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Sony BURANO MPC-2610 Operating Instructions Manual

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5-056-098-12 (1)
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Digital Motion Picture Camera
BURANO
Operating Instructions
MPC-2610
Firmware Version 1.0
© 2023 Sony Corporation

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  • Page 1 5-056-098-12 (1) Digital Motion Picture Camera BURANO Operating Instructions MPC-2610 Firmware Version 1.0 © 2023 Sony Corporation...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Network Menu ..........61 1. Overview 6. Connecting External Devices Maintenance Menu ......... 65 System Configuration........3 Connecting External Monitors and Recording Image Quality Settings Saved for Each Shooting Devices ............105 Location and Function of Parts ......4 Mode ............66 External Synchronization ......

  • Page 3: Overview

    1. Overview System Configuration Rod Clamp (A-2182-621-) Microphone Holder assembly (X-2596-733-) Screws P2.6×8 (2) (7-627-556-98) ECM-680S*, ECM-678, UWP-D21 SMAD-P5 URX-P03D SMAD-P3D XLR-K3M HVL-LBPC ECM-674, ECM-MS2 UWP-D22 Multi-Interface Wireless Multi-Interface XLR Adaptor Kit Video Light Microphone UWP-D26 Shoe Adaptor Microphone Shoe Adaptor * EC-0.5X5F3M is required (receiver: Receiver...

  • Page 4: Location And Function Of Parts

    1. Overview Location and Function of Parts clips screen is displayed to return to the on. Press again to stop recording, turning the Operator Switch Side shooting screen. REC lamp off (page 82). Access indicators A/B (page 18) ASSIGN (assignable) lamp 3 (page 100) CFexpress Type B card The lamp is lit orange when the assigned SLOT SELECT (CFexpress Type B memory...
  • Page 5 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts ND STEP/VARIABLE switch (page 95) Air outlet Connector Side [Note] PL-mount adaptor (page 15) Do not cover the air outlet. CFexpress Type B card slot section Grip remote control connector (page 18) Connect to the grip remote control (option). REMOTE connector The CFexpress Type B card slots are located Connect to general-purpose LANC jack...
  • Page 6 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts Front Rear PL lens electrical contact (top) HDMI OUT connector (page 105) Network connector (RJ-45) PL lens electrical contact (side) Connect to a wired LAN network using a SDI OUT 1 connector (page 105) ASSIGN (assignable) button 3 (page 100) LAN cable (not supplied) for stable network Supports 12G-SDI output.
  • Page 7 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts Air inlet [Note] Do not cover the air inlet. Recording/tally lamp Lit during recording, and flashes when the remaining capacity on the recording media or battery is low. Battery attachment terminal (page 13) Battery pack mount (page 13) Battery release lever (page 13) Handle connector...
  • Page 8 1. Overview: Location and Function of Parts Bottom LCD Monitor HOME H&V FLIP ASSIGN (assignable) button 11 HOME button (page 21) (page 100) Press to display the Home screen. [Tip] ITEM buttons 1 to 6 (page 25) You can switch between video monitoring mode Use to operate the Home screen and playback Tripod plate attachment holes for controlling various operations from the shooting...

  • Page 9: Using The Touch Panel

    1. Overview Using the Touch Panel Touch Panel Usage Precautions Touch Panel Gestures Configuring the Touch Panel The LCD monitor of the unit is a touch panel, Touch panel operation can be enabled/ which you operate directly by touch using disabled using Touch Operation (page 58) Lightly touch an item, such as an icon or menu your finger.

  • Page 10: Preparation

    2. Preparation Attaching the Handle and Viewfinder To remove the handle Attaching the Handle Align the  mark on the viewfinder Attach the viewfinder mount adaptor to connector of the unit with the  mark on the rear of the LCD monitor and turn the Unscrew the four hex screws using a hex locking knob clockwise to secure it in cable plug from the LCD monitor, and...
  • Page 11 2. Preparation: Attaching the Handle and Viewfinder Attaching the Viewfinder (when Attach the viewfinder loupe by sliding it Attach the viewfinder mount adaptor to into the groove on the top of the LCD the side of the LCD monitor and turn the not using the viewfinder loupe) monitor as shown in the diagram.
  • Page 12 2. Preparation: Attaching the Handle and Viewfinder Example setup when using the LCD Place the cable into the cable holders monitor as a control panel (three locations). You can mount the LCD monitor by attaching the side of the viewfinder mount adaptor to the arm as shown below.

  • Page 13: Power Supply

    Checking the remaining capacity Using AC Power (DC IN Power) supply from an AC adaptor. For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and When recording or playback is in progress AC adaptors listed below. using the battery pack, the current battery...

  • Page 14: Setting The Clock

    2. Preparation Setting the Clock When you use the unit for the first time, the initial setup screen appears on the LCD monitor when the power is turned on. Set the date and time of the internal clock using this screen. Time Zone The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time).

