AJHVF21G - Camcorder PANASONIC - Free user manual and instructions

USER MANUAL AJHVF21G PANASONIC

The interior of this product contains high-voltage components. Do not disassemble the product.

Do not point the eyepiece directly at the sun. Operating precaution Operation near any appliance which generates strong magnetic fields may give rise to noise in the video and audio signals. If this should be the case, deal with the situation by, for instance, moving the source of the magnetic fields away from the unit before operation. indicates safety information. Precautions for Use (General)

• TO REDUCE THE RISK OF FIRE OR SHOCK HAZARD, KEEP THIS EQUIPMENT AWAY FROM ALL LIQUIDS. USE AND STORE ONLY IN LOCATIONS WHICH ARE NOT EXPOSED TO THE RISK OF DRIPPING OR SPLASHING LIQUIDS, AND DO NOT PLACE ANY LIQUID CONTAINERS ON TOP OF THE EQUIPMENT. FCC Note: 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.

• To assure continued FCC emission limit compliance, the user must use only shielded interface cables when connecting to external units. Also, any unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment could void the user’s authority to operate it. This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ1E-2 ENGLISH Notice (U.S.A.only): This product utilizes both a Cathode Ray Tube (CRT) and other components that contain lead. Disposal of these materials may be regulated in your community due to environmental considerations. For disposal or recycling information, please contact your local authorities, or the Electronics Industries Alliance: <http://www.eiae.org.> Contents Features p. 3
• Parts and Their Functions p. 3
• For cameras compatible with the standard slide rail p. 6
• Mounting the Viewfinder p. 6
• Adjusting the viewfinder’s left-right position p. 7
• Adjusting the viewfinder’s front-back position p. 7
• Detaching the Viewfinder p. 8
• For cameras compatible with the mounting unit p. 9
• Mounting the Viewfinder p. 10
• Detaching the Viewfinder p. 10
• Position Adjustment p. 11
• Diopter Adjustment p. 12
• Screen Adjustment p. 12
• Detaching the Eyepiece p. 13
• Mounting the Microphone p. 14
• Specifications indicates safety information. Precautions for Use (For USA) Notice (For Canada) THIS CLASS A DIGITAL APPRATUS COMPLIES WITH CANADIAN ICES-003. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ2E-3 Parts and Their Functions Displays a zebra pattern inside the viewfinder. ON: Displays a zebra pattern. OFF: No zebra pattern displayed. The details of the display, such as the type of zebra pattern, will differ depending on the camera used with the viewfinder. Refer to the instruction manual of the camera for details. ZEBRA (Zebra Pattern) Switch p. 15

Controls the front tally lamp. HIGH: Makes the front tally lamp brighter. OFF: Turns the front tally lamp off. LOW: Makes the front tally lamp dimmer. TALLY Switch

The high-resolution CRT delivers superb picture sharpness, making focusing easier.

The low-flare CRT makes the screen clear and easy on the eyes.

The large eyepiece aperture makes it possible to see the screen even when holding the viewfinder at some distance from your eye.

The eyepiece is easily detachable.

The image system can be switched between 1080/60 fields and 1080/50 fields depending on the control signal from the camera. (AJ-HVF21G only)

01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ3E-4 ENGLISH Lights when the camera is shooting and the TALLY switch is set to HIGH or LOW. Also, flashes on and off as a warning indication, in the same manner as the REC lamp, inside the viewfinder. The brightness of the front tally lamp is controlled by the setting of the TALLY switch (HIGH or LOW). Front Tally Lamp

This is used to attach and remove the viewfinder. Viewfinder stopper

Lights when the camera is shooting. Also, flashes on and off as a warning indication, in the same manner as the REC lamp inside the viewfinder. The back tally lamp is hidden when the lever is in the OFF position. Back Tally Lamp

Adjust this control to match the vision of the person using the camera so that the image on the screen in the viewfinder is as clear as possible. Diopter Adjustment Ring

Parts and Their Functions Adjusts the brightness of the screen inside the viewfinder. The setting of this control has no effect on the output signal of the camera. BRIGHT (Brightness) Knob

Adjusts the outlines of the images in the viewfinder to make focusing easier. The setting of this control has no effect on the output signal of the camera. PEAKING Knob

Adjusts the contrast of the screen inside the viewfinder. The setting of this control has no effect on the output signal of the camera. CONTRAST Knob

01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ4E-5 Parts and Their Functions The lamp and picture tube indications will differ depending on the camera used with the viewfinder. Refer to the instruction manual of the camera for details. Internal LEDs TALLY / REC BATT SAVE 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ5E-6 ENGLISH Camera model numberViewfinder model number For cameras compatible with the standard slide rail AJ-HVF21GAJ-HDX400AJ-HDX400PAJ-HVF27BGAJ-HDC27HAJ-HDC27HPAJ-HDC27HEAJ-HDC27HMC Mounting the Viewfinder

While pulling up the viewfinder stopper, attach the viewfinder by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

Insert the plug into the connection jack of the viewfinder. <Note> Be sure to insert the plug all the way into the connection jack.

