HDC 1400R PDF

HD COLOR CAMERA
HDC1500R
HDC1400R
HDC1550R
HDC1450R
OPERATION MANUAL [English]

1st Edition
For the State of California, USA only
WARNING Perchlorate Material - special handling may apply, See
To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, www.dtsc.ca.gov/hazardouswaste/perchlorate
do not expose this apparatus to rain or Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery contains perchlorate.
moisture.
For the customers in Taiwan only
To avoid electrical shock, do not open the
cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified
personnel only.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet For laser-related devices
(HDC1500R/1400R only)
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,

garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
WARNUNG This HD Color Camera is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER

PRODUCT.
Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder
elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf Laser diode properties
dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit Wave length: 1310±40 nm
Emission duration: Pulse Modulation
ausgesetzt werden. Laser output power: 141 +37
-29 µW
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu Daten der Laserdiode

vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht Wellenlänge: 1310±40 nm
Emissionsdauer: Pulsmodulation
geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie +37
Laser-Ausgangsleistung: 141-29 µW
Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem
Fachpersonal. Egenskaber for laserdiode
Bølgelængde: 1310±40 nm
Strålingsvarighed: Pulse Modulation
Afgivet lasereffekt: 141 +37
-29 µW
For the customers in the U.S.A.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the Laserdiod - Egenskaper
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the Våglängd: 1310±40 nm
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable Strålningens varaktighet: Pulsmodulering
+37
protection against harmful interference when the equipment is Lasereffekt: 141 -29 µW
operated in a commercial environment. This equipment
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, Egenskaper for laserdiode
if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction Bølgelengde: 1310±40 nm
manual, may cause harmful interference to radio Strålingsvarighet: Pulsmodulasjon
+37
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential Utgangseffekt for laser: 141 -29 µW
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the
user will be required to correct the interference at his own
CAUTION
expense.
The use of optical instruments with this product will
increase eye hazard.
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to CAUTION
operate this equipment. Use of controls or adjustments or performance of
procedures other than those specified herein may result in
All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be hazardous radiation exposure.
shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.
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For the customers in Europe Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
Directive and the Low Voltage Directive issued by the Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit
Commission of the European Community. ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in
following European standards: Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte
• EN60950-1: Product Safety an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission) Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environments:
E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3
(urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV
studio).
The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1

Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan.
The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is
Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters
please refer to the addresses given in separate service or
guarantee documents.
Pour les clients en Europe

Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois à la
Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) et à la
Directive sur les basses tensions émises par la Commission
de la Communauté Européenne.
La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux
normes européennes suivantes:
• EN60950-1 : Sécurité des produits
• EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)
• EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité)
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans le senvironnements
électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2
(commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4
(environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).
Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan,

Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon.
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits
est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le
service ou lagarantie, veuillez consulter les adresses
indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie
séparés.
Für Kunden in Europa

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die
EMV-Richtlinie sowie die Niederspannungsrichtlinie der EG-
Kommission.
Angewandte Normen:
• EN60950-1: Sicherheitsbestimmungen
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störaussendung)
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störfestigkeit)
Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen:
E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem
Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereichim Freien) und
E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).
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Table of Contents
Overview ................................................................................. 5
Features........................................................................................5
System Configuration ..................................................................7
Precautions .......................................................................... 11
Phenomena Specific to CCD Image Sensors............................. 11
Locations and Functions of Parts ...................................... 12
Accessory Attachments .............................................................12
Controls and Connectors ........................................................... 13
Preparations ......................................................................... 21
Attaching a Lens........................................................................21
Adjusting the Flange Focal Length ........................................... 21
Attaching a Viewfinder .............................................................21
Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt (Supplied) ..............................23
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position .........................................24
Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ............................................. 24
Adjustments and Settings for Shooting ............................ 26
Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance......................26
Setting the Electronic Shutter ....................................................28
Setting the Focus Assist Functions............................................ 29
Setting the Camera Outputs ............................................... 31
Viewfinder Screen Status Display ...................................... 33
Menu Operations.................................................................. 34
Starting Menu Operations.......................................................... 34
Selecting Pages ..........................................................................35
Setting the Menu Items..............................................................36
Editing the USER Menu ............................................................36
Menu List .............................................................................. 40
OPERATION Menu ..................................................................40
PAINT Menu .............................................................................46
MAINTENANCE Menu ...........................................................51
FILE Menu ................................................................................55
DIAGNOSIS Menu ...................................................................57
Using a “Memory Stick” ...................................................... 58
Specifications....................................................................... 59
HDC1500R ................................................................................59
HDC1400R ................................................................................60
HDC1550R ................................................................................61
HDC1450R ................................................................................62
Optional Accessories and Related Equipment .......................... 63
Dimensions ................................................................................64
4 Table of Contents
Overview
The HDC1500R, HDC1550R, HDC1400R, and stability in image creation while maintaining conventional
HDC1450R are 2/3-type high-definition portable video popular functions and operability.
cameras equipped with CCD for 2,200,000 pixels. They
incorporate the latest pickup elements and digital signal- The differences among the models are shown below:
processing LSI to yield higher picture quality and higher
HDC1500R HDC1550R HDC1400R HDC1450R

JN4/SYL CED/E33 UC7 model CED model JN3/JN4 CED/E33 UC7 model CED
models models models models model
Operation European European European European
SY type SY type SY type SY type
panel type type type type
Control
Fiber Triax Fiber Triax
connector
Video format 1080/50i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i, 1080/59.94i, 1080/50i,
coverage 1080/23.98PsF, 1080/23.98PsF, 720/59.94P 720/50P 720/59.94P 720/50P
1080/24PsF, 1080/25PsF, 1080/24PsF, 1080/25PsF,
1080/29.97PsF, 720/50P, 1080/29.97PsF, 720/50P,
720/59.94P, 1080/50P, 720/59.94P
1080/59.94P
Built-in filters Optical ND filters (clear, 1/4ND, 1/8ND, 1/16ND,1/ Optical ND filters (clear, 1/4ND, 1/16ND,1/64ND)
64ND) Optical cross filter
Optical CC filters (cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K, 8000K) Electric filter (5600K)
Electric filter (5600K)
HD-SDI output BNC connector × 2 BNC connector × 1 T T
Prompter
2 channels 1 channel T T
output
Features
High picture quality and high performance series Large Lens Adaptor, it permits the viewfinder to be
The new 2/3-type Progressive IT CCD for 2,200,000 pixels mounted at a low position, making the viewfinder position
conforms to driving formats up to 1080/59.94P, achieving closer to the optical axis of the lens.
high sensitivity and low smear. In addition, the 14-bit A/D
converter and a unique signal-processing LSI provide Optimized handle shape and VF slide
picture quality of optimal grade. mechanism for stable shooting
A new handle design has been adopted. A slight protrusion
Multiple formats of the upper front part of the handle enables stable holding
The HDC1500R covers ten video formats, HDC1550R of the camera while you are shooting, by holding the front
covers eight video formats, and HDC1400R and part of the handle.
HDC1450R covers two video formats. With the Furthermore, the movable range of a front-rear slide
HDC1500R, signal output of 1080/50P and 59.94P from mechanism for the viewfinder attachment has been
the camera head is also possible via the Dual Link widened. Any difference in weight balance caused by
interface. having a different lens attached can be counteracted by
adjusting the viewfinder attachment position, in
combination with the movable shoulder pad position. This
Newly designed integrated unit with low provides the best balance for shooting with the camera on
center of gravity your shoulder.
A stylish appearance with low-slung design has been
adopted. When used in combination with the HDLA1500-
Overview 5
Swing handle “Memory Stick” 1) operation
The swinging structure of the handle enables the large The camera is equipped with a “Memory Stick” port,
viewfinder mounted on the HDLA1500-series Large Lens which enables setup data storage and software upgrading
Adaptor to be shifted forward, giving it the same total using a “Memory Stick.”
longitudinal size as a standard studio-use camera, for 1) Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony
operability equivalent to that of a standard studio-use Corporation.
camera.
Various color-reproduction functions
Position-adjustable shoulder pad
The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted for stable Selection of multiple gamma tables
shooting according to the build of the camera operator, the Seven types of standard and 4 types of hyper gamma tables
type of lens in use, or the shooting style. are provided with this camera. The hyper gamma values
A low-repulsion shoulder pad (position fixed) is available enable cinemalike image creations with wide dynamic
as an option (Part No.: A-8286-346-A). range, which are different from those achieved with
conventional video gamma.
Function-assignable switches HZC-UG444 User Gamma Application Software
The camera has a switch to which various functions can be Installing the HZC-UG444 User Gamma Application
assigned on the side panel. You can activate your desired Software enables the camera to support CvpFileEditorTM
function, such as electronic color-temperature conversion, and RGB4:4:4 outputs (HDC1500R only).
instantly when shooting by assigning it to the switch in
advance. Switches on the handle are also available as For details, refer to the HZC-UG444 Operation Manual.
function assignable switches.
Multimatrix color correction
Auto Lens Aberration Compensation In addition the standard 6-axis matrix function, the camera
has a multimatrix function that permits you to adjust the
function
hue and chroma for color components in 16-axis directions
The Auto Lens Aberration Compensation function independently. This is quite useful in color matching
(ALAC) is provided with this camera. This automatically among multiple cameras.
reduces chromatic aberration of magnification when a lens
that supports auto aberration compensation is attached. Knee saturation
For details on lenses supporting auto aberration Change of hue and decrease in chroma that occur in
compensation, contact a Sony sales representative or Sony highlighted areas can be compensated.
service representative. This enables reproduction of natural skin tones under
strong lighting.
Focus assist functions Low key saturation
The VF detail function and focus assist indicator function Hue and saturation in low-key zones can be compensated.
facilitate focusing. Thus, compensation for color reproduction in all zones is
enabled in combination with matrix color compensation
VF detail and knee saturation functions.
Various functions are provided for the VF detail signal,
which can be added only on images on the viewfinder Versatile detail control functions
screen in order to facilitate focusing in various situations:
Functions for coloring the VF detail signal, flickering the
Skin-tone detail function
VF detail signal by adding modulation, thickening the VF
detail signal, and automatically compensating the VF This function allows control (emphasis or suppression) of
detail level according to the zoom position. the detail level for just a certain hue or chroma area in the
image, by creating a detail gate signal from color
Focus assist indicator components of your specified hue, such as skin tones.
The detail levels of three hues can be adjusted
The focusing level indicator on the viewfinder screen
independently at the same time.
provides a guide for focusing. The best focus setting can be
easily determined by observing fluctuation of the level
indicator as a guide.
6 Overview
Detail boost-frequency control Prevention of electrical shock
The boost frequency can be adjusted from 20 to 30 MHz. When the power connection is unsafe, the power supply
This allows the detail thickness to be set appropriately for from the connected Camera Control Unit will be shut off.
the subject, thus enabling more subtle image expression.
H/V ratio control

The ratio between horizontal and vertical detail can be
System Configuration
adjusted. Peripherals and related devices for the cameras are shown
in the figures on the subsequent pages.
White/black limiter
Note
The white and black details can be limited independently.
Production of some of the peripherals and related devices
shown in the figures has been discontinued. For advice on
Easy menu-based setting choosing devices, please contact your Sony dealer or a
Selections and settings for viewfinder display items, Sony sales representative.
safety-zone marker 2) or center marker,3) screen size
marker, etc. can be made quickly and easily, using setup
menus displayed on the viewfinder screen or an external
monitor.
2) Safety zone marker:
A box-shaped marker displayed on the viewfinder screen which indicates
80%, 90%, 92.5%, or 95% of the total screen area
3) Center marker:
A cross-shaped marker which indicates the center of the viewfinder screen
Wide variety of viewfinder display options

Along with items such as operation messages, a zebra
pattern,4) a safety-zone marker, and a center marker,
camera settings may also be displayed on the viewfinder
screen. Furthermore, there are other indicators arranged
above and below the viewfinder, such as a tally lamp,
battery warning indicator, and an indicator to tell you that
one or more settings are other than standard. This makes it
simple to check the status of the camera.
4) Zebra pattern:
A stripe pattern displayed on the viewfinder screen which indicates the
portions where the video level is above about 70% or 100%. Used to check
the video level of the subject.
Optical digital transmission (HDC1500R/

1400R)
The camera uses electro-optical coding cable for 1.5-
gigabit digital optical transmission between the camera
and a Camera Control Unit.
High-resolution monochrome and color

multiformat viewfinders (optional)
The HDVF-20A/200 multiformat 2-type monochrome
CRT viewfinders and the HDVF-C35W (3.5-type) /
HDVF-C30WR (2.7-type) multiformat color LCD
viewfinders are available as options to cover various
applications.
Overview 7
Connection example 1 (HDC1500R/1400R)
HDVF-C730W/C950W/550
Viewfinder HKCU1001
HDVF-20A
HDVF-200 HKCU1003
BKW-401 Viewfinder
HDVF-C30WR
Rotation Bracket
HDVF-C35W
Viewfinder HKCU1005
Zoom Lens HDC1500R/1400R
(for ENG/EFP)
BNC (SD)
Optical Fiber Cable
“Memory Stick” HDCU1000 HD Camera With HKCU1001

CAC-6 Control Unit or HKCU1003
Return Video Selector
VCT-14
Tripod Adaptor Intercom Headset Picture Waveform
Monitor Monitor
CAC-12
Microphone Microphone
holder HKCU1001 BNC BNC
Tripod (VBS) (VBS)
HKCU1003 VCS-700
“Memory Stick” HDC1500R/1400R Video Selector
HKCU1005
Camera hangers a)
BNC (SD)
1
HDVF-EL100/700A POWER
CAM
MAIN
CABLE
ALARM
OPEN
SHORT
Viewfinder CAC-6 INCOM MIC ON

OFF
PROD
PRIV
PGM ENG

HD CAMERA CONTROL UNIT
Intercom Headset HDCU1500

HD Camera Control Unit
Microphone PANEL STANDARD MONITOR

ACTIVE
TEST BARS CLOSE VTR
START/STOP
CCA-5
CCA-5
MEMORY 5600K AUTO SKIN BLACK KNEE
STICK KNEE DETAIL GAMMA SATURATION
AWB ABB
WHITE
FUNCTION
ABS
BLACK
MAINTE
NANCE
HDLA1500-series SCENE
PAINT
AUTO
IRIS
EXT
IRIS/MB
ACTIVE MASTER
BLACK
Large Lens Adaptor ALARM

IRIS
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RM-B750
BKP-7911 Script Holder Remote Control Unit
Zoom Lens
(for studio use) CNU-700
HDVF-EL100 Camera Command
HDVF-700A Network Unit
Zoom Lens Viewfinder
(for studio use)
1
HDC1000R
studio camera
CCA-5
CCA-5
“Memory Stick”
CAC-6
V-wedge shoe
(supplied with Intercom Headset
RCP-700/900-series
the tripod) MSU-900/950 Remote Control Panel
Microphone Master Setup Unit
Tripod
BKP-7911 Script Holder a) supplied with the HDLA1500, Part No.: A-1128-405-A
8 Overview
Connection example 2 (HDC1550R/1450R)
HDVF-C730W/C950Wa)/550
Viewfinder
HDVF-20A
HKCU1001
HDVF-200
HDVF-C30WR
BKW-401 Viewfinder
HDVF-C35W a) HKCU1003
Rotation Bracket
Viewfinder
HDFX100
Zoom Lens HKCU1005
HDC1550R/1450R HD Triax
(for ENG/EFP) CCU Adaptor
Triax Cable b)
BNC (SD)
“Memory Stick” HDCU1000 HD Camera With HKCU1001
Control Unit or HKCU1003
Optical Fiber
VCT-14 CAC-6 Picture Waveform
Cable
Tripod Adaptor Return Video Selector Monitor Monitor
Tripod Intercom Headset HKCU1001 BNC BNC

(VBS) (VBS)
CAC-12
Microphone Microphone HKCU1003
holder VCS-700
Video Selector
HKCU1005
“Memory Stick” HDC1550R/1450R
BNC (SD)
1
Camera hangers c) POWER
CAM
MAIN
CABLE
ALARM
OPEN
SHORT
b)
Triax cable INCOM MIC ON
OFF
PGM
PROD
PRIV
ENG
HD CAMERA CONTROL UNIT
HDVF-EL100/700A HDCU1500
Viewfinder CAC-6 HD Camera Control Unit
PANEL STANDARD MONITOR TEST BARS CLOSE VTR
CCA-5
CCA-5
ACTIVE START/STOP
MEMORY 5600K AUTO SKIN BLACK KNEE

STICK KNEE DETAIL GAMMA SATURATION
AWB ABB
WHITE
Intercom Headset FUNCTION
ABS
BLACK
MAINTE
NANCE
SCENE
AUTO IRIS/MB
IRIS ACTIVE MASTER
BLACK
PAINT EXT
IRIS
Microphone
ALARM
REMOTE CONTROL UNIT
RM-B750
Remote Control Unit
HDLA1500-series
Large Lens Adaptor
CNU-700
Camera Command
Network Unit
BKP-7911 Script Holder
CCA-5
CCA-5
Zoom Lens
(for studio use)
a) The HDVF-C730W/C950W and HDVF-C35W function as
monochrome viewfinders when monitoring a return video with the
HDC1550R/1450R.
b) The maximum Triax cable length between the HDC1550R/1450R and RCP-700/900-series
the HDFX100 depends on the type of cable. MSU-900/950 Remote Control Panel
For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the HDFX100. Master Setup Unit
c) supplied with the HDLA1500, Part No.: A-1128-405-A
Overview 9
Connection example 3
HDC1000R
HD Color Video Camera
+Large Lens Adaptor
HDC1500R/1400R
HD Color Video Camera1)
+Large Lens Adaptor
HDC1500R/1400R
HD Color Video Camera2)
HDC1550R/1450R HD Color Video Camera

+Large Lens Adaptor
+HDVF-C730W/C950W Electronic Viewfinder
RCP-700/900-series
HDC1550R/1450R HD Color Video Camera Remote Control Panel
1) HDC1500R with Large Lens Adaptor attached is illustrated.

