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Sony HDC3100 - User Manual

Sony HDC3100
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Operating Instructions
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© 2018 Sony Corporation
4-745-633-11 (1)
Fiber Color Camera
HDC3100
Triax Color Camera
HDC3170
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Summary

Overview

Supported Formats

Camera supports 1080-59.94i, 1080-50i, 720-59.94P, and 720-50P formats as standard.

System Configuration

Connection Example (Optical Fiber)

Illustrates system setup using optical fiber connection for HDC3100.

Digital Triax Connection Example

Camera Parts and Attachments

Accessory Attachment Points

Details various attachment points for accessories on the camera body.

Viewfinder and Shoulder Pad Adjustment

Instructions for attaching viewfinder and adjusting shoulder pad position.

Controls and Connectors

Front Right Controls

Details buttons, switches, and knobs on the right side of the camera.

Camera Control Interfaces

Front Left and Rear Controls

Covers connectors, buttons, and switches on the front left and rear panels.

Operation Panel Details

Intercom and Operator Controls

Settings for intercom levels, line selection, and operator functions.

Connector Panel Overview

Details the EARPHONE jack and other connectors on the operation panel.

Camera Connector Interface Details

USB, Remote, and Power Connectors

Covers USB, Remote, Tracker, DC IN/OUT, and Intercom connectors.

Video, Audio, and Signal Connectors

Describes PROMPTER/GENLOCK, TEST OUT, SDI MONI, and Audio connectors.

Preparations for Use

Lens Attachment and Flange Focal Length

Steps for attaching a lens and adjusting flange focal length for optimal focus.

Viewfinder Attachment

Instructions for mounting a viewfinder onto the camera.

Viewfinder and Cable Management

Viewfinder Position Adjustment

Guide to adjusting viewfinder position for optimal viewing comfort.

Cable Clamp Belt Installation

Instructions for attaching the supplied cable clamp belt.

Camera Mounting and Balance

Shoulder Pad and Tripod Mounting

Adjusting shoulder pad for balance and mounting camera to a tripod.

Adjustments and Settings for Shooting

Black and White Balance Adjustment

Procedures for maintaining picture quality via black and white balance adjustments.

White Balance and Black Balance Procedures

Automatic Black Balance Adjustment

Detailed steps and notes for automatic black balance adjustment.

Automatic White Balance Adjustment

Detailed steps for automatic white balance adjustment.

Electronic Shutter and Focus Assist

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Explains shutter modes, speeds, and selection procedures.

Adding VF Detail Signal

Enhances viewfinder detail for easier focus checking.

Focus Assist Functions

Color Detail Enhancement

Customizing VF detail signal color for improved focus visibility.

Focus Assist Indicator Usage

Guides on displaying and using the focus assist indicator.

Setting the Focus Position Meter

Using the Focus Position Meter

Describes graphical display of registered and current focus positions.

Setting Camera Outputs

Outputting Camera Picture Signal

Configuring SDI OUT and TEST OUT for camera picture output.

Outputting Return Video Signal

How to output a return video signal from the camera when CCU is connected.

Viewfinder Screen Status Display

Display Settings and Options

Explains display items and viewfinder output mirroring.

Outputting 3 G SDI Signals

Describes how to output 3G SDI signals for specific formats.

Menu Operations Overview

Starting Menu Operations

Procedures to enter and navigate camera menus using the viewfinder screen.

Accessing the TOP MENU Screen

How to access the main menu structure from the camera.

Selecting Menu Pages

Navigating Contents Pages

How to navigate and select specific pages within a menu.

Changing Displayed Menu Pages

Steps to flip through pages within a menu section.

Setting Menu Items and Editing USER Menu

Specifying Character Strings

How to enter text strings for items like file IDs.

Factory-Set USER Menu Pages

Lists the default pages pre-registered in the USER menu.

USER Menu Customization (Items)

Adding Items to a USER Menu Page

Steps to insert new items into a USER menu page.

USER Menu Customization (Pages)

Adding a Page to the USER Menu

Procedure to add a new page to the USER menu.

Managing USER Menu Pages

Deleting a Page from the USER Menu

Steps to remove a page from the USER menu.

Reordering USER Menu Pages

Menu List Overview

OPERATION Menu Structure

Detailed list of items within the OPERATION menu.

