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Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (202 pages)

SOLID-STATE MEMORY CAMCORDER

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 8.02 MB

Table of Contents
4
Foreword

10
- Before Use
  10
Mode Indications in this Manual

10
Chapter 1 : Overview

11
Features

11
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

13
- Power Supply
  13
- Light Switch
  13
- Power Switch
  13
- Accessory Attachments
  14
- Fitting for Optional Microphone Holder
  14
- Shoulder Pad
  14
- Shoulder Strap Fitting
  14
- Operating and Connectors Section
  15
- Filter Selector
  15
- Shutter Selector
  15
- Gain Selector
  17
- Menu On/Off Switch
  17
  - Lcd Monitor
    18
  - Access Lamp
    19
- Prev Button
  19
- Next Button
  19
- Menu Button
  20
- Reset/Return Button
  20
- Shift Button
  21
- Essence Mark Button
  21
- Pc Connector
  22
- LCD Monitor
  24
- Recording Mode
  25
- Status Display
  25
- HDVF-20A Viewfinder (Optional)
  26
- CBK-VF01 Viewfinder (Optional)
  27
- Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
  28
- Mirror Switch
  28
- Green Tally Indicator
  28
- Green Tally
  29
  - Color Temperature
    30
  - Video Format
    30
  - Electric Color Temperature Filter
    31
- Filter Position
  31
- White Balance Memory
  31
Chapter 2 : Preparations

33
Preparing a Power Supply

33
- Using a Battery Pack
  33
- Using AC Power
  34
Attaching the Viewfinder

34
Setting the Area of Use

38
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

39
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

39
- Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
  40
Preparing the Audio Input System

41
Tripod Mounting

45
Connecting a Video Light

46
Using the Shoulder Strap

47
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

48
Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

49
Setting the Video Format

49
- Selecting the Recording Mode
  51
- Changing the Video Format
  51
Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

52
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  52
- Adjusting the White Balance
  53
Setting the Electronic Shutter

55
- Shutter Modes
  55
- Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed
  55
Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

57
Adjusting the Audio Level

58
Setting the Time Data

60
- Setting the Timecode
  60
- Setting the User Bits
  61
- Synchronizing the Timecode
  61
Setting Shot Data

63
- Creating a Shot ID
  63
Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

64
Chapter 4 : Shooting

66
Handling Sxs Memory Cards

66
Handling USB Flash Drives

71
- Formatting (Initializing) USB Flash Drives
  71
- Restoring USB Flash Drives
  71
Basic Operations

72
- Playing Recorded Clips
  74
- Deleting Recorded Clips
  75
Advanced Operations

75
Recording Proxy Data

83
Planning Metadata Operations

85
Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

89
Clip Playback

89
- Thumbnail Screen
  89
- Index Picture
  90
  - Clip Name
    90
  - File Format
    90
- Playing Clips
  92
- Using Thumbnails to Search Inside Clips
  93
- Expand Thumbnail Screen
  93
Thumbnail Operations

94
- THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration
  94
- Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations
  96
- Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type
  96
- Displaying Clip Properties
  98
- Adding and Deleting OK, NG or KP Marks
  99
- Protecting Clips
  100
- Copying Clips
  100
- Deleting Clips
  101
- Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen
  102
- Displaying the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen
  103
- Adding and Deleting Shot Marks
  104
- Changing Clip Index Pictures
  104
- Dividing Clips
  104
Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

105
Setup Menu Organization and Levels

105
- Setup Menu Organization
  105
- Setup Menu Levels
  105
Basic Setup Menu Operations

107
Menu List

109
- USER Menu (Factory Default Configuration)
  109
- OPERATION Menu
  110
- PAINT Menu
  128
- MAINTENANCE Menu
  134
- FILE Menu
  149
Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

154
Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

159
Saving and Loading Settings

159
- Saving Setting Data
  159
- Loading Setting Data
  160
- Resetting a File after Changing Its Contents
  161
Saving and Loading Scene Files

