Page 1 HD CAMCORDER HDW-750 HDW-750CE [English] OPERATION MANUAL 1st Edition (Revised 3)
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. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. AVERTISSEMENT Afin d’éviter tout risque d’incendie ou d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil à la pluie ou à l’humidité. Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution, garder le coffret fermé.
Page 3 For the customers in USA This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference in a residential installation.
Page 4 For the customers in Europe This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards: • EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission) •...
Page 5 Für Kunden in Europa Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Direktive (89/336/EEC) der EG-Kommission. Die Erfüllung dieser Direktive bedeutet Konformität für die folgenden Europäischen Normen: • EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Interferenz (Emission) • EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Empfindlichkeit (Immunität) Dieses Produkt ist für den Einsatz unter folgenden elektromagnetischen Bedingungen ausgelegt: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3...
Page 7: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features ... 1-1 1-1-1 Camera Features ... 1-1 1-1-2 VTR Features ... 1-4 Example of System Configuration ... 1-6 Precautions ... 1-8 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Power Supply ... 2-1 Accessory Attachments ...
Page 8 3-2-6 Shooting Pictures at Intervals (Interval Rec Function) (When Using the HKDW-703) ... 3-27 3-2-7 Continuous Recording on the Previous Cut ... 3-44 3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning in the Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function) ... 3-45 Checking the Recording —...
Page 9 4-11 Using the Scene Files ... 4-135 4-11-1 Storing Data in the Scene File ... 4-135 4-11-2 Loading Scene Files ... 4-145 4-11-3 Resetting the Settings of the Camcorder to the Standard Settings Saved in the Reference File ... 4-150 (Continued)
Page 10 Putting On the Rain Cover ... 5-31 5-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit ... 5-33 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 ...
Page 11 Appendix Specifications ... A-1 Video Camera Section ... A-2 VTR Section ... A-3 Supplied Accessories ... A-6 Recommended Additional Equipment ... A-6 Menu List ... A-9 OPERATION Menu List ... A-9 PAINT Menu List ... A-19 MAINTENANCE Menu List ... A-31 FILE Menu List ...
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Page 13: Features
S-EVS improves vertical resolution. • Selectable video gain ensures a noise-free image. 1) The HDW-750 operates with 59.94I among the HD formats. The HDW-750CE operates with 50I among the HD formats. 2) Power HAD: Power Hole-Accumulated Diode “Power HAD”...
Page 14 • Setup data specified by video engineers, including the various detail settings, can be stored in the camcorder itself and on a memory stick as a reference file. After storage it can be loaded. This makes it possible to shorten setup time by duplicating the stored reference file to other cameras through the memory stick.
Page 15 • Setup data specified by video engineers, including the video settings, can be stored in the camcorder itself and on a memory stick as a scene file. This makes it possible to load setup data appropriate for the scene. • Correction values for lens extenders and individual lenses can be stored as a lens file.
Page 16: Vtr Features
1-1-2 VTR Features The VTR features of this camcorder are described below. • Use of the HDCAM format allows high performance HD digital recording and playback while preserving the same ease of use as conventional camcorder equipment. • The same cassette size (S size) as Digital BETACAM can be used to achieve a long recording time of approximately 40 minutes (for 59.94I...
Page 17 • Optional long-life battery packs are available. • Pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens ensures recording continuity from the very next frame. • The time code is displayed in the LCD window screen even when the power is off.
Page 18 1-2 Example of System Configuration The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder for ENG and EFP. Viewfinder-related equipment Fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11) BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket Extension board HKDW-703 for picture cache HKDW-702 converting the signal...
Page 19 For more information about the fittings, connections, or use of additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter 5 as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment. Camera adaptor HDCA-901 for the input of the audio channels 3 and 4 and the HD-SDI output Power source Battery AC power...
Page 20: Precautions
Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. Use and storage locations Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorder in the following places. • Places subject to temperature extremes • Very damp places •...
Page 21: Power Supply
Attach a BP-L60A battery pack. Furthermore, by attaching an AC-DN2B AC Adaptor, you can operate the camcorder from AC power. 2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male) To operate the HDW-750/750CE using an AC power supply, connect an AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with the adaptor.
Page 22 3 POWER switch This switch turns the main power supply on and off. 4 LIGHT switch This switch selects the way in which a video light connected to the LIGHT connector is switched on and off. AUTO: When the video light switch is turned on, starting recording with the VTR turns on the light.
Page 23: Accessory Attachments
2-2 Accessory Attachments 1 Shoulder strap posts Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts. 2 Light shoe Attach an optional accessory such as a video light to this shoe. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Lens cable clamp Accessory attachments...
Page 24 Remove this cap by pushing up on the lens locking lever. For protection from dust, always insert this cap when no lens is mounted. 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 Tripod mount When using the unit on a tripod, attach the supplied tripod adaptor.
Page 25: Audio Functions
2-3 Audio Functions 1 Microphone This is a super-cardioid directional stereo microphone with an external power supply (+48 V) system. If you assign the Front MIC MONO/STEREO function to either ASSIGN 1 or 2 switch, you can switch the monaural and stereo outputs. 2 MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type, 5-pin, female) You can connect a supplied stereo microphone with an external power supply system.
Page 26 ADVANCE PRESET F-RUN REGEN CLOCK R-RUN MEMORY STICK OPEN DATA DISPLAY U-BIT TIME SHOT Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls SHIFT LEVEL CH-3 AUTO MANUAL AUDIO SELECT CH-1 CH-2 CH-4 CUE IN AUDIO IN CH-1 FRONT REAR CH-2 WIRELESS Audio functions (2)
Page 27 4 LEVEL (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel 1 and channel 2 recording level) controls These controls adjust the audio levels of channels 1 and 2 when audio input is from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors and the AUDIO SELECT switches are set to MANUAL. 5 AUDIO SELECT (CH-1/CH-2) (audio channel-1 and channel-2 adjustment method select) switches These switches select the audio level adjustment method for each of...
Page 28 W (WIRELESS): The input signal source is a WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit (not supplied). With the HDCA-901 (not supplied) connected to the camcorder, you can record separate sounds in audio channels 3 and 4. 7 CUE IN (cue track input) switch This switch selects the input signal to be recorded on the cue track.
Page 29 Audio functions (3) qa ALARM volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. ALARM Minimum Maximum ALARM volume control Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 30 The internal volume control can be adjusted so that the alarm is audible even if the ALARM volume control is at the minimum position. For more information, refer to the Maintenance Manual. qs MONITOR volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone volume for sounds other than the alarm sound.
Page 31 MONITOR switch This switch selects the audio output to the speaker or earphone. CH-1/2 CH-3/4 MONITOR switch position position CH-1/2 CH-1 CH-2 CH-3/4 CH-3 CH-4 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Audio output Audio channel 1 Mix sound of channels 1 and 2 Audio channel 2 Audio channel 3 Mix sound of channels 3 and 4...
Page 32 qf Built-in speaker During recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring the E-E sound, and during playback for monitoring playback sound. The speaker also sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings. If an earphone is plugged into to the EARPHONE jack, the speaker sound is automatically cut off.
Page 33 You can monitor the E-E sound during recording and playback sound during playback. Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker, and you hear the alarms about the camcorder's operation and status through the earphone. The signals output from these jacks are the same. You can connect two earphones to these jacks at the same time.
Page 34: Shooting And Recording/Playback Functions
2-4 Shooting and Recording/ Playback Functions Shooting and recording/playback functions (1) 1 TALLY indicator Setting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW activates this indicator. The indicator lights during recording on the VTR. It also provides the same information as the REC indicator in the viewfinder: it comes on during recording and flashes to indicate a problem.
Page 35 2 BRIGHT (brightness) control This control adjusts the picture brightness on the viewfinder screen. It has no effect on the camera output signal. 3 CONTRAST control This control adjusts the picture contrast on the viewfinder screen. It has no effect on the camera output signal. 4 PEAKING control This control adjusts the sharpness of the picture on the viewfinder screen to make focusing easier.
Page 36 VTR. It also displays various warnings and messages related to the settings or operating conditions of the camcorder, a zebra pattern, safety zone marker , and center marker Also, you can use the BVF-V20/V20CE black and white viewfinder with the 525i/625i method and BVF-VC10 color viewfinder.
Page 37 Cameraman tally indicator This indicator lights while the camcorder is operating. Slide the window open when you shoot, keeping your eye away from the viewfinder. This indicator flashes when the battery level is running low or the tape is nearing its end.
Page 38 qd qf qg qh qj qk ql w; Shooting and recording/playback functions (2) qd FILTER selector This selector is a dual knob that selects the most appropriate filter to match the light source illuminating the subject. The outer knob selects the color temperature of the CC (Color Conversion) filter, and the inner knob selects the type of ND (Neutral Density) filter.
Page 39 The relationships between the selector settings and filter selections as well as examples of filters for different shooting conditions are given below. FILTER selector (outer) setting and CC filter selection FILTER selector (outer) setting a) A type of special effect filter. Generates a cross-hair light ray on a highlighted portion.
Page 40 qf SHUTTER selector Set this selector to ON to use the electronic shutter. Set it to SEL to switch the shutter speed or mode setting within the range that has been previously set from the setup menu. When this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change/adjustment progress message display area for about 3 seconds.
Page 41 setting change/adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds. For information about setting the gain values, see “4-8-1 Setting the GAIN Selector Values” on page 4-97. qk OUTPUT/DCC (output signal/dynamic contrast control) selector This selector switches the video signal that is output to the VTR, viewfinder, and video monitor, between the color bar signal and the camera output.
Page 42 FILTER selector (outer knob) is at the same position as it was when this WHITE BAL switch was adjusted, the stored value is called from memory, and the camcorder automatically adjusts itself to that value. B (ATW): When this switch is set to B whereas, on the FUNCTION 2 page of the OPERATION menu, WHITE B CH is set to ATW ATW is activated.
Page 43 VBS/SDI OUT (video signal output) connector (BNC type) (Only when the HKDW-702 extension board (not supplied) is installed) In this manual, the illustration of the camcorder which the BNC connector is attached is used. If you do not install the HKDW-702, ignore this connector.
Page 44 • When the HKDW-702 is attached to the HDW-750, the HD signal is down-converted to the 525i signal. When the HKDW-702 is attached to the HDW-750CE, the HD signal is down-converted to the 625i signal. ws HD SDI OUT (HD SDI output) connector (BNC type) This connector outputs the HD SDI signal to the video monitor.
Page 45 wg GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type) This connector inputs an HD reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment. Use the MAINTENANCE menu to adjust the genlock H- phase (phase of Horizontal sync signal).
