3-CCD Color Camera

MODEL
HV-C20/C20M

OPERATION MANUAL
Please read this operation manual carefully for proper operation, and keep
it for future reference.

Hitachi Denshi , Ltd.

Features
・ C-mount
An C-mount lens can be used. Further, this camera can be used with a variety of optical systems,
because the flange focal distance adjustment device is incorporated.
・ High resolution and high
Horizontal resolution of 700 TV lines (at Y channel), high sensitivity and a high signal-to-
noise ratio of 60dB are realized by the use of 1/2" 410,000-pixe( CCD's with
micro lenses and the high precision CCD technology.
・ Auto level control (ALC)
As the AGC, lens iris and auto electronic shutter can be continuously controlled by the built-in
microprocessor, this camera can correspond to a wide change in the quantity of light. Further,
as the magnitude and position of the gate range where the ALC can operate can
be changed, proper ALC operation is available even in adverse conditions including backlight.
・ Auto shading correction
When a C-mount lens is used for a 3-CCD color camera, color shading may be observed
vertically. The quantity of such color shading can be reduced at a touch of the button.
・ Bi-directional data communication function
Each function of the camera can be controlled from a PC via the RS-232C interface. Further,
as the status data of the camera can be transferred to the PC, the camera can be controlled
appropriately. As an 1D number can be registered to each camera, plural cameras can
be controlled from a single PC.
Variation
HV-C20: Standard camera, DC type.
HV-C20M. For optical instrumentation system, DC type.

Standard composition
Camera, HV-C20 1
Accessories Lens mount cap 1set
Plug, RM12BPG-3S, for 12V IN 1
Plug, E4-191 J-100, for LENS 1
Operation Manual 1
Notes to users
Notes for safety
• Use this camera by 12V DC power supply.
• Use care that flammable things, water or metal do not enter the inside of the camera to avoid
a possible failure or accident.
• Do not modify the camera or do not use the camera with the side cover removed. It
may cause a failure or an accident.
• When rolls of thunder are heard near during shooting outside, stop using the camera. When
using the camera in the rain, use care that the camera does not get wet with rain.
• If the camera should show any abnormality, be sure to turn off the camera and disconnect the power
cord, then contact your nearest Hitachi Denshi service station.
Operating considerations
• Supply voltage
Check that the supply voltage is between 10.5V and 17V DC. When the voltage drops, color
may be changed and noise may be generated. If the voltage exceeds 17V, the camera may be damaged.
• Connector
Prior to plugging or unplugging the connector, be sure to turn off the camera and hold the
connector body itself.
• Lens
To select a lens, be sure to read "Selection of lens" on page ----.

Installing and storage

• Avoid installing or storing the camera in the following environments.
• Environments exposed to direct sunlight, rain or
• Environments where combustible or corrosive gas exists
• Excessively warm or cold environment (Operating ambient temperature:0°to 40°C)
• Humid or dusty environment
• Place subjected to excessive vibration or shock
• Environment exposed to strong electric or magnetic field
• Do not aim the camera lens at the sun.
• Do not shoot strong light or a scene including strong light.
When such a scene is shot, vertical trailings will appear. However, this is not due to failure. In
case strong light enters the camera through the lens, partial deterioration will result.
To obtain stable performance for
When the camera is used continuously for long time under high
ambient temperature, the inside electrical parts become deteriorated, resulting in shortening its life.
To use the camera continuously for long time, the highest temperature must be below 40°C.
Cleaning
• Use a blower or a lens brush to remove dusts on the lens or the optical filter.
• Wipe dirt on the case with dry soft cloth. if dirt are hardened, wipe them off with cloth moistened
with neutral detergent liquid; wipe the cover with dry cloth.
• Do not use benzine, thinner, alcohol, liquid cleaner or spray-type cleaner.
• Transportation
To transport the camera, use the supplied carton or equivalent, and use care that the camera
is not subjected to shock.
Phenomena inherent to CCD
Following are the phenomena inherent to a CCD imaging device, and not
1) Smear and
When strong light (lamp, fluorescent lamp, reflected light, etc.)
is shot, pale bands are displayed vertically above and below the light.
In this case, change the angle of the camera so that such strong light
does not enter the camera through the lens.
2) Fixed pattern noise When the camera is operated in a high temperature, fixed pattern
may appear on the entire screen.
3) Moire
When fine patterns are shot, moire may be displayed.
4) Note for shooting When strong light (electric bulb, fluorescent lamp, reflected sunlight, or the like)
is present near an object, ghost can be generated. This phenominon
may be remarkable according to the lens iris condition or the kind of a lens in use. In such a case,
change the angle of the camera.
Lens 4.2mm or less

