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Sony PXW-FS7 Operating Instructions Manual

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4-562-025-11 (1)
Solid-State Memory
Camcorder

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
PXW-FS7
© 2014 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1: Operating Instructions

    4-562-025-11 (1) Solid-State Memory Camcorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. PXW-FS7 © 2014 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Overview System Configuration ............... 6 Location and Function of Parts ..........7 Viewfinder ..............11 Eyepiece ............... 11 Lens (PXW-FS7K only) ..........11 Grip Remote Control ............ 11 Infrared Remote Control ..........12 Extension Unit (Option) ..........12 Screen Display .................
  • Page 3 Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards ......29 Checking the Remaining Capacity ....... 29 Using the XDCA-FS7 .............. 29 Attaching the XDCA-FS7 ..........29 Removing the XDCA-FS7 ........... 30 Attaching the Battery Pack ........... 30 Removing the Battery Pack .......... 31 Switching the Timecode Input/Output ......31 Using an HXR-IFR5 and AXS-R5 .........
  • Page 4 Thumbnail Screen Thumbnail Screen ..............51 Screen Layout ............... 51 Playing Clips ................52 Playing Recorded Clips ..........52 Clip Operations ............... 53 Thumbnail Menu Operations ........53 Thumbnail menu items ..........53 Menu Display and Settings Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy ......54 Setup Menu Organization ..........
  • Page 5 Appendix Usage Precautions ..............93 Output Formats and Limitations .......... 94 Video Formats and Output Signals ......94 Operation Warnings ............. 105 Error Messages ............105 Warning Messages ............. 105 Caution and Operation Messages ....... 106 Licenses .................. 107 MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License ....107 MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ....

  • Page 6: Overview

    XQD Memory Card XQD Card Reader USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied) BP-U30, BP-U60, BC-U1, BC-U2 BP-U60T, BP-U90 Battery Charger Battery Pack (BC-U1 supplied) (BP-U30 supplied) PXW-FS7 AC Adaptor (supplied) HXR-IFR5 AXS-R5 Interface Unit Portable Memory Recorder RMT-845 Infrared Remote Control (supplied)

  • Page 7: Location And Function Of Parts

    Location and Function of Parts For details about the usage and function of each part, see the referenced page. Viewfinder connector (page 21) Accessory shoe REMOTE connector (page 24) Handle record START/STOP button The record button cannot be operated when the INPUT1 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) switch lock lever is in the lock position.
  • Page 8 Attaching the Accessory Shoe Lift the front edge of the shoe spring, and pull the spring in the opposite direction to the arrow engraved on the spring. Shoe spring Accessory shoe Position the accessory shoe on the accessory shoe mount, aligning the protrusions on the shoe with the corresponding points on the mount, and tighten the four screws.
  • Page 9 START/STOP button Right button Used to set numeric values and to move the ND FILTER switch (page 39) cursor to the right on thumbnail screens and ASSIGN (assignable) 1 to 3 buttons menus. (page 42) SEL/SET (select/set) dial PUSH AUTO IRIS button (page 38) Turn the dial to move the cursor up/down to select menu items or settings.
  • Page 10 Headphone connector (page 37) INPUT2 (audio input 2) connector (page 40) XQD card slot A (page 27) SDI OUT 1 connector (page 89) SD card (for saving configuration data) slot (page 28) SDI OUT 2 connector (page 89) XQD (A) access indicator (page 27) HDMI OUT connector (page 89) SD card access indicator (page 28) Underside...

  • Page 11: Viewfinder

    Viewfinder Grip Remote Control For details about attaching the viewfinder For details about attaching the grip remote control (supplied) and eyepiece, see page 21. (supplied), see page 24. CONTRAST knob PEAKING button ZEBRA button MIRROR switch Eyepiece attachment hooks Eyepiece For details about attaching the eyepiece (supplied), see page 22.

  • Page 12: Infrared Remote Control

    Infrared Remote Control Extension Unit (Option) For details about attaching an extension unit (option), see page 29. DATA CODE button BATT RELEASE button Not used on this version. Battery connector TC RESET button GENLOCK IN SCAN/SLOW button DC IN ./> (PREV/NEXT) button DC OUT PLAY button Recording indicator...

