Sony CA-TX50 Operating Instructions Manual

CA-TX50/50P Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. You can find the operating instructions in Japanese, English, French, German, Italian and Spanish on the CD-ROM (packed together). For details on the manuals supplied, see “Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 7.

not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. For the customers in the U.S.A. (for CA-TX50) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to operate this equipment. All interface cables used to connect peripherals must be shielded in order to comply with the limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC Rules. For the customers in Europe (for CA-TX50P) This product with the CE marking complies with both the EMC Directive and the Low Voltage Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European standards: • EN60950-1: Product Safety • EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission) • EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio). The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents. WARNING

d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel qualifié. Pour les clients européens (pour le CA-TX50P) Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la fois à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) et à la Directive sur les basses tensions émises par la Commission de la Communauté Européenne. La conformité à ces directives implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes : • EN60950-1: Sécurité des produits • EN55103-1: Interférences électromagnétiques (émission) • EN55103-2: Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision). Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés. Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit ausgesetzt werden. Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal. Für Kunden in Europa (für CA-TX50P) Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie sowie die Niederspannungsrichtlinie der EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen: • EN60950-1: Sicherheitsbestimmungen • EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung) • EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit) Für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio). Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften. AVERTISSEMENT WARNUNG

Overview ................................................................. 6 Using the CD-ROM Manual ................................. 7 Preparations ........................................................ 7 Reading the CD-ROM Manual ........................... 7 Location and Function of Parts ............................ 8 Front and Right Side .......................................... 8 Switches and Knobs on the Rear ........................ 9 Connectors and Switches on the Rear and Left Side ................................................................. 11 Mounting on Video Camera ............................... 13 Removing from the camera .............................. 14 Notes on Use ......................................................... 14 Specifications ........................................................ 15 General ............................................................. 15 Input/output connectors .................................... 15 Accessories supplied ........................................ 15 Accessories not supplied .................................. 15

with a DXC-D50/D55 series Color Video Camera, allows connecting the camera to the CCU-TX50/50P Camera Control Unit via a triaxial cable. Component signal transfer method This unit enables transfer of Y, R–Y and B–Y signals for high picture quality. Long-distance transfer The maximum triaxial cable length that can be used to connect this unit to a camera control unit is max. 750 m (when using a Belden φ8.5 mm cable) or 1125 m (when using a Belden φ13.2 mm cable). Electrical shock prevention function To prevent electrical shock, this unit shuts off any high- voltage power supply whenever there is an incomplete connection. Coaxial cable connection When necessary, this unit can be connected to a camera control unit via a coaxial cable.* * This unit’s triaxial connector must be refitted to enable connection of a coaxial cable. Consult your Sony dealer for details. Variety of input/output connectors Input/output connectors for the following signals are provided: • Video signal output/input* for teleprompter • Return video signal output • Intercom/program output for connected headset • Microphone or line-in audio input * It is required to perform the internal adjustment to change the teleprompter video signal transfer direction to input. Contact your Sony dealer for more information on changing the teleprompter video signal transfer direction. Notes • Production of some of the peripherals and related devices described in this manual has been discontinued. For advice about choosing devices, please contact your Sony dealer or a Sony sales representative. • If you have a DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP Color Video Camera or RCP-D50/D51 Remote Control Panel whose serial number is within the range described below, and you want to connect your DXC- D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP or RCP-D50/D51 to a CCU-TX50/TX50P and a CA-TX50/TX50P, you have to up-grade the software of the DXC-D50/D50P/ D50WS/D50WSP and RCP-D50/D51. For information about checking the version and up- grading the software, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative. Serial number DXC-D50/D50WS: 100001 to 110000 DXC-D50P/D50WSP: 400001 to 410000 RCP-D50/D51: 100001 to 110000

7 Using the CD-ROM Manual The supplied CD-ROM includes versions of the Operation Manual for the CA-TX50/50P in English, Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish in PDF format. Preparations The following program must be installed on your computer in order to read the operation manuals contained on the CD-ROM. • Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher Memo If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from the following URL: http://www.adobe.com/ Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries. Reading the CD-ROM Manual To read the operation manual contained on the CD-ROM, do the following: 1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM drive. A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM. 2 Select and click on the operation manual that you want to read. This opens the PDF file of the operation manual. Memo The files may not be displayed properly, depending on the version of Adobe Reader. In such a case, install the latest version you can download from the URL mentioned in “Preparations” above. Note If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your Sony service representative.