Caution
Observe the dimensions of the lens mounting
section as illustrated at the right.
Lens
If the dimensions are not observed, do not Ø18 mm
such a lens, because the lens and the camera will
be damaged.
Flange surface
of a lens
Selection
1 Optical characteristics 3.8 mm or less
If an appropriate lens is not used, the performance of the camera cannot be fully demonstrated. In
case of a 3-CCD camera using a C-mount lens, the exit pupil of a lens is an important factor.
If the exit pupil is short, colors at the upper and lower parts of the screen become uneven.
Therefore, select a lens having the optical characteristics equivalent to the lenses listed below.

Manufacturer Type Specification Position of exit pupil(reference)

Canon PH10x8RII 8 to 80mm f1.4 -118 mm
Cosrnicar C6ZME 12.5 to 75mm f1.8 -40 mm
Fujinon D10x8A-MDM21 8 to 80mm f1.4 -138 mm
D12x7.5A-MDM21 7.5 to 90mrn f1.4 89 mm

When a lens is approaching the fully opened state, picture quality can be impaired by the
deterioration of resolution, and the generation of shading or flare. When the camera is used
with the lens iris opened fully, it is recommended to use a lens for a 3- chip CCD color camera
as listed below.

Manufacturer Type Specification

Canon J7x10B CM AS 10 to 75mm f2.1
Cosrnicar H10ZAME-R 7.5 to 75 mm f1.2 F
C10ZBME-R 10.5 to 105 mm f1.4
Fujinon S10x8DB-SNDS21 8 to 80mm f1.4 N

2. Kinds of auto iris lenses An auto iris lens of the video signal (built-in iris amp) type or DC
(Cosmicar's manual override type) can be used. The lens without an iris amp cannot be used.
Some settings must be changed according to the type of the auto iris lens to be used. For settings.
Flange focal distance adjustment
When the picture is out of focus after a lens is replaced, or when the picture is out of focus at
telephoto and wide positions, adjust the flange focal distance by taking the following procedure.
1. In case of fixed-focus lens Set the focus ring of the lens to the infinite position and shoot an object
more than 20 meters away, then rotate the flange focal distance adjustment ring in the direction of N
or F for optimum focus.
2. In case of zoom lens
1) Set the zoom lens to the telephoto position and shoot an object more than 3 meters away.
Then, rotate the focus ring appropriately for optimum focus.
2) Set the zoom lens to the wide position and rotate the flange focal
distance adjustment ring, taking care that the focus ring does not move. Repeat the above steps 1)
and 2) appropriately so that the picture becomes in focus at the telephoto and wide positions.
 HV-C20/20M Name and function of each section

Tapped Camera Mount hole

Flange focal distance adjustment ring

Lens Connector
Tapped Camera Mount hole

Pilot lamp BAR/SEL switch

Direct mode: Operate as the ON/OFF switch
of the color bar signals.
MENU mode: Operate as a cursor shift
key to select each function.

