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Sony DXC-D35H/D35PH Operating Instructions Manual

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3-203-895-13(1)
Color Video Camera
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual
thoroughly and retain it for future reference.
WS
DXC-D35K/D35PK
DXC-D35L/D35PL
DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL
DXC-D35H/D35PH
2000 by Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 3-203-895-13(1) Color Video Camera Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. DXC-D35K/D35PK DXC-D35L/D35PL DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL DXC-D35H/D35PH 2000 by Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2 WARNING To prevent fire or shock hazard, do not expose the unit to rain or moisture. To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only. This symbol is intended to alert the user to the presence of uninsulated “dangerous voltage”...
  • Page 3 For customers in the USA (for DXC-D35K/D35L/D35WSL/ D35H) This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment.

  • Page 4: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Chapter 2 Fitting and Connection Table of Contents Product Configurations ... 7 Features ... 9 Features on the DXC-D35/D35P/D35WSL/D35WSPL ... 9 Features on the DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL ... 12 Location and function of Parts ... 13 Camera Head ...
  • Page 5 Chapter 3 Shooting Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus Table of Contents Basic Procedure for Shooting... 43 Using the DynaLatitude Function ... 45 Shooting with the DSR-1/1P ... 46 Using the ClipLink Function ... 46 Using the Edit Search Function While Back Space Editing ...
  • Page 6 Table of Contents Chapter 5 Adjustments and Settings Appendix Table of Contents White Balance Adjustment ... 79 Saving an Appropriate White Balance Value in Memory ... 79 Using the Preset White Balance Settings ... 81 Light Sources and Color Temperatures ... 81 Using the ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) Function...

  • Page 7: Product Configurations

    Product Configurations The eight models, DXC-D35K, DXC-D35L/D35WSL, DXC-D35H, DXC-D35PK, DXC-D35PL/D35WSPL, and DXC-D35PH, comprise both NTSC and PAL Overview versions and the components as shown in the figure on next page. The operation of the basic camera unit is the same in all cases. Chapter Chapter 1 Overview...

  • Page 8: Product Configurations

    Product Configurations DXC-D35K/D35PK DXC-D35L/D35PL VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor DXC-D35H/D35PH DXC-D35/D35P/D35WS D35WSP Camera Head a) DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL only b) Illustration: DXC-D35WS/D35WSP Camera adaptor The product kit does not include a camera adaptor: to use a camera adaptor, you will need to purchase a model CA-537/537P or CA-327/327P.

  • Page 9: Features

    Features Features on the DXC-D35/D35P/ D35WSL/D35WSPL The DXC-D35WSL/S35WSPL is a 16:9 wide-screen type (4:3-16:9 switchable) digital video camera while the DXC-D35/D35P is a 4:3 standard-screen type digital video camera. Common features on both types are described in this section. See also “Features on the DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL”...
  • Page 10 Features ClipLink™ Function (when using DSR- 1/1P) The ClipLink function can be used at every step from acquisition to editing. Information necessary for editing is recorded when shooting to ensure fast and efficient editing operations. When you set a recording start (Rec IN) point or when you press the TAKE button to set a Mark IN point, the video image at that point is recorded on the tape in compressed form as an Index Picture.
  • Page 11 Dual zebra pattern display Two types of zebra patterns, zebra 1 and zebra 2 can be displayed simultaneously or independently. The zebra 1 can be set to the levels ranging from 70 to 90 IRE on the DXC-D35/D35WSL (or from 70 to 90% on the DXC-D35P/D35WSPL) and the zebra 2 indicates the levels of 100 IRE for the DXC-D35/D35WSL or more (or the levels of 100% or more for the DXC-...

  • Page 12: Features On The Dxc-D35Wsl/D35Wspl

    Features Features on the DXC-D35WSL/ D35WSPL Features only on the DXC-D35WSL/S35WSPL is described in this section. See “Features on the DXC- D35/D35P/D35WSL/D35WSPL” (page 9) for common features on a 4:3 standard-screen type digital video camera and 16:9 wide-screen type digital video camera.

