3-878-039-11(1) Solid-State Memory Camcorder PMW-EX3 PM Operating Instructions © 2008 Sony Corporation -E W X3
WARNING To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. WARNING When installing the unit, incorporate a readily accessible disconnect device in the fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to an easily accessible socket-outlet near the unit.
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Table of Contents Overview Package Configuration ........................................................... 10 Features .................................................................................... 11 Using the CD-ROM ................................................................ 14 Reading the CD-ROM Manuals ................................... 14 System Requirements for Using the Applications ....... 14 Software Installation ....................................................
Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording ............................................................... 43 Restoring an SxS Memory Card .................................. 44 Using the PHU-60K ................................................................ 45 Connecting/Removing the PHU Connection Cable ..... 45 Formatting the PHU-60K ............................................. 45 Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording ..............................................................
Adjusting in AF Mode ................................................. 63 Using Macro Mode ...................................................... 64 Eliminating Picture Blurring (Steady Shot) ......................... 64 Reducing Flickers ................................................................... 65 Setting the Time Data ............................................................. 65 Running Modes of the Timecode ................................. 65 Setting the Timecode ...........................
Resetting a Picture Profile ............................................ 86 Picture Profile Items ..................................................... 87 Deleting Clips .......................................................................... 91 Deleting the Last Recorded Clip .................................. 91 Deleting All Clips ........................................................ 91 Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data ...................................... 92 Storing the Setup File ..............
Setup Menu Configuration ......................................... 110 Setup Menu Layers .................................................... 110 Basic Menu Operations ........................................................ 111 Setup Menu List .................................................................... 114 CAMERA SET Menu ................................................ 114 AUDIO SET Menu .................................................... 118 VIDEO SET Menu ......................................
Warning Indications ................................................... 148 About i.LINK ........................................................................ 150 MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ............................ 151 AVC Patent Portfolio License .............................................. 151 VC-1 Patent Portfolio License ............................................. 152 Specifications ......................................................................... 152 General ..............
Overview Overview Package Configuration Make sure you have following items supplied with your camcorder. The number in parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied. VCL-614B2X exclusive standard zoom lens (1) 2.8 1.9 STEADYT SHO ft mm O AUT O MACR 15 5 30 10 MANU BP-U30 battery pack (1) 4 C 16 8 5.6 IRIS Full MF AF Component video cable (1) ON 7 2 10 3 OFF FOCUS BP-S 30 AUTO It is attached to the camcorder at the factory.
It is mounted in the camcorder at the factory. Lithium battery (CR2025 for the IR Remote Commander) (1) It is mounted in the IR Remote Commander at the factory. CD-ROM (1) XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software, SxS Device Driver Software, Operating Instructions in PDF format are included.
Overview 1080 resolutions. Frame rate is also selectable from interlace and progressive (59.94i, 50i, 29.97P, 25P, and native 23.98P). In addition, 59.94P and 50P progressive recording is available in 1280 × 720 mode. SxS memory cards can simultaneously hold multiple files of any of these recording formats, allowing for flexible use of the memory cards.
Shutter-angle settings In addition to the electric shutter speed controls, the PMW-EX3 also has a “shutter angle” control, which is familiar to cinematographers. Picture Profile feature The Picture Profile feature allows the camera operator to easily call up customized picturetonal settings to suit particular shooting conditions. Shot Transition function The Shot Transition function allows for smooth automatic scene transitions.
Overview A cover page appears automatically in your browser. If it does not appear automatically in the browser, double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM. Using the CD-ROM The supplied CD-ROM includes the following files: PMW-EX3 Operating Instructions The Operating Instructions for the PMW-EX3 (Japanese, English, French, German, Italian, Spanish and Chinese) are provided in PDF format. SxS Device Driver Software Driver for using SxS memory cards with a computer having an ExpressCard slot.
Overview CPU Windows: Intel Pentium III 1GHz equivalent or higher (Intel PentiumD 3GHz equivalent or higher is recommended) Macintosh: Intel Core 2 Duo 2GHz or higher is recommended Memory Windows: 512 MB or more (1 GB or more is recommended) Macintosh: 1 GB or more is recommended • Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Overview Parts Identifications Camcorder 1 2 3 Operation panel on the handle(page 18) D T XT NE L P H L OF F HO LD PR EV s STO V RE F j STA R RT EC /S TO P SE W J PA U G SE /S F F L/ M SE L IL NA TH UM PLA Y/ l ON VO ITO L R CA NC EL R 5 6 7 8 16:9 WI DE SC REEN 9 AF A STEA SHOTDY TRA SHO NSIT T ION TC/U -BIT/ DUR ATIO N 25 HDV INFO BRT DISP MANU AUTO OFF HISTOGR AM 1 CT O AUT AL MANU SS ACCE B 2 C SELE 3 ON FOC US SLOT ASS IGN 2 ND FILTER 8
Overview 25 26 27 13 14 T BRIGH ST NTRA CO A ZEBR ING PEAK L OFF 15 16 17 GE IMA ROR ON MIR OFF DIS Y/BATT PLA INFO Viewfinder control panel (page 20) H 28 29 30 31 F REV j PR EV Y ER E TT BA LEAS RE l L TH UM NAI L CAN CEL VO L FW D M ON IT OR F SE L/ SE T J NEX T L PL AY /PAU G SE /S ST R AR EC T/ ST OP ST OP s HO LD R TC/U CH-1 TRA SHO NSIT T ION -BIT/ DUR ATIO Upper operation panel (page 19) AUD IO IN CH-2 N B A LINE MIC LINE MIC MIC+48V IN RE 18 19 20
Operation panel on the handle Rear connector panel Overview The connectors are located under the respective caps. R L 1 2 3 4 MONITOR VOL THUMBNAIL SEL/SET CANCEL F REV PLAY/PAUSE F FWD 5 6 j G/S J PREV STOP NEXT l s L 9 10 11 HDV SDI OUT 1 4 12 GENLOCK IN REC START/STOP 7 13 TC IN 5 2 HOLD 14 REMOTE TC OUT 8 H L OFF 6 3 1. MONITOR VOL (volume) buttons (page 69, page 96) 2. THUMBNAIL button (page 94) 3. PLAY/PAUSE button (page 94) 4.
3. AUDIO IN (audio input selection) 5. WHITE BAL (white balance memory) switches (page 67) switch (page 51) Front lower operation block OFF (page 111) It functions accordingly when you turn it up or down, or you push it horizontally. It is called “the jog dial” in the subsequent operating instructions. WHT BAL SHUTTER ASSIGN 4 Overview 6. GAIN switch (page 55) 7. CANCEL button (page 111) 8. SEL/SET (selection/set) dial (Jog dial) ON 9. MENU (menu display ON/OFF) button 1 2 3 (page 111) 1.
1. SHOT TRANSITION operation block (page 78) selection) button (page 67, page 95) Lens control block (page 21) Viewfinder control panel 3 AF STEADY SHOT 81 .2 Full MF 40 10 3 5.8 4 MAN U AUT O MACRO 5.6 10 15 5 15 2.8 30 10 25 1 1.9 IRIS OFF 8 2 ft mm 1 ON US C FOC 16 Overview 2.
Lens control block 2 The buttons without remarks can be used in the same manner as the corresponding buttons on the camcorder. 3 FULL MF STEADY SHOT 40 IRIS 15 16 15 5 10 3 10 OFF ON FOCUS 2 6 8 MACRO 1 5.6 MANU AUTO 25 30 10 4 5 4 2.8 1.9 ft mm 81.2 AF IR Remote Commander (Supplied) C 1 3. REC REVIEW button (page 71) 4. EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 62) 5.
