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Sony PXW-FS5M2 Operating Manual

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Solid-State Memory
Camcorder
Operating Guide
PXW-FS5/FS5M2/FS5M2K
4-581-849-13 (1)
Table of Contents
Getting Started
Recording
Playback
Editing
Using the Menu
Troubleshooting
Additional Information
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  • Page 1 4-581-849-13 (1) Solid-State Memory Table of Contents Camcorder Getting Started Recording Operating Guide Playback Editing Using the Menu Troubleshooting Additional Information ® PXW-FS5/FS5M2/FS5M2K...

  • Page 2: Read This First

    Read this first Before operating this unit, please read this manual thoroughly, and retain it for future reference. Precautions when using the On the LCD screen camcorder • A menu item that is grayed out is not available under the current recording or playback •...
  • Page 3 On the temperature of your camcorder – Horizontal lines appear on the LCD screen during recording under fluorescent lights, and battery pack sodium lamps or mercury lamps. The • Your camcorder has a protective function that phenomena can be reduced by adjusting the disables recording or playback if the shutter speed (p.
  • Page 4 Read this first (continued) About the operation of the camcorder • The operation of the camcorder is controlled using the SEL/SET dial (p. 7, 139) or the multi- selector on the grip (p. 10). About this manual • Operations in this manual are described using the “SELP18105G”...

  • Page 5: About Upgrade Licenses And Firmware Versions

    Some of the functions described in this manual require an upgrade license (option) and firmware of a specified version or later. Purchase option products and upgrade the camera firmware according to the devices used. PXW-FS5 PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K Function Firmware Firmware page...

  • Page 6: Identifying Parts And Controls

    Identifying parts and controls Body The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. A Accessory shoe (with cold shoe N Microphone holder attached) O INPUT 2 (LINE/MIC/MIC+48V) For details about attachment, see switch (p. 83) page 27. P INPUT 2 jack (p. 82) B XLR handle (attached) Q Cable clamper For details about attachment, see...
  • Page 7 A FULL AUTO button (p. 102) I SHUTTER button (p. 51) B HOLD switch (p. 113) J ISO/GAIN button — L/M/H switch (p. 51) C START/STOP button (p. 40) K WHT BAL button — B/A/PRESET D ND FILTER dial (p. 53) switch (p.
  • Page 8 Identifying parts and controls (continued) Top panel A ❙/1 (ON/STANDBY) switch (p. 33) L i (headphones) jack B Shoulder strap attachment point M DC IN jack C Recording lamp (rear) (p. 40) N Tripod receptacles (1/4 inch, 3/8 inch) The recording lamp flashes if the Supports 1/4-20UNC and 3/8-16UNC remaining capacity of the memory card screws.
  • Page 9 O Accessory mounting screw holes For 1/4-20UNC screws (shorter than (1/4 inch) 6.5 mm) Three locations on the handle, and eight b Note on the top panel. Using screws longer than 6.5 mm may damage external parts. A Diopter adjustment dial (p. 35) z Tip B Viewfinder (p.

  • Page 10: Lcd Screen

    Identifying parts and controls (continued) LCD screen Grip The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. For details about attaching the LCD screen, For details about attaching the grip, see see page 29. page 31.

  • Page 11: Wireless Remote Commander

    Commander may shorten, or the Wireless Remote Commander may not function properly. H Transmitter In this case, replace the battery with a Sony CR2025 lithium battery. Use of another battery I START/STOP button (p. 40) may present a risk of fire or explosion.

  • Page 12: Screen Indicators

    Screen indicators Upper right The numbers in ( ) are reference pages. Center Indicator Meaning Upper left Upper right 0min Estimated remaining recording time (p. 178) Recording/playback media (p. 38) 00:00:00:00 Time code (hour:minute:second: frame) (p. 162) Bottom Bottom Upper left Indicator Meaning Indicator...
  • Page 13 Indicator Meaning Auto setting (p. 50) White balance (p. 55) HISTOGRAM (p. 158) AUDIO LEVEL DISPLAY (p. 160) Manual volume adjustment (p. 84) z Tip • Indicators may look different or appear at different positions. Data code during recording For AVCHD, the recording date, time, and shooting conditions are recorded automatically.

  • Page 14: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Read this first ................... 2 About upgrade licenses and firmware versions ........5 Identifying parts and controls ..............6 Body ..................... 6 LCD screen ..................10 Lens (PXW-FS5M2K only) ..............10 Grip ..................... 10 Wireless Remote Commander ............11 Screen indicators ...................
  • Page 15 To adjust the amount of light (ND filter) ..........53 Zebra 1 / Zebra 2 ................54 Adjusting the color tone ................55 Adjusting the white balance ............... 55 Adjusting the black balance .............. 56 High Dynamic Range (HDR) ..............57 Shooting using HDR-compatible picture profile ........ 57 Picture profile HDR-related items ............
  • Page 16 Table of Contents (continued) Using the Wi-Fi function ................. 87 What you can do with the Wi-Fi function of the camcorder ....87 Downloading “Content Browser Mobile” ..........87 Connecting the camcorder to an Android smartphone equipped with the NFC function using One-touch connection ........88 Using a smartphone as a camcorder remote control ......
  • Page 17 Editing Protecting recorded movies (Protect) ...........134 Dividing a movie ...................134 Deleting movies ..................135 Formatting a memory card ..............136 Preventing data on a memory card from being recovered ....137 Repairing the image database file ............138 Using the Menu Operating the menu ................139 Menu items ...................141 (CAMERA/PAINT) menu ..............147 Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions...
  • Page 18 Table of Contents (continued) Streaming supported formats ............... 183 Using your camcorder abroad .............. 184 File/folder structure on the memory card ..........185 Maintenance and precautions .............. 186 About the XAVC format ..............186 About the AVCHD format ..............186 About memory cards ................

  • Page 19: Getting Started

    Make sure that you have following items XLR handle (p. 26) supplied with your camcorder. If, for any reason, there is something missing, contact your Sony dealer. The number in brackets indicates the number of items supplied. Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30) LCD screen (p.
  • Page 20 “Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder” CD-ROM Sony Professional products website: Operating Guide [2] U.S.A. http://pro.sony.com Canada http://www.sonybiz.ca Latin America A lens and lens hood are supplied with the http://sonypro-latin.com...

  • Page 21: Step 2: Using A Battery Pack Or Ac Adapter

    AC Adapter. Set the ON/STANDBY switch to For safety, do not use power sources other STANDBY (1). than genuine Sony battery packs. Press and hold the BATT RELEASE Lithium-ion battery packs button, and slide the battery up and out.
  • Page 22 Step 2: Using a battery pack or AC Adapter (continued) Using a power outlet Connect the power cord to the power outlet (wall socket). You can use the AC Adapter to power the camcorder from a power outlet. While you are using the AC Adapter, the battery pack will not lose its charge even when it is Set the mode select switch on the...

  • Page 23: Step 3: Attaching The Lens

    Step 3: Attaching the lens This manual explains how to attach an SELP18105G lens. For details about using other lenses, refer to the manual supplied with your lens. Hold the camcorder body with the front end downward, and quickly change the lens somewhere away from dusty locations so as to keep dust or debris from getting inside the camcorder body.
  • Page 24 • If you cannot clean the glass surface of the Align the marks. mount by the above procedure, consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. Before you attach caps, remove dust from them.
  • Page 25 Check the dedicated support web site or consult your local LA-EA1/LA-EA3 authorized Sony service facility on compatible lenses. • The autofocus function is not supported. • The sound of the lens and the camcorder in •...

