Sony DXC-D50K, DXC-D50PK, DXC-D50L, DXC-D50L, DXC-D50WSL, DXC-D50WSPL, DXC-D50H, DXC-D50PH, DXC-D50WSH Operating Instructions Manual

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Color Video Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
DXC-D50K/D50PK
DXC-D50L/D50PL
DXC-D50WSL/D50WSPL
DXC-D50H/D50PH
DXC-D50WSH
 2004 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 Color Video Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. DXC-D50K/D50PK DXC-D50L/D50PL DXC-D50WSL/D50WSPL DXC-D50H/D50PH DXC-D50WSH  2004 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 Fachpersonal. Owner’s Record The model and serial numbers are located on the top. Record these numbers in the spaces provided below. Refer to them whenever you call upon your Sony dealer regarding this product. Model No. Serial No. CAUTION Danger of explosion if battery is incorrectly replaced.
  • Page 3 For the customers in the USA and Canada RECYCLING NICKEL-CADMIUM BATTERIES Nickel Cadmium batteries are recyclable. You can help preserve our environment by returning your unwanted batteries to your nearest point for collection, recycling or proper disposal. Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited.
  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    VCL-919BY Zoom Lens ... 18 DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder ... 20 Replacing the Lithium Battery ... 23 Fitting a VTR ... 25 Using the Camcorder Grip ... 26 Fitting the Lens ... 29 Using Accessories ... 31 Using the Viewfinder ... 31 Using an Optional Microphone ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Shooting Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus Table of Contents Basic Procedure for Shooting... 43 Shooting with the DSR-1/1P ... 46 Using the Edit Search Function While Back Space Editing ... 46 Shuttle shot function... 47 Viewfinder Screen Indications ... 49 Changing the Viewfinder Display ...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings Appendix Table of Contents White Balance Adjustment ... 77 Saving an Appropriate White Balance Value in Memory ... 77 Using the Preset White Balance Settings ... 79 Light Sources and Color Temperature ... 80 Using the ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) Function...
  • Page 7: Product Configurations

    Product Configurations The nine models, DXC-D50K, DXC-D50L/D50WSL, DXC-D50H, DXC-D50PK, DXC-D50PL/D50WSPL, DXC-D50PH, and DXC-D50WSH, comprise both Overview NTSC and PAL versions and the components as shown in the figure on next page. The operation of the basic camera unit is the same in all cases. Chapter Chapter 1 Overview...
  • Page 8 Chapter 1 Overview...
  • Page 9: Features

    Features Features on the DXC-D50/D50P/ D50WS/D50WSP The DXC-D50WS/S50WSP is a 16:9 wide-screen type (4:3-16:9 switchable) digital video camera while the DXC-D50/D50P is a 4:3 standard-screen type digital video camera. Common features on both types are described in this section. See also “Features on the DXC-D50WS/D50WSP”...
  • Page 10 You can replace the shoulder pad with the flexible Dynafit Pad designed for the DSR-390/390P and DSR-570WS/570WSP. For use with the Dynafit Pad, consult your Sony dealer. Slide cover The slide cover can hide the switches and buttons that are seldom used during shooting.
  • Page 11: Features On The Dxc-D50Ws/D50Wsp

    High-performance viewfinder (DXF-801/ 801CE) • High resolution (600 TV lines of horizontal resolution) • Large-diameter eye cup for easier viewing and focusing • PEAKING potentiometer for vertical and horizontal detail control • Two indicators can be used as TALLY indicators. •...
  • Page 12: Location And Function Of Parts