  • Page 13: Location And Function Of Parts

    Location and Function of Parts Camera Head Right side view Illustration: DXC-D35WS/D35WSP 1 EZ MODE button and indicator 2 EZ FOCUS button 3 EDIT SEARCH buttons 4 Slide cover lock qf REC TIME switch qg TTL RESET button qh SKIN DTL switch TTL RESET qj SKIN DTL SET button REC TIME...
  • Page 14 Location and Function of Parts 1 EZ (“easy”) MODE button and indicator Depress this button (EZ mode on) when you want to be able to shoot immediately, with automatic adjustment of the camera settings to standard values. (See page 68.) When this function is used, the iris and the white balance are adjusted automatically.
  • Page 15 CAM/DL: This setting uses the DynaLatitude function, which finely adjusts the contrast of each pixel according to a histogram of luminance signal levels. Access advanced menu page 2 to set the DynaLatitude function ON or OFF. The DynaLatitude effect can be set to any of three levels, Low, STD (standard), and High with basic menu page 2.
  • Page 16 Location and Function of Parts w; ZEBRA switch Set this switch to the ON position to display a zebra pattern (diagonal stripes) in the viewfinder. Depending on the zebra setting in advanced menu page 4 (page 65), the zebra 1 for video levels between 70 to 90 IRE (or 70 to 90%) and the zebra 2 for video levels 100 IRE or more (or 100% or more) can be displayed independently or simultaneously.
  • Page 17 6 SHUTTER switch Use this switch to set the shutter speed, CLS (clear scan), or EVS setting (see page 84). Usually, set this switch to OFF. 7 TAKE button Press this button to specify an editing point (Mark IN/ OUT or cue point) at the current tape position during shooting.
  • Page 18 Location and Function of Parts 7 REMOTE connector 1 (mini-jack) Connect the RM-LG1 Remote Control Unit to enable remote operation of the ClipLink function. 8 MONITOR OUT connector (BNC) Outputs both the camera video and the character information as displayed on the viewfinder screen. You can connect an optional LCD color monitor to this connector.

  • Page 19: Vcl-918By Zoom Lens

    VCL-918BY Zoom Lens 1 Iris ring 2 Zoom ring 3 Focus ring Lens hood 0 RET button qa VTR button 4 M button 5 F.B adjustment ring and F.B fixing screw 6 MACRO ring 7 ZOOM selector 8 Zoom remote control connector 9 Lens connector qs Instant automatic iris adjustment...
  • Page 20 Location and Function of Parts 1 Iris ring For manual iris control, set the IRIS selector qd to the “M” position, and turn this ring. 2 Zoom ring For direct manual zoom control, set the ZOOM selector 7 to the “MANU.” position, and turn this ring.

  • Page 21: Dxf-801/801Ce Viewfinder

    DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder You can switch the scan size of the DXF-801/801CE in accordance with the aspect ratio selected on the camera or camcorder. 1 Eyepiece focusing knob 2 Stopper Microphone holding screw Microphone holder Microphone 3 LIGHT switch and light HIGH LOW LIGHT 1 Eyepiece focusing knob...
  • Page 22 Location and Function of Parts 6 REC/TALLY (recording/tally) indicators (red) • This flashes from the time when you press the VTR button (0 on page 17 and qa on page 20) on the lens or camcorder until recording starts, then stays on continuously during recording.

  • Page 23: Replacing The Lithium Battery

    Replacing the Lithium Battery The camera head uses a lithium battery (CR2032) to retain date and time data. When the lithium battery’s voltage falls, the clock indication dose not appear. Replace the lithium battery and set the clock (see page 86). Fitting and Connections Notes...

  • Page 24: Replacing The Lithium Battery

    Replacing the Lithium Battery Pull the upper part of the battery cover (on the rear of the camera head) forward and turn the cover clockwise. For detaching the VTR or camera adaptor, see “Fitting a VTR” next page. Take out the lithium battery. Reverse step 2 to insert a replacement lithium battery.

  • Page 25: Fitting A Vtr

    Fitting a VTR This section explains how to attach the DSR-1/1P to the camera head. The method for attaching a PVV-3/ 3P is similar. Set the PRO 76-pin DIGITAL connector on the DSR-1/1P. (The camera connector on the PVV-3/3P is PRO 50-pin.) For details, see the operating instructions for the DSR-1/1P.
  • Page 26 Fitting a VTR Slide the DSR-1/1P and the camera head together in the groove as far as possible. Tighten the two screws in the grip connector and the two screws in the shoulder pad section. Attach the shoulder pad. To remove the VTR Reverse the fitting procedure.

