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DIGITAL BETACAM CAMCORDER
DVW-700
DVW-700P
DVW-700WS
DVW-700WSP
Digital 1000
OPERATION MANUAL
1st Edition (Revised 2)
English

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  • Page 1 DIGITAL BETACAM CAMCORDER DVW-700 DVW-700P DVW-700WS DVW-700WSP Digital 1000 OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition (Revised 2) English...
  • Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. LITHIUM BATTERY Should only be changed by technical personnel. There is a risk of explosion if handled improperly. LITIUMBATTERI Bör endast bytas av servicepersonal.
  • Page 3 For the customers in 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.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features ... 1-1 1-1-1 Camera Features ... 1-1 1-1-2 VTR Features ... 1-3 Example of System Configuration ... 1-4 Precautions ... 1-6 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Power Supply ... 2-1 Accessory Attachments ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance ... 4-1 4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance ... 4-2 4-1-2 Adjusting the White Balance ... 4-6 Setting the Electronic Shutter ... 4-12 4-2-1 Shutter Modes ... 4-12 4-2-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and Speed ...
  • Page 6 4-10 Using the Setup Card ... 4-78 4-10-1 Handling the Setup Card ... 4-78 4-10-2 Using Data on the Setup Card ... 4-80 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Power Supply ... 5-1 5-1-1 Using a BP-L60 / L90 Battery Pack ... 5-1 5-1-2 Using an NP-1B / 1A Battery Pack ...
  • Page 7 5-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit ... 5-42 Chapter 6 Maintenance Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ... 6-1 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing ... 6-1 6-1-2 Testing the Camera ... 6-2 6-1-3 Testing the VTR ... 6-6 Maintenance ... 6-10 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads ... 6-10 6-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder ...

  • Page 8: Chapter 1 Overview

    • A setup card makes it easy to replicate the recorder setup data appropriate to the shooting conditions, and ensures uniform shooting. 1) The DVW-700 / 700WS are for the NTSC broadcast system. The DVW-700P / 700WSP are for the PAL broadcast system. The descriptions given in this manual apply to both models, any differences being clearly noted in the text.
  • Page 9 Other types of microphones can also be connected. • A remote control unit controls some of the camera functions. 1) Clear Scan : “Clear Scan” is a trademark of Sony Corporation. Chapter 1 Overview , Extended Clear Scan, and Super Enhanced...

  • Page 10: Vtr Features

    1-1-2 VTR Features The VTR features of the DVW-700 series are described below. • Digital BETACAM format gives improved signal-to-noise ratio, frequency bandwidth, waveform characteristics, and detail playback characteristics to ensure higher video and audio quality. • After the last few seconds of recording, the VTR automatically rewinds and then plays back by pressing the RET button on the lens.

  • Page 11: Example Of System Configuration

    1-2 Example of System Configuration The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder for ENG and EFP. For more information about connections of the additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter 5, as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment.
  • Page 12 Left-eye shooting viewfinder slide guide (Part No. A-8262-535-A) Fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11) Power source Battery BC-1WD power Battery Charger NP-1B / 1A AC-550 / 550CE AC Adaptor Battery Pack b) 120 V AC or 220 DC-L1 to 240 V AC Battery Adaptor Sound signal source External microphone...

  • Page 13: Precautions

    Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. Use and storage locations Store in a ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorder in the following places. • Places subject to temperature extremes • Damp places •...

  • Page 14: Chapter 2 Locations And Functions Of Parts And Controls

    2-1 Power Supply Power supply functions 1 Battery attachment Attach a BP-L60 / L90 Battery Pack, a DC-L1 Battery Adaptor loaded with an NP-1B / 1A Battery Pack, or a DC-L90 Battery Adaptor loaded with a BP-90A / 90 Battery Pack. 2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male) Connect an AC-550 / 550CE AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with the adaptor.

  • Page 15: Power Switch

    3 BREAKER button Excessive current in the internal circuitry, whatever the cause, will trip the internal circuit breaker, automatically cutting off the power. After checking that the problem has been corrected, press this button. The power should come on again. 4 POWER switch This switch turns the main power supply on and off.

  • Page 16: Accessory Attachments

    2-2 Accessory Attachments Lens cable clamps Accessory attachments 1 Shoulder strap posts Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts. 2 Light shoe Attach a video light, etc. to this shoe. 3 Lens mount This is a special bayonet type lens mount. 4 Lens locking lever After inserting the lens in the lens mount, rotate the lens mount ring with this lever to lock the lens in position.
  • Page 17 6 Tripod mount Fit the supplied tripod adaptor to mount the camcorder on a tripod. 7 LENS connector (12-pin) Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative for more information about the lens you are using. 8 Shoulder pad You can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by loosening the two screws.

  • Page 18: Audio Functions

    2-3 Audio Functions Audio functions (1) 1 Microphone This is a super-cardioid directional microphone with an external power supply system. You can use it as an interview microphone by connecting it to an extension cable (not supplied). 2 AUDIO IND (audio channel-1 recording level indicator) switch This switch determines whether the recording level of audio channel-1 is displayed on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 19 3 MIC IN (microphone input) connector (mini XLR type, 3- pin, female) The supplied microphone connects to this connector. By using an extension cable (not supplied), you can connect a microphone other than the supplied one as long as it is a super cardioid microphone with an external power supply system.
  • Page 20 Audio functions (2) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 21 5 AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 / CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 recording level) controls These controls adjust the audio level of channels 1 and 2 when you set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 / CH-2 switches to MAN. 6 AUDIO SELECT CH-1 / CH-2 (audio channel-1 and channel-2 select) switches These switches set the audio level adjustment for channels 1 and 2 to MANUAL or AUTO.
  • Page 22 Note The type of UHF portable tuner which can be connected depends on the country where the camcorder is used. For more information, consult your Sony representative. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 23 Audio functions (3) 2-10 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 24 !™ ALARM volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. Minimum Maximum ALARM volume control You can adjust the internal volume control so that the alarm is audible even at the minimum setting of the ALARM volume control.
  • Page 25 !£ MONITOR volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone sound volume, excluding the alarm sound. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. Minimum Maximum MONITOR volume control !¢ MONITOR (audio channels select) switch This switch selects the audio output to the speaker or earphone. CH-1 : Audio channel 1 MIX : Mixed sound of channels 1 and 2 CH-2 : Audio channel 2...
  • Page 26 !∞ Built-in speaker During recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring the E-E sound and during playback for monitoring one or both audio channels. The speaker also sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings. If an earphone is plugged into the EARPHONE jack, the speaker sound is automatically cut off.

  • Page 27: Earphone Jack

    !§ EARPHONE jack Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker, and you hear the alarms about the camcorder’s operation and status through the earphone. 2-14 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...

  • Page 28: Shooting And Record / Playback Functions

    2-4 Shooting and Record / Playback Functions Eyecup Shooting and record / playback functions (1) 2-15 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...

