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  • Sony PMWTD300 | Product Manual (PMW-TD300 Operations Manual) - Page 1
    4-408-371-11 (1) Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder Operating Instructions Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference. PMW-TD300 © 2011 Sony Corporation
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    block any ventilation openings. Install in accordance with the manufacturer's instructions. • Do not install near any heat sources such as Leaving 40 cm or more of space above the unit is recommended for service operation. CAUTION The apparatus shall not be exposed to dripping or splashing. No
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    used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in 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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    Foreword ...10 Before Use 10 Chapter 1 : Overview Features ...11 3D Images 13 Using the Software 17 Reading the CD-ROM Manuals 17 Locations and Functions of Parts and Controls 18 Power Supply 18 Accessory Attachments 19 Operating and Connectors Section 20 Monochrome LCD Panel 31 Viewfinder
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    the Video Format 51 Changing the Video Format 52 Selecting 3D or 2D Mode 52 Selecting 3D or 2D 52 Adjusting the Black Balance and the White the Audio Level 63 Manually Adjusting the Audio Levels of the Audio Inputs from the AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 Connectors 63 Manually Adjusting the Audio Level
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    82 Framing Shots with the Freeze Mix Function 83 Planning Metadata Operations 84 Loading a Planning Metadata File into Camcorder's Internal Memory Names in Planning Metadata 86 3D Shooting Guide Function 87 Displaying the Subject Distance Range 87 Displaying 3D Depth Warning 87 Displaying the
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    and Detailed Settings Setup Menu Organization and Levels 100 Setup Menu Organization 100 Setup Menu Levels 100 Basic Setup Menu Operations 101 Menu List 104 OPERATION Menu 104 PAINT Menu 122 MAINTENANCE Menu 127 FILE Menu 140 Assigning Functions to Assignable Switches 142 Functions that
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    149 Chapter 8 : Connecting External Devices Connecting External Monitors 151 Operating Clips with a Computer 153 Using the ExpressCard Slot of a Computer 153 USB Connection with a Computer 153 Editing 3D Clips using MPES-3D01 155 Chapter 9 : Maintenance Testing the
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    Display 170 Media Block 170 Inputs/Outputs 170 Lens Block 171 Supplied Accessories 171 Recommended Additional Equipment 171 Chart of Optional Components and Accessories 173 MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License 174 About Bitmap Fonts 174 About OpenSSL 175 Index...178 Table of Contents 9
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    PMW-TD300 Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder, before operating, it is necessary to set the area of use. (Unless this setting is made, the camcorder will not operate stop watching 3D video until the symptoms subside, and consult your doctor if necessary. Also, please follow the instructions provided with
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    operation of both the left and right lens. The function assigned to each dial can also be customized. 3D shooting guide function This displays a guide signals. Furthermore, one output also supports 3G-SDI for output of both left and right image signals paired together. 3D images can also be output in
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    (SP mode) on a single 64-GB SxS memory card. Multi-format support The camcorder supports interlace format recording (1080/59.94i or 1080/50i), progressive format recording ( following web sites: United States http://www.sony.com/xdcamex Canada http://www.sony.ca/xdcamex Europe, Middle East, Africa,
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    the head from the left and right eye images, people gain an awareness of depth and stereoscopic effect. 3D images utilize this technique to display subjects in three dimensions. When shooting 3D images, lenses substitute for the left eye and right eye to shoot subjects at a slightly different angle
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    the focus position using a single button push, store multiple convergence points, and recall convergence points when shooting. (see page 61) Comfortable 3D Images For subjects displaced from the convergence point, the parallax becomes larger as the distance from the convergence point becomes larger
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    Chapter 1 Overview Parallax Guidelines To shoot comfortable 3D images, we recommend the following points as parallax for subjects that appear to recede into the distance. The parallax angle for comfortable 3D images is less than ±1°. Since measuring the parallax angle is difficult when shooting,
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    parallax as a percentage of the screen width (near field, far field) or you can specify the maximum screen size as the reference for displaying the guide functions. (see page 87) 16
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    double-click on the index.htm file on the CD-ROM. 2 Select and click on the manual that you wish to read. This opens the PDF file. Memo The files may not be displayed you can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact a Sony service representative. Using the Software / Reading the CD-ROM Manuals 17
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    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 (page 47). Note For your safety, and to ensure proper operation of the camcorder, Sony recommends the use of the following battery packs: BP-GL95A, BP-
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    the DXF-series devices, optional parts are required. Consult a Sony service representative for information about connecting the DXF-51 or DXF-C50W the front-to-rear direction. Adjust the position for maximum convenience when operating the camcorder on your shoulder (see page 50). k LIGHT (video
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    77). c EXPAND FOCUS button When the viewfinder display setting is L, R, or 3D, the displayed image expands, making focusing easier (Expand Focus function). Press the button remote control operation. h REMOTE ZOOM connector Connects to an optional zoom demand for zoom remote control operation. i
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    IRIS switch to the MANU (manual) position, then turn this dial. Turn the dial clockwise to open the iris aperture, and counterclockwise to close the iris aperture (factory default setting). You can set the direction of rotation of the dial using OPERATION >Dial Operation >Iris Clockwise in the setup
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    is constantly active. Even with the switch in the AUTO position, you can manually adjust the focus by operating the FOCUS dial. MANU (manual): The manual mode allows focusing adjustment with the FOCUS dial. In manual mode, auto focus adjustment is also possible, by pressing the PUSH AF button
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    the black set and black balance automatically. You can use the AUTO W/B BAL switch even when the ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance) function is operating. If you push the switch to the WHITE side once more during the automatic white balance adjustment, the adjustment is cancelled and the white balance
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    >Audio in the setup menu, Headphone Out must be set to STEREO.) f ASSIGN. (assignable) 0 switch You can assign the desired function to this switch on OPERATION >Assignable SW in the setup menu (see page 143). Off is assigned to this switch when the camcorder is shipped from the factory. This is
