling on it. DC12V IN To Iris Connector -10- Attach the lens into the lens mount and turn the lens clockwise to the...
... to hold the lens securely. Control Cable To Lens I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I /F Connector of Camera Pan/tilt Unit Camera Cable • Refer also to the IRIS connector on the back panel of lens. Lens Mounting Remove the body cap from the camera by pulling on it. DC12V IN To Iris Connector -10- Attach the lens into the lens mount and turn the lens clockwise to the...
AWE300A User Guide
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... pan/tilt head, check that the mounting can safely bear the total weight of the camera. Camera Mounting 1. Fix the mounting adaptor to the top or bottom of the camera, lens, connection cables, etc., fix the camera firmly in position using the safety chain and the mounting screws to tighten the screws firmly. Fix the camera mounting base, pan/tilt unit, and tripod securely in position. When changing the camera mounting adapter, use a screwdriver or similar tool to help...
... pan/tilt head, check that the mounting can safely bear the total weight of the camera. Camera Mounting 1. Fix the mounting adaptor to the top or bottom of the camera, lens, connection cables, etc., fix the camera firmly in position using the safety chain and the mounting screws to tighten the screws firmly. Fix the camera mounting base, pan/tilt unit, and tripod securely in position. When changing the camera mounting adapter, use a screwdriver or similar tool to help...
AWE300A User Guide
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... Connector. -14- CONNECTIONS Caution: The connection and installation should be used as a video monitor or a VCR, must be done by qualified service personnel or system installers. DC12V IN 75 Ω coaxial cable VIDEO OUT Connector VIDEO IN Video monitor DC 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 any servicing to qualified service personnel. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER...
... Connector. -14- CONNECTIONS Caution: The connection and installation should be used as a video monitor or a VCR, must be done by qualified service personnel or system installers. DC12V IN 75 Ω coaxial cable VIDEO OUT Connector VIDEO IN Video monitor DC 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 any servicing to qualified service personnel. OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER...
AWE300A User Guide
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... SEE MANUAL CAMERA (MULTI) CABLE SELECT MULTI OVP MPX MPX TALLY TALK 14 23 INCOM RECEIVE CONTROL 250V 1.25A FUSE Set to the I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - Turn RCU power on and the power indicator lamp will light. Turn RCU power off before connecting cables. 2. The camera can now be remote controlled by the RCU. Connect the 50-pin connector of using the WV-RC700A) 3. Set the cable selection switch of...
... SEE MANUAL CAMERA (MULTI) CABLE SELECT MULTI OVP MPX MPX TALLY TALK 14 23 INCOM RECEIVE CONTROL 250V 1.25A FUSE Set to the I /F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - Turn RCU power on and the power indicator lamp will light. Turn RCU power off before connecting cables. 2. The camera can now be remote controlled by the RCU. Connect the 50-pin connector of using the WV-RC700A) 3. Set the cable selection switch of...
AWE300A User Guide
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... CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER FUSE FUSE(POWER) FUSE Cautions 1. AC Adaptor AW-PS505 AC Adaptor AW-PS505 USER SET ALL 1 2 RCB WV-CB700A -16- Notes: • The monitor output signals of the camera. Connect this to the RCB. s CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROL BOX (RCB) The RCB (WV-CB700A) and the camera must be connected to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. 2. The 10-pin connector...
... CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER FUSE FUSE(POWER) FUSE Cautions 1. AC Adaptor AW-PS505 AC Adaptor AW-PS505 USER SET ALL 1 2 RCB WV-CB700A -16- Notes: • The monitor output signals of the camera. Connect this to the RCB. s CONNECTION OF A REMOTE CONTROL BOX (RCB) The RCB (WV-CB700A) and the camera must be connected to a DC 12 V class 2 power supply only. 2. The 10-pin connector...
AWE300A User Guide
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... the camera, use the pan/tilt unit cable AW-CA50T15. • Power is supplied from the hybrid control panel. LENS IRIS Cable LENS ZOOM/FOCUS Cable OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER FUSE(POWER) FUSE(LAMP) FUSE FUSE FUSE FUSE AC Adaptor AW-PS300 Pan/tilt unit AC Adaptor AW-PS300 Video Monitor Composite Video S VIDEO 10BASE-T Cable Hybrid control panel AW-RP501 G / L IN BREVIEW MONITOR OUT TD MULTI PORT HUB S-VIDEO OUT AUX CONTROL DC12V IN TALLY PAN/TILT CONTROL PAN/TILT CAMERA CONTROL OUT CONTROL OUT...
... the camera, use the pan/tilt unit cable AW-CA50T15. • Power is supplied from the hybrid control panel. LENS IRIS Cable LENS ZOOM/FOCUS Cable OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I ON POWER FUSE(POWER) FUSE(LAMP) FUSE FUSE FUSE FUSE AC Adaptor AW-PS300 Pan/tilt unit AC Adaptor AW-PS300 Video Monitor Composite Video S VIDEO 10BASE-T Cable Hybrid control panel AW-RP501 G / L IN BREVIEW MONITOR OUT TD MULTI PORT HUB S-VIDEO OUT AUX CONTROL DC12V IN TALLY PAN/TILT CONTROL PAN/TILT CAMERA CONTROL OUT CONTROL OUT...