  • Page 15: Mounting A Lens And Adjusting The

    For details about available lenses for the unit, contact a Adjusting the flange focal length Adjusting the Flange Focal Length Secure the lens by turning the PL-mount Sony service representative. lever clockwise while holding the lens. [Caution] Remove the six Torx screws and remove Do not leave the lens facing the sun.
  • Page 16 2. Preparation: Mounting a Lens and Adjusting the Flange Focal Length To attach the PL-mount adaptor Removing the PL-Mount Adaptor Reattach the PL-mount flange in its original position, and tighten the six Torx screws to a tightening torque of 0.35 N·m Check that the E-mount lever is in the Remove the PL-mount adaptor when you using a T8 torque wrench.
  • Page 17 Control may not be supported with some E-mount lenses. Use a recommended lens. For details about available lenses for the unit, contact a Remove the PL-mount adaptor Sony service representative. (page 16). To remove the lens Push the lock switch up, and turn the...

  • Page 18: Handling Cfexpress Type B Memory Cards

    2. Preparation Handling CFexpress Type B Memory Cards Use the Sony CFexpress Type B memory cards* listed in “Recommended Recording Media” in the Inserting a Memory Card Ejecting a Memory Card unit. For details on operations with media from other manufacturers, refer to the operating instructions for the media or consult the manufacturer’s information.
  • Page 19 2. Preparation: Handling CFexpress Type B Memory Cards When formatting is completed, a Memory card replacement timing If restoration fails completion message is displayed. Press the multi-function dial to dismiss the • When the total remaining recording time on • Memory cards on which memory errors message.

  • Page 20: Handling Utility Sd Cards

    2. Preparation Handling Utility SD Cards The UTILITY SD card is used for proxy recording Removing an SD Card Select Execute. and storing/loading settings. It is also used for A message is displayed while formatting future upgrades (software update). is in progress, and the access indicator is Press the SD card in slightly, then remove the lit red.

  • Page 21: Camera Operations

    3. Camera Operations LCD Monitor Screen Structure The LCD monitor screen operates in two modes centered around the Home screen: video monitoring mode where you can check settings while monitoring the video, and information display mode where you can check and change information and settings. You can switch between modes using the HOME button. The status screen, full menu screen, playback screen, and clips screen can be displayed in each mode.

  • Page 22: Shooting Screen/Playback Screen

    3. Camera Operations Shooting Screen/Playback Screen In video monitoring mode, the unit status and settings are displayed around the image on the Recording mode and slot A/B status When LUT Off is selected, the Color Gamut LCD monitor during shooting (recording/standby) and playback. indicator, Interval Rec recording interval value is displayed.
  • Page 23 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Screen/Playback Screen Shutter indicator (page 95) ND filter indicator (page 95) Display Meaning PL-mount Displays the density of the ND filter. adaptor Display Meaning Image stabilization ON Display Meaning Auto mode (Active) attached Auto mode Image stabilization ON Base ISO/Base Sensitivity indicator Bokeh control mode (Standard)
  • Page 24 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Screen/Playback Screen Information Displayed on the Screen During Playback Icon Display The following information is superimposed on the playback picture. Network connection icon display 004/004 Network mode Connection status Icon Access point mode Operating as an access point Access point operation error Station mode Wi-Fi connection...

  • Page 25: Home Screen

    3. Camera Operations Home Screen Press the HOME button to display the Home screen. You can check the status of the unit and set Item Name/Setting Value/Function Display Area basic settings for the unit on the Home screen. ITEM button 1 ITEM button 2 ITEM button 3 Item name/...
  • Page 26 3. Camera Operations: Home Screen Status Display Area Operations on the Home Screen Press the HOME button. Move the cursor to the item or setting The Home screen appears. value using the  button (ITEM button 1) or  button (ITEM button 4). Press the Set button (ITEM button 3) to apply the setting.
  • Page 27 3. Camera Operations: Home Screen Home Screen Items Item Description ND Filter Sets the ND filter position. Enabled only when the ND STEP/VARIABLE switch is in the STEP position. The settings that can be configured for each item are given below. For details about items with Look Sets the look (page 49).

  • Page 28: Status Screen

    3. Camera Operations Status Screen You can check the settings and status of the Project status screen Audio status screen Display item Description unit on the status screen. The settings of items Monitor CH* Monitor channel setting marked with an asterisk (*) can be changed. Displays the basic settings related to the Displays the input setting, audio level meter, The status screen supports touch operation.
  • Page 29 3. Camera Operations: Status Screen Assignable Button status screen Battery status screen File Transfer status screen Display item Description Media B Displays the remaining Displays the functions assigned to each of the Displays information about the battery and DC Displays file transfer information. remaining capacity of recording media assignable buttons.
  • Page 30 3. Camera Operations: Status Screen Using Touch-enabled Settings Screens Screen layout Item Item name Set (apply) button Mark indicating current setting Setting selection cursor (orange frame) Selection options Operation Tap a setup item. Drag or flick a setting to select the value. Flick The selection options for the value Tap the Set button or the value selection...

  • Page 31: Full Menu Configuration And Hierarchy

    3. Camera Operations Full Menu Configuration and Hierarchy Press and hold the MENU button to display Full Menu Hierarchy Shooting ISO/Gain/EI TC/Media Timecode the full menu on the LCD monitor to specify ND Filter TC Display various items for shooting and playback. The Shutter Users Bit full menu comprises the following menus.
  • Page 32 3. Camera Operations: Full Menu Configuration and Hierarchy Technical Color Bars ND Dial Rec/Tally LOCK Switch Settings Touch Operation Rec Review Zoom Handle Zoom Menu Settings Menu Page On/Off Fan Control Lens Video Light Set Camera Battery Alarm Camera DC IN Alarm Network Network Setup Wireless LAN...