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    B (ATW 1)): When this switch is set to B and OPERATION >White Setting >White Switch is set to [ATW] in function of this switch is the same as that of the MENU button in the thumbnail screen operations section. k STATUS ON/SEL/OFF (menu display on/page selection/display off) switch MENU CANCEL
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    audio control section Open to access the audio control section (see page 27). f Protection cover of the thumbnail screen operations section Open to access the thumbnail screen operations section (see page 27). g F REV (fast reverse) button and indicator This plays back at high speed in the reverse
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    LCD panel will be turned on when the camcorder is powered on for the first time after shipped from the factory. Thumbnail screen operations section and audio control section a THUMBNAIL indicator This lights when thumbnail screen is displayed. b THUMBNAIL button Press this button to display the
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    free run/set/ recording run) switch Selects the operating mode of the internal timecode generator. The operating mode is set as explained below, depending on the each of audio channels 3 and 4. AUTO: Automatic adjustment MANUAL: Manual adjustment h ESSENCE MARK button By pressing this button when the
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    4/5 switches You can assign the desired functions to these switches on OPERATION >Assignable SW in the setup menu (see page 143). Off is , refer to the Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder"). d SxS memory card slots These four slots can receive
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    576/50i 1080/50i, 720/50P, 576/50i (Genlock for the camera module supports horizontal sync signals only.) Use MAINTENANCE >GENLOCK in the setup menu to adjust be selected either composite video or HD-Y depending on the setting of OPERATION >Output >Signal Format in the setup menu. m TC OUT (
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    connector (BNC type) Outputs 2-system Left/Right HDSDI signals (with embedded audio). The output from this connector can be turned on or off by OPERATION >Output >SDI Output in the setup menu. f AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 (audio channel 1 and channel 2 input) connectors (XLR type, 3-pin, female) These are
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    Chapter 1 Overview e Audio level indicators Indicate the audio recording or playback levels of channels 1 to 4. f Lock icon Appears when the recording media is writeprotected. g Remaining media capacity indicator Shows bar segments indicating the remaining capacity of recording media in the slots.
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    switch is set to ON, the items for which an ON setting was made with OPERATION >Super Impose in the setup menu or with related switches are displayed at the top should only be used as a guide. Top of viewfinder screen qs a 3D/2D Indicates the 3D/2D setting. During playback, "PLAY" is displayed after
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    Slow & Quick Motion mode zCALL Being called from a connected device BREVIEW During recording review The z indicator flashes when OPERATION >Format>3D/2D in the setup menu is set to 3D and you are recording to either the left slots or right slots only. g Wireless receiver reception level When
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    The display unit is meters or feet, as selected by OPERATION >Display On/Off >Lens Info in the setup menu. AF (Auto Focus mode) • MF (Manual Focus mode) • MF* (Manual Focus mode when the MF Assist function g Subject distance range (3D) or recording status (2D) In 3D record mode, displays the
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    Chapter 1 Overview 2D Rec L: Recording in 2D mode to left slots only 2D Rec R: Recording in 2D mode to right slots only 2D Rec L&R: Recording in 2D mode to both left and right slots 2D L: Can record in 2D mode to left slots only 2D R: Can record in 2D mode to right slots only 2D L&R: Can record in
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    Preparations Preparing a Power Supply For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and AC adaptors listed below. • BP- each battery. For details on the battery charging procedure, refer to the battery charger operation manual. Note on using the battery pack A warm battery pack may not be able to
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    the camcorder's VF connector (26-pin). If the coupling is loose, noise may appear on the video or the tally indicator may not operate properly. 1 1 Loosen the viewfinder left-to-right positioning ring, 2 attach the viewfinder to the viewfinder fitting shoe, and 3 tighten the viewfinder leftto-right
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    Eyepiece You can view the LCD screen inside the viewfinder or its mirrored image by lifting up the viewfinder barrel or the eyepiece. To display 3D images in the viewfinder, lift up the eyepiece to view the image. This section describes how to lift up the viewfinder barrel and detach it
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    To raise up the viewfinder barrel Push the clip on the bottom to release (1) and flip up the viewfinder barrel (2). It locks at the 120-degree position. To detach the viewfinder barrel Chapter 2 Preparations Normally use it in the locked position. Although you can open it farther from the lock
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    To attach the hood You can detach the viewfinder barrel or eyepiece and attach a hood to make the image on the LCD screen easier to see. Adjusting the Viewfinder Focus and Screen To adjust the viewfinder focus Turn the diopter adjustment ring until the viewfinder image is sharpest. Chapter 2
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    optional CBK-VF01 viewfinder in the same way as the supplied viewfinder. For details, see page 38. Note The CBK-VF01 cannot display images in 3D. Viewfinder slide assembly 3 Attach the BKW-401 with the supplied bolts. Bolts supplied with the BKW-401 42 Attaching the Viewfinder
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    DXF-series (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. Notes • The 5-inch viewfinder does not support 3D display or anaglyh display. • It is not possible to use either the
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    output from this camcorder is a PAL signal. The system frequency is 50i. 4 Set the following items. • Time Zone • Date/Time See "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101). 5 Turn the MENU knob to select "Finish", then press the MENU knob. The camcorder is now ready for use. 44 Setting the Area
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    can set or change the date and time of the internal clock. The date and time set are reflected in the timecode. For menu operations, see "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101). 1 Select MAINTENANCE >Clock Set >Date/Time in the setup menu. Connecting a Microphone to the MIC IN Connector Attach the
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    is 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
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    Diversity Tuner For details of these units, refer to the operation 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 representative To fit the DWR-S01D or WRR-855S 1 Remove
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    Chapter 2 Preparations Tripod Mounting 1 Attach the optional VCT-14/U14 Tripod Adaptor to the tripod. Tripod adaptor To remove the camcorder from the tripod adaptor Hold down the red button and pull the lever in the direction of the arrow. Camera mount 2 Mount the camcorder on the tripod adaptor.
