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Sony DSR-370K1 Operating Instructions Manual

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3-206-359-12(1)
Digital Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
Note
The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals for
the DSR-370/570WS series of digital camcorders
(English, Japanese, French, German, Italian and
Spanish versions).
For more details, see page 14 "Using the CD-ROM
Manual."
DSR-370L/370PL
DSR-370K1/370PK1
DSR-370K2/370PK2
DSR-570WSL/570WSPL
 2001 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 Note The supplied CD-ROM includes operation manuals for the DSR-370/570WS series of digital camcorders (English, Japanese, French, German, Italian and Spanish versions). For more details, see page 14 “Using the CD-ROM Manual.” DSR-370L/370PL DSR-370K1/370PK1 DSR-370K2/370PK2 DSR-570WSL/570WSPL  2001 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the top. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Left and Upper View ... 26 Rear and Bottom... 28 VCL-716BX Zoom Lens (for DSR-370K2/370PK2) ... 30 VCL-719BX Zoom Lens (for DSR-370K1/370PK1) ... 32 DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder ... 35 Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery ... 37 Fitting the Lens ... 39 Using Accessories ...
  • Page 4 Table of Contents Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections (Continued) Chapter 3 Shooting Table of Contents Connections ... 50 Connecting a Number of Camcorders ... 50 Connecting an External VCR ... 51 Connecting an i.LINK Digital Cassette Recorder ... 51 Connecting a Camera Control Unit ... 52 Power Supply ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings Viewfinder Screen Indications ... 85 Changing the Viewfinder Display ... 85 Viewfinder Normal Indications ... 87 Status Indications ... 90 Viewfinder Basic Menu ... 92 Basic Menu Operations ... 92 Contents and Settings of Each Menu Page ...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings (Continued) Appendix Table of Contents Menu 213 Selecting Audio Reference Level ... 124 Menu 214 Setting Fade-In/Fade-Out for the Audio Recording Start and Stop Points ... 124 Menu 220 Using Setup Add (for DSR-370/570WS only) ...
  • Page 7 Appendix (Continued) Chart of Optional Components and Accessories ... 151 What Is ClipLink? ... 152 How ClipLink Changes Video Production Techniques ... 152 ClipLink Operation Flow ... 153 Example System Configuration ... 153 Data Generated When Shooting ... 154 Glossary ... 157 Table of Contents...

  • Page 9: Product Configurations

    Product Configurations The eight models, DSR-370L/370PL, DSR-370K1/ 370PK1/, DSR-370K2/370PK2/ and DSR-570WSL/ 570WSPL, comprise both NTSC and PAL versions and the components as shown in the figure below. DSR-370L/370PL/570WSL/570WSPL DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder Switch guard DSR-370/370P/570WS/ 570WSP Camcorder a) Part No. A-8279-329-A (for DSR-370/570WS) Part No.

  • Page 10: Features

    • Horizontal detail frequency control New Functions boost operability EZ (easy) mode function When there isn’t time to check the camcorder settings, simply press the EZ mode button to start the auto adjustment function using standard settings. There is no need to lose a shot for lack of setup time.
  • Page 11 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.

  • Page 12: Features Of The Dsr-570Ws/570Wsp Camera Section

    ClipLink mode To use the ClipLink function, select the menu setting to set the camcorder into ClipLink mode. There is also a ClipLink continue function that enables clips to be continued even after a break in recording.

  • Page 13: Other Features

    • Operation mode of the VCR section • Remaining battery capacity • ClipLink information 1) is a trademark of Sony Corporation and indicates that this product is in agreement with IEEE 1394-1995 specifications and their revisions. Equipped with DV OUT connector The DV OUT connector is i.LINK...

  • Page 14: Using The Cd-Rom Manual

    If you lose the CD-ROM disc or become unable to read its content, for example because of a hardware failure, contact a Sony service representative. • Netscape Navigator is a registered trademark of Netscape Communications Corporation in the U.S. and other countries.

  • Page 15: Location And Function Of Parts

    Location and Function of Parts Front View 0 Switch guard How to remove the switch guard 1. Detach the two screws (M3). 2. Remove the switch guard, and replace the screws detached in step 1. 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).

  • Page 16: Right Side View

    Location and Function of Parts Right Side View Front section 1 EZ FOCUS button Press this button to turn the “easy focus” function on. This opens the iris, to make it easier to focus before shooting. The indication “EZ FOCUS” appears in the viewfinder while the function is on;...
  • Page 17 EZ mode setting.) When this function is used, the iris and the white balance are adjusted automatically. (The total level control system functions.) Press this button again to return the camcorder to the previous settings (EZ mode off). Note EZ mode does not function in the following cases.

  • Page 18: Rear Section

    EJECT STOP 1 EJECT Z button Press to open the cassette holder (1 on page 27) when the camcorder is powered. 2 Tape transport buttons and indicators These buttons transport the tape as shown below. Note During recording, none of these buttons operates.
  • Page 19 7 AUDIO LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) (audio recording level adjustments for channels 1 and 2) knobs When the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switches (4 on page 23) are set to MAN, these knobs adjust the audio levels being recorded on channels 1 and 2. S Time value indication R Clip remaining...
  • Page 20 Location and Function of Parts Indication J Lithium backup Appears when the voltage of the internal lithium backup battery (CR2032) is low. If this battery warning indication appears, replace the lithium backup battery immediately. For further information about replacing lithium battery, see “Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery”...
  • Page 21 Indication Q Tape remaining indication R Clip remaining indication S Time value indication 9 RESET/(MENU SET) (counter reset/VCR menu) button Resets the time value shown in the display window. This button operates differently depending on settings of the DISPLAY switch (6 on page 18) and the TC mode switch 1 (9 on page 23) and 2 (8 on page 23).
  • Page 22 Location and Function of Parts qa ALARM (alarm tone volume adjustment) knob Controls the volume of the warning tone that is output via the speaker (0 on page 21) or EARPHONE connector (3 on page 18). Turning this knob to the minimum setting mutes the alarm tone.
  • Page 23 Sets the mode for advancing time code values when the TC mode switch 1 9 has been set to PRESET. F-RUN: The time code advances continuously whether or not the camcorder is recording. Use this setting to align the time code value with real time.
  • Page 24 Selects the recording time indication in the viewfinder. TTL (TOTAL): Displays the total recording time. The total recording time is not reset even when you stop the VCR and power off the camcorder, for example, to replace the battery pack. DUR (DURATION): Displays the recording time of the current cut.
  • Page 25 4 VTR TRIGGER switch Sets the function of the VTR button on the camcorder or lens when a VCR is connected to the VTR/CCU connector (0 on page 29) or DV OUT connector (8 on page 29).

  • Page 26: Left And Upper View

    ClipLink function. Note The RM-81 cannot be connected. If you connect the optional cable (Sony part number: 1-790-779-11) to this connector, you can control the zoom using the optional RM-VJ1 Remote Control Unit (equipped with microphone and monitor), even when using the conventional lens.
  • Page 27 • EZ mode cannot be used if the RM-M7G is connected to the camcorder. • Be sure to turn off the power of the camcorder before connecting the RM-M7G. • Be sure to turn off the power of the camcorder before disconnecting the equipment connected to this connector.

  • Page 28: Rear And Bottom

    Note Use a jitterless LTC signal. Using an LTC signal reproduced by other equipment may cause the camcorder to malfunction. 4 TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC) This outputs time code signals from the built-in time code generator. When a time code signal is input to the TC IN connector, this output signal is synchronized to it.
  • Page 29 Audio System” (page 46). 4 DC IN (DC power input) connector (XLR 4-pin, male) To use the camcorder with an AC power supply connect an optional AC-550/550CE or CMA-8A/ 8ACE AC Adaptor. 5 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio input channel 1...

  • Page 30: Vcl-716Bx Zoom Lens (For Dsr-370K2/370Pk2)

    • When a CCU is connected to this connector and a battery pack is attached, power is supplied automatically from the battery pack. Always power off the camcorder before attaching or detaching a battery pack or switching the power. VCL-716BX Zoom Lens (for DSR-370K2/370PK2) When using a lens other than VCL-716BX or VCL-719BX, see page 40 and page 134 (“Designating the lens”).
  • Page 31 1 Iris ring For manual iris control, set the Iris selector qs to the “M” position, and turn this ring. 2 Zoom ring For direct manual zoom control, set the ZOOM selector 7 to the “MANU.” position, and turn this ring.

  • Page 32: Vcl-719Bx Zoom Lens (For Dsr-370K1/370Pk1)

    Location and Function of Parts VCL-719BX Zoom Lens (for DSR-370K1/370PK1) When using a lens other than VCL-716BX or VCL-719BX, see page 40 and page 134 (“Designating the lens”). 1 Iris ring 2 Zoom ring 3 Focus ring qa RET button...
  • Page 33 5 F.B (flange focal length) adjustment ring and F.B (flange focal length) fixing knob F.B adjustment ring : To adjust the flange focal length, loosen the F.B fixing knob, then turn the ring. (See page 133.) F.B fixing knob: Fixes the F.B adjustment ring. 6 MACRO (close-up) ring For close-up, turn this ring while holding the M button down.
  • Page 34 Location and Function of Parts 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.

  • Page 35: Dxf-801/801Ce Viewfinder

    HIGH/LOW: Turn the light on and control the brightness. OFF: Turns the light off. camera or camcorder. It operates in 4:3 mode when connected to the DSR-370/370P. It operates in either 4:3 or 16:9 mode when connected to the DSR-570WS/ 570WSP.
  • Page 36 6 REC/TALLY (recording/tally) indicators (red) • These flashe from the time when you press the VTR button on the lens or camcorder until recording starts, then stay on continuously during recording. • These are also used to indicate a fault. (See page 142.)

  • Page 37: Inserting And Replacing The Lithium Battery

    • Use only CR2032 Lithium Batteries. Other types of lithium batteries may come loose when this camcorder is moved. If you have difficulty finding CR2032 Lithium Batteries, contact your Sony dealer. Chapter Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 38 Inserting and Replacing the Lithium Battery Turn the POWER switch on. Press down the catch at the top of the battery cover and open the cover. Take out the lithium battery. Reverse step 3 to insert a replacement lithium battery. Make sure that the + symbol on the battery is facing you.

  • Page 39: Fitting The Lens

    With the lens fixing lever turned fully counterclockwise, push in the lens, aligning the projection on the lens with the cutout on the camcorder. Supporting the lens, turn the lens fixing lever fully clockwise. Replace the retaining rubber on the lens mount.
  • Page 40 (see page 135). If using a lens with a 6-pin connector This camcorder head has a 12-pin LENS connector. If the lens cable has a 6-pin connector, fit an adaptor cable: LO-612 (manufactured by Canon) or ECF-124 (manufactured by Fujinon) or equivalent.

  • Page 41: Using Accessories

    Note You cannot stow the camcorder attached with a left eye adaptor in the LC-DS500 Carrying Case. For details, consult your Sony dealer. VF connector Retaining catch Viewfinder left-to-right position fixing ring...

  • Page 42: Fitting The 5-Inch Electronic Viewfinder

    Accessory Shoe Kit A-8274-968-B Adaptor cable (8-pin y 20-pin) 1-783-665-11 (DXF-41/41CE only) For details, contact your Sony dealer. Fitting to a Tripod First fit the VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor to the tripod, then mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor...

  • Page 43: Using An Optional Microphone

    Connect the microphone cable to the MIC IN +48 V connector. attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder. Screws removed from the camcorder Microphone adaptor MIC IN +48 V connector Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections Mark...

  • Page 44: Using A Video Light

    30 W. • If you connect the video light to the video light connector 9 on the camcorder (page 27) and set the LIGHT switch 3 to AUTO (page 16), you can turn the light on and off automatically as you start and stop the VCR operation.

  • Page 45: Fitting The Shoulder Strap

    When using equipment other than this camcorder for power supply Break off projections A and B on the camcorder. (See step 1 of the previous section “When using a video light with a long cable”.) Insert the cable into the grip from the front hole and take out from the rear hole as shown in the figure.

  • Page 46: Connecting To Audio System

    Removing the shoulder strap Press here to release. Connecting to Audio System The camcorder is able to record sound not only from the attached microphone but also from a wireless microphone or an external audio system. Using a wireless microphone system...
  • Page 47 (one for the upper position and the other for the lower position). Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting. For details about the WRR tuner fitting (Part No. A-8278- 057-A), contact your Sony dealer. Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections CA-WR855...

  • Page 48: Connecting A Ca-370 Intercom Adaptor

    Using Accessories Using an external audio system Connect an audio mixer or other external audio system component to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connector as shown below. Connecting a CA-370 Intercom Adaptor You can connect a CA-370 Intercom Adaptor to this unit to enable intercom communications.

  • Page 49: Using The Optional Lc-Ds500 Carrying Case

    Connecting the CA-370 Intercom Adaptor to this camcorder Fit the attachment plate on the read side of the CA-370 to the V-groove on the battery attachment interface, and then slide the CA-370 down until it connects to the WRR connector.

  • Page 50: Connections

    When using two or more synchronized camcorders, connect an external sync signal to the GEN LOCK IN connector, supplying a VBS or BS signal. The camcorder will then operate synchronized to this signal. You can adjust the synchronization using the basic menu page 5.

  • Page 51: Connecting An External Vcr

    DV OUT connector, because the REC command is not transmitted to the external VCR when a hub is used. However, a hub can be used to control this camcorder from an external VCR. or dubbing. In this case, set the camcorder’s VTR TRIGGER switch to INT ONLY.

  • Page 52: Connecting A Camera Control Unit

    Power from CCU DXF-801/801CE 300 m 300 m (1.5-inch type) DXF-51/51CE 300 m 300 m (5-inch type) a) The maximum transmission distance of gen-lock signals and return video is 150 m. For details, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative.

  • Page 53: Power Supply

    • If you use the BP-L40/L40A at temperatures of 0°C (32°F) or below, when power consumption of the camcorder and accessories is 40 W or higher (due to using a video light, for example), power may break after a short time (a few minutes). To increase the...
  • Page 54 When the external battery begins to fail and an internal battery pack is not used First load the camcorder with a fully charged internal battery pack, then remove the DC output cable of the external battery from the DC IN connector. The power source will switch to the internal battery pack.

  • Page 55: Using An Ac Adaptor

    When the camcorder is used with an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum series battery, the remaining battery capacity is shown numerically in the viewfinder To AC power source display. Contact your Sony dealer for more information. CAMERA/CCU To AC power source Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...

  • Page 57: Shooting

    Basic Procedure for Shooting RET button Focusing ring Power the camcorder. Set the FILTER control appropriately for the lighting conditions. Shooting FILTER control VTR button Chapter ZEBRA button POWER switch (Continued) Chapter 3 Shooting...

  • Page 58: Using The Dynalatitude Function

    4 (5600K + Sunlight. Use it to prevent hunting depth of field Check the switch settings on the camcorder. (See pages 15 to 30). If there is not sufficient time to check the camcorder settings, you can use “EZ mode” by setting the EZ MODE button ON.

  • Page 59: Recording

    Set the REC/SAVE switch to SAVE to prevent accidental erasure of recorded contents. REC/SAVE switch Set to SAVE If you insert a cassette into the camcorder when this switch is set to SAVE, the camcorder will not record when you press the REC button. To enable recording Set the REC/SAVE switch back to REC.

  • Page 60: Recording On The Internal Vcr

    210” on page 121.) Chapter 3 Shooting Paper clip, etc. • When using a tape recorded by this camcorder to transfer digital (video/audio/time code) signals at four times the normal speed from the DSR-85/85P Digital Videocassette Recorder to the ES-7 EditStation for editing purposes, there must be about at least 40 seconds of recording on the tape before the IN point.
  • Page 61 Set the POWER switch to ON and check the following items in the display window. Item to check Indication and steps How is the battery? BATT E [xxxxxx] F: The battery is fully charged. If two or fewer marks appear and the indication is blinking, replace the battery.
  • Page 62 • Internal parts of the camcorder may become bent or otherwise damaged if you attempt to close the cassette holder after inserting a mini-size cassette in...
  • Page 63 The recordings at switching points prevent editing. Avoid changing the audio mode once you have started recording. Set up the camcorder to suit your recording objectives, and press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens. Recording begins when the TALLY indicator stays lit after blinking for a moment.

  • Page 64: Recording External Video Signals

    Recording External Video Signals When the optional DSBK-501/501P Analog Composite Input Board is fitted to this camcorder, you can record external video signals. Connect the external video signals to the GEN LOCK IN/VIDEO IN Connector. Set VIDEO IN to EXT using basic menu page 4.
  • Page 65 Set to REC/P: Put the VCR into the recording paused state. Press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens. The both VCRs start recording simultaneously. To pause recording, press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens again.
  • Page 66 VCR. For an external VCR connected to the DV OUT connector: With the VTR TRIGGER switch of this camcorder set to PARALLEL or EXT ONLYand with the internal VCR stopped or having no cassette loaded, start playback on the external VCR.

  • Page 67: Back Space Editing

    (user-definable) period of time and then automatically switches to standby-off mode. When the camcorder is in standby-off mode, it takes time for the recording to start after pressing the VTR button. For details on setting the timeout value for automatic switching to standby-off mode, see “Setting Standby-On...

  • Page 68: Using The Edit Search Function While Back Space Editing

    Chapter 3 Shooting • If the POWER switch is turned on and off repeatedly. • If the camcorder is left powered off for several hours. • If the camcorder is subject to severe vibration while powered off. • If for any other reason the automatic recording continuity function is unable to operate correctly.

  • Page 69: Using The Freeze Mix Function

    The VCR enters recording pause mode. Press the VTR button on the camcorder or the lens. The VCR starts recording. Using the Freeze Mix Function The freeze mix function superimposes a freeze-frame image of a previously recorded shot on the shooting image displayed on the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 70: Playback - Checking Recorded Contents

    Notes • During recording review, do not turn the POWER switch off. The camcorder may not be able to find the continue point. • When the ClipLink function is set to oFF and you...

  • Page 71: Setting Time Values

    Setting Time Values The camcorder uses three types of time values: counter values, time code values, and user bits. The time value is displayed in the viewfinder screen and in the display window. WARNING PB DATE NDF EXT-LK HOLD Time value...

  • Page 72: Setting The User Bit Value

    Setting Time Values Setting the User Bit Value You can set the user bits as eight-digit hexadecimal values (base 16) to have the date, time, scene number, and other information inserted into the time code. When using both the time code and user bits, set up the user bits first.

  • Page 73: Setting The Time Code Value

    Setting the Time Code Value This section describes the steps for setting time code recording methods for particular shooting conditions and setting initial values. When using both the time code and user bits, setup the user bits first. If you set the time code first, the internal time code generator will remain stopped while you set the user bits, which will set the time value off from the original setting.
  • Page 74 Press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens to restart back space editing. Setting the time code to the real time clock and calendar Set the TC mode switch 1 to DATE/TIME.

  • Page 75: Synchronization With External Time Code Signals - Gen-Lock

    Locking the video and time code signals to another camcorder’s video and time code signals Using one camcorder as reference, to its video and time code signals, lock the other camcorders’ video and time code signals. Composite video signal (used as reference video signal)
  • Page 76 Locking the internal time code generator to the reference time code Perform the following steps to synchronize the camcorder’s internal time code generator to an external time code. Set the TC mode switch 1 to PRESET. Set the TC mode switch 2 to F-RUN.

  • Page 77: Cliplink Shooting

    • When external equipment, such as a VCR, is connected to the DV OUT connector, you cannot shoot with ClipLink. • On this camcorder, you can also use the ClipLink function without recording Index Pictures. However, if you perform ClipLink shooting on the unit without...
  • Page 78 16-Kbit cassette memory. Set the AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) switch to AUTO or MAN (see page 23). Press the VTR button on the camcorder or the lens. Recording begins when the TALLY indicator stays lit after blinking for a moment.

  • Page 79: Setting Editing Points While Shooting

    2) Set the cassette name or number if necessary. For details of menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” (page 92). Press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens. The camcorder starts recording, and the REC/ TALLY indicator(s) light(s) in the viewfinder.
  • Page 80 2) Set the cassette name or number if necessary. For details of menu operations, see “Basic Menu Operations” (page 92). Press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens. The camcorder starts recording, and the REC/ TALLY indicator lights in the viewfinder.

  • Page 81: Resuming Recording In Cliplink Mode

    To finish shooting, press the VTR button on the camcorder or lens. This stops recording operation. Resuming Recording in ClipLink Mode During recording pause in ClipLink mode, pressing the STOP/PLAY/F FWD/REW buttons, performing edit search, or ejecting the cassette will interrupt the ClipLink shooting.
  • Page 82 If the recording stop point cannot be found, the indication flashes in the display window. CONT Press the VTR button on the camcorder or the lens. This starts the recording function. When the recording is finished, set recording pause mode (or specify a Mark OUT point).
  • Page 83 When recording in ClipLink mode is started and previous recording is overwritten Previous recording recording Previous Index Pictures: New Index Pictures are erased recorded (when the DSBK-301A is fitted). ClipLink log data: overwritten by new data When recording in ClipLink mode is started after a previous recording Previous recording...

  • Page 85: Viewfinder Screen Indications

    Viewfinder Screen Indications There are four types of indication screen which appear in the viewfinder, as follows. • Normal indications These show the operating state of the camcorder. (See page 87.) • Status indications Pressing the MENU switch up while the normal indications are present calls a display of current settings.
  • Page 86 2, an aspect ratio (16:9/4:3) switching menu appears before page 1 of the basic menu. b) The menu configuration differs according to the camcorder’s switch settings, the connected VCR, accessories (remote control devices), and the type of input signal. A nine-page configuration results when all of the basic menu pages are displayed.

  • Page 87: Viewfinder Normal Indications

    Viewfinder Normal Indications During normal operation, the following items can be indicated in the viewfinder. 1 VCR operation status indication 2 TAKE/CUE indication 3 Recording time or time data indication 4 NG indication 5 Clip mode indication 6 Clip remaining indication 7 Status display area 8 EZ FOCUS indication 9 LOW LIGHT indication...
  • Page 88 ClipLink function for recording. 7 Status display area One of the following values or messages is displayed to indicate the camcorder’s current status or its operation status. • New values when changing camcorder’s settings • Messages indicating progress or results of adjustments •...
  • Page 89 CLIP END Impossible to record any more clip shots. Note If the message appears other than above, contact your Sony dealer. qd External VCR (connected to the VTR/CCU connector (26-pin) or DV OUT connector indication (when an external VCR is connected) Shows the external VCR operation status.

  • Page 90: Status Indications

    Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus If an error message appears, contact your Sony dealer. If using an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System The remaining battery capacity is shown as a percentage.
  • Page 91 (see page 86) does not appear. However, the status display does appear while you press the camcorder’s MENU switch up to the STATUS side and hold it there. Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus...

  • Page 92: Viewfinder Basic Menu

    Viewfinder Basic Menu To display the basic menu pages, press the MENU switch downward (to ON position) or press the MENU dial while the normal indications are being shown in the viewfinder. The basic menu configuration can include up to nine pages. (The configuration depends on the switch settings.) Basic Menu Operations The common operations on all basic menu pages are...
  • Page 93 Analog Composite Input Board is fitted to the camcorder. Item Settings CAM (normal value) VIDEO Records the signal shot by this camcorder. Selects Records the signal input from the GEN LOCK IN/ signal VIDEO IN connector. The image on the to be...
  • Page 94 GEN LOCK IN connector. Item Settings SC PHASE 000 to 999 Sub carrier phase adjustment for when the camcorder is genlocked. H PHASE 000 to 135 (normal value) Horizontal phase adjustment for to 199 when the camcorder is genlocked.
  • Page 95 Basic menu page 7 Item Settings MARK/CUE MARK (normal value), CUE Selects Mark mode See “ClipLink Shooting” (page 77). or Cue mode CHG REEL NO. See “To set the cassette name/ Sets the cassette number” below. name/number To set the cassette name/number Note When using a cassette without cassette memory, you cannot set the cassette name or number.
  • Page 96 Repeat steps 2 to 4 until the title is complete. Align the cursor to EXIT and press the MENU dial. This displays basic menu page 8 again. (Space) The title created is retained, even when you power the camcorder off.
  • Page 97 When no error is detected, “OK” appears. Example: If an abnormality is detected in the DSP circuit. The error message “DIAG ERROR” appears when the normal indications are displayed. If this message appears, contact your Sony dealer. Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus...

  • Page 98: Viewfinder Advanced Menu

    Note The advanced menu does not appear when the camcorder is in EZ mode. Take the camcorder out of EZ mode first. To change the page Align the cursor to the page number and press the MENU dial so that the page number is blinking. Turn the dial until the desired page.
  • Page 99 The following example shows settings for the DSR- 570WS/570WSP. The settings are somewhat different from those for the DSR-370/370P. Move the POWER switch to the ON position with the MENU dial held down. Advanced menu page 1 Align the cursor to Confirmation “ALL RESET”...

