Sony PMW-F55, PMW-F5 User Manual

4-459-611-14(1)

Solid-State Memory Camcorder

PMW-F55 PMW-F5

Operating Instructions

Before operating the unit, please read this manual thoroughly and retain it for future reference.

Table of Contents

Overview

Preparations

Features ...................................................................................... 6

System Configuration ............................................................... 8

Location and Function of Parts ............................................... 9

On-Screen Indications ............................................................ 15

Sub Display Screen ...................................................... 15

Viewfinder Screen ........................................................ 18

Power Supply ........................................................................... 20

Using a Battery Pack .................................................... 20

Using AC Power (DC IN Power) ................................. 21

Setting the Clock ..................................................................... 21

Attaching Optional Devices .................................................... 22

Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 22

Attaching a Viewfinder ................................................ 23

Setting the Basic Action .......................................................... 24

Shooting Mode ............................................................. 24

Main Recorded Signal .................................................. 24

Color Space .................................................................. 25

Using SxS Memory Cards ...................................................... 25

About SxS Memory Cards ........................................... 25

Inserting an SxS Memory Card .................................... 25

Removing an SxS memory card ................................... 26

Switching Between SxS Memory Cards ...................... 26

Formatting an SxS Memory Card ................................ 26

Checking the Remaining Time Available for

Recording ............................................................... 26

Restoring an SxS Memory Card .................................. 27

Using an SD Card ................................................................... 28

Usable SD Cards .......................................................... 28

Inserting an SD Card .................................................... 28

Removing an SD memory card .................................... 28

Formatting an SD Memory Card .................................. 28

Checking the Remaining Time ..................................... 28

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Recording

Using an AXS-R5 .................................................................... 29

Attaching the AXS-R5 ................................................. 29

Removing the AXS-R5 ................................................ 29

Inserting an AXS Memory Card .................................. 29

Removing an AXS Memory Card ................................ 30

Recording to an AXS Memory Card ............................ 30

Formatting an AXS Memory Card ............................... 30

Checking the Remaining Time Available for

Recording ............................................................... 30

Restoring the AXS Memory Card ................................ 30

Using a USB Wireless LAN Module ...................................... 31

Attaching the IFU-WLM3 ............................................ 31

Making a Wi-Fi Connection ......................................... 32

Using the Wi-Fi Remote Commander .......................... 32

Basic Operation Procedure .................................................... 35

Changing Basic Settings ......................................................... 36

System Frequency ........................................................ 36

Recording Format ......................................................... 36

Electronic Shutter ......................................................... 36

Sensitivity/Gain/Color Temperature/White Balance ... 37

Audio ............................................................................ 37

Time Data ..................................................................... 37

Useful Functions ...................................................................... 38

Assignable Buttons ....................................................... 38

Slow & Quick Motion .................................................. 38

Simultaneously Recording ........................................... 38

Focus Magnifier ........................................................... 39

Rec Review .................................................................. 39

False Color Display ...................................................... 39

Thumbnail Screens

Thumbnail Screens ................................................................. 40

Configuration of the Screen ......................................... 40

Playing Clips ............................................................................ 41

Playing the Selected and Subsequent Clips in

Sequence ................................................................ 41

Clip Operations ....................................................................... 41

Operations of the Thumbnail Menu ............................. 41

Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip ............. 42

Copying MPEG2 Proxy Data (PMW-F55 only) .......... 42

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Settings

Deleting Clips ............................................................... 43

Changing Information on the Thumbnail Screen ......... 43

Sub Display Operation ........................................................... 44

Sub Display Setting Items ...................................................... 45

CAMERA Screen ......................................................... 45

FILE Screen ................................................................. 46

AU/TC (audio/timecode) Screen .................................. 46

Setup Menu Operations .......................................................... 48

Setup Menu List ...................................................................... 49

Camera Menu ............................................................... 49

Paint Menu ................................................................... 55

Audio Menu ................................................................. 59

Video Menu .................................................................. 60

VF Menu ...................................................................... 61

TC/UB Menu ................................................................ 65

Recording Menu ........................................................... 65

Media Menu ................................................................. 66

File Menu ..................................................................... 66

Maintenance Menu ....................................................... 68

System Menu ................................................................ 68

External Devices Connection

Table of Contents

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 73

Operating Clips With a Computer ........................................ 74

External Synchronization ....................................................... 75

Appendices

Important Notes on Operation .............................................. 76

Formats and Limitations of Outputs .................................... 78

Video Formats and Output Signals .............................. 78

Error/Warning Indications .................................................... 84

Error Indications ........................................................... 84

Warning Indications ..................................................... 84

Licenses .................................................................................... 87

MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ..................... 87

MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License .................... 87

On accessing software to which the GPL/LGPL

applies .................................................................... 87

Open software licenses ................................................. 88

Specifications ........................................................................... 88

General ......................................................................... 88

Camera Section ............................................................ 89

Input/Output ................................................................. 90

Media ............................................................................ 91

Package Configuration ................................................. 91

Optional Accessories .................................................... 91

Index ......................................................................................... 94

Table of Contents

Overview

Features

The PMW-F55/F5 is a highly compact, lightweight and high-performance CineAlta 4K camera with a 4K Super 35mm equivalent Singlechip CMOS image sensor. The PMW-F55’s CMOS image sensor w ith frame image scan function allows you to shoot clear 4K images without rolling shutter distortion or flash band phenomenon, for perfect HD recording performance. The PMW-F5’s 4K image sensor allows you to record high quality HD pictures. You can record in SR SStP/MPEG2 HD video format, in addition to the new 4K-compatible format, XAVC, by using an SxS memory card. 4K RAW data can be recorded by using the portable recorder, AXS-R5, which adopts the newly developed access memory card (AXSM). The camcorder adopts the same native FZ mount used by the PMW-F3. You can use a variety of cine lenses (PL mount) so that the PL/FZ conversion adaptor comes standard. By using the optional LA-FZB1/LA-FZB2 mount adapter, the B4 lens that is widely used for broadcasting can be attached. You can use your lens libraries with this camcorder.