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    -type shoe, use the supplied cold shoe kit. For information about using the cold shoe kit, refer to the Supplement provided on the "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder" CD-ROM. To attach the shoulder strap 1 Fit one of the clips to a shoulder strap fitting. Pull up the strap to lock
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    Chapter 2 Preparations To remove the shoulder strap Press here and pull in the direction shown by the arrow to release. Adjusting the Shoulder Pad Position 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
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    " (page 101). Setting the Video Format The following recording formats can be selected for different combinations of video resolution and system frequency. OPERATION >Format menu settings HD System Line Rec Format System Frequency a) 1080 HQ 1920 59.94i 50i 29.97P 25P 23.98P HQ 1440
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    Country was changed, power the camcorder off and on again. Selecting 3D or 2D Mode This selects 2D or 3D image recording mode. Selecting 3D or 2D Select OPERATION >Format >3D/2D in the setup menu, and then select 3D or 2D. When 3D is selected, the images from the left and right lenses are recorded
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    • When the GAIN selector (L/M/H/Turbo) values have been changed by using OPERATION >Gain Switch in the setup menu. It is not usually necessary to are performed in the following order: black set and black balance. Manual black balance adjustment can be selected from the setup menu. Note Automatic
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    BAL switch: A or B 1) 1) Adjustment values are saved to memory B only when OPERATION >White Setting >White Switch in the setup menu, is set to [Memory]. 2 necessary. For information about this internal check, refer to the Maintenance Manual. If you have no time to adjust the white balance Set the
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    to ND filter settings in the following cases. • When the number of memories allocated to each of A and B is limited to one by setting OPERATION >White Setting >Filter White Memory in the setup menu to Off. • When the electrical CC filter switching function has been assigned to an assignable switch
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    cannot be selected when the camcorder is in Slow & Quick Motion mode and OPERATION >Rec Function >Frame Rate in the setup menu is set to a value that ) mode Select this mode for shooting subjects in low level lighting conditions. 3D/2D 3D 2D Number of accumulated frames 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8 2,
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    Chapter 3 Adjustments and Settings To switch between Speed mode and Angle mode 1 Select OPEARTION >Shutter Select >Shutter Select in the setup menu (see page 119). 2 Turn the MENU knob to select Second or Degree, and then press the knob. To set the shutter mode and standardmode shutter speed Once
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    can set the area where light detection occurs. To change the reference value 1 Set OPERATION >Auto Iris >Iris Override in the setup menu to On (see page 117). 2 the power is turned on. To set the automatic iris window 1 Set OPERATION >Auto Iris >Iris Window Indication in the setup menu to On. The
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    dark, or the highlights may be blown out. In such cases, setting the highlight clip function on reduces the luminance range, avoiding problems from the automatic iris correction. Set OPERATION >Auto Iris >Clip High Light in the setup menu to On. You can use the ZOOM dial or the zoom lever to
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    the picture in the viewfinder as you focus. Adjusting in MF Mode When the FOCUS switch is set to MANU (manual), MF mode is selected, in which auto focus can be operated when necessary. Adjusting using the FOCUS dial Turn the FOCUS dial clockwise to focus on closer subjects, and counterclockwise to
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    the peaking function. Edges are emphasized in the monitor picture, which facilitates manual focusing. The recorded video signals are not affected. Adjusting in AF Mode convergence point by operating the dial or recall convergence points set beforehand. The camcorder supports the following three
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    FOCUS dial. The function assigned to the dial can be changed using OPERATION >Lens Dial >Outer or Mid in the setup menu. Adjusting using the lens image from the left lens image to emphasize the parallax. 3D: Displays the 3D image, in color. Anaglyph: Displays a superimposed image obtained by
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    When you have operation of the LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs and MIC LEVEL control linked together, if the MIC LEVEL control is set to 0, the audio signals on channels 1 and 2 cannot be recorded. Check the position of the MIC LEVEL control before adjusting the LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs. Manually Adjusting the
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    MIC LEVEL control LEVEL (CH2) knob and MIC LEVEL control (linked operation) Note When you have operation of the MIC LEVEL control and LEVEL (CH1/CH2) knobs linked 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
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    MIC LEVEL control LEVEL (CH4) knob and MIC LEVEL control (linked operation) You can now adjust the levels of audio channels 3 and 4 first exit picture cache mode. Setting the Timecode This sets the recording timecode. In 3D record mode, the same timecode is recorded to both left and right media. The
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    data to 00 00 00 00 Press the RESET/RETURN button. 4 Set the F-RUN/SET/R-RUN switch to F-RUN or R-RUN, corresponding to the desired operating mode for the timecode generator. To store the user bit setting in memory The user bit setting (apart from the real time) is automatically retained
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    with the SMPTE standard and in proper phase relationship, to the TC IN connector and to the GENLOCK IN connector, respectively. This operation synchronizes the internal timecode generator with the external timecode. After about 10 seconds, you can disconnect the external timecode without losing the
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    Chapter 3 Adjustments and Settings Checking Camcorder Settings and Status Information (Status Screens) AUDIO status screen This screen displays settings and status information related to audio input and output. The status screens allow you to check camcorder settings and various types of status
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    Chapter 3 Adjustments and Settings BATTERY/MEDIA status screen This screen displays the status of the battery mounted on the camcorder and the media status. Battery: The remaining battery capacity Charge Count: The number of times the battery has been charged Media A/Media B: • Remaining capacity
