VILTROX DC-550 Pro 5.5 Inch HD Portable Monitor Touch Screen User Manual

DC-550 PRO
5.5-inch HD Portable Monitor – Touch Screen

Please read the User Manual carefully before using this productPlease keep this Manual properly for future reference.
Please use it correctly after fully understanding the contents herein.

http://www.viltrox.com

Shenzhen Jueying Technology Co.,
Tel: +86-755-2877 9024
Email:info@viltrox.com 
Address: 1207, Floor 12, Block B, Chinto Science &Technology Building, Minzhi Street ,
Longhua, Shenzhen,Guangdong,China
Production Address: Floor 3, Building 1, Simaiou Science Park, No. 52-1, Juyuan Road,
Qiuchang Town, Huiyang District, Huizhou, Guangdong ,China
Ltd. Executive standard: Q/JYKJ001-2019
Fax: 0755-2877 4730
Website:www.viltrox.com

Check accessories

Please check for the following accessories:

1.  Monitor ×1
2. Sunshade hood ×1
3. Standard Shoe Adapter × 1
4. Carrying pouch ×1
5. Warranty card ×1
6. Micro HDMI-to-HDMI HD cable ×1
7.  HDMI mini C-type data cable ×1

Warning

About batteries, chargers and power adapters Please use a compatible battery or power adapter. Please purchase a proper battery or power adapter separately if necessary.

Operation of LCD screen

• Do not put any heavy objects on the LCD screen, otherwise, the screen may lose the uniformity.
• If this device is used in a cold environment, horizontal lines or afterimages may appear on the screen, which is not a malfunction. The screen will return to normal after the display warms up.
• If a fixed image (such as a split image or time code, or a still image) is displayed for a long time, afterimages may be left on the screen and even layered into a ghost image.
• The screen and chassis may gradually become hot during operation, which is not a malfunction.
• The LCD screen used in this equipment is produced with high precision technology, so only a small number of pixels may appear as “bright spots”, or remain dark (black), brighten (red, green, or blue) or flicker. In addition, sometimes such “bright spots” naturally be formed due to the physical characteristics of LCD screen after a long period of use, which is not a malfunction.

Cleaning

1.   Please remove the battery before cleaning.
2. The surface of the LCD screen has been specially treated to reduce  reflected light, so its performance may be reduced in case of improper maintenance.
3. Gently wipe the screen or chassis with a soft and dry cloth (such as a cleaning cloth or glass cleaning cloth).
4. Remove stubborn stains using neutral detergent.
5. Do not clean this device using thinner, alcohol and other organic solvents to avoid damage to the chassis and screen.
6. Do not wipe the chassis with a rough cloth to avoid scratching the surface of the chassis.
7. The surface coating of the chassis may be damaged or peeled off after it has been in contact with rubber or vinyl products for a long time.

Operation precautions

Please read this User Manual and the operation instructions of camera carefully.

1. Do not place this device near liquids, because it is not designed with waterproof, splash-proof and dust-proof functions.
2. Do not place this device in the sun for a long time, or make it close to a place with high temperature for a long time, so as not to cause deformation or malfunction of machine.
3. Do not place the device in a place with excessive vibration, so as to protect from being damage after falling from a high place.
4. Do not place the device in a place with excessive electromagnetic strength to avoid malfunction.
5. Do not place the device in a sandy place, so as to avoid malfunction caused after being attacked by sand and dust.
6. Do not dispose of this device with general waste.
7. The top, ventilation holes and metal parts of this device may become hot after it has been used for a long time. Please use it with care.
8. Please follow the regulations about the operation of this device on the airplane in the take-off and landing process of airplane.

Introduction to functions

DC-550 Pro is a 5.5-inch touchscreen HD monitor with a resolution of 1920×1080 pixels. It can be used in digital cameras or digital HD camcorders with interchangeable lenses to display the HDMI video signal from the camera in real time. With powerful functions, it provides photographers with an auxiliary system for monitoring, and meanwhile meets the needs of photographers for HD images.