Compatible with multi format

The camcorder is compatible with the new format, XAVC (official name: MPEG4 AVC/ H.264 Hi422 Profiles/Level 5.2), and can record 4K: 4096 × 2160, 2K: 2048 × 1080, HD: 1920 ×

1080. The camcorder is also compatible with frame rates from 23.98P to 59.94P. For high-speed shooting, you can record 1 fps to 60 fps for XAVC HD recording in the S & Q mode. The recommended media for XAVC recording is the newly developed SxS PRO+ memory card. The camcorder is also compatible with SStP SRSQ 444, SR-SQ 422, and SR-Lite 422 that are adopted for HDCAM-SR, or MPEG2 HD 422 that is adopted for XDCAM. Your workflow can be used.

High frame rate (HFR) recording with up to 240 FPS

Using the camcorder with the AXS-R5 allows you to perform 2K RAW recording with up to 240 FPS. While the 2K data is recorded by using full angle of view of the CMOS image sensor equivalent to the super 35 mm size, you can use your usual lens that has same focal length for the high frame rate recording. You can perform the high frame rate recording with up to 120 FPS without the AXS-R5 for the SxS memory card with XAVC HD format.

Modular structure

The camcorder is a modular design that allows you to configure the camcorder according to shooting circumstances, whether for cinema production, drama, commercials, 3D shooting, documentary filming, int erviews, etc. The handle, viewfinder, audio connector panel, and portable recorder can be removed according to shooting requirements. The body and handle of the camcorder have multiple 1/4” and 3/8” mount points, you can attach the standard accessories easily.

High camera technology

4K Super 35mm equivalent CMOS image sensor

The camcorder has a 4K Super 35mm equivalent Single-chip CMOS image sensor of 11,600,000 pixels, with effective pixels count of 8,900,000, for 4K/HD recording. The CMOS image sensor of the PMW-F55 includes a frame image scan function that allows you to shoot clear images without rolling shutter distortion or flash band phenomenon that occurs with a traditional film camera. The camcorder adopts a color filter that emphasizes color reproduction compatible with wide color area (exceeding that of color film), allowing for near human vision image representation capability.

Features

Wide latitude, low noise

The camcorder has a 14-stop latitude that can reproduce images captured by the CMOS sensor with smooth gradation of black to white. Exmor Super35 CMOS technology provides low noise levels, even with 4K resolution and 14-stop latitude maintained.

Video signal processing

4K/HD simultaneous recording and high-speed recording with unlimited recording time is possible with single LSI chip processing of both camera signals and baseband video signals. Single-chip design provides stable, high-speed 4K 59.94P baseband vide o processing, low power consumption, and compact design.

User gamma and hyper gamma

The user gamma can install and use the gamma curve that is made by CvpFileEditorTM V4.2. The hyper gamma can display the wide dynamic range images in smooth contrast without using the knee function. The PMW-F55/F5 provides the following six hyper gamma choices:

Available hyper gamma choices

No.

Name*

Dynamic

range

White

limit

Video output with

18% gray card

(video input 20%)

1 HG3250G36 325% 100% 36% 2 HG4600G30 460% 100% 30% 3 HG3259G40 325% 109% 40% 4 HG4609G33 460% 109% 33% 7 HG8009G40 800% 109% 40% 8 HG8009G33 800% 109% 33%

* Name format: “HG” + 3 digits of dynamic range value

+ the unit digit of white limit + “G” + video output value with 18% gray card

You can select d ynamic range from among 325%, 460%, and 800%. You can select 109% or 100% for the maximum value of video output (White Limit). You can select the video output value with 18% gray card from two values.

Intuitive user interface

This camcorder has the color LCD panel on the inside panel, and direct access menu that assigns the commonly-used settings to 6 buttons. Displaying the setting information large, makes visibility better. By switching four screens (CAMERA, FILE, AU/TC, VIEW), you can perform setting speedy. A LOCK switch allows you to prevent changing settings by accident. By using the supplied IFU-WLM3 USB wireless LAN module, you can operate the camcorder from a Wi-Fi compatible device such as a tablet, with the wireless transmission.

Assignable buttons

The inside panel has three assignable buttons, while the outside panel has one assignable button. You can operate the camcorder easily by assigning commonly-used functions to these buttons.

Various input/output connectors

Four types of SDI output

The camcorder has four types of SDI output that allows you to output 4K 59.94P signal as four 3GSDI. The SDI-1/2 and SDI-3/4 outputs are assignable as SDI-1/2 OUT to Main, and SDI-3/4 OUT to Sub. The camcorder also includes connections for Genlock IN, Timecode IN/OUT, HDMI OUT, Remote.

Built-in ND filter

A rotary ND filter is built into the camcorder, and supports three types of filter: Clear, 0.9 (1/8), and

1.8 (1/64). This allows light adjustment without the need for external matte box. When using a B4 lens by attaching an optional LA-FZB2 mount adapter to the camcorder, you can use the power optical filter (neutral density filter and color temperature conversion filter) of the LA-FZB2 by setting the built-in ND filter of the camcorder to “Clear.”

Overview

Features

Overview

System Configuration

This section shows examples of the camera system configuration.

Lenses PMW-F3K supplied lenses (35 mm/50 mm/85mm) SCL-PK6/F, PK6/M (set of 6 lenses, 20 mm/25 mm/35 mm/50 mm/85 mm/135 mm) SCL-PK3/F, PK3/M (set of 3 lenses, 20 mm/25 mm/135 mm) SCL-P11X15 SCL-Z18X140

Viewfinder DVF-L350

Microphone ECM-680S (EC-0.5X5F3M), ECM-678, ECM-674

Lens mount adapter

PMW-F55, PMW-F5

Remote control unit RM-B170, RM-B750

Mount adapter LA-FZB1, LA-FZB2

Viewfinder DVF-L700

Viewfinder DVF-EL100

SxS memory card SBP-128B, SBP-64A/B, SBP-32, SBS-64G1A, SBS-32G1A

Battery adaptor

Portable memory recorder AXS-R5

AXS memory card AXS-512S24

USB card reader SBAC-US20

Battery pack BP-FL75, BP-L80S

AC adaptor AC-DN2B, AC-DN10

AXS memory card reader AXS-CR1

Shoulder adaptor VCT-FSA5

USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (supplied)

System Configuration

Monitor: BVM series, PVM series, LMD series

Location and Function of Parts

For functions and usage, see the pages in parentheses.

