1. Pengenalan
The VILTROX DC-550 Pro is a high-performance 5.5-inch touchscreen field monitor designed for professional photographers and videographers. It offers a sharp, bright display with advanced monitoring features to enhance your shooting workflow. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your DC-550 Pro monitor.
Figure 1.1: VILTROX DC-550 Pro Monitor and Accessories.
Key features include a 1200 Nits daylight-visible display, 4K HDMI input/output, custom 3D LUT support, and versatile power options.
2. Kandungan Pakej
Sila semak kandungan pakej semasa membuka kotak untuk memastikan semua item ada:
- 1x VILTROX DC-550 Pro Camera Video Monitor
- 1x Tudung Matahari
- 1x VILTROX NP-F550 Battery
- 1x VL-550 Cold Shoe Adapter
- 1x Kabel Jenis-C
- 1x Kabel HDMI Standard
- 1x Kabel HDMI Mini
- 1x Plastic Carrying Case
- 1x Manual Pengguna (dokumen ini)
- 1x Kotak Pembungkusan
Figure 2.1: Carrying Case and NP-F550 Battery.
3. Produk Lebihview
3.1 Komponen dan Kawalan
Figure 3.1: DC-550 Pro Monitor Layout and Interfaces.
The DC-550 Pro features a robust design with intuitive controls:
- Butang Kuasa: Located on the left side, used to turn the monitor on/off.
- Butang Tombol: Multi-functional rotary knob for menu navigation and settings adjustment. Press to confirm, rotate to scroll.
- F1/F2/F3 Buttons: Customizable function buttons for quick access to frequently used features.
- Butang Kembali: Used to go back in menus.
- Slot Kad SD: For importing 3D LUTs and firmware upgrades.
- Petak Bateri: Accommodates Sony NP-F series batteries.
- 1/4-inch Screw Holes: Two mounting points for attaching to cameras, cages, or tripods.
3.2 Pelabuhan dan Ketersambungan
- Input HDMI: Connects to your camera's HDMI output. Supports up to 4K 30Hz (3840x2160p, 4096x2160p at 30/25/24Hz).
- Output HDMI: For looping out the video signal to another monitor or device.
- Bicu Fon Kepala 3.5mm: Untuk pemantauan audio.
- DC IN (12-18V): Untuk bekalan kuasa luaran.
- Type-C (5V 3A): For power bank supply and charging.
Figure 3.2: HDMI Input/Output Connectivity.
4. Persediaan
4.1 Battery Installation and Powering On/Off
- Insert the provided NP-F550 battery into the battery compartment on the back of the monitor until it clicks into place.
- Alternatively, connect a DC 12-18V power adapter to the DC IN port or a 5V 3A power bank to the Type-C port.
- Press and hold the power button on the left side of the monitor to turn it on.
- Untuk mematikan, tekan dan tahan butang kuasa sekali lagi sehingga paparan dimatikan.
Figure 4.1: Multiple Power Supply Options.
4.2 Connecting to a Camera
- Mount the DC-550 Pro monitor to your camera's hot shoe using the VL-550 cold shoe adapter, or attach it to a rig/tripod via the 1/4-inch screw holes.
- Connect one end of the appropriate HDMI cable (Standard HDMI or Mini HDMI, depending on your camera) to your camera's HDMI output port.
- Connect the other end of the HDMI cable to the HDMI IN port on the DC-550 Pro monitor.
- Ensure both the camera and monitor are powered on. The camera's video feed should appear on the monitor.
Figure 4.2: Monitor Mounted on a Camera.
4.3 Attaching the Sun Hood
The included sun hood helps to reduce glare and improve visibility in bright outdoor conditions.
- Align the sun hood with the grooves around the monitor's screen.
- Gently push the sun hood into place until it is securely attached.
- The sun hood is quick-release and collapsible for easy storage and deployment.
Figure 4.3: Sun Hood Attachment and Functionality.
5. Arahan Operasi
5.1 Touchscreen and Button Control
The DC-550 Pro offers flexible control options:
- Full Touchscreen Mode: Use pinch-to-zoom gestures to easily zoom in and out of your footage. Tap the screen to access menu settings and functions.
- Mod Butang: Utilize the rotary knob and function buttons for precise selection and settings adjustments.
Figure 5.1: Convenient Touchscreen and Button Control.