2) HDC1500R is illustrated.
Maximum cable run with Triax cable Notes

The maximum Triax cable length between the • The viewfinders function as monochrome viewfinders
HDC1550R/1450R and the HDFX100 or between the when monitoring a return video using the HDFX100 and
HDFX100 and the HDTX100 depends on the type of the HDTX100.
cable. • The skin gate signal is superimposed on the camera
For details, refer to the Operation Manual of the video signal. When tally becomes ON, the skin gate
HDFX100/HDTX100. signal is forced to OFF.
10 Overview
The white flecks especially tend to be seen
Precautions • when operating at a high environmental temperature
• when you have raised the master gain (sensitivity)
This product has a compensation function and the problem
may be alleviated by automatic black balance adjustment
Note on laser beams (see page 26).
Laser beams may damage the CCDs. If you shoot a scene
that includes a laser beam, be careful not to let a laser beam Smear
become directed into the lens of the camera.
When an extremely bright object, such as a strong spotlight
or flashlight, is being shot, vertical tails may be produced
Do not subject to severe shocks on the screen, or the image may be distorted.
Damage to the case or internal components may result.
Aliasing
When finished using When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may
Set the power switch to OFF. appear jagged or flicker.
Operation and storage environment

Store in a level place with air conditioning.
If the unit gets wet, make sure it is completely dry before
storage.
Avoid use or storage in the following places:
• Extremely hot or cold places
• Places with high humidity
• Places with strong vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• In places where it receives much direct sunlight, or near
heating equipment
Condensation
If you move the camera from a very cold place to a warm
place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form
on the lens or inside the camera.
The camera has no built-in condensation indicator. If you
find condensation on the body or lens, switch the camera
off and wait for the condensation to disappear for about
one hour.
Phenomena Specific to CCD Image

Sensors
The following phenomena that may appear in images are
specific to CCD (Charge Coupled Device) image sensors.
They do not indicate malfunctions.
White flecks
Although the CCD image sensors are produced with high-
precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated
on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays.
This is related to the principle of CCD image sensors and
is not a malfunction.
Precautions 11
Locations and Functions of Parts
Accessory Attachments
a VF connector
b Shoulder strap fitting post
c Accessory shoe
d Viewfinder left-right positioning

ring
e Viewfinder front-rear positioning

lever and lock knob
HD
MULTI FORMAT
SERIES f Lens cable clamp
g Lens fixing lever
SERI
ES
h Lens mount cap
i Lens mount
l Shoulder pad
j LENS connector
k Tripod mount (bottom)
a VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin) For details on adjusting the viewfinder position, see
Connect the cable of the viewfinder (not supplied). “Attaching a Viewfinder” on page 21.
b Shoulder strap fitting post f Lens cable clamp

Attach one end of a shoulder strap (not supplied) to this To secure the cable of the lens (not supplied).
fitting post, and the other end to the fitting post on the other
side of the camera. g Lens fixing lever
c Accessory shoe
To secure the lens in the lens mount.
To attach an accessory using a 1/4-inch screw.
h Lens mount cap
d Viewfinder left-right positioning ring The cover can be removed by moving the lens fixing lever
Loosen this ring to adjust the viewfinder position towards upwards. Always keep the lens mount covered with this
the left or right. cap when a lens is not attached.
e Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and lock i Lens mount

knob To attach a lens (not supplied).
Loosen the lever and knob to adjust the viewfinder position
towards the front or rear.
12 Locations and Functions of Parts

j LENS connector (12-pin) l Shoulder pad
Connect the lens cable. The camera can control the lens You can adjust the position so that you can get the best
functions through this cable. balance for shooting with the camera on your shoulder.
k Tripod mount For details, see “Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position” on
Attach the VCT-14 Tripod Adaptor when mounting the page 24.
camera on a tripod.
Controls and Connectors
Front right
a INCOM button
b RET 1 button
c Assignable switch
d Filter select buttons
e FILTER LOCAL button
HD
MULTI FORM
AT SERIES
g GAIN switch
h OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch
i WHITE BAL switch
j DISPLAY switch
f AUTO W/B BAL switch k CANCEL/STATUS switch
l “Memory Stick” section
m MENU SEL knob/ENTER

button
a INCOM (intercom 1) button You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
The intercom 1 microphone is turned ON while this button menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.
is held pressed.
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the c Assignable switch
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen. You can assign a function using the menu displayed on the
viewfinder screen.
b RET 1 (return video 1) button
The return video 1 signal from the camera control unit is d Filter select buttons
monitored on the viewfinder screen while this button is
pressed. It function the same as the RET 1 button on the HDC1500R/1550R
side (page 15) and that on the operation panel on the rear You can switch the built-in ND and CC (color temperature
of the camera (page 17 or 18). conversion) filters by pressing the selectors while holding
the FILTER LOCAL button depressed.
Locations and Functions of Parts 13

Pressing the left button selects the available ND filters A or B: Selects memory A or B.
(clear, 1/4ND, 1/8ND, 1/16ND,1/64ND) in sequence.
Pressing the right button selects the available CC filters j DISPLAY switch
(cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K, 8000K) in sequence. The functions of the DISPLAY switch are as follows:
ON: Characters and messages showing the camera settings
HDC1400R/1450R and operating status may be displayed on the
You can switch the built-in optical filters (clear, 1/4ND, viewfinder screen.
1/16ND,1/64ND, cross) by pressing either of these buttons OFF: Status messages will not appear on the viewfinder
while holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed. screen.
MENU: Menus for camera settings will be displayed on
e FILTER LOCAL button the viewfinder screen.
While holding this button depressed, press either of the
filter select buttons to select the built-in optical filters. k CANCEL/STATUS switch
CANCEL: When a menu is displayed on the viewfinder
f AUTO W/B BAL (white and black balance screen, you can cancel any changed settings or return
automatic adjustment) switch the display to the previous menu.
To automatically adjust white and black balance when the STATUS: When no menu is displayed on the viewfinder
camera is used in standalone status without connecting to screen, the status information of this camera is
the camera control unit. displayed.
WHT: Automatically adjust white balance.
BLK: Automatically adjust black balance. l “Memory Stick” section
A slot to accommodate a “Memory Stick” and an access
g GAIN switch lamp are provided behind the panel.
To select the gain of the video amplifier based on lighting The access lamp lights in red while writing or reading data
conditions when the camera is used in standalone status to/from a “Memory Stick.”
without connecting a camera control unit.
Note
When shipped from the factory, the values set are L = 0 dB,
M = 6 dB, and H = 12 dB. When the access lamp is lit, do not insert/remove the
“Memory Stick” or turn off the camera.
h OUTPUT (output signal selection)/AUTO KNEE
switch m MENU SEL (menu select) knob/ENTER button
To select the signal (color bar signal or camera’s video (rotary encoder)
signal) to be used as output to a VTR, the viewfinder or a To select settings from menus displayed on the viewfinder
video monitor when the camera is used in standalone status screen (by rotating the knob) and to confirm settings (by
without connecting a camera control unit. pushing the button).
When the camera’s video signal is being used as output,
the auto knee function may be used.
The relationship between the switch setting and the output
signal and auto knee function is shown in the table below. Note
When a camera control unit or a remote control device,
OUTPUT AUTO KNEE Function
such as MSU-900/950 and the RCP-700/900-series
BARS OFF Output is a color bar signal. Remote Control Panel, is connected, the functions of 6 to
CAM OFF Output is the camera’s video 9 are controlled from the external control device and the
signal. The auto knee circuit is controls on the camera are disabled.
disabled.
CAM ON Output is the camera’s video
signal. The auto knee circuit is
enabled.
i WHITE BAL (white balance memory selection)

switch
To select the white balance adjustment method or the
memory used to store the adjusted value when the camera
is used in standalone status without connecting a camera
control unit.
PRST (preset): White balance is adjusted to a preset value
corresponding to a color temperature of 3200K.

Front left
HD SERIES
MULTI FORMAT
SERI
ES
d SHUTTER switch
a RET 1 button
b MIC 1 IN connector e INTERCOM LEVEL control
c MIC power switch f RET 2 button
a RET 1 (return video 1) button ON: The electronic shutter is activated.

The return video 1 signal from the camera control unit is SEL: The shutter speed and shutter mode change each
monitored on the viewfinder screen while this button is time the switch is set to this position.
pressed. It function the same as the RET1 buttons on the
handle (page 13) and that on the operation panel on the rear For details, see “Setting the Electronic Shutter” on page
of the camera (page 17 or 18). 28.
You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen. e INTERCOM LEVEL control
To adjust the intercom/earphone volume level.
b MIC 1 IN (microphone 1 input) connector (XLR 3- The intercom level adjustment is enabled when the
pin) INTERCOM 1 and 2 LEVEL/MIC switches (on the SY-
Connect a microphone. type operation panel, page 17) or the LEVEL switch (on
This connector and the AUDIO IN CH-1 connector (page the European-type operation panel, page 18) on the rear of
20) on the operation panel on the rear of the camera are the camera are set to “FRONT.”
alternately activated with the CH1 audio input select
switch (page 20). f RET 2 (return video 2) button
When this button is pressed, the picture on the viewfinder
c MIC (microphone) power switch screen changes to the return video signal selected with the
+48V: To supply a power of +48 V to the connected RET 2 select switch (page 17 or 18) on the operation panel
microphone. on the rear of the camera.
OFF: Not to supply a power to the connected microphone. You can also assign other functions to this button, using the
menu displayed on the viewfinder screen.
d SHUTTER switch
For setting the electronic shutter functions when the
camera is used in standalone status without connecting a
camera control unit.
OFF: The electronic shutter does not function.

Rear
The figure shows HDC1500R.
b Tally lamp and switch
Shoulder strap fitting post (page 12)
Operation panel (page 17, page 18)
c CCU connector (HDC1500R/1400R)

HDCU/HDFX connector
(HDC1550R/1450R)
d SDI 1 connector (HDC1500R only)
e PROMPTER2 connector
(HDC1500R only)
Connector panel (page 19)

a CAMERA POWER switch
f CALL button
a CAMERA POWER switch d SDI 1 (serial digital interface 1) connector (BNC

CCU: Power supply will be received from the camera type) (HDC1500R only)
control unit. For HD-SDI signal output
EXT: Power supply will be received through the DC IN
connector. e PROMPTER2 connector (BNC type) (HDC1500R
only)
b Tally lamp and switch For prompter 2 signal output.
ON: The tally lamp lights when a tally signal is input to the This operates only when a camera control unit having a
connected camera control unit or a call signal is prompter 2 input is connected.
generated in response to pressing of a CALL button.
OFF: The tally lamp is prevented from lighting. f CALL button
When you press this button, the red tally lamp of the RCP-
c CCU (Camera Control Unit) connector (optical/ 700/900-series Remote Control Panel or the MSU-900/950
electrical multi-connector) (HDC1500R/1400R) Master Setup Unit, will light. Use to call the operator of the
Connect a camera control unit using an optical electro- RCP or MSU.
composite cable.
3 HDCU/HDFX (HD Triax CCU) connector (Triax

connector) (HDC1550R/1450R)
Connect the HDFX100 HD Triax CCU Adaptor using a
Triax cable. A camera control unit can be connected via the
HDFX100.

Operation panel
SY type: For JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 (USA, Canada, East Asia and other countries) models (for NTSC areas)
For details on the differences among models, see “Overview” on page 5.
b RET 1 button and select switch
a INTERCOM1 and INTERCOM2 controls and switches c RET 2 button and select switch
d LIGHT switch
PGM1 control
PGM2 control
PGM1 PGM2 PGM1 PGM2 RET1 2 3 RET2 2 3

1 4 1 4 LIGHT
ON
OFF
LEVEL MIC LEVEL MIC
REAR ON INCOM PROD REAR ON INCOM PROD PGM1 PGM2 PGM1 PGM2
FRONT OFF ENG FRONT OFF ENG
INTERCOM 1 INTERCOM 2 LEVEL MIC LEVEL MIC

REAR ON INCOM PROD REAR ON INCOM PROD
Line select switch

FRONT OFF ENG FRONT OFF ENG
INTERCOM 1 INTERCOM 2
INCOM level control
LEVEL/MIC switch
a INTERCOM1 and INTERCOM2 controls and PROD: Producer line

switches ENG: Engineer line
There are PGM1 and 2 controls incorporated with a line
select switch, a LEVEL/MIC switch, and INCOM level b RET 1 (return video 1) button and select switch
control each for intercom line 1 and 2. The return video signal selected with the switch is
displayed on the viewfinder screen while the button is
PGM1 (program 1) control pressed.
Adjust the audio listening level of program 1.
c RET 2 (return video 2) button and select switch
PGM2 (program 2) control When other return video systems are used in addition to
Adjust the audio listening level of program 2. return video 1, you can monitor the signal selected with the
switch on the viewfinder screen while pressing the button.
LEVEL/MIC switch
REAR/ON: The intercom headset microphone is turned Note
on. The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with The RET 1 button has priority over the RET 2 button if
the INCOM level control. both buttons are pressed.
REAR/OFF: The intercom headset microphone is turned
off. The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with d LIGHT switch
the INCOM level control. Set to ON to illuminate the operation panel.
FRONT/OFF: The intercom headset microphone is
turned off. The intercom audio listening level is
adjusted with the INCOM level control and the
INTERCOM LEVEL control on the front of the camera
(page 15).
INCOM level control

Adjust the intercom audio listening level.
Line select switch

Select the intercom line.

