Sony PXW-Z280T Instruction Manual

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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

Software Version 2.0

Overview

Preparation

Location and Function of Parts ............................................... 7

Main unit ........................................................................ 7

Screen Display ......................................................................... 12

LCD/viewfinder screen ................................................ 12

Status screen ................................................................. 14

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

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

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 ...................................... 63

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 ................................................... 69

Web Remote Control Menu ................................................... 70

Video monitoring settings (Monitoring Settings) ........ 70

File transfer settings (Upload Settings) ........................ 71

File transfer management (File Transfer) .................... 72

Thumbnail Screen

Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen ............................... 73

Playing Clips ............................................................................ 74

Playing recorded clips .................................................. 74

Playing the selected and subsequent clips in

sequence ................................................................. 74

Adding shot marks during playback (exFAT, UDF) ... 74

Monitoring audio during playback ............................... 74

Clip Operations ....................................................................... 75

Thumbnail menu operations ......................................... 75

Displaying clip properties ............................................ 76

Protecting clips (exFAT, UDF) .................................... 77

Copying clips ............................................................... 77

Deleting clips ............................................................... 78

Adding/deleting clip flags (exFAT, UDF) ................... 78

Filtering the clips displayed using the filtered clip

thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF) ........................... 78

Deleting shot marks (exFAT, UDF) ............................. 79

External Device Connection

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices ...... 80

External Synchronization ....................................................... 81

Managing/Editing Clips on a Computer ............................... 82

Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy .......................... 85

Setup Menu Operations .......................................................... 87

Setup Menu List ...................................................................... 91

Filtering clips (frames) using the essence mark

thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF) ........................... 79

Changing the information displayed on the thumbnail

screen ..................................................................... 79

Changing the index picture of a clip ............................ 79

Connecting using a USB cable ..................................... 82

Connecting an external HDD/USB media ................... 83

Setup menu hierarchy ................................................... 85

Editing the User menu .................................................. 89

User menu .................................................................... 91

Edit User Menu menu .................................................. 91

Camera menu ............................................................... 92

Paint menu .................................................................... 95

Audio menu ................................................................ 102

Video menu ................................................................ 103

LCD/VF menu ............................................................ 104

TC/UB menu .............................................................. 108

Recording menu ......................................................... 108

Thumbnail menu ........................................................ 110

Media menu ................................................................111

File menu .................................................................... 113

Network menu ............................................................ 114

System menu .............................................................. 121

Appendix

Important Notes on Operation ............................................ 127

Using your camcorder abroad .................................... 127

Video Formats ....................................................................... 133

About recording media ............................................... 133

Special recording modes and compatible formats ..... 134

Maximum recording time for a clip ........................... 134

Output Formats and Limitations ........................................135

Video formats and output signals ............................... 135

Network and video output combinations ................... 139

Limitations between recording functions ................... 139

Items Saved in an All File/Scene File .................................. 140

Camera ....................................................................... 140

Paint ............................................................................ 141

Audio .......................................................................... 144

Video .......................................................................... 144

LCD/VF ...................................................................... 145

TC/UB ........................................................................ 147

Recording ................................................................... 147

Thumbnail .................................................................. 147

Media .......................................................................... 148

File .............................................................................. 149

Network ...................................................................... 149

System ........................................................................ 152

Troubleshooting .................................................................... 154

Power supply .............................................................. 154

Recording/playback .................................................... 154

External devices ......................................................... 155

Wireless LAN connection .......................................... 155

Internet connection ..................................................... 155

ND filter dial .............................................................. 156

Error/Warning Indications .................................................. 157

Error indications ......................................................... 157

Warning indications ................................................... 157

Caution and operation messages ................................ 158

Block Diagrams ..................................................................... 160

Specifications ......................................................................... 163

General ....................................................................... 163

Lens ............................................................................ 164

Camera ....................................................................... 165

Wireless LAN ............................................................. 165

Inputs/outputs ............................................................. 165

Display ....................................................................... 166

Internal microphone ................................................... 166

Media slots ................................................................. 166

Supplied accessories ...................................................166

Index ....................................................................................... 169

Overview

Location and Function of Parts

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

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)

11. Power zoom lever (28)

12. Wi-Fi antenna

1. Internal microphone (34)

2. Recording/tally lamp (front) (125)

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)

1. BATT RELEASE button (19)

2. Battery pack attachment (19)

3. Multi/Micro USB connector (82)

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

5. SDI OUT connector (80)

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 (80)

27. UTILITY SD/MS slot/access lamp

Used for proxy recording and storing/loading settings (File function), and when upgrading (software update).

1. Zoom ring (29)

Note

• After setting the ON/STANDBY switch to the ON position, do not move the ring until the lens initialization operation is finished. Doing so will prevent correct focusing.

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) (125)

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 (87)

19. SEL/SET dial (87)

20. MENU button (87)

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.

1. THUMBNAIL button (73)

2. STOP button (74)

3. STATUS CHECK button (14)

4. PREV button (74)

5. V/v/B/b/SET button (87)

6. MENU button (87)

7. F REV button (74)

8. PLAY/PAUSE button (74)

9. F FWD button (74)

10. NEXT button (74)

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 (87)

Bottom Side

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

Compatible with 1/4-20UNC screws and 3/816UNC screws. Attach to a tripod (sold separately, screw length of 5.5 mm or less).

Screen Display

Information displayed on the screen while shooting

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 106).

1. Network status indicator (page 14)

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. Intercom indicator (page 14)

Displays the status of the intercom connection as an icon.

6. Network client mode status indicator

Displays the connection status in network client mode.

7. Streaming status indicator

8. Slow & Quick Motion shooting frame rate

indicator

9. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN

voltage indicator

10. 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) Displayed when there is no registered face and no

faces are detected, and when there is a registered face but it is not detected.

Note

• Numerical value for depth of field is a guide.

11. Zoom position indicator

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

12. GPS status indicator

13. Image stabilization mode (SteadyShot)

indicator

14. 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.

15. Digital extender indicator

16. Focus assist indicator

Note

• Not displayed when using face detection AF.

17. Media remaining capacity indicator

18. 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

32. Gamma indicator (page 97)

Displays the gamma setting.

33. Proxy status indicator

34. 4K & HD (Sub) recording indicator

35. System frequency and scan method

indicator

36. Recording format (picture size) indicator

(page 121)

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.

19. Timecode indicator (page 36)

20. ND filter indicator (page 32)

21. Scene file indicator (page 46)

22. Iris position indicator

23. Video level warning indicator

24. Gain indicator (page 31)

25. Shutter mode/shutter speed indicator

26. AE mode/AE level indicator

27. Audio level meter

28. VIDEO SIGNAL MONITOR display

(waveform monitor/vectorscope/ histogram)

Note

• Not displayed when Output Format in the Video menu is set to 3840×2160P.

29. Clip name indicator

30. Recording format (codec) indicator

(page 121)

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

31. Gamma display assist indicator

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. Intercom indicator

7. Network client mode status indicator

8. Streaming status indicator

9. Playback format (picture size) indicator

10. Remaining battery capacity/DC IN

voltage indicator

11. Playback format (codec) indicator

12. Media indicator

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

13. Time data indicator

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

14. Clip name indicator

15. Gamma display assist indicator

16. Audio level meter

17. Gamma indicator

Network connection icon indicators

Network mode

Access point mode

Station mode Wi-Fi

Modem

Wired LAN LAN connected

1) Two modems can be connected to the camcorder. When two modems are connected, the icons change as follows depending on the modem status.

Connection status

Operating as an access point

Access point operation error

connected

Wi-Fi signal strength (4 levels)

Wi-Fi disconnected (incl. during setup) Wi-Fi connection error 3G/4G signal strength (5 levels) 3 levels for modems without signal strength detection

3G/4G disconnected (incl. during setup)

3G/4G connection error

LAN disconnected (incl. during setup) LAN connection error

Icon

3G connected

–

4G connected

–

Network connection (3G/ 4G indeterminate)

–

Connection status Icon

Two modems connected, only Modem1 in use

Two modems connected, only Modem2 in use

Two modems connected, both in use

Intercom connection icon indicators

Connection status Icon

• Network Client Mode is Off

• Network Client Mode is On and headset not connected

• Network Client Mode is On

• Headset connected

• Headset connection supported, but not connected (connection ready state)

• Network Client Mode is On

• Headset connected

• Intercom connection disabled state

• Network Client Mode is On

• Call ready state, with headset and intercom connected

None

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 White balance memory B

White Switch<A> White balance memory A

White Switch Preset White setting

ND<Preset> Preset1 to 3 setting for ND

adjustment value

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

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

10 Function assigned to the

Assign 9 button

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 Lig ht Remaining Remaining charge level of t he

Power Source Power supply source

Supplied Voltage Supplied power source

video light battery

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

Media A protection Displays the lock icon when

Media A remaining capacity meter

Media A remaining recording time

Remaining life of media ADisplays the remaining life in

Media B information Displays the media icon

when recording media is inserted in slot A.

the recording media inserted in slot A is protected (locked).

Displays the remaining capacity of recording media inserted in slot A expressed as a percentage on a bar graph.

Displays an estimate of the remaining recording time of the recording media inserted in slot A in units of minutes under the current recording conditions.

percent (%) of the media inserted in slot A if the media stores remaining life data

when recording media is inserted in slot B.

Media B protection Displays the lock icon when

Media B remaining capacity meter

Media B remaining recording time

Remaining life of media BDisplays the remaining life in

UTILITY media information

UTILITY media protection

UTILITY media remaining capacity meter

UTILITY media remaining capacity

the recording media inserted in slot B is protected (locked).

Displays the remaining capacity of recording media inserted in slot B expressed as a percentage on a bar graph.

Displays an estimate of the remaining recording time of the recording media inserted in slot B in units of minutes under the current recording conditions.

percent (%) of the media inserted in slot B if the media stores remaining life data

Displays the media icon when media is inserted in the UTILITY SD/MS slot.

Displays the lock icon when the media inserted in the UTILITY SD/MS slot is protected (locked).

Displays the remaining capacity of media inserted in the UTILITY SD/MS slot expressed as a percentage on a bar graph.

Displays an estimate of the 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

Handle Rec Button Displays the recording target

slot of the record button

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 time

Current date and time Current date and time

Time Zone Time zone setting

Positioning date and time

Network Status screen

Displays the connection status of the network connection.

Wireless LAN Wireless network settings,

Wired LAN Wired LAN network settings,

Modem1 Wireless network settings,

Modem2 Wireless network settings,

connection status

connection status using modem (sold separately)

Wireless LAN settings

Setting display

Off --- Wireless LAN

Access Point Mode

Station Mode Non Active Not operating in

Status

Description

display

setting is off.

Non Active Not operating as an

Active Operating as an

Searching Attempting to

Disconnected Not connected to a

<SSID> Connected to

access point. Displayed when Wi-Fi chip fails.

access point.

station mode. Displayed when Wi-Fi chip fails.

connect to the previously connected network (access point).

network (access point). Also displayed when IP address was not assigned using DHCP.

<SSID> network (access point).

Wired LAN settings

Setting display

Off --- Wired LAN setting

On Disconnected Disconnected from

Status

Description

display

is off.

network. Also displayed when IP address was not assigned using DHCP.

Connected Connected to a

network.

Modem1 and Modem2 settings

Setting display

Off --- Modem setting is

On Disconnected Not connected to a

Status

Description

display

off.

network.

Connected Connected to a

Connecting Attempting to

No Modem Modem dongle is

network.

connect to a network.

not inserted.

NCM/Streaming Status screen

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

Network Client Mode Status

CCM Name Name of connected CCM in

CCM Address Address of connected CCM

QoS Streaming1 Bit Rate

QoS Streaming2 Bit Rate

Streaming Status Streaming status

Streaming Format Streaming format

Streaming Type Type of currently selected

Streaming Destination Address

Streaming Audio Channel

Network client mode status

network client mode

in network client mode

Streaming bit rate 1

Streaming bit rate 2

information

streaming setting

Streaming destination address

Audio channel to superimpose on streaming output

Network Client Mode Status settings Streaming Status settings

Status display Description

Off Network client mode is off.

Connected Network client mode is on,

Connecting Attempting to connect to

CCM/XDCAM air is connected, and control from CCM/XDCAM air is enabled.

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 Error

Authentication Failed The user name or password

No Network Access Cannot connect to a network.

Certificate is not yet Valid

Certificate has Expired The period of validity of the

Root Certificate Error The root certificate is invalid.

The host name or IP address of the CCM to connect may be incorrect.

used to connect to the CCM may be incorrect.

Check the network connection status and settings.

The CCM certificate is not valid. The network date and time settings may be incorrect.

CCM certificate has expired. The network date and time settings may be incorrect.

Status display Description

Off Streaming is off.

Distributing Streaming is in progress.

Preparing Preparing for streaming.

Destination Address Error

No Network Access Cannot connect to a network.

The host name or IP address of the streaming destination may be incorrect.

Check the network connection status and settings.

File Transfer Status screen

Displays file transfer information.

Auto Upload (Proxy) Auto Upload (Proxy) On/Off

Job Status(Remain/ Total)

Total Transfer Progress Transfer progress of total jobs

Auto Upload Server Name of Auto Upload

Current File Transfer Progress

Current Transferring File Name

Server Address Address of file transfer server

Destination Directory Destination directory of file

status

Number of remaining jobs and total number of jobs

(Proxy) transfer server

Transfer progress of file currently being uploaded.

Name of file currently being uploaded.

transfer server

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.

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 125) in the System menu.

Using AC power

DC IN connector

AC adapter plug

Turning the camcorder on/off

Connecting the camcorder to a power outlet allows use without worrying about the need to recharge the battery pack.

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

Adapter.

2 Connect the A C Adapter to the DC IN connector of the

camcorder.

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

(wall socket).

To turn the camcorder on, set the ON/STANDBY switch (page 9) to the ON position ([). To turn the 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.

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.

Setting the Clock Attaching Devices

PUSH (lens hood release) button

Large eyecup (supplied)

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 125) 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 129).

Attaching the lens hood

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.

2 180 degrees (max.)

2 90 degrees (max.)

1 Open 180 degrees

Diopter adjustment dial Move it until the picture becomes clear.

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).

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 104) 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.

Adjusting the brightness

Adjust the brightness using VF Setting >Brightness (page 104) 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.

Using SxS Memory Cards

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.

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 n ot 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 133.

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 m ay 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.

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 73) is displayed.

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.

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.

Using Format Media (page 111) 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 s witch 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.

1 Use the copy function (page 77) of the camcorder to

copy the required clips to another SxS memory card.

2 Format the unusable SxS memory card on the

camcorder.

3 Copy the required clips back to the newly formatted

SxS memory card.

Notes

• For restoratio n 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

G-series XQD memory cards S (EB Stream) 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 133.

Notes

• High-speed playback (page 74) 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.

To execute formatting

Using Format Media (page 111) 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 133.

Note

• High-speed playback (page 74) 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 111) 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.

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.

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 th e 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.

Shooting (Full Auto Mode)

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

Full Auto mode is turned on, Auto Exposure (page 93) 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 th em manually, turn F ull Auto mode off.

About clips

Wide view: Wide

Close view: Telephoto

Using the power zoom lever

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 112) 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 134).

To delete a clip

You can delete the last recorded clip using the Last Clip Delete function (page 124). To delete all clips or specific clips, perform the operation from the thumbnail screen (page 78).

Adjusting the zoom

1. Set the ZOOM switch D to SERVO.

2. Zoom by pressing the power zoom lever C.

Lightly press the power zoom lever C for a slower zoom. Fully press it for a faster zoom.

• 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 94) >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 A to zoom in or

out.

Notes

• You cannot use the handle zoom lever A when the

handle zoom operation is set to OFF.

• Uneven zooming may occur when the zoom speed is set to a low value.

Using the zoom ring

AF/MF mode

Full MF mode

1. Set the ZOOM switch D to 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.

Adjusting in Full MF mode

Pull the focus ring A toward 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 A toward the front (toward the lens hood) and set the FOCUS switch C to MANUAL.

Using automatic focus temporarily (Push auto focus)

In MF mode, auto focus is activated while the FOCUS PUSH AUTO button D of 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 A toward the front and set the FOCUS switch C to 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 B to 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

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 103) 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 121) >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 121) >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 121) >Codec in the System menu.

Note

• You cannot switch the codec during recording or playback.

Changing the format

Switch using Rec Format (page 121) >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.

Note

• You cannot change the format during recording or playback.

Adjusting the brightness

You can adjust the brightness by adjusting the iris, gain, shutter speed, and by adjusting the light level using ND filters.

Auto iris is active while the button is pressed. Release the button to return to manual iris mode.

Shooting with auto gain (AGC)

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

AGC (Auto Gain Control) mode is forcibly enabled.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set Auto Exposure >AGC (page 93) in the Camera menu to On to activate AGC mode. You can also set AGC on/off in the direct menu (page 37).

Shooting with fixed gain

1. Set Full Auto mode off.

2. When the gain is automatically adjusted, set

Auto Exposure >AGC (page 93) in the Camera menu to Off. “AGC” disappears.

3. Set the GAIN switch G to H, M, or L.

The gain value set for the selected gain switch position appears on the screen. You can set the gain value for H/M/L using Gain (page 92) in the Camera menu. You can also set the H/M/L value in the direct menu (page 37).

Shooting using auto iris

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

The iris is forcibly set to Auto mode.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set the IRIS switch B to AUTO. Auto mode is set. When the IRIS switch is set to AUTO, the adjustment setting applied when the iris AUTO/ MANUAL switch is set to MANUAL can be configured in the direct menu (page 37).

Shooting using manual iris

When Full Auto mode is off, set the IRIS switch B to MANUAL. Manual mode is set. Turn the iris ring A to adjust the iris.

Switching to auto iris temporarily

In manual iris mode, press an assignable button assigned with Push Auto Iris to activate the onepush auto iris function.

Shooting in auto shutter mode

When Full Auto mode (page 27) is on

The shutter is forcibly set to auto shutter.

When Full Auto mode is off

Set Auto Exposure >Auto Shutter (page 94) in the Camera menu to On to activate auto shutter speed mode. Auto shutter can also be activated by selecting Auto Shutter in the direct menu and setting it to on.

Shooting with a fixed shutter

When Full Auto mode is off and Auto Exposure >Auto Shutter (page 94) in the Camera menu is set to Off, set the SHUTTER switch F to the ON position to set fixed shutter with the shutter mode and speed configured using Shutter (page 93) in the Camera menu.

Setting in the Camera menu

Select Shutter (page 93) in the Camera menu and set the shutter mode and speed.

Setting using the direct menu

You can also set ECS mode (page 93) on/off and the shutter speed in the direct menu (page 37).

Adjusting the light level (ND filter)

You can shoot a subject with the proper brightness by using the ND FILTER switch C when the recording environment is too bright. The camcorder features two ND filter modes. You can switch the mode using the ND FILTER mode switch D.