  • Page 29: Peaking Control

    1) Zebra pattern The zebra pattern aids in manual iris adjustment by indicating areas of the picture where the video level is approximately 70 % IRE (for the DVW-700 / 700WS) or 490 mV (for the DVW-700P / 700WSP). 2) Safety zone marker...
  • Page 30 700WS) or 490 mV (for the DVW-700P / 700WSP). Note that a setup menu can be used to set it to simultaneously indicate areas of 100 % IRE (for the DVW-700 / 700WS) and above, or 700 mV (for the DVW-700P / 700WSP) and above.
  • Page 31 Shooting and record / playback functions (2) !¡ FILTER selector This selector is a two-part knob that selects the most appropriate filter to match the light source. The outer ring selects the color temperature of the CC filter, and the inner knob selects the type of ND filter. Note that if the display mode is set to 3 when this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change / adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds (e.g.
  • Page 32 The relationships between the selector settings and filter selections as well as examples of filters for different shooting conditions are given below. Outer filter ring setting and CC filter Outer filter ring setting a) A special-effects filter that generates a highlighted dazzle. Inner filter knob setting and ND filter Inner filter knob setting Examples of shooting conditions and appropriate filters...
  • Page 33 FILTER selector is in the same position as at when the WHITE BAL switch was adjusted, the stored value is called from memory, and the camcorder automatically adjusts itself to that value. Note that if the display mode is set to 3 when this switch is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change / adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds (e.g.

  • Page 34: Gain Selector

    Selector Values” (page 4-67). Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls BARS, DCC OFF An SMPTE type (for the DVW-700) or EBU type (for the DVW-700P) color bar signal is output and the DCC circuit does not operate. For example, use the setting for the following purposes.
  • Page 35 !∞ AUTO W / B BAL (automatic white / black balance adjustment) switch This switch activates the adjustment functions of the white balance and black balance. WHT : Automatic adjustment of the white balance. If the WHITE BAL switch is set to A or B, the white balance setting is stored in the corresponding memory.
  • Page 36 This connector outputs a composite signal (standard level, 75-ohm terminated) to the video monitor. If the video monitor is connected here, you can monitor the picture being shot by the camcorder as well as the picture recorded by the VTR. When synchronizing the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, connect this connector to the video input connector of the external VTR.
  • Page 37 Shooting and playback / record functions (3) !ª TEST OUT (test output) connector (BNC type) This connector outputs the video signal (standard level, 75-ohm terminated) for the video monitor. The output signal can be selected to be a composite, R, G, or B. The factory setting is composite, and the setting returns to composite whenever the power is switched on.
  • Page 38 Opening the cover Press on the tab. Shooting and record / playback functions (4) @º VTR START button Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. The effect is exactly the same as that of the VTR button on the lens. 2-25 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 39 @¡ VTR SAVE / STBY (VTR power saving / standby) switch This switch controls the VTR power mode during pauses in recording (REC PAUSE). SAVE : Power saving mode. When you press the VTR START button, there is a short delay before recording starts, but power consumption is less than in standby mode, and battery life is extended.

  • Page 40: Setup Menu Operating Section

    Setup menu operating section 1 Setup card compartment Open the cover and insert an accessory setup card into the slot (a card is inserted when the camcorder is shipped from the factory), with the “SONY” logo facing you. 2-27 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 41 2 MENU ON / OFF / PAGE (menu display / paging) switch This switch is used to display the setup menu on the viewfinder screen and to page through the menu items. ON : Displays the setup menu on the viewfinder screen, at the page which was on the screen when the previous menu access ended.(When the menu is first used, the first page is displayed.) OFF : Removes the setup menu from the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 42: Time Code System

    2-6 Time Code System 1 GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type) • This connector inputs a reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked, or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment. • This connector also inputs a return video signal. 2 TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code with an external time code, connect the reference time code input here.
  • Page 43 4 TEST OUT (output) connector To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, set the test output signal to composite video and connect this connector to the video input connector of the external VTR.
  • Page 44 Illustration : DVW-700 (for the NTSC broadcast system) Time code functions (2) 2-31 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...

  • Page 45: Display Switch

    5 HOLD (display hold) button Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data displayed in the counter display section. (The time code generator continues normal operation.) Pressing this button again releases the hold. One use of this feature is to determine the exact time of a particular shot. See Section 2-8 “Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel”...
  • Page 46 For more information, see Section 4-5-1 “Setting the User Bits” (page 4-25), and Section 4-5-2 “Setting the Time Code” (page 4-27). !™ DF / NDF (drop frame / non-drop frame) switch (DVW-700 only) This switch selects whether the time code advances in drop frame mode or non-drop frame mode.

  • Page 47: Warnings And Indications

    2-7 Warnings and Indications The camcorder gives visual information and warnings without your having to look in the viewfinder. Warning and indication functions 2-34 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
  • Page 48 VTR sections and give the test results. Pressing this button again puts the camcorder back into the normal mode. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more information. Caution Do not press the DIAG button when the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit is connected.

  • Page 49: Display Panel

    6 WARNING indicator This indicator lights up or flashes when there is a fault in the VTR. See Section 6-3 “Operation Warnings” (page 6-12) for more information about the relationships between the operation of the indicator and the meanings of the indications.

  • Page 50: Warnings And Indications On The Display Panel

    2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel Tape status, battery status and level indicators Battery status indicator Nearly dead : “BATT” flashes. Dead (battery must be charged) : “BATT” and “E” flash. Tape status indicator Close to end : “TAPE” flashes. End (tape must be replaced) : “TAPE”...
  • Page 51 VTR operation and status indicators Lights during playback. Warning indicators RF : Lights if the recording heads are clogged. SERVO : Lights if the servo motor fails. HUMID : Lights if condensation is on the drum. SLACK : Lights if the tape is not winding properly. For more information, see Section 6-3 “Operation Warnings”...

  • Page 52: Time Code Displays

    Lights in playback mode. Lights when VITC is selected for the time code. Lights in non-drop frame mode (DVW-700 only). Lights when the camcorder is synchronized with an external time code. Lights when the time code, CTL, or real time is displayed.
  • Page 53 Relationships between the REAL TIME, F-RUN / R-RUN, and DISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displays The REAL TIME, F-RUN / R-RUN and DISPLAY switches, in that order of priority, determine the value displayed by the time counter. Relationships between switch settings and the time counter displays REAL TIME switch setting ON or OFF...

  • Page 54: Chapter 3 Recording And Playback

    This section describes the procedure for loading and unloading a cassette. See “Specifications” (page A-1) for information about the cassettes you can use in the camcorder. 3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Cassette Loading a cassette Turn on the POWER switch.
  • Page 55 Insert the cassette until it clicks in place, then close the cassette lid. Window outward Checking the tape for slack Pressing in the reels lightly, turn them gently with your fingers in the directions shown below. If the reels will not move, there is no slack. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Insert the cassette.

  • Page 56: Unloading A Cassette

    Unloading a cassette With the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette lid, then take out the cassette. If you are not going to insert another cassette, close the cassette lid. It is possible to take out the cassette and close the cassette lid unless the battery voltage drops below about 9 V.

  • Page 57: Preventing Accidental Erasure

    3-1-2 Preventing Accidental Erasure The following procedure prevents cassettes from being recorded inadvertently. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback Push the plug in. To reuse the cassette, return the plug to its original position. Preventing accidental erasure...

  • Page 58: Recording

    This section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording. Before a shooting session, make the checks listed in Section 6-1 “Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting” (page 6-1) to ensure that the camcorder is functioning properly. Turning on the camcorder and loading a cassette Follow the procedure below.
  • Page 59 After checking the points below load the cassette, and close the cassette lid. • The cassette is not set to write-protected. • There is no slack in the tape. Basic procedure for shooting : from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording After turning on the power and loading a cassette, set the switches and selectors as shown below and begin operation.
  • Page 60 Shooting Follow the procedure below. Basic procedure for shooting : from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording Push the AUTO W / B BAL switch to BLK to adjust the black balance. Select the CC/ND filter to match the lighting conditions, and adjust the white balance.
  • Page 61 When the black balance and white balance settings are already in memory: Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B. When the white balance setting is not in memory and you do not have enough time to adjust the white balance: Set the WHITE BAL switch to PRST, then set the FILTER selector to B for an automatic white balance setting for 3200 K, to C for 4300 K, or to D for 6300 K.