  • Page 13: Screen Display

    Screen Display Viewfinder Screen During shooting (recording/standby) and playback, the camcorder status and settings are superimposed on the image displayed in the viewfinder. You can show/hide the information using the DISPLAY button. You can also select to show/hide each item independently (page 72). The 17:9 aspect ratio picture captured by the image sensor is displayed in the viewfinder.
  • Page 14 Slot B icon and status indicators Video signal indicator (page 16) Displays a waveform, vectorscope, and Recording zRec histogram. Standby Stby Slot A/B media status/remaining capacity indicator (page 27) External RAW recording indicator Recording media when the left side of the (page 46) icon is orange.

  • Page 15: Status Screen

    Information displayed on the screen during Status Screen playback The following information is superimposed on To display the status screen: the playback picture. • Push the STATUS CHECK button. To switch to the status screen: • Turn the SEL/SET dial. •...
  • Page 16 Audio Status screen Video Output Status screen Displays the input setting, audio level meter, and Displays the SDI, HDMI, and video output wind noise reduction filter setting for each settings. channel. SDI1 Output picture size Color space CH1 level meter Channel 1 audio level meter Screen display output CH1 Source...
  • Page 17 Media Status screen SD card remaining Displays the remaining capacity Displays the remaining capacity and remaining capacity of media inserted in the SD card recording time of recording media (XQD memory slot (for saving configuration data) expressed in units of GB. cards A and B).

  • Page 18: Preparation

    You can use a battery pack or AC power supply BATT RELEASE button (page 10), slide the from an AC adaptor. battery pack up and then pull it out of the For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and attachment. AC adaptors listed below. Lithium ion battery packs...

  • Page 19: Ac Power

    When using an extension unit Using AC power When using the XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit, the battery voltage or the remaining battery capacity Connecting the camcorder to a power outlet is displayed, depending on the battery used. allows use without worrying about the need to recharge the battery pack.

  • Page 20: Attaching Devices

    AC adaptors Attaching Devices • Do not connect and use an AC adaptor in a confined space, such as between a wall and furniture. Attaching the Microphone Holder • Connect the AC adaptor to the nearest power outlet. If a problem occurs during operation, immediately disconnect the power cord from Notes the outlet.

  • Page 21: Attaching The Viewfinder

    Removing the microphone holder Adjusting the angle of the viewfinder Remove the stopper, and use the reverse Tilt the viewfinder up/down to adjust the angle of procedure of attaching the microphone holder. the viewfinder. Attaching the Viewfinder Note Attach/remove the viewfinder while the camcorder is turned off.

  • Page 22: Attaching The Eyepiece

    Opening the eyepiece Attaching the Eyepiece Press the button indicated by the arrow. Note Attach/remove the eyepiece while the camcorder is turned off. Attach the metal clips of the eyepiece to the eyepiece attachment hooks on the viewfinder. Open the eyepiece upwards when the lock disengages.

  • Page 23: Attaching A Lens

    SEL1635Z SELP18200 For details about lenses supported by the camcorder, contact your Sony service representative. Caution Do not leave the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in the camcorder, and may cause a fire.

  • Page 24: Attaching The Grip Remote Control

    Connect the grip remote control cable Focus adjustments for lenses with focus to the REMOTE connector on the switch camcorder. • When the lens focus switch is set to AF/MF or AF, the focus is adjusted automatically and can also be adjusted manually from the camcorder. •...

  • Page 25: Setting The Clock

    Removing the grip remote control Setting the Clock Disconnect the grip remote control cable from the REMOTE connector on The initial settings screen appears in the the camcorder. viewfinder the first time the camcorder is turned on or after the backup battery has become Remove the arm from the camcorder.

  • Page 26: Configuring Basic Camcorder Operation

    The use of memory cards other than Sony XQD When the shooting mode is set to Cine EI mode, memory cards is not guaranteed. Color Space selects the color gamut of the video output with MLUT set to Off.

  • Page 27: Inserting An Xqd Memory Card

    Inserting an XQD Memory Card Formatting (Initializing) XQD Memory Cards Press the media cover release button (page 10) to open the media cover of the If an unformatted XQD memory card or an XQD card slot section. memory card that was formatted in a different specification is inserted, the message Media “...

  • Page 28: Using A Utility Sd Card

    XQD memory card replacement timing Using a Utility SD Card • When the total remaining recording time on the two memory cards becomes less than 5 minutes, the message “Media Near Full” appears, the You can save camera configuration data for the recording indicator starts flashing, and a beep camcorder on an SD card (available separately).

  • Page 29: Formatting (Initializing) Sd Cards

    Formatting (Initializing) SD Cards Using the XDCA-FS7 SD cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder. You can add functions to the camcorder, such as SD cards for use in the camcorder should be a V-shoe battery or external sync signal, by formatted using the format function of the attaching an XDCA-FS7 Extension Unit (option) camcorder.