  • Page 27: Using The Camcorder Grip

    Using the Camcorder Grip When using the camera head with a VTR as a camcorder, you can replace the camera head’s grip with a camcorder grip (not supplied). The type of Attaching a camcorder grip to the DSR-1/1P If the viewfinder is attached, adjust the viewfinder to the full-forward position.
  • Page 28 Fitting a VTR Perform the first three steps in “Fitting a VTR”. Screw the connection plate (supplied with the grip for the DVCAM camcorder) which straddles the connection between the camera head and the DSR-1/1P. Also, tighten the two screws in the shoulder pad section.
  • Page 29 Remove the grip’s three screws, then pull up the grip to remove it. Remove the PVV-3/3P’s shoulder strap fitting. Screw the grip for the Betacam camcorder. Shoulder strap fitting Grip for the Betacam camcorder Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...

  • Page 30: Fitting The Lens

    Fitting the Lens In the case of the DXC-D35K/D35PK model, the lens is already fitted. In other cases, use the following procedure to fit the lens. Remove the retaining rubber which prevents the lens mount from coming loose, then raise the lens fixing lever, and remove the lens mount cap.
  • Page 31 Using the triangular mark as a guide, push the lens connector into the LENS connector on the camera head, until it clicks into place. Fasten the cable with the clamps. Fitting optional filters Loosen the lens hood fixing screw to remove the lens hood, then attach the filter.

  • Page 32: Using Accessories

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

  • Page 33: Using An Optional Microphone

    Left eye adaptor By fitting a left eye adaptor, you can use the camera with your left eye to the viewfinder. Using an Optional Microphone To use a long microphone such as the optional ECM- 670/672, fit an optional CAC-12 Microphone Holder to the camera, then mount the microphone in this holder.

  • Page 34: Fitting To A Tripod

    Using Accessories Fitting optional microphones (operable with a 48 V supply) other than the ECM-670 Use the same fitting procedure as for the ECM-670, but note the following differences with respect to the microphone adaptor. ECM-672: no microphone adaptor required. Slender microphones (19 mm ( use the microphone adaptor supplied with the CAC-12.

  • Page 35: Using The Carrying Case

    Camera Adaptor or DSR-1/1P, PVV-3/3P or EVV-9000/9000P • DXF-801/801CE Viewfinder • ECM-670/ECM-672/C-74 Microphone • Zoom lens (VCL-918BYetc.) (Largest lens which can be stowed is Canon J18 X 8.5BI-B.) • CAC-12 Microphone Holder • CAC-4 Chest Pad VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor Fasten straps. Cassettes, camera cables, etc.

  • Page 36: Connections

    Connections Connecting a Portable VTR Using the optional CA-537/537P or CA-327/327P Camera Adaptor and a camera cable, you can connect a portable VTR. Set the VTR selector switch on the camera adaptor according to the VTR connected. If using a VTR from another manufacturer, consult your Sony dealer.

  • Page 37: Connecting A Number Of Cameras (Using A Camera Control Unit)

    VTR selector settings on the CA-537/537P Connected VTR Video output selector signal switch setting Sony broadcast and Composite professional VTRs: (BVU-150/ BVU-150/150P, VO- 150P and VO- 6800/6800PS , BVW- 6800/6800PS) 50/50P and BVV-5/ or component (BVW-50/50P and BVV-5/ 5PS) Sony professional VTRs: VO-8800/ 8800P and EVV-9000/ 9000P...
  • Page 38 Connections VIDEO IN RETURN VIDEO IN GEN LOCK IN termination switch to OFF Switcher, special efects unit, etc. VIDEO IN GEN LOCK IN CCU-M5/M5P Camera Control Unit termination switch to ON Cables used 1 Power cord (supplied) 2 CCZ-A Camera Cable 3 BNC cable 4 DIN 4-way cable Chapter 2 Fitting and Connections...