  • Page 26: Step 4: Attaching The Handle, Accessory Shoe, Microphone, Lcd Screen, And Grip

    Step 4: Attaching the Step 3: Attaching the lens (continued) handle, accessory shoe, microphone, AF area display LCD screen, and grip When using an A-mount lens with a mount adapter, the camcorder displays in-focus frames. Attaching the handle Autofocusing: The frame of the area that is in focus turns green.
  • Page 27 Attaching the accessory shoe Lift the edge of the accessory shoe plate and pull it in the direction opposite to that of the arrow on the accessory shoe plate and remove it from the accessory shoe. Shoe plate Accessory shoe Place the accessory shoe with its protrusions matching the recesses on the accessory shoe...
  • Page 28 Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip (continued) Attaching the microphone (sold Insert the accessory shoe plate in separately) the direction of the arrow on the plate surface until the end of the Attach the microphone holder to the handle. plate engages the end of the shoe.
  • Page 29 Screw LCD screen mounting clamp Put the cable in the outer cable holder. Attaching the LCD screen Attach the supplied protective sheet to the LCD screen as shown Insert the LCD screen mounting in the diagram. clamp into the LCD screen attachment point on the handle.
  • Page 30 Step 4: Attaching the handle, accessory shoe, microphone, LCD screen, and grip (continued) Turn the lock knob clockwise to secure the LCD screen. b Note • Securely tighten the LCD screen knob before use. The LCD screen may fall off if the unit is used without securely tightening the knob.
  • Page 31 To attach the LCD screen to different Connect the cable to the REMOTE positions on the handle jack. There are also LCD screen attachment points on the back of the handle (2 locations). The attachment procedure is the same as described in “Attaching the LCD screen”.
  • Page 32 Rosette mount components are available from Sony dealers or service representatives. – Camcorder side: 4-546-932 (sold separately) Removing the grip – Grips side: 4-547-089 (sold separately) –...

  • Page 33: Step 5: Turning On The Camcorder And Setting The Date And Time

    Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time Turning on the camcorder Set the ON/STANDBY switch on (❙). When you use your camcorder for the first time, the [CLOCK SET] screen appears. MENU button SEL/SET dial To set the date and time again, press the MENU button, and select (SYSTEM)

  • Page 34: Step 6: Adjusting The Lcd Screen And Viewfinder

    Step 6: Adjusting the Step 5: Turning on the camcorder and setting the date and time (continued) LCD screen and viewfinder • You can set any year up to the year 2037. • Midnight is indicated as 12:00 AM, and noon as 12:00 PM.
  • Page 35 To use the viewfinder only Adjusting the viewfinder LCD screen LCD screen [VF/LCD To adjust the viewfinder angle “LCD ON/OFF” PANEL] menu switch setting You can adjust the angle of the viewfinder to suit your shooting style. Connected – – –...

  • Page 36: Step 7: Adjusting The Angle Of The Grip

    Step 7: Adjusting the Step 6: Adjusting the LCD screen and viewfinder (continued) angle of the grip When the picture in the viewfinder is You can adjust the angle of the grip to suit your shooting style. hard to see If you cannot see the picture in the viewfinder clearly under bright circumstances, use the supplied large...
  • Page 37 b Notes Move the grip rotate lever to the • When finished, always check that the grip is locked in position. position shown below, and turn • The angle cannot be adjusted beyond the the grip while pressing the lever. adjustment range.

  • Page 38: Step 8: Inserting A Memory Card

    Step 8: Inserting a Step 7: Adjusting the angle of the grip (continued) memory card C Hold the grip firmly using your ring finger Supported memory cards and little finger. File format Supported memory cards AVCHD SD, SDHC, SDXC memory card (Class 4 or U1 or faster) Memory Stick PRO Duo (Mark2), Memory Stick...
  • Page 39 • See page 178 for the recording time of memory HG Duo” media, or an SD card. Memory card cards. slot B accepts an SD card only. • Movies recorded on SDXC memory cards cannot be imported to or played back on computers or A/V devices not supporting the exFAT file system used for SDXC memory To eject the memory card...

  • Page 40: Recording

    Recording Recording Recording Your camcorder records movies on memory cards. Do the following steps to record. Set the ON/STANDBY switch D to ON (❙). Press a record button ACF to begin recording. (In the following descriptions, the “record button” refers collectively to the handle record button, START/STOP button on the camcorder, and START/STOP button on the grip.) 1080/60i [STBY] t [REC]...

  • Page 41: Continuous Recording On The Memory Cards (Relay Rec)

    z Tips • For details about changing the screen display during recording, see page 122. • Indicators displayed on the LCD screen during recording are shown on page 12. • The recording lamp can be set to stay off ([REC LAMP[F]], [REC LAMP[R]], page 166). Continuous recording on the memory cards (Relay Rec) Insert memory cards each in both slots A and B so the camcorder switches memory card A (or B) just before the remaining space on the other one runs out, and continues recording on the...

  • Page 42: Recording Movies Using Both Memory Card A And B (Simul Rec)

    Recording (continued) Recording movies using both memory card A and B (Simul Rec) You can record movies on both memory card A and memory card B simultaneously. Do the following setting before recording. (REC/OUT SET) t [REC SET] t [SIMUL/RELAY REC] t Select [SIMULTANEOUS REC].

  • Page 43: Adjusting The Zoom

    [ZOOM TYPE] setting Adjusting the zoom Attached OPTICAL ON[CLEAR lens ZOOM ONLY IMAGE ZOOM] Power Optical zoom Optical zoom zoom lens only and clear image zoom supported. z Tip • CLEAR IMAGE ZOOM is a zoom function that features little or no degradation in image quality.

  • Page 44: Adjusting The Focus

    Adjusting the focus Recording (continued) • You can change the handle zoom lever function You can adjust the focus manually for ([HANDLE ZOOM], p. 150). different recording conditions. • You can switch the zoom display between a bar Use this function in the following cases. indicator and number indicator ([ZOOM –...

  • Page 45: Using Automatic Focus/Fixed Focus Temporarily (Push Auto Focus/Focus Hold)

    To measure the precise recording Rotate the focus ring and adjust distance the focus. 9 changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any farther, and changes to when the focus cannot be adjusted any closer. To adjust automatically Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A to “AUTO.”...

  • Page 46: Using The Focus Magnifier

    Adjusting the focus (continued) release the button, the setting returns to manual focusing. Press the FOCUS MAG button A on the grip. To use focus hold The setting changes with each press of the Set the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A button.

  • Page 47: Focusing On A Detected Face (Face Detection)

    Focusing on a detected face Selection cursor (orange colored frame) (Face detection) The camcorder detects faces and focuses on one of them (default setting is [OFF]). You can use this function when the FOCUS (AUTO/MAN) switch A is set to “AUTO.”...

  • Page 48: Changing The Recording Setting/Image Size

    Changing the recording setting/image size XAVC HD Selecting the file format and recording format 1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/50p 50Mbps You can select the file format in [FILE 1080/60p 35Mbps 1080/50p 35Mbps FORMAT] and the recording format (bit- 1080/60i 50Mbps 1080/50i 50Mbps rate, image size, frame rate, and scanning 1080/60i 35Mbps 1080/50i 35Mbps...

  • Page 49: Proxy Recording

    Frame rate when [60i] is selected Press the MENU button. The frame rate displayed on the camcorder corresponds to the values in the following table. Frame rate on the LCD Actual frame rate Select (REC/OUT SET) t screen [REC SET] t [PROXY REC 23.98 MODE] t [ON/OFF] t [ON] with 29.97...

  • Page 50: Adjusting The Brightness

    Adjusting the brightness You can adjust the brightness by controlling the amount of light, etc., using Press the IRIS button E. iris, ISO sensitivity/gain, shutter speed, or next to the iris value disappears. ND filter. Iris value Set the ND/IRIS switch B to the “IRIS”...

  • Page 51: Adjusting The Iso Sensitivity/Gain

    To adjust automatically and deeper as the aperture is closed. Use the aperture creatively to obtain the desired effect in Press the ISO/GAIN button G. your photography. The ISO value or gain value disappears, or • You can assign [IRIS PUSH AUTO] to an appears next to the ISO value or gain ASSIGN button (p.
  • Page 52 Adjusting the brightness (continued) Setting value after switching [60i/50i Turn the SEL/SET dial F to SEL] adjust the shutter speed. The shutter speed of the same level before The following shutter speed adjustment changing the [60i/50i SEL] setting is ranges are available: applied.

  • Page 53: To Adjust The Amount Of Light (Nd Filter)

    Adjusting in variable mode To adjust the amount of light (ND filter) The camcorder features two ND filter modes. You can switch between the two modes using the PRESET/VARIABLE switch B. Adjusting in preset mode Set the ND/IRIS switch C to the “ND”...

  • Page 54: Zebra 1 / Zebra 2

    Adjusting the brightness (continued) Setting auto ND filter • Can be operated using Direct Menu. However, when full auto mode is on, operating the ND filter using the ASSIGN button or Direct * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported menu is not supported.

  • Page 55: Adjusting The Color Tone

    Adjusting the color tone Adjusting the white balance Set the B/A/PRESET switch D to the desired position. x Setting the A/B value Select A or B for recording with the white balance setting (p. 56) stored in memory A or B. •...

  • Page 56: Adjusting The Black Balance

    Adjusting the color tone (continued) z Tips Adjusting the black balance • You can change the white balance value for outdoor locations when set to Normally, you do not need to adjust the (OUTDOOR). Press the WB SET button B and black balance.

  • Page 57: High Dynamic Range (Hdr)

    High Dynamic Range (HDR) display are stored in the video file. * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported On devices used for playback and display that using Ver. 4.0 or later (see page 5). support the metadata, the video is displayed automatically with the appropriate settings.

  • Page 58: Using The Gamma Display Assist Function

    High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued) HLG1 to HLG3 Using the gamma display assist 100% function The viewfinder and LCD screen of the HLG3 camcorder do not support HDR, and so are HLG2 HLG1 not appropriate for displaying HDR. However, they can display an image to aid shooting using the gamma display assist function.

  • Page 59: Playing Video Recorded In Hdr On The Camcorder

    Icon Meaning Select one of the following. [HLG(BT.2020)] in use (Default setting in bold) Item Description [HLG(709)] in use [AUTO] Shooting screen: Automatically corrects Playing video recorded in HDR the picture according to the picture profile setting. on the camcorder Playback screen: For AVCHD, MPEG HD, You can play back video recorded in HDR...

  • Page 60: Limitations On Hdr Files Recorded In Non-Xavc Formats

    High Dynamic Range (HDR) (continued) Playback screen “HLG” icon* Gamma display assist icon * Only files recorded in XAVC format. Limitations on HDR files recorded in non-XAVC formats The following limitations apply on files recorded in formats other than XAVC- QFHD or XAVC HD.

  • Page 61: Using Direct Menu

    Using Direct Menu Direct Menu allows you to change menu For example, the iris value settings using single-hand operation from selected in the following diagram. the grip. The following settings can be changed using Direct Menu. • Focus (p. 44) •...
  • Page 62 Using Direct Menu (continued) – During thumbnail display – Slow & Quick Motion Press the multi-selector B to – Super Slow Motion select the setting. – FOCUS MAGNIFIER The set value is highlighted in reverse – FACE DETECTION black and white, allowing you to change –...

  • Page 63: Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion Recording

    Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (CAMERA/PAINT) t Select [SLOW & QUICK] t [S&Q MOTION] t [REC FORMAT]/ [FRAME RATE] with the SEL/SET dial D. [REC FORMAT]: You can select the recording format from the following. When [60i] is selected: XAVC QFHD 2160/30p 100Mbps 2160/30p 60Mbps...
  • Page 64 Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued) Playback speed based on the setting AVCHD between [FRAME RATE] and [REC 1080/50p PS, 1080/25p FX, 1080/25p FH FORMAT] during Slow & Quick Motion The playback speeds based on the recording [FRAME RATE]: You can select the format and frame rate setting are as follows.

  • Page 65: Recording In Super Slow Motion

    XAVC QFHD Recording in Super Slow Motion When [60i] is selected By recording with a frame rate much higher REC FORMAT than the playback frame rate, you can FRAME record images to be played back as super RATE 2160/24p 2160/30p slow motion images.
  • Page 66 Slow & Quick Motion/Super Slow Motion recording (continued) • See page 67 for the relationship [REC FORMAT]: You can select the between [FRAME RATE] and [REC recording format from the following. FORMAT]. When [60i] is selected: • See page 67 for variations in recording times based on [REC TIMING].
  • Page 67 Playback speed based on the setting When [50i] is selected between [FRAME RATE] and [REC REC TIMING FORMAT] during Super Slow Motion FRAME START RATE TRIGGER The playback speed based on the recording TRIGGER TRIGGER HALF format and frame rate settings is as follows. 23 sec 23 sec 11 sec...

  • Page 68: Slow-Motion Recording At High Frame Rate (Hfr)

    (Ver. 4.0 and later). way as for normal recording. Consequently, * On the PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K, purchase and slow-motion recording is now possible installation of an option is not required. without missing shooting opportunities.

  • Page 69: Limitations Of High Frame Rate Recording

    Limitations of High Frame Rate Select a recording format. recording (Default setting in bold) The following functions cannot be used. • FACE DETECTION 1080/60p 50Mbps 1080/50p 50Mbps • COLOR BAR 1080/30p 25Mbps 1080/25p 25Mbps • CENTER SCAN 1080/24p 25Mbps – •...

  • Page 70: Recording In Raw Format Using A Raw Recorder (Sold Separately)

    LCD screen of the camcorder. For details, Record in RAW mode. see the icon description (p. 71). • The recording date, time, and color bars * On the PXW-FS5M2/FS5M2K, purchase and cannot be recorded when recording in installation of an option is not required. RAW.

  • Page 71: Selecting Raw Output And Unit Recording Format

    images, connect the AXS-R5 to a monitor, Settings (default setting in bold) and then play back the images. [60i] [50i] • Changing the gamma curve may change 4096×2160/60p 4096×2160/50p the dynamic range of the image recorded 4096×2160/30p 4096×2160/25p (output), depending on the type of gamma 4096×2160/24p curve.

  • Page 72: Raw 4K Super Slow Motion

    Recording in RAW format using a RAW recorder (sold separately) (continued) No icon: A trigger to start recording cannot Settings (default setting in Item be sent to an external recorder. bold) OUTPUT [60i]: b Note FORMAT] 2048×1080/60p • Even when is displayed on the screen, 2048×1080/30p recording to an external recorder may not be...

  • Page 73: Mpeg Hd Recording

    MPEG HD recording * An upgrade license for the option is required Select (REC/OUT SET) menu for this function (see page 5). On the t [REC SET] t [REC FORMAT]. PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 3.0 or later (see page 5). Preparing to record in MPEG HD Select the recording format.

  • Page 74: Slow & Quick Motion Recording

    MPEG HD recording (continued) stops automatically when the maximum (Default setting in bold) recording time elapses. • The camcorder can no longer record when the 30fps 25fps maximum number of XAVC/MPEG HD files is reached (600). 15fps 12fps • MPEG HD movies are stored in the [PRIVATE] 8fps 6fps t [XDROOT] folder on memory cards.

  • Page 75: Super Slow Motion Recording

    REC FORMAT FRAME RATE 1080/25p 120fps 100fps 2500% quick Select (CAMERA/PAINT) b Note menu t [SLOW & QUICK] t The same limitations and precautions for [SUPER SLOW MOTION] t [REC XAVC HD also apply for Slow & Quick Motion. See page 63. TIMING], and select the timing for recording.

  • Page 76: Playback In Mpeg Hd

    MPEG HD recording (continued) b Note When [50i] is selected The recording time from when recording starts REC TIMING until recording ends is approximately double the FRAME XAVC recording time. START RATE TRIGGER TRIGGER TRIGGER Playback speed for [FRAME RATE] HALF and [REC FORMAT] settings during 23 sec...

  • Page 77: Mpeg Hd Output Formats

    MPEG HD output formats The output signal formats for MPEG HD are the same as for XAVC HD. See page 125. Continued ,...

  • Page 78: Recommended Memory Cards

    MPEG HD recording (continued) Recommended memory cards File format Supported memory cards MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster) MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (U3) (Slow & Quick Motion, Super Slow Motion) MPEG HD 422/420 SDXC memory cards (Class 10 or U1 or faster) (Proxy simultaneous recording) SDXC memory cards (U3) are required for MPEG HD 422/...

  • Page 79: Proxy Recording Supported Formats

    64GB (160) (160) (155) • When using Sony memory cards. • The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable time. z Tips • The maximum number of scenes that can be recorded is 600 in XAVC and MPEG HD.

  • Page 80: Streaming Supported Formats

    MPEG HD recording (continued) MPEG HD 420 Original file Proxy file Image size 1280×720 640×360 Frame rate (fps) 60(50)p 30(25)p 60(50)p 30(25)p Bit rate (Mbps) 1920×1080 60(50)i 30(25)p 1440×1080 60(50)i 1280×720 60(50)p Streaming supported formats Original file (MPEG HD 422) Streaming data Image size 1280×720...

  • Page 81: About The Mpeg Format

    Audio MPEG HD422: Linear PCM About the MPEG format recording 2ch, 24-bit, 48 kHz format Recording and playback on your MPEG HD420: Linear PCM camcorder 2ch, 16-bit, 48 kHz Your camcorder can record in HD, based on the MPEG format. MPEG HD Proxy: AAC-LC This uses a Long-GOP video compression 2ch, 16-bit, 48 kHz...

  • Page 82: Audio Setup

    Audio setup The following jacks, switches and dials Recording sound from the allow you to set the sound to be recorded. internal microphone See page 28 for details about connecting a microphone. You can record sound in stereo using the camcorder’s internal microphone.

  • Page 83: Recording Sound From An External Audio Device

    Recording sound from an Select the input source for each external audio device channel. 1 Press the MENU button I. To use an external audio device, or a (AUDIO SET) t [CH1 2 Select microphone other than the internal INPUT SELECT] t [INPUT1] with microphone, change the following settings.

  • Page 84: Adjusting The Audio Recording Level

    Audio setup (continued) To set both CH-1 and CH-2: Setting the Headphone Output Perform both operations above. * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). Adjusting the audio recording Setting the headphone audio level (AUDIO SET) t Select...

  • Page 85: Assigning Functions To The Assign Buttons/Dial

    Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial Some functions can be assigned to the • DISPLAY (p. 122, 134, 135) ASSIGN buttons or the ASSIGN dial. • SMARTPHONE CONNECT (p. 88) You can assign a single function to each of • STREAMING (p. 97) the ASSIGN1 to 6 buttons and ASSIGN •...
  • Page 86 Assigning functions to the ASSIGN buttons/dial (continued) Select the ASSIGN button to which you want to assign a function with the SEL/SET dial B, then press the dial. [--------] appears if no function is assigned to the ASSIGN button. Select the function that you want to assign with the SEL/SET dial B, then press the dial.

  • Page 87: Using The Wi-Fi Function

    Using the Wi-Fi function What you can do with the Wi-Fi Downloading “Content Browser function of the camcorder Mobile” The Wi-Fi function of the camcorder To use a smartphone as a remote control for enables you to operate the camcorder the camcorder, you need to install the remotely using a smartphone.

  • Page 88: Connecting The Camcorder To An Android Smartphone Equipped With The Nfc Function Using One-Touch Connection

    Using the Wi-Fi function (continued) • Operations and screen displays of the application may be subject to change without notice by future upgrades. Connecting the camcorder to an Android smartphone equipped with the NFC function using One-touch connection Select [Settings] on the smartphone, then select [More…] and place a check mark next to z Tips...

  • Page 89: Connecting Without Using The Nfc Function (Android)

    • Movies cannot be saved on a smartphone. • For details about usage restrictions, see Connect the smartphone to the “Function limitations when recording” (p. 180). camcorder, using the information that appears on the screen when z Tip the camcorder is ready to be •...

  • Page 90: Connecting Without Using The Nfc Function (Iphone/Ipad)

    Using the Wi-Fi function (continued) Input the password displayed on Return to the Home screen, then the camcorder (first time only). start “Content Browser Mobile.” Confirm connection to the SSID For details on how to operate “Content displayed on the camcorder. Browser Mobile”...
  • Page 91 For details on how to operate “Content Browser Mobile” after it starts, refer to the Input the password displayed on Help section in “Content Browser Mobile.” the camcorder (first time only). Confirm connection to the SSID displayed on the camcorder. Return to the Home screen, then start “Content Browser Mobile.”...

  • Page 92: Using Network Functions

    Using network functions When the camcorder is connected to a network, you can stream a movie in real- Configure the access point time or transfer recorded files to an FTP settings. server. IP address Select the IP address configuration Configuring a wireless LAN method.
  • Page 93 b Notes Press the MENU button. • For details about the functions and settings supported by your access point, refer to the manual for the access point or contact the access point administrator. Select (NETWORK SET) t • The camcorder and access point may not [Wi-Fi SET] t [WPS] with the connect or the distance between them for SEL/SET dial.
  • Page 94 Using network functions (continued) Enter the PIN code displayed on Select [Manual setting] t the camcorder screen, within two [Manual regist.]. minutes, into the access point to b Note which to connect. • If ten access points have been registered in the •...
  • Page 95 Screen items Function Select [Register]. 1 Switch Characters switch • Connection to the access point is character type between alphabetical initiated. letters, numerals, and • [Registered.] appears when the access symbols. point is registered successfully. The 2 Keyboard Characters are displayed SSID of the registered access point is in the order they are also displayed.

  • Page 96: Using Airplane Mode

    Using network functions (continued) Configuring a wired LAN Select [OK]. You can connect the camcorder to a network using a wired LAN. b Note • If the connection information has been reset, it will be necessary to set up the smartphone again in order to connect it to the camcorder.

  • Page 97: Using The Streaming Function (Streaming)

    DESTINATION SET Configure the access point Configure the streaming distribution settings. destination. – Host Name: IP address or host name of the IP address receiver Select the IP address configuration – Port: Port number used for streaming on the method. receiver When [Manual] is selected, enter the IP address configuration items displayed...
  • Page 98 Using network functions (continued) b Notes Select (NETWORK SET) t • The streaming function is not available when using the following functions. [STREAMING] t [EXECUTE] t – During playback network connection method. – During thumbnail display • The network connection starts. –...

  • Page 99: Using The Ftp Transfer Function

    • Exposure adjustment (iris, ISO z Tip sensitivity/gain and shutter speed) • For details about the keyboard input method, see page 95. • White balance To stop streaming distribution DISPLAY NAME Enter the display name of the FTP server to register. Press the THUMBNAIL button.
  • Page 100 Using network functions (continued) Using FTP transfer Select the thumbnail of the file You can transfer files by FTP using the you want to transfer, and select connected network. Check that the network settings are configured (p. 92). Press the THUMBNAIL button. •...

  • Page 101: Importing A Root Certificate

    • FTP transfer is not available in shooting mode. To start a file transfer, first press the Write the root certificate to a THUMBNAIL button to switch to playback memory card. mode. Write the certificate in PEM format with • Only wired LAN connection is supported when a “certification.pem”...

  • Page 102: Resetting Network Settings

    • It is very important to set up security on a wireless LAN. • If a problem occurs due to inadequate security measures or due to foreseeable circumstances, Sony Corporation is not responsible for any resulting damage. Resetting network settings The following settings are reset when resetting network settings.

  • Page 103: Customizing The Picture Quality (Picture Profile)

    Picture profile Customizing the picture quality Example setting number (Picture profile) Example settings of a color tone that is faithful to [ITU709] Example settings of a color tone with [CINE1] gamma Example settings of a color tone with [CINE2] gamma Recommended setting when shooting using [S-LOG2] gamma...
  • Page 104 Useful functions (continued) z Tip • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). To cancel the picture profile recording Select [OFF] in step 2 with the SEL/SET dial A, then press the dial. To change the picture profile You can change the settings stored in [PP1] through [PP10].
  • Page 105 BLACK LEVEL To set the black level. Item Description and settings Sets the black level. –15 to +15 GAMMA To select a gamma curve. Item Description and settings [STANDARD] Standard gamma curve for movies [STILL] Gamma curve like an interchangeable-lens still camera movie. [CINE1] Makes soft color images by decreasing dark area contrast and sharpening bright area tone changes (HG4609G33 equivalent).
  • Page 106 Useful functions (continued) KNEE To set knee point and slope for video signal compression to prevent over-exposure by limiting signals in high intensity areas of the subject to the dynamic range of your camcorder. When [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1], [CINE2], [CINE3], [CINE4], [STILL], [ITU709(800%)], [S-LOG2], or [S-LOG3], setting [MODE] to [AUTO] will set [KNEE] off.
  • Page 107 COLOR MODE Selects the type of color. Item Description and settings [STANDARD] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STANDARD]. [STILL] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [STILL]. [CINEMA] Suitable color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [CINE1]. [PRO] Natural color tone when [GAMMA] is set to [ITU709].
  • Page 108 Useful functions (continued) COLOR DEPTH To set the color depth for each color phase. This function is more effective for chromatic colors and less effective for achromatic colors. The color looks deeper as you increase the setting value to more positive side, and lighter as you decrease the value to more negative side.
  • Page 109 Item Description and settings MEMORY1 Corrects colors in Memory 1. REVISION [PHASE]: Corrects the phase of the color in Memory 1. –15 to +15 (0 for no correction.) [SATURATION]: Corrects the saturation of the color in Memory 1. –15 to +15 (0 for no correction.) MEMORY2 COLOR Sets colors stored in Memory 2.
  • Page 110 Useful functions (continued) DETAIL To set items for the detail. Item Description and settings [LEVEL] Sets the detail level. –7 to +7 [MANUAL SET] [ON/OFF] : Turns on and off the manual detail adjustment. Set to [ON] to enable the manual detail adjustment (automatic optimization will not be performed).

  • Page 111: Using The Gamma Display Assist Function

    COPY Using the gamma display assist To copy the settings of the picture profile to function another picture profile number. Movies shot using S-Log2 or S-Log3 RESET require editing in post production. These To reset the picture profile to the default images have low contrast, that make live setting.

  • Page 112: Setting Time Data

    Useful functions (continued) To reset the time code S-LOG3t709(800%): Converts S-LOG3 to ITU-709(800%) equivalent Select [RESET] in step 2 of “Setting the for display. time code” above to reset the time code (00:00:00:00). To reset the time code using the b Note Wireless Remote Commander •...

  • Page 113: Preventing Accidental Operation (Hold Switch)

    – MIRROR switch (LCD screen) Preventing accidental operation – Lens switches (lens) (HOLD switch) z Tip This locks the buttons and switches to • You can change the functions to be locked with prevent recording errors by accidental [HOLD SW SET] (p. 166). operation.

  • Page 114: Inverting The Lcd Screen Display

    Useful functions (continued) Inverting the LCD screen display The image is inverted vertically (bottom/ You can flip the screen display up/down or top). up/down/left/right using the MIRROR The information indicators are inverted switch on the LCD screen, and turn the horizontally and vertically.

  • Page 115: Gps Function

    GPS function Triangulation Screen GPS reception * On the PXW-FS5, this function is supported status indicators status using Ver. 2.0 or later (see page 5). [GPS SETTING] is set GPS function compatible indicator to [OFF] or an devices error occurred. Position You can use the GPS function on models information...

  • Page 116: Gps Information

    GPS function (continued) triangulating icon is not displayed means that Satellite icons position information will not be recorded. • The GPS signal may not be received when indoors or near tall structures. Move to a location with a clear view of the sky. •...

  • Page 117: Auto Area Adj

    b Notes determine the location’s latitude and longitude by receiving signals from 3 or • Adjust the date and time on your camcorder more satellites. before using your camcorder. • There may be discrepancies of a few seconds • As the positions of GPS satellites vary even when [AUTO CLOCK ADJ] is activated.
  • Page 118 GPS function (continued) receives radio signals from 3 or more GPS satellites. The triangulation error of the GPS satellites is about 10 m (33 feet). Depending on the environment of the location, the triangulation error can be greater. In this case, your actual location may not match the location on the map based on the GPS information.

  • Page 119: Playback

    Playback Playback Playback Press the THUMBNAIL button B. The thumbnail screen appears. Memory cards Playback mode Previous Thumbnails Next Current movie data (p. 120) • You can turn on/off the date and time display on the thumbnails by pressing the DISPLAY button A. •...
  • Page 120 Playback (continued) Play back a recording. 1 Select the memory card you want to play back with the SEL/SET dial C. : Memory card A : Memory card B 2 Select the playback mode with the SEL/SET dial C. Playback mode •...
  • Page 121 Playback starts. Stop Next Previous Slow/Fast forward Slow/Fast reverse Play/Pause z Tips • You can assign the [THUMBNAIL] button function to an ASSIGN button. • When playback from the selected movie reaches the last movie, the screen returns to the thumbnail screen. •...

  • Page 122: Changing/Checking The Settings In Your Camcorder

    Changing/checking the settings in your camcorder Press the MENU button D. Select (DISPLAY SET) [DATA CODE] with the SEL/SET dial C, or press the ASSIGN button assigned with the DATA CODE function during playback or pause. The screen changes in the order, date and time display t camera data display t no display with each press of the button.

  • Page 123: Checking The Camcorder Settings (Status Check)

    b Notes Press the STATUS button A. • Data code cannot be displayed for XAVC QFHD or XAVC HD. • When you play back the memory card on other devices, the camera data may be displayed incorrectly. Confirm the correct camera data on your camcorder.