Note Overview 22 The SUB CLIP button does not function with this camcorder. When you use the remote commander, see “Using the IR Remote Commander” on page 39.
Overview On-Screen Indications Indications in Camera Mode Remarks [M]: The indication of the items named with this suffix can be independently turned on/off with “Display On/Off” of the VF SET menu (see page 121). [A]: The indication of items named with this suffix can be turned on/off using the assignable buttons to which the corresponding on/off functions have been assigned (see page 72).
Overview 6. Media remaining indication [M] (page 43) 7. Zoom position indication [M] (page 59) 8. Lens extender indication (available only when a lens extender is used) 9. TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 117) Backlight mode STD Standard mode Spotlight mode 10. Steady Shot indication [M] (page 64) 11. Focus mode indication [M] ( [D] only in MF mode) (page 61) (available only when an auto-focus lens is mounted) 12. White balance mode and color temperature indications [M][D] (page 51) 13.
2 Overview TLCS 7 On 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 oo m MF∗ ATW 4300K PPOFF ND1 ++F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 Tilt the joystick or rotate the jog dial to set the cursor to the item to be operated then press the joystick or the jog dial. The Direct menu of the selected items appears. Example: Direct menu for TLCS mode selection TLCS 74% TLCS TLCS 7 On 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 oo MF∗ ATW 4300K PPOFF ND1 ++F1.
Preparations Power Supply Preparations You can use a battery pack or AC power via an AC adaptor. If you connect an AC power source, it has a priority even if a battery pack is mounted. Removing the battery pack Hold the BATTERY RELEASE button pressed, slide the battery pack upward to unlock, then pull it out. Using a Battery Pack F HDV A SDI OUT T S R A HO N S T IT IO N Mount a BP-U30 or BP-U60 Lithium-ion battery pack. One BP-U30 is supplied with this camcorder.
with the battery pack if operation is continued at the current rate of power consumption. Note The operating time on a battery pack depends on the condition (new or old) of the battery pack and the ambient temperature.
DC IN 12.0V STBY A: 25min B: 50min Z99 power without first setting the power switch to OFF may cause damage to the camcorder or SxS memory cards. S&Q REC Note Preparations The battery pack mounted on the camcorder is not charged even if you set the mode switch of the BC-U1 to the CHARGE position. To charge the battery pack, remove it from the camcorder and mount it on the BC-U1.
Setting the Clock INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO 2008/01/01 00:00:00 SET Date / Time: 2009/01/01 F i n i sh 2 The cursor moves to the month-setting column. 3 INITIAL SETTING Time Zone: UTC +09:00 TOKYO Date / Time: 2008/01/01 00:00:00 F i n i sh Setting the time and date Use the joystick on the handle or the jog dial on the side operation panel for setting. Jog dial STATUS MENU Set the month, day, hour, minute, and second in sequence in the same manner.
Adjusting the Viewfinder BRIGHT control CONTRAST control PEAKING Preparations You can adjust the angle and the display conditions of the viewfinder for best viewing in various shooting situations. These adjustments of the viewfinder have no effect on pictures being recorded.
Select “B&W” if checking the subject and focusing are easier on the monochrome display. If you assign “VF Mode” to one of the assignable buttons (see page 72), you can switch between color and monochrome by pressing the button. Adjusting the angle You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder.
inverted only vertically, while it is also inverted horizontally for Rec Review (page 71). Although you can open it farther from the lock position, once return it to the closed position to lock it at the 120-degree position again. Opening/detaching the eyepiece (to directly view the LCD screen) To detach The eyepiece can also be detached. Preparations You can directly view the LCD screen inside the viewfinder by opening the eyepiece.
With the supplied or optional exclusive 1/2-inch EX Mount lens, the flange focal length can be adjusted automatically. Adjusting the Lens Notes Caution Do not leave the camcorder with the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in the camcorder, and cause fire.
Move the cursor to “Execute” then press the joystick or the jog dial. Removing the supplied lens The adjustment begins. To remove the supplied lens, proceed as follows: S TA PEAKING l CON TRAST V E R MIRR OR IMAG E ON OFF BRIG HT DISPLAY/B ATT INFO A TR SH AN O SI T TI O N TC B /U -B IT /D U R AT IO N ZEBRA 3 W T If the adjustment fails Check the conditions of the subject and lighting then perform the adjustment again.
S TA PEAKING P j l CON TRAST V E R F MIRR OR IMAG E ON IL A N M U H T R O IT N O M L O V T E L/S E S L E C N A C D W F F E S J AU T X /P E Y LA /S N G P L TO S P s C V E TO E R T/S R R P H O LD H LF F O mount section and set the adaptor in place. OFF 2 Turn the lens mount lever of the camcorder downward. (Keep the lens mount lever of the lens adaptor in the upper position.
When using a non-exclusive lens You can use the lens file in which you stored the compensation data for the lens, using the LENS menu. For the storage method, see “Lens File Operations” on page 143. Preparations When you mount a serial lens The corresponding file is automatically retrieved. Adjusting the Grip The grip rotates approx. 120 degrees to support a variety of shooting styles. Holding the RELEASE button pressed, slowly rotate the grip.
3 Using the Cheek Pad Insert the cheek pad from the back of the camcorder and secure it with the supplied screws. Align the holes on the bottom of the mount frame of the cheek pad with those of the camcorder.
Supplied screw HDV OUT O N SDI B T C /U -B IT /D U Cable clamp R AT IO N GENL TC IN REM ECT T SEL SLO ESS B ACC A AUTO AL MANU Preparations 1 CHIO AUD EL LEV IO AUD CT SELE IN OTE TC OU INT EXT IO AUD IN AUTO AL MANU OCK T INT EXT 2 CH- EX3 PMWN OPE RA OFF MEDIA DC IN Pole of the cheek pad MONIT OR OUT S VIDEO COM CH-2 OUT CH-1AUDIO Accessory screw holes 6 While holding the pole upward, flip the pad toward the side panel of the camcorder.
Note Using the IR Remote Commander Before use Insulation sheet A CR2025 lithium battery is set in the holder at the factory. To use the IR Remote Commander For controlling the camcorder from the IR Remote Commander, activate the remote control function of the camcorder after turning the power on. Activating/deactivating the remote control function can be achieved using the Setup menu or an assignable button.
WARNING Battery may explode if mistreated. Do not recharge, disassemble, or dispose of in fire. CAUTION Preparations Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or equivalent type recommended by the manufacturer. Dispose of used batteries according to the manufacturer’s instructions. Handling SxS Memory Cards This camcorder records audio and video on SxS memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots.
Write-protect switch Note Do not operate the write-protect switch of an SxS memory card while it is set in the camcorder. Temporarily remove the card from the camcorder before changing the switch setting. Preparations • We recommend that you make a backup copy of important data. Sony accepts no responsibility for any damage or loss of data you recorded. • Do not apply a label sheet in places other than the label space.
ON TC/UBIT /DU RATIO N S UT DI O Lamp Slot statuses Off • No SxS memory card is loaded. • The loaded card is invalid. • An SxS memory card is loaded, but another slot is active.
destroyed. Be sure that the ACCESS lamps are lit in green or off when you turn off the power or remove memory cards. • When you turn the camcorder on by setting the power switch to MEDIA (Media mode), a display to show that an SxS memory card is being confirmed appears in the viewfinder. Switching Between SxS Memory Cards When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button to select the card you wish to use.