  • Page 39: Connecting A Number Of Cameras (Without Using A Camera Control Unit)

    Connecting a Number of Cameras (Without Using a Camera Control Unit) When using two or more synchronized cameras without a camera control unit, connect an external sync signal to the GEN LOCK IN connector on the camera adaptor (CA-537/537P etc.), supplying a VBS or BS Example 1: Camera 2 synchronized to the signal from camera 1 Camera 1 DXC-D35/D35P/...

  • Page 40: Power Supply

    Power Supply This unit operates on either a battery pack or an AC supply (using the optional CMA-8A/8ACE AC Adaptor). For details of the power supplies which can be used, refer to the documentation supplied with the VTR connected to this unit or the camera adaptor.

  • Page 41: Camera Adaptor Power Supply

    Battery pack charging Before using a battery pack, charge it as shown in the following table. Battery pack Battery charger NP-1B BC-1WD/1WDCE, BC-410/410CE BP-90A BC-410/410CE BP-L40 BC-L50/L100/L100CE PB-L60A BC-L50/L100/L100CE For details of battery charger operation, refer to the instructions provided with the battery charger to be used. Notes •...

  • Page 43: Basic Procedure For Shooting

    Basic Procedure for Shooting RET button Focusing ring Attach the VTR or camera adaptor to the camera head, then turn each device’s power on. Shooting FILTER control VTR button Set the FILTER control appropriately for the lighting conditions. Chapter ZEBRA switch POWER switch (continued) Chapter 3 Shooting...
  • Page 44 Basic Procedure for Shooting Filter setting Lighting conditions 1 (3200K) Studio halogen lighting (incandescent), sunrise and sunset. 2 (5600K + Sunlight. This setting includes a filter (reducing the exposure by the equivalent of three stops). Use it to prevent hunting or to reduce the depth of field 3 (5600K) Cloudy or rainy outdoor shooting, and...

  • Page 45: Using The Dynalatitude Function

    Reviewing the recording It is possible to review the last few seconds of the recording on the tape (recording review). Press the VTR button to pause recording, then press the RET button on the lens. Depending on how long the button is pressed, the tape is automatically rewound over the last two to ten seconds from the paused position, and then this part is played back in the viewfinder.

  • Page 46: Shooting With The Dsr-1/1P

    Shooting with the DSR-1/1P The DXC-D35/D35P/D35WS/D35WSP docks with the DSR-1/1P to configure a DVCAM Camcorder. The following describes how to shoot using a DVCAM camcorder. Using the ClipLink Function The ClipLink function can be used at all stages from shooting to editing. This function makes editing operations more efficient by automatically recording index pictures (Mark IN point images) that provide a searchable index of recorded scenes, along with other...
  • Page 47 Setting Mark IN/OUT points as you shoot Instead of continuing shots from scene to scene, you can specify Mark IN and Mark OUT points as you shoot and set scene numbers (ranging from 001 to 198). Perform steps 1 and 2 from “Using the ClipLink Function”...

  • Page 48: Using The Edit Search Function While Back Space Editing

    Shooting with the DSR-1/1P Setting cue points as you shoot You can make edit search operations easier by specifying cue points to highlight scenes. Perform steps 1 and 2 in “Using the ClipLink Function” (page 46). Access basic menu page 6 and perform the following operations.

  • Page 49: Using The Freeze Mix Function

    Release the REV or FWD button when you find the tape location where you wish to continue shooting. The DSR-1/1P enters recording pause mode. Press the VTR button on the camera head or the lens. The DSR-1/1P starts recording. Using the Freeze Mix Function The freeze mix function superimposes a freeze-frame image of a previously recorded shot on the shooting image displayed on the viewfinder screen.

  • Page 51: Viewfinder Screen Indications

    Viewfinder Screen Indications There are four types of indication screen which appear in the viewfinder, as follows. • Normal indications These show the operating state of the camera and connected VTR. (See page 54.) • Status indications Pressing the MENU/STATUS switch up while the normal indications are present calls a display of current settings.
  • Page 52 Viewfinder Screen Indications Status indications Display by holding the MENU/STATUS switch up while the normal indications are present. W H IT E : A U TO / A A . IR I S: S T D F I LE : S T D D C C+ : O F F SS :O F F...
  • Page 53 Move the POWER switch to the ON position with the UP/ON button held down Advanced menu page 1 cP AGE 1( NE XTcVP RE V cv) ALL RESET (YE S cv) UP/ON button E XIT MEN U ( YEScv) Align the cursor to ALL RESET and press the Confirmation UP/ON button.

