Sony PXW-Z280 Users Manual

4-740-705-11(1)

Solid-State Memory

Camcorder

Operating Instructions

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

PXW-Z280V/PXW-Z280T

© 2018 Sony Corporation

Table of Contents

Overview

Location and Function of Parts	............................................... 7
Main unit ........................................................................	7
Screen Display .........................................................................	12
LCD/viewfinder screen ................................................	12
Status screen .................................................................	14

Preparation

Power Supply ...........................................................................	19
Using a battery pack .....................................................	19
Using AC power ...........................................................	20
Turning the camcorder on/off ......................................	20
Setting the Clock .....................................................................	21
Attaching Devices ....................................................................	21
Attaching the lens hood ................................................	21
Attaching the large eyecup ...........................................	21
Adjusting the Screens .............................................................	22
Adjusting the LCD screen ............................................	22
Adjusting the viewfinder ..............................................	22
Adjusting the brightness of the LCD/viewfinder
screen using an assignable button ..........................	22
Using SxS Memory Cards ......................................................	23
About SxS memory cards .............................................	23
Inserting SxS memory cards ........................................	23
Removing an SxS memory card ...................................	23
Switching between SxS memory cards ........................	23
Formatting (initializing) an SxS memory card .............	23
Checking the remaining recording time .......................	24
Restoring an SxS memory card ....................................	24
Using Other Media ..................................................................	25
XQD memory cards .....................................................	25
SD cards .......................................................................	26

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Shooting

Basic Operation Procedure ....................................................	27
Shooting .......................................................................	27
Adjusting the zoom ......................................................	28
Adjusting the focus ......................................................	29
Monitoring audio while shooting .................................	30
Changing Basic Settings .........................................................	30
Video format ................................................................	30
Adjusting the brightness ...............................................	31
Adjusting for natural colors (white balance) ................	32
Setting the audio to record ...........................................	34
Image stabilization .......................................................	36
Time data ......................................................................	36
Useful Functions ......................................................................	37
Direct menu operation ..................................................	37
Face detection AF ........................................................	37
Color bars/reference audio tone ...................................	39
Shot marks ....................................................................	39
OK/NG/KEEP flags (exFAT, UDF) ............................	39
Reviewing a recording (Rec Review) ..........................	39
Assignable buttons .......................................................	40
Interval recording (Interval Rec) ..................................	40
Continuous recording (Clip Continuous Rec)
(exFAT, UDF) .......................................................	41
Picture cache recording (Picture Cache Rec) ...............	42
Slow & Quick Motion ..................................................	43
Simultaneous recording in 2 slots (Simul Rec) ............	44
4K & HD (Sub) recording ............................................	44
High dynamic range (HDR) recording .........................	45
Adjusting the flange focal length automatically ..........	45
Saving and loading configuration data .........................	46
Planning metadata ........................................................	49
Acquiring location information (GPS) .........................	51
Proxy Recording .....................................................................	52
Supported SD cards ......................................................	52
Formatting (initializing) SD cards ...............................	52
Checking the remaining capacity .................................	52
Proxy recording (Proxy Rec) .......................................	52
Changing proxy recording settings ..............................	53
About the recorded file .................................................	53
Storage destination of the recorded file .......................	53
About the file name ......................................................	53
Recording proxy data only ...........................................	53

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Connecting to Other Devices via LAN ..................................	54
Connecting using wireless LAN access point mode ....	54
Connecting using wireless LAN station mode .............	55
Connecting to a device using a LAN cable ..................	57
Connecting to the Internet .....................................................	59
Connecting using a modem ..........................................	59
Connecting using wireless LAN station mode (Wi-Fi
station mode) ..........................................................	59
Connecting using a LAN cable ....................................	60
List of functions for network connections ...................	61
Uploading a File ......................................................................	62
Preparations ..................................................................	62
Selecting a file and uploading ......................................	62
Uploading proxy files automatically ............................	64
Uploading using Secure FTP .......................................	64
Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio ...........................	64
Starting streaming ........................................................	65
Stopping streaming .......................................................	65
Network client mode ....................................................	66
Using Web Remote Control ...................................................	68
Web Remote Control Menu ...................................................	69
Video monitoring settings (Monitoring Settings) ........	69
File transfer settings (Upload Settings) ........................	70
File transfer management (File Transfer) ....................	70

Thumbnail Screen

Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen ...............................	72
Playing Clips ............................................................................	73
Playing recorded clips ..................................................	73
Playing the selected and subsequent clips in
sequence .................................................................	73
Adding shot marks during playback (exFAT, UDF) ...	73
Monitoring audio during playback ...............................	73
Clip Operations .......................................................................	74
Thumbnail menu operations .........................................	74
Displaying clip properties ............................................	75
Protecting clips (exFAT, UDF) ....................................	76
Copying clips ...............................................................	76
Deleting clips ...............................................................	77
Adding/deleting clip flags (exFAT, UDF) ...................	77
Filtering the clips displayed using the filtered clip
thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF) ...........................	77
Deleting shot marks (exFAT, UDF) .............................	78

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Filtering clips (frames) using the essence mark
thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF) ...........................	78
Changing the information displayed on the thumbnail
screen .....................................................................	78
Changing the index picture of a clip ............................	78
External Device Connection
Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ......	79
External Synchronization .......................................................	80
Managing/Editing Clips on a Computer ...............................	81
Connecting using a USB cable .....................................	81
Connecting an external HDD/USB media ...................	82
Menu Display and Settings
Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy ..........................	84
Setup menu hierarchy ...................................................	84
Setup Menu Operations ..........................................................	86
Editing the User menu ..................................................	88
Setup Menu List ......................................................................	90
User menu ....................................................................	90
Edit User Menu menu ..................................................	90
Camera menu ...............................................................	91
Paint menu ....................................................................	94
Audio menu ................................................................	101
Video menu ................................................................	102
LCD/VF menu ............................................................	103
TC/UB menu ..............................................................	107
Recording menu .........................................................	107
Thumbnail menu list ..................................................	109
Media menu ................................................................	110
File menu ....................................................................	112
Network menu ............................................................	113
System menu ..............................................................	118