Page 46 Shooting and recording/playback functions (4) wh 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. When the REC BUTTON function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1 (push type), you can use the ASSIGN 1 switch as the VTR START button.
Page 47 SAVE, the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder lights. STBY: Standby mode. Recording starts as soon as you press the VTR START button. Avoid allowing the camcorder to remain in STBY (standby) mode for a long time. wk EJECT (cassette eject) button Press this button to eject or load a cassette.
Page 48: Menu Operating Section
2-5 Menu Operating Section ON/SEL STATUS 2-28 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls CANCEL/PRST ESCAPE MENU Menu operating section...
Page 49 1 Memory stick compartment MEMORY STICK OPEN button EJECT button Memory stick Open the cover of the memory stick compartment by pressing the MEMORY STICK OPEN button. Insert the memory stick (not supplied) with the notch facing downward and the label facing toward you into the slot.
Page 50 When the arrow mark is placed at the position other than the page title, the camcorder turns in mode where you can change the settings by pushing this knob. Turn: Turn this knob to change the page or change the settings of the items.
Page 51 4 MENU ON/OFF (menu display) switch To use this switch, open the cover. This switch is used to display the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test signal screen. Closing the cover results in automatically setting this switch to OFF. ON: Displays the menu on the viewfinder screen or the test signal screen, at the page which was on the screen when the previous menu access ended.
Page 52: Time Code System
2-6 Time Code System 1 GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type) • This connector inputs an HD reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment. This connector can input an NTSC/PAL analog composite signal as the reference video signal when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment.
Page 53 3 TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, connect this connector to the time code input lock connector of the external VTR. Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 54 2-34 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls DATA HOLD RESET DISPLAY LIGHT WARNING ADVANCE SHIFT LEVEL PRESET F-RUN REGEN AUTO CLOCK R-RUN MANUAL MEMORY STICK AUDIO SELECT OPEN CH-1 CH-2 CUE IN AUDIO IN DATA DISPLAY CH-1 FRONT U-BIT REAR...
Page 55 4 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. When the HOLD button is activated, the time data is displayed in the following format: See “2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel”...
Page 56 Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/R- RUN switch, the camcorder operates in R-RUN mode. CLOCK: Makes the time code value coincide with the built-in clock.
Page 57 qa DATA DISPLAY switch U-BIT: Display the user bit value. SHOT-TIME: Display the date and time from the shot data. SHOT-NO: Display the shot number from the shot data. 2-37 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 58: Warnings And Indications
2-7 Warnings and Indications The camcorder supplies you visual information and warnings by means of its indicators without you having to use the speaker, earphone or viewfinder. 2-38 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Warning and indication functions...
Page 59 1 TALLY indicator Setting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW activates this indicator. The indicator lights during recording on the VTR. It also provides the same information as the REC indicator in the viewfinder; it lights up during recording and flashes to indicate a problem. The brightness of this indicator when it is lit can be controlled by the TALLY switch.
Page 60 5 BACK TALLY switch This switch turns the BACK TALLY and the REAR TALLY indicators on and off. ON: Switches on the BACK TALLY and REAR TALLY indicators. OFF: Switches off the BACK TALLY and REAR TALLY indicators. 6 LIGHT switch This switch controls the display panel light.
Page 61: Warnings And Indications On The Display Panel
2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel Tape status, battery status, and level indicators Audio channel level meter: When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch is set to CH-1/2, the audio channel level 1 is displayed. When the CH-1/2 / CH-3/4 switch is set to CH-3/4, the audio channel level 3 is displayed.
Page 62 VTR operation and status indicators 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 “6-3 Operation Warnings” on page 6-16. Note If the tape in the VTR becomes slackened, an error code appears automatically on the display section of the display panel.
Page 63: Time Code Displays
Time code displays Lights in playback mode. Lights when VITC is selected for the time code. Lights in non-drop frame mode. (HDW-750 only) Lights when the camcorder is synchronized with an external time code. PB VITC NDF EXT-LK TAPE BATT...
Page 64 Relationships between the DISPLAY switch and DATA DISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displays Except during setting of the time code, the time counter display is determined by the position of the DISPLAY switch and DATA DISPLAY switch. For details of setting the time code menu operation, see “4-5-1 Setting the Time Code”...
Page 65: Indicators On The Viewfinder
TALLY/REC Indicators on the Viewfinder 1 TALLY indicator This indicator lights when the camcorder is in Loop Rec mode. Also, this indicator blinks when the camcorder is in auto Interval Rec mode or manual Interval Rec mode. 2 REC (recording) indicator This indicator lights in red during recording.
Page 66 For details, see the Maintenance Manual. (warning) indicator This indicator lights up when the camcorder is used under one or more of the following conditions and if the corresponding items have been set to ON on the ‘!’ LED page of the USER menu.
Page 67: About Cassettes
This section describes the procedure for loading and unloading a cassette. See “Specifications VTR Section ”(page A-3) 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 68 Press the EJECT button. The cassette lid will open. Cassette lid Check that there is no slack in the tape. Then slide in the cassette until it clicks into position and close the cassette lid completely by pressing near the engraved “PUSH". Window outward.
Page 69: Unloading A Cassette
Notes • To insert the tape correctly, make sure to stand the grip of the camcorder. • When inserting the tape, be careful that you don’t hit the tape against the tape holder. Checking the tape for slack Pressing in the reels lightly, turn them gently with your fingers in the directions shown below.
Page 70 Unloading a cassette manually If the battery voltage drops below about 10.5 V, take out the cassette manually as illustrated below. Cassette lid 1 Turn the power off. 2 Open this rubber cover. 3 Pushing on the screw inside with a screwdriver, turn the screw clockwise until the cassette lid opens.
Page 71: Preventing Accidental Erasure
3-1-2 Preventing Accidental Erasure The following procedure prevents cassettes from being recorded inadvertently. Preventing accidental erasure Push the plug in. To reuse the cassette, return the plug to its original position. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 72: Recording
This section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording. Before a shooting session, ensure that the camcorder is functioning properly. For more information, see ”6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting” on page 6-1. Turning on the camcorder and loading a cassette Follow the procedure below.
Page 73 Set the POWER switch to ON. Check that the HUMID indicator does not appear and that the BATT indicator shows at least five segments. • If HUMID indicator appears, wait until it disappears. Note After turning off the power, check whether the drum is dry (even if the HUMID indicator is off) when the turning on the power again.
Page 74 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. DISPLAY: ON Iris: Automatic Zoom: Automatic OUTPUT/DCC: CAM, DCC ON...
Page 75 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. For detailed information on how to adjust the black balance, see “4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance”...
Page 76 Select the CC filter and ND filter to match the lighting conditions, and adjust the white balance. 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 the PRST position.
Page 77 To stop recording, press the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens again. The REC indicator in the viewfinder goes off. Cassette control buttons During recording, the cassette control buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD, PLAY, STOP) have no effect. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback 3-11...
Page 78: 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 79 3 seconds in length. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 80 Press the RET button. The tape will rewind and will be positioned at the desired point to continue recording. Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens to start recording. 3-14 Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 81: Recording Good Shot Markers
3-2-3 Recording Good Shot Markers Good shot markers 1 and 2 are recorded to tape when the RET button on the lens is pressed during recording. Recording shot markers images and sounds enables quick access to the marked points. This increases editing efficiency.
Page 82 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to MAINTENANCE. Push the MENU knob. When the MAINTENANCE menu is first used, the CONTENTS page appears. Or if you have used the MAINTENANCE menu already, the page that was on the screen when the last FILE menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 83: Items
Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of LTC UB-MARKER changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired setting appears.
Page 84 Set the marker(s) to be recorded to ON. 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the marker to be set. 2 Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counter clockwise until the desired setting appears. To record the marker to the tape, select ON. To not record the marker, select OFF.
Page 85: Recording A Recording Start Marker
Extension Board) By installing the optional HKDW-703 extension board (not supplied) in the camcorder, the camcorder is able to constantly store a few seconds (up to 7 seconds for the 59.94I format model or up to 8 seconds for the 50I format model) worth of the most current picture and sound data in the board’s memory.
Page 86 The following table shows the approximate number of seconds worth of picture data (counting back from the time you begin recording) that will be recorded from memory. However, when changing from SAVE to STBY, or under the special situations explained in the notes on this page, the actual amount of data recorded may be shorter.
Page 87 • During playback or recording review, the picture data is not stored in the HKDW-703’s memory. Picture data corresponding to the duration of playback or recording review will not be in memory and will not be recorded to tape. To set the Loop Rec mode Follow the procedure below to turn Loop Rec mode on.
Page 88 Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page appears. When the question mark appears at the left of the title page, you can switch the pages. Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise to display the desired page. The DF/NDF item on the FUNCTION 1 page appears only for the 59.94I format model.
Page 89 If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, the setting changes in order of OFF y LOOP y A INT y M INT. When LOOP appears, the camcorder is in the Loop Rec mode where picture, sound, and time code are constantly saved in memory. The TALLY lamp (green tally) is on while the picture data is being stored in the memory.
Page 90 /8 SEC (for 50 I). Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF to end the menu operation. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. 3-24...
Page 91 Camcorder operations in Loop Rec mode The recording procedure in Loop Rec mode is basically the same as that for normal recording. Please note, however, the following differences.
Page 92 When the tape runs out during recording Please note that picture data at the instant the tape stopped is not recorded if the tape runs out and the camcorder stops. The recorded picture data is interrupted before the recording stop point.
Page 93 In auto Interval Rec mode, pictures are automatically shot a frame at a time at the specified interval and stored in memory. When up to 150 frames are stored in memory, the camcorder records them to tape. To use this function you need to set the total time for shooting (TAKE TOTAL TIME) and the time to be recorded on the tape (REC TIME) on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu.
