Panasonic Aj Sdx900 Operating Instructions Manual

							Model No.AJ- P
Operating Instructions
Camera/VTR
Before operating this product, please read the instructions carefully and save this manual for future use.
Printed in Japan
VQT0D82-1F0403T1073@P 
						

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Contents
Chapter 1 General  ................................... 5
1-1 Features of the camera unit  ..................... 5
1-2 Features of the VTR unit  .......................... 6
1-3 System configuration  ............................... 7
Chapter 2 Parts and their functions  ...... 8
2-1 Power supply and accessory
mounting section  ...................................... 8
2-2 Audio function section  ............................. 9
2-3 Shooting and recording/playback
function section  ...................................... 11
2-4 Menu operation section .......................... 13
2-5 Time code related section  ...................... 14
2-6 Warning and status display section ...... 15
2-7 Display window and its displays  ........... 15
2-8 Viewfinder section  .................................. 17
Chapter 3 Recording and playback ..... 18
3-1 Cassette tapes ......................................... 18
3-2 Basic procedures  .................................... 19
3-3 Scene-to-scene continuity  ..................... 21
3-4 NEWS REC function
(when AJ-YA903G is not installed) ........ 21
3-5 PRE-RECORDING function
(when AJ-YA903G is installed)  .............. 22
3-6 INTERVAL REC function
(when AJ-YA903G is installed
and when it is not installed)  ................... 22
3-7 RETAKE function  .................................... 24
3-8 Rec review function  ................................ 24
3-9 Normal playback and 
playback at different speeds .................. 24
Chapter 4 Adjustments and
settings for recording  ......... 25
4-1 Adjusting the white balance and
black balance  .......................................... 25
4-1-1 Adjusting the white balance  ..................... 25
4-1-2 Adjusting the black balance  ..................... 27
4-2 Setting the electronic shutter  ................ 28
4-2-1 Shutter modes .......................................... 28
4-2-2 Setting the shutter mode and speed  ........ 28
4-2-3 Setting the synchro scan mode ................ 29
4-3 Selecting the recording signals
and recording system ............................. 29
4-3-1 Selecting the recording signals  ................ 29
4-3-2 Selecting the recording system  ................ 29
4-4 Selecting the audio input signals and
adjusting their recording levels ............. 30
4-4-1 Selecting the audio input signals  ............. 30
4-4-2
Adjusting the audio signal recording levels.... 30
4-4-3 CH3 and CH4 recording levels  ................ 31
4-5 Setting the time data ............................... 31
4-5-1 Setting the user’s bit  ................................ 31
4-5-2 Setting the internal clock’s date and time  32
4-5-3 Setting the time code  ............................... 33
4-5-4 Externally locking the time code  .............. 33
4-5-5 Setting the UMID information  ................... 34
4-6Menu displays on the viewfinder screen...... 35
4-6-1 Menu configuration  .................................. 35
4-6-2 Basic menu operations  ............................ 35
4-6-3 Selecting the user menus  ........................ 36
4-7 Viewfinder screen status displays  ........ 37
4-7-1 Viewfinder lamp displays .......................... 37
4-7-2 Viewfinder screen status display
configuration ............................................ 37
4-7-3 Selecting the viewfinder screen display
items ........................................................ 37
4-7-4 Display modes and setting
changes/adjustment result messages ...... 43
4-7-5 Setting the marker displays ...................... 43
4-7-6 Setting the camera ID  .............................. 43
4-7-7 Mode check screen displays
(MODE CHECK button function) .............. 44
4-7-8 Marker check screen displays
(MARKER SELECT button function) ........ 44
4-7-9 Checking the return video signal
on the viewfinder  ...................................... 44
4-8 Menu-driven function setup  ................... 45
4-8-1 Setting the USER SW GAIN switching  .... 45
4-8-2 Selecting the video output signals  ........... 45
4-8-3 Selecting the F.AUDIO LEVEL
control function ......................................... 46
4-8-4 Allocating functions to the USER MAIN,
USER1 and USER2 buttons  .................... 46
4-8-5 Setting the color temperature manually  ... 47
4-9 Data handling  .......................................... 47
4-9-1 Handling the setup card  ........................... 47
4-9-2 Setup card operations  .............................. 48
4-9-3 How to use the user data  ......................... 51
4-9-4 How to use the scene file data  ................. 52
4-9-5 How to return the menus settings
to the user standard settings .................... 55
4-9-6 How to return the menus settings
to the factory standard settings  ................ 55
4-9-7 How to use the lens file data  .................... 55
Chapter 5 Preparation  .......................... 56
5-1 Supplying the power ............................... 56
5-1-1 Attaching the battery and
setting the battery type ............................. 56
5-1-2 Using an AC power supply ...................... 59
5-2 Attaching the viewfinder and
adjusting its position  .............................. 59
5-3 Attaching the lens and performing
the flange back and white shading
adjustments ............................................. 60 
						