Appendix

Important Notes on Operation ............................................	124
Using your camcorder abroad ....................................	124
Video Formats .......................................................................	130
About recording media ...............................................	130
Special recording modes and compatible formats .....	131
Maximum recording time for a clip ...........................	131

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Output Formats and Limitations ........................................	132
Video formats and output signals ...............................	132
Network and video output combinations ...................	136
Limitations between recording functions ...................	136
Troubleshooting ....................................................................	137
Power supply ..............................................................	137
Recording/playback ....................................................	137
External devices .........................................................	138
Wireless LAN connection ..........................................	138
Internet connection .....................................................	138
ND filter dial ..............................................................	139
Error/Warning Indications ..................................................	140
Error indications .........................................................	140
Warning indications ...................................................	140
Caution and operation messages ................................	141
Block Diagrams .....................................................................	143
Specifications .........................................................................	146
General .......................................................................	146
Lens ............................................................................	147
Camera .......................................................................	148
Wireless LAN .............................................................	148
Inputs/outputs .............................................................	148
Display .......................................................................	149
Internal microphone ...................................................	149
Media slots .................................................................	149
Supplied accessories ...................................................	149
Index .......................................................................................	152

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Main unit

1. Hook for shoulder strap (10)

2. ASSIGN7/DIRECT MENU button (40)

3. (N mark)

• Hold an NFC-compatible smartphone near this mark to establish a wireless connection between the camcorder and smartphone.

For details, refer to the operating instructions of the smartphone.

• NFC (Near Field Communication) is an international standard for short-range radio communication.

4. ASSIGN8/FOCUS MAG button

5. ZOOM switch (bottom) (28)

6. Multi Interface Shoe (rear)

For details about accessories supported by the Multi Interface Shoe, contact your sales representative.

7. Microphone clamper

8. Microphone holder (35)

9. GPS antenna

10. Multi Interface Shoe (front)

Overview

Location and Function of Parts

For details about the usage and function of each part, see the referenced page.

11.Power zoom lever (28)

12.Wi-Fi antenna

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1.Internal microphone (34)

2.Recording/tally lamp (front) (122)

Flashes when the remaining capacity on the recording media or battery is low.

3.ASSIGN6 button

4.FULL AUTO button (27)

5.ND FILTER switch

6.ND FILTER mode switch

7.ASSIGN3/VIDEO SIGNAL MONITOR button

8.ASSIGN1/ZEBRA button

9.ASSIGN2/PEAKING button

10.INPUT1 switch (34)

11.CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch (34)

12.AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial (34)

13.AUDIO LEVEL (CH3) dial

14.AUDIO LEVEL (CH4) dial

15.AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial

16.CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch

17.INPUT2 switch (34)

18.ASSIGN5 button

19.SHUTTER switch

20.ASSIGN4/ONLINE button

21.ND control dial

22.WB SET button

23.Lens hood with lens cover (21)

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1.BATT RELEASE button (19)

2.Battery pack attachment (19)

3.Multi/Micro USB connector (81)

4.USB3.0 (HOST) connector (type A)

5.SDI OUT connector (79)

6.Diopter adjustment dial (22)

7.ON/STANDBY switch (20)

?: ON

1: STANDBY

8.Power lamp

9.USB2.0 (HOST) connector (type A) (59)

10.IN/OUT (input/output selector) switch

11.Air outlet

Notes

•Areas around the air outlet may become hot.

•Do not cover the air outlet.

12.Handle zoom lever (28)

13.Handle record button

When the lever is set to the HOLD position, the handle record button is not operable.

14.AUDIO INPUT1 connector (34)

15.AUDIO INPUT2 connector (34)

16.Cable holder

Provided for securing a microphone cable, etc.

17.Grip belt

18.Multi selector (V/v/B/b/SET button)

19.Record button (27)

20.Air inlet

Note

• Do not cover the air inlet.

21.REMOTE connector

The REMOTE connector is used for controlling start/stop of recording and other functions on the video device and peripherals connected to it.

22.Cable clamper

Note

•Do not use for any purpose other than securing cables.

23.GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector

24.Wired LAN connector

25.TC IN/OUT connector

26.HDMI OUT connector (79)

27.UTILITY SD/MS slot/access lamp

Used for proxy recording and storing/loading settings (File function). To be supported by a future upgrade (software update).

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1.Zoom ring (29)

2.Focus ring (29)

3.Full MF switch (29)

Switch manual focus mode on/off by moving the focus ring forward/back.

4.Lens cover lever (21)

Opens/closes the lens cover.

5.MACRO switch (29)

6.FOCUS switch (29)

7.Hook for shoulder strap

8.STEADY SHOT button (36)

9.Iris ring (31)

10.IRIS switch (31)

11.i (headphone) jack

For stereo mini-jack headphones.

12.Recording/tally lamp (rear) (122)

Flashes when the remaining capacity on the recording media or battery is low.

13.SLOT SELECT button

14.SxS memory card A slot/access lamp (23)

15.SxS memory card B slot/access lamp (23)

16.EJECT button

When pressed, the EJECT button pops out. Press again to remove a card.

Note

•Pressing the EJECT button during recording will stop the recording.

17.DC IN connector

18.CANCEL/BACK button (86)

19.SEL/SET dial (86)

20.MENU button (86)

Button has a raised tactile bar for your convenience in locating the button.

21.WHT BAL switch (33)

22.GAIN switch (31)

23.ASSIGN10/IRIS PUSH AUTO button

24.ASSIGN9 button

25.FOCUS PUSH AUTO button (29)

To attach a shoulder strap

Attach a shoulder strap to the hooks for the shoulder strap.

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1.THUMBNAIL button (72)

2.STOP button (73)

3.STATUS CHECK button (14)

4.PREV button (73)

5.V/v/B/b/SET button (86)

6.MENU button (86)

7.F REV button (73)

8.PLAY/PAUSE button (73)

9.F FWD button (73)

10.NEXT button (73)

11.LCD BRIGHT button (22)

12.DISPLAY button (12)

13.LCD screen (22)

14.Viewfinder (22)

15.Large eyecup

16.Air inlet

Note

• Do not cover the air inlet.

