Page 1 HD CAMCORDER HDW-700A OPERATION MANUAL English 1st Edition (Revised 1)
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. For the customers in U.S.A. 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.
Page 3 Note: In some areas the disposal of nickel- cadmium batteries in household or business trash may be prohibited. For the Sony Service Center nearest you call 1-800-222- SONY (United States only) For the Factory Service Center nearest you call 416-499-...
Page 5: Table Of Contents
Table of Contents Chapter 1 Overview Features ..................1-1 1-1-1 Camera Features .............. 1-1 1-1-2 VTR Features ..............1-3 Example of System Configuration .......... 1-4 Precautions ................1-6 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls Power Supply ................2-1 Accessory Attachments ............
Page 6 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance and Correcting the White Spots ............. 4-1 4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance ........... 4-2 4-1-2 Automatic Correction of White Sports in the Image ..4-4 4-1-3 Adjusting the White Balance ..........
Page 7 Using the Setup Card ............. 4-64 4-9-1 Handling the Setup Card ..........4-64 4-9-2 Using Data on the Setup Card ........4-66 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder Power Supply ................5-1 5-1-1 Using a BP-L60A/L90A Battery Pack ......5-1 5-1-2 Using a BP-90A Battery Pack .........
Page 8 Chapter 6 Maintenance Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ........ 6-1 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing ..........6-1 6-1-2 Testing the Camera ............6-2 6-1-3 Testing the VTR .............. 6-6 Maintenance ................6-10 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads ..........6-10 6-2-2 Cleaning the Viewfinder ..........6-10 Operation Warnings ...............
Page 9: Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features The HDW-700A HD Camcorder combines a HD color video camera, of which effective picture elements is 1920(H) x 1080(V) and which uses 2/ 3-inch FIT imagers with 2,000,000 picture elements, with an HDCAM portable videocassette recorder. Its excellent portability and...
Page 10 • Character display functions on the viewfinder indicate switch settings, automatic black and white balance adjustment, status indications, and warnings. • The warning system uses various types of warning indicators and sounds to inform you of VTR faults, end of tape, low battery, etc. •...
Page 11: Vtr Features
1-1-2 VTR Features The VTR features of this camcorder are described below. • Use of the HDCAM format allows high performance HD digital recording and playback while preserving the same ease of use as conventional camcorder equipment. • The same cassette size (S size) as Digital BETACAM can be used to achieve a long recording time of approximately 40 minutes.
Page 12: Example Of System Configuration
1-2 Example of System Configuration The diagram below shows a typical configuration of the camcorder for ENG and EFP. For more information about the fittings, connections, or use of additional equipment and accessories, see Chapter 5 as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment.
Page 13 Audio signal source External microphone C-74, etc. CAC-12 Microphone Holder Audio equipment WRR-28M / 810 / 860 UHF Portable Tuner Power source Battery AC power BC-210 / 410 BC-L100 supply Battery Battery 100V AC Charger Charger BP-L60A / BP-90A AC-550 L90A Battery Battery AC Adaptor...
Page 14: Precautions
1-3 Precautions Use and Storage Do not subject the camcorder to severe shocks The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped. After use Always turn off the power. Before storing the camcorder for a long period Remove the battery pack. Use and storage locations Store in a level, ventilated place.
Page 15: Power Supply
BP-90A Battery Pack also can be attached. 2 DC IN (external power input) connector (XLR type, 4-pin, male) To operate the HDW-700A using an AC power supply, connect an AC- 550 AC Adaptor with the DC output cable supplied with the adaptor.
Page 16 3 BREAKER button If excessive current flows within the unit, the breaker is tripped automatically to shut off the power supply and protect the equipment. After performing internal checks or adjustments, use a pointed object such as a pen to press down lightly on this button. If there is no problem, the power will again be supplied.
Page 17: Accessory Attachments
2-2 Accessory Attachments Lens cable clamp Accessory attachments 1 Shoulder strap posts Attach the supplied shoulder strap to these posts. 2 Light shoe Attach an optional accessory such as a video light to this shoe. 3 Lens mount (special bayonet mount) Use this for mounting the lens.
Page 18 6 Tripod mount When using the unit on a tripod, attach the supplied tripod adaptor. 7 LENS connector (12-pin) Fit the lens cable to this connector. Contact your Sony representative for more information about the lens you are using. 8 Shoulder pad You can move the shoulder pad forwards or backwards by loosening the two screws.
Page 19: Audio Functions
2-3 Audio Functions Audio functions (1) 1 Microphone This is a super-cardioid directional microphone with an external power supply (+48 V) system. You can use it as an interview microphone by connecting it to an extension cable (not supplied). 2 MIC IN (microphone input) connector (XLR type, 3-pin, female) The supplied microphone connects to this connector.
Page 20 CH-1 CH-2 LEVEL ADVANCE SHIFT • • PRESET F-RUN AUTO MANUAL R-RUN REGEN AUDIO SELECT AUDIO IN DIAG REAL FRONT TIME REAR CUE IN CH-1 CH-2 Audio functions (2) Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 21 4 AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 recording level) controls These controls adjust the audio levels of channels 1 and 2 when audio input is from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors and the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches are set to MANUAL. 5 AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel-1 and channel-2 adjustment method select) switches These switches select the audio level adjustment method for each of...
Page 22 9 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 input) connectors (XLR type, 3-pin, female) and LINE/MIC/+48 V ON (line input/microphone input/external power supply +48 V on) switches These are audio input connectors for channels 1 and 2 to which you can connect audio equipment or a microphone.
Page 23 !£ !™ !¡ Audio functions (3) !¡ ALARM volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone alarm volume. At the minimum position, no sound can be heard. Minimum Maximum ALARM volume control Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 24 The internal volume control can be adjusted so that the alarm is audible even if the ALARM volume control is at the minimum position. For more information, refer to the Maintenance Manual. !™ MONITOR volume control This control adjusts the speaker or earphone volume for sounds other than the alarm sound.
Page 25 !¢ Audio functions (4) !¢ Built-in speaker During recording, the speaker can be used for monitoring the E-E sound, and during playback for monitoring playback sound. The speaker also sounds alarms to reinforce visual warnings. If an earphone is plugged into to the EARPHONE jack, the speaker sound is automatically cut off.
Page 26 !∞ Audio functions (5) !∞ EARPHONE jack You can monitor the E-E sound during recording and playback sound during playback. Plugging an earphone into the jack automatically cuts off the built-in speaker, and you hear the alarms about the camcorder's operation and status through the earphone.
Page 27: Shooting And Recording/Playback Functions
2-4 Shooting and Recording/ Playback Functions Eyecup Shooting and recording/playback functions (1) 1 Viewfinder The viewfinder lets you to view the camera image in black and white while shooting the picture and also see the playback picture from the VTR. It also displays various warnings and messages related to the settings or operating conditions of the camcorder, a zebra pattern , safety zone marker...
Page 28 2 BRIGHT (brightness) control This control adjusts the picture brightness on the viewfinder screen. It has no effect on the camera output signal. 3 CONTRAST control This control adjusts the picture contrast on the viewfinder screen. It has no effect on the camera output signal. 4 PEAKING control This control adjusts the sharpness of the picture on the viewfinder screen to make focusing easier.
Page 29 6 ZEBRA (zebra pattern) switch This switch controls the zebra pattern on the viewfinder screen. ON: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays. OFF: No zebra pattern is displayed. MOMENT: The zebra pattern is displayed and stays for 5 to 6 seconds. The zebra pattern is factory set to indicate picture areas where the video level is approximately 70%.