Preset mode

Set the ND FILTER mode switch D to PRESET, then set the ND FILTER switch C to the following. CLEAR: ND filter is not used. 1: Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset1 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/4. 2: Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset2 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/16. 3: Filter density set using ND Filter >Preset3 in the Camera menu. The default setting is 1/64. You can also set the filter in the same way as the ND FILTER switch using the direct menu (page 37).

Variable mode

Set the ND FILTER mode switch D to PRESET, then set the ND FILTER switch C to the following. CLEAR: ND filter is not used. 1, 2, 3: You can set the filter density in a continuous range from 1/4 to 1/128 using the ND control dial E. The ND FILTER switch B position (1/2/3) does not affect the filter density adjustment.

Auto ND filter

When the ND FILTER mode switch is set to VARIABLE and the ND FILTER switch is in position 1 to 3, the density of the ND filter can be adjusted automatically by setting Auto Exposure >Auto ND Filter (page 93) in the Camera menu to On. You can also set Auto ND Filter on/off and set ND CLEAR in the direct menu (page 37). When Auto ND Filter is off, you can also select the density of the ND filter in the direct menu.

Setting auto exposure

Auto exposure control s excessive brightness t o an appropriate level using auto ND filter, iris, gain, and shutter functions. Set the control mode using Auto Exposure (page 93) >Mode in the Camera menu, and set the level using Level. You can also set the control mode and correction level in the direct menu (page 37).

Using the flicker reduction function

Set Flicker Reduce (page 94) >Mode in the Camera menu to Auto or On, and set Frequency to the power supply frequency (50 Hz or 60 Hz).

Note

• If the frame rate for shooting is close to the power supply frequency, flicker may not be completely reduced when using the flicker reduction function. In this case, use the electronic shutter.

Adjusting for natural colors (white balance)

You can select the adjustment mode to suit the shooting conditions.

Preset mode

This mode adjusts the color temperature to a preset value (factory de fault is 3200K). Select this mode when you have no time to adjust the white balance or when you wish to fix the white balance to the preset set using White (page 96) >Preset White in the Paint menu.

Memory A mode, Memory B mode

This mode adjusts the white balance to the setting saved in memory A or B, respectively. Press the WB SET button A to execute auto white balance adjustment and store the adjusted value in memory A or memory B.

ATW (Auto-Tracing White balance) mode

In this mode, the camcorder automatically adjusts the white balance to the appropriate condition. The white balance is automatically adjusted when the color temperature of the light source changes. You can select the speed of adjustment (five steps) using White Setting >ATW Speed (page 96) in the Paint menu. You can freeze the current white balance setting by assigning the ATW Hold function to an assignable button (page 40), and pressing the assignable button to temporarily pause ATW mode.

Note

• It may not be possible to adjust to the appropriate colors using ATW, depending on the lighting and subject conditions. Examples:  When a single color dominates the subject, such as

sky, sea, ground, or flowers.

 When the color temperature is extremely high or

extremely low.

If the appropriate effect cannot be obtained because the ATW auto tracking speed is slow or for other reasons, run auto white balance.

Using the switch

Select the mode using the WHT BAL switch B.

B: ATW mode or Memory B mode A: Memory A mode PRESET: Preset mode

ATW mode is assigned to the B position of the WHT BAL switch at the factory. You can change the setting so that Memory B mode is selected using White Setting >White Switch (page 96) in the Paint menu. Setting the camcorder to Full Auto mode (page 27) forcibly activates ATW mode. Assigning the ATW on/off function to an assignable button (page 40) permits you to independently activate/deactivate ATW when Full Auto mode is off.

Using the direct menu

Press the DISPLAY button (page 11) to display the selected mode and color temperature on the screen (page 12).

ATW: ATW mode W:A: Memory A mode W:B: Memory B mode W:P: Preset mode

You can change the adjustment mode to the following in the direct menu (page 37). When the WHT BAL switch is set to the B position, ATW mode and Memory B mode can be set. When the WHT BAL switch is set to the A position, ATW mode a nd Memory A mode can be set. When the WHT BAL switch is set to the PRESET position, ATW mode and Preset mode can be set. You can set the color temperature in the direct menu when not set to ATW mode. You can change the color temperature in the direct menu by selecting the color temperature indicator. In preset mode, pressing the WB SET button also sets the color temperature.

Switching preset mode using an assignable button

Assign Preset White Select to an assignable button (page 40). You can then switch preset mode values in the order 3200K, 4300K, 5600K, and 6300K each time you press the button.

Executing auto white balance

1 To save an adjustment value in

memory, select Memory A mode or Memory B mode.

2 Place white paper (or other object) in a

location with the same lighting source and conditions as the subject, then zoom in on the paper to show white on the screen.

3 Adjust the brightness.

Adjust the iris as described in “Shooting using manual iris” (page 31).

4 Press the WB SET button A.

When you execute the adjustment in a memory mode, the adjusted value is stored in the memory (A or B) selected in step 1. If auto white balance is executed in ATW mode, the white balance adjustment returns to the ATW mode white balance when adjustment ends.

Notes

• Auto white balance adjustment cannot be performed when in Preset mode.

• If the adjustment is not successful, an error message is displayed on the screen. If the error message persists after repeated attempts to set white balance, contact your Sony service representative.

Setting the audio to record

The following connectors, switches and dials allow you to set the sound to be recorded.

Audio source switches

CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch D CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I

Switches for setting the audio level

AUDIO LEVEL (CH1) dial E AUDIO LEVEL (CH2) dial H AUDIO LEVEL (CH3) dial F AUDIO LEVEL (CH4) dial G

Refer to the block diagrams (page 160).

Using the internal microphone

You can record sound using the internal microphone.

To record on CH1, CH2

Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch

D and CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I to INT.

To record on CH3, CH4

Select Internal MIC using Audio Input (page 102) >CH3 Input Select and CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

Using an external audio device

Mixers and other external audio devices are supported.

To record on CH1, CH2

External audio input connectors and selector switches

AUDIO INPUT1 connector A AUDIO INPUT2 connector B INPUT1 switch C INPUT2 switch J

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE)

switch D and CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I to EXT.

When Audio Input >CH2 EXT Input Select in the Audio menu is set to INPUT2, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on CH1 and the sound from the AUDIO INPUT2 connector will be recorded on CH2. When CH2 EXT Input Select is set to INPUT1, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH1 and CH2.

2 Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches (C/

J) to LINE.

3 Connect an external audio device to the

AUDIO INPUT1/AUDIO INPUT2 connectors (A/B).

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select INPUT1 using Audio Input

(page 102) >CH3 Input Select and INPUT2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

If INPUT1 is selected using CH4 Input Select, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH3 and CH4.

2 Perform steps 2 and 3 as described in

“To record on CH1, CH2.”

Using an external microphone

An electret condenser microphone or other devices can be connected and used for recording.

To record on CH1, CH2

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE)

switch D and CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I to EXT.

2 Set the INPUT1/INPUT2 switches (C/

J).

MIC: For microphone that does not require

phantom power.

MIC+48V: For microphone that requires

+48 V phantom power.

Notes

• Selecting MIC+48V and connecting a microphone that is not compatible with a +48 V source may damage the connected device. Check before connecting the device.

• If noise is a concern on connectors with no device connected, set the corresponding INPUT1/ INPUT2 switches to LINE.

3 Open the cover by pulling up the handle

of the microphone holder.

4 Attach a microphone, then close the

microphone holder to secure the microphone.

5 Connect the microphone cable to the

AUDIO INPUT1/AUDIO INPUT2 connectors (A/B).

When you use a stereo microphone (two XLR plugs), connect t he L (left) channel plug to the AUDIO INPUT1 connector, and the R (right) channel plug to the AUDIO INPUT2 connector.

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select INPUT1 using Audio Input

(page 102) >CH3 Input Select and INPUT2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

If INPUT1 is selected using CH4 Input Select, the sound from the AUDIO INPUT1 connector will be recorded on both CH3 and CH4.

2 Perform steps 2 to 5 as described in “To

record on CH1, CH2.”

Using a multi-interface shoe compatible microphone

To record on CH1, CH2

1 Set the CH1 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE)

switch D and CH2 (INT/EXT/MI SHOE) switch I to MI SHOE.

2 Attach a microphone to the multi-

interface shoe.

To record on CH3, CH4

1 Select Shoe CH1 using Audio Input

(page 102) >CH3 Input Select and Shoe CH2 using CH4 Input Select in the Audio menu.

2 Attach a microphone to the multi-

interface shoe.

Note

• Two microphones cannot be connected to the front and rear Multi Interface Shoe at the same time. The first connected microphone is the active microphone.

Adjusting the audio recording level

Adjusting automatically (AGC)

Set the AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2/CH3/ CH4) dials (E/H/F/G) to AUTO.

You can set whether the levels on CH1 and CH2 are automatically adjusted separately (Mono) or together (Stereo) using Audio Input (page 102) >CH1&2 AGC Mode in the Audio menu. Similarly, you can set whether the levels on CH3 and CH4 are automatically adjusted separately (Mono) or together (Stereo) using CH3&4 AGC Mode.

Adjusting manually

During shooting or standby, turn the AUDIO LEVEL (CH1/CH2/CH3/CH4) dials (E/H/F/G) of the corresponding channels in the range 0 to 10 to adjust the recording level.

To reduce wind noise, set Audio Input >CH Wind Filter in the Audio menu to On (page 102).

Audio recording in special recording modes

Audio is not recorded in Interval Rec mode or Slow & Quick Motion mode.

Time data

Setting the timecode

Set the timecode to record using Timecode (page 108) in the TC/UB menu.

Setting user bits

You can add an 8-digit hexadecimal number to the recorded image as user bits. You can also set the user bits to the current time. Set using Users Bit (page 108) in the TC/UB menu.

Displaying time data

Press the DISPLAY button to display time data on the screen (page 12). The indication is switched among the timecode, user bits, and recording duration each time you press the DURATION/TC/U-BIT button (page 11).

Display Description

TCG **:**:**:** Timecode CLK **:**:**:** Timecode (Clock mode) UBG ** ** ** ** User bits DUR **:**:**:** Duration from the beginning

of recording

Image stabilization

Enabling the image stabilization (SteadyShot) function suppresses image shaking caused by camera movement when recording.

Press the STEADY SHOT button on the lens.

The SteadyShot mode turns on/off each time you press the button. The setting is displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Note

• When shooting using a tripod for stability, set SteadyShot to Off.

Useful Functions

Direct menu operation

You can check status and change settings for some items displayed directly on the LCD/ viewfinder screen. The Direct Menu function is used by assigning the function to an assignable button. The following items can be configured.

• Auto focus mode

•ATW

•Preset White

• Color Temp <A>/Color Temp

• Scene File

• ND Filter Position

• Auto ND Filter

•ND Filter value

• Auto Iris

• Iris value

•AGC

• Gain value (H/M/L/Turbo)

•ECS

• Auto Shutter

• Shutter Speed value

• Shutter Angle value

• Auto Exposure Mode

• Auto Exposure Level

•S&Q Frame Rate

Note

• Direct menu operation is not available when Full Auto mode (page 27) is on (FULL AUTO button indicator is lit).

1 Press the assignable button assigned

with Direct Menu.

When information is displayed on the LCD/ viewfinder screen using the DISPLAY button, only the items on the screen that can be configured using the direct menu are selectable using the cursor. When information is not displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen, only items that can be configured using the direct menu are displayed and are selectable using the cursor.

2 Move the cursor to the desired item

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

The direct menu for the selected item appears.

3 Select a setting using the V/v button or

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

The cursor disappears and the new setting is displayed. Press the assignable button assigned with Direct Menu again or wait 3 seconds without performing any action to close the direct menu and return to the shooting screen.

You can open the direct menu by setting Menu Settings >Direct Menu with <SET> (page 126) in the System menu to On and pressing the SET button or SEL/SET dial. However, the face detection AF registered face function becomes unavailable.

Face detection AF

The camcorder can detect people’s faces and then adjust the focus on faces. This function is available only when focus adjustment is in AF mode or during push auto focus. When faces are detected, gray face detection frames are displayed. The frames change to white after auto focus is established. When multiple individuals are detected, the main subject is automatically determined.

Set the face detection AF action using Focus (page 92) in the Camera menu.

Face Only AF: The camera detects the faces of

subjects (people) and focuses only on their faces. While a face is not detected, AF is temporarily stopped (MF), and the Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon (page 12) is displayed. Th is mode is effective when face detection has not stabilized.

Face Priority AF: The camera detects the faces

of subjects (people) and prioritizes the focusing on the faces. When a face is not detected, focusing is in AF mode (default setting).

Off: The face detection AF function is disabled.

Notes

Face selection cursor (orange)

Registered face frame (double white frame)

Other faces (gray)

• During push auto focus operation, Face Priority AF is activated even if Face Only AF is currently selected.

• Face detection AF is not available in the following cases.

 In Full MF mode  When the FOCUS switch is set to MANUAL

(excluding during push auto focus operation)

 When the recording format is DVCAM

• If you turn the camcorder off while Face Only AF is selected, the mode automatically switches to Face Priority AF when the camcorder is next turned on.

Hiding face detection frames

You can show/hide face detection frames using Display On/Off >Face Detection Frame (page 106) in the LCD/VF menu.

Focusing on a registered face

During face detection AF operation, you can register a face for a subject (person) for focusing on that face. Only one face can be registered. Registering a face overwrites the existing registration. When a face is registered, the detection frame changes to a double frame, and the registered face icon (page 12) is displayed. In face detection AF, the following actions occur depending on the combination of registered face and face detection AF operating mode.

Face Priority AF (with registered face): If

Face Only AF (with registered face): If the

Setting the registered face

Move the face selection cursor (orange underline) to the face to register using the V/ v/B/b button, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

the camera detects the registered face, the camera focuses on that face. If the registered face is not detected, normal Face Priority AF is activated.

camera detects the registered face, the camera focuses on that face. While the registered face is not detected, AF is temporarily stopped ( MF), and the Face Only AF mode auto focus paused icon (page 12) is displayed. This mode is effective when you want to auto focus on the registered person.

Clearing the registered face

Move the selection cursor to the registered face using the V/v/B/b button, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial. The registered face is cleared, the face frame becomes a single frame, and the registered face icon disappears. When faces are detected with the registered face frame not displayed and the face selection cursor (orange) displayed, you can clear the registered face by pressing the SET button or SEL/SET dial twice.

Notes

• Faces may not be detected depending on the recording environment, condition of the subject, or the settings.

• You may not be able to get the p roper effect, or objects other than people’s faces may be detected as a face, in some recording environments. In this case, set the face detection AF function to Off.

• Registration of the face of the intended individual for focusing before shooting is recommended.

• Face registration may not be successful depending on hairstyle, facial decoration, or if not directly facing the camera. In this case, the face frame may become a double frame, but the registered face icon is not displayed and the face is not registered.

• If a face has already been registered, clearing the existing face and then registering the new face is recommended.

• The registered face function is not available when Menu Settings >Direct Menu with <SET> (page 126) in the System menu is set to On.

Switching face detection AF operation using an assignable button

Assign Face Detect ion AF to an a ssignable button (page 40). You can then switch face detection AF operation in the order Face Priority AF, Face Only AF, and Off each time you press the button.

Setting using the direct menu

You can also set the face detection AF operation using the direct menu (page 37).

Color bars/reference audio tone

OK/NG/KEEP flags (exFAT, UDF)

You can output color bars instead of the camera image by setting Color Bars (page 94) >Setting in the Camera menu to On. The image output is restored when set to Off. A 1 kHz reference audio tone can also be output with the color bars by setting Audio Input (page 102) >1kHz Tone on Color Bars in the Audio menu to On. The color-bar signal and reference-tone signal are output from the SDI OUT, HDMI OUT, and VIDEO OUT (color bars only) connectors. You can set the type of color bars using Color Bars >Type in the Camera menu.

Notes

• Color bars cannot be output when the camcorder is in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

• You cannot switch to color bars while recording (switching from color bars to the camera image is available).

Shot marks

Recording shot marks for important video/audio scenes of a clip recorded in exFAT or UDF mode displays the marked scenes on the essence mark thumbnail screen (page 79), which only displays scenes with shot marks, for simple cueing and editing efficiency. On this camcorder, two types of shot marks are supported (shot mark 1 and shot mark 2). Shot marks can be recorded as needed during recording or can be added after recording while checking the playback pictures.

Inserting shot marks during recording

Assign the Shot Mark1 or Shot Mark2 function to an assignable button (page 40), then press the button at the scene where you want to insert a shot mark.

For details about adding shot marks after recording, see “Adding shot marks during playback (exFAT, UDF)” (page 74).

For details about naming shot marks using planning metadata, see “Defining shot mark names in planning metadata” (page 50).

You can add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips recorded in exFAT or UDF mode. Adding flags allows you to filter the clips to display only the required clips on the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 78).

Note

• Use the Lock/Unlock Clip setting (page 77) to protect clips.

Adding a flag

You can add OK/NG/KEEP flags to clips during recording or playback.

During recording or playback, press the assignable button assigned with Clip Flag OK/Clip Flag NG/Clip Flag Keep.

Deleting a flag

You can delete added OK/NG/KEEP flags from a clip.

Press the assignable button assigned with Clip Flag OK/Clip Flag NG/Clip Flag Keep twice.

OK/NG/KEEP flags can also be added and deleted from the thumbnail screen. For details, see “Adding/ deleting clip flags (exFAT, UDF)” (page 78).

Reviewing a recording (Rec Review)

You can review the last recorded clip on the screen (Rec Review).

When recording is stopped, press the assignable button assigned with Rec Review.

The last 3 seconds, 10 seconds, or the entire clip is displayed, depending on the Rec Review (page 110) setting in the Recording menu. The clip is played to the end, Rec Review ends, and the camcorder returns to STBY (standby) mode.

To stop Rec Review

Press the STOP button or an assignable button assigned with Rec Review.

Notes

• Rec Review is not supported if the video format is changed after recording a clip.

• The setup menus cannot be operated during Rec Review.

• Rec Review is not available when the thumbnail screen displays the filtered clip thumbnail screen.

Assignable buttons

There are ten assignable buttons (page 7) on the camcorder to which you can assign functions.

Changing functions

Use Assignable Button (page 124) in the System menu. You can view the assigned functions on the Assignable Button Status screen (page 15).

Default assigned functions

Button 1 Zebra Button 2 Peaking Button 3 Video Signal Monitor Button 4 Network Client Mode Button 5 Off Button 6 Off Button 7 Direct Menu Button 8 Focus Magnifier Button 9 Off Button 10 Push Auto Iris

Assignable functions

For details about each function, see page 124.

