PROFESSIONAL DISC CAMCORDER
PDW-510/510P
PDW-530/530P
OPERATION MANUAL [English]
1st Edition
UTSÄTTAS FÖR OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR LASERKLASS 1.
For the customers in the USA and Canada
• RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
For the customers in the USA
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment
by returning your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the
limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential
installation. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate
radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in
accordance with the instructions, may cause harmful
interference to radio communications.
However, there is no guarantee that interference will not occur
in a particular installation. If this equipment does cause
harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can
be determined by turning the equipment off and on, the user is
encouraged to try to correct the interference by one or more of
the following measures;
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable
batteries, call toll free 1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion
batteries.
• RECYCLING NICKEL METAL HYDRIDE BATTERIES
Nickel metal hydride batteries are
recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment
by returning your used rechargeable
batteries to the collection and recycling
location nearest you.
– Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
– Increase the separation between the equipment and
receiver.
– Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different
from that to which the receiver is connected.
– Consult the dealer or an experienced radio/TV technician for
help.
For more information regarding recycling of rechargeable
batteries, call toll free1-800-822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking lithium-ion
batteries.
The shielded interface cable recommended in this manual
must be used with this equipment in order to comply with the
limits for a digital device pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of
FCC Rules.
For the customers in Europe
This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC
Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the
European Community.
For the customers in the USA
This product contains mercury. Disposal of this product may
be regulated if sold in the USA. For disposal or recycling
information, please contact your local authorities or the
Electronics Industries Alliance (www.eiae.org http://
www.eiae.org ).
Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the
following European standards:
• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)
• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity)
This product is intended for use in the following
Electromagnetic Environment(s):
E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3
(urban outdoors) and E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV
studio).
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AVERTISSEMENT
ATTENTION
Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet
appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Comme le rayon laser utilisé dans ce Camescope de
disques pour professionnels est dangereux pour les
yeux, ne pas essayer de démonter le coffret. Faire
effectuer l’entretien uniquement par un personnel
qualifié.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
ATTENTION
L’emploi d’instruments optiques avec ce produit
augmentera les risques pour les yeux.
Précaution
L’emploi de commandes ou ajustements ou l’exécution de
procédures autres que celles spécifiées ici peut provoquer
une exposition dangereuse au rayonnement.
Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada.
• RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX IONS DE
LITHIUM
Cet camescope de disques pour professionnels est classé
PRODUIT LASER DE CLASSE 1.
Propriétés de la diode laser
Longueur d’onde: 403 à 410 nm
Durée d’émission: Continue
Les accumulateurs aux ions de lithium
sont recyclables.
Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver
l’environnement en rapportant les piles
usées dans un point de collection et
recyclage le plus proche.
Puissance de sortie laser: 65 mW (maxi de crête
d’impulsion), 35 mW (maxi d'ondes entretenues)
Pour plus d’informations sur le recyclage des
accumulateurs, téléphonez au numéro gratuit
1-800-822-8837 (Etats-Unis et Canada uniquement), ou
visitez http://www.rbrc.org/
Cette étiquette est placée à
l’intérieur du panneau
extérieur de l’appareil.
Avertissment: Ne pas utiliser des accumulateurs aux ions
de lithium qui sont endommagés ou qui fuient.
• RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS À HYDRURE
MÉTALLIQUE DE NICKEL
Les accumulateurs à hydrure métallique
de nickel sont recyclables.
Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver
l’environnement en rapportant les piles
usées dans un point de collection et
recyclage le plus proche.
Pour plus d’informations sur le recyclage des
accumulateurs, téléphonez au numéro gratuit
1-800-822-8837 (Etats-Unis et Canada uniquement), ou
visitez http://www.rbrc.org/
Avertissment: Ne pas utiliser des accumulateurs aux ions
de lithium qui sont endommagés ou qui fuient.
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Pour les clients européens
Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive
sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) (89/336/CEE)
émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne.
La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux
normes européennes suivantes :
EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)
EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité)
Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements
électromagnétiques suivants :
E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère),
E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex.
studio de télévision).
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WARNUNG
VORSICHT
Um Feuergefahr und die Gefahr eines
elektrischen Schlages zu vermeiden, darf
das Gerät weder Regen noch Feuchtigkeit
ausgesetzt werden.
Die Laserstrahlung im Innern ist augenschädlich.
Deshalb den Professional Disc Camcorder nicht öffnen/
zerlegen. Wartungsarbeiten ausschließlich
qualifiziertem Fachpersonal überlassen.
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu
vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht
geöffnet werden. Überlassen Sie
Wartungsarbeiten stets nur qualifiziertem
Fachpersonal.
VORSICHT
Der Einsatz von optischen Hilfen verstärkt die Gefahr
von Augenschäden.
Vorsicht
Bei Betätigung von Bedien- und Einstellteilen oder
Ausführung von Bedienvorgängen, die nicht ausdrücklich in
dieser Bedienungsanleitung aufgeführt sind, droht u.U. die
Einwirkung gefährlicher Laserstrahlung.
GEFAHR
Bei geöffnetem Laufwerk und beschädigter oder deaktivierter
Verriegelung tritt ein unsichtbarer Laserstrahl aus.
Direkter Kontark mit dem Laserstrahl ist unbedingt zu
vermeiden.
Dieses Gerät ist als CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT eingestuft.
Eigenschaften der Laserdiode
Wellenlänge: 403 bis 410 nm
Emissionsdauer. Ununterbrochen
Laser-Ausgangsleistung: 65 mW (max. Impulsspitze), 35
mW (max. Dauerstrich)
Für Kunden in Europa
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die
EMV-Richtlinie (89/336/EWG) der EG-Kommission.
Angewandte Normen:
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störaussendung)
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit
(Störfestigkeit),
Dieser Aufkleber befindet
sich hinter der
für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1
(Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem
Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und
E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio)
Außenabdeckung des
Geräts.
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ATTENZIONE
CAUTELA
Per evitare il pericolo di incendi o scosse
elettriche, non esporre l’apparecchio alla
pioggia o all’umidità.
Poiché il raggio laser impiegato in questo camcorder di
dischi professionale è dannoso alla vista, non tentare di
smontare il rivestimento. Per la manutenzione rivolgersi
esclusivamente a personale qualificato.
Per evitare scosse elettriche, non aprire
l’apparecchio.
Per le riparazioni, rivolgersi solo a
personale qualificato.
CAUTELA
L’uso di strumenti ottici con questo prodotto aumenta il
rischio per la vista.
Cautela
L’uso di comandi o regolazioni o l’esecuzione di procedimenti
diversi da quelli specificati in questo manuale possono
causare esposizione a radiazioni pericolose.
Per i clienti in Europa
Questo prodotto recante il marchio CE è conforme sia alla
direttiva sulla compatibilità elettromagnetica (EMC) (89/336/
CEE) emesse dalla Commissione della Comunità Europea.
La conformità a queste direttive implica la conformità alle
seguenti normative europee:
EN55103-1: Interferenza elettromagnetica (Emissione)
EN55103-2: Sensibilità ai disturbi elettromagnetici (Immunità)
Questo prodotto è destinato all’uso nei seguenti ambienti
elettromagnetici:
Questo camcorder di dischi professionale è classificato come
PRODOTTO LASER CLASSE 1.
Proprietà del laser a diodo
Lunghezza d’onda: da 403 a 410 nm
Durata emissione: Continua
Potenza d’emissione del laser: 65 mW (mass. a picco di
impulso), 35 mW (mass. di CW)
E1 (residenziali), E2 (commerciali e industriali leggeri), E3
(esterni urbani) e E4 (ambienti EMC controllati, ad esempio
studi televisivi).
Questa etichetta si trova
all’interno del pannello
esterno dell’unità.
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ADVERTENCIA
CAUTION
Para evitar el riesgo de incendios o
electrocución, no exponga la unidad a la
lluvia ni a la humedad.
Como el rayo láser utilizado en este grabador de discos
profesional es peligroso para los ojos, no trate de
desarmar la caja. Solicite el servicio sólo al personal
cualificado.
Para evitar descargas eléctricas, no abra el
aparato. Solicite asistencia técnica
únicamente a personal especializado.
CAUTION
El uso de instrumentos ópticos con este producto
aumentará el peligro a los ojos.
Precaución
La utilización de controles o ajustes, o la realización de
procedimientos no especificados aquí pueden resultar en la
exposición a radiación peligrosa.
Para los clientes de Europa
Este grabador de discos profesional está clasificado como
CLASS 1 LASER PRODUCT.
Este producto cumple con las directivas de compatibilidad
electromagnética (89/336/CEE) de la Comisión Europea.
El cumplimiento de estas directivas implica la conformidad
con los siguientes estándares europeos:
Propiedades del diodo láser
Longitud de onda: 403 a 410 nm
Duración de la emisión: Continua
Potencia de salida láser: 65 mW (máx. de pico de pulso),
35 mW (máx. de onda continua)
• EN55103-1: Interferencia electromagnética (Emisión)
• EN55103-2: Susceptibilidad electromagnética (Inmunidad)
Este producto está ha sido diseñado para utilizarse en los
entornos electromagnéticos siguientes:
E1 (zona residencial), E2 (zona comercial e industrial ligera),
E3 (exteriores urbanos), y E4 (entorno con EMC controlada,
p. ej., estudio de televisión).
Esta etiqueta se encuentra
en el interior del panel
exterior de la unidad.
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Table of Contents
3-3-1 Checking the Last Two Seconds of the
3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color
3-4 Recording Video Signals from External
3-4-1 Recording a DV Stream From External
1-1-1 Principal Differences Between the
PDW-510/510P and PDW-530/530P15
1-1-3 Features of the Optical Disc Drive
(VDR) ..............................................16
3-4-2 Recording Analog Composite Signals
2-4 Shooting and Recording/Playback
2-9 Warnings and Indications on the LCDs
5-1 Setting the Recording Format (PDW-
5-2 Adjusting the Black Balance and the
5-3-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter
Speed................................................65
5-4 Changing the Reference Value for
5-5-1 Manually Adjusting the Audio Levels of
3-1-1 Discs Used for Recording and Playback
CH1/CH2 Connectors ......................70
5-5-2 Manually Adjusting the Audio Level of
the Front Microphone ......................71
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5-6-2 Saving the Actual Time in the Time
Code.................................................73
7-1 Saving and Loading User Files to and
7-1-2 Saving User Menu Data to the “Memory
Stick”..............................................104
6-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder
6-2-1 Layout of the Status Display on the
Viewfinder Screen ...........................84
6-2-3 Display Modes and Setting Change
Messages..........................................87
6-2-6 Recording Shot Data Superimposed on
the Color Bars ..................................89
6-2-8 Displaying the Status Confirmation
Windows ..........................................91
6-2-9 Confirming the Image of the Return
Video Signal in the Viewfinder .......92
6-3 Adjustments and Settings from Menus
7-1-3 Loading saved data from a “Memory
Stick”..............................................106
7-2-3 Resetting the Settings of the Camcorder
Reference File ................................111
7-3 Jumping to a File-Related Menu Page
8-1-2 Avoiding Breaks in Operation Due to an
8-1-4 Using the Anton Bauer Ultralight
8-2-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus and
6-3-1 Setting Gain Values for the GAIN
Selector Positions.............................94
6-3-3 Setting the Color Temperature Manually
95
8-2-5 Using the BKW-401 Viewfinder
8-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a
6-3-4 Specifying an Offset for the Auto White
Balance Setting ................................96
6-3-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2/3/4
Switches...........................................96
6-3-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal
Clock................................................98
8-5-4 Connecting Line Input Audio
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8-8 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position..
8-9 Putting on the Rain Cover (Not
8-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit
9-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting
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Overview
1
Chapter
PDW-530/530P recording format and internal optical
filters
1-1 Features
Recording DVCAM
format
Video
25 Mbps
DVCAM format
compatible
recording
1)
Audio
16 bits, 48 kHz,
4 channels
The PDW-510/510P/530/530P is a camcorder for ENG
2)
2
and EFP , in which a color video camera using / -inch
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Recording 85 minutes
time
high-definition CCDs of a 16:9 aspect ratio and a
Professional Disc drive are combined integrally. The
camera’s CCDs have approximately 1,000,000 picture
elements (pixels) (the number of effective pixels:
approximately 500,000).
This unit adds a range of new functionality exploiting the
capabilities of the optical disc to the established high
image quality and resistance to vibration, dust, and
moisture of the Betacam SP/SX camcorders.
MPEG IMX Video
compatible
recording
MPEG IMX
compatible recording
(4:2:2 high image
quality video
recording using
MPEG2 intra frames)
1)
Audio
16 bits or 24 bits
48 kHz sampling
4 channels
1) ENG: Electronic News Gathering
2) EFP: Electronic Field Production
Recording 50 Mbps: 45 minutes
time
40 Mbps: 55 minutes
30 Mbps: 68 minutes
1-1-1 Principal Differences Between
the PDW-510/510P and PDW-
530/530P
Optical
filters
Separate CC filters and ND filters; two filters
can be used simultaneously
1) For analog audio input, the effective bit length is maximum 20 bits.
There are the following differences between the PDW-
510/510P and PDW-530/530P in the specifications of
recording format, internal optical filters, and so on.
The following characteristics are common to the PDW-
510/510P and PDW-530/530P.
1-1-2 Camera Features
PDW-510/510P recording format and internal optical
filters
Recording DVCAM
Video
25 Mbps
DVCAM format
2
/ -inch Power HAD EX CCDs
3
format
compatible
recording
2
The three high sensitivity, low smear / -inch Power
HAD EX CCDs provide a high image quality which is at
Audio
16 bits, 48 kHz,
4 channels
3
1)
the top of its class for a standard definition camcorder.
• The unit is switchable between a 16:9 aspect ratio wide
image and 4:3 standard aspect ratio.
Recording 85 minutes
time
Optical
filters
Single integrated filter system for CC (color
correction) and ND (neutral density)
• You can select an interlaced scan mode or progressive
2)
scan mode (30 fps (frames per second) for the PDW-
510/530, 25 fps for the PDW-510P/530P).
1-1 Features
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• With the optional CBK-FC01 Pull Down Board
installed, a 24 fps progressive scan video can be
recorded subjected to pull-down, providing imaging
quality close to that of film. (PDW-510/530 only)
Saving and recalling settings in a “Memory
Stick”
Using an “Memory Stick” , you can save menu settings
3)
1)
for particular shooting conditions, for recall as required.
1) Abbreviation of “Power Hole-Accumulated Diode.” “Power HAD” is a
registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
2) More precisely, 29.97 fps
1) “Memory Stick” is a trademark of Sony Corporation.
3) More precisely, 23.98 fps
High-functionality viewfinder
The 2-inch monochrome viewfinder allows accurate
focusing.
The switch settings, automatic black balance and white
balance items, status, warnings and so on appear on the
viewfinder screen.
Camera signal processing for high image
quality shooting
• The 12-bit A/D converter provides high image quality,
stability, and reliability.
• The high-performance electronic shutter allows you to
1)
select the extended clear scan mode (ECS ) and high
2)
1-1-3 Features of the Optical Disc
Drive (VDR)
vertical resolution mode (EVS ), to obtain clear video
shooting.
1) ECS: Extended Clear Scan
2) EVS: Super Enhanced Vertical Definition System
Recording and playback in clip units
Each time you start and stop recording, this creates an
independent clip. During playback, you can jump to any
clip, to check the recorded video.
Shooting functions to cope with different
shooting conditions
• During recording, material is always written to unused
parts of the disc. Therefore, even when playing back
between shooting sessions, there is no danger of
inadvertently overwriting the previous recording.
• Immediately after recording, you can delete clips you
decide not to keep, allowing efficient use of the available
disc capacity.
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• The slow shutter function (up to / second) allows
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shooting under very poor lighting conditions.
• You can easily recall sets of adjustment values from
memory, to match the particular lighting conditions.
• The ATW function provides automatic white balance
adjustment in response to changing lighting conditions.
1)
TM 2)
• The TruEye
process yields distortion-free video,
even with high intensity colors.
• The TURBO GAIN button enables an instantaneous
boost of the video gain to the maximum 48 dB.
Wide range of metadata recording
Together with the recorded video and audio, a variety of
additional information is recorded as metadata on the disc.
• Using simultaneous recording of proxi AV data (low rate
video and audio: video around 1.5 Mbps, and each audio
channel 64 kbps), high-speed transfer to an external
editor or video and audio transfer over a low bandwidth
network is possible.
• It is also possible to record a variety of metadata such as
a camera ID, disc number, scene number, and so on.
Such metadata offers a great advantage when searching
for data in subsequent processes.
1) ATW: Auto Tracing White balance
2) TruEye: “TruEye” is a registered trademark of Sony Corporation.
Freeze mix function
This allows a still image from the previously captured
video to be aligned with the video output from the camera.
Thus you can adjust the camera position to get exactly the
same framing for new shooting.
Wide range of menu settings
The menus provide the following operations, amongst
others.
• Status display, message, and marker display settings
• Camera adjustment settings
• Switch function assignment
Picture cache recording
Video and audio for a maximum of 10 seconds is always
held in memory, so that when you start recording, it is
possible to record from just before the REC START button
was pressed.
• “Memory Stick” operations
You can also assign any settings to the USER menu, to
create customized menus.
Time-lapse video (intermittent recording)
function
You can record video intermittently, capturing any number
of frames at any desired time interval.
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1-1 Features
1) You can use PDZ-1 (logging software supplied with the PDW-1500,
PDW-V1 and so on), or XPRI Meta Station (nonlinear editing software
supplied with XDCAM support).
Scene selection function
The scene selection function allows you to select required
clips only, and play them back in any order.
Remote control connectors
By connecting an optional RM-B150/B750 or similar
remote control unit, you can control the shooting functions
of this unit externally.
High reliability under tough operating
conditions
With similar resistance to vibration and dust as a tape-
based camcorder, this unit can be relied on just like a
conventional unit.
Function extension interface
• Installing the optional CBK-SD01 SDI Output Board
enables SDI signal output from the VIDEO OUT
connectors.
1-1-4 Input and Outputs
• By installing the optional CBK-SC01 Analog Composite
Input Board, a composite video signal input to the
GENLOCK connector can be recorded on this unit.
• An extension connector can be attached to the battery
attachment on the rear panel, to allow various camera
adapters to be fitted.
Range of audio inputs and outputs
• A super-cardioid directional monaural microphone with
external power supply is fitted as standard. By changing
the connector (service component replacement), a stereo
microphone can be fitted.
• The optional slot-in type WRR-855A/855B UHF
Synthesized Tuner Unit can be installed in the unit.
• The two AUDIO IN connectors (XLR type, 3-pin) on the
rear panel of the unit can be switched to line input,
microphone input, or +48V external power, and also to
AES/EBU digital audio inputs (maximum 24 bits).
• When audio cables are connected to the two AUDIO IN
connectors (XLR type, 3-pin) on the rear panel of the
unit, an automatic detection function forces the
recording of the audio input signals from these
connectors as channels 1 and 2.
1-1-5 Other Functions
Usability-oriented design
• There is more space around the rear panel connectors
than on previous models, making cable connections and
switch operations easier.
• The adjustment range of the shoulder pad in the front to
rear direction is increased, making it easier to ensure
proper balance when using the unit.
• The AUDIO OUT connectors (XLR type, 5-pin) provide
two channels of audio output.
2.5-inch color LCD panel
The side of the unit has an LCD that can be switched to
show the following images and data.
• Status information, including audio level meters and
timecode
• Thumbnails of the video recorded on the Professional
Disc
• A playback image of the video recorded on the
Professional Disc
• The camera image
(i.LINK) connector
The i.LINK interface enables data transfers with other DV
devices, as follows.
• When the camcorder recording format is set to DVCAM
(PDW-530/530P only), you can record a DV stream
input from an external DV device to the optical disc
drive in this unit. (Audio data is converted to the
recording standard for this unit, then recorded.)
• You can output a DV stream (on the PDW-530/530P,
this can also be done in IMX mode), and send to a DSR-
DU1 hard disc recorder (not supplied) or other DV
recording device, to act as a back-up recording when
carrying out recording and stop operations on this unit.
• When the camcorder is connected to a computer with an
i.LINK connection, you can use DV stream input and
output together with nonlinear editing software that
supports the DV format.
Monochrome LCD panel
Even when this unit is powered off, the timecode,
remaining disc capacity, battery capacity, and other status
information appears on the monochrome LCD. (This
requires either a battery loaded or a DC power supply
connected.)
1)
Instant operation assignable switches
Two switches provided on the side panel and on the top of
the grip, respectively, can be assigned to any functions, by
a menu operation.
By using application software that supports the
XDCAM series, you can read and write video, audio,
and metadata recorded on the Professional Disc, with
random access.
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Furthermore, another control (the TURBO GAIN button)
can also be used as an assignable switch.
Alarm function
If a fault is detected on the optical disc drive, or if the disc
or battery capacity is low, this is notified by warning
indicators and audible alarms.
SMPTE (PDW-510/530)/EBU (PDW-510P/
530P) color bars, and 1 kHz reference
signal output
Adjustment of a color monitor or external audio device is
1)
easy. Color bars for an SNG uplink are also provided.
1) SNG: Satellite News Gathering
Viewfinder height adjustable
In addition to the front to rear and left to right directions,
the viewfinder can be adjusted vertically in two steps.
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1-1 Features
1-2 Example of System Configuration
The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the
camcorder for ENG and EFP.
For more information about the fittings, connections, or
use of additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter
8 as well as the operation manuals for the connected
equipment.
Viewfinder-related equipment
AC power supply
Name / Purpose Magnification Part No.
Name / Purpose
AC Adaptor
Part No.
Fog-proof filter
Lens assembly
Lens assembly
Lens assembly
–
1-547-341-11
AC-550/550CE
AC-DN2B
–2.8 D to +2.0 D A-8262-537-A
–3.6 D to –0.8 D A-8262-538-A
–3.6 D to +0.4 D A-8267-737-A
–2.4 D to +0.5 D A-8314-798-A
AC Adaptor
Battery
Name / Purpose Part No.
Lens assembly
(3 × magnification)
Battery Charger BC-M150/M50
1)
BP-IL75/GL95/
M100
Battery Pack
Connection through i.LINK interface
1) BP-L40/M50 cannot be used.
Devices with a DV connector (DSR-DU1 etc.)
Camera adaptor
Extension board
Name / Purpose
Part No.
Name / Purpose
Part No.
CBK-SD01
The input of the audio
channels 3/4 and the
SDI output
CA-701
SDI Output Board
Composite Input Board CBK-SC01
2)
Pull Down Board
CBK-FC01
CCZ (26-pin) output/
analog composite/SDI
input
CA-702/702P
2) For PDW-510/530 only
Audio signal source
“Memory Stick”
External microphone ECM-672 or similar
microphone
RM-B150/B750 Remote
Control Unit
CAC-12 Microphone Holder
Audio equipment
Video monitor for color image
check during shooting
WRR-862 UHF Portable Tuner
WRR-855 series UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit
CCXA-53 audio cable
XLR 5-pin connector for stereo
microphone (service part)
DMX-P01 Portable Digital Mixer
1-2 Example of System Configuration
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1-3 Precautions
Use and Storage
Do not subject the unit to severe shocks
The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body
warped.
After use
Always turn off the power.
Before storing the unit for a long period
Remove the battery pack.
Use and storage locations
Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the
unit in the following places.
• Places subject to temperature extremes
• Very damp places
• Places subject to severe vibration
• Near strong magnetic fields
• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods
To prevent electromagnetic interference from
portable communications devices
The use of portable telephones and other communications
devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and
interference with audio and video signals.
It is recommended that the portable communications
devices near this unit be powered off.
Note on laser beams
Laser beams may damage the CCDs. If you shoot a scene
that includes a laser beam, be careful not to let the laser
beam be directed into the lens of the camera.
Use at a high temperature
If the unit is used at a high temperature, white flecks may
appear on the screen.
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1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual
The supplied CR-ROM includes versions of the Operation
Manual for the PDW-510/510P/530/530P in English,
Japanese, French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese.
Note
If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to
read its content, for example because of a hardware
failure, you can do one of the following.
• You can purchase a new CD-ROM disc to replace one
that has been lost or damaged. Contact your Sony service
representative.
1-4-1 CD-ROM System
Requirements
• You can purchase printed versions of the operation
manuals. Contact your Sony service representative.
When ordering, be sure to specify the part number of the
manual you want.
The following are required to access the supplied CD-
ROM disc.
• Computer: PC with Intel Pentium CPU
- Installed memory: 64 MB or more
- CD-ROM drive: ×8 or faster
Part No.
Models covered
• Monitor: Monitor supporting resolution of 800 × 600 or
higher
3-805-948-0X
PDW-510/510P/530/530P
• Operating system: Microsoft Windows Millennium
Edition, Windows 2000 Service Pack 2, Windows XP
Professional or Windows XP Home Edition
•
•
•
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subsidiaries in the United States and other countries.
Microsoft and Windows are registered trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other countries.
Adobe, Acrobat, and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe Systems
Incorporated in the United States and/or other countries.
When these requirements are not met, access to the CD-
ROM disc may be slow, or not possible at all.
1-4-2 Preparations
One of the following programs must be installed on your
computer in order to use the operation manuals contained
on the CD-ROM disc.
• Adobe Acrobat Reader Version 4.0 or higher
• Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
Note
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can download it from
the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
1-4-3 Reading the CD-ROM Manual
To read the operation manual contained on the CD-ROM
disc, do the following.
1
2
Insert the CD-ROM disc in your CD-ROM drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the browser,
double-click the index.htm file on the CD-ROM disc.
Select and click the operation manual that you want to
read.
This opens the PDF file of the operation manual.
1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual
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1-4 Using the CD-ROM Manual
Locations and Functions
of Parts and Controls
2
Chapter
2-1 Power Supply
1 Battery attachment
2 DC IN connector
3 POWER switch
4 LIGHT switch
a Battery attachment
d LIGHT switch
This determines how a video light connected to the LIGHT
connector is turned on and off.
AUTO: When the switch on the video light is in the on
position, putting the camcorder in recording mode
turns the video light on automatically. When using the
auto interval recording mode, the video light is
automatically turned on immediately before recording
starts.
Attach a BP-IL75/GL95/M100 battery pack.
Furthermore, by attaching an AC-DN2B AC Adaptor, you
can operate the camcorder from AC power.
Note
If you mount other than the recommended battery pack in
the camcorder, the operation may be unstable when
starting or ending recording or playback.
MANUAL: You can turn the video light on or off
manually, using its own switch.
b DC IN connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male)
To operate the camcorder using an AC power supply,
connect an AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor with the DC
output cable supplied with the adaptor.
Note
If you use other than the recommended battery pack in the
camcorder, the video light may not operate.
c POWER switch
This switch turns the main power supply on and off.
2-1 Power Supply
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2-2 Accessory Attachments
1 Shoulder strap posts
2 Light shoe
3 LIGHT connector
4 Lens mount
5 Lens locking lever
6 Lens mount cap
7 LENS connector
8 Tripod mount
9 Shoulder pad
Lens cable clamp
a Shoulder strap posts
Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts.
h Tripod mount
When using the camcorder on a tripod, attach the tripod
adaptor (not supplied).
For details, see 8-7 “Attaching the Shoulder Strap” on
i Shoulder pad
You can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by
raising up the shoulder pad locking lever. Do this to ensure
the best balance when shooting with the camcorder on
your shoulder.
b Light shoe
Attach an optional accessory such as a video light to this
shoe.
c LIGHT connector (2-pin, female)
Connect the cable of an Anton Bauer Ultralight System
attached to the light shoe. The system operates with lights
powered by 12 V, with a maximum power consumption of
50 W.
For details, see 8-8 “Adjusting the Shoulder Pad
d Lens mount (special bayonet mount)
Use this for mounting the lens.
e Lens locking lever
After inserting the lens in the lens mount, rotate the lens
mount ring with this lever to lock the lens in position.
f Lens mount cap
Remove this cap by pushing up the lens locking lever.
When no lens is mounted, keep this cap fitted for
protection from dust.
g LENS connector (12-pin)
Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony
representative for more information about the lens you can
use.
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2-3 Audio Functions
8 Built-in speaker
1 Microphone
2 MIC IN connector
4 EARPHONE jack (rear)
7 ALARM volume control
3 MIC LEVEL control
6 MONITOR volume control
5 MONITOR switch and CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch
4 EARPHONE jack (front)
Audio functions (1)
a Microphone
This is a super-cardioid directional monaural microphone
with an external power supply (+48 V) system.
e MONITOR switch and CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch
These switches together determine the channel selection
for the audio monitor output.
b MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type,
3-pin, female)
Connect the supplied microphone to this connector. A
microphone other than the supplied one may also be
connected as long as it can operate with the power (+48 V)
supplied from this connector.
MONITOR switch
CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch
By fitting a 5-pin connector (service part), you can also use
a stereo microphone.
MONITOR switch and CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch
c MIC (microphone) LEVEL control
This control adjusts the audio level of the microphone
connected to the MIC IN connector.
CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch:
This determines a pair of audio channels to be selectable
with the MONITOR switch.
d EARPHONE jack (front) (monaural, minijack) /
EARPHONE jack (rear) (monaural/stereo
switchable, minijack)
You can monitor the E-E sound during recording and
playback sound during playback. Plugging an earphone
into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker.
When an alarm is indicated, you can hear the alarm sound
through the earphone.
You can use the rear EARPHONE jack for stereo output,
by setting the HEADPHONE OUT item in the AUDIO-1
page of the MAINTENANCE menu to “STREO”. You can
also connect a monaural earphone to the front jack and a
monaural/stereo earphone set to the rear jack
simultaneously.
CH-1/2 position: channels 1 and 2
CH-3/4 position: channels 3 and 4
The signals output from the AUDIO OUT connector and
EARPHONE jacks also depend on the setting of this
switch.
MONITOR switch:
This selects the audio monitor channels output to the
monaural earphone or speaker, depending on the setting of
the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch.
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CH-1/2CH-3/4 MONITOR Audio output
switch
position
switch
position
CH-1/2
CH-1
MIX
Audio channel 1
Mix sound of channels 1 and 2
Audio channel 2
Minimum
Maximum
CH-2
CH-3
MIX
CH-3/4
Audio channel 3
ALARM volume control
Mix sound of channels 3 and 4
Audio channel 4
CH-4
h Built-in speaker
During recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring
the E-E sound, and during playback for monitoring
1)
f MONITOR volume control
This control adjusts the speaker or earphone volume for
sounds other than the alarm sound. At the minimum
position, no sound can be heard.
playback sound. The speaker also sounds alarms to
reinforce visual warnings.
The output level of the speaker can be lowered by
changing the setting of the SP ATT LEVEL item on the
AUDIO-1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
If you connect an earphone to the EARPHONE jack, the
speaker is automatically muted.
g ALARM volume control
This control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume.
At the minimum position, no sound can be heard.
However, if in the AUDIO-1 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu the MIN ALARM VOL item is
set to”SET”, the alarm tone is audible even when this
volume control is at the minimum position.
information about alarms.
1) E-E: Abbreviation of “Electric-to-Electric.” In E-E mode, video and audio
signals input to the camcorder are output after passing through internal
electric circuits only. This can be used to check input signals.
THUMBNAIL
SEL/SET
9 LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls
ESSENCE MARK
S.SEL
SUB CLIP
0 AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
qa AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 switches
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
qs LINE / AES/EBU / MIC selectors
qd +48 V/OFFf switches
qf AUDIO OUT connector
qg AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors
qh DC OUT 12V connector
Audio functions (2)
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i LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel-1 and
channel-2 recording level) controls
These controls adjust the audio levels of channels 1 and 2
m +48V/OFF switches
Select either of the following positions for the
microphones to be connected.
when the AUDIO SELECT switches are set to MANUAL.
OFF: For a microphone to use an internal power supply
+48V: For a microphone to use an external power supply
j AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel-1
and channel-2 adjustment method selection)
switches
These switches select the audio level adjustment method
for each of audio channels 1 and 2.
AUTO: Select this setting for automatic adjustment.
MANUAL: Select this setting for manual adjustment.
n AUDIO OUT (audio output) connector (XLR type,
5-pin, male)
This connector outputs the audio signals recorded on audio
channels 1 and 2 or audio channels 3 and 4.
The MONITOR CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switches allow you to
select the audio signal to be monitored.
k AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 / CH-3/CH-4 (audio input
o AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 (audio channel-1 and
channel-2 input) connectors (XLR type, 3-pin,
female)
selection) switches
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches
These switches select the audio input signals to be
recorded on audio channels 1 and 2.
FRONT: The input signal source is the microphone
connected to the MIC IN connector.
These are audio input connectors for channels 1 and 2 to
which you can connect audio equipment or a microphone.
When the LINE / AES/EBU / MIC selector is set to ASE/
EBU, the CH1 connector is used for channel-1 and -2
inputs, and the CH2 connector, for channel-3 and -4 inputs.
REAR: The input signal source is the audio equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors.
WIRELESS: The input signal source is a WRR-855A/
855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit (not supplied).
p DC OUT 12 V (DC power output) connector
This connector supplies power for a WRR-862 UHF
Portable Tuner (not supplied). Do not connect any
equipment other than the UHF portable tuner.
AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches
These switches select the audio input signals to be
recorded on audio channels 3 and 4.
F (front): The input signal source is the microphone
connected to the MIC IN connector.
R (rear): The input signal source is the audio equipment
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors.
W (wireless): The input signal source is a WRR-855A/
855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit (not supplied).
With a CA-701 Camera Adaptor (not supplied) connected
to the camcorder, you can record separate sounds on audio
channels 3 and 4.
l LINE /AES/EBU / MIC selectors
These select the audio source of the audio input signals
input to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors.
LINE: Line input audio equipment
AES/EBU: AES/EBU format audio signal
MIC: Microphone input
Note
When these switches are in the MIC position, and the
+48V switch described below is on, if you inadvertently
connect any audio device other than a microphone to the
AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors, the device may be
damaged.
2-3 Audio Functions
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2-4 Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions
7 Viewfinder
8 Diopter adjustment ring
Eyecup
1 Tally indicator
2 BRIGHT control
3 CONTRAST control
4 PEAKING control
5 ZEBRA switch
6 TALLY switch
0 Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
qa Camera operator tally indicator
9 Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever
qs Viewfinder stopper
qd LOCK knob
Shooting and recording/playback functions (1)
1)
a Tally indicator
ON: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays.
OFF: No zebra pattern is displayed.
Setting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW enables this
indicator. The indicator lights during recording on the
VDR (video disc recorder). Like the REC indicator in the
viewfinder, it flashes to indicate a problem. You can set the
indicator brightness with the TALLY switch.
MOMENT: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays for 5
to 6 seconds.
The zebra pattern is factory set to indicate picture areas
where the video level is approximately 70%.You can use
the setup menu to change the setting so that areas where
the video level is 100% and above are also displayed at the
same time.
b BRIGHT (brightness) control
This control adjusts the picture brightness on the
viewfinder screen. It has no effect on the camera output
signal.
For information about how to change the zebra pattern
setting in the setup menu, see 6-2-5 “Setting the
c CONTRAST control
This control adjusts the picture contrast on the viewfinder
screen. It has no effect on the camera output signal.
1) Zebra pattern
The zebra pattern aids in manual iris adjustment by indicating areas of the
picture where the video level is approximately 70% and 100% and above.
d PEAKING control
This control adjusts the sharpness of the picture on the
viewfinder screen to make focusing easier. It has no effect
on the camera output signal.
f TALLY switch
This switch controls the tally indicator, setting its
brightness (HIGH or LOW) or turning it off.
HIGH: The tally indicator brightness is high.
OFF: The tally indicator is disabled.
LOW: The tally indicator brightness is low.
e ZEBRA switch
This switch controls the zebra pattern on the viewfinder
screen.
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g Viewfinder
j Viewfinder left-right positioning ring
Loosen this ring to move the viewfinder sideways.
The viewfinder lets you view the image in black and white
while shooting, recording or playing back. It also displays
various warnings and messages related to the settings or
operating conditions of the camcorder, a zebra pattern,
k Camera operator tally indicator
This indicator lights while the camcorder is recording.
