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    Printed on recycled paper. Printed in Japan 4-198-304-11 (1) Solid-State Memory Camcorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. PMW-320K PMW-320L © 2010 Sony Corporation 4198304110
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    time. • Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel. Servicing is required when the accordance with the instruction manual, may cause user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense. You are cautioned that any changes or modifications not expressly approved in this manual
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    light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio). The manufacturer of this product is Sony Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service
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    érieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision). Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou la garantie,
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    Features ...11 Using the CD-ROM 12 Reading the CD-ROM Manuals 12 System Requirements for Using the Applications 13 Software Installation 13 Connectors Section 16 Monochrome LCD Panel 25 Auto Focus Lens (Supplied with the PMW-320K 26 Viewfinder 27 Viewfinder Screen Display 29 Chapter 2
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    Microphone System 45 Tripod Mounting 46 Connecting a Video Light 47 Using the Shoulder Strap 47 Adjusting the Shoulder Manually Adjusting the Audio Level of the MIC IN Connector .... 59 Recording Audio on Channels 3 and 4 60 Setting the Time Data 61 Setting the Timecode 61 Setting the User
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    Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens) ...64 Chapter 4 : Shooting Handling S×S 68 Formatting (Initializing) S×S Memory Cards 68 Checking the Remaining Recording Time 69 Restoring S×S Memory Cards 69 Basic Operations 70 Playing Recorded Clips 71 Deleting Recorded
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    COLOR TEMP. button 132 Functions that can be assigned to the RET button on the lens...... 134 Adjusting Picture Characteristics to Match the PMW-EX1R 135 Chapter 7 : Saving and Loading User Setting Data Saving and Loading Settings 136 Saving Setting Data 136 Loading Setting Data 137 Resetting
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    Camera Picture on an External Device 145 Nonlinear Editing 146 Recording External Input Signals 146 Chapter 9 : Maintenance Testing the Camcorder 158 Specifications 158 General 158 Camera Block 159 Audio Block 159 Display 159 Media Block 160 Inputs/Outputs 160 Lens Block (PMW-320K only
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    use. (Unless this setting is made, the camcorder will not operate.) For details of these settings, see "Setting the Area of Use" (page 40). Note Before attaching/removing optional components or accessories to/from the PMW-320K/320L (referred to as "the camcorder"), be sure to turn the power of the
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    output HD signals down-converted to SD. A special auto focus lens The camcorder is provided with the 1/2-type auto focus lens, which ensures high-quality shooting in all situations from wide angle to telephoto (PMW-320K only). A variety of functions for improved performance under various shooting
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    /minisite/XDCAMEX Japan http://www.sony.co.jp/XDCAMEX Using the CD-ROM Two CD-ROMs are supplied with the camcorder. The CD-ROM labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder" contains the PDF files of the Operating Instructions and Supplement for the camcorder (Japanese, English, French, German
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    and click on the manual that you wish to read. This opens the PDF file. Memo The new one to replace it. Contact a Sony service support information on the driver, refer to the following URL: http://www.sony.net/S×S-Support the displayed instructions: For details, refer to the User's Guide or ReadMe
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    . AUTO: When the POWER switch of the video light is in the on position, the video light is turned on automatically while the camcorder is recording. MANUAL: You can turn the video light on or off manually, using its own switch. Note When the camcorder is set for recording in Picture Cache mode, it
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    mount When using the camcorder on a tripod, attach the tripod adaptor (optional). q Lens mount (special bayonet mount) Attach the lens. On the inner side of the lens mount is a 14-pin connector (two 7-pin connectors) for connecting the lens. Consult a Sony service representative for information
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    the same as that of the REC button on the lens. b SHUTTER selector Set to ON to use the electronic built into this camcorder. When this selector is used, the new setting appears on the light to approximately 1/4) 3 1/16 ND (attenuates light to approximately 1/16) 4 1/64 ND (attenuates light
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    the factory default setting. The ASSIGN.1/3 switches are provided with an indicator to show whether a function is assigned to the switch (ON) or not (OFF). b COLOR TEMP. (color temperature) button Press to light the button and change the color temperature for shooting (factory default setting). You
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    video amplifier to match the lighting conditions during shooting. The output from the camera module, between the the high intensity and restore much of the lost this switch is adjusted, the new setting appears on the viewfinder settings and status of the camcorder appears on the viewfinder screen
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    to-Electric". In E-E mode, video and audio signals input to the camcorder are output after passing through internal electric circuits only. This can be input signals. b Monochrome LCD panel Displays remaining battery capacity, remaining media capacity, audio levels, time data, and so on (see page
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    up or flashes when an abnormality occurs (see page 149). d ACCESS lamp Lights up when data is written to or read from the recording media. e Protection cover of the audio control section Open to access the audio control section (see page 21). f Protection cover of the thumbnail screen operations
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    frame recorded on the media, those bits which can be used to record useful information for the user such as scene number, panel will be turned on when the camcorder is powered on for the first time audio control section a THUMBNAIL indicator This lights when thumbnail screen is displayed. b
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    61) and "Setting the User Bits" (page 62). f 4. AUTO: Automatic adjustment MANUAL: Manual adjustment h ESSENCE MARK new timecode on the media. REGEN: Record timecode continuous with the existing timecode recorded on the media. Regardless of the setting of the F-RUN/SET/ R-RUN switch, the camcorder
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    These two slots (A and B) can receive S×S memory cards or other recording media (see page 67). d ACCESS lamps Indicate the state of slots A and camera picture) or playback picture. i GENLOCK IN (genlock signal input) connector (BNC type) This connector inputs a reference signal when the camcorder
