Panasonic AJ-D700P Manuale Utente

DIGITAL VIDEO CASSETTEDigital Camera/VTRAJ- POperating Instructions

Controls and Their FunctionsPower Supply SectionBattery holderThe battery pack (option) made by Anton Bauer is mounted onto this holder.DC IN (externa

RET ButtonThe images recorded on the VTR or return video signal which has been input to the VIDEO INconnector can be seen on the viewfinder screen whe

Replacing the Backup BatteryThe unit is shipped from the factory with a backup battery already mounted. When the battery runsout, the TCG time code va

Setting Menu ScreensMARKER ScreenThis page sets the setting for the marker displays inside the viewfinder.– MARKER –CENTER MARK : ONSAFETY ZONE : 1Ite

VF DISPLAY ScreenThis page sets the setting for the display information inside the viewfinder.Item– VF DISPLAY –DISP MODE :3EXTENDER:ONSHUTTER:ONTAPE:

Setting Menu ScreensCAMERA ID ScreenThis page performs the camera ID settings. Each time the UP button is pressed, the character display changes in th

SYNCHRO SCAN ScreenThis page performs the synchro scan settings.– SYNCHRO SCAN –1/61.7ItemSYNCHROSCANVariable VFrangedisplayRemarks1/30.41/61.71/250US

Setting Menu ScreensSET UP CARD ScreenThis page sets the loading, saving and formatting operations for setup cards. Align the “–” with the desired ite

MAIN FUNCTION ScreenThis page performs the adjustment function settings.– MAIN FUNCTION –ItemREC. SIGNAL :CAMREC. SIGNALPHANTOM FRONT: ONPHANTOM CH1

Setting Menu ScreensFUNCTION 1/5 ScreenThis page performs the adjustment function 1 settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displayi

FUNCTION 3/5 ScreenThis page performs the adjustment function 3 settings.Variable– FUNCTION 3/5 –ItemHUMID OPE :OFF26P CONTROL :OFFREC START:NORMALHUM

Accessory Mounting SectionHook for mounting shoulder beltAttach the accessory shoulder belt to this hook.Light shoeMount the video light, etc. onto th

Setting Menu ScreensFUNCTION 4/5 ScreenThis page performs the adjustment function 4 settings.– FUNCTION 4/5 –FRONT MIC :–40dBItemREAR MIC CH1 :–60dBRE

FUNCTION 5/5 ScreenThis page performs the adjustment function 5 settings.– FUNCTION 5/5 –ItemAUDIO OUT:CH1LIMITER:ONAUDIO OUTTEST TONE:ONLIMITERTEST T

LOW SETTING ScreenThis page sets the low level.– LOW SETTING –MASTER GAIN :0dBBH.DTL LEVEL :13V.DTL LEVEL :10DTL CORING :08H.DTL FREQ. :03DARK DTL :00

MID SETTING ScreenThis page sets the middle level.– MID SETTING –MASTER GAIN :9dBBH.DTL LEVEL: 13V.DTL LEVEL:10DTL CORING: 08H.DTL FREQ.: 03DARK DTL:

Setting Menu ScreensHIGH SETTING ScreenThis page sets the high level.– HIGH SETTING –MASTER GAINH.DTL LEVELV.DTL LEVELDTL COR I NGH.DTL FREQ.DARK DTLL

LEVEL 1/6 ScreenThis page performs the camera setup level 1 settings.– LEVEL 1/6 –C DTL COMPE. :OFFCHROMA DTL :00C DTL CORING :00KNEE APERTURE :ONSLIM

Setting Menu ScreensLEVEL 3/6 ScreenThis page performs the camera setup level 3 settings.– LEVEL 3/6 –ItemM.PED :+000SET UP :7.5%MANUAL KNEE :ONKNEE P

LEVEL 4/6 ScreenThis page performs the camera setup level 4 settings.– LEVEL 416 –ItemR FLARE :---G FLARE :--- R FLAREB FLARE :---R GAMMA :+00B GAMMA

