Sony PMW-EX1R User Manual
4-163-183-11(1)
Solid-State Memory
Camcorder
PMW-EX1R
Operating Instructions
Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly
and retain it for future reference.
© 2009 Sony Corporation
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.
Important Safety Instructions
• Read these instructions.
• Keep these instructions.
• Heed all warnings.
• Follow all instructions.
• Do not use this apparatus near water.
• Clean only with dry cloth.
• Do not block any ventilation openings.
Install in accordance with the
manufacturer's instructions.
• Do not install near any heat sources such
as radiators, heat registers, stoves, or other
apparatus (including amplifiers) that
produce heat.
• Do not defeat the safety purpose of the
polarized or grounding-type plug. A
polarized plug has two blades with one
wider than the other. A grounding-type
plug has two blades and a third grounding
prong. The wide blade or the third prong
are provided for your safety. If the provided
plug does not fit into your outlet, consult an
electrician for replacement of the obsolete
outlet.
• Protect the power cord from being walked
on or pinched particularly at plugs,
convenience receptacles, and the point
where they exit from the apparatus.
•Only use attachments/accessories
specified by the manufacturer.
• Use only with the cart, stand,
tripod, bracket, or table
specified by the manu
or sold with the apparatus.
When a cart is used, use
facturer,
caution when moving the cart/apparatus
combination to avoid injury from tip-over.
• Unplug this apparatus during lightning
storms or when unused for long periods of
time.
• Refer all servicing to qualified service
personnel. Servicing is required when the
apparatus has been damaged in any way,
such as power-supply cord or plug is
damaged, liquid has been spilled or objects
have fallen into the apparatus, the
apparatus has been exposed to rain or
moisture, does not operate normally, or has
been dropped.
IMPORTANT
The nameplate is located on the bottom.
WARNING
Excessive sound pressure from earphones
and headphones can cause hearing loss.
In order to use this product safely, avoid
prolonged listening at excessive sound
pressure levels.
For the customers in the U.S.A.
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
quipment.
this e
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.
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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 u ndesired
operation.
For the customers in Canada
This Class A digital apparatus complies with
Canadian ICES-003.
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 g
uarantee documents.
For the State of California, USA only
Perchlorate Material - special handling may
apply, See www.dtsc.ca.gov/
hazardouswaste/perchlorate
Perchlorate Material : Lithium battery
contains perchlorate.
For the customers in the USA and Canada
RECYCLING LITHIUM-ION BATTERIES
Lithium-Ion batteries are recyclable.
You can help preserve our environment by
returning your used rechargeable batteries to
the collection and recycling location nearest
you.
For more information regarding recycling of
rechargeable batteries, call toll free 1-800822-8837, or visit
http://www.rbrc.org/
Caution: Do not handle damaged or leaking
Lithium-Ion batteries.
For the customers in Taiwan only
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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.
IMPORTANT
La plaque signalétique se situe sous
l’appareil.
AVERTISSEMENT
Une pression acoustique excessive en
provenance des écouteurs ou du casque
peut provoquer une baisse de l'acuité
auditive.
Pour utiliser ce produit en toute sécurité,
évitez l'écoute prolongée à des pressions
sonores excessives.
Le fabricant de ce produit est Sony
Corporation, 1-7-1 Konan, Minato-ku, Tokyo,
Japon.
Le représentant autorisé pour EMC et la
urité des produits est Sony Deutschland
séc
GmbH, Hedelfinger Strasse 61, 70327
Stuttgart, Allemagne. Pour toute question
concernant le service ou la garantie, veuillez
consulter les adresses indiquées dans les
documents de service ou de garantie
séparés.
Pour les utilisateurs aux Etats-Unis et au
Canada.
RECYCLAGE DES ACCUMULATEURS AUX
IONS DE LITHIUM
Les accumulateurs aux ions de lithium sont
recyclables.
Vous pouvez contribuer à préserver
l’environnement en rapportant les piles
usées dans un point de collection et
recyclage le plus proche.
Pour plus d’informations sur le recyclage des
accumulateurs, téléphonez le numéro gratuit
1-800-822-8837 (Etats-Unis et Canada
uniquement), ou visitez http://www.rbrc.org/
Avertissment: Ne pas utiliser des
accumulateurs aux ions de lithium qui sont
endommagées ou qui fuient..
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
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).
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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.
WICHTIG
Das Namensschild befindet sich auf der
Unterseite des Gerätes.
WARNUNG
Zu hoher Schalldruck von Ohrhörern und
Kopfhörern kann Gehörschäden
verursachen.
Um dieses Produkt sicher zu verwenden,
vermeiden Sie längeres Hören bei sehr
hohen Schalldruckpegeln.
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.
Für Kunden in Deutschland
Entsorgungshinweis: Bitte werfen Sie nur
entladene Batterien in die Sammelboxen
beim Handel oder den Kommunen. Entladen
sind Batterien in der Regel dann, wenn das
Gerät abschaltet und signalisiert „Batterie
leer“ oder nach längerer Gebrauchsdauer
der Batterien „nicht mehr einwandfrei
funktioniert“. Um sicherzugehen, kleben Sie
die Batteriepole z.B. mit einem Klebestreifen
ab oder geben Sie die Batterien einzeln in
einen Plastikbeutel.
Für Kunden in Europa
Dieses Produkt besitzt die CEKennzeichnung und erfüllt die EMVRichtlinie 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.
