DXC-C33P - Camcorder SONY - Free user manual and instructions

Product Type	3-CCD Professional Camcorder
Brand	Sony
Model	DXC-C33P
Dimensions (L x W x H)	255 x 245 x 375 mm
Weight	4.5 kg (without lens)
Power Supply	12 V DC (battery or AC adapter)
Sensor	3 CCD 1/3 inch
Resolution	752 x 582 pixels (PAL)
Lens Mount	C/CS
Video Outputs	Composite, Y/C, RGB, Component
Signal-to-Noise Ratio	62 dB
Gain	0, 9, 18 dB
Shutter Speed	1/50 to 1/10000 s
White Balance	Automatic, Preset, Manual
Main Features	3-CCD video recording, digital zoom, electronic shutter function, genlock input/output, component video output
Maintenance and Cleaning	Clean the body with a dry soft cloth. Use a cleaning kit for optics. Do not use solvents.
Safety	Use only recommended accessories. Do not expose to moisture. Disconnect before maintenance.
Spare Parts and Repairability	Contact a Sony authorized service center. Some parts are available online.
Operating Temperature	0 to 40 °C
Operating Humidity	20 to 80 % (non-condensing)

Frequently Asked Questions - DXC-C33P SONY

How to turn on the Sony DXC-C33P camcorder?

Ensure the battery is charged or the AC adapter is connected. Set the main switch to ON. The device is ready after a few seconds.

How to adjust the white balance on the DXC-C33P?

Set the WHITE BAL switch to the desired position (AUTO, PRESET or MANUAL). For manual adjustment, point the lens at a white surface and press the WB SET button until the indicator stabilizes.

What cables are needed for video output?

The DXC-C33P offers several outputs: composite (BNC), Y/C (S-Video), RGB (BNC) and component (Y, R-Y, B-Y). Use the appropriate cable for your equipment.

How to clean the camcorder lens?

Use a blower to remove dust, then a microfiber cloth with a lens cleaning solution. Avoid direct finger contact.

What to do if the image is blurry?

First check the lens focus. Ensure the focus selector is set to MANUAL and adjust the ring. If the problem persists, clean the lens or check the zoom settings.

How to use the electronic shutter function?

Press the SHUTTER button to select the speed (1/50 to 1/10000 s). This reduces motion blur in fast scenes.

Can I use a third-party lens on the DXC-C33P?

Yes, provided it is compatible with the C/CS mount. Ensure the flange focal distance is correct and the lens meets electrical specifications.

How to save battery?

Turn off the camcorder when not in use. Reduce gain and screen brightness if possible. Use a high-capacity battery.

What to do if the device does not turn on?

Check the battery or AC adapter. Ensure they are properly connected. If the problem persists, consult a Sony authorized technician.

Where to find the complete user manual?

The complete manual is available for free download at notice-facile.com. You can also request a translation in your language.

USER MANUAL DXC-C33P SONY

For Customer in China

Instructions for Use GB

Printed on recycled paper

Sony Corporation Printed in Japan

© 2001 Sony Corporation

Owner's Record

The model and serial numbers are located on the side. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below.

Refer to these numbers whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product.

Model No. Serial No.

WARNING

To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

This apparatus must be earthed.

Symbol on the products

This symbol indicates the equipotential terminal which brings the various parts of a system to the same potential.

For the customers in the U.S.A.

This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.

Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment.

All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules.

WARNING on power connection

Use a proper power cord for your local power supply.

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere). If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

WARNING on power connection for medical use

Please use the following power supply cord. With connectors (plug or female) and cord types other than those indicated in this table, use the power supply cord that is approved for use in your area.

	United States and Canada
Plug Type HOSPITAL GRADE*
Cord type Min. Type SJTMin. 18 AWG
Minimum Rating for Plug and Appliance Couplers	10A/125V
Safety Approval	UL Listed and CSA

*Note: Grounding reliability can only be achieved when the equipment is connected to an equivalent receptacle marked ‘Hospital Only’ or ‘Hospital Grade’.

For the customers in the U.S.A. and Canada

Model DXC-C33 is Non-Patient Equipment. This unit cannot be used in the vicinity of patients.

* Patient Vicinity

For the customers in Canada (for DXC-C33)

This unit has been certified according to Standard CSA C22.2 NO.601.1.

For the customers in Europe (for DXC-C33P)

Important safeguards/notice for use in the medical environments

1. All the equipment connected to this unit shall be certified according to Standard IEC60601-1, IEC60950-1, IEC60065 or other IEC/ISO Standards applicable to the equipment.
2. Furthermore, all configurations shall comply with the system standard IEC60601-1-1. Everybody who connects additional equipment to the signal input part or signal output part configures a medical system, and is therefore responsible that the system complies with the requirements of the system standard IEC60601-1-1. If in doubt, consult the qualified service personnel.

This unit cannot be used in the patient environment.

* Patient Environment.

1. Do not touch the patient simultaneously while you are in contact with this equipment.
2. For this particular equipment, all accessory equipment connected as noted above must be connected to the mains via an additional isolation transformer that conforms to the construction requirements of IEC60601-1 and provides at least basic insulation.
3. The leakage current could increase when connected to other equipment.
4. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy. If it is not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, it may cause interference to other equipment. If this unit causes interference (which can be determined by unplugging the power cord from the unit), try these measures: Relocate the unit with respect to the susceptible equipment. Plug this unit and the susceptible equipment into different branch circuits.

Consult your dealer. (According to standard EN60601-1-2 and CISPR11, Class B, Group 1)

Caution

When you dispose of the unit or accessories, you must obey the law in the relative area or country and the regulations in the relative hospital.

Important EMC notices for use in medical environments

- The DXC-C33P needs special precautions regarding EMC and needs to be installed and put into service according to the EMC information provided in these instructions for use.

- Portable and mobile RF communications equipment, such as cellular phones, can affect the DXC-C33P.

List of cables used for EMC tests
Type of Cable Specifications
AC mains cable 2.4 m,	non-shielded
75-ohm coaxial cable 3	m, shielded
CCMC-20P30 cable 30	m, shielded
CCXC-9DB cable 3 m,	shielded
S-video cable 5.3 m,	shielded
i.LINK cable 3.5 m,	shielded
Camera cable 3 m,	shielded
Remote cable 2.1 m,	shielded

Warning

The use of accessories and cables other than those specified, with the exception of replacement parts sold by Sony Corporation, may result in increased emissions or decreased immunity of the DXC-C33P.

Guidance and manufacturer's declaration-electromagnetic emissions
The DXC-C33P is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below.The customer or the user of the DXC-C33P should assure that it is used in such an environment.
Emission test Compliance Electromagnetic env	ironment-guidance
RF emissionsCISPR 11	Group 1 The DXC-C33P uses RF energy only for itsinternal function. Therefore, its RF emissionsare very low and are not likely to cause anyinterference in nearby electronic equipment.
RF emissionsCISPR 11	Class B The DXC-C33P is suitable for use in allestablishments, including domesticestablishments and those directly connected tothe public low-voltage power supply networkthat supplies buildings used for domesticpurposes.
Harmonic emissionsIEC 61000-3-2	Class A
Voltage fluctuations/flicker emissionsIEC 61000-3-3	Complies

Warning

If the DXC-C33P should be used adjacent to or stacked with other equipment, it should be observed to verify normal operation in the configuration in which it will be used.