17.VOLUME buttons (30)

18.DURATION/TC/U-BIT button (36)

19.CANCEL button (86)

Bottom Side

1.Tripod screw holes (1/4 inch, 3/8 inch)

Compatible with 1/4-20UNC screws and 3/8- 16UNC screws.

Attach to a tripod (sold separately, screw length of 5.5 mm or less).

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Screen Display

LCD/viewfinder screen

While recording, standing by to record, or during playback, the statuses and settings of the camcorder are superimposed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

You can show/hide the information using the DISPLAY button.

You can also select to show/hide each item independently (page 105).

Information displayed on the screen while shooting

1. Network status indicator (page 13)

Displays the status of the network connection as an icon.

2. Uploading/Number of files to transfer indicator

3. Recording mode/slot A/B operation status indicator

zRec	Recording
Stby	Recording standby

4. Depth-of-field indicator

5. Network client mode status indicator

Displays the connection status in network client mode.

6. Streaming status indicator

7. Slow & Quick Motion shooting frame rate indicator

8. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN voltage indicator

9. Focus mode indicator (page 37)

FULL MF mode

MF mode

AF mode

Face detection AF ()

Face detection icon

Face only AF icon

Registered face icon

Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon a)

a)Displayed when there is no registered face and no faces are detected, and when there is a registered face but it is not detected.

10.Zoom position indicator

Displays zoom position in the range of 0 (wide angle) to 99 (telephoto).

11.GPS status indicator

12.Image stabilization mode (SteadyShot) indicator

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13.SDI output/HDMI output Rec Control indicator

Displayed when Display On/Off >SDI/HDMI Rec Control in the LCD/VF menu and SDI/ HDMI Rec Control >Setting in the Video menu are both set to On.

14.Digital extender indicator

15.Focus assist indicator

16.Media remaining capacity indicator

17.White balance mode indicator

ATW	Automatic mode
ATW Hold	Pause automatic mode
W:P	Preset mode
W:A	Memory A mode
W:B	Memory B mode

18.Timecode indicator (page 36)

19.ND filter indicator (page 32)

20.Scene file indicator (page 46)

21.Iris position indicator

22.Video level warning indicator

23.Gain indicator (page 31)

24.Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator

25.AE mode/AE level indicator

26.Audio level meter

27.VIDEO SIGNAL MONITOR display (waveform monitor/vectorscope/ histogram)

28.Clip name indicator

29.Recording format (codec) indicator

(page 118)

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

30.Gamma display assist indicator

31.Gamma indicator (page 96)

Displays the gamma setting.

32.Proxy status indicator

33.4K & HD (Sub) recording indicator

34.System frequency and scan method indicator

35.Recording format (picture size) indicator

(page 118)

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

Information displayed on the playback screen

The following information is superimposed on the playback picture.

1.Network status indicator

2.Uploading/Number of files to transfer indicator

3.Clip number/Total number of clips

4.Playback mode indicator

5.Playback format (frame rate) indicator

6.Playback format (picture size) indicator

7.Network client mode status indicator

8.Streaming status indicator

9.Remaining battery capacity/DC IN voltage indicator

10.Playback format (codec) indicator

11.Media indicator

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

12.Time data indicator

The time data is displayed when Display On/Off >Timecode in the LCD/VF menu is set to On and the DISPLAY button is pressed.

13.Clip name indicator

14.Gamma display assist indicator

15.Audio level meter

16.Gamma indicator

Network connection icon indicators

Network	Connection Icon
mode	status
Access point	Operating as an
mode	access point
	Access point
	operation error

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Network	Connection	Icon
mode	status
Station mode	Wi-Fi
	connected
	Wi-Fi signal
	strength (4
	levels)
	Wi-Fi
	disconnected
	(incl. during
	setup)
	Wi-Fi
	connection
	error
Modem	3G/4G signal	3G connected
	strength (5		–
	levels)
	3 levels for
	modems	4G connected
	without signal		–
	strength
	detection	Network
		connection (3G/
		4G indeterminate)
			–
	3G/4G
	disconnected
	(incl. during
	setup)
	3G/4G
	connection
	error
Wired LAN	LAN connected
	LAN
	connection
	error

Status screen

You can check the settings and status of the camcorder on the status screen.

Status screen operations

To display the status screen:

• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

To switch the status screen:

• Turn the SEL/SET dial or press the V/v button.

To hide the status screen:

• Push the STATUS CHECK button.

Camera Status screen

Displays the picture quality, zoom settings, and status.

White Switch<B>	White balance memory B
	adjustment value
White Switch<A>	White balance memory A
	adjustment value
White Switch<P>	Preset White setting
ND<Preset>	Preset1 to 3 setting for ND
	Filter
Zebra1	Zebra1 On/Off setting and
	level
Zebra2	Zebra2 On/Off setting and
	level
Gamma	Gamma category and curve
Gain Switch	Gain<L>, Gain<M>,
	Gain<H> setting
Handle Zoom Speed	Handle Zoom setting
Scene File	Current scene file and file ID

Audio Status screen

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

CH1 level meter	CH1 level meter
CH1 Input Source	CH1 input source
CH1 Ref./Sens.	CH1 input reference level
CH1 Wind Filter	CH1 microphone wind
	reduction filter setting
CH2 level meter	CH2 level meter
CH2 Input Source	CH2 input source
CH2 Ref./Sens.	CH2 input reference level
CH2 Wind Filter	CH2 microphone wind
	reduction filter setting
CH3 level meter	CH3 level meter
CH3 Input Source	CH3 input source
CH3 Ref./Sens.	CH3 input reference level
CH3 Wind Filter	CH3 microphone wind
	reduction filter setting
CH4 level meter	CH4 level meter
CH4 Input Source	CH4 input source
CH4 Ref./Sens.	CH4 input reference level
CH4 Wind Filter	CH4 microphone wind
	reduction filter setting
HDMI Output CH	HDMI output audio channel
	combination setting
Analog Output CH	Analog output audio channel
	combination setting
Monitor CH	Monitor channel setting

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Headphone Out	Headphone output type
	setting

System Status screen

Displays the video signal settings.

