Sony VENICE 2 Operating Instructions Manual

Sony VENICE 2 Operating Instructions Manual

Digital motion picture camera

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5-037-217-11 (1)
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Digital Motion Picture Camera
VENICE 2
Operating Instructions
MPC-3628/MPC-3626
Firmware Version 1.0
© 2022 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 5-037-217-11 (1) Digital Motion Picture Camera VENICE 2 Operating Instructions MPC-3628/MPC-3626 Firmware Version 1.0 © 2022 Sony Corporation...
  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Clip Operations on the Sub Display ....93 Licenses............149 1. Overview Playback ............95 Specifications ..........150 Features ............3 Operations on the Home Screen of the Mini System Configuration........8 Display .............96 Location and Function of Parts ......9 Clip Operations on the Mini Display....99 2.
  • Page 3: Overview

    The MPC-3628 is equipped with a newly Imager block extension of latitude. It features very low noise for sensor, achieved using Sony’s miniaturization developed 36 mm × 24 mm full frame, 8.6K delivering phenomenal images in conditions technology, which allows easier shooting in...
  • Page 4 1. Overview: Features making it convenient for the operator to check Effective Picture Size the status of the unit. Paint control from RM/RCP and this unit The unit supports shooting in the following effective picture sizes. The unit supports control from an RM/ MPC-3628 RCP remote control panel that can be used with broadcast camcorders and system...
  • Page 5 1. Overview: Features MPC-3626 Software Licenses [Note] You can select software licenses (optional) according to the intended usage of the unit. A software license is required to shoot in 6K 3:2, 6K 1.85:1, 6K 17:9, 6K 2.39:1, 5.7K 16:9, 4K 6:5, 4K 4:3, and 4K 4:3 Surround View.
  • Page 6 1. Overview: Features MPC-3626 Supported Shooting Frame Rates and De-Squeeze Values W × H (mm) Project frame rate Software license Imager Effective The following table shows the supported shooting frame rates and De-Squeeze values mode number of (page 72) in each imager mode. pixels (Image pixels) [Note]...
  • Page 7 1. Overview: Features MPC-3626 Surround View (MPC-3626) Imager mode Shooting frame rate De-Squeeze Surround View is a mode available in the following imager modes that displays an image range Off(1.0×) 1.25× 1.3× 1.5× 1.65× 1.8× 2.0× that includes a 5% outer region beyond the effective picture size (top/bottom/left/right) in the 6K 3:2 1 to 60 viewfinder and SDI monitor output, allowing you to view a larger image range when shooting.
  • Page 8: System Configuration

    1. Overview System Configuration Microphone Holder base assembly (A-2182-620-B) Rod clamp (A-2182-621-B) Rod (4-684-612-01) Microphone Holder assembly (X-2596-733-2) Screws P2.6×8 (2) (7-627-556-98) DVF-EL200 CBK-3610XS* ECM-680S, ECM-678, ECM-674 Viewfinder Camera Extension System Microphone (VF cable A-2203-745-A (supplied (EC-0.5X3F5M is required) with unit) or 1-912-598-21 is required) CBK-WA02 AXS-A512S24, AXS-AR3...
  • Page 9: Location And Function Of Parts

    1. Overview Location and Function of Parts Mini display LOCK switch Operator Side Displays various setup items, such as Locks the operation of the buttons on the shutter angle, that you can check or modify Operator side. When locked, the switch (page 96).
  • Page 10 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts AXS memory card slot block (page 26) HOME button Assistant Side Press to clear the display and return to the The AXS memory card slots are located behind Home screen on the sub display (page 38). If pressed when the unit is in playback state, the cover.
  • Page 11 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts AUDIO IN connector (XLR 5-pin) USER button Front Input external microphone or audio Press to display the user function list on the equipment signals. sub display, and to operate the ITEM keys 1 to When the audio source is set to LINE or MIC 5 user function buttons.
  • Page 12 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts TC IN (timecode input) connector (BNC Rear type) To lock the timecode of the unit to an external source, input a reference timecode signal. AUX connector (BNC type) Outputs the timecode signal (page 120). Network connector (RJ-45) Connect to a wired LAN network using a LAN cable (not supplied) for remote control of the...
  • Page 13 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts Bottom Air vent External device connector Used for camera wireless remote control Tripod plate attachment holes (page 100) by connecting a CBK-WA02 Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (2) Wireless LAN Adaptor (option). Type of screw: 3/8-16UNC (4) Length of engagement: 9 mm ( inch) or less Manufacturer calibration terminal...
  • Page 14 Displays the LUT setting of the HDMI output Battery capacity/voltage indicator (page 70). Displays the following indicators according to the type of battery power source. Battery type Display Sony Info battery Battery remaining capacity and remaining recording time Anton/Bauer Remaining battery capacity battery...
  • Page 15 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts SDI output REC trigger indicator Recording status indicator Focus position indicator Displays the SDI output REC trigger status. Displays the following recording operation Displays the focus position (only when a lens states of the unit. that is compatible with the focus setting State Display...
  • Page 16 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts Menu display and settings on the Information displayed on the playback screen Warning icon Displayed when other than a high temperature viewfinder screen The following information is displayed on the playback picture. warning message is issued. The description is displayed in the Info When a DVF-EL200 is attached to the unit, category in the menu.
  • Page 17: Preparation

    If the remaining battery charge becomes Using a Battery Pack and DC IN AC adaptor. Power Supply Together For safety, use only the Sony battery packs listed below. If the remaining battery charge decreases to a certain level during operation, the remaining...
  • Page 18: Setting The Clock

