Setup, Use and Care Guide
EM43 Color External Monitor
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Gates EM43 External Color Monitor
Setup and Use
Before You Begin
Every Gates housing is pressure tested before leaving the factory to assure a watertight
seal. The EM43 is shipped with batteries installed and is ready to use. Rough or
abusive handling during shipment however, could have caused unnoticed damage after
leaving the factory. Please carefully inspect the contents of the package and the EM43
for any sign of damage during shipment. If damage is suspected, contact Gates directly
for further action.
Camera Setup
Special setup of your camera may be required to use the EM43.
9 Information display. Some cameras can be set to display important camera
information (such as battery power and record time) on the EM43. Every camera is
different in this regard, so consult your camera user manual for further help. Your
Gates housing Setup, Use and Care Guide may also have specific information on
these settings.
9 Video aspect / format. Your camera will also require setup in the menu system to
properly display a video image on the EM43. Refer to Appendix A of this User Guide
for specifics.
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Camera video connection. The location
and type of connection required to supply the
EM43 a video signal from your camera is
specific to the camera. The Setup, Use and
Care Guide for your housing will contain
details on this connection.
9 ꢀCaution: If you are not using
the EM43 monitor do not plug the video
connector into your camera.
Example connection of
EM43 video wire to the
Canon XL1s
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Mounting
Attachment of the EM43 to any housing is straightforward. The dovetail base will slide
into the grooves on the top of the housing and then secured with thumbscrews.
Tighten in place with
thumb screws
Slide the dovetail
into the grooves
Video Connection
The EM43 will electrically connect via one of two methods: either a 2-pin EO connector
(SD interface) or a 6-pin connector (HD interface). In either case the male cable
connector will mate with an easily identifiable female bulkhead connector on the
housing.
2 pin E.O. connector
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6 pin connector
6 pin connector mated and secured with
retainer strap
Insert and fully seat the connectors to each other. The 6 pin connector can also be
secured by a retainer strap.
9 Verify operation by turning on the camera. If properly connected, the monitor will
automatically turn on and display an image within 3-4 seconds.
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Batteries
The EM43 uses 8 AA cells for power. The EM43 will accept a variety of AA cell battery
types (or chemistries):
• Alkaline (such as Duracell or Energizer)
• Oxy-nickel hydroxide (such as
Panasonic Oxyride)
• Lithium (such as Energizer e2)
• NiMH or NiCad rechargeable
ꢀCaution: Do not use mixed battery
types. This can cause battery leakage
and damage to the EM43.
Changing Batteries
To change the cells, release the latches on the
either side of the monitor and separate the two
halves where you’ll find the batteries readily
accessible.
ꢀCaution: Always install 8 new, fresh batteries when replacing spent ones. Using
new and spent batteries together can lead to leakage and damage.
ꢀCaution: Verify the batteries are installed in the holder in the proper direction.
Reversed cells may leak and cause damage.
When closing the EM43 housing, perform a routine inspection of the o-ring for any
foreign material or damage. Replace if necessary and clean the o-ring groove before
installing the new o-ring. Refer to the Gates “Housing Care and Maintenance Guide” for
more information.
ꢀCaution: Do not lubricate the large orange o-ring! It is a special silicone o-ring
and can be damaged by petroleum-based lubricants.
Battery life
The EM43 will operate for ~9 hours when in HD mode and ~14 hours in SD mode of
operation. Battery life will also be affected by battery type, manufacturer, age,
temperature and operating mode (SD or HD).
Low Battery Indicator
The EM43 is equipped with a red low battery LED warning light located on the right side
of the display. The low-battery LED will give you ~30-60 minutes warning to change
batteries. Note that different battery type, manufacturer, age, and temperature will
affect the amount of time left when the LED turns on.
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Monitor Adjustment
The EM43 has three adjustments for hue, contrast and brightness. These adjustments
can be found on the inside rear half of the housing (see photo).
While the monitor is pre-adjusted at the factory, Gates recommends the monitor be
further adjusted to match the camera being used. This will ensure a consistent match
between the monitor and the image actually being recorded.
Matching the camera and monitor should be done in a darkened area to allow good
viewing of both the monitor and the camera electronic viewfinder (EVF).
With the camera on and the monitor plugged in, compare the image on the EVF to the
monitor. Using a small Philips screwdriver, make minor adjustment to the hue, contrast
and brightness on the EM43 until you are satisfied that the image on the monitor
accurately reflects that being seen in the EVF.
NOTE: Hue adjustment is only applicable to NTSC SD input mode. It is not used in PAL
SD or HD input modes.
Contrast
Hue
Brightness
Customer Support
If you have any questions or require further assistance with your EM43 External Color
Monitor, contact your dealer or Gates directly and we’ll be happy to assist.
Email:
Phone:
Fax:
858-272-2501
858-272-1208
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EM43 Setup, Use and Care Guide
Appendix A
Camera Display Settings
In some instances your camera will require setting up the video output settings to properly
display a video image on the EM43 monitor. Use the chart below to navigate the menus system
of your camera to establish these settings.
Standard Definition
Input to EM43
High Definition
Input to EM43
EM43 Interface Connector
2 pin E.O. connector
6 pin connector
SD Cameras
Sony
DSC-VX1000
No Changes Required
Not Applicable
DSC-VX2000/2100
DCR-PD150/170
DSC-TRV900/950
DSC-PD100/PDX10
GL2/XM2
Canon
XL1/1s/2
HD Cameras
Sony
HDR-FX1
HDR-FX7
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ TV TYPE Æ 16:9
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ TV TYPE Æ 16:9
Not Applicable
Sony
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ COMPONENET Æ
1080i/480i
Sony
Sony
HDR-HC1
HVR-A1U
MENU Æ STD SET
Æ TV TYPE Æ 16:9
MENU Æ STD SET
Æ DOWNCONVERT Æ
SQEEZE
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ DOWNCONVERT Æ
SQEEZE
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Not Applicable
Sony
HVR-Z1U
HVR-V1U
Sony
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ DOWNCONVERT Æ
SQEEZE
MENU Æ IN/OUT REC
Æ COMPONENET Æ
1080i/480i
Canon
Panasonic
XL H1
XH A1 / XH G1
No Changes Required
MENU Æ SIGNAL SETUP
Æ COMP OUT Æ
1080i/480i
HVX200
No Changes Required
MENU Æ AV IN/OUT
SETUP Æ COMPNT OUT
SEL Æ 1080i or 720P
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