•Off

• Push AF/Push MF

• Face Detection AF

• ND Filter Position

• Auto ND Filter

• Push Auto ND

• Push Auto Iris

• Turbo Gain

•AGC

•Shutter

• Auto Exposure Level

• Spotlight

• Backlight

• Flash Band Reduce

• Digital Extender ×2

• Handle Zoom

• Color Bars

• Preset White Select

•ATW

•ATW Hold

• Marker

•Zebra

• Peaking

• Video Signal Monitor

• Focus Magnifier

•Lens Info

•LCD/VF Adjust

• VF Mode

• Gamma Display Assist

•Display

•Rec

• S&Q Motion

• Clip Continuous Rec

• Picture Cache Rec

• Proxy Rec Start/Stop

• Rec Review

• Last Clip Delete

• Thumbnail

• Shot Mark1

• Shot Mark2

•Clip Flag OK

•Clip Flag NG

• Clip Flag Keep

•NFC

• Network Client Mode

• Intercom Level

•Streaming

• Auto Upload (Proxy)

• Direct Menu

• User Menu

•Menu

Interval recording (Interval Rec)

You can automatically record images at set intervals by setting the number of frames per take (Number of Frames) and the shooting interval (Interval Time). This function is an effective way to shoot slowmoving subjects.

It is recommended to fix the camcorder to a tripod

Number of frames in one take (Number of Frames)

Shooting interval (Interval Time)

or equivalent and use web remote control to start/ stop recording rather than pressing the record button of the camcorder.

Notes

• Audio is not recorded in Interval Rec mode.

• Interval Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, Clip Continuous Rec, 2-slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec. When Interval Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

Configuring before shooting

Configure Interval Rec (page 109) in the Recording menu before shooting. When Setting is set to On, Interval Rec mode is activated and “Int Stby” appears on the screen.

When a video light compatible with the Multi Interface Shoe is mounted, you can set Interval Rec >Pre-Lighting in the Recording menu to On so that the light turns on automatically 2 seconds, 5 seconds, or 10 seconds before recording starts.

Note

• When Pre-Ligh ting is set to On, the video light remains turned on if the video light off time would be less than 5 seconds, according to the Interval Time setting, even when Video Light Set is set to Rec Link or Rec Link + Stby in the Camera menu.

Recording in Interval Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Int Stby” indication changes and alternates between “Int zRec” and “Int zStby.”

Notes

• While recording in Interval Rec mode, the Interval Time and Number of Frames settings cannot be changed. To change the settings, first stop recording.

• After starting recording in Interval Rec mode, Rec Review operation is disabled, including during the interval time.

• The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode during recording in Interval Rec mode (page 108).

• Some extra frames may be recorded if you stop recording or switch the card slot while recording is halted in Interval Rec mode.

• Interval Rec >Setting is automatically set to Off when the ON/STANDBY switch is set to the STANDBY position. However, the Interval Time and Number of Frames settings are maintained.

Continuous recording (Clip Continuous Rec) (exFAT, UDF)

Normally, a clip is created as an independent file each time you start and stop recording. However, this function allows you to start and stop recording while continuously recording to the same clip, for as long as the function remains enabled. This is convenient when you do not want to generate a large number of short clips, and when you want to record without worrying about exceeding the clip limit. It is still easy to find recording start points, because a Rec Start mark is recorded at the recording start p oint each time you start recording. For details about recording formats compatible with Clip Continuous Rec, see (page 134).

Configuring before shooting

Configure Clip Continuous Rec (page 109) in the Recording menu before shooting. When Setting is set to On, Clip Continuous Rec mode is activated and “Cont Stby” appears on the screen (page 12).

Configuring using assignable buttons

You can assign Clip Continuous Rec to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the function On/Off by pressing the button.

Notes

• Clip Continuous Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, 2-slot Simul Rec, or 4K & HD (Sub) Rec. When Clip Continuous Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

• Clip Continuous Rec mode cannot be used while recording.

Recording in Clip Continuous Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Cont Stby” indication changes to “Cont zRec” (z turns red).

Notes

• During recording or in recording standby mode (when the “Cont Stby” indication is disp layed), if you remove the SxS memory card, the battery, or the power source, the SxS memory card needs to be restored. Exit Clip Continuous Rec mode and then remove the SxS memory card. When “Cont Stby” indication is flashing (once per second), you can remove the SxS memory cards.

• Stop the recording after recording for two or more seconds.

Picture cache recording (Picture Cache Rec)

The camcorder always maintains a cache of video and audio data for a set interval (maximum of 28 seconds) in internal storage memory when shooting, allowing you to record several seconds of footage before actually starting to record. The Picture Cache Rec function can be used when the recording format (page 121) is set to one of the formats listed below.

• XAVC-I

• XAVC-L

• MPEG HD 422

• MPEG HD 420

Notes

• Picture Cache Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, S&Q Motion, 2slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec. When Picture Cache Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

• Picture Cache Rec mode cannot be selected while recording or Rec Review is in progress.

• When Picture Cache Rec is set to On, the timecode is recorded in Free Run mode regardless of the setting in the TC/UB menu (page 108).

To exit, stop the recording.

To exit Clip Continuous Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Clip Continuous Rec (page 109) >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with Clip Continuous Rec.

Limitations

A single continuous clip cannot be created if you perform one of the following operations while the camcorder is recording or in recording standby mode. A new clip will be created when you next start recording.

• Operate on a clip (lock, delete, or rename a clip)

• Change the memory card slot

• Change the recording format

• Set the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY

• Display the thumbnail screen

•Play a clip

• Exit Clip Continuous Rec mode

Configuring before shooting

Configure Picture Cache Rec (page 109) in the Recording menu before shooting. When Setting is set to On, Picture Cache Rec is activated and “Cache” appears on the screen.

Configuring using assignable buttons

Assign Picture Cache Rec to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the function On/Off by pressing the button.

Recording in Picture Cache Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “Cache” indication changes to “zRec.”

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel Picture Cache Rec

Set Picture Cache Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with Picture Cache Rec.

Notes

• Changing the recording format clears the video in cache memory stored up to that point, and starts caching new video. Consequently, picture cache recording of pictures before changing format is not possible if you start recording immediately after changing format.

• If Picture Cache Rec is started or stopped immediately after inserting an SxS memory card, cache data may not be recorded on the card.

• Video is stored in cache memory when the Picture Cache Rec function is set to On. Video prior to the function being set to On is not cached.

• Video is not stored in cache memory while an SxS memory card is being accessed, such as during playback, Rec Review, or thumbnail screen display. Picture cache recording of video during that interval is not possible.

• When a Multi Interface Shoe compatible video light is attached, cache recording prior to starting to record is not possible, even if Video Light Set in the Camera menu is set to Rec Link or Rec Link + Stby. The light turns on/off when you press the record button.

Configuring before shooting

Configure S&Q Motion (page 108) in the Recording menu before shooting. When Setting is set to On, Slow & Quick Motion mode is activated and “S&Q Stby” appears on the screen.

Setting the recording frame rate using the direct menu

You can set the recording frame rate in Slow & Quick Motion mode using the direct menu (page 37).

Configuring using assignable buttons

Assign S&Q Motion to an assignable button (page 40), and switch the Slow & Quick Motion mode On/Off by pressing the button. You can set the frame rate for recording by pressing and holding an assignable button to display the recording frame rate setup screen.

Slow & Quick Motion

When the file system is exFAT and the recording format (page 121) is set to one of the formats listed below, you can specify a recording frame rate that is different from the playback frame rate.

Recording format

XAVC-I 2160P/1080P XAVC-L 2160P/1080P

MPEG HD422/ MPEG HD420 1080P

MPEG HD422 720P

Notes

• Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

• Slow & Quick Motion cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, 2-slot Simul Rec, 4K & HD (Sub) Rec, or Proxy Rec. When Slow & Quick Motion is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

• Audio recording is not supported in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

System frequency

59.94/29.97/

23.98/50/25

29.97/23.98 1 to 30 fps

25 1 to 25 fps

59.94/29.97/

23.98 50/25 1 to 50 fps

S&Q frame rate

1 to 60 fps (1 FPS units)

(1 FPS units)

(1 FPS units) 1 to 60 fps (1 FPS units)

(1 FPS units)

Recording in Slow & Quick Motion mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

When you start recording, the “S&Q Stby” indication changes to “S&Q zRec.”

Notes

• You cannot change the Frame Rate setting during Slow & Quick Motion recording. To change the settings, first stop recording.

• Rec Review operation is not supported during Slow & Quick Motion recording.

• The timecode is recorded in Rec Run mode during Slow & Quick Motion recording (page 108).

• When you are recording with a slow frame rate, the camcorder may continue recording for a few more seconds after you press the record button to stop recording.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel Slow & Quick Motion

In recording standby mode, set S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording menu to Off, or press an assignable button assigned with S&Q Motion.

Simultaneous recording in 2 slots (Simul Rec)

You can simultaneously record using both memory cards A and B.

Configuring before shooting

Configure Simul Rec (page 109) in the Recording menu before shooting.

Notes

• 2-slot Simul Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, or 4K & HD (Sub) Rec. When 2slot Simul Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

• 2-slot simultaneous recording is not supported when the recording format is QFHD mode (3840×2160P). If the recording format is set to QFHD mode when 2-slot Simul Rec is set to On, 2-slot Simul Rec is forcibly set to Off.

Recording in 2-slot Simul Rec mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

Notes

• Use the same type and same size of memory cards for 2-slot Simul Rec recording.

• SxS memory cards are recommended.

• SDHC cards are not supported in 2-slot Simul Rec mode.

• 2-slot Simul Rec cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

• When a memory card in one slot becomes full, if a memory card in the other slot is recordable, recording continues as normal. When you replace memory cards during normal continuous recording, simultaneous recording and relay recording are not available.

• When you start recording in 2-slot Simul Rec mode, if media is inserted in only one slot or the media in one slot is full, video is recorded only on the recordable media.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel 2-slot Simul Rec mode

In recording standby mode, set Simul Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off.

Changing the setting of the record button and handle record button

You can start/stop recording on the memory card in each slot independently by using the grip record button and handle record button. The default setting starts/stops recording on memory card A and memory card B simultaneously by using either of the buttons.

• Rec Button: Handle Rec Button:

To change the setting

Select Simul Rec >Rec Button Set in the Recording menu.

Rec Button Set Buttons and memory

cards

Rec Button:

Handle Rec

Button:

Rec Button: Handle Rec

Button:

Rec Button:

Handle Rec

Button:

Starts/stops simultaneously recording to memory cards A and B using either button.

Starts/stops recording on memory card A by using the record button, and memory card B by using the handle record button.

Starts/stops recording on memory card B by using the record button, and memory card A by using the handle record button.

4K & HD (Sub) recording

This function allows you to record a 4K (QFHD) video (main clip) and MPEG HD422 video (subclip), that can be used for pre-editing, simultaneously to a single SxS memory card. The following recording formats for SxS memory cards are supported for 4K & HD (Sub) recording. The recording format of the subclip is determined by the system frequency of the main clip.

Recording format of main clip

XAVC-I 3840×2160P XAVC-L 3840×2160P

System frequency

Recording format of subclip

29.97/25/

23.98

59.94/50 MPEG HD422

MPEG HD422 1920×1080P

1920×1080i

Note

• SD cards cannot be used for 4K & HD (Sub) recording.

Configuring before shooting

Configure 4K & HD (Sub) Rec (page 109) in the Recording menu before shooting.

Notes

• 4K & HD (Sub) Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Clip Continuous Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, 2-slot Simul Rec, or Proxy Rec. When 4K & HD (Sub) Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

• 4K & HD (Sub) cannot be set during recording, playback, or while the thumbnail screen is displayed.

Recording in 4K & HD (Sub) recording mode

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

During recording, “XAVC-I/Sub” or “XAVC-L/ Sub” is displayed on the right of the recording format (codec) indicator on the screen.

To exit, stop the recording.

To cancel 4K & HD (Sub) recording mode

In recording standby mode, set 4K & HD (Sub) Rec >Setting in the Recording menu to Off.

High dynamic range (HDR) recording

You can set the imaging to High Dynamic Range (HDR) mode to record and output images with BT.2020 equivalent color space and increased dynamic range. The High Dynamic Range function is enabled when the file system is exFAT.

Note

• Not supported for DVCAM file formats.

Setting the dynamic range

Set Base Setting >Shooting Mode in the System menu to HDR to set high dynamic range mode.

HDR settings

Set the HDR type using HDR Setting (page 121) in the System menu.

HLG type when using HDR(HLG)

You can set the HLG type when the high dynamic range mode is set to HDR(HLG). For details, see (page 95).

Gamma display assist function setting

The LCD/viewfinder screen of the camcorder are not HDR compatible, and are not suitable for HDR display. Accordingly, the display can be made more visible for easier shooting using the gamma display assist function. You can change the setting of the gamma display assist function using Gamma Display Assist (page 106) in the LCD/VF menu.

Note

• The gamma display assist function is used only for the LCD/viewfinder screen. The settings are not applied to the recorded image or output image.

Adjusting the flange focal length automatically

The distance between the lens mount surface and the image sensor plane (flange focal length or flangeback) can be adjusted automatically. Perform this adjustment if correct focus cannot be obtained with the lens zoom at the wide angle and telephoto positions. When adjusted correctly, correct focus should be maintained when changing the zoom position.

Notes

• If you use a subject with insufficient contrast, or move the camcorder or subject during adjustment, the adjustment cannot be made properly. Once the adjustment begins, do not touch the camcorder body or lens until it ends.

• Flange focal length auto adjustment is not possible when shooting in Slow & Quick Motion mode.

• Make sure that no light source, such as a lamp, the sun, or a bright window, is in the picture frame during flange focal length adjustment.

• Contact your dealer if a flange focal length adjustment chart is required.

1 Set the ON/STANDBY switch to the ON

position.

2 Remove attachments, such as a

conversion lens.

3 Set to normal shooting mode.

4 Set Marker (page 105) > Se tt i ng t o O n or

Center Marker to a setting other than

Off in the LCD/VF menu to display the center marker on the screen.

5 Position the flange focal length

adjustment chart or other high contrast object approximately 3 meters (10 ft) away from the camcorder, and arrange the lighting to obtain a satisfactory video output.

Place the subject so that it appears at the center of the screen at the telephoto end. Also, make sure that no nearby object closer to the camera than the chart enters the screen at the wide-angle end.

If you press the CANCEL button during adjustment

Automatic adjustment of the flange focal length is aborted and the condition before starting the adjustment is restored.

If the flange focal length adjustment is not successful

An error message appears. Check the subject and lighting conditions, and repeat the adjustment.

Saving and loading configuration data

6 Set the zoom to the telephoto end, and

align the center of the flange focal length adjustment chart or other subject with the center marker on the screen.

7 Set Rec Format (page 121) >Video

Format to 3840×2160P and Frequency to 59.94 or 50 in the System menu

8 Set the zoom to the wide angle end, turn

Full Auto mode off, and set the shutter speed, gain, and iris to the following settings (page 31).

Shutter speed: Auto shutter Gain: 0dB Iris: F1.9 (open)

9 Adjust the lighting and ND filter to an

appropriate brightness.

10 Set the ZOOM switch on the bottom of

the camcorder to SERVO (power zoom mode).

11 Select Auto FB Adjust >Execute in the

Camera menu.

The flange focal length auto adjustment starts. A progress message appears on the screen during adjustment. After successful adjustment, a completion message appears.

Note

• Do not change the ND filter while Auto FB Adjust execution is in progress.

You can save setup menu settings in the camcorder internal memory or on SD cards and “Memory Stick” media. This allows you to quickly recall an appropriate set of menu settings for the current situation. Configuration data is saved in the following categories.

User files

User files save the setting items and data of the customizable User menu. You can save up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media. By loading this file into the camcorder memory, you can customize the setup of the User menu.

ALL (all settings) files

ALL files save the configuration data of all menus. You can save up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media.

Note

• Device specific data (shading, output levels, and other data that requires adjustment for the specific device) is not saved.

Scene files

Scene files save settings for paint items configured for scenes. You can save up to 5 files in the internal memory of the camcorder, and up to 64 files on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media.

Media supported for saving configuration data

SDXC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, non-UHS / Capacity: 2 to 32 GB, 64 GB and larger)

SDHC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 to 10, non-UHS / Capacity: 2 to 32 GB)

SD memory cards* (Capacity: up to 2 GB) “Memory Stick PRO-HG Duo”** “Memory Stick PRO Duo”**

* Referred to as “SD card” in this document. ** Referred to as “Memory Stick” media in this

document.

Formatting (initializing) media

SD cards and “Memory Stick” media must be formatted the first time they are used in the camcorder. An SD card or “Memory Stick” media to be used with this camcorder must be formatted using the format function of this camcorder. If a message appears when the SD card or “Memory Stick” media is inserted into the camcorder, format the storage media.

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick”

media into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 Select Format Media (page 111) >

Utility SD/MS >Execute in the Media menu. When a confirmation message appears, select Execute again.

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

Note

• Formatting an SD card or “Memory Stick” media erases all data. The data cannot be restored.

Checking the remaining capacity

You can check the remaining capacity on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media on the Media Status screen (page 16).

Notes

• A mark is displayed if the SD card or “Memory Stick” media is protected.

• To use media formatted on the camcorder in the slot of another device, make a backup of the data, then reformat the media in the device to be used.

Saving a user file / ALL file

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick”

media into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 For a user file, select User File

(page 113) >Save Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu. For an ALL file, select All File >Save Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

A file save destination screen appears.

3 Select a “No File” row on the save

destination window using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Selecting a row with a File ID entry will overwrite the selected file. The File ID is generated automatically, but you can modify it.

4 Select Execute on the confirmation

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

Loading a user file / ALL file

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick”

media on which the file is saved into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 For a user file, select User File

(page 113) >Load Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu. For an ALL file, select All File >Load Utility SD/MS >Execute in the File menu.

A file list screen appears.

3 Select the file to load using the V/v/B/b

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

A confirmation screen appears.

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

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

Notes

• The camcorder will reboot automatically after loading configuration data.

• When All File >Load Network Data in the File menu is set to Off, all settings in the ALL file are loaded except the Network menu settings.

Saving a scene file

To save in internal memory

1 Select Scene File >Store Internal

Memory >Execute in the File menu (page 113).

A scene file list screen appears. If the File ID is set to “Standard” destination, preconfigured standard settings are saved.

2 Select a save destination using the V/v/

B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press

the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The scene file is saved, overwriting any existing file, in the selected destination.

3 Select Execute on the confirmation

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

To save on an SD card or “Memory Stick” media

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick”

media into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 Select Scene File >Save Utility SD/MS

>Execute in the File menu (page 113).

A scene file save destination screen appears.

3 Select a “No File” row on the save

destination window using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Selecting a row with a File ID entry will overwrite the selected file. The File ID is generated automatically, but you can modify it.