Page 94 Follow the procedure below to turn on auto Interval Rec mode MENU knob Switches to be used for setting the auto Interval Rec mode Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The page that was on the viewfinder screen when the last menu operation ended will appear again.
Page 95 Push the MENU knob. The t mark appears at the left of the currently selected item and the z mark appears at the left of the setting. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to LOOP/INTVAL REC. Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of LOOP/INTVAL REC changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.
Page 96 If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, the setting changes in order of OFF y LOOP y A INT y M INT. When A INT appears, the camcorder is in auto Interval Rec mode. The TALLY indicator (green tally) flashes (one flash/second) while the camcorder is in this mode.
Page 97 Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of TAKE TOTAL TIME changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired TAKE TOTAL TIME appears.
Page 98 Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of REC TIME changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the question mark. Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired time to be recorded on the tape appears.
Page 99 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to PRE-LIGHTING Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of PRE-LIGHTING changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the question mark.
Page 100 Note The settings for auto Interval Rec mode are maintained until changed. However, if you switch off the camcorder power, auto Interval Rec mode is cleared except for the TAKE TOTAL TIME and REC TIME settings. To use the auto Interval Rec function again after switching on the power, perform steps 1 to 6.
Page 101 After the time to be recorded on the tape (REC TIME) has elapsed, the camcorder automatically stops shooting and recording. To continue auto interval recording Press the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens again. The camcorder starts auto interval recording again.
Page 102 The time for shooting is the time required to shoot objects that moves very slowly. The camcorder stores the picture data a frame at a time as it is shot at the certain specified interval and records the picture data on tape when up to 150 frames are stored in memory.
Page 103 Notes on auto Interval Rec mode Take note of the following points. • Time code In auto Interval Rec mode, the internal time code generator runs in R- RUN mode regardless of how the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set. The real time of the shooting is saved in the user bits. When you need to set the internal clock, use the TIME DATE page of the DIAGNOSIS menu.
Page 104 • When the camcorder power is switched off during auto interval recording • When you set the POWER switch to OFF, the camcorder will switch off by itself after the tape has run for a few seconds to record the picture data stored in the memory.
Page 105 If you turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise, the setting changes in order of OFF y LOOP y A INT y M INT. When M INT appears, the camcorder is in manual Interval Rec mode. The TALLY indicator (green tally) flashes (2 flashes/second).
Page 106 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to NUMBER OF FRAME. Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of NUMBER OF FRAME changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob clockwise or counterclockwise until the desired number of frames to be recorded at shooting appears.
Page 107 Note The setting for manual Interval Rec mode are maintained until changed. However, if you switch off camcorder power, manual Interval Rec mode is cleared except for the NUMBER OF FRAME setting. To use manual Interval Rec function again after switching on the power, perform steps 1 to 2.
Page 108 Push the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens. The camcorder starts recording in manual Interval Rec mode. Each time you press the VTR START button or VTR button, the camcorder stores the picture data of the set number of frames. The...
Page 109 • If you remove the battery, unplug the DC cable, or cut the power to the AC adaptor while manual interval recording, the image currently being shot on the camcorder (maximum 5 seconds, 150 frames) will not be recorded. Do not change the battery while manual interval recording.
Page 110: Continuous Recording On The Previous Cut
3, press the RET switch on the lens while holding the ASSIGN 1 switch down. The camcorder automatically positions the tape at the end point of cut 2 and changes to the recording pause mode. Record cut 4. Cut 4 is recorded after cut 2.
Page 111: Searching For The Last Recorded Portion And Turning In The Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function)
3-2-8 Searching for the Last Recorded Portion and Turning in the Recording Pause Mode (End Search Function) The End Search Function allows the camcorder to search for the end of the recording on the tape after the recorded portion is rewound and played back.
Page 112: Checking The Last Two Seconds Of The Recording Recording Review
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. By assigning the LENS RET function to the ASSIGN 1 switch, you can use the ASSIGN 1 switch in the same way as the RET button on the lens.
Page 113: Checking The Recording On The Color Video Monitor — Playback In Color
Video Monitor — Playback in Color Connect an HD color video monitor with the HD SDI input connector to the HD SDI OUT connector of the camcorder. By pressing the PLAY button, you can view the recorded picture. HD monitor...
Page 114 When using the HKDW-702 extension board (not supplied) for down converting Connect the color video monitor to the TEST OUT connector or VBS/ SDI OUT connector of the camcorder (when the HKDW-702 is installed). By pressing the PLAY button, you can view the recorded picture The signal output from each connector depends on the menu settings.
Page 115: Recording The Recording Start Time Code Onto The Memory Label - Tele-File
3-4 Recording the Recording Start Time Code onto the Memory Label - Tele-File The VTR section is compatible with the Tele-File memory label system. This system allows you to record the recording start time code, model name, serial No. and TAPE format onto the MLB-1M-100 memory label (not supplied).
Page 116 Press the VTR START button or the VTR button on the lens. At the instant the recording starts, the time code of the recording start is recorded on the memory label. To confirm the remaining capacity on the memory label Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while pushing the MENU knob .
Page 117 The TELE FILE page appears. The remaining capacity of the memory label is displayed at the REMAIN column. You can record the recording start time code about 130 times on the memory label of 1 Kilobyte. Note When the remaining capacity of the memory label becomes 0 %, you can not record the recording start time code any more.
Page 118 To clear recorded data Follow steps 1 to 4 in “To confirm the remaining capacity on the memory label” until the TELE FILE page of the FILE menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen. The TELE FILE page appears. Turn the MENU knob to move t mark to TELE FILE CLEAR, then push the MENU knob.
Page 119 Turn the MENU knob to move t mark to YES (“YES” blinks), then push the MENU knob. The data recorded on the memory label is cleared. 100 % appears at the REMAIN column. Notes • When the memory label is protected from accidental erasure, you cannot clear recorded data.
Page 120 3-54 Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 121: Adjusting The Black Balance And The White Balance
The black balance will require adjustment in the following cases. • When the camcorder is first used • When the camcorder is used under conditions in which the surrounding temperature has changed greatly • When the camcorder has not been used for a long time •...
Page 122: Adjusting The Black Balance
4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance In automatic black balance mode, adjustments are performed in the following order: clamp level, black set, and black balance. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu. Follow the procedure below to adjust the black balance. Set the OUTPUT/DCC switch to CAM.
Page 123 During adjustment, the following message is displayed on the viewfinder screen. The black balance adjustment ends in a few seconds with the message “BLACK:OK” and the adjustment setting is automatically stored in memory. Notes • During the black balance adjustment, the iris is automatically closed. •...
Page 124 If automatic black balance adjustment cannot be made If the black balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). Possible messages are listed below. Black balance adjustment error messages Error message BLACK : NG...
Page 125 If the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on the viewfinder screen 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 126: Adjusting The White Balance
4-1-2 Adjusting the White Balance Follow the procedure below to automatically adjust the white balance. Adjust the switches as shown in the figure below. GAIN switch: Set as low as possible. If the setting on the GAIN selector or WHITE BAL switch is changed, a message reporting the set position appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen.
Page 127 Adjust the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions. ND filter Clear 1/4 ND 1/16 ND 1/64 ND If the setting of the FILTER selector is changed, a message reporting the setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen (in display mode 3).
Page 128 Adjust the lens iris. If the lens is manually adjusted, adjust it as appropriate. If the lens has an automatic iris, set the automatic/manual switch on the lens to automatic. Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release the switch. The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is executed.
Page 129 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. Note If the camera has a zoom lens with an automatic iris, the iris may hunt during the adjustment.
Page 130 If the automatic white balance adjustment cannot be made If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, an error message will appear for about 3 seconds on the viewfinder screen (in display mode 2 or 3). Possible messages are listed below. White balance adjustment error messages Error message WHITE : NG...
Page 131 If the error message “: STORED DATA : NG” flashes on the viewfinder screen when the camcorder is turned on, the white balance memory content has been lost. Adjust the white balance again. Contact your Sony representative if this message continues to appear even after the white balance has been adjusted again.
Page 132: Shutter Modes
4-2 Setting the Electronic Shutter This section describes the shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes the procedure for selecting the shutter speed and mode. 4-2-1 Shutter Modes The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter and the shutter speeds that can be selected are listed below.
Page 133: Selecting The Shutter Mode And Speed
• Under artificial light, particularly fluorescent or mercury lamps, the light intensity may appear to be constant, but the strengths of each of the R, G and B colors are actually changing in synchronization with the frequency of the power supply (“flicker”). Using an electronic shutter under such lighting could make the flicker even worse.
Page 134 Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when the camcorder power is turned off. Follow the procedure described in “4-7-2 Selecting the Display Items” (page 4-69) to set to VF DISPLAY MODE to 2 or 3 from the VF DISP 1 page of the USER menu.
Page 135 The current shutter setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen. E.g.: SS : 1/250 or : ECS : 60.00 Hz Before the message from step 2 disappears, push the SHUTTER selector to SEL again and repeat until the desired mode or speed appears.
Page 136 Setting the shutter speed in ECS mode Follow the procedure below. Set the shutter speed mode to ECS. ECS (Extended clear scan) page (factory settings) Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera to increase the value, or clockwise to decrease the value, until the desired frequency appears.
Page 137 Note The settings selected on the SHT ENABLE page of the OPERATION menu become invalid when the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connected to the camcorder. MENU knob Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON while pushing the MENU knob.
Page 138 The TOP menu appears. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to OPERATION. Push the MENU knob. When the OPERATION menu is first used, the CONTENTS page appears. Or if you used the OPERATION menu already, the page that was on the screen when the last OPERATION menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 139 (When you close the cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF automatically.) The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording The menu is for the 59.94I format model.
Page 140 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 prevent white crush from the subject on which a spot light is turned. The reference value for the lens iris can be set within the following range with respect to the standard value.