  • Page 30: Removing The Xdca-Fs7

    Tighten the two screws on the top of the the camcorder. XDCA-FS7 to secure the XDCA-FS7. Attaching the Battery Pack Insert the battery pack into the battery pack attachment on the XDCA-FS7. The following Sony genuine battery packs are supported. Lithium-ion battery packs BP-GL65A BP-GL95A BP-L60S...

  • Page 31: Removing The Battery Pack

    Removing the Battery Pack Using an HXR-IFR5 and AXS-R5 Pull the battery pack out from the battery pack attachment on the XDCA-FS7 while holding down the BATT RELEASE button. You can record RAW video (page 46) to an AXS-R5 RAW Recorder (option) using an HXR- Switching the Timecode Input/ IFR5 Interface Unit (option) and an XDCA-FS7.

  • Page 32: Using The Infrared Remote Control

    Changing the battery of the remote Using the Infrared control Remote Control The remote control uses a standard CR2025 battery. Do not use a battery other than the CR2025. When using for the first time Push the tab in, and remove the battery Pull out the insulating sheet from the battery holder by placing a fingernail in the holder when using the supplied infrared remote...

  • Page 33: Using Wi-Fi Remote Control

    Playback screen Using Wi-Fi Remote • Status • Playback buttons Control Play/Pause, Stop, F Fwd, F Rev, Next, Prev You can operate the camcorder from a web browser by connecting a smartphone, tablet, or other device that supports a web browser to the camcorder using a wireless LAN connection.
  • Page 34 Wi-Fi Remote screen (tablet) Cursor screen Main screen • Status • Cursor buttons Up, Down, Left, Right, Set, Cancel/Back, Menu, Status, Thumbnail, User Menu Assign screen • Settings S&Q FPS, Shutter, White, Sensitivity/Gain/Exposure Index, Gamma, MLUT, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto White, Rec Start/Stop, Lock, Iris, Focus, Zoom, Auto Iris, Auto Shutter, AGC, ATW Playback screen...

  • Page 35: Shooting

    Shooting Basic Operation Procedure Basic shooting is conducted using the following • Relay recording may not operate if recording is started when the remaining memory card capacity is less than procedure. one minute. For correct relay recording, check that the remaining memory card capacity is more than one Attach the necessary devices, and check minute before starting recording.

  • Page 36: Adjusting The Focus Automatically

    Changing the settings of the record Adjusting the Focus Manually buttons on the camcorder and handle To adjust the focus manually, set the FOCUS When the simultaneous recording (Simul Rec) is switch (page 9) to “MAN.” enabled, you can start/stop recording to each This allows you to adjust the focus manually memory card independently using the record according to the shooting conditions.

  • Page 37: Monitoring Audio

    Focusing using magnified view (Focus Clips (recorded data) Magnifier) When you stop recording, the video, audio, and accompanying data from the start to the end of By factory default, the Focus Magnifier x4/x8 the recording are saved as a single “clip” on an function is assigned to the ASSIGN4 button on XQD memory card.

  • Page 38: Changing Basic Settings

    Adjusting the iris manually Changing Basic Settings Press the IRIS button to turn Auto Iris off, then adjust using the IRIS dial. You can change the settings based on the video You can also assign the IRIS function to an application or recording conditions.

  • Page 39: Adjusting For Natural Colors (White Balance)

    Shooting using auto shutter Adjusting for Natural Colors (White Balance) This function adjusts the shutter speed automatically in response to the image brightness. You can select the adjustment mode to suit the Press the SHUTTER button (page 9). shooting conditions. If the settings screen was displayed, press the ATW (auto tracing white balance) button again.

  • Page 40: Setting The Audio To Record

    If the • If noise is a concern on connectors with no error message persists after repeated attempts to set device connected, set the corresponding white balance, contact your Sony service INPUT1/INPUT2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) representative. switches to “LINE.”...

  • Page 41: Specifying Time Data

    Adjusting the audio recording level Specifying Time Data automatically Setting the timecode Set the CH1/CH2 (AUTO/MAN) switches for the channels to adjust automatically to “AUTO.” Set the timecode to record using Timecode (page 76) in the TC/UB menu. Adjusting the audio recording level manually Displaying time data Use the following procedure to adjust the audio...

  • Page 42: Useful Functions

    • Color Bars Useful Functions • User Menu • Rec Lamp • S&Q Motion • Picture Cache Rec Assignable Buttons/Dials • Rec Review • Thumbnail There are six assignable buttons (page 9, • Shot Mark1 page 11) on the camcorder to which you can •...