    2. Preparation Setting the Clock When you use the unit for the first time, the initial setup screen appears on the sub display when the power is turned on. Set the date and time of the built-in clock using this display. Time Zone The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).
  • Page 19: Interchanging The Imager Block

    2. Preparation Interchanging the Imager Block You can interchange the imager block. Rebooting After Interchanging the Attach the cover for the 6K imager block Attach the 6K imager block. This section describes the procedure for with the side with engraved text facing Imager Block interchanging the 8K imager block with the 6K forward, and tighten with two screws...
  • Page 20: Attaching The Vf Attachment And Handle

    2. Preparation Attaching the VF Attachment and Handle Attaching the VF Attachment Attaching the Handle Slide the VF attachment on in the Slide the handle on in the direction of the direction of the arrow to attach it. arrow to attach it. Position the VF attachment in the desired Position the handle in the desired front/ front/rear position, then turn the lock...
  • Page 21: Length

    For details about available lenses for the unit, contact a • For correct I/F communication with the lens, set Turn the PL-mount lever counterclockwise to the Sony service representative. the Technical > Lens Configuration (page 87) stopper position. settings in the full menu to match the lens in [CAUTION] use.
  • Page 22 2. Preparation: Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange Focal Length When using 1/3 arc shims To attach the PL lens adaptor Removing the PL Lens Adaptor Reattach the PL connectors (two Attach shims so that they have the same locations) to their original positions, and thickness in all three locations.
  • Page 23 2. Preparation: Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange Focal Length To remove the lens Attaching an E-Mount Lens Push the lock switch up, and turn the mount lever clockwise to release the lock. Remove the PL lens adaptor (page 22). Pull the lens forward.
  • Page 24: Attaching A Viewfinder

    2. Preparation Attaching a Viewfinder Available viewfinders for the unit Attaching a Viewfinder Adjusting the Viewfinder Position Clamper DVF-EL200: OLED color viewfinder Viewfinders are available separately. Align the viewfinder shoe with the groove To adjust the front/rear position This section describes attachment of the of the viewfinder mount on the VF DVF-EL200 as an example.
  • Page 25 2. Preparation: Attaching a Viewfinder To adjust the left/right position and Turn the viewfinder up/down to adjust height (angle) the angle. Rotation lock lever Loosen the rod lock lever at the front of the VF attachment. Slide the VF attachment rod left/right and turn the rod up/down to adjust the viewfinder position.
  • Page 26: Handling Axs Memory Cards

    Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned Use the following Sony AXS memory cards appears. In this case, format the memory card The ACCESS lamp (page 9) lights in off or a memory card is removed while it is being with this unit.
  • Page 27 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Checking the Remaining Restoring an AXS Memory Card Recording Time If for any reason an error should occur in a memory card, the card must be restored While shooting (recording or standby), you before use. can check the remaining capacity on the AXS If an AXS memory card that needs to be memory cards loaded in each slot using the...
  • Page 28 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Recording to an AXS Memory Card You can select the format for recording to an AXS memory card using Project category > Recording Format (page 54) in the menu. During AXS standalone recording, recording automatically switches to the second AXS memory card when the first card becomes full. If using an S24, S48, or S66 AXS memory card, the following restrictions apply depending on the Recording Format and Imager Mode settings.
  • Page 29 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Recording Imager Mode Shooting frame rate and S24/S48/S66 AXS memory card support Format 4K ProRes 8.2K 17:9 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ – – – – – – – – – 422 HQ 5.8K 6:5 S24/S48/ S24/S48/...
  • Page 30 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards MPC-3626 Recording Imager Mode Shooting frame rate and S24/S48/S66 AXS memory card support Format X-OCN XT 6K 3:2 S48/S66 S48/S66 S48/S66 – – – – – – – – – 6K 1.85:1 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S48/S66 S48/S66 S48/S66...
  • Page 31 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Recording Imager Mode Shooting frame rate and S24/S48/S66 AXS memory card support Format X-OCN ST 6K 3:2 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S48/S66 S48/S66 S48/S66 – – – – – – – – – 6K 1.85:1 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/...
  • Page 32 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Recording Imager Mode Shooting frame rate and S24/S48/S66 AXS memory card support Format X-OCN LT 6K 3:2 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S48/S66 – – – – – – – – – 6K 1.85:1 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/...
  • Page 33 2. Preparation: Handling AXS Memory Cards Recording Imager Mode Shooting frame rate and S24/S48/S66 AXS memory card support Format 4K ProRes 6K 17:9 S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S24/S48/ S48/S66 – – – – – – – 422 HQ 6K 2.39:1 S24/S48/ S24/S48/...
  • Page 34: Data

    2. Preparation Handling SD Cards for Saving Configuration Data You can store the configuration file of the [Note] Removing an SD Card All data is erased when an SD card is formatted, and the camera on an SD card (optional). The stored data cannot be restored.
  • Page 35: Camera Operations

    3. Camera Operations Sub Display The sub display displays the Home screen, clip list screen, playback screen, menu screen, full menu screen, and user functions screen. You can switch between the screens on the sub display using the buttons on the Assistant side of the unit. User functions screen HOME button USER button...
  • Page 36 3. Camera Operations: Sub Display Item name/Setting value/Function display area Home Screen ITEM key 1 ITEM key 2 ITEM key 3 Press the HOME button on the Assistant side to display the Home screen. You can check the status of the unit and set basic settings for the unit on the Home screen. Item name/ Status Setting value/...
  • Page 37 3. Camera Operations: Sub Display Status display area Thermometer icon Displayed when a high temperature warning message is issued. 2 3 4 The description is displayed in the Info category in the menu. Warning icon Displayed when other than a high temperature warning message is issued.
  • Page 38: Operations On The Home Screen Of The Sub

