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Page 3 - Preface; Read This First; About This Manual

Information About Cautions and Warnings iii Read This First Preface Read This First About This Manual This User’s Guide describes the characteristics and operation of theMC-780PIA and MC-780PIH CCD Video Camera Modules. How to Use This Manual Use this manual for technical data, operating characteris...

Page 5 - Contents

Running Title—Attribute Reference v Chapter Title—Attribute Reference Contents 1 Overview 1-1 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1.1 Main Features 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 7 - Figures

Illustrations vii Contents Figures 2–1 Rear Panel 2-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2 External Synchronization Terminal Resistance Switch SW4 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 8 - Tables

Tables viii Tables 2–1 Shutter Speed Control Switch SW1 2-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–2 External Synchronization Terminal Resistance Switch SW4 2-4 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2–3 Mode Switches SW3 2-4 . . . . ...

Page 9 - Topic; Chapter 1

1-1 Overview Overview This User’s Guide describes the operation and characteristics of theMC-780PIA and MC780PIH video cameras. This chapter gives an overviewof the cameras and their features. Please read and keep this document as areference. Topic Page 1.1 Main Features 1-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . ...

Page 10 - High Image Quality

Main Features 1-2 Overview 1.1 Main Features The MC-780PIA and MC-780PIH are black-and-white video cameras that usefixed-sensor charge-coupled devices (CCDs). The following paragraphs de-scribe some of the main features of the cameras. 1.1.1 High Image Quality With 380,000 image-sensing elements, th...

Page 11 - Other Features

Other Features 1-3 Overview 1.2 Other Features - Long life span, high reliability - Low distortion, high precision image - High near infrared sensitivity - Quick starting

Page 13 - Nomenclature and Use of Each Component; Chapter 2

2-1 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component Nomenclature and Use of Each Component This chapter describes the location and use of components, connectors, andcontrols. Topic Page 2-1 Mounting System 2-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2 Rear ...

Page 14 - Focus Ring

Mounting System 2-2 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component 2.1 Mounting System The following paragraphs describe the mounting system for the cameramodules. 2.1.1 Focus Ring C-Mount type lens and optical equipment are installed. If there is difficulty fo-cusing with the lens, fine adjustments can be ...

Page 15 - Rear Panel Switches and Terminals; Figure 2–1. Rear Panel; Shutter Speed Control Switch SW1; Table 2–1. Shutter Speed Control Switch SW1; External Synchronization Terminal Resistance Switch SW4

Rear Panel Switches and Terminals 2-3 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component 2.2 Rear Panel Switches and Terminals This paragraph explains the functions of the rear panel switches and termi-nals. Figure 2–1 shows their locations. Changing Switch Settings Always disconnect power when changing the swi...

Page 16 - Mode Switches SW3; Table 2–3. Mode Switches SW3; Gain Mode Switch SW2

Rear Panel Switches and Terminals 2-4 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component Table 2–2. External Synchronization Terminal Resistance Switch SW4 Switch Position Terminal Resistance Value Left 75 Ω Center 100 k Ω Right 150 Ω Figure 2–2. External Synchronization Terminal Resistance Switch SW4 Center Le...

Page 17 - Table 2–5. Gain Mode Switch SW2; Figure 2–3. Gain Mode Switch SW2; Gain Variable Volume Control VR1; Figure 2–4. Gain Variable Volume Control VR1; DC IN Terminal; Table 2–6. LENS Terminal

Gain Variable Volume Control VR1 2-5 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component Table 2–5. Gain Mode Switch SW2 Switch No. Gain Mode Left AGC Center Fixed Right Variable Figure 2–3. Gain Mode Switch SW2 Center Left Right 2.2.5 Gain Variable Volume Control VR1 When variable gain is selected with gain mod...

Page 19 - Internal Switches; Figure 2–5. Internal Switches; Option Output Switch S1

Internal Switches 2-7 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component 2.3 Internal Switches Remove the camera cover to set the internal switches. Viewing the camerafrom the front, the switches are located on boards in the center and the left.The center board is called the clock board, and the left board is c...

Page 20 - Table 2–9. Option Output Switch S1; Gamma Switch SW1; Table 2–10. Gamma Switch SW1; AC/DC Output Switch SW4

Internal Switches 2-8 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component Table 2–9. Option Output Switch S1 Switch Position Output Signal Upper Shutter monitor output Lower Pixel clock output Figure 2–7. Option Output Switch S1 Upper Lower 2.3.3 Gamma Switch SW1 Gamma switch SW1 changes the gamma characteristic...

Page 21 - Outline Emphasis Circuit ON/OFF Switch SW2; Table 2–12. Outline Emphasis Circuit ON/OFF Switch SW2; Figure 2–10. Outline Emphasis Circuit ON/OFF Switch SW2

Internal Switches 2-9 Nomenclature and Use of Each Component 2.3.5 Outline Emphasis Circuit ON/OFF Switch SW2 Switch SW2 controls the outline emphasis circuit on the MC-780PIH. Do notmove this switch on the MC-780PIA. The outline emphasis circuit makes theimage easier to see by emphasizing the image...

Page 23 - Using the External SYNC Mode; Chapter 3

3-1 Using the External SYNC Mode Using the External SYNC Mode The camera can be synchronized externally by inputting an external sync sig-nal. When using external sync, set the clock board’s sync signal input/outputswitch (SW1) to the external sync signal in (upper switch position) andswitches 3 and...

Page 24 - External Sync With Interlace; External Sync Signal Input Conditions; Figure 3–1. External Sync Timing

External Sync With Interlace 3-2 Using the External SYNC Mode 3.1 External Sync With Interlace On the rear panel, set switch 5 of mode switch SW3 to ON. 3.1.1 External Sync Signal Input Conditions - HD signals: 15.734 kHz ± 1% (63.5 µ s ± 1%) - VD signals: 262.5 H - Phase In Figure 3–1, when the las...