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Contents
5-4 Audio input signal preparations  ............ 64
5-4-1 When using the front microphone  ............ 64
5-4-2 When using an external microphone  ....... 64
5-4-3 When using a wireless receiver  ............... 65
5-4-4  When using an audio component ................. 65
5-5 Mounting the unit on a tripod  ................ 66
5-6 Attaching the shoulder strap  ................. 66
5-7 Adjusting the position
of the shoulder pad ................................. 66
5-8 Attaching the rain cover  ......................... 67
5-9 Connecting the extension control unit
(AJ-EC3P) ................................................ 67
5-10 Attacching the FEONT AUDIO LEVEL
control knob  ............................................ 67
Chapter 6Maintenance and inspections.... 68
6-1 Inspections prior to shooting  ................ 68
6-1-1 Preparation for inspections  ...................... 68
6-1-2 Inspecting the camera unit  ....................... 68
6-1-3 Inspecting the VTR unit ............................ 69
6-1-4 Self-diagnosis function  ............................. 70
6-2 Maintenance ............................................ 71
6-2-1 Condensation ............................................ 71
6-2-2 Head cleaning ........................................... 71
6-2-3 Cleaning inside the viewfinder  ................. 71
6-2-4 Phenomena inherent to CCD cameras  .... 71
6-2-5 Replacing the backup battery  .................. 71
6-2-6 Connectors and signals  ........................... 72
6-3 Warning system  ...................................... 73
6-3-1 Warning description tables ....................... 73
6-3-2 Error codes  .............................................. 75
6-3-3 Emergency eject  ...................................... 75
Chapter 7 Menu description tables  ..... 76
7-1 Menu configfation  ................................... 76
7-2 SYSTEM SETTING ................................... 77
7-2-1 SYSTEM MODE  ...................................... 77
7-2-2 OPTION MODE  ....................................... 78
7-2-3 REC FUNCTION  ...................................... 78
7-2-4 OUTPUT SEL  .......................................... 79
7-2-5 GENLOCK ............................................... 79
7-3 PAINT ....................................................... 80
7-3-1 ROP ......................................................... 80
7-3-2 MATRIX ................................................... 80
7-3-3 COLOR CORRECTION  ........................... 81
7-3-4 LOW SETTING  ........................................ 81
7-3-5 MID SETTING  .......................................... 82
7-3-6 HIGH SETTING  ....................................... 82
7-3-7 ADDTIONAL DTL ..................................... 83
7-3-8 SKIN TONE DTL  ...................................... 83
7-3-9 KNEE/LEVEL ........................................... 84
7-3-10 GAMMA ................................................... 847-3-11 FLARE ..................................................... 84
7-3-12 CAMERA SETTING  ................................. 85
7-4 VF ............................................................. 85
7-4-1 VF DISPLAYS  .......................................... 85
7-4-2 VF MARKER  ............................................ 86
7-4-3 USER BOX  .............................................. 86
7-4-4 VF INDICATOR1 ...................................... 86
7-4-5 VF INDICATOR2 ...................................... 87
7-4-6 MODE CHECK IND  ................................. 87
7-4-7 !LED ......................................................... 87
7-5 OPERATION ............................................. 88
7-5-1 CAMERA ID  ............................................. 88
7-5-2 SHUTTER SPEED  ................................... 88
7-5-3 SHUTTER SELECT  ................................. 88
7-5-4 USER SW  ................................................ 89
7-5-5 SW MODE  ............................................... 89
7-5-6 WHITE BALANCE MODE  ........................ 90
7-5-7 USER SW GAIN  ...................................... 90
7-5-8 IRIS .......................................................... 91
7-6 FILE .......................................................... 91
7-6-1 CARD READ/WRITE  ............................... 91
7-6-2 CARD R/W SELECT  ................................ 91
7-6-3 LENS FILE  ............................................... 92
7-6-4 SCENE ..................................................... 92
7-6-5 INITIALIZE ............................................... 92
7-7 MAINTENANCE ....................................... 92
7-7-1 SYSTEM CHECK ..................................... 92
7-7-2 DIAGNOSTIC ........................................... 92
7-7-3 LENS ADJ  ................................................ 92
7-7-4 BLACK SHADING  .................................... 93
7-7-5 WHITE SHADING  .................................... 93
7-8 VTR MENU  ............................................... 93
7-8-1 VTR FUNCTION  ...................................... 93
7-8-2 BATTERY/TYPE ...................................... 94
7-8-3 BATTERY SETTING1  .............................. 94
7-8-4 BATTERY SETTING2  .............................. 96
7-8-5 MIC/AUDIO1 ............................................ 97
7-8-6 MIC/AUDIO2 ............................................ 98
7-8-7 TC/UB ...................................................... 98
7-8-8 UMID SET/INFO  ...................................... 99
7-8-9 VTR DIAG  ................................................ 99
7-9 OPTION MENU.......................................... 99
7-9-1 OPTION ................................................... 99
Chapter 8 Specifications  .................... 100
UniSlot® is a registered trademark of Ikegami Tsusinki co., Ltd. 
						