    Location and Function of Parts Camera Head Before attaching/detaching peripheral equipment to/ from the camera head, be sure to turn off the camera. Otherwise, the camera may not function properly. Right side view Chapter 1 Overview FOCUS MODE ZEBRA BACK L. SPOT L.
  • Page 13 1 5600K button When this button is pressed (lit,) the standard color temperature for shooting is switched to 5600K. Use this button for outdoor shooting in daytime or shooting under lighting with higher color temperature. When the white balance is adjusted while the Wide Band White Balance is set, the button may go on or off automatically.
  • Page 14 Location and Function of Parts qs OUTPUT/DCC (Color bar output/dynamic contrast control) switch Use this switch to select the DCC function or color bar output. Select the CAM/ON position in most cases. CAM/ON: This activates the DCC function. This prevents color faults when shooting high-intensity subjects.
  • Page 15 Front view 1 MIC (microphone) IN +48 V connector (XLR 3- pin, female) Connect the supplied microphone or an optional microphone (operable with a +48 V supply). 2 VF (viewfinder) connector (20-pin) This is the connector for the DXF-801/801CE viewfinder. 3 FILTER control Select the ND filter appropriate to the lighting conditions.
  • Page 16 Location and Function of Parts Left and upper view 1 Fitting for optional microphone holder You can fit an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder here. (See page 32.) 2 Accessory fitting shoe and screw hole Attach optional video lights or other accessories here. 3 Shoulder strap fixture To use the shoulder strap supplied with the VTR, fix one end here and the other end to the VTR.
  • Page 17 0 LENS connector (12-pin, for Connect the lens connector. qa REMOTE connector (10-pin) Connect the optional RM-M7G Remote Control Unit, or the RCP-TX7 or RCP-D50/D51 Remote Control Panel to this connector. Set the CAMERA HEAD SELECT switch on the bottom of RM-M7G to 1.
  • Page 18: Vcl-919By Zoom Lens

    Location and Function of Parts VCL-919BY Zoom Lens qa RET button qs Motorized zoom lever qd IRIS selector qf Instant automatic aperture adjustment button qg DIP switch qh Aperture gain adjustment trimmer qj Shuttle memory position setting knob Chapter 1 Overview 1 Focus ring 2 Zoom ring 3 Aperture ring...
  • Page 19 1 Focus ring Turn this ring to focus the lens on the subject. 2 Zoom ring For direct manual zoom control, set the ZOOM selector 7 to the “MANU.” position, and turn this ring. 3 Aperture ring For manual aperture control, set the IRIS selector qd to the “M”...
  • Page 20: Dxf-801/801Ce Viewfinder

    Location and Function of Parts DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder You can switch the scan size of the DXF-801/801CE in accordance with the aspect ratio selected on the camera or camcorder. 1 Eyepiece focusing knob 2 Stopper Microphone holding screw Microphone holder Microphone...
  • Page 21 • This flashes from the time when you press the VTR button (8 on page 15 and 9 on page 19) on the lens or camcorder until recording starts, then stays on continuously during recording. • When using a camera control unit, this lights when the video from the camera is selected.
  • Page 23: Replacing The Lithium Battery

    Lithium batteries may explode if misused. • Use only CR2032-type lithium batteries. Other types of lithium batteries may come loose when the camcorder is moved. If you have difficulty finding CR2032-type lithium batteries, contact your Sony dealer. Chapter Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 24 Replacing the Lithium Battery Open the battery cover (on the rear of the camera head). Pull the catch of the cover toward you while pushing it downward. For detaching the VTR or camera adaptor, see “Fitting a VTR” on the next page. Take out the lithium battery.
  • Page 25 Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 26: Fitting A Vtr

    Using the Camcorder Grip When using the camera head with a VTR as a camcorder, you can replace the camera head’s grip with a camcorder grip (not supplied). The type of Attaching a camcorder grip to the DSR-1/1P The CAC-H101 (optional) is required.
  • Page 27 (See page 33.) Screw the grip for the DVCAM camcorder. Attaching a camcorder grip to the PVV-3/3P The CAC-H102 (optional) is required. Perform steps 2 to 4 in “Fitting a VTR”. Adjust the viewfinder to the full-forward position.
  • Page 28 Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 29: Fitting The Lens

    Fitting the Lens In the case of the DXC-D50K/D50PK model, the lens is already fitted. In other cases, use the following procedure to fit the lens. Remove the retaining rubber which prevents the lens mount from coming loose, then raise the lens fixing lever, and remove the lens mount cap.
  • Page 30 Fitting the Lens Using the triangular mark as a guide, push the lens connector into the LENS connector on the camera head, until it clicks into place. Fasten the cable with the clamps. Fitting optional filters Loosen the lens hood fixing screw to remove the lens hood, then attach the filter.
  • Page 31: Using Accessories

    Using the Viewfinder Removing the Viewfinder Remove any microphone from the viewfinder before beginning. Pull the viewfinder connector out of the VF connector on the front of the camera head. Loosen the viewfinder left-to- right position fixing ring, then pulling up the retaining catch, slide the viewfinder out.
  • Page 32: Using An Optional Microphone

    Using Accessories Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 33: Fitting To A Tripod

    Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 34: Using The Lc-421 Carrying Case

    Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 35: Connections

    • Select a camera cable to fit the camera connector on the VTR you are using. • The maximum camera cable extent is 10 m (33 ft). For details, consult your Sony dealer. Video monitor • If using an S-VHS VTR, using a video monitor with...
  • Page 36 ConnectionsCCU-D50/D50P Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 37: Connecting A Number Of Cameras (Without Using A Camera Control Unit)

    Connecting a Number of Cameras (Without Using a Camera Control Unit) When using two or more synchronized cameras without a camera control unit, connect an external sync signal to the GEN LOCK IN connector on the camera adaptor (CA-D50/D50P etc.), supplying a VBS or BS Example 1: Camera 2 synchronized to the signal from camera 1 Camera 1 DXC-D50/D50P/...
  • Page 38: Power Supply

    Corporation to this unit allows you to use their Intelligent Battery System and Ultralight System. For details, consult your Anton Bauer products supplier or Sony dealer. Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections Using Battery Packs Always fully charge a battery pack before using it.
  • Page 39: Camera Adaptor Power Supply

    Battery pack charging Before using a battery pack, charge it as shown in the following table. For details of battery charger operation, refer to the instructions provided with the battery charger to be used. Battery pack Battery charger NP-1B BC-1WD/1WDCE, BC-410/410CE BP-90A BC-410/410CE BP-M50, BP-M100,...
  • Page 40: Using A Memory Stick

    48r49.T389415024cmT352400671 Terminal Write-protect tab Labeling position Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 41: Memory Stick

    Memory Stick. This may damage the data. • Memory Stick and are the trademarks of Sony Corporation. • MagicGate Memory Stick and are the trademarks of Sony Corporation. Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...
  • Page 43: Basic Procedure For Shooting

    Basic Procedure for Shooting RET button Focusing ring Attach the VTR or camera adaptor to the camera head, then turn each device’s power on. Shooting FILTER control VTR button Set the FILTER control and the 5600K button appropriately for the lighting conditions. Chapter 5600K button ZEBRA switch...
  • Page 44: Basic Procedure For Shooting

    Basic Procedure for Shooting FILTER control settings Filter setting Lighting conditions 1 (CLEAR) Indoor shooting Outdoor in cloudy or rainy day. Indoor shooting and you wish to reduce the depth of field Outdoor shooting in daytime Outdoor shooting and you wish to reduce the depth of field, or especially bright outdoor ambient light From the viewpoint of the characteristics of lenses,...
  • Page 45 Reviewing the recording It is possible to review the last few seconds of the recording on the tape (recording review). Press the VTR button to pause recording, then press the RET button on the lens. Depending on how long the button is pressed, the tape is automatically rewound over the last two to ten seconds from the paused position, and then this part is played back in the viewfinder.
  • Page 46: Shooting With The Dsr-1/1P

    The DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP docks with the DSR-1/1P to configure a DVCAM digital camcorder. The following describes how to shoot using a DVCAM digital camcorder. Using the Edit Search Function While Back Space Editing While the DSR-1/1P is in recording pause mode, press...
  • Page 47: Shuttle Shot Function

    Shuttle shot function What is the shuttle shot function? The shuttle shot function allows you to zoom at maximum speed to a preset position (shuttle memory position) simply by pressing the lens Shtl button. When you release the Shtl button, the lens returns to the original position.
  • Page 49: Viewfinder Screen Indications

    Viewfinder Screen Indications There are four types of indication screen which appear in the viewfinder and the video monitor connected to the MONITOR OUT connector, as follows. • Normal indications These show the operating state of the camera and connected VTR. (See page 52.) •...
  • Page 50: Viewfinder Screen Indications

    Viewfinder Screen Indications Status indications PLAY TAPE NEAR END TCG 12:34:56:00 WHITE : 3200K A.IRIS : SPOT L. SCENE 01: ABCD1234 : ON BATT : 13.1V 5600K 64ND SKIN W:A 36dB 100.4H Press the MENU switch toward the OFF/STATUS side. Normal indications PLAY...
  • Page 51: Displaying The Top Menu

    Displaying the normal indications To display the normal indications, set the POWER switch to the ON position. PLAY TAPE NEAR END TCG 12:34:56:00 03 08 01 5600K 12:34:56PM 64ND SKIN W:A 36dB 100.4H :::::::: 30-25 F5.6 Displaying the Status indications While the normal indications are displayed, press the MENU switch toward the OFF/STATUS side.
  • Page 52: Viewfinder Normal Indications

