
Synchronizing with an External Device
Synchronizing with an External Device
Using Genlock synchronization, you can synchronize this camcorder’s video signal to that of an external video device. Similarly, using an external time code signal, you can synchronize this camcorder’s time code to the
94external signal. Using the external time code signal with multiple cameras allows you to set up a
Connecting an External Device
When synchronizing the camcorder to an external signal*, use the GENLOCK/SYNC OUT terminal. When synchronizing a time code signal, use the TIME CODE terminal. Be sure to set either terminal to input or output in advance.
Connect the external device to the camcorder as shown in the following diagram.
* As reference video signal (input signal) for Genlock synchronization, you can use an analog blackburst or
Connection Diagram
GENLOCK/SYNC OUT terminal
TIME ODE terminal
Reference Video Signal Input (Genlock Synchronization)
When a reference sync signal (analog blackburst or
Operating modes:
1 | Open the [GENLOCK/SYNC OUT] submenu. | [¢Video Setup] |
| • [¢Video Setup] >[GENLOCK/SYNC OUT] | |
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2 | Select [Genlock] and then press SET. | [GENLOCK/SYNC OUT] |
3 | Open the [Genlock Adjustment] submenu. |
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| [wOther Functions] >[Genlock Adjustment] | [Genlock] |
4Adjust the H phase to the desired level
•Push the joystick up/down to select the value for each field and then press SET to move to the next field.
[wOther Functions]
[Genlock Adjustment]