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Sony HXCU-100 Video camera
Manufacturer:
Model:
HXCU-100
Date:
2009
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Description:
Camera Control Unit.

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The HXC-100 is a 2/3-type high-definition portable video camera equipped with CCD units for 2,200,000 pixels, which can be used as a standalone camera as well as in a studio in combination with the HXCU-100 or HSCU-3001) Camera Control Unit. The camera incorporates the latest image capturing device and digital signal-processing LSI, and it performs newly developed digital transmission with the camera control unit (CCU), thus yielding high picture quality and high stability in image creation in addition to superior camera functions and operability. Features High picture quality and high performance The latest 2/3-type Progressive IT CCD units for 2,200,000 pixel achieve high sensitivity and low smear. In addition, the 14-bit A/D TV Multimedia">Converter and an original developed signalprocessing LSI provide high picture quality of optimal grade. Multiple formats The camera covers 1080/59.94i, 720/59.94P, 1080/50i, and 720/50P. With its wide-range down-converter, the camera also enables output of high-quality SD signals (525i/625i) from the camera and the connected CCU, establishing an optimum camera system for SD-system operations. Newly designed integrated unit with low center of gravity The camera has stylish appearance with low-slung design. Even when used in combination with a studio-use viewfinder, stable operation is achieved, thanks to its low center of gravity. Optimized handle shape and VF slide mechanism for stable shooting A new handle design has been adopted. A slight protrusion of the upper front part of the handle enables stable holding of the camera while you are shooting, by holding the front part of the handle. Furthermore, a slide mechanism is located at the viewfinder attachment position. Any difference in weight balance caused by having a different lens attached can be counteracted by adjusting the viewfinder attachment position, in combination with the movable shoulder pad position. This provides the best balance for shooting with the camera on your shoulder. Position-adjustable shoulder pad The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted for stable shooting according to the build of the camera operator, the type of lens in use, or the shooting style. A low-repulsion shoulder pad (position fixed) is available as an option. (Part No.: A-8286-346-A) Function-assignable switches The camera has buttons to which various functions can be assigned on the side panel and the rear. You can activate your desired function, such as electronic color-temperature conversion, instantly when shooting by assigning it to one of these buttons in advance. Buttons on the handle are also available as function assignable switches. Auto Lens Aberration Compensation function The Auto Lens Aberration Compensation function (ALAC) is provided with this camera. This automatically reduces chromatic aberration of magnification when a lens that supports auto aberration compensation is attached. For details on lenses supporting auto aberration compensation, contact a Sony sales representative or Sony service representative. Focus assist functions The VF detail function and focus assist indicator function facilitate focusing. VF detail Various functions are provided for the VF detail signal, which can be added only on images on the viewfinder screen in order to facilitate focusing in various situations: Functions for coloring the VF detail signal, flickering the VF detail signal by adding modulation, thickening the VF detail signal, and automatically compensating the VF detail level according to the zoom position. Focus Assist Indicator The focusing level indicator on the viewfinder screen provides a guide for focusing. The best focus setting can be easily determined by observing fluctuation of the level indicator as a guide. “Memory Stick” 1) operation The camera is equipped with a “Memory Stick” port, which enables setup data storage and software upgrading using a “Memory Stick.” 1) “Memory Stick” and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. Various color-reproduction functions Selection of multiple gamma tables Seven types of standard and 4 types of hyper gamma tables are provided with this camera. The hyper gamma values enable cinemalike image creations with wide dynamic range, which are different from those achieved with conventional video gamma. Multimatrix color correction In addition to the standard 6-axis matrix function, the camera has a multimatrix function that permits you to adjust the hue and chroma for color TV Multimedia">Components in 16-axis directions independently. This is quite useful in color matching among multiple cameras.

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User Manual
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User Manual
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149
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Overview ... 4 Features ... 4 System Configuration ... 5 Standalone operation example ... 5 System operation example (with a Camera Control Unit) ... 6 Parts Identification ... 6 Front right ... 6 Front left ... 7 Rear ... 8 Operation panel ... 8 Connector panel ... 9 Installation ... 10 Connecting a Camera Control Unit (CCU) ... 10 Attaching a Lens ... 11 Attaching a Viewfinder ... 11 Attaching a TV Multimedia">Microphone ... 12 Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ... 13 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position ... 14 Preparatory Settings ... 14 Adjusting the Black Balance and White Balance ... 14 Setting the Electronic Shutter ... 15 Setting the Local Time ... 16 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length ... 16 Setting the Focus Assist Function ... 17 Setting the Camera Outputs ... 18 Outputting a Trunk Signal ... 20 Basic Procedure for Shooting ... 20 Menus ... 21 Displaying Menu Pages ... 21 Setting the Menu ... 22 Editing the USER Menu ... 23 OPERATION Menu ... 26 PAINT Menu ... 29 MAINTENANCE Menu ... 32 FILE Menu ... 34 DIAGNOSIS Menu ... 36 Appendices ... 36 Precautions ... 36 Error Messages ... 37 Using a “Memory Stick” ... 37 Specifications ... 38 Menu Tree ... 40

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