Sony PMW-F55, PMW-F5 User Manual

4-459-611-18(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 ............................................................... 9

Location and Function of Parts ............................................. 11

On-Screen Indications ............................................................ 17

Sub Display Screen ...................................................... 17

Viewfinder Screen ........................................................ 20

Power Supply ........................................................................... 23

Using a Battery Pack .................................................... 23

Using AC Power (DC IN Power) ................................. 24

Setting the Clock ..................................................................... 24

Attaching Optional Devices .................................................... 25

Attaching a Lens .......................................................... 25

Attaching a Viewfinder ................................................ 26

Setting the Basic Action .......................................................... 27

System Frequency ........................................................ 27

Shooting Mode ............................................................. 27

Main Recorded Signal .................................................. 27

Color Space .................................................................. 28

Imager Scan Mode ....................................................... 28

Recording Format ......................................................... 28

Using SxS Memory Cards ...................................................... 29

About SxS Memory Cards ........................................... 29

Inserting an SxS Memory Card .................................... 30

Removing an SxS memory card ................................... 30

Switching Between SxS Memory Cards ...................... 30

Formatting an SxS Memory Card ................................ 30

Checking the Remaining Time Available for

Recording ............................................................... 31

Restoring an SxS Memory Card .................................. 31

Using an SD Card ................................................................... 32

Usable SD Cards .......................................................... 32

Inserting an SD Card .................................................... 32

Removing an SD memory card .................................... 32

Formatting an SD Memory Card .................................. 32

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Recording

Checking the Remaining Time ..................................... 32

Using an AXS-R5 .................................................................... 33

Attaching the AXS-R5 ................................................. 33

Removing the AXS-R5 ................................................ 33

Inserting an AXS Memory Card .................................. 33

Removing an AXS Memory Card ................................ 34

Recording to an AXS Memory Card ............................ 34

Formatting an AXS Memory Card ............................... 34

Checking the Remaining Time Available for

Recording ............................................................... 34

Restoring the AXS Memory Card ................................ 34

Using a USB Wireless LAN Module ...................................... 35

Attaching the IFU-WLM3 ............................................ 35

Making a Wi-Fi Connection ......................................... 36

Using the Wi-Fi Remote Commander .......................... 36

Basic Operation Procedure .................................................... 40

Changing Basic Settings ......................................................... 42

Electronic Shutter ......................................................... 42

Sensitivity/Gain/Color Temperature/

White Balance ........................................................ 42

Audio ............................................................................ 43

Time Data ..................................................................... 43

Useful Functions ...................................................................... 43

Assignable Buttons ....................................................... 43

Slow & Quick Motion .................................................. 44

Recording Time-lapse Video

(Interval Rec Function) .......................................... 44

Starting to Record from Pre-stored Video

(Picture Cache Function) ....................................... 45

Simultaneously Recording ........................................... 45

Rec Review .................................................................. 46

Focus Magnifier ........................................................... 46

False Color Display ...................................................... 46

Viewfinder Double Speed Drive Function ................... 46

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Thumbnail Screens

Settings

Thumbnail Screens ................................................................. 47

Configuration of the Screen ......................................... 47

Playing Clips ............................................................................ 48

Playing the Selected and Subsequent Clips in

Sequence ................................................................ 48

Clip Operations ....................................................................... 48

Operations of the Thumbnail Menu ............................. 48

Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip ............. 49

Copying MPEG2 Proxy Data (PMW-F55 only) .......... 49

Deleting Clips ............................................................... 50

Changing Information on the Thumbnail Screen ......... 50

Sub Display Operation ........................................................... 51

Sub Display Setting Items ...................................................... 52

CAMERA Screen ......................................................... 52

FILE Screen ................................................................. 53

AU/TC (audio/timecode) Screen .................................. 54

Setup Menu Operations .......................................................... 56

User Menu .................................................................... 57

Setup Menu List ...................................................................... 59

Camera Menu ............................................................... 59

Paint Menu ................................................................... 68

Audio Menu ................................................................. 73

Video Menu .................................................................. 77

VF Menu ...................................................................... 80

TC/UB Menu ................................................................ 83

Recording Menu ........................................................... 84

Media Menu ................................................................. 85

File Menu ..................................................................... 86

Maintenance Menu ....................................................... 89

System Menu ................................................................ 90

External Devices Connection

Table of Contents

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 96

Operating Clips With a Computer ........................................ 97

External Synchronization ....................................................... 98