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    recording. For details, refer to the Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder"). About SxS Memory Cards SxS memory cards that can be used with this camcorder Use the following Sony SxS memory cards (SxS PRO or SxS-1) with this camcorder. SxS PRO • SBP
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    . Before discarding or disposing of a memory card, erase it using commercial data erasure software, or physically destroy it. Sony cannot be responsible for any failure to erase data completely. • Clip operations may not be possible when the remaining capacity of the media is low. In this case, use
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    either recording continues on the slot A card that is not full or recording stops on both left and right sides, according to the setting using OPERATION >Format >3D Single Rec in the setup menu. When recording to memory cards on one side only When recording to slot A on the left side and
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    fails A format operation may fail because the SxS memory card is write protected, or because it is not the type of card specified for use with this camcorder. In this case, an error message appears. Following the instructions in the error message and exchange the card for an SxS memory card
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    recording time is different in 3D record mode and 2D record mode. 3D record mode In 3D record mode, the 3D remaining recording time for both slots be restored. A warning message appears for such cards. Follow the instructions in the message and unprotect the card or replace it with another
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    procedures. Before starting to shoot, inspect the camera system to verify that it is operating properly. 1 Attach a fully charged battery pack (see page 37). 2 Load one or two SxS memory cards (see page 71). When recording in 3D, insert memory cards in both the left and right slots. If memory cards
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    change the prefix to an arbitrary length (4 to 46 characters) using OPERATION >Clip >Title Prefix in the setup menu. (The prefix cannot be the larger number of the two is appended to both clips. L: When recording in 3D, "L" is appended to left image clips and "R" to right image clips. When recording
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    can record up to 127 shot marks per clip. For clips recorded in 3D, shot marks are recorded for clips in left slots only. However, shot assigned (see page 142). • If Lens RET has been assigned to the RET button, operate as follows. To record shot mark 1: Press the RET button once. To record shot mark
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    advance of the time when you press a recording start button. Note In 3D mode, the picture cache record function cannot be used. Selecting picture cache Rec, Interval Rec, and Slow & Quick Motion mode. The 78 Advanced Operations camcorder exits Frame Rec, Interval Rec, or Slow & Quick Motion mode
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    the viewfinder to inform you that there is not enough remaining capacity.) • Shot marks are not recorded if they are set before the recording start operation. If power is lost during recording • If you set the camcorder's POWER switch to OFF, the camcorder is powered off automatically after a few
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    is five seconds or less. • If you set the LIGHT switch to [MANUAL] and turn the video light's switch on, the video light is always the POWER switch to OFF. • With the camcorder in recording standby mode, set OPERATION >Rec Function >Interval Rec in the setup menu to "Off". Limitations during
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    it again the next time you shoot in Frame Rec mode. To shoot in Frame Rec mode Make the settings and preparations described in "Basic Operations" (page 75), secure the camcorder so that it does not move, and begin shooting. When recording starts, the "Frame Rec" indication in the viewfinder changes
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    knob. The setting range for the frame rate is as follows. 3D/2D 2D 3D System lines 1080 720 1080 720 Frame rate 1 to 30 To exit Slow & Quick Motion mode With the camcorder in recording standby mode, set OPERATION >Rec Function >Slow & Quick in the setup menu to "Off". Limitations during recording
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    the current camera picture. This makes it easier to frame the shot. In 3D mode, an image from the left slot clip overlaps the left-lens input image The following functions are disabled at the freeze mix times. • Menu operations • During Focus Mag display • Marker display • Zebra display • Peaking
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    the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder"). To load a planning metadata file by menu operation Do the following procedures with where they are located on the SxS memory card (General/ Sony/Planning) contains 512 or more files. 2 Turn the MENU knob to select
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    the selected item only. To clear the planning metadata loaded 1 Under OPERATION >Plan.Metadata >Clear in the setup menu, select [Execute]. 2 xmlspversion="1.0"spencoding=" UTF-8"?>3
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    used, the standard format clip name is used. You can use the Sony Planning Metadata Add-in application software supplied with the CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi Adapter to define clip names. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the CBKWA01. To set clip names 1 Load a planning metadata file
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    name strings. You can use the Sony Planning Metadata Add-in application software supplied with the CBK-WA01 Wi-Fi Adapter to Essence mark names. For details, refer to the Operating Instructions supplied with the CBK-WA01. 3D Shooting Guide Function The camcorder provides the following functions
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    Chapter 4 Shooting so that the warning is not displayed for an extended length of time. To display the 3D depth warning, set OPERATION >3D Guide >Depth Warning in the setup menu to On. The 3D depth warning display can be switched On and Off during recording by setting an assignable switch with the
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    in the recording format configured in the camcorder (clips that match all the Rec Format, HD System Line, System Frequency, and Country settings under OPERATION >Format in the setup menu (see page 104)). If you want to display all recorded clips, switch to the all clips thumbnail screen. However
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    Because independent files lack the associated management files, some operations and information displays may not be available. g Video only when the clip has been marked with an OK mark (see page 96). j 3D/2D When a 3D clip is selected, this displays "L" or "R." When a 2D clip is selected, this
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    after the selected clip. Play continues even if there is mix of 3D clips and 2D clips. This function plays memory cards in the left another. During this time, the playback controls and the THUMBNAIL button cannot be operated. • When you select a clip in the thumbnail screen and begin playback,
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations Press the THUMBNAIL button: Playback stops and the thumbnail screen (see page 89) appears in the viewfinder. Playback also stops if you eject the memory
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    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 Clip see page 97). Deletes all unprotected clips from media in left and right slots (see page 97). Thumbnail Operations 93
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations Basic THUMBNAIL Menu Operations See "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101) for information about menu operations. To display the THUMBNAIL menu 1 Press the THUMBNAIL button to display You cannot start playback from the all clips thumbnail screen. 94 Thumbnail Operations
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    when you select Clip Properties in the THUMBNAIL menu. Chapter 5 Clip Operations a Image of the current clip b Image of the previous clip only when an OK mark has been added. g Date and start time of recording h 3D/2D When a 3D clip is selected, this displays "Left" or "Right." When a 2D clip is
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    clips to other SxS memory cards. Clips are copied to destination SxS memory cards using the same names as the original clips. 96 Thumbnail Operations When copying 3D clips, both the left and right clips are simultaneously copied. Insert SxS memory cards in both left and right slots for the copy
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations The batch copy function copies all clips (clips matching the recording format configured for the camcorder) displayed in the thumbnail screen. Clips not displayed in the thumbnail screen are not copied. If the batch copy target includes 3D clips, the corresponding right
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations Displaying the Expand Thumbnail Screen The expand thumbnail screen 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
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    Chapter 5 Clip Operations If you have recorded clips by using planning metadata that defined names for Shot Mark 0 to Shot Mark 9, the defined names are that is not the first frame of a clip, playback of that clip from a thumbnail screen always begins at the first frame. Thumbnail Operations 99
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    Menu Configuration" (page 93) for the organization of the THUMBNAIL menu. OPERATION Menu (see page 104) OPERATION Format Format Media Output Super Impose Rec Function Assignable SW Lens Dial Dial Operation Enable VF Disp Grid 3D Guide VF Setting Marker Gain Switch TLCS Zebra Display On/Off Auto
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    Version FILE Menu (see page 140) FILE All Scene Reference Basic Setup Menu Operations To display the setup menu Set the MENU ON/OFF switch to ON, appears to the right. Example: When the cursor is positioned at the OPERATION menu Menu list Menu item selection area Note The setup menu cannot be
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    3, the menu disappears and a confirmation message appears if you select an item that requires confirmation before execution. Follow the instructions in the message to execute or cancel the operation. To enter text Some items, such as time data or file names, must be set by entering text. When you
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    . 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 103 Chapter 6 Menu and Detailed Settings
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    Menu Settings in bold are the factory default values. OPERATION Menu items Format Specifies the camcorder's operating mode and recording format. Sub-item 3D/2D 3D Single Rec Settings 3D/2D Enable/Disable HD System Line 1080/720 System Frequency The available settings vary depending on
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    Menu items Format Specifies the camcorder's operating mode and recording format. Sub-item Rec Format Format Media Executes a media format. Country Media(A)-Left Media(A)-Right Media(A)-L&R Media(B)-Left Media(B)-Right Media(B)-L&R Settings
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    OPERATION Menu items Output Makes settings related to output signals. Sub-item Signal Format 23.98P Output SDI Output(L) SDI Signal(L) SDI Output(R) Settings HD/SD/
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    OPERATION Menu items Output Makes settings related to output signals. Sub-item SDI Signal(R) output format from the HDMI connector when the Signal Format setting is HD. Side By Side: In 3D mode, side-by- side format signal output. In 2D mode, left signal output. L: Left signal output R: Right signal
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    OPERATION Menu items Output Makes settings related to output signals. Sub-item Down Converter Settings Crop/Letter/Squeeze Wide ID Through/Auto Super Impose Makes settings
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    OPERATION Menu items Rec Function Makes settings related to special recording modes. Sub-item Slow ]: 1 to 30 to 60 When Format >Country is set to [PAL Area]: 1 to 25 to 60 On/Off In 3D mode, turns the picture cache function on or off. (When this is set to On, the Slow & Quick, Interval Rec
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    OPERATION Menu items Rec Function Makes settings related to special recording modes. Sub-item Number of Frames Note When Picture Cache is assigned to an assignable
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    the display formats L+R selectable in the viewfinder. L-R 3D Anaglyph Settings Description Zoom/Focus/ Assigns function to ZOOM function to Convergence/Iris/Assign CONVERGENCE dial. Nothing Near/Far Sets the operation of the FOCUS dial when turned clockwise. Near: Shifts focus closer
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    OPERATION Menu items Sub-item Grid Grid(VF) Makes settings related to the grid display. Grid(SDI(L)) Grid(SDI(R)) Grid(HDMI) Width Select % Pixels Line Thickness 3D Guide Setting Makes settings related to the 3D shooting guide function. Screen Size %(Near) %(Far) Depth Warning
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    OPERATION Menu items VF Setting Makes settings related to the viewfinder screen. Sub- type. Select Off if you do not want to display the marker. Note When Safety Zone, User Box, and Guide Frame are set to [On], this setting cannot be turned on. Specifies the horizontal position of the center marker.
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    OPERATION Menu items Sub-item Marker Safety Zone Makes settings related to horizontal position of the box cursor center. Specifies the vertical position of the box cursor center. Turns display of the guide frame on or off. Note When Center Marker, Safety Zone, and User Box are set to [On], this
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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
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    OPERATION Menu items Display On/Off Selects the items to display in the viewfinder of the remaining media capacity on or off. Turns the indication of the TLCS operating mode on or off. Turns the indication of the focus operating mode on or off. Turns the indication of the white balance mode on or
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    OPERATION Menu items Display On/Off Selects the items to display in the viewfinder screen. Sub-item System Line Rec Mode WRR RF Level Clip Number(
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    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 position of the WHITE BAL switch. Memory: Auto white balance ATW: Auto tracing white balance Specifies the
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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
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    selection area (three lines) Select the character to insert at the title prefix cursor position 0123456789 abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOPQRSTUV WXYZ • Cursor operation area (one line) Space: Changes the character at the cursor position to a space INS: Inserts a space at the cursor
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    the first Update character is "." cannot be viewed on the application software for computers. Plan.Metadata Load/Slot(A) Makes settings for operating planning metadata. Load/Slot(B) Properties Clear Clip Name Disp Settings Description 0001 to 9999 Specifies the initial value of the
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    On/Off On/Off Knee White Clip On/Off On/Off Detail Aperture Flare Test Saw White Color Temp Sets the color temperature, and performs manual white balance adjustment. Color Temp BAL On/Off On/Off On/Off On/Off 1500K to 3200K to 50000K (reference values) -99 to ±0 to +99
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    PAINT Menu items Sub-item Flare Flare Makes settings related to flare. Flare is 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 system. Master Flare R Flare G Flare
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    PAINT Menu items Sub-item Knee Knee Makes settings related Knee Point to knee correction. Knee correction is processing that Knee Slope prevents washout by Knee Saturation compressing the bright parts of the video according to an upper Knee Saturation limit for the dynamic Level range
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    PAINT Menu items Detail Makes settings related to details adjustments. 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 Depend Level Depend Level Frequency Settings On/Off -
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    PAINT Menu items Sub-item Skin Detail Skin Detail Makes settings related to skin detail correction. Area Detection Skin detail correction is processing that Area Indication increases or decreases the detail level of a specified color range (skin tone range), for the purpose of Level
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    PAINT Menu items Sub-item Multi Matrix Multi Matrix Makes settings related to multi matrix correction. Area Indication Multi-matrix correction allows specific colors to be selected for saturation correction in Color Detection a 16-axis hue space. Axis Hue Saturation Low Key Sat. Makes
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    related to batteries. Sub-item Info Before End Info End Sony Before End Sony End Other Before End Other End DC In Before End to 11.8V to 17.0V (0.1V step) 11.0V to 14.0V (0.1V step) Info/Sony/Other/DC IN Auto/Other Description Specifies a threshold value that triggers a "Battery Near End"
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Battery Makes settings related to batteries. Audio Makes settings related to audio. Sub-item Segment No.10 Segment No.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 Front MIC Select Audio CH3/4 Mode Front MIC CH1 Ref
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    3 and 4, specifies whether to make the adjustments separately for each channel (Mono) or in stereo mode (Stereo). Selects the AGC saturation level. For manual audio level adjustments, selects the saturation level for the limiter applied to loud input signals. Select Off if you do not wish to use the
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Audio Makes settings related to audio. Sub-item MIC CH1 Level MIC CH2 Level Rear1/WRR Level Rear2/WRR Level Settings Description Side1/Front/Front+Side1 For recording input audio from the front microphone on channel 1, selects the knob that adjusts the audio level.
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items Audio Makes settings related to audio. WRR Setting Makes settings related to the wireless tuner. Sub-item Audio CH3 Level Audio CH4 Level WRR Valid CH Sel WRR CH Select WRR Delay Comp TX TX Audio Peak TX Input Level TX ATT Level Settings Side3/Front/Front+Side3 Side4/Front/
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    MAINTENANCE Menu items WRR Setting Makes settings related to the wireless tuner. Sub-item TX LCF Freq Settings --- TX System Delay Auto/0.0ms to 8.0ms Timecode TC Out Makes settings related to timecode. Auto/Generator DF/NDF DF/NDF LTC UBIT Fix/Time Counter Display Counter/Duration
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    remote recording control function. Chara: Indicate by the external device control indication on the viewfinder screen. R-Tally: Indicates by the recording mode/operation status indication on the viewfinder screen. Selects the color bar type. Selects whether to share (On) or not share (Off) settings
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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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    window. Adjusts the level of the auto iris target value. Adjusts the mix ratio of auto iris detection peak value and average value (available when OPERATION >TLCS >Mode is set to [Standard]). Adjusts the width of the detection window when the setting of Iris Window is VAR. Adjusts the height of
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    Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM Set (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder"). MAC Address Net Config Reset Settings On 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 0.0.0.0 to 255.255.255.255 admin pmw-td300 (model name) Execute/Cancel Execute/Cancel Executes auto flange back adjustment (execute
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    play. Network Type Ch Authentication For details on Wi-Fi connection, refer to the Supplement supplied in the CDROM (labeled "Manuals for SolidState Memory 3D Camcorder"). Encryption WEP Key Index Input Select Key Settings Description Execute/Cancel When Wi-Fi is set to [Enable], scan the