Page 25 - External Sync With No Interlace; Figure 3–2. External Sync With No Interlace

External Sync With No Interlace 3-3 Using the External SYNC Mode 3.2 External Sync With No Interlace On the rear panel, set switch 5 of mode switch SW3 to OFF. 3.2.1 External Sync Signal Input Conditions - HD signals: 15.734 kHz ± 1% (63.5 µ s ± 1%) - VD signals: 244 ~ 1021 H, (see Notes 1, and 2) -...

Page 27 - Using the Shutter Modes; Chapter 4

4-1 Using the Shutter Modes Using the Shutter Modes This chapter describes the various shutter modes and how to use them. Topic Page 4.1 Continuous Shutter 4-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4.2 Random Shutter (Fixed V Sync) 4-3 . . . . . . . . ...

Page 28 - Figure 4–1. Continuous Shutter Speed-Control Timing

Continuous Shutter 4-2 Using the Shutter Modes 4.1 Continuous Shutter On the rear panel mode switch SW3, set switch 1 to ON and switch 2 to OFF.Use the shutter speed control switch SW1 to set the shutter speed. Figure 4–1shows the continuous shutter speed control timing. Figure 4–1. Continuous Shutt...

Page 31 - VI Mode Shutter; Figure 4–4. VI Mode Shutter Timing

VI Mode Shutter 4-5 Using the Shutter Modes 4.4 VI Mode Shutter On the rear panel mode switch SW3, set switches 1 and 2 to ON. At this pointthere will be no image output. When an external VI command is input, expo-sure will occur for the period of the command. This mode is only for non-inter-lace. T...

Page 32 - Precautionary Items; Table 4–1. Line Table Corresponding to Shutter Speeds

Precautionary Items 4-6 Using the Shutter Modes 4.5 Precautionary Items Observe the following precautions when operating the electronic shutter. - The CCD for this camera uses the frame transfer method. At shutterspeeds of 1/500, 1/1000, and 1/1500 second, the exposure period and thetransfer period ...

Page 33 - Chapter 5

5-1 Initial Settings Initial Settings This chapter describes the modes of operation and the initial switch settings. Topic Page 5-1 Modes and Initial Switch Settings 5-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 5

Page 34 - Table 5–1. Modes and Initial Switch Settings

Modes and Initial Switch Settings 5-2 Initial Settings 5.1 Modes and Initial Switch Settings With this unit it is possible to switch the operating modes to suit the intendeduse. All mode settings can be set with switches. Table 5–1 summarizes themodes and initial switch settings. Table 5–1. Modes an...

Page 35 - Precautions for Use; Chapter 6

6-1 Precautions for Use Precautions for Use Topic Page 6-1 Precautions for Use 6-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6-2 Maintenance 6-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 6

Page 36 - Power Source

Precautions for Use 6-2 Precautions for Use 6.1 Precautions for Use 6.1.1 Power Source The camera operates on +12 V. Use a stable ripple- and noise-free powersource. 6.1.2 Heat Reduction To keep the temperature inside the camera from rising in some situations(such as when operating the camera inside...

Page 37 - Maintenance

Maintenance 6-3 Precautions for Use 6.2 Maintenance Use a blower to remove dirt or dust adhering to the CCD glass cover. Wipingthe glass forcefully can damage the glass or create static electricity that candamage the CCD. Use a soft, dry cloth to clean dirt off the exterior. If it is extremely dirty...

Page 39 - Specifications; Chapter 7

7-1 Specifications Specifications This chapter lists the specifications for the cameras. Topic Page 7-1 Image System 7-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7-2 Optical Elements and Other Specifications 7-3 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

Page 40 - Table 7–1. MC–780PIA Image System Specifications; Table 7–2. MC–780PIH Image System Specifications

Image System 7-2 Specifications 7.1 Image System Table 7–1 lists the image system specifications for the MC–780PIA; Table 7–2lists specifications for the MC–780PIH. Table 7–1. MC–780PIA Image System Specifications Item Specification Imager Frame Transfer Method CCD (TI manufactured CCD TC241-30) Eff...

Page 41 - Optical Elements and Other Specifications; Table 7–3. Optical Elements and Other Specifications

Optical Elements and Other Specifications 7-3 Specifications 7.2 Optical Elements and Other Specifications Table 7–3 lists other specifications common to the two cameras. Table 7–3. Optical Elements and Other Specifications Item Specification Lens Mount C-mount Flange back 17.526 mm (can be fine adj...

Page 43 - Exterior Dimensions; Chapter 8

8-1 Exterior Dimensions Exterior Dimensions This chapter lists exterior dimensions. Topic Page 8-1 Exterior Dimensions 8-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 8

Page 45 - Figure 8–1. Exterior Dimensions

Exterior Dimensions 8-3 Exterior Dimensions Figure 8–1. Exterior Dimensions ÎÎ ÏÏÏÏÏÏÏ ÏÏÏÏÏÏÏ ÏÏÏÏÏÏ ÏÏÏÏÏÏ ÏÏÏÏÏÏ ÏÏÏÏÏÏ Optical Center 44 22 48 27 DC 12 V 500 mA VIDEO OUT LENS DC IN/ SYNC 40 11 2 93 13 8 79 14 14 23 10 4–M2.6–4.5 2–M4–5 U1/4–2OUNC–6 15 15 22 79 10 15 15 22 4–M2.6–4.5 FRONT BACK ...

Page 47 - Other Issues; Chapter 9

9-1 Other Issues Other Issues This chapter discusses cable and connector issues. Topic Page 9-1 Connectors 9-2 . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Chapter 9