Setting Menu ScreensLEVEL 5/6 ScreenThis page performs the recording level 5 settings.– LEVEL 516 –ItemMATRIX TABLE :AMATRIX R-G :+10MATRIX TABLEMATRI

LEVEL 6/6 ScreenThis page performs the camera setup level 6 settings.– LEVEL 6/6 –ItemH PHASE COARSE :07H PHASE FINE :128 H PHASESC PHASE COARSE :0SC

Controls and Their FunctionsAudio Function Section (1)AUDIO LEVEL CH1 (audio channel 1 recording level) controlWhen the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch is

Setting Menu ScreensVF OPERATION ScreenThis page performs the viewfinder display settings.– VF OPERATION –VF OUT :YVF DTL :2ZEBRA1 DETECT:070ZEBRA2 DE

LENS ADJ ScreenThis page performs the lens adjustments. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying an asterix (*) or period (.)in fron

Setting Menu ScreensMENU SELECT 2/3 ScreenThis page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by di

MENU SELECT 3/3 ScreenThis page performs the menu page display ON/OFF settings. The ON/OFF status for each item is indicated by displaying anasterix (

AUTO SHADING ScreenThis page performs the auto shading settings. Align the arrow with the desired BLACK or WHITE item and press the UP orDOWN button t

If trouble is detected immediately after the power is turned on or during operation, the display window (LCD), WARNING lamp,lamps inside the viewfinde

Warning SystemDisplay window (LCD)LampsItemRemain- Remain-Warning inging tapeWARN- INGRECWarningdisplay batterydisplay statuslevellengthlamplampdispl

Error CodesWhen an error occurs in the unit for some reason or other, the following error codes appear in thedisplay window.ContentsCodeNo.89ABCDEFSol

MaintenanceCleaning the Video HeadsUse the AJ-CL12MP cleaning cassette when head cleaning is required. Improper use of thecleaning cassette may damage

Inspections Before ShootingPerform the following inspections before shooting to check that all systems are operating properly.Checking the image with

Audio Function Section (3)ALARM (warning tone volume) controlThis adjusts the warning tone volume heard from the speakeror the earphone connected toth

Inspections Before ShootingInspecting the Viewfinder123456789Adjust the position of the viewfinder.Check that the color bar appears on the viewfinder

Inspecting the Iris and Zoom Functions1Set the zoom to electric zoom mode and check the electric zoom operation. Check that theimage changes to teleph

(2) Inspection of Audio Level Automatic Adjustment Functions1Set the AUDIO SELECT CH/CH2 switch to AUTO.2Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to FRONT [MIC

SpecificationsGeneralPower supply voltage: DC 12 VPower consumption: 23 WOperating temperature:Storage temperature:Operating humidity:Continuous opera

SpecificationsVTR SectionVTR Video System (during playback on a standard playback unit)Bands: Brightness;30 Hz to 5.75 MHz +1.0 dB/–3.0 dBS/N ratio: 5

Related ComponentsPower supply relatedAU-BP220, AU-BP402 battery packsAG-B425 battery charger (for charging the AU-BP220 and AU-BP402 battery packs)AU

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Controls and Their FunctionsShooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (1)ViewfinderBlack-and-white images can be seen in the viewfinder during re

Shooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (2)CC/ND FILTER (filter selector) knobThis selects the filter to match the light source which is illumi

Controls and Their FunctionsShooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (3)OUTPUT (output signal selector)/AUTO KNEE switchThis switch selects the

ECU REMOTE (remote control) connector (6-pin)Connect the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) here.<Note>The POWER switches on unit and extens

Controls and Their FunctionsShooting (Recording)/Playback Function Section (4)VTR START buttonWhen this pressed, recording commences; when it is press

EJECT (cassette eject) buttonPress this to insert or eject the cassette.REW (rewind) buttonPress this to rewind the tape. Its lamp lights during rewin

For your safetyCAUTIONRISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCKDO NOT OPENCAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK,DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK).NO USER-SERVICEABLE

Controls and Their FunctionsMenu Operation SectionSetup card insertion slotThe optional setup cards are inserted into this slot.MENU SET/OFF switchThi