Menu Structure Details

Cursor and Headset Mic Settings

Configuration options for cursor and headset microphone.

PAINT Menu - Video Levels and Color

SW Status and Video Level Adjustments

Settings for SW status like FLARE, GAMMA, and video levels.

Color Temperature and Gamma Controls

Adjustments for color temperature, white balance, and gamma.

PAINT Menu - Black Gamma and Knee

Black Gamma and Saturation Controls

Adjustments for black gamma, saturation, and related parameters.

Knee and White Clip Adjustments

Configuration for knee, white clip, and auto knee functions.

PAINT Menu - Detail and Skin Tone

Detail Level Adjustments

Settings for detail level, limiter, crisp, and level depend.

Skin Tone Detail Settings

Adjustments for skin detail, skin gate, and natural skindtl.

PAINT Menu - Matrix and Shutter

User and Multi Matrix Settings

Settings for user/multi matrix phase, hue, sat, gate, and clear.

Shutter Speed Configuration

Settings for shutter speed selection and ECS frequency.

PAINT Menu - Noise Suppression

Noise Suppression Settings

Adjustments for noise suppression levels.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Setup and Shading

Auto Setup and White Shading

Controls for auto black, auto white, auto level, and white shading.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Matrix and Iris

Black Shading and OHB Matrix Controls

Settings for black shading and OHB matrix.

Auto Iris Configuration

Configuration for auto iris window, override, and level.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Lens Settings

Lens 1 and Lens 2 Settings

Settings for lens 1 and lens 2, including iris, AF, and focus modes.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Audio and Tally

Microphone Gain and Camera Number

Controls for microphone gain levels and camera number settings.

Call and Tally Signal Configuration

Settings for CCU call, camera call, tally guard, and extender.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Output Formats

Output Format and Test Output Settings

Settings for current output format and test output signals.

MAINTENANCE Menu - SDI and Trunk

SDI Output and Trunk Interface Settings

Settings for SDI output, character, audio, and trunk interface.

MAINTENANCE Menu - System and Date

Genlock and Date;Time Configuration

Settings for genlock synchronization, phase, format, and date/time.

Battery and Other System Options

Controls for battery alarm, fan mode, and white setup.

FILE Menu - Operator and Scene Files

Operator File Management

Managing operator files from USB or presets.

Scene File Operations

Storing and reading scene files (paint data).

FILE Menu - Reference and Lens Files

Reference File Management

Storing and reading reference files, including factory presets.

Lens File Management

Managing lens files, including center marker settings.

FILE Menu - Matrix and Cursor Files

Matrix File Management

Storing and reading custom preset matrix files.

Box Cursor File Management

Managing box cursor files, including entry and transfer.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - Optical and Board Status

Optical Level and Board Status Display

Displays optical level status and board component status.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - ROM Version and Serial Number

ROM Version and Serial Number Information

Displays ROM version, serial number, model, and effective function.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - Power Supply Status

Power Supply Status Details

Displays camera input voltage and consumption status.

Appendix - Precautions

General Safety and Operational Precautions

Covers laser beams, shocks, environment, condensation, and consumables.

Image Sensor Phenomena Notes

Discusses white flecks and flicker as normal image sensor characteristics.

Appendix - Interference and Triax Transmission

Preventing Electromagnetic Interference

Advice on minimizing interference from portable communication devices.

Digital Triax Transmission Characteristics

Details on triax transmission, including error correction and signal delay.

Appendix - Error Messages and USB Drive Usage

Understanding Error Messages

Explains various error messages and their causes.

USB Drive Connectivity and Recommendations

Guide to using USB drives and recommended models.

Specifications Overview

General Specifications

Basic specs like power, temperature, mass, and dimensions.

Imager and Electrical Characteristics

Details on imager type and electrical specs like sensitivity.

Camera Specifications and Connectivity

Optical System and Input;Output Connectors

Info on spectral system, filters, and all camera connectors.

Optional Accessories and Related Equipment

Lists compatible accessories and related equipment for the camera.

Camera Dimensions

HDC3100 Dimensions

Technical drawings showing dimensions for the HDC3100 camera.

HDC3170 Dimensions

Technical drawings showing dimensions for the HDC3170 camera.

Open Software Licenses

MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License

Details the MPEG-4 Visual license terms for personal use.

Summary

Overview

Supported Formats

Camera supports 1080-59.94i, 1080-50i, 720-59.94P, and 720-50P formats as standard.