Slide the window open when you shoot with your eye
away from the viewfinder. This indicator flashes when the
battery level is running low or the disc is almost full.
1)
2)
safety zone marker , and center marker
.
1) Safety zone marker
The safety zone marker is a rectangle indicating the effective picture area.
2) Center marker
l Viewfinder stopper
The center marker indicates the center of the picture with a crosshair.
Pull up this stopper to detach the viewfinder from the
For details, see 6-2-4 “Setting the Marker Display” on
camera.
m LOCK knob
h Diopter adjustment ring
Use this ring to adjust the viewfinder image for your
vision.
To adjust the viewfinder position in the front-rear
direction, loosen this knob and the viewfinder front-rear
positioning lever. After adjustment, retighten this knob
and the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever.
i Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever
To adjust the viewfinder position in the front-rear
direction, loosen this lever and the LOCK knob. After
adjustment, retighten this lever and the LOCK knob.
ws ASSIGN 3/4 switches
wa TURBO GAIN button
qf FILTER selector
qg ASSIGN. 1/2 switches
qh SHUTTER selector
w; WHITE BAL switch
ql OUTPUT/DCC selector
qk GAIN selector
qj AUTO W/B BAL switch
Shooting and recording/playback functions (2)
n FILTER selector
For the PDW-510/510P
Use this selector to select the most appropriate filter to
match the light source illuminating the subject.
When this selector is used with the display mode set to 3,
the new setting appears on the viewfinder screen for about
3 seconds. (e.g.: FILTER: 3)
The PDW-510 /510P has one switchable filter, and the
PDW-530 /530P has two switchable filters.
The relationships between the selector settings and filter
selections as well as examples of filters for different
shooting conditions are as follows.
FILTER selector setting and filter selection
FILTER selector setting
Filter selection
1
2
3200 K
1
5600 K + / ND
8
3
4
5600 K
1
5600 K + / ND
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Examples of shooting conditions and appropriate filters
Shooting condition
Sunrise and sunset; inside studio
Clear skies
Filter
1 (3200 K)
1
2 (5600 K + / ND)
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Examples of shooting conditions and appropriate filters
When this selector is operated, the new setting appears on
the setting change/adjustment progress message display
area for about 3 seconds.
Shooting condition
Filter
Cloudy or raining
3 (5600 K)
1
Very bright conditions such as snow, at
high altitudes, or at the seashore
For details about the shutter speed and mode settings, see
4 (5600 K + / ND)
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For the PDW-530/530P
q AUTO W/B BAL (automatic white/black balance
adjustment) switch
This switch activates the white balance and black balance
FILTER selector (outer knob) setting and CC filter
selection
automatic adjustment functions.
FILTER selector (outer knob) setting CC filter selection
WHITE: Automatic adjustment of the white balance. If
the WHITE BAL switch is set to A or B, the white
balance setting is stored in the corresponding memory.
On the PDW-530/530P models with two switchable
filters, the memory stores a separate white balance
setting for each CC filter setting.
1)
A
Cross filter
B
C
D
3200 K
4300 K
6300 K
BLACK: Automatic adjustment of the black set and black
balance.
1) A type of special effect filter. Generates a cross of light on a highlighted
portion.
FILTER selector (inner knob) setting and ND filter
selection
r GAIN selector
This selector switches the gain of the video amplifier to
match the lighting conditions during shooting. The gains
corresponding to the L, M, and H settings can be selected
from the setup menu. The factory settings are L = 0 dB, M
= 9 dB, and H = 18 dB.
When this selector is adjusted, the new setting appears on
the setting change/adjustment progress message display
area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.
FILTER selector (inner knob) setting ND filter selection
1
2
Clear
1
/4 ND
1
3
4
/16 ND
1
/64 ND
Examples of shooting conditions and appropriate filters
For details about setting the gain values, see 6-3-1
Shooting condition
CC filter
ND filter
Sunrise and sunset; inside B (3200 K)
studio
1 (clear)
s OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic contrast
control) selector
This selector switches the video signal that is output to the
VDR, viewfinder, and video monitor, between the
following two.
1
Clear skies
C (4300 K) or
D (6300 K)
2 ( /4 ND) or 3
1/
( 16 ND)
Cloudy or raining
D (6300 K)
1 (clear) or 2
( /4 ND)
1
BARS: Outputs the color bar signal.
CAM: Outputs the video signal from the camera. When
1
Very bright conditions such C (4300 K) or
as snow, at high altitudes, D (6300 K)
or at the seashore
3 ( /16 ND) or
1
4 ( /64 ND)
1)
this is selected, you can switch DCC on and off with
this selector.
o ASSIGN. 1/2 switches
You can assign the desired functions to each of the
ASSIGN 1 switch (push button) and ASSIGN 2 switch
(sliding) on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.
1) DCC (Dynamic Contrast Control)
Against a very bright background with the iris opening adjusted to the
subject, objects in the background will be lost in the glare. The DCC
function will suppress the high intensity and restore much of the lost detail
and is particularly effective in the following cases.
•Shooting people in the shade on a sunny day
•Shooting a subject indoors, against a background through a window
•Any high contrast scenes
p SHUTTER selector
Set this selector to ON to use the electronic shutter. Push it
down to SELECT to switch the shutter speed or mode
setting within the range previously set with the setup
menu.
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switch and the FILTER selector.
BARS, DCC OFF
You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when
A color bar signal is output and the
DCC circuit does not operate. For
example, use the setting for the
following purposes.
• Adjusting the video monitor
• Recording the color bar signal
1)
ATW is in use.
B (ATW): When this switch is set to B and on the
FUNCTION 2 page of the OPERATION menu,
“WHITE B CH” is set to “ATW” , ATW is activated.
1)
1) ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)
The white balance of the picture being shot is adjusted automatically for
the varying lighting conditions.
CAM, DCC OFF
When this switch is adjusted, the new setting appears on
the setting change/adjustment progress message display
area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.
The video signal from the camera is
output, and the DCC circuit does not
operate.
You can assign the ATW ON/OFF function to the
ASSIGN 1 switch (push button) on the FUNCTION 1 page
of the USER menu.
CAM, DCC ON
The video signal from the camera is
output, and the DCC circuit operates.
OUTPUT/DCC selector
t WHITE BAL (white balance memory) switch
This switch controls the white balance setting.
PRST (preset): Adjusts the color temperature
corresponding to the position of the FILTER selector.
Use the PRST setting when you have no time to adjust
the white balance.
A or B: When the AUTO W/B BAL switch is pushed to
WHT, the white balance is automatically adjusted
according to the current position of the FILTER
selector, and the adjusted value is stored in either
memory A or memory B. (There are two memories for
each CC filter, allowing a total of eight adjustments to
be stored.) When this switch is set to A or B, the
camcorder automatically adjusts itself to the stored
value corresponding to the current settings of this
u TURBO GAIN button
When shooting under extremely poor lighting conditions,
press the button once to boost the video gain to the value
preset on the GAIN SW page of the USER menu (up to
48 dB). To stop boosting the gain, press the button once
more.
v ASSIGN 3/4 switches
You can assign the desired functions to each of the
ASSIGN 3 switch and ASSIGN 4 switch on the
FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.
wf REMOTE connector
wg GENLOCK IN connector
wd VIDEO OUT connector
wh TEST OUT connector
wj
DV IN/OUT S400 connector
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w VIDEO OUT connector (BNC type)
For details on how to select the test output signal, refer to
the Maintenance Manual.
This connector outputs a composite video signal for a
video monitor. With a video monitor connected to this
connector, you can monitor the picture being shot by the
camera or the picture played back by the VDR. To choose
between the composite video signal output and SDI signal
output, use the menu. When synchronizing the time code
of an external VDR with that of the camcorder, connect
this connector to the GENLOCK IN connector of the
external VDR.
wj
(i.LINK) DV IN/OUT S400 connector (6-pin,
IEEE1394 compliant)
Connect to a device supporting the AV/C protocol or SBP
2 protocol, using a DV cable.
By installing the CBK-SD01 extension board (not
supplied), you can output an SDI signal (supporting
embedded audio and the EDH function) from this
connector.
For details on how to select the output signal, see 6-3-2
x REMOTE connector (8-pin)
Connect the RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit (not
supplied), which makes it possible to remote-control the
VDR and camera.
y GENLOCK IN connector (BNC type)
• This connector inputs a reference signal when the
camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be
synchronized with external equipment. Use the
MAINTENANCE menu to adjust the genlock H-phase
(phase of horizontal sync signal) and the sub-carrier
phase.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
• This connector also inputs a return video signal. You can
display the image of the return video signal in the
viewfinder screen while holding the RET button down
with “RETURN VIDEO” set to “ON” on the
GENLOCK page of the OPERATION menu.
• This connector also inputs an external analog composite
video signal.
When the CBK-SC01 extension board (not supplied) is
installed, you can record the external analog composite
video signal input to this connector.
z TEST OUT connector (BNC type)
This connector outputs the video signal for a video
monitor. The output signal can be selected to be composite
or RGB. The factory setting is composite, and the setting
returns to composite whenever the power is switched on.
Depending on the internal board and menu settings, the
menu, the time code and the shot data can be superimposed
on the image on the monitor. Like the VIDEO OUT
connector, this connector can also be used to synchronize
the time code of an external VTR with the time code of the
camcorder.
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wk REC START button
wl VDR SAVE/STBY connector
e; EJECT button and indicaor
ea F REV button and indicator
es PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator
ed F FWD button and indicator
ef NEXT button
E
S
U
A
/P
Y
A
L
P
NEXT
V
E
R
P
eg STOP button
eh PREV button
Shooting and recording/playback functions (4)
wk REC START button
es PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator
Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop
recording. The effect is exactly the same as that of the VTR
button on the lens.
Press this to view a playback image using the viewfinder
screen or a color video monitor. The indicator lights during
playback.
When the REC SWITCH function is assigned to the
ASSIGN 1, 3 or 4 switch (push button), you can use the
switch as the REC START button.
During playback, pressing this button pauses the playback,
showing a still image. At this time, the indicator flashes.
This camcorder enables a color-image search at
approximately four-times normal playback speed, making
it easy to check recorded material. To use the color-image
search, press the F REV button or F FWD button during
playback. When the buttons are pressed, the PLAY
indicator and the F REV or F FWD indicator light.
wl VDR SAVE/STBY (standby) switch
This switch controls the VDR power mode during pauses
in recording.
SAVE: Power saving mode. When you start recording, an
internal operating sound is recorded as noise, but in
this mode, power consumption is less than in standby
mode, so that the battery life is extended. When the
switch is set to SAVE, the SAVE indicator in the
viewfinder lights.
ed F FWD (fast forward) button and indicator
Plays back at high speed in the forward direction. The
indicator lights during high-speed playback in the forward
direction.
STBY: Standby mode. Recording starts as soon as you
press the REC START button.
ef NEXT button
This jumps to the beginning of the next clip, and pauses.
During the jump, the F FWD indicator flashes.
Pressing this button together with the F FWD button jumps
to the last frame of the last clip recorded on the disc.
e; EJECT button and indicator
Press this button to eject or load a disc. The indicator
flashes while the disc is being ejected.
ea F REV (fast reverse) button and indicator
Plays back at high speed in the reverse direction. The
indicator lights during high-speed playback in the reverse
direction.
eg STOP button
Press this button to stop disc playback.
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2-5 Output Video Operating Section
1 SEL/SET dial
2 THUMBNAIL button
THUMBNAIL
3 Thumbnail indicator
SEL/SET
ESSENCE MARK
S.SEL
SUB CLIP
4 Sub clip indicator
5 SUB CLIP button
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
6 SHIFT button
Output video operating section
a SEL/SET (select/set) dial
e SUB CLIP button
When thumbnails (each representing a clip) are shown on
the color LCD, you can select a particular thumbnail with
this dial.
Turning the dial upward moves the cursor to the left, and
when it reaches the left edge, to the rightmost position in
the row above. Turning the dial downward moves the
cursor to the right, and when it reaches the right edge, to
the leftmost position in the row below. After selecting the
desired thumbnail with the cursor, press the dial in to
confirm.
Press this to play back following a clip list.
You can play back a particular clip or sequential clips, or
carry out a search following the selected clip list.
When no clip list is selected, pressing this button has no
effect, and the operation is invalid.
To carry out saving, recalling, deletion, or similar
operations with a clip list, hold down the SHIFT button
and press this button.
f SHIFT button
To carry out a scene selection setting, hold down the
SHIFT button, and press in this dial.
Use this in combination with other buttons.
b THUMBNAIL button
To carry out a search using thumbnails, or to create a clip
list, press this button.
Pressing it switches from the whole-screen display to a
thumbnail display. Press once more to return to the whole-
screen display.
To search thumbnails by essence marks, hold down the
SHIFT button and press this button.
c Thumbnail indicator
This lights when thumbnails are shown.
d Sub clip indicator
This lights when playing back following a clip list.
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2-6 Menu Operating Section
2 STATUS ON/SEL / OFF switch
3 MENU ON/OFF switch
MENU
4 CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch
5 “Memory Stick” compartment
Cover
1 MENU knob
a MENU knob
Use this knob to change the page selection or a setting
c MENU ON/OFF switch
To use this switch, open the cover.
within the menu.
This switch is used to display the menu on the viewfinder
screen or the test signal screen. Closing the cover
automatically sets this switch to OFF.
ON: Displays the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test
signal screen, at the last accessed page. (When the
menu is used for the first time, the first page is
displayed.)
Press: If you press this knob when the arrow (b) is placed
at the page title on the menu, the arrow changes to the
question mark (?) and you can change the page.
When the arrow mark is placed at the position other
than the page title, you can change the current setting
by pressing this knob.
Turn: Turn this knob to change the page or change the
settings of the items.
OFF: Removes the menu from the viewfinder screen or
the test signal screen.
b STATUS ON/SEL / OFF (menu display on/page
selection/display off) switch
To enable this switch, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to
d CANCEL/PRST (preset) / ESCAPE switch
To enable this switch, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to
ON.
OFF.
Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF.
Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF.
CANCEL/PRST: Pushing this switch up to this position
displays the message to confirm whether the previous
settings are cancelled or settings are reset to their
initial values, depending on the menu operating
condition.
ON/SEL: Each time this switch is pushed upward, a
window to confirm the menu settings and status of the
camcorder appears on the viewfinder screen. The
window consists of three pages, which are switched
each time the switch is pushed upward. Each page is
displayed for about 10 seconds.
Pushing this switch up to this position again cancels
the previous settings or resets the settings to their
initial values.
OFF: To clear the page immediately after display, push
this switch down to the OFF position.
ESCAPE: Use this switch when the menu page, which has
a hierarchical structure, is opened. Each time the
switch is pushed to this position, the page returns to
one stage higher in the hierarchy.
You can select the pages to be displayed on the menu.
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2-6 Menu Operating Section
e “Memory Stick” compartment
“Memory Stick”
Access indicator
Label
“Memory Stick”
How to insert a “Memory Stick”
Open the lid of the menu operating section, and insert a
“Memory Stick” (not supplied), with the notch facing
downward, in the direction shown by the arrow, so that it
clicks into place.
To remove a “Memory Stick”, first press it in to release the
lock, then withdraw.
The “Memory Stick” access indicator lights when the
“Memory Stick” is being accessed (for reading or writing).
For details about types of “Memory Stick”, see “About a
Notes
• Do not insert/remove a “Memory Stick” while the
“Memory Stick” access indicator is lit or flashing. Doing
so may cause a loss of data.
• This device uses only a standard “Memory Stick”. It is
not possible to use the type of “MagicGate Memory
Stick” equipped with MagicGate copyright protection
technology, or a “Memory Stick PRO”.
2-6 Menu Operating Section
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2-7 Time Code System
1 TC IN connector
2 TC OUT connector
3 GENLOCK IN connector
Time code functions (1)
a TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC type)
To synchronize the time code with an external time code,
input the reference time code to this connector.
b TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC type)
To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that
of the camcorder, connect this connector to the time code
input connector for time code locking of the external VTR.
c GENLOCK IN connector (BNC type)
• This connector inputs a reference signal when the
camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be
synchronized with external equipment. Use the
MAINTENANCE menu to adjust the genlock H-phase
(phase of horizontal sync signal) and the sub-carrier
phase.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
• This connector also inputs a return video signal. You can
display the image of the return video signal in the
viewfinder screen while holding the RET button down
with “RETURN VIDEO” set to “ON” on the
GENLOCK page of the OPERATION menu.
• This connector also inputs an external analog composite
video signal.
When the CBK-SC01 extension board (not supplied) is
installed, you can record the external analog composite
video signal input to this connector.
For details, see 3-4 “Recording Video Signals from
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2-7 Time Code System
4 DISPLAY switch
5 RESET button
6 HOLD button
THUMBNAIL
SEL/SET
S.SEL
ESSENCE MARK
SUB CLIP
7 SEL/SET dial
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
8 PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch
9 F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch
Time code functions (2)
d DISPLAY switch
g SEL/SET (select/set) dial
This cycles the data displayed in the counter display
through the sequence TC, U-BIT, and COUNTER.
TC: The playback time code read by the internal time code
reader, or the time code generated by the internal time
code generator.
To set a timecode, user bit value, or real time, press this
dial so that the digit you want to change flashes.
Turning the dial upward increases the value of the flashing
digit, and turning it downward decreases the value.
U-BIT: The user bits inserted in the playback time code,
or user bits generated by the internal time code
generator
h PRESET/REGEN (regeneration)/CLOCK switch
This switch selects whether to set a new time code or to
follow the already recorded time code.
COUNTER: The elapsed recording/playback time (hours,
minutes, seconds, frames).
PRESET: Records a time code with a preset initial value.
REGEN: Records a time code to be continuous with the
existing time code recorded on the disc. Regardless of
the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch, the
camcorder operates in R-RUN mode.
For details, see “Time code display” on page 45.
e RESET button
CLOCK: Records a time code synchronized to the
internal clock. Regardless of the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN
switch setting, the camcorder always operates in F-
RUN mode.
Pressing this button resets the time data displayed on the
counter display section to “00:00:00:00” or the user bit
data to “00000000.”
f HOLD (display hold) button
i F-RUN/SET/R-RUN (free run/set/recording run)
switch
This switch selects the operating mode for the internal time
Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data
displayed in the counter display section. (The time code
generator continues running.) Pressing this button again
releases the hold. You can use this button, for example, to
determine the exact time of a particular shot.
When the HOLD button is activated, the time data is
displayed in the following format:
code generator.
F-RUN: The time code value keeps advancing, regardless
of the operating state of the VDR. Use this setting
when aligning the time code with real time or for
synchronizing the time code with an external time
code.
SET: Set the switch to this position to set the time code or
user bits.
For details of the counter display, see 2-9 “Warnings and
2-7 Time Code System
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R-RUN: The time code value advances only during
recording. Use this setting to have a consecutive time
code on the disc.
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2-7 Time Code System
2-8 Warnings and Indications
Besides the viewfinder, speaker and earphones, the
indicators and displays described in this section also
provide you with information such as the operating state of
the camcorder and warnings.
1 Tally indicator
2 DISPLAY switch
3 TALLY switch
4 Back tally indicator
5 Back tally switch
8 Color LCD
9 WARNING indicator
q; ACCESS indicator
6 Monochrome LCD
qa Rear tally indicator
7 DISP SEL switch
qs LCD switch
Warning and indication functions
a Tally indicator
Note
Setting the TALLY switch on the viewfinder to HIGH or
LOW enables this indicator. It lights when the VDR starts
recording. Like the REC indicator in the viewfinder, it also
flashes to provide warnings. The brightness of this
indicator when it is lit can be switched with the TALLY
switch.
Setting the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON displays the
menu on the viewfinder screen even if the DISPLAY
switch is set to OFF.
c TALLY switch
This switch controls the tally indicator as follows.
HIGH: The tally indicator brightness is high.
OFF: The tally indicator is disabled.
LOW: The tally indicator brightness is low.
b DISPLAY switch
This switches the indications on the viewfinder screen on
or off.
ON: The indications appear on the viewfinder screen.
OFF: The indications do not appear on the viewfinder
screen.
d Back tally indicator
When the back tally ON/OFF switch is set to ON, this
indicator has the same function as the tally indicator.
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e Back tally ON/OFF switch
This switch enables or disables the back tally and rear tally
indicators.
ON: The back tally and rear tally indicators are enabled.
OFF: The back tally and rear tally indicators are disabled.
f Monochrome LCD
This shows the remaining battery capacity, remaining disc
capacity, time data, and so on.
For details, see 2-9-1 “Monochrome LCD” on page 43.
g DISP SEL (display selection) switch
This switches the display in the color LCD.
CHAR: Display video with superimposed text. With the
MENU ON/OFF switch set to OFF, also display
camcorder status indications similar to those displayed
in the viewfinder (see 6-2 “Status Display on the
MONI: Display video without superimposed text.
STATUS: Display counter, warnings, and audio levels.
h Color LCD
This displays VDR-related warnings, remaining battery
capacity, remaining disc capacity, audio levels, time data,
and so on.
For details, see 2-9-2 “Color LCD” on page 44.
i WARNING indicator
This indicator lights up or flashes when there is a fault in
the VDR.
For details, see 9-3 “Operation Warnings” on page 134.
j ACCESS indicator
This lights when data is written to or read from the disc.
k Rear tally indicator
When the back tally ON/OFF switch is set to ON, this
indicator has the same function as the tally indicator.
l LCD switch
This controls the color LCD.
OFF: The color LCD is turned off.
L: The color LCD is adjusted for viewing indoors.
H: The color LCD is adjusted for viewing outdoors.
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2-8 Warnings and Indications
2-9 Warnings and Indications on the LCDs
2-9-1 Monochrome LCD
Disc status and battery status
Time code display
Disc status indicator
Lights when the time code or real time is
displayed.
Full capacity is available.
Time counter display: Shows the time
code, user bits, and real time.
Close to full state: “DISC” flashes.
Full (disc must be replaced):
“DISC” and “E” flash.
1)
Lights when the HOLD button is pressed.
Battery status indicator
1) When the HOLD button is pressed to hold the time code value,
the time code is displayed in the format shown below. When
the HOLD button is pressed again to release the hold, the time
code is displayed in the normal format
Fully charged
Time code display on the monochrome LCD
Nearly dead: “BATT” flashes.
Dead battery (battery must be
charged): “BATT” and “E” flash.
Display of remaining disc capacity and remaining battery capacity on
the monochrome LCD
2-9 Warnings and Indications on the LCDs
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2-9-2 Color LCD
Disc status, battery status and audio level
VDR operation status and status
indicators
Disc status indicator
Full capacity is available.
Close to full state: “DISC” flashes.
Full (disc must be replaced): “DISC” and “E” flash.
Formats of video and audio
signals to be redorded.
Warning display area
This shows a message if a recording fault or
condensation is detected.
134.
Audio level meters
VDR operation and status indicators on the color LCD
Battery status indicator
Fully charged
Nearly dead: “BATT” flashes.
Dead battery (battery must be charged): “BATT”
and “E” flash.
Display of remaining disc capacity, remaining battery capacity, and
audio levels on the color LCD
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2-9 Warnings and Indications on the LCDs
Time code display
Lights when VITC is selected for the time code.
Lights in playback mode.
Lights in non-drop frame
mode. (PDW-510/530 only)
Lights when the camcorder is
synchronized with an external time code.
Lights when the time code
generator is on hold.
1)
Lights when the HOLD button is pressed
Lights when the time code or real time is displayed.
Time counter display: Shows the time code, user
bit data, and real time.
1) When the HOLD button is pressed to hold the time code value,
the time code is displayed in the format shown below. When the
HOLD button is pressed again to release the hold, the time code
is displayed in the normal format.
Time code display on the color LCD
2-9 Warnings and Indications on the LCDs
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2-10 Indicators in the Viewfinder
e Spare indicator
This is a spare indicator. A menu operation makes it
1 TALLY indicator
possible to use this as a REC indicator.
2 REC (recording) indicator
3 BATT (battery) indicator
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
f SAVE indicator
This indicator lights when the VDR SAVE/STBY switch
Viewfinder screen
is set to SAVE, putting the VDR in power save mode.
4
(warning) indicator
5 Spare indicator
6 SAVE indicator
Indicators on the viewfinder
a TALLY indicator
This indicator lights when the camcorder is in the Picture
Cash mode. Also, this indicator lights when a green tally
signal is received from the camera control unit.
b REC (recording) indicator
This indicator lights red when recording starts and remains
lit during recording. It also lights when a red tally signal is
received from the camera control unit and flashes to give a
warning.
For details, see 9-3 “Operation Warnings” on page 134.
c BATT (battery) indicator
This indicator starts flashing when the battery connected to
the camcorder is nearly exhausted, and stays lit when the
battery is completely exhausted.
The battery power level at which the indicator starts
flashing can be set on the BATTERY page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
d
(warning) indicator
This indicator lights when any of the following conditions
occurs with the corresponding item set to ON on the “!”
LED page of the USER menu.
• The gain is set to other than 0 dB.
• The SHUTTER selector is set to ON.
• The WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST.
• ATW is enabled.
• The lens extender is used.
• The FILTER selector is set to other than ND:1/CC:B.
• The reference value of the auto iris adjustment is not the
standard value.
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2-10 Indicators in the Viewfinder
Recording and Playback
3
Chapter
3-1 Handling Discs
• Do not leave cartridges where dust may be able to gain
ingress.
• Store cartridges in their cases.
3-1-1 Discs Used for Recording and
Playback
Care of the discs
• Remove dust and dirt on the outside of a cartridge using
a soft dry cloth.
• If condensation forms, allow ample time to dry before
use.
This camcorder uses the following disc for recording and
playback:
PFD23 Professional Disc (capacity 23.3 GB)
Note
It is not possible to use the following discs for recording or
playback:
• Blu-ray Disc
3-1-3 Write-Protecting Discs
To protect the content recorded on the disc from accidental
erasure, move the write-protect tab on the lower surface of
the disc in the direction of the arrow, as shown in the
following figure.
• Professional Disc for Data
3-1-2 Notes on Handling
Handling
The Professional Disc is housed in a cartridge, and is
designed to allow handling free of risk from dust or
fingerprints. However, if the cartridge is subjected to a
severe shock, for example by dropping it, this can result in
damage or scratching of the disc. If the disc is scratched, it
may be impossible to record video/audio, or to play back
the content recorded on the disc. The discs should be
handled and stored carefully.
Lower surface of the disc
Write-protect tab
• Do not touch the surface of the disc itself within the
cartridge.
E
V
A
S
• Deliberately opening the shutter may cause damage.
• Do not disassemble the cartridge.
• The supplied adhesive labels are recommended for
indexing discs. Apply the label in the correct position.
Slide in the direction of the arrow
Write-protect tab settings
SAVE
SAVE
Storage
• Do not store discs where they may be subjected to direct
sunlight, or in other places where the temperature or
humidity is high.
Recording enabled
Recording disabled
3-1 Handling Discs
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Note
3-1-4 Loading and Unloading a Disc
To insert the disc correctly, make sure that the
camcorder is in the upright position (the grip upside,
the bottom downside).
Loading a disc
Proceed as follows.
Unloading a disc
1
Turn on the POWER switch.
With the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open
the disc compartment lid and eject the disc. Then remove
the disc. If you are not going to insert another disc, close
the disc compartment lid.
Unloading a disc when the power supply is
off
If the battery is exhausted, it is not possible to remove the
disc by pressing the EJECT button. In such cases, use the
following emergency procedure to remove the disc
manually.
POWER switch
HUMID indicator
1
2
Turn off the POWER switch.
Note
Carry out the operation shown in the following figure.
If there is condensation inside the VDR section, the
HUMID indicator lights. If this happens, wait until the
indicator goes off before going on to step 2.
1 Open this rubber cover.
2 Using a screwdriver or
similar implement, slide
the black metal plate
visible inside, in the
direction of the rear of the
camcorder.
2
Press the EJECT button.
This opens the lid of the disc compartment.
EJECT button
The disc compartment lid
opens. A red Phillips
screw is visible inside the
rubber cap.
3 Insert a screwdriver into
the Phillips screw, and
turn counterclockwise
(the direction shown on
the rubber cap).
This ejects the disc.
4 Close the rubber cover
firmly.
Lid of the disc
compartment
3
Insert the disc in the V direction, and close the disc
compartment lid manually.
Insert the disc.
V indication on
the outside
Unloading a disc manually when the power supply is off
Push and
close the lid.
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3-1 Handling Discs
You need not return the screw to its original position after
taking out the disc. Turning on the power makes the disc
compartment mechanism operable again.
3-2 Recording
3-1-5 Formatting a Disc
3-2-1 Basic Procedures
This section describes the basic procedures for shooting
and recording.
Before a shooting session, ensure that the camcorder is
functioning properly.
Using a new disc
An unused disc requires no formatting operation. The disc
is automatically formatted so that it is ready to use when
loaded into this unit.
For details, see 9-1 “Testing the Camcorder Before
Using a disc on which material is recorded
You can use a disc containing recorded material as is, but
if necessary you can delete individual clips or the whole
content.
Recording format settings (PDW-530/530P
only)
With the PDW-530/530P you can select the recording
formats for each of video and audio.
Note that it is not possible to use different recording
formats on a single disc.
Set the recording format before beginning recording.
Note
It is not possible to mix different recording formats on a
single disc. Either select the same format as the existing
recording, or use a different disc.
For details of the setting operations, see 5-1-1 “Setting the
For details of the recording format settings, see 5-1-1
Basic procedure for shooting: from turning
on the camcorder to loading a disc
Proceed as follows.
4
5
1
3
2
Basic procedure for shooting: from power supply to disc loading
Attach a fully charged battery pack.
1
For details, see 8-1 “Power Supply” on page 113.
Turn on the POWER switch.
2
3
Set the DISP SEL switch to STATUS, and check on
the color LCD that the following conditions are met.
• The HUMID indicator is not showing.
If it is, wait until it disappears.
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• The battery indicator shows at least five segments.
If it does not, replace the battery pack with a fully
charged one.
For details of black balance adjustment, see 5-2-1
2
Select the CC filter and ND filter to match the lighting
conditions, and adjust the white balance.
4
5
Check that there are no obstructions such as cables
near the disc compartment lid. Then press the EJECT
button to open the disc compartment lid.
When the black balance and white balance settings
are already in memory:
Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B.
After checking that the disc is not write-protected (see
page 47), load it and close the disc compartment lid.
When the white balance setting is not in memory
and you do not have enough time to adjust the
white balance:
Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.
This automatically adjusts the white balance as
follows, depending on the setting of the FILTER knob.
• For the PDW-530/530P:
Basic procedure for shooting: from
adjusting the black balance and white
balance to stopping recording
After turning on the power and loading a disc, set the
switches and selectors as shown below and begin
operation.
B: 3200 K, C: 4300 K, D: 6300 K
• For the PDW-510/510P:
1: 3200 K, 3: 5600 K
DISPLAY: ON
AUDIO SELECT
CH-1/CH-2: AUTO
Iris: Automatic
3
4
Aim the camera at the subject and adjust the focus and
zoom.
Zoom: Automatic
If necessary, set the electronic shutter for an
appropriate mode and speed.
OUTPUT/DCC: CAM, DCC ON
F-RUN/SET/R-RUN: F-RUN or R-RUN
(set as needed)
5
To start recording, press the REC START button or
the VTR button on the lens.
Switch and selector settings before shooting
Shooting
Proceed as follows.
If the recording start/stop function is assigned to the
ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch, this switch functions as REC
START button.
1,2
For details, see 6-3-5 “Assigning Functions to
3,5
During recording, the REC indicator lights in the
viewfinder. Perform zooming and focus control, if
necessary.
2
4
5,6
Note
During recording (while the ACCESS indicator is lit)
do not remove the battery pack. If you do, the last four
seconds of recording may be lost.
Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting the black balance and
white balance to stopping recording
6
To stop recording, press the REC START button or the
VTR button on the lens again.
1
Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK to adjust the
black balance.
The REC indicator in the viewfinder goes off.
The material recorded from step 5 to step 6 is saved as
a single clip.
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3-2 Recording
To play back the recorded clip
Press the PREV button, then press the PLAY button to
MAINTENANCE menu appears. If the menu has been
used before, the last accessed page appears.
play from the beginning of the clip.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “DISC”, and press the
MENU knob to display the DISC page.
7
Repeat steps 5 and 6 as required for shooting.
Each time you repeat steps 5 and 6 , successive clips
are recorded on the disc.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the DISC page appears, then press the MENU
knob to select the page.
Clip 1
Clip 2
Clip 3
M19 DISC
TOP
DELETE LAST CLIP:
DELETE ALL CLIPS:
EXEC
EXEC
REC
START
REC REC
STOP START
REC REC
STOP START
REC
STOP
QUICK FORMAT
:
EXEC
Note
It is not possible to record a clip shorter than 2 seconds. If
you stop recording within 2 seconds of starting, this results
in a 2-second clip.
If you stop recording and restart within 2 seconds of the
original start, this creates a single continuous clip from the
original start time.
4
Press the MENU knob, then turn it to move the b mark
to “DELETE LAST CLIP”, and press the MENU knob
again.
The message “DELETE OK? YES b NO” appears.
Playback control buttons
During recording, the EJECT button and the playback
control buttons (EJECT, F REV, F FWD, NEXT, PREV,
PLAY/PAUSE, STOP) have no effect.
5
6
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “YES”,
and press the MENU knob again.
The last recorded clip is deleted.
3-2-2 Deleting Clips
By repeating steps 4 and 5, you can delete a number of
clips in sequence from the last recorded clip.
With this camcorder you can delete clips one at a time, in
sequence from the last recorded clip, or you can delete all
clips in a single operation.
Clip 1
Clip 2
Clip 3
To delete the last recorded clip
Proceed as follows.
Clips can be deleted in the sequence 3 t 2 t 1.
1
Holding down the MENU knob, move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from OFF to ON.
To delete all clips within the disc
Proceed as follows.
The TOP menu appears.
1
On the DISC page (see the previous item), move the b
mark to “DELETE ALL CLIPS”, and press the MENU
knob.
The message “DELTE OK? YES b NO” appears.
2
To execute deleting, turn the MENU knob to move the
b mark to “YES”, and press the MENU knob.
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“MAINTENANCE”, and press the MENU knob.
This deletes all clips within the disc.
If this is the first time the MAINTENANCE menu has
been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
3-2 Recording
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PDW-510/510P/530/530P
VIDEO OUT connector
3-3 Checking the
Recording –
Playback
Color video monitor
VIDEO IN
1)
connector
2)
SDI IN connector
By pressing the PLAY/PAUSE button, you can review any
length of recording on the viewfinder screen in black and
white or in color on the color LCD. There are two other
ways to review the recording.
1) When VBS is selected as the output signal of the VIDEO OUT
connector
2) When SDI is selected as the output signal of the VIDEO OUT
connector (only when the CBK-SD01 (not supplied) is installed)
• Recording review: You can view the last 2 seconds of
the recording on the viewfinder screen in black and
white or in color on the color LCD.
Color playback
• Color playback: You can see the recording in color on a
color video monitor without the need for any external
adaptor.
Note
You can select either VBS or SDI as the output signal of
the VIDEO OUT connector when the CBK-SD01 (not
supplied) is installed.
You may also view the picture during a fast forward or
reverse search.
See 2-3 “Audio Functions” on page 25 for details about
the switches and controls used to select the audio output
signal and to adjust the audio level.
3-3-1 Checking the Last Two
Seconds of the Recording —
Recording Review
If you press the RET button on the lens while recording is
paused, the last two seconds of the recording is played
back on the viewfinder screen and the color LCD. Use this
function to check whether recording went smoothly. If you
hold down the RET button, the last recorded clip is played
back from its beginning. After playback, the camcorder is
ready to start recording again.
By assigning the the same function as that of the LENS
RET button on the lens to the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch, you
can use the switch in the same way as the lens RET button.
3-3-2 Checking the Recording on
the Color Video Monitor —
Playback in Color
Connect a color video monitor to the VIDEO OUT
connector of the camcorder. By pressing the PLAY/
PAUSE button, you can view the recorded picture.