    3. Camera Operations Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Changing the brightness of the sub When setting White Balance Basic Operation Step Edit Operation display On the White Balance settings edit screen, you can press the Coarse/Fine button (ITEM key You can change the settings available for You can change the brightness of the sub Press the HOME button.
  • Page 39 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display EI Operation/Gain Operation AWB Operation LUT Operation Press the MENU dial or Set button (ITEM key 3) to apply the setting. You can change the EI value. The gain value Press ITEM key 6 on the Home screen to Setting a LUT is displayed instead of the EI value when...
  • Page 40 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display LUT selection screen display items Output Format Display indication SDI1/2 SDI3/4 Monitor HDMI ITEM key 1 ITEM key 2 ITEM key 3 ITEM key 5 ITEM key 6 The items displayed will vary depending on the Output Format setting.
  • Page 41 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display MPC-3626: Press the MENU dial or the Select button PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\MPC3626 (ITEM key 3). Insert the SD card into the SD card slot The file name of the User 3D LUT file (page 13).
  • Page 42 MENU dial or the Select button Save the ASC CDL file in the following directory on the (ITEM key 3). SD card (page 110). PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CDL\ Insert the SD card into the SD card slot (page 13). Use the...
  • Page 43 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Specifying the ASC CDL file processing Changing the ASC CDL File Press the MENU dial or Set button (ITEM order key 3) to apply the setting. You can change the currently selected ASC You can specify the ASC CDL processing order CDL file.
  • Page 44 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Changing Saturation About the ASC CDL file setting ranges Home Screen Items on the Sub Display The ASC CDL file setting ranges are shown Press the Edit button (ITEM key 4) on the below.
  • Page 45 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Item Description Item Description When “Variable” is selected, the settings change as follows depending on ProRes recording the Project category > Imager Mode (page 72) and Recording Format MPC-3628 (page 72) settings in the menu.
  • Page 46 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Item Description Item Description Exposure Index Sets the EI value. You can change the Base ISO setting by pressing the ND Filter Sets the ND filter position. The following settings are available. Change Base button (ITEM key 4) and then simultaneously pressing the two Clear/0.3/0.6/0.9/1.2/1.5/1.8/2.1/2.4 Change buttons (ITEM key 1 and ITEM key 3) on the subsequent screen.
  • Page 47 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Sub Display Item Description Viewfinder When RM/RCP Paint Control is set to Off: Selects the LUT to apply to the viewfinder/monitor screen output image. The settings change as follows depending on the Project category > Input Color Space setting in the menu.
  • Page 48: User Functions Screen

    3. Camera Operations User Functions Screen You can press the USER button (page 11) The following table lists the functions that are assigned when the unit is shipped from the Changing Button Functions to display the user functions screen on the factory.
  • Page 49 3. Camera Operations: User Functions Screen Assignable Button Function State after rebooting Assignable Button Function State after rebooting setting setting SDI 1/2 Frame Line Turns superimposition of frame lines on the Setting retained Line A: User Frame Turns the User Frame Line 1 and User Frame Setting retained SDI 1/2 output image on/off.
  • Page 50 3. Camera Operations: User Functions Screen Assignable Button Function State after rebooting Functions that can be Assigned to Assignable Buttons 1 to 4 setting Iris Close (1/16 stop) Closes the lens iris. – Press and hold to close the iris until fully Assignable Button Function State after rebooting...
  • Page 51: On/Off - -99

    3. Camera Operations: User Functions Screen Assignable Button Function State after rebooting Assignable Button Function State after rebooting setting setting Monitor High/Low Selects the Monitor output mode. Setting not retained Line A: User Frame Turns the User Frame Line 1 and User Frame Setting retained Switches between High Key (screen for Disp.
  • Page 52 3. Camera Operations: User Functions Screen Assignable Button Function State after rebooting Functions that can be Assigned to Viewfinder (DVF-EL200) Assignable setting Buttons A to C Iris Open (1/16 stop) Opens the lens iris. – Press and hold to open the iris until fully open.
  • Page 53 3. Camera Operations: User Functions Screen Assignable Button Function State after rebooting Assignable Button Function State after rebooting setting setting Line B: User Frame Turns the User Frame Line 1 and User Frame Setting retained Iris Close (1/16 stop) Closes the lens iris. –...
  • Page 54: Menu Operations