VIDEO connector MENU switch

A composite video signal (1Vp-p Switches between the direct mode and the
/75 ohm) is available. MENU mode.
When the MENU mode is selected,
the menu is displayed.
REMOTE connector ASC/DOWN switch
connect the remote control box Direct mode:
RC-C10 or the RS-232C level Operates as the ON switch of the auto
converter shading correction (ASC) function.
MENU mode:
Operates as the switch to change or
execute the data of each function.
12V IN connector AWB/UP switch
Direct mode:
Y/C connector Operates as the ON switch
Y/C signals are available white balance (AWB) function.
MENU mode:
MULTI connector GL IN connector
The RGB signals, sync signal, etc, are Connect a black burst signal or a composite
available. video signal to operate the camera in the
A trigger signal is connected in the external genlock mode.
shutter mode.
Specifications
(1) Color format NTSC/PAL
(2) Optical system 1/2 , f1.6 prism Optics
(3) Imaging system RGB, 3 CCD s
(4) Imaging device 1/2" CCD
No. of total pixels NTSC: 811(H) X 508(V) PAL: 795(H) X 596(V)
No. of effective pixels NTSC: 768(H) X 494(V) PAL: 752(H) X 508(V)
Sensing area 7.95(H) x 6.45(V)mm
(5) Sync system Internal or genlock (automatic switching)
(6) Horizontal resolution 700 TVL (Y, at center) 680 TVL (RGB)
(7) Signal-to-noise ratio NTSC: 60dB typ. PAL: 58dB typ.
(Gamma:1, DTL:OFF, gain:0dB)
(8) Standard sensitivity 2000 lx, f8
(9) Minimum illumination 5.5 Ix
(10) Gamma 0.45 or 1.0
(11) Preset color temperatures 3200K and 5600K
(12) Vertical contour correction 1H
(13) Lens mount C-mount
(14) Selectable gain 0 to 18dB (in 1dB steps or AGC)
(15) Electronic shutter
Preset mode: 1/100(1/120 PAL), 1/250, 1/500, 1/1,000, 1/2,000,
1/4,000, 1/10,000s
Lock scan mode: 1/60.38(1/50.31 PAL) to 1/10,168s (1/10,040 PAL)
AES mode: OFF to 1/10,000s (in 1H steps until 4 lens stops)
Long time integration: NTSC:1/30 to 1s (30 steps) PAL:1/25 to 1s (25 steps)
(16) Color bars Full bars
(17) Power supply 12V DC (10.5 to 17V)
(18) Power consumption 4.5W approx.
(19) Ambient temp. Operation: -1 0 to 45 C Storage: -2Q to 60 C
(20) Dimensions 65(W) X 65(H) X 130(0)mm
(21) Mass 600g approx.
*1 Flange focal distance = 17.526mm *2 A memory is required to obtain images continuously.

Input/output

(1) Input
Genlock signal VBS:1.0Vp-p + 3dB or black burst/75
or high (sync: 0.3± 0.1Vp-p, burst:0.3± 0.1Vp-p)
Serial data input 1.5Vp-p/high, 4-pin
(2) Output signals
Composite video signal VBS; 1.0Vp-p/75ohm, BNC
Y/C signals Y: 1.0Vp-p/75 ohm
C: 0.286Vp-p (burst) 75 ohm
S: connector
RGB signals R: 0.7Vp-p/75 ohm / G: 0.7Vp-p/75 ohm / B: 0.7Vp-p/75ohm
D-sub
Sync signal HD: 2Vp-p/75Q VD: 2Vp-p/75Q D-sub
Serial data 1.5Vp-p/low, 4-pin
Menu screens operation
1. Configuration
The camera settings can be changed by corresponding menu screen.
Pressing the MENU switch establishes the menu mode, and the menu screen is paper on video.
Another pressing the MENU switch establishes the direct mode (normal operation mode).
The menu screen contains the function mode setting items and the popup "sub"
menu items. The hierarchy of the menus is shown below.
A cursor can be moved by the SEL switch, and a mode can be changed by the UP/DOWN switches.
Further, a popup "sub" menu screen can be displayed by the UP/DOWN switches.
The popup menu "sub" item screen is displayed by the RETURN key.

<< SUB MENU >> << IRIS GATE >> << LENS >>

SHUTTE : Var. GATE :ON TYPE : DC

Variable : 1/1068 GATE AREA <UP/DOWN> IRIS : AUTO
DTL: OFF
GATE AREA <LEFE/RIGHT> OVER RIDE :-1, 0
GAMMA : ON
CONTRAST : OFF GATE AREA <LARGE/SMALL> SPEED : 0
KNEE : ON RETURN OPEN LIMIT
FLD/FRM : FLD CLOSE LIMIT
IRIS GATE RETURN
LENS
RETURN

<< MAIN MENU >> << LEVEL / SYNC >> << SYNC >>
CAM MODE : MANU
WHT BAL : PRESET M BLK : 0 G ON SYNC : OFF
PRESET :3200 R BLK : -10 GL IN : 75
SHAD MOOE : COLOR B BLK : +10 SC CORASE :0
AGG : OFF R GAIN : -5 SC, FINE : -10
GAIN : HIGH B GAIN : +5 H. PHASE : +10
HIGH : +9dB SYNC RETURN
SUB MENU RETURN
LEVELJ SYNC
ADJUST