Note A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected. Replacing an SxS memory card Preparations • If the available time on two cards in total becomes less than 5 minutes, a message “Media Near Full,” flashing of the tally lamps, and a beep sound will warn you. Replace the cards with those with sufficient space. • If you continue recording until the total remaining time reaches zero, the message changes to “Media Full,” and recording stops.
3 Using the PHU-60K Pass the cable through the cable guide slot above the card slot B and close the cover. ATION SDI OUT HDV STOG RAM T LEC T SE SLO ASSI GN AUTO L UA MAN ESS ACC B CH-1 A IO AUD CT SELE IO AUD EL LEV CH-2 IN EXT GE IO AUD IN AUTO L UA MAN TC IN IN EXT TO AM PM Note OPE High-speed playback (page 95) may not be properly achieved with the PHU-60K.
Any PHU-60K formatted with a device other than this camcorder cannot be used with the camcorder. To execute formatting Preparations If the message for formatting is displayed, turn the jog dial or tilt the joystick to select “Execute” then press the dial or joystick. Formatting begins. An in-progress message and status bar (%) are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When formatting is completed, a completion message is displayed for three seconds.
Recording Basic Operation Procedure The operations described in this section assume that you are using the supplied or optional exclusive lens. The displays and menu settings may differ when a non-exclusive lens is used.
Recording (Full Auto mode) 6 Press the FULL AUTO button so that the button indicator lights. Full Auto mode is turned on, activating the TLCS (Total Level Control System) (page 117). Thus Auto Iris, AGC (Auto Gain Control), Auto Shutter, ATW (Auto Tracing White) are set to ON, whereby the brightness and white balance will be automatically adjusted.
L Clip (recording data) and clip name When you stop recording, video, audio and subsidiary data from the start to end of the recording are recorded as a single clip on an SxS memory card. For each clip recorded with this camcorder, a clip name of 8 characters (the first four alphanumerics and the second four numerics) is automatically generated. Example: ABCD0001 Notes on Clips The XDCAM EX-series products employ the FAT32 File System.
Format Indication on this camcorder HQ 1280 × 720 29.97 Progressive HQ 1280 × 720 23.
Adjusting the White Balance + WHITE BAL switch GAIN WHITE BAL BARS/CAM L M H A STEA SHOTDY TRANS SHOT ITION TC/U-BI T/DURA TION 25 BRT DISP 4 5.6 C 1 IO AUD EL LEV - MANU AUTO PUSH AF FULL FRAM + OFF In this mode, the camcorder automatically adjusts the white balance to the appropriate condition. When the color temperature of the light source changes, the white balance adjustment is automatically executed.
Executing Auto White Balance Execute auto white-balance adjustment according to the color temperature of the light source. The adjustment value can be stored in memory A or B. Note Auto white-balance adjustment cannot be executed in Preset mode. Recording 1 To store the adjustment value in memory, select Memory A or Memory B mode. 2 Select the appropriate ND filter according to the lighting condition.
Adjusting the Black Balance CAMERA SET 00:00 During recording, various markers and zebra patterns can be inserted into the image in the viewfinder. This does not affect recording signals. Displaying the Markers Use “Marker” of the VF SET menu. Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode, display the VF SET menu with , and select “Marker” from the menu.
Example: 95% 120min Displaying the Zebra Patterns STBY TCG 00:00:00:00 A zebra pattern(s) can be inserted to the picture in the viewfinder to check the appropriate luminance level. Factory-set zebras 1 (70%) 2 (100%) When the aspect marker is on, the safety zone marker shows the effective area within the aspect marker. Recording Displaying the center marker Set “Center Marker” to “On” to insert the center marker into the screen area.
VF SET Setting the Gain B B B Select the gain of the video amplifier, using the switch or a menu operation. AGC mode (automatic gain control) The gain of the video amplifier is automatically adjusted according to the picture brightness. Recording With Fixed Gain Selecting the gain with the switch Select the gain, using the GAIN switch. Note When AGC mode is on, the fixed gain cannot be selected.
To change Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode, display the CAMERA SET menu with , and select “Gain Setup” from the menu. CAMERA SET 00:00 Low Mid High : 0dB : 9dB : 18dB B Au t o BLK Ba l ance B B Gain Setup B Shu t t e r EX Slow Shut t e r B Shot Tr ans i t ion B MF Ass i s t : Of f Recording For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 111.
shutter speed you specified with “Shutter” of the CAMERA SET menu. Frame rate Shutter speed (sec.) 25P 1/ , 1/ , 1/ , 1/ 1 1 1 33 50 60 100, /120, /125, /250, 1/ 1 1 500, /1000, /2000 30P 1/ , 1/ , 1/ , 1/ 1 1 1 40 50 60 100, /120, /125, /250, 1/ 1 1 500, /1000, /2000 Note When Auto Shutter mode is ON, the fixed shutter cannot be selected.
For details on the Direct menu, see “Direct Menu Operation” on page 24. Adjusting the Iris Shooting in EX Slow Shutter Mode Select “EX Slow Shutter” from the CAMERA SET menu. CAMERA SET Auto Iris mode The iris is automatically adjusted according to the brightness of the subject. B Recording Set t i ng : Of f Number of Frames : 16 Set “Setting” to “On,” and specify the number of accumulated frames with “Number of Frames.” You can select from among 16, 32, and 64 frames.
To adjust the target level with the Direct menu The target level can also be selected using the Direct menu. When you press the DISPLAY/BATT INFO button, the current setting is displayed on the screen. Adjusting the Zoom You can adjust the zoom in Manual mode or Power (Servo) mode on the supplied lens. 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 oo m CH1 ND1 ++F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 CH2 Manual Zoom mode Rotate the zoom ring to adjust the zoom. For details on the Direct menu, see “Direct Menu Operation” on page 24.
Zoom speed switch ZOOM button Power zoom lever HT BRIG T TRAS CON A ZEBR ING PEAK OR MIRR E IMAG ON ATT LAY/B DISP INFO REC START/STOP OF OFF L F H F RE Y TER E BAT EAS REL EV j PR l UM L NA IL CA NC EL L D VO FW ET F L/S NIT OR SE MO J PL AY /PAU G SE /S TH s V R W ATION IT/DUR TC/U-B CH-1 B TRANS SHOT ITION AUDIO IN CH-2 A HOLD LINE MIC MIC+4 8V ST ST ART/ OP DC LINE MIC MIC+4 8V IN RE AS PA FO ND CU ED S EX LE E RE REC VI EW MO OUNITO T R S T VI D
When adjusting with the ZOOM button of the IR Remote Commander Adjusting the Focus The zooming speed depends on the “Remote” setting (default: 50) of “Zoom Speed” of the CAMERA SET menu. To use the IR Remote Commander, see “Using the IR Remote Commander” on page 39. When using a lens remote controller For operation of the optional lens remote controller, refer to the operation guide of the lens remote controller.
Peaking 16:9 WID E SCR EEN AF A STEA SHOTDY TRANS SHOT ITION TC/U-BI T/DURA TION 25 LENS BRT DISP 4 AUTO 5.6 ASSIG N 2 2 C 1 FULL FRAM IN EXT TC IN OTE REM AUTO E TC OUT WHITE BAL ATW BARS/ CAM B A PRST PM X3 W-E OPEN US MEN U SEL/S ET CANC FULL MF K IN LOC GEN IO AUD IN AUTO AL MANU CH-2 GAIN L M H STAT IO AUD ECT SEL IO AUD EL LEV + OFF CH-1 A MANU AUTO PUSH AF PICTU PROF RE ILE CAME EL RA OFF MEDIA PEAKING control 4 2.8 1.9 ft mm 81.
