Sony Digital Camera D50PH User Manual

3-776-794-11(1)  
Color Video Camera  
Operating Instructions  
Before operating the unit, please read this manual  
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.  
DXC-D50K/D50PK  
DXC-D50L/D50PL  
DXC-D50WSL/D50WSPL  
DXC-D50H/D50PH  
2003 by Sony Corporation  
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For the customers in the USA and Canada  
RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES  
For customers in the USA  
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the  
limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the  
FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable  
protection against harmful interference when the equipment  
is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment  
generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy  
and, if not installed and used in accordance with the  
instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio  
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential  
area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the  
user will be required to correct the interference at his own  
expense.  
Nickel Cadmium batteries are recyclable.  
You can help preserve our environment by  
returning your unwanted batteries to your  
nearest point for collection, recycling or  
proper disposal.  
Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel  
cadmium batteries in household or  
business trash may be prohibited.  
RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling Corporation)  
advises you about spent battery collection by the following  
phone number.  
You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not  
expressly approved in this manual could void your authority  
to operate this equipment.  
Call toll free number: 1-800-822-8837 (United States and  
Canada only)  
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.  
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking nickel-cadmium  
batteries.  
For safety reasons, be sure to discharge the battery  
before discarding it.  
For the customers in Europe (for DXC-D50PK/D50PL/  
D50WSPL/D50PH)  
This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC  
Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the  
European Community.  
Compliance with this directive 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).  
Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au Canada  
RECYCLAGE DES BATTERIES AU NICKEL-CADMIUM  
Les batteries au nickel-cadmium sont  
recyclables. Vous pouvez contribuer à  
préserver l’environnement en rapportant les  
batteries usées dans un point de ramassage,  
recyclage ou retraitement.  
Remarque: Dans certain pays, il est interdit  
de jeter les batteries au nickel-  
cadmium avec les ordures  
Pour les clients européens (pour les DXC-D50PK/D50PL/  
D50WSPL/D50PH)  
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:  
ménagères ou dans les  
poubelles de bureau.  
Questionnez chez RBRC (Rechargeable Battery Recycling  
Corporation) pour les bateries usées.  
• 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).  
Le numéro est: 1-800-822-8837 (Etats-Unis et Canada  
uniquement)  
Avertissement: Ne pas utiliser des batteries au nickel-  
cadmium qui sont endommagées ou qui  
fuient.  
Für Kunden in Europa (für DXC-D50PK/D50PL/D50WSPL/  
D50PH)  
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die  
EMV-Richtlinie (89/336/EWG) der EG-Kommission.  
Angewandter Normen:  
Par mesure de sécurité, déchargez bien la batterie avant  
de la jeter.  
• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit  
(Störaussendung)  
• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit  
(Störfestigkeit),  
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).  
Gooi de batterij niet weg, maar lever hem in als  
KCA.  
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Table of Contents  
Chapter 1  
Overview  
Product Configurations ....................................................7  
Features .............................................................................9  
Features on the DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP .......... 9  
Features on the DXC-D50WS/D50WSP........................... 11  
Location and Function of Parts .....................................12  
Camera Head ..................................................................... 12  
VCL-919BY Zoom Lens ................................................... 18  
DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder ............................................ 20  
Chapter 2  
Replacing the Lithium Battery .......................................23  
Fitting a VTR ....................................................................25  
Using the Camcorder Grip ................................................ 26  
Fitting the Lens ...............................................................29  
Using Accessories ..........................................................31  
Using the Viewfinder......................................................... 31  
Using an Optional Microphone ......................................... 32  
Fitting to a Tripod.............................................................. 33  
Adjusting the Position of the Shoulder Pad ...................... 33  
Using the LC-421 Carrying Case ...................................... 34  
Connections ....................................................................35  
Connecting a Portable VTR .............................................. 35  
Fitting and  
Connections  
Connecting a Number of Cameras (Using a Camera  
Control Unit) ................................................................ 35  
Connecting a Number of Cameras (Without Using a  
Camera Control Unit)................................................... 37  
Power Supply ..................................................................38  
Using Battery Packs .......................................................... 38  
Camera Adaptor Power Supply ......................................... 39  
Memory Stick...................................................................40  
Using a Memory Stick....................................................... 40  
Notes on Memory Sticks ................................................... 40  
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Chapter 3  
Shooting  
Basic Procedure for Shooting........................................43  
Shooting with the DSR-1/1P...........................................46  
Using the Edit Search Function While Back Space  
Editing .......................................................................... 46  
Shuttle shot function.......................................................... 47  
Chapter 4  
Viewfinder Screen Indications .......................................49  
Changing the Viewfinder Display ..................................... 49  
Viewfinder Normal Indications.......................................52  
Menu Operation ...............................................................55  
Displaying the Menus........................................................ 55  
Setting the Menus .............................................................. 56  
Using the USER Menu ...................................................... 56  
OPERATION Menu .......................................................... 60  
PAINT Menu ..................................................................... 63  
MAINTENANCE Menu ................................................... 66  
FILE Menu ........................................................................ 68  
Storing and Retrieving a Scene File .................................. 70  
Storing to and Retrieving from a Memory Stick ............... 71  
Viewfinder Screen  
Indications and  
Menus  
Table of Contents  
(Continued)  
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Chapter 5  
White Balance Adjustment .............................................73  
Adjustments and  
Settings  
Saving an Appropriate White Balance Value in  
Memory ........................................................................ 73  
Using the Preset White Balance Settings .......................... 75  
Light Sources and Color Temperature............................... 76  
Using the ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)  
Function........................................................................ 76  
Black Balance Adjustment .............................................77  
Shutter Settings ..............................................................78  
Setting the Clock and Timestamping Recordings .......80  
Viewfinder Screen Adjustments ....................................81  
Adjusting the Lens..........................................................82  
Flange Focal Length Adjustment ...................................... 82  
Aperture Adjustments........................................................ 83  
Adjusting the Aperture Sensitivity .................................... 84  
Macrophotography ............................................................ 85  
Settings for Special Cases .............................................86  
Skin Detail Correction....................................................... 86  
Adjusting Color in the Specified Area .............................. 86  
Appendix  
Important Notes on Operation .......................................87  
Characteristics of CCD Sensors ........................................ 88  
Warning Indications ........................................................89  
Specifications..................................................................90  
Related Products................................................................ 91  
Chart of Optional Components and Accessories ........93  
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Chapter  
1
Overview  
Product Configurations  
The eight models, DXC-D50K, DXC-D50L/D50WSL,  
DXC-D50H, DXC-D50PK, DXC-D50PL/D50WSPL,  
and DXC-D50PH, comprise both NTSC and PAL  
versions and the components as shown in the figure on  
next page. The operation of the basic camera unit is  
the same in all cases.  
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Product Configurations  
DXC-D50K/D50PK  
DXC-D50L/D50PL/  
D50WSL/D50WSPL  
Microphone  
VCT-U14 Tripod  
Adaptor  
DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder  
DXC-D50H/D50PH  
Test chart for flange  
focal length  
adjustment  
DXC-D50/D50P/D50WSa)/  
D50WSPa) Camera Head  
VCL-919BY  
Zoom Lens  
a) The DXC-D50WS/D50WSP camera head has only the  
L-model (DXC-D50WSL/D50WSPL) configuration.  
Camera adaptor  
The product kit does not include a camera adaptor: to  
use a camera adaptor, you will need to purchase a  
model CA-D50/D50P or CA-TX7/TX7P.  
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Features  
Variety of detail corrections  
Features on the DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
• Skin detail function: this function gives a slightly  
softer appearance to the subject’s face. The target  
skin color can be easily set with the Menu operation.  
• Black halo correction  
• Red/green vertical detail correction: this function  
performs vertical detail compensation for both red  
and green signals.  
The DXC-D50WS/S50WSP is a 16:9 wide-screen type  
(4:3-16:9 switchable) digital video camera while the  
DXC-D50/D50P is a 4:3 standard-screen type digital  
video camera. Common features on both types are  
described in this section. See also “Features on the  
DXC-D50WS/D50WSP” (page 11) for using the  
DXC-D50WS/D50WSP.  
• Horizontal detail frequency control  
Low key saturation  
Enables color correction of dark areas where color  
reproduction is difficult.  
Newly developed 2/3-inch IT type Power  
HAD (EX) CCD  
Cross color suppression  
The digital 3-line comb filter enables virtual  
elimination of frequency elements from the Y/R-Y/  
B-Y signals, decreasing the cross color and cross  
luminance to the minimum.  
The DXC-D50/D50P Color Video Camera uses 2/3  
inch IT type Power HAD CCDs. (For the DXC-  
D50WS/D50WSP, Power HAD EX CCDs for wide  
screen are used. ) It outperforms most of the exiting  
FIT type CCD cameras, in smear, sensitivity, and  
signal-to-noise ratio.  
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Recording and managing scene file data  
• Smear: –140 dB  
• Sensitivity: F11.0 (at 3200 K, 2000 lux)  
• S/N: 65 dB (NTSC)  
The DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP is equipped  
with the following functions to facilitate camera head  
setup.  
63 dB (PAL)  
Scene file system  
Using scene files, you can store setting data for up to  
Various image processing  
20 scenes in the camera.  
TruEye™ processing makes possible the following  
performance features. This digital signal processing  
has brought reproduction of natural colors to the level  
achieved by the human eye.  
File operation using a Memory Stick  
You can store a scene file into a Memory Stick and  
easily retrieve the stored file to reproduce the same  
setup conditions. A scene file stored in the Memory  
Stick can be retrieved by other DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP cameras or the RCP-D50/D51  
Remote Control Panel to easily share the same setup  
among several cameras. It is also possible for a PC  
with a slot for a Memory Stick to read scene data and  
transfer the data to a camera at a distant location.  
Adaptive highlight control  
Enables detailed adjustment of contrast control of each  
pixel in response to a histogram of luminance signal  
levels. This adjustment is automatically optimized for  
the desired scene and is effective for shooting a scene  
with bright and dark areas.  
Knee saturation control  
Preset matrix  
Prevents white breakup when shooting a high intensity  
subject, and also prevents color faults in high intensity  
subject.  
You can quickly make a setup of the camera using  
matrix files for factory-preset standard lighting  
conditions, such as STD (STANDARD), HI SAT  
(HIGH SATURATION), and FL (FLUORESCENT).  
Black gamma control  
Enables control of luminance signal levels in black  
areas without changing the hue.  
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Features  
1-kHz audio reference signal output  
A 1-kHz audio reference signal can also be output  
during color-bar-output mode.  
Dockable with various types of VTRs  
The DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP docks with  
the DSR-1/1P DVCAM VTR to configureadigital  
camcorder. It also docks with the PVV-3/3P Betacam  
SP VTR to configure a Betacam SP camcorder.  
Edit Search Function (when using DSR-1/1P)  
When using the DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP  
with the DSR-1/1P, pressing the EDIT SEARCH  
buttons allow the tape to play back in search mode.  
Set either of two playback speeds.  
New Functions boost operability  
Optical ND filters and electronic CC filters  
Ideal light-quantity and color controls are enabled with  
the optical ND filters and electronic CC filters. Color  
corrections are performed electronically, and the  
optical ND filters easily control the depth of field and  
the exposure. The electronic CC filters can be  
remotely controlled.  
EZ (easy) mode function  
By simply pressing the EZ MODE button, you can  
start shooting with the Total Level Control (TLCS)  
and Auto Tracing White Balance (ATW) functions  
activated with standard camera settings.  
EZ (easy) focus  
The aperture is automatically adjusted so that the depth  
of field becomes shallow for easy focusing. Optimal  
exposure is also automatically adjusted.  
Clear scan function  
A computer screen can be shot with a minimum of  
interference by a horizontal roll and flicker, thanks to  
the clear scan function, which enables the shutter  
speed to accurately match the scan frequency of the  
computer screen. The shutter speed can be varied in  
the range of 60.38 to 6,000 Hz.  
Programmable gain  
The amount of gain relative to the GAIN switch setting  
(H, M, or L) can be programmed as –3 dB, 0 dB, 3  
dB, 6 dB, 9 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, 24 dB, 30 dB, and 36  
dB.  
Other functions  
Variable electronic shutter  
Monitor output  
EVS (Enhanced Vertical-Definition System)  
Automatic aperture mode  
Low-cut microphone output  
Auto tracing white balance (ATW)  
This function automatically traces the white balance,  
which constantly changes as lighting conditions  
change. Auto tracing white balance is especially  
useful when there is no time to manually adjust the  
white balance or when shooting moves between indoor  
and outdoor locations.  
Designed for ease of operation  
Dual zebra pattern display  
Front-to-back-position adjustable shoulder  
pad  
Two types of zebra patterns, zebra 1 and zebra 2 can  
be displayed simultaneously or independently in the  
viewfinder. The zebra 1 can be set to the levels  
ranging from 50 to 109 IRE on the DXC-D50/D50WS  
(or from 50 to 109% on the DXC-D50P/D50WSP) and  
the zebra 2 indicates the levels of 50 IRE or more for  
the DXC-D50/D50WS (or the levels of 50% or more  
for the DXC-D50P/D50WSP).  
The front-to-back position of the shoulder pad can be  
adjusted so that the camera is stable on the shoulder.  
You can replace the shoulder pad with the flexible  
Dynafit Pad designed for the DSR-390/390P and  
DSR-570WS/570WSP. For use with the Dynafit Pad,  
consult your Sony dealer.  
Slide cover  
Video monitor output with text  
The video signal with text superimposed that is shown  
in the viewfinder can also be output to an external  
video monitor.  
The slide cover can hide the switches and buttons that  
are seldom used during shooting.  
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High-performance viewfinder (DXF-801/  
801CE)  
Features on the DXC-D50WS/  
D50WSP  
• High resolution (600 TV lines of horizontal  
resolution)  
• Large-diameter eye cup for easier viewing and  
focusing  
• PEAKING potentiometer for vertical and horizontal  
detail control  
• Two indicators can be used as TALLY indicators.  
• Tough die-cast aluminum body  
Features only on the DXC-D50WS/D50WSP is  
described in this section. See “Features on the DXC-  
D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP” (page 9) for common  
features on a 4:3 standard-screen type digital video  
camera and 16:9 wide-screen type digital video  
camera.  
• DISPLAY switch that can turn the character display  
on and off  
• Light that can light the lens control elements  
• Switching the aspect ratio automatically between  
16:9 (wide screen) and 4:3 (standard screen) when  
used with the DXC-D50WS/D50WSP  
Switchable between 16:9 and 4:3 aspect  
ratios  
A simple menu operation provides instant switching  
between the 16:9 and 4:3 aspect ratios. In 4:3 mode, a  
screen equivalent to a 4:3 screen is obtained through  
digital processing of the 16:9 video signals produced  
by the wide aspect CCD. (See page 67.)  
VTR data display  
When connected to a VTR, the DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP is able to display the following data  
on the viewfinder screen.  
• Time values (counter, time code, or user bit values)  
• VTR audio levels  
Wide-aspect ID signals  
A menu setting is available to add wide-aspect ID  
signals1) to 16:9-mode video signals.2) (See page 67.)  
• Remaining tape time  
• VTR operation mode  
• Remaining battery capacity (when using an Anton  
Bauer Intelligent Battery System)  
Selection of the safety zone size in 16:9  
mode  
When the aspect ratio is 16:9, you can change the  
safety zone size through menu setting (see page 61.)  
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1) ID signals complying with EIAJ CPR-1204 (DXC-  
D50WS) or complying with ETS WSS (DXC-D50WSP).  
2) Video signals refer to the following:  
• Video signals output from the VIDEO OUT connector  
and MONITOR OUT connector.  
• The Y component of Y/C separate signals and the Y  
component of component signals output from the VTR  
connector.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Camera Head  
Before attaching/detaching peripheral equipment to/  
from the camera head, be sure to turn off the camera.  
Otherwise, the camera may not function properly.  
Right side view  
1 5600K button  
2 EDIT SEARCH buttons  
3 A.IRIS MODE switch and indicator  
4 EZ MODE button and indicator  
EZ  
FOCUS  
EZ  
MODE  
5 EZ FOCUS button  
ZEBRA  
ON  
BACK L.  
STD  
6 ZEBRA switch  
OFF  
LMOWICCUT  
ON  
SPOT L.  
7 MIC LOW CUT switch  
ATW  
OFF  
8 ATW button and indicator  
9 Memory Stick slot  
0 MENU switch  
qa W. BAL switch  
qs OUTPUT/DCC switch  
qd MENU dial  
qf POWER switch  
qg GAIN switch  
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1 5600K button  
Note  
When this button is pressed (lit,) the standard color  
temperature for shooting is switched to 5600K. Use  
this button for outdoor shooting in daytime or shooting  
under lighting with higher color temperature. When  
the white balance is adjusted while the Wide Band  
White Balance is set, the button may go on or off  
automatically.  
If the “easy focus” function is still on when you press  
the VTR button, it turns off automatically and  
recording starts.  
6 ZEBRA switch  
Set this switch to the ON position to display a zebra  
pattern (diagonal stripes) in the viewfinder.  
Depending on the zebra setting on page 9 of the  
OPERATION menu (page 61), the zebra 1 for video  
levels between 50 to 109 IRE (or 70 to 90%) and the  
zebra 2 for video levels 50 to 109 IRE or more (or  
100% or more) can be displayed independently or  
simultaneously.  
2 EDIT SEARCH buttons (for operation with  
DSR-1/1P)  
When using the DSR-1/1P to record, you can see the  
search playback while pressing either of these buttons  
at recording pause mode to quickly find the next  
recording start point. Two playback speeds are  
available, and press either of the buttons to the inner  
position to increase the speed.  
7 MIC LOW CUT switch  
Set this switch to the ON position to insert a high-pass  
filter in the microphone circuit, reducing wind noise.  
Normally leave the switch in the OFF position.  
3 A.IRIS (auto aperture) MODE switch and  
indicator  
When you use the auto aperture function (by setting  
the aperture selector on the lens to A), set this switch  
to suit the shooting conditions. Selecting BACK L.  
gives more light to back-lit subjects, and selecting  
SPOT L. adjusts for high contrast in spot-lit subjects.  
For normal shooting, set this switch to STD.  
