Sony PMW-F55, PMW-F5 User Manual

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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.

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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

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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

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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

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(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

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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.

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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

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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

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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)

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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

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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.”

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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

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*** 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

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• 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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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 17) or viewfinder screen (page 20). 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.

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 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 124).

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 85) of the Media menu. If you write an XAVC file that is imported by RAW Viewer V2.2 or later to the “XDROOT\Clip” directory of an SxS memory card directly, that file can be played by performing “Update Media.”

Preparations

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Using an SD Card

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 14).

2 Insert the SD memory card into the slot

with the SD label facing up.

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

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 viewfinder screen. Format the card as instructed follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 85) 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.

3 Close the cover.

Status indications by the ACCESS lamp

Lamp Slot statuses

Lights in red 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.

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

Using an SD Card

Accessing the SD card (writing/reading data)

• The loaded card is invalid.

Checking the Remaining Time

The remaining time can be checked on the Media status screen (page 13).

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.

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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.

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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 90) to “Cine EI,” and “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” (page 90) to “RAW” of the System menu. For settings of the AXS-R5, see “AXS Recorder” (page 94) 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 viewfinder screen. Format the AXS memory card as follows.

Using “Format Media” (page 85) 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 17) or viewfinder screen (page 20). 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 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 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

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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 85) of the Media menu.

Using a USB Wireless LAN Module

You can make the Wi-Fi connection between the camcorder and a device such as a smartphone, tablet, etc., by attaching the supplied IFU-WLM3 USB wireless LAN module.

Note

• The IFU-WLM3 USB Wireless LAN Module (supplied) may not be available in some countries/ regions.

• Attach/remove the IFU-WLM3 after the camcorder is turned off.

• If you use a wireless device near the camcorder, the camcorder may not work correctly. Turn the wireless device off near the camcorder.

• You cannot use a USB wireless LAN module other than the IFU-WLM3.

Making a Wi-Fi connection between a device and the camcorder enables you to do the following.

• Operate the setup menu

• Record and playback the camcorder

• Display the current status of the camcorder

• Switch between the recording settings and system settings

• Operate the assignable buttons of the camcorder

Preparations

Attaching the IFU-WLM3

1 Open the cover of the USB wireless

LAN module retracting part (page 13).

2 Insert the IFU-WLM3 to the USB

connector.

3 Close the cover.

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Making a Wi-Fi Connection

Complete the connecting process by inputting the PIN code to the device.

Note

Only one Wi-Fi device can be connected at a time.

To make a network setting

Preparations

Change the “Basic Authentication ” settings (page

94) of the System menu as required.

Item Setting

User Name User name for log-in (factory default

Password Password for log-in (factory default

setting: “admin”)

setting: model name “pmw-f5” or “pmw-f55”)

For details about the menu settings and entering a character string, see “Setup Menu Operations” (page 56).

To make a connection

1 Set “Wi-Fi” in “Wi-Fi” (page 94) of the

System menu to “Enable.”

2 Make a Wi-Fi connection by inputting

the SSID and Password onto the device, or by using the Wi-Fi direct connection function.

You can check the SSID and password of the camcorder on “SSID & Password” in “WiFi” (page 94) of the System menu. When using the Wi-Fi direct connection function, proceed to the following step.

3 Select “Execute” for “Wi-Fi Direct

Connection” in “Wi-Fi” of the System menu.

The setup menu disappears, and the connection wait message for the Wi-Fi direct connection function appears.

Using the Push-Button method

When you perform the Push-Button method on the device, the message for connection permission appears on the connection wait screen. Select “Execute.”

Using the PIN code method

When you perform the PIN code method on the device, the device name and PIN code appears on the connection wait screen.

Using the Wi-Fi Remote Commander

When a Wi-Fi connection is established between a device such as smartphone, tablet, etc., and the camcorder, th e Wi-Fi remote commander appears on the device screen and the device can be used as a remote commander. You can start/stop recording and adjust the recording settings with a Wi-Fi connected device. This function is useful for setting the camcorder in a remote place, such as the top of a crane, etc.

Note

The Wi-Fi remote commander is not capable of the following functions.

• Zoom, Focus, and Iris control.

• Displaying the thumbnail screen.

Wi-Fi remote commander displays

Smartphone

Main screen

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/ Disconnected)

• Status indication: operating status, time data, audio level meter, clip name, recording format, media status/ remaining space, battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

• Recording settings indication: S&Q FPS, Shutter, Color Temp., Sensitivity/Gain/ Exposure Index, Gamma, MLUT, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto White

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Playback screen

Cursor screen

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/ Disconnected)

• Status indication

• Playback operation button: F Rev, Play/Pause, F Fwd, Prev, Stop, Next

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/ Disconnected)

• Status indication

• Cursor operation button, menu/status indication: Up, Left, Set, Right, Down, Cancel/Back, Menu, Status

Tablet

Main screen

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/Disconnected)

• Status indication: operating status, time data, audio level meter, clip name, recording format, media status/remaining space, battery remaining charge/DC IN voltage

• Assignable button indication: Assignable buttons 1 to 4

• Recording settings indication: S&Q FPS, Shutter, Color Temp., Sensitivity/Gain/ Exposure Index, Gamma, MLUT, Color Bars, Auto Black, Auto White

Playback screen

Preparations

Assign screen

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/ Disconnected)

• Status indication

• Assignable button indication: Assignable buttons 1 to 4

• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/Disconnected)

• Status indication

• Assignable button indication

• Playback operation button: F Rev, Play/Pause, F Fwd, Prev, Stop, Next

Cursor screen

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• Wi-Fi connecting status (Connected/Disconnected)

• Status indication

• Assignable button indication

• Cursor operation button, menu/status indication: Up, Left, Set, Right, Down, Cancel/Back, Menu, Status

Compatible devices

The following devices, using the specified versions or higher, can be used as Wi-Fi remote commanders.

To display the Wi-Fi remote commander

Preparations

The display size of the Wi-Fi remote commander changes according to the device screen size automatically.

1 Make a Wi-Fi connection between the

device and camcorder (page 36).

2 Launch the browser and input http://

<camcorder’s IP address> (“System menu” > “Wi-Fi” > “IP Address”)/ rm.html in the address bar.

Example: When the IP address is 10.0.0.1, input http://10.0.0.1/ in the address bar.

3 Input the user name and password

(“System menu” > “Basic Authentication” > “User Name” or “Password”) on the browser.

When completing the connection, the display of the Wi-Fi remote commander appears on the device. Operate the Wi-Fi remote commander by following the display. The REC button becomes unavailable when the Lock switch is dragged to the right.

Notes

• Depending on the device, the Wi-Fi remote commander may not appear properly on the device’s screen even though you input http://<camcorder’s IP address>/rm.html in the address bar. In this case, input “rms.html” for a smartphone or “rmt.html” for a tablet instead of “rm.html” at the end of the address to display the Wi-Fi remote commander properly.

• The Wi-Fi remote commander on the device’s screen may no longer match the actual status of the camcorder in the following cases. When this happens, refresh the browser on the device.

—when the camcorder is restarted while the Wi-Fi

connection is established

—when the camcorder is controlled directly while

the Wi-Fi connection is established —when the device is reconnected —when you operate forward/backward on the

device’s browser.

• If the Wi-Fi signal is poor, the Wi-Fi remote commander may not work properly.

Device OS Browser

Smartphone Android 4.3/4.4 Chrome V31

Tablet Android 4.3/4.4 Chrome V31

iOS 7 Safari 6

Operate the setup menu from the Wi-Fi remote commander (Tablet only)

To display the setup menu on the tablet, select “Setup Menu” on the global menu that is displayed by touching the Menu icon ( upper left of the Wi-Fi remote display of the tablet. To return to the camera control screen, select “Camera Control” on the global menu.

Menu icon

) on the

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You can set/display the following items of the setup menu on the Wi-Fi remote display (tablet) (a: compatible, –: not compatible).

Camera menu

White a Offset White a Black a Flare a Gain a Shutter a Slow Shutter a Auto Exposure – S&Q Motion a Color Bars – Noise Suppression a Flicker Reduce a Image Inversion – Lens Interface –

Paint menu

Gamma a Black Gamma a Knee a White Clip a Detail a Aperture a Skin Detail a Matrix a Multi Matrix a

Audio menu

Audio Input – Audio Level – Audio Output a

Video menu

Output On/Off a Output Format a Output Setting a Monitor LUT a Output Display a

VF menu

VF Setting – Peaking – Marker a Zebra – Display On/Off –

TC menu

Timecode a TC Display a

Recording menu

Interval Rec a Picture Cache Rec a MPEG2 Proxy a Rec Control a SDI Rec Control a

Media menu

Update Media – Format Media a Clip Naming a

File menu

All File a Scene File a User Menu Item – User Gamma a Monitor LUT a Monitor 3D LUT a Lens File a

Maintenance menu

APR – Test S aw – Camera Config –

System menu

System Setting a Base Setting a Rec Format a Genlock – Assignable Button – Switch / Lamp – Fan Control a Battery Alarm – DC Voltage Alarm – Language – Clock Set – Hours Meter – AXS Recorder – Basic Authentication – Wi-Fi – All Reset – Ve rs i on a

Notes

• When the setup menu is displayed on the Wi-Fi remote commander, you cannot set the setup menu items other than “Basic Authentication” and “Wi-Fi” of the System menu on the camcorder.

• When the setup menu is displayed on the Wi-Fi remote commander, you cannot change the settings on the sub display.

Preparations

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Recording

Basic Operation Procedure

Basic recording can be performed with the following procedures.

1 Make sure that the necessary devices

are attached to the camcorder and power is supplied to them.

2 Load the memory card(s).

Recording

If you load two cards, recording is continued by automatically switching to the second card when the first card becomes full.

3 Set the power switch (page 12) to the ON

position.

The recording screen is displayed on the viewfinder screen.

4 Press the REC button (page 11).

The REC lamp lights and recording begins.

Note

If the camcorder cannot start recording immediately after the pressing the REC button, the REC lamp flashes. The REC lamp lights when recording starts.

5 To stop recording, press the REC

button again.

Recording stops and the camcorder enters STBY (recording standby) mode.

Playing a recorded clip

You can play the recorded clip while the camcorder is in standby mode.

1 Insert the SxS memory card.

2 Press the VIEW button in the function

button (page 14) once to display the VIEW-1 screen.

3 Search the desired clip by pressing Prev

or F Rev button on the sub display.

4 Press the Play/Pause button on the sub

display.

The playback image appears on the viewfinder.

Playback operation is performed by the buttons on the sub display. Play/Pause button: Pauses playback. To resume

playback, press this button again.

F Fwd button/F Rev button: Plays fast. To return

to normal playback, press the Play/Pause button.

Stop button: Stops playback or recording.

Monitoring audio

In normal playback mode, you can monitor the recorded audio signals through the built-in speaker (page 11) or connected headphones. When connecting the headphones to the headphones connector (page 14), the built-in speaker is turned off. You can select audio channel to be monitored and adjust the sound volume with “Audio Output”

(page 75) in the Audio menu.

Cueing Up

To start playback from the top of the clip

Press the Prev button or Next button on the sub display (page 17). You can cue to the top of the desired clip by pressing the button repeatedly.

Switching the SxS memory cards

When two memory cards are loaded, press the SLOT SELECT button (page 14) to switch memory cards.

Note

You cannot switch SxS memory cards during playback. Continuous playback of cards in slots A and B is not possible.

Switching to the AXS memory card

You can play the picture that is recorded on the AXS memory card in the AXS-R5 by developing simply. To switch to the AXS memo ry card, press the SELECT button of the AXS-R5. The playback signal is output from the output connector of the camcorder.

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Note

When connecting the camcorder and AXS-R5, only EE* is output from the AUX OUT connector of the AXS-R5. Playback picture is not output. Playback picture is output from the camcorder. * EE is not output while in the Slow & Quick Motion

mode.

Clip (recording data)

When you stop recording, video, audio and subsidiary data from the start to end of the recording are recorded as a single clip on an SxS memory card.

Clip name

For each clip recorded with this camcorder, a clip is named by the naming mode that is set in “Clip Naming”

(page 85)

of the Media menu. The Shot Number and clip number are automatically incremented.

When storing the clip name by the “Cam ID + Reel#” naming mode (page 8 5), the clip name is created as follows:

• When there is already a clip name that is

stored by the “Cam ID + Reel#” naming mode on the inserted AXS memory card, the new file inherits its information.

Examples:

When “B002C003_XXXXXXXX” is on the AXS memory card, the next created clip name is “B002C004_XXXXXXXX.” The Camera ID of “AXS Recorder” in the System menu is changed to “B,” and Reel Number is changed to “002.” The clip name on the information that is displayed during shooting flashes until the camera starts recording.

• When the inserted AXS memory card has no

file, “1” is added to the Reel Number of the clip that was recorded last.

Examples:

When you record on empty card “2” after recording up to “D001CXXX_XXXXXXXX” on card “1,” the next created clip name is “D002C001_XXXXXXXX.” The clip name on the information that is displayed d uring shooting flashes until the camera starts recording.

• When you set the Camera ID and Reel

Number of “Clip Naming” in the Media menu, that information is applied.

Examples:

When you change the Camera ID to “F” and Reel Number to “001” of the AXS memory card that is recorded up to “E003CXXX_XXXXXXXX,” the next clip name is “F001CXXX_XXXXXXXX.” When you change the Camera ID only, the Reel Number is changed to “001.”

When storing the clip name by the “Title” naming mode (page 85), the clip name is created from characters that are set in “Title Prefix” (1 to 46 characters) + clip number that is set in “Number Set” (0001 to 9999).

Maximum duration of a clip

The maximum clip length is 6 hours. If you exceed the maximum clip length, a new clip will be automatically created. You can check the new clip on the thumbnail screen.

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Changing Basic Settings

You can make changes to the settings based on the intended usage of the recorded video or recording conditions.

Electronic Shutter

Set the shutter speed (cache time). When you set “Setting” in “Shutter” (page 64) of

Recording

the Camera menu to “On,” the shutter speed that you specified with “Shutter” is turned on.

Note

When the viewfinder double speed drive function (page

46) is activated, the electronic shutter function is locked

to on, and the shutter angle is limited up to 180 degrees.

Setting the shutter mode and speed

Select “Mode” and “Select” in “Shutter” (page

64) of the Camera menu, then set the speed in

“Shutter Value.”