Page 30 !™ !º !¡ Shooting and recording/playback functions (2) 9 Viewfinder left-right positioning ring Use this ring to move the viewfinder sideways. !º Viewfinder front-rear positioning lever Use this lever to move the viewfinder forward or backward. !¡ Cameraman tally indicator This indicator lights while the camcorder is operating.
Page 31 !£ !¢ !∞ !§ !¶ !• !ª Shooting and recording/playback functions (3) !£ FILTER selector This selector is a dual knob that selects the most appropriate filter to match the light source illuminating the subject. The outer knob selects the color temperature of the CC (Color Conversion) filter, and the inner knob selects the type of ND (Neutral Density) filter.
Page 32 The relationships between the selector settings and filter selections as well as examples of filters for different shooting conditions are given below. FILTER selector (outer) setting and CC filter selection FILTER selector (outer) setting CC filter selection Cross filter 3200K 4300K 6300K a) A type of special effect filter.
Page 33 !¢ SHUTTER selector Set this selector to ON to use the electronic shutter. Set it to SEL to switch the shutter speed or mode setting within the range that has been previously set from the setup menu. When this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change/adjustment progress message display area for about 3 seconds.
Page 34 !¶ GAIN selector This selector switches the gain of the video amplifier to match the lighting conditions during shooting. The gains corresponding to the L, M, and H settings are selected from the setup menu before use. The factory settings are L = 0 dB, M = 6 dB, and H = 12 dB. When this selector is adjusted, the new setting will be indicated on the setting change/adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen for about 3 seconds.
Page 35 BARS, DCC OFF A color bar signal is output and the DCC circuit does not operate. For example, use the setting for the following purposes. • Adjusting the video monitor • Recording the color bar signal BARS CAM, DCC OFF •...
Page 36 @º @¡ Shooting and recording/playback functions (4) @º GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type) This connector inputs an HD reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment.
Page 37 @™ Shooting and recording/playback functions (5) @™MONITOR OUT connector (BNC type) This connector outputs the HD video signal (75-ohm terminated, Y/P ). To include the text on the viewfinder screen with the output signal, push the VF DISP switch to MENU while pushing the MENU switch to CANCEL.
Page 38 @£ @¢ @∞ @§ @¶ @• @ª Opening the cover Press on the tab. Shooting and recording/playback functions (6) 2-24 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 39 @£VTR START button Press this button to start recording. Press it again to stop recording. The effect is exactly the same as that of the VTR button on the lens. @¢VTR SAVE/STBY (VTR power saving/standby) switch This switch controls the VTR power mode during pauses in recording (REC PAUSE).
Page 40 @§ PLAY (playback) button and indicator Press this button to view the recorded picture in the viewfinder or on the color video monitor. The indicator lights during playback. The 3 times normal speed search function is provided to make it far quicker to find a desired location of the tape.
Page 41: Setup Menu Operating Section
Setup menu operating section 1 Setup card compartment Lift the OPEN lever to open the cover and insert the supplied Setup Card into the slot with the “SONY” logo facing you (a Setup Card was already inserted at the factory). 2 MIC/MENU knob Use this knob to change the page selection or a setting within the setup menu.
Page 42 3 MENU switch Push this switch to CANCEL to erase the menu settings and return to page selection mode or the TOP menu. Push the switch up to display the ‘!’ LED page of the operation menu. For details on settings of this page, see Section 4-7-2“Selecting the Items for Which the ‘!’...
Page 43: Time Code System
2-6 Time Code System Time code functions (1) 1 GENLOCK IN (genlock input) connector (BNC type) This connector inputs an HD reference signal when the camera is to be genlocked or when the time code is to be synchronized with external equipment.
Page 44 Time code functions (2) 2 TC IN (time code input) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code with an external time code, connect the reference time code input here. 3 TC OUT (time code output) connector (BNC type) To synchronize the time code of an external VTR with that of the camcorder, connect this connector to the time code input lock connector of the external VTR.
Page 45 DISPLAY WARNING HOLD U-BIT LIGHT RESET CH-1 CH-2 LEVEL ADVANCE SHIFT • • PRESET F-RUN AUTO MANUAL R-RUN REGEN AUDIO SELECT AUDIO IN DIAG REAL FRONT TIME REAR !¡ CUE IN CH-1 CH-2 !™ Time code functions (3) 2-31 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 46 4 HOLD (display hold) button Pressing this button instantly freezes the time data displayed in the counter display section. (The time code generator continues normal operation.) Pressing this button again releases the hold. One use of this feature is to determine the exact time of a particular shot. See Section 2-8 “Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel”...
Page 47 9 PRESET/REGEN (preset/regeneration) switch This switch selects whether to set a new time code or to match the existing time code that had been recorded. PRESET: Starts recording time code values on the tape from the newly set value. REGEN: Reads the existing time code on the tape and sets the time code starting value accordingly.
Page 48 !¡ DF/NDF (drop frame/non-drop frame) switch This switch selects whether the time code advances in drop frame mode or non-drop frame mode. DF: Drop frame mode NDF: Non-drop frame mode !™ REAL TIME switch This switch selects whether or not real time is to be recorded as VITC user bit data.
Page 49: Warnings And Indications
2-7 Warnings and Indications The camcorder supplies you visual information and warnings by means of its indicators without you having to use the speaker, earphone or viewfinder. PRESET F-RUN R-RUN REGEN DIAG REAL TIME Warning and indication functions 2-35 Chapter 2 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls...
Page 50 1 TALLY indicator Setting the TALLY switch to HIGH or LOW activates this indicator. The indicator lights during recording on the VTR. It also provides the same information as the REC indicator in the viewfinder; it lights up during recording and flashes to indicate a problem. The brightness of this indicator when it is lit can be controlled by the TALLY switch.
Page 51 6 WARNING indicator This indicator lights up or flashes when there is a fault in the VTR. See Section 6-3 “Operation Warnings” (page 6-12) for more information about the relationships between the operation of the indicator and the meanings of the indications.
Page 52: Warnings And Indications On The Display Panel
2-8 Warnings and Indications on the Display Panel Tape status, battery status, and level indicators Audio channel 1 level meter Audio channel 2 level meter OVER EMPH OVER DIAG PB VITC NDF EXT-LK HOLD 00:00:00:00 TAPE p p p p p p p BATT E p p p p p p p ∞...
Page 53 VTR operation status and status indicators Lights in the self-diagnostic mode (testing display panel, camera, and VTR). For more information, refer to the Maintenance Manual. Lights during playback. OVER EMPH OVER DIAG PB VITC NDF EXT-LK HOLD 00:00:00:00 TAPE p p p p p p p BATT E p p p p p p p ∞...
Page 54 Time code displays Lights in playback mode. Lights when VITC is selected for the time code. Lights in non-drop frame mode. Lights when the camcorder is synchronized with an external time code. Lights when the time code generator is on hold. OVER EMPH OVER...
Page 55 Relationships between the REAL TIME, F-RUN/SET/R-RUN, and DISPLAY switch settings and the time counter displays The time counter display is determined first by the REAL TIME switch setting, then by the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch setting, and finally by the DISPLAY switch setting. Switch settings related to time code and displayed information REAL TIME F-RUN/SET/R-RUN...