  • Page 62: Continuous Recording

    3-2-2 Continuous Recording If the camcorder is in the recording pause mode, simply pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens continues recording at exactly the next frame. In other cases, you first need to position the tape at an appropriate point.

  • Page 63: If You Turn Off The Power During A Recording Pause

    4 seconds in length. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. 3-10...
  • Page 64 The tape will rewind and will be positioned at the desired point to continue recording in about 7 seconds. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...

  • Page 65: Checking The Recording - Playback

    If you hold the RET button down longer, at most 10 seconds of the tape is rewound and played back. After playback, the camcorder is ready to start recording again. Set CAM RET. to OFF on the FUNCTION 2 / 2 page of the setup menu when inputting a return video signal to the GENLOCK IN connector.

  • Page 66: Checking The Recording On The Color Video Monitor

    3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor — Playback in Color Connect a color video monitor to the VIDEO OUT connector of the camcorder, and press the PLAY button. Color video monitor DVW-700 series VIDEO OUT Video input connector Color playback 3-13...

  • Page 67: Chapter 4 Adjustments And Settings For Recording

    The black balance will require adjustment in the following cases. • When the camcorder is first used • When the camcorder has not been used for a long time • When the camcorder is used under conditions in which the surrounding temperature has changed greatly •...

  • Page 68: Adjusting The Black Balance

    4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance In automatic black balance mode, the black balance is adjusted after the black set is adjusted. The black shading can also be adjusted afterwards. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for information about manual black balance adjustment.
  • Page 69 Push the AUTO W / B BAL switch to BLK, and release the switch. AUTO W / B BAL switch The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is completed. During adjustment, the following messages are displayed on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3).

  • Page 70: Black Shading Adjustment

    Black shading adjustment The camcorder can be set so that it adjusts the black shading after the black balance adjustment is completed. Set the switches as shown in step 1 on page 4-2.
  • Page 71 Always set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF before starting these adjustments. Black balance memory Values stored in memory are saved for about one week when the camcorder is turned off. Meaning The lens iris did not close; adjustment was impossible.

  • Page 72: Adjusting The White Balance

    3 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, the black balance memory content has been lost. Adjust the black balance again. Contact your Sony representative if this message continues to appear even after the black balance has been adjusted again.
  • Page 73 Adjust the two-part FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions. The relationships between the various selector settings and filter selections are listed in the tables below. Inner filter knob setting and ND filter Inner filter knob setting Outer filter ring setting and CC filter Outer filter ring setting For examples of FILTER selector settings, see the description of the FILTER selector in Section 2-4 “Shooting and Record / Playback Functions”...
  • Page 74 Place a white test card under the same lighting conditions as the subject to be shot, and zoom up to it. Alternatively, any white object such as a cloth or a wall could be used. The absolute minimum white area is as follows: Adjust the lens iris.
  • Page 75 The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is completed. During adjustment, the message “WHITE : OP” is displayed on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). The white balance adjustment ends in a second with the message “WHITE : OK”, and the adjustment setting is automatically stored in the memory (A or B) that was selected in step 1.
  • Page 76 If automatic white balance adjustment cannot be made If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). Possible messages are listed below. White balance adjustment error messages Error message WHITE : NG...

  • Page 77: White Balance Memory

    3 seconds when the camcorder is turned on, the white balance memory content has been lost. Adjust the black balance and the white balance again. Contact your Sony representative if this message continues to appear even after the black balance and the white balance have been adjusted again.

  • Page 78: Setting The Electronic Shutter

    For shooting subjects such as monitor screens with vertical scanning frequencies of over 60 Hz (DVW-700 / 700WS) or over 50 Hz (DVW-700P / 700WSP), to obtain images with no horizontal bands of noise. For shooting subjects such as...
  • Page 79 60 Hz (with the DVW-700 / 700WS) or 50 Hz (with the DVW-700P / 700WSP). However, if the power frequency is 50 Hz (DVW-700 / 700WS) or 60 Hz (DVW-700P / 700WSP), setting the shutter speed to 1/100 or 1/60 can reduce this flicker.

  • Page 80: Selecting The Shutter Mode And Speed

    4-2-2 Selecting the Shutter Mode and Speed Use the SHUTTER selector to select a shutter mode or a standard-mode shutter speed. Use the CLS / ECS page of the setup menu to select a shutter speed in CLS / ECS mode. You can use the SHUTTER SPEED page of the setup menu to narrow the range of choice in advance, or to select in advance whether you use CLS, ECS, or Super EVS mode.
  • Page 81 Selectable settings of shutter mode and speed (factory setting) Once a shutter speed has been selected, it is stored for about one week when the camcorder is turned off, then it reverts to 1/100 (DVW-700 / 700WS) or to 1/60 (DVW-700P / 700WSP).
  • Page 82 Setting the shutter speed in CLS or ECS mode Follow the procedure below. Setting the shutter speed in CLS or ECS mode Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 83 The frequency switches continuously from ECS mode (248 speeds in the range of 30.4 Hz to 58.3 Hz for the DVW-700 / 700WS; 295 speeds in the range of 25.4 Hz to 48.7 Hz for the DVW-700P / 700WSP) to CLS mode (260 speeds in the range of 60.1 Hz to 7000...
  • Page 84 Note The SHUTTER SPEED page cannot be accessed when a remote control unit is connected to the camcorder. Changing the range of choice of shutter mode and speed settings Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON.
  • Page 85 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. CLS / ECS mode...

  • Page 86: Changing The Reference Value For Automatic Iris Adjustment

    4-3 Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment The reference value for automatic iris adjustment can be changed to enable the shooting of clear pictures of back-lit subjects, or to obtain special effects. The reference value for the lens iris can be set within the following range with respect to the standard value as defined by an F number.
  • Page 87 • Press the DOWN button twice to close the iris by 0.5 stop. Two bars appear in the lower part to the left of the F number in the iris indication. Opening the lens iris Closing the lens iris Opening or closing the lens iris When the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit is connected The IRIS control knob of the RM-P9 can be used for lens iris setting.

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Audio Level

    4-4 Adjusting the Audio Level If you set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 / CH-2 switches to AUTO, the input levels for the corresponding channels are adjusted automatically. Follow the procedure below to manually adjust the level for both audio channels. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 / CH-2 switches to MANUAL.
  • Page 89 You can adjust the audio level input from the microphone for channels 1 and 2 by using the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder. Microphone audio level adjustment Set either or both AUDIO IN switches to FRONT as follows: •...
  • Page 90 Turn the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder to adjust the audio level while seeing the audio level indication. • When the incoming audio level is normal, the nine bars from the bottom are on. • The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally, but do not allow the top bar to go on.

  • Page 91: Setting The Time Data

    Follow the procedure below to set the user bits. Illustration : DVW-700 / 700WS (for the NTSC broodcast system) Set the DISPLAY switch to U-BIT. Setting the user bits...
  • Page 92 Set the F-RUN / R-RUN switch to SET. Set the REAL TIME switch to OFF. Set the user bits, using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons. SHIFT : Selects a digit to set. Each time you press it, the flashing column moves one to the right. ADVANCE : Increments the value of the flashing digit.