  • Page 43: Slow & Quick Motion

    NTSC Area Slow & Quick Motion Format Resolution Frame High frame rate rate When the video format (page 82) is set to one of XAVC-I 2160 1 to 60 fps – the following values, you can specify a different (59.94P, 29.97P, 23.98P) value for the recording frame rate and playback 1080 1 to 60 fps 72/75/80/90/96/...

  • Page 44: Reviewing A Recording (Rec Review)

    • When Picture Cache Rec is on, the timecode is Reviewing a Recording (Rec recorded in Free Run mode regardless of the setting in the TC/UB menu (page 76). Review) Configuring before shooting You can check the video of the most recently Configure Picture Cache Rec (page 77) in the recorded clip on the screen.

  • Page 45: Displaying Peaking

    The image is not inverted. The image is flipped vertically. Note The information display is flipped vertically and The B/T and ROT view are displayed in the viewfinder horizontally. only. The output video and recorded video remain unaffected. Displaying Peaking You can turn peaking on/off by pressing the PEAKING button on the viewfinder (page 11).

  • Page 46: Obtaining Location Information (Gps)

    Obtaining Location Information Shooting in Cine EI Mode (GPS) This mode mimics the way a film camera works, and assumes “developing” occurs in post- Set GPS to “On” in the System menu. production. is displayed when the camcorder is seeking GPS satellites.

  • Page 47: Connecting Devices Using Wireless Lan

    Control in the VF menu is set to “On,” the RAW recording status is displayed in the viewfinder For details about the Content Browser Mobile using an icon. application, contact your Sony sales or service representative. Slow & Quick Motion Recording If S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording menu is Compatible Devices set to “On,”...

  • Page 48: Attaching The Ifu-Wlm3

    Attaching the IFU-WLM3 Plug the IFU-WML3 into the USB wireless LAN module connector (page 7). After attaching the unit, set Wi-Fi >Wi-Fi (page 86) in the System menu to “Enable” to enable wireless LAN. Note Attach/remove the IFU-WLM3 while the camcorder is turned off.

  • Page 49: One-Touch Connection Of Nfc-Enabled Devices (Using Ifu-Wlm3 Only)

    Touch the camcorder using the device. Note The device connects to the camcorder, The SDI OUT output setting must be configured to use launches a web browser, and displays the the CBK-WA100 with the camcorder (page 77). Wi-Fi remote control. Authentication is About the CBK-WA100 required the first time that the device connects.

  • Page 50: Displaying The Wi-Fi Remote Control

    Displaying the Wi-Fi Remote Control The Wi-Fi Remote screen is automatically resized to match the screen size of the connected device. Connect the camcorder and device using a Wireless LAN connection (page 49). Launch a browser on the device and enter “http://<IP address of camcorder (Wi-Fi >IP Adrress in System menu)>/ rm.html”...

  • Page 51: Thumbnail Screen

    Thumbnail Screen Thumbnail Screen The thumbnail screen appears if you press the THUMBNAIL button (page 9). The thumbnail screen displays the clips stored on XQD memory cards as thumbnails (index pictures). You can select a clip on the thumbnail screen and start playback of that clip. The playback image can be displayed in the viewfinder and on an external monitor.

  • Page 52: Playing Clips

    Special recording information Playing Clips Displays the recording mode only if the clip was recorded using a special recording mode. For Slow & Quick Motion clips, the frame rate is displayed on the right. Playing Recorded Clips Clip duration Creation date You can play recorded clips when the camcorder is in recording standby (Stby) mode.

  • Page 53: Clip Operations

    Displaying the filtered clip thumbnail Clip Operations screen Select Filter Clips (page 78) in the Thumbnail On the thumbnail screen, you can operate the menu and select a clip flag type to display only clips or check clip properties using the thumbnail those clips that have the specified flag.

  • Page 54: Menu Display And Settings

    Menu Display and Settings Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy Press the MENU button to display the setup menu Setup Menu Organization in the viewfinder to specify various items for shooting, recording, and playback (menu can also be displayed on an external monitor). The setup User Country menu comprises the following menus.
  • Page 55 Video System Output On/Off Base Setting Output Format Codec Output Setting Rec Format Monitor LUT Genlock Output Display Assignable Button VF Setting Assignable Dial Peaking Rec Lamp Zebra Fan Control Marker HOLD Switch Setting Display On/Off Lens TC/UB Timecode Language TC Display Clock Set Users Bit...