Page 57: Chapter 3 Recording And Playback
3-1 About Cassettes This section describes the procedure for loading and unloading a cassette. See “Specifications VTR Section ”(page A-3) for information about the cassettes you can use in the camcorder. 3-1-1 Loading and Unloading a Cassette Loading a cassette Turn on the POWER switch.
Page 58 Check that there is no slack in the tape. Then slide in the cassette until it clicks into position and close the cassette lid completely by pressing near the engraved “PUSH". Insert the cassette. Window outward. Push and close the cassette lid.
Page 59 Unloading a cassette With the power supply on, press the EJECT button to open the cassette lid. Then take out the cassette. If you are not going to insert another cassette, close the cassette lid. It is possible to take out the cassette and close the cassette lid unless the battery voltage drops below about 10.5 V.
Page 60: Preventing Accidental Erasure
3-1-2 Preventing Accidental Erasure The following procedure prevents cassettes from being recorded inadvertently. Push the plug in. To reuse the cassette, return the plug to its original position. Preventing accidental erasure Chapter 3 Recording and Playback...
Page 61: Recording
3-2 Recording 3-2-1 Basic Procedure This section describes the basic procedure for shooting and recording. Before a shooting session, ensure that the camcorder is functioning properly. For more information, see Section 6-1 “Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting ”(page 6-1). Turning on the camcorder and loading a cassette Follow the procedure below.
Page 62 Check that there are no obstructions near the cassette lid. Then press the EJECT button to open the cassette lid. After checking the points below, load the cassette and close the cassette lid. • The cassette is not write-protected. • There is no slack in the tape. Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording After turning on the power and loading a cassette, set the switches and...
Page 63 Shooting Follow the procedure below. • • Basic procedure for shooting: from adjusting the black balance and white balance to stopping recording Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK to adjust the black balance. Select the CC filter and ND filter to match the lighting conditions, and adjust the white balance.
Page 64 When the black balance and white balance settings are already in memory: Set the WHITE BAL switch to A or B. When the white balance setting is not in memory and you do not have enough time to adjust the white balance: Set the WHITE BAL switch to the PRST position.
Page 65: Continuous Recording
Cassette control buttons During recording, the cassette control buttons (EJECT, REW, F FWD, PLAY, STOP) have no effect. 3-2-2 Continuous Recording If the camcorder is in the recording pause mode, simply pressing the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens continues recording at exactly the next frame.
Page 66 If you turn off the power during a recording pause Continuous recording after turning off the power during a recording pause Turn on the power again. Press the RET button on the lens. The camcorder positions the tape at the appropriate point. Note, however, that this function works only for continuously recorded material or consecutively joined segments totaling at least 4 seconds in length.
Page 67 Continuous recording after rewinding or fast forward, after removing the cassette, or on a tape that has been partly recorded Looking in the viewfinder, press the PLAY button to start playback. Press the STOP button at the desired point to begin recording. To continue from the end of recording already on the tape, press the STOP button immediately after the end of the previous recording (within 0.5 seconds).
Page 68: Checking The Recording - Playback
3-3 Checking the Recording — Playback By pressing the PLAY button, you can review any length of recording in the viewfinder in black and white. There are two other ways to review the recording. • Recording review: You can view the last 3 seconds of the recording in the viewfinder in black and white.
Page 69: Checking The Recording On The Color Video Monitor
3-3-2 Checking the Recording on the Color Video Monitor — Playback in Color Connect a color video monitor to the MONITOR OUT connector of the camcorder and press the PLAY button. HDW-700A HD monitor Video input MONITOR OUT connector Color playback...
Page 71: Adjusting The Black Balance And The White Balance And Correcting The White Spots
4-1 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance and Correcting the White Spots To always obtain excellent image quality when using this camcorder, conditions may require that both the black balance and the white balance be adjusted. Black balance adjustment The black balance will require adjustment in the following cases.
Page 72: Adjusting The Black Balance
Note Black balance and white balance adjustment values that are automatically set by the camcorder and the various settings are stored in the camcorder memory and retained even when the power is turned off. 4-1-1 Adjusting the Black Balance In automatic black balance mode, adjustments are performed in the following order: clamp level, black set, and black balance.
Page 73 Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to BLK and release the switch. AUTO W/B BAL switch The switch returns to the center position, and the adjustment is completed. During adjustment, the following message is displayed on the viewfinder screen. ABB:EXECUTING The black balance adjustment ends in a few seconds with the message “ABB:OK”...
Page 74 (i.e., spots that are visible to the eye and have a gain of 0 dB). • If you perform the automatic white spots correction several times and spots still persist, consult your Sony service representative. Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 75: Adjusting The White Balance
4-1-3 Adjusting the White Balance Follow the procedure below to automatically adjust the white balance. Adjust the switches as shown in the figure below. FILTER selector OUTPUT/DCC switch: GAIN switch: Set as low as possible. WHITE BAL switch: A or B VF DISP switch: OFF If the setting on the GAIN selector or WHITE BAL switch is changed, a message reporting the set position appears for about 3 seconds in the...
Page 76 Adjust the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions. ND filter CC filter Clear Cross filter 1/4 ND 3200K 1/16 ND 4300K 1/64 ND 6300K If the setting of the FILTER selector is changed, a message reporting the setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen.
Page 77 Note Make sure there are not bright spots in the rectangle. Adjust the lens iris. If the lens is manually adjusted, adjust it as appropriate. If the lens has an automatic iris, set the automatic/manual switch on the lens to automatic. Push the AUTO W/B BAL switch to WHT and release the switch.
Page 78 Note If the camera has a zoom lens with an automatic iris, the iris may hunt during the adjustment. To prevent this, adjust the iris gain knob (marked with IG, IS, or S) on the lens. For more information, refer to the lens operation manual. If the automatic white balance adjustment cannot be made If the white balance adjustment cannot be completed normally, the error...
Page 79: Setting The Electronic Shutter
4-2 Setting the Electronic Shutter This section describes the shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter of the camcorder, and describes the procedure for selecting the shutter speed and mode. 4-2-1 Shutter Modes The shutter modes that can be used with the electronic shutter and the shutter speeds that can be selected are listed below.
Page 80: Selecting The Shutter Mode And Speed
Notes • Whatever the operating mode of the electronic shutter, the iris opens wider as the shutter speed increases, thus reducing the depth of field. • Under artificial light, particularly fluorescent or mercury lamps, the light intensity may appear to be constant, but the strengths of each of the R, G, and B colors are actually changing in synchronization with the frequency of the power supply ("flicker").
Page 81 SHUTTER selector The current shutter setting appears for about 3 seconds in the setting change and adjustment progress message display area of the viewfinder screen. (e.g., :SS:1/250) Before the message from step 2 disappears, push the SHUTTER selector to SEL again and repeat until the desired mode or speed appears.
Page 82 Standard mode 1/100 1/125 1/250 1/500 1/1000 1/2000 ECS mode When ECS mode is selected You can change the speed by rotating the MIC/MENU knob on the front of the camcorder. Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when the camcorder power is turned off.
Page 83: Adjusting The Audio Level
4-3 Adjusting the Audio Level If you set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to AUTO, the input levels for the corresponding channels are adjusted automatically. Follow the procedure below to manually adjust the input levels for both audio channels. Manually adjusting the audio levels of AUDIO IN CH-1/ CH-2 Follow the procedure described below to adjust the audio levels of the audio input from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors, which is...