When the CBK-SD01 extension board (not supplied) is
installed, you can connect a color video monitor provided
with an SDI input connector.
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3-3 Checking the Recording – Playback
The TOP menu appears.
3-4 Recording Video
Signals from
External Equipment
With this camcorder, you can select in the OPERATION
menu whether to record the video captured by the camera,
or whether to record a signal from an external video
device.
If this switching function is assigned to the ASSIGN 2
switch, regardless of the setting in the OPERATION
menu, you can make the selection with the ASSIGN 2
switch. While recording video from an external device, the
indication “EXT” appears on the viewfinder screen.
2
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“OPERATION”.
Press the MENU knob.
If this is the first time the OPERATION menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION
menu appears. If the menu has been used before, the
last accessed page appears.
Notes
• You can switch the signals to be recorded at any time
while recording on the disc. However, the signals
recorded at the point where the signal is switched may be
distorted.
• Even when the REC VIDEO SOURCE item is set to
“EXT”, if the external video signal is not input to the
i.LINK DV IN/OUT connector or the GENLOCK IN
connector, the camcorder does not switch to EXT mode,
and the pictures being shot by the camcorder are
recorded on the disc.
4
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “SOURCE SEL”, and
press the MENU knob to display the SOURCE SEL
page.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the SOURCE SEL page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
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TOP
REC VIDEO SOURCE:
EXT REC CONTROL :
I.LINK SBP2 MODE: DSABL
CAM
OFF
3-4-1 Recording a DV Stream From
External Equipment
Note
Recording a DV stream is possible only when the video
recording format is DVCAM.
5
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “REC
VIDEO SOURCE”, then press the MENU knob.
If the currently set video recording format is other than
21 SOURCE SEL
TOP
REC VIDEO SOURCE:
EXT REC CONTROL :
I.LINK SBP2 MODE: DSABL
CAM
OFF
Proceed as follows.
Item
Description
CAM
Records the pictures being shot by the
camcorder.
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
EXT
Records video signals from the
external equipment connected to the
GENLOCK IN connector.
1
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while holding
down the MENU knob.
3-4 Recording Video Signals from External Equipment
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The b mark on the left of “REC VIDEO SOURCE”
changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
2
3
Move the b mark to “EXT VIDEO SOURCE”, and
press the MENU knob.
Turn the MENU knob to display “CMPST”.
6
7
Turn the MENU knob to display “EXT”.
This ends the setting.
When you input analog composite signals to the
GENLOCK IN connector of the camcorder, these
signals are displayed on the viewfinder screen and the
color LCD, and can be recorded on the disc.
21 SOURCE SEL
TOP
REC VIDEO SOURCE:
EXT REC CONTROL :
I.LINK SBP2 MODE: DSABL
EXT
OFF
Note
Even when the GENLOCK ON/OFF item is set to “OFF”
on the GENLOCK page of the MAINTENANCE menu,
the camcorder is automatically synchronized with the
external reference video signal when the external video
signal is input to the GENLOCK IN connector in EXT
mode. When the setting is switched to CAM mode, or
when no signals are input to the GENLOCK IN connector
even in EXT mode, the camcorder is reset to the original
setting.
Press the MENU knob.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
Note
During i.LINK DV stream input, the image on the
viewfinder screen and the color LCD may occasionally
show an overlapped frame or skipped frame, but this does
not affect the recording on the disc.
During i.LINK DV stream input, the audio within the DV
stream is recorded as the audio input.
3-4-2 Recording Analog Composite
Signals (With the CBK-SC01
Installed)
Installing the CBK-SC01 Composite Input Board (not
supplied) in the camcorder enables you to record analog
composite signals from external equipment connected to
the GENLOCK IN connector.
To make a setting for recording analog composite signals
from external equipment, proceed as follows.
1
Display the SOURCE SEL page on the screen.
For the operation, see 3-4-1 “Recording a DV Stream
21 SOURCE SEL
TOP
REC VIDEO SOURCE:
EXT REC CONTROL :
CAM
OFF
I.LINK SBP2 MODE: DSABL
EXT VIDEO SOURCE: ILINK
EXT OUTPUT DELAY: SYNC
SET UP REMOVE 0.0%
:
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3-4 Recording Video Signals from External Equipment
3-5 Freezing a Picture
During Playback
Viewing frozen pictures
Proceed as follows.
1
2
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button to start playback.
Press the PLAY/PAUSE button again at the instant
when you want to freeze the picture.
A frozen picture appears.
The time code is displayed in the counter display and
the PLAY/PAUSE indicator flashes (one flash/
second).
3
To restart playback, press the PLAY/PAUSE button
once again.
When remotely controlling the camcorder from
an RM-B150/B750 remote control unit (not
supplied)
You can perform the same operation from the RM-B150/
B750.
3-5 Freezing a Picture During Playback
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3-5 Freezing a Picture During Playback
Thumbnail Search
4
Chapter
This indicates that these are
Sixth clip is selected from
a total of 143 clips.
thumbnail images of clips.
4-1 Thumbnail Search
Operations
Currently selected clip
4-1-1 Cuing Up to a Desired Clip
To do this you display thumbnail images, then cue up to a
desired clip.
2,3
1
THUMBNAIL
Thumbnail
SEL/SET
indicator
ESSENCE MARK
S.SEL
SUB CLIP
Recording date and time
of selected clip
Duration of selected clip
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
2
3
Turn the SEL/SET dial to select the desired clip.
Press the SET/SET dial button.
This displays the first frame of the selected clip.
Thumbnail search
To display the thumbnail images of all clips on the disc,
and cue up to a desired clip, proceed as follows.
1
Press the THUMBNAIL button, turning on the
thumbnail indicator.
The thumbnails of all clips on the disc appear.
4-1 Thumbnail Search Operations
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Next, you can play the selected clip, or include it in a clip
list, as required.
To escape from the thumbnail images to
full-screen display
Press the THUMBNAIL button, turning off the thumbnail
indicator.
Note
When operating from the battery, if the VDR SAVE/
STBY switch is in the SAVE position, there is a delay until
the thumbnail display appears.
During this delay, the indication “THUMBNAIL
PROCESSING” appears on the viewfinder screen and
color LCD.
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4-1 Thumbnail Search Operations
Adjustments and
Settings for Recording
5
Chapter
<TOP MENU>
USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
5-1 Setting the
Recording Format
(PDW-530/530P only)
Before recording with the PDW-530/530P, it is necessary
to set the recording format for each of video and audio.
Video recording format: MPEG IMX 50 Mbps, 40 Mbps,
30 Mbps, or DVCAM
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“MAINTENANCE”.
Audio recording format: 16-bit 48 kHz or 24-bit 48 kHz
<TOP MENU>
USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
Note
It is not possible to combine different recording formats on
a single disc.
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
5-1-1 Setting the Video Recording
Format
4
5
Press the MENU knob.
You can select the video recording format in a menu, from
MPEG IMX 50 Mbps, MPEG IMX 40 Mbps, MPEG IMX
30 Mbps, and DVCAM.
The factory default selection is “IMX50”.
To select the desired video recording format, proceed as
follows.
If this is the first time the MAINTENANCE menu has
been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
MAINTENANCE menu appears. If the menu has been
used before, the last accessed page appears.
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “VDR MODE”, and press
the MENU knob to display the VDR MODE page.
For menu operations, see 6-1-3 “Basic Menu Operations”
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the VDR MODE page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
1
2
Turn on the POWER switch.
Holding down the MENU knob, move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from OFF to ON.
The TOP menu appears.
5-1 Setting the Recording Format (PDW-530/530P only)
59
For the operation, see the descriptions of steps 1 to 5
of the procedure “Setting the Video Recording
M09 VDR MODE
TOP
REC TALLY BLINK :
ON
OFF
SEL
IH
IMX50
REC START/STOP
MODE SELECT
TIMER SET
:
:
:
:
2
Press the MENU knob, then turn it to move the b mark
to “AU DATA LEN (IMX)”, and press the MENU
knob.
REC FORMAT
M06 AUDIO-2
TOP
6
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “REC
FORMAT”, and press the MENU knob again.
AU DATA LEN (IMX):?16bit
AU REF LEVEL : -20db
AU REF OUT 0db
AU CH12 AGC MODE : MONO
AU CH34 AGC MODE : MONO
:
AU AGC SPEC
AU LIMITER MODE
AU OUT LIMITER
:
:
:
-6db
OFF
ON
M09 VDR MODE
TOP
I.LINK AUDIO OUT :
2CH
REC TALLY BLINK :
ON
OFF
SEL
IH
REC START/STOP
MODE SELECT
TIMER SET
:
:
:
REC FORMAT
:? IMX50
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to display the desired format,
and press the MENU knob.
Move the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or close the
cover of the menu operating section.
The b mark at the side of “REC FORMAT” changes
to a z mark, and the z mark by “IMX50” changes to
a ? mark.
This ends the menu operation.
The above procedure completes the setting of the
recording format.
7
Turn the MENU knob to display the desired recording
format.
M09 VDR MODE
TOP
REC TALLY BLINK :
ON
OFF
SEL
IH
REC START/STOP
MODE SELECT
TIMER SET
:
:
:
REC FORMAT
:? IMX40
8
9
Press the MENU knob.
This confirms the selection.
Align the b mark with “TOP” at the top right of the
menu page, and press the MENU knob.
This returns to the TOP menu.
5-1-2 Setting the Audio Recording
Format
You can select the audio recording format in a menu, from
16-bit 48 kHz and 24-bit 48 kHz. The factory default
selection is “16bit”.
To select the desired audio recording format, proceed as
follows.
1
Display the AUDIO-2 page of the MAINTENANCE
menu.
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5-1 Setting the Recording Format (PDW-530/530P only)
For details of manual black balance adjustment, refer to
the Maintenance Manual.
5-2 Adjusting the Black
Balance and the
To adjust the black balance, proceed as follows.
White Balance
To ensure excellent image quality when using this
camcorder, conditions may require that both the black
balance and the white balance be adjusted.
OUTPUT/DCC switch
AUTO W/B BAL switch
Black balance adjustment
The black balance will require adjustment in the following
cases.
1
2
Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM.
• When the camcorder is used for the first time
• When the camcorder has not been used for a long time
• When the camcorder is used under conditions in which
the surrounding temperature has changed greatly
• When the GAIN selector values have been changed by
using the USER menu
Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK and release
the switch.
The switch returns to the center position, and the
adjustment is executed.
It is not usually necessary to adjust the black balance when
using the camcorder after it has been off.
During adjustment, the following message is displayed
on the viewfinder screen.
White balance adjustment
Always readjust the white balance when the lighting
conditions change.
Themessageschange
in the following
sequence :
-BLACK SET-
-BLACK BALANCE-
t
Viewfinder screen displays
ABB:EXECUTING
-BLACK SET-
If the black balance or white balance adjustment is started,
messages that report on the progress and results are
displayed on the viewfinder screen when the VF DISP
MODE item is set to “2” or “3” on the VF DISP 1 page of
the USER menu.
The black balance adjustment ends in a few seconds
with the message “ABB:OK” and the adjustment value
is automatically stored in memory.
Note
Black balance and white balance adjustment values that
are automatically set by the camcorder and the various
settings are stored in the camcorder memory and retained
even when the power is turned off.
Notes
• During the black balance adjustment, the iris is
automatically closed.
• During the black balance adjustment, the gain selection
circuit is automatically activated so you may see
flickering on the viewfinder screen, but this is not a fault.
5-2-1 Adjusting the Black Balance
In automatic black balance mode, adjustments are
performed in the following order: clamp level, black set,
and black balance. Manual black balance adjustment can
be selected from the setup menu.
If automatic black balance adjustment
cannot be made
If the black balance adjustment cannot be completed
normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds
on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3).
Possible messages are listed below.
Note that the automatic black balance adjustment
includes a function to correct for white flecks caused in
the CCDs by cosmic rays, in addition to the normal
black balance operation.
5-2 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance
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Black balance adjustment error messages
FILTER selector
Error message Meaning
ABB : NG
IRIS NOT
CLOSED
The lens iris did not close; adjustment
was impossible.
ABB : NG
TIME LIMIT
Adjustment could not be completed
within the standard number of attempts.
ABB : NG
R (or G or B) :
OVERFLOW
The difference between the reference
value and the current value is so great
that it exceeds the range. Adjustment
was impossible.
OUTPUT/DCC
switch: CAM
If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the
black balance adjustment.
Keep pushing the AUTO W/B BAL to BLK until “-
BLACK SET-” appears after “-BLACK BALANCE-”
appears. If the error message occurs again, an internal
check is necessary.
WHITE BAL
switch: A or B
1)
For information about this internal check, refer to the
Maintenance Manual.
GAIN selector: Set as low as
possible.
Note
If the lens cable is not firmly connected to the LENS
connector, it may not be possible to adjust the lens iris. If
this happens, the black balance will be incorrect.
1) White balance setting values are stored in memory B only
when the WHITE SWITCH <B> item is set to “MEM” on
the FUNCTION 2 page of the OPERATION menu.
Black balance memory
Values stored in memory are held until the black balance
is next adjusted.
If the setting of the GAIN selector or WHITE BAL
switch is changed, a message reporting the new setting
position appears for about 3 seconds in the setting
change and adjustment progress message display area
of the viewfinder screen.
If a memory error occurs
If the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on
the viewfinder screen when the camcorder is turned on, the
black balance and white balance memory contents have
been lost.
Adjust the black balance and white balance again. Contact
your Sony representative if this message continues to
appear even after the black balance and white balance have
been adjusted again.
2
Set the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions
as follows.
For the PDW-530/530P:
FILTER selector (outer knob) setting and CC filter
selection
FILTER selector (outer knob) CC filter
setting
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
A
B
C
D
Cross filter
3200 K
5-2-2 Adjusting the White Balance
4300 K
6300 K
To automatically adjust the white balance
Proceed as follows.
FILTER selector (inner knob) setting and ND filter
selection
1
Set the switches and selectors as shown in the figure
below.
FILTER selector (inner knob) ND filter
setting
1
2
Clear
1
/ ND
4
1
3
/
ND
16
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5-2 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance
FILTER selector (inner knob) setting and ND filter
selection
FILTER selector (inner knob) ND filter
setting
1
4
/
ND
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For the PDW-510/510P:
AUTO W/B BAL switch
FILTER selector setting and filter selection
FILTER selector setting
Filter selection
The switch returns to the center position, and the
adjustment is executed.
1
2
3200 K
1
5600 K + / ND
8
During adjustment, the message “WHITE : OP” is
displayed on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2
or 3).
3
4
5600 K
1
5600 K + / ND
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If the setting of the FILTER selector is changed, a
message reporting the setting appears for about 3
seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress
message display area of the viewfinder screen (in
display mode 3).
The white balance adjustment ends in about one
second with the message shown in the following
figure, and the adjustment setting is automatically
stored in the memory (A or B) that was selected in step
1.
3
Place a white test card under the same lighting
conditions as for the subject to be shot and zoom up to
it. Alternatively, any white object such as a cloth or a
wall can be used.
Approximate color
temperature of the
AWB:OK
. K
The absolute minimum white area is as follows.
subject
Rectangle centered on
the screen. The lengths
of the sides are 70% of
the length and width of
the screen.
Note
If the camera has a zoom lens with an automatic iris,
the iris may hunt during the adjustment. To prevent
this, adjust the iris gain knob (indicated as IG, IS, or S)
on the lens.
1)
The white object must
be within the rectangle
and have an area of at
least 10% of the screen.
For details, refer to the lens operation manual.
Note
1)Hunting
Make sure there are not bright spots in the rectangle.
Repeated brightening and darkening of the image, resulting from
repeated response to automatic iris control.
4
5
Adjust the lens iris.
If the automatic white balance adjustment
cannot be made
If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed
normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds
on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3).
Possible messages are listed below.
Manually adjusted lens: set the iris to an appropriate
setting.
Lens with automatic iris: set the automatic/manual
switch on the lens to automatic.
Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and then
release the switch.
White balance adjustment error messages
Error message
Meaning
WHITE : NG
LOW LEVEL
The white video level is too low.
Either open the lens iris or increase
the gain.
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If a memory error occurs
Error message
Meaning
If the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on
the viewfinder screen when the camcorder is turned on, the
white balance and black balance memory contents have
been lost.
WHITE : NG
COLOR TEMP HIGH
The color temperature is too high.
Select a suitable filter setting.
WHITE : NG
COLOR TEMP LOW
The color temperature is too low.
Select a suitable filter setting.
Adjust the white balance and black balance again. Contact
your Sony representative if this message continues to
appear even after the white balance and black balance have
been adjusted again.
WHITE : NG
TIME LIMIT
Adjustment could not be completed
within the standard number of
attempts.
WHITE : NG
POOR WHITE AREA
The white area could not be
checked.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
WHITE : NG
OVER LEVEL
The white video level is too high.
Either stop down the lens iris or
change the ND filter.
If any of the above error messages is displayed, retry the
white balance adjustment. If the error message occurs
again, an internal check is necessary.
For information about this internal check, refer to the
Maintenance Manual.
If you have no time to adjust the white
balance
Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST. The white balance
is automatically set as follows, depending on the FILTER
selector setting.
• PDW-530/530P:
B: 3200K, C: 4300 K, D: 6300K
• PDW-510/510P:
1: 3200 K, 3: 5600 K
For details about setting the white balance manually, see
White balance memory
Values stored in memory are held until the white balance
is next adjusted.
There are two sets of white balance memories, A and B,
and adjustments for each of the filters can be automatically
stored in the memory corresponding to the setting (A or B)
of the WHITE BAL switch. The camcorder has four built-
in filters, so a total of eight (4 × 2) adjustments can be
stored. The number of memories allocated to each of A and
B can be limited to one by setting the WHT FILTER INH.
item to “ON” on the FUNCTION 3 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu. In this case, the memory
contents are not linked to the filter settings.
If the WHITE BAL switch is set to B, and on the
FUNCTION 2 page of the OPERATION menu, the
WHITE SWITCH <B> item is set to “ATW”, the ATW
function is activated to automatically adjust the white
balance of the picture being shot for varying lighting
conditions.
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5-2 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance
the red, green, and blue intensities are actually changing
in synchronization with the frequency of the power
supply causing flicker. Using an electronic shutter under
such lighting could make the flicker even worse. Color
flicker is particularly likely to happen when the power
supply frequency is 60 Hz (with the PDW-510/530) or
50 Hz (with the PDW-510P/530P). However, if the
power frequency is 50 Hz (with the PDW-510/530) or 60
Hz (with the PDW-510P/530P), setting the shutter speed
to 1/100 or 1/60 can reduce this flicker.
5-3 Setting the
Electronic Shutter
This section describes the shutter modes that can be used
with the electronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes
the procedure for selecting the shutter speed and shutter
mode.
• When a bright object is shot in EVS mode or ECS mode
in such a manner that it fills the screen, the upper edge of
the picture may have poor quality because of an inherent
characteristic of CCDs. Before using EVS mode or ECS
mode, check the shooting conditions.
5-3-1 Shutter Modes
The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic
shutter and the shutter speeds that can be selected are listed
below.
You can turn on or off the EVS mode on the SW STATUS
page of the PAINT menu.
Selectable shutter modes and shutter speeds
Shutter
mode
Shutter speed
Application
5-3-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode
and Shutter Speed
Standard
PDW-510/530: 1/100, For shooting fast-
1/125, 1/250, 1/500, moving subjects with
1/1000, 1/2000 (sec.) little blurring.
PDW-510P/530P:
1/60, 1/125, 1/250,
1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000
(sec.)
Use the SHUTTER selector to select a shutter mode or a
standard-mode shutter speed. To set the shutter speed in
ECS or SLS mode, with the SHUTTER selector set to ON
and the ECS or SLS mode selected, use the MENU knob
for adjustment.
You can use the SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATION
menu to narrow the range of choice in advance, or to select
in advance whether or not you use ECS/SLS.
ECS
(Extended
PDW-510/530: 60.0 to For obtaining images
6000 Hz
with no horizontal
Clear Scan) PDW-510P/530P: 50.0 bands of noise when
to 6000 Hz
shooting subjects
such as monitor
screens.
Setting the shutter mode and standard-
mode shutter speed
Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when
the camcorder power is turned off.
1)
1 (1/30 sec for PDW-
510/530, 1/25 sec for
PDW-510P/530P) to 8, lighting conditions
16 frames (1/2 sec for
For shooting
subjects in low level
SLS
(slow speed
shutter)
PDW-510/530, 2/3 sec
for PDW-510P/530P)
1
Follow the procedure described in 6-2-2 “Selecting the
Display Items” (page 85) to set the VF DISPLAY
MODE item to “2” or “3” on the VF DISP 1 page of
the USER menu.
EVS
Shutter speed
Improved vertical
resolution. However,
the sensitivity and
dynamic range are
reduced.
(Enhanced currently selected in
Vertical
definition
System)
the Standard or ECS
mode
2
Push the SHUTTER selector from ON to SELECT.
1) The SLS mode can only be selected when the CCD scan mode(see page
100) is set to “I (interlace scan)”.
Notes
• Whatever the operating mode of the electronic shutter,
the sensitivity of the CCD decreases with increasing
shutter speed.
• When the automatic iris is used, the iris opens wider as
the shutter speed increases, thus reducing the depth of
field.
• In SLS (slow speed shutter) mode, the iris is fixed in the
fully-open position.
• Under artificial light, particularly fluorescent or mercury
lamps, the light intensity may appear to be constant, but
5-3 Setting the Electronic Shutter
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1 2
Setting the shutter speed in ECS (Extended Clear Scan) mode
1
Set the shutter speed mode to ECS.
SHUTTER selector
For the operation, see the previous item “Setting the
The current shutter setting indication appears for about
3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment
progress message display area of the viewfinder
screen.
Examples: “: SS : 1/250”, “: SLS : 8FRAME”, “: ECS
: 60.0 Hz”
ECS:60.00Hz
3
Before the shutter setting indication disappears, push
the SHUTTER selector down to SELECT again and
repeat this until the desired mode or speed appears.
Example of view finder screen display for ECS setting operation
2
Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise
until the desired frequency appears.
Pushing the SHUTTER selector down to SELECT
repeatedly allows you to cycle through the settings of
mode and speed preselected on the SHT ENABLE
page of the OPERATION menu.
Note that all modes and all standard-mode speeds
SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATION menu.
By factory default, all available shutter modes and
shutter speeds are displayed in the sequence shown in
the following figure. (You can use the SHT ENABLE
page of the OPERATION menu to make a setting so
that only the desired (or most frequently used) modes
and speeds are displayed.)
The frequency range can be changed between 60.0 and
6000 Hz (PDW-510/530) or between 50.0 and 6000
Hz (PDW-510P/530P).
When the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is
connected
You can set the shutter speed of ECS with the rotary
encoder of the RM-B150.
Setting the shutter speed in SLS mode
Proceed as follows.
Standard mode
SLS mode
ECS mode
1/100: for PDW-510/530
1/60: for PDW-510P/530P
1 2
Setting the shutter speed in SLS (Slow Speed Shutter) mode
Setting the shutter speed in ECS mode
1
Set the shutter speed mode to SLS.
Proceed as follows.
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5-3 Setting the Electronic Shutter
For the operation, see “Setting the shutter mode and
SLS: 1 FRAME
2
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
OPERATION.
Example of viewfinder screen display for SLS setting operation
Press the MENU knob.
2
Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise
until the desired number of frames appears.
If this is the first time the OPERATION menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page of the OPERATION
menu appears. If the menu has been used before, the
last accessed page appears.
The number of frames can be set to values in the range
1 to 8, and 16. (1 frame nearly equals to 1/30 second
(PDW-510/530) or 1/25 second (PDW-510P/530P)).
4
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “SHT ENABLE”, then
press the MENU knob to display the SHT ENABLE
page.
Changing the range of choice of shutter
mode and speed settings
You can reduce the time required to select the shutter mode
and speed by narrowing the choice of settings in advance.
This can be done by using the SHT ENABLE page of the
OPERATION menu.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the SHT ENABLE page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
Proceed as follows.
17 SHT ENABLE
SHUTTER SLS
SHUTTER ECS
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
Note
SHUTTER 1/100
SHUTTER 1/125
SHUTTER 1/250
SHUTTER 1/500
SHUTTER 1/1000
SHUTTER 1/2000
The settings selected on the SHT ENABLE page of the
OPERATION menu become invalid when the RM-B150
Remote Control Unit is connected to the camcorder.
(This menu display is for the PDW-510/530. For the
PDW-510P/530P, “SHUTTER 1/60” is displayed
instead of “SHUTTER 1/100”.)
5
6
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
shutter mode or shutter speed you want, then press the
MENU knob.
MENU ON/OFF switch
MENU knob
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
Changing the range of choice of shutter mode and speed settings
Turn the MENU knob until “ON” appears, then press
the MENU knob.
1
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while holding
down the MENU knob.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
The TOP menu appears.
To set another mode or speed, return to step 5.
Note that only the shutter speeds set to “ON” can be
selected with the SHUTTER selector.
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7
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
5-4 Changing the
Reference Value for
The menu disappears from the screen and the display
indicating the current status of the camcorder appears
along the top and bottom of the screen.
Automatic Iris
Adjustment
The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be
changed to aid the shooting of clear pictures of back-lit
subjects, or to prevent blown-out highlights. The reference
value for the lens iris can be set within the following range
with respect to the standard value.
• 0.5: about 0.5 stop further open
• 1: about 1 stop further open
• –0.5: about 0.5 stop further closed
• –1: about 1 stop further closed
Also you can set the area where light detection occurs.
Changing the reference value
Proceed as follows.
1
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
If this is the first time the USER menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page of the USER menu
appears. If the menu has been used before, the last
accessed page appears.
2
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to AUTO IRIS, then press
the MENU knob to display the AUTO IRIS page.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the AUTO IRIS page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “IRIS
OVERRIDE”, then press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
Turn the MENU knob until “ON” appears, then press
the MENU knob.
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5-4 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
The IRIS OVERRIDE item is set to “ON”.
5
6
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or close the
cover of the menu operating section.
The AUTO IRIS page disappears from the screen.
Turn the MENU knob to change the reference value.
Opening the lens iris
Iris opened by 1 stop
(two bars)
Iris opened by 0.5 stop
(one bar)
Note
Be sure to confirm that the current shutter mode is not
ECS.
Stopping down the lens iris
Iris stopped down by 1 stop
(two bars)
The changed reference value is retained until the
power of the camcorder is turned off.
Even if the reference value is changed, it reverts to the
standard value every time the power is turned on.
Iris stopped down by 0.5 stop
(one bar)
To open the iris by 0.5 stop:
Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from
the front of the camera.
One bar (s) appears in the upper part to the left of the
F number in the iris indication.
Adjusting the reference value for automatic iris adjustment
When the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is
connected
The IRIS control knob of the RM-B150 can be used for
lens iris setting. In this case, the bar display (s) does not
appear.
To open the iris by 1 stop:
Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from
the front of the camera.
Two bars (ss) appear in the upper part to the left of
the F number in the iris indication.
Selecting the automatic iris window
Proceed as follows.
To stop down the iris by 0.5 stop:
Turn the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the front
of the camera.
One bar (s) appears in the lower part to the left of the
F number in the iris indication.
1
Follow the procedure of steps 1 and 2 described in the
previous item “Changing the reference value” to
display the AUTO IRIS page.
To stop down the iris by 1 stop:
Turn the MENU knob further clockwise as seen from
the front of the camera.
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “IRIS
WINDOW IND”, then press the MENU knob.
Two bars (ss) appear in the lower part to the left of
the F number in the iris indication.
The b mark on the left of “IRIS WINDOW IND”
changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
3
4
Turn the MENU knob until “ON” appears, then press
the MENU knob.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark. The setting is executed.
The currently selected auto iris window appears on the
screen.
If it is not necessary to display the auto iris window on
the screen, set to “OFF”.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “IRIS
WINDOW”, then press the MENU knob.
5-4 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment
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The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
5-5 Adjusting the Audio
Level
5
Turn the MENU knob until the desired auto iris
window appears, then press the MENU knob.
Setting the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to
AUTO automatically adjusts the input levels of the audio
signal to be recorded in audio channels 1 and 2. You can
also adjust the audio level manually.
The shaded parts indicate the area
where light detection occurs.
For the audio level of the signal to be recorded in
audio channels 3 and 4
The input levels for audio channels 3 and 4 are either
automatically adjusted, or are fixed.
Auto iris window
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
5-5-1 Manually Adjusting the Audio
Levels of the Audio Inputs
From the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2
Connectors
If you select “VARIABLE”, the following items
become effective and you can set the window of the
desired size. Set each item to the desired size.
Proceed as follows to adjust the audio levels of the audio
inputs from the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors, which
are to be recorded in audio channels 1 and 2.
Item
Setting
IRIS VAR WIDTH The width of the window
IRIS VAR
HEIGHT
The height of the window
With the XLR connection automatic detection function
being on, when a cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH1
or CH2 connector, the input from these connectors is
automatically selected for audio recording. In this case,
start the operation from step 2.
When the XLR connection automatic detection mode is
off, start the operation from step 1.
IRIS VAR H POS. The position of the window in the
horizontal direction
IRIS VAR V POS. The position of the window in the
vertical direction.
6
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or close the
cover of the menu operating section.
You can turn on and off the XLR connection automatic
detection function on the AUDIO-1 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
The menu disappears from the screen and the display
indicating the current status of the camcorder appears
along the top and bottom of the screen.
To counter problems with very bright
highlights
If the subject is too bright, the iris may close too much,
leaving the overall image dark, or the highlights may be
blown out. In such cases, setting the highlight clip function
on reduces the luminance range, avoiding problems from
the automatic iris correction.
In the AUTO IRIS page of the USER menu, set the CLIP
HIGH LIGHT item to “ON”.
3
2
1
MIC LEVEL control
Manual adjustment of the audio levels of channels 1 and 2
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5-5 Adjusting the Audio Level
1
To adjust the signal input to the AUDIO IN CH1 or
AUDIO IN CH2 connector, set the AUDIO IN CH-1
or AUDIO IN CH-2 switch to REAR. To adjust both
input signals, set both switches to REAR.
5-5-2 Manually Adjusting the Audio
Level of the Front Microphone
You can adjust the audio level input from the front
microphone connected to the MIC IN connector, which is
to be recorded on audio channels 1 and 2.
2
3
Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es) corresponding to
the channel(s) selected in step 1 to MANUAL.
With the LEVEL control for the channel selected in
step 1, adjust so that the audio level meter shows up to
–20 dB for a normal input volume.
Note
If the XLR connection automatic detection mode is on,
when the cables are connected to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2
connectors, the camcorder detects the connection to the
AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors. Thus, the AUDIO IN
switches are internally reset to REAR and the audio signals
input to the AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 connectors are
automatically selected.
The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally,
but do not allow the top bar to go on. If it goes on, the
audio level is too high.
Before adjusting the audio level of the front microphone,
confirm that no cables are connected to the AUDIO IN
CH1/CH2 connectors. Alternatively, set the REAR XLR
AUTO item to “OFF” on the AUDIO-1 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
All bars go on.
These bars go on.
Excessive input level
Normal input level
Correspondence between recording level
adjustments and audio level controls
In the AUDIO-3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, you
can select which audio level control controls the audio
recording level of the input to each of the AUDIO IN CH1/
CH2 connectors. The correspondence between the controls
and the menu items and settings is as follows.
2
Level to be Control
adjusted
Menu item Setting
1
3
Channel-1 LEVEL (CH-1) control REAE1/
SIDE1
recording
level
(on the left)
WRR
LEVEL
MIC LEVEL control
FRONT
F+S1
1
Set either or both of the AUDIO IN switch(es) to
FRONT as follows:
LEVEL (CH-1) control
is linked with MIC
LEVEL control.
• When using the front microphone input for both
channels 1 and 2, set both AUDIO IN switches to
FRONT.
• When using the front microphone input for either
channel 1 or 2, set the AUDIO IN switch for the
desired channel to FRONT.
Channel-2 LEVEL (CH-2) control REAE2/
SIDE2
recording
level
(on the right)
WRR
LEVEL
MIC LEVEL control
FRONT
F+S2
LEVEL (CH-2) control
is linked with MIC
LEVEL control.
2
3
Set the AUDIO SELECT switch(es) for the desired
channel(s) selected in step 1 to MANUAL.
Note
When you have operation of the LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2)
controls and MIC LEVEL control linked together, if the
MIC LEVEL control is set to 0, the audio signals on
channels 1 and 2 cannot be recorded. Check the position of
the MIC LEVEL control before adjusting the LEVEL
(CH-1/CH-2) controls.
Turn the MIC LEVEL control, and adjust so that the
audio level meter shows up to –20 dB for a normal
input volume.
• The 10 bars from the bottom among 20 bars go on
with the normal input volume.
5-5 Adjusting the Audio Level
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• The second top bar may turn on occasionally, but do
not allow the top bar to go on. If it goes on, the audio
level is too high.
Note
The type of audio recorded on audio channels 3 and 4 does
not depend on the XLR connection automatic detection
function. It is determined only by the switch settings.
Correspondence between recording level
adjustments and audio level controls
In the AUDIO-3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, you
can select which audio level control controls the audio
recording level of the front microphone input. The
correspondence between the controls and the menu items
and settings is as follows.
F: The audio signal from the front microphone
is recorded.
R: The audio signal input to the AUDIO IN CH1
connector is recorded.
W:The audio signal of the wireless microphone
is recorded.
Level to be Control
adjusted
Menu item Setting
F: Same as with the CH3 switch.
R: The audio signal input to the AUDIO IN CH2
connector is recorded.
W:Same as with the CH3 switch.
Channel-1 MIC LEVEL control
MIC CH1
LEVEL
FRONT
SIDE
recording
LEVEL (CH-1) control
level
(on the left)
LEVEL (CH-1) control
is linked with MIC
LEVEL control.
F+S1
Audio signals to be recorded on audio channels 3 and 4
Channel-2 MIC LEVEL control
MIC CH2
LEVEL
FRONT
SIDE2
recording
LEVEL (CH-2) control
level
(on the right)
LEVEL (CH-2) control
is linked with MIC
LEVEL control.
F+S1
Note
When you have operation of the MIC LEVEL control and
LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls linked together, if the
LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls are set to 0, the audio
signals on channels 1 and 2 cannot be recorded. Check the
position of the LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) controls before
adjusting the MIC LEVEL control.
5-5-3 Recording Audio on Channels
3 and 4
Selecting the recorded audio
You can select the audio recorded on audio channels 3 and
4 with the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches, or you can
have the selection made automatically, as follows.
To automatically select the same audio as on
channels 1 and 2
In the AUDIO-1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, set
the AUDIO CH3/4 MODE item to “CH 1/2”.
Adjusting the audio recording levels
In the AUDIO-2 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, set
the AU CH34 AGC MODE item as follows.
For automatic adjustment: select “STREO” or
“MONO”.
For fixed settings: select “OFF”.
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5-5 Adjusting the Audio Level
F-RUN: Free run. The time code generator keeps
running, regardless of the operating state of the
VDR.
R-RUN: Recording run. The time code generator runs
only while recording.
5-6 Setting the Time
Data
To set the drop frame mode/non-drop frame
mode (only for the PDW-510/530)
You can select the drop frame (DF) mode or non-drop
frame (NDF) mode on the FUNCTION 1 page of the
USER menu or OPERATION menu or on the TIMECODE
page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
5-6-1 Setting the Time Code
The time code setting range is from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23
: 59 : 59 : 29 (hours : minutes : seconds : frames) for the
PDW-510/530, and from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23 : 59 : 59 :
24 for the PDW-510P/530P.
To make the time code consecutive
To set the time code, proceed as follows.
When the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to R-RUN,
recording a number of scenes on the disc normally
produces consecutive time code. However, once you
remove the disc and record on another disc, the time code
will no longer be contiguous when you use again the
original disc for recording. In this case, to make the time
code consecutive, proceed as follows.
1
2
Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to REGEN.
Press the RET button on the lens.
1
RESET
button
THUMBNAIL
SEL/SET
This reads the previous recording and synchronizes the
internal time code generator, thus allowing the new
time code recorded to follow on consecutively.