System Configuration

Connection Example (Optical Fiber)

Illustrates system setup using optical fiber connection for HDC3100.

Digital Triax Connection Example

Camera Parts and Attachments

Accessory Attachment Points

Details various attachment points for accessories on the camera body.

Viewfinder and Shoulder Pad Adjustment

Instructions for attaching viewfinder and adjusting shoulder pad position.

Controls and Connectors

Front Right Controls

Details buttons, switches, and knobs on the right side of the camera.

Camera Control Interfaces

Front Left and Rear Controls

Covers connectors, buttons, and switches on the front left and rear panels.

Operation Panel Details

Intercom and Operator Controls

Settings for intercom levels, line selection, and operator functions.

Connector Panel Overview

Details the EARPHONE jack and other connectors on the operation panel.

Camera Connector Interface Details

USB, Remote, and Power Connectors

Covers USB, Remote, Tracker, DC IN/OUT, and Intercom connectors.

Video, Audio, and Signal Connectors

Describes PROMPTER/GENLOCK, TEST OUT, SDI MONI, and Audio connectors.

Preparations for Use

Lens Attachment and Flange Focal Length

Steps for attaching a lens and adjusting flange focal length for optimal focus.

Viewfinder Attachment

Instructions for mounting a viewfinder onto the camera.

Viewfinder and Cable Management

Viewfinder Position Adjustment

Guide to adjusting viewfinder position for optimal viewing comfort.

Cable Clamp Belt Installation

Instructions for attaching the supplied cable clamp belt.

Camera Mounting and Balance

Shoulder Pad and Tripod Mounting

Adjusting shoulder pad for balance and mounting camera to a tripod.

Adjustments and Settings for Shooting

Black and White Balance Adjustment

Procedures for maintaining picture quality via black and white balance adjustments.

White Balance and Black Balance Procedures

Automatic Black Balance Adjustment

Detailed steps and notes for automatic black balance adjustment.

Automatic White Balance Adjustment

Detailed steps for automatic white balance adjustment.

Electronic Shutter and Focus Assist

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Explains shutter modes, speeds, and selection procedures.

Adding VF Detail Signal

Enhances viewfinder detail for easier focus checking.

Focus Assist Functions

Color Detail Enhancement

Customizing VF detail signal color for improved focus visibility.

Focus Assist Indicator Usage

Guides on displaying and using the focus assist indicator.

Setting the Focus Position Meter

Using the Focus Position Meter

Describes graphical display of registered and current focus positions.

Setting Camera Outputs

Outputting Camera Picture Signal

Configuring SDI OUT and TEST OUT for camera picture output.

Outputting Return Video Signal

How to output a return video signal from the camera when CCU is connected.

Viewfinder Screen Status Display

Display Settings and Options

Explains display items and viewfinder output mirroring.

Outputting 3 G SDI Signals

Describes how to output 3G SDI signals for specific formats.

Menu Operations Overview

Starting Menu Operations

Procedures to enter and navigate camera menus using the viewfinder screen.

Accessing the TOP MENU Screen

How to access the main menu structure from the camera.

Selecting Menu Pages

Navigating Contents Pages

How to navigate and select specific pages within a menu.

Changing Displayed Menu Pages

Steps to flip through pages within a menu section.

Setting Menu Items and Editing USER Menu

Specifying Character Strings

How to enter text strings for items like file IDs.

Factory-Set USER Menu Pages

Lists the default pages pre-registered in the USER menu.

USER Menu Customization (Items)

Adding Items to a USER Menu Page

Steps to insert new items into a USER menu page.

USER Menu Customization (Pages)

Adding a Page to the USER Menu

Procedure to add a new page to the USER menu.

Managing USER Menu Pages

Deleting a Page from the USER Menu

Steps to remove a page from the USER menu.

Reordering USER Menu Pages

Menu List Overview

OPERATION Menu Structure

Detailed list of items within the OPERATION menu.

Menu Structure Details

Cursor and Headset Mic Settings

Configuration options for cursor and headset microphone.

PAINT Menu - Video Levels and Color

SW Status and Video Level Adjustments

Settings for SW status like FLARE, GAMMA, and video levels.

Color Temperature and Gamma Controls

Adjustments for color temperature, white balance, and gamma.