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    in grey) during recording and play. For details on Wi-Fi connection, refer to the Supplement supplied in the CDROM (labeled "Manuals for SolidState Memory 3D Camcorder"). Clock Set Sets the internal clock. Wireless Mode Wi-Fi Date/Time 12H/24H Date Mode Language Language Selects the language
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    Clear All Preset 3Sec Clr Preset Execute/Cancel On/Off Network Data Off/On Scene s1 Makes settings related s2 to scene file operations. s3 s4 s5 sStandard Display Mode Standard Standard Standard Standard Standard Date&Time/Model Name Scene Recall Mem Execute/Cancel Scene Store Mem
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    FILE Menu items Reference Makes settings related to reference file operations. Sub-item Reference Store Reference Clear Reference Load Settings Execute/Cancel Execute/Cancel Execute/Cancel Reference Save Execute/Cancel File ID Scene White Data On/
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    ASSIGNABLE 4 switch ASSIGNABLE 5 switch ASSIGN. 6 switch RET button COLOR TEMP. button Function No assignment Execute EZ mode, according to the setting of OPERATION >TLCS. No assignment No assignment No assignment No assignment Turn on or off the grid display in the viewfinder. During recording or
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    on or off. Picture Cache a) Turn the picture cache function on or off. Zebra Turn zebra display on or off. a) Immediately after you assign a functionThe OPERATION >Rec Function item in the setup menu is disabled (displayed in grey) and cannot be set when the Picture Cache function is turned on
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    the Zoom Wide function to ASSIGNABLE 4, and - assign the Zoom Tele function to ASSIGNABLE 5 (displayed only when and are set). Manual Focus Assist Turn the manual focus assist function on or off. Setting retained Focus Mag Turn the focus magnification function on or off. Setting not
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    on Off No assignment - Grid(VF) Turn the grid display in the viewfinder on or off. Setting retained Depth Warning Turn the display of the 3D depth warning on or off. Setting retained Grid & Depth Warn. Perform one of the following, depending on the Setting retained viewfinder settings
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    be assigned to more than one dial. The functions are assigned to the dials using OPERATION >Lens Dial >Inner, Mid, or Outer in the setup menu. You can also of the dials are shown in the following table. You change the operation of the dial by assigning functions to the clockwise direction using the
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    an ALL file. Before starting, insert a writable SxS memory card into a left-side memory card slot. See "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101) for information about menu operations. 1 Select FILE >All in the setup menu. To assign a name to the data before saving it Assign a name before proceeding
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    is not loaded from the SxS memory card. Error message NG:No Data Problem • There is no readable media • The specified file does not exist a File after Changing Its Contents See "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101) for information about menu operations. 1 Select FILE >All in the setup menu. 2
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    SxS memory card, insert the card into a left-side memory card slot and then proceed as follows. See "Basic Setup Menu Operations" (page 101) for information about menu operations. 1 Select FILE >Scene in the setup menu. To assign a name to the data before saving it Assign a name before proceeding to
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    Chapter 7 Saving and Loading User Setting Data Note The settings data (ALL file, scene file, reference file) of this camcorder and the PMW-350 are not compatible. 150 Saving and Loading Scene Files
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    You can connect an RM-B150/B750 Remote Control Unit and operate this camcorder. For connection and operation of the RM-B150/B750, refer to the Supplement supplied in the CD-ROM (labeled "Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder"). Connecting External Monitors Select the output signal and use an
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    signals are output in side-by-side format. If a monitor that does not support 3D is connected, the left side images are displayed. The output from this connector can be turned on and off using OPERATION >Output >HDMI Output in the setup menu (see page 106). The output format from this connector can
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    software. For these purposes, the clips on an SxS memory card can be operated by directly loading the card in a computer or by connecting the camcorder or supplied CDROM. For support information for the driver software, visit the following URL: http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/ To the ExpressCard
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    the clips may not be maintained. To avoid such a problem, use the application software. For the operating requirements, installation and operations, refer to the "XDCAM EX web sites" (page 12) or User's Guide contained in the CDROM. For support information on the application software, visit the web
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    supplied application software. Some editing software may not operate properly. Be sure to confirm before use that it conforms to the with this camcorder. Editing 3D Clips using MPES-3D01 You can adjust, convert, or perform other image processing functions on 3D clips shot by the
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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. 156 Testing the Camcorder / Maintenance
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    method corrects the left/right lens error at a single point. 1 Press and hold the Shift button, and then press the ASSIGN. 6 switch. Or select OPERATION >Lens Adjust(R) in the setup menu. The camcorder switches to LENS ADJUST mode. 2 Select the parameter (vertical optical axis, zoom, focus, iris) to
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    , use the supplied flange focal length adjustment chart as the subject. Carrying out the adjustment With the camcorder, zoom and focus operations automatically adjust the flange focal length. 1 Open the iris, position the supplied flange focal length adjustment chart approximately 3 meters (10 ft
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    E-***** WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module The camcorder is abnormal. source.) If the problem continues after the camcorder is restarted, contact your Sony service representative. Operation Warnings 159
