Sony CINEALTA PDW-F330K Operating Instructions Manual page 170

Symptoms
The equipment connected to the
camcorder via an i.LINK connection
does not react as expected, for
example, the video image does not
appear on its screen.
The camera is not recognized by
the computer connected via i.LINK
interface.
The camera cannot be controlled by
the computer connected via i.LINK
interface.
To eject the disc when there is no power supply
When the battery is exhausted, for example, pressing the
EJECT button does not operate the disc ejection
mechanism. In such cases, as an emergency measure you
can remove the disc manually using the following
procedure.
1
Turn off the power supply to the unit.
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Troubleshooting
Cause
It sometimes takes time for the connected
equipment to recognize the operation.
There is a problem with the software, for
example, it does not support the MPEG
HD/DVCAM format, etc.
2
After removing the disc, it is not necessary to return the
screw to its original position. When the power supply is
restored, the mechanism will again function normally.
Remedy
Wait for about 15 seconds. If the connected
equipment still does not react, do the
following.
• Check the i.LINK cable, for example, by
re-plugging the i.LINK cable.
• Turn the power off, and connect the cable
again.
• Change the i.LINK cable.
Install software that supports the MPEG HD/
DVCAM format.
Carry out the following operations.
1 Open the rubber cap to
2 With a screwdriver or
3 Use a Phillip type
4 Replace the rubber cap
reveal an access hole.
similar instrument, slide
the black metal plate in the
access hole toward the
rear of the unit.
The lid of the disc
compartment opens. The
red-colored cross
recessed head screw can
be seen in the access
hole.
screwdriver to turn the red
screw counterclockwise
(in the direction shown on
the rubber cap). This
ejects the disc.