The front of the JVC-specified video cart has an opening. To prevent any possible prob- lems, please set the cart in a reasonable position and use carefully. JVC cannot guarantee the total system when using an unspecified video cart.
Safety precautions WARNING: TO PREVENT FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, DO NOT EXPOSE THIS UNIT TO RAIN OR MOISTURE. CAUTION: This MICRO HD CAMERA should be used with a power supply of AC 120 V , 50 Hz only. To prevent electric shocks and fire hazards, DO NOT use any other power supply.
Important product safety instructions Electrical energy can perform many useful functions. But improper use can result in potential electrical shock or fire hazards. This product has been engineered and manufactured to assure your personal safety. In order not to defeat the built-in safeguards, observe the follow- ing basic rules for its installation, use and servicing.
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Important product safety instructions (continued) 4. Object and Liquid Entry Never push objects of any kind into this product through openings as they may touch dangerous voltage points or short-out parts that could result in a fire or electric shock. Never spill liquid of any kind on the product. 5.
Whenever an anomaly (unusual noise, smell or smoke) occurs, immediately turn off the main unit's power, unplug the power cord, and consult your nearest JVC dealer. Never use digital equipment such as portable tele- phones or video cameras when using this unit as this may cause a malfunction.
Precautions (continued) Inspection and maintenance (1) The product and its components must be inspected regularly by a specialist. (The product should be inspected once every three times that it is used, or once every two months.) (2) When using the product after it has not been used for at least one month, confirm that the product still operates normally and safely before attempting to actually use it.
2H contour provided as standard Contour compensation is performed both horizontally and vertically to assure sharp, clear pictures. • JVC cannot be responsible for any loss or damage to recorded material in the event that the colour video camera, VCR, or video...
• When the system is connected, check that current leakage from this connection does not surpass the specified level. Also, be absolutely sure to use an AA-V31E isolation transformer. • If the exterior of the isolation transformer is corroded, inadequate grounding may result. Have the exterior replaced by your local JVC dealer. Front panel SYNC OUT...
Names of parts and their functions Camera control unit (front panel) GAIN CAMERA Interior of the function box GAIN NORMAL AUTO MANUAL ALC + EEI NORMAL OVER UNDER 1 [POWER] power switch and power indication LED 2 [PUSH OPEN] door button Press to open the function box.
Camera control unit (rear panel) DC-IN 1 [DC INPUT] DC input connector Input DC 12 V from the optional AA-V112U power adaptor. 2 Cover for extension slot Remove the cover to install an optional device in this slot. 3 SCSI connector Used to connect a ZIP or MO drive.
Names of parts and their functions (continued) Gain control section 1 GAIN switch GAIN NORMAL AUTO MANUAL ALC + EEI NORMAL OVER UNDER [AUTO] The modes set with the 2 [AUTO MODE] switch can be engaged for automatic gain adjustment. In this mode, the [GAIN UP]/[GAIN DOWN] buttons are disabled.
Shutter control section 1 SHUTTER switch SHUTTER V.SCAN SHUTTER switch 1 and SHUTTER [UP]/[DOWN] buttons 2 When the SHUTTER switch 1 is set to [ON] • Press the SHUTTER [UP] button 2 to decrease the shutter speed. • Press the SHUTTER [DOWN] button 2 to increase the shutter speed.
Names of parts and their functions (continued) White balance control section 1 WHITE BALANCE switch WHITE BALANCE SET. MANUAL AUTO PRESET 3200K FINE ADJ. 2 SET switch WHITE BALANCE SET. MANUAL AUTO PRESET 3200K FINE ADJ. 3 R/B volume controls WHITE BALANCE SET.
Mode control section 1 SOURCE switch MODE CAMERA TEST SG FREEZE POSI NEGA DATE & TIME [CAMERA] Outputs signals from the camera to the monitor. [BAR] Outputs an internal colour bar signal from the unit to the monitor. [TEST SG] Outputs an internal 100% WHITE square screen from the unit to the monitor.
Names of parts and their functions (continued) Menu control section 1 MENU switch MENU [ON] The menu is displayed on the screen. Select a menu item with the CURSOR button 2. [OFF] The menu is not displayed. Menu settings will be stored in memory when this switch is set to [OFF].
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MENU-PAGE 2 [DATE] menu Set the date. Use the [LEFT]/[RIGHT] buttons to select the part of the date to be changed (the numbers will blink). Use the [UP]/[DOWN] buttons to set the new value. [TIME] menu Set the time. Use the [LEFT]/[RIGHT] buttons to select the part of the time to be changed (the numbers will blink).
Preparation Installing a lens This unit is not provided with a lens. A special C mount type lens with flange back of 28.0 mm can be used with no adapter. To use a 1/2" bayonet mount type lens, an optional adapter (GL-V62U) is required.
Before shooting Setting the switches for white balance adjustment To ensure a clear picture with correct colour tones, the back focus and white balance must be adjusted prior to shooting. Check your connections before making any adjust- ments. With a monitor connected, set the camera control unit's switches as shown below.
Basic operation White balance adjustment 1 White balance adjustment (auto) SET switch WHITE BALANCE switch WHITE BALANCE SET. MANUAL AUTO PRESET 3200K 2 White balance adjustment (manual) WHITE BALANCE switch WHITE BALANCE SET. MANUAL AUTO PRESET 3200K R/B volume control 3 White balance adjustment (preset) 3200K/5600K switch WHITE BALANCE switch...
Connectors 1 Input/output connector on the camera head 2 Input/output connector on the CCU 3 DC input connector Nos. Clock output Control signal input Control signal input Sync signal input Sync signal input Video signal output Video signal output Nos. Clock input Control signal output Control signal output...
Micro HD camera ZIP drive AC adapter AC power adapter Isolation transformer HD monitor W-VHS VCR Model name DZ-VCA1SE Camera head Camera Control Unit Handle Power code for UK Power code for EC Continent Power code for W-VHS SCSI cable...
Specifications * Design and specifications subject to change without notice. Camera head section mage sensing device Shooting system Colour separation optical system : 1/3 type F1.4 3-colour separation prism Number of effective pixels Camera output Lens mount Dimensions Weight Classification Camera control unit section Number of scanning lines Scanning system...
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50/60 Hz • Output : 5 V DC TECHNICAL AND SERVICE ASSISTANCE JVC offers technical and customer service assistance. 1.50 A Please contact us at the following address. 2.7 A JVC PROFESSIONAL PRODUCTS (UK) LIMITED ULLswater House, Kendel Avenue, London W3 OXA,...
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Outer dimensions Camera head Camera control unit (Front) CAMERA (Inside panel) (Rear) (Side) 78.5 (Front) GAIN SHUTTER WHITE BALANCE 289.4 GAIN SHUTTER WHITE BALANCE NORMAL SET. MANUAL V.SCAN CAMERA AUTO MANUAL AUTO PRESET 3200K 5600K ALC + EEI FINE ADJ. POSI NORMAL DATE &...