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Table of Contents
Overview
Preparations
Package Configuration ........................................................... 12
Features .................................................................................... 13
Using the Software .................................................................. 16
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals ................................... 16
System Requirements for Using the Applications ....... 16
Software Installation .................................................... 17
Parts Identifications ................................................................ 18
Camcorder .................................................................... 18
IR Remote Commander (Supplied) .............................. 22
On-Screen Indications ............................................................ 23
Indications in Camera Mode ........................................ 23
Direct Menu Operation ................................................ 24
Power Supply ........................................................................... 26
Using a Battery Pack .................................................... 26
Using AC Power (DC IN Power) ................................. 27
Turning Power On ........................................................ 28
Turning Power Off ....................................................... 28
Setting the Clock ..................................................................... 29
Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder ....................... 30
Adjusting the LCD Monitor ......................................... 30
Adjusting the Viewfinder ............................................. 31
Adjusting the Grip .................................................................. 32
Using the IR Remote Commander ........................................ 33
Handling SxS Memory Cards ................................................ 34
About SxS Memory Cards ........................................... 34
Inserting/Removing an SxS Memory Card .................. 35
Switching Between SxS Memory Cards ...................... 36
Formatting an SxS Memory Card ................................ 36
Checking the Remaining Time Available for
Recording ............................................................... 37
Restoring an SxS Memory Card .................................. 37
Using an External Hard Disk ................................................. 38
Attaching/Removin
g the PHU-60K/120K/120R ......... 38
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Recording
Formatting the PHU-60K/120K/120R ......................... 39
Checking the Remaining Time Available for
Recording ............................................................... 40
Restoring the PHU-60K/120K/120R ........................... 40
Using a “Memory Stick” with the Media Adaptor .............. 41
Formatting a “Memory Stick” ...................................... 41
Basic Operation Procedure .................................................... 42
Selecting the Video Format .................................................... 44
Selectable Formats ....................................................... 44
Switching between HD and SD .................................... 45
Changing the Format .................................................... 46
Switching the ND Filters ........................................................ 47
Adjusting the White Balance ................................................. 47
Selecting the Adjustment Mode ................................... 47
Executing Auto White Balance .................................... 48
Displaying the Markers and Zebra Patterns ........................ 49
Displaying the Markers ................................................ 49
Displaying the Zebra Patterns ...................................... 50
Setting the Gain ....................................................................... 51
Recording With Fixed Gain ......................................... 51
Recording in AGC Mode ............................................. 52
Setting the Electronic Shutter ................................................ 52
Shooting in a Fixed Shutter Mode ............................... 52
Shooting in EX Slow Shutter Mode ............................. 54
Shooting in Auto Shutter Mode ................................... 54
Adjusting the Iris .................................................................... 54
Recording in Auto Iris Mode ....................................... 54
Adjusting the Iris Manually ......................................... 55
Adjusting the Zoom ................................................................ 55
Switching the Zoom Mode ........................................... 55
Operating the Zoom Manually ..................................... 56
Usin
g the Power Zoom ................................................. 56
Adjusting the Focus ................................................................ 57
Adjusting in Full MF Mode ......................................... 57
Adjusting in MF Mode ................................................. 58
Adjusting in AF Mode ................................................. 59
Using Macro Mode ...................................................... 60
Eliminating Picture Blurring (Steady Shot) ......................... 60
Reducing Flickers ................................................................... 61
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Setting the Time Data ............................................................. 62
Running Modes of the Timecode ................................. 62
Setting the Timecode .................................................... 62
Setting the User Bits ..................................................... 63
Displaying the Time Data ............................................ 63
Recording Audio Signals ........................................................ 64
Using the Built-in Stereo Microphones ........................ 65
Using External Inputs ................................................... 65
Using an External Microphone .................................... 65
Adjusting the Audio Recording Levels ........................ 65
Monitoring the Audio ................................................... 66
Outputting the Color Bars and Reference Tone .................. 67
Recording Shot Marks ............................................................ 67
Adding the OK Mark ............................................................. 68
Rec Review ............................................................................... 69
Changing Functions of the Assignable Buttons ................... 70
Interval Recording .................................................................. 71
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 71
Performing Interval Recording .................................... 71
Frame Recording .................................................................... 72
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 72
Performing Frame Recording ....................................... 73
Picture Cache Recording ........................................................ 74
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 74
Performing Picture Cache Recording ........................... 74
Slow & Quick Motion Recording .......................................... 75
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 75
Recording in Slow & Quick Motion Mode .................. 76
Freeze Mix: Image Alignment ............................................... 77
Shot Transition ........................................................................ 78
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 79
Recording with a Shot Transition ................................ 80
Fader Function ........................................................................ 82
Preparatory Settings ..................................................... 82
Starting Recording with a Fade In ............................... 83
Ending Recording with a Fade Out .............................. 83
Picture Profiles ........................................................................ 84
Registering the Customized Settings as a Picture
Profile ..................................................................... 84
Selecting a Picture Profile ............................................ 84
Copying the Settings of a Picture Profile ..................... 85
Resetting a Picture Profile ............................................ 85
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Playback
Storing a Picture Profile on an SxS Memory Card ...... 85
Picture Profile Items ..................................................... 87
Deleting Clips .......................................................................... 92
Deleting the Last Recorded Clip .................................. 92
Deleting Clips Collectively .......................................... 92
Storing/Retrieving the Setting Data ...................................... 93
Storing the Setup File ................................................... 93
Retrieving the Setup File .............................................. 93
Resetting to the Standard Values ................................. 93
Thumbnail Screens ................................................................. 94
Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen ....................... 94
Changing the Type of Thumbnail Screen .................... 96
Playing Back Clips .................................................................. 97
Playing Back the Selected and Subsequent Clips in
Sequence ................................................................ 97
Monitoring Audio ......................................................... 98
Switching to High-Speed Playback .............................. 98
Cueing Up .................................................................... 99
Adding Shot Marks During Playback (HD Mode) ...... 99
Clip Operations ..................................................................... 100
Clip Operation Menus ................................................ 100
Basic Operations of the Clip Operation Menus ......... 101
Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip ........... 102
Adding/Deleting the OK Mark to/from a Clip (HD Mode
Only) .................................................................... 103
Copying Clips ............................................................. 103
Deleting Clips ............................................................. 104
Displaying the EXPAND CLIP Screen ......................105
ing the SHOT MARK Screen (HD Mode
Display
Only) .................................................................... 106
Adding/Deleting Shot Marks (HD Mode Only) ......... 107
Changing the Index Frame (HD Mode Only) ............ 107
Dividing a Clip (HD Mode Only) .............................. 108
Status Displays
Showing the Status Screens .................................................. 109
CAMERA Status Screen ...................................................... 110
AUDIO Status Screen ........................................................... 111
In Camera Mode ......................................................... 111
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In Media Mode ........................................................... 111
VIDEO Status Screen ........................................................... 112
BUTTON/REMOTE Status Screen .................................... 112
BATTERY/MEDIA Status Screen ...................................... 113
Menu Configuration and Detailed Settings
Overview of the Setup Menus .............................................. 114
Setup Menu Configuration ......................................... 114
Setup Menu Layers .................................................... 114
Basic Menu Operations ........................................................ 115
Setup Menu List .................................................................... 118
CAMERA SET Menu ................................................ 118
AUDIO SET Menu .................................................... 123
VIDEO SET Menu ..................................................... 124
LCD/VF SET Menu ................................................... 125
TC/UB SET Menu ...................................................... 128
OTHERS Menu .......................................................... 129
Connecting External Devices
Connecting External Monitors ............................................ 134
Operating Clips With a Computer ...................................... 136
Connecting an External Device (i.LINK Connection) ....... 138
Recording the Camcorder Picture on an External
Device .................................................................. 138
Nonlinear Editing ....................................................... 139
Recording External Input Signals .............................. 139
About i.LINK ........................................................................ 140
Appendixes
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Important Notes on Operation ............................................ 142
Formats and Limitations of Outputs .................................. 144
Video Formats and Output Formats ........................... 144
Limitations of Outputs ............................................... 149
Backup Battery ..................................................................... 153
Troubleshooting .................................................................... 154
Operating Power ......................................................... 154
Recording/Playback ................................................... 154
External Devices ........................................................ 155
Error/Warning Indications .................................................. 156
Error Indications ......................................................... 156
Warning Indications ................................................... 156
MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ............................ 159
Specifications ......................................................................... 159
General ....................................................................... 159
Camera Block ............................................................. 160
Audio Block ............................................................... 161
Displays ...................................................................... 161
Media Block ............................................................... 161
Inputs/Outputs ............................................................ 161
Optional Accessories .................................................. 162
Index ....................................................................................... 163
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Overview
Overview
Package Configuration
Make sure you have following items supplied with your camcorder.
The number in parentheses indicates the number of that item supplied.
Lens hood with lens cap (1)
It is attached to the camcorder at the factory.
If you attach an optional wide-conversion lens,
remove the lens hood.
Large eyecup (1)
Infrared Remote
Commander (1)
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It is attached to the
camcorder at the factory.
USB cable (1)
AV connecting cable (1)
Cold shoe kit (1)
The kit comprises an auxiliary shoe, four screws, and
a bottom plate.
BP-U30 battery pack (1)
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Component video cable (1)
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Lithium battery (CR2032 for backup) (1)
It is mounted in the camcorder at the factory.
Lithium battery (CR2025 for the IR Remote
Commander) (1)
It is mounted in the IR Remote Commander at the
factory.
CD-ROM:
Utility Software for Solid-State Memory
Camcorder and Recorder (XDCAM EX Clip
Browsing Software, SxS Device Driver
Software) (1)
Manuals for Solid-State Memory Camcorder
(Operating Instructions in PDF) (1)
Operating Instructions (This manual) (1)
SxS Device Driver Software End-User License
Agreement (1)
Features
Overview
The PMW-EX1R is a highly compact and high-
performance XDCAM EX
1)
SxS
memory cards, as its recording medium.
The imaging devices used in the PMW-EX1R
camcorder are th ree
each with an effective pixel count of 1920 × 1080,
which produce images in full HD resolution.
1)
camcorder that uses
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/2-inch type CMOS sensors,
Multiple-format recording
The PMW-EX1R camcorder offers a wide array
of recording formats for multiple content creation
applications. In addition to HD video of 1080 or
720 effective scan lines, the camcorder can also
record and play back in DVCAM-compatible
mode.
Switching between Progressive and Interlace and
between NTSC and PAL are also possible,
permitting you to use various formats for your
needs.
SxS memory cards can simultaneously hold
multiple files of any of these recording formats,
allowing for flexible use of the memory cards.
A New Generation of HD Recording
System
New nonlinear recording media
Using SxS memory cards, the PMW-EX1R offers
nonlinear capabilities such as instant random
access and file-based operation.
HD recording using the “MPEG-2 Long GOP”
codec
The PMW-EX1R records 1920 × 1080 HD
images using “MPEG-2 Long GOP” codec
compression. This mature “MPEG-2 Long GOP”
codec, which is also adopted in the XDCAM
HD and HDV
you to record stunning-quality HD video and
audio with long recording time by efficiently
compressing the data.
Selectable bit rates
The PMW-EX1R offers a choice of bit rates:
either 35 Mbps (HQ mode) or 25 Mbps (SP
mode), depending on the desired picture quality
and recording time.
2)
1080i series of products, enables
1)
Features
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Long recording time
By utilizing an efficient compression format, the
Overview
PMW-EX1R records high-quality HD images for
long recording time of approx. 100 minutes in HQ
mode (35 Mbps VBR) or approx. 140 minutes in
SP mode (25 Mbps CBR) on a single 32-GB SxS
memory card. Equipped with tw o SxS memory
card slots, the PMW-EX1R makes transition
seamless without any frame loss, when recording
is done across two cards.
High-quality uncompressed audio recording
In addition to HD video recording, the PMW-
EX1R can record and play back high-quality,
two-channel 16-bit, 48-kHz linear PCM
uncompressed audio.
IT friendly
The file-based recording in MP4 format allows
material to be handled with great flexibility in an
IT-based environment, easily available for
copying, transferring, sharing, and archiving.
Instant-access thumbnail display with “Expand”
function
Each time a recording is started and stopped on
the XDCAM EX camcorder, the video and audio
signals are recorded as one clip.
Furthermore, thumbnails are automatically
generated for each clip as a visual reference,
allowing the operator to cue-up to a desired scene
simply by guiding the cursor to a thumbnail. For
further convenience, the ‘Expand’ function
allows one selected clip in the Thumbnail display
to be divided into 12 equal time intervals, each
with its own th
you wish to quickly search for a particular scene
within a lengthy clip.
umbnail identifier. This is useful if
Cutting-edge Camera Technologies
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/2-inch type three “Exmor”1) CMOS sensors
The PMW-EX1R is equipped with three newly
developed
Sensors, which deliver excellent picture
performance with full HD resolution.
14x zoom lens
The PMW-EX1R is equipped with a zoom lens
specifically designed for the camcorder to offer
optimum picture performance. Independent rings
for zoom, focus, and iris adjustment give the user
a high level of operational comfort.
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/2-inch type “Exmor” CMOS
Versatile focus-assistance functions
The lens has a versatile functions for easy and
precise focus adjustments.
•One-push Auto Focus
• MF Assist
• Expanded Focus
• Peaking
• Optical Image Stabilizer (Steady Shot)
Creative Recording Modes and Settings
23.98P native recording
The PMW-EX1R camcorder, a new member of
Sony’s legendary CineAlta
compact offers native 23.98P recording
capability.
Slow & Quick Motion function
The PMW-EX1R offers a Slow & Quick Motion
function, commonly known as overcranking and
undercranking in film shooting, which enables
you to create unique ‘looks’ or special effects of
slow- and fast-motion images.
Slow Shutter function
The PMW-EX1R offers a Slow Shutter function
for capturing clear images in low-light
environments. This allows the shutter speed to be
changed to a m aximum of 64-frame accumulation
period.
Selectable gamma curves
W-EX1R provides various types of
The PM
gamma identical to those of other CineAlta
camcorders.
Interval Recording function
The PMW-EX1R offers an Interval Recording
function that intermittently records signals at predetermined intervals. This is convenient for
shooting over long periods of time and also when
creating pictures with special effects of extremely
quick motion.
Frame Recording function
Frame Recording is a unique feature of the PMW-
EX1R camcorder that is especially useful for
clay-animation shooting. With this function,
images for pre-determined frame are recorded
each time the record button is pressed.
Shutter-angle settings
In addition to the electric shutter speed controls,
the PMW-EX1R also has a “sh
control, which is familiar to cinematographers.
1)
family, though
utter angle”
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Features
Picture Profile feature
The Picture Profile feature allows the camera
operator to easily call up customized picture-
tonal settings to suit particular shooting
conditions.
Shot Transition function
The Shot Transition function allows for smooth
automatic scene transitions. The operator can
program start and end settings for zoom, focus,
and white balance into the A and B buttons, and
with a press of the Start button a smooth transition
will take place according to the set time.
Picture Cache function
The unit can utilize its internal memory to store
the image being captured, allowing recording to
commence a certain time (15 seconds at
maximum) in advance of when the recording
button is pressed.
A variety of functions and designs for
high operability
• Depth-of-field indicator
•Brightness-level display
•Histogram indicator
• 3.5-inch color LCD monitor
•Easy-to-see color viewfinder
•Rotary grip
•Four assignable buttons
• Zoom and recording start/stop operations
enabled both on the handle and the grip
•Long operating time with a battery pack
• Wide array of interfaces, including USB,
1)
, and HDMI
i.LINK
•ATW (Auto Tracing White Balance)
•Built-in ND filter wheel
• Selectable gain
•High-speed picture search: ×4, ×15, ×24
• Freeze Mix function
•Image Inversion function
• IR Remote Commander
3)
1)
supplied
XDCAM EX web sites
For information on XDCAM EX, visit the
following web sites:
United States
http://www.sony.com/xdcamex
Canada
http://www.sony.ca/xdcamex
Europe, Middle East, Africa, and Russia
http://www.sonybiz.net/xdcamex
Latin America
http://www.sonypro-latin.com/xdcamex
Australia
www.sony.com.au/xdcamex
Asia (except Korea, China, and Japan)
http://pro.sony-asia.com
Korea
http://bp.sony.co.kr/xdcamex
China
http://pro.sony.com.cn/minisite/XDCAMEX
Japan
http://www.sony.co.jp/XDCAMEX
Overview
1)Sony, XDCAM, XDCAM EX, SxS, i.LINK, Exmor,
CineAlta, and Remote Commander are trademarks of
Sony Corporation.
2)HDV is a trademark of Sony Corporation and Victor
Company of Japan, Limited.
3)HDMI, HDMI logo and High-Definition Multimedia
Interface are trademarks or registered trademarks of
HDMI Licensing, LLC in the United States and other
countries.
All other trademarks are the property of their respective
owners.
Features
15
Overview
Using the Software
The CD-ROM labelled “Utility Software for
Solid-State Memory Camcorder and Recorder”
contains the following software:
SxS Device Driver Software
Driver for using SxS memory cards with a
computer having an ExpressCard slot.
Information on installation of the software is
included in the ReadMe (Japanese, English,
French, German, Italian, Spanish, and Chinese) in
PDF format.
XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software
Application program for operating clips recorded
with XDCAM EX-series models on a computer.
Information on installation and operations of the
software is included in the User’s Guide
(Japanese, English, French, German, Italian,
Spanish, and Chinese) in PDF format.
Reading the CD-ROM Manuals
Preparations
The following program must be installed on your
computer in order to read the operation manuals
contained on the CD-ROM.
Adobe Reader Version 6.0 or higher
Memo
If Adobe Reader is not installed, you can
download it from the following URL:
http://www.adobe.com/
Adobe and Adobe Reader are trademarks of Adobe
Systems Incorporated in the United States and/or other
countries.
To read the documents
Do the following:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM
drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your
browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the
browser, double-click on the index.htm file
on the CD-ROM.
2 Select and click on the manual that you
wish to read.
This opens the PDF file.
Memo
The files may not be displayed properly,
depending on the version of Adobe Reader. In
such a case, install the latest version you can
download from the URL mentioned in
“Preparations” above.
Note
If you have lost or damaged the CD-ROM, you
can purchase a new one to replace it. Contact your
Sony service representative.
System Requirements for Using the Applications
SxS Device Driver Software
Applicable hardware
Computer conforming to ExpressCard/34 or
ExpressCard/54
OS
Microsoft Windows XP SP2 or later, Microsoft
Windows Vista, or Mac OS X v10.4.9 or later
For other Operating Systems and support
information on the driver, refer to the following
URL:
http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/
• Microsoft, Windows, and Windows Vista are
registered trademarks and/or trademarks of Microsoft
Corporation in the United States and/or other
countries.
• Macintosh and Mac OS are trademarks of Apple Inc.
registered in the U.S States and other countries.
XDCAM EX Clip Browsing Software
For the operatin g requirements, visit the web sites
shown in “XDCAM EX web sites” (page 15) or
refer to the User’s Guide contained in the CDROM.
Using the Software
16
Software Installation
Do the following to install the software on the
CD-ROM on your computer:
1 Insert the CD-ROM in your CD-ROM
drive.
A cover page appears automatically in your
browser.
If it does not appear automatically in the
browser, double-click on the index.htm file
on the CD-ROM.
2 Select and click on the software that you
wish to install.
The installer for the software starts up.
Follow the displayed instructions:
For details, refer to the User’s Guide or ReadMe of
the software.
Uninstalling an application program
Windows computer
Choose “Start,” “Control Panel” then “Add or
Remove Programs” and specify the program to be
deleted.
Macintosh computer
Drop the folder of the software (default:
/Application/XDCAM EX Clip Browser) into
Trash.
Overview
Using the Software
17
Overview
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Parts Identifications
For functions and usage, see the pages shown in parentheses.
Camcorder
1
2
3
4
5
Lens control block
(page 20)
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Side operation panel (page 21)
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Rear operation panel (page 21)
Operation panel on the
handle (page 20)
Handle
Upper operation panel
(page 20)
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67
8
9
10
11
Card slot block
(page 21)
1. External microphone holder (page 65)
2. Built-in microphone (page 65)
3. LCD (Liquid Crystal Display) monitor
(page 30)
4. Lens hood
If you attach an optional wide-conversion
lens, remove the lens hood. (See the column
at right.)
5. Lens cap open/close lever (page 42)
6. Rear tally lamp (page 43, page 156)
7. Rear IR remote control receptor
8. COMPONENT OUT connector (Mini D)
(page 135)
9. A/V OUT connector (audio/video multi
output) (page 135)
10. HDMI OUT connector (page 135)
11. Battery pack receptacle (page 26)
To remove the lens hood
1 Loosen the hood fixing screw, 2 turn the
hood in the direction of the arrow, 3 then pull it
out.
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Hood fixing screw
To reattach the hood, align the marks on the
hood with those on the camcorder, turn it in the
opposite direction from th at when you removed it,
then tighten the fixing screw.
Parts Identifications
18
10
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Overview
2
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12
13
14
15
Controls on the grip
(page 22)
Cover of the lens
control block (See
“Note” below.)
16
17
18
4
5
6
7
8
9
A/V OUT
HDMI OUT
COMPONENT
OUT
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ASSIGN 4
Grip (page 32)
1. Rear accessory shoe
The supplied cold shoe kit can be attached
(page 38).
2. Viewfinder (page 31)
3. Eyecup (page 31)
4. Eyepiece focusing knob (page 31)
5. Headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page
66, page 98)
6. i.LINK (HDV/DV) connector (4-pin, S400
conforming to IEEE1394) (page 138)
7. Hooks for the shoulder strap (left and
right)
Attach the supplied shoulder strap as shown
below.
4
3
2
1
8. Built-in speaker (page 66, page 98)
9. BATTERY RELEASE button (page 26)
10. SDI OUT connector (BNC type) (page 134)
11. USB connector (Mini B) (page 136)
12. Front accessory shoe
13. REC/TALLY lamp (page 43, page 156)
14. Front IR remote control receptor
15. AUDIO IN CH-1/CH-2 connectors (XLR)
and input selection switches (page 64)
16. WHT BAL (automatic white balance
adjustment) button (page 47)
17. SHUTTER switch (page 52)
18. ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 70)
Note
The lens is properly adjusted at the factory. Do
not touch the controls of the lens control block.
Parts Identifications
19
Operation panel on the handle
Overview
Upper operation panel
L
MONITOR
1
2
3
4
5
VOL
THUMBNAIL
F REV
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PREV
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7
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SEL/SET
PLAY/PAUSE
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STOP
CANCEL
F FWD
NEXT
REC
START/STOP
HOLD
R
9
10
11
12
13
14
1. MONITOR VOL (volume) buttons (page
66, page 98)
2. THUMBNAIL button (page 96)
3. PLAY/PAUSE button (page 97)
4. F REV (fast reverse) button (page 97)
5. PREV (previous) button (page 97)
6. STOP button (page 100)
7. On-handle ZOOM button (page 56)
8. Zoom speed switch (page 56)
9. CANCEL button (page 115)
10. SEL/SET (selection/set) button (Joystick)
(page 115)
It functions accordingly when you move it up
(toward the subject), down (toward the
viewfinder), left, or right, or you push along
the axis.
It is called “the joystick” in the subsequent
operating instructions.
11. F FWD (fast forward) button (page 97)
12. NEXT button (page 97)
13. REC START/STOP button (page 42)
14. REC HOLD lever (page 43)
123475
TC/U-BIT/
LCD
DURATION
A
SHOT
TRANSITION
B
LCD B.LIGHT
ON OFF
BRIGHT
BATT INFO
STATUS
BARS/CAMDISPLAY
6
1. SHOT TRANSITION operation block
(page 78)
2. LCD B.LIGHT (LCD backlight) switch
(page 30)
3. LCD BRIGHT +/– (LCD brightness
adjustment) buttons (page 30)
4. TC/U-BIT/DURATION (time data
selection) button (page 63, page 97)
5. STATUS button (page 109)
6. DISPLAY/BATT INFO button (page 23,
page 27)
7. BARS/CAM (color bar/camera signal
switching) button (page 67)
Lens control block
12 3
AF/MF Full MF
MANUAL AUTO
15 25 40 81.210
OFF ON
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MANUAL AUTO
MACRO
FOCUS
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1. Focus ring (page 57)
2. Zoom ring (page 55)
3. Iris ring (page 54)
4. IRIS switch (page 54)
5. MACRO switch (page 60)
6. FOCUS switch (page 58)
4
5
6
7
Parts Identifications
20
7. PUSH AF (momentary auto focus) button
(page 59)
Side operation panel
1. ACCESS lamps (page 35)
2. SLOT SELECT (SxS memory card select)
button (page 36)
3. SxS memory card slots (page 35)
4. EJECT buttons (page 36)
Overview
ND
FILTER
2
1
LENS INFO BRT DISP HISTOGRAM
123
ZEBRA PEAKING
ASSIGN
FULL AUTO
1
OFF
GAIN
L
M
H
WHITE BAL
B
A
PRST
2
3
4
5
6
7
1. ND filter select switch (page 47)
2. ASSIGN (assignable)1/2/3 buttons (page
70)
3. PEAKING button (page 58)
4. FULL AUTO button and indicator (page
42)
5. ZEBRA button (page 50)
6. WHITE BAL (white balance memory)
switch (page 47)
7. GAIN switch (page 51)
Card slot block
The SxS memory card slots and EJECT buttons
are located behind the cover.
1
SLOT SELECT
AB
2
3
CH-1
AUDIO
LEVEL
CH-2
OPEN
4
Rear operation panel
1234 756
OFF
CAMERA
PICTURE
PROFILE
PMW-EX1R
MEDIA
DC IN
COMPONENT
A/V
CH-1
AUDIO
LEVEL
CH-2
CACHE REC
AUTO
MANUAL
AUTO
MANUAL
SEL/SET
AUDIO
IN
CANCELMENU
INTMIC
EXT
INTMIC
EXT
S&Q
CH-1
AUDIO
SELECT
CH-2
118 109
1. S&Q (Slow & Quick Motion) button (page
75)
2. MENU (menu display ON/OFF) button
(page 115)
3. SEL/SET (selection/set) dial (Jog dial)
(page 115)
It functions accordingly when you turn it up
or down, or you push it horizontally.
It is called “the jog dial” in the subsequent
operating instructions.
4. CANCEL button (page 115)
5. PICTURE PROFILE button (page 84)
6. Power (CAMERA/MEDIA) switch (page
28)
7. DC IN (DC power input) connector (page
27)
8. CACHE REC lamp (page 74)
9. AUDIO LEVEL CH-1 /CH-2 controls
(page 64)
10. AUDIO SELECT (audio level control
mode selection) switches (page 64)
11. AUDIO IN (audio input selection)
switches (page 64)
OUT
OUT
HDMI
Parts Identifications
21
Controls on the grip
M
IC
L
IN
E
M
IC
+
4
MANUAL AUTO
FOCUS
MANUAL SERVO
ZOOM
PUSH AF
Overview
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START/
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REMOTE
7
1. RELEASE (grip release) button (page 32)
2. REC START/STOP button (page 42)
3. REC REVIEW button (page 69)
4. EXPANDED FOCUS button (page 58)
5. Servo zoom lever (page 56)
6. ONE PUSH AUTO IRIS button (page 54)
7. LENS REMOTE connector (page 57)
Bottom
123
1. ZOOM switch (page 55)
2. Tripod receptacles
Note
Check that the size of the hole matches the
screw of the tripod. If they do not match, the
camcorder cannot be attached to the tripod
securely.
3. Backup battery holder (page 153)
IR Remote Commander (Supplied)
1
2
R
E
R
E
C
3
4
5
6
The buttons without remarks can be used in the
same manner as the corresponding buttons on the
camcorder.
1
2
12T
SHOTMARK
3
4
5
6
THUMBNAIL
PREV NEXT
.
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7
PLAY/PAUSE
REC
ZOOM
SUB CLIP
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STOP
>
FFWDFREV
M
PUSH AFREC PAUSE
X
9
10
xu
11
12
13
8
1. ZOOM T/W (telephoto/wide-angle)
button
2. SHOTMARK 1 and 2 buttons (page 67,
page 107)
3. THUMBNAIL button
4. PREV (previous clip jump) button
5. F REV (fast reverse) button
6. PLAY/PAUSE button
7. REC (record) buttons
Press the z button together with the unmarked
button (safety button) to start recording.
8. REC PAUSE buttons
Press the X button together with the unmarked
button (safety button) to pause recording.
9. PUSH SET button (four-way arrow key)
It functions the same as the SEL/SET button
(joystick) on the camcorder.
10. NEXT button
11. STOP button
12. F FWD (fast forward) button
13. PUSH AF button
Note
The SUB CLIP button does not function with this
camcorder.
When you use the remote commander, see “Using the
IR Remote Commander” on page 33.
Parts Identifications
22
On-Screen Indications
Indications in Camera Mode
Overview
When this unit is in Camera mode (mode for
recording), pressing the DISPLAY/BATT INFO
button displays the statuses and settings of this
unit on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
When you press the DISPLAY/BATT INFO
button again, these indications are canceled.
The recording status indication, such as “
is always displayed, regardless of operation of the
DISPLAY/BATT INFO button.
zREC,”
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6
B: 50min
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Remarks
[M]: The indication of the items named with this
suffix can be independently turned on/off
with “Display On/Off” of the LCD/VF SET
menu (see page 127).
[A]: The indication of items named with this suf-
fix can be turned on/off using the assignable
buttons to which the corresponding on/off
functions have been assigned (see page 70).
[D]: The settings of the items named with this suf-
fix can be changed using the Direct menu on
the screen (see page 24).
REC
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CH2
1. Battery remaining/DC IN voltage
indication [M] (page 27)
2. i.LINK status indication (page 138)
Only when an external device is connected to
the i.LINK connector, the status of the device is
displayed.
3. Special recording/operation status
indication
zREC Recording in progress
STBY Standby for recording
zS&Q REC Slow & Quick Motion
recording in progress
S&Q STBY Standby for Slow & Quick
Motion recording
zINT REC Interval Recording in progress
INT STBY Standby for Interval
Recording
zFRM REC Frame Recording in progress
FRM STBY Standby for Frame Recording
zCACHE z in green: Standby for
Cache Recording
z in red: Cache Recording in
progress
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4. Media status indication
STD
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Memory card in slot A is active.
Memory card in slot B is active.
5. Time data indication [M] (page 63)
6. Media remaining indication [M] (page 37)
7. Zoom position indication [M] (page 55)
8. TLCS mode indication [M][D] (page 121)
Backlight mode
Standard mode
STD
Spotlight mode
9. Steady Shot indication [M][D] (page 60)
10. Focus mode indication [M] ([D] only in MF
mode) (page 57)
11. White balance mode and color
temperature indications [M][D] (page 47)
12. Picture profile indication [M][D] (page 84)
13. ND filter indication [M] (page 47)
14. Iris position indication [M][D] (page 54)
15. Gain indication [M][D] (page 51)
16. Shutter mode/shutter speed indication
[M][D] (page 52)
17. Audio level meters [M] (page 65)
18. Histogram indication [M][A]
19. Fader indication [M] (page 82)
20. Video level cautioning indication [M]
If the video level is too high or too low, a caution
is generated showing the appropriate ND filter
number.
21. Depth-of-Field indication [M][A]
22. Brightness level indication [M][A]
23. Special recording mode indication [M] ([D]
only in Slow & Quick Motion Standby)
Frame Rec Frame Rec mode
Interval Rec Interval Rec mode
S&Q Motion
xx/xx fps
Slow & Quick Motion mode
24. Video Format indication [M] (page 44)
Direct Menu Operation
The settings of the items named with a suffix [D]
can be changed using the Direct menu on the
screen.
Select “All,” “Part,” or “Off” for Direct Menu
using “Direct Menu” (page 131) of the OTHERS
menu.
When the Direct mode is set to “Part,” the
operation is limited depending on the GAIN,
SHUTTER, or WHITE BAL switch setting.
When the Direct mode is set to “All,” the GAIN,
SHUTTER, and WHITE BAL switches are
disabled.
Note
When the indicator of the FULL AUTO button is
lit, the Direct Menu operation is disabled for the
functions that are forcibly set to the automatic
mode in Full Auto mode (page 42).
To operate the Direct menu
Use the joystick on the handle or the jog dial on
the rear control panel.
Joystick Jog dial
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If “Direct Menu” is set to “All” or “Part,” the
cursor is displayed on one of the items for
which the Direct menu operation is
permitted.
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Example: TLCS mode indication
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The Direct menu of the selected items
appears.
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Direct menu for TLCS mode selection
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select the setting then press the joystick
or the jog dial.
The menu disappears, and the new setting is
displayed.
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Preparations
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Power Supply
You can use a battery pack or AC power via an
AC adaptor.
Preparations
If you connect an AC power source, it has a
priority even if a battery pack is mounted.
For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and
AC adaptor listed below:
•BP-U30/U60 Lithium-ion Battery Pack
• BC-U1/U2 Battery Charger (usable as an AC
adaptor)
Using a Battery Pack
Mount a BP-U30 or BP-U60 Lithium-ion battery
pack.
One BP-U30 is supplied with this camcorder.
WARNING
Batteries shall not be exposed to excessive heat
such as sunshine, fire or the like.
AVERTISSEMENT
N’exposez pas les batteries à une chaleur
excessive, au soleil ou près d’un feu
WARNUNG
Akkus dürfen keinesfalls übermäßiger
Wärmeeinwirkung ausgesetzt werden, wie z.B.
Sonneneinstrahlung, Feuer o. ä.
Notes
•Before use, charge the battery pack with the
supplied BC-U1/U2 Battery Charger.
•A warm battery pack immediately after use may
not be able to be fully recharged.
par exemple.
Mounting the battery pack
Fully insert the battery pack then slide it to th e left
to lock.
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Battery pack
Note
If a battery pack that cannot be used with this
camcorder is mounted, an error message is
appears on the LCD monitor/EVF screen.
Replace the battery pack with the BP-U30 or BP-
U60, or connect a power to the DC IN connector
after removing the battery pack.
Removing the battery pack
Hold the BATTERY RELEASE button pressed,
slide the battery pack to the right to unlock, then
pull it out.
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BATTERY
RELEASE
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BATTERY
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Checking battery charge remaining
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To check during operation
When recording or playback is in progress on the
battery pack, an icon to show the current battery
charge level and usage time remaining are
displayed on the LCD monitor/EVF screen.
120min
A: 25min
B: 50min
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Icon Remaining
STBY
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90% to 71%
70% to 51%
50% to 31%
30% to 11%
10% to 0%
REC
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The camcorder indicates the remaining usage
time in minutes by calculating the available time
with the battery pack if operation is continued at
the current rate of power consumption.
Note
The operating time on a battery pack depends on
the condition (new or old) of the battery pack and
the ambient temperature.
To check in power-off status
Information on the mounted battery pack
(BATTERY INFO) is displayed on the LCD
monitor screen when you hold the DISPLAY/
BATT INFO button pressed even if the
camcorder is off.
The BATTERY INFO display goes off after 5
seconds.
If the battery charge remaining becomes
low
If the battery charge remaining decreases to a
certain level during operation (Low BATT
status), a low-battery message, flashing of the
tally lamps, and a beep sound will warn you.
If the remaining further decreases to a level at
which operation cannot be continued (BATT
Empty status), a battery-empty message appears.
Temporarily set the power switch to OFF and
connect a power source via the DC IN connector
or replace the battery pack with one that is fully
charged.
To change the message levels
The Low BATT level is set to 10% of full charge,
and the BATT Empty le
vel is set to 3% of full
charge at the factory. These settings can be
changed with “Battery Alarm” (page 131) of the
OTHERS menu.
Using AC Power (DC IN Power)
You can connect an AC power source to this
camcorder by using the supplied BC-U1 or an
optional BC-U2 Battery Charger for BP-U30/
U60 as an AC adaptor, as shown below:
Power Supply
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2 Connect the power cord supplied with
the BC-U1/U2 to the AC input
connector of the BC-U1/U2 then to an
AC power source.
3 Set the mode switch of the BC-U1/U2 to
the DC OUT position.
For details, refer to the Operating Instructions of the
BC-U1/U2.
When recording or playback is in progress on
power from the DC IN connector, the input
voltage is displayed on the LCD monitor/
viewfinder screen.
DC-IN 12.0V
A: 25min
B: 50min
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Note
The battery pack mounted on the camcorder is not
charged even if you set the mode switch of the
BC-U1/U2 to the CHARGE position. To charge
the battery pack, remove it from the camcorder
and mount it on the BC-U1/U2.
STBY
S&Q
REC
BC-U1
Turning Power On
This camcorder has Camera mode for recording
and Media mode for playback.
The mode is selected when you turn the power on.
Power switch
OFF
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Press the center green button to unlock the power
switch and move it from the OFF position to the
CAMERA or MEDIA side.
To operate in Camera mode, turn the power on by
setting the power switch to the CAMERA
position.
To operate in Media mode, turn the power on by
setting the power switch to the MEDIA position.
Turning Power Off
Set the power switch to the OFF position.
(It is not necessary to press the center button
when returnin
from the CAMERA or MEDIA side.)
Notes
• This camcorder uses a little standby power even
when the power switch is set to OFF. Remove
the battery pack if the camcorder will not be
used for a prolonged period.
• When removing the battery pack or the DC IN
power, be sure to set the switch to OFF in
advance.
Removing the battery pack and the DC IN
power without first setting the power switch to
OFF may cause damage to the camcorder or
SxS memory cards.
g the switch to the OFF position
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Power Supply
Setting the Clock
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INITIAL
SETTING
Time Z
one: UTC +09:00 TOKYO
ate/Time: 2007/01/01 00:00:00 SET
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Finish
When you turn the camcorder on for the first time
after purchasing or replacing the backup battery
(page 153), the Initial Setting display appears on
the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.
Set the date and time of the built-in clock, using
this display.
INITIAL
SETTING
Time Z
one: UTC +09:00 TOKYO
ate/Time: 2009/01/01 00:00:00
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Time Zone
The value shows the time difference from UTC
(Coordinated Universal Time).
Change the setting if needed.
Setting the time and date
Use the joystick on the handle or jog dial on the
rear operation panel for setting.
Joystick Jog dial
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set the year then press the joystick or
dial.
The cursor moves to the month-setting
column.
3 Set the month, day, hour, minute, and
second in sequence in the same manner.
When you press the joystick or jog dial at
“SET,” the cursor moves back to “Date/
Time.”
4 Move the cursor to “Finish” then press
the joystick or dial.
The Initial Setting display disappears, and the
clock setting is completed.
The camcorder enters the operation mode
(Camera mode or Media mode) you selected with
the power switch.
Once after the Initial Setting display disappears,
the time zone and date/time settings can be
changed using “Time Zone” (page 129) and
“Clock Set” (page 129) of the OTHERS menu.
Notes
• If the clock setting is cleared because of
exhaustion of the backup battery while no
operation power was being supplied (no battery
pack and no DC IN connection), the Initial
Setting display will be displayed when you turn
the camcorder on at the next opportunity.
• While the Initial Setting display is shown, no
other operation except turning the power off is
permitted until you finish the setting for this
display.
Preparations
1 Tilt the joystick or turn the jog dial to
set the cursor to “Date/Time” then
press the joystick or dial.
The cursor moves to the year-setting column.
Setting the Clock
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Adjusting the LCD
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180°
Adjusting the LCD Monitor
Preparations
90°
You can adjust the angle and the display
conditions of the LCD monitor for the best view
in various shooting situations.
Adjusting the backlight
These adjustments of the LCD monitor have no
effect on pictures being recorded.
Turning on/off the LCD monitor
The LCD monitor turns on when it is opened and
turns off when it is returned to the park position.
To open, pull the monitor out horizontally from
the park position to rotate it 90 degrees.
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The backlight may not be necessary for viewing
images on the LCD monitor under bright ambient
light, such as in an outdoor location. Set the LCD
B.LIGHT switch to OFF to turn off the backlight.
Adjusting the brightness of the backlight
– buttons
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using the LCD BRIGHT + and – buttons.
Press the – button to darken the backlight. Press
the + button to make it brighter.
It can be rotated as much as 90 degrees in the
direction facing the subject and as much as 180
During adjustment, the backlight level bar
appears to indicate the adjustment value.
degrees in the opposite direction.
When you rotate it 90 degrees toward the subject,
the image on the monitor becomes upside down,
indicating the mirror image of the subject. The
display direction of the textual information is
converted to the readable direction.
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Adjusting the LCD Monitor and Viewfinder
Adjusting the color, contrast, and
brightness
These adjustments can be made using the LCD/
VF SET menu.
Press the MENU button to set the camcorder to
Menu mode and select (LCD/VF SET
menu) then “LCD” from the menu.
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