Page 84 Set the AUDIO IN switch to REAR. Set the AUDIO SELECT CH-1/CH-2 switches to MANUAL. Adjust the AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 controls so that at the maximum sound level, the level meter indicates -20 dB. The second bar from the top may turn on occasionally, but do not allow the top bar to go on.
Page 85 Manually adjusting the audio level of the front microphone You can adjust the audio level input from the front microphone for channels 1 and 2 by using the MIC/MENU knob on the front of the camcorder. CH-1 CH-2 LEVEL ADVANCE SHIFT •...
Page 86 Microphone audio level manual adjustment (2) Set the VF DISP switch to ON. Push the MENU switch to CANCEL to display the current audio level(e.g.,“AUDIO LEVEL:70”),then rotate the MENU knob to adjust the audio level so that at the maximum sound level, the level meter indicates -20 dB.
Page 87: Setting The Time Data
4-4 Setting the Time Data 4-4-1 Setting the User Bits By setting the user bits (up to 8 hexadecimal digits), you can record user information such as the date, time, or scene number on the time code track. Follow the procedure below to set the user bits. •...
Page 88 Set the user bits by using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the flashing digit moves one column to the right. ADVANCE: Increments the value of the flashing digit. Hexadecimal digits A to F are displayed as follows: Hexadecimal Display...
Page 89: Setting The Time Code
4-4-2 Setting the Time Code The time code setting range is from 00:00:00:00 to 23:59:59:29 (hour:minute:second:frame). Follow the procedure below to set the time code. • • DISPLAY WARNING OVER EMPH OVER DIAG PB VITC NDF EXT-LK HOLD 00:00:00:00 HOLD U-BIT p p p p p p p TAPE...
Page 90 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to SET. Set the DF/NDF switch as necessary. DF: Drop frame mode NDF: Non-drop frame mode Using the SHIFT and ADVANCE buttons, set the time code. SHIFT: Selects a digit to set. Each time you press the button, the flashing digit moves one column to the right.
Page 91: Entering The Real Time In The Vitc
Watching the playback, find the point of the previous recording on the tape from which you wish to continue recording, and press the STOP button. Press the RET button on the lens. This reads the previous recording and synchronizes the internal time code generator, thus allowing the new time code recorded to follow on consecutively.
Page 92 Set the REAL TIME switch to SET. Use the ADVANCE and SHIFT buttons to set the real time. Set the REAL TIME switch to ON. The real time is recorded in the VITC, and the user bits that were set are recorded in the LTC.
Page 93: Synchronizing The Time Code
4-4-4 Synchronizing the Time Code You can synchronize the internal time code generator of this camcorder with an external generator for the regeneration of an external time code. You can also synchronize the time code generators of external VTRs with the internal generator of this camcorder. Connections for time code synchronization Connect both the reference video signal and the external time code as illustrated below.
Page 94 Example 2: Interconnecting a number of camcorders for time code synchronization MONITOR OUT Y channel TC OUT Master camcorder TC IN GENLOCK IN TC OUT MONITOR OUT Y channel Camcorder to be synchronized GENLOCK IN TC IN TC OUT MONITOR OUT Y channel Camcorder to be synchronized To another camcorder to be synchronized...
Page 95 Procedure for time code synchronization Follow the procedure below to synchronize the time code. • • Synchronizing the time code Turn the POWER switch to ON. Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN. Set the PRESET/REGEN switch to PRESET. (Continued) 4-25 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 96 Set the DISPLAY switch to TC. Supply the time code to the TC IN connector and reference video signals that comply with the SMPTE time code standard and are in the proper phase relationship to the GENLOCK IN connector. This operation synchronizes the internal time code generator with the external time code.
Page 97 Releasing the time code synchronization First disconnect the external time code, then set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN. Changing the power supply from the battery pack to an external power supply during time code synchronization To maintain a continuous power supply, connect the external power supply to the DC IN connector before removing the battery pack.
Page 98: Setup Menu Display On The Viewfinder Screen
4-5 Setup Menu Display on the Viewfinder Screen If the VF DISP switch is set to MENU, the OPERATION menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen. The menu is displayed as individual pages. MIC/MENU knob VF DISP switch TOP menu The TOP menu screen shows the overall structure of the menu items.
Page 99 DIAG DISP Note The contents of the TOP menu will differ according to IF circuit board switch settings inside the HDW-700A camcorder. Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more information. The TOP menu has the following submenus. OPERATION menu: This menu contains items for changing settings according to conditions related to the subject when a normal cameraman is operating the camcorder.
Page 100 MAINTENANCE menu: This menu contains items for performing camera maintenance operations such as changing the system or infrequently used paint items. This menu is almost identical to the MAINTENANCE menu of the MSU-700 Master Setup Unit (not supplied). FILE menu: This menu is used for performing file operations such as writing the reference file.
Page 101: Basic Use Of The Setup Menu
4-5-1 Basic Use of the Setup Menu VF DISP switch MIC/MENU knob MENU switch Turn the VF DISP switch from OFF to MENU. The OPERATION menu will be displayed. (Continued) 4-31 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 102 Page scroll bar VF DISPLAY CAM ID : ON ZOOM VOLT : ON SHUTT Page number IRIS FILTER : ON D5600K : WHITE : ON GAIN : ON TAPE AUDIO Turn the MIC/MENU knob until the desired page appears. Push the MIC/MENU knob. The arrow (→) points to the currently selected item.
Page 103 Turn the MIC/MENU knob to change the setting. If you turn the knob quickly, the numeric value changes rapidly. If you turn it slowly, you can make minute adjustments. Canceling a modified value If you push the MENU switch to CANCEL before pushing the MIC/ MENU knob, the setting will return it its original value.
Page 104 4-6-1 Layout of the Status Display on the Viewfinder Screen All items that can be displayed on the viewfinder screen are shown below. Setting change and adjustment progress message display area 12.5V HDW-700A !¡ D5600K 30.0Hz W:A 0dB 15-10 F5.6 !™...
Page 105 1 Extender EX is displayed when a lens extender is used. 2 Camera ID The ID that was set by using the menu is displayed. For information about the camera ID setting, refer to the Maintenance Manual. 3 D5600K mode This indicator is displayed when D5600K mode is used.
Page 106 6 Gain This indicator indicates the gain (in dB) of the video amplifier, as set by the GAIN selector. 7 Self-diagnostics When a fault has been detected in the camcorder, this indicator appears as a flashing question mark (?). 8 Power voltage This indicator indicates the power voltage.
Page 107 !£ Remaining tape This indicator indicates the remaining tape recording time (in minutes) of the VTR. Example of remaining tape indicator Display Tape time remaining F - 30 Full to 30 minutes 30 - 25 30 to 25 minutes 25 - 20 25 to 20 minutes 20 - 15 20 to 15 minutes...
Page 108 4-8 Paint Menu The PAINT menu contains various detail adjustment items such as white clipping. It also enables you to save up to five sets of detail-adjusted data customized to certain shooting scenes (SCENE FILE page). For information about how to set items, see Section 4-5-1 “Basic Use of the Setup Menu”...
Page 109 PAINT menu items Page Item Setting Description FLARE ON, OFF Turns flare correction on or off STATUS GAMMA ON, OFF Turns gamma correction on or off BLACK ON, OFF Turns black gamma correction on or off GAMMA KNEE ON, OFF Turns knee correction on or off WHITE ON, OFF Turns white clipping on or off CLIP...