    Viewfinder Normal Indications During normal operation, the following items can be indicated in the viewfinder. 1 VTR warning indication a), b), c) 2 VTR operation status indication a), b), c) a) Displayed only when a DSR-1/1P is connected. b) Displayed only when a PVV-3/3P is connected. c) Whether or not to display can be selected by menu setting.
  • Page 53 Only when connecting the DSR-1/1P Indication Meaning MP TAPE An incorrect type of cassette has been loaded. (The cassette is automatically ejected and the indication disappears in about two seconds.) AUDIO 48kHz? At back space editing, audio (4 flashes/s) recording mode has changed from 32 kHz mode (4-channel mode) to 48 kHz mode (2-channel mode).
  • Page 54 Viewfinder Normal Indications qd Audio recording level indicators These show the recording levels of audio channels 1 and 2 on the VTR. Channel 1 Channel 2 PVV-3/3P –20 dB ∞ DSR-1/1P – qf Tape remaining indication This shows the tape remaining in the VTR as follows. Indication Tape remaining F-30...
  • Page 55: Menu Operation

    Menu Operation To perform menu operations, first display the menu on the viewfinder screen or the monitor connected via the MONITOR OUT connector. There are six menus: USER, USER MENU CUSTOMIZE, OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, and FILE. You can display the USER menu directly from the normal-indication display, but to select other menus, first display the TOP MENU, then select the desired menu.
  • Page 56: Setting The Menus

    Menu Operation The question mark changes to an arrow, and the selected menu page is displayed. Setting the Menus Display the menu page on which you wish to make settings, then proceed in the following manner: Turn the MENU dial to move the arrow to your desired item, then press the MENU dial.
  • Page 57: User Menu

    USER Menu The USER menu consists of five pages (factory setting), on which frequently used items of the OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE, and FILE menus are assigned. You can change the assigned items using the USER MENU CUSTOMIZE menu. Structures and setting values of the USER menu Submenu title Page Setting item:...
  • Page 58: Using The User Menu

    Menu Operation Using the USER Menu You can select desired pages from among the OPERATION, PAINT, MAINTENANCE and FILE menu pages and copy and set them on the USER menu. If you register pages frequently used on the USER menu, you can easily call those pages and use them.
  • Page 59 To change the order of the pages Display the TOP MENU. For details, see “ Displaying the TOP MENU” on page 55. Turn the MENU dial to select USER MENU CUSTOMIZE, then press the MENU dial. Display page U1 <PAGE EDIT>. For details, see “Displaying your desired menu page”...
  • Page 60 Menu Operation Turn the MENU dial to select the line for which the menu item is to be registered, then press the MENU dial. The operation select screen appears. If you select a line for which no item has been registered, the ITEM SELECT screen shown in Step 6 is displayed.
  • Page 61 Press the MENU dial. The indication “USER MENU RESET” is displayed, and the settings on all USER PAGEs are reset to the factory-preset values. Displaying the USER menu The USER menu that has been registered as described above can be displayed and operated in the same manner as with other menus.
  • Page 62: Operation Menu

    Menu Operation OPERATION Menu The OPERATION menu consists of 11 pages. To display the OPERATION menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the MENU dial to select OPERATION, then press the MENU dial. For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see “Displaying the TOP MENU”...
  • Page 63 Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <VF/MARKER> SAFETY ZONE: ON ASPECT IND: OFF CENTER MARKER: VF SCAN: AUTO <BOX CURSOR> CURSOR: OFF H POSITION: 50 V POSITION: 50 H WIDTH: 50 V WIDTH: 50 <VF DISPLAY1> IRIS: ON GAIN: ON WHITE: ON ND FILTER: ON 5600K: ON...
  • Page 64 Menu Operation Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <ZEBRA> ZEBRA MODE: 1&2 ZEBRA1 LEVEL: 75% WIDTH: 10% ZEBRA2 LEVEL: 100% 50 to 100 to 109 <MONITOR OUT> MONITOR OUT: ENC CHARACTER: ON RM CHARACTER: <TLCS> AGC: ON AGC LIMIT: 12 AGC CHANGE POINT: F2.8 AE: ON...
  • Page 65: Paint Menu