Page 141 The AUTO IRIS page appears. 09 AUTO IRIS IRIS OVERRIDE IRIS SPEED CLIP HIGH LIGHT : IRIS WINDOW IRIS WINDOW IRIS VAR WIDTH IRIS VAR HEIGHT : IRIS VAR H POS IRIS VAR V POS Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to IRIS OVERRIDE. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.
Page 142 ECS. The changed reference value is retained until the power of the camcorder is turned off. Even if the reference value is changed, it reverts to the standard value every time the power is turned on. The reference value is normally set to the standard value.
Page 143 Opening the lens iris F5 . 6 Closing the lens iris F5 . 6 Opening or closing the lens iris When the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit is connected The IRIS control knob of the RM-B150 can be used for lens iris setting. The bar display (s) will not appear, however.
Page 144 Selecting the automatic iris window Follow the procedure of steps 1 and 2 described in “Changing the reference value” on page 4-20 to display the AUTO IRIS page. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to IRIS WINDOW IND.
Page 145 Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. (When you close the cover, the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF automatically.) The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Auto iris window...
Page 146 To reduce the influence to the auto iris due to shooting a high luminance subject When shooting a high luminance subject, the auto iris closes too much and a white crush may occur on the image. In such a case, you can reduce the influence to the auto iris by setting CLIP HIGH LIGHT to ON on the AUTO IRIS page of the USER menu.
Page 147: Adjusting The Audio Level
4-4 Adjusting the Audio Level Setting the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to AUTO automatically adjusts the input levels of the audio signal to be recorded in audio channel CH-1 or CH-2 . You can also adjust the audio level manually. For the audio level of the signal to be recorded in audio channel CH-3 or CH-4 Only automatic adjustment of the audio level is available.
Page 148 MIC LEVEL control Manual adjustment of the audio levels of AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 Set the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 switch which corresponds to the channels to be adjusted among input signals connected to AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors to REAR. To adjust and record both of channels 1 and 2, set the both AUDIO IN CH-1 and AUDIO IN CH-2 switches to REAR.
Page 149 Adjust the LEVEL controls corresponding to the channel selected in step 1 so that at the maximum sound level, the level meter indicates -18 dB (segment above 20 segment). The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally, but do not allow the top bar to go on. If it goes on, the audio level is too high.
Page 150 • If the XLR connection automatic detection mode is set to ON, when the cables are connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors, the camcorder detects the connection to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors. Thus, the AUDIO IN switch is internally reset to REAR and the audio signals input to the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors are automatically selected.
Page 151 Microphone audio level manual adjustment (1) To record the stereo sound, set both AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 switches to FRONT. To record the monaural sound, set the AUDIO IN CH-1 and/or CH- 2 switch(es) corresponding to the channel to be adjusted and recorded to FRONT.
Page 152 Rotate the MIC LEVEL knob to adjust the audio level so that at the maximum sound level, the level meter indicates -18 dB (segment above 20 segments). • The 10 bars from the bottom among 17 bars go on with the normal input volume.
Page 153 Input level of the audio channels CH-3 and CH-4 The levels of the audio signals recorded in audio channels CH-3 and CH- 4 are automatically adjusted. You cannot adjust them manually. You can select the audio signal to be recorded in audio channels CH-3 and CH-4 using the AUDIO IN CH-3/CH-4 switches.
Page 154: Setting The Time Data
4-5 Setting the Time Data 4-5-1 Setting the Time Code The time code setting range is from 00 : 00 : 00 : 00 to 23 : 59 : 59 : 29 (hour : minute : second : frame). Follow the procedure below to set the time code. HOLD button RESET button Set the DISPLAY switch to TC.
Page 155 Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the time code. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the flashing digit moves one column to the right. Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD button moves the flashing digit one to the left.
Page 156: Saving The Real Time In The Time Code
To set the drop frame mode/non-drop frame mode You can select the drop frame (DF) mode or non-drop frame (NDF) mode on the FUNCTION 1 page of the USER menu or OPERATION menu or on the VTR MODE 3 page of the MAINTENANCE menu To make the time code continuous When the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch is set to R-RUN, recording a number of scenes on the tape normally produces continuous time codes.
Page 157: Setting The User Bits
4-5-3 Setting the User Bits By setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you can record user information such as the date, time, or scene number on the time code track. Follow the procedure below to set the user bits. HOLD button RESET button Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA.
Page 158 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. Set the DATA DISPLAY switch to U-BIT. Set the user bits by using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the flashing digit moves one column to the right. Pressing this button while holding down the HOLD button moves the flashing digit one to the left.
Page 159: 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 160 When the HKDW-702 (not supplied) is installed, the down-converted video signal of the camcorder cannot be used as the reference signal. When interconnecting a number of camcorders, output the HD analog component signal (HD-Y signal) from the TEST OUT connector.
Page 161: Procedure For Time Code Synchronization
Procedure for time code synchronization Follow the procedure below to synchronize the time code. Synchronizing the time code Turn the POWER switch to ON. Set the PRESET/REGEN/CLOCK switch to PRESET. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN. Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording (Continued) 4-41...
Page 162 When the time code is synchronized, only the time data is synchronized with the external time code value. Therefore, the user bits can have their own settings for each camcorder. You can also synchronize the user bits with external user bit data.
Page 163 When the NTSC/PAL composite video signal is input as the reference video signal, the genlock H-phase cannot be adjusted. Also, subcarrier of the down-converted signal (composite video signal) of the camcorder cannot be synchronized with external equipment when the HKDW-702 (not supplied) is installed.
Page 164: Setting The Cassette Numbers And Shot Numbers
4-5-5 Setting the Cassette Numbers and Shot Numbers Follow the procedure below to set a cassette number or shot number. HOLD button RESET button Setting a cassette number or shot number Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA. 4-44 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 165 Set the DATA DISPLAY switch to SHOT-NO. A cassette number (left-hand 3 digits) and a shot number (right-hand 3 digits) appear in the display panel. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. The rightmost digit of the shot number starts flashing. Set the cassette number or shot number (up to 999) by using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons.
Page 166: Menu Configuration
In this manual, the USER menu consisting of items and pages registered at the factory is used. You use the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu to add or delete pages according to how the camcorder is being used. For details, see “4-6-3 Editing the USER Menu” on page 4-55. 4-46...
Page 167 TOP menu The menus of the camcorder are composed of submenus classified into categories according to the frequency of use, purpose of use and so on. The TOP menu allows you to select the desired submenus. To display the TOP menu screen: While holding down the MENU knob, set the MENU ON/OFF switch from the OFF position to the ON position.
Page 168 MAINTENANCE menu, FILE menu and DIAGNOSIS menu. • OPERATION menu: This menu contains items for changing settings according to conditions related to the subject when the camcorder is being operated. • PAINT menu This menu contains items for making detailed image adjustments while using a waveform monitor to monitor the waveforms output by the camera.
Page 169: Basic Use Of The Menu
This section explains operations on the USER menu. If the HKDW-702 (not supplied) and/or HKDW-703 (not supplied) are not equipped with your camcorder, some of items on the USER menu pages are not displayed. But the operations are the same as those on menus other than the USER menu.
Page 170 Switch the MENU ON/OFF switch from OFF to ON. The USER menu will be displayed. When the USER menu is first used, the CONTENTS page appears. Follow the procedure below. Or if you used the USER menu already, the page that was on the screen when the last USER menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 171 2 Push the MENU knob. The desired page is displayed. Start step 4. Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears. Push the MENU knob. The t mark appears at the left of the item currently selected on the page.
Page 172 Push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob to change the settings. To increase a setting value Turn the MENU knob counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera.
Page 173 To cancel the setting/to reset the setting to the initial setting You can cancel the setting and reset it to its initial value (one set at the factory, or preset value) by pushing the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST before pushing the MENU knob in step 7.
Page 174 CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to ESCAPE. The question mark appears in front of the page number. The camcorder is in page selecting mode. Turn the MENU knob until the desired page appears. Push the MENU knob when the desired page appears.
Page 175: Editing The User Menu
4-6-3 Editing the USER Menu The USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu allows you to configure a USER menu that consists only of pages and items that you need by adding, deleting or replacing the pages. The USER 1 to USER 5 pages allow you to add, delete or replace the items.
Page 176 When the CONTENTS page is displayed, turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to one of USER 2 to USER 5, then push the MENU knob. When another page is displayed, turn the MENU knob until the desired page of USER 2 to USER 5 appears, then push the MENU knob.
Page 177 Add the items. 1 Turn the MENU knob until the page that has the desired items appears, then push the MENU knob. 2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired item, then push the MENU knob. The USER 2 page appears again.
Page 178 Replacing items on the page Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item that you want to replace, then push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the position where you want to move the item, then push the MENU knob.
Page 179 Inserting a blank row Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the position where you want to insert a blank row, and keep pushing the MENU knob for about 1.5 seconds. A blank row is inserted. Keep pushing the MENU knob for about 1.5 seconds.
Page 180: Adding/Deleting/Replacing Pages
Adding/deleting/replacing pages You can add a new page to the USER menu, delete a page from the USER menu or replace pages. To add a page While holding down the MENU knob, set the MENU ON/OFF switch from the OFF position to the ON position. The TOP menu appears.
Page 181 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to Add New Page, then push the MENU knob. The REMAIN PAGE where you can select the page to be added appears. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired page, then push the MENU knob.
Page 182 To delete a page Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the page to be deleted. Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST. The message “DELETE PAGE OK?” appears. Push the CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch to CANCEL/PRST again.
Page 183 To move a page Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the page that you want to move. The t mark at the left of the selected page changes to the z mark. The message “PUSH TO PAGE INSERT” appears at the right top of the screen.
Page 184: 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 switch is set to OFF and the DISPLAY switch is set to ON, the items for which an “ON”...
Page 185: Layout Of The Status Display On The Viewfinder Screen
