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Overview / Usage Notes

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Overview

The DVF-L700 is a 7.0-inch color LCD viewfinder.
This unit has the following features.

High resolution and wide visual angle

The viewfinder uses a 7.0-inch Full HD resolution LCD 
panel for a resolution of 1920 × 1080 and a wide visual 
angle.

Stable picture

The LCD screen provides stable images without 
distortion, regardless of display’s brightness.

HIGH BRIGHT function

The ability to increase the brightness instantly improves 
visibility outdoors.

FOCUS MAG function

You can magnify the height and width of the image (x2) 
for easier focus adjustment.

False color function

Display signal levels using different colors. When you 
use the false color function, image signals are displayed 
in black and white, and colors are added based on the 
signal levels.

Tally indicator

The viewfinder is equipped with a single tally indicator 
(red) that lights in response to a tally signal.

Flexible operability

The three joints of the supplied flexible arm can be locked 
via a single knob, allowing you to adjust the position of 
the viewfinder for comfortable operation.

Usage Notes

Place of use

When using the viewfinder in low temperature 
environments, dynamic resolution levels may decrease 
during the period immediately after you turn on the 
power.

Condensation

If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm 
location, or if ambient temperature suddenly rises, 
moisture may form on the outer surface of the unit and/or 
inside of the unit. This is known as condensation. If 
condensation occurs, turn off the unit and wait until the 
condensation clears before operating the unit. Operating 
the unit while condensation is present may damage the 
unit.

LCD panel

The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with 
high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel 
ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of 
pixels may be “stuck”, either always off (black), always 
on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a 
long period of use, because of the physical characteristics 
of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may 
appear spontaneously. These problems are not a 
malfunction.

LCD image display

• Due to the physical characteristics of LCD panels, there 

may be a decrease in brightness or change in color 
temperature over a long period of use. These problems 
are not a malfunction.
In addition, these occurrences will not affect recorded 
data.

• If you leave the viewfinder displaying a still image for 

a long time, an afterimage may appear on the screen. 
Turn the power off if the viewfinder is not to be used for 
an extended period of time.

Maintenance

• Use a dust blower to remove dust from the screen.
• Do not use solvents such as thinner to clean the screen.

Summary of Contents for DVF-L700

Page 1: ...LCD Color View Finder 4 460 309 13 1 2013 Sony Corporation Operating Instructions Before operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference DVF L700 ...

Page 2: ... Contents Overview 3 Usage Notes 3 Parts Identification 4 Attaching the Viewfinder to a Camera 6 Detaching the Viewfinder 7 Adjusting the Position 8 Adjusting the Display 8 Error Messages 9 Cleaning the Screen 9 Specifications 10 ...

Page 3: ...u turn on the power Condensation If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to a warm location or if ambient temperature suddenly rises moisture may form on the outer surface of the unit and or inside of the unit This is known as condensation If condensation occurs turn off the unit and wait until the condensation clears before operating the unit Operating the unit while condensation is present may...

Page 4: ...llows you to adjust the tally indicator s brightness Set this to OFF when you are not using the tally indicator HIGH Increases the brightness LOW Decreases the brightness OFF Turns the indicator off nFOCUS MAG magnified display button Magnifies the height and width of the image x2 for easier focus adjustment This does not affect the camera s output signal The FOCUS MAG indicator lights during magn...

Page 5: ...n the camera using a BNC cable For details on supported formats see Specifications page 10 u minus button Use this after pressing the BRIGHT CONTRAST or PEAKING button to change the respective value v plus button Use this after pressing the BRIGHT CONTRAST or PEAKING button to change the respective value wPEAKING adjustment button Allows you to emphasize the outlines in the image This does not aff...

Page 6: ...he viewfinder and the flexible arm firmly when performing attachment or detachment In addition the flexible arm may move at its joints if the arm lock knob is loose Take care not to drop the viewfinder and flexible arm Fixing screws are located on both ends of the flexible arm Confirm the camera end and the viewfinder end and perform attachment using the proper ends Camera attachment point Include...

Page 7: ...r s VF connector and the angle connector to the camera s VF connector Verify the orientations of the connectors and insert them until they click into place 2 Set the INPUT SELECT switch to the VF position Be sure to check the shape of the VF connection cable s connector and insert it in the proper orientation For use in monitor mode 1 Use a BNC cable to connect the viewfinder s SDI IN connector to...

Page 8: ... knob in the LOCK direction to lock it into place The three joints of the flexible arm will be locked into place Adjusting the Display You can adjust the brightness contrast and peaking of the display using the BRIGHT CONTRAST and PEAKING buttons When using VF mode changing the peaking value with the PEAKING button will not affect the display image unless the peaking setting on the camera is enabl...

Page 9: ...Do not use thinner or other solvents After use in harsh environments Be sure to perform the following maintenance after using the viewfinder at dusty locations beaches hot springs or other harsh environments Use an airbrush to carefully remove any dust or sand from inside the viewfinder Clean the contacts of the connectors After performing the above maintenance perform a basic operation test and c...

Page 10: ...0 cd m2 typical Resolution 1920 1080 Color temperature D65 Unit mm inches 127 5 194 7 3 4 52 2 1 8 Supported formats during HD SDI connection Total number of scanning lines 1125 Number of effective scanning lines 1080 Horizontal resolutions of 2048 are not supported VF 26 pin rectangular type 1 SDI IN BNC type 1 MONITOR OUT BNC type 1 DC IN 4 pin 1 10 5 V to 17 0 V DC Before Using this Unit 1 Oper...

Page 11: ... OF PRESENT OR PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO FAILURE OF THIS UNIT EITHER DURING THE WARRANTY PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION OF THE WARRANTY OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY THIRD PARTIES SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE TERMINATION OR DISCONTINUATION OF ANY SERVICES RELATED TO THIS UNIT THAT MAY RESULT DUE TO CIRCUMSTAN...

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