Chapter 5 Preparation

5-1-2 Using an AC power supply

When the AJ-B75 AC adapter made by Panasonic is used

1 Connect the DC OUT connector on the AJ-B75 AC adapter to the DC IN socket on the unit.

5-2 Attaching the lens and performing the flange back and white shading adjustments

Attaching the lens

1 Raise the lever for securing the lens, and detach the mount cap.

DC IN socket

AC adapter

AJ-B75 (optional accessory)

2 Set the power of the AC adapter to ON.

3 Set the unit’s power switch to ON.

When using an external power supply other than the AJ- B75 AC adapter, check the pin signals of its external DC input connector and use the polarities correctly.

Supplying +12V power to the GND terminal by mistake may give rise to ignition, resulting in a fire, or it may cause injury.

Lever for

securing the lens

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Mount cap

2 Align the center mark of the lens with the groove in the top center of the lens mount, and attach the lens.

Mark

3 Push down the lever for securing the lens to secure the lens.

4

3

2

1

External DC input socket

Pin no.

Signal

1

GND

 

 

2, 3

 

 

4

+12V

<Notes>

Power from the AC adapter takes precedence when both a battery pack and AC adapter have been connected. It is also possible to attach/remove a battery while the AC adapter is being used.

When using the AC adapter, be absolutely sure to first set the power of the AC adapter to ON and then set the unit’s power switch to ON.

If the power is turned on in the reverse sequence, the output voltage of the AC adapter will rise gradually, and the unit may malfunction as a result.

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Panasonic AJ-HDX400P Using an AC power supply, When the AJ-B75 AC adapter made by Panasonic is used, Attaching the lens

AJ-HDX400P specifications

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