TLCS . 7 On 1 1.5 2 3 4 5 7 10 15 20 30 oo m MF∗ ATW 4300K PPOFF ND1 ++F1.9 18dB SHT:1/2000 16:9 WID E SCR EEN AF A 1.9 C IO AUD EL LEV - FULL FRAM + OFF TC IN AUTO AL MANU OTE REM CH-2 E TC OUT WHITE BAL ATW BARS/ CAM B A PRST PM X3 W-E OPEN ET CANC EL PICTU PROF RE ILE CAME RA OFF MEDIA 40 4 2.8 1.9 81.2 ft mm 5.6 8 15 16 15 5 5.
Using Macro Mode When you set the MACRO switch to ON in AF or MF mode, Macro mode is activated, permitting you to adjust the focus in a range that includes the micro area. The Macro mode is invalid in Full MF mode. 40 25 8 MACRO 15 Press the STEADY SHOT button on the lens. 16 Pressing the button turns the Steady Shot function ON or OFF. MACRO switch STEADY SHOT button FULL MF ft mm 81.2 AF STEADY SHOT 25 MANU AUTO 8 MACRO 16 10 OFF ON FOCUS 5.8 10 3 15 5 15 30 10 40 IRIS 4 2.8 1.
Reducing Flickers Setting the Time Data To reduce flickers, try either of the following two methods: Time data, such as the timecodes, user bits, and the clock time, are recorded with pictures. Setting the shutter speed according to the power-supply frequency The timecode can be locked to an external timecode generator. For details, see “External Synchronization” on page 134. Running Modes of the Timecode When the frequency is 50 Hz Set the shutter speed to 1/50 or 1/100 seconds.
Setting the Timecode Video formats Frame setting TC Format Specify the timecode to be recorded with “Timecode” and “TC Format” of the TC/UB SET menu. HQ1080/60i SP 1080/60i HQ1080/30P HQ 1080/50i SP 1080/50i HQ 1080/25P HQ 1080/24P HQ 720/24P SP 1080/24P 00 to 29 00 to 24 DF/NDF switchable (Fixed to DF in Clock mode) Fixed to NDF 00 to 23 1) Fixed to NDF 2) For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 111.
TC/UB SET Timecode B Users B i t B Mode : Fix TC Format : DF Set t i ng : 2 0 0 7 1 2 0 8 Recording Audio Signals 00:00 Setting eight digits as desired Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Fix.” 2 Specify the values on the Setting line and select “SET.” You can set hexadecimal digits A to F with the corresponding alphabetics. Recording the current date as the user bits Set “Mode” of “Users Bit” to “Date.
Using External Inputs 1 P H L TH UM NAI L CAN CEL VO L FW D M ON IT OR F SE L/ SE T J NEX T L R TC/U TRA SHO NSIT T ION -BIT/ DUR ATIO N B A H F RE V j PR EV l 4 External microphone Cable clamp 3 3 Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch (CH-1 or CH-2) to EXT. 4 Set the corresponding LINE/MIC/+48V switch (CH-1 or CH-2) according to the connected microphone.
m CH1 Audio recording in special recording modes Monitoring the Audio The camcorder can output a color-bar signal in place of the camera picture. A 1-kHz reference tone is output with the color bar signal if “1kHz Tone” of “Audio Input” (page 118) is set to “On” with the AUDIO SET menu. The color-bar signal is also fed out from the SDI OUT, COMPONENT OUT, MONITOR OUT and S VIDEO connectors, and the reference-tone signal is fed from the AUDIO OUT connectors.
• The color bar mode cannot be selected in Slow & Quick Motion mode and EX Slow Shutter mode. Recording Shot Marks When you record shot marks for important scenes as subsidiary data, you can access the marked points easily on a Shot Mark screen, which only displays scenes with shot marks only. This increases editing efficiency. For the Shot Mark Screen, see “Displaying the SHOT MARK Screen” on page 102. Recording The camcorder permits you to record two types of shot marks: shot mark 1 and shot mark 2.
• If the video format is changed after recording, Rec Review cannot be performed. • The Setup and PICTURE PROFILE menus cannot be operated during Rec Review. Rec Review You can review the last recorded clip on the screen (Rec Review). Use the REC REVIEW button on the supplied lens or assign the Rec Review function to an assignable button to use it instead (page 72).
Changing Functions of the Assignable Buttons 00:00 The camcorder has four assignable buttons to which you can assign various functions for convenience. ASSIGN 1 to 3 buttons OTHERS A l l Reset Camera Data B Time Zone : UTC +09:00 B Clock Set Language : Eng l i sh Ass i gn But ton B B Ta l l y <1> <2> <3> <4> : : : : F reeze Mix Shot Mark1 Shot Mark 2 Rec Review 2 Select the button to which you wish to assign a function. 3 Select the function to be assigned.
Interval Recording The Interval Recording (time-lapse recording) function is especially effective for shooting objects that move very slowly. The specified number of frames are automatically recorded at the specified intervals. For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 111. 1 00:00 Select “Interval Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu. Recording interval (Interval Time) Set t i n g : Of f I n t e r v a l Time : 1sec Number of Frames : 1 Set “Setting” to “On.
• The Freeze Mix function and Rec Review function cannot be used in Interval Recording mode. • The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode (page 66) during Interval Recording. • Some extra frames may be recorded if you stop recording or switch the card slot while recording is halted in Interval Recording mode. Stopping Interval Recording Press the REC START/STOP button. Recording Interval Recording stops. To restart Interval Recording, press the button again.
3 Stopping Frame Recording Select the “Number of Frames” value for one recording session. Set “Setting” of “Frame Rec” of the CAMERA SET menu to “Off.” You can select from among 2, 6, and 12 when “Video Format” (page 49) is set to 720/60P or 720/50P. With other video formats, you can select from among 1, 3, 6, and 9. Recording stops and Frame Rec mode is canceled. Exit the menu.
Preparatory Settings Before starting Slow & Quick Motion recording, make the necessary settings in advance.
Setting the recording frame rate with the Direct menu When the special recording mode indication on the screen is active, you can change the recording frame rate with the Direct menu by operating the joystick or the jog dial. Freeze Mix: Image Alignment Recording in Slow & Quick Motion Mode To use the Freeze Mix function When the preparatory settings are completed, you can start recording. Press the REC START/STOP button. Assign the Freeze Mix function to one of the assignable buttons.
• The Freeze Mix function cannot be used if the recording video format is SP 1080/24P. • The Freeze Mix display cannot be obtained in Quick & Slow Motion mode or Slow Shutter mode. • You cannot operate the Setup menus and PICTURE PROFILE menu in Freeze Mix status. Shot Transition Recording The Shot Transition function helps you to easily obtain complex picture effects by registering camera settings or conditions as a “shot” to be reproduced in a recording sequence.
Shot-transition operation area Shot-transition operation buttons and indications REC TCG 00:00:00:00 For shot-transition operations, use the three TRANSITION operation buttons on the upper panel. A button Shot Trans i t i on Execute Shot-A Shot-B B button A S E 0s 12s Rec Link : Of f B SHOT TRANSITION TC/U-BIT/DURATION Note Camera operations are disabled when the shot transition operation mode is Check or Execute. When adjustments are required, set the mode to Store.