Product features:

• 3D LUT function: 3D LUT is used to control full stereo color space and greatly expand the color display potential of the monitor, and it is also a solid backing for the realization of WYSIWYG for hardware calibration.3D LUT files are loaded through SD card, and different display effects can be switched by selecting different files.
• Audio column: Monitor the audio signal in the HDMI high-definition signal, and switch the waveforms at different levels in real time.
• Gyroscope functions: This device has gyroscope detection function to adjust the screen up and down and automatically flip the image without manual adjustment, optimize and improve the user experience, and thus better meet the needs of photographers.
• Brightness histogram: It can monitor the brightness of incoming HDMI high-definition images, as well as capture and display brightness change values in real time according to changes in the image.
• False color function: It can achieve more precise exposure and lighting control through image conversion, with red for excessive lighting, blue for insufficient lighting and green for appropriate lighting conditions.
• Focusing function: Set the focus on the screen area
• De-squeeze function: Restores the compressed and deformed image of the camera, displaying the original proportion of the physical object.
• Power supply: It can switch among the three power supply modes of DC adapter, lithium battery and Type-C at any time to fully meet the power supply needs of customers in different scenarios without waiting for a single power supply.
• Shortcut keys: F1/F2/F3, it can set different shortcut keys according to the customer’s preferences, to meet the needs of one-key setting without entering the menu for setting.
• Signal: This device has HDMI IN function; in addition, it comes with HDMI OUT output function, which is convenient to connect other monitors or devices on site and thus meet the external expansion display functions of different photographers.
• SD card interface: It supports SD card upgrade, 3D LUT function file loading. This interface is designed with an automatic pop-up function, SD card can be inserted after pressing it lightly; the SD card will automatically pop up after pressing it hard again,  which is convenient for operation.
• Touch screen: 5.5-inch sensitive touch screen is provided to facilitate different photographers to operate the device.

Parts identification

① SD card cover
② F1/F2/F3 shortcut keys
③ Return key
④ Display
⑤ ON/OFF key
⑥ Knob key*
⑦ Type-C interface
⑧ Locating hole
⑨ 1/4 screw hole| ⑩ DC interface
⑪ HDMI output
⑫ HDMI input
⑬ Locating hole
⑭ 1/4 screw hole
⑮ Fan outlet
⑯ Headphone jack
⑰ Battery release key
⑱ Cooling air inlet
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• Note: ⑥Knob key: Rotate up and down→Select key; Middle button→Menu key/Enter key.

Installation of battery and adapter

Installation of battery
This product can be equipped with rechargeable lithium batteries.
The battery models include NP-F550/F570/F750/F770/F960/F970 and other specifications.

1. Gently press the battery inwards in the direction shown, and then slide it to the left (do not release). There is a clicking sound when the battery is fixed properly.
2. Remove the battery. Slide the battery to the right while holding down the battery release key, and then take out the battery.

Note: Be careful to prevent the battery from falling on the ground when taking it out.

Installation of adapter

1.  Select the direction in which the adapter is mounted according to the shape of hot shoe on the camera. (①)
2. Align the 1/4 screw of the adapter with the 1/4 screw hole on the device. (②)
3. Tighten the adjustment knob of the adapter. (③)
4.  Use the adapter
   ① Fully insert the base of the adapter into the universal hot shoe base in the direction shown in the figure.
   ② Tighten the rotary table of the adapter to fix it on the camera.

Note: Before using a camera with a pop-up built-in flash, you need to note the following points: Turn off the built-in flash of camera. If the camera is designed with a built-in auto flash function, please turn off this function.
Please remove this device from the camera before using the flash.

Connection of HDMI high-definition signal cable

1. Connect the device to the camera using the accompanied HDMI high-definition signal cable. Tip: Please purchase extra HDMI cables if the HDMI high-definition signal cable is not long enough.
2. The image of camera viewfinder will be displayed on the LCD screen of  the device after turning on the power switch of the camera and the device. Please set it to AUTO or 16:9 if the camera is designed with an HDMI output setting function.

Notes
When connecting this device to the camera via an HDMI high-definition signal cable, the following situations may occur depending on the camera conditions:
— No image is displayed on the screen of camera.
— The camera is switched to playback mode.
(make sure the camera is in capture mode before taking a photo)

Tips
In the following cases, screen have no signal after a certain period of time:
— The camera is not outputting an HDMI signal.
— The HDMI high-definition signal cable is disconnected.
Backlight will be turned on again after performing the following operations:
— Press the rotary key of the device.
— Operate the camera and output HDMI signals.
— Reconnect the HDMI high-definition signal cable and turn on the power of camera.