Shooting in slow shutter

The shutter speed is specified in the number of accumulated frames. This function allows you to obtain low-noise clear pictures in low light levels or surreal pictures with afterimages. Set “Setting” in “Slow Shutter” (page 65) of the Camera menu to “On,” and specify the number of accumulated frames with “Number of Frames.”

Sensitivity/Gain/Color Temperature/White Balance

The setting items differ, depending on the shooting mode setting. These items can be set on the setup menu and sub display.

off, is recorded as the main recorded signal. Sensitivity for the main recorded signal is locked to standard sensitivity, and the picture brightness is changed in accordance with the EI value only for the output picture, for which MLUT is set to on. You can check the processing result of sensitizing or desensitizing on post-production while shooting by using the picture, for which MLUT is set on. You can set the following values for the sensitivity (EI value) PMW-F5: 500EI, 640EI, 800EI, 1000EI, 1250EI, 1600EI, 2000EI, 2500EI, 3200EI, 4000EI, 5000EI, 6400EI, 8000EI PMW-F55: 320EI, 400EI, 500EI, 640EI, 800EI, 1000EI, 1250EI, 1600EI, 2000EI, 2500EI, 3200EI, 4000EI, 5000EI Select the color temperature from among “Preset 3200K” (tungsten), “4300K” (tungsten), and “5500K” (daylight), in “White” (page 59) of the Camera menu.

While in “Custom” mode: Selecting the sensitivity or gain, and color temperature or white balance

Select the sensitivity (ISO) or gain (dB) in “Gain” (page 61) of the Camera menu. Select the color temperature or white balance in “White” of the Camera menu. The color temperature can be selected for Memory A/Memory B from among “Preset 3200K” (tungsten), “4300K” (tungsten), and “5500K” (daylight), and you can select any color temperature by using “Color Temp.” in “White” (page 59) of the Camera menu. For white balance, adjust automatically by using “Auto White Balance,” or adjust Memory A/ Memory B by using “Color Temp. Balance,” “R Gain,” or “B Gain,” in “White” of the Camera menu.

While in “Cine EI” mode: Selecting the sensitivity (EI value) and color temperature

Set the sensitivity by using “Exposure Index” in “Gain” (page 61) of the Camera menu. For the Cine EI mode, it is assumed that the RAW signal or output picture, for which MLUT is set to

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Audio

To adjust the audio levels

When “CH-1 Audio Select/CH-2 Audio Select” in “Audio Level” (page 75) of the Audio menu is set to “Auto,” the audio recording levels are automatically adjusted. To adjust the audio recording levels manually, set to “Manual.” Adjust the audio recording levels on “CH-1 Audio Level/CH-2 Audio Level” in “Audio Level” of the Audio menu.

Note

The recording level is locked for channels with AES/ EBU signals selected for audio input.

Time Data

Setting the Timecode

Specify the timecode to be recorded with “Timecode” in the TC/UB menu (page 83).

Useful Functions

Assignable Buttons

The camcorder ha s four assignable buttons (pages 11, 13) to which you can assign various functions for convenience. You can also assign the function to the RET button on the lens.

Changing functions

Use “Assignable Button” (page 92) in the System menu. The assigned functions can be viewed on the Assignable button status screen (page 12).

Assigned functions

Function name Function

Marker Turning on/off the Center Marker,

Zebra Turning on/off the Zebra function. Peaking Turning on/off the Peaking

Display Turning on/off the monitor display

Video Signal Monitor

VF Focus Magnifier

VF Mode Switching viewfinder screen

Rec Starting/stopping recording. S&Q Motion Turning on/off the Slow & Quick

Picture Cache Rec Turning on/off the Picture Cache

Rec Review Performing the Rec Review

High/Low Key Switching between High Key

White Memory Switching “White Switch”

Safety Zone, Aspect Marker.

function.

of status/setting value. Switching the waveform indication for the output signal from SDI (Sub). Turning on/off the Focus Magnifier function of the viewfinder.

between color and mono.

Motion.

Rec function.

function.

(monitoring display for high key blown-out highlights), Low Key (monitoring display for low key clipped blacks), and Off (normal display).

between Memory A and Memory B.

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Function name Function

VF High Contrast Enhancing the contrast of the

Color Bars Turning the color bar on/off.

pictures on the viewfinder.

Slow & Quick Motion

When “Main Operation” is set to “RAW” or “YPbPr,” and the system frequency and video format (page 90) are set as follows, you can set the recording frame rate and playback frame rate to different values.

Recording

Main Operation

RAW – (When

YPbPr XAVC

* Setting value is 1 to 60 when “High Frame Rate

Mode” is set to “Off.”

** When recording on AXS and SxS simultaneously, the

setting value is for SxS.

Notes

• Slow & Quick Motion mode cannot be used while recording, playing, or displaying thumbnail.

• Slow & Quick Motion mode cannot be used while the Slow Shutter mode.

• Audio cannot be recorded while in the Slow & Quick Motion mode.

• When “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “Full Scan” and the frame rate is set to more than 61P, moiré may occur in high resolution areas of the picture. In this case, you can reduce moiré by attaching an optional CBK-55F2K Optical 2K Filter.

• When “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to other than “Off,” the camcorder cannot switch to the second card automatically even if a card becomes full.

• Slow & Quick Motion function is not possible in Interval Rec and Picture Cache mode. The camcorder exits Interval Rec and Picture Cache mode whenever you select Slow & Quick Motion mode. The camcorder exits Slow & Quick Motion mode

Recording format

recording on an AXS only)

4096 × 2160P

XAVC 3840 × 2160P

XAVC 2048 × 1080P

XAVC 1920 × 1080P

System frequency

23.98P/24P/ 25P/29.97P/ 50P/59.94P

23.98P/25P/

29.97P/50P/

59.94P

23.98P/24P/

29.97P/

59.94P 25P/50P 1 to 150P*

23.98P/

29.97P/

59.94P 25P/50P 1 to 150P*

Frame

rate

1 to

240P

1 to 60P

1 to 180P*

automatically whenever you select Interval Rec or Picture Cache mode.

Recording Time-lapse Video (Interval Rec Function)

The camcorder’s Interval Rec function allows you to capture time-lapse videos to the camcorder’s internal memory. This function is an effective way to shoot slow-moving subjects. When “Setting ” in “Interval Rec” (pag e 84) of the Recording menu is set to “On,” and you start recording, the camcorder automatically records a specified number of frames at a specified interval time.

Interval time

Number of frames in one take

The Interval Rec function is available when “Main Operation,” “Rec Control,” and the recording format are set to the following settings.

Main Operation

RAW AXS –

RGB – XAVC 2048 × 1080P

YPbPr – XAVC 4096 × 2160P

Notes

• The Interval Rec function cannot be used at the same time as the Slow & Quick Motion or Picture Cache function. When you select Interval Rec mode, the Slow & Quick Motion and Picture Cache functions are disabled. When you select Slow & Quick Motion or Picture Cache mode, the Interval Rec function is disabled.

Rec

Recording format

Control

SxS & AXS XAVC 2048 × 1080P

XAVC 1920 × 1080P

XAVC 3840 × 2160P XAVC 2048 × 1080P XAVC 1920 × 1080P

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• The simultaneously recording function is not av ailable in Internal Rec mode.

• Interval Rec settings cannot be changed during recording.

• The following are limitations for the Interval Rec function.

—Audio signals will not be recorded. —You cannot perform the Rec Review function. —The signal will not be genlocked.

after the change. The camcorder exits Picture Cache mode automatically.

• The simultaneously recording function is not available in Picture Cache mode.

• It is not possible to change the picture cache setting during recording.

• It is not possible to change the setting of the viewfinder double speed drive function during recording.

Starting to Record from Prestored Video (Picture Cache Function)

You can begin recording a specified number of seconds in advance by storing up to 15 seconds of video and audio data in the internal memory of the camcorder when you start recording. When you start recording after setting “Setting” in “Picture Cache Rec” (page 84) of the Recording menu to “On,” the camcorder records in advance of the specified time (Cache Rec Time).

The Picture Cache function is available for either of the following settings.

• The system frequency is set to 29.97/25/24/

23.98, and the recording format is set to XAVC 4096 × 2160P/XAVC 3840 × 2160P/XAVC 2048 × 1080P/XAVC 1920 × 1080P.

• The recording format is set to MPEG 1920 × 1080P/MPEG 1920 × 1080i/MPEG 1280 × 720P.

The selected Picture Cache mode is retained until the setting is changed.

Notes

• If the system frequency is set to 29.97, 25, 24, or 23.98, the “Cache Rec Time” setting is limited depending on the recording format.

—For XAVC 4096 × 2160P, XAVC 3840 × 2160P:

Locked to “0-2sec.”

—For XAVC 2048 × 1080P, XAVC 1920 × 1080P:

“8-10sec” and “13-15sec” cannot be selected.

• Picture cache recording is not possible in Slow & Quick Motion and Interval Rec mode. The camcorder exits Slow & Quick Motion and Interval Rec mode whenever you select Picture Cache mode. The camcorder exits Picture Cache mode automatically whenever you select Slow & Quick Motion or Interval Rec mode.

• The data stored in picture cache memory is cleared when you change system settings, such as the recording format. Picture data from before the change is not recorded even if you start recording immediately

Simultaneously Recording

You can record the two sizes of pictures simultaneously on an SxS memory card in one slot. You can also record HD signal on the SxS memory card in the camcorder while recording picture and audio of RAW format on the AXSR5.

Note

While simultaneously recording, the camcorder cannot switch to the second card automatically even if a card becomes full.

Recording simultaneously on one memory card – MPEG2 Proxy function

For the PMW-F55, set “Setting” in “MPEG2 Proxy” (page 84) of the Recording menu to “On” while the recording format is set to XAVC 4096 × 2160/XAVC 3840 × 2160 29.97P/25P/23.98P, or SStP SR-SQ 444/SStP SR-SQ 422 59.94i/

29.97P. For the PMW-F5, by installing the optional CBKZ-55FX, the MPEG2 Proxy function is available while the recording format is set to XAVC 4096 × 2160/XAVC 3840 × 2160 29.97P/ 25P/23.98P. The picture of XAVC 4096 × 2160/XAVC 3840 × 2160 or SStP SR-SQ 444/SStP SR-SQ 422, and the picture signal of MPEG2 1920 × 1080 are recorded simultaneously on one SxS memory card. The clip of XAVC 4096 × 2160/XAVC 3840 × 2160 or SStP SR-SQ 444/SStP SR-SQ 422 is recorded under the XDROOT/Clip directory on the SxS memory card, but the clip of MPEG2 1920 × 1080 is recorded under the XDROOT/Sub directory on the SxS memory card, and the suffix “S02” is added to the end of the clip name.

Notes

• This function cannot be used while in the Slow & Quick Motion, Interval Rec, or Picture Cache Rec mode.

Recording

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• The MLUT setting is locked to “MLUT On” for the MPEG2 Proxy video that is recorded simultaneously when in the Cine EI mode.

Recording on the AXS and SxS memory simultaneously

Set “Setting” in “Rec Control” (page 84) of the Recording menu to “SxS & AXS,” while “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” (page 90) of the System menu is set to “RAW.” You can simultaneously record pictures of RAW format and pictures with formats set by “Rec Format.”

Recording

False Color Display

You can perform the false color display on the viewfinder by pressing the SPARE button of the viewfinder (DVF-EL100, DVF-L700) that is attached to the camcorder.

For details about the false color display, refer to the operating instructions of the DVF-EL100 or DVFL700.

Note

The false color display is available only when the “Gamma” setting for the video signal that is output to the viewfinder is set to “S-Log2.”

Rec Review

You can review the last recorded clip on the screen (Rec Review) by assigning the Rec Review function to an assignable button (page

43).

When you stop recording and press the assigned button, the last 2 seconds of the clip are played. When you press and hold the button for more than 1 second, the camcorder starts to rewind from two seconds before of the last frame of the clip at 4× speed. When you release the button, the camcorder starts playback at that point.

Rec Review stops at the end of the clip, then resumes STBY (recording standby) status.

Note

The Setup menus cannot be operated during Rec Review.

Focus Magnifier

By pressing the FOCUS MAG button of the viewfinder (DVF-L350, DVF-EL100, DVFL700) that is attached to the camcorder, you can expand the center part of the viewfinder, and it is easy to adjust the focus. After adjusting the focus, press the button again to returns to the normal (recording) screen. It does not affect the recorded image or output signal in the focus magnifier mode.

Viewfinder Double Speed Drive Function

If the system frequency is 23.98P, 24P, 25P, or

29.97P, the image may be blurred and hard to see because of low frame frequency when you shoot while swaying the camcorder to the right and the left. In this case, you can decrease image blur and make it easier to see by activating the viewfinder double speed drive function. To activate, set “Double Speed Drive” in “VF Setting” (page 80) of the VF menu to “On.”

Notes

• This function is not effective on the following settings. —System frequency is 59.94/50. —Recording format is SStP SR-SQ 444/SStP SR-

Lite 422/SStP SR-SQ 422.

—“Setting” in “Slow Shutter” of the Camera menu is

set to “On.”

—“Setting” in “S&Q Motion” of the Camera menu is

set to “On,” and the “Frame Rate” setting is 1 to 60P.

• When this function is effective and “Setting” in “S&Q

Motion” of the Camera menu is set to “Off,” the electronic shutter function is locked to on, and the shutter angle is limited to 180 degrees.

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Thumbnail Screens

When you press the Thumbnail button of the sub display (page 17), clips recorded on the SxS memory card are displayed as thumbnails on the screen. You can start playback from the clip selected on the thumbnail screen. The playback picture can be seen on the viewfinder screen and external monitors. Press the Thumbnail button of the sub display to exit the thumbnail screen and return to the recording screen.

Configuration of the Screen

Information for the clip selected with the cursor are displayed at the bottom of the screen.

The icon of the current SxS memory card is highlighted, shading the nonselected one. (If the card is write-protected, a lock icon is displayed to the left.)

Current clip No./ Total number of clips

Cursor

(yellow)

Thumbnail Screens

1. Thumbnail

The thumbnail image for each clip is an index frame from the clip. When recording, the first frame of a clip is automatically set as the index frame. Below each thumbnail, the clip/frame information is displayed. You can change the displayed item on “Thumbnail Caption” in “Customize View” (page 48) of the thumbnail menu.

2. Clip name/title

The clip name or title of the selected clip is displayed.

3. File format

The file format of the selected clip is displayed.