Appendices

Important Notes on Operation .............................................. 99

Formats and Limitations of Outputs .................................. 101

Video Formats and Output Signals ............................ 101

Error/Warning Indications .................................................. 109

Error Indications .........................................................109

Warning Indications ................................................... 109

Caution and Operation Confirmation Indications ...... 110

Items Saved in the File .......................................................... 112

Licenses .................................................................................. 120

MPEG-2 Video Patent Portfolio License ................... 120

MPEG-4 Visual Patent Portfolio License .................. 120

MPEG-4 AVC Patent Portfolio License .................... 120

On accessing software to which the GPL/LGPL

applies .................................................................. 121

Open software licenses ............................................... 121

Specifications ......................................................................... 121

General ....................................................................... 121

Camera Section .......................................................... 123

Input/Output ............................................................... 124

Media .......................................................................... 124

Package Configuration ............................................... 124

Optional Accessories .................................................. 125

Index ....................................................................................... 128

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 memory 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, QFHD: 3840 × 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 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. If you install the CBK-55PD to the PMW-F55/F5, you can record in the Apple ProRes and Avid DNxHD® codec.

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. You can use 2K/HD to record up to 180 FPS to the SxS memory card on the camcorder without the AXS-R5. The camcorder has two scan modes for high frame rate. In the first mode, you can shoot with the full angle of the CMOS image sensor equivalent to the Super 35 mm size, and use the lens with the focal length set for normal shooting of high frame rate recording. In the second mode, you can shoot with the center area of the CMOS image sensor equivalent to the Super 35 mm size (cut to Super 16 mm size).

Modular structure

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

Other features

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

Features

(exceeding that of color film), allowing for near human vision image representation capability.

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.

A wide variety of recording functions

The camcorder has the Interval Rec function that allows you to record frames specified at regular intervals and the Cache Rec function that allows you to begin recording a specified number of seconds in advance of the time that can be used for variety of situations.

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.

Gamma curves corresponding to various situations

The camcorder has a variety of gamma curves corresponding to various situations. S-Log2 and S-Log3 are equipped to cover wide latitude of the camcorder. The camcorder also has 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 dynamic 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.

Monitor LUT on/off function for each output

By dividing the video output signal (including the internal recorded signal) into 3 types, you can set Monitor LUT to on/off for each type independently. The camcorder has 5 types of gamma curve and 4 types of Look Profile for Monitor LUT preset. You can also use any user LUT file that is created by RAW Viewer.

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.

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

Various input/output connectors

Overview

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.

EFP-Style build up kit

Attaching the accessory kit CBK-55BK to the camcorder improves stability and operability of the shoulder camcorder style. The CBK-55BK has various audio input/output connectors, direct switches that allow you to control the camcorder on hand while looking through the viewfinder when shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder, wireless audio receiver slot, and audio control panel. The front control section and shoulder pad can be slided 70 mm (2 direction. You can maintain balance easily while shooting with the camcorder on your shoulder when the PL lens or large portable B4 lens is attached.

/8 inches) in the front-to-rear

4K upgrade license for PMW-F5

By installing the CBKZ-55FX to the PMW-F5, 4K recording/playback for XAVC 4K/QFHD and 4K/QFHD output from SDI and HDMI are available.

Features

System Configuration

This section shows examples of the camera system configuration.

Overview

Viewfinder DVF-L350

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

Lens mount adapter

Mount adapter LA-FZB1, LA-FZB2

Viewfinder

DVF-L700

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

PMW-F55, PMW-F5

Viewfinder DVF-EL100

Optical 2K Filter CBK-55F2K

Remote control unit RM-B170, RM-B750, CBK-DCB01

USB wireless LAN module IFU-WLM3 (supplied)

Shoulder adaptor VCT-FSA5

Additional codec board CBK-55PD

4K upgrade license (for PMW-F5) CBKZ-55FX

System Configuration

Overview

PMW-F55, PMW-F5

SxS memory card SBP-128B, SBP-64A/B, SBP-32, SBS-64G1A, SBS-32G1A XQD memory card QD-S64E, QD-S32E, QD-N64, QD-G128A, QD-G64A, QD-G32A (QDA-EX1 XQD ExpressCard adapter is required.)