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    576/50i 1080/50i, 576/50i (Genlock for the camera module supports horizontal sync signals only.) Use MAINTENANCE >GENLOCK in camcorder, connect this connector to the external VTR's timecode input connector. Rear a TALLY (back tally) indicators (red) Light up during recording. They will not light
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    retain the cover to the bottom of the camcorder, you can adjust the position of the cover (timecode input) connector. b Counter display mode Shows the type of information selected by the DISPLAY User bits data c Time counter display Switches displays of time counter values, timecode, and user bits
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    media in the slots. h Remaining battery capacity indicator Shows bar segments indicating the remaining battery capacity. Auto Focus Lens (Supplied with the PMW-320K) a PUSH AF (auto focus) button When the focus adjustment is in the manual ring back (toward the camcorder), the focus mode becomes
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    manual focusing. - If the subject has no contrast - If the subject is moving rapidly - When shooting point light sources, under street lighting to check the video when Lens RET is assigned to this screen (recording review) (see page camcorder. Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 27
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    barrel You can raise this up or rotate when required by the situation. g Tally indicator Lights up when recording is started by a press of the REC START button on this camcorder, the VTR button on the lens, or the VTR button on the remote control unit. When an abnormality occurs, the tally
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    in the range from 0 to 99. c Focus position (when the serial lens is mounted) Indicates the focus position as distance to the subject (in units of m). d Green tally Lights when the camcorder is the following states. • MAINTENANCE >Camera Config >HD-SDI Remote I/F is set to [G-Tally] in the setup
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    on the situation. n Special recording mode indication The following is displayed when the camcorder is in a special recording mode. • Frame Rec (Frame Recording mode) • Interval adjustment mode (when the auto focus lens is mounted) Indicates the current focus adjustment mode of the camcorder.
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    Chapter 1 Overview • AF (Auto Focus mode) • MF (Manual Focus mode) • MF* (Manual Focus mode when the MF Assist function is on) • Full MF (Full Manual Focus mode) c External device control "REC2" is displayed when MAINTENANCE >Camera Config >HD-SDI Remote I/F is set to [Chara] in the setup menu and
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    mounted) Indicates the iris position and the setting for iris override (reference value for the lens iris) (see page 56). The iris override setting is indicated by four segments indicator as follows. Reference Indicator value +0.25 Lower left segment is lit
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    safety, use only the Sony battery packs and AC adaptors BP-GL95/GL65/L60S/L80S Battery Pack is used, the camcorder will operate continuously for the time shown below. Model battery charging procedure, refer to the battery charger operation manual. Note on using the battery pack A warm battery pack
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    down until its "LOCK" arrow points at the matching line on the camcorder. Release button Notes • During recording and playback (while the ACCESS indicator is to 100 W of power. 1 "LOCK" arrow 2 Matching line on the camcorder Note If the battery pack is not attached correctly, the terminal may be
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    Couple the viewfinder connector to the VF connector (rectangular). VF connector (rectangular) CAUTION When the viewfinder is attached, do not leave the camcorder with the eyepiece facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the eyepiece, be focused in the viewfinder and cause fire. Attaching
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    degrees toward the direction facing the subject. When you do this, the picture and other information displayed in the viewfinder appear upside down. To restore the normal display, set the MIRROR switch on the rear panel of the viewfinder to B/T. Lifting Up the Viewfinder Barrel and Eyepiece You can
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    Bracket, 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. Attaching the Viewfinder 37
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    can attach an optional DXF-51or DXF-C50W (5-inch) Electronic Viewfinder. To attach it, an Accessory Shoe Kit (service part number: A-8274-968-B) is required. For details, consult a Sony service representative. Note It is not possible to use the supplied viewfinder and a 5-inch viewfinder at the same
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    VF cable Fixing ring Guide plate Shoe a) Stopper screw a) a) Supplied with the Accessory Shoe Kit Chapter 2 Preparations Attaching the Viewfinder 39
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    (Japan) b) PAL area c) a) The composite signal output from this camcorder is an NTSC signal with a black setup (7.5 IRE). The system frequency is . The system frequency is 59.94i. c) The composite signal output from this camcorder is a PAL signal. The system frequency is 50i. 4 Set the following
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    MAINTENANCE >Clock Set >Date/Time in the setup menu. Note Always power the camcorder off before mounting or removing a lens. For information about using the lens, refer to the operation manual for the lens. Lens mount securing rubber 2 Press the MENU knob. The Date/Time setting window appears
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    is activated automatically. Starting the camcorder with an aberration correction lens may require more time than normally because of data loading at start-up. The lens supplied with the PMW-320K is an aberration correction lens. Contact a Sony service representative for information about other
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    Chapter 2 Preparations 8 Repeat steps 4 to 7 until the chart stays in focus all the way from wide angle to telephoto. 9 Tighten the F.f or F.B ring fixing screws. Preparing the Audio Input System Connecting a Microphone to the MIC IN Connector Attach the supplied microphone to the microphone
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    the procedure for attaching an electret condenser microphone such as the ECM674/678. On how to attach the CAC-12, refer to the operation manual for the CAC-12. 1 Attach the electret condenser microphone. 1 Loosen the ball joint lock lever. 2 Wind the microphone spacer (sheet type, supplied with the
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    • In order for the AUDIO IN CH1 and CH2 connectors on the camcorder to be able to provide a phantom 48 V power supply, female manuals for them. Note The optional WRR Mount Bracket (service part number: A-8278-057-B) is required to fit the WRR-862. For details, contact your vendor or a Sony service
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    the optional VCT-14/U14 Tripod Adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor Camera mount 2 Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor. Red button Lever Note The tripod adaptor pin may remain in the engaged position even after the camcorder is removed. If this happens, press the red button and move the