ESSENCE MARK
S.SEL
SUB CLIP
4
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
5-6-2 Saving the Actual Time in the
Time Code
2
3
Setting the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to CLOCK
saves the actual time in the time code.
When it is necessary to set the actual time, use the TIME/
DATE page of the DIAGNOSIS menu.
Setting the time code
1
2
3
Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.
Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET.
5-6-3 Setting the User Bits
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.
The first (leftmost) digit of time code flashes.
By setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you
can record user information such as the date, time, or scene
number on the time code track.
4
Use the SEL/SET dial to set the time code value.
To change the value of the flashing digit, turn the dial,
and to shift to the next digit, press the dial. Repeat this
until all desired digits are set.
To set the user bits, proceed as follows.
To reset the time code value to 00:00:00:00
Press the RESET button.
5
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-
RUN.
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regeneration of an external time code. You can also
synchronize the time code generators of other camcorders/
VTRs with the internal generator of this camcorder.
Connections for time code
synchronization
Connect both the reference video signal and the external
time code as illustrated below.
1
RESET
button
Example 1: Synchronizing with an external time code
THUMBNAIL
SEL/SET
S.SEL
ESSENCE MARK
SUB CLIP
3
CLIP MENU
SHIFT
F-RUN
SET
R-RUN
PRESET
REGEN
CLOCK
1)
GENLOCK IN
Reference video signal
2,4
Setting the user bits
TC IN
External time code
1
2
Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT.
1) Set GENLOCK to ON on the GENLOCK page of the
MAINTENANCE menu, if GENLOCK is set to OFF.
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET.
The first (leftmost) digit flashes.
Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders
for time code synchronization
3
Use the SEL/SET dial to set the user bit data.
To change the value of the flashing digit, turn the dial,
and to shift to the next digit, press the dial. Repeat this
until all desired digits are set.
TEST OUT
Hexadecimal digits A to F are displayed as follows:
TC OUT
Reference camcorder
Hexadecimal
Display
A
B
C
D
E
F
TC IN
A
b
C
d
E
F
1)
GENLOCK IN
TC OUT
To reset the user bit data to 00:00:00:00
Press the RESET button.
TEST OUT
1)
GENLOCK IN
4
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-
RUN, corresponding to the desired operating mode for
the time code generator.
TC IN
TC OUT
TEST OUT
The set user bit data will be recorded for both LTC and
VITC.
To another camcorder to be synchronized
To store the user bit setting in memory
The user bit setting (apart from the real time) is
automatically retained in memory even when the power is
turned off.
1) Set GENLOCK to ON on the GENLOCK page of the
MAINTENANCE menu, if GENLOCK is set to OFF.
Procedure for time code synchronization
To synchronize the time code, proceed as follows.
5-6-4 Synchronizing the Time Code
You can synchronize the internal time code generator of
this camcorder with an external generator for the
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5-6 Setting the Time Data
time code cannot be synchronized with the reference
video signal. In this case, set the GENLOCK ON/OFF
item to “ON” on the GENLOCK page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
4
3
User bit settings during time code
synchronization
When the time code is synchronized, only the time data is
synchronized with the external time code value. Therefore,
the user bits can have their own settings for each
camcorder. You can also synchronize the user bits with
external user bit data.
1
2
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
To release the time code synchronization
First disconnect the external time code, then set the F-
RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.
5
To change the power supply from the battery
pack to an external power supply during time
code synchronization
To maintain a continuous power supply, connect the
external power supply to the DC IN connector before
removing the battery pack. You may lose time code
synchronization if you remove the battery pack first.
Synchronizing the time code
1
2
3
4
5
Turn on the POWER switch.
Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET.
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN.
Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.
Camera synchronization during time code
synchronization
During time code synchronization, the camera is
genlocked to the reference video signal input from the
GENLOCK IN connector.
Supply a time code signal and a reference video signal
complying with the SMPTE (for PDW-510/530) or
EBU (for PDW-510P/530P) standard and in proper
phase relationship, to the TC IN connector and to the
GENLOCK IN connector, respectively.
This operation synchronizes the internal time code
generator with the external time code. After about 10
seconds, you can disconnect the external time code
without losing the synchronization. However, there
will be noise on the recorded image if you connect or
disconnect the time code signal during recording.
Notes
• When you finish the above procedure, the internal time
code is immediately synchronized with the external time
code and the counter display will show the value of the
external time code. However, wait for a few seconds
until the sync generator stabilizes before recording.
• If the frequency of the reference video signal is not the
same as the frame frequency of the camcorder, the
camera cannot be correctly genlocked. In such a case, the
internal time code is not correctly synchronized with the
external time code.
• When the GENLOCK ON/OFF item is set to “OFF” on
the GENLOCK page of the MAINTENANCE menu, the
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5-6 Setting the Time Data
Menu Displays and
Detailed Settings
6
Chapter
For details of customizing the USER menu, see 6-1-4
6-1 Menu Organization
and Operation
TOP menu
The TOP menu consists of the following submenus.
<TOP MENU>
6-1-1 Menu Organization
USER
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
The following shows the organization of menus that you
can use to make various settings and adjustments.
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
DIAGNOSIS
TOP MENU
USER
00.CONTENTS
01.OUTPUT
The USER menu consists of
the pages shown on the right.
If required, you can add,
When you select an item in the TOP menu, this displays
the most recently shown page of the corresponding
submenu. When the submenu is selected for the first time,
the 00 CONTENTS page appears.
02.TEST OUT
03.FUNCTION 1
04.VF DISP 1
05.VF DISP 2
06.'!'LED
delete, or rearrange pages
1)
(USER menu customization).
In this case the number, for
example, 01, also changes.
07.MARKER 1
08.GAIN SW
09.VF SETTING
10.AUTO IRIS
11.SHOT ID
Submenus selected in the TOP menu
These are the following menus.
• USER menu:
12.SHOT DISP
13.SET STATUS
14.LENS FILE
15.USER FILE
This menu includes monitor output settings, viewfinder
settings, and commonly used functions. This menu is
normally displayed when the MENU ON/OFF switch is
changed to ON.
This menu used to
add or delete pages in
the USER group.
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
ALL
• USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu:
This menu allows you to add pages to or delete pages from
the USER menu to suit your needs.
• Each menu consists of pages 00
CONTENTS, 01 xxx, 02 xxx, and
so on.
• You can select the desired items
from these menus to create new
pages, which you can add to the
USER menu.
OPERATION
PAINT
MAINTENANCE
FILE
• ALL menu:
This menu contains all items of the OPERATION menu,
PAINT menu, MAINTENANCE menu, FILE menu and
DIAGNOSIS menu.
DIAGNOSIS
1) In this manual, the USER menu consisting of items and pages registered
at the factory is used.
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• OPERATION menu:
Displaying menus on the color LCD
With the camcorder powered on, proceed as follows.
This menu contains items for changing settings according
to conditions related to the subject when the camcorder is
being operated.
1
2
Open the cover of the menu operating section, and set
the MENU ON/OFF switch to the ON position.
• PAINT menu
This menu contains items for making detailed image
adjustments while using a waveform monitor to monitor
the waveforms output by the camera. Support of a video
engineer is usually required to use this menu. Although
you can also use an external remote control panel or master
setup unit to set the items on this menu, this menu is
effective when using the camcorder by itself outdoors.
Set the DISP SEL switch at the lower left of the color
LCD to CHAR.
This displays menus on the color LCD.
In the remainder of this section, the viewfinder display is
generally shown as an example menu display, but the
display on the color LCD is similar.
• MAINTENANCE menu
This menu contains items for performing camera
maintenance operations, such as changing the VDR
system or using infrequently used “paint” items.
6-1-3 Basic Menu Operations
When you open the cover of the menu operating section,
the MENU ON/OFF switch appears. If the MENU ON/
OFF switch is set to ON, the USER menu is displayed on
the screen. Closing the cover automatically sets the MENU
ON/OFF switch to OFF.
• FILE menu
This menu is for performing file operations, such as
writing the reference file.
• DIAGNOSIS menu
This menu enables you to confirm the VDR status or
identify a failed circuit board.
6-1-2 Displaying Menus
The camcorder can display menus both on the viewfinder
screen and on the color LCD.
Viewfinder
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
MENU ON/OFF
switch
ColorLCD
DISP SEL
switch
Cover of the menu
MENU knob
operating section
The MENU ON/OFF switch
is inside the cover.
Controls used for the basic use of the menu oerations
POWER switch
Displaying the TOP menu
Hold down the MENU button, and move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from the OFF to the ON position.
Displaying menus on the viewfinder screen
When the camcorder is powered on, open the cover of the
menu operating section, and set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to the ON position.
This displays menus on the viewfinder screen, regardless
of the ON/OFF setting of the viewfinder DISPLAY
switch.
Note
Depending on the internal switch settings, display of the
TOP menu may be disabled.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
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2 Press the MENU knob.
Returning to the TOP menu from other
menus
The selected page is displayed. Go to step 4.
There are two methods.
2
3
Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears.
Press the MENU knob.
• Align the b mark with “TOP” at the top right of the
menu page, and press the MENU knob.
• Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch down to the
ESCAPE position repeatedly until the TOP menu
appears.
A b mark appears on the left of the item currently
selected on the page.
U08 GAIN SW
TOP
Menu operations in the USER menu
GAIN LOW
GAIN MID
GAIN HIGH
GAIN TURBO
:
:
:
:
0db
9db
18db
42db
This section explains operations on the USER menu. But
the operations are the same as those on menus other than
the USER menu. Also, if the optional extension boards are
not installed in your camcorder, some items on the USER
menu pages are not displayed. But the operations are the
same as those on the menus other than the USER menu.
To carry out menu operations in the USER menu, proceed
as follows.
TURBO SW IND.
:
OFF
4
5
Turn the move MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired item.
1
Switch the MENU ON/OFF switch from OFF to ON.
• Turning the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen
from the front of the camera moves the b mark up
continuously.
• Turning the MENU knob clockwise as seen from the
front of the camera moves the b mark down
continuously.
The USER menu normally appears. If it does not, in
the TOP menu select USER, and press the MENU
knob.
U03 FUNCTION1
TOP
ASSIGN SW <1>
ASSIGN SW <2>
ASSIGN SW <3>
ASSIGN SW <4>
TURBO SW
:
:
:
:
:
:
ATW
OFF
OFF
Press the MENU knob.
OFF
TURBO
DF
OFF
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
DF/NDF
CACHE/INTVAL REC:
U08 GAIN SW
TOP
GAIN LOW
GAIN MID
GAIN HIGH
GAIN TURBO
:
:
0db
9db
:? 18db
(For the PDW-530P/510P, the DF/NDF item is not
included.)
:
42db
TURBO SW IND.
:
OFF
If the USER menu has been used before, the last
accessed page appears. In this case, go to step 2.
If this is the first time the USER menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page of the USER menu
appears. In this case, follow the procedure below.
6
Turn the MENU knob to change the setting.
Before going to the next step, you can cancel a change
or return to the standard settings. For this operation,
see the next item “To cancel a change or return to the
1 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired page number.
This indicates that
the menu screen
U00 CONTENTS
TOP
can be scrolled.
To interrupt changing the settings
01.OUTPUT
02.TEST OUT
03.FUNCTION 1
04.VF DISP 1
05.VF DISP 2
06.'!'LED
07.MARKER 1
08.GAIN SW
09.VF SETTING
10.AUTO IRIS
By setting the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF, the
menu disappears from the screen. By setting the
MENU ON/OFF switch to ON again, the values that
were displayed when you interrupted the setting
operations will reappear so you can continue making
settings.
b mark
7
Press the MENU knob.
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The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark. The setting is confirmed.
To end menu operations
You can end menu operations using the following two
methods:
• Turn the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF.
• Close the cover of the menu operating section. When
you close the cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to
OFF automatically.
The menu disappears from the screen, and the display
indicating the current status of the camcorder appears
along the top and bottom of the screen (when the
viewfinder DISPLAY switch is set to ON or the VF DISP
item on the VF DISP 1 page of the USER menu is set to
“ON”).
8
To continue setting other items in the same page,
repeat steps from 4 to 7.
To cancel a change or return to the standard
settings
Proceed as follows.
1
Before pressing the MENU button in step 7 of the
above procedure, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE
switch up to the CANCEL/PRST position.
Under the page name, a message “CANCEL DATA
OK?” appears.
2
3
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch up to the
CANCEL/PRST position once more.
6-1-4 Editing the USER Menu
The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to
configure a USER menu that consists only of pages and
items that you need by adding, deleting or replacing the
pages.
A message “CANCEL DATA” appears to indicate that
the change has been canceled.
To return to the standard settings, push the CANCEL/
PRST / ESCAPE switch up to the CANCEL/PRST
position.
Adding a new page
The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to add
a new page to the USER menu.
A message “PRESET DATA OK?” appears on the
screen.
While the EDIT page contains factory-preset items, the
USER 1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT pages and the ASSIGN
SEL EDIT page are all blank in their initial state. You can
register up to 10 items, including blank lines, on each of
these pages.
4
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch up to the
CANCEL/PRST position once more.
This returns to the standard settings.
To add a new page, proceed as follows.
Depending on the setting item, in some cases only the
function to return to the standard setting is valid. Check
this for each individual item.
1
2
While holding down the MENU knob, move the
MENU ON/OFF switch from the OFF position to the
ON position.
To move to another page
Proceed as follows.
The TOP menu appears.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “USER
MENU CUSTOMIZE”, then press the MENU knob.
1
Turn the MENU knob to move the b arrow to the page
number, then press the MENU knob.
If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
menu appears.
If the b mark is placed at a position other than the page
number, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch
to ESCAPE.
A ? mark appears in front of the page number. The
camcorder is now in page selecting mode.
U00 CONTENTS
TOP
01.EDIT PAGE
02.USER 1
03.USER 2
04.USER 3
05.USER 4
06.USER 5
07.USER 6
08.USER 7
09.USER 8
10.USER 9
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
EDIT
2
3
Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears.
Press the MENU knob when the desired page appears.
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If the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu has been
used before, the last accessed page appears.
The USER P2 EDIT page appears again,
displaying the newly added item.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to one of USER 1 EDIT to
USER 19 EDIT and ASSIGN SEL EDIT, then press
the MENU knob to display the page.
7
Add the remaining items by repeating steps 4 to 6.
You can add up to 10 items on one page.
Deleting items from a page by using the CANCEL/
PRST / ESCAPE switch
You can delete items from any of the USER 1 EDIT to
USER 19 EDIT pages. Proceed as follows.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the desired page appears, then press the MENU
knob to select the page.
Example: When you select the USER 2 EDIT page
1
Open one of the USER 1 EDIT to USER 19 EDIT
pages from which you want to delete items. Turn the
MENU knob to move the b mark to the item to be
deleted.
U03 USER 2 EDIT
TOP
2
3
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to
CANCEL/PRST.
The message “PRESET DATA OK?” appears.
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to
CANCEL/PRST again.
4
Move the b mark to the item to be added (this
operation is unnecessary, if no item exists on the page
as shown in the figure for step 3), then press the
MENU knob.
The item is deleted.
Deleting items from a page by using the menu
Proceed as follows.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
EDIT FUNCTION
INSERT
MOVE
DELETE
BLANK
ESC
1
2
Move the b mark to the item to be deleted, and press
the MENU knob.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
Select “DELETE”, and press the MENU knob.
The previously displayed page appears again, and the
message “DELETE OK? Yes b No” appears at the
upper right.
5
6
Move the b mark to “INSERT”, and press the MENU
knob.
3
To delete, turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“YES”, and press the MENU knob.
The page for the last added item appears.
Replacing items on a page
You can replace the items on any of the USER 1 EDIT to
USER 5 EDIT pages. Proceed as follows.
P25 BLACK/FLARE
ESC
MASTER BLACK
R GLACK
B BLACK
MASTER FLARE
R FLARE
G FLARE
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
0
0
0
0
0
0
0
ON
1
Open one of the USER 1 EDIT to USER 5 EDIT pages
on which you want to replace items. Turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to the item to be replaced,
then press the MENU knob.
B FLARE
FLARE
TEST OUT SELECT :
ENC
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
Add the items.
1 Turn the MENU knob until the page that has the
2
Select MOVE, then press the MENU knob.
The previously displayed page appears again.
desired items appears, then press the MENU knob.
2 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired item, then press the MENU knob.
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81
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
position where you want to move the item, then press
the MENU knob.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “EDIT PAGE”, then press
the MENU knob to display the EDIT PAGE screen.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the EDIT PAGE screen appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
E02 USER 1 EDIT
WHITE<B>CH
TOP
AWB
OFF
:
:
TEST OUT MENU
E01 EDIT PAGE
TOP
OFFSET WHITE <A>:
OFF
3200
0
WARM COOL
COLOR FINE
MASTER BLACK
<A>:
<A>:
:
01.OUTPUT
02.TEST OUT
03.FUNCTION 1
04.VF DISP 1
05.VF DISP 2
06.'!'LED
0
07.MARKER 1
08.GAIN SW
09.VF SETTING
10.AUTO IRIS
The item selected in step 1 moves to the position that
you selected in step 3.
In the above example, “MASTER BLACK” is moved
to the top and the other items are moved down one line.
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to where
you want to add the page, then press the MENU knob.
Inserting a blank line
You can insert a blank line above the selected item.
Proceed as follows.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
EDIT FUNCTION
INSERT
MOVE
DELETE
BLANK
ESC
1
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
above which you want to insert a blank line.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
2
Select “BLANK”, and press the MENU knob.
The previously displayed page appears again, and a
blank line is inserted above the specified item.
5
6
Select INSERT, and press the MENU knob.
The selection screen appears.
Note
You cannot insert a blank line on a page where 10 items
have already been registered.
CONTENTS
ESC
01.USER PAGE 1
02.USER PAGE 2
03.USER PAGE 3
04.USER PAGE 4
05.USER PAGE 5
06.USER PAGE 6
07.USER PAGE 7
08.USER PAGE 8
09.USER PAGE 9
Adding/deleting/replacing pages
You can add a new page to the USER menu, delete a page
from the USER menu or replace pages, using the EDIT
PAGE of the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu.
To add a page
Proceed as follows.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired page, then press the MENU knob.
1
While holding down the MENU knob, move the
MENU ON/OFF switch from the OFF position to the
ON position.
This adds the number and name of the selected page
above the item selected in step 4.
To cancel adding a page
The TOP menu appears.
Before pressing the MENU knob in step 6, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “ESC” at the top right of the
screen, then press the MENU knob.
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “USER
MENU CUSTOMIZE”, then press the MENU knob.
The EDIT PAGE screen appears again.
If this is the first time the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
menu has been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
menu appears. If the menu has been used before, the
last accessed page appears.
To delete a page by using the CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
Proceed as follows.
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1
2
Open the EDIT PAGE of the USER MENU
CUSTOMIZE menu. Turn the MENU knob to move
the b mark to the page to be deleted.
E01 EDIT PAGE
PUSH TO PAGE INSERT
01.OUTPUT
02.TEST OUT
03.FUNCTION 1
04.VF DISP 1
05.'!'LED
06.MARKER 1
07.GAIN SW
08.VF SETTING
09.AUTO IRIS
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to
CANCEL/PRST.
The message “PRESET DATA OK?” appears.
E01 EDIT PAGE
DELETE PAGE OK ?
01.OUTPUT
02.TEST OUT
03.FUNCTION 1
04.VF DISP 1
05.VF DISP 2
06.'!'LED
07.MARKER 1
08.GAIN SW
09.VF SETTING
10.AUTO IRIS
4
Press the MENU knob.
The page selected in step 1 is moved to the position
selected in step 3.
In the above example,”AUTO IRIS” moves to the
“04” position and the “VF DISP 1” and following
items move down one line.
3
Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to
CANCEL/PRST again.
In the above example, the VF DISP 2 page is deleted.
To delete a page by using the menu
Proceed as follows.
1
2
3
On the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU
CUSTOMIZE menu, move the b mark to the page to
be deleted, and press the MENU knob.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
Select DELETE, and press the MENU knob.
The previously displayed page appears again, and the
message “DELETE PAGE OK?” appears at the upper
right.
To delete, turn the menu knob to move the b mark to
“YES”, and press the MENU knob.
To move a page
Proceed as follows.
1
Display the EDIT PAGE screen of the USER MENU
CUSTOMIZE menu. Turn the MENU knob to move
the b mark to the page that you want to move.
The EDIT FUNCTION page appears.
2
3
Select MOVE, then press the MENU knob.
The EDIT PAGE screen appears again.
Turn MENU knob to move the b mark to the position
to where you want to move the page selected in step 1.
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1)
b Zoom position
2)
This indicates the approximate position of the variator of
the zoom lens, between wide angle and telephoto.
6-2 Status Display on
the Viewfinder
Screen
1) Zoom position
This indicator appears only when you use a lens that has a zoom position
display function.
2) Variator
A group of lenses that are moved to adjust the focal length.
The viewfinder screen displays not only the video picture
but also characters and messages indicating the camcorder
settings and operating status, a center marker, a safety zone
marker, etc.
When the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF and the
DISPLAY switch is set to ON, the items for which an
“ON” setting was made in the VF DISP1 page of the
USER menu or with related switches are displayed at the
top and bottom of the screen. The messages that give
details of the settings and adjustment progress and results
can also be made to appear for about 3 seconds while
settings are being changed, during adjustment, and after
adjustment.
c Color temperature
This indicates the currently selected color temperature.
d UHF wireless microphone reception level
This indicates reception level of the wireless microphone
when the UHF wireless microphone is attached, using four
x which appear at the right of “W”. When four x are lit,
the receiving condition is good.
e DC IN / battery voltage or remaining capacity
This shows the battery voltage or remaining capacity of an
internal battery pack.
When the power is supplied from an AC adaptor connected
to the DC IN connector, “DC IN” appears.
When the DISP BATT REMAIN item is set to “INT” on
the VF DISP 2 page of the USER menu, the battery voltage
is not indicated. However, when the Anton Bauer
intelligent battery system or the BP-IL75/GL95/M100
battery pack is used, the remaining battery capacity is
automatically detected and indicated as a percentage even
when the DISP BATT REMAIN item is set to “OFF”. The
indicated value changes in steps of 10 %.
For information about the display item selection, ssee 6-2-
information about setting change and adjustment progress
• Until the remaining battery capacity is reduced to 40 %,
the indications MAX, 90 %, 80 %...40 % are displayed
for three seconds in the viewfinder each time the
remaining battery capacity reduces by 10 %.
6-2-1 Layout of the Status Display
on the Viewfinder Screen
All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen
are shown below.
• When the remaining battery capacity is less than 40 %,
the indication is displayed all the time.
1)
• When the remaining battery capacity is less than 10 % ,
the the indication flashes. When the remaining battery
capacity is reduced further, the LOW indication flashes.
16:9
1) This value can be set to either 10 % or 20 % on the FUNCTION 2 page of
the OPERATION menu.
PDW-530
#30001
f 16:9 mode recording indicator
This indicates recording in the 16:9 mode. This indicator is
recorded together with the color bars.
D5600
IMX50
g Setting change and adjustment progress message
display area
6, qj, qk, ql and wa appear only when color bars are displayed.
Status indications in the viewfinder
a Extender
h Operation/error message display area
“EX” is displayed when a lens extender is used.
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6-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
i Iris setting/auto iris override
m Gain
This indicates the f-stop (iris setting) of the lens.
Also, the auto iris override is displayed using bars which
appear in the upper and lower parts to the left of the F
number respectively.
This indicates the gain of the video amplifier, as set by the
GAIN selector.
n White balance memory
This indicates the currently selected white balance
For details, see “Changing the reference value” on page
automatic adjustment memory.
A: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to A.
B: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to B.
P: Displayed when the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST
or when the preset button on the RM-B150 has been
pushed.
j Remaining disc capacity
This indicator indicates the remaining disc recording time
(in minutes) of the VDR.
T: Displayed when ATW is being used.
Examples of remaining disc recording time indication
o Filter
Indication
F - 30
Remaining disc recording time
Full to 30 minutes
30 to 25 minutes
25 to 20 minutes
20 to 15 minutes
15 to 10 minutes
10 to 5 minutes
5 to 4 minutes
This indicates the currently selected filter types.
30 - 25
p Time code
This indicates the time code, user bits or other information
selected by the DISPLAY switch.
25 - 20
20 - 15
15 - 10
q ID number
This indicates the ID number selected from ID 1 to ID 4.
The ID number is recorded together with the color bars.
10 - 5
5 MIN
4 MIN
4 to 3 minutes
r Date and time
This indicates the date and time of recording, which are
recorded together with the color bars.
3 MIN
3 to 2 minutes
2 MIN
2 to 1 minutes
1 (flashing)
0 MIN (flashing)
1 to 0 minute
s Model name and serial number
This indicates the model name and serial number of the
camcorder, which are recorded together with the color
bars.
0 minute
k Audio level
These indicate the level of audio channel 1 and channel 2.
The peak indication of the VDR level meter is related as
follows to the audio level when an 1-kHz sine wave is
input.
t 16:9/4:3 mode
“16:9” or “4:3” is displayed depending on the currently
selected aspect ratio.
Audio channel 1
level indicator
Audio channel 2
level indicator
u *
This flashes when the color bars are displayed and is
recorded together with the color bars
VDR level meter
indicator
v Recording format
This indicates the current recording format.
l Shutter speed
w D5600 indication
This appears when the electric 5600 K color temperature
filter function is on.
This indicates the shutter speed or the shutter mode.
However, if the SHUTTER selector is set to OFF, nothing
is displayed.
1/100 (PDW-510/530) or 1/60 (PDW-510P/530P), 1/125,
1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000: Shutter speed (in
seconds) in standard mode
6-2-2 Selecting the Display Items
ECS: ECS mode
EVS: EVS mode
1F to 8F, 16F: Number of frames in SLS mode
To select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder
screen from the VF DISP 1 and VF DISP 2 pages of the
USER menu, turn on or off the indication next to each
item.
6-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
85
2) For detailed information on the display mode, see 6-2-3 “Display Modes
To select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder
screen, proceed as follows.
VF DISP 2 page
Item
Description
DISP ZOOM
Zoom position indicator
Displays the color temperature.
DISP COLOR
TEMP.
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
DISP BATT
REMAIN
Displays the battery voltage/
1)
remaining capacity of an internal
battery pack or an external battery
connected to the DC IN connector.
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
DISP DC IN
Displayed when the power is supplied
from an external battery connected to
the DC IN connector.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
DISP 16:9/4:3 ID
Displays the 16:9/4:3 mode indicator.
The last accessed menu page appears on the
viewfinder screen.
DISP WRR RF LVL Displays the reception level of the
wireless microphone.
DISP TIME CODE
Displays the time code.
Turn the MENU knob until the VF DISP 1 or VF DISP
2 page appears, and press the MENU knob to select the
page.
DISP REC FORMAT Displays the recording format.
1) When an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System or the BP-IL75/GL95/
M100 battery pack is used, the setting of this item determines the display
as follows.
INT: The remaining battery capacity is shown as a percentage when there
is a change, and when the capacity is low.
AUTO: The remaining battery capacity is shown as a percentage, except
that when this is impossible the battery voltage appears.
VOLT: The battery voltage is shown.
U04 VF DISP 1
VF DISP
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
ON
3
VF DISP MODE
DISP EXTENDER
DISP FILTER
DISP WHITE
DISP GAIN
DISP SHUTTER
DISP AUDIO
DISP DISC
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
DISP IRIS
you want to set, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
VF DISP 1 page
You can select the following items to be displayed on
the screen on the VF DISP 1 or VF DISP 2 page.
Turn the MENU knob to select whether the selected
item should appear in the viewfinder display (the
“ON” setting), or not appear (the “OFF” setting), and
press the MENU knob.
VF DISP 1 page
Item
Description
VF DISP
Turning on or off the viewfinder
display
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes a
the b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
1)
2)
VF DISPLAY MODE
Selecting the display mode
DISP EXTENDER
DISP FILTER
DISP WHITE
Extender indicator
Note that pressing the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE
switch to CANCEL/PRST on this page has no effect.
Types of the ND filter
White balance memory indicator
Gain indicator
5
6
To set another item to “ON” or “OFF”, repeat steps 3
and 4.
DISP GAIN
DISP SHUTTER
Shutter speed and ECS mode
indicator
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
DISP AUDIO
DISP DISC
DISP IRIS
Audio level indicator
Remaining disc capacity indicator
Iris opening indicator
1) The viewfinder display can be also turned on or off by using the DISPLAY
switch on the viewfinder.
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6-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
2
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “VF
6-2-3 Display Modes and Setting
Change Confirmation/
Adjustment Progress
Messages
DISPLAY MODE”, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of “VF DISPLAY MODE”
changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
Turn the MENU knob until the desired display mode
appears, and press the MENU knob.
You can limit or suppress the messages that give details of
setting changes and adjustment progress and results by
setting a display mode.
The conditions under which messages are displayed and
their correspondence with the display mode are as follows:
The z mark on the left of “VF DISPLAY MODE”
changes to a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the
setting changes to a z mark.
Setting change confirmation/adjustment progress messages
and display modes
Y: Message is displayed.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
N: Message is not displayed.
Message
display
condition
Message
Display
mode
setting
6-2-4 Setting the Marker Display
1
2
3
Use the MARKER 1 page of the USER menu to switch the
display of the center and safety zone markers on or off and
to select whether the area indicated by the safety zone
marker is 80%, 90% or 100% of the screen area.
When the filter
selection has
been changed
ND : n, CC : m (where n =
1, 2, 3, 4, m = A, B, C, D)
N
N
Y
When the gain
setting has been 0dB, 3dB, 6dB, 9dB,12dB,
changed
GAIN : n (where n = -3dB,
N
N
N
N
Y
Y
18dB, 24dB, 30dB, 36dB,
42dB, 48dB)
When the
WHITE : n (where n = A
CH, B CH, PRESET) or
ATW : RUN
setting of the
WHITE BAL
switch has been
changed
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
When the
DCC : ON (or OFF)
N
N
Y
Y
Y
Y
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
OUTPUT/DCC
selector has
been set to DCC
ON or OFF
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
When the
shutter speed
and mode
SS : 1/100 (PDW-510/530)
or 1/60 (PDW-510P/530P)
(or 1/125, 1/250, 1/500,
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
setting has been 1/1000, 1/2000,ECS, SLS)
1)
Turn the MENU knob until the MARKER 1 page
appears, and press the MENU knob to select the page.
changed
When the black E.g. WHITE : OK
or white balance
has been
N
Y
Y
U07 MARKER 1
MARKER
TOP
OFF
adjusted
:
CENTER
:
:
:
:
:
:
OFF
OFF
90%
OFF
4:3
OFF
1/4
OFF
1) This is also displayed for about 3 seconds when the SHUTTER selector is
set to ON.
SAFETY ZONE
SAFETY AREA
ASPECT
ASPECT SELECT
ASPECT MASK
ASPECT MASK LVL :
100% MARKER
Changing the display mode
:
The currently set display mode appears on the VF DISP 1
page of the USER menu. To change it, proceed as follows.
You can set the following items on the MARKER 1
page.
1
Items” on page 85, until the VF DISP 1 page of the
USER menu appears on the screen.
Item
MARKER
Description
Not to display all markers, set to OFF.
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87
Item
Description
CENTER
To display the center marker, set to ON.
To display the safety zone, set to ON.
SAFETY ZONE
SAFETY AREA
To select the safety zone range (80%,
90%, 92.5 % or 95 %), when SAFETY
ZONE is set to ON.
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
ASPECT
To display the aspect marker, set to ON.
To select the type of the aspect marker.
ASPECT
SELECT
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
ASPECT MASK
(4:3)
To make the areas out of the selected
aspect marker dimmer, set to ON.
1)
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
ASPECT MASK
LVL
To set the mask level (1/2, 1/4 or 1/8),
when the ASPECT MASK is set to ON.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
100 % MARKER To display the effective pixel area, set to
ON.
Turn the MENU knob until the VF SETTING page
appears, and press the MENU knob to select the page.
1) The ASPECT MASK item is for processing the signal to be output to the
viewfinder. When R, G, or B is selected for the TEST OUT SELECT item
from the menu, the same video signal is output to the viewfinder and the
TEST OUT connector. Thus, when the ASPECT MASK (4:3) item is set
to “ON” with R/G/B selected, the masked video signal is output to the
TEST OUT connector.
U09 VF SETTING
ZEBRA
ZEBRA SELECT
:
:
OFF
1
ZEBRA1 DET.LEVEL:
ZEBRA1 APT.LEVEL:
ZEBRA2 DET.LEVEL:
70%
10%
100%
3
Perform the settings for each item.
VF DETAIL LEVEL :
OFF
1 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
item you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes
to the z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
VF ASPECT
:
AUTO
You can set the following items on the VF SETTING
page.
Item
ZEBRA
ZEBRA SELECT
Description
2 Turn the MENU knob to change the setting, and
press the MENU knob.
1)
Turns the zebra display on or off.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes
to a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
Selects ZEBRA 1, ZEBRA 2 or BOTH.
ZEBRA 1 DET. LVL Adjusts the level of the zebra 1 (70%)
display.
ZEBRA 1 APT. LVL Adjusts the aperture level of the zebra
1 display. (1 to 10 to 20)
4
5
To continue setting other items, repeat step 3.
ZEBRA 2 DET. LVL Adjusts the level of the zebra 2 (100%)
display.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
VF DETAIL LEVEL Adjusts the sharpness of the
2)
viewfinder (–99 to 0 to 99).
The menu disappears from the screen, and the display
indicating the current status of the camcorder appears
along the top and bottom of the screen.
Turns the VF detail function on or off
and adjusts the level.
VF ASPECT
Selects the viewfinder aspect ratio.
3)
(AUTO/16:9)
6-2-5 Setting the Viewfinder
1) When you use the viewfinder which is not equipped with the ZEBRA
switch, turns the display on or off using this item. When you use the
viewfinder with the ZEBRA switch, the most recent operation of the
ZEBRA switch and this menu operation is effective.
2) The sharpness setting at the viewfinder does not affect the recorded image.
3) When the VF ASPECT item is set to “AUTO”, this is linked to the 16:9/
4:3 selection on the FORMAT page.
Use the VF SETTING page of the USER menu to select
items related to the viewfinder.
When the VF ASPECT item is set to “16:9”, but “4:3” is selected on the
FORMAT page, then it is not possible to mix the zebra display and marker
display signals on the output signal from the TEST OUT connector.
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press the MENU knob.
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6-2 Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
U12 SHOT DISP
SHOT DATE
SHOT TIME
SHOT MODEL NAME :
SHOT SERIAL NO
SHOT ID SEL
SHOT 16:9 ID
:
:
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
:
:
:
4
Turn the MENU knob to change the setting, and press
the MENU knob.
SHOT BLINK CHARA:
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
You can set the following items on the SHOT DISP
page.
5
6
To continue setting other items, repeat steps 3 and 4.
Item
Description
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
SHOT DATE
Selects whether or not the shot data is
superimposed (ON or OFF).
SHOT TIME
Selects whether or not shot time is
superimposed (ON or OFF).
The menu disappears from the screen, and the display
indicating the current status of the camcorder appears
along the top and bottom of the screen.
SHOT MODEL
NAME
Selects whether or not the model name
is superimposed (ON or OFF).
SHOT SERIAL
NO.
Selects whether or not the serial
number is superimposed (ON or OFF).
6-2-6 Recording Shot Data
Superimposed on the Color
Bars
1)
Selects whether or not the shot ID set
on the SHOT ID page is superimposed
(1 to 4 or OFF).
SHOT ID SEL
SHOT 16:9 ID
Selects whether or not the 16:9 mode
indicator is superimposed (ON or OFF).
In the SHOT DISP page of the USER menu, you can select
which shot data is recorded superimposed on the color
bars. You can also select which of the shot IDs (1 to 4) set
in the SHOT DATA page is recorded superimposed on the
picture.
SHOT BLINK
CHARA
Selects whether or not the blinking * is
superimposed (ON or OFF).
1) To carry out superimposed recording, select the SHOT ID number (1 to 4).