4-7-1 Layout of the Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen are shown below. Z 9 9 3 . 2 K HDW–750 01/ 0/30 12 : 10 SHOT ID (1–4) WHITE : NG LEVEL TOO HIGH 0 : 00 : 11 : 03 LOW LIGHT...
Page 186 5 Remaining battery/battery voltage indicator This shows the battery voltage of the DC IN connector. When an Anton Bauer Intelligent Battery System is used, the indication is automatically switched and shows the remaining battery capacity of the Anton Bauer battery numerically. 6 Subject illumination indicator This appears, depending on the setting, to indicate the subject illumination is inadequate.
Page 187 9 Audio level These indicators indicate the level of audio channel 1 and channel 2. The peak indication of the VTR level meter is related as follows to the audio level when an 1-kHz sine wave is input. Audio channel 1 level indicator Audio channel 2 level indicator...
Page 188 This shows the date and time of recording. This indicator is recorded together with the color bars. qj Model name and serial number indicator This displays the model name and serial number of the camcorder. This indicator is recorded together with the color bars. 4-68...
Page 189: Selecting The Display Items
4-7-2 Selecting the Display Items To select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen from the VF DISP and VF DISP 2 pages of the USER menu, turn on or off the indication next to each item. Follow the procedure below to select the items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Page 190 The VF DISPLAY page appears. The current settings of items appear to the right of each item. You can select the following items to be displayed on the viewfinder screen on the VF DISP 1 or VF DISP 2 page. VF DISP 1 page Item VF DISP...
Page 191 To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen (when the viewfinder DISPLAY switch is set to ON or the VF DISP item is set to ON on the VF DISP 1 page).
Page 192: Display Mode And Setting Change And Adjustment Progress Messages
4-7-3 Display Mode and Setting Change and Adjustment Progress Messages You can limit or suppress the messages that give details of setting changes and adjustment progress and results by setting a display mode. The conditions under which messages are displayed and their correspondence with the display mode are as follows: Setting change and adjustment progress messages and display modes Y: Message is displayed.
Page 193 Message display condition When the black or white balance has been adjusted a) This is also displayed for about 3 seconds when the SHUTTER selector is set to Changing the display mode The currently set display mode appears on the VF DISP 1 page of the USER menu.
Page 194: Setting The Marker Display
4-7-4 Setting the Marker Display Use the MARKER page of the USER menu to switch the display of the center and safety zone markers on or off and to select whether the area indicated by the safety zone marker is 80%, 90% or 100% of the screen area.
Page 195: Marker
The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item. You can select displaying or not-displaying for the following item. Item MARKER CENTER CENTER MARKER SAFETY ZONE SAFETY AREA ASPECT ASPECT SELECT ASPECT MASK ASPECT MASK LVL 100 % MARKER Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Contents...
Page 196 To continue setting other items, repeat step 3. To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. 4-76...
Page 197: Setting The Viewfinder
4-7-5 Setting the Viewfinder Use the VF SETTING page of the USER menu to select items related to the viewfinder. MENU knob Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 198 The VF SETTING page appears. The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item. Item ZEBRA ZEBRA SELECT ZEBRA 1 DET LEVEL Adjusts the level of the zebra 1 (70%) display. ZEBRA 2 DET LEVEL Adjusts the level of the zebra 2 (100%) ASPECT VF DETAIL LEVEL VF DTL H LEVEL...
Page 199 To end menu operations, turn the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 200: Recording Superimposed Shot Data In Color Bars
4-7-6 Recording Superimposed Shot Data in Color Bars In the SHOT DISP. page of the USER menu, you can select which shot data is recorded superimposed on the color bars. You can also select which of the shot IDs (1 to 4) set in the SHOT DATA page is recorded superimposed on the picture.
Page 201 The SHOT DISP page appears. The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item. Item Content SHOT DATE Selects whether or not the shot data is superimposed (ON or OFF). SHOT TIME Selects whether or not shot time is superimposed (ON or OFF).
Page 202 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want to set, and push MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to record the selected item superimposed on the picture, and push the MENU knob.
Page 203: Setting The Shot Id
4-7-7 Setting the Shot ID In the SHOT ID page of the USER menu, you can set a shot ID of up to 12 alphanumeric characters, spaces, and symbols. When the OUTPUT/DCC switch is set to BARS, DCC OFF, this shot ID is output with the color bar signal.
Page 204 Turn the MENU knob until the SHOT ID page appears, and push the MENU knob. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the ID (one of ID-1 to ID-4) you want to set, and push MENU knob. The window for entering the shot ID appears.
Page 205 Enter or change the shot ID. When you enter the shot ID first, go to step 2. 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the r mark to the character which you want to change, then push the MENU knob. The r mark changes to the ? mark and the character table appears.
Page 206 2 Turn the MENU knob until the r mark moves to the character position that you want to select, then push the MENU knob. Example: To change the “S” to “D” Move the r mark to D. D appears under the ? mark.
Page 207 To enter a space Move the r mark over the INS, then push the MENU knob. The space is entered in the position under the ? mark on the character entry row. When there is a character under the ? mark, the space is entered in that position, and that and subsequent characters move to the right one at a time.
Page 208 To delete a character Move the r mark over DEL, then push the MENU knob. The character under the ? mark is deleted and the subsequent characters move to the left one at a time. To cancel deleting the character Move the r mark over RET, then push the MENU knob.
Page 209: Displaying The Status Confirmation Windows
4-7-8 Displaying the Status Confirmation Windows You can confirm the settings or status of the camcorder on the viewfinder screen by displaying the following windows. • ABNORMAL <!> window • FUNCTION window • AUDIO STATUS window ABNORMAL <!> window This window allows you to confirm why the (warning) indicator lights.
Page 210 FUNCTION window This window allows you to confirm the assigned function of the ASSIGN 1/2 switches, ON/OFF of the Loop Rec function, ON/OFF of the output and the output signal of BNC connectors (HD SDI connector, VBS/SDI OUT connector and TEST OUT connectors). AUDIO STATUS window 40 30 This window allows you to confirm the following items related to audio.
Page 211 Display/don’t display status confirmation windows You can use the SET STATUS page of the USER menu to set whether or not the status confirmation windows are displayed. To display the status confirmation windows You can use the MENU CANCEL/PRST / ESCAPE switch as the STATUS ON/SEL / OFF switch when the MENU ON/OFF switch is set to OFF (when the cover is closed, OFF is automatically selected).
Page 212 To disable display of the status confirmation windows Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. Turn the MENU knob until the SET STATUS page appears, and push the MENU knob.
Page 213: Confirming The Image Of The Return Video Signal On The Viewfinder
Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want to set, and push MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob to select whether or not to DISPLAY the selected window, then push the MENU knob.
Page 214 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to MAINTENANCE, then push the MENU knob. When the MAINTENANCE menu is first used, the CONTENTS page appears. Or if you used the MAINTENANCE menu already, the page that was on the screen when the last MAINTENANCE menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 215 Perform the following setting. 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to GENLOCK, and push the MENU knob. The t mark at the left of GENLOCK setting changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of GENLOCK setting changes to the ? mark.
Page 216 To see the image of the return video signal on the viewfinder screen Press the RET switch on the lens. The image of the return video signal is displayed on the viewfinder screen while you are pressing the RETURN switch on the lens. When the RETURN VIDEO function is assigned to the ASSIGN 1 switch, you can see the image of the return video signal on the viewfinder screen while you are pressing the ASSIGN 1 switch even if...
Page 217: Adjustments And Settings From Menus
The camcorder provides menus for adjustments and settings. 4-8-1 Setting the GAIN Selector Values Before using the camcorder, use the GAIN SW page of the USER menu to set the gains corresponding to the L, M, and H positions of the GAIN selector, which switches the gain of the video amplifier.
Page 218 The GAIN SW page appears. The current setting of an item appears to the right of the item. Item GAIN LOW GAIN MID GAIN HIGH GAIN TURBO TURBO SW IND 4-98 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Content Sets the gain value corresponding to the L position of the GAIN selector.
Page 219 To end menu operations, turn the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 220: Selecting The Output Signals
4-8-2 Selecting the Output Signals The OUTPUT SEL page of the USER menu allows you to select the type of video signals from the VBS/SDI OUT connector and the TEST OUT connector (these settings are effective only when the HKDW-702 is installed).
Page 221 Item Content HD SDI OUT Sets whether or not the video signal is output from the HD SDI OUT connector. When OFF is selected, the HD SDI circuit is disconnected, which saves power. REAR BNC OUT Selects the type of the video signal to be output from the VBS/SDI OUT connector (one of VBS/SDI the down converter stops.
Page 222 OUT connector feeding the monitor, make sure the type of monitor (HD monitor / NTSC/PAL monitor) and the signal format of the output signal of the camcorder (1080i / 525i/625i) match. e) When the NTSC/PAL viewfinder or NTSC/PAL monitor is connected, the markers and zebra patterns are not displayed when CROP is selected.
Page 223: Setting The Color Temperature Manually
4-8-3 Setting the Color Temperature Manually You can adjust the value of the white balance manually by setting the color temperature. The WHITE page of the PAINT menu allows you to do this setting. Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder”...
Page 224 Item COLOR TEMP <A> Sets the color temperature for the desired value. COLOR FINE <A> R GAIN <A> B GAIN <A> The above table shows the adjustment of the white balance of channel A. The items to which is attached are used to adjust the white balance of channel B.
Page 225: Specifying An Offset For The Auto White Balance Setting
4-8-4 Specifying an Offset for the Auto White Balance Setting By setting an offset for the value of auto white balance, you can make the picture warmer or colder. The OFFSET WHT page of the OPERATION menu allows you to do this setting.
Page 226 (A or B). Note If the WHITE BAL switch is not set to A or B when you operate the camcorder, the adjustment value will not be reflected in the output signal. 4-106 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 227 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want to set, and push MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark. Turn the MENU knob to change the desired setting, and push the MENU knob.
Page 228: Assigning Functions To Assign 1/2 Switches
4-8-5 Assigning Functions to ASSIGN 1/2 Switches You can assign the desired function to ASSIGN 1 and 2 switches. Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. Turn the MENU knob until the FUNCTION 1 page appears, and push the MENU knob.
Page 229 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to either ASSIGN SW 1 or 2 to which you want to assign the function, and push MENU knob. The ASS <1> or <2> SEL window corresponding to the selected switch appears. ASS <1>...
Page 230 Functions to be assigned to the ASSIGN 1 (push-type) switch Function F.MIC MONO STEREO LOOP REC ON/OFF TEST OUT CHARACTER Assigns the function to switch whether or MARKER EZ FOCUS RE-TAKE RETURN VIDEO LENS RET REC BUTTON TURBO BUTTON a) When the HKDW-703 is not installed, even though you can assign this function to the ASSIGN 1 switch on the ASS <1>...
Page 231 b) Even when MARKER is set to OFF on the MARKER page of the USER menu, the ASSIGN 1 switch allows you to display or not to display all markers. c) EZ FOCUS When EZ FOCUS is set to ON, the iris stays open and the video level is automatically adjusted to the proper level by the electronic shutter when an excessive amount of light passes through the lens.