Frequency/Scan	System frequency and
	scanning method settings
File System	File system setting
Codec	Codec setting
Simul Rec	2-slot Simul Rec On/Off
	status
Title Prefix	Clip name title prefix
Picture Size	Recording format picture size
Rec Function	Enabled special recording
	format and settings
Clip Continuous Rec	Clip Continuous Rec On/Off
	status
Picture Cache Rec	Picture Cache Rec On/Off
	status and setting
Number	Clip name numeric suffix
Shooting Mode	Shooting mode setting
4K & HD (Sub) Rec	4K & HD (Sub) recording
	function On/Off status
Proxy Rec	Proxy recording On/Off
	status and setting
Genlock	Genlock status

Video Output Status screen

Displays the SDI, HDMI, and video output settings.

SDI	Output picture size
	Rec Control status
	Output On/Off
HDMI	Output picture size
	Rec Control status
	Output On/Off
VIDEO	Output picture size
	Output On/Off
Gamma	Gamma setting
Color Gamut	Color gamut setting
Gamma Display Assist	Gamma display assist setting

Assignable Button Status screen

Displays the functions assigned to each of the assignable buttons.

1	Function assigned to the
	Assign 1 button
2	Function assigned to the
	Assign 2 button
3	Function assigned to the
	Assign 3 button

4	Function assigned to the
	Assign 4 button
5	Function assigned to the
	Assign 5 button
6	Function assigned to the
	Assign 6 button
7	Function assigned to the
	Assign 7 button
8	Function assigned to the
	Assign 8 button
9	Function assigned to the
	Assign 9 button
10	Function assigned to the
	Assign 10 button

Battery Status screen

Displays information about the battery and DC IN source.

Detected Battery	Battery type
Remaining	Remaining capacity (%)
Charge Count	Number of recharges
Capacity	Remaining capacity (Ah)
Voltage	Voltage (V)
Manufacture Date	Date of battery manufacture
Video Light Remaining	Remaining charge level of the
	video light battery
Power Source	Power supply source
Supplied Voltage	Supplied power source
	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) and UTILITY media.

Media A information	Displays the media icon
	when recording media is
	inserted in slot A.
Media A protection	Displays the lock icon when
	the recording media inserted
	in slot A is protected
	(locked).
Media A remaining	Displays the remaining
capacity meter	capacity of recording media
	inserted in slot A expressed
	as a percentage on a bar
	graph.

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Media A remaining	Displays an estimate of the
recording time	remaining recording time of
	the recording media inserted
	in slot A in units of minutes
	under the current recording
	conditions.
Remaining life of media	Displays the remaining life in
A	percent (%) of the media
	inserted in slot A if the media
	stores remaining life data
Media B information	Displays the media icon
	when recording media is
	inserted in slot B.
Media B protection	Displays the lock icon when
	the recording media inserted
	in slot B is protected
	(locked).
Media B remaining	Displays the remaining
capacity meter	capacity of recording media
	inserted in slot B expressed
	as a percentage on a bar
	graph.
Media B remaining	Displays an estimate of the
recording time	remaining recording time of
	the recording media inserted
	in slot B in units of minutes
	under the current recording
	conditions.
Remaining life of media	Displays the remaining life in
B	percent (%) of the media
	inserted in slot B if the media
	stores remaining life data
UTILITY media	Displays the media icon
information	when media is inserted in the
	UTILITY SD/MS slot.
UTILITY media	Displays the lock icon when
protection	the media inserted in the
	UTILITY SD/MS slot is
	protected (locked).
UTILITY media	Displays the remaining
remaining capacity	capacity of media inserted in
meter	the UTILITY SD/MS slot
	expressed as a percentage on
	a bar graph.
UTILITY media	Displays an estimate of the
remaining capacity	remaining recording time of
	the recording media inserted
	in the UTILITY SD/MS slot
	in units of minutes. Or
	displays the remaining
	capacity in units of GB.

Rec Button Settings Status screen

Displays the setting status of the record button and handle record button.

Rec Button	Displays the recording target
	slot of the record button
Handle Rec Button	Displays the recording target
	slot of the handle record
	button

GPS Status screen

Displays the GPS positioning status and information.

GPS	GPS signal positioning status
Dilution of Precision	Position information
	precision
Latitude	Latitude information
Longitude	Longitude information
Altitude	Altitude information
Positioning date and	Positioning date and time
time
Current date and time	Current date and time
Time Zone	Time zone setting

Network Status screen

Displays the connection status of the network connection.

Wireless LAN	Wireless network settings,
	connection status
Wired LAN	Wired LAN network settings,
	connection status
Modem	Wireless network settings,
	connection status using
	modem (sold separately)

Wireless LAN settings

Setting	Status	Description
display	display
Off	---	Wireless LAN
		setting is off.
Access Point	Non Active	Not operating as an
Mode		access point.
		Displayed when
		Wi-Fi chip fails.
	Active	Operating as an
		access point.

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Setting	Status	Description
display	display
Station Mode	Non Active	Not operating in
		station mode.
		Displayed when
		Wi-Fi chip fails.
	Searching	Attempting to
		connect to the
		previously
		connected network
		(access point).
	Disconnected	Not connected to a
		network (access
		point).
		Also displayed
		when IP address
		was not assigned
		using DHCP.
	<SSID>	Connected to
		<SSID> network
		(access point).

Wired LAN settings

Setting	Status	Description
display	display
Off	---	Wired LAN setting
		is off.
On	Disconnected	Disconnected from
		network.
		Also displayed
		when IP address
		was not assigned
		using DHCP.
	Connected	Connected to a
		network.
Modem settings
Setting	Status	Description
display	display
Off	---	Modem setting is
		off.
On	Disconnected	Not connected to a
		network.
	Connected	Connected to a
		network.
	Connecting	Attempting to
		connect to a
		network.
	No Modem	Modem dongle is
		not inserted.

NCM/Streaming Status screen

Displays the connection status and streaming status in network client mode.

Network Client Mode	Network client mode status
Status
CCM Name	Name of connected CCM in
	network client mode
CCM Address	Address of connected CCM
	in network client mode
Streaming Status	Streaming status
Streaming Format	Streaming format
	information
Streaming Type	Type of currently selected
	streaming setting
Streaming Destination	Streaming destination
Address	address
Streaming Audio	Audio channel to
Channel	superimpose on streaming
	output

Network Client Mode Status settings

Status display	Description
Off	Network client mode is off.
Connected	Network client mode is on,
	CCM/XDCAM air is
	connected, and control from
	CCM/XDCAM air is
	enabled.
Connecting	Attempting to connect to
	CCM/XDCAM air.
	Note
	If the status does not change
	from “Connecting,” the CCM
	address setting may be
	incorrect. Check that the
	address is set correctly.
Destination Address	The host name or IP address
Error	of the CCM to connect may
	be incorrect.
Authentication Failed	The user name or password
	used to connect to the CCM
	may be incorrect.
No Network Access	Cannot connect to a network.
	Check the network
	connection status and
	settings.
Certificate is not yet	The CCM certificate is not
Valid	valid.
	The network date and time
	settings may be incorrect.

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Status display	Description
Certificate has Expired	The period of validity of the
	CCM certificate has expired.
	The network date and time
	settings may be incorrect.
Root Certificate Error	The root certificate is invalid.
	Note
	If this error message is
	displayed, contact your Sony
	service representative.

Intermediate Cert. Error An intermediate certificate is invalid.

Note

If this error message is displayed, contact your Sony service representative.

Server Certificate Error The server certificate is

	invalid.
	Note
	If this error message is
	displayed, contact your Sony
	service representative.
Streaming Status settings
Status display	Description
Off	Streaming is off.
Distributing	Streaming is in progress.
Preparing	Preparing for streaming.
Destination Address	The host name or IP address
Error	of the streaming destination
	may be incorrect.
No Network Access	Cannot connect to a network.
	Check the network

connection status and settings.

File Transfer Status screen

Displays file transfer information.

Auto Upload (Proxy)	Auto Upload (Proxy) On/Off
	status
Job Status(Remain/	Number of remaining jobs
Total)	and total number of jobs
Total Transfer Progress	Transfer progress of total jobs
Auto Upload Server	Name of Auto Upload
	(Proxy) transfer server
Current File Transfer	Transfer progress of file
Progress	currently being uploaded.
Current Transferring	Name of file currently being
File Name	uploaded.
Server Address	Address of file transfer server

Destination Directory	Destination directory of file
	transfer server

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Preparation

Power Supply

You can use a battery pack or AC power supply from an AC adapter.

When an AC adapter is connected, the AC adapter has priority even when a battery pack is attached.

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

Lithium-ion battery packs

BP-U30 (supplied)

BP-U60

BP-U60T

BP-U90

AC adapters/chargers

BC-U1A (supplied)

BC-U2A

WARNING

Do not store battery packs in locations exposed to direct sunlight, flame, or high temperature.

Note

•When operating from a power outlet, use the supplied AC adapter.

Using a battery pack

To attach a battery pack, plug the battery pack into the attachment (page 9) as far as it will go, and then slide it down to lock it into position.

To remove a battery pack, press and hold the BATT RELEASE button (page 9), slide the battery pack up and then pull it out of the attachment.

Notes

•Before use, charge the battery pack with the BC-U1A (supplied) or BC-U2A Charger.

•Charging a battery immediately after use while it is still warm may not fully recharge the battery.

•The BP-U30 cannot be used at the same time as a modem. To power a modem, use a BP-U60, BP-U60T, or BP-U90 battery pack.

•The high-capacity BP-U90 Battery Pack is large, and protrudes from the camcorder when attached. The BPU90 is convenient when using the camcorder attached to a tripod for extended recording periods.

Checking the remaining capacity

When recording or playback is in progress on the battery pack, an icon to show the current battery charge level and usage time remaining are displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen

(page 12).

Icon	Remaining capacity
	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 battery pack charge becomes low

If the remaining battery charge falls below a certain level during operation (Low Battery state), a low-battery message appears, the recording/tally lamp starts flashing, and a beep sound will warn you.

If the remaining battery charge falls below the level at which operation cannot continue (Battery Empty state), a battery-empty message appears. Replace with a charged battery pack.

Changing the warning levels

The Low Battery level is set to 10% of full battery charge and the Battery Empty level is set to 3% by factory default. You can change the warning level settings using Battery Alarm (page 122) in the System menu.

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Using AC power	Turning the camcorder on/off
Connecting the camcorder to a power outlet	To turn the camcorder on, set the ON/STANDBY
allows use without worrying about the need to	switch (page 9) to the ON position ([). To turn the
recharge the battery pack.	camcorder off, set the ON/STANDBY switch to
	the STANDBY position (1).
	Notes
	• Even when the ON/STANDBY switch is set to the
	STANDBY position, the unit continues to draw
	standby electric power. Remove the battery pack if not
	using your camcorder for an extended period.
	• Remove the battery or disconnect the DC IN power
	supply after the power lamp is extinguished when the
	power switch is set to the STANDBY position. If
	power is removed while the switch is in the ON
	position, a malfunction of the camcorder or SxS
	memory cards may occur.

DC IN	AC adapter plug
connector

1Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the AC Adapter.

2Connect the AC Adapter to the DC IN connector of the camcorder.

3Connect the power cord (mains lead) to the wall outlet (wall socket).

AC adapters

•Do not connect and use an AC adapter in a confined space, such as between a wall and furniture.

•If a problem occurs during operation, immediately disconnect the power cord from the outlet.

•Do not short-circuit the plug of the AC adapter with any metallic objects. Doing so will cause a malfunction.

•You cannot charge the camcorder by connecting it to the AC Adapter.

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Setting the Clock

When you turn the camcorder on for the first time after purchasing or the backup battery has completely discharged, the initial setting display appears on the viewfinder screen and LCD screen.

Set the date and time of the internal clock using this screen.

