COLOR VIDEO CAMERA BVP-570WSPK. [English] OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition

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1 COLOR VIDEO CAMERA BVP-570WSPK OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition [English]

2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. For the customers in U.S.A. This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. 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 correct the interference at his or her own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. Voor de Klanten in Nederland Bij dit produkt zijn batterijen geleverd. Wanneer deze leeg zijn, moet u ze niet weggooien maar inleveren als KCA. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer s instructions. VORSICHT! Explosionsgefahr bei unsachgemäßem Austausch der Batterie. Ersatz nur durch denselben oder einen vom Hersteller empfohlenen ähnlichen Typ. Entsorgung gebrauchter Batterien nach Angaben des Herstellers. ATTENTION II y a danger d explosion s il y a remplacement incorrect de la batterie. Remplacer uniquement avec une batterie du même type ou d un type équivalent recommandé par le constructeur. Mettre au rebut les batteries usagées comformément aux instructions du fabricant. ADVARSEL! Lithiumbatteri - Eksplosionsfare ved fejlagtig håndtering. Udskiftning må kun ske med batteri af samme fabrikat og type. Levér det brugte batteri tilbage til laverandøren. ADVARSEL Eksplosjonsfare ved feilaktig skifte av batteri. Benytt samme batteritype eller en tilsvarende type anbefalt av apparatfabrikanten. Brukte batterier kasseres i henhold til fabrikantens instruksjoner. VARNING Explosinonsfara vid felaktigt batteribyte. Använd samma batterityp eller en ekvivalent typ som rekommenderas av apparattillverkaren. Kassera använt batteri enligt fabrikantens instruktion. VAROITUS Paristo voi räjähtää jos se on virheellisesti asennettu. Vaihda paristo ainoastaan laitevalmistajan suosittelemaan tyyppiin. Hävitä käytetty paristo valmistajan ohjeiden mukaisesti.

3 Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 1-1 Features System Configuration Accessory Attachments Controls Table of Contents Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording (Continued) 3-1 Notes on Handling Precautions Notes on CCD Image Sensors Connections Attaching a Betacam SP VTR Attaching a Camera Adaptor Power Supply With a Betacam SP VTR Attached With a Camera Adaptor Attached Mounting a Lens Adjusting the Flange Focal Length Adjusting the Viewfinder Moving the Viewfinder Adjusting the Focus and Screen of the Viewfinder Detaching the Viewfinder Detaching the Eyepiece Connecting a Microphone Attaching a Microphone with a Suspension Attaching a Microphone Without a Suspension Mounting on a Tripod Attaching the Shoulder Strap Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position Connecting a Remote Control Unit Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance Adjusting the Black Balance Adjusting the White Balance Setting the Electronic Shutter Shutter Modes Setting the Shutter Mode/Speed Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment OPERATION Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen Configuration of the OPERATION Menu Basic Use of OPERATION Menu Indicators in the Viewfinder Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen Configuration of Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen Table of Contents 1

4 Table of contents Table of Contents Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 4-7 Setup by OPERATION Menu Selecting Display Items Setting the Marker Display Setting the GAIN Selector Values Selecting the Aspect Ratio Selecting the Test Signal Output Automatic Setting of Iris Opening/Knee Selecting Functions Auto Setup Diagnosis Setting the Camera No. and ID PAINT Menu Chapter 5 Shooting Operations Chapter 6 Maintenance Appendixes 5-1 Shooting Operations Operation Warnings Cleaning the viewfinder Specifications... A-1 Testing the Video Camera Before Shooting... A-2 Glossary... A-4 Index... I-1 2 Table of Contents

5 1-1 Features The BVP-570WSPK is a DSP (digital signal processing) color video camera with a built-in wide screen type CCD block. The BVP-570WSPK can be used for Electronic Field Production (EFP) by connecting the optional CCU-700P Camera Control Unit through a CA-550P/570P Camera Adaptor, and for assembling a Betacam SP System suitable for Electronic News Gathering (ENG) by attaching the optional CA-553 Camera Adaptor and BVV-5PS Betacam SP (Superior Performance) Series Portable Video Cassette Recorder. The principle features of the BVP-570WSPK are as follows: ADSP (Advanced Digital signal processing) Wide range of detail control functions to deliver high picture detail Multi Matrix Function The Multi-Matrix function separates the video signal into 16 individually adjustable color areas, thus allowing color uniformity to be attained even among different cameras. Knee Saturation control function This function prevents knee saturation in highlights. Adaptive detail control function This function adjusts the detail gain individually for both black and white. A knee aperture function also allows you to adjust the detail signal beyond the knee point for highlights. Chapter 1 Chapter 1 Overview Incorporating new-generation-vlsi-based ADSP and 12-bit AD conversion, the BVP-570WSPK provides higher picture quality (enhanced S/N ratio and dynamic range) and a host of functions that deliver the sharpest image detail possible. All video signal processing following AD conversion is entirely digital, using 32-bit quantization and a sampling rate of 36 MHz. As a result, a digitization rate of some 80% is attained, while maintaining high picture quality. Adaptive knee function and skin-tone auto-iris function An adaptive knee function varies the knee curve for highlights in accordance with a luminance histogram of the image, to produce higher gradation quality. An additional skin-tone-auto-iris function ensures uniform luminance in skin color and other special hues. Triple-Skin-tone detail function This function creates three detail gate signals for any three colors in the picture, allowing you to control (emphasize or suppress) the amount of detail for the corresponding hues. In addition, a skin-tone-detail auto-hue function automatically generates a gate signal for a subject to which skin detail is added. Detail-boost frequency control The BVP-570WSPK s boost frequency range of 3.6 to 9 MHz allows you to obtain subtle video expression by setting the most appropriate edge width for the subject. Detail mix ratio control (before and after gamma) By enabling the control of the amount of detail signal in the video signal before and after gamma processing, the BVP-570WSPK makes it possible to emphasize or suppress detail in high-video-level areas. H/V ratio control The H-detail and V-detail ratio can be adjusted. Chapter 1 Overview 1-1