  • Page 100: Contents And Settings Of Each Menu Page

    Viewfinder Advanced Menu Contents and Settings of Each Menu Page Each page’s contents and settings are described below. Advanced menu page 1 Use this page to return all menu settings to their factory preset values. For details of this operation, see “Advanced Menu Operations”...
  • Page 101 Advanced menu page 3 a) For DSR-370P/570WSP: EBU75 Item Settings AWB MEM 2 (normal value): No Selects whether or not correspondence with FILTER to make the FILTER control settings. Only two control settings (1 to 4) adjustment values (A and B) are correspond to stored in memory.
  • Page 102 Viewfinder Advanced Menu Advanced menu page 4 a) For DSR-370P/570WSP: 70% Item Settings MARKER CENT/90% (normal value): Selects ON/OFF Displays center marker and safety setting for center zone marker at 90% size. marker, size setting, CENT/80%: Displays center and display ON/OFF marker and safety zone marker at setting.
  • Page 103 Advanced menu page 5 Item Settings SS IND 3SEC: Displays shutter Selects the mode for setting for three seconds only showing the shutter setting when the setting has been when displaying the normal changed. indications. ALWAYS (normal value): Displays the shutter setting at all times.
  • Page 104 Sets an upper limit value for value) AGC adjustment (displayed only when the EZ MODE is set to CUSTOM). EZ mode settings The following settings are set for the camcorder when EZ mode has been selected. Item Settings Setup file Detail level ±0...
  • Page 105 Advanced menu page 8 Item Settings CLOCK IND OFF (normal value): Not Selects whether or not to display. display the date/time on the CAM: Displays. normal indications. BARS: Displays only when color bars are displayed. DATE MODE YY MM DD (normal Selects the date display value): Year/month/day format.
  • Page 106 Viewfinder Advanced Menu Advanced menu pages 9 to 12 (DSR-370/ 370P) or pages 10 to 13 (DSR-570WS/ 570WSP) These pages are displayed only when the SETUP switch has been to FILE. For details of this operation, see “Setup Files” (page 108). Advanced menu pages 13, 14 (DSR-370/ 370P) or pages 14, 15 (DSR-570WS/ 570WSP)

  • Page 107: Video Output And Viewfinder Picture (Dsr-570Ws/570Wsp Only)

    Video Output and Viewfinder Picture (DSR-570WS/570WSP only) The video output and viewfinder picture of DSR- 570WS/570WSP vary as shown below according to Subject -inch optics 4:3 effective area 16:9 effective area the settings of the 16:9/4:3 item and the VF SCAN item of the advanced menu page 9.

  • Page 108: Setup Files

    This describes how to call up a setup file and use it to replace the current menu settings. Set the SETUP switch to FILE. The camcorder is set according to the currently- selected file data. Access basic menu page 3.
  • Page 109 (DSR-500WS/500WSP, etc.) is read. When the call up operation ends, the display changes as shown below. The settings of the camcorder are now replaced by the settings in the called file. Note Files saved to tape by the DSR-370/370P cannot be recalled by other models.

  • Page 110: Changing File Settings

    Setup Files Changing File Settings When using advanced menu page 11 or 12 (page 10 or 11 on the DSR-370/370P), you can change the settings about picture quality in setup files. (In basic menu page 1, a part of items are changeable.) The changes are accepted only until another file is called up, after which the original settings are restored.
  • Page 111 Access advanced menu page 13 (page 12 on DSR- 370/370P). (The following figure shows an example for the DSR-570WS/570WSP.) a) An asterisk (*) appears in front of any factory preset file whose contents have been revised at least once. Move the cursor to DESTINATION FILE with the MENU switch and turn the MENU dial to select USER1, USER2, or USER3.
  • Page 112 Setup Files Press the MENU dial to store the file. To abort the save operation, move the MENU dial (the screen returns to the screen shown in step 2). The tape automatically rewinds and recording starts. The display changes as shown below. (“CAN NOT WRITE”...

  • Page 113: Using Setupnavi And Setuplog

    Using SetupNavi and SetupLog The SetupNavi function records a setting of the setup menu and setup files onto a tape, so that the same settings can be called up and used again or copied to another camera. The SetupLog function records a camera setting every few seconds at shooting and displays the recorded data in the viewfinder during playback.

  • Page 114: Recording The Menu Settings Onto A Tape

    Change the menu settings if necessary. Recording the Menu Settings Onto a Tape Load the tape onto which the settings are to be recorded. Turn the camcorder power on. Make your basic menu settings. For details of this operation, see “Basic Menu Operations” (page 92).

  • Page 115: Viewing Setuplog Data

    • The former setupnavi data or the recorded contents of the tape are overwritten. Viewing SetupLog Data The SetupLog function records camcorder settings every few seconds at shooting and displays the recorded data in the viewfinder during playback. Note Setup log data is not displayed when playing back a tape containing externally recorded analog signals.
  • Page 116 Using SetupNavi and SetupLog Notes • SetupLog data is not recorded while SetupNavi data or a setup file is being recorded onto the portion of a tape. (If you play back that portion of a tape containing SetupNavi data or a setup file, the data displayed in the setup display is not the SetupLog data of the playback picture.) •...

  • Page 117: Setting On The Vcr Section - Vcr Menu

    Setting on the VCR Section — VCR Menu You can use the VCR menu for settings on the VCR section. Operation Real time clock and calendar settings Cumulative hour counts: • Head drum operating hours • Tape transport hours • Operating (power-on) hours Frame mode selection for time code (DSR-370/570WS only) Battery capacity indication selection Standby-on period setting...

  • Page 118: Vcr Menu Operation

    VCR Menu Operation Basic Operation REC TIME SKIN DTL COMPONENT. TTL RESET PARALLEL INT ONLY EXT ONLY HYPER SETUP FRONT MIC GAIN LOW CUT FILE Press the MENU button. “DIAG” appears in the display window and the time data display in the display window switches to the menu display.

  • Page 119: Menu 101 Setting The Real Time Clock And Calendar

    Setting the Real Time Menu 101 Clock and Calendar Display menu 101 and press the SHIFT button. The current calendar setting appears in the setting mode format (yyyymmdd). Example: May 1, 2002 Blinking Note The first two digits of the year setting cannot be changed.