The following illustrations are with the battery adaptor (page 14) removed. For removing the battery adaptor, see “Removing a battery pack” (page 20).

Overview

2 3 4

6 7

1. Handle

2. LOCK switch

Disables operations on the side operating panel.

3. Viewfinder shoe

4. Tape measure hook/Image sensor position

index

The mark and tape measure hook are on a

plane with the image sensor. To measure the precise distance between the camcorder and the subject, use this mark or tape measure hook as a reference. You can attach the end of a tape measure to the hook, and measure the distance from the subject.

5. Flange focal length adjustment screw

(page 23)

6. Lens mount (page 22)

7. REC (recording start/stop) button/lamp

(page 35)

8. SEL/SET (select/set) dial (MENU dial)

(pages 44, 48)

Selects the item in the menu or changes the setting value.

12 13 14

Sub display/Control buttons block (page 12)

SxS memory card slot block (page 12)

Right side connector panel (page 12)

15 16 17 18

9. ND FILTER select switch

ND filters are available for keeping the aperture in a proper range. Select the ND filter by turning the ND FILTER select switch while pulling it. Clear: ND filter not used

/8ND

0.9:

/64ND

1.8:

10. CANCEL/BACK button (pages 44, 48)

11. Accessory mounting screw holes

Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (× 4) Type of screw: 3/8-16UNC (× 5) Length of engagement: 9 mm

/8 inch) or less

(

Note

Do not apply excessive force to the mounted accessory. It may damage the screw thread.

12. ASSIGN (assignable) 1/2/3 buttons (page

38)

13. Built-in speaker (page 35)

Location and Function of Parts

14. Power switch

Overview

Set to the ON position (=) to turn the power on. Set to the OFF position (1) to turn the power off.

Notes

• This camcorder uses a small amount of 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 first set the power switch to the OFF position. Removing the battery pack or the DC IN power while the camcorder is ON may cause damage to the camcorder or the memory card.

15. BRIGHTNESS button

Adjusts brightness of the sub display in 4 steps.

16. STATUS (status display on/off) button

Displays status screens on the LCD monitor/ viewfinder/external video monitor. Turn the MENU dial (page 9) to switch the screens in sequence.

Camera status screen

Displays the electronic shutter settings or the status of the lens.

Gain Amount of gain up (dB) or

Shutter Electronic shutter settings Gamma Gamma category and curve Zebra1 On/off and setting level of

Zebra2 On/off and setting level of

White White balance mode and

Iris T value of iris Focal Length Focal length (mm) Focus Distance Focus distance (m/feet) Depth Of Field Depth of field (m/feet) Optical Filter Type of optical filter

Audio status screen

Displays the input settings for each channel and audio level meter setting.

Level Level meter Source Input source Reference Reference level setting

System status screen

Displays the video signal settings.

System Frequency

Picture Size Picture size that is recorded on

sensitivity (ISO)

Zebra1

Zebra2

setting

System frequency

an SxS memory card

Rec Format Recording format that is

Gamma Gamma category that is

Rec Function Special recording that is set to

MPEG2 Proxy On/off setting of MPEG2

recorded on the SxS memory card

on, and its setting

proxy (PMW-F55 only)

Video output status screen

Displays the video output settings of SDI 1 to SDI 4, HDMI, and test video output.

Picture size Output picture size C.Space Output form Freq Output rate Gamma Gamma

Assignable button status screen

Displays the function that is assigned to each ASSIGN button.

1 to 4 Functions that are assigned to

the Assign 1 to 4 buttons

Battery status screen

Displays information of the battery or DC IN power.

Detected Battery Battery type Remaining Remaining charge level (%) Charge Count Number of times that the

Capacity Remaining capacity (Ah) Voltage Voltage (V) Manufacture

Date

Power Source Power source Supplied Voltage Supplied voltage

battery is charged

Manufacture date of the battery

Media status screen

Displays the remaining space, available recording time, and estimated service life of the recording media (SxS memory card A/SxS memory card B/SD card/AXS memory).

Protect information

Remaining

Remaining space and available recording time

Life

Estimated service life

17. OPTION button (page 41)

18. MENU (menu display on/off) button (page

48)

Location and Function of Parts

Air outlet

Overview

7 8

Air inlet

3 4

Audio connector panel (page 12)

1. Accessory mounting screw holes

Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (× 4) Length of engagement: 9 mm

/8 inch) or less

(

Notes

• Do not apply excessive force to the mounted accessory. It may damage the screw thread.

• When attaching an accessory, do not cover the air inlet or air outlet.

2. HDMI OUT connector (page 73)

3. DC IN connector (page 21)

4. SDI OUT 1 to 4 (serial digital output)

connectors (BNC type) (page 73)

5. Mounting terminal for an expansion unit

(pages 20, 29)

6. REMOTE (remote control) connector (8-

pin)

Connect an external device such as a remote control unit.

7. USB wireless LAN module retracting part

(page 31)

Connecting the supplied IFU-WLM3 USB wireless LAN module allows communication with wireless LAN devices.

Left side connector panel (page 13)

8. Tape measure hook/Image sensor position

index

The mark and tape measure hook are on a

9. VF (viewfinder output) connector (page

23)

10. ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 38)

Location and Function of Parts

Sub display/Control buttons block (page

Overview

44)

Right side connector panel

The USB connector and SD card slot are located behind the cover.

Open the cover.

4 531

1. Headphones connector (stereo mini jack)

(page 35)

1. Sub display

2. Function buttons

• CAMERA button

• FILE button

• AU/TC (audio/time code) button

• VIEW button

3. Item button

SxS memory card slot block (page 25)

The SxS memory card slots are located behind the cover.

2. USB connector (A)

3. USB connector (Mini B)

4. ACCESS (SD card access) lamp (page 28)

5. SD card slot (page 28)

Audio connector panel

Attach the supplied audio connector panel as follows.