  • Page 33: Full Menu Operations

    3. Camera Operations Full Menu Operations Press and hold the MENU button to display Setting Menu Items Entering a Character String Locking and Unlocking the Menu the full menu on the LCD monitor to specify detailed settings (menu can also be displayed on an external HDMI monitor in video Press the 8-way D-pad buttons or turn the When you select an item, such as a file name,...
  • Page 34 • It is recommended that you leave a record of the Magnifier >Focus Mag Monitoring >Marker Marker passcode nearby, just in case it is forgotten. If you do forget the passcode number, contact your Sony Button Target >Setting service representative.

  • Page 35: User Menu

    3. Camera Operations User Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item (factory default). User Menu item Description Focus Shooting >Focus item Auto Exposure Shooting >Auto Exposure item Noise Suppression Shooting >Noise Suppression item Image Stabilization Shooting >Image Stabilization item Rec Format Project >Rec Format item...

  • Page 36: Edit User Menu

    3. Camera Operations Edit User Menu The Edit User menu is displayed at the top level when Edit User Menu is selected in the User menu. Edit User Menu item Sub-item setting Description Add Item Adds a menu item to the User menu. Add an item to the User menu Customize Reset...

  • Page 37: Shooting Menu

    3. Camera Operations Shooting Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Shooting >ISO/Gain/EI Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets gain settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Shooting >ISO/Gain/EI Sets gain settings. Sets the exposure index.
  • Page 38 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting >ND Filter Shooting >Shutter Sets the display mode used to express the ND filter light transmittance level. Sets electronic shutter operation. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Display Mode Optical Density / Transmittance Sets the display mode used to express Shutter...
  • Page 39 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting >Shutter Shooting >Auto Exposure Sets electronic shutter operation. Sets automatic exposure adjustment settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description 23.99 to 8000 Sets the ECS frequency when ECS mode Auto ND Filter On / Turns the ND filter transmittance level is selected.
  • Page 40 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting >Auto Exposure Shooting >White Sets automatic exposure adjustment settings. Sets white balance settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Detect / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / Custom Sets the light metering range for Tint –99 to +99 (±0)
  • Page 41 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting >Focus Shooting >S&Q Motion Sets focus settings. Sets Slow & Quick Motion mode settings (page 101). Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description AF Subj. Shift 1(Locked On) / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5(Responsive) Sets the sensitivity for changing subject Setting...
  • Page 42 3. Camera Operations: Shooting Menu Shooting >Noise Suppression Shooting >Image Stabilization Sets noise suppression settings. Sets image stabilization settings (page 97). Menu item Sub-item setting Description [Tip] The Setting(Custom) and Level(Custom) settings are reflected in the Target Display setting (page 66). Stabilization Auto / Manual...

  • Page 43: Project Menu

    3. Camera Operations Project Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Project >Rec Format Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets recording format settings. Project >Base Setting Menu item Sub-item setting Description Sets base settings.
  • Page 44 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project >Rec Format Project >Interval Rec Sets recording format settings. Sets interval recording mode settings (page 101). Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Video Format 24 X-OCN(LT) – Setting On / Turns interval recording mode on/off.
  • Page 45 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project >SDI/HDMI Rec Control Project >Assignable Button Sets SDI/HDMI recording control settings. Sets function assignments to assignable buttons. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Setting / SDI/HDMI Remote I/F / Parallel Rec Sets recording start/stop control of an <1>...
  • Page 46 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project >Assignable Button Project >Assignable Button Sets function assignments to assignable buttons. Sets function assignments to assignable buttons. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description <1> to <11>, ATW Hold: <1> to <11>, LUT On/Off<: Focus Hold Pauses ATW function operation.
  • Page 47 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project >Assignable Button Project >Assignable Dial Sets function assignments to assignable buttons. Sets function assignments for assignable dial and sets rotation direction. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description <1> to <11>, Marker: Grip/Remote Off / ISO/Gain/EI / ND Filter / IRIS /...
  • Page 48 3. Camera Operations: Project Menu Project >User File Sets settings related to user file operations. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Load from Execute / Cancel Loads user file settings from an SD card. UTILITY SD Execute: Execute function. Save to Execute / Cancel Saves user file settings to an SD card.

  • Page 49: Paint/Look Menu

    3. Camera Operations Paint/Look Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Paint/Look >Base Look Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets settings related to the base look. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Paint/Look >Scene File Sets settings related to scene files.
  • Page 50 3. Camera Operations: Paint/Look Menu Paint/Look >Detail Paint/Look >Multi Matrix Sets detail adjustment settings. Sets multi matrix correction settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Setting / Off Turns the detail function on/off. Setting On / Turns the multi matrix correction function on/off.

  • Page 51: Tc/Media Menu

    3. Camera Operations TC/Media Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. TC/Media >HDMI TC Out Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets settings related to timecode output when using HDMI. TC/Media >Timecode Menu item Sub-item setting Description...

  • Page 52: Monitoring Menu

    3. Camera Operations Monitoring Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Monitoring >Display On/Off Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets display item settings. Monitoring >Output Format Menu item Sub-item setting Description Sets output format settings.
  • Page 53 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring >Display On/Off Monitoring >Marker Sets display item settings. Sets marker display settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Video Signal Off / Waveform / Vector / Histogram Safety Area 80% / / 92.5% / 95% Selects the size of the safety zone marker Monitor (as a percentage of total screen size).
  • Page 54 3. Camera Operations: Monitoring Menu Monitoring >Gamma Display Assist Sets gamma display assist settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Setting / Off Turns the gamma display assist function on/off in Custom mode when Target Display is set to HDR(HLG). Monitoring >Peaking Sets peaking settings.

  • Page 55: Audio Menu

    3. Camera Operations Audio Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Audio >Audio Input Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets audio input settings. Refer to “Block Diagrams” (page 129). Menu item Sub-item setting Description Audio >Audio Input...
  • Page 56 3. Camera Operations: Audio Menu Audio >Audio Input Audio >Audio Output Sets audio input settings. Sets audio output settings. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description CH1 Level Input without XLR adaptor Sets the combination of audio input level Monitor CH CH1/CH2 / CH3/CH4 / MIX ALL / CH1 / Selects the audio channel output to the...

  • Page 57: Clip Operations Menu

    3. Camera Operations Clip Operations Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Clip Operations >Transfer Clip (Proxy) Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Transfers proxy clips. Clip Operations [Note] Transfer Clip (Proxy) cannot be configured when a password is not configured using Network Setup in the Menu item Sub-item setting Description...

  • Page 58: Technical Menu

    3. Camera Operations Technical Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Technical >Rec Review Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets recording review settings. Technical >Color Bars Menu item Sub-item setting Description Sets color bar settings.
  • Page 59 3. Camera Operations: Technical Menu Technical >Menu Page On/Off Technical >Lens Sets settings related to the status screen display. Sets settings related to lenses. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Project / Off Turns the Project status screen display Shading Auto / Auto(Low) / Off...
  • Page 60 Sets the threshold value for displaying Battery the “Battery End” warning when using a non-Sony battery. Detected Sony Info Battery / Sony Battery / Other Displays the result of automatic battery Battery Battery / DC IN pack type detection. Technical >Camera DC IN Alarm Sets input voltage alarm settings.

  • Page 61: Network Menu

    3. Camera Operations Network Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Network >AP Mode Settings Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Sets settings related to access point mode connections. Network >Network Setup Menu item Sub-item setting Description...
  • Page 62 3. Camera Operations: Network Menu Network >ST Mode Settings Network >ST Mode Settings Sets settings related to station mode connections. Sets settings related to station mode connections. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Scan Detects wireless LAN networks (access Manual Registers settings for manual connection Networks...
  • Page 63 3. Camera Operations: Network Menu Network >Wired LAN Network >File Transfer Sets settings related to wired LAN connections. Sets settings related to file transfers. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Menu item Sub-item setting Description Camera Enable / Disable Sets whether to enable remote control Auto Upload On / Turns original clip auto upload on/off.
  • Page 64 3. Camera Operations: Network Menu Network >File Transfer Sets settings related to file transfers. Menu item Sub-item setting Description Server Display Name Sets the display name shown in the Settings1 transfer destination setup menu. Service Displays the type of server. Host Name Sets the host name of the transfer destination server.

  • Page 65: Maintenance Menu

    3. Camera Operations Maintenance Menu This section describes the function and settings of each menu item. Maintenance >All Reset Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 18dB). Resets settings to factory defaults. Maintenance >Language Menu item Sub-item setting Description Sets the display language.

  • Page 66: Mode

    3. Camera Operations Image Quality Settings Saved for Each Shooting Mode The current status of some configuration items related to image quality are saved in the following shooting modes. Common items are saved in all shooting modes. For items saved separately, when you change the shooting mode, the corresponding settings that are saved are applied for the target shooting mode.

  • Page 67: Saving And Loading Configuration Data

    3. Camera Operations Saving and Loading Configuration Data Configuration Data Loading a User File / ALL File For a user file, select User File >Save to Select Execute. UTILITY SD (page 48) >Execute in the [Notes] Project menu of the full menu. •...

  • Page 68: Clip Operations

    3. Camera Operations Clip Operations When you press the CLIPS button (page 4), clips recorded on the memory card are displayed on the clips screen. You can select a clip on the clips screen and play that clip. On the clips screen, you can operate the clips or check clip properties using the Clip Operations menu of the full menu. In information display mode, you can control playback on the LCD monitor (playback control screen).
  • Page 69 3. Camera Operations: Clip Operations Status display area Playback Control Screen When the LCD monitor is in information display mode, you can select a clip on the clips screen to display the playback control screen. The function display area supports touch operation. Function display area ITEM button 1 ITEM button 2...
  • Page 70 3. Camera Operations: Clip Operations Displaying the filtered clips screen Clip Operations Menu Operation Select Filter Clips (page 57) in the Clip Operations menu of the full menu, and select The Clip Operations menu (page 57) a clip flag type to display only those clips that appears when you press and hold the MENU have the specified flag.

  • Page 71: Playback

    3. Camera Operations Playback You can play recorded clips when the unit is in F Fwd button/F Rev button: Fast forward/ recording standby (Stby) mode. reverse. To return to normal playback, press the Play/Pause button. Insert the memory card to play. Stop/Clips button: Stop playback and return to the clips screen.

