Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.Operating InstructionsMulti-Format CameraMod

10Controls and their functions Monitor output selector switch [MONI SEL]This is used to select the images (Y, NAM, R, G, B) which are to be output fr

11Mounting the lens1 Raise the lens clamp lever, and remove the mount cap.Mount cap Lens clamp lever2 Align the guide pin on the lens with the groo

12Adjusting the lens flange backAdjust the flange back (distance from the surface where the lens is mounted to the surface where the images are formed

13Performing the viewfinder adjustments(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)Attaching the viewfinder1 Check that the camera’s POWER switch is a

14Performing the viewfinder adjustments(The viewfinder is an optional accessory.)Left or right position adjustment1 Loosen the stopper screw.Viewfind

15Connecting a microphoneWhen the microphone is mounted on the viewfinder (optional accessory) for useThe microphone of the microphone kit AJ-MC700 (o

16Mounting the camera on a tripodUse the tripod attachment, available as an optional accessory, to mount the camera on a tripod.1 Mount the tripod at

17Component system configurationAn example of the standard system consisting of the Multi-Format Camera (AK-HC3500) and peripheral components is descr

18Component system configurationOutline of peripheral components1 Camera Control Unit (CCU: AK-HCU931) This is the Multi-Format Camera’s camera con

19System connections 1 (with Multi-Format Camera)2˝ Electronic HD ViewfinderAJ-HVF21LensMulti-Format CameraAK-HC3500ROP cableRemote Operation PanelAK-

2For your safetyCAUTION:This product uses a semiconductor laser system and is a laser class 1 product complies with Radiation Performance Standards, 2

20System connections 2 (with Buildup Unit)Large lensBuildup UnitAK-HBU35008 LCD ViewfinderAK-HVF931AMulti-Format CameraAK-HC3500Remote Operation Pane

21System connections 3 (with MSU)Optical cableLarge lensMulti-Format CameraAK-HC3500Master Setup UnitAK-MSU935Remote Operation Panel 1AK-HRP931Camera

22Status displays on viewfinder screenBesides the images, Multi-Format Camera settings and messages indicating operating statuses appear on the viewfi

23Menu operationsBasic setting menu operations Displaying the menusUser menu1 Press the MENU switch. The camera’s USER menu screen now appears on t

24Menu operations Entering the menu data (continued)When the setting flashes one character at a time, press the JOG dial to move the flashing toward

25Setting menu configurationHierarchical menusUSER MENU

26Setting menu configurationHierarchical menusUSER MENU

27Setting menu configurationHierarchical menusUSER MENU

28Setting menu configurationHierarchical menusUSER MENU

29Setting menu configurationHierarchical menusUSER MENU

3 1) Read these instructions. 2) Keep these instructions. 3) Heed all warnings. 4) Follow all instructions. 5) Do not use this apparatus near wat

30Table of adjustment setting rangesOperationMenu Item Adjustment setting range Initial value Items recorded on SD cardsVF Setting1Side Modu SW ON, OF

31Menu Item Adjustment setting range Initial value Items recorded on SD cardsSetting1 HD-SDI2 OUT MAIN, VF, RET MAINHD-SDI2 Power ACTIVE, SAVE ACTIVEA

32Table of adjustment setting rangesPaintingMenu Item Adjustment setting range Initial valueSetting SW Flare ON, OFF ONBlack Gamma ON, OFF OFFGamma ON

33Menu Item Adjustment setting range Initial valueLinear Matrix Matrix OFF, ON OFFLinear OFF, A, B OFF12axes OFF, A, B OFFR-G –31 to +31 0R-B –31 to +

34Menu Item Adjustment setting range Initial valueSkin Tone Detail1 Skin Tone DTL ON, OFF OFFSkin Tone Get EXECUTE, CANCEL (execution items) — Cursor

35Table of adjustment setting rangesMaintenanceMenu Item Adjustment setting range Initial valueDate / Time (*1) Present (Display item) (Current date/t

36Menu Item Adjustment setting range Initial valueCINE Gamma Cinema Gamma SW NORMAL, ON NORMALCinema Gamma SEL VIDEO_REC, FILM_REC VIDEO_RECBlack STR

37SD card operationsThese operations are performed on the SD Card page on the Maintenance menu.The VF display settings and camera function settings on

38CN# in theInstructions  VF HR12-14RA-20SC (Hirose)Pin# Signal1 VF+12V2 VF+12V3 UNREG_GND4 VF-PBOUT_GND5 VF-PBOUT_GND6 VF-YOUT7 VF-YOUT_GND8 VF_

39External dimension drawingsUnit: inch (mm)14-3/16 (360)10-1/4 (260)4-1/8 (105)5-5/16 (135)

4OverviewThis unit is a new-generation multi-format HD camera that supports the 1080i format.It uses a new-generation 2/3-inch 2.2-megapixel IT-CCD [1

40SpecificationsPower supply: DC 12 V (when external power is supplied) AC 150 V - 240 V (when CCU is connected)Power consumption: 28 W (during ext

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5Precautions for useDON’TS Do not attempt to disassemble the camera or other units. In order to prevent electric shock, do not remove screws or cov

6Controls and their functions

7Controls and their functions

8Controls and their functions Lens mount (Bayonet type)This is where the lens is mounted. Lens clamp leverThe lens is inserted into the lens mount 

9Controls and their functions Back tally LED selector switchThis is used to set the back tally LED to ON or OFF. Back tally LEDThis lights when the