CAMERA SET 00:00 B 2 Au t o BLK Ba l ance B B Gain Setup B Shu t t e r EX Slow Shut t e r B Shot Tr ans i t ion B MF Ass i s t : Of f Trans Time Trans Speed Time/Speed Trans Curve St a r t Timer Rec Link : : : : : : 2sec 5 Speed Soft Stop Of f Of f Setting and icon Contents Soft Trans To make the transition slowly at the beginning and end but linearly in between. P Specify the conditions for a shot transition.
3 The camera settings are registered to the pressed button. The registered camera settings are maintained until you register them next. Checking the registered settings (Shot) Press the MODE button to display “Check” in the shot-transition operation area. 2 Press the A or B button, whichever you assigned to the shot you wish to check. The selected shot (camera settings or conditions) takes effect on the picture on the screen. With this operation, you cannot check the conditions of the transition.
Making a transition from Shot B to Shot A When “Rec Link” is set to “Off” or “Shot-A,” a shot transition from Shot B to Shot A is possible. 1 2 Press the MODE button to display “Check” in the shot-transition operation area. Press the B button. The picture is adjusted according to the camera settings registered for Shot B. Recording 3 4 Press the MODE button to display “Execute” in the shot-transition operation area. Press the REC START/STOP button.
Fade In Set this to “On” to start recording with fade in. (When you operate the function using an assignable button, it is not necessary to set “Fade In” to “On” with the menu.) Fade In Type Select the initial status of the fade-in. White: To fade in from a white screen Black: To fade in from a black screen Fade In Time Set the duration (1/2/3/5/10 sec.) of fade-in. Specify the fade-out conditions. Fade Out Set this to “On” to end recording with fade out.
Note The Fade In/Fade Out settings automatically return to “Off” when you turn off the camcorder, while the Type and Time settings set with the menu are maintained. Picture Profiles Recording You can customize the picture quality, depending on the conditions or circumstances of recording, and store them as a picture profile, enabling the picture quality to be resumed just by your selecting the picture profile. Six different picture profiles (PP1 to PP6) can be stored in memory.
1 2 Set the power switch to CAMERA to turn the camcorder on in Camera mode. The PICTURE PROFILE menu is displayed. 3 Press the PICTURE PROFILE button. The PICTURE PROFILE menu is displayed. 3 Example: Operating the jog dial or the joystick, select “SEL” from the PICTURE PROFILE menu then select the picture profile number (PP1 to PP6) to operate. Operating the jog dial or the joystick, select “SET” and make the settings of the picture profile items.
2 Select “Copy” from “SET” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu. The picture profile numbers are listed on the screen. 3 Specify the target picture profile. “Execute” and “Cancel” are displayed. 4 Select “Execute.” Copying begins. Recording When copying ends, the completion message is displayed for three seconds, and the original screen display is restored. Resetting a Picture Profile You can reset a selected picture profile to the factory settings (standard status).
Picture Profile Items The values when “Off” is selected at “SEL” of the PICTURE PROFILE menu are shown in bold face (example: Standard). PICTURE PROFILE SET Subitems and setting values Contents Profile Name Profile name Set the profile name in 8 characters at maximum. You can use upper- and lowercase alphabetics, numerics 0 to 9, - (hyphen), _ (underscore) and space. Setting On / Off Set to “On” to activate the color phase adjustment function with matrix operations for the entire picture.
PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents White Offset White On / Off Set to “On” to shift the conversion value for auto white balance in Memory A or B mode and that for auto tracing white in ATW mode to a lower color temperature or a higher color temperature. Offset –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the volume of the offset white (shifting volumes) of the conversion value in Memory A, Memory B, or ATW mode, respectively.
PICTURE PROFILE SET Subitems and setting values Contents Skin Tone Detail Setting On / Off Set to “On” to enable the detail level adjustment for specific color-phase areas. The detail level is uniform over the entire picture with the Off setting. Level –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the skin-tone detail level. Area Detection1) Execute/Cancel Execute to detect the color in the center of the screen. The area centering around the detected color becomes the target area for Skin Tone Detail control.
PICTURE PROFILE SET Items Subitems and setting values Contents Gamma Level –99 to +99 (±0) Adjusting the gamma compensation level and selecting the gamma curve Adjust the gamma compensation level. Select the type of reference curve for gamma Select3) STD1 / STD2 / STD3 / STD4 / compensation. CINE1 / CINE2 / CINE3 / CINE4 Black –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the master black level.
3 Deleting Clips Select “Execute” again. The last recorded clip is deleted from the memory card. For details on menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” on page 111. In Camera mode, the Last Clip DEL function for deleting the last recorded clip and the All Clips DEL function for deleting all clips from a memory card are available. In Media mode, you can specify the clip to be deleted.
Notes Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data You can store all the menu settings (including picture profiles) as a setup file on an SxS memory card. By retrieving the stored setup file, the proper setup condition can be immediately obtained. For the setup file operations, use “Camera Data” of the OTHERS menu. Recording Note The Clock Set, Time Zone, Hours Meter (page 125) values are excluded.
Playback Playing Back Clips Turning the camcorder on with the power switch set to MEDIA sets it to Media mode, and the clips recorded on the SxS memory card are displayed as thumbnails on the screen. (If no clips are recorded on the card, a no-clip message is displayed.) You can start playback from the clip selected on the thumbnail screen. The playback picture can be seen in the viewfinder and external monitors. For connection of external monitors, see “Connecting External Monitors” on page 128.
8. Special recording information If the selected clip was recorded in a special recording mode (S&Q Motion, Interval Rec, or Frame Rec), the mode is displayed. For a clip recorded in S&Q Motion mode, [recording frame rate/playback frame rate] fps is displayed to the right. Playback For playback operations, use the playback control buttons on the handle. MONITOR VOL Switching the SxS memory cards When two memory cards are loaded, press the SLOT SELECT button to switch memory cards.
Display example (Playback mode): Press the THUMBNAIL button to return to the thumbnail screen. Function when tilted up (toward the subject) Notes • The playback picture may be momentarily distorted or frozen between clips. The playback control buttons and THUMBNAIL button do not function during this condition. • When you select a clip on the thumbnail button and start plaback, the playback picture at the beginning of the clip may be distorted.
Headphone connector To return to the top of the current clip Press the PREV button. • When you press the button in normal or fastforward playback, the top of the current clip is cued up then playback begins. • When you press the button in fast-reverse playback or in Pause mode, the top of the current clip is cued up, then the still picture is displayed. • Repeated pressing of the button cues up the previous clips one by one.
Press the STOP button. Playback mode is canceled, showing any external input or a blue screen. To display the thumbnail screen, press the THUMBNAIL button.
Clip Operations In Media mode, you can operate the clips or confirm and change the subsidiary data for clips using the Clip Operation menus. The corresponding Clip Operation menu pops up on the screens as shown below.
Basic Operations of the Clip Operation Menus Displaying a Clip Operation menu Press the joystick or the jog dial. The Clip Operation menu for the current display pops up. Selecting a Clip Operation menu item Turn the jog dial or tilt the joystick to select a menu item then press the jog dial or the joystick. Pressing the CANCEL button restores the previous condition. Selecting “CANCEL” from a Clip Operation menu turns the Clip Operation menu off.
Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip When you select “DISP CLIP INFO” from a Clip Operation menu, the CLIP INFO screen appears. 120min CL I P I NFO 0011 / 0300 JPAN0011( 1 ) OK 01 / JAN / 2007 10 : 53 HQ 1080 / 24p S&Q Mot i on 29 / 24fp s TCR 00 : 05 : 00 : 02 TCR 00 : 05 : 00 : 00 STR TCR 00 : 08 : 19 : 23 END DUR 00 : 03 : 20 : 00 CH1 / CH2 1 2 PREV CLI P 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 NEXT CL I P Playback 3 1. Image of the current clip 2. Image of the previous clip 7. Recording format 8.