  • Page 120: Menu 206 Selecting Battery Capacity Indication

    VCR menu. Setting Standby-On Menu 207 Period At recording pause state, the camcorder waits for a certain standby-on period and then automatically switches to standby-off mode. This standby-on period can be set in advance.

  • Page 121: Menu 210 Using Auto-Check Function

    Example: 8 minutes Blinking Standby-on period If the setting does not need to be changed, press the MENU button to close the menu. Press the SHIFT button until the standby-on period starts blinking, then press the ADVANCE button. Each press of the ADVANCE button changes the setting as follows.
  • Page 122 When a problem is indicated, follow the instructions to check the camcorder and cassette. If no errors can be found, contact your Sony dealer. Also, be sure to check the quality of the playback video and audio (see step 7 ). Display...

  • Page 123: Menu 211 Selecting Cliplink Function

    Selecting ClipLink Menu 211 Function This setting must be made when not using the ClipLink function. For details of the ClipLink function, see “ClipLink Shooting” (page 77). Display menu 211. The ClipLink function is factory-set to on. Blinking ClipLink function on/oFF indication If the setting does not need to be changed, press the MENU button to close the menu.

  • Page 124: Menu 213 Selecting Audio Reference Level

    MENU button. The settings are recorded and display window returns to the display shown before the VCR menu. When using the camcorder in a editing system containing both consumer DV and professional equipment, setting the audio reference level to –12 dB is recommended.

  • Page 125: Menu 220 Using Setup Add (For Dsr-370/570Ws Only)

    VCR menu. Note During recording the signal of the image being shot contains setup add, when it is output from the camcorder’s S VIDEO OUT and MONITOR OUT connectors. During playback, the setup is removed from the output video signal.

  • Page 126: White Balance Adjustment

    A and B. Unless changed, the saved values are retained for approximately ten years, even when the camcorder is turned off. Once a value is saved, you can automatically restore the adjustment by moving the W. BAL switch to the A or B position.

  • Page 127: Using The Preset White Balance Settings

    To recall a white balance value from memory Before beginning shooting, set the W. BAL switch to the A or B position. This automatically sets the camcorder to the white balance adjustment saved in the corresponding memory. If white balance adjustment cannot be completed automatically The warning message “AUTO WHITE -NG-”...

  • Page 128: Light Sources And Color Temperature

    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 camcorder is shipped it is adjusted for use with video lights (studio lamps with a color temperature of 3200 K).

  • Page 129: Black Balance Adjustment

    Correct adjustment of the black balance is important for optimum operation of a camcorder. It is necessary when using the camcorder for the first time or after a significant period out of use, and also when there has been a sudden change in temperature.

  • Page 130: Shutter Settings

    CLS (Clear Scan) function When shooting a computer screen or projected image, horizontal bands may appear in the camcorder image. This is because the vertical scan frequency of the computer-generated image is different from the vertical scan frequency of the video system.
  • Page 131 When using the clear scan 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. To return from the basic menu to the normal indications Press the MENU switch as many times as necessary...

  • Page 132: Viewfinder Screen Adjustments

    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. 1) Diopter: A unit to indicate the degree of convergence or divergence of a bundle of rays.

  • Page 133: Adjusting The Lens

    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. 4,11 Set the IRIS selector to the M position. Turn the iris ring to open it.

  • Page 134: Iris Adjustments

    Adjusting the Lens Iris Adjustments Iris ring Instant automatic iris button Iris selector There are three ways of adjusting the iris: automatically, manually, and with the instant automatic iris adjustment function. Iris adjustment Adjustment method Automatic adjustment mode The iris is adjusted automatically to adapt to changes in the brightness of the subject.

  • Page 135: Adjusting The Iris Sensitivity

    • When using a lens with an extender, set it to 2. • When using a lens with a ratio converter, set it to 2. You can also ask a Sony dealer more precise settings, according to your lens. In this case, set it to 4.
  • Page 136 Adjusting the Lens Slide the M button toward the rear of the camcorder, and turn the MACRO ring fully in the direction shown by the arrow. Move the ZOOM selector to the MANU. position, and turn the manual zoom control to focus the image.

  • Page 137: Settings For Special Cases

    Settings for Special Cases Shooting conditions The background is very bright, and the subject is too dark. The subject is under a spotlight. The subject is completely still (e.g. when shooting documents, drawings, etc.). When you wish to give a lush effect, as when shooting a wedding or similar occasion.

  • Page 138: Skin Detail Correction

    Settings for Special Cases Skin Detail Correction This camcorder provides an easy push-button function that designates an active skin tone area Note The SKIN DTL SET button is disabled while a title is displayed in basic menu page 8 or color bars are displayed.

  • Page 139: Appendix

    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 the event of operating problems If you should experience problems with the unit, contact your Sony dealer. Appendix...

  • Page 140: Characteristics Of Ccd Sensors

    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 camcorder. (Use of the electronic shutter increases this effect.) Vertical tail on the image...

  • Page 141: Cleaning The Video Heads

    Keep a check of the hours of head drum operation: with normal use, the heads should need replacing after about 1,500 hours of use. When the heads need replacement, contact your Sony dealer. Check the hours of head drum operation using the VCR menu.

  • Page 142: Warning System

    Warning System When the camcorder is powered on, or if a fault occurs during operation, a warning is given in the following ways: • By warning indications in the display window. • By means of the WARNING indicator together with a warning tone from the speaker or earphone.

