Sony F35 User Manual

DIGITAL CINEMATOGRAPHY CAMERA

F35

OPERATION MANUAL [English] 1st Edition (Revised 1)

WARNING

To reduce the risk of fire or electric shock, do not expose this apparatus to rain or moisture.

To avoid electrical shock, do not open the cabinet. Refer servicing to qualified personnel only.

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This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

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For the customers in Europe

This product with the CE marking complies with the EMC Directive issued by the Commission of the European Community. Compliance with this directive implies conformity to the following European standards:

• EN55103-1: Electromagnetic Interference (Emission)

• EN55103-2: Electromagnetic Susceptibility (Immunity) This product is intended for use in the following Electromagnetic Environments: E1 (residential), E2 (commercial and light industrial), E3 (urban outdoors), E4 (controlled EMC environment, ex. TV studio).

The manufacturer of this product is Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. The Authorized Representative for EMC and product safety is Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Germany. For any service or guarantee matters please refer to the addresses given in separate service or guarantee documents.

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Ce produit portant la marque CE est conforme à la Directive sur la compatibilité électromagnétique (EMC) émise par la Commission de la Communauté européenne. La conformité à cette directive implique la conformité aux normes européennes suivantes :

• EN55103-1 : Interférences électromagnétiques (émission)

• EN55103-2 : Sensibilité électromagnétique (immunité) Ce produit est prévu pour être utilisé dans les environnements électromagnétiques suivants : E1 (résidentiel), E2 (commercial et industrie légère), E3 (urbain extérieur) et E4 (environnement EMC contrôlé, ex. studio de télévision).

Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japon. Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la sécurité des produits est Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question concernant le service ou lagarantie, veuillez consulter les adresses indiquées dans les documents de service ou de garantie séparés.

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Für Kunden in Europa

Dieses Produkt besitzt die CE-Kennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMV-Richtlinie der EG-Kommission. Angewandte Normen:

• EN55103-1: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störaussendung)

• EN55103-2: Elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit (Störfestigkeit), für die folgenden elektromagnetischen Umgebungen: E1 (Wohnbereich), E2 (kommerzieller und in beschränktem Maße industrieller Bereich), E3 (Stadtbereich im Freien) und E4 (kontrollierter EMV-Bereich, z.B. Fernsehstudio).

Der Hersteller dieses Produkts ist Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo, Japan. Der autorisierte Repräsentant für EMV und Produktsicherheit ist Sony Deutschland GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart, Deutschland. Bei jeglichen Angelegenheiten in Bezug auf Kundendienst oder Garantie wenden Sie sich bitte an die in den separaten Kundendienst- oder Garantiedokumenten aufgeführten Anschriften.

Chapter 1 Overview

1-1 Features .......................................................................... 7

1-2 Example of System Configuration ............................... 9

1-3 Locations and Functions of Parts .............................. 10

1-3-1 Camera Head .................................................................. 10

1-3-2 Assistant Panel (Supplied) .............................................15

1-3-3 Interface Box (Supplied) ................................................15

Chapter 2 Installation and Preparations

2-1 Mounting the Interface Box ......................................... 17

2-2 Mounting the SRW-1 Recorder ................................... 19

2-3 Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 20

2-4 Attaching a Viewfinder ................................................ 21

2-5 Mounting the Camera to a Tripod ............................... 22

2-6 Attaching/Detaching Handles ..................................... 23

2-6-1 L Handle ........................................................................23

2-6-2 Center Handle (Supplied) ..............................................23

2-7 Preparing the Power Supply ....................................... 24

2-8 Setting the Built-in Clock ............................................ 25

Chapter 3 Basic Adjustments and Settings

3-1 Selection of the Basic Operation Modes ................... 27

3-1-1 Overview of the Basic Operation Modes .......................27

3-1-2 Switching of the Basic Operation Modes ......................27

3-2 Basic Settings with the Subdisplay ........................... 29

3-2-1 Basic Operation of the Subdisplay ................................. 29

3-2-2 Shutter Settings ..............................................................30

3-2-3 Selection of Video Formats ...........................................32

3-2-4 Retrieving the ND Offset ...............................................32

3-2-5 Selection of the Gain, Color Temperature, and White

Balance Memory ............................................................33

3-2-6 Selection of a Lens File .................................................34

3-2-7 Confirmation of the Time Code and Tape Remaining ..34 3-2-8 Confirmation of the Power Voltage and Selection of Fan

Operation Mode .............................................................35

Table of Contents

3-2-9 ON/OFF of the Character Indication ..............................35

3-2-10 Allocation of Functions to the Assignable Buttons and

Switch ............................................................................35

3-2-11 Brightness Adjustment of the Subdisplay ....................36

3-2-12 Selection of Gamma Tables .........................................36

3-2-13 Selection of Color Spaces ............................................36

3-2-14 Limiting Pages that are Displayed on the Subdisplay ..36

3-3 Black Balance Adjustment ...........................................37

3-4 White Balance Adjustment (in Custom mode) ...........38

3-5 Setting the Camera Outputs ........................................39

3-5-1 Selecting a Video Output Signal for Each Connector ....39

3-5-2 Setting the Monitor Picture ............................................40

3-5-3 Outputting Color Bars ....................................................42

3-6 Viewing and Setting the Viewfinder Displays ............43

3-6-1 Viewing the Basic Status Indications .............................43

3-6-2 Viewing the ABNORMAL <!> Display ........................44

3-6-3 Viewing the FUNCTION (Format/Switch Function)

Display ...........................................................................44

3-6-4 Setting the Marker Indications .......................................45

3-6-5 Adjusting the Viewfinder Details ...................................46

3-6-6 Setting the Zebra Indication ...........................................46

3-6-7 Setting the Cursor Indication .........................................46

3-6-8 Checking the Power Voltage ..........................................47

3-7 Detailed Settings of the Switch Functions .................48

3-8 Setting the Gain ............................................................49

3-9 Detailed Shutter Settings .............................................49

3-10 Resuming the Standard Conditions ..........................51

3-11 Selecting the Gamma .................................................51

3-11-1 Using the Standard Gamma .........................................51

3-11-2 Using the Hyper Gamma ..............................................52

3-11-3 Using the S-LOG ..........................................................52

3-11-4 Using the User Gamma ................................................52

3-12 Setting the Fan Operation Mode ...............................53

3-13 Inverting the Camera Picture .....................................54

3-14 Detailed Setting of the Video Format ........................54

Chapter 4 Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings

4-1 Menu Configuration ......................................................56

4-2 Basic Menu Operations ................................................57

4-2-1 Displaying Setting Pages ................................................58