  • Page 93: Setting The Time Code

    The time code setting range is from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23 : 59 : 59 : 29 (hour : minute : second : frame) for the DVW-700 / 700WS, or to 23 : 59 : 59 : 24 for the DVW-700P / 700WSP.
  • Page 94 Set the PRESET / REGEN switch to PRESET. Set the F-RUN / R-RUN switch to SET. Set the REAL TIME switch to ON or OFF. If you are using the DVW-700, set the DF / NDF switch. DF : Drop frame mode NDF : Non-drop frame mode Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the time code.

  • Page 95: Saving The Real Time In The Vitc

    4-5-3 Saving the Real Time in the VITC Follow the procedure below to save the real time in the VITC. HOLD button Illustration : DVW-700 / 700WS (for the NTSC broodcast system) Saving the real time in the VITC Set the REAL TIME switch to SET.
  • Page 96 Set the real time, using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons. Set the REAL TIME switch to ON. The real time will be recorded in the VITC and the user bits in the LTC. By changing an internal setting, you can specify that the real time is recorded in the LTC and the user bits in the VITC.

  • Page 97: Synchronizing The Time Code

    4-5-4 Synchronizing the Time Code You can synchronize the internal time code generator of this camcorder with an external generator for the regeneration of an external time code. You can also synchronize the time code generators of external VTRs with the internal generator of this camcorder.
  • Page 98 Example 2 : Interconnecting a number of DVW-700 series camcorders for time code synchronization Reference camcorder Camcorder to be synchronized Camcorder to be synchronized 1) Set GENLOCK to ON from the FUNCTION 2 / 2 page of the setup menu.

  • Page 99: Procedure For Time Code Synchronization

    Procedure for time code synchronization Follow the procedure below to synchronize the time code. Synchronizing the time code Turn on the POWER switch. Set the F-RUN / R-RUN switch to F-RUN. Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording (Continued) 4-33...
  • Page 100 Supply the time code to the TC IN connector and reference video signals that comply with the SMPTE (DVW-700 / 700WS) or EBU (DVW-700P / 700WSP) time code standard and are in the proper phase relationship to the GENLOCK IN connector (set GENLOCK to ON with the FUNCTION 2 / 2 page).
  • Page 101 Changing the power supply from the battery pack to an external power supply during time code synchronization To maintain a continuous power supply, connect the external power supply to the DC IN connector before removing the battery pack. You may lose time code synchronization if you remove the battery pack first. Camera synchronization during time code synchronization During time code synchronization, the camera is genlocked to the reference video signal input from the GENLOCK IN connector.

  • Page 102: Setup Menu Configuration

    4-6 Setup Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen If the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch is set to ON, the setup menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen. Use this setup menu to select settings and also to select which items are displayed on the viewfinder screen as well as how they are displayed.
  • Page 103 Pages and functions of the setup menu (continued) Page Page name number SHUTTER SPEED CLEAR SCAN Sets the CLS shutter ‘!’ LED SETUP CARD Accesses the setup FUNCTION 1 / 2 FUNCTION 2 / 2 TEST OUT WIDE SCREEN (DVW-700WS / 700WSP only) 14 - 22 LEVEL 1 / 9 to...
  • Page 104 (it is factory set in user mode). With the power of the camcorder off, open the plate on the right-hand side of the body, flip the switch on the side of the AT-84 board, reattach the plate to the body, then turn on the power again.

  • Page 105: Basic Use Of The Setup Menu

    4-6-2 Basic Use of the Setup Menu Use the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch, MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch, and the UP and DOWN buttons to manipulate the setup menu. MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch Controls for use of the setup menu Follow the procedure below to use the setup menu.
  • Page 106 Displaying the setup menu. Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON to display the setup menu. The status display along the top and bottom disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears.
  • Page 107 (b) To start the menu from page B, set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON while holding the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch at CANCEL /PRST. Pages A and B are displayed alternately by repeating the sequence of operation (a) closing the menu Paging through the menu...
  • Page 108 Selecting an item Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch to ITEM. Every time you push this switch to ITEM, the cursor (arrow), which indicates the selected item, moves to the next item. Cursor Movement sequence You can also move the cursor using the UP and DOWN buttons as follows: ITEM UP : Hold down the UP button while holding the MENU...
  • Page 109 Closing the menu Return the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and displays showing the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the screen. 4-43...

  • Page 110: Indicators In The Viewfinder

    4-7 Indicators in the Viewfinder The indicators of the status of the camcorder and the results of adjustments are arranged along the top and bottom edges of the viewfinder screen. 4-7-1 Layout of Indicators in the Viewfinder The indicators in the viewfinder are arranged as illustrated below.
  • Page 111 3 BATT (battery) indicator This indicator starts to flash when the voltage of the battery connected to the camcorder has fallen. This indicator stays on for a few minutes when the battery is dead. To prevent any interruption in operation, change the battery as soon as it gets low.

  • Page 112: Setting The Indicator

    Note that at the factory the ‘!’ page is not set for display. To access the ‘!’ LED page, either set the camcorder to engineer mode, or select the ‘!’ LED page from the MENU SELECT page before use.
  • Page 113 Push the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the ‘!’ LED page shown below appears (or use the PAGE UP / DOWN function). Select whether the indicator is to light for each of the following item conditions.
  • Page 114 To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 4-48...

  • Page 115: Status Display On The Viewfinder Screen

    Viewfinder Screen The viewfinder screen displays not only the video picture but also characters and messages indicating the camcorder settings and operating status, a center marker, a safety zone marker, etc. When the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch is set to OFF, the items set to ON by related switches and the VF DISPLAY page of the setup menu appear along the top and bottom of the screen.

  • Page 116: Display Mode And Setting Change And Adjustment

    4-8-1 Layout of the Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen are shown below. 1 Extender indicator This indicator appears when a lens extender is used. 2 Zoom position indicator This indicator indicates the approximate position of the variator zoom lens, between wide angle (W) and telephoto (T).
  • Page 117 4 Battery state indicator This indicator appears when an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum series battery is used and the amount of power remaining has fallen to a single- digit value. 5 Time code indicator This indicator indicates the time code. 6 Iris setting indicator This indicator indicates an abbreviated iris setting (F number) and the fluctuation width ( 0.5 to 0.5) of the reference value of the automatic...
  • Page 118 “Adjusting the Audio Level” (page 4-22). 9 Shutter speed and mode indicator This indicator indicates the shutter speed and mode settings. 1/100 (DVW-700) or 1/60 (DVW-700P), 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000 : Shutter speed (in seconds) in standard mode. CLS : CLS mode...
  • Page 119 !¡ White balance memory indicator This indicator indicates the currently selected white balance automatic adjustment memory. A : The WHITE BAL switch is set to A. B : The WHITE BAL switch is set to B. P : The WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST. M : The WHITE BAL switch of the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit is set to MANUAL.
  • Page 120 4-8-2 Selecting the Display Items To select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen from the VF DISPLAY page, turn on or off the indication next to each item. Selection of the following items can be turned on or off on the VF DISPLAY page. •...
  • Page 121 Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered page of the currently selected pages for configuring the menu appears).
  • Page 122 To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 4-56...