    PAINT Menu The PAINT menu consists of 10 pages. To display the PAINT menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the MENU dial to select PAINT, then press the MENU dial. For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see “Displaying the TOP MENU”...
  • Page 66 Menu Operation Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <KNEE/WHITE CLIP> KNEE POINT: 0 (not available when DCC is activated) KNEE SLOPE: 0 (not available when DCC is activated) WHITE CLIP: 0 <WHITE SHADING> V MODULATION: [R] 0 [G] 0 [B] 0 <SKIN DTL/MATRIX>...
  • Page 67 Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <USER MATRIX> SATURATION: 0 HUE: 0 [-R] [-G] [-B] R: – G: 0 B: 0 PRESET MATRIX: STD <LOW KEY LEVEL: 0 SATURATION> <CROSS COLOR> SUPPRESSION: 0 Selectable Remarks values –99 to 0 to 99 To adjust the color saturation (color intensity) of the whole picture –99 to 0 to 99...
  • Page 68: Maintenance Menu

    Menu Operation MAINTENANCE Menu The MAINTENANCE menu consists of 6 pages. To display the MAINTENANCE menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the MENU dial to select MAINTENANCE, then press the MENU dial. For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see “Displaying the TOP MENU”...
  • Page 69 Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <OTHERS> COLOR BARS MODE: SMPTE (NTSC) (SPLIT for PAL), FULL (75%) (PAL) FULL (75%), TONE: ON VF PB SELECT: Y SCREEN MODE: 16:9 (Not available for the DXC-D50/D50P) WIDE ID: ON CHU CALL: OFF CCU CALL: ON Selectable Remarks...
  • Page 70: File Menu

    Menu Operation FILE Menu The FILE menu consists of 4 pages. To display the FILE menu, first display the TOP MENU, turn the MENU dial to select FILE, then press the MENU dial. For details on how to display the TOP MENU, see “Displaying the TOP MENU”...
  • Page 71 Submenu title Page Setting item: Initial value <OPERATOR FILE> OPERATOR FILE READ (MStCAMERA) WRITE (CAMERAtMS) FILE ID: CAM CODE DATE 2003/08/01 <MEMORY STICK> MEMORY STICK FORMAT Selectable Remarks values — To write or read data for this camera (incl. settings of customized USER menu) to/from a Memory Stick —...
  • Page 72: Storing And Retrieving A Scene File

    Menu Operation Storing and Retrieving a Scene File Storing a scene file <SCENE FILE1> WHITE:OK PAGE 1/2 STORE STANDARD SCENE WHITE DATA: Make the adjustments of the camera so that the values you wish to store as a scene file are obtained.
  • Page 73: Storing To And Retrieving From A Memory Stick

    Storing to and Retrieving from a Memory Stick A scene file or an operator file stored in the camera can be copied to and stored in the Memory Stick, and stored data can be read by another camera. Storing a scene file <SCENE FILE2>...
  • Page 74: Items Stored In A File

    Menu Operation Items Stored in a File You can store the setting for each item set in menu operations in a scene file and/or an operator file. The table below shows in which file the setting of each Function Selectable values Scene Opera- Factory file ∗...
  • Page 75 Function Selectable values Scene Opera- Factory file VF Display ND — IRIS — White — 5600K — Gain — Shutter — Skin DTL — Audio — Tape Remain — VTR Status — VTR Alarm — Timecode — VF Tally — VF DTL VF DTL On —...
  • Page 77: Adjustments And Settings

    White Balance Adjustment Adjusting the white balance ensures that as lighting conditions change white objects remain white in the image and tones remain natural. The color of light emitted varies from one light source to another, and as the lighting changes the apparent color of an illuminated subject changes.
  • Page 78 White Balance Adjustment Make the following settings on the camera. • POWER switch: ON/SAVE • OUTPUT/DCC switch: one of the CAM positions • Lens aperture selector: A (automatic) • ATW button: OFF Set the FILTER control according to the lighting conditions.
  • Page 79: Using The Preset White Balance Settings

    To retrieve a white balance value from memory Before beginning shooting, set the W. BAL switch to the A or B position. This automatically sets the camera to the white balance adjustment saved in the corresponding memory. If white balance adjustment cannot be completed automatically The warning message “AWB:NG”...
  • Page 80: Light Sources And Color Temperature

    White Balance Adjustment Light Sources and Color Temperature Adjustment of the white balance to match the light source is essential to ensure correct color rendering. The color of a light source is indicated as a color temperature in kelvins (K). It is higher for bluish light, and lower for reddish light.
  • Page 81: Black Balance Adjustment