4-2-2 Setting the Menu Items ..................................................59

4-3 Menu List .......................................................................60

4-3-1 OPERATION Menu .......................................................60

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4-3-2 PAINT Menu .................................................................67

4-3-3 MAINTENANCE Menu ................................................ 73

4-3-4 NETWORK Menu ......................................................... 78

4-3-5 FILE Menu .....................................................................79

4-3-6 DIAGNOSIS Menu ........................................................ 83

4-4 Editing the USER Menu ............................................... 84

Chapter 5 Storage and Retrieval of User Setting Data

5-1 File Configuration ........................................................ 87

5-2 List of Items Stored in Files ........................................ 89

5-3 File Operations ............................................................. 90

5-3-1 Using a “Memory Stick” ................................................ 90

5-3-2 Storage and Retrieval of the Operator File ....................91

5-3-3 Registration and Retrieval of the Lens Files ..................92

5-3-4 Storage and Retrieval of the Scene Files .......................92

5-3-5 Storage and Retrieval of the Reference File ..................93

5-3-6 Reading of the User Gamma ..........................................94

5-3-7 Storage of the OHB File ................................................94

5-3-8 Resetting to the Initial Settings ...................................... 95

Appendixes

Using the RM-B750 ............................................................. 96

Connection ................................................................................96

Operating the Menu of This Camera ........................................96

Monitoring the Camera Image ..................................................97

Using the MSU-900/950 ...................................................... 97

Connections ..............................................................................97

Parameter Settings ....................................................................98

Using the ARRI Remote Control ...................................... 100

About Metadata ................................................................. 101

Warning/Error Messages .................................................. 108

Precautions ....................................................................... 109

About a “Memory Stick” ................................................... 110

Specifications .................................................................... 112

Camera Head ..........................................................................112

Interface Box (Supplied) ........................................................114

Optional Accessories ..............................................................114

Connector Pin Assignments ............................................ 115

Color Space According to the COLOR SPACE Settings 117

Lip Sync Compensation ................................................... 118

Index ................................................................................... 120

Table of Contents

Chapter 1 Overview

Overview

1-1 Features

The F35 is a 1CCD digital cinematography camera equipped with Super 35-mm type IT progressive CCD array with a total of 6,600,000 picture elements (effective pixel count of 1920 [H] × 1080 [V] RGB). The camera is incorporated with newly developed imagers and a digital signal-processing LSI that yield images of a high quality for cinematic, commercial, and dramatic production applications. The camera also supports the features of a “production camera” up to details in its shape, button and indicator layout, and materials of the parts.

Superior Picture Quality and High Performance

Super 35-mm type CCD and PL Mount

With the F35’s Super 35-mm-type CCD imagers and PL Mount, most movie lenses designed for conventional 35mm film cameras can be mounted without a converter.

Wide dynamic range and high-quality digital pictures

With its newly developed imagers, 14-bit A/D converter, and unique digital LSI, the camera achieves significant extension of the dynamic range and picture quality of optimal grade, minimizing noises.

RGB 4:4:4 image capturing

The RGB 4:4:4 image-capturing capability, having high affinity with computer graphics, yields significant results, especially in chroma-keying and color-correction processes where highly exacting special-effects sequences and elaborate finishes are required in demanding moviemaking, commercial, and television applications.

Variable-speed recording

When used with a Sony SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder, the number of frames per second (FPS) for shooting/recording is selectable in single-frame increments. This allows users to create slow- or fastmotion effects equivalent to those obtained by

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“overcranking” or “undercranking” a cinematic film camera. Frame-rate settings for this function are variable from 1 to 50 FPS.

Multiple frame formats

The camera covers the1080 formats of different types to allow it to be used for high-end content creation, including commercial and broadcasting program production as well as movie making.

• Progressive mode: 1080/23.98P, 1080/24P, 1080/25P, 1080/29.97P, 1080/50P

• Progressive mode (variable): 1080/S23.98P, 1080/S24P, 1080/S29.97P, 1080/S50P, 1080/S59.94P (MAX50), 1080/S60P (MAX50)

• Interlace mode: 1080/50i, 1080/59.94i

Imaging characteristics with wide color space

Sony’s unique technology allows the camera to capture images in natural-looking colors closer to those of the actual scene than with conventional cameras.

S-LOG and Hyper gammas

S-LOG and Hyper gammas, field-proven in Sony’s F23 digital cinematography camera and HDW-F900R HD digital camcorder, are included among the standard selections with the F35.

User Gamma

The F35 allows you to customize gamma curves according to your creative needs, using the CvpFileEditor application software.

1) You can download the software from the “eCSite,” the site for downloading business and professional software from Sony Corporation.

Design and Shape

New compact design

For a high level of mobility in consideration of various shooting situations, such as inside a car, the camera is housed in as compact a body as possible. In addition, buttons and indicators are laid out to provide a familiar and intuitive user interface to users of conventional cinema film cameras.

Features

Dockable system of the SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder

A dockable interface system is employed to conform to versatile shooting conditions and on-site demands. The SRW-1 the camera, as required for shooting conditions.

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can be docked directly on the top or rear of

The camera and SRW-1 recorder can also be tethered via cables to take advantage of the compactness of the camera for higher mobility.

1) The firmware of the SRW-1 may be required to be updated for use with the camera. For details, consult your local Sony representative.

Compatible with film-camera accessories

The F35 is designed to be compatible with a variety of film-camera accessories, giving users a broad array of choices. These include ARRIFLEX-made bridge plates, matte boxes, follow focus units, lens focus/zoom/iris servo control units, and more. These film-camera accessories can be attached to the F35 without modification, enabling users who principally work with film to fully utilize their assets. Having one 12 V DC output connector and another 24 V

output connector, the F35 can supply power to such compatible accessories attached to it through these connectors.

1) To feed 24 V DC power in synchronization with the power switch of the

camera, an independent power supply of 24V DC is required in addition to the 12 V power.

Assignable switches

Functions frequently used in the field, such as optical filter switching, can be assigned to three push buttons and one switch located on the side panel of the camera, allowing the operator to make rapid changes when working in the field.

Saving/retrieving settings with a “Memory Stick”

Using a “Memory Stick,” you can save menu settings for particular shooting conditions for retrieval when required.

1) Memory Stick and are trademarks of Sony

Corporation.

Monitor output selection

For monitor outputs, the user can select flexibly whether to mix character information and markers, whether to apply alternative monitor gamma other than that applied to the camera signal, or how to mix the playback picture.