161
- Saving Scene Files
  161
- Loading Scene Files
  162
Saving and Loading Lens Files

163
- Setting Lens File Data
  163
- Saving Lens Files
  163
- Loading Lens Files
  163
- Loading Lens Files Automatically
  164
Saving and Loading User Files

164
- Saving User Files
  164
- Loading Setting Data
  165
Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

166
Connecting External Monitors

166
Operating Clips with a Computer

168
- Using the Expresscard Slot of a Computer
  168
- USB Connection with a Computer
  168
Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

170
Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

172

Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (202 pages)

SOLID-STATE MEMORY CAMCORDER

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 7.96 MB

Table of Contents
4
Foreword

10
- Before Use
  10
Mode Indications in this Manual

10
Chapter 1 : Overview

11
Features

11
Using the Software

13
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

13
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

14
- Power Supply
  14
- Accessory Attachments
  15
- Operating and Connectors Section
  16
  - Gain Selector
    18
  - Lcd Monitor
    19
  - Prev Button
    20
  - Warning Indicator
    20
  - Access Lamp
    20
  - Stop Button
    20
  - Next Button
    20
  - Display Switch
    21
  - D Menu Button
    21
  - Shift Button
    22
  - Essence Mark Button
    22
  - Slot Cover
    23
- LCD Monitor
  25
  - Recording Format
    26
  - Recording Mode
    26
  - Time Counter Display
    26
  - Status Display
    26
  - Warning Indicator Area
    26
- HDVF-20A Viewfinder (Optional)
  27
- CBK-VF01 Viewfinder (Optional)
  28
- Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
  29
  - Green Tally
    30
  - Video Format
    31
  - Color Temperature
    31
  - Electric Color Temperature Filter
    32
  - Filter Position
    32
  - White Balance Memory
    32
  - Gain Value
    33
Chapter 2 : Preparations

34
Preparing a Power Supply

34
- Using a Battery Pack
  34
- Using AC Power
  35
Attaching the Viewfinder

35
Setting the Area of Use

39
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

40
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

40
- Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
  41
Preparing the Audio Input System

42
Tripod Mounting

46
Connecting a Video Light

47
Using the Shoulder Strap

48
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

49
Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

50
Setting the Video Format

50
- Selecting the Recording Mode
  52
- Changing the Video Format
  52
Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

53
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  53
- Adjusting the White Balance
  54
Setting the Electronic Shutter

56
- Shutter Modes
  56
- Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed
  56
Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

58
Adjusting the Audio Level

59
Setting the Time Data

61
- Setting the Timecode
  61
- Setting the User Bits
  62
- Synchronizing the Timecode
  62
Setting Shot Data

64
- Creating a Shot ID
  64
Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

65
Chapter 4 : Shooting

67
Handling Sxs Memory Cards

67
Handling USB Flash Drives

72
- Formatting (Initializing) USB Flash Drives
  72
- Restoring USB Flash Drives
  73
Basic Operations

73
- Playing Recorded Clips
  75
- Deleting Recorded Clips
  76
Advanced Operations

76
Recording Proxy Data

84
Planning Metadata Operations

86
Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

90
Clip Playback

90
- Thumbnail Screen
  90
  - Index Picture
    91
  - Clip Name
    91
- Playing Clips
  93
- Using Thumbnails to Search Inside Clips
  94
Thumbnail Operations

95
- THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration
  95
- Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations
  97
- Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type
  97
- Displaying Clip Properties
  99
- Adding and Deleting OK, NG or KP Marks
  100
- Protecting Clips
  101
- Copying Clips
  101
- Deleting Clips
  102
- Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen
  103
- Displaying the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen
  104
- Adding and Deleting Shot Marks
  105
- Changing Clip Index Pictures
  105
- Dividing Clips
  105
Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