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    light Fit the video light to the accessory fitting shoe on the camcorder grip, and connect the video light cable to the LIGHT connector. Note The accessory fitting shoe on the camcorder supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder"). To attach the shoulder strap 1 Fit
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    You can slide the shoulder pad back and forth within a 40 mm range. This adjustment helps you get the best balance for shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder. Shoulder pad 1 Raise the lever in the center of the shoulder pad to unlock the shoulder pad. 2 Slide the shoulder pad backward
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    Chapter 3 Adjustments and Settings 3 Chapter Adjustments and Settings For menu operations, see "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 93). Setting the Video Format The following recording formats can be selected for different combinations of video resolution and system frequency. OPERATION >Format
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    when using the camcorder after it has been off. White balance adjustment Always readjust the white balance when the lighting conditions change. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu. For details of manual black balance adjustment, refer to the Maintenance Manual
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    Set the FILTER selector to suit the lighting conditions as follows. 3 Place a white test card under the same lighting conditions as for the subject to be lens iris. Manually adjusted lens: set the iris to an appropriate setting. Lens with automatic iris: set the automatic/ manual switch on the lens
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    in step 1 (A or B). Note If the camcorder has a zoom lens with an automatic iris, the iris may hunt IS, or S) on the lens. For details, refer to the lens operation manual. 1) Hunting: Repeated brightening Light NG: Timeout NG: High Light Meaning The white video level is too low. Either open the lens
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    memory are held until the white balance is next adjusted even when the camcorder power is turned off. The camcorder has two white balance memories, A and B. You can automatically save of the picture being shot for varying lighting conditions. Adjusting the Black Balance and the White Balance 53
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    (slow speed shutter) mode Select this mode for shooting subjects in low level lighting conditions. Number of accumulated frames 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 16, cannot be used when the video format is SP 1440/23.98P or when the camcorder is in Slow & Quick Motion mode. • It is not possible to output the
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    press the knob. To set the shutter mode and standardmode shutter speed Once the shutter speed is selected, it is retained even when the camcorder power is turned off. 1 Push the SHUTTER selector from ON to SELECT. The current shutter setting indication appears for about three seconds. 2 Before the
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    prevent blownout highlights. The reference value for the lens iris can be set within the following range with respect counterclockwise as seen from the front of the camcorder. Select one of 0.25, 0.5, 0.75, or problems from the automatic iris correction. Set OPERATION >Auto Iris >Clip High Light
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    The lens supplied with the PMW-320K allows you to adjust the focus in the following three ways. Full MF (full manual focus) mode This mode supports focus ring back (toward the camcorder), the focus mode becomes Full MF mode, in which all focus adjustments are manual. Note When you slide the
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    (toward the lens hood), and set the FOCUS switch to M (manual), the focus mode becomes MF mode, in which focus adjustments are manual but auto focus are invalid in AF mode. Focusing in AF mode In AF mode, the camcorder monitors the video for changes, and starts auto focus whenever it detects a
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    to AUTO, the input levels of digital audio signals are not adjusted automatically. Target audio level for manual audio level adjustment Make adjustment using -20 dB as the target level. If the audio level meter shows a maximum level of 0 dB, then it indicates that the input audio level is excessive
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    the MIC LEVEL control, and adjust so that the audio level meter shows up to -20 dB for a normal input volume. Correspondence between the AUDIO SELECT CH 3-4 switch to AUTO. To adjust manually 1 Set the AUDIO SELECT CH 3-4 switch to MANUAL. 2 Select the knobs that adjust the audio levels with
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    Chapter 3 Adjustments and Settings Setting Side4 Front Front+Side4 Knob LEVEL (CH4) knob MIC LEVEL knob LEVEL (CH4) knob and MIC LEVEL knob (linked operation) You can now adjust the levels of audio channels 3 and 4 with the knobs selected here. Setting the Time Data Note When picture cache mode
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    setting in memory The user bit setting (apart from the real time) is automatically retained in memory even when the power is turned off. Synchronizing the Timecode You can synchronize the internal timecode generator of this camcorder with an external generator for the regeneration of an external
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    timecode is immediately synchronized with the external timecode and the counter display will show the value of the external timecode. However, wait for a few camcorder cannot be correctly genlocked. In such a case, the internal timecode is not correctly synchronized with the external timecode. User
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    camcorder settings and various types of status information. There are five status screens, listed below. Status screen CAMERA status AUDIO status VIDEO status ASSIGN SWITCH status BATTERY/ MEDIA lens ZOOM button Zebra: Zebra status Skin Tone Detail: Skin details status 64 Checking Camcorder
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    battery has been charged HDD A/HDD B: Remaining battery capacity of PHU-60K/120K/120R Media A/Media B: • Remaining capacity of media • Recordable time • Approximate writable lifetime (Life) "Life 100%" is shown for unused media. Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens) 65
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    to the Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder"). About S×S Memory Cards S×S memory cards that can be used with this camcorder Use the following Sony S×S memory cards (S×S PRO or S×S-1) with this camcorder. S×S PRO • SBP-8 (8 GB) • SBP-16 (16 GB) • SBP-32
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    and delete functions of this camcorder do not completely remove data or physically destroy it. Sony cannot be responsible for any when the remaining capacity of the media is low. In this case, side facing right. The ACCESS lamp lights in orange, and then lights in green to indicate that the memory
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    guaranteed if you power the camcorder off or remove a specifications, a message "Cannot Use Media(A)/Unsupported File System" appears in the viewfinder. In this case, format the memory card in the following way. Note S×S memory cards must be formatted on an XDCAM EX ACCESS lamp lights in orange.