    3. Camera Operations Menu Operations By pressing the MENU button while shooting Basic Operation Menu Item List (during recording or recording standby) or during playback, you can display and operate the menu screen on the sub display. The items available in each category are given below. Press the MENU button.
  • Page 55 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Item Setting Description Item Setting Description Anamo. De-Squeeze Off(1.0×)/1.25×/1.3×/1.5×/ Sets the de-squeeze processing for ProRes Zoom to Fit Off/17:9/16:9 You can set whether to cut out and magnify 1.65×/1.8×/2.0× recording signals and video output signals. the display of the recording image for the This setting is available when an viewfinder screen or Monitor output.
  • Page 56 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations TC/Media category Item Setting Description Format Media AXS Slot A Formats the AXS memory card in slot Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. (executed when switching to AXS Slot B Formats the AXS memory card in slot Item Setting Description...
  • Page 57 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Item Setting Description Item Setting Description SDI 3/4 Output The available settings vary Selects the SDI 3/4 output format. XLR Audio L Level Auto/Manual/Fixed Automatically adjusts the audio recording Format depending on the SDI 1/2 –99 to ±0 to +99...
  • Page 58 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Checking the Status using the Info Category Page Description Lens Displays the following information for the lens attached to the unit. You can check the status of media and the battery, and check the contents of warnings and •...
  • Page 59 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Recording Format Settings The following recording formats can be selected for different combinations of effective picture size and project frame rate settings. MPC-3628 Effective picture size (Imager Mode) Recording format Project Frame Rate 23.98 24.00 25.00 29.97 47.95...
  • Page 60 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Effective picture size (Imager Mode) Recording format Project Frame Rate 23.98 24.00 25.00 29.97 47.95 50.00 59.94 5.8K 17:9 X-OCN XT X-OCN ST X-OCN LT 4K ProRes 4444 – QFHD ProRes 4444 – – – –...
  • Page 61 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Effective picture size (Imager Mode) Recording format Project Frame Rate 23.98 24.00 25.00 29.97 47.95 50.00 59.94 6K 17:9 X-OCN XT X-OCN ST X-OCN LT 4K ProRes 4444 – QFHD ProRes 4444 – – – –...
  • Page 62 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Effective picture size (Imager Mode) Recording format Project Frame Rate 23.98 24.00 25.00 29.97 47.95 50.00 59.94 4K 4:3 Surround X-OCN XT – – – X-OCN ST – – – X-OCN LT – – – 4K ProRes 4444 –...
  • Page 63 3. Camera Operations: Menu Operations Effective picture size (Imager Mode) Recording format Project Frame Rate 23.98 24.00 25.00 29.97 47.95 50.00 59.94 3.8K 16:9 Surround X-OCN XT – – – X-OCN ST – – – X-OCN LT – – – 4K ProRes 4444 –...
  • Page 64: Full Menu Operations

    3. Camera Operations Full Menu Operations The full menu for configuring the required RM/RCP Paint Control (page 91) is set to On Setting Menu Items settings for shooting and playback is in the full menu. displayed on the sub display be pressing and Technical menu holding the MENU button for 2 seconds or Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor to the...
  • Page 65: Shooting Menu

    3. Camera Operations Shooting Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Shooting > Shutter Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Makes settings related to the electronic shutter. Shooting > FPS [Note] Sets the shooting frame rate.
  • Page 66 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > ND Shooting > Gain Sets the ND filter position. Makes settings related to the gain. Menu item Setting Description [Note] Gain setting cannot be changed when an RM-B170 or other remote control unit is connected or Technical > Special ND Position Clear/0.3/0.6/0.9/1.2/1.5/1.8/ Selects the density of the ND filter.
  • Page 67 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > Look Shooting > Look Makes settings related to Preset Look. Makes settings related to Preset Look. [Note] [Note] Look is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical > Special Configuration > RM/RCP Paint Look is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical >...
  • Page 68 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > Look Shooting > Look File Makes settings related to Preset Look. Loads a User 3D LUT file into the unit. [Note] [Note] Look is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical > Special Configuration > RM/RCP Paint Look File is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical >...
  • Page 69 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > LUT Select Shooting > LUT Select Makes settings related to the LUT to apply to the output image. Makes settings related to the LUT to apply to the output image. [Note] [Note] The value of each menu item (excluding SDR Gain) varies depending on the Technical > Special Configuration > RM/ The value of each menu item (excluding SDR Gain) varies depending on the Technical >...
  • Page 70 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > LUT Select Shooting > LUT Select Makes settings related to the LUT to apply to the output image. Makes settings related to the LUT to apply to the output image. [Note] [Note] The value of each menu item (excluding SDR Gain) varies depending on the Technical > Special Configuration > RM/ The value of each menu item (excluding SDR Gain) varies depending on the Technical >...
  • Page 71 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting > LUT Select Makes settings related to the LUT to apply to the output image. [Note] The value of each menu item (excluding SDR Gain) varies depending on the Technical > Special Configuration > RM/ RCP Paint Control (page 91) setting in the full menu.
  • Page 72: Project Menu

    3. Camera Operations Project Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Project > Basic Setting Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Makes settings related to picture size and project frame rate. Project >...
  • Page 73 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project > Basic Setting Project > Special Recording Makes settings related to picture size and project frame rate. Makes settings related to picture cache recording. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description Zoom to Fit Off/17:9/16:9 You can set whether to cut out and magnify Max Cache Rec...
  • Page 74 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project > Special Recording Project > Special Recording Makes settings related to picture cache recording. Makes settings related to picture cache recording. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description ProRes recording MPC-3626 Imager Mode Recording Project Frame Rate Recording Format...
  • Page 75 SD card to internal memory. Save user gamma files created using RAW Viewer for use by the unit in the following directory on the SD card. MPC-3628: PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\MPC3628 MPC-3626: PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\MPC3626 Reset 1/2/3/4/5/All Reset the user gamma files in internal memory to initial settings.
  • Page 76: Tc/Media Menu

    3. Camera Operations TC/Media Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. TC/Media > Format Media Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Formats the media and updates the management file on the media. TC/Media >...
  • Page 77: Monitoring Menu