106
Setup Menu Organization and Levels

106
- Setup Menu Organization
  106
- Setup Menu Levels
  106
Basic Setup Menu Operations

108
Menu List

110
- USER Menu (Factory Default Configuration)
  110
- OPERATION Menu
  111
- PAINT Menu
  128
- MAINTENANCE Menu
  134
- FILE Menu
  149
Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

154
Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

159
Saving and Loading Settings

159
- Saving Setting Data
  159
- Loading Setting Data
  160
- Resetting a File after Changing Its Contents
  161
Saving and Loading Scene Files

161
- Saving Scene Files
  161
- Loading Scene Files
  162
Saving and Loading Lens Files

163
- Setting Lens File Data
  163
- Saving Lens Files
  163
- Loading Lens Files
  163
- Loading Lens Files Automatically
  164
Saving and Loading User Files

164
- Saving User Files
  164
- Loading Setting Data
  165
Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

166
Connecting External Monitors

166
Operating Clips with a Computer

168
- Using the Expresscard Slot of a Computer
  168
- USB Connection with a Computer
  168
Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

170
Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

172

Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (203 pages)

Solid-State Memory Camcorder

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 4.36 MB

Table of Contents
5
Foreword

11
- Before Use
  11
Mode Indications in this Manual

11
Chapter 1 : Overview

12
Features

12
Using the CD-ROM

14
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

14
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

15
- Power Supply
  15
- Accessory Attachments
  16
- Operating and Connectors Section
  17
  - Gain Selector
    19
  - Lcd Monitor
    20
  - Access Lamp
    21
  - Menu Button
    22
  - Shift Button
    23
  - Essence Mark Button
    23
  - Slot Cover
    24
- LCD Monitor
  26
  - Recording Format
    27
  - Recording Mode
    27
  - Status Display
    27
- HDVF-20A Viewfinder (Optional)
  28
- CBK-VF01 Viewfinder (Optional)
  29
- Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
  30
  - Green Tally
    31
  - Video Format
    32
  - Color Temperature
    32
  - Electric Color Temperature Filter
    33
  - Filter Position
    33
  - White Balance Memory
    33
Chapter 2 : Preparations

35
Preparing a Power Supply

35
- Using a Battery Pack
  35
- Using AC Power
  36
Attaching the Viewfinder

37
Setting the Area of Use

40
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

41
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

42
- Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
  42
Preparing the Audio Input System

43
Tripod Mounting

48
Connecting a Video Light

49
Using the Shoulder Strap

49
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

50
Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

51
Setting the Video Format

51
- Selecting the Recording Mode
  53
- Changing the Video Format
  53
Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

54
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  54
- Adjusting the White Balance
  55
Setting the Electronic Shutter

57
- Shutter Modes
  57
- Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed
  57
Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

59
Adjusting the Audio Level

60
Setting the Time Data

62
- Setting the Timecode
  62
- Setting the User Bits
  63
- Synchronizing the Timecode
  63
Setting Shot Data

65
- Creating a Shot ID
  65
Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

66
Chapter 4 : Shooting

68
Handling Sxs Memory Cards

68
Handling USB Flash Drives

73
- Formatting (Initializing) USB Flash Drives
  73
- Restoring USB Flash Drives
  74
Basic Operations

74
- Playing Recorded Clips
  76
- Deleting Recorded Clips
  77
Advanced Operations

77
Recording Proxy Data

85
Planning Metadata Operations

87
Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

91
Clip Playback

91
- Thumbnail Screen
  91
  - Index Picture
    92
  - Clip Name
    92
  - File Format
    92
- Playing Clips
  94
- Using Thumbnails to Search Inside Clips
  95
Thumbnail Operations