Open the cover.

1. SLOT SELECT (SxS memory card select)

button

2. ACCESS (SxS memory card access) lamps

3. SxS memory card slots

4. EJECT (SxS memory card eject) buttons

Notes

• Attach/remove the audio connector panel while the camcorder is turned off.

• When attaching the audio connector panel, make sure not to catch the cap.

• When removing the audio connector panel, pull it away slowly from the body of the camcorder, as shown in the diagram above.

• Applying excessive force to remove the audio connector panel may damage it.

Open the cover.

Location and Function of Parts

1. AUDIO IN CH1/AUDIO IN CH2

(external audio input selection) switches

Switch input signal (external microphone, external audio device, etc.). supported by future upgrade

(AES/EBU is .)

2. AUDIO IN (CH-1, CH-1/2) /AUDIO IN

(CH-2, CH-3/4) connectors

Input external microphone or audio equipment signals.

3. CH1 MIC +48V/OFF, CH2 MIC +48V/

OFF (external microphone input selection) switches

Supply phantom power (48 V) to the external microphone when you set this switch to “MIC +48V.”

Left side connector panel

Bottom

Overview

1. Accessory mounting screw holes

Type of screw: 1/4-20UNC (× 3) Type of screw: 3/8-16UNC (× 3) Length of engagement: 9 mm

/8 inch) or less

(

Note

Do not apply excessive force to the mounted accessory. It may damage the screw thread.

1. TC IN/OUT (timecode input/output

selection) switch (page 75)

2. TC (timecode input/output) connector

(BNC type) (page 75)

3. GENLOCK IN connector (BNC type)

(page 75)

4. TEST OUT (analog video output)

connector (BNC type) (page 73)

5. SHUTTER connector (BNC type)

To be supported by future upgrade

Location and Function of Parts

Battery adaptor

Overview

For attaching/removing the battery adaptor, see “Using a Battery Pack” (page 20).

1. Release button/ejection lever

2. Battery release lever

3. Expansion IF connector

4. DC OUT 1/2 connector

Note

When connecting a device, use one with current consumption of 1.8 A or less.

5. Battery pack attaching part

6. DC IN connector (page 21)

7. DC OUT overcurrent indicator

Lights when the overcurrent protection activates. In this case, disconnect any peripheral device from a DC OUT connector whose indicator is lit, then restart the PMW-F55/F5.

Location and Function of Parts

On-Screen Indications

Sub Display Screen

When turning on the camcorder, the sub display appears and you can check the status of the camcorder and set the basic items. The screen is switched by pressing the function button on the left of the sub display (page 12).

Item name/ Setting value/ Function display screen

Status screen

Overview

Item name/Setting value/Function display screen

CAMERA-1 (page 45)

1. S&Q FPS

Displays and sets Slow & Quick Motion/ Frame Rate.

2. Shutter

Displays and sets shutter speed/angle.

3. Color Temp

Displays and sets color temperature.

4. Sensitivity/Gain/Exposure Index

Displays and sets sensitivity/gain (ISO/dB/ EI).

5. Gamma/High Latitude

Displays and sets gamma category. (When “Shooting Mode” (page 68) is set to “Cine EI,” “High Latitude” is displayed.)

6. MLUT

Displays and sets monitor LUT.

CAMERA-2 (page 46)

1. Color Bars

Turns the color bars on/off.

2. Auto White

Performs the auto white balance function.

3. Auto Black

Performs the auto black balance function.

6. SDI (Sub) Disp.

Turns the function that outputs the character information to the SDI (Sub) output on/off.

FILE-1 (page 46)

1. to 6. All File Load 1 to 6

Loads the All file (1 to 6) from the SD card.

FILE-2 (page 46)

1. to 6. Scene Recall 1 to 5/Standard

Loads the Scene file (1 to 5, or Standard) from the internal memory.

On-Screen Indications

FILE-3 (page 46)

Overview

1. to 6. Lens Recall 1 to 6

Loads the Lens file (1 to 6) from the internal memory.

AU/TC-1 (page 46)

1. MIC CH1 Ref

Displays/sets the reference input level for MIC CH1.

2. CH1 Input

Sets Auto/Manual for the recording level of CH1, and displays/sets the level for Manual setting.

3. CH1 Select

Displays the input source for CH1.

4. MIC CH2 Ref

Displays/sets the reference input level for MIC CH2.

5. CH2 Input

Sets Auto/Manual for the recording level of CH2, and displays/sets the level for Manual setting.

6. CH2 Select

Displays the input source for CH2.

AU/TC-2 (page 46)

3. Monitor CH

Displays/sets the audio channel that is output to the headphones and speaker.

5. Monitor Level

Displays/sets the monitor volume that is output to the headphones and speaker.

AU/TC-3 (page 47)

1. Display

Displays/sets the time data.

2. Reset

Resets the timecode and counter.

3. Set

Sets the timecode.

4. Mode

Sets the timecode mode.

5. Run

Sets the condition for the timecode.

6. TC Source

Displays the external lock status for the timecode.

VIEW-1

1. F Rev m

Fast reverse

2. Play/Pause BX

Play/pause

3. F Fwd M

Fast forward

4. Prev .

Previous clip jump

5. Stop x

Stop

6. Next >

Clip directional jump

VIEW-2

1. Thumbnail

Displays or cancels the display of the thumbnail screen.

2. Up M

Moves the cursor up.

3. Set

Confirms the selected item.

4. Left <

Moves the cursor to the left.

5. Down m

Moves the cursor down.

6. Right ,

Moves the cursor to the right.

On-Screen Indications

Status screen

Overview

1. 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

zHFR Rec Slow & Quick Motion and Hi

Frame Rate mode recording in progress

HFR Stby Standby for Slow & Quick

Motion and Hi Frame Rate mode recording

2. Battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

indication (page 21)

3. Recording format (picture size) indication

(page 36)

Displays the picture size that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

4. System frequency and scan method

indication (page 36)

5. Time data indication (page 37)

6. Clip name indication (page 66)

While recording: Displays “Clip: clip name” when “Mode” in “Clip Naming” of the Media menu is set to “Standard,” or “Reel: Camera ID + Reel Number” and “Shot: Camera Position + Shot Number” when “Mode” in “Clip Naming” of the Media menu is set to “Cam ID + Reel#.” While playing/displaying the thumbnail screen: Displays “Clip: clip name.”