PAINT Menu - Black Gamma and Knee

Black Gamma and Saturation Controls

Adjustments for black gamma, saturation, and related parameters.

Knee and White Clip Adjustments

Configuration for knee, white clip, and auto knee functions.

PAINT Menu - Detail and Skin Tone

Detail Level Adjustments

Settings for detail level, limiter, crisp, and level depend.

Skin Tone Detail Settings

Adjustments for skin detail, skin gate, and natural skindtl.

PAINT Menu - Matrix and Shutter

User and Multi Matrix Settings

Settings for user/multi matrix phase, hue, sat, gate, and clear.

Shutter Speed Configuration

Settings for shutter speed selection and ECS frequency.

PAINT Menu - Noise Suppression

Noise Suppression Settings

Adjustments for noise suppression levels.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Setup and Shading

Auto Setup and White Shading

Controls for auto black, auto white, auto level, and white shading.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Matrix and Iris

Black Shading and OHB Matrix Controls

Settings for black shading and OHB matrix.

Auto Iris Configuration

Configuration for auto iris window, override, and level.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Lens Settings

Lens 1 and Lens 2 Settings

Settings for lens 1 and lens 2, including iris, AF, and focus modes.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Audio and Tally

Microphone Gain and Camera Number

Controls for microphone gain levels and camera number settings.

Call and Tally Signal Configuration

Settings for CCU call, camera call, tally guard, and extender.

MAINTENANCE Menu - Output Formats

Output Format and Test Output Settings

Settings for current output format and test output signals.

MAINTENANCE Menu - SDI and Trunk

SDI Output and Trunk Interface Settings

Settings for SDI output, character, audio, and trunk interface.

MAINTENANCE Menu - System and Date

Genlock and Date;Time Configuration

Settings for genlock synchronization, phase, format, and date/time.

Battery and Other System Options

Controls for battery alarm, fan mode, and white setup.

FILE Menu - Operator and Scene Files

Operator File Management

Managing operator files from USB or presets.

Scene File Operations

Storing and reading scene files (paint data).

FILE Menu - Reference and Lens Files

Reference File Management

Storing and reading reference files, including factory presets.

Lens File Management

Managing lens files, including center marker settings.

FILE Menu - Matrix and Cursor Files

Matrix File Management

Storing and reading custom preset matrix files.

Box Cursor File Management

Managing box cursor files, including entry and transfer.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - Optical and Board Status

Optical Level and Board Status Display

Displays optical level status and board component status.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - ROM Version and Serial Number

ROM Version and Serial Number Information

Displays ROM version, serial number, model, and effective function.

DIAGNOSIS Menu - Power Supply Status

Power Supply Status Details

Displays camera input voltage and consumption status.

Appendix - Precautions

General Safety and Operational Precautions

Covers laser beams, shocks, environment, condensation, and consumables.

Image Sensor Phenomena Notes

Discusses white flecks and flicker as normal image sensor characteristics.

Appendix - Interference and Triax Transmission

Preventing Electromagnetic Interference

Advice on minimizing interference from portable communication devices.

Digital Triax Transmission Characteristics

Details on triax transmission, including error correction and signal delay.

Appendix - Error Messages and USB Drive Usage

Understanding Error Messages

Explains various error messages and their causes.

USB Drive Connectivity and Recommendations

Guide to using USB drives and recommended models.

Specifications Overview

General Specifications

Basic specs like power, temperature, mass, and dimensions.

Imager and Electrical Characteristics

Details on imager type and electrical specs like sensitivity.

Camera Specifications and Connectivity

Optical System and Input;Output Connectors

Info on spectral system, filters, and all camera connectors.

Optional Accessories and Related Equipment

Lists compatible accessories and related equipment for the camera.

Camera Dimensions

HDC3100 Dimensions

Technical drawings showing dimensions for the HDC3100 camera.

HDC3170 Dimensions

Technical drawings showing dimensions for the HDC3170 camera.

Open Software Licenses

MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License

Details the MPEG-4 Visual license terms for personal use.

Sony HDC3100 Specifications

General IconGeneral
Effective Pixels1920 x 1080
SensitivityF10 at 2000 lux
Horizontal Resolution1000 TV lines
Image Sensor3x 2/3" CMOS
Lens Mount2/3-inch B4 bayonet mount
Supported formats1080i, 720p
Power Requirements12V DC

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