  • Page 56: Setup Menu Operations

    • If an item has a large range of available options Setup Menu Operations (Example: –99 to +99), the selection area is not displayed. The current setting is highlighted to indicate that the value can be changed. • Selecting [Execute] for a function will execute Press the MENU button to display the setup menu the corresponding function.

  • Page 57: Setup Menu List

    Setup Menu List This section describes the function and settings of the items in each menu. Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB User Menu User Item Sub-item setting Description Country See Country in the System menu. Region settings Base Setting See Base Setting in the System...

  • Page 58: Edit User Menu

    Edit User Menu The Edit User menu is displayed at the top level when “Edit User Menu” is selected in the User menu. Edit User Item Sub-item setting Description Add Item Adds a menu item to the User menu. Add an item to the User menu Customize Reset Restores the menu items registered in the User menu to the factory default.

  • Page 59: Auto Exposure

    Camera Item Sub-item setting Description Exposure Index<H> Sets the <H> exposure index value. 500EI / 4.0E Available in Cine EI mode only. 640EI / 4.3E 800EI / 4.7E 1000EI / 5.0E 1250EI / 5.3E 1600EI / 5.7E 2000EI / 6.0E 2500EI / 6.3E 3200EI / 6.7E 4000EI / 7.0E...
  • Page 60 Camera Item Sub-item setting Description AGC Limit Sets the maximum gain of the AGC function. When ISO/Gain/EI >Mode is set to 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 15dB / 18dB When ISO/Gain/EI >Mode is set to ISO and dynamic range is 460%. ISO1000 / ISO1600 / ISO2000 / ISO3200 / ISO4000 / ISO6400 When ISO/Gain/EI >Mode is set to...

  • Page 61: Shutter Mode

    Camera Item Sub-item setting Description Shutter Mode Selects the operating mode of the electronic shutter. Speed / Angle / ECS / Off Speed/Angle (standard mode): Electronic shutter Used for shooting fast-moving subjects clearly. Selects the operating mode for setting the shutter speed in seconds (Speed) or as condition settings a shutter angle (Angle).
  • Page 62 Camera Item Sub-item setting Description AF Micro Setting Turns the auto focus micro adjustment function on/off. Adjustment On / Off Focus position Amount Sets the auto focus micro adjustment level. micro adjustment –20 to 0 to +20 Use the following procedure to adjust A-mount lenses. (Enabled when Attach the lens you want to adjust using an LA-EA2/4 LA-EA2/4...

  • Page 63: Paint Menu

    Paint Menu Paint Item Sub-item setting Description White Color Temp<A> Displays the white balance color temperature saved in 1500K to 50000K (3200K) memory A. White balance settings Color Temp. Balance<A> Sets the white balance gain value saved in memory A (linked –99 to +99 (±0) to R gain and B gain).
  • Page 64 Paint Item Sub-item setting Description Offset White Offset White<A> Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value On / Off to the white balance in memory A. White balance offset settings Warm Cool <A> Sets the offset added to the white balance in memory A as a –99 to +99 (±0) color temperature when Offset White<A>...
  • Page 65 Paint Item Sub-item setting Description Gamma Setting Turns the gamma correction function on/off. On / Off Gamma correction settings Step Gamma Sets a gamma correction value in 0.05 steps. 0.35 to 0.45 to 0.90 Master Gamma Sets the master gamma level. –99 to +99 (±0) R Gamma Sets the R gamma level.
  • Page 66 Paint Item Sub-item setting Description Knee Setting Turns the knee correction function on/off. On / Off (Enabled when Gamma >Gamma Category is set to STD) Auto Knee Turns the auto knee correction function on/off. On / Off Point Sets the knee point. 75% to 109% (90%) Slope Sets the knee slope.
  • Page 67 Paint Item Sub-item setting Description Detail Setting Turns the detail adjustment function on/off. On / Off Detail adjustment settings Level Sets the detail level. –99 to +99 (±0) H/V Ratio Sets the mix ratio between the H detail level and the V detail –99 to +99 (±0) level.
  • Page 68 Paint Item Sub-item setting Description Matrix Setting Turns the matrix correction function on/off. On / Off Matrix correction settings Adaptive Matrix Turns the adaptive matrix function on/off. On / Off Preset Matrix Turns the preset matrix function on/off. On / Off Preset Select Selects a preset matrix.