Multi (TC IN/OUT, AUDIO OUT CH1/CH2) connectorTC IN side:The time code serving as the reference is input when the time code is locked to an externalso

Controls and Their FunctionsTCG (time code selector) switchThis is used to set the running mode of the internal time code generator.F-RUN:This positio

Power SupplyPower can be supplied to the unit using a battery pack or AC power supply.Using a battery packPanasonic,Anton Bauer or Sony batteries can

Power SupplyUsing the Panasonic AU-BP402 Battery Pack1Detach the battery mounts.2Connect the unit’s connectors with the connectors of the AU-M402H bat

4Connect the battery pack plug to the connector inside the case and insert the battery pack.<Note>The unit’s power must be set to OFF before the

Power SupplyUsing a Sony Battery Pack1Remove the battery mounts.See page 24.2Mount the accessory battery mounting connector.3Mount the Sony battery ho

Using the Sony BP-90 Battery Pack1Mount the accessory battery mounting connector.(See the preceding page.)2Mount the BP-90 battery case.Tighten the mo

Power SupplyUsing an AC Power Supply (When using the AU-B110 AC Adaptor)1Connect the unit’s EXT DC IN socket with the DC OUT connector of the AU-B110

Mounting the Lens1Raise the lens clamping lever and remove the mount cap.Lens Clamping LeverMount Cap2Align the indentation at the top center of the l

ContentsSafety PrecautionsGeneral and FeaturesFeatures of the Camera SectionFeatures of the VTR SectionSystem Configuration25589Controls and Their Fun

Adjusting the Lens FlangeWhen images are not clearly focused at both the telephoto and wide-angle positions during zoomoperations, adjust the flange b

Adjusting the White ShadingThe AJ-D700 is adjusted for the Fujinon S18x6.7 BERM4 (with extender) and S18X6.7 BRM4(without extender) lenses when shippe

7Set the WHITE BAL selector switch to A or B execute AWB.Next, execute ABB and then execute AWB again.WHITE BAL: A or B8Repeat step 6.9Set the MENU sw

Adjusting the ViewfinderAdjusting the Position1Loosen the viewfinder forward-backward/left-right position clamp lever.ViewfinderLever2Adjust the posit

Adjusting the ViewfinderAdjusting the Diopter and ScreenAdjusting the diopter1Set the POWER switch to ON. A picture will appear in the viewfinder.2Tur

Detaching the EyecupDetaching the eyecup allows the entire screen to be seen clearly even when shooting with youreye removed from the viewfinder. This

Adjusting the ViewfinderDetaching the Viewfinder1Check that the POWER switch is set to OFF.2Disconnect the plug from the viewfinder cable connector.&l

Audio Input PreparationsUsing the Microphone Mounted to the Main UnitUsing the AJ-MC700P microphone kit (option) or the AJ-MH700P microphone holder (o

Audio Input PreparationsMounting the AJ-MH700P Microphone Holder (Option)1Remove the microphone holder mounting screws.2Mount the AJ-MH700P microphone

Using the Microphone not Mounted to the Main UnitTo the MIC IN ConnectorAUDIO IN switch:Set the AUDIO IN switch forthe audio channel you wish torecord

ContentsDisplaysRemaining Battery Level and AudioLevel Displays60VTR Section Operation/Status-RelatedDisplays60Time Code-Related Displays61Adjusting t

Audio Input PreparationsUsing the Microphone not Mounted to the Main UnitUp to two external microphones can be connected tothe AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 Connec

Mounting a Wireless MicrophoneWhen using the Panasonic wireless microphone system, mount the WX-RA700 wireless receiver.To the AUDIO OUT ConnectorWX-R

Mounting the Unit to a TripodWhen mounting the unit to a tripod, use an optional tripod attachment.1Mount the tripod attachment to the tripod.Select t

Mounting the Shoulder BeltShoulder BeltPress to open the hook.To remove the shoulder belt, open the hooks and then remove the belt.Press<Note>Wh

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad PositionThe shoulder pad can be slid up to ” in the forward-backward direction from the center position(the position whe

