This document describes a 10.1" Full HD Field Monitor designed for professional broadcasting kits, offering support for 4K HDMI input and output. The monitor integrates advanced circuits and a high-quality new HD IPS LCD panel, ensuring low power consumption and stable performance. It is a portable and lightweight solution, ideal for use as a viewfinder and video monitor equipment in various professional settings.
Function Description:
The monitor serves as a versatile display for professional video production, supporting a wide range of video inputs and outputs including 3G-SDI (optional), HDMI, YPbPr, and composite video. It also features audio input (L/R) and provides both speaker and earphone output for monitoring sound. The device is equipped with advanced features to assist in image analysis and adjustment, making it suitable for critical monitoring tasks.
Key functions include:
- Image Analysis Tools: Focus Assist, Zebra, False Color, Histogram (optional), Check Field (Red, Green, Blue, Mono), Over Exposure, and Exposure Level. These tools help users achieve accurate focus, proper exposure, and correct color balance during shooting and post-production.
- Image Adjustment and Display: Pixel to Pixel mapping, Image Zoom-in, Anamorphic Mode, Image Flip (H, V, H/V), Image Freeze, and Image Nine Grid. These features provide flexibility in how the image is viewed and analyzed on the screen.
- Display Customization: Users can adjust Brightness, Contrast, Tint, Saturation, and Color Temperature to suit specific viewing preferences or environmental conditions. Pre-set picture modes (Dynamic, Standard, Mild, User) are also available.
- Markers and Safe Frames: The monitor offers various Marker Types, Safe Frames (80%, 85%, 90%, 93%, 96%, 2.35:1), and a Center Marker to assist with framing and composition. Ratio Markers (4:3, 13:9, 14:9, 15:9, 16:9, 1.85:1, 2.35:1) with adjustable color and width are also provided.
- OSD (On-Screen Display) Control: The OSD menu allows for comprehensive control over all monitor settings, including language selection, aspect ratio, no signal display options (White Screen, Blue Screen, Red Screen, Green Screen, Black Screen), OSD transparency, and OSD position.
- TALLY System: Integrated TALLY indicator connection with support for Green, Red, and Yellow signals, crucial for multi-camera setups in live production environments.
Usage Features:
The monitor is designed for ease of use and adaptability in diverse shooting conditions.
- Intuitive Controls: The front panel features dedicated buttons for selecting video inputs (VIDEO, YPbPr, HDMI, SDI) and six user-definable function buttons (F1-F6) for quick access to frequently used features. Rotary buttons are provided for direct adjustment of image Saturation, Brightness, Contrast, and Volume, as well as for navigating the OSD menu.
- Power Flexibility: The monitor offers multiple power options to cater to different scenarios. It can be powered by a 12V DC adapter, a 4-Pin XLR interface for power supplied from a camera, or various battery types via an installed battery plate. This makes it suitable for both studio and outdoor use, especially in high sunlight conditions or locations without readily available power. Supported battery types include Sony F970 series, Canon LP-E6, Panasonic D28S series, Sony U60 series, Sony V-mount, and Panasonic Anton Bauer batteries.
- Installation Versatility: The monitor can be easily installed using various hot shoe mounts, brackets, and includes 1/4 inch standard bracket mounting screw holes on the left, right, and bottom. An external sunshade is provided to enhance sunlight readability, making it practical for outdoor shooting.
- Firmware Upgrades: A USB upgrades port is available for future firmware updates, ensuring the monitor remains current with new features and improvements. A hidden upgrade interface behind the battery plate is also mentioned, requiring removal of the battery plate for access.
- Camera Mode Shortcut: A shortcut button for Camera Mode (Off, 480P, 1080i) allows for quick switching between common camera display settings.
- Audio Monitoring: In addition to the earphone jack, a built-in speaker provides convenient audio monitoring.
Maintenance Features:
Proper care and maintenance are emphasized to ensure the longevity and optimal performance of the monitor.
- Handling Precautions: Users are advised to avoid heavy impact and dropping the product. The screen, being made of glass, requires careful handling to prevent breakage.
- Ventilation: It is crucial not to cover the vents and holes on the enclosure and to avoid placing the machine on soft surfaces like beds, sofas, or rugs to ensure proper ventilation and prevent overheating, which can reduce service life.
- Environmental Considerations: The monitor should be kept away from heat sources such as radiators, water heaters, and stoves. Prolonged exposure to direct sunlight should also be avoided as it can damage the LCD screen.
- Cleaning Instructions: For the LCD screen, users should refrain from using hard objects, forcing wipes, chemical solutions, or spraying detergents directly. A clean, soft cloth should be used for wiping, ensuring no water remains on the screen. For the plastic cover, chemical solutions, volatile substances, rubber, and hard casing cleaners should be avoided; a clean, soft cloth is recommended.
- Power Supply: Only qualified adapters should be used. If using other adapters, ensure they meet the specified power requirements (DC6V-36V, not less than 12W). Correct input polarity (Positive with respect to the picture) must be observed to prevent damage.
- Self-Repair Prohibition: Users are explicitly warned not to disassemble or repair the unit themselves, as it may damage the product and there are no adjustable components inside.
- Troubleshooting Guide: The manual includes a troubleshooting section to help users address common issues such as no image display, abnormal image/color display, and lack of speaker sound. This guide provides practical steps to identify and resolve problems, or to determine when professional assistance is needed.
- Product Improvement Notice: The manufacturer notes that product features and performance are continuously being improved, and specifications may change without prior notice.
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