Time Zone

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

Setting the date and time

Move the cursor using the V/v/B/b button (page 9) or SEL/SET dial (page 10), and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to set each item. Finally, move the cursor to [Finish] and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to close the settings screen and finish setting the clock.

Once the settings screen is closed, you can change the date, time, and time zone settings using Clock Set (page 122) in the System menu.

Notes

•If the clock setting is lost because the backup battery becomes fully discharged due to power being disconnected for an extended period (no battery pack and no DC IN power source), the initial settings screen will be displayed when you next turn the camcorder on.

•While the initial settings screen is displayed, no other operation, except turning the power off, is permitted until you finish the settings on this screen.

•If you do not use your camcorder for about 3 months, the built-in rechargeable battery gets discharged and the date and time settings may be cleared from the memory. In that case, charge the rechargeable battery and then set the date and time again (page 126).

Attaching Devices

Attaching the lens hood

PUSH (lens hood release) button

Align the marks on the lens hood to those on the camcorder, and turn the lens hood in the direction of the arrow 2 until it is locked.

Removing the lens hood

Turn the lens hood in the opposite direction of the arrow in the illustration while pressing the PUSH (lens hood release) button.

Note

•Remove the lens hood when you attach/detach a ø77 mm polarizing filter or protective filter.

Attaching the large eyecup

Stretch the large eyecup slightly and fit it over the groove on the viewfinder.

Large eyecup (supplied)

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Adjusting the Screens

Adjusting the LCD screen

Open the LCD screen 180 degrees (1), then rotate it to the best angle to record or play back (2).

1 Open 180 degrees

2 90 degrees (max.)

2 180 degrees (max.)

You can adjust the angle so that the viewfinder is facing the subject. Images are displayed as mirror images on the LCD screen, but are recorded as normal images.

Adjusting the backlight

Switch the brightness of the backlight using the LCD BRIGHT button (page 11).

Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness using LCD Setting >Brightness (page 103) in the LCD/VF menu. Changes in the brightness do not affect the brightness of recorded images.

Adjusting the viewfinder

Look through the viewfinder with the LCD screen closed when using the viewfinder.

If the viewfinder screen display is not clear, adjust it using the diopter adjustment dial below the viewfinder.

Diopter adjustment dial

Move it until the picture becomes clear.

Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness using VF Setting >Brightness (page 103) in the LCD/VF menu.

Adjusting the brightness of the LCD/viewfinder screen using an assignable button

You can display a level bar for adjusting the brightness of the LCD screen/viewfinder screen by assigning LCD/VF Adjust to an assignable button (page 40) beforehand and then pressing that button.

1 Press the button assigned with LCD/VF Adjust to display a level bar for adjusting the brightness.

Each time the button is pressed, the display switches in sequence between level bar for the LCD screen t level bar for the viewfinder t no display.

2 Adjust the level using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The level bar disappears.

Press the button assigned with LCD/VF Adjust or do not perform any operation for 3 seconds to hide the level bar.

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Using SxS Memory

Cards

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

About SxS memory cards

Supported memory cards

Use the following Sony SxS memory cards. Operations are not guaranteed with memory cards other than the following cards.

SxS PRO+ series

SxS PRO series

SxS-1 series

These 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.

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Notes

•When recording XAVC-I 3840×2160P, use SxS PRO+ memory cards.

•When recording in XAVC-I recording format or shooting Slow & Quick Motion with SxS PRO or SxS-1 memory cards, an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

Inserting SxS memory cards

1 Open the cover of the card slot block.

2 Insert the SxS memory card with the SxS label facing to the right.

The access lamp (page 10) lights in red, then changes to green once the memory card is ready for use.

3 Close the cover.

Note

•The memory card, memory card slot, and image data on the memory card may be damaged if the card is forced into the slot in the incorrect orientation.

Removing an SxS memory card

1 Open the cover of the card slot block, and press the EJECT button.

The EJECT button pops out. During recording, this will stop the recording.

2 Press the EJECT button again to remove the card.

Notes

•If the camcorder is turned off or the memory card is removed while the memory card is being accessed, the integrity of data on the card cannot be guaranteed. All data recorded on the card may be discarded. Always make sure the access indicator is green or off before turning off the camcorder or removing the memory card.

•An SxS memory card removed from the camcorder after recording ended may be hot. This is not a malfunction.

Switching between SxS memory cards

When SxS memory cards are loaded in both card slots A and B, you can switch the card used for recording by pressing the SLOT SELECT button

(page 10).

If a card becomes full during recording, the camcorder automatically switches to the other card.

Note

•The SLOT SELECT button is disabled during playback. The memory cards are not switched even if you press the button. The button is enabled while the thumbnail screen (page 72) is displayed.

Formatting (initializing) an SxS memory card

If an SxS memory card is not formatted, or was formatted in another format, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Format the card using the following procedure.

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Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute. When a confirmation message appears, select Execute again.

A message is displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access indicator is lit red. When formatting is completed, a completion message is displayed. Press the SEL/SET dial to dismiss the message.

If formatting fails

A write-protected SxS memory card or memory card that cannot be used with this camcorder will not be formatted.

If a warning message is displayed, replace the card with an appropriate SxS memory card, according to the instructions in the message.

Note

•Formatting a memory card erases all data, including recorded video data and setup files.

Checking the remaining recording time

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 display of the LCD/viewfinder screen (page 12).

The remaining recording time is calculated from the remaining capacity of the media in each slot and the current video format (recording bit rate), and is displayed in units of minutes.

Note

•A icon appears if the memory card is writeprotected. If the write-protect switch is switched while the memory card is inserted, the lock icon will not be displayed. Always switch the write-protect switch with the memory card removed.

Replacing an SxS memory card

•If the available time on two cards in total becomes less than 5 minutes, the warning message “Media Near Full” is displayed, the recording/tally lamp flashes, and a beep sound is output to the headphones to warn you. Replace with media that has free 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, an indication that the maximum number of clips has been reached is displayed.

Restoring an SxS memory card

If for any reason an error should occur in a memory card, the card must be restored before use.