  • Page 72: Network

    Network Setup >Show unit while monitoring the video from the unit Authentication (page 61) in the Network menu of the full menu. on the device screen. For details about the “Monitor & Control” application, contact your Sony sales or service representative.
  • Page 73 4. Network: Connecting to Other Devices via LAN Connecting by entering an SSID and Connecting to an access point using [Tip] Connecting using Wireless LAN You can check the information required for password on a device connecting to the unit using Network Setup >Show Station Mode Authentication (page 61) in the Network menu of the full menu.
  • Page 74 4. Network: Connecting to Other Devices via LAN • IP Address Connecting manually by entering access When set to On, the DNS server address Enter the IP address of the unit. is automatically acquired. This setting is point information This setting is available only when available only when DHCP is set to On.

  • Page 75: Connecting To The Internet

    4. Network Connecting to the Internet You can connect the unit to the Internet using Connecting using a LAN Cable Set USB Tethering >Camera Remote Smartphone/ Computer USB tethering, wired LAN, or wireless LAN. Control (page 63) in the Network menu Tablet Set the user name and password of the unit of the full menu to Enable.
  • Page 76 4. Network: Connecting to the Internet LAN cable connections and wired LAN • Primary DNS Server Enter the address of the primary DNS settings server. This setting is available only when DNS Connect the network connector of the unit Auto is set to Off. and Wi-Fi router using a LAN cable.

  • Page 77: Uploading Files

    4. Network Uploading Files You can upload a proxy clip or original clip Passive Mode • In low voltage state, Load/Clear cannot be Selecting and Uploading Clips selected for a CA certificate. that is recorded on the unit to a server on the Turn passive mode on/off.
  • Page 78 4. Network: Uploading Files To transfer all clips Checking the file transfer Uploading proxy clips automatically Select All Clips instead of Select Clip in step 2 You can check the status of file transfer Proxy clips can be uploaded to the specified to transfer the group of files corresponding to by selecting File Transfer >View Job List server when recording ends.

  • Page 79: Using Creators' App For Enterprise

    4. Network Using Creators' App for enterprise You can easily transfer files to the C3 Portal File transfer setup information is sent • When the file transfer from the unit to Creators' App for enterprise on the smartphone is completed, you cloud service by linking the unit with the from the smartphone to the unit, and the can turn off the unit but note that file transfer from...

  • Page 80: Shooting

    • S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3: Easy to adjust color The unit may reboot automatically after gamut for digital cinema (DCI-P3). switching, depending on the selected value. • S-Gamut3/SLog3: Sony wide color gamut that covers the ITU-R BT.2020 color gamut. [Tip] For details, see page 84.
  • Page 81 5. Shooting: Configuring Basic Operation Effective Picture Size Codec The unit supports shooting in the following effective picture sizes. (Unit: mm) Set the codec using Codec (page 28) on FF 8.6K 16:9 FFc 6K 16:9 FFc 6K 17:9 the Project status screen. The unit may reboot (35.9x20.2) (33.6x18.9) (33.6x17.7)

  • Page 82: Basic Operation Procedure

    5. Shooting Basic Operation Procedure Basic shooting is conducted using the [Notes] Switching Between Memory Cards Specifying Time Data • Do not eject a memory card while recording to it is in following procedure. progress. When recording, only change memory cards in slots for which the slot access indicator is off.
  • Page 83 5. Shooting: Basic Operation Procedure Reviewing the Recording (Rec Review) You can review the last recorded clip on the screen (recording review). [Note] Rec Review is not supported if the video format is changed after recording a clip. Recording review method Assign Rec Review to one of the assignable buttons beforehand.

  • Page 84: Shooting With Look Adjustment In Post-Production

    Follow the on-screen instructions. The unit SD card /PRIVATE/SONY/PRO/LUT/ handles a 3D LUT file as a base look. Applying a LUT to the LCD Monitor Insert the recording media on which 3D Select the imported 3D LUT file using Base LUT files are saved into the Utility SD card Look >Select (page 49) in the Paint/...
  • Page 85 5. Shooting: Shooting with Look Adjustment in Post-Production [Notes] Recording a 3D LUT File as • Just importing a 3D LUT file does not affect the image. Load the imported 3D LUT file using Base Look Metadata >Select (page 49) in the Paint/Look menu of the full menu.

  • Page 86: Shooting With The Desired Look

    5. Shooting Shooting with the Desired Look When the unit is in Custom mode, you can add Saving a Look Shooting Mode Custom adjustments to the black, matrix, and other Target Display SDR(BT.709) HDR(HLG) parameters to create a “look” based on the Scene file 4 ITU709 (Not...

  • Page 87: Adjusting The Zoom

    5. Shooting Adjusting the Zoom You can adjust the zoom according to the Attached Zoom Type setting shooting conditions. lens Optical Zoom On(Clear Image Only Zoom) When an E-mount power zoom lens is Fixed focal Zoom operation Clear Image attached, you can adjust the zoom using the length using the lever is Zoom is...

