Sony CA-TX70 Operating Instructions
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ROM includes the Operating Instructions for the CA-TX70 HD Camera Adaptor in PDF format. For more details, see "Using the CD-ROM Manual" on page 7. Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. CA-TX70 © 2012 Sony Corporation - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 2
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this the authorized representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters, please - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 3
é des produits basées sur la législation européenne doivent être adressées à son représentant, Sony Deutschland Gmbh, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question relative au Service Après-Vente ou à la Garantie, merci de bien vouloir vous référer aux coordonnées qui vous - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 4
hergestellt. Bei Fragen zur Produktkonformität auf Grundlage der Gesetzgebung der Europäischen Union kontaktieren Sie bitte den Bevollmächtigten Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Für Kundendienst oder Garantieangelegenheiten wenden Sie sich bitte an die in - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 5
Table of Contents Overview 6 Features 6 Using the CD-ROM Manual 7 Names and Functions of Parts 8 System Configuration 12 Preparation and Setting 13 Attaching the Adaptor to a Camera/Camcorder ...... 13 Connecting a Camera Control Unit (CCU 14 - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 6
Features The CA-TX70 HD Camera cable (commonly referred to as triax). The latest Sony-developed digital transmission technology, which is incorporated in the between the adaptor and CCU, regardless of the cable length. Support for live camera system operation The adaptor is equipped with the - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 7
can download Adobe Reader free from the Adobe website. 1 Open the index.html file in the CDROM. 2 Select and click on the manual that you want to read. Note If you have lost or damaged the CDROM, you can purchase a new one from your Sony dealer or Sony service counter. 7 Using the CD-ROM - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 8
Names and Functions of Parts Front qf Accessory screw holes qd Screw holes for V-wedge shoe attachment of HD viewfinder qs PGM volume control qa MIC switch 0 POWER lamp (red)/ (green) 9 POWER switch 8 INTERCOM line switch 7 INTERCOM volume control 1 Cable clamp attachment 2 TALLY lamp (red)/(green - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 9
Rear qk Camera/ Camcorder screws ql Camera/Camcorder connector w; V shoe wa CCU connector ws Camera/ Camcorder power supply connector wd Screw hole for camera/camcorder a Cable clamp attachment Attaches the supplied cable clamp belt. b TALLY lamp (red)/(green) When the TALLY switch is set to ON, - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 10
g INTERCOM volume control Adjusts the volume level of the headset connected to the INTERCOM connector. h INTERCOM line switch Selects the talk line. PROD: To talk over the producer line. ENG: To talk over the engineer line. Note When the adaptor is connected to the HXC-D70 HD Color Camera, the - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 11
supply connector Supplies power to the camera/ camcorder. w Screw hole for camera/ camcorder A screw hole to fix the camera or camcorder. Use the screws for CA bracket. 11 Names and Functions of Parts - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 12
Configuration Examples of devices and parts that may be used with the CA-TX70 are shown below. For details on usage of the adaptor when connected to the HXCU-100 HD Camera Control Unit, refer to the operation instructions of the HXCU-100. Intercom Headset Picture Monitor Return Video Input HXC - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 13
of the camera or camcorder, then remove it. 2 Fix the supplied CA bracket on the battery attachment shoe of the camera or camcorder using the two screws (+K2.6×5). 50P cover Attachment screws CA bracket 3 Slide down the adaptor from the upper side of the battery - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 14
Connecting a Camera Control Unit (CCU) When operating the camera in a system with a CCU, connect between the CCU connector of the adaptor and the CAMERA connector of the CCU. When required, secure the cable to the adaptor, using the supplied cable clamp belt. To use the cable clamp belt 1 Insert the - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 15
Attaching the Accessory Shoe Kit When you attach the DXF-51 or DXFC50WA Electronic Viewfinder, screw the supplied accessory shoe kit to the accessory shoe holes of the adaptor (four holes), then attach the viewfinder to the accessory shoe. To attach the accessory shoe Screw (+K3×6) Accessory shoe - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 16
items in the above menu are as follows: INTERCOM1 (CAM): Intercom settings of the HXC-D70 INTERCOM2 (CA): Intercom settings of the adaptor For details of the setting items, refer to the operating instructions of the HXC-D70. When you do not use the INTERCOM connector of the HXC-D70, set the - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 17
connection to an intercom system and configuration of the settings, contact your Sony dealer. Starting the System 1 Attach the adaptor to the camera/ set the video format for the camera/camcorder, adaptor and CCU. The adaptor supports the following video formats. • 1920×1080/59.94i • 1280×720/59.94P - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 18
2 When connected to the PMW-500/350/320 Solid-State Memory Camcorder As PMW-500/350/320 supports video formats that the adaptor and CCU do not, the video format setting of the camcorder is mode setting of the camcorder, refer to the operating instructions of the camcorder. 18 Preparation and Setting - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 19
in the lamp (Green) remote control panel Blinks (2 Hz) - Blinks (2 Hz) Blinks (4 Hz) Blinks (4 Hz) CHU: PS (CA) Care (Temperature) CHU: PS (CA) Warning (Temperature) CHU: PS (CA) Warning (Fan) Display in the CCU Indication - The video formats (recording format or system frequency) are - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 20
output signal to a monitor. • The time code and REC trigger signal are not superimposed on the CCU's SDI output. • The TRUNK function is not supported. When you perform the following operations, the picture may be distorted or the display of the remote control may turn off for a moment. This is - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 21
When switching the return video signal, the previously selected return signal may be displayed for a moment, or the picture may be distorted when the display switches. This is not a malfunction. About Digital Triax Transmission Digital triax transmission between cameras and CCU is protected by - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 22
, 75 Ω Other connectors CCU Triax connector INTERCOM XLR 5-pin, female Supplied Accessories Operating Instructions English (1) CD-ROM (1) Warranty booklet (1) Cable clamp belt (1 set) CA bracket (1) Screws for CA bracket (2) Accessory shoe kit (1) Other peripheral devices HXC-D70 HD Color Camera PMW - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 23
the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY GND - 4 Intercom OUT Left 5 Intercom OUT Right Specifications CARBON (-20 dBu, Unbalance) DYNAMIC (-60 dBu, Balance/ Unbalance) MANUAL GND 8 dBu (VR Max. 250 Ω Load) 8 dBu (VR Max. 250 Ω Load) (0 dBu=0.775 Vrms) - Sony CA-TX70 | Operating Instructions - Page 24
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© 2012 Sony Corporation
HD Camera Adaptor
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
CA-TX70
The supplied CD-ROM includes the Operating Instructions for
the CA-TX70 HD Camera Adaptor in PDF format.
For more details, see
“Using the CD-ROM Manual” on page 7.