6 1-1 Features Chapter 1 Overview Advanced performance Subtle video imaging through a variety of detail effects Selectable aspect ratio of 16:9 or 4:3 Superb stability The BVP-570WSPK is capable of stable operation over long periods and extreme temperature variations. Easy setup Unlike previous video camera models, the BVP- 570WSPK supports setup operations using numerical data, eliminating on-board volume adjustments required in previous video camera models. Easy reproduction of setup conditions allow uniform color matching even when using multiple cameras. Improved reliability The BVP-570WSPK provides self-diagnostics for the entire digital signal processing range. Built-in Power HAD Sensor CCD block Automatic adjustment of black/white balance and memory function A simple switch operation enables the automatic adjustment of the black set, black balance, and white balance. Adjustment settings are saved in memory, and maintained even when video camera is turned off, eliminating the need to make adjustments each time you turn on the video camera. By selecting the setting to suit the lighting conditions, the camera is automatically adjusted according to the white balance saved in memory. Preset white balances for various temperatures can also be selected when there is no time to make an adjustment. Expanded number of Automatic Setup Items In addition to level settings (white/black balance, black set, etc.), automatic setup is now possible for shading compensation. A built-in CCD block incorporates a Power HAD sensor 1)TM CCD 2) with 600,000 pixels to achieve high image quality suitable for Electronic Field Production. The CCD has the following characteristics: High sensitivity High signal-to-noise ratio: 63 db (standard) Very low smear Very low flare Remote control of filter position is also possible by attaching the optional BKDW-701 Servo Filter Unit.... 1) Power HAD Power Hole-Accumulated Diode Power HAD is a trademark of Sony Corporation 2) CCD Charge-Coupled Device 1-2 Chapter 1 Overview

7 Sophisticated electronic shutter An advanced built-in electronic shutter allows you to capture even fast-moving objects with very little blurring. The shutter can also be used in the following special mode: Clear Scan 1)TM (CLS) mode: suitable for shooting monitor screens with vertical scanning frequencies of over 50.2 Hz, to obtain images with no horizontal streaks of noise. Easy setup by setup menu (use of rotary encoder) A setup menu display provided on the viewfinder screen makes setting up the video camera quick and easy. Items that can be set or selected on the setup menu include shutter speed, shutter modes (CLS), display items on the viewfinder screen, video amplifier gain, safety zone marker 2), center marker 3), and camera ID. The use of an external monitor screen or rotary encoder makes setting up even easier. High-performance viewfinder (optional BVF-10CE/20WCE/C10W) Three types of optional viewfinders are provided for various uses. A quick-start type of CRT shows an image almost immediately after the power is turned on. A high-resolution CRT gives a crisp image that allows easy focusing. A low-flare type of CRT provides the viewfinder screen with high visibility. Menu operations that allow you to switch on and off the safety zone marker indicating the effective imaging area, and the center marker indicating the center of the image. A large aperture design for clear viewing, even with your eye away from the viewfinder. An easily detachable eyepiece. With the eyepiece removed, the center of the image remains clear, even from a distance. Removal of the eyepiece also allows the CRT screen and mirror to be easily cleaned. Viewfinder position that is adjustable forward and backward as well as right and left. The addition of the optional BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket allows you to quickly fold the viewfinder away to prevent collisions between the video camera and your leg while carrying the camera by its grip. The attachment of an optional fog-proof filter (Part No ) prevents breath or vapor condensation. Chapter 1 Overview Various viewfinder displays The viewfinder screen not only shows operationrelated messages, a zebra pattern 4), a safety zone marker and a center marker, but also the principal settings of the video camera in both characters and symbols. Above and below the viewfinder screen are also arranged red and green tally lamps, a battery level indicator, warning lamps, and a lamp indicating existence of nonstandard settings, allowing you to quickly verify settings and camera operations.... 1) CLS Clear Scan is a trademark of Sony Corporation. 2) Safety zone marker A box indicating an area equal to 80% to 90% of the total viewfinder area. 3) Center marker A cross indicating the center of the viewfinder screen. 4) Zebra pattern A striped pattern on the viewfinder screen that allows you to ascertain the video level of the subject by indicating picture areas with a video level of about 490 mv and of 700 mv or above. Chapter 1 Overview 1-3