Image inversion function

The image inversion function, field-proven in Sony’s F23 digital cinematography camera and HDW-F900R HD digital camcorder, is included among the standard functions with the F35. The delay of video relative to audio may vary according to the ON/OFF setting of this function (see page 118).

Other Features

Assistant panel

The supplied assistant panel has an identical button and indicator layout to that of the on-camera control panel and provides intuitive remote control of basic camera operations, such as control of frame rate (fps), shutter (indication in angles enabled), gain, color temperature (switching between Tungsten and Daylight enabled), timecode/tape remaining check, character indications, and function assignment to the assignable buttons.

Down-conversion output

The down-converter built into the camera as standard equipment enables camera pictures as well as VTR playback pictures to be monitored using a conventional SD monitor.

Twin-viewfinder operation

Two viewfinders can be attached to the F35 for simultaneous monitoring with different settings of character information and marker indications.

Operational Versatility

Two operation modes: Cine and Custom

The F35 offers two operation modes; “Cine Mode” for movie-making applications, where image tone is normally adjusted in post production, and “Custom Mode,” which is suitable for users who wish to fine-tune camera parameters to produce their desired look in on-set grading.

Shutter control

When using the electronic shutter, the setting indication can be switched between the shutter angle (degree) and shutter speed (second).

Features

1-2 Example of System Configuration

The diagram below shows a system configuration example to use of this camera. In this manual, an optional HDVF-C35W HD Electronic Viewfinder is used to instruct how to operate the unit.

Viewfinders

HDVF-20A HD Electronic Viewfinder

HDVF-C35W HD Electronic Viewfinder

Viewfinder-related equipment

Name / Purpose Magnification Part No.

Fog-proof filter — 1-547-341-11

Lens assembly –2.8 D to +2.0 D A-8262-537-A

Lens assembly –3.6 D to –0.8 D A-8262-538-A

Lens assembly –3.6 D to +0.4 D A-8267-737-A

Lens assembly (3 × magnification)

–2.4 D to +0.5 D A-8314-798-A

F35 Product Configuration

For more information about the fittings, connections, or use of additional equipment and accessories, see “Chapter 2 Installation and Preparations” as well as the operation manuals for the connected equipment.

Products for battery operation

Product Model name

Rechargeable Battery Pack BP-GL95

Battery Adaptor BKP-L551

Product for AC power supply

Product Model name

AC Adaptor AC-DN2B

Center handle

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L handle

Camera head

Riser plate

Video recorder

SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder

Products for tripod mounting

Name Model name

Bridge Plate BP-5 (ARRIFLEX made)

Shoulder Set S-1 (ARRIFLEX made)

Assistant panel

L O C K

Interface box

Remote control devices

RM-B750 Remote Control Unit

MSU-900/950 Master Setup Unit

Data storage media

“Memory Stick PRO” “Memory Stick PRO Duo”

Example of System Configuration

1-3 Locations and Functions of Parts

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1-3-1 Camera Head

Front panel

a VF1 connector

b CONTROL PANEL connector

c Accessory receptacles

d VF2 connector

a VF1 (viewfinder 1) connector (20-pin)

Connect a viewfinder (optional).

b CONTROL PANEL connector

Connect with the CAMERA connector of the supplied assistant panel (page 15).

c Accessory receptacles

Using these screw holes in combination with the accessory pockets (page 11) on the left side, you can fix a certain accessory to the left side of the camera.

e Viewfinder shoe

f Flange focal length adjustment screw

Lens mount

g Lens fixing lever

h Lens mount cap

i Shutter emergency open screw

f Flange focal length adjustment screw

You can adjust the flange focal length with the screw behind the cover.

For details, see “Adjusting the flange focal length” (page

20).

g Lens fixing lever

Turn the lever clockwise to secure the lens in the lens mount. To remove the lens, turn the lever counterclockwise.

d VF2 (viewfinder 2) connector (20-pin)

Connect a second viewfinder (optional), e.g. for an assistant.

Note

When two viewfinders are connected at the same time (via the VF1 and VF2 connectors), if an HDVF-C950W is connected to either connector, use an HDVF-C35W as the other viewfinder. Because of a limitation of current capacity, two HDVF-C950W viewfinders cannot be used simultaneously.

e Viewfinder shoe

Attach an optional viewfinder. The height of the attaching position can be adjusted.

For details, see “2-4 Attaching a Viewfinder” (page 21).

Locations and Functions of Parts

For details, see “2-3 Attaching a Lens” (page 20).

h Lens mount cap

Cover the lens mount with this cap when a lens is not attached. The cover may be removed by rotating the lens fixing lever counterclockwise.

i Shutter emergency opening screw

You can forcibly open the shutter in an emergency.

For details, see “To forcibly open the shutter” on page

109.

Left panel

a Level vial

b L handle

c Accessory pockets

d DC IN connector

i DC OUT 12V connector

h (network) connector

g EXT I/O connector

f CAM POWER switch

e Power indicators

k Measure hook/focus

reference mark

j DC OUT 24V connector

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a Level vial

Used as a reference to check that the camera stands horizontally. It can be fine-adjusted when required. If fine-adjustment is required, remove the cover and adjust it by rotating the three slotted-head screws.

b L handle

The L handle is attached to the top of the camera head at the factory. It has three screw holes (

/8") for accessories on the upper side. The assistant panel (page 15) can be mounted on the outside of the handle by attaching the supplied assistant panel hanger.

c Accessory pockets

Using these accessory pockets in combination with the accessory receptacles (page 10) on the front panel, you can fix a certain accessory to the left side of the camera.

d DC IN connector (LEMO 8-pin)

Power is supplied by using a specified power cord.

e Power indicators

Either of the indicators lights according to the voltage of the power being supplied.

f CAM POWER switch CA: The camera is turned on using the power being

supplied via the interface box (page 15).

OFF: The power is cut off. ON: The camera is turned on using the power being

supplied from the DC IN connector of the camera head.

Note

If you move the switch setting from ON to CA in one stroke, the power may not be cut off. To turn off the power, be sure to set the switch to the OFF position.

g EXT I/O (external control) connector (5-pin)

For control via RS-232C.

h (network) connector (RJ-45 type, 10BASE-T, 100BASE-TX)

For control from the MSU-900/950 Master Setup Unit, etc. via a network cable.

Locations and Functions of Parts

The necessary settings are made using the NETWORK menu displayed on the viewfinder or monitor screen.

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CAUTION

For safety, do not connect the connector for peripheral device wiring that might have excessive voltage to this

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port. Follow the instructions for this port.

ATTENTION

Par mesure de sécurité, ne raccordez pas le connecteur pour le câblage de périphériques pouvant avoir une tension excessive à ce port. Suivez les instructions pour ce port.

ACHTUNG

Aus Sicherheitsgründen nicht mit einem PeripheriegerätAnschluss verbinden, der zu starke Spannung für diese

Right panel

i DC OUT 12V (DC 12V power output) connector

DC 12V power can be fed to an accessory.

j DC OUT 24V (DC 24V power output) connector

DC 24 V power can be fed to an accessory.

k Measure hook/focus reference mark

Use as reference for focusing. The same reference mark is also provided at the right of the riser plate (page 13). For actual measurement of the distance from a subject, you can fix the end of a tape measure to the hook.

e Safety release tab

f Accessory clamp lever

g Lock release knob

h Accessory mount lever

a Assignable buttons 1, 2, 3

b LOCK switch c RUN button and indicator d 4/AUTO BLK BAL switch

Riser plate

a Assignable buttons 1, 2, 3

You can assign various functions to these buttons, using the subdisplay on the left panel or on the assistant panel or the menu displayed on the viewfinder or monitor screen. The ND filter selection function is assigned to button 1 and the CC filter selection function to button 2 at the factory. (No function is assigned to button 3.)

For details, see “3-2-10 Allocation of Functions to the Assignable Buttons and Switch” (page 35) and “3-7 Detailed Settings of the Switch Functions” (page 48).

b LOCK switch

To disable operations on the panel.

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Display/menu operation block

(page 13)

i Memory stick section

j Focus reference mark

k Tripod receptacles (bottom)

You can make a setting to allow the RUN button to be activated even when the LOCK switch is set to ON on the <SUBDISPLAY 2> page on the USER (OPERATION) menu.

c RUN button and indicator

To start/stop recording on the SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder docked on the camera. The indicator is lit while the recorder is in Recording mode. The indicator flashes as a warning in some cases.

For details on warning indication, see “Warning/Error Messages” (page 108).

Locations and Functions of Parts

The firmware of the SRW-1 may be required to be updated for use with this camera. For details, consult your local Sony representative.

Display/menu operation block

Used to operate displays on the subdisplay and the viewfinder/monitor screen.

d Assignable 4/AUTO BLK BAL (auto black balance) switch

Push the switch downward to the AUTO BLK BAL side to start the auto black balance adjustment. The function activated by pressing the switch upward to the 4 side can be selected using the subdisplay on the left panel or on the assistant panel or the menu displayed on the viewfinder or monitor screen.

For details, see “3-2-10 Allocation of Functions to the Assignable Buttons and Switch” (page 35) and “3-7 Detailed Settings of the Switch Functions” (page 48).

e Safety release tab f Accessory clamp lever g Lock release knob h Accessory mount lever

For mounting/unmounting an SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder or the supplied interface box to the top of the camera head. The mounting/unmounting mechanism is the same as that on the rear panel (page 14).

For details, see “Chapter 2 Installation and Preparations”.

i Memory Stick section

A slot to accommodate a “Memory Stick” is provided behind the rubber cap. The access lamp is lit in red while writing or reading data to/from a “Memory Stick.” You can use the “Memory Stick PRO” or “Memory Stick PRO Duo” with this camera. The “Memory Stick PRO Duo” media can be used without any adaptor.

Note

When the access lamp is lit in red, do not insert/remove the “Memory Stick” or turn off the camera.

For details, see “5-3-1 Using a “Memory Stick”” (page

90).

j Focus reference mark

Used as a reference for focusing.

k Tripod receptacles (bottom)

Two screw holes (for

/8" camera screws) for tripod

mounting are provided.

For details on menu operations, see “3-2-1 Basic Operation of the Subdisplay” (page 29) and “4-2 Basic Menu Operations” (page 57).

a Subdisplay

b VF MENU/DISPLAY button

c CANCEL/STATUS button

LOCK

VF MENU/DISPLAY CANCEL/STATUS

RUN

AUTO

BLK

BAL

PAG E

SET

e SET button

d PAGE button

f MENU SEL/ENTER

dial

a Subdisplay

For basic settings of this camera. When an SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder has been docked, some statuses of the recorder can also be displayed. When the supplied assistant panel is connected, the same information will be displayed on the assistant panel.

b VF (viewfinder) MENU/DISPLAY button

Press this button to select the display mode of the subdisplay and the viewfinder (monitor) screen.

c CANCEL/STATUS button

In Menu Operation mode, press this button to cancel your entry or to resume the previous status. If you press this button when the menu is not displayed on the viewfinder (monitor) screen, the status information of the camera will be displayed.

For the information displayed, see “3-6 Viewing and Setting the Viewfinder Displays” (page 43).

d PAGE button

Press this button to flip the pages or register the setting on the subdisplay.

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e SET button

The subdisplay enters Data Change mode if you hold this button pressed for more than 1 second. Use this button also to flip to the previous page on the subdisplay.

Locations and Functions of Parts

f MENU SEL (selection) /ENTER dial

Used to select or set the items on the subdisplay or the menu items on the viewfinder (monitor) screen.

Rear panel

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a Safety release tab b Accessory clamp lever

c Lock release knob d Accessory mount lever

OFFON

REMOTE

f RUN indicator and ON/OFF switch

g GENLOCK IN connector h TEST OUT connector i MONITOR OUT HD SDI connectors 1/2

j REMOTE connector

e Recorder/interface box

receptacles

a Safety release tab b Accessory clamp lever c Lock release knob d Accessory mount lever

For mounting/unmounting an SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder or the interface box to/from the rear of the camera head. The mounting/unmounting mechanism is the same as that on the top (page 13).

For details, see “Chapter 2 Installation and Preparations”.

e Recorder/interface box receptacles

Signals and power are sent/received to/from an SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder or the supplied interface box (page 15) mounted on the rear. The same receptacles are provided on the top to send/ receive signals and power to/from the recorder or the interface box mounted on the top.

When using a rechargeable battery

Use the receptacles on the rear panel. By attaching the BKP-L551 to the rear of the interface box, the camera can be operated on a battery. Note, however, that power will be fed only to the camera head and viewfinder. Provide another power source for the recorder.