  • Page 123: Progress Messages

    3, 6, 9, 12, 18, 24, 30) WHITE : n (where n = A CH, B CH, PRST) DCC : ON (or OFF) : SS : 1/100 (DVW-700) or 1/60 (DVW-700P) (or 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, CLS, ECS, EVS) E.g.
  • Page 124 This is also displayed for about 3 seconds when the camcorder is turned on. b) This is also displayed for about 3 seconds when the SHUTTER selector is set to ON. Changing the display mode The currently set display mode appears on the VF DISPLAY page of the setup menu.

  • Page 125: Setting The Marker Display

    4-8-4 Setting the Marker Display Use the MARKER 1 / 2 page of the setup menu to switch the display of the center and safety zone markers on or off and to select whether the area indicated by the safety zone marker is 80 % or 90 % of the screen area.
  • Page 126 Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the desired item (or use the ITEM UP / DOWN function). Press the UP or DOWN button to specify the setting for the selected item as follows: CENTER or SAFETY ZONE selection : To turn the display on, press the UP button ;...

  • Page 127: Setting The Camera Id

    To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 4-8-5 Setting the Camera ID A camera ID of up to 10 alphanumeric characters, symbols, and spaces can be set on the CAMERA ID page of the setup menu.
  • Page 128 Setting the camera ID Follow the procedure below to set the camera ID. Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered page of the currently selected pages for configuring the menu appears).
  • Page 129 When the CAMERA ID page appears, the cursor is at the first character position. Press the UP or DOWN button repeatedly to cycle through the character set until the desired character appears. Pressing the UP button cycles the character set in the sequence of space (π), alphabetic characters A to Z, numerals 0 to 9, then symbols.
  • Page 130 To end the menu operation, return the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Deleting a character Follow the procedure below.
  • Page 131 Press the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch to CANCEL / PRST. The character is deleted. (1) To delete another character, move the cursor as follows: Moving to right : Press the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch to ITEM. Moving to left : Press the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch to CANCEL / PRST.

  • Page 132: Adjustments And Settings From The Setup Menu

    4-9 Adjustments and Settings From the Setup Menu The camcorder provides a menu for adjustments and settings. The basic method of using this setup menu was described in Section 4-6-2 “Basic Use of the Setup Menu” (page 4-39). This section elaborates how to use the setup menu to carry out each adjustment and setting.

  • Page 133: Setting The Gain Selector Values

    4-9-1 Setting the GAIN Selector Values Before using the camcorder, use the MASTER GAIN page of the setup menu to set the gains corresponding to the L, M, and H positions of the GAIN selector, which switches the gain of the video amplifier.
  • Page 134 Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the desired position of the gain to change (LOW, MID, or HIGH) (or use the ITEM function). Press the UP or DOWN button repeatedly until the desired gain appears.

  • Page 135: Selecting The Functions

    4-9-2 Selecting the Functions Use the FUNCTION 2 / 2 page of the setup menu to select the camcorder functions related to return video signal. Selecting required functions Follow the procedure below to select the required functions.
  • Page 136 Push the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the FUNCTION 2 / 2 page shown below appears (or use the PAGE UP / DOWN function). FUNCTION 2 / 2 page (factory settings) Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the item whose setting you want to change (or use the ITEM UP / DOWN function).
  • Page 137 Notes • When a remote control unit is connected to the camcorder, the setting of the FILTER INH. cannot be changed. This item appears on the menu, but the cursor skips it so it cannot be selected.

  • Page 138: Selecting The Test Output

    4-9-3 Selecting the Test Output Use the TEST OUT page of the setup menu to select the type of video signal to be output from the TEST OUT connector. Selecting the test output Follow the procedure below to select the test output signal. Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON.
  • Page 139 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Composite video...

  • Page 140: Selecting The Aspect Ratio (Dvw-700Ws / 700Wsp Only)

    4-9-4 Selecting the Aspect Ratio (DVW-700WS / 700WSP Only) Use the WIDE SCREEN page of the setup menu to select the aspect ratio of the video output signal and other related items. Selecting required functions Follow the procedure below to select the required function. Set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to ON.
  • Page 141 WIDE SCREEN page (factory settings) Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the item whose setting you want to change (or use the ITEM + UP / DOWN function). Press the UP or DOWN button to change the setting of the selected item.
  • Page 142 “16:9” indicator on the color bar display “16:9” VF ID : To indicate 16:9 mode on the viewfinder screen, press the UP button (ON). The “16:9” indicator stays on in 16:9 mode. To turn off the indicator, press the down button (OFF). 4-76 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
  • Page 143 To end the menu operation, set the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch to OFF. The setup menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the displays indicating the current status of the camcorder appear along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...

  • Page 144: Using The Setup Card

    “setup card” (inserted at the factory). This data enables rapid recreation of suitable setup conditions. 4-10-1 Handling the Setup Card The setup card can be inserted or removed from the camcorder with the power turned on or off. Removing the setup card Push up on the tab on the right-hand side of the card insertion lid to open the lid.
  • Page 145 Inserting the setup card Hold the setup card with the “SONY” logo facing you so you can read it, slide it into the insertion slot, then close the lid. Note Make sure that you can read the “SONY” logo when you insert the card.

  • Page 146: Using Data On The Setup Card

    4-10-2 Using Data on the Setup Card The operations of saving data to the setup card and reading the saved data from the setup card are done from the SETUP CARD page of the setup menu. Note You cannot access the SETUP CARD page when a remote control unit is connected.
  • Page 147 Push the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the SETUP CARD page shown below appears (or use the PAGE UP / DOWN function). SETUP CARD page (factory settings) If no card is inserted, the message “CARD NOT INSERTED!” appears.
  • Page 148 • To continue the writing of data, go on to step 6. Press the UP button. The displayed card ID and the setting data stored in the camcorder are written to the card. While the data is being written, the message “WRITING DATA!” is displayed.
  • Page 149 Updating the data If data is already saved on the card, a message asking whether or not that data is to be updated is displayed when the UP button is pressed in step 6 (page 4-82). The message is illustrated below. Press the UP button to update (overwrite) the data.
  • Page 150 Protecting saved data To protect data that has been saved on a setup card, set WRITE PROTECT on the SETUP CARD page to ON in advance. Nothing will be written to the card when the UP button is pressed in step 6 (page 4- 82).
  • Page 151 If data cannot be written Data cannot be written if one of the following error messages appears when the UP button is pressed in step 6 (page 4-82). Error message Reason CARD NOT No setup card is INSERTED! inserted. WRITE WRITE PROTECT PROTECTED! is set to ON.
  • Page 152 Push the MENU ON / OFF / PAGE switch repeatedly to PAGE until the SETUP CARD page shown below appears (or use the PAGE UP / DOWN function). If no card is inserted, the message “CARD NOT INSERTED!” message appears. Close the menu and insert a card. Push the MENU CANCEL / PRST / ITEM switch repeatedly to ITEM until the cursor reaches the READ ( the ITEM...
  • Page 153 The data and the card ID read from the card overwrite the data stored in the camcorder. Before going on to step 6, re-check the card ID and decide whether it is necessary to read the data and card ID from the card.
  • Page 154 Circuit or card fault The card contains the data that cannot be read into this camcorder. Action Close the menu and insert or reinsert the card. Re-check, and consult a Sony representative. Do not try to read the data written for another camcorder.
  • Page 155 Press the UP or DOWN button repeatedly to cycle through the character set until the desired character appears. If you press the UP button, the character set cycles in the sequence of space (π), alphabetic characters A to Z, numerals 0 to 9, then symbols.
  • Page 156 ID will also be written onto the card. To set or modify only the card ID of data stored on a card, read the data from the card to the camcorder, set or modify the card ID, then write that data back to the card.