European type: For CED (Europe) and E33 (China and South Asia) models (for PAL areas)
For details on the differences among models, see “Overview” on page 5.
a INTERCOM1 and INTERCOM2 controls and switches b RET 1 button and select switch
c RET 2 button and select switch

ENG control d LIGHT switch
PROD control
PGM1 control
PGM2 control
RET1 2 3 RET2 2 3
ENG PROD PGM1 PGM2 1 4 1 4 LIGHT
ON
OFF
MIC MIC LEVEL
LINE1 PROD LINE2 PROD TRACKER REAR ENG PROD PGM1 PGM2
OFF OFF
ENG ENG FRONT
INTERCOM 1 INTERCOM 2 MIC MIC

TRACKER
LEVEL
REAR
LINE1 PROD LINE2 PROD
OFF OFF
LEVEL switch
ENG ENG FRONT
INTERCOM 1 INTERCOM 2
TRACKER control
MIC LINE2 switch
MIC LINE1 switch
a INTERCOM1 and INTERCOM2 controls and MIC LINE2 (intercom microphone line 2) switch
switches Select the talk line for intercom 2.
The reception level controls are common to intercom 1 and PROD: To talk over the producer line
intercom 2. The talk lines can be set independently for OFF: To turn off the headset microphone for intercom line
intercom 1 and intercom 2. 2.
ENG: To talk over the engineer line
ENG (engineer line) control:
Adjust the intercom audio listening level of the engineer LEVEL switch
line. REAR: The intercom audio listening level is adjusted with
the controls on this panel.
PROD (producer line) control FRONT: The intercom audio listening level is adjusted
Adjust the intercom audio listening level of the producer with the INTERCOM LEVEL control on the front of
line. the camera.
PGM1 (program 1) control b RET 1 (return video 1) button and select switch
Adjust the audio listening level of program 1. The return video signal selected with the switch is
displayed on the viewfinder screen while the button is
PGM2 (program 2) control
pressed.
Adjust the audio listening level of program 2.
TRACKER control c RET 2 (return video 2) button and select switch

Adjust the intercom audio listening level at the TRACKER When other return video systems are used in addition to
connector (page 19) on the connector panel when using the return video 1, you can monitor the signal selected with the
connector for intercom. switch on the viewfinder screen while pressing the button.
Note
MIC LINE1 (intercom microphone line 1) switch
The RET 1 button has priority over the RET 2 button if
Select the talk line for intercom 1.
both buttons are pressed.
PROD: To talk over the producer line
OFF: To turn off the headset microphone for intercom line
d LIGHT switch
1.
Set to ON to illuminate the operation panel.
ENG: To talk over the engineer line

Connector panel
g INTERCOM1 and 2 connectors
a EARPHONE jack
RET CTRL EARPHONE REMOTE
b RET CTRL connector h REMOTE connector
c CRANE connector RET IN
TRACKER CRANE GENLOCK IN
i GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER

d TRACKER connector connector and switch
PROMPTER
FRONT MIC AES/EBU
e DC OUT connector LINE MIC
+48V
LINE MIC
+48V
OFF OFF TEST
OUT
DC OUT
DC IN 10.5-17V
AUDIO IN
CH1 CH2
j TEST OUT connector
f DC IN connector SDI 2
k SDI 2 connector (HDC1500R)
SDI connector (HDC1550R/1400R/
1450R)
l AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors and switches
a EARPHONE jack (stereo minijack) h REMOTE connector (8-pin)

For connecting an earphone or headset to hear the intercom For connection to an RM-B150/B750 Remote Control
audio. Unit, RCP-700/900-series Remote Control Panel, or MSU-
900/950 Master Setup Unit.
b RET CTRL (return control) connector (6-pin) Note
For connection to a CAC-6 Return Video Selector.
When the camera is connected to a CCU, do not connect
c CRANE connector (12-pin) any remote control device, such as RCP and MSU, to this
For external interface, such as viewfinder (and external connector.
data with HDC1500R/1400R).
i GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER (external
d TRACKER connector (10-pin) gen-lock signal input/return video signal input/
For external interface, such as intercom and tally. prompter 1 signal output) connector (BNC type)
and switch
e DC OUT (DC power supply output) connector (4- Set the switch according to the signal at the connector.
pin) GENLOCK IN: For input of an external gen-lock signal
To supply power to devices such as a wireless receiver (VBS or 3-level sync) when the camera is used without
(optional). a camera control unit connected
RET IN: For input of the return video signal when the
f DC IN (DC power supply input) connector (XLR 4- camera is used without a camera control unit
pin) connected.
Used for connection to the AC-DN10 AC Adaptor to The connector accepts analog HD signals only. SDI
supply power to the camera. signals are not acceptable. Supply a signal of 1080i
(720P is not acceptable).
g INTERCOM1 and 2 (intercom 1 and 2) connectors The signal supplied to this connector cannot be fed as
(XLR 5-pin) RET OUT from the TEST OUT or SDI OUT
Used for input and output of intercom audio signals if an connector.
XLR 5-pin headset is connected. PROMPTER: For output of the prompter 1 signal (valid
The INTERCOM 1 connector can be used for only when a camera control unit is connected). When a
communication over the engineer line even when the camera control unit having two prompter inputs is
power is off, as long as the power LED is lit in red.

connected, the signal of input 1 is output from this CH2 audio input select switch
connector. Set to the appropriate position according to the equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH2 connector.
j TEST OUT connector (BNC type) LINE: When a line-level (0 dBu) signal source is
To output the analog signal. connected
This also supplies the VBS signal, an HD signal nearly AES/EBU (HDC1500R/1400R only): When a digital
equal to the signal output from the VF connector, an HD- audio signal is connected (The signal must be in
SYNC signal, or an SD-SYNC signal depending on which synchronization with the camera output). The
of these you have selected on the menu. corresponding position on the HDC1550R/1450R is
invalid (NC).
For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera MIC: When an external microphone is connected
Outputs” (page 31).
Microphone power switches
k SDI 2 (serial digital interface 2) connector (BNC When a microphone is connected to the corresponding
type) (HDC1500R) AUDIO IN connector, set whether or not to supply a power
For HD-SDI or SD-SDI signal output. to the microphone.
+48V: To supply a power of +48 V
For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera
OFF: Not to supply a power
(No function has been assigned to the lowermost position.
No power is supplied to the microphone.)
qa SDI (serial digital interface) connector (BNC type)
(HDC1550R/1400R/1450R) Note
For HD-SDI or SD-SDI signal output. To supply a power of +12 V, modification of the camera is
required.
For details on the output signals, see “Setting the Camera
l AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors (XLR 3-pin)

and switches
Connect audio signals. An input select switch and
microphone power switch are provided for each channel.
CH1 audio input select switch

Microphone power switches
FRONT MIC AES/EBU

LINE MIC LINE MIC
48V 48V
OFF OFF
AUDIO IN
CH 1 CH 2
AUDIO IN CH1 connector AUDIO IN CH2 connector

Set to the appropriate position according to the equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1 connector.
LINE: When a line-level (0 dBu) signal source is
connected
FRONT MIC: When using the microphone connected to
the MIC 1 IN connector
MIC: When an external microphone is connected

Note
Preparations The various parts of the lens used in adjusting the flange
focal length are in different positions on different lenses.
Refer to the operation manual for the particular lens.
Attaching a Lens Adjusting procedure
For information on handling lenses, refer to the lens’ 1 Set the iris control to manual, and open the iris fully.
operation manual.
2 Place a flange focal length adjustment chart
Attaching procedure approximately 3 meters from the camera and adjust the
lighting to get an appropriate video output level.
3 Loosen the Ff (flange focal length) ring lock screw.
4 With either manual or power zoom, set the zoom ring

to telephoto.
5 Aim at the flange focal length adjustment chart and

turn the focus ring to focus the image.
5 2 4 1,3 About 3 meters (10 ft)
1 Push the lens fixing lever upwards and remove the lens
6 Set the zoom ring to wide angle.
mount cap from the lens mount.
2 Align the lens’ alignment pin with the notch in the

7 Turn the Ff ring to bring the chart into focus. Take care
not to move the distance ring.
upper part of the lens mount and insert the lens into the
mount.
8 Repeat steps 4 through 7 until the image is in focus at
3 While supporting the lens, push the lens fixing lever both telephoto and wide angle.
downwards to secure the lens.
9 Tighten the Ff ring lock screw.
4 Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.
5 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamp. Attaching a Viewfinder
Caution
Adjusting the Flange Focal Length When the viewfinder is attached, do not leave the camera
with the eyepiece facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter
Adjustment of the flange focal length (the distance through the eyepiece, be focused in the viewfinder and
between the lens mount attachment plane and the imaging cause fire.
plane) is necessary in the following situations:
• The first time a lens is attached
• When changing lenses Attaching a viewfinder
• If the focus is not sharp at both telephoto and wide angle The instructions are made using the HDVF-20A/200/
when zooming C30WR/C35W viewfinder as an example.
The flange focal length can be more precisely adjusted by For details on the viewfinder, refer to the instruction
using the focus assist indicators. manual of the viewfinder.
See “Displaying the focus assist indicators” on page 30
for the focus assist indicators.
Preparations 21
2 Slide the viewfinder left or right to move it into a good
VF connector viewing position.
Viewfinder stopper
3 Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
To adjust the position forward or backward
Viewfinder front-rear
HD Rat
LOCK knob positioning lever
Multi Form
MIC 1 IN connector
1 Slide the viewfinder in the direction of the arrow.

The viewfinder stopper automatically pops down.
2 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring, slide 1 Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and
the viewfinder side to side to the most convenient LOCK knob.
position and tighten the ring. (See “To adjust the
position to the left or right” below.) 2 Slide the viewfinder towards the front or rear of the
camera to move it into a good viewing position.
3 Connect the viewfinder cable to the VF connector of
the camera. 3 Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and
LOCK knob.
4 Connect the microphone cable to the MIC 1 IN
connector of the camera.
Detaching the viewfinder
Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring, pull the
Adjusting the viewfinder position
viewfinder stopper, then pull out the viewfinder by sliding
The viewfinder position may be adjusted towards the front it in the direction opposite to that when attached.
and rear and to the left and right to make it easy to see into
it.
Keeping the viewfinder from hitting your
To adjust the position to the left or right leg (using BKW-401)
To keep the viewfinder from bumping your leg when
carrying the camera, install the BKW-401 Viewfinder
Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
Rotation Bracket (optional) and rotate the viewfinder
upwards.
Note
Lock the viewfinder in a slightly forward position before
1 Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. rotating it upwards. If the viewfinder is in its rearmost
22 Preparations
position, the arm of the viewfinder rotation bracket will 4 Adjust the front-rear position so that the camera
strike the grip. handle does not interfere when you rotate the BKW-
401 arm upwards.
Attaching procedure of the BKW-401
1 Turn the arm of the rotation mechanism assembly of Not to interfere
the BKW-401 in the direction of the arrow in the

following illustration.
Next, using a hexagonal wrench 3 mm across flats,
remove the bolts (M4 × 8) together with the washers,
to separate the rotation mechanism assembly from the
viewfinder front-back positioning mechanism
assembly.
Attaching the Cable Clamp Belt

(Supplied)
You can secure the camera cable to the camera by attaching
the supplied cable clamp belt.
2 In the same manner as step 1, remove the viewfinder 1 Insert the belt bracket into hole A or B of the cable
shoe of the camera from the front-rear positioning clamp belt.
mechanism.
Belt bracket B
A
2 Remove two +B3×5 screws and a blind screw shown

in the figure below from the camera.
3 Using the two bolts (M4 × 8) and the washers removed

from the camera in step 2, attach the rotation Blind screw
mechanism assembly of the BKW-401 to the camera.
+B3×5 screws
Hexagon
socket bolts
(M4 × 8)
Preparations 23
3 Secure the cable clamp belt to the camera, using the
two supplied +B3×8 screws. Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position
You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position
(factory setting) backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or
forward by up to 25 mm (1 inch). This adjustment helps
+B3×8 screws
you get the best balance for shooting with the camera on
your shoulder.
Adjusting procedure
Shoulder pad lock lever
1,3
4 1 Release the buckle, 2 bundle the cable with the
belt, 3 then lock the buckle again.
Bottom of the camera 2 Shoulder pad
3
1 Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder pad to
unlock the shoulder pad.
2 2 Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is

in the most convenient position.
3 Move the lever down to lock the shoulder pad in the

selected position.
Camera cable
Mounting the Camera to a Tripod
Mount the camera to a tripod using a VCT-14 Tripod
Adaptor.
5 Adjust the length by pulling down the end of the belt.
Caution
• Select an appropriate hole from among those at the
bottom of the tripod adaptor considering the balance of
the weight of the camera and the tripod adaptor. If an
inappropriate hole is selected, the camera may fall over.
• Check that the size of the selected hole matches that of
the screw of the tripod. If they do not match, the tripod
adaptor cannot be attached to the tripod securely.
24 Preparations
Mounting procedure If the pin of the tripod adaptor does not return to
its original position
1 Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod and secure it After removing the camera, if the pin of the tripod adaptor
with the screw. does not return to its original position, hold down the red
button and move the lever in the direction of the arrow to
Tripod adaptor return the pin to its original position. It is not possible to
mount a camera with the pin not seated.
Original position
Platform of the tripod
Pin
2 Place the camera on the tripod adaptor, and slide

forward it along the groove of the tripod adaptor until
it clicks.
To remove the camera from the tripod adaptor

Hold down the red button and pull the lever in the direction
of the arrow.
Lever
Red button
Preparations 25
Automatic adjustment of black balance begins.
Adjustments and In automatic adjustment of black balance, both the black
set and black balance are adjusted.
Settings for Shooting During adjustment, a message like the one in the figure
below will be displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Adjusting the Black Balance and

White Balance
ABB:EXECUTING
In order to maintain high picture quality, it is necessary to
set the black balance and white balance appropriately for
the conditions.
Note When the adjustment process is completed, the message
When a camera control unit or a remote control device, “ABB: OK” will be displayed. The adjusted value is
such as MSU-900/950 and the RCP-700/900-series automatically stored in memory.
Remote Control Panel, is connected, the black balance and
Notes
white balance are controlled from the external control
device and controls on the camera are disabled. • During black balance adjustment, the iris will be
automatically closed.
• During black balance adjustment, the gain switching
Black balance adjustment circuit will work automatically, and the viewfinder
The black balance needs adjustment in situations like the screen will flicker several times. This is not a
following: malfunction.
• The first time the camera is used
• When the camera is used after a long period of disuse When automatic black balance adjustment fails
• When the surrounding temperature changes greatly If the automatic black balance adjustment process does not
• When the gain value is changed using the setup menus end successfully, the error message “ABB: NG” will be
Normally, there is no need to adjust the black balance displayed on the viewfinder screen for approximately three
every time the camera is turned on. seconds.
If this error message is displayed, try black balance
White balance adjustment adjustment again.
Always readjust the white balance when lighting If the error message continues to be displayed after several
conditions change. attempts, the camera requires internal inspection.
About the viewfinder screen About black balance memory

After the process of adjusting the black balance or white The black balance values stored in memory will be
balance begins, messages about the progress and results of preserved even when the camera power is turned off.
the adjustment will be displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Note Adjusting the white balance
Adjusted values set through automatic adjustment, and
other settings, are stored in the camera’s memory and 1 Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B.
preserved even when the camera power is turned off.
Adjusting the black balance

Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch toward BLK
(downward).
WHITE BAL switch
2 Select the filter setting according to the lighting

conditions.
AUTO W/B BAL switch
26 Adjustments and Settings for Shooting

HDC1500R/1550R
To select the ND filter

Press the ND filter select button while holding the
FILTER LOCAL button depressed.
Each press of the select button switches the available
ND filters (clear, 1/4ND, 1/8ND, 1/16ND,1/64ND) in
sequence.
To select the CC filter

Press the CC filter select button while holding the
FILTER LOCAL button depressed. Filter select DOWN button
Each press of the select button switches the available
CC filters (cross, 3200K, 4300K, 6300K, 8000K) in
Filter select UP button
sequence.
FILTER LOCAL button
Optical Filter
1 clear
2 1/4 ND
3 1/16 ND
4 1/64 ND
5 cross
CC filter select button

3 Place a white pattern in the same lighting conditions as
the subject, and zoom in on it so that a white area is
obtained in the screen to satisfy the positional and
ND filter select button quantitative requirements illustrated below.
FILTER LOCAL button A white object (white cloth, a white wall, etc.) near the
subject may be used in place of a white pattern.
ND Filter Color temperature
conversion filter
A rectangle centered in the screen. The length of the sides
1 clear A cross filter must be at least 70% of the height and width of the screen.
2 1/4 ND B 3200K (clear)

3 1/8 ND C 4300K
4 1/16 ND D 6300K
5 1/64 ND E 8000K
HDC1400R/1450R Within this rectangle, there must be an area of white

Press the filter select UP or DOWN button while greater than 10% of the entire screen.
holding the FILTER LOCAL button depressed.
Each press of the UP or DOWN button switches the Note
available optical filters in sequence. Be careful not to have any spots of high illumination in
the rectangle.
4 Adjust the lens iris opening.