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    lamp lights in orange. When the restoration finishes, a completion message is displayed for three seconds. If restoration fails • Write protected S×S memory cards and cards on which memory errors have occurred cannot be restored. A warning message appears for such cards. Follow the instructions in
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    restoration of media recorded with this camcorder, be sure to use this camcorder. Media recorded with a device other than this camcorder or with another camcorder a filter according to the lighting conditions, and adjust the white balance (see page 51). 7 Point the camcorder at the subject, and
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    camcorder plays the entire last clip, or the last few seconds of that clip (3 seconds or 10 seconds), and then returns to standby mode. You can use MAINTENANCE >Camera Config >Rec Review sizes The XDCAM EX-series products user-specified string of characters (four to 46 characters in length). (A user
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    clip to play. 3 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button. The PLAY/PAUSE indicator lights, and the playback picture appears in the viewfinder. To pause the playback Press . To end playback Press the STOP button: Playback stops, and the camcorder enters E-E mode. Press the THUMBNAIL button: Playback stops, and a
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    Shot Marks On this camcorder, two types of shot marks are available in HD mode. You can record them at user-specified positions to make the OK Mark function has been assigned to the RET button on the lens, press RET button on the lens. A confirmation message appears. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select [
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    data is recorded to picture cache memory during playback or recording review and display of thumbnails. It is not possible to record picture data with respect to how the camcorder handles video, time, and output data. • If you start recording while the media is being accessed, the start
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    Rec Function) The camcorder's Interval Rec function allows you to capture time-lapse video to the camcorder's internal memory. This to 4/6/12/24 hour. 5 As required, select [Pre-Lighting], turn the MENU knob to select the length of lighting time before recording starts, and then press the knob. You
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    the LIGHT switch to [MANUAL] and turn the video light's switch on, the video light is always lit. (It does not go on and off automatically.) The camcorder exits . • Recording review is not possible. 76 Advanced Operations • If you press the SLOT SELECT button, the camcorder completes recording of
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    the tally indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording. To stop shooting Stop review is not possible. • If you press the SLOT SELECT button, the camcorder completes recording of the specified number of frames, creates a clip, and switches to the other media
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    mode setting and the frame rate are retained even after the camcorder is powered off. To shoot in Slow & Quick Motion indicator on the front panel of the viewfinder light as they do during normal recording. To and playback frame rates differ. • Recording review is not possible. • If you change the
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    Motion mode or slow shutter mode • When there is i.LINK input To display a freeze mix picture 1 Play a clip or conduct a recording review of a clip with the same format as the camera picture. 2 Display the picture that you want to use as the frame, and then turn on the assignable switch to which
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    5 Chapter Clip Operations Clip Playback A thumbnail screen appears if you press the THUMBNAIL button in E-E or playback mode. Thumbnail screens display lists of the clips stored on S×S memory cards in the form of index pictures. (A message appears if you insert a memory card that contains no clips
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    a Index picture When a clip is recorded, its first frame is set automatically as the index picture. You can change to index picture to any frame (see page 91). b Lock mark Indicates the selected clip is marked with an OK mark and protected. c Date and start time of recording d Clip name e
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    screen, or when you have pressed the STOP button to display the camera picture. To hide the thumbnail screen Press the THUMBNAIL button. Playing Clips the selected clip. When the last clip has been played to the end, the camcorder enters pause (still image) mode at the last frame of the last clip.
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    ). To search for scenes in clips with the expand thumbnail screen The expand thumbnail screen is convenient when you want to find and cue up a specific scene in a long clip. To display the expand thumbnail screen, select a clip in the thumbnail screen and press the EXPAND button (see page 20) or
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    Thumbnail Operations You can use the THUMBNAIL menu to perform various operations on clips, to check clip properties, and to change clip metadata. THUMBNAIL Menu Configuration Menu items Sub-items Description Clip Properties - Displays detailed properties (see page 86) Set Index Picture a)
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    Do one of the following. Press the RESET/RETURN button: This returns to the THUMBNAIL menu. Press the THUMBNAIL button: The camcorder enters E-E mode, and the camera picture appears. Press the PLAY/PAUSE button: Playback from the selected clip starts. Changing the Thumbnail Screen Type To display OK
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    Displaying Clip Properties The clip properties screen appears when you select Clip Properties in the THUMBNAIL menu. HD mode Chapter 5 Clip Operations SD mode a Image of the current clip b Image of the previous clip Press the PREV button to display the properties of the previous clip. c Image of
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    e Lock mark (HD mode only) This appears when the clip is marked with an OK mark and protected. f OK mark (HD mode only) This appears only when an OK mark has been added. g Date and start time of recording h File format The file format of the clip (MP4 or AVI) appears. i Special recording information
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations 1 In the thumbnail screen, select the thumbnail of the clip to copy, and then select THUMBNAIL >Copy Clip. The screen changes to the properties screen of that clip, and a confirmation message appears beneath the index picture. 2 Select [Execute], and press the MENU knob.