8 1-1 Features Chapter 1 Overview Wide range of selectable video amplifier gain values Nine gain values ranging from 3 db to +30 db can be selected for the video amplifier. Even with a high gain value, pictures with little noise can be obtained due to the video camera s high signal-to-noise ratio. EVS An EVS 1) incorporating newly developed CCD-drive technology achieves a vertical resolution of 530 TV lines while suppressing line flicker. Remote control capability You can connect an optional RM-P9 Remote Control Unit to the video camera to remotely control the camera s principal functions. Other features Genlock function (when using a camera adaptor) Time code genlock function (when using the BVV- 5PS Betacam SP VTR) Drip-proof construction Automatic iris closing mechanism The lens iris closes automatically when: the black balance is adjusted automatically, or the black shading is adjusted automatically. Playback monitoring during recording Setting the RET switch below the lens mount allows the monitoring on the viewfinder screen of the playback picture or return video signal from the camera control unit, even while you continue to shoot. Related manuals In addition to the present Operation Manual, the BVP- 570WSPK comes with a separate Maintenance Manual. Please refer to the Maintenance Manual for details on internal electrical and electronic circuitry, and switches, etc., and for technical information regarding maintenance. EBU color bar generation The built-in color bar generation circuits provide an EBU type color bar signal that allows easy adjustment of a color monitor. Recording functions An external microphone can be mounted on the video camera. When a Betacam SP portable VTR to the video camera is attached, the recording level on audio channel 1 can be easily adjusted with a control knob on the front of the viewfinder.... 1) EVS Enhanced Vertical definition System 1-4 Chapter 1 Overview

9 1-2 System Configuration BVF-55CE 5-inch Monochrome Viewfinder VFH-500 Viewfinder Hood CA-57AP CCU-370P DCU-371WSP BVF-10CE 1.5-inch Black and White Viewfinder CA-55AP CCU-355P Chapter 1 Overview BVF-C10W 1.35-inch color Viewfinder CA-50AP CCU-350P BKDW-701 Servo Filter Unit BVF-20WCE 2-inch Black and White Viewfinder BKW-401 Rotary Bracket BVP-570WSPK CA-553 Betacam Adaptor CA-3A BVW-50P BVV-5PS Zoom lens BKP-5530 Camera Carrying Handle VCT-14 Tripod Adaptor RM-P9 Remote Control Unit VCS-700 Video Selector CA-550P/ 570P CAC-6 Return Select Box BVW-50P DVW-250P CCZ cable CCA-5 cable (200m) CNU-700 Command Network Unit MSU-700 CA-530 CCA-5 cable (50m) RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panel CCA-5 cable (200m) CCA-5 cable (200m) CCA-5 cable (200m) BKP-L551 BP-L60/L90 DC-300 BP-90A RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panel Triax cable Triax cable CCU-550P CCU-700P BKP-7931 Sub Encoder Unit BKP-7900 Expansion Board Chapter 1 Overview 1-5

10 1-1 Features Chapter 1 Overview 1-6 Chapter 1 Overview

11 2-1 Accessory Attachments Grip 7 LENS connector 1 1/4" screw 2 Shoulder strap fitting 3 Lens fixing lever 4 Lens mount cap 5 Lens mount 6 Tripod mount Chapter 2 Locations and of Parts and Controls Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 1 1/4" screw (for light attachment) Use to attach a video light. You can find the screw under the screw cap. 2 Shoulder strap fitting Use to attach the supplied shoulder strap to the video camera when a camera adaptor is attached. Fix one end of the strap to this fitting and the other end to the fitting on the camera adaptor. 3 Lens fixing lever Use to fix the lens (not supplied) onto the lens mount. 4 Lens mount cap Keep this cap on when no lens is mounted. To remove, push up the lens fixing lever 3. 5 Lens mount Attach a lens (not supplied) to this mount. 6 Tripod mount When using a tripod, fit the VCT-14 tripod adaptor to this mount. 7 LENS connector (12-pin) Use to connect the cable attached to the mounted lens. The lens is controlled from the video camera through this connector. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-1

12 2-2 Controls 2-2 Controls 1 Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever 2 Viewfinder left-right positioning lever 3 Viewfinder stopper Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 4 Microphone (supplied with the BVF-10CE) 7 MENU SEL control/button 8 CANCEL switch 5 Diopter adjustment ring 6 Viewfinder 9 PEAKING control!º CONTRAST control PEAKING CONTRAST BRIGHT! BRIGHT control DISPLAY ZEBRA TALLY (not used)! ZEBRA switch! TALLY switch BVF-10CE 2-2 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