Guidance and manufacturer's declaration - electromagnetic immunity
The DXC-C33P is intended for use in the electromagnetic environment specified below. The customer or the user of the DXC-C33P should assure that it is used in such as environment.
Immunity test IEC	60601 test level	Compliance level	Electromagnetic environment - guidance
Electrostatic discharge (ESD)IEC 61000-4-2	±6 kV contact±8 kV air	±6 kV contact±8 kV air	Floors should be wood, concrete or ceramic tile. If floors are covered with synthetic material, the relative humidity should be at least 30%.
Electrical fast transient/burstIEC 61000-4-4	±2 kV for power supply lines±1 kV for input/output lines	±2 kV for power supply lines±1 kV for input/output lines	Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.
SurgeIEC 61000-4-5	±1 kV differential mode±2 kV common mode	±1 kV differential mode±2 kV common mode	Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment.
Voltage dips, short interruptions and voltage variations on power supply input linesIEC 61000-4-11	< 5% UT(>95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle40% UT(60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles70% UT(30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles< 5% UT(>95% dip in UT) for 5 sec	< 5% UT(>95% dip in UT) for 0.5 cycle40% UT(60% dip in UT) for 5 cycles70% UT(30% dip in UT) for 25 cycles< 5% UT(>95% dip in UT) for 5 sec	Mains power quality should be that of a typical commercial or hospital environment. If the user of the DXC-C33P requires continued operation during power mains interruptions, it is recommended that the DXC-C33P be powered from an uninterruptible power supply or a battery.
Power frequency (50/60Hz) magnetic fieldIEC 61000-4-8	3 A/m 3 A/m Power frequency magnetic fields should be at least characteristic of a typical location in a typical commercial or hospital environment.
NOTE: UT is the a.c. mains voltage prior to application of the test level.
Immunity test IE	C 60601 test level	Compliance level	Electromagnetic environment - guidance
Conducted RF	3 Vrms	3 Vrms	Portable and mobile RF communications equipment should be used no closer to any part of the DXC-C33P, including cables, than the recommended separation distance calculated from the equation appliance to the frequency of the transmitter.Recommended separation distance d = 1.2 d = 1.2 80MHzto 800MHz d = 2.3 800MHzto 2.5GHz P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer and d is the recommended separation distance in meters (m).Field strengths from fixed RF transmitters, as determined by an electromagnetic site survey, a should be less than the compliance level in each frequency range. b Interference may occur in the vicinity of equipment marked with following symbol:
IEC 61000-4-6	150 kHz to 80 MHz
Radiated RF	3 V/m	3 V/m Where
IEC 61000-4-3	80 MHz to 2.5 GHz
NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the higher frequency range applies.NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.
a Field strengths from fixed transmitters, such as base stations for radio (cellular/cordless) telephones and land mobile radios, amateur radio, AM and FM radio broadcast and TV broadcast cannot be predicted theoretically with accuracy. To assess the electromagnetic environment due to fixed RF transmitters, an electromagnetic site survey should be considered. If the measured field strength in the location in which the DXC-C33P is used exceeds the applicable RF compliance level above, the DXC-C33P should be observed to verify normal operation. If abnormal performance is observed, additional measures may be necessary, such as reorienting or relocating the DXC-C33P.b Over the frequency range 150 kHz to 80 MHz, field strengths should be less than 3 V/m.Recommended separation distances between portable and mobile RF communications equipment and the DXC-C33P
The DXC-C33P is intended for use in an electromagnetic environment in which radiated RF disturbances are controlled. The customer or the user of the DXC-C33P can help prevent electromagnetic interference by maintaining a minimum distance between portable and mobile RF communications equipment (Transmitters) and the DXC-C33P as recommended below, according to the maximum output power of the communications equipment.
Rated maximum output power of transmitter W	Separation distance according to frequency of transmitter m
	150 kHz to 80 MHz d = 1.2	80 MHz to 800 MHz d = 1.2	800 MHz to 2.5 GHz d = 2.3
0.01 0.12 0.12	0.23
0.1 0.38 0.38	0.73
1 1.2 1.2 2.3
10 3.8 3.8 7.3
100 12 12 23
For transmitters rated a maximum output power not listed above, the recommended separation distance d in meters (m) can be estimated using the equation applicable to the frequency of the transmitter, where P is the maximum output power rating of the transmitter in watts (W) according to the transmitter manufacturer.NOTE 1: At 80 MHz and 800 MHz, the separation distance for the higher frequency range applies.NOTE 2: These guidelines may not apply in all situations. Electromagnetic propagation is affected by absorption and reflection from structures, objects and people.

Table of Contents

Overview

Features ....10

Location and Functions of Parts and Controls ....11

Camera Head 11

Camera Control Unit ......12

Adjusting and Setting With Menus

About On-screen Menus ....15

Operation Through Menus .....16

EXPOSURE Menu ....17

CONTRAST Menu 20

WHITE BALANCE Menu ......21

ENHANCER Menu ......23

GENERAL Menu 24

SYSTEM Menu 26

SCENE FILE Menu 27

Operation

Shooting 29

Basic Shooting Procedure .....29

Adjusting the Black Balance .....29

Adjusting the White Balance .....30

Adjusting the Picture Tone in a Multi-Camera System .....31

Installation and Connections

Installation 32

Applicable Lens ....32

Mounting the Lens ....32

Mounting a Microscope Adaptor 32

Mounting on a Tripod ....32

Attaching to a Wall or Ceiling ... 33

Connections 34

Connecting Between the Camera Head and Camera Control Unit 34

Connecting the AC Power Cord 34

Connecting to Video Equipment With Composite Video Input Connectors .... 35

Connecting to Video Equipment With S-Video Input Connector 35

Connecting to Video Equipment With RGB Inputs ...... 36

Connecting to Video Equipment With DV Input Connector 37

Connecting Two or More Cameras — Multi-Camera System 38

Connecting to a Remote Control Unit 39

Connecting to a Computer ...... 41

Connections for Shooting Using a Flash 42

Connections for Displaying a Freeze Picture Using a Foot Switch 43

Appendix

Precautions 44

Typical CCD Phenomena 44

List of Messages 45

WEN Pulse Timing Chart 46

Specifications 47

Menu Configuration 50

Features

High-quality images

- The high density 1/3 type, three-chip Exwave HAD™* CCD**, containing some 380,000 (DXC-C33) or 430,000 (DXC-C33P) effective picture elements (pixels), offers superior picture quality: 850 TV lines of high horizontal resolution, high sensitivity of F8 at 2,000 lx, an excellent signal-to-noise ratio of 62 dB (DXC-C33) or 61 dB (DXC-C33P) and a low smear level.

* Exwave HAD™: Exwave Hole-Accumulated Diode

"Exwave HAD™" is a trademark of Sony Corporation.

**CCD: Charge-Coupled Device

Precise picture control functions by the adoption of LSI digital signal processing technology

• DynaLatitude processing enables you to adjust contrast finely according to the luminance signal level of each picture element.
• The DCC+ (Dynamic Contrast Control plus) function minimizes the phenomena whereby the whole screen turns white or a part of the image becomes colorless when shooting a very bright object.
• The Partial Enhance function enables you to adjust the sharpness and tint of only a specified color.

Compact and lightweight Remote Camera Head System

• The camera head is compact (38 x 32 x 40 mm (1 1/2 x 1 5/16 x 1 5/8 inches)) and very light (48 g (1.7 oz)), allowing easy mounting on a device which was difficult to be mounted.
• Versatile use of the camera is realized by connecting the camera head and the camera control unit with the optional camera cable, which enables you to extend the connecting distance up to 30 m (98 feet).

i.LINK (DV) digital interface equipped

Connecting a DVCAM format digital video cassette recorder to this camera allows you to make easy digital recording.

Freeze and long term exposure functions

By utilizing the built-in one frame memory (10 bits), freeze function and long term exposure function can be easily controlled.

RS-232C interface

The camera can be controlled from a computer via the RS-232C interface. For details, contact your authorized Sony dealer.

Location and Functions of Parts and Controls

Camera Head

Lens Mount

Attach a C-mount lens or microscope adaptor.

Note

Be sure to use a lens whose projected part from the lens mount surface is less than 4.3 mm (3/16 inches). Mounting the lens with a projected part greater than 4.3 mm (3/16 inches) may damage the internal mechanism of the camera.

Camera cable connector (20-pin)

Connects to the CAMERA connector on the camera control unit with the optional CCMC-20P05/10/30 camera cable.

③ Screw holes

Use these holes (M3, depth: 3 mm (1/8 inches)) to attach the supplied tripod adaptor to the camera head for mounting the camera head on a wall, ceiling, or tripod.