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    To cancel the deletion Press the RESET/RETURN button. When the deletion finishes A completion message appears, and the THUMBNAIL menu screen appears again. Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen The expand thumbnail screen allows you to search inside clips by using thumbnails (see page 83), to
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    divided into 12 equally-sized blocks (a clip or file that has been divided into 12 is further divided into 12, for 12 × 12 = 144 divisions). You can repeat the same operation to increase the number of division. To return to the previous division level Press the EXPAND button with the SHIFT button
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    are created. The first four characters of the clip name are taken from the name of the original clips, and the last four characters are new serial numbers. Example: When the name of a newly recorded clip would be EFGH0100, and a clip named ABCD0002 is divided, the names of the two newly
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    Detailed Settings Setup Menu Organization and Levels On this camcorder, settings for shooting and playback are made in the of the THUMBNAIL menu. OPERATION Menu (see page 96) OPERATION Format Format Media Input/Output Super Impose Rec Function Assignable SW VF Setting Marker Gain Switch TLCS
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    WRR Setting Timecode Essence Mark Camera Config Preset White White Filter Auto Iris2 Flicker Reduce Genlock ND Comp Lens Trigger Mode Clock set item selection area Note The setup menu cannot be used when the camcorder is in focus magnification mode. Exit focus magnification mode by pressing the
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    SET button. The setting is changed, and the display is updated to show the new setting. If you select [Execute] for an executable item, the if you select an item that requires confirmation before execution. Follow the instructions in the message to execute or cancel the operation. To enter
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    is reset to the initial value. To exit the menu Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to OFF or press the MENU button. The normal camera picture reappears. Basic Setup Menu Operations 95 Chapter 6 Menu and Detailed Settings
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    Menu List Settings in bold are the factory default values. OPERATION Menu OPERATION Menu items Format Specifies the camcorder's operating mode and recording format. Sub-item HD/SD HD System Line System Frequency Settings HD/SD 1080/720 The available settings vary depending on
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    OPERATION Menu items Format Specifies the camcorder's operating mode and recording format. Sub-item Rec Format Aspect Ratio (SD) Format Media Executes a media format. Country Media(A) Media(B) Settings Description The available settings Selects the recording format vary depending on the (
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    .98P or HQ 1440/23.98P, selects whether to use progressive output (PsF) or pulldown output (Pull Down). Selects whether to use the video camera picture (Camera) or the signal input from the i.LINK (HDV/ DV) connector (i.LINK) as the video input source. Selects whether to enable or disable input and
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    OPERATION Menu items Input/Output Makes settings related to I/O signals. Sub-item Down Converter Settings Crop/Letter/Squeeze Wide ID Through/AUTO Super Impose Makes settings related to superimposed text and markers. Super(VF Display) Super(Menu) Super(Timecode) On/Off On/Off On/Off Super(
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    OPERATION Menu items Rec Function Makes settings related to special recording modes. Sub-item Slow & Quick Frame Rate Picture Cache Rec P. Cache Rec Time Interval Rec Frame Rec Number of Frames Settings Description On/Off Turns the Slow & Quick Motion function on or off. (When this is set
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    On, sets the interval for Interval Rec shooting. If you want the video light to be turned on before Interval Rec shooting, select a number of seconds function to ASSIGNABLE 5 switch. Assigns function to RET button on the lens. Assigns function to COLOR TEMP. button. When Zoom has been assigned to
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    Type setting is Both, selects the color peaking level from among Low, Mid, and High. When a separately sold viewfinder is installed, specified whether to light the tally indicator on the upper side only (Upper), or on both the upper and lower sides (Both). Chapter 6 Menu and Detailed Settings 102
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    Select Off if you do not want to display the marker. Line: Show as white lines. Mask: Display by lowering the video signal level of areas center. User Box V Position -464 to 0 to 464 Specifies the vertical position of the box cursor center. Guide Frame On/Off Turns display of the guide frame
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    OPERATION Menu items Gain Switch Makes settings related to the GAIN switch. Sub-item Gain Low Gain Mid Gain High Gain Turbo Shockless Gain TLCS Mode Makes settings related to total level control. Speed AGC AGC Limit AGC Point Auto Shutter Auto Shutter Limit Auto Shutter Point Zebra Makes
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    On/Off Brightness Display On/Off Histogram Display On/Off Lens Info Off/Meter/Feet Focus Position On/Off Zoom Position On user bits, counter, duration) on or off. Turns the indications of the remaining battery time and input voltage on or off. Turns the indication of the remaining media
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    Iris Override Iris Speed On/Off -99 to ±0 to +99 Clip High light On/Off Iris Window 1/2/3/4/5/6/Var Iris Window Indication On/Off Description Turns the Interval, Frame Rec, Picture Cache Rec) on or off. Turns the lens extender indication on or off. Turns the indication of the digital wireless
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    OPERATION Menu items White Setting Makes settings related to auto white balance adjustments. Sub-item White Switch Settings Memory/ATW Shockless White Off/1/2/3 ATW Speed 1/2/3/4/5 AWB Fixed Area On/Off Filter White Memory On/Off Description Specifies the operating mode selected by the B
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    OPERATION Menu items Offset White Makes settings related to white balance offset values. Sub-item Offset White Warm Cool Settings On/Off Approximate color temperature Warm Cool Balance -99 to ±0 to +99 Offset White On/Off Warm Cool Approximate color temperature Warm Cool
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    OPERATION Menu items Clip Make settings for clip name or clip management. Sub-item Title Prefix Note Do not assign clip names that begin with the "." (period) symbol. Clips with names in which the first character is "." cannot be viewed on the Windows or Macintosh application software. Settings
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    Updates the management files on the media in the selected slot (execute Color Temp Sets the color temperature, and performs manual white balance adjustment. Color Temp BAL On/ correction on or off. Turns linear matrix correction and user matrix correction on or off. Turns knee correction