96
- THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration
  96
- Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations
  98
- Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type
  98
- Displaying Clip Properties
  100
- Adding and Deleting OK, NG or KP Marks
  101
- Protecting Clips
  102
- Copying Clips
  102
- Deleting Clips
  103
- Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen
  104
- Displaying the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen
  105
- Adding and Deleting Shot Marks
  106
- Changing Clip Index Pictures
  106
- Dividing Clips
  106
Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

107
Setup Menu Organization and Levels

107
- Setup Menu Organization
  107
- Setup Menu Levels
  107
Basic Setup Menu Operations

109
Menu List

111
- USER Menu (Factory Default Configuration)
  111
- OPERATION Menu
  112
- PAINT Menu
  129
- MAINTENANCE Menu
  135
- FILE Menu
  150
Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

155
Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

160
Saving and Loading Settings

160
- Saving Setting Data
  160
- Loading Setting Data
  161
- Resetting a File after Changing Its Contents
  162
Saving and Loading Scene Files

162
- Saving Scene Files
  162
- Loading Scene Files
  163
Saving and Loading Lens Files

164
- Setting Lens File Data
  164
- Saving Lens Files
  164
- Loading Lens Files
  164
- Loading Lens Files Automatically
  165
Saving and Loading User Files

165
- Saving User Files
  165
- Loading Setting Data
  166
Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

167
Connecting External Monitors

167
Operating Clips with a Computer

169
- Using the Expresscard Slot of a Computer
  169
- USB Connection with a Computer
  169
Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

171
Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

173
Chapter 9 : Maintenance

174

Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (179 pages)

SOLID-STATE MEMORY CAMCORDER

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 7.55 MB

Table of Contents
5
Foreword

10
- Before Use
  10
Mode Indications in this Manual

10
Chapter 1 : Overview

11
Features

11
Using the CD-ROM

12
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

13
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

13
- Power Supply
  13
- Accessory Attachments
  14
- Operating and Connectors Section
  15
  - Gain Selector
    17
  - Access Lamp
    19
  - Prev Button
    20
  - Stop Button
    20
  - Next Button
    20
  - Display Switch
    20
  - Essence Mark Button
    21
  - D Menu Button
    21
  - Shift Button
    22
  - Slot Cover
    23
- LCD Monitor
  25
- HDVF-20A Viewfinder (Optional)
  26
- Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
  27
  - Viewfinder Screen
    28
  - Color Temperature
    29
  - Video Format
    30
  - Electric Color Temperature Filter
    31
  - Filter Position
    31
  - Gain Value
    31
Chapter 2 : Preparations

32
Preparing a Power Supply

32
- Using a Battery Pack
  32
- Using AC Power
  33
Attaching the Viewfinder

34
Setting the Area of Use

37
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

38
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

39
- Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
  39
Preparing the Audio Input System

40
Tripod Mounting

45
Connecting a Video Light

46
Using the Shoulder Strap

46
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

47
Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

48
Setting the Video Format

48
- Selecting the Recording Mode
  50
- Changing the Video Format
  50
Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

51
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  51
- Adjusting the White Balance
  52
Setting the Electronic Shutter

54
- Shutter Modes
  54
- Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed
  54
Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

56
Adjusting the Audio Level

57
Setting the Time Data

59
- Setting the Timecode
  59
- Setting the User Bits
  60
- Synchronizing the Timecode
  60
Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

62
Chapter 4 : Shooting

64
Handling S×S Memory Cards

64
Basic Operations

69
- Playing Recorded Clips
  70
- Deleting Recorded Clips
  71
Advanced Operations

71
Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

80
Clip Playback

80
- Thumbnail Screen
  80
  - Index Picture
    81
  - Clip Name
    81
  - File Format
    81
- Playing Clips
  83
- Using Thumbnails to Search Inside Clips
  84
Thumbnail Operations

85
- THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration
  85
- Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations
  87
- Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type
  87
- Displaying Clip Properties
  89
- Adding and Deleting OK, NG or KP Marks
  90
- Protecting Clips
  91
- Copying Clips
  91
- Deleting Clips
  92
- Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen
  93
- Displaying the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen
  94
- Adding and Deleting Shot Marks
  94
- Changing Clip Index Pictures
  95
- Dividing Clips
  95
Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