  • Page 54: Viewfinder Normal Indications

    Viewfinder Normal Indications During normal operation, the following items can be indicated in the viewfinder. a), b) 1 VTR operation status indication 2 TAKE/CUE indication 3 Recording time or time data a), b), c) indication 4 NG indication 5 Clip mode indication 6 Clip remaining indication 7 Status display area...
  • Page 55 5 Clip mode indication A “CLIP M” or “CLIP C” indication appears when you use the ClipLink function and record using the DSR-1/1P. CLIP M: Indicates shooting in Mark mode CLIP C: Indicates shooting in Cue mode 6 Clip remaining indication The number of available index pictures remaining is displayed when you use the ClipLink function with the DSR-1/1P.

  • Page 56: Viewfinder Normal Indications

    Viewfinder Normal Indications Only when connecting the DSR-1/1P Meaning Indication 50P CONNECT Connection with the PRO 50-pin connector on the DSR-1/1P. (Freeze mix function is disabled.) MP TAPE An incorrect type of cassette has been loaded. (The cassette is automatically ejected and the indication disappears in about two seconds.) CLIP DATA ERR...

  • Page 57: Status Indications

    wa Voltage/error indication The current voltage is displayed whenever the camera head’s power supply voltage dips below 11.0 V DC. However, you can also display the current voltage at any time by pressing and holding the MENU/STATUS switch in the upward position (the display is shown for as long as you hold the switch upward).

  • Page 58: Viewfinder Basic Menu

    Viewfinder Basic Menu To display the basic menu pages, press the MENU/ STATUS switch downward while the normal indications are being shown in the viewfinder. The basic menu configuration can include up to eight pages (the configuration depends on the switch settings and the type of connected VTR).
  • Page 59 Basic menu page 2 Item Settings SKIN DTL 0.0 (normal value) to 1.0 Sets the amount of Smaller values set a softer skin detail. skin detail correction. DL LEV LOW, STD (normal value), HIGH Sets the Set the amount of DynaLatitude DynaLatitude level.
  • Page 60 Viewfinder Basic Menu Item Settings MARKER ON (normal value), OFF Sets MARKER display ON/OFF. MARKER is displayed when this setting is ON and is not displayed when it is OFF. When the setting is ON, go to Advanced Menu 4 to select the type of marker (see page 65) .
  • Page 61 Press the MENU/STATUS switch to move the text entry arrow. Press the MENU/STATUS switch upward to move the cursor to the right or downward to move it to the left. The character cycles through the following sequence. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ?;x/0123456789: Press the UP/ON button or DOWN/OFF button to enter the desired characters.
  • Page 62 Viewfinder Basic Menu Press the UP/ON button to select the required character. Each time you press the UP/ON button, the character cycles through the following sequence. ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUVWXYZ?;x/0123456789: To reverse the character sequence With the UP/ON button held down, press the DOWN/OFF button.
  • Page 63 Example: If an abnormality is detected in the DSP circuit. DIAGNOSIS : ERROR MEMORY: OK DIAG ERROR The error message “DIAG ERROR” appears when the normal indications are displayed. If this message appears, contact your Sony dealer. Chapter 4 Viewfinder Screen Indications and Menus...

