Sony SSC-M370 - General

SSC-M370/M370CE
SECTION 1
GENERAL
1-1. FEATURES
The SSC-M370/M370CE black-and-white video camera uses a 1/2-inch CCD
(Charge Coupled Device) with 768 (SSC-M370)/752 (SSC-M370CE) (horizontal)
by 494 (SSC-M370)/582 (SSC-M370CE) (vertical) picture elements. The following
are some of its principal features.
High resolution
The number of CCD picture elements (about 380,000) is sufficient to ensure
high resolution.
High sensitivity
Gives a clear picture even under very gloomy conditions.
CCO IRIS function
Even when a manual iris lens is fitted, the sensitivity is automatically
adjusted according to the incident light level. This keeps the video signal at
a Suitable level.
Electronic shutter function
Eight shutter speeds are available, for various shooting conditions.
External synchronization
A number of cameras can be synchronized with the same reference
synchronizing signal so that they can be controlled by a video switcher; you
can switch from a camera to another without causing picture distortion on
the monitor screen.
Combined power cable (using YS-W130/W230 camera adaptor)
A single 75-ohm coaxial cable (not supplied) connecting the camera to a
YS-W130/W130P/W230/W230P camera adaptor (not supplied) carries the video
output signal, as well as the power supply input and external synchronizing signal.
Auto-iris lenses
A C-mount auto-iris lens can be used, by connecting the lens cable with
the plug supplied.
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1-2. NOTES ON USE
Power supply
This unit must always be poerated with a 12 V DC power supply, or using
the YS-W130/W130P/W230/W230P camera adaptor (not supplied).
Handling of the unit
Be careful not to spill water or other liquids on the unit, or to get
combustible or metallic material inside the body. If used with foreign matter
inside, the camera is liable to fail, or be a cause of fire or electric shock.
Operating and storage locations
Avoid shooting a very bright object (such as light fittings) for an extended
period. Avoid operating or storing the unit in the following locations.
* Extremely hot or cold places (operating temperature —10°C to 50°C; 14°F
to 122°F)
¢ Damp or dusty places
¢ Where it is exposed to rain
¢ Locations subject to strong vibration
¢ Close to generators of powerful electromagnetic radiation such as radio
or TV transmitters
Care of the unit
¢ Remove dust or dirt on the surface of the lens or glass cover with a
blower.
¢ Clean the body with a dry soft cloth. If it is very dirty, use a cloth
dampened with a smail quantity of neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Avoid
the use of volatile solvents such as thinners, alcohol, benzene, and
insecticides. They may damage the surface finish, or impair the operation
of the camera.
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