  • Page 143: Condensation

    Condensation If you move a camcorder suddenly from a very cold place to a warm place, or use it in a very humid location, condensation may form on the head drum. If it is operated in this state, the tape may adhere to the drum, and cause a failure or even permanent damage.

  • Page 144: Troubleshooting

    Audio recording is not possible. The recorded sound is distorted. The recorded sound has a high noise level. Appendix sending the camcorder for repair. If a problem persists, contact your Sony dealer. Troubleshooting chart Cause There is no battery pack loaded.
  • Page 145 Symptoms The indication “Er91-13F” appears in the display window. The cassette is automatically ejected. The time code setting is not possible. The time code value does not advance though the TC mode switch 1 or 2 is set to the F-RUN or DATE/TIME. Troubleshooting chart (continued) Cause The unit has failed in loading or saving...

  • Page 146: Specifications

    Built-in filter settings 1: 3200K 2: 5600K + 3: 5600K 4: 5600K + Lens mount Sony -inch bayonet mount Signal standards EIA standard signal (NTSC color system) (DSR-370) CCIR standard signal (PAL color system) (DSR-370P) Scanning system 525 lines, 2:1 interlace (DSR-370)
  • Page 147 Built-in filter settings 1: 3200K 2: 5600K + 3: 5600K 4: 5600K + Lens mount Sony -inch bayonet mount Signal standards EIA standard signal (NTSC color system) (DSR-570WS) CCIR standard signal (PAL colour system) (DSR-570WSP) Scanning system 525 lines, 2:1 interlace (DSR-...
  • Page 148 Telephoto: 51 × 39 mm × 1 inches) 1 m (39 inches) 82 mm dia.; 0.75 pitch Sony -inch bayonet mount 123 × 102 × 205 mm × 4 × 8 inches) excl. lens grip and incl. lens hood.

  • Page 149: Related Products

    Binding ties (4) Operating Instructions (1) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Related Products There is a range of Sony products available to meet every conceivable video shooting requirement. For inches) details, consult your Sony sales representative or supplier.
  • Page 150 Specifications Microphone products ECM-670/672 Electret Condenser Microphone C-74 Condenser Microphone CAC-12 Microphone Holder EC-0.5C2/0.3C2 Microphone Cable Studio equipment SEG-2550A/2550AP Special Effects Unit DFS-300/300P/500/500P DME Switcher DCK-500/500P Digital Chroma Keyer WEX-2000 Wipe Pattern Extender DXF-51/51CE 5-inch Viewfinder (monochrome) CA-370 Intercom Adaptor Cables and miscellaneous The suffix number on a cable part number indicates the length in meters: e.g.

  • Page 151: Chart Of Optional Components And Accessories

    WRR-855A UHF Synthesized Tuner a) Optional accessory shoe kit is required for fitting. For details, consult your Sony dealer. b) Use when power consumption of the camcorder and accessories is 38 W or lower. c) When power consumption is 38 W or higher due to fiting a video light (with power consumption of 30 W or lower) to the camcorder, use the AC-DN2A/DN2B (150 W or lower).

  • Page 152: What Is Cliplink

    40-minute segment of video takes 40 minutes). Note When using a tape recorded by this camcorder to transfer digital (video/audio/time code) signals at four times normal speed from the DSR-85/85P Digital Videocassette Recorder to the ES-7 EditStation for editing purposes, there must be about at least 40 seconds of recording on the tape before the IN point.

  • Page 153: Cliplink Operation Flow

    ClipLink function. ClipLink operation is possible even with a system containing existing analog equipment. However, note that a part of functions are disabled. Shooting DSR-370/370P/ 570WS/570WSP Digital Camcorder ClipLink log data transfer DSR-1600 /1800/85 DSR-1600P /1800P/85P Digital Videocassette...

  • Page 154: Data Generated When Shooting

    This is the time code that indicates the cue points (valid up to the frame digit). This time code is recorded when the camcorder has been set to CUE mode. When in this mode, the time codes at the start and end of a recording (the Rec IN and Rec OUT time codes) are automatically recorded as Mark IN/OUT points.
  • Page 155 OK/NG status To designate a scene as “NG”, press the NG button on the camcorder while shooting the scene or at any time before you begin shooting the next scene. All scenes that do not receive an “NG” designation are recorded as “OK”...
  • Page 156 ClipLink Operation Flow Time codes recorded for Mark IN/OUT points There is a gap between actual time codes and Mark IN/ OUT time codes recorded in the cassette memory, as shown in the figure below. The frame digit is incremented at each Mark IN point and is decremented at each Mark OUT point.

  • Page 157: Glossary

    Glossary Aliasing Distortion of the signal caused by overlap of the baseband signal and lower sideband signal when the signal is demodulated. Aperture compensation Electronic compensation for frequency response degradations caused to sampled high-frequency signals by the limited aperture of CCD image sensors.
  • Page 158 Glossary Signal-to-Noise ratio. The relation of the strength of the desired signal to the accompanying electronic interference, the noise. If S/N is high, sounds are reproduced with less noise and pictures are reproduced clearly without snow. Search The search function enables recorded images or time codes to be viewed while the tape is played back at various forward or reverse...
  • Page 160 Sony Corporation Printed in Japan...

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