  • Page 157: Chapter 5 Setting Up The Camcorder

    5-1 Power Supply You need to power on the camcorder for the flange focal length adjustment, viewfinder focus and screen adjustment, etc., which are described later. The following power supplies can be used with the camcorder. • A BP-L60 / L90 lithium-ion battery pack •...

  • Page 158: Attaching The Battery Pack

    Attaching the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, aligning the side line of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder. Align these lines. Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at the matching line on the camcorder.
  • Page 159 Detaching the battery pack Holding the button in, pull the battery pack up. Detaching the battery pack Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 160: Using An Np-1B / 1A Battery Pack

    5-1-2 Using an NP-1B / 1A Battery Pack The camcorder will operate continuously for about 40 minutes with an NP-1B / 1A Battery Pack. Use of this battery pack requires a DC-L1 Battery Adaptor (not supplied). Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-1WD Battery Charger for about 1 hour.
  • Page 161 Mount the DC-L1 Battery Adaptor on the back of the camcorder. Back of camcorder Using two NP-1B / 1A Battery Packs simultaneously For long shooting sessions, attach a DC-520 Battery Adaptor (not supplied) to a DC-L1 Battery Adaptor. The camcorder will operate continuously for about 80 minutes.

  • Page 162: Using A Bp-90A / 90 Battery Pack

    5-1-3 Using a BP-90A / 90 Battery Pack The camcorder will operate for about 120 minutes with a BP- 90A / 90 Battery Pack. Use of this battery pack requires a DC-L90 Battery Adaptor (not supplied). Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-210 / 210CE / 410 / 410CE Battery Charger for about 2 hours.

  • Page 163: Avoiding Breaks In Operation Due To Dead Batteries

    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.

  • Page 164: Using An Ac Adaptor

    • There may be some noise on the video signal at the instant the power sources are switched. 5-1-5 Using an AC Adaptor Connect the camcorder through an AC-550 / 550CE AC Adaptor as illustrated, then turn on the AC adaptor power switch. DC output cable (supplied with the AC-550 / 550CE)

  • Page 165: Ultralight System

    5-1-6 Using the Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System and Ultralight System You can equip the camcorder with a special battery mount which the Anton Bauer Corporation has developed for its Intelligent Battery System and Ultralight System. • Intelligent Battery System : With an Anton Bauer Digital Magnum series battery, the camcorder viewfinder screen can indicate the amount of battery power remaining in the form of characters.

  • Page 166: Adjusting The Viewfinder

    Slide the viewfinder to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. Storing the camcorder in the carrying case Always store the camcorder with the viewfinder moved fully in the direction opposite to the barrel and the viewfinder left-right positioning ring tightened.
  • Page 167 Using the viewfinder with your left eye By attaching a left-eye shooting viewfinder slide guide (Part No. A- 8262-535-A, not supplied), you can use the camcorder easily with your left eye looking through the viewfinder. Follow the fitting procedure below.
  • Page 168 Detach the slide guide from the viewfinder. Attach the left-eye shooting slide guide (Part No. A-8262-535-A) with the screws removed in step 2. Reattach the viewfinder to the camcorder. 5-12 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Slide guide Left-eye shooting slide guide (Part No. A-8262-535-A)

  • Page 169: Adjusting The Viewfinder Focus And Screen

    Adjusting the viewfinder focus Adjusting the viewfinder screen Adjust the brightness, contrast, and peaking of the viewfinder screen with the controls shown below. Adjusting the viewfinder screen Diopter adjustment ring BRIGHT control CONTRAST control PEAKING control Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-13...

  • Page 170: Detaching The Viewfinder

    Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in the direction indicated by the arrow and detach it. Remove the viewfinder cable and microphone cable from the clamps and disconnect them. 5-14 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Viewfinder stopper Detaching the viewfinder...
  • Page 171 By fitting a BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not supplied), you can rotate the viewfinder out of the way so that your right leg does not hit the viewfinder while you are carrying the camcorder. For more information, refer to the BKW-401 manual.

  • Page 172: Detaching The Eyepiece

    Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise, to line up the red marks on the locking ring and the viewfinder barrel. Detach the eyepiece. 5-16 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Mark (red) Mark (red) Locking ring Mark on end of eyepiece...
  • Page 173 Note A worn or torn eyepiece pad should be a new one (Part No. 3-679-697- 01). You can also attach a rubber eyecup pad (Part No. 3-723-079-02). Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-17...

  • Page 174: Mounting The Lens

    Holding the lens in place, push the lens locking lever down to mount the lens. Connect the lens cable to the LENS connector. Secure the lens cable with the cable clamps. 5-18 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Mounting the lens...

  • Page 175: Adjusting The Flange Focal Length

    (10 ft) away from the camera, lit well enough to provide a satisfactory video output level. Loosen the fixing screws on the Ff ring (flange focal length adjustment ring). Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder (Continued) 5-19...
  • Page 176 Turn the Ff ring until the chart is in focus, being careful not to disturb the focus ring. Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the way from wide angle to telephoto. Tighten the Ff ring fixing screws. 5-20 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 177: Audio Input System

    5-5 Audio Input System 5-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone You can use the supplied microphone either detached from or attached to the camcorder. Using the microphone detached from the camcorder Connect to the MIC IN connector. Using the microphone detached from the camcorder...
  • Page 178 Using the microphone attached to the camcorder Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder. Place the microphone in the microphone holder. 5-22 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Tighten the screw. Place the microphone in the holder so that “UP” is at the top.
  • Page 179 Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN connector, and set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired recording channel to FRONT. Connect to the MIC IN connector. 5-23 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 180: Using An External Microphone

    Set the AUDIO IN switch for the channel to which the microphone is connected to REAR. 5-24 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Using a detached external microphone Set the LINE / MIC / 48 V ON selector to 48 V ON if you use an external power supply type microphone.

  • Page 181: Using An External Microphone Attached To The Camcorder

    Using an external microphone attached to the camcorder You can attach an external microphone to the camcorder by using a CAC-12 Microphone Holder (not supplied). Additionally, by using a CRS-3P Cradle Suspension (not supplied), you can reduce the mechanical vibration noise from the VTR, and can also attach a long microphone.
  • Page 182 Remove the external microphone holder attachment screws. Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder. 5-26 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Screws removed in step 2 CAC-12...
  • Page 183 Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor. Mount the assembly from step 1 in the CAC-12. Loosen the screw. Open the CAC-12. Microphone adaptor Tighten the screw. Close the CAC-12. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder (Continued) 5-27...
  • Page 184 • If the microphone you connect to the AUDIO IN CH-1 / CH-2 connector is of the external power supply type, set the appropriate LINE / MIC / 48 V ON selector to 48 V ON. Otherwise, set the selector to MIC. 5-28 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Microphone...

  • Page 185: Attaching A Uhf Portable Tuner (For A Uhf Wireless Microphone System)

    5-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHF Wireless Microphone System) Use of a Sony wireless microphone system requires a WRR-28H / 28M / 28L / 810A / 860A UHF Portable Tuner. Attach the tuner to the camcorder as shown below. (The following example uses the WRR-28M.)
  • Page 186 Mount the tuner on the metal fitting. Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN connector for channel 1 or 2. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR.
  • Page 187 Attach the BETACAM holder kit supplied with the tuner to the battery adaptor. Mount the tuner on the battery adaptor. 1 Attach the hook to the bracket. 2 Tighten the screw. BETACAM holder kit Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder WRR-28M (Continued) 5-31...
  • Page 188 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR. 5-32 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 189: Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment

    Set the AUDIO IN switch for the appropriate channel to REAR. Line input connection 50440 Set the LINE / MIC / 48 V ON selector for the appropriate channel to LINE. Audio equipment AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-33...