    3. Camera Operations Monitoring Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Monitoring > Output Display Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Makes settings related to monitor display. Monitoring > Output Format Menu item Setting Description...
  • Page 78 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > VF Display Monitoring > VF Display Makes settings related to the viewfinder display. Makes settings related to the viewfinder display. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description Selects the LUT to apply to the viewfinder/ VF LUT When Technical >...
  • Page 79 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > VF Function Monitoring > Overlays/Frame Line Makes settings related to viewfinder functions. Makes settings related to information and frame lines superimposed on each output signal. On/Off setting is selected using a checkbox (excluding Frame Line on Playback). Menu item Setting Description...
  • Page 80 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > Overlays/Frame Line Monitoring > Overlays/Frame Line Makes settings related to information and frame lines superimposed on each output signal. Makes settings related to information and frame lines superimposed on each output signal. On/Off setting is selected using a checkbox (excluding Frame Line on Playback). On/Off setting is selected using a checkbox (excluding Frame Line on Playback).
  • Page 81 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > Overlays/Frame Line Monitoring > Frame Line Setup Makes settings related to information and frame lines superimposed on each output signal. Makes settings related to lines and markers displayed on the output image. On/Off setting is selected using a checkbox (excluding Frame Line on Playback). Menu item Setting Description...
  • Page 82 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > User Frame Line 1 Monitoring > User Frame Line 1 Makes settings related to user frame line 1. Makes settings related to user frame line 1. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description Preset Aspect Ratio 17:9/16:9/15:9/14:9/13:9/...
  • Page 83 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring > User Frame Line 2 Monitoring > User Frame Line 2 Makes settings related to user frame line 2. Makes settings related to user frame line 2. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description Scaling 1% to 100%/---...
  • Page 84: Audio Menu

    3. Camera Operations Audio Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Audio > Audio Configuration Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Makes settings related to audio input/output. Audio > Audio Input Menu item Setting Description...
  • Page 85: Paint Menu

    3. Camera Operations Paint Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Paint > Gamma Makes settings related to gamma correction. [Note] Technical > Special Configuration > RM/RCP Paint Control (page 91) must be set to On in the full menu to enable Menu item Setting Description...
  • Page 86: On/Off On/Off -99

    3. Camera Operations: Paint Menu Paint > White Clip Paint > Matrix Makes settings related to white clip adjustment. Makes settings related to matrix correction. Menu item Setting Description [Note] White Clip is grayed out and cannot be operated when Project > Basic Setting > Input Color Space (page 72) is set Setting On/Off Turns the matrix correction function on/off.
  • Page 87: Technical Menu

    3. Camera Operations Technical Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Technical > Lens Configuration Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Makes settings related to lenses. Technical > System Configuration Menu item Setting Description Makes settings related to control of the unit.
  • Page 88 3. Camera Operations: Technical Menu Technical > Network Technical > Network Makes settings related to the network. Makes settings related to the network. Menu item Setting Description Menu item Setting Description DHCP (On/Off) Sets DHCP. Password When Network Mode is set to Access Point When set to On, an IP address is automatically Displays the password for wireless assigned to the unit.
  • Page 89 Sets the threshold value for displaying the Lock Operator Side without Rec Button Sets whether to lock the REC button or “Battery End” warning when using a Sony Info without Assign3 Button / Assign3 button operation when buttons are battery.
  • Page 90: On/Off

    3. Camera Operations: Technical Menu Technical > False Color Technical > False Color Makes settings related to false colors. Makes settings related to false colors. [Note] [Note] False Color is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical > Special Configuration > RM/RCP Paint False Color is grayed out and the setting cannot be changed when Technical >...
  • Page 91 3. Camera Operations: Technical Menu Technical > Test Signals Makes settings related to color bars. Menu item Setting Description Test Saw Type Saw/Step Saw Selects the type of test signal. Saw: Output a saw wave as the test signal. Step Saw: Output a step wave as the test signal.
  • Page 92: Maintenance Menu

    3. Camera Operations Maintenance Menu The functions and available settings of each menu item are given below. Maintenance > License Options Default values are shown underlined and in bold text. Installs software options. Maintenance > Language Menu item Setting Description Selects the display language for menus and messages.
  • Page 93: Clip Operations On The Sub Display

    3. Camera Operations Clip Operations on the Sub Display Clip operations are performed using the clip list screen and the playback screen. You can play a Project frame rate/special recording clip by selecting the clip to play from the clip list screen displayed on the sub display. mode indicator Displays the project frame rate and special recording mode of the clip indicated by the...
  • Page 94 3. Camera Operations: Clip Operations on the Sub Display Status display area Playback Screen The playback screen is displayed when you select a clip to play on the clip list screen and press the MENU dial or Play button (ITEM key 3). Function display area Time data display Imager mode indicator...
  • Page 95: Playback

    3. Camera Operations Playback You can play recorded clips while the unit is in Playback operations standby mode. Playback operation is performed using the [Notes] buttons on the sub display (page 94). • When playing a clip recorded in ProRes, the LUT Play/Pause button: Pause playback.
  • Page 96: Operations On The Home Screen Of The Mini

    3. Camera Operations Operations on the Home Screen of the Mini Display You can check the status of the unit and set Display and operation when RM/RCP Controls Basic Operation basic settings for the unit on the Home screen Paint Control is enabled of the mini display.
  • Page 97 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Mini Display Home Screen Items on the Mini Display Item Description MPC-3626 Imager Mode Setting The names of items and corresponding setting values are given below. 6K 3:2 1 to 60 FPS Default values are shown underlined and in bold text.
  • Page 98 3. Camera Operations: Operations on the Home Screen of the Mini Display Item Description Item Description MPC-3626 Shutter Sets the electronic shutter angle/shutter speed. Select from preset values registered as shutter steps. Imager Mode Shooting frame rate [Note] ProRes 4K / QFHD Not available when the electronic shutter operation is set to Continuous.
  • Page 99: Clip Operations On The Mini Display