DC IN connector (see page 11)

k Wrench box

g GENLOCK IN (external sync signal input)

connector (BNC type)

Used for input of an external gen-lock signal (HD 3-level sync).

h TEST OUT connector (BNC type)

An analog test signal is fed from the connector. The type of output signal can be set using a menu on the viewfinder or monitor screen.

i MONITOR OUT HD SDI connectors 1/2 (BNC type)

An HD SDI signal for monitoring is fed from the connectors. The type of output signal can be set using a menu on the viewfinder or monitor screen. The same signal is output from connector 1 and 2.

j REMOTE connector (8-pin)

Connect an external control device, such as the RM-B150/ B750 Remote Control Unit.

k Wrench box

A 3-mm wrench for attaching/detaching the handle and a

2.5-mm wrench for attaching/detaching the viewfinder shoe are accommodated.

f RUN indicator and ON/OFF switch

When the switch is set to ON, the indicator will be lit while the recorder mounted on the camera is in Recording mode.

Locations and Functions of Parts

1-3-2 Assistant Panel (Supplied)

1-3-3 Interface Box (Supplied)

The most parts are common to those on the right panel of the camera head. Connecting the panel to the CONTROL PANEL connector (page 10) of the camera head permits the camera and recorder to be operated at hand.

a CAMERA connector

LOCK switch

VF MENU/DISPLAY button

Assignable buttons 1, 2, 3

CANCEL/STATUS button

b AUX connector

LOCK VF MENU/DISPLAY CANCEL/STATUS

MENU SEL/

ENTER

RUN

AUTO

BLK BAL

4/AUTO BLK BAL switch

RUN button and indicator

PAG E

SET

SET button

PAG E bu t t on

MENU SEL/ENTER dial

Subdisplay

Being attached to the top or the rear of the camera head, it transfers signals and power to/from the camera head.

a AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors

b Audio input selection switches

LINE MIC

+48V ON

CH-1

LINE MIC

+48V ON

CH-2

c HD-SDI A/B connectors

AUDIO IN

e Camera connector 1

HD-SDI

f Camera connector 2

d DC IN connector (bottom)

a AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors (XLR 3-pin,

female)

Connect audio signals. Each connector is equipped with an input selection switch.

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a CAMERA connector

Using the supplied assistant panel cable, connect to the CONTROL PANEL connector of the camera head.

b AUX (auxiliary) connector

Connect to an external device as required.

The other parts function the same as those on the right side panel of the camera head.

Note

If the assistant panel cable is disconnected/connected while you are operating the subdisplay or a menu on the viewfinder/monitor screen, the cursor/pointer on the subdisplay or on the menu page may inadvertently be moved. If a ? symbol is shown on the display, first register the setting, then disconnect/connect the cable.

b Audio input selection switches

Set to the appropriate position according to the equipment connected to the corresponding AUDIO IN connector. LINE: When a line-level (+4 dBu) signal source is

connected

MIC: When an external microphone is connected (No

power is supplied.)

+48 V ON: To supply power of +48 V to the connected

microphone

c HD-SDI A/B connectors

For Dual Link outputs of an HD-SDI signal.

d DC IN connector (XLR 4-pin)

Connecting the BKP-L551 Battery Adaptor or a specified power cable, supply power to the interface box. The power is also fed to the camera head, viewfinder, and lens.

Note

Power is not fed to an SRW-1 recorder.

Locations and Functions of Parts

e Camera connector 1

When the interface box is mounted on the top or rear of the camera head, video/audio and control signals are sent/ received to/from the camera head.

f Camera connector 2

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When the interface box is mounted on rear of the camera head, power is sent/received to/from the camera head.

Locations and Functions of Parts

Installation and Preparations

2-1 Mounting the Interface Box

The supplied interface box can be attached to the top or rear of the camera head. Connection between the camera head and the interface box is achieved by mounting, eliminating additional cable connections.

• The same attaching/detaching system is used both on the

top and the rear.

• The following instructions use the illustrations of

attaching to the rear as examples.

• Although the illustrations show the statuses where the L

handle has been detached, the interface box can be mounted/unmounted with the L handle attached.

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Release the lock by sliding the lock-release knob in the direction of the arrow (1 in the figure below) then pull up the accessory mount lever (pull it toward the lens when mounting on the top) (2 in the figure below).

Accessory mount lever

Lock-release knob

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To attach

Place the camera head on a stable, flat surface.

Rotate the accessory clamp lever upward (toward the lens when attaching to the top).

Accessory clamp lever

Aligning the matching line on the interface box with that on the camera head, fit the interface box into the camera head then push down on the box (slide it in the opposite direction of the lens when attaching to the top) so that the connectors engage.

Matching line on

Matching line on the camera head

the interface box

Mounting the Interface Box

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Rotate the accessory mount lever downward (pull it in the opposite direction of the lens when attaching to the top).

While holding the lock-release knob in the direction of the arrow, fold the accessory mount lever into its home position.

To detach

Rotate the accessory clamp lever upward (toward the lens when attaching to the top) (1 in the figure below).

Release the lock by sliding the lock-release knob in the direction of the arrow (2 in the figure below) then pull up on the accessory mount lever (3 in the figure below) (pull it toward the lens when mounting on the top).

Accessory clamp lever

Rotate the accessory clamp lever downward (toward the opposite direction of the lens when attaching to the top).

Lock-release knob

Accessory mount lever

While holding the safety release tab pressed inward, pull up on the interface box to disengage the connectors, then pull out the box horizontally. (When attaching to the top, hold the safety release tab pressed downward, slide the interface box toward the lens to disengage the connectors, then pull out the box vertically).

Safety release tab

Mounting the Interface Box

Return the accessory mount lever and accessory clamp lever to their home positions.

2-2 Mounting the SRW-1 Recorder

Mounting to the rear

SRW-1

In the same manner as the interface box, the SRW-1 HD Portable Digital Recorder can be mounted on the top or rear of the camera head.

For handling of the SRW-1 Recorder, refer to the Operation Manual of the recorder.

Notes

• The firmware of the SRW-1 may be required to be

updated for use with the camera.

For details, consult your Sony representative.

• When mounting the recorder, fix the camera head on a

tripod in advance to keep the camera head stable.

For tripod mounting, see “2-5 Mounting the Camera to a Tripod” (page 22).

• When the camera is to be used with the recorder

mounted, make sure that the camera is securely fixed and stable so that it will not topple over or fall.

Mounting to the top

SRW-1

N O

VF MENU/DISPLAY CANCEL/STA

TUS

OFF

When connecting the SRW-1 recorder using cables

Attach the SRPC-1 HD Video Processor to the recorder to permit cable connections to the interface box mounted on the camera. Use two coaxial cables for connections. The cable length can be extended up to 100 m when 5C-FB cables are used. The camera and recorder must be controlled independently when connected via cables.