Page 110 Page Item Setting Description VIDEO WHITE R,G,B -99~0~99 Adjusts the R, G, and B gain LEVEL BLACK -99~0~99 Adjusts the R, G, B, and master R,G,B,M black level FLARE R,G,B -99~0~99 Adjusts the R, G, and B flare level GAMMA -99~0~99 Adjusts the R, G, B, and master R,G,B,M...
Page 111 Page Item Setting Description GAMMA GAMMA -99~0~99 Sets the R, G, B, and master R,G,B,M gamma correction curve BLK GAM -99~0~99 Adjusts the G, G, B, and master R,G,B,M black gamma COARSE 0.40, 0.45, Sets the master gamma correction 0.50 curve in terms of individual steps GAMMA ON, OFF...
Page 112 Page Item Setting Description KNEE POINT -99~0~99 Sets the R, G, B, and master knee R,G,B,M point when the automatic knee function is off SLOPE -99~0~99 Sets the R, G, B, and master knee R,G,B,M slope level when the automatic knee function is off -99~0~99 Sets the R, G, B, and master of the...
Page 113 Page Item Setting Description DETAIL1 DETAIL ON, OFF Turns on or off a function that adds a detail signal for improving resolution LEVEL -99~0~99 Sets the comprehensive level of the detail signal LIMITER -99~0~99 Sets the level for clipping an excessive detail signal CRISPENING -99~0~99 Sets the level for suppression of...
Page 114 Page Item Setting Description SKIN AUTO HUE Sets the operational range of DETAIL the skin-tone detail function automatically SKIN DETAIL ON, OFF Turns on or off the skin-tone detail function which adjusts the skin-tone detail for a specific PHASE 0~359° Adjusts the center phase of the hue being processed by the skin-tone detail function...
Page 115 Page Item Setting Description MATRIX R-G, R-B -99~0~99 Sets arbitrary R-G or R-B user- set matrix coefficients G-R, G-B -99~0~99 Sets arbitrary G-R or G-B user- set matrix coefficients B-R, B-G -99~0~99 Sets arbitrary B-R or B-G user- set matrix coefficients MATRIX ON, OFF Turns the linear matrix...
Page 116 Page Item Setting Description SHUTTER SHUTTER/ ON, OFF Turns SHUTTER or ECS to ON or OFF 1/100 to When SHUTTER/ECS is set to 1/2000, ECS ON, selects the shutter speed or ECS FREQ 30 to When ECS is selected, sets the 7000 Hz ECS frequency S-EVS...
Page 117: File
Page Item Setting Description SCENE Saves and restores a scene file (detail- FILE adjusted data customized to certain shooting scenes) Saving data 1. Move the arrow (→) until it points to FILE STORE and push the MIC/ FILE STORE MENU knob. This causes FILE STORE to flash.
Page 118: Using The Setup Card
4-9 Using the Setup Card You can save the contents of the setup menu in the supplied setup card (which was inserted at the factory). This data enables rapid recreation of suitable setup conditions. 4-9-1 Handling the Setup Card The setup card can be inserted or removed from the camcorder with the power turned on or off.
Page 119 Inserting the setup card Hold the setup card with the “SONY” logo facing you so you can read it, slide it into the insertion slot, and close the lid. Inserting the setup card Note Make sure that you can read the “SONY” logo when you insert the card.
Page 120: Using Data On The Setup Card
4-9-2 Using Data on the Setup Card The operations of saving data to the setup card and reading the saved data from the setup card are done from the OPERATOR FILE page of the OPERATION menu. Writing data to the setup card Following the procedure below.
Page 121 Set the VF DISP switch to MENU. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this MENU is first used, the lowest page number of the previously selected will appear.) Turn the MIC/MENU knob until the OPERATOR FILE page appears, and then push the MIC/MENU knob.
Page 122 • To end the writing of data, push the MENU switch to CANCEL. • To continue the writing of data, go to step 5. Push the MIC/MENU knob. The the setting data stored in the camcorder is written to the card. When the writing is completed, the message “CARD STORE OK”...
Page 123 Updating the data If data is already saved on the setup card, a message asking whether or not that data is to be updated appears when the MIC/MENU knob is pushed in step 5 of the procedure in the previous section (page 4-68). The message is illustrated below.
Page 124 Changing the write protection setting Follow the procedure below. Turn the MIC/MENU knob until the arrow (→) points to PROTECT on the OPERATOR FILE page of the OPERATION menu, and then push the MIC/MENU knob. The arrow (→) changes to a question mark (?). 4-70 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 125 • To enable the write-protection function (the “ON” setting), turn the MIC/MENU knob until the setting changes to ON, and then push the MIC/MENU knob. • To disable the write-protection function (the “OFF” setting), turn the MIC/MENU knob until the setting changes to OFF, and then push the MIC/MENU knob.
Page 126 Reading saved data from a card Follow the procedure below. 2,3,4,6 Reading saved data from a card Set the VF DISP switch to MENU. The page that was on the screen when the last menu operation ended appears on the viewfinder screen. (When this menu is first used, the lowest-numbered one of the currently selected pages appears.) 4-72 Chapter 4 Adjustments and Settings for Recording...
Page 127 Turn the MIC/MENU knob until the OPERATOR FILE page appears, and then push the MIC/MENU knob. Reads data <OPERATOR FILE> READ (CARDmCAM) Writes data WRITE (CAMmCARD) PRESET PROTECT : OFF Reads user-preset data : ππππππππππ CARD ID Indicates write protection function CAM CODE : HDW-700 setting DATE...
Page 128 • To end the reading of data, push the MENU switch to CANCEL. • To continue the reading of data, go to step 6. Note The data read from the card overwrite the data stored in the camcorder. Push the MIC/MENU knob. When the reading is completed, the message “CARD READ OK”...
Page 129 Action NO CARD! No setup card is Insert or reinsert the card. inserted. CARD READ Circuit or card fault. Re-check, and consult a Sony ERROR(flashing) representative. CARD DATA NG! The card contains Do not try to read data written (flashing) data that cannot be with another camcorder.
Page 130 Push the MIC/MENU knob. The arrow ( ) changes to a question mark (?). <OPERATOR FILE> READ (CARDmCAM) WRITE (CAMmCARD) PRESET PROTECT : OFF : ππππππππππ CARD ID Currently set card ID, CAM CODE : HDW-700 or 10 spaces DATE : 1998/JAN/01 Turn the MIC/MENU knob until the character you wish to set appears.
Page 131: Chapter 5 Setting Up The Camcorder
5-1 Power Supply You need to power on the camcorder to adjust the flange focal length and make other adjustments, which are described later. First, prepare the power supply. The following power supplies can be used with the camcorder. • A BP-L60A/L90A lithium-ion battery pack •...
Page 132 Attaching the battery pack Press the battery pack against the back of the camcorder, aligning the side line of the battery pack with the line on the camcorder. Back of camcorder BP-L60A/L90A Align these lines. Slide the battery pack down until its “LOCK” arrow points at the matching line on the camcorder.
Page 133 Detaching the battery pack Holding the button in, pull the battery pack up. L O C K Detaching the battery pack Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 134: Using A Bp-90A Battery Pack
5-1-2 Using a BP-90A Battery Pack The BP-90A Battery Pack can be used. Use of this battery pack requires a DC-L90 Battery Adaptor (not supplied). Before use, charge the battery pack with a BC-210/410 Battery Charger for about 2 hours. For more information, refer to the BC-210/410 manual.