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    light generated from a bright image region that spreads broadly across the image, adding light to dark regions and reducing contrast. It is caused by reflection inside the lens Gamma Category is STD: Category (see 1 DVW: DVW camcorder "Description"). equivalent 2 ×4.5: ×4.5 gain 3 ×3.5: ×3.5
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    PAINT Menu items Sub-item Black Gamma Black Gamma Makes settings related to black gamma correction. Gamma Level Black gamma correction allows you Range to reproduce gradations and color nuances in black or near-black (dark) parts of the picture. Knee Knee Makes settings related Knee
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    PAINT Menu items Detail(HD Mode)/ Detail(SD Mode) Makes settings related to details adjustments in HD mode and SD mode. Detail adjustment is processing that improves the clarity of the video by adding detail signals to the edges of the subject. Sub-item Detail Level H/V Ratio Crispening Level
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    of preset matrixes, which define different parameter sets. Or you can select a user matrix User Matrix with your own parameters. User Matrix R-G User Matrix R-B User Matrix G-R User Matrix G-B User Matrix B-R User Matrix B-G Settings On/Off Color detection screen On/Off -99 to ±0 to
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    multi matrix correction. Area Indication Multi-matrix correction allows specific colors to be selected for saturation correction in Color corrects vertical imbalances in sensitivity arising from the relationship between a lens and prism. V Modulation Master V Modulation R V Modulation
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    required for each different lens to correct irregularities arising R/G/B White H Para -99 to ±0 to +99 from lens characteristics. It corrects luminance "Battery Near End" warning when a BP-L60S/L80S battery pack is used. Sony End 11.0V to 11.5V (0.1V Specifies a threshold value that step)
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    .9 Segment No.8 Segment No.7 Segment No.6 Segment No.5 Segment No.4 Segment No.3 Segment No.2 Segment No.1 Settings 11.0V to 14.0V (0.1V step) Info/Sony/Other/DC IN Auto/Other 11.0V to 17.0V (0.1V step) 11.0V to 16.0V to 17.0V (0.1V step) 11.0V to
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Audio Makes settings related to audio. Sub-item Front MIC Select Settings Mono/Stereo Audio CH3/4 Mode Ch1/2 / Switch Front MIC CH1 Ref Front MIC CH2 Ref Rear MIC CH1 Ref -70dB/-60dB/-50dB/ -40dB/-30dB/-20dB -70dB/-60dB/-50dB/ -40dB/-30dB/-20dB -70dB/-60dB/-50dB/ -40dB/-
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    for each channel (Mono) or in stereo mode (Stereo). -6dB/-9dB/-12dB/ Selects the AGC saturation level. -15dB/-17dB Off/-6dB/-9dB/-12dB/ For manual audio level adjustments, -15dB/-17dB selects the saturation level for the limiter applied to loud input signals. Select Off if you do not wish
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Audio Makes settings related to audio. Sub-item Rear1/WRR Level Rear2/WRR Level Audio CH3 Level Audio CH4 Level Settings Side1/Front/Front+Side1 Side2/Front/Front+Side2 Side3/Front/Front+Side3 Side4/Front/Front+Side4 Description Selects the knob that adjusts the audio
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items WRR Setting Makes settings related to the wireless tuner. Sub-item WRR Valid CH Sel WRR CH Select Settings All/CH1 TX1/TX2 WRR Delay Comp On/Off TX --- TX Audio Peak ---/Peak TX Input Level ---/Mic/Line TX ATT Level --- TX LCF Freq --- TX System Delay Auto/0.0ms
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    mode (DF) or non-drop-frame mode (NDF). Specifies the data recorded in LTC user bits. Fix: Record user-specified data. Time: Record the current time. Select the method used to reset the Mark1 marks using the RET button on the lens. Specify whether to input Shot Mark2 marks using the RET button on the
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    Camera Config Makes settings related to various camcorder operations. Sub-item Rec Tally Blink Rec Review media capacity. Selects the recording review time. Clip: Review all of the most recently recorded clip. Selects whether to use the function that enables recording control from this camcorder
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Sub-item Preset White Color Temp Makes settings related to white balance preset values. Color Temp Balance Settings 1500K to 3200K to 50000K (reference values) -99 to ±0 to +99 R Gain B Gain AWB Enable -99 to ±0 to +99 -99 to ±0 to +99 On/Off
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    . Reduces the flicker that can occur when a subject is shot under a light source with a periodically varying brightness, such as Frequency fluorescent lights, due to the relationship with the camcorder's recording frame rate. Genlock H Phase(HD) Makes settings related to genlock
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    differences automatically by registering compensation values for each filter. Lens Auto FB Adjust Executes auto flange back adjustment. DDMMYY English/Chinese Executes auto flange back adjustment, only for supported lenses (execute by selecting Execute). Select Internal when recording
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    Preset Execute/Cancel Clear All Preset 3Sec Clr Preset Execute/Cancel On/Off Description Displays the software version of the camcorder (Vx.xx). Updates the camcorder (execute by selecting Execute). Note This cannot be selected unless an SxS memory card is inserted. Description Selects the items
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    FILE Menu items Sub-item Scene s1 Makes settings related s2 to scene file operations. s3 s4 s5 sStandard Display Mode Settings Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Date&Time/Model Name Scene Recall Mem Execute/Cancel Scene Store Mem Execute/Cancel Scene Recall S×S Execute/Cancel
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    be up to 16 characters in length. Displays the number of the selected file. Clears a file (execute by selecting Execute). When the installed lens supports serial communication, specifies whether to automatically load that reference file. Off: Do not use this function. On: Load the reference for the
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    FILE Menu items Lens Makes settings related to lens file operations. Sub-item Lens Center H Lens Center V Lens R Flare Lens G Flare Lens B Flare Lens W-R Offset Lens W-B Offset Shading Ch Sel L R/G/B H Saw Settings -40 to 0 to 40 -40 to 0 to 40 -99 to ±0 to +99 -99 to ±0 to +99 -99 to ±0 to +
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    user-specified functions to the ASSIGN. 0 to 3 switches, the ASSIGNABLE 4 and 5 switches, the COLOR TEMP. button, and the RET button on the lens. The following tables lists the functions that are assigned when the camcorder the other states: Conduct a recording review (if playback is allowed). Adjust
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    6 Menu and Detailed Settings Assignable switch setting Function State when camcorder is next powered on Off No assignment - Front Mic Switch on or off. Setting not retained ATW Hold EZ Mode Turbo Gain Rec Review Rec Picture Cache Freeze Mix Spotlight Hold the white balance setting in the
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    Assignable switch setting Function State when camcorder is next powered on Lens Info Switch the depth of field indication between off, displayed in meters, and displayed in feet. Setting retained Zoom Tele/Wide When a lens that supports serial communication is - installed, assign the Zoom