When you load an SxS memory card that needs to be restored, a message appears on the LCD/ viewfinder screen to ask whether you want to restore it.

Restoring a card

Select Execute using the V/v/B/b button or

SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

A message and progress status (%) are displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access lamp is lit red.

When restoration ends, a completion message appears.

If restoration fails

•Write protected SxS memory cards and cards on which memory errors have occurred cannot be restored. A warning message appears for such cards. Follow the instructions in the message and unprotect the card or replace it with another card.

•SxS memory cards on which memory errors have occurred may become usable if they are reformatted.

•In some cases, some clips can be restored while others cannot. The restored clips can be played normally.

•If the message “Could not Restore Some Clips” keeps appearing after repeated attempts at restoration, it may be possible to restore the SxS memory card with the following procedure.

1Use the copy function (page 76) of the camcorder to copy the required clips to another SxS memory card.

2Format the unusable SxS memory card on the camcorder.

3Copy the required clips back to the newly formatted SxS memory card.

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Notes

•For restoration of media recorded with this camcorder, be sure to use this camcorder.

Media recorded with a device other than this camcorder or with another camcorder of different version (even of the same model) may not be restored using this camcorder.

•Clips shorter than 2 seconds cannot be restored.

Using Other Media

XQD memory cards

By using an optional QDA-EX1 Media Adapter, you can insert an XQD memory card into an SxS memory card slot and use it instead of an SxS memory card for recording and playback.

Compatible XQD cards

S-series XQD memory cards

G-series XQD memory cards

H-series XQD memory cards

N-series XQD memory cards

For details on using a QDA-EX1 Media Adapter, refer to the instruction manual supplied with it.

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Notes

•High-speed playback (page 73) may not be properly achieved with an XQD memory card.

•When recording in high rate formats, such as XAVC-I recording format or 3840×2160P, an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

•Not all XQD memory cards are guaranteed to work with this camcorder. For compatible memory cards, contact your dealer.

Formatting (initializing)

XQD memory cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder.

An XQD memory card to be used with this camcorder must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. It is also necessary to format an XQD memory card for use if a caution message is displayed when you mount the XQD memory card.

If an XQD memory card that was formatted in a format unsupported by this camcorder is inserted, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen. Format the media as described below.

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To execute formatting

Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute.

A message is displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access indicator is lit red. When formatting ends, a completion message appears.

Note

•Formatting an XQD memory card erases all data on the card, including protected video. The data cannot be restored.

To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device

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

SD cards

By using an optional MEAD-SD02, you can insert an SD card into an SxS memory card slot and use it instead of an SxS memory card for recording and playback.

For details about using an MEAD-SD02 Media Adapter, refer to the instruction manual supplied with the adapter.

For details about recording media and compatible formats, see page 130.

Note

•High-speed playback (page 73) may not be properly achieved with an SD card.

SDXC cards (exFAT only)

(Speed Class: Class 10)

Notes

•Not supported in modes other than exFAT mode.

•Do not use SDXC cards at the same time as other memory cards. If different types of media are used at the same time, the camcorder cannot switch cards when the media becomes full.

•When recording in XAVC-I recording format or shooting Slow & Quick Motion (page 43), an unsupported media error may appear on the screen indicating that normal recording is not possible, depending on the SDXC cards used. The use of SxS PRO+ memory cards is recommended.

•SDXC cards recorded using PMW series and PXW series camcorders may not be supported, depending on the camcorder model.

For details, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative.

SDHC cards (FAT only)

(Speed Class: Class 10)

Note

• Not supported in exFAT and UDF modes.

Formatting (initializing)

SD cards must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder.

SD cards for use in the camcorder should be formatted using the format function of the camcorder.

If a message appears when the SD card is inserted into the camcorder, format the SD card.

If an SD memory card that was formatted in a format unsupported by this camcorder is inserted, the message “Unsupported File System” is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen. Format the media as described below.

To execute formatting

Using Format Media (page 110) in the Media menu, specify Media(A) (slot A) or Media(B) (slot B), then select Execute.

A message is displayed while formatting is in progress, and the access indicator is lit red. When formatting ends, a completion message appears.

Note

•Formatting an SD card erases all data on the card, including protected video. The data cannot be restored.

To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device

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

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Shooting

Basic Operation Procedure

Shooting

Basic shooting is conducted using the following procedure.

1 Attach the necessary devices, and check that power is being supplied.

2 Load the memory card(s).

If you load two SxS memory cards in memory card slots A and B, recording is continued by automatically switching to the second card when the first card becomes full.

3 Set the ON/STANDBY switch to the ON position.

The recording screen is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

4 Press the grip or handle record button

(page 9).

The recording/tally lamp lights and recording begins.

5 To stop recording, press the record button again.

Recording stops, and the camcorder switches to STBY (standby) mode.

Shooting (Full Auto Mode)

Press the FULL AUTO button, turning the button indicator on.

Full Auto mode is turned on, Auto Exposure (page 92) is activated, and Auto ND Filter, Auto Iris, AGC (Auto Gain Control), Auto Shutter, and ATW (Auto Tracing White balance) are set to On. Then, the brightness and white balance are automatically adjusted.

When you wish to adjust them manually, turn Full Auto mode off.

Continuous recording on the memory cards (Relay Rec)

When memory cards are inserted in both slots A and B, recording automatically switches to the second memory card just before the remaining capacity on the first card is reduced to zero. You can continue recording continuously when switching memory cards by replacing the memory card that is full with a new memory card.

Notes

•Do not eject a memory card while recording to it is in progress. Remove only the memory card in the slot whose access lamp is turned off during recording.

•If a recordable memory card is loaded into the other slot when the remaining time of the memory card that is recording is less than 1 minute, the message “Will Switch Slots Soon” is displayed. The message disappears after switching memory card slots.

•The relay recording function may not work if you start recording when the remaining time of the memory card is less than 1 minute. To perform the relay recording properly, make sure that the remaining time of the memory card is more than 1 minute.

•Video created using the camcorder relay recording function cannot be played back seamlessly on the camcorder.