With a manually adjusted lens: Set the opening to an
appropriate value.
With a lens which has automatic iris control: Set the
lens’ automatic/manual iris control switch to
automatic.
Adjustments and Settings for Shooting 27

5 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release white balance will be adjusted automatically according to
the switch. the filter settings. The adjusted value will be stored in the
selected memory. Each memory can store up to five
adjusted values, for a total of 10.
Setting the Electronic Shutter

This section explains the different modes which can be
used for the electronic shutter and gives the procedures for
AUTO W/B BAL switch setting the shutter mode and shutter speed.
The switch will return to the center position, and Note
adjustment will be performed. When a camera control unit or a remote control device,
such as MSU-900/950 Master Setup Unit and RCP-700/
During adjustment, the message “AWB: EXECUTING” 900-series Remote Control Panel, is connected, the
will be displayed on the viewfinder screen. electronic shutter is controlled from the external control
After about one second, a message like the one in the device and control on the camera are disabled.
figure below will be displayed, and the adjustment process
will complete. The adjusted value will be automatically
About the shutter modes
stored in the memory (A or B) selected in step 1.
The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic
shutter of the camera and the shutter speeds that may be
selected are as follows:
AWB:OK Shutter modes and speeds
Shutter
mode Shutter speeds 1) Usage
Standard 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, Use to obtain clear

1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 images of quickly moving
Note seconds subjects
When using a zoom lens with automatic iris control ECS (Extended Continuously variable Use to obtain images on
capability, hunting1) may occur. Adjust the lens’ iris gain Clear Scan) in the range of 60.00 video monitors without
Hz to 4300 Hz horizontal striping
control (labeled IG, IS, S, etc.).
1) The values in the table are those with 59.94i. With other formats, the
1) Hunting: The automatic iris responds over and over, and the image
available values may be different.
repeatedly darkens and lightens.
Note
For more information, refer to the lens’ operation manual.
With artificial lighting, particularly fluorescent lights and
When automatic white balance adjustment fails mercury vapor lamps, the brightness appears to be
constant, but in fact the strength of the red, green, and blue
If the white balance adjustment process does not end components varies with the power supply frequency. This
successfully, the error message “AWB: NG” will be phenomenon is known as “flicker.” When using the
displayed on the viewfinder screen for approximately three electronic shutter under these lighting conditions, there are
seconds. certain cases in which the flicker is more noticeable. In
If this error message is displayed, try white balance particular, color flicker is evident when the power
adjustment again. frequency is 60 Hz. In areas where the power frequency is
If the error message continues to be displayed after several 50 Hz, setting the shutter speed to 1/100 second will
attempts, the camera requires internal inspection. reduce the flicker.
When there is no time to adjust the white balance
Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. The white balance Selecting the shutter mode and speed
will be set automatically according to the filter settings. The shutter mode, and the shutter speed in standard mode,
are set using the SHUTTER switch.
About white balance memory
The white balance values stored in memory will be
preserved even when the camera power is turned off.
There are two white balance memories, A and B. When the
AUTO W/B BAL switch is pushed to the WHT side, the

Setting the shutter mode, and shutter speed in 3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align
Standard mode the arrow marker (,) to “TOP” and push on the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
1 Push the SHUTTER switch from the ON position to
the SEL position. The TOP MENU screen is displayed.
<TOP MENU>
USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
SHUTTER switch 4 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align

the arrow marker (,) to OPERATION and push on the
The current shutter setting will be displayed in the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
setting change/adjustment progress message display
The CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu is
area of the viewfinder screen for about three seconds.
displayed.
Example: “Shutter: 1/250”
CONTENTS 00 TOP
2 Push the SHUTTER switch to the SEL position again 01.<VF DISPLAY>
02.<'!'IND>
before the display disappears. Repeat this action until 03.<VF MARKER>
04.<VF DETAIL>
the desired mode or speed is displayed. 05.<FOCUS ASSIST>
06.<ZEBRA>
07.<CURSOR>
When all modes and speeds are displayed, they will be 08.<VF OUT>
09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>
displayed in the following order: 10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>
Example: with 59.94i 5 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER buttonto align
the arrow marker (,) to <VF DETAIL> and push on
Standard mode the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
1/100 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 The <VF DETAIL> page is displayed.
<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP
ECS mode
VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FAT MODE : OFF
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
ZOOM LINK: 100%
Setting the Focus Assist Functions COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%
Using the OPERATION menu, the assist functions for
easier focusing on the viewfinder, can be activated. 6 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align
the arrow marker (,) to the item to be set and push on
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
Adding the VF detail signal
Adding the VF detail signal to sharp edges in the image on To use the VF detail signal
the viewfinder screen makes it easier to check the focusing Set VF DETAIL to ON to activate the VF detail
condition by observing changes in the detail signal or in function to add the detail signal to sharp edges in the
the color converted from the detail signal (color detail). image. You can adjust the signal level (strength) in the
The focus setting where the detail signal becomes range of 0 to 100% (default 25%).
strongest is the best focus setting. You can adjust the characteristics of the detail signal
with the menu items below.
1 Turn on the camera. CRISP: Adjust to eliminate fine portions of the detail
signal.
2 Set the the DISPLAY switch to MENU while holding FREQUENCY: Change the detection band of sharp
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed. edges.
FAT MODE: Turn ON/OFF the function to thicken
The camera enters Menu mode, and “TOP” is the detail signal.
displayed at the upper right corner of the screen.
Adjustments and Settings for Shooting 29

FLICKER: Turn ON/OFF the function to flicker the 2 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER buttonto align
detail signal, which makes it easier to check the the arrow marker (,) to <FOCUS ASSIST>and push
signal on a CRT screen. on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
AREA: To limit the area where to display the detail
signal. The <FOCUS ASSIST> page is displayed.
ZOOM LINK: Set the VF detail level at the full <FOCUS ASSIST> 05 TOP
WIDE position. (The VF detail level changes INDICATOR : OFF
according to the zoom position.) MODE
LEVEL
:
:
BOX
3
BOTTOM
QUICK
GAIN : 50
OFFSET : 50
To use the color detail AREA MARKER: ON
SIZE : MIDDLE
Set COLOR DETAIL to ON to convert the VF detail POSITION : CENTER
POSITION H: 50
signal to a specified color. This makes it easier to POSITION V: 50
check the signal on an LCD screen, including the
viewfinder screen. The display color can be selected at 3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align
the column next to ON. the arrow marker (,) to the item to be set and push on
You can adjust the coloring with the menu items the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
below.
PEAK COLOR: Turn ON/OFF the function to To use the level indicator
change the color where the detail signal is Setting INDICATOR to ON displays the level
strongest. indicator on the viewfinder.
CHROMA LEVEL: To reduce the chroma You can set the display format with the menu items
components of the video signal (only for video below.
signals on the viewfinder). MODE: Set the type and position of the indicator.
LEVEL: Set the density and the response speed of the
7 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display indicator.
the desired setting and push on the MENU SEL knob/ GAIN: Set the sensitivity of the indicator.1)
ENTER button. OFFSET: Set the offset of the focus detection value.2)
1) Normally, the sensitivity of the indicator is automatically set to the
optimum value in conjunction with the AREA MARKER SIZE set
8 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to value. Use this setting when an optimum sensitivity value cannot be
OFF to exit Menu mode. obtained, depending on the shooting environment.
2) Normally, the optimum offset is automatically set in conjunction with
the AREA MARKER SIZE and MASTER GAIN set values. Use this
Displaying the focus assist indicators setting when the optimum offset cannot be obtained, depending on
the shooting environment.
The focus assist indicator function extracts the
irregularities of a subject and converts the integrated values To use the area marker
to a level indicator, which shows the focus condition. Setting AREA MARKER to ON displays the detection
area of the focus as a marker on the viewfinder screen.
Level indicator (its position and operations can be adjusted.) You can set the size and position of the detection area
with the menu items below.
SIZE: The size of the detection area can be changed.
(If the area size is too large, both the subject and the
background are included in the area, making the
indicator display may easily deviate from the
subject.)
Area marker to display the detection area of the focus (its POSITION: Roughly set the position of the detection
size and position can be adjusted.) area.
POSITION H: Finely adjust the position of the
The focus setting where the indicator shows the maximum detection area in the horizontal directions.
level is the best focus setting. (The range of the indicator POSITION V: Finely adjust the position of the
substantially changes depending on picture elements or detection area in the vertical directions.
shooting environments. Adjust it with GAIN and OFFSET
as required.) 4 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to display
the desired setting and push on the MENU SEL knob/
1 Display the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION ENTER button.
menu (referring to step 1 to 4 in “Adding the VF detail
signal”). 5 To finish the adjustment, set the DISPLAY switch to
OFF to exit Menu mode.

Notes
• When INDICATOR is ON, the effect area marker is Setting the Camera
disabled even if EFFECT is set ON on the <VF
MARKER> page. Outputs
• When AREA MARKER is ON, the safety zone marker
is disabled even if SAFETY ZONE is set ON on the <VF
MARKER> page. You can specify video signals directly output from the
• When displaying the focus assist indicator, check that camera, with menu operations.
the flange focal length has been precisely adjusted.
Note
See “Adjusting the Flange Focal Length” on page 21 for
the flange focal length. The MAIN (camera picture), RET (return video), or VF
(the same picture as that displayed on the viewfinder
screen) setting is common to SD-SDI and VBS. Different
signals cannot be output.
The menu pages used for the output settings have been
registered to the USER menu at the factory.
• <POWER SAVE>
• <OUTPUT FORMAT>
• <TEST OUT>
• <SDI-2 OUT>(HDC1500R)/<SDI OUT>(HDC1550R/
1400R/1450R)
• <DOWN CONVERTER>
Set the following menu items to the settings shown in the

table.
For details on menu operations and the USER menu, see
“Menu Operations” on page 34.
Outputting the signal being shot (camera

picture)
The same textual information as that displayed on the
viewfinder screen can be added to the output signal by
setting CHARACTER to “ON” on the <SDI-2 OUT>
(<SDI OUT>) or <TEST OUT> page.
To output as HD-SDI
Menu page Item Setting

<POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE
SDI OUT(HDC1550R/
1400R/1450R)
<SDI-2 OUT>/<SDI OUT> OUTPUT MAIN
To output as SD-SDI
<POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE
SDI OUT(HDC1550R/
1400R/1450R)
DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE
<DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL MAIN
<SDI-2 OUT>/<SDI OUT> OUTPUT SD-SDI
Setting the Camera Outputs 31

To output as VBS G, and B. Information other than CHARACTER (such as
VF MARKER, VF DETAIL, ZEBRA) cannot be added
Menu page Item Setting to the output.
<POWER SAVE> DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE
Note
<DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL MAIN
With the settings for outputting the same image as that on
<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS the viewfinder screen, the output will be obtained in 1080i,
even if the format setting is 720P.
Constantly outputting a return video
To output as HD-SDI
• When a camera control unit is connected, one of the
signals being supplied to the camera control unit can be Menu page Item Setting
output from the camera. <POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE
• The last selected return signal is output. SDI OUT(HDC1550R/
• The same textual information as that displayed on the 1400R/1450R)
viewfinder screen can be added to the output signal by <SDI-2 OUT>/<SDI OUT> OUTPUT VF
setting CHARACTER to “ON” on the <SDI-2
OUT>(<SDI OUT>) or <TEST OUT> page. To output as SD-SDI
To output as HD-SDI Menu page Item Setting
Menu page Item Setting <POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE
SDI OUT(HDC1550R/
<POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE 1400R/1450R)
SDI OUT(HDC1550R/
1400R/1450R) DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE
<SDI-2 OUT>/<SDI OUT> OUTPUT RET <DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL VF

To output as SD-SDI
To output as VBS
<POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT (HDC1500R)/ ACTIVE Menu page Item Setting
SDI OUT(HDC1550R/ <POWER SAVE> DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE
1400R/1450R)
<DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL VF
DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE
<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS
<DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL RET
Outputting via Dual Link (HDC1500R only)
To output as VBS The SDI-1 output is assigned to Link A, SDI-2 output to
Link B.
Menu page Item Setting Note
<POWER SAVE> DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE This function cannot be used when a camera control unit is
<DOWN CONVERTER> OUTPUT SIGNAL RET connected.
<TEST OUT> OUTPUT VBS
To output in 1080/59.94P or 1080/50P
Outputting the same image as that on the Menu page Item Setting
viewfinder screen <OUTPUT FORMAT> ACTIVE LINE 1080
• With HD-SDI, you can obtain a signal that includes the (Format) 59.94P or 50P
same information as that being displayed on the <POWER SAVE> SDI-2 OUT ACTIVE
viewfinder screen according to the settings of the VF <SDI-2 OUT> OUTPUT LINK-B
MARKER, CHARACTER, VF DETAIL, ZEBRA, etc.
The ON/OFF or other settings for adding information are
common to those for the viewfinder. The output is
synchronized with switching among Y, R, G, and B or
switching to a return signal.
• With SD-SDI or VBS, the output is synchronized only
with switching between a return signal and the camera
image. It does not correspond to switching among Y, R,
32 Setting the Camera Outputs

Viewfinder Screen Status Display
Besides the video image, the viewfinder can display text status, as well as items such as a center marker or safety
and messages showing the camera settings and operation zone marker.
When the DISPLAY switch is set to ON

Items set to ON using the menu or related switches will be
displayed on the upper and lower edges of the screen.
a Zoom position
b Lens extender i Focus position
c Digital extender
EX Z55 F255
D.EXT 12.5V j Battery voltage
TALK
d TALK indication
e 5600K mode 5600

1A W:A 0dB 1/125 F5.6
f Filter k F value
g White balance memory l Shutter/ECS

h Gain value
a Zoom position W:A: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “A”

Indicates the approximate position of the zoom lens W:B: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “B”
variator between wide angle (0) and telephoto (99). Shows W:P: The WHITE BAL switch is set to “PRST”
how close it is to the telephoto side.
h Gain value
b Lens extender Displays the video gain value (dB) set with the GAIN
“EX” is displayed when a lens extender is in use. switch.
c Digital extender i Focus position

“D.EXT” is displayed when a digital extender is in use. Shows the focus position of a zoom lens as a numeric value
(0 to 255 (infinity)).
d TALK indication
Displayed when the intercom microphone is set to ON. j Battery voltage
Displays the input voltage.
e 5600K mode
Displayed when 5600K is set to ON. k F value
Indicates the lens F (iris opening) value.
f Filter
Displays the type of filter currently selected. The number l Shutter/ECS
(1, 2, 3, 4, or 5) indicates the ND filter, and the letter (A, B, Displays the shutter/ECS status. Nothing is displayed if the
C, D or E) is for the CC filter (HDC1500R/1550R only). electronic shutter is set to OFF.
g White balance memory

Displays the currently selected white balance automatic
adjustment memory.
Viewfinder Screen Status Display 33

When you press the CANCEL/STATUS
switch toward STATUS Menu Operations
The status display is changed to show the following items:
The menus displayed on the viewfinder screen enable

a Assignable switch indication various settings of the camera.
b Format indication The following controls are used to operate the menus.
FORMAT :1080-59.94i
ASSIGNABLE :OFF
!ND :2
!CC :C
!FAN :MAX
!EXT :ON
!FORMAT :1080-59.94i
OPT LV CAM:ssxxxxxxb
CCU:ssxxxxxxb
d Light-receiving level indications

c ‘!’ indication area
DISPLAY switch
a Assignable switch indication Push on CANCEL/STATUS

Rotate
The function assigned to the assignable switch (page 13) is switch
indicated.
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button
For the functions that can be assigned, see OPERATION
menu <SWITCH ASSIGN1> (page 43).
b Format indication
Starting Menu Operations
The current video format is displayed.
To display a menu page
c ‘!’ indication area Set the DISPLAY switch from OFF to MENU.
This area is used to display abnormal statuses, using the The menu page that last operated will be displayed. (If it is
<‘!’ IND> function. Display options can be set, using the the first time, the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION
menu. (!CC is displayed for HDC1500R/1550R only.) menu will be displayed.)
For details, see OPERATION menu <‘!’ IND> (page 41).
To display the TOP MENU screen
d Light-receiving level indications (HDC1500R/
If you set the DISPLAY switch from OFF to MENU while
1400R only)
holding the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button pressed,
This area shows the light-receiving levels in segments.
“TOP” is displayed at the upper right corner of the screen.
CAM: Light-receiving level at the CCU connector (page
Selecting it displays the TOP MENU screen, which lists
16) of the camera
the available menus, and you can select the menus on this
CCU: Light-receiving level at the CAMERA connector of
screen.
the CCU TOP MENU screen
Note <TOP MENU>
If a camera control unit other than an HDCU1000/1500 is USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
connected, correct indications may not be obtained. ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
To disable the “TOP” indication

