Panasonic AW-PH405N manual Multi-purpose camera AK-HC1500G, Lenses that can be used

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Installation

Mounting the camera

[Multi-purpose camera AK-HC1500G]

When mounting the camera, take sufficient care to ensure that the camera will not come off or fall down.

Mount the lens onto the multi-purpose camera.

(1) Lenses that can be used

• Use any of the portable lenses which are listed below.

Fujinon

HA18, HA21, HA22 series

 

 

Canon

HJ17e, HJ21e series

 

 

(2)Lenses that cannot be used

•Do not use the large-sized lenses [with a weight of 11 lbs (5 kg) or more and a length of 15-3/4” (400 mm) or more] with the model numbers which are listed below since when they are mounted on the camera, the camera’s overall balance will be upset.

Fujinon

HA42 series

 

 

Canon

HJ40 series, J35 series

 

 

Note The current rating of LENS I/F (2) connector is 500 mA (max).

Even with the lenses in a series which can be used, any lens whose maximum current consumption exceeds 500 mA cannot be used.

Concerning the maximum current consumption of the lens, contact the lens manufacturer.

Align the multi-purpose camera with the guide pins and mount it.

Change the positions of the guide pins and screws of the camera mounting base as shown in the figure below, and then attach the camera mounting base to the rotary arm.

Do not use the rubber piece.

For a stand-alone installation

Camera Mounting base

Change the positions of the guide pins.

Change the positions of the camera mounting screws. (Change them over to the second row.)

Set the guide pin.

Mount the camera with the mounting

screws.

Mounting screws

Tighten up the two mounting screws securely using the tool.

For installation on the ceiling

Camera Mounting base

Change the positions of the guide pins.

Change the positions of the camera mounting screws. (Change them over to the third row.)

Set the guide pin.

Mount the camera with the mounting screws.

Mounting screws

Just as for a convertible camera, change the positions of the guide pins and screws of the camera mounting base as shown in the figure above, and then attach the camera mounting base to the rotary arm.

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Contents Operating Instructions Safety precautions FCC NoteImportant Safety Instructions Contents  Handle the unit carefully Operating precautionsIntroduction Accessories Installation precautionsParts and their function  Pedestal  Power ON/OFF switch  Tally lamp accessory Prompter connector  Rotary headRotary head connector panel  ND/EXT connector ND/EXT  Lens P/S ON/OFF switch Lens P/S Lens I/F 2 connector Lens I/F  Lens I/F 1 connector Lens I/F COM connector COM  Video connector Video Cable Comp OFF/ON switch Cable Comp  SDI connector SDIInstallation  Assembling the pan-tilt head Mounting the tally lamp Mode for ensuring safety in the case of trouble  Concerning the safety modesMode for ensuring safety in the case of collisions Installation  Setting the CPU circuit board switches  Setting SW1Setting the landing characteristics Setting the installation direction switch Installing the pan-tilt head  Pan-tilt head mounting conditionsInstallation  Mounting the camera Convertible camera AW-E350/E650/E655/E750/E860 Camera AW-E750  Attaching the wireWhen mounting the cameras without fan AW-E350, AW-E650 Fujinon HA42 series Canon HJ40 series, J35 series Multi-purpose camera AK-HC1500GLenses that can be used  Concerning the balance of the installed unit How to obtain the balancePrecautions for mounting the camera  Camera AK-HC1500G For a convertible camera AW-IF400 Switch settingsConnections For the AK-HC1500G When connecting a Fujinon extender change unit Cable specificationsWhen connecting a Canon lens with motorized extender unit Replacing the consumable parts  Replacing the motor Replacing the belt  Replacing the gearAppearance Unit inch mmSpecifications Supply voltage AC 120 V, 60 Hz Power consumption 120 WMemo Memo Panasonic Broadcast & Television Systems Company

AW-PH405N specifications

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