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Coaxial cables

SRW-1

HD SDI AHD SDI B

HD SDI IN A

HD SDI IN B

SRPC-1

Mounting the SRW-1 Recorder

2-3 Attaching a Lens

2.8

1.6

Attach an appropriate optional lens that conforms to the PL lens mount.

Note

Always use a lens whose projection from the flange (A in the figure) is less than 30 mm. Use of any lens that

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protrudes more tha 30 mm will damage the internal filter.

For information on handling lenses, refer to the lens’ operation manual.

Rotate the lens fixing lever counterclockwise and remove the lens mount cap from the lens mount.

1.6

2.8

5.6

Notch

Selecting a lens file

With this camera, values, such as the compensation values, which are specific to the mounted lens can be registered in a lens file. You can perform necessary adjustments upon replacement of lenses by merely invoking the registered file. Select the file using the subdisplay.

For lens file selection on the subdisplay, see “3-2-6 Selection of a Lens File” (page 34).

For details on the lens files, see “5-1 File Configuration” (page 87).

Lens fixing lever

Align the lens’ alignment pin with the notch in the upper part of the lens mount and insert the lens (sold separately) into the mount.

While supporting the lens, rotate the lens fixing lever clockwise to secure the lens.

Adjusting the flange focal length

Adjustment of the flange focal length (distance between the lens mount attachment plane and the imaging plane) is necessary in the following situations:

• The first time a lens is attached

• When changing lenses

• If the focus is not sharp at both telephoto and wide angle when zooming

The flange focal length for this camera can be adjusted by rotating the adjustment screw on the front panel. Use an Allen wrench (7/64” diagonal):

Cover

Attaching a Lens

Allen wrench

Loosen the fixing screw using a screwdriver, then open the cover.

Rotate the adjustment screw using an Allen wrench.

Clockwise rotation lengthens the flange focal length, and counterclockwise rotation shortens it. Remember as a guide that ±3 turns of the screw correspond to variation of the flange focal length of ±0.15 mm.

When the adjustment is finished, close the cover and tighten the fixing screw.

2-4 Attaching a Viewfinder

Caution

When the viewfinder is attached, do not leave the camera with the eyepiece facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the eyepiece, be focused in the viewfinder and cause fire.

For details on the viewfinder, refer to the instruction manual of the viewfinder.

If the viewfinder must be attached lower

Loosen the two screws, using the 2.5-mm wrench stored in the wrench box (page 14) to detach the viewfinder shoe, and attach it to the lower position using the lower screw holes.

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Attaching procedure

Fit the viewfinder to the viewfinder shoe and slide the viewfinder horizontally.

The viewfinder stopper automatically pops down.

Stopper

Set the viewfinder to the most convenient position, tighten the viewfinder positioning ring (1 in the figure below), and connect the viewfinder cable to the VF1 connector of the camera (2 in the figure below).

Attaching a Viewfinder

2-5 Mounting the Camera

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When the supplied center handle is attached to the top of the camera head, you can attach the viewfinder to the viewfinder shoe of the center handle. In this case, first remove the viewfinder shoe from the camera head.

For details on the center handle, see “2-6-2 Center Handle (Supplied)” (page 23).

Note

When the L handle is attached to the camera head, the attaching condition may be limited, owing to the viewfinder position and the rotating position of the hood.

When the second viewfinder is required

Connect it to the VF2 connector. Using the menus, you can specify the display condition independently of the viewfinder connected to the VF1 connector.

to a Tripod

Two tripod receptacles (for 3/8” camera screws) are provided on the bottom of the camera head.

Tripod receptacles

Notes

• Select an appropriate hole, considering the balance of the weight of the camera. If an inappropriate hole is selected, the camera may fall over.

• Check that the size of the selected hole matches that of the screw of the tripod. If they do not match, the camera cannot be attached to the tripod securely.

Note

To detach the viewfinder

Loosen the viewfinder positioning ring, pull on the viewfinder stopper, then pull out the viewfinder by sliding it in the direction opposite that when attaching.

Mounting the Camera to a Tripod

2-6 Attaching/Detaching Handles

2-6-1 L Handle

The L handle is attached to the top of the camera head at the factory. Three screw holes (for the upper side of the L handle can be used for fixing various accessories.

Mounting the assistant panel

By attaching the supplied assistant panel hanger, you can mount the assistant panel on the outside of the handle.

/8” camera screws for a tripod) on

Assistant panel hanger (supplied)

F F

O N

Hex-head screws

To attach the handle in the original position, reverse the procedure for detaching.

2-6-2 Center Handle (Supplied)

The supplied center handle can be attached to the top or rear of the camera head. Attach it so that the slanting side faces the back (or bottom). The screw holes on the upper side of the handle can be used for fixing various accessories.

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four +B4×8 screws (supplied)

U N

F F

Assistant panel

Detaching the L handle

If the L handle is not necessary or to be replaced with the supplied center handle, remove it by loosening the two screws, using the 3-mm wrench stored in the wrench box (page 14).

Attaching the handle directly to the camera head

The handle can be attached/detached in the same manner as the interface box (see page 17).

Attaching the handle to the interface box mounted on the camera head

First remove the base plate from the handle by loosening the four screws, then attach it to the interface box.

Base plate

Interface box

Attaching/Detaching Handles

Attaching a viewfinder

When the supplied center handle is attached to the top of the camera head, you can attach the viewfinder to the viewfinder shoe of the center handle after removing the viewfinder shoe from the camera head. The procedure for attaching the viewfinder is the same as when attaching it to the viewfinder shoe of the camera head (see page 21).

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2-7 Preparing the Power Supply

This camera operates on DC 12 V (10.5 to 17 V).

Supplying power directly to the camera head

Connect a power supply to the DC IN connector of the camera head. Use a commercially available shielded cable by attaching the supplied 8-pin connector for a power cable.

For details on the connection, consult your local Sony representative.

To turn on the camera

Set the CAM POWER switch of the camera head to the ON side, and the camera is turned on. Power is also supplied to the viewfinder and lens mounted on the camera head. Power of 12 V or 24 V can be fed to accessories via the DC OUT connectors.

Supplying power via the interface box

To supply power via the interface box, mount the interface box to the rear of the camera head. If the interface box is mounted on the top, the power is not fed to the camera head. Connect a power supply to the DC IN connector (XLR 4pin) of the interface box.

To turn on the camera

Set the CAM POWER switch of the camera head to the CA side, and the camera is turned on. The power is also supplied to the viewfinder and lens mounted on the camera head.

To use an AC power source

An AC power source can be connected, by using the ACDN2B AC Adaptor.

Attach the AC-DN2B to the interface box.

Connect the DC power cord supplied with the ACDN2B to the DC IN connector of the interface box.

Connect the AC-DN2B to an AC power source.

Preparing the Power Supply

To use a battery pack

The BP-GL95 Lithium-ion Battery Pack can be used. By attaching the BKP-L551 Battery Adaptor to the interface box, connect the BP-GL95 Lithium-ion Battery

Pack to the interface box.

Notes

• Remove the battery pack if the camera will be out of use for an extended period.

• Charge the battery, using the specified battery charger, before use.

For charging, refer to the instructions for the battery charger.

Attach the BKP-L551 Battery Adaptor to the interface box.

BKP-L551

Interface box

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V .5 0

2-8 Setting the Built-in Clock

When using the camera for the first time, set the built-in clock to the local time, using the <DATE> page of the MAINTENANCE menu displayed on the viewfinder screen. To set the menu on monitor screen, connect a monitor to either of the MONITOR OUT HD SDI connectors.

Setting procedure

Turn on the camera.

While holding the MENU SEL/ENTER dial pressed, press the VF MENU/DISPLAY button.

The camera enters Menu Operation mode, and “TOP” is displayed at the upper-right corner of the screen.

Rotate the MENU SEL/ENTER dial to set the pointer to “TOP” and push on the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The TOP MENU screen is displayed.

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Aligning the groove on the BP-GL95 with the projection on the BKP-L551, slide the BP-GL95 so that the connectors engage.

Connect the DC cable of the BKP-L551 to the DC IN connector of the interface box.

When the battery is connected to the DC IN connector of the interface box, power is fed to the camera head, viewfinder, and lens.

Note

Power is not supplied to the recorder mounted on the camera head. To supply power to the recorder, connect a power supply to the DC IN connector on the camera head.

USER USER MENU CUSTOMIZE ALL

OPERATION

PAINT

MAINTENANCE

NETWORK

FILE

DIAGNOSIS

Rotate the MENU SEL/ENTER dial to position the pointer to MAINTENANCE and push on the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The CONTENTS page of the MAINTENANCE menu is displayed. (The following display examples are those in Custom mode. They include some items not displayed in Cine mode.)

CONTENTS M00

01.<BASE SETTING>

02.<AUTO SETUP>

03.<WHITE SHADING>

04.<BLACK SHADING>

05.<OHB MATRIX>

06.<AUDIO>

07.<OUTPUT FORMAT>

08.<DOWN CONVERTER>

09.<POWER SAVE>

10.<BATTERY ALARM SET>

Turn the MENU SEL/ENTER dial to scroll the page and position the pointer to <DATE>.

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CONTENTS M00

02.<AUTO SETUP>

03.<WHITE SHADING>

04.<BLACK SHADING>

05.<OHB MATRIX>

06.<AUDIO>

07.<OUTPUT FORMAT>

08.<DOWN CONVERTER>

09.<POWER SAVE>

10.<BATTERY ALARM SET>

11.<DATE>

Push on the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The <DATE> page is displayed.

<DATE> M12 TOP

DATE/TIME

2008/3/22 16:53

Turn the MENU SEL/ENTER dial and set the date and time.

Push on the MENU SEL/ENTER dial to shift to the next digit.

When the date/time setting is completed, press the VF MENU/DISPLAY button to exit Menu Operation mode.

For details on menu operations, see “4-2 Basic Menu Operations” (page 57).

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Basic Adjustments and Settings

3-1 Selection of the Basic Operation Modes

3-1-1 Overview of the Basic Operation Modes

With this camera, Cine mode and Custom mode can be switched. Cine mode is designed for shooting the materials that will undergo post-production editing and that do not need on-set grading, as with shooting with a film camera. Custom mode is designed for shooting with all the setting items of the camera set as you wish. The items that can be set and the selectable values on the menus and from the remote control unit are different in Cine mode and Custom mode.

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Custom mode

• This mode is designed for shooting with detailed settings on the menus or with operations from the remote control unit.

• The reference file, which stores the values to be used as reference for adjustments, and the scene files, which store the adjustment values specific to a particular scene, are available in this mode.

• User Gamma can be installed.

• Modification and storage of the lens files are possible.

Note

The settings for the file items adjusted in Custom mode are maintained when the camera is switched back to Cine mode. However, the video adjustment values that are temporarily changed and not stored in any file will be cleared upon mode switching.

For details on different items and values that can be set in each mode, see “4-3 Menu List” (page 60).

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Cine mode (default mode)

• The subdisplay and the USER menu are mainly used.

• The items related to image creation are fixed at the factory-set values, and menu displays are simplified.

• Only auto black balance (ABB) can be activated as auto setup. The white balance level is fixed at the preset value (3200K), and auto white balance (AWB) and WHITE R/ G/B settings are not operative.

• On a remote control unit connected to the REMOTE connector of the camera, the values for the adjustment items whose settings fixed in Cine mode are not displayed. However, data for the ON/OFF setting items and selectable items are displayed although they are fixed in Cine mode.

• Reading/writing of files from/to a “Memory Stick” and data presetting are enabled only for the operator file that is included in the USER menu.

• Only retrieval by specifying a file number is allowed among the lens file operations.

• The reference file items are fixed to the default values set at the factory even if you have changed the values in Custom mode.

3-1-2 Switching of the Basic Operation Modes

At shipment, Cine mode is selected.

To switch to Custom mode

Referring to the procedures described in “2-8 Setting the Built-in Clock” (page 25), call up the <BASE SETTING>

page of the MAINTENANCE menu on the viewfinder screen or the monitor screen and switch the modes.

On the same page, making settings for dynamic range and color space is also possible.

Selection of the Basic Operation Modes

<BASE SETTING> page of the MAINTENANCE menu

<BASE SETTING> M01 TOP

SHOOT MODE : D-RANGE : EXTEND COLOR SPACE: S-GAMUT

CUSTOM

SHOOT MODE

Switch between CINE and CUSTOM on this line.

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D-RANGE

With EXTEND, the dynamic range and sensitivity are improved. The S/N ratio is improved with NORMAL.

COLOR SPACE

Select color reproducibility: S-GAMUT: This mode enables you to record with wider

color space than with the conventional cameras (HDCF950, HDW-F900R, etc.) whose color space is equivalent to that available with film cameras. With postproduction processes, color expression can be substantially extended.

For details on reproducible gamuts, see “Color Space According to the COLOR SPACE Settings” (page 117).

Note

Images shot with the S-GAMUT setting will be seen in somewhat pale colors if they are reproduced on a conventional narrow color-space display, such as a CRT display.

F900: This mode enables you to shoot with color space

equivalent to that available with conventional cameras. This facilitates color matching with conventional cameras. Furthermore, as wider color-space data available with this camera can be used without restriction, distinguishability of images with higher color saturation will be improved over that with conventional cameras.

F900R: This mode enables you to shoot with color space

as close as possible to that of the HDW-F900R, by limiting the color space to that of the HDW-F900R. When using this camera in combination with the HDWF900R, use this mode for easy color matching.

Note

This mode can be selected only when “COLOR F900R” is set to “ENABLE” on the <OTHERS 2> page of the MAINTENANCE menu.

DCDM REF PJ: This mode enables color reproducibility

that is recommended by the Digital Cinema Initiatives (DCI). The camera can output signals for display devices that can reproduce this color space, such as a DLP projector.

If a video production is to be displayed on a device that complies with the DCI standards, shooting in this mode will minimize the necessity for postproduction processes, such as color correction.

For details on menu operations, see “4-2 Basic Menu Operations” (page 57).

Selection of the Basic Operation Modes

3-2 Basic Settings with the Subdisplay

However, the LOCK switches disable the buttons and dial on their own sides. To inhibit operations on either side, set the LOCK switch on the side to be inhibited to ON.

Turning the MENU SEL/ENTER dial can change a setting, and pressing on it can register (ENTER) a setting.

Basic settings of the camera can be easily performed, using the subdisplay located on the side of the camera or that of the assistant panel if connected via the CONTROL PANEL connector of the camera.

3-2-1 Basic Operation of the Subdisplay

For operation of the subdisplay, the buttons and dial shown in the figures below are used:

Side panel of the camera head

VF MENU/DISPLAY button (For registering a setting)

LOCK

VF MENU/DISPLAY CANCEL/STATUS

RUN

AUTO

BLK BAL

PAGE button

(For advancing

pages/registering a

setting)

CANCEL/STATUS button (For canceling of a setting)

MENU SEL/ENTER dial

PAG E

Press

SET

(For determining a setting)

SET button (For reversing pages/entering Data Change mode by holding the button pressed for 1 sec)

Tu r n (For changing a setting)

To display the Setting pages

After the camera is turned on, the selected operation mode (CINE or CUSTOM) is displayed on the subdisplay for several seconds, after which the Setting page that was operated last time is displayed.

To advance to the next page

Press the PAGE button.

To go back to the previous page

Press the SET button (press and release the button within 1 second).

To change a setting

Press and hold the SET button for more than 1 second. Data Change mode is entered, the cursor ( | ) starts flashing, and the question mark (? symbol) appears at the rightmost position on the first line.

Cursor (flashing)

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On a page with two or more setting items, each time the SET button is pressed, the cursor moves to the next item.

Cursor

Question mark

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Assistant panel

VF MENU/DISPLAY button CANCEL/STATUS button

MENU SEL/ ENTER dial

LOCK VF MENU/DISPLAY CANCEL/STATUS

MENU SEL/

ENTER

Press

RUN

AUTO

BLK BAL

PAGE button

PAG E

SET

SET button

Tu r n.

Operations of the subdisplay are possible with the buttons and dial both sides of the camera and assistant panel.

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Move the cursor to the item you wish to modify then change the setting by turning the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

Note

While the subdisplay is in Data Change mode, menu operations on the viewfinder cannot be performed.

To determine a changed setting

Perform one of the following:

• Press the PAGE button.

• Exit Data Change mode by pressing the MENU SEL/ ENTER dial (the cursor and question mark disappear).

• Terminate the subdisplay operation by pressing the VF MENU/DISPLAY button.

Basic Settings with the Subdisplay

To cancel a change on a setting

Without registering a change of a setting, press the CANCEL/STATUS button. The question mark disappears, and the original setting is restored.

To terminate subdisplay operation

Press the VF MENU/DISPLAY button.

3-2-2 Shutter Settings

the remote control unit correctly, upgrading of the version is required.

For details, consult your local Sony representative.

Shutter setting page

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The electronic shutter of this camera can be adjusted, with settings displayed in shutter angles, as with a film camera, in addition to exposure time.

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Two operation methods are available for the adjustment: stepwise and continuous.

Step mode

Your frequently used shutter values (8 values at maximum) can be registered, enabling stepwise selection of the shutter values. At shipment, the following values are registered:

STEP No. Shutter angle

1 216.0º

2 180.0º

3 172.8º

4 150.0º

5 144.0º

6 90.0º

7 45.0º

8 22.5º

To select a shutter value step by step

In Step mode, one of the registered shutter values (8 values at maximum) can be selected, as follows:

Move the cursor to the left of “S” at 1. (Immediately after the shutter setting page is switched to Setting Change mode, the cursor is always displayed at the left of “S”.)

Display the shutter angle you wish to use at 2 by turning the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The eight registered values for shutter angle will be displayed one after another as the MENU SEL/ ENTER dial is turned.

To select an arbitrary shutter value

To use a shutter value that is not registered as a step shutter value, use Continuous mode.

Press the SET button to move the cursor to the left of “C” at

The corresponding shutter speeds vary according to the frame frequency and frame rate of the selected video format. The step shutter values can be changed and reregistered on the <SHUTTER ASSIGN> page of the USER (OPERATION) menu or the <SHUTTER/FPS> page of the USER (PAINT) menu.

Continuous mode (ECS)

The shutter values can be continuously changed in a range from 360.0 to 4.3 degrees. To obtain your desired shutter value quickly, assign a value nearest your desired one in Step mode, switch to Continuous mode, then adjust the shutter value.

Note

In a case where a remote control unit connected to the REMOTE connector of the camera is used, adjustment in Step mode is enabled with SHUTTER and adjustment in Continuous mode is enabled with ECS (there is no need to set to ECS ON). However, to display the shutter values on

Basic Settings with the Subdisplay

Display the shutter angle you wish to use at 2 by turning the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The shutter value changes continuously as the MENU SEL/ENTER dial is turned.

To change the units

You can change the displayed units for the shutter values from shutter angle (deg) to speed (sec).

Move the cursor to the left of at 2.

Turn the MENU SEL/ENTER dial.

The display at value.

2 changes to the corresponding speed

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4 F P S C M P : O F

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