4 Select Execute on the confirmation

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

Loading a scene file

To load from internal memory

1 Select Scene File >Recall Internal

Memory >Execute in the File menu (page 113).

A scene file list screen appears.

2 Select the file to load using the V/v/B/b

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

A confirmation screen appears.

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

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

Scene files can also be loaded into the camcorder using the direct menu (page 37).

To load from an SD card or “Memory Stick” media

1 Insert the SD card or “Memory Stick”

media on which the file is saved into the UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 Select Scene File >Load Utility SD/MS

>Execute in the File menu (page 113).

A scene file list screen appears.

3 Select the file to load using the V/v/B/b

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

A confirmation screen appears.

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

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

To change the File ID

1 For a user file, select User File >File ID

in the File menu (page 113). For an ALL file, select All File >File ID in the File menu (page 113). For a scene file, select Scene File >File ID in the File menu (page 113).

A screen for editing the File ID appears.

2 Select a character using the V/v/B/b

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

3 Repeat step 2 as required.

4 When finished entering characters,

select Done using the V/v/B/b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Planning metadata

Planning metadata is information about shooting and recording plans recorded in an XML file. You can shoot using clip names and shot mark names defined in advance in a planning metadata file. You can send and receive planning metadata via a network using the “Content Browser Mobile” application. This camcorder can display clip names and shot mark names defined in the following languages:

• Japanese

•English

• Chinese

•German

• French

• Italian

• Spanish

•Dutch

• Portuguese

•Swedish

•Norwegian

•Danish

•Finnish

Notes

• If you define clip and shot mark names in languages other than those listed above, they may not be displayed on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

• If you define clip and shot mark names in French, Dutch, or Finnish, some characters are displayed in a different but similar font.

Loading a planning metadata file

To record planning metadata together with clips, it is necessary to load a planning metadata file into the camcorders memory beforehand.

When using an SxS memory card

Insert the SxS memory card with the planning metadata file (.xml) saved to the directory below into the camcorder card slot, then select and load the file using Planning Metadata (page 113) >Load Media(A) or Load Media(B) in the Media menu.

exFAT: XDROOT/General/Sony/Planning UDF: General/Sony/Planning

Note

• Planning metadata files cannot be loaded when using the FAT file system.

When using an SDXC card

You can load a planning metadata file from an SDXC card using the optional MEAD-SD02 Media Adapter (page 26). Insert the SDXC card on which the planning metadata file (.xml) is saved in the following directory into the media adapter, and insert the media adapter into the memory card slot of the camcorder. Select Planning Metadata (page 113) >Load Media(A) or Load Media(B) in the Media menu to load the file.

exFAT: PRIVATE/XDROOT/General/Sony/

Planning

Notes

• Planning metadata files cannot be loaded when using the UDF/FAT file system.

• Data cannot be loaded from an SDHC/SD card.

Confirming the detailed information in planning metadata

After loading planning metadata into the camcorder, you can check the detailed information that it contains, such as file names, date and time of creation, and titles. Select Planning Metadata (page 113) >Properties >Execute in the Media menu.

Clearing the loaded planning metadata

To clear the planning data loaded in the camcorder memory, proceed as follows:

Select Planning Metadata (page 113) >Clear

Typhoon

Typhoon_Strikes

Memory >Execute in the Media menu.

Defining a clip name in planning metadata

The following two types of clip name strings can be written in a planning metadata file.

• ASCII-format name, which is displayed on the viewfinder screen

• A UTF-8 format name that is actually registered as the clip name

When you specify a clip name in planning metadata, the name is displayed under the operation status indication on the viewfinder screen.

Example of clip name strings

Use a text editor to modify the description for the planning metadata <Title> tag. The shaded fields in the example are clip name strings. “Typhoon” is describe d in ASCII format (up to 44 characters). “Typhoon_Strikes” is described in UTF-8 format (up to 44 bytes).

” indicates a space and 3 indicates a carriage

“

return.

version="1.0"spencoding="

<?xml

UTF-8"?>3 <PlanningMetadata xmlns.sony.net/pro/metadata/ planningmetadata" P0001"

creationDate="

2011-08-20T17:00:00+09:00" lastUpdate=" 2011-09-28T10:30:00+09:00" version="1.00">3

<Properties assignment" 2011-09-28T10:30:00+09:00" modifiedBy="Chris">3

<Title xml:lang="en"> </Title>3

</Properties>3

</PlanningMetadata>3

Notes

• When you create a file, enter each statement as a single line by breaking a line with a carriage return only after the last character of the line, and do not enter spaces except where specified with “sp.”

• A string of up to 44 bytes (or 44 characters) is valid as a clip name.

xmlns="http://

assignId="

propertyId="

update="

usAscii=" "

If the UTF-8 format string exceeds 44 bytes, the first 44 bytes are used as the clip name. If only a string in ASCII format is specified, the AS CII format name up to the 44th character is used as the clip name. When neither the ASCII format name string nor UTF8-format name string is valid, a clip name in the standard format is used.

Using a clip name defined in planning metadata

Load a planning metadata file that contains the clip name into the memory of the camcorder, then select Clip Naming (page 112) >Auto Naming >Plan in the Media menu. Clip names are generated by adding an underscore (_) and a 5-digit serial number (00001 to 99999). Example: Typhoon_Strikes_00001,

Typhoon_Strikes_00002, …

Notes

• If the serial number reaches 99999, it returns to 00001 upon the next recording.

• When you load another planning metadata file, the 5digit serial number returns to 00001.

Defining shot mark names in planning metadata

When you record shot mark 1 or shot mark 2, you can apply a name to the shot mark, using a string defined in planning metadata.

Example of shot mark name strings

Use a text editor to modify the description for the planning metadata <Meta name> tag. The shaded fields in the example are shot mark name strings. Names can be either in ASCII-format (up to 32 characters) or UTF-8-format (up to 16 characters).

” indicates a space and 3 indicates a carriage

“

return.

Note

• If a name string contains even one non-ASCII character, the maximum length of that string is limited to 16 characters.

<?xmlspversion="1.0"spencoding=" UTF-8"?>3 <PlanningMetadata xmlns="http:// xmlns.sony.net/pro/metadata/ planningmetadata" H00123"

creationDate="

2011-04-15T08:00:00Z" 2011-04-15T15:00:00Z" "1.00">3

assignId="

lastUpdate=" version=

<Properties

Goal

Shoot

"assignment" update="2011-04-15T15:00:00Z"

propertyId=

class="original"

modifiedBy="Chris">3

usAscii="Football

<Title

xml:lang="en">

Game"

Football Game 15/04/2011 </Title>3

name="_ShotMark1"

<Meta

content=" "/>3

name="_ShotMark2"

<Meta

content=" "/>3

</Properties>3

</PlanningMetadata>3

Note

” outside the shot mark

Acquiring location information (GPS)

Location and time information of video shot when positioning is enabled is recorded onto media loaded in the card slot of the camcorder, and can be output as SDI.

1. Press the MENU button during standby.

2. Set GPS to On in the System menu.

is displayed when the camcorder is seeking GPS satellites. When positioning is established, location information is recorded when shooting video.

Note

• The icon displayed varies, depending on the signal reception from the GPS satellites.

Positioning status

Off No display GPS is set to Off or an

Positioning not available

Display GPS reception state

error occurred.

Location information could not be obtained because GPS signal could not be received. Move to a location with a clear view of the sky.

Positioning

Display GPS reception state

status

Searching for satellites

Positioning A weak GPS signal is

Searching for satellites. Several minutes may be required to acquire satellites.

being received.

A GPS signal is being received. Location information can be acquired.

A strong GPS signal is being received. Location information can be acquired.

• GPS is set to On by default. Location and time information of video shot when positioning is enabled is recorded by the camcorder. To stop recording of information, set GPS to Off.

• It may take time to start positioning after turning the camcorder on.

• If a positioning icon is not displayed after several minutes, there may be a problem with signal reception. Start shooting without location information, or move to an area with a clear view of the sky. Shooting when a positioning icon is not displayed means that location information will not be recorded.

• The GPS signal may not be received when indoors or near tall structures. Move to a location with a clear view of the sky.

• The recording of location information may be interrupted, depending on the strength of the received signal, even if a positioning icon is displayed.

Proxy Recording

You can record proxy data on an SD card simultaneously while recording on an SxS memory card.

Supported SD cards

SDXC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 or higher) SDHC memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 or higher / Capacity: up to 32 GB) SD memory cards* (Speed Class: 4 or higher / Capacity: up to 2GB)

Referred to as “SD card” in this document.

Formatting (initializing) SD cards

1 Insert the SD card media into the

UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

2 Select Format Media (page 111)

>Utility SD/MS >Execute in the Media menu. When a confirmation message appears, select Execute again.

Notes

• Formatting an SD card erases all data on the card. The card cannot be restored.

• SDXC cards are formatted in exFAT, and SDHC cards are formatted in FAT32.

Checking the remaining capacity

You can check the remaining capacity on an SD card on the Media Status screen (page 16).

Note

• A mark is displayed if the SD card is protected.

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

First, make a backup of the card, then reformat the card in the device to be used.

Proxy recording (Proxy Rec)

Configuring before shooting

1 Set Proxy Rec >Setting in the Recording

menu to On.

2 Insert the SD card media into the

UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

Note

• Proxy Rec cannot be set to On at the same time as Interval Rec, Picture Cache Rec, S&Q Motion, or 4K & HD (Sub) Rec. When Proxy Rec is set to On, these other recording modes are forcibly set to Off.

Recording a proxy

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the record button.

Notes

• If the camcorder is turned off or the SD card is removed while the SD 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 off before turning off the camcorder or removing the SD card.

• Take caution to prevent the SD card from flying out when inserting/ejecting the card.

To exit, stop the recording. When the recording on an SxS memory card is stopped, proxy recording is also stopped.

Changing proxy recording settings

2 Set Proxy Rec >Setting in the Recording

menu to On.

Setting the picture size

Select Proxy Rec >Proxy Format in the Recording menu, and set the picture size.

Setting the audio channel

Select Proxy Rec >Audio Channel in the Recording menu, and set the audio channel for proxy recording.

About the recorded file

The file name extension is “.mp4”. The timecode is also recorded simultaneously.

Storage destination of the recorded file

The recorded file is stored under the “/PRIVATE/ PXROOT/Clip” directory.

About the file name

The file name consists of the clip name recorded on the SxS memory cards and a consecutive number suffix. In 2-slot Simul Rec mode, the clip name of slot A has precedence.

• The consecutive number is kept even if the camcorder is turned off. The consecutive number returns to 0001 by executing All Reset.

For details about clip names, see Clip Naming (page 112) in the Media menu.

3 Insert the SD card media into the

UTILITY SD/MS slot (page 9) with the label facing right.

Recording

Start the recording after completing the required setting.

Press the assignable button assigned with Proxy Rec Start/Stop.

To stop recording, press the assignable button.

Recording proxy data only

You can record proxy data independently to an SD card in the UTILITY SD/MS slot without recording to an SxS memory card. The recording format of the proxy data is the same as for simultaneous recording.

Configuring before shooting

1 Assign Proxy Rec Start/Stop to an

assignable button (page 40).

Connecting to Other

Smartphone/ tablet

Computer

Devices via LAN

The camcorder can connect to smartphones, tablets, and other devices via LAN connection.

Making a LAN connection between a device and the camcorder enables you to do the following using the web remote control (page 69) or “Content Browser Mobile” application.

• Planning metadata (page 49) Send and receive planning metadata using the device and camcorder. You can send planning metadata created beforehand to the camcorder to specify clip names.

• Remote operation via LAN You can control the camcorder from a smartphone, tablet, or computer that is connected to the camcorder via a LAN.

• File transferring via LAN You can transfer a proxy file (low resolution) that is recorded on an SD card in the camcorder or original file (high resolution) that is recorded by the camcorder to the server via a LAN.

• Video monitoring via LAN You can create a stream (H.264) from the camera or playback video of the camcorder, and monitor the video using the “Content Browser Mobile” application from a device via a LAN.

“Content Browser Mobile” application

You can operate the camcorder remotely on the device screen while streaming from the camcorder, and configure settings of the camcorder, using the “Content Browser Mobile” application.

For details about the “Content Browser Mobile”

application, contact your Sony sales or service

representative.

Streaming high quality video using Sony QoS technology (page 66)

You can stream high quality video using a Sony Network RX Station (sold separately) or XDCAM air* Connection Control Manager (CCM) connected with the camcorder in network client mode.

* XDCAM air is a cloud service that is provided by

Sony. To use this service, registration is required.

XDCAM air is not provided in some regions. For details on areas where the service is provided, refer to the following site. https://www.xdcam-air.com For details about the XDCAM air privacy policy, visit the following sites.  Terms of service

https://www.xdcam-air.com/site/tos_eu.html

 XDCAM air privacy policy

https://sony-imaging-products-solutions.co.jp/pp/ sips/en/index.html

 Professional ID privacy policy

https://www.pro-id.sony.net/#/privacyPolicy For more details, contact a Sony professional sales representative.

Connecting using wireless LAN access point mode

The camcorder works as an access point, and connects to a device via a wireless LAN.

Connecting to an NFC-compatible device with one-touch operation

Devices that support NFC can be connected (onetouch connection) using NFC.

1 Open [Settings] on the device, select

[More], and place a check mark in the [NFC] checkbox.

2 Turn the camcorder on.

3 Activate the NFC function.

Press and hold (for 3 seconds) an assignable button assigned with NFC or select Wireless LAN >NFC in the Network menu to activate NFC connection mode. The NFC function is available only while

appears on the screen.

4 Touch the camcorder using the device.

The device connects to the camcorder and “Content Browser Mobile” starts.

Notes

• Disable sleep mode and screen lock beforehand.

• Touch and hold the device still until the “Content Browser Mobile” application launches (1 to 2 seconds).

Connecting to a WPS-compatible device

Devices that support W PS can be connected using WPS.

1 Select Wireless LAN >Setting >Access

Point Mode in the Network menu.

2 Select Wireless LAN >WPS >Execute in

the Network menu.

3 Open the Network Settings or Wi-Fi

Settings on the device, and turn Wi-Fi on.

4 Select the camcorder SSID from the

SSID list in Wi-Fi Network on the device, then select WPS Push Button in Option on the device to connect.

Notes

• The operation method differs depending on the device.

• For the SSID and password of the camcorder, check AP Mode Settings (page 115) >Camera SSID & Password in the Network menu.

5 Display the web remote control

(page 69). Or connect using the Content Browser Mobile application.

Connecting by inputting an SSID and password on a device

You can connect the camcorder to a device by entering the SSID and password on a device.

1 Select Wireless LAN >Setting >Access

Point Mode in the Network menu.

2 Open the device Network Settings or

Wi-Fi Settings on the device, and turn Wi-Fi on.

3 Connect the device to the camcorder by

selecting the camcorder SSID from the SSID list in Wi-Fi Network and entering the password.

For the SSID and password of the camcorder, check AP Mode Settings (page 115) >Camera SSID & Password in the Network menu.

Note

• The operation method differs depending on the device.

4 Display the web remote control

(page 69). Or connect using the Content Browser Mobile application.

Connecting using wireless LAN station mode

The camcorder connects to an existing access point of the wireless LAN as a client. The camcorder and device connect via the access point. The 10 most recently connected access points are displayed in the history. The connection history is saved in an ALL file, but the access passwords are not saved. Password entry is required the next time you connect after loading the ALL file.

Connecting to an access point using WPS

Smartphone/ tablet

Access point

Computer

If the access point is compatible with the WPS function, you can connect to the access point with simple settings.

1 Turn the access point on.

2 Turn the camcorder on.

3 Select Wireless LAN >Setting > Station

Mode in the Network menu.

4 Select Wireless LAN >WPS >Execute in

the Network menu.

5 Press the WPS button of the access

point.

For details about the operation of the WPS button, refer to the operating instructions of the access point. When the connection is successful, the network status indicator icon will show a strength of 1 or higher on the LCD/ viewfinder screen.

Note

• If the connection fails, perfor m steps from step 1 again.

6 Connect the device to the access point.

For details about connecting, refer to the operating instructions of the device.

7 Display the web remote control

(page 69). Or connect using the Content Browser Mobile application.

Connecting to an access point using auto network detection or manually

You can configure connection to a desired access point from the setup menu. You can configure connection to a desired access point using the auto network detection function.

Connecting using the network auto detection function

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Connecting to

an access point using WPS” (page 56).

2 Select ST Mode Settings >Scan

Networks (page 116) >Execute in the Network menu.

The camcorder starts detection of connection destinations. Detected destinations for connection are displayed in the Scan Networks result list.

3 Select a connection using the V/v/B/b

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

Momentarily, the network (access point) details screen appears. The selected connection is displayed in SSID.

4 Select Password, and set the password

on the password input screen.

Selecting an SSID in the connection history automatically configures settings, including the password. Set the password to return to the network (access point) details screen.

5 Configure the following connection

settings.

• DHCP Set the DHCP setting. When you set to On, the IP address is assigned to the camcorder automatically. To assign the IP address to the camcorder manually, set to Off.

• IP Address Input the IP address of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Subnet Mask Input the subnet mask of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Gateway Input the default gateway for the access point. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• DNS Auto Set to acquire DNS automatically. When set to On, the DNS server address is automatically acquired. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to On.

• Primary DNS Server Input the primary DNS server for the access point. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

• Secondary DNS Server Input the secondary DNS server for the access point. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

6 When finished, select Connect to

connect to the access point.

Connecting manually

1 Perform steps 1 to 3 in “Connecting to

an access point using WPS” (page 56).

2 Select ST Mode Settings >Manual

Momentarily, the network (access point) details screen appears.

3 Configure the following connection

settings.

•SSID Input the SSID for the connection access point.

• Security Select the encryption method.

• Password Input the password for the connection access point.

• DHCP Set the DHCP setting. When you set to On, the IP address is assigned to the camcorder automatically. To assign the IP address to the camcorder manually, set to Off.

•IP Address Input the IP address of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Subnet Mask Input the subnet mask of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Gateway Enter the address of the gateway. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• DNS Auto Set to acquire DNS automatically. When set to On, the DNS server address is automatically acquired. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to On.

• Primary DNS Server Input the address of the primary DNS server. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

• Secondary DNS Server Input the address of the secondary DNS server. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

4 When finished, select Connect to

connect to the access point.

Connecting to a device using a LAN cable

You can connect with a device by connecting the wired LAN connector of the camcorder to a LAN switch using a LAN cable.

Note

Computer

LAN switch

• Wired LAN cannot be used at the same time as a modem.

Wired LAN and video output combinations

Wired LAN cannot be used if two or more of Output On/Off (page 103) >SDI, HDMI, and VIDEO in the Video menu are set to On. All of them are set to On by default in Output On/ Off. To use a wired LAN, set two or more outputs in Output On/Off to Off. To use wired LAN and wireless LAN at the same time, set all outputs in Output On/Off to Off.

