Preparing the LensMounting the Lens

First power off the unit, and then mount the lens using the following procedure.

(To mount a 1/2-inch type lens, carry out steps 1 to 3.)

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For information about using the lens, refer to the

operating instructions for the lens.

 

Preparations

 

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Lens mount

 

 

securing rubber

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1Push the lens locking lever up and remove the lens mount cap from the lens mount.

2Align the center pin on the lens with the center slot in the lens mount, and insert the lens into the mount.

3Holding the lens in place, push the lens locking lever down to lock the lens.

Caution

If the lens is not firmly locked, it may come off while the camcorder is being used. This could cause a serious accident. Make sure the lens is firmly locked. It is recommended that the lens mount securing rubber be put on the lens locking lever as illustrated above.

Note

Mounting a 2/3-inch type lens requires a 2/3-inch type lens mount adaptor.

4 If a 2/3-inch type lens has been mounted, connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.

Note

Connecting the lens cable to the LENS connector when the camcorder is powered may cause a malfunction of the camcorder or the lens. Before connecting the lens cable, be sure to check that the camcorder is powered off.

5 Secure the lens cable with the cable clamps.

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

If the focus is not precisely correct at the telephoto and wide-angle ends of zoom operations, adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the lens mounting flange plane to the focusing plane).

Once adjusted, no further adjustment is required unless the lens is changed.

When carrying out the adjustment, use the supplied flange focal length adjustment chart as the subject.

Flange focal length adjustment chart (supplied)

Approx. 3 m

Note

If you use a subject with insufficient contrast, or move the camera or subject during adjustment, this will cause an adjustment error.

Carrying out the adjustment

Zoom and focus operations automatically adjust the flange focal length.

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