Camera Control Unit

Front

Rear

① (power) switch and indicator

Press the switch down to turn on the power of the unit. The indicator lights in green. To turn off the power, press the switch again. The indicator turns off.

Note

Be sure to connect the camera head and camera control unit with the camera cable (not supplied) before you turn the camera on or off.

② FREEZE button and indicator

Pressing this button stores an image in the built-in frame memory and outputs it as a freeze picture. When the freeze picture mode activates, the indicator lights. Pressing the button again turns off the indicator and cancels the freeze picture mode. The image currently shot is displayed on a monitor screen.

③ ←/FILE SELECT button

While the menu is displayed:

Decreases the setting value or changes the setting. Also use this button for an AE window setting, etc.

While the normal screen is displayed: Switches the user preset file between A and B.

④↑/BLACK (black balance) button

While the menu is displayed: Moves the menu cursor upward. Also use this button for an AE window setting, etc.

While the normal screen is displayed: Activates the automatic black balance adjustment.

⑤→/ WHITE (white balance) button

While the menu is displayed: Increases the setting value or changes the setting. Also use this button for an AE window setting, etc.

While the normal screen is displayed: Activates the automatic white balance adjustment when MODE is set to AWB in WHITE BALANCE menu.

⑥MENU button

Displays the MAIN menu on a monitor screen. Press again to exit the menu. When a setting menu is displayed, press this button to return to the MAIN menu.

For menu operations, see “Operation Through Menus” on page 16.

⑦ ENTER button

Selects a setting menu in the MAIN menu. Also use this button for an AE window setting, etc.

⑧ AE AREA SELECT button

Selects the AE window set with the menu. Each press of the button selects the AE AREA 1 or AE AREA 2. The selected AE area is displayed on a monitor screen for about a second.

Note

The button functions only when GAIN is set to AGC or SHUTTER is set to CCD-IRIS.

⑨ LOCK button and indicator

When you press this button to make the indicator light, no buttons on the camera control unit except for the ① (power) switch function. Pressing the button again turns off the indicator and cancels lock mode. You can use any button. The lock mode retains after the unit is turned off.

10 AE LEVEL control

Adjusts the auto exposure focusing point when the camera is set to AGC or CCD-IRIS mode. Turning the control clockwise increases the value, and turning it counterclockwise decreases the value.

When SHUTTER is set to KNOB, the shutter speed and video gain can be adjusted with this control. Turning it counterclockwise adjusts the shutter speed. Turning it clockwise adjusts the video gain. In KNOB setting, the △ GAIN control does not function.

⑪ GAIN RED/BLUE controls

Use these controls for fine adjustment of white balance when AWB or ATW mode is selected. Also use them to adjust the red and blue gain when adjusting the white balance manually. Turning the control clockwise sets to the positive levels. Turning it counterclockwise sets to the negative levels.

12 GAIN control

Adjusts the gain level. Turning the control adjusts the level in the range from 0 to 24 dB.

13↓ button

Moves the menu cursor downward. Also use this button for an AE window setting, etc.

⑭BARS (color bars output) button

Outputs the color bar signal. Press again to revert to video signal output.

For monitor adjustment, contact your authorized Sony dealer.

⑮CAMERA connector (20-pin)

Connects to the camera cable connector on the camera head using the CCMC-20P05/10/30 camera cable (not supplied).

16 VIDEO OUTPUT connector (BNC type)

Outputs a composite video signal.

⑰ i* DV connector (6-pin)

The connector is especially designed to output signals in DV format that complies with i.LINK. Used to connect the video equipment equipped with the i DV connector.

* is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE1394–1995 specifications and their revisions.

18FS/TRIG IN (Foot Switch/Trigger input) connector (stereo minijack)

Connects the optional foot switch. When the camera is in strobe mode, connects a commercially available slave unit.

Note

The foot switch must comply with Standard UL2601-1/EN60601-1.

For details on the foot switch, consult with an authorized Sony dealer.

19EXT SYNC (external sync) (HD, VD/SYNC) connectors (BNC type)

Inputs reference sync signals for synchronizing the camera operation. When using the internal sync signals, outputs the HD/VD or composite sync signals.

⑳ Equipotential ground terminal

Used to connect with the equipotential plug to bring the various parts of a system to the same potential.

Refer to “Important safeguards/notice for use in the medical environments” on page 3.

21~ AC IN socket

Connects the supplied AC power cord.

22 REMOTE connector (mini DIN 8-pin)

Connects to the RM-C950 remote control unit (not supplied).

23 RGB/SYNC connector (D-sub 9-pin)

Outputs RGB signals and their respective sync signals.

24 S·VIDEO OUTPUT connector (mini DIN 4-pin)

Outputs an S video (Y/C video) signal.

Adjusting and Setting With Menus

About On-screen Menus

Camera operational settings can be changed through simple adjustment of the settings on the on-screen menus.

This section explains how to read the on-screen menu before starting menu operation.

For the menu configuration of the camera, see page 50.

MAIN Menu

① Cursor

Selects a setting menu or setting item. Move the cursor up or down using the ↑ or ↓ button.

②Setting menu items

When you select the desired item with the ↑ or ↓ button and press the ENTER button, the setting menu for adjustment and setting is displayed.

③Remote control unit indicator

Indicates when the RM-C950 remote control unit is connected to the ↗ REMOTE connector on the rear of the camera control unit.

④User preset file

You can store two types of preset adjustments into files A and B. Indicates the currently selected preset file (A or B).

For details, see "SCENE FILE Menu" on page 27.

⑤Operational message

Indicates how to operate the currently displayed menu.

Setting Menu

①Setting menu

Indicates the currently selected setting menu.

② Setting items

Indicates the items that can be adjusted in each setting menu. Select the item by moving the cursor beside it with the ↑ or ↓ button.

③ Set values

The currently set values are displayed. Change the values using the ◀ or ➤ button.

For the initial set value on each item, see "Menu Configuration" on page 50.

Operation Through Menus

To change the settings on the menu, proceed as follows.

Some of the settings, however, cannot be adjusted on the menu. Use the controls on the front of the camera control unit to adjust them.

For details, see page 17.

Note

Before starting menu operation, make sure that the LOCK indicator on the front of the camera control unit is not lit. When it is lit, the menu will not be displayed even if you press the ⓂMENU button. If the LOCK indicator lights, press the LOCK button to turn the indicator off, then operate the menu.

1 Press the MENU button. The MAIN menu appears.

2 Move the cursor to the menu item to be set by pressing the ↑ or ↓ button, then press the ENTER button. The setting menu is displayed.

3 Move the cursor to the item to be adjusted by pressing the ↑ or ↓ button.

4 Change the value by pressing the ◀ or ▶ button. Holding down the button changes the value quickly.

To reset to the initial set value

Select the item to be reset, then press the ◀ and ➤ buttons simultaneously.

For the initial set value on each item, see "Menu Configuration" on page 50.

To return to the normal screen

Press the MENU button while the MAIN menu is displayed.

While each setting menu is displayed, press the ⓂMENU button to return to the MAIN menu, then press it again to return to the normal screen.

Adjusting the Setting Items With the Controls on the Front of the Camera Control Unit

Use the controls on the front of the camera control unit to adjust some of the setting items such as gain and white balance.

For details on setting individual items, see the relevant menu pages.

EXPOSURE Menu

The EXPOSURE menu is used to adjust the items relating to exposure, such as gain and shutter mode.

GAIN

Adjusts the video gain.

STEP

Select to set the video gain to the desired level.

STEP

Adjust the gain level by turning the △ GAIN control on the camera unit control. The set value for STEP in the menu changes to the adjusted level. The adjustable level is within the range from 0 to 24 dB. You cannot adjust it using the menu.

AGC

Automatically adjusts the gain according to the brightness of the object to be shot (Automatic gain control).

LIMIT

Selects the maximum gain level to be adjusted to 6, 12, 18 or 24 dB.