7. AXS memory status/remaining space

indication (page 30)

8. A/B slot media status/remaining space

indication (page 26)

9. Recording format (codec) indication (page

36)

Displays the format that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

10. Audio level meter (4CH)

On-Screen Indications

Viewfinder Screen

Overview

While recording, standing by to record, or playback, the statuses and settings of this unit are superimposed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen. The statuses and settings of this unit can be turned on/off using the setup menu or by the assignable button. The statuses and settings of this unit can be independently turned on/off (page 63).

To turn on/off on the setup menu

Turn on/off the statuses and settings of this unit on “Setting” in “Display On/Off” (page 63) of the VF menu.

To turn on/off by the assignable button

Assign “Display” to one of the assignable buttons (page 38). You can turn on/off the statuses and settings of this unit by pressing the assignable button.

Tip

When using the 1.3× or 2× anamorphic lens, set “Aspect” in “VF Setting” (page 61) of the VF menu to “Anamo ×1.3” or “Anamo ×2” to display the normal image without distortion on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen.

Information displayed on the screen while recording

1. Shutter mode/shutter speed indication

(page 52)

2. ND filter indication (page 9)

3. Gain indication (page 50)

Displayed as the EI value when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 68) of the System menu is set to “Cine EI.”

4. Special recording/operation status

indication

zRec Recording in progress

Stby Standby for recording

zS&Q Rec Slow & Quick Motion

S&Q Stby Standby for Slow & Quick

On-Screen Indications

recording in progress

Motion recording

zHFR Rec Slow & Quick Motion and Hi

HFR Stby Standby for Slow & Quick

Frame Rate mode recording in progress

Motion and Hi Frame Rate mode recording

5. Color temperature indications (page 49)

S&Q motion frame rate indication

(page 53)

7. Battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

indication (page 21)

8. Focus position indication

Displays focus position (only when a lens that is compatible with the focus setting display function is attached).

9. Zoom position indication

Displays zoom position in the range of 0 (wide position) to 99 (tele position) (only when a lens that is compatible with the zoom setting display function is attached).

10. Iris position indication

Displays iris position (only when a lens that is compatible with the iris setting display function is attached).

11. White balance mode indication (page 49)

W:P Preset mode W:M Memory mode

12. Control status of SDI output indication

(page 60)

13. SD card indication

14. Time data indication (page 37)

15. Focus assist indication (page 64)

Displays the area that detects the focus status (“Focus Area Marker”) and level bar that indicates focus status in the area (“Focus Assist Indicator”).

16. Clip name indication (page 36)

17. Audio level meter

18. AXS memory status/remaining space

indication (page 30)

When the left side of the icon is orange, recording is possible. When the green lamp on the upper right of the icon lights, playback is possible.

19. A/B slot media status/remaining space

indication (page 26)

When the left side of the icon is orange, recording is possible. When the green lamp on the upper right of the icon lights, playback is possible.

20. Video signal indication (page 64)

Displays the waveform, vector scope, and histogram.

21. Wi-Fi connection status indication (page

31)

Appears when “Wi-Fi” (page 71) is set to “Enable.”

22. Timecode external lock indication

When the unit is locked to the timecode of an external device, “Ext-Lk” appears.

23. Gamma/Monitor LUT indication (pages

55, 61)

Displays the gamma setting value. When “Shooting Mode” (page 68) is set to “Cine EI,”

the Monitor LUT setting appears instead of the gamma setting.

24. Simultaneous recording status indication

(page 38)

M-Proxy: Displayed when the function of simultaneous recording on one memory card is effective.

25. Recording format (codec) indication (page

36)

Displays the format that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

26. System frequency and scan method

indication (page 36)

27. Recording format (picture size) indication

(page 36)

Displays the picture size that is recorded on an SxS memory card.

Information displayed on the playback screen

The following information is superimposed on the playback picture.

1. Clip no./total number of clips

2. Playback mode

3. Playback format (picture size)

4. Battery charge remaining/DC IN voltage

5. Playback format (frame rate)

6. Time data

You can switch between timecode and duration by using “TC Display” (page 65) in the TC/UB menu.

7. Audio levels

The audio levels for the recording are displayed.

8. Clip name

9. Media

A mark appears to the left if the memory card is write-protected.

10. Playback format (codec)

Overview

On-Screen Indications

Preparations

Power Supply

You can use a battery pack or AC power via an AC adaptor.

Preparations

For safety, use only the Sony battery packs and AC adaptors listed below:

Lithium-ion Battery Pack

BP-FL75 BP-L80S

AC Adaptor

AC-DN2B AC-DN10

Using a Battery Pack

Attaching a battery pack

1 Attach the battery adaptor (supplied) to

the camcorder.

Press the release button (1) of the battery adaptor to pop up the ejection lever, then raise the ejection lever (2).

Battery release lever

Battery pack attaching part

Insert the projection of the battery adaptor into the slot on the rear of the camcorder (1), then lower the ejection lever (2).

Notes

• Before attaching the battery adaptor, make sure that the ejection lever is raised.

• Before lowering the ejection lever, make sure that the four hooks are attached securely. If the four hooks are not attached securely, it may cause the connection to be poor or damage the camcorder and battery adaptor.

2 Attach a battery pack to the battery

adaptor.

Insert the battery pack into the battery pack attaching part of the battery adaptor, then slide the battery pack down to lock it in place.

Notes

• Before use, charge the battery pack with the battery charger.

• A warm battery pack immediately after use may not be able to be fully recharged.

Power Supply

Removing a battery pack

Unlock the battery pack by sliding it up while pressing the battery release lever, then remove it. Press the release button and raise the ejection lever, then remove the battery adaptor by pulling it out while sliding upward.

Note

Remove the battery adaptor while supporting the camcorder by hand.

Checking remaining battery charge

When recording or playback is in progress on the battery pack, an icon to show the current battery remaining time and battery voltage are displayed on the sub display screen (page 15) and LCD monitor/viewfinder screen (page 18).