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    (if playback is allowed). Display return video signals. Execute recording review. Write Shot Mark1. Write Shot Mark2. Add or delete an OK mark. Turn the focus magnification function on or off. State when camcorder is next powered on - - - - - - - Setting not retained Chapter 6 Menu and Detailed
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    Select: 5 R709 SD Black Gamma: ON Gamma Level: -16 Preset Select: 4 Gamma Select: 4 240M Chapter 6 Menu and Detailed Settings Adjusting Picture Characteristics to Match the PMW-EX1R 135
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    specific data (shading, output levels, and other data that requires adjustment for the specific lens files on an S×S memory card. The first settings stored in a file are called "preset" values. Even after loading files to set up the camcorder, and overwriting original files with new lamp lights. A
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    User Setting Data Error message Problem NG:Cannot Save No recordable media is inserted. NG:Media Full The media is full. What to do Insert recordable media. Use media , the data saved in the camcorder's internal memory is overwritten. See the load, the ACCESS lamp lights. The ACCESS lamp goes out
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    User Setting S×S. Select Scene Recall Mem if you want to load the file from the camcorder's internal memory, and select Scene Recall (S×S) if you want to load the knob. If you selected Scene Recall S×S in step 2, the ACCESS lamp lights when you execute the load. When the data has been loaded from the
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    and Loading User Setting Data Note The settings data (ALL file, scene file, reference file, lens file) of this camcorder and the PMW-350 are not compatible. Saving and Loading Lens Files Setting Lens File Data Use FILE >Lens (see page 129) in the setup menu to set the data in lens files. You
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    lamp lights when you execute the load. When the specified lens file has been loaded from the S×S memory card, a completion message appears and the ACCESS lamp goes out. Loading Lens Files Automatically When you are using a lens that support serial communication, you can set up the camcorder by
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    . For connection and operation of the RM-B150/B750, refer to the Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder"). Connecting External Monitors Select the output signal and use an appropriate cable for the monitor to be connected. BNC cable (not supplied
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    (not supplied). i.LINK (HDV/DV) connector The i.LINK (HDV/DV) connector supports HDV and DV input/output. However, DV streams cannot be recorded on this camcorder. This connector can be used to connect a device that supports i.LINK (HDV). The device type can be a monitor, read/write device such
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    User License Agreement. For information on installation of the driver software, refer to the ReadMe on the supplied CDROM. For support information for the driver software, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/S×S-Support of the USB connector. • The camcorder does not work on the bus power
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    i.LINK cable, you cannot use the computer to operate files stored in a recording media loaded in the memory card slot of this camcorder. To remove an S×S memory card Windows 1. Click on the icon of "Safely by the clips may not be maintained. To avoid such a problem, use the application software.
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    refer to the User's Guide contained in the CD-ROM. For support information on the application software, visit the web sites shown in "XDCAM EX web sites" via the i.LINK connection. Recording the Camera Picture on an External Device The picture being shot with this camcorder is output as an HDV or DV
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    external device, refer to the operation manual of that device. 3 Start recording. appropriate i.LINK cable. • In searching pictures of this camcorder on the computer, it may take some time until the clip and the next clip. When you try to capture such a signal using the nonlinear editing system, a
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    case, cancel Recording mode. - The video format of input signal does not match that specified on the camcorder. - A copy-protected stream is being fed in. • If the input to the camcorder becomes no signal during recording, the TALLY indicators, the tally indicator on the front of the viewfinder, and
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    they become corroded due to prolonged outdoor use. Periodic inspections are recommended to keep the unit working properly and to prolong its usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or sales representative for more information about inspections. 148 Testing the Camcorder / Maintenance
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    Operation Warnings Chapter 9 Maintenance If a problem occurs when the camcorder is powered or is being operated, a warning earliest opportunity. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - Media Full Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module No space is left
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    The DC IN voltage has Recording continues. become low (stage 1). Check the power supply. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module The DC IN voltage is too low (stage 2). Recording cannot be performed. Recording stops
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    power Recording continues. of the backup battery is insufficient. Refer to a Sony service representative to replace the battery with a new one. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module A partitioned memory
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    Media(A)1) Media Error Cannot Use Media(A)1) Chapter 9 Maintenance Video Format Mismatch WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem camcorder. Replace it with another card. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem
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    Error Playback Halted Media(A)1) Error Chapter 9 Maintenance HDD A2) Battery Near End WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module An error occurred in reading data from the memory card, and playback cannot
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    Media (A)1) Cannot Divide Will Switch Slots Soon Not Enough Capacity Reached Duplication Limit Chapter 9 Maintenance WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take
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    to the operating instructions of the memory card. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module The inserted memory - card contains clips recorded in a format that is not supported by this camcorder. The card in
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    the camcorder. In the event of operating problems If you should experience problems with the camcorder, contact a Sony service representative. the laser beam be directed into the lens of the camcorder. Fitting the zoom lens It is important to fit the lens correctly, as otherwise damage may result.