HYPER

Increases the video gain to about 30 dB.

SHUTTER

Selects the electronic shutter modes.

OFF

Any electronic shutter mode does not function.

STEP

Select to set the shutter speed to any of 4 steps in long-exposure mode and 15 steps in high-speed mode.

SPEED

Sets the shutter speed.

To set the shutter speed

1 Select SPEED by pressing the ↑ or ↓ button. 2 Display OFF by pressing the ← and → buttons simultaneously. 3 Press the ← button to set the speed for long-exposure mode, or press the → button to set it for high-speed mode. 4 Each press changes the shutter speed.

VARIABLE

Use for fine adjustment of the video output level in units of 1 frame (long exposure mode) or in units of 1H (horizontal scanning time: 63.56 μs for DXC-C33, 64.00 μs for DXC-C33P) (clear scan mode).

In long exposure mode, for example, if you set to 10 frames (about 0.33 seconds), the video signal produced during this set time is output in the form of one complete frame at intervals of about 0.33 seconds. These pictures, which contain 10 frames of video information, are much brighter than normal one-frame images. This mode is useful for shooting a poorly illuminated object in a dark place.

The clear scan mode can be used for shooting computer displays with reduced horizontal bands appearing across the display screen. Adjust the value while observing the noise on the monitor screen so that you can obtain the image with minimum noise.

SPEED

Sets the shutter speed.

To set the shutter speed

1 Select SPEED by pressing the ↑ or ↓ button. 2 Display OFF by pressing the ← and → buttons simultaneously. 3 Press the ◀ button to set the speed for long-exposure mode, or press the ➤ button to set it for clear scan mode. 4 Each press changes the shutter speed.

To convert the value into the shutter speed

Long-exposure mode

Example: When the value is set to 5 frames 5 × 1/30 = 0.1666 seconds (DXC-C33) 5 × 1/25 = 0.2000 seconds (DXC-C33P)

Clear scan mode

Example: When the value is set to 250H DXC-C33: 250 × 63.56 µs (1H) + 34.9 µs (constant) = 15924.9 µs = Approx. 0.016 seconds DXC-C33P: 250 × 64.00 µs (1H) + 35.0 µs (constant) = 16035.0 µs = Approx. 0.016 seconds.

Note

Do not use AGC, CCD-IRIS, ATW, AWB DCC+ and DYNALATITUDE functions in long exposure mode.

Set the gain level to 0 dB.

CCD-IRIS

Automatically adjusts the luminance level for optimum output level. When incoming light is excessive, this function automatically adjusts the shutter speed to cut exposure equivalent to up to 10 aperture stops.

LIMIT

Sets the maximum shutter speed to be adjusted to 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/10000, 1/20000, 1/40000 or 1/100000.

KNOB

You can adjust the shutter speed and video gain with the AE LEVEL control on the front of the camera control unit. With this setting, GAIN is locked to STEP and the GAIN control does not function.

When the RM-C950 remote control unit is connected, you can use the IRIS control on the remote control unit to adjust the shutter speed and video gain.

AE SETUP

Adjusts the auto exposure focusing point and selects the AE (Auto Exposure) window when the camera is set to AGC or CCD IRIS mode.

Note

The setting items for AE SETUP are displayed only when GAIN is set to AGC or SHUTTER is set to CCD-IRIS.

AE LEVEL

Adjust the auto exposure focusing point by turning the AE LEVEL control on the camera control unit. The set value for AE LEVEL in the menu changes to the adjusted level. The adjustable level is within the range from -127 to +127. You cannot adjust it with the menu.

AE AREA1/AE AREA2

Selects the AE window when the camera is set to AGC or CCD IRIS mode.

When a different AE window is set to each of AE AREA 1 and 2, you can select either by pressing the AE AREA SELECT button on the camera control unit. The * mark appears beside the selected AE AREA in the menu. When the button is pressed while the menu is not displayed, the selected AE window is displayed on the monitor screen for about a second.

MULTI: Divides the screen into 9 sections and adjusts auto exposure according to the luminance level in each section. Normally set to this position.

LARGE, MID, SPOT and SLIT:

Displays the following AE windows and adjusts auto exposure according to the luminance level in each area. If the object you are shooting is very small, you can see it brighter with this setting to SPOT.

MANUAL: Sets the AE window manually with the desired size and position on the screen. Follow the steps below.

1 Select MANUAL and press the ENTER button.

2 Move the cross cursor appearing at the left top corner with the left, right, up, or down button to set the upper and left side size, then press the ENTER button.

3 Move the cross cursor appearing at the right bottom corner with the left, right, up, or down button to set the lower and right side size, then press the ENTER button.

4 Move the AE window to the desired position with the left, right, up, or down button, then press the ENTER button.

Note

To cancel the setting before completing the procedure, press the MENU button.

AE SPEED

Appears when you set AE AREA1 or 2 to an option other than MULTI.

Sets auto exposure focusing speed in AGC or CCD IRIS mode. Selects from MID (normal speed), FAST (fast speed) and SLOW (slow speed).

Note

If lens hunting occurs, adjust with AE SPEED.

AE DETECT

Appears when you set AE AREA1 or 2 to an option other than MULTI.

Selects the detection method of the luminance level of the selected AE window.

AVERAGE: Selects to detect the average luminance level of the whole AE window.

PEAK: Selects to detect the part with the highest luminance level.

CONTRAST Menu

The CONTRAST menu is used to adjust the contrast of the image.

EFFECT

Selects the setting suitable for the incident luminance levels.

MANUAL

Selects KNEE POINT setting or BLACK STRETCH.

KNEE POINT

Sets the knee point according to the incoming light levels.

OFF: Knee processing does not function.

HIGH: Sets the knee point to the highest level.

MID: Normally, select this position.

LOW: Sets the knee point to the lowest level.

BLACK STRETCH

Adjusts the luminance of the dark portion of the screen.

You can set the value within the range from -10 to +10. The higher the setting, the brighter the screen.

DCC+ (Dynamic Contrast Control +)

When shooting a very bright object, the whole screen may white out or a part of the image may be colorless. This setting minimizes these phenomena.

DYNALATITUDE

Adjusts the contrast according to the luminance level of each picture element. The setting is useful for shooting scenes mixed with bright and dark parts. You can set the level within the range from -10 to +10.

GAMMA

Activates gamma compensation.

OFF

Outputs the video signal linearly without gamma compensation. Use this setting when you want to produce images for image processing or image analysis.

ON

Compensates the reproduction characteristics of a cathode-ray tube of a monitor to produce natural-tone image.

LEVEL

Adjusts gamma so that you can obtain natural-tone image. Adjustable range is from -10 to +10.

MASTER PEDESTAL

The pedestal levels of the G, B and R output signals can be adjusted simultaneously. Adjusts the darkness level of the black part of the image. Use this function to bring out details in heavily shaded areas. Use of a waveform monitor allows easier adjustment. The adjustable range is from -127 to +127. The whole screen becomes whiter when you adjust the level in the direction of +. The whole screen becomes blacker when you adjust the level in the direction of -. Normally set to ±0.

R. (red) PEDESTAL, B. (blue) PEDESTAL

Use these items to finely adjust the pedestal level of each color. Adjust them while watching the monitor screen. The items can be finely adjusted within the range from -127 to +127.

WHITE BALANCE Menu

The WHITE BALANCE menu is used to adjust the white balance.

MODE

Selects the white balance modes.

Select to adjust the white balance automatically (auto white balance).

R. (red) PAINT, B. (blue) PAINT

Use the GAIN RED or BLUE control on the camera control unit to make fine adjustments. Finely adjusts the red or blue in the range from -100 to +100. Adjust them while watching the monitor screen. When adjusted, the set values change to the adjusted levels.

For details, see "Adjusting the White Balance" on page 30.

AREA

A detecting window appears on the monitor screen. Normally set to NORMAL. If you want to display the desired window, set to MANUAL and follow the steps below.