4. Recording video format

5. Special recording information

If the selected clip was recorded in a special recording mode, the mode is displayed. Clips recorded in Slow & Quick Motion display the frame rate to the right.

6. Duration of the clip

7. Creation date and time

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Playing Clips

Playing the Selected and Subsequent Clips in Sequence

1 Turn the MENU dial (page 11) to move

the cursor to the thumbnail image of the clip with which you wish to start playback.

Clip Operations

On the thumbnail screen, you can operate the clips or confirm the subsidiary data for clips using the thumbnail menu. The thumbnail menu appears when you press the OPTION button (page 13) on the thumbnail menu.

Operations of the Thumbnail Menu

2 Press the MENU dial.

Playback starts from the beginning of the selected clip.

Notes

Thumbnail Screens

• To start playback by pressing the MENU dial, set “Set Key on Thumbnail” in “Switch/Lamp” (page 93) of the System menu to “Play.”

• The playback picture may be momentarily distorted or frozen between clips. You cannot operate the camcorder during this condition.

• When you select a clip on the thumbnail screen and start playback, the playback picture at the beginning of the clip may be distorted. To start playback without distortion, pause playback once after starting it, press the Prev button on the sub display (VIEW-1) to return to the top of the clip, then restart playback.

Turn the MENU dial (page 11) to select a menu item, then press the MENU dial. Pressing the CANCEL/BACK button (page 11) restores to the previous condition. Pressing the OPTION button while the thumbnail menu is displayed turns the thumbnail menu off.

Notes

• When the SxS memory card is write-protected, some operations are unavailable.

• There may be items that cannot be selected, d epending on the status when the menu is displayed.

Clip operation menu

Display Clip Properties

Displays the detailed information of a clip screen (page 49).

Copy MPEG2 Proxy (PMW-F55 and PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX)

Copy All Clips: Copies a ll the MPEG2 Proxy data

to the destination media as a clip (page 49).

Delete Clip

Select Clip: Deletes the selected clip (page 50).

Customize View

Thumbnail Caption: Changes the items that are

displayed under the thumbnail screen. (page

50)

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Displaying the Detailed Information of a Clip

Select “Display Clip Properties” from the thumbnail menu.

1. Image of the current clip

2. Timecode

TC Index: Timecode of the displayed frame Start: Timecode at the recording starting point End: Timecode at the recording ending point Duration: Duration of the clip

3. Date of recording/modifying

4. Clip name

5. Clip title 1/2

6. Recording format

Video Codec: Video codec Size: Picture size FPS: Frame rate Audio Codec: Audio codec Ch/Bit: Number of the recorded audio channel/ audio recording bit

7. Special recording information

8. Recording device name

Copying MPEG2 Proxy Data (PMW-F55 and PMW-F5 + CBKZ55FX)

You can copy a ll the MPEG2 Proxy data re corded on the clip to another SxS memory card as a clip. Each clip is copied to the destination SxS memory card and given the same name as the MPEG2 Proxy data with its suffix “S02” deleted.

Notes

• If there is another clip having the same name on the destination SxS memory card, the clip is copied under a name adding a single-digit number in parentheses to the end of the original clip name. The parenthetical number is the minimum value that does not exist in the destination memory card.

Examples:

ABCD0002(1) if ABCD0002 exists ABCD0002(2) if ABCD0002(1) exists ABCD0005(4) if ABCD0005(3) exists

• You cannot copy a file 1000 times or more if clips with the same clip name followed by parenthetical numbers (1) to (999) already exist on the card.

• A warning message is displayed if there is not sufficient space on the destination SxS memory card. Replace the SxS memory card with one with sufficient space.

Thumbnail Screens

Clip Operations

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Deleting Clips

You can delete clips from the SxS memory card. Select “Select Clip” from “Delete Clip” on the thumbnail menu. You can select multiple clips to be deleted. Press the OPTION button (page 13) after selecting the clip to be deleted.

Changing Information on the Thumbnail Screen

You can change information of the clip/frame t hat is displayed under thumbnail. Select the displayed item from “Thumbnail Caption” in “Customize View” on the thumbnail menu.

Thumbnail Screens

Date Time: Creation date or modified time Time Code: Timecode Duration: Duration Sequential Number: Thumbnail number

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Settings

Sub Display Operation

You can check the status of the camcorder, set basic settings for the camcorder, and operate playback on the sub display.

• CAMERA screen: Basic settings of the camcorder

• FILE screen: Loading the file

• AU/TC screen: Settings for audio or timecode

• VIEW screen: Playback and operation on the thumbnail screen

For details about the screen of the sub display, see “Sub Display Screen” (page 17) in “On-Screen Indications.”

Controls

Function buttons (page 14)

Switches the screen of the sub display. If there are multiple screens for a function, press the function button repeatedly.

• CAMERA button

• FILE button

• AU/TC (audio/timecode) button

• VIEW button

Item button (page 14)

Selects the item of the sub display.

SEL/SET dial (MENU dial) (page 11)

When you turn it, the cursor moves in the corresponding direction, permitting you to select menu items or setting values. Press the MENU dial to select the item.

CANCEL/BACK button (page 11)

To return to the previous layer of the menu. An uncompleted change is canceled.

Note

When the setup menu is being displayed by pressing the MENU button (page 13), or the status display is being displayed by pressing the STATUS button (page 12), you cannot operate other than the VIEW screen.

Setting the basic items

1 Press the function button to select the

screen of the function to be set.

2 Press the item button to select the item

to be set.

Setting value of the item that can be set is orange.

3 Turn the MENU dial to move the cursor

to the item to be set.

Settings

4 Press the MENU dial to enter the

selected item.

Using the sub display as the operation button

Press the VIEW button (page 14) to display the VIEW-1/VIEW-2 screen (page 18), then operate the displayed function with the item button. The cursor operation on the sub display is used on the setup menu (page 56) and the clip operation (page

48).

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Sub Display Setting Items

The item names and its settings are listed below.

Note

When the CBK-55BK (EFP Style Buildup Kit) is attached to the camcorder, some operations and settings are limited.

CAMERA Screen

CAMERA-1

Item name Setting

S&Q FPS

Shutter

Settings

Color Temp

On: Turns the Slow & Quick motion mode on, and sets the frame rate. (See page 66 for the selectable item.) Off: Turns the Slow & Quick motion mode off.

Sets the electronic shutter speed and shutter angle. Select from following 11 types of items. Off: Turns the electronic shutter function off. Value of Step Shutter: Selects from 8 types of presets that are registered as Step Shutter. (You can change the preset value after selecting.) Continuous: Selects the available speed/angle. (See page 64 for the selectable item.) SLS: Selects the slow shutter function. (Set the number of frames to accumulate after selecting.)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The SHUTTER switch on the CBK-55BK takes priority. If the SHUTTER switch is set to OFF, “Value of Step Shutter” and “Continuous” cannot be selected. If the SHUTTER switch is set to ON, “Off” cannot be selected.

Sets the color temperature of the white balance. Preset 3200K/4300K/5500K: Sets the white balance to the preset value of color temperature 3200K/4300K/5500K. Memory A/Memory B: Sets the color temperature of the white balance that is stored on the white memory A or B.

Note

“Memory A”/”Memory B” cannot be selected when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.”

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The WHITE BAL switch on the CBK-55BK takes priority. When “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Custom,” “Preset 3200K/4300K/5500K,” and “Memory A/Memory B” cannot be changed on the sub display. If the WHITE BAL switch is set to PRST, “Memory A/Memory B” cannot be selected. If the WHITE BAL switch is set to A or B, only the color temperature of the white balance that is stored on the white memory on each Memory A/Memory B can be set. If “Shooting Mode” is set to “Cine EI,” the preset value can be selected from Preset 3200K/4300K/5500K for each position of the WHITE BAL switch.

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Item name Setting

Sensitivity/Gain/ Exposure Index

Sets the sensitivity/gain. The item name (Sensitivity/Gain) and setting value differ, depending on the “Mode” setting in “Gain” (page 61). (See page 61 for the selectable item.) The item name becomes “Exposure Index” and sets the EI value when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.” (See page 62 for the selectable item.) User Gamma: Selects the user gamma. (User1 / User2 / User3 / User4 / User5)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

You can select the setting value for each position (L/M/H) of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK. The GAIN switch position is displayed on the left of the setting value.

Gamma/High Latitude

Sets the gamma category and gamma table. STD: Selects the standard gamma. STD1 DVW / STD2 ×4.5 / STD3 ×3.5 / STD4 240M / STD5 R709 / STD6 ×5.0 HG: Selects the hyper gamma. HG1 3250G36 / HG2 4600G30 / HG3 3259G40 / HG4 4609G33 / HG7 8009G40 / HG8 8009G33 S-Log2: Selects S-Log2. S-Log3: Selects S-Log3.

Note

“High Latitude” is displayed when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.”

MLUT

Selects and sets LUT/Look Profile. (See page 78 for the selectable item.)

CAMERA-2

Item name Setting

Color Bars

Auto White

Auto Black

Sub&HDMI

Viewfinder

SDI (Sub) Disp.

Turns the color bars on/off.

Performs the auto white balance function. (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

Performs the auto black balance function.

Selects whether to apply monitor LUT for the output image from SDI (Sub) and HDMI when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.”

Selects whether to apply monitor LUT for the viewfinder image when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Cine EI.”

Select whether to output the character information and marker to the SDI (Sub) output.

FILE Screen

FILE-1

Item name Setting

All File Load 1 to 6

FILE-2

Item name Setting

Scene Recall 1 to 5/ Standard

Loads the All file (1 to 6) from the SD card that is inserted into the SD card slot.

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

Settings

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FILE-3

Item name Setting

Lens Recall 1 to 6

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

AU/TC (audio/timecode) Screen

AU/TC-1

Item name Setting

MIC CH1 Ref

CH1 Input

Settings

CH1 Select

MIC CH2 Ref

CH2 Input

CH2 Select

Select the reference input level when the AUDIO IN CH1 switch is set to MIC from –60 dB/–50 dB/–40 dB.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The item name is changed to “Rear MIC1 Ref,” and sets the reference level when the AUDIO IN CH-1 switch on the rear of the CBK-55BK is set to MIC (select from –70 dB/–60 dB/–50 dB/–40 dB/–30 dB).

Auto: Adjusts the recording level automatically. Manual: Adjust the recording level manually from –99 to +99.

Note

If the AES/EBU signal is selected for the audio input signal, the recording level is locked.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

This item does not appear because the setting of this item follows the settings of the AUDIO SELECT CH-1 switch and position of the LEVEL CH-1 knob on the CBK55BK.

Displays the input source for AUDIO IN CH1.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The input source of AUDIO IN CH-1 on the rear of the CBK-55BK is displayed.

Select the reference input level when the AUDIO IN CH2 switch is set to MIC from –60 dB/–50 dB/–40 dB.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The item name is changed to “Rear MIC2 Ref,” and sets the reference level when the AUDIO IN CH-2 switch on the rear of the CBK-55BK is set to MIC (select from –70 dB/–60 dB/–50 dB/–40 dB/–30 dB).

Auto: Adjusts the recording level automatically. Manual: Adjust the recording level manually from –99 to +99.

Note

If the AES/EBU signal is selected for the audio input signal, the recording level is locked.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

This item does not appear because the setting of this item follows the settings of the AUDIO SELECT CH-2 switch and position of the LEVEL CH-2 knob on the CBK55BK.

Displays the input source for AUDIO IN CH2.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The input source of AUDIO IN CH-2 on the rear of the CBK-55BK is displayed.

Sub Display Setting Items

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AU/TC-2

Item name Setting

Monitor CH

Selects the audio channel that is output to the headphones and speaker. (See page 75 for the selectable item.)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The status of the MONITOR switch on the CBK-55BK is displayed.

Monitor Level

Adjusts the monitor volume from 0 to 99.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

This item does not appear because the setting of the item is adjusted on the MONITOR knob on the CBK-55BK.

AU/TC-3

Item name Setting

Display

Reset

Set

Mode

Run

TC Source

Switches the indication for the time data (Timecode/Duration).

Resets the timecode and counter to 00:00:00:00.

Sets the timecode to the desired value.

Sets the timecode mode. Preset (Ext): Starts the timecode from the specified value. Int. Regen (regeneration): Starts the timecode from that of the previous clip.

Sets the condition for the timecode. Rec Run: Advances the timecode during recording only. Free Run: Keeps advancing regardless of the state of recording.

Displays the external lock status for the timecode. Internal: The timecode is not locked when “S&Q Motion” is set to “Off” and timecode is set to “Preset (Ext-Lk)” and “Free Run.” External: The timecode is locked when “S&Q Motion” is set to “Off” and timecode is set to “Preset (Ext-Lk)” and “Free Run.” No indication: Other than above.

Settings

Sub Display Setting Items

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Setup Menu Operations

The Setup menu allowing you to perform various settings that are needed for recording and playing, appears on the viewfinder screen by pressing the MENU button. (You can display the Setup menu on the external video monitor or sub display.)

Menu controls

MENU button (page 13)

To turn the menu mode to use the setup menus on/ off.

SEL/SET dial (MENU dial) (page 11)

When you turn the dial, the cursor moves up or down, permitting you to select menu items or setting values. Press the MENU dial to select the highlighted item.

CANCEL/BACK button (page 11)

To return to the previous menu. An uncompleted

Settings

change is canceled.

Up/Down/Left/Right buttons, SET button (page

18)

When you press the up/down/left/right buttons on the sub display (VIEW-2), the cursor moves in the corresponding direction, permitting you to select menu items or setting values. Press the SET button to enter the highlighted item.

Note

In the focus magnifier mode (page 46), the setup menu cannot be used.

Setting the Setup menus

Turn the MENU dial to set the cursor to the item of the menu you wish to set, then press the MENU dial to select that item.

• The menu item selection area can show 9 lines at maximum. When all the selectable items cannot be displayed at one time, you can scroll the display up or down by moving the cursor.

• For items having a wide range of available values (example: –99 to +99), the available value area is not displayed. The current setting is highlighted instead, indicating that the setting is ready for change.

• When you select “Execute” for an execution item, the corresponding function is executed.

• When you select an item that you must confirm before execution, the menu display temporarily disappears, and a confirmation message is displayed. Follow the instructions of the message, and specify whether to execute or cancel.

Entering a character string

When you select an item for which a character string, such as a filename, is to be specified, the character input screen appears.

1 Select character type by turning the

MENU dial, then press the MENU dial to enter.