  • Page 124: Connecting To A Monitor Or A Tv

    Connecting to a monitor or a TV Playback image quality depends on the type of monitor or TV, and the jacks used to make the connection. Monitor/TV SDI OUT To SDI jack 75 Ω (ohms) coaxial cable (commercially available) HDMI OUT To HDMI input jack HDMI cable (sold separately)

  • Page 125: Selecting Jacks For External Output

    z Tip • VIDEO OUT and AUDIO OUT are integrated into the Multi/Micro USB jack. To connect to the video jack or audio jack of a monitor or TV, an AV cable (sold separately) is required. VMC-15MR2 is recommended. Selecting jacks for external output Press the MENU button.
  • Page 126 Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p SDI OUT output REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> signal format REC SET> REC SET> VIDEO OUT> VIDEO OUT> FILE FORMAT REC FORMAT SDI/HDMI 24p/30p 2160/30p...
  • Page 127 Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p SDI OUT output REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> signal format REC SET> REC SET> VIDEO OUT> VIDEO OUT> FILE FORMAT REC FORMAT SDI/HDMI 24p/30p 1080/30p 2160p/1080p/ 24p/30p 1080/30p 480i 24PsF/30PsF 1080/30psf 60p(Pull Down)
  • Page 128 Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) HDMI OUT output format (when [60i] is selected) –: Independent of set value Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p HDMI OUT output REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> signal format REC SET>...
  • Page 129 Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI 24p/30p HDMI OUT output REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> signal format REC SET> REC SET> VIDEO OUT> VIDEO OUT> FILE FORMAT REC FORMAT SDI/HDMI 24p/30p XAVC HD 1080/24p 2160p/1080p/ 24p/30p During recording: AVCHD 480i...
  • Page 130 Connecting to a monitor or a TV (continued) Multi/micro USB jack output format (when [60i] is selected) Output is always 480/60i. SDI OUT output format (when [50i] is selected) –: Independent of set value Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI SDI OUT output REC/OUT SET>...
  • Page 131 Menu item Recording mode Recording format SDI/HDMI SDI OUT output REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> REC/OUT SET> signal format REC SET> REC SET> VIDEO OUT> VIDEO OUT> FILE FORMAT REC FORMAT SDI/HDMI 1080/50p 2160p/1080p/ – 1080/50p 720/50p 576i 1080/50i 2160p/720p/576i 720/50p 2160p/1080i/576i...
  • Page 132 When the recording format frame rate is 25p, the output is either 50p or 50i. b Notes • It is recommended that you use an authorized cable with HDMI logo or a Sony HDMI cable. • Images are not output from the HDMI OUT jack of your camcorder, if copyright protection signals are recorded in the movies.
  • Page 133 • This camcorder is not compatible with “BRAVIA” sync. External output and face detection support when recording in XAVC QFHD (4K mode) REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT]. Select REC/OUT SET menu t [VIDEO OUT] t [OUTPUT SELECT] Settings (default setting in Item Description...

  • Page 134: Editing

    Editing Protecting recorded Dividing a movie movies (Protect) You can divide a movie at a designated You can protect movies to avoid deleting point (AVCHD only). them by mistake. Press the MENU button while Press the MENU button when the playing back movies.

  • Page 135: Deleting Movies

    Deleting movies • Movies recorded in XAVC HD cannot be You can free media space by deleting divided. movies from the memory card. z Tip b Notes • Only simple editing is available on this • You cannot restore images once they are camcorder.

  • Page 136: Formatting A Memory Card

    Formatting a memory Deleting movies (continued) card Formatting deletes all data from the Select memory card to recover recordable free space. b Notes • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation.

  • Page 137: Preventing Data On A Memory Card From Being Recovered

    Preventing data on a memory card from being recovered Unintelligible data can be written on a b Notes memory card, making it difficult to recover • It may take from several minutes to several any original data. It is impossible to delete hours to erase data, depending on the capacity.

  • Page 138: Repairing The Image Database File

    Repairing the image database file This function checks the database information and the consistency of movies on a memory card, and repairs any inconsistencies found. b Note • Connect your camcorder to the wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter to prevent your camcorder from running out of power during the operation.

  • Page 139: Using The Menu

    Using the Menu Operating the menu You can change various settings or make detailed adjustments using the menu items displayed on the LCD screen. Turn the SEL/SET dial until the desired menu item is highlighted, then press the dial to select the item.
  • Page 140 Operating the menu (continued) • Items and setting values not available due to other settings are grayed out.

  • Page 141: Menu Items

    Menu items The function and setting value of each menu item are as follows. The default settings are marked with B. ND FILTER PRESET1 (CAMERA/PAINT) B1/4, 1/8, 1/16, (p. 147) 1/32, 1/64, 1/128 ISO/GAIN SEL BISO, GAIN PRESET2 ISO SET 1/4, 1/8, B1/16, ISO800 to 1/32, 1/64, 1/128...
  • Page 142 Menu items (continued) SLOW & QUICK S&Q MOTION When [50i] is HIGH FRAME RATE selected: BOFF, ON XAVC QFHD REC FORMAT 1fps to 25fps When [60i] is (B25fps) selected: XAVC HD/AVCHD XAVC QFHD 1fps to 50fps 2160/30p 100Mbps (B50fps) B2160/30p 60Mbps SUPER SLOW 2160/24p 100Mbps MOTION...
  • Page 143 REC TIMING XAVC HD START TRIGGER, When [60i] is BEND TRIGGER, selected: END TRIGGER 1080/60p 50Mbps HALF 1080/60p 35Mbps 4K SUPER B1080/60i 50Mbps SLOW 1080/60i 35Mbps See page 72. 1080/60i 25Mbps 2K SUPER 1080/30p 50Mbps SLOW 1080/30p 35Mbps See page 72. 1080/24p 50Mbps 1080/24p 35Mbps AUTO BACK LIGHT BOFF, ON...
  • Page 144 Menu items (continued) REC BUTTON DOWN CONVERT SETTING TYPE See page 42. BSQUEEZE, LETTER BOX(16:9), OUTPUT EDGE CROP FORMAT See page 71. HDMI TC OUTPUT BOFF, ON PROXY REC MODE ON/OFF SDI/HDMI REC BOFF, ON CONTROL SIZE BOFF, ON B1280×720, 640×360 (AUDIO SET) (p.
  • Page 145 GAMMA DISP ON/OFF ASSIST BON, OFF (DISPLAY SET) (p. 158) TYPE BOFF, ON, HISTOGRAM BAUTO, S-LOG2t ON[ZEBRA POINT] 709(800%), S-LOG3 ZEBRA ZEBRA SELECT t709(800%) BOFF, ZEBRA1, HLG(BT.2020) ZEBRA2 HLG(709) ZEBRA1 LEVEL BNORMAL, BRIGHT LCD BRIGHT 0% to 109% (B70%) VF COLOR TEMP. ZEBRA1 APERTURE VF/LCD PANEL BLCD PANEL, AUTO...
  • Page 146 Menu items (continued) FTP TRANSFER FTP SERVER SELECT SUMMERTIME BOFF, ON BFTP SERVER1, LANGUAGE FTP SERVER2, FTP GPS SETTING BON, OFF SERVER3 GPS INFORMATION – FTP SERVER1/FTP AUTO CLOCK ADJ BON, OFF SERVER2/FTP AUTO AREA ADJ BON, OFF SERVER3 DATE REC BOFF, ON DISPLAY NAME DESTINATION SET...

  • Page 147: (Camera/Paint) Menu

    (CAMERA/PAINT) menu z Tips Settings to adjust your camcorder to the recording conditions (GAIN SET/ • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). STEADYSHOT, etc.) • You can display the [EDIT] menu by pressing the MENU button when the thumbnail or The default settings are marked with B.
  • Page 148 (CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued) The larger the value, the higher the ISO z Tips sensitivity. • Available when [ISO/GAIN SEL] is set to [GAIN]. 3 Select [OK] with the SEL/SET dial. • The value can be set separately from the one set Setting value in [ISO SET].
  • Page 149 BOFF, 30dB to 0dB (3dB increments) 2300K to B6500K to 15000K (100K increments) b Note b Note • This function is not active while you adjust the gain manually. • Cannot be selected when [COLOR MODE] in the picture profile is set to the following. z Tips S-GAMUT/xxxxK, S-GAMUT3.CINE/ •...
  • Page 150 (CAMERA/PAINT) menu (continued) Enable center scan. LENS COMPENSATION b Note Enable/disable the lens compensation • For details about usage restrictions, see function. “Function limitations when recording” (p. 180). B AUTO z Tip Use the lens compensation function. • You can assign [ON/OFF] to an ASSIGN button (p.
  • Page 151 Select the operation method of the zoom z Tip ring on the lens. • You can assign this function to an ASSIGN button (p. 85). B LEFT(W)/RIGHT(T) Turn the zoom ring clockwise, as viewed SLOW & QUICK from the body, to more to the telephoto end.
  • Page 152 • If you perform AF micro adjustment with the lens of another manufacturer, the adjustment When set to [REC LINK] and shooting in Super values of Sony, Minolta, and Konica Minolta Slow Motion, video cannot be recorded while the lenses may be affected. Do not use this function video light is turned on.