5.2 Navigasi Menu dan Tetapan
Double-tap the screen to wake up the menu. Click on the top right corner to access system settings. You can change the language to English from here.
Figure 5.2: Language Setting Instructions.
Navigate through the menu using the touchscreen or the rotary knob to adjust various settings such as brightness, contrast, color temperature, and aspect ratio.
5.3 Professional Monitoring Functions
The DC-550 Pro includes a suite of professional monitoring tools:
- Parade Waveform: Displays the luminance and chrominance levels of your video signal.
- Vectorscope: Shows the color information of your video signal.
- Histogram Kecerahan: Visualizes the tonal distribution of your image.
- Auxiliary Focus (Peaking): Highlights in-focus areas for precise manual focusing.
- Audio Column: Displays audio levels.
- Image Mirroring/Flip: Membalikkan imej secara mendatar atau menegak.
- Warna Palsu: Helps to evaluate exposure levels.
- Zum: Membesarkan sebahagian imej untuk fokus kritikal.
- Garisan Grid: Provides compositional guides.
- Kawasan Selamat: Defines safe zones for broadcast.
- Nisbah Mark: Displays various aspect ratio markers.
Figure 5.3: All-round Video Monitoring Features.
5.4 Custom 3D LUT Import
You can import custom 3D LUTs (Look Up Tables) via an SD card to apply various creative effects or to monitor footage shot in Log mode.
- Save your .cube or .dat LUT files ke kad SD.
- Insert the SD card into the monitor's SD card slot.
- Navigate to the 3D LUT menu option and select your desired LUT to apply it.
Figure 5.4: Custom 3D LUT Functionality.
6. Penyelenggaraan
6.1 Pembersihan
- Gunakan kain lembut dan kering untuk membersihkan badan monitor.
- For the screen, use a microfiber cloth specifically designed for optical surfaces. If necessary, dampen the cloth slightly with a screen cleaning solution.
- Avoid using harsh chemicals, solvents, or abrasive materials, as they can damage the screen or finish.
6.2 Penyimpanan
- When not in use, store the monitor in its plastic carrying case to protect it from dust, moisture, and physical damage.
- Remove the battery if storing for extended periods to prevent battery discharge or leakage.
- Simpan di tempat yang sejuk dan kering jauh dari cahaya matahari langsung dan suhu yang melampau.
Figure 6.1: Monitor Cooling System.
7. Penyelesaian masalah
| Masalah | Kemungkinan Punca | Penyelesaian |
|---|---|---|
| Monitor tidak dihidupkan. | Battery is dead or not inserted correctly; power cable is loose or faulty. | Ensure battery is charged and correctly inserted. Check power cable connections. Try a different power source. |
| No video signal from camera. | HDMI cable is loose or faulty; incorrect HDMI port used; camera output settings. | Check HDMI cable connection. Ensure cable is connected to HDMI IN. Verify camera's HDMI output settings. Try a different HDMI cable. |
| Skrin sentuh tidak bertindak balas. | Temporary software glitch; screen is dirty. | Restart the monitor. Clean the screen with a soft cloth. If problem persists, use button controls. |
| Kualiti imej kurang baik. | Incorrect display settings; dirty screen; low-quality input signal. | Adjust brightness, contrast, and color settings. Clean the screen. Ensure camera is outputting a high-quality signal. |
8. Spesifikasi
| Ciri | Perincian |
|---|---|
| Saiz Paparan | 5.5 inci |
| Resolusi | 1920 x 1080 (HD Penuh) |
| Kecerahan | 1200 Nit |
| Viewsudut | 160° IPS Panel |
| Nisbah Kontras | 1200:1 |
| Penentukuran Warna | REC-709 |
| HDMI Input/Output | Supports up to 4K 30Hz (3840x2160p, 4096x2160p at 30/25/24Hz) |
| Bekalan Kuasa | Sony NP-F series battery (included), DC IN 12-18V, Type-C 5V 3A |
| Dimensi | Lebih kurang 16.3 x 9.1 x 2.8 cm (6.42 x 3.58 x 1.1 inci) |
| Berat badan | Tidak dinyatakan |
| Jenis Fokus | Manual |
9. Waranti dan Sokongan
VILTROX offers a one-year exchange service and friendly customer support for all customers.
For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or warranty claims, please contact VILTROX customer service through their official channels or the retailer where you purchased the product.
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