Panasonic AW-F575E User Manual
At the normal (NOR) position, the lens i s operating
with normal lens iris openings
Notes:
1 If this switch is used, be sure to return it to the
detent NOR position after use.
2 If the camera is aimed at an extremely bright
object, such as the sun or a lamp, vertical bars
(smear) may appear in the picture. This is a
(smear) may appear in the picture. This is a
peculiar phenomenon of the CCD and is quite
normal. Try as much as possible to avoid shoot-
ing scenes
extremely bright light, as this
could also be harmful to the camera.
3. Set this switch t o the NOR position when the cam-
era is used together with the Remote Control Unit
(RCU)
8. 68-pin Multi Connector
When mounting the dockable VCR or the AW-AD
500AE Camera Adaptor, engage the 68-pin connec-
tors on the Camera Head and VCR/VTR Adaptor, or
Camera Adaptor.
9. Recording/Tally Indicator (REC TALLY)
1/120
sec.
1000 lux
This indicator changes to one of these three colours,
depending on the camera mode.
This indicator lights red when the camera is set to the
recordlng mode (through the VTR Start/Stop Button).
and informs that the scene is being recorded. The
Tally Indicator also lights when the camera is in full
system operation together with the Remote Control
Unit and Special Effects Generator. In case a tape is
not loaded or the tape end is reached, or if the servo
mechanism is working improperly, this indicator will
start blinking to warn the operator of such faults. This
Indicator lights green when the camera is set to the
shutter on mode.
This indicator lights yellow when the
camera is set to the recordlng mode and the shutter
on mode is selected.
Note: If a portable VTR is not connected to the cam-
era, the Recording/Tally Indicator will not light.
1/250 sec.
1/500 sec.
2000 lux
4000 lux
1/1000 sec.
1/2000 sec.
8000 lux
16000 lux
1/4000 sec.
32000 lux
1/10000 sec. 80000 lux
2 . In the electronic shutter operation, the vertical
smear of CCD is emphasized since greater light
intensity is required as mentioned above. Avoid
shooting scenes which contain extremely bright
objects. Refer to PECULIAR PHENOMENA OF
THE CCD on page 59
3
The white balance may be disturbed if the 1/1000
- 1/10000
the camera is in the +18 dB high gain condition
10. Scene File Selection Switch
(SCENE FILE, USER A/B/1/2/3)
This switch is used to select the most suitable camera
conditions for various scenes to obtain the best pic-
ture
1: Studio Mode
This position is suitable for shooting in normal
condition
Note: This level is adjusted under the condition of
2000 lux, 3200º K at F8
2: ENG Mode
This position is suitable for shooting under
rescent, halogen or outdoor lighting
Note: The selection of fluorescent, halogen or
outdoor lighting can be selected on the Main
Menu.
3: Low Light Mode
This position is suitable for low illumination level
shooting
USER A/B: The camera conditions can be set to the
desired level by the user
11. Electronic Shutter On/Off Switch (SHUTTER,
ON/OFF)
This switch is used to select the Electronic Shutter
On/Off mode.
When setting this switch to the ON position, the shutter
speed is in a speed set by the menu
Notes:
1
In the electronic shutter operatlon, the light of the
object/scene is taken i n a short period of time.
Therefore, higher shutter speeds require greater
scene illumination.
Shutter Speed
Minimum Illumination (at F8)
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12. Back Light Compensation Switch
(BACK LIGHT COMP ON/OFF)
When backlight affects the picture, turn on this switch
for a clear picture.
Note: Be sure to set the Auto Iris Button of the lens to
the A (Auto) position or activate the Electronic
Light Control
13. Page Switch (PAGE)
By repeated pressing of this switch, the Initial Set and
User Set menus can be changed in the viewfinder or
on the monitor.
14. Item / I Noise Suppress Switch (ITEM/I-NS)
When the User Set Switch is set to the position 1 or 2,
this switch is used to move the cursor t o the various
items i n the menu.
When the User Set Switch is set to the OFF position,
the I Noise Suppress in the menu can be selected by
this switch.
Note: Noise of the I axis on the vector can be sup-
pressed when the Detail Level Selection Switch
(20) is set to the HIGH or LOW position
15. Up/Zone Switch (UP/ZONE)
When the User Set Switch is set to the position 1 or 2,
the On mode of an item can be selected and/or the
level of an item can be increased i n the menu by this
switch.
When the User Set Switch is set to the OFF position
the display on or off of the centre marker or safety
zone into t h e viewfinder c a n b e selected b y this
switch
Notes:
1
The marker shows the electronic centre of the pic-
ture and might not coincide with the optical centre
of the picture
2. The center marker on/off and type of safety zone
can be set by the Sub Menu
16. Down/Level Indicator Switch (DOWN/IND)
When the User Set Switch is set to the position 1 or 2.
the Off mode of an item can be selected and/or the
level of an item can be decreased i n the menu
When the User Set Switch is set to the OFF position,
t h e display On/Off of t h e z e b r a pattern into t h e
viewfinder can be controlled by pressing this switch
Picture images exceeding a specified level (95 IRE)
will produce a zebra pattern barely visible
Note: The zebra level can be set by the Sub Menu
17. Clean DNR (Digital Noise Reduction) Selection
Switch (DNR OFF, LOW, HIGH)
This switch is used to improve the S/N ratio on the
screen
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19. User Set Switch (USER SET 1, 2, OFF)
By setting this switch to the position 1, a Menu select-
ed by the Scene File Switch is displayed i n the
viewfinder and menu setting is available.
By setting this switch to the position 2, a Menu select-
ed by the Scene File Selection Switch is displayed i n
the viewfinder and the monitor.
To display the normal picture i n the viewfinder or on
the monitor set this switch to the OFF position (The
menu is kept under the last condition)
Note: To select the USER A or USER B Menu, set the
Scene File Selection Switch (10) to the USER
position while pressing the Page Switch (13) or
Check Button (25)
When setting the Scene File Selection Switch (10)
to the USER position without the Page Switch or
Check Button, the last selected menu of USER A
or B is displayed.
19. High Light Chroma Switch (HL CHROMA ON/OFF)
This Switch is used to obtain the goad picture in the
high brightness condiition.
By setting this switch to the ON position. The low or
high level can be selected in the Sub Menu or User
Ser menu
Note: When the HL CHROMA is set to the HIGH posi-
tion, the object in the high brightness condition
might be coloured.
20. Detail Level Selection Switch
(DTL, LEVEL-HIGH/LOW/OFF)
T h e detail/aperture level c a n b e selected b y this
switch in three steps. Set this switch to the desired
position while observing the sharpness of the picture
N o t e : W h e n over modulation h a s occurred with
recordlng or playing back the VTR, set this switch
to LOW position.
21. Recording Time Reset Button (RESET)
The accumulated recording time is displayed in the
viewfinder under REC TIME while the Check Button
(25) is pressed. The tune can be reset t o ‘0 MIN’ by
pressing either this button or the one on the AG-7450A
VTR.
VTR.
Thus total recording time can easily be
checked by first pressing this button at the outset of a
new recording and then checking REC TIME at the
end of the recording by pressing the check button
Note: The REC TIME displayed in the viewfinder and
the one dilsplayed on the AG-7450A might be dif-
ferent.
22. Lens Iris Control (IRIS)
The auto Iris level can be
by
When replacing the lens, check the output signal of
the camera and make any necessary adjustment with
this control if required