Attaching the Rain CoverAttach the rain cover as shown in the figure below.Tighten the Cord.Secure the surface fastener.When mounting the unit to the

Connecting the AQ-EC1 Extension Control Unit (Option)Connecting the AQ-EC1 extension control unit (option) allows a portion of the camera sectionfunct

Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display WindowDisplaying the Setting Menu Inside the ViewfinderWhen the MENU SET/OFF switch is set to SE

Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display WindowChanging the setting menu configurationThe setting menu can be configured by selecting onl

Basic Setting Menu OperationsThe setting menu is operated using the MENU SET/OFF switch and the SHIFT/ITEM, UP, DOWNand PAGE buttons.SHIFT/ITEM Switch

General and FeaturesThe model AJ-D700 integrates a color video camera which employs three frame interline transfer(FIT) CCDs with 410,000 device on-ch

Warning/Status Displays in the Viewfinder and Display WindowSelecting the desired item1Press the SHIFT/ITEM switch.Each time this button is pressed, t

Lamp Displays Inside the ViewfinderThe viewfinder displays are as follows.VTR SAVE1. REC (recording) lampThis lamp lights (red) during recording, and

Lamp Displays Inside the ViewfinderSetting the ! Lamp DisplayItems subject to ! lamp display are selected at the ! LED page of the setting menu. (When

Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder ScreenIn addition to images, messages indicating the unit’s settings and operating status appear on theviewfinde

Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder Screen1Extender displayThis is displayed when the lens extender is being used.2Shutter speed/mode displayThis di

8Audio level displayThis displays the audio CH1 level.During sine wave input, the audio level display corresponds roughly to the VTR level meterdispla

Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder ScreenSelecting Display ItemsThe items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen can be selected by switching the

Display Mode and Setting Change MessageMessages informing of the contents of changed settings and adjustment results can be limited topart of the disp

Status Displays Inside the Viewfinder ScreenChanging the Display ModeThe display mode setting appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setting menu.1Perf

Setting the Camera IDThe camera ID can be set at the CAMERA ID page of the setting menu.A camera ID of up to ten characters including English letters,

FeaturesHigh-performance viewfinderThe high-resolution CRT projects a detailed picture which facilitates focus operations.The viewfinder employs a low

DisplaysRemaining Battery Level and Audio Level DisplaysRemaining tape lengthWhen the amount remainingon the tape is more than30 minutes long, all sev

Time Code-Related DisplaysThese lamps light to indicate the time code, CTL and real time displays.DF:This lamp lights during drop frame modeSLAVE:This

Adjusting the Time and DateAdjustment and setup using the setting menu1. Hold down the SHIFT/ITEM and UP buttons and set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SE

Adjustments and Setup During RecordingAdjustments and Setup Using the Setting MenuAdjustments and setup operations during recording are performed at t

Adjustments and Setup During RecordingSetting the Gain Selector ValueWhen shooting in locations without sufficient brightness, bright images can be ob

Selecting FunctionsVTR operation functions can be selected at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the setting menu.Selecting the required functions1Set the MENU

Adjusting the White Balance/Black BalanceAdjusting the White BalanceAdjusting the white balance and black balance in the order of AWB (white balance a

3Place the white pattern over a location with the same conditions as the light source illuminat-ing the subject and zoom up to project white on the sc

Adjusting the White Balance/Black BalanceWhen the White Balance Cannot be Automatically AdjustedAn error message will appear on the viewfinder screen.