•To combine video created using the camcorder relay recording function, use Content Browser software.

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About clips

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 names

Each clip recorded by the camcorder is automatically assigned a name using the naming mode that is set in Clip Naming (page 111) of the Media menu.

Maximum clip duration

The maximum duration of a clip varies depending on the recording format. The maximum duration of continuous

recording is the same as the maximum duration of a clip. If the recording time exceeds the maximum duration of a clip, a new clip is created automatically and recording continues. The new clip appears as a separate clip on the thumbnail screen.

For details about the maximum recording time of a clip for each recording format, see

“Maximum recording time for a clip” (page 131).

To delete a clip

You can delete the last recorded clip using the Last Clip Delete function (page 121). To delete all clips or specific clips, perform the operation from the thumbnail screen (page 77).

Adjusting the zoom

Using the power zoom lever

1.Set the ZOOM switch Dto SERVO.

2.Zoom by pressing the power zoom lever C. Lightly press the power zoom lever Cfor a

slower zoom. Fully press it for a faster zoom.

Wide view: Wide

Close view: Telephoto

•The minimum distance required between your camcorder and the subject for focus is about 5 cm (about 2 in.) for wide angle and about 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) for telephoto.

•The focus may not be adjusted at certain zoom positions if the subject is within 80 cm (about 2 5/8 feet) from your camcorder.

•Keep your finger on the power zoom lever C.

If you move your finger off the power zoom lever C, the operation sound of the power

zoom lever may also be recorded.

Using the handle zoom

1.Set the handle zoom operation to “Low,” “High,” or “Variable” using Handle Zoom (page 93) >Setting in the Camera menu.

•When set to “Variable,” you can zoom in or out at a variable speed according to the pressure applied to the switch.

•When set to “Low” or “High”, you can zoom in or out at fixed speed, regardless of the pressure applied to the switch. You can set the speed to “Low” or “High” using Handle Zoom in the Camera menu.

•By assigning the Handle Zoom >Setting function to an assignable button (page 40), you can switch the handle zoom operation each time the button is pressed.

2.Press the handle zoom lever Ato zoom in or out.

Note

•You cannot use the handle zoom lever Awhen the handle zoom operation is set to OFF.

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Using the zoom ring

1.Set the ZOOM switch Dto MANUAL.

2.Zoom by turning the zoom ring B.

You can zoom at the desired speed by turning the zoom ring B. Fine adjustment is also possible.

Adjusting the focus

Tips for focusing

•Move the power zoom lever towards T (telephoto) and adjust the focus, then, towards W (wide angle) to adjust the zoom for recording.

•When you want to record a close-up image of a subject, move the power zoom lever towards W (wide angle) to fully magnify the image, then adjust the focus.

AF/MF
mode	Full MF mode

Adjusting in Full MF mode

Pull the focus ring Atoward the back (toward the camcorder) to activate Full MF mode for full manual focus control.

Turn the focus ring to adjust the focus while monitoring the image on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

In Full MF mode, you can use the distance markers printed on the focus ring as a guide when adjusting the focus. The distances where the picture is in focus correspond to the positions of the distance markers.

Notes

•Do not use excessive force at both ends of the travel when turning the focus ring.

•While in Full MF mode, the auto focus and push auto focus functions do not work.

•The macro is set to OFF regardless of the setting of the lens MACRO switch.

Adjusting in MF mode

In MF (manual focus) mode, you can also use auto focus operation whenever required.

Slide the focus ring Atoward the front (toward the lens hood) and set the FOCUS switch Cto MANUAL.

Using automatic focus temporarily (Push auto focus)

In MF mode, auto focus is activated while the FOCUS PUSH AUTO button Dof the lens is pressed or while an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Push AF/Push MF is pressed.

The focus returns to manual focus when you release the button.

This function is useful for shifting the focus from one subject to another during manual focus mode.

Adjusting in AF mode

In AF (auto focus) mode, the focus is adjusted automatically.

Slide the focus ring Atoward the front and set the FOCUS switch Cto AUTO.

Using manual focus temporarily (Push manual focus)

In AF mode, manual focus is activated while the FOCUS PUSH AUTO button of the lens is pressed or while an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Push AF/Push MF is pressed. The focus returns to auto focus when you release the button.

Using macro mode

In MF mode or AF mode, set the MACRO switch Bto the ON position to activate macro mode to enable focusing over a range that includes the macro area.

Macro mode is disabled in Full MF mode.

Focusing using magnified view (Focus Magnifier)

When an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Focus Magnifier is pressed, the focus

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magnifier screen appears showing the part of the image magnified.

The magnification switches between 4× and 8× each time the button is pressed when the recording format is QFHD. You can move the magnified position using the V/v/B/b button. The center of the screen is magnified at a fixed 2× in recording formats other than QFHD.

Press the button again to return to the normal screen.

This function is useful for checking the focus.

Note

•Even though the image appears magnified on the screen, the recorded image is not magnified.

Monitoring audio while shooting

Connecting a set of headphones to the headphone jack (stereo mini jack) (page 10) enables you to monitor the audio being recorded.

Note

•The built-in speaker is disabled while shooting (recording or recording standby).

To adjust the audio monitoring volume

Use the VOLUME buttons (page 11).

To change the audio monitoring channel

Select the channel using Audio Output (page 102) in the Audio menu.

Changing Basic Settings

You can change the settings based on the video application or recording conditions.

Video format

The formats available for selection vary depending on the exFAT/UDF/FAT file system, system frequency, and codec settings.

Switching the exFAT/UDF/FAT file system

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >File System in the System menu.

The camcorder automatically restarts after switching.

Note

•You cannot switch between exFAT/UDF/FAT during recording or playback.

Switching the system frequency

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Frequency in the System menu.

The camcorder automatically restarts after switching.

Note

•You cannot switch the system frequency during recording or playback.

Switching the codec

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Codec in the System menu.

Note

•You cannot switch the codec during recording or playback.

Changing the format

Switch using Rec Format (page 118) >Video Format in the System menu.

The signals from the SDI OUT and HDMI OUT connectors are also output in the format selected using this menu.

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