1 Select “OK MARK DEL” from the Clip Operation menu. The information screen for the selected clip appears, and a confirmation message is displayed below the index frame image. 2 To delete, select “Execute” then press the jog dial or the joystick. ABCD0002(2) if ABCD0002(1) exists ABCD0005(4) if ABCD0005(3) exists • If parenthetical numbers (1) to (9) already exist as the result of repeated copying, copying to that card cannot be done any more.
1 Pause the playback or select a clip on the thumbnail screen then press the joystick or the jog dial. The corresponding Clip Operation menu pops up. 2 Select “EXPAND CLIP” from the Clip Operation menu. The EXPAND CLIP screen appears for the clip in Pause mode or that you selected on the thumbnail screen. On the EXPAND CLIP screen displayed by using the Clip Operation menu in Pause mode, the clip is displayed with the finest possible partitions.
SHOT MARK2: To display thumbnails only of the frames marked with shot mark 2 1 SHOT MARK screen example 120min Adding a shot mark in Pause mode SHOT MARK 0031 / 0031 Pause the playback at the frame to which you wish to add a shot mark then press the joystick or the jog dial. The Clip Operation menu pops up.
The information screen for the selected frame appears and a confirmation message is displayed below the image. 3 Select “Execute.” Changing the Index Frame You can change the index frame of a clip to another frame you selected on the EXPAND CLIP screen (page 101) or the SHOT MARK screen (page 102). Playback 1 Select a frame to be the index frame on the EXPAND CLIP screen or the SHOT MARK screen then press the joystick or the jog dial. 2 Select “SET INDEX PIC” from the Clip Operation menu.
Status Displays Showing the Status Screens This camcorder provides status screens of five kinds in Camera mode and four kinds in Media mode, permitting you to check the various settings and statuses of this unit. The status screens can also be displayed on an external monitor. For connections of an external monitor, see “Connecting External Monitors” on page 128. Canceling the status screen display Press the STATUS button again. The status screen display is canceled.
Note CAMERA Status Screen The display is not available when a non-serial lens is mounted. Zebra: Zebra status The settings and statuses related to image shooting are displayed. The CAMERA status screen is obtained only in Camera mode. It is not displayed in Media mode.
In Media Mode AUDIO Status Screen AUDIO CH-3 CH-4 1/4 oo -40 Information regarding audio signals is displayed. The display configuration varies between Camera mode and Media mode. In Camera Mode AUDIO CH-1 CH-2 2/5 oo -40 -30 Wi nd F i l t er CH-1 : CH-2: EXT-1 EXT-2 -20 -10 On On CH-1 CH-2 0 OVER AGC Li nk: L i nked CH-1/CH-2: Audio level meters The levels of the CH-1 and CH-2 audio inputs (EE audio levels) are displayed.
VIDEO Status Screen BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen The information on video formats and settings for the COMPONENT OUT, SDI OUT, MONITOR OUT, S VIDEO, and i.LINK connectors is displayed. VIDEO V i deo Format Rec Mode YPbPr /SDI Out V i deo Out Down Conver ter i . L I NK I / O 3/5 : : : : : : 1080/60i HQ 1080/60i NTSC Squeeze D i sab l e Video Format: Video format setting The picture size (effective vertical lines), frame rate, and scan format set in “Video Format” of the OTHERS menu are displayed.
BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen The information on the battery pack and SxS memory cards is displayed. BATTERY/ MED I A Ba t t er y HDD A HDD B 0 Media A Media B 0 5/5 Charge Count 55 50 100% 20min 50min Protected 50 100% Battery: Battery charge remaining The remaining charge level of the mounted battery pack is displayed. Charge Count: Repeated charge times The number of times that the mounted battery pack has been charged is displayed.
Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings Overview of the Setup Menus This camcorder permits you to make various settings for recording and playback with Setup menus in the viewfinder. The Setup menus can also be displayed on an external monitor. For connections of an external monitor, see “Connecting External Monitors” on page 128.
LENS Auto FB ADJ File Flare Shading Basic Menu Operations OTHERS All Reset Camera Data Time Zone Clock Set Language Assign Button Tally Hours Meter IR Remote Battery Alarm Battery INFO Genlock Direct Menu i.LINK I/O Trigger Mode Country Video Format Clip Format Media This section covers basic operations for setting the Setup menu items.
The cursor is displayed on the icon of the menu used last, and the corresponding menu item selection area is displayed to the right. CAMERA SET Example: When the cursor is located at (CAMERA SET menu icon) 00:00 Menu icon Displayed when there are more menu items beneath. (v shown at the top indicates that there are more menu items above.) CAMERA SET 00:00 Menu item selection area • A B symbol is displayed to the right of any item that has subitems.
For an item that requires your confirmation When you select an item that you must confirm before execution in step 3, the menu display temporarily disappears, and a confirmation message is displayed. Following the instructions of message, specify whether to execute or cancel.
Setup Menu List The functions and available settings of menus are listed below. The default settings set at the factory are shown in bold face (example: Speed). CAMERA SET Menu CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Auto BLK Balance Execute/Cancel Select “Execute” to start the automatic black balance adjustment.
CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Shot Transition1) Trans Time 2 to 15 sec (4 sec) Setting the Trans Speed operating 1 to 10 (5) conditions of Shot Time / Speed Transition Time / Speed Set the time it takes to make a shot transition. Set the speed of the transition. Determine whether to specify the transition by time or speed. Trans Curve Select the transition pattern.
CAMERA SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Interval Rec Setting On / Off Setting the Interval Recording Interval Time function 1 to 10/15/20/30/40/50 sec Turn the Interval Recording function on/off. Set the interval of recording in Interval Recording.
CAMERA SET Subitems and setting values Contents Level +1.0 / +0.5 / ±0 / –0.5 / –1.0 Set the target level (to make brighter or darker) of auto iris control in TLCS. (This setting also affects the gain control in AGC mode and shutter-speed control in Auto Shutter mode.) +1.0: Approx. one stop further open +0.5: Approx. half a stop further open ±0: Standard –0.5: Approx. half a stop further closed –1.0: Approx.
2) Valid only when the RM-B750/B150 Remote Control Unit is connected 3) If the mouted lens does not have Auto Iris function, only the gain and shutter are adjusted automatically. AUDIO SET Menu AUDIO SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Audio Input TRIM CH-1 Finely adjust the sensitivity of channel 1 of external –11 dBu to –65 dBu (–41 dBu) microphone input in steps of 6 dB.
VIDEO SET Menu VIDEO SET Menu items YPbPr/SDI Out Select Setting values Select the output signal from the COMPONENT OUT connector and the SDI OUT connector. HD: To output the same HD signal as that in recording and playback SD: To output a down-converted SD signal Off: No output On / Off Set whether to add the same menus and status indications as those in the viewfinder to the output signals from the COMPONENT OUT connector and the SDI OUT connector.
VF SET Menu VF SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents VF Color –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the color of pictures in the viewfinder. Mode Color / B&W Select the display mode of the viewfinder.
VF SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Display On/Off Video Level Warnings On / Off Selecting the items to be displayed in Brightness Display the viewfinder On / Off Turn the warning indication to be displayed when the picture is too bright or too dark on/off. Turn the numeric indication to show the picture brightness on/ off. Turn the histogram indication to show the level distribution of the picture on/off. Lens Info Meter / Feet / Off Select the depth-of-field indication.