8 ATW (auto tracing white balance) button and  
indicator  
Press this button, turning the indicator on, when you  
want the white balance to be adjusted automatically to  
follow changes in lighting conditions. (See page 76.)  
9 Memory Stick slot  
Insert a Memory Stick for storage of file data.  
4 EZ (“easy”) MODE button and indicator  
Depress this button (EZ mode on) when you want to  
be able to shoot immediately, with automatic  
adjustment of the camera settings to standard values.  
When this function is used, the aperture and the white  
balance are adjusted automatically. Press this button  
again to return the camera to the previous settings (EZ  
mode off).  
For details, see “Notes on Memory Sticks” on page 40.  
0 MENU switch  
When you press this switch to the ON/CANCEL  
position, the USER menu is displayed. When you  
press the switch to the OFF/STATUS position, the  
DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP’s status (of current  
settings) is displayed.  
Note  
When connecting the CCU-D50/D50P/TX7/TX7P  
Camera Control Unit or the RM-M7G Remote Control  
Unit, RCP-D50/D51 Remote Control Panel, the “easy  
mode” function is disabled.  
qa W. BAL (white balance) switch  
This selects the white balance setting from the preset  
value, the value in memory A or the value in memory  
B. (See page 73.)  
5 EZ FOCUS button  
Press this button to turn the “easy focus” function on.  
This opens the aperture, to make it easier to focus  
before beginning shooting. The indication “EZ  
FOCUS” appears in the viewfinder while the function  
is on; to turn it off, press the EZ FOCUS button again.  
If left on, the function automatically turns off after  
about ten seconds.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
qs OUTPUT/DCC (Color bar output/dynamic  
contrast control) switch  
Use this switch to select the DCC function or color  
bar output.  
Select the CAM/ON position in most cases.  
CAM/ON: This activates the DCC function. This  
prevents color faults when shooting high-intensity  
subjects.  
CAM/OFF: When the DCC functions are disabled,  
you can manually adjust knee values on page P5  
<KNEE/WHITE CLIP> of the PAINT menu. (See  
page 64).  
BARS: This setting displays color bars.  
qd MENU dial  
Turn this dial to change menu pages, items, or setting  
values, and press it to register.  
For details on menu operation, see Chapter 4 “Viewfinder  
Screen Indications and Menus” (page 49).  
qf POWER switch  
This powers the camera on and off. There are two  
different ON settings as follows.  
ON STBY: This puts the VTR on standby. In this  
state, pressing the VTR button on the camera  
head, the lens or a camera adaptor starts recording  
immediately.  
ON SAVE: This puts the VTR in the power-saving  
state, with the video head drum stationary. In this  
state, it takes a few seconds to start recording after  
pressing the VTR button.  
Note  
The VTR state when this switch is in the ON STBY or  
ON SAVE position may depend on the VTR model.  
qg GAIN switch  
This selects one of the three gain settings, high,  
medium or low. You can choose the gain values  
assigned to the H, M and L settings from values from  
–3 dB to +36 dB. (See page 60.) The factory default  
selections are 18 dB (H), 9 dB (M) and 0 dB (L).  
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Front view  
1 MIC IN +48 V connector  
2 VF connector  
3 FILTER control  
4 Lens mount  
5 SHUTTER switch  
6 WHT/BLK switch  
7 AUDIO LEVEL knob  
8 VTR button  
1 MIC (microphone) IN +48 V connector (XLR 3-  
pin, female)  
Connect the supplied microphone or an optional  
microphone (operable with a +48 V supply).  
5 SHUTTER switch  
Use this switch to turn the shutter on/off, or set the  
shutter speed or CLS (clear scan) setting (see page 78).  
Usually, set this switch to OFF.  
2 VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin)  
This is the connector for the DXF-801/801CE  
viewfinder.  
6 WHT/BLK (white balance/black balance) switch  
This switch is used for automatic adjustment of the  
white balance and black balance. (See pages 73 to 77.)  
3 FILTER control  
7 AUDIO LEVEL knob  
Select the ND filter appropriate to the lighting  
conditions. (See page 44.)  
When the DSR-1/1P is attached, you can use this knob  
to manually adjust the channel 1 audio recording level.  
4 Lens mount  
8 VTR button  
Attach the zoom lens here.  
Pressing this button starts and stops recording on the  
VTR.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
Left and upper view  
1 Fitting for optional microphone holder  
2 Accessory fitting shoe and screw hole  
3 Shoulder strap fixture  
4 Viewfinder front-to-back position locking lever  
5 Viewfinder fitting shoe  
6 Viewfinder left-to-right position fixing ring  
7 Viewfinder front-to-back position locking knob  
8 MONITOR OUT connector  
9 VIDEO OUT connector  
0 LENS connector  
qa REMOTE connector  
qs VTR and camera adaptor connectors  
1 Fitting for optional microphone holder  
You can fit an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
here. (See page 32.)  
6 Viewfinder left-to-right position fixing ring  
Loosen this ring to adjust the left-to-right position of  
the viewfinder. (See page 31.)  
2 Accessory fitting shoe and screw hole  
Attach optional video lights or other accessories here.  
7 Viewfinder front-to-back position locking knob  
Loosen this knob to adjust the front-to-back position of  
the viewfinder. (See page 31.)  
3 Shoulder strap fixture  
To use the shoulder strap supplied with the VTR, fix  
one end here and the other end to the VTR.  
8 MONITOR OUT connector (BNC)  
Outputs both the camera video and the character  
information as displayed on the viewfinder screen.  
You can connect an optional LCD color monitor to this  
connector.  
4 Viewfinder front-to-back position locking lever  
Release this lever to adjust the front-to-back position  
of the viewfinder. (See page 31.)  
9 VIDEO OUT connector (BNC)  
This outputs the video signal captured by the camera.  
5 Viewfinder fitting shoe  
Fix the DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder here.  
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0 LENS connector (12-pin, for 2/3-inch lens)  
Connect the lens connector.  
qa REMOTE connector (10-pin)  
Connect the optional RM-M7G Remote Control Unit,  
or the RCP-TX7 or RCP-D50/D51 Remote Control  
Panel to this connector. Set the CAMERA HEAD  
SELECT switch on the bottom of RM-M7G  
to 1.  
Note  
When using a remote control unit or a remote control  
panel, note the following points.  
• When operating the camera head from the camera  
control unit, connect the remote control unit or  
remote control panel to the camera control unit.  
• EZ mode cannot be used if a remote control unit or a  
remote control panel is connected to the camera head.  
• Before attaching/detaching the remote control unit or  
remote control panel to/from the camera head, be sure  
to turn off the camera. Otherwise, the camera may not  
function properly.  
qs VTR and camera adaptor connectors (PRO 76-  
pin DIGITAL and PRO 50-pin)  
Connect a dockable VTR or a camera adaptor. A PRO  
76-pin DIGITAL connector is for the DSR-1/1P and  
the CA-D50/D50P and CA-TX7/TX7P camera  
adaptor, and a PRO 50-pin connector is for the PVV-3/  
3P.  
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Location and Function of Parts  
VCL-919BY Zoom Lens  
1 Focus ring  
2 Zoom ring  
3 Aperture ring  
4 M button  
5 F.B adjustment ring and F.B fixing knob  
6 MACRO ring  
7 ZOOM selector  
8 Zoom remote control connector  
9 VTR button  
0 Shtl button  
qa RET button  
qs Motorized zoom lever  
qd IRIS selector  
qf Instant automatic aperture  
adjustment button  
qg DIP switch  
qh Aperture gain adjustment trimmer  
qj Shuttle memory position setting knob  
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1 Focus ring  
0 Shtl (shuttle shot) button  
Turn this ring to focus the lens on the subject.  
Use this button for the shuttle shot function.  
2 Zoom ring  
qa RET (return video) button  
For direct manual zoom control, set the ZOOM  
selector 7 to the “MANU.” position, and turn this  
ring.  
This allows you to check the video signal as follows.  
When operating with a portable VTR connected  
via other equipment: when the VTR is in  
recording, pressing this button connects the E-E  
video signal1) from the VTR to the viewfinder.  
When operating with a DSR-1/1P or PVV-3/3P  
mounted on the camera head: when the VTR is in  
recording pause mode, press this button to review  
the last few seconds of the recording in the  
viewfinder (recording review).  
When operating with a CCU-D50/D50P/  
TX7/TX7P Camera Control Unit connected:  
pressing this button connects the return video  
signal from the camera control unit to the  
viewfinder.  
3 Aperture ring  
For manual aperture control, set the IRIS selector qd to  
the “M” position, and turn this ring.  
4 M (close-up) button  
For close-up work, turn the MACRO ring 6 while  
holding this button down. (See page 85.)  
5 F.B (flange focal length) adjustment ring and  
F.B fixing knob  
F.B adjustment ring : To adjust the flange focal  
length, loosen the F.B fixing knob, then turn the  
ring. (See page 82.)  
When this button is not pressed, the viewfinder  
displays the video signal captured by the camera.  
F.B fixing knob: Fixes the F.B adjustment ring.  
qs Motorized zoom lever  
Use this to carry out a power zoom. Pressing the lever  
harder increases the zoom speed.  
W end: zoom toward wide angle  
T end: zoom toward telephoto  
6 MACRO (close-up) ring  
For close-up, turn this ring while holding the M  
button 4 down. (See page 85.)  
7 ZOOM selector  
This selects the mode of zoom operation.  
qd IRIS selector  
This selects the mode of aperture operation.  
A (automatic): automatic aperture  
M (manual): manual aperture  
SERVO: power zoom  
MANU. (manual): manual zoom  
8 Zoom remote control connector (8-pin)  
Connect the optional LO-26 lens remote control unit  
for remote control of zooming.  
qf Instant automatic aperture adjustment button  
While using manual aperture control, press this button  
to switch temporarily to the automatic aperture control  
setting. The automatic setting is maintained as long as  
you hold the button down.  
9 VTR button  
When operating with a VTR: this button starts and  
stops recording, and once more to stop.  
When operating with a CCU-D50/D50P Camera  
Control Unit connected: pressing this button  
connects the return video signal from the camera  
control unit to the viewfinder.  
qg DIP switch  
The DIP switch for the shuttle shot function. Usually  
this switch is covered by a rubber cap.  
qh Aperture gain adjustment trimmer  
Use this to adjust the aperture gain. Usually the  
trimmer is covered by a rubber cap.  
(Starting and stopping recording is controlled on  
the VTR.)  
When operating with a CCU-TX7/TX7P Camera  
Control Unit connected: pressing this button  
connects the intercom audio signal from the  
camera to the camera control unit.  
qj Shuttle memory position setting knob  
Use this button for the shuttle shot function.  
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1) E-E video signal: “electric-to-electric” video signal.  
internal electrical circuits, but has not been converted to  
a magnetic signal.  
This is the input video signal which has passed through  
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DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder  
You can switch the scan size of the DXF-801/801CE  
in accordance with the aspect ratio selected on the  
camera or camcorder.  
4 TAKE/TALLY indicator  
TALLY  
TAKE REC BATT  
5 BATT indicator  
6 REC/TALLY indicators  
1 Eyepiece focusing knob  
7 GAIN UP indicator  
SHUTTER  
GAIN UP  
2 Stopper  
8 SHUTTER indicator  
Microphone holding screw  
Microphone holder  
Microphone  
Eye cup  
9 PEAKING control  
0 CONTRAST control  
qa Tally lamp  
qs BRIGHT control  
qd Eyepiece release catch  
qf TALLY switch  
qg DISPLAY switch  
3 LIGHT switch and light  
HIGH LOW OFF  
qh Viewfinder connector  
LIGHT  
4 TAKE/TALLY indicator (orange)  
This indicator functions as a green tally lamp when the  
CCU is connected with this camera.  
1 Eyepiece focusing knob  
Turn this to adjust the viewfinder focus to match your  
eyesight. (See page 81.)  
5 BATT (battery) indicator (red)  
2 Stopper  
This lights when the battery capacity is low.  
Lift up when detaching the viewfinder (See page 31).  
3 LIGHT switch and light  
The light lights the lens and the switch controls the  
light as follows.  
HIGH/LOW: Turn the light on and control the  
brightness.  
OFF: Turns the lights off.  
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6 REC/TALLY (recording/tally) indicators (red)  
• This flashes from the time when you press the VTR  
button (8 on page 15 and 9 on page 19) on the lens  
or camcorder until recording starts, then stays on  
continuously during recording.  
• When using a camera control unit, this lights when  
the video from the camera is selected.  
• This is also used to indicate a fault. (See page 89.)  
• The lower indicator can be enabled by menu setting.  
(See page 61.)  
qg DISPLAY switch  
Set this switch to OFF when you want to remove the  
character data from the viewfinder and the monitor  
connected to the MONITOR OUT connector.  
However, items which are set to OFF on page 7 <VF  
DISPLAY1> and page 8 <VF DISPLAY2> of the  
OPERATION menu are not displayed even when this  
switch is set to ON.  
Note  
If CHARACTER is set to OFF on page 10  
<MONITOR OUT> of the OPERATION menu,  
character data are not superimposed on the MONITOR  
OUT signal even if this switch is set to ON.  
7 GAIN UP indicator (orange)  
This lights when the gain is 3 dB or more.  
8 SHUTTER indicator (red)  
This lights when the SHUTTER switch (5 on page  
15) is in the ON position.  
qh Viewfinder connector (20-pin)  
Connect this to the VF connector (2 on page 15).  
9 PEAKING control  
This adjusts the outline intensity of the viewfinder  
image. (See page 81.)  
0 CONTRAST control  
This adjusts the contrast of the viewfinder image. (See  
page 81.)  
qa Tally lamp  
When the TALLY switch qf is in the ON position, this  
operates in the same way as the REC/TALLY  
indicators 6.  
qs BRIGHT (brightness) control  
This adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder image.  
(See page 81.)  
qd Eyepiece release catch  
To view the viewfinder screen directly, press this  
catch, and hinge up the eyepiece.  
qf TALLY switch  
Set this switch to the ON position to use the tally lamp  
qa.  
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Fitting and  
Connections  
Before attaching/detaching peripheral equipment to/  
from the camera head, be sure to turn off the camera.  
Otherwise, the camera may not function properly.  
Replacing the Lithium Battery  
Notes  
The camera head uses a lithium battery (CR2032) to  
retain date and time data.  
• Carefully read the instructions for replacing the  
lithium battery. Lithium batteries may explode if  
misused.  
• Use only CR2032-type lithium batteries. Other types  
of lithium batteries may come loose when the  
camcorder is moved. If you have difficulty finding  
CR2032-type lithium batteries, contact your Sony  
dealer.  
When the lithium battery’s voltage falls, the clock  
indication dose not appear. Replace the lithium battery  
and set the clock (see page 80).  
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Replacing the Lithium Battery  
1 Open the battery cover (on the  
rear of the camera head). Pull  
the catch of the cover toward  
you while pushing it  
downward.  
Rear of the  
camera head  
For detaching the VTR or camera  
adaptor, see “Fitting a VTR” on  
the next page.  
Battery cover  
2 Take out the lithium battery.  
Press down and pull out toward you.  
3 Reverse step 2 to insert a  
replacement lithium battery.  
Make sure that the + symbol  
on the battery is facing you.  
4 Close the battery cover.  
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Fitting a VTR  
When replacing the camera head grip with a camcorder  
grip, see “Using the Camcorder Grip” (page 26).  
This section explains how to attach the DSR-1/1P to  
the camera head. The method for attaching a PVV-3/  
3P is similar.  
1 Set the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL  
connector on the DSR-1/1P.  
(The camera connector on the  
PVV-3/3P is PRO 50-pin.)  
VTR (DSR-1/1P)  
For details, see the operating  
instructions for the DSR-1/1P.  
Camera connector  
(PRO 76-pin DIGITAL)  
2 Loosen the two screws and  
slide the shoulder pad as far as  
it will go toward the front.  
Screws  
3 Align the projection on the  
bottom of the DSR-1/1P with  
the slot on the camera head.  
Slot  
Projection  
Camera head  
Groove  
4 Slide the DSR-1/1P and the  
camera head together in the  
groove as far as possible.  
Tighten the two screws in the  
grip connector and the two  
screws in the shoulder pad  
section.  
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Using the Camcorder Grip  
When using the camera head with a VTR as a  
camcorder, you can replace the camera head’s grip  
with a camcorder grip (not supplied). The type of  
camcorder grip and the method for attaching it differ  
slightly depending on the type of VTR.  
Attaching a camcorder grip to the DSR-1/1P  
The CAC-H101 (optional) is required.  
1 Adjust the viewfinder to the  
full-forward position.  
For details, see “Adjusting the  
viewfinder position” on page 31.  
2 Remove the camera head  
grip’s three screws, then pull  
up the grip to remove it.  
3 Remove the VTR connection  
plate.  
VTR connection  
plate  
4 Remove the DSR-1/1P’s  
shoulder strap fitting and the  
camera head connection plate.  
Camera head  
connection plate  
Shoulder strap  
fitting  
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5 Perform the first three steps in  
“Fitting a VTR”.  
6 Screw the connection plate  
(supplied with the grip for the  
DVCAM camcorder) which  
straddles the connection  
between the camera head and  
the DSR-1/1P. Also, tighten  
the two screws in the shoulder  
pad section. (See page 33.)  
Connection  
plate  
7 Screw the grip for the  
Grip for the DVCAM camcorder  
DVCAM camcorder.  
Attaching a camcorder grip to the PVV-3/3P  
The CAC-H102 (optional) is required.  
1 Perform steps 2 to 4 in “Fitting  
a VTR”.  
2 Adjust the viewfinder to the  
full-forward position.  
For details, see “Adjusting the  
viewfinder position” on page 31.  
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Fitting a VTR  
3 Remove the grip’s three  
screws, then pull up the grip to  
remove it.  
4 Remove the PVV-3/3P’s  
shoulder strap fitting.  
Shoulder strap  
fitting  
5 Attach the cover using the  
screw supplied with the CAC-  
H102, then screw in to attach  
the grip for the Betacam  
camcorder.  
Grip for the Betacam camcorder  
Screw  
Cover  
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Fitting the Lens  
In the case of the DXC-D50K/D50PK model, the lens  
is already fitted. In other cases, use the following  
procedure to fit the lens.  