ABC: Uppercase alphabetical abc: Lowercase alphabetical 123: Numerical !#$: Special

2 Select a character from the selected

character type.

The cursor moves to the next column. Space: Inputs space on the position of the cursor. T/t: Moves the cursor. BS: Deletes a character on the left of the cursor.

3 Select “Done” after inputting

characters.

The input characters are entered and the character input screen disappears.

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User Menu

The User Menu consists of the items that are copied from the Camera, Paint, Audio, Video, VF, TC/UB, Recording, Media, File, Maintenance, and System menu. By registering the highly-used items in advance, you can easily recall the desired item. You can register up to 20 items for the User Menu.

The User Menu consists of the following hierarchies.

The following 10 items are registered for the default setting.

• System Setting (System menu)

• Base Setting (System menu)

• Rec Format (System menu)

• Rec Control (Recording menu)

• Output Format (Video menu)

• Monitor LUT (Video menu)

• Clip Naming (Media menu)

• VF Setting (VF menu)

• Assignable Button (System menu)

• Format Media (Media menu)

First hierarchy Second hierarchy Third hierarchy List of edit

functions

User Menu Registered item Sets the item.

Edit User Menu Registered item Delete Deletes the item.

Move Moves the item.

Edit Subitem Edits the subitem.

Add Item Adds the item.

Customize Reset Returns the registration

The customized User Menu items can be stored on an SD Card as the User Menu Item file. You can load the User Menu items from the SD Card.

Note

You cannot register double items/subitems and change the name of items/subitems.

Editing the registered item

1 Display the User Menu of the setup

menu.

The registered items are displayed.

2 Select “Edit User Menu” from the User

Menu.

3 Select the item for editing.

The list for edit functions is displayed.

4 Select the edit item.

Delete: Deletes the selected item. Move: Moves the selected item. Move the B mark to the desired position. Edit Subitem: Edits the subitem of the selected item. Select the subitem and decide registering/unregistering of the subitem by

performing the decision operation (selection/ deselection of the checkbox). Select “OK” after setting.

Adding items

1 Select the User Menu > “Edit User

Menu” > “Add Item.”

Items that can be registered to the User Menu are displayed.

2 Select the item that you want to register.

The subitem editing display of the selected item is displayed.

3 Select registering/unregistering of the

subitem.

Select the subitem and decide registering/ unregistering of the subitem by performing the decision operation (selection/deselection of the checkbox).

4 Select “OK.”

The added item is displayed on the User Menu.

Contents

to the default.

Settings

Setup Menu Operations

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Return the User Menu registration to the default setting

1 Select the User Menu > “Edit User

Menu” > “Customize Reset.”

2 Select “Reset” > “Execute.”

Settings

Setup Menu Operations

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Setup Menu List

The functions and available settings of menus are listed below. The default settings set at the factory are shown in bold face (example:

Preset 3200K).

Note

If the CBK-55BK (EFP Style Buildup Kit) is attached to the camcorder, some items are added, and some operations and settings are limited.

Camera Menu

Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

White

Setting for white balance

Auto White Balance

Execute / Cancel

White Switch

Preset 3200K / Preset 4300K / Preset 5500K / Memory A / Memory B

Color Temp.

1500K to 50000K (3200K)

Color Temp. Balance

–99 to +99 (±0)

Performs the auto white balance function. Execute: Executes this function. (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

Sets the operation mode for “White.” Preset 3200K/4300K/5500K: Set the white balance to the preset value of the color temperature 3200K/4300K/5500K. Memory A/Memory B: Adjusts the white balance manually. Perform the auto white balance function (one push). (“Memory A/Memory B” is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

When “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Custom,” this item is available only when the WHITE BAL switch on the CBK-55BK is set to PRST. “Preset 3200K/Preset 4300K/Preset 5500K” can be selected.

Displays and sets the color temperature of white balance that is stored in the white memory. (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

This item is available only when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Custom,” and the WHITE BAL switch on the CBK55BK is set to A or B, and displays/sets the color temperature of the white balance for each position (A or B).

Sets the color temperature more precisely, if the result is not as you desire, even though you set “Color Temp.” (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

This item is available only when “Shooting Mode” (page 90) is set to “Custom,” and the WHITE BAL switch on the CBK55BK is set to A or B, and displays/sets the white balance value for each position (A or B).

Settings

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

R Gain

–99 to +99 (±0)

B Gain

–99 to +99 (±0)

Shockless White

Off / 1 / 2 / 3

Settings

Filter White Memory

On / Off

Offset White

Setting for the offset white balance

Black

Setting for the black

Setting

On / Off

Offset <Memory>

–99 to +99 (±0)

Auto Black Balance

Execute / Cancel

Master Black

–99 to +99 (±0)

R Black

–99 to +99 (±0)

B Black

–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the R gain value of white balance that is stored in the memory. (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

Sets the B gain value of white balance that is stored in the memory. (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

Sets the speed of change in white balance when the white balance mode is switched. Off: Changes instantly. 1 to 3: Select a larger number to change the white balance more slowly through interpolation.

Turns on/off “Filter White Memory” that sets the memory area of the white balance for each position number of the ND filter.

Turns on/off “Offset White” that is for the auto white balance function (one push). (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

Adjusts the volume of the offset white for the auto white balance function (one push). (This setting is available only when “White Switch” is set to “Memory A/Memory B.”)

Performs the auto black balance function. Execute: Executes this function.

Sets the master black level. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Sets the R black level. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Sets the B black level. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Flare

Setting the flare correction

Gain

Setting for the Gain

Setting

On / Off

Master Flare

–99 to +99 (±0)

R Flare

–99 to +99 (±0)

G Flare

–99 to +99 (±0)

B Flare

–99 to +99 (±0)

Mode

ISO / dB

Gain

•PMW-F5 When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “STD” or “HG (HG1/HG2/ HG3/HG4)”

ISO 800 to ISO 6400

When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “HG (HG7/HG8)”

ISO 1600 to ISO 12500

When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “S-Log2” or “S-Log3”

ISO 2000 to ISO 16000

•PMW-F55 When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “STD” or “HG (HG1/HG2/ HG3/HG4)”

ISO 500 to ISO 4000

When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “HG (HG7/HG8)”

ISO 1000 to ISO 8000

When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “ISO,” and “Gamma Category” is set to “S-Log2” or “S-Log3”

ISO 1250 to ISO 10000

When “Mode” in “Gain” is set to “dB”

–3dB / 0dB / 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 18dB

Turns the flare correction function on/off. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom,” and this setting is locked to “Off” when “Shooting Mode” is set to “Cine EI.”)

Sets the user adjustment value for master flare of the flare correction that is caused by the camcorder.

Sets the user adjustment value for R flare of the flare correction that is caused by the camcorder.

Sets the user adjustment value for G flare of the flare correction that is caused by the camcorder.

Sets the user adjustment value for B flare of the flare correction that is caused by the camcorder.

Selects the gain setting mode. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Sets the gain. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The setting value that follows the position of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK is displayed.

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Exposure Index

•PMW-F5

500EI to 8000EI (2000EI)

•PMW-F55

320EI to 5000EI (1250EI)

Highlight Latitude

4.0E to 8.0E (6.0E)

Gain/EI Switch <L>

Settings

(Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

See “Gain” or “Exposure Index” for the selectable items. Default setting: Same value as the “Gain” setting for “Custom,” “800EI” for “Cine EI”

Gain/EI Switch <M> (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

See “Gain” or “Exposure Index” for the selectable items. Default setting: Double the value of the default setting of “Gain” for “Custom,” same value as the default setting of “Exposure Index” for “Cine EI”

Gain/EI Switch <H> (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

See “Gain” or “Exposure Index” for the selectable items. Default setting: Four times the value of the default setting of “Gain” for “Custom,” Double the value of the default setting of “Exposure Index” setting for “Cine EI”

Sets the EI value. (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Cine EI.”)

Note

The Highlight Latitude values for each EI value are follows:

•PMW-F5 500EI: 4.0E / 640EI: 4.3E / 800EI: 4.7E / 1000EI: 5.0E / 1250EI: 5.3E / 1600EI: 5.7E / 2000EI: 6.0E / 2500EI: 6.3E / 3200EI: 6.7E / 4000EI: 7.0E / 5000EI: 7.3E / 6400EI:

7.7E / 8000EI: 8.0E

•PMW-F55 320EI: 4.0E / 400EI: 4.3E / 500EI: 4.7E / 640EI: 5.0E / 800EI: 5.3E / 1000EI: 5.7E / 1250EI: 6.0E / 1600EI: 6.3E / 2000EI: 6.7E / 2500EI: 7.0E / 3200EI: 7.3E / 4000EI: 7.7E / 5000EI: 8.0E

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The setting value that follows the position of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK is displayed.

Displays the Highlight Latitude value according to the “Exposure Index” setting.

Sets the L level of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK.

Note

When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom,” the selectable items are same as the selections in “Gain.” When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Cine EI,” the selectable items are same as the selections in “Exposure Index.”

Sets the M level of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK.

Note

When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom,” the selectable items are same as them in “Gain.” When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Cine EI,” the selectable items are same as them in “Exposure Index.”

Sets the H level of the GAIN/EI switch on the CBK-55BK.

Note

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Remote Gain L

–3dB / 0dB / 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 18dB

Remote Gain M

–3dB / 0dB / 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 18dB

Remote Gain H

–3dB / 0dB / 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 18dB

Shockless Gain

On / Off

Sets the gain switch L level for RM (such as RM-B150, etc.). (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Sets the gain switch M level for RM (such as RM-B150, etc.). (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Sets the gain switch H level for RM (such as RM-B150, etc.). (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Turns the shockless gain function on/off.

Settings

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Shutter

Specifying operating conditions of the electronic shutter

Setting

On / Off

Mode

Speed / Angle

Select

Step / Continuous

Shutter Value Sets the shutter speed/angle.

When “Mode” is set to “Speed”

Format setting Step Continuous

Settings

59.94P 1/100 / 1/120 / 1/125 / 1/250 / 1/500 /

59.94i 1/60 to 1/7000 50P 50i

29.97P 1/50 / 1/60 / 1/120 / 1/125 / 1/250 /

25P 1/30 / 1/50 / 1/60 / 1/100 / 1/250 /

24P 1/48 / 1/50 / 1/60 / 1/120 / 1/250 /

23.98P 1/48 / 1/50 / 1/60 / 1/120 / 1/250 /

When “Mode” is set to “Angle”

1/1000 / 1/2000 / 1/4000

1/60 / 1/100 / 1/120 / 1/125 / 1/250 / 1/500 / 1/1000 / 1/2000

1/500 / 1/1000 / 1/2000

Format setting Step Continuous

59.94P

59.94i 50P 50i

29.97P 25P 24P

23.98P

Step Select

Execute / Cancel

216.0 / 180.0 / 120.0 / 90.0 / 45.0 / 22.5 / 11.2 / 5.6

300.0 / 180.0 / 150.0 / 90.0 / 45.0 / 22.5 / 11.2 / 5.6

216.0 / 180.0 / 120.0 / 90.0 / 45.0 / 22.5 / 11.2 / 5.6

300.0 / 180.0 / 150.0 / 90.0 / 45.0 / 22.5 / 11.2 / 5.6

180.0 / 172.8 / 144.0 / 90.0 / 45.0 / 22.5 / 11.2 / 5.6

Turns the electronic shutter function on/off.

When the CBK-55BK is attached

The setting value that follows the position of the SHUTTER switch on the CBK-55BK is displayed.

Selects modes of the electronic shutter.

Selects the setting method for the electronic shutter speed.

Speed mode: Shutter speed Angle mode: Shutter angle. Setting value differs depending on the format setting and the “Select” setting in “Shutter.”

1/60 to 1/8000

1/50 to 1/7000

1/30 to 1/8000

1/25.02 to 1/7000 When “S&Q Motion” is set to “On” 1/30 to 1/7000 1/24.02 to 1/6000 When “S&Q Motion” is set to “On” 1/30.02 to 1/6000

1/23.99 to 1/6000 When “S&Q Motion” is set to “On” 1/30.03 to 1/6000

359.7 to 4.2

Changes the preset value for “Shutter Value” (8 types) of the “Step” setting in “Select.” Add: Adds a step shutter value. When 8 steps are already

registered, delete a step shutter value by using “Delete” to

make the space for adding the new step shutter value. Delete: Deletes a registered step shutter value. Step 1~8: Displays a registered step shutter value.

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Slow Shutter

Setting the slow shutter

Auto Exposure

Setting the auto adjusting for the video level (This setting is available only for a lens that is compatible with the iris control function.)

Setting

On / Off

Number of Frames

2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / 7 / 8

Level

+2.0 to –2.0 (±0)

Speed

–99 to +99 (±0)

Clip High light

On / Off

Detect Window

1 to 6 (1)

Detect Window Indication

On / Off

Turns the slow shutter function on/off. (You cannot change the on/off setting while recording.)

Sets the number of frames to accumulate for the slow shutter.

Sets the desired control level (bright/dark) for auto iris.

Sets the control speed for auto iris.

Turns on/off the function that makes dull the response for high luminance by ignoring the detection of high luminance area.

Selects the type of the detect window.

Turns on/off the function that displays the frame of the detect window as a marker.

Settings

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

S&Q Motion

Setting the Slow & Quick Motion function

Settings

Setting

On / Off

High Frame Rate Mode

Off / Full Scan / Center Scan

Frame Rate

1 to 240 (24)

Turns the Slow & Quick Motion function on/off. This setting is not available when “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to the following settings.

• MPEG 1920 × 1080/1280 × 720

• SStP SR-SQ 444/422

• SStP SR-Lite 422 (This setting is not available when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RGB.”

Sets the high speed shooting method more than 60P. Off: High speed shooting is not performed. Full Scan: Performs high speed shooting with the picture

angle of Super 35 mm size. Center Scan: Performs high speed shooting with half size of

picture angle of Super 35 mm size on the center area of a

picture.

Note

When “Imager Scan Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “2K Full,” this setting is locked to “Full Scan.” When “Imager Scan Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “2K Center,” this setting is locked to “Center Scan.”

Sets the frame rate for the Slow & Quick Motion recording.

Note

Available settings are follows. When “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “Off”

1 to 60 (24)

When “High Frame Rate Mode” is set to “Full Scan” or “Center Scan”

• When “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System

menu is set to “RAW,” and “Rec Control” of the Recording menu is set to “AXS”

—72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150,

160, 168, 175, 180, 240

• When “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System

menu is set to “RAW,” and “Rec Control” of the Recording menu is set to “SxS&AXS”

—72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150,

160, 168, 175, 180 (system frequency: 23.98/24/29.97/

59.94)

—72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150

(system frequency: 25/50)

• When “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System

menu is set to “YPbPr”

—72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150,

160, 168, 175, 180 (system frequency: 23.98/24/29.97/

59.94)

—72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150

(system frequency: 25/50) (This setting is not available when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RGB.”

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Camera

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Color Bars

Setting the Color Bars

Noise Suppression

Setting the noise suppression

Flicker Reduce

Setting Flicker Compensation

Image Inversion

Setting the image inversion function

Lens Interface

Setting the lens interface

Setting

On / Off

Type

ARIB / SMPTE / 75% / 100%

Setting

On / Off

Level

Low / Mid / High

Mode

Auto / On / Off

Frequency

50 Hz / 60 Hz

Setting

Normal / V Inv

Setting

Type C / Type A / Type C+12P / Type A+12P / Off

Turns the color bars on/off.

Selects the type of color bar.

Turns the noise suppression function on/off. (The default settings is “Off” when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Cine EI.”)

Sets the noise suppression level.

Set the operation of the Flicker-Reduction function.

Set to the power supply frequency of the light source causing flicker.

Sets the image inversion.

Selects the lens interface according to the connected lens type. When using an optional LA-FZB1/FZB2 mount adapter, select “Type C.” When using the lens mount adapter with Lens 12 pin (service parts), select “Type C+12P” or “Type A+12P.”

Note

If changing this setting while the lens attached to the camcorder, turn the camcorder off, then turn it on.

Zoom Limit

Off / Zoom Range 1 / Zoom Range 2

Sets the limit for the zoom operation range of the power zoom.

Settings

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Paint Menu

The Paint menu settings are available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” (page 90) of the System menu is set to “Custom.”

Paint

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Settings

Gamma

Adjusting the gamma compensation

Black Gamma

Adjusting the black gamma compensation

Setting

On / Off

Step Gamma

0.35 to 0.90 (0.45)

Master Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

R Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

G Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

B Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

Gamma Category

STD / HG / User / S-Log2 / S-Log3

Gamma Select

When “Gamma Category” is set to “STD”

STD1 DVW / STD2 ×4.5 / STD3 ×3.5 / STD4 240M / STD5 R709 / STD6 ×5.0

When “Gamma Category” is set to “HG”

HG1 3250G36 / HG2 4600G30 / HG3 3259G40 / HG4 4609G33 / HG7 8009G40 /

HG8 8009G33 When “Gamma Category” is set to “User”

User 1 / User 2 / User 3 / User

4 / User 5 When “Gamma Category” is set to “S-Log2”

S-Log2

When “Gamma Category” is set to “S-Log3”

S-Log3

Setting

On / Off

Range

LOW / HIGH

Master Black Gamma

–2 to +2 (±0)

Turns the gamma compensation function on/off.

Sets the gamma compensation value in 0.05 steps.

Adjusts the master gamma level.

Adjusts the R gamma level.

Adjusts the G gamma level.

Adjusts the B gamma level.

Select from among “STD” (standard gamma), “HG” (hyper gamma), “User” (user gamma), “S-Log2,” or “S-Log3.”

Selects the gamma table that is used for the gamma compensation.

Turns the black gamma compensation function on/off. (This setting is available only when “Gamma Category” in “Gamma” of the Paint menu is set to “STD.”)

Selects the black gamma correction effective range. LOW: 0 to 3.6% HIGH: 0 to 28.8%

Sets the master black gamma level.

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Paint

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Knee

Adjusting the knee compensation

White Clip

Adjusting the white clipping

Setting

On / Off

Point

75% to 109% (90%)

Slope

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Saturation

On / Off

Knee Saturation Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Setting

On / Off

Level

When the system frequency setting is 59.94, 29.97, or 23.98.

90.0% to 109.0% (108.0%)

When the system frequency setting is 50, 25, or 24.

90.0% to 109.0% (105.0%)

Turns the knee compensation function on/off. (This setting is available only when “Gamma Category” in “Gamma” is set to “STD.”)

Sets the knee point.

Sets the knee slope.

Turns the knee saturation function on/off.

Adjusts the knee saturation level.

Turns the white clipping adjustment on or off. (This setting is available only when “Gamma Category” in “Gamma” is set to “STD” or “HG.”)

Sets the white clip level.

Settings

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Paint

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Detail

Setting the detail adjusting

Settings

Aperture

Setting the aperture compensation

Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

H/V Ratio

–99 to +99 (±0)

Crispening

–99 to +99 (±0)

Level Depend

On / Off

Level Depend Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Frequency

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Aperture

On / Off

Knee Aperture Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

Black Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

V Black Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

V Detail Creation

NAM / Y / G / G+R

Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Turns the detail adjusting function on/off.

Adjusts the detail level.

Adjusts the ratio between the H detail level and V detail level.

Adjusts the crispening level.

Turns the level depend adjustment function on/off.

Adjusts the level depend level.

Sets the center frequency of the H details signal. (Setting the center frequency higher decreases the details.)

Turns the knee aperture compensation function on/off.

Adjusts the knee aperture level.

Adjusts both the white and black detail limiter.

Adjusts the white detail limiter.

Adjusts the black detail limiter.

Adjusts the black V detail limiter.

Selects the source signal to generate the V detail signal. NAM: Highest level signal of V detail signal that is generated by R signal, G signal, or B signal. Y: Y signal G: G signal G+R: Synthesized signal from G and R signal with a same ratio.

Turns the aperture compensation function on/off.

Adjusts the aperture level.

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Paint

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Skin Detail

Adjusting the skin detail compensation

Matrix

Setting of the Matrix correction

Setting

On / Off

Area Detection

Execute/Cancel

Area Indication

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Saturation

–99 to +99 (±0)

Hue

0 to 359

Width

0 to 90 (40)

Setting

On / Off

Preset Matrix

On / Off

Preset Select

•PMW-F5:

Standard / High Saturation /

FL Light / Cinema / F55 709

• PMW-F55:

1: SMPTE240M / 2: ITU-709 /

3: SMPTE Wide / 4: NTSC /

5: EBU / 10: S-Gamut3.Cine

Like / 11: S-Gamut3 Like

User Matrix

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Phase

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix R-G

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix R-B

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix G-R

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix G-B

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix B-R

–99 to +99 (±0)

User Matrix B-G

–99 to +99 (±0)

Turns the skin detail compensation function on/off.

Detects the color for the skin detail compensation. Execute: Executes this function.

Turn on/off the function that displays the zebra pattern in the target area for the skin detail compensation.

Adjusts the skin detail level.

Adjusts the color (saturation) level for the skin detail compensation.

Adjusts the color hue for the skin detail compensation.

Adjusts the width of the color hue for the skin detail compensation.

Turns the matrix correction function on/off.

Turns the preset matrix function on/off.

Selects the preset matrix.

Turns the user matrix correction function on/off.

Adjusts the color saturation for the entire picture area.

Adjusts the color phase for the entire picture area.

Finely adjusts the color phase for the entire picture area by independently setting each of the factors.

Settings

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Paint

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Multi Matrix

Settings for the multi-matrix correction

Setting

On / Off

Area Indication

On / Off

Color Detection

Execute/Cancel

Axis

B / B+ /MG- / MG / MG+ / R /

R+ / YL- / YL /YL+ / G- / G /

G+ / CY / CY+ / B-

Hue

–99 to +99 (±0)

Saturation

–99 to +99 (±0)

Settings

Turns on/off the multi-matrix correction, which allows specific colors to be selected for saturation correction in a 16axis hue space.

Displays a zebra pattern in the areas of the specified color for multi-matrix correction.

Detects the target color on the screen for multi-matrix correction. Execute: Executes this function.

Specifies a color targeted by multi-matrix correction (16-axis mode).

Sets the color hue of the color targeted by multi-matrix correction for each 16-axis mode.

Sets the saturation of the color targeted by multi-matrix correction for each 16-axis mode.

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Audio Menu

Audio

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Audio Input

Setting for audio inputs

Note

This item cannot be selected when removing the audio connector panel.

Front MIC Select (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Mono / Stereo

Rear XLR Auto (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

On / Off

Front MIC CH1 Ref (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

–70dB / –60dB / –50dB /

–40dB / –30dB

Front MIC CH2 Ref (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

–70dB / –60dB / –50dB /

–40dB / –30dB

Rear MIC CH1 Ref (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

–70dB / –60dB / –50dB /

–40dB / –30dB

Rear MIC CH2 Ref (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

–70dB / –60dB / –50dB /

–40dB / –30dB

MIC CH1 Ref

–60dB / –50dB / –40dB

MIC CH2 Ref

–60dB / –50dB / –40dB

Line Input Ref (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

0dB / +4dB / –3dB / EBUL

Selects the front microphone sound from either monaural and stereo.

Turn on/off the function that detects audio cable connection for the AUDIO IN connector on the rear of the CBK-55BK automatically. On: Detects the audio cable connection automatically. REAR is selected for AUDIO CH-1 or AUDIO CH-2 input signal in spite of the setting of the AUDIO IN switch on the CBK55BK. Off: Selects the input signal by following the setting of the AUDIO IN switch on the CBK-55BK.

Selects the reference input level of CH-1 for the front microphone on the CBK-55BK.

Selects the reference input level of CH-2 for the front microphone on the CBK-55BK.

Selects the reference input level for when the AUDIO IN CH1 switch on the rear of the CBK-55BK is set to MIC.

Selects the reference input level for when the AUDIO IN CH2 switch on the rear of the CBK-55BK is set to MIC.

Selects the reference input level for when the AUDIO IN CH1 switch is set to MIC.

Note

This item is not displayed when the CBK-55BK is attached.

Selects the reference input level for when the AUDIO IN CH2 switch is set to MIC.

Note

This item is not displayed when the CBK-55BK is attached.

Selects the reference input level for when the AUDIO IN CH1/CH-2 switch on the rear of the CBK-55BK is set to LINE.

Settings

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Audio

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Limiter Mode

Off / –6dB / – 9dB / –12dB /

–15dB / –17dB

1KHz Tone on Color Bars

On / Off

CH-1 Wind Filter

On / Off

CH-2 Wind Filter

On / Off

CH-3 Wind Filter (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

On / Off

CH-4 Wind Filter (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

On / Off

MIC CH1 Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side1 / Front / Front+Side1

Settings

MIC CH2 Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side2 / Front / Front+Side2

Rear1/WRR Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side1 / Front / Front+Side1

Rear2/WRR Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side2 / Front / Front+Side2

Audio CH3 Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side3 / Front / Front+Side3

Selects the limiter level when a loud signal is input while setting audio input level manually. When you do not use the limiter, select “Off.”

Turn the 1-kHz reference tone signal on/off.

Turn the wind filter for the channel 1 on/off.

Turn the wind filter for the channel 2 on/off.

Turn the wind filter for the channel 3 on/off.

Turn the wind filter for the channel 4 on/off.

Select the knob for adjusting when recording the sound from the front microphone on the CBK-55BK to CH-1. Side1: LEVEL CH-1 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side1: LEVEL CH-1 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

Select the knob for adjusting when recording the sound from the front microphone on the CBK-55BK to CH-2. Side2: LEVEL CH-2 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side2: LEVEL CH-2 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

Select the knob for adjusting the sound from the wireless microphone attached to the CBK-55BK or device connected to the AUDIO IN CH-1 connector on the rear of the CBK55BK. Side1: LEVEL CH-1 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side1: LEVEL CH-1 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

Select the knob for adjusting the sound from the wireless microphone attached to the CBK-55BK or device connected to the AUDIO IN CH-2 connector on the rear of the CBK55BK. Side2: LEVEL CH-2 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side2: LEVEL CH-2 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

Select the knob for adjusting the audio level of sound recorded to channel 3. Side3: LEVEL CH-3 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side3: LEVEL CH-3 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

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Audio

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Audio Level

Setting for audio recording level

Notes

• This item cannot be selected when removing the audio connector panel.

• The recording level for the channel that the AES/EBU signal is selected is locked.

Audio Output

Setting for audio outputs

Audio CH4 Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Side4 / Front / Front+Side4

CH-1 Audio Select

Auto / Manual

CH-2 Audio Select

Auto / Manual

CH-1 Audio Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

CH-2 Audio Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

AGC Spec

–6dB / –9dB / –12dB / –15dB / –17dB

CH1&2 AGC Mode

Mono / Stereo

CH3&4 AGC Mode (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Mono / Stereo

Reference Level (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

–20dB / –18dB / –16dB / –12dB / EBUL

Output CH

CH-1/CH-2

CH-3/CH-4

Monitor CH

When “Output CH” is set to “CH1/CH2”

CH-1/CH-2

CH-1

CH-2 When “Output CH” is set to “CH3/CH4”

CH-3/CH-4

CH-3

CH-4

Headphone Out

Mono / Stereo

Monitor Level

0 to 99

Select the knob for adjusting the audio level of sound recorded to channel 4. Side4: LEVEL CH-4 knob on the audio operating section Front: MIC LEVEL knob on the operating section (front) Front+Side4: LEVEL CH-4 knob and MIC LEVEL knob (interlocked)

The audio recording level is adjusted automatically when you set to “Auto.”

Adjusts the audio recording level when “CH-1 Audio Select” is set to “Manual.”

Adjusts the audio recording level when “CH-2 Audio Select” is set to “Manual.”

Selects the AGC level.

Selects auto adjusting method for the input level of an analog audio signal recorded to CH-1/CH-2 from “Mono” (performs for each channel) and “Stereo” (performs in stereo mode).

Selects auto adjusting method for the input level of an analog audio signal recorded to CH-3/CH-4 from “Mono” (performs for each channel) and “Stereo” (performs in stereo mode).

Sets the reference output level for 1 kHz test signal.

Selects audio output channels from either channels 1 and 2 or channels 3 and 4.

Note

This item cannot be set when the CBK-55BK is attached.

Selects the audio channel(s) to be fed to the headphones and the built-in speaker. CH-1/CH-2 (CH-3/CH-4): Stereo CH-1 (CH-3): CH-1 (CH-3) only CH-2 (CH-4): CH-2 (CH-4) only

Note

This item cannot be set when the CBK-55BK is attached.

Selects the headphones output, “Mono” or “Stereo.”

Adjusts the monitor level.

Note

This item cannot be set when the CBK-55BK is attached.

Settings

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Audio

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Reference Out (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

+4dB / 0dB / –3dB / EBUL

WRR Setting

Setting related to the wireless receiver (Only when the CBK-55BK is attached)

Settings

WRR Valid CH Sel

All / CH1

WRR CH Select

TX1 / TX2

WRR Delay Comp

On / Off

TX Displays the name of the transmitter of which signals are

TX Audio Peak

--- / Peak

TX Input Level

--- / Mic / Line

TX ATT Level Sets the ATT level of the transmitter of which signals are

TX LCF Frequency Sets the low cut filter frequency of the transmitter of which

TX System Delay

Auto / 0.0ms to 8.0ms

Sets the output level for the reference input level of the LIVE AUDIO OUT connector on the CBK-55BK.

Selects whether to enable channels 1 and 2 of the wireless receiver (“All”) or channel 1 only (“CH1”). All: Enables channels 1 and 2. CH1: Enables channel 1 only. (Select when using as the monaural wireless receiver.)

Specifies the target channel for menu display. TX1: Displays channel 1. TX2: Displays channel 2.

Enables delay compensation for wireless audio input. Off: Disables. On: Enables. (The audio in all E-E output is delayed by about 8 ms.)

being received on the channel selected by “WRR CH Select.”

Displays whether the AF level of the transmitter of which signals are being received on the channel selected by “WRR CH Select” are peaking.

Displays whether the input level of the transmitter of which signals are being received on the channel selected by “WRR CH Select” is set to MIC or LINE.

being received on the channel selected by “WRR CH Select.” (The setting range varies depending on the transmitter.)

signals are being received on the channel selected by “WRR CH Select.” (The setting range varies depending on the transmitter.)

Specifies the amount of audio delay for the channel selected by “WRR CH Select.” Auto: Automatically adjusts the amount of delay so that the delay in the audio received from the wireless transmitter is zero.

0.0ms to 8.0ms: Sets the amount of anticipated wireless system delay, for cases in which several wireless systems are being used over a devices such as an audio mixer.

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Video Menu

Video

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Output On/Off

Setting the video output

Output Format

Setting for the output format

Output Setting

Setting for the output conversion mode

SDI (Sub)

On / Off

HDMI

On / Off

SDI (Main) Selects the SDI (Main) output format.

SDI (Sub) Selects the SDI (sub) output format.

HDMI Selects the HDMI output format.

EXT IF Displays the extend IF output signal.

Test Displays the video output signal.

4K/2K to HD Conv.

Letter Box / Edge Crop /

Anamo ×1.3 / Anamo ×2

SD Mode

Letter Box / Edge Crop /

Squeeze

Turns the SDI (Sub) output on/off.

Turns the HDMI output on/off.

The setting value differs, depending on the settings of “Frequency” in “System Setting” and “Rec Format” of the System menu (page 101).

The setting value differs, depending on the settings of “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System menu and “SDI (Main)” in “Output Format” of the Video menu (page

101).

The setting value differs, depending on the settings of “Frequency” in “System Setting” and “Rec Format” of the System menu (page 105).

Sets the picture frame for YPbPr format video signal. Letter Box / Edge Crop: Sets the output conversion mode for 17:9 t 16:9 signal. (This setting is available only when “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “XAVC 4096 × 2160P” or “XAVC 2048 × 1080P.”) Anamo ×1.3 / Anamo ×2: Corrects the distortion of the images that are output from the video output when using an anamorphic lens. (This setting is available only when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RAW.”)

Note

The HD output signal when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RAW,” or the internal recorded signal when “Setting” in “Rec Control” of the Recording menu is set to “SxS & AXS,” is “Letter Box”equivalent signal.

Sets the output mode (aspect) for the SD signal.

Settings

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Video

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Monitor LUT

Setting for the monitor LUT

VF Menu

When there is a button or dial that corresponds to the menu item on the attached viewfinder, that item is not available.

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

VF Setting

Setting the viewfinder

Settings

Peaking

Setting the peaking function

Color

–99 to +99 (±0)

Contrast

–99 to +99 (±0)

Brightness

–99 to +99 (±0)

Color Mode

Color / B&W

Aspect

Auto / Full / Anamo ×1.3 /

Anamo ×2

Double Speed Drive

On / Off

Setting

On / Off

Peaking Type

Normal / Color

Frequency

Normal / High

Normal Peaking Level

0 to 99 (50)

Color

B&W / Red / Yellow / Blue

Color Peaking Level

0 to 99 (50)

Adjusts the color of pictures on the viewfinder.

Adjusts the contrast of pictures on the viewfinder.

Adjusts the brightness of pictures on the viewfinder.

Selects the display mode of the viewfinder while E-E display/ recording.

Selects the displayed area of pictures for the viewfinder. Anamo ×1.3 / Anamo ×2: Corrects the distortion of the images on the viewfinder screen when using an anamorphic lens. (This setting is available only when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RAW.”)

Turns on/off the function that doubles the frame rate for the viewfinder display when the system frequency is 23.98, 24, 25, or 29.97. (When this function is set to “On,” the settable range for “Shutter Value” in “Shutter” of the Camera menu is limited to 180 degrees for the shutter angle.)

Notes

This function is not available on the following settings.

• System frequency is 50 or 59.94.

• “Setting” in “S&Q Motion” of the Camera menu is set to “On.”

• “Setting” in “Slow Shutter” of the Camera menu is set to “On.”

• Recording format is set to SStP SR-SQ 444/SStP SR-Lite 422/SStP SR-SQ 422.

• During playback or displaying thumbnail.

Turns the peaking function on/off.

Selects the peaking type. Normal: Normal peaking. Color: Color peaking.

Selects the peaking frequency from “Normal” (normal frequency) or “High” (high frequency).

Sets the normal peaking level.

Selects the color of the peaking signal when “Peaking Type” is set to “Color.”

Sets the color peaking level.

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Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Marker

Setting the marker indications

Zebra

Setting the zebra pattern

Setting

All / VF / SDI/HDMI / Off

Color

White / Yellow / Cyan / Green / Magenta / Red / Blue

Center Marker

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / Off

Safety Zone

On / Off

Safety Area

80% / 90% / 92.5% / 95%

Aspect Marker

Line / Mask / Off

Aspect Select

4:3 / 13:9 / 14:9 / 15:9 / 16:9 / 17:9 / 1.66:1 / 1.85:1 / 2.35:1 /

2.4:1

Aspect Mask

0 to 15 (12)

Aspect Safety Zone

On / Off

Aspect Safety Area

80% / 90% / 92.5% / 95%

User Box

On / Off

User Box Width

3 to 479 (240)

User Box Height

3 to 269 (135)

User Box H Position

–476 to 476 (0)

User Box V Position

–266 to 266 (0)

100% Marker

On / Off

Setting

On / Off

Zebra Select

1 / 2 / Both

Zebra1 Level

50% to 107% (70%)

Zebra1 Aperture Level

1% to 20% (10%)

Zebra2 Level

52% to 109% (100%)

Turns all marker indications on the viewfinder on/off.

Sets the marker color.

Selects the center marker type when displaying the center marker. Select “Off” to turn off the center marker.

Turns the safety zone marker on/off.

Selects the size (ratio to the entire screen) of the safety zone marker.

Selects the aspect marker. Line: To show white lines Mask: To lower the video signal level of areas outside the

marker range.

Off: To not display.

Select the ratio of the aspect marker.

When “Aspect Marker” is set to “Mask,” select the brightness of images outside the aspect marker.

Turns the aspect safety zone marker on/off.

Selects the size (ratio to the entire screen) of the aspect safety zone marker.

Turns the box cursor indication on/off.

Sets the width of the rectangle for the user box.

Sets the height of the rectangle for the user box.

Sets the horizontal position of the user box.

Sets the vertical position of the user box.

Turns 100% marker on/off.

Turns the zebra function on/off.

Select the zebra pattern(s) (Zebra 1, Zebra 2, or both of Zebra 1 and Zebra 2) to be displayed.

Sets the display level of zebra 1.

Sets the aperture level of zebra 1.

Sets the display level of zebra 2.

Settings

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Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Display On/Off

Selecting the items to be displayed

Settings

Setting

On / Off

Shutter Setting

On / Off

ND Filter Position

On / Off

Gain Setting

On / Off

Rec/Play Status

On / Off

Color Temp.

On / Off

Frame Rate / Interval

On / Off

Battery Remain

On / Off

Timecode

On / Off

Audio Level Meter

On / Off

Media Status

On / Off

Focus Position

Meter / Feet / Off

Iris Position

On / Off

Zoom Position

On / Off

AE Mode

On / Off

White Balance Mode

On / Off

SDI Rec Control

On / Off

Rec Format

On / Off

Gamma

On / Off

Timecode Lock

On / Off

Wi-Fi Condition

On / Off

Video Signal Monitor

Off / Waveform / Vector / Histogram

Clip Name

On / Off

Focus Assist Indicator

On / Off

Turns all the indications of the viewfinder GUI on/off.

Selects the item to be displayed on the viewfinder.

Notes

• “Video Signal Monitor” is available only when the HD signal can be output from SDI (Sub), “4K/2K to HD Conv.” in “Output Setting” of the Video menu is set to “Letter Box,” and “Aspect” in “VF Setting” of the VF menu is set to “Auto” or “Full.”

• For the Waveform display of Video Signal Monitor, there is the scale at 0%, 25%, 50%, 75%, and 100% of the video level.

• Video Signal Monitor is not displayed on the viewfinder when outputting a video signal that is different from the signal of SDI (Sub) to the viewfinder.

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Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Focus Area Marker

On / Off

Clip Number

On / Off

Notice Message

On / Off

WRR RF Level

On / Off

TC/UB Menu

TC/UB

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Timecode

Setting the timecode

TC Display

Setting the time data indication

Mode

Preset (Ext-Lk) / Int Regen

Run

Rec Run / Free Run

Setting Sets the timecode to a desired value.

Reset

Execute / Cancel

TC Format

DF / NDF

Display Select

Timecode / Duration

Selects the timecode mode. Preset: To start the timecode from the specified value Regen (regeneration): To start the timecode by continuing the

timecode of the previous clip.

Rec Run: To advance the timecode during recording only. Free Run: The timecode keeps advancing regardless of the

state of recording.

SET: Sets the value.

Resets the timecode to 00:00:00:00. Execute: Execute this function.

Selects the timecode format. DF: Drop frame NDF: Non drop frame

Switches the time data indication.

Settings

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Recording Menu

Recording

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Interval Rec

Setting the Interval Rec function

Picture Cach e Rec

Setting the Picture Cache Rec function

Settings

MPEG2 Proxy

Setting the MPEG2 proxy function

Rec Control

Setting the recording control function

SDI Rec Control

Setting the SDI recording control function

Setting

On / Off

Interval Time

1 to 10 / 15 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 50 sec 1 to 10 / 15 / 20 / 30 / 40 / 50 min 1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 6 / 12 / 24 hour

Number of Frames Specifies the number of frames to record in one Interval Rec

Setting

On / Off

Cache Rec Time

0-2sec / 2-4sec / 4-6sec / 6-8sec / 8-10sec / 13-15sec

Setting

On / Off

Setting

SxS & AXS / AXS

Setting

Off / On

Turns the Interval Rec function on/off.

Sets the interval for Interval Rec.

take. When “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to XAVC 50P or 59.94P: 2 / 6 / 12 frames When “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to XAVC 23.98P, 24P, 25P, 29.97P, 50i, or 59.94i: 1 / 3 / 6 / 9 frames

Turns the Picture Cache Rec function on/off. (This setting is available only when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “YPbPr” or “RGB.”)

Sets the accumulated time to the picture cache memory (going back time when starting cache rec). (This setting is locked to “0-2sec” when “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “XAVC 4096 × 2160P”/ XAVC 3840 × 2160P.” “8-10sec” and “13-15sec” cannot be selected when “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “XAVC 2048 × 1080P”/“XAVC 1920 × 1080P.”)

Turns the MPEG2 proxy function on/off. (PMW-F55: This setting is available only when “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System menu is set to “29.97”/“25”/“23.98” and “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “XAVC 4096 × 2160P”/“XAVC 3840 × 2160P,” or “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System menu is set to “29.97” and “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “SStP SR-SQ 444”/“SStP SR-SQ 422.” PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX: This setting is available only when “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System menu is set to “29.97”/“25”/“23.98” and “Format” in “Rec Format” of the System menu is set to “XAVC 4096 × 2160P”/“XAVC 3840 × 2160P.”)

Selects the recording target (only external recording (AXS memory), or both external recording (AXS memory) and recording to an SxS memory card in the camcorder) when “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “RAW.”

Note

Recording is not performed if the AXS memory disables recording even if “SxS & AXS” is set.

Turns on/off this function that controls recording/stop recording of the external device by the SDI output signal.

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Media Menu

This menu is not available when the media is not loaded.

Media

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Update Media

Updating a memory

Format Media

Formatting a memory

Clip Naming

Setting for the clip name

Media (A)

Execute / Cancel

Media (B)

Execute / Cancel

AXS Memory

Execute / Cancel

Media (A)

Execute / Cancel

Media (B)

Execute / Cancel

SD card

Execute / Cancel

AXS Memory

Execute / Cancel

Mode

Cam ID + Reel# / Title

Camera ID

A to Z

Reel Number

001 to 999

Camera Position

C / L / R

Title Prefix Sets the title part of the clip name when “Mode” is set to

Number Set

0001 to 9999

Updates the managerial file on the SxS memory card in the slot A. Execute: Updates the file.

Updates the managerial file on the SxS memory card in the slot B. Execute: Updates the file.

Updates the managerial file on the AXS memory card. Execute: Updates the file.

Formats the SxS memory card in the slot A. Execute: Executes format.

Formats the SxS memory card in the slot B. Execute: Executes format.

Formats the SD card. Execute: Executes format.

Formats the AXS memory card. Execute: Executes format.

Sets the naming mode for the clip name. Cam ID + Reel#: Camera ID + Reel Number + Shot Number + date + random string Title: Any string that is set in “Title Prefix” + clip number

Sets the camera ID when “Mode” is set to “Cam ID + Reel#.”

Sets the numeric portion of the Reel Number when “Mode” is set to “Cam ID + Reel#.”

Sets the first character part of the Shot Number when “Mode” is set to “Cam ID + Reel#.”

