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Overview / Locations and Functions of Parts
Overview
The HD Triax CCU Adaptor HDFX100 and HD Triax
Camera Adaptor HDTX100 are designed for connection
between a Sony high-definition video camera and camera
control unit, to convert the link format between camera and
control unit from optical fiber to Triax.
The HDFX100 links the Triax connector of the HD Triax
Camera Adaptor HDTX100 to the optical fiber connector
of the Camera Control Unit, providing the required
conversion.
The HDTX100 links the optical fiber connector of the HD
camera to the Triax connector of the HD Triax Camera
Adaptor HDTX100, providing the required conversion.
Rack mount capable
The HDFX100 can be installed in a standard EIA 19-inch
rack (three units high).
For details on rack mounting, contact a Sony Service
representative or Sales representative.
Locations and Functions
of Parts
HDFX100
Front panel
a
Power switch
This switch controls power to the entire system including
the HDFX100, video camera, HD Triax Camera Adaptor,
etc. In the “|” position, power is on. In the “
a
” position,
power is off.
b
POWER indicators
When power is turned on, the MAIN indicator and CAM
indicator light up. When the CAM POWER switch on the
Master Setup Unit or the Remote Control Panel is pressed,
only the camera power is turned off and the CAM indicator
goes out.
c
CABLE ALARM indicators
OPEN (red):
Lights up when the HD Triax
Camera Adaptor is not connected
via the Triax cable.
OPEN (flashing red):
Shows the condition of optical
signal reception at the rear-panel
HDCU connector for the HD
Camera Control Unit. When there
is a problem, the indicator flashes.
Fast flashing indicates a hazard-
level problem, and slow flashing
indicates an alert-level problem.
SHORT (red):
Lights up when one of the power
supply lines of the Triax cable is
shorted to the outer shield, or when
there is a short between the power
supply lines. While the indicator is
lit, the camera will not be powered.
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Power switch
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POWER indicators
3
CABLE ALARM indicators