Not to carry out superimposed recording, select “OFF”.
Proceed as follows.
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to
record the selected item superimposed on the color
bars, and press the MENU knob.
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
Selecting the shot data for superimposed recording
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
5
6
To continue setting other items, repeat steps 3 and 4.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Turn the MENU knob until the SHOT DISP page
appears, and press the MENU knob to select the page.
To carry out superimposed recording
To actually record the items selected for superimposed
recording on the SHOT DISP page, set the OUTPUT/DCC
switch to BARS, DCC OFF.
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89
The items selected for superimposed recording appear on
the screen and are recorded superimposed on the color
bars.
A x mark appears over the first character position in
the string, and characters can now be input.
U11 SHOT ID
ID-1 :?
TOP
x
6-2-7 Setting the Shot ID
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
On the SHOT ID page of the USER menu, you can set a
shot ID of up to 12 alphanumeric characters, spaces, and
symbols.
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
INS DEL RET
ESC END
When the OUTPUT/DCC switch is set to BARS, DCC
OFF, this shot ID is output with the color bar signal. The
shot ID comprises ID1 to ID4, and the setting can be
changed using the SHOT DISP page of the USER menu.
You can select the SHOT ID to be recorded superimposed
on the color bars on the SHOT DISP page.
4
Enter or change the shot ID.
When you are entering the whole shot ID, go to step
2.
1 Turn the MENU knob to move the x mark to the
character which you want to change, then press the
MENU knob.
Note
When the menu is displayed, the shot ID is not displayed
even if the color bar signal is output.
The x mark changes to a ? mark and a character
table appears.
The x mark moves to the character table.
To set the shot ID, proceed as follows.
U11 SHOT ID
ID-1 :?
TOP
x
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
CANCEL/PRST /
ESCAPE switch
x
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
INS DEL RET
ESC END
MENU knob
MENU ON/OFF switch
2 Turn the MENU knob until the x mark moves to
the character position that you want to select, then
press the MENU knob.
Setting the shot ID
Example: To input “+”
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
U11 SHOT ID
ID-1 :?
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
TOP
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
+
Turn the MENU knob until the SHOT ID page
appears, and press the MENU knob to select the page.
x
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
INS DEL RET
ESC END
U11 SHOT ID
TOP
ID-1 : ssssssssssss
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
5
6
Repeat step 4 for each of the remaining characters.
When the input is complete, turn the MENU knob to
move the x mark over “END”, then press the MENU
knob.
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the ID
(one of ID-1 to ID-4) you want to set, and press the
MENU knob.
This ends the input, and returns to the original SHOT
ID page.
To insert a space
Proceed as follows.
A character table appears, allowing you to select
characters you want to enter.
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1
2
In step 4 above, move the x mark over “INS”, and
press the MENU knob.
ABNORMAL <!> window
ABNORMAL<!>
xxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxxx
!GAIN
!SHUTTER
WHT PRESET : ON
:
ON
ON
3dB
OFF
W:P
OFF
OFF
1B
:
U11 SHOT ID
TOP
ATW RUN
EXTENDER
!FILTER
:
:
ON
ON
: OFF
ON
ID-1 : CM015
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
OVERRIDE
:
OFF
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
Move the x mark
INS DEL RET
ESC END
over “INS”.
This window allows you to confirm why the ! (warning)
indicator lights.
You can use the '!' LED page of the USER menu to set
whether or not the ! (warning) indicator lights.
Move the x mark over “RET”, then press the MENU
knob.
FUNCTION window
U11 SHOT ID
TOP
ID-1 : CM 015
FUNCTION
ID-2 : ssssssssssss
ID-3 : ssssssssssss
ID-4 : ssssssssssss
Space inserted
FORMAT:
I
ASSIGN<1> ATW <2> OFF
<3> OFF <4> OFF
<T>TURBO
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
ZEBRA :OFF SELECT:
1
10%
DET
DET2 100%
P.CACHE
70%
APT:
INS DEL RET
ESC END
:
OFF: 0SEC
- Actual State ---------
REAR BNC:OFF
To delete a character
knob.
This deletes the character under the x mark in the shot ID
row.
This window allows you to confirm the assigned function
of the ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 switches, ON/OFF of the Loop Rec
function, and ON/OFF of the output of the VIDEO OUT
connector.
To cancel deleting the character, move the x mark over
“RET”, and press the MENU knob.
AUDIO STATUS window
AUDIO STATUS
To cancel entering or changing shot ID
16bit DF F.MIC:MONO
Before executing step 6 of the procedure for setting the
top right of the screen, then press the MENU knob or push
the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch down to ESCAPE.
This cancels all changes, and returns to the SHOT ID page.
CH2:FRONT
CH2:FRONT
CH3:FRONT
CH4:FRONT
1:
2:
3:
4:
6-2-8 Displaying the Status
Confirmation Windows
This window allows you to confirm the following items
related to audio.
• Audio bit rate
• Setting condition of DF/NDF (only for the PDW-510/
530)
• Type of front microphone
You can confirm the settings or status of the camcorder on
the screen by displaying the following three windows.
• ABNORMAL <!> window
• Type of input signal to audio channels 1 to 4
• Input level of audio channels 1 to 4
You can use the SET STATUS page of the USER menu to
set whether or not the status confirmation windows are
displayed.
• FUNCTION window
• AUDIO STATUS window
To display the status confirmation
windows
You can use the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch as the
STATUS ON/SEL / OFF switch when the MENU ON/
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91
OFF switch is set to OFF (when the cover of the menu
operating section is closed, OFF is automatically selected).
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to
display the selected window, then press the MENU
knob.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
By pushing the STATUS ON/SEL
/ OFF switch up to ON/SEL, the
confirmation window appears.
Each time you push this switch up
to ON/SEL, the window switches.
After 10 seconds, the window
disappears automatically.
5
6
To continue setting other windows, repeat steps 3 and
4.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
To make the window disappear
promptly after displaying the
window, push this switch down
to OFF.
6-2-9 Confirming the Image of the
Return Video Signal in the
Viewfinder
To disable display of the status
confirmation windows
Proceed as follows.
You can set whether or not the image of the return video
signal input to the GENLOCK IN connector is displayed in
the viewfinder, using the GENLOCK page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
Proceed as follows.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while holding
down the MENU knob.
Turn the MENU knob until the SET STATUS page
appears, and press the MENU knob to select the page.
The TOP menu appears.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“MAINTENANCE”, then press the MENU knob.
U13 SET STATUS
STATUS ABNORMAL :
STATUS FUNCTION :
STATUS AUDIO
ON
ON
ON
:
If this is the first time the MAINTENANCE menu has
been displayed, the CONTENTS page of the
MAINTENANCE menu appears. If the menu has been
used before, the last accessed page appears.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “GENLOCK”, then press
the MENU knob to display the GENLOCK page.
You can set the following items on the SET STATUS
page.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the GENLOCK page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
Item
ABNORMAL
Description
Selects whether or not the ABNORMAL
window is displayed (ON or OFF).
FUNCTION
Selects whether or not the FUNCTION
window is displayed (ON or OFF).
STATUS AUDIO Selects whether or not the STATUS
AUDIO window is displayed (ON or
OFF).
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However, the image is switched while you are holding
down the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch to which the return video
function is assigned, even if no signal is input to the
GENLOCK IN connector.
M15 MAINTENANCE
TOP
GENLOCK
RETURN VIDEO
:
:
ON
OFF
GL H PHASE
GL SC PHASE
:
:
0
0
GL SC 0/180 SEL :
180
4
Carry out setting operations as follows.
1 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“GENLOCK”, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of “GENLOCK” changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
GENLOCK setting changes to a ? mark.
2 Turn the MENU knob until ”OFF” appears, then
press the MENU knob.
The z mark on the left of “GENLOCK” changes
to a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the
GENLOCK setting changes to a z mark, and the
setting is executed.
3 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“RETURN VIDEO”, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark changes to a z mark and the z mark
changes to a ? mark.
4 Turn the MENU knob until “ON” appears, then
press the MENU knob.
The z mark changes to a b mark and the ? mark
changes to a z mark, and the setting is executed.
5
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
To see the image of the return video signal
on the viewfinder screen
Hold down the RET switch on the lens. The image of the
return video signal input to the GENLOCK IN connector
is displayed on the viewfinder screen while you are
holding down the RET switch.
When the return video function is assigned to the ASSIGN
1/3/4 switch, you can see the image of the return video
signal on the viewfinder screen while you are holding
down the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch even if the RETURN
VIDEO item is set to “OFF” on the GENLOCK page of the
MAINTENANCE menu.
Note
When no signal is input to the GENLOCK IN connector,
the image is not changed even if you hold down the RET
switch on the lens.
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93
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
6-3 Adjustments and
Settings from Menus
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
The camcorder provides menus for adjustments and
settings.
Turn the MENU knob to change the setting, and press
the MENU knob.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
6-3-1 Setting Gain Values for the
GAIN Selector Positions
Before using the camcorder, use the GAIN SW page of the
USER menu to set the gains corresponding to the L, M,
and H positions of the GAIN selector, which switches the
gain of the video amplifier.
Any of –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36, 42 or 48 dB
can be set for each of the L, M, and H positions, in any
sequence.
To set the gain values, proceed as follows.
For TURBO, any of –3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30, 36,
42 or 48 dB can be selected.
To change the gain corresponding to another switch
position, return to step 3.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
5
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Turn the MENU knob until the GAIN SW page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
The menu display disappears, and the current status of
the camcorder is shown along the top and bottom of
the screen.
U08 GAIN SW
TOP
GAIN LOW
GAIN MID
GAIN HIGH
GAIN TURBO
:
:
:
:
0db
9db
18db
42db
TURBO SW IND.
:
OFF
6-3-2 Selecting the Output Signals
The OUTPUT SEL page of the USER menu allows you to
set whether or not the video signal is output from the
VIDEO OUT connector. You can also select the type of
video signals from the VIDEO OUT connector (when the
CBK-SD01 (not supplied) is installed).
You can set the following items on the GAIN SW
page.
To select the output signal, proceed as follows.
Item
GAIN LOW
Description
Sets the gain value corresponding to
the L position of the GAIN selector.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
GAIN MID
Sets the gain value corresponding to
the M position of the GAIN selector.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
GAIN HIGH
Sets the gain value corresponding to
the H position of the GAIN selector.
Turn the MENU knob until the OUTPUT page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
GAIN TURBO
TURBO SW IND
Sets the gain value corresponding to
TURBO GAIN button selection.
U01 OUTPUT
TOP
OFF: When you operate the GAIN
selector after pressing the TURBO
GAIN button once, the video gain is
changed according to the GAIN
selector operation.
LCD BRIGHT <L>
LCD BRIGHT <H>
LCD COLOR
:
:
:
0
0
0
iLINK SBP2 MODE: DSABL
REAR BNC OUT SEL: OFF
ON: When the video gain is boosted to
the video gain to the value preset by
pressing the TURBO GAIN button
once, the video gain is not changed
even if you operate the GAIN selector,
until you press the TURBO GAIN
button once more.
You can set the following items on the OUTPUT SEL
page.
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6-3 Adjustments and Settings from Menus
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to WHITE, and press the
MENU knob to display the WHITE page.
Item
Description
LCD BRIGHT <L> Adjusts the LCD brightness when the
LCD switch is in the L position.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the WHITE page appears, and press the MENU
knob to select the page.
LCD BRIGHT <H> Adjusts the LCD brightness when the
LCD switch is in the H position.
LCD COLOR
Adjusts the color saturation of the LCD.
i.LINK SBP2
MODE
Selects whether or not to use the
i.LINK connector SBP2 interface.
P02 WHITE
COLOR TEMP
COLOR FINE
R GAIN
B GAIN
D5600K
COLOR TEMP
COLOR FINE
R GAIN
B GAIN
D5600K
<A>:
<A>:
<A>:
<A>:
<A>:
<B>:
<B>:
<B>:
<B>:
:
3200
0
0
0
REAR BNC OUT
SEL
Selects the type of the video signal to
be output from the VIDEO OUT
connector.
OFF
3200
0
0
0
OFF
SDI : Outputs the SDI signal. When
SDI is selected, connect the
VIDEO OUT connector to the SDI
IN connector of the video monitor.
VBS: Outputs the analog composite
video signal. When VBS is
selected, connector the VIDEO
OUT connector to the VIDEO IN
connector of the video monitor.
This setting allows you to save the
power.
Item
Description
COLOR TEMP
<A>
Sets the color temperature for the
desired value. Adjust the value while
looking at the real image because error
tends to be bigger for adjustment of
high color temperature.
3
4
5
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “REAR
COLOR FINE <A> Adjusts the value more precisely when
the color temperature adjustment
through COLOR TEMP is not
BNC OUT SEL”, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of “REAR BNC OUT SEL”
changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
satisfactory.
R GAIN <A>
B GAIN <A>
D5600K
Only the value of R GAIN is changed.
Only the value of B GAIN is changed.
Turn the MENU knob to change the desired setting,
and press the MENU knob.
Sets the color temperature to
approximately 5600 K.
The above table shows the adjustment of the white
balance of channel A.
Items followed by “<B>” are used to adjust the white
balance of channel B.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
4
5
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
6-3-3 Setting the Color Temperature
Manually
Turn the MENU knob to change the setting, and press
the MENU knob.
You can adjust the value of the white balance manually by
setting the color temperature.
Proceed as follows.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
1
2
Holding down the MENU knob, move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from OFF to ON.
To set other items, go back to step 3.
The TOP menu appears.
6
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“PAINT”, and press the MENU knob.
If this is the first time the PAINT menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page appears. If the menu
has been used before, the last accessed page appears.
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95
Item
Description
6-3-4 Specifying an Offset for the
Auto White Balance Setting
WARM-COOL <B> Sets the offset for the white balance of
channel B, using the color
temperature. Adjust the value while
looking at the real image because
error tends to be bigger for adjustment
of high color temperature.
By setting an offset for the value of auto white balance,
you can make the picture warmer or colder.
The OFFSET WHT page of the OPERATION menu
allows you to do this setting.
COLOR FINE <B> Adjusts the value more precisely if the
adjustment by WARM-COOL <B> is
not satisfactory.
Proceed as follows.
1
2
Holding down the MENU knob, move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from OFF to ON.
4
Set the WHITE BAL switch to the position
corresponding to the desired channel (A or B).
The TOP menu appears.
Note
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“OPERATION”, and press the MENU knob.
If the WHITE BAL switch is not set to A or B when
you operate the camcorder, the adjustment value will
not be reflected in the output signal.
If this is the first time the OPERATION menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page appears. If the menu
has been used before, the last accessed page appears.
5
6
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “OFFSET WHITE”, and
press the MENU knob to display the OFFSET WHITE
page.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
Turn the MENU knob to change the setting, and press
the MENU knob.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the OFFSET WHITE page appears, and press the
MENU knob to select the page.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
P17 OFFSET WHT
TOP
OFFSET WHITE <A>:
WARM COOL
COLOR FINE
OFF
3200
0
<A>:
<A>:
To set other items, go back to step 3.
To set the other white balance channel, go back to step
2.
OFFSET WHITE <B>:
WARM COOL <B>:
COLOR FINE <B>:
OFF
3200
0
7
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
The WHITE page contains the following items.
Item
OFFSET WHITE
<A>
Description
6-3-5 Assigning Functions to
ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 Switches
Turns the setting of the offset for
channel A ON or OFF. ON: Adds the
offset adjusted on this page to the
white balance.
You can assign the desired function to any of the ASSIGN
1/2/3/4 switches and the TURBO GAIN button.
Proceed as follows.
WARM-COOL <A> Sets the offset for the white balance of
channel A, using the color
temperature. Adjust the value while
looking at the real image because
error tends to be bigger for adjustment
of high color temperature.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
COLOR FINE <A> Adjusts the value more precisely if the
adjustment by WARM-COOL <A> is
not satisfactry.
Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select to page.
OFFSET WHITE
<B>
Turns the setting of the offset for
channel B ON or OFF. ON: Adds the
offset adjusted on this page to the
white balance.
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6-3 Adjustments and Settings from Menus
Function
Description
U03 FUNCTION1
TOP
ATW
Assigns the ON/OFF function of auto-
tracing white balance.
ASSIGN SW <1>
ASSIGN SW <2>
ASSIGN SW <3>
ASSIGN SW <4>
TURBO SW
:
:
:
:
:
:
:
ATW
OFF
OFF
RETURN VIDEO Assigns the ON/OFF function to display
the image of the return video signal on
OFF
TURBO
DF
OFF
DF/NDF
CACHE/INTVAL
2)
the viewfinder to the switch.
LENS RET
Assigns the same function as that of the
RET switch on the lens to the switch.
REC SWITCH
Assigns the VTR S/S (start/stop) function
to the switch.
The FUNCTION 1 page contains the following items.
TURBO
SWITCH
Assigns the turbo gain function to the
switch.
Item
Description
ASSIGN SW 1
ASSIGN SW 2
ASSIGN SW 3
ASSIGN SW 4
Assigns the function to ASSIGN 1
(push-type) switch.
ZEBRA
Assigns the zebra pattern display
function to the switch.
Assigns the function to ASSIGN 2
(slide-type) switch.
FREEZE MIX
Outputs the freeze image and camera
input alternately, to allow frame alignment
(automatic switching).
Assigns the function to ASSIGN 3
(push-type) switch.
FREEZE MIX
(Manual)
Outputs the freeze image and camera
input alternately, to allow frame alignment
(manual switching).
Assigns the function to ASSIGN 4
(push-type) switch.
D5600
Applies an electrical 5600 K filter.
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
corresponding to the switch to which you want to
assign the function, and press the MENU knob.
ZOOM TELE/
When using a serial lens, assign the
ZOOM TELE setting to ASSIGN 3, and
the WIDE setting to ASSIGN 4.
3)
WIDE
The corresponding ASSIGN SW SEL window
appears.
ZOOM WIDE/
TELE
When using a serial lens, assign the
ZOOM WIDE setting to ASSIGN 3, and
the TELE setting to ASSIGN 4.
3)
ASSIGN <1/3/4> SEL window
4)
Assigns the items assigned in the
ASSIGN SEL menu.
UA01 to UA10
ASSIGN SW1 SEL ESC
OFF
PICTURE CACHE ON/OFF
TEST OUT CHARACTER
MARKER
RE-TAKE
ATW
RETURN VIDEO
LENS RET
REC SWITCH
TURBO SWITCH
1) Even when the MARKER item is set to “OFF” on the MARKER page of
the USER menu, the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch allows you to display or not to
display all markers.
2) Even if the RETURN VIDEO item is set to “OFF” on the GENLOCK page
of the MAINTENANCE menu, you can use this switch to display the
image of the return video signal on the viewfinder.
3) Only the Assign 3SEL and Assign 4 SEL screens appear.
4) This does not appear if nothing is assigned in the Assign menu.
ASSIGN <2> SEL window
Functions to be assigned to the ASSIGN 2 (slide-
type) switch
ASSIGN SW2 SEL ESC
OFF
PICTURE CACHE ON/OFF
TEST OUT CHARACTER
MARKER
Function
Content
ZEBRA
FREEZE MIX
FREEZE MIX(Manual)
D5600
EXT REC CONTROL
OFF
Disables the switch.
TEST OUT
CHARACTER
Assigns the function to switch whether or
not the characters are mixed to the video
signal to be output from the TEST OUT
connector.
Functions to be assigned to the ASSIGN 1/3/4
(push-type) switch
MARKER
Assigns the ON/OFF function to display
all markers.
1)
ZEBRA
D5600
Assigns the zebra pattern display
function to the switch.
Function
OFF
Description
Disables the switch.
Applies an electrical 5600 K filter.
TEST OUT
CHARACTER
Assigns the function to switch whether or
not text is superimposed on the video
signal to be output from the TEST OUT
connector.
EXT REC
CONTROL
Selects whether or not recording control
of external devices connected through
the i.LINK connector or the CCZ
connector (26-pin) of a CA-702 is
possible.
MARKER
Assigns the ON/OFF function to display
1)
all markers.
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97
Function
Content
6-3-6 Setting the Date/Time of the
Internal Clock
REC VIDEO
SOURCE
Selects which signals you will record
pictures being shot by the camcorder or
video signals from external equipment
connected to GENLOCK IN connector.
2)
You can set or change the date and time of the internal
clock. The date and time set are reflected in the time code.
Proceed as follows.
3)
Assigns the items assigned in the
ASSIGN SEL menu.
UA01 to UA10
1) Even when the MARKER item is set to “OFF” on the MARKER page of
the USER menu, the ASSIGN 2 switch allows you to display or not to
display all markers.
1
Holding down the MENU knob, move the MENU ON/
OFF switch from OFF to ON.
2) When the CBK-SC01 is not installed, this item does not appears since this
function is not effective.
The TOP menu appears.
3) This does not appear if nothing is assigned in the Assign menu.
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“DIAGNOSIS”, and press the MENU knob.
Note
For functions that are assigned to the ASSIGN 2
switch, you cannot change those settings using other
menus. The function assigned to ASSIGN 2 switch
takes precedence over the menu setting.
If this is the first time the DIAGNOSIS menu has been
displayed, the CONTENTS page appears. If the menu
has been used before, the last accessed page appears.
3
If the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU
knob to move the b mark to “TIME/DATE”, and press
the MENU knob to display the TIME/DATE page.
4
5
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark changes to a z mark, and the z mark by
the setting changes to a ? mark.
If a different page is displayed, turn the MENU knob
until the TIME/DATE page appears, then press the
MENU knob to select the page.
Turn the MENU knob to switch to the desired setting,
and press the MENU knob.
04 TIME/DATE
ADJUST
:
EXEC
The z mark changes to back a b mark, and the ? mark
by the setting changes back to a z mark, confirming
the setting.
HOUR
MIN
SEC
:
:
:
12
55
58
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
:
:
:
00
07
31
6
To continue with other settings, repeat steps 3 and 4.
To return to the FUNCTION 1 page
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “ESC” at the
right top of the window and press the MENU knob.
Alternatively, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch
down to the ESCAPE side.
The b mark is placed at “ADJUST”.
4
Press the MENU knob.
The TIME ADJUST setting window appears.
To end the menu operation
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or close the cover
of the menu operating section.
TIME ADJUST ESC
HOUR
MIN
SEC
:
:
:
12
55
58
Operation of the ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 when UA01 to
UA10 are assigned
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
:
:
:
00
07
31
When an on/off switchable function (or menu item) is
assigned to one of the ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 switches, each time
the switch is pressed toggles the function on or off.
When another type of menu item is assigned, pressing the
switch displays the item and its setting value on the screen.
You can then change the setting by pressing and turning
the MENU knob.
OK
This window contains the following items.
Item
HOUR
Description
The viewfinder display disappears approximately three
seconds after the last operation.
Sets the hour value.
Sets the minutes value.
Sets the seconds value.
Sets the year.
MIN
SEC
YEAR
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Item
Description
U15 LENS FILE
LENS FILE SELECT:
F.ID :
TOP
1
MONTH
DAY
Sets the month.
Sets the day.
5
6
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the item
you want to set, and press MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to LENS
FILE SELECT, and press the MENU knob.
Turn the MENU knob to display the desired value, and
press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
The z mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a b mark and the ? mark on the left of the setting
changes to a z mark.
Turn the MENU knob until the lens file No. in use
appears, then press the MENU knob.
7
8
To continue the remaining settings, repeat steps 5 and
6.
The z mark changes to a b mark and the ? mark on the
left of the lens No. changes to a z mark.
When you finish settings, turn the MENU knob to
move the b mark to “OK”, then press the MENU knob.
If you do not want to use a lens file
Select NO OFFSET.
The internal clock is set with the date and time set in
steps 5 to 7. The TIME/DATE page of the
DIAGNOSIS menu appears again. The time set on the
TIME ADJUST setting window is displayed.
5
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
To cancel the setting
Before executing step 8, move the b mark to “ESC” at the
top right of the window and press the MENU knob.
Alternatively, push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch
down to the ESCAPE side.
6-3-8 Selecting the Aspect Ratio
The FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu allows you
to select the aspect ratio of the video output signal.
All settings or changes are discarded and the TIME/DATE
page of the DIAGNOSIS menu appears.
Note
When the CA-701/702/702P camera adaptor is used with
the camcorder, this function is not available. To select the
aspect ratio, disconnect the CA-701/702/702P camera
adaptor from the camcorder or turn off the power of the
CA-701/702/702P camera adaptor.
6-3-7 Selecting the Lens File
Note
When using a serial lens, lens file selection is not possible.
1
2
Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in
Balance Setting” on page 96 to display the FORMAT
page of the OPERATION menu.
The LENS FILE page of the USER menu allows you to
change the lens file according to the lens in use.
Proceed as follows.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
20 FORMAT
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
16:9/4:3 SELECT :
16:9
I
SCAN MODE
:
:
Turn the MENU knob until the LENS FILE page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
UC/J SELECT
UC
The LENS FILE page shows the name and the f-stop
(iris setting) of the lens currently selected.
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “16:9/4:3
SELECT”, and press MENU knob.
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99
The b mark on the left of the selected item changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
6-3-9 Setting the CCD Scan Mode
Since the camcorder has CCDs that use an “all pixels read-
out method,” a progressive scan mode is also available in
addition to the conventional interlace scan mode.
You can select either of the following modes using the
FORMAT page of the OPERATION menu.
• I (interlace scan) mode
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to display the desired aspect
ratio, and press the MENU knob.
The z mark changes to a b mark and the ? mark on the
left of the aspect ratio changes to a z mark.
• PsF (progressive scan) mode
Installing the CBK-FC01 allows you to select the 24P
mode.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Each mode is described below using timing charts.
To display the aspect ratio of 16:9/4:3 on the
viewfinder screen
I (interlace scan) mode
By setting the “DISP 16:9/4:3 ID” item on the VF DISP 2
page of the USER menu to “ON”, “16:9” or “4:3” appears
on the viewfinder screen when the aspect ratio of 16:9 is
selected.
CCD output
Video output signal
For details, see 6-2-2 “Selecting the Display Items” on
O: Odd
E: Even
To display “16:9” in color bars
By setting the “SHOT 16:9 ID” on the SHOT DISP page
of the USER menu to ON, you can record a “16:9” mode
indicator superimposed on the color bars.
Interlace scan mode timing chart
The video signal of an odd scanning line and that of an
even scanning line are output from the CCD alternately.
Thus, the timing of the odd-field video signal and even-
field video signal are different.
For details, see 6-2-6 “Recording Shot Data
PsF (progressive scan) mode
CCD output
Video output signal
Color bars (SMPTE type)
O: Odd
E: Even
Progressive scan mode timing chart
The video signal of an odd scanning line and that of an
even scanning line are output from the CCD at the same
time. Then they are sent to the memory and separated into
odd-field and even-field scanning lines. Thus the timing of
an odd-field video signal and an even-field video signal are
the same.
Color bars (EBU type)
16:9 mode indicator on the color bar display
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6-3 Adjustments and Settings from Menus
Setting the CCD scan mode to the
progressive scan mode
The scan mode of the camcorder has been set to the
interlace scan mode at the factory. The FORMAT page of
the OPERATION menu allows you to change the CCD
scan mode to the progressive scan mode.
6-4 Resetting USER
Menu Settings to the
Standard Settings
1
Follow the procedures given in steps 1 to 3 described
Balance Setting” on page 96, to display the FORMAT
page of the OPERATION menu.
You can return all settings in the USER menu to the
standard settings. It is also possible to change the standard
settings from their factory default values.
For details on how to change the factory settings, refer to
the Maintenance Manual.
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “SCAN
MODE”, and press the MENU knob.
To reset all settings to the standard settings, proceed as
follows.
The b mark on the left of “SCAN MODE” changes to
a z mark and the z mark on the left of the setting
changes to a ? mark.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
19 FORMAT
The last accessed menu appears on the screen.
16:9/4:3 SELECT :
16:9
I
SCAN MODE
:?
Turn the MENU knob until the USER FILE page
appears, and press the MENU knob.
UC/J SELECT
:
UC
U16 USER FILE
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
3
Turn the MENU knob to display “PsF”, and press the
MENU knob.
F.ID : sssssssssssssssss
USER PRESET EXEC
:
The z mark changes to a b mark and the ? mark on the
left of the SCAN MODE changes to a z mark.
USER FILE page
19 FORMAT
16:9/4:3 SELECT :
16:9
PsF
UC
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “USER
SCAN MODE
:
:
PRESET”, and press the MENU knob.
UC/J SELECT
The message “LOAD OK? YES b NO” appears.
U16 USER FILE
LOAD OK?
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
YES NO
: EXEC
4
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
:
EXEC
F.ID : sssssssssssssssss
USER PRESET EXEC
:
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to”YES”,
and press the MENU knob.
The settings for all items in the USER menu are reset
to the standard settings.
6-4 Resetting USER Menu Settings to the Standard Settings
101
102
6-4 Resetting USER Menu Settings to the Standard Settings
Saving and Loading User
Setting Data
7
Chapter
Inserting the “Memory Stick”
Proceed as follows.
7-1 Saving and Loading
User Files to and
from a “Memory
Stick”
1
Open the cover of the menu operating section.
The “Memory Stick” slot is now visible.
The camcorder is equipped with a “Memory Stick” drive,
which enables you to save user files, scene files, lens files,
reference files and “ALL” files. You can load these files
from the “Memory Stick” for immediate recall of a
particular setting configuration.
When a menu page is displayed, you can set up the
camcorder so that inserting a “Memory Stick”
automatically jumps to the appropriate file-related menu
page.
2
Hold the “Memory Stick” with the notch facing
downward and the arrow facing away from you, and
insert the “Memory Stick” into the “Memory Stick”
slot until it clicks into place. Then close the cover.
For details about scene files, see 7-2 “Saving and Loading
For details about lens files, reference files and “ALL”
files, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
For details of the function for jumping to the appropriate
file-related menu page, see 7-3 “Jumping to a File-Related
112.
“Memory Sticks” usable with this
camcorder
“Memory Stick”
With this camcorder, you can use “Memory Sticks” whose
capacity does not exceed 128 MB.
Inserting the “Memory Stick”
Note
For details, see “About a “Memory Stick”” on page 161.
If it does not fit into the slot properly or if there is some
resistance when you insert it, the “Memory Stick” may be
turned around or upside down. Do not force the “Memory
Stick” into the slot. Confirm the direction of the notch and
arrow on the “Memory Stick” before inserting the
“Memory Stick”, and then try inserting it again.
7-1-1 Handling the “Memory Stick”
The “Memory Stick” can be inserted to or removed from
the camcorder with the power turned on or off.
7-1 Saving and Loading User Files to and from a “Memory Stick”
103
• When storing and carrying the “Memory Stick”, keep it
in its original case to ensure protection of important data.
• When carrying the camcorder with the “Memory Stick”
inserted, close the cover of the menu operating section.
• Avoid removing the “Memory Stick” from the insertion
slot while the access indicator is lit.
Removing the “Memory Stick”
Check that the access indicator is not lit, then gently press
in the “Memory Stick” and release. It pops out, and you
can withdraw it from the slot.
• Do not format the “Memory Stick” using a PC.
For formatting the “Memory Stick”, see the description
of the MEMORY STICK page of the FILE menu on
Check that the access
indicator is not lit
7-1-2 Saving User Menu Data to the
“Memory Stick”
Gently press in
Removing the “Memory Stick”
You can save USER menu settings held in the camcorder
as user files in the “Memory Stick”.
You can save up to 100 user files in the “Memory Stick”.
Insert the “Memory Stick”, then proceed as follows.
Note
Do not remove the “Memory Stick” while the access
indicator is lit. You may lose data, or damage the “Memory
Stick”.
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
Protecting saved data
To prevent accidental erasure of important setup data, use
the LOCK switch on the “Memory Stick”.
Slide the switch right to the write protect position. It is now
impossible to write or delete data on the “Memory Stick”.
Turn the MENU knob until the USER FILE page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
U15 USER FILE
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
F.ID : sssssssssssssssss
USER PRESET
:
EXEC
LOCK switch on the “Memory Stick”
If you want to set a file ID for the data to be saved
Set the file ID before going to step 3.
Notes on using and storing the “Memory
Stick”
• Avoid touching the connector of the “Memory Stick” or
contacting it with a metal object.
• When attaching a label to the “Memory Stick”, use only
the label supplied for the “Memory Stick”.
• Do not drop, bend, or submit the “Memory Stick” to
external shock.
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to USER
FILE SAVE, and press the MENU knob.
The P00 USER SAVE page appears.
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick”.
• Avoid getting liquids on the “Memory Stick”.
• Avoid using or storing the “Memory Stick” in a location
subject to:
- extremely high temperature such as the hot inside of a
car or the outdoors exposed to a burning sun, or a place
near a heater.
?P00 USER SAVE
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
:
001.NEW FILE
002.NEW FILE
003.NEW FILE
004.NEW FILE
005.NEW FILE
- direct sunlight
- high humidity
- excessive dust
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7-1 Saving and Loading User Files to and from a “Memory Stick”
When a ? appears on the left of “P00” at the top left of
the page, you can change the page. Up to 20 pages,
from P00 to P19, can be used to save user files in the
“Memory Stick”. Each page can hold up to 5 files.
For details, see “Selecting the display contents” on
7
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
4
5
Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains
the desired file number appears, and press the MENU
knob.
The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and
the display indicating the current status of the
camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the
screen.
P00 USER SAVE
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
:
USER menu settings to be saved in the “Memory
Stick”
Settings for items on all pages of the USER menu are
saved in the “Memory Stick” as a user file. However, you
can select the items which are not to be saved in the
“Memory Stick”.
001.NEW FILE
002.NEW FILE
003.NEW FILE
004.NEW FILE
005.NEW FILE
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number, and press the MENU knob.
For details, refer to the Maintenance Manual.
If data cannot be saved
If one of the following error messages appears during or
after the save operation, then the data was not saved.
The message “SAVE OK? YES b NO” appears, and
the access indicator lights.
Data save error messages
P00 USER SAVE
SAVE OK?
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
When a file number is
shown as "NEW FILE",
this means that the file
is empty. When data is
stored in a file number,
the file name appears.
YES NO
:
Error message
Cause
Action
001.NEW FILE
002.NEW FILE
003.NEW FILE
004.NEW FILE
005.NEW FILE
NO MEMORY
No “Memory
Insert or reinsert the
STICK (flashing) Stick” is inserted. “Memory Stick”.
MEMORY STICK The LOCK
Set the LOCK switch
to the write enable
position.
LOCKED
switch on the
“Memory Stick”
is set to the write
protect position.
6
To carry out the save, move the b mark to “YES” and
press the MENU knob.
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b mark
pointing to “NO”.
MEMORY STICK Circuit or
Check the circuitry, or
replace the “Memory
Stick” .
ERROR
“Memory Stick”
fault.
(flashing)
When the saving is completed, the message
“COMPLETE” appears and the access indicator goes
off.
Setting the file ID
Before data is saved to a “Memory Stick”, it is useful to set
a file ID for the “Memory Stick” to identify it.
When data is saved to a “Memory Stick”, the file ID is
saved to the “Memory Stick” together with the data.
If no “Memory Stick” has been inserted, the message
“NO MEMORY STICK” will appear. Insert a
“Memory Stick”.
Note
If you select a file number where data has already
been saved
The message “OVERWRITE OK? YES b NO”
appears. In this case, the b mark appears on the left of
“NO”, which is flashing.
Set the file ID before saving data in the “Memory Stick”.
Otherwise, the file ID is not saved with the other data.
To set the file ID, proceed as follows.
• To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob.
• To overwrite, move the b mark to “YES” and press
the MENU knob.
1
On the USER FILE page, turn the MENU knob to
move the b mark to “F. ID”.
You can select the information displayed on each
USER SAVE or USER LOAD page.
7-1 Saving and Loading User Files to and from a “Memory Stick”
105
2
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark until the
desired type of the display contents (see the following
table) appears, then press the MENU knob.
U16 USER FILE
TOP
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
F.ID : sssssssssssssssss
USER PRESET
:
EXEC
P00 USER LOAD
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
:
F.ID
001.USER1
002.USER2
003.NO FILE
004.USER4
005.USER5
2
Press the MENU knob.