Icon Remaining charge

100% to 91%

90% to 71%

70% to 51%

50% to 31%

30% to 11%

10% to 0%

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.

If the remaining battery charge becomes low

If the remaining battery charge decreases to a certain level during operation, a low-battery message, flashing of the REC lamp, and a beep sound will warn you. If the remaining charge further decreases to a level at which operation cannot be continued, a battery-empty message appears. Replace the battery pack with one that is fully charged.

To change the message levels

These settings can be changed with “Battery Alarm” (page 70) in the System menu.

Setting the Clock

When you turn the camcorder on for the first time after purchasing or replacing the backup battery, the Initial Setting display appears on the viewfinder screen. Set the date and time of the built-in clock, using this display.

Time Zone

The value shows the time difference from UTC (Coordinated Universal Time). Change the setting if needed.

Setting the time and date

Turn the MENU dial (page 9) to move the cursor, then press the MENU dial to set each menu item. When you press the MENU dial when the cursor is on “Finish,” the setting display disappears, the clock setting is completed.

After the setting display disappears, “Clock Set” (page 71) in the System menu can be used to set “Time Zone” and date/time.

Notes

• If the clock setting is cleared because the backup battery fully discharged when no power was supplied (no battery pack and no DC IN connection), the Initial Setting display will be displayed when you next turn the camcorder on.

• 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

Using AC Power (DC IN Power)

The camcorder works with AC power by using the AC adaptor AC-DN2B/AC-DN10 (optional) and DC cable CCDD-X2 (optional).

Setting the Clock

Attaching Optional Devices

Attaching a Lens

Preparations

Attaching a PL mount lens

1 Remove the mount cover from the lens

mount by turning the PL mount lever counterclockwise.

Recommended lenses

PMW-F3K supplied lenses (35 mm/50 mm/85 mm) SCL-PK6/F, SCL-PK6/M (set of 6 lenses, 20 mm/25 mm/35 mm/50 mm/85 mm/135 mm) SCL-PK3/F, SCL-PK3/M (set of 3 lenses, 20 mm/25 mm/135 mm) SCL-P11X15 SCL-Z18X140

For details about available lenses for the camcorder, contact a Sony service representative.

Caution

Do not leave the lens facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the lens, be focused in the camcorder, and cause fire.

Notes

• Attach/remove a lens while the camcorder is turned off.

• A lens is a precision part. Do not place the lens directly with the mount part down. Attach the cover supplied with the lens.

• The lens interface of the camcorder is set to “Type C,” to correspond with the lens that is supplied with the PMW-F3K, SCL-P11X15, and lenses with a Cooketype connector. When using a lens with an ARRI-type connector, set “Lens interface” (page 54) in the Camera menu to “Type A.” Set to “Off” for SCL-PK6, SCL-PK3, or other lenses. If this setting is not correct, an alert message appears when the camcorder is turned on after attaching the lens.

PL mount lever

Note

Turn the PL mount lever counterclockwise to the stopper position.

2 Insert the lens into the lens mount by

matching the concave part of the lens to the locating pin o n the upper right of the lens mount.

3 Fix the lens by turning the PL mount

lever clockwise while holding the lens.

Attaching Optional Devices

Note

Do not turn the lens when attaching the PL mount lens. It may cause damage to the hot shoe pin.

To attach an ARRI* LDS lens or Cooke/i lens Match the contact of the lens to the hot shoe of the camcorder.

Hot shoe for the Cooke/i lens

Removing a lens

Remove a lens with the following steps.

1 Turn the PL mount lever

counterclockwise while holding the lens from underneath.

Preparations

2 Pull the lens forward.

Note

If another lens will not be attached soon, attach the mount cover and fix the PL mount lever by turning it clockwise.

Hot shoe for the ARRI LDS lens

* ARRI Group

Attaching other than a PL mount lens

When using an FZ mount lens or B4 lens by attaching an optional LA-FZB1/FZB2 mount adapter, attach it after removing the mount adapter by turning the lens mount counterclockwise.

Adjusting a flange focal length

You need to adjust the flange focal length (distance from the mounting flange to the film plane) for the following cases.

• When a lens is attached for the first time.

• When a lens is changed.

• When focus is not achieved for either tele or wide angle while using a zoom lens.

You can adjust the flange focal length by turning the screw for the flange focal length (page 9). Use a hex key (7/64) for adjusting. When turning the screw to the left, the flange focal length becomes long. When turning the screw to the right, the flange focal length becomes short. Turn the screw slowly.

Notes

• The camcorder will not work if the screw for the flange focal length is turned too much. Stop tur ning the screw when the amount of the flange focal length no longer changes. Approximate limit for turning the screw is 7 rotations to the right/left.

• Use a hex key of the specified size. Otherwise, the screw head may be damaged and you may be unable to turn the screw.

Selecting the lens file

By storing the adjustment value of the attached lens as a file, you can easily perform adjustment for the lens by loading the file. Load the file in “Lens File” (page 67) of the File menu.

Attaching a Viewfinder

Available viewfinders for the camcorder

• DVF-L350: LCD color viewfinder

• DVF-L700: LCD color viewfinder

• DVF-EL100: OELD color viewfinder

Caution

Do not leave the camcorder with the eyepiece of the viewfinder facing the sun. Direct sunlight can enter through the eyepiece, be focused in the viewfinder, and cause fire.

Notes

• Attach/remove the viewfinder while the camcorder is turned off.

• When using the camcorder with the DVF-L700 attached, turn the camcorder on while the POWER switch of the DVF-L700 is set to ON.

For details about attaching the viewfinder, refer to the operating instructions of the viewfinder.

Attaching Optional Devices

1 Loosen the fixing ring of the viewfinder

shoe, align the slot of the viewfinder, then attach the viewfinder by sliding it horizontally.

Viewfinder shoe

Preparations

2 Tighten the fixing ring after

determining the left and right position of the viewfinder, then connect the viewfinder cable to the VF connector of the camcorder.

To remove the viewfinder

Loosen the fixing ring for the viewfinder, raise the stopper, then remove the viewfinder by sliding it in the reverse direction for when attaching.

Setting the Basic Action

Before recording, make the basic settings, as required.

Shooting Mode

You can switch between the “Cine EI” mode (allows you to use the camcorder as a film camera, where the movie is edited postproduction, rather than at the time of shooting), and the “Custom” mode (allows you to edit pictures as you make the movie, by accessing all the setting items). Switch the mode by using “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 68) of the System menu.

Note

The shooting mode can be selected if the AXS-R5 is attached. If the AXS-R5 is not attached, “Shooting Mode” is locked to “Custom.”

Main Recorded Signal

Set the predominant signal format to be used. Set the format by using “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” (page 68) of the System menu. The RAW signal is recorded on the AXR-R5 attached to the camcorder, and the YPbPr or RGB signal is recorded on the SxS memory card in the camcorder. Since the RGB signal is output from the SDI 1 connector of the camcorder, record it on an external device such as SR-R1.

Note

The RAW signal can be selected only when attaching the AXS-R5. If the AXS-R5 is not attached, “Main Operation” is locked to “YPbPr” or “RGB.”

Setting the Basic Action

Color Space

Select the color reproducibility. Select it by u sing “Color Space” in “Ba se Setting” (page 68) of the System menu. S-Gamut: Allows you to record in a wider gamut

that is comparable with a film camera. You can expand the color expression in the postproduction process.

Note

“White Switch” (page 49) of the Camera menu can be selected from among Preset 3200K/Preset 4300K/Preset 5500K. “Gamma” (page 55) of the Paint menu is locked to “S-Log2.”

Normal: Reproduces color as would be

reproduced using a traditional camera, by the Matrix setting.

Using SxS Memory Cards

This camcorder records audio and video on SxS memory cards (optional) inserted in the card slots.

About SxS Memory Cards

Use the following Sony SxS memory cards. Available memory cards differ depending on the recording format.

SxS PRO+

SBP-128B, SBP-64B: Available for all recording formats.

SxS PRO

SBP-64A, SBP-32: SStP SR-Lite 422, XAVC 1920 × 1080P, MPEG 1920 × 1080P/i

SxS-1

SBS-64G1A, SBS-32G1A: MPEG 1920 × 1080P/i

Operations are not guaranteed with other memory cards.

These memory cards comply with the ExpressCard standard.

For details on using SxS memory cards and usagerelated precautions, refer to the instruction manual for the SxS memory card.

Preparations

SxS, SxS PRO, and SxS-1 are tra demarks of Sony Corporation. The ExpressCard word mark and logo are owned by Personal Computer Memory Card International Association (PCMCIA) and are licensed to Sony Corporation. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Inserting an SxS Memory Card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block

(page 12).

Using SxS Memory Cards

2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot

with the SxS label facing to the right.

The ACCESS lamp (page 12) lights in red then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use.

3 Close the cover.

Preparations

Status indications by the ACCESS lamps

Card slots A and B are accompanied by the respective ACCESS lamps to indicate their status.

Lamp Slot statuses

Lights in red Lights in green Off • No SxS memory card is loaded.

Accessing the SxS memory card (writing/reading data) Standby (ready for recording or playback using the SxS memory card)

• The loaded card is invalid.

• An SxS memory card is loaded, but another slot is active.

Removing an SxS memory card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block,

press the EJECT button (page 12), then pull the button out.

2 Press the EJECT button again to

remove the card.

Note

Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned off or a memory card is removed while it is being accessed. Data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure that its ACCESS lamp is lit in green or off when you turn off the power or remove a memory card.

Switching Between SxS Memory Cards

When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button (page 12) to select the card you wish to use. If a card becomes full, recording continues after automatically switching to the second card.

Note

The SLOT SELECT button is disabled while recording/ playback is in progress. Switching is not executed even if you press the button. The button is enabled while the thumbnail screen is displayed (page 40).

Formatting an SxS Memory Card

If an SxS memory card is not formatted, or was formatted with another system, the message “Media Needs to be Formatted” is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen. Format the card as instructed follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 66) in the Media menu, specify “Media(A)” (slot A) or “Media(B)” (slot B) then select “Execute.” On a confirmation message, select “Execute” again.

The in-progress message and status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When formatting is complete, a completion message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to hide the message.

Recording/playback during formatting

You can perform recording or playback using the SxS memory card in the other card slot while formatting is in progress.

If formatting fails

A write-protected SxS memory card or memory card that cannot be used with this camcorder will not be formatted. As a warning message is displayed, replace the card with an appropriate SxS memory card, according to the instructions in the message.

Note

All the data, including recorded pictures and setup files, are erased when a memory card is formatted.

Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording

While recording (or standing by to record), you can check the remaining space for the SxS memory cards loaded in the card slots on the A/B slot media status/remaining space indication of the sub display (page 15) or LCD monitor/view finder screen (page 18). The available time for recording with the current video format (recording bit rate) is calculated according to the remaining space of each card and displayed in time units of minutes.

Note

A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected.

Using SxS Memory Cards

Replacing an SxS memory card

• If the available time on two cards in total becomes less than 5 minutes, the message “Media Near Full,” flashing the REC lamp, and a beep sound, will warn you. Replace the cards with those that have sufficient space.

• If you continue recording until the total remaining time reaches zero, the message changes to “Media Full,” and recording stops.

Note

Up to approximately 600 clips can be recorded on one SxS memory card. If the number of recorded clips reaches the limit, the remaining time indication becomes “0,” and the message “Media Full” is displayed.

Restoring an SxS Memory Card

If a data error occurs in a memory card for some reason, the card must be restored. If an SxS memory card that needs to be restored is loaded, a message prompting you to execute the restore operation is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen. Restore the card as instructed follows.

Select “Execute” by turning the MENU dial, then press the MENU dial.

During restoration, the in-progress message and status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When restoration is completed, the completion message is displayed, then press the MENU dial to disappear the message.

If restoration fails

• A write-protected SxS memory card, or one on which an error occurred, cannot be restored. For such a card, a warning message is displayed. Release the write protection or replace the card, according to the instructions in the message.