  • Page 69: Audio Menu

    Audio Menu Audio Item Sub-item setting Description Audio Input CH1 Input Select Switches the input source for recording on channel 1. INPUT1 / Internal MIC / Audio input Shoe 1 settings CH2 Input Select Switches the input source for recording on channel 2. INPUT1 / INPUT2 / Internal MIC / Shoe 2 INPUT1 Reference...

  • Page 70: Video Menu

    Video Menu Video Item Sub-item setting Description Output On/Off Turns SDI output on/off. On / Off Video output settings HDMI Turns HDMI output on/off. On / Off Output Format Sets the SDI and HDMI output resolution. For details about settings, see “Video Formats and Output Output format HDMI Signals”...
  • Page 71 Video Item Sub-item setting Description Monitor LUT Category Sets the type of Look applied as a monitor LUT. LUT / Look Profile / User 3D LUT: Monitor LUT Outputs video with applied preset LUT or user LUT. settings Look Profile: Available in Cine Outputs video close to print film or video which is suitable EI mode only.

  • Page 72: Vf Menu

    VF Menu Item Sub-item setting Description VF Setting Brightness Adjusts the brightness of the viewfinder image. –99 to +99 (±0) Viewfinder settings Color Mode Selects the display mode of the viewfinder in E-E/recording Color / B&W mode. Peaking Setting Turns the peaking function on/off. On / Off Peaking settings Peaking Type...
  • Page 73 Item Sub-item setting Description Marker Setting Turns the display of all markers on/off. On / Off Marker display settings Color Selects the marker signal color. White / Yellow / Cyan / Green / Magenta / Red / Blue Center Marker Turns the center marker on/off.
  • Page 74 Item Sub-item setting Description Display On/Off Setting Selects the items to display in the viewfinder. On / Off Display item settings Shutter Setting On / Off ND Filter Position On / Off Gain Setting On / Off Rec/Play Status On / Off HXR-IFR5 Rec Control On / Off Color Temp.
  • Page 75 Item Sub-item setting Description Auto Exposure Level On / Off White Balance Mode On / Off SDI/HDMI Rec Control On / Off Rec Format On / Off Gamma On / Off Timecode Lock On / Off Wi-Fi Condition On / Off Video Signal Monitor Off / Waveform / Vector / Histogram...

  • Page 76: Tc/Ub Menu

    TC/UB Menu TC/UB Item Sub-item setting Description Timecode Mode Sets the timecode running mode. Preset / Regen / Clock Preset: Timecode settings Starts running from a preset value. Regen: Starts running from the timecode of the end of the previous clip.

  • Page 77: Recording Menu

    Recording Menu Recording Item Sub-item setting Description S&Q Motion Setting Turns Slow & Quick Motion on/off. On / Off Slow & Quick Motion mode High Frame Rate Mode Enables higher speed imaging than 60P. settings Off / Full Scan Off: Higher speed imaging than 60P is disabled.

  • Page 78: Thumbnail Menu

    Thumbnail Menu Thumbnail Item Sub-item setting Description Display Clip Displays the clip properties screen. Properties Display clip properties screen Set Index Sets the index picture of a clip. Picture Clip index picture settings Thumbnail Essence Mark Thumbnail Displays thumbnails of frames with essence marks. All / Rec Start / Shot Mark1 / View Shot Mark2 / Shot Mark3 /...

  • Page 79: Media Menu

    Media Menu Media Item Sub-item setting Description Update Media Media (A) Updates the management file on the XQD memory card in slot Execute / Cancel Update memory Execute: Update card cards Media (B) Updates the management file on the XQD memory card in slot Execute / Cancel Execute: Update card Format Media...

  • Page 80: File Menu

    File Menu File Item Sub-item setting Description All File Load SD Card Loads an ALL file. Execute / Cancel Execute: Load file Settings related to ALL files. Save SD Card Saves an ALL file. Execute / Cancel Execute: Save file File ID Assigns a name to the file.
  • Page 81 File Item Sub-item setting Description Monitor 3D Current Settings Displays a list of the current monitor 3D LUT file settings (file names). Monitor 3D LUT Load SD Card Loads monitor 3D LUT settings on an SD card into internal file settings Execute / Cancel memory.