Page 232 Note For functions that are assigned to the ASSIGN 2 switch, you cannot change those settings using other menus. The function assigned to ASSIGN 2 switch takes precedence over the menu setting. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want to set, and push MENU knob.
Page 233: Setting The Date/Time Of The Internal Clock
4-8-6 Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock You can set or change the date and time of the internal clock. The date and time set are stored in the time code. Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder”...
Page 234 Push the MENU knob. The TIME ADJUST setting window appears. Item HOUR YEAR MONTH Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the item you want to set, and push MENU knob. The t mark at the left of the selected item changes to the z mark and the z mark at the left of the setting changes to the ? mark.
Page 235 Turn the MENU knob to display the desired value, and push the MENU knob. The z mark at the left of the selected item changes to the t mark and the ? mark at the left of the setting changes to the z mark. To continue the remaining settings, repeat steps 3 and 4.
Page 236: Selecting The Lens File
4-8-7 Selecting the Lens File The LENS FILE page of the USER menu allows you to change the lens file according to the lens in use. Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen.
Page 237 To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 238: Handling The Memory Stick
For detailed information on the lens files, reference files and ALL files, refer to the Maintenance Manual. 4-9-1 Handling the Memory Stick The memory stick can be inserted or removed from the camcorder with the power turned on or off. Inserting the memory stick Push the MEMORY STICK OPEN button.
Page 239 Hold the memory stick with the notch facing downward and the arrow facing toward you, and insert the memory stick into the memory stick insertion slot until it clicks into place. Then, close the cover. Inserting the memory stick. Note If it does not fit into the slot properly or if there is some resistance when you insert it, the memory stick may be turned around or upside down.
Page 240: Removing The Memory Stick
MEMORY STICK OPEN button Note Do not remove the memory stick while the BUSY indicator is lit, the camcorder is reading or writing data on the memory stick. Protecting saved data To prevent accidental erasure of important setup data, use the write protect switch on the memory stick.
Page 241 • When storing and carrying the memory stick, keep it in its original case to ensure protection of important data. • When carrying the camcorder with the memory stick inserted, close the cover. • Avoid removing the memory stick from the insertion slot while the BUSY indicator is lit.
Page 242: Saving/Loading User Menu Data To/From Memory Stick
4-9-2 Saving/Loading User Menu Data to/from Memory Stick The section explains the operations to save data to and load it from the memory stick. Operations are done from the USER FILE page of the USER menu. You can recreate suitable setup condition rapidly using data in the memory stick.
Page 243 If you want to set a file ID for the data to be saved, set the file ID before going to the step 3. For detailed information on setting the file ID, see “Setting the file ID” on page 4-130. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER FILE SAVE, and push MENU knob.
Page 244 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desired file number appears, and push MENU knob. When P00 page is selected By pushing the MENU knob when the ? mark is placed at the left of P00, the t mark moves to DISPLAY MODE.
Page 245 To end menu operations, set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF. The menu disappears from the viewfinder screen, and the display indicating the current status of the camcorder appears along the top and bottom of the viewfinder screen. USER menu settings to be saved in the memory stick Settings for items on all pages of the USER menu are saved in the memory stick as a user file.
Page 246: Loading Saved Data From A Memory Stick
If data cannot be saved If one of the following error messages appears when you push the MENU knob in step 5 of the procedure in the previous section (page 4- 124), then the data was not saved. Data save error messages Error message NO MEMORY STICK...
Page 247 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER FILE LOAD, and push MENU knob. The P00 USER LOAD window appears. Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desired file No appears, and push MENU knob. When P00 page is selected By pushing the MENU knob when the ? mark...
Page 248 The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears and the BUSY indicator is on. The setting data is loaded in the camcorder from the memory stick. When the loading is completed, the message “COMPLETE!” appears and the BUSY indicator also goes off.
Page 249 (flashing) with this camcorder. Action Insert or reinsert the memory stick. Recheck, and consult a Sony representative. Do not try to load data saved with another camcorder. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording 4-129...
Page 250 Setting the File ID When data is saved in a memory stick, it is useful to set a file ID for the memory stick to identify it. When data is saved to a memory stick, a file ID is saved to the memory stick together with the data.
Page 251 Follow the procedure of steps 4 and 5 described in “4-7-7 Setting the Shot ID” on page 4-83 to enter the file ID. Note Execute the file ID before saving data in the memory stick. Otherwise, the file ID is not saved with the other data. When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU knob to move the r mark to END, then push the MENU knob.
Page 252 Selecting the display contents You can select the contents of the file to be displayed on the USER SAVE window and USER LOAD window. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to DISPLAY MODE, and push the MENU knob. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the type of the display contents, and push the MENU knob.
Page 253: Settings
You can clear all current settings for items of the USER menu and return settings to the standard settings (factory settings or preset settings). When you first use the camcorder, the standard settings are the same as the factory settings. You can change them. The changed data are treated as preset settings.
Page 254 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to USER PRESET, and push MENU knob. The message “PRESET OK? YES NO ” appears. In this case, the t mark is placed at the left of NO and NO blinks. Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to YES (YES blinks), and push MENU knob.
Page 255: Storing Data In The Scene File
Loading the scene file, you can quickly recreate setup conditions suitable for the scene. You can store up to five scene files in the camcorder memory and up to 100 scene files in a memory stick.
Page 256 Follow the procedure of steps 1 to 3 described in “4-7-9 Confirming the Image of the Return Video Signal on the Viewfinder” on page 4- 93 to display the SCENE FILE page of the FILE menu. The SCENE FILE page appears. If you want to set a file ID for the data to be stored, set the file ID before going to the step 2.
Page 257 When no memory stick has been inserted, the SCENE STORE window appears. When a memory stick has been inserted, the P00 SCENE STORE window appears. SCENE STORE screen (When no memory stick has been inserted) P00 SCENE STORE screen (When a memory stick has been inserted) Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording (Continued)
Page 258 Select the file No. When no memory stick has been inserted: Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired file No., and push the MENU knob. When the storing is completed, the SCENE FILE page appears again.
Page 259 1 Turn the MENU knob until the page which contains the desired file No appears, and push MENU knob. 2 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to the desired file No., and push MENU knob. The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears. When the storing is completed, the message “COMPLETE!”...
Page 260 When you select the file No. where the data has been saved: The message “OVERWRITE OK YES NO” appears. In this case, the t mark is placed at the left of NO, and NO blinks. To stop overwriting, press the MENU knob. Repeat step 2. To overwrite, move the t mark to YES (YES blinks) and push the MENU knob.
Page 261 Data of the white balance is not stored in the scene file. Saving scene files stored in the camcorder memory to the memory stick You can save five scene files stored in the camcorder to the memory stick at once. Follow the procedure below.
Page 262 Note If files have been stored in the page selected in step 1, those files are replaced with files loaded from the camcorder memory. For example, files from 1 to 5 are replaced in the page selected in step 1.
Page 263 When the file is saved as a scene file, it is useful to set a file to identify When a file is stored in the camcorder memory or in a memory stick, a file ID is stored in the memory stick together with the file.
Page 264 Note Execute the file ID before storing the scene file in the memory stick or the camcorder memory. Otherwise, the file ID is not stored with the other data. When you finish entering the file ID, turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to END, then push the MENU knob.
Page 265: Loading Scene Files
The s which is displayed at the left of the file No. changes to x. The camcorder is set up according to the loaded scene file. To cancel the selected scene file Move the t mark to x, and push the MENU knob. x changes to The camcorder returns to the settings before selecting the scene file.
Page 266 You can load the scene file stored in the camcorder on the SCENE RECALL window to be displayed in step 1 covered in “To load the scene file saved in the memory stick.” To load the scene file saved in the memory stick 1 Turn the MENU knob to move the t mark to SCENE RECALL, and push MENU knob.
Page 267 The message “MEMORY STICK ACCESS ” appears. When the loading is completed, the message “COMPLETE!” appears. The camcorder is set up according to the loaded scene file. If the file No. of the file where no data is stored, NO FILE is displayed in the column of that file.
Page 268 You can load up to five scene files stored in the memory stick into the camcorder memory at once. Turn the MENU knob until the SCENE RECALL page which contains the desired scene files appears, and push the MENU knob.
Page 269 • The scene files loaded from the memory stick overwrite data stored in the camcorder memory. • To load the scene file stored in the camcorder memory under the condition where the memory stick has been inserted, return to the P00 SCENE RECALL page and load the desired scene file in the camcorder memory from the memory stick.
Page 270: Resetting The Settings Of The Camcorder To The Standard Settings Saved In The Reference File
4-11-3 Resetting the Settings of the Camcorder to the Standard Settings Saved in the Reference File You can reset the settings of the camcorder to the settings saved in the reference file (standard settings). For detailed information on the items subject to the reference file, see the Maintenance Manual.
Page 271: Using A Bp-L60A Battery Pack
• AC power using AC-550/550CE or AC-DN2B 5-1-1 Using a BP-L60A Battery Pack When a BP-L60A Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will operate continuously for about 110 minutes. Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-L120 Battery Charger. It takes about 2.5 hours to charge one BP-L60A.
Page 272: 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. Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at the matching line on the camcorder.
Page 273 Detaching the battery pack Holding the button in, pull the battery pack up. L O C K Detaching the battery pack Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 274: 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 275: Using An Ac Adaptor
5-1-3 Using an AC Adaptor Using the AC-550/550CE AC adaptor Connect the camcorder to the AC power supply through the AC-550/ 550CE AC Adaptor as shown in the following figure, and turn the POWER switch of the AC-550/550CE on. DC IN...
Page 276: Using The Anton Bauer Ultralight System
Using the AC-DN2B AC adaptor Mount the AC-DN2B on the camcorder in the same way as a battery pack, then connect to the AC power supply. The AC-DN2B can supply up to 150 W of power. AC-DN2B to wall outlet...
Page 277: Adjusting The Viewfinder
Slide the viewfinder to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. To store the camcorder in the carrying case Always store the camcorder with the viewfinder moved fully in the direction opposite to the barrel and the viewfinder left-right positioning ring tightened.
Page 278 Adjusting the position backward or forward Adjusting the position backward or forward Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Slide the viewfinder longitudinally to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 279: Detaching The Viewfinder
Point the viewfinder barrel up or down. Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in the direction indicated by the arrow and detach it. Viewfinder stopper Detaching the viewfinder Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder (Continued)