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Chapter 1  General
1
≥3 CCDs with a 2/3-inch on-chip lens that
supports progressive drive
Since both 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios are supported and
switching between interlace drive and progressive drive is
possible, the unit can handle a wider range of production
applications.
While progressive drive is used, the signals transferred to
and from the VTR unit are converted into interlace signals.
≥Storage type high-sensitivity function
The unit comes with a storage type gain increase function
that employs progressive drive.  This is a function that
makes it possible to achieve a higher sensitivity of up to 20
dB above the regular gain increase.
≥Digital zoom function
The unit is equipped with a digital zoom employing function
that employs progressive drive.  This function is particularly
useful when zooming further in on a subject.
≥12-bit A/D conversion digital signal
processing circuitry
The analog images are processed into digital data by a 12-
bit A/D converter with sampling frequencies of 18 MHz and
by operating the signal processor using the 36 MHz
frequency, it is possible to reproduce images which are
more finely detailed and achieve improvements in stability
and reliability.
≥12-axis independent color correction function
Serving as a paint function, this facility enables the colors
for 12 axes to be compensated for independently and is
very useful for creating finely detailed images.

The unit is equipped with progressive drive, but due to the
characteristics of the CCD the upper left portion of the screen
may appear slightly brighter than normal when the
accumulative type gain increase function is used to boost the
gain.  In addition, when using progressive drive the video
signal’s dynamic range is approximately half what it would be
during interlace operation.
≥Gamma function resembling what is used
with films
This function enables one of three gamma types to be
selected.  Two of these types are like the ones used with
films.   This extends the range of image expressions yielded
in production.
≥Data control function
When the unit is used on its own, one set of user data and
four sets of scene file data can be registered.  Further, by
using an SD card or a Multimedia Card (optional accessory)
as the setup card, up to eight sets of setup data can be
stored.