1 Remove the retaining rubber  
which prevents the lens mount  
from coming loose, then raise  
the lens fixing lever, and  
Retaining rubber  
remove the lens mount cap.  
Lens fixing lever  
Lens mount cap  
2 With the lens fixing lever  
turned fully counterclockwise,  
push in the lens, aligning the  
projection on the lens with the  
cutout on the camera.  
Align and push in.  
3 Supporting the lens, turn the  
lens fixing lever fully  
clockwise. Replace the  
retaining rubber on the lens  
mount.  
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Fitting the Lens  
4 Using the triangular mark as a  
guide, push the lens connector  
into the LENS connector on  
the camera head, until it clicks  
into place. Fasten the cable  
with the clamps.  
Triangular  
mark  
LENS connector  
Fitting optional filters  
Loosen the lens hood fixing screw to remove the lens  
hood, then attach the filter.  
Remove lens hood  
Lens hood fixing screw  
Filter (optional)  
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Using Accessories  
Using the Viewfinder  
Removing the Viewfinder  
Remove any microphone from the viewfinder before  
beginning.  
VF connector  
1 Pull the viewfinder connector  
out of the VF connector on the  
front of the camera head.  
Retaining catch  
2 Loosen the viewfinder left-to-  
right position fixing ring, then  
pulling up the retaining catch,  
slide the viewfinder out.  
Viewfinder left-to-right  
position fixing ring  
To fit the viewfinder  
Reverse the removal procedure.  
Adjusting the viewfinder position  
To adjust the viewfinder left-to-right position, loosen  
the left-to-right fixing ring, and to adjust the front-to-  
back position loosen the front-to-back position locking  
lever and knob.  
Viewfinger front-to-back  
position locking lever  
and knob  
Viewfinder left-to-right  
position fixing ring  
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Using Accessories  
Note  
Left eye adaptor  
By fitting a left eye adaptor, you can use the camera  
with your left eye to the viewfinder.  
You cannot stow the camera attached with a left eye  
adaptor in the LC-421 Carrying Case.  
For details, consult your Sony dealer.  
Using an Optional Microphone  
To use a long microphone such as the optional ECM-  
670/672, fit an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
to the camera, then mount the microphone in this  
holder.  
Fitting the optional CAC-12 Microphone  
Holder  
Remove the two retaining screws (M3 × 8) for the  
optional microphone holder, then use these screws to  
attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder.  
Screws removed  
from the camera  
CAC-12  
Fitting an optional microphone  
Use the following procedure to attach an optional  
ECM-670 Microphone.  
Microphone adaptor  
1 Loosen the screw of the CAC-  
12 Microphone Holder, then  
open the holder and replace the  
microphone adaptor with the  
one supplied with the ECM-  
670 Microphone.  
2 Insert the microphone in the  
microphone holder, close the  
holder, and tighten the screw.  
Connect the microphone cable  
to the MIC IN +48 V  
MIC IN +48 V  
connector  
Mark  
connector.  
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Fitting optional microphones (operable with a  
+48 V supply) other than the ECM-670  
Use the same fitting procedure as for the ECM-670,  
but note the following differences with respect to the  
microphone adaptor.  
ECM-672: No microphone adaptor required.  
Slender microphones (19 mm (3/4 inch) diameter):  
Use the microphone adaptor supplied with the  
CAC-12.  
Note  
After removing the camera, if the tripod adaptor pin  
has not returned to its original position, hold down the  
red button and move the lever in the direction of the  
arrow to return the pin to its original position. It is not  
possible to mount a camera with the pin left out.  
Pin  
Fitting to a Tripod  
First fit the VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor to the tripod,  
then mount the camera on the tripod adaptor.  
Adjusting the Position of the  
Shoulder Pad  
The position of the shoulder pad can be adjusted in the  
following manner:  
1 Loosen the two screws.  
Screws  
VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor  
Tripod  
Side the camera forward  
along the slot, until it clicks  
firmly into place.  
Removal  
2 Move the shoulder pad forward or backward for  
your best fit position.  
3 Tighten the two screws.  
Hold down the red button  
and pull the lever in the  
direction of the arrow.  
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Using Accessories  
Using the LC-421 Carrying Case  
Stowing the camera  
Align the camera with the base of the  
carrying case.  
Turn the eyepiece downwards. Then, align the camera  
with the base of the case, and slide the camera in  
forward.  
Checking that the pin at the rear engages correctly,  
push forward until it locks into place.  
Notes  
• Turn the eyepiece of the viewfinder downwards, slide  
the viewfinder fully rearward and to the left, then  
secure it in place before stowing.  
• When an optional microphone (ECM-670/672, C-74,  
etc.) is attached, loosen the microphone fixing  
screws, move the microphone to the lowest position,  
and fix before stowing.  
Base  
Lever  
Example of fully-stowed carrying case  
DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP Color Video Camera  
This can be stored with the following system  
component fitted.  
• CA-D50/D50P/TX7/TX7P Camera Adaptor  
or DSR-1/1P, PVV-3/3P Videocassette  
Recorder  
• DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder  
• ECM-670/ECM-672/C-74 Microphone  
• Zoom lens (VCL-919BY, etc.)  
• CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
LC-421 Carrying  
Case  
VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor  
Fasten straps.  
Cassettes, camera cables, etc.  
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Connections  
Video monitor  
Connecting a Portable VTR  
• If using an S-VHS VTR, using a video monitor with  
an S-video input connector and connecting it to the S-  
video connector of the VTR will allow you to  
monitor a clear picture, with no flecking.  
• The output video signal from the VIDEO OUT  
connector of this unit is a composite video signal.  
Connect the VIDEO OUT connector of this unit to a  
composite video signal input connector of the  
monitor.  
Using the optional CA-D50/D50P Camera Adaptor  
and a camera cable, you can connect a portable VTR.  
Set the VTR selector switch on the camera adaptor  
according to the VTR connected.  
If using a VTR from another manufacturer, consult your  
Sony dealer.  
Connecting a Number of  
Cameras (Using a Camera  
Control Unit)  
Checks before making connections  
Check first that the video camera, camera adaptor,  
VTR, and other devices are all powered off.  
When using a number of cameras in the studio, it may  
be necessary to use a CCU-D50/D50P/TX7/TX7P  
Camera Control Unit to provide video and color sync  
between cameras, and special effects and other devices  
to allow switching, wipes and so forth.  
In the studio it may also be convenient to use a DXF-  
51 Viewfinder.  
Making connections  
Using a camera cable, connect the CCU/VTR/CMA  
connector on the camera adaptor to the camera input  
connector of the VTR.  
The figure below shows an example studio  
configuration.  
Example: Connecting a DVW-250/250P Portable VTR to a  
CA-D50/D50P Camera Adaptor  
For details, consult your Sony dealer.  
CA-D50/D50P  
Camera Adaptor  
Notes  
• When using the CCU-TX7/TX7P Camera Control  
Unit, use the PRO 76 PIN (DIGITAL) connector of  
the CA-TX7/TX7P Camera Adaptor.  
• Before connection, be sure to turn off the camera and  
its peripheral equipment.  
CCU/VTR/CMA  
26-pin connector  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
CCZ-A Camera Cable  
26-pin connector  
CAMERA IN  
DVW-250/250P Portable VTR  
Camera cable  
• Select a camera cable to fit the camera connector on  
the VTR you are using.  
• The maximum camera cable extent is 10 m (33 ft).  
For details, consult your Sony dealer.  
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ConnectionsCCU-D50/D50P  
DXF-51  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
Prompter video signal  
Return video signal  
Reference sync signal  
CA-D50/D50P  
Headset  
RM-M7G  
Camera Remote  
Control Unit  
RCP-D50/D51  
Remote Control  
Panel  
INTERCOM  
(on the front)  
CCU-D50/D50P Camera Control Unit  
Headset  
VTR,  
chroma keyer,  
etc.  
to AC power supply  
DXF-51  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
CA-D50/D50P  
Switcher,  
video  
Headset  
monitor,  
etc.  
RM-M7G RCP-D50/D51  
Camera Remote Remote Control  
Control Unit Panel  
CCU-D50/D50P Camera Control Unit  
Headset  
INTERCOM  
(on the front)  
a) Switching of the SDI, Y/R-Y/B-Y, R/G/B signals can be done  
with the System Setting switch located on the front panel of the  
CCU and by changing wiring of the SDI unit.  
to AC power supply  
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Connecting a Number of Cameras (Without Using a Camera Control  
Unit)  
signal. The camera will then operate synchronized to  
this signal.  
You can adjust the synchronization using the  
MAINTENANCE menus. (See page 66.)  
When using two or more synchronized cameras  
without a camera control unit, connect an external sync  
signal to the GEN LOCK IN connector on the camera  
adaptor (CA-D50/D50P etc.), supplying a VBS or BS  
Example 1: Camera 2 synchronized to the signal from camera 1  
BNC cable  
Camera 1  
Camera 2  
Portable VTR  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
CA-D50/D50P  
CA-D50/D50P  
GEN LOCK IN  
VIDEO OUT  
VIDEO OUT  
CCU/VTR/CMA  
To camera  
connector  
To video input  
connector  
BNC cable  
CCZ-A Camera Cable  
Example 2: Cameras 1 and 2 synchronized to the signal from a special effects unit or similar  
CA-D50/D50P  
Camera 1  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
Video input connector  
BNC cable  
BNC cable  
VIDEO OUT  
GEN LOCK IN  
Sync signal output  
connector  
Special effects  
unit or similar  
Camera 2  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
CA-D50/D50P  
Video input connector  
BNC cable  
BNC cable  
VIDEO OUT  
Sync signal output  
connector  
GEN LOCK IN  
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Power Supply  
This unit operates on either a battery pack or an AC  
supply (using the optional CMA-8A/8ACE AC  
Adaptor).  
Using Battery Packs  
Always fully charge a battery pack before using it.  
For details of the power supplies which can be used, refer to  
the documentation supplied with the VTR connected to this  
unit or the camera adaptor.  
Notes  
• Be careful that other metal objects do not come in  
contact with the metal parts of the battery pack, as  
this could cause a short.  
• Do not leave the battery pack in the camera if it is not  
going to be used for a long time.  
Using an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery  
System and Ultralight System  
Fitting the special battery mount made by Anton Bauer  
Corporation to this unit allows you to use their  
Intelligent Battery System and Ultralight System.  
• If the battery pack is recharged after use while still  
hot, it may not be possible to obtain a full charge.  
For details, consult your Anton Bauer products supplier or  
Sony dealer.  
Battery pack operating times  
The following table shows approximate continuous  
operating times, when operating the camera and 1.5-  
type viewfinder at normal temperatures, with a camera  
adaptor and the DSR-1/1P or PVV-3/3P connected.  
Battery pack  
NP-1Ba)  
Continuous operating time  
about 55 minutes  
BP-90Ab)  
about 115 minutes  
about 70 minutes  
BP-L40Ac)  
BP-M50c)  
BP-IL75c)  
BP-M100c)  
about 90 minutes  
about 140 minutes  
about 200 minutes  
a) Requires the dedicated DC-L1 Battery Case when the  
DSR-1/1P is attached.  
b) Requires the dedicated DL-L90 Battery Case when the  
DSR-1/1P is attached, or the dedicated DC-500 Battery  
Case when the PVV-3/3P is attached.  
c) Requires the dedicated BKW-L601 Battery Case when  
the PVV-3/3P is attached.  
Battery low indications  
When the voltage of the supply to the camera head  
lowers to or below 11.0 V, LOW BATT appears in the  
viewfinder. At this time, the BATT indicator in the  
viewfinder flashes when operating with the DSR-1/1P  
or PVV-3/3P.  
If you continue using the camera head, the BATT  
indicator lights up.  
When the battery pack is low, replace it with a fully-  
charged battery pack.  
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Battery pack charging  
Camera Adaptor Power Supply  
Before using a battery pack, charge it as shown in the  
following table.  
The camera adaptor automatically operates on power  
supplied to the CCU/VTR/CMA connector from the  
portable VTR, CCU-D50/D50P Camera Control Unit,  
CMA-8A/8ACE AC Adaptor or other connected  
device.  
For details of battery charger operation, refer to the  
instructions provided with the battery charger to be used.  
Battery pack  
NP-1B  
Battery charger  
Note  
BC-1WD/1WDCE, BC-410/410CE  
BC-410/410CE  
Before use, check that the device connected to the  
CCU/VTR/CMA connector is able to provide the  
power required by the camera.  
If it is not able to provide the necessary power, or  
when it is necessary to prolong the operating time, use  
the camera with a separate power supply.  
BP-90A  
BP-M50, BP-M100, BC-M50/M100/M100CE  
BP-IL75, BP-L40A  
Notes  
• A warm battery pack may not be able to be fully  
recharged.  
• Even when fully charged, battery packs gradually  
lose their charge naturally. Use the battery packs as  
soon as possible after recharging.  
• To prolong the life of battery packs, store them in a  
cool place (about 20°C (68°F)), and charge in a place  
with an ambient temperature between 10°C and 30°C  
(50°F and 86°F).  
• At low temperatures, the usable time of battery packs  
decreases. The usable time of battery packs increases  
if they are warmed to the room temperature (about  
20°C (68°F)) before use at low temperatures.  
• Compared to the BP-L40A, the BP-IL75 offers better  
performance at low temperature. The BP-IL75 is  
recommended for use at low temperature.  
• Carrying a spare battery pack is recommended.  
The BP-L40A and BP-IL75 are free from memory  
effect. There is no need to discharge it fully before  
recharging.  
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Memory Stick  
Types of Memory Stick  
Using a Memory Stick  
There are two types of Memory Stick: MagicGate  
Memory Stick that are equipped with the MagicGate  
copyright protection technology and general Memory  
Stick. You can use either type of Memory Stick with  
your camera. However, because your camera does not  
support the MagicGate standards, data recorded with  
your camera is not subject to MagicGate copyright  
protection.  
When an optional Memory Stick is inserted into the  
camera, file data can be stored in the Memory Stick,  
which enables you to share data among several  
cameras.  
Inserting a Memory Stick  
Insert a Memory Stick with the labeled side up into  
the Memory Stick slot with the connecting section  
facing the slot until it clicks and the access lamp lights  
in red.  
On MagicGate  
MagicGate is copyright-protection technology that  
uses encryption technology.  
Access lamp  
Before using a Memory Stick  
Memory Stick  
Labeled side  
Terminal  
Write-protect tab  
Notes  
• Never insert/remove a Memory Stick while the red  
access lamp is lit or flashing.  
• If MEMORY STICK ERROR appears on the  
viewfinder screen, wait until it disappears before  
removing the Memory Stick.  
Labeling position  
• You cannot record or erase data when the write-  
protect tab on the Memory Stick is set to LOCK.  
• We recommend backing up important data.  
• Data may be damaged in the following cases:  
— If you remove the Memory Stick, or turn the  
power off when the access lamp is lit or flashing  
— If you use a Memory Stick near static electricity  
or a magnetic field  
To remove a Memory Stick  
If you push on the inserted Memory Stick, it will pop  
out a little. Then pull the Memory Stick out.  
Notes on Memory Sticks  
Notes  
On Memory Stick  
• Prevent metallic objects or your finger from coming  
into contact with the terminal of the connecting  
section.  
• Do not attach any material other than the supplied  
label to the label space.  
• Attach the label at the prescribed labeling position.  
Make sure the label is attached at the labeling  
position properly.  
Memory Stick is a new compact, portable and  
versatile IC recording medium with a data capacity  
that exceeds that of 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.  
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• Do not bend, drop, or apply strong shock to a  
Memory Stick.  
• Do not disassemble or modify a Memory Stick.  
• Do not let the Memory Stick get wet.  
• Do not use or keep a Memory Stick in locations that  
are:  
— Extremely hot such as in a car parked in the sun  
— Under direct sunlight  
— Very humid or subject to corrosive gases  
• When you carry or store a Memory Stick, keep it in  
its case.  
Access lamp  
If the access lamp is lit or flashing, data are being read  
from or written to the Memory Stick. Do not shake  
the camera or subject it to shock. Do not turn off the  
power of the camera or remove the Memory Stick.  
This may damage the data.  
Memory Stick and  
are the trademarks of  
Sony Corporation.  
• MagicGate Memory Stick and  
are the trademarks of Sony Corporation.  
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Chapter  
3
Shooting  
Basic Procedure for Shooting  
5600K button  
ZEBRA switch  
RET button  
POWER switch  
Focusing ring  
FILTER control  
VTR button  
1 Attach the VTR or camera adaptor to the camera  
2 Set the FILTER control and the 5600K button  
head, then turn each device’s power on.  
appropriately for the lighting conditions.  
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FILTER control settings  
8 If required, switch on the center marker and/or  
safety zone (OPERATION menu page 5) and zebra  
pattern (ZEBRA switch) in the viewfinder image.  
Filter setting  
1 (CLEAR)  
2 (1/4 ND)  
Lighting conditions  
Indoor shooting  
Outdoor in cloudy or rainy day.  
Indoor shooting and you wish to reduce  
the depth of field1).  
9 Adjust the white balance (page 73) and black  
balance (page 77).  
3 (1/6 ND)  
4 (1/64ND)  
Outdoor shooting in daytime  
10Turn the focusing ring so that the subject is  
sharply in focus.  
Outdoor shooting and you wish to reduce  
the depth of field, or especially bright  
outdoor ambient light  
It may be convenient to use the EZ FOCUS button  
for the “easy focus” function (see page 13).  
From the viewpoint of the characteristics of lenses,  
shooting with the aperture set in the range of f-4 to  
f-8 is generally recommended for good quality  
pictures. Set the FILTER control to bring the  
aperture setting into that range. However, this may  
not apply when special composition is desired.  
11Set up the VTR according to your shooting  
objectives, then start recording.  
If a camera control unit is not connected: Press  
the VTR button on the camera head or on the  
lens.  
If a camera control unit is connected: Press the  
VTR’s record button to begin recording.  
Setting of the 5600K button  
5600K button  
Example of lighting conditions  
For details of VTR setup and operations, see your  
VTR’s operating instructions.  
OFF (not lit)  
Indoor shooting under lighting with lower  
color temperature, such as a halogen or  
tungsten lamp.  