13 1 Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever Loosen to adjust the viewfinder position in the frontto-rear direction. 2 Viewfinder left-right positioning lever Loosen to adjust the viewfinder position sideways. 3 Viewfinder stopper Prevents the viewfinder from falling when it is moved sideways. 4 Microphone (supplied with the BVF-10CE) Picks up sound when shooting. 5 Diopter adjustment ring Adjusts image visibility on the viewfinder screen. 6 Viewfinder Displays, in black and white, the image being shot or the picture being played back by a VTR connected to the video camera, and various warnings and messages regarding the operation and settings of the video camera. A zebra pattern, a safety zone marker, and a center marker also appear on the viewfinder screen. For details on the various viewfinder displays, see Section 4-5 Indicators in the Viewfinder on page 4-11.! TALLY switch Controls the tally lamps as follows: HIGH: The tally lamps brightness is set to high. OFF: The tally lamps are disabled. LOW: The tally lamps brightness is set to low.! ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch Controls the zebra pattern display on the viewfinder screen as follows: ON: A zebra pattern appears continuously. OFF: No zebra pattern appears. MOMENTARY: A zebra pattern appears for 5 to 6 seconds. The zebra pattern is set to indicate areas of the picture where the video level is about 490 mv and of 700 mv or above. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 7 MENU SEL (select) control/button (rotary encoder) Selects and sets the menu item displayed on the viewfinder screen. 8 CANCEL switch Cancels the contents of a menu setting, or returns to the previous page of a menu. 9 PEAKING control Adjusts the picture sharpness of the viewfinder screen. Appropriate setting of this control makes focusing easier. This control has no effect on the output signals of the video camera.!º CONTRAST control Adjusts the picture contrast of the viewfinder screen. This control has no effect on the output signal of the video camera.! BRIGHT control Adjusts the picture brightness of the viewfinder screen. This control has no effect on the output signals of the video camera. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-3

14 2-2 Controls Eyecup Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls! FILTER selector! VF DISP selector! R/G/B selector! ENC/RGB selector!ª AUTO W/B BAL CAMERA/VTR GAIN OUTPUT/DCC WHITE BAL CA VTR/CA Betacam adaptor mounting screw! FILTER (optical filter) selector Selects the filter to be used according to the lighting conditions. Sixteen filter selections are available, consisting of different combinations of ND (neutral density) filters (inner filter knob) and color temperature conversion filters (outer filter ring). ND filter Color temperature conversion filter 1 Straight through A Cross filter 2 1/4ND B 3200K 3 1/16ND C 4300K 4 1/64ND D 6300K When you change the setting of this selector while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the new setting appears in the message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 CA screw! VF DISP (display) selector Turns on and off viewfinder screen indications (character displays, safety zone marker, center marker) and menu displays. ON: The characters indicating the operation status appear on the viewfinder screen. OFF: No character or marker display appears on the viewfinder screen. MENU: The setup menu appears on the viewfinder screen. For details on how to make settings through the setup menu, see 4-7 Setup by OPERATION Menu on page Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

15 ! R/G/B (red/green/blue) selector Selects the component signal to be output from the TEST OUT connector when the ENC/RGB selector is set to RGB. The output of R-G or B-G signals may also be set by menu operations. For details, see the maintenance manual.! ENC/RGB (encoded composite video signal/ RGB signal) selector Selects the video signal output from the TEST OUT connector. ENC: A composite video signal is output. RGB: The component video signal selected by the R/ G/B selector is output. Note While the SDI output connected to CA-530 is in use, or the tally indicator is lighting, RGB mode cannot be selected.!ª AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white/black balance adjustment) switch Specifies the automatic adjustment of the white balance and black balance. WHT: Automatic adjustment of the white balance. If the WHITE BAL selector is set to A or B, the adjusted value is stored in the corresponding memory. BLK: Automatic adjustment of black set and black balance. The adjusted value is stored in a special CAMERA/VTR selector Selects the mode which determines if a Betacam SP VTR attached to the video camera starts recording. OFF, SAVE The VTR does not start recording and no image appears on the viewfinder screen even if you press the VTR START button. This is a power saving position for times when the VTR is not in use. OFF CAMERA VTR SAVE ON, SAVE The VTR starts recording when you press the VTR START button. If recording is being restarted on a tape with a previous shot, the shot switching portion of recording may be become disarrayed. This is a power saving position for times when the VTR is not in use. ON STBY ON, STBY The VTR starts recording the moment you press the VTR START GAIN selector Selects the video amplifier gain according to the lighting conditions. The selector has three positions (L, M, and H) that can be assigned a set of three gain values through the setup menu. The factory settings are as follows: L: 0 db M: 9 db H: 18 db For details on setting the gain, see Setting the GAIN Selector Values on page Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls When you change the setting of this selector while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY item of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the new setting appears in the message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. (Example: GAIN: 12dB ) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-5