8 Location and Function of Parts Front and Right Side a Camera connector (PRO 76-pin DIGITAL) Connects to the camera’s 76-pin connector. b POWER switch Turns this unit’s power supply on and off. To power the unit, set the switch to EXT or CCU according to the type of power source being used. Set this to the OFF position to turn off the power supply. When this unit is connected to a camera control unit via a triaxial cable, the intercom communication function continues to operate even after the power is turned off. c CALL button Press this button to call the operator of the camera control unit or remote control panel. Pressing this button lights the tally indicator (red) or the CALL button (red) on the camera control unit, and on the remote control panel. This unit’s back tally indicator also lights if the TALLY switch is in the ON position. a Camera connector (PRO 76-pin DIGITAL) b POWER switch c CALL button Accessory Shoe Shoulder Strap fitting EXT Power supplied via an optional AC-DN10 Adaptor connected to the DC IN connector (when this unit is connected to a camera control unit via a coaxial cable) CCU Power supplied via camera control unit (when this unit is connected to a camera control unit via a triaxial cable)

9 Switches and Knobs on the Rear a RET 1/RET 2/RET 3/PROMPTER buttons Select the return video signal* to be output from the RETURN connector and to the camera’s viewfinder. Press the RET 1, RET 2 or RET 3/PROMPTER button to select the return video signal 1, return video signal 2, or return video signal 3 or the prompter signal from the camera control unit. To show the shooting picture on the viewfinder screen, release the button. The return video signal which selected last is still output from the RETURN connector if the button is released. * Return video: Video signals that are sent from a camera to a camera control unit and returned to the same or another camera so that the camera operators can check the recorded image. b TALLY switch Set this switch to the ON position to activate the back tally indicator c. c Back tally indicator When the TALLY switch b is in the ON position, this indicator lights in response to this unit’s operating status. During recording, this indicator lights in red. It also lights when the CALL button on the camera control unit or remote control panel has been pressed. d CURSOR switch Selects whether or not to display a box cursor in the DXC-D50/D55 series Color Video Camera’s viewfinder. B: Displays box cursor B. A: Displays box cursor A. OFF: No box cursor is displayed. e Cursor knobs When the CURSOR switch d is set to A or B, these adjust the position and size of the box cursor that is displayed in the viewfinder of the DXC-D50/D55 series. H-POSITION: Adjusts the horizontal position of the box cursor. V-POSITION: Adjusts the vertical position of the box cursor. WIDTH: Adjusts the width of the box cursor. HEIGHT: Adjusts the height of the box cursor. f PROD/ENG (producer/engineer select) switch Selects the channel for transferring intercom audio. PROD: Uses the producer line. ENG: Uses the engineer line. a RET 1/RET 2/RET 3/ PROMPTER buttons b TALLY switch c Back tally indicator d CURSOR switch e Cursor knobs f PROD/ENG switch g PROGRAM knob h INTERCOM knob i MIC/LEVEL switch

10 Note When the INCOM selector on the CCU-TX50/50P Camera Control Unit is in the PRIV position, the intercom operates only between the camera and the camera control unit regardless of the PROD/ENG switch position. g PROGRAM knob Adjusts the program audio reception level. When using a DXC-D50/D55 series camera, setting the MIC/LEVEL switch i to OFF/FRONT will enable this knob to adjust the balance between the program audio and intercom audio levels. Turn clockwise to raise the program audio level, and turn counterclockwise to raise the intercom audio level. h INTERCOM knob Adjusts the intercom audio reception level. Setting the MIC/LEVEL switch i to OFF/FRONT will enable the audio level knob on the DXC-D50/D55 series camera’s front panel to adjust both the intercom audio and program audio levels. Note If you switch the position of the MIC/LEVEL switch i, settings of the program audio reception level and intercom audio reception level are changed. Adjust them again using the PROGRAM knob g and INTERCOM knob h. i MIC/LEVEL switch Decides the on/off of the intercom microphone and the adjusting method of the reception level. ON/REAR: Sets the intercom microphone to on. The reception level is adjusted using the INTERCOM knob. OFF/REAR: Sets the intercom microphone to off. The reception level is adjusted using the INTERCOM knob. OFF/FRONT: Sets the intercom microphone to off. The reception level is adjusted using the camera’s front panel. At this position, while you are pressing the VTR start/ stop button on the camera, the microphone of the intercom is on.