96
Setup Menu Organization and Levels

96
- Setup Menu Organization
  96
- Setup Menu Levels
  96
Basic Setup Menu Operations

98
Menu List

100
- OPERATION Menu
  100
- PAINT Menu
  113
- MAINTENANCE Menu
  119
- FILE Menu
  132
Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

136
Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

140
Saving and Loading Settings

140
- Saving Setting Data
  140
- Loading Setting Data
  141
- Resetting a File after Changing Its Contents
  141
Saving and Loading Scene Files

142
- Saving Scene Files
  142
- Loading Scene Files
  142
Saving and Loading Lens Files

143
- Setting Lens File Data
  143
- Saving Lens Files
  143
- Loading Lens Files
  143
- Loading Lens Files Automatically
  144
Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

145
Connecting External Monitors

145
Operating Clips with a Computer

147
- Using the Expresscard Slot of a Computer
  147
- USB Connection with a Computer
  147
Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

149
Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

151
Chapter 9 : Maintenance

152

Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (176 pages)

solid-state memory

Brand: Sony | Category: Other | Size: 7.41 MB

Table of Contents
4
Foreword

9
- Before Use
  9
Mode Indications in this Manual

9
Chapter 1 : Overview

10
Features

10
Using the Software

11
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

12
Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

12
- Power Supply
  12
- Accessory Attachments
  13
- Operating and Connectors Section
  14
- LCD Monitor
  24
- HDVF-20A Viewfinder (Optional)
  25
- Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen
  26
Chapter 2 : Preparations

31
Preparing a Power Supply

31
- Using a Battery Pack
  31
- Using AC Power
  32
Attaching the Viewfinder

32
Setting the Area of Use

36
Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

37
Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

37
- Adjusting the Flange Focal Length
  38
Preparing the Audio Input System

39
Tripod Mounting

43
Connecting a Video Light

44
Using the Shoulder Strap

45
Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

46
Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

47
Setting the Video Format

47
- Selecting the Recording Mode
  49
- Changing the Video Format
  49
Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

50
- Adjusting the Black Balance
  50
- Adjusting the White Balance
  51
Setting the Electronic Shutter

53
- Shutter Modes
  53
- Selecting the Shutter Mode and Shutter Speed
  53
Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

55
Adjusting the Audio Level

56
Setting the Time Data

58
- Setting the Timecode
  58
- Setting the User Bits
  59
- Synchronizing the Timecode
  59
Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

61
- Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens
  62
Chapter 4 : Shooting

63
Handling S×S Memory Cards

63
Basic Operations

68
- Playing Recorded Clips
  69
- Deleting Recorded Clips
  70
Advanced Operations

70
Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

79
Clip Playback

79
- Thumbnail Screen
  79
- Playing Clips
  82
- Using Thumbnails to Search Inside Clips
  83
Thumbnail Operations

84
- THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration
  84
- Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations
  86
- Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type
  86
- Displaying Clip Properties
  88
- Adding and Deleting OK, NG or KP Marks
  89
- Protecting Clips
  90
- Copying Clips
  90
- Deleting Clips
  91
- Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen
  92
- Displaying the Essence Mark Thumbnail Screen
  93
- Adding and Deleting Shot Marks
  93
- Changing Clip Index Pictures
  94
- Dividing Clips
  94
Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

95
Setup Menu Organization and Levels

95
- Setup Menu Organization
  95
- Setup Menu Levels
  95
Basic Setup Menu Operations

97
Menu List

99
- OPERATION Menu
  99
- PAINT Menu
  112
- MAINTENANCE Menu
  118
- FILE Menu
  131
Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