Battery adaptor

Portable memory recorder AXS-R5

AXS memory card AXS-512S24, AXS-A256S24, AXS-A512S24, AXS-A1TS24

USB card reader SBAC-US20

Battery pack BP-FL75, BP-L80S

AC adaptor AC-DN2B, AC-DN10

AXS memory card reader AXS-CR1

System Configuration

Camera system adaptor CA4000

EFP style buildup kit CBK-55BK

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 16) removed. For removing the battery adaptor, see “Removing a battery pack” (page 23).

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 26)

6. Lens mount (page 25)

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

(page 40)

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

(pages 51, 56)

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

12 13 14

Sub display/Control buttons block (page 14)

SxS memory card slot block (page 14)

Right side connector panel (page 14)

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 51, 56)

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

43)

13. Built-in speaker (page 40)

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 viewfinder or external video monitor. Turn the MENU dial (page 11) to switch the screens in sequence.

Tip

Items in [ ] are displayed when the CBK-55BK is attached.

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

White White balance mode and

Zebra1 On/off and setting level of

Zebra2 On/off and setting level of

[Gain/El Switch <L>] [Gain/El Switch <M>] [Gain/El Switch <H>]

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

sensitivity (ISO-EI)

(When “Shooting Mode” is set to “Cine EI,” Gamma for MLUT Off is displayed.)

setting

Zebra1

Zebra2 Setting level of the gain

switch L on the CBK-55BK Setting level of the gain switch M on the CBK-55BK Setting level of the gain switch H on the CBK-55BK

Audio status screen

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

Level Level meter Source Input source Reference Reference level setting Wind Filter Wind filter setting

System status screen

Displays the video signal settings.

System Frequency Rec Format Recording format that is

Picture Size Picture size that is recorded on

Rec Function Special recording that is set to

Gamma Gamma category that is

Imager Scan Imager reading mode Picture Cache

Rec

MPEG2 Proxy On/off setting of MPEG2

Option Attached option

System frequency

recorded on the SxS memory card

an SxS memory card

on, and its setting

recorded on the SxS memory card

On/off setting of Picture Cache Rec

proxy (PMW-F55 and PMWF5 + CBKZ-55FX)

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 ([5] to [8]), Lens RET

Menu Dial Assign

Functions that are assigned to the Assign 1 to 4 ([5] to [8]) buttons and RET button on a lens Functions that are assigned to the Menu dial

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)

battery is charged

Location and Function of Parts

Vo lt ag e Vol ta ge (V ) Manufacture

Date

Power Source Power source Supplied Voltage Supplied voltage

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).

Manufacture date of the battery

Air outlet

3 4

Protect information

Remaining

Life

Remaining space and available recording time Estimated service life

17. OPTION button (page 48)

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

56)

7 8

Air inlet

Audio connector panel (page 15)

Overview

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 96)

3. DC IN connector (page 24)

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

connectors (BNC type) (page 96)

5. Mounting terminal for an expansion unit

(pages 23, 33)

6. REMOTE (remote control) connector (8-

pin)

Left side connector panel (page 16)

Connect an external device such as a remote control unit.

7. USB wireless LAN module retracting part

(page 35)

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

8. Tape measure hook/Image sensor position

index

The mark and tape measure hook are on a

9. VF (viewfinder output) connector (page

26)

10. ASSIGN 4 (assignable 4) button (page 43)

Location and Function of Parts

Sub display/Control buttons block (page

Overview

51)

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 40)

1. Sub display

2. Function buttons

• CAMERA button

• FILE button

• AU/TC (audio/time code) button

• VIEW button

2. USB connector (A)

3. USB connector (Mini B)

4. ACCESS (SD card access) lamp (page 32)

5. SD card slot (page 32)

3. Item button

SxS memory card slot block (page 29)

The SxS memory card slots are located behind the cover.

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

Location and Function of Parts

Audio connector panel

Attach the supplied audio connector panel as follows.

1. AUDIO IN CH1/AUDIO IN CH2

(external audio input selection) switches

Switch input signal (external microphone, external audio device, etc.).

LINE: Line input audio equipment AES/EBU: AES/EBU format audio signal MIC: Microphone input

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.

Settings of the AUDIO IN CH1/AUDIO IN CH2 switch and recorded channels are as below.

AUDIO IN CH1/CH2 switch Recorded channel

CH-1 CH-2 CH-1 CH-2 CH-3 CH-4

LINE/MIC LINE/MIC LINE1/MIC1 LINE2/MIC2 No sound No sound

AES/EBU LINE/MIC AES/EBU1-1 AES/EBU1-2 No sound No sound

LINE/MIC AES/EBU LINE1/MIC1 No sound AES/EBU2-1 AES/EBU2-2

AES/EBU AES/EBU AES/EBU1-1 AES/EBU1-2 AES/EBU2-1 AES/EBU2-2

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.”