  • Page 82: System Menu

    System Menu System Item Sub-item setting Description Base Setting Shooting Mode Sets the shooting mode. Custom / Cine EI Base settings Color Space Sets the color space. S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3 / S-Gamut3/SLog3 / Matrix Codec Select Sets the recording/playback mode. RAW / RAW & XAVC-I / RAW Codec settings Note &...
  • Page 83 System Item Sub-item setting Description RAW Output Format Sets the recording format for an external RAW recorder. • For NTSC systems: When Codec >Select is set to an item that includes RAW. 4096×2160 59.94P 4096×2160 29.97P 4096×2160 23.98P 2160×1080 59.94P 2160×1080 29.97P 2160×1080 23.98P •...
  • Page 84 System Item Sub-item setting Description Push AGC: Enables the AGC function while the button is pressed. SHUTTER: Switches the shutter between Auto and Manual. Auto Exposure Level: Opens the Auto Exposure Level screen. Spotlight: Switches between Spotlight and Standard. Backlight: Switches between Backlight and Standard.
  • Page 85 System Item Sub-item setting Description Assignable Assignable Dial Assigns functions to the assignable dial on the grip remote Dial Off / ISO/Gain/EI / IRIS / control. Focus / Audio Input Level ISO/Gain/EI: Adjusts the gain or EI. Assignable dial IRIS: Adjusts the iris. settings Focus: Adjusts the focus.
  • Page 86 Sets a desired user name (1 to 16 alphanumeric characters). Authentication (admin) SET: Set the value. Basic network Password Sets a password (1 to 16 alphanumeric characters). authentication (pxw-fs7) SET: Set the value. settings Wi-Fi Wi-Fi Selects whether to enable or disable Wi-Fi connection. Enable / Disable Wireless LAN connection SSID &...
  • Page 87 Displays the type of battery connected to the XDCA-FS7. If a battery is connected to the XDCA-FS7, “Info Battery,” “Sony Battery,” or “Other Battery” is displayed. If a DC source is connected, “DC IN” is displayed. If powered by a battery or DC source connected to the camcorder, “...
  • Page 88 System Item Sub-item setting Description Version Number Displays the software version of the camcorder. x.xx Display version Version Up Upgrades the camcorder.* Execute / Cancel Execute: Run * Upgrading updates the camcorder software. Ext. Unit Version Number Displays the software version of the XDCA-FS7. x.xx Ext.

  • Page 89: External Device Connection

    External Device Connection Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices To display recorded/playback pictures on an HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector) external monitor, select the camcorder output signal and use an appropriate cable for the Turn the output on/off and set the output format using the Video menu (page 70).

  • Page 90: External Synchronization

    Notes External Synchronization • If the selected recording format is 1280×720 60P, you must supply both a video signal and a time signal. • If the reference signal is unstable, genlock cannot be achieved. When shooting using multiple camcorder units, •...

  • Page 91: Managing/Editing Clips Using A Computer

    • If the external timecode source is disconnected, the timecode may shift by one frame per hour with respect Managing/Editing Clips to the reference timecode. using a Computer To release external lock Change the Timecode setting in the TC/UB menu, or turn the camcorder off.
  • Page 92 On Windows, check that the card is added as a removable disk in the “My Computer” window. On Macintosh, check that a folder called “NO NAME” or “Untitled” (editable) is created on the Desktop. Notes • Do not perform the following operations if the access lamp is lit red.

  • Page 93: Appendix

    Periodic inspections are recommended to keep the unit working properly and to prolong its usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or sales representative for more information about inspections.

  • Page 94: Output Formats And Limitations

    Output Formats and Limitations Video Formats and Output Signals Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 2048×1080P (Level A) SDI OUT connector output formats When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to NTSC Area Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings SDI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format...
  • Page 95 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings SDI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080P – 2048×1080 59.94P Level-A (Level A) 2048×1080 59.94P Video Format (fixed value) 2048×1080P...
  • Page 96 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings SDI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080PsF – 2048×1080 23.98PsF 4096×2160 23.98P 1920×1080PsF –...
  • Page 97 When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to PAL Area Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings SDI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format...
  • Page 98 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings SDI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080P – 2048×1080 50P Level-A (Level A) –...
  • Page 99 HDMI OUT connector output formats When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to NTSC Area Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings HDMI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI...
  • Page 100 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings HDMI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080P – No output (Level A) –...
  • Page 101 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings HDMI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080PsF – No output 2048×1080 23.98P 1920×1080PsF –...
  • Page 102 When Country >NTSC/PAL Area in the System menu is set to PAL Area Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings HDMI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format...
  • Page 103 Recording format settings SDI/HDMI output settings HDMI output signal (Rec Format >RAW Output Format (Output Format >SDI and and Video Format in the System HDMI in the Video menu) menu) HDMI RAW Output Format 2048×1080P – No output (Level A) –...
  • Page 104 HDMI output settings for HDMI devices Output Setting >HDMI Target Output Display >SDI/HDMI in HDMI output Device in the Video menu the Video menu OSD On/Off MLUT On/Off Recorder (default) SDI=On, HDMI=On (default) – Follows SDI1 * Grayed out, cannot be selected. SDI=On, HDMI=Off SDI=Off, HDMI=Off Monitor...