SD card and MultiMedia card used in this unit do not comply
with the SD standard.  Do not use cards formatted using this
unit with other camera-recorders.  Further, NTFS and
FAT32 formatted cards cannot be used with this unit.
The recommended size for SD cards is 8 MB or more and 4
MB or more for MultiMedia cards.
≥MARKER SELECT button
At the front of the unit is a button for checking the
information concerning the markers on the viewfinder
screen.  This is useful for checking the picture angle, for
instance, during shooting.
≥ECU supported
The unit supports the AJ-EC3P extension control unit.
≥Single-action shoulder pad slide function
It is now possible to adjust the position where the unit is
optimally balanced for operation using a single-touch action.
This means that the operator can easily optimize the unit’s
balance when the lens, battery and other peripheral camera
devices have been installed on the unit. The AJ-SDX900 is a video camera recorder that integrates a 3-CCD camera unit featuring a 2/3-inch on-chip lens that supports
progressive drive with a VTR unit that in turn supports the DVCPRO and DVCPRO50 formats.
The camera enables either interlace drive or progressive drive to be selected to make the product useful for a wider range of
applications in the field of production.
The unit is both compact and lightweight, and it has a minimal power consumption.  It features a high picture quality and
sensitivity, it has excellent mobility, and it effectively withstands dust, humidity and moisture.  With all these features
incorporated, it can be used even for electronic news gathering activities.
Both the camera and VTR units employ digital signal processing technology to achieve even higher levels of picture quality and
stability and also to produce a system that enables the data to be controlled on the setup card.
1-1 Features of the camera unit 
						

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Chapter 1  General
≥DVCPRO and DVCPRO50 formats supported
The VTR unit compresses the images using a component
digital recording system that uses the latest compression
technology, and for the sound it employs non-compression
PCM recording with an excellent signal-to-noise ratio,
frequency band, waveform characteristics and reproduction
characteristics of the finely detailed areas.  As a result, both
the picture quality and sound quality are taken to new
heights of excellence.
A choice of recording formats tailored to the application at
hand is offered: the DVCPRO50 format when priority is
required to be given to the picture quality, and the DVCPRO
format when economy is to be given precedence.

When the unit is used in the 24P or 24PA camera mode,
care should be taken in handling as the images may be
disrupted for an instant due to the fact that the correlation
between the time code and image phases is synchronized
using a 5-frame sequence.
This image disruption will occur two or three seconds after
the power has been turned on and when the mode is
switched from 60i or 30P to 24P or 24PA.
≥Power-saving management function
In order to reduce its power consumption efficiently, the unit
has a function that shuts down circuitry that is not required
for the particular VTR mode established at the time.  This
enables the user to perform operations while conserving
power.
≥PRE REC function (when AJ-YA903G is
installed)
When the AJ-YA903G expansion board has been installed
in the unit, this function makes it possible to start recording
the images and sound up to 15 seconds before the VTR
START button or the VTR button on the lens is pressed.
This comes in handy to ensure that no shooting
opportunities are passed up.
≥INTERVAL REC function and ONE SHOT
recording function (when AJ-YA903G is
installed)
This unit is capable of interval shooting.  Also, when the AJ-
YA903G expansion board is installed, memory control
enables one-shot recording in 1-frame increments (in the 60i
or 30P mode), which is the shortest recordable time, and
also in 5-frame increments (in the 24P or 24PA mode). This
is quite useful when it comes to shooting programs on
science or the natural world.  If the selection is set to the
one-shot recording function, single frames can easily be
shot.
≥NEWS REC function (when AJ-YA903G is not
installed)
This function especially supports shooting in the context of
news gathering or documentary filming to ensure that no
opportune shutter opportunities are passed up.
By controlling the start key acknowledgment time, the unit
can continuously record without the user having to interrupt
the recording: this safeguards against the failure to record
those precious moments—a failure that occurs when
recording is resumed after it has been shut down
temporarily.
≥RETAKE function
This function is for not leaving behind superfluous cuts when
a cut turns out to be no good during the shooting of news,
reports or art programmes.  By cutting down on the time
taken for copying onto the work tape, for instance, this
function is very effective in achieving economical operation.
Users should remember to handle this function very
carefully.
≥SDI output signals supported (when AJ-
YA903G is installed)
When the AJ-YA903G expansion board has been installed in the
unit, SDI signals can be output from the VIDEO OUT connector.
≥Input signals of 4 separate audio channels
supported
The unit enables the audio input signals in four channels to
be selected separately.  Further, the level of the signal in
each channel can be monitored on the LCD display window.
≥Front audio level control
The unit’s front panel is equipped with a control for adjusting
the audio recording level.  This is useful when the user is
filming on his or her own and the audio level needs to be
adjusted.  It also is possible to cancel the effect of this control.
≥UniSlot® wireless receiver
The unit’s construction supports a slot-in wireless receiver
which is available as an optional accessory.
≥Built-in DOLBY NR system
The CUE audio recording circuitry contains a Dolby B noise
reduction circuit.
≥
Dolby noise reduction manufactured under license from
Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
≥
“DOLBY” and the double-D symbol Î
are trademarks
of Dolby Laboratories Licensing Corporation.
1-2 Features of the VTR unit 
						