Overview

LINE1/MIC1: LINE or MIC signal that is input to CH-1 LINE2/MIC2: LINE or MIC signal that is input to CH-2 AES/EBU1-x: Channel x signal of the AES/EBU signal that is input to CH-1 AES/EBU2-x: Channel x signal of the AES/EBU signal that is input to CH-2

Location and Function of Parts

Left side connector panel

Overview

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 98)

2. TC (timecode input/output) connector

(BNC type) (page 98)

3. GENLOCK IN connector (BNC type)

(page 98)

4. TEST OUT (analog video output)

connector (BNC type) (page 96)

5. SHUTTER connector (BNC type)

Not used for this version

Bottom

Battery adaptor

For attaching/removing the battery adaptor, see “Using a Battery Pack” (page 23).

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 24)

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.

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

(

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 14).

Item name/ Setting value/ Function display screen

Status screen

Overview

Item name/Setting value/Function display screen

CAMERA-1 (page 52)

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 90) is set to “Cine EI,” “High Latitude” is displayed.)

6. MLUT

Displays and sets monitor LUT/Look Profile. The MLUT indication appears only when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.”

CAMERA-2 (page 53)

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.

4. Sub&HDMI

Turns the Monitor LUT of SDI (Sub) and HDMI output on/off.

5. Viewfinder

Turns the Monitor LUT of viewfinder output on/off.

On-Screen Indications

6. SDI (Sub) Disp.

Overview

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

FILE-1 (page 53)

1. to 6. All File Load 1 to 6

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

FILE-2 (page 53)

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

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

FILE-3 (page 54)

1. to 6. Lens Recall 1 to 6

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

AU/TC-1 (page 54)

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 55)

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 55)

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

zInt Rec Recording in progress in

Interval Rec mode

Int Stby Standby for Interval Rec

recording

zInt Stby Waiting for Interval Rec

picture capturing

zCache z lights in green: Standby for

Picture Cache Rec mode z lights in red: Recording in progress in Picture Cache Rec mode

2. Battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

indication (page 24)

3. Recording format (picture size) indication

(page 28)

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

4. System frequency and scan method

indication (page 27)

5. Time data indication (page 43)

6. Clip name indication (page 85)

While recording: Displays “Clip: clip name” when “Mode” in “Clip Naming” of the Media menu is set to “Title,” 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 34)

8. A/B slot media status/remaining space

indication (page 31)

9. Recording format (codec) indication (page

28)

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 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 82).

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 82) of the VF menu.

To turn on/off by the assignable button

Assign “Display” to one of the assignable buttons (page 43). 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 80) of the VF menu to “Anamo ×1.3” or “Anamo ×2” to display the normal image without distortion on the viewfinder screen.

Information displayed on the screen while recording

1. Shutter mode/shutter speed indication

(page 64)

2. ND filter indication (page 11)

3. Gain indication (page 61)

Displayed as the EI value when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 90) 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

Frame Rate mode recording in progress

HFR Stby Standby for Slow & Quick

Motion and Hi Frame Rate mode recording

zInt Rec Recording in progress in

Interval Rec mode

Int Stby Standby for Interval Rec

recording

zInt Stby Waiting for Interval Rec

picture capturing

zCache z lights in green: Standby for

Picture Cache Rec mode z lights in red: Recording in progress in Picture Cache Rec mode

5. Color temperature indications (page 59)

S&Q motion frame rate/Interval Rec indication (

Displays the interval time setting or time until the next recording, during Interval Rec.

pages 66, 84)

7. Battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

indication (page 24)

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. Auto iris level indication

Displayed when “Level” in “Auto Exposure” (page 65) of the Camera menu is set to a value other than “±0.”

12. White balance mode indication (page 59)

W:P Preset mode W:M Memory mode

13. Control status of SDI output indication

(page 77)

14. SD card indication

15. Time data indication (page 43)

16. Focus assist indication (page 82)

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

17. Clip name indication (page 41)

18. Audio level meter

19. AXS memory status/remaining space

indication (page 34)

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. A/B slot media status/remaining space

indication (page 31)

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.

21. Video signal indication (page 82)

Displays the waveform, vector scope, and histogram.