16 2-2 Controls Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic Contrast Control) selector Selects the signal (color bar signal or video signal) to be output to the viewfinder, the VTR connector and the TEST OUT connector while turning on or off the DCC 1) function. The settings of this selector and their effects are as follows: BARS, DCC OFF A color bar signal is output. The DCC function is not activated. When you change the selector from CAM, DCC ON to this position while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the indication DCC: OFF appears for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen. CAM, DCC OFF The video signal is output. The DCC function is not activated. When you change the selector from CAM, DCC ON to this position while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the indication DCC:OFF appears for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen. BARS OUTPUT DCC OFF CAM ON CAM, DCC ON The video signal is output and the DCC function is activated. When you change the selector to this position while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the indication DCC:ON appears for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen. Set this selector to BARS, DCC OFF in the following cases: When adjusting a video monitor connected to the video camera. When adjusting the color bar signal. Note When you change the setting of this selector from BARS, DCC OFF to CAM, DCC ON, the lens iris, when set for manual adjustment, may not return to its exact previous state. You should therefore check the iris opening before starting to shoot. To set the auto knee menu to normal auto knee (NOR) or adaptive mode (ADP) when DCC is on, go to the W. CLIP/KNEE page of the PAINT WHITE BAL (white balance memory) selector Selects the white balance adjustment method and the white balance memory bank to be used. PRST (preset): The video camera is adjusted to the preset white balance value for the color temperature of 3200K. A or B: White balance memory bank A or B is selected. When you push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT, the white balance is adjusted for the color temperature corresponding to the setting of the FILTER selector. The adjusted white balance value is stored in the selected memory. The memory banks can store 4 white balance values each, for a total of 8. When you change the setting of this selector while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the new setting appears in the message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. (Examples: WHITE: Ach. WHITE:PRESET CA mount Mounts a CA-530/550P/570P Camera VTR/CA connector (68 2-pin) Connects the 68 2-pin connector of equipment mounted on the CA Betacam adaptor mounting screw Use these screws to mount the CA-553 Betacam CA screw Tighten the screw to fix the CA-530/550P/570P Camera Adaptor to the video camera.... 1) DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control) (AUTO KNEE) When shooting against a very bright background with the iris opening adjusted to the subject, objects in the background will be lost in the glare. In such cases, the DCC function will restore much of the lost detail. This function is effective when high contrast is involved, as in the following cases: When shooting people in the shade under a clear sky. When shooting people in front of a window against a bright background outside. 2-6 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

17 # VF connector Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and TEST OUT REMOTE connector # MIC LEVEL control #º MIC connector # SHUTTER switch # VTR START TEST OUT connector (BNC type) Outputs the signal selected by the ENC/RGB selector and the R/G/B selector. You can connect a video monitor or a VTR to this REMOTE connector (6-pin) Connects the optional RM-P9 Remote Control Unit. The RM-P9 controls the main functions on the BVP- 570WSPK. Note Do not connect the RM-P9 to the REMOTE connector on the optional CA-3A (not supplied) Camera Adaptor as this will result in operational errors. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 2-7

18 2-2 Controls #º MIC (microphone) connector (XLR type, 3-pin, female) Connects a microphone cable to accept a phantom power supply. Power to the microphone is supplied through this connector. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls # VTR START button Press this button to start recording, and press it again to stop. Functions exactly the same as the VTR button on the lens. When a camera control unit is attached through a camera adaptor, hold down this button to talk to the camera control unit operator through the intercom microphone of the camera adaptor. By setting an internal switch in the camera adaptor or SYSTEM CONFIG menu, you can monitor the return video 2 signal from the camera control unit on the viewfinder screen when you hold down this button. For details on changing the internal switch setting of the camera adaptor, refer to the operation manual for the camera adaptor. For details on changing the SYSTEM CONFIG menu setting of the camera, refer to the maintenance manual. # SHUTTER switch Set to ON when using the electronic shutter. Set to SEL when changing the shutter speed/mode. When you change the shutter speed/mode while the MESSAGE setting in the VF DISPLAY items of OPERATION menu is set to ON, the new setting appears in the message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. (Examples: :SS:1/125, :CLS:50.2Hz ) For details on setting the shutter speed/mode, see Setting the Shutter Mode/Speed on page 4-7. # MIC LEVEL (microphone level) control Adjusts the recording level of the microphone. # VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin) Connects the cable of a viewfinder. When using the BVF-50CE 5-inch viewfinder, always use the specified viewfinder cable (Part No ). 2-8 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

19 3-1 Notes on Handling Precautions Notes on CCD Image Sensors To keep the video camera in good operating condition, take the following precautions: Do not subject the video camera to strong shocks or vibrations This may damage the exterior of the video camera as well as its internal circuits. After use Turn off the equipment connected to the video camera Where to store the video camera On a flat surface in an air-conditioned place. Do not expose the video camera to: extreme temperatures excessive moisture excessive vibrations strong magnetic fields direct sunlight or heaters for long periods Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Vertical smear Vertical smear consists of vertical banding may appear an extremely bright object during shooting. This is likely to occur at faster electronic shutter speeds. Image with vertical, light trails appears. Extremely bright object (a mercury lamp, the sun, reflected light, and so on) The monitor screen Aliasing Aliasing is the jagged appearance that stripes or lines assume during shooting. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-1

20 3-2 Connections 3-3 Connections You can attach either a Betacam SP VTR or a camera adaptor to the video camera. Attaching a camera adaptor allows you to connect other equipment such as a VTR, a camera control unit, and an AC adaptor. 3 Attach the CA-553 to the video camera. CA Attaching a Betacam SP VTR Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Attaching a BVV-5PS Betacam SP VTR to the video camera requires the use of the CA-553 Betacam 50-pin interface (not supplied). Attaching a Betacam SP VTR 1 Remove the grip of the video camera. Loosen the screws with screwdriver. 4 Remove the VTR grip. Tighten the screws. Loosen the screws. 5 Connect the VTR to the video camera. 2 Attach the grip supplied with the CA-553 to the video camera. Tighten the screws. BVV-5PS You may also attach the optional BKP-5530 carrying handle (for the BVV-5PS). CA Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