1 Press the ENTER button. 2 Move the left top cross cursor with the left, right, up, or down button to set the upper and left side size, and press the ENTER button. 3 Move the right bottom cross cursor with the left, right, up, or down button to set the lower and right side size, and press the ENTER button.

4 Move the window to the desired position on the screen with the left, right, up, or down button, and press the ENTER button.

ATW NORMAL/ATW WIDE

Activates auto-tracing white balance. The white balance is automatically adjusted as the color temperature changes.

These modes are suitable for shooting when the light source changes.

Normally, set to ATW NORMAL.

The ATW WIDE setting can cope with a wider range of color temperature changes.

R. PAINT, B. PAINT

Use the GAIN RED or BLUE controls on the camera control unit to make fine adjustments. Finely adjust the red or blue in the range from -10 to +10. Adjust them while watching the monitor screen. When adjusted, the set values change to the adjusted levels.

The adjusted values are stored in memory separately from AWB values.

AREA

A detecting window appears on the monitor screen. The setting procedure is the same as that in AWB.

With NORMAL option, a detecting window is displayed on the whole screen.

SPEED

Sets the focusing speed. You can select SLOW (slow speed), MID (normal speed) or FAST (fast speed).

MANUAL

Use for manual adjustment of white balance.

R. GAIN, B. GAIN

Use the GAIN RED or BLUE controls on the camera control unit to adjust the red or blue gain. The adjustable level is within the range from -127 to +127. Adjust them while watching the monitor screen. When adjusted, the set values change to the adjusted levels.

3200K

Selects for indoor shooting. (Color temperature: 3200K)

5600K

Selects for outdoor shooting. (Color temperature: 5600K)

ENHANCER Menu

The ENHANCER menu is used to adjust the sharpness of the image outline and the color tone (hue).

DETAIL

Enables or disables adjustment of the sharpness of the image outline.

ALL

Enables adjustment of the sharpness of the image outline.

LEVEL

Adjusts the level in the range from -127 to +127.

The lower level decreases the sharpness of the image outline and makes the image softer.

The higher level increases the sharpness of the image outline and makes the image sharper.

When the RM-C950 remote control unit is connected, this item is not adjusted with the menu. Adjust it using the control on the RM-C950.

FREQUENCY

Selects the frequency level with which the image outline is adjusted from LOW (lower frequency level), MID (middle frequency level) or HIGH (higher frequency level).

Higher setting provides a sharper outline of detailed images.

TARGET

Adjusts the image outline for a specific color.

When you set DETAIL to TARGET, TARGET COLOR appears. Specify the colors you want to adjust.

OFF

Disables adjustment of the sharpness of the image outline.

LINEAR MATRIX

Processes an image with a color matrix to change the chroma saturation and hue in order to reproduce natural color.

ALL

Corrects the color to reproduce natural color.

MODE

Adjusts the color suitable for the subject.

STANDARD: Normally, select this setting.

R ENHANCE: Enhances the red.

B ENHANCE: Enhances the blue.

G ENHANCE: Enhances the green.

MANUAL: Adjusts each color finely. The following options appear.

R. PAINT: Finely adjusts the red in the range from -30 to +30.

G. PAINT: Finely adjusts the green in the range from -30 to +30.

B. PAINT: Finely adjusts the blue in the range from -30 to +30.

TARGET

Corrects the color for a specific color. When you set LINEAR MATRIX to TARGET, TARGET COLOR appears. Specify the colors you want to adjust.

OFF

Color correction does not function. Use when you want to process the image.

TARGET COLOR

Select when adjusting DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX for a specific color.

This item is displayed only when you set either DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX to TARGET.

ALL

Adjusts DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX for the whole image. Normally, set to this position.

IN

Adjusts DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX for a specific color.

RANGE

Finely adjusts the area in the range from -10 to +10.

To specify a color

1 Press the ENTER button. 2 Move the cross cursor ( ) appearing in the center of the screen to the desired color with the left, right, up or down button so that the cross cursor square covers the desired color. You can adjust the color indicated by the cross cursor ( ) 3 Press the ENTER button. The screen returns to the menu display. To cancel the setting before completing the procedure, press the MENU button.

OUT

Adjusts DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX for colors other than a specified color.

RANGE

Finely adjusts the area in the range from -10 to +10.

When you select OUT, then set the color with the procedure in "To specify a color," you can adjust DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX for colors other than that indicated by the cross cursor ( ☐)

GENERAL Menu

The GENERAL menu is used to set the general items.

GENERAL>	[A]
>CCD MODE	FIELD
SHADING COMP.	OFF
FS/TRIG IN	OFF
NEGA	OFF
FLICKER CANCELLER	OFF
Select Breakout

CCD MODE

Selects the CCD read-out mode.

FIELD

Accumulates charges in field units. Use to shoot a moving object.

FRAME

Accumulates charges in frame units. Provides the image with the highest possible vertical resolution. Use to shoot a still object.

SHADING COMP. (Shading Compensation)

Eliminates green or magenta color which may appear at the top or bottom of the screen, when the camera is used with an optical instrument.

OFF

Color elimination does not function.

ON

If green or magenta color appears at the top or bottom of the screen when the camera is attached to a microscope, etc., select this setting.

LEVEL

Adjusts the level within the range from -127 to +127. Adjust while watching the screen so that the color is eliminated.

+: Green at the top and magenta at the bottom will be eliminated. -: Magenta at the top and green at the bottom will be eliminated.

FS/TRIG IN (Foot Switch/Target Input)

Selects the input signal from the BS/TRIG IN connector.

OFF

Select when neither a slave unit nor foot switch is connected.

FS

Select when an optional foot switch is connected. Turning the foot switch on or off alternately outputs a freeze picture and the image currently being shot.

TRIGGER

Select when a slave unit is connected to synchronize the camera with a stroboscope. Each time a trigger pulse is input, the freeze picture changes.

When TRIGGER is selected, you cannot output an image as a freeze picture using the FREEZE button on the camera control unit.

POLARITY

Selects the same polarity as that of the pulse signal input.

: Falling edge L : Rising edge

Note

When FS/TRIG IN is set to TRIGGER or FS, AGC, CCD IRIS, ATW, AWB, DCC+ and DYNALATITUDE modes do not function.

NEGA

Reverses the output image to negative/positive.

OFF

Outputs the image normally.

ON

Outputs the image reversed to negative/positive.

FLICKER CANCELLER

When using the camera in a 50 Hz lighting area (DXC-C33) or in a 60 Hz lighting area (DXC-C33P), you can obtain images with less flicker under fluorescent light even when SHUTTER is set to CCD IRIS or OFF.

Set this item to OFF when you want to set NEGA to ON.

OFF

Disables the FLICKER CANCELLER function.

ON

Reduces flicker under fluorescent light.

SYSTEM Menu

The SYSTEM menu is used to set the items relating to the system of the camera and selection of output signals.

<SYSTEM>	[A]
>BAUD RATE	9600
D-SUB VIDEO	VBS
D-SUB SYNC	C.SYNC
RGB SYNC	G
EXT SYNC	IN

BAUD RATE

Switches the baud rate of the REMOTE connector. Sets to any of 19200, 9600, 4800, 2400 and 1200. Set to 9600 when the RM-C950 remote control unit is connected.

D-SUB VIDEO

Selects the VBS or Y/C signal output from the RGB/SYNC connector (D-sub 9-pin).

D-SUB SYNC

Selects the sync signal output from the RGB/SYNC connector (D-sub 9-pin).

C. SYNC

Outputs the composite sync signal.

WEN-ODD/WEN-EVEN/WEN-NORM

Outputs the WEN signal. When connecting peripheral equipment, the signal is used as trigger pulse output to the equipment. Switching WEN-ODD or WEN-EVEN provides a different pulse signal phase.

For the timing chart of the WEN pulse signal for each setting, see page 46.

POLARITY

Selects the polarity of the pulse signal. V : Negative R : Positive

RGB SYNC

Adds a sync signal to the G signal or R, G and B signals output from the RGB/SYNC connector.