22. Wi-Fi connection status indication (page

35)

Appears when “Wi-Fi” (page 94) is set to “Enable.”

23. Wireless receiver reception level

When an UHF portable tuner is installed to the buildup kit CBK-55BK (optional) attached to the camcorder, “W” appears together with four segment reception level indicators for each of the channels (1 to 2) that can be used by the tuner. The indications are as follows. In the normal situati on: The number of segments indicates the strength of the signal level. Muting: The number of transflective segments indicates the strength of the signal level. Reception level over peak: “P” is displayed instead of the indicators.* Tuner battery is low: The channel number and indicator of the corresponding channel flash.*

* For DWR-S02D only

24. Timecode external lock indication

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

25. Gamma/Monitor LUT indication (pages

68, 78)

Displays the gamma setting value. When “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI,” gamma for a picture that is recorded on an SxS memory card or the Monitor LUT setting appears.

26. Simultaneous recording status indication

(page 45)

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

27. Recording format (codec) indication (page

28)

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

28. System frequency and scan method

indication (page 27)

Overview

On-Screen Indications

29. Recording format (picture size) indication

Overview

(page 28)

Displays the picture size that is recorded on an SxS memory card. Displays the imager scan mode (2KF: 2K Full, 2KC: 2K Center) on the left side of the picture size. Displays imager scan mode only when recording only RAW format.

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 83) 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)

On-Screen Indications

Preparations

Power Supply

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

Battery release lever

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.

Preparations

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.

Power Supply

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 17) and viewfinder screen (page 20).

Preparations

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 93) 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 11) 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 94) 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.

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 PL mount lens

1 Remove the mount cover from the lens

mount by turning the PL mount lever counterclockwise.

Attaching a Lens

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 67) 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.

Preparations

Note

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

Attaching Optional Devices

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

Preparations

Removing a lens

Remove a lens with the following steps.

1 Turn the PL mount lever

counterclockwise while holding the lens from underneath.

2 Pull the lens forward.

Note

If another lens will not be attached soon, fit the concave part of the mount cover, then fix the mount cover by turning the PL mount lever 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 11). 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 88) of the File menu.

Controlling zoom and focus from the external device

You can control zoom and focus from the optional CBK-DCB01 by connecting the CBKDCB01 to the REMOTE connector (page 13) when using Sony lens SCL-Z18X140.

Note

When connecting the CBK-DCB01 to the REMOTE connector independently, set “RM Common Memory” in “Camera Config” (page 89) of the Maintenance menu to “On.”

For details regarding CBK-DCB01 that can be used with the camcorder, contact a Sony service representative.

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.

Attaching Optional Devices

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.

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

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.

Setting the Basic Action

Before recording, make the basic settings, as required.

Preparations

System Frequency

Switch by setting “Frequency” in “System Setting” (page 90) of the System menu. After switching this setting, the camcorder will automatically restart, depending on the setting value.

Note

The system frequency setting cannot be changed during recording or playback.

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 90) of the System menu.

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.

Main Recorded Signal

Set the predominant signal format to be used. Set the format by using “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” (page 90) 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 1/2 connector of the camcorder, record it on an external device such as SR-R1. Select the format from YPbPr/RGB/RAW when “Shooting Mode” is set to “Cine EI,” and from YPbPr/RGB when “Shooting Mode” is set to “Custom.”

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

Recording Format

Select the color gamut that is to be the basis of the recorded signal and the output signal. When “Shooting Mode” is set to “Cine EI,” select the color gamut for video output of which MLUT is set to off. When “Shooting Mode” is set to

Preparations

“Custom,” “Color Space” is locked to “Matrix.” Select it by u sing “Color Space” in “Ba se Setting” (page 90) of the System menu. S-Gamut/SLog2: Wider gamut that is comparable

with a film camera.

S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3: Color gamut that is easy

to adjust for digital cinema (DCIP3).

S-Gamut3/Slog3: Wide color gamut optimized by

Sony’s original image distortion correction technology, and adaptable to the color gamut that will be standardized in the future.

Matrix: Selects the color gamut by Matrix setting

as done with traditional cameras (when “Shooting Mode” is set to “Custom”).

Note

Gamma curve is locked to “S-Log2” when “S-Gamut/ SLog2” is selected, gamma curve is locked to “S-Log3” when “S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3” or “S-Gamut3/SLog3” is selected.