11 Connectors and Switches on the Rear and Left Side a CCU (Camera control unit) connector (CA- TX50: Kings triaxial connector, CA-TX50P: Fischer triaxial connector) Connect a CCU-TX50/50P camera control unit via a triaxial cable. In addition to supporting signal transmission between this unit and the connected camera control unit, the triaxial cable enables this unit to receive its power supply via the camera control unit. Using a coaxial cable to connect the camera control unit The CCU connector must be refitted to enable connection of a coaxial cable. Note that connecting a coaxial cable makes it impossible for this unit to receive power from the camera control unit. Use a AC-DN10 AC Adaptor for AC power sources. Contact your Sony dealer for more information on refitting the CCU connector. b UHF portable tuner taps When using an optional WRR-861*/862 series UHF Portable Tuner, attach (supplied with the WRR-861*/ 862 series) the portable tuner mounting plate. For details of attaching and using the WRR-861/862 series, see the Operating Instructions for the WRR-861/862 series. * WRR-861 series UHF Portable tuner is not available in some areas. For details, contact your Sony dealer. c INTERCOM/PROGRAM connector (XLR 5-pin, female) Connect a headset for monitoring intercom audio or program audio. Normally, a monaural (one-side) headset should be connected. An internal adjustment can be made to enable both sides of the headset to receive audio, with intercom audio on the left side and program audio on the right side. Contact your Sony dealer for further information on this internal adjustment. a CCU connector b UHF portable tuner taps c INTERCOM/PROGRAM connector d EARPHONE jack e AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switches f AUDIO IN +48V CH1/CH2 switches g AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors h DC OUT connector i DC IN connector j PROMPTER connector k RETURN connector

12 d EARPHONE jack (mini jack) Connect an earphone for monitoring intercom audio. e AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio input select) switches Select the source for signals to be transferred via the camera control unit’s channel 1 and channel 2. FRONT/MIC: Transfers audio from a microphone on the camera to the camera control unit. REAR/MIC: Transfers audio from a microphone connected to this unit’s AUDIO IN (CH1/CH2) connector to the camera control unit. REAR/LINE: Transfers audio from a line output connected to this unit’s AUDIO IN (CH1/CH2) connector to the camera control unit. f AUDIO IN +48V CH1/CH2 (power supply select) switches Selects whether or not to supply power to a microphone connected via the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors. +48V: Supplys +48-V power to microphone. OFF: Do not supply power to microphone. Leave this switch in the ON position when using a microphone of phantom powering* type. Note Except when a microphone of phantom powering type is used, be sure to set this switch to OFF. Failing to do so results in that the noise may occur or that the devices connected to the unit may be damaged. * Phantom powering: Powering method for operating condenser microphones by supplying power via a bias power source and an amplifier. Because no DC voltage is present in the audio channel, it is called “phantom powering”. g AUDIO IN (CH1/CH2) (audio inputs, channel 1 and channel 2) connectors (XLR 3-pin, female) Connect external microphones or other equipment as sources for audio to be transferred to the camera control unit’s channel 1 or 2. Set the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch to select the channel for the connected equipment. h DC OUT connector (4-pin) Use this connector when supplying power (DC 10.5 to 17V, Max. 1.5 A) to a WRR-861/862 series UHF Portable Tuner (supplied separately) or an LCD teleprompter unit. Note Never connect a unit that has a power consumption rating of more than 18 W. i DC IN connector (XLR 4-pin) When connecting this unit to a camera control unit via a coaxial cable, use this connector for a AC-DN10 AC Adaptor (supplied separately). Connect the DC power cord of the AC-DN10 to this connector. j PROMPTER (teleprompter video signal input/ output) connector (BNC type) Outputs teleprompter video signals* from the camera control unit. (This unit can treat color teleprompter video signals.) If you have made the internal adjustment to change the teleprompter video signal transfer direction so that signals are transferred from this unit to the camera control unit, this connector becomes the input connector for teleprompter video signals. Contact your Sony dealer for further information on the internal adjustment to change the teleprompter video signal transfer direction. * Teleprompter video signals: Video signals for prompter which displays scripts in the television monitor by the camera lens or on the face of a one-way mirror positioned directly in front of the camera lens so that performers can read scripts while looking into the camera lens. k RETURN (return video signal output) connector (BNC type) Outputs return video signals from a camera control unit. Use the RET 1, RET 2 and RET 3/PROMPTER buttons to switch among the three return video signals.