Note

• When using wired LAN and video output at the same time, the brightness of the LCD screen decreases.

LAN cable connections and wired LAN settings

1 Connect the wired LAN connector of

the camcorder to a LAN switch using a LAN cable.

3 Set Wired LAN (page 117) >Setting in

the Network menu to On.

4 Configure connection settings using

Detail Settings in the menu.

• DHCP Set the DHCP setting. When you set to On, the IP address is assigned to the camcorder automatically. To assign the IP address to the camcorder manually, set to Off.

•IP Address Input the IP address of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Subnet Mask Input the subnet mask of the camcorder. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• Gateway Enter the address of the gateway. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to Off.

• DNS Auto Set to acquire DNS automatically. When set to On, the DNS server address is automatically acquired. This setting is available only when DHCP is set to On.

• Primary DNS Server Input the address of the primary DNS server. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

• Secondary DNS Server Input the address of the secondary DNS server. This setting is available only when DNS Auto is set to Off.

5 When finished, select Set to apply the

settings.

Note

• Always select Set after changing the connection settings. The settings are not applied if Set is not selected.

2 Turn the camcorder on.

Connecting to the Internet

You can connect the camcorder to the Internet using a modem, wired LAN, or wireless LAN.

Connecting using a modem

You can connect the camcorder to the Internet via a 3G/4G networ k by attaching an optional modem to the unit. Attaching and using more than one modem at the same time enables high-quality streaming in network client mode, using two lines for higher quality streaming and device redundancy. For details about compatible modems, contact your Sony dealer or a Sony service representative.

Notes

• A modem cannot be used at the same time as a wired LAN.

• A modem cannot be used when using a BP-30 battery pack.

Modem and video output combinations

A modem cannot b e used if two or more of Output On/Off (page 103) >SDI, HDMI, and VIDEO in the Video menu are set to On. All of them are set to On by default in Output On/ Off. To use a modem, set two or more outputs in Output On/Off to Off. To use a modem and wireless LAN at the same time, set all outputs in Output On/Off to Off.

Note

• When using a modem and video output at the same time, the brightness of the LCD screen decreases.

Notes

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

• When using a modem connected to a dedicated hub, a modem connected to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector cannot be used.

Connecting a modem to a dedicated USB hub (CBK-DL1) connected to the USB 2.0 (HOST) connector

One or two modems can be connected to a dedicated USB hub connected to the USB 2.0 (HOST) connector.

Notes

• Attach/remove the modem and dedicated USB hub while the camcorder is turned off.

• When a dedicated hub is connected, a modem connected to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector cannot be used.

Connecting to a network

1 Turn the camcorder on.

2 Set Modem >Setting in the Network

menu to On.

Note

• It may take some time (about 1 minute) to connect to a 3G/4G network. Wait until the network status indicator (page 12) “modem” icon shows a strength of 1 or higher on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Connecting using wireless LAN station mode (Wi-Fi station mode)

You can connect the camcorder to the Internet in Wi-Fi station mode via an optional wireless LAN router or by tethering to a device.

Attaching a modem to the camcorder

Attach a modem to the camcorder using one of the following methods.

Attaching to the USB 2.0 (HOST) connector or USB 3.0 (HOST) connector

Attach a modem that supports the USB standard of the corresponding connector. Two modems can be used simultaneously by connecting modems to both connectors.

Smartphone/ tablet

Wireless LAN router

Computer

Internet

Smartphone/ tablet

Router

Computer

Internet

Connect to the wireless LAN router or device as described in “Connecting using wireless LAN station mode” (page 55).

Connecting using a LAN cable

You can connect with a device by connecting the wired LAN connector of the camcorder to an Internet router using a LAN cable.

Connect to the Internet router as described in

“Connecting to a device using a LAN cable” (page 57).

List of functions for network connections

The following table shows the availability of network functions in each network connection mode.

Network function Network connection mode

Access Point Station Modem Wired LAN Off

File transfer

(page 62)

Streaming

(page 64)

Monitoring

(page 70)

Remote control of camcorder

(page 69)

1) Functions of device connected with the camcorder via a network

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Uploading a File

You can upload a proxy file or original file that is recorded on the camcorder to a server on the Internet or a server on a local network via a 3G/ 4G network or access point.

Preparations

Connecting to a network

Connect the camcorder to the Internet or local network as described in “Connecting to the

Internet” (page 59) or “Connecting to Other Devices via LAN” (page 54).

Registering a file transfer destination

1 Select File Transfer >Server Settings1

(or Server Settings2, Server Settings3) in the Network menu.

The transfer destination setup screen appears.

2 Set each item on the transfer

destination setup screen.

Display Name

Enter the name of the server to display in the transfer destination list.

Service

Displays the server type. “FTP”: FTP server

Host Name

Enter the address of the server.

Port

Enter the port number of the server to connect.

User Name

Enter the user name.

Password

Enter the password.

Passive Mode

Turn passive mode on/off.

Destination Directory

Enter the directory on the destination server.

Notes

• When editing, “s” indicates characters that

cannot be changed. Correct operation is not guaranteed when editing a directory name that contains these characters. If you need to edit, delete all the characters and re-enter a value.

• If characters that are invalid on the destination server are entered in the destination directory, files will be transferred to the user’s home directory. Invalid characters will vary depending on the server.

Using Secure Protocol

Set whether to perform secure FTP uploading.

Root Certificate

Load/clear a certificate.

• Load Select Set in step 3, and import a CA certificate.

* The certificate to be loaded must be in PEM

format, and should be written to the root directory of the SD card with “certification.pem” file name.

•Clear Select Set in step 3, and clear a CA certificate.

• None Do not load or clear a certificate.

Notes

• Set the clock of the camcorder to the correct time before importing a CA certificate.

• When recording in XAVC-I 3840×2160P 59.94/ 50P, Load cannot be selected.

• In low voltage state, Load/Clear cannot be selected for a CA certificate.

Root Certificate Status

Displays the load status of the certificate.

Reset

Reset the settings of Server Settings to the defaults.

3 When finished, select Set to apply the

settings.

Always select Set after changing the settings. The settings are not applied if Set is not selected.

You can also register a server using the web remote control “Registering a destination server” (page 71).

Selecting a file and uploading

Upload a file that is recorded on an SD card or an original file that is recorded on an SxS memory card to a server.

Uploading a proxy file on an SD card

1 Connect the camcorder and device

using a LAN connection (page 54).

2 Launch a browser on the device and

display the web remote control (page 69).

3 Display the file list screen to select a file.

Tap >File Transfer >Slot SD/MS. A file list screen for the media inserted in the UTILITY SD slot appears.

4 Select the file to upload.

Tap the file to select it. To cancel, tap the file again. You can double-tap a file to play the file to check its contents. (SD cards only)

5 Tap Transfer.

The server that you set using Default Server in “Registering a destination server” (page 71) appears. To change the server, tap the server to display the server list, then select a server. Input the directory on the server in Directory if necessary.

6 Tap Transfer.

The camcorder starts uploading the selected file. To cancel uploading, tap Cancel.

Uploading an original file on an SxS memory card

1 Connect the camcorder and device

using a LAN connection (page 54).

2 Launch a browser on the device and

display the web remote control (page 69).

3 Display the file list screen to select a file.

Tap >File Transfer >Slot A or Slot B. A file list screen for the media inserted in slot A or slot B appears.

Example: Slot A screen

4 Select the file to upload.

Tap the file to select it. To cancel, tap the file again.

5 Tap Transfer.

The server that you set using Default Server in “Registering a destination server” (page 71) appears. To change the server, tap the server to display the server list, then select a server.

Input the directory on the server in Directory if necessary.

6 Tap Transfer.

The camcorder starts uploading the selected file. To cancel uploading, tap Cancel.

Checking the file transfer

You can check the upload status on the Job List screen that is displayed by tapping Job List on the SD Card, Slot A, or Slot B screen (page 72).

Notes

• Up to 200 transfer jobs can be registered.

• The job list is retained when the camcorder is turned off, but up to 10 minutes of recent progress information may be lost if the battery pack is removed or the camcorder is powered off without first setting the ON/STANDBY switch to STANDBY.

• Jobs added after the battery low voltage state are not saved in the job list.

• If an error occurs during file transfer, the transfer of a clip with the same name as a transferred clip may not be resumed depending on the settings and status of the transfer destination server. In this case, check the transfer destination server settings and status.

Uploading proxy files automatically

If File Transfer >Auto Upload (Proxy) in the Network menu is set to On and a network connection exists, proxy files are automatically uploaded to the server specified using Auto Upload Server when recording ends. For details, see “Uploading a proxy file automatically” (page 71).

Uploading using Secure FTP

You can upload files with encryption using FTPS in Explicit mode (FTPES) for the connection with the destination file server.

Setting secure FTP transfer

For secure FTP transfer, set Using Secure Protocol on the destination file server to ON and import a certificate. For details about configuration, see “Registering a destination server” (page 71).

Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio

You can transmit the video and audio recorded/ played back with the camcorder via the Internet or local network.

Setting the streaming destination and format

Up to three streaming destinations can be configured as Destination Settings.

1 Select Streaming >Destination

Settings1 (or Destination Settings2, Destination Settings3) in the Network menu.

The streaming connection destination setup screen appears.

2 Set each item on the connection

destination setup screen.

Display Name

Set the display name in the Destination Settings menu.

Streaming Type

Displays the type of video for streaming (fixed to MPEG-2 TS/UDP).

Streaming Format

Set the format of the video to stream.

• 1920×1080 9M

• 1920×1080 6M

• 1920×1080 3M

• 1280×720P 9M

• 1280×720P 6M

• 1280×720P 3M

• 1280×720P 2M

• 640×360P 3M

• 640×360P 2M

• 640×360P 1M

• 480×270P 1M

• 480×270P 0.5M

• 480×270P 0.3M

• 480×270P 0.2M

• 320×180P 0.2M

Audio Channel

Select the audio channels for the streaming output.

• CH1/CH2

• CH3/CH4

•CH1

•CH2

•CH3

•CH4

Note

• The Audio Channel settings that can be selected are restricted according to the Streaming Format setting.

Destination Address

Enter the address of the destination server for streaming data.

Destination Port

Enter the port number of the destination server used for streaming.

Reset

Reset the settings of Destination Settings to the defaults.

3 When finished, select Set to apply the

settings.

Always select Set after changing the settings. The settings are not applied if Set is not selected.

4 Select Streaming >Destination Select in

the Network menu, and then select the destination settings (Destination Settings1, Destination Settings2, Destination Settings3) specified in steps 1 to 3.

Notes

• Streaming cannot be started under the following menu settings.  When Network Client Mode >Setting in the

Network menu is set to On

 When Rec Format >Codec in the System menu is

set to DVCAM(MXF)

 When S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording

menu is set to On

 When Interval Rec >Setting in the Recording menu

is set to On

 When Simul Rec >Setting in the Recording menu is

set to On

• It may take several tens of seconds to stream actual video or audio after starting streaming.

• If the streaming transmission destination setting is invalid or the camcorder does not connect to the network, “×” appears on the screen as the streaming status indicator.

• Audio/video data is transmitted as-is via the Internet. Accordingly, the data may be disclosed to other parties. Check that the streaming data is being received by the receiving device. Data may be transmitted to a third party if the address or other settings are configured incorrectly.

• Not all frames may be played, depending on the status of the network.

• The picture quality may deteriorate in scenes with excessive motion.

• Not all frames may be played when the stream is set to a large size with a small bit rate. To reduce this, select a smaller size format for the Streaming Format setting.

• Starting streaming while monitoring will stop the monitoring.

• File transfer is not supported during streaming. File transfer is supported after stopping streaming.

• If streaming is started during file transfer, the file transfer stops. File transfer restarts after stopping streaming.

• During streaming, the screen information update frequency is reduced, but this does not affect operation.

Starting streaming

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet

or local network as described in “Connecting to the Internet” (page 59) or “Connecting to Other Devices via LAN” (page 54).

2 Set Streaming >Setting in the Network

menu to On.

Streaming starts according to the settings. You can also start streaming by assigning the Streaming function to an assignable button (page 40) and pressing the button.

Stopping streaming

Set Streaming >Setting in the Network menu to Off.

Streaming stops. You can also stop streaming by pressing an assignable button assigned with the Streaming function.

Network client mode

High-quality streaming is supported by enabling network client mode and connecting a Sony Network RX Station (option) as a Connection Control Manager (CCM) or connecting via XDCAM air. Using network client mode, you can also conduct intercom calls between the camcorder and a Network RX Station CCM or XDCAM air using a headset connected to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector of the camcorder.

Setting the network client mode connection

Up to three network client mode connections can be configured as NCM Settings.

1 Select Network Client Mode >NCM

Settings1 (or NCM Settings2, NCM Settings3) in the Network menu.

The network client mode connection destination setup screen appears.

2 Set each item on the connection

destination setup screen.

Display Name

Set the display name in the NCM Settings menu.

CCM Address

Enter the address of the CCM to connect (host name or IP address).

CCM Port

Enter the port number of the CCM to connect.

User Name

Enter the user name.

Password

Enter the password.

CCM Certificate

Configure the certificate for CCM and XDCAM air connection.

• Load Select Set in step 3, and import a certificate.

* The certificate to be loaded must be in PEM

format, and should be written to the root directory of the SD card with “CCM_certification.pem” file name.

• Clear Select Set in step 3, and clear a certificate.

• None Do not load or clear a certificate.

Notes

• Set the clock of the camcorder to the correct time before loading CCM and XDCAM air connection certificates.

• When recording in XAVC-I 3840×2160P 59.94/ 50P, Load cannot be selected.

• In low voltage state, CCM and XDCAM air connection certificates cannot be loaded or cleared.

CCM Certificate Status

Displays the load status of the certificate.

Camera Control

Enables/disables camera control when connected with a CCM.

Camera Setting

Enables/disables ALL file operations when connected with a CCM.

Reset

Reset the settings of NCM Settings to the defaults.

3 When finished, select Set to apply the

settings.

Always select Set after changing the settings. The settings are not applied if Set is not selected.

4 Select Network Client Mode >NCM

Settings Select in the Network menu, and then select the NCM settings (NCM Settings1, NCM Settings2, NCM Settings3) specified in steps 1 to 3.

Connecting in network client mode

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet

as described in “Connecting to the Internet” (page 59).

2 Set Network Client Mode >Setting in

the Network menu to On.

Network client mode is enabled, and the camcorder connects to the Network RX Station or XDCAM air. Live streaming starts in response to Network RX Station operation. For details about operation, refer to the instruction manual for the Network RX Station or the Help for XDCAM air.

You can also set Setting to On or Off by pressing an assignable button (page 40) assigned with Network Client Mode.

Notes

• Streaming cannot be started under the following menu settings.  When Rec Format >Codec in the System menu is

set to DVCAM(MXF)

 When S&Q Motion >Setting in the Recording

menu is set to On

 When Interval Rec >Setting in the Recording menu

is set to On

 When Simul Rec >Setting in the Recording menu is

set to On

• Changing to network client mode during normal streaming (page 64) is not possible.

• After changing to network client mode, normal streaming and monitoring (page 70) are not available.

• Changing to network client mode while monitoring will stop the monitoring.

• File transfer is not supported during streaming in network client mode. File transfer is supported after stopping streaming.

• If streaming in network client mode is started during file transfer, the file transfer stops. File transfer restarts after stopping streaming.

• User Name, Password, and certificates are not saved in an ALL file, so these must be configured again after loading an ALL file.

• If Setting is set to Off while streaming in network client mode, streaming stops.

• When streaming in network client mode, NCM Settings Select and the NCM Settings selected using NCM Settings Select cannot be changed.

• During streaming, the screen information update frequency is reduced, but this does not affect operation.

• The recording settings cannot be changed during streaming in network client mode.

• The wired LAN settings cannot be changed during streaming in network client mode.

• The image may momentarily stop when switching to the thumbnail screen or playback screen during QoS streaming.

• The distribution formats available for streaming vary depending on the Rec Format setting of the camcorder.

Transferring files in network client mode

You can transfer files to a server set by the CCM by connecting a Network RX Station acting as a CCM and the camcorder in network client mode.

1 Select the file to upload.

• To transfer a proxy recording: Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Uploading a proxy file on an SD card” (page 63).

• To transfer original files: Follow steps 1 to 4 in “Uploading an

original file on an SxS memory card” (page 63).

2 Tap Transfer.

“NCM: RX Server” is displayed as a destination. Specify “NCM: RX Server” as the destination.

3 Tap Transfer.

Transfer of the selected files to the server specified on the CCM starts.

Note

• The destination can also be set to “NCM: RX Server” when not in network client mode. In this case, transfer is placed on hold, and then transfer to the server specified on the CCM starts after connecting to the CCM in network client mode.

Intercom calling in network client mode

Using network client mode, you can conduct intercom calls between the camcorder and a Network RX Station CCM or XDCAM air using a headset connected to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector of the camcorder.

Notes

• Always connect the headset to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector of the camcorder.

• The connection standard is USB 2.0 equivalent.

• Correct operation is not guaranteed if the headset is connected via a USB hub.

• Correct operation is not guaranteed if headsets are connected to both the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector and USB 2.0 (HOST) connector.

• The intercom calling function may no longer operate when a headset is connected to the USB 2.0 (HOST) connector. First remove the headset connected to the USB 2.0 (HOST) connector, and then set to the power switch to the STANDBY position and then back to the ON position.

• If Network Client Mode >Setting is set to Off during an intercom call, the intercom call stops.

• If NCM Settings Select and the NCM Settings selected using NCM Settings Select are changed during an intercom call, the intercom call stops.

• The intercom call start signal cannot be sent from a CCM or XDCAM air to the camcorder under the following menu settings.  When Focus >Face Detection AF in the Camera

menu is set to Face Only AF or Face Priority AF

 When Proxy Rec >Setting in the Recording menu is

set to On

 When 4K & HD (Sub) Rec >Setting in the

Recording menu is set to On

1 Connect the camcorder to the Internet

as described in “Connecting to the Internet” (page 59).

2 Set Network Client Mode >Setting in



the Network menu to On.

Network client mode is enabled, and the camcorder connects to the Network RX Station CCM or XDCAM air. For details about CCM or XDCAM air operation, refer to the instruction manual for the Network RX Station or the Help for XDCAM air.

3 Send an intercom call start signal from

a CCM or XDCAM air to the connected camcorder.

When the start signal is received from the CCM or XDCAM air, the intercom connection icon appears on the monitor screen (page 14).

4 Send an intercom call end signal from a

CCM or XDCAM air to the connected camcorder.

To terminate the call, send the end signal from a CCM or XDCAM air to the camcorder.