OFF

No sync signal is added to an output signal.

G

Adds a sync signal to the G signal output from the RGB/SYNC connector.

RGB

Adds sync signals to the G, B and R signals output from the RGB/SYNC connector.

EXT SYNC

Switches the input and output of the EXT SYNC (HD, VD/SYNC) jacks (BNC type) and selects the output signal.

IN

Functions as the input jack.

When an external sync signal (VBS signal) is input, the following items appear: Adjusts the horizontal phase and SC (subcarrier) phase to synchronize the camera operation with the reference signal.

H. PHASE

Adjusts the horizontal phase within the range from -20 to +127.

SC. PHASE ROUGH

Roughly adjusts the subcarrier phase by setting to 0° or 180° .

SC. PHASE FINE

Finely adjusts the subcarrier phase within the range from -127 to +127.

When an external sync signal (HD/VD signal) is input, the following items appear: Adjusts the horizontal phase to synchronize the camera operation with the reference signal.

H. PHASE

Adjust the level within the range from -20 to +127.

Note

Turn on the external sync signal generator after all equipment is switched on.

OUT

Functions as the output jack.

SIGNAL

Selects the output signal from the EXT SYNC jacks.

HD/VD: Outputs the HD/VD signal.

C. SYNC: Outputs the composite sync signal.

SCENE FILE Menu

The SCENE FILE is used to set the preset menu settings.

The camera has two memory files (A or B) for storing the menu settings. You can store a different type of setting into each file, and switch to the file most suitable for the shooting conditions quickly. The currently selected memory file is shown in the upper right corner of the on-screen menu.

FILE SELECT

Selects the file A or B.

LOAD

Selects the setting to be stored into the file you select with FILE SELECT, and stores the setting.

STANDARD: Suitable for a camera used as a permanent fixture.

MICROSCOPE: Suitable for a camera for a microscope.

FULL AUTO: Automatically adjusts settings.

STROBE: Suitable for stroboscopic shooting.

FILE B (or A): When copying the settings between two files.

To store the setting

1 Select A or B into which the setting is stored in the FILE SELECT setting. 2 Press the up or down button to select LOAD. 3 Press the left or right button to select the desired setting to be stored, and press the ENTER button. "Overwrite OK?" appears. 4 Press the ENTER button. If you do not want to store the setting, press the MENU button.

Shooting

Basic Shooting Procedure

1 Press down the power switch on the camera control unit to turn on the power. The power indicator lights in green. 2 Turn on the powers of the connected devices. 3 Adjust the black balance.

For details, see "Adjusting the Black Balance" on the right column.

4 Illuminate an object with proper lighting. 5 Aim the camera to the object and adjust the iris, focus and zoom. 6 Adjust the white balance.

For details, see "Adjusting the White Balance" on page 30.

7 Adjust the settings as required.

For details, see "Adjusting and Setting With Menus" on page 15.

8 Start shooting.

Adjusting the Black Balance

Adjust the black balance first, after turning on the power of your camera.

1 If any menu is displayed on the screen, press the MENU button to remove it. 2 If a color bar signal is displayed on the screen, press the BARS button to remove it. 3 Press the BLACK button.

Close the iris before pressing the button. The black balance is automatically adjusted.

While adjusting, the bars are displayed. When the adjustment is completed, the message “BLACK: OK” appears on the screen.

Black balance adjustment errors

If the black balance adjustment is not successful, the message “BLACK: NG” appears on the screen. If this happens, take the necessary measures and perform steps 1 through 3 again.

For details, see "List of Messages" on page 45.

Adjusting the White Balance

Each time the lighting condition changes, be sure to adjust the white balance so that optimum color reproduction is obtained.

1 Press the MENU button to display the MAIN menu. 2 Select the WHITE BALANCE menu, and set MODE to AWB.

For menu operation, see “Operation Through Menus” on page 16.

3 Select AREA with the ↑ or ↓ button and then set it to NORMAL with the ← or → button.

A detecting window appears.

For more details, refer to “WHITE BALANCE Menu” on page 21.

4 Display the camera image on the monitor screen.

Note

If a color bar signal is displayed on the screen, press the BARS button to turn it off.

5 Set the lens iris control to the appropriate opening value.

6 Place a white object (white pattern, white cloth, etc.) under the same light condition as that falling on the object to be shot, then zoom in on the white object to fill the detecting window on the screen.

Notes

• Do not include highly reflective objects in the picture. • Always shoot the image under suitable lighting conditions.

7 Press the MENU button twice to remove the menu. 8 Press the WHITE button.

During adjustment the bars appear. The message “WHITE: OK” appears on the screen when the adjustment is done.

The adjusted white level is automatically stored in memory and remains even if the power of the camera is turned off.

To shoot under the same conditions, the stored white balance is recalled by setting MODE to AWB in the WHITE BALANCE menu.

White balance adjustment errors

If the auto white balance adjustment is not successful, an error message appears on the screen. If this happens, take the necessary measures and perform steps 1 through 8 again.

For more details, see “List of Messages” on page 45.

Adjusting the Picture Tone in a Multi-Camera System

When configuring a multi-camera system, adjust all cameras to prevent camera-to-camera variations in picture tone. Before making the adjustments outlined below, input the same sync signal to all cameras.

For connections, see “Connecting Two or More Cameras — Multi-Camera System” on page 38.

Connecting the cameras to video equipment with phase indication capability

When connecting to a special-effects generator, a chroma-key unit, or other video equipment with phase indication capability, the basic adjustment procedure is as follows:

1 Turn on the phase indication capability of the connected video equipment. 2 Select H. PHASE from EXT SYNC in the SYSTEM menu, and adjust the horizontal phase.

For more details, see "SYSTEM Menu" on page 26.

3 Select SC. PHASE from EXT SYNC in the SYSTEM menu, and adjust the subcarrier phase.

First adjust the subcarrier phase roughly with SC. PHASE ROUGH set to 0° and 180° , then adjust it finely using SC. PHASE FINE.

For more details, refer to the instruction manual of the connected video equipment with phase indication capability.

Connecting the cameras to video equipment without phase indication capability

Use one of the cameras as a reference camera and adjust the other cameras to the reference camera one by one.

1 Adjust the horizontal phase. Select H. PHASE from EXT SYNC in the SYSTEM menu, and adjust so that the reference video signal and the output signal have the same horizontal sync phase. Use a waveform monitor or an oscilloscope to check the phase.

2 Adjust the subcarrier phase. Select SC. PHASE from EXT SYNC in the SYSTEM menu.

First adjust the subcarrier phase roughly with SC. PHASE ROUGH set to 0° and 180° , then adjust it finely using SC. PHASE FINE so that the reference video signal and the output video signal have the same subcarrier phase. Use a vectorscope or the wiping function of a special-effects generator to display the images of both the reference camera and the camera to be adjusted simultaneously on the screen.

Installation

Applicable Lens

C-mount lenses with the following lens mount surface can be attached to the camera head.

Note

Be sure to use a lens whose projected part from the lens mount surface is less than 4.3 mm. Mounting the lens with a projected part greater than 4.3 mm may damage the internal mechanism of the camera head.

Mounting the Lens

1. Remove the lens mount cap of the camera head.

2. Align the threaded portion of the lens mount with that of the camera mount.

3. Slowly rotate the lens clockwise to fix the lens to the camera head tightly.

Mounting a Microscope Adaptor

To attach the camera to a microscope or a surgical microscope, it is necessary to attach an appropriate adaptor. The mounting procedure is the same as that of the lenses.

For details, refer to the instruction manual for the adaptor to be used.

Mounting on a Tripod

Attach the supplied tripod adaptor to the camera head, then mount the adaptor on a tripod using the following mounting screw:

U1 / 4", 20 UNC = 4. 5 - 5. 5 mm (ISO standard)

To attach the supplied tripod adaptor

Attach the supplied tripod to the four M3 screw holes on the bottom of the camera head with the supplied four M3 screws.