• An SxS memory card on which an error occurred may become usable again through repeated formatting.

• In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes possible again.

• The following operation may restore an SxS memory card for which the message “Could not Restore Some Clips” is repeatedly displayed each time you try the restoration process:

1 Copy necessary clips to another SxS memory

card, using the dedicated application software (page 91).

2 Format the problem SxS memory card, using

the format function of this camcorder.

3 Copy the clips back to the SxS memory card.

Recording/playback during restoration

You can perform recording or playback using the SxS memory card in the other card slot while restoration is in progress.

Note

For restoration of media recorded with this unit, be sure to use this unit. Media recorded with a device other than this unit or with another unit of different version (even of the same model) may not be restored using this unit.

To update the managerial file

If clips cannot be played back, updating the managerial file on the card may improve the situation. For this operation, use “Update Media” (page 66) of the Media menu.

Preparations

Using SxS Memory Cards

Using an SD Card

• Make sure that the card does not pop out when inserting or removing it.

You can store the setting value file of the camera on an SD card (optional). The stored file can be loaded from the SD card.

Preparations

Usable SD Cards

SDHC memory card* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, UHS is not compatible, Capacity: 2 GB to 32 GB) SD memory card* (File system: FAT 16, Capacity: up to 2 GB)

* Indicated as “SD card” in these Operating Instructions.

Inserting an SD Card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block

(page 12).

2 Insert the SD memory card into the slot

with the SD label facing up.

The ACCESS lamp (page 12) lights in red then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use.

3 Close the cover.

Status indications by the ACCESS lamp

Lamp Slot statuses

Lights in red Lights in green Off • No SD card is loaded.

Removing an SD memory card

Open the cover of the card slot block, remove the SD card by pressing the SD card once lightly.

Notes

• Data integrity is not guaranteed if the power is turned off or a memory card is removed while it is being accessed. Data on the card may be destroyed. Be sure that its ACCESS lamp is lit in green or off when you turn off the power or remove a memory card.

Accessing the SD card (writing/reading data) Standby

• The loaded card is invalid.

Formatting an SD Memory Card

When you use an SD memory card with this camcorder, it must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. It is also necessary to format an SD memory card if a caution message is displayed when you mount it. For an SD memory card that was formatted with another system unsupported by this camcorder, the message “File System Mismatch” is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen. Format the card as instructed follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 66) in the Media menu, specify “SD card” then select “Execute.” On a confirmation message, select “Execute” again.

The in-progress message and status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When formatting is complete, a completion message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to hide the message.

Note

All the data are erased when a memory card is formatted, and the data cannot be restored.

Checking the Remaining Time

The remaining time can be checked on the Media status screen (page 10).

Note

A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected.

To use media formatted with this camcorder in the slots of other devices

Make a backup of the media, then format it using the other device.

Using an SD Card

Using an AXS-R5

You can record image/audio (RAW format) data to the AXS (Access Memory Card System) recorder AXS-R5 (optional) by connecting the AXS recorder to the camcorder.

Attaching the AXS-R5

Note

Attach/remove the AXS-R5 while the camcorder is turned off.

1 Press the release button of the AXS-R5

(1) to pop up the ejection lever, then raise the ejection lever (2).

Removing the AXS-R5

Press the release button and raise the ejection lever, then remove the AXS-R5 by pulling it out while sliding upward.

Note

Remove the AXS-R5 while supporting the camcorder by hand.

Inserting an AXS Memory Card

1 Open the cover by sliding the memory

slot cover open/close button on the top of the AXS-R5.

Preparations

2 Insert the projection of the AXS-R5 into

the slot on the rear of the camcorder (1), then lower the ejection lever (2).

Notes

• Before attaching the AXS-R5, make sure that the ejection lever is raised.

2 Insert the AXS memory card into the

card slot with the label facing as indicated below.

Label

3 Close the cover.

Using an AXS-R5

Removing an AXS Memory Card

Open the cover of the AXS-R5, press the EJECT button and remove the AXS memory card.

Note

Preparations

Recording to an AXS Memory Card

Set “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 68) to “Cine EI,” and “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” (page 68) to “RAW” of the System menu. For settings of the AXS-R5, see “AXS Recorder” (page 71) of the System menu.

Formatting an AXS Memory Card

When you use an AXS memory card with the AXS-R5 that is attached to the camcorder, it must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. It is also necessary to format an AXS memory card if a caution message is displayed when the camcorder is turned on with the AXS recorder attached. For an AXS memory card that was formatted with another system unsupported by the AXS-R5, the message “Media Needs to be Formatted” is displayed on the LCD monitor/viewfinder screen. Format the AXS memory card as follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 66) in the Media menu, specify “AXS Memory” (slot B), then select “Execute.”

An in-progress message and status bar are displayed, and the ACCESS lamp lights in red. When formatting is complete, a completion message is displayed. Press the MENU dial to hide the message.

Note

When formatting, all data in an AXS memory card are erased and cannot be restored.

Checking the Remaining Time Available for Recording

While recording (or standing by to record), you can check the time remaining for the AXS memory cards on the AXS memory status/ remaining space indication of the sub display

(page 15) or LCD monitor/view finder screen (page 18).

The available time for recording with the current video format (recording bit rate) is calculated according to the remaining space of each card and displayed in time units of minutes.

Note

A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected.

Restoring the AXS Memory Card

If a data error occurs on the AXS memory card for some reason, the card must be restored. If an AXS memory card that needs to be restored is connected, a message prompting you to execute restoration is displayed on the LCD monitor/ viewfinder screen. Restore the card as instructed follows.

Select “Execute” by turning the MENU dial, then press the MENU dial.

If restoration fails

• A write-protected AXS memory card or one on which an error occurred cannot be restored. For such a card, a warning message is displayed. Release the write protection or replace the card, according to the instructions in the message.

• An AXS memory card on which an error occurred may become usable again through repeated formatting.

• In some cases, only parts of clips cannot be restored. Playback of the restored clips becomes possible again.

Note

For restoration of media recorded with this unit, be sure to use this unit. Media recorded with a device other than

Using an AXS-R5

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