Points To Note During Use - JVC 3-CCD KY-F550 Mode D'emploi

Points to Note During Use

● For important shootings, perform trials in advance to ensure that they are properly recorded.
● We will not compensate for contents lost due to the malfunction of this unit.
Characteristic CCD Phenomena
● Smear and Blooming
When shooting a bright light source, the CCD may induce white streaks (smear) in the vertical direction
of the light source. When the light source is extremely bright, light of the surroundings may expand
(blooming).
● Aliasing
Note that a jagged effect may occur when shooting striped patterns or lines.
● White spot
Operating this unit under a high temperature may give rise to white spots in the image. Ensure to use
this unit within the specified range (–5˚C to 40˚C). White spots may also appear when set to slow
shutter.
This unit comes with the white spot correction feature that helps to reduce this phenomenon.
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Precautions During Handling
● Strong Electromagnetic Waves or Magnetism
When placed near radios or TV transmitters, or transformers and monitors that emit strong magnetism,
noise or colour change may occur in the image. Ensure that this unit is kept away from the above
during use.
● Compatible Lens ☞ Page 17 'Mounting the Lens'
Lens mount of this unit makes use of C mount and there are restrictions on the type of lens to be used.
Pay attention to their performance, dimensions, length of the screw portion when lenses other than
those specified are used.
This unit is not equipped with back focus adjustment function. If zoom len is to be used, please use
only lens which are equipped with back focus function.
● Cleaning the Body of this Unit (Turn off the power before cleaning.)
Wipe using a soft cloth.
Do not wipe with thinner or benzene. These may corrode or tarnish the surface.
When it is extremely dirty, wipe using a neutral detergent diluted with water, follow by wiping with a
dry cloth.
● When not in use, turn off the power of the system to reduce power consumption.
● Do not mount unit at locations that emit radiation, X-rays or corrosive gases.
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