• During recording, the REC/TALLY indicator(s)  
in the viewfinder light(s), and “REC” appears on  
the viewfinder screen.  
ON (lit)  
Outdoor shooting in daytime, or indoor  
shooting under lighting with higher color  
temperature  
• When recording on the DSR-1/1P, you can use  
the AUDIO LEVEL knob on the front of the  
camera head to manually adjust the channel 1  
audio level. To do this, you must first set up the  
DSR-1/1P to enable manual adjustment of the  
audio recording level.  
3 Check the switch settings on the camera head.  
(See pages 12 to 17.)  
If there is not sufficient time to check the camera  
settings, you can use “easy mode” by pressing the  
EZ MODE button to turn the “easy mode” function  
on. The camera is automatically adjusted to  
standard settings, and the iris and the white balance  
are adjusted automatically.  
For details of this operation, see the operating  
instructions for the DSR-1/1P.  
12To pause recording, press the VTR button again.  
4 Check the settings in the OPERATION menu  
(page 60) and PAINT menu (page 63).  
5 Check the lens settings (page 83) and flange focal  
length adjustment (page 82).  
6 Adjust the eyepiece focus, and the contrast and  
brightness of the viewfinder image (page 81).  
7 Check the sound system settings.  
• Microphone connections  
• Settings on the VTR (refer to the VTR  
instructions)  
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1) Depth of field: This is the range over which the subject  
is sharply in focus.  
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Reviewing the recording  
It is possible to review the last few seconds of the  
recording on the tape (recording review).  
Press the VTR button to pause recording, then press  
the RET button on the lens.  
Depending on how long the button is pressed, the tape  
is automatically rewound over the last two to ten  
seconds from the paused position, and then this part is  
played back in the viewfinder. If the RET button is  
kept pressing, about ten seconds of the recording  
review is possible.  
The VTR then returns to the paused state.  
Note  
This function may not be provided by some VTRs.  
Refer to the instructions for the VTR.  
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Shooting with the DSR-1/1P  
The DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP docks with  
the DSR-1/1P to configure a DVCAM digital  
camcorder.  
The following describes how to shoot using a  
DVCAM digital camcorder.  
Note  
Do not shut off the camera head’s power while  
using the edit search function. The DSR-1/1P may  
not be able to find the continue point.  
4 Release the REV or FWD button when you find  
the tape location where you wish to continue  
shooting.  
Using the Edit Search Function  
While Back Space Editing  
The DSR-1/1P enters recording pause mode.  
While the DSR-1/1P is in recording pause mode, press  
and hold the EDIT SEARCH buttons to activate the  
search playback function for as long as you hold down  
the button. You can use the edit search function to  
find the desired tape location after a recording stop  
during back space editing or when continuing to record  
from any other location on the tape.  
5 Press the VTR button on the camera head or the  
lens.  
The DSR-1/1P starts recording.  
1 Dock the DSR-1/1P to the camera head and turn on  
the power, then insert a cassette into the DSR-1/1P.  
2 Perform steps 2 to 12 in “Basic Procedure for  
Shooting” (page 43).  
3 Press and hold either of the EDIT SEARCH  
buttons (REV or FWD).  
REV button  
FWD button  
The tape is moved in reverse or forward search  
mode for as long as you hold down the REV or  
FWD button, and the image is shown in the  
viewfinder.  
To change the playback speed  
Press the REV or FWD button down firmly into  
the inner position to make the tape move at the  
faster speed. Press the button down lightly to  
make the tape move at the slower speed.  
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While pressing the Shtl button, rotate the shuttle  
memory position knob 1 to set the zoom position.  
Rotate the knob to the T side to move in the telephoto  
direction, and rotate to the W side to move in the wide-  
angle direction.  
Shuttle shot function  
What is the shuttle shot function?  
The shuttle shot function allows you to zoom at  
maximum speed to a preset position (shuttle memory  
position) simply by pressing the lens Shtl button.  
When you release the Shtl button, the lens returns to  
the original position.  
To zoom to the preset shuttle memory  
position  
Press the Shtl button and keep it held down. The lens  
zooms to the preset position and stops.  
When you release the Shtl button, the lens returns to  
the position it was in before the operation.  
Position before  
operation  
Shuttle memory  
position  
Hold Shtl button down.  
Note  
The motorized zoom lever does not function while the  
Shtl button 2 is held down.  
Release Shtl button.  
DIP switch settings  
To set the shuttle memory position  
The DIP switches 3 on the VCL-919BY zoom lens  
are used to make shuttle shot settings.  
By DIP switch settings, the shuttle shot function can  
be assigned to the VTR button and the RET button.  
3
1
Purpose  
DIP switch setting  
(number: position)  
Turn shuttle shot  
function on or off  
Turn on  
Turn off  
1: ON  
1: OFF  
2: OFF  
Assign shuttle shot  
function to VTR  
button  
Turn VTR control  
function on  
Turn shuttle shot  
function on  
2: ON  
Assign shuttle shot  
function to RET  
button  
Turn return video  
display function on  
3: OFF  
Turn shuttle shot  
function on  
3: ON  
DIP switch 4 is reserved. It is not used currently.  
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Chapter  
4
Viewfinder Screen  
Indications and Menus  
Viewfinder Screen Indications  
There are four types of indication screen which appear  
in the viewfinder and the video monitor connected to  
the MONITOR OUT connector, as follows.  
Normal indications  
These show the operating state of the camera and  
connected VTR. (See page 52.)  
Changing the Viewfinder Display  
Use the MENU switch and MENU dial shown in the  
following figure to switch the viewfinder display  
among the normal indications, USER menu pages and  
TOP MENU.  
Status indications  
Pressing the MENU switch to the OFF/STATUS side  
while the normal indications are present calls a  
display of current settings. (See page 51.)  
USER menu  
These provide settings for the lens aperture, shutter  
speed, and so forth. (See page 51.)  
TOP MENU  
This menu is used for user’s menu customization,  
picture quality settings, and storing/retrieving data to/  
from a Memory Stick. (See page 55.)  
MENU dial  
MENU switch  
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Viewfinder Screen Indications  
Status indications  
PLAY  
TAPE NEAR END  
TCG 12:34:56:00  
WHITE  
: 3200K  
A.IRIS : SPOT L.  
SCENE 01: ABCD1234  
DCC  
BATT  
: ON  
: 13.1V  
03 08 01  
12:34:56PM  
5600K  
64ND SKIN W:A 36dB  
1
00.4HZ  
:::::::: 30-25 F5.6  
Press the MENU switch  
toward the OFF/STATUS  
side.  
Normal  
USER menu  
indications  
PLAY  
TAPE NEAR END  
TCG 12:34:56:00  
<USER PAGE 1>  
U1  
WHITE:OK  
A.IRIS OVERRIDE  
DTL LEVEL  
MASTER BLACK  
PRESET MATRIX  
SCREEN MODE  
:
:
:
0
0
0
: STD  
: 16:9  
Press  
the MENU  
switch  
Set the POWER  
switch to ON.  
03 08 01  
12:34:56PM  
5600K  
64ND SKIN W:A 36dB  
1
00.4HZ  
:::::::: 30-25 F5.6  
toward the  
ON/  
CANCEL  
side.  
Turn the MENU dial for  
selection, and press it  
for registration.  
While holding the  
TOP MENU  
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu  
MENU dial pressed,  
press the MENU  
switch toward the  
ON/CANCEL side.  
<PAGE EDIT>  
WHITE:OK  
PAGE: 1/1  
U1 TOP  
<TOP MENU>  
USER  
1:<USER PAGE 1>  
2:<USER PAGE 2>  
3:<USER PAGE 3>  
4:<USER PAGE 4>  
5:<USER PAGE 5>  
6:-----  
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE  
OPERATION  
PAINT  
MAINTENANCE  
FILE  
7:-----  
8:-----  
9:-----  
Turn the MENU  
OPERATION menu  
dial for selection,  
and press it for  
registration.  
<SWITCH>  
1
TOP  
WHITE:OK  
GAIN  
[L]  
[M]  
[H]  
:
:
:
0dB  
9dB  
18dB  
OUTPUT [DCC] : AUTO KNEE  
5600K DIMMER : 5  
OPERETION MENU RESET  
PAINT menu  
<SHUTTER>  
P1 TOP  
WHITE:OK  
: 1/100  
CLS FREQUENCY: 60.38H  
SHUTTER  
Z
EVS : OFF  
PAINT MENU RESET  
MAINTENANCE menu  
<RESET>  
M1 TOP  
ALL MENU RESET  
FILE menu  
<SCENE FILE1>  
F1 TOP  
STORE  
WHITE:OK  
PAGE 1/2  
1 :  
2 :  
3 :  
4 :  
5 :  
6 :  
7 :  
8 :  
9 :  
10:  
When each menu is selected, the previously selected page of the  
menu is displayed.  
STANDARD  
If the power is turned off while a menu page is displayed, the same  
menu page is displayed when the power is turned on again.  
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Displaying the normal indications  
<USER PAGE 1>  
U1  
A.IRIS OVERRIDE :  
DTL LEVEL  
0
0
0
:
To display the normal indications, set the POWER  
switch to the ON position.  
MASTER BLACK  
PRESET MATRIX  
SCREEN MODE  
:
: STD  
: 16:9  
PLAY  
TAPE NEAR END  
TCG 12:34:56:00  
03 08 01  
12:34:56PM  
Displaying the TOP MENU  
5600K  
64ND SKIN W:A  
36dB  
1
00.4H  
Z
:::::::: 30-25 F5.6  
While the normal indications are displayed, while  
holding the MENU dial pressed, press the MENU  
switch toward the ON/CANCEL side. The TOP  
MENU is displayed. From the TOP MENU, you can  
proceed to each menu for advanced settings for the  
camera, user’s menu customization, and storing/  
retrieving data to/from a Memory Stick.  
Displaying the Status indications  
While the normal indications are displayed, press the  
MENU switch toward the OFF/STATUS side. The  
current settings are displayed.  
<TOP MENU>  
PLAY  
TAPE NEAR END  
TCG 12:34:56:00  
USER  
WHITE  
A.IRIS : SPOT L.  
SCENE 01: ABCD1234  
: 3200K  
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE  
OPERATION  
PAINT  
DCC  
BATT  
: ON  
: 13.1V  
MAINTENANCE  
FILE  
03 08 01  
12:34:56PM  
5600K  
64ND SKIN W:A 36dB  
1
00.4H  
Z
:::::::: 30-25 F5.6  
To reinitialize all settings on the menus to  
their factory defaults  
Indication  
Content  
WHITE  
Color temperature during the white balance  
adjustment  
1 Select MAINTENANCE from the TOP MENU.  
A. IRIS  
SCENE  
DCC  
Aperture adjustment method (STD/SPOT L./  
BACK L.)  
2 Display page M1.  
Number and filename of the selected scene  
file  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
ON/OFF of DCC while DCC is selected in the  
menu setting, or ON/OFF of ADAPTIVE while  
ADAPTIVE is selected in the menu setting  
3 Move the cursor to ALL MENU RESET and press  
BATT  
Power voltage indication  
the MENU dial.  
The indication changes to “RESET OK?”.  
Displaying the USER menu  
4 Press the MENU dial again.  
While the normal indications are displayed, press the  
MENU switch toward the ON/CANCEL side. The  
USER menu is displayed. On the USER menu, basic  
camera settings and selection of scene files can be  
performed.  
The indication changes to “ALL MENU RESET,”  
and reinitialization completes.  
To cancel reinitialization, press the MENU switch  
toward the ON/CANCEL side.  
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Viewfinder Normal Indications  
During normal operation, the following items can be  
indicated in the viewfinder.  
1 VTR warning indicationa), b), c)  
2 VTR operation status  
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indicationa), b), c)  
3 Time data indicationa), b), c)  
4 Status display area  
5 Camera ID indicationc)  
ABCD1234  
5600K  
03 08 01  
12:34:56PM  
qg Clock indicationc), d)  
6 5600K indicationc)  
qf Lens f-stop indicationc)  
64ND SKIN W:A  
36dB  
1
00.4H  
Z
:::::::: 30-25 F5.6  
7 Filter setting indicationc)  
qd Tape remaining indicationa), b), c)  
8 SKIN DTL indicationc)  
9 White balance indicationc)  
0 Gain indicationc)  
qs Audio recording level  
indicatorsa), b), c)  
qa Shutter setting indicationc)  
a) Displayed only when a DSR-1/1P is connected.  
b) Displayed only when a PVV-3/3P is connected.  
c) Whether or not to display can be selected by menu setting.  
d) This is recorded over the picture being shot.  
The significance of each of the indications shown in  
the figure is as follows.  
Indication  
HUMID  
RF  
Meaning  
There is condensation.  
The video heads are clogged, or there  
is some other fault in the recording  
system.  
1 VTR warning indication  
This shows warning indications about operation or  
status of the connected VTR.  
SLACK  
The tape is not wound properly.  
OXIDE TAPE  
(PVV-3/3P only)  
An oxide tape has been loaded. (The  
tape is automatically ejected.)  
When connecting the DSR-1/1P or PVV-3/3P  
Indication  
NO TAPE  
Meaning  
a) Even if a VTR is not connected, LOW BATT is displayed  
when the voltage of the power supply to the camera head  
fall to or below 11.0 V.  
There is no tape loaded.  
REC INHIBIT  
The tape is in the recording inhibited  
state.  
LOW BATTa)  
BATT. END  
The battery is almost exhausted.  
The battery is exhausted.  
TAPE NEAR END The tape is near the end.  
TAPE END  
The tape is at the end.  
A device other than a remote control  
unit (e.g. headphones) is connected to  
the REMOTE connector.  
CHECK REMOTE  
(PVV-3/3P only)  
The servo lock has been lost.  
SERVO  
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Only when connecting the DSR-1/1P  
5 Camera ID indication  
The camera ID is displayed while the camera is in  
Color Bar mode.  
Meaning  
Indication  
MP TAPE  
An incorrect type of cassette has  
been loaded. (The cassette is  
automatically ejected and the  
indication disappears in about two  
seconds.)  
6 5600K indication  
This is displayed when the 5600K button is pressed.  
7 Filter setting indication  
This shows the setting of the FILTER control.  
AUDIO 48kHz?  
(4 flashes/s)  
At back space editing, audio  
recording mode has changed from  
32 kHz mode (4-channel mode) to  
48 kHz mode (2-channel mode).  
Indication  
CLEAR  
4ND  
FILTER control setting  
1 (CLEAR)  
2 (1/4ND)  
At back space editing, audio  
AUDIO 32kHz?  
(4 flashes/s)  
recording mode has changed from  
48 kHz mode (2-channel mode) to  
32 kHz mode (4-channel mode).  
16ND  
3 (1/16ND)  
Failure in loading or saving the  
cassette memory data.  
4 (1/64ND)  
ERROR:91-13F  
64ND  
When other error indication  
appears, refer to the operating  
instructions for the DSR-1/1P.  
8 SKIN DTL indication  
This appears when the skin detail function is activated.  
(See page 64.)  
2 VTR operation status indication  
This indicates the VTR’s current operation status  
(REC, PLAY, etc.).  
9 White balance indication  
The following indications appear.  
Indication Meaning  
3 Time data indication  
EZ  
Operating in EZ mode (The ATW function is  
selected.)  
Time data from the VTR depending on the DISPLAY  
switch settings on the VTR are displayed as shown in  
the following table.  
ATW  
The ATW function is selected. (The ATW  
button was pressed and the indicator is lit.)  
W:A  
W:B  
W:P  
W:M  
White balance memory A is selected.  
White balance memory B is selected.  
Preset white balance is selected.  
DISPLAY switch  
setting  
Time data displayed  
COUNTER  
TC  
CNT: Tape transport time  
TCG: a time code data from the time  
code generator  
Manual adjustment is performed remotely.  
TCR: a time code data from the time  
code reader  
0 Gain indication  
This shows the gain value.  
UBG: a user bit data from the user  
bit generator  
U-BIT  
qa Shutter setting indication  
When the SHUTTER switch is set to ON, the shutter  
speed or CLS frequency set on page 1 <SHUTTER> of  
the PAINT menu is displayed here. You can select the  
shutter speed or the CLS frequency with the  
SHUTTER switch.  
When using the DSR-1/1P, time data appear during  
playback, fast forward, rewind, or recording review.  
4 Status display area  
One of the following values or messages is displayed  
to indicate the camera head’s current status or its  
operation status.  
• New values when changing camera head’s settings  
• Messages indicating progress or results of  
adjustments  
• The camera head’s current settings (See “Displaying  
the Status indications” on page 51.)  
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qs Audio recording level indicators  
These show the recording levels of audio channels 1  
and 2 on the VTR.  
Channel 1  
Channel 2  
PVV-3/3P –20 dB  
DSR-1/1P – ∞  
+3 dB  
0 dB  
0 dB  
–2 dB  
qd Tape remaining indication  
This shows the tape remaining in the VTR as follows.  
Indication  
F-30  
Tape remaining  
At least 30 minutes  
25 - 30 minutes  
20 - 25 minutes  
15 - 20 minutes  
10 - 15 minutes  
5 - 10 minutes  
2 - 5 minutes  
30-25  
25-20  
20-15  
15-10  
10-5  
5-0  
5-0 (flashing)  
0 - 2 minutes  
qf Lens f-stop indication  
This shows the f-stop of the lens.  
Note  
Depending on the lens being used, this indication may  
differ slightly from the actual f-stop on the lens.  
qg Clock indication  
The clock indication is shown in one of the following  
ways (according to the CLOCK IND setting on page  
M3 of the MAINTENANCE menu).  
CAM: Always displayed.  
BARS: Displayed whenever color bars are  
displayed.  
OFF: Not displayed.  
If the clock indication is displayed during recording, it  
is superimposed on the image.  
Note  
If the charge of the lithium battery inside the camera  
head is exhausted, the clock indication cannot be  
displayed. Replace the lithium battery and set the clock  
again.  
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Menu Operation  
To perform menu operations, first display the menu on  
the viewfinder screen or the monitor connected via the  
MONITOR OUT connector. There are six menus:  
USER, USER MENU CUSTOMIZE, OPERATION,  
PAINT, MAINTENANCE, and FILE. You can display  
the USER menu directly from the normal-indication  
display, but to select other menus, first display the  
TOP MENU, then select the desired menu.  
