Portkeys HS8 Camera Field Monitor User Manual

1. Johdanto

The Portkeys HS8 is an 8-inch high-brightness camera field monitor designed for professional video production. It features an 1100nit display, 3D LUT support, 4K HDMI input, and 3G SDI input/output, all housed in a durable aluminum body. This manual provides detailed instructions for setting up, operating, and maintaining your HS8 monitor.

Kuva 1.1: Edessä view of the Portkeys HS8 Camera Field Monitor.

2. Pakkauksen sisältö

Please check the package contents upon opening to ensure all items are present.

• Portkeys HS8 Monitor
• D-TAP B - ruuvattava tasavirtakaapeli
• Näytön puhdistusliina
• Asiakaspalautekortti
• M3 Allen Screw*4
• M2 kuusiokoloavain
• Kuppikannen tiiviste * 4
• Micro USB -muistitikku

Image 2.1: Visual representation of the Portkeys HS8 package contents.

3. Asennusopas

3.1 Näytön kiinnittäminen

The Portkeys HS8 features VESA 100 x 100 mounting points for secure attachment to various camera rigs or stands. It also includes standard 1/4-inch screw threads for flexible mounting options.

Kuva 3.1: Takaosa view of the monitor highlighting VESA mounting points and dual NP-F battery plates.

3.2 Näytön virran kytkeminen

The HS8 monitor offers multiple power options:

• Dual NP-F Battery Plates: Insert two compatible Sony NP-F style batteries into the dedicated slots on the back of the monitor.
• 7–20 V tasavirtatulo: Connect an external power source using the provided D-Tap cable to the 5.5mm barrel connector.
• VESA 100 x 100 Mounting Points: These points can be used with V-Mount or Gold-Mount battery plates (sold separately) for extended power.
• NP-F Dummy Battery Plate with Power Passthrough: A built-in dummy battery plate provides 8V/10W power passthrough, allowing you to attach and power a wireless transmitter directly from the monitor.

Image 3.2: Detail of the NP-F battery plates and power passthrough for accessories.

Image 3.3: Illustration of the dual NP-F battery plate configuration.

3.3 Videolähteiden liittäminen

The HS8 monitor supports both HDMI and SDI video inputs and outputs.

• HDMI -tulo: Connect your camera or video source to the HDMI IN port. The monitor supports up to 4K HDMI input.
• 3G SDI Input/Output: Use the SDI IN port for SDI video sources. The SDI OUT port can be used to loop out the signal to another monitor or device.
• HDMI-lähtö: The HDMI OUT port allows simultaneous output of the video signal.

Kuva 3.4: ohiview näytön tulo- ja lähtöporteista.

4. Käyttöohjeet

4.1 Virta päälle/pois

Locate the power switch on the side of the monitor. Slide it to the "ON" position to power on the device. Slide to "OFF" to power down.

4.2 Käyttöliittymän (UI) navigointi

The Portkeys HS8 features a custom operating system with a user-friendly interface. Navigate through menus and settings using the touch screen or the physical buttons.

Image 4.1: The monitor's intuitive user interface for accessing functions and settings.

4.3 Professional Monitoring Tools

The HS8 includes a suite of professional monitoring tools accessible via the UI:

• aaltomuoto: Visualisoi videosignaalisi luminanssi- ja krominanssitasot.
• Histogrammi: Displays the distribution of tones in your image.
• Seepra: Highlights overexposed areas to prevent clipping.
• Huippu: Assists with focus by highlighting sharp edges.
• Väärä väri: Uses color overlays to represent exposure levels.
• Anamorphic Image De-squeeze: Corrects the aspect ratio of anamorphic footage.
• Äänimittarit: Displays audio levels for monitoring sound.
• 3D LUT: Supports loading custom 3D Look-Up Tables for accurate color representation and creative grading.

Kuva 4.2: Näytön esitysasing its professional monitoring features.

Kuva 4.3: Yksityiskohtainen view of waveform and histogram tools on the HS8 monitor.

Image 4.4: False color display on the HS8 for precise exposure control.

Image 4.5: Peaking function in action on the HS8 monitor to aid focusing.

Image 4.6: Key features of the Portkeys HS8 monitor.

Image 4.7: The monitor's display quality with REC.709 color and high brightness.

5. Huolto

5.1 Näytön puhdistaminen

To clean the screen, use the provided screen cleaning wipe or a soft, lint-free cloth. For stubborn smudges, lightly dampen the cloth with a screen-safe cleaning solution. Avoid harsh chemicals or abrasive materials.

5.2 Varastointi

When not in use, store the monitor in a dry, cool place, away from direct sunlight and extreme temperatures. It is recommended to use a protective case to prevent damage during transport or storage.

6. Vianmääritys

6.1 Ei virtaa

• Varmista, että akut ovat täyteen ladattuja ja oikein asennettuja.
• If using DC power, verify the power cable is securely connected and the power source is active.
• Check the power switch is in the "ON" position.

6.2 Ei videosignaalia

• Confirm the video source (camera) is powered on and outputting a signal.
• Check that the HDMI or SDI cables are securely connected to both the monitor and the source.
• Varmista, että näytöllä on valittuna oikea tulolähde.
• Test with different cables or video sources if possible.

6.3 Image Lag (HDMI)

Some cameras, such as the Canon R5, may experience a delay when switching between playback and shooting modes via HDMI. This is often a characteristic of the camera's HDMI output processing rather than the monitor itself. Ensure your camera's firmware is up to date and check its settings for HDMI output options.

7. Tekniset tiedot

Image 7.1: Visual summary of Portkeys HS8 specifications.

8. Virallinen tuotevideo

9. Takuu ja tuki

9.1 Takuutiedot

The Portkeys HS8 Camera Field Monitor comes with a 1 vuoden valmistajan takuu ostopäivästä lukien. Tämä takuu kattaa materiaali- ja valmistusvirheet normaalissa käytössä. Säilytä ostokuitti takuuvaatimuksia varten.

9.2 Asiakastuki

For technical assistance, troubleshooting, or warranty inquiries, please contact Portkeys Official Store customer support. Refer to the contact information provided with your product or visit the official Portkeys websivusto.