    3. Camera Operations Clip Operations on the Mini Display You can play a clip by selecting the clip to play F Rev/Prev button Playback operations from the clip screen displayed on the mini Jumps to the previous clip when the button display.
  • Page 100: Network

    4. Network Network Setup and Operations Connecting the unit to a network allows you Device Browser Configure the unit. Attach the USB extension adaptor to the to control various settings of the unit from a Computer Microsoft Windows Chrome To obtain the IP address of the unit point shown in the following diagram, and computer, smartphone, tablet, or other device 10/11...
  • Page 101 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations Open the cover of the external device Press the WPS push button in the device Smartphone/ Computer Smartphone/ Computer connector block, and insert the USB Network Settings or Wi-Fi Settings Tablet Tablet connector of the USB extension adaptor preferences.
  • Page 102 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations [Note] [Note] Set Technical > Network > Wireless > Set the following items in Technical > Always use Set to confirm the settings. If the settings are The page may not be displayed correctly on a Network Mode (page 88) in the full Network >...
  • Page 103 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations Camera screen Info screen Playback screen Recording Press the Rec button on the Camera Control screen to start recording and to display the REC lamp in red. Click again to stop recording. The Rec button is enabled when the REC ACTIVE lamp below and to the right of the Rec button is green.
  • Page 104 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations The operation is the same as on the Home down. Select an option to change the function Move the cursor to Load User 3D LUT File screen of the sub display. assigned to the assignable button. and click/tap the Select button.
  • Page 105 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations Use the button, button, or direct Move the cursor to Load ART File and Use the button, button, or direct Move the cursor to Load ASC CDL File and touch to move the cursor to a load click/tap the Select button.
  • Page 106 4. Network: Network Setup and Operations Changing Saturation in an ASC Click/tap the + button or – button to change the setting. CDL file You can change the Saturation setting in an ASC CDL file using the LUT selection screen of the Camera screen.
  • Page 107: Shooting

    5. Shooting Basic Operation Basic recording can be performed with the Clip names following procedures. Clip names are recorded using the “Cam ID Make sure that the necessary devices are + Reel#” format. The clip name is created attached to the unit and power is supplied according to the following rules.
  • Page 108: Useful Functions

    5. Shooting Useful Functions Assignable button operations User Frame Line Display Picture Cache Recording Recording Review (Rec Review) You can show/hide User Frame Line 1 and User Frame Line 2 configured for Line A by You can select whether to display arbitrarily The unit always maintains a cache of video You can review the last recorded clip on assigning Line A: User Frame Disp.
  • Page 109 5. Shooting: Useful Functions Viewfinder screen: Monitoring > VF Display > High-Definition Focus Magnifier Highlight Clip Indicator False Color Display VF Magnifier Ratio (page 78) in the full Function menu Monitor output: Monitoring > Output Display > You can display clipped highlight areas in red You can display false color in the viewfinder by Monitor Magnifier Ratio (page 77) in the in the Monitor output image and viewfinder...
  • Page 110 • This function is enabled for the following network (page 105). combinations of image size and project frame rate. An ART file is a Sony proprietary Look file MPC-3628: 5.8K 6:5 (23.98p, 24p) created in a binary format. Using an ART file 5.8K 17:9 (23.98p, 24p, 25p, 29.97p)
  • Page 111: Saving And Loading User Configuration

    6. Saving and Loading User Configuration Data User Configuration Data You can save/load full menu settings in All Files internal memory and on SD cards. This allows you to quickly recall an appropriate set of menu settings for the current situation. All-settings files are used to save/load the To save configuration data on an SD card, configuration data of all menus.
  • Page 112: All Files

    6. Saving and Loading User Configuration Data All Files If a file cannot be loaded Saving Configuration Data as an Changing the File ID All File One of the following error messages may appear during or after operation. In this case, Select Project >...
  • Page 113: Scene Files

    6. Saving and Loading User Configuration Data Scene Files Saving a Scene File in Internal Changing the File ID Loading a Scene File from an SD Memory Card Select Project > Scene File > File ID (page 74) in the full menu. Select Project >...
  • Page 114: User Gamma Files

    Configuration > RM/RCP Paint Control (page 91) For details about RAW Viewer V4.0 or later, is set to On in the full menu. contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative. Select one of User 1 to User 5 in Paint >...
  • Page 115: Connecting External Devices

    7. Connecting External Devices Connecting a Remote Control Unit When an RM-B170 Remote Control Unit, RCP-1001/1501/3100/3501 Remote Control Panel, or other control unit is connected, some functions can be controlled from that unit. Connecting a Remote Control Unit Connect the camera connector of the control unit to the REMOTE connector (8-pin) of the unit using a remote control cable.
  • Page 116: Rcp-1501/3501 Rcp-3100 Rm-B170

    7. Connecting External Devices: Connecting a Remote Control Unit Main Functions Controllable using the RCP-1001/1501/3100/3501 or RM-B170/B750 Table legend The following indicate remote control support on the display. Yes: Control supported –: Control not supported Item Sub-item Sub-item Selection option RCP-1001 RCP-1501/3501 RCP-3100...
  • Page 117 7. Connecting External Devices: Connecting a Remote Control Unit Item Sub-item Sub-item Selection option RCP-1001 RCP-1501/3501 RCP-3100 RM-B170 RM-B750 Gain Gain(Step) –6dB/–3dB/0dB/3dB/6dB/9dB/ 12dB/15dB/18dB White Balance Color Temp 2000K to 15000K – – Color Temp Balance (Tint –99 to ±0 to +99 –...
  • Page 118: Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes

    7. Connecting External Devices: Connecting a Remote Control Unit Item Sub-item Sub-item Selection option RCP-1001 RCP-1501/3501 RCP-3100 RM-B170 RM-B750 White Clip Setting On/Off – – Level –99 to ±0 to +99 – – – Detail Setting On/Off – – Level –99 to ±0 to +99 –...
  • Page 119 7. Connecting External Devices: Connecting a Remote Control Unit Item Sub-item Sub-item Selection option RCP-1001 RCP-1501/3501 RCP-3100 RM-B170 RM-B750 Prev. – – – – – – – White Mode Preset ON/OFF – On/Off – – – Iris Iris Level – (Control range of target lens) Close –...
  • Page 120: Connecting External Monitors And Recording Devices

    7. Connecting External Devices Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices To display the recording/playback image on synchronized recording by setting Technical 12V OUT Connector (12 V DC 24V OUT Connector (24 V DC an external monitor, select the output signal >...
  • Page 121: External Synchronization

    7. Connecting External Devices External Synchronization When shooting with multiple units, To release external lock Project Valid reference signal Synchronizing the Timecode with synchronized recording can be performed frame Analog Digital Another Device using a specific reference signal to Change the TC/Media > Timecode > Mode rate synchronize the timecode among all the units.
  • Page 122: Appendix

    Contact a Sony service or Periodic Replacement of Fan and beam be directed into the lens of the unit.
  • Page 123 8. Appendix: Usage Precautions Focal plane LCD Panels On Condensation Fragmentation Owing to the characteristics of the pickup elements (CMOS sensors) for reading video The LCD panel fitted to this unit is If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to If pictures cannot be recorded/reproduced signals, subjects that quickly move across the manufactured with high precision technology,...
  • Page 124 2 A max. (Input voltage: 22 V to 32 V) 1 A max. (Input voltage: 11 V to 17 V) • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES The power delivery rating available for OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE...
  • Page 125: Recording Formats And Output Signals

    8. Appendix Recording Formats and Output Signals SDI OUT Connector Output Formats The serial digital signal from an SDI OUT connector is output according to the Project category and Monitoring category settings in the menu. For details about Project category settings combinations, see “Recording Format Settings” (page 59). You can set the 3G SDI output format to Level A or Level B using Monitoring >...
  • Page 126 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 SDI 4 59.94/50 7.6K 16:9/ X-OCN XT 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P Level A 5.7K 16:9/ X-OCN ST...
  • Page 127 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 SDI 4 29.97/25 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P X-OCN ST YPbPr 1.5G...
  • Page 128 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 SDI 4 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 4096×2160P 4096×2160P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 4096×2160P 6G 1920×1080P...
  • Page 129 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 SDI 1 SDI 2 SDI 3 SDI 4 23.98 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 4096×2160P 4096×2160P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 4096×2160P 6G...
  • Page 130 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals MONITOR OUT Connector/HDMI OUT Connector Output Formats The digital signal from the MONITOR OUT and HDMI OUT connectors is output according to the Project category and Monitoring category settings in the menu. For details about Project category settings combinations, see “Recording Format Settings” (page 59). Default values are shown underlined and in bold text.
  • Page 131 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 Monitor HDMI Monitor Out HDMI 59.94/50 7.6K 16:9/ X-OCN XT 3840×2160P 3840×2160P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P Level A 1920×1080P Level A 5.7K 16:9/ X-OCN ST...
  • Page 132 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 Monitor HDMI Monitor Out HDMI 29.97/25 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 4096×2160P 4096×2160P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 8.2K 17:9/ X-OCN ST YPbPr 1.5G...
  • Page 133 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 Monitor HDMI Monitor Out HDMI 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 4096×2160P 4096×2160P 1920×1080P 8.2K 17:9/ X-OCN ST 4096×2160P 6G 1920×1080P 1920×1080P...
  • Page 134 8. Appendix: Recording Formats and Output Signals Project Monitoring > Output Format Output format Project Frame Rate Imager Mode Recording Format SDI 1/2 SDI 3/4 Monitor HDMI Monitor Out HDMI 23.98 8.6K 3:2/ X-OCN XT 4096×2160P 4096×2160P 1920×1080P 4096×2160P 6G 1920×1080P 1920×1080P 8.2K 17:9/...
  • Page 135: Axs Clip Recording/Playback Time

    8. Appendix AXS Clip Recording/Playback Time The following tables show the recording/playback time when using AXS-A1TS66 (Unit: minutes). [Note] The recording and playback times are for a continuous recording as a single clip. The actual times may be shorter, depending on the number of clips recorded. The recording/playback time may vary due to usage conditions and memory characteristics.
  • Page 136 8. Appendix: AXS Clip Recording/Playback Time MPC-3626 Recording Format Project Frame Rate 6K 3:2 6K 1.85:1 6K 17:9 6K 2.39:1 5.7K 16:9 4K 6:5 4K 4:3 4K 17:9 4K 2.39:1 3.8K 16:9 X-OCN XT 23.98/24 29.97 47.95 – – 59.94 X-OCN ST 23.98/24 29.97...
  • Page 137: Error/Warning Indications

