Canon Expansion Unit EU-V3
Canon Expansion Unit EU-V3
New expansion unit for C300 Mark III / C500 Mark II that helps for easier integration into live productions and studios.
Features
- 4-pin XLR DC power input for constant power-no need for batteries
- Return video switching possible via assignable button or lens zoom controller such as the Canon ZSD-300D
- Tally signal
- Input via Ethernet interface/XC protocol
- RS-422 control interface (“Remote B” port
- RJ-45 Ethernet jack
- 12V output via 4-pin Hirose interface
- 12-pin interface for lens power
A preference for shallow depth of field and smooth background blur has led the way to an increasing use of large-sensor cameras in live production. The Expansion Unit EU-V3 expands the input/output terminals of the EOS C500 Mark II and C300 Mark III to enable multi-camera live production using Cinema EOS. The expansion unit increases the operational capability of these two cameras supporting specialised functions for live broadcasting include a “tally” function that indicates which camera the live video is being captured with, and a “return” function that notifies operators which camera is currently broadcasting live. In addition, the unit supports a “focus position guide” function that enables operators to register a desired focus position and also display the current focus position on-screen. This makes possible quick focusing during live productions without missing a single moment.
Return Input
Support Return signal input that is indispensable for live camera operation. Switching of signals is possible via lens demand or from the assignable button.
The return output destination can be selected from the VIDEO, EVF-V50, MON./HDMI and SDI OUT terminal.
Return Input Video Format
Support Tally input via Ethernet using XC Protocol
When EU-V3/Camera body receive Tally:
- Tally lights of camera body display
- OSD Tally display
- Send Tally signal via Hirose 4-pin
Enable to select Tally display details on Menu.
Specifications
- DC-IN: Compatible with 4 pin XLR 12 V power supply/compatible with V-mounted battery
- Return/Genlock connector: 3G/HD-SDI On-AIR Video Confirmation and Genlock
- Ether terminal: Ether terminal equivalent to EU-V1/V2
- Remote B (RS422) Remote B connector equivalent to EU-V1/V2
- 12 V output terminal: Power supply to the on-camera monitor/GPIO (REC/tally out) support
- Lens 12 pin connector: Power supply to the lens and various lens control communications
- Assign button: Assign 1/2/3 and MENU/Cross/CANCEL/FUNC
- Item Dimensions: 5.6” (W) x 7.4” (H) x 4.0” (D)
- Weight: Approx. 1.5 lbs.
In The Box
- Canon EU-V3 Expansion Unit
- Terminal Cap
- Hex Socket Head Bolt (M4)