Adjusting the intercom level

When the headset volume button is operated, the intercom level adjustment bar appears on the monitor screen. You can also display the intercom level adjustment bar on the monitor screen by assigning Intercom Level to an assignable button and then pressing that button.

Notes

• The intercom level adjustment that is performed, from among the following adjustments, when the headset volume buttons are pressed depends on the headset function.

 Adjust the intercom level of the headset only  Adjust both the intercom level of the headset and

the intercom level of the camcorder

 Adjust the intercom level of the camcorder only if

the headset does not support the intercom level adjustment function

• The following types of trigger operation occur, depending on the headset function.  Intercom level value changes by two or more levels

when the headset volume buttons are pressed once

 Intercom level value does not change unless the

headset volume buttons are pressed two or more times

 Actual volume level does not change unless the

intercom level is changed by two or more levels

 Intercom level adjustment bar does not appear on

the monitor screen even when a volume button is pressed

• When the intercom level is adjusted on the headset only, the intercom level adjustment bar does not appear on the monitor screen.

• The audio quality may deteriorate depending on the communication status and processing load.

Adjust the intercom level whil e the intercom level adjustment bar is displayed. Press the headset volume up button, turn the SEL/ SET dial up, or press V or b on the V/v/B/b button to increase the volume. Press the headset volume down button, turn the SEL/SET dial down, or press v or B on the V/v/ B/b button to decrease the volume.

Using Web Remote Control

You can access the web remote control built into the camcorder from a smartphone/tablet or computer over a network connection. Using the web remote control allows you to operate the camcorder remotely. You can start/ stop recording and adjust the recording settings with a connected device. This function is useful for setting the camcorder in a remote place, such as the top of a crane, etc.

Camera Control screen

Main screen

Playback screen

• Status display

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

Cursor screen

• Status display

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

Assign screen

• Status display

• Record start/stop button

• ND slider

•Iris slider

• Focus slider

• Zoom slider

• Shooting settings S&Q FPS, Shutter, White, Gamma, Auto Iris, Auto Shutter, AGC, Auto ND Filter, ATW, Gain, Color Bars, Auto White

• Status display

• Assignable buttons: Assignable buttons 1 to 10

Displaying the web remote control

1 Connect the camcorder and device via a

network connection (page 54).

2 Launch a browser on the device, then

access “http://IP address of camcorder/ rm.html.”

Example: When the IP address is

192.198.122.1, input http://192.168.1.1/ rm.html in the address bar. You can check the IP address of the camcorder on the Network Status screen (page 17).

3 Input the user name and password

(Network menu t Access Authentication t User Name and Password) in the browser.

When connection is successful, the web remote control screen appears on the device. You can then use the web remote screen to operate the camcorder. Button operation can be disabled by sliding the Lock switch to the right.

Notes

• The web remote control screen may not match the camcorder settings under the following circumstances. If this occurs, reload the browser window.

 If the camcorder is restarted while connected  If the camcorder is operated directly while

connected

 If the device has been reconnected  If the browser forward/back buttons have been used

• The web remote control may not function if the wireless signal strength becomes weak.

Web remote control compatible devices

You can use a tablet or computer to configure and operate the camcorder. The supported devices, OS, and browsers are shown in the following table.

Device OS Browser

Tablet Android 6/7 Chrome

Computer Windows 7/8.1/10Chrome

For details about devices supported using the “Content Browser Mobile” application, contact your Sony sales or service representative.

iOS 12 Safari

macOS 10.13/

10.14

Safari

Web Remote Control Menu

Tapping in the top left of the screen will display the screen selection menu. Select Monitoring Settings to display the Monitoring Settings screen. Tapping in the top left of the Monitoring Settings screen will display the setup menu for tasks, such as file transfer.

Menu items

• Remote Control Camera Control

• Monitoring Monitoring Settings

• File Transfer Slot A Slot B Slot SD/MS Job List Upload Settings

Video monitoring settings (Monitoring Settings)

You can set the format when monitoring on a device.

Size

Sets the picture size and bit rate of the video for monitoring.

• 480×270(1Mbps)

• 480×270(0.5Mbps)

Frame Rate

Displays the frame rate of the video for monitoring.

File transfer settings (Upload Settings)

You can change the server settings for uploading a proxy file or an original file that is recorded on the camcorder.

Registering a destination server

Select one of the Server Settings1 to Server Settings3 in the Upload Server list and tap Edit to display the server setup screen, then set each item to register a server. You can also register a server using File Transfer (page 62) in the Network menu. A server configured here will be displayed in the file transfer list on the Slot A, Slot B, and Slot SD/ MS screens when uploading a file.

Tap OK to apply the settings. Tap Cancel to cancel the settings.

Service

Displays the server type. “FTP”: FTP server

Display Name

Enter the name of the server to display in the list.

Host Name

Enter the address of the server.

Port Number

Enter the port number of the server to connect.

User

Enter the user name.

Password

Enter the password.

Passive Mode

Turn passive mode on/off.

Destination Directory

Enter the directory on the destination server.

Note

Using Secure Protocol

Set whether to perform secure FTP uploading. Setting to ON displays the certificate status. To import or clear a certificate, tap Select Function and select a task in the displayed menu.

•Load Import a CA certificate.

* The certificate to be loaded must be in PEM format,

and should be written to the root directory of the SD card with “certification.pem” file name.

•Clear Clear the CA certificate.

• None Do not load or clear a certificate.

Note

• Set the clock of the camcorder to the correct time before importing a CA certificate.

Changing registered server settings

Select the server whose settings you want to change on the Upload Settings screen, then tap Edit. Change the settings on the screen for changing the settings. You can also set a server using File Transfer (page 119) in the Network menu.

Uploading a proxy file automatically

Auto Upload On/Off

When Auto Upload On/Off is set to On and the camcorder is connected to the Internet, the camcorder automatically uploads a proxy file to the server that is set as the default server using Default Server after recording.

Default Server

Select the default destination file transfer server.

File transfer management (File Transfer)

You can transfer original files recorded on an SxS memory card or proxy files recorded on an SD card, manage file transfer, and configure the file transfer destination.

Transferring files (Slot A, Slot B, Slot SD/ MS)

Displays a list of clips recorded on media inserted in slot A/slot B or a list of proxy files recorded on media inserted in the UTILITY SD/MS slot.

You can select a displayed file to upload the file to a server on the Internet. For details about uploading files, see “Uploading a File” (page 62).

To cancel or start uploading, or delete a file from the file list

1 Select a file.

2 Tap at the upper right of the

screen, and select an item.

• Abort selected: Cancel uploading the selected file.

• Delete from list: Delete the selected file from the list.

• Start selected: Start uploading the selected file.

• Select All: Select all files in the list.

• Clear completed: Delete the list of uploaded files.

Checking the file transfer (Job List)

You can check the list of the files to be uploaded, the file that is being uploaded, cancel or start the file upload, and delete the file from the file list. The camcorder is compatible with the FTP resume function (resume upload for a file whose transfer was suspended).

• Total: Progress of all the files to be uploaded.

• Status: Progress of the file that is currently being uploaded.

• Remain Time: Estimated remaining time for uploading.

• Transfer data rate: Transfer rate indication.

Thumbnail Screen

Clip number/Total number of clips

Cursor (yellow)

Currently selected SxS memory card indicator (A lock icon is displayed if the card is protected.)

Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen

When you press the THUMBNAIL button (page 11), clips recorded on the SxS memory card are displayed as thumbnails on the screen. You can select a clip on the thumbnail screen and start playback of that clip. The playback picture can be seen on the LCD/viewfinder screen and external monitors. Pressing the THUMBNAIL button again closes the thumbnail screen and returns to the camera image.

Note

• Only the clips recorded in the currently selected recording format are displayed on the thumbnail screen. If an expected recorded clip is not displayed, check the recording format. Take special note of this fact before formatting (initializing) media.

Information for the clip at the cursor position is displayed at the bottom of the screen.

1. Thumbnail (index picture)

Displays the index picture of a clip. When a clip is recorded, its first frame is automatically set as the index picture. Clip/frame information is displayed below the thumbnail. You change the information displayed using Customize View (page 79) >Thumbnail Caption in the Thumbnail menu.

2. Clip name

Displays the name of the selected clip.

3. Recording video format

Displays the file format of the selected clip.

4. Special recording information

Displays the recording mode only if the clip was recorded using a special recording mode.

For Slow & Quick Motion clips, the frame rate is displayed on the right.

5. Clip duration

6. Creation date

Playing Clips

Playing recorded clips

You can play recorded clips when the camcorder is in recording standby (Stby) mode.

1 Insert an SxS memory card for

playback.

2 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button of the

playback control buttons.

3 Search for the desired clip by pressing

the PREV or NEXT button.

4 Press the PLAY/PAUSE button.

The playback image appears on the viewfinder.

You can control playback by pressing the following buttons. 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.

To select the first thumbnail

Press and hold the F REV button and press the PREV button.

To select the last thumbnail

Press and hold the F FWD button and press the NEXT button.

Playing the selected and subsequent clips in sequence

Notes

• There may be momentary picture breakup or still image display at the boundary between clips. You cannot operate the camcorder during this period.

• When you select a clip in the thumbnail screen and begin playback, there may be momentary picture breakup at the start of the clip. To start playback without distortion, pause playback once after starting it, press the PREV button of the playback control buttons to return to the top of the clip, then restart playback.

Adding shot marks during playback (exFAT, UDF)

You can add shot marks to clips during playback by pressing buttons the same way as used during recording.

In a region where you want to insert shot marks, press the assignable buttons assigned with Shot Mark1 or Shot Mark2.

Notes

• Shot marks cannot be recorded when the SxS memory card is write protected.

• Shot marks cannot be recorded at the start or end of a clip.

Monitoring audio during playback

In normal playback mode, you can monitor the recorded audio signals through the built-in speaker or connected headphones. Connecting a set of headphones to the headphone jack (page 10) cuts off the built-in speaker. Adjust the volume using the VOLUME buttons (page 11). You can select the channel to monitor using Audio Output (page 103) in the Audio menu.

1 Press the V/v/B/b button or turn the

SEL/SET dial to move the cursor to the thumbnail for the clip you want to play.

2 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Playback begins from the start of the selected clip.

Clip Operations

The Thumbnail menu is used to protect/delete clips, check properties, add/delete clip flags in a clip, and other tasks.

Thumbnail menu operations

The Thumbnail menu can be used only when a thumbnail screen is displayed.

1 Press the THUMBNAIL button.

The thumbnail screen appears.

2 Press the MENU button.

The menu screen appears.

3 Select Thumbnail using the V/v/B/b

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

To hide the Thumbnail menu, press the MENU button again.

Select menu items and sub-items using the following method.

Select an item or sub-item using the V/v/B/ b button or SEL/SET dial, and press the

SET button or SEL/SET dial.

Press the CANCEL/BACK button (page 10) to return to the previous screen.

Notes

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

• Some items cannot be selected, depending on the state when the menu was displayed.

Displaying clip properties

Select Display Clip Properties in the Thumbnail menu.

1. Image of the current clip

2. Timecode indicator

TC Index: Timecode of the displayed frame Start: Timecode at the recording start point End: Timecode at the recording end point Duration: Duration of the clip

3. Creation date and modified date

4. Currently selected memory card

5. Media protect icon

6. Clip number/Total number of clips

7. Battery icon

8. Clip information

Clip name Recording format Special recording information Recording device name

Protecting clips (exFAT, UDF)

You can protect a specified clip or all clips to protect the clips from being deleted.

is added to the thumbnails of protected clips. Clips can be protected on the thumbnail screen or the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 78).

Protecting a specific clip

1 Select Lock/Unlock Clip >Select Clip

>Execute in the Thumbnail menu.

The clip selection screen appears.

2 Select the clip to protect.

A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

3 Press the MENU button.

A confirmation screen appears.

4 Select Execute.

The clip is protected, and a completion message appears.

5 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Protecting all clips

3 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Copying clips

You can copy clips to another SxS memory card. Clips are copied to destination SxS memory cards using the same names as the original clips.

Notes

• If a clip with the same name already exists at the copy destination SxS memory card, a one-digit number in parentheses is added to the original name.

• The number in parentheses is the smallest number that does not exist at the copy destination.

Examples: ABCD0002 t ABCD0002(1)

• For FAT file format, if the parenthetical numbers (1) to (9) already exist at the copy destination, it is not possible to copy any more clips under that name.

• For exFAT and UDF file formats, if the parenthetical numbers (1) to (999) already exist at the copy destination, because a clip has been copied more than 1000 times, it is not possible to copy any more clips under that name.

• A message appears if there is not enough free space on the copy destination SxS memory card. Exchange the card for one with more free space.

• To copy an SxS memory card with multiple recorded clips, it may not be possible to copy all clips even when the SxS memory cards have the same capacity, depending on the memory characteristics and usage of the memory cards.

ABCD0002(1) t ABCD0002(2) ABCD0005(3) t ABCD0005(4)

1 Select Lock/Unlock Clip >Lock All

Clips >Execute in the Thumbnail menu.

A confirmation screen appears.

2 Select Execute.

All clips are protected, and a completion message appears.

3 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Unlocking all clips

1 Select Lock/Unlock Clip >Unlock All

Clips >Execute in the Thumbnail menu.

A confirmation screen appears.

2 Select Execute.

All clips are unlocked, and a completion message appears.

Copying a specific clip

1 Select Copy Clip >Select Clip >Execute

in the Thumbnail menu.

The clip selection screen appears.

2 Select the clip to copy.

A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

3 Press the MENU button.

A confirmation screen appears.

4 Select Execute.

The clip is copied, and a completion messag e appears.

5 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Copying all clips

You can copy all clips stored on the same SxS memory card at the same time to another SxS memory card.

1 Select Copy Clip > All Clips >Execute in

the Thumbnail menu.

A confirmation screen appears.

2 Select Execute.

All clips are copied, and a completion message appears.

3 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Deleting clips

You can delete clips from SxS memory cards.

Note

• Protected clips cannot be deleted. To delete, first unlock the clip.

Deleting a specific clip

2 Select Execute.

All clips are deleted, and a completion message appears.

3 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Adding/deleting clip flags (exFAT, UDF)

You can add clip flags (OK, NG, KEEP marks) to clips to filter the display of clips based on the clip flags on the filtered clip thumbnail screen (page 78).

Adding a clip flag

1 Select the thumbnail for the clip to

which you want to add the clip flag.

2 Select Set Clip Flag >Add OK, Add NG,

or Add KEEP in the Thumbnail menu for the type of clip flag to add.

The clip flag is added to the thumbnail of the selected clip.

1 Select Delete Clip >Select Clip >Execute

in the Thumbnail menu.

The clip selection screen appears.

2 Select the clip to delete.

A check mark is attached to the selected clip.

3 Press the MENU button.

A confirmation screen appears.

4 Select Execute.

The clip is deleted, and a completion message appears.

5 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial

to dismiss the message.

Deleting all clips

1 Select Delete Clip > All Clips >Execute

in the Thumbnail menu.

A confirmation screen appears.

You can also assign Clip Flag OK, Clip Flag NG, and Clip Flag Keep to assignable buttons (page 40), and press the button to add a clip flag.

Deleting a clip flag

1 Select the thumbnail for the clip to

which you want to delete a clip flag.

2 Select Set Clip Flag >Delete Clip Flag in

the Thumbnail menu.

The clip flag for the selected clip is deleted.

Filtering the clips displayed using the filtered clip thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF)

Select Filter Clips > OK, NG, or KEEP >Execute in the Thumbnail menu to filter the clips by clip flags.

The clip screen appears showing the clips filtered by the selected clip flag. This screen is referred to as the filtered clip thumbnail screen.

Selecting Filter Clips >All on the Thumbnail screen cancels the filtering, and returns to the clip thumbnail screen. You can also switch using the DISPLAY button.

If a clip is recorded using planning metadata that defines names for shot mark 0 to shot mark 9, the selection options in the list are displayed by the defined names.

Deleting shot marks (exFAT, UDF)

You can delete shot marks added to a clip. You delete shot marks on the essence mark thumbnail screen.

1 Select Thumbnail View >Essence Mark

Thumbnail in the Thumbnail menu, and select the type of shot mark to delete (Shot Mark1 or Shot Mark2).

The essence mark thumbnail screen appears.

2 Select the thumbnail of the frame with

the shot mark to delete.

3 Select Set Shot Mark >Delete Shot

Mark1 or Delete Shot Mark2 in the Thumbnail menu.

The shot mark is deleted from the selected frame.

Filtering clips (frames) using the essence mark thumbnail screen (exFAT, UDF)

When more than one essence mark (shot mark, recording start mark) has been recorded in a clip, you can display thumbnails for only those frames with an added essence mark. This screen is referred to as the essence mark thumbnail screen.

Select Thumbnail View >Essence Mark Thumbnail in the Thumbnail menu to select the type of essence mark for filtering.

All: All frames with added essence marks Rec Start: Frames with a recording start mark

and the first frame of clips that do not have a recording start mark

Shot Mark0 to Shot Mark9: Frames with each

shot mark

Changing the information displayed on the thumbnail screen

You can change the clip/frame information displayed below the thumbnail.

Select Customize View >Thumbnail Caption in the Thumbnail menu and select the information to display.

Date Time: Date and time the clip was created

and last modified.

Time Code: Timecode Duration: Duration Sequential Number: Thumbnail number

Changing the index picture of a clip

You can set the frame selected on the essence mark thumbnail screen as the index picture for the clip.

1 On the essence mark thumbnail screen,

select the thumbnail for the frame you want to set as the index picture.

2 Select Set Index Picture in the

Thumbnail menu.

The selected frame is set as the index picture of the clip.

The essence mark thumbnail screen appears, filtered by the selected essence mark.

External Device Connection

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices

To display recorded/playback pictures on an external monitor, select the camcorder output signal and use an appropriate cable for the monitor to be connected. You can also connect recording devices, such as a VTR, and record the output signal from the camcorder. You can display the same information that is visible in the viewfinder, such as status information and menus, on an external monitor. Set Output Display (page 103) in the Video menu to On for the corresponding type of signal to output to the monitor.

SDI OUT connector (BNC type)

Set the on/off setting of the output, and the output format in the Video menu (page 103). Use a commercially available 75 Ω coaxial cable for connection.

Note

• Check that the connection between the camcorder and the external device is grounded before turning the devices on. (It is recommended that the camcorder and external device be turned on after connecting the 75 Ω coaxial cable.) If the external device must be connected to the camcorder while the camcorder is on, connect the 75 Ω coaxial cable to the external device first and then connect it to the camcorder.

To start recording on the camcorder and external device simultaneously

With SDI signal output enabled, set SDI/HDMI Rec Control (page 103) >Setting in the Video menu to On to enable output of a REC trigger signal to the external device connected to the SDI OUT connector. This will synchronize recording on the external device with the camcorder.