    Info category contact your Sony service representative. (If > Camera Condition in the menu. Follow the instructions provided to resolve the issue.
  • Page 138 The unit is compatible with Professional Use only. Fan Stopped The fan in the unit has stopped. Avoid use under high temperature conditions. Turn the unit off and contact a Sony service representative. XXXX License Y days Remaining There are 2 days remaining before the license for (XXXX: Type of license, Y: Number of days the software option will expire.
  • Page 139: Items Saved In Files

    8. Appendix Items Saved in Files Table legend Item Sub-item File type Yes: Saved Scene No: Not saved Look File Load User 3D LUT – – –: Not saved (temporary setting) Reset User 3D LUT – – Reset All User 3D LUTs –...
  • Page 140 8. Appendix: Items Saved in Files Project Menu TC/Media Menu Item Sub-item File type Item Sub-item File type Scene Scene Basic Setting Imager Mode Timecode Mode Project Frame Rate Manual Setting – – Input Color Space Reset – – Recording Format TC Format Base ISO TC Source...
  • Page 141 8. Appendix: Items Saved in Files Monitoring Menu Item Sub-item File type Scene Frame Line Setup Color Item Sub-item File type Center Marker Scene Aspect Ratio Output Format SDI 1/2 Aspect Ratio Type SDI 3/4 Surround View Type Monitor Mask Level HDMI Safety Zone Aspect Safety Zone...
  • Page 142 8. Appendix: Items Saved in Files Audio Menu Paint Menu Item Sub-item File type Item Sub-item File type Scene Scene Audio Input Internal Mic Select Black Master Black XLR Audio L Select R Black XLR Audio R Select B Black XLR Audio L Level Flare Setting...
  • Page 143 Wireless Alerts & Tally Rec Light Rec Start/Stop Beep Media Near Full Alarm Batt./Voltage Alarm Near End:Info Battery End:Info Battery Near End:Sony Battery End:Sony Battery Near End:Other Battery End:Other Battery Detected Battery – – DC Low Voltage1 DC Low Voltage2...
  • Page 144: Yes - - Yes

    8. Appendix: Items Saved in Files Item Sub-item File type Item Sub-item File type Scene Scene Panel Control Brightness level Test Signals Color Bars Lock Operator Side Color Bar Type Lock Assistant Side 1kHz Tone on Color Bars False Color Level Test Saw Test Saw Type...
  • Page 145 8. Appendix: Items Saved in Files Maintenance Menu Item Sub-item File type Scene Language Select Clock Set Time Zone Date Mode Date – – Time – – Hours Meter Hours (System) – – Hours (Resettable) – – Reset – – Reset to Default Reset –...
  • Page 146: Recording And Output Metadata List

    8. Appendix Recording and Output Metadata List Table legend Opt: Included if information is available (optional) Yes: Defined –: Not defined Item Notation example in RAW Viewer RAW/X-OCN MXF RAW/X-OCN XML ProRes MXF ProRes XML HD-SDI Creation Date 2021-10-29 11:04:05 –...
  • Page 147: Yes - Yes

    8. Appendix: Recording and Output Metadata List Item Notation example in RAW Viewer RAW/X-OCN MXF RAW/X-OCN XML ProRes MXF ProRes XML HD-SDI Auto White Balance Mode PresetWhiteBalanceSetup – – White Balance 5500 Tint Correction 0.00000 – Camera Master Black Level 3.0% –...
  • Page 148: Yes - Yes

    8. Appendix: Recording and Output Metadata List Item Notation example in RAW Viewer RAW/X-OCN MXF RAW/X-OCN XML ProRes MXF ProRes XML HD-SDI Entrance Pupil Position +51mm – – Normalised Zoom Value 0.000 – – Lens Serial Number xxxxxxxx – – Iris F-Number 2.87 –...
  • Page 149: Licenses

    On Accessing Software to which Open Source Software Licenses the GPL/LGPL Applies On the basis of license contracts between Sony and the software copyright holders, this This product uses software to which the product uses open software. GPL/LGPL applies. This informs you that you...
  • Page 150: Specifications

    8. Appendix Specifications Total maximum power 5.7K 16:9/3.8K 16:9 Built-in filters General Specifications consumption: Approx. 220 W 59.94P/50P/29.97P/25P/24P/ ND filter A (22 V to 32 V DC input, including 23.98P Clear Mass MPC-3628: Approx. 4.3 kg (9 lb 7.7 oz) viewfinder and peripheral 4K 4:3 Surround/4K 17:9 (1/2) (1/4)
  • Page 151 8. Appendix: Specifications DC output (12 V) GENLOCK input Camera Extension System LEMO 2-pin (1), BNC type (1) CBK-3610XS 11 V to 17 V DC (Output voltage: HDMI output Wireless LAN Adaptor Same as input voltage, Maximum Type A (1) CBK-WA02 output current: 1.0 A), External device connector Remote Control Unit 22 V to 32 V DC (Output voltage:...
  • Page 152 8. Appendix: Specifications Dimensions 134 (5 Unit: mm 165 (6 25 (1) (inches) 120 (4 25 (1) 25 (1) M3, Depth: 5.5 25 (1) M2.6, Depth: 8.5 15.2 ( 16.5 (Counterbore Ø2.75, Depth: 3.3) 61.5 2-UNC 1/4-20 10-UNC 3/8-16, 3-UNC 3/8-16 Depth: 10 25 (1) 25 (1)
  • Page 153 8. Appendix: Specifications Trademarks • The terms HDMI and HDMI High-Definition Multimedia Interface, and the HDMI Logo are trademarks or registered trademarks of HDMI Licensing Administrator, Inc. in the United States and other countries. • All system names and product names are registered trademarks or trademarks of their respective owners.

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