Recording Audio Signals; Using The Built-In Stereo Microphones; Using External Inputs; Using An External Microphone - Sony PMW-EX3 Operating Instructions Manual

Recording Audio Signals

Two channels (CH-1/CH-2) of audio can be
recorded (Linear PCM recording) in
synchronization with video recording.
You can use the built-in stereo microphones
(omni-directional electret condenser
microphones) or 2-channel external audio inputs
to the AUDIO IN connectors by switching with
the AUDIO IN switches.
CH-1 AUDIO IN CH-2
MIC MIC
LINE MIC+48V LINE MIC+48V
Built-in stereo
microphones
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AUDIO IN switches:
To select the source
AUDIO SELECT switches:
To select the recording level
adjustment mode
AUDIO LEVEL controls:
To adjust the recording levels
Using the Built-in Stereo
Microphones
Set the AUDIO IN switches, both CH-1 and
CH-2, to INT.

Using External Inputs

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Using an External Microphone

You can use an external microphone for
AUDIO IN
recording, such as the ECM-673 Electret
connectors:
Condenser Microphone.
To input external
sources
1
LINE/MIC/+48V
switches:
To select the type
external source
2
Set the AUDIO IN switches CH-1 and
CH-2 to EXT.
Connect external audio sources to the
AUDIO IN connectors CH-1 and CH-2.
Set the LINE/MIC/+48V switches CH-1
and CH-2 to LINE (line level: +4 dBu).
Loosen the screw of the microphone
holder and open the cover.
Attach a microphone, close the
microphone holder cover for the
original condition to secure, then
connect the microphone cable to either
of the AUDIO IN connectors (CH-1 or
CH-2).
Recording Audio Signals
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