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    problems are not a malfunction. Note that any such problems have no effect on recorded data. Phenomena specific under lighting produced XDCAM EXseries products When you use a PMW-EX1/EX3/EX30 to play materials recorded on the camcorder, any media in which clips of formats not supported by the PMW
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    Exchanging the Battery of the Internal Clock Specifications The camcorder's internal clock is powered by a lithium battery. If the message "BackUp Battery End" appears in the viewfinder, this battery must be exchanged. Contact a Sony service representative. General Power requirements 12 V DC (11
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    only: 3.2 kg (7 lb 0.88 oz) Dimensions See page 162. Supplied accessories See page 161. Camera Block Pickup device 1/2-type, CMOS image sensor Effective picture elements: 1920 (H) × 1080 (V) Format 3-chip ) Aspect ratio 16:9 Picture elements 640 (H) × 3 × 480 (V) Sequence delta Specifications 159
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    LENS: 12-pin Supplying power to the lens 11 to 17 V DC, maximum rated current: 1.0 A REMOTE: 8-pin LIGHT Lens Block (PMW-320K only) Focal length 5.8 mm (1/4 inches) to 93 mm (3 3/4 inches) (equivalent to 31.4 mm (1 1/4 inches) to 503 mm (19 7/8 inches) on 35 mm (1 7/16 inches) lens) Zoom Servo/Manual
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    focus lens (supplied with the PMW-320K) (1) Operating Instructions English version (1) CD-ROM - Utility Software for Solid-State Memory Camcorder and Recorder (Application software, S×S Device Driver Software) (1) - Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder (PDF Operating Instructions and Supplement
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    Appendix Dimensions (in mm (inches)) Design and specifications are subject to change without notice. Notes • Always make a test recording, and verify that it was recorded successfully. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR REIMBURSEMENT ON
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    51 Viewfinder DXF-20W Viewfinder DXF-C50W Viewfinder PMW-320 a) RM-B150/B750 RCP-730/750/751/920/921 MSU-900/950/700 Remote Control Unit VCT-14/U14 Tripod adaptor Tripod HD monitor/SD monitor XDCAM HD series recorder PDW-F1600/HD1500, PDW-F75 HDCAM series recorder HDW-2000 series recorder, HDW-S280
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    IEEE 1394 proposed by Sony, is a trademark supported by many companies worldwide. the device supports is identified on "Specifications" page of the operating instructions supplied be transmitted per second. i.LINK operation with your camcorder For details on operation when other equipment with i.
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    storing MPEG-2 video information such as DVD movie which are sold/distributed to general consumers. Disc replicators or sellers of the PACKAGED MEDIA need to obtain licenses for their own business from MPEG LA. Please contact MPEG LA for any further information. MPEG LA. L.L.C., 250 STEELE STREET
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    Index Index A AC power 34 ACCESS lamps 20, 23 Accessories (optional) 163 Accessory fitting shoe 14 ALARM knob 17 Application software 144 Area setting 40 Arrow buttons (K, k, J, j) 21 ASSIGN. 0 switch 18 ASSIGN. 1/2/3 switches 17 ASSIGNABLE 4/5 switches 23 Assignable switches, assigning functions
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    cap 16 mount securing rubber 15 mounting 41 LENS connector 15 Lens file(s) loading 140 loading automatically 140 saving 139 setting data 139 LEVEL CH-1/CH-2/CH-3/CH-4 knobs 22 LIGHT connector 15 LIGHT switch 14 Index M MACRO switch 26 Maintenance 148 Media remaining capacity 26, 31 status 29 MENU
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    73 on an external device 145 remaining time 69 review 71 time-lapse video 75 Recording mode 29 special cards 66 168 Index ejecting 68 formatting 68 loading 67 restoring 69 selecting 68 Scene files loading 138 saving 138 Search Speaker 19 Specifications 158 Status information 64 STATUS ON/SEL/OFF
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    62 User setting data loading 137 saving 136 V VF connector 15 Video format 30, 87 setting 49 Video level indication 31 Video light, balance, adjusting 51 Wireless microphone reception level 30 Write protect 26, 67 X XDCAM EX web sites 12 Z ZEBRA switch 28 Zoom 57 control connector 27 position 29
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4198304110
Printed in Japan
Printed on recycled paper.
4-198-304-
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© 2010 Sony Corporation
Solid-State Memory
Camcorder
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
PMW-320K
PMW-320L