<< ADJUST >> << ID/TITLE >>

AUTO BLK ID : TOP

REMOTE :2400bps DATA : 001
ID/ TITLE TITLE : BOTTOM
BAR/ SEL MENU DATA :ROOM-001
RETURN RETURN
EXT BS SP
UP DOWN 0123456789ABCDEFGH
IJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ
Abcdefghijklmnopqr
AWB MULTI ASC stuvwxyz?<>+-*/,.;:
2. MAIN MENU
CAMERA MODE: Camera mode
MENU mode
Almost all function modes can be set. Select the MANU mode to perform the camera setting precisely
AUTO mode
The full auto mode is established. the functions with * are fixed to the respective values,
and the cursor skips these functions.
In the AUTO mode, the graphics "AUTO" blinks at the top right of each menu screen.

MENU Function and Mode

MAIN MENU WHT BAL : AUTO
AGC : ON
LIMIT : Fixed to the value in the MANU mode.
SUB MENU SHUTTER : AES (in the LENS TYPE;DC mode)
: OFF (in the LENS TYPE; VIDEO mode)
GAMMA : ON
LEVEL/SYNC R BLK :0
B BLK :0
R GAIN :0
B GAIN :0
LENS (TYPE: DC) TYPE : DC ( fixed to the value in the MANU mode)
OPEN LIMIT
CLOSE LIMIT
LENS (TYPE : VIDEO) TYPE : VIDEO (fixed to the value in the MANU mode)
REF : Disable

WHT BAL : White balance mode

PRESET mode
The same status as the white balance is controlled at 3200K or 5600K is established.
A color temperature can be switched by the PRESET item on the next line.
MEM mode
The same status as the white balance is controlled by the AWB switch in the direct
mode is established. The reference color temperature is displayed on the next line.
AUTO mode
The Rear-Time Auto white balance mode is established.

SHAD MODE: Auto shading correction mode

COLOR mode
Unevenness of the color at the upper and lower parts of the screen become minimum.
LUMIN mode
Each signal level of the RGB signals at the upper and lower [arts of the screen becomes equal level.
 AGC : AGC ON/OFF
ON mode
Gain is automatically controlled. The upper limit of gain is the value set by the LIMIT
on the next line.
OFF mode
Gain is fixed to the value set by the GAIN on the next line.

LIMIT: Upper limit value of AGC (in the AGC:ON mode). The upper limit value of gain in the AGC ON
mode can be set. The settable range is between +6dB and +18dB. When both UP
and DOWN switches are pressed together for 2 seconds, the upper limit value is set to +18dB.
This value cannot be set in the CAM AUTO mode.

GAIN : Gain setting (in the AGC:OFF mode)

NORM mode Gain is set to 0 dB.
HIGH mode Gain is the value set by the HIGH on the next line.
MAX mode Gain is the value set by the NEXT on the next line.

HIGH :Gain setting in the GAIN:HIGH mode (in the AGC:OFF mode) Gain can be set
in the range from 1 to 17dB. When both UP and DOWN switches are pressed together for
2 seconds, gain is set to +9dB.
MAX: Gain setting in the GAIN: MAX mode (in the Gain can be set in the range from 2 to 18 dB.
However, a value smaller than the set value by HIGH cannot be set. When both UP
and DOWN switches are pressed together for 2 seconds, gain is set to +18dB.

SUB MENU: The SUB MENU is executed.

LEVEL/SYNC: The LEVEL/SYNC menu is executed.
ADJUST: The ADJUST menu is executed.

3. SUB MENU
SHUTTER : Electronic shutter mode
The electronic shutter mode is switched in the following sequence.
In the var. or EXT mode, further setting can be made by the item on the next line.

OFF 1/100 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000

(1/120 PAL)
EXT AES Var. 1/10000 1/4000
Lock scan/long time integration mode
Auto electronic shutter mode
Field-on-demand mode

(NOTE) 1. The AES mode cannot be established when TYPE: VIDEO is selected, using the LENS menu.
2. When TYPE:VIDEO is selected in the AES mode, using the LENS menu, the SHUTTER:OFF
mode is established
Variable: Setting of variable electronic shutter speed (In the SHUTTER: Var. mode ) 1/1 to 1/30
(1/25 PAL): Long time integration mode
The video signal is out intermittently from the camera. To obtain a continuous picture, an
image memory or the like is required.
1/60.15 (1/50.15PAL) to 1/10168 (1/10040 PAL): Lock scan mode

EXTERNAL: Setting of Field-on-Demand function (in the SHUTTER: EXT mode)

The electronic shutter can be operated at the desired timing and exposure time.
One TRIG mode: The desired shutter speed can be set by a pulse width.
Two TRIG mode: The desired shutter speed can be set by the interval between two trigger pulses.
FIX TRIG mode : The electronic shutter operates for approximately 1/1600 for an input pulse.
EXT TRIG mode: Only exposure time can be controlled by inputting one pulse. SYNC is not reset.

