Panasonic WV-CS574 Gain Control AGC on LOW/ MID/ HIGH/OFF, Synchronization Sync

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In the AUTO mode, an object is clearly imaged under highlighted conditions by using the combina- tion technology of iris and shutter functions.

Note:

When the selected shutter speed caused flicker on condition that fluorescent lamps stay on, change this setting to 'OFF'.

Gain Control [AGC ON (LOW/ MID/ HIGH)/OFF]

Move the cursor to AGC and select ON (LOW), ON (MID), ON (HIGH) or (OFF) with the joystick.

** SET UP **

CAMERA ID

OFF

ALC/MANUAL

ALC

SHUTTER

 

AUTO

AGC

 

ON(MID)

SENS UP

 

OFF

SYNC

 

INT

WHITE BAL

ATW1

MOTION DET

OFF

AF MODE

 

AUTO L

RET

SPECIAL2

Notes:

Even if AGC is set to ON and if the noise reduction function is enabled, afterimages may be produced by shooting a moving object or by panning or tilting the camera.

For more information, refer to Digital Noise Reduction on page 49.

Electronic Sensitivity Enhancement (SENS UP)

Move the cursor to SENS UP and select the desired electronic sensitivity enhancement mode with the joy- stick. The electronic sensitivity enhancement mode changes as follows with the joystick:

** SET UP **

CAMERA ID

OFF

ALC/MANUAL

ALC

SHUTTER

 

AUTO

AGC

 

ON(MID)

SENS UP

 

OFF

 

SYNC

 

INT

WHITE BAL

ATW1

MOTION DET

OFF

AF MODE

 

AUTO L

RET

SPECIAL2

OFFX2 AUTO X4 AUTO X6 AUTO X10 AUTO

X16 AUTOX32 AUTOOFF X2 FIX X4 FIX

X6 FIXX10 FIXX16 FIXX32 FIX

Note:

While the SENS UP function is selected, noise or spots may appear in the picture when the sensitivity of the camera is increased. This is a normal phe- nomenon.

Synchronization (SYNC)

Move the cursor to SYNC and select LL or INT with the joystick.

** SET UP **

CAMERA ID

OFF

ALC/MANUAL

ALC

SHUTTER

 

AUTO

AGC

 

ON(MID)

SENS UP

 

OFF

SYNC

 

INT

 

WHITE BAL

ATW1

MOTION DET

OFF

AF MODE

 

AUTO L

RET

SPECIAL2

Important Notices:

1.The priorities of SYNC modes are assigned as fol- lows:

1.Multiplexed vertical drive (VD2) (highest priority)

2.Line-lock (LL)

3.Internal sync (INT) (lowest priority)

2.To use internal sync, select INT.

3.Whenever the vertical drive pulse (VD2) is supplied to the camera, the camera sync mode is automati- cally switched to the multiplexed vertical drive pulse (VD2) regardless of the selected sync mode.

Line-lock Sync Mode (LL)

1.Move the cursor to SYNC and select LL with the joy- stick. The LL sync mode is not available when the multiplexed vertical drive (VD2) pulse is supplied.

2.After selecting LL, press the CAM (SET) button. The SYNC menu appears on the monitor screen.

** SET UP **

CAMERA ID

OFF

ALC/MANUAL

ALC

SHUTTER

 

AUTO

AGC

 

ON(MID)

SENS UP

 

OFF

SYNC

 

LL

 

WHITE BAL

ATW1

MOTION DET

OFF

AF MODE

 

AUTO L

RET

SPECIAL2

3.Supply the video output signal of the camera to be adjusted and the reference video output signal to a dual-trace oscilloscope.

4.Set the dual-trace oscilloscope to the vertical rate and expand the vertical sync portion on the oscillo- scope.

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Contents Operating Instructions English Version English Important Safety InstructionsLimitation of Liability Disclaimer of WarrantyFeatures AccessoriesOptional Accessories Precautions About the Camera Cleaning Function Contents Construction Camera Installation Location Installation PrecautionsWiring the Camera Noise interference considerationsDIP Switch Settings Communication Parameters DIP SwitchBeware of high humidity Unit Number DIP Switch RS485 Communication Parameters DIP Switch Installing the Camera Camera InstallationCutout in Diecast Case Cutout in Decoration CoverTop Cable Exit Sideway Cable ExitUninstalling the Camera Uninstalling the CameraAccessory Connector Information PrecautionsHow to Assemble the Cable with the Accessory Connector ConnectionsRS485 Connection OFF ↔ 100MS ↔ 200MS ↔ 400MS ↔ 1000MS RS485 SetupSetup Menu Using the Setup MenuPage Setup Menu Description Camera Special 1 MenuShutter Speed Shutter ALC Mode with BLC OFFGain Control AGC Synchronization SyncRS485 Communication Auto Focus AF Mode10Special 2 Menu SPECIAL2 11Self-diagnosis FunctionSetting Procedures Preset MenuMenu Display Position Setting Position SET To Set Panning/Tilting PositionsPan Offset To Enter a New Preset ID Preset Identification Setting Preset IDTo Copy a Preset ID from Another Position To Set the Lens Zoom and Focus PositionsTo Change an Entered Preset ID Light Control Setting ALC/MANUALTo Delete an Entered Preset ID To Set a Display Position for a Preset IDPreset Speed Setting Preset Speed Scene File Setting Scene FileTo Return to the Preset Number Set Menu To Return to the Setup MenuDeleting Preset Positions Home Position Setting HomeSelf Return Setting Self Mode Auto Mode Selection AutoSEQ Sort Patrol Auto Pan Key Setting Auto PAN KEYPassword Verification Digital Flip Setting Digital FlipSpecial 1 Menu Setting Special New PasswordPrivacy Zone Privacy Zone Zoom ratio Proportional Pan/Tilt PROPO. P/TSettings for on Nesw Setting for on UserArea Title Area Title Patrol-learn and Patrol Play Patrol To Quit EditingArea Title Editing Patrol-learn with a Controller not Having the Patrol Button Patrol Learn with a Controller Having Patrol ButtonPatrol Play with a Controller Having the Patrol Button Patrol Play with a Controller not Having the Patrol ButtonCNT-CLS 1, 2 Output Alarm Input/Output Alarm IN/OUTCleaning Cleaning Preset Alarm Preset ALMElectronic Zoom EL-ZOOM To Display the Camera Setting Menu Camera SettingImage Hold Image Hold Tilt Angle Tilt Angle 0 /5Move the cursor to the BLC parameter and select on Shutter Speed Setting Shutter Gain Control AGC on LOW/ MID/ HIGH/OFF Line-lock Sync Mode LLElectronic Sensitivity Enhancement Sens UP Synchronization SyncWhite Balance White BAL Auto-Tracing White Balance Mode ATW1/ ATW2Motion Detector Motion DET Automatic White Balance Control Mode AWCAuto S Auto M Auto L Manual L Manual M Manual S Auto Focus Setting AF ModeDigital Noise Reduction DNR Special 2 Menu SPECIAL2Reset to the Factory Default Settings To Restore the Camera Default Position RefreshMenu Setting Factory Default SettingHigh SpecificationsPage Shortcuts Controller Operation SettingIris Close Problem TroubleshootingProblem Periodically check the power cord and plug Page Panasonic Canada Inc

WV-CS574 specifications

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