21 6 Securely tighten the two screws supplied with the VTR. 2 Securely tighten the CA screw supplied with the camera. Tighten the screws Attaching a Camera Adaptor When the CA-550P/570P Camera Adaptor is attached to the video camera, you can connect a VTR, a camera control unit, or an AC adaptor to the camera adaptor. Tighten the CA screw. Removing a Camera Adaptor Completely loosen the CA screw on the video camera until it idles and then remove the camera adaptor while pushing the CA screw. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Attaching a Camera Adaptor 1 Attach the CA-550P/570P Camera Adaptor to the video camera. Hook the upper part of the CA mount then push the lower part securely. Then make sure the video camera adaptor is completely attached to the video camera. Loosen the CA screw on the video camera until it idles and then remove the camera adaptor while pushing the CA screw. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-3

22 3-3 Connections Connecting a VTR to the camera adaptor You can connect VTR to the CA-550P/570P/530 Camera Adaptor attached to the video camera. You can then connect the following VTRs to the video camera and use the following connecting cables: CA-550P/570P/530 Camera Adaptor Connecting a camera control unit/remote control panel to the camera adaptor You can connect the CCU-700P to the CA-550P/570P Camera Adaptor attached to the video camera. You cannot use a camera control unit and an RM-P9 Remote Control Unit connected to the video camera at the same time. If you do, operation errors will occur. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera BVP-570WSPK Connecting Cable CCZ-2 (2 m) CCZ-10 (10 m) 26-pin 26-pin Portable Video Cassette Recorder BVV-5PS BVW-50P DVW-250P CA-550P/570P Camera Adaptor BVP-570WSPK Triax Cable (CCT cable) Microphone output Connecting an AC adaptor to the camera adaptor CCU-700P Camera Control Unit Video output Power input You can connect the AC-500CE/550CE AC Adaptor to the CA-550P/570P/530 Camera Adaptor attached to the video camera. CA-550P/570P/530 Camera Adaptor CA-550P/570P/530 Camera Adaptor DC IN 4-pin BVP-570WSPK Connecting Cable CCZQ-2 (2 m) CCZQ-10 (10 m) 14-pin 26-pin AC Adaptor AC-500CE/ 550CE DC connecting cable Microphone output Video output Power input VBS for genlock BVP-570WSPK Connecting Cable CCA-5 RCP-700 Series Remote Control Panel 3-4 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

23 Functions obtained by connecting a camera control unit By connecting a camera control unit to the video camera for operation from a remote control panel or master set-up unit, you can operate the following functions as you would do through menu operations on the camera: Auto set-up (level adjustments and automatic black and white balance adjustments) Clearing of scene files or set-up file data Clearing of painting data Output of test signal Output of color bars and test signals If you carry out auto set-up from a remote control panel or master set-up unit, it is possible to carry out the set-up even while color bars or a test signal is being output. After completing the set-up, the color bars or test signal reappears in the viewfinder. Turning off the video camera while color bars or a test signal is being output ends the output of the color bars or test signal. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera For details, refer to the optional BVP-500 series video camera system manual. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-5

24 3-3 Power Supply 4-3 Delete play For details on the power supply of external equipment, refer to the operation manual of the respective equipment With a Betacam SP VTR Attached When a Betacam SP VTR is attached to the video camera through a CA- 553 Camera Adaptor, the video camera is supplied with power from the VTR via the VTR/CA connector. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera With a Camera Adaptor Attached When a camera adaptor is attached to the video camera, the video camera uses one of the following power supplies: The power source of equipment connected to the camera adaptor The power supplied to the camera adaptor via its AC adaptor Batteries inserted into the camera adaptor For details on equipment that can be connected to a camera adaptor, see Attaching a Camera Adaptor on page 3-3. Camera Adaptor BVP-570WSPK DC IN 4-pin DC OUT DC power cable (supplied with the AC-500CE/550CE) VTR Camera Control Unit AC Adaptor AC-500CE/ 550CE AC Adaptor AC-500CE/ 550CE Battery Adaptor DC-300 Battery Pack BP-90A Power Input Power Input BKP-L551 Lithium-ion Battery Pack BP-L60/L Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

25 3-4 Mounting a Lens Use the procedure described below to mount a lens (not supplied) on the video camera. Handle the lens with care, referring to the manual supplied with it. 5 2 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 4 1,3 1 Push up the lens fixing lever and remove the lens mount cap from the lens mount. 2 Align the center pin on the end of the lens barrel with the center slot in the lens mount and insert the lens into the lens mount. 3 While supporting the lens, push down the lens fixing lever to fix the lens. 4 Plug the lens cable into the LENS connector. 5 Fasten the cable with the cable clamps. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-7