  • Page 190: Tripod Mounting

    5-6 Tripod Mounting You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a tripod by using the supplied tripod adaptor. Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor Camera mount Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. 5-34 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 191: Removing The Camcorder From The Tripod Adaptor

    If the pin remains in the engaged position, you will not be able to mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. Stowed position...

  • Page 192: Attaching The Shoulder Strap

    5-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown below. Shoulder strap post Attaching the shoulder strap 5-36 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
  • Page 193 Attaching Clip Attaching the shoulder strap Press here to release. Removing Removing the shoulder strap Pull up on the strap to lock the fitting. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-37...

  • Page 194: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position

    You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position backward or forward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch). This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder. Bottom view Loosen the two screws.

  • Page 195: Putting On The Rain Cover

    5-9 Putting On the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as illustrated below. This cover is so designed that you can change cassettes, reach the controls, and mount the camcorder on a tripod with the cover on. When attaching the...
  • Page 196 Access the controls on the camcorder through these sleeves. Front Insert the viewfinder barrel here with the eyecup out, and fasten the drawstrings around the eyecup. 5-40 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Change the BP-L60 / L90, NP-1B / 1A Battery Packs through this sleeve.
  • Page 197 Rain cover bottom Front Close the velcro tape. Back Front You can mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor through Back these holes. 5-41 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...

  • Page 198: Connecting The Remote Control Unit

    Connecting the RM-P9 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) enables remote control of the principal camera functions. Turning the POWER switch of the camcorder to ON when the RM-P9 is connected to the REMOTE connector, automatically puts the camcorder into remote control mode. If you disconnect the RM-P9, remote control mode is canceled.
  • Page 199 Maintenance Manual those switches and controls are explained separately for each camera. For operation of the RM-P9 connected to one of the DVW-700 series, refer to the explanations for the BVP-90 / 90P as well as the notes below. • All the control knobs, switches, and indicators of the RM-P9 are operable.

  • Page 200: Chapter 6 Maintenance

    6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting Check the functions of the camcorder before setting out for a shooting session, preferably by operating the camcorder together with a color video monitor. 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing Follow the procedure below. Load a fully charged battery pack.

  • Page 201: Testing The Camera

    • There is no slack in the tape. Condensation If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form on the head drum. Then, if the camcorder is operated in this state, the tape may adhere to the drum, and cause a failure or even permanent damage.
  • Page 202 Testing the viewfinder Adjust the position of the viewfinder. Check that the color bars are displayed in the viewfinder, and adjust the BRIGHT, CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best color bar display. Also check that the message “BARS” flashes on the center of the viewfinder screen.
  • Page 203 Note The current display status may inhibit one of the displays or operations mentioned in steps 3 to 6. If this happens, switch the camcorder to engineer mode, set the DISPLAY MODE to 3 in the VF DISPLAY page of the setup menu, then set the desired items in the SHUTTER SPEED, ‘!’...

  • Page 204: Testing The Iris And Zoom Functions

    Testing the iris and zoom functions Set the zoom to automatic zoom mode and check that the power zoom operates correctly. Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the zoom functions manually. Set the iris to automatic adjustment mode and point the camera at objects of different brightness.

  • Page 205: Testing The Vtr

    6-1-3 Testing the VTR Perform tests (1) to (6) consecutively in the given order. (1) Testing the tape transport functions Set the VTR SAVE / STBY switch to SAVE and check that the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes on. Set the VTR SAVE / STBY switch to STBY and check that the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes off.

  • Page 206: Testing The Automatic Audio Level Adjusting

    Set the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 / CH-2 switches to MAN. Adjust the MIC AUDIO LEVEL control on the front of the camcorder. Check that the level indications increase as the control is turned counterclockwise. Chapter 6 Maintenance...

  • Page 207: Testing The Earphone And Speaker

    (4) Testing the earphone and speaker Set the VTR SAVE / STBY switch to STBY. Turn the MONITOR control and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly. Connect an earphone to the EARPHONE jack. Check that the speaker sound is cut off and that you can hear the sound from the microphone in the earphone.
  • Page 208 (6) Checking the functions of the user bits and time code Set the user bits as required. For more information, see Section 4-5-1 “Setting the User Bits” (page 4-25). Set the time code. For more information, see Section 4-5-2 “Setting the Time Code” (page 4- 27).

  • Page 209: Maintenance

    6-2 Maintenance 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads To clean the video heads, always use a Sony BCT-D12CL Cleaning Cassette. Carefully follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect or excessive use could damage the video heads. 6-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder •...
  • Page 210 Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder. Remove the protecting filter together with the packing ring from inside the eyecup holder. Detach the protecting filter from the packing ring. Fog-proof filter Depending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting filter may mist because of vapor or your breath.

  • Page 211: Operation Warnings

    6-3 Operation Warnings When a problem occurs either at power on or during operation, warnings are given by the WARNING indicator and tally indicator, in the display panel, and in the viewfinder. The speaker and earphone also give audible warnings. Display panel Warning / Flashing /...
  • Page 212 Clean the heads. If recording is still substandard, turn off the power and consult your Sony representative. Turn off the power and consult your Sony representative. Note that this indication may be given momentarily when the tape starts moving, but this does not indicate a problem.
  • Page 213 Notes on CCD Image Sensors Vertical smear Smear tends to be produced when an extremely bright object is being shot; it is more likely to occur with a faster electronic shutter speed. Aliasing When patterns of stripes or lines are shot, they may appear jagged. 6-14 Chapter 6 Maintenance Vertical tails show on the image.

  • Page 214: Appendix

    Specifications Power voltage V DC Power consumption 28 W (12 V DC supply, when recording) Operating temperature 0°C to 40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating humidity 25 % to 85 % (relative humidity) Storage temperature 20°C to 60°C ( 4°F to 140°F) Mass Approx.

  • Page 215: Video Camera Section

    C : 4300 K D : 6300 K ND filter 1 : Straight through Electronic shutter speed DVW-700 / 700WS : • • 260 speeds from 60.1 to 7000 Hz (CLS mode) • 248 speeds from 30.4 to 58.3 Hz (ECS mode) •...
  • Page 216 DVW-700 / 700WS : 62 dB (Y typical) DVW-700P / 700WSP : 60 dB (Y typical) Horizontal resolution DVW-700 / 700P : 850 or more TV lines (at center) DVW-700WS / 700WSP : 680 TV lines (16:9 mode) (at center) 600 TV lines (4:3 mode) (at center)

  • Page 217: Vtr Section

    Viewfinder -inch monochrome, quick start type Horizontal resolution DVW-700 / 700P : 600 TV lines (at center) DVW-700WS / 700WSP : 450 TV lines (16:9 mode) (at center) VTR Section General Usable cassettes -inch Digital BETACAM cassettes BCT-D6 / D12 / D22 / D32 / D40 Tape speed Approx.
  • Page 218 DVW-700P / 700WSP MIC IN (mini XLR, 3-pin, female) 60 dBu for DVW-700 / 700WS, or 60 dBs for DVW-700P / 700WSP, with an external power supply system (48 V DC, maximum current 3 1) 0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms.
  • Page 219 GENLOCK IN (BNC type) 1.0 V p-p, 75 TC IN (BNC type) 0.5 V to 18 V p-p, 10 k Signal outputs VIDEO OUT (BNC type) 1.0 V p-p, 75 , unbalanced TEST OUT (BNC type) 1.0 V p-p, 75 , unbalanced (internally connected with REMOTE connector) AUDIO OUT (XLR, 3-pin, male) 0 dBm...

