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Names and Functions of Parts

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DC OUT 12V 1A connector (XLR 4-
pin)

Su12 V power to a monitor or other 
external device.
The pin assignments are as follows.

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INTERCOM connector (XLR 5-pin)

Allows you to connect an XLR 5-pin type 
headset. The pin assignments are as 
follows.

Contact your dealer or a Sony service representative 
for information about how to adjust the side tone 
level.

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AUX connector (15-pin)

Connect to an external system to input and 
output tally signals, trunk line signals, and 
timecode.

Provides a trunk line connection to the 
trunk line of the camera adaptor via a RS-
232C interface, for use as a 
communications line with external devices. 
Also equipped with general-purpose lines 
between this camcorder and the XDCU-50.
The pin assignments are as follows.

Pin No.

Signal name

1

GND

2

Not used

3

Not used

4

+12V

Pin No.

Signal name

1

INCOM MIC GND

2

INCOM MIC IN

3

INCOM RECEIVE GND

4

INCOM RECEIVE OUT

5

Not used

Pin 
No.

Signal name

Description

2

TC (X) OUT

Timecode signal 
output

7

TC (G) OUT

3

TRUNK RX

Trunk line (RS-
232C)

13

TRUNK TX

8

TRUNK (G)

4

RET CONT IN

Return control 
external input

On:

 GND

Off:

 Open

9

MIC CONT IN

Intercom 
microphone 
control input

On:

 GND

Off:

 Open

5

GND

Ground

10

TALLY GND

TALLY output

14

R TALLY OUT

Red tally output 
(open collector)

15

G TALLY OUT

Green tally 
output (open 
collector)

1

AUX VIDEO (X) General-

purpose analog 
video line 
between this 
adaptor and 
XDCU-50

6

AUX VIDEO (G)

Summary of Contents for XDCA-55

Page 1: ...4 260 664 11 1 2010 Sony Corporation HD Camera Adaptor Operating Instructions Before operating the unit please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference XDCA 55 4260664110 ...

Page 2: ...exit from the apparatus Only use attachments accessories specified by the manufacturer Use only with the cart stand tripod bracket or table specified by the manufacturer or sold with the apparatus When a cart is used use caution when moving the cart apparatus combination to avoid injury from tip over Unplug this apparatus during lightning storms or when unused for long periods of time Refer all se...

Page 3: ...Interference Emission EN55103 2 Electromagnetic Susceptibility Immunity This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments E1 residential E2 commercial and light industrial E3 urban outdoors E4 controlled EMC environment ex TV studio The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation 1 7 1 Konan Minato ku Tokyo Japan The Authorized Representative for EMC and product s...

Page 4: ...t werden Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal WICHTIG Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der Unterseite des Gerätes WARNUNG Zu hoher Schalldruck von Headset kann Gehörschäden verursachen Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden vermeiden Sie längeres Hören bei sehr hohen Schalldruckpegeln Für Kunden in Europa Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die...

Page 5: ...g the CD ROM 7 Reading the CD ROM Manuals 7 Names and Functions of Parts 8 System Configuration 12 Attaching the Adaptor to a Camcorder 12 Important Notes on Operation 14 Specifications 14 General 14 Connectors 15 Supplied Accessories 15 Accessories Not Supplied 15 ...

Page 6: ...for precautions about use of the system Features HD digital transmission This adaptor supports bidirectional transmission of uncompressed HD digital signals between this adaptor and XDCU 50 The maximum transmission distance is 100 m 328 feet You can transmit high quality video signals regardless of cable length Cable free connection via 50 pin interface You can easily make a cable free connection ...

Page 7: ...dobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems Incorporated in the United States and or other countries To read the documents Do the following 1 Insert the CD ROM in your CD ROM drive A cover page appears automatically in your browser If it does not appear automatically in the browser double click on the index htm file on the CD ROM 2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read Thi...

Page 8: ...oles 7RET button 8MONI SEL switch 9CEU OUT connector 0CEU IN connector qaMONITOR OUT SDI connector qgCEU connector qfAUX connector qdINTERCOM connector qsDC OUT 12V 1A connector qkCamcorder connector qlCamcorder power supply connector w V shoe waCamcorder bracket attachment screw hole wdAccessory screw holes for HD viewfinder wsAccessory screw holes for general use qjCamcorder screws ...

Page 9: ... screw holes 2 for M3 screws to secure a belt bracket f CALL button Calls the operator of a XDCU 50 or remote control unit When this button is pressed the TALLY or CALL lamps on the camcorder the XDCU 50 and the remote control unit light On the other hand the TALLY lamp on this adaptor does not light Control over tally lamps varies depending on the devices used in the system camcorder XDCU 50 remo...

Page 10: ...r use as a communications line with external devices Also equipped with general purpose lines between this camcorder and the XDCU 50 The pin assignments are as follows Pin No Signal name 1 GND 2 Not used 3 Not used 4 12V Pin No Signal name 1 INCOM MIC GND 2 INCOM MIC IN 3 INCOM RECEIVE GND 4 INCOM RECEIVE OUT 5 Not used Pin No Signal name Description 2 TC X OUT Timecode signal output 7 TC G OUT 3 ...

Page 11: ...al interface to send and receive video and audio signals s Camcorder power supply connector Supplies power to the camcorder t V shoe This is a V shoe for attachment of this adaptor to the camcorder u Camcorder bracket attachment screw hole This is a screw hole for a bracket to increase the security of the attachment of this adaptor to the camcorder v Accessory screw holes for general use These are...

Page 12: ...ctivated cutting off power to the power circuits of this adaptor or the XDCU 50 If the power should be cut off connect the cables again in the proper fashion and wait for a while before starting the system again Attaching the Adaptor to a Camcorder 1 Screw two of the brackets supplied with this adaptor to the battery attachment shoe of the camcorder 2 Attach the adaptor to the battery attachment s...

Page 13: ...he side panel of this adaptor 5 Attach the supplied brackets with screws Tighten the screws securely so that the unit will not fall off To remove Perform the installation procedure in reverse loosening the screws that were tightened then Attachment screws Brackets supplied The release button on the camcorder will not function Note ...

Page 14: ...cks The adaptor may be damaged Do not wrap in a cloth or other covering during operation Internal temperatures may rise causing malfunctions Maintenance Clean the cabinet and panels by wiping lightly with a soft dry cloth If they are very dirty use a cloth dampened with a small amount of neutral detergent then wipe dry Avoid the use of volatile solvents such as thinners alcohol benzene and insecti...

Page 15: ...ccessories Operating Instructions Japanese 1 English 1 CD ROM 1 Brackets 4 Bracket fixing screws 10 Belt bracket 1 Belt bracket fixing screws 2 Cable clamp belt 1 Accessories Not Supplied Accessory shoe kit A 8274 966 B Design and specifications are subject to change without notice Note Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INC...

Page 16: ...Printed in China ...

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