NOTE: For the use of the Field-On-Demand function, contact your local
Hitachi Denshi sales representative for more detail information’s..

DTL: DTL amount control

Select OFF, LOW, NORM or HIGH

GAMMA: Gamma ON/OFF

CONTRAST: Contrast ON/OFF
When ON is selected, the contrast of dark portion is enhanced.
KNEE: Knee ON/OFF
When ON is selected, the gradation of white portion becomes natural.

FLD/FRM: Integration mode of CCD

FLD mode The field integration mode is established. (Normal use)
FRM mode The frame integration mode is established.

Note 1. In this mode, vertical resolution is increased, but after image is increased.
Therefore, this mode is effective for still picture
2 Do not use this mode in the SHUTTER:AES mode.

IRIS GATE: The IRIS GATE menu is executed.

LENS: The LENS Menu is executed.

RETURN: The MAIN MENU is displayed.

4. LEYEL/SYNC

M BLK: Master black level

The master black level can be set in the range from -128 to 127. When both UP and DOWN
are pressed together for 2 seconds, the value is set to zero.

R. BLK: R. black level

The R black level can be set in the range from-128 to 127. When both UP and DOWN
are pressed together for 2 seconds, the value is set to zero.
B. BLK: B black level
The B black level can be set in the range from-128 to 127. When both UP and DOWN
are pressed together for 2 seconds, the value is set to zero.

R. GAIN: R gain level

The R gain level can be set in the range frorn-128 to 127. When both UP and DOWN
are pressed together for 2 seconds, the value is set to zero.
However, the value is automatically set to zero in the WHT BAL:AUTO mode.
B. GAIN: B gain level
The B gain level can be set in the range from-128 to 127. When both UP and DOWN
are pressed together for 2 seconds, the value is set to zero.
However, the value is automatically set to zero in the WHT BAL:AUTO mode.

SYNC: The SYNC menu is executed.

RETURN: The MAIN MENU is displayed.

5. ADJUST

AUTO BLACK: The auto black balance function is executed by pressing the UP switch.
REMOTE: Setting of baud rate for remote control.
Note: Prior to setting the baud rate, connect the cable to the REMOTE connector.

62,500
Set to 62,500 bps when the dedicated remote control box like RC-C10 is used. In this case,
be sure to set the baud rate of the RC-C10 to 62,500 bps. For the baud rate setting of the RC-
C10, see the operation manual of the RC-C10.

2,400 bps, 4,800 bps, 9,600

Set to either of these baud rates when a PC is used.
For the PC control protocol and Data Command are needed please contact your nearest
Hitachi Denshi sales representative.

ID/TITLE: The ID/TITLE menu is executed.

RETURN: The MAIN MENU is displayed.
6. IRIS GATE
GATE: Iris gate ON/OFF
ON mode
The AGC, lens iris and auto electronic shutter are controlled by detecting the video signal level
at the set window section. As the window signal is superimposed on the video signal
in the menu mode, the optimum window signal can be set by changing the size and position
of the gate area, while observing the monitor. In the direct mode, the gate area is not displayed.

OFF
The AGC, lens iris and auto electronic shutter are controlled by detecting the video signal
of the entire screen. The gate area is not set. Further, the window is not displayed.

GATE AREA < UP/DOWN >: Moves the gate area vertically.
GATE AREA < LEFT/RIGHT >: Moves the gate area horizontally.
GATE AREA < LARGE/SMALL >: Sets the size of the gate area.

< < < IRIS GATE > > >

GATE :ON
GATE AREA < UP/DQWN >
GATE AREA < LEFT/RIGHT>
GATE AREA< LARGE/SMALL >
RETURN

Gate area

RETURN: The SUB MENU is displayed.

7. LENS

TYPE: Setting of kind of auto iris

DC mode
Select the DC mode when a lens whose iris is controlled in proportion to the DC voltage is used.
Select the DC mode when the auto iris lens is not used.