  • Page 64: Viewfinder Advanced Menu

    Viewfinder Advanced Menu Bring up the advanced menu pages by setting the POWER switch to ON while pressing the UP/ON button up (see page 52). There are up to 15 advanced menu pages (the number displayed depends on the switch settings and the type of connected VTR).
  • Page 65 Advanced menu page 3 a) For DXC-D35P/D35WSPL: EBU75 Item Settings AWB MEM 2 (normal value): No Selects whether or not to correspondence with FILTER make the FILTER knob knob settings. Only two settings (1 to 4) correspond adjustment values (A and B) to separate white balance are stored in memory.
  • Page 66 Viewfinder Advanced Menu Item Settings VF TALLY 1: Uses only the upper Selects whether or not to use REC/TALLY indicator. more than one REC/TALLY 2 (normal value): Uses two REC/TALLY indicators. indicators in the viewfinder (displayed only when the DXF-701/701CE/701WS/ 701WSCE/801/801CE viewfinder is attached).
  • Page 67 Item Settings TC IND ON (normal value): Selects whether or not to Displays. show the time data indication OFF: Not display. on the normal indications (valid only when the DSR-1/ 1P or PVV-3/3P is connected). ID IND ON (normal value): Selects whether or not to Displays.
  • Page 68 Viewfinder Advanced Menu EZ mode settings The following settings are set for the camera head when EZ mode has been selected. Item Setting Setup file Detail level ±0 Master black ±0 Black stretch ±0 Skin detail Shutter OFF (AE mode) OFF (AE mode) Freeze mix Gain AGC mode...
  • Page 69 Advanced menu pages 10 to 13 These pages are displayed only when the SET UP switch has been set to FILE. For details of this operation, see “Setup Files” (page 71). Advanced menu pages 14 and 15 These pages are displayed only when a DSR-1/1P has been connected and the SET UP switch is set to FILE.

  • Page 70: Video Output And Viewfinder Picture (For Dxc-D35Wsl/D35Wspl)

    Viewfinder Advanced Menu Video Output and Viewfinder Picture (For DXC-D35WSL/D35WSPL) The video output and viewfinder picture of this camera vary as shown below according to the settings of the 16:9/4:3 item and the VF SCAN item of the advanced menu page 9. Subject -inch optics 4:3 effective area...

  • Page 71: Setup Files

    Setup Files You can use setup files to reproduce a particular configuration of settings. You can also revise the contents of setup files. There are eight types of setup files, of which five are factory preset setup files and the other three are user files.
  • Page 72 Setup Files To call up files recorded onto a tape (when using the DSR-1/1P) First, connect the DSR-1/1P to the camera head and load the cassette that contains the recorded files. Set the SET UP switch to FILE. Access advanced menu page 10. Move the cursor to SELECT FILE and use the UP/ ON button or the DOWN/OFF button to select TAPE.

  • Page 73: Changing File Settings

    Changing File Settings When using advanced menu page 11 or 12, you can change the settings about picture quality in setup files. (In basic menu page 1, a part of items are changeable.) The changes are accepted only until another file is called up, after which the original settings are restored.
  • Page 74 Setup Files Access advanced menu page 13. a) An asterisk (*) appears in front of any factory preset file whose contents have been revised at least once. Move the cursor to DESTINATION FILE and repeatedly press the UP/ON button or the DOWN/ OFF button to select USER1, USER2, or USER3.
  • Page 75 Press the UP/ON button to store the file. To abort the save operation, press the DOWN/OFF button (the screen returns to the screen shown in step 2). The tape automatically rewinds and recording starts. The display changes as shown below. (“CAN NOT WRITE”...

  • Page 76: Using Setupnavi And Setuplog With The Dsr-1/1P

    Using SetupNavi and SetupLog with the DSR-1/1P The SetupNavi function records the setup menu and setup files onto a tape, so that the same settings can be called up and used again or copied to another camera. The SetupLog function records a camera settings every few seconds at shooting and displays the recorded data in the viewfinder during playback.

  • Page 77: Recording The Menu Settings Onto A Tape

    Recording the Menu Settings onto a Tape Connect the DSR-1/1P and load the tape onto which the settings are to be recorded. Turn the camera power on. Make your basic menu settings. For details of this operation, see “Basic Menu Operations”...

  • Page 78: Viewing Setuplog Data

    Using SetupNavi and SetupLog with the DSR-1/1P To abort the data recording while in progress Press the DOWN/OFF button. After the data has been recorded, the following display appears. Viewing SetupLog Data Connect the DSR-1/1P and load the tape that contains the recording to be viewed.

  • Page 79: Adjustments And Settings

    White Balance Adjustment Adjusting the white balance ensures that as lighting conditions change white objects remain white in the image and tones remain natural. The color of light emitted varies from one light source to another, and as the lighting changes the apparent color of an illuminated subject changes.
  • Page 80 White Balance Adjustment Arrange a white subject (paper, cloth, etc.) under the same lighting conditions as for shooting, and zoom in on it so that as far as possible the whole screen is white. The minimum white area requirements for the adjustment are shown in the following figure.