Note

• If a connected external device does not support a REC trigger signal, the device cannot be operated.

HDMI OUT connector (Type A connector)

Set the on/off setting of the output, and the output format in the Video menu (page 103). Use a commercially available high-speed HDMI cable for connection.

GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector (BNC type)

The connector can output the HD-Y signal, HDSync Signal, or the down-converted SD analog composite signal for the monitor by changing the Output Format setting in the Video menu. Use a commercially available BNC cable for connection. For details, see “Video formats and output signals” (page 135).

Multi/Micro USB connector

2-channel audio signals can be output using the VMC-15MR2 AV cable (sold separately).

External Synchronization

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

1 Set Timecode in the TC/UB menu as

follows:

Mode: Preset Run: Free Run

2 Press the DURATION/TC/U-BIT

button (page 11) so that the timecode is displayed on the screen.

Synchronizing the phase of the video signals (genlock)

Genlock operation is enabled by supplying a reference signal to the GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector (page 9) of the camcorder. The reference signals that can be used vary depending on the system frequency of the selected recording format.

System frequency of recording format

59.94P 1920×1080 59.94i

29.97P 1920×1080 59.94i

23.98P 1920×1080 47.95i

59.94i 1920×1080 59.94i

50P 1920×1080 50i

25P 1920×1080 50i

50i 1920×1080 50i

Notes

• Both video signal and t imecode signal need to be input when the selected recording format is 1280×720 60P.

• If the reference signal is unstable, genlock cannot be achieved.

• The subcarrier is not synchronized.

Supported input reference signals

720×486 59.94i 1280×720 59.94P

720×486 59.94i

(23.98PsF)

720×486 59.94i

720×576 50i 1280×720 50P

720×576 50i

3 Confirm that the IN/OUT switch

(page 9) is set to IN, then supply an HD or SD reference video signal to the GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector and the reference timecode to the TC connector.

The built-in timecode generator of your camcorder locks to the reference timecode, and “Ext LK” is displayed on the screen. Once about ten seconds have elapsed after the timecode locks, the external lock state is maintained even if the external reference timecode source is disconnected.

Notes

• Check that the supplied reference timecode and the reference video signal are in a phase relationship that complies with the SMPTE timecode standard.

• When operating with external lock, the timecode instantly acquires lock with the external timecode and the external timecode value appears in the data display area. However, do not start recording immediately. Wait for a few seconds until the timecode generator stabilizes before recording.

• If the frequency of the reference video signal and the frame frequency on the camcorder are not the same, lock cannot be acquired and the camcorder will not operate properly. If this occurs, the timecode will not acquire successful lock with the external timecode.

• If the external timecode source is disconnected, the timecode may shift by one frame per hour with respect to the reference timecode.

Locking to the timecode of another device

Set the unit that supplies the timecode to a mode in which the timecode output keeps running (such as Free Run or Clock).

To release external lock

Change the Timecode setting in the TC/UB menu or set the camcorder to STANDBY. External synchronization is also released if the system frequency is changed and when you start recording in a special recording mode (Slow & Quick Motion or Interval Rec).

Synchronizing the timecode of another unit to the timecode of your camcorder

1 Set the timecode of the camcorder using

Timecode (page 36) in the TC/UB menu.

2 Check that the TC IN/OUT switch

(page 9) is set to the OUT position, and connect the TC connector and GENLOCK IN/VIDEO OUT connector (page 9) to the timecode input and reference signal input, respectively, of the device you want to synchronize.

Managing/Editing Clips on a Computer

Connecting using a USB cable

Connect the camcorder to a computer using the supplied USB cable, and insert a memory card in the slot. The memory card is recognized as a computer extension drive. When two memory cards are mounted in the camcorder, they are recognized as two independent extended drives by the computer.

Notes

• The camcorder does not work on the bus power from the computer. Prepare a power source separately.

• The camcorder is not recognized as an extension drive in the following cases.  During recording (including special recording

modes)

 During playback (including high-speed playback

and when paused)

 During thumbnail screen display  When formatting (initializing) media  When restoring memory cards or updating

management files (including during confirmation before execution)

 During streaming  During connection in network client mode

1 Connect the Multi/Micro USB

connector of the camcorder to the computer using a USB cable.

2 Set the ON/STANDBY switch to ON.

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

Note

• If the confirmation message disappears, disconnect and then reconnect the USB cable. The confirmation message is not displayed during recording/playback/thumbnail screen display.

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

or SEL/SET dial.

4 On Windows, check that the card is

added as a removable disk in the “Computer” or “PC” window. On Macintosh, check that a folder

called “NO NAME” or “Untitled” (editable) is created on the Desktop.

Notes

• Do not perform the following operations if the access lamp is lit 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 application software

To copy clips to the local disk of your computer, the dedicated application software must be downloaded and installed on your computer. For details about downloading software, see “Software Downloads” (page 166). Although the data regarding recorded materials are stored over multiple files and folders, you can easily handle the clips without considering its data and directory structure, by using the dedicated application software.

Note

• If you perform operations on clips, such as copyi ng the clips on the SxS memory card using Explorer (Windows) or Finder (Macintosh), the subsidiary data contained by the clips may not be maintained.

Using a nonlinear editing system

In a nonlinear editing system, editing software (option) that supports the formats recorded by the camcorder is required. Use dedicated application software to save the clips you want to edit on the HDD of the computer beforehand.

Connecting an external HDD/USB media

When an external HDD or USB media is connected to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector of the camcorder, you can copy clips from the recording media inserted in an SxS memory card slot to the external HDD or USB media.

Copying clips to USB media

1 Select USB >Select Folder (page 111) in

the Media menu.

2 Select the copy destination folder from

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

You can also select New on the screen to create a new folder.

Note

• If a folder is not specified, a folder is automatically created with a folder name the same as the creation date of the first clip to be copied, and clips are copied to that folder.

3 Select USB >Copy to USB (page 111) in

the Media menu, insert the target recording media to copy, and select the SxS memory card slot.

Media(A) to USB: Copy all clips from the

recording media inserted in slot A.

Media(B) to USB: Copy all clips from the

recording media inserted in slot B.

Media(A)(B) to USB: Copy all clips from

the recording media inserted in slot A and slot B.

Note

• When a copy destination folder is specified in step 2 and Media(A)(B) to USB is selected, slot A clips are copied to the specified destination folder. Slot B clips are copied to a folder that is automatically created with a folder name the same as the creation date of the first clip.

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

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

All clips on the target recording media are copied to the USB media.

Note

• If a clip with the same file name as the clip to copy already exists in the destination folder, the clip is not copied.

Displaying a list of clips on an external HDD/USB media

You can display a list of the clips on an external HDD/USB media using USB >View Clip List (page 111) in the Media menu.

Renaming a folder on an external HDD/ USB media

1 Select USB >Rename Folder (page 111)

in the Media menu.

2 Select the folder to rename from the

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

A file name input screen appears.

3 Enter a folder name, and select Done.

The folder is renamed.

Checking for copy read errors

You can check for read errors after writing clips by setting USB >Error Check (page 111) in the Media menu to On.

Formatting (initializing) an external HDD/USB media

1 Select USB >Format USB (page 111) in

the Media menu.

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

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

Initialization (formatting) begins.

menu. To start the supply of power, perform the solution shown in the table.

State Solution

During clip recording, playback, thumbnail display, proxy recording, formatting/ restoring media, management file update, software update, camcorder resetting, network reset, computer connecting, confirmation screen display, streaming Insufficient supply voltage Change the battery or

Rec Format >File System is not set to exFAT Network Client Mode is On Set Network Client

Notes

• Clips on an external HDD/USB media cannot be copied to recording media inserted in an SxS memory card slot.

• Clips cannot be recorded while power is supplied to the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector. To start recording clips, terminate the USB menu item operation in the Media menu.

Terminate the previous operation.

replace the input power supply.

Set to exFAT.

Mode to Off.

3 When the formatting is completed, a

message appears. Select OK.

Checking the remaining capacity on an external HDD/USB media

The free space on an external HDD/USB media is displayed in the Media Remain row on the screen displayed when USB in the Media menu is selected.

About power supply to an external HDD/ USB media

Power is supplied to an external HDD/USB media from the USB 3.0 (HOST) connector automatically when performing an operation in the USB menu item in the Media menu. However, power supply is not started under the following conditions, even when performing an operation in the USB menu item in the Media

Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy

Press the MENU button to display the setup menu on the LCD screen/viewfinder to specify various items for shooting, recording, and playback (menu can also be displayed on an external monitor). The setup menu comprises the following menus. User Menu: Menu with items configured by the

user (edit using Edit User Menu).

Edit User Menu menu: Menu for editing User

menu items.

Camera menu: Contains settings related to

shooting.

Paint menu: Contains settings related to picture

quality.

Audio menu: Contains settings related to audio. Video menu: Contains settings related to video

output.

LCD/VF menu: Contains settings to the LCD

screen and viewfinder display.

TC/UB menu: Contains settings related to

timecode and user bits.

Recording menu: Contains settings related to

recording.

Thumbnail menu: Contains settings related to

thumbnail display.

Media menu: Contains settings related to

media.

File menu: Contains settings related to files. Network menu: Contains settings related to

networks.

System menu: Contains settings related to the

system.

Setup menu hierarchy

User Base Setting

HDR Setting Rec Format S&Q Motion Picture Cache Rec Simul Rec 4K & HD (Sub) Rec Proxy Rec Output Format Assignable Button

Delete Clip Wireless LAN Wired LAN Modem Format Media Menu Settings Edit User Menu

Edit User Menu Add Item

Customize Reset

Camera Focus

ND Filter Gain Shutter Auto Exposure Color Bars Flicker Reduce Flash Band Reduce Handle Zoom Auto Black Balance Auto FB Adjust Video Light Set

Paint HDR Paint Setting

White White Setting Offset White Black Gamma Black Gamma Low Key Saturation Saturation Mode Noise Suppression Knee White Clip Detail(QFHD) Detail(HD) Detail(SD) Skin Detail Aperture Matrix Multi Matrix Maintenance

Audio Audio Input

Audio Output

Video Output On/Off

Output Format Output Display SDI/HDMI Rec Control Down Converter

LCD/VF LCD Setting

VF Setting Peaking Marker Zebra Gamma Display Assist Display On/Off

TC/UB Timecode

Users Bit HDMI TC Out

Recording S&Q Motion

Interval Rec Picture Cache Rec Clip Continuous Rec Simul Rec 4K & HD (Sub) Rec Proxy Rec Rec Review

AP Mode Settings ST Mode Settings Wired LAN Modem Network Client Mode File Transfer Streaming Network Reset

System Base Setting

HDR Setting Rec Format Assignable Button Tally Language Clock Set Hours Meter GPS Battery Alarm DC Voltage Alarm Menu Settings Fan Control All Reset Version

Thumbnail Display Clip Properties

Set Shot Mark Set Clip Flag Lock/Unlock Clip Delete Clip Copy Clip Copy Sub Clip Set Index Picture Thumbnail View Filter Clips Customize View

Media Update Media

Format Media USB Clip Naming Planning Metadata

File User File

All File Scene File

Network Access Authentication

Wireless LAN

Entering a character string

Setup Menu Operations

Press the MENU button to display the setup menu on the LCD screen/viewfinder to specify various items for shooting, recording, and playback (menu can also be displayed on an external monitor).

When you select an item, such as a file name, which requires character entry, the character entry screen appears.

Menu controls

MENU button (page 10)

Turn menu mode on/off for setup menu operation.

SEL/SET dial (page 10)

Turn the dial to move the cursor up/down to select menu items or settings. Press the SEL/SET dial to apply the selected item.

CANCEL/BACK button (page 10)

Press to return to the previous menu. An uncompleted change is canceled.

V/v/B/b/SET button

Press the V/v/B/b buttons to move the cursor up/ down/left/right to select menu items or settings. Press the SET button to apply the selected item.

Note

• The setup menu cannot be operated when in focus magnifier screen mode (page 29).

Setting menu items

Move the cursor to the desired item by pressing the V/v/B/b button or turning the SEL/SET dial, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to apply the setting.

• The menu item selection area can show up to 9 lines. If the available options for an item cannot be displayed at the same time, scroll the display by moving the cursor up/down.

• For sub-items with a large settings range (for example, –99 to +99), the settings area is not displayed. The current setting is highlighted to indicate that the value can be changed.

• Selecting Execute for a function will execute the corresponding function.

• Selecting an item that requires confirmation before execution will temporarily hide the menu and display a confirmation message. Check the message, and then select whether to execute or cancel the function.

1 Turn the SEL/SET dial to select a

character type, then press the dial.

ABC: Uppercase alphabetic characters abc: Lowercase alphabetic characters 123: Numeric characters !#$: Special characters

2 Select a character from the selected

character type, then press the dial.

The cursor moves to the next field. Space: Enters a space character at the cursor position. B/b: Moves the position of the cursor. BS: Deletes the character on the left of the cursor (backspace).

3 When finished, select Done and press

the dial.

The character string is confirmed and the character entry screen disappears.

Locking and unlocking the menu

You can lock the setup menu so that only the User menu is displayed.

Locking the menu

1 Press and hold the SEL/SET dial and

press the MENU button.

2 Select Menu Settings >User Menu with

Lock in the System menu.

Note

• When only the MENU button is pressed to display the normal setup menu, User Menu Only is displayed under Menu Settings in the System menu. Press and hold the SEL/SET dial and press the MENU button to display User Menu with Lock.

3 Set to On, and press the SET button or

SEL/SET dial.

The LCD/viewfinder screen display switches to the passcode number input screen.

4 Enter an arbitrary number.

Enter a 4-digit number in the range 0000 to

9999. The default value is 0000.

Enter a number and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to move the cursor to the next digit. When all digits have been entered, move the cursor to SET.

5 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The entry is applied. A confirmation message appears, and the screen switches to the User menu display.

Notes

• If the menu is locked without registering setup menu items from the following tables in the User menu, those functions cannot be assigned to assignable buttons.

• If those functions were already assigned to assignable buttons, the assignable setting is forcibly disabled at the point when the menu is locked.

Setup menu item Assignable button

selection options

Camera >Focus >Face Detection AF Camera >Gain >Gain <Turbo>

Camera >Auto Exposure >Level Camera >Auto Exposure >Mode Camera >Auto Exposure >Mode

Camera >Auto Exposure >Auto ND Filter Camera >Auto Exposure >AGC Camera >Auto Exposure >Auto Shutter

Camera >Color Bars >Setting

Face Detection AF

Turbo Gain

Auto Exposure Level

Spotlight

Backlight

Auto ND Filter

AGC

Shutter

Color Bars

Setup menu item Assignable button

selection options

Camera >Flash Band Reduce >Setting Camera >Handle Zoom >Setting

Paint >White >Preset White Preset White Select LCD/VF >VF Setting >Color Mode LCD/VF >Peaking >Setting Peaking LCD/VF >Marker >Setting Marker LCD/VF >Zebra >Setting Zebra LCD/VF >Gamma Display Assist >Setting LCD/VF >Display On/Off >Lens Info LCD/VF >Display On/Off >Video Signal Monitor Recording >S&Q Motion >Setting Recording >Picture Cache Rec >Setting Recording >Clip Continuous Rec >Setting Recording >Rec Review >Setting Thumbnail >Set Shot Mark >Add Shot Mark1 Thumbnail >Set Shot Mark >Add Shot Mark2 Thumbnail >Set Clip Flag >Add OK Thumbnail >Set Clip Flag >Add NG Thumbnail >Set Clip Flag >Add KEEP Network >Wireless LAN >NFC Network >Network Client Mode >Setting Network >File Transfer >Auto Upload (Proxy) Network >Streaming >Setting User User Menu

Flash Band Reduce

Handle Zoom

VF Mode

Gamma Display Assist

Lens Info

Video Signal Monitor

S&Q Motion

Picture Cache Rec

Clip Continuous Rec

Rec Review

Shot Mark1

Shot Mark2

Clip Flag OK

Clip Flag NG

Clip Flag Keep

NFC

Network Client Mode

Auto Upload (Proxy)

Streaming

Unlocking the menu

1 Press and hold the SEL/SET dial and

press the MENU button.

2 Select Menu Settings >User Menu with

Lock in the System menu.

Note

3 Set to Off, and press the SET button or

SEL/SET dial.

The LCD/viewfinder screen display switches to the passcode number input screen.

4 Enter the passcode number used to lock

the menu.

Enter a number and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial to move the cursor to the next digit. When all digits have been entered, move the cursor to Set.

5 Press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The entry is applied. If the entered passcode number matches the passcode number used to lock the menu, the menu is unlocked and the menu is displayed.

Notes

• If the entered passcode number does not match the passcode number used to lock the menu, the menu is not unlocked.

• It is recommended that you leave a record of the passcode nearby, just in case it is forgotten. If you do forget the passcode number, contact your Sony service representative.

Editing the User menu

You can edit the User menu, such as adding items, deleting items, and rearranging items, to make the User menu more useful using Edit User Menu.

3 Select a sub-item to add.

Place a check mark in the All checkbox to add all sub-items. Place a check mark in the individual checkboxes to specify which sub-items to add.

4 Select OK, and press the SET button or

SEL/SET dial.

The item/sub-item(s) are added.

Note

• The same item or sub-item cannot be registered twice. Also, the name of the item or sub-item cannot be changed.

Editing sub-items

You can specify the sub-items to display.

1 Select Edit User Menu in the User

menu, and select the item to edit.

The edit function list appears.

2 Select Edit Sub Item.

The Edit Sub Item screen appears. All sub-items are checked when the screen is first opened (function to display all subitems). Remove the check marks for the sub-items you do not want to display in the User menu.

3 Select OK, and press the SET button or

SEL/SET dial.

Editing is completed.

Deleting an item

1 Select Edit User Menu in the User

menu, and select the item to delete.

The edit function list appears.

Adding items and sub-items

1 Selec t Ed it User Menu >Ad d Item i n the

User menu.

The items that can be added are displayed.

2 Select an item to add.

A screen for selecting sub-items to add appears.

2 Select Delete.

The item is deleted.

Moving an item

1 Select Edit User Menu in the User

menu, and select the item to move.

The edit function list appears.

2 Select Move.

The item to move is highlighted, and a triangle mark and line indicate the destination position.

3 Move the triangle mark and line to the

destination of the item, and press the SET button or SEL/SET dial.

The item is moved.

Restoring the User menu to factory default state

1 Select Edit User Menu >Customize

Reset in the User menu.

The Customize Reset screen appears.

2 Select Reset, and press the SET button

or SEL/SET dial.

A confirmation screen appears.

3 Select Execute, and press the SET

button or SEL/SET dial.

The User menu is restored to the factory default state.

Setup Menu List

This section describes the function and settings of the items in each menu. Factory default settings are shown in bold (for example,

18dB).