A character table appears, allowing you to select
characters you want to enter.
Display type Description
U16 USER FILE
TOP
ALL
File ID (10 characters) and date ((month/
day/year) for PDW-510/530 and (day/month/
year) for PDW-510P/530P)
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
F.ID :?
x
F.ID
File ID (16 characters)
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
DATE
Saved date (year/month/day/hours/minutes/
seconds)
INS DEL RET
ESC END
MODEL
Information on the model
3
4
2-7 “Setting the Shot ID” on page 90 to enter the file
ID.
7-1-3 Loading saved data from a
“Memory Stick”
When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU
knob to move the x mark to “END”, then press the
MENU knob.
Note
The data loaded from the “Memory Stick” overwrites the
data saved in the camcorder.
The entered file ID is now displayed.
Proceed as follows.
13 USER FILE
TOP
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
1
2
Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON.
F.ID : sssssssssssssssss
USER PRESET EXEC
The last accessed menu page appears on the screen.
:
Turn the MENU knob until the USER FILE page
appears, then press the MENU knob. Alternatively,
select “USER FILE” on the CONTENTS page.
File ID set in step 3
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “USER
FILE LOAD”, and press the MENU knob.
Carry out the procedure from step 3 in 7-1-2 “Saving
The P00 USER LOAD page appears.
The set file ID is saved in the “Memory Stick” with the
data.
?P00 USER LOAD
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
:
001.USER1
002.USER2
003.NO FILE
004.USER4
005.USER5
JAN/01/04
JAN/15/04
Selecting the display contents
You can select the contents of the file to be displayed on
the USER SAVE page and USER LOAD page.
Proceed as follows.
FEB/05/04
FEB/20/04
1
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to
“DISPLAY MODE”, and press the MENU knob.
Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains
the desired file number appears, then press the MENU
knob.
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7-1 Saving and Loading User Files to and from a “Memory Stick”
P00 USER LOAD
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
7-2 Saving and Loading
Scene Files
:
001.USER1
002.USER2
003.NO FILE
004.USER4
005.USER5
JAN/01/04
JAN/15/04
FEB/05/04
FEB/20/04
You can save various settings for shooting a particular
scene as a scene file. Loading the scene file, you can
quickly recreate setup conditions suitable for the scene.
You can save up to five scene files in the camcorder
memory and up to 100 scene files in a “Memory Stick”.
You can also load data from the “Memory Stick” into the
camcorder memory.
5
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number to be loaded, and press the MENU
knob.
The message “LOAD OK? YES b NO” appears and
the access indicator lights.
Data that can be saved in a scene file
You can save the following data in a scene file:
• Values adjusted using the PAINT menu
P00 USER LOAD
LOAD OK?
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
YES NO
:
001.USER1
002.USER2
003.NO FILE
004.USER4
005.USER5
JAN/01/04
JAN/15/04
For details of the PAINT menu, refer to the Maintenance
Manual.
FEB/05/04
FEB/20/04
• Shutter speed settings made in the standard mode and
ECS mode
• The white balance data included in a scene file depends
on the SCENE WHITE DATA setting on the
REFERENCE page of the FILE menu.
6
7
To carry out the load, move the b mark to “YES” and
press the MENU knob.
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b mark
pointing to “NO”.
When the load is completed, the message
“COMPLETE” appears and the access indicator goes
off.
7-2-1 Saving a Scene File
The USER FILE page appears again.
Proceed as follows to save a scene file in the camcorder
memory or the “Memory Stick”.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Note
To save a scene file in the “Memory Stick”, insert the
“Memory Stick” before starting the operation.
If data cannot be loaded
If one of the following error messages appears during or
after the load operation, then the data was not loaded.
1
2
In the TOP menu, select the FILE menu.
Data load error messages
Turn the MENU knob until the SCENE FILE page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
Alternatively, select “SCENE FILE” on the
Error message
Cause
Action
NO MEMORY
No “Memory
Insert or reinsert the
STICK (flashing) Stick” is inserted. “Memory Stick”.
CONTENTS page to display the SCENE FILE page.
MEMORY STICK Circuit or
Recheck, and
consult your Sony
representative.
ERROR
“Memory Stick”
fault.
04 SCENE FILE
TOP
(flashing)
s
s
s
s
s
s
1
2
3
4
5
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
FILE ERROR
(flashing)
The “Memory
Stick” contains
data that cannot
be loaded into this
camcorder.
Do not try to load
data saved from
another camcorder.
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID:
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
7-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files
107
If you want to set a file ID for the data to be saved
Set the file ID before going to step 3.
P01 SCENE STORE
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
:
For details on setting the file ID, see “Setting the file
001.SCENE1
FEB/05/02
002.STANDARD
003.STANDARD
004.STANDARD
005.STANDARD
3
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “SCENE
STORE”, and press the MENU knob.
***.5FILE SAVE
MEM1-5
2 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number, and press the MENU knob.
The message “STORE OK? YES b NO” appears.
F04 SCENE FILE
TOP
s
s
s
s
s
s
1
2
3
4
5
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
STANDARD
P01 SCENE STORE
STORE OK?
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
YES NO
:
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID:
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
001.SCENE1
FEB/05/02
002.STANDARD
003.STANDARD
004.STANDARD
005.STANDARD
If no “Memory Stick” has been inserted, the SCENE
STORE page appears.
***.5FILE SAVE
MEM1-5
?P00 SCENE STORE
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
3 To carry out the storing, move the b mark to
“YES” and press the MENU knob.
:
MEM-01:STANDARD
MEM-02:STANDARD
MEM-03:STANDARD
MEM-04:STANDARD
MEM-05:STANDARD
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b
mark pointing to “NO”.
You can select the contents of the user file to be
displayed on the page.
4
Select the desired file number.
For details, see “Selecting the display contents” on
When no “Memory Stick” has been inserted
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number, and press the MENU knob.
When the save is completed, the SCENE FILE page
appears again.
5
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
To return to the SCENE FILE page
After the message “COMPLETE” is displayed, move
the b mark to “ESC” at the top right of the page by
turning the MENU knob, then press the MENU knob.
When you select a file number where data has
already been saved
The message “OVERWRITE OK? YES b NO”
appears. In this case, the b mark is placed on the left
of “NO”.
• To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob.
• To overwrite, move the b mark to “YES” and press
the MENU knob.
White balance setting data to be saved in
the scene file
The white balance setting data to be saved in the scene file
depends on the setting of the SCENE WHITE DATA item
on the REFERENCE page of the FILE menu.
When a “Memory Stick” has been inserted
You can use up to 20 pages, from P01 to P20, to save
scene files in the “Memory Stick”. Each page can hold
up to 5 files.
F05 REFERENCE
REFERENCE STORE :
REFERENCE CLEAR :
EXEC
EXEC
REFERENCE LOAD
REFERENCE SAVE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
F.ID: sssssssssssssssss
1 Turn the MENU knob until the page which
contains the desired file number appears, then press
the MENU knob.
SCENE WHITE DATA: OFF
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7-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files
When SCENE WHITE DATA is set to ON
5
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
The white balance setting data selected when you save the
scene file is saved. For example, when the WHITE BAL
switch is set to A, the adjusted values in memory A are
saved in the scene file, and when the WHITE BAL switch
is set to PRST, the preset value is saved.
Note
If files have been saved in the page selected in step 2, those
files are replaced with files loaded from the camcorder
memory. For example, files from 001 to 005 are replaced.
When SCENE WHITE DATA is set to OFF
White balance setting data is not stored in the scene file.
Setting the file ID
Before the data is saved as a scene file, it is useful to set a
file ID to identify it. The set file ID is saved together with
the data.
Saving scene files from the camcorder
memory to the “Memory Stick”
You can save five scene files from the camcorder to the
“Memory Stick” in a single operation.
Proceed as follows.
To set the file ID, proceed as follows.
1
On the SCENE FILE page, turn the MENU knob to
move the b mark to “F. ID”.
1
2
After displaying the SCENE FILE page (see page 107)
turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “SCENE
STORE” on the SCENE FILE page, then press the
MENU knob.
F04 SCENE FILE
TOP
s
s
s
s
s
s
1
2
3
4
5
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
One of the SCENE STORE pages appears.
Turn the MENU knob until the desired SCENE
STORE page appears, then press the MENU knob.
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID:
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
P01 SCENE STORE
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
:
2
Press the MENU knob.
001.SCENE1
002.SCENE2
003.NO FILE
004.SCENE4
005.SCENE5
FEB/05/02
FEB/06/02
A character table appears, allowing you to select
characters you want to enter.
FEB/08/02
FEB/08/02
***.5FILE SAVE
MEM1-5
U16 USER FILE
TOP
$%&'()*+,-./0123456789:
;<=>?@ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQR
STUVWXYZ[\]_
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “5FILE
INS DEL RET
ESC END
SAVE B MEM1-5”, and press the MENU knob.
s
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
The message “SAVE OK? YES b NO” appears.
F.ID:
x
P01 SCENE STORE
SAVE OK?
DISPLAY MODE
ESC
ALL
YES NO
:
3
4
Carry out the operations for steps 4 and 5 described in
6-2-7 “Setting the Shot ID” on page 90 to enter the file
ID.
001.SCENE1
002.SCENE2
003.NO FILE
004.SCENE4
005.SCENE5
***.5FILE SAVE
MEM1-5
Note
Set the file ID before saving the scene file in the
“Memory Stick” or the camcorder memory.
Otherwise, the file ID is not saved with the other data.
To carry out the save, move the b mark to “YES” and
press the MENU knob.
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b mark
pointing to “NO”.
When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU
knob to move the x mark to “END”, then press the
MENU knob.
When the save is completed, the message
“COMPLETE” appears.
The SCENE FILE page appears again.
7-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files
109
The camcorder returns to the settings before selecting
this scene file.
04 SCENE FILE
TOP
s
s
s
s
s
s
1
2
3
4
5
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
:STANDARD
To load a scene file saved in the “Memory Stick”
Proceed as follows.
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID: SCENE21
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
1 On the SCENE FILE page, turn the MENU knob to
move the b mark to “SCENE RECALL”, and press
the MENU knob.
The P00 SCENE RECALL page appears.
?P00 SCENE RECALL
ESC
The set file ID is saved together with the data.
DISPLAY MODE
:
F.ID
MEM<1>:STANDARD
MEM<2>:STANDARD
MEM<3>:STANDARD
MEM<4>:STANDARD
MEM<5>:NO FILE
Selecting the display contents
You can select the items of file information to be displayed
on the SCENE STORE pages (P01 to P20) or the SCENE
RECALL pages (P01 to P20) used for saving data to or
loading data from a “Memory Stick”.
2 Turn the MENU knob until the page which
contains the desired file number appears, then press
the MENU knob.
7-2-2 Loading Scene Files
3 Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number, and press the MENU knob.
Proceed as follows.
The message “RECALL OK? YES bNO”
1
2
In the TOP menu, select the FILE menu.
appears.
Turn the MENU knob until the SCENE FILE page
appears, then press the MENU knob to select the page.
Alternatively, on the CONTENTS page select
“SCENE FILE”, and press the MENU knob to display
the SCENE FILE page.
P01 SCENE RECALL
RECALL OK? YES NO
ESC
ALL
DISPLAY MODE
:
001.SCENE1
002.SCENE2
003.NO FILE
004.SCENE4
005.SCENE5
3
Load the scene file.
***.5FILE LOAD
MEM1-5
To load the scene file stored in the camcorder
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to the
desired file number, and press the MENU knob.
The s which is displayed on the left of the file number
changes to x.
4
5
To carry out the recall, move the b mark to “YES” and
press the MENU knob.
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b mark
pointing to “NO”.
The camcorder is set up according to the loaded scene
file.
When the loading is completed, the message
“COMPLETE” appears. The camcorder is set up
according to the loaded scene file.
04 SCENE FILE
TOP
s
x
s
s
s
s
1
2
3
4
5
:SCENE 25
:SCENE 26
:SCENE 27
:SCENE 28
:NO FILE
If no file is present with a particular file number, this
is shown as “NO FILE”.
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID: SCENE21
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
To cancel the selected scene file
Move the b mark to x, and press the MENU knob. x
changes to s.
110
7-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files
Loading scene files from a “Memory Stick”
into the camcorder memory
You can load up to five scene files stored in the “Memory
Stick” into the camcorder memory in a single operation.
7-2-3 Resetting the Settings of the
Camcorder to the Standard
Settings Saved in the
Reference File
1
After displaying the SCENE FILE page (see page
“SCENE RECALL”, and press the MENU knob.
You can reset the settings of the camcorder to the settings
saved in the reference file (standard settings).
For details about the items in the reference file, refer to the
Maintenance Manual.
A SCENE RECALL page appears.
2
3
Turn the MENU knob until the SCENE RECALL
page which contains the desired scene files appears,
then press the MENU knob.
On the SCENE FILE page, turn the MENU knob to move
the b mark to “STANDARD”, and press the MENU knob.
F04 SCENE FILE
TOP
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “5FILE
LOAD b MEM 1-5”, and press the MENU knob.
s
s
s
s
s
x
1
2
3
4
5
:SCENE 25
:SCENE 26
:SCENE 27
:SCENE 28
:NO FILE
The message “RECALL OK? YES bNO” appears.
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID: SCENE21
:
:
EXEC
EXEC
P01 SCENE RECALL
RECALL OK? YES NO
ESC
ALL
DISPLAY MODE
:
001.SCENE1
002.SCENE2
003.NO FILE
004.SCENE4
005.SCENE5
The s displayed on the left of STANDARD changes to x.
When x changes to s, the settings of the camcorder are
reset to the settings saved in the reference file.
***.5FILE LOAD
MEM1-5
If you press the MENU knob again while x is displayed,
the operation is canceled and the camcorder returns to the
settings before STANDARD was selected.
4
5
To carry out the recall, move the b mark to “YES” and
press the MENU knob.
To cancel, press the MENU knob leaving the b mark
pointing to “NO”.
When loading is complete, the message
“COMPLETE” appears and the access indicator goes
off.
To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON/OFF
switch to OFF or close the cover of the menu operating
section.
Notes
• The scene files loaded from the “Memory Stick”
overwrite data saved in the camcorder memory.
• To load the scene file saved in the camcorder memory
when the “Memory Stick” is inserted, return to the P00
SCENE RECALL page and load the desired scene file in
the camcorder memory.
• When there is no file to be loaded (shown as “NO
FILE”), an existing file of the same number is
unaffected. In the example shown in step 3, MEM(3) is
not overwritten.
7-2 Saving and Loading Scene Files
111
Setting
REFER
USER 1
Description
7-3 Jumping to a File-
Related Menu Page
When Inserting a
Jumps to the REFERENCE page.
Jumps to the USER 1 page.
5
Press the MENU knob to confirm the selection.
The z mark on the left of “MS IN > JUMP TO”
changes to on b mark and the ? mark on the left of the
setting changes to a z mark.
“Memory Stick”
A “Memory Stick” enables you to save user files, scene
files, lens files, reference files and “ALL” files. The
camcorder menu system allows you to make a setting so
that when a “Memory Stick” holding these files is inserted
while in menu operating mode, a menu page relating to the
desired file is automatically displayed on the screen. Thus
you can proceed to file operation quickly. This is very
convenient especially when you manage data files using
“Memory Stick”s.
Notes
In the following cases, jumping to the target page is
impossible.
• When the power is turned on after you insert a “Memory
Stick”.
• When OFF is selected for the MS IN > JUMP TO item.
• When any of the following menu pages is already
displayed.
- A file-related page such as the USER FILE page of the
FILE menu
To make this setting, proceed as follows.
- MEMORY STICK, ALL FILE, SCENE FILE, LENS
FILE, REFERENCE FILE or ROM VERSION page
1
2
In the TOP menu, select the FILE menu.
Turn the MENU knob until the MEMORY STICK
page of the FILE menu appears, then press the MENU
knob to select the page. Alternatively, on the
CONTENTS page select MEMORY STICK to display
the MEMORY STICK page.
09 MEMORY STICK
TOP
FORMAT
MS IN > JUMP TO :
:
EXEC
OFF
3
4
Turn the MENU knob to move the b mark to “MS IN
> JUMP TO”, and press the MENU knob.
The b mark on the left of “MS IN > JUMP TO”
changes to a z mark and the z mark on the left of the
setting changes to a ? mark.
Turn the MENU knob to select the desired setting
(target FILE menu page).
Setting
OFF
Description
Disables this function.
USER
ALL
Jumps to the USER FILE page.
Jumps to the ALL FILE page.
Jumps to the SCENE FILE page.
Jumps to the LENS FILE 1 page.
SCENE
LENS
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7-3 Jumping to a File-Related Menu Page When Inserting a “Memory Stick”
Setting Up the
Camcorder
8
Chapter
Attaching the battery pack
8-1 Power Supply
1
Press the battery pack against the back of the
camcorder, aligning the line on the side of the battery
pack with the matching line on the camcorder.
The following power supplies can be used with the
camcorder.
• BP-IL75/GL95 Lithium-ion Battery Pack
Back of camcorder
• BP-M100 Nickel Metal Hydride Rechargeable Battery
Pack
• AC power using the AC-550/550CE or AC-DN2B AC
adaptor
BP-IL75/GL95/
M100
Align these
lines.
8-1-1 Using a Battery Pack
When a BP-IL75 Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will
operate continuously for about 90 minutes. Before use,
charge the battery pack with a BC-M150 Battery Charger.
It takes about 140 minutes to charge one BP-IL75.
2
Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow
points at the matching line on the camcorder.
For details, refer to the battery charger operation manual.
When a BP-M100 Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will
operate for about 120 minutes. Before use, charge the
battery pack with a BC-M50 Battery Charger. It takes
about 240 minutes to charge one BP-M100.
For details, refer to the battery charger operation manual.
“LOCK”
arrow
Note on using the battery pack
A warm battery pack may not be able to be fully recharged.
Matching line on
the camcorder
8-1 Power Supply
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Detaching the battery pack
8-1-3 Using an AC Adaptor
Using the AC-550/550CE AC adaptor
Connect the camcorder to the AC power supply through
the AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor as shown in the following
figure, and turn the POWER switch of the AC-550/550CE
on.
ACCESS
indicator
Holding the
button in, pull
the battery
pack up.
to an AC power source
Power switch on
AC Adaptor
AC-550/
550CE
DC OUT
DC IN
Detaching the battery pack
DC output cable (supplied with
the AC-550/550CE)
Note
During recording or playback (while the ACCESS
indicator is lit), be careful never to remove the battery
pack.
Using an AC Adaptor
Using the AC-DN2B AC adaptor
Mount the AC-DN2B on the camcorder in the same way as
a battery pack, then connect to the AC power supply. The
AC-DN2B can supply up to 150 W of power.
8-1-2 Avoiding Breaks in Operation
Due to an exhausted Battery
When the battery pack is becoming exhausted, you can
perform battery replacement without causing a break to the
camcorder operation by using an AC adaptor.
To do this, proceed as follows.
1
Connect an AC-550/AC-550CE Adaptor to an AC
power source, then connect it to the DC IN connector
of the camcorder.
to an AC power
source
Connecting to an AC power source using the AC-DN2B AC Adaptor
For details, see the next section.
The power source switches automatically from the
battery pack to the AC adaptor connected to the DC IN
connector.
8-1-4 Using the Anton Bauer
Ultralight System
By fitting the camcorder with the Anton Bauer Ultralight
system, and setting the LIGHT switch to AUTO, you can
switch the light on and off automatically as you start and
stop REC operation. This system operates with lights
powered by 12 V, with a maximum power consumption of
50 W.
Note
There may be some noise on the video signal at the
time of power source switching.
2
3
Replace the battery pack with a fully charged one.
To switch back the power source from the AC adaptor
to the battery, disconnect the AC adaptor from the DC
IN connector.
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8-1 Power Supply
2
3
Slide the viewfinder longitudinally to the most
convenient position.
8-2 Adjusting the
Viewfinder
Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and
the LOCK knob.
For maximum viewing convenience, you can adjust the
viewfinder position in the left-right and backward-forward
directions.
8-2-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder
Focus and Screen
Adjusting the viewfinder focus
Turn the diopter adjustment ring until the viewfinder
image is sharpest.
8-2-1 Adjusting the Viewfinder
Position
Diopter adjustment ring
Adjusting the position to the left or right
Adjusting the viewfinder focus
Adjusting the viewfinder screen
Adjusting the position to the left or right
Adjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the
viewfinder screen with the controls shown below.
1
2
3
Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
Slide the viewfinder to the most convenient position.
Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
BRIGHT control
CONTRAST
control
To store the camcorder in the carrying case
Always store the camcorder with the viewfinder moved
fully in the direction opposite to the barrel and the
viewfinder left-right positioning ring tightened.
PEAKING
control
Adjusting the viewfinder screen
Adjusting the position backward or
forward
Adjusting the position backward or forward
1
Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever and
the LOCK knob.
8-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder
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8-2-3 Detaching the Viewfinder
8-2-4 Moving the viewfinder shoe
up
Viewfinder stopper
1
Using a hexagonal wrench 2.5 mm across flats,
remove the bolts (M3 × 25) and spring washers, to
detach the viewfinder shoe from the camcorder body.
Viewfinder shoe assembly (A-8278-412-G)
Detaching the viewfinder
2
Fit two of the four holes in the back of the viewfinder
shoe over the upper two pins on the fixing plate. Make
sure that the triangular mark on the viewfinder shoe is
pointing up.
1
2
3
Point the viewfinder barrel up or down.
Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the
viewfinder in the direction indicated by the arrow and
detach it.
Pins
Fit these holes over
the pins.
4
Remove the viewfinder cable and microphone cable
from the clamps and disconnect them.
Triangular mark
3
Using the bolts and spring washers removed in step 1,
fix the viewfinder shoe to the camcorder.
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8-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder
3
Using a hexagonal wrench 2.5 mm across flats, detach
the viewfinder shoe from the camcorder body.
8-2-5 Using the BKW-401
Viewfinder Rotation Bracket
By fitting a BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not
supplied), you can rotate the viewfinder out of the way so
that your right leg does not hit the viewfinder while you are
carrying the camcorder.
4
Using the two bolts (M3 × 10) and washers removed in
step 2, attach the rotation mechanism assembly of the
BKW-401 to the camcorder.
Using the BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket
To fit the BKW-401 to the camcorder, proceed as follows.
1
Turn the arm of the rotation mechanism assembly of
the BKW-401 in the direction of the arrow in the
following illustration. Next, using a hexagonal wrench
3 mm across flats, remove the bolts (M4 × 8), to
separate the rotation mechanism assembly from the
viewfinder front-back positioning mechanism
assembly.
8-2-6 Detaching the Eyepiece
Removing the eyepiece gives a clearer view of the screen
from further away. It is also easy to remove dust from the
viewfinder screen and mirror when the eyepiece is
detached.
1
Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise,
to align the red marks on the locking ring and the
viewfinder barrel.
2
Remove the two M3 × 10 hexagon socket bolts from
the front-back positioning mechanism assembly,
together with the washers. Take care not to lose these
bolts and washers.
Red mark
Red mark
Hexagon socket bolts
(M3 × 10)
Line up the red marks.
Locking ring
2
Detach the eyepiece.
8-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder
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8-3 Mounting the Lens
To mount the lens, proceed as follows.
For information about using the lens, refer to the lens
manual.
Reattaching the eyepiece
Lens mount securing rubber
1
2
Align the red marks on the eyepiece locking ring and
the viewfinder barrel.
Align the red mark on the end of the eyepiece end with
the red marks on the eyepiece locking ring and the
viewfinder barrel. Then insert the eyepiece into the
viewfinder barrel.
Mounting the lens
1
2
3
Push the lens locking lever up and remove the lens
mount cap from the lens mount.
Red mark on the end of the eyepiece
Align the center slot in the lens mount with the center
pin on the lens, and insert the lens into the mount.
3
Turn the eyepiece locking ring clockwise until its
“LOCK” arrow points at the mark on the viewfinder
barrel.
Holding the lens in place, push the lens locking lever
down to mount the lens.
Note
Note
If the lens is not firmly locked, it may come off while
the camcorder is being used. This could cause a serious
accident. Make sure the lens is firmly locked. It is
recommended that the lens mount securing rubber be
put on the lens-locking lever as illustrated above.
When the eyecup is worn out, replace it with a new one
(service part number 3-723-079-03).
(The camcorder was shipped with an eyecup whose part
number is 3-776-341-01.)
4
5
Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector.
Secure the lens cable with the cable clamps.
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8-3 Mounting the Lens
8-4 Adjusting the Flange 8-5 Audio Input System
Focal Length
8-5-1 Using the Supplied
If the lens does not stay in focus properly as you zoom
from telephoto to wide angle, adjust the flange focal length
Microphone
(the distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to
the imaging plane). Make this adjustment after mounting
or changing the lens.
You can use the supplied microphone either detached from
or attached to the camcorder.
Using the microphone detached from the
camcorder
Adjusting the flange focal length
The position of the controls for adjusting the flange focal
length vary somewhat from lens to lens. Check the
identification of the various controls in the lens manual.
Connect to the MIC IN connector.
Set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired
audio recording channel to FRONT.
About 3 m (10 ft)
Adjusting the flange focal length
Using the microphone detached from the camcorder
1
2
Set the iris to manual.
Note
Open the iris. Place the flange focal length adjustment
chart about 3 m (10 ft) away from the camera, lit well
enough to provide a satisfactory video output level.
When using the supplied microphone with an extension
cable, always use an external power supply type cable.
Using the microphone attached to the
camcorder
3
Loosen the fixing screws on the F.f or F.B ring (flange
focal length adjustment ring).
1
Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder
clamp.
4
5
Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto.
Point the camera at the chart by turning the focus ring
and focus on it.
6
7
Set the zoom ring to wide angle.
Clamp of the
Microphone holder
Turn the F.f or F.B ring until the chart is in focus,
being careful not to disturb the focus ring.
8
9
Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the
way from wide angle to telephoto.
Tighten the F.f or F.B ring fixing screws.
8-4 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length / 8-5 Audio Input System
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2
Place the microphone in the microphone holder.
Place the microphone in
the holder so that “UP” is at
Tighten the screw.
the top.
+48V/OFF switch
Monaural
microphone
Close the microphone holder.
AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2
connector
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches
Using an external microphone (not attached to the camcorder)
3
Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN connector,
then set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired
recording channel to FRONT or F.
XLR connection automatic detection function
With the XLR connection automatic detection function
being on, when a cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH1
or CH2 connector, the input from that connector is
automatically selected for audio recording, regardless of
the setting of the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch.
The XLR connection automatic detection function can be
switched on or off on the AUDIO-1 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu, with the REAR XLR AUTO
item.
Connect to the MIC IN connector.
Note
In order for the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors on
the camcorder to be able to provide a phantom 48 V power
supply, female XLR connectors (3-pin) are fitted. If the
microphone cable has a female connector, use an adaptor.
4
Secure the microphone cable with the cable clamp.
8-5-2 Using an External Microphone
Using an external microphone attached to
the camcorder
You can attach an external microphone to the camcorder.
You can connect up to two external monaural microphones
using the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors. One of the
two can be fitted to the camcorder.
1
Remove the fixing screws for external microphone
holder.
Switch settings when using an external
microphone
When using an external microphone, make the following
switch settings.
• Set the LINE / AES/EBU / MIC selector to MIC.
• Make the following setting, depending on the type of
microphone used.
Using a microphone with an internal power supply:
set the +48V/OFF switch to OFF.
Using a microphone with an external power supply:
set the +48V/OFF switch to +48V.
• If the XLR connection automatic detection function (see
next item) is off (the factory default setting), set the
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch for the channel to which
the microphone is connected to “REAR.”
2
Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder.
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8-5 Audio Input System
Note
When you detach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder
once you have attached to the camcorder, be careful
not to lose the two screws fixing the CAC-12. After
detaching the CAC-12, be sure to put the two screws
back into their original places (see the figure
illustrating the step 1 operation).
Screws removed
in step 1
CAC-12
8-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable
Tuner (for a UHF Wireless
Microphone System)
3
Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone
adaptor.
To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, fit one of
the following UHF portable tuners.
Open the CAC-12.
• WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit
• WRR-862 UHF Portable Tuner.
For each of these UHF portable tuners, use the following
attachment procedure.
Microphone
adaptor
1)
For details, refer to the UHF portable turner manual.
Loosen the screw.
Fitting the WRR-855A/855B
You can use the WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized
Tuner Unit simply by inserting it into the slot in the
camcorder, and fastening the fixing screws.
1) Attach the microphone adaptor when using a small-diameter external
microphone.
4
Place an electret condenser microphone in the CAC-
12.
1
Undo the four fixing screws holding the cover of the
slot, and remove the cover.
Close the CAC-12.
ECM-672 or
similar
microphone
Tighten the screw.
m
2
Insert the WRR-855A/855B, and fasten the four fixing
screws.
5
Connect the microphone cable to the AUDIO IN CH1
or AUDIO IN CH2 connector. Set the switches as
described in the section "Switch settings when using an
8-5 Audio Input System
121
For details about attaching the BP-IL75/GL95/M100
Battery Pack, see 8-1-1 “Using a Battery Pack” on
WRR-855A/
855B
BP-IL75/GL95/M100
Set the AUDIO IN switch (see page 120)
to WIRELESS for the channel to be used.
Adjustment screws
Mount plate
(supplied with WRR-862)
For the operation of the WRR-855A/855B, refer to the
manual supplied with the WRR-855A/855B.
Back of
camcorder
Notes
Phillips type screwdriver
• When the XLR connection automatic detection function
is on, even if the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch is set
to WIRELESS, the signal input to the AUDIO IN CH1
or CH2 connector is automatically selected when an
audio cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2
connector. In such a case, set REAR XLR AUTO to OFF
on the AUDIO-1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
• The audio signals to be recorded on audio channels 3 and
4 depend on the settings of the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4
switches without being affected by the XLR connection
automatic detection function.
2
Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting.
WRR-862
Fitting the WRR-862 (Using a BP-IL75/
GL95/M100 Battery Pack)
1
(1) Attach the WRR tuner fitting (not supplied,
service part number: A-8278-057-A) to the back
of the camcorder.
3
4
Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT
connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable
to the AUDIO IN CH1 or CH2 connector.
1 Use a Phillips type screwdriver to tighten the
four screws placed in the tuner fitting. For
three of these screws, insert the screwdriver
through the corresponding hole and tighten the
screw.
Set the switches as follows.
• Set the LINE / AES/EBU / MIC switch for the
channel to which the audio out cable is attached to
MIC.
• When the XLR connection automatic detection
function is off, set the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2
switch for the channel to which the audio output
cable is connected to REAR.
2Loosen the adjustment screws.
3Adjust the tuner fitting position for a BP-IL75/
GL95/M100 Battery Pack to be attached, and
tighten the adjustment screws to fix its
position.
If the XLR connection automatic detection function
is on, the input signal for audio recording is selected
automatically, and therefore this setting is not
required.
4 Attach the mount plate supplied with the
WRR-862.
(2) Attach the battery pack.
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8-5 Audio Input System
LINE/AES/EBU/
MIC switch
LINE /AES/EBU /
MIC switch
Audio equipment
to AUDIO IN
CH1 or CH2
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2
switches
AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches
to DC OUT connector
to AUDIO IN CH1 or
CH2 connector
Line input connection
8-5-4 Connecting Line Input Audio
Equipment
Connect the audio output connector of the audio
equipment that supplies the line input signal to the AUDIO
IN CH1 or CH2 connector.
Switch settings
Set the LINE / AES/EBU / MIC switch for the channel to
which the audio signal source is connected to “LINE.”
Selecting the audio inputs to be recorded
• With the XLR connection automatic detection function
being off (the factory default setting): A signal must be
selected for audio recording by setting the AUDIO IN
CH-1 or CH-2 switch to REAR, depending on which of
the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors is used for
connecting the external audio equipment.
• With the XLR connection detection function being on:
When a cable is connected to the AUDIO IN CH1 or
CH2 connector, the input from that connector is
automatically selected for audio recording, regardless of
the setting of the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 switch.
The XLR connection automatic detection function can be
switched on or off on the AUDIO-1 page of the
MAINTENANCE menu, with the REAR XLR AUTO
item.
8-5 Audio Input System
123
Note
The tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position
even after the camcorder is removed. If this happens, press
the red button against the lever a second time and move the
lever as shown below until the pin returns to the stowed
position. If the pin remains in the engaged position, you
will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripod
adaptor.
8-6 Tripod Mounting
You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a
tripod by using the VCT-14 tripod adaptor (not supplied).
1
Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod.
Stowed position
Tripod adaptor
Camera mount
Pin
If the pin remains in the engaged position
2
Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.
Slide the camcorder
forward along the groove
in the adaptor until it
clicks.
Removing the camcorder from the tripod
adaptor
Whilepressing
the red button
against the
lever, move
the lever in the
direction
indicated by
the arrow.
Red button
Lever
Removing the camcorder from the tripod adapter
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8-6 Tripod Mounting
8-7 Attaching the
Shoulder Strap
8-8 Adjusting the
Shoulder Pad
Position
Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown below.
You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position
(factory setting) backward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch) or
forward by up to 25 mm (1 inch). This adjustment helps
you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder
on your shoulder.
Shoulder strap post
1,3
Bottom
Shoulder pad
2
Attaching the shoulder strap
Adjusting the shoulder pad position
Attaching
1
2
3
Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder pad to
unlock the shoulder pad.
Pull up the strap to lock
the fitting.
Clip
Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is
in the most convenient position.
Bring down the lever to lock the shoulder pad in the
selected position.
Attaching the shoulder strap
Removing
Press here and pull in the direction
shown by the arrow to release.
Removing the shoulder strap
8-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap / 8-8 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position
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8-9 Putting on the Rain Cover (Not Supplied)
Attach the rain cover (part number 3-191-064-02) as
illustrated below. You can insert and remove cassette
tapes, operate various switches and controls, and mount
the camcorder on the tripod adaptor with the rain cover
attached.
Insert the viewfinder barrel here with the eyecup out
and fasten the drawstring around the eyecup.
Whenashoulder
belt is not used,
cover the holes
on the rain cover
with caps.
When you use a
shoulder strap,
use these holes.
For details, see
the following
diagram.
Drawstring
Velcro tape
Rear
Front
Velcro tape
Velcro tape
Drawstring
Pass the shoulder strap post clearly through this hole
on the rain cover.
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8-9 Putting on the Rain Cover (Not Supplied)
function is assigned) when the remote control unit is
connected, using the REC START/STOP item on the
FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
8-10 Connecting the
Remote Control Unit
To disable the camcorder REC START button and
the lens VTR button
On the FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE
menu, set REC START/STOP to “RM”.
If the same function as that of the REC START button is
assigned to the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch or the TURBO
GAIN button, this setting also disables these controls.
Connecting the RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit (not
supplied) enables remote control of the principal camera
functions.
Connecting the remote control unit to the REMOTE
connector (8-pin) automatically puts the camcorder into
remote control mode. If you disconnect the remote control
unit, the remote control mode is canceled.
To enable the camcorder REC START button and
the lens VTR button
On the FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE
menu, set REC START/STOP to “CAM”.
If the same function as that of the REC START button is
assigned to the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch or the TURBO
GAIN button, this setting also enables these controls.
RM-B150/B750
To enable all of the camcorder REC START
button, the lens VTR button, and the remote
control unit VTR button
REMOTE
connector
On the FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE
menu, set REC START/STOP to “PARA”.
Remote control cable
If the same function as that of the REC START button is
assigned to the ASSIGN 1/3/4 switch or the TURBO
GAIN button, this setting also enables these controls.
Camcorder switch functions when the
remote control unit is connected
The following switches on the camcorder do not function.
• GAIN selector
When the monitor is connected to the
MONITOR OUT connector of the remote
control unit
• OUTPUT/DCC switch
• WHITE BAL switch
• AUTO W/B BAL switch
• SHUTTER selector
The MONITOR connector (BNC type) of the RM-B150/
B750 outputs the same signal as that from the TEST OUT
connector on the camcorder.