Confirm that the POWER switch of the camera is “OFF”. Viewfinder stopperLoosen the ring.

Tighten the viewfinder left-right position anchoring ring. The following cameras support the standard slide rail. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ6E-7 For cameras compatible with the standard slide rail Adjusting the viewfinder’s left-right position

Slide the viewfinder to the left or right, and adjust it to a position that allows easy viewing.

Tighten the viewfinder front-back position anchoring ring.

Slide the viewfinder to the front or back, and adjust it to a position that allows easy viewing.

While pulling up the viewfinder stopper, remove the viewfinder by sliding it in the direction of the arrow.

Release the viewfinder cable and mic cable from the cable clamps, and disconnect the cables.

Confirm that the POWER switch of the camera is “OFF”. Viewfinder stopperTighten the ring. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ8E-9

Changing from the slide rail to the mounting unit

Secure the mounting unit in place with the two screws. For cameras compatible with the mounting unit Slide railScrewsScrewsMounting unitCamera model numberViewfinder model numberAJ-HVF21GAJ-HDC20AAJ-HDC20APAJ-HVF27BGAJ-HDC27FAJ-HDC27FPAJ-HDC27FEAJ-HDC27FMC The standard slide rail can be removed and replaced with the mounting unit (VYQ1818). To purchase the mounting unit, consult your dealer while bearing in mind that this unit is a repair part. The following cameras support the mounting unit. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ9E-10 ENGLISH For cameras compatible with the mounting unit Mounting the Viewfinder Stopper screw Detaching the Viewfinder Stopper screw

Push the viewfinder down into place.

Tighten the stopper screw firmly.

Insert the plug into the connection jack of the viewfinder. <Note> Be sure to insert the plug all the way into the connection jack.

Confirm that the POWER switch of the camera is “OFF”.

Disconnect the connection jack from the viewfinder cable connector.

Loosen the stopper screw and detach the viewfinder by pulling it straight up. <Note> Use both hands to detach the viewfinder. The viewfinder may not detach smoothly with one hand, resulting in damage to the viewfinder.

Confirm that the POWER switch of the camera is “OFF”. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ10E-11 For cameras compatible with the mounting unit Position Adjustment LeverViewfinder

Adjust the position of the viewfinder by moving it forward, backward, left or right.

Set the POWER switch of the camera to “ON”. A picture will appear in the viewfinder.

Set the POWER switch of the camera to “ON”.

Set the OUTPUT switch of the camera to “BAR”.

Turn the viewfinder BRIGHT and CONTRAST controls to adjust the picture brightness and contrast. Turning the PEAKING control makes the picture appear sharper. A sharper picture facilitates focusing the lens.

Turn the diopter adjustment ring to adjust the diopter so that the viewfinder picture can be clearly seen. Diopter Adjustment Ring 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ12E-13 Detaching the Eyepiece If dust has adhered to the CRT screen or mirror, detach the eyepiece and remove it. <Note> Do not wipe the mirror surface under any circumstances as it has been specially treated. Dust which has adhered to the mirror should be blown away with a blower, etc.

Turn the lock ring as far as possible in the clockwise and counterclockwise directions to line up the alignment marks on the lock ring and viewfinder barrel.

Detach the eyepiece. Remounting the Eyepiece

1. Line up the alignment marks on the lock ring and the viewfinder barrel and slide the

eyepiece back into place.

2. Turn the lock ring clockwise as far as the position.

Mount the microphone.

Plug the microphone connector cable into the MIC IN jack. ViewfinderMicrophoneholder 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ14E-15 Power supply: DC 12 V (supplied by camera) Power consumption: 3.8 W (AJ-HVF21G)

inches) Weight: 750 g (1.65 lb) indicates safety information. Weight and dimentions when shown are approximately. Specifications are subject to change without notice.

01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ15E-16 ENGLISH Information on Disposal for Users of Waste Electrical & Electronic Equipment (private households) This symbol on the products and/or accompanying documents means that used electrical and electronic products should not be mixed with general household waste. For proper treatment, recovery and recycling, please take these products to designated collection points, where they will be accepted on a free of charge basis. Alternatively, in some countries you may be able to return your products to your local retailer upon the purchase of an equivalent new product. Disposing of this product correctly will help to save valuable resources and prevent any potential negative effects on human health and the environment which could otherwise arise from inappropriate waste handling. Please contact your local authority for further details of your nearest designated collection point. Penalties may be applicable for incorrect disposal of this waste, in accordance with national legislation. For business users in the European Union If you wish to discard electrical and electronic equipment, please contact your dealer or supplier for further information. Information on Disposal in other Countries outside the European Union This symbol is only valid in the European Union. If you wish to discard this product, please contact your local authorities or dealer and ask for the correct method of disposal. 01.21G/27G英(17)06.4.611:50ページ16G-1 Vorsicht: