この装置は、クラス A 情報技術装置で
す。この装置を家庭環境で使用すると
電波妨害を引き起こすことがあります。
この場合には使用者が適切な対策を講
ずるよう要求されることがあります
仕様
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English
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.
WARNING
When installing the unit, incorporate a
readily accessible disconnect device in the
fixed wiring, or connect the power plug to
an easily accessible socket-outlet near the
unit. If a fault should occur during
operation of the unit, operate the disconnect
device to switch the power supply off, or
disconnect the power plug.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS
APPLICABLE FOR USA ONLY.
If used in USA, use the UL LISTED power
cord specified below.
DO NOT USE ANY OTHER POWER
CORD.
Plug Cap Parallel blade
(NEMA 1-15P Configuration)
Cord Type NISPT-2 or SPT-2, two
16 or 18 AWG wires
LengthMinimum 1.5 m (4 ft. 11in.),
Less than 2.5 m (8 ft. 3in.)
RatingMinimum 7A, 125V
Using this unit at a voltage other than 120V
may require the use of a different line cord
or attachment plug, or both. To reduce the
risk of fire or electric shock, refer servicing
to qualified service personnel.
WARNING: THIS WARNING IS
APPLICABLE FOR OTHER
COUNTRIES.
1. Use the approved Power Cord (2-core
mains lead) / Appliance Connector / Plug
that conforms to the safety regulations of
each country if applicable.
2. Use the Power Cord (2-core mains lead) /
Appliance Connector / Plug conforming
to the proper ratings (Voltage, Ampere).
If you have questions on the use of the
above Power Cord / Appliance Connector /
Plug, please consult a qualified service
personnel.
This Professional Disc Drive Unit is
classified as a CLASS 1 LASER
PRODUCT.
Denna hårddiskenhet för professionella
klassificeras som en LASERPRODUKT
AV KLASS 1.
Tämä ammattimainen levyasema on
luokiteltu 1. LUOKAN
LASERTUOTTEEKSI.
Laser Diode Properties
Wavelength: 400 to 410 nm
Emission duration: Continuous
Laser output power: 280 mW (max. of
This label is located inside the right side
cover of the unit.
Denna etikett finns på den inre högra sidan
av enheten.
Denne mærkat sidder på højre side inde i
drevenheden.
Tämä kyltti sijaitsee laitteen kotelon
sisäpinnan oikealla puolella.
Dette merket er plassert til høyre på
innsiden av enheten.
CAUTION
The use of optical instruments with this
product will increase eye hazard.
CAUTION
Use of controls or adjustments or
performance of procedures other than those
specified herein may result in hazardous
radiation exposure.
VAROITUS!
LAITTEEN KÄYTTÄMINEN MUULLA
KUIN TÄSSÄ KÄYTTÖOHJEESSA
MAINITULLA TAVALLA SAATTAA
ALTISTAA KÄYTTÄJÄN
TURVALLISUUSLUOKAN 1
YLITTÄVÄLLE NÄKYMÄTTÖMÄLLE
LASERSÄTEILYLLE.
VARNING
OM APPARATEN ANVÄNDS PÅ
ANNAT SÄTT ÄN I DENNA
BRUKSANVISNING SPECIFICERATS,
KAN ANVÄNDAREN UTSÄTTAS FÖR
OSYNLIG LASERSTRÅLNING, SOM
ÖVERSKRIDER GRÄNSEN FÖR
LASERKLASS 1.
For the customers in the USA
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.
You are cautioned that any changes or
modifications not expressly approved in
this manual could void your authority to
operate this equipment.
All interface cables used to connect
peripherals must be shielded in order to
comply with the limits for a digital device
pursuant to Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC
Rules.
This device complies with Part 15 of the
FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the
following two conditions: (1) this device
may not cause harmful interference, and (2)
this device must accept any interference
received, including interference that may
cause undesired operation.
For the customers in Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies
with Canadian ICES-003.
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For the customers in Europe,
Australia and New Zealand
WARNING
This is a Class A product. In a domestic
environment, this product may cause radio
interference in which case the user may be
required to take adequate measures.
For the customers in Europe
This product has been manufactured by or
on behalf of Sony Corporation, 1-7-1
Konan Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japan.
Inquiries related to product compliance
based on European Union legislation shall
be addressed to the authorized
representative, Sony Deutschland GmbH,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Germany. For any service or guarantee
matters, please refer to the addresses
provided in the separate service or
guarantee documents.
This apparatus shall not be used in the
residential area.
AVERTISSEMENT
Afin de réduire les risques d’incendie ou
d’électrocution, ne pas exposer cet appareil
à la pluie ou à l’humidité.
Afin d’écarter tout risque d’électrocution,
garder le coffret fermé. Ne confier
l’entretien de l’appareil qu’à un personnel
qualifié.
AVERTISSEMENT
Lors de l’installation de l’appareil,
incorporer un dispositif de coupure dans le
câblage fixe ou brancher la fiche
d’alimentation dans une prise murale
facilement accessible proche de l’appareil.
En cas de problème lors du fonctionnement
de l’appareil, enclencher le dispositif de
coupure d’alimentation ou débrancher la
fiche d’alimentation.
AVERTISSEMENT
1. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble
secteur à 2 fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle
conformes à la réglementation de sécurité
locale applicable.
2. Utilisez un cordon d’alimentation (câble
secteur à 2 fils)/fiche femelle/fiche mâle
avec des caractéristiques nominales
(tension, ampérage) appropriées.
Pour toute question sur l’utilisation du
cordon d’alimentation/fiche femelle/fiche
mâle ci-dessus, consultez un technicien du
service après-vente qualifié.
Pour les clients au Canada
Cet appareil numérique de la classe A est
conforme à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.
Pour les clients en Europe,
Australie et Nouvelle-Zélande
AVERTISSEMENT
Il s’agit d’un produit de Classe A. Dans un
environnement domestique, cet appareil
peut provoquer des interférences radio,
dans ce cas l’utilisateur peut être amené à
prendre des mesures appropriées.
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Pour les clients en Europe
Ce produit a été fabriqué par ou pour le
compte de Sony Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan
Minato-ku Tokyo, 108-0075 Japon. Toutes
les questions relatives à la conformité des
produits basées sur la législation
européenne doivent être adressées à son
représentant, Sony Deutschland Gmbh,
Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327 Stuttgart,
Allemagne. Pour toute question relative au
Service Après-Vente ou à la Garantie,
merci de bien vouloir vous référer aux
coordonnées qui vous sont communiquées
dans les documents « Service » (SAV) » ou
Garantie.
Ne pas utiliser cet appareil dans une zone
résidentielle.
Cette étiquette est placée sur le panneau
latéral de droite de l’unité.
WARNUNG
Um die Gefahr von Bränden oder
elektrischen Schlägen zu verringern, darf
dieses Gerät nicht Regen oder Feuchtigkeit
ausgesetzt werden.
Um einen elektrischen Schlag zu
vermeiden, darf das Gehäuse nicht geöffnet
werden. Überlassen Sie Wartungsarbeiten
stets nur qualifiziertem Fachpersonal.
WARNUNG
Beim Einbau des Geräts ist daher im
Festkabel ein leicht zugänglicher
Unterbrecher einzufügen, oder der
Netzstecker muss mit einer in der Nähe des
Geräts befindlichen, leicht zugänglichen
Wandsteckdose verbunden werden. Wenn
während des Betriebs eine
Funktionsstörung auftritt, ist der
Unterbrecher zu betätigen bzw. der
Netzstecker abzuziehen, damit die
Stromversorgung zum Gerät unterbrochen
wird.
WARNUNG
1. Verwenden Sie ein geprüftes Netzkabel
(2-adriges Stromkabel)/einen geprüften
Geräteanschluss/einen geprüften Stecker
entsprechend den
Sicherheitsvorschriften, die im
betreffenden Land gelten.
2. Verwenden Sie ein Netzkabel (2-adriges
Stromkabel)/einen Geräteanschluss/
einen Stecker mit den geeigneten
Anschlusswerten (Volt, Ampere).
Wenn Sie Fragen zur Verwendung von
Netzkabel/Geräteanschluss/Stecker haben,
wenden Sie sich bitte an qualifiziertes
Kundendienstpersonal.
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Dieses Professional Disc-Laufwerk ist als
LASERPRODUKT DER KLASSE 1
eingestuft.
Dies ist eine Einrichtung, welche die FunkEntstörung nach Klasse A besitzt. Diese
Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich
Funkstörungen verursachen; in diesem Fall
kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden,
angemessene Maßnahmen durchzuführen
und dafür aufzukommen.
Für Kunden in Europa
Dieses Produkt wurde von oder für Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan Minato-ku
Tokio, 108-0075 Japan hergestellt. Bei
Fragen zur Produktkonformität auf
Grundlage der Gesetzgebung der
Europäischen Union kontaktieren Sie bitte
den Bevollmächtigten Sony Deutschland
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Deutschland. Für Kundendienst
oder Garantieangelegenheiten wenden Sie
sich bitte an die in den Kundendienst- oder
Garantiedokumenten genannten Adressen.
Dieser Apparat darf nicht im Wohnbereich
verwendet werden.
Dieser Aufkleber befindet sich auf der
Innenseite der rechten Seitenabdeckung der
Einheit.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1 Overview
1-1 Features ....................................................................................32
1-2 Example of Use ........................................................................32
• Menu operation from a computer using
the utility software
• XDCAM preview environment
Chapter
1
1-2Example of
Use
The following figure shows an example
system for reading or writing material
recorded with a XDCAM camcorder on a
computer connected to this unit.
XDCAM
camcorder
Professional Disc
1-1 Features / 1-2 Example of Use
32
DC power
supply
Reading/Writing
1
To USB
connector
Laptop computer
1 USB cable
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1-3Recommended Software
1-3-1List of Software
Download the following software from the Sony Professional Products site for use with this
unit.
SoftwareSupported OS FunctionSource
XDCAM Drive
Software
Utility Software
(XDCAM Drive
Utility)
Content
Browser
Windows/
Macintosh
Windows/
Macintosh
Windows/
Macintosh
Basic software that allows you to
connect this unit to a computer and
handle video and audio data
recorded with an XDCAM
camcorder as files.
Provides the following functions on
a computer connected to this unit.
• Displaying device and disc
information
• Disc format and recovery
• Firmware updates
• Making settings
• Finalize discs (when using a
quad-layer WO disc)
Note
The Utility Software is installed
automatically when you install the
XDCAM Drive Software.
Allows you to view and operate on
clips recorded on Professional
Discs.
For an overview of the Content
Browser and installation
instructions, visit the Sony
Professional products web site
a)
.
Download from
the Sony
Professional
Products site
a)
Chapter 1 Overview
a) Sony Professional Products site
• USAhttp://pro.sony.com
• Canadahttp://www.sonybiz.ca
• Latin America http://sonypro-latin.com
• Europehttp://www.pro.sony.eu
• Japanhttp://www.sonybsc.com
• Asiahttp://pro.sony-asia.com
• Koreahttp://bp.sony.co.kr
• Chinahttp://pro.sony.com.cn
1-3 Recommended Software
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System Requirements
For details on the functions of the above
Chapter 1 Overview
recommended software and their system
requirements, refer to the following file and
manual (available on the download page of
each respective software).
XDCAM Drive Software:
ReadMe.txt
Content Browser:
Installation Guide
1-3 Recommended Software
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Names and Functions
of Parts
2-1Front Panel
a (power) indicator
Lights green when the 1 (power) button on
the rear panel is on.
b ACCESS indicator
Flashes blue when the disc is being
accessed from the computer.
However, this indicator flashes once a
second while writing the disc management
data to the disc is being held after the disc
access is finished.
During this data write hold time, you can
still perform the operations including
ejection of the disc and an operation from
the computer.
Chapter
If you perform an operation during the data
write hold time, the operation is actually
processed after the disc management data
writing is completed.
The duration when the disc management
data writing is being held varies with the
disc type as shown below.
DiscData write hold time
PFD23Approx. five seconds
PFD23AApprox. five seconds
PFD50DLAApprox. five seconds
PFD100TLAApprox. five seconds
PFD128QLWApprox. four minutes
Upon expiration of the data write hold time
shown above, the disc management data
writing begins even if you do not eject the
disc or perform any operation from the
computer.
Note
Do not press the 1 (power) button on the
rear panel to turn off, or do not disconnect
either the power cord or USB cable while
the ACCESS indicator is lighting or
flashing. Doing so may lead to a loss of data
on the disc.
c ERROR/ALARM indicator
If a fault occurs in the unit, this flashes red,
as shown in the following table.
IndicatorMeaning
Flashing four
times a second
2
An error occurred
(principally a
hardware default).
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
2-1 Front Panel
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IndicatorMeaning
Flashing once a
second
An alarm not listed
above occurred.
Note
The indicator may flash only for five
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
seconds depending on the alarm.
You can check alarms generated by this unit, using
the alarm log of the utility software. For details,
refer to the help file of the utility software.
If the indicator is flashing four times a second, and
it is not possible to check the alarm log, a
malfunction may have occurred. In this case, contact
your Sony service representative.
When the error is eliminated, the indicator
goes off.
d DISC IN indicator
Lights green when a disc is loaded.
2-2Rear Panel
e EJECT button
Ejects a disc (see page 41).
Notes
• This button is disabled while the disc is
being accessed. Either stop accessing the
disc before ejecting, or eject by an
operation from the computer.
• When this unit is connected to a
Macintosh computer, this button is
disabled.
f Disc slot
With the label surface on the right, insert
the disc (see page 41).
g Manual eject mechanism
For details, see 3-4-5 “To Eject Discs with the Unit
Powered Off” (page 41).
2-2 Rear Panel
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a DC power inlet connector
Connect to the AC power using the supplied
AC adaptor and a power cord (not
supplied).
b 1 (power) button
This switches the power on and off.
c USB connector (Super-speed USB
(USB 3.0))
Use the supplied USB cable to connect to
the computer.
Note
If the video and audio are not output on a
computer connected using the USB
connector, try disconnecting the USB cable,
and reconnect making sure it is correctly
inserted.
d Cable clamper
Use this clamper to fix the cable of the AC
adaptor.
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Clip the cable with the clamper as shown in
the following figure.
e Security slot
You can fit a commercially available
security cable into this slot.
For information about how to use your security
cable, refer to the instructions provided with the
security cable.
Chapter 2 Names and Functions of Parts
2-2 Rear Panel
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Preparations
3-1Software
Installation
Chapter 3 Preparations
To use this unit, the necessary software
must first be installed on the computer to
which it is connected.
Note
Operation of the XDCAM Drive Software
may be unstable if it is installed together
with some anti-virus software, spy-ware
tools, or UDF2.5 file system drivers other
than the operating system standard.
If the installation cannot be completed
successfully, check the settings for conflicts
with this other software, then try
reinstalling.
3-1-1Windows
Installation
To install the XDCAM Drive
Software and utility software
Download the XDCAM Drive Software
from the Sony Professional products web
site (page 33).
Run the downloaded file and follow the
instructions that appear on the screen to
install both the XDCAM Drive Software
and the Utility Software.
Chapter
Notes
• If an old version of the XDCAM Drive
Software is already installed, it must be
uninstalled before you install the new
version. Use “Add or Remove Programs”
on the Control Panel to remove the old
version of the Sony XDCAM Drive
Software. After doing so, be sure to
restart the computer.
• After installation, the previous settings
return to their default values.
3
3-1-2Macintosh
Installation
To install the XDCAM Drive
Software and utility software
Download the Content Browser from the
Sony Professional products web site
(page 33).
Extract the downloaded file, run the
installation package, and follow the
instructions that appear on the screen to
install both the XDCAM Drive Software
and the Utility Software.
Note
Installing the XDCAM Drive Software and
utility software overwrites a previous
installation.
If you are using version 1.0 of the utility
software installed somewhere other than the
factory default, remove it manually.
Settings from version 2.1 and later are
preserved after the new installation.
3-1 Software Installation
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3-2Connections
3-3Power
and Settings
3-2-1Connecting to a
Computer
By connecting this unit to a computer, you
can use the utility software, and the other
software.
For a connection example, see 1-2 “Example of
Use” (page 32).
Notes
• The XDCAM Drive Software (see
page 38) must be installed in advance.
• To disconnect the PDW-U2 from a
Windows computer, run the “Safely
Remove Hardware” dialog, and then
disconnect the cable.
• If you start a Windows computer with the
supplied Professional Disc Drive Unit
CD-ROM loaded, the computer may fail
in normal operation or run sluggishly.
Preparations
This unit can be powered by AC adaptor.
Connect the supplied AC adaptor and a
power cord (not supplied) to the DC power
inlet connector (page 36) on the rear panel
of the unit.
Chapter 3 Preparations
Note
It is not possible to power this unit through
a USB cable.
3-2 Connections and Settings / 3-3 Power Preparations
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3-4Handling
Discs
• The operation which you can execute
varies depending on the file type stored in
each directory. For details, refer to the
help file of the utility software.
3-4-2Notes on Handling
3-4-1Discs Used for
Reading and Writing
This unit uses the following professional
discs for reading and writing:
Chapter 3 Preparations
DiscNo. of files
which can
be created
PFD235,00021 GB
PFD23A5,00021 GB
PFD50DLA6,00046 GB
PFD100TLA20,00092 GB
PFD128QLW 20,000120 GB
Notes
• This unit cannot read or write the
following discs.
- Blu-ray Disc
- Professional Disc for Data
• PFD128QLW is a quad-layer WO disc.
Pay due attention to the following points.
- Even if you delete any files written to
the disc, no available storage space
will be increased.
- Reformatting the disc will not increase
the available storage space.
- Repetitive file writing will consume
the recordable resource space (for
writing the disc management data, etc.)
on the disc. If no available recordable
resource space is left on the disc, file
writing may be disabled even with
sufficient available storage space
remaining.
- No file can be written after the disc is
finalized.
Max. data
capacity
for user
data
recording
Handling
The Professional Disc is housed in a
cartridge, and is designed to allow handling
free of risk from dust or fingerprints.
However, if the cartridge is subjected to a
severe shock, for example by dropping it,
this can result in damage or scratching of
the disc. If the disc is scratched, it may be
impossible to record video/audio, or to play
back the content recorded on the disc. The
discs should be handled and stored
carefully.
• Do not touch the surface of the disc itself
within the cartridge.
• Deliberately opening the shutter may
cause damage.
• Do not disassemble the cartridge.
• The supplied adhesive labels are
recommended for indexing discs. Apply
the label in the correct position.
Storage
• Do not store discs where they may be
subjected to direct sunlight, or in other
places where the temperature or humidity
is high.
• Do not leave cartridges where dust may
be able to gain ingress.
• Store cartridges in their cases.
Care of the discs
• Remove dust and dirt on the outside of a
cartridge using a soft dry cloth.
• If condensation forms, allow ample time
to dry before use.
3-4 Handling Discs
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3-4-3Write-Protecting
Discs
To protect the content recorded on the disc
from accidental erasure, move the writeprotect tab on the lower surface of the disc
in the direction of the arrow, as shown in the
following figure.
Lower surface
of the disc
Write Inhibit tab
DISC IN indicator
To load
With the label
surface on the right,
insert the disc.
The disc is drawn in.
To unload
Press the EJECT
a)
button.
When a disc is loaded, the DISC IN
indicator lights.
a) Windows only
Chapter 3 Preparations
Write Inhibit
tab settings
Recording
enabled
Slide in the direction
of the arrow
Recording
disabled
3-4-4Loading and
Unloading Discs
To load and unload a disc, press 1 (power)
button to turn the unit on and light the
indicator, and follow the procedures
indicated in the next illustration.
Notes
• If you load an unformatted disc into the
unit connected to a Macintosh computer,
use the utility software to unload the disc.
• When a file on the disc is being operated,
disc unloading is restricted by the
software on the Windows/Macintosh
computer.
3-4-5To Eject Discs with
the Unit Powered Off
When the power is not supplied, it may not
be possible to eject discs by pressing the
EJECT button. In these situations, you can
use the following as an emergency
procedure to eject a disc manually.
1 Power the unit off.
2 Uncover the manual eject mechanism
in the front panel as shown in the
figure.
3-4 Handling Discs
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3 Straight insert a Phillips screwdriver 4
Chapter 3 Preparations
mm or less in diameter or the like to the
hole.
4 Push the internal manual eject lever 10
mm or so, and release it.
Note
Be careful not to insert the screwdriver
at an oblique angle or use excessive
force to push the lever.
5 Repeat Step 4 until the disc is ejected.
Note
You may need to repeat the step about
80 times.
Open
Turn
After ejecting the disc, it is not
necessary to return the lever to its
original position. The next time the
unit is powered on, normal operation
will resume.
6 Replace the cover.
3-4 Handling Discs
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Using the Software
4-1Starting and
Chapter
This displays the home window of the
utility software.
4
Exiting the Utility
Software
4-1-1Starting/Displaying
First make sure that this unit is connected to
the computer.
For connection details, see 3-2-1 “Connecting to a
Computer” (page 39).
On a Windows computer
With the computer connected to this unit,
carry out any of the following.
• Double click the Utility icon which
appears in the task tray. Alternatively,
right click the icon to open the menu, and
select “Open Console” from the menu.
• If you created a shortcut icon on the
desktop when you installed this software,
double click the icon.
• Click the [Start] button on the computer
and then select “Sony XDCAM Drive”>
“XDCAM Drive Utility”.
Note
You must log on to the computer as a user
with Computer Administrator privileges to
be able to change the settings in the User
Settings screen of the utility software.
Chapter 4 Using the Software
4-1-2Closing the Console
Window without Exiting
from Resident Mode
(Windows only)
With the computer connected to this unit,
carry out any of the following.
• Click the × (close) button in the top right
corner of the window.
• Right click the title bar and select
“Close” from the context menu.
• With this software activated, press Alt +
F4 (press the F4 key while holding down
the Alt key).
• Select “View”> “Close” from the menu
bar.
4-1-3Exiting
On a Macintosh computer
Open the folder in which the utility
software is installed, and then double click
on the executable file of the Utility
Software.
On a Windows computer
Right click the Utility icon in the task tray
and select “Exit XDCAM Drive Utility
Software”.
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On a Macintosh computer
Select “Quit XDCAM Drive Utility
Software” from the XDCAM Drive Utility
menu.
Chapter 4 Using the Software
4-1 Starting and Exiting the Utility Software
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Appendix
Important Notes
on Operation
Condensation
When this unit is moved from a cold place
to a warmer place, or operated in high
humidity, condensation may form on the
optical pickup. If the unit is operated in this
state, it may make correct reading and
writing impossible.
Note the following points, to avoid
problems with condensation.
• If moving the unit in conditions where
condensation is possible, make sure the
disc is inserted in advance.
Specifications
General
Power requirements
DC 12 V
Power consumption
19 W
Operating temperature
5ºC to 40ºC (41ºF to 104ºF)
Storage temperature
–20ºC to +60ºC (–4ºF to
+140ºF)
Operating relative humidity
20% to 90%
Less than 90%
Mass1.7 kg (3 lb 12 oz)
External dimensions (w/h/d)
67.4 × 164 × 219 mm
3
/4 × 61/2 × 85/8 inches)
(2
Appendix
Important Notes on Operation / Specifications
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Unit: mm (inches)
System
Reading/Writing formats
Appendix
Video
MPEG HD (50/35/25/18
Mbps), MPEG IMX (50/
40/30 Mbps), DVCAM
(25 Mbps)
Proxy video
MPEG-4
Audio
MPEG HD: 16 bits/48 kHz (2/
4ch) or 24 bits/48 kHz
(8ch)
MPEG IMX: 16 bits/48 kHz
(8 ch) or 24 bits/48 kHz
(4 ch)
DVCAM: 16 bits/48 kHz (4 ch)
Proxy audio
A-law (8 channels, 8 bits, 8
kHz)
Recording/Playback times (single layer
disc)
MPEG HD422
50 Mbps: Approx. 43 min.
MPEG HD
35 Mbps: Approx. 65 min.
25 Mbps: Approx. 85 min.
18 Mbps: Approx. 112 min.
MPEG IMX
50 Mbps: Approx. 45 min.
40 Mbps: Approx. 55 min.
30 Mbps: Approx. 68 min.
DVCAM: Approx. 85 min.
Recording/Playback times (dual-layer disc)
MPEG HD422
50 Mbps: Approx. 95 min.
MPEG HD
35 Mbps: Approx. 145 min.
25 Mbps: Approx. 190 min.
18 Mbps: Approx. 248 min.
MPEG IMX
50Mbps: Approx. 100 min.
40Mbps: Approx. 120 min.
30Mbps: Approx. 150 min.
DVCAM: Approx. 185 min.
Recording/Playback times (triple-layer RE
disc)
MPEG HD422
50Mbps: Approx. 190 min.
MPEG HD (4ch)
35Mbps: Approx. 290 min.
25Mbps: Approx. 380 min.
18Mbps: Approx. 496 min.
MPEG HD (2ch)
35Mbps: Approx. 300 min.
25Mbps: Approx. 400 min.
18Mbps: Approx. 530 min.
MPEG IMX
50Mbps: Approx. 200 min.
40Mbps: Approx. 240 min.
30Mbps: Approx. 300 min.
DVCAM: Approx. 370 min.
Recording/Playback times (quad-layer WO
disc)
MPEG HD422
50Mbps: Approx. 240 min.
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MPEG HD
35Mbps: Approx. 360 min.
25Mbps: Approx. 480 min.
18Mbps: Approx. 600 min.
MPEG IMX
50Mbps: Approx. 240 min.
40Mbps: Approx. 300 min.
30Mbps: Approx. 360 min.
DVCAM: Approx. 450 min.
Note
Actual time may differ from the
values shown above depending on
the recording conditions.
Output/input connector
USB Connector (Super-Speed USB (USB
3.0) support)
Accessories supplied
Operation manual (1)
AC adaptor
Part No. 1-492-005-1x (1)
USB cable
Part No. 1-839-351-1x (Sony) (1)
Accessories not supplied
AC power cord
• For the customers in the U.S.A. and
Canada
Part No. 1-757-562-1x (125 V, 7 A, about
2.0 m)
• For the customers in European countries
Part No. 1-575-131-8x (250 V, 2.5 A,
about 2.0 m)
PFD23A Professional Disc
PFD50DLA Dual-layer Professional Disc
PFD100TLA Triple-layer Professional disc
PFD128QLW Quad-layer Professional
Disc (write-once type)
Notes
• Always make a test recording, and
verify that it was recorded successfully.
SONY WILL NOT BE LIABLE FOR
DAMAGES OF ANY KIND
INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT
OF FAILURE OF THIS UNIT OR ITS
RECORDING MEDIA, EXTERNAL
STORAGE SYSTEMS OR ANY
OTHER MEDIA OR STORAGE
SYSTEMS TO RECORD CONTENT
OF ANY TYPE.
• Always verify that the unit is operating
properly before use. SONY WILL NOT
BE LIABLE FOR DAMAGES OF
ANY KIND INCLUDING, BUT NOT
LIMITED TO, COMPENSATION OR
REIMBURSEMENT ON ACCOUNT
OF THE LOSS OF PRESENT OR
PROSPECTIVE PROFITS DUE TO
FAILURE OF THIS UNIT, EITHER
DURING THE WARRANTY
PERIOD OR AFTER EXPIRATION
OF THE WARRANTY, OR FOR ANY
OTHER REASON WHATSOEVER.
Appendix
Design and specifications are subject to
change without notice.
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described in this manual.
Sony Corporation expressly prohibits the
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the operation or maintenance of the
equipment described in this manual without
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