  • Page 88: Adjusting The Focus

    5. Shooting Adjusting the Focus You can adjust focus automatically or Focusing using touch operation (Spot This is useful when you want to move the Codec Recorded Magnification manually according to the shooting focus slowly from one subject to another setting picture Focus)
  • Page 89 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Focus Changing the focus area quickly (Focus Moving the focus area frame using Adjusting the Focus Automatically Setting) touch operation (touch focus area) (Auto Focus) You can change the position and size of the You can change the position of the focus area auto focus area quickly during shooting by by pressing an assignable button (page 100) The unit uses phase detection AF for high-...
  • Page 90 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Focus [Notes] AF subject shift sensitivity Tap any position Focused on far subject • If you tap a position or drag the focus area to a You can set the sensitivity for changing position that exceeds the setting range, the focus between subjects using Focus >AF Subj.
  • Page 91 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Focus Changing the focus target manually (AF Using manual focus temporarily (Push AF Subj. Shift Sens.: 1(Locked On) AF Subj. Shift Sens.: 5(Responsive) Assist) Manual Focus) When Focus >AF Assist (page 41) in the In auto focus mode, you can press an Shooting menu of the full menu is set to On, assignable button (page 100) assigned you can still use the focus ring on the lens...
  • Page 92 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Focus Human Priority AF: Specifying by touch operation Tracking using Human Detection Tracking a Specified Subject The camera detects the faces/eyes, head, and Tap the target subject to track in one of the (Subject Recognition AF) (Realtime Tracking AF) body of subjects (people), and prioritizes the following states:...
  • Page 93 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Focus Stopping realtime tracking AF • Even when a white subject recognition frame is displayed around the subject’s face, etc., the camera may automatically focus on the part you want to prioritize, such as the Stopping by touch operation subject’s eyes.

  • Page 94: Adjusting The Brightness

    5. Shooting Adjusting the Brightness You can adjust the brightness by adjusting the Temporarily adjusting automatically Adjusting the Iris Adjusting the Gain iris, gain, shutter speed, and by adjusting the light level using ND filters. You can also make Press the assignable button (page 100) adjustments automatically.
  • Page 95 5. Shooting: Adjusting the Brightness [Tips] Adjusting the Shutter Press the [+] button of the ND FILTER LOCK • You can set the filter to CLEAR by turning the ND POSITION up/down buttons (B) to turn ND VARIABLE dial (C) down from ND 0.6. Turning the filter operation on.

  • Page 96: Adjusting For Natural Colors (White Balance)

    When ATW Off is selected: error message persists after repeated attempts to set automatically to an appropriate level. white balance, contact your Sony service representative. Select W:A, W:B, or W:C in the direct menu. [Tip] The white balance is automatically adjusted •...

  • Page 97: Using Image Stabilization

    5. Shooting Using Image Stabilization You can enable image stabilization to To shoot without using the image stabilization suppress blur in the image caused by minute function, set SteadyShot to Off. In this case, hand movement while shooting. use of a tripod is recommended. You can also perform image stabilization [Notes] automatically or manually, depending on the...

  • Page 98: Setting The Audio To Record

    5. Shooting Setting the Audio to Record You can specify the audio to be recorded • If noise is a concern on connectors • You can adjust the levels for CH1 to Selecting the Audio Input Device using the input connectors, switches, and dials with no device connected, set the CH4 as a group.
  • Page 99 5. Shooting: Setting the Audio to Record [Notes] • The unit supports 2ch digital audio interface of the XLR-K3M. • If Audio Input >CH3 Level and CH4 Level in the Audio menu are set to Audio Input Level, then Audio Input Level on the unit is multiplied by the level adjusted on the XLR adaptor.

  • Page 100: Useful Functions

    5. Shooting Useful Functions A menu is displayed or the item is Functions assigned to each assignable button • Image Stabilization Direct Menu Operation displayed on a white background. • Crop Select by factory default • Rec Button 1 • Picture Cache Rec When the shooting screen is displayed on the Turn the multi-function dial to select a Button 2...
  • Page 101 5. Shooting: Useful Functions • Auto Exposure Level [Notes] Slow & Quick Motion Sony lens System AF availability • Only one special recording function, such as Interval • Audio Input Level frequency Rec recording, can be used at any one time.
  • Page 102 5. Shooting: Useful Functions To shoot using Interval Rec button, recording starts and video is written Recording Cached Pictures (Picture Recording to Memory Cards A and to the memory cards starting from the video Cache Rec) B Simultaneously (2-slot Simul Press the REC (recording start/stop) button stored in the cache memory.
  • Page 103 • The maximum effect of this function can be obtained monitor (VSM) also detects the non-displayed left/right using the iris ring on a Sony E-mount lens. the focus position varies. You can also assign the Bokeh Control function to an side parts.

  • Page 104: Proxy Recording

    5. Shooting Proxy Recording You can record a proxy clip to an SD card at Recording a Proxy Storage Destination of the the same time as recording to a CFexpress Recorded File card. Press the REC (recording start/stop) button For details about supported memory cards, formatting to start the recording after completing the memory cards, and checking the remaining capacity, see The recorded file is stored in the following...

  • Page 105: Connecting External Devices

    You can also connect recording devices, such For details, contact a Sony service representative. • Parallel Rec cannot be selected when X-OCN as a VTR, and record the output signal from recording.

