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Hitachi Z-HD5000 User Manual

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Z-HD5000
OPERATING INSTRUCTIONS
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Hitachi Z-HD5000 Specifications

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BrandHitachi
ModelZ-HD5000
CategoryCamcorder
LanguageEnglish

Summary

IMPORTANT NOTICE

US FCC Compliance

Tests and findings regarding FCC Rules for Class A digital devices, designed for commercial environments.

Canadian Regulations

Compliance with Canadian radio noise emission limits for digital apparatus.

Warranty and Service Information

Details on the guarantee period, exclusions, repair policies, and liability limitations.

Warnings and cautions when using

General Warnings

Covers viewfinder lens hazard, power supply, disassembly, foreign objects, and location selection.

Handling Precautions

Guidelines for connecting/disconnecting cables, transporting, using tripods, and cleaning.

CCD Characteristic Phenomena

Explains innate CCD phenomena like Smear and Fixed pattern, not malfunctions.

Optical Fiber Cable Handling

Precautions for handling fiber-optic patch cables to maintain signal quality.

Facility names and functions A

Camera Body Features

Identifies accessory shoe, viewfinder lock screw, lens mount, and shoulder pad.

Viewfinder & Attachment

Details the viewfinder attachment and shoulder belt hook.

Control Buttons & Switches

Describes the CALL button, POWER switch, and Filter knob.

Facility names and functions B

Viewfinder and CCU Connectors

Details connectors for the viewfinder and the Camera Control Unit (CCU).

Video Output and Remote Control Connectors

Identifies HD-SDI outputs, remote control, and prompt connectors.

Other Connectors and Buttons

Describes the RET button, AC230V OUT, and shoulder belt hook.

Facility names and functions C

Microphone and Lens Connectors

Details the MIC connector and the LENS connector.

Shutter and White Balance Controls

Describes the SHUTTER switch and AUTO W/B BAL switch.

Intercom and Menu Controls

Explains intercom controls and the MENU SELECT knob/button.

Facility names and functions D

Indicators and Function Switches

Covers POWER LED, CS-2, FILTER, ECC, and CS-1/CHECK switches.

Camera Mode Controls

Details GAIN, OUTPUT/AUTO KNEE, and WHITE BAL switches.

Menu and Power Controls

Describes the MENU button and the POWER switch.

Facility names and functions E

Custom Function Switches

Describes the CS switch for custom functions.

Tally Indicators and Controls

Explains TALLY ON/OFF switch and RED/GREEN TALLY LED.

Return Video Signal Switches

Details switches for selecting return video signals (RET1/2).

Facility Controls E

Intercom Level and Talk Controls

Manages intercom volume, talk function, and mic modes.

Intercom System Input Selection

Selects PD or ENG input for external intercom system.

Auxiliary Connectors

Describes SCRIPT connector and RET CONT connector.

Facility names and functions F

Microphone Input Connectors and Controls

Details DC IN connector, MIC SEL switch, MIC connectors and MIC power.

Video Output Connector

Identifies the HD-SDI 1 output connector.

Lens installation

Lens Installation Procedure

Step-by-step guide for mounting a lens onto the camera.

Lens Adjustment Notes

Notes on required adjustments like flange back and white shading.

Lens flange back adjustment

Flange Back Adjustment Procedure

Detailed steps for adjusting the lens flange back for precise focus.

Adjustment Notes

Additional notes and references for lens adjustment.

White shading adjustment

White Shading Adjustment Procedure

Steps for optimizing camera vertical coloration after lens replacement.

Menu Adjustment Steps

Instructions for performing white shading via the maintenance menu.

Adjustment Notes

Notes on limitations and potential coloration after adjustment.

Camera adapter installation

Installation Procedure

Steps for aligning and securing the camera adapter.

Installation Caution

Warning to tighten screws fully to prevent adapter wobble.

Tripod mounting

Mounting Procedure

Steps for attaching the camera to a tripod using the adapter.

Detaching Procedure

Instructions for removing the camera from the tripod adapter.

Mounting Cautions

Warnings regarding weight capacity and screw hole usage.

5-inch viewfinder attachment

Installation Procedure

Steps for attaching the 5-inch viewfinder using the adapter.

Second Installation Step

Instructions for inserting and securing the viewfinder into the slot.

Removal Procedure

Steps for disconnecting and removing the viewfinder and adapter.

Viewfinder adjustment

Viewfinder Installation

Steps for mounting the viewfinder onto the camera body.

Position adjustment

Adjusting horizontal, vertical, and depth positions for comfort.

Eyepiece angle adjustment

Adjusting the vertical angle of the eyepiece for comfortable viewing.

Viewfinder Display and Visibility

Visibility adjustment

Fine-tuning focus for individual preference using the visibility ring.

Screen adjustments

Controls for Brightness, Contrast, and Peaking on the viewfinder screen.

Viewfinder Warnings

Safety warnings regarding sun exposure through the eyepiece lens.

Viewfinder indications

Viewfinder LED Indicators

Describes the meaning of TALLY, EXT, and MODE LEDs in the viewfinder.

Viewfinder Screen Status Display

Explains status messages shown on the viewfinder screen.

Filter selection

Filter Setting

Guidance on selecting optical filters for correct white balance.

White and black balance adjustment

White Balance Procedure

Procedure for adjusting white balance, including steps and conditions.

White Balance Error Messages

Lists potential error messages during auto white balance and their corrections.

Black Balance Procedure

Procedure for adjusting black balance, including steps and conditions.

Black Balance Error Messages

Lists potential error messages during auto black balance and their corrections.

Gray Scale Auto Setup

Gray Scale Auto Setup

Procedure for auto-adjusting parameters using a gray scale chart.

Electronic shutter setting

Shutter modes

Describes selectable electronic shutter modes and their applications.

Shutter mode and speed settings

Procedure for changing shutter speed and mode.

LOCK SCAN mode

Instructions for using LOCK SCAN mode to avoid monitor flicker.

Setup card

Setup Card Basics

Covers handling, insertion, removal, notes, and cautions for SD memory cards.

Setup Card Operations

Details loading, saving, clearing data, and viewing results.

Setup Card Status and Errors

Explains status flowcharts, error indications, and handling faulty cards.

Function Menu

Menu Overview and Navigation

Describes menu methods, operation, navigation, structure, and displays.

VF Menu Settings

Details VF structure, markers, display settings, and related controls.

COLOR and DETAIL Menu Settings

Covers COLOR and DETAIL menu structures and adjustment sub-menus.

MAINTENANCE, System, and Other Settings

Covers MAINTENANCE, SYSTEM, TIME/DATE, and OTHERS menus.

Advanced and Specialized Functions

Covers CHECK, RLAC, FILE, CUSTOM SW, Auto Setup, Picture Quality, Skin Tone.

Specifications

Camera Head Specifications

Technical specifications for the Z-HD5000 camera head.

Fiber and Triax Adapter Specifications

Specifications for the CA-HF1000 and CX-HD1000 adapters.

Viewfinder Specifications

Viewfinder Specifications

Details for 2-inch, 5-inch, 7-inch, and 9-inch viewfinders.

Dimension Drawings

Dimension Drawings

Diagrams showing the dimensions of camera heads and viewfinders.

Viewfinder Dimensions

VF-L90HD Dimensions

Dimensional drawing for the VF-L90HD viewfinder.

VF-HD500 Dimensions

Dimensional drawing for the VF-HD500 viewfinder.

HDF-700 Dimensions

VF HDF-700 Dimensions

Dimensional drawing for the VF HDF-700 viewfinder.

Studio system operation

Connection with system

Diagram illustrating system connections for fiber and triax setups.

Power select switch setting

Explanation of the POWER switch positions (EXT, CCU).

Service information

Connector Pin Diagrams

Pin configurations for LENS, REMOTE, DC IN, and MIC connectors.

Intercom, Script, and Control Connectors

Pin details for Intercom, Script, and RET CONT connectors.

Power Output Connector and Safety Caution

Describes AC230V OUT connector and safety warning.

Application note: Connecting prompter power

Summary

Location of the prompter power connector on the Camera Adaptor CA-HF1000.

How to connect

Details on parts, Hitachi code, pinout, and connection notes.

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