Displaying the TOP MENU  
The TOP MENU can be displayed in either of the  
following ways:  
• While holding the MENU dial pressed, press the  
MENU switch toward the ON/CANCEL side.  
• Select TOP at the right top on the menu.  
Note  
<TOP MENU>  
The menus cannot be displayed during EZ MODE, EZ  
FOCUS, auto white balance adjustment, or auto black  
balance adjustment.  
USER  
USER MENU CUSTOMIZE  
OPERATION  
PAINT  
MAINTENANCE  
FILE  
Displaying the Menus  
To make the TOP MENU disappear  
Turn off the camera or press the MENU switch toward  
the OFF/STATUS side.  
The TOP MENU automatically disappears when the  
EZ MODE or EZ FOCUS button is pressed.  
Displaying your desired menu  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
MENU dial  
MENU switch  
For details, see “Displaying the TOP MENU.”  
2 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to your  
desired menu, then press the MENU dial.  
The first page of the selected menu is displayed.  
To make the menu disappear  
Press the MENU switch toward the OFF/STATUS  
side.  
Displaying the USER menu  
While the normal indications are displayed, press the  
MENU switch toward the ON/CANCEL side. The  
USER menu that had been displayed when the power  
was turned off the last time is displayed on the  
viewfinder screen.  
Displaying your desired menu page  
1 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the page  
number at the top of the screen, then press the  
MENU dial.  
Or, press the MENU switch to the ON/CANCEL  
side.  
<USER PAGE 1>  
U1  
A.IRIS OVERRIDE :  
DTL LEVEL  
MASTER BLACK  
PRESET MATRIX  
SCREEN MODE  
0
0
0
:
:
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
: STD  
: 16:9  
2 Turn the MENU dial until your desired menu page  
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is displayed, then press the MENU dial.  
Using the USER Menu  
The question mark changes to an arrow, and the  
selected menu page is displayed.  
You can select desired pages from among the  
OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE and FILE  
menu pages and copy and set them on the USER  
menu. If you register pages frequently used on the  
USER menu, you can easily call those pages and use  
them. In addition, USER PAGE 1 through USER  
PAGE 5, on which you can copy and register  
individual items from the menus, are provided on the  
USER menu. You can place up to ten desired menu  
items on each of these pages.  
Setting the Menus  
Display the menu page on which you wish to make  
settings, then proceed in the following manner:  
1 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to your  
desired item, then press the MENU dial.  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
Registering a desired menu page on the  
USER menu  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select your desired setting  
item or value, then press the MENU dial.  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
The question mark changes to an arrow, and your  
setting is registered.  
For details, see “ Displaying the TOP MENU” on  
page 55.  
Repeat Steps 1 and 2.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU  
CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial.  
When you finish making settings  
Press the MENU switch toward the OFF/STATUS side  
to exit the menu.  
3 Display page U1 <PAGE EDIT>.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
To cancel changing a setting  
While the question mark is displayed in Step 2, press  
the MENU switch toward the ON/CANCEL side. The  
original setting will be restored.  
<PAGE EDIT>  
WHITE:OK  
PAGE: 1/1  
U1 TOP  
1:<USER PAGE 1>  
2:<USER PAGE 2>  
3:<USER PAGE 3>  
4:<USER PAGE 4>  
5:<USER PAGE 5>  
6:-----  
7:-----  
8:-----  
9:-----  
To return a setting item to the default value  
Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor to the item  
whose value you wish to return to its default, then hold  
the MENU dial pressed for three seconds.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select the number for  
which the menu page is to be registered, then press  
the MENU dial.  
The operation select screen appears.  
SELECT  
MOVE  
DELETE  
RET  
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If you select a menu page on which no user page  
has been registered, the PAGE SELECT screen  
shown in Step 5 is displayed.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU  
CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial.  
3 Display page U1 <PAGE EDIT>.  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select SELECT, then press  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
the MENU dial.  
The PAGE SELECT screen appears.  
The PAGE EDIT screen is displayed.  
<PAGE SELECT>  
1 RET  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select the menu page to be  
moved, then press the MENU dial.  
1 :<SWITCH>  
2 :<AUTO IRIS>  
3 :<PRESET WHITE>  
4 :<WHITE MEMORY>  
5 :<VF/MARKER>  
6 :<BOX CURSOR>  
7 :<VF DISPLAY1>  
8 :<VF DISPLAY2>  
9 :<ZEBRA>  
The operation select screen appears.  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select MOVE, then press  
the MENU dial.  
10:<MONITOR OUT>  
The screen returns to the PAGE EDIT screen.  
6 Select a menu page to be registered, and register  
that page following the procedure below.  
6 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the  
position where the page selected in step 4 is to be  
placed, then press the MENU dial.  
To select from among menu pages 1 - 10  
Turn the MENU dial to select a menu page to be  
registered, then press the MENU dial. The selected  
menu page is registered on the USER menu, and  
the screen returns to the TOP MENU screen.  
The selected page moves to the position pointed to  
by the arrow.  
To delete a registered page  
To select menu page 11 or after  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
1) Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the  
figure at the top of the screen, then press the  
MENU dial.  
For details, see “ Displaying the TOP MENU” on  
page 55.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial.  
2) Turn the MENU dial until the desired menu  
3 Display page U1 <USER P1 EDIT>.  
page appears, then press the MENU dial.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
The question mark changes to the arrow.  
3) Turn the MENU dial to select a menu page to be  
The PAGE EDIT screen is displayed.  
registered, then press the MENU dial.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select the menu page to be  
The selected menu page is registered on the USER  
menu, and the screen returns to the PAGE EDIT  
screen.  
deleted, then press the MENU dial.  
The operation select screen appears.  
To change the order of the pages  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select DELETE, then press  
the MENU dial.  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
For details, see “ Displaying the TOP MENU” on  
page 55.  
The menu page selected in Step 4 is deleted, and  
the screen returns to the PAGE EDIT screen.  
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6 Turn the MENU dial to select SELECT, then press  
Registering a desired item on a USER  
PAGE  
the MENU dial.  
The ITEM SELECT screen appears.  
To register a desired item on a USER PAGE, follow  
the procedure below.  
<ITEM SELECT>  
1 RET  
1 :GAIN[L]  
2 :GAIN[M]  
3 :GAIN[H]  
4 :OUTPUT[DCC]  
5 :5600K DIMMER  
6 :OPERATION RESET  
7 :A.IRIS OVERRIDE  
8 :WHT C. TEMP  
9 :WHT C. TEMP FINE  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
For details, see “Displaying the TOP MENU” on page  
55.  
10:WHT C. TEMP R GAIN  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU  
CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial.  
7 Select an item to be registered, following the  
procedure below.  
3 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the page  
number at the top of the screen, then press the  
MENU dial.  
To select from among items 1 - 10  
Turn the MENU dial to select an item to be  
registered, then press the MENU dial. The screen  
returns to the USER P1 EDIT screen, and the  
selected item is displayed.  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select any of U2 through  
U11, then press the MENU dial.  
<USER P1 EDIT>  
U2 TOP  
The USER PAGE setting screen appears.  
U2: USER PAGE 1 setting screen <USER P1  
GAIN[L]  
DTL LEVEL  
MASTER BLACK  
PRESET MATRIX  
SCREEN MODE  
EDIT>  
U3: USER PAGE 2 setting screen <USER P2  
EDIT>  
.
.
U11: USER PAGE 10 setting screen <USER P10  
EDIT>  
To select items 11 or after  
1) Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the  
figure at the top of the screen, then press the  
MENU dial.  
<USER P1 EDIT>  
U2 TOP  
A.IRIS OVERRIDE  
DTL LEVEL  
MASTER BLACK  
PRESET MATRIX  
SCREEN MODE  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
2) Turn the MENU dial until the desired item  
appears, then press the MENU dial.  
The question mark changes to an arrow.  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select the line for which  
the menu item is to be registered, then press the  
MENU dial.  
3) Turn the MENU dial to select the item to be  
registered, then press the MENU dial.  
The screen returns to the USER P1 EDIT  
screen, and the selected item is displayed.  
The operation select screen appears.  
If you select a line for which no item has been  
registered, the ITEM SELECT screen shown in  
Step 6 is displayed.  
Repeat Steps 5, 6 and 7 as required.  
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8 When registration of all your desired items on the  
page is completed, turn the MENU dial to move  
the arrow to TOP at the top of the screen, then  
press the MENU dial.  
Displaying the USER menu  
The USER menu that has been registered as described  
above can be displayed and operated in the same  
manner as with other menus.  
The screen returns to the TOP MENU screen.  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
You must register the USER PAGE you have set to  
one of USER PAGE 1 through USER PAGE 10. Then  
you can retrieve and use the registered USER PAGE  
from the USER menu.  
For details, see “Displaying the TOP MENU” on  
page 55.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER, then press  
the MENU dial.  
For details on how to register a USER PAGE, see  
“Registering a desired menu page on the USER menu,”  
page 56.  
To display other menu pages  
1 Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to the  
figure at the top of the screen, then press the  
MENU dial.  
To change the order of the items  
You can change the order for the items with the same  
method as that for the menu pages.  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
To delete an item  
You can delete an item with the same method as that  
for the menu pages.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select the page to be  
displayed, then press the MENU dial.  
The selected menu page is displayed.  
Resetting the settings on all USER PAGEs  
to the factory-preset values  
1 Display the TOP MENU.  
For details, see “Displaying the TOP MENU,” page 55.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU  
CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial.  
3 Display page U12.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select CUSTOMIZE  
MENU RESET, then press the MENU dial.  
The prompt “RESET OK?” is displayed.  
5 Press the MENU dial.  
The indication “USER MENU RESET” is  
displayed, and the settings on all USER PAGEs are  
reset to the factory-preset values.  
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OPERATION Menu  
The OPERATION menu consists of 11 pages. To  
display the OPERATION menu, first display the TOP  
MENU, turn the MENU dial to select OPERATION,  
then press the MENU dial.  
<SWITCH>  
1
TOP  
GAIN  
[L]  
[M]  
[H]  
:
:
0dB  
9dB  
: 18dB  
OUTPUT [DCC] : AUTO KNEE  
5600K DIMMER : 5  
For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see  
“Displaying the TOP MENU” on page 55.  
OPERATION MENU RESET  
Structure and setting values of the OPERATION menu  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<SWITCH>  
1
GAIN [L]: 0 dB  
GAIN [M]: 9 dB  
GAIN [H]: 18 dB  
3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, To set the GAIN L value  
18, 24, 30, 36  
3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, To set the GAIN M value  
18, 24, 30, 36  
3, 0, 3, 6, 9, 12, To set the GAIN H value  
18, 24, 30, 36  
OUTPUT [DCC]:  
AUTO KNEE  
AUTO KNEE,  
ADAPTIVE  
To set DCC operation mode  
5600K DIMMER: 5  
0 to 5 to 9  
To adjust the brightness for the LED of the 5600K  
button when it is lit to indicate the buttons  
activation  
OPERATION MENU  
RESET  
To reset the OPERATION menu settings to  
factory-preset values  
<AUTO IRIS>  
2
3
AUTO IRIS  
OVERRIDE: 0  
99 to 0 to 99  
To adjust the reference value for auto aperture  
<PRESET WHITE>  
COLOR TEMP:  
3200K  
1520K to 3200K  
to 65535K  
To adjust the preset color temperature value  
(when the W.BAL switch is set to PRE) for  
white balance  
FINE: 0  
99 to 0 to 99  
99 to 0 to 99  
99 to 0 to 99  
2, 2×4FL  
To fine-tune the preset color temperature value  
for white balance  
R GAIN: 0  
B GAIN: 0  
To adjust the R (red) gain of the preset color  
temperature value for white balance  
To adjust the B (blue) gain of the preset color  
temperature value for white balance  
<WHITE MEMORY>  
4
AWB MEMORY  
MODE: 2  
To select if the two A and B white balance values  
are to apply to all four settings of the FILTER  
control or not  
2: Not apply to the FILTER control  
2×4FL: Apply to the FILTER control  
WIDE BAND AWB:  
ON  
ON, OFF  
To select if the 5600K button is to be automatically  
activated when the color temperature changes  
greatly  
SHOCKLESS WHITE: OFF, 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 To adjust the transient time of switching white  
3
balance (this setting does not apply to on/off of the  
5600K button)  
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Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<VF/MARKER>  
5
SAFETY ZONE: ON  
ON, OFF  
To turn the safety-zone display on/off  
To select the size of the safety zone  
90%  
80%, 90%  
NORMALa) NORMAL,  
ASPECT  
To select if the safety zone is to change in  
accordance with the aspect ratio  
ASPECT IND: OFFa)  
LINE, MASK,  
LINE&MASK,  
OFF  
To select the aspect indication: by line (LINE)  
or masking off a portion (MASK)  
(- -)a)  
15:9, 14:9, 13:9,  
4:3  
To select the aspect ratio for aspect indication  
(available only when ASPECT IND is set to LINE)  
CENTER MARKER:  
OFF  
ON, OFF  
To turn the center marker on/off  
VF SCAN: AUTOa)  
AUTO, 16:9, 4:3  
To select if the aspect ratio of the camera is  
to apply to the viewfinder  
<BOX CURSOR>  
<VF DISPLAY1>  
6
7
CURSOR: OFF  
H POSITION: 50  
V POSITION: 50  
H WIDTH: 50  
V WIDTH: 50  
IRIS: ON  
ON, OFF  
To turn the box cursor display on/off  
0 to 50 to 99  
0 to 50 to 99  
0 to 50 to 99  
0 to 50 to 99  
ON, OFF  
To adjust the horizontal position of the box cursor  
To adjust the vertical position of the box cursor  
To adjust the horizontal width of the box cursor  
To adjust the vertical width of the box cursor  
To turn on/off the display of IRIS setting value  
on the viewfinder  
GAIN: ON  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
×1, ×2  
To turn on/off the display of GAIN setting value  
on the viewfinder  
WHITE: ON  
To turn on/off the display of WHITE setting value  
on the viewfinder  
ND FILTER: ON  
5600K: ON  
To turn on/off the display of FILTER setting value  
on the viewfinder  
To turn on/off the 5600K indication on the  
viewfinder  
SHUTTER: ON  
SKIN DTL: ON  
AUDIO: ON  
To turn on/off the display of SHUTTER setting  
value on the viewfinder  
To turn on/off the display of SKIN DTL setting  
value on the viewfinder  
<VF DISPLAY2>  
8
To turn on/off the display of AUDIO setting  
value on the viewfinder  
TAPE REMAIN: ON  
VTR STATUS: ON  
VTR ALARM: ON  
TIME CODE: ON  
VF TALLY: ×1  
To turn on/off the tape remaining time display  
on the viewfinder  
To turn on/off the VTR status display on the  
viewfinder  
To set if VTR warning indications are displayed on  
the viewfinder or not  
To set if time code is displayed on the viewfinder or  
not  
To select if both the upper and lower tally  
lamps (×2) in the viewfinder are to function or only  
the upper lamp (×1) functions  
<ZEBRA>  
9
ZEBRA MODE: 1&2  
1, 2, 1&2  
To select if one zebra pattern or two zebra  
patterns are to be displayed  
ZEBRA1 LEVEL: 75% 50 to 75 to 109  
WIDTH: 10% 0 to 10 to 30  
ZEBRA2 LEVEL: 100% 50 to 100 to 109  
To adjust the display level of Zebra 1  
To adjust the range of video level of Zebra 1  
To adjust the display level of Zebra 2  
a) - -: Not available for the DXC-D50/D50P  
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Menu Operation  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<MONITOR OUT>  
10  
MONITOR OUT: ENC ENC, Y  
To select the output signal from the  
MONITOR OUT connector  
CHARACTER: ON  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
ON, OFF  
To select if character data are to be superimposed  
on the MONITOR OUT signal or not  
RM CHARACTER:  
OFF  
To select if character data are to be superimposed  
on the REMOTE signal or not  
<TLCS>  
11  
AGC: ON  
To set if AGC is to be activated or not when TLCS  
is activated  
AGC LIMIT: 12  
3, 6, 9, 12, 15, 18 To adjust the limit value for AGC when TLCS  
is activated  
AGC CHANGE  
POINT: F2.8  
F-5.6, F-4,F-2.8,  
F-2, OPEN  
To adjust the aperture value at which AGC (auto  
gain control) is to be activated when TLCS is  
activated  
AE: ON  
ON, OFF  
To set if AE (electronic shutter) is to be activated or  
not when TLCS is activated  
AE LIMIT: 1/250  
1/100, 1/150,  
1/200, 1/250  
To set the limit value for AE (electronic shutter)  
operation when TLCS is activated  
AE CHANGE  
POINT: F16  
F-16, F-11, F-8,  
F-5.6  
To set the aperture limit value at which AE  
(electronic shutter) operation is to be activated  
when TLCS is activated  
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PAINT Menu  
The PAINT menu consists of 10 pages. To display the  
PAINT menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the  
MENU dial to select PAINT, then press the MENU  
dial.  
<SHUTTER>  
SHUTTER  
CLS FREQUENCY: 60.38H  
P1 TOP  
: 1/100  
Z
EVS : OFF  
For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see  
“Displaying the TOP MENU” on page 55.  
PAINT MENU RESET  
Structure and setting values of the PAINT menu  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<SHUTTER>  
P1  
SHUTTER: 1/100 a)  
CLS FREQUENCY:  
50.31 (PAL)  
60.38 (NTSC)  
To adjust the shutter speed  
To adjust the CLS frequency  
60.38 Hzb)  
EVS: OFF  
ON, OFF  
To set EVS (The vertical resolution is chaged  
from 400 lines to 450 lines.)  
Note  
When EVS is turned ON, the vertical resolution  
can be increased, but aliasing may be  
generated when shooting a moving subject.  
PAINT MENU RESET  
MASTER BLACK: 0  
To reset the PAINT menu settings  
<BLACK/FLARE>  
<DETAIL>  
P2  
P3  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the master black level  
FLARE LEVEL:  
[R] 0 [G] 0 [B] 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the flare level  
ON  
LEVEL: 0  
ON, OFF  
To turn the flare on/off  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the detail (contour correction) level  
H/V RATIO: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the ratio of vertical detail to horizontal  
detail in detail correction (contour correction)  
LEVEL DEPEND: 0  
FREQUENCY: 0  
CRISP: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To decrease the black level in the detail  
correction (contour correction)  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust thickness of contour lines for the detail  
correction (contour correction)  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the level at which noise signals are to  
be removed in the detail correction (contour  
correction)  
<GAMMA/BLACK  
GAMMA>  
P4  
GAMMA LEVEL:  
[R] 0 [B] 0 [M] 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the gamma curve  
BLACK GAMMA LEVEL: 99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the gamma curve near the black  
[R] 0 [B] 0 [M] 0  
a) NTSC: 1/100, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, CLS  
PAL: 1/60, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, CLS  
b) When the camera is used alone  
When the camera is used with the RCP-D50/D51  
NTSC: 60.38 Hz to 6000 Hz  
PAL: 50.31 Hz to 6000 Hz  
NTSC: 60.38 Hz to 6000 Hz  
PAL: 50.00 Hz to 6000 Hz  
When the camera is used with the RCP-TX7  
NTSC: 60.38 Hz to 200.3 Hz (The display on the panel  
of the RCP-TX7 is 60.4.)  
PAL: 50.31 Hz to 201.4 Hz  
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Menu Operation  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<KNEE/WHITE CLIP>  
P5  
KNEE POINT: 0  
(not available when DCC  
is activated)  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the knee point  
KNEE SLOPE: 0  
(not available when DCC  
is activated)  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the knee slope  
WHITE CLIP: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the white clip level  
<WHITE SHADING>  
<SKIN DTL/MATRIX>  
P6  
P7  
V MODULATION:  
[R] 0 [G] 0 [B] 0  
99 to 0 to 99 For vertical shading correction of the white  
SKIN DTL: OFF  
LEVEL: 50  
ON, OFF  
To turn skin tone detail on/off  
0 to 50 to 99  
To adjust the detail level when skin-tone detail  
is set to ON. At 99, the maximum effects are  
obtained.  
SET: EXECUTE  
To execute the skin set (The box cursor  
appears at the center of the screen. Move the  
cursor to where you wish to execute the skin set  
by turning the MENU dial, then press it to  
execute the skin set. For about 3 seconds after  
the MENU dial is pressed, a zebra pattern will  
be displayed to indicate the location where the  
skin tone is activated.)  
PHASE: 0  
WIDTH: 30  
0 to 359 to 0  
0 to 30 to 90  
To adjust the color phase when the skin-tone  
detail is activated (the color phase is  
automatically calculated when SET is executed,  
but it can be manually changed)  
To adjust the width of color phase when skin-  
tone detail is activated (as the value becomes  
smaller, the width of the detail effects  
decreases)  
SATURATION: 89  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the saturation (color intensity) of the  
color on which skin-tone detail is to function  
GATE: OFF  
ON, OFF  
To turn on/off the function that enables checking  
of the range where skin-tone detail is  
functioning (If GATE is set to ON, the areas  
where skin-tone detail is functioning can be  
checked with the zebra signal displayed on the  
viewfinder. If the MONITOR OUT signal is  
monitored, the color tone of the area where  
skin-tone deail is functioning changes. The  
GATE signal is not superimposed on the output  
from the VIDEO OUT connector.)  
SKIN MATRIX  
To change the matrix of the phase area where  
skin-tone detail is functioning  
SATURATION: 0  
HUE: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the color saturation (color intensity)  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the hue  
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Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<USER MATRIX>  
P8  
SATURATION: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the color saturation (color intensity) of  
the whole picture  
HUE: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the hue of the whole picture  
[-R] [-G] [-B]  
To adjust the matrix  
R: –  
G: 0  
B: 0  
0
0
0
0
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the R-G, R-B axes  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the G-R, G-B axes  
99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the B-R, B-G axes  
STD, HI SAT, To adjust the preset matrix  
PRESET MATRIX: STD  
FL  
STD: Standard color tone  
HI SAT: For more vivid picture (The color  
intensity increases a little.)  
FL: For shooting under fluorescent light, to  
prevent the skin colors becoming greenish  
<LOW KEY  
SATURATION>  
P9  
LEVEL: 0  
99 to 0 to 99 To correct the color saturation (color intensity)  
in dark areas  
<CROSS COLOR>  
P10  
SUPPRESSION: 0  
0 to 99  
To reduce coloring caused by cross color when  
a fine pattern is shot  
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Menu Operation  
MAINTENANCE Menu  
The MAINTENANCE menu consists of 6 pages. To  
display the MAINTENANCE menu, first display the  
TOP MENU, turn the MENU dial to select  
<RESET>  
M1 TOP  
ALL MENU RESET  
MAINTENANCE, then press the MENU dial.  
For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see  
“Displaying the TOP MENU” on page 55.  
Structure and setting values of the MAINTENANCE menu  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<RESET>  
M1  
ALL MENU RESET  
To reset all user-set menu items to the  
factory-preset values (The date and time settings  
are not reset.)  
<GEN LOCK>  
M2  
GENLOCK  
GENLOCK settings (No value is displayed when  
genlock is not performed.)  
H PHASE [COARSE]: 0 99 to 0 to 99  
To adjust the horizontal phase  
To fine-adjust the horizontal phase  
To adjust the SC phase  
H PHASE [FINE]: 0  
SC PHASE: 0  
99 to 0 to 99  
0 to 99  
MAINTENANCE  
MENU RESET:  
To reset the MAINTENANCE menu settings to the  
factory-preset values (The date and time settings  
are not reset.)  
<CLOCK>  
M3  
Ex.)2003/04/30 08:32:45  
HOUR TYPE: 12H  
DATE TYPE: 1  
To set the date and time  
12H, 24H  
1 to 6  
To select the type of time indication  
To select the type of date indication:  
1: Y/Mn/D (year/month/day, month in numerics)  
2: Mn/D (month/day, month in numerics)  
3: D/M/Y (day/month/year)  
4: D/M (day/month)  
5: M/D/Y (month/day/year)  
6: M/D (month/day)  
CLOCK IND: OFF  
OFF, CAM, BARS To select the clock indication to be output from  
the VIDEO OUT connector:  
OFF: No clock indication  
CAM: To display clock indication during  
video output and color-bar output  
BARS: To display the clock indication only during  
color-bar output  
<CAMERA ID>  
M4  
CAMERA ID:  
Up to 8 characters are output during color-bar  
output (On the character-input screen, press RET  
to register an entered camera ID.)  
CAMERA ID IND: OFF  
LENS: 3  
ON, OFF  
1 to 16  
To turn on/off the camera ID indication in color bar  
mode  
<LENS SELECT> M5  
Select the lens number according to the lens to be  
used. (If your lens is not among the choices, shoot  
a white subject and select the lens number for  
which no color appears at the upper and lower  
portions of the screen.)  
For details, see Designating the lenson page 83.  
To display the typical products of the selected lens  
file  
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Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable  
values  
Remarks  
<OTHERS>  
M6  
COLOR BARS  
SMPTE  
To select the type of the color bars  
MODE: SMPTE (NTSC) (SPLIT for PAL),  
FULL (75%) (PAL) FULL (75%),  
FULL (100%)  
TONE: ON  
ON, OFF  
To turn on/off 1-kHz-tone signal output (When  
TONE is set to ON, the tone signal is output in  
color bar mode.)  
VF PB SELECT: Y  
, Y, VBS  
To select the video output to the viewfinder  
(available when the DSR-1/1P is connected):  
Y: Monochrome signal  
VBS: Color signal  
SCREEN MODE: 16:9 16:9, 4:3  
(Not available for the  
To select the aspect ratio of the output signal  
DXC-D50/D50P)  
WIDE ID: ON  
ON, OFF  
To turn on/off wide ID output when SCREEN  
MODE is set to 16:9  
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FILE Menu  
The FILE menu consists of 4 pages. To display the  
FILE menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the  
MENU dial to select FILE, then press the MENU dial.  
Using the scene files, data for specific shooting  
conditions are stored in memory of this unit, and  
stored data can be retrieved.  
Up to 20 scene files can be registered, and scene files  
can be stored in a Memory Stick. A scene file stored in  
a Memory Stick can be copied to other DXC-D50/  
D50P/D50WS/D50WSP cameras to easily share the  
same setup among several cameras.  
For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see  
“Displaying the TOP MENU” on page 55  
<SCENE FILE1>  
WHITE:OK  
F1 TOP  
STORE  
PAGE 1/2  
1 :  
2 :  
6 :  
7 :  
8 :  
9 :  
10:  
For details, see “Storing and Retrieving a Scene File” on  
page 70, and “Storing to and Retrieving from a Memory  
Stick” on page 71.  
3 :  
4 :  
5 :  
STANDARD  
SCENE WHITE DATA: ON  
Structure and setting values of the FILE menu  
Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable Remarks  
values  
<SCENE FILE1>  
F1  
PAGE 1/2  
1/2, 2/2  
To select a scene file. Up to 20 files can be set or  
selected. If the 11th file or onward is not set, Page  
2/2 will not be displayed.  
STORE  
To store a scene file  
PAGE 1/2:1: to 10:  
PAGE 2/2:11: to 20:  
To retrieve the scene file corresponding to the selected  
number  
STANDARD:  
To select if the standard settings are to be used or not  
SCENE WHITE DATA:  
ON  
ON, OFF  
To select if white balance data are to be included in the  
scene files. When SCENE WHITE DATA is set to ON,  
white balance data are included in the scene files.  
<SCENE FILE2>  
F2  
SCENE FILE  
To write or read a scene file to/from a Memory Stick  
To copy the data in the Memory Stick to the camera  
READ (MStCAMERA)  
Note  
If scene files are stored in the camera, they are  
replaced by the data from the Memory Stick.  
WRITE  
(CAMERAtMS)  
To write the data in the camera onto the Memory Stick.  
All scene files set in the camera are copied.  
Note  
If any scene file data are stored in the Memory Stick,  
they are replaced by the data from the camera.  
FILE ID:  
A filename within 8 characters can be set.  
CAM CODE  
The model name of the camera is automatically  
displayed.  
DATE 2003/08/01  
To display the date when a file is created  
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Submenu title  
Page Setting item:  
Initial value  
Selectable Remarks  
values  
<OPERATOR FILE> F3  
OPERATOR FILE  
To write or read data for this camera (incl. settings  
of customized USER menu) to/from a Memory  
Stick  
READ (MStCAMERA)  
To copy the data in the Memory Stick to the camera  
Note  
If any scene file data are stored in the camera, they are  
replaced by the data from the Memory Stick.  
WRITE (CAMERAtMS)  
To write the data in the camera to the Memory Stick  
Note  
If any scene file data are stored in the Memory Stick,  
they are replaced by the data from the camera.  
FILE ID:  
A filename within 8 characters can be set.  
CAM CODE  
The model name of the camera is automatically  
displayed.  
DATE 2003/08/01  
To display the date when a file is created  
To format a Memory Stick  
<MEMORY STICK>  
F4  
MEMORY STICK FORMAT  
Note  
All data stored in the Memory Stick will be erased.  
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Retrieving a scene file  
Storing and Retrieving a Scene  
File  
1 Display page F1 <SCENE FILE1> of the FILE  
menu.  
Storing a scene file  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
<SCENE FILE1>  
WHITE:OK  
F1 TOP  
STORE  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select the number  
corresponding to the desired scene file, then press  
the MENU dial.  
PAGE 1/2  
1 :  
2 :  
6 :  
7 :  
8 :  
9 :  
10:  
3 :  
4 :  
5 :  
The selected scene file is retrieved, and the settings  
of the camera are replaced with the data from the  
retrieved file.  
STANDARD  
SCENE WHITE DATA: ON  
1 Make the adjustments of the camera so that the  
values you wish to store as a scene file are  
obtained.  
2 Display page F1 <SCENE FILE1> of the FILE  
menu.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
3 Turn the MENU dial to select STORE, then press  
the MENU dial.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select FILE NO, then press  
the MENU dial.  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select a scene-file number  
corresponding to the memory cell in which you  
wish to store the setting data, then press the MENU  
dial.  
6 Turn the MENU dial to select FILE NAME, then  
press the MENU dial.  
The arrow changes to a question mark.  
7 Enter a filename within 8 characters.  
8 Press EXECUTE.  
The setting values of the camera adjusted in Step 1  
are stored in the camera as a scene file.  
You can store a scene file without entering a filename  
(only with the file number).  
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All scene files stored in the Memory Stick are  
written to the camera. If any scene file has already  
been stored in the camera, that is replaced with the  
data from the Memory Stick.  
Storing to and Retrieving from a  
Memory Stick  
A scene file or an operator file stored in the camera  
can be copied to and stored in the Memory Stick, and  
stored data can be read by another camera.  
Storing the operator file  
1 Display page F3 <OPERATOR FILE> of the FILE  
Storing a scene file  
menu.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
<SCENE FILE2>  
SCENE FILE  
F2 TOP  
READ (MS tCAMERA)  
WRITE(CAMERAt MS)  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select FILE ID, then press  
the MENU dial.  
FILE ID :  
CAM CODE DXC-D50WS  
DATE 2003/08/01  
3 Enter a filename within 8 characters, then press  
RET.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select WRITE  
(CAMERAtMS), then press the MENU dial.  
1 Display page F2 <SCENE FILE2> of the FILE  
menu.  
All setting data, including the customized USER  
menu, in the camera are written to the Memory  
Stick as the operator file. If any data have already  
been stored in the Memory Stick, those data are  
replaced with the data from the camera.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select FILE ID, then press  
the MENU dial.  
Retrieving the operator file  
3 Enter a filename within 8 characters, then press  
RET.  
1 Display page F3 <OPERATOR FILE> of the FILE  
menu.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to select WRITE  
(CAMERAtMS), then press the MENU dial.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
All files stored in the camera are written to the  
Memory Stick. If any data have already been  
stored in the Memory Stick, those data are replaced  
with the data from the camera.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select READ  
(MStCAMERA), then press the MENU dial.  
The operator file stored in the Memory Stick is  
written to the camera. If an operator file has  
already been stored in the camera, that is replaced  
with the data from the Memory Stick.  
Retrieving a scene file  
1 Display page F2 <SCENE FILE2> of the FILE  
menu.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu” on  
page 55.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to select READ  
(MStCAMERA), then press the MENU dial.  
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5
Adjustments and  
Settings  
White Balance Adjustment  
Adjusting the white balance ensures that as lighting  
conditions change white objects remain white in the  
image and tones remain natural.  
Saving an Appropriate White  
Balance Value in Memory  
The color of light emitted varies from one light source  
to another, and as the lighting changes the apparent  
color of an illuminated subject changes. It is therefore  
necessary to adjust the white balance each time the  
principal lighting source changes.  
You can save two white balance values in separate  
memories, A and B. Unless changed, the saved values  
are retained for approximately ten years, even when  
the camera is powered off.  
Once a value is saved, you can automatically restore  
the adjustment by moving the W. BAL switch to the A  
or B position. This makes shooting under alternating  
lighting conditions easy.  
Separate white balance values for each  
FILTER control setting  
In the default case, as described above, the same two A  
and B white balance values apply to all four settings of  
the FILTER control. It is possible, however, to change  
the AWB MEMORY MODE setting on page 4  
<WHITE MEMORY> of the OPERATION menu (see  
page 60) so that there are eight possibly different  
values for the A and B positions and for the four  
FILTER control settings.  
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White Balance Adjustment  
Area of white within this  
rectangle should be  
equivalent to at least 10% of  
the image area.  
1
2 1  
4
Center of the screen  
approximately  
approximately  
70% of the  
width of the  
image  
70% of the  
height of the  
image  
5 3 1 3  
5 Push the WHT/BLK switch in the WHT direction  
and release.  
The white balance adjustment is carried out.  
During the adjustment the legend  
1 Make the following settings on the camera.  
• POWER switch: ON/SAVE  
• OUTPUT/DCC switch: one of the CAM  
positions  
“AWB:EXECUTING” appears in the viewfinder.  
After a few seconds the adjustment is complete,  
and the legend in the viewfinder changes to  
“AWB:OK” plus a color temperature, as shown in  
the following figure.  
• Lens aperture selector: A (automatic)  
• ATW button: OFF  
2 Set the FILTER control according to the lighting  
conditions. (See page 44.)  
AWB:0K  
3200K  
This step is not required when WIDE BAND  
AWB is set to ON on page 4 <WHITE  
MEMORY> of the OPERATION menu.  
3 Set the W. BAL switch to A or B.  
The adjustment value is automatically saved in  
memory A or B as selected above.  
4 Arrange a white subject (paper, cloth, etc.) under  
the same lighting conditions as for shooting, and  
zoom in on it so that as far as possible the whole  
screen is white.  
If you press the WHT/BLK switch toward either  
side while “AWB: EXECUTING” is being  
displayed, the white balance adjustment in  
progress is canceled, and the camera returns to the  
previous state.  
The minimum white area requirements for the  
adjustment are shown in the following figure.  
To save the white balance adjustment for different  
lighting conditions, repeat steps 2 to 4 above. You can  
save two different values for the white balance, in  
memories A and B.  
Note  
When using a camera control unit or remote control  
unit, if the W/B BALANCE switch of the control unit  
is set to PRESET or MANUAL, it is not possible to  
carry out white balance adjustment on the camera.  
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To retrieve a white balance value from  
memory  
Before beginning shooting, set the W. BAL switch to  
the A or B position. This automatically sets the  
camera to the white balance adjustment saved in the  
corresponding memory.  
Message  
AWB:NG  
Meaning and corrections to be made  
Check the subject, then perform the  
Auto White Balance adjustment again.  
If AWB adjustment cannot be performed  
on the second try, consult your Sony  
dealer.  
TIME LIMIT  
AWB:BREAK  
This message is displayed when the  
AWB adjustment is canceled upon your  
pressing the WHT/BLK switch to either  
side while the adjustment is being  
performed.  
If white balance adjustment cannot be  
completed automatically  
The warning message “AWB:NG” appears in the  
viewfinder.  
WHITE:PRESET The W. BAL switch is in the PRESET  
Make the necessary corrections, then carry out the  
process again.  
position.  