  • Page 106: External Synchronization

    6. Connecting External Devices External Synchronization When shooting using multiple units, the units successful lock with the external timecode. Locking the Timecode to Other • If the external timecode source is disconnected, can be synchronized to a specific reference the timecode may shift by one frame per hour with Devices signal or timecode via the REF IN/REF OUT respect to the reference timecode.

  • Page 107: Managing/Editing Clips Using A Computer

    6. Connecting External Devices Managing/Editing Clips using a Computer when the clip properties screen is displayed. The Connecting using a USB Cable message is displayed when processing ends or when you return to the clips screen. Turn the multi-function dial to select Using a card reader (option) Execute.

  • Page 108: Appendix

    Remove the battery pack. When operating at room temperature, a its usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or beam be directed into the lens of the unit. normal replacement cycle will be about...
  • Page 109 Security Precautions Notes on the Display Condensation • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES Pictures on the viewfinder screen and outputs OF ANY KIND RESULTING FROM A FAILURE If the unit is suddenly taken from a cold to may be distorted by the following operations.

  • Page 110: Output Formats And Limitations

    7. Appendix Output Formats and Limitations Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example, 1920×1080P (Level A)). [Notes] • The resolution of the output format is limited by the Rec Format >Frequency, Codec and Video Format settings in the Project menu of the full menu (page 43). •...
  • Page 111 7. Appendix: Output Formats and Limitations System frequency setting Codec setting Recording resolution Output format (Output Format in the Monitoring menu) (Rec Format >Frequency in the Project menu) (Rec Format >Codec in the Project menu) SDI1 SDI2 HDMI 50/59.94Hz XAVC Intra 3840×2160 3840×2160P 1920×1080P(A)
  • Page 112 7. Appendix: Output Formats and Limitations System frequency setting Codec setting Recording resolution Output format (Output Format in the Monitoring menu) (Rec Format >Frequency in the Project menu) (Rec Format >Codec in the Project menu) SDI1 SDI2 HDMI 25/29.97Hz XAVC Intra 4096×2160 4096×2160P 2048×1080P...
  • Page 113 7. Appendix: Output Formats and Limitations System frequency setting Codec setting Recording resolution Output format (Output Format in the Monitoring menu) (Rec Format >Frequency in the Project menu) (Rec Format >Codec in the Project menu) SDI1 SDI2 HDMI 24Hz X-OCN LT (8K 17:9) 1920×1080P 1920×1080P...

  • Page 114: Clip Recording/Playback Time

    7. Appendix Clip Recording/Playback Time The following tables show the recording/playback time when using Sony CFexpress Type B VPG400 960 GB memory cards (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 115 7. Appendix: Clip Recording/Playback Time Imager Scan Frequency Codec Mode X-OCN (LT) XAVC H-I HQ XAVC H-I HQ XAVC H-I SQ XAVC H-I SQ XAVC H-L XAVC-I XAVC-I XAVC-I XAVC-L XAVC-L 8192×4320 7680×4320 8192×4320 7680×4320 7680×4320 4096×2160 3840×2160 1920×1080 3840×2160 1920×1080 S35 5.8K 16:9 –...

  • Page 116: Troubleshooting

    7. Appendix Troubleshooting Power Supply Symptom Cause Solution The recorded sound has a The audio level is too low. Adjust the audio recording levels with high noise level. the AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2) dials (page 98). Symptom Cause Solution When an external microphone is The unit does not power on.
  • Page 117 The user name and password of the server may not be correct. • After the procedure above is used, consult a Sony service center to have the unit repaired. • If an error message still appears after performing the procedure above, shooting is still possible.

  • Page 118: Error/Warning Messages

    If the error recorded on a memory card is getting low. persists when the unit is turned on again, contact Replace at the earliest convenience. your Sony service representative. Clips Full Continuous High-speed The maximum number of clips that can be...
  • Page 119 7. Appendix: Error/Warning Messages LCD monitor warning Warning Recording/ Cause and Solution Caution and Operation Messages display sound tally lamp Transfer Jobs Full – – The number of FTP file transfer jobs that can be registered has reached the upper limit. To add The following caution and operation messages may appear in the center of the screen.
  • Page 120 Cause and Solution Fan Stopped The built-in fan stopped. Avoid use at high temperatures, disconnect the power, and contact your Sony service representative. LENS Error A fault was detected in the lens I/F communication when an E-mount lens is attached.

  • Page 121: Items Saved In Files

    7. Appendix Items Saved in Files Items Configured in the Full Menu LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Shooting Auto Exposure Level Mode Yes: Item is saved. Speed No: Item is not saved. –: Not saved (temporary setting) Auto ND Filter LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2...
  • Page 122 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Shooting Focus AF Transition Speed Project Base Setting Shooting Mode – AF Subj. Shift Sens. Target Display –...
  • Page 123 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Project Assignable Dial Grip/Remote Dial Paint/Look Black Master Black Grip Dial Direction R Black Multi Function Dial Default Function B Black...
  • Page 124 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File TC/Media Timecode Mode Monitoring Display On/Off Focus Mode Focus Position Setting Network Status Reset –...
  • Page 125 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Monitoring Display On/Off White Balance Audio Audio Input CH1 Input Select Clip Number CH2 Input Select Notice Message CH3 Input Select Marker...
  • Page 126 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Clip Display Clip Properties – – Technical Color Bars Setting Operations Set Clip Flag Add OK –...
  • Page 127 Camera Remote Control – – Connected Network Camera Battery Alarm Near End:Info Battery SSID – – End:Info Battery Security – – Near End:Sony Battery Password – – End:Sony Battery DHCP – – Near End:Other Battery IP Address – – End:Other Battery Subnet Mask –...
  • Page 128 7. Appendix: Items Saved in Files LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File LEVEL 1 LEVEL 2 LEVEL 3 All File Scene File Network Wired LAN Camera Remote Control Maintenance Language Select Detail Settings Clock Set Time Zone DHCP Date Mode IP Address...