Page 135: Avoiding Breaks In Operation Due To Dead Batteries
Mount the DC-L90 Battery Adaptor on the back of the camcorder. Back of camcorder 5-1-3 Avoiding Breaks in Operation Due to Dead Batteries If you use both an internal battery pack and an external battery connected to the DC IN connector at the same time, you can avoid breaks in operation due to dead batteries.
Page 136: Using An Ac Adaptor
Continuous operation when operating with only an internal battery pack First, connect a fully charged external battery to the DC IN connector, then change the internal battery. Notes • When an internal battery pack is loaded and an external battery is connected to the DC IN connector, the external battery is always used as the power source.
Page 137: Using The Anton Bauer Ultralight System
VTR operation, using the VTR START button on the camcorder or the VTR button on the lens. Contact your Sony representative for more information. When the internal battery (Anton Bauer) begins to fail during Follow the procedure below to change the battery.
Page 138: Adjusting The Viewfinder
5-2 Adjusting the Viewfinder For maximum viewing convenience, you can adjust the viewfinder position in the left-right and backward-forward directions. 5-2-1 Adjusting the Viewfinder Position Adjusting the position to the left or right Adjusting the position to the left or right Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring.
Page 139 Adjusting the position backward or forward Adjusting the position backward or forward Loosen the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Slide the viewfinder longitudinally to the most convenient position. Tighten the viewfinder front-rear positioning lever. Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 140: Detaching The Viewfinder
5-2-2 Detaching the Viewfinder Viewfinder stopper Detaching the viewfinder Point the viewfinder barrel up or down. Loosen the viewfinder left-right positioning ring. Holding the viewfinder stopper up, slide the viewfinder in the direction indicated by the arrow and detach it. 5-10 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 141 Remove the viewfinder cable and microphone cable from the clamps and disconnect them. The viewfinder rotation bracket By fitting a BKW-401 Viewfinder Rotation Bracket (not supplied), you can rotate the viewfinder out of the way so that your right leg does not hit the viewfinder while you are carrying the camcorder.
Page 142: Mounting The Lens
5-3 Mounting the Lens Follow the procedure below to mount the lens. For information about using the lens, refer to the lens manual. Mounting the lens Push the lens locking lever up and remove the lens mount cap from the lens mount. Align the center slot in the lens mount with the center pin on the lens, and insert the lens into the mount.
Page 143: Adjusting The Flange Focal Length
5-4 Adjusting the Flange Focal Length If the lens does not stay in focus properly as you zoom from telephoto to wide angle, adjust the flange focal length (the distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to the imaging plane). Make this adjustment after mounting or changing the lens.
Page 144 Point the camera at the chart by turning the focus ring and focus on Set the zoom ring to wide angle. Turn the Ff ring until the chart is in focus, being careful not to disturb the focus ring. Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the way from wide angle to telephoto.
Page 145: Audio Input System
5-5 Audio Input System 5-5-1 Using the Supplied Microphone You can use the supplied microphone either detached from or attached to the camcorder. Using the microphone detached from the camcorder • • Connect to the MIC IN connector. Set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired recording channel to FRONT.
Page 146 Using the microphone attached to the camcorder Loosen the screw and open the microphone holder. Microphone holder Place the microphone in the microphone holder. Tighten the screw. Place the microphone in the holder so that “UP” is at the top. Close the microphone holder.
Page 147 Plug the microphone cable into the MIC IN connector, and set the AUDIO IN switch for the desired recording channel to FRONT. Connect to the MIC IN connector. 5-17 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 148: Using An External Microphone
5-5-2 Using an External Microphone You can connect up to two external microphones, using the AUDIO IN CH-1 and CH-2 connectors. When you use an external power supply type microphone, set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON. If a microphone you use is not the external power supply type, set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch to MIC.
Page 149 Using an external microphone attached to the camcorder You can attach an external microphone to the camcorder by using the CAC-12 Microphone Holder (not supplied). Additionally, by using the CRS-3P Cradle Suspension (not supplied), you can reduce the mechanical vibration noise from the VTR, and can also attach a long microphone.
Page 150 Remove the external microphone holder attachment screws. Attach the CAC-12 Microphone Holder. Screws removed in step 2 CAC-12 5-20 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 151 Open the CAC-12 and remove the microphone adaptor. Loosen the screw. Open the CAC-12. Microphone adaptor Mount the assembly from step 1 in the CAC-12. Tighten the screw. Close the CAC-12. (Continued) 5-21 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 152 Mount the microphone into the cradle suspension. Microphone Connect the microphone cable to the AUDIO IN connector for channel 1 or 2. Set the corresponding AUDIO IN switch to REAR. Set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch to +48 V ON or MIC in accordance with the type of the microphone power supply.
Page 153: Attaching A Uhf Portable Tuner (For A Uhf Wireless Microphone System)
5-5-3 Attaching a UHF Portable Tuner (for a UHF Wireless Microphone System) To use a Sony UHF wireless microphone system, fit the WRR-28M/810/ 860 UHF Portable Tuner. For each of these UHF portable tuners, use the following attachment procedure. (The WRR-28M is taken as an example below.)
Page 154 Mount the tuner on the WRR tuner fitting. WRR-28M • • L O C K Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN connector for channel 1 or channel 2. Set the LINE/MIC/ +48 V ON switch for the channel to which...
Page 155 Using a BP-90A Battery Pack Before attempting the following attachment, make sure that a BP-90A Battery Pack is contained in the DC-L90 Battery Adaptor. Attach the BETACAM holder kit supplied with the tuner to the battery adaptor. BETACAM holder kit •...
Page 156 Connect the tuner power cord to the DC OUT connector of the camcorder, and the audio output cable to the AUDIO IN connector for channel 1 or channel 2. Set the LINE/MIC/ +48 V ON switch for the channel to which the audio out cable is attached to MIC.
Page 157: Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment
5-5-4 Connecting Line Input Audio Equipment Connect the audio output connector of the audio equipment that supplies the line input signal to the AUDIO IN CH-1 or CH-2 connector. Set the LINE/MIC/+48 V ON switch for the channel to which the audio signal source is connected to LINE.
Page 158: Tripod Mounting
5-6 Tripod Mounting You can easily mount and dismount the camcorder on a tripod by using the supplied tripod adaptor. Attach the tripod adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor Select the screw hole in the tripod adaptor which best fits the screw on your tripod Camera mount camera mount and thus gives...
Page 159 Removing the camcorder from the tripod adaptor Press the red button against the lever and move the lever in the direction indicated by the arrow Red button Lever Removing the camcorder from the tripod adapter Note The tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position even after the camcorder is removed.
Page 160: Attaching The Shoulder Strap
5-7 Attaching the Shoulder Strap Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown below. Shoulder strap post Attaching the shoulder strap 5-30 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 161 Attaching Pull up the strap to lock the fitting. Clip ∫ Attaching the shoulder strap Removing Press here and pull in the direction shown by the arrow to release. ∫ Removing the shoulder strap 5-31 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 162: Adjusting The Shoulder Pad Position
5-8 Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position You can shift the shoulder pad from its center position (factory setting) backward or forward by up to 10 mm (3/8 inch). This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder.
Page 163: Putting On The Rain Cover
5-9 Putting On the Rain Cover Attach the rain cover as illustrated below. You can insert and remove cassette tapes, operate various switches and controls, and mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor with the rain cover attached. To hold the grip, insert To attach the shoulder your hand here.