Page 280 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 281: Mounting The Lens
Note If the lens is not firmly locked, it may come off while the camcorder is being used. This could cause a serious accident. Make sure the lens is firmly locked. It is recommended that the lens mount securing rubber be put on the lens-locking lever as illustrated above.
Page 282: Adjusting The Flange Focal Length
Loosen the fixing screws on the F.f or F.B ring (flange focal length adjustment ring). Use manual or power zoom to set the lens to telephoto. 5-12 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder About 3 m (10 ft) Adjusting the flange focal length...
Page 283 Turn the F.f or F.B 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 F.f or F.B ring fixing screws. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-13...
Page 284: Audio Input System
5-5 Audio Input System 5-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone The MIC IN connector is the XLR-5-pin (female), so the supplied stereo microphone attached to the camcorder can be used. Attaching in the supplied microphone in the microphone holder Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder clamp.
Page 285 Set the appropriate AUDIO IN CH-1, CH-2, CH-3 and/or CH-4 switch(es) corresponding to the channel(s) to which you want to record the monaural sound to FRONT or F. Set the front microphone selection function to MONO. Connect to the MIC IN connector. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-15...
Page 286: Using An External Microphone
OFF on the VTR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu, set the AUDIO IN switch corresponding to the channel to which the microphone is connected to REAR. 5-16 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 Using a detached external microphone...
Page 287 Using an external microphone attached to the camcorder You can attach an external microphone to the camcorder by using the CAC-12 Microphone Holder (not supplied). Additionally, by using the CRS-3P Cradle Suspension (not supplied), you can reduce the mechanical vibration noise from the VTR, and can also attach a long microphone.
Page 288 Remove the external microphone holder attachment screws. Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder. Screws removed in step 2 CAC-12 5-18 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 289 Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor. Open the CAC-12. Loosen the screw. Mount the assembly from step 1 in the CAC-12. Close the CAC-12. Tighten the screw. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Microphone adaptor (Continued) 5-19...
Page 290 LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to MIC. If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH2 is of the external power supply type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to +48V ON. 5-20 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Microphone...
Page 291: 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) To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, fit one of the following UHF portable tuners. • WRR-855A/855B UHF Synthesized Tuner Unit • WRR-810A/860A/862A/862B UHF Portable Tuner For each of these UHF portable tuners, use the following attachment procedure.
Page 292 In such a case, set REAR XLR AUTO to OFF on the VTR MODE 1 page of the MAINTENANCE menu. 5-22 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Set the AUDIO IN switch to WIRELESS for the channel to be used.
Page 293 Fitting the WRR-860A (Using a BP-L60A Battery Pack) (1) Attach the WRR tuner fitting (not supplied, service part number: A-8278-057-A) to the back of the camcorder. 1 Pass a screwdriver through the holes and tighten the screws. 2 Loosen the adjustment screws.
Page 294 Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting. 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. AUDIO IN switch: When the XLR...
Page 295: Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment
REAR. Set the LINE/MIC/ +48 V ON switch for the channel to which the audio signal source is connected to LINE. AUDIO IN for CH-1 or CH-2 Line input connection Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Audio equipment 5-25...
Page 296: Tripod Mounting
5-6 Tripod Mounting You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a tripod by using the VCT-14 tripod adaptor (not supplied). Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor Camera mount Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.
Page 297: 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.
Page 298: 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 5-28 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 299 Clip Attaching Attaching the shoulder strap Press here and pull in the Removing direction shown by the arrow to release. Removing the shoulder strap Pull up the strap to lock the fitting. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder 5-29...
Page 300: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position
Bottom Loosen the two screws. Slide the shoulder pad backward or forward until it is in the most convenient position. Tighten the screws. 5-30 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Adjusting the shoulder pad position Shoulder pad...
Page 301: Putting On The Rain Cover
5-9 Putting On the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as illustrated below. You can insert and remove cassette tapes, operate various switches and controls, and mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor with the rain cover attached. Use these slits when attaching the shoulder strap.
Page 302 Insert the viewfinder barrel here with the eyecup out and fasten the drawings around the eyecup. Drawstring Velcro tape Velcro tape 5-32 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 303: Control Unit
Connecting the RM-B150 Remote Control Unit (not supplied) enables remote control of the principal camera functions. Connecting the remote control unit to the REMOTE connector (8-pin) automatically puts the camcorder into remote control mode. If you disconnect the remote control unit, remote control mode is canceled. RM-B150...
Page 304 When removing the remote control unit from the camcorder The setting of the camcorder returns to the setting in effect before the remote control unit was connected. By setting the menu setting, the setting of the paint adjustment made with the remote control unit can be retained even after the remote control unit is removed from the camcorder.
Page 305 Thus, when the remote control unit is connected to the camcorder, the effective data region is switched to the remote control data region and the settings of the paint adjustment that were in effect the last time the remote control unit was used are recalled.
Page 306 However, if the switch position on the remote control unit differs from the one on the camcorder, the switch position on the camcorder takes precedence over that on the remote control unit.
Page 307: Testing The Camcorder Before Shooting
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 Attach a fully charged battery pack.
Page 308: Testing The Camera
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 309 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. Check each of the following operations. •...
Page 310 Set both of the AUDIO IN switches to FRONT, and check that when sound is input to a microphone connected to the MIC IN connector on the front of the camcorder, the audio level indicators appear on the viewfinder screen.
Page 311: 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 switch on the lens to AUTO and point the camera at objects of different brightness.
Page 312: Testing The Vtr
6-1-3 Testing the VTR Perform tests (1) to (7) consecutively. (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 313: Testing The Automatic Audio Level Adjusting
Turn on the LIGHT switch and check that the display panel is illuminated. Hold down the REW button to rewind the tape for a while, then press the PLAY button. Check that the rewind and playback functions operate normally. Press the STOP button and press the F FWD button. Check that the fast forward function operates normally.
Page 314: Testing The Manual Audio Level Adjusting Functions
(3) Testing the manual audio level adjusting functions Set the AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 switches to FRONT. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 and CH-2 switches to MANUAL. Turn the MIC LEVEL knob. Check that the audio level meter in the display panel increases by turning it counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camera.
Page 315 Set the LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to +48V ON or MIC in accordance with the type of the microphone power supply. If the microphone you connect to AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH2 is of the internal batteries type, set the appropriate LINE/MIC/+48V ON switch to MIC.
Page 316 Perform operations of steps 4 and 5 explained in “(5) Testing external microphones”. When performing the operation of step 5 in “(5) Testing external microphones”, if the audio level meters in the display panel and audio level indicators in the viewfinder reflect the changing sound level, the function of the XLR connection automatic detection works correctly.
Page 317 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN, and check that the counter indication changes regardless of whether the tape is running. Set the DISPLAY switch to DATA and the DATA DISPLAY switch to U-BIT, and check that the user bit value that was set is displayed. 6-11 Chapter 6 Maintenance...
Page 318: Maintenance
6-2 Maintenance 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads To clean the video heads, use a Sony BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette. Follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect or excessive use could damage the video heads. To clean the heads, follow the procedure below.
Page 319 Disassembling the eyepiece for cleaning Viewfinder Eyecup barrel holder Detach the eyepiece from the viewfinder barrel. For the detaching procedure, see the following “Detaching the eyepiece” on the next page. Remove the eyecup from the eyecup holder. Remove the protecting filter, together with the packing rig, from inside the eyecup folder.
Page 320: Detaching The Eyepiece
Detaching the eyepiece Turn the eyepiece locking ring fully counterclockwise to line up the red match mark on the locking ring with the red match mark on the viewfinder barrel. Detach the eyepiece. 6-14 Chapter 6 Maintenance Locking ring Locking ring match mark Match mark on the viewfinder barrel Match mark on end of eyepiece...
Page 321 Refitting the eyepiece Align the match mark on the eyepiece locking ring with that on the viewfinder barrel. Align the match mark on the end of the eyepiece (see step 2 in “Detaching the eyepiece” on the previous page) with that of the eyepiece locking ring, then insert the eyepiece into the viewfinder barrel.
Page 322: 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 Warning/ Flashing/ Battery continuous status indication Continuous SERVO Continuous HUMID Continuous SLACK Continuous TAPE Flashing...
Page 323 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 324 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. 6-18 Chapter 6 Maintenance Vertical tails show on the image.
Page 325: Specifications
Specifications Power voltage +5.0 V DC –1.0 Power consumption 34 W (with 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 326: Video Camera Section
Video Camera Section General Imager -type CCD with 2,000,000 pixels Effective picture elements 1920 (H) x 1080 (V) Imager Configuration RGB 3 CCDs Spectral system F1.4 prism system (with quartz filter) Built-in filters CC filter A: Cross filter B: 3200K C: 4300K D: 6300K ND filter...
Page 327: Vtr Section
VTR Section General Usable cassette tapes BCT-22HD/40HD -inch HDCAM cassette tapes Tape speed Approx. 96.7 mm/s (at 30 frames) (for 59.94I format) Approx. 80.6 mm/s (at 25 frames) (for 50I format) Record/playback time 40 minutes (using BCT-40HD video cassette) (for 59.94I format) 48 minutes (using BCT-40HD video cassette) (for 50I format) Fast forward time Approx.
Page 328 Digital video Digital video signal Sampling frequency Quantization Compression Channel coding Error correction Error concealment Audio (with standard playback machine) Frequency response Dynamic range Distortion Cross talk Wow and flutter Input/output connectors Signal inputs AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (XLR, 3-pin, female) –60 dBu/+4 dBu (0 dBu = 0.775 Vrms.) MIC IN (XLR, 5-pin, female)
Page 329 GENLOCK IN (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 TC IN (BNC type) 0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 k Signal outputs TEST OUT (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 , unbalanced VBS/SDI OUT (BNC type) (only when the HKDW-702 is installed) 75 , unbalanced VBS OUT: 1.0 Vp-p SDI OUT: 0.8 Vp-p HD SDI OUT (BNC type)
Page 330: Supplied Accessories