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    (Left/Right) WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module Free space on the SxS Recording continues. memory card has become insufficient. In 3D mode, this calculates the remaining capacity based on the memory required
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    one. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module The remaining power Recording continues. of the backup battery is insufficient. Refer to a Sony service representative to replace the battery with a new one
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    more clip can be recorded on the card. Replace it with another card. WARNING indicator Warning sound Tally/REC Battery remaining - - - - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module An error occurred with Recording stops. the memory card. The card requires restoration. Remove
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    stops. It cannot be used with this camcorder. Replace it with another card. 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 be continued
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    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 slot A cannot
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    Record Only Left/Right Side WARNING indicator Warning sound - - Tally/REC Battery remaining - Problem Operation in the recorder Action to take module In 3D mode, clips are Recording continues. recording to memory cards on one side only. Insert recordable media in slots on both sides, as
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    may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish of the camcorder. In the event of operating problems If you should experience problems with the camcorder, contact a Sony service representative. Use and storage locations Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the camcorder
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    camcorder, any media in which clips of formats not supported by the PMW-EX1/EX3/EX30 have been recorded cannot be used. The PMW-EX1/EX3/EX30 cannot divide a clip recorded on this camcorder, even if the clip is in a video format supported by the PMW-EX1/EX3/ EX30. Important Notes on Operation 167
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    make a backup of clips in the medium then perform formatting of the medium using OPERATION >Format Media (see page 105) in the setup menu. Exchanging the Battery of , this battery must be exchanged. Contact a Sony service representative. Appendix 168 Exchanging the Battery of the Internal Clock
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    Note The actual recording/playback time may differ slightly from the values shown here, depending on usage conditions, memory characteristics, etc. Continuous operation time With the BP-GL95A Approx. 170 min. Mass 5.5 kg (12 lb 2 oz) Camcorder + LCD viewfinder + microphone + lens hood Dimensions See
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    /P: 1/60 to 1/2000 sec. 29.97P: 1/40 to 1/2000 sec. 25P: 1/33 to 1/2000 sec. 23.94P: 1/32 to 1/2000 sec. Slow shutter 2 to 8 frames (3D mode) 2 to 8, 16, 32, 64 frames (2D mode) Audio Block Sampling frequency 48 kHz Quantization 16 bits Headroom 20 dB (the factory default setting) (20
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    English version (1) CD-ROM - Utility Software for XDCAM (application software, device driver software) - Manuals for Solid-State Memory 3D Camcorder (PDF Operating Instructions and Supplement) (1) Recommended Additional Equipment Power supply and related equipment AC Adaptor AC-DN10/DN2B Battery
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    1501 Note The command network unit (CNU) is not supported. Wi-Fi Adapter CBK-WA01 Media SxS Memory Card H300 Soft Carrying Case LC-DS300SFT Maintenance Manual Dimensions (in mm (inches)) Design • Always verify that the unit is operating properly before use. SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF
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    /862 UHF Synthesized Diversity Tuner DWR-S01D Digital Wireless Receiver SBP-16/32 SBS-32G1A/64G1A SxS memory card MEAD-MS01, MEAD-SD01 Media Adaptor PMW-TD300 RM-B150/B750 RCP-751/921 RCP-1001/1501 Remote Control Unit VCT-14/U14 Tripod adaptor Tripod PXU-MS240 Mobile Storage Unit MPE-200
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    MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License About Bitmap Fonts ANY USE OF THIS PRODUCT OTHER THAN CONSUMER PERSONAL USE IN ANY MANNER THAT COMPLIES WITH THE MPEG-2 STANDARD FOR ENCODING VIDEO INFORMATION FOR PACKAGED MEDIA IS EXPRESSLY PROHIBITED WITHOUT A LICENSE UNDER APPLICABLE PATENTS IN THE MPEG-2
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    Appendix About OpenSSL Because it uses the OpenSSL Toolkit, this product uses software developed by the OpenSSL Project (http://www.openssl.org/). OpenSSL License Copyright (c) 1998-2008 The OpenSSL Project. All rights reserved. * * Redistribution and use in source and binary forms, with or
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    Appendix * NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS OR SERVICES; * LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) * HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, * STRICT LIABILITY, OR TORT (INCLUDING
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    * FOR ANY DIRECT, INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, EXEMPLARY, OR CONSEQUENTIAL * DAMAGES (INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED TO, PROCUREMENT OF SUBSTITUTE GOODS * OR SERVICES; LOSS OF USE, DATA, OR PROFITS; OR BUSINESS INTERRUPTION) * HOWEVER CAUSED AND ON ANY THEORY OF LIABILITY, WHETHER IN CONTRACT, STRICT
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    Index Index Numerics 2D 52 3D 52 3D depth warning 87 3D shooting guide 87 A AC power 38 ACCESS lamps 26, 29 copying 96 cue up 92 defining names 85 deleting 77, 97 displaying properties 95 operating with a computer 153 operations 89 playing 76, 91 selecting 91 Clock setting 45 Color LCD 26 COLOR TEMP
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    79 Iris position 36 IRIS dial 21 L LCD panel 26 LEVEL CH-1/CH-2/CH-3/CH-4 knobs 28 LIGHT connector 19 LIGHT switch 18 M Maintenance 156 Manual focus 60 Media remaining capacity 32, 36 status 34 MENU button 28 MENU CANCEL/PRST/ESCAPE switch 25 MENU knob 23 MENU ON/OFF switch
  • Sony PMWTD300 | Product Manual (PMW-TD300 Operations Manual) - Page 180
    92 with the shot mark thumbnail screen 92 SET button 28 Setup menu 100 basic operations 101 FILE menu 140 MAINTENANCE menu 127 menu list 104 OPERATION menu 104 PAINT menu 122 SHIFT button 21, 28 Shooting 70 basic operations 75 stop motion animations 80 with Slow & Quick motion 82 Shot mark thumbnail
  • Sony PMWTD300 | Product Manual (PMW-TD300 Operations Manual) - Page 181
    indicators 32 TALLY switch 30, 32 TC IN connector 30 TC OUT connector 30 Testing 156 THUMBNAIL button 27 THUMBNAIL indicator 27 THUMBNAIL menu 93 operations 94 Thumbnail screen 89 displaying OK clip thumbnails only 94 displaying the all clips thumbnail 94 Thumbnail(s) changing the screen type 94
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PMW-TD300