26 3-5 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length 4-3 Delete play You should adjust the flange focal length 1) when: mounting a lens for the first time; changing the lens; or the lens does not stay in focus when zooming from telephoto to wide angle. To adjust the flange focal length, proceed as follows: Note The location of the controls for adjusting the flange local length differ according to lens. For details on the location of the controls, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the lens being used. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera About 3 m (10 ft) Adjusting the flange focal length 1 Set the iris to manual and open it to the maximum. 2 Position a flange focal length adjustment chart about 3 m (10 ft) away from the video camera and illuminate it brightly enough to provide an appropriate video output level. 3 Loosen the fixing screws on the Ff (flange focal length) adjustment ring. 4 Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto. 5 Point the camera at the chart, and focus on the chart. 6 Zoom to wide angle. 7 Turn the Ff adjustment ring until the chart is in focus. Be careful not to disturb the focusing ring at this time. 8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus while zooming from wide angle to telephoto. 9 Tighten the Ff ring fixing screws.... 1) Flange focal length The distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to the imaging plane. 3-8 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

27 3-6 Adjusting the Viewfinder You can adjust the viewfinder position towards the left or right, and towards the front or back to facilitate viewing through the viewfinder. Moving front and back Moving the Viewfinder Moving left and right Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 2 1 Loosen the front-rear positioning ring of the viewfinder. 2 Slide the viewfinder to the front or back to the most convenient position. 3 Tighten the front-rear positioning ring. 1 Loosen the left-right positioning ring on the viewfinder. 2 Slide the viewfinder sideways to the most convenient position. 3 Tighten the left-right positioning ring. When storing the video camera in the carrying case Always store the video camera with the viewfinder moved fully in the direction opposite to the barrel, and the viewfinder left-right positioning ring fastened. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-9

28 3-7 Adjusting the Viewfinder Preventing the viewfinder from hitting your leg To prevent the viewfinder from hitting your leg as you walk while carrying the video camera by the grip, use the BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not supplied) to turn the viewfinder upward as illustrated below Adjusting the Focus and Screen of the Viewfinder Adjusting the viewfinder focus To adjust the viewfinder focus for your particular eyesight, turn the diopter adjustment ring until the image on the viewfinder screen is sharp. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Diopter adjustment ring Adjusting the viewfinder screen To adjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the viewfinder screen, rotate the controls illustrated below. PEAKING control Note Before using the BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket turn the viewfinder upward (when a Betacam SP VTR is not attached to the video camera), move and secure the viewfinder a little forward from its backmost position; if you do not, the arm of the bracket may hit the grip on the video camera. PEAKING CONTRAST BRIGHT DISPLAY ZEBRA TALLY CONTRAST control BRIGHT control 3-10 Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

29 3-6-3 Detaching the Viewfinder 1 Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise until the red match marks on the locking ring and the viewfinder barrel are aligned. 1 2 Match mark 3 Viewfinder stopper Match mark 2 Detach the eyepiece. Locking ring Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 1 Loosen the left-right positioning ring on the viewfinder. 2 Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow, then detach the viewfinder. 3 Remove the viewfinder cable from the clamps, then disconnect the connector Detaching the Eyepiece While shooting with your eye away from the viewfinder, you can detach the eyepiece to get a clearer view of the entire screen. The CRT screen and mirror can also be cleaned more easily when the eyepiece is detached. To detach the eyepiece, proceed as follows: Match mark on the end of the eyepiece Refitting the eyepiece 1 Align the match mark on the eyepiece locking ring with the match mark on the viewfinder barrel. 2 Align the match mark on the eyepiece end (see illustration in step 2 of Detaching the Eyepiece above) with the match marks on the eyepiece locking ring and viewfinder barrel, then insert the eyepiece into the viewfinder barrel. 3 Turn the eyepiece locking ring clockwise until its LOCK indication arrow head is pointed at the match mark on the viewfinder barrel. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-11

30 3-7 Connecting a Microphone 2-2 Controls This section describes how to attach an external microphone (not supplied) in addition to the supplied one, and how to detach the supplied microphone. 3 Attach the microphone holder (A). Using a CRS-3P Microphone Suspension (not supplied) will reduce the effect that vibration (such as that generated by an attached Betacam SP VTR) has on recording. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Attaching a Microphone with a Suspension 1 Connect the microphone holder (A) to the CRS-3P Microphone Suspension (not supplied). Microphone holder (A) (Part No ) CRS-3P Microphone Suspension Tighten the screw. 4 Attach the microphone to the microphone suspension, then connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN connector on either the camera adaptor or the VTR. If you connect the cable to the camera adaptor, set the microphone switch on the camera adaptor to EXT. For the location of the microphone selector, refer to the operation manual supplied with the camera adaptor. 2 Loosen the mounting screws on the microphone holder, then remove the microphone adaptor Attaching a Microphone Without a Suspension 1 If the microphone is too slim to be firmly held by the microphone holder, attach the microphone adaptor to the microphone. 2 Attach the microphone to the microphone holder. 3 Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN connector on either the camera adaptor or the VTR. If you connect the cable to the camera adaptor, set the microphone switch on the camera adaptor to EXT. For the location of the microphone selector, refer to the operation manual supplied with the camera adaptor Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