    Close the lens, then perform the Auto ABB:NG Black Balance adjustment again. TIME LIMIT If ABB adjustment cannot be performed on the second try, consult your Sony dealer. ABB:BREAK This message is displayed when the ABB adjustment is canceled upon your...
  • Page 82: Shutter Settings

    Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings...
  • Page 83 When using the CLS function Watching the monitor screen, adjust the frequency to give minimum interference. If there is a black band in the monitor image, reduce the frequency, and if there is a white band, increase the frequency. For details on CLS setting, see page P1 <SHUTTER> of the PAINT menu.
  • Page 84: Setting The Clock And Timestamping Recordings

    Setting the Clock and Timestamping Recordings Use the page M3 <CLOCK>of the MAINTENANCE menu to set the camera head’s internal clock and record the date and time. Notes •If the following date/time setting procedure for the internal clock does not cause the date/time information to be displayed in the MAINTENANCE menu, it may be due to a worn-out lithium battery in the camera head.
  • Page 85: Viewfinder Screen Adjustments

    Using an optional part allows you to modify the adjustment range to –2 to +1 diopters or –0.5 to +3 diopters. For details, consult your Sony dealer. 1) Diopter: A unit to indicate the degree of convergence or divergence of a bundle of rays.
  • Page 86: Flange Focal Length Adjustment

    Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings...
  • Page 87: Aperture Adjustments

    Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings...
  • Page 88: Adjusting The Lens

    A10×4.8BE, A15×8.8E, PJ55×9B 9 - 16 More precise settings according to your lenses are possible for lens numbers 9-16, if necessary. For details, consult your Sony dealer. (No data setting at shipping) If using a lens not mentioned in the above table Shoot a white subject so that the entire screen is filled with white.
  • Page 89: Macrophotography

    Macrophotography Use the macro function when the subject is at a distance of less than about 90 cm (3 feet) (for the VCL-919BY) from the front of the lens. It is possible to shoot close-ups down to a distance of 10 mm (wide angle, f = 9 mm).
  • Page 90: Settings For Special Cases

    Settings for Special Cases Shooting conditions The background is very bright, and the subject is too dark. The subject is under a spotlight. The subject is completely still (e.g. when shooting documents, drawings, etc.). When you wish to give a lush effect, as when shooting a wedding or similar occasion.
  • Page 91: Appendix

    In the event of operating problems If you should experience problems with the unit, contact your supplier or Sony service representative. Connection with peripheral equipment Before attaching/detaching peripheral equipment to/ from the camera head, be sure to turn off the camera.
  • Page 92: Characteristics Of Ccd Sensors

    Important Notes on Operation Characteristics of CCD Sensors The following effects may appear in the image. They are characteristic of cameras using CCDs (Charge- Coupled Devices), and do not indicate a malfunction. Vertical smear When shooting a very bright object, such as a light, the highlight tends to produce vertical tails.
  • Page 93: Warning Indications

    VTR. If the head clogging. problem persists after cleaning the heads, disconnect the power and consult your Sony dealer. Recording Disconnect the power and continues, but consult your Sony dealer. (The...
  • Page 94: Specifications

    Specifications DXC-D50/D50P/D50WS/D50WSP Camera Head Imaging element Three-chip interline transfer CCD 980 (horizontal) × 504 (vertical) Pixel resolution DXC-D50/D50P: 8.8 × 6.6 mm Imaging area -inch, 4:3 optical system) DXC-D50WS/D50WSP: 9.6 × 5.4 mm ( optical system) Built-in filter settings 1: CLEAR Lens mount Bayonet mount Signal standards...
  • Page 95: Related Products

    Operating Instructions (1 set) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Related Products There is a range of Sony products available to meet every conceivable video shooting requirement. For details, consult your Sony sales representative or supplier. × 4...
  • Page 96 Specifications Studio equipment CCU-D50/D50P Camera Control Unit DXF-51 5-inch Viewfinder (monochrome) DR-100 Intercom Headset Cables and miscellaneous The suffix number on a cable part number indicates the length in meters: e.g. a CCZ-A2 is 2 meters long. (Approximate equivalents in feet: 2 m = 6 ft, 5 m = 16 ft, 10 m = 33 ft, 25 m = 82 ft, 50 m = 164 ft, 100 m = 328 ft) Camera cables with Z-type 26-pin connectors...
  • Page 97: Chart Of Optional Components And Accessories

    TLCS Appendix...
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