User menu

User

Factory registered items Description

Base Setting

HDR Setting

Rec Format

S&Q Motion

Picture Cache Rec

Simul Rec

4K & HD (Sub) Rec

Proxy Rec

Output Format

Assignable Button

Delete Clip

Wireless LAN

Wired LAN

Modem

Format Media

Menu Settings

Edit User Menu

System >Base Setting item

System >HDR Setting item

System >Rec Format item

Recording >S&Q Motion item

Recording >Picture Cache Rec item

Recording >Simul Rec item

Recording >4K & HD (Sub) Rec item

Recording >Proxy Rec item

Video >Output Format item

System >Assignable Button item

Thumbnail >Delete Clip item

Network >Wireless LAN item

Network >Wired LAN item

Network >Modem item

Media >Format Media item

System >Menu Settings item

Displays the Edit User Menu screen.

Edit User Menu menu

Edit User Menu

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Add Item

Customize Reset

Items displayed when registered item is selected

– Adds items and sub-items.

Reset Restores the User menu to factory default state.

Delete Deletes an item.

Move Moves an item.

Edit Sub Item Edits a sub-item.

Camera menu

Camera

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Focus

Face detection AF settings

ND Filter

ND filter settings

Gain

Gain settings

Face Detection AF

Face Only AF / Face Priority AF / Off

Preset1

1/128 / 1/64 / 1/32 / 1/16 / 1/8 / 1/4

Preset2

1/128 / 1/64 / 1/32 / 1/16 / 1/8 / 1/4

Preset3

1/128 / 1/64 / 1/32 / 1/16 / 1/8 / 1/4

Gain<L>

18dB / 15dB / 12dB / 9dB / 6dB / 3dB / 0dB / –3dB

Gain<M>

18dB / 15dB / 12dB / 9dB / 6dB / 3dB / 0dB / –3dB

Gain<H>

18dB / 15dB / 12dB / 9dB / 6dB / 3dB / 0dB / –3dB

Gain <Turbo>

42dB / 18dB / 15dB / 12dB / 9dB / 6dB / 3dB / 0dB / –3dB

High Sensitivity Mode

On / Off

Shockless Gain

On / Off

Enables/disables face detection AF.

Sets the preset 1 value of the ND filter.

Sets the preset 2 value of the ND filter.

Sets the preset 3 value of the ND filter.

Sets the gain when the GAIN switch is set to the L position.

Sets the gain when the GAIN switch is set to the M position.

Sets the gain when the GAIN switch is set to the H position.

Sets the gain value when an assignable button assigned with the Turbo Gain function is pressed.

Turns high sensitivity mode on/off.

Turns the shockless gain function on/off.

Camera

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Shutter

Electronic shutter operating condition settings

Auto Exposure

Brightness automatic exposure settings

Mode

Speed / Angle

Shutter Speed

64F, 32F, 16F, 8F, 7F, 6F, 5F, 4F, 3F, 2F, 1/24, 1/25, 1/30, 1/32, 1/33, 1/40, 1/48, 1/50, 1/60, 1/96, 1/100, 1/120, 1/125, 1/250, 1/500, 1/1000, 1/2000, 1/4000, 1/8000

Shutter Angle

64F / 32F / 16F / 8F / 7F / 6F / 5F / 4F / 3F / 2F /

360.0° / 300.0° / 270.0° /

240.0° / 216.0° / 210.0° /

180.0° / 172.8° / 150.0° /

144.0° / 120.0° / 90.0° / 86.4° /

72.0° / 45.0° / 30.0° / 22.5° /

11.25° / 5.6°

ECS

On / Off

ECS Frequency

8000 to 23.99 (NTSC area: 60.00, PAL area:

50.00)

Level

+3.0 / +2.75 / +2.5 / +2.25 / +2.0 / +1.75 / +1.5 / +1.25 / +1.0 / +0.75 / +0.5 / +0.25 / ±0 / –0.25 / –0.5 / –0.75 / –1.0 / –1.25 / –1.5 / –1.75 / –2.0 / –2.25 / –2.5 / –2.75 / –3.0

Mode

Backlight / Standard / Spotlight

Speed

–99 to +99 (±0)

Auto ND Filter

On / Off

AGC

On / Off

AGC Limit

0dB / 3dB / 6dB / 9dB / 12dB / 15dB / 18dB

AGC Point

F2.8 / F4 / F5.6

Selects the operating mode of the electronic shutter. Used for shooting fast-moving subjects clearly. Selects the mode for setting the shutter speed in seconds (Speed) or as a shutter angle (Angle).

Sets the shutter speed when Speed mode is selected. The available settings vary depending on the frame frequency of the selected video format.

Sets the shutter angle when Angle mode is selected.

Turns ECS mode on/off. Used for shooting without scrolling horizontal bars appearing on the LCD/viewfinder screen.

Sets the ECS frequency when ECS mode is selected. The available settings vary depending on the frame frequency of the selected video format.

Sets the compensation level.

Sets the control mode. Backlight: Backlight mode (mode for reduced darkening of a

subject when the subject is backlit) Standard: Standard mode Spotlight: Spotlight mode (mode for reduced blown out

highlights when subject is lit by spotlighting)

Sets the control speed.

Turns the ND filter density auto adjustment function on/off.

Turns the AGC (auto gain control) function on/off.

Sets the maximum gain of the AGC function.

Sets the F-stop value of the iris where AGC operation starts when the AGC function is On.

Camera

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Auto Exposure

Brightness automatic exposure settings

Color Bars

Color bar settings

Flicker Reduce

Flicker correction settings

Flash Band Reduce

Flashband correction settings

Handle Zoom

Handle zoom speed settings

Auto Shutter

On / Off

A.SHT Limit

1/100 / 1/150 / 1/200 / 1/250 / 1/2000

A.SHT Point

F5.6 / F8 / F11 / F16

Clip High light

On / Off

Detect Window

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5 / 6 / Custom

Detect Window Indication

On / Off

Average Peak Level Ratio

–99 to +99 (±0)

Custom Width

40 to 999 (500)

Custom Height

70 to 999 (500)

Custom H Position

–479 to +479 (±0)

Custom V Position

–464 to +464 (±0)

Setting

On / Off

Type

ARIB / 100% / 75% / SMPTE

Mode

Auto / On / Off

Frequency

50Hz / 60Hz (NTSC area: 60.00, PAL area:

50.00)

Setting

On / Off

Setting

Off / Low / High / Variable

High

1 to 8 (8)

Low

1 to 8 (3)

Turns the auto shutter control function on/off.

Sets the fastest shutter speed of the auto shutter function.

Sets the F-stop value of the iris where auto shutter operation starts.

Turns the function that ignores brightest areas to provide a flatter response at high luminance on/off.

Sets the light meter range for automatically adjusting the exposure according to the brightness of the subject. (Not available when adjusting exposure manually)

Turns the Detect Window function on/off.

Sets the ratio between the average value and the peak of the video signal used for Auto Exposure detection.

Sets the width of the Detect Window.

Sets the height of the Detect Window.

Sets the horizontal position of the Detect Window.

Sets the vertical position of the Detect Window.

Turns the color bars on/off.

Selects the type of color bars.

Sets the flicker correction mode.

Sets the frequency of the power source supplying the lighting that is causing the flicker.

Turns the flashband reduction function on/off. It reduces blown out highlights at either the top or the bottom of the image when shooting with a flash for a still camera.

Sets the speed of the handle zoom. (Enabled when the handle zoom switch is set to FIX.)

Sets the zoom speed of the handle zoom lever when High handle zoom speed is selected.

Sets the zoom speed of the handle zoom lever when Low handle zoom speed is selected.

Note

• Uneven zooming may occur when the zoom speed is set to a

low value.

Camera

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Auto Black Balance

Auto black balance settings

Auto FB Adjust

Auto focal length (flangeback) settings

Video Light Set

Video light settings

Auto Black Balance

Execute / Cancel

Auto FB Adjust

Execute / Cancel

Video Light Set

Power Link / Rec Link / Rec Link + Stby

Executes the auto black balance function.

Notes

• Cannot be set during recording or color bar display.

• Cannot be set when in Interval Rec mode, frame recording

mode, or slow shutter mode.

Executes automatic focal length (flangeback) adjustment. The camcorder automatically adjusts the focal length to ensure subjects are maintained in focus from wide angle to telephoto ends of the lens zoom.

Sets the lighting control method for the video light attached to the Multi Interface Shoe. Power Link: Video light turns on/off when the camcorder

power is turned on/off. Rec Link: Video light turns on/off when the camcorder starts/

stops recording. Rec Link + Stby: Video light turns on or switches to standby

when the camcorder starts/stops recording.

Paint menu

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

HDR Paint Setting

Dynamic range mode settings

HLG Type

HLG / HLG1 / HLG2 / HLG3

HDR Black Offset

–95 to +103 (±0)

HDR Knee

On / Off

HDR Knee Point

–99 to +99 (±0)

HDR Knee Slope

–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the type of HLG when Shooting Mode is set to HDR. HLG: Setting equivalent to ITU-R BT.2100. HLG1: Setting that provides greater noise suppression than

HLG2. However, the dynamic range that can be shot is

narrower. HLG2: Setting with balance between dynamic range and noise

suppression. HLG3: Setting that provides wider dynamic range than HLG2.

However, the noise level rises. HLG1, HLG2, and HLG3 use the same gamma curve

characteristic, but with different dynamic range and noise

balance.

Sets the HDR black offset relative to the SDR setting (Master Black) when Shooting Mode is set to HDR.

Turns the HDR signal knee correction function on/off when Shooting Mode is set to HDR.

Sets the knee point for HDR signals when HDR Knee is set to On.

Sets the knee slope for HDR signals when HDR Knee is set to On.

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

White

White balance settings

White Setting

White balance adjustment settings

Preset White

10000K to 2100K (3200K)

Color Temp <A>

50000K to 1500K (3200K)

Color Temp Balance <A>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

R Gain <A>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

B Gain <A>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Color Temp

50000K to 1500K (3200K)

Color Temp Balance

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

R Gain

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

B Gain

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Shockless White

Off / 1 / 2 / 3

ATW Speed

1 / 2 / 3 / 4 / 5

ATW Mode

Natural / Pure

White Switch

Memory / ATW

Filter White Memory

On / Off

Adjusts the preset color temperature when a preset is selected in white balance mode.

Note

• You cannot check the change on the screen even if the Preset

White setting is changed when a preset is not selected in white balance mode.

Displays the white balance color temperature saved in memory A.

Sets the white balance gain value saved in memory A (linked to R gain and B gain).

Sets the white balance R gain value saved in memory A.

Sets the white balance B gain value saved in memory A.

Displays the white balance color temperature saved in memory B.

Sets the white balance gain values saved in memory B (linked R gain and B gain).

Sets the white balance R gain value saved in memory B.

Sets the white balance B gain value saved in memory B.

Sets the white balance response speed when switching white balance mode. Off: Switches instantaneously. 1 to 3: Switches more slowly the higher the number.

Sets the response speed in ATW mode. 1: Fastest response speed

Sets the ATW (auto tracing white balance) mode. Natural: Automatically adjusts ATW to obtain a natural

ambiance according to the lighting of the scene. Pure: Automatically adjusts the ATW to obtain a result closer

to primary colors without residual bluish or reddish colors.

Selects the white balance adjustment mode that is selected when the WHT BAL switch is set to B.

Turns the function that sets the white balance memory area for each ND filter on/off.

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Offset White

White balance offset settings

Black

Black settings

Gamma

Gamma correction settings

Offset White <A>

On / Off

Warm Cool <A>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Warm Cool Balance <A>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Offset White

On / Off

Warm Cool

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Warm Cool Balance

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Offset White<ATW>

On / Off

Warm Cool<ATW>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Warm Cool Balance<ATW>

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Setting

On / Off

Master Black

–99.0 to +99.0 (±0.0)

Setting

On / Off

Master Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

Gamma Category

STD / HG

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

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value to the white balance in memory A.

When Offset White <A> is set to On, this specifies the offset (as a color temperature) to add to the white balance in memory A. (Note that the error increases for higher offset color temperatures. Adjust while viewing the actual image.)

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm Cool <A>.

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value to the white balance in memory B.

When Offset White is set to On, this specifies the offset (as a color temperature) to add to the white balance in memory B. (Note that the error increases for higher offset color temperatures. Adjust while viewing the actual image.)

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm Cool .

Selects whether to add (On) or not to add (Off) an offset value to the ATW white balance.

Sets the offset added to the ATW white balance as a color temperature when Offset White<ATW> is set to On.

Sets a more precise color temperature, for use when a satisfactory image cannot be obtained using Warm Cool<ATW>.

Turns black correction on/off.

Sets the master black level.

Turns the gamma correction function on/off.

Sets the master gamma level.

Selects standard gamma (STD) or HG.

Selects the gamma table used for gamma correction.

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Black Gamma

Black gamma level adjustment settings

Low Key Saturation

Low key saturation correction settings

Saturation Mode

Saturation correction settings

Noise Suppression

Noise suppression function settings

Knee

Knee correction settings

Setting

On / Off

Range

Low / L.Mid / H.Mid

Master Black Gamma

–99 to +99 (±0)

Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Range

Low / L.Mid / H.Mid

Saturation Mode

Knee / Low Key

Knee Saturation

On / Off

Black Gamma

On / Off

Low Key Saturation

On / Off

Setting

On / Off

Level

Low / Mid / High

Setting

On / Off

Auto Knee

On / Off

Point

75% to 109% (90%)

Slope

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Saturation

On / Off

Turns the black gamma correction function on/off.

Note

• The Black Gamma and Knee >Knee Saturation functions

cannot be used at the same time.

Selects the effective range of the black gamma correction.

Sets the master black gamma level.

Turns the low key saturation correction function on/off.

Notes

• To enable the low key saturation function, set Saturation

Mode to Low Key.

• The Low Key Saturation and Knee Saturation functions

cannot be used at the same time.

Sets the saturation of colors in low luminance areas.

Selects the luminance level for which low key saturation is enabled.

Selects whether the saturation function operates at high levels (Knee) or low levels (Low Key).

Turns the knee saturation function on/off.

Turns the black gamma correction function on/off.

Turns the low key saturation function on/off.

Turns the noise suppression function on/off.

Selects the noise suppression level.

Turns the knee correction function on/off. (Enabled when Gamma >Gamma Category is set to STD)

Turns the auto knee function on/off.

Sets the knee point.

Sets the knee slope.

Enables/disables knee saturation adjustment (adjusts coloring above the knee point).

Notes

• The Black Gamma and Knee >Knee Saturation functions

cannot be used at the same time.

• The Low Key Saturation and Knee Saturation functions

cannot be used at the same time.

Knee Saturation Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Sets the level for adjusting the coloring above the knee point (knee saturation).

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

White Clip

White clip adjustment settings

Detail(QFHD)

Detail adjustment settings

Detail(HD)

Setting

On / Off

Level

90.0% to 109.0%

Manual Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

H/V Ratio

–99 to +99 (±0)

Crispening

–99 to +99 (±0)

Frequency

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Aperture

On / Off

Knee Aperture Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

Black Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

V Detail Creation

NAM / Y / G / G+R

Manual Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

H/V Ratio

–99 to +99 (±0)

Crispening

–99 to +99 (±0)

Frequency

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Aperture

On / Off

Knee Aperture Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

Black Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

V Detail Creation

NAM / Y / G / G+R

Turns white clipping adjustment function on/off.

Sets the white clip level.

Turns the detail adjustment function on/off.

Sets the detail level.

Sets the mix ratio between the H detail level and the V detail level.

Sets the crispening level.

Sets the center frequency of the detail (detail thickness). The detail is thinner the higher the center frequency, and thicker the lower the center frequency.

Turns the knee aperture correction function on/off.

Sets the knee aperture level.

Sets the white-side detail limiter.

Sets the black-side detail limiter.

Sets the signal source for creating the V detail to NAM (G or R, whichever is higher), Y, G, or G+R.

Turns the detail adjustment function on/off.

Sets the detail level.

Sets the mix ratio between the H detail level and the V detail level.

Sets the crispening level.

Sets the center frequency of the detail (detail thickness). The detail is thinner the higher the center frequency, and thicker the lower the center frequency.

Turns the knee aperture correction function on/off.

Sets the knee aperture level.

Sets the white-side detail limiter.

Sets the black-side detail limiter.

Sets the signal source for creating the V detail to NAM (G or R, whichever is higher), Y, G, or G+R.

Paint

Item Sub-items and Settings Description

Detail(SD)

Skin Detail

Skin detail correction settings

Aperture

Aperture correction settings

Manual Setting

On / Off

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

H/V Ratio

–99 to +99 (±0)

Crispening

–99 to +99 (±0)

Frequency

–99 to +99 (±0)

Knee Aperture

On / Off

Knee Aperture Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

White Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

Black Limit

–99 to +99 (±0)

V Detail Creation

NAM / Y / G / G+R

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

Level

–99 to +99 (±0)

Turns the detail adjustment function on/off.

Sets the detail level.

Sets the mix ratio between the H detail level and the V detail level.

Sets the crispening level.

Sets the center frequency of the detail (detail thickness). The detail is thinner the higher the center frequency, and thicker the lower the center frequency.

Turns the knee aperture correction function on/off.

Sets the knee aperture level.

Sets the white-side detail limiter.

Sets the black-side detail limiter.

Sets the signal source for creating the V detail to NAM (G or R, whichever is higher), Y, G, or G+R.

Turns the skin detail correction function on/off.

Detects the color used for skin detail correction. Execute: Execute function.

Turns the function that displays the zebra pattern in the target color area for the skin detail correction on/off.

Sets the skin detail level.

Sets the saturation of the color targeted for skin detail correction.

Sets the hue of the color targeted for skin detail correction.

Sets the range for the hue of the color targeted for skin detail correction.

Enables/disables aperture correction (processing that improves resolution by adding a high-frequency aperture signal to the video signal to correct deterioration due to highfrequency characteristics).

Sets the aperture correction level.

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Sony PXW-Z280T Instruction Manual

Specifications and Main Features

Frequently Asked Questions

User Manual

Table of Contents

Overview

Location and Function of Parts

Screen Display

Preparation

Power Supply

Setting the Clock Attaching Devices

Adjusting the Screens

Using SxS Memory Cards

Using Other Media

Shooting

Basic Operation Procedure

Changing Basic Settings

Useful Functions

Proxy Recording

Connecting to the Internet

Uploading a File

Transmitting Streaming Video and Audio

Using Web Remote Control

Web Remote Control Menu

Thumbnail Screen

Configuration of the Thumbnail Screen

Playing Clips

Clip Operations

External Device Connection

Connecting External Monitors and Recording Devices

External Synchronization

Managing/Editing Clips on a Computer

Menu Display and Settings

Setup Menu Configuration and Hierarchy

Setup Menu Operations

Setup Menu List