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Chapter 1  General
1
Microphone kit:
AJ-MC700
Stereo Microphone:
AJ-MC900G
UniSlot®wireless
microphone receiver:
Sennheiser EK3041
Microphone holder:
AJ-MH700
Lens
(Bayonet type):
Fujinon, Canon
Rain cover:
SHAN-RC700
Soft carry case:
AJ-SC900
Hard carry case:
AJ-HT901
Battery case:
AU-M402H
Battery
case/holder
AC adapter:
AJ-B75
SDI output board:
AJ-YA902G
Pre-recording board
AJ-YA903G
Cassette tapes:
AJ-P12MP
AJ-P24MP
AJ-P33MP
AJ-P66MP
Cleaning tape:
AJ-CL12MP
Anton Bauer
battery
Sony batteries:
BP-90
BP-L60/L90
NP-1B
Extension control unit:
AJ-EC3P
1.5-inch
viewfinders:
AJ-VF15
AJ-VF20
GPS unit:
AJ-GPS900G
Video camera-recorder:
AJ-SDX900
1-3 System configuration
5-inch EVF
mounting adapter:
AJ-QVF901
Battery chargers:
AG-B425
AJ-B450
SD memory cards
Multimedia cards
Panasonic battery:
AU-BP402
≥Frame-to-frame continuity
Simply by pressing the VTR START button or VTR button
on the lens, the continuity from one frame to the next is
assured with a precision of +1 frame or less.
≥Rec review function
This automatically rewinds the tape for the last 2 to 10
seconds recorded and plays back the recording.  This
enables what was recorded to be monitored without delay.
≥Built-in time code generator/reader
This enables the time code information to be recorded on
the dedicated sub-code track and played back.
≥Metadata supported
The unit allows information from the AJ-GPS900G GPS unit to
be recorded on tape as the metadata UMID information.  This
is useful when it comes to managing on-tape information. 
						

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Chapter 2  Parts and their functions
1POWER switch
This switch turns the power ON and OFF.
3DC IN (external power input) socket (XLR, 4P)
When operating this unit using an AC power source, this
socket is connected to the model AJ-B75 AC adapter
(optional accessory).
2Battery mount
This is for attaching the Anton Bauer battery pack.
4BREAKER switch
If an excessively high current flows inside the unit due to
some problem or other, the circuit breaker is tripped and
the power is automatically turned off to protect the unit.
Push this button in after an inspection has been conducted
or repairs performed inside the unit by a qualified service
person.  If there are no problems, the power will come
back on.
5GPS connector
The connector from AJ-GPS900G, a GPS unit available as
an optional accessory, is connected here.
6Shoulder belt fittings
The shoulder belt is attached here.
7Light shoe
Use this to attach the video light, etc.
8Lens mount (bayonet type)
The lens is attached to this mount.
9Lens lever
This lever is tightened to secure the lens after the lens has
been attached to the lens mount.
:Lens mount cap
To remove the cap, push the lens lever :up.
Keep the cap in place while the lens is not attached.
;Lens cable/microphone cable clamp
This clamp is for anchoring the lens cable or microphone
cable.
Easy-to-adjust shoulder pad
The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted
backward or forward so that the unit is balanced when it is
carried on the user’s shoulder.
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2-1 Power supply and accessory mounting section 
						