  • Page 105: Operation Warnings

    Turn off the camcorder, and check for any problem with connected devices, cables, or media. If the error persists when the camcorder is turned on again, contact your Sony service representative. (If the camcorder does not turn off when the POWER switch is set to OFF, remove the battery or disconnect the DC IN supply.)

  • Page 106: Caution And Operation Messages

    Fan Stopped The built-in fan stopped. Avoid use at high temperatures, disconnect the power, and contact your Sony service representative. Invalid setting value was reset: The Clip Naming format setting was reset because an invalid ALL file Media/Clip Naming/Camera Position was loaded.

  • Page 107: Licenses

    MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio Licenses License ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY License MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MPEG-4 VISUAL PATENT PORTFOLIO MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL AND NON-...

  • Page 108: Obtaining Software Under The Gpl/Lgpl License

    (including, but not limited to, any images, photographs, animation, video, audio, music, text and “applets” incorporated into the SOFTWARE) is owned by SONY or one or more of the THIRD- PARTY SUPPLIERS. GRANT OF LICENSE SONY grants you a limited license to use the...
  • Page 109 SOFTWARE COPYRIGHTED MATERIALS for use on more than one wireless adapter unless expressly authorized to do so by SONY. You may The SOFTWARE may be capable of being used not remove, alter, cover or deface any trademarks by you to view, store, process and/or use content or notices on the SOFTWARE.
  • Page 110 SOFTWARE may be provided by third parties SOFTWARE over which SONY has no control. USE OF THE You acknowledge and agree that use of the CONTENT SERVICE REQUIRES AN SOFTWARE is at your sole risk and that you are INTERNET CONNECTION.
  • Page 111 LEGAL THEORY RELATED TO THE developing and enhancing the current and future SOFTWARE, INCLUDING, BUT NOT products and services of SONY and other parties; LIMITED TO, ANY DAMAGES ARISING (d) to provide you with information about the OUT OF LOSS OF PROFITS, LOSS OF...
  • Page 112 EULA. These remedies are in addition aspects of the SOFTWARE, including, but not to any other remedies SONY may have at law, in limited to, functions you may rely upon. You equity or under contract.

  • Page 113: Open Software Licenses

    (Unit: mm (inch), body only) with respect to the SOFTWARE of such party. Should you have any questions concerning this EULA, you may contact SONY by writing to SONY at applicable contact address of each area or country. 247 (9 Copyright c 2012 Sony Corporation.
  • Page 114 HD: VBR, 50 Mbps max., 4:2:2 Long Approx. 26 minutes: Using MPEG HD422 QD-G64A MPEG-2 Long GOP XAVC Intra 1920 × 1080 HD422 mode: CBR, 50 Mbps, MPEG-2 422P@HL 59.94P Approx. 59 minutes: Using Recording format (audio) QD-G128A LPCM 24-bit, 48 kHz, 4-channel Approx.

  • Page 115: Camera Section

    XAVC Long 1920 × 1080 Latitude 50M mode 14-stop Approx. 262 minutes: Using Video S/N QD-G128A 57 dB (Video Gamma/Noise Approx. 131 minutes: Using Suppression: off) QD-G64A Shutter speed 35M mode 1/3 to 1/9000 sec. (23.98P) Approx. 374 minutes: Using Shutter angle QD-G128A 4.2°...

  • Page 116: Display Section

    Design and specifications are subject to change Number of pixels without notice. 960 (H) × 540 (V) SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR Media Slot Section DAMAGES OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE TO IMPLEMENT PROPER SECURITY MEASURES ON...

  • Page 117: Software Downloads

    CLAIMS OF ANY KIND MADE BY http://www.sonycreativesoftware.com/download/ USERS OF THIS UNIT OR MADE BY software_for_sony_equipment THIRD PARTIES. • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR THE LOSS, REPAIR, OR REPRODUCTION OF ANY DATA RECORDED ON THE INTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEM, RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE SYSTEMS.

  • Page 118: Trademarks

    Trademarks XDCAM is a trademark of Sony Corporation. • XAVC and are registered trademarks of Sony Corporation. • XQD and are trademarks of Sony Corporation. • HDMI, the HDMI logo, and High-Definition Multimedia Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and/or other countries.

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