VIDEO
Select the VIDEO mode when a lens whose iris is controlled by the video signal is used.

Note: In the VIDEO mode, the auto electronic shutter (AES) cannot be used.

interlocking with the AGC does not function normally. When the setting at the lens side is changed,
be sure to perform the reference setting.
RETUEN: The SUB MENU is displayed.

8. SYNC

G ON SYNC: G ON SYNC ON/OFF

The sync signal in the RGB signals or the G signal is switched.
GL IN: Switching of impedance of genlock input signal
HIGH: Set to high impedance.
75Ù: Set to 75Ù.
As the impedance becomes high when the camera is turned off, do not use this function
in the system where the camera is turned off independently.
SC COARSE: Coarse adjustment of subcarrier phase Select 0°, 90°, 180° or 270°.
SC FINE: Fine adjustment of subcarrier phase The phase can be set in the range from -128 to 127.
When this range is exceeded, the setting by the SC COARSE is automatically updated and the phase can
be adjusted continuously.
H. PHASE: Horizontal sync phase adjustment The phase can be adjusted in the range from –128 to 127.
RETURN: The LEVEL/SYNC screen is displayed.
9. ID/TITLE

ID: Setting of ID No. display position

When ID number is registered to each camera, the desired camera can be remotely controlled
from the a PC.
The data on the next line is executed.
This ID number can be displayed on the screen.
OFF :
TITLE ID
TOP : Displayed at the top right
BOTTOM : Displayed at the bottom right

TITLE: Setting of title display position.

The data on the next line is executed
OFF :
TOP : Displayed at the top left TITLE ID
BOTTOM : Displayed at the bottom left

DATA: ID number data

Three characters consisting of uppercase letters, figures and/or spaces.

TITEL data
12 characters consisting of uppercase letters, figures, symbols and/or spaces.

Note: "-"'(space symbol)on data display position is not displayed on the screen.

RETURN: The ADJUST screen is displayed. Setting procedure of ID/TITLE

1. Move the cursor to DATA.
2. Press the UP or DOWN switch, then the characters are displayed at the lower part of the screen.
3. Move the blinking cursor to the desired blinking character by the UP or DOWN switch, and enter
it by the SEL switch. Functions of soft keys displayed above the character screen.

EXIT: Enter the DATA setting mode.

: Moves a blinking character in the DATA section leftward by one character, when
changing the input data.
: Moves a blinking character in the l3ATA section rightward by one character, when
changing the input data.
BS : Backspace SP: Space The following characters and symbols can be used.
SP : Space

The following characters and symbols can be used.

0 l 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 A B C D E F G H
I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
A b c d e f g h i j k l m n o p q r
s t u v w x y z ? < > + - * / . , ; :

Note: The characters on the upper two lines can be used for the ID data.
Adjustment for better
White balance adjustment
Adjust the white balance when illumination conditions are changed.
1. Set WHT BAL to MEM in the menu mode.
2. Select the direct mode.
3. Adjust the lens iris appropriately.
4. Place a white thing in the scene and zoom in.
5. Press the AWB switch. Then, AUTO WHITE: ON is displayed, and white balance is adjusted.
C. TEMP:3200K and C. TEMP:5600K are the reference- color temperatures in the camera,
and the proper temperature is selected automatically.
6. When white balance cannot be adjusted automatically, the corresponding error
message is displayed.

Error message Measures

AUTO WHITE:NG • Turn off the color bars
CHANGE TO CAM
TRY AGAIN
AUTO WHITE:NG • Set WHT BAL to MEM.
CHANGE TO MEM
TRY AGAIN
AUTO WHITE:NG • Insufficient quantity of light
LOW LIGHT • Increase illumination, open the lens iris, or increase gain to obtain an
TRY AGAIN appropriate video level.
• Press the AWB switch again
AUTO WHITE:NG • Color temperature is too high.
C.TEMP HIGH (Continue to use if there is no practical problem.)
TRY AGAIN • Lower the color temperature by adding a
warm color temperature correcting filter to the lens or the illumination.
AUTO WHITE:NG • Color temperature is too low.
C.TEMP LOW (Continue to use if there is no practical problem.)
TRY AGAIN • Increase the color temperature by adding a cold
color temperature correcting filter to the lens or the illumination