  • Page 220: Supplied Accessories

    AC-550 / 550CE AC Adaptor Digital BETACAM video cassette tapes BCT-D6 / D12 / D22 / D32 / D40 1) Maintenance Manual Part 1 This manual gives the information necessary for users to maintain the camcorder and its optional equipment. Appendix...
  • Page 221 ND filter (1/8 ND) (Part No. 3-174-685-01) ND filter (1/32 ND) (Part No. 3-174-683-01) Cross filter (Part No. 3-174-682-01) Mount ring (Part No. 3-186-442-01) Consult your Sony representative for more infomation about these filters. Equipment for remote control RM-P9 Remote Control Unit Audio equipment...
  • Page 222 WRT-27 UHF Transmitter BTA-27 UHF Portable Tuner Attachment Kit Equipment for maintenance and easier handling BCT-D12CL Cleaning Cassette LC-777 Carrying Case LC-304SFT Soft Carrying Case EX-410 Extension Board Maintenance Manual Part 2 Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. 1) This carrying case is supplied with the DVW-700P / 700WSP.

  • Page 223: Glossary

    Glossary Aliasing Distortion of the signal caused by overlap of the baseband signal and the lower sideband signal when the signal is demodulated. Bayonet mount A type of lens mount. The lens can be inserted into the lens mount and quickly locked in place by simply rotating the lens locking ring.
  • Page 224 Color bar signal A test signal which can be displayed as vertical bars of different colors on a color video monitor. This signal is used to check chrominance functions of color television and video systems such as cameras and monitors. Color temperature The temperature in Kelvins (K) to represent the color of a light source, determined by heating a perfectly black body until its color matches that...
  • Page 225 Diopter A measure of lens power ; its unit is the reciprocal of 1 m (3.28 ft). A diopter lens is a simple supplementary lens placed over the main camera lens to alter its effective focal length. Drop frame mode SMPTE time code runs at 30 frames / second, while the NTSC color television system runs at about 29.97 frames / second.
  • Page 226 Electronic News Gathering. The use of electronic equipment such as portable video cameras, VTRs, and sound equipment for the production of daily news stories and short documentaries. See Flange focal length. Frame Interline Transfer. A type of CCD imager featuring substantially reduced vertical smear.
  • Page 227 Horizontal resolution The capability of a video camera or a display unit to preserve detail in the horizontal direction. Usually expressed as the number of vertical lines which can be distinguished in the reproduced image of a test chart. Hunting Repeated brightening and darkening of an image resulting from repeated response to automatic iris control.
  • Page 228 Sawtooth waveform A form of signal resembling the teeth of a saw. A video signal having a sawtooth waveform is used to check linearity and other characteristics of video amplifiers. Shutter speed The length of time for which the shutter stays open. The higher the shutter speed, the more clearly a moving object can be shot.
  • Page 229 User bits A total of 32 bits are provided in the time code which the user can use to record such information as date, scene number, or reel number on video tape. Vertical smear A bright vertical line which appears on the screen when shooting a very bright object with a CCD camera.
  • Page 230 Zebra pattern In a video camera, striped patterns which appear in the viewfinder screen to indicate areas of the image where the video level is higher than a certain value. If a zebra pattern appears on the skin when the object is a human being, that is a correct exposure.

  • Page 231: Index

    Index AC-550 / 550CE AC Adaptor 1-5, Accessories A-7 Accessory attachments 2-3 Adjustment and settings for recording audio level 4-22 black balance and white balance 4-1 electronic shutter 4-12 reference value for automatic iris adjustment 4-20 time data 4-25 ADVANCE button 2-32 ALARM volume control 2-11 Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System 5-9...
  • Page 232 5-25 Camera ID 4-36, 4-61 Cameraman tally indicator 2-17 Camera section features 1-1 specifications A-2 testing 6-2 Carrying case storing the camcorder 5-10 Cassette tape loading 3-1 Index preventing accidental erasure slack checking 3-2 unloading 3-3 usable cassettes A-4 CC (Color temparature...
  • Page 233 DIAG button 2-35 Diopter adjustment ring 2-17, 5-13 Display display mode and message 4-57 indicators 2-37 markers 4-59 setup menu 4-40 status 2-37 warnings 2-37 DOWN button 2-28 Dynamic Contrast Control 2-20 Earphone testing 6-8 EARPHONE jack 2-14 E-E sound 2-13 EJECT button 2-26 Electronic shutter See shutter.
  • Page 234 HUMID indicator 2-38, 3-5, 6-1, 6-12 I, J, K Indicators in the viewfinder 4-44 Iris automatic adjustment 4-20 automatic closing 4-20 automatic opening 4-20 changing the reference value 4-20 testing 6-5 Iris setting indicator 4-51 Lens locking lever 2-4 mount 2-4 mount cap 2-4 mounting 5-18 LENS connector 2-4...
  • Page 235 See also Battery and Power Supply. Operation status warning indicator 4-45 setting 4-46 Operation warnings 6-12 OUTPUT / DCC selector 2-20 P, Q Parts and controls accessory attachments 2-3 audio functions 2-5 power supply 2-1 setup menu operating section 2-27 shooting and record / playback functions 2-15 time code system 2-29...
  • Page 236 REMOTE connector 2-22 RESET button 2-32 REW button and indicator 2-26 RF indicator 2-38, 6-12 RM-P9 Remote Control Unit 1-4, 4-21, 5-42 Safety zone marker 2-16, 4-53 Selecting the functions 4-69 Selecting the display items 4-54 Self-diagnosis indicator 4-50 SERVO indicator 2-38, 6-12 Setting up adjusting the flange focal length 5-19...
  • Page 237 4-52 SLACK indicator 2-38, 6-12 Spare indicators 4-44 Speaker 2-13 testing 6-8 Specifications A-1 STOP button 2-26 Storing the camcorder 1-6, 5-10 Super EVS mode 4-13 System configuration 1-4 Tape remaining tape indicator 4-51 remaining tape time 4-51 TAPE status indicator 2-37,...
  • Page 238 resetting 2-32 setting 4-25 synchronizing 4-33 Tripod mount 2-4 Tripod mounting 5-34 tripod adaptor 5-34 UHF portable tuner (WRR-28H / 28M / 28L / 810A / 860A) 1-5, 5-29 UP button 2-28 User bits displaying 2-31, 2-39 resetting 2-31 setting 4-25 storing the setting in memory 4-26 testing 6-9...
  • Page 239 display panel indications 2-37 operation warnings 6-12 parts and controls 2-37 viewfinder screen displays 4-44, 4-50, 6-12 warning sound 2-11, 6-12 See also Display. WHITE BAL switch 2-20, 4-6 White balance adjusting 4-6 error messages 4-10 memory 4-11 White balance memory indicator 4-53 WRR-28H / 28M / 28L / 810A / 860A UHF Portable Tuner 1-5,...
  • Page 240 Sony Corporation B & P Company Printed in Japan 2002.03.13 ©1994 DVW-700 DVW-700P DVW-700WS DVW-700WSP (UC / EK, 3-184-832-03 (1)

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