Turn the power once off then on again, or set the DISPLAY
switch from OFF to MENU while holding the CANCEL/
STATUS switch pressed toward CANCEL. This disables
the TOP selection.
34 Menu Operations
Available menus The CONTENTS page or the last operated page of the
selected menu is displayed.
USER menu
This menu can include menu pages selected from among
the OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and Selecting Pages
DIAGNOSIS menus, for convenience. Changing, adding,
and deleting pages can be performed with the USER
MENU CUSTOMIZE menu. When selecting a page from a CONTENTS
page
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu Example: CONTENTS page of the OPERATION menu
This menu allows you to edit the USER menu.
If the screen can be scrolled, arrows
For details on the USER menu, see “Editing the USER will indicate the direction of scrolling.
Menu” on page 36.
CONTENTS 00 TOP
ALL menu 01.<VF DISPLAY>

02.<'!'IND>
03.<VF MARKER>
This menu permits you to control all items of the Arrow marker 04.<VF DETAIL>
OPERATION menu, PAINT menu, MAINTENANCE 05.<FOCUS ASSIST>
06.<ZEBRA>
menu, FILE menu, and DIAGNOSIS menu as a single 07.<CURSOR>
08.<VF OUT>
menu. 09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>
10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>
OPERATION menu Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align the
This menu contains items for camera operators to operate arrow marker (,) with the desired page indication, then
the camera. It mainly permits viewfinder, intercom, and push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
switch settings.
The selected page is displayed.
PAINT menu
This menu contains items for making detailed image Page number
adjustments while using a waveform monitor to monitor
the waveforms output from the camera. Support of a video <VF DETAIL> 04 TOP
engineer is usually required to use this menu. VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
Although you can also use an external remote control FREQUENCY: 9M
FAT MODE : OFF
panel or master setup unit to set the items on this menu, the FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
menu is effective when using the camera by itself outdoors. ZOOM LINK: 100%
COLOR DETAIL : ON BLUE
PEAK COLOR : ON
MAINTENANCE menu CHROMA LEVEL: 100%
This menu contains items for performing camera

maintenance operations, such as changing the system or To change the displayed page
setting infrequently used “paint” items.
1 Check that the arrow marker (,) is located at the left
FILE menu of the page number, then push on the MENU SEL
This menu is for performing file operations, such as knob/ENTER button.
writing or clearing the reference file.
The arrow marker (,) changes to a flashing question
DIAGNOSIS menu (?) mark.
This menu enables you to confirm the self-diagnostic flash
information.
<VF DETAIL> ? 04 TOP
To select a menu on the TOP MENU screen VF DETAIL : ON
CRISP : 0
25%
FREQUENCY: 9M
FAT MODE : OFF
1 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
the arrow marker (,) with the desired menu ZOOM LINK: 100%
indication. PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100%
2 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
Menu Operations 35
2 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to flip 4 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
through the pages.
The “?” mark will change back to the arrow marker
3 When the desired page is displayed, push on the (,), and the new setting will be registered.
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
5 To change other setting items on the same menu page,
The “?” mark will change back to the arrow marker repeat steps 1 through 4.
(,), and operations with the displayed page are
enabled. To specify a character string
To return to the TOP MENU screen When you press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button with
Align the arrow marker (,) with “TOP” at the top right of the arrow marker (,) pointing to an item for which a
the menu page then press the MENU SEL knob/ENTER character string, such as a file ID, is to be specified, a
button. cursor and the list of selectable characters are displayed.
The displayed cursor can be moved by rotating the MENU
<VF DETAIL> 04 TOP
SEL knob/ENTER button.
VF DETAIL : ON 25%
CRISP : 0
FREQUENCY: 9M
FAT MODE : OFF
1 Set the cursor to the position where you wish enter a
FLICKER : OFF
AREA : 70%
character, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER
ZOOM LINK: 100%
button.
PEAK COLOR : ON
CHROMA LEVEL: 100% Another cursor appears on the character list.
The TOP MENU screen is resumed. 2 Set the cursor to the character to be entered and push
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
Repeat steps 1 and 2.
Setting the Menu Items
By selecting INS on the line below the character list,
If a “?” mark is flashing at the left of the page number,
you can enter a space at the cursor position.
push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to change it
Selecting DEL deletes the character at the cursor
to the arrow marker (,). Setting on the displayed page is
position.
enabled.
You can return to step 1 without changing the
character by selecting RET.
1 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to align
the arrow marker (,) with the desired item.
If you enter the permitted maximum number of
characters (up to the stop mark at the right end of the
2 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
line), the cursor moves to ESC on the line below the
The arrow marker (,) will change to a flashing “?” character list.
mark.
To register the new string you have set, select END
3 Rotate the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to change and push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
the setting value.
To restore the previous string, select ESC and push on
When the knob is rotated quickly, the values will the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
change quickly; when rotated slowly, the values will
change slowly. To end menu operations
Set the DISPLAY switch to OFF.
To reset a changed value
If you press the CANCEL/STATUS switch toward
CANCEL before pressing the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button, the setting will be returned to its Editing the USER Menu
previous value.
You can select desired pages and items from the
To interrupt settings OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, FILE, and
Set the DISPLAY switch to OFF to turn off the menu DIAGNOSIS menus and register them to the USER menu.
screen display. If you specify pages or items frequently used for the USER
The setting operation can be restarted by setting the menu, you can easily call and use them.
DISPLAY switch back to MENU.
36 Menu Operations
The following pages are included on the factory-set USER 2 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
menu: arrow marker (,) to “USER MENU CUSTOMIZE”
then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
Menu page title USER Source menu / page No.
menu If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
No. menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
<VF OUT> U01 OPERATION 08 menu appears.
<VF DETAIL> U02 OPERATION 04
CONTENTS E00 TOP
<FOCUS ASSIST> U03 OPERATION 05 xx
01.EDIT PAGE
02.USER 1 EDIT
<VF DISPLAY> U04 OPERATION 01 c 03.USER 2 EDIT
04.USER 3 EDIT
<‘!’ IND> U05 OPERATION 02 05.USER 4 EDIT
06.USER 5 EDIT
<VF MARKER> U06 OPERATION 03 07.USER 6 EDIT
08.USER 7 EDIT
<CURSOR> U07 OPERATION 07 09.USER 8 EDIT
10.USER 9 EDIT
<ZEBRA> U08 OPERATION 06
If the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu has been
<SWITCH ASSIGN1> U09 OPERATION 09
used before, the page last accessed appears.
<SWITCH ASSIGN2> U10 OPERATION 10
<POWER SAVE> U11 MAINTENANCE M13 3 If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
<LENS FILE> U12 OPERATION 18 SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow marker
<HEAD SET> U13 OPERATION 11 (,) to any of USER 1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT then
push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to
<INTERCOM LEVEL> U14 OPERATION 12
display the page.
<MIC GAIN> U15 MAINTENANCE M06
<OUTPUT FORMAT> U16 MAINTENANCE M09 If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU SEL
<TEST OUT> U17 MAINTENANCE M11 knob/ENTER button until the desired page appears,
then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to
<SDI-2 OUT> (HDC1500R) U18 MAINTENANCE M12
or <SDI OUT> select the page.
(HDC1550R/1400R/1450R)
<DOWN CONVERTER> U19 MAINTENANCE M10 Example: When you select the USER 2 EDIT page
<TRUNK> U20 MAINTENANCE M14 USER 2 EDIT E03 TOP
<UP TALLY> U21 MAINTENANCE M07 c
<ROM VERSION> U22 DIAGNOSIS D04
For the items on each page, see the corresponding source

menu page in the table in “Menu List” on page 40.
The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to 4 Move the arrow marker (,) to the item to be added
configure a USER menu that consists only of pages and (this operation is unnecessary if no item exists on the
items that you need, by your adding, deleting or replacing page, as shown in the figure for step 3) then push on
pages. the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.
Creating a new page
EDIT FUNCTION ESC
The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to add
c INSERT
a new page to the USER menu. MOVE
While the EDIT page contains factory-preset items, the DELETE
BLANK
USER 1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT pages are all blank in
their initial state. You can register up to 10 items, including
blank lines, on each of these pages.
To create a new page, proceed as follows.
5 Move the arrow marker (,) to “INSERT” and push on
1 While holding the CANCEL/STATUS switch pressed the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
toward STATUS, move the DISPLAY switch from the
OFF position to the MENU position. The page with the last item added appears.
The TOP MENU screen appears.
Menu Operations 37
<SW STATUS> P01 ESC 3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
FLARE : c ON
arrow marker (,) to the position where you wish to
GAMMA : ON
BLK GAM : OFF
move the item then push on the MENU SEL knob/
KNEE : ON
WHT CLIP: ON
ENTER button.
DETAIL : ON
LVL DEP : ON
SKIN DTL: OFF ITEM MOVE ESC
MATRIX : OFF xx
c VF OUT : COLOR
VF DETAIL : OFF
6 Add the items. MARKER
CURSOR
: ON
: OFF
ZEBRA SW : OFF
1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button until the z ASSIGNABLE
: 1
: OFF
page that has the desired items appears then push
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. The item selected in step 1 moves to the position that
you selected in step 3.
2 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move In the above example, “ASSIGNABLE” is moved to
the arrow marker (,) to the desired item then push the top and the other items are moved down one line.
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
To insert a blank line
The USER 2 EDIT page appears again, displaying
the newly added item. Proceed as follows:
7 Add the remaining items by repeating steps 4 to 6. 1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
arrow marker (,) to the item above which you wish to
You can add up to 10 items on one page. insert a blank line.
To delete items from a page The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.

Proceed as follows: 2 Select “BLANK” then push on the MENU SEL knob/
ENTER button.
1 Move the arrow marker (,) to the item to be deleted,
and push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. The previously displayed page appears again, and a
blank line is inserted above the specified item.
The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.
Note
2 Select “DELETE,” and push on the MENU SEL knob/ You cannot insert a blank line on a page where 10 items
ENTER button. have already been registered.
The previously displayed page appears again, and the
message “DELETE OK? YES,NO” appears at the Adding/deleting/replacing pages
upper right. You can add a new page to the USER menu, delete a page
from the USER menu or replace pages, using the EDIT
3 To delete, turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to PAGE of the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu.
move the arrow marker (,) to “YES,” and push on the
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. To add a page
Proceed as follows:
To change the order of items on a page
Proceed as follows: 1 Select “USER MENU CUSTOMIZE” on the TOP
MENU screen.
1 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
arrow marker (,) to the item to be moved then push If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
menu appears. If the menu has been used before, the
The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears. last accessed page appears.
2 Select MOVE then push on the MENU SEL knob/ 2 If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
ENTER button. SEL knob/ENTER button to move the arrow marker
(,) to “EDIT PAGE” then push on the MENU SEL
The previously displayed page appears again.
knob/ENTER button to display the EDIT PAGE
screen.
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If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU SEL The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.
knob/ENTER button until the EDIT PAGE screen
appears, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER 2 Select “DELETE” then push on the MENU SEL knob/
button to select the page. ENTER button.
xx
EDIT PAGE E01 TOP The previously displayed page appears again, and the
01.<VF OUT>
c 02.<VF DETAIL>
message “DELETE OK? YES,NO” appears at the
03.<FOCUS ASSIST> upper right.
04.<VF DISPLAY>
05.<'!' IND>
06.<VF MARKER> ITEM DELETE ESC
07.<CURSOR> DELETE OK? YES c NO
08.<ZEBRA> 01.<VF OUT>
09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1> 02.<VF DETAIL>
10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2> 03.<FOCUS ASSIST>
z 04.<VF DISPLAY>
05.<'!' IND>
3 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the 06.<VF MARKER>
07.<CURSOR>
08.<ZEBRA>
arrow marker (,) to where you wish to add the page, 09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>
then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. 10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>
The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears. 3 To delete, turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to
move the arrow marker (,) to “YES,” then push on
EDIT FUNCTION ESC
the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
c INSERT
MOVE
DELETE
To move a page
Proceed as follows:
1 Display the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU

CUSTOMIZE menu. Turn the MENU SEL knob/
4 Select INSERT then push on the MENU SEL knob/ ENTER button to move the arrow marker (,) to the
ENTER button. page that you wish to move.
The selection screen appears. The EDIT FUNCTION screen appears.
xx
CONTENTS
c 01.USER 1
ESC
2 Select “MOVE” then push on the MENU SEL knob/
02.USER 2 ENTER button.
03.USER 3
04.USER 4
05.USER 5 The EDIT PAGE screen appears again.
06.USER 6
07.USER 7
08.USER
09.USER
10.USER
8
9
10
3 Turn MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
arrow marker (,) to the position to which you wish to
move the page selected in step 1.
5 Turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move the
arrow marker (,) to the desired page, then push on the
ITEM MOVE ESC
MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. xx
01.<VF OUT>
02.<VF DETAIL>
This adds the number and name of the selected page 03.<FOCUS ASSIST>
c 04.<VF DISPLAY>
above the item selected in step 3. 05.<'!' IND>
06.<VF MARKER>
07.<CURSOR>
08.<ZEBRA>
To cancel addition of a page z 09.<SWITCH ASSIGN1>
10.<SWITCH ASSIGN2>
Before pushing the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button in
step 5, turn the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button to move
the arrow marker (,) to “ESC” at the top right of the 4 Push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button.
screen, then push on the MENU SEL knob/ENTER button. The page selected in step 1 is moved to the position
The EDIT PAGE screen appears again. selected in step 3.
In the above example, <SWITCH ASSIGN1> moves
To delete a page to the “04” position, and the <VF DISPLAY> and
Proceed as follows: following pages move down one line.
1 On the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU

CUSTOMIZE menu, move the arrow marker (,) to
the page to be deleted, and push on the MENU SEL
knob/ENTER button.
Menu Operations 39
Menu List
This section shows the menus to be displayed on the Notes
viewfinder screen in tables.
HDLA: HDLA1500-series Large Lens Adaptor
• For the pages that have been registered in the USER
CCU: HDCU1000/1500 Camera Control Unit
menu at the factory, the USER menu page numbers are
Execute by ENTER: Execute by pushing on the MENU
indicated in parenthesis in the No. column of the tables.
SEL knob/ENTER button.
• A CONTENTS page (numbered 00) is also provided for
each menu.
OPERATION Menu
Page title No. Item Default Settings Remarks