  • Page 81: Using The Preset White Balance Settings

    Message Meaning and corrections to be made WHITE:PRESET The W. BAL switch is in the PRESET position. Move the W. BAL switch to the A or B position. The camera is outputting a color bar BARS signal. Move the OUTPUT/DL/DCC+ switch to one of the CAM positions.
  • Page 82 White Balance Adjustment If the ATW function does not operate correctly A warning massage appears in the viewfinder as shown in the table below. Meaning and corrections to be made Message :C.TEMP.LOW If the FILTER control is in position 2, 3 or 4, change it to position 1, then retry the ATW operation.

  • Page 83: Black Balance Adjustment

    Black Balance Adjustment Correct adjustment of the black balance is important for optimum operation of a video camera. It is necessary when using the camera for the first time or after a significant period out of use, and also when there has been a sudden change in temperature.

  • Page 84: Shutter Settings

    Shutter Settings This section covers the settings for electronic shutter speed, CLS (clear scan ) and EVS function. The new value for the shutter speed or clear scan frequency and EVS setting remains set until changed, even when the camera is powered off. Shutter speeds There are five shutter speeds, from D35WSL) or...
  • Page 85 When using the clear scan function Watching the monitor screen, adjust the frequency to give minimum interference. If there is a black band in the monitor image, reduce the frequency, and if there is a white band, increase the frequency. To return from the basic menu to the normal indications Press the MENU/STATUS switch as many times as...

  • Page 86: Setting The Clock And Timestamping Recordings

    Setting the Clock and Timestamping Recordings Use advanced menu page 8 to set the camera head’s internal clock and record the date and time. Note If the following date/time setting procedure for the internal clock does not cause the date/time information to be displayed in advanced menu page 8, it may be due to a worn-out lithium battery in the camera head.
  • Page 87 Timestamping recordings You can timestamp recordings by superimposing the current date and time. Before shooting, set the CLOCK IND to CAM in advanced menu page 8. The date and time appear in the viewfinder, and are superimposed on the video signal output from the camera.

  • Page 88: Viewfinder Screen Adjustments

    Viewfinder Screen Adjustments The following adjustments are provided to improve the visibility of the viewfinder screen. Although these adjustment may make the viewfinder image clearer, they have no effect on the output video signal from the camera. Eyepiece focusing knob BRIGHT control CONTRAST control PEAKING control...

  • Page 89: Adjusting The Lens

    Adjusting the Lens Flange Focal Length Adjustment It is necessary to adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the lens flange to the plane of the image along the optical axis) in the following cases. 4,11 Set the iris selector to the M position. Turn the iris ring to f/1.8 (fully open).

  • Page 90: Iris Adjustments

    Adjusting the Lens Iris Adjustments Iris ring There are three ways of adjusting the iris: automatically, manually, and with the instant automatic iris adjustment function. Iris adjustment Adjustment method Automatic adjustment mode The iris is adjusted automatically to adapt to changes in the brightness of the subject.

  • Page 91: Adjusting The Iris Sensitivity

    Fujinon: A10X4.8 BEVM/BERD, A15X8 BERM/BERD, A16X9 BERM, A20X8 BEVM/BERD, A19X8.7 BERM, A19X8.7 Canon: J9aX5.2B IRS/IAS, J15aX8B IRS/ Canon: J21aX7.8B IRS/IAS, YJ18X9B Set up the data with Sony dealer. If you use the lens that is not mentioned above, set the lens number as follows: •...

  • Page 92: Settings For Special Cases

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

  • Page 93: Skin Detail Correction

    Skin Detail Correction The DXC-D35/D35P/D35WSL/D35WSPL provides an easy push-button function that designates an active skin tone area. SKIN DTL Set the SKIN DTL switch to ON. The indication “SKIN AREA: ±0” appears in the viewfinder. Press the SKIN DTL SET button. This causes the area detect cursor to be shown in the viewfinder (for 10 seconds).

  • Page 95: Appendix

    Important Notes on Operation Fitting the zoom lens It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise damage may result. Be sure to refer to the section “Fitting the Lens” (See page 30). Do not cover the unit while operating Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up.