Sunshade hood

1. Put the device on the two bottom brackets of the hood, and then gently buckle it up to complete the installation of hood.
2.  Pull the top of the hood frame outward to remove it.

Please open and close the hood in the steps below:

Mounting method of device

The device can be mounted in the ways shown in ① or ② below according to the needs.

Note

• This device may interfere with the built-in flash, so do not apply excessive force when panning or tilting.
• When pulling the HDMI high-definition signal cable, do not make it tense or trip over any moving parts.

 Menu function

Menu operation

1. Press the <⑥Knob key> to the right, the screen will display the menu options.
2.  Rotate the <⑥Knob key> up and down to select option.
3. Press the <⑥Knob key> to the right again to enter the function options.
4. Press < ****> to return to the previous menu.

• Before operating the menu, please make sure that the product is connected to the correct HDMI signal cable and power cable.

Introduction to menu

  Touch screen operation

Menu: Double-tap the screen start the menu options; tap the blank space to exit the menu mode.Volume adjustment: Scroll up and down on the left side of the screen for adjustment. Backlight adjustment: Scroll up and down on the right side of the screen for adjustment. Zoom in and out: Zoom in and out with your finger (as shown in the figure) to see details. Note: Do not double-tap to display the menu in the process of zooming in and out, but double-tap to display the menu after the “box for zooming in and out” disappears. (As shown in the figure above)

Troubleshooting

Necessary inspections should be carried out before sending the device for repair. Please contact your dealer if the device is still unable to work properly.

release button, and then take out the battery.
This device has no power| The battery has run down —> replace the battery.
The power adapter (not accompanied) is disconnected. Please reconnect it properly.
This device cannot be mounted in camera| The model of adapter is not correct.
Check the model of hot shoe of camera and choose the correct one.
No images are displayed on the screen of this device| The camera is in power saving mode and some camera operations cannot be performed. Please press the shutter button halfway to exit the power saving mode. The HDM I high- definition signal cable is disconnected; or the signal source is not turned on, please reconnect and set it properly. When using a camera without a live view function, the captured images cannot be displayed on this device. Please refer to the instruction manual of camera for details.
No images are displayed on the screen of camera| This depends on the camera. When an HDM I high-definition signal cable is connected to this device, images may only displayed on the screen of this device.
No sound can be heart| Please ensure that the volume of this device is not set to 0 before connecting headphones. Make sure that the sound setting of camera is not set to OFF.
No photo can be captured| This depends on the camera. When it is connected to this device, it may sometimes switch to playback mode.
Please switch the camera to capture mode before taking photos.
The screen is not clear outdoors| Block out the sun with a hood. Turn the backlight value of this device up.
The screen is not clear| The aspect ratio of the LCD screen of this device is 16:9. Therefore, black streaks may appear in some images.

Available signal format

This device supports the following signal formats:

System| Number of buses| Number of effective
lines| Frame freq uency| Scanning| Aspect ratio
---|---|---|---|---|---
575 / 50I( PAL)| 625| 575| 25| 2:1 interlacing| 16:9 / 4:3
480 / 60I( NTSC )| 525| 483| 30| 2:1 interlacing| 16:9 / 4:3
576 / 50P| 625| 576| 50| Sequential scanning| 16:9 / 4:3
480 / 60P| 525| 483| 60| Sequential scanning| 16:9 / 4:3
640 X480 /60P| 525| 480| 60| Sequentialscanning| 4:3
1080 / 50I| 1125| 1080| 25| 2:1 interlacing| 16:9
1080 / 60I| 1125| 1080| 30| 2:1 interlacing| 16:9
720 /50P| 750| 720| 50| Sequential scanning| 16:9
720 /60P| 750| 720| 60| Sequential scanning| 16:9
1080 /50P| 1125| 1080| 50| Sequential scanning| 16:9
3840X2160/30P| 2250| 2160| 30| Sequential scanning| 16:9

Design or specifications are subject to change without notice.

Product specifications

• Input and output signal interface: HDMI 1.4, maximum supported size: 4K30HZ, 3840×2160 4096×2160; 24HZ 25HZ 30HZ

Firmware update

Please scan the QR code below with your browser to learn about the firmware upgrade steps.

www.viltrox.com

References

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