• TURBO GAIN button (ASSIGN 1 switch to which the
TURBO GAIN function is assigned)
Use the black cable supplied with the RM-B150/B750 to
connect the monitor to the MONITOR connector on the
RM-B150/B750.
• REC START button (VTR button on the lens and the
ASSIGN 1/3/4 or the TURBO GAIN switch to which the
REC START/STOP function is assigned) (When the
REC START/STOP item on the FUNCTION 3 page of
the MAINTENANCE menu is set to RM.)
For details of the function of the REC START button, see
remote control unit is connected” on this page.
When the remote control unit is
disconnected from the camcorder
The camcorder settings return to the settings in effect
before the remote control unit was connected.
By making a menu setting, the setting of the paint
adjustment made with the remote control unit can be
retained even after the remote control unit is removed from
the camcorder.
Paint adjustment when the remote control
unit is connected
The settings of the paint adjustment that were in effect the
last time the remote control unit was used are recalled.
For details, see “Structure of the paint adjustment data”
on the next page.
Function of the REC START button when
the remote control unit is connected
You can select the function of the REC START button on
the camcorder (also, VTR button on the lens and the
ASSIGN 1 switch to which the REC START/STOP
8-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit
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Structure of the paint adjustment data
can use settings of the paint adjustment data stored in the
independent data region even if you connect the remote
control unit. In this case, the settings stored in the
independent data region will be renewed when you change
the settings on the remote control unit. Thus, the settings
of the paint data made with the remote control unit can be
retained even if the remote control unit is removed.
However, if the switch position on the remote control unit
differs from the one on the camcorder, the switch position
on the camcorder takes precedence over that on the remote
control unit.
Non-volatile memory
Independent data
region
MASTER BLACK
MASTER GAMMA
KNEE POINT
Setup
DETAIL LEVEL
menu of
Also, it is possible to keep the settings that are in effect
before you connect the remote control unit. In this case,
you should set the control knob to the relative value mode
on the remote control unit.
R/B GAIN
the
cam-
corder
R/B BLACK
Hardware
of the
camera
RM-
B150
Remote control data
region
MASTER BLACK
MASTER GAMMA
KNEE POINT
DETAIL LEVEL
R/B GAIN
For details, refer to the operation manual supplied with
the remote control unit.
RM-B150
connected
or not
R/B BLACK
connected
As the illustration above shows, the non-volatile memory
of the camcorder consists of two regions: one is the
independent data region that becomes effective when the
remote control unit is not connected, and the other is the
remote control data region that becomes effective when the
remote control unit is connected. Paint adjustment data is
automatically selected depending on whether or not the
remote control unit is connected to the camcorder.
Thus, when the remote control unit is connected to the
camcorder, the effective data region is switched to the
remote control data region and the settings of the paint
adjustment that were in effect the last time the remote
control unit was used are recalled.
1)
Settings of the absolute value control knobs and absolute
2)
value switches are overwritten by those on the remote
control unit after the remote control unit is connected.
1) Absolute value control knob
The data corresponding to the rotation degree (position) of the control
knobs is output. The data corresponding to the rotation amount is called
the relative value control knob.
2) Absolute value switch
Like the toggle switches or slide switches (except the momentary
switches), the switches (or controls) whose positions must coincide with
their functions are called absolute value switches.
When the remote control unit is removed from the
camcorder, the independent data region becomes effective.
Thus the camcorder will return to the settings that were in
effect before the remote control unit was connected.
When RM COMMON MEMORY is set to ON on the
FUNCTION 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, you
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8-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit
Maintenance
9
Chapter
4
After confirming that the disc is not write-protected,
load the disc and close the disc compartment lid.
9-1 Testing the
Camcorder Before
Condensation
If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a
warm place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may
form on the optical pickup. Then, if the camcorder is
operated in this state, recording and playback may not be
performed properly. Do the following to prevent this from
happening.
• When you move or operate the camcorder in an
environment where condensation may form, be sure to
load a disc in advance and close the disc compartment
lid.
Shooting
Check the functions of the camcorder before setting out for
a shooting session, preferably by operating the camcorder
together with a color video monitor.
9-1-1 Preparations for Testing
• Whenever you turn on the power, check that the HUMID
indicator does not appear on the color LCD. If it
appears, wait until it disappears before loading a disc.
3
4
1
For details, see 3-1-4 “Loading and Unloading a Disc” on
9-1-2 Testing the Camera
2
Set the switches and selectors as follows.
1
2
Attach a fully charged battery pack.
Iris: Automatic
Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the
HUMID indicator does not appear and that the BATT
indicator shows at least five segments.
• If the HUMID indicator appears, wait until it
disappears.
• If the BATT indicator does not show at least five
segments, replace the battery pack with a fully
charged one.
Zoom: SERVO/MAN
WHITE BAL: A or B
VDR SAVE/STBY: SAVE
GAIN: Set as low as possible.
OUTPUT/DCC: BARS
3
Check that there are no obstructions near the disc
compartment, and then press the EJECT button to
open the disc compartment lid.
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8
9
Set both of the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT, and
check that when sound is input to a microphone
connected to the MIC IN connector on the front of the
camcorder, the audio level indicators appear on the
viewfinder screen.
Testing the viewfinder
1
2
Adjust the position of the viewfinder.
Check that the color bars are displayed on the
viewfinder screen, and adjust the BRIGHT,
CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best
color bar display.
Check that setting the ZEBRA switch to ON and OFF
makes the zebra pattern appear and disappear on the
viewfinder screen.
3
Check each of the following operations.
Note
• The menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen.
• Turn the MENU knob and check that the menu page
changes to the next page.
The results of checking in steps 3 to 9 may not be as
expected, depending on the settings relating to the
viewfinder display function. In this case, set the desired
items on the VF DISP 1 and VF DISP 2 pages of the USER
menu.
• Press the MENU knob and check that settings of
each item of the selected page are displayed.
• Turn the MENU knob and check that the b mark
moves within the page.
• Press the MENU knob and check that the b mark
placed before the item changes to a z mark and the
zmark placed before the setting of the item changes
to a ? mark.
For details, see 6-2-2 “Selecting the Display Items” on
Testing the iris and zoom functions
• Turn the MENU knob and check that the setting of
the selected item changes.
1
2
3
Set the zoom to automatic zoom mode and check that
the power zoom operates correctly.
4
5
Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM, and change
the FILTER selector position in the sequence of 1, 2, 3
and 4.
Check that the FILTER indicator on the viewfinder
screen displays the correct numbers.
Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the
zoom functions manually.
Set the iris switch on the lens to AUTO and point the
camera at objects of different brightness. Check that
the automatic iris adjustment operates correctly.
Carry out of the following operations, and check that
that the ! indicator lights if the corresponding item has
been turned on on the '!' LED page of the USER menu.
4
5
Set the iris switch on the lens to MANUAL and check
that turning the iris ring manually adjusts the iris
correctly.
• Set the gain to anything but 0 dB by using the GAIN
selector and the GAIN SW page of the
OPERATION menu.
• Set the SHUTTER selector to ON.
• Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST.
• Use the lens extender.
Set the iris switch on the lens back to AUTO and check
the following points when the GAIN selector is moved
from L to M to H.
• For objects of the same brightness, the iris is
adjusted to correspond to the change in setting.
• The gain indicator on the viewfinder screen changes
to correspond to the change in setting.
• Set the FILTER selector to other than the position
‘1’ (PDW-510/510P) or other than the position ‘1B’
(PDW-530/530P).
• Set the reference value of the auto iris to other than
the standard value.
6
If an extender mechanism is incorporated in your lens,
put the extender lever of the lens into the 2x position
and check the following points.
6
7
Move the SHUTTER selector from ON to SELECT
repeatedly, and check that the shutter setting changes
on the viewfinder screen.
• The indication “EX” appears at the top left on the
viewfinder screen.
• The auto iris functions correctly.
Pointing the camera at a suitable subject, focus the
camera and check the picture on the viewfinder screen.
9-1-3 Testing the VDR
Perform tests (1) to (7) consecutively.
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9-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting
2
Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to
AUTO.
(1) Testing the recording and playback
functions
3
4
Set the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches to F (front).
1
2
3
Set the VDR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE and check
that the SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes on.
Aim the microphone connected to the MIC IN
connector at a suitable sound source. Check that the
level indications for channels 1 to 4 correspond to the
sound level, respectively.
Set the VDR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY and check
that the SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes off.
Set the switches located below the color LCD as
follows.
(3) Testing the manual audio level
adjusting functions
LCD switch: L or H
DISP SEL switch: STATUS
DISPLAY switch: COUNTER
1
2
Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT.
Turn the MIC LEVEL control. Check that the channel-
1 and -2 audio level meters on the color and
monochrome LCDs show more and more segments as
you turn the control counterclockwise as seen from the
front of the camcorder.
4
5
Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET,
and set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN to R-RUN.
Press the REC START button and check the following
points.
• The indication in the counter display is changing.
• The REC indicator in the viewfinder is on.
• The RF and SERVO indicators on the color LCD are
off.
(4) Testing the earphone and speaker
1
2
Turn the MONITOR volume control and check that
the speaker volume changes accordingly.
6
7
Press the REC START button again and check that
recording stops and that the REC indicator in the
viewfinder goes off.
Connect an earphone to the front or rear EARPHONE
jack. Check that the speaker sound is cut off and that
you can hear the sound from the microphone in the
earphone.
Repeat the checks of steps 5 and 6, this time using the
VTR button on the lens.
3
4
Turn the MONITOR volume control and check that
the earphone volume changes accordingly.
Press the RESET button and check that the indication
in the counter display on each of the color and
monochrome LCDs is “00:00:00:00”.
Connect the earphone to the other EARPHONE jack.
Check the earphone as in step 3.
8
9
Press the F REV button and check that fast reverse
playback is performed. Next, press the PLAY button
and check that normal playback is performed.
(5) Testing external microphones
You can do this test by using both of the AUDIO IN CH1
and CH2 connectors simultaneously. Alternatively, you
can do the test by using one of the connectors, and then
execute the same procedure using the other connector.
The following is the testing procedure when both
connectors are used.
Press the STOP button and check that playback stops.
Next, press the F FWD button and check that fast
forward playback is performed.
10Press the STOP button again, then press the PREV
button. Check that the image of the beginning of the
current or previous clip is displayed.
1
2
Connect external microphones to the AUDIO IN CH1/
CH2 connectors.
11Press the NEXT button, and check that the image of
Set the +48V/OFF switches as follows.
the beginning of the next clip is displayed.
• If the connected microphone is of the internal power
supply type, set the switch to OFF.
• If the connected microphone is of the external power
supply type, set the switch to +48V.
(2) Testing the automatic audio level
adjusting functions
1
Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT.
3
Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to REAR.
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4
5
Aim the microphones at a sound source.
5
6
Press the REC START button again, and check that
recording stops and that the time code indication stops
changing.
Check that the audio level meters on the color and
monochrome LCDs and the audio level indicators in
the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level.
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and
check that the time code indication starts changing
again and continues to change even when you restart
recording and stop recording again.
(6) Checking the XLR connection
automatic detection function
Before starting to check, remove the front microphone
connected to the MIC IN connector if it is connected.
You can do this test by using both of the AUDIO IN CH1
and CH2 connectors simultaneously. Alternatively, you
can do the test by using one of connectors, and then
execute the same procedure using the other connector.
The following is the testing procedure when both
connectors are used.
7
Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT, and check that the
user bit data that was set is displayed.
1
Perform the operations of steps 1 and 2 explained in
(5) “Testing external microphones”.
2
3
Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switches to FRONT.
Perform the operations of steps 4 and 5 explained in
(5) “Testing external microphones”.
If the audio level meters on the color and monochrome
LCDs and the audio level indicators in the viewfinder
reflect the changing sound level, the function of the
XLR connection automatic detection is working
correctly.
If it does not reflect the changing sound level, the
function of the XLR connection automatic detection
function is off. Set REAR XLR AUTO to “ON” on the
VDR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu.
If it does not reflect even after making this setting, the
XLR connection automatic detection function does not
work correctly.
(7) Checking the user bit and time code
functions
1
Set the user bits as required.
For the operation, see 5-6-3 “Setting the User Bits”
2
Set the time code.
For the operation, see 5-6-1 “Setting the Time Code”
3
4
Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.
Press the REC START button, and check that
recording starts and that the time code indication in the
counter display changes.
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9-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting
Be sure to correctly assemble the fog-proof filter, the
packing ring, and the eyecup so that the reassembled
eyepiece is waterproof.
9-2 Maintenance
Note
9-2-1 Cleaning the Viewfinder
When cleaning the fog-proof filter, wipe it very gently
with a soft cloth to avoid damaging the anti-fogging
coating.
Use a dust blower to clean the CRT screen and mirror
inside the viewfinder barrel.
Clean the lens and protecting filter with a commercially
available lens cleaner.
Caution
Never use organic solvents such as thinners.
Disassembling the eyepiece for cleaning
Eyecup
holder
Eyecup
Viewfinder
barrel
Protecting
filter
Packing
ring
1
Detach the eyepiece from the viewfinder barrel.
For the detaching procedure, see 8-2-6 “Detaching
2
3
Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder.
Remove the protecting filter, together with the packing
ring, from inside the eyecup holder.
4
Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring.
Fog-proof filter
Depending on the temperature and humidity, the
protecting filter may mist because of vapor or your breath.
To ensure that the viewfinder is always clear, replace the
protecting filter with a fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-
341-11, not supplied).
Fitting the fog-proof filter
Replace the protecting filter on the packing ring with the
fog-proof filter.
9-2 Maintenance
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9-3 Operation Warnings
When a problem occurs at power on or during operation, a
warning is given by the relevant indicators on the color and
monochrome LCDs, in the viewfinder and on the
camcorder body. The speaker and earphone also give
audible warnings.
Operation warnings
Indicators on color/
monochrome LCDs
Indicators in viewfinder/on
camcorder body
Warning sounds
Problem
VDR opera-
tion
Action to
take
Warning/ Flashing/
:4 beeps/s
:1 beep/s
:Continuous
:4 flashes/s
:1 flash/s
Battery
status
indication
continuous
:
WARNING REC/tally BATT
Continuous beep
1)
1)
RF
(on color
LCD only)
Problem in Recording
If recording is
substandard,
turn off the
power and
consult your
Sony
Continuous
recording
circuit
continues but
may be
substandard.
representative.
SERVO
(on color
LCD only)
Continuous
Servo lock
lost.
Recording
continues but
may be
Turn off the
power and
consult your
Sony
substandard.
representative.
Note that this
indication may
be given
momentarily
when
recording/
playback
begins, but this
does not
indicate a
problem.
1)
2)
HUMID
(on color
LCD only)
Continuous
Condensa- Recording/
Stop recording/
playback, turn
off the power,
then turn it on
tion on the
optical
playback
continues but
stops when an
pickup.
error occurs on again, and wait
the drive.
until the
HUMID
indicator
disappears.
3)
1)
1)
6)
1)
1)
Disc almost Operation
Be prepared to
change the
disc.
DISC
Flashing
full.
continues.
6)
6)
DISC and E Flashing
BATT Flashing
Disc full.
Recording
stops.
Change the
disc.
4)
Battery
almost
exhausted.
Operation
continues.
Change the
battery.
5)
BATT and E Flashing
Battery
exhausted. stops.
Operation
Change the
battery.
1) During recording
6) During recording pause
2) During playback, fast forward, fast reverse, or stop
3) Also, “5-0” appears for the disc remaining indication.
4) During recording or stop mode
5) During auto interval recording mode, once the VDR stops.
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9-3 Operation Warnings
Operation/error messages
An operation or error message is displayed in the
operation/error message display area in the viewfinder.
Operation/error
message
Meaning
AUTO INTERVAL
**M**S
Indicates the camera is in the Auto
Interval Rec mode. **M**S
indicates the shooting interval.
MANU INTERVAL
*FRAME
Indicates the camera is in the
single shot mode of the Manual
Interval Rec mode. *FRAME
indicates the number of frames.
INTERVAL **S(M/
H)*FRAME
Indicates the camera is in the
consecutive mode of the Manual
Interval Rec mode. **S(M/H)
indicates the trigger interval and
*FRAME indicates the number of
frames.
LOW LIGHT
REC INH.
Appears, depending on the setting,
to indicate the subject illumination
is inadequate.
Appears when attempting to record
on a write-protected disc.
Humid Disturbed INT
REC
Appears when there are portions
where recording has failed due to
condensation while shooting
pictures at intervals (using the
interval rec function).
ON-BOARD BATTERY Appears when the backup battery
EMPTY
for the internal clock has been used
up.
1)
1) To replace the backup battery, contact your nearest Sony dealer.
Notes on CCD image sensors
Vertical smear
Smear tends to be produced when an extremely bright
object is being shot; it is more likely to occur with a faster
electronic shutter speed.
Vertical tails show on the
image.
Bright object (mercury lamp,
the sun, reflections, etc.)
Monitor screen
Vertical smear
Aliasing
When patterns of stripes or lines are shot, they may appear
jagged.
9-3 Operation Warnings
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136
9-3 Operation Warnings
Appendixes
Dimensions in mm (inches)
Specifications
General
Power voltage
12 V DC +5.0/–1.0 V
Power consumption
Approx. 36 W (with 12 V DC supply, when
recording with the color LCD off)
Operating temperature
0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F)
Operating humidity
25% to 85% (relative humidity)
Storage temperature
–20°C to +60°C (–4°F to +140°F)
Recording format
Video: MPEG IMX (50/40/30 Mbps), DVCAM (25
332 (13 1/8)
Supplied accessories
Shoulder strap (1)
Monaural microphone (super cardioid directional,
external power supply type) (1)
Operation manuals
Mbps)
Proxy video: MPEG-4
Audio:
1)
English version (1)
Japanese version (1)
CD-ROM manual (1)
MPEG IMX: 16 bits or 24 bits, 48 kHz,
4 channels
DVCAM: 16 bits/48 kHz
Proxy audio: A-law (8 bits, 8 kHz, 8/4 channels)
Video Camera Section
1) The MPEG-4 CODEC is a product of Ingenient Technologies, Inc.
General
Imager
2
/ -inch type 16:9 widescreen Power HAD EX
3
CCD
Continuous operating time
Total picture elements
1038 (H) × 1008 (V) for PDW-510/530
1038 (H) × 1188 (V) for PDW-510P/530P
Effective picture elements
Approx. 90 min. (with BP-IL75)
Approx. 120 min. (with BP-GL95)
Mass Approx. 4.1 kg (9 lb) (main body only)
Approx. 5.8 kg (12 lb 12 oz) (with microphone,
viewfinder, disc and BP-IL75 Battery
Pack)
980 (H) × 988 (V) for PDW-510/530
980 (H) × 1164(V) for PDW-510P/530P
Imager Configuration
RGB 3 CCDs
Spectral system
F1.4 prism system (with quartz filter)
Built-in filters
Specifications
137
PDW-510/510P
CC + ND filter
A: 3200K
Optical Disc Drive Section
1
B: 5600K + / ND
C: 5600K
D: 5600K + / ND
8
General
1
Usable disc
PFD23 Professional Disc
64
Data transfer rate
Max. 72Mbps (per optical head)
PDW-530/530P
CC filter
A: Cross filter
Recording/playback time
MPEG IMX 50Mbps: 45 minutes
40Mbps: 55 minutes
30Mbps: 68 minutes
DVCAM: 85 minutes
B: 3200K
C: 4300K
D: 6300K
ND filter
A: Clear
Digital video
Sampling frequency
1
B: / ND
4
1
C: / ND
16
Y: 13.5 MHz
R–Y/B–Y: 6.75 MHz
1
D: / ND
64
Quantization
10 bits/sample (8 bits/sample for
compression processing)
2
Lens mount
Sensitivity
/ -inch 48 bayonet mount
3
Compression MPEG-2 4:2:2P@ML 50/40/30 Mbps or
DVCAM
F11 standard (89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx)
Minimum illumination
0.13 1x (at F1.4, +48 dB gain)
Video S/N ratio
Audio (with standard playback machine)
65 dB (Y typical) (for PDW-510/530)
63 dB (Y typical) (for PDW-510P/530P)
Modulation (at screen center)
4:3 mode: 55%
16:9 mode: 70%
Registration
Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz –1.0 dB
Dynamic range
Distortion (THD)
Cross talk
85 dB min.
0.08% max.
–70 dB max.
Wow and flutter
Below measurable limit
0.05% or less for entire screen area (excluding
distortion due to lens)
Input/output connectors
Geometric distortion
Signal inputs
AUDIO IN CH1/CH2
None identified (excluding distortion due to
lens)
XLR type, 3-pin, female
–60 dBu/+4 dBu
(0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms.)
Smear
LCD panel
6.3 cm (2.5 inches)
–140 dB (Y-typical)
Pixel resolution: 211,200 pixels (960 wide ×
MIC IN
GENLOCK IN
XLR type, 3-pin, female –60 dBu
BNC type
220 high)
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
TC IN
BNC type
Viewfinder
0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 k Ω
CRT
Horizontal resolution
4:3 mode: 600 TV lines (at screen center)
16:9 mode: 450 TV lines (at screen center)
2-inch monochrome, quick start type
Signal outputs
TEST OUT
BNC type
1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced
VIDEO OUT
BNC type, 75 Ω, unbalanced
VBS OUT: 1.0 Vp-p
SDI OUT: 0.8 Vp-p (only when the CBK-SD01 is
installed)
AUDIO OUT
TC OUT
EARPHONE (minijack)
XLR type, 5-pin, male, 0 dBm
BNC type, 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω
8 Ω, –∞ to –18 dBs variable
Others
DC IN
XLR type, 4-pin, male, 11 to 17 V DC
138
Specifications
DC OUT
4-pin, 11 to 17 V DC, maximum rated
Audio equipment
ECM-672 Microphone
CAC-12 Microphone Holder
CCXA-53 Audio Cable (for converting 5-pin connector to
two 3-pin connectors)
current 0.2 A
12-pin
8-pin
2-pin
6-pin
LENS
REMOTE
LIGHT
i.LINK
WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit
WRR-862 UHF Portable Tuner
WRT-8T UHF Transmitter
WRR Tuner Fitting (service part number: A-8278-057-A)
DMX-P01 Portable Digital Mixer
Recommended Additional
Equipment
For Audio equipment described above, confirm whether
the connector is male or female and the number of pins on
the connector.
Power supply and related equipment
BP- IL75/GL95 Battery Pack
BP-M100 Battery Pack
BC-M50/M150 Battery Charger
AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor
AC-DN2B AC Adaptor
The audio input connectors of the camcorder are female
and 3-pin and the audio output connectors are male and 5-
pin. A converting adaptor may be required depending on
the audio equipment to be connected to the camcorder.
CA-701/702/702P Camera Adaptor
Viewfinder and related equipment
Extension boards
BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket
Fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11)
Lens assembly (farsighted) (Part No. A-8262-537-A)
Lens assembly (low magnification) (Part No. A-8262-538-
A)
Lens assembly (standard magnification with special
compensation for aberrations) (Part
No. A-8267-737-A)
CBK-SD01 SDI Output Board
CBK-SC01 Composite Input Board
CBK-FC01 Pull Down Board (for the PDW-510/530 only)
Equipment for maintenance and easier
handling
LC-777 Hard Carrying Case
LC-DS300SFT Soft Carrying Case
Tripod Adaptor VCT-14
Rain cover
Optical attachments
1
ND filter ( / ND) (Part No. 3-174-685-01)
8
Maintenance Manual
1
ND filter ( / ND) (Part No. 3-174-683-01)
32
Design and specifications are subject to change without
notice.
Consult your Sony representative for more information
about these filters.
Equipment for remote control
RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit
“Memory Stick”
MSA-16A (16 MB)
MSA-32A (32 MB)
MSA-64A (64 MB)
MSA-128A (128 MB)
Specifications
139
Menu List
This section briefly explains menus that the camcorder
provides for adjustments and settings using tables.
This manual also explains some adjustments and settings
to be made using the OPERATION menu, PAINT menu,
MAINTENANCE menu, FILE menu and DIAGNOSIS
menu.
For the menu organization and the USER menu, see
Chapter 6.
For details of these menus, refer to the Maintenance
Manual.
OPERATION Menu List
The following table lists and describes the items in the
OPERATION menu. Some pages of the OPERATION
menu have been registered in the USER menu at the
factory. These pages are indicated by a circle (a) in the
USER menu column. The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE
menu allows you to add and delete pages in the USER
menu to suit your requirements.
When the setting range in the Settings column is
surrounded by parentheses ( ), the setup value is a relative
value. The setting range shown on the menu screen may
differ from what is shown in the manual.
USER
menu
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
a
01
OUTPUT
LCD BRIGHT <L>
LCD BRIGHT <H>
LCD COLOR
(–32 to +31)
(–32 to +31)
(–32 to +31)
ENABL/DSABL
VBS/SDI
0
0
0
I.LINLK SBP2 MODE
DSABL
VBS
REAR BNC OUT SEL
(when option board is
connected)
a
02
TEST OUT
TEST OUT MARKER
TEST OUT VFDISP
TEST OUT MENU
TEST OUT ZEBRA
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
Selects whether or not the
marker signal is mixed to the
output signal from the TEST
OUT connector
Selects whether or not the VF
DISP display signal is mixed
to the output signal from the
TEST OUT connector.
Selects whether or not the
MENU display signal is mixed
to the output signal from the
TEST OUT connector.
Selects whether or not the
ZEBRA display signal is
mixed to the output signal
from the TEST OUT
connector.
TEST OUT SELECT
ENC/R/G/B
ENC
Selects the output signal of
TEST OUT.
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Menu List
USER
menu
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
a
03
FUNCTION 1 ASSIGN SW <1>
OFF/P.CACHE/
ATW
See 6-3-5 “Assigning
CHARA/MARKR/
RTAKE/ATW/RET.V/
RET/REC/TURBO/
D5600/ZEBRA/
FREZE/M.FRZ etc.
ASSIGN SW <2>
OFF/P.CACHE/
CHARA/MARKR/
V.SRC/ZEBRA/
FREZE/5600 etc.
OFF
ASSIGN SW <3>
ASSIGN SW <4>
TURBO SW
WZOOM/TZOOM/
REC/RET etc.
OFF
WZOOM/TZOOM/
REC/RET etc.
OFF
OFF/P.CACHE/
TURBO
CHARA/MARKR/
RTAKE/ATW/RET.V/
RET/REC/TURBO/
D5600/ZEBRA/
FREZE/M.FRZ etc.
DF/NDF
(PDW-510/530 only)
DF/NDF
DF
Switches between drop-frame
(DF) mode and non-drop
frame (NDF) mode.
CACHE/INTVAL REC
OFF/CACHE/A.INT/ OFF
M.INT/S.INT
—
(CACHE)
0/1//2/3/4/5/6/8SEC 0SEC
P.CACHE TIME
(A.INT)
TAKE TOTAL TIME
5/10/15/20/30/40/50 5MIN
MIN,
1/2/3/4/5/7/10/15/20/
30/40/50/70/100 H
(A.INT)
REC TIME
5/10/15/20/30/40/50 5SEC
SEC,
1 to 60 MIN
(A.INT or S.INT)
PRE-LIGHTING
OFF/2SEC/5SEC/
10SEC
OFF
1
(M.INT or S.INT)
1/2/4/8
NUMBER OF FRAME
(S.INT)
TRIGGER INTERVAL
1 to 10/15/20/30/40/ 1SEC
50 SEC,
1 to 10/15/20/30/40/
50 MIN,
1/2/3/4/6/12/24H
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141
USER
menu
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
04
FUNCTION 2 D5600
OFF/ON
OFF
Turns on and off the function
which electrically applies a
5600K color temperature
filter.
WIDE AWB
OFF/ON
ON
Turns on and off the function
which widens the range
adjustable by Auto White
Balance.
WHITE SWITCH <B>
SHOCKLESS WHITE
MEM/ATW
OFF/1/2/3
MEM
1
Sets the function of the
WHITE BAL B switch.
Changes the white gain
smoothly when operating the
WHITE BAL switch.
ATW SPEED
1/2/3/4/5
4
Sets the convergence speed
for Auto Tracing White
balance.
ZOOM SPEED
LOW LIGHT
0 to 99
20
Sets the zoom speed when a
serial lens is connected
OFF/ON
OFF
Turns the warning display on
or off when the video average
level is less than the preset
value.
LOW LIGHT LEVEL
VF BATT WARNING
0 to 99
16
Sets the level at which the
LOW LIGHT function
becomes effective.
10/20%
10%
Sets the threshold value of
remaining battery capacity to
make the remaining capacity
indication flash.
05
POWER
SAVE
i.LILNK DV I/O
ENABL/DSABL
EE/SAVE
DSABL
EE
Selects whether to enable
(ENABL) or disable (DSABL)
i.LINK (AV/C).
REC AUDIO OUT
Selects whether to output an
E-E signal (EE) or mute
(SAVE) from the AUDIO OUT
connector, during recording.
NETWORK
ENABL/DSABL
VDRSW/SAVE
DSABL
—
THUMBNAIL
VDRSW Selects whether the Linux
CPU for thumbnail display
should be always in the
“SAVE” state (SAVE), or
should follow the setting of
the VDR switch (VDRSW).
a
06
VF DISP 1
VF DISP
OFF/ON
1/2/3
OFF
3
VF DISPLAY MODE
DISP EXTENDER
DISP FILTER
DISP WHITE
DISP GAIN
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
DISP SHUTTER
DISP AUDIO
DISP DISC
DISP IRIS
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USER
menu
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
a
07
VF DISP 2
DISP ZOOM
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
ON
DISP COLOR TEMP.
DISP BATT REMAIN
DISP DC IN
OFF
INT
INT/VOLT/AUTO
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
ON
DISP 16:9/4:3 ID
DISP WRR RF LVL
DISP TIME CODE
DISP REC FORMAT
DISP GPS
a
08
'!'LED
GAIN
<!>
<!>
SHUTTER
ON
WHT PRESET<!>
ATW RUN <!>
EXTENDER <!>
FILTER <!>
ON
ON
ON
OFF
ON
OVERRIDE <!>
MARKER
a
09
MARKER 1
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
80/90/92.5/95%
OFF/ON
16:9/13:9/4:3
OFF/ON
1/2, 1/4, 1/8
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
90%
OFF
4:3
CENTER
SAFETY ZONE
SAFETY AREA
ASPECT
ASPECT SELECT
ASPECT MASK
ASPECT MASK LVL
100% MARKER
USER BOX
OFF
1/4
OFF
OFF
245
10
MARKER 2
Turns the box cursor on or off.
USER BOX WIDTH
1 to 465
Width (from the center to right
or left side)
USER BOX HEIGHT
1 to 120
72
Height (from the center to top
or bottom)
USER BOX H POS.
USER BOX V POS.
CENTER H POS.
–461 to +461
–118 to +118
–48 to +47
0
0
0
H position of the center
V position of the center
H position of the center
marker
CENTER V POS.
–15 to +14
0
V position of the center
marker
a
11
GAIN SW
GAIN LOW
–3/0/3/6/9/12/18/24/
30/36/42/48
0
See 6-3-1 “Setting Gain
GAIN MID
9
GAIN HIGH
GAIN TURBO
TURBO SW IND.
18
42
OFF
OFF/ON
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USER
menu
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
a
12
VF SETTING ZEBRA
ZEBRA SELECT
OFF/ON
OFF
1
1/2/BOTH
20 to 107
ZEBRA1 DET.LVL
ZEBRA1 APT.LVL
ZEBRA2 DET.LVL
VF DETAIL LEVEL
VF ASPECT
70
1 to 20
10
52 to 109
100
0
–4 to +195
AUTO/16:9
OFF/ON
AUTO
OFF
2
a
13
AUTO IRIS
IRIS OVERRIDE
IRIS SPEED
See 5-4 “Changing the
Automatic Iris Adjustment” on
0/1/2/3/4/5
OFF/ON
CLIP HIGH LIGHT
IRIS WINDOW
IRIS WINDOW IND.
IRIS VAR WIDTH
IRIS VAR HEIGHT
IRIS VAR H POS
IRIS VAR V POS
ID-1
OFF
1
1/2/3/4/5/6/VAR
OFF/ON
OFF
245
72
20 to 465
20 to 120
–447 to +446
–104 to +104
12 characters
0
0
a
a
14
15
SHOT ID
ID-2
ID-3
ID-4
SHOT DISP
SHOT DATE
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
See 6-2-6 “Recording Shot
SHOT TIME
SHOT MODEL NAME
SHOT SERIAL NO
SHOT ID SEL
OFF/ID-1/ID-2/ID-3/ OFF
ID-4
SHOT 16:9 ID
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
ON
SHOT BLINK CHARA
a
16
17
SET STATUS STATUS ABNORMAL
STATUS FUNTION
See 6-2-8 “Displaying the
ON
STATUS AUDIO
ON
STATUS GPS
OFF
(when option board is
connected)
OFFSET
WHT
OFFSET WHITE <A>
WARM – COOL <A>
OFF/ON
OFF
See 6-3-4 “Specifying an
Display color
temperature
3200
COLOR FINE <A>
OFFSET WHITE <B>
WARM – COOL <B>
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
OFF
3200
Display color
temperature
COLOR FINE <B>
(–99 to +99)
0
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
18
SHT ENABLE SHUTTER SLS
SHUTTER ECS
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
1 to 16
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
1
See 5-3 “Setting the
65.
The items which can be set
differ depending on the CCD
scan mode setting (see page
SHUTTER 1/60
SHUTTER 1/100
SHUTTER 1/125
SHUTTER 1/250
SHUTTER 1/500
SHUTTER 1/1000
SHUTTER 1/2000
a
19
20
LENS FILE
FORMAT
LENS FILE SELECT
F.ID
—
—
16:9/4:3 SELECT
16:9/4:3
16:9
SCAN MODE
I/PsF
UC/J
I
UC/J SELECT
UC
Selects the signal format.
(PDW-510/530 only)
21
SOURCE
SEL
REC VIDEO SOURCE
EXT REC CONTROL
I.LINK SBP2 MODE
CAM/EXT
CAM
See 3-4 “Recording Video
OFF/ON
REC
ENABL/DSABL
MONO/STREO
DSABL
STREO
FRONT MIC SELECT
(when stereo microphone
is connected)
EXT VIDEO SOURCE
(when option board is
connected)
ILINK/CMPST
SYNC/VIDEO
0.0/7.5%
ILINK
EXT OUTPUT DELAY
(when option board is
connected)
ILINK/
CMPST
SETUP REMOVE
7.5%
(PDW-510/530 only)
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PAINT Menu List
The following table lists and describes the items in the
PAINT menu.
value. The setting range shown on the menu screen may
differ from what is shown in the manual.
When the setting range in the Settings column is
surrounded by parentheses ( ), the setup value is a relative
No.
Page
Item
Settings
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
Default Description
01
SW STATUS
GAMMA
CHROMA
ON
ON
Turns the gamma correction on or off.
Turns the chroma of the composite signal on
or off.
MATRIX
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
ON/OFF
OFF/ON
OFF
ON
ON
ON
ON
ON
OFF
Turns the linear matrix correction on or off.
Turns the knee correction on or off.
Turns the white clipping correction on or off.
Turns the detail signal on or off.
Turns the aperture function on or off.
Turns the flare function on or off.
Turns the EVS shutter on or off.
Selects the test signal.
KNEE
WHITE CLIP
DETAIL
APERTURE
FLARE
EVS
TEST SAW
COLOR TEMP <A>
OFF/REC/SAW OFF
02
WHITE
Color
3200
Sets the temperature of WHITE A.
temperature
values
COLOR FINE <A>
(–99 to +99)
0
Adjusts the value more precisely when the
color temperature adjustment through
COLOR TEMP is not satisfactory.
R GAIN <A>
B GAIN <A>
D5600 <A>
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
Only the value of R GAIN is changed.
Only the value of B GAIN is changed.
0
OFF
Turns the WHITE A electronic 5600K filter on
or off.
COLOR TEMP <B>
COLOR FINE <B>
Color
temperature
values
0
0
Sets the temperature of WHITE B.
(–99 to +99)
Adjusts the value more precisely when the
color temperature adjustment through
COLOR TEMP is not satisfactory.
R GAIN <B>
D5600 <B>
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
Only the value of R GAIN is changed.
OFF
Turns the WHITE B electronic 5600K filter on
or off.
03
BLACK/FLARE MASTER BLACK
R BLACK
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
Adjusts the master black level.
Adjusts the R black level.
0
B BLACK
0
Adjusts the B black level.
MASTER FLARE
R FLARE
0
Adjusts the flare level of the master.
Adjusts the R flare level.
0
G FLARE
0
Adjusts the G flare level.
B FLARE
0
Adjusts the B flare level.
FLARE
ON
ENC
Turns the flare correction circuit on or off.
TEST OUT SELECT
ENC/R/G/B
Selects the output signal of TEST OUT
connector.
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Page
Item
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Default Description
04
GAMMA
GAMMA
OFF/ON
ON
Turns the gamma correction function on or
off.
STEP GAMMA
0.35 to 0.90
0.45
Sets the master gamma correction curve in
steps.
MASTER GAMMA
R GAMMA
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
ENC/R/G/B
0
Sets the master gamma correction curve.
Sets the R gamma correction curve.
Sets the G gamma correction curve.
Sets the B gamma correction curve.
0
G GAMMA
0
B GAMMA
0
TEST OUT SELECT
ENC
Selects the output signal of TEST OUT
connector.
GAMMA SELECT
STD/FILM
STD
3/1
Selects the gamma table.
GAMMA SEL (STD/
FILM)
1 to 6 (STD)
1 to 5 (FILM)
Selects the gamma table of STD/FILM.
05
BLK GAMMA
BLACK GAMMA
OFF/ON
OFF
Turns the black gamma correction on or off.
Sets the range affected by black gamma.
BLK GAMMA RANGE LOW/L.MID/
H.MID/HIGH
HIGH
MASTER BLK
GAMMA
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
ENC/R/G/B
0
Adjusts the master black gamma.
R BLACK GAMMA
G BLACK GAMMA
B BLACK GAMMA
TEST OUT SELECT
0
Sets the correction curve of the R black
gamma.
0
Sets the correction curve of the G black
gamma.
0
Sets the correction curve of the B black
gamma.
ENC
Selects the output signal of TEST OUT
connector.
06
KNEE
KNEE
OFF/ON
ON
85.0
0
Turns the knee correction circuit on or off.
Sets the knee point level.
KNEE POINT
50 to 109
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
KNEE SLOPE
KNEE SATURATION
KNEE SAT LEVEL
WHITE CLIP
Set the knee slope level.
ON
0
Turns the knee saturation function on or off.
Sets the knee saturation level.
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
ON
Turns the white clipping function on or off.
Adjusts the white clipping level.
WHITE CLIP LEVEL
100.0 to 109.5% 109.0/
105.0
07
DETAIL 1
DETAIL
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
ON
ON
Sets the detail correction function on or off.
APERTURE
Turns the aperture correction function on or
off.
DETAIL LEVEL
APERTURE LVL
DTL H/V RATIO
CRISPENING
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
Sets the general level of the detail signal.
Sets the aperture level.
0
0
Sets the level of the V detail signal.
Sets the crispening level.
0
LEVEL DEPEND
LV. DEPEND LVL
DETAIL FREQ.
ON
0
Turns the level depend function on or off.
Sets the level of the level depend.
Sets the frequency of the H detail signal.
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
0
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
OFF/ON
Default Description
08
DETAIL 2
KNEE APERTURE
KNEE APT LVL
DETAIL COMB
OFF
Turns the knee aperture function on or off.
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to 0)
0
0
Sets the knee aperture level.
Sets the level at which the comb filter
becomes effective.
CROSS COLOR
CROSS COLOR LVL
DETAIL LIMIT
ON/OFF
OFF
0
Turns the cross color component on or off.
Sets the suppression level of the cross color.
Sets the both detail black and white limiters.
Sets the detail white limiter.
(0 to 99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
DTL WHT LIMIT
DTL BLK LIMIT
DTL V-BLK LMT
FINE DTL
0
0
Sets the detail black limiter.
0
Sets the V detail black limiter.
09
10
DETAIL 3
OFF
0
Turns the fine detail function on or off.
FINE DTL LVL
(–99 to +99)
Sets the level at which the fine detail function
becomes effective.
V DTL CREATION
NAM/G/R+G/Y
R+G
V
Selects the source signal of the V DTL signal.
H/V CONTROL MODE H/V / V
Select the operation mode of DETAIL H/V
RATIO on the DETAIL 1 page.
SKIN DETAIL
SKIN DETAIL
OFF/ON
OFF
Turns on all of 1, 2 and 3 of the color detail
function.
SKIN DETECT
EXEC
EXEC
OFF
Executes the color detail function.
SKIN AREA IND.
OFF/ON
Turns the zebra indication on or off in the area
of the currently selected type of the color
detail function.
SKIN DTL SELECT
SKIN DETAIL
1/2/3
1
Selects the type of the color detail function.
The following items depend on the selected
type of the color detail function.
OFF/ON
ON
Turns the color detail function on or off for the
type selected in the above item.
SKIN DETAIL LVL
SKIN DTL SAT.
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
—
—
Sets the level of the color detail signal.
Adjusts the saturation level of the hue
possessed by the color detail function.
SKIN DTL HUE
SKIN DTL WIDTH
MATRIX
0 to 359
—
—
OFF
OFF
ON
0
Adjusts the center phase of the hue
possessed by the color detail function.
0 to 359
Adjusts the width of the hue possessed by the
color detail function.
11
MTX LINEAR
OFF/ON
Turns the linear matrix correction and user-
set matrix correction functions on or off.
MATRIX (USER)
MATRIX (PRESET)
OFF/ON
Turns the user-set matrix correction function
on or off.
OFF/ON
Turns the preset matrix correction function on
or off.
MATRIX (USER)
G-R
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
Sets the arbitrary G-R user-set matrix
coefficients.
MATRIX (USER)
B-R
0
Sets the arbitrary B-R user-set matrix
coefficients.
MATRIX (USER)
R-G
0
Sets the arbitrary R-G user-set matrix
coefficients.
MATRIX (USER)
B-G
0
Sets the arbitrary B-G user-set matrix
coefficients.
MATRIX (USER)
R-B
0
Sets the arbitrary R-B user-set matrix
coefficients.
MATRIX (USER)
G-B
0
Sets the arbitrary G-B user-set matrix
coefficients.
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Item
Settings
Default Description
12
MTX MULTI
MATRIX
OFF/ON
ON
Turns the linear matrix correction and multi
matrix correction functions on or off.
MATRIX (MULTI)
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
Turns the multi matrix correction function on
or off.
MATRIX AREA IND.
Turns the zebra indication on or off in the area
corresponding to the currently selected
setting.
MATRIX COLOR DET
MTX (MULTI) AXIS
—
EXEC
B
Detects color.
B/B+/MG-/MG/
MG+/R/R+/YL-/
YL/YL+/G-/G/
G+/CY/CY+/B-
Sets the region in which the multi matrix
correction function can be changed. (sixteen-
axis mode)
MTX (MULTI) HUE
MTX (MULTI) SAT
(0 to 359)
0
0
Adjusts the color phase affected by the multi
matrix correction function in every sixteen-
axis mode.
(–99 to +99)
Adjusts the saturation level affected by the
multi matrix correction function in every
sixteen-axis mode.
13
V
V MOD
OFF/ON
ON
0
Turns the V modulation function on or off.
MODULATION
MASTER VMOD EX
(–99 to +99)
Turns the master V modulation function on or
off.
R VMOD
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
ENC/R/G/B
OFF/ON
0
Turns the R V modulation function on or off.
Turns the G V modulation function on or off.
Turns the B V modulation function on or off.
Selects the output signal of TEST OUT.
Turns the low key saturation function on or off.
G VMOD
0
B VMOD
0
TEST OUT SELECT
ENC
ON
0
14
LOW KEY SAT. LOW KEY SAT.
L.KEY SAT. LEVEL
(–99 to +99)
Sets the saturation level of the low luminance
part.
L.KEY SAT. RANGE
LOW/L.MID/
H.MID/HIGH
HIGH
Sets the luminance level at which the low key
saturation function becomes effective.
Y BLACK GAMMA
Y BLK GAM LEVEL
OFF/ON
OFF
0
Turns the Y black gamma function on or off.
(–99 to +99)
Sets the gamma curve in the low luminance
part.
Y BLK GAM RANGE
LOW/L.MID/
H.MID/HIGH
HIGH
Sets the luminance level at which the Y black
gamma becomes effective.
15
SCENE FILE
1
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
—
Recalls the scene file saved in the memory of
the camcorder.
2
3
4
5
STANDARD
Clears all current detail-adjusted settings and
switch settings and returns the settings to the
standard settings saved in the reference file.
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F.ID
—
—
—
—
Recalls the scene file from the memory of the
camcorder or the “Memory Stick”.
—
Stores the scene file in the memory of the
camcorder or the “Memory Stick”.
16 characters
Sets the File ID.
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MAINTENANCE Menu List
The following table lists and describes the items in the
MAINTENANCE menu.
value. The setting range shown on the menu screen may
differ from what is shown in the manual.
When the setting range in the Settings column is
surrounded by parentheses ( ), the setup value is a relative
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
01
WHT SHADING SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST
R
Selects the channel adjusted by this menu. If
TEST is selected, the setting is the same as
the setting of TEST OUT SELECT.
TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B
ENC
Selects the signal output to the TEST OUT
connector.
R/G/B WHT H SAW (–99 to +99)
R/G/B WHT H PARA (–99 to +99)
R/G/B WHT V SAW (–99 to +99)
R/G/B WHT V PARA (–99 to +99)
WHITE SAW/PARA OFF/ON
0
0
0
0
0
H Saw white shading compensation
H Parabola white shading compensation
V Saw white shading compensation
V Parabola white shading compensation
Turns white shading Saw and Parabola
compensation on and off.
02
BLK SHADING SHADING CH SEL R/G/B/TEST
TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B
R
Selects the channel adjusted by this menu. If
TEST is selected, the setting is the same as
the setting of TEST OUT SELECT.
ENC
Selects the signal output to the TEST OUT
connector.
R/G/B BLK H SAW (–99 to +99)
R/G/B BLK H PARA (–99 to +99)
R/G/B BLK V SAW (–99 to +99)
R/G/B BLK V PARA (–99 to +99)
BLACK SAW/PARA OFF/ON
0
H Saw black shading compensation
H Parabola black shading compensation
V Saw black shading compensation
V Parabola black shading compensation
0
0
0
ON
Turns black shading Saw and Parabola
compensation on and off.
MASTER BLACK
(–99 to +99)
0
Master black level adjustment
MASTER
GAIN(TMP)
–3/0/3/6/9/12/18/
24/30/36/42/48 dB
0 db
Temporarily adjusts the master gain value.
03
LEVEL ADJ
ENC VIDEO LEVEL (–99 to +99)
RGB LEVEL (–99 to +99)
TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B
0
Encoder video level adjustment
R/G/B video level adjustment
0
ENC
Selects the signal output to the TEST OUT
connector.
H BLANKING
WIDTH
(–99 to +99)
0
H blanking width adjustment
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
04
BATTERY
BEFORE END 1
5/10 to 95/100%
5%
Used when a BP-IL75/GL95/M100 Battery
Pack is used. Sets the voltage warning level
just before the battery ends.
END 1
0/1/2/3/4/5%
0%
Used when a BP-IL75/GL95/M100 Battery
Pack is used. Sets the voltage level at which
the battery ends and the camcorder stops
operation, just before the battery ends.
BEFORE END 2
END 2
11.5 to 17.0V
(in 0.1V steps)
11.5
11.0
Used when a BP-L60A Battery Pack is used.
Sets the voltage warning level just before the
battery ends.
11.0 to 11.5 V
(in 0.1V steps)
Used when a BP-L60A Battery Pack is used.
Sets the voltage level at which the battery
ends and the camcorder stops operation, just
before the battery ends.
BEFORE END 3
END3
11.5 to 17.0V
(in 0.1V steps)
11.8
11.0
Used when a battery pack other than a BP-
L60A/IL75/GL95/M100 or an external power
connected to the DC IN connector is used.
Sets the voltage warning level just before the
battery ends.
11.0 to 11.5 V
(in 0.1V steps)
Used when a battery pack other than a BP-
L60A/IL75/GL95/M100 or an external power
connected to the DC IN connector is used.
Sets the voltage level at which the battery
ends and the camcorder stops operation, just
before the battery ends.
05
AUDIO-1
CA-701 AUDIO IN
ENABL/DSABL
CH1/2/SW
OFF/ON
ENABL
SW
Selects whether the camera adaptor is
enabled to use or not enabled.
ENABL: Camera adaptor can be used.
DSABL: Camera adaptor cannot be used.
AUDIO CH3/4
MODE
Selects the sources to be recorded to
channels CH-3/4.CH1/2: Same sources as
CH-1/2.SW: Signals selected by the AUDIO
IN CH-3/CH-4 switches.
REAR XLR AUTO
FRONT MIC REF
REAR MIC REF
MIN ALARM VOL
OFF
Turns the XLR connection automatic
detection on or off .
–60dB/–50dB/
–40dB
–60dB
–60dB
OFF
Sets the reference level of the front
microphone.
–60dB/–50dB/
–40dB
Sets the reference level when the AUDIO IN
CH1 connector is set to MIC.
OFF/SET
Volume of the monitor speaker alarm tone
when it is turned all the way down.
OFF: Almost inaudible.
SET: Faintly audible.
SP ATT LEVEL
OFF/3/6/9 dB
OFF
Lowers the volume of the monitor speaker.
Has no effect on earphone volume.
HEADPHONE OUT STREO/MONO
MONO
Selects whether to make the rear earphone
monaural or stereo.
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Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
06
AUDIO-2
AU DATA LEN (IMX) 16 bit//24 bit
(PDW-530/530P
only)
16bit
Sets the bit length of the digital audio
recording.
AU REF LEVEL
–20/–18/–16/
–12 dB
–20 dB
Sets the reference level (Head Room).
Sets the output reference level.
AU REC OUT
0/+4/–3 dB
0 dB
AU CH12 AGC
MODE
MONO/STREO
MONO
Turns automatic adjustment of the input level
of analog audio signals to be recorded on
channel 1 and 2 on or off.
AU CH34 AGC
MODE
OFF/MONO/
STREO
MONO
Turns automatic adjustment of the input level
of analog audio signals to be recorded on
channel 3 and 4 on or off.
AU AGC SPEC
–6/–9/–12/–15 dB
–6 dB
—
AU OUT LIMITER
MODE
OFF/–6/–9/–12/–15 OFF
dB
Selects the limiter function for loud input
signals for manual audio input level
adjustment.
AU OUT LIMITER
OFF/ON
ON
Turns the limiter on or off.
I.LINK AUDIO OUT 2CH/4CH
2CH
2CH: Output channels 1 and 2 (16 bits, 48
ksps)
4CH: Output channels 1 to 4 (12 bits, 32
ksps)
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Default
Description
07
AUDIO-3
AU SG (1kHz)
ON/OFF/AUTO
OFF
Sets whether to output a 1 kHz test tone
during the Color Bar mode or not.
ON: a 1 kHz test tone is output during the
Color Bar mode.
OFF: a 1 kHz test tone is not output during
the Color Bar mode.
AUTO: a 1 kHz test tone is output only when
the CH 1 AUDIO SELECT switch on the
inside panel is in the AUTO position.
MIC CH1 LEVEL
SIDE1/FRONT/
F+S1
FRONT
FRONT
SIDE 1
When recording the front microphone sound
on CH 1, selects which control is to be used
for the level adjustment.
SIDE 1: Adjust it with the LEVEL control (left
side) on the side panel.
FRONT: Adjust it with the MIC LEVEL control
on the front panel.
F + S1: It can be adjusted using either the
LEVEL control (left side) or the MIC
LEVEL control. (The two controls are
linked to each other.)
MIC CH2 LEVEL
SIDE2/FRONT/
F+S2
When recording the front microphone sound
on CH 2, selects which control is to be used
for the level adjustment.
SIDE 2: Adjust it with the LEVEL control (right
side) on the side panel.
FRONT: Adjust it with the MIC LEVEL control
on the front panel.
F + S2: It can be adjusted using either the
LEVEL control (right side) or the MIC
LEVEL control. (The two controls are
linked to each other.)
REAR1/WRR
LEVEL
SIDE1/FRONT/
F+S1
Selects any of these controls to adjust the
audio level of the equipment that is connected
to the wireless microphone and whatever is
connected to the AUDIO IN CH1 connector
on the rear panel.
SIDE 1: Adjust it with the LEVEL control (left
side) on the side panel.
FRONT: Adjust it with the MIC LEVEL control
on the front panel.
F + S1: It can be adjusted using either the
LEVEL control (left side) or the MIC
LEVEL control. (The two controls are
linked to each other.)
REAR2/WRR
LEVEL
SIDE2/FRONT/
F+S2
SIDE 2
Selects any of these controls to adjust the
audio level of the equipment that is connected
to the wireless microphone and whatever is
connected to the AUDIO IN CH2 connector
on the rear panel.
SIDE 2: Adjust it with the LEVEL control (right
side) on the side panel.
FRONT: Adjust it with the MIC LEVEL control
on the front panel.
F + S2: It can be adjusted using either the
LEVEL control (right side) or the MIC
LEVEL control. (The two controls are
linked to each other.)
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
08
TIMECODE
TC OUT
AUTO/GENE
AUTO
Selects the time code signal output.
AUTO: Outputs the time code generator
output during recording and outputs the
time code reader output during playback.
GENE: Outputs the time code generator
output during recording and playback.
DF/NDF
(PDW-510/530 only)
DF/NDF
INT/EXT
DF
Sets DF or NDF mode.
DF: Drop frame mode
NDF: Non drop frame mode
EXT-LK DF/NDF
(PDW-510/530 only)
INT
Selects either internal setting or external
setting for DF/NDF.
INT: Internal
EXT: External
EXT-LK UBIT
INT/EXT
INT
Sets whether the LTC UBIT setup value locks
to an INT or an EXT source when the time
code is locked to an external source.
INT: Internal lock
EXT: External lock
LTC UBIT
FIX/TIME
FIX/TIME
FIX
FIX
ON
Sets the data to be recorded in UBIT of LTC.
FIX: Records the data that is set by the user.
TIME: Records the present time.
VITC UBIT
Sets the data to be recorded in UBIT of VITC.
FIX: Records the data that is set by the user.
TIME: Records the present time.
WATCH AUTO ADJ OFF/ON
Matches the time of the built-in clock with the
time data of the user bits of an external time
code. Turns the automatic time correction
function of the built-in clock on or off .
UBIT GROUP ID
VITC INS LINE 1
000/101
000
Selects the UBIT GROUP ID.
12 to 19 H (PDW-
510/530)
16H
Selects the line into which VITC is to be
inserted.
9 to 22 H (PDW-
510P/530P)
19h
18h
21H
ON
VITC INS LINE 2
12 to 19 H (PDW-
510/530)
Selects the line into which VITC is to be
inserted.
9 to 22 H (PDW-
510P/530P)
09
VDR MODE
REC TALLY BLINK OFF/ON
Turns the tally illumination control on or off in
the event of BATTERY BEFORE END/DISC
BEFORE END.
REC START/BEEP OFF/ON
OFF
Turns on or off the alarm sound at REC
START/STOP.
SUB LCD MODE
SEL
TIMER/OFF/CONT TIMER
Sets the time code (TC) display after power-
off as follows.
TIMER: The TC display turns off after the
elapse of the time set by the TIMER SET
below.
OFF: Not displayed.
CONT: Displayed.
SUB LCD TIMER
1H/3H/8H
1H
Sets the duration of time after which the TC
display is to be turned off after power-off,
when the MODE SELECT item, above, is set
to TIMER (H: hours).
REC FORMAT
(PDW-530/530P
only)
IMX50/IMX40/
IMX30/DVCAM
IMX50
Selects the type of video codec. Multiple
codecs cannot be mixed on one disc.
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Item
Settings
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
Default
OFF
Description
10
ESSENCE
MARK
SHOT MARK 1
SHOT MARK 2
FLASH MARK
—
OFF
OFF
LOUDLY VOICE
MARK
OFF
GAIN MARK
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
OFF
FILTER POS MARK OFF/ON
SHUTTER MARK
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
WHITE SWITCH
MARK
11
PRESET WHT
COLOR TEMP. <P> Display color
temperature.
3200
White balance preset value
COLOR FINE <P> (–99 to +99)
0
—
R GAIN
G GAIN
D5600
<P> (–99 to +99)
<P> (–99 to +99)
OFF/ON
0
R gain preset value
G gain preset value
0
OFF
Selects whether to electrically apply 5600K
filter to white balance preset value.
AWB ENABLE <P> OFF/ON
OFF
DCC
Turns on and off the function which
automatically acquires the preset value for
automatic white balance adjustment.
12
DCC ADJUST
DCC FUNCTION
SEL
DCC/ADP. K/FIX
Selects the function assigned to the DCC
switch.
ADP.K is Adaptive Knee and FIX is fixed
value.
DCC D RANGE
400/450/500/550/
600%
600%
Sets the timing range when the DCC switch is
set to the ON position.
DCC POINT
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
0
0
0
DCC minimum knee point adjustment
Gain adjustment to DCC detected value
DCC reaction speed adjustment
DCC GAIN
DCC DELAY TIME
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
Description
13
AUTO IRIS 2
IRIS WINDOW
1/2/3/4/5/6/VAR
1
Selects the auto iris detection window. VAR is
variable.
IRIS WINDOW IND OFF/ON
OFF
Turns on and off the function which displays a
frame marker for the auto iris detection
window.
IRIS LEVEL
(–99 to +99)
0
0
Level adjustment of the auto iris target value
IRIS APL RATIO
(–99 to +99)
Mix ratio of auto iris detection peak value and
average value
IRIS VAR WIDTH
IRIS VAR HEIGHT
IRIS VAR H POS.
20 to 465
245
72
0
Width and height of detection frame when the
auto iris detection window is set to VAR
20 to 172
Height of detection frame when the auto iris
detection window is set to VAR
–447 to +446
(PDW-510/530)
Horizontal position of detection frame when
the auto iris detection window is set to VAR
–447 to +446
0
(PDW-510P/530P)
IRIS VAR V POS.
–104 to +104
(PDW-510/530)
0
Vertical position of detection frame when the
auto iris detection window is set to VAR
–124 to +123
0
(PDW-510P/530P)
IRIS SPEED
1/2/3/4/5
OFF/ON
2
Auto iris speed adjustment
CLIP HIGH LIGHT
OFF
Turns on and off the function which, during
auto iris adjustment, ignores very bright areas
by dulling the reaction to high luminescence.
14
FUNCTION 3
WHT FILTER INH
COLOR BAR SEL
OFF/ON
OFF
Turns on and off the function which inhibits
independent white memory for each filter
position.
SMPTE/EBU/SNG SMPTE
Color bar type
(PDW-
510/530)
EBU
(PDW-
510P/
530P)
COLOR VF INPUT COMP/VBS/BOTH COMP
Video input selection when a color viewfinder
is used
USER & ALL ONLY OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
Show only USER menu in the top menu.
RM COMMON
MEMORY
OFF/ON
Selects whether or not to share settings for
when an RM remote control unit is connected
and when the unit is used alone.
RM REC START
RM/CAM/PARA
RM
When an RM remote control unit is
connected, selects which REC START/STOP
buttons are enabled. RM/camera/both.
EXT VTR REC CTL OFF/ON
OFF
Selects whether or not to control recording by
an external VTR.
15
GENLOCK
GENLOCK
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
ON
OFF
0
Turns genlock on and off.
Turns return video on and off.
Genlock H phase setting.
RETURN VIDEO
GL H PHASE
(–60 to +139)
(PDW-510/530)
(–59 to +142)
0
(PDW-510P/530P)
GL SC 0/180 SEL
0/180
180
Genlock subcarrier phase setting
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Default
Description
16
ND COMP
ND OFFSET
ADJUST
OFF/ON
—
Turns on and off the mode which sets ND
(neutral density) filter color compensation
values.
CLEAR ND
OFFSET
—
EXEC
EXEC
Clears ND filter color compensation values.
Execute the auto black shooting function.
Clears black shooting compensation values.
17
18
AUTO SHADING AUTO BLK
SHADING
EXEC
RESET BLK SHD
EXEC
EXEC
ENC
TEST OUT SELECT ENC/R/G/B
Selects the signal output to the TEST OUT
connector.
MASTER GAIN
(TMP)
–3/0/3/6/9/12/18/
24/30/36/42/48dB
0dB
Temporarily sets the master gain value.
DISC
DELETE LAST CLIP EXEC
DELETE ALL CLIPS EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
Deletes final clip.
Deletes all clips.
Formats the disc.
QUICK FORMAT
EXEC
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FILE Menu List
The following table lists and describes the items in the
FILE menu.
value. The setting range shown on the menu screen may
differ from what is shown in the manual.
When the setting range in the Settings column is
surrounded by parentheses ( ), the setup value is a relative
No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
EXEC
EXEC
—
Description
01
USER FILE
USER FILE LOAD
USER FILE SAVE
F. ID
—
—
16 characters
—
USER PRESET
EXEC
02
USER FILE2 STORE USR PRESET
CLEAR USR PRESET
—
—
—
EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
OFF
Sets the pages registered in the USER menu
to the standard setting.
Clears the standard setting of pages registered
in the USER menu.
CUSTOMIZE RESET
Returns the pages registered in the USER
menu to the factory default state.
LOAD CUSTOM DATA OFF/ON
Selects whether to include pages registered by
the user in user files to be loaded by USER
FILE LOAD.
LOAD OUT OF USER
BEFORE FILE PAGE
USER LOAD WHITE
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF/ON
OFF
OFF
OFF
Selects whether to include pages not
registered by the user in user files loaded by
USER FILE LOAD.
Selects whether to include data after USER
FILE pages in user files to be loaded by USER
FILE LOAD.
Selects whether to include white balance data
in user files to be loaded by USER FILE LOAD.
03
ALL FILE
ALL FILE LOAD
ALL FILE SAVE
F. ID
—
EXEC
EXEC
—
Load ALL file.
—
Save ALL file.
16 characters
Name ALL file.
ALL PRESET
—
EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
OFF
Return items in ALL file to preset values.
Set preset values of items in ALL file.
Clear preset values of items in ALL file.
STORE ALL PRESET
CLEAR ALL PRESET
3SEC CLR PRESET
—
—
OFF/ON
Turns on and off the function which returns
menu items to the preset values when the
MENU knob is kept pressed for 3 seconds.
NETWORK DATA
OFF/ON
OFF
Selects whether or not to read in the network-
related data.
04
SCENE FILE
1
—
—
2
—
—
3
—
—
4
—
—
5
—
—
STANDARD
SCENE RECALL
SCENE STORE
F. ID
—
—
—
EXEC
EXEC
—
—
16 characters
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No.
Page
Item
Settings
Default
EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
EXEC
—
Description
05
REFERENCE REFERENCE STORE
REFERENCE CLEAR
REFERENCE LOAD
REFERENCE SAVE
F. ID
—
Save reference file in internal memory.
Clear reference file.
—
—
Load reference file.
—
Save reference file to “Memory Stick”.
Name reference file.
16 characters
OFF/ON
SCENE WHITE DATA
OFF
06
07
LENS FILE 1 LENS FILE RECALL
LENS FILE STORE
F. ID
—
EXEC
EXEC
—
Load lens file.
Save lens file.
Name lens file.
Clear lens file.
—
16 characters
LENS NO OFFSET
SOURCE
—
—
—
MEMORY1 Number of selected lens file
IRIS GAIN
—
—
0
Iris gain value of lens file
Lens file V Saw seed
LENS FILE 2 LENS M VMOD
LENS CENTER H
(–99 to +99)
–466 to +465
0
Horizontal position compensation of lens file
center marker
LENS CENTER V
–121 to +120
0
Vertical position compensation of lens file
center marker
TEST OUT SELECT
LENS R FLARE
LENS G FLARE
LENS B FLARE
LENS W-R OFST
ENC/R/G/B
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
ENC
Selects signal output to TEST OUT connector.
Adjustment of lens file flare (R)
0
0
0
0
Adjustment of lens file flare (G)
Adjustment of lens file flare (B)
R compensation value when extender and
shrinker used.
LENS W-B OFST
(–99 to +99)
R/G/B/TEST
0
B compensation value when extender and
shrinker used.
08
LENS FILE 3 SHADING CH SEL
R
Selects the channel adjusted by this menu. If
TEST is selected, the setting is the same as
the setting of TEST OUT SELECT.
TEST OUT SELECT
ENC/R/G/B
ENC
Selects the signal output to the TEST OUT
connector.
LENS R/G/B H SAW
LENS R/G/B H PARA
LENS R/G/B V SAW
LENS R/G/B V PARA
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
(–99 to +99)
—
0
H Saw white shading compensation
H Parabola white shading compensation
V Saw white shading compensation
V Parabola white shading compensation
Format “Memory Stick”.
0
0
0
09
MEMORY
STICK
FORMAT
—
—
MS IN > JUMP TO
OFF/USER/
ALL/SCENE/
LENS/REFER/
USER1
See 7-3 “Jumping to a File-Related Menu Page
112.
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DIAGNOSIS Menu List
The following table lists and describes the items in the
DIAGNOSIS menu.
No.
Page
Item
Description
01
HOURS METER
OPERATION
OPERATION (rst)
SPINDLE (rst)
LASER (rst)
—
LOADING (rst)
SEEK (rst)
02
TIME/DATE
ADJUST
HOUR
MIN
SEC
YEAR
MONTH
DAY
03
04
ROM VERSION 1
AT: Ver X.XX
SYS1: Ver X.XX
SYS2K: Ver X.XX
SYS2U: Ver X.XX
DRIVE: Ver X.XX
FP: Ver X.XX
VAIN: Ver X.XX
PIER: Ver X.. XX
PRX.V: Ver X.XX
PRX.A: Ver X.XX
A.DSP: Ver X.XX
I/O EEPROM LSI NVRAM SCI
SDI OUTPUT
COMPOSITE VIDEO INPUT
Displays ROM version.
ROM VERSION 2
05
06
DEV STATUS-1
—
OPTION BOARD
Displays installed options.
PULL DOWN (24P)
(PDW-510/530 only)
NETWORK ADAPTER
GPS UNIT
160
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Before using a “Memory Stick”
About a “Memory Stick”
Terminal
What is “Memory Stick”?
Write-protected tab
“Memory Stick” is a new compact, portable and versatile
IC (Integrated Circuit) recording medium with a data
capacity that exceeds a floppy disk. “Memory Stick” is
specially designed for exchanging and sharing digital data
among “Memory Stick” compatible products. Because it is
removable, “Memory Stick” can also be used for external
data storage.
Labelling position
• When you set the “Memory Stick” erasure prevention
switch to “LOCK,” data cannot be recorded, edited, or
erased.
• Data may be damaged if:
-You remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the unit
while it is reading or writing data.
-You use the “Memory Stick” in a location subject to the
effects of static electricity or electric noise.
• We recommend that you make a backup copy of
important data that you record on the “Memory Stick”.
“Memory Stick” is available in two sizes: standard size
and compact “Memory Stick Duo” size. Once attached to
a “Memory Stick Duo” adapter, “Memory Stick Duo”
turns to the same size as standard “Memory Stick” and thus
can be used with products compliant with standard
“Memory Stick”.”
Types of “Memory Stick”
“Memory Stick” is available in the following four types to
meet various requirements in functions.
Notes
“Memory Stick-R”
• Do not attach anything other than the supplied label to
the “Memory Stick” labeling position.
• Attach the label so that it does not stick out beyond the
labeling position.
• Carry and store the “Memory Stick” in its case.
• Do not touch the connector of the “Memory Stick” with
anything, including your finger or metallic objects.
• Do not strike, bend, or drop the “Memory Stick”.
• Do not disassemble or modify the “Memory Stick”.
• Do not allow the “Memory Stick” to get wet.
• Do not use or store the “Memory Stick” in a location that
is:
Stored data are not overwritten. You can write data to
“Memory Stick-R” with “Memory Stick-R” compatible
products only. Copyright protected data that requires
MagicGate copyright protection technology cannot be
written to “Memory Stick-R.”
“Memory Stick”
Stores any type of data except copyright-protected data
that requires the MagicGate copyright protection
technology.
“MagicGate Memory Stick”
Equipped with the MagicGate copyright protection
technology.
- Extremely hot, such as in a car parked in the sun
- Under direct sunlight
- Very humid or subject to corrosive substances
“Memory Stick-ROM”
Stores pre-recorded, read-only data. You cannot record on
“Memory Stick-ROM” or erase the pre-recorded data.
“Memory Stick” Access Indicator
If the access indicator is turned on or is flashing, data is
being read from or written to the “Memory Stick”. At this
time, do not shake the computer or product or subject them
to shock. Do not turn off the power of the computer and
product or remove the “Memory Stick”. This may damage
the data.
Available types of “Memory Stick”
You can use a “Memory Stick” with your product.
Note
You can not use a “Memory Stick Duo” with your product.
Note on data read/write speed
Data read/write speed may vary depending on the
combination of the “Memory Stick” and “Memory Stick”
compliant product you use.
What is MagicGate ?
MagicGate is copyright protection technology that uses
encryption technology.
About a “Memory Stick”
161
Precautions
• To prevent data loss, make backups of data frequently. In
no event will Sony be liable for any loss of data.
• Unauthorized recording may be contrary to the
provisions of copyright law. When you use a “Memory
Stick” that has been pre-recorded, be sure that the
material has been recorded in accordance with copyright
and other applicable laws.
• The “Memory Stick” application software may be
modified or changed by Sony without prior notice.
• Note that there are certain restrictions on recording stage
performances and other entertainment events, even if
they are recorded for personal use only.
“Memory Stick” and
are trademarks of Sony Corporation.
162
About a “Memory Stick”
Disc
Index
B
Basic procedures
A
Access indicator(for "MemoryStick")
Adjusting
used for recording and playback
47
Disc status
Battery status
BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation
display on the monochrome LCD
43
Adjustments and settings
Assigning functions to ASSIGN 1/2/3/
Black balance
E
F
attaching a UHF portable tuner
File ID
C
connecting line input audio
using the supplied microphone
Checking
adjustment for input from the front
the last two seconds of the
recording 52
the recording on the color video
monitor 52
G
adjustment for inputs from the
connectors 70
AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2
D
H
Index
163
resetting USER menu settings
101
setting the color temperature
manually 95
using the Anton Bauer Ultralight
system 114
I
i.LINK DV IN/OUT S400 connector
32
K
specifying an offset for the auto
white balance setting 96
L
R
Recommended additional equipment
UHF potrable tuner for wireless
system 121
using the supplied microphone
119
video signals from external
Recording format
setting the audio recording format
Loading
setting the video recording format
user files from a “Memory Stick”
103
N
Resetting USER menu settings to the
Locations and functions of parts and
controls 23
O
Optical disc drive section,
specifications 138
M
“Memory Stick”
Optional board
S
jumping to a file-related menu
page 112
Saving and loading
user files to and from a “Memory
Stick” 103
Scene file
P
PLAY/PAUSE button and indicator
33
resetting the settings to the
standard settings 111
Selecting
assigning functions to ASSIGN 1/
2/3/4 switches 96
164
Index
Setting
Time code
Shot data superimposed on the
color bars 89
W
Shooting
Warnings and indications on the LCDs
Time code display
basic procedure (from adjusting
the black balance and
white balance to stopping
recording) 50
basic procedure (from turning on
a disc) 49
White balance
specifying an offset for the auto
testing the camcorder before
shooting 129
U
USER menu
Shooting and recording/playback
functions 28
Shoulder pad, adjusting the position
125
Z
V
Status displayontheviewfinderscreen
84
Video camera section, specifications
137
adjusting the focus and screen
115
moving the viewfinder shoe up
116
T
Testing
using the BKW-401 Viewfinder
Rotation Bracket 117
Viewfinderfront-rearpositioninglever
29
Viewfinder screen
Index
165
166
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