“Title.” (Default setting is the unique ID for the model. Unique ID for the model: Lower three digits of the serial number.) (Input characters on the character input screen (page 56).

Sets the number part of the clip name when “Mode” is set to “Title.”

Settings

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File Menu

File

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

All File

Setting for the All file

Scene File

Setting for the Scene file (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

User Menu Item

Setting for the User Menu Item file

User Gamma

Settings

Setting for user gamma file

Monitor LUT

Setting for monitor LUT file

Load SD Card Loads the All file from the SD card that is inserted into the

Save SD card Stores the All file onto the SD card that is inserted into the SD

File ID Names the All file.

Recall Internal Memory Loads the Scene file from the internal memory.

Store Internal Memory Stores the Scene file on the internal memory.

Load SD Card Loads the file from the sub memory card.

Save SD Card Stores the file on the sub memory card.

File ID Names the Scene file.

Load SD Card Loads the User Menu Item file from the SD card that is

Save SD Card Stores the User Menu Item file onto the SD card that is

File ID Names the User Menu Item file.

Current Settings Displays the name of the current user gamma file on the

Load SD Card Loads the gamma table data (user gamma file) on an SD card

Reset

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / All Default value 1: 709 (800%) 2: S-Log2 3: 709 (800%) 4: 709 (800%) 5: 709 (800%)

Current Settings Displays 6 user LUT names that are registered in the internal

Load SD card

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6

Reset

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / All

SD card slot.

card slot.

inserted into the SD card slot.

internal memory.

that is made by user, to the internal memory. When using the user gamma file that is created on CvpFileEditorTM V4.2, store the file on the following directory of an SD card. PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\HD_CAM

Resets the user gamma file on the internal memory to the default value. 1 to 5: Selected file All: All files

memory.

Loads the LUT data that is created by user on an SD card (user LUT file) to the internal memory. The user LUT file that is created on RAW Viewer is stored on the following directory of an SD card. PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5

Resets the user LUT data in the internal memory to the default value of “709(800%).” 1 to 6: Selected file All: All data

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File

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Monitor 3D LUT

Setting for monitor 3D LUT file

Current Settings Displays the current user Monitor 3D LUT name in the

Load SD card

1 / 2 / 3 / 4

Reset

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / All

internal memory.

Loads the 3D LUT data that is created by the user on an SD card (user 3D LUT file) to the internal memory. The camcorder can import the CUBE file (*.cube) of 17 or 33 lattices that is created by RAW Viewer or BMD’s Da Vinci Resolve*. * Checked on Resolve V9.0 and V10.0.

When creating the CUBE file, set “Input” to “SGamut3.Cine/S-Log3” and “Format” to “Resolve” (when creating by RAW Viewer). Store the created user 3D LUT file on the following directory of an SD card. PRIVATE\SONY\PRO\CAMERA\PMWF55_F5

Resets the user 3D LUT data in the internal memory to the default value of “LC-709.” 1 to 4: Selected file All: All data

Settings

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File

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Lens File

Setting for the lens file (This setting is available only when “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom.”)

Settings

Recall Internal Memory Loads the lens file from the internal memory.

Store Internal Memory Stores the lens file on the internal memory.

Load SD Card Loads the lens file from the sub memory card.

Save SD Card Stores the lens file on the sub memory card.

File ID Names the lens file.

File Source Displays the selected file number.

Clear Lens Offset

Execute / Cancel

Lens Auto Recall

Off / On (Lens Name) / On (Serial Number)

Lens Serial Number Displays the serial number of the lens that is attached to the

Lens Name Displays the lens model name when it can be obtained by lens

Lens Manufacturer Displays the lens manufacturer name when it can be obtained

Lens Center H

–40 to +40 (±0)

Lens Center V

–40 to +40 (±0)

Flare R

–99 to +99 (±0)

Flare G

–99 to +99 (±0)

Flare B

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Offset R

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Offset B

–99 to +99 (±0)

Shading Ch Select

Red / Green / Blue

Shading H SAW

–99 to +99 (±0)

Shading H PARA

–99 to +99 (±0)

Shading V SAW

–99 to +99 (±0)

Shading V PARA

–99 to +99 (±0)

Clear the lens file. Execute: Execute clearing.

Sets whether to load the corresponding lens file automatically when the lens can be specified by lens communication.

Note

This function is available only when supplying power to the lens. (This function is not available after attaching/detaching the lens during supplying power to the lens.)

camcorder, for lenses compatible with lens communication.

communication.

by lens communication.

Sets the horizontal position of the center marker to the lens file.

Sets the vertical position of the center marker to the lens file.

Sets the user adjusting value of the R flare correction that is caused by the lens to the lens file.

Sets the user adjusting value of the G flare correction that is caused by the lens to the lens file.

Sets the user adjusting value of the B flare correction that is caused by the lens to the lens file.

Sets the R ch correction value of the white balance offset by lens to the lens file.

Sets the B ch correction value of the white balance offset by lens to the lens file.

Selects the channel for the white shading correction that is caused by the lens.

Sets the Saw white shading correction value (caused by the lens) of the selected channel by “Shading Ch Select” and horizontal direction to the lens file.

Sets the Para white shading correction value (caused by the lens) of the selected channel by “Shading Ch Select” and horizontal direction to the lens file.

Sets the Saw white shading correction value (caused by the lens) of the selected channel by “Shading Ch Select” and vertical direction to the lens file.

Sets the Para white shading correction value (caused by the lens) of the selected channel by “Shading Ch Select” and vertical direction to the lens file.

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Maintenance Menu

Maintenance

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

APR

Executing APR

Test Saw

Setting the test signal output

Camera Config

Detail settings for the camera

APR

Execute / Cancel

Setting

On / Off

RM Common Memory

On / Off

HD/2K Modulation

High / Low

Executes APR (Auto Pixel Restoration: auto adjusting of the image sensor).

Turns the test signal on/off.

Sets whether to share the settings of when connecting the remote control unit and using the camcorder alone.

Note

This item cannot be selected when connecting the remote control unit.

Sets the video resolution of the HD/2K signal that is converted from the 4K/QFHD signal. High: High resolution that focuses details Low: Resolution equivalent to a conventional HD camera (such as F35, PMW-F3, etc.)

Note

This setting is for the HD/2K recording signal or HD/2K output signal when shooting while “Imager Scan Mode” is set to “Normal,” or the HD/2K output signal when playing the clip of XAVC 4096 × 2160/XAVC 3840 × 2160 or AXS memory (this setting is also applied to the viewfinder output signal).

Settings

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System Menu

System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

System Setting

Base Setting

Settings

Frequency

59.94 / 50 / 29.97 / 25 / 24 /

23.98

Shooting Mode

Custom / Cine EI

Main Operation

YPbPr / RGB / RAW

Color Space

S-Gamut/SLog2 / S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3 / S-Gamut3/SLog3 /

Matrix

Imager Scan Mode

Normal / 2K Full / 2K Center

Selects the system frequency.

Selects the shooting mode.

Sets the operation mode for recording mainly. (When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom,” “YPbPr” or “RGB” can be selected.)

Sets the color space. (When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Custom,” “Matrix” can be selected. When “Shooting Mode” in “Base Setting” of the System menu is set to “Cine EI,” “S-Gamut/SLog2,” “S-Gamut3.Cine/SLog3,” or “S-Gamut3/SLog3” can be selected.)

Sets the reading mode of the imager. Normal: Shoots with 4K Super 35 mm size for normal recording.

Shoots with 2K size for frame rate that is faster than 60P. 2K Full: Shoots with 2K Super 35 mm size. 2K Center: Shoots with the size equivalent to the Super 16

mm (center area of Super 35 mm).

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System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Rec Format

Setting the recording format

Format

XAVC 4096 × 2160P (PMWF55 or PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX only) XAVC 3840 × 2160P (PMWF55 or PMW-F5 + CBKZ-55FX only) XAVC 2048 × 1080P XAVC 1920 × 1080P MPEG 1920 × 1080i MPEG 1280 × 720P SStP SR-SQ 444 SStP SR-SQ 422 SStP SR-Lite 422 DNxHD 220x HD P/i* DNxHD 145 HD P/i* ProRes 422 HQ HD P/i* ProRes 422 HD P/i* * When the CBK-55PD is

applied.

Sets the video format to be recorded on the SxS memory card. The settable format for recording differs depending on the setting of “Frequency” in “System Setting” of the System menu and “Main Operation” in “Base Setting” of the System menu.

When system frequency is set to 59.94 or 50

Recording format Main Operation

XAVC 4096 × 2160P a –– XAVC 3840 × 2160P a –– XAVC 2048 × 1080P aaa XAVC 1920 × 1080P aaa MPEG 1920 × 1080i aaa MPEG 1280 × 720P a –– SStP SR-SQ 422 a –– DNxHD 220x HD i a –– DNxHD 145 HD i a –– ProRes 422 HQ HD i a –– ProRes 422 HD i a ––

When system frequency is set to 29.97, 25, or 23.98

Recording format Main Operation

XAVC 4096 × 2160P a –– XAVC 3840 × 2160P a –– XAVC 2048 × 1080P aaa XAVC 1920 × 1080P aaa MPEG 1920 × 1080P aaa SStP SR-SQ 444 – a – SStP SR-SQ 422 a –– SStP SR-Lite 422 a –– DNxHD 220x HD P a –– DNxHD 145 HD P a –– ProRes 422 HQ HD P a –– ProRes 422 HD P a ––

When system frequency is set to 24

Recording format Main Operation

XAVC 4096 × 2160P a –– XAVC 2048 × 1080P aaa SStP SR-SQ 444 – a – SStP SR-SQ 422 a –– SStP SR-Lite 422 a –– ProRes 422 HQ HD P a –– ProRes 422 HD P a ––

** “Rec Control” of the Recording menu needs to be set to

“SxS&AXS.”

YPbPr RGB RAW**

Settings

YPbPr RGB RAW**

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System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Genlock

Setting Genlock operation

Assignable Button

Assigning functions to the assignable buttons

Reference

Internal / External (HD) / External (SD)

<1> to <4> (<5> to <8>), Lens RET

Off / Marker / Zebra / Peaking / Display / Video Signal Monitor / VF Focus Magnifier / VF Mode / Rec / S&Q Motion / Picture Cache Rec / Rec Review / High/Low Key / White Memory / VF High Contrast / Color Bars

Settings

Menu Dial Assign

Off / S&Q Frame Rate(Step)

S&Q Frame Rate<1> to <6>

1FPS to 240FPS Default setting S&Q Frame Rate<1>: 24FPS S&Q Frame Rate<2>: 32FPS S&Q Frame Rate<3>: 48FPS S&Q Frame Rate<4>: 60FPS S&Q Frame Rate<5>: 90FPS S&Q Frame Rate<6>: 120FPS

Displays the genlock status. When genlocked, the signal type is displayed. Internal: Not genlocked. External (HD): Genlocked by the HD signal. External (SD): Genlocked by the SD signal.

Assign a function to the ASSIGN 1/2/3/4 (5/6/7/8) buttons and RET button on the lens. Marker: Turns the center marker, safety zone, aspect marker, and guide frame functions on/off as a group. Zebra: Turns the zebra function on/off. Peaking: Turns the peaking function on/off. Display: Turns the indications of status/setting on the monitor on/off. Video Signal Monitor: Switches the waveform indication (Off/Waveform/Vector/Histogram) for the output signal from SDI (Sub). VF Focus Magnifier: Turn the Focus Magnifier function of the viewfinder on/off. VF Mode: Switches between color and mono display on the viewfinder. Rec: Executes the start/stop recording. (The lamp of the ASSIGN button lights up while recording.) S&Q Motion: Turns the Slow & Quick motion function on/ off. Picture Cache Rec: Turn the Picture Cache Rec function on/ off. Rec Review: Performs Rec Review. High/Low Key: Switches between High Key (monitoring display for high key blown-out highlights), Low Key (monitoring display for low key clipped blacks), and Off (normal display). White Memory: Switches between Memory A and Memory B of “White Switch.” VF High Contrast: Enhances the contrast of the pictures on the viewfinder. Color Bars: Turn the color bar on/off.

Tip

When attaching the CBK-55BK, “ASSIGN 5 to 8” is displayed. “Color Bars” is assigned to ASSIGN 5 for the default setting.

Assign a function to the MENU dial. S&Q Frame Rate(Step): Selects the frame rate that is selected in “Frame Rate<1> to <6>” when “Setting” in “S&Q Motion” is set to “On.”

Sets the frame rate that is selected in “S&Q Frame Rate(Step).” You can select from 1 to 60, 72, 75, 80, 90, 96, 100, 110, 120, 125, 135, 144, 150, 160, 168, 175, 180, and 240FPS.

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System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Switch/Lamp

Setting for the switch/lamp

Fan Control

Setting the fan control mode

Battery Alarm

Setting for the battery

DC Voltage Alarm

Setting the warning of the input voltage

Language

Selecting the language for menus and messages

Rec Lamp

On / Off

Lock Switch Setting

without Rec Button / with Rec Button

Menu Dial Scroll

Normal / Loop

Menu Dial Direction

Normal / Reverse

Set Key on Thumbnail

Pause / Play

Setting

Auto / Minimum / Off in Rec

Near End:Info Battery

5% to 100% (in steps of 5%)

End:Info Battery

0% to 5%

Near End:Sony Battery

11.5V to 17V (in steps of 0.1V)

End:Sony Battery

11.0V to 11.5V (in steps of

0.1V)

Near End:Other Battery

11.5V to 17V (11.8V) (in steps of 0.1V)

End:Other Battery

11.0V to 14V (in steps of 0.1V)

Detected Battery

Sony Info Battery / Sony Battery / Other Battery / DC IN

DC Low Voltage1

11.5V to 17.0V

DC Low Voltage2

11.0V to 14.0V

Select

English /

Turns the Rec lamp on/off.

Sets whether to include the Rec button on the buttons that are locked by the LOCK switch. (When the Rec function is assigned to the assignable button, the button is treated as the Rec button.)

Selects the scroll method for the menu operation.

Selects the scroll direction for the menu operation.

Sets the behavior when pressing the MENU dial while selecting a thumbnail.

Sets the fan control mode of the camcorder and AXS recorder that is connected to the camcorder.

Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is generated.

Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is generated.

Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is generated.

Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is generated.

Sets the battery level at which the low battery warning is generated.

Sets the battery level at which the battery empty warning is generated.

Displays the type of power supply.

Sets the DC IN voltage at which the low input voltage warning is generated.