Page 164 You can operate switches and knobs on the camcorder from here. To replace the BP-L60A / L90A Battery Pack, insert and remove the battery packs here. To fit the WRR-28M / 810 / 860 Front of UHF Portable Tuner, open the camcorder velcro tape.
Page 165 Front of Bottom of camcorder camcorder Close the velcro tape. Back of √ camcorder Front of camcorder To mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor, attach it through Back of these holes. camcorder 5-35 Chapter 5 Setting Up the Camcorder...
Page 166: Connecting The Remote Control Unit
5-10 Connecting the Remote Control Unit Connecting the RCP-700 Series Remote Control Unit (not supplied) enables remote control of the principal camera functions. Turning the POWER switch of the camcorder to ON when the remote control unit is connected to the REMOTE connector (8-pin) automatically puts the camcorder into remote control mode.
Page 167 Connecting the MSU-700 Master Setup Unit (not supplied) Connecting the MSU-700 Master Setup Unit enables various camera settings and adjustments to be made. Note To use the MSU-700 Master Setup Unit, install the HKCF-700 HD Master Setup Kit (not supplied). Refer to the Maintenance Manual for more information.
Page 169: Chapter 6 Maintenance
6-1 Testing the Camcorder Before Shooting Check the functions of the camcorder before setting out for a shooting session, preferably by operating the camcorder together with a color video monitor. 6-1-1 Preparations for Testing • • Attach a fully charged battery pack. Set the POWER switch to ON and check that the HUMID indicator does not appear and that the BATT indicators shows at least five segments.
Page 170: Testing The Camera
Condensation If you move the camcorder from a very cold place to a warm place, or use it in a damp location, condensation may form on the head drum. Then, if the camcorder is operated in this state, the tape may adhere to the drum and cause a failure or even permanent damage.
Page 171 Testing the viewfinder Adjust the position of the viewfinder. Check that the color bars are displayed in the viewfinder, and adjust the BRIGHT, CONTRAST, and PEAKING controls to give the best color bar display. (1) Set the VF DISP switch to MENU and check that the setup menu is displayed on the viewfinder screen.
Page 172 Check each of the following operations and make sure that the indicator lights if the corresponding item has been turned on in the '!' LED page. (1) Set the gain to anything but 0 dB by using the GAIN selector and the GAIN SW page of the OPERATION menu.
Page 173 Testing the iris and zoom functions Set the zoom to automatic zoom mode and check that the power zoom operates correctly. Set the zoom to manual zoom mode and check the zoom functions manually. Set the iris switch on the lens to AUTO and point the camera at objects of different brightness.
Page 174: Testing The Vtr
6-1-3 Testing the VTR Perform tests (1) to (6) consecutively. (1) Testing the tape transport functions Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to SAVE and check that the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes on. Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY and check that the VTR SAVE indicator in the viewfinder goes off.
Page 175 Turn on the LIGHT switch and check that the display panel is illuminated. Hold down the REW button to rewind the tape for a while, then press the PLAY button. Check that the rewind and playback functions operate normally. Press the STOP button and press the F FWD button. Check that the fast forward function operates normally.
Page 176 (4) Testing the earphone and speaker Set the VTR SAVE/STBY switch to STBY. Turn the MONITOR control and check that the speaker volume changes accordingly. Connect an earphone to the EARPHONE jack. Check that the speaker sound is cut off and that you can hear the sound from the microphone in the earphone.
Page 177 (6) Checking the functions of the user bits and time code Set the user bits as required. For more information see Section 4-4-1 “Setting the User Bits” (page 4-17). Set the time code. For more information, see Section 4-4-2 “Setting the Time Code” (page 4-19). Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to R-RUN.
Page 178: Maintenance
6-2 Maintenance 6-2-1 Cleaning the Video Heads To clean the video heads, use a Sony BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette. Follow the instructions given with the cleaning cassette, as incorrect or excessive use could damage the video heads. To clean the heads, follow the procedure below.
Page 179 Fog-proof filter Depending on the temperature and humidity, the protecting filter may mist because of vapor or your breath. To ensure that the viewfinder is always clear, replace the protecting filter with a fog-proof filter (Part No. 1-547-341-11, not supplied). Fitting the fog-proof filter Replace the protecting filter on the packing ring with the fog-proof filter.
Page 180: Operation Warnings
6-3 Operation Warnings When a problem occurs either at power on or during operation, warnings are given by the WARNING indicator and TALLY indicator, in the display panel, and in the viewfinder. The speaker and earphone also give audible warnings. Operation warnings Display panel Indicators in the viewfinder...
Page 181 Sony representative. Servo lock lost. Recording continues but is Turn off the power and consult your Sony substandard. representative. Note that this indication may be given momentarily when the tape starts moving, but this does not indicate a problem.
Page 182 Notes on CCD image sensors Vertical smear Smear tends to be produced when an extremely bright object is being shot; it is more likely to occur with a faster electronic shutter speed. Vertical tails show on the image. Bright object (mercury lamp, the sun, reflections, etc.) Monitor screen Vertical smear...
Page 183: Appendix
Specifications Power voltage +5.0 V DC −1.0 Power consumption 40 W (with 12 V DC supply, when recording) Operating temperature 0°C to +40°C (32°F to 104°F) Operating humidity 25% to 85% (relative humidity) Storage temperature −20°C to +60°C (−4°F to +140°F) Mass Approx.
Page 184: Video Camera Section
Video Camera Section General Imager -inch frame-interline-transfer type CCD with 2,000,000 pixels Effective picture elements 1920(H) x 1080(V) Imager Configuration RGB 3 CCDs Spectral system F1.4 prism system (with quartz filter) Built-in filters CC filter A: Cross filter B: 3200K C: 4300K D: 6300K ND filter...
Page 185: Vtr Section
Lens mount Special bayonet type Sensitivity 89.9% reflection chart, 2000 lx (F8 standard) VTR Section General Usable cassette tapes BCT-22HD/40HD -inch HDCAM cassette tapes Tape speed approx. 96.7 mm/s Record/playback time 40 minutes (using BCT-40HD video cassette) Fast forward time Approx.
Page 186 Digital video Digital video signal Sampling frequency 74.25 MHz 37.125 MHz Quantization 10 bits/sample (8 bits/sample for compression processing) Compression Coefficient recording system Channel coding S-NRZI PR-IV Error correction Reed-Solomon code Error concealment Adaptive three dimensional Audio (with standard playback machine) +0.5 Frequency response 20 Hz to 20 kHz...
Page 187 GENLOCK IN (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω TC IN (BNC type) 0.5 V to 18 Vp-p, 10 k Ω Signal outputs MONITOR OUT (BNC type) (Y, P 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω, unbalanced AUDIO OUT (XLR, 3-pin, male) 0 dBm TC OUT (BNC type) 1.0 Vp-p, 75 Ω...
Page 188: Supplied Accessories
Supplied Accessories HD Electronic Viewfinder (HDVF-20) (1) Microphone (super cardioid directional, external power supply type) (1) Tripod Adaptor (VCT-14) (1) Shoulder Strap (1) Rain Cover (1) Setup Card (BCS-1) (1) Tuner Fitting (1) Operation Manual (1) Maintenance Manual (1) Recommended Additional Equipment Power supply and related equipment BP-L60A/L90A Battery Pack BP-90A Battery Pack...