Real-time auto white balance

The built-in microprocessor adjusts the white balance in real-time by detecting white portion
in the signal sent from the camera. This function is useful when color temperature changes in
lapse of time.
(Note) when illumination is changed from reddish light source (electric bulb or the like) to bluish
one (fluorescent lamp, cloudy sky, or the like), white balance will be lost instantly. This is not
due to failure. White balance will be regained in the lapse of time.
Set WHT BAL to AUTO in the menu mode.
Auto shading correction
Uneveness in colors may be observed in the vertical direction according to a lens. This camera
is provided with the function to correct such uneveness in colors automatically. Two correction
modes are available. Prior to execution of correction, select the desired correction
mode in the menu mode.
Mode Application

SHAD MODE:COLOR Normal lens

SHAD MODE:LUMIN Microscope

1. Establish the direct mode.
2. Set the lens iris appropriately.
3. Allow a white object to be displayed on the entire screen.
Use care that uneveness in colors cannot he observed in the vertical direction.
4. Press the ASC switch. Then, AUTO SHADING:OK is displayed, and uneveness in colors is corrected.
5. When auto shading correction is not made, the corresponding message is displayed.
Repeat the above procedure, if necessary.
(Note) When the ASC switch is pressed, a message can disappear in accordance with the brightness of a
white object in a scene. This is not due to failure. In this case, correction is being performed. Therefore,
do not move the camera, or do not change the lens iris until the message AUTO SHADING:OK or NG
is displayed. If wrong operation is made, correct shading correction data is not
obtained. If wrong operation is made, repeat the steps 1 thru 4 above.

Error message Measures

AUTO SHADING:NG • Turn off the color bars.
CHANGE TO CAM
TRY AGAIN
AUTO SHADING:NG • Insufficient quantity of light
LOW LIGHT • Increase illumination, open the lens iris, or increase gain to obtain an
TRY AGAIN appropriate video level.
• Press the AWB switch again
AUTO SHADING:NG • Color temperature is too high.
C.TEMP HIGH (Continue to use if there is no practical problem.)
TRY AGAIN • Lower the color temperature by adding a
warm color temperature correcting filter to the lens or the illumination.
AUTO SHADING:NG • Color temperature is too low.
C.TEMP LOW (Continue to use if there is no practical problem.)
TRY AGAIN • Increase the color temperature by adding a cold
color temperature correcting filter to the lens or the illumination.
AUTO SHADING:NG • The optimum correction could not be made because correction amount
SHAD MODE: COLOR is too large. Correction has been made as much
CONTROL LIMIT as possible. Continue to use if there is no practical problem
• Replace with a lens providing less shading.
AUTO SHADING:NG • The optimum correction could not be made because correction amount
SHAD MODE: LUMIN is too large. Correction has been made as much
CONTROL LIMIT as possible. Continue to use if there is no practical problem.
• Replace with a lens providing less shading.
ALC
Three kinds of the automatic level control (ALC) functions are available by the combination
of the AGC:ON mode, SHUTTER:AES mode and AUTO IRIS. Therefore, a stable video output signal
is available for the wide change in quantity of light.
Note 1. The AES function is not available for a lens of VIDEO type.
2. When an auto iris lens is not used, set TYPE to DC and IRIS to MANUAL, using the LENS
menu.

AGC range Auto iris range

AES range (corresponding)
(DC type) to 4 lens stops)

AGC, LENS & AES

+6dB to 0dB OPEN LIMIT CLOSE LIMIT

+18dB

AGC range Auto iris range (VIDEO type)

AGC & LENS

+6dB to 0dB
+18dB

AGC range AES range (corresponding

To 4 lens stops)

AGC & AES

+6dB to 0dB
+18dB
 5 4 3 2 1

9 8 7 6

4 1 REMOTE Connector
Pin # Signal
1 +12V output
3 2 2 SD input
3 SD output
4 GND

1 3 12V IN Connector
Pin # Signal
1 +12V output
2 GND
2
3 NC

LENS Connector
1 3 LENS Connector Canon PH10x8.5P RGE
Pin # Signal Pin # Signal
1 Control 1 Power
2 GND 2 NC
3 +12V 3 Video
2 4 4 NC 4 GND

Dimensions
HV-C20/HV-C20M
(TOP)
65 130

HITACHI HV-C20 2-1/4" UNC(Depth :7)

65

30 14
3 CCD
34

(Bottom)