  • Page 153: (Rec/Out Set) Menu

    (REC/OUT SET) menu Recording settings, input and output PICTURE PROFILE settings (REC SET/VIDEO OUT) See page 103. The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items. Press the MENU button t select (REC/OUT SET) with the SEL/SET dial. REC SET FILE FORMAT See page 48.
  • Page 154 (REC/OUT SET) menu (continued) SDI/HDMI 25p OUTPUT (when [50i] is selected) You can select the resolution of the output Sets the output format when the frame rate signal from the SDI/HDMI jacks. in [REC FORMAT] is set to 25p and progressive scan method is selected.

  • Page 155: (Audio Set) Menu

    (AUDIO SET) menu Settings for audio recording (AVCHD AUDIO FORMAT/XLR SET, etc.) HDMI TC OUTPUT You can set whether to output time code to The default settings are marked with B. other professional-use devices, using See page 139 for details on selecting HDMI.
  • Page 156 (AUDIO SET) menu (continued) appears on the status check CH2 INPUT SELECT screen. Sets the CH-2 audio source. INT MIC WIND You can attenuate low tone input sound in the B INT MIC internal microphone to reduce wind noise. Internal microphone. B OFF INPUT1 Disables wind noise reduction.
  • Page 157 INPUT1 TRIM • Distortion of high-volume audio may occur in the input stage or the recording stage. To You can adjust the input signal level from the counter distortion of the input stage, adjust the INPUT 1 jack. level using the INPUT TRIM function. To –18dB, –12dB, –6dB, B0dB, +6dB, counter distortion in the recording stage, reduce the overall level manually.

  • Page 158: (Display Set) Menu

    (DISPLAY SET) menu Display settings (MARKER/DISPLAY ZEBRA OUTPUT, etc.) See page 54. The default settings are marked with B. See page 139 for details on selecting PEAKING menu items. ON/OFF B OFF Press the MENU button t select (DISPLAY SET) with the SEL/SET dial. Does not display the peaking.
  • Page 159 Displays a marker at the center of the LCD • The marker display cannot be output to an external device. screen. z Tips • You can display all types of markers at the same time. ASPECT • You can obtain a balanced composition by positioning the subject at the cross points of the B OFF guideframe marker.
  • Page 160 (DISPLAY SET) menu (continued) • The settings appear on the LCD screen during SHUTTER DISPLAY the manual adjustment regardless of the settings of this function. B SECOND • indicates that the settings are automatically Displays the shutter indicator in seconds. adjusted values.
  • Page 161 DATA CODE VF/LCD PANEL You can select the information that is Selects whether the camera image is displayed during playback. displayed in the viewfinder or on the LCD screen. B OFF B LCD PANEL No information is displayed. The image is always displayed on the LCD DATE/TIME screen.

  • Page 162: (Tc/Ub Set) Menu

    (TC/UB SET) menu Time code settings (TC PRESET/UB PRESET/TC FORMAT, etc.) z Tip Drop frame The default settings are marked with B. Time code is based on 30 frames per second; See page 139 for details on selecting however, gaps in the actual time occur during menu items.

  • Page 163: (Network Set) Menu

    (NETWORK SET) menu Settings for the Wi-Fi function (CTRL W/ TC MAKE SMARTPHONE, etc.) B PRESET Records the newly set time code on the The default settings are marked with B. memory card. See page 139 for details on selecting menu items.

  • Page 164: (System) Menu

    • Camera profiles for PXW-FS5 and 2 Select [YES] on the confirmation PXW-FS5M2 are not compatible. screen. • The file may not be shown properly if the file name is changed on the computer, or the power S&Q BUTTON SETTING...
  • Page 165 b Note Sets summer time. • Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion cannot be executed when the FULL AUTO button is on (lit). LANGUAGE S&Q BUTTON SET You can select the language to be used on the LCD screen. See page 72.
  • Page 166 (SYSTEM) menu (continued) REC LAMP[F] REMOTE CONTROL B ON B ON Turns on the front camera recording lamp. Enables the supplied Wireless Remote Commander (p. 11). Turns off the front camera recording lamp. Disables the supplied Wireless Remote z Tip Commander to prevent misoperation by the remote control of another device.
  • Page 167 USB LUN SET You can improve compatibility with external devices by limiting the functions of the USB connection. B MULTI Set to [MULTI] in normal conditions. SINGLE Set to [SINGLE] if you are unable to connect using the [MULTI] setting. OPERATION TIME Displays the total hours of operation in 10-hour increments.

  • Page 168: Troubleshooting

    3 Press the MENU button and select This operation will reset the date, time and area settings. 4 Consult your Sony dealer or local authorized Sony service facility. • Power sources/LCD screen/Wireless Remote Commander (p. 168) • Memory cards (p. 170) •...
  • Page 169 The remaining battery time indicator does not indicate the correct figure. • Ambient temperature is too high or too low, or the battery pack has not been charged enough. This is not a malfunction. • Fully charge the battery again. If the problem persists, the battery may be worn-out. Replace with a new battery (p.
  • Page 170 Troubleshooting (continued) Memory cards The camcorder does not operate with the memory card inserted. • The memory card was formatted on a computer. Format it on this camcorder (p. 136). The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing. • The file is damaged. •...
  • Page 171 The imaging field looks different. • The imaging field may look different depending on the condition of your camcorder. This is not a malfunction. The actual recording time for movies is less than the estimated recording time. • Depending on the recording conditions, the time available for recording may be shorter, for example when recording a fast moving object, etc.
  • Page 172 Troubleshooting (continued) Tiny spots in white, red, blue, or green appear on the LCD screen. • This phenomenon appears when using a slow shutter speed (p. 51). This is not a malfunction. The subjects passing by the frame very fast appear crooked. •...
  • Page 173 The data file name is displayed incorrectly, or flashing. • The file is damaged. • The file format is not supported on your camcorder (p. 185). • Only the file name is displayed, if the folder structure does not conform to the universal standard.
  • Page 174 Troubleshooting (continued) Copying/Editing/Connecting to other devices Time code and other information appear on the display of the connected device. • Set [DISPLAY OUTPUT] to [LCD PANEL] (p. 161). Sound cannot be added to the recording after recording. • You cannot add sound to the recording after recording on your camcorder. Connecting to a computer The computer does not recognize the camcorder.
  • Page 175 bNotes • The procedure above should not be used during normal operation. It should only be used when the ND filter is no longer moving. The ND unit may become damaged if the procedure is used during normal operation. • After performing the procedure above, the camcorder should be repaired at a service center. •...

  • Page 176: Warning Indicators And Messages

    If a problem persists even after you have cards you can use with your camcorder, tried resolving the issue a couple of times, see page 38. contact your Sony dealer or local • No memory card is inserted (p. 38). authorized Sony service facility. Fast flashing C:06:ss •...
  • Page 177 Failed to acquire an IP address. Warning messages Change the IP address setting. Could not acquire the IP address. If a warning message is displayed, follow If connecting to a network via a wireless the instructions. (NETWORK SET) t LAN, select [ACCESS POINT SET], and specify the Error messages IP address manually.