  • Page 129: Block Diagrams

    7. Appendix Block Diagrams See related items in “Setting the Audio to Record” (page 98) and “User Menu” (page 35). Audio Input (CH1&CH2) INPUT1 INPUT2 [CH1 Input Select] [CH1 Wind Filter] <CH1 LEVEL [CH1 Level] <CH1 INPUT LEVEL> INPUT1 Audio Input Level 0 −...
  • Page 130 7. Appendix: Block Diagrams Audio Input (CH3&CH4) INPUT1 INPUT2 [CH3 Level [CH3 Level] [CH3 Input Level] [CH3 Input Select] [CH3 Wind Filter] Audio Input Level 0 − 99 Control]* Internal MIC CH3 Input Level Auto INPUT1 Level+CH3 Input Level Manual Internal MIC Through Shoe CH1...
  • Page 131 7. Appendix: Block Diagrams Audio Output (X-OCN) SDI OUT [SDI Output CH (X-OCN)] CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4 HDMI OUT [Output Format] SDI1, SDI2, HDMI [HDMI Output CH] CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4 Streaming Headphone [VOLUME] [Headphone Out] 0 − 50 Mono, Stereo [Monitor CH] Alarm CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, Internal Speaker CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4,...
  • Page 132 7. Appendix: Block Diagrams Audio Output (XAVC) SDI OUT HDMI OUT [HDMI Output CH] CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4 Streaming Headphone [VOLUME] [Headphone Out] 0 − 50 Mono, Stereo [Monitor CH] Alarm Internal Speaker CH1, CH2, CH3, CH4, CH1/CH2, CH3/CH4, Beep MIX ALL [Alarm Level] 0 −...

  • Page 133: Updating E-Mount Lens Software

    7. Appendix Updating E-Mount Lens Software You can update the software of an E-mount lens using the unit. Refer to the web site for the lens for lenses that can be updated and the corresponding software. Checking the Version Attach an E-mount lens to the unit (page 17).

  • Page 134: Licenses

    SOFTWARE) is owned ARE AGREEING TO BE BOUND BY THE TERMS regulations, court decisions or other legally by SONY or one or more of the THIRD-PARTY NO LICENSE IS GRANTED OR SHALL BE binding dispositions by a public authority or OF THIS EULA.
  • Page 135 EULA. To the by third parties over which SONY has no use or resale as on-line control equipment routine or instructions designed or intended to extent the terms of the licenses applicable control.
  • Page 136 EULA to the contrary, you acknowledge and REPRESENTATIVE OF SONY SHALL CREATE LIABILITY, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS OR SONY shall not be liable for any delay or failure agree that any violation of or non-compliance A WARRANTY, DUTY OR CONDITION OR IN...
  • Page 137 7. Appendix: Licenses comply with the requirements in the section to SONY at the applicable contact address for below entitled “Your Account Responsibilities”. each area or country. AMENDMENT SONY RESERVES THE RIGHT TO AMEND Open Source Software Licenses ANY OF THE TERMS OF THIS EULA AT ITS...

  • Page 138: Specifications

    7. Appendix Specifications Recording frame rate Auto focus Dynamic range General X-OCN(LT) Detection method: Phase detection/contrast XLR input MIC mode: 80 dB (Typical) FF 8.6K 17:9 detection XLR input LINE mode: 90 dB (Typical) Mass 29.97P, 25P, 24P, 23.98P Internal ND filters Distortion FF 8.6K 16:9 CLEAR: OFF...
  • Page 139 Dedicated 40-pin WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY OTHER REASON Supplied Accessories WHATSOEVER. • SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR CLAIMS OF Display Section ANY KIND MADE BY USERS OF THIS UNIT Handle (with viewfinder arm) (1) OR MADE BY THIRD PARTIES.
  • Page 140 7. Appendix: Specifications External Dimensions Top/front/operator switch side/rear Unit: mm (inches) 184 (7 12.5 ( 66.85 75 (3) 12.5 ( 65.4 7.4 ( 2×M3, Depth: 5 M2, Depth: 3.9 3×UNC 3/8-16, (Counterbore ø5.3, Depth: 1.9) Depth: 14 6×UNC 3/8-16, Depth: 10 145.7 25 (1) 20 (...
  • Page 141 7. Appendix: Specifications Connector side/bottom 25 (1) Unit: mm (inches) 25 (1) 25 (1) 14 ( 4×UNC 1/4-20, Depth: 9 2×M3, Depth: 5 34.6 (1 4×UNC 3/8-16, 1.5 ( Depth: 9 25 (1) 25 (1) 25 (1)
  • Page 142 7. 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. • USB-C is a registered trademark of USB Implementers Forum.

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