  • Page 96: Characteristics Of Ccd Sensors

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

  • Page 97: Warning Indications

    Warning Indications If a fault occurs during operation, a warning is given by the REC/TALLY and BATT indicators in the viewfinder and the tally lamp lighting or flashing, and also by warning indications on the viewfinder screen. When you are using a DSR-1/1P or PVV-3/3P, the Camera REC/ BATT...

  • Page 98: Specifications

    Specifications DXC-D35/D35P/D35WS/D35WSP Camera Head Imaging element Three-chip interline transfer CCD Pixel resolution DXC-D35: 768 (horizontal) 494 (vertical) DXC-D35P: 752 (horizontal) 582 (vertical) DXC-D35WS: 980 (horizontal) 494 (vertical) DXC-D35WSP: 980 (horizontal) 582 (vertical) mm Imaging area DXC-D35/D35P: 8.8 6.6 mm ( inch, 4:3 optical system) DXC-D35WS/D35WSP: 9.6 5.4 mm (...

  • Page 99: Related Products

    External dimensions in millimeters (inches) 242(9 475(18 VCL-918BY Zoom Lens Focal length 9.0 to 162 mm Zoom Manual or power, selectable; zoom ratio: 18 Maximum aperture 1:1.8 Iris Manual or automatic, selectable; f/ 1.4 to f/16 and C (closed) Subject area (at 0.9 m (3 feet)) Wide angle: 789 592 mm Telephoto: 45 34 mm inches)
  • Page 100 Specifications VTR products DSR-1/1P Digital Videocassette Recorder EVV-9000/9000P Videocassette Recorder PVV-1/1P/1A/1AP/3/3P Portable Videocassette Recorder VO-8800/8800P Portable Videocassette Recorder BVU-150/150P Portable Videocassette Recorder BVV-5/5PS Videocassette Recorder BVW-50/50P Portable Videocassette Recorder VA-5/5P/90/90P VTR Adaptor Battery products NP-1B/1A Battery Pack BP-90A/L40/L60A Battery Pack BC-1WD/1WDCE/1WB/1WBCE/410/410CE/L50/ L100/L100CE Battery Charger DC-L1/DC-L90/DC-500 Battery Case...

  • Page 101: Chart Of Optional Components And Accessories

    Chart of Optional Components and Accessories EC-0.5C2 Microphone Cable ECM-670/672 and C-74 Microphone CAC-12 Microphone Holder DXF-51/41 5-inch/4-inch Viewfinder NP-1B Battery Pack BP-L40/L60A Battery Pack DXC-D35/D35P/ D35WS/D35WSP CAC-4 Chest Pad BC-1WD/1WDCE Battery Charger CCA-7 cable RM-M7G Remote Control Unit RM-LG1 Remote Control Unit VCT-U14 Tripod Adaptor...

  • Page 102: What Is Cliplink

    What Is ClipLink? The ClipLink function greatly improves the efficiency of the video production process as a whole by recording various editing-related data on tape when shooting. As such, ClipLink is a revolutionary function that transcends the conventional separation of shooting and editing.

  • Page 103: Cliplink Operation Flow

    ClipLink Operation Flow The following is a detailed description of how to use the ClipLink function during the video production process. Example System Configuration The following illustration shows the optimum system configuration for using the ClipLink function. ClipLink operation is possible even with a system containing existing analog equipment.

  • Page 104: Data Generated When Shooting

    ClipLink Operation Flow Data Generated When Shooting The following describes the kinds of data that is generated when using the ClipLink function. Index Pictures When shooting, a single-frame image from the Mark IN point at the start of each scene is recorded as a still picture into the DSR-1/1P’s internal memory.
  • Page 105 How to record ClipLink log data The following describes how to record the various ClipLink log data items. OK/NG status To designate a scene as “NG”, press the NG button on the camcorder while shooting the scene or at any time before you begin shooting the next scene.
  • Page 106 ClipLink Operation Flow Time codes recorded for Mark IN/OUT points There is a gap between actual time codes and Mark IN/ OUT time codes recorded in the cassette memory, as shown in the figure below. The frame digit is incremented at each Mark IN point and is decremented at each Mark OUT point.
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