  • Page 178: Additional Information

    25Mbps 50Mbps 64GB 64GB (305) (360) (495) (665) (120) (170) (220) (120) • When using Sony memory card. XAVC + 1080 • The number in ( ) is the minimum recordable PROXY time. 50Mbps 35Mbps 25Mbps 50Mbps (9M) b Note...
  • Page 179 • Bit-rate (movie + audio, etc.) and number of pixels of each file format are as follows. – XAVC QFHD 100 Mbps 3840×2160 60 Mbps 3840×2160 – XAVC HD 50 Mbps 1920×1080 35 Mbps 1920×1080 25 Mbps 1920×1080 50 Mbps 1280×720 –...

  • Page 180: Function Limitations When Recording

    Function limitations when recording Recording format limitations Yes: Supported, No: Not supported Function XAVC QFHD XAVC HD AVCHD FACE DETECTION (See page 133) COLOR BAR (when proxy (when proxy recording is OFF) recording is OFF) CENTER SCAN SUPER SLOW MOTION S&Q MOTION STREAMING (60 Mbps only)

  • Page 181: Slow & Quick Motion And Super Slow Motion Limitations

    Slow & Quick Motion and Super Slow Motion limitations Yes: Supported, No: Not supported Function Slow & Quick Motion Super Slow Motion FACE DETECTION COLOR BAR CENTER SCAN STREAMING DATE REC SIMULTANEOUS REC/ RELAY REC PROXY REC MODE Wi-Fi remote control Full auto mode HISTOGRAM PEAKING...

  • Page 182: Proxy Recording Supported Formats

    Proxy recording supported formats b Note • Proxy recording is not supported when the following three are selected at the same time. – Recording mode: 4K (XAVC QFHD) – Recording format bit rate: 100Mbps – Simultaneous/relay recording: ON Original file Proxy file Image size 1280×720...

  • Page 183: Streaming Supported Formats

    Streaming supported formats Original file (XAVC) Streaming data Image size 1280×720 640×360 Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 60(50)p 30(25)p Bit rate (Mbps) 3840×2160 30(25)p 1920×1080 60(50)p 60(50)i 30(25)p 1280×720 60(50)p Original file (AVCHD) Streaming data Image size 1280×720 640×360 Frame rate (fps) 30(25)p 60(50)p 30(25)p...

  • Page 184: Using Your Camcorder Abroad

    Using your camcorder abroad Power supply You can use your camcorder in any country/region using the AC Adapter supplied with your camcorder within the 100 V to 240 V AC, 50Hz/60 Hz range. Viewing on TV Before recording a movie with your camcorder for viewing on a TV, set [60i/50i SEL] to the appropriate TV system for the country/region in which you intended to view the movie.

  • Page 185: File/Folder Structure On The Memory Card

    Doing so might damage image Data in folders with a different folder name files, or prevent image files from being played are incompatible (p. 164). back. For SD cards: PRIVATE/SONY/SETTING/model_name For Memory Stick: MSSONY/SETTING/model_name...

  • Page 186: Maintenance And Precautions

    Maintenance and precautions About the XAVC format About memory cards • A memory card formatted (initialized) by a Recording and playback on your computer does not have guaranteed camcorder compatibility with your camcorder. • Data read/write speed may vary depending on Your camcorder can record 4K (QFHD) the combination of the memory card and and HD (high definition) based on the...

  • Page 187: About The Battery Pack

    On image data compatibility • Be sure to set the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY when not recording or playing back • If you cannot use a memory card that has been on your camcorder. The battery pack is also used with another device, format it with your consumed when your camcorder is in recording camcorder (p.

  • Page 188: About Handling Of Your Camcorder

    • If the charge lamp is slow-flashing, the charger checked by a Sony dealer before operating it is in standby mode and charging is suspended. any further. When the ambient temperature is out of the •...
  • Page 189 Note on moisture condensation These problems are not a malfunction, and the organic EL panel can be used without problems. Moisture may condense when you bring your camcorder from a cold place into a warm place (or Casing vice versa) or when you use your camcorder in a humid place as shown below.
  • Page 190 Maintenance and precautions (continued) Charging procedure Connect your camcorder to a wall outlet (wall socket) using the supplied AC Adapter or attach a charged battery, and leave it with the ON/STANDBY switch set to STANDBY (1) for more than 24 hours. Note on disposal/transfer of memory cards Even if you use [MEDIA FORMAT] or...

  • Page 191: Specifications

    Specifications General (width / height / depth) Mass Power requirements Approx. 830 g (1 lb 13 oz) (body only) 12.0 V DC (AC Adapter) Approx. 2.2 kg (4 lb 14 oz) (including 14.4 V DC (battery pack) SELP18105G, lens hood, eyecup, Power consumption BP-U30 battery pack, LCD screen, [60i]...
  • Page 192 Specifications (continued) Lens mount i (headphones) output E-mount Stereo minijack (φ3.5 mm) (1) Minimum illumination Audio input 60i: 0.16 lux (F1.4, 1/24 shutter speed, XLR-type 3-pin (female) (2), line/mic/ auto gain) mic+48 V switchable 50i: 0.18 lux (F1.4, 1/25 shutter speed, DC input auto gain) DC jack...
  • Page 193 Frequency band 2.4 GHz band Security WEP/WPA-PSK/WPA2-PSK NFC Forum Type 3 Tag compliant Rechargeable battery pack (BP-U30) Maximum voltage 16.4 V DC Nominal voltage 14.4 V DC Capacity 28 Wh Design and specifications are subject to change without notice.

  • Page 194: Index

    Index Numeric Black balance....... 56 Drop frame ......162 BLACK GAMMA ..... 105 24p/30p OUTPUT ....154 BLACK LEVEL ....105 25p OUTPUT .....154 FACE DETECTION .... 47 4K .........48 FILE FORMAT....48 60i/50i SEL......166 CAMERA DATA DISPLAY FOCUS ......... 44 ........... 159 FOCUS DISPLAY .....160 CAMERA/PAINT menu..
  • Page 195 MEDIA FORMAT ..... 136 HOLD ........7 HOLD SW SET ....166 Memory card ......38 OPERATION TIME...167 file/folder structure ..185 Option ........5 formatting....136 OUTDOOR......55 Image database file .....138 notes ......186 OUTPUT SELECT.....153 INDOOR.......55 “Memory Stick” ....187 Output signal format...125 INITIALIZE .......167 “Memory Stick PRO Duo”...
  • Page 196 Index (continued) Relay recording ....41 STEADYSHOT ....151 Volume ......84, 121 REMOTE......31 STREAMING ....97, 163 REMOTE CONTROL..166 Streaming ......97 Remote control .....11, 166 SUMMERTIME ....165 Warning indicators .....176 Warning messages....177 REPAIR IMAGE DB FILE SUPER SLOW MOTION..65 ..........138 WB OUTDOOR LEVEL ...149 Super Slow Motion ....
  • Page 197 Trademarks Notes on the License • “XDCAM” logo is a trademark of Sony THIS PRODUCT IS LICENSED UNDER THE Corporation. AVC PATENT PORTFOLIO LICENSE FOR THE PERSONAL USE OF A CONSUMER OR • “XAVC” and are registered trademarks OTHER USES IN WHICH IT DOES NOT of Sony Corporation.
  • Page 198 GPL/LGPL. Source code is provided on the web. Use the following URL to download it. http://oss.sony.net/Products/Linux/ We would prefer you do not contact us about the contents of source code. Licenses (in English) are recorded in the internal memory of your product.
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