Others DC IN (XLR, 4-pin, male) 11 to 17 V DC DC OUT (4-pin) 11 to 17 V DC, maximum current 0.1 A LENS (12-pin) REMOTE (8-pin) Supplied Accessories HD Electronic Viewfinder (HDVF-20A) (1) Stereo microphone (super cardioid directional, external power supply type) (1) Shoulder Strap (1) Lens mount securing rubber (1)
Page 331 ND) (Part No. 3-174-685-01) ND filter ( 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 information about these filters. Equipment for remote control RM-B150 Remote Control Unit Audio equipment C-74 microphone...
Page 332 Extension boards HKDW-702 DOWN CONVERTER BOARD HKDW-703 PICTURE CACHE BOARD Equipment for maintenance and easier handling BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette Hard Carrying Case LC--DS200SFT Soft Carrying Case Tripod Adaptor VCT-14 Rain cover WRR Tuner Fitting (service part number: A-8278-057-A) Maintenance Manual Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.
Page 333: Menu List
Menu List This section briefly explains menus that the camcorder provides for adjustments and settings using tables. For the menu configuration, see “4-6-1 Menu Configuration” (4-46). Chapter 4 elaborates on adjustments and settings to be made using the USER menu.
Page 334 Page OUTPUT SEL FUNCTION 1 VF DISP 1 a) Only for the 59.94I format model A-10 Appendix Setting items HD SDI OUT REAR BNC OUT SEL TEST OUT SELECT DOWN CON MODE ASSIGN SW <1> ASSIGN SW <2> FRONT MIC SELECT DF/NDF END SEARCH LOOP/INTVAL REC...
Page 335 Page Setting items VF DISP 2 DISP ZOOM DISP COLOR TEMP. DISP VOLT DISP WRR RF LVL DISP TIME CODE ‘!’LED GAIN SHUTTER WHT PRESET ATW RUN EXTENDER FILTER OVERRIDE MARKER 1 MARKER CENTER CENTER MARK SAFETY ZONE SAFETY AREA ASPECT ASPECT SELECT ASPECT MASK...
Page 336 Page VF SETTING AUTO IRIS SHOT ID SHOT DISP A-12 Appendix Setting items ZEBRA ZEBRA SELECT ZEBRA1 DET.LEVEL ZEBRA2 DET.LEVEL ASPECT VF DETAIL LEVEL VF DTL H LEVEL VF DTL V LEVEL IRIS OVERRIDE IRIS SPEED CLIP HIGH LIGHT IRIS WINDOW IRIS WINDOW IND.
Page 337 Page Setting items SET STATUS STATUS ABNORMAL STATUS FUNTION STATUS AUDIO USER FILE USER FILE SAVE USER FILE LOAD F.ID USER PRESET LENS FILE LENS FILE SELECT F.ID F STOP Reference page 4-89 4-122, 4-126, 4-130, 4-133 4-116 A-13 Appendix...
Page 338 The following is the list of the pages of the OPERATION menu that are not included in the USER menu at the factory. Note When the range of setting is surrounded by parenthesis ( ) in the setting column, the setup value is the relative value. The range of setting in parenthesis ( ) can be different from what shown in the manual depending on the setting in the layer lower than this menu.
Page 339: (-480 To 479) H Position Of The Center
Page Items MARKER 2 USER BOX USER BOX WIDTH USER BOX HEIGHT USER BOX H POS. USER BOX V POS. CENTER H POS. CENTER V POS. Setting Contents Turns the box cursor on OFF/ON or off. Width (from the center 1 to 479 to right or left side.
Page 340 Page TEST OUT A-16 Appendix Items Setting TEST OUT OFF/ON MARKER TEST OUT OFF/ON VF DISP TEST OUT OFF/ON MENU TEST OUT OFF/ON ZEBRA OUTPUT Y/R/G/B SELECT Contents Selects whether or not the marker signal is mixed to the output signal from the TEST OUT connector.
Page 341 Page Items OFFSET WHT OFFSET WHITE <A> WARM COOL <A> COLOR FINE <A> OFFSET WHITE WARM COOL COLOR FINE Setting Contents ON: Adds the offset OFF/ON adjusted on this page to the white balance of channel A. Color Sets the offset for the white balance of channel...
Page 342 Page SHT ENABLE a) 1/100 for the 59.94I format model 1/60 for the 50I format model A-18 Appendix Items Setting SHUTTER OFF/ON SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/100 (1/60) SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/125 SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/250 SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/500 SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/1000 SHUTTER OFF/ON 1/2000 Contents Sets the ECS mode to...
Page 343: Paint Menu List
PAINT Menu List Page Items SW STATUS GAMMA BLACK GAMMA OFF/ON MATRIX KNEE WHITE CLIP DETAIL APERTURE FLARE TEST SAW Setting Contents OFF/ON Turns the gamma correction on or off. Turns the black gamma correction on or off. OFF/ON Turns the linear matrix correction on or off.
Page 344 Page Items WHITE COLOR TEMP <A> COLOR FINE <A> R GAIN <A> B GAIN <A> COLOR TEMP COLOR FINE R GAIN B GAIN A-20 Appendix Setting Contents Color Sets the temperature of temperature WHITE A. display (–99 to 99) Adjusts the value more precisely when the color...
Page 345 Page Items BLACK MASTER BLACK R BLACK B BLACK MASTER FLARE R FLARE G FLARE B FLARE FLARE OUTPUT SELECT Setting Contents (–99 to 99) Adjusts the master black level. (–99 to 99) Adjusts the R black level. (–99 to 99) Adjusts the B black level.
Page 346 Page Items GAMMA GAMMA MASTER GAMMA R GAMMA G GAMMA B GAMMA OUTPUT SELECT GAMMA SEL (STD) A-22 Appendix Setting Contents Turns the gamma correction OFF/ON function on or off. Sets the master gamma (–99 to 99) correction curve. Sets the R gamma correction (–99 to 99) curve.
Page 347 Page Items BLACK GAMMA GAMMA BLK GAMMA RANGE MASTER BLK GAMMA R BLK GAMMA G BLK GAMMA B BLK GAMMA OUTPUT SELECT Page Items KNEE KNEE KNEE POINT KNEE SLOPE KNEE SATURATION KNEE SAT LEVEL WHITE CLIP WHITE CLIP LEVEL Setting Contents OFF/ON...
Page 348 Page Items DETAIL1 DETAIL APERTURE DETAIL LEVEL (–99 to 99) APERTURE LEVEL DETAIL H/V RATIO CRISPENING LEVEL DEPEND LEVEL DEPEND LVL DETAIL FREQ Page Items DETAIL 2 KNEE APERTURE KNEE APT LEVEL DETAIL WHT LIMIT DETAIL BLK LIMIT DETAIL V-BLK LMT A-24 Appendix Setting...
Page 349 Page Items SD DETAIL DETAIL SD DETAIL LEVEL CRISPENING SD DTL WHT LIMIT SD DTL BLK LIMIT SD LEVEL DEPEND SD LV DEPEND LVL SD DTL FREQ. SD DTL H/V RATIO SD CROSS COLOR a) Only for the 59.94I format model Setting Contents OFF/ON...
Page 350 Page Items SKIN SKIN DETAIL DETAIL ALL SKIN DETECT SKIN AREA IND SKIN DTL SELECT SKIN DETAIL SKIN DETAIL LVL SKIN DTL SAT. SKIN DTL HUE SKIN DTL WIDTH A-26 Appendix Setting Contents OFF/ON Turns on all of 1, 2 and 3 of the skin detail setting.
Page 351 Page Items MATRIX LINEAR MATRIX (USER) MATRIX (PRESET) MATRIX (PRST) SEL MATRIX (USER) R-G MATRIX (USER) R-B MATRIX (USER) G-R MATRIX (USER) G-B MATRIX (USER) B-R MATRIX (USER) B-G Setting Contents Turns the linear matrix OFF/ON correction and user-set matrix correction functions on or off.
Page 352 Page Items MATRIX MULTI MATRIX (MULTI) MATRIX AREA IND MATRIX COLOR DET (MULTI)AXIS MTX (MULTI) MTX (MULTI) A-28 Appendix Setting Contents OFF/ON Turns the linear matrix correction and multi matrix correction functions on or off. OFF/ON Turns the multi matrix correction function on or off.
Page 353 Page Items V MOD MODULATION MASTER V MOD R V MOD G V MOD B V MOD OUTPUT SELECT Page Items LOW KEY LOW KEY SAT. OFF/ON SAT. L.KEY.SAT. LEVEL L.KEY.SAT. RANGE Y BLACK GAMMA Y BLK GAM LEVEL Y BLK GAM RANGE Setting Contents...
Page 354 Recalls the scene file from the memory of the camcorder or the memory stick. Stores the scene file in the memory of the camcorder or the memory stick. 16 characters...
Page 355: Maintenance Menu List
MAINTENANCE Menu List Page Items SHADING CH SEL SHADING OUTPUT SELECT R/G/B WHITE H SAW R/G/B WHITE H PARA R/G/B WHITE V SAW R/G/B WHITE V PARA WHITE SAW/PARA SHADING CH SEL SHADING OUTPUT SELECT R/G/B BLACK H SAW R/G/B BLACK H PARA R/G/B BLACK V SAW R/G/B BLACK V PARA BLACK SAW/PARA...
Page 356 Page SD LEVEL ADJ SD VBS LEVEL BATTERY VTR MODE-1 VTR MODE-2 a) Only for the 59.94I format model A-32 Appendix Items SD VBS SETUP LVL SD VF Y LEVEL SD VF R-Y LEVEL SD VF B-Y LEVEL BEFORE END VIDEO OUT (F/R) AUDIO OUT(F/R) REC AUDIO OUT...
Page 357 Page Items VTR MODE-3 TC OUT DF/NDF EXT-LK DF/NDF EXT-LK UBIT LTC UBIT VITC UBIT WATCH AUTO ADJ UBIT GROUP ID VTR MODE-4 REC TALLY BLINK REC START STOP MODE SELECT TIMER SET VTR MODE-5 LTC UB-MARKER REC START MARK SHOT MARKER 1 SHOT MARKER 2 SHOT TIME DISP...
Page 358 Page AUTO IRIS 2 FUNCTION 3 GENLOCK ND COMP A-34 Appendix Items IRIS WINDOW IRIS WINDOW IND. IRIS LEVEL IRIS APL RATIO IRIS VAR WIDTH IRIS VAR HEIGHT IRIS VAR H POS IRIS VAR V POS IRIS SPEED CLIP HIGH LIGHT WHT FILTER INH COLOR BAR SEL RM COMMON MEMORY...
Page 359: File Menu List
FILE Menu List Page Items USER FILE USER FILE LOAD USER FILE SAVE F. ID USER PRESET USER FILE2 STORE USR PRESET CLEAR USR PRESET CUSTOMIZE RESET LOAD CUSTOM DATA LOAD OUT OF USER BEFORE FILE PAGE USER LOAD WHITE ALL FILE ALL FILE LOAD ALL FILE SAVE...
Page 360 Page REFERENCE LENS FILE 1 LENS FILE 2 LENS FILE 3 MEMORY STICK FORMAT TELE FILE A-36 Appendix Items REFERENCE STORE REFERENCE CLEAR REFERENCE LOAD REFERENCE SAVE F. ID SCENE WHITE DATA LENS FILE RECALL LENS FILE STORE F. ID F STOP LENS NO OFFSET SOURCE MEMORY...
Page 361: Diagnosis Menu List
DIAGNOSIS Menu List Page Itmes HOURS METER RESET METER DRUM RUNNING TAPE RUNNING OPERATION THREADING DRUM RUNNING - 2 TAPE RUNNING - 2 OPERATION - 2 THREADING - 2 TIME/DATE ADJUST HOUR YEAR MONTH ROM VERSION AT: Ver X.XX SS: Ver X.XX FP: Ver X.XX EQ: Ver X.XX DEV STATUS...
Page 362 A-38 Appendix...
Page 363: Index
Index AC-550/550CE AC Adaptor 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-5 AC-DN2B AC Adaptor 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-6 Accessory attachments 2-3 AC power supply 1-7, 5-5 Adjusting the flange focal length 5-12 Adjustments and settings for recording assigning the functions to the ASSIGN 1/2 switches 4-108 audio level 4-27 black balance and white balance 4-1...
Page 364 Avoiding breaks in operation due to dead batteries 5-4 BATT indicator 2-46, 3-7, 6-1, 6-16 Battery attachment 2-1 Battery status indicator 2-46, 6-16 BC-L120 Battery Charger 1-7, 5-1, A-6 Hunting 4-9 Using the BP-L60A Battery Pack 1-7, 2-1, 5-1, 5-23 BC-L120 1-7, 5-1, A-6 BCT-HD12CL 6-12, A-8 BKW-401 1-6, 5-10, A-7...
Page 365 5-33 mounting the lens 5-11 power supply 5-1 putting on the rain cover 5-31 storing the camcorder in the carrying case 5-7 tripod mounting 5-26 Error messages adjusting the black balance adjusting the white balance...
Page 366 F-stop indicator 4-66 F FWD button and indicator 2-27 FILE menu 4-46, A-35 Filter CC filter 2-18, 4-7 filter indicator 4-68 fog-proof filter 6-15 ND filter 2-18, 4-7 protecting filter 6-13 selecting 2-19, 4-7 FILTER selector 2-18 Flicker 4-12 F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch 2-36 free run/recording run switch 2-36, 4-35, 4-38 Fog-proof filter 1-6, 6-15, A-7...
Page 367 Menu list DIAGNOSIS menu list A-37 FILE menu list A-35 MAINTENANCE menu list A-31 OPERATION menu list A-9 PAINT menu list A-19 Microphone supplied microphone 2-5 using an external microphone 5-17 using the supplied microphone 5-14 Microphone level adjustment external microphone 4-27 front microphone 4-30 Microphone holder 5-18 MENU knob 2-30...
Page 368 RF indicator 2-42, 6-16 RM-B150 1-6, 2-24, 5-33, 5-34, Safety zone marker 2-16 SCENE file loading 4-145 resetting the camcorder setting to the standard setting 4-150 setting the File ID 4-143 storing 4-135 SERVO indicator 2-42, 6-16 SHIFT button 2-35 Shooting See Recording.
Page 369: Setting The Electronic Shutter
6-6 TC IN connector 2-33 TC OUT connector 2-33 TEST OUT connector 2-24 Tele-File 3-49 Testing See Testing the camcorder before shooting. Testing the camcorder before shooting audio level adjusting functions 6-7 camera section 6-2...
Page 370 XLR connection automatic detection function 6-9 zoom function 6-5 Testing the iris and zoom functions 6-5 Time code checking 6-10 displaying 2-35, 2-43 free run mode 2-36 free run/recording run switch 2-36 preset/regeneration switch 2-36 resetting 2-35 setting 4-34 switch settings and displayed information 2-44 synchronizing 4-39 time code system 2-32...
Page 371 Viewfinder adjusting the position 5-7 BATT indicator 2-46 BKW-401 Rotation Bracket 1-6, 5-10 cleaning 6-12 detaching 5-9 display mode and setting change and adjustment progress message 4-72 front-rear positioning lever 2-16, 5-8 indicators on the viewfinder 2-45 left-right positioning ring 2-16, 5-7 REC indicator 2-45 related equipment A-7...
Page 372 Name Office Address Phone I-10 Index...
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Hdw-750

Sony HDW-750CE Operation Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Features

Precautions

Chapter 5 Setting up the Camcorder

Power Supply

Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and

Accessory Attachments

Audio Functions

Shooting and Recording/Playback Functions

Menu Operating Section

Time Code System

Warnings and Indications

Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel

Indicators on the Viewfinder

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback

About Cassettes

Items

Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for

Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting the Time Data

Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen

Adjustments and Settings from Menus

Settings

Using the Scene Files

Adjusting the Viewfinder

Mounting the Lens

Adjusting the Flange Focal Length

Audio Input System

Tripod Mounting

Attaching the Shoulder Strap

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

Putting on the Rain Cover

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Testing the Camcorder before Shooting

Maintenance

Operation Warnings

Appendix Specifications

Menu List

Index

Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Quick Links

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