Attaching to a Wall or Ceiling

To mount the camera head on a wall or ceiling, attach the camera head with the tripod adaptor to the mounting bracket or suspension bracket using the appropriate screw (U1/4", 20 UNC) that fits the tripod hole of the adaptor.

Connections

Connecting Between the Camera Head and Camera Control Unit

Connect the camera cable connector on the camera head with the CAMERA connector on the camera control unit using the CCMC-20P05/10/30 camera cable (not supplied).

To connect the camera cable to the camera head

① Align the projection of the camera cable connector with the notch on the connector of the camera cable to insert.

To connect the camera cable to the camera control unit

① Align the projection of the CAMERA connector with the notch on the connector of the camera cable to insert.

Notes on connection between the camera head and camera control unit

• Turn off the power supply for all equipment before making any connection. Be sure to turn off the camera when you connect or disconnect the camera cable. Connecting/disconnecting a cable while the power is on may damage the camera.
• Be sure to connect the camera head and camera control unit with the camera cable before you turn on/off the power of the camera. • Make correct connection with the male and female sides of the connectors on the camera cable. Incorrect connection may cause damage to the camera.
• Insert the connectors of the cables properly. Loose connection often generates noise. When pulling out a cable, be sure to pull it out by the connector, not the cable itself.
• The camera control unit is designed to be used with this camera head. Use both together for optimum picture quality.

Connecting the AC Power Cord

Connect the supplied AC power cord to the ~ AC IN socket on the camera control unit.

Connecting to Video Equipment With Composite Video Input Connectors

Connecting to Video Equipment With S-Video Input Connector

Connecting to Video Equipment With RGB Inputs

a) When using a video monitor without a sync signal input connector, the camera can be set to output a sync signal with the G signal or RGB signals.

For details, see "SYSTEM Menu" on page 26.

b) This setup is for connecting to a composite video (VBS) connector. To output separated Y/C signals to the S-video input of video equipment, use a CCMC-9DS camera cable.

For details on switching camera output between VBS (composite video) and Y/C, see "SYSTEM Menu" on page 26.

Connecting to Video Equipment With DV Input Connector

Note

• i.LINK for the camera is especially designed to output signals in DV format. Do not connect to the output connector on the connected equipment.
• The camera cannot control the DVCAM video cassette recorder connected via i.LINK cable, such as for recording, playing and stop operations. Use the relevant buttons on the DVCAM video cassette recorder for the operations.

Connecting Two or More Cameras — Multi-Camera System

Notes

- Perform the following to synchronize the picture tone of the cameras when switching between two or more cameras connected to a video switcher:

- Supply the same sync signal to the VD/SYNC connectors on the camera control unit.

- Adjust the subcarrier and horizontal synchronization phases for all cameras.

For more details, see “Adjusting the Picture Tone in a Multi-Camera System” on page 31.

- Turn on the power of the sync signal generator after all other equipment is switched on.

Connecting to a Remote Control Unit

Operating the camera with the RM-C950 remote control unit

The functions of the following buttons and controls on the remote control unit change as follows, in accordance with the functions of the camera.

Buttons/control on the RM-C950	Button/control names when used with the camera	Function
PRINT □FNTER	R Use when displaying the setting menu selected in the MAIN menu, or use to set the AE window, etc. manually in the menus.
FLASH FILE S	SELECT Use to switch a preset file between A and B.
LONG EXPOSURE ↑	AE AREA SELECT	Used to switch the AE window set in the menu, AE AREA1 or AE AREA2, when AGC or CCD-IRIS is selected.
LONG EXPOSURE ↓	FREEZE Used to store an image in a built-in frame memory. Pressing the button again outputs an image currently shot.
IRIS AE LEVEL	Used to adjust the auto exposure focusing point when the camera is set to AGC or CCD-IRIS mode. When SHUTTER is set to KNOB, this control can be used to adjust the shutter speed and video gain. Turning the control counterclockwise adjusts the shutter speed. Turning it clockwise adjusts the gain level. In KNOB setting, the △ GAIN control does not function.
GAIN △GAIN	Use to change the variable range of gain levels.
FUNCTION ↑	BLACK Use to start the auto black balance adjustment.

Note

The FOCUS and ZOOM controls on the RM-C950 do not function for the camera.

The sheet for the button names when the camera is used with the remote control unit is supplied with the camera. Attach the name sheet to the control panel of the RM-C950.

Connecting to a Computer

This section explains the system for controlling the camera with a computer using an RS-232C command.

a) Use the shielded connecting cable for connecting to a computer.

For more details on RS-232C protocols and cables for connection to a computer, contact your authorized Sony dealer.

Connections for Shooting Using a Flash

This section explains how to connect a slave unit for synchronizing with a strobe.

Note

When connecting a flash unit, set FS/TRIG IN to TRIGGER in the GENERAL menu (page 25) and D-SUB SYNC to WEN-ODD or WEN-EVEN in the SYSTEM menu (page 26).

Connections for Displaying a Freeze Picture Using a Foot Switch

This section explains how to connect an optional foot switch to store an image in the frame memory of this camera and to output the freeze picture to a printer, etc.

Note

• The foot switch must comply with Standard UL2601-1/EN60601-1.
• When connecting a foot switch, set FS/TRIG IN to FS in the GENERAL menu (page 25).
• When you output a freeze picture to a printer, etc., set D-SUB SYNC to WEN-ODD or WEN-EVEN in the SYSTEM menu (page 26).

Precautions

Operating or storage location

Operating or storing the camera in the following locations may cause damage to the camera:

• Extremely hot or cold places (Operating temperature: -5°C to +45°C [23°F to 113°F])
• Exposed in direct sunlight for a long time, or close to heating equipment (e.g., near heaters)
• Close to sources of strong magnetism
• Close to sources of powerful electromagnetic radiation, such as radios or TV transmitters
• Locations subject to strong vibration or shock

Ventilation

To prevent heat buildup, do not block air circulation around the camera.

Transportation

When transporting the camera, repack it as originally packed at the factory or in materials equal in quality.

Cleaning

• Use a blower to remove dust from the lens or optical filter.
• Use a soft, dry cloth to clean the external surfaces of the camera. Stubborn stains can be removed using a soft cloth dampened with a small quantity of detergent solution, then wipe dry.
• Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol, benzene or thinners as they may damage the surface finishes.

Typical CCD Phenomena

The following phenomena may appear on the monitor screen while you are using the DXC-C33/C33P color video camera. These phenomena stem from the high sensitivity of the CCD image sensors, and do not indicate a fault within the camera.

Vertical smear

A “smear” may appear to extend vertically from very bright subjects, as shown below.

This phenomenon is common to CCD imaging elements using an interline transfer system, and is caused when electric charge induced by infrared radiation deep within the photo sensor is transferred to the resistors.

Aliasing

When shooting fine stripes, straight lines or similar patterns, the lines may become slightly jagged.

Blemishes

A CCD image sensor consists of an array of individual picture elements (pixels). A malfunctioning sensor element will show up as a single pixel blemish in the image. This is generally not a problem.

White speckles

When you shoot a poorly illuminated object at a high temperature, small white dots may appear all over the entire screen image.

List of Messages

The following messages may appear on the screen. Take the necessary measures shown below.

Messages while adjusting the white balance automatically

Message Meaning/remedies
WHITE: OK Automatic white balance adjustment has succeeded.
WHITE: NG LEVEL LOW	The video level of the image is too low.Increase the illumination.Widen the iris opening.Increase the video gain.Take the measures above, then press theWHITEbutton.
WHITE: NG LEVEL HIGH	The video level of the image is too high.Remove any brightly illuminated objects.Decrease the illumination.Close the iris opening.Decrease the video gain.Take the measures above, then press theWHITEbutton.
WHITE: NG TEMP LOW	Color temperature is too low.Change the color temperature of the object to the appropriate level.
WHITE: NG TEMP HIGH	Color temperature is too high.Change the color temperature of the object to the appropriate level.
WHITE: NG TRY AGAIN	The camera has failed to adjust the white balance. Add white part to the object shot. Take the measures above, then try again.If the message appears even if you repeat adjustment, the camera needs to be checked. Consult your authorized Sony dealer.