Imager Scan Mode

You can set the shooting method for the image sensor. Select the mode by using “Imager Scan Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 90) of the System menu. Normal: Uses the full angle of Super 35 mm size

as it is, except at the high frame rate mode of the Slow & Quick Motion function. When “High Frame Rate Mode” in “S&Q Motion” (page 66) of the Camera menu is set to “Full Scan,” the full angle picture of Super 35 mm size that is converted to 2K data is used. When “High Frame Rate Mode” in “S&Q Motion” (page 66) of the Camera menu is set to “Center Scan,” the 2K angle picture that is half of the Super 35 mm size (center area of the picture) is used.

2K Full: Uses the full angle picture of Super 35

mm size that is converted to 2K data.

2K Center: Uses the 2K angle picture that is half

of the Super 35 mm size (center area of the picture).

Selectable formats vary, depending on the system frequency and main recorded signal settings.

System frequency

Main recorded

Format

signal

59.94/50 YPbPr XAVC 4096 × 2160P*

RGB XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

RAW XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

29.97/25/

23.98

24 YPbPr XAVC 4096 × 2160P*

* PMW-F5 with the CBKZ-55FX applied or PMW-

F55 only.

** When the CBK-55PD is installed.

YPbPr XAVC 4096 × 2160P*

RGB XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

RAW XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

RGB XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

RAW XAVC 2048 × 1080P***

XAVC 3840 × 2160P* XAVC 2048 × 1080P XAVC 1920 × 1080P MPEG 1920 × 1080i MPEG 1280 × 720P SStP SR-SQ 422 (59.94 only) DNxHD 220x HD i** DNxHD 145 HD i** ProRes 422 HQ HD i** ProRes 422 HD i**

XAVC 1920 × 1080P*** MPEG 1920 × 1080i***

XAVC 3840 × 2160P* XAVC 2048 × 1080P XAVC 1920 × 1080P MPEG 1920 × 1080i SStP SR-SQ 422 SStP SR-Lite 422 DNxHD 220x HD P** DNxHD 145 HD P** ProRes 422 HQ HD P** ProRes 422 HD P**

XAVC 1920 × 1080P*** MPEG 1920 × 1080i*** SStP SR-SQ 444

XAVC 1920 × 1080P*** MPEG 1920 × 1080i***

XAVC 2048 × 1080P SStP SR-SQ 422 SStP SR-Lite 422 ProRes 422 HQ HD P** ProRes 422 HD P**

SStP SR-SQ 444

Setting the Basic Action

*** The recorded signal is YPbPr.

To change the format, use “Format” in “Rec Format” (page 91) of the System menu. Signals from the SDI OUT and HDMI OUT connectors are also output according to the format selected with this menu.

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 or XQD memory cards*.

* When using an XQD memory card, the XQD

ExpressCard adapter (QDA-EX1) is required.

Available memory cards differ depending on the recording format and “On”/ ”Off” setting of “High Frame Rate Mode.”

SxS PRO+

SBP-128B, SBP-64B: Available for all recording formats, and when “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “On” or “Off.”

SxS PRO

SBP-64A, SBP-32: SStP SR-Lite 422, XAVC 2048 × 1080P/1920 × 1080P (only when “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “Off”), MPEG 1920 × 1080P/i, 1280 × 720P, DNxHD 220x HD P/i, DNxHD 145 HD P/i, ProRes 422 HD P/i, ProRes 422 HQ HD P/i

SxS-1

SBS-64G1A, SBS-32G1A: MPEG 1920 × 1080P/i, 1280 × 720P

XQD memory card S series, G series

QD-S64E, QD-S32E, QD-G128A, QD-G64A, QD-G32A: Available for all recording formats, and when “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “On” or “Off.”

XQD memory card N series

QD-N64: MPEG 1920 × 1080P/i, 1280 × 720P

Preparations

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.

Using SxS Memory Cards

• SxS, SxS PRO, and SxS-1 are trademarks of Sony Corporation.

• XQD is a trademark 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

Preparations

trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

Inserting an SxS Memory Card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block

(page 14).

Switching Between SxS Memory Cards

When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, press the SLOT SELECT button (page 14) 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 47).

2 Insert the SxS memory card into the slot

with the SxS label facing to the right.

The ACCESS lamp (page 14) lights in red then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use.

3 Close the cover.

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 14), 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.

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 viewfinder screen. Format the card as instructed follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 85) 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.

Using SxS Memory Cards

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