TC/UB SET Menu TC/UB SET Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Timecode Mode Preset / Regen / Clock Set the timecode mode. Preset: To start the timecode from the specified value Regen (regeneration): To continue the timecode from that of the previous clip Clock: To use the current clock time as the timecode Run Rec Run / Free Run Set the running mode when the timecode mode is set to “Preset.” Rec Run: The timecode advances only in recording mode.
LENS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Flare R Flare –99 to +99 (±0) Adjusting the flare for a lens G Flare Adjust the flare (R). Adjust the flare (G). –99 to +99 (±0) B Flare –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the flare (B). R Flare EX –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the flare (R) (when an extender is in use). G Flare EX –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the flare (G) (when an extender is in use). B Flare EX –99 to +99 (±0) Adjust the flare (B) (when an extender is in use).
OTHERS Menu OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents All Reset Execute/Cancel Select “Execute” to reset the camcorder to the factory status. Store Execute/Cancel Select “Execute” to store the setting values in an SxS memory card. Recall Execute/Cancel Select “Execute” to retrieve the setting values from an SxS memory card.
OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Assign Button <1> Assigning functions to the assignable buttons Assign a function to the ASSIGN button of the corresponding number. The selectable functions are common.
OTHERS Menu items Subitems and setting values Contents Battery Alarm Low BATT 5% / 10% / 15% / ... / 45% / 50% Set the battery level at which the Low BATT warning is generated (in steps of 5%). BATT Empty 3% to 7% (3%) Set the battery level at which the BATT Empty warning is generated. DC Low Volt1 11.5 V to 17.0 V (11.5 V) Set the DC IN voltage at which the DC Low Volt1 warning is generated. DC Low Volt2 11.0 V to 14.0 V (11.
OTHERS Menu items Country Subitems and setting values Contents NTSC Area / PAL Area Setting the area for use Select the color system for the area where you will use the camcorder. Note The default setting is different among the sales areas.
Connecting External Devices Connecting External Monitors To display recording/playback pictures on an external monitor, select the output signal and use an appropriate cable for the monitor to be connected.
Images of 50P/50i/25P are output as PAL signals, those of 59.94P/59.94i/29.97P are output as NTSC signals, and those of 23.98P are output as 2-3 pulled-down NTSC signals. To display the menus and status information on the connected monitor Set “Video Out Display” (page 119) of the VIDEO SET menu to “On.” SDI OUT connector (BNC type) S VIDEO connector (S connector) The connector is set at the factory to output an HD SDI signal.
Operating Clips With a Computer SxS memory card SxS PRO 8GB The clips recorded on SxS memory cards with this camcorder can be controlled on a computer or edited using the optional nonlinear editing software. For these purposes, the clips on an SxS memory card can be operated by directly loading the card in a computer or by connecting the camcorder or the optional SBAC-US10 SxS Memory Card USB Reader/Writer to the computer, using an USB cable as shown below.
2 message (e.g., for formatting or restoration of an SxS memory card) is shown on the screen. It appears when formatting or restoration is completed. The message is also not displayed while the CLIP INFO screen is shown on the screen. It appears when an operation on the CLIP INFO screen is completed or you return to the thumbnail screen. Macintosh Drag the SxS memory card icon on the desktop to Trash. If the SxS memory card icon is located on Finder, click on the eject icon on its side.
For information on XDCAM Transfer, visit the web sites shown in “XDCAM EX web sites” on page 13 or on the cover page of the supplied CD-ROM. Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection) When an HDV-compatible video format (SP 1080/60i, SP 1080/50i, or SP 1080/24P) is selected, you can record the same images as those recorded on the memory card in this camcorder on an external device connected to the i.
2 Set the external device to recording standby status. For operations of the external device, refer to the operation manual of that device. 3 Set the camcorder to Camera mode by setting the power switch to CAMERA. 4 Press the REC START/STOP button. The external device starts recording in synchronization. The status of the external device is displayed in the i.LINK status indication area (page 23) in the viewfinder.
5 Press the REC START/STOP button on the handle. Recording begins. External Synchronization Notes • The REC START/STOP button on the grip does not function. • An error is generated in the following cases. In such a case, cancel Recording mode by pressing the REC START/STOP button. —The video format of input signal does not match that specified on the camcorder. —A copy-protected stream is being fed in. • If the input to the camcorder becomes no signal during recording, the tally lamps and the i.
TC/U -BIT/ DUR ATIO N HDV SLOT SELE O AUT AL MANU SS ACCE B CH-1 A OUT SDI CT AUDIO L LEVE AUDIOCT SELE CH-2 AUDIO IN O AUT AL MANU GENLOCK IN IN OCK GENL IN EXT TC IN IN EXT OTE REM T TC OU PM X W-E 3 OPEN AME RA OFF MED To release the external timecode synchronization Change the “Timecode” setting of the TC/UB SET menu or turn off the camcorder.
Operating From the RMB750/B150 When the optional RM-B750 or RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connected, various settings of the camcorder can be performed from the Remote Control Unit. You can operate the menus of the camcorder and monitor the picture on the RM-B750 or a video monitor connected via the MONITOR connector of the RM-B750/B150.
3 When the settings are completed, set the DISPLAY switch to ON or OFF to exit the menu. For details on operations of the RM-B150, refer to the Operation Manual of the RM-B150. Operating the menu from the RM-B750 The camcorder enters Slow & Quick Motion mode. 3 Select the frame rate for recording with “Frame Rate.” 4 Press the VTR/START STOP button. Slow & Quick Motion recording begins. Set the camcorder to Camera mode by setting the power switch to the CAMERA position in advance.
Functions Operable From the RM-B750/B150 (Camera Mode) When the camcorder is set to Camera mode, the following functions can be made using the controls, the switches, or the touch panel (RM- B750) on the Remote Control Unit, in addition to menu operations.
For details on operations of the Remote Control Unit, refer to the Operation Manual of the RM-B150/ B750. Notes • The following menu and knob/switch operations on the Remote Control Unit are enabled when the menu of the camcorder is not displayed. The changes becomes valid and reflected on the Picture Profile menu. • If the control knobs on the Remote Control Unit is set to Absolute mode, the corresponding items cannot be changed on the Picture Profile menu.
Appendixes Important Notes on Operation Use and Storage Use and storage locations Do not subject the unit to severe shocks The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped. Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places: • In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature range: 0ºC to 40ºC or 32ºF to 104ºF) Remember that in summer in warm climates the temperature inside a car with the windows closed can easily exceed 50ºC (122ºF).
White flecks Although the CMOS image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc. This is related to the principle of CMOS image sensors and is not a malfunction.
format shown below according to the video format of the playback clip and the “YPbPr/SDI Out Select” setting (HD or SD) of the VIDEO SET menu. The SDI OUT connector outputs serial digital signals of the same format as that of the analog component signals fed from the COMPONENT OUT connector. When the frame rate setting of the video format is 59.94i/59.94P/29.97P/23.98P Clip format Output format YPbPr Out YPbPr Out Select: HD Select: SD 1080/59.94i 1080/29.97P 1080/23.98P 720/59.94P 720/29.97P 720/23.
Lens File Operations Up to 6 lens files can be used with this camcorder. File ID File File name No. 01 02 U1 U2 U3 U4 3 Adjust the white balance. 4 Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to Menu mode and select the LENS menu with . 5 Select “Flare” and set the flare compensation values for R, G, and B.