Messages while adjusting the black balance automatically

Message Meaning/remedies
BLACK: OK Automatic black balance adjustment has succeeded.
BLACK: NG IRIS close?	The camera has failed to adjust the black balance. Close the iris opening, then press the BLACK button.
BLACK: NG The camera has failed to adjust the black balance. Check the camera, then press the BLACK button. If the message appears even if you repeat adjustment, the inside of the camera needs to be checked. Consult your authorized Sony dealer.

Messages while adjusting the white balance or black balance automatically

Message Meaning
Now Freeze MODE	The camera is in freeze mode. You cannot make automatic white balance and black balance adjustments.
Now SHUTTER Long Term MODE	The camera is set to long exposure mode. You cannot make automatic white balance and black balance adjustments.
Now TRIGGER MODE	• The camera is set to trigger mode. You cannot make automatic white balance and black balance adjustments.• You cannot store an image in the built-in frame memory using the FREEZE 📄 button.

WEN Pulse Timing Chart

The following is the timing charts of a WEN pulse when D-SUB SYNC is set to WEN-ODD, WEN-EVEN or WEN-NORM, and POLARITY is set to (negative) in the SYSTEM menu.

Specifications

Image system/optical system

Image device 1/3 type CCD, interline transfer type

Effective picture elements

DXC-C33: 768 (horizontal) × 494 (vertical)

DXC-C33P: 752 (horizontal) × 582 (vertical)

Lens mount C-mount

Video system

Synchronization

Internal/external synchronization (VBS, HD/VD), switched automatically

Signal format

DXC-C33: NTSC standard format (EIA standard)

DXC-C33P: PAL standard format (CCIR standard)

Scanning DXC-C33: 525 lines, 2:1 interlace

DXC-C33P: 625 lines, 2:1 interlace

Scanning frequency

DXC-C33: 15.734 kHz (horizontal), 59.94 Hz (vertical)

DXC-C33P: 15.625 kHz (horizontal), 50.00 Hz (vertical)

Functions/performance

Horizontal resolution

850 TV lines

Sensitivity 2000 lux (F8, 3,200K)

Signal-to-noise ratio

DXC-C33: 62 dB

DXC-C33P: 61 dB

Gain control AGC: Automatic Gain Control

STEP: 0-24 dB (in units of 1 dB) HYPER

White balance AWB: R. PAINT, B. PAINT

MANUAL: R. GAIN, B. GAIN

ATW: R. PAINT, B. PAINT

3200K

5600K

Electronic shutter speed

Adjustable in the range from 1/100000 to about 8.0 sec. (adjustable with CCD IRIS)

Linear matrix ON/OFF switchable

Gamma compensation

ON/OFF switchable

Charge accumulation mode

Switchable between field and frame mode

Inputs/outputs

Video output signals

Composite video: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

R/G/B: 1.0 Vp-p (75 ohms at R/G/B on Sync)

Y: 1 Vp-p (75 ohms)

Y/C: 1 Vp-p, same level as VBS chroma (75 ohms)

SYNC: 2 Vp-p (75 ohms)

External sync input

VBS/BS, HD/VD

(VBS 1 Vp-p or Burst

0.3 Vp-p, SYNC 0.3 Vp-p or

HD/VD 4.0 Vp-p, 75 ohms)

Input/output connectors

VIDEO OUTPUT: BNC, 75 ohms, unbalanced

HD: BNC, 75 ohms, unbalanced

VD/SYNC: BNC, 75 ohms, unbalanced

Power supply 100–240 V AC, 50/60 Hz

Current consumption

0.35-0.2 A

Power consumption

Max. 18 W

Operating temperature

-5°C to +45°C (23°F to +113°F)

Operating humidity

20% to 80% (free of condensation)

Operating pressure

700 hPa to 1,060 hPa

Storage and transport temperature

-20°C to +60°C (-4°F to +140°F)

Storage and transport humidity

20% to 90% (free of condensation)

Storage and transport pressure

700 hPa to 1,060 hPa

Dimensions Camera head: 32 × 38 × 40 mm (1

5/16 × 1-1/2 × 1-5/8 inches) (w/h/d) (not including the projecting part)

Camera control unit: 200 × 88 ×

242 mm (7-1/8 × 3-1/2 × 9-5/8

inches) (w/h/d) (not including

the projecting part)

Mass Camera head: Approx. 48 g (1.7 oz)

Camera control unit: 2.5 kg (5 lb 10 oz)

Supplied accessories

Lens mount cap (1)

Tripod adaptor (1)

M3 screws (4)

AC power cord (1)

Name sheet for the buttons on the RM-C950 (1)

Instructions for Use (1)

Warranty card (1) (DXC-C33 only)

Sales companies' guide (1) (DXC-C33P only)

Medical specifications

Protection against electric shock

Class I

Protection against harmful ingress of water: Ordinary

Degree of safety in the presence of flammable anesthetics or oxygen

Not suitable for use in the presence of flammable anesthetics or oxygen

Mode of operation

Continuous

Optional Accessories

Lenses

VCL-08WM C-mount lens (f = 8 mm)

VCL-16WM C-mount lens (f = 16 mm)

VCL-20WM C-mount lens (f = 20 mm)

Remote control unit

RM-C950 remote control unit (connecting cable supplied)

Microscope adaptor

MVA-15

MVAC-33-N

MVAC-33-O

MVAC-33-SM

Camera Cable

CCMC-20P05 (5 m (16 feet))

CCMC-20P10 (10 m (32 feet))

CCMC-20P30 (30 m (98 feet))

D-sub connector cable

CCXC-9DB (D-sub ↔ BNC × 5)

CCXC-9DD (D-sub ↔ D-sub)

CCMC-9DS (D-sub ↔ BNC × 4, S-video connector)

CCMC-9DSMN (D-sub ↔ BNC × 3, phono jack, S-video connector)

Dimensions — Camera head

Front

Side

Unit: mm (inches)

Dimensions — Camera control unit

Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

Appendix

Menu Configuration

The menus of the camera are configured as described below.

For detailed information, see pages in parentheses. The initial settings of each item are bolded.

* Displayed only when DETAIL or LINEAR MATRIX is set to TARGET.

* Displayed only when an external sync signal is input.

WARNING

1. Use the approved Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug with earthing-contacts that conforms to the safety regulations of each country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (3-core mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug conforming to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere). If you have questions on the use of the above Power Cord / Appliance Connector / Plug, please consult a qualified service personnel.

Installation and connection

Installation 33

EFFECT

MODE

DETAIL

FILE SELECT

AWB : R. PAINT, B. PAINT

MANUAL: R. GAIN, B. GAIN

ATW : R. PAINT, B. PAINT

3200K

5600K

Unit: mm (inches)

Front

TOP

Unit: mm (inches)

**CCD: Charge-Coupled Device

MODE

DXC-C33P: 15,625 kHz

(horizontal), 50.00 Hz (vertical)

Functions/Performance

MANUAL: R. GAIN, B. GAIN

ATW: R. PAINT, B. PAINT

3200 K

5600 K

REMOTE: Mini-DIN, 8-pin

FS/TRIG IN: Stereo mini jack

RGB/SYNC: D-Sub, 9-pin

General

Power supply

① Lens mount

EFFECT

MODE

DETAIL

FILE SELECT

AWB: R. PAINT, B. PAINT

MANUAL: R. GAIN, B. GAIN

ATW: R. PAINT, B. PAINT

3200K

5600K

CCMC-20P05 (5 m (16 ft))

CCMC-20P10 (10 m (32 ft))

CCMC-20P30 (30 m (98 ft))

D-sub connector cable

CCXC-9DB (D-sub ↔ BNC × 5)

CCXC-9DD (D-sub ↔ D-sub)

CCMC-9DS (D-sub ↔ BNC × 4, S-video connector)