Audio/Video Production
Studio
Camera
Operation,
Safety,
and Storage
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The Studio Camera
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High-quality camera is heavy and
cannot be properly maneuvered
without a camera mount
Used for studio productions
Can be used on big remotes
Operates as part of a camera
chain
Other types of cameras are self
contained, can deliver signal
directly to a VTR
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Parts of the Camera
Review
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Lens
Selects a field of view
Produces a small optical
image of this view
Camera
Camera body with internal
optical system
Imaging device (pickup
device)
Viewfinder
Shows a small video image
on a screen of what the lens
is seeing
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Operating the Studio Camera
Some consider studio camera easier to
operate than a portable or camcorder
 All electronic adjustments are done for you by
a video operator or engineer
 They operate
and control the
CCU (camera
control unit)
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Intercom Headset
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Used to
communicate with
the director and
other crew
members
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Avoid any
unnecessary talking
on the intercom
headset
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Camera Cable
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Carries video and audio signals to and from
the CCU
Contains numerous small cables
Do not bend or tightly
coil the cable;
bending and tight
coiling may damage
or break small wires
in the cable
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Control Handles
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Used to move (tilt,
pan, truck, or dolly)
the camera
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Never let go of the
control handles or
leave the camera if
the pan and tilt locks
are unlocked
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Pan and Tilt Locks
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Pan and tilt controls
should be unlocked
anytime the camera
is moved
Unlock pan control
first, then the tilt
controls
This prevents
accidental tilting
and camera
damage
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Studio Viewfinder
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Usually five or seven
inches
Can tilt or turn to the
sides
Avoid touching the
viewfinder screen
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Zoom and Focus Controls
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Zoom Control
Usually located on the right control handle
Usually a rocker lever
Focus Control
Usually located on the left control handle
Usually a knob that turns
Avoid touching the lens surface
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Tally Light
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Mounted on top of the
camera or viewfinder
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Indicates the camera that
is “on the air”
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Be sure it is off before
focusing or moving
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Many Steps to Follow
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Steps should be completed in order
Helps insure safe operation of the camera
Reduces injury to camera operator or crew
Helps prolong the camera’s life
Reduces damage to the camera
Refer to the operation manual for your studio
cameras, remote zoom, and focus controls
for other precautions and information
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