13 Mounting on Video Camera This unit is dockable with the DXC-D50/D55 series digital video camera. Note Turn the POWER switch off before mounting the unit on the camera. 1 Fit the projection on the bottom of this unit into the slot on the camera. 2 Slide the unit along the groove on the camera, and press firmly until fixed. 3 Tighten the two screws (M4 × 12) in the figure. Projection Slot Groove Camera M4 × 12 screws

14 4 Tighten the two screws (M4 × 6) to fix the shoulder pad. Note Slide the shoulder pad to its central position before tightening the screws. Otherwise the screws may not be properly fixed. Removing from the camera Follow the procedure above in reverse. Notes on Use Use and storage locations Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places: • Where it is subject to extremes of temperature (operating temperature: –10ºC to +45ºC (14ºF to 113ºF)). Note that in summer the temperature in a car with the windows closed can reach 50ºC (122ºF). • Very damp or dusty places. • Where rain is likely to reach the unit. • Places subject to severe vibration. • Near strong magnetic fields Near transmitting stations generating strong radio waves. Avoid violent impacts Dropping the unit, or otherwise imparting a violent shock to it, is likely to cause it to malfunction. Do not cover with cloth While the unit is in operation, do not cover it with a cloth or other material. This can cause the temperature to rise, leading to a malfunction. After use Turn the POWER switches on the unit and camera control unit off. Care If the body of the unit is dirty, wipe it with a dry cloth. For severe dirt, use a soft cloth steeped in a small amount of neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use volatile solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these may damage the finish. M4 × 6 screws

180 V DC When supplied via the DC IN connector: 12 V DC (10.5 to 17 V DC) Power consumption When 180 V DC is supplied via the CCU connector: max. 0.37 A When 12 V DC is supplied via the DC IN connector: max. 4.8 A Operating temperature –10ºC to +45ºC (14ºF to 113ºF) Operating humidity 20% to 90% Storage temperature –20ºC to +60ºC (–4ºF to 140ºF) Mass Approx. 2.3 kg (5 lb 1 oz) External dimensions 206 × 212 × 131 mm (8 1/8 × 8 3/8 × 5 1/4 inches) (w/h/d) Input/output connectors CCU CA-TX50: Kings triaxial connector (made by Lemo) CA-TX50P: Fischer triaxial connector PROMPTER BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω RETURN BNC, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω INTERCOM/PROGRAM XLR 5-pin Input level: –60 dBs (dynamic) Output level: –∞ to +12 dBs AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 XLR 3-pin, female, 600 Ω, balanced Input level: –60 dB (for microphone input) or –20 dB (for line input) DC IN XLR 4-pin, 10.5 to 17 V DC DC OUT 4-pin, 10.5 to 17 V DC, max. 1.5 A Camera connector PRO 76-pin DIGITAL EARPHONE Mini jack Accessories supplied Operating Instructions (1) CD-ROM (including multi-lingual operating instructions) (1) Warranty booklet (1) Accessories not supplied Triaxial cable (Belden) AC-DN10 AC Adaptor DC power cord WRR-861*/862 series UHF Portable Tuner DXF-51 viewfinder * WRR-861 series UHF Portable tuner is not available in some areas. For details, contact your Sony dealer. Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.