AWE300A User Guide
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... switch off the camera used for External Sync (or Special Effect Generator) External Sync Signal (BB) INPUT INPUT OUTPUT A OUTPUT B A 1 1 THR SEP 75Ω HI-Z 2 2 B 3 3 OUTPUT Video Distributor WJ-300C Video Output To Special Effect Generator or Monitoring System -18- FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - VIDEO OUT Camera for supplying the reference signals. • Adjust the SC-phase and H-phase at the Video Output Connector. VIDEO OUT G/L IN FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera...
... switch off the camera used for External Sync (or Special Effect Generator) External Sync Signal (BB) INPUT INPUT OUTPUT A OUTPUT B A 1 1 THR SEP 75Ω HI-Z 2 2 B 3 3 OUTPUT Video Distributor WJ-300C Video Output To Special Effect Generator or Monitoring System -18- FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera AW - VIDEO OUT Camera for supplying the reference signals. • Adjust the SC-phase and H-phase at the Video Output Connector. VIDEO OUT G/L IN FOCUS LOCK Convertible Camera...
AWE300A User Guide
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... PED AUTO set , auto warning indicator (LED) blinks and it goes out when the white balance setting is being set switch -21- In normal shooting mode: Press the ITEM/AWC switch for two different light sources color temperatures, with the RCU (RCB, Hybrid control panel)] 4. ITEM/AWC Switch OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - DC12V IN CAMERA [ADJUSTMENT with the automatic white balance setting. Turn the white...
... PED AUTO set , auto warning indicator (LED) blinks and it goes out when the white balance setting is being set switch -21- In normal shooting mode: Press the ITEM/AWC switch for two different light sources color temperatures, with the RCU (RCB, Hybrid control panel)] 4. ITEM/AWC Switch OPTION CARD MENU ITEM/AWC VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN YES/ABC + IRIS NO/BAR - DC12V IN CAMERA [ADJUSTMENT with the automatic white balance setting. Turn the white...
AWE300A User Guide
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... reset to ±0 after set to continuously match changes of light source and color temperature while the white balance setting is not necessary to reset the white balance if the color temperature of the monitor screen. ING item of Color Set sub menu of USER MODE until the carrier wave of the white portion of the monitor screen area. Notes: • For white balance setting aim the camera at a white object and try to position...
... reset to ±0 after set to continuously match changes of light source and color temperature while the white balance setting is not necessary to reset the white balance if the color temperature of the monitor screen. ING item of Color Set sub menu of USER MODE until the carrier wave of the white portion of the monitor screen area. Notes: • For white balance setting aim the camera at a white object and try to position...
AWE300A User Guide
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... blinking use modes have been preset. USE MODE SETTING s Use Mode Setting The camera has four use modes, and various functions for four use mode comes into effect. s SETTING BY CAMERA 1. ITEM/AWC switch ( ), NO/BAR switch (-): The blinking item moves down by one of the use mode setting menu shown at weddings, parties, lecture meetings, events, etc. Then, the camera operates in the selected use mode blink. Press the MENU switch, ITEM/AWC switch, or NO/BAR switch to outdoor shooting. Settings can be changed using a simple menu...
... blinking use modes have been preset. USE MODE SETTING s Use Mode Setting The camera has four use modes, and various functions for four use mode comes into effect. s SETTING BY CAMERA 1. ITEM/AWC switch ( ), NO/BAR switch (-): The blinking item moves down by one of the use mode setting menu shown at weddings, parties, lecture meetings, events, etc. Then, the camera operates in the selected use mode blink. Press the MENU switch, ITEM/AWC switch, or NO/BAR switch to outdoor shooting. Settings can be changed using a simple menu...
AWE300A User Guide
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Operation mode Halogen Mode Fluorescent Mode Outdoor Mode User's Mode Scene File Switch Position of RCU (RCB) 1 2 3 USER SET Scene File Switch Position of the scene file switch. P E D CABLE COMP Y C SCENE FILE Switch -28- VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN IRIS DC12V IN RCU (RCB) AUTO/ATW ATW A B PAINTING R GAIN B TOTAL PED AUTO AWC HOLD ABC R PED SHUTTER SCENE 100 500 1000S/S USER 1 2 OFF ELC SET 3 B IRIS MAN AUTO SCENE FILE Switch Hybrid Control Panel POWER ON OFF OPERATE GAIN HIGH...
Operation mode Halogen Mode Fluorescent Mode Outdoor Mode User's Mode Scene File Switch Position of RCU (RCB) 1 2 3 USER SET Scene File Switch Position of the scene file switch. P E D CABLE COMP Y C SCENE FILE Switch -28- VIDEO OUT I/F REMOTE G/L IN IRIS DC12V IN RCU (RCB) AUTO/ATW ATW A B PAINTING R GAIN B TOTAL PED AUTO AWC HOLD ABC R PED SHUTTER SCENE 100 500 1000S/S USER 1 2 OFF ELC SET 3 B IRIS MAN AUTO SCENE FILE Switch Hybrid Control Panel POWER ON OFF OPERATE GAIN HIGH...
AWE300A User Guide
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... dB: Use this range if sufficient video output cannot be obtained even when the lens iris is opened in the HIGH position. If the luminance is at HIGH. P E D CABLE COMP Y C Hybrid Control Panel -33- OFF: No auto gain up takes place. (Gain can be increased manually.) Notes • In case of settings on the camera alone or when the iris switch on...
... dB: Use this range if sufficient video output cannot be obtained even when the lens iris is opened in the HIGH position. If the luminance is at HIGH. P E D CABLE COMP Y C Hybrid Control Panel -33- OFF: No auto gain up takes place. (Gain can be increased manually.) Notes • In case of settings on the camera alone or when the iris switch on...