<VF DISPLAY> 01 EX ON ON, OFF
(U04)
ZOOM OFF ON, OFF
DISP LEFT LEFT, RIGT
FOCUS OFF ON, OFF Valid only when a serial lens is
used
ND ON ON, OFF
CC ON ON, OFF Valid with HDC1500R/1550R
only
5600K ON ON, OFF
IRIS ON ON, OFF
WHITE OFF ON, OFF
D.EXT ON ON, OFF
GAIN ON ON, OFF
SHUTT ON ON, OFF
BATT OFF ON, OFF
RETURN ON ON, OFF
TALK ON ON, OFF
MESSAG ALL ALL, WRN, AT, OFF ALL: To display all messages
WRN: To display warning
messages and higher
AT: To display Auto Setup
information and higher
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<'!' IND> 02 ND [IND] ON ON, OFF [IND]: Set whether to be
(U05) included in the status
[NORMAL] 1 – – – – 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 (combination
indications on the
allowed)
viewfinder screen (see
CC [IND] ON ON, OFF page 34).
[NORMAL] – B – – – A, B, C, D, E (combination [NORMAL]: Specify the
allowed) conditions under which the
‘!’ indication is not to be
WHITE [IND] ON ON, OFF, - - -
displayed even if [IND] is
[NORMAL] – A B P, A, B (combination allowed) ON. (By specifying the
5600K [IND] ON ON, OFF, - - - standard or normal
conditions here, non-
[NORMAL] OFF ON, OFF standard or abnormal
GAIN [IND] ON ON, OFF, - - - conditions can be found
with the ‘!’ indication on the
[NORMAL] – – L L, M, H (combination
viewfinder screen.)
allowed)
SHUTT [IND] ON ON, OFF, - - - e.g.: With the default setting of
[NORMAL] OFF ON, OFF ND, the ‘!’ indication is
displayed when an ND filter
FAN [IND] ON ON, OFF other than 1 is selected.
[NORMAL] AUTO1 AUTO1, AUTO2, MIN, MAX
- - - : When CCU connected
EXT [IND] ON ON, OFF
(cannot be changed)
FORMAT [IND] ON ON, OFF
Note
[NORMAL] 59.94i or HDC1500R/1550R: CC is available for
50i (HDC1400R CED/ 59.94i, 29.97PsF, 50i, HDC1500R/1550R only.
E33 and HDC1450R 25PsF, 24PsF, 23.98PsF,
CED models) 59.94P, 50P
HDC1400R JN3/JN4 and
HDC1450R UC7 models:
59.94i, 59.94P
HDC1400R CED/E33 and
HDC1450R CED models:
50i, 50P
<VF MARKER> 03 MARKER ON ON, OFF Except MASK
(U06)
WHITE WHITE, BLACK, DOT
CENTER OFF ON, OFF
1 1, 2, 3, 4 1: Entire cross
2: Entire cross with a hole
3: Center
4: Center with a hole
SAFETY ZONE OFF ON, OFF
90.0% 80.0, 90.0, 92.5, 95.0%
EFFECT OFF ON, OFF, (FOCUS) (FOCUS): Displayed when
INDICATOR of <FOCUS
ASSIST> is ON.
ASPECT OFF ON, OFF
4:3 16:9, 15:9, 14:9, 13:9, 4:3, (4.3): If VF SCAN is set to 4:3
(4.3) on HDLA attached (cannot
be changed)
MASK OFF ON, OFF, (ON) (ON): If VF SCAN is set to 4:3
on HDLA attached (cannot
be changed)
12 0 to 15 Set the level to darken
outside the aspect area.
SAFETY OFF ON, OFF, (AREA) For the safety marker in
90.0% 80.0, 90.0, 92.5, 95.0% Aspect mode.
(AREA): Displayed when
AREA MARKER of
<FOCUS ASSIST> is ON.
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<VF DETAIL> 04 VF DETAIL ON ON, OFF
(U02)
25% 0 to 100%
CRISP 0 –99 to +99
FREQUENCY 9M 9M, 14M, 18M
FAT MODE OFF ON, OFF
FLICKER OFF ON, OFF
AREA 100% 100%, 70%, 60%, 50%, 40%
ZOOM LINK 0% 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, 100%
COLOR DETAIL OFF ON, OFF
BLUE BLUE, RED, YELLOW
PEAK COLOR OFF ON, OFF
CHROMA LEVEL 25% 100%, 50%, 25%, 0%
<FOCUS ASSIST> 05 INDICATOR OFF ON, OFF, (EFFECT) (EFFECT): Displayed when
(U03) EFFECT of <VF
MARKER> is ON.
MODE BOX BOX, B&W, COL
BOTTOM BOTTOM, LEFT, TOP, RIGHT
LEVEL 3 1 to 5
QUICK QUICK, SMOOTH
GAIN 50 0 to 99
OFFSET 50 0 to 99
AREA MARKER OFF ON, OFF, (ASPECT) (ASPECT): Displayed when
ASPECT SAFETY of <VF
MARKER> is ON.
SIZE MIDDLE SMALL, MIDDLE, LARGE
POSITION CENTER LEFT, CENTER, RIGHT
POSITION H 50 0 to 99
POSITION V 50 0 to 99
<ZEBRA> 06 ZEBRA OFF ON, OFF
(U08)
1 1, 2, 1&2
ZEBRA1 LEVEL 70% 50 to 109%
WIDTH 10% 0 to 30%
ZEBRA2 100% 50 to 109%
<CURSOR> 07 CURSOR OFF ON, OFF Display only if HDLA attached
(U07)
WHITE WHITE, BLACK, DOT
BOX/CROSS BOX BOX, CROSS
H POSITION 50 0 to 99 Display only if HDLA attached
V POSITION 50 0 to 99
WIDTH 50 0 to 99
HEIGHT 50 0 to 99
<VF OUT> 08 VF OUT COLOR COLOR, Y, R, G, B, Settings in ( ): When HDLA
(U01) (COLOR), (Y), (R), (G), (B), attached (cannot be
(RET), (R+G), (R+B), (G+B) changed)
RET MIX VF OFF ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): When HDLA
attached (cannot be
changed)
MIX DIRECTION RET MAIN, RET
MIX VF MODE Y-MIX Y-MIX, WIRE(W), WIRE(B)
MIX VF LEVEL 80% 0 to 80%
VF SCAN 16 : 9 16 : 9, 4 : 3
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<SWITCH ASSIGN1> 09 GAIN [L] 0 dB –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB
(U09)
[M] 6 dB –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB
[H] 12 dB –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB
ASSIGNABLE OFF OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
RETURN2 SW, INCOM1, only.
INCOM2, VF DETAIL, MIX When HDLA attached: OFF,
VF, 5600K, FAN MAX, EXTENDER, 5600K, FAN
D.EXTENDER MAX, D.EXTENDER
Note
When you turn D.EXTENDER
ON or OFF, noise may be
generated. This is not a
malfunction.
OFF OFF, RETURN1 SW, CED/E33 models only.
RETURN2 SW, ENG, PROD, When HDLA attached: OFF,
VF DETAIL, MIX VF, 5600K, EXTENDER, 5600K, FAN
FAN MAX, D.EXTENDER MAX, D.EXTENDER
Note
When you turn D.EXTENDER
ON or OFF, noise may be
generated. This is not a
malfunction.
RE.ROTATION STD STD, RVS Specify operation mode of the
MENU SEL knob.
STD: Clockwise rotation
moves , down or
increases values on the
menu screen.
RVS: Counterclockwise
rotation moves , down or
increases values on the
menu screen.
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<SWITCH ASSIGN2> 10 LENS VTR S/S RETURN2 SW OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
(U10) RETURN2 SW, INCOM1, only.
INCOM2 Assign a function to the VTR
START/STOP switch on the
mounted lens.
RETURN2 SW OFF, RETURN1 SW, CED/E33 models only.
RETURN2 SW, ENG, PROD Assign a function to the VTR
START/STOP switch on the
mounted lens.
FRONT RET1 RETURN1 SW OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
INCOM2, D.EXTENDER
RETURN2 SW, ENG, PROD,
D.EXTENDER
FRONT RET2 RETURN2 SW OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
INCOM2, D.EXTENDER
D.EXTENDER
HANDLE SW1 RETURN1 SW OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
INCOM2, ZOOM(T)
ZOOM(T)
HANDLE SW2 INCOM1 OFF, RETURN1 SW, JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
INCOM2, ZOOM(W)
INCOM1 OFF, RETURN1 SW, CED/E33 models only.
ZOOM(W)
ZOOM SPEED 20 00 to 99
HKCT INCOM MIC INCOM1 OFF, INCOM1, INCOM2 JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
only.
Assign a function to the
INTERCOM MIC switch on the
HKC-T1500.
ENG OFF, ENG, PROD CED/E33 models only.
Assign a function to the
INTERCOM MIC switch on the
HKC-T1500.
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<HEAD SET> 11 INTERCOM1 MIC DYNAMIC DYNAMIC, CARBON,
(U13) MANUAL
LEVEL (–60 dB) –60 dB, –50 dB, –40 dB, Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC
–30 dB, –20 dB or CARBON (cannot be
changed)
0 dB –6 dB, 0 dB, +6 dB Input gain
POWER (OFF) ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC
or CARBON (cannot be
changed)
UNBAL ON ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): With CARBON
(cannot be changed)
INTERCOM2 MIC DYNAMIC DYNAMIC, CARBON,
MANUAL
LEVEL (–60 dB) –60 dB, –50 dB, –40 dB, Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC
–30 dB, –20 dB or CARBON (cannot be
changed)
0 dB –6 dB, 0 dB, +6 dB Input gain
POWER (OFF) ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): With DYNAMIC
or CARBON (cannot be
changed)
UNBAL ON ON, OFF, (ON), (OFF) Settings in ( ): With CARBON
(cannot be changed)
<INTERCOM LEVEL> 12 SIDE TONE
(U14)
INTERCOM1 50 MU, 1 to 99
INTERCOM2 50 MU, 1 to 99
<RECEIVE SEL1> 13 INTERCOM1 SEPARATE SEPARATE, MIX
RECEIVE SELECT
INTERCOM LEFT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - - JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
only
ENG LEFT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - - CED/E33 models only
PROD LEFT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - - CED/E33 models only
PGM1 RIGHT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - -
TRACKER LEFT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - -
<RECEIVE SEL2> 14 INTERCOM2 SEPARATE SEPARATE, MIX
RECEIVE SELECT
only
TRACKER --- RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - -
<RECEIVE SEL3> 15 TRACKER RECEIVE SEPARATE SEPARATE, MIX
SELECT
only
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<RECEIVE SEL4> 16 EARPHONE SEPARATE SEPARATE, MIX
RECEIVE SELECT
only
TRACKER LEFT RIGHT, LEFT, BOTH, - - -
<OPERATOR FILE> 17 READ (MS→CAM) Execute by ENTER. To read the operator file from
a “Memory Stick”
WRITE (CAM→MS) Execute by ENTER. To write the current settings of
the operator file items to a
“Memory Stick”
PRESET Execute by ENTER. To set the operator file items
to the preset values in internal
memory
FILE ID alphanumerics (max.16 Enter a comment for the
characters) operator file to be written to a
“Memory Stick.”
See “To specify a character
string” on page 36.
CAM CODE HDC1000/1500 Camera code Display only
DATE Display only
<LENS FILE> 18 FILE 1 1 to 17 1 to 16: When using a non-
(U12) serial lens
17: When using a serial lens
xxxx... Lens file name Changeable only when using
a non-serial lens
F.xx F-stop number of the lens Changeable only when using
a non-serial lens
CENTER MARKER To set and store the center
H POS 0 –20 to +20 marker position:
H POS: Increasing the value
V POS 0 –20 to +20 moves it to the right.
STORE Execute by ENTER. V POS: Increasing the value
moves it downwards.
PAINT Menu
Menu page No. Item⁄ Default Settings Remarks

<SW STATUS> P01 FLARE ON ON, OFF
GAMMA ON ON, OFF
BLK GAM OFF ON, OFF
KNEE ON ON, OFF
WHT CLIP ON ON, OFF
DETAIL ON ON, OFF
LVL DEP ON ON, OFF
SKIN DTL OFF ON, OFF
MATRIX OFF ON, OFF
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<VIDEO LEVEL> P02 [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, B, and M (master) values
WHITE 0 0 0 –99 to +99 can be independently set.
(M cannot be set for WHITE or
BLACK 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99
FLARE.)
FLARE 0 0 0 –99 to +99
GAMMA 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99
V MOD 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99
FLARE ON ON, OFF
V MOD ON ON, OFF
D. SHAD OFF ON, OFF
TEST OFF OFF, SAW, 3STEP, 10STEP
<COLOR TEMP> P03 [R] [G] [B]
WHITE 0 0 0 –99 to +99
AUTO WHITE Execute by ENTER.
BALANCE
COLOR TEMP 3200K 0K to 65535K
BALANCE 0 –99 to +99
MASTER 0.0 dB –3.0 to +12.0 dB
<GAMMA> P04 [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, B, and M (master) values
LEVEL 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99 can be independently set.
COARSE 0.45 0.35 to 0.90 (0.05 steps)
TABLE STANDARD STANDARD, HYPER
5 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 With STANDARD selected
1: equivalent to a camcorder
2: 4.5-times gain
3: 3.5-times gain
4: equivalent to SMPTE-240M
5: equivalent to ITU-R709
6: 5.0-times gain
7: 5.0-times gain - 709
4 1, 2, 3, 4 With HYPER selected
1: 325% to 100%
2: 460% to 100%
3: 325% to 109%
4: 460% to 109%
GAMMA ON ON, OFF
<BLACK GAMMA> P05 RGB [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, B, and M (master) values
LEVEL 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99 can be independently set.
RANGE HIGH LOW, L.MID, H.MID, HIGH
OFF ON, OFF
<SATURATION> P06 SATURATION 0 –99 to +99
OFF ON, OFF
LOW KEY SAT 0 –99 to +99
RANGE HIGH LOW, L.MID, H.MID, HIGH
OFF ON, OFF
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<KNEE> P07 [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, B, and M (master) values
K POINT 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99 can be independently set.
Absolute values are displayed in
K SLOPE 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99
ABS mode except for M (master).
KNEE ON ON, OFF
KNEE MAX OFF ON, OFF
KNEE SAT 0 –99 to +99
OFF ON, OFF
AUTO KNEE OFF OFF, AUTO
POINT LIMIT 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
SLOPE 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
ABS Highlighted: ABS (Absolute) mode
<WHITE CLIP> P08 [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, B, and M (master) values
W CLIP 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99 can be independently set.
Absolute values are displayed in
ABS mode except for M (master).
ON ON, OFF
<DETAIL 1> P09 DETAIL ON ON, OFF
LEVEL 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
LIMITER M 0 –99 to +99
LIMITER WHT 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
LIMITER BLK 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
CRISP 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
LVL DEP 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
ON ON, OFF
<DETAIL 2> P10 H/V RATIO 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
FREQ 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
MIX RATIO 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
KNEE APERTURE 0 –99 to +99 Absolute value is displayed in ABS
mode.
OFF ON, OFF
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<SKIN DETAIL> P11 SKIN DTL OFF ON, OFF
SKIN GATE OFF OFF, 1, 2, 3, (MAT) 1, 2, 3: Skin gate can be set to ON
for the specified channel only.
(MAT): Displayed when GATE of
<MULTI MATRIX> is ON.
[1] [2] [3] Skin tone detail function can be
CH SW (ON) OFF OFF ON, OFF independently set for each
channel (channel 1 is always ON).
HUE AUTO AUTO AUTO Execute by ENTER.
PHASE 0 0 0 0 to 359 Absolute values are indicated for
WIDTH 29 29 29 0 to 90 LEVEL only in ABS mode.
SAT –89 –89 –89 –99 to +99

LEVEL 0 0 0 –99 to +99
<USER MATRIX> P12 R-G 0 –99 to +99
R-B 0 –99 to +99
G-R 0 –99 to +99
G-B 0 –99 to +99
B-R 0 –99 to +99
B-G 0 –99 to +99
MATRIX OFF ON, OFF
PRESET ON ON, OFF Invalid when MATRIX is OFF
ITU-709 SMPTE-240M, ITU-709,
SMPTE-WIDE, NTSC, EBU,
ITU-601
USER OFF ON, OFF
MULTI OFF ON, OFF
<MULTI MATRIX> P13 PHASE 0 0, 23, 45, 68, 90, 113, 135, Select an axis (angle) at PHASE
158, 180, 203, 225, 248, 270, for which the multimatrix
293, 315, 338 adjustment to be made, and set
HUE and SAT. (HUE and SAT can
HUE 0 –99 to +99
be adjusted independently for 16
SAT 0 –99 to +99 axes.)
ALL CLEAR Execute by ENTER.
GATE OFF ON, OFF, (SKN) (SKN): Displayed when SKIN
GATE of <SKIN DETAIL> is
ON.
MATRIX OFF ON, OFF
PRESET ON ON, OFF Invalid when MATRIX is OFF
ITU-709 SMPTE-240M, ITU-709,
SMPTE-WIDE, NTSC, EBU,
ITU-601
USER OFF ON, OFF
MULTI OFF ON, OFF
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<SHUTTER> P14 SHUTTER OFF ON, OFF
JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 59.94i: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, Step shutter setting
models: 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
Note
1/100 (sec) 50i: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250,
There are some formats that
CED/E33 models: 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
cannot be selected on
1/60 (sec) 29.97PsF: 1/40, 1/60, 1/120,
HDC1450R/1400R.
1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
1/1000, 1/2000
25PsF: 1/33, 1/50, 1/100,
1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
1/1000
24P/23.98P: 1/32, 1/48,
1/96, 1/125, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000
59.94P: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
50P: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
ECS FREQ JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 59.94i: 60.00 to 4300 Hz
Note
models: 50i: 50.00 to 4700 Hz
There are some formats that
60.00 Hz 29.97PsF: 30.00 to 2700 Hz
cannot be selected on
CED/E33 models: 25PsF: 25.00 to 2300 Hz
HDC1400R/1450R.
50.00 Hz 24PsF/23.98PsF: 24.00 to
2200 Hz
59.94P: 60.02 to 4600 Hz
50P: 50.03 to 4600 Hz
<NOISE SUP> P15 NOISE SUP 0% 0 to 100%
OFF ON, OFF
<SCENE FILE> P16 1 To store and read scene files
(paint data):
2
When storing a file in camera
3 memory, specify the number
4 before executing STORE.
When reading, only specify the
5
number.
STORE Execute by ENTER.
STANDARD Execute by ENTER. To read the standard paint data
READ (MS→CAM) Execute by ENTER. To load five scene files from a
“Memory Stick” to internal
memory
WRITE (CAM→MS) Execute by ENTER. To write five scene files in the
camera’s memory to a “Memory
Stick”
FILE ID Max.16 characters Enter a comment for the scene
files to be written to a “Memory
Stick.”
See “To specify a character string”
on page 36.
DATE Display only
50 Menu List
MAINTENANCE Menu

<AUTO SETUP> M01 AUTO BLACK Execute by ENTER.
AUTO WHITE Execute by ENTER.
AUTO LEVEL Execute by ENTER.
AUTO WHITE SHADING Execute by ENTER.
AUTO BLACK SHADING Execute by ENTER.
<WHITE SHADING> M02 [R] [G] [B] R, G, and B values can be
V SAW 0 0 0 –99 to +99 independently set.
V PARA 0 0 0 –99 to +99
H SAW 0 0 0 –99 to +99
H PARA 0 0 0 –99 to +99
WHITE 0 0 0 –99 to +99
AUTO WHITE SHADING Execute by ENTER.
WHITE SHAD MODE RB RGB, RB
3D WHITE SHAD ON ON, OFF
<BLACK SHADING> M03 [R] [G] [B] [M] R, G, and B values can be
V SAW 0 0 0 –99 to +99 independently set.
M (master) value can also be
V PARA 0 0 0 –99 to +99
set for BLACK.
H SAW 0 0 0 –99 to +99
H PARA 0 0 0 –99 to +99
BLK SET 0 0 0 –99 to +99
BLACK 0 0 0 0 –99 to +99
MASTER GAIN 0 dB −3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12 dB
AUTO BLACK SHADING Execute by ENTER.
2D BLACK SHAD ON ON, OFF
<OHB MATRIX> M04 PHASE 0 0, 23, 45, 68, 90, 113, 135, To select an axis (angle) at
158, 180, 203, 225, 248, PHASE for which the OHB
270, 293, 315, 338 matrix adjustment is to be
made, and set HUE and SAT
HUE 0 –99 to +99
(HUE and SAT can be adjusted
SAT 0 –99 to +99 independently for 16 axes).
ALL CLEAR Execute by ENTER. To clear the HUE and SAT
values for all PHASE settings
OHB MATRIX OFF ON, OFF
MATRIX ON ON, OFF
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<AUTO IRIS> M05 AUTO IRIS OFF ON, OFF
WINDOW 1 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 Select the auto iris windows:
1 2 3
4 5 6
The shaded parts indicate the

area where light detection
occurs.
OVERRIDE -- –99 to +99, - - To set the override to
temporarily change the
reference value for brightness
of the automatic iris level in the
range of ±2 steps:
–99: two steps to fully closed
iris
+99: two steps to fully open iris
- - : OFF
The setting returns to “ - - ”
when the power is turned off.
IRIS LEVEL 0 –99 to +99 ±4 steps
APL RATIO 65 –99 to +99
IRIS GAIN 0 –99 to +99
IRIS CLOSE OFF ON, OFF
<MIC GAIN> M06 MIC1 60 dB 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 dB valid only in standalone
(U15) operation
MIC2 60 dB 20, 30, 40, 50, 60 dB
<UP TALLY> M07 TALLY BRIGHTNESS 50 0 to 100
(U21)
NUMBER BRIGHTNESS 50 0 to 100
CAMERA NUMBER -- - -, 1 to 96
NUMBER DISPLAY AUTO ON, OFF, AUTO AUTO: To correspond to the
UP TALLY switch setting of
HDLA attached
<CALL/TALLY> M08 CCU CALL ON ON, OFF Valid with CCU connected
CAM CALL OFF ON, OFF Valid with CCU connected
<OUTPUT FORMAT> M09 CURRENT JN4/SYL models: Displays the current format.
(HDC1500R) (U16) 1080-59.94i (V)
CED/E33 models:
1080-50i (V)
ACTIVE LINE 1080 1080, 720 The selectable frame settings
JN4/SYL models: 1080: 24PsF, 59.94i, are displayed for the selected
59.94i 29.97PsF, 23.98PsF, ACTIVE LINE.
(not displayed with CCU
CED/E33 model: 59.94P, 50i, 25PsF, 50P
connected)
50i 720: 59.94P, 50P
<OUTPUT FORMAT> M09 CURRENT UC7 model: Displays the current format.
(HDC1550R) (U16) 1080-59.94i (V)
CED model:
1080-50i (V)
ACTIVE LINE 1080 1080, 720 The selectable frame settings
UC7 model: 59.94i 1080: 59.94i, 29.97PsF, are displayed for the selected
CED model: 50i 23.98PsF, 50i, 25PsF, ACTIVE LINE.
(not displayed with CCU
24PsF
720: 59.94P, 50P connected)
52 Menu List
<OUTPUT FORMAT> M09 CURRENT 1080-59.94i (V) Displays the current format.
(HDC1400R JN3/JN4 (U16)
ACTIVE LINE 1080 1080, 720 The selectable frame setting is
and HDC1450R UC7
displayed for the selected
models) 59.94i 1080: 59.94i
ACTIVE LINE (not displayed
720: 59.94P
with CCU connected)
<OUTPUT FORMAT> M09 CURRENT 1080-50i (V) Displays the current format.
(HDC1400R CED/E33 (U16)
ACTIVE LINE 1080 1080, 720 The selectable frame setting is
and HDC1450R CED displayed for the selected
models) 50i 1080: 50i
ACTIVE LINE (not displayed
720: 50P
with CCU connected)
<DOWN M10 OUTPUT SIGNAL MAIN MAIN, RET, VF
CONVERTER> (U19) ASPECT SQ SQ, EC
<TEST OUT> M11 OUTPUT VF SD-SYNC, HD-SYNC, VF,
(U17) VBS
(PWR SAVE) Displayed in POWER SAVE
mode only
VBS-OUT
CHARACTER OFF ON, OFF
GAIN 0 –127 to +127
CHROMA 0 –127 to +127
SETUP ON ON, OFF JN3/JN4/SYL/UC7 models
only (displayed when the
format is NTSC)
HD-SYNC-OUT
V-PHASE 0 –127 to +127
H-PHASE 0 –127 to +127
<SDI-2 OUT> M12 OUTPUT MAIN MAIN, VF, LINK-B, RET, SD- The signal selected for
(HDC1500R) (U18) SDI OUTPUT SIGNAL of <DOWN
CONVERTER> is output in
SD-SDI mode.
mode only
CHARACTER OFF ON, OFF Not displayed if OUTPUT is set
to VF or LINK-B
EMB AUDIO OFF ON, OFF
(1-MIC1 2-MIC2) Displayed when OUTPUT is
(3-AES1 4-AES2) MAIN or LINK-B
(1-PGM1 2-PGM2) Displayed when OUTPUT is
(3-ENG 4-PROD) VF, RET, or SD-SDI
<SDI OUT> M12 OUTPUT MAIN MAIN, VF, RET, SD-SDI
(HDC1550R/1400R/ (U18)
1450R)
mode only
CHARACTER OFF ON, OFF Not displayed if OUTPUT is set
to VF
EMB AUDIO OFF ON, OFF
(1-MIC1 2-MIC2) Displayed when OUTPUT is
(3-AES1 4-AES2) MAIN
(1-PGM1 2-PGM2) Displayed when OUTPUT is
(3-ENG 4-PROD) VF, RET, or SD-SDI
<POWER SAVE> M13 SDI-2 OUT PWR SAVE PWR SAVE, ACTIVE
(HDC1500R) (U11) DOWN CONVERTER
ACTIVE PWR SAVE, ACTIVE
<POWER SAVE> M13 SDI OUT PWR SAVE PWR SAVE, ACTIVE
(HDC1550R/1400R/ (U11) DOWN CONVERTER ACTIVE PWR SAVE, ACTIVE
1450R)
Menu List 53
<TRUNK> M14 TRUNK ON ON, OFF
(U20)
IF 232c 232c, 422a
<GENLOCK> M15 REFERENCE Condition of synchronisation Display only
(HDC1500R/1550R
GENLOCK Displayed only when no CCU
only)
STATUS connected
FORMAT
PHASE
V 0 –1024 to +1023
HD H 0 –1700 to +1700
SD H 0 –1024 to +1023
<DATE> M16 DATE/TIME yyyy/mm/dd 2000 to 2099 / 01 to 12 / 00
hh: mm to 31, 00 to 23 : 00 to 59
<BATTERY ALARM> M17 DC IN
BEFORE END 11.5 V 11.5 to 17.0 V
END 11.0 V 11.0 to 11.5 V
<OTHERS 1> M18 FAN MODE AUTO1 OFF, AUTO1, AUTO2 , MIN, AUTO1: Normal rotation
MAX AUTO2: Slow rotation
CAM BARS OFF ON, OFF
V DTL CREATION Y NAM, G, R+G, Y
DTL H/V MODE H/V H/V, V only
TEST 2 MODE 3STEP 3STEP, 10STEP
WHITE SETUP MODE A.LVL AWB, A.LVL
ALAC AUTO AUTO, OFF With AUTO selected, the status
is displayed at the right.
(ACTIVE): Compensation in
progress
(WAIT): Waiting for completion
of lens initialization
(STOP): Compensation is
turned off for a non-
applicable lens
<OTHERS 2> M19 DATE TYPE 5 M/D/Y 1 Y/Mn/D Y: Year
2 Mn/D Mn: Month (numeric)
3 D/M/Y M: Month (character string)
4 D/M D: Day
5 M/D/Y
6 M/D
FILTER WHT MEM OFF ON, OFF Set to ON to use independent
white memory at each CC filter
position (HDC1500R/1550R
only).
F NO. DISP CONTROL CONTROL, RETURN Select the iris indication on the
panel when AUTO IRIS is off:
CONTROL: To display the
value from the camera
RETURN: To display the value
returned from the lens
(When AUTO IRIS is on, the
value returned from the lens is
always displayed.)
<OPTION KEY> M20 READ (MStCAM) Execute by ENTER. To read the install key from a
“Memory Stick.”
INSTALLED OPTION Displayed only when an option
has been installed.
54 Menu List
FILE Menu
Five types of files can be used for easy adjustments of the For the specific items included in these files, refer to the
camera; Operator, Reference, Scene, OHB, and Lens. Maintenance Manual.
You can store the items set with the OPERATION menu
and customized USER menu in the Operator file.

<OPERATOR FILE> F01 READ (MS→CAM) Execute by ENTER. To read the operator file from a
“Memory Stick”
the operator file items to a
“Memory Stick”
PRESET Execute by ENTER. To set the operator file items to
the preset values in internal
memory
STORE PRESET FILE Execute by ENTER. To store the current settings of
the operator file items in the
operator file in internal
memory.
FILE ID max.16 characters Enter a comment for the
operator file to be written to a
“Memory Stick.”
DATE Display only
<SCENE FILE> F02 1 To store and read scene files
2 (paint data):
When storing a file in camera
3 memory, specify the number
4 before executing STORE.
When reading, only specify the
5
number.
STORE Execute by ENTER.
STANDARD Execute by ENTER. To read the standard paint data
READ (MS→CAM) Execute by ENTER. To load five scene files from a
“Memory Stick” to internal
memory
WRITE (CAM→MS) Execute by ENTER. To write five scene files in the
camera’s memory to a
“Memory Stick”
FILE ID Max.16 characters Enter a comment for the scene
files to be written to a “Memory
Stick.”
DATE Display only
Menu List 55
<REFERENCE> F03 STORE FILE Execute by ENTER. To store the current settings of
the reference file items in the
reference file in internal
memory.
STANDARD Execute by ENTER. To read the standard values in
the reference file in internal
memory.
ALL PRESET Execute by ENTER. To resume the factory-preset
reference file
READ (MS→CAM) Execute by ENTER. To load a reference file from a
“Memory Stick”
the reference file items as a
reference file to a “Memory
Stick”
FILE ID Max.16 characters Enter a comment for the
reference file to be written to a
“Memory Stick.”
DATE Display only
<LENS FILE> F04 STORE FILE Execute by ENTER.
No. 1 1 to 17 1 to 16: When using a non-
serial lens
17: When using a serial lens
NAME xxxxx... Changeable only when using a
non-serial lens
F NO F1.7 F1.0 to F3.4 Changeable only when using a
non-serial lens
CENTER MARKER To set and store the center
H POS 0 –20 to +20 marker position:
H POS: Increasing the value
V POS 0 –20 to +20 moves it to the right.
STORE Execute by ENTER. V POS: Increasing the value
moves it downwards.
<OHB FILE> F05 STORE FILE Execute by ENTER. To store the offset values of the
items specific to the CCD (No
repeated store operation is
necessary even if the CCD is
reattached)
<FILE CLEAR> F06 PRESET OPERATOR Execute by ENTER.
REFERENCE (ALL) Execute by ENTER.
10 SEC CLEAR OFF ON, OFF To activate/deactivate the
function to clear the current
menu item by holding the
ENTER button pressed for
more than 10 seconds.
OHB WHITE SHAD (ALL) Execute by ENTER.
OHB WHITE SHAD (3D) Execute by ENTER. To clear the 3D WHITE
SHADING setting only
OHB BLACK SHAD Execute by ENTER.
OHB ND OFFSET Execute by ENTER.
OHB MATRIX Execute by ENTER.
M.S. FORMAT Execute by ENTER. To initialize a “Memory Stick”
56 Menu List
DIAGNOSIS Menu
This menu is only for viewing and no setting is made using
this menu.
Menu page No. Item Indication Remarks

<OPTICAL LEVEL> D01 CCU→CAM GREEN, YELLOW, RED, NG, NO With CCU connected only
SIGNAL
CAM→CCU GREEN, YELLOW, RED, NG, NO With CCU connected only
SIGNAL
<BOARD STATUS> D02 OHB OK, NG
DPR OK, NG
VDA OK, NG
DAP OK, NG
AU OK, NG
AT OK, NG
PS OK, NG
SDI OK, NG HDC1500R/1400R only
TR OK, NG HDC1550R/1450R only
<PLD VERSION> D03 TG Vx.xx R IT
VDA Vx.xx
DAP Vx.xx
AT Vx.xx
SDI Vx.xx
TR Vx.xx HDC1550R/1450R only
DPR Vx.xx
HKCT Vx.xx With HKC-T1500 installed only
<ROM VERSION> D04 AT Vx.xx
(U22)
PANEL Vx.xx With HDLA attached only
HKCT Vx.xx With HKC-T1500 installed only
<SERIAL No.> D05 MODEL HDC1000/1500
NO. xxxxxxx
OPTION Displayed if any option is installed.
Menu List 57
About a “Memory Stick”
Using a “Memory Stick”
Terminal
When a “Memory Stick” is inserted in the camera, the file Write-protect tab
data can be stored on the “Memory Stick,” which enables
you to share data among cameras.
Labelling position
Usable types of “Memory Stick”
You can use a “Memory Stick,” a “MagicGate Memory • When you set the “Memory Stick” write-protect tab to
Stick,” or a “Memory Stick PRO” with this product. “LOCK,” data cannot be recorded, edited, or erased.
However, the MagicGate1) copyright protection is not • Data may be damaged if:
valid with this product. —You remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the unit
1) MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses encryption while it is reading or writing data.
technology. —You use the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to
Note the effects of static electricity or electric noise.
You cannot use a “Memory Stick Duo” or a “Memory • We recommend that you make a backup copy of
Stick PRO Duo” without an appropriate adaptor. important data that you record on the “Memory Stick”.
Notes
Note on data read/write speed • Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to
Data read/write speed may vary depending on the the “Memory Stick” labeling position.
combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick” • Attach the label so that it does not stick out beyond the
compliant product you use. labeling position.
• Carry and store the “Memory Stick” in its case.
Inserting a “Memory Stick” • Do not touch the terminal of the “Memory Stick” with
anything, including your finger or metallic objects.
Insert a “Memory Stick” with the label side up into the • Do not strike, bend, or drop the “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick” slot until it clicks and the access lamp • Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick”.
lights in red. • Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get wet.
• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a location that
is:
U
MEN —Extremely hot, such as in a car parked in the sun
EL
CANC
Label side —Under direct sunlight
—Very humid or subject to corrosive substances
Precautions
Access lamp Memory Stick • To prevent data loss, make backups of data frequently. In
no event will Sony be liable for any loss of data.
• Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the
provisions of copyright law. When you use a “Memory
Access lamp Stick” that has been pre-recorded, be sure that the
If the access lamp is lit or is flashing, data is being read material has been recorded in accordance with copyright
from or written to the “Memory Stick.” At this time, do not and other applicable laws.
shake the product or subject it to shock. Do not turn off the • The “Memory Stick” application software may be
power of the product or remove the “Memory Stick.” This modified or changed by Sony without prior notice.
may damage the data. • Note that there are certain restrictions on recording stage
performances and other entertainment events, even if
they are recorded for personal use only.
58 Using a “Memory Stick”