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Chapter 2  Parts and their functions
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2-2 Audio function section (input system)
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1MIC IN (microphone input) jack (XLR, 3-pin)
Connect the microphone (optional accessory) here.  The
power for the microphone is supplied from this jack.
It is possible to use a stereo microphone; however, this
jack will need to be converted to a stereo microphone jack,
so please consult your dealer or a service center specified
by your dealer.
3AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 &
2 automatic/manual level adjustment
selector) switch
This is used to select the method for adjusting the
recording levels of audio channels 1 and 2.
AUTO:Set here for automatic adjustment.
MAN:Set here for manual adjustment.
2AUDIO LEVEL CH1/CH2 (audio channel 1 & 2
recording level adjustment) controls
When the AUDIO SELECT CH1/CH2 switch 3 is set to
MAN, the recording level of audio channels 1 and 2 can be
adjusted using these controls.
The controls come with a locking mechanism. Therefore,
to adjust the recording level, simultaneously push in and
turn the controls.
4AUDIO IN (audio input selector) switch
These are used to select the input signals to be recorded
on audio channels 1, 2, 3 and 4.
FRONT:The input signals supplied from the
microphone which has been connected
to the MIC IN jack 1are recorded.
W.L. (wireless):The input signals from the slot-in
wireless microphone receiver are
recorded.
REAR:The audio input signals supplied from
the audio component which has been
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2
connectors 5are recorded.
5AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio input channel 1 &
2) connectors (XLR, 3-pin)
An audio component or microphones are connected here.
6LINE/MIC/+48V (line input/mic input/mic
input + 48V) selector switch
This is used to switch the audio input signals from the
audio component which has been connected to the AUDIO
IN CH1/CH2 connectors 5.
LINE:The audio input signals from the audio component
serving as the line input are selected.
MIC:The audio input signals from the internal power
supply type of microphone are selected. (The
phantom mic power is not supplied from the unit.)
+48V:The audio input signals from the external power
supply type of microphone are selected.  (The
phantom mic power is supplied from the unit.)
7Wireless receiver slot
The UniSlot® wireless receiver (optional accessory) can
be attached here.
8FRONT AUDIO LEVEL (audio recording level
adjustment) control
This enables the recording level of audio channels 1 and 2
to be adjusted.  This level can be adjusted regardless of
the setting position of the AUDIO SELECT switch.
When the  screen is opened from the VTR
MENU page by performing a menu operation, whether to
enable or disable the operation of this level control can be
set using the FRONT VR CH1 and FRONT VR CH2
setting items. 
						

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Chapter 2  Parts and their functions
9AUDIO OUT connector (XLR, 5-pin)
The audio signals recorded on audio channels 1 and 2 or
audio channels 3 and 4 are output from this connector.
The signals which are to be output are selected using the
MONITOR SELECT CH1/2 / CH3/4 selector switch.
:MONITOR SELECT (audio channel) CH1/2 /
CH3/4 selector switch
This is used to select the audio channels whose signals
are to be output to the speaker, earphone and AUDIO
OUT connector.
CH1/2: The signals of audio channels 1 and 2 are output.
CH3/4: The signals of audio channels 3 and 4 are output.
In addition, the channel indications for the audio level
meters appearing in the display window and viewfinder
change when this switch is operated.
>Speaker
The EE sound during recording or the playback sound
during playback can be monitored through this speaker.
The warning alarms are output in synchronization with the
flashing or lighting of the warning lamps and warning
displays.
The sound heard from the speaker is automatically cut off
when earphones are connected to the PHONES jack ?.
 or PHONES jack ?.
The warning alarms are not audible when this control is at
its lowest setting.
@DC OUT (DC power supply) output socket
This normally serves as the DC 12 V output socket. A
current of approximately 1 A can be supplied.
?PHONES (earphones) jack (mini jack)
This is the earphone (stereo) jack which is used to monitor
the audio signals.  When earphones are connected, the
sound from the speaker is automatically cut off.  The
sound which is output from the two jacks (front and rear) is
the same.
2-2 Audio function section (output system)
MONITOR
switch
CH1/3 Audio channel 1 Audio channel 3MONITOR SELECT switch
CH1/2 CH3/4
STStereo (*) signals of audio
channels 1 and 2Stereo (*) signals of audio
channels 3 and 4
CH2/4 Audio channel 2 Audio channel 4