Sets the DC IN voltage at which the lack of any input voltage warning is generated.

Selects the language for menus and messages.

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System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

Clock Set

Setting the built-in clock

Hours Meter

Displaying the hours meter

AXS Recorder

Setting for the AXS recorder

Settings

Note

This item cannot be selected when the AXS recorder (AXS-R5) is not attached.

Basic Authentication

Setting for the basic authentication of the network

Wi-Fi

Setting for Wi-Fi connection

Time Zone

UTC –12:00 Kwajalein to UTC +14:00

Date Mode

YYMMDD / MMDDYY / DDMMYY

12H/24H

12H / 24H

Date Sets the current date.

Time Sets the current time.

Hours(System) Displays the non-resettable accumulated time of use.

Hours(Reset) Displays the resettable accumulated time of use.

Reset

Execute / Cancel

Chunk

Off / 16GB / 8GB / 4GB

Version Displays the software version of AXS-R5.

Hours Meter (System) Displays the non-resettable accumulated time of use for AXS-

Hours Meter (Reset) Displays the resettable accumulated time of use for AXS-R5.

Reset Hours Meter

Execute / Cancel

User Name

(admin)

Password

(pmw-f5 or pmw-f55)

Wi-Fi

Enable / Disable

SSID & Password Displays the SSID and password of the camcorder.

Wi-Fi Direct Connection

Execute / Cancel

Client Displays the status of the connected client device (device

IP Address

10.0.0.1

Subnet Mask

255.255.0.0

MAC Address Display the MAC address.

Regenerate Password

Execute / Cancel

Sets the time-zone difference from UTC in steps of 30 minutes.

Selects the display mode of the date. YYMMDD: In sequence of year, month, day MMDDYY: In sequence of month, day, year DDMMYY: In sequence of day, month, year

Selects the display mode of time. 12H: 12-hour mode 24H: 24-hour mode

SET: Sets the date.

SET: Sets the time.

Resets the “Hours(Reset)” value to 0. Execute: Execute resetting.

This setting is for dividing the clip to the specified size while recording on the AXS memory card.

R5.

Resets the “Hours Meter (Reset)” value to 0. Execute: Executes resetting.

Set a desired user name in 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters.

Sets a password in 1 to 31 alphanumeric characters.

Select whether to enable or disable Wi-Fi connection.

Starts connecting process by the Wi-Fi Direct function. Execute: Executing.

name or Mac address).

Displays the IP address.

Displays the subnet mask.

Regenerates the password. Execute: Executing.

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System

Menu items Sub items and setting values Contents

All Reset

Resetting to the factory status

Option

Settings and display of the option

Version

Showing the version of this camcorder

Reset

Execute/Cancel

DNxHD/ProRes

a / ×

4K/QFHD XAVC

a / ×

Install Option Select when installing the upgrade license.

ID Displays the camcorder-specific ID that is set when the

Number

Vx.xx

Version Up

Execute / Cancel

Resets th e camcorder to the fact ory status. Execute: Executes resetting.

When the expansion codec board CBK-55PD (optional) is attached, “a” is displayed.

When the 4K upgrade license CBKZ-55PX for the PMW-F5 (optional) is installed, “a” is displayed.

license key is acquired.

Displays the current software version of the camcorder.

Upgrades the camcorder. Execute: Executes.

Settings

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External Devices Connection

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices

To display recording/playback pictures on an external monitor, select the output signal and use an appropriate cable for the monitor to be connected. An output signal from the camcorder can be recorded when a recording device is connected. The same status information and menus can be displayed on the external monitor as those on the viewfinder screen. According to the signal fed to the monitor, set “Output Display” (page 79) in the Video menu to “On.”

SDI OUT connector (BNC type)

Set the on/off setting of the output, and output format in the Video menu (page 77). Use a commercially available 75-ohm coaxial cable for connection.

Note

Be sure to ground between the camcorder and external device before turning the power on. (We recommend to turn on the camcorder and external device after connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable.) When connecting an external device to the camcorder while the camcorder is turned on, connect the external

External Devices Connection

device after connecting a 75-ohm coaxial cable to the external device.

To start synchronized recording on an external device

With SDI signal output selected, synchronized recording is possible by feeding a REC trigger signal to an external recording device connected via the SDI OUT connector. To enable synchronized recording, set “SDI Rec Control” (page 84) in the Recording menu to “On.”

Note

When a connected external device does not correspond to a REC trigger signal, the device cannot be operated.

HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector)

Set the on/off setting of the output, and output format in the Video menu (page 77). Use a commercially available HDMI cable for connection.

TEST OUT connector (BNC type)

Use a commercially available BNC cable for connection.

DC OUT connector (4-pin)

Supplies DC 12 V power to an accessory when the power switch is set to ON. You can output the REC Tally signal and input the REC Trigger signal through the DC OUT connector.

4-pin, Female

- External View -

No. Signal I/O Specification

1 UNREG GND – GND for UNREG 2 REC TALLY OUT Open Collector

3 REC TRIGGER IN Open or +5 V dc:

4 UNREG +12 V

OUT

output (Max. 50 mA) Low: REC

Normal GND: Active (REC)

OUT +11 V to 17 V dc

output

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Operating Clips With a Computer

To use the ExpressCard slot of a computer

If the computer is equipped with an ExpressCard/ 34 or ExpressCard/54 slot, you can directly insert the SxS memory card containing clips recorded with this camcorder and access the files.

Notes

• The SxS Device Driver Software must be installed on your computer.

• Operation is not guaranteed with all computers.

For support information for the driver, visit the following URL:

http://www.sony.net/SxS-Support/

With a Windows computer, check that a Removable Disk appears in My Computer. This indicates normal status. With a Macintosh computer, an icon is displayed on the menu bar.

To connect with a USB cable

When you connect the camcorder or the SBACUS20 SxS Memory Card USB Reader/Writer (optional) using a USB cable, the memory card in the slot is acknowledged as an extended drive by the computer. When two memory cards are mounted in this camcorder, they are acknowledged as two independent extended drives by the computer.

Note

The camcorder does not work on the bus power from the computer. Supply the operating power.

To check the connection to the camcorder

1 Set the power switch to ON to turn on

the camcorder.

A message prompting you to confirm that you wish to enable the USB connection is displayed on the viewfinder screen.

Note

This message will not be displayed while another confirmation message or in-progress message (e.g., for formatting or restoring of an SxS memory card) is shown on the screen. It appears when formatting or restoration has completed. The USB connection is disabled while recording, playing, or displaying thumbnail.

2 Select “Execute” by turning the MENU

dial.

3 With Windows, check that the memory

card is displayed as a removable disk in My Computer. With Macintosh, check that a “NO NAME” or “Untitled” folder was created on the desktop. (The Macintosh folder name can be changed.)

Notes

• The following operations must be avoided when the ACCESS lamp is lit in red.

—Turning the power off or disconnecting the power

cord —Removing the SxS memory card —Disconnecting the USB cable

• When removing an SxS memory card from a Macintosh, do not select “Card Power Off” from the SxS memory card icon displayed on the menu bar.

• Operation is not guaranteed with all computers.

Using a nonlinear editing system

For a nonlinear editing system, optional editing software that corresponds to the recording formats used with this camcorder is required. Store the clips to be edited on the HDD of your computer in advance, using the dedicated application software.

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External Synchronization

When multiple units of the camcorder are used in the same shooting location, synchronized recording can be made with a specific reference signal, and the timecode can be matched among all the units.

Aligning the phase of the video signal (Genlock)

Genlock operation is enabled by supplying a reference signal to the GENLOCK IN connector (page 16) of the camcorder. Valid reference signals depend on the system frequency setting.

System frequency Valid reference

signal

59.94P 1920 × 1080 59.94i

59.94i 1920 × 1080 59.94i

50P 1920 × 1080 50i

50i 1920 × 1080 50i

29.97P 1920 × 1080 59.94i

External Devices Connection

25P 1920 × 1080 50i

24P 1920 × 1080 48i

23.98P 1920 × 1080 47.95i

You can check the genlock status on “Reference” in “Genlock” (page 92) of the System menu.

Notes

• If the reference signal is unstable, genlock is not possible.

• The subcarrier is not synchronized.

720 × 486 59.94i

720 × 576 50i

720 × 486 59.94i

720 × 576 50i

(24PsF)

(23.98PsF)

Synchronizing the timecode of your camcorder with that of another unit

Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode in which the timecode output keeps advancing (Free Run mode).

1 Set “Timecode” in the TC/UB menu as

follows:

Mode: Preset (Ext-Lk) Run: Free Run

2 Confirm that the TC IN/OUT switch

(page 16) is set to IN, then supply an HD or SD reference video signal to the GENLOCK IN connector (page 16) and the reference timecode to the TC connector (page 16).

The built-in timecode generator of your camcorder locks to the reference timecode, and the message “Ext-Lk” is displayed on the screen. About 10 seconds after locking, even if the reference timecode from the external device is disconnected, the external lock will be kept.

Notes

• Check that the reference timecode and the reference video signal are in a phase relation that complies with the SMPTE timecode standards.

• When you finish the above procedure, the timecode is immediately synchronized with the external timecode, and the time data indication will show the value of the external timecode. However, wait for a few seconds until the timecode generator stabilizes before recording.

• If the frequency of the reference video signal and the frame frequency are not the same, a lock cannot be acquired, and the camcorder will not operate properly. In such a case, the timecode will not be correctly locked to the external timecode.

• When the connection is removed, the timecode advance may shift one frame per hour with respect to the reference timecode.

To release the external timecode synchronization

Change the “Timecode” setting in the TC/UB menu. External synchronization is also released when you start recording in a special recording mode.

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Appendices

Important Notes on Operation

Use and Storage

Do not subject the unit to severe shock

The internal mechanism may be damaged or the body warped.

Do not cover the unit while operating

Putting a cloth, for example, over the unit can cause excessive internal heat build-up.

After use

Always set the power switch to OFF.

Before storing the unit for a long period

Remove the battery pack.

Do not leave the camcorder with the lenses facing the sun

Direct sunlight can enter through the lenses, be focused in the camcorder, and cause fire.

Shipping

• Remove the memory cards before transporting the unit.

• If sending the unit by truck, ship, air or other transportation service, pack it in the shipping carton of the unit.

Care of the unit

If the body of the unit is dirty, clean it with a soft, dry cloth. In extreme cases, use a cloth steeped in a little neutral detergent, then wipe dry. Do not use organic solvents such as alcohol or thinner, as these may cause discoloration or other damage to the finish of the unit.

In the event of operating problems

If you should experience problems with the unit, contact your Sony dealer.

Periodic inspections are recommended to keep the unit working properly and to prolong its usable lifetime. Contact a Sony service or sales representative for more information about inspections.

Use and storage locations

Store in a level, ventilated place. Avoid using or storing the unit in the following places:

• In excessive heat or cold (operating temperature range: 0ºC to 40ºC or 32ºF to 104ºF) Remember that in summer in warm climates the temperature inside a car with the windows closed can easily exceed 50ºC (122ºF).

• In damp or dusty locations

• Locations where the unit may be exposed to rain

• Locations subject to violent vibration

• Near strong magnetic fields

• Close to radio or TV transmitters producing strong electromagnetic fields.

• In direct sunlight or close to heaters for extended periods

To prevent electromagnetic interference from portable communications devices

The use of portable telephones and other communications devices near this unit can result in malfunctions and interference with audio and video signals. It is recommended that the portable communications devices near this unit be powered off.

Note on laser beams

Laser beams may damage the CMOS image sensors. If you shoot a scene that includes a laser beam, be careful not to let the laser beam be directed into the lens of the camcorder.

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Note about the battery terminal

The battery terminal of this unit (the connector for battery packs and AC adaptors) is a consumable part. Power may not be supplied to the unit properly if the pins of the battery terminal are bent or deformed by shock or vibrations, or if they become corroded due to prolonged outdoor use.

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About the LCD monitor

• Do not leave the LCD monitor facing direct sunlight, as this may damage the LCD monitor.

• Do not press/swipe the LCD monitor forcefu lly, or leave objects on the LCD monitor, as it may cause a malfunction, such as picture irregularity, etc.

• The LCD monitor may become warm in use. This is not a malfunction.

About the stuck pixels

The LCD panel fitted to this unit is manufactured with high precision technology, giving a functioning pixel ratio of at least 99.99%. Thus a very small proportion of pixels may be “stuck”, either always off (black), always on (red, green, or blue), or flashing. In addition, over a long period of use, because of the physical characteristics of the liquid crystal display, such “stuck” pixels may appear spontaneously. These problems are not a malfunction, and will not be recorded on recording media.

Phenomena specific to CMOS image sensors

The following phenomena that may appear in images are specific to CMOS (Complementary Metal Oxide Semiconductor) image sensors. They do not indicate malfunctions.

White flecks

Although the CMOS image sensors are produced with high-precision technologies, fine white flecks may be generated on the screen in rare

Appendices

cases, caused by cosmic rays, etc. This is related to the principle of CMOS image sensors and is not a malfunction.

Focal plane (PMW-F5 only)

Owing to the characteristics of the pickup elements (CMOS sensors) for reading video signals, subjects that quickly move across the screen may appear slightly skewed.

Flash band (PMW-F5 only)

The luminance at the top and bottom of the screen may change when shooting a flashlight beam or a light source that quickly flashes.

Flicker (PMW-F5 only)

Shooting under the lights of a discharge lamp such as a fluorescent lamp, sodium-vapor lamp, mercury-vapor lamp, etc., may cause flickering, color change, or vertical stripes.

Note on the display

• Pictures on the viewfinder screen may be distorted by the following operations:

—Changing the video format —Starting playback from the Thumbnail

screen

• When you change the eye direction in the viewfinder, you may see primary colors red, green, and blue, but this is not a defect of the camcorder. These primary colors are not recorded on any recording media.

Fragmentation

If pictures cannot be recorded/reproduced properly, try formatting the recording medium. While repeating picture recording/playback with a certain recording medium for an extended period, files in the medium may be fragmented, disabling proper recording/storage. In such a case, make a backup of clips in the medium then perform formatting of the medium using “Format Media” (page 85) in the Media menu.

The white flecks especially tend to be seen in the following cases:

• when operating at a high environmental temperature

• when you have raised the master gain (sensitivity)

• when operating in Slow-Shutter mode

Aliasing

When fine patterns, stripes, or lines are shot, they may appear jagged or flicker.

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