LENS 00:00 8 Au t o FB ADJ File Flare Shad i ng B B B YH12x4.8IRS Lens I D B Recal l B S t ore File ID : U1: User_Fi l e 1 No O f f set Au t o Reca l l : On Select “Store” and specify the file in which you wish to store the data. LENS 00:00 9 Au t o FB ADJ File Flare Shad i ng B B B Lens I D VCL-614B2X B XS8X4AS- XB8 Recal l B User_Fi l e 1 S t ore File ID : User_Fi l e 2 No O f f set User_Fi l e 3 Au t o Reca l l : User_Fi l e 4 When the confirmation message is displayed, select “Execute.
25 CR20 3V 2 Insert a new backup battery (CR2032) with the + symbol on the battery facing outside. 25 CR20 3V 3 Attach the cover in the original position.
Troubleshooting Operating Power Symptoms Cause Remedy The camcorder does not power on when you set the power switch either to CAMERA or MEDIA. No battery pack is mounted and no power is supplied to the DC IN connector. Mount a battery pack (page 26) or connect an AC power using the BC-U1(page 27) . The battery pack is completely exhausted. Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one (page 26). The power supply cuts while operating. The battery pack becomes exhausted.
External Devices Symptoms Cause The equipment connected It sometimes takes time for the to the camcorder via an connected equipment to recognize i.LINK connection does the operation. not react as expected, for example, no picture appears on its screen. Remedy Wait for about 15 seconds. If the connected equipment still does not react, do the following: • Check the i.LINK cable, for example, by replugging it. • Turn the power off, and connect the cable again. • Change the i.LINK cable.
Error/Warning Indications The camcorder informs you of situations where warning, caution, or an operation check is required, through messages in the viewfinder, the tally lamps, and a buzzer. The buzzer is output to the built-in speaker or to the headphones connected via the headphone connector. The buzzer volume can be adjusted with “Alarm Level” in “Audio Output” of the AUDIO SET menu. Error Indications The camcorder stops operation after the following indications.
Warning indication in the viewfinder Buzzer Tally lamps Cause and measures A partitioned memory card or one that contains recorded clips exceeding the number permitted with this camcorder is loaded. This card cannot be used with this camcorder. Remove it and load a compatible card. An error occurred with the memory card. The card requires restoration. Remove the card, load it again, and restore it. Unknown Media(A)1) Please Change.
About i.LINK This section explains the specifications and features of i.LINK. What is i.LINK? i.LINK is a digital serial interface designed to integrate devices equipped with i.LINK connectors. i.LINK allows your device to: • Perform two-way transmission and reception of data such as digital audio and digital video signals. • Control other i.LINK devices. • Easily connect multiple devices with a single i.LINK cable. Your i.
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Continuous operation time (recording) With the BP-U60 Approx. 210 min. With the BP-U30 Approx. 100 min. Mass Camcorder: 1.9 kg (4 lb 2 oz) With the supplied lens, lens hood, eyepiece, BP-U30 battery pack and one SxS memory card: 3.6 kg (7 lb 15 oz) Dimensions See page 155. Supplied accessories See page 10. Camera Block Pickup device 1/ -inch type, CMOS image sensor 2 Effective picture elements: 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Format 3-chip RGB Optical system F1.
DC IN connector DC jack (1) Zoom ratio 14× Output connectors Maximum relative aperture 1:1.9 SDI OUT connector BNC type (1), conforming to SMPTE292M/259M standards Iris MONITOR OUT connector BNC type (1), 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω, unbalanced Focus COMPONENT OUT connector Mini D connector (1) Y: 1.0 Vp-p, 75Ω Pb / Pr: 0.
Dimensions Unit: mm (inches) HDV SDI OUT GENLOCK IN STEADY SHOT 4 2.8 1.9 40 25 1 LE HISTOGRAM 3 AC A CE INT EXT CT 8 1 CH SS B FOCUS TC IN O AUT NUAL MA -1 O DI AU IN O DI O AU LECT AUT NUAL SE MA INT EXT REMOTE TC OUT O DI L AU VE LE -2 CH -E W PM 2 16 10 2 SE ND FILTER FULL AUTO X3 X3 -E W PM FRAME + C 30 10 MACRO OFF ON GAIN OFF 5.8 10 3 LENS INFO BRT DISP ASSIGN IRIS OT MANU AUTO 15 OPEN CLOSE 5.6 ft mm AF 81.
Index A Appendixes AC adaptor 27 AC power source 27 ACCESS lamps 41, 42 add shot marks 103 AF mode 63 AGC mode 55, 56 All Clips DEL 91 All Reset 92, 124 Angle mode 56 Area Detection 90 Aspect Marker 54 Aspect Select 54 Assign Button 72, 125 assignable buttons 72 ATW 51, 72 ATW Speed 117 Audio 67 AUDIO IN connectors 67 AUDIO IN switches 67 Audio Input 118 AUDIO LEVEL controls 67 audio monitoring 69 Audio Output 118 audio recording levels 68 AUDIO SELECT switches 67 AUDIO Status 107 Auto BLK Balance 53, 114
D Date/Time 29 DC cable clamp 38 DC IN connector 27 DC IN Power 27 delete a clip 101 DELETE CLIP 101 delete shot marks 103 Detail 88 DF 66 diopter compensation 30 Direct Menu 126 Direct menu 24, 51, 56, 59, 63, 77, 85 DISP CLIP INFO 100 Display On/Off 121 DISPLAY/BATT INFO button 23, 27 divide a clip 104 DIVIDE CLIP 104 Down Converter 119 E F F FWD button 95 F REV button 95 Fade In 83 Fade Out 83 Fader 72, 82, 116 File 122 G gain 55 Gain Setup 56, 114 GAIN switch 55 Gamma 90 Genlock 126, 134 GENLOCK IN c
iris opening 58 Iris ring 58 IRIS switch 58 J O Knee 89 OK mark 100 OK MARK ADD 100 OK MARK DEL 101 One-Push Auto Focusing 63 OTHERS Menu 124 Output Formats 141 L P Language 124 Last Clip DEL 72, 91 lens adaptor 35 lens cap 47 lens files 35, 143 LENS INFO 72 Lens Info 72 LENS Menu 122 lens mount lever 34 lens mount stopper switch 34 LENS REMOTE connector 61 LINE/MIC/+48V switches 67 Low Key SAT 90 Peaking 62, 120 PEAKING control 62 PHU-60K 45 PICTURE FROFILE menu 84, 87 PICTURE PROFILE button 84 Pic
S T Tally 125 U USB cable 130 user bits 66 Users Bit 122 V VF 120 VF Mode 72 VF SET Menu 120 Video Format 49, 127 Video Out Display 119 VIDEO Status 108 Viewfinder 30 W Warning Indications 148 White 88 WHITE BAL switch 51 white balance 51 White Switch 117 WHT BAL button 52 Wide Conversion 117 write protection 41 X XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software 14, Appendixes S&Q Motion 116, 137 Safety Area 53 Safety Zone 53 SBAC-US10 130 SBP-16 40 SBP-8 40 SDI OUT connector 129 SEL/SET button 111 SEL/SET dial 111 S
Z Zebra 54, 120 ZEBRA button 54 zebra patterns 54 Zebra Select 55 Zebra1 Level 55 zoom 59 ZOOM button 60 Zoom Position 59 Zoom ring 60 Zoom Speed 115 Zoom speed switch 60 ZOOM switch 60 Appendixes 160 Index