Page 189 ND filter ( ND) (Part No. 3-174-683-01) Cross filter (Part No. 3-174-682-01) Mount ring (Part No. 3-186-442-01) Consult your Sony representative for more information about these filters. Equipment for remote control RCP-700 Series Remote Control Unit RM-B150 Remote Control Unit...
Page 190 Equipment for maintenance and easier handling BCT-HD12CL Cleaning Cassette LC-HD7 Carrying Case LC-304SFT Soft Carrying Case EX-410 Extension Circuit Board Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Appendix...
Page 191: Glossary
Glossary Aliasing Distortion that occurs when an analog signal is sampled to create a digital signal. Bayonet mount A type of lens mount. The lens can be inserted into the lens mount and quickly locked in place by simply rotating a lens locking ring. Black balance adjustment To balance the black levels of the R, G, and B channels of a video camera so that black has no color.
Page 192 Center marker A cross that indicates the center of the image on the viewfinder screen. Control signal in the form of regular pulses recorded along a longitudinal track on the video tape. By counting these pulses, it is possible to determine the number of frames, and hence the tape running time.
Page 193 Dynamic Contrast Control. Also called automatic knee. A video camera containing a DCC circuit can handle a wide dynamic range of luminance by automatically varying the knee point and knee slope. Drop frame mode To eliminate the discrepancy between the actual time and the time code value generated by the time code generator when the field frequency is 59.94 Hz, drop frame mode drops two frames (frames 00 and 01) from the time code value at the beginning of each minute except every tenth...
Page 194 See also Flange focal length. Frame Interline Transfer. A type of CCD imager featuring substantially reduced vertical smear. Flange focal length The distance from the plane of the lens mounting flange to the image focal plane. Abbreviated to Ff. Flare Dark or colored flashes caused by signal overload through extreme light reflections of polished objects or very bright lights.
Page 195 Horizontal resolution The capability of a video camera or a display unit to preserve detail in the horizontal direction. Usually expressed as the number of vertical lines that can be distinguished in the reproduced image of a test chart. Hunting Repeated brightening and darkening of an image resulting from repeated response to automatic iris control.
Page 196 Sawtooth waveform A form of signal resembling the teeth of a saw. A video signal having a sawtooth waveform is used to check linearity and other characteristics of video amplifiers. Shutter speed The length of time for which the shutter stays open. The higher the shutter speed, the more clearly a moving object can be shot.
Page 197 Vertical smear A bright vertical line that appears on the screen when shooting a very bright object with a CCD camera. Also called smear. Video gain Amount of amplification for video signals, expressed in decibels (dB). VITC Vertical Interval Time Code. A time code recorded on video tape in two horizontal lines during each vertical blanking interval of a video signal.
Page 198 Zebra pattern In a video camera, striped patterns that appear in the viewfinder screen to indicate areas of the image where the video level is approximately 70% and 100%. Used to confirm the video level of the subject. If a zebra pattern appears on the skin when the subject is a human being, that is a correct exposure.
Page 199 Index level meter 2-38, 4-14 line input 5-27 AC-550 AC Adaptor 1-5, 2-1, 5-1, testing the audio functions Accessory attachments 2-3 AUDIO IN switches 2-7 AC power supply 1-5, 5-6 AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors Adjusting the flange focal length and LINE/MIC switches 2-8 5-13 AUDIO LEVEL CH-1/CH-2 Adjustments and settings for...
Page 200 Using the BP-90A Battery procedure 4-25 Pack 1-5, 5-4 releasing time code Using the BP-L60A/L90A synchronization 4-27 Battery Pack 1-5, 2-1, 5-1, 5- setting the user bits 4-26 Cameraman tally indicator 2-16 BC-210/410 1-5, 5-4 Cassette tape BC-L100 1-5, 5-1 loading 3-1 BCT-HD12CL 6-10, A-8 preventing accidental...
Page 201 Equipment setup adjusting the flange focal D5600K mode indicator 4-35, 4-43 length 5-13 DCC function 2-20 adjusting the shoulder pad DC IN connector 2-1 position 5-32 DC-L90 1-5, 2-1, 5-4, 5-25 adjusting the viewfinder 5-8 DC OUT connector 2-8 attaching the shoulder strap 5- DF/NDF switch 2-34 DIAG button 2-36 audio input system 5-15...
Page 202 F-stop indicator 4-36, 4-43 HDVF-20 A-6 F FWD button and indicator 2-25 Head cleaning 6-10 Filter HKCF-700 1-4, 5-37, A-7 CC filter 2-18, 4-6 HOLD button 2-32 filter indicator 4-35, 4-43 HUMID indicator 2-39, 3-5, 6-1, fog-proof filter 6-11 6-12 ND filter 2-18, 4-6 protecting filter 6-10 I, J, K...
Page 203 Maintenance ND filter 2-18, 4-6 video head cleaning 6-10 Notes on CCD image sensors 6-14 viewfinder cleaning 6-10 MAINTENANCE menu 4-30 Menu OPERATION menu DIAG DISP menu 4-30 finding a page 4-39 INDEX menu 4-30 lighting the ‘!’ LED MAINTENANCE menu 4-30 indicator 4-40 OPERATION menu 4-29, items 4-38...
Page 204 Power voltage indicator 4-36, 4-43 P, Q Precautions 1-6 Page PRESET/REGEN switch 2-33, AUTO IRIS page 4-38, 4-48 4-19, 4-20 BATTERY/D56 4-38, 4-50 Protecting filter 6-10 CONTENTS 4-38, 4-39 Putting on the rain cover 5-33 GAIN SW page 4-38, 4-45 MARKER page 4-38, 4-42 OPERATOR FILE page 4-38, 4-52...
Page 205 MSU-700 Master Setup PAINT menu 4-29, 4-54 Unit 1-4, 2-22, 5-36, 5-37, TOP menu 4-28 SHIFT button 2-32 RCP-700 Series Remote Shooting Control Unit 1-4, 2-22, 5-36, See Recording. 5-37, A-7 Shooting conditions 2-18 RM-B150 Remote Control Shoulder pad Unit 1-4, 2-22, 5-36, 5-37, adjusting the position 5-32 feature 2-4 RESET button 2-32...
Page 206 S-EVS mode 4-9 Testing the iris and zoom functions 6-5 Supplied accessories A-6 System configuration 1-4 Time code checking 6-9 displaying 2-32, 2-40 free run mode 2-33 TALLY indicator 2-36 free run/recording run TALLY switch 2-15, 2-36 switch 2-33 TAPE END indicator 2-38, 6-12 preset/regeneration switch Tape (See also Cassette tape.) 2-33...
Page 207 VITC 1-3, 4-18, 4-21, 4-22 User bits specifications A-3 checking 6-9 testing 6-6 displaying 2-32, 2-40 operation and status memory 4-18 indicators 2-39 resetting 2-32, 4-18 features 1-3 setting 4-17 VTR buttons 3-9 synchronization 4-26 VTR SAVE/STBY switch 2-25 Using the supplied microphone VTR START button 2-25 5-15 WARNING indicator 2-37, 6-12...
Page 208: Index
Zebra pattern 2-13 ZEBRA switch 2-15 Zoom position indicator 4-36, 4-43 testing 6-5 I-10 Index...
Page 210 Name Office Address Phone...
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Sony HDW-700A Operation Manual

Chapter 1 Overview

Chapter 3 Recording and Playback

Chapter 5 Setting up the Camcorder

Chapter 6 Maintenance

Appendix

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