Lcd video monitor, high-quality images, advanced functions, low power consumption and excellent cost-performance. an 47 cm (18.5 inches) lcd monitor for diverse broadcasting needs (6 pages)
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use. S0306W1106 -F @ Printed in Japan Operating Instructions LCD Video Monitor Model No. ENGLISH VQT0X58-1...
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Read this first! CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION: TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK, DO NOT REMOVE COVER (OR BACK). NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE. REFER TO SERVICING TO QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle, is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
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Read this first! $ DO NOT REMOVE PANEL COVERS BY UNSCREWING THEM. To reduce the risk of electric shock, do not remove the covers. No user serviceable parts inside. Refer servicing to qualified service personnel. WARNING: • TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS EQUIPMENT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE.
Introduction Designed for use in broadcasting and commercial applications, the model BT-LH900A is a slim-line and lightweight liquid crystal video monitor with an 8.4-type liquid crystal screen. For use, secure it in place by, for instance, installing it in a rack by using the optional rack-mounting adapters BT-MA900G or mounting it on a tripod.
Parts and their functions Tally lamps In the above illustration, the R (red) tally lamp is shown on the left and the G (green) lamp appears on the right. These tally lamps can be lighted by initiating the GPI ON/OFF operation. <Note>...
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Parts and their functions 5 FUNCTION/ENTER button This button is used to enter changes or settings while a menu is displayed. If there is no menu display, the button’s function changes depending on which FUNCTION item on the menu is selected. One of the following three items can be selected.
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Parts and their functions 5 Battery holder This holder is used with a battery made by Anton/Bauer. 6 Analog component/RGBS connectors These are the BNC input connectors for the analog component (YP ) or RGBS signals. signals are supplied, external sync (gen-lock) can also be used.
Relocating the main controls The main controls can be relocated to the bottom surface or right panel of the monitor depending on such factors as where and how the monitor will be used. <Note> Before relocating the main control, make absolutely sure that the power has been turned off. Disconnect the cord connecting the main controls to the main unit.
Supplying the power An Anton/Bauer or V-mount type of battery pack or an external DC power supply can be used to power this monitor. Using the Anton/Bauer type battery pack Install the Anton/Bauer type of battery pack. Insert the battery pack and slide it in the direction of the arrow.
Supplying the power Using an external DC power supply Connect the external DC power supply to the DC IN socket on this unit. External DC power supply Turn “ON” the external DC power supply switch. (Where the external DC power supply has a power switch) Turn “ON”...
How to use the on-screen menus Four kinds of information—menus, status displays, image control settings and battery voltage—can be displayed on the screen. Menu display [ M A I N M E N U ] M A R K E R V I D E O C O N F I G S Y S T E M C O N F I G O S D C O N F I G...
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How to use the on-screen menus Image control display [ C O N T R A S T ] Battery voltage display D C 1 5 0 V Concerning the signal formats Menu setting AUTO 1080/60I 1080/50I 1080/30P 1080/25P 1080/24P 1080/24PsF 1035/60I 720/60P...
Menu operations Menu operations When the MENU/EXIT button is pressed, the main menu appears on the screen. MENU/EXIT button Use the HD ZOOM/X button and BLUE/W button to move the cursor, and select the desired menu using the FUNCTION/ENTER button. [ M A I N ] M A R K E R V I D E O C O N F I G...
User data This monitor enables the menu settings and screen values which have been adjusted by the image controls to be saved in five user data files which can then be loaded as required. The following data can be saved and loaded as user data files: ≥...
MAIN MENU Menu configuration MAIN MARKER VIDEO CONFIG SYSTEM CONFIG OSD CONFIG INPUT SELECT CONTROL MARKER SELECT MARKER 16:9 MARKER 4:3 GAMMA SELECT MARKER BACK FILM GAMMA CENTER MARKER COLOR TEMP. GPI PRESET1 SHARPNESS MODE GPI PRESET2 SHARPNESS H SHARPNESS V I-P MODE MONO SD ASPECT...
MAIN MENU (continued) Menu items MARKER Item Setting MARKER SELECT MENU For setting whether the marker display settings are to be performed using the menu or from the GPI connector. MENU: The operations are performed using the menu. Operations from the GPI connector are canceled.
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MAIN MENU (continued) Types of markers 16:9 markers (These appear when HD signals or when SD signals with a 16:9 aspect ratio are supplied.) Markers are displayed only in the form of vertical lines. The shaded areas indicate what is set by the MARKER BACK item.
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MAIN MENU (continued) VIDEO CONFIG Item Setting GAMMA SELECT For setting the gamma mode. NORMAL GPI: This is the GPI setting. FILM details, specifications” (page 23). NORMAL: The normal gamma mode is established. FILM: The film mode that supports the Varicam digital cine camera is established.
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MAIN MENU (continued) SYSTEM CONFIG Item Setting BACKLIGHT For adjusting the backlight brightness to a level from 0 to 60. The higher the setting, the brighter the backlight. FUNCTION For setting the function to be allocated to ON/OFF the FUNCTION/ENTER button. HV DELAY WFM ON/OFF: The Y signal (luminance) UNDEF...
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MAIN MENU (continued) INPUT SELECT Item Setting SDI1 * For setting whether the SDI 1 signals can be selected when the channels are to be switched using the INPUT button. OFF: The SDI 1 signals cannot be selected. ON: The SDI 1 signals can be selected. FORMAT AUTO For selecting the signals whose input is to...
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MAIN MENU (continued) INPUT SELECT Item Setting FORMAT AUTO For selecting the signals whose input is to 1080/60I be accepted in the YP 1080/50I RGB mode. 1080/30P The signals can be set for each mode, and 1080/25P when the MODE item setting is switched 1080/24P from YP 1080/24PsF...
REMOTE specifications This monitor can be operated by remote control using the GPI connector and RS-232C connector. The GPI connector takes priority over the RS-232C connector when the monitor is operated by remote control. Settings established for menu items using the GPI connector are not accepted at the RS-232C connector.
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The RS-232C remote control specifications of this BT- LH900A are not compatible with those of the conventional BT-LH900. If you wish to remotely control the BT-LH900A by using the same remote control specifications as those of the BT- LH900, then contact your dealer.
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REMOTE specifications $ Setting command Command Explanation Input switch Image quality adjustment Sharpness settings Blue only HD Zoom HV Delay Waveforms display Monochrome settings Remaining battery charge display 0: OFF Status display CRCC error display Status display position Format settings Analog mode Component level RGB Sync...
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REMOTE specifications Command Explanation Marker settings Gamma selection Film gamma Color temperature settings IP mode settings SD aspect settings Remote settings Remote operation settings <Note> Even if settings are adjusted using a setting command when a menu appears, the menu screen is not updated. Press the MENU/EXIT button.
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REMOTE specifications Command Explanation Aspect Format settings Analog mode RGB sync Total operation time of the backlight Component level Remaining battery charge CRCC error Input signals format (continued) Data SD1 : SDI1 SD2 : SDI2 VBS : VIDEO ANA : YP /RGB Response 0: 16:9...
Error and warning displays If an error has occurred in the monitor for some reason, an error or warning display will appear on the screen. ± CRCC error When this error appears ≥ When the SDI signals contain an error, the CRCC error display appears on the screen. When a menu is displayed, the error is indicated in the menu area.
Specifications [GENERAL] Power supply: DC 12 V (11.0 V to 17.0 V) Input current: 1.45 A indicates safety information. Dimensions (WaHaD): 218 mm a 176 mm a 65 mm inches a 6 inches a 2 (When the main controls have been installed at the bottom of the monitor) Weight: 2.0 kg (4.4 lb) (main unit only)
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Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company Unit Company of Panasonic Corporation of North America Executive Office: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7000 EASTERN ZONE: One Panasonic Way 4E-7, Secaucus, NJ 07094 (201) 348-7196 Southeast Region: (201) 348-7162 WESTERN ZONE: 3330 Cahuenga Blvd W., Los Angeles, CA 90068 (323) 436-3500...