31 3-8 Mounting on a Tripod To mount the video camera on a tripod using the VCT- 14 tripod adaptor, proceed as follows: 1 Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. Select the screw hole in the tripod adaptor that fits the fixing screw on your tripod camera mount and gives the best balance for the video camera. Taking the video camera off the tripod adaptor While pressing the red button against the lever, move the lever in the direction of the arrow. Tripod adaptor Tripod Camera mount 2 Attach the video camera to the tripod adaptor. Slide the camera forward along the groove in the adaptor until it clicks. Lever Red button If the pin remains in the middle The tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position even after the video camera is removed. If this happens, press the red button against the lever and move the lever in the direction of the arrow again, until the pin returns to its original position. If the pin remains in the middle (engaged) position, you cannot mount the video camera on the tripod adaptor. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Stowed position Pin Tripod adaptor Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-13

32 3-9 Attaching the Shoulder Strap 2-2 Controls Use the following procedure to attach the shoulder strap supplied with the CA-550P/570P for carrying the video camera. Attaching the shoulder strap clip Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Shoulder strap post Removing the shoulder strap Pull up on the strap to lock it. Press here to release Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

33 3-10 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position Depending on the types of a lens, the center of gravity moves to the front. Adjust the shoulder pad position as shown below: Shoulder pad (small) Shoulder pad (large) Lift up the small shoulder pad. You can also use the small shoulder pad temporally as the chest pad while keeping it lifted up. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 2 While pushing down the large shoulder pad, move it to the front. Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera 3-15

34 3-11 Connecting a Remote Control Unit 2-2 Controls Connecting an RM-P9 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) to the video camera allows you to control the principal camera functions remotely. Note Before connecting the remote control unit to the video camera, turn the camera off. BVP-570WSPK Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera Camera Adaptor To REMOTE connector (6-pin) Remote control cable (10m (about 33 ft), supplied with RM-P9) To Remote connector Remote Control Unit RM-P9 After connecting an RM-P9 to the video camera, it will be ready for operation by remote control as soon as you turn the camera on. To discontinue remote control, detach the RM-P9. For details on operations, refer to the RM-P9 operation and maintenance manual Chapter 3 Setting Up the Video Camera

35 4-1 Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance To obtain consistently high picture quality as you use the video camera, it may become necessary to adjust the black balance and white balance, depending on the conditions. When to adjust the black balance When the video camera is first used. When the video camera has not been used for a long time. When the temperature conditions have changed greatly. When the GAIN selector values have been changed through menu settings. There is normally no need to adjust the black balance when the camera is turned on. When to adjust the white balance Adjust the white balance whenever the lighting conditions change. Display on the viewfinder screen If you start adjusting the black balance or white balance adjustment, messages indicating the adjustment progress and results appear on the viewfinder screen. Notes Automatic adjustments and setting values are saved in the video camera s memory, even when the power is turned off. This information, however, is lost when the backup battery on the AT-126 board, which has a battery life of 1 year, becomes exhausted. If the battery voltage is low, a warning appears in the viewfinder when you turn on the unit. Replace the backup battery with the new one within a few days. If you do not replace the backup battery, the adjustment and setting values in the video camera s memory will be lost Adjusting the Black Balance During automatic black balance adjustment, adjustments are made in order of black set, then black balance. Black shading can also be adjusted. Manual adjustment of black balance can be selected from the setup menu. For details on manual black balance adjustment, refer to the maintenance manual. Steps for black balance adjustment 1 Set the switches as follows: VF DISP: OFF GAIN: Set as low as possible OUTPUT/DCC: CAM 2 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK, and remove your finger to release the switch. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording AUTO W/B BAL switch The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is activated. (Continued) Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 4-1

36 4-1 Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording During the adjustment, the following messages appear on the viewfinder screen: BLACK : OP -BLACK SET- The sequence of the messages is as follows: BLACK SET mblack BAL mcheck The adjustment ends after a few seconds, and the message BLACK: OK appears. The adjustment is automatically stored in memory. Notes When adjustment of the black balance is already accurate, it may be omitted to minimize overall adjustment time. During black balance adjustment, the iris is automatically closed. During black balance adjustment, the gain selecting circuit is automatically activated and so flickering may occur on the viewfinder screen. This is not a malfunction. If automatic black balance adjustment is not possible If the black balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about three seconds on the viewfinder screen. The various error messages that may appear are as follows: Black balance adjustment error messages Error message BLACK:NG IRIS NOT CLOSED BLACK: NG R (or G or B): TIME LIMIT BLACK:NG R (or G or B): OVERFLOW Meaning The lens iris did not close, so adjustment was impossible. Adjustment could not be completed within the standard number of attempts. The difference between the reference value and the current value exceeds the maximum adjustment range, making adjustment impossible. If one of the above error messages appears, try adjusting the black balance again. If an error message still appears, an internal check is necessary. For details on the internal check, refer to the maintenance manual. Black balance memory Values stored in memory are saved for about one week when the video camera is turned off. 4-2 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording