JVC KY-F75 manual

INSTRUCTIONS BEDIENUNGSANLEITUNG MANUEL D’INSTRUCTIONS 3CCD Digital Camera 3CCD Digitale Kamera 3CCD Caméra numérique KY-F75 Illustration with optional lens attachment. This instruction book is made from 100% recycled paper . L WT0059-001A For Customer Use: Enter below the Serial No. which is located on the unit. Retain this information for fut[...]

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E2 Thank you for purchasing the JVC KY -F75 Digital Camera. These instructions are for KY -F75U. The instructions are given in three languages: English from page E2 to E47 German from page G2 to G47 French from page F2 to F47 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS FOR USA AND CANADA The lightning flash with arrowhead symbol, within an equilateral triangle is intended [...]

E3 SAFETY PRECAUTIONS This equipment is in conformity with the provisions and protection requirements of the corre- sponding European Directives. This equipment is designed for professional video appliances and can be used in the following environments. • residential area (in houses) or rural area • commercial and light industry; e.g. offices o[...]

E4 Contents 1. Introduction Features .................................................... 5 Accessories and attachments ................... 5 Cautionary notes for the correct usage of this product ............................................... 6 Part names and their functions ................. 7 Pin configurations of connectors ............... 8 2[...]

E5 Features ● The KY -F75 is a digital camera employing three 1/2 ” CCD with 1.45 million effective pixels. ● Output of 1360 × 1024-pixel digital video signal possible. ● Built-in DSP for real-time processing of the video signal that is output as a 7.5 frames-per- second RGB digital signal enables real-time transfer to personal computer by[...]

E6 Cautionary notes for the correct usage of this product • Before recording an important event, etc., always check to make sure that this product is working properly . • We are not liable for any missed recordings caused by malfunction of this unit, etc. 䡵 Phenomena unique to CCD • Smearing and blooming When using CCD to record a bright li[...]

E7 Part names and their functions 쐃 Lens mount Although the lens mount conforms to the type C mount lens, there are restrictions on the lenses that can be used. Mounting and setting the lens ( 墌 page E15) 쐇 Camera mounting bracket Although the mounting bracket is mounted on the bottom of the camera when shipped, the bracket can also be mounte[...]

E8 [Rear]  [REMOTE] terminal (Metal 10-pin, female) Used to connect external devices such as a trigger switch or flash unit. Pin configurations of connectors ( 墌 page E9)  [POWER] indicator Lights when power is supplied to the cam- era.  [DC IN] connector (Mini DIN 8-pin, female) Power (DC 12V) for the camera is supplied through this inl[...]

E9 DC IN terminal (Mini DIN 8-pin, female) Pin configurations of connectors (continued) Pin no. Signal name 1N C 2 GND 3N C 4N C 5 GND 6 12V 7N C 8 12V LENS terminal (Metal 12-pin, female) Pin no. Signal name 1N C 2N C 3 GND 4N C 5 IRIS CONTROL 6 12V DC 400mA max. 7 IRIS POSITION 8 IRIS AUT O /MANU 9 to 12 NC T erminal name 2 TRG IN 4 FLASH REMOTE [...]

E10 System The KY -F75 can be remote-controlled from a personal computer , and the live image can be shown on the computer monitor . Still images can be captured on the PC. 䡵 When using other lenses than the motorized lens 2. Preparations [IEEE1394] [REMOTE] IEEE1394 cable Supplied clamp filter Lens Flash T rigger switch KA-FW4IU (separately sold[...]

E11 䡵 When the motorized lens is used AC ADAPTER AA-P700 ON OFF POWER AA-P700 AC [IEEE1394] [LENS] [REMOTE] [DC IN] AC Adapter Connect to power supply (page. 16) IEEE1394 cable Supplied clamp filter CD-ROM supplied with KY -F75: Exclusive application software [KY -LINK] and drivers for KA- FW4IU Control cable Compatible zoom lens Fujinon S16 × 7[...]

E12 2. Preparations (continued) Preparing the computer The camera image is displayed on the computer screen and the KY -F75 is controlled from the computer . 䡵 There are restrictions on the computers that can be connected. See [Specifications for connectable computer] on page E45. 䡵 T o transfer the camera ’ s digital images to the computer ,[...]

E13 Installation procedure 1. Install the IEEE1394 host adapter card KA-FW4IU and the drivers before installation of the [KY -LINK] application software. ● For how to install the KA-FW4IU, refer to the instructions for the KA-FW4IU. Also, for installation of the driver , see the Readme file on the CD-ROM supplied with the KY -F75. 2. Install of t[...]

E14 2. Preparations (continued) Connection to computer Connect the KY -F75 ’ s IEEE1394 connector to the IEEE1394 host adapter card with the IEEE1394 cable. 䡵 Attaching the clamp filter ● T o reduce the emission of unwanted radio waves, make sure to attach the provided clamp filter to the IEEE1394 cable as shown in the figure on the left. ●[...]

E15 Mounting and setting the lens Follow the procedure shown below when mounting a motorized lens. For further details, see the instruction manual for the lens and the lens remote control. 2. Camera head Thread section Mount clamp ring Lens 3. Lock Compatible zoom lens Fujinon S16 × 7.3DA-DSD Lens remote control Fujinon RMD-10 RMD-20 4. Lock (fema[...]

E16 2. Preparations (continued) Connecting the AC adapter It is possible to supply power to the KY -F75 from the computer via the IEEE1394 cable, but when a motorized lens, etc., is used, the DC cable should be used to connect the KY -F75 ’ s [DC IN] connector and the [TO CAMERA] connector on the AC adapter (AA-P700). CAUTION • Be sure to use t[...]

E17 䡵 T urning the power ON W ait for 5 seconds or more after the power switch on the AA-P700 is set to ON before invok- ing the [KY -LINK] application software. 䡵 T urning the power OFF W ait for 5 seconds or more after the [KY -LINK] application software is closed before setting the power switch on the AA-P700 to OFF . CAUTION • After the p[...]

E18 Mounting the camera ● When mounting the camera, use the camera mount screw hole located on the camera mount- ing bracket. ● When mounting the camera, use the rotation prevention hole to prevent the unit from falling and securely mount the unit. < Changing the camera mounting bracket position > < Mounting method > Rotation preven[...]

E19 Fall prevention Fall prevention wire chain Camera head MEMO • Special attention is required when mounting the unit to the wall or ceiling. Rather than attempting to do it yourself, request a qualified person to perform such instal- lation. Falling of the unit may result in bodily injury . • T o prevent the unit from falling, connect the uni[...]

E20 How to record Operations for the various settings of the KY -F75 and camera recording are performed using the [KY -LINK] application software. Digital images are transferred from the camera to the computer at a rate of 7.5 frames per second. When a footswitch or other external trigger device is connected to the KY -F75, the camera image can be [...]

E21 Starting the [KY -LINK] application software 䡵 W ait for 5 seconds or more after turning the KY -F75 ON before starting up the KY - LINK software. 1. Starting KY -LINK Select [Start] 씮 [Programs] 씮 [KY -LINK] 씮 [KY -LINK]. ● The KY -LINK start screen appears. KY -LINK start screen 2. Select Camera, and then click the [OK] button. ● [...]

E22 Freezing the image Live image is shown on the monitor at a rate of 7.5 frames per second. The following describes the procedure for freezing a required image. (Still image displayed) 1. The image is frozen when the [Freeze/Cancel] button is clicked. (Still image displayed) 2. T o stop display of the frozen image, click the Freeze button again. [...]

E23 Capturing the still image on the computer (Capture) 䡵 Click the Capture button in the toolbar . ● The still image is captured and the captured image is displayed. Saving the captured image on the computer 䡵 Click the [Save As] button, and then give the image a name and save the file. Closing the KY -LINK application 䡵 Select [Exit] from[...]

E24 Opening and closing the Settings screen The various camera settings are performed on the computer screen using the [KY -LINK] appli- cation software. The settings valid when the [KY -LINK] is closed are automatically recalled and set in the camera the next time the system is started up. Procedure 1. T urn ON the KY -F75 and wait for 5 seconds o[...]

E25 5. Set the items on the Settings screen. For settings on the various setting screens, see pages E26 to E42. 6. Completing the settings on the Settings screen. Click the [X] (Close) button. ——— Saving the setting values on the computer ——— ● Save the setting values as a file on the computer by selecting [File] 씮 [Save]. ● Read [...]

E26 Exposure settings screen This screen is used to make settings related to the image level, such as Iris, Shutter , and Sensi- tivity . 4. Settings (continued) Shutter settings Restart button V alid when the shutter speed is 2 sec or slower in the V . SCAN mode. Iris settings Gain settings EEI limit setting Sets the slowest shutter speed when the[...]

E27 Contents Switched in accordance with the used lens. AU T O: When using auto-iris. MANUAL: • When using manual iris lens. • Lens not mounted • When using manual iris while motorized lens is mounted. * When the motorized lens cable is not connected to the [LENS] connector , the setting automatically becomes “ MANUAL ” . Used to set the [...]

E28 Speed When “ STEP ” is selected Speed When “ V .SCAN ” is selected Speed When “ RANDON ” is selected Restart Contents Used to switch the shutter mode. STEP: The shutter speed can be changed with the [Speed] item. V . SCAN: The shutter speed can be changed with the [Speed] item. Enables more detailed setting than [STEP]. EEI: Used to[...]

E29 Contents Used to switch the sensitivity mode. STEP: The sensitivity can be changed with the “ Level ” item. ALC: The sensitivity is automatically changed in ac- cordance with ambient brightness. V .GAIN: The sensitivity can be changed in detail with the “ Level ” item. Sets the maximum sensitivity of ALC, which automatically switches th[...]

E30 White balance settings screen This screen is used to make settings related to the color temperature at the time of shooting, white balance and white shading adjustment. 4. Settings (continued) White shading adjustment Even if white balance is achieved at the center of the screen, white balance may not be achieved at the top and bottom areas of [...]

E31 Contents Used to set the standard color temperature of the white balance. 3200K: For use under low color temperature illumina- tion, such as halogen lamps, etc. 5600K: For use under high color temperature illumi- nation, such as sunlight, etc. Used to set the white balance mode. AUTO1, Select this setting when white balance adjustment should be[...]

E32 4. Settings (continued) White balance settings screen (continued) [ ] indicates the factory setting Contents Used to set whether to perform white shading adjustment. OFF: no white shading adjustment ON: the white shading can be adjusted. The color red of the white shading is adjusted only when Shading is set to ON. Increase the number: paler re[...]

E33 Performing Auto white balance T wo auto white balance adjustment modes (AUTO1 and AUTO2) are provided. The results of the auto white balance procedure are stored in the AUTO1 or AUTO2 memories. 1. Place and zoom in on a white object so that the white object is at the center of the image (and fills 80% or more of the screen). 2. Display the Whit[...]

E34 4. Settings (continued) Adjustment of white shading White shading can occur due to the combination of lenses and the optical system that 3CCD cameras are equipped with. If this happens, perform adjustment as described in the following. 1. Shoot a white subject so that the entire screen is filled with white. (Illumination should be uniform.) 2. [...]

E35 Process settings screen This screen is used to make settings related to the picture quality , such as detail compensation, gamma, and white spot compensation. Detail settings Gamma settings Flare setting DSP bypass setting ABL setting Nega setting Noise sup. setting Pixel comp setting (White spot compensation) Pixel check button Click when Whit[...]

E36 4. Settings (continued) Contents Used to reduce noise in the video signal. LOW/MIDDLE/HIGH : Noise reduction is performed. Amount of reduction is increased in the order of LOW 씮 MIDDLE 씮 HIGH. OFF: Noise reduction is not performed. Used to set whether the gamma curve to determine the reproduction of black is to be the standard value or cust[...]

E37 [ ] indicates the factory setting Contents Used to adjust the pedestal level (master black), which is the standard of black when the lens is capped. T o see more details in black areas, raising the pedestal level will brighten the entire screen. Increasing the value: Raises the pedestal level Decreasing the value: Lowers the pedestal level Comp[...]

E38 4. Settings (continued) White spot compensation One of the inherent, general characteristics of CCDs is that white spots may appear in the image at slow shutter speeds or during shooting at high temperatures. T o moderate this phenomenon, this camera is provided with a white spot compensation func- tion. How to use 䡵 White spot detection Beca[...]

E39 Color matrix settings screen Used to set the color tone of the camera image. Selects the color matrix. Slider bar: V alid when ON is selected as the Color matrix. Make adjustments by dragging the slider bars with the mouse. Fine adjustment can be made with the keyboard ’ s [ 씯 ] and [ 씮 ] keys.[...]

E40 4. Settings (continued) Contents Used to set whether or not colour matrix values remain standard. ON: the colour matrix becomes available for change. The following adjustments can only be made with this setting. OFF: the standard value of the colour matrix is used. Used to adjust the R – G signal (0 ~ 25%) Used to adjust the R – B signal (0[...]

E41 Lens settings screen Used to select the method for control of the lens iris to match the lens used. Selects the lens Iris mode. Iris level setting V alid when the Iris mode is set to MANUAL. Contents Switched in accordance with the employed lens. AU TO : When using auto-iris. MANUAL: • When using manual iris lens. • Lens not mounted. • Wh[...]

E42 System setting screen Used to select the method for canceling the freeze image and decide whether or not a color bar should be displayed as test pattern. It is also used for saving the set values of the setting screens in the memory of the KY -F75. For selecting the method for canceling the freeze image. For selecting display of the color bar .[...]

E43 Synchronizing flash and trigger T o synchronize the flash with the input of an external trigger , use the [REMOTE] connector on the rear . Pin configurations of connectors (  page E9).  When the shutter mode is other than “RANDOM” “EEI” (  page E28, Shutter item) ● In response to the trigger input, the KY -F75 outputs a flash[...]

E44  When the shutter mode is “ RANDOM ” • CCD accumulation is performed in sync with the trigger input, and this period is output as the FLASH signal. • At the same shutter speeds the delay from the trigger input to the FLASH output is almost uniform as shown in T able A below. Also, the pulse width of the FLASH output differs with the [...]

E45 About ALC and EEI operations ALC stands for Automatic Level Control and EEI for Extended Electronic Iris. (  page E28) By making the respective settings, the Automatic Level Control (ALC) will operate under dark lighting, and the electronic shutter (EEI) will operate under bright lighting. Furthermore, setting the IRIS mode to AUTO will sync[...]

E46 5. Others (continued) Specifications Imaging device: 1/2 inch IT CCD × 3 Scanning type: Progressive Available pixels: 1.45 million pixels (1392 (H) × 1040 (V)) Effective no. of pixels: 1280 × 960/1360 × 1024 pixels RGB (switchable) Aspect ratio: Approx. 4:3 SHUTTER speed: 4.010s to 1/5906.836s Lens mount: C mount Digital output: IEEE1394 ?[...]

E47 External dimensions (unit: mm) C-Mount 1/4-inch screw DIGITAL CAMERA KY-F75U C-MOUNT 41.5 14 1 142.5 150 88 70 80 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.[...]

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