The black balance must be adjusted in the following cases.When the unit is used for the first timeWhen the unit is first used after an extended period

Recording by an external VTRWhen an external VTR is connected using the 26-pin output adaptor (option, AJ-YA700P), record-ing can be performed by the

Adjusting the White Balance/Black Balance4Adjustment is completed after a few seconds (the following message appears) and the ad-justment value is aut

Setting the Electronic ShutterShutter ModesThe shutter modes which can be used with the unit’s electronic shutter and the shutter speedswhich can be s

Setting the Electronic ShutterSetting the Shutter Mode/SpeedThe shutter speed during shutter mode and standard mode is set by the SHUTTER switch.Durin

Setting the Synchro Scan Mode1Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET.The page on which the previous setting menu operations were completed appears on thev

Setting the Electronic ShutterChanging the Shutter Speed/Mode Selection RangeThe shutter speed selection range can be limited to the required range an

Adjusting the Audio LevelIf the AUTO SELECT CH1/CH2 selector switch is set to AUTO, the input levels of audio CH1 andCH2 are automatically adjusted. I

Adjusting the Audio Level4Turn the AUDIO LEVEL CH1 control at the bottom of the front panel to adjust the input vol-ume so that the audio level displa

Setting the Time DataSetting the Time CodeWhen using both the user bit and the time code, set the user bit first. If the time code is set first, theti

Setting the Time DataSetting the User BitSetting the user bit allows up to 8 digits of hexadecimal data such as memos (date, time), etc. tobe recorded

Locking the Time Code to an External SourceThe time code generator of the VTR section can be locked to an external generator.Example of connections fo

FeaturesFeatures of the VTR sectionDigital systemThe VTR section features a component digital recording system that employs the latest compres-sion te

Setting the Time DataExternal Lock Operation Procedure3211Set the POWER switch to ON.2Set the F-RUN/R-RUN switch to F-RUN3Set the DISPLAY switch to TC

Setup Card OperationsSetting menu contents can be stored using setup cards (option). This data can then be used toquickly recreate the appropriate set

Setup Card OperationsSetup Card Data OperationsOperations to store setting data on setup cards and read out stored data are performed at the SETUP CAR

When data is not writtenIf the following error messages appear when the UP (or DOWN) button is pressed in step 4, thedata is not written.Data format e

Setup Card OperationsWriting set data to cards1Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu opera-tions were comple

Protecting stored dataIf the setup card’s WRITE PROTECT switch is set to ON, data is not rewritten even if the UP (orDOWN) button is pressed in step 4

Setup Card OperationsReading out data stored on cards1Set the MENU SET/OFF switch to SET. The page on which the previous setting menu opera-tions were

CassettesSee “Cassettes” (page 135) for a description of cassettes which can be used with the unit.Inserting and Ejecting CassettesInserting cassettes

CassettesEjecting cassettesWith the power turned on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette holder and eject the cas-sette. If a cassette is not

RecordingBasic ProceduresThis section describes the basic operating procedures for shooting and recording. When startingto shoot actual images, inspec

System ConfigurationMicrophone kitAJ-MC700PWirelessmicrophonereceiverWX-RA700Shoulderbelt26P outputadaptorAJ-YA700PVTR cable VTRMicrophone holderAJ-MH

RecordingProcedures from adjusting the white balance and black balance tostopping recordingTurn on the power, insert a cassette, and then set the vari

Shooting images1-11-2234,5 1-21-1,1-2Select the filter in accordance with the lighting conditions, and when the white balancehas already been stored i

RecordingSuccessive ShootingSuccessive shooting with an accuracy of within ±1 frame can be performed simply by pressingthe VTR START button of the uni

Successive Shooting in Other CasesIf successive shooting is to be performed after the tape has been run, the cassette has beenejected, or when using a

Playback—Checking Recorded ContentsPressing the PLAY button allows black-and-white playback images to be viewed on the view-finder. Playback images ca

Connection With an External VTRThe unit is equipped with an interface which enables recording to be performed by an externalVTR.Mounting the AJ-YA700P

Recording Simultaneously with the Internal VTR and an External VTRConnectionsMount the AJ-YA700P 26-pin output adaptor (option) to the unit, connect t

Functions of the Unit’s VTR SAVE/STBY SwitchTape running modePressing the unit’s STOP, REW or FF buttons sets the internal VTR to stop, rewind or fast

Recording With an External VTR Instead of the Internal VTRUsing the 26-pin Output AdaptorConnectionsThe method of connecting the external VTR is the s

Controlling the external VTR with the unit’s switchesSetting the 26P CONTROL function as indicated below at the FUNCTION 3/5 page of the settingmenu p