135
Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

139
Saving and Loading Settings

139
- Saving Setting Data
  139
- Loading Setting Data
  140
- Resetting a File after Changing Its Contents
  140
Saving and Loading Scene Files

141
- Saving Scene Files
  141
- Loading Scene Files
  141
Saving and Loading Lens Files

142
- Setting Lens File Data
  142
- Saving Lens Files
  142
- Loading Lens Files
  142
- Loading Lens Files Automatically
  143
Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

144
Connecting External Monitors

144
Operating Clips with a Computer

146
- Using the Expresscard Slot of a Computer
  146
- USB Connection with a Computer
  146
Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

148
Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

150
Chapter 9 : Maintenance

151
Testing the Camcorder

151
- Cleaning the Viewfinder
  151
- Note about the Battery Terminal
  152

Sony PMW-500 Supplement Manual (43 pages)

SOLID-STATE MEMORY CAMCORDER

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 0.99 MB

Sony PMW-500 Operator's Manual (35 pages)

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 1.4 MB

Section 1: Set up and Preparation
3
Charging Batteries
3
Media Cards
7
User Menu
7
Clip Naming
11
System Time/Date
12
Section 2: Zoom
17
Zoom Speed
17
Section 3: Focus
17
Section 4: Exposure and Scene Files Exposure
19
Auto Iris
22
Section 5: White Balance
23
Colour Temperature
23
Manual White Balance
24
Black Balance
25
Section 6: Audio
25
Level Control
26
Monitoring Audio
27
Section 7: Assign Buttons
29
Section 8: Special Recording Modes
30
Slow & Quick Motion
31
Section 9: Playback
32
Playback on a Tv
33
Section 10: Pre Shoot Checklist
34

Sony PMW-500 Manual (13 pages)

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 0.34 MB

Sony PMW-500 Brochure (8 pages)

Product Brochure (PMW-500 Solid-State Memory Camcorder)

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 2.18 MB

Sony PMW-500 Features (8 pages)

Solid State Memory Camcorder

Brand: Sony | Category: Camcorder | Size: 1.62 MB

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Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (202 pages)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Mode Indications in this Manual

Chapter 1 : Overview

Features

Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

Chapter 2 : Preparations

Preparing a Power Supply

Attaching the Viewfinder

Setting the Area of Use

Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Preparing the Audio Input System

Tripod Mounting

Connecting a Video Light

Using the Shoulder Strap

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

Setting the Video Format

Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting the Time Data

Setting Shot Data

Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens)

Chapter 4 : Shooting

Handling Sxs Memory Cards

Handling USB Flash Drives

Basic Operations

Advanced Operations

Recording Proxy Data

Planning Metadata Operations

Chapter 5 : Clip Operations

Clip Playback

Thumbnail Operations

Chapter 6 : Menu and Detailed Settings

Setup Menu Organization and Levels

Basic Setup Menu Operations

Menu List

Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches

Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data

Saving and Loading Settings

Saving and Loading Scene Files

Saving and Loading Lens Files

Saving and Loading User Files

Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices

Connecting External Monitors

Operating Clips with a Computer

Connecting an External Device (I.link Connection)

Configuring a Shooting and Recording System

Sony PMW-500 Operation Manual (202 pages)

Table of Contents

Foreword

Mode Indications in this Manual

Chapter 1 : Overview

Features

Using the Software

Reading the CD-ROM Manuals

Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls

Chapter 2 : Preparations

Preparing a Power Supply

Attaching the Viewfinder

Setting the Area of Use

Setting the Date/Time of the Internal Clock

Mounting and Adjusting the Lens

Preparing the Audio Input System

Tripod Mounting

Connecting a Video Light

Using the Shoulder Strap

Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position

Chapter 3 : Adjustments and Settings

Setting the Video Format

Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance

Setting the Electronic Shutter

Changing the Reference Value for Automatic Iris Adjustment

Adjusting the Audio Level

Setting the Time Data