• “Memory Stick” and
Corporation.
are trademarks of Sony
Specifications
• “Memory Stick Duo” and are
trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “Memory Stick PRO” and are
trademarks of Sony Corporation. HDC1500R
• “Memory Stick PRO Duo and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
• “MagicGate” and are trademarks General
of Sony Corporation. Power requirements 240 V AC, 1.4 A (max.)
180 V DC, 1.0 A (max.)
12 V DC, 7 A (max.)
Operating temperature
−20°C to +45°C (−4°F to +113°F)
Storage temperature −20°C to +60°C (−4°F to +140°F)
Mass Approx. 4.5 kg (9 lb 15 oz) (camera
head only)
Dimensions See page 64.
Imager
Imager 2/3-type Progressive Scan CCD
Method 3-CCD, RGB
Effective resolution 1920 (horizontal) × 1080 (vertical)
Electrical characteristics
Sensitivity f10.0 with 1080/59.94i
f11.0 with 1080/50i
(at 2000 lx with 89.9% reflectivity)
Image S/N Typical −56 dB/−64 dB (NS MAX)
Horizontal resolution
1000 TV lines (at center of screen)
5% or higher modulation
Geometric distortion Negligible (not including lens
distortion)
Optical system specifications

Spectral system F1.4 prism
Built-in filters Color temperature conversion filters
A: cross filter
B: 3200K (clear)
C: 4300K
D: 6300K
E: 8000K
ND filters
1: clear
2: 1/4 ND
3: 1/8 ND
4: 1/16 ND
5: 1/64 ND
Input/output connectors
CCU Optical/electrical multi-connector
(1)
LENS 12-pin (1)
Specifications 59
VF 20-pin (1) Attention concernant le câble optique/électrique
MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (1) composite:
AUDIO IN CH1, CH2 Pour la connexion entre l’unité de commande de caméra et
XLR 3-pin, female (1 each) une caméra, utilisez un câble optique/électrique composite
For MIC: −60 dBu (may be selected avec connecteurs spécifiés dans ce manuel pour assurer la
up to −20 dBu by menu or conformité avec la réglementation EMC.
HDCU1000/1500 operations),
balanced Für Kunden in USA, Kanada, Europa, Australien und
For LINE: 0 dBu, balanced Neuseeland
INTERCOM1, INTERCOM2 Anschlüsse für optische/elektrische FBAS-Kabel:
XLR 5-pin, female (1 each) • LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (an „CAMERA“-
EARPHONE Stereo minijack (1) Anschluss an der Kamerasteuereinheit)
DC IN XLR 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC • LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (an „CCU“-Anschluss
DC OUT 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC, 1.5 A an der KAMERA)
maximum
It may be limited depending on the Vorsichtsmaßregeln für optische/elektrische FBAS-
load and input conditions. Kabel:
SDI 1, 2 BNC type (1 each) Für Verbindung zwischen Kamerasteuereinheit und
TEST OUT BNC type (1) Kamera verwenden Sie immer ein optisches/elektrisches
GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER FBAS-Kabel mit Steckern, wie in dieser Anleitung
BNC type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms beschrieben, um die Grenzwerte der geltenden EMV-
PROMPTER2 BNC type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms Vorschriften zu erfüllen.
RET CTRL 6-pin (1)
REMOTE 8-pin (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without
TRACKER 10-pin (1) notice.
CRANE 12-pin (1)
Supplied accessories HDC1400R

Operation manual (1)
Cable clamp belt (1 set) General
Switch label 1, 2 (1 each) Power requirements 240 V AC, 1.4 A (max.)
180 V DC, 1.0 A (max.)
For the customers in the U.S.A., Canada, Europe, 12 V DC, 7 A (max.)
Australia, and New Zealand
Connectors for optical/electric composite cables: −20°C to +45°C (−4°F to +113°F)
• LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (to the “CAMERA” Storage temperature −20°C to +60°C (−4°F to +140°F)
connector on CCU) Mass Approx. 4.5 kg (9 lb 15 oz) (camera
• LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (to the “CCU” head only)
connector on CAMERA) Dimensions See page 64.
Caution on the optical/electric composite cable:
For connection between the camera control unit and a Imager
camera, be sure to use an optical/electric signal composite Imager 2/3-type Progressive Scan CCD
cable with the connectors specified in this manual in order Method 3-CCD, RGB
to comply with the limit for EMC regulations. Effective resolution 1920 (horizontal) × 1080 (vertical)
Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis, au Canada, en
Europe, à l’Australie, et à la Nouvelle-Zélande Electrical characteristics
Connecteurs pour les câbles optiques/électriques Sensitivity f10.0 with 1080/59.94i
composites: f11.0 with 1080/50i
• LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (au connecteur (at 2000 lx with 89.9% reflectivity)
«CAMERA» de l’unité de commande de caméra) Image S/N Typical −56 dB/−64 dB (NS MAX)
• LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (au connecteur Horizontal resolution
«CCU» de la caméra) 1000 TV lines (at center of screen)
distortion)
60 Specifications
Optical system specifications Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis, au Canada, en
Europe, à l’Australie, et à la Nouvelle-Zélande
Connecteurs pour les câbles optiques/électriques
Built-in optical filters1: clear
composites:
2: 1/4 ND
• LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (au connecteur
3: 1/16 ND
«CAMERA» de l’unité de commande de caméra)
4: 1/64 ND
• LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (au connecteur
5: cross
«CCU» de la caméra)
Input/output connectors Attention concernant le câble optique/électrique

CCU Optical/electrical multi-connector composite:
(1) Pour la connexion entre l’unité de commande de caméra et
LENS 12-pin (1) une caméra, utilisez un câble optique/électrique composite
VF 20-pin (1) avec connecteurs spécifiés dans ce manuel pour assurer la
MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (1) conformité avec la réglementation EMC.
AUDIO IN CH1, CH2
Für Kunden in USA, Kanada, Europa, Australien und
XLR 3-pin, female (1 each) Neuseeland
For MIC: −60 dBu (may be selected Anschlüsse für optische/elektrische FBAS-Kabel:
up to −20 dBu by menu or • LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (an „CAMERA“-
HDCU1000/1500 operations), Anschluss an der Kamerasteuereinheit)
balanced • LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (an „CCU“-Anschluss
For LINE: 0 dBu, balanced an der KAMERA)
INTERCOM1, INTERCOM2
XLR 5-pin, female (1 each) Vorsichtsmaßregeln für optische/elektrische FBAS-
EARPHONE Stereo minijack (1) Kabel:
DC IN XLR 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC Für Verbindung zwischen Kamerasteuereinheit und
DC OUT 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC, 1.5 A Kamera verwenden Sie immer ein optisches/elektrisches
maximum FBAS-Kabel mit Steckern, wie in dieser Anleitung
It may be limited depending on the beschrieben, um die Grenzwerte der geltenden EMV-
load and input conditions. Vorschriften zu erfüllen.
SDI BNC type (1)
TEST OUT BNC type (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without
GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER notice.
BNC type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms
RET CTRL 6-pin (1)
REMOTE 8-pin (1)
TRACKER 10-pin (1) HDC1550R
CRANE 12-pin (1)
General
Supplied accessories Power requirements 180 V DC, 1.0 A (max.)
Operation manual (1) 12 V DC, 7 A (max.)
Cable clamp belt (1 set) Operating temperature
Switch label 1, 2 (1 each) −20°C to +45°C (−4°F to +113°F)
For the customers in the U.S.A., Canada, Europe, Mass Approx. 4.9 kg (10 lb 13 oz) (camera
Australia, and New Zealand head only)
Connectors for optical/electric composite cables: Dimensions See page 64.
• LEMO® PUW.3K.93C.TLCC96 (to the “CAMERA”
connector on CCU) Imager
• LEMO® FUW.3K.93C.TLMC96 (to the “CCU”
connector on CAMERA) Imager 2/3-type Progressive Scan CCD
Method 3-CCD, RGB
Caution on the optical/electric composite cable: Effective resolution 1920 (horizontal) × 1080 (vertical)
For connection between the camera control unit and a
camera, be sure to use an optical/electric signal composite
cable with the connectors specified in this manual in order
to comply with the limit for EMC regulations.
Specifications 61
Electrical characteristics Supplied accessories
Sensitivity f10.0 with 1080/59.94i Operation manual (1)
f11.0 with 1080/50i Cable clamp belt (1 set)
(at 2000 lx with 89.9% reflectivity) Switch label 1, 2 (1 each)
Image S/N Typical −56 dB/−64 dB (NS MAX)
Horizontal resolution Design and specifications are subject to change without
1000 TV lines (at center of screen) notice.
distortion) HDC1450R
Optical system specifications
General
Power requirements 180 V DC, 1.0 A (max.)
Built-in filters Color temperature conversion filters
12 V DC, 7 A (max.)
A: cross filter
B: 3200K (clear)
−20°C to +45°C (−4°F to +113°F)
C: 4300K
D: 6300K
Mass Approx. 4.9 kg (10 lb 13 oz) (camera
E: 8000K
head only)
ND filters
Dimensions See page 64.
1: clear
2: 1/4 ND
3: 1/8 ND Imager
4: 1/16 ND Imager 2/3-type Progressive Scan CCD
5: 1/64 ND Method 3-CCD, RGB
Effective resolution 1920 (horizontal) × 1080 (vertical)
HDCU/HDFX Triax connector (1) Electrical characteristics
LENS 12-pin (1) Sensitivity f10.0 with 1080/59.94i
VF 20-pin (1) f11.0 with 1080/50i
MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (1) (at 2000 lx with 89.9% reflectivity)
AUDIO IN CH1, CH2 Image S/N Typical −56 dB/−64 dB (NS MAX)
XLR 3-pin, female (1 each) Horizontal resolution
For MIC: −60 dBu (may be selected 1000 TV lines (at center of screen)
up to −20 dBu by menu or 5% or higher modulation
HDCU1000/1500 operations), Geometric distortion Negligible (not including lens
balanced distortion)
For LINE: 0 dBu, balanced
INTERCOM1, INTERCOM2
XLR 5-pin, female (1 each) Optical system specifications
EARPHONE Stereo minijack (1) Spectral system F1.4 prism
Built-in optical filters1: clear
DC IN XLR 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC 2: 1/4 ND
DC OUT 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC, 1.5 A 3: 1/16 ND
maximum 4: 1/64 ND
It may be limited depending on the 5: cross
load and input conditions.
SDI BNC type (1)
TEST OUT BNC type (1)
GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER HDCU/HDFX Triax connector (1)
BNC type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms LENS 12-pin (1)
RET CTRL 6-pin (1) VF 20-pin (1)
REMOTE 8-pin (1) MIC 1 IN XLR 3-pin, female (1)
TRACKER 10-pin (1) AUDIO IN CH1, CH2
CRANE 12-pin (1) XLR 3-pin, female (1 each)
62 Specifications
For MIC: −60 dBu (may be selected Related equipment
up to −20 dBu by menu or HDFX100 HD Triax CCU Adaptor
HDCU1000/1500 operations), HDCU1000/1500 HD Camera Control Unit
balanced MSU-900/950 Master Setup Unit
For LINE: 0 dBu, balanced RCP-700/900-series Remote Control Panel
INTERCOM1, INTERCOM2 VCS-700 Video Selector
XLR 5-pin, female (1 each) CNU-700 Camera Command Network Unit
EARPHONE Stereo minijack (1)
DC IN XLR 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC
DC OUT 4-pin (1), 10.5 to 17 V DC, 1.5 A
maximum Note
It may be limited depending on the Always verify that the unit is operating properly before
load and input conditions. use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES
SDI BNC type (1) OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TEST OUT BNC type (1) TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON
GENLOCK IN/RET IN/PROMPTER ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR
BNC type (1), 1 Vp-p, 75 ohms PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF
RET CTRL 6-pin (1) THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY
REMOTE 8-pin (1) PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE
TRACKER 10-pin (1) WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON
CRANE 12-pin (1) WHATSOEVER.
Supplied accessories
Operation manual (1)
Cable clamp belt (1 set)
Switch label 1, 2 (1 each)
Design and specifications are subject to change without

notice.
Optional Accessories and Related

Equipment
Optional accessories
HD Electronic Viewfinder
HDVF-20A (2-type, monochrome)
HDVF-200 (2-type, monochrome)
HDVF-550 (5-type, monochrome)
HDVF-C30WR (2.7-type, color)
HDVF-C35W (3.5-type, color)
HDVF-C730W (6.3-type, color)
HDVF-C950W (9-type, color)
HDLA1500/1505 Large Lens Adaptor
HDLA1507 Large Viewfinder Adaptor
CAC-12 Microphone Holder
CAC-6 Return Video Selector
BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket
HKC-DF14 Dual Optical Filter Unit
VCT-14 Tripod Adaptor
“Memory Stick”
Low-repulsion Shoulder Pad A-8286-346-A
Specifications 63
Dimensions
HDC1500R/1400R
Unit: mm (inches)
135 (5 3/8)
268 (10 5/8)

198 (7 7/8)
105 (4 1/4)
362 (14 3/8)
HDC1550R/1450R
Unit: mm (inches)
156 (6 1/4)
268 (10 5/8)

198 (7 7/8)
105 (4 1/4)
362 (14 3/8)
64 Specifications
The material contained in this manual consists of
information that is the property of Sony Corporation
and is intended solely for use by the purchasers of the
equipment described in this manual.
Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the duplication of
any portion of this manual or the use thereof for any
purpose other than the operation or maintenance of
the equipment described in this manual without the
express written permission of Sony Corporation
HDC1500R (JN4/SYL/CED/E33)
HDC1400R (JN3/JN4/CED/E33) Sony Corporation
HDC1550R (UC7/CED) Printed in Japan
HDC1450R (UC7/CED) 2009.02 13
4-140-776-01(2) © 2009

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HD COLOR CAMERA

OPERATION MANUAL [English]

Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,

WARNUNG This HD Color Camera is classified as a CLASS 1 LASER

Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu Daten der Laserdiode

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1

Pour les clients en Europe

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan,

Für Kunden in Europa

HDC1500R HDC1550R HDC1400R HDC1450R

H/V ratio control

Wide variety of viewfinder display options

Optical digital transmission (HDC1500R/

High-resolution monochrome and color

“Memory Stick” HDCU1000 HD Camera With HKCU1001

Viewfinder CAC-6 INCOM MIC ON

Return Video Selector

Intercom Headset HDCU1500

Microphone PANEL STANDARD MONITOR

Large Lens Adaptor ALARM

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

Tripod Intercom Headset HKCU1001 BNC BNC

HD CAMERA CONTROL UNIT

MEMORY 5600K AUTO SKIN BLACK KNEE

Intercom Headset FUNCTION

REMOTE CONTROL UNIT

HDC1550R/1450R HD Color Video Camera

1) HDC1500R with Large Lens Adaptor attached is illustrated.

Maximum cable run with Triax cable Notes

Operation and storage environment

Phenomena Specific to CCD Image

b Shoulder strap fitting post

d Viewfinder left-right positioning

e Viewfinder front-rear positioning

g Lens fixing lever

h Lens mount cap

k Tripod mount (bottom)

b Shoulder strap fitting post f Lens cable clamp

e Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and lock i Lens mount

12 Locations and Functions of Parts

Controls and Connectors

d Filter select buttons

e FILTER LOCAL button

h OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE switch

i WHITE BAL switch

l “Memory Stick” section

m MENU SEL knob/ENTER

Locations and Functions of Parts 13

i WHITE BAL (white balance memory selection)

14 Locations and Functions of Parts

b MIC 1 IN connector e INTERCOM LEVEL control

c MIC power switch f RET 2 button

a RET 1 (return video 1) button ON: The electronic shutter is activated.

Locations and Functions of Parts 15

b Tally lamp and switch

Shoulder strap fitting post (page 12)

Operation panel (page 17, page 18)