Move the W. BAL switch to the A or B  
position.  
Warning messages for white balance adjustment  
BARS  
The camera is outputting a color bar  
signal.  
Move the OUTPUT/DCC switch to one  
of the CAM positions.  
Message  
Meaning and corrections to be made  
AWB:NG  
Light level is too low.  
LOW LIGHT  
• Increase the illumination level, open  
the aperture, or use the GAIN switch  
to increase the video signal level.  
• Check the setting of the FILTER  
control.  
Using the Preset White Balance  
Settings  
• After these checks, retry the  
adjustment.  
AWB:NG  
OVER LEVEL  
The camera provides two preset white balance settings,  
for instant shooting with approximately the correct  
adjustment.  
There are also particular shooting conditions under  
which the preset values may give better results than the  
human eye adjustment.  
The subject is not white, or the lighting  
level is too high.  
• Use a white subject.  
• Lower the illumination level, stop down  
the aperture, or use the GAIN switch  
to decrease the video signal level.  
• Check the setting of the FILTER  
control.  
• After these checks, retry the  
adjustment.  
1 Set the W. BAL switch to PRE.  
AWB:NG  
The color temperature is too low. Try  
The white balance is automatically adjusted for the  
preset white balance selected on page 3 <PRESET  
WHITE> of the OPERATION menu (see  
page 60).  
C.TEMP.LOW the following, in this order of  
precedence.  
(1) If the FILTER control is in position 3  
or 4, change it to position 1 or 2,  
then retry the adjustment.  
(2) Check that the subject is completely  
white, then retry the adjustment.  
(3) The color temperature may be  
outside the range of the camera. Fit  
an appropriate color temperature  
conversion filter, then retry the  
adjustment.  
2 Press the 5600K button as required.  
The color temperature is too high. Try  
the following, in this order of  
precedence.  
AWB:NG  
C.TEMP.HI  
(1) If the FILTER control is in position 1  
or 2, change it to position 3 or 4,  
then retry the adjustment.  
(2) Check that the subject is completely  
white, then retry the adjustment.  
(3) The color temperature may be  
outside the range of the camera. Fit  
an appropriate color temperature  
conversion filter, then retry the  
adjustment.  
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White Balance Adjustment  
Light Sources and Color  
Temperature  
Using the ATW (Auto Tracing  
White Balance) Function  
Adjustment of the white balance to match the light  
source is essential to ensure correct color rendering.  
The color of a light source is indicated as a color  
temperature in kelvins (K). It is higher for bluish light,  
and lower for reddish light. When the camera is  
shipped it is adjusted for use with video lights (halogen  
lamps with a color temperature of 3200 K). For use  
with other light sources, therefore, adjustment is  
required.  
The ATW function continuously adjusts the white  
balance automatically to adapt to changes in lighting  
conditions.  
Note  
Depending on the shooting conditions, automatic  
adjustment may not necessarily give optimum results.  
For the best possible results, use the W. BAL switch.  
First use the FILTER control to set the approximate  
color temperature, then carry out white balance  
adjustment.  
The following table shows typical color temperature  
values for different light sources.  
To use the ATW function  
Press the ATW button turning the indicator on.  
This activates the ATW function, and the ATW  
indication appears in the viewfinder.  
To disable the ATW function, press the ATW button  
again, turning the indicator off.  
Color temperatures of different light sources  
If the ATW function does not operate correctly  
A warning massage appears in the viewfinder as  
shown in the table below.  
Color temperature (K)  
Light source  
Natural  
Artificial  
Clear sky  
Light cloud  
V
10,000  
8,000  
7,000  
6,000  
5,000  
Meaning and corrections to be made  
Message  
Cloudy or rainy  
skies  
Blue light  
:C.TEMP.LOW If the 5600K button is turned on (lit),  
press the button to turn it off. Then retry  
the ATW operation.  
V
Fluorescent light  
(daylight white)  
:C.TEMP.HIGH If the 5600K button is turned off (not lit),  
press the button to turn it on (lit). Then  
retry the ATW operation.  
Direct sunlight, Mercury lighting  
v
White light  
V
noon  
Fluorescent light  
(white)  
One hour after  
sunrise or  
before sunset  
Fluorescent light  
(warm white)  
4,000  
3,500  
3,200  
3,000  
2,500  
Studio lighting  
v
Yellow light  
V
Halogen lamps  
and video lights  
Thirty minutes  
Incandescent  
after sunrise or lighting  
before sunset  
Sodium street-  
lighting  
v
Sunrise or  
sunset  
Candlelight  
Red light  
2,000  
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Black Balance Adjustment  
Correct adjustment of the black balance is important  
for optimum operation of a video camera. It is  
necessary when using the camera for the first time or  
after a significant period out of use, and also when  
there has been a sudden change in temperature.  
The adjustment value is saved in memory, and  
readjustment is not normally necessary after powering  
the camera off or simply when lighting conditions  
change.  
is canceled, and the camera returns to the previous  
state.  
Notes  
When using a camera control unit or remote control  
unit, if the W/B BALANCE switch of the control unit  
is set to MANUAL, it is not possible to carry out  
black balance adjustment on the camera.  
The black balance cannot be adjusted while  
recording. Since the readout mode of the CCD  
changes during black balance adjustment, some  
disturbance may be generated in the video output  
signal from the camera. If automatic black balance is  
activated when any peripheral equipment is  
connected, noise may be generated or warning  
indication may light, but this is not a problem.  
If black balance adjustment cannot be  
completed automatically  
The warning message “ABB:NG” appears in the  
viewfinder.  
Make the necessary corrections, then carry out the  
process again.  
2
1
Warning messages for black balance adjustment  
1 Move the POWER switch to the ON/SAVE  
position, and check that the OUTPUT/DCC switch  
is in one of the CAM positions.  
Message  
ABB:NG  
IRIS  
NOT CLOSE  
Meaning and corrections to be made  
The lens aperture did not close fully.  
Check whether the lens cable is  
connected properly, and whether there is  
a fault in the lens. If a second attempt to  
carry out the adjustment fails, consult  
your Sony dealer.  
2 Push the WHT/BLK switch in the BLK direction  
and release.  
The lens aperture closes, and black balance  
adjustment is carried out.  
During the adjustment the legend  
ABB:NG  
OVER FLOW  
The aperture opened during adjustment  
or there is a hardware error.  
Close the aperture and try again. If this  
fails, consult your Sony dealer.  
“ABB:EXECUTING” appears in the viewfinder.  
Close the lens, then perform the Auto  
Black Balance adjustment again.  
If ABB adjustment cannot be performed  
on the second try, consult your Sony  
dealer.  
ABB:NG  
TIME LIMIT  
ABB:EXECUTING  
REFERENCE READ G  
ABB:BREAK  
BARS  
This message is displayed when the ABB  
adjustment is canceled upon your  
pressing the WHT/BLK switch to either  
side while the adjustment is being  
performed.  
The camera is outputting a color bar  
signal.  
Move the OUTPUT/DCC switch to one of  
the CAM positions.  
After a dozens of seconds the adjustment is  
complete, and the legend in the viewfinder changes  
to “ABB:OK.”  
If you press the WHT/BLK switch toward either  
side while “ABB: EXECUTING” is being  
displayed, the black balance adjustment in progress  
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Shutter Settings  
This section covers the settings for electronic shutter  
speed and CLS (clear scan ) function.  
The new value for the shutter speed or clear scan  
frequency setting remains set until changed, even  
when the camera is powered off.  
Shutter speeds  
There are six shutter speeds, from 1/100 s (DXC-D50/  
D50WSL) or 1/60 s (DXC-D50P/D50WSPL) to 1/2000 s.  
Increasing the shutter speed reduces blurring when  
shooting a fast-moving subject. It is also possible to  
reduce flicker when shooting under fluorescent  
lighting by changing the shutter speed.  
SHUTTER switch  
CLS (Clear Scan) function  
When shooting a computer screen or projected image,  
horizontal bands may appear in the camera image.  
This is because the vertical scan frequency of the  
computer-generated image is different from the  
vertical scan frequency of the video system. The clear  
scan function allows you to select a vertical scan  
frequency to reduce this interference.  
1 Set the SHUTTER switch to the ON position.  
The SHUTTER indicator in the viewfinder comes  
on, and it is now possible to change the shutter  
speed or clear scan frequency setting.  
2 Press the SHUTTER switch toward the SEL side  
from the ON position.  
The current shutter setting is displayed for about 3  
seconds at the shutter setting indication in the  
viewfinder.  
Setting the shutter speed and CLS  
function  
Example: “:SHUTTER:1/250”, “:CLS:60.38Hz”  
Notes on setting the shutter speed  
• The faster you make the shutter speed, the darker the  
image becomes. Check the brightness in the  
viewfinder, and if necessary increase the lighting  
level or adjust the aperture.  
• When the shutter speed is very fast, shooting a high  
intensity subject may cause long vertical tails to  
appear on the highlights (smear).  
3 Before the current setting indication disappears in  
Step 2, press the SHUTTER switch toward the  
SEL side again.  
Repeat this step until the desired mode or shutter  
speed is displayed.  
The indication changes in the following order:  
1/100  
1/125  
1/250  
1/500  
1/1000  
1/2000  
CLS  
Note on setting the CLS function  
(Value when shipped)  
The vertical scan frequencies of computer screens  
vary, and it may not be possible to eliminate the  
interference patterns entirely. Note also that the  
vertical scan frequency may change depending on the  
software being run.  
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When using the CLS function  
Watching the monitor screen, adjust the frequency to  
give minimum interference.  
If there is a black band in the monitor image, reduce  
the frequency, and if there is a white band, increase the  
frequency.  
For details on CLS setting, see page P1 <SHUTTER> of the  
PAINT menu.  
To exit the menut to return to the normal  
indications  
Press the MENU switch to the OFF/STATUS side.  
The new setting of the shutter speed or CLS frequency  
appears in the normal screen display.  
When shooting is finished  
Set the SHUTTER switch to the OFF position.  
The SHUTTER indicator in the viewfinder goes off.  
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Setting the Clock and Timestamping Recordings  
Use the page M3 <CLOCK>of the MAINTENANCE  
<CLOCK>  
M3 TOP  
menu to set the camera head’s internal clock and  
record the date and time.  
2003/08/01  
08:32:45  
HOUR TYPE  
DATE TYPE  
CLOCK IND  
: 12H  
: Y/Mn/D  
: BARS  
Notes  
If the following date/time setting procedure for the  
internal clock does not cause the date/time  
information to be displayed in the MAINTENANCE  
menu, it may be due to a worn-out lithium battery in  
the camera head. See page 23 and replace the lithium  
battery.  
7 Turn the MENU dial until your desired figure  
appears, then press the MENU dial to register it.  
After replacing the lithium batteries, set the internal  
clock again. If you don’t, the date/time will not be  
displayed.  
Repeat Steps 6 and 7 until the date and time are  
set.  
Timestamping recordings  
How to set the clock  
You can timestamp recordings by superimposing the  
current date and time.  
Before shooting, display page M3 <CLOCK> of the  
MAINTENANCE menu, and set CLOCK IND to  
CAM.  
1 Display the page M3 <CLOCK> of the  
MAINTENANCE menu.  
For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”  
on page 55.  
The date and time appear in the viewfinder, and are  
superimposed on the video signal output from the  
camera.  
<CLOCK>  
M3 TOP  
2003/08/01  
08:32:45  
HOUR TYPE  
DATE TYPE  
CLOCK IND  
: 12H  
: Y/Mn/D  
: BARS  
To stop superimposing the date and time  
Set CLOCK IND to OFF.  
2 Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor to HOUR  
TYPE, then press the MENU dial to select it.  
3 Turn the MENU dial to select either of 12H or  
24H, then press the MENU dial to register it.  
4 Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor to DATE  
TYPE, then press the MENU dial to select it.  
5 Turn the MENU dial to select the indication  
method of year, month, and day, then press the  
MENU dial to register it.  
6 Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor to the  
figure you wish to change in the date and time  
indication, then press the MENU dial.  
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Viewfinder Screen Adjustments  
The following adjustments are provided to improve the  
visibility of the viewfinder screen.  
Contrast and brightness adjustment  
Although these adjustment may make the viewfinder  
image clearer, they have no effect on the output video  
signal from the camera.  
Carry out these adjustments with the color bars  
displayed.  
1 Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to the BARS  
Eyepiece focusing knob  
BRIGHT control  
position.  
The color bars appear in the viewfinder.  
CONTRAST control  
PEAKING control  
2 Watching the color bars, turn the CONTRAST and  
BRIGHT controls to adjust the contrast and  
brightness.  
3 Return the OUTPUT/DCC switch to its original  
position.  
Outline emphasis adjustment  
Turning the PEAKING control changes the degree of  
outline emphasis in the viewfinder image, to make  
focusing easier.  
OUTPUT/DCC  
switch  
Adjusting the eyepiece focus  
Depending on the eyesight of the camera operator —  
whether longsighted or shortsighted — the optimal  
position of the viewfinder image varies. Adjust the  
eyepiece focus to get the clearest viewfinder image for  
your eyesight. First focus the image with the lens,  
then adjust the eyepiece focusing knob. The  
adjustment range is from –3 to 0 diopters1) (default  
when shipped is 0 diopters).  
Using an optional part allows you to modify the  
adjustment range to –2 to +1 diopters or –0.5 to +3  
diopters.  
For details, consult your Sony dealer.  
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1) Diopter: A unit to indicate the degree of convergence or  
divergence of a bundle of rays.  
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Adjusting the Lens  
Flange Focal Length Adjustment  
It is necessary to adjust the flange focal length (the  
distance from the lens flange to the plane of the image  
along the optical axis) in the following cases.  
• When a lens is fitted for the first time  
• After changing lenses  
• When during zoom operations the focus does not  
match properly from telephoto to wide angle  
4,11  
2 1  
3
About 3 m (10 feet)  
Flange focal length  
adjustment test chart  
9
8
6
7 5  
ZOOM  
MANU.  
SERVO  
1 Set the aperture selector to the M position.  
7 Turn the focusing ring so that the test chart is in  
focus.  
2 Turn the aperture ring to f/1.8 (fully open).  
8 Move the manual zoom control to the wide angle  
3 Place the supplied flange focal length adjustment  
position.  
test chart at a distance of about 3 meters (10 feet),  
and adjust the lighting so that an appropriate video 9 Turn the F.B adjustment ring so that the test chart  
output level is obtained with the aperture at f/1.8.  
is in focus. Do not move the focusing ring.  
4 Loosen the F.B fixing screw.  
10Repeat steps 6 to 9 until the image stays in focus  
from telephoto to wide angle.  
5 Set the ZOOM selector to the MANU. position.  
11After adjustment, tighten the F.B fixing screw.  
6 Move the manual zoom control to the telephoto  
position.  
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Aperture Adjustments  
Aperture ring  
Instant automatic  
aperture button  
Aperture selector  
ZEBRA switch  
A.IRIS MODE switch  
To make the image clearer when shooting a  
subject lit by a spotlight  
In the automatic aperture adjustment mode, set the  
A.IRIS MODE switch to SPOT L., turning the  
indicator on.  
There are three ways of adjusting the aperture:  
automatically, manually, and with the instant  
automatic aperture adjustment function.  
Aperture adjustment  
Adjustment method  
Operation  
Automatic adjustment mode  
The aperture is adjusted  
automatically to adapt to changes in  
the brightness of the subject. This is  
the mode for normal shooting.  
Set the aperture  
selector to the A  
position.  
Using the zebra pattern in manual  
adjustment mode  
To use the zebra pattern as a guideline for aperture  
adjustment in manual adjustment mode, set the  
ZEBRA switch to the ON position.  
Select the zebra pattern to be displayed on page 9  
<ZEBRA> of the OPERATION menu (see page 61).  
When the subject is a person  
Manual adjustment mode  
Use this mode in the following cases:  
For special effects  
When filming a person with a very  
bright sky background  
Set the aperture  
selector to the M  
position and turn the  
aperture ring as  
required.  
When shooting a subject with  
extreme contrast  
Adjust the aperture manually so that the zebra pattern  
appears on the highlights of the subject’s face.  
For other subjects  
Adjust the aperture manually so that the zebra pattern  
appears on the most important parts of the subject.  
The zebra pattern can be used as a  
guideline for aperture adjustment.  
Instant automatic adjustment  
function  
While in manual adjustment mode,  
this function makes a temporary  
automatic adjustment.  
With the aperture  
selector in the M  
position, hold down  
the instant  
automatic aperture  
button for as long as  
necessary.  
Designating the lens  
To make the image brighter when shooting  
against the light  
You have to designate the lens number according to  
the types of your lens.  
In the automatic aperture adjustment mode, set the  
A.IRIS MODE switch to BACK L., turning the  
indicator on.  
If the number is not designated properly, other colors  
may appear on the upper and lower of the screen when  
shooting a white subject.  
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Adjusting the Lens  
To designate the lens number  
Set the number on page M5 <LENS SELECT> of the  
MAINTENANCE meu (page 66) according to the  
following table.  
Adjusting the Aperture  
Sensitivity  
You usually need not adjust the aperture sensitivity  
because lenses are equipped with aperture sensitivity  
adjustment function.  
Lens number Typical product  
1
In auto aperture mode, if hunting or response delay  
happens, adjust the aperture sensitivity using the  
aperture sensitivity trimmer.  
2
3
A12×6.8  
VCL-918BY, VCL-919BY, YJ18×9B KRS,  
YJ19×9B KRS, J33a×11B IASD  
4
A16×9BRM/VCL-916BYA, A16×9.5BRM/  
VCL-916BY, YJ19×9B IRS, J33a×15B  
IASDS, PJ55×13.5B, A13×6.3BERM/BRM,  
A20×8.6BRM  
Aperture sensitivity trimmer  
(S or IRIS GAIN is indicated.)  
5
JY12×6.5B4 IRS, YJ18×98 IRS, J21a×7.8B  
IRSD/IASD, J22e×7.6B IRSD/IASD,  
A13×4.5BERM, A22×7.8BERM  
IRIS  
GAIN  
6
7
J9a×5.2B IRS/IAS, J11a×4.5B IRSD/IASD,  
J17a×7.7B IRSD/IASD  
J15a×8B IRS, A16×9BERM,  
A17×7.8BERM, A19×8.7BERM/BRM,  
A20×8BEVM/BERD, A20×8.6BERM  
8
A10×4.8BE, A15×8.8E, PJ55×9B  
9 - 16  
More precise settings according to your  
lenses are possible for lens numbers 9-16,  
if necessary. For details, consult your Sony  
dealer. (No data setting at shipping)  
You can see the aperture sensitivity trimmer when  
removing the rubber cap on the front of the lens  
driving unit. Use a small-screwdriver to turn the  
trimmer. If you turn it clockwise, the sensitivity  
increases, and if you turn it counterclockwise, the  
sensitivity decreases.  
If using a lens not mentioned in the above  
table  
Shoot a white subject so that the entire screen is filled  
with white. Try each lens number from 1 to 8 in order  
and set to the lens number with which other colors  
appearing on the upper and lower of the screen are  
most minimized. It should be noted that it takes several  
seconds until the results of a lens change is reflected  
on the screen.  
It is recommended that you confirm the aperture  
sensitivity after replacing the lens.  
For more information, refer to the operating instructions for  
the lens (or consult the lens maker).  
If an extender of the lens or a conversion lens is used,  
first turn it off, then select the lens number. In this  
case, care must be taken that color shading caused by  
light sources will not be generated.  
More accurate setting is possible using measuring  
equipment, such as a waveform monitor.  
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Macrophotography  
Use the macro function when the subject is at a  
distance of less than about 90 cm (3 feet) (for the  
VCL-919BY) from the front of the lens. It is possible  
to shoot close-ups down to a distance of 10 mm (wide  
angle, f = 9 mm).  
2
3
1
4
ZOOM  
MANU.  
SERVO  
1 Bring the lens up to the subject so that the image is  
the required size.  
2 Move the focusing ring to the closest focus  
position.  
3 Slide the M button toward the rear of the camera,  
and turn the MACRO ring fully in the direction  
shown by the arrow.  
4 Move the ZOOM selector to the MANU. position,  
and turn the manual zoom control to focus the  
image.  
To finish close-up shooting  
Return the MACRO ring to its original position (turn  
fully in the opposite direction to the arrow in the  
figure).  
To reduce the size of the image  
After completing steps 1 to 4 above, if you wish to  
reduce the size of the image, turn the MACRO ring  
back slightly, then use the manual zoom control again  
to focus the image.  
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Settings for Special Cases  
Settings for special cases  
Shooting conditions  
Setting  
Effect  
The background is very bright, and the  
subject is too dark.  
Set the A.IRIS MODE switch to BACK  
L., turning the indicator on.  
This lightens the foreground.  
The subject is under a spotlight.  
Set the A.IRIS MODE switch to SPOT  
L., turning the indicator on.  
This prevents white burn-out in highlights  
of faces and clothes.  
The subject is completely still (e.g. when Enable the EVS (Enhanced Vertical  
This enhances the vertical resolution.  
shooting documents, drawings, etc.).  
definition System) function. Set EVS to  
ON on pageP1 <SHUTTER> of the  
PAINT menu.  
Note  
Enabling the EVS function tends to  
increase the occurrence of aliasing  
problems (moiré patterns). Therefore,  
normally leave the function disabled.  
When you wish to give a lush effect, as Set PRESET MATRIX to HI SAT on  
This increases the saturation of primary  
page P8 <USER MATRIX> of the PAINT colors.  
menu.  
when shooting a wedding or similar  
occasion.  
Set PRESET MATRIX toFL on page P8 This eliminates the blue-green cast, and  
Shooting under fluorescent lighting.  
<USER MATRIX> of the PAINT menu.  
rstores natural hues.  
See Skin Detail Correctionor  
Adjusting Color in the Specified Area”  
(below).  
When adjusting for skin detail or tone  
(Example: When shooting to hide skin  
details)  
Adjusts the skin detail or tone to a  
designated active area.  
This opens the aperture to make it easier  
to focus before beginning shooting.  
Press the EZ FOCUS button, turning the  
easy focusfunction on.  
To make focusing before shooting  
easier.  
To begin shooting immediately when  
there is no time to make adjustments.  
This provides automatic adjustment to a  
set of standard values, to allow  
immediate shooting.  
Press the EZ MODE button, turning the  
easy modefunction on.  
Adjusting Color in the Specified  
Area  
Skin Detail Correction  
You can adjust the skin tone by setting the items on  
page P7 <SKIN DTL/MATRIX> of the PAINT menu.  
You can adjust the specified color using scene files.  
Perform the same procedure with the skin detail  
correction to designate the target area .  
For details, see “Structure and setting values of the PAINT  
menu” on page 64.  
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Appendix  
Important Notes on Operation  
Fitting the zoom lens  
Shipping  
It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise  
damage may result. Be sure to refer to the section  
“Fitting the Lens” (See page 29).  
Use the optional LC-421 Carrying Case for optimal  
shipping.  
If sending the camera by truck, ship, air or other  
transportation service, first store it in the carrying case,  
then pack the carrying case in the supplied carton (or  
an equivalent).  
Do not cover the unit while operating  
Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause  
excessive internal heat build-up.  
Care of the unit  
Remove dust and dirt from the surfaces of the lenses or  
Operation and storage  
Avoid storing or operating the unit in the following  
optical filters using a blower.  
conditions.  
If the body of the camera is dirty, clean it with a soft,  
dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a  
little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use  
organic solvents such as alcohol or thinners, as these  
may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish  
of the unit.  
• In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature  
range: –10 °C to +45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F))  
Remember that in summer in warm climates the  
temperature inside a car with the windows closed can  
easily exceed 50 °C (122 °F).  
• In damp or dusty locations  
• Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain  
• Locations subject to violent vibration  
• Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong  
electromagnetic fields.  
In the event of operating problems  
If you should experience problems with the unit,  
contact your supplier or Sony service representative.  
Connection with peripheral equipment  
Before attaching/detaching peripheral equipment to/  
from the camera head, be sure to turn off the camera.  
Otherwise, the camera may not function properly.  
Viewfinder  
• Do not leave the camera with the eyepiece pointing  
directly at the sun.  
The eyepiece lens can concentrate the sun’s rays and  
melt the interior of the viewfinder.  
• Do not use the viewfinder close to strong magnetic  
fields. This can cause picture distortion.  
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Important Notes on Operation  
Characteristics of CCD Sensors  
The following effects may appear in the image. They  
are characteristic of cameras using CCDs (Charge-  
Coupled Devices), and do not indicate a malfunction.  
Vertical smear  
When shooting a very bright object, such as a light, the  
highlight tends to produce vertical tails. This effect is  
much reduced in this camera.  
Vertical tail on the image  
Monitor screen  
Bright object  
(electric light, sun,  
etc.)  
White flecks  
If the camera is operated at a high temperature, white  
flecks may appear in the image.  
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Warning Indications  
If a fault occurs during operation, a warning is given  
by the REC/TALLY and BATT indicators in the  
viewfinder and the tally lamp lighting or flashing, and  
also by warning indications on the viewfinder screen.  
When you are using a DSR-1/1P or PVV-3/3P, the  
WARNING indicator on the VTR also lights or  
flashes, and warning indications appear in the display  
window. There is also a warning tone in the earphone.  
Warning indications  
VTR  
Camera  
Fault  
VTR action  
What to do  
REC/  
BATT  
indicator screen  
indication  
Viewfinder WARNING Display Warning tone  
TALLY  
indicator  
and tally  
lamp  
indicator  
window  
RF  
The video  
heads are  
clogged, or  
The VTR emits Carry out head cleaning,  
a warning tone referring to the instruction  
when it detects manual for the VTR. If the  
(during  
recording  
only)  
there is some head clogging. problem persists after cleaning  
(During  
recording only)  
other fault in  
the recording  
system.  
the heads, disconnect the  
power and consult your Sony  
dealer.  
SERVO  
HUMID  
The servo  
lock has  
been lost.  
Recording  
Disconnect the power and  
consult your Sony dealer. (The  
SERVO indication may flash  
momentarily when the tape  
transport starts, but this does  
not indicate a problem.)  
continues, but  
the recording  
may not be  
satisfactory.  
There is  
condensation. continues, but  
if the tape  
Recording  
Stop the tape transport. Wait  
until the HUMID indication  
does not appear when you  
power the unit on.  
(During  
recording)  
sticks to the  
drum,  
recording  
stops.  
Playback,  
rewind, or fast  
forward stops.  
(During  
playback,  
rewind, or fast  
forward)  
The tape is  
not wound  
properly.  
SLACK  
The operation  
stops. (Refer  
to the service  
manual or  
maintenance  
manual.)  
Press the EJECT button to  
eject the cassette. Close the  
cassette compartment and  
check that the top panel has  
descended before powering  
off. Then consult your Sony  
dealer. (Do not attempt to  
insert any cassette.)  
TAPE  
The tape is  
near the end. continues.  
Operation  
Change the cassette if  
necessary.  
(During  
recording  
only)  
(During  
recording  
only)  
TAPE  
(flashing)  
The tape is at Recording,  
the end.  
Change the cassette.  
playback, and  
fast forward all  
stop.  
BATT  
11.0V  
BATT  
(flashing) (During  
recording)  
The battery is Operation  
Change the battery when  
possible.  
almost  
continues.  
exhausted.  
BATT  
10.5V  
BATT  
(flashing)  
The battery is Operation  
exhausted.  
continues.  
Change the battery.  
Continuous  
Flashing once per second  
Flashing four times per second  
Continuous  
Four beeps per second  
One beep per second  
For the warnings appearing in the viewfinder when a VTR is connected, see the section “Viewfinder Normal Indications” (page  
52).  
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Specifications  
Sensitivity  
Gain levels  
2000 lux (f/11.0 standard, 3200 K)  
Selectable –3 dB, 0 dB, 3 dB, 6 dB,  
9 dB, 12 dB, 18 dB, 24 dB,  
30 dB, 36 dB  
Composite signal  
1.0 Vp-p, sync negative, 75-ohm,  
unbalanced  
Y/C separate signals  
Y: 1.0 Vp-p, sync negative,  
unbalanced  
C: burst level 0.286 Vp-p (DXC-  
D50/D50WS) or 0.3 Vp-p  
(DXC-D50P/D50WSP),  
no sync  
DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP Camera  
Head  
Imaging element Three-chip interline transfer CCD  
Pixel resolution 980 (horizontal) × 504 (vertical)  
Video output  
Imaging area  
DXC-D50/D50P: 8.8 × 6.6 mm  
(2/3-inch, 4:3 optical system)  
DXC-D50WS/D50WSP:  
9.6 × 5.4 mm (2/3-inch, 16:9  
optical system)  
Built-in filter settings  
1: CLEAR  
2: 1/4ND  
3: 1/16ND  
Video S/N ratio 65 dB (typical) (DXC-D50/  
4: 1/64ND  
D50WS)  
63 dB (typical) (DXC-D50P/  
D50WSP)  
Lens mount  
Bayonet mount  
Signal standards EIA standard signal (NTSC color  
system) (DXC-D50/D50WS)  
CCIR standard signal (PAL color  
system) (DXC-D50P/D50WSP)  
Scanning system 525 lines, 2:1 interlace  
(DXC-D50/D50WS)  
625 lines, 2:1 interlace  
(DXC-D50P/D50WSP)  
Scanning frequencies  
Registration  
Input/output connectors  
VIDEO OUT connector: BNC,  
0.05% for all zones, without lens  
75-ohm, unbalanced  
LENS connector: 12-pin, for  
2
/3-inch lens  
VF connector (front): 20-pin  
REMOTE connector: 10-pin  
MONITOR OUT connector: BNC,  
75-ohm, unbalanced  
Horizontal:  
15.734 kHz (DXC-D50/D50WS)  
15.625 kHz (DXC-D50P/  
D50WSP)  
Vertical: 59.94 Hz (DXC-D50/  
D50WS)  
Power supply  
Power consumption  
12 V DC  
14 W  
Operating temperature  
–10 °C to +45 °C (14 °F to 113 °F)  
Storage temperature  
50.00 Hz (DXC-D50P/D50WSP)  
Synchronization Internal sync  
External sync, using signal input  
(VBS or BS) to the GEN LOCK  
IN connector of an optional  
camera adaptor or input from the  
GEN LOCK connector of a  
camera control unit to the CCU/  
VTR/CMA connector of an  
optional camera adaptor.  
–20 °C to +60 °C (–4 °F to  
+140 °F)  
Approx. 2.2 kg (4 lb 14 oz)(camera  
head)  
Mass  
External dimensions in millimeters (inches)  
242(95/8  
)
Horizontal resolution (center)  
DXC-D50/D50P: 920 TV lines  
DXC-D50WS/D50WSP: 850 TV  
lines (4:3 mode), 800 TV lines  
(16:9 mode)  
258(101/4  
)
Minimum illumination  
469(181/2  
)
0.5 lux (at f/1.4, +36 dB)  
0.8 lux (at f/1.8, +36 dB)  
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VCL-919BY Zoom Lens  
Supplied accessories  
Focal length  
Zoom  
9.0 to 171 mm  
Manual or power, selectable; zoom  
ratio: ×19  
VCL-919BY Zoom Lens1) (1)  
DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder2) (1)  
Microphone2) (1)  
Maximum aperture  
Aperture  
Wind screen2) (1)  
1:1.8  
VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor2) (1)  
Lens mount cap (1)  
Flange focal length adjustment test chart (1)  
Operating Instructions (1 set)  
Manual or automatic, selectable;  
f/1.8 to f/16 and C (closed)  
Subject area (at 0.9 m (3 feet))  
Wide angle: 789 × 592 mm  
(311/8 × 233/8 inches)  
Telephoto: 43 × 32 mm  
(13/4 × 15/16 inches)  
Infinity to 0.9 m  
Design and specifications are subject to change  
without notice.  
Focusing range  
Filter attachment threads  
Related Products  
82 mm dia., 0.75 mm pitch  
Mounting  
Mass  
Sony 2/3-inch bayonet mount  
Approx. 1.45 kg (3 lb 3 oz)  
(including lens hood)  
There is a range of Sony products available to meet  
every conceivable video shooting requirement. For  
details, consult your Sony sales representative or  
supplier.  
External dimensions (w/h/d)  
122 × 102 × 223.5 mm (47/8 × 41/8  
× 87/8 inches) (with lens hood,  
Camera adaptor products  
CA-D50/D50P/TX7/TX7P Camera Adaptor  
without lens grip)  
CMA-8A/8ACE AC Adaptor  
RM-M7G Camera Remote Control Unit  
RCP-D50/D51 Remote Control Panel  
DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder  
Picture tube  
Indicators  
1.5-inch monochrome  
REC/TALLY (×2), TAKE, BATT,  
SHUTTER, GAIN UP  
600 TV lines  
VTR products  
DSR-1/1P Digital Videocassette Recorder  
PVV-3/3P Portable Videocassette Recorder  
DVW-250/250P, DSR-50/50P Portable Videocassette  
Recorder  
Resolution  
Power supply  
Power consumption  
12 V DC  
2.1 W  
Microphone products  
Mass  
Approx. 620 g (1 lb 5 oz)  
ECM-670/672 Electret Condenser Microphone  
C-74 Condenser Microphone  
CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
EC-0.5C2 Microphone Cable  
EC-0.3C2 Micorphone Cable  
Maximum external dimensions (w/h/d)  
241 × 91 × 203 mm  
(91/2 × 35/8 × 8 inches)  
Scan size  
Switchable between 4:3 and 16:9  
..........................................................................................................................................................................................................  
1) DXC-D50K/D50PK  
2) DXC-D50K/D50L/D50WSL/D50PK/D50PL/D50WSPL  
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Specifications  
Studio equipment  
CCU-D50/D50P Camera Control Unit  
DXF-51 5-inch Viewfinder (monochrome)  
DR-100 Intercom Headset  
Cables and miscellaneous  
The suffix number on a cable part number indicates the  
length in meters: e.g. a CCZ-A2 is 2 meters  
long. (Approximate equivalents in feet: 2 m = 6  
ft, 5 m = 16 ft, 10 m = 33 ft, 25 m = 82 ft, 50 m  
= 164 ft, 100 m = 328 ft)  
Camera cables with Z-type 26-pin connectors  
CCZ-A2/A5/A10/A25/A50/A100  
Camera cables with Z-type 26-pin and Q-type 14-pin  
connectors CCZQ-A2/A5/A10/A2AM  
CCZZ-1B/1E Cable Extension Connector  
Camera cables with Q-type 14-pin connectors  
CCQ-2BRS/5BRS/10BRS  
CCQ-10AM/25AM/50AM/100AM  
CCZJ-2 Camera Cable with Z-type 26-pin connector  
and J-type 10-pin connector  
LC-421 Carrying Case  
LCR-1 Rain Cover  
LC-DS300SFT Soft Case  
CAC-H101, CAC-H102 Long Grip Kit  
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Chart of Optional Components and Accessories  
EC-0.5C2 Microphone Cable  
ECM-670/672 and C-74 Microphone  
CAC-12 Microphone Holder  
CCU-TX7/TX7P  
TLCS  
Camera Control Unit  
DXF-51 5-inch Viewfinder  
CA-TX7/TX7P  
Camera Adaptora)  
CCZ-A  
cable  
CCU-D50/D50P  
Camera Control Unit  
CCZ-A  
cable  
DVW-250/250P  
Digital Betacam Recorder  
CCZ-A  
cable  
CA-D50/D50P  
Camera Adaptor  
DXC-D50/D50P/  
D50WS/D50WSP  
DSR-50/50P  
Portable VTR  
CCA-7 cable  
RM-M7G  
Remote Control Unit  
CAC-H101 Long Grip Kit  
DSR-1/1P  
DVCAM Recorder  
RCP-D50/D51  
Remote Control Panel  
VCT-U14  
Tripod Adaptor  
CAC-H102 Long Grip Kit  
PVV-3/3P  
Betacam SP  
Recorder  
Tripod  
LC-421 Carrying Case  
LCR-1 Raincover  
a) When the CA-TX7/